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NEIL Fletcher, who plays for Cutnall Green, hit the highest ever score in Division Four on Saturday, but his magnificent 226no was not enough to secure victory, as his side could only achieve a winning draw against Birlingham.

AN unbroken first wicket stand of 219 by Andy Maiden (139no) and Andy Jones (60no) saw Brintons to a Division Six 10-wicket victory over Vine. Nigel Preece took 3-48 for Brintons, and 14-year-old Daniel Crisp 2-15.

A PROMISING Worcester filmmaker is set for the limelight after securing funding for his latest short film. Thirty-six-year-old Simon Bovey, of Warndon, Worc-ester, was one of eight moviemakers picked by Screen West Midlands for his short film The Un-Gone

A WOMAN whose three-year-old epileptic grandson died in his sleep is to have her head shaved as part of a number of sponsored events to raise money for an epilepsy charity. Ceri Stalker, of Purleigh Avenue, in Warndon Villages, Worcester, is supporting

A SEVEN-year-old girl is distraught after the disappearance of a pet parrot which calls her name. The owners of Hopo, an African Grey, are frantic with worry because he will only last two or three days in the wild. Owner Terry Jones said he believed the

HUNDREDS of people descended on Pershore for an exhibition of fruit stones and other artefacts from Henry VIII's flagship, the Mary Rose. Visitors and members of the Pershore & District Royal Naval Association were thrilled with Wychavon District

CAPTAIN Hook, Peter Pan and fairy Tinkerbell have been lapping up the summer sun in the grounds of Malvern Theatres. But next time they'll be in town the weather is likely to be chilly, as the trio are part of the cast performing in the theatre's forthcoming

EXTRA police patrols round the River Avon in Pershore have led to a drop in the number of incidents of theft and vandalism over the Bank Holiday weekend, it was revealed this week. Inspector Steve Brooker said West Mercia police had received complaints

TONIGHT: Birmingham: Marriott Hotel - Lupa. Wolverhampton: Robin R'n'B2 - The Commandments. FRIDAY: Stourport: The Angel - jazz. Birmingham: Symphony Hall - charity jazz concert. Brindley Place - The Konig Trio free rush-hour blues. Wolverhampton: Robin

Mum tells how she escaped abusive husband A KIDDERMINSTER mum has told how a women's refuge saved her life - saying she would probably not be alive today if she had been unable to escape her abusive husband. The mother, who did not wish to be named for

ELDERLY Kidderminster residents will have to walk long distances hauling their shopping because of a shake-up in bus services, a councillor has claimed. Fran Oborski hit out at the changes coming into operation on Monday, as a result of First cutting

A major overhaul could be on the way for Kidderminster market after councillors recommended employing private operators to run it - with one saying it was "more like a car boot sale". Wyre Forest District councillor John Holden, who chaired the Kidderminster

Camera club puts itself in focus for its centenary A CALENDAR charting some of the changes to Kidderminster's townscape over the last 100 years has been created by Kidderminster Camera Club to mark its centenary. Members have used the project, in association

POLICE officers from the Wyre Forest area are in the running for force-wide awards recognising how they have made a difference to the community. West Mercia Constabulary will announce winners in a range of categories at its Worcester-based headquarters

VISITORS to a Kidderminster park will be able to sit and admire the view as a result of a cash donation from a store group. Broadwaters Park, which is undergoing restoration work, has a new bench, paid for by £700 from West Midlands Co-op. The installation

WORCESTER Wolves' superb five-game unbeaten run in English Basketball League Division One came to an end as leaders City of Sheffield Arrows edged home 78-77 at University College Worcester. Despite the narrow loss in front of an entertained home crowd

WORCESTER Wolves have further underlined their intention to repeat last season's success after convincing small forward Colin Chiverton to stay with the club. Wolves reached the end-of-season play-off semi-finals in their first term in the top flight

WORCESTER Wolves endured the heartbreak of missing out on the National Final yesterday when they were beaten 98-79 at Reading Rockets. But their weekend was far from a disappointment as, just 24 hours before making the journey to Berkshire, Wolves got

WORCESTER Wolves clinched promotion to National Division One with a narrow 95-87 play-off win over North West London Wolverines. More than 200 of Wolves' loyal fans made the trip to Birmingham's NIA on Saturday to see them secure the English Basketball

WORCESTER Wolves take on England Basketball League Division One leaders City of Sheffield Arrows tonight (7pm) with both pride and points on the line. And although Wolves director of basketball Mick Donovan knows the Yorkshire side will be tough to beat

WORCESTER Wolves forward Ty Shaw is off Down Under after being signed up by the Cockburn Cougars. Six foot eight Shaw has agreed a deal with the Perth outfit, who play at a higher level than Wolves, but will not be joining them until the England Basketball

WORCESTER Wolves reached the semi-final of the National Basketball League Division Two play-offs after beating Northampton 112-97. The game started with a three point attempt from Wolves' Rikki Prince. Northampton responded with three successful three

WORCESTER Wolves go in search of a much-needed win tonight when they travel to English Basketball League Division One basement boys Essex and Herts Leopards (7.30pm). Wolves have lost three of their last four league games, all against teams in the top

WORCESTER Wolves missed out on the National League Division Two title despite winning 83-70 at Cov-entry Crusaders. Coventry needed a win to secure fourth place and a home tie in the play-offs while Wolves knew a win for them would maintain pressure on

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club will be at full strength for their National League Division Two play-off final with North-West London at Birmingham's National Indoor Arena tomorrow (1pm). Point guard Wayne Robinson passed a fitness test on a knee injury

WAYNE Robinson is a major doubt for Worcester Wolves' National Basketball League Division Two play-off final this weekend. The point guard was unable to train last week owing to a growth under his knee. But Wolves are hoping to get him fit for Saturday's

A FULL house crowd saw Worcester Wolves beat Colchester United 84-78 at University College Worcester in the National Basketball League Division Two. The Wolves started strongly with Josh Cooprider hitting three three-point attempts in the opening four

WORCESTER Wolves' players are being urged not to miss out on a date at the National Indoor Arena in Birmingham. Wolves take on Westminster Warriors at University College Worcester tonight (7pm) in the semi-finals of the National Basketball League Division

WORCESTER Wolves are waiting to hear if they will have key forward Keith Jarrett available for Saturday's National Basketball League Division Two play-off semi-final. Jarrett was due to fly back to his college in the United States this weekend to begin

WORCESTER Wolves have finally landed their first trophy in the four years of their existence. But they made desperately hard work of defeating gallant Hackney White Heat 111-100 to win the National League Patrons Cup competition. They trailed for around

WORCESTER Wolves have been backed to put their title disappointment behind them and march into the semi-finals of the National Basketball League Division Two play-offs tonight. Wolves missed out on the championship by just two points to rivals North-West

WORCESTER Wolves will play Northampton Neptunes at home in the quarter-finals of the National League Division Two play-offs. The match will be played at University College Worcester this Saturday, starting at 7pm. Wolves, who just missed out on the league

