WORCESTERSHIRE opener Stephen Moore has set his sights on emulating the likes of Alastair Cook and Owais Shah by gate-crashing his way on to the England scene in 2006. Moore saw the way Cook and Shah took advantage of the unavailability of captain Michael
COUNTY batsman Ben Smith took on a whole different kind of training regime this winter, by swapping his bat and pads for a bottle and nappies. The former skipper, who scored 1,477 runs in last season's County Championship, stayed at home to train, but
Saturday, May 6, 2006 AS entertaining rugby goes this was about as good as it gets! It was a fast and furious game, full of enterprising and exciting play, bizarre mistakes and some farcical refereeing. Unfortunately for Warriors, the occasion was
AFTER watching his side finish off the season with a 25-22 defeat at Bath, Worcester head coach Anthony Eddy admitted more consistency is needed next season. Warriors climbed to the lofty heights of fourth in the Premiership before suffering a dip in
AUSTRALIAN Corey Richards str-oked a superb unbeaten 88 as Scotland opened their C&G Trophy account with a dramatic eight-run win over Worcestershire at the Citylets Grange in Edinburgh. In a match reduced to twenty-five overs a side the Scots, heavily
WORCESTER Cathedral authorities remained tight-lipped about vandals' daubings on the Bishop's Palace in Deansway. Basically, they didn't want to talk to the Press. That's all very well, but mindless graffiti is an assault on all our senses.
THE elections hardly broke the mould of British politics. Personally, I'm finding the whole rigmarole slightly predictable. So I have an idea. What we need above all else in our national debate is an increase in the expression of totally unacceptable
AS we all know, standards of behaviour have plummeted over the last few years. A walk along Worcester High Street on a Saturday afternoon will rapidly convince even the most sceptical. What a good idea it would be to bring back the stocks as a punishment
WORCESTER First World War hero Fred Dancox will be honoured this year at the site of his brave actions. The local branch of the Western Front Association will travel to Ypres, Belgium and unveil a monument on the spot near Langemarck where he single-handedly
l FISHING licence dodgers are feeling the full force of the Environment Agency as it stages a riverside crackdown. This is not before time. Speaking as someone who is never far from the Severn's banks, I can vouchsafe that there are many intelligent
WESLEY was only with us for five weeks. He arrived at Dun Subbin' with his little suitcase and a note saying that although he was definitely loved, he wasn't exactly wanted. He was a casualty of the I-want-I-want syndrome that condemns so many rabbits
LADIES Day at Worcester Racecourse looks set to be a galloping success next month with crowds turning out in style for the annual St Richard's Hospice special event. Almost 170 places in the St Richard's marquee on Saturday, June 3, have been quickly
CASES of cruelty to our fellow creatures are never far from these pages. It has always been my contention that the British are anything but a nation of animal lovers and the onset of spring and early summer always seems to confirm this belief. Every
SIR - I have read with interest the letter from Eoin McCarthy of Ebrington Road, Malvern, who is going to take legal action against the MOD for the low-flying exercise that was recently conducted in the area. Can he explain how low-flying aircraft
AT a time of closure and hardship in the engineering industry, one Worcester company is bucking the gloomy trend by going from strength to strength. The business started from scratch 16 years ago by Les Jenkins and Chris Parkes is forecast to have group
THE 50th annual charity golf tournament organised by the carpet manufacturers of Kidderminster will tee off tomorrow and Wednesday at Kidderminster Golf Club. Over the years, the event has raised the equivalent of more than £1m and it is hoped the
ALWAYS a great supporter of Worcester businesses, the city's mayor Councillor Aubrey Tarbuck dropped in when Fredrix hair and beauty salon in London Road unveiled its new face recently. Formerly 1st Hair, the premises now has a new owner in Bex Grogan
A DROITWICH couple have opened the town's first specialist franchise offering local motorists and businesses a ground-breaking deal on new car prices. Iain and Jessy Paston own the West Midlands South branch of Vehicle Consulting, a national vehicle
THE Worcester News sold an extra 1,000 copies on the day last month we broke the news that 35,000 people across Worcestershire would no longer be able to have dental treatment on the National Health Service. It's flattering to think that more readers
another Home Secretary or grow up and face facts about the impossible task we have set our Home Office? One minute we are inviting the desperate dispossessed and disaffected billions of the Third World to come to Britain - and the next, we are demanding
SIR - I do not understand how the suggestion that the existing nuclear powers such as the US, UK, Israel, France, India and Pakistan can be trusted only to use nuclear power for responsible industrial purposes any more or less than those interested in
SIR - With all the bad press Worcestershire Royal is getting, I must say that my stay was very good indeed. The treatment I had from all the nurses and doctors was excellent. SUZETTE BIRCH, Welland, Malvern.
