HOLLY Baron, aged three, was simply having a bubbly Christmas time when she was out enjoying a day's shopping in Worcester with her family. In the Hopmarket she happened on the nearest the city is going to get to a white Christmas this year. The frothy
FORMER county boarding school headmaster Colin Wheeler was starting a nine-month sentence today after being convicted of a sex attack on a male pupil in his care. The former head of Bredon School fondled the naked teenager under the guise of measuring
Rosemary Wood celebrated her 60th birthday by retiring yesterday - after 45 years at Gus Home Shopping, formerly Kays of Worcester. The accounts assistant witnessed the computer revolution in the early 1970s and has worked in four different premises during
A PACKED Worcester Cathedral was filled with the real spirit of Christmas for the Evening News annual carol concert. More than 1,000 people, many of them Worcester's best-known dignitaries, enjoyed an evening of uplifting music to get them into the festive
ON Sunday, December 17, the Junior Church presented to the congregation "Christmas for a Donkey", the Christmas story as seen through the eyes of the donkey that Mary rode to Bethlehem. The cast was Mary - Erin Clarke, Joseph - Glen Colton, The Donkey
THE 35th Annual General Meeting of the Castlemorton Common Association was held in December at the Plume of Feathers, and was well attended. After the Minutes had been read and approved the Chairman reported that the events held during the past year had
THE Annual Christingle Service will take place on Christmas Eve at 4pm in St James Church. All children are invited to come along with their Christingles for this very beautiful service. Last week in a beautifully decorated Ale House an evening of carols
GUARLFORD & Madresfield Parish held its Christmas Carol Service last Sunday morning at St Mary's Church, Guarlford, which was beautifully decorated for the season. The combined choirs from Guarlford, Madresfield and Powick churches led the singing
MALVERN memories of Arthur Troyte Griffith are included in a new edition of an audio tape compiled by artist and writer Catherine Moody. Troyte - A Memoir was first produced by Miss Moody two years ago as a 60-minute tape based on research by members
directions WALK north beside the B4202 and turn right when you come to the village school. Ignore a turning for Suffolk Lane and keep straight on past a green towards Abberley Village. At a junction by St Michael's Church in the village centre fork left
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers boss Jan Molby has issued a "watch out" warning to his players ahead of tomorrow's Nationwide League Division Three clash against Hull City at Boothferry Park (3.0). The former Liverpool star fears a backlash from The Tigers following
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers boss Jan Molby has issued a "watch out" warning to his players ahead of tomorrow's Nationwide League Division Three clash against Hull City at Boothferry Park (3.0). The former Liverpool star fears a backlash from The Tigers following
IT is important to understand the reason why the Malvern Hills District Council has found itself in such grave financial problems and why, as announced in the Malvern Gazette, there are plans to raise Council Tax and delay expenditures, for instance,
Having read Stephen Hart's letter (Postbag, December 1), I feel compelled to reply to several points that he made. 1. He is the Labour Parliamentary spokesman for the Leominster constituency and maybe this explains why he seems not to have noticed the
AS Christmas approaches, people will be thinking of giving money to charities. But how many ever think about where this money goes? To assist those who want to help people without harming animals, the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) have compiled
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers boss Jan Molby has issued a "watch out" warning to his players ahead of tomorrow's Nationwide League Division Three clash against Hull City at Boothferry Park (3.0). The former Liverpool star fears a backlash from The Tigers following
WORCESTER City manager John Barton is confident his side can shrug off their injury problems and return to winning ways tomorrow. City's home clash with King's Lynn in the Dr Martens League Premier Division (3pm) may be an ideal opportunity for them to
EVESHAM United could face playing four games in eight days over the New Year weekend -- after their FA Umbro Trophy second round tie at Cinderford Town was postponed last night for a FIFTH time. The new date for the clash is likely to be Wednesday, January
