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Food ratings for Worcester eateries - who got five stars?

NEW food hygiene ratings for three Worcester establishments have been revealed by the Food Standards Agency - but which one received five stars? Each of the eateries were awarded marks after their respective inspections between February 29 and

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Comedian Richard Herring brings tour to Worcester

A TOP comedian who "defeated" testicular cancer brings his latest tour to Worcester later this year. Richard Herring will be at Huntingdon Hall on Saturday, July 6 with his latest stand up show Can I Have My Ball Back? In 2021, Herring went

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REVEALED: Top three places to watch spring blossom in the county

With spring starting to bloom, the National Trust has revealed its best sites to watch the season blossom. According to the organisation Worcestershire boasts plenty of locations perfect for blossom-watching. This year marks its fifth annual

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'This will put off many people visiting Worcester High Street'

I AM an enthusiastic cyclist so allow me to criticise the council’s intention to remove the PSPO (Public Space Protection Order) from Worcester High Street. We have cyclists in the city who stick to the rules of the road and we have a significant

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Scala project chance to stop building deteriorating, says architect

The architect behind plans for the Scala Theatre says the project is a chance to stop the building deteriorating. Helen Grassly, of Burrell Foley Fischer Architects, spoke to Worcester City Council’s planning committee at a meeting in the Guildhall

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Fears over parking 'chaos' this Easter holiday at National Trust property

THERE are fears that "chaotic" parking outside a popular National Trust property will return this Easter break. It comes after a resident previously spoke out over the "irritating" situation at Croome Court, where parking is restricted after wet

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Lockett treble fires City to comfortable win at Brimscombe

LIAM Lockett produced a devastating individual performance in the first-half to put Brimscombe & Thrupp to the sword as Worcester City recorded a ninth consecutive Hellenic League Premier win in 2024. Winger Lockett - who now has 35 goals this

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Reason behind Worcester High Street closure revealed

THE smell of burning had closed part of the city's High Street. Firefighters and police closed a section of Worcester High Street today (Saturday) at 2pm after reports of a burning smell in Poundland.  A spokesperson for Hereford and Worcester

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As it happened: Part of High Street closed due to incident

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Look inside garden centre's new development which attracted hundreds of shoppers

HUNDREDS of eager shoppers flocked far and wide to the reopening of a family-run garden centre. Laylocks Garden Centre in Cotheridge, near Worcester, officially reopened today (Saturday) with live music, free goodies, children's entertainment and

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Business 'thrilled' after helping TV star with home renovations

A business with showrooms in Worcester and Kidderminster has been left "thrilled" after a reality star chose them to renovate parts of her home.  Purple Granite, which has been operating since 2010, was approached by Made in Chelsea star, Caggie

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Long queues as hundreds of shoppers grab goodies at garden centre's reopening

THERE were long queues across a garden centre today as hundreds flocked to its grand reopening.  Laylocks Garden Centre in Cotheridge, near Worcester, marked its opening of a new extension today (Saturday) with live music, free goodies, and children's

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Live updates as excitement over garden centre’s grand opening causes traffic

3:33pm TRAFFIC UPDATE: Traffic on the A44 has now cleared. 

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More than £4.5 million of UK lottery prizes unclaimed - could you be a winner?

Winning lottery tickets have been bought across the UK and a number of the prizes haven’t been claimed – could yours be a winner? The prizes are not to be missed as more than £4.5 million is unclaimed and a share of it could change your life.

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Frank Skinner announces exit from Absolute Radio after 15 years

Presenter and comedian Frank Skinner has announced that he will be leaving Absolute Radio after 15 years at the station. The broadcaster, 67, has been on Absolute Radio since 2009 and was inducted into the Radio Academy Hall of Fame in December

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Neighbours on moment 'favourite' chippy caught fire as dramatic pictures show damage

PEOPLE were forced to evacuate their flats last night as neighbours watched their favourite chip shop go up in flames.  Those living above Monarch Drive Chippy were forced to evacuate their homes yesterday (Friday) after the chip shop caught fire

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DWP PIP payments set to increase next month - how much will you get

People in receipt of Personal Independence Payments (PIP) could see their payments rise by up to £555 across the year from April. The amount of money being sent to PIP claimants by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will increase next month

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5 National Trust properties with Easter holiday activities near Worcester

With children having broken up for the holidays we have rounded up some of the National Trust properties near Worcester with fun Easter activities on offer to help keep youngsters busy. To help you plan your adventure, we’ve found the places where

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Inside modern £875k with its own cinema room and mini 'wine cellar' under the stairs