SIR - In response to the recent letter from Albert Thomas regarding the Plough in Worcester, I also wish the new landlord well and raise a pint to the old landlord Tony. But I have to challenge Albert's view that the Plough is like any other younger-feel
SIR - Regarding Albert Thomas' letter concerning the Plough, I too, was sorry to see the previous landlord depart, as I have happy memories of the pub when it was under his stewardship. It appeared at the time of the pub's closure that an important
SIR - Your reporters show great enterprise in the use of our language, especially when it comes to describing the situation of elderly ladies. I can recall, a while ago, that one who had reached the age of 100 was described as being a `centurion'. She
SIR - Sadly, Worcester's lack-lustre lottery application for the riverside was refused, as I expected. It was just a pointless grandiose idea. Why would a landlocked city want a river lighthouse? There should now be a period of reflection and public
HEALTHY walkers in south Worcestershire are celebrating after strolling their way to success. Two county walking groups have been selected as part of a handful in the West Midlands to be flagged up as the very best examples of the Countryside Agency's
TRIBUTES have been paid to a big-hearted woman who touched the lives of thousands of county residents throughout her life. Joan Kendall - most recently recognised as the friendly person who helped people when they arrived at Worcestershire Royal Hospital
A NATIONAL search for the UK's most remarkable men and women has turned its spotlight on Worcester. The annual Vodafone Life Savers Awards, which is supported by celebrities and also the Prime Minister Tony Blair, honour not only people who work in
SEVEN thousand patients will be able to register with an NHS dentist when two new practices open in Worcestershire. The practices in Malvern and Droitwich should go some way to making up for the loss of 35,000 NHS places across the south of the county
BIRD lovers and walkers can continue feeding swans beside the River Severn after The King's School denied it had introduced a ban to curb the threat of bird flu. The Worcester News has been contacted by several people who say they were prevented from
NEW laws that crack down on flytipping and littering are making people in Worcester think about the environment. A month after the regulations came into force, it was revealed that only three fixed-penalty notices of £80 had been issued - and they
AN open evening at the University of Worcester is aiming to show the wealth of opportunities available to graduates who want to further their studies. From masters degrees and PhDs to management courses and professional qualifications, the university's
WITH today's launch of Foster Care Fortnight, it has been announced that more carers are urgently needed in Worcestershire. In support of the recruitment campaign, social workers and foster carers are taking part in information sessions across the county
LADIES Day at Worcester Racecourse looks set to be a galloping success next month with crowds turning out in style for the annual St Richard's Hospice special event. Almost 170 places in the St Richard's marquee on Saturday, June 3, have been quickly
A GROUP of angry horse riders claim a new paintballing business is a danger to them and their horses as they enjoy a public bridal path in their village. The Worcester News reported last Friday how Malvern brothers Tom and Richard Williams had taken
AN Olympic cycling silver medallist dropped in on pupils at Droitwich Spa High School Bryan Steel visited the school as part of Living for Sport, a national initiative organised by the Youth Sport Trust and BskyB. The initiative aims to inspire and
A TALENTED young musician from Worcester has added another string to her bow after winning a prestigious award. Violinist Jessica Townsend, who appeared in the Worcester News in December when she was accepted to the National Children's Orchestra, has
WORCESTER MP Mike Foster is celebrating after being promoted to the Whips office as part of Tony Blair's latest Government shake-up. Mr Foster said he was "absolutely delighted" to get the phone call from the Prime Minister on Friday evening to offer
SELINA-NICOLE Lavictoire is toasting her success on being named Miss Worcestershire 2006 after a tense night at Worcester Racecourse. The St John's beauty held her nerve to impress the judges after giving a live interview in front of 300 people on
SATURDAY FOOTBALL MIDLAND COMBINATION Premier Division: Shifnal Town 3, Pershore Town 1. Division One: Mile Oak Rovers 3, Archdales '73 0. Division Three: Droitwich Spa Reserves 3, Coleshill Town Reserves 1. Reserve Division: Bromsgrove
