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Police give update on man arrested for New Year's Eve Malvern pub attack

POLICE have given an update on a man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following an incident outside a Malvern pub on New Year's Eve.  As we previously reported, Robert Chadney died in hospital after being discovered outside the Beauchamp

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£650 bike stolen from city centre

A £650 bike has been stolen from Worcester's city centre. Police are investigating the theft of a giant Roam bike from Lowesmoor. It has been described as black in colour and was secured with a D lock. The incident took place on March 12

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When is something going to be done about ugly eyesore at site of former nightclub?

A FORMER nightclub gutted by a fire 17 years ago has been branded 'a disgraceful eyesore' as a frustrated councillor calls for developers to 'get a move on' and transform the prime site. The former Zig Zag nightclub in St John's in Worcester was

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Worcester's private hospital wants to install solar panels on roof

A private hospital in Worcester wants to install hundreds of solar panels on its roof. Spire Southbank Hospital in Bath Road has submitted a planning application to Worcester City Council. It is for 239 solar panels with a maximum output of

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Start Up Loans scheme aids Worcester's senior entrepreneurs

A Worcester company was among the enterprises to benefit from a scheme supporting entrepreneurs over the age of 50. The initiative by Start Up Loans, part of the British Business Bank, has distributed more than £140 million in loans since it was

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More seats provided on trains during Cheltenham Festival

Train services between Worcester and Bristol via Cheltenham will have extra carriages to cater for more travellers during the Cheltenham Festival. More than 45 trains, providing thousands of train seats, will be available every day of this year

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13,000 reports of UK animals severely harmed by discarded litter, RSPCA reports

Nearly 13,000 reports of animals found affected by discarded litter have been made across the UK over the past four years. Among them, 106 incidents in Worcestershire alone were reported to the RSPCA. The charity has said that animals have

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What are the symptoms of polio and who was 'The Man in the Iron Lung'?

Paul Alexander, widely known as "Polio Paul", has died after spending over 70 years inside an iron lung. Paul contracted polio in the summer of 1952 when he was six years old and was left paralysed from the neck down. He woke up inside the

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Trees causing damage to driveway could be cut down

Two trees that have caused minor damage to a driveway could be cut. The ash trees have been causing concern to the new owner of a property in Patterdale Drive, Worcester. Roots of the trees have caused damage to a flagstone driveway and lawn

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What is a filtering lane used for and what is the correct way to use one?

Filtering or merging lanes can be a controversial topic among drivers on what the rules are on using them. These lanes are implemented as part of road works where on a two-lane road, one lane is closed and the other remains open. This often

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Dave Myers tribute - Penultimate episode of Hairy Bikers has viewers in tears

The latest episode of The Hairy Bikers paid tribute to host Dave Myers which left fans in floods of tears. The TV chef, who found fame alongside his friend Si King as part of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo, died last Wednesday after being treated

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Mercedes car stolen from Worcestershire town

A CAR has been stolen from a Worcestershire town. Police are investigating the theft of a black Mercedes CLA from Hazel Close in Droitwich.  The incident took place this morning (Wednesday) between 2am and 3.10am. A spokesperson for Droitwich

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West Mercia Police say report non-urgent issues online after high volume of calls

WEST Mercia Police are advising the public to report non-urgent queries online due to a high volume of calls. In an emergency, West Mercia Police advise the public to call 999, but if the query is not urgent, you can call 101 or report incidents

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Sad update after dramatic rescue of 'shot' swan in Worcester canal

A SWAN thought to have been shot in the head on Worcester canal has had to be euthanised. Volunteers at Wychbold Swan Rescue said it was the kindest thing to do as the swan was so severely injured. Passing dog walker Emily Willetts alerted

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Man 'shocked' to find huge locust in his supermarket shop

A SHOPPER was "shocked" to find a huge locust in his supermarket shop. Lee Westacott found the bug inside his fridge door after unloading his haul from the Aldi supermarket in Droitwich.  The 39-year-old, who lives in the town, believes the

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Is it illegal to park your car in front of a driveway or on a dropped kerb?

