DROITWICH folk enjoyed a healthy start to the day when the town's Cancer Research UK shop held a mini-Big Breakfast event. Organisers visited the shop with a big bowl of fruit to encourage people to live healthier lives. Cancer Research UK was asking
WORCESTER City face an uphill battle to reach the Nationwide North's play-offs after crashing to their first home league defeat in five months. Late goals from Dave Morrison and Phil Trainer secured Moor Green's victory in a poor Midlands derby at St
HEREFORD hot-shot Andy Williams will be hoping to celebrate signing a one-year extension to his Edgar Street contract by notching his twelfth goal of a successful season when the Bulls travel to basement club Southport tonight (7.45pm). The 19-year-old
NATHAN Jukes is set to move from defence to partner new signing Steve Lutz in the centre of Malvern Town's midfield for tonight's Midland Alliance trip to Leamington. Town manager Neil Hunt has been forced into making the changes by the suspension of
WORCESTER Colts reached the semi-finals of the National Colts Plate with a 12-11 victory at Northampton Old Scouts. Playing into a strong wind in the first-half, Worcester had a decent amount of possession but turned 11-0 down. In the second-half Worcester
ARROW 2000 blew the Worcester and District League Sunday Premier Division title race wide open with a 2-1 victory at current leaders Trinity Lakes. Darren Palmer gave Arrow an early lead but, with veteran Steve Gravenall dominating the midfield, Phil
THE headteacher of a Worcester school says he fears the Government's plans to increase choice in schools will not extend to post-16 education in the city. Sean Devlin, of Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College, wants to set up a sixth form at his school
DRIVERS can expect delays across Worcester because of roadworks. In Diglis Dock Road, Diglis, there will be temporary traffic lights until tomorrow, because of work being carried out by Severn Trent Water. In Foundry Street, expect delays tomorrow and
RECEPTION children at Norton-Juxta-Kempsey CE First School raised £500 for youngsters in Kashmir by holding a bring-and-buy sale. The pupils of the Wadborough Road-based school scoured their homes for books, toys and other items to sell as well as setting
IT looks like a record number of green fingers will descend upon Malvern in May as ticket sales for the Spring Gardening Show soar. Box office phones have been ringing non-stop and staff have announced a 100 per cent increase in advance bookings on last
SIR - MP Peter Luff suggested we had a referendum on the Government's plans to merge the excellent West Mercia Constabulary with a Birmingham Regional Super Force. While they are at it, may I suggest we have Mr Blair's promised referendum on the European
SIR - If the article headed 'guilty plea' in the Worcester News, which told of the theft of a mountain bike from an off-duty police officer on his way home is anything to go by, there is not much point in calling the police for assistance. They don't
SIR - "Worcester deserves better" declared Stephen Inman, the city council leader, who took an exception to Mike Foster for not voting on recent important issues at the Commons (Worcester News, February 17). In the article, Mr Foster explained that he
THE flawed mathematics of the Arboretum parking scheme are obvious. Even the most cursory of glances reveals a quart-into-a-pint-pot scenario that would have been completely unworkable right from the start. Let us remind ourselves of the figures. In the
Herefordshire tenor Ian Storey has sung at every top European opera house and with some of the world's leading singers but, for him, opera is just an interruption in his busy life. JULIE HARRIES gets . . . When Ian Storey met his (now) wife Bridgette,
A LARGE crowd from a wide selection of the county's sporting activities gathered at the Royal National College for the Blind in Hereford to honour the winners of the Herefordshire Sports Council's awards for 2005. 1. Peter Sykes, secretary of Herefordshire
Fund-raisers gathered in Hereford Town Hall at a dinner and auction in aid of CLIC Sargent and the Barrs Court Hydrosense Appeal and the St Michael's Hospice. Pictures by Russell Lewis of Photgenix. 1. Auctioneer Richard Binnersley and event organiser
Hereford Cathedral Perpetual Trust's 10th anniversary celebrations reached a climax just before Christmas with a concert and dinner hosted by The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall at St James's Palace.More than 140 invited guests and close supporters
Springfield Nordan, Leominster. Price guide: £800,000 Way before the Simpsons and their home town of Springfield, America, there was the period elegance of Springfield, at Nordan. It probably dates from the 17th century, but the majority is principally
SPRING is here - and in the high street which is bursting with clothes for the warmer weather. This season sees the ladylike look staying strong. THE dress continues to reign supreme and any feminine shape goes. Delicate babydoll dresses are popular,
AAAH, spring and summer - the perfect time for hats. When better for beautiful straws in soft pastel colours adorned with silk flowers and feathers softly flowing in warm breezes. An elegant extension of that knockout wedding outfit or a fun, frothy feathery
FOR many women, their everyday bag is an extension of their personality. Those with small bags prefer to travel light and fit their essentials into a tiny case, while those who like big bags like to cart everything around with them. Whatever your preference
Imagine walking along a shaded woodland path in July and emerging into a sunny, open expanse of tall grasses speckled with a profusion of wildflowers. From the blue pincushion flowers of field scabious to the shaggy-headed pink flowers of greater knapweed
