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Worcester taxi service warns customers of driver shortages over Ramadan

A TAXI service in Worcester has warned customers of driver shortages during Ramadan. Woober taxis, based in The Cross near Foregate Street in Worcester, announced it would be short of drivers between the hours of 5.30pm and 8pm over the next four

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Suspicious people in balaclavas spotted in village

SUSPICIOUS people wearing balaclavas were spotted in a village near Worcester. Police are now appealing for people in Holt Heath to check their CCTV or door cameras to see if they have caught any suspicious activity. The people wearing balaclavas

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Worcestershire to reveal new kit during 2024 season launch show

WORCESTERSHIRE County Cricket Club will host a unique season preview show on the club's digital channels at the end of March. The show is set to air at 7:30 pm on Tuesday 26 March via the Club’s digital channels, featuring an array of exclusive

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£2 million reasons to be cheerful after county grants boost

A COUNTY organisation has just generated a total of £2 million in grants. For Keith Slater, the man behind Community Boost which helps voluntary and community groups to access grant funding, there is even greater pleasure in knowing that £1.5 million

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'Living hell' of prisoner serving long-abolished indefinite jail sentence

A prisoner serving a long-abolished indefinite jail sentence told his public parole hearing that he is living in “hell”, as he begged to be released. Nicholas Bidar, 36, is one of thousands of offenders still languishing behind bars years beyond

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Stockwatch: Where will the animals will be on the Malvern Hills this week?

CATTLE and sheep will be moved across the Malvern Hills this week. Malvern Hills Trust has reveled where cattle and sheep will be located from Friday, March 22 to Thursday, March 28. Northern Hills – Cattle on Sugarloaf Hill then moving off

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City aiming for first trophy win in five years

WORCESTER City have a chance to lift their first piece of silverware for the first time since 2019 on Wednesday night in the second-leg of the Wiseman Lighting Floodlit Cup Final. City take a 2-1 lead into the second-leg with Roman Glass St George

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Ted Baker calls in administrators putting hundreds of jobs at risk

Owners of high street chain Ted Baker have moved to push its British operations into administration, putting hundreds of jobs at risk. The move is expected to result in store closures and job losses, Sky News has reported. It comes 18 months

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Tesco loses Clubcard ruling at Court of Appeal over similarities to Lidl logo

Tesco has lost a Court of Appeal bid to overturn a decision which ruled that it had copied Lidl’s yellow circle logo in its Clubcard branding. Lidl accused Tesco of trying to “deliberately to ride on the coattails of Lidl’s reputation” with the

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These are the 7 'silent' signs of house damage you need to look out for this spring

'Tis the season to DIY so if you're planning a little Spring cleaning and maintenance, these are seven 'silent' signs of house damage you need to look out for.  After the rotten winter weather, many of us will be considering doing some home renovations

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How to claim compensation if your car is damaged by a pothole in the UK

Driving around the UK can be a treacherous task for motorists with potholes being a common sight on roads across the country. The number of potholes on British roads has surged in recent years, seeing the number of callouts for stranded drivers

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Santander launches a free £185 switch offer for new and existing customers

Martin Lewis' finance experts have had their say on Santander's new £185 switch offer for new and existing customers. To be eligible for the money, you need to switch your existing current account to either an Everyday Current Account, Santander

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Martin Lewis issues urgent DVLA fine warning to 2 million drivers

Martin Lewis has warned drivers who passed their test before 2015 to make a “quick check” now to avoid a £1,000 fine. The Driving and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has found that more than two million licences may be out of date, putting drivers

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Dave Myers' heartrending final words to Hairy Bikers fans

Dave Myers' final onscreen message has been revealed in the last Hairy Bikers episode. The TV chef sadly passed away last month at the age of 66 following a cancer diagnosis.  Together with best friend and co-star Si King, 57, the pair travel

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Rare visitor spotted on river Severn in Worcester among swans

A RARE visitor has been seen making friends with the resident swans on the river Severn in Worcester. A whooper swan has been in the city for about a week from its usual breeding ground in Iceland. The RSPB describe the whooper swan as a large

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Everywhere weather map predicts snow will fall in the UK this weekend

Snow could be set to hit parts of the UK as soon as this weekend according to new weather maps. WX Charts, which use Met Desk data, is forecasting multiple bands of snow moving through Scotland and England on Saturday. The forecast predicts

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Decision made on new walking and cycling bridge for Evesham

A long-awaited walking and cycling bridge for Evesham has finally been given planning permission. Councillors said the Hampton Bridge will ease congestion in the town and encourage residents to get out of their cars. The bridge will link footpaths

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King’s Worcester named as one of UK's best schools for rowing in 2024

A WORCESTER school has today been recognised as one of the best in the UK for rowing in 2024. King’s Worcester has been named in the top eight schools in the country for rowing by The Good Schools Guide. King's is ranked alongside some of the

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Lightning storm past Wolves in penultimate home game of the season

WORCESTER Wolves were outclassed by Loughborough Lightning on Friday night as the BWB Women’s Premier League leaders stormed to a 50-point victory. It was always going to be the ultimate challenge for Wolves in what was the team's first WPL game

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Primark makes major change to tackle shoplifters as it launches trial in stores

Primark is making a major change to how customers shop in its stores in a bid to deter shoplifters. The nationwide retailer has launched a trial of sealing paper carrier bags with blue 'sold' stickers in an attempt to stop shoplifting.  The

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6 dupes you can pick up from Home Bargains that could save you up to £207

A savvy shopper has shared six dupes of popular designer products from the likes of Olaplex and Charlotte Tilbury that you can pick up at Home Bargains.  Eilish Stout-Cairns, a bargain hunter from Newcastle, recently shared her beauty dupe finds

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Is it illegal to go into someone's garden to get your football back?

