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This 'beautiful' snake has been spotted in Worcestershire
THOSE with a fear of snakes may be in for a fright if they visit a Kidderminster park after one was recently spotted there. Kidderminster Town Council posted a photo of a "completely harmless" grass snake found at Broadwaters Mill Park. The
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What time is Britain's Got Talent on this weekend? When to watch the 2024 final
The Britain's Got Talent (BGT) live final will air on Sunday (June 2) as the finalists battle it out to be crowned winner of the 2024 series. The 2024 series of BGT began back in April (April 20) on ITV with judges Simon Cowell, Bruno Tonioli,
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Madresfield Court fete draws 'surprisingly' huge crowd
A popular annual village fete held at an iconic Worcestershire country house has drawn thousands despite organisers fearing that they might have had to cancel. A very successful Madresfield Court Village Fete drew thousands on June 1 to the delight
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Urban Soul Orchestra gearing up to headline Classic Ibiza at Ragley Hall
Classic Ibiza is gearing up for its return to Ragley Hall. Ahead of their performance at the Alcester stately home on Saturday, July 6, show headliners Urban Soul Orchestra worked on the final notes on their performance last week in a London recording
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How to watch the Champions League 2024 final for free in the UK
The 2024 Champions League final will be taking place this weekend and viewers will be able to watch from home even if they don't have a subscription to TNT Sports. Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund will be battling out in order to take home the
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Is wine good for you and what are the healthiest options - dietician has their say
Who doesn't love a glass of wine with their food, while out at the pub with friends/family or sitting at home after a long week at work. From reds to whites, shiraz to rosé there are so many varieties of wine to choose from. But which ones
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The baby names at risk of extinction in the UK revealed for boys and girls
Deciding on a name for your baby is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent, and the thankfully the Office for National Statistics (ONS) may be able to provide you with some inspiration. The ONS has revealed the latest list
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Ladies Day at the Worcester Racecourse takes over the city
THOUSANDS of people from across the city have ventured to see the horse races at Ladies Day at The Worcester Racecourse. The streets of Worcester were packed today (June 1) as The Worcester Racecourse held its annual Ladies Day. FOR MORE pictures
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Red Arrows to fly over Worcestershire on Sunday - flight path and timings
AMAZING British aerobatic team, the Red Arrows will be flying over Worcestershire on Sunday - here's all the best times and locations to see them. The RAF's Red Arrows will fly through the county on their way to the Midlands Air Festival for the
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Speed Watch groups reach ten year anniversary
COMMUNITY Speed Watch groups from across West Mercia have been running for ten years. The groups in Worcestershire, Shropshire and Herefordshire celebrated their tenth anniversary on May 30. The Scheme was first launched in Crowle and since
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Full list of all 10 Britain's Got Talent finalists ahead of the live final
Following a week of live semi-finals, ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent (BGT) has revealed the 10 finalists all vying to win the show. Hosted by presenting duo Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly, the winner of BGT will get the chance to perform at the Royal
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We braved cold water swimming at a new venue keeping swimmers safe from dirty water
WITH the rise of water pollution and the luxury of indoor heated swimming pools, it may be hard to understand why people want to take a cold dip in a wild lake. I, for one, would always prefer a hot bath over a cold shower and would choose a clean
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Food market will return to High Street
ONE of Worcester's most popular food-based events is making its annual monthly return to the city centre. The Fine Food Market promises to entice hungry foodies who love to taste good food on Worcester High Street on Saturday (June 1). Taking
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Worcester's ancient 'eyesore' alley boarded up 'for years'
A FORMER medieval alley and arcade now lies sealed up behind graffitied wooden boards next to a city centre shoe shop as some argue the historic site is becoming an 'eyesore'. The alley, which dates back to medieval times, used to run between The
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Fast food chain seeks permission to extend opening hours
A popular fast food franchise has applied to remain open until the early hours of the morning. GDK (German Doner Kebab), on The Foregate in the city centre, is looking for permission to provide late-night refreshments from 11pm to 3am on every
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Why this 'charming' area of Worcestershire is an underrated corner of the UK
An area of Worcestershire has been named an underrated corner of the UK for short breaks in a new list by The Telegraph. Introducing the list, the newspaper said: “Despite our tendency to neglect them, fleeting weekend breaks within the UK can
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Worcestershire nurse receives regional award after saving NHS £1 million
A Worcestershire nurse has received a regional award after saving the NHS £1 million. Claire Hughes, the lead nurse for tissue viability at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, has received a Regional NHS Champion Award for managing a contract
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New dentist to open in Worcester city centre
A NEW dental practice is to open in the the centre of the city but is not as yet taking NHS patients. Reindeer Court Dental in 19 Reindeer Court in Worcester city centre is due to open on Saturday, June 22. At the moment it is a private practice
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Housebuilder announces 72 new sustainable homes in latest development
A series of eco-friendly homes are set to be built in a popular Worcester development. Housebuilder Redrow Midlands has announced the latest phase at Kensington Gate will introduce a new set of sustainable residences for commuters and families.
