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NEWS | The grave of First World War soldier, Serjeant (Sjt) William Clay Cubberley, aged 28, of 2nd Battalion The Worcestershire Regiment, has finally been marked more than a century after his death
The new headstone over Sjt Cubberley's grave features an inscription chosen by his great nephew, John Cubberley. The rededication service,...
NEWS | West Mercia Police officers carried out drugs warrant and seized items from a property this morningÂ
West Mercia Police officers have carried out a drugs warrant in the Malvern area this morning and seized a number of items. Kempsey and...
NEWS | A baby Grevy’s zebra has been born at West Midland Safari Park, marking a great step towards a conservation programme for endangered species
A baby Grevy’s zebra has been born at West Midland Safari Park, marking a great step towards a conservation programme for endangered...
NEWS | The price of a First Class stamp to rise to £1.10 from Monday 3rd April – an increase of 15p
From 3 April 2023, the price of a First Class stamp will increase by 15p to £1.10p, and the price of a Second Class stamp will increase by...
NEWS | Major disruption to rail services between Hereford and Worcester this afternoonÂ
There is currently major disruption affecting rail services between Hereford and Worcester. The disruption is caused by a points failure...
NEWS | Police appeal after a man in his 20s died in a collision on Tuesday
Officers are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision at Blakes Hill in North Littleton near Evesham. The collision happened...
NEWS | Major delays near Worcester following a serious incident on the M5 this morningÂ
There are severe delays near Worcester this morning following a serious incident on the M5. Emergency services, including West Mercia...
NEWS | Two women arrested after crack cocaine and heroin were found at an address during a police raidÂ
Two women have been arrested after quantities of heroin and crack cocaine were discovered at an address in Malvern. A spokesperson for...
FEATURED | Herefordshire encouraged to Embrace Equity for International Women’s Day on 8th March
CAPTION: Inspector Julz Watson (West Mercia Police), Lee Gough (Megan Baker House) and Sharon Smith (Herefordshire & Worcestershire...
NEWS | West Mercia Police issue an appeal after a man suffered life changing injuries in a collision overnight
West Mercia Police are appealing for witnesses after a man suffered life changing injuries in a collision overnight. The collision...
NEWS | Police appeal for help in finding a man following a fire that is being treated as arson at a property
West Mercia Police officers are searching for a man who they believe may be able to help them with their enquiries in to a house fire in...
NEWS | Police scene guard in place due to ongoing investigation into a possible arson at a property near a railway station overnightÂ
West Mercia Police officers are on the scene of a possible arson that occurred overnight in Malvern. Fire crews were called to a property...
NEWS | The price of a First Class stamp to rise to £1.10 from 3rd April – an increase of 15p
From 3 April 2023, the price of a First Class stamp will increase by 15p to £1.10p, and the price of a Second Class stamp will increase by...
UK NEWS | The Legal age of marriage in England and Wales rises to 18
The Marriage and Civil Partnership (Minimum Age) Act 2022, which gained Royal Assent in April last year, has come into force today (27...
NEWS | Police appeal after a Ford Transit van was reportedly involved in several incidents in Herefordshire and parts of Worcestershire during February
West Mercia Police are appealing for information following a number of thefts at farms and rural small holdings in Herefordshire and South...
INFO | Did you know that it is illegal to ride an e-scooter on public roads, pavements, cycle lanes and pedestrian-only areas in HerefordshireÂ
Did you know that it is illegal to ride an E-scooter on public roads, pavements, cycle lanes and pedestrian-only areas in Herefordshire. A...
NEWS | A 30-year-old man has been sentenced to 21 years for rape after sentencing at Worcester Crown Court
A man has been sentenced to 21 years for rape. David Gilks, 30, of Sayers Avenue in Malvern, was sentenced at Worcester Crown Court on...
NEWS | Drug dealer who supplied heroin and cocaine in the West Mercia Police area will spend longer in prison after having his sentence more than doubled
A drug dealer who supplied heroin and cocaine has had his sentence more than doubled following a hearing at the Court of Appeal on 17...
NEWS | West Mercia Police continues to address male violence against women and girls with their latest campaign to support students in the area
As a joint project with all of the colleges and universities in Herefordshire, West Mercia Police have undertaken an initiative to support...
NEWS | Nearly half of drivers break speed limit on 60mph country roads – highest level seen by RAC since 2016
There has been a significant rise in the proportion of drivers who admit to speeding on 60mph rural roads where more deaths occur than on...
NEWS | West Mercia Police appeal for witnesses following fatal collision involving a car and a pedestrianÂ
West Mercia Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision involving a car and a pedestrian near Malvern. Officers...
NEWS | 15-year-old boy sentenced to life with a minimum of 14 years detention for murder of 53-year-old man
A 15-year-old boy has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 14 years detention for the murder of Ian Kirwan in March 2022. The boy, who...
NEWS | Local sex offender will spend longer in prison following referral to Court of AppealÂ
Kevin Humphries, from Worcester, had his 18-month sentence referred to the Court of Appeal under the Unduly Lenient Sentence scheme....
WHAT’S ON? | Popular CBeebies children’s character Bluey to visit West Midland Safari Park this half term
West Midland Safari Park is excited to announce that popular CBeebies children’s character Bluey, will be entertaining guests during...
NEWS | Can you help police find 19-year-old John HollandÂ
Can you help West Mercia Police find 19-year-old John Holland? West Mercia Police are keen to speak to the 19-year-old in relation to a...
NEWS | Police appeal for witnesses following reports of suspicious behaviour by a man in his 40s
West Mercia Police are appealing for information following reports of suspicious behaviour by a man in his 40s. A spokesperson for...
NEWS | West Mercia Police support students in Herefordshire calling for a time for change and safer streets across the region
CAPTION: L-R Inspector Julie Watson (West Mercia Police) handing over branded merchandise for students, to the NMITE team: Natalie Hanson,...
NEWS | West Mercia support students in Herefordshire calling for a time for change and safer streets across the region
CAPTION: L-R Inspector Julie Watson (West Mercia Police) handing over branded merchandise for students, to the NMITE team: Natalie Hanson,...
NEWS | Early action by the Environment Agency protected more than 4,000 homes and businesses in the Wye and Severn catchment areas from the devastation of flooding this January
Early action by the Environment Agency protected more than 4,000 homes and businesses in the West Midlands from the devastation of...