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Hundreds of homes in Worcester without power

HUNDREDS of homes and businesses are without power in an area of Worcester. Properties in the WR3 area - which includes Northwick and Barbourne - are without electricity. National Grid said 464 homes and businesses are without power because

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Reason for large police presence on Lidl car park

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon after an incident in a supermarket car park.  Police were called to a public disorder incident in Lidl, Ronkswood, at around 7.30pm on Monday, June 24. Eyewitnesses said

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'Unauthorised' road restrictions at Monster Truck Mayhem to blame for traffic chaos

UNAUTHORISED road restrictions enforced by Monster Truck Mayhem were partly to blame for traffic chaos, said county council. Many of the hundreds of people who attended Monster Truck Mayhem on Worcester's Pitchcroft on Sunday (June 23) had complained

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Man fined for failing to comply with community order

A MALVERN man has been fined for failing to comply with a community order. Stephen Willems, who gave a care of address of Lansdowne Row, Madresfield, did not comply with the probation requirements of the order made on October 5 last year. Willems

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Last chance to get tickets for world-wide comedians Worcestershire show

IT is the last chance to get tickets to see a renowned UK comedian who will be visiting Worcestershire. Jimmy Carr will be visiting Malvern Theatres tomorrow (Wednesday) as part of his Laughs Funny tour. The award-winning comedian, writer,

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As it happened: reports of crash on M5 near Worcester

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Video shows moment smoke starts pouring out of Monster Truck

FOOTAGE taken from a city event shows the moment smoke started pouring from a monster truck. Hundreds of people attended Monster Truck Mayhem on Worcester's Pitchcroft on Sunday (June 23) to watch a number of trucks do stunts and have a ride.

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BMW keys taken from home in Worcestershire town

CAR keys have been taken from a home in Droitwich. Police are appealing for witnesses after car keys for a BMW were stolen from a home on Hanbury Road. The unknown offenders had gained entry into the property between 2am and 2.30am this morning

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Labour candidate drops out of private school's election hustings at the last minute

Labour’s Tom Collins has blamed a meeting he “couldn’t get out of” after pulling out of an election hustings at the last minute. The candidate, who is one of seven hoping to be named Worcester MP in next week’s general election, was due to take

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The best pubs in Worcester to watch Euro 2024 as chosen by you

WHEN the international tournaments roll around in the summer, there's often no better place in Worcester to watch than in a pub. Worcester is home to many venues showing the tournaments, from laid back traditional pubs to the vibrant sports bars

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Worcester cannabis farm stumbled upon by fire service

A CANNABIS farm was discovered by firefighters after they were called to an incident at a home on a picturesque estate. Residents woke up to the sound of loud banging on Monday as police dealt with a cannabis grow at a house in Deane Drive in Whittington

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Full list of who can claim Pension Credit and what it entitles you to

The government offers a range of support towards pensioners, with recent measures made to help cover the cost of energy bills. Many are already aware of the support systems available including the Winter Fuel Payments and the Cost of Living Payments

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New coaches for the return of Saturday football at Perrywood AFC

AFTER exile from Saturday league football for several years, Perrywood AFC are back. The club are set to play on Saturdays once again in the West Midlands Regional League Division One. This places them in the 11th tier of English football, seven

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Ingenious rescue of injured peregrine falcon - thanks to a little bit of ribeye steak

AN INJURED peregrine falcon who flew into the walls of a cottage was coaxed into a box using a slice of steak. Deb and Ian White needed to tempt the protected bird into the cardboard box so they could make sure it got the care it needed. The

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Driver flees crash 'without even thinking if other person was safe and well'

The driver of a vehicle fled the scene of a car crash 'without thinking if other person was safe and well'. The crash happened in Hanley Castle on Tuesday, June 18.  Two cars were involved in a car crash in which one driver fled without checking

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Can my neighbour stop my extension? What to do if they raise an objection

We all want to be good neighbours but sometimes some situations can spark tension or even lead to disputes. From privacy and noise to boundaries and home improvements and extensions, even the neighbours with the best intentions can have disagreements

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Users left 'truly hurt' after Google app shuts down for good in the UK

Google, on Monday (June 24), shut down its podcast app in the UK. The tech giant announced in September last year that it would be discontinuing the Google Podcasts app - which was first launched in 2018 - in favour of YouTube Music. At the

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Care home to install solar panels on roof

A care home in Brickfields Road has been given permission to install solar panels on its roof. The seven-bed unit near the junction with Astwood Road is run by Aspirations Care Ltd. The provider was recently given permission to knock down its

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Firefighters perform daring water rescue to save lamb near Worcester

A LAMB has been rescued from water by firefighters near Worcester.  The fire crew had to commandeer a private vessel as they were unable to launch their own boat to perform the rescue.  Firefighters took just under two hours to rescue the animal

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EDF and Utilita named as the worst energy companies for customer service

EDF and Utilita have been named the worst energy suppliers for customer service by Citizens Advice. The consumer charity’s quarterly ranking said customer service ratings across the industry were among the lowest ever. It reported that record

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First-time buyers can expect to pay £400 more per month for mortgage than in 2019

Analysis suggests that those wanting to get onto the property ladder can expect to pay around £400 more per month for their mortgage than five years ago. Property website Rightmove has done some calculations which suggest the average first-time

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10 ways you can make your travel insurance void without realising

If you’re looking to catch some summer sun, you might be organising everything you need before you jet off on holiday. Key essentials for those travelling abroad are passports and travel insurance but there are some things that can make your insurance

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What should I do if my neighbour's home security alarm keeps going off?

