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Worcester Balloon Festival organisers make important announcement

PLANS for hot air balloons to fill the air tonight have been scuppered by high winds. Worcester Balloon Festival organisers have announced that Friday’s ascent cannot go ahead. They are waiting for an update on Balloon Glow as the festival

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'Unmanned' car crashes into house in St John's

AN EYEWITNESS has described how they watched on as an 'unmanned' car rolled and crashed into three other vehicles before ending up in a house wall. A woman said a car rolled from Henwick Road, at the bullring, at around 3pm today (Friday, June

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Eco homes near Northwick Slip were built in the wrong place

ECO-homes at Northwick Marina were built eight metres away from where they should have been. New retrospective planning permission is now being sought for the two bungalows. The homes were built by the River Severn, near the Northwick Slip

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As it happened: Crash on M5 causes severe delays

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DWP warning to 230,000 pensioners who could be owed more than £12,000

Thousands of women have been told they could be due a refund from the government due to Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) errors that resulted in underpayments. It is estimated that around 230,000 people, mainly women, have been underpaid

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City boxer out of hospital as he shares anti knife message

A BOXER who suffered a collapsed lung after he was stabbed twice in the chest during an alleged attempted murder has recorded an anti-knife message. Jon DP Shaw had been discharged from Worcestershire Royal Hospital after he suffered two stab wounds

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Here's why you might see firefighters near the Malvern Hills

PEOPLE have been told not to be alarmed if they spot a large number of firefighters near the Malvern Hills. Fire crews from Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service will be carrying out training around Table Hill and Westminster Bank on Saturday

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'Flush toilet with lid down' warning weeks before legionella County Hall closure

SHOWERS and urinals were closed and people warned to flush the toilet 'with the lid down' nearly three weeks before County Hall was closed suddenly because of legionella bacteria. County Hall in Worcester was closed today (Friday) and staff told

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BBC confirm 'difficult' decision and pull out of Junior Eurovision Song Contest

The BBC has today (June 21) confirmed that they will no longer be taking part in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest. It comes as the broadcasting house, shared a statement describing the decision as "difficult" and thanking teams behind the event

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Why is the Times Radio bus in Worcester city centre?

AS THE countdown to polling day continues a distinctive blue and red bus has pulled into Worcester's Cornmarket. Reporters from Times Radio are speaking to residents and representatives - including Worcester News reporter Charlotte Albutt - about

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Green light for new bargain supermarket

Approval has been given for a new Aldi supermarket and a 124-space car park in Pershore town centre. Wychavon District Council approved the development at a Planning Committee meeting on Thursday, June 20, with buildings on King George's Way set

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Worcestershire County Council statement on County Hall closure after legionella found

COUNCIL bosses have released a statement confirming County Hall was closed after legionella, the bacteria that causes legionnaires' disease, was found in the water. As previously reported, County Hall, where Worcestershire County Council is based

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Millions of Netflix viewers warned of £1,000 TV Licence fine

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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Lidl planning to open 'hundreds' of new supermarkets as events announced

Lidl has issued a call to contractors as it looks to open hundreds of new supermarkets across the UK. The retailer is calling on contractors from across the country to sign up to a series of events aimed at forging new relationships and engaging

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'Mysterious' carnivorous sharks found lurking in the depths of British waters

Did you know that 'the world’s most mysterious shark' can be found in British waters? Greenland sharks are the second largest species of carnivorous shark after the great white. While they can be found in deep waters around the UK, humans rarely

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DWP pensions warning over scam compensation offers

Women affected by state pension increases have been warned to watch out for websites claiming they can help them access compensation. Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) campaigners warned of a “deeply concerning” spike in claim forms

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'Check your change': This is the 20p coin worth more than £50

A rare Royal Mint 20p coin has sold for more than £50 on eBay after inspiring a mini bidding war this week. The 20p piece is a rare “mule” coin dating from 2008, and fetched more than 250 times its face value at auction. The coin was minted

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Warning as major sun creams, including Asda, fail safety tests

Three popular brands of sunscreen products have failed an annual safety test conducted by consumer experts Which?. Asda Protect Moisturising Sun Lotion SPF30 High, Calypso Press & Protect Sun Lotion SPF30 and Bondi Sands SPF 50+ Fragrance Free

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Teenager revealed as part of gang named by police

A TEENAGER banned from wearing balaclavas has been exposed as a member of a 'gang of young males' causing trouble in Worcester. Oliver Spencer of Liverpool Road, Ronkswood, Worcester is banned from wearing balaclavas and other face coverings as

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What is legionnaires' disease and how do you catch it?