WORCESTER Wolves' hopes of winning the National Basketball League Division Two title took a dive when they lost 85-82 to their nearest rivals North West Lonsdon. Both teams had suffered only one defeat and the victors from this game would take pole position

BEWDLEY sailor Alison Young has been buoyed by a call up for the Royal Olympic Development Squad as she continues to enjoy success on and off the water. The 18-year-old Trimpley Sailing Club member had double cause for celebration after achieving the

STEVE Floyd has been appointed to the post of coaching director at Stourport Hockey Club for the next three years. The men's first team is hoping to bounce straight back to the National League Division Two, following last season's relegation. Floyd will

WORCESTER Wolves have saluted the help of their fans after they landed the first trophy in their short history. Wolves beat Hackney White Heat 111-100 at University College Worcester on Saturday to win the National Basketball League's Patrons Cup. But

WORCESTER Wolves lost their unbeaten record during a weekend of mixed fortunes in the National Basketball League Division Two. On Saturday they slipped to an 80-74 defeat against high-riding Liverpool at University College Worcester. Yesterday, how-ever

HUNDREDS of pounds have been raised for charity as a result of party in the park events held in Bewdley and Stourport. The parties, aimed at 10 to 17-year-olds, made £320, which will be given to Childline. Organisers have also promised the events will

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club are looking for a helicopter to help ensure they have a full squad for next week's Patrons Cup final. The final against Hackney at University College Worcester next Saturday clashes with UCW's appearance in the British

A KIDDERMINSTER-based motocross club is hoping for a bumper turnout when it hosts its first ever international next weekend. Teme Valley, which meets at Chainwire, is holding the latest round of the IMBA European Sidecar at the Boraston Circuit, near

DEREK Digger has been presented with an achievement award in recognition of his service to Wyre Forest and Worcestershire chess. The Stourport player's commitment and dedication to the sport over 30 years has included the holding of many offices. He was

EVERYTHING came up roses for Stourport Horticultural Society when around 500 visitors turned up for its two-day show over the bank holiday weekend. The show, held in a marquee on the town's Riverside Meadow, took place on Sunday and Monday. Show organiser

WORCESTER Wolves cannot afford to lose any more games if they are to win the National Basketball League Division Two title. That's the message from player-coach Rick Solvason as they prepare for tonight's away game against Northampton Neptunes (6pm).

WORCESTER Wolves triumphed 106-61 in their National Basketball League Division Two match at home to Oxford Devils. Wolves fielded a full strength team with Rikki Prince returning from injury to replace Colin Rhooms. Shooting guard Josh Cooprider was in

TWO of Worcester Wolves Basketball Club's key players are facing a race against time to be fit for Saturday's National League Division Two game at Northampton. American Ty Shaw (hip) and fellow forward Dave Jones (back) both suffered injuries during Sunday's

WORCESTER Wolves basketball team reached the final of the Patrons Cup when they beat North West London 87-79 at University College Worcester. The visitors included England international Michael Martin and Santana Ataha who joined the team following a

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club will be hoping to gain a psychological advantage over their Patrons Cup final opponents Hackney White Heat tonight. The two sides meet in the National League Division Two at University College Worcester (7pm), a dress

STUDENTS from Stourport UK Kickboxing were among the medals at the Midlands Ju-jitsu championships in Worcester. Steve Perry gained silver on his debut in the under-80kgs, with Matt Bingham clinching the under-95kgs bronze. In the open class, senior instructor

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club are expecting a sell-out crowd for their Patrons Cup final against Hackney White Heat. The date of the final has been confirmed as Saturday, March 6 at University College Worcester, when Wolves will be the hot favourites

WORCESTER WOLVES 114 WESTMINSTER WARRIORS 79 WORCESTER Wolves turned on the style to beat visiting Westminster Warriors in a top of the table clash in National League Division Two. The game started at a blistering pace with Josh Cooprider scoring the

Habberley WENDY Mann won the Ladies Livingstone Shield at Habberley Golf Club, and partnered Margaret Hale, from Wharton Park, to victory in the Ladies open Greensome. Ladies Livinstone Shield: Mann 86 gross 21 handicap 65 nett, Veronica Brown 99-32-67

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club's players are being urged to forget their impending cup final and concentrate on picking up vital league points. Wolves, fresh from reaching the Patrons Cup final last weekend, have an important double-header this weekend

WORCESTER Wolves went clear at the top of the National Basketball League Division Two when they beat North West London 85-74 at University College Worcester. The game started at a blistering pace with Josh Cooprider and Dave Jones scoring three points

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club have finally completed the signing of Renaldo Edmondson. The 20-year-old shooting guard sealed his transfer from Teesside yesterday -- and will make his debut in Saturday's home Patrons Cup semi-final against North-West

WORCESTER Wolves moved closer to a semi-final place in the National Basketball League's Patrons Cup by beating Liverpool 99-63. The match brought two of the in-form teams in Division Two together for what on paper promised to be a close contest. Josh

WORCESTER Wolves can go into the Christmas break well clear of their National Basketball League Division Two rivals if they win another crunch game to-night. Leaders Wolves take on second-placed Westminster at University College Worcester (7pm) knowing

WORCESTER Wolves remain unbeaten in the National Basketball League Division Two following a 104-77 home victory over Northampton Neptunes. The familiar starting five of Josh Cooprider, Wayne Robinson, Ty Shaw, Colin Chiverton and Dave Jones took the floor

WORCESTER Wolves have been handed a home draw in the semi-finals of the National Basketball League's Patrons Cup. Wolves will entertain North-West London at University College Worcester on Saturday, January 10 (7pm) after winning their round-robin group

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club could be without ace American forward Ty Shaw for their biggest game of the season tonight. Shaw has gone down with 'flu and is rated as doubtful for their top-of-the-table National League Division Two clash with North-West

WARRIORS captain Pat Sanderson has committed his future to Worcester until 2008. The England international has agreed a two-year extension to the deal that was due to run out at the end of the forthcoming season. Sanderson's signature is a big boost ahead

A FATHER-of-three who let his seven-year-old son drive his car at 70mph was killed when it crashed on the M5 motorway. The youngster, and his two elder brothers who were in the back, miraculously escaped serious harm. Peter Mourier, aged 50, of King's

WORCESTER Wolves player-coach Rick Solvason is backing new boy Keith Jarrett to be a big hit. The 21-year-old forward makes his Wolves debut in tonight's National Basketball League Patrons Cup clash with Liverpool at University College Worcester (7pm)

POLICE have appealed for witnesses and information after an 18-year-old was found lying dead on a road. Robert Blythe, of Droitwich, was discovered near the Ombersley island on the Worcester-bound carriageway of the A38, at Droitwich, at about 2.50am

DOCTORS in South Worcest-ershire are at the top of the pile when it comes to managing common chronic illness, new figures have revealed. Under the Quality and Outcomes Framework - a payment incentive scheme - GP practices score points for achievement