AUSTRALIAN Corey Richards str-oked a superb unbeaten 88 as Scotland opened their C&G Trophy account with a dramatic eight-run win over Worcestershire at the Citylets Grange in Edinburgh. In a match reduced to twenty-five overs a side the Scots, heavily
HEREFORD United were dealt two dollops of luck as they held Morecambe to a lively 1-1 draw in the Con-ference play-off semi-final first-leg. Shrimps skipper Jim Bentley gave the Lancastrians a half-time lead following a blunder by Bulls goalkeeper Wayne
THE Worcester News sold an extra 1,000 copies on the day last month we broke the news that 35,000 people across Worcestershire would no longer be able to have dental treatment on the National Health Service. It's flattering to think that more readers
AS entertaining rugby goes this was about as good as it gets! It was a fast and furious game, full of enterprising and exciting play, bizarre mistakes and some farcical refereeing. Unfortunately for Warriors, the occasion was somewhat spoiled, firstly
OLD Elizabethans' Birmingham League Division Two campaign started disappointingly when they lost their away clash with Aston Manor by 119 runs. Skipper Sean Cairney won the toss and invited the home side to have first use of the wicket. The openers put
EVESHAM kicked off their Birmingham League Division Two campaign in style with a comfortable five-wicket victory over Bridgnorth. Bridgnorth showed some resistance until the introduction of key players Neal Radford and Shahid Saeed. Radford was at his
LADIES Day at Worcester Racecourse looks set to be a galloping success next month with crowds turning out in style for the annual St Richard's Hospice special event. Almost 170 places in the St Richard's marquee on Saturday, June 3, have been quickly
AUSTRALIAN Corey Richards str-oked a superb unbeaten 88 as Scotland opened their C&G Trophy account with a dramatic eight-run win over Worcestershire at the Citylets Grange in Edinburgh. In a match reduced to twenty-five overs a side the Scots, heavily
WORCESTER Cathedral authorities remained tight-lipped about vandals' daubings on the Bishop's Palace in Deansway. Basically, they didn't want to talk to the Press. That's all very well, but mindless graffiti is an assault on all our senses.
THE elections hardly broke the mould of British politics. Personally, I'm finding the whole rigmarole slightly predictable. So I have an idea. What we need above all else in our national debate is an increase in the expression of totally unacceptable
AS we all know, standards of behaviour have plummeted over the last few years. A walk along Worcester High Street on a Saturday afternoon will rapidly convince even the most sceptical. What a good idea it would be to bring back the stocks as a punishment
SELINA-NICOLE Lavictoire is toasting her success on being named Miss Worcestershire 2006 after a tense night at Worcester Racecourse. The St John's beauty held her nerve to impress the judges after giving a live interview in front of 300 people on why
SEVEN thousand patients will be able to register with an NHS dentist when two new practices open in Worcestershire. The practices in Malvern and Droitwich should go some way to making up for the loss of 35,000 NHS places across the south of the county
BIRD lovers and walkers can continue feeding swans beside the River Severn after The King's School denied it had introduced a ban to curb the threat of bird flu. The Worcester News has been contacted by several people who say they were prevented from
A GROUP of angry horse riders claim a new paintballing business is a danger to them and their horses as they enjoy a public bridal path in their village. The Worcester News reported last Friday how Malvern brothers Tom and Richard Williams had taken over
HEALTHY walkers in south Worcestershire are celebrating after strolling their way to success. Two county walking groups have been selected as part of a handful in the West Midlands to be flagged up as the very best examples of the Countryside Agency's
AN Olympic cycling silver medallist dropped in on pupils at Droitwich Spa High School Bryan Steel visited the school as part of Living for Sport, a national initiative organised by the Youth Sport Trust and BskyB. The initiative aims to inspire and motivate
ALWAYS a great supporter of Worcester businesses, the city's mayor Councillor Aubrey Tarbuck dropped in when Fredrix hair and beauty salon in London Road unveiled its new face recently. Formerly 1st Hair, the premises now has a new owner in Bex Grogan
A TENBURY charity volunteer has been recognised with the town's top award for her unstinting contribution to good causes. Muriel Lanman, who lives in St Michael's, will be presented with Tenbury Town Council's annual achievement award for her work with
