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Full list of every I'm a Celebrity winner from Gino D'Acampo to Jill Scott
I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here is set to return to television screens across the UK in November. The reality series has been a staple on ITV for 21 years, with the first series airing all the way back in 2002. The show sees big-name celebrities
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‘Don’t do this’ warning as police warn underpass is flooded
“DON’T do this” - that’s the warning from police as an underpass has flooded. Police in Droitwich warn the underpass on Tagwell Road had flooded. Officers have already received reported of people driving through the flood waters. The underpass
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What the trust is doing to stop long queues traffic at Worcestershire Royal Hospital
THE trust which runs hospital services across the county has apologised for traffic issues outside Worcestershire Royal Hospital. Congestion was so bad that one hospital visitor witnessed an ambulance on blue lights stuck in a long queue of traffic
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Driver freed from car as busy route closed
A DRIVER had to be freed from his vehicle by firefighters after a crash closed one of the main roads into Worcester city centre. The collision involving a blue Peugeot car and a white van in London Road resulted in traffic building up on the busy
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Flood barriers put up in Worcestershire town
Flood barriers have been put up in Bewdley following fears of the river Severn's rising water levels. The Environment Agency confirmed the defences had been deployed along Severnside to combat the risk of flooding to houses and businesses from
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Christmas warning after £50,000 of cheese stolen at M5 services near Worcester
THIEVES stole £50,000 of cheese from a M5 motorway service station near Worcester as haulage firms are warned to be on their guard. Last Friday a trailer full of cheeses with an estimated value of £50,000 was stolen from Strensham services on
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Nationwide offering 'lucrative £200 free cash offer' to UK customers
Britain’s biggest building society has launched a £200 switching offer and a linked savings account paying 8% interest. Nationwide Building Society has revealed the Flex Regular Saver that can be opened using their internet banking or mobile banking
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DVLA £1,000 fine warning to anyone who passed their test before 2014
Drivers are being warned they could be breaking the law if they passed their driving test before 2014 and haven’t made a crucial check. Motorists are being warned to make sure their driving licences have not expired. Photocards must be renewed
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Yellow weather warning issued for outskirts of Worcester
A YELLOW weather warning has been issued for near Worcester. The easterly outskirts of the city are covered by the Met Office's warning for heavy rain. The warning covers the West Midlands including Birmingham, Derby and Nottingham but includes
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New date for Santa's Sleigh in Claines after bad weather forced cancellation
A NEW date has been announced for Father Christmas to visit an area of Worcester after bad weather forced it to be cancelled. Worcester Lions said its Santa Sleigh will now visit Claines on Monday, December 18. It is expected to travel around
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Live updates as main road into city closes after crash
2:57pm A spokesperson for the West Midlands Ambulance Service said: "We were called to reports of an RTC at the junction
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Worcester boxing duo produce eye-catching victories
IT proved to be a successful night in the ring for Worcester ABC boxers on Friday. The duo of Tyler Lawrence and Connor Seery (pictured) celebrated comprehensive victories in Tipton against their respective opponents, both winning inside the second
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Plan for £5m state-of-the-art Moeen Ali cricket ground near Worcester
A PLAN to build a brand new £5m grassroots cricket ground near Kidderminster has been revealed. The proposed facility, which would be called the Moeen Ali International Cricket Centre, is a grassroots community project which aims to increase the
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Highworth Town vs Worcester City LIVE: City go top after 2-0 win
11:46pm Player Ratings - Highworth 0 City 2 1. Haydn Whitcombe - 7.5 Really commanding performance again and
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Protestors removed from Covid-19 Inquiry as Boris Johnson begins with apology
Four people have been removed from the UK Covid-19 Inquiry just as Boris Johnson was about to begin giving evidence. The former Prime Minister is giving evidence as part of the Covid-19 inquiry on Wednesday (December 6) at Dorland House in west
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Man taken to hospital with serious injuries after crash in Worcester
A MAN was taken to hospital with serious injuries after after a crash in Worcester. Emergency services were called at approximately 9.16pm on Tuesday, December 5 to the crash on the A44, near the Spetchley Island. Hereford and Worcester Fire