100 Years Ago September 2, 1905 The members of Evesham Town Council are to be commended for endeavouring to prevail upon the Great Western Company to so arrange their train service that Evesham shall participate in the advantages offered by the excellent

WORCESTER Wolves won 92-71 in their National Basketball League Division Two match at Hackney White Heat. Worcester were without Colin Rhooms and long term injury victim Paul Gerald. Luke Sommerville returned to the team. The now familiar starting five

WORCESTER Wolves pulled off a tremendous 87-84 win when they took on Sheffield Arrows in the National Cup first round. Both teams went into the game unbeaten so far this season. Significantly, Sheffield's victories have been recorded in a higher league

CLEOBURY Mortimer angler Terry Hall caught three rainbow trout to 2lb 6oz at Shatterford Lakes, fishing with an orange booby. Two browns were taken by a man from Bromsgrove, to 3lb 8oz, on a black buzzer. On the coarse Erics Lake, a catch of carp to 18lb

IT'S an early start for Worcester Wolves Basketball Club tomorrow as they look to make it three wins out of three in the National League Division Two. Their home clash with Northampton Neptunes gets under way at 3pm rather than their usual evening start

WORCESTER Wolves began the new National Basketball League Division Two season in style with a 127-76 win over Tamar Valley in Plymouth. Wolves travelled without the injured Colin Rhooms, Paul Gerald and Dean Blake. Ross Cooney and Rhys Hocking were recalled

THE dangers of air guns and ball- bearing guns are being stressed after a mother was shot at while walking with her two young children in Kidderminster. The 40-year-old woman was pushing a pushchair with her two-month-old baby on Comberton Hill, with

WORCESTER Wolves put up a highly impressive performance to go down 96-87 to Birmingham Bullets in their final pre-season basketball friendly. The people of Worcester turned up in their hundreds as the Wolves did battle against one of England's most successful

WORCESTER Wolves are expecting a close encounter against Hackney in today's testing National Basketball League Division Two clash in London. It will be their second league outing of the season and comes on the back of last weekend's impressive 87-84 National

Worms were the winning bait at the open on Friday afternoon, which was won by a new angler to the pool, with 86lb 7oz of fish. Friday Open, Dragonfly: Pete Bailey 86-7, Keith Tolley 79-9, Doug Greenow 49-12. Sunday, Heta AC, Dragonfly: Pete Hardiman 44

WORCESTER Wolves are confident of recording their second win of the new basketball season when they travel to Coventry Crusaders in the Patrons Cup tonight (7.30). Wolves go into the first of four round-robin games on the back of a record 127-76 win at

Cob House Farm: Graham Billingsley 62-11, John Guest 43-15, Barry Southall 34-9, Brian Darby 23-6. Members are asked to note a change of venue for the next contest, which will now be held at Darnell Pool on Wednesday, with the draw at 9am. Two keepnets

I NEARLY choked when I read your item about the American cash scam and how the police have provided a telephone number for recipients of letters telling them they have won a large amount of money. Just three weeks ago I received an e-mail from an American

WORCESTER Wolves are confident of getting their competitive basketball season off to a winning start tonight. They travel to Plymouth to take on Tamar Valley in their opening game in the renamed National League Division Two (7.30), hoping to build on

Staffordshire/Worcestershire Canal, 9-10: T Cooke 3-7.5, D Saunders 3-.5, P Bruce 2-6.5, K Green 2-2.5, T Hyrons 2-1.5.

THE Shuttle/Times & News reported on what a good Stourport Regatta we had and my personal thanks go to Stourport Motor Yacht and Bungalow Association, Stourport Steamer Co, Severn Ferry Co, the MIRA rescue launches and all the other river users who

IT'S a big night for Worcester Wolves Basketball Club tonight as they host a prestigious pre-season friendly against the Birmingham Bullets. Tip-off at University College Worcester is at 8pm and Wolves are expecting a bumper crowd for the visit of the

WORCESTER Wolves blooded several youngsters in their National One trip to London United but ended up losing 109-81. They travelled to London without point guard Ben Livingston but with a top four finish virtually out of reach for the Worcester side -

TWO girls from the Czech Republic who work on Cotswold farms are to be evicted from their mobile home. Cotswold councillors threw out their application for planning permission to remain in the caravan when they met to consider the matter yesterday. Now

On Sunday there will be a contest on High Pool at Woodlands View. The draw will be at 7.45am at the venue. To book a peg telephone 01299 822320. Members must use two keepnets at this venue.

MICKLETON held its annual flower, produce and handicraft show on Saturday and warm sunshine greeted the visiting public. The show attracted around 150 visitors and they were treated to a variety of shows and exhibits. Forty-seven entries were received

JOSH Cooprider is backing Worcester Wolves to book a date at Birmingham's National Indoor Arena in the final of the National Basketball League Division One play-offs. American ace Cooprider was a key player as Wolves scored a shock 76-56 win at Bath in

VANDALS are believed to have pushed a forklift truck into the River Avon in Evesham. The plant machinery was bought down to Crown Meadow to load the tent and marquees that were used for the angling competition last weekend onto lorries. Police were called

A MUCH-LOVED family pet which had been missing for more than three days was finally found in a recycling bag at the waste tip. Lewis, a 60-year-old tortoise, had been bought for his owner Pat Guise's 60th birthday. He was more like a family member rather

WORCESTER Wolves went down 128-97 at home to leaders Derbyshire Arrows in the National League Division One. Wolves went into the game boosted by the return of Rhys Hocking to the team. The opening quarter saw the Wolves start at a blistering pace with

WE read with interest the article and letters in the last two editions of the Shuttle/Times & News of the purported feud between councillors Clee and Stokes. The original article of August 11 does nothing to paint councillors in a positive light,

AN Evesham man has walked free from court after the case against him was dropped because the police had not provided statements in time. Joseph Smith, aged 32, of Hopkiln Gardens, was charged with attempted burglary and stealing a vehicle. However at

NEWLY-promoted Bewdley Town are quickly finding their feet in West Midlands League Premier Division. They recovered from an opening day defeat at Tividale to beat Kington Town 3-1, win 4-0 at Wednesfield and defeat Ludlow 2-1 to enter the upper echelons

WORK on restoring the Regal cinema in Evesham could begin before Christmas, it was revealed this week. Richard Ireland, of Birmingham-based agents Nicol Thomas, said a final decision would be taken after talks with the owner of the building next week.

