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Latest update on city road closure this weekend
A CITY road closure is set to take place overnight. The planned closure of a portion of Bath Road and Norton Road at their junction on Sunday (September 15) will begin at 8pm and finish at approximately midnight, according to Worcestershire County
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Work 'progressing well' on city's newest bridge as it nears closer to completion
WORK is progressing well on the city's newest bridge as it approaches its completion date. The clock is ticking closer to when Worcester residents will be able to enjoy its newest feature, Kepax Bridge. New pictures show the bridge appearing
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Cuts to winter fuel payments 'an absolute disgrace' say councillors
CUTS to winter fuel payments have been described as “an absolute disgrace” by Worcestershire councillors. The county council will write to the government urging it to reverse its decision to introduce means-testing, meaning millions of pensioners
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Oasis confirms all private ballot emails for tickets have now been sent
Fans selected for the private ballot for Oasis tickets have been notified this afternoon (September 13) the band has confirmed. Noel and Liam Gallagher announced last month they had put their acrimonious split behind them, confirming Oasis' long-awaited
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How many prisoners are leaving Worcestershire's prisons early?
THE NUMBER of inmates leaving Worcestershire's HMP Hewell and HMP Long Lartin early has been revealed. Many offenders who would otherwise have been released at the halfway point of their sentence, are now released after serving 40 per cent due
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Boxing icon Frank Bruno will be taking questions from fans
A BOXING legend is coming to Worcestershire for a special event. The Boat House, Upton-upon-Severn, will welcome Frank Bruno for an evening question and answer event on Saturday, November 9. The former WBC heavyweight champion won the English
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Latest update on road closure caused by railway bridge emergency works
A BUSY city road near Worcester Shrub Hill railway station has re-opened ahead of schedule after an emergency closure. The Newtown Road tunnel under the railway bridge in Worcester closed for repairs on Monday, September 2, forcing Worcestershire
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Couple fly home from holiday after their rescue dog goes missing
A DISTRAUGHT couple are searching for their dog after she ran away while they were on holiday. Michael Anthony and Gaynor Rogers, from Bristol, were in Turkey when their dog Gracie went missing from its dog sitter in Pershore on Sunday (September
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Parking app QR code scam warning for drivers
Drivers are being warned of scammers hijacking promotions for parking apps to trick victims into setting up recurring payments. Consumer experts Which? have highlighted the risk, which targets victims with misleading adverts and encourages them
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How to tell if you have Covid, the flu or a common cold according to experts
You might immediately think you've got a cold when you've got a sore throat or a high temperature. But sometimes what you think could be a cold may be the flu or COVID-19, so it's best to check your symptoms. Experts at Pharamcy2U have shared
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The Repair Shop's Jay Blades charged with controlling or coercive behaviour
BBC presenter Jay Blades has been charged with engaging in controlling or coercive behaviour towards his wife. The 54-year-old appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates’ Court on Friday (September 13) after being charged by West Mercia Police with
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How much do Strictly Come Dancing hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman get paid?
The countdown is on as Strictly Come Dancing returns to our TV screens this weekend. Our Saturday nights are about to brimming with more glitz and glamour than ever before. There will be a new class of celebrities competing to lift the glitterball
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Tourists are paying for guided tours of Birmingham's Spaghetti Junction
Tourists are paying to be given guided tours or underneath Britain's busiest motorway junction. People have the opportunity this week to go on an organised two-mile walk beneath Birmingham's Spaghetti Junction - for £10 per head. The winding
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M&S Christmas food to order date confirmed with 450 new festive products revealed
It’s the most wonderful time of the year (for food and lots of other things), especially at M&S. That’s because the retailer has revealed when eager Christmas elves can finally book their Christmas food to order date. M&S has also shared
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When should you stop mowing your lawn? Expert tips on winter preparation
As the weather gets cooler and the days get shorter, there are a few things you might do differently as the cooler seasons arrive. While not tending to your garden as much can sound like a bad idea, it can actually benefit it. A gardening
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Mars issues update on return of discontinued chocolate 'better than any other'
Mars has revealed whether or not fans can expect the return of its popular discontinued White Chocolate Maltesers. The confectionery company is responsible for a range of popular chocolates including M&Ms, Snickers, Skittles and of course Mars
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Temperatures plummet across Worcestershire after Arctic air blast
IT may be time to switch on the heating as temperatures across the country plummet due to a blast of Arctic air. Forecasters have predicted change is on the way this weekend as an Arctic blast could cause temperatures to plummet to single figures
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Thieves steal trailer
POLICE are asking for help after a trailer was stolen from a village on the outskirts of Droitwich. A double-axle Ifor Williams trailer, 12 feet long and 6 feet wide, was stolen from Swan Lane in Upton Warren. It has been described as having
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Garage broken into in the middle of the night and expensive bike stolen
A GARAGE was broken into in the middle of the night where an expensive bike was stolen. Droitwich SNT is appealing for information after a break-in on Ledwych Road which led to the theft of a Specialized Levo Mountain Bike. The garage was broken
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Shocked student 'couldn't believe' surprise proposal at graduation
A SHOCKED student almost could not believe what was happening as her partner dropped to his knee to propose at her graduation. It was an extra special graduation day at the University of Worcester after Erin Boddice left campus with a degree and
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Millions could face higher bills after Vodafone and Three merger, watchdog warns
A major merger between Vodafone and Three UK could lead to significantly higher bills for millions of customers, a watchdog has warned. The businesses say they disagree with the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), which has been investigating
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Lidl faces backlash after introducing some cashless self-service tills
If you have been shopping at your local Lidl recently, you might have noticed a change in how you pay at the self-service tills. That’s because the supermarket has revealed it has gone cashless at self-service tills in some of its UK stores.
