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See who was crowned King of the jungle as I'm A Celebrity 2023 comes to an end
I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! has come to an end with one celebrity taking the crown and claiming the King of the jungle title. After more than two weeks of camping in an Australian jungle and taking on various Bushtucker trials and challenges
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See the tenth celebrity to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing
Celebrities have danced their way into the semi-final of Strictly Come Dancing but after a week of double performances from the remaining couples, one had to leave. Since there was no elimination last week, the scores for the remaining four couples
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ITV viewers left 'sobbing' at marriage proposal during An Audience With Kylie
ITV’s An Audience With Kylie aired tonight (December 10) and viewers enjoyed seeing the star answer questions and sing some of her new and old hits. Viewers, and Kylie Minogue herself, got a surprise as one of the audience members had a very important
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Beat the new year blues with Kays Panto
Worcester’s favourite Kays Panto returns to the Swan Theatre in January - opening on Thursday January 25 for 14 performances until Sunday February 4 2024. Rapunzel is Kays’ 69th production, especially written for Kays by Paul Tate. Directed
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McDonald's 'shocked and saddened' by footage of staff mistreating homeless man
McDonald's has "wholeheartedly apologised" to a homeless man who was mistreated by their third-party security staff on Saturday night. Footage posted on social media appears to show a security guard mopping the floor where the homeless man was
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Five people and dog rescued from floodwater
Five people and a dog have been rescued from floodwater in Hanbury. Firefighters from Droitwich and Bromsgrove Fire Stations used a rescue sled to help them escape a vehicle stuck in floodwater at about 3.30pm today (Sunday, December 10). Crews
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Floods fail to stop festive fundraising at Santa Dash
The rain failed to dampen festive spirits as hundreds of Santas took part in a charity fun run in Worcester. The Santa Dash took place around Worcester Woods on Sunday morning (December 10, raising funds for St Richard’s Hospice. It had originally
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'Proud' bikini model overcomes shyness to represent city at beauty pageant
A 27-YEAR-old who reached the international finals of a beauty pageant says she wanted to represent the city and show people anything is possible. Georgia Wood, who grew up in Worcester, recently flew out to Mexico for the world final of Miss Swimsuit
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Man, 30, who punched uncle escapes jail again
A 30-YEAR-old man once warned by a Worcester judge he could expect to be jailed if he committed another offence, has escaped jail again. We reported Ashleigh Booth was sentenced in July 2022 for his role in a vicious attack when he punched his
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Police visit school where boy was hurt in crash
POLICE have visited a Worcester school to talk to youngsters after a boy was hurt after colliding with a car. Officers discussed road safety with children from Stanley Road Primary School. The visit came after the six-year-old boy was taken
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'Seconds from death' - huge tree falls just in front of man's car
A Worcester man says he came just seconds from death when a huge tree fell in front of his car in Droitwich. Glen Dipple was driving along Pulley Lane at about 8.50am today (Sunday, December 10) when the tree came down. “I keep going over it
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King's reclaim Modus Cup after big win over rivals RGS
KING'S Worcester reclaimed the Modus Challenge Cup after a convincing 34-8 win over fierce rivals RGS Worcester at Sixways on Sunday afternoon. Francesco Cinao's hat-trick and further scores from Sam Edwards, Will Dorrell and Alex Dowling completed
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New multi-sensory experience launch at museum
A trail of new multi-sensory experiences have been installed across galleries at The Museum of Royal Worcester. These have been created from an innovative art project with Birmingham-based food and sensory artist Kaye Winwood, in collaboration
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Watch as drivers hit major flooding on busy road near Worcester
BAD flooding across a busy road in a Worcestershire village is causing tailbacks on the outskirts of the city. Flood water is covering both sides of the A4133 at Ombersley. The water has led to long traffic tailbacks as drivers slow down to
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Police warning over 'suspicious males checking out Mercedes'
POLICE have warned people to be on their guard following reports of suspicious behaviour in St John's Avenue, Kidderminster. PCSO Kate Easthope, of the Kidderminster East and North Safer Neighbourhood Team, highlighted the incident, which happened
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Christmas presents stolen in burglaries at homes in Kidderminster
CHRISTMAS presents, along with jewellery, cash and mobile phones, have been stolen in raids on Kidderminster homes this week. Burglaries were reported in Bronte Drive and Sheraton Drive in late afternoon/early evening on Thursday, December 7.