PREPARATIONS for Redmarley 2001, the vintage and veteran motorcycle hillclimb, are now well under way. The event was revived earlier this year after a 29-year absence and drew huge crowds to the course, near Great Witley. Next year's event will be at
ELDERLY people living in and around Malvern are celebrating after receiving an early Christmas present from the National Lottery Charities Board. The Malvern and District branch of Age Concern has struck lucky with a grant for £185,000 to provide a mobile
ROCK 'n' Roll is going strong in Hanley Castle with one of the top bands on the circuit making an appearance at a New Year Dance. Malvern Crepes and Drapes is preparing to enter its ninth year of organising dances and on Sunday, December 31, have invited
TOWN opened the scoring after just one minute in this Stourport Under 16's League match before Wribbenhall Wasps had time to settle. WRIBBENHALL WASPS 2, MALVERN TOWN 2 A ball from midfield was headed on by Lee Hooper allowing Matt Cooke to score with
WORCESTER City manager John Barton is confident his side can shrug off their injury problems and return to winning ways tomorrow. City's home clash with King's Lynn in the Dr Martens League Premier Division (3pm) may be an ideal opportunity for them to
Disappointed that their match was cancelled at the opening of the new clubhouse facilities because of water-logged pitches, the Malvern U12's made up for lost time by playing two matches against visiting teams at Spring Lane on Last Sunday. After two
MALVERN RFC Teams for Saturday, December 23. 1st XV (League game re-arranged from September 16) v Selly Oak (away), meet 11.45am, kick-off 2.15pm. No 1 dress code. S Cooper, D Irish, T Allies, V Hill, M Williams, S Taylor, A Thomas, P Hart, G Blakeway
TWO members of the boy band 5ive - including Bromsgrove's Ritchie Neville - have appeared in court in connection with a brawl in a Dublin bar. Neville, aged 21 - who gave his name in court as Richard Dobson - and Jason Brown, 23, were arrested after an
Ballroom & Sequence Dance with David Ingley (In aid of Leukaemia Research). Dec 23. Dyson Perrins School, Malvern. Worcester Rambling Club - Prezzys Boxing Day Potter 4 miles. Dec 26. 10.00am. Clare Street Car Park (01905 352959). Take Two (Social
Die Fledermaus - Carl Rosa production. Dec 22-30. Festival Theatre, Grange Road, Malvern (01684 892277). Chamber Music - Centre Stage; The Berkley Salon Orchestra. Dec 22. Lunchtime 1.10pm. CBSO Centre, Berkley Street, Birmingham (0121 616 6500). CBSO
The Plotters of Cabbage Patch Corner - For Children. Dec 26-30. Various times. Forum Theatre, Malvern, Worcs (01684 892277). Beyond the Barricade - songs from the world's greatest musicals. Jan 5-6. 7.30pm. Forum Theatre, Grange Road, Malvern (01684 892277
AFTER all these recent vicious murders, I believe the only answer is the death penalty. For far too long, we have suffered from the machinations and shedding of crocodile tears as to the effect of sentencing on the criminal. We have sheltered fed and
I HAVE just read the contribution from A Knittel regarding "hunt speak" (You Say, December 21) and feel that I must write to set the record straight. I am not going to mince my words with this woman any more because, quite simply, she spouts nothing but
6 IT is heartening that the Evening News remembers my Cycle Survey of the state of local roads in 1984. Paul Stammers must be a mind-reader, because I was seriously considering working off the Christmas turkey next Wednesday revisiting my former route
THE National Lottery and the Government have combined to provide the happiest of Christmases for Malvern Hills residents, young and old. The biggest winner has been Dyson Perrins CE High School, which has been awarded a £2.3 million grant, described as
UPTON could soon have its own emergency rescue service to cope with future floods. And it looks as though the town will ask the Fire Brigade to return the Upton Community Rescue Boat. The move follows problems in the past two months, when use of the boat
SOME Malvern Hills patients will be enjoying Christmas at home this year, thanks to a cash injection of £100,000 for health and social care. The money is being spent by Malvern Hills Primary Care Group to provide more winter cover than ever before. Elderly
Malvern Cinema: Until December 28 - Meet the Parents (12) Daily 7pm (except 24th & 26th) also 1.30pm 26th, 27th & 28th and 2pm 16th, 17th, 20th, 21st, 22nd & 23rd and 2.30pm 24th (Closed 25th). Odeon Worcester: Meet the Parents (12) 12.50,
