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City boxer stabbed twice in alleged 'attempted murder' knife attack
A BOXER has been stabbed twice in the chest during an alleged bloody knife attack as two men appear in court charged with attempted murder. Jon DP Shaw suffered 'life-threatening' stab wound injuries to his chest during an alleged knife attack
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Even more homes approved at huge development which will extend city
Approval has been given to another phase of a huge scheme to build thousands of homes on the edge of the city. Malvern Hills District Council has given Bloor Homes permission to build 72 homes on land off Martley Road. This is in addition to
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Care home at former Harvester gets huge loan after demolition work
A CONTROVERSIAL plan to build a care home at a former pub and play den is a step nearer after a £12 million loan was agreed. The project to build a 76 bed care home at the former Harvester in Droitwich Road in Worcester has received a £12.4 million
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Big changes to the way bins are collected in Worcester on this date
NEW bin collection changes mean the same type of rubbish will be collected in the same week no matter where you live in Worcester as a new date for the switch is revealed. Changes being brought in mean the same type of rubbish (domestic or recycling
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Scores of drivers caught committing offences on notorious Worcestershire road
SPEEDING, illegal registration plates and drink driving were just some of the offences police found on a notorious Worcestershire road. Officers from West Mercia were out on the A44, Fish Hill, between Evesham and Broadway, over the weekend with
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These are the foods you should avoid that are bad for your cholesterol
If you have high cholesterol or you're just conscious of your diet, these are the foods you should avoid. We might need Cholesterol for our bodies to function properly but having too much of the fatty substance can cause a build-up in our blood
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Is motor neurone disease hereditary? Possible factors that could cause it
Motor neurone disease (MND) affects the brain and nerves of a person which causes weakness that gets worse over time. There is currently no cure for MND but people can live with it for many years. Although there are treatments to help reduce
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Child Benefit payments delayed as thousands of claimants left without money
Thousands of Child Benefit claimants have been left without payments this morning, HMRC has confirmed. The issues are a result of a problem with the system that sends the cash directly into claimants’ bank accounts. The benefit, claimed by
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Fancy some free crisps? Aldi has the dream job for you - here's how to apply
Fancy some free crisps? Well does Aldi have the dream job for you? The supermarket giant is on the hunt for its first ever 'crisp taster' - a role which will involve sampling a selection of Aldi’s most popular crisps from the comfort of your own
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M5 to close overnight this month on these dates
Drivers in and around Worcester will have two National Highways road closures to watch out for this week. However, both of them are only expected to cause slight delays of under 10 minutes. The latest expected works list, with notes from National
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Man arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after fatal crash
Police have launched an appeal for witnesses following a fatal collision involving a van and a motorbike on the A456 Bewdley Bypass. West Mercia Police said they were called at around 5.45pm yesterday (Sunday, June 2) after a white Mercedes Vito
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Warnings after a increase in this type of crime in Worcestershire town
WARNINGS have been given to residents after there has been a rise in thefts from vehicles. Pershore SNT has issued the warning and told residents to remain vigilant due to the rise in thefts in the area. PC Amy Hunt said, "Over the last couple
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Wild bird trapped behind car glovebox
A WILD bird who was trapped behind a car glovebox in Fernhill Heath was rescued by a fire crew. The crew from Worcester Fire Station was called at 5.54pm on Saturday, June 1 to rescue the small bird from Perrycroft Close. Using small tools
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Twenty days of roadworks in village near Worcester
THERE will be 20 days of roadworks to create a new crossing in a village near Worcester. The A38 through Kempsey will get a puffin crossing installed over the next 20 days. The road works will include kerb replacements, footway widening, laying
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Two Worcester men charged with attempted murder
Two men from Worcester have been charged with attempted murder. Daniel Smith, 36, of Cranham Drive in Worcester was charged on Saturday (1 June) with attempted murder, criminal damage to property valued under £5000 and possession of a knife blade
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Millions of Netflix viewers issued £1,000 TV Licence fine warning
Brits watching Netflix without a TV licence have been warned they could face fines of £1,000. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. But if you
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Why you should never cook bacon in an air fryer as expert urges for 'caution'
It's bad news if you like cooking your bacon in the air fryer as one expert has urged people to 'exercise caution'. Whether it's part of an English breakfast or a crisp BLT, bacon is beloved by Brits up and down the country. In fact, the only
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Elderly person stuck in mud in woodland
AN elderly person managed to get stuck in the mud in woodland near Worcester. The person was found stuck in the mud in woodland in Crowle, with a fire crew being called at 4.47pm on Sunday afternoon (June 2). The surface was considered unstable
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DVLA £1,000 fine warning to all drivers over 70
Motorists over the age of 70 have been warned that they could face fines of £1,000 or see their driving licence lapse if they do not take action. The Driving and Vehicle Licensing Agency has advised older drivers of the different rules they face
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Charity celebrating National Volunteers’ Week
AS we approach National Volunteers’ Week, this is an ideal opportunity to give a huge shout-out to the 316 volunteers at Age UK Worcester, Malvern Hills and Hereford Localities and to all who give up their time to make a difference in their communities