SIXTH place is now the best Worcester Wolves can hope to finish in the National Basketball League Division One. A run of four successive defeats has cost Wolves any chance of ending up in the top four and earning themselves a home tie in the end-of-season

WORCESTER Wolves failed to hit the bullseye when they lost 101-82 in their National Basketball League Division One clash at Derbyshire Arrows. Wolves travelled to last year's double champions in fine spirits following two successive home victories. The

BRINTONS, who play in the Saturday Premier Division of the Kidderminster and District Football League, got their revenge for defeat in the Tony Tranter Memorial Cup the previous week, when they beat Cradley Heath 3-0 to win the Tenbury Nursing Cup. Chaddesley

WORCESTER Wolves were pipped at the death by North West London who ran out 83-74 winners in this National League Division One clash. The home team started the game with an aggressive full court press yet the Wolves had anticipated this and passed their

WORCESTER Wolves moved into third spot in the National League Division One following a 101-83 home win over Westminster Warriors. The London side arrived over an hour late but when the game finally started it was at a blistering pace. Paul Gerald drove

WORCESTER Wolves need to win three of their last four games to book a top four finish in the National Basketball League Division One. That's the view of player-coach Rick Solvason as his side takes on Mansfield Express in their last scheduled home game

KIDDERMINSTER Harriers and Stourport Swifts have been given byes in round one of the Worcestershire Senior Cup. Harriers will host Halesowen Town in round two of the competition with Swifts facing Worcester City on or before December 14.

A NEW dental practice is set to open in Evesham. The new practice, run by Mogamat Ebrahim and Mohamed Wadee, will be based in Port Street and will begin seeing patients on October 1. Dr Alan McMichael, consultant in dental public health at South Worcestershire

A FORMER youth worker involved in an 18-year-long dispute with his neighbours in a Vale village is to be served with an anti-social behaviour order. Richard Jackson, aged 60, was convicted of assaulting one of his neighbours last month. At his sentencing

WORCESTER Wolves player-coach Rick Solvason is backing his side to upset National Basketball League Division One leaders Derbyshire Arrows tonight (7pm). The University College Wor-cester clash pits fifth-placed Wolves against a side who beat them 101

WORCESTER Wolves hope to boost hopes of a top four finish in the National Basketball League Division One when they travel to North-West London today. Wolves are currently fifth in the table following last week's convincing win over Black Country -- one

WORCESTER Wolves are confident of getting their play-off challenge back on the right track tonight. The Wolves take on local rivals Black Country Bears at University College Worcester (7pm) in the National Basketball League Division One. And they are

WORCESTER Wolves could move into joint third place in the National Basketball League Division One with victory over Westminster Warriors tonight (7pm). Confidence restored after their 99-89 home win over Hull last week, the Wolves are confident of their

WORCESTER Wolves maintained their bid for honours in the National Basketball League Division One when they beat Bath Romans 76-71 at University College Worcester. Bath took an early lead and it took some fine play by Josh Cooprider to bring the Worcester

WORCESTER Wolves triumphed 104-90 in their National Basketball League Division One clash against North West London. A full house at University College Worcester welcomed Lord Faulkner of Worcester who presented a cheque on behalf of the Sport and the

WORCESTER Wolves are still hoping to give American star Josh Cooprider a run-out in tonight's home National Basketball League Division One clash with Hull (7pm). Cooprider only returned to Worcester yesterday after a nightmare journey back from the United

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club's star American player Josh Cooprider is finally back in the city after a nightmare journey. Cooprider, who returned home to the United States for Christmas, flew back a day late after his original flight was cancelled

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club face a race against time to get their American star Josh Cooprider back for their home National League Division One clash against Hull on Saturday. Cooprider returned to the United States for Christmas and was due to fly

WORCESTER Wolves clinched their first National Basketball League Division One win of the season when they beat the Black Country Bears 94-72 at Stourbridge. Wolves gave a National League debut to Tom Thornton, while Paul Gerald made a welcome return from

WARRIORS captain Pat Sanderson has committed his future to Worcester until 2008. The England international has agreed a two-year extension to the deal that was due to run out at the end of the forthcoming season. Sanderson's signature is a big boost ahead

CARIBBEAN ace Chris Gayle is intent on bringing his Calypso magic to New Road -- and keeping Worcestershire's season alive. The Jamaican all-rounder made an instant impression at County headquarters in the first two days of the Championship fixture against

WORCESTER Wolves can go joint top of the National Basketball League Division One if they beat Bath Romans tonight (7pm). Wolves will be going for their third successive win in the clash at University College Worcester, and will be full of confidence after

THE PAT SANDERSON COLUMN IT'S that time of year again and it's hard to look past Worcester Warriors' first weekend. The Gloucester game has been such a long time coming. We've talked about where we want to be but now we've got to get our act together

FLYFORD Flavell won Colwall's annual tournament, beating seven-times defending champions Hereford Nomads. Two wins qualified Flyford for the 20-over final. Flyford lost the toss and were asked to bat. Tom Green (42no), Alan Moss (24) and Mark Moss (18

THREE Pershore youngsters bowled over a men's side from Belbroughton when they took a trio of wickets apiece. Twelve-year-olds George Burt and Tom Bird and 13-year-old Rory Harrison took nine wickets between them as Pershore Third XI won the match by

WORCESTER Wolves triumphed 90-88 in their National Basketball Trophy clash at Team Bath. Worcester replaced Nick Vinsonneau in the first five with Paul Gerald who has impressed in the previous game. He was joined by Rick Solvason, Joph Cooprider, Ben

WORCESTER Wolves will have to be at their best if they are to reach the semi-finals of the National Basketball Trophy tonight. Wolves face a tough quarter-final tie away to National Conference side Worthing Thunder (8pm). But Wolves have already beaten

WORCESTER Wolves kick-off their National Basketball League Division One campaign with a tough trip to Westminster Warriors tonight (8pm). Wolves, fresh from reaching the National Trophy quarter-finals, will have to contend with a hostile home crowd as

WORCESTER Wolves have lost out on a possible home quarter-final in the National Trophy following a ruling by the English Basketball Association. Wolves' final group match against Plymouth Raiders, scheduled for last Sunday, was cancelled after the club

WORCESTER Wolves lost 108-84 in their away National Basketball Trophy match at Oxford Devils. They went into the game with an unchanged team from the previous week's victory over Oxford. Worcester's starting five included Rick Solvason, Ben Livingston

WORCESTER Wolves can virtually guarantee their place in the quarter-finals of the National Basketball Trophy tomorrow. Victory in their away match against Team Bath Romans (6.30) would make it four wins in five group matches and make it almost certain

WORCESTER Wolves expect their toughest test of the season so far in the National Basketball Trophy tonight. Plymouth Raiders are the visitors to University College Worcester (7pm), having finished runners-up in both the Trophy and the Conference last

WORCESTER Wolves have had a busy summer strengthening both the playing and coaching team. Having already secured the services of Colin Rhooms from Coventry Crusaders Robbie Baven from Derby Storm and Joshua Cooprider from Northwest Nazarene University

WORCESTER Wolves have been handed a tough draw in this season's National Basketball Trophy. They are in a group with three teams from the higher-graded National Conference - Coventry Crusaders, Plymouth Raiders and Oxford Devils - as well as Division

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club are celebrating after winning a £70,000 grant to install new permanent seating for spectators at their home matches. The National League Division One club have been given the green light by the Foundation for Sport and

BROADWAY schoolgirls Jasmin Simms and Sabina Moore are seeking sponsors to help them join a school working trip to South America. But they're not just sitting around waiting for the pennies to roll in. Both 16-year-olds have found themselves paper rounds

OLIVE Mason organised an outing to the gardens at Bryans Ground, Presteigne, and Stockton Bury, Leominster. At the August 10 meeting, Rob and Diane Cole told about the hard work involved in setting up their nursery at Meadow Farm, entitling their talk

THE next meeting at The Railway Bell, Comberton Hill, Kidderminster, will be on Wednesday, September 21, starting at 8pm. The show, presented by Mike Moon, will be entitled "Steam in the 50s". Non-members will be welcome, for a nominal entrance fee.

