Historic Worcester shoe shop to close after 153 years
Robin Elt Shoes in Worcester, open since 1872, will shut its doors for good in January 2026. The family-run business cites financial unviability. Discover the impact on the city.
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Car dangles over River Severn after parking mishap
A £40,000 Audi was left teetering above the River Severn in Worcester after the driver ignored warning signs. The vehicle was towed to safety. Read the full story.
Bristol student dies, five arrested on suspicion of murder
A murder probe is underway after 30-year-old Bristol university student Vijay Kumar was found with serious injuries in Worcester. Five men have been arrested and bailed. Police appeal for information.
M5 chaos: Overturned van causes 5-mile delays
An overturned van on the M5 northbound has caused 5 miles of congestion and 60-minute delays during Thursday's rush hour. Three lanes remain closed. Expect normal traffic by 1pm.
Six arrested after fatal Worcester street attack
A man in his 30s has died following a shocking assault on Barbourne Road in Worcester. Police have arrested six individuals. Read the latest on this murder investigation.
Jockey gets 9-year ban for preventing horse win
Conditional jockey Dylan Kitts receives a nine-year ban for deliberately preventing his horse from winning at Worcester. The BHA sends a strong message on racing integrity.
Mum must demolish £170k 'eyesore' garden extension
A mother in Worcester is ordered to tear down her £170,000 garden building after a planning row with neighbours. Discover the full story behind the council's devastating ruling.
Worcester homeowner faces £170k demolition order
A Worcester mother spent £170,000 building a detached house for her disabled daughter without planning permission. The council has ordered its demolition. Discover the full story.
£1 junk shop vase valued at £30,000 on Antiques Roadshow
A seemingly ordinary vase bought for just £1 in a Welsh junk shop turned out to be a priceless 18th-century Chinese treasure, stunning Antiques Roadshow experts with its £30,000 valuation.
£2 charity shop vase worth thousands as rare Chinese artefact
A man's £2 charity shop purchase turned into the find of a lifetime when experts identified it as a valuable 18th-century Chinese vase, set to fetch thousands at auction.
Jockey Tommie Jakes dies after Worcester race fall
The racing world mourns as 37-year-old jockey Tommie Jakes passes away following a catastrophic fall during a race at Worcester, sparking safety discussions across the sport.
Antiques Roadshow expert emotional over father's dying wish
In a heart-wrenching Antiques Roadshow episode, specialist John Sandon becomes emotional while revealing the incredible story behind his late father's dying wish and a precious collection of Worcester porcelain.
Sir Robert Worcester: Polling Pioneer Dies at 91
Tributes pour in for the legendary pollster and political strategist Sir Robert Worcester, whose innovative work transformed how Britain understands public opinion and elections.
Man in court over murder of 13-week-old baby boy
A 28-year-old man has been remanded into custody after appearing at Worcester Magistrates' Court, charged with the murder of an infant boy who suffered catastrophic injuries.
Jockey Graham Lee critical after Worcester race fall
Champion jockey Graham Lee remains in critical condition following a catastrophic fall at Worcester Racecourse that has sent shockwaves through the horse racing community.
Cracked loft vase revealed as £100k Ming treasure
A seemingly worthless cracked vase discovered in a British family's loft turns out to be a rare 15th-century Ming Dynasty treasure, set to fetch up to £100,000 at auction.
Emma Watson's Secret Oxford Life Revealed
Harry Potter star Emma Watson has created an exclusive sanctuary at Oxford University, living a surprisingly private life away from Hollywood's glare while pursuing her studies in complete luxury.
Man pushed onto tracks at Worcester Park Station
British Transport Police launch urgent appeal after man violently shoved onto railway tracks at Worcester Park Station in terrifying late-night incident. Witnesses sought.
The Fall of Wedgwood: How a British Icon Crashed
An investigation into the dramatic decline of Wedgwood, the iconic British pottery brand that once graced every middle-class home. Discover the business missteps and changing tastes that led to its downfall.
£1 Charity Shop Vase Valued at £20,000 on Antiques Roadshow
An Antiques Roadshow expert left a guest speechless after valuing a vase she found in a charity shop for just £1 at a staggering £20,000, uncovering its hidden imperial history.
Sir Robert Worcester, Pioneering Pollster, Dies at 91
Renowned British pollster and political commentator Sir Robert Worcester, founder of MORI, passes away at 91, leaving an indelible legacy on UK politics and public opinion research.
Jockey Faces BHA Inquiry After Worcester Race Fall
Jockey Ben Kitts is under investigation by the British Horseracing Authority after a heavy fall from Hillsin at Worcester, sparking concerns over his use of the whip prior to the incident.
£2.49 charity shop vase valued at £2,500 by experts
A savvy shopper discovered a rare Chinese porcelain vase worth thousands in a British charity shop for just £2.49, leaving antiques specialists astonished by the remarkable find.
Antiques Roadshow: Broken garden statue valued at £30,000
A jaw-dropping Antiques Roadshow moment saw a seemingly worthless broken statue, kept in a garden for years, valued at an astonishing £30,000 by expert Lee Young.
Priceless Limoges porcelain stolen in daring museum heist
A major theft at Limoges' Adrien Dubouché Institute sees rare 18th & 19th-century porcelain treasures stolen. Police investigate the sophisticated overnight raid.
ICE agents use tow truck in dramatic highway arrest
Exclusive details reveal how ICE agents commandeered a tow truck to apprehend fugitive Bobby Nuñez in a daring highway operation in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Labour wins major business backing from Glasgow and Worcester firms
In a significant boost for Sir Keir Starmer, prominent businesses in Glasgow and Worcester publicly endorse Labour's economic strategy, criticising Tory 'chaos' and praising Labour's pro-growth agenda.
Serial Dine-and-Dash Couple Hunted After 3 Restaurant Scams
A brazen couple is being hunted by police after a dine-and-dash spree, leaving three restaurants with unpaid bills totalling hundreds of pounds in just four days. Their audacious scam has been caught on CCTV, sparking a nationwide manhunt.
Antiques Roadshow Star Henry Sandon Dies Aged 95
The beloved ceramics expert and Antiques Roadshow stalwart Henry Sandon has passed away peacefully at 95. The broadcasting world mourns a true icon.
Urgent Hunt For Man With Distinctive Hand Tattoos
West Mercia Police have launched an urgent appeal to locate 62-year-old Andrew Last, who has a distinctive 'love' and 'hate' tattoo on his hands. He was last seen in the Warndon area of Worcester.
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