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'In people's gardens with torches' Fear as police investigate suspicious activity
POLICE are investigating an incident on a city road. A resident on Norwich Road in Ronkswood, Worcester revealed there had been suspicious activity in the area yesterday evening (Saturday). This led to police knocking on doors of residents
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'We're surprised it wasn't open' Disappointment over closed splash pad in city park
FAMILIES who made a trip to a city centre park were left disappointed that the splash pad has not been turned on. Excited youngsters were in Gheluvelt Park on Sunday with swimsuits at the ready - but the splash pad was shut. While the water
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Holder and Waite hit centuries as Worcestershire hold commanding lead over Kent
TWO unbeaten centuries helped Worcestershire build a dominant lead over Kent on day two of their Vitality County Championship match at Canterbury. Jason Holder and Matthew Waite both hit tons that result in Worcestershire holding a considerable
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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Worcester News
The Worcester News published 6 death notices last week. Every week, the Worcester News publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages
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Nurseries support charity set up in memory of former pupil
A GROUP of nurseries is supporting the city charity set up in memory of one of its former pupils. Little Lodge Nursery youngsters did a step challenge for Stevie Stones while older fundraisers headed for a higher altitude with a wing walk challenge
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Round-up of this week's latest cases heard at Worcester Magistrates' Court
HERE is a list of some of the latest cases heard at Worcester Magistrates' Court Among the defendants pleading guilty this week are: Yasmin Jones, from Green Hill, off London Road, Worcester, admitted obstructing a police officer while he was
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Decision made on takeaway plan for former laundrette
Plans to convert a former launderette in London Road into a takeaway have been rejected by the council. The owners of London Road Mini Market, near the traffic lights at the Wyld’s Lane junction, wanted to transform the ground floor of the building
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Chance to join in with theatre group's next show
NOW is the time to come forward for the next production from a city theatre group with audition prep starting. Worcester Operatic and Dramatic Society (WODS) is set to perform ‘Sister Act’ in October at The Swan Theatre. The cinema classic,
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Excitement building for upcoming city show
EVERYONE at an award-winning youth musical theatre company is getting excited for their upcoming show. It follows Worcester Operatic and Dramatic Society’s Youth Section’s (WODYS) success of their last production Carousel which won the NODA (National
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Butterflies thriving at cemetery in the city
A CEMETERY in the heart of the city has seen a marked increase in the number and variety of butterflies thanks to improvements in its biodiversity. Since October 2022, Astwood Cemetery in Worcester, which is owned and managed by Worcester City
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MOT warning for millions as DVSA data reveals 5.2 million expired MOTs
Millions of motorists have been warned not to forget their car’s MOT due date after new figures revealed more than 5 million cars were driven without an MOT. Of those 5.2 million cars, more than 360,000 were presented for a new MOT more than a
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I tried a chef's recipe for making the 'perfect' scrambled eggs
I'm a huge fan of scrambled eggs but I tend to keep the recipe simple when throwing the dish together in the morning. However, after scrolling through my feed on TikTok, I came across a recipe from a London chef on how to make the "perfect" scrambled
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See 5 shocking ways you might be breaking the law in your own garden
Summer nights let us spend more time out in our gardens but there are things we could be doing from the comfort of our lawns that could actually be breaking the law. If you're planning on spending as much time in the sunshine (while it lasts)
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Police search gardens on city road following suspicious 'late night activity'
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How did the UK public vote at the Eurovision Song Contest?
