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I'm a Celebrity viewers can't believe SHOCK eviction on tonight's programme
Another celebrity was voted out of the jungle tonight in a shock eviction on ITV's I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here!... The hit ITV show is now in its final week as campmates get voted out of the jungle each night. So far four celebrities
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Why is EastEnders not on TV tonight? See BBC schedule change for this week
Eager EastEnders viewers might have noticed there is a slight schedule change for the much-loved soap this week. The programme will not be airing during its usual time slot on Tuesday (December 5). This is due to BBC One showing the Scotland
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'Ridiculous': Long queues of cars and ambulance at Worcestershire Royal Hospital
MORE than eight ambulances were spotted queuing outside Worcestershire Royal Hospital while an ambulance on blue lights was also seen stuck in a long queue of traffic. An eyewitness saw a number of ambulances outside the hospital on Monday night
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Drink driving arrest made after car is driven on city roundabout
AN ARREST on suspicion of drink driving was made after a car was driven on to a city roundabout. Earlier today, a picture was taken showing a car amongst shrubbery surrounded by police tape on the Whittington Roundabout. West Mercia Police
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Worcester theatre has open spaces for special needs drama groups
A Worcester theatre has open spaces for drama groups dedicated to people with learning disabilities. These opportunities, at Vamos Theatre, arise thanks to fresh funding that caters to participants aged 14 and above. Held weekly during term
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City prepares for flooding as River Severn burst its banks
THE River Severn burst its banks on Tuesday morning as the impact of the heavy rain of recent days was felt. Roads were closed and a school was forced to shut as flooding began to impact Worcester and the wider county. More heavy rain came
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Van stuck in flood waters sparks police 'eggcup' warning
A WHITE van was left stranded in flood waters sparking an important warning from police. The van was caught in flooding at the Tibberton underpass in Droitwich after heavy rain on Monday (December 4). Flooding has continued today with a flood
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Johnny Depp pays tribute to 'my friend in life and in whiskey' Shane MacGowan
Hollywood superstar Johnny Depp has appeared to have left a poignant tribute to his close friend Shane MacGowan who recently passed away after a long health battle. The actor and musician is renowned for keeping company of some of the greatest
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Police tape at scene of 'crash' into shrubbery on middle of roundabout
A CAR surrounded by police tape has been left in the centre of a roundabout in Worcester. It is barely visible but the boot of the car can be seen poking out of shrubbery in the middle of Whittington roundabout. Police tape can also be seen
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People stuck in cars stranded in floodwater rescued by firefighters
TWO women were rescued by firefighters from a stranded car in flood water in a Worcestershire village. Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) crews from Worcester and Pershore, a boat crew from Worcester and water first responders
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Changes to Christmas lights display at family's home after 21 years of festive magic
THOUSANDS of twinkling fairy lights will be switched on at a family home near Worcester to raise money for charity. It is the 21st year that Mick and Norma Gale will once more welcome people to Santa's Garden - a festive spectacle held at 66 Christine
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Wanted man from Manchester has links to area
A WANTED man from Manchester has links to the West Mercia force area. Officers are appealing for information from the public to help trace a 34-year-old man from Stalybridge in Tameside. Ashley Shah is wanted for failing to attend Warrington
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Nozstock announces 2024 festival will be its last
POPULAR festival Nozstock has announced that 2024 will be the last ever year for the event. Nozstock announced the news on its social media this morning (December 5): "It's been nearly three decades of memories but all good things come to an end
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"Most sought after" 50p coins sells for massive sum
ONE of the "most sought after" 50p coins has been sold by a Worcestershire eBayer for a considerable sum. An eBay seller has made more than a few quid after selling the rare Kew Gardens design for more than its face value. They are among many
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Rare 50p coins sell for £2,500 - what to look out for
Everyone is being encouraged to check their change for “extra-special” 50p coins that sold for £2,500 this week. You could be sitting on a fortune you didn’t even know about, as two commemorative 2012 Olympic 50p coins sold for thousands on eBay
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Village hall among latest proposals in Worcester planning application round-up
The proposed building of a single-storey village hall in Worcester headlines the latest list of planning applications in the city. The plan, leading the roundup of applications to Worcester City Council, is the resubmitted proposal on Eden Close
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Call the Midwife star hints at 'unexpected' twist in upcoming Christmas special
Stars of the Call the Midwife is preparing for the Christmas Special as they share what fans of the BBC show can expect. For many, the Call the Midwife Christmas Special has become a festive tradition as it promises to bring emotional and heartwarming
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Is your school or teacher the best in the county?
