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Fashion designer's flagship idea uses recycled sails
A FASHION design student born in Worcester has been showcasing her unique work created using flags and sails. Alexandra Willcock, 22, from the St Stephens area of Worcester, recently displayed her collection at the University of Gloucester’s annual
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Dad whose son died suddenly sets up group to help other grieving fathers
A MAN has started a Facebook group to help grieving fathers after being unable to find the right support for himself. Sean Dunn, from Warndon, has set up a Facebook group called Harlow's Army after losing his 18-month-old son Harlow in May last
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New escape room set to open in Worcestershire town
A NEW escape room experience will open in Kidderminster town centre later this month to welcome puzzle-loving customers. Kidderminster Escape Rooms is expected to open its doors at the former Teach Me Music Academy site on Worcester Street, on
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Cheers! Belgian beer bash coming to Worcestershire
A Worcestershire historic house has joined forces with a popular bar for a brand-new event. Hartlebury Castle has teamed up with Worcester Belgian beer bar, TripleB, to create the Belgium Beer Bash. The event is set to be held on Saturday
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Experience the roar of mighty trucks at Worcestershire festival
TRUCK enthusiasts are counting down the days until the return of a popular festival next month. Truckfest West Midlands will be held against the stunning backdrop of the Malvern Hills at the Three Counties Showground on Saturday, July 6 and Sunday
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Police warn residents of potential burglaries in Worcester
POLICE have warned residents in an area of Worcester to be vigilant after a house was burgled. West Mercia Police issued the warning in St Peters, where in the past two weeks there was a burglary and a suspected attempted burglary in the area.
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Plan to build new home next to ex-council house in Dines Green
Plans to build a two-storey house next to an ex-council house in Dines Green have been revealed. Proposals have been put forward to clear the “unkept” hedges, trees and old sheds from the side of 22 Burleigh Road to make way for a new two-bedroom
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I tried Aldi's latest Rosé wines and there's one you need to try this summer
The days are longer, the weather is (slightly) warmer and summer heat is just a few short weeks away (fingers crossed). As we near the hotter days, that can only mean one thing, spending more time outdoors with the people we love. That can
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Exciting event will let people dig into history at Worcestershire tourist attraction
An exciting project to unearth the hidden secrets of one of Wychavon’s major tourist attractions takes place next month and residents can get involved. Wychavon has joined forces with Dig Hartlebury to carry out an excavation at Hartlebury Castle
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City vet crowned the best in Worcestershire at glistening award ceremony
A CITY-based vet has been crowed the best in Worcestershire. Vets4Pets on Blackpole Road has been named the best in the county after scooping the accolade at the BestUKVets Awards. The team won the award Best Vet in Worcestershire award and
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Hardworking staff celebrated for dedicating years to town's hospital
HARDWORKING colleagues who had put in a collective 135 years of service at a Worcestershire hospital were celebrated during a special event. Droitwich Spa Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, held a long service awards ceremony this week celebrating
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EasyJet passenger reveals his ingenious hack to dodge extra baggage charges
A holidaymaker has revealed his ingenious hack which helped him dodge EasyJet’s “ridiculous” excess baggage fines. Dylan Springer says he was boarding his flight home from Kos, Greece, on April 12 when he noticed passengers being slapped with £48
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'Overlooked' dogs given a chance at finding a family at heart warming event
"OVERLOOKED" dogs in desperate need of someone to give them a chance had the opportunity to meet prospective families. A Meet the Dogs event held by High Hopes Dog Rescue allowed families to meet its dogs in person to help them find a forever home
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Can a neighbour refuse access for maintenance or repairs? What are your rights
Neighbours, boundaries and access to property can be tricky subjects when it comes to what can and can't be done. Whether it's knowing how close to your neighbour's boundary you can build, whether your neighbour is able to stop you putting up a
