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Trailer stolen from Worcestershire town in broad daylight
POLICE are investigating the theft of a trailer. An Ifor Williams trailer was stolen from Worcester Road in Droitwich last week. The theft happened between 2pm and 5.15pm on May 23. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "We are appealing
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'Excitement' as Worcester's newest restaurant opens its doors to customers
EXCITEMENT is in the air after an independent Italian restaurant opened its doors in Worcester. Business owner Gaz Cani was proud to welcome Worcester to his new eatery, Pasta Di Piazza. Working alongside him was his young son Ethan who was
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400 choir singers join forces at concert to support Prostate Cancer UK
MORE than 400 men came together from choirs over the UK to sing their hearts out at a concert to support charity Prostate Cancer UK. The project Men United in Song brought together hundreds of male singers from five different choirs to perform
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Worcestershire seller makes a tidy profit after selling this Olympic-theme 50p
A COIN commemorating the 2012 Olympic Games has been sold for a huge sum in Worcestershire. The seller made a sizable profit after selling a 2011 Olympic football 50p coin, more commonly known as the Offside Rule 50p. The coin, which was being
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'Nice local vibe' at carnival which drew large crowds despite the rain
HEAVY rain failed to dampen people's spirits as hundreds flocked to Pershore for the annual Pershore Carnival. The Pershore Carnival is fun-filled family event that takes place in the town centre every year. People were out in force on Bank
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Discover more about moths at National Trust property
THE MAGIC of moths will come to life during a morning at a National Trust property. Visitors can join the team from West Midlands Butterfly Conservation at Croome Court, near Pershore on Sunday, June 16. They will uncover moth traps in the
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Celebrations for historic day which is rarely marked outside of Worcester
DOZENS of people flocked to a Worcester museum to mark the anniversary of the restoration of the monarchy. Reenactors dressed in their best 17th-century attire greeted guests at The Commandery to mark Oak Apple Day. RECOMMENDED READING: Here's
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Vet issues important flea warning to all dog and cat owners
A vet has issued a warning to all cat and dog owners to keep an eye out for sings their pets may have fleas, with infestations at this time of year “more common than many people realise”. Flea bites can cause serious skin irritation to both pets
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How to watch Clive Myrie’s Caribbean Adventure on BBC - see what it's about
BBC news presenter Clive Myrie is embarking on his second travel series this week, this time from the heart of the Caribbean islands. In Clive Myrie’s Caribbean Adventure, the 59-year-old will be exploring his personal connection with this beautiful
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Rural UK properties have had 'strongest house price growth over last five years’
Nationwide has said house prices in rural areas have increased faster than those in urban locations over the five years to the end of 2023. Property values in areas classed as predominantly rural have risen by 22% over the past five years, compared
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Three fish and chips shops in Worcester which are open Bank Holiday Monday
It is Bank Holiday Monday so the last thing you might want to do is cook a meal. What better than a fish and chips for tea - however, with it being a holiday some may not be open as usual. Here are three fish and chips shops in Worcester which
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New experience coming to National Trust property in Worcester
A NEW experience will be unveiled at a National Trust property in the heart of Worcester. Visitors will be able to take a self-guided visit around Greyfriars House and discover more about the life of Miss Matley Moore – Greyfriars’ last resident
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Record numbers expected as mass bike ride to end with family games at big picnic
A FREE family friendly bike ride will take place next weekend - with riders ending up at a huge community picnic event. The next Kidical Mass bike ride will take place at 11.30am. on Sunday, June 2 starting from Cafe Viaduct by Little Al’s Kitchen
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TV Burp star Harry Hill coming to Malvern Theatres
A FAMOUS comedian known for laughing at others' mistakes and accidents will visit Worcestershire as part of his UK tour. You've Been Framed and TV Burp star Harry Hill will celebrate 60 years of living in his tour New Bits and Greatest Hits.
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Who are the 8 acts on Britain’s Got Talent 2024 first live semi-final tonight?