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Two new routes and extra flights to Spain from Cardiff Airport announced
NEW routes and extra flights have been added to Cardiff Airport’s summer 2024 schedule. Ryanair has added two new routes and extra flights to Spain from Cardiff Airport. Ryanair will be increasing services to Malaga and adding two new routes
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I’m A Celebrity to end soon as date of the final revealed
I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out! returned to ITV screens in the middle of November with Ant and Dec back in their usual hosting duties. The 2023 edition has seen huge names take part in the reality TV show with the likes of This Morning’s Josie Gibson
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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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Treasury rules out changes to pensioners’ winter fuel payment
Jeremy Hunt will not strip winter fuel cash from wealthy pensioners, a Treasury minister said after a senior colleague questioned why the handout should go to the comfortably off. The Chancellor, who will deliver his autumn statement on Wednesday
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Martin Lewis confirms whether Premium Bonds are really ‘worth it’
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has spoken out about whether Premium Bonds are actually worth investing in. National Savings and Investments (NS&I) Premium Bonds allow investors to buy bonds, with a minimum of £25, and have the chance of winning
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Martin Lewis issues apology to viewers for comment on ITV show
Martin Lewis apologised to viewers he may have offended with “terrible phrasing” during Tuesday night’s Martin Lewis Money Show on ITV. The Money Saving Expert was highlighting unclaimed Child Trust Funds which could be worth up to £1,000 on the
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Dr Michael Mosley reveals 30 second trick that helps with long life and sickness
Health guru Michael Mosley has had his say on the increasingly popular cold shower therapy. Speaking on a new BBC Radio 4 podcast called Cold Therapy, Dr Mosley said: "The cold is something we, at times, can work with and harness in ways that can
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Emergency services at scene of crash near Worcester
1:00pm Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to the incident by police at 11.51am and sent a
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Malvern claim derby win at Worcester to ease relegation fears
MALVERN put an end to their eight-game winless run with a 20-16 bonus-point win over rivals and fellow league strugglers Worcester on Saturday afternoon. Connor Giggle scored twice in the first-half before three yellow cards - one leading to a
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Droitwich school marks 150th anniversary
Himbleton CE Primary School and Nursery have had lots to celebrate in recent months - they secured a good Ofsted report and have celebrated their 150th anniversary after converting to a primary school. The school held a special day on Friday, December
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Wolves just miss out on toppling high-flying Magic
WORCESTER Wolves missed out on a statement victory over NBL Division Two title challengers Manchester Magic on Saturday as they were edged out 63-59 at the University of Worcester Arena. With three minutes remaining sixth-placed Wolves held a 59
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Modus Challenge Cup LIVE: King's vs RGS updates from Sixways
3:32pm 80 - FULL-TIME - King's 34 RGS 8 It's all over! The Modus Cup is going back to King's Worcester!
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Number plates stolen from car in city centre
Number plates were stolen from a car in Worcester city centre. The plates were taken from a blue Toyota Rav 4 that was parked in College Street on Saturday (December 9). We are keen to hear from anyone who may have any information relating
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Roads closed because of flooding and fallen trees - live updates
4:50pm Incident 15:34 @HWFireDroitwich @HWFireBGrove have rescued 5 people and 1 dog from a vehicle in floodwater
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Driver rescued from flood water by firefighters in Droitwich
A motorist had to be rescued from flood water in Droitwich. Firefighters from Worcester Fire Station led the driver to safety from flood water in Newland Lane at about 2.45pm yesterday (Saturday, December 9). Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue
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When historic Queen Elizabeth House went on the move
WHEN I started on this newspaper back in the 1960s, rather more interested, if truth be known, in being a rock star than writing up wedding reports, funerals or minor motoring offences, which were the staple diet of junior reporters in those days,
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Roads closed as flood alerts issued for Worcestershire
Roads across the county were closed for flooding as heavy rain continued to batter Worcestershire over the weekend. Flood water covered both sides of the A4133 at Ombersley, causing long tailbacks as drivers slowed down to navigate the water.
