The number of students in Worcester is set to rocket.That's both good news and bad for the city, according to a new report COMING to a town near you - students. And with students come kebab shops and takeaways, cheap drink promotions and perhaps some
A BIRTHDAY bash was held in Worcester in honour of one of the world's greatest composers. The Elgar School of Music organised the bash to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's birth. The party, held at Saffrons, New Street, on Friday
THE 5th Worcester Sea Scout Group has officially launched its Jubilee year of events. Stuart Robinson, assistant cub leader, said the aim of the 60th anniversary year is to make sure the 60 to 70 boys and girls who are members of the group's Scouts, Cubs
WORCESTER City's three-prong forward approach -- fast becoming commonplace at St George's Lane -- has received the thumbs up from Adam Webster. Manager Andy Preece has gone offensive-minded in City's previous home fixtures by selecting three in attack
HERE'S a question for the parents of Worcester. Can you say, with any certainty, where your children are at a given time of the day or night? If the answer is yes, then what follows doesn't apply. But if the answer is no, then we suggest you take a long
WORCESTER City starlet Sam Wedgbury is expected to join Sheffield United for an undisclosed five-figure fee. The talented 16-year-old midfielder should complete his switch to the Championship side this week after impressing Blades bosses during a three-week
ANDY Preece is poised to tweak his side in Greater Manchester tonight as Worcester City aim for a third consecutive Nationwide North away win (7.45). Following back-to-back triumphs at Gainsborough and Hinckley, City travel up the M6 to mid-table Stalybridge
WORCESTER Warriors director of rugby John Brain has confirmed that captain Pat Sanderson's back injury is not the same as the one that kept him out of the side over Christmas. The flanker has been ruled out of England's first three Six Nations mat-ches
WORCESTER Wolves will be roared on by around 300 fans when they do battle with Sheffield Arrows in the Nat-ional Trophy final at Coventry Skydome on Sunday (2pm). The prospect of Wolves winning the first major piece of silverware in their short history
THERE'S a touch of the true Olympic spirit in this year's annual report of the popular Wyre Forest Pony Club. Slightly adapting "It's not the winning that counts, but the taking part", district commissioner Amanda Smith says: "We may not always have been
SIR - This week, our recycling bins (we have two) were not collected. Why? Contamination, said the card. But why was the other bin emptied? No reply. Meanwhile, the phone hotline never return calls. This is the council that threatens to raise council
SIR - May I praise the Worcestershire Royal Hospital for the prompt attention my husband received when he was admitted to the hospital. They get a lot of criticism and I thought it was about time they had some good press. I couldn't fault the hospital
SIR - I have written complaining about the wheelie bins. People might think I'm against re-cycling, which I'm not. I like the story of the Garden Centre re-cycling the Christmas trees by shredding and turning it into compost to sell back to the public
SIR - Frank L Jones has a confounded cheek by blaming Labour voters for the pensions crisis - when his darling Margaret Thatcher miss-sold us the "financial miracle" that was to follow if we invested in the stock market and in private pensions (a sure
SIR - Recent Government press releases would have us believe that our hospitals are getting cleaner, and that hospital-acquired infections such as MRSA are under control. But is this the true picture? MRSA Action UK is a charity set up by a group of people
DERRICK Bright is something of an unsung hero - but his persistence in lobbying the city council has earned him recognition from our Pride In Worcestershire campaign. Mr Bright, a retired ice cream man, saved hundreds of houses from being knocked down
WORCESTER City starlet Sam Wedgbury is expected to join Sheffield United for an undisclosed five-figure fee. The talented 16-year-old midfielder should complete his switch to the Championship side this week after impressing Blades bosses during a three-week
Green and pleasant land... staff photographer Marie Myers captured Malvern Wells in all its winter glory.
