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As it happened: England take on Spain in the EURO 2024 Final

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Heavy rain weather warning coming to Worcestershire tomorrow

A YELLOW weather warning for heavy rain comes into force for Worcestershire tomorrow. The warning, declared by the Met Office, comes into force from 8am tomorrow. RAIN: The heavy rainfall affects part of Worcestershire from 8am tomorrow (Monday

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Solar farms on council land could help reduce energy bills

SOLAR farms could be built on council land to help give residents access to cheaper energy bills. Worcestershire County Council is set to look at ways of helping to set up community energy companies in the county. These are community-owned

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Plan for new homes in Worcestershire village reaches major milestone

A plan for 40 new homes in Kempsey has taken a major step forward after the land was acquired by a local developer. Property developer Cotswold Oak Ltd has purchased the site, which is located off Brookend Lane and will comprise 40 market and affordable

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Pokémon Go Fest proves hit in Worcester park

A Pokémon pop-up event at a city park proved to be a a big hit as families searched for the mysterious and elusive creatures in a woodland walk. Organised by Bishbashbosh TCG, the event at Worcester Woods Country Park involved a series of routes

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Fun for young kids and big kids at one of Worcester's favourite fetes

CROWDS in their thousands flocked to one of the city's best loved summer fetes which proved a feast for the senses and chance to have fun for all the family from young kids to big kids. Warndon Villages Summer Fete today in Ankerage Green in Worcester

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Why does England’s Jude Bellingham wear ripped socks? Fans left confused

It’s been quite the Euros rollercoaster for England this tournament, from plenty of extra time to a penalty shoot-out. We were left on the edge of our seats on Wednesday (July 10), following Ollie Watkins’ last-minute goal in the semi-final against

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What we know so far about the Donald Trump assassination attempt

US presidential candidate Donald Trump was shot and injured at a campaign rally, which also saw a spectator and the gunman killed. Mr Trump was giving a speech to supporters in Butler, Pennsylvania when the incident occurred. He was seen ducking

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National tug-of-war competition hosted in Worcester

Large crowds gathered to watch a tug-of-war tournament hosted by Worcester Themmadi on Saturday (July 13). Teams from across the UK attended the tournament at Nunnery Wood Sports Complex. On Thursday (July 11), team manager Thomas Mathai Kondoor

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Car Show brings in crowds to Worcestershire village

Ombersley Car Show brought in large crowds to see the veteran, vintage and classic cars of yesteryear over the weekend. Featuring around 120 vehicles, the display on Saturday (July 13) showcased some of the most memorable and interesting from the

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This is what's happening at medieval festival in Worcester

VISITORS can step back in time end enter the world of the Middle Ages at a fun family festival in the heart of the city. MedievalFest takes place at Worcester Cathedral between Monday, August 12 and Saturday, August 17.  Free Activities run

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How high can a garden fence between neighbours be in the UK?

Garden fences are everywhere in the UK with homeowners using them as a way to mark property lines while providing privacy. However, a number of regulations exist across the UK to control how tall these can be, leaving many in the dark. If you've

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Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond officially end TV partnership

Top Gear trio Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond have officially ended their professional partnership. The three stars are known for presenting major TV host together such as BBC’s Top Gear and Prime Video’s The Grand Tour over the

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Swimming in the shadow of the plague

TODAY it might be Faliraki, Nikki Beach Ibiza or the Cote d’Azur, in the 1920s it was Grimley. Just north of Worcester is a stretch of the River Severn where the bank drops away and, when the tide is right, reveals a long, flat expanse of riverbed

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Terrifying moment woman came face-to-face with big cat in Worcestershire

THE founder of a big cats group has described the moment she came face-to-face with one of the large predators as she insists they are 'real' and living wild in Worcestershire. After reports of a black panther and a lynx stalking along the Worcestershire

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Microplastics concerns leads to rethink on artificial pitches

CONCERNS over microplastics found in astroturf have led to a rethink on the types of artificial sports pitches that will be installed in Worcester. The problem isn’t the artificial grass itself but the small rubber granules used as infill on 2G

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'Two main reasons why mural is not a good idea'

THE ‘Heroes of Gaza’ mural has understandably aroused strong feelings. Whatever one’s views regarding the Israel/Gaza War, there are two main reasons why the mural is not a good idea. Firstly, the mural does not give context or a true picture

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Road closures announced ahead of crossing installation

Road closures have been announced ahead of a toucan crossing installation on Bath Road. The toucan crossing will be developed near the junction of Norton Road, resulting in road closures starting this month. A portion of Bath Road will be closed

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Councillor fears delay in repairs could be 'ruinous' for historic bridge

A county councillor fears Worcester can say “goodbye” to Powick Old Bridge if repairs are delayed much longer. Malcolm Victory is worried work to fix the historic bridge, which suffered a partial collapse earlier this year, is taking too long.

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'No such thing as a seagull'

I READ with interest your article on seagulls and as a birdwatcher I want to remind you that there is no such thing as a seagull. There are herring gulls, black headed gulls and lesser black backed gulls. These are three of the most common

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What are Worcester's top-rated restaurants in 2024?

SOMETIMES, foodies can spend hours scrolling through social media to find the best restaurants to go to. Picking the right place can be crucial if you are responsible for choosing somewhere for a group of friends or your family and you don't want

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'I couldn't believe it!': Canal boat rental owner's joy after best in UK award

The owner of an eco-friendly boat hire company in Droitwich admitted she had "no idea" they had been recognised amongst the UK's best. Cafwin Cruises was recognised by The Telegraph in May as one of the country's best eco-friendly boat companies