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Residents without electricity after Worcestershire power cut
SOME residents have been left without electricity after a power cut in Worcestershire. National Grid has confirmed that over a dozen properties in WR6 are without power. The affected postcodes are WR6 5DE, WR6 5DF, WR6 5QQ. The team has
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Supermarket refurbishment a 'huge hit' after it installs new features
A SUPERMARKET'S refurbishment has been labelled a "huge hit" after a busy reopening. Waitrose finally unveiled the new refurbishment of its Droitwich branch on Saltway last week with various activities and community preformances. The store
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Two fighting for life after 'serious' crash that closed M5 for several hours
TWO people are fighting for life in hospital after a crash which closed the M5 for several hours. The M5 was closed in both directions after a crash involving a lorry and a car on junction 7 (Worcester) northbound. West Mercia Police have confirmed
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McDonalds to close Worcestershire restaurant for over a month
A FAST food chain has temporarily closed one of its Worcestershire restaurants. Wychbold Mcdonalds on Worcester Road will now be closed until next month as it undergoes a refurbishment. Customers will still be able to buy food through the business's
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Major supermarkets issue 'do not eat' warnings including Tesco, Morrisons & Aldi
Morrisons, Tesco and Aldi are among the UK supermarkets with 'do not eat' warnings in place on some of their products. Food recalls have been issued at the leading supermarkets for a variety of reasons, including the risk of exploding cans, and
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'Check your change': The Royal Mint's 10 rarest 50p coins revealed
Brits have been told to check their change, as they could be sitting on a fortune they didn’t even know about. The Royal Mint has revealed its top ten rarest 50 pence coins currently in circulation. Since moving to pounds and pence in 1971,
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Can I be fined for not recycling? Legalities around recycling bins to consider
There are rules around what can and can't be recycled in the UK, but can you be fined if you don't put the right items in the correct bin? From general and garden waste bins to recycling and food bins, it can sometimes be hard to keep track of
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UK passport named one of the worst in Europe for value for money
UK passports have been ranked as one of the worst in Europe when it comes to value for money. Our passports have gone head-to-head with other countries, and following a 7 per cent price increase in April it has lost value for money, new research
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Worcester City retains title winning skipper for 2024/25
Worcester City have announced their skipper will remain at Claines Lane ahead of the 2024/25 campaign. Adam Mace, who skippered the club to Hellenic League Premier Division victory and promotion to the Northern Premier League Midlands Division
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Firm to build new security gatehouse at Warndon factory
One of Worcester’s biggest employers will be building a new security gatehouse at its factory in Warndon. Worcester Bosch employs about 1,300 people at its 5.1 hectare site off Ebrington Drive. City council planning officers had no issues with
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Modern-day Miss Worcestershire 'having to learn to walk in heels' before UK finals
THIS year's Miss Worcestershire has joked about needing to teach herself how to walk in heels before the UK finals. Elinor Edwards, a part-time stand-up comedian from Upton, considered applying for the role after thinking it would be a "funny
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'Terrible' Blackpole Starbucks plan: 'I will fight it all the way'
CONTROVERSIAL plans for a drive-thru coffee shop at a city retail park are due to come before planners this month as a councillor vows to fight the scheme all the way. The 'resurrected' plans for the Starbucks drive thru in Elgar Retail Park in
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Back on the big screen: Vue to screen iconic films from 1999
Worcester film fans will be able to take a nostalgic trip back to 1999 as some classics return to cinema screens. Vue will screen seven memorable films from the final year of the 20th century from genres including sci-fi, comedy, and animation.
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Top boiler producer hosts educational event for Worcester students
Britain's leading boiler manufacturer has been working to develop young people's confidence by hosting an education event. Worcester Bosch recently organised the West Midlands FIRST Lego League Explore Festival at its headquarters in Worcester.
