The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word WORRIT
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The straight part
We know that "cause for concern locally" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case cause for concern locally = worrit.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does WORRIT mean?
WORRIT noun- Worry; anxiety.
- One who worries excessively or unnecessarily.
- To worry; to be anxious.
- To worry (someone); to cause to be anxious.
- Worried.