FOLLOWING promotion into the Worcestershire County League division one, Barnards Green 1st XIs opening match away at Pershore was a wake-up call for what could lie ahead. PERSHORE V BARNARDS GREEN The Green's captain Chris Smedley won the toss and put
ANDY Morrison reckons Worcester City's rising star Chris Smith was born to be a midfield general. Smith's reputation as one of Nationwide North's coveted defenders was confirmed with a consistent season in City's back-three that shipped just 46 league
SIR - I have read with interest the letter from Eoin McCarthy of Ebrington Road, Malvern, who is going to take legal action against the MOD for the low-flying exercise that was recently conducted in the area. Can he explain how low-flying aircraft are
SIR - Your reporters show great enterprise in the use of our language, especially when it comes to describing the situation of elderly ladies. I can recall, a while ago, that one who had reached the age of 100 was described as being a 'centurion'. She
EDMUNDS Ernest. Never forgotten. Always in our thoughts. Love Rita and Robert. Published in paper 08/05/2006
PENDLEBURY Jim Treasured memories of a dearly loved husband, dad and pop. Passed away one year today. It broke our hearts to see you go, forever in our thoughts. Sadly missed by all. Audrey, Christine, Anita and Family. Published in paper 08/05/2006
PRITCHARD Tony Treasured memories of a dear husband, passed away two years May 8th. Missed more everyday by wife Ann, daughter Karen, granddaughter s Claire, Jodie, Hollie and Chloe. Published in paper 08/05/2006
The Worcester News is holding their first 'Every Child Matters - Careers Fair', in association with the Worcestershire County Council's Children's Information Service (part of the Early Years and Childcare Service) on Thursday 8th June 2006. The event
AUSTRALIAN Corey Richards str-oked a superb unbeaten 88 as Scotland opened their C&G Trophy account with a dramatic eight-run win over Worcestershire at the Citylets Grange in Edinburgh. In a match reduced to twenty-five overs a side the Scots, heavily
HEREFORD United were dealt two dollops of luck as they held Morecambe to a lively 1-1 draw in the Con-ference play-off semi-final first-leg. Shrimps skipper Jim Bentley gave the Lancastrians a half-time lead following a blunder by Bulls goalkeeper Wayne
AFTER watching his side finish off the season with a 25-22 defeat at Bath, Worcester head coach Anthony Eddy admitted more consistency is needed next season. Warriors climbed to the lofty heights of fourth in the Premiership before suffering a dip in
WORCESTER survived a middle-order batting collapse to pull off an impressive 72-run victory over Beacon at Norton Barracks in Birmingham League Division Three. The hosts lost the toss and were put into bat on a good, dry wicket and openers Richard Gardiner
OMBERSLEY had to settle for a losing draw on their Birmingham League Divison Three debut at Coleshill, but put in an impressive performance. Coleshill posted 176-9 declared in 47 overs despite struggling at 43-3 early in their rain-affected innings. This
WORCESTERSHIRE opener Stephen Moore has set his sights on emulating the likes of Alastair Cook and Owais Shah by gate-crashing his way on to the England scene in 2006. Moore saw the way Cook and Shah took advantage of the unavailability of captain Michael
COUNTY batsman Ben Smith took on a whole different kind of training regime this winter, by swapping his bat and pads for a bottle and nappies. The former skipper, who scored 1,477 runs in last season's County Championship, stayed at home to train, but
WORCESTERSHIRE'S bowlers made heavy weather of dismissing the Bradford/Leeds UCCE students on the final day of the match at Harrogate. The university side were eventually bowled out for 279, which handed the County a comfortable 250-run win, but the victory
WORCESTER First World War hero Fred Dancox will be honoured this year at the site of his brave actions. The local branch of the Western Front Association will travel to Ypres, Belgium and unveil a monument on the spot near Langemarck where he single-handedly
l FISHING licence dodgers are feeling the full force of the Environment Agency as it stages a riverside crackdown. This is not before time. Speaking as someone who is never far from the Severn's banks, I can vouchsafe that there are many intelligent,
WESLEY was only with us for five weeks. He arrived at Dun Subbin' with his little suitcase and a note saying that although he was definitely loved, he wasn't exactly wanted. He was a casualty of the I-want-I-want syndrome that condemns so many rabbits
CASES of cruelty to our fellow creatures are never far from these pages. It has always been my contention that the British are anything but a nation of animal lovers and the onset of spring and early summer always seems to confirm this belief. Every year
