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Cadbury issues update on return of popular chocolate bar discontinued in 2008
From Aztec and Spira chocolate bars to Dairy Milk Egg 'n' Spoons, there have been a number of products discontinued by Cadbury over the years. The confectionery company is responsible for a range of popular chocolates including Freddos, Boost,
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Man dies after two arrested following 'unexplained overdose'
A MAN has died after two were arrested following an "unexplained overdose" in Kempsey. The man in his forties died in hospital after an incident at The Firs in Old Road North. Two men, age 42 and 47, were arrested on suspicion of being concerned
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Support builds for councillor over cyclists flouting High Street ban
READERS rallied behind an outspoken councillor who criticised cyclists for flouting rules and said he would fight any plans to relax a cycling ban in a pedestrian zone. Cllr Alan Amos said he would resist any plans to ease a cycling ban in Worcester's
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Medieval tiles talk to shed light on old mystery
A TALK is due to shed light on a medieval mystery as it delves into the world of a priory's most beautiful 'missing' tiles and other marvels of the age. The talk by Karen Slade of The Company of Artisans is due to take place Great Malvern Priory
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Aldi offering customers chance to get a year's shopping for free - here's how
Aldi has announced that it will be launching a scheme where one lucky person will get a year's worth of shopping for free at the supermarket. This will be delivered through the Aldi Superfan card, where the supermarket's most loyal customer can
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This is how many Worcester pensioners needed help heating homes last winter
More pensioners in Worcester received government support to help heat their homes last winter as millions now lose winter fuel payments. Charities have raised concerns about the upcoming changes to the winter fuel payment eligibility, which may
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Devastated man's Alfa Romeo stolen leaving daughter terrified
A devastated man discovered his dream car had been stolen in a theft which left his terrified nine-year-old daughter scared to sleep. James Ryder's 'rare' Alfa Romeo Stelvio was stolen from the driveway of his home in Windsor Avenue, in St John's
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This is what West Mercia Police did to tackle vehicle crime
THEFTS from lorries and car key burglaries were among the crimes tackled by police as part of an operation which led to arrests. Officers from West Mercia Police were involved in targeted activity, including patrols to tackle crimes against HGVs
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Private school's plans to turn fields into sports complex
A PRIVATE school in Worcester has revealed plans to build a new sports complex on land it has acquired in Worcester. King's School now owns the land in Battenhall which it said was historically home to multiple community sports groups and the
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Before and after photos show farmland transformed into thriving wildlife habitat
THESE photos show the dramatic transformation of farmland near Worcester into a thriving wildlife habitat. Martley Habitat Bank is part of eight Environment Bank Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) sites covering 500 acres secured under conservation covenants
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AA warns 'not to fall' for new 'emergency car kit' scam email- what to look for
The AA has issued a warning to consumers about a phishing scam email that informs them that they have won an emergency car kit. The warning comes as a small number of phishing emails began circulating last week. However, more fake emails were
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BBC apologises to former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington
The BBC has apologised to former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington, saying it had assessed and “upheld some, but not all” of her complaints about Giovanni Pernice’s behaviour during her time on the show. Sherlock actress Abbington
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ITV channels 'no longer available' on TV boxes from this week - see those affected
ITV1 and ITV2 will disappear from certain TV boxes across the UK this week due a satellite service upgrade. The broadcaster has completed an "all-HD" upgrade for satellite viewers, meaning that SD on satellite will no longer be available as of
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Tree down near school in Warndon Villages
THIS photo shows a fallen tree blocking a footpath and cycle path near a nature reserve and school in Worcester. The tree came down in Warndon Villages on a footpath near the Lyppard Grange Reserve, near Lyppard Hub and Lyppard Grange Primary School
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Mum named as inquest opens into fatal combine harvester crash
AN inquest has been opened into the death of a 'wonderful' young mum killed in a crash involving a car and a combine harvester as tributes continue to be laid at the scene. An inquest has been opened into the death of Natasha Smith at Stourport
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The best times of day to use your washing machine, dishwasher and other chores
Nobody likes doing their dishes and laundry but there is actually time of day that could save you energy and money too. From cooking dinner for the family to hoovering the house, we spend so much of our lives doing chores. In fact, do you know
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Last chance to see your favourite Waddle of Worcester penguins
PEOPLE will have a final chance to say goodbye to their favourite penguins. Worcestershire County Cricket Club will host all the Waddle of Worcester penguins for a final time before they all head off to their forever homes. The outdoor events
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Asda releases statement after till issues saw store opening delays
Asda has released a statement apologising for delayed store openings around the UK today, due to technical issues with its tills. Some shoppers took to social media this morning (Monday, September 30) to share that some Asda stores were delaying
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Brits reveal oldest foods found in the kitchen - 1950s jam to 80s Fray Bentos pie