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Three-vehicle crash closes road through Worcestershire village
A VILLAGE road has been closed following a three-vehicle crash. Plough Lane, in Tibberton, has been closed following the crash, which was confirmed by Worcestershire County Council's Highways and Travel team. ⚠️ Plough Lane, Tibberton
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'Complex recovery' of overturned lorry after crash closes M5 for 8 hours
AN OVERTURNED lorry between Worcester and Droitwich closed a section of the M5 for over eight hours due to a 'complex recovery'. Between junction six (Worcester) and junction five (Droitwich), the M5 was closed so that National Highways could carry
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Warning over fake Prime and Wonka chocolate bars
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a warning to consumers over fake branded chocolate bars. The FSA is warning members of the public not to buy or eat fake ‘Wonka Bars’ or ‘Prime’ chocolate bars for safety reasons. It comes following
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These 5 'surprising' objects should never touch your washing machine
Your washing machine is a household essential that many Brits can't live without - in fact, 97% of British homes have one. Did you know when a washing machine is installed properly it can last up to 12 years? Since the average cost of an A-rated
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Man left in coma had blood infection mistaken for 'seasonal flu'
A man was left in a coma for 10 days after symptoms were dismissed as seasonal flu was actually a sign of a blood infection. 24-year-old Devan Hopkins started feeling unwell in October 2022 and was told by a doctor that he was experiencing winter
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Concerns over 'very serious and contagious whooping cough' sweeping through UK
A disease called the 'whooping cough' is reportedly sweeping throughout the UK at an unprecedented rate. Cases of the bug, also known as pertussis have increased by 250 per cent within a year. Between July and November, there were 716 reported
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Martin Lewis issues urgent warning as help offered to bereaved nears deadline
Martin Lewis has issued an urged plea to all that can to apply for the government's Widowed Parents Allowance and Bereavement Support Payment scheme. Speaking on his ITV show, The Martin Lewis Money Show, he shared that a deadline for the schemes
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Bobby Brazier opens up about his future on EastEnders after Strictly Come Dancing
Strictly Come Dancing star Bobby Brazier has revealed whether or not he will be returning to EastEnders after his time on the BBC reality series is up. Brazier plays the role of Freddie Slater in EastEnders but was forced to take a break from
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Starbucks gives free coffee to NHS workers - here's how to claim your free drink
NHS workers are being offered free Starbucks coffee in-store as a special Christmas thank you to staff. For the first time, select hospitals without a nearby Starbucks shop will also receive deliveries of coffee from the brand with drinks like
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Is it cheaper to boil water in a kettle, microwave or on the hob?
The cheapest way to boil water has been revealed and it could save you over £200 on your energy bills, according to experts. The cost of living crisis is continuing to cause a strain on many households up and down the country as Brits look for
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BBC reveals The Traitors season 2 start date (and fans don't have long to wait)
The BBC has revealed the start date for series two of The Traitors UK and fans of the show don't have long to wait. Season one of the show concluded back in December 2022 with Aaron, Hannah and Meryl successfully banishing all the Traitors to
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Live flooding updates as roads and rivers affected in Worcestershire - Wednesday
4:17pm Roads that remain closed in Worcestershire Eckington Bridge (B4080) - Eckington Road closed between New
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Crash closes M5 in Worcester northbound - as it happened
1:43pm AN OVERTURNED lorry between Worcester and Droitwich closed a section of the M5 for over eight hours due to a 'complex
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Artery Studios to debut new photographic exhibition in Worcester this week
Artery Studios in Worcester is unveiling a new art exhibition next week. Crafted by professional photographer, James Greenoff-Cairns, Witness Marks is his first artistic showcase. He said: "I'm incredibly excited to open Witness Marks at The
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National Trust hosts giant bird sculptures in festive celebrations as visitors flock
Visitors have been flocking to a National Trust bird sculpture trail following a recent art project. The Seven Birds of Croome, a community arts project, sees super-sized bird sculptures, which were produced under the guidance of artist MrASingh
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Man and woman jailed after burglary which left widow 'devastated'
A man and a woman have been jailed following a burglary in a Worcestershire village. Ryan Price and Gemma Anderson were both involved in a burglary in Holt Heath. Price, of Grange Farm Drive in Birmingham, was sentenced to 16 months in prison
