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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Fire service changes response to automated alarms
The fire service says it wants to makes sure crews are available to deal with genuine emergencies.
Letby wanted first baby death 'out of the way'
A nurse who worked with the serial killer said she never suspected someone could be harming babies.
'I?m going to give it everything' - kart racer, 11
Zachary says he is nervous for his race on Monday and thanks everyone for their support.
My push to make town dementia-friendly
Training sessions will be offered to locals to help them understand the disease.
How to plant a tree for free in Wychavon
The district council is offering tree packs for landowners and community groups to plant this winter.
Your photos: Frost, fungus and a foraging squirrel
Take a look at some of the West Midlands' best pictures from the past seven days.
Plea for chicken manure plant plans to be reviewed
A council previously said permission for the application "cannot legally be granted".
Music cafe forced to close after seven years
Owners Rachel and Kit Hale Patrick say rising rent, bills and stock prices leave them no choice.
Football club secures new floodlights after delay
Work to install the new LED lighting system is expected to start as early as Monday.
Man charged with attempted murder after two stabbed
The alleged assault took place at a property in Moorfield Street, Hereford on Wednesday.
Green party MP to give part of salary to charity
MP Ellie Chowns said her salary of £91,346 was more than she needed.
Public asked for views on crematorium refurbishment
Updating the site to greener systems is proposed, along with changes to the chapel.
Northern Lights sparkle across the West Midlands
Thursday night saw some of the best displays in the region of the year.
Worcester confirm bid to return to professional rugby
Worcester Warriors take a major step towards a return to professional rugby with a formal bid to join the second-tier Championship.
Mooted club returns great for game - Premiership boss
The boss of Premiership Rugby says he welcomes the prospective return to professional rugby of Wasps, Worcester and London Irish.
Championship bid 'good news' for Warriors fans
Worcester Warriors Supporters Trust welcome the club's intention to apply for a place in next season's Championship.
The team spirit in the sky for D'Oliveira's Pears
Worcestershire captain Brett D'Olivieira highlights the Josh Baker factor as part of the 'team spirit' that inspired the Pears' season.
Worcestershire retire Baker's shirt number 33
Worcestershire retire the shirt number 33 - worn by Josh Baker - in tribute to the left-arm spinner who passed away in May aged 20.
Could Worcester Warriors be back?
Worcester Warriors have applied for a place next season's extended Championship.
Worcester man caught up in Hurricane Milton
Ashton Price says the windows have been bending in, during the storm's fiercest winds.
'Amazing' history of Diglis Locks
The historic part of Worcester has been at the hub of the city for 180 years.
'Why we had to close our Worcester music venue'
The owners of Paradiddles on Sidbury reflect on the end of an era.
The shop in Ledbury which moved!
The Herefordshire butchers celebrated 47 years on the high street by moving over the road.
'A goose on the loose' in Stourport
Can we track down the newest resident of Stourport Marina, who has been lost by locals?
Bromsgrove couple ?stranded by hurricane? in Florida
Melanie Rutter and Daniel King say they are preparing for the worst with Hurricane Milton.
Clash of the condiments: Lea & Perrins versus Henderson's
The people of Worcester make their verdict clear in the battle of Worcestershire sauces.
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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Dad told police he killed Sara Sharif, court hears
Urfan Sharif claims his wife caused Sara's death and he was trying to protect her, a jury hears.
CCTV shows moments leading up to fatal stabbings
The teenagers were killed in a case of mistaken identity, the court has been told.
Vial had 'enough poison to kill thousands'
A public inquiry examining the death of Dawn Sturgess has heard evidence from the former Russian spy.
Gambling great-grandma sentenced over £115k theft
Recorder Ruth Brander says Bent's gambling was a "misguided attempt" to repay her debts.
Family wants new investigation into fatal attack
Riccardo Holness' family are fundraising for legal representation ahead of an inquest into his death.
XL bully put down after 'brutal' attack
The dog was previously saved from being destroyed, but had since attacked another, police say.
Northern agrees to scrap railcard fare prosecutions
The rail operator says it is working with the government to simplify it price structure.
Boy sustains 'life-threatening' injury in bus crash
Police in Cornwall say the crash, involving a double-decker bus, occurred on Meaver Road.
Mum jailed over daughter's death snubs her inquest
Debbie Leitch, 24, was found dead in her home in Blackpool in 2019, an inquest has heard.
Police make TV appeal to find hired killer
Detectives want to hear from people who visited certain pubs in the 1980s.
Countdown champion accused of stabbing rival
John Cowen allegedly attacked man with a knife at a quiz-themed event in Blackpool, a court hears.
Hold Me Tight: 24,000 screws used for Beatles art
Darren Timby uses different coloured screws to create portraits of musicians and celebrities.
Source: BBC News
