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Asda customers can get 2 for £5 Heroes, Roses and Quality Street tubs this weekend
Asda customers can grab themselves a bargain in-store with the Rewards app ahead of Christmas with a discount on popular chocolate treats. Is it Christmas without a tub of the well-known Celebrations, Heroes, Quality Streets or Roses? Well,
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Man arrested after being pulled over and found to be in possession of drugs
A MAN has been arrested after he was pulled over and found to be carrying Class A drugs. Photos of evidence taken from the vehicle by officers show bags filled with £5, £10 and £20 notes, as well as small bags of a white substance. A spokesperson
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Is it illegal to park your car in front of a driveway or on a dropped kerb?
Finding a place to park your car on a busy residential street can be frustrating and time-consuming, seeing many drivers opt for any available 'space'. Sometimes, drivers will park in front of a driveway despite the possible ramifications surrounding
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'It made sense' - Man bids on penguin in late daughter's memory
A MAN who bought a penguin sculpture during a charity auction has said he did it in memory of his daughter. Wayne Southall purchased 'Waddle I Do Without You' during the Waddle of Worcester charity auction for St Richard's Hospice in memory of
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Councillor explains reason for retrospective gym application
A CITY councillor has explained why his plans for a gym were made retrospectively. Jabba Riaz, Worcester City Council's deputy leader, had started work on the building in his garden believing it would fall within permitted development rights, which
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New sports bar and gaming hall set to 'bring pool and snooker back to Worcester'
A NEW gaming hall and sports bar is set to open in the city centre with pool and snooker at its heart. Adam Townsend, from Worcester, and his brother-in-law Alan Mitchum are the pair behind The Cue Corner which is on track to open on Carden Street
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Queues are a 'daily headache' - call to sort 'horrendous' Sixways roundabout
QUEUES around the Sixways Roundabout are impacting residents’ quality of life, councillors claim. Worcester Liberal Democrats are calling for National Highways and Worcestershire County Council to tackle congestion at junction 6 of the M5.
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City head to Warwickshire for match against out of form Rugby Town
WORCESTER CITY travel to relegation threatened Rugby Town in a crucial match to keep their play-off charge alive. City will be keen to bounce back from their 3-2 defeat against high-flying Sporting Khalsa which had seen them leading 2-1 at half-time
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'Unique nursery' achieves top Ofsted rating just a year after opening
A NURSERY has achieved a top Ofsted rating just a year after opening. Mini Moos at Churchfields Day Nursery in Salwarpe, near Droitwich, has received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted following its inspection in August - having only opened in
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Coronation Street fans demand to know where 'missing' star is amid upcoming exit
Coronation Street fans have demanded to know where a "missing" character is ahead of her exit from the ITV show. Viewers have been gearing up to say goodbye to the iconic character Gail Platt after 50 years on screen but many have been left puzzled
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Avian flu outbreak in Worcestershire prompts concerns over endangered species
THE DISCOVERY of almost two dozen birds in Worcestershire with avian flu has prompted experts to fear the future of endangered bird species across the region. 20 wild pheasants carrying avian flu where found in the Wychavon district at the end
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'Beautiful' former fire station welcomes two commercial tenants
A TRANSFORMED former fire station has signed two commercial tenants to its ground floor. The historic Old Fire Station on Copenhagen Street in Worcester was purchased by developer Guthrie Roberts in 2021 after the fire service had vacated the building
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Herefordshire and Worcestershire in top 20 most anxious areas
A study has placed Herefordshire and Worcestershire in the top 20 most anxious areas in the UK. The study, carried out by medical cannabis clinic Releaf, looked at NHS anxiety medication prescriptions, as well as self-reported anxiety levels to
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Nazi idoliser convicted of attempted murder of asylum seeker
A NAZI-OBSESSED knifeman who stabbed an asylum seeker in the chest at a hotel after writing his own “terrorist manifesto” has been found guilty of attempted murder. Callum Ulysses Parslow’s trial was told the 32-year-old, who has Adolf Hitler’s
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Keen-nosed residents help police raid three cannabis farms in town after hike
KEEN-nosed residents have helped police raid multiple cannabis farms in Droitwich after there were fears of a hike in grows. West Mercia Police assured residents that the increase in the number of cannabis farms found in Droitwich is no different
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Millions missing out on £10,000 in lost pensions, research reveals
Millions of people are set to miss out on an average of nearly £10,000 as a result of lost pension pots, new research has revealed. Some £31.1 billion is estimated to be lying in unclaimed, inactive or lost pension pots. Around 3.29 million
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Martin Lewis's 'straightforward' way of getting train refunds
From strikes and prices to delays and cancellations, British trains can be a right pain. If your train journey is cancelled or delayed you may be entitled to a full refund from the retailer of your ticket or compensation from the train company.