What’s the oldest (and probably mouldiest) item of food you have found in a house? You might have been clearing out a relative’s kitchen cupboard who has sadly passed away or even your own in the run-up to moving house. Perhaps you just came
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Fears man had gone into river - but he was spotted on CCTV walking home
A MAN thought to be in the river was found safe and well after police checked CCTV. Paramedics, firefighters and police officers were called to Worcester Bridge after reports of a man in the river. However, the search was called off after cameras
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Hundreds of Brits take legal action against luxury hotel over stomach bug
Nearly a thousand British holidaymakers are taking legal action after being struck down with gastric illnesses while staying at luxury hotels in Cape Verde. A staggering 926 people have come forward over the last three years to say they fell seriously
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Man with machete among gang causing violent disorder outside pub
FIVE men have been arrested by armed police after a group with a machete was involved in violent disorder outside a pub. Armed officers were called to an incident outside The Bakery Inn in Worcester Road, Malvern, after reports of about eight
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Candle on gas meter causes flat fire
A candle placed on a gas meter caused a flat fire. The fire at a flat in Worcester Road, Malvern, resulted in firefighters being called in the early hours of the morning on Sunday (September 29). Nobody was injured in the fire which took
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Air ambulance called after man seriously hurt
A man suffered serious injuries in a field near Worcester which prompted the arrival of the air ambulance. Unmarked police cars, a trauma team and an air ambulance were called to an incident in which a man required lifesaving support. The
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Vandalism and fire at racecourse marquee
FIREFIGHTERS have used buckets of water to tackle a fire outside a marquee in Worcester. A crew was sent to Grandstand Road after paper towels caught fire outside a marquee on Saturday (September 28) evening. Police were also called to the
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'Check your change' - Rare coin sells for more than 300 times face value on eBay
We are all being urged to check our wallets and down the back of our sofas after a 50p coin sold for more than 300 times its value at auction this week. The 50p coin in question was released in 2009 to mark 250 years since the opening of Kew Gardens
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'By dawn the next day Worcester was a smouldering wreck'
WORCESTER people saw the horrors of war first-hand 373 years ago. The population numbered around 7,000 people when 12,000 Royalists and 30,000 Parliamentarians fought the last battle of the English Civil Wars on September 3, 1651. The city
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Exact date John Thomson returns to Corrie for Gail Platt's exit storyline
The exact date Jesse Chadwick, played by comedian and actor John Thomson arrives in Weatherfield for Gail Platt's final storyline on Coronation Street has been revealed. Jesse's return comes just as his ex Eileen Grimshaw heads back to the cobbles
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Strictly Come Dancing fans furious after 'one of the most shocking results ever'
Olympic champion Tom Dean has become the first celebrity to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing 2024 and fans are furious about it. Following the public vote, the gold-medallist swimmer, 24, faced singer and actress Toyah Willcox, 66, in the
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Disney+ to charge for password sharing costing up to £60 a year extra
The days of sharing your streaming services passwords are soon to be long gone as another giant provider clamps down on password sharing. Following in the steps of Netflix, Disney+ will begin charging users if they share the account with someone
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How you can lower your energy bills and what help is available for you
British households are facing increasing energy costs this winter after the regulator raised its price cap in October. Ofgem’s price cap is rising by £149 from the current £1,568 a year for a typical household in England, Scotland and Wales to
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Evesham haulage company named and shamed by HMRC for unpaid tax
A WORCESTERSHIRE haulage company has been named on a government list of tax defaulters. HMRC’s Publishing Details of Deliberate Defaulters (PDDD) scheme provides information about people and businesses given financial penalties for failing to comply
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Concern over regional flu vaccine uptake in some vulnerable groups
VULNERABLE people in Worcestershire are being urged to get their flu vaccinations to fight off the onslaught of seasonal viruses. Fewer people in high risk groups are getting vaccinated compared to last year warn the UK Health Security Agency (
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Scam victims 'harassed' over £6,000 council 'debt' as legal action looms
A worried scam victim couple are threatening legal action against a council 'harassing' them for more than £6,000 they paid to fraudsters by mistake. As previously reported, Clive and Jill Mounce, 67 and 66, of Church Lane, Norton, near Worcester
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How mobility aids can keep you warm and comfortable this winter
Now that summer is behind us, the colder months beckon with the promise of icy roads and chilly evenings. The plummeting temperatures can pose a risk to health – particularly those of the elderly and vulnerable members of our community. TPG Disableaids
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Celebrations as Worcester bakery named one of the best in the UK
EXCITED staff at a Worcester bakery were delighted to be named one of the best in the UK at the National Bakery Awards. Peter Cooks Bread in The Hopmarket has been named the best bakery in the West Midlands for the first time. The bakery was
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Return of Worcester Warriors is 'tantalisingly closer'
THE RETURN of Worcester Warriors appears 'tantalisingly closer' after a week of major updates, according to fans of the rugby club. Plans have been revealed for a major revamp of Sixways Stadium, the former home of Worcester Warriors, by the club's
