Readers of this column may recall a recent reference pertaining to a certain medical affliction that assailed my person a few years ago. Sadly, the undoubted visual impressiveness of the condition could not assuage the painful reality. Anyway, I'm happy
- DAY after day throughout the school summer holiday, suburban streets ring to the sounds of children playing. Most people, other than the occasional saint among us, would be less than truthful if they didn't agree that the advent of sunny weather can
lA GOVERNMENT think-tank has called for schoolchildren to be taught about the benefit of Britain being in the EU. Whatever one thinks about this million-pounds-an-hour millstone around our necks, the whole issue is clearly a political matter and therefore
TALKING of the Swan, musicians and poets of varying abilities enjoyed many a salubrious soiree in the days when it was a pub. Most of the locals must have wondered about the identity of this collection of misfits assembled once a month in the legendary
lTHIS weekend marks the second anniversary of the death of John Barker, former landlord of the Swan at Alfrick and all-round English gentleman. I've know his daughter Diane for years. She is an accomplished artist and spends much of her time wandering
lMANY years ago when I was a young reporter, I might find myself marked down in the office diary to interview the victims of a crime. In those days it was common practice for journalists to speak to householders who had been burgled. This kind of offence
ONE of those idiotic talking shops that now habitually mislead governments has come up with the barmy idea of courts being lenient with robbers who use minimum force. The presence of peer pressure should also work in the defendants' favour, says the
SIR - For safety's sake, the highway authorities should clean all road signs and cut back vegetation. It would also be a good thing to make speed limit signs more visible. JOHN NORWOOD, Kidderminster.
MIKE Bishop, Director, engineering and leakage, Severn Trent Water Ltd says that "for every £2 we make, £3 is re-invested in our huge network of pipes". As I am not a mathematician I cannot understand how one can invest that way without eventually
SIR - Litter is on the increase around the city also on the council estates. It is appalling and a disgrace that people are taking a no-care attitude to life. We should have tighter laws. JOYCE ROSE, Worcester.
SIR - According to Jon Burgess my knowledge of hunting is zero. Well, perhaps it is, but the killing of animals for sport and the bigots riding the horses can't and won't accept that's its wrong, cruel and totally unnecessary. He says in his letter that
SIR - Illegal parkers will be targeted, read the headline in the Worcester News. It is not a bad idea to try and ease up naughty parkers. They are not criminals, rather people who cause aggravation by their ignorance or just bloody-mindedness. But please
SIR - With reference to your front page article, may I suggest that Acorns gets its own collectors to do their job before blaming others? The last three times I have received a bag for Acorns I have duly placed it outside my property on the day nominated
SIR - I read that soldiers in Iraq would like letters sent to them, I think this is a very good idea. I have just come from the post office sending my grandson a parcel 4lbs in weight - this is all the weight allowed, it cost me £7.69. In wartime,
SIR - It is a funny old world! First they give us a free bus pass and then they take away the totally unsuitable and old buses that run through our village. We can still catch the occasional bus (will it soon be a horse and cart?) on the main road which
SIR - Philip Bushill-Matthews (Letters. August 9) once again moves the goal posts on his claim about the EU and peace. His original letter said that the EU had brought peace to Europe over the last 50 years. I pointed out that this was wrong - several
FOR a country wrapped in a straitjacket of rules and regulations, it never ceases to amaze us how easy it is for huge organisations to get their own way apparently without any form of hindrance whatsoever. If an ordinary householder should build his
AN innovative new product is being brought to conferences, seminars, schoolrooms and offices by a Worcester firm. Magic Whiteboard is selling a roll-out white sheet that sticks to almost any hard, flat surface and can be written on, then wiped clean
ALTHOUGH it's still the height of summer, businesses in the food service or food retail sector are already starting to plan for Christmas. So regional food group Heart of England Fine Foods has organised specialised networking events in Hereford-shire
A SHORT film by a Worcester film-maker could be all set to reach mass audiences after several producers have expressed interest in turning it into a full-length movie. Thirty-seven-year-old Simon Bovey, of Warndon, Worcester was one of eight movie-makers
IT may be one of the newer kids on the festival circuit, but V certainly wasn't holding back the punches as it delivered a killer line-up of acts old and new. In the absence of Glastonbury this year, music fans from Worcestershire headed north rather
A CHARITY supporting victims of crime has issued an urgent appeal for more volunteers in Worcestershire - and particularly people from ethnic minorities and traveller communities. Victim support is desperately seeking more helpers in Malvern, Droitwich
CHILDHOOD sweethearts reunited after illness struck tied the knot at the weekend in a "very moving occasion". Mark Wincott, who suffers from Huntington's disease, married Diane Wallace at Pershore Register Office before going back to care home Pirton
THE future looks bright for workers at a Worcester factory after the firm clinched the biggest order for coal mining equipment in decades. In a deal signed today, Joy Mining is providing £37m of equipment for the soon to be reopened Hatfield colliery
A TALENTED singer is preparing for a return to the limelight in perfect time for the Worcester Festival. After more than a year away, 32-year-old Worcester musician Jamie Knight is set to return to the stage at Drummond's in New Street on Wednesday.
