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Crash closes road through Worcestershire village
A CRASH has closed a main road through a Worcestershire village. Drivers are being asked to find an alternative route after the closure of the A44 at Doddenham, Broadwas, near Worcester. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “ROAD CLOSURE
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MAPPED: The 18 UK locations facing protests on Wednesday
Police forces across the UK are bracing for another day of unrest on Wednesday (August 7) with more than 30 potential protests planned in various locations across the country. Riots and protests have broken out in locations across the UK - including
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'We're being targeted': Worcester recycling business attacked by vandals
VANDALS have attacked a city business twice in three days in a fresh round of attacks on the company's vans. Terry Gorman, director for 5 Star Recycling, said arsonists had set fire to one of his vans and the flames could have spread further if
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Latest on escape room plan for Cathedral Square
THE council has approved plans for an escape room to open in the city centre. Escape Hunt, which runs venues in Birmingham, Manchester and London, will also be opening a site in Cathedral Square. The venue will take over the empty unit on the
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Former Worcester Warriors team manager Alun Carter dies
TRIBUTES have been paid to former Worcester Warriors manager Alun Carter, who has died aged 59. Mr Carter, who was team manager at the Warriors for five years, died while out on a walk, with his death announced on Sunday, August 4. He is credited
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What new housing targets would mean for Worcestershire
LABOUR’S proposed reforms to the planning system would see huge increases in housing targets across Worcestershire. The Government has set out plans to build 1.5 million new homes by 2029. Housing secretary Angela Rayner said planning authorities
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Broad daylight garage break in leads to thefts
A GARAGE was broken into in broad daylight in Droitwich. The burglary took place between Crown Lane and Elmley Lovett on August 5 between 11am and 4pm. A number of items were stolen such as a power wash and strimmer. A spokesperson for
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Damaged Waddle of Worcester penguins return to the huddle
FOUR damaged Waddle of Worcester penguins that were removed for repairs have returned to the trail. Two penguins, Kingfisher Azure and Little Blue Makes a Wish were both taken away the day after opening after deliberate damage to the pair.
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Widespread condemnation of death driver's 'lenient' sentence
THE 'soft' prison sentence of a killer driver responsible for the deaths of two women and a child has been widely condemned, including by friends and family of the crash victims. Joe-Lewis Tyler was jailed for 18 years at Worcester Crown Court
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As it happened: police close off Diglis Bridge
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Walkers and Heinz release limited-edition crisp range with 3 'mind blowing' flavours
Walkers has teamed up with Heinz to release a limited-edition range of crisps featuring three brand new "mind blowing" flavours. Walkers are responsible for a range of products including Wotsits, Quavers, Monster Munch, Squares and Bugles as well
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When is my UK passport too damaged to use for travel? All you need to know
Being stuck with a worn-out or damaged passport before you set off on your travels can be rather stressful. From faded passport covers to marks and scuffs, knowing if your passport is valid before getting to the airport is a must. If you're
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How long does it take the Royal Mail to deliver 1st and 2nd Class stamped post?
Making sure your post gets to the right place in a timely fashion is something we all think about when using the Royal Mail. The country's postal service uses a system of stamps which denote how long your parcel will take to be delivered. The
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Garden 'energy guzzlers' that could add £11m a week to energy bills for Brits
The garden appliances that could add the most to your energy bills have been revealed in an analysis from Uswitch.com. The price comparison site looked into the 'energy guzzlers' which could see Brits as a whole spend £11 million a week powering
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Police hunt for missing man in city river continues
POLICE are stepping up their search for a missing man who was seen entering the River Severn near the Diglis Bridge. West Mercia Police said there may be an increased police presence around the area at some point today (Tuesday, July 6) as they
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Britain's Got Talent dancers to appear in Worcester
A BRITAIN'S Got Talent dance troupe that received the coveted Golden Buzzer are appearing in Worcester. Phoenix Boys and friends will be appearing at the Swan Theatre on Friday, August 16. They appeared on this year's show in May and featured
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Office plans for former builder's yard near city hotel
A WORCESTER company wants to build a new office on a former builder’s yard near the Fownes Hotel. Plans to develop a plot of land off South Street called The Yard have been submitted to Worcester City Council on behalf of developer Misters Bros
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Meet rugby stars Dan Cole and Joe Marler at Safari Park event
Rugby stars Dan Cole and Joe Marler are set to attend an event at the West Midlands Safari Park. The Worcestershire Business Luncheon Club by Amros is hosting a 'Big Lunch' with the athletes on September 13. The exclusive event will support the
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PHOTOS: Village holds its first-ever Scarecrow festival
A VILLAGE was taken over by scarecrows on the weekend in an event aimed at boosting community spirit. Hartlebury Parish Council organised its first-ever Scarecrow Weekend on Saturday, August 3 and Sunday, August 4. Visitors were invited to
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Man arrested after hit and run in Worcester
A MAN has been arrested after a pedestrian was injured in a hit-and-run in Worcester. The man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. The victim, also a man, was treated for injuries at the scene after being hit by a car on
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What is 'two-tier policing'? Metropolitan Police Commissioner criticised heavily
Since riots broke out across the UK over the past few days, the phrase 'two-tier policing' has been used a lot. When Sir Mark Rowley, the Metropolitan Police Commissioner, was spotted leaving the Cabinet Office by reporters today, he was quizzed
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‘I was very surprised’: EastEnders star teases who will be making a shock return
An EastEnders star has been left "very surprised" after discovering an actor making a shock return to the popular BBC soap opera for its 40th anniversary. In recent months, showrunners have confirmed the return of numerous characters in celebration
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Preview of Day 11 at the Olympics as athletics and cycling takes centre stage
One of the most hotly anticipated head-to-heads of the Olympics comes to the fore on Day 11 as Josh Kerr does battle with Jakob Ingebrigtsen in the 1500m. The men’s four-lap final is the feature of the evening session and is set to provide the
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UK homes could be due a £169 TV Licence refund - are you eligible?