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Historic bandstand going into disrepair to be returned to former glory
A HISTORIC bandstand that has fallen into disrepair will be finally refurbished. The grade II-listed bandstand and timber bridge in Gheluvelt Park has been a staple in the park since 1923 but over recent years it has gradually fallen into disrepair
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Seven top pubs and bars to watch the Euros in Worcester and beyond
THE EUROS have kicked off and there are plenty of great pubs in and around Worcester which will be showing the games. Euro 2024 starts yesterday (June 14) with the first game being host nation Germany versus Scotland. Fans from across Europe
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Midlands comedy coach to lead improve workshop in Droitwich
Get stuck into a day of improv comedy in Droitwich. The 'Whose Brine Is It Anyway?' workshop is coming to the Old Library Centre on Saturday, June 22. The session will be led by Jon Trevor, a Birmingham-based improv comedian and professional
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Free creative workshops set to return to Worcester
A series of free creative workshops are coming up in Worcester. Artists Clubhouse is set to launch more free creative workshops across the city after receiving funding from the National Lottery Community Fund. These workshops, based on the
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Droitwich Spa Hospital staff celebrate 135 years of service in awards ceremony
Droitwich Spa Hospital has celebrated a collective 135 years of service with an awards ceremony. The event recognised the contributions of staff across several roles, including administrators, theatre practitioners, ward nurses, housekeepers and
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Midwife promoting antenatal exercise in Worcester
A COUNTY midwife wants to promote antenatal exercise for pregnant women in Worcester. Rosie Bligh, also a personal trainer, runs Glowing Mamma with classes running across Worcestershire. Its instructors lead specialist midwife-led fitness classes
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We visit idyllic countryside pub near Worcester which is true to its roots
THIS beautiful countryside inn perched majestically upon an ancient riverbank has remained true to its roots (and they go deep) so it is no surprise this riverside rose shows no signs of wilting. It's tempting to wax lyrical about The Talbot at
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New entertainment venue plans for city centre among latest planning applications
The latest planning applications submitted to Worcester City Council include plans for an escape room and for solar panels at a city car park. A proposal has been put forward to open an escape room venue in a former restaurant in Cathedral Square
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Two all-male choirs unite to stir Holy Trinity Church
Two male voice choirs partnered up to raise the roof at a special joint concert. On Saturday, June 8, the Malvern Male Voice Choir and Swindon Male Voice Choir, joining together for a 65-man strong performance, delivered a diverse repertoire of
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Two Worcester bosses nominated for Director of the Year Awards
Two Worcester business leaders have been shortlisted for the 'Director of the Year Award'. The Institute of Directors has announced Mark Smith, of the Royal Life Saving Society and Michael Doolin of Clover HR as finalists for its awards. The
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Gheluvelt Park to honour delayed D-Day landing of Worcestershire regiment
The Worcestershire regiment's delayed landing in Normandy over a fortnight after D-Day will be commemorated in Gheluvelt Park. A commemoration service will be held at the Worcestershire Regimental Stone in Worcester on Saturday, June 22, marking
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4,500 young riders learn cycling safety for Bike Week
Young people across Worcestershire have been learning how to cycle safely during Bike Week. Worcestershire County Council's Bikeability programme educates 4,500 children from year four upwards each year, with training delivered by the council's
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Worcestershire social care trio triumph at national awards
A Worcestershire social care provider has struck gold with a trifecta of victories at a national social care event. Endurance Care Worcestershire, which is part of the National Care Group, is celebrating the success of three of its colleagues,
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This is how much council's driveway motorhome court battle cost taxpayers
A CONTROVERSIAL court battle to get a 'gobsmacked' dad to move his 'dilapidated' campervan off his own driveway has cost taxpayers more than £1,200, we can reveal. Mike Perkins was able to return his beloved 'Bunty' back on his driveway in Cranham
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City museums provide boost to hotels
Worcester’s museums have provided a boost to hotels in and the city, a council committee has heard. The Joint Museums Committee, which is made up of members of both Worcester City Council and Worcestershire County Council, was given an update on
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Pub with best views of Worcester Balloon Festival
A RIVERSIDE roof terrace at a popular pub is expected to offer some of the best views of a spectacular balloon festival as hot air balloons fill city skies. The Worcester Balloon Festival is due to take place on Friday, June 21 and Saturday, June