Finding a place to park your car on a busy residential street can be frustrating and time-consuming, seeing many drivers opt for any available 'space'. Sometimes, drivers will park in front of a driveway despite the possible ramifications surrounding

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Sky and Freeview viewers warned TV channel will be axed at the end of March

Sky and Freeview TV viewers have been told a channel will be axed from the end of the month.  The shareholders of SportyStuff TV Limited have decided to close down the channel at midnight local London time on 31 March 2024 signalling the end of

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Casualty’s longest-serving cast member on 'best of my career' final episodes

Casualty's longest-serving cast member Derek Thompson has described his final ever episodes on the BBC show this Saturday (March 16) as the "best of my career". After 38 years and nearly 900 episodes playing Charlie Fairhead, Thompson is set to

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Has Cheltenham Festival 2024 been cancelled? Race abandoned and trains delayed

A Cheltenham Festival race has been abandoned and trains to the event were delayed earlier today due to an incident. The Cross Country Chase scheduled at today's meeting has been cancelled and will not be run at this year's meeting. The Jockey

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This is what can happen to your body when you quit smoking and start vaping

Although vaping has been an alternative to smoking cigarettes for a few years, it’s not been around long enough for scientists to know the “long-term effects.” Many will have switched to e-cigarettes to avoid inhaling tobacco which can be the cause

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X factor contestants hit back at 'b*****d' Louis Walsh after 'vile' claims on CBB

Former X Factor contestants John and Edward Grimes, also known as Jedward have hit back at Louis Walsh after he called the pair "vile" on Celebrity Big Brother. Irish duo Jedward appeared on the sixth season of X Factor back in 2009, coming sixth

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The worst and best bus operators in England have been revealed - do you agree?

England’s worst bus operator has been revealed, according to a new survey. Arriva in West Yorkshire which serves in towns and cities such as Leeds and Wakefield was ranked as the worst bus operator in the country. It comes as just 66% of passengers

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Hart brace gives City first-leg lead in cup final

WORCESTER City will take a one-goal advantage into the second-leg of the Wiseman Lighting Floodlit Cup Final after an entertaining 2-1 win over Roman Glass St George on Tuesday night. Two goals from striker Dylan Hart put City 2-0 up after 55 minutes

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Former X Factor judge told to leave Celebrity Big Brother despite no public vote

Former The X Factor judge Sharon Osbourne and The Real Housewives of Cheshire star Lauren Simon have both been booted out of Celebrity Big Brother. Osbourne, 71, left despite not being up for public vote, as her time as the 'celebrity lodger' came

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Do ‘superfoods’ really afford health benefits?

I’M frequently asked by patients whether ‘superfoods’ really afford health benefits. The answer is they do. The term, first coined in the 1990s, is usually associated with foodstuffs with positive effects on health and disease prevention - and

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Worcester weather as one in 250-year event is set to hit UK

THE MET Office has warned that a one in 250-year weather event is about to hit the UK and this is how it will affect Worcester. The weather experts said for the first time since records began in the mid 20th century , this extended winter period

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Live updates: rail disruption affecting passengers in Worcester

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'I need to try these': New Walkers crisps have shoppers racing to UK supermarkets

Walkers Crisps has released a new flavour of Wotsits which has shoppers racing to their local supermarket. Walkers are responsible for a range of products including Wotsits, Quavers, Monster Munch, Squares and Bugles as well as their various ranges

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Archaeological tale of Worcester's past set for release in April

A book authored by an archaeological expert examining the history and heritage of Worcester is set to hit shelves in April. James Dinn's 'The Archaeology of Worcester in 20 Digs' offers an intriguing overview of the city's rich historical past,

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Bookshop to host brand new festival in May half term

An indepent bookshop is set to launch a brand new festival during the May half term. Script Haven, in Worcester, will host the CreARTivity Festival from Sunday, May 26 to Friday, 31. It will showcase a mix of literature, music, and art, featuring

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New arts festival to be hosted by University of Worcester students