UK households could be due a refund worth up to £169.50 on the cost of their TV Licence. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence in order to watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. However, you
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How can I reduce my council tax bill? You could claim 100 per cent back - see how
If you are responsible for paying the Council Tax and you are on a low income, you may be able to get help with some or all of your Council Tax bill. You’ll get a discount on your bill only if you’re eligible. But who is eligible and how does
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Andrew Flintoff: 'I shouldn't be here' as he talks Top Gear crash for first time
Andrew Flintoff has spoken out for the first time about his serious Top Gear crash, revealing he "genuinely should not be here after what happened". 'Freddie' Flintoff was severely injured in an accident at the Top Gear Test Track - the Dunsfold
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DWP could pay you £737 a month if you have one of these mental health conditions
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) might pay people £737 a month if they suffer from certain mental health conditions. Over 1.3 million people across Britain were claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for psychiatric disorders by
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The 9 illegal plants that could land you with a £30,000 fine
Gardeners have been warned to keep an eye out for nine illegal plants that could cost them thousands of pounds in fines this summer. Whether you are a keen gardener or a casual one, it is important to be aware of these plants which could land you
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Andrew Pierce branded 'disgraceful' by GMB viewers for UK riots equivalence
Andrew Pierce has come under some criticism from viewers of Good Morning Britain (GMB) due to a point he made on the programme related to the recent UK riots. The consultant editor of the Daily Mail is a regular guest on the ITV show, and was discussing
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'It's bizarre': Pet owner shocked after a ball bearing is found in cat's eye
A MAN has spoken of his shock after vets found a ball bearing lodged in his pet's eye. Derek Scully, who lives in Storridge, rushed his cat Jasper to an emergency vets in Warndon on Sunday night (July 28) after he came home visibly injured.
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'So much going on': Worcester named one of the best High Streets in the UK
WORCESTER'S High Street has been named one of the best in the UK with shop owners saying it has a mixture of great independents and lots going on. The city's High Street has ranked as the seventh best in Britain ahead of major cities like Liverpool
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Worcester's Pro-Palestine mural defaced in 'hateful and divisive' act
A STRIKING mural honouring the 'heroes of Palestine' has been defaced in an 'awful act' that has led to calls to stop hate and division in Worcester. Vandals have scrawled over the mural dedicated to honouring Palestinian journalists in Silver
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Cancer test which could save lives is trialled
SCREENING is a way of identifying healthy people in our community who may have an increased risk of developing a particular condition in the future such as cancer which affects more than one in three people in the UK during their lifetime. The
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Red Arrows to fly over Worcester on Friday - flight path and timings
THE WORLD-famous Red Arrows will be flying over Worcester on Friday - here's all the timings and locations to see them. The RAF's Red Arrows will be flying from RAF Odiham The Blackpool Air Show. The planes will also be flying over the south
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Vibrant new public art to debut in Worcester city centre
Worcester city centre is to welcome a vibrant new public art installation, "Anything But Ordinary". Created by artist MrASingh, the immersive piece aims to highlight human connections and shared experiences. It will be anchored at The Worcester
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Support centre CEO looks at impact of pornography on young people
THE internet has many positive aspects but one of its darker facets is how it has made pornography accessible, affordable — often free initially — and anonymous. Seventy-five per cent of teenagers admit to having viewed pornography by the age of