DISABLED people in Worcestershire who are struggling to cope in their homes are being urged to seek help. The plea has come from South Worcestershire Primary Care Trust, which is holding a ''questions and answers'' session in a bid to help those with
LIGHTS of love dedicated to special friends and family members will be shining across Worcester when Christmas tree lights are officially switched on. The annual event is in aid of St Richard's Hospice, based in Rose Hill, near the city centre, which
A GRADE-II listed building in the heart of Malvern could be refurbished to provide two additional flats if planners give the go-ahead. Edward Blake Ltd has applied to Malvern Hills District Council to carry out refurbishment works and structural repairs
A YOUNG boxer who trains in Droitwich has won his latest fight - against an examination board. Boxing will now be included in the list of sports that can be studied in A-level PE, thanks to the determination of Adam Mytton, a member of Droitwich Spa Amateur
TEAMS of TV crews armed with tools and materials moved in on two Worcestershire homes when they took part in a home makeover show. Two couples from Harvington, near Evesham, will be trying out their DIY skills on our screens tonight with designer Laurence
The Travel Factory Midland Football Alliance Saturday, November 13: Coalville Town v Malvern Town - postponed. Saturday, November 20: FA Vase second round proper, Malvern Town v Coventry Sphinx (3.00). Saturday, November 27: Malvern Town v Rushall Olympic
THINK back to all those daft things you've done down the years, all that foolhardiness, the sheer, delicious idiocy of just being alive. The risk... oh, the utter danger of it all. That white scar on your left kneecap, the legacy of vaulting over a spike-topped
STAFF at car companies across Worcester are donning their trainers and shin pads in a bid to raise cash for children with life-limiting illnesses. Scott Collison, branch manager at Enterprise Rent-A-Car UK Ltd, in Bromwich Road, has formed a team to battle
July (friendlies) Thurs 15 PERSHORE TN (H) 6-1 Ross, Vincent, J Clarke (2), Stokes, og SAT 17 HALESOWEN TOWN (H) 1-0 O'Toole TUES 20 COVENTRY CITY (H) 0-1 TUES 27 HEREFORD UTD (H) 0-3 WEDS 28 REDDITCH UTD (H) 1-3 Williams FRI 30 WORCESTER CITY (H) 3-2
PROPERTY prices could drop in Worcester because vital inspections are not being carried out on home improvements due to a staffing "crisis". Builders and surveyors have slammed the city council, claiming it is stopping checks on work such as extensions
YOUNGSTERS who have been busy planting raised beds in the grounds of St George's CE Primary School are looking forward to enjoying the fruits of their labour. Barclays Community Services Volunteer Scheme awarded the St George's Lane North school in Barbourne
TWO barn fires struck in Worcestershire over the weekend - with one being treated as suspicious. The blazes near Drakes Broughton and Stourport-on-Severn bought the total barn fires over the last seven weeks to 16. Arsonists are suspected of starting
REMEMBRANCE Sunday attracted thousands of people across Worcestershire who gathered to pay tribute to the fallen of two world wars. Veterans joined members of today's Armed forces during services around the county yesterday and many organisers reported
FATHER Christmas is preparing to stock up his sleigh for the festive season - and with a little help from some Worcester elves he is writing to people about their festive wishes. For £2 a letter - or three for £5 - the fund-raising team elves at St Richard's
A LIVELY performer who brought joy to elderly patients with her shows has died at the age of 80. Joyce Stromqvist was a founder member of the Malvern Ladybirds - a dance group who performed up to 40 shows for the infirm and elderly annually. The mother-of-two
YOUR lovely picture of the Cathedral roundabout caught my eye. The thought of turning this English scene into a continental public square displeased me - it's a waste of money. All other towns and cities retain their trees. Where else in the city centre
I AM writing in response to Mike Foster's outrageous personal attack on Helen Donovan. I'll admit that I'm a close friend of hers, which is why I can say without any hesitation that you could not meet a more honest and trustworthy person. I remember when
A COSTUME wearing historian who travels round schools talking to youngsters about history from Romans to Second World War soldiers is celebrating his first year in business. In October 2003, Paul Harding launched his business, Hands On History which interprets
EMPLOYERS in Worcestershire and Herefordshire have called for extra support and guidance to offer more work experience placements. The call comes in the wake of the Tomlinson report, which calls on businesses to provide 14-19 year olds with a vocational
PERSHORE residents are being invited to have their say on future transport plans in the town at a special meeting on Thursday, November 25. Worcestershire County Council is set to hold a forum at the town council offices in the High Street where visitors
MIDLANDS TWO (WEST) 20/11/04: Burton v Malvern. 4/12/04: Stoke on Trent v Malvern. 11/12/04: Malvern v Hinckley. 18/12/04: Malvern v Burton. 8/1/05: Old Laurentians v Malvern. 22/1/05: Malvern v Stafford. 29/1/05: Newbold v Malvern. 5/2/04: Malvern v
WORCESTER Cathedral will be the venue to stage a production of a Christmas spectacular Son et Lumire. With atmospheric lighting, the Christmas story will be elegantly retold in a dramatic show of sound and light. After the success of previous productions