WINE lovers will certainly be tempted by this modern four-bed home which has a unique mini wine cellar under the stairs. The quirky feature under the stairs of the Battenhall Road home is just one of the features that make this modern family home

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US and UK choirs to combine for 'unique' Worcester Cathedral performance

A choir from the US will link up with a "unique" music project in Worcester next month. Students and teachers from Mount Mansfield Union High School and Rice Memorial High School in Vermont will join forces with seven Worcestershire secondary schools

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Student paramedic fundraises for new defibrillator after death of classmate

A STUDENT paramedic is fundraising for a piece of life-saving kit in memory of a fellow student who died in a crash. Worcester University student Amy Shadbolt is appealing for donations for a new public defibrillator at the Henwick Road Co-Op following

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'Groundhog day' as Starbucks drive thru plan returns despite public outcry

CONTROVERSIAL proposals for a drive thru coffee shop are to come back before planners after the last scheme was withdrawn over protected trees as one councillor called it 'groundhog day'. The proposals for the drive-thru restaurant at Elgar Retail

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'Thanks for new lighting after crash but we still need a pelican crossing'

NEW 'bright' lighting at a crossing where a woman was seriously injured after she was knocked down by a car has been welcomed but is no substitute for a proper pelican crossing says a city councillor. A woman in her 40s was knocked down at the

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Then and now: How a city centre street has changed

WORCESTER city centre's Newport Street heading up to All Saints Church photographed in 1905 below. The area was densely packed with low-quality housing, much of which was demolished in around 1930. Newport Street pictured in 2024 below

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Walking route that starts in Worcester named among Britain's greatest

A walking route which starts in Worcester has been named among Britian’s best in a new list by The Telegraph. The waking route is called Monarch’s Way and it starts in Worcester and ends in Shoreham-on-Sea, Sussex. With the route being 625

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'Most talked about 50ps in the coin community' sold 14 times face value

The roll-out of King Charles III 50p coins is in full swing and coin collectors have started trying to sell sought-after collectables on eBay. One of these has now been sold in Droitwich after the King Charles III Atlantic Salmon 50p Coin, 2023

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'Spectacular' night of organ music set to resonate at Worcester Cathedral

Celebrate International Organ Day by attending a "spectacular" concert at Worcester Cathedral in April. Showcasing the Cathedral’s variety of organs, the concert, on Saturday, April 20, will be led by its director of music, Samuel Hudson, assistant

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Woman's anger at 'totally unfair' treatment after being handed Section 21 notice

A WORCESTER resident whose rented property has 29 faults has vented her anger at the "unfair" treatment she has endured after being handed a Section 21 notice. Elaine Tyler, from Gillam Street in Worcester, has rented her property since July 2022

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Fun things to do this Easter - which will you choose?

Looking for something fantastic to do over the Easter break? Something a little different than the usual cinema and shopping? Why not explore some of these great local businesses this Easter, with some amazing events taking place to suit all age ranges

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Cadbury World to unveil new immersive ride this Easter weekend

Cadbury World will unveil a brand new immersive ride just in time for Easter. There's a sweet treat in store for chocolate lovers, as the Cadbury Chocolate Quest opens to visitors on Friday, March 29. The indoor trackless ride is the latest

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Doctor and mum of four to cycle 300km solo for sepsis charity

A doctor is set to take on the challenge of a 300 kilometre solo challenge across the Highlands in support of a sepsis charity. Dr Susanna Hocking, 47, a mum of four from Worcestershire, is will embark on a three-day journey across the Hebridean

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I'm a vet and this is how to protect your pets from tick bites this spring

With spring finally upon us, many of us will be looking to get outside and enjoy the countryside after a very wet winter. And the same is true for our pets, who will be ready to soak up the sunshine and warm weather by our side. But spending

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City railway station brightened up by arts project

A CITY centre transport hub has been brightened up thanks to a new initiative. The Arts Society (TAS) Worcester has been involved in a community arts project to install a work of art at Worcester Foregate Street railway station. An underground

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Applications open for over £8,000 community group funding

Applications for community funding opportunities in Worcestershire have opened. Groups in the county can apply for up to £8,300 from the Prime Foundation’s annual fund. The foundation was established to improve education, health, and social

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NHS lead tackling London Marathon with crucial warning for over 40s

AN NHS lead is running next month's London Marathon with an important message for all over 40s. Jane Gordijn, stroke partnership manager for NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire, is playing her part in keeping her blood pressure low and raising

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The University of Worcester proud to recognise the outstanding commitment of staff

The University of Worcester is proud to once again be a sponsor of the Worcestershire Education Awards, recognising the outstanding commitment of the headteachers, teachers, support staff and volunteers who work tirelessly in our schools, colleges,