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Dog owners warned of ‘poisonous’ festive food as rescue dog eats 8 mince pies
Dog owners are being urged to keep an eye on their pets this year when it comes to the safety of Christmas food after one couple's festive nightmare came true. The warning comes after a loveable rescue dog thought Christmas had come early – when
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40th anniversary for dental practice in Droitwich Spa
A dental practice in Droitwich Spa is celebrating 40 years in business. For four decades, The Roy Morris Dental Excellence practice has provided locally based care and treatment, drawing the loyalty of numerous patients across the country.
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Apology for curry house after £45 'dine and dash'
A KIDDERMINSTER curry house has received an apology following a 'dine and dash' incident. Sher-E-Punjab, on George Street, was left out of pocket after two diners allegedly left without paying for their meal last month. The popular Indian restaurant
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Going back down your way in Brickfields area of Worcester
A LOOK back through the archives unearthed a treasure trove of faces and places from the past in Brickfields, where Worcester News reporter David Ford went out and about in November 1984 in the company of photographer Jeremy Pardoe. There are also
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Comedian's battle with testicular cancer is topic for latest tour
A POPULAR comedian's battle with testicular cancer is the topic for his latest tour which will be coming to Worcester. Richard Herring is bringing his Can I Have My Ball Back? tour to Huntingdon Hall on Saturday, July 6, which will be his return
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Worcester's newest bridge now towers over city park thanks to huge cranes
NEW photos show how high the city's newest bridge will tower over a city park as the man hoping to become the city's next MP visits the site to see for himself. The Kepax Bridge pylon has now been lowered into place by two huge cranes as work continues
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Stunning glamping site just outside of Worcester scoops prestigious award
A STUNNING retreat in a Worcestershire village has won a prestigious award. Ockeridge Rural Retreats in Ockeridge Lane, Wichenford, has won the award for the Best Glamping Site Award in the West Midlands in the Campsites.co.uk awards.
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Mayor of Droitwich attends Christmas meal at care home
The Mayor of Droitwich visited Dorset House for its annual Christmas meal last week. Mayor Kate Fellows joined residents of the residential care home, which is owned by the Rotherwood Group, for an afternoon of pink prosecco and a Christmas meal
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Rare 20p coin sells for more than £100 - how to spot if you have one
Everyone is being encouraged to check their change, their wallets and down the back of their sofas after a rare 20p coin sold for almost 600 times its face value. The 20p piece is a “mule” coin dating from 2008 and was minted without a date on
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'Why are we being kept in the dark over Scala?' asks culture leader
A HERITAGE leader says he is being 'kept in the dark' over multi-million plans for a historic city theatre after project leaders were forced to go back to the drawing board. Plans for the Scala Theatre in Worcester have been revised after the city
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Parents warned Christmas toys could have hidden dangers
PARENTS have been warned that some toys can cause children serious harm ahead of Christmas. Worcestershire Children's First advised against buying toys with accessible button batteries as they could burn a child's food pipe if swallowed. It
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Malvern care home asks locals to send in Christmas cards for residents and staff
A Malvern care home is asking the local community to spread festive cheer to its residents and staff by sending in Christmas cards. The Springs Bupa Care Home hopes to boost morale and wellbeing among residents through this simple yet joyous tradition
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Best winter walks in Worcester - as recommended by you
Worcester News readers have been getting in the festive mood, as they revealed their favourite spots for a winter stroll. With many opinionated responses offered to the question "Where's the best winter stroll spot in Worcester?", readers shared
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Hundreds flock to Wizard of Oz themed light trail at historic castle
Hundreds of visitors flocked to Sudeley Castle for the opening night of its new light trail. The Spectacle of Light, one of the Cotswolds most renowned festive illuminations, dazzled attendees who went on the Wizard of Oz themed journey on Friday
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Rural fund opens for community projects in Wychavon district
Community groups, parish councils, and heritage organisations have been urged to bid for a piece of the Wychavon Rural Fund's latest funding round. This opportunity allows charities and voluntary groups in Worcester, Evesham and Malvern to lay