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Nigel Farage defends his response to Henry Nowak murder amid criticism from PM
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Israel and Lebanon to renew ceasefire with Hezbollah banned from security zones
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Universal unveils UK theme park name and logo as £7.3bn investment announced
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The bovine office – Donald Trump lookalike buffalo thrills Bangladesh zoo crowds
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Residents fear ‘misery’ as homes could be surrounded by new industrial estate
RESIDENTS say the development of a huge new industrial estate on their doorstep would make their lives “a misery”. Maximus Group has put forward plans for an 11.8-hectare site off Blackpole Road, which it says would create more than 400 jobs for Worcester. But if the plans are approved, the entrance to the industrial estate… More
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Police inspector shares message as he bids fond farewell to community
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Man accused of attacking woman and kicking dog until it bled
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Danger warning after swimmers trespass at hazardous quarry
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Landlady ‘couldn’t sleep’ after objects launched at pub in late-night attack
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Man accused of flashing at city railway station
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UK brewery enters administration as survival crisis mounts amid ‘challenging costs’
A major brewery has entered administration as the UK’s independent beer sector faces mounting financial pressure. Redemption Brewing Company, based in north London, has appointed FRP Advisory as administrators and is continuing to trade while a buyer is sought. The brewery, established in 2010, has been credited with helping to revive the capital’s craft beer… More
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Ex-Sturgeon aide calls for independent inquiry into Murrell embezzlement case
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Shia LaBeouf pleads guilty to battery for punching revellers during Mardi Gras
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Yvette Cooper vows to continue raising Jimmy Lai case with Chinese government
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Nissan set to build Chery vehicles at Sunderland plant
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Dutch judge rejects Jewish group’s bid to block Kanye West concerts
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Mystery as pond in popular park turns pink – residents told to avoid area
RESIDENTS have been warned to avoid a pond in a Worcestershire park after its water turned pink. Malvern Hills District Council has launched an investigation after the pond in Priory Park turned a shade of pink. READ MORE: Priory Park duck pond in Great Malvern concerns reader A spokesperson for Malvern Hills District Council said:… More
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Brothers set records running non-stop from John O’Groats to Land’s End
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Sir Edward Elgar and the ‘wound that never healed’
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Police officer to appeal dismissal over ‘genuine error’ overtime claims
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Companies raise £10,000 for MND charities in memory of a friend
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Controversial van with cheeky slogan subject to enforcement action
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Muddy and flooded play area transformed into safe space for children
A community-led project has created a safer and more accessible outdoor play area for children. Platform Housing Group spearheaded the transformation of the space at the Lighthouse Family Centre in Worcester as part of its Communities Connected programme. It brings together colleagues, community organisations, contractors, and businesses to deliver social value projects. The play area… More
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First company in UK purchases Worcester-made machine tool
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UK-France mission to secure Strait of Hormuz ‘a catch-22’, says Marco Rubio
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Natalie McNally’s former partner to be sentenced for her murder
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Kate and Davina McCall speak about cancer experiences at charity reception
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Shabana Mahmood condemns violence at protests over Henry Nowak murder
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Literary Festival returns with crowning of new Poet Laureate
A literary festival is set to return for another week of inspiring words, performances, and creative events. Now in its 16th year, the Worcestershire Literary Festival gets underway on Sunday, June 7, and runs until Saturday, June 13. It is a free, ticketless programme offering opportunities to enjoy poetry and storytelling around Worcester, as well… More
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I tried a murder mystery treasure hunt across Worcestershire villages
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Natwest, Halifax, Lloyds and more closing 87 UK bank branches in June
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Eydens Auto Locksmiths warn of costly mistakes van drivers often make
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British couple jailed in Iran on espionage charges lose appeal, family say
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Starmer defends disappearing WhatsApp messages use after Mandelson files release
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Funeral held for soldier who died at Royal Windsor Horse Show
The funeral has taken place for the soldier who died after falling from her horse at the Royal Windsor Horse Show. Family, friends, regimental senior staff and military colleagues filled The Guards’ Chapel, Wellington Barracks, in central London, to pay their respects to Lance Bombardier Ciara Sullivan. The 24-year-old, who was part of the King’s… More
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Boy struck down with serious illness ‘scared of falling ill again’, mother says
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Closure on key stretch of M5 will take place overnight
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New private GP surgery opens in city centre offering same-day appointments
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Hotel and cellar dating back to 1800s discovered hidden under car park
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Major new industrial park on edge of city could create 440 jobs