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Water company has donated nearly £1 million to Worcestershire organisations
Almost £1 million has been awarded to good causes across Worcestershire over the past four years by a Severn Trent. The funding is courtesy of the water company's community fund, which since its launch has supported community charities and initiatives
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Vamos Central to stage laughter-filled night at Swan Theatre
A Worcester-based drama group for people with mild to moderate learning disabilities, Vamos Central, revealed its upcoming show, 'Same World, Different Day', at the Swan Theatre. The performance aims to illuminate the 'One Planet' theme through
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5 dogs at Dogs Trust Evesham who need loving new homes
Dogs become our best friends and if you’re looking for a new companion, we might be able to help. Dogs Trust Evesham has lots of dogs available whether you’re looking for a new puppy to welcome into the family or you want to give an older dog a
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Here are the new restaurants that have opened in Worcester this year
IT has been an exciting time for Worcester's foodies with news restaurants opening up throughout the city and just beyond. This year has definitely seen some great additions to the food scene in the city with world cuisine taking a lead. Here
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Eco-friendly homes to be built on outskirts of Worcester
Eco-friendly homes will be built on the outskirts of Worcester as part of a housing development's next phase. The homes will be built at the Kensington Gate development in Bromyard Road by Redrow Midlands. The phase will be named the Royal
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Popular former carvery and play den to open soon after 'major' transformation
THE countdown to when a derelict pub known for its carvery and play den will open its doors again has started. The former Raven on Droitwich Road is undergoing a major transformation into a gastropub and the opening date has been finally teased
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Damage to a funeral home's door and drink driving - city magistrates court round up
HERE are some more notable cases heard in Worcester Magistrates Court over the past week. Each defendant had made a guilty plea at the court in Castle Street. Those heard on May 23, 2024: Tyler Bagnalli, from Hemmingway in Evesham, had
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Wychavon voters issued crucial reminder ahead of General Election
People are being encouraged to make sure they are ready for the General Election with some simple checks. Wychavon are reminding voters to allow time to register to vote, apply for postal or proxy votes, and verify possession of the appropriate
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Thousands of families eligible for £442 in free supermarket vouchers
Thousands of families in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are missing out on free food vouchers that could help with the cost-of-living crisis. Families have been warned they could be missing out on the Healthy Start scheme. Collectively
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Former University of Worcester student shatters European record
Former University of Worcester student Matthew Hudson-Smith has set a new European record. Hudson-Smith broke the European 400-metre record at the Diamond League Meeting in Oslo. He surged clear of the pack on the final bend before extending
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Over 6,000 people to be celebrated on 40th anniversary Volunteers Week
Express your gratitude to those who give their time and energy for free on the 40th anniversary of Volunteers Week. Worcestershire County Council are tipping their hats to the people making a difference in their communities, as this year’s weeklong