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The number of assaults on police officers last year has been revealed
Police officers in West Mercia are assaulted nearly twice each day according to new data. Figures from the Office for National Statistics show that 634 police officers were assaulted in West Mercia between March 31 2022 and March 31 2023.
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Huge cannabis farm had 'nearly a thousand' plants as two arrested
A CANNABIS farm with almost a thousand plants has been raided by police and two men arrested with man injured trying to escape. A drugs warrant executed in Tenbury Wells this morning, uncovering a cannabis farm of almost 1,000 plants with an estimated
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Get ready to party as Worcester Carnival returns
GET ready to party as Worcester Carnival will be returning to the city next month. The carnival will be returning to the city's streets on Saturday, July 6, with the carnival village being housed at Pitchcroft between 11am and 8pm. At the
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Millionaire Alfie Best hits out at villagers amid golf club sale
GYPSY millionaire Alfie Best has hit out at 'unsupportive' locals in a Herefordshire village after putting his golf club on the market. The millionaire, whose Wyldecrest Parks company owns Saltmarshe Castle Residential Park just outside of Bromyard
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Motorway lane closure sign lands driver in Worcester court
A DRIVER has ended up in court following an allegation he failed to comply with a motorway lane closure near Worcester. Andrew Mark Howell was accused of failing to comply with a red/green arrow lane closure signal on the M5 near Worcester when
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Dual carriageway 50mph speed camera near Worcester catches this driver
A SPEED camera on a dual carriageway near Worcester caught a driver going over 50mph, leading to a court fine. Alexandra Osgood was clocked driving at over 50 miles by hour on the A449 at Ombersley, near Worcester. The case was heard at Worcester
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Met Office warns of first heatwave in 2024
WORCESTERSHIRE may be hit by its first heatwave of the year next week, a little later than previous years. While this spell of warm weather may not be as intense as the heatwave in June 2023, which caused Worcester City Council to activate an emergency
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Shock and disappointment after stabbing outside Worcester pub
COMMUNITY leaders have spoken of their shock after a stabbing outside a Worcester pub as one councillor branded knife crime 'a blight' while the hunt continues for the suspect. A man was injured during the stabbing outside the Prince of Wales
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Register to vote deadline looms
The deadline for voter registrations ahead of July's General Election is tonight. Residents across Worcester have until 11.59pm this evening to join the electoral register ahead of July's election. Registration can be done online via www.gov.uk
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Watch moment police batter their way through door in Warndon
THIS is the moment officers battered their way through a door on a drugs warrant as part of a 'day of action' on a city estate. The video, shared by West Mercia Police, shows an officer with an enforcer - heavy duty metal battering ram - smashing
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Cadbury fans spot ‘unreal’ twist on popular chocolate bars at B&M
Two new "unreal" Cadbury chocolates have been released in B&M stores across the UK - both of which are twists on already fan favourites. The confectionery company is responsible for a range of popular chocolates including Boost, Crunchie, Creme
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RSPCA urges Brits to adopt pets instead of buying as centres hit 'breaking point'
The RSPCA is urging the public to consider adopting pets instead of buying them as its animal shelters reach “breaking point”. This comes as the number of animals in private boarding has soared, coasting the animal charity in the region of £500,000
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Hardwick and Hill's heroic half centuries lead Worcestershire Women's Rapids to win
Captain Hannah Hardwick and Imogen Hill led Worcestershire Women's Rapids to a T20 victory over Huntingdonshire. The pair's half-centuries saw the Rapids clinch victory in the ECB Women's County Championship T20 Group Two fixture away at Ramsey
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Watch 'catch me if you can' Worcester burglar jailed after helicopter arrest
CCTV footage shows a brazen burglar who boasted 'catch me if you can' breaking into a Worcester home - only for him to be caught with the help of a city detective from inside a police helicopter. Nathan Cruikshank has been jailed for two years
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War of epic mythology recounted in one-woman show
Check out a high-energy one-woman show telling the story of one of history's most legendary women. Beautiful Evil Things, coming to Swan Theatre in Worcester on Wednesday (June 19) at 7.30pm, offers a new perspective on the Trojan War through the
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Dengue fever: What is it and which precautions to take
THERE has been an outbreak of dengue fever across Europe linked to a highly-invasive species of the Asian tiger mosquito. It has spread to Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Hungary, Italy
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TV stand ups to perform at Huntingdon Hall in double bill
Two TV regulars will be bringing their stand-up to Worcester for an evening of laughs. Comedians Garrett Millerick and Steve Bugeja will both perform a set at Huntington Hall later today (Tuesday, June 18) at 7.30pm. Millerick, who is renowned
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Birmingham Airport issues guide for passengers travelling through the airport
Birmingham Airport has shared a handy guide for passengers who are travelling through the airport. Going to the airport can be an exciting time but some passengers can find the experience stressful so knowing a bit more about it could help ease
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Worcester school hosts UK's best up-and-coming fashion designers
A Worcester school has hosted a competition to crown the UK's best up-and-coming fashion designer. On Saturday, June 8, the Young Fashion Designer UK competition was at RGS Worcester, as 12 finalists from across the Midlands and the North showcased
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Tributes paid to woman who helped save Worcester City Football Club
AN “INSPIRATIONAL mum” and Worcester City hero has been honoured by her friends and family. Lynne Jones passed away on Monday, June 3 at St Richard's Hospice after a long battle with cancer. Despite most people with terminal pancreatic cancer
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Warndon church launches mental health initiative for women
A Warndon church is marking its 61st birthday by launching an initiative to support women with their mental health. St Wulstan’s Church, funded by a £10,000 National Lottery award, is planning to host weekly yoga therapy and support sessions.
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Expert gives advice to identify and tackle cataracts
A Worcester hospital has shared some tips to mark Cataract Awareness Month. SpaMedica, the largest NHS cataract surgery provider in the country, has over 50 centres spread across the UK, including on Bridgewater Road in Worcester. This June
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West Mercia chief constable discusses AI in policing at university talk
West Mercia's chief constable has visited the University of Worcester to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on policing. The talk, by temporary chief constable, Alex Murray, focused on evolving police approaches, the integration
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PCC reassures youths amid knife crime fears
The PCC has told young people that they have nothing to fear after a survey revealed that nearly half of the demographic is worried about knife crime. The survey was conducted by Survation for the BBC, with nearly 46 per cent of 2,000 youngsters
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Discover your spiritual side at mediumship event
Unleash your spiritual side at a mediumship evening. On Friday (June 21) at 7.30pm, Huntingdon Hall in Worcester will host psychic medium Nikki Kitt. Currently touring the UK, spiritualist Kitt aims to provide evidence of life after life through
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Archaeologists to take part in international football tournament
A GROUP of archaeologists will be digging deep this weekend but not for historical artifacts. Worcester Sorcerers are a seven-a-side football team set up by current and former workers at the Worcestershire Archive and Archaeology Service, which
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Classic Ibiza set list at Ragley Hall announced
The set has been revealed for Classic Ibiza's much-anticipated sold-out return. Concert organisers have unveiled the tracks that Urban Soul Orchestra (USO) will be performing at the event, which is at Ragley Hall in Alcester on Saturday, July 6