The search for best schools, teachers and education staff in Worcestershire has officially begun. Today we are launching the sixth Worcestershire Education Awards scheme. The awards shine a spotlight on those who continue to make a difference
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How you can get a free letter from Santa Claus this Christmas
Millions of children in the UK will have already perfected their Christmas list and sent it off to the North Pole so Santa's elves can get everything ready for the big day. Whether sending your letter to Santa by post or up the chimley, Santa will
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I'm a Celebrity viewers foresee Marvin 'FUMES' Humes fight with other campmate
I'm a Celebrity viewers have predicted the next big fight in camp. Fred Sirieix looked pretty exasperated on tonight's ITV episode as he demanded to do a trial. Made in Chelsea star Sam Thompson came into camp and explained how they all had to
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Martin Lewis shares one thing you need to do when on phone to call centre workers
Calling up a company to try and sort out a problem can be a very frustrating endeavour, but Martin Lewis has given out a piece of advice for those who speak to call centre workers. It can feel like you spend ages getting to that stage, and even
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Is it cheaper to leave my heating on all day?
Energy bills are set to rise from January, leaving many wondering how they can save money while staying warm this winter. Energy bills will increase by £94 for millions of households across the UK from next month, Ofgem announced in November.
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6 household appliances adding to your energy bills due to simple mistake
As the energy price cap is set to increase once again in January, Brits are being warned that leaving appliances on standby could be adding to their rising energy bills. Energy bills will increase by £94 for millions of households across the UK
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10 Aldi dupes that could save you over £200 this Christmas
A shopping expert has shared 10 dupes from the budget supermarket Aldi that could save you over £200 this Christmas. Christmas is a wonderful - but expensive - time of the year with the price of festive treats stacking up when you consider the
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Mrs Hinch fans recommend 'brilliant' everyday item for cleaning windows
Fans of the cleaning guru Mrs Hinch have shared their top tips and advice on how to clean windows without leaving any streaks. If your windows keep coming out streaky and murky despite all of the elbow grease you've put into them, keep reading
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Worcestershire roads closed because of flooding - full list
12:10pm Flooding in Tibberton underpass
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School closed due to flooding
A WORCESTERSHIRE school is closed due to severe flooding of the area. Himbleton CE First School, in Neight Hill, Himbleton, has announced it is closed today, (December 5). Worcestershire County Council has issued an update announcing the
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New flood alert issued for River Severn in Worcester
A NEW flood warning has been issued for the River Severn after the heavy rain of recent days. The Environment Agency has issued the alert saying the river levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall. We have been tracking the rise of the
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Find out who became the second campmate eliminated from I'm A Celebrity 2023
The second campmate to be eliminated from ITV's I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! has been announced. The first to be eliminated from the show was record-breaking jockey, Frankie Dettori. Leaving the show, Dettori said: "It's been so surreal
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Flooding closes roads in Worcester and river Severn alert issued
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BBC now a threat to all local newspapers
If the BBC was a family and lived in the house next door to you it would be the neighbour from hell. That's the verdict of some of the most experienced local newspaper editors in the country who now regard the BBC as little more than a state-funded
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"I'm feeling good about Christmas" says owner of new butchers in Evesham
A BUTCHER'S in Evesham is feeling positive about its first Christmas. Phil's Craft Butchery at the Blackminster Business Park are excited for the festive period. Owner, Phil Woods, 31, opened the shop in September, and said he's feeling positive
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Litter picking sweeps Droitwich with hundreds of children taking part
Following a Wychavon District Council programme, over 10,000 children have joined the battle against litter. This followed 450 pupils at St Peter's C of E Academy Droitwich participated in specialist workshops as part of the educational scheme,