AN irate vet has launched a petition to protest against a giant radio mast which was erected without warning in Lowesmoor. Anthony Morel, from the Lowesmoor House Veterinary Centre along Rainbow Hill, could not believe his eyes when Network Rail installed
A WORCESTER cancer charity is fighting against a recent decision by the Government's health advisory group not to release a key cancer drug for NHS distribution. Leukaemia CARE, a national charity based in Blackpole, is one of four major national UK
CALLS have been made to lower the speed limit on a stretch of road where a teenager died on her way to collect her A-Level results. Angry locals are demanding that the limit on the A38 in Baynhall, near Kempsey, be altered from 60mph to 40mph following
motorists driving through Worcestershire were stuck in traffic chaos yesterday when all three lanes of a stretch of the M5 were closed for an hour following a crash. A crash involving a car with a caravan on the southbound carriageway between junction
A 12-year-old boy is not allowed in a Worcester swimming pool by himself because staff consider him a health and safety risk after he got into fights. Shane Johnson is barred from Worcester Swimming Pool in Sansome Walk unless accompanied in the
ORGANISERS of this year's Worcester Beer and Cider Festival are toasting their success after a record 8,100 people attended in just four days. The unusually damp and grey August weekend weather did not deter more punters than ever turning up to sample
BLOSSOMING talent Steve Davies admits he is proud to be mentioned as a future England wicketkeeper, but insists he is 100 per cent focussed on playing for Worcestershire. The 20-year-old glovesman has piled up 693 first-class runs at an average of 36.5
DIRECTOR of cricket Steve Rhodes' first full term in charge of Worcestershire is drawing to a close. The former New Road wicketkeeper has overseen an upturn in the County's fortunes, which has been based around a strong team ethic and a good spirit
WORCESTERSHIRE members will have the chance to air their views about the County's on and off-field activities to the club's hierarchy at a forthcoming forum. A Worcestershire representative panel will field questions in the marquee at New Road half-an-hour
ANDY Preece has labelled Worcester City's 1-0 Nation-wide North defeat to Moor Green as "totally unacceptable." City were far from convincing as their good start to the season came to an abrupt end at St George's Lane. Manager Preece highlighted a
ZAHEER Khan produced a fine all-round display to lead Worcestershire to a five-run win over Kent in the Pro40 League at New Road. The Indian pace bowler rallied his side to a total of 226 all out with a career best one-day score of 42, before swinging
WORCESTERSHIRE suffered a huge blow to their promotion hopes as they crashed to defeat at Grace Road after setting Leicester-shire a target of 356 off 88 overs. But the gamble back-fired with John Sadler, Darren Maddy and Paul Nixon all scoring half-centuries
Saturday, August 19, 2006 LUKE Reynolds' first-half goal gave Harriers their first victory of the season at Northwich. Reynolds struck his first goal of the campaign after 35 minutes to earn Mark Yates' side the three points. The home side had the
Saturday, August 19, 2006 THERE was a definite air of frustration around St Geor-ge's Lane as Worcester City slumped to their first Nation-wide North defeat of the season. City were a shadow of the side that, just five days earlier, had shown character
Saturday, August 19, 2006 IT may have been a friendly but Warriors were shown no mercy by a menacing Cardiff side who ran in seven tries and ruthlessly exposed their opponents' defensive frailties in a 41-19 victory at the Arms Park. The pre-season
VETERAN prop Tony Windo is struggling to be fit for the start of Worcester's Premier-ship campaign. The 37-year-old tight-head missed Saturday's 41-19 defeat at Cardiff because of a back injury and will not play in Friday's final pre-season friendly
IT may have been a friendly but Warriors were shown no mercy by a menacing Cardiff side who ran in seven tries and ruthlessly exposed their opponents' defensive frailties in a 41-19 victory at the Arms Park. The pre-season optimism at Sixways will have
VETERAN prop Tony Windo is struggling to be fit for the start of Worcester's Premier-ship campaign. The 37-year-old tight-head missed Saturday's 41-19 defeat at Cardiff because of a back injury and will not play in Friday's final pre-season friendly
NORTHWICH 0 HARRIERS 1 LUKE Reynolds' first-half goal gave Harriers their first victory of the season at Northwich. Reynolds struck his first goal of the campaign after 35 minutes to earn Mark Yates' side the three points. The home side had the
BARNET 3 HEREFORD 0 DEFEATS away from home have been relatively rare for Hereford so their hammering at Underhill in League Two came as something of as surprise. The Bulls had not lost away in league action since October 8 last year but never looked
CITY 0 MOOR GREEN 1 THERE was a definite air of frustration around St Geor-ge's Lane as Worcester City slumped to their first Nation-wide North defeat of the season. City were a shadow of the side that, just five days earlier, had shown character