After we receive unconfirmed reports about the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease at County Hall, we ask 'what is it and how do you catch it?' Legionnaires' disease is a lung infection you can get from inhaling droplets of water from things

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Live update as A449 closes following crash

12:48pm The road has now reopened A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "We were called to a two-vehicle collision

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Live updates as County Hall closes suddenly

3:36pm Email sent to staff warning them to 'flush toilet with lid down' weeks before closure SHOWERS and urinals were

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As it happened: Drivers face long delays on the A449

2:28pm This live blog is now closed. 8:34am

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Euro football fevers sees youths use bowling green as football pitch

YOUTHS have been using a bowling green as a football pitch as the antics during UEFA Euro 2024 resulted in a visit from police.  PCSO Watson conducted an evening patrol in Malvern last night after a 'recent report of youths using a bowling green

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Mercedes driver's paperwork mishap ends in driving ban for 'repeat offending'

A MOTORIST has been banned from driving and given a large fine after failing to return essential paperwork to police after an alleged offence. Alan Nicholls failed to return paperwork after he was suspected of committing a driving offence in Worcester

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Woman claims she was ill for days due to Malvern Hills 'phantom pooer'

A WOMAN has claimed she was ill for days after her dog allegedly rolled in human poo as police hunt for a runner defecating in Malvern. She is one of many residents who have claimed to have seen a runner defecating near a footpath or spotted human

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Worcester teenager banned from wearing balaclava over bad behaviour

A 16-year old boy from Worcester has been banned from wearing a balaclava to curb his bad behaviour. Oliver Spencer, of Liverpool Road, Ronkswood, has been banned from wearing a balaclava as part of the terms of a two year criminal behaviour order

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PCA pushes for better ventilation to fight damp and mould

A national trade body has appealed for more action to protect Worcestershire homeowners from damp and mould. The Property Care Association (PCA) has voiced concerns about the effectiveness of ventilation systems in battling these common household

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Employment expert lauds changes to business regulations

A Worcester employment solicitor has said that new legislation will allow businesses to save time. Sally Morris, a partner and head of employment and HR services at mfg Solicitors, has said that new TUPE (Transfer of Undertaking (Protection of

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University of Worcester student named youngest ever Worcestershire poet laureate

A University of Worcester student, 22, has been selected as the youngest ever poet laureate for Worcestershire. Freddie Barker, studying film production and screenwriting at the university, will graduate this September and begin her year-long tenure

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Improv comedy group to bring one-of-a-kind show to Worcester

An improvisational comedy group with no two shows that are the same are coming to Worcester. Midlands-based Improv Wolves produce completely unique comedy sketches, with the content of the performance being entirely prompted by audience suggestions

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Chance to win a painting at this city exhibition

VISITORS can win one of two original paintings at a city exhibition. The two-week Breathless — Breathe More Exhibition of Poetry and Art was launched at Script Haven in Worcester High Street last Saturday and it runs until Sunday, June 30.

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Business awards winners for the two counties revealed

THE winners of the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards for 2024 have been revealed. Sponsored by Herefordshire Council and Worcestershire County Council, the presentation celebrated firms across the two counties

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Free drop-in session for information about new pump track

Residents have been invited to a free drop-in session about the installation of a pump track at Battenhall Park. Worcester City Council officers will attend to answer questions about the new recreation facility. Lloyd Griffiths, corporate director

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Award-winning country rock band coming to Worcester

A BBC award-winning country rock band are set to play in Worcester. The Westlands, a five-piece group from the West Midlands formed in 2022, are set to perform at The Marrs Bar. Last year they gained radio play across the globe, and were named

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Injury update given on pace bowling trio by Worcestershire head coach Alan Richardson

An injury update has been given by Worcestershire head coach Alan Richardson on pace bowlers Joe Leach, Ben Gibbon and Yadvinder Singh. Gibbon and Singh are out of action with back injuries, while Leach has hurt is knee. On Leach, Richardson

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Unsung community hero hailed in annual housing association awards

A housing association has celebrated the unsung heroes living in its communities. Platform Housing Group recognised these special individuals at its annual Community Heroes Awards, which was held on Wednesday (June 19). The group first launched

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Worcester teen's protest against school uniform rules sparks debate

A Worcester teenager wearing a skirt to protest his school's uniform rules has prompted a range of opinions on what young people are wearing to class. Nunnery Wood High School student, Nikita Tkachuk, 17, wore a skirt to class, clashing with his

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Drivers warned to find an alternative route as delays expected for city festival

DRIVERS have been told there will be delays this weekend as hundreds of people are expected to descend on Worcester Racecourse.  Worcester Balloon Festival is back and, along with the array of multicoloured balloons, visitors are also told to expect

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Droitwich Spa Cricket Club to celebrate 100th birthday with special match

Droitwich Spa Cricket Club will mark its 100th birthday with a very special match. The club's president Simon Holliday and chairman Martyn Davies will each lead a team at the club's St Peter's Fields ground on Sunday (June 23). The game will

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Back of the net! How Euros 2024 is helping boost city pubs

PUBS and bars across Worcester are 'grateful' for the business brought in by England during Euro 2024. And they are hoping for a bumper evening when England play Denmark tonight. The Three Lions 1-0 victory against Serbia on Sunday night was