ON Friday, September 8, at Kidderminster Town Hall, the chief executive of English Heritage, author and television historian Dr Simon Thurley, is the guest speaker. His talk, entitled "The Eclipse of Majesty, Palaces and Country Houses and England from

ON Wednesday, September 7, a meeting will be held at 2pm in St George's Annexe, Radford Avenue, Kidderminster. The afternoon's entertainers will be Brian and Liz Dickinson. Visitors will be welcome.

FOR the August outdoor meeting, members visited Dudmaston Hall near Bridgnorth where lunch was followed by a guided tour of the gardens. The lunch venue for Wednesday will be the Three Crowns and Sugarloaf, Franche Road, Kidderminster. This will be followed

ANYONE who has had just a passing interest in wild flowers, bugs and beasties, or bird-watching, will soon become aware that most living things have two distinct sets of names - an English common name, such as primrose or jackdaw, and a Latin name, which

ON Thursday, September 8 at 7.30pm, Judy Berrow will give a talk entitled "Private Gardens for Public Enjoyment", at Stourport Day Centre. Everyone will be welcome to attend for a small donation, which will include refreshment.

A WALK around Chaddesley Woods, of around eight miles, has been organised for Sunday. Ramblers are asked to meet at the Memorial Park gates, Park Avenue, Stourport, at 9am prompt. Transport can be arranged. New walkers will be made welcome, so anyone

THE next meeting will be at noon, on Sunday at the TA Centre, Birmingham Road, Kidderminster. The new time for the meeting is because of the rededication of the Angel of Peace at St Mary's Church, Kidderminster, which will be at 10.50am. Everyone will

ORGANIC farmer Richard Young, of Broadway, the Soil Association's policy adviser, has called on the government to undertake comprehensive surveillance of antibiotic resistance in chickens. More than half the British chickens - none organic - tested for

VALE Landscape Heritage Trust has progressed through the early rounds of the Green Apple Environmental Awards to win a place on the shortlist for final judging. If it is among the top winners, trustees of Vale Landscape Heritage Trust will be invited

THE Cambridge hack who suggested the Abbey Stadium was becoming a happy-hunting ground for Kidderminster Harriers was given short shrift by Stuart Watkiss after this victory. "Some good it did us last year, let's hope it has more of a knock-on effect

CARIBBEAN ace Chris Gayle is intent on bringing his Calypso magic to New Road -- and keeping Worcestershire's season alive. The Jamaican all-rounder made an instant impression at County headquarters in the first two days of the Championship fixture against

A NEW charity shop to raise cash for a county hospice is to open in Broadway. ST Richard's Hospice is set to open the new outlet in the village to raise money to provide specialist care for patients and families living with cancer and other life-threatening

You've just stepped off the plane and one look at English soil fills your heart with dread. Take our test to see if you're suffering the post-holiday blues AS we plunge headlong into September, many workers returning from summer breaks will be wondering

THE National Stitch and Creative Needle Crafts Show is being held at Birmingham's NEC from September 15 to 18. Whether an experienced crafter or beginner, visitors can enjoy a wide variety of classes, make and take sessions and on-stand demonstrations

A VARIED bill of drama, comedy, music and children's entertainment is lined up for the forthcoming season at The Rose in Kidderminster. Beginning with Kidderminster Operatic and Dramatic Society's Key for Two next Wednesday, the venue hosts a range of

THE name's Aldis - Simon Aldis, the man who will shake and stir participants in a James Bond-style workshop to teach students stage unarmed combat techniques. Simon - also known as Ralph - of Stourport, has a busy time ahead of him, as he is taking up

I FEEL sorry for pupils in a few years time who may attend a "state of the art" New Christopher Whitehead. Surely it will be a great shock if they win places at Oxford or Cambridge, to be taught in buildings built in the 1900s. It shows it's not the buildings

COUNCIL chiefs are being forced to close public toilets near a park because they are being used by drug addicts. Wychavon District Council says it is doing everything it can to keep the toilets near Abbey Park, Pershore, open but factors are working against

THE killing of Jean Charles de Menezes by officers from SO19, show how far we have been absorbed into the EU, despite never being asked if we wished for political integration with the EU. Interpol, and the Special Operations 19 force are part of the force

A NEW dental practice is set to open in Evesham. The new practice, run by Mogamat Ebrahim and Mohamed Wadee, will be based in Port Street and will begin seeing patients on October 1. Dr Alan McMichael, consultant in dental public health at South Worcestershire

I'M proud to be a supporter of the Everyman Male Cancer Awareness Campaign, which is why I climbed into a pair of giant underpants last year to promote greater awareness of male cancer and why I'm calling on your male readers to do their bit now. Everyman

RECYCLING glass is being made easier than ever for people living in South Worcestershire as a new scheme is launched. A green box will be appearing on doorsteps over the next few weeks for residents to store their glass bottles and jars ready to be taken

SURELY, like me, the whole county must have been disgusted to read in your article on Friday, August 19 that 60 per cent of entrants in the Race for Life on Sunday, June 12 have failed to pay in the money they have collected for Cancer Research. I find

GET on your bike is the advice given by officers from Warwickshire County Council. Environmental officers from the council have released new figures showing last year there were 10 times more drivers and riders injured in the county than pedestrians.