WORCESTERSHIRE suffered a huge blow to their promotion hopes as they crashed to defeat at Grace Road after setting Leicester-shire a target of 356 off 88 overs. But the gamble back-fired with John Sadler, Darren Maddy and Paul Nixon all scoring half-centuries
ANDY Preece has labelled Worcester City's 1-0 Nation-wide North defeat to Moor Green as "totally unacceptable." City were far from convincing as their good start to the season came to an abrupt end at St George's Lane. Manager Preece highlighted a
ZAHEER Khan produced a fine all-round display to lead Worcestershire to a five-run win over Kent in the Pro40 League at New Road. The Indian pace bowler rallied his side to a total of 226 all out with a career best one-day score of 42, before swinging
MIDFIELDER Jai Stanley has more reason than most to look forward to Worcester City's home clash with Moor Green today (3pm). Stanley spent three years with the Moors before arriving at St George's Lane in a club record deal worth £10,000 in November
MIDFIELD revelation Russ Penn is urging his Kidderminster Harriers team-mates to continue their tough approach. Harriers got stuck into the physical side of the game to return from Burton Albion with a 1-1 draw on Tuesday and recover from their shocking
WORCESTER Warriors academy manager Andrew Stanley has expressed his delight after fly-half Harry Owens was named in the England junior academy squad. The 17-year-old, who can also play inside centre, has won his chance after national academy head coach
WORCESTERSHIRE'S push for promotion was again held up by the weather at Grace Road with only 10 overs possible on the third day of the Liverpool Victoria County Championship game against Leicestershire. Heavy early morning rain prevented a start being
WORCESTER Warriors have been forced to make two late changes to the team they announced to take on Cardiff Blues in a pre-season friendly at the Arms Park today (3pm). Prop Chris Horsman was set to play his first game of the year after undergoing surgery
DEFENDER Des Lyttle is raring to go should he get the call by Worcester City. Lyttle completes the last of a three-match ban against Moor Green this afternoon and will be available for selection when Worcester travel to Worksop Town on Tuesday night
Stourbridge traders are getting set to splash out on this year's waterthemed summer carnival. Preparations are already fast underway for this year's family fun day in the town centre on Sunday June 25. A host of action-packed activities are being lined
Timetable of events Sunday June 25 10am: Street Market - Fair and sideshows 10.15am: Girls gather for carnival princess - arena 10.30am: Carnival opening - arena 10.30am: Carnival princess competition - arena Noon: Dog Show - Institute car Park Noon:
Belly dancing, Salsa dancing, line dancing - arena Martial arts display - arena Dancing from Beverley Hadley's Dance Academy - arena Morris men - Crown Centre Tumble Tots - Crown Centre Face painting - Crown Centre Wild birds - Crown Centre Jazz band
As many readers will be aware, Darren Webb, manager of the Ryemarket Shopping Centre since 1990, died following a heart attack in April. Darren was 40 years old and married with a young son. His untimely death followed a recent history of heart problems
For hot Summer nights The Picturehouse is the cool place to party. Thursday nights are Rush and are dedicated to students, admission to the wine bar is only £1: 8-9pm, £3: 9-10, £4: 11 onwards. The special drink prices are £1.70 a pint and £1.90 for bottles
AN award-winning mobile phone company based in the heart of Stourbridge is a star of the big screen when it comes to attractive deals this month. One of O2's offers includes a free Da Vinci Code audio download with every Sony Ericsson K750i (on contract
The leading art retailer of over 20 years standing, Regent Art Galleries, invite you to view the new and exciting Peter Smith collection of limited edition pictures and sculptures in honour of the 2006 World Cup. These special collectors pieces are timed
Best price, best choice, best service...always - that's the promise to customers who visit Geoff Hill Electrical and Gas Superstore in Amblecote, Stourbridge. Most people in the local area have heard of Geoff Hill, which is based in High Street and which
Rock Cafe 2000 is one of the best live music venues of its kind. Intimate enough to get you connected to the bands, yet spacious enough to comfortably hold a crowd capacity of 500, with seating for 80. From famous bands to the best tribute acts. Whatever
Stourbridge Company began over 75 years ago and was called The Stourbridge Play Readers - later to become Stourbridge Dramatic Society. In 1998 it was formed into a limited company called Stourbridge Theatre Company Limited. Recently the company has been
Chestnut and Mushroom Burgers You'll find that the organic chestnuts add a fabulous nutty flavour and texture to these veggie burgers. Serves 6 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30-35 minutes 300kcals/15g fat/8.5g saturated fat/0.8g salt/7.4g
A return to simple, understated dressing is the key message for Dorothy Perkins High Summer Collection. Pretty rustic natural fibres such as cotton and linen feature strongly in warm natural shades of cream, taupe, white and mocha. Key pieces include