A new arts festival ran by University of Worcester students will run in the city this month. The three-day 'Speak Volumes!' event will take place from Thursday, 21 to Saturday, March 23, and is primarily organised by members of the university's

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Worcestershire Youth Cabinet encourages political engagement in schools

Worcestershire's Youth Cabinet has been reaching out to schools across the county in efforts to get more young people involved in politics. The national Make Your Mark campaign offers all UK residents aged between 11 and 18 the chance to have their

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Hospital unit's £11 million upgrade up for regional award

A recent Worcester building project has been named as a finalist for a regional award given to the most impressive in the West Midlands. The Elgar Unit at Worcestershire Royal Hospital is a contender for the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

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Worcester Lib Dems guide residents on wildlife walk

The Worcester Lib Dems organised a nature walk as part of their 'Wild About Worcester' campaign. They trekked a stretch of the twelve-mile Wild about Worcester Way, a route connecting fifteen green spaces in Worcester, and ended the walk at Waitrose

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Severn Trent helps fast-track Government's £180m sewage clean up plan

Severn Trent was one of several water companies across England that made it possible to fast-track the Government's over £180 million investment to tackle sewage spills. The West Midlands water company put £41 million into the pot, which aims to

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BBC's Repair Shop looking for special items to fix for upcoming series

BBC One's Repair Shop is looking for people to come forward with special items to fix ahead of its new series. The team, led by Jay Blades and other experts, has saved over a thousand special items and historical artefacts since first hitting our

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Intensive Easter training camp for young people offered by charity

Young people from across the UK are being offered a chance to learn how to work with children through a Malvern-based charity this Easter. From Friday, March 29 to Friday, April 5, people aged between 17-25 years will have the chance to take part

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Take a look inside the Scala Theatre and Corn Exchange

Worcester’s historic Scala Theatre is at the centre of a multi-million pound regeneration project in the city centre. The project, which has been scaled back massively since it was first announced in 2020, will see the listed building transformed

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Animal charity issues warning ahead of Dog Theft Association Day

The UK's leading dog welfare charity has warned owners ahead of Dog Theft Awareness Day. Amid a rise in pet theft in Britain, Dogs Trust Evesham has issued guidelines to owners to safeguard their dogs from being separated from their loved ones.

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Rural Media charity on the hunt for youthful board members

Rural Media, a Hereford-based charity, is actively searching for young trustees aged between 16 to 24 to join and diversify its board. The opportunity will allow young individuals from Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Shropshire,

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New transport tracking app goes live in Worcestershire

A new app providing real time information to help people travel across multiple forms of transport is now available in Worcestershire. The Citymapper app, in partnership with Worcestershire County Council, offers live updates, journey planning

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Police and council join forces for £2 million crime reduction plan

Worcestershire residents are set to benefit from a £2 million crime prevention project over the next two years. The Safer Worcestershire project will see the funding invested in communities by West Mercia Police and Worcestershire County Council

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Three Choirs Festival reveals line-up for festival this summer

The Three Choirs Festival has announced its new programme for 2024, celebrating the powerful influence of nature on composers and musicians. Taking place in Worcester from Saturday, July 27 to Saturday, August 3, this year’s festival will see a

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Insurance expert calls on public to act 'responsibly' amid lambing season

A rural insurance expert has called on the public to help ease the pressure on farmers during the lambing and calving season. Account executive Anderson Fossett, of rural insurance broker Lycetts has called upon people to remain mindful and responsible

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Flashing school signs makes Worcester school 'safer' from 'selfish' drivers

YOUNG children are now 'safer' thanks to flashing warning signs outside a city school said the councillor who paid for them after a 'long battle'. The signs have now been installed outside Pitmaston Primary School in Malvern Road, St John's, Worcester

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Ex-cancer patient forced to leave GP practice after 38 years after moving '300 yards'

A 'DISGUSTED' ex-cancer patient feels he has been 'kicked into the gutter' after being told to leave the GP practice which saved his life because he moved 'just 300 yards' from his old house. Dan Lane has been with Spring Gardens Group Medical