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Young Reporters/New book wrote by Local teens/Elizabeth Ford/NWHS
Parents, are you looking for a new book to read to your children? Luckily for you, local Worcester teenage sisters, Leah and Josie Ridge have released their new children's book! "Winston the woodlouse and the band of bugs" follows a woodlouse and
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Live updates after woman hit by car near Sainsburys in Worcester
4:14pm Latest update after woman hit by car. This live blog is now closed.
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Childminder and marathon runner, 77, turns her hand to modelling
AN active 77-year-old described as a "superhero" has just started her modelling career. Jan McNelis is well known in Worcester for running 31 marathons and gaining a weighty medal collection. Since 1980, Jan has been a registered child minder
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Two arrested during police raid on huge 500 plant cannabis farm
TWO men have been arrested during a police raid on a 500 plant cannabis farm near Droitwich. Police carried out a warrant in at a large metal farm building in The Saltway, Hanbury, near Droitwich early this morning (Wednesday). It is estimated
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Driver 'de-arrested' after Hanley Castle crash which killed 37-year-old man
A DRIVER who suffered serious injuries in a crash which killed a second driver remains in hospital and has been 'de-arrested' as investigations continue. A man died and another was seriously injured in the crash on the B4211 Worcester Road at The
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Baker stars in nine-wicket victory over Fairfield-Liverpool
Josh Baker produced another excellent performance for Northern District CC in their nine-wicket victory over Fairfield-Liverpool CC in their New South Wales Premier Cricket fixture. Baker took four tickets as Fairfield-Liverpool were dismissed
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Royal Mint reveals 10 rarest 50p coins in circulation - how much they are worth
Brits are being urged to check their change, as you could be sitting on a fortune you didn’t even know about. The Royal Mint has revealed its top ten rarest 50 pence coins currently in circulation. Since moving to pounds and pence in 1971,
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COLUMN: Love the planet too on Valentine's Day
VALENTINE'S Day. Some people loathe it but millions of us are expected to celebrate love and show the special people in our lives how much we care for them this year. But what about our love for the planet? Can we change our Valentine’s Day shopping
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'Tree house' that's attracted rats goes up for auction for £25k
A house near Worcester that has become overgrown with trees and is described as a “nightmare” by neighbours is up for auction. The end-terraced property is located in King’s Norton, Birmingham, around a 45-minute drive from Worcester and it’s virtually
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'Shame' Rishi Sunak makes trans joke in front of Brianna Ghey’s mother at PMQs
Rishi Sunak has been slammed for mocking Sir Keir Starmer’s stance on “defining a woman” whilst the mother of murdered transgender teenager Brianna Ghey was watching from the gallery at PMQs today. The Labour leader condemned the Prime Minister
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Worcester student features in new campaign
A WORCESTER student features in a new campaign which has been launched by the Department for Education. The ‘It all starts with skills’ campaign is designed to inspire young people, adults and businesses to make the most of their potential by engaging
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Do you think you have ADHD? Here are 12 symptoms that might sound familiar
Adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental health disorder that includes a combination of persistent problems. These include difficulty paying attention, hyperactivity and impulsive behaviour. Adult ADHD can lead to unstable
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Rare coin spotted in Oxfam expected to sell for more than £7,000
An ultra rare coin found in Oxfam is expected to sell for thousands of pounds at auction next week. The rare Australian coin was spotted in a London branch of Oxfam by volunteer John Turner. Originally worth 15p when it was minted in the 19th
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Anger at new DWP powers that would ‘treat disabled people like criminals’
Critics have hit out at new Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) powers that will reportedly “secretly survey" disabled people's bank accounts. Campaigners argue that allowing the DWP to “snoop” on benefit claimants' bank accounts would further
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'Exciting' new era for Italian restaurant destroyed by fire
'EXCITING' plans have been revealed by a restaurant which remains closed after a devastating fire. The team at Benvenuti revealed it is opening a second venue in Droitwich while it remains closed in Pershore after December's blaze. It will
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MPs say current planned proposals for HS2 will be 'very poor value for money'
MPs have blasted plans to continue building HS2 between London and Birmingham but not extending the line to Manchester. The Commons’ Public Accounts Committee (PAC) labelled it “very poor value for money”, before adding there were “many uncertainties
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Nestle reveals it is discontinuing 2 more products in the UK due to declining sales
Nestle has revealed it will be discontinuing two more products from its range in the coming months due to a decline in sales. The company is known for a range of products including KitKat, Smarties, Quality Street, Haagen-Dazs and Cheerios.
