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Reports of air ambulance landing in Kidderminster
THERE have been reports of an air ambulance landing this evening amid a police incident. Residents have contacted the Shuttle saying that the air ambulance landed at the bus station around 6pm today (Tuesday May 14) . It is believed there were
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Latest cases heard at Kidderminster Magistrates' Court
The following cases have been heard at Kidderminster Magistrates' Court in the last week. WILLIAM EDNEY, of Mayfield Close, Kidderminster, pleaded guilty to driving a motor vehicle when his alcohol level was above the limit. Edney was accused
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Masked men acting suspiciously in Kidderminster
POLICE have issued a warning over masked men acting suspiciously in the Offmore area at night. Men wearing dark clothing and masks were seen in Sheraton Drive. They were walking up drives and looking at cars at around 11pm on Monday May 13
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Harriers 'fan favourite' signs new deal at club
HARRIERS 'fan favourite' Ashley Hemmings has penned a new contract with the club. Kidderminster Harriers will be heading into the new season with the Aggborough talisman on board after signing a fresh deal. Hemmings has racked up close to
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VIDEO: Pub's missing hanging baskets returned with apology note
HANGING baskets that were taken from a pub have now been returned – along with a written note apologising to the owners. The Plough Inn, on Cleobury Road, Far Forest, went viral on social media as owners went on a mission to get their hanging baskets
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Traffic concerns raised over new homes off 'rat run' road
RESIDENTS have raised traffic fears over a plan to build nine new homes in a garden. A planning application was recently submitted to Wyre Forest District Council for the new homes on land at 154 St John's Avenue in Kidderminster, which is near
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PCC left 'deeply disappointed' as West Mercia Police rated inadequate
The Police and Crime Commissioner has shared his disappointment after West Mercia Police was rated 'inadequate' for its response to serious and organised crime. PCC John Campion said the rating was "deeply disappointing" and not reflective of
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Speedy justice for prolific Kidderminster burglar who targeted town businesses
A PROLIFIC burglar who targeted a string of Kidderminster businesses is now behind bars after he was arrested just yesterday. Luke Badham was jailed for 12 months today (Tuesday May 14) thanks to the swift actions of Wyre Forest police officers
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Police force rated 'inadequate' in response to serious and organised crime
West Mercia Police has been rated 'inadequate' in its response to serious and organised crime according to a report by a force watchdog. The report was published by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS
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Kidderminster carpet fitter retires after 50 years in same job
A KIDDERMINSTER carpet fitter has called it a day after spending 50 years in the same job. Colin Hatton was just 16 and a school leaver when he started work at Kidderminster Carpet Factory on Birmingham Road. He went on to become head carpet
