NEWS
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Witnesses describe the night Tupac Shakur was shot on first day of murder trial
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Latest hosepipe ban comes into force as forecasters warn of flooding
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Connie Britton ‘has no words’ after death of Nashville co-star Hayden Panettiere
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Russia threatens consequences over ‘use of UK drones in Ukraine deep strikes’
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Circus to present free bamboo acrobatics shows
A renowned circus is bringing its famed production to Kidderminster. NoFit State Circus will present two free performances of their show BAMBOO in Brinton Park at 11.30am and 2pm on Saturday, August 22. The show, directed by Mish Weaver, uses UK-grown bamboo to create a dynamic playground of acrobatics and live music. Free interactive workshops… More
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‘End of an era’ as beloved taxi firm enters liquidation after 35 years
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‘Real hardship’ warning after hundreds of job losses at cake factory
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‘Passionate’ advocate who secured purchase of treasured woodland dies aged 92
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The Daily Brief: Cooler weather and rain forecast
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Drivers get out of cars on M5 to stretch legs after crash closes motorway
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Almost 5,000 jobs cut at Morrisons amid turnaround efforts
Morrisons shed almost 5,000 jobs last year as part of efforts by the private equity-backed grocer to shore up its finances. The Bradford-based retailer also revealed that its total debt levels rose further despite cost-cutting across the business. Morrisons revealed that its average monthly workforce fell from 101,144 people to 96,232 for the year to… More
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‘No signs of foul play’ relating to Hayden Panettiere’s death, police say
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DUP MP Jim Shannon to face criminal proceedings over assault on woman
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Al Fayed survivors call for PM to intervene after losing faith in Met Police
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Venue accepts it discriminated against Jewish comedian when it pulled show
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Nigella Lawson pictured with Bake Off co-stars for first time as new series teased
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UK high street giant collapsed into administration with 1,800 jobs lost owing £46m
A historic UK high street retail giant fell into administration with the loss of 1,800 jobs owing more than £46 million. Documents reveal for the first time events surrounding the collapse of the company founded in 1834 with the closure of all 168 stores, and that unsecured creditors face losing tens of millions of pounds…. More
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PHOTOS – Devastating footage shows ‘apocalyptic’ aftermath of wildfire
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Shoplifter jailed after breaching Criminal Behaviour Order
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Rain and thunderstorms forecast for UK as weather cools after fifth heatwave
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Man injured after multi-vehicle crash brings M5 to standstill
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Children invited to ‘finish’ the Bayeux Tapestry in competition
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Man proposes to partner after walking 96 miles in 36 hours in memory of her son
A Scottish man rounded off a 96-mile charity challenge in honour of his partner and her late son by proposing to her at the finish line. Benjamin Ward, 44, from Falkirk, said they were his “sole focus” as he completed the West Highland Way, a long distance hiking trail, in 36 hours and 48 minutes…. More
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Rain and cooler conditions forecast after fifth heatwave of the summer
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Rosebank consultation closes in ‘major step’ ahead of UK Government decision
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Disgraced ex-police officer who stole £12,000 handed lifetime ban
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Driver with ‘heavy right foot’ caught driving at twice the speed limit in Droitwich
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The farewell: Cake factory workers party after job losses and plant closure
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Several dead and injured in crash after car drove on wrong side of motorway
A number of people have died and others have been seriously injured in a crash involving a car driving in the wrong direction on a motorway in Co Kildare, Irish police said. Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly has described the head-on collision between two cars on the M9 as “horrific” and warned that “in some cases”… More
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Pilot injured in light aircraft crash at First World War-era aerodrome event
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Fire crews battle blazes in Belgium and Greece as two die on island near Athens
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Cambridge professor says university should continue Jason Arday investigation
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Campaigners celebrate as new pedestrian crossing is finally installed
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Extra volunteers wanted for Worcester City Runs
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Jeremy Clarkson beats hosepipe ban with green lawns at Cotswolds pub
Jeremy Clarkson has beaten the hosepipe ban with green lawns at his Cotswolds pub in Oxfordshire. A temporary hosepipe ban was put in place by Thames Water last month and remains in place across the county and surrounding areas. This follows a prolonged period of dry weather which has continued into August, with temperatures staying… More
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Brand-new pantry and gourmet food shop opens in town
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Town’s cinema celebrates ‘amazing’ opening for new venue and bar
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Fine for man who stole £850 bike in city
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Man caught on drugs after police chase dodges jail because he ‘turned life around’
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Charity opens first paediatric operating room in West Bank