NEW laws that crack down on flytipping and littering are making people in Worcester think about the environment. A month after the regulations came into force, it was revealed that only three fixed-penalty notices of £80 had been issued - and they have
AN open evening at the University of Worcester is aiming to show the wealth of opportunities available to graduates who want to further their studies. From masters degrees and PhDs to management courses and professional qualifications, the university's
WITH today's launch of Foster Care Fortnight, it has been announced that more carers are urgently needed in Worcestershire. In support of the recruitment campaign, social workers and foster carers are taking part in information sessions across the county
LADIES Day at Worcester Racecourse looks set to be a galloping success next month with crowds turning out in style for the annual St Richard's Hospice special event. Almost 170 places in the St Richard's marquee on Saturday, June 3, have been quickly
TRIBUTES have been paid to a big-hearted woman who touched the lives of thousands of county residents throughout her life. Joan Kendall - most recently recognised as the friendly person who helped people when they arrived at Worcestershire Royal Hospital
A NATIONAL search for the UK's most remarkable men and women has turned its spotlight on Worcester. The annual Vodafone Life Savers Awards, which is supported by celebrities and also the Prime Minister Tony Blair, honour not only people who work in the
A TALENTED young musician from Worcester has added another string to her bow after winning a prestigious award. Violinist Jessica Townsend, who appeared in the Worcester News in December when she was accepted to the National Children's Orchestra, has
WORCESTER MP Mike Foster is celebrating after being promoted to the Whips office as part of Tony Blair's latest Government shake-up. Mr Foster said he was "absolutely delighted" to get the phone call from the Prime Minister on Friday evening to offer
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers have frozen admission and season ticket prices for the 2006/07 season as well as offering a reduced price for under 16s watching from the North Stand. An Aggborough season ticket in the Main Stand or the John Smith's Stand will
AT a time of closure and hardship in the engineering industry, one Worcester company is bucking the gloomy trend by going from strength to strength. The business started from scratch 16 years ago by Les Jenkins and Chris Parkes is forecast to have group
THE 50th annual charity golf tournament organised by the carpet manufacturers of Kidderminster will tee off tomorrow and Wednesday at Kidderminster Golf Club. Over the years, the event has raised the equivalent of more than £1m and it is hoped the 2006
A DROITWICH couple have opened the town's first specialist franchise offering local motorists and businesses a ground-breaking deal on new car prices. Iain and Jessy Paston own the West Midlands South branch of Vehicle Consulting, a national vehicle financing
Saturday, May 6, 2006 AS entertaining rugby goes this was about as good as it gets! It was a fast and furious game, full of enterprising and exciting play, bizarre mistakes and some farcical refereeing. Unfortunately for Warriors, the occasion was somewhat
A LEAFLET produced by Malvern Hills District Council has upset Tenbury traders. It claims that the town's Round Market is "confined to a weekly plant market and occasional other uses". But Chris Dell, press officer for the market, hit back, saying: "The
SATURDAY FOOTBALL MIDLAND COMBINATION Premier Division: Shifnal Town 3, Pershore Town 1. Division One: Mile Oak Rovers 3, Archdales '73 0. Division Three: Droitwich Spa Reserves 3, Coleshill Town Reserves 1. Reserve Division: Bromsgrove Rovers 4, Loughborough
ANDY Morrison is hoping the capture of a new right wing-back will be one of the 'final pieces' in the Worcester City promotion jigsaw. City are hunting a wing-back following manager Andy Preece's decision to release Rob Warner. Warner, 29, was considered
another Home Secretary or grow up and face facts about the impossible task we have set our Home Office? One minute we are inviting the desperate dispossessed and disaffected billions of the Third World to come to Britain - and the next, we are demanding
SIR - I do not understand how the suggestion that the existing nuclear powers such as the US, UK, Israel, France, India and Pakistan can be trusted only to use nuclear power for responsible industrial purposes any more or less than those interested in
SIR - With all the bad press Worcestershire Royal is getting, I must say that my stay was very good indeed. The treatment I had from all the nurses and doctors was excellent. SUZETTE BIRCH, Welland, Malvern.
