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Thousands gather as Malvern Spring Festival rolls into town
THREE Counties Showground was packed to the rafters as thousands of people flocked to this year's Malvern Spring Festival. Taking place at the Three Counties Showground in Great Malvern, the Malvern Spring Festival is a four-day event running from
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Inside Worcester's newest city centre cocktail bar and bistro
A NEW cocktail bar and restaurant has opened in the heart of the city. Pear Tree Bar and Kitchen has replaced the former Tortugas Caribbean restaurant in Friar Street, which recently closed its doors. The new establishment features a full range
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Dramatic bird's eye pictures show demolition aftermath of former pub
DRAMATIC bird's eye images show the demolition aftermath of a former city pub. It is time to say goodbye to the former Harvester on Droitwich Road as developers MACC Care demolished the building to build a new care home. The building, formerly
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Coffee shops with outdoor seats where you can sit out in the sunshine
NOW that the weather is getting warmer, city centre visitors will be looking for the top spots to sit outside with a refreshment. Worcester has a host of highly rated cafes on TripAdvisor which customers enjoy for their outdoor seating. Those
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Time to vote for your health care hero
The search has begun for this year's winners of the Worcestershire Health & Social Care Awards. The awards look to honour our healthcare heroes who work so tirelessly to help and care for us everyday. This year there are 12 categories:
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New clothing brand set up by Worcester teenager makes thousands of pounds in 24 hours
AN obsession with a billion pound gym clothing brand has inspired a Worcester teenager to set up his own business that made £1,000 in sales within 24 hours. William Adams, from Worcester, launched his own business specialising in streetwear clothing
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Nuisance shoplifter must stay away from this man
A nuisance shoplifter has been banned from supermarkets or going in any shop at all with a named man with 100 plus convictions in a bid to curb her constant thieving. Natalie Cull, 29, of Russell Close in Malvern, has been banned from several supermarkets
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'I met King Charles - and this is what he said about Worcestershire town'
BROMSGROVE was given the Royal seal of approval from King Charles at a Buckingham Palace garden party. One of the last appointments enjoyed by Bromsgrove District Council chairperson Sam Ammar was attending the first garden party of the year hosted
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'We'll bring tissues in' - City café to open one last time
STAFF at a popular city café will be "bringing tissues in" as it prepares to open for an emotional final day this weekend. Laura Kavanagh, who runs G&Tea in Friar Street, decided to call time on the business due to spiralling costs. She
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Thunderstorms on the way as storm rolls in to Worcestershire
THUNDERSTORMS are on the way for Worcestershire this weekend as a weather warning is issued. As Worcester basks in a heatwave over the weekend, the weather will turn stormy on Sunday as storm clouds roll in from the west. Weather conditions
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Image of wanted man who 'masturbated' on board bus in front of teenager
POLICE investigating an incident of a man masturbating on board a rail replacement bus have released this image. Officers investigating an incident of a man masturbating on board a rail replacement bus from Pershore railway station to Worcester
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'We have given them a facelift' - Walkers confirms change to popular crisps
Walkers Crisps has confirmed it has made a change to its popular Monster Munch Flamin' Hot flavour after fans became worried it had been discontinued. Walkers are responsible for a range of products including Wotsits, Quavers, Monster Munch, Squares
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Cow rescued from river by firefighters
A COW was rescued from a river near Worcester by fire crews after the animal got into difficulties in the water. The cow was in the river at Bath Road, Broomhall, Worcester before the rescue was performed by firefighters, including a boat crew.