OLLY Alexander finished in 18th place in the Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday night with 46 points as the UK public gave 12 points to Israel’s entry Eden Golan. Switzerland’s Nemo finished in first place with 591 points, while Croatia’s Baby
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Police helicopter spotted hovering over two villages near Worcester
A POLICE helicopter has been spotted flying over an area near Worcester. The helicopter was seen circling over two villages in the Worcester area at around 8.40pm yesterday evening (Saturday). The areas in question were Grimley and Hallow,
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Life expectancy gap between most and least deprived in Worcester narrows
The life expectancy of the most deprived people in Worcester has improved compared with their wealthier neighbours, figures show. New analysis by academics from the Institute of Health Equity at University College London shows the difference in
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Then and Now: This street hosted some musical greats
THEN: Worcester’s Foregate Street below with the Gaumont cinema and theatre in all its glory back in 1951. The road had been a fashionable 18th-century promenade. By the 1950s and 1960s the likes of the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix
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Yellow weather warning issued for thunderstorms in Worcestershire
A YELLOW weather warning has been issued by the Met Office for Worcestershire. Thunderstorms and heavy showers are set to hit the region this afternoon (Sunday), with some intense downpours possible in a few places. Some areas could give up
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City centre roads closed due to roadworks
TWO city centre roads have been closed due to roadworks. Foregate Street and Shaw Street in Worcester have been closed today (Sunday) for repairs to be carried out by Severn Trent. Worcestershire County Council confirmed the road closures on
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How much for Melania? Will Donald Trump sell his wife in Worcester?
THE name of Donald John Trump, wannabe once more president of the United States of America, is not a name that habitually crops up on this page because it’s really all about past goings-on in Worcestershire. However, an amusing/disgusting (depending
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Must-see immersive Van Gogh experience coming to Birmingham
This summer, Birmingham will host an immersive show celebrating the life and art of Vincent van Gogh. Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience will be held at Birmingham NEC from August 1 to September 1. This will be the largest Van Gogh show
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'Luxury' Worcester home with 5 double en suite bedrooms on sale for £1 million
Are you looking for a new home or just wondering what’s currently on the market in Worcester? Well, here’s a property that’s currently available to buy for £1 million and boasts plenty of “luxurious living space”, including five en suite double
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This is what could happen to former porcelain works site office
A former Berkley Homes site office at the old porcelain works could be turned into flats. Plans have been submitted to demolish the current building, which sits on the corner of Princess Drive and Mill Street. If given approval by the city
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'Dogs should be kept on a lead': Fury after latest dog attack on swan
DOG owners should be required to keep their dogs on a lead after a swan was attacked and killed near a Worcester estate, says one resident. John Knowles, of Meadowbank Drive near St John's, Worcester, unofficially volunteers to look after and feed
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Worcestershire school receives new food hygiene rating
A SCHOOL in Worcestershire has been handed a new food hygiene rating. Ombersley Endowed First School And Nursery, based on Droitwich Road in Ombersley, underwent a food hygiene inspection by the Food Standards Agency on April 19. The inspection
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Neighbours warn new homes on 'racetrack' road could be 'dangerous game to play'
Plans have been put forward to build up to five homes on land behind a bungalow in Lower Broadheath. But neighbours have objected, with one describing a main road through the village as being “like a race track”. A proposal submitted to Malvern
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University ramps up security outside campus on edge of city
The University of Worcester has been given permission to install extra CCTV cameras at its Lakeside Campus. Malvern Hills District Council approved plans to erect two poles and one mast to mount new cameras at the 50-acre site, which hosts water
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Look inside the £900,000 new-build family home in 'charming' Worcestershire village
WITH its 'serene' rural views and place in a 'charming' village - this new build £900,000 home would be perfect for families. Worcestershire estate agency Nicol & Co is marketing The Croft which can be found in Tibberton, a village on the outskirts
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Popular splashpad reopens at Worcestershire park
A popular splashpad in Kidderminster officially reopened for visitors over the weekend. Brinton Park Heritage Fund announced on social media last week that the splashpad at Brinton Park would open on Saturday (May 4). The site is open daily
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Poshest places to live in Worcestershire according to locals
When you live in an area, you’ll probably hear about the ‘poshest’ places and where they are. Some parts of Worcestershire are considered the posher areas to live in and we asked Worcester News readers to tell us which places they think are the
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Major £400m business support fund showcased at Worcester event
A BANK roadshow event is set to take place in Worcester. BCRS Business Loans will be backing the new £400m Midlands Engine Investment Fund II for small businesses. It will be backing the fund British Business Bank roadshow event at Worcestershire