JEEP has gone native with the release of a special edition sub-brand called Predator. Reserved for its Cherokee and Grand Cherokee models, the range features privacy glass and improved standard equipment. The Jeep Grand Cherokee Predator is based on the
BANKS Brian Passed away peacefully at Walsgrave Hospital, Coventry on March 7th, 2006. Beloved husband, dad and grandad, he will be sadly missed. Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium on Friday, March 17th at 2.30 p.m. All Flowers and enquiries to
HOLMES Alison Jane nee Lippitt Of Besford, on March 9th, 2006, peacefully at her home surrounded by her Family, aged 43 years. Dearly loved wife of Andrew, a much loved mum to Ben & Stephanie, daughter of Hazel and Len. Funeral service at Besford
LEWIS Edward Ted Passed peacefully away on March 8th, 2006, aged 74 years. He will be sadly missed by all his Family and Friends. Funeral service will take place on Monday, March 20th, 2006 at St Mary's Church, Stone at 11 a.m. followed by interment
With Easter on the horizon, certain amounts of the sweet stuff are at the forefront of every chocaholic's mind. Herefordshire has its own independent chocolate makers and it was no trouble encouraging Julie Harries to visit one of them . . . It's impossible
Carole Kent's passion for smocking is not so much about making a name for herself, more about keeping an age-old tradition alive. Philippa May finds out why. YOU won't find one of Carole Kent's exquisitely smocked christening gowns in a shop, however
1. Aaron Mullen a singer and keen supporter for the Macmillan Nurses Appeal was taken by surprise when he received a certificate from the Mayor of Hereford, Marcelle Lloyd-Hayes, in recognition of the hard work and determination he put into organising
The county branch of the British Red Cross held its Volunteers Christmas party as a 'thank-you to the helpers. 9. Carolyn Dunand (centre), chairman of the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Volunteer Council talks to Gabby Beddows and Henry Verwey. 10.
Morney Cross Near Fownhope Price guide: £1.15 million YOUR very own grand Scottish dining room will give you spectacular views - not of the Highlands but the Black Mountains. That's just one of the attractions of this restored and refurbished 18th century
The Old Rectory Old Ross Road Whitchurch Price guide: £595,000 A GRAND electronically gated entrance marks the approach of The Old Rectory, an impressive family home which also has a sweeping gravelled driveway and stone steps leading to the front door
Ebnal Farm Leominster Price guide: £700,000 THIS Grade II-listed house, approached by a tree-lined drive, was extended about 20 years ago and boasts a wealth of exposed beams. It includes a spacious dining hall with an inglenook fireplace, a drawing room
ARE you still clinging on to clothes from last summer? Then it's time for a serious style overhaul. Face your fashion demons and make 2006 a stylish year to remember. The experts reveal what to chuck and what to cherish. While you can't put a feather
Buy your hats online! The designs on this page are from the Nigel Rayment collection, available through www.hatsandthat.com
A few ideas to bring that something extra to your new season's wardrobe! Birdcage buddha charm belt £10. Accessorize 'Brolly bag' is one of the worst things that could happen - when a sopping wet umbrella leaves the contents of your bag or briefcase in
JULIE HARRIES looks at some of the exhibitions taking place at galleries and venues around the county. Fownhope artist Caroline Hands has an exhibition of new work, inspired by tango and dance, at the Green Stage Gallery in Bishops Frome (The Hop Pocket
Our hands remain painfully honest, revealing at a glimpse unwanted signs of age such as dullness, discolouration, crepey texture, lines and dryness. Most of the damage is caused by sun exposure and constant housework. YOU can lie about your age, buy expensive
Prettiness is the buzzword for this spring's beauty trends. Forget last season's vampish look - we're looking ahead to a more fresh-faced and feminine style. "We're not trying to reinvent the wheel this season - we just want to make girls look gorgeous
WHEN people mentioned the Volvo C70, you never quite knew what they were talking about. Did they mean the Coup C70 or the convertible with its fabric roof? No confusion with the new C70, since the Swedish car maker has combined both formats in a single
IT MIGHT look the same as before, but this Mercedes SL has been under the surgeon's knife. Can't see the changes? Don't worry, most are under the skin of the German luxury manufacturer's flagship drop-top motor. The car's engine range has been given a
BMW's compact executive car, the 3 Series, has walked away with the top gong at the What Car? Magazine's awards The German firm's new rival to the likes of Audis A4 was named Car of the Year in an event dominated by foreign manufacturers. No other new
* Bentley and Aston Martin drivers have the least road sense, according to a new study. A specially-designed Mensa test was undertaken by 6,000 drivers to measure their motoring IQ. Half did not know their car's minimum braking distance, and one in six
TIDDER Joan Amy nee Ingram Passed away suddenly, but peacefully on March 3rd 2006, aged 73. Loved daughter of Amy Cis, beloved wife of the late Reg. Loving mother of Alan and Jane and son in law Steve. Loved grandmother to Charlotte, Shelley, Richard,
MITCHELL Sheila Margaret Of Droitwich, suddenly at home after a long illness bravely borne on March 8th, 2006, aged 75 years. Beloved wife of Bob, dear mother of Sally and much loved grandmother of Matthew and Katie. She will be sadly missed by all the