Noise from neighbours is just part and parcel of living in a residential area with most residents quickly becoming accustomed to this. However, there are some grating sounds that pierce through the day-to-day ambience of a street. This is often

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What is the legal height of a garden hedge between neighbours in the UK?

Unkept hedges can be a nuisance for many living in residential areas with particularly bad ones blocking pavements and sunlight. With this, many will be wondering what the law around hedge heights is and if the ones in their area are up to code

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New 'ultra speed camera' that doesn't flash can see inside driver's vehicles

Over 100 new ultra speed cameras are being trialled on roads in the UK.  There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK 's road network, and in 2022 they resulted in the prosecution of 245,043 people – the highest figure since records began. 

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How much is a speeding ticket in the UK and how many points will I get?

Drivers who are caught speeding in the UK will have to pay a minimum of £100, though fines increase to up to £2,500. The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three points on your driving licence. But how you are dealt with after

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What is a Met Office heat health alert?

Heat-health alerts are issued by the Met Office and UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) when the country is expecting high or low temperatures that could have an impact on health. Dr Agostinho Sousa, head of extreme events and health protection

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Vehicle left on its side after car crash

A VEHICLE was left on its side following a car crash in a village near Worcester.  The crash happened in Crowle Green on Saturday, June 22.  A 4x4 was left on its side and was blocking the road in both directions. A Hereford and Worcester

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Tesco making major change to meal deals with addition of more than 20 new products

Tesco is making a major change to its meal deals with the addition of more than 20 new products to the range. From Walkers Crisps and Pepsi Max to BLT sandwiches and protein yoghurts, Tesco meals deals already have something to suit everyone's

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DVLA £1,000 fine warning to anyone who passed their test before 2015

Drivers are being warned they could be breaking the law if they passed their driving test before 2015 and haven’t made a crucial check. Motorists are being warned to make sure their driving licences have not expired. Photocards must be renewed

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Autistic boy who wants to join police given birthday surprise by officers

AN AUTISTIC boy who dreams of joining the police was given a birthday surprise when officers formed a guard of honour before being driving him to school. Father Chris Mobeli said around a dozen police officers lined up in Back Lane South, Worcester

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Pupils at Worcester school get water safety lessons from HWFRS

Pupils at a Worcester school were recently taught how to stay safe near rivers, lakes, and canals. The initiative by Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) and RLSS Hereford & Worcester Branch comes following the National Drowning

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Historic cottage on unique private island available for £300,000

A Grade II-listed cottage on a unique island in the middle of the River Severn has hit the market for £300,000. Nestled in Worcester, the former canal worker's cottage on Diglis Dock Road on Diglis Island is up for sale by Nicol & Co. Dan Westwood

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Worcestershire site manager bags award for third time

A Worcestershire site manager has won an award for the construction of quality homes. Dan Mills, a senior site manager at a Persimmon housing development in Pershore, has had his commitment to quality recognised by the National House Building Council

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Care home welcomes families and community for summer fete

A Worcester care home welcomed the families of residents and members of the community for its summer fete earlier this month. The Belmont Care Home opened its doors to the community on June 8 for the annual event. The care home said it was

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Fundraising concert to celebrate life of popular musician

A fundraising live music event will take place in Worcester in memory of a beloved musician. The Firefly on Lowesmoor in Worcester will open its doors on Saturday, September 7 for a charity concert, "Angel of Rage," dedicated to the memory of Worcestershire

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Anger over dog poo endemic in Fort Royal Park

DOG owners' failure to pick up their pets' mess has sparked anger among users of one of the city's historic parks. Over the past year, people who regularly use Fort Royal Park have been upset by the amount of dog muck left on paths and in grass

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Group to walk to Stratford theatre for Shakespeare-themed fundraiser

A charity event which will see a group walk from a Worcester hospice to a theatre in Stratford Upon Avon is set to take place later this month. 'Shakespeare in Boots' is the brainchild of former actor and now casting agent Tarquin Shaw-Young, and

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New Children's mental health initiative launched in Malvern

A new support service for children's mental health has been launched in Malvern. The initiative, named Time to Play, was developed by Malvern-based play and creative arts therapist, Emma Hoyle, in response to growing mental health concerns among

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UK housing market proves resilient with April property deals surge

The most recent housing data from the Land Registry and HMRC reveals a resilient market, even amidst rising interest rates. Residential property transactions in April saw 79,590 homes sell, a 17.3 per cent uptick on April 2023's figures. Although

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Concern over 'gentrification in reverse' as plans given green light

A councillor has described the growth of student housing in St John’s as “gentrification in reverse”. Cllr Richard Udall said there is “significant concern” among residents at the growth of student accommodation and HMOs in the area. He was