Playing a bit of football in the back garden is all fun and games until the ball is launched over the fence and onto your neighbour's property. This can often be an awkward situation for residents who don't know their neighbours or those who have

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Which supermarket pays the most? Pay rates at Aldi, Tesco, Asda and more

Several major supermarkets have increased their rate of pay over recent months but how much does each one pay? Aldi, Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury's are among the retailers who have recently increased their wages. The rise is part of preparations

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Live updates: Heavy traffic and long delays on main road into Worcester

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Signalling system at Worcester Shrub Hill restored after fault

TRAINS will be able to call in to Worcester Shrub Hill Station on time after a signalling fault earlier this morning (Tuesday). National Rail revealed at around 5am this morning due to a fault with the signalling system, trains could not run to

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How to pay less Corporation Tax

Running a business can be tough, and one of the biggest challenges is dealing with taxes. Corporation tax is a tax that companies have to pay on their profits, and in 2023, the rates are going up. Business owners need to get smart about finding legal

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New campaign encourages young men to buckle up for safety

A new campaign is specifically appealing to young men to wear their seatbelts. The initiative, CLICK, targets those aged 17 to 29-years-old, of which four people are either killed or seriously injured on each week on UK roads when not wearing a

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New community health initiatives to be launched with £500,000 DHSC funds

The county council has welcomed £500,000 of funding to support unpaid carers and community resources. Worcestershire County Council will develop initiatives after receiving £500,000 of Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) funding. Key

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Midlands Air Ambulance targets rise in payroll giving donations

The Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is promoting donations through Payroll Giving, targeting 150 participants during 2024. Currently, 100 donors use the scheme, having raised over £9,000 for future missions. It allows donators to make a monthly

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Entries open for the annual British Farming Awards

The British Farming Awards are set to return for their 12th year in 2024. Supported by Morrisons, the event recognises the efforts of UK farmers and their businesses in the face of various challenges, while also highlighting innovations in farming

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Councillors make 'no brainer' decision for St John's community hall

Councillors have made the "no brainer" decision to support plans for the expansion of a St John’s community centre. The city council is helping to fund the refurbishment of a dilapidated first floor flat in Comer Gardens Institute, so the Comer

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Village homes plan met with backlash despite rethink

Residents have objected to revised plans for 40 new homes in a village near Worcester. A scheme to build dozens of homes on land off Dilmore Lane in Fernhill Heath was changed following criticism from residents. Developers William Davis Ltd

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Council invites feedback on recent A4440 road work

The council is seeking feedback from commuters about how work to the A4440 Southern Link Road has impacted them. Worcestershire County Council's survey aims to evaluate the success of the scheme's phase four, covering work between Ketch Roundabout

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NHS dental 'desperation' as residents turn to Facebook for help

PEOPLE desperate for an NHS dental appointment in Worcester have been seeking help from Facebook. Patients have been finding it almost impossible to find an NHS dentist appointment in Worcester, leading many to go to Facebook for advice, according

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£25,000 grant funding to propel councils' move to electric vehicles

A £25,000 grant has been secured to fund a research project into council vehicles going electric. The grant, secured by Worcester City Council and Worcestershire County Council, has been provided by the Midlands Net Zero Hub to help the councils

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Easter egg hunt set for Droitwich Cricket Club

A Worcestershire estate agency has teamed up with a financial planning firm for a community Easter Egg Hunt on Good Friday, March 29. Nicol & Co's and Mindful Financial Planning's Easter fun will unfold at Droitwich Cricket Club between 10am and

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University students complete 24-hour CPR marathon fundraiser

University students have completed a 24-hour CPR marathon for charity. Paramedic students at the University of Worcester recently teamed up with staff members to perform continuous cardiopulmonary resuscitation on a manikin. The marathon was

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Worcestershire vet practice celebrates 25 years of service

A Worcester veterinary practice is celebrating 25 years of providing pet care. The team from Severn Vets enjoyed cake to mark this special anniversary, also observed by Jock Queen, the vet and clinical director at the practice. Severn Vets

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Moya Brennan set to visit Worcester for solo tour

Celebrated as "one of the greatest voices the human ear has ever experienced" by Bono, Moya Brennan is coming to Worcester next week. Over the past two years, Ms Brennan has been performing on the Farewell Tour of her family band, Clannad.

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NHS appeal to patients ahead of changes to Easter Bank Holiday opening times

The NHS has appealed for patients to ensure they order their repeat prescription on time ahead of the Easter bank holiday. The holiday will run from Friday, March 29 to Tuesday, April 2, during which time there will be alterations to regular opening