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£20,000 Christmas appeal for better comfort at Worcestershire acute hospitals
A Christmas appeal has been launched to raise £20,000 this festive season in aid of families of terminally ill patients in acute hospitals. The Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity is hoping to use the funds to provide 20 supplementary day beds
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Awards scheme to honour young cancer fighters launched
In recognition children and young people fighting cancer an award scheme has been launched in Worcestershire. Around 160 children in the West Midlands and Worcestershire are diagnosed with cancer annually. Nominations for the Cancer Research
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Couple credit building home together as foundation to 65 years of marriage
A WORCESTERSHIRE couple credit building their home together as the foundation of their long marriage as they celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary. David Wilks, 86, and Ann Wilks, 87, of Old Storridge, near Alfrick, are celebrating their blue
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End of year gig in Worcester to feature star-studded line-up
Music fans will be treated to some live jazz, funk, and fusion tunes in Worcester next week. Promoter Music Spoken Here is set to hold a special gig in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society at The Marr’s Bar, 12 Pierpoint Street, Worcester on Thursday
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Schools minister applauds Worcester education trust on recent visit
Schools minister Damian Hinds MP met with Robin Walker MP to visit two Worcester schools last week to view the progress made by an education trust. He was welcomed by Worcester MP, Mr Walker, at two primary schools, Cherry Orchard and Northwick
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NHS unveils 'JABvent' Calendar to promote online vaccination bookings
The NHS is getting into the Christmas spirit after launching its 'JABvent' calendar to encourage people to book their flu and Covid vaccinations online. Until Thursday, December 14, people can book appointments via the national system, NHS App
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Odd socks help Worcester pupils celebrate diversity
Students and staff at a Worcester school wore odd socks for the day to encourage everyone to "express themselves and celebrate their individuality". Bishop Perowne took on the initiative as part of Anti-Bullying Week. Odd socks of all different
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Anti-hate crime initiative celebrates first anniversary
An initiative to tackle hate crime has celebrated its one year anniversary this week. Funded by the West Mercia police and crime commissioner, John Campion, and run by charity Victim Support, 'i am ME!' offers free counselling to people in Worcestershire
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City in midweek league action ahead of rearranged Vase tie
WORCESTER City may have an FA Vase conundrum at Highworth Town tonight in the Uhlsport Hellenic Football League Premier Division (7.45pm). City's opponents are safely into the next round of the coveted competition after a thrilling penalty shoot-out
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Holy Trinity Church to host traditional festive carol service
Holy Trinity Church in Link Top, Malvern will hold its traditional Service of Nine Lessons and Carols on Sunday, December 17, at 10.30am. Vicar Rebecca Elliott will lead the service with support from Holy Trinity’s Augmented Choir, the assistant
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Half of West Midlands adults face Christmas spending pressure
Half of adults in West Midlands feel pressured to spend well above their means this Christmas. FCA's latest research indicates a concerning trend with 50% of adults feeling the Christmas spending pressure and 37% apprehensive about affording it
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Medal 70 years on for Pershore man who watched nuclear bomb explode
IN the military sometimes just standing still is the hard part and 70 years on David Phillips has at last been awarded a medal for standing still in the vicinity of an atomic explosion. The episode took place in 1953 on desert scrub land in Australia
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Worcester is one of the happiest places to live in the UK
IT IS official - Worcester is one of the happiest places to live in the UK. The Faithful City has ranked highly in a Rightmove study of the top 10 happiest places to live in Great Britain. In the property website's 12th annual 'Happy at Home
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Fish and chip shop could become convenience store
A FISH and chip shop could be turned into a convenience shop in a city suburb following a new planning application. Ambleside Fish Bar, on Gresham Road, Dines Green, could become a One Stop convenience store - a franchise chain with over 300 stores
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Harriett Baldwin MP urges residents to back small businesses in their area
Harriett Baldwin MP has appealed for residents to support small businesses in their area. Following the annual Small Business Saturday initiative, the West Worcestershire MP toured small independent businesses in Great Malvern to show her support