It’s finally here – the first live show of Britain’s Got Talent (BGT) 2024 will be coming to you from London’s Eventim Apollo in a matter of hours. Tonight (May 27), the first round of semi-finalists will show off their talents again in front of
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Green politicians help launch architectural sustainability award
Details of a new architectural sustainability award for Worcester have been announced. The award is the brainchild of two Green Party politicians - Marjory Bisset and Karen Lewing - and forms part of the Worcestershire Society of Chartered Architects
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Stunning pictures show sheet lightning across Worcestershire during storm
BREATHTAKING pictures show impressive sheet lightning formations across Worcestershire. The sky across Worcester and Malvern was illuminated by horizontal bolts of lightning yesterday (Sunday) evening. Residents across the county were greeted
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Pasta sauce sold at Waitrose recalled as ‘unsafe to eat’ warning issued
A “do not eat” warning has been issued by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) as a Crosta & Mollica pasta sauce sold at Waitrose stores in the UK “may contain pieces of glass”. Crosta & Mollica is recalling its Sugo Alla Norma Aubergine, Ricotta and
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Cyclists gather for ten mile time trial
MORE than forty cyclists gathered at Severn Stoke for an Open Ten Mile Time Trial hosted by Worcester St John's Cycling Club. Thirteen club members took part in the event with Andrew Daniel achieving third overall male with a time of 12:22:07;
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Here's why Worcester Cathedral bells will ring continually for hours today
A SPECIAL ringing of the cathedral bells is sounding out across this city. Worcester Cathedral bells have been ringing since 10am today (Monday) and will continue until 2pm to mark Oak Apple Day. The day marks the anniversary of Charles II's
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What time is EastEnders on tonight? BBC announces bank holiday schedule change
There’s no better time to catch up on your favourite TV programmes than on bank holiday Monday. But if you’re an EastEnders fan hoping to fit tonight’s episode into your plans today (May 27), the BBC has announced a slight schedule change.
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When did national service end in the UK? This is why it was introduced
Rishi Sunak has said 18-year-olds would be forced to carry out a form of national service if the Conservatives win the general election in July. Under the Conservatives’ new proposal, young people would be given a choice between a full-time placement
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When is Coronation Street on this week? ITV to air 5 ‘never done before’ episodes
There is a huge week ahead on the cobbles as viewers will discover what really happened on the night Lauren Bolton disappeared. Producers have created a unique way of story-telling on Corrie this week, in a way which has “never been done before
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Michael Mosley reveals 16 simple habits that will improve your life this summer
Dr Michael Mosley, famed for his Just One Thing podcast, numerous books and the Fast-800 diet, has had his say on changing your life this summer. Affectionately called a 'health guru', the documentarian and journalist has been shaping the way Brits
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Beautiful new upstairs seating area open at this Worcester cafe
A CITY centre cafe has a brand new upstairs seating area for customers to enjoy - and they all say they 'love it'. The Sweet Greeks at Mealcheapen Street in Worcester shared a photo of the new upstairs area via social media. The cafe already
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Then and Now: A change in the city skyline
THEN: Worcester’s former Cripplegate House, pictured below before the large Georgian building was demolished in 1967, on the western edge of Cripplegate Park looking up towards The Bull Ring at St John’s. NOW: The same location in 2024 below
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Inside the special Worcester Cathedral room many don't see - but plenty can hear
WE rang the bells at the Worcester Cathedral and stepped foot inside a room that very few people have been in. The current set of bells at the Worcester Cathedral has been producing music for the residents of Worcester since 1928. A select
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Warndon Villages speeding case ends up in court as driver faces ban
A DRIVER who broke the 30mph speed limit in a city estate is now subject to court action and faces a potential driving ban. Glenn Bunegar was caught speeding by 'manned equipment' in Woodgreen Drive in Warndon Villages, Worcester. The case
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Which supermarket sells the best £5 bottle of red wine? I happily found out
Midweek trips to the pub, family and friends around for drinks after a walk, Brits love an excuse for a tipple. And it never tastes better than when it's drunk on the weekend - when the wine doth floweth. After all, a meal without wine is breakfast
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New plan for part of Old Fire Station as food hall, shop and wine bar yet to appear
A former fire station converted into luxury apartments could soon also house a maths learning centre, it has been revealed. The Old Fire Station in Copenhagen Street was built between 1939 and 1941 and was home to Worcester firefighters until 2015
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Gulls rip open bins leaving rubbish strewn across busy street
GULLS are suspected of ripping open bins leaving 'disgusting' rubbish strewn all over a city centre street as a restaurant owner calls the situation 'a nightmare'. Rubbish is scattered all over Pierpoint Street, off Foregate Street, in Worcester