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The most common types of mould in your home and how to get rid of them
Mould can become a huge problem for homeowners if it is left untreated since this common property issue can cause a range of serious health conditions. Allowing mould to take hold in your house allows harmful spores to float in the air, and settle
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Update on sentencing of two women found guilty of monkey cruelty offences
THE SENTENCING of two people who pleaded guilty to sharing monkey torture videos in 2022 has been moved to a later date. Holly LeGresley, of Baldwin Road, Kidderminster, and Adriana Orme, of The Beeches, Ryall, were scheduled to be sentenced at
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Man taken to hospital after incident outside B&M
A MAN was taken to hospital after an incident outside B&M in Worcester city centre. The man was in a critical condition and receiving basic life support from bystanders when West Midlands Ambulance Service arrived at the scene at around 5.40pm
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The staggering amount raised as city's beloved penguins go under the hammer
HUNDREDS of thousands of pounds was raised for St Richard's Hospice as 41 penguins sculptures went under the hammer at auction. Following the Waddle of Worcester trail across the city during the summer, 40 large penguin sculptures and one baby
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Tesco, Lidl, Sainsbury's and more excluding millions from lower prices, Which? warns
Millions of people are being excluded from accessing lower prices at some of the UK’s biggest retailers due to loyalty scheme restrictions, Which? has found. The consumer expert found that while many popular loyalty schemes offer lower prices for
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Man charged with 8 theft offences and failing to attend a drugs appointment
A MAN was charged with eight theft offences, failing to attend a drugs appointment and criminal damage. The 45-year-old from Evesham was initially arrested on Wednesday (October 23) by Evesham Patrol Officers about crimes in Pershore and Evesham
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Disabled man left on roadside in floodwater for over nine hours by RAC
A DISABLED man was left waiting for a breakdown service for almost 10 hours in rising floodwaters after he was stranded 37 miles from home. Dean Jackson, of Great Malvern, was driving through rural Herefordshire when the rear tyre on his Peugeot
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Signs of recovery in Midlands business economy
The Midlands business economy is showing signs of recovery despite a rise in monthly company insolvencies. This is according to the Midlands branch of insolvency and restructuring body, R3. Its analysis follows the latest monthly statistics
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Worcestershire Ambassadors volunteer steps down from role
A dedicated volunteer has stepped down from his role after a decade of service. Philip Fowler has left the Worcestershire Ambassadors board after 10 years. The organisation has raised nearly £1 million for charities in Worcestershire during
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Olivier Award-winning opera to be screened in Worcester
A renowned family folk opera is coming to Worcester. Wolf Witch Giant Fairy, a Royal Ballet and Opera production, will be screened on Tuesday, October 29 at 2pm on Swan Theatre. The Olivier Award-winning opera sees Red Riding Hood embark on
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Free guided medicinal garden walks at Hanbury Hall
Hanbury Hall is hosting free guided walks in its gardens to discover the medicinal properties of plants. The walks, until Wednesday, October 30, will take place on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 12.30pm and 2pm. The walks allow visitors to explore
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Opera Worcestershire to perform 'A Victorian Christmas' in Droitwich
Opera Worcester is set to perform 'A Victorian Christmas' at St Andrew's Church. The event, on Friday, December 6, will feature music, tales, and carols from the festive era. Starting at 7.30pm, the evening aims to whisk attendees back to a
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Webbs Garden Centre to host Christmas wreath-making class
A garden centre is offering people the chance to learn how to create their own Christmas wreaths. Webbs Garden Centre, near Droitwich, is hosting the festive wreath-making masterclass with florist Anna Brian on Saturday, November 23. The two-hour
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Revised flats plan still has seven parking spaces for 14 flats
REVISED plans to build flats on an unused car park in St John’s have been put forward. But the updated scheme doesn’t appear to address residents’ biggest concern over the development. EGM Real Estate wants to build 14 apartments on the old
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Hanbury Hall to host autumn-themed family trail
An autumn-themed family trail is set to open at Hanbury Hall. Running until Friday, November 15, the garden event will guide visitors through trees turning from green to orange, and challenge them to spot fairy lanterns. Each lantern contains
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Creepy critters show at Hanbury Hall this half-term
A creepy critters show will be held at Hanbury Hall this half-term. The ZooLab Animal Show will take place from Tuesday, October 29, to Thursday, October 31, with three sessions each day at 11.30am, 12.45pm, and 2pm. The show, which costs £11
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Heart of Worcestershire College to host open event
Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW) is set to host an open event across all campuses. The event, slated for Saturday, November 9, from 11am to 2pm, will be held at the college's Bromsgrove, Redditch, and Worcester campuses. The open event
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Worcester City Council recognised for inclusivity efforts
Worcester City Council has been recognised for its efforts to promote inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. The council received the INclusive Worcestershire Leader award for its Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) strategy. The
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Cyclists urged to take extra care as winter approaches and clocks go back
Cyclists are being urged to take extra care as the clocks go back and winter draws in. The clocks will go back on Sunday, October 27, marking the beginning of shorter days, reduced sunlight, dark mornings, and early evenings. Despite the challenging
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Droitwich Spa set for longest away trip of season to Wantage Town
Droitwich Spa are gearing up for their longest trip of the season. The Saltmen are set to face Wantage Town away in the Uhlsport Hellenic League Division 1. The match is set for Saturday, October 26, at 3pm, and involves a 160-mile round trip