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House extension plans approved by council
PLANS to build a two-storey extension on the side of a house in Kingsbury Road, Worcester, have been approved by the city council. The scheme also includes the construction of a single-storey extension at the back of the house. The house extensions
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Concerns on speeding and car cruising leads to over night patrols
CONCERNS on speeding and car cruising around Droitwich and Worcester has led to overnight patrols. Police officers have been conducting high-visibility patrols in a bid to tackle speeding and car cruising. A spokesperson for Droitwich SNT said
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Application submitted to change office into mixed use property
The owner of a city centre office is seeking prior approval to turn it into a mixed use property. The application, which was submitted to Worcester City Council on Tuesday, July 2, will determine whether planning approval is required to convert
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Drivers who've sold car for over £250 could receive £1,000 fine from DVLA
Drivers have been issued an urgent warning over £1,000 DVLA fines for mistakes when selling their cars to be scrapped. Motorists were paid an average of £250 when selling their cars for scrap in May but road users have been urged to ensure they
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Police appeal after vehicle stolen from car park
Police have launched an appeal after a vehicle was stolen from a car park in Stourport. Stourport SNT said the white BMW was taken from a communal car park off Yarranton Close. The incident happened between 4am and 5am on Thursday, July
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Busy main road set to be closed for over a month
A busy main road in Kidderminster is set to be closed for over a month. According to the Worcestershire County Council website, the A450 Worcester Road will be closed next week from its junction with the A449 Worcester Road. The closure is
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Racing gets under way at Worcester Dragon Boat Race
WORCESTER'S dragon boats have returned to the river Severn's waters as the charity racing event made its long-awaited return. The race the dragon event was a tradition in Worcester for over 25 years, but today's event was the first since the outbreak
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Former petrol station to become hand car wash
A FORMER petrol station in Hylton Road will become a hand car wash. Plans by A1 Autos to take over the site, near Cripplegate Park, have been given the green light by Worcester City Council. The business will provide employment for eight members
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Huge police presence and ambulances as outside Reading station cordoned off
Station road just outside Reading station was cordoned off this evening Saturday, July 20 with a considerable amount of police cars attending the scene. The public reported that up to seven police cars were seen outside Reading station with several
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Animal cruelty in Worcestershire is on the rise
AN animal welfare charity has revealed that reports of animal abuse in Worcestershire have risen this year. The RSPCA received 536 cruelty reports in Worcestershire in the first six months of the year alone - a 5.7% rise on the number of reports
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Legendary Coronation Street duo exit the ITV soap for 'new adventures'
Legendary Coronation Street stars Roy Cropper (David Neilson) and Carla Connor (Alison King) have exited the ITV soap opera to pursue 'new adventures'. Recently, on the Manchester-based show, Roy was arrested for the murder of Lauren Bolton (Cait
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It had the best views but was the saddest place in Worcester
IT had some of Worcester’s most commanding and panoramic views but Hillborough, as the 17-acre complex of thick-walled red-brick buildings was generally known, was one of the city’s most depressing places. Built in 1794 on the east side of the
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Report on SEND failings 'heartbreaking' to read but not surprising, say politicians
OFSTED’S report on the failings of SEND services in Worcestershire was “heartbreaking” to read - but didn’t come as a surprise, say politicians. One county councillor says he feels like he’s experienced gaslighting by the council after fighting
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91-year-old to appear in court over death by dangerous driving charge
A 91-year-old man is set to appear in crown court next week after being charged with causing the death of a pedestrian by dangerous driving. Peter Burrow, of Meadow Walk in Colwall, will appear in Worcester Crown Court on July 24 after a woman
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Headteacher 'delighted' after school gets fifth 'Outstanding' Ofsted report in a row
A PRIMARY school in St John's has received its fifth 'Outstanding' Ofsted report in succession. Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) received the news earlier this week following an ungraded Ofsted inspection on June 25 and 26. Ungraded
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Care provider's HMO plan for Warndon Villages
A CARE provider wants to turn a house in Worcester into a HMO. Whitestone Care has bought 3 Bolton Avenue in Warndon Villages and says there is “high demand for placements for children and adults with additional needs in Worcestershire”. It
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New defibrillators in Worcestershire police stations could save lives
Worcestershire police stations have been equipped with new lifesaving defibrillators. Five additional devices have been secured by Worcestershire County Council's Public Health team, with support from bodies including West Mercia Police, Police
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School without lollipop person for a year as candidates put off by wages
A VACANCY for a job as a lollipop person outside a Worcester school has been unfilled for more than a year. County councillor Richard Udall said multiple people had applied for the role outside St Clement’s Primary School but had changed their
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Ultimatum given to owner of hotel that's fallen into disrepair
THE OWNER of the former Raven Hotel has been warned by Wychavon District Council and West Mercia Police to protect the building or face legal action. The Council has given the owner one week to confirm when repairs to the damaged roof of the building
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Board game cafe to host free event at Worcester library
A BOARD game café will be hosting a free event in a Worcester Library next week. The Dice Box, a board game café will be at The Hive on July 22, allowing visitors to try a variety of games. The event marks the start of the summer activities
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Food hygiene ratings given to two Worcester venues
NEW food hygiene ratings have been awarded to two city centre venues, according to the Food Standards Agency. Caffe Nero, located at The Shambles in Worcester was handed a four-out-of-five rating after assessment on Thursday, June 20. Menaki
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How cows can be comforters in times of trouble
ANIMALS are well known for their therapeutic benefit to humans. Dogs, cats, rabbits, even the odd budgie, make good listeners and a figurative shoulder to lean on in times of mental turmoil. But cows? Less likely because they don’t get the
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Car window damaged in Worcestershire town estate
A CAR window was damaged overnight in a Droitwich estate. Police are investigating criminal damage to a Silver Mazda after the driver's car window was damaged on Farriers Square. The incident took place between 11pm on July 18 and 8am on July
