NEWS
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Wagamama introduces major change to customers for first time in 34-year history
Wagamama has launched a major change for the first time in its history as it introduces same-day bookings for all group sizes, ending its walk-in-only policy. Since opening in 1992, the pan-Asian chain has operated without reservations, inviting diners to queue for seats in its branches. Tables can now be reserved in advance or on the… More
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Worcester Coworking opens flexible workspace on Castle Street
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UK’s worst-rated bank branches have been revealed by customers – how did yours do?
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Water bills set to fall by £240million next year – but households face a catch
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Rescuers face ‘challenging’ conditions in search for crew of lost fishing boat
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Sally Rooney’s books withdrawn from UK over her support of Palestine Action
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Mary Berry, 91, opens up on her marriage after retirement home joy
Dame Mary Berry has opened up on her marriage after previously experiencing joy at an Oxfordshire retirement home. The legendary cook was a judge on The Great British Bake Off during the BBC years between 2010 and 2016, before it left for Channel 4. Dame Mary has lived in Henley, in the south of Oxfordshire,… More
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Man dies as M5 crash closes motorway in Somerset for nearly 12 hours
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‘I thought it was a prank’: Staff left shocked after president visits restaurant
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NHS in Worcestershire ‘failing’ says chair of health committee
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Fire breaks out in open as multiple crews sent to village to tackle blaze
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Prosecution set to open case in Russell Brand rape and sexual assault trial
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Strong winds to hit north-west Scotland as weather warning issued
Strong winds are set to hit parts of north-west Scotland on Wednesday, with forecasters warning of disruption to travel and possible power cuts. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for strong winds covering the Outer Hebrides (Na h-Eileanan Siar), Skye and part of the western Highlands. The warning comes into force at 10am… More
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Raising gaming machine tax could put 3,800 casino jobs at risk, report warns
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Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis jailed for 40 years to life over Tupac Shakur murder
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New species of dinosaur discovered from fossil ‘overlooked’ for over 100 years
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What we know after main road closed following car crash
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Worcester among first areas for new domestic abuse support programme
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Children of foster carers recognised for their vital role
Children who help welcome foster children into their homes are being celebrated for the important part they play in fostering families. Worcestershire County Council’s fostering service is marking Children of Foster Carers’ Week, which runs from October 12-18, and highlights the contributions of birth children in supporting foster children. Many foster children build trust first… More
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Police celebrate ‘fantastic’ cadets during National Cadet Week
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Two taken to hospital with serious injuries after crash in village
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Drivers warned of overnight M5 closures across Worcestershire this week
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Officer sacked from police after he stole Sainsbury’s carrier bags worth £1.20
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12,000 jobs at risk as UK high street chain with 600 stores could face administration
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Katie Price denies being ‘vengeful’ towards rape-accused ex-husband
Reality star Katie Price has denied being “angry and vengeful” towards her ex-husband who is on trial accused of raping a 13-year-old girl, a court heard. Giving evidence from behind a screen, the television personality denied she held any animosity towards 39-year-old Kieran Hayler after he had an affair with their nanny. Jurors heard Ms… More
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Six Flags closes nine rides after man falls to his death from rollercoaster
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Pathologist suggests alcoholism condition could have killed Lurgan woman
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Greta Thunberg backs French protests over run-down schools
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Reason why city supermarket was unexpectedly evacuated revealed
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Worcester reacts to advanced driver’s damning roundabout verdict
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Plea hearing for man accused of multiple rapes and coercive behaviour delayed
A PLEA hearing for a man accused of multiple rapes has been delayed after he lacked any legal representation at the hearing. Ashley Withers, 30, appeared at Worcester Crown Court sitting in Redditch, on Monday (October 12), charged with three counts of rape and one count of coercive and controlling behaviour. However, the court heard… More
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‘Appalling’ scale of city rubbish grot spot so bad it blocks canal
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Call to replace Malvern Hills Trust levy with flat fee branded ‘confusing’
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New £1.3m depot opens by M5 near Worcestershire creating 38 permanent jobs
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Nursery group appoints new SEND and inclusion lead
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Over 1,000 jobs created as 110 old Beefeater, Brewers and Cookhouse sites to reopen