Firms are being urged to improve the childcare support they offer workers. The TUC says that finding good quality, affordable childcare was one of the biggest challenges facing working parent and employers could do more to lessen the hassle and ease the
A FRIEND and colleague of the British peace activist Norman Kember, who is being held hostage in Iraq, says he has mixed emotions about the new video footage showing him to be alive. John Johansen-Burg, of Rannoch Avenue, St Peter's, Worcester, spoke
NORTH-east Worcestershire was once covered by the Great Forest of Feckenham. The forest is long gone, but traces survive, mainly in the form of remnant woods, such as Bow Wood. The forest heritage is also apparent in the massive old oak trees which still
BOWDLER Elsie Peggy Peggy's Family would like to thank everyone for the kind messages of sympathy and support following their sad loss. Special thanks to E J Gumery & Son, the Reverend S Currie and for all the donations made on her behalf. Published
SEABRIDGE Bill Remembering a wonderful dad and loving grandad. Always in our thoughts. David, Rita, Vicky and Anna. Published in paper 31/01/2006
SEABRIDGE William Edward Treasured memories of a special father and grandfather. You will remain forever in our hearts. God Bless. Anne, Terry and Susan. Published in paper 31/01/2006
SEABRIDGE. Bill. Remembering dear Bill today as always. Love Beryl and Joy. Published in paper 31/01/2006
STALLARD SLATER Congratulations John and Emma on your engagement. Love and best wishes from Both Families. xxx Published in paper 31/01/2006
BURTON Harold Richard Tucker Of Droitwich, formerly of Ombersley. Suddenly after a short illness on January 28th, 2006, aged 85 years. Husband of the late Phyllis, dear father of Colin, Ann and Susan and a much loved grandad and great grandad. Funeral
BODENHAM Kenneth Passed peacefully away on January 27th, 2006, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of Mary. Will be sadly missed by all his Family and Friends.. The Funeral Service will take place at Worcester Crematorium on Thursday February 2nd, at 2.30
STEADE Violet The Family would like to thank all who attended Vi's funeral on January 26th, 2006. Also for the cards and messages of condolence received. Sincere thanks to Sister Joan Hudspeth and Bedwardine Funeral Services. Special thanks to Regent
MATHEWS Joyce Win, Phil, Sue and Family would like to thank Friends and Neighbours for their kindness, cards, letters and phone calls. Thanks to all who attended the funeral and for your donations to Joyce's chosen charities. Published in paper 31/01
HUNT Jack Sincere Thanks. Win, John and June wish to thank all Family, Friends and Neighbours for messages of sympathy, floral tributes and donations to the Royal Naval Association. Thanks to all who attended the service at Worcester Crematorium, and
WRACK Winifred Margo, Ann,and Jean thank everyone for all the cards and messages received. Special thanks to all at Shrubbery Nursing Home for their excellent care, to Jean Gardiner who took the Funeral Service and EJ Gumery and Son for all their help
FRANKLIN Clare Happy Birthday Clare. Congratulations on your 18th Birthday. Love Mum, Dad and Family. xxxx Published in paper 31/01/2006
HEYWOOD Sydney Syd In loving memory of a very special father and grandfather who passed away a year ago today. Barbara, Harry and Family. Published in paper 31/01/2006
ESSEX Hubert William Bert In loving memory of a devoted and caring husband who fell asleep one year ago today. I never had time to say good-bye but memories will remain with me until we meet again. Forever in my thoughts. God bless. Bett. xxx -------
LANE Mabel A dear wife and mother. Remembered with love. Passed away fourteen years today. Ray, Martin, Sylvia, Rachel, Shelley. Published in paper 31/01/2006
SEABRIDGE William Edward Precious memories of my darling Bill, passed away five years ago today. Memories that will stay in my heart forever. I bless the day that I met you and married you and for the lovely Family we have got. May you rest in peace my
BIKERS were out in force in Worcester as part of a national campaign encouraging drivers to look longer for bikes on the road. A team of motorcyclists from the Institute of Advanced Motorists joined Worcestershire County Council's senior road safety officer
IT MAY be "some time" before management of Warndon Community Centre is back in the hands of local people, city council bosses have warned. Eight volunteers were suspended from the hall's 11-strong committee earlier this month after allegations of bullying
AN early visit to the beautiful garden at The Greyfriars in Worcester is on offer when it opens for a day in support of a range of charities. The tranquil walled garden in the heart of the city is holding a National Gardens Scheme event on Saturday, February
TAXI fares could rise under new plans for Droitwich, Evesham, Pershore and other parts of Wychavon district. The district licensing committee is to review the charges next Thursday, February 2. If they are given the green light, a journey of 1,240 metres
TWO county firms have emerged victorious from the battle of the bangers after scooping first and second prize respectively for their sausages in a regional competition. Checketts of Ombersley, a family-run butcher of Main Road, Ombersley, tantalised the
PHOTOGRAPHS dating back to the 1950s have been discovered in a shop in Worcester city centre. Now staff at The Cabin, which sells picture frames, are eager to return them to the owner. It is believed that the pictures were left at the shop, off Trinity