AN Evesham businesswoman has paid tribute to a teenage motorcyclist who was killed in a racetrack crash. Sue Chapman, who along with her partner Mark Tyrell, had sponsored 14-year-old Chris Jones up to this season, said: "He was a wonderful, wonderful

NIMBLE-fingered keyboard players will descend on a Kidderminster hotel for a four-day festival celebrating organ music. Members of the Association of Organ Enthusiasts will assemble at the Ramada Hotel and Resort between Monday, September 12 and Friday

PEOPLE interested in helping families with children under five cope with problems ranging from illness to loneliness can find out more during a Kidderminster-based group's open day. Home-Start Wyre Forest, based at the MCF Complex, New Road, will be opening

A FREAK flash flood that hit a Wyre Forest road last week caused temporary tailbacks stretching back over a mile. Traffic briefly ground to a halt on the Stourport Road last Thursday at 3.15pm after heavy rainfall formed a pool of water at the junction

SERVICE users and staff at the Edward Parry Centre are to make a splash for cash with a 12-hour sponsored fishing contest. and Glen Newitt. The money netted in a Fishathon at Wharton Park Fisheries in Bewdley will be used to fund extra activities for

VISITORS to Kidderminster Farmers Market were able to get up close and personal with the bees behind the honey they were buying when an observation hive was on display. Pam Collier, who works on the Cornbrook Bee Farm's stall, said it had proved a popular

A STOURPORT youngster has proved that if you are good enough then you are old enough by passing a GCSE exam aged just 14. James Wall, who achieved a C grade in German, was one of the success stories from the year nine "top-tempo" group at Stourport High

A STOURPORT High School pupil who bagged nine GCSE passes has advised critics of the qualifications to "try them for themselves". Laura Nicol bagged top marks in art and design, design textiles, English language and English literature. The pupil, who

WYRE Forest residents wanting to get in touch with social services for the first time will now have to contact a Worcester-based central contact point. The new Access Centre system is intended to help people find their way through the maze of Worcestershire

A KIDDERMINSTER police beat manager will find it easier to get around after being given a sponsored car. A Hyundai Getz will enable PC Dean Cave to do his job as part of a Pathfinder project in Oldington and Foley Park. The new car has been provided by

HOUSEHOLDERS are being asked for their views to help improve domestic energy efficiency. Wyre Forest District Council is conducting a survey seeking residents' opinions about their homes, with questionnaires being distributed to 2,000 properties. Information

CULTURAL and architectural attractions across Wyre Forest and the surrounding area will be showcased as part of a national heritage event later this month. Kidderminster Town Hall - which is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year - Churchill Forge

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DRINKERS whose tipple of choice is cider can learn about the art of making it at a special event at Hanbury Hall this month. The historic National Trust house near Droitwich is hosting a lecture lunch on Wednesday, September 14, when cider and perry-making

REPRESENTATIVES from businesses on the Berry Hill industrial estate in Droitwich have been invited to discuss how they can be involved in improving the area. Earlier this summer, Wychavon District Council commissioned regeneration specialists British

CLOTHING chain Matalan said it was in good shape despite like-for-like sales falling 6.4 per cent over the past 26 weeks. The group, which has stores in Malvern and Kiddermi-nster, offset the decline with better margins as it carried out measures to improve

THE future looks sparkling for Kidderminster people as a specialist cleaning franchise is launched in the town. Myhome is a nationally recognised business and the latest franchise has been launched by Rachel Setchell, a resident of the town for more than

KIDDERMINSTER Victoria seconds suffered their first defeat in 30 matches when they went down to Knowle and Dorridge in the Birmingham League 2nd XI Premier Division on Saturday. Result: Knowle and Dorridge v KVCC. KVCC 221-8, Knowle and Dorridge 222-6

TONIGHT: Birmingham: Marriott Hotel - Lupa. Wolverhampton: Robin R'n'B2 - The Commandments. FRIDAY: Stourport: The Angel - jazz. Birmingham: Symphony Hall - charity jazz concert. Brindley Place - The Konig Trio free rush-hour blues. Wolverhampton: Robin

ORGANIC farmer Richard Young, of Broadway, the Soil Association's policy adviser, has called on the government to undertake comprehensive surveillance of antibiotic resistance in chickens. More than half the British chickens - none organic - tested for

THE National Stitch and Creative Needle Crafts Show is being held at Birmingham's NEC from September 15 to 18. Whether an experienced crafter or beginner, visitors can enjoy a wide variety of classes, make and take sessions and on-stand demonstrations

A VARIED bill of drama, comedy, music and children's entertainment is lined up for the forthcoming season at The Rose in Kidderminster. Beginning with Kidderminster Operatic and Dramatic Society's Key for Two next Wednesday, the venue hosts a range of

THE name's Aldis - Simon Aldis, the man who will shake and stir participants in a James Bond-style workshop to teach students stage unarmed combat techniques. Simon - also known as Ralph - of Stourport, has a busy time ahead of him, as he is taking up

NIMBLE-fingered keyboard players will descend on a Kidderminster hotel for a four-day festival celebrating organ music. Members of the Association of Organ Enthusiasts will assemble at the Ramada Hotel and Resort between Monday, September 12 and Friday

CULTURAL and architectural attractions across Wyre Forest and the surrounding area will be showcased as part of a national heritage event later this month. Kidderminster Town Hall - which is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year - Churchill Forge

CHURCHILL Forge, one of the properties throwing open its doors to the public, is the last surviving water-powered plating forge in the UK. Featuring working waterwheels and machinery, it was run on a commercial basis until 1969. The forge, which is located

1 Sahara 2 The Interpreter 3 Cursed 4 Coach Carter 5 The Wedding Date) 6 XXX2 7 Hide and Seek 8 Hitch 9 Are We There Yet? 10 Alexander 11 Hostage 12 Man of the House 13 Constantine 14 Ice Princess 15 Miss Congeniality 16 Bullet Boy 17 Million Dollar Baby

BEWDLEY firsts secured a victory and a winning draw during a productive Bank Holiday home double header in Division One. On Saturday they beat Droitwich by four wickets after putting the visitors into bat and restricting them to 192-9. In a Herculean

STOURPORT beat Lye by two wickets on Saturday, gaining 20 points to Lye's six, in their Division Three encounter. Stourport put their hosts in to bat and they made 192, Kevin Hughes taking 4-33 and Andy Platt claiming three scalps. In reply Stourport

STONE enjoyed their first win for six weeks, with a much improved performance against visiting Badsey, who they beat by 60 runs. Batting first, Stone put on 34 for the first wicket, then a stand of 94 between Peter Harler (59) and Mike Brazier (54) helped

CHADDESLEY Corbett enjoyed a 32-run win over Bewdley Cavaliers in Division Seven on Saturday. Batting first, Chaddesley only made 125 thanks almost single-handedly to George Baylis who was the only one to reach double figures with an impressive 86. Bewdley's

Saturday round-up Division One first teams: Alvechurch 247, Chaddesley Corbett 172; Droitwich Spa 192-9, Bewdley 195-6. Division One second teams: Chaddesley Corbett 203-7, Alvechurch 206-9; Droitwich Spa 7-, Bewdley 71-2. Division Two first teams: KVCC

ARLEY beat champions George by 26 runs in their last Wilden Industrial Estates Wednesday League Division C fixture of the season. Matt Smith hit 76no, while Richard Troman took 4-17 and Giles Crowson 3-28. In the same division, Steve Morris hit 57 and

BATTING (knocks of 50 or more) 226no Neil Fletcher (Cutnall Green), 169no Nick Griffiths (Cleobury), 139no Andy Maiden (Brintons), 116 Craig Wood (KVCC), 86no Ian Sadler (KVCC 3rd), 86 George Baylis (Chaddesley 3rd), 82 S Brown (Cookley 2nd), 78 Robert