Dudley Building Society remains an independent, locally focused mutual Society, committed to providing the very best service to the people of Stourbridge and the Black Country. Matt Ward, marketing director, said: "Our Stourbridge branch is celebrating
As the flagship of Toyota's European model range, the Avensis occupies a pivotal position in building awareness of the Toyota brand as a whole. Since the current model was launched in 2003, it has succeeded in defining the superior quality, refinement
The Johnsons Volvo dealership bought the business from Asgard September 1 2005 and has established prestigious new high standards. Johnsons Ltd are one of the largest privately owned motor retailers in the UK - as a group, Johnsons represents five manufactures
Walker Renault is a friendly and welcoming dealership, fronted by Ian Barker, sales manager, who leads a professional team of five sales staff and an overall staff of 50 who can deal with all of your motoring needs. With an exciting and world renown safety
You may have heard in the news that it's all change here at smart. And you'd be right. We are returning to our roots and plan to focus solely on the production of the smart fortwo - securing its status as the iconic small car brand. We're proud to say
The all-new Cadillac BLS range presents customers with a choice of 12 models featuring one diesel and three petrol engines, each with manual or automatic transmission, and three equipment levels. The right-hand drive BLS extends the American luxury brand's
Kia has introduced two scorching special edition Picantos to this summer's line-up. The Picanto Zipp! and Zipp+ both feature a panoramic electric folding canvas sunroof which, at the touch of a button, gives Kia customers a breath of fresh air. Paul Williams
HILL Dave Congratulations on your 50th Birthday. Best wishes from all of the Hopwood Family. Published in paper 21/08/2006
ROSCOE Lilian Peacefully in hospital on August 14th, 2006. Dearest wife of Ronald, much loved mother of Jane and Terry and a dear grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium on Thursday, August 24th at 2.30 p.m. Flowers
TOMPKINS Mavis Frances Of Stanford Bishop, formerly of Worcester, Suddenly in Hereford County Hospital on August 17th, 2006, aged 74 years. Beloved wife of Vernon and a much loved mum to Terry and Wendy, will be sadly missed by all who knew her. The Funeral
DUFF May Primrose formerly Evans nee Glazzard Sadly and suddenly left us on August 16th. A former employee of Kays and Woolworths. A very much loved mum of Maureen, a devoted nan to Sharon, Nicky and Jacqui, and a wonderful great nanny May to Harvey and
STEVENS Pam Time passes, memories stay, loved and remembered everyday. Auntie Iris and Cousins. Published in paper 21/08/2006
STEVENS Pamela Anne nee Byrne Today, tomorrow, our whole lives through, We will always love and be thinking of you. Love sisters Julia and Jill. Published in paper 21/08/2006
MORLEY Janet Rose August 21 2005 Miss you Jan, you were the best Always be remembered God Bless Love Lawson and Family Published in paper 21/08/2006
ANDY Preece has labelled Worcester City's 1-0 Nation-wide North defeat to Moor Green as "totally unacceptable." City were far from convincing as their good start to the season came to an abrupt end at St George's Lane. Manager Preece highlighted a lack
CITY 0 MOOR GREEN 1 THERE was a definite air of frustration around St Geor-ge's Lane as Worcester City slumped to their first Nation-wide North defeat of the season. City were a shadow of the side that, just five days earlier, had shown character and
BARNET 3 HEREFORD 0 DEFEATS away from home have been relatively rare for Hereford so their hammering at Underhill in League Two came as something of as surprise. The Bulls had not lost away in league action since October 8 last year but never looked like
NORTHWICH 0 HARRIERS 1 LUKE Reynolds' first-half goal gave Harriers their first victory of the season at Northwich. Reynolds struck his first goal of the campaign after 35 minutes to earn Mark Yates' side the three points. The home side had the first
ZAHEER Khan produced a fine all-round display to lead Worcestershire to a five-run win over Kent in the Pro40 League at New Road. The Indian pace bowler rallied his side to a total of 226 all out with a career best one-day score of 42, before swinging
VETERAN prop Tony Windo is struggling to be fit for the start of Worcester's Premier-ship campaign. The 37-year-old tight-head missed Saturday's 41-19 defeat at Cardiff because of a back injury and will not play in Friday's final pre-season friendly against
WORCESTERSHIRE suffered a huge blow to their promotion hopes as they crashed to defeat at Grace Road after setting Leicester-shire a target of 356 off 88 overs. But the gamble back-fired with John Sadler, Darren Maddy and Paul Nixon all scoring half-centuries
IT may have been a friendly but Warriors were shown no mercy by a menacing Cardiff side who ran in seven tries and ruthlessly exposed their opponents' defensive frailties in a 41-19 victory at the Arms Park. The pre-season optimism at Sixways will have
DEFENDER Des Lyttle is raring to go should he get the call by Worcester City. Lyttle completes the last of a three-match ban against Moor Green this afternoon and will be available for selection when Worcester travel to Worksop Town on Tuesday night.