SIR - In response to the recent letter from Albert Thomas regarding the Plough in Worcester, I also wish the new landlord well and raise a pint to the old landlord Tony. But I have to challenge Albert's view that the Plough is like any other younger-feel
SIR - Regarding Albert Thomas' letter concerning the Plough, I too, was sorry to see the previous landlord depart, as I have happy memories of the pub when it was under his stewardship. It appeared at the time of the pub's closure that an important city
SIR - Sadly, Worcester's lack-lustre lottery application for the riverside was refused, as I expected. It was just a pointless grandiose idea. Why would a landlocked city want a river lighthouse? There should now be a period of reflection and public consultation
AFTER watching his side finish off the season with a 25-22 defeat at Bath, Worcester head coach Anthony Eddy admitted more consistency is needed next season. Warriors climbed to the lofty heights of fourth in the Premiership before suffering a dip in
JOHN Brain and Anthony Eddy have made two injury-enforced changes to the Worcester Warriors side that beat Newcastle Falcons 35-27 last weekend for today's final Guinness Premiership game of the season at Bath. The Sixways coaching duo have brought in
IF Worcester Warriors are to secure a first win against Bath in today's match at the Recreation Ground they may never have a better chance to do it. Only relegated Leeds have a worse record than the West Country side at home this season. And if Bath beat
BOZWARD Thomas William Passed away suddenly at his home in Vauxhall Street, Worcester on April 29th, 2006, aged 73 years. Late of Midland Red and Worcester City Council. Beloved husband of Sheila, much loved dad of David, Peter, Mary and Jean. Also a
ATKINS Mom and Dad Leonard May 8th 1969 Dorothy May 20th 1997 It broke our hearts to lose you mom and dad, But you did not go alone, for our hearts went with you, The day God called you home. Love you always devoted daughter Dorothy and son in law George
Worcestershire County Council's Children's Information Service (CIS) provides information and advice to people wishing to work with children, young people and their families. The CIS can provide guidance on different roles in childcare from working in
Worcestershire residents who are keen to learn about working with children can benefit from a free introductory programme organised by the Worcestershire County Council's Early Years and Childcare Service. The 'Choices' programme is appropriately named
Worcestershire County Council's Children's Information Service gives information on a number of careers working with children, young people and families. One option available is childminding. Briefing sessions are held throughout the County to provide
ANDY Morrison is hoping the capture of a new right wing-back will be one of the `final pieces' in the Worcester City promotion jigsaw. City are hunting a wing-back following manager Andy Preece's decision to release Rob Warner. Warner, 29, was considered
ANDY Morrison reckons Worcester City's rising star Chris Smith was born to be a midfield general. Smith's reputation as one of Nationwide North's coveted defenders was confirmed with a consistent season in City's back-three that shipped just 46 league
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers have frozen admission and season ticket prices for the 2006/07 season as well as offering a reduced price for under 16s watching from the North Stand. An Aggborough season ticket in the Main Stand or the John Smith's Stand will
JOHN Brain and Anthony Eddy have made two injury-enforced changes to the Worcester Warriors side that beat Newcastle Falcons 35-27 last weekend for today's final Guinness Premiership game of the season at Bath. The Sixways coaching duo have brought
IF Worcester Warriors are to secure a first win against Bath in today's match at the Recreation Ground they may never have a better chance to do it. Only relegated Leeds have a worse record than the West Country side at home this season. And if Bath
WORCESTERSHIRE'S bowlers made heavy weather of dismissing the Bradford/Leeds UCCE students on the final day of the match at Harrogate. The university side were eventually bowled out for 279, which handed the County a comfortable 250-run win, but the