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Royal Mail launches new stamp collection celebrating spiders in the UK
A new collection of stamps from the Royal Mail has been revealed, which celebrates spiders found within the UK. These 10 stamps feature original illustrations of the insects which include the Sand Bear Spider, Cucumber Spider and Candy-striped
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Pensions minister on plans to link Winter Fuel Payments to Council Tax bands
Basing Winter Fuel Payments on council tax banding “would not be possible”, a pensions minister has warned. Pension minister Emma Reynolds was responding to a written question from Labour MP Rachel Maskell when she said banding based on property
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DVSA reveals the top 10 reasons drivers fail their driving test
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has revealed the top ten reasons learner drivers fail their driving tests. Hopeful motorists are being encouraged to take a look at the list to make sure they don’t fall foul of the common pitfalls
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Junk food adverts on TV to be banned before 9pm from next year, government says
A ban on junk food adverts being shown on TV across the UK before 9pm will come into force next year, the government has confirmed. On Thursday (September 12), a written statement from Labour health minister Andrew Gwynne said the government would
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Here is why a fire engine was spotted on this busy road in Worcester
THERE was a fire engine on a busy road in Worcester after a fire broke out. Firefighters were called to Plantation Drive in The Lyppards to put out a one-meter by one-meter fire. A Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said
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Northern Lights to be visible in UK skies again tonight - see when and where
The Northern Lights are set to be visible in parts of the UK once again, according to the Met Office. Stargazers across the country have been lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, on numerous
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HMRC warning to thousands of parents who could be missing out on pension money
Thousands of people have been warned they could be missing out on state pension money they are owed. As part of Pensions Awareness Week, HMRC is urging tens of thousands of people to check if they are eligible to boost their state pension.
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All to know on The Grand Tour: One For The Road including UK release date
The final special episode of The Grand Tour is set to release soon on Amazon Prime Video, which will see Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond head off on one final adventure. Titled 'One For The Road' the episode will see the trio head
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All 45 road closures revealed for Worcester City Runs
THE Worcester City runs are returning this weekend- with many of the roads set to be closed. The Worcester 10k and half marathon will both take place on Sunday, September 15. The junior run will also be returning and will get under way at
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Worcestershire's Tom Taylor's career-best forces Warwickshire follow-on
Worcestershire all-rounder Tom Taylor's career-best bowling performance was a catalyst in forcing derby rivals Warwickshire to follow on. Taylor picked up five wickets in his deadly spell as the Bears were bowled out for 128 in 42.2 overs in their
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Jobs at risk at Worcester Bosch as boiler sales drop
REDUNDANCIES could be on the table at Worcester Bosch as it looks to adapt to difficult market conditions. A spokesperson for the firm has told the Worcester News it has decided to implement a re-organisation across the business with a consultation
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Star-studded cast from West End to perform in Worcester
A star-studded cast from London's West End is set to perform in Worcester. The WestEnders will be delivering a night of music, featuring songs from Les Misérables, Evita, West Side Story, Phantom of the Opera, Hamilton, Blood Brothers, and more
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West Midland's leading large chorale set for Worcester Cathedral concerts
The leading large classical choir in the region is gearing up for a trifecta of performances at Worcester Cathedral. Worcester Festival Choral Society, which began in 1861, has announced a new season of choral works. The 140-strong choir will
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Tens of thousands urged to check eligibility for state pension boost
People who claimed child benefit before May 2000 might be missing state pension payments. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is asking tens of thousands of people to check if they are eligible for a boost to their state pension. This affects mainly
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Retired former cathedral dean receives university honour
A former Dean at Worcester Cathedral has been awarded a fellowship by the city's university. Worcester's Dean Emeritus the Very Reverend Peter Atkinson received an Honorary University Fellowship during the University of Worcester's graduation ceremony
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Award-winning ex-Worcester journalist releases sixth crime novel
A former Worcester journalist has released his sixth crime novel set in the West Midlands. Tony Bassett's new book, 'It Never Rains', is centred around a gang that burgles a Premier League footballer's mansion near the city while he is away at
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More than 250 artists to perform at free Worcester Music Festival
More than 250 artists will perform in the city centre during the three-day Worcester Music Festival. The free event aims to raise funds for this year's beneficiary, the Herefordshire and Worcestershire MND Association. The festival has grown
