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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Plans to convert cider family member's former home
The rundown house, last used as a retirement home, will become 23 apartments under the proposals.
'Floodmobile' visits to help people protect homes
The Floodmobile will visit Wellington in Herefordshire on Tuesday, and Ewyas Harold on Wednesday.
Fun events for cash-strapped families at Christmas
With the holidays approaching, a range of free and budget-friendly activities are on offer.
West Midlands news quiz of the week - test your knowledge
From a velvet suit worn by a Led Zep star to a teenager's major musical debut, did you see the news?
Leader of Green group claims party ban
Councillor Diana Toynbee says she has been banned from the party for her views on gender.
Worcester murder suspects bailed
Five are bailed while a sixth person is released with no further action to be taken.
'Honest' bakery wants customers to feel trusted
Susie White is using an honest box with the business on the driveway of her Worcester home.
Man jailed over extreme right-wing music
Norbert Gyurcsik is serving a sentence for distributing extreme right-wing music and material.
Tribute to woman killed in concrete mixer crash
Dorothy Costas was killed along with two others when a car was involved in a crash.
Young cancer patient to switch on Christmas lights
Seven-year-old Oliver gets the honour in his hometown after spending last Christmas in hospital.
Led Zep drummer Bonham's jacket sells for £15k
The five items up for sale bring in more than £40,000 altogether.
Name of new Worcestershire town revealed
Wychavon will initially be called Wychavon Town to avoid confusion.
Dog attacked by man with golf club
Police say they are keen to speak to people who may have been in the area at the time.
'Budget could be worse' - Worcester residents
People at a community kitchen say the Chancellor is helping the worst-off but others will pay for it.
Man injured on M5 Motorway after van overturns
The early-morning crash causes tailbacks of up to seven miles as lanes are closed.
Couple stop Christmas lights after vandalism
Malcolm Molloy says he feels "guilty" but said he and his wife have "had a good 22 years".
Community farm concerned at escalating vandalism
The head grower says this is not "an isolated event" after vandalism started "several months" ago.
Worcester sign Spandler, Cowan and Miell on loan
Worcester Warriors agree loan deals for Bath pair Jasper Spandler, who returns to the club, Tom Cowan and Leicester Tigers' Cameron Miell.
Notts to start title defence against Somerset
Title-holders Notts will start the 2026 County Championship with an away game against Somerset, while One-Day Cup winners Worcestershire face Derbyshire in their opening match.
How world's best are spearheading British doubles boom
Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool tell BBC Sport about finishing the year as the world's top-ranked doubles pairing - and why British doubles is in such good shape.
Worcester Warriors in 'really good place' - Cruse
Worcester Warriors assistant coach Tom Cruse says the squad have been "brilliant" in the first seven-game block to be second in the early Champ table.
T20 Blast fixtures and groups released for 2026 revamp
Somerset begin the defence of their Vitality Blast crown with a rematch of last season's final, hosting Hampshire Hawks in Taunton on Friday 22 May.
Ex-Hereford manager Newman dies aged 91
John Newman, the former Plymouth Argyle and Birmingham City defender and one of Exeter City's longest-serving managers, dies aged 91.
Worcestershire re-sign pace bowler Dwarshuis
Worcestershire re-sign Australia pace bowler Ben Dwarshuis for the entirety of next summer's T20 Blast.
What do we know about the new Wychavon Town?
The proposed 10,000 home town will be named after a district council due to be phased out.
The country's best burger: Made in Hereford
The Burger Shop brought home the Best Independent Burger prize.
Cold water swimming 'saved my life'
42-year-old Richard Williams says embracing the outdoors has turned his life around.
The Herefordshire actress making history in Miss Saigon
17 year old Bea Ward from Leominster is on tour with the musical as "Alternate Kim".
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Worcs sign wicketkeeper Johnson
Worcestershire agree a deal to bring Australian wicketkeeper Michael Johnson to New Road for the 2013 season.
Kidderminster sign winger Clancy
Kidderminster sign winger Sean Clancy on non-contract terms after his exit from Blue Square Bet North leaders Chester.
Worcester v London Welsh (Fri)
London Welsh travel to Worcester for Friday's Premiership fixture at Sixways (20:00 GMT)
Bulls must bolster squad - Foyle
Hereford boss Martin Foyle blames the thinness of his squad as the Bulls make a second cup exit at Edgar Street in five days.
Burr blames lack of cutting edge
Kidderminster Harriers boss Steve Burr says their finishing was not good enough in their FA Trophy defeat by Bromley.
Course closures bad news for racing as a whole
Horse racing cannot afford to lose more courses following the closures of Hereford and Folkestone, says Cornelius Lysaght
Racecourse holds final meeting
The final meeting is held at Hereford Racecourse, ending more than 200 years of horse racing in the city.
Perpignan 13-6 Worcester
Wales fly-half James Hook kicks Perpignan to victory over previously-unbeaten Worcester in the Amlin Challenge Cup.
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Tributes to boy who died after being hit by train
Former Nottingham Forest academy player Joshua Travis is remembered as having "incredible energy".
Manchester to London train to run without passengers
The 07:00 GMT train will only carry staff to London following a decision by the rail regulator.
Dozens arrested at pro-Palestine demonstrations
Demonstrations were co-ordinated in cities including Bristol, Manchester and Birmingham.
Terminally ill boy gets final wish to meet Santa
Jacob from Merseyside has met Santa one last time after an "amazing" response to his mum's plea.
'Women want answers on breast cancer care harms'
Solicitors say they are getting calls every day about the County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust.
Twice-deported man jailed for re-entering country
The Albanian national was first deported after being convicted of drugs offences, Leeds Crown Court heard.
'Blind Date paired me with a future TV presenter'
Donda Michaelas, from Bearsted, went on a date with Jenni Falconer in 1994 on the popular TV show.
Villagers fear overtourism has hit 'breaking point'
Visitors to a Cotswolds hotspot are becoming "disillusioned" due to overcrowding, locals say.
Car driver hits caravan after drinking on train
Heather Allmond is sentenced for drink driving after getting behind the wheel of her car at a station.
Two men arrested after man dies following fight
Franklin Francis, 56, died in hospital two days after he was found unresponsive, police say.
Synagogue attack suspect to be questioned further
Officers are questioning a 31-year-old man who was arrested at Manchester Airport on Thursday.
Builder covers home with 235,000 Christmas lights
The display includes reindeer on the roof, huge glittering snowflakes and a Santa figure.
Source: BBC News