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Motorhome stolen from driveway in Worcestershire village
A MOTORHOME has been stolen from a driveway in a Worcestershire village. The vehicle was parked on a driveway on Stock Road in Wychbold when the theft happened. It is white with grey and red stripes on the sides and has Burnser written down
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Three shops had windows smashed during overnight break in spree
Three shops had their windows smashed during an overnight break-in spree in Pershore. Residents are being urged to remain vigilant after three shops were broken into by their windows being smashed. Police are asking shop owners and neighbours
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Popular splash pad out of action again
WORCESTER'S popular splash pad is out of action again today. Worcester City Council said the splash pad in Gheluvelt Park is out of action today (Monday, June 3). The news will disappoint youngsters and families wishing to make the most of
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Have you found rats in your house or garden? What to do if you see rodents
Have you spotted a rat in your home or garden? The unwanted pests can cause problems and if you’re wondering what to do and who to call to help you remove them, look no further. Rats carry lots of diseases and they can leave a mess behind so you
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CCTV image released after 'many' bottles of alcohol stolen from supermarket
POLICE would like to speak to this man after a robbery at Droitwich Waitrose. The robbery at the supermarket on Saltway took place on Sunday, May 5 with a man suspected of stealing many bottles of alcohol. Officers now want to speak to the
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Universal Credit £470 increase for many claimants this month
Thousands of Universal Credit claimants are set to see their payments increase this month. Millions of benefit recipients, including a number on Universal Credit, saw their payments increase by 6.7 per cent in April. The increase was announced
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Radio station dedicated to Taylor Swift launches across the UK - how to listen
Capital has launched a 24/7 pop up radio station dedicated to Taylor Swift ahead of the UK leg of her Eras Tour. Swift's first performance as part of her Eras Tour in the UK will be in Edinburgh on Friday (June 7), before she heads to locations
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What is motor neurone disease? Everything you need to know
Motor neurone disease is a well-known but uncommon condition that affects the brain and nerves. A number of famous people have been diagnosed with this such as the late Rugby League legend Rob Burrow and Scottish Rugby Union player Doddie Weir.
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A major change to banknotes is being introduced this week
Brits have been told to keep an eye out for a major change to the banknotes they receive from this week. Notes carrying the portrait of King Charles III will be issued for the first time on June 5, the Bank of England confirmed. The portrait
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Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer agree to televised BBC general election debate
Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer will go head-to-head in a BBC General Election debate, the corporation has announced. The debate between the Prime Minister and the Labour leader will be hosted by BBC newsreader Sophie Raworth and take place in
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Britain's Got Talent winner revealed after ‘spellbinding’ final performance
Sydnie Christmas has been named the winner of Britain's Got Talent 2024, seeing her awarded the £250,000 cash prize and a spot at the Royal Variety Show. This comes after five semi-finals were held this week with 11 finalists making it to the last
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Cher Lloyd fans ecstatic over singers' long-awaited stage return
FANS of Worcestershire star Cher Lloyd were elated over the weekend as she made her long-awaited return to the stage. The 'Swagger Jagger' star took to the stage of Mighty Hoopla, dubbed 'Britain's best pop festival', in London on Saturday.
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Then and Now: A popular route just north of city centre
THEN: Barbourne Road, Worcester, pictured in 1989 below heading towards Gheluvelt Park with the Somers Road turn on the left. The road, which connects the city centre in the opposite direction, took its name from Barbourne Brook. NOW:
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Motorcyclist dies in crash on Worcestershire road
A man has died following a crash between a motorbike and a van in Bewdley. West Midlands Ambulance Service said they were called to the A456, near to the junction with Heightington Road in Ribbesford, at 5.36pm yesterday (Sunday, June 2).
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Former England rugby league player Rob Burrow dies aged 41 after battle with MND
Former England rugby league player Rob Burrow has died at the age of 41 after a lengthy battle with motor neurone disease. Burrow spent his entire rugby league career with Leeds Rhinos and helped them win eight Super League titles. He retired
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This is why bees were 'dying' in the city centre this weekend
MEMBERS of an environmental campaign group have performed street theatre in Worcester City Centre. Local activists from Extinction Rebellion took to the streets dressed as Bees to raise awareness of the effects of dangerous pesticides on Saturday
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How a phone call to police led to man receiving a suspended sentence
A MAN has been given a suspended sentence for contacting police and using offensive language. Dean Spencer, of Hollybush Lane, Clifton-on-Teme, breached a criminal behaviour order (CBO) by making the call on Tuesday, February 13. The 35-year-old
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Fewer than a third of trains arrive on time at multi-million pound station
FEWER than a third of trains arrive on time at a multi-million pound railway station near Worcester. Shocking figures show only 31 per cent of trains have arrived at Worcestershire Parkway on time over the past six months, while nine per cent have
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Warndon's fly-tipping epidemic as suspected asbestos left 'for weeks'
A WORRIED councillor says a city estate is being plagued by an 'epidemic of fly-tipping' including suspected 'hazardous asbestos' left near where children play. Cllr Jill Desayrah has shared photos of fly-tipping across Warndon including a pile