WHEELER Peter Remembering you today and always. Love Marian and Laura. Published in paper 14/03/2006
AT Elgar Technology College, teachers are bracing themselves for the publication of their first inspection report in six years. It will be the first time the school's performance has been held up to such public scrutiny since 1999 and follows a visit
WHILE Mark Danks nursed a split lip at Barrow, the colourful striker was on the end of everybody else's lips. His superb match-winning double ensured words of praise from Worcester City manager Andy Preece. But Bluebirds boss Phil Wilson was far from
WORCESTER Wanderers maintained their good form with a 25-20 win against Coventry Marconi. Wanderers thrashed the Coventry team 22-7 in September but they were less dominant in the early stages this time out. They did take the lead on 20 minutes after
LUCTONIANS squeezed out a 13-10 victory over visitors Dunstablians to record the double over them this season. The match itself was more endeavour than accomplishment but Lucs did just enough to earn the two points and strengthen their position in the
A DEPLETED Kidderminster Carolians side struggled to a 23-3 loss at Aston Old Elizabethans. KCs took to the field with several changes from the previous week after suffering a mini injury crisis. Captain Ben Turner (hamstring), Rob Delahey (knee) , Jon
UP to 3,000 jobs could be created if plans for a new business park in Worcester are given the go-ahead - but furious residents claim it will cause pollution and congestion. Worcester City Council is being asked by developers to grant permission for the
CHILDREN at a Worcester junior school decided abandoned animals needed their support and raised £500 for charity. The pupils from Northwick Manor Junior School voted to support the Danemere Rescue Centre and held a week of bring and buy sales in their
A group of Worcester sea cadets and a councillor are doing the spadework to make Wychavon greener. They began planting some of the 200 oak trees being provided by Wychavon District Council to mark the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar. The
GOLLIES dressed as policemen are to go on sale in a Bromyard shop as it was revealed the original dolls confiscated in a bizarre raid have been released. Crowds of protesters campaigned to Free The Bromyard Three after the incident at Pettifer's toy shop
Tennis was just one of the sports on the agenda when dozens of young athletes descended on the University Of Worcester for a course on how to run physical activities for children of primary school age. The Young People Leading The Way conference saw more
A MERCEDES G-Class enthusiast took one of his beloved 4x4s on a mammoth 1,000 mile jaunt over the rugged terrain of Wales at the weekend to raise money for a charity. Mervyn Weaver, who co-owns the newly opened G-Class Centre at Birtsmorton Court near
NIGHTMARE pavement works in the centre of Worcester are on schedule to be completed within the next four weeks according to county council chiefs. Taxi drivers and traders working in The Cross and Foregate Street have been up in arms over the £440,000
PATIENTS on the cardiac wards at Worcestershire Royal Hospital will be able to watch videos at their bedside that could stop them having another heart attack, thanks to a new trolley-mounted TV/video/DVD unit. The equipment, which was bought by the Worcester
This week will see the formation of the Friends of St Swithun's - a group interested in the future wellbeing of a superb Georgian church in the heart of Worcester. St Swithun's stands just a few yards off High Street in narrow and historic Church Street
A CONTROVERSIAL parking scheme for the Arboretum area of Worcester looks set to be dropped. However, a new scheme could be on the cards depending on the outcome of an assessment of congested parts of the city. The Worcester News reported yesterday that
IN a bid to inspire staff who want to be healthier, Hereford-shire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce and Business Link have been providing free health checks. The checks were arranged in partnership with the Motion Analysis Research and Rehab-ilitation
SIR - All I usually watch on TV, John Phillpott (March 4) is BBC1 News, BBC2's News Night, wildlife programmes, and occasional comedies. GEORGE COWLEY, Worcester
SIR - I don't believe the no smoking ban in pubs will do the Labour Party any harm. As a once heavy smoker, and now with emphysema, I would strongly advise everyone to try and give up smoking. JOHN SHEARON, Worcester.
SIR - I felt I had to reply to Bryan Bannister's letter (Monday, February 27). I have a blue badge for my car as I have arthritis and am unable to walk far with shopping bags. The luxury of being able to drive along and park on The Shambles or Broad Street
SIR - It is now one year on from the Hunting Bill was passed. Hunts have been trying to find ways around the act instead of keeping in the spirit of the law - and we have the anti-hunt brigade acting like a lot of hooligans. JOHN NORWOOD, Kidderminster
SIR - Cruelty against animals is on the rise. If it isn't horses, its dogs, cats, kittens. The A to Z of suffering species splashed across our newspapers and frequently reported in regional broadcasts. It's bewildering because animals are our companions
SIR - Historian Julian Putkowski's defence of Sergeant John Wall in response to an article by John Phillpott (Seven Days, Saturday, February 6) made good reading and he is to be congratulated. However, I take issue with Mr Putkowski's remark that it was
Monday, March 13, 2006 WORCESTER City face an uphill battle to reach the Nationwide North's play-offs after crashing to their first home league defeat in five months. Late goals from Dave Morrison and Phil Trainer secured Moor Green's victory in a poor