BY SUZANNE BLACK 01905 742263 sb@thisisworcester.co.uk PEOPLE in Worcester will soon have access to detailed information on the cleanliness and quality of their local environment, under new Gov-ernment plans. For the first time ever, all districts in
SHOUTS of legs 11 and full house have helped raise thousands of pounds for the County Air Ambulance. A popular bingo night held every Friday and alternate Sundays at Malvern Town Football Club raised £5,000 for the charity. Eighty-seven-year-old Reg Box
WORCESTER Warriors director of rugby John Brain has confirmed that captain Pat Sanderson's back injury is not the same as the one that kept him out of the side over Christmas. The flanker has been ruled out of England's first three Six Nations mat-ches
WORCESTER Wolves will be roared on by around 300 fans when they do battle with Sheffield Arrows in the Nat-ional Trophy final at Coventry Skydome on Sunday (2pm). The prospect of Wolves winning the first major piece of silverware in their short history
NORTH-east Worcestershire was once covered by the Great Forest of Feckenham. The forest is long gone, but traces survive, mainly in the form of remnant woods, such as Bow Wood. The forest heritage is also apparent in the massive old oak trees which still
MARK Yates has snapped up Jake Sedgemore after the versatile midfielder reached a settlement on his contract with League Two side Bury. Sedgemore has penned an 18-month contract at Aggborough and will compete for a position in the middle of the park,
HEREFORD United have signed Cardiff City's out-of-favour teenage striker Stuart Fleetwood. Fleetwood, a Welsh Under 21 international, joined the Bulls on a free transfer and may be thrown a Conference debut tonight as United face Cambridge United at Edgar
MALVERN Town boss Neil Hunt will be gunning for revenge when his side host Oldbury United in the Midland Alliance tonight (7.45pm). Town lost 2-1 at Oldbury in the league on January 21 and Hunt wants his players to atone for this result, as well as bringing
MALVERN returned to winning ways with a superb performance and a 33-10 victory against Newbold at Spring Lane. The visitors made a brisk start and took the lead when their open-side flanker crossed in the sixth minute, following a catch and drive move
MARK Yates has snapped up Jake Sedgemore after the versatile midfielder reached a settlement on his contract with League Two side Bury. Sedgemore has penned an 18-month contract at Aggborough and will compete for a position in the middle of the park,
SIR - Before they build the multi-storey car park at the Royal Hospital may I make some suggestions? First, it is only for the hospital staff; second, the most they charge the lower paid staff is 50p a day. Worcester City Council owns it, so any profits
SIR - Your recent story about animal abuse was so upsetting - yet more incidents of sheer neglect and abuse to animals. Why, if you don't want, or can't look after an animal, have it in the first place? There should be far stricter laws in place for keeping
SIR - On behalf of the committee and myself, I would like to sincerely thank all those good people who have done so much in support of the Poppy Appeal in collections at shops, offices and schools throughout the city. We should also not forget the volunteers
SIR - I caught the bus with my son from Fernhill Heath to Worcester city and was charged £4 return for a journey of just less than three miles. On further enquiry I have been informed that the cost of a return journey from Birmingham city centre to Worcester
Worcestershire'S Young Farmers are as busy as ever, with a host of competitions held at The Hundred House, Great Witley. Events included Member of the Year, Junior Member of the Year, Stars in their Eyes and ballroom dancing. The Member of the Year competition
SUCKLEY Post Office and Village Stores, tucked away in the pretty hamlet of Longley Green, probably has few claims to fame. But did you know it's better than being in Australia? At least it is in the eyes of Roger and Barbara Blackburn, who run it. Having
ANDY Preece is poised to tweak his side in Greater Manchester tonight as Worcester City aim for a third consecutive Nationwide North away win (7.45). Following back-to-back triumphs at Gainsborough and Hinckley, City travel up the M6 to mid-table Stalybridge
Members of the public will be able to cast their vote for the first time in Malvern's own business Oscars. People will be invited to pick the winner in a new category for outstanding customer service at the Platinum Awards for Business Excellence. The
NEW legislation is coming into force which will involve sellers more than ever before in the sale of their house. After June 1, 2007, it will be illegal to sell a house without a Home Information Pack. The pack, costing up to £1,000, will be the responsibility
Vandals wielding golf clubs have hacked chunks out of a green at a city golf club, leaving members and staff angry and frustrated. This is the fifth major incident at Tolladine Golf Club, on Tolladine Road, in the past 18 months and staff are calling
A HUNT supporter and a saboteur both claim to have been attacked in a confrontation at a meeting of the Worcestershire Hunt. Joint Master David Palmer described the saboteurs as "rural hooligans" after one hunt supporter was attacked with a jemmy and
A FORMER Mayor of Worcester has re-launched a campaign to aid the survivors of last October's earthquake in the Pakistan-administered region of Kashmir. After the incident he helped to generate more than £100,000 through his work with the council and