THE head man for the new, part-privatised Defence Evaluation and Research Agency has been named. Sir John Egan, the chairman of NewDERA, will work with existing DERA chief executive Sir John Chisholm to take most of the organisation into the private sector
UPTON people have rallied to support retained firefighter Dave Walker, who resigned last week. Mr Walker, who was central to the relief operation during the November flood, quit after a dispute over his use of the brigade's equipment for non-999 emergencies
THE Three Counties Showground has published the bulk of its programme for 2001, saying the venue continues to be a success. The Three Counties Agricultural Society says lettings income has increased over the last 12 months and has grown by 16 per cent
"SUPERSTAR" pupils were invited to celebrate their achievements at The Chase's annual speech day last Friday. A year of musical and sporting prowess, hard work and perseverance was celebrated by headteacher David Fawbert, whose catchphrase for the day
A TRAFFIC engineer is to look at the problem of parking on Como Road, Malvern. This follows call for tighter restrictions by resident John Simcox, who said it was becoming increasingly difficult to get in and out of his driveway because of vehicles parked
THE fencing of goats on a steep slope of the Malvern Hills has won the backing of Malvern Hills Conservators. In line with the board's policy of encouraging grazing to control scrub, the land management committee recommended allowing temporary electric
CASH help for councils dealing with the floods is unlikely to find its way to the Malvern area, even though it has been badly hit twice. Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott has increased the rate of government support available under the Bellwin Scheme
MALVERN Town turned in a superb second half display to share the spoils from their visit to high flying Darlaston Town in this Banks's Premier League game on Saturday. DARLASTON TOWN 4, MALVERN TOWN 4 Playing down the famous Darlo slope in the first half
SOMEONE in a Cotswold village appears to have declared war on its cat population with a series of brutal attacks. Two Cold Aston families say their animals have often come home in recent months limping and clearly in great pain. Two cats have even returned
POWICK maintained their good form when they put on another good display away to Abberley on Sunday. ABBERLEY 0, POWICK 5 Their commitment and determination were evident from the start when Bryan Craven found the back of the net after only six minutes
MALVERN RM travelled to Droitwich on Sunday and were hoping to put their last performance behind them. THE DOVEY 3, MALVERN RM 7 Chris Golding scored five goals to put Malvern back on target and give them a realistic chance of winning Division Four in
MALVERN Radar's fixture last Sunday was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. This Saturday Radar play local rivals Malvern Rangers at Victoria Park. Players to meet at 1.45pm for a 2.15pm kick off. The Sunday team have postponed their fixture. Radar
A WORCESTERSHIRE pub has scooped top prize for the quality of its food. The Halfway House pub at Powick was commended by the pub industry's top magazine Pub Food, which gave the popular hostelry an award for the excellence in its use of fresh food on
AXIS the Lower Wick-based milk company, looks set to merge with Scottish Milk Ltd producing the largest farmers' dairy co-operative in Britain. The proposed new business, which will be known as British Milk, will market more than 2.2billion litres of
ONLY Ralph Cook was able to win a game for Allsorts against Police in Division Three of the Lamberts & Wade Malvern Table Tennis League but he lost the third game to 11. Matt Jones, Alan Holmes and Malcolm Dalley were the winning trio. Tony Hughes
A DRIVER whose girlfriend was trapped in his blazing car after it overturned on a Worcester road was rugby-tackled by a bystander who thought he would flee. Nicola Beresford was left in the Rover in Malvern Road, St John's, after mechanic Dean Hooper
A HOTEL planned at Pitchcroft racecourse could be built on stilts to keep its customers warm and dry. Arena Leisure plc wants to construct a four-star hotel and conference centre where the Grandstand is at the moment. The plan is part of a package to