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Driver who left person with four broken ribs fined hundreds of pounds
A CITROEN driver has been fined hundreds and given penalty points after a person was left with broken ribs. Sajjad Hussain, of Merton Close, Worcester, pleaded guilty to driving a Citroen Berlingo Multispace without due care and attention which
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National Highways staff donate clothing bags to air ambulance charity
National Highways workers have been clearing out their wardrobes to donate clothes to Midlands Air Ambulance Charity. More than 250 bags of clothes were collected for three air ambulance charities across the Midlands in recent weeks. Jon Cottrell
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Worcestershire's Nathan Smith sets Black Caps international ambitions
Nathan Smith has voiced his international ambitions after a string of stellar showings for Worcestershire. The all-rounder revealed that representing New Zealand and playing county cricket were the two goals he had growing up. Smith is currently
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I'm a Pharmacist and this is the best way to beat your hay fever symptoms
With summer just around the corner, the pollen count across the UK is expected to rise, bringing with it the unwanted menace of hay fever. Also known as allergic rhinitis, hay fever occurs when the body reacts to histamine, a substance released
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When does the new Doctor Who start and where to watch the 2024 series?
Doctor Who is set to return to our screens this weekend with a new series launching on BBC and Disney+. Ncuti Gatwa will star as the fifteenth Doctor after he joined the Whoniverse during the 60th Anniversary special - The Giggle - last year.
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Sandwich shop receives new food hygiene rating
A SANWHICH shop in Droitwich has been handed a new food hygiene rating. Subway, based on Colman Road in Droitwich, underwent a food hygiene inspection by the Food Standards Agency on April 10. The inspection covered a wide range of areas that
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Eurovision hits to come to life at Swan Inn's karaoke evening
Have you got Eurovision fever? Cross your fingers that you will avoid the dreaded 'nil point' at a 'karaoke extravaganza' packed with classic songs from the contest. Pick your favourite Eurovision tune and get your microphones out at The Swan Inn
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Mum opens up about experience of daughter's last days at children's hospice
A Worcester mum has opened up about how a children's hospice allowed her to say goodbye to her daughter at her own pace. Liz Bishop's daughter Lily-Mai was supported by Acorns Children's Hospice as she bravely battled a brain tumour for four years
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Opportunity for fresh talent at Droitwich Specsavers following apprentice's success
An opticians in Droitwich is on the hunt for new talent following the success of one apprentice. Specsavers in St Andrews Square is welcoming potential apprentices following Hasna Ahmed's recent completion of her 13-month optical apprenticeship
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Farm rises from the ashes to host outdoor cinema experience after fire
A Worcestershire farmstead has risen from the ashes of a fire last year to host an upcoming family-friendly outdoor cinema experience. Churchfields Farm, near Droitwich, is presenting 'Outdoor Moo'vie Festival' on Saturday (May 11). The event
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Five infants lost to whooping cough surge in first quarter
Five infant deaths of whooping cough and mounting cases have sparked nationwide concerns. Continued rising cases in the United Kingdom, with a total of 2,793 confirmed cases being reported during the first quarter of the year have been highlighted
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Marketing boost for nursery after launching new Droitwich site
A nursery group has recruited a marketing agency following the launch of its new site in Droitwich. Happy Days Nurseries has chosen EDGE Creative with the aim of growing the business with a new website to improve the nursery location search function
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Popular BBC sewing contest looking for competitors
A popular BBC show is searching for a new cast of competitors. The Great British Sewing Bee is now accepting applications for its 11th series. Budding sewers with a passion for fashion are being encouraged to apply before 8pm on Wednesday,
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Fire service drive to secure effective smoke alarms for deaf community
The fire service is reaching out to those who are either deaf or hard of hearing to ensure they have effective smoke alarms. Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is urging residents to install and test the right type of smoke alarms for
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Legendary crooner Tony Christie set to perform in Worcester
A legendary crooner is set to bring his powerful vocals to Worcester. Tony Christie will perform at the Swan Theatre on Saturday (May 11). Known for hits such as 'Is This The Way to Amarillo', 'Avenues & Alleyways', 'Walk Like A Panther' and
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Top 5 tips to save money on fuel as petrol prices rise by 10p per litre
As petrol and diesel prices are set to rise again this month, experts have offered their top tips to save you money. Petrol prices have risen by 10p per litre already this year, with the RAC saying the average price of a litre of petrol increased