BIRMINGHAM LEAGUE Division One P W D L Ab P Smethwick 19 11 4 1 3 312 Shrewsbury 19 11 3 4 1 297 Water Orton 19 11 2 4 1 293 KVCC 19 11 2 4 2 289 Harborne 19 7 8 3 1 258 Sutton 19 6 5 7 1 230 Walmley 19 4 4 10 1 184 Stratford 19 5 1 10 3 175 Bromsgrove

FIRE Brigade Union chiefs are urging Worcestershire and Herefordshire people to continue fighting plans to replace England's 46 fire control rooms with nine regional centres. It comes as the union claims the Government's controversial plans have spiralled

BUDDING historians will be able to take a good look at a museum's storerooms for curiosities, and experience life in the Victorian era when it hosts open days this month. Worcestershire County Mus-eum, at Hartlebury Castle, near Kidderminster, will be

BUDDING historians will be able to take a trip down memory lane as the Malverns are brought to life in a book of pictures on the area. Images of England - The Malverns has been compiled by historian Brian Iles, of Bank Road, Malvern. The book features

TERMINALLY ill youngsters in Worcester are one step closer to having their last wishes granted thanks to the city's residents. The Make A Wish Foundation's branch in Timberdine has joined forces with the Harvester restaurant chain to sell tickets to customers

A fish and chip shop from Pershore will batter it out with nine others in a national competition. Newlands Fish Bar has been shortlisted in the 2005 National Fish & Chip Shop Of The Year Competition and will represent the Midlands. Owner Harry Christodoulou

Shock at sudden death of district councillor A WELL-known district councillor died after slipping into a coma just seven hours after she was discharged from Worcestershire Royal Hospital. Maureen Aston was taken to A and E by ambulance, believed to be

A KIDDERMINSTER couple have proved that there is such a thing as love at second sight after finally making it up the aisle. Newlyweds, Barry and Tracy Watkins, made it to the altar after falling for each other - 23 years after first splitting up. The

AN adventurous Kidderminster woman who has never set foot outside of Europe - let alone worked with wild animals - is set to get up close and personal with one of the world's most fearsome creatures. Rachel Winzer, 21, of Mason Road will travel to South

A WOULD-BE Kidderminster daredevil is appealing for help to enable her to take part in a parachute jump for charity. Self-confessed "thrill seeker" Karen Cave needs to find £350 to take part in the challenging stunt in aid of Mary Stevens Hospice in Stourbridge

BEES will be the centre of attention at a Beekeeping and Honey Show at Twyford Garden Centre. The exhibition on Saturday and Sunday, September 17 and 18, is being staged by Evesham Beekeepers Association. From 10am each day members will be displaying

THE chairman of the St Richard's New Hospice Appeal is so keen to help the campaign reach its £5.25m target that he is opening up his own home for a massive fund-raising event. An outdoor charity picnic concert, featuring big band swing and jazz, will

THE vast majority of us has to acknowledge the concept of scrutiny in our daily lives. There are few people who have the privilege of just doing their own thing in the workplace. For example, we recall that teachers were extremely reluctant to accept

TWO victories in 24 hours kept Worcester Wolves on course for a high finish in England Basketball League Division One. Wolves beat Essex and Herts Leopards 84-69 at home on Saturday before winning 84-64 at Teesside Mohawks yesterday. The double success

WORCESTER Wolves have been handed a major boost for the new season after securing the services of Matt Collins for another year. Wolves snapped up the point guard from Coventry Crusaders at the turn of the year and have now convinced Collins to stay at

UNIVERSITY College Worcester's basketball team jet out to Poland tomorrow in a bid to be crowned European champions. The team, representing Great Britain, will be one of 12 university teams in action in Gorzow next week as the continent's top students

WORCESTER Wolves' quest to reach the summit of basketball in England begins tonight. Wolves finished fourth in England Basketball League Division One -- the reward for their efforts since September. Now they host Worthing Thunder in a quarter-final clash

TY Shaw has given Worcester Wolves a huge boost by agreeing to return to the club for next season. The forward meets up with Australian side Cockburn Cougars as soon as Wolves complete their England Basketball campaign. But Shaw will be back come September

WORCESTER Wolves set up a May Day showdown with North West London after an English Basketball League Division Two play-off victory. The Wolves saw off Westminster Warriors with a 115-58 win at University College, Worcester. The victory leaves the Wolves

WORCESTER Wolves' new player Richard Onions is set to be a crowd-pleaser predicts the man who signed him. Director of basketball Mick Donovan has snapped up the 24-year-old to add experience to Wolves following their promotion to National League Division

WORCESTER Wolves completed a weekend double in the National Basketball League Division Two when they visited Oxford Devils and won 62-53. The vicotry enabled Wolves to maintain thepressure on leaders North West London. Oxford started strongly and raced

THREE Stourport cross-Channel travellers have completed a unique 1,100 mile journey that helped boost funds for a Kidderminster charity. Emily Foxall, Matthew Parker and Nigel Richardson raised over £1,400 for Kemp Hospice, which helps people with life-limiting

STOURPORT residents are being asked to submit their views on the exciting new multi-million pound redevelopment plans for the town. The proposed facelift, which will link the historic canal basins to Bridge Street, is intended to boost the town's economy

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club are relying on favours from elsewhere to keep their title hopes alive. Wolves are away to Coventry Crusaders tonight (7.30) in their final National League Division Two game of the season. They must win and then hope that

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club made it 15 wins in 16 National League Division Two games at the weekend -- but not a shot was fired in anger. Wolves' away game against Northampton Neptunes on Saturday did not take place after the three table officials

FRANCHE A's win over Bewdley A has seen them clinch the Division One title in the Kidderminster & District Mid-week Bowling League for the fifth season running. It means they pip long time leaders St Johns A on shot difference. Bewdley A's loss, and

FAN-power can help Worcester Wolves Basketball Club win the first trophy in their short history tonight. A sell-out 700-plus crowd at University College Worcester will watch Wolves take on Hackney White Heat in the National League Patrons Cup final (7.30

KIDDERMINSTER Carolians Rugby Club's firsts and seconds warmed up for their coming campaigns with victories over their Pershore counterparts. After coming from a converted try down they led 20-7 at half-time with tries from Andy Webber (2) and Tom Scandrett

WORCESTER Wolves eased to a 91-76 win over Hackney White Heat at University College Worcester to maintain their stranglehold on the National Basketball League Division Two leadership. The encounter was a dress rehearsal for the Patrons Cup Final on March

BUDDING Wyre Forest divers are being given an opportunity to Try-a-Dive for free by a Stourport club. Stourport Divers are offering the one-hour taster sessions on Sunday at 3.30pm. The short introduction lessons, at Stourport Sports Centre in Harold