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Malvern choir set for 25th annual Christmas concert
A Malvern choir is set to perform its annual Christmas concert. Aldwyn Voices, founded in 1968, presents its 25th Sequence of Music & Literature for Advent & Christmas at Tewkesbury Abbey, December 10 at 3pm. The event will feature the Fantasia
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Council public health team in the running for national award
Worcestershire County Council's public health team has been shortlisted for an award for research during the pandemic. The team analysed the impact of the pandemic on health professionals' health and wellbeing, and worked with Thinks Insight and
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Offenham man appointed to national conservation charity's board of trustees
An Offenham resident has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of a national conservation charity, Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST). Martin Penny, who lives in the village near Evesham, will help set policy, agree strategy and approve major
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Tree decorated in memory of Jobie Haines, 26, who died in car crash
GRIEVING FAMILY and friends have decorated a tree in memory of a 26-year-old man who was killed in a car crash. They have created a festive memorial in tribute to Jobie Haynes who died after the white Volkswagon Golf he was in crashed into a tree
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Santas to get on their bikes for a Christmas ride
A group of Santas will hop on their bikes for a Christmas ride this weekend. On Sunday (December 10), charity event 'Santas on a Bike 2023' will kickstart from Cornmill Yard, Evesham at 12pm, as volunteers brave the winter chill to spread cheer
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Drug dealers stick Cannabis QR codes across city as police warn 'don't click'
POLICE have warned people not to scan Cannabis QR code stickers which have been stuck on bins and lampposts around Worcester city centre. Shameless and audacious drug dealers have put the stickers up in various streets at the weekend, including
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Midlands Air Ambulance Charity receives gold standard accreditation
Worcestershire's primary air ambulance has achieved a prestigious gold standard accreditation for its management efforts. Midlands Air Ambulance Charity previously held the Investors in People silver accreditation for six years, but their new accolade
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Co-op launches annual Christmas food bank appeal
A food bank appeal has been launched by Co-op to support vulnerable communities this Christmas. The appeal urges customers to donate to their nearest Co-op Food Store, which will then be passed on to food bank partners. Last year £20,000 was
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Foodies group annual charity advent calendar back for third year
More than 40 businesses are taking part in an advent calendar organised by a popular Facebook community in aid of charity. Worcestershire Foodies Guide started the calendar three years ago to raise money for the Worcestershire Homeless Appeal.
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Council's archaeology project sweeps up two national awards
A council archaeology project has swept up two national industry awards. Worcestershire County Council's Archive and Archaeology Service's Roots in Time project has secured both the Archaeology and Sustainability Award and the Outstanding Achievement
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Men complete epic 24-hour charity row
Four men from Worcestershire completed an epic charity challenge by rowing the distance of the River Severn on rowing machines in just 24 hours. Greg Morrall, Guy Masters, Peter Rees and Will Copley rowed 354k in 24 hours - that’s 88.5k each -
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Unique baby fox brothers arrive at Evesham animal sanctuary after 1,500 mile trip
Two unique Hungarian baby foxes have arrived at their new home near Evesham after a 1,500 mile trip. The pair of Fennec Foxes, world-renowned for having large bat-shaped ears and hailed as the smallest species of fox on earth, have settled into
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5 places to enjoy a Christmas afternoon tea in and around Worcester
CHRISTMAS is a great time to get together with friends and family and enjoy some delicious treats. Tempting the taste buds are several offerings from cafes and restaurants in Worcester that are holding special festive afternoon teas. The Christmas
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Worcestershire residents asked to nominate charities for Christmas campaign
Residents of Worcestershire have been asked to nominate a charity to receive a special festive financial boost. Benefact Group, in its 12 Days of Giving Christmas campaign, is donating £1,000 each day to ten charities. The draws will take place