WORCESTERSHIRE'S promotion prospects in the Liver-pool Victoria Championship division two face a tough examination today when Leicestershire visit New Road having not tasted defeat in the competition in their last five games. The County are only two
WORCESTERSHIRE have aw-arded captain Vikram Solanki a benefit year in 2007. Solanki, who has played 51 one-day internationals for England, made his one-day debut for the New Road club in 1993 and his first-class debut in 1995. He has scored more
MATT Mason has been rewarded for his bowling bonanza during August with Worcestershire's Rock Lobster player-of-the-month award. The accolade was presented during the County Championship clash with Essex. Mason has impressed everyone with the ball
FORMER Kidderminster Harriers striker Mark Rawle could be in line as possible cover for Worcester City. Rawle, who scored three goals in 11 appearances for the Aggborough club last year, played in a 3-0 victory for City's reserves against AFC Telford
IT has been a great start to the season for us but that's not worth anything if you don't carry that on. We can't look back with any regrets but what we can look back on is many positives in what we have done in the last seven games. The next two
WORCESTER Warriors have been handed a big boost ahead of Friday's meeting with Newcastle after it emerged Drew Hickey and Aisea Havili could both feature in the game. If the duo come through fitness tests, they may fly with the rest of the squad to
WORCESTER winger Nicola Crawford was delighted after scoring two tries in England women's 74-8 thumping of South Africa in the World Cup. England scored 12 tries in the match in Edmonton, Canada. Captain Sue Day led the way with four scores, while
MATT NEAL virtually doubled his Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship lead with a race victory at Knockhill. Droitwich Spa-based Neal increased his winning margin from 27 to 53 at Fife, Scotland, as second-placed Colin Turkington endured a rotten
WORCESTER winger Nicola Crawford was delighted after scoring two tries in England women's 74-8 thumping of South Africa in the World Cup. England scored 12 tries in the match in Edmonton, Canada. Captain Sue Day led the way with four scores, while
GOALKEEPER Scott Tynan has extended his loan deal with Hereford United for another month. The Rushden and Diamonds stopper has made six appearances for the Edgar Street club in the absence of injured Wayne Brown. The 22-year-old joined Rushden in
FORMER Kidderminster Harriers striker Mark Rawle could be in line as possible cover for Worcester City. Rawle, who scored three goals in 11 appearances for the Aggborough club last year, played in a 3-0 victory for City's reserves against AFC Telford
MATT Mason has been rewarded for his bowling bonanza during August with Worcestershire's Rock Lobster player-of-the-month award. The accolade was presented during the County Championship clash with Essex. Mason has impressed everyone with the ball
WORCESTER Warriors have been handed a big boost ahead of Friday's meeting with Newcastle after it emerged Drew Hickey and Aisea Havili could both feature in the game. If the duo come through fitness tests, they may fly with the rest of the squad to
WORCESTERSHIRE have aw-arded captain Vikram Solanki a benefit year in 2007. Solanki, who has played 51 one-day internationals for England, made his one-day debut for the New Road club in 1993 and his first-class debut in 1995. He has scored more
WORCESTERSHIRE'S promotion prospects in the Liver-pool Victoria Championship division two face a tough examination today when Leicestershire visit New Road having not tasted defeat in the competition in their last five games. The County are only two
STUDENTS at Worcester College of Technology have celebrated their graduation. Almost 200 successful students at the Deansway-based college graduated in a ceremony at Worcester Cathedral on Friday. Subjects studied included theatrical media, make-up
STAFF at Homebase in Hylton Road, Worcester, have been fund-raising for St Richard's Hospice. Over the past year, they have raised £2,390 through a range of events organised by charity co-ordinator Jean Marshall, including raffles, sales and a staff
BACK in 1997, the received wisdom was that if you hadn't voted New Labour then the chances were that you were of a right-wing persuasion. Nine years on and several wars later, we have dismantled any number of civil liberties, filled the country with foreign
SO we've had the council persecuting the pensioner for dropping chewing gum, pictures of the Prime Minister on holiday wearing a pair of appalling swimming trunks while his country is besieged by terrorists and, of course, the usual crop of dimwits who
THERE were many high spots during the Worcester Festival but one of my most enjoyable days was spent within the history-soaked walls of the Tudor House Museum in Friar Street. As a non-native resident of Worcester, I must say that it has taken many years
Melinda Messenger is a girl with a lot of front in more ways than one. Ever since her Titian-esque form first adorned the pages of The Sun newspaper, she's never looked back - which would probably have been a physical impossibility, anyway. Now she's
It seems that Britain has gone into reverse of late. A not-inconsiderable section of the population would like us to revert to being one huge mediaeval village while another group of religious extremists would deny us the right to see the hideously over-hyped
A FEW of Worcester's old guard have started making noises about that hardy old perennial otherwise known as the question of trees on the west bank of the Severn. There were bound to be rumblings, for the people moaning about the view of the Cathedral
AS soon as I reached my 16th birthday, I hit the road on motorised two wheels. It may have been only a Prima 150cc scooter, but to me it was the ultimate thrill. That smoky two-stroke pale green machine was my sleek bird of freedom, transporting me
SIR - I am delighted that fishermen are not getting their own way with having the swan sanctuary reduced. The swans should come first and get priority. JOYCE ROSE, Worcester.