Saturday, August 19, 2006 IT may have been a friendly but Warriors were shown no mercy by a menacing Cardiff side who ran in seven tries and ruthlessly exposed their opponents' defensive frailties in a 41-19 victory at the Arms Park. The pre-season optimism
ORGANISERS of this year's Worcester Beer and Cider Festival are toasting their success after a record 8,100 people attended in just four days. The unusually damp and grey August weekend weather did not deter more punters than ever turning up to sample
A 12-year-old boy is not allowed in a Worcester swimming pool by himself because staff consider him a health and safety risk after he got into fights. Shane Johnson is barred from Worcester Swimming Pool in Sansome Walk unless accompanied in the water
ALTHOUGH it's still the height of summer, businesses in the food service or food retail sector are already starting to plan for Christmas. So regional food group Heart of England Fine Foods has organised specialised networking events in Hereford-shire
AN innovative new product is being brought to conferences, seminars, schoolrooms and offices by a Worcester firm. Magic Whiteboard is selling a roll-out white sheet that sticks to almost any hard, flat surface and can be written on, then wiped clean.
A TALENTED singer is preparing for a return to the limelight in perfect time for the Worcester Festival. After more than a year away, 32-year-old Worcester musician Jamie Knight is set to return to the stage at Drummond's in New Street on Wednesday. Jamie
THE future looks bright for workers at a Worcester factory after the firm clinched the biggest order for coal mining equipment in decades. In a deal signed today, Joy Mining is providing £37m of equipment for the soon to be reopened Hatfield colliery,
A CHARITY supporting victims of crime has issued an urgent appeal for more volunteers in Worcestershire - and particularly people from ethnic minorities and traveller communities. Victim support is desperately seeking more helpers in Malvern, Droitwich
IT may be one of the newer kids on the festival circuit, but V certainly wasn't holding back the punches as it delivered a killer line-up of acts old and new. In the absence of Glastonbury this year, music fans from Worcestershire headed north rather
JUSTICE has finally been achieved for a Tenbury Wells soldier who was shot at dawn in the First World War. Sgt Jack Wall, a member of the Worcestershire Regiment who lived at Bockleton, is set to be pardoned along with 305 other soldiers who were executed
SIR - For safety's sake, the highway authorities should clean all road signs and cut back vegetation. It would also be a good thing to make speed limit signs more visible. JOHN NORWOOD, Kidderminster.
SIR - Litter is on the increase around the city also on the council estates. It is appalling and a disgrace that people are taking a no-care attitude to life. We should have tighter laws. JOYCE ROSE, Worcester.