A SEX pest indecently assaulted a 15-year-old girl in broad daylight as she walked into the city, then crossed the road and approached another woman. Police launched an appeal for witnesses after the distressed teenager was left "upset and scared" by
A MAN who was arrested after DNA testing linked him to a vehicle crime has been sentenced to five months in prison. Worcester magistrates were told that Scott Rothero was a passenger in a car which had been stolen from a car park in the city's Sidbury
A PENSIONER who conducted a campaign of harassment against his neighbours has been given a last chance to avoid a prison sentence. Richard Dawe twice breached a court anti-social order by imitating the sound of a peacock and using verbal abuse. After
COUNTY education officers have created a pioneering project which will show how individual schools around Worcestershire are improving. Members of Worcestershire County Council's education scrutiny panel have been told how the CD-Rom will work in schools
A KIDDERMINSTER man found with 31 ecstasy tablets could easily have used them himself in one weekend, Worcester Crown Court was told. Drug user Sean Collier, 27, of Comberton Road, denied having the tablets intending to supply them to other people. The
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 23 BANKS'S BREWERY LEAGUE Premier division: Malvern Town v Wolverhampton Casuals. Division One South: Sedgley White Lions v Malvern Town Reserves. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26 (BOXING DAY) BANKS'S BREWERY LEAGUE Premier division: Malvern Town
A CARER who stole a bank card from an 89-year-old resident in an old people's home has been warned by Kidderminster magistrates that she could face imprisonment. Goods and cash worth £600 were obtained against the card in 12 shops said prosecutor Sue
ST Mary's Church was full on Sunday evening for Carols by Candlelight. The choir sang several items which were enjoyed by all and together with the readings and message from the Rev Chris Moss added to the very moving service. Thank you to everyone who
CONGRATULATIONS to Polly Perkins of Colletts Green who was presented with a Scroll of Honour at the British Polio Fellowship's Annual General Meeting held recently in Walsall. The award which recognises 32 years of fund raising in the Midlands and in
A CHURCH filled with residents old and new and some splendid singing by an augmented choir - including among other memorable items a solo part by the new vicar, the Rev Richard Rosoman - made last Sunday's Carols by Candlelight service a warm and moving
A GROUP of local film-makers have been shooting their latest movie, a ten-minute surreal comedy, in Malvern this month. Written by Matt Hodges and directed by Neil Oseman, the film Cow Trek bears a distinct resemblance to a well-known sci-fi TV show,
A DROITWICH woman threatened to attack a near-neighbour with a knife during a harassment campaign. Denise Kimberley travelled to Worcester's Newtown Hospital to wage war on Helen Smith at her workplace, the city's magistrates were told. They ordered psychiatric
THE sight of Lake Pitchcroft stretching from what should have been Hylton Road to the back of The Moors can't fail to have prompted readers to wonder how on earth Arena Leisure can realise its exciting plans to redevelop Worcester's racecourse. The question's
IN this imaginative production by the Carl Rosa Opera, the Russian Prince Orlofsky (Beverley Klein) provided an English-spoken rhyming commentary on the plot, while the music was sung in its original German. The Overture, a pot-pouri of tunes to be heard
IF Lady Audley has a secret, Bosbury has a bigger one - its talented villagers. Bosbury Village Hall was packed on a cold evening for this production which encapsulated everything amateur theatre is about. Taking the lead was Lynne Ardrey, whose brilliant
WITH regard to your excellent article (Malvern Gazette & Ledbury Reporter, December 8), the Government's rural White Paper published a fortnight ago seems to have met with a very mixed response in this area. There are certainly some good measures
What a difference a year can make in the life of any of us, not to mention that of a town. Just one year ago you printed several articles re the Christmas lights in Upton, or rather the lack of them. This year we have got one of the best shows we have
THANK you for reporting some of my views about the end of the activities of the Ledbury markets and fairs on the cattle market site so accurately. However, I would like to apologise for not making it clear that the views expressed were my personal ones
