NEWS
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Board game fans invited to try new releases at special event
Board game fans will have the chance to try out the latest releases at a special event. Zatu Games is hosting the showcase at The Dice Box in Worcester on Friday, June 26, running from 5pm to 10pm. Titles being demonstrated include Tally Up, Pacts, Pac-Man Craze Maze, Stack O’ Cats and Fetching Feathers. Ben… More
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Number of Worcestershire micro-charities rises 60% in a year
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Find out how experts tell a Merlot from a Malbec at blind tasting
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Free bus travel for veterans and service personnel on Armed Forces Day
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Why some Worcestershire schools close in heatwave while others stay open
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Two people injured after attack outside nightclub
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Disagreement over nuclear inspections clouds US-Iran deal
The US and Iran were in dispute on Tuesday over whether Tehran had agreed to allow UN inspectors to view bombed Iranian nuclear sites, as officials mediated talks on a permanent end to their war, seafarers were promised evacuation through the Strait of Hormuz and violence broke out again in Lebanon. The differing accounts came… More
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Starmer and Burnham hold face-to-face talks as PM pledges ‘smooth transition’
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Hundreds of schools to close or shut early amid extreme heat
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‘Something special’ happening with current England team, say fans in Boston
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National Trust site in Worcestershire to close early amid heatwave
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West Mercia Police take “incredibly high” number of calls due to heatwave
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National Trust site reducing opening hours due to extreme heat
A POPULAR National Trust site will be closing early over the next two days due to extreme weather. Hanbury Hall in Droitwich has announced it will be reducing its opening hours on Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25, as a result of the red heat warning covering the county. The main house will be… More
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Wychavon honours those who serve in Armed Forces Week
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Ambulance service issues warning over rare red warning for extreme heat
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‘Extraordinary honour’ – city independent school named best in the UK
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‘Quirky’ garden in Malvern Hills to open for one day
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Surgery’s social group set up in memory of doctor wins awards praise
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Three trainee solicitors qualify at Worcester law firm
Three trainee solicitors have qualified at a Worcester law firm. Lauren Collins, Emily Stancer, and Sara Southall completed their training contracts at Worcester-based mfg Solicitors and have now taken up full solicitor roles in their chosen departments. Andrew Davies, partner and managing director at mfg Solicitors, said: “Lauren, Emily, and Sara have been nothing short… More
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Universal unveils UK theme park name and logo as £7.3bn investment announced
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England fans allowing themselves to be ‘optimistic’ ahead of Ghana match
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Burnham to give speech on economy after Starmer resignation clears way to No 10
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Train manager in his mid-80s says his job is ‘what I love doing’
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Concerns anaerobic digester plans could impact police forensic operations
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New red heat alert means ‘risk to life’ for older people as warnings upgraded
A red heat health alert has been issued for the region, including Worcestershire, with warnings of ‘risk to life’ for older people. The alert has been issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and Met Office and is in force from 1am on June 24 until 11pm on June 25 and covers the entire… More
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Police say £2million fraudster ‘abused position of trust’ with family and charity
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Important changes to bin collections in Worcester during heatwave
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Heatwave could be deadly for dogs as vets advise how to keep pets safe
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How heatwave will put lives at risk in Worcestershire with hottest days to come
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In conversation with Tonko, head chef at The Close
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Santander announces major AI-driven cost-cutting plan that will change processes
Santander has unveiled a major cost-cutting plan fuelled by artificial intelligence. The bank’s parent company, Banco Santander, aims to save more than €500 million (£433 million) by expanding its use of AI across global operations, including Santander UK. Ricardo Martin Manjon, chief data and AI officer at Banco Santander, said: “Santander is moving from AI… More
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Kneecap bids Starmer ‘Slán Keir’ after resignation
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Rare red warnings issued over ‘severe and significant’ impacts of extreme heat
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Schools close in France as red heat alerts spread amid soaring temperatures
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Jeffrey Donaldson abused ‘trust’ of party with ‘vile’ crimes, DUP leader says
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England fans braced for expensive trips and long waits for next World Cup tie