SIR - Illegal parkers will be targeted, read the headline in the Worcester News. It is not a bad idea to try and ease up naughty parkers. They are not criminals, rather people who cause aggravation by their ignorance or just bloody-mindedness. But please
SIR - According to Jon Burgess my knowledge of hunting is zero. Well, perhaps it is, but the killing of animals for sport and the bigots riding the horses can't and won't accept that's its wrong, cruel and totally unnecessary. He says in his letter that
SIR - With reference to your front page article, may I suggest that Acorns gets its own collectors to do their job before blaming others? The last three times I have received a bag for Acorns I have duly placed it outside my property on the day nominated
SOUTHERN LEAGUE Division One Midlands Tuesday, August 22: Chasetown v Malvern Town, 7.45. Saturday, August 26: Spalding United v Malvern Town, 3.00. Monday, August 28: Malvern Town v Evesham United, 3.00. Saturday, September 2: FA Cup, Quorn v Malvern
FOR a country wrapped in a straitjacket of rules and regulations, it never ceases to amaze us how easy it is for huge organisations to get their own way apparently without any form of hindrance whatsoever. If an ordinary householder should build his patio
Saturday, August 19, 2006 THERE was a definite air of frustration around St Geor-ge's Lane as Worcester City slumped to their first Nation-wide North defeat of the season. City were a shadow of the side that, just five days earlier, had shown character
lMANY years ago when I was a young reporter, I might find myself marked down in the office diary to interview the victims of a crime. In those days it was common practice for journalists to speak to householders who had been burgled. This kind of offence
BLOSSOMING talent Steve Davies admits he is proud to be mentioned as a future England wicketkeeper, but insists he is 100 per cent focussed on playing for Worcestershire. The 20-year-old glovesman has piled up 693 first-class runs at an average of 36.5
RICE Kelly Marie Aged 18 years of Ryall, tragically on August 17th, 2006. A precious daughter and sister. The Funeral Service will take place at Upton Parish Church on Thursday, August 24th, at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment in Upton upon Severn Cemetery
COX Jean Rose Of Upton upon Severn. Passed away in hospital on August 17th, 2006. The much loved wife of Maurice and dear mother of David, Stephen, Kathleen, Geoffrey, Graham and Sheila, also a devoted grandmother and great grandmother. The Funeral Service
BAILLIE Gilda Teacher of Spanish at Worcester Sixth Form College. Passed away on August 17th, 2006, aged 56 years. R.I.P. Dearly loved wife of Patrick and loving mother to Patrick, Nicole and Jonathan. Funeral Mass at St Georges Roman Catholic Church
WILKES NEE WALKER Shirley Jean Of Brickfields, Worcester. Passed away on Thursday, August 16th at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. Loving wife to Gerald, mother to Chris, grandmother to Tim and Claire, great grandmother to Madi, Summer, Chloe and Owen
PRICE Alan Christopher Tommy Beloved son of Joan and David, brother to Nikki and Joe, brother in law of Tom and uncle to Jenni. Passed away suddenly on August 16th aged 22 years. We love and miss you with all our hearts and are proud of the loving, strong
GLAZZARD Gerald Brenda and Family would like to thank all Family and Friends for flowers, donations and cards. Special thanks to niece Christine and Staff of Avon 3. Published in paper 21/08/2006
JONES Leanne Happy Birthday. Have a great day. Love Mum, Matty, Nan and Grandad. xx Published in paper 21/08/2006
SHARP Jean Mary Left us August 21st, 2001. Our beloved sister. So glad we have our memories, if only they didn't hurt so much. Love Nell and Thelma. Published in paper 21/08/2006
STEVENS Pamela Anne nee Byrne To us you were so special, What more is there to say. We wish with all our hearts, That you were here with us today. Love from Mom, Keith, Kerry and Mark. Published in paper 21/08/2006
ZAHEER Khan produced a fine all-round display to lead Worcestershire to a five-run win over Kent in the Pro40 League at New Road. The Indian pace bowler rallied his side to a total of 226 all out with a career best one-day score of 42, before swinging
WORCESTERSHIRE suffered a huge blow to their promotion hopes as they crashed to defeat at Grace Road after setting Leicester-shire a target of 356 off 88 overs. But the gamble back-fired with John Sadler, Darren Maddy and Paul Nixon all scoring half-centuries
ANDY Preece has labelled Worcester City's 1-0 Nation-wide North defeat to Moor Green as "totally unacceptable." City were far from convincing as their good start to the season came to an abrupt end at St George's Lane. Manager Preece highlighted a lack
CALLS have been made to lower the speed limit on a stretch of road where a teenager died on her way to collect her A-Level results. Angry locals are demanding that the limit on the A38 in Baynhall, near Kempsey, be altered from 60mph to 40mph following
motorists driving through Worcestershire were stuck in traffic chaos yesterday when all three lanes of a stretch of the M5 were closed for an hour following a crash. A crash involving a car with a caravan on the southbound carriageway between junction
AN irate vet has launched a petition to protest against a giant radio mast which was erected without warning in Lowesmoor. Anthony Morel, from the Lowesmoor House Veterinary Centre along Rainbow Hill, could not believe his eyes when Network Rail installed
A WORCESTER cancer charity is fighting against a recent decision by the Government's health advisory group not to release a key cancer drug for NHS distribution. Leukaemia CARE, a national charity based in Blackpole, is one of four major national UK cancer