KIDDERMINSTER racing driver Nathan Freke was plagued by a mixture of mechanical gremlins at Castle Combed on Bank Holiday Monday. After his recent success at Brands Hatch he was hoping that he would be able to repeat the wins on his home track. Racing

THE carnival spirit is growing in Stourport as final preparations are being made for this weekend's event. Organisers want the occasion to be "the biggest and best yet" to mark the 80th anniversary of the popular carnival, which regularly attracts more

LEADERS Worcester Wolves face a crunch game in the National Basketball League Division Two this evening when they travel to second-placed North-West London (4pm). Both sides have lost just once this season and victory will see Wolves take a massive step

WORCESTER Wolves travelled to London for their second National Basketball League Division Two game within 24 hours to play fourth-placed Westminster Warriors and won 96-83 yesterday. Wolves were without Rikki Prince who was replaced by Rhys Hocking. Josh

CHAMPIONS Waggon & Horses will start their defence of the title against newcomers Wribbenhall Social when the Banks's Bewdley darts league kicks off tomorrow. Fixtures: Bowling club A v Black Boy B, Black Boy A v Bliss Gate, Waggon v Wribbenhall Soc

WORCESTER Wolves will be certain of a top two finish in the National Basketball League Division Two if they win both legs of their weekend double-header. Unbeaten leaders Wolves take on third-placed Liverpool twice inside 24 hours, at University College

LEADERS Worcester Wolves made light of a depleted squad to beat Colchester 92-55 in the National Basketball League Division Two. They travelled to Colchester with only eight players following the withdrawal of Colin Rhooms with flu and the blocked transfer

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club are refusing to get carried away by title talk. Wolves take on Coventry Crusaders at University College Worcester tonight (7pm) looking for their 12th win out of 12 in the National League Division Two North. They are clear

TSUNAMI Karate Club were golden wonders at the KSI European Championships in Estonia - with a few silvers thrown in for good measure. Instructor Sensei Solfrid Daniels clinched the ladies individual kata gold and the ladies team kata gold along with clubmate

FOUR Wyre Forest athletes, all members of Special Olympics Worcestershire, travelled to Olomouc, in the Czech Republic, where they represented Great Britain in a European Special Olympics Athletics Championship. All four brought medals home. Gold winners

WORCESTER WOLVES 96 TAMAR VALLEY 90 THIS should have been a comfortable National Basketball League Division Two win for Worcester Wolves. But the lowly placed visitors from Plymouth clearly had other ideas as they raced into an early lead. Wolves missed

NEW signing Renaldo Edmondson is being backed to make a big impact on his debut for Worcester Wolves Basketball Club tonight. The 20-year-old shooting guard, signed from National League Division One Teesside Mohawks this week, will be thrown straight

WORCESTER WOLVES 119 HULL 68 A LARGE crowd assembled at the UCW Sports Centre to see Worcester Wolves return to National League Division Two duty in the first game of the 'double header' weekend against Hull. Wolves were without Keith Jarrett and Rikki

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club are furious after their bid to sign Renaldo Edmondson was blocked at the last minute. Wolves had signed all the necessary forms to recruit the ex-Teesside player so he could play in tonight's National League Division Two

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club are poised to make another key signing. The unbeaten National League Division Two leaders are set to snap up Renaldo Edmondson, a 6ft 3in shooting guard formerly with Teesside. Wolves are hoping to iron out a wrangle with

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club can steal a march on their rivals if they can take maximum advantage of a weekend double-header. A quirk of the National League Division Two fixture list sees unbeaten leaders Wolves take on lowly Hull twice in the space

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club have pulled off another key signing with the capture of Keith Jarrett. The 21-year-old, 6ft 6in forward, formerly with Birmingham Bullets, has agreed to play for Wolves for the rest of this season while taking a year off

A NEW bus service for Malvern has won the backing of Age Concern. First Midland Red is starting two new hourly services for Malvern on Monday, September 5. The new 41/41A will run clockwise around the town and the 43/43A will run anti-clockwise. The buses

WORCESTER WOLVES 76, MANCHESTER 85 A LARGE crowd gathered for this National Basketball Cup game at University College Worcester in hope of another Worcester Wolves giant-killing act against their northern Division One opponents - but it was not to be!

WORCESTER Wolves travelled to play Coventry Crusaders for the first game in their Patrons Cup Challenge and returned home with a 101-95 victory. Coventry fielded a strong team that included former French international Derek Pope and the exciting American

WORCESTER Wolves player-coach Rick Solvason is determined that his side will break their home duck tonight. Wolves entertain Coventry Crusaders at University College Worcester (7pm) in a National Basketball League Patron's Cup group match. Having won

Young Richard Swann, of Stourport, won the Tuesday Junior Open, and came second in the Friday Junior Open. Tuesday Cost-Cutter, 10 fished, Meadow: Carl Astbury (SBS) 153lb 3oz (peg 49), Terry King (Worcester Green Man) 91-14 (58), Mick Whittaker (Beechdale

WORCESTER Wolves are backing a large home crowd to will them to victory over Manchester Magic in the second round of the National Basketball Cup tonight (7pm). Wolves are full of confidence for the match at University College Worcester after winning their

Families featured on Sunday at the fishery. In the Sunday Open, David Lear junior beat his dad (also David) into second place in the Sunday Open, also taking the silver fish prize. In Kings Norton Royal British Legion's match, Lee Gumbley beat his uncle

WORCESTER Wolves basketball club have pulled off a transfer coup by snapping up Rikki Prince from Birmingham Bullets. The 6ft 4in 24-year-old shooting guard has signed in time to make his Bullets debut in Saturday's National Cup clash with Manchester

A WOMAN who came to the rescue of a teenage girl being sexually assaulted by two men is being sought by police seeking more information about the incident. The good Samaritan made the two attackers flee when she intervened during the assault, near the

Wednesday: Gareth Emlyn (Lilco) 38-13 (Oak 21, corn and pellet, island, carp .5lb to 4lb), Tony Foster (OB Wolves) 37-12 (Oak 1, paste and pellet, corner, carp 3lb), Mark Foster (OB Wolves) 36-12 (Oak 18). Thursday: Pete Ricketts (New Willenhall) 72-4

WORCESTER Wolves began their build-up to the new season with a fine 86-64 win over Bath Romans. Wolves introduced some of their new signings in the University College Worcester clash including Ty Shaw, Luke Sommerville, Ben Clarke and Geoff Sentamun.

WORCESTER Wolves Basketball Club face their stiffest test of the season tonight when they travel to face City of Sheffield Arrows in the National Cup first round (6pm). The Division One outfit, formerly known as Derbyshire, won Wolves' division last season

I WOULD like to comment on letters referring to the lack of attention to Wolverley by our local politicians. While I agree with many of the comments, I would defend the parish council, in that they have been actively behind the community plan for Wolverley

WORCESTER Wolves' brave National League basketball play-off challenge came to an end when they lost 104-95 against North West London. The University College Worcester sports hall was packed to capacity long before the players were introduced for what