WORCESTER people whose hearing is impaired are to receive a better service from the city council after three members of staff became qualified in using sign language. Julie Dixon, from the customer services centre in Farrier Street, Paul Harding, senior
A TRAVEL guide looks set to ensure Worcestershire is the first port of call for coach tour companies looking to entertain their passengers. The informative guide features a wealth of popular attractions, including stately homes and gardens, museums, exhibitions
MUSICIANS at Powick Primary School donned moustaches and joined thousands of others across the country for the Elgarthon 2004. The youngsters performed Land of Hope and Glory on flutes, clarinets, trumpets, violins, recorders, guitars and drums at the
IT wasn't the weather that drew so many to stand in silent tribute next to war memorials across the two counties. Yesterday was as bitter as we've known since last winter threw off its icy shackles. No, the rise in congregations in our cathedrals and
SHOPPERS are being warned that illegal parking in Worcester city centre will not be tolerated in the run-up to Christmas and parking attendants are being urged to be more vigilant. The news comes as Worcester City Council unveils the timetable for this
PRESSURE is being put on midwives at Worcestershire Royal Hospital as a direct consequence of a county birthing centre closing, health bosses have admitted. The maternity department at the Royal is having to cope with at least an extra 200 births a year
BUILDING work costing almost £600,000 has started in a bid to bring Worcester's 18th Century Guildhall in line with laws aimed at wiping out discrimination against the disabled. Measures including a lift to the two upper floors, toilet for the disabled
AN investigation is underway to find out why a helicopter tipped on to its side during landing in Droitwich, injuring two men. The pilot and co-pilot, both aged 65 from Gloucestershire, were taken by ambulance to Worcestershire Royal Hospital after the
A MAN died following a road crash in Hampton Lovett near Droitwich at the weekend. The death came after a Scania lorry and Mercedes Sprinter van were in collision on the A442 at 9.40am on Saturday. The driver of the Mercedes was taken to Worcestershire
HARD work and happiness is the secret recipe of success for a Fernhill Heath couple who were celebrating their diamond wedding anniversary today. Richard and Winifred Lane, from Dilmore Avenue, met in the 1930s in a dance hall that used to be behind the
THE stunning natural beauty of the Malvern Hills is enjoyed by more than one million visitors annually. And for those involved in the management of the slopes it is a full-time occupation balancing conservation needs with that of tourism. Now, thanks
A CHURCH, four schools and a scheme that offers youngsters a practical course in driving and car mechanics have helped raise more than £1,400 for farmers in Africa. The Rev Mark Badger, from St George's Church, St George's Square, Worcester, organised
RELATIVES and friends of elderly and vulnerable people in Worcestershire are being urged to help them be on their guard against possible distraction burglaries. The police warning comes after two men targeted several premises in Worcester and tried to
BEERS brewed in Malvern and Callow End were among 28 traditional ales on offer at a Beer Festival in Hanley Castle over the weekend. Starting on Friday and ending yesterday, the three-day event was the 11th annual beer festival at the Three Kings Inn,
John, George I'D like to tell George Cowley that the Cowley (newsagent) who was the Mayor of Worcester in 1973 was my grandfather and was not called George, but John. It's 12 years since he died. We're often asked if we are any relation to George, but
I'M a disappointed man. Another four years of President George W Bush is even worse than the Tories winning in Britain. GEORGE COWLEY, Warndon, Worcester.
I FOUND offensive a recent letter complaining about TV presenters wearing poppies "too early". The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal is an extremely worthy charitable cause. Even if poppies were worn 365 days a year, the immeasurable debt we all owe those
I WAS diagnosed with cancer in June and am now recovering after wonderful treatment at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. I've seen at first hand the intensive care ward, the high dependency ward, the medical assessment ward and various wards of the Beech
IN my 12 years as an MP, I've often had to defend my constituents from the actions of government and its agencies. But I can't remember ever before having to defend one from a personal attack by another MP. Mike Foster's attack on Helen Donovan (You Say
AS one who was present at the Armistice Day Service at Worcester War Memorial I was saddened to hear criticism of the Cathedral bells. It is true that due to some error or miscalculation, the bells rang out prematurely before the service had ended. The
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BANKING giant Lloyds TSB could be allowed to install an illuminated sign at its Grade-II listed Upton-upon-Severn premises if planners agree. The bank has applied to Malvern Hills District Council to install the sign above the cash machine at its High
THE latest pair of recruits inducted under a Government-approved Apprenticeship Scheme were signed up to Worcester City Council this week. Liz Davies (left), aged 21, and James Dunlop, 20, were welcomed to their new roles in planning and customer services