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This is the street in Worcester celebrating a £1,000 win on the Postcode Lottery
A STREET near Worcester is celebrating after scooping £1,000 in the People's Postcode Lottery. There were celebrations in the WR3 7WF postcode area after the win in today's draw (February 7). The postcode covers Coley Close in Fernhill Heath
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First look at David Attenborough's new documentary Secret World Of Sound
A first look at the latest Sir David Attenborough TV series has been released in what's set to be a groundbreaking show. The new show, Secret World Of Sound will look at the ways animals use sound to communicate, thrive and survive in the natural
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'Important' £59 contents or building insurance warning sent to UK households
According to experts, there has been a staggering 19 per cent jump in the average paid for building and contents insurance. As parts of the UK were battered by storms, the average policy has been hiked by an eye-watering £59 annually in the fourth
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Cost of retirement up £8000 a year amid 'enormous pressure' on households
The annual cost of a 'moderate' retirement is up £8000 as experts predict grandparents will need to continue supporting other family members. The Pension and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA) revealed that the income required for a moderate lifestyle
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6 'warning signs' that you have dust mites in your bed
Brits are being warned of six 'tell-tale' signs they have dust mites in their beds. About a quarter of a millimetre long, the tiny insects live close to humans and feed on the dead skin cells we shed. Since they prefer warm and humid conditions
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Loading the tumble dryer? Keep these 5 'surprising' items away from it
A team of appliance experts have revealed five items that should never touch your tumble dryer. Households with tumble dryers will know how expensive the appliances are to buy - never mind run. On average, they cost between £300- £600 to purchase
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This is what you should do if you think your energy bill is wrong
An energy expert has shared what you should do if you think that your energy bill is wrong. Energy bills are a source of worry for many of us at the moment as we grapple with rising bills and the continued high cost of living. However if you've
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Crash on motorway after car leaves M5 carriageway near Worcester
A CAR came off the M5 motorway and crashed with fire engines and ambulance crews sent to the scene. Two people - a man and a woman -managed to get themselves out of the car and were uninjured after the crash on the southbound carriageway of the
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Firefighters called to flooding in home
FIRE crews were called to a flooding of internal electrics at a home in Worcester. A crew from Worcester was called to Arden Road in St Peter's at just after 10.15pm last night (Tuesday). Firefighters isolated the electrics. A spokesperson
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Police pull over driver going 'too fast' in torrential rain then make a discovery
POLICE got more than they bargained for when they pulled over a driver who was going too fast in the torrential rain. Officers from Warndon Safer Neighbourhoods Team (SNT) spotted the driver speeding in last night's downpours (Tuesday). But
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DWP to pay extra £362 a month to anyone with these health conditions from April
Millions of Brits are set to benefit from Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) rate increases from April 2024. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt confirmed last November that most benefits will increase for the 2024/25 financial year. Benefits such as
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Busy city centre car park closed this morning - here's why
A BUSY city centre car park has closed this morning. King Street car park, off Sidbury, has closed so the tree near the car park entrance can be removed safely. The tree is afflicted by the ash dieback fungus and needs to be removed to avoid
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Car seized after having no insurance
A CAR has been seized in Worcester for having no insurance. Warndon SNT had stopped the vehicle after noticing it was driving too fast for the road conditions. A spokesperson for Warndon SNT said: "When you drive too fast for the road conditions
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Firefighters hit out at 'risk to life' over service being 'cut to the bone'
ANGRY union leaders say the loss of eight fire engines and the axing of 45 firefighter posts will put lives at risk as the service is 'cut to the bone'. The letter, sent to 25 councillors, highlights the Fire Brigades Union's concerns about the
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Healthwatch Worcestershire seeking feedback to improve NHS dementia care
Healthwatch Worcestershire has called for dementia patients and carers to share experiences to improve NHS and social care services. The campaign has asked people diagnosed and their unpaid caregivers to share their post-diagnosis experiences.
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PCC to host Malvern community drop-in session to discuss retail crime
The PCC is set to hold a drop-in event where Malvern residents can voice their concerns on retail crime. The Police and Crime Commissioner, John Campion, will sit alongside local officers and the 'We don’t buy crime' team for a 'Community Conversation
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Animals to be recognised for in new BBC Awards
The BBC has launched a unique new award for animals that have "made a difference" in their communities. The "Make A Difference Awards", which will be held later this year, will for the first time recognise animals that have had a positive impact
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Townsend: 'I cannot even envisage 1900 fans in the ground'
IT looks set to be a landmark occasion for Stourport Swifts on Saturday when they welcome Worcester City and their supporters to Walshes Meadow in the Isuzu FA Vase round of 16. Just under 2000 spectators will pack into the ground with around 1500
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Councillor blames 'debris' build-up for partial Powick bridge collapse
A CITY councillor has blamed the build-up of debris for the partial collapse of a historic bridge - but regular inspections were carried out says a Highways chief. Bedwardine councillor Sue Smith has expressed her hopes for the future of the Powick
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High-energy tribute act brings Madness music to Worcester
One of the leading tribute acts of a much-loved British band is set to perform in Worcester next week. Ultimate Madnezz, famed for high-energy performances recalling ska band Madness, will perform at The Marrs Bar on Friday, February 16. The
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Musical tour to bring best of West End and Broadway to Worcester
Dreamcoat Stars has announced its third UK tour, and is set to bring musical smash-hits to Worcester. The star-studded concert, 'Dreamcoat Stars', features Keith Jack, from Any Dream Will Do, and three more vocalists from the global hit show Joseph
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Learn about digital landline switch at BT roadshow in Worcester
A BT roadshow across the West Midlands is set to stop off in Worcester later this month in efforts to raise awareness about the shift to digital landlines. Worcester residents will have the opportunity to learn more about how the landlines will
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Fury at proposed planning for public car park in Cotswold village
PLANS for a new public car park in a Cotswold village have been met with backlash from locals. Residents in Bourton-on-the-Water have expressed concerns that the addition of a new car park will only overcrowd the village with more tourists.
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County doctor encourages people to be aware of cancer after King's diagnosis
A WORCESTERSHIRE doctor is encouraging people to check for signs of cancer and see their GP if they have any concerns following the news of King Charles III's diagnosis. The King has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and has begun a schedule
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New security fencing after anti-social behaviour and nearby arson attack on nursery
NEW security fencing at a library site in Worcester has been welcomed by councillors after a spate of anti-social behaviour including an arson attack at a nearby nursery. The fencing has been installed at the Fairfield Centre and Warndon Library