NEWS
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Homes evacuated as wildfire spreads through village field
SMOKE towered above a village as a fire raged in a field just yards from homes. Dozens of residents of Harvington, near Evesham, had to be evacuated from their homes in response to a rapidly spreading blaze, which started in a field on Sunday morning (August 2). Many of the residents found solace at the… More
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Play area reopens for summer after £100K refurbishment
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Jeremy Clarkson praised for his efforts as he admits ‘no feeling like it’
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EastEnders icon Shane Richie due in court next month
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Deadpool star announced as Lord Voldemort in Harry Potter series
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Why recommissioning family hubs is ‘one of the easiest decisions ever’
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Great pub walks in Worcester and beyond that are about more than booze
A REWARDING pint is never far away on walks in Worcester and its surrounding areas – but it doesn’t have to be all about the booze. Here are five ideas for outdoor adventures that are as much about the rich history and attractive scenery as the liquid refreshment. Stunning views, wildlife, nature, local history and… More
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Ex-police officer accused of ‘sexualised and offensive’ language while on duty
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Man banned after being caught drink driving near Malvern
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One of West Midlands’ largest croquet clubs proposes ‘practical upgrade’
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‘Inappropriate’ plans for 45 homes on edge of village rejected by planning committee
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Next date confirmed for opening of tower at National Trust property
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New vineyard joins award-winning Worcestershire wine group amid celebrations
Celebrations are in order after a successful year for a wine group, which has led to the welcoming of a new site. The Malvern Hills Vineyards, a collection of six vineyards, have welcomed the new vineyard, Deer Park, into its association following an award-winning year for its wines. The new addition, Deer Park, is a… More
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Pace and ambition make County Durham the place to do business
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New owner at city vape shop
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Fire crisis eases in western Europe but worsens in Greece as winds fan flames
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Spain installs sea barrier on Ceuta’s border after frontier rush that killed 67
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Hamburg Pride draws 300,000 with increased security after fatal attack in Berlin
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King enjoys a dram as he attends Mey Highland Games
The King sipped a dram of whisky as he attended the Mey Highland Games in the north of Scotland, where he saw a number of traditional sports. Wearing his traditional kilt, the King met spectators and competitors enjoying the Caithness event on Saturday. Charles has held the title of Chieftain at the Mey Highland Games… More
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Rock legend offers help to Jeremy Clarkson’s farm in the Cotswolds
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Chippy with nearly 700k TikTok followers goes viral with ‘giant chip butty’ video
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Councillor ‘does not accept’ the state of town’s shopping centre
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Worcestershire pubs named among the top 500 in the country
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The hidden Worcestershire village surrounded by one of Britain’s rarest woodlands
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UK temperatures to cool with ‘chilly start’ to the weekend for many
Temperatures are expected to cool for parts of the UK with a chilly start to the weekend for many, forecasters have said. It follows days of hot and humid weather with the Met Office announcing that England and Wales are on course for the driest July since records began. The forecaster said Saturday will bring… More
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William and Kate joined by children as they watch Commonwealth Games action
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Children Of The Wicker Man director Justin Hardy dies aged 61
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Labour wins Greater Manchester mayoral by-election after marathon vote count
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Europe’s wildfire crisis eases in west as danger shifts east to Greece
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Surf’s pup for top dogs as they ride waves at annual championships
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Victims call Robert Bush jail term ‘atrocious’ as Government vows regulation
The Government vowed to formally regulate the funeral sector as grieving families criticised the 20-year prison sentence handed to crooked funeral director Robert Bush. Bush, 48, breached his customers’ trust “on an industrial scale” for 12 years by hoarding bodies for months, giving relatives the wrong ashes, selling fake funeral plans and stealing charity donations… More
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Crews reduce appliances at Suffolk wildfire as National Trust launch fundraiser
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Bomber among three killed in Moscow restaurant explosion, Russian officials say
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Our high street is dying, so I asked 6 experts how they can be saved
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Worcester’s ‘Rubber Man’ defied surgeons and became a wartime star
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Weekend weather: Temperatures set to climb with little chance of rain