SIR - Homeless people have a barbecue, enjoy a bonfire, and eat - whatever next? They'll be demanding somewhere to live before you know it. If you are worried about the impression tourists get of this city, then I would suggest before targeting the homeless
SIR - A recent survey by Age Concern suggests nine out of 10 nurses don't have time for their patients during meal times. At a time when the elderly require tender loving care, how many suffer from malnutrition in hospital? I was a carer for more than
SIR - Peter Alcock (August 14) is correct to say the majority of people do not regard the EU flag as a valid flag but this does not concern the Government. It has cleverly slipped in an amendment to new planning regulations that will allow the EU flag
SIR - It is good to know that one of the main political parties, the Liberal Democrats, recognises that the present council tax is unfair. There is no valid reason why this tax should be levied on property values. The cost of providing council services
SIR - In his recent letter, John Shearon again attacks hunting but admits knowing nothing about it. He then describes hunting people as "bigots". Being under the impression that a bigot is someone who holds an intolerant or unreasonable view on a subject
SIR - In answer to Mark Starr, over the issues of the British supermarkets and the British car industry, the gentleman keeps on moving the goalpost and bringing more contentious issues into the argument. Mr Starr conveniently side-stepped the fact that
SIR - Let me point out to the Pakistani team that it's still only a game and the idea of having an umpire is to make sure the rules are adhered to - and the umpire's word is final. This just isn't cricket. JOHN SHEARON, Worcester.
SIR - The Test Match ball-tampering episode and umpire Darrell Harris' apparent financial ambitions will have had a negative effect on cricket. However, the importance of cricket is relatively slight. International relations are infinitely more important
WHEN Georgia Bristow put on her brand new school uniform for the first time this morning she was simultaneously going through a ritual with hundreds of other youngsters across Worcestershire. We've all been there... the clothes might have had that `new
RIDING the wave of the rising popularity in two-wheeled transport, a new business has opened in Worcester. Mark Doble has started MDMotorcycles in Pitchcroft Lane, Barbourne. "I'm mainly stocking learner legal bikes and scooters of 50cc and 125cc
GOVERNMENT proposals to increase employee holidays will be costly for small companies, a business meeting in Worcester was told. Business owners and members of the Forum of Private Business (FPB) met with senior officials from the Department of Trade
STAFF at Salter's Shopping Centre in Droitwich are ready to save lives. West Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust's Hereford and Worcester division has trained them to use the centre's new portable defibrillator. The defibrillator was given to the
ADULTS are being urged to enrol on a wide range of courses from computing to literacy at the YMCA in Henwick Road, Worcester. The plea comes with the news that learndirect adult learning courses at community centres and libraries throughout Worcestershire
A NEW football team set up to give teenagers from Ronkswood, Worcester, something to do will kick off their new season this weekend. Community support officer Ben Groves, who helped set up Ronkswood Youth FC Under 15s and is also club chairman, said
A PARTNERSHIP looking to improve the quality of life in the Malvern Hills is seeking feedback on its proposed new sustainable community strategy for the district. Vision 21 Malvern Hills' draft strategy runs from 2006 to 2021 and sets out the partnership's
WET washing caused by the temperamental British weather could soon be a thing of the past if a Malvern innovator's inspirational new product comes to fruition. Fifty-five-year-old Malcolm Victory, owner of innovation company 1% Studio in Malvern's Wells
THOMAS the Tank Engine and his visiting friend Toby the Tram were supposed to steal the show at the Severn Valley Railway at the weekend - but the rain came down on Saturday, putting a damper on the first of the two Day Out With Thomas weekends. Now
AN enthusiastic amateur archaeologist was the lucky winner of a one-off competition. Angela Bond, of Northwick, Worcester, won the Worcester City Council's archaeology competition held at the Commandery during the open weekend during the excavations
A COMMITTEE set up to deal with the ongoing problem of excluded pupils has taken the first step in an effort to improve the situation in county schools. The county council's managing exclusions scrutiny task group is set to embark on a fact-finding
STUDENTS are being urged to sign up to a new service that will remind them to buy a TV licence at the start of term. According to the latest research conducted by the TV Licensing agency, almost a quarter (24 per cent) of the students questioned said
HEALTH chiefs should be told of the need for a new Evesham hospital, Wychavon district councillors say. Liberal Democrat councillors have tabled a motion for Wychavon's meeting on Tuesday, September 12, proposing that an approach is made to the new
SHOPPERS who went into the Co-op superstore in St John's, Worcester this week found themselves being served by people more akin to Bob the Builder The usual staff uniform was replaced by wellies, overalls, paintbrushes and hard hats as part of the launch
UNDER-19s will no longer be able to travel free of charge on Worcester Express buses following a range of timetable, fare and route changes. The move, which coincides with the start of the new school term this week - ends a year-long promotion by Worcestershire
HUNDREDS of youngsters will be nervously embarking on their first day at school today but for one little girl it should be a breeze. In her short life, Georgia Bristow has already endured nearly 30 operations and numerous hospital stays so her first
The Roman Catholic Archbishop of Birmingham has added his weight to the anger over hospital chaplains by condemning health officials. The Most Reverend Vincent Nichols called on Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust to reverse its proposals to make
A FORMER chaplaincy volunteer at Worcestershire Royal Hospital has spoken out against the proposals to cut posts within the service. Health chiefs revealed in August plans to make two Anglican, one Free Church and three Roman Catholic priests redundant
A TAXI driver who was repeatedly stabbed by a customer in a frenzied attