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via Worcester News4h ago

Vandals strike again at toilets as public to pick up the tab

Public toilets on Church Walk in Pershore have been hit by rampant vandalism, and it's not the first time.

via Worcester News5h ago

Slots still open for NHS blood donation event in Worcester

An NHS Blood donation event at Worcester Rugby Club has its final slots remaining

2 outlets5h ago

NATS technical issue causes major UK flight disruptions

A NATS air traffic control technical issue in Preston has caused delays at Birmingham Airport and 200 UK flight cancellations.

A technical problem at NATS air traffic control in Preston has disrupted flights across the UK. Birmingham Airport has been particularly affected, with around 200 UK flights cancelled as a result of the issue.

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2 outlets5h ago

Frankley Services ranked fifth-worst UK motorway stop

Frankley Services on the M5 is ranked the UK's fifth-worst motorway stop in a Google review ranking.

Frankley Services on the M5 has been named the UK's fifth-worst motorway service station in a Google review ranking. The ranking was published ahead of October half-term travel.

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via Worcester News6h ago

Last-minute plea changes by pair accused to Worcester assault as trial began

Two men charged with assaulting a man in Worcester have changed their pleas as their trial was about to begin

via Worcester News6h ago

Independent Worcester bookstore to close after owner says ‘I want my soul back’

Script Haven has announced it will close after more than three years in the city following retail pressures and exhaustion

via Worcester News6h ago

Victory for 'common sense' as digital hub that would block deliveries rejected

THE REJECTION of plans for a digital hub that would have blocked deliveries to a row of shops has been called a victory for common sense.

2 outlets6h ago

Malvern man jailed for assault and strangulation

A man from Malvern has been jailed for two and a half years after being found guilty of assault.

A Malvern man was convicted of an assault in July and sentenced to two and a half years imprisonment.

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2 outlets6h ago

Becky Hill joins protest over Britain's waterways

Singer Becky Hill has joined a protest demanding public ownership of Britain's waterways.

Singer Becky Hill has joined a high-profile protest over the state of Britain's waterways. The protest is demanding public ownership of the water system.

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2 outlets6h ago

King Charles enforces boundaries amid royal crisis

King Charles III has reportedly enforced clear boundaries amid an unprecedented royal crisis.

King Charles III has reportedly enforced clear boundaries during an unprecedented royal crisis. The specific nature of the crisis and the boundaries involved are not detailed in the available reports.

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2 outlets7h ago

Liz Hurley shares photograph as she returns to US

Liz Hurley has shared a photograph as she celebrates returning to the United States.

Liz Hurley has shared a photograph celebrating her return to the United States. The photograph appears to show her with a companion.

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via Worcester News7h ago

Teen rapist sentenced for sexually abusing young girl for several months

A teenager from Worcester has been locked up for more than three years after he admitted to sexually abusing a young girl

2 outlets7h ago

Malvern man to be sentenced for £28,000 work fraud

A man from Malvern has admitted taking more than £28,000 for work he did not complete.

A man from Malvern has admitted taking more than £28,000 for work he did not complete. He is to be sentenced for the offence.

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via Worcester News7h ago

Council to push on with parish consultation despite LGR being paused

THE city council will press on with consulting residents about a potential parish council for Worcester, despite a shake-up of local government in Worcestershire being paused.

via Worcester News7h ago

Recap after crash causes 'standstill' traffic on A44

There are reports of long delays on the A44 near Worcester after a crash.

via Worcester News7h ago

Car fire wreck moved from main road after nearly a month

A burnt-out Ford Mondeo has finally been removed from a layby on the A44 Wyre Piddle Bypass.

via Worcester News8h ago

Why crows tap on doors and 3 simple ways to keep them away from gardens

Crows sometimes tap on windows and doors but there are three simple ways you can deter them.

via Worcester News10h ago

Nursery praised by Ofsted for 'very warm and caring environment' 1 year after opening

A Worcester nursery has been praised for creating a "very special, warm, caring and nurturing environment" for children less than a year after opening.

via Worcester News10h ago

Actor opens up on why he joined new controversial Harry Potter series amid backlash

Kit Harington is set to play the wizard and Hogwarts teacher Gilderoy Lockhart in the second season of the new television adaptation.

2 outlets10h ago

Mariah Carey to perform Christmas show in Birmingham

Mariah Carey is performing a Christmas arena show in Birmingham.

Global superstar Mariah Carey is bringing a festive show to Birmingham as part of a Christmas tour. The performance will take place at an arena in the West Midlands.

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via Worcester News11h ago

Critically ill dog's fate 'could have been very different' before Foxhound rescue

Pembroke, a foxhound from the Croome & West Warwick Kennels, was rushed to Henwick Vets in Worcester after staff issued an urgent appeal for a canine blood donor.

via Worcester News11h ago

Fly-tippers could be hit with fines 5x more expensive under new council plans

Wychavon District Council is proposing a fivefold increase in the maximum fixed penalty notice for fly-tipping, raising it from £1,000 to £5,000,

via Worcester News12h ago

Crowds delighted by historic locomotives at heritage railway's steam gala

CROWDS in Kidderminster were delighted by the historic steam locomotives as part of Severn Valley Railway's (SVR) Autumn Steam Gala.

2 outlets12h ago

Malvern Hills livestock locations confirmed for coming days

The locations of cattle and sheep on the Malvern Hills have been confirmed.

The locations of cattle and sheep grazing on the Malvern Hills have been confirmed for the coming days. No further details were provided about the specific locations or purpose of the announcement.

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2 outlets12h ago

Zizzi Worcester closes for two weeks

Zizzi Worcester has closed for two weeks from 21 September.

The Italian chain restaurant at Cathedral Square in Worcester closed on 21 September for a two-week closure. The outlets did not specify the reason for the temporary closure.

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via Worcester News12h ago

Man sentenced after he was caught using fake bank notes

A man has been sentenced after he was caught using fake bank notes.

via Worcester News12h ago

Environmental campaigner recognised at BBC Make a Difference awards

AN ENVIRONMENTAL campaigner has been recognised for his efforts at an awards ceremony.

2 outlets13h ago

Marks & Spencer offers free birthday treat in November

Marks & Spencer is offering free birthday treats to customers with November birthdays.

Shoppers in Worcestershire with November birthdays can claim a free treat from Marks & Spencer. There is a deadline for claiming the offer, and customers are being urged to act quickly.

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2 outlets13h ago

Bella Ramsey to appear on Celebrity Traitors

Bella Ramsey, known for Game of Thrones and The Last Of Us, is taking part in Celebrity Traitors.

Bella Ramsey, who has appeared in Game of Thrones and The Last Of Us, is participating in Celebrity Traitors. The actor is likely to be recognised by viewers from these previous television and film roles.

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2 outlets14h ago

Mrs Hinch fans share cheap tumble dryer alternative

Mrs Hinch fans have shared a cheap alternative to tumble dryers, which are expensive to run.

Tumble dryers cost significant money to operate. Mrs Hinch followers have proposed a cheaper alternative for drying clothes during winter months.

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2 outlets18h ago

Manx shearwater found in Worcestershire pub car park released

A Manx shearwater was found in a pub car park in Defford, Worcestershire and released.

The seabird, more commonly seen over the ocean than on land, was discovered in the car park of a pub in Defford, Worcestershire. It was subsequently released to fly to freedom.

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via Worcester News18h ago

Retrospective plans for changes at large travellers site refused

J Mounsey had applied for retrospective planning permission to replace Straw Bale House with a new manager's lodge on the Duffledown Farm travellers' site off the A44 at Wyre Piddle.

via Worcester News18h ago

Worcester city centre ‘turning into slum’ as urgent clean-up campaign launched

Worcester city centre and Angel Street are among the most down at heel parts of the city

via Malvern Gazette1d ago

Everything you need to know about Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market 2026

Birmingham’s world-famous Frankfurt Christmas Market will return to the city centre this winter.

via Malvern Gazette1d ago

Crowds gather at stations to get glimpse of famous Flying Scotsman

CROWDS gathered this morning to get a glimpse of the famous 'Flying Scotsman' steam locomotive as it roared through the Black Country and North Worcestershire.

via Malvern Gazette1d ago

Driver banned for three years gets shock when stopped by police

The disqualified, who had been banned from driving for three years, was stopped in Worcester Road, Malvern

via Malvern Gazette1d ago

UK's most celebrated tenor announces Malvern show

Russell Watson will bring The Power of The Voice Tour to Malvern Theatres on October 7, 2027, with tickets going on sale from September 18.

via Malvern Gazette1d ago

Powerful reason why Worcester landmark was lit up green

A landmark has been lit up in green to raise awareness of a rare and little-known genetic condition.

via Malvern Gazette1d ago

Organisers speak out after complaints of drone show traffic chaos

We’ve seen the feedback following the event and want to thank everyone who has taken the time to share their experience with us.

via Malvern Gazette2d ago

'Traffic chaos' overshadows spectacular Spetchley drone light show

Families faced long delays getting to WILD: The Drone Light Show at Spetchley Estate near Worcester on Saturday