MAY I express my whole-hearted support for Mr Stones and his view on the threatened closure of our public loos. The potential loss of this basic amenity provides a clear indication, if one were needed, of the punitive contempt held for the general public
MAY I, through your paper, thank James the young man who came to my rescue and changed my wheel when I had a flat tyre in North Malvern Road on Monday, November 20. I have tried to contact him, but regret I must have the wrong address. MRS K E PETCH,
RAY Woods is standing by for a shock Worcester City call-up in tomorrow's Dr Martens League Premier Division clash with King's Lynn at St George's Lane (3pm). The former Coventry City winger, who was released by the club in the summer of 1999, could figure
WORCESTER Rugby Club favourite Nick Baxter is facing a race against time to save his Sixways career after his "worst season ever" at the club. The 27-year-old, who two years ago set a National League record for 29 tries in a season, has seen his first-team
FORMER Wolves goalscoring legend Steve Bull could be pressed into service for Hereford United. Bull, currently on United's coaching staff, has trained regularly with the squad and has discussed the subject with Director of Football Graham Turner. But
PHOENIX matchman Alan Baldwin travelled to Gloucester and plundered southern gold when he won the sell-out GUAA Xmas Open on the Gloucester - Sharpness canal. Heading a strong contingent of Worcester anglers, Baldwin did well to beat the locals on venue
MALVERN Town are in action tomorrow (Saturday) at Langland Stadium when they entertain Wolverhampton Casuals in the Banks's Premier Division, kick-off 2.45pm. Town are at home again on Boxing Day morning (Tuesday, December 26) when they host Kington Town
THE roof at Malvern Priory will take some lifting but carol singers will be doing their best at a charity concert next week. The annual Malvern Festival Chorus 'Carols for All' event is being held at the Priory on Wednesday (December 27) at 3pm. The event
MALVERN Town's youthful reserve side entertained Kidderminster based Brintons FC in their first Banks's Division One (South) league fixture for eight weeks. MALVERN TOWN RESERVES 2, BRINTONS FC 6 Malvern introduced new signings Kevin Jones and Mat Upton
WORCESTER Rugby Club favourite Nick Baxter is facing a race against time to save his Sixways career after his "worst season ever" at the club. The 27-year-old, who two years ago set a National League record for 29 tries in a season, has seen his first-team
EVESHAM United could face playing four games in eight days over the New Year weekend -- after their FA Umbro Trophy second round tie at Cinderford Town was postponed last night for a FIFTH time. The new date for the clash is likely to be Wednesday, January
Undercover Story - Collections of the touring County Museum, Hartlebury. Until Dec 31. Droitwich Spa Library, Victoria Square, Droitwich Spa (01905 773292 or 779970). Worcester Treasures - A cloudburst of mysterious magnificent objects. Going into 2001
Dec 22 End of Trail CM presents Les Close Band (ticket show). Royal British Legion Club, Salwarpe Road, Droitwich Spa, Worcs. Wilko Johnson. The Marr's Bar, Pierpoint Street, Worcester. Dec 23 Judy Speedway and Hyper Hyper Girl Lover. The Marr's Bar,
HAVING just returned from spending a few days staying with our daughter and grandchildren who live in Worcester, I just wanted to say how wonderful your Christmas lights looked this year. We spent many hours shopping in the town and it was good to see
I WOULD like to take this opportunity through your columns to thank everyone who took part in our very successful abseil on Saturday, December 9, down the side of Marks and Spencer for much-needed money for Cancer Research in memory of my late husband
FORMER Wolves goalscoring legend Steve Bull could be pressed into service for Hereford United. Bull, currently on United's coaching staff, has trained regularly with the squad and has discussed the subject with Director of Football Graham Turner. But
THE cast of the Girls Training Corps pantomime Cinderella literally brought the house down during their 1950 production at Christ Church Memorial Hall. During a scene on the opening night a heavy box fell on the head of June Bennett, playing the title
100 years ago THOS. Turner was charged by P. C. Davis with allowing an ass to stray in Manby Road. The constable said recently donkeys got into the Imperial Hotel gardens and did about £5 worth of damage. Defendant claimed the benefit of the First Offender's