CHILDHOOD sweethearts reunited after illness struck tied the knot at the weekend in a "very moving occasion". Mark Wincott, who suffers from Huntington's disease, married Diane Wallace at Pershore Register Office before going back to care home Pirton
A SHORT film by a Worcester film-maker could be all set to reach mass audiences after several producers have expressed interest in turning it into a full-length movie. Thirty-seven-year-old Simon Bovey, of Warndon, Worcester was one of eight movie-makers
WORCESTER Warriors have been forced to make two late changes to the team they announced to take on Cardiff Blues in a pre-season friendly at the Arms Park today (3pm). Prop Chris Horsman was set to play his first game of the year after undergoing surgery
VETERAN prop Tony Windo is struggling to be fit for the start of Worcester's Premier-ship campaign. The 37-year-old tight-head missed Saturday's 41-19 defeat at Cardiff because of a back injury and will not play in Friday's final pre-season friendly against
MIKE Bishop, Director, engineering and leakage, Severn Trent Water Ltd says that "for every £2 we make, £3 is re-invested in our huge network of pipes". As I am not a mathematician I cannot understand how one can invest that way without eventually going
SIR - I read that soldiers in Iraq would like letters sent to them, I think this is a very good idea. I have just come from the post office sending my grandson a parcel 4lbs in weight - this is all the weight allowed, it cost me £7.69. In wartime, parcels
SIR - It is a funny old world! First they give us a free bus pass and then they take away the totally unsuitable and old buses that run through our village. We can still catch the occasional bus (will it soon be a horse and cart?) on the main road which
SIR - Philip Bushill-Matthews (Letters. August 9) once again moves the goal posts on his claim about the EU and peace. His original letter said that the EU had brought peace to Europe over the last 50 years. I pointed out that this was wrong - several
Saturday, August 19, 2006 LUKE Reynolds' first-half goal gave Harriers their first victory of the season at Northwich. Reynolds struck his first goal of the campaign after 35 minutes to earn Mark Yates' side the three points. The home side had the first
MIDFIELD revelation Russ Penn is urging his Kidderminster Harriers team-mates to continue their tough approach. Harriers got stuck into the physical side of the game to return from Burton Albion with a 1-1 draw on Tuesday and recover from their shocking
Readers of this column may recall a recent reference pertaining to a certain medical affliction that assailed my person a few years ago. Sadly, the undoubted visual impressiveness of the condition could not assuage the painful reality. Anyway, I'm happy
- DAY after day throughout the school summer holiday, suburban streets ring to the sounds of children playing. Most people, other than the occasional saint among us, would be less than truthful if they didn't agree that the advent of sunny weather can
lA GOVERNMENT think-tank has called for schoolchildren to be taught about the benefit of Britain being in the EU. Whatever one thinks about this million-pounds-an-hour millstone around our necks, the whole issue is clearly a political matter and therefore
TALKING of the Swan, musicians and poets of varying abilities enjoyed many a salubrious soiree in the days when it was a pub. Most of the locals must have wondered about the identity of this collection of misfits assembled once a month in the legendary
lTHIS weekend marks the second anniversary of the death of John Barker, former landlord of the Swan at Alfrick and all-round English gentleman. I've know his daughter Diane for years. She is an accomplished artist and spends much of her time wandering
ONE of those idiotic talking shops that now habitually mislead governments has come up with the barmy idea of courts being lenient with robbers who use minimum force. The presence of peer pressure should also work in the defendants' favour, says the faceless
DIRECTOR of cricket Steve Rhodes' first full term in charge of Worcestershire is drawing to a close. The former New Road wicketkeeper has overseen an upturn in the County's fortunes, which has been based around a strong team ethic and a good spirit in
WORCESTERSHIRE members will have the chance to air their views about the County's on and off-field activities to the club's hierarchy at a forthcoming forum. A Worcestershire representative panel will field questions in the marquee at New Road half-an-hour
Crown Centre, Stourbridge The Crown Centre is located off the High Street and has eighteen retail units offering a wide range of goods and services. There are cafes offering a variety of food and drinks. Peachy Keen smoothie bar, Rimskies coffee bar located
SPENCERS Market in the heart of Stourbridge is alive and kicking following the closure of its sister complex at Merry Hill in March. This is the message management want to get across to customers who might be under the impression it had also shut down
Fone Fashion are a small family run store whom, unlike the chains of phone stores, build personalised relationships with their customers and cater to their individual need. Sam and Steve Hill are a father and daughter team who value their clients and
Missfits are now in their 11th year helping ladies of all ages, shapes and sizes to lose weight, tone up and reduce stress. As Missfits owner Alison Little explained: "Between 80-90 percent of our ladies had never been to a gym before in their life. Many
This Bridal and evening gown store has the finest range of truly unique and beautiful dresses. The store is modern and forward thinking, which is wholly reflected in the new collections and designs. Every dress is by Polish designer Aneta Sieradzka and
CASHING in onWorld Cup fever could not be easier at Shipleys Amusements in the Black Country. Customers just need to register their details for the chance to win a 20 inch LCD flat screen with built in DVD. Up to a masive £2,000 worth of free plays could
InkGloss, our local cartridge refilling centre, opened its doors in Stourbridge last year and has seen a steady growth of local customers and businesses. Located at the top of the High Street and nestled in between the estate agents, they specialise in
Peplows are the most highly regarded and distinguished jewellers in Stourbridge. A Member of the company of Master Jewellers, which is restricted to independent jewellers who adhere to the strictest of criteria in terms of quality and service; Peplows
Traders are keeping their fingers crossed for this year's Stourbridge in Bloom competition. The campaign co-ordinators hope to go one better than last time, when they scooped a surprise silver award in the prestigious Heart of England competition. Organiser
When you want a brand new kitchen, or merely want to update your cooking space, then Kitchen Options is just the job. For a personal service, this family run business is the perfect place to go for kitchen design. With 30-years' experience in kitchens
This popular indoor soft play centre supported the National Childbirth Trust's 50th Anniversary fund raising day on Friday May 19. The event was a massive hit and the children enjoyed storytelling, face painting, different types of music and rhythm, as
Downing & Downing Ltd is a family run business that has been trading in excess of 35 years. Mr Geoff Downing has been at the helm of the business on its journey to the highly regarded position it holds today. All of the staff at Downing & Downing
From the height of summer to mid-winter, the Ryemarket Centre in Stourbridge remains a firm favourite with local shoppers, being so easy to reach and with dozens of popular stores all under one roof. Here you can buy all you need for a perfect sunny weekend
Stourbridge Pharmacy is situated on the main High Street in Stourbridge opposite the Talbot. Owned by Murrays Healthcare, which has recently celebrated their 85th anniversary of trading in the community, it has a wealth of experience to offer. The pharmacy
Beverley Hadley has moved the dance Academy to a fabulous new location in the High Street. The dance academy has two studios with beautifully fitted professional ballet barres and mirrors. The new facilities are the finest in the area. Classes are suitable
Would you dare to bare? Summer is here; its time to give ourselves a top to toe overhaul and get to work on cellulite and bumps and bulges. A pain free option is here with a fantastic new range of doctor only treatments at Tinkable; the very latest procedures
The Chicago Rock Cafe is a great venue to dance the night away and a fantastic place to have snacks or lunch in the daytime. The spacious and bright place is perfect for mums and toddlers to enjoy soft drinks and the new menu with a dedicated kids menu
To support the town's celebrations for the Carnival The SUBWAY store in Stourbridge are offering a free 21oz soft drink, with the purchase of any 6" or 12" sub on Sunday 25 June. Offer applies from 10am-5pm. The SUBWAY chain offers great tasting SUB sandwiches
The new summer menu at the Swan is mouth-watering and reflects all of the finest fresh produce with starters of creamy goats cheese and tomato bruschetta, or delicious smoked salmon and prawn cocktail, followed with smoked haddock on a cheddar cheesemash
A fine Victorian house in Worcester Street is the home of Stourbridge Galleries where you will find an art gallery, gift shop and a bespoke picture framing service. The galleries offer an extensive range of gifts and greetings cards for every occasion
Unfortunately, more often than not, barbeques in the UK are associated with burnt, charred food which is still slightly raw on the inside. As the only non-Americans ever to win theWorld Barbeque Championship Jackie and Rick Weight from Kent are well qualified
Joanne Malin is well known as one of the 'faces' of ITV's Central News, but it's not only her presenting skills that make her a favourite with Midlands viewers - she loves to get out and about in the region and meet people, as well as being actively involved
Sales of convertible cars always open up as the UK weather improves, and Peugeot continues to dominate the sector with its 206 CC and 307 CC (Coup Cabriolet) cars attracting 12.5% of the market. Since the beginning of the year up to and including May,
This year is Chrysler Group's biggest ever in the UK with no less than six new right-hand drive vehicles on sale in the first seven months, together with the launch of the Dodge brand. Chrysler's award-winning 300C saloon, which has already sold out in
The Brindley Group is the new name for Mazda in Stourbridge alongside their Citroen franchise. Britain 's biggest selling weekly car magazine, Auto Express, has selected the second generation Mazda MX-5 as the 'best used Roadster money can buy' in the
No one likes a smug driver, but many Citron C3 and C4 owners have an extra reason to be self-satisfied this week with the news that their cars have topped the charts in the 2006 British Insurance Car Security Awards. Picking up more points in the 'theft
Honda will unveil a new 3-door Civic at the London Motor Show in July - completing the impressive 'Built in Britain' line-up of Honda hatchbacks. The 3-door makes its world debut at the London event. It's joined by the award-winning 5-door Civic and the
The Scandinavian and contemporary showroom at Stratstone Saab, Digbeth High Street, is a bright, light and appealing state-of-the-art venue, in which to view and enjoy the superb sleek lines of the whole range of the Saab brand. Visitors to the dealership