A MALVERN pensioner has died following an accident in Harbinger Avenue. Alfred Buckton, better known as John, was aged 82 and had lived at Viscount Cobham Court in Pickersleigh Road since 1986. On Monday, December 11, he was involved in a collision with
AN appeal to save the organ at Malvern Priory has got off to a magnificent start, say fundraisers. Up to £400,000 may be needed to bring the ageing instrument back into full working order. And Malvern's own organ firm, Nicholson and Co, has agreed to
MALVERN Hills District Council will be spending £9,500 on alleviating flooding in Drake Street, Welland. The Council's Executive Board this week backed the improvement scheme, to which Severn Trent Water and Worcestershire County Council will be contributing
A GROUP of Rainbows - the youngest section of the Guides - are facing a bleak New Year. The North Division Rainbows, which provides activities for girls aged five to seven, will have to close unless a new leader is found. Division commissioner Delysia
FOR the first time in British history a Government Bill on the future of hunting has been introduced. Fox hunting is an emotive issue and on which the Government had up until now remained neutral. A number of private member's bills have been introduced
YEARS of hard work have been recognised with the presentation to two teenagers of their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards. The 1st Malvern Company of the Boys Brigade held its parade and annual Enrolment Service at Malvern Baptist Church. During the service
SLIMMING your bin over Christmas will not be an easy task but households are being urged to recycle as much waste as possible during the festive period. One Malvern household is already expert at dealing with its waste after taking part in the Worcestershire
Theatre December 26-30-The Plotters of Cabbage Patch Corner by David Wood at the Forum Theatre presented by Malvern Theatre Players. 2pm &5.30pm. Tickets adults £6.50, children £5. Box Office (01684) 892277. Until 30-Die Fledermaus by Johann Strauss
Digital Media teams around Newsquest, publishers of the Journal and the Thisisevesham.co.uk internet sites, got a taste of festive spirit as December's Revolution magazine named the company's sites among the Top 100 UK online media properties. The magazine
MALVERN Athletic slipped into the relegation zone with this solitary goal defeat at Chelmsley Town in this Midland combination Division Two encounter. CHELMSLEY TOWN 1, MALVERN ATHLETIC 0 The game started 15 minute late as the referee was not happy with
WEST Malvern continued their impressive away form in the Worcester League Division One on Saturday with a fine 4-2 win against Powick on a very muddy pitch with pools of standing water. POWICK 2, WEST MALVERN 4 For the first time in recent weeks the West
RANGERS' scheduled home Premier Division fixture versus Perrywood was postponed on Saturday with the Malvern Council declaring the pitches waterlogged on Friday morning. Whilst the pitches were drying out, they have been unable to get a roller on. Tomorrow
MALVERN Ladies FC travelled to Gloucester for a league game on Sunday. GLOUCESTER CITY 5, MALVERN LADIES FC 3 Malvern took the lead in the seventh minute when Jenny Allen went on a solo run from the half way line and slotted past the advancing keeper.
WANDERERS travelled to Hagley for their first game for two weeks. EST HAGLEY FC 1, MALVERN WANDERERS 4 This Stourport & District Under 15's Boys League match took place on a very heavy pitch, which was only just playable which didn't allow Wanderers
THIS comprehensive Malvern Midlands Two West victory was marred by a serious injury to influential number eight Mark Gaubert, who suffered a double fracture to his ankle just before half time. MALVERN 30pts, BROMSGROVE 13pts Malvern took the lead in the
Digital media teams around Newsquest, publishers of the Worcester Evening News and the Thisisworcester internet site won a taste of success as December's Revolution magazine named the company's sites among the Top 100 UK online media properties. The magazine
MALVERN SQUASH CLUB 1STS v STOURPORT ALTHOUGH Malvern entered this home match against Stourport with confidence, the early signs were not good. Brought in at number five, ladies' captain Lorraine Wilde found Nigel Laker altogether too strong and too mobile
NO Redditch motorists were charged with drink-driving during a police roadside check in the town despite more than 100 cars being stopped. A few motorists were charged with minor motoring offences but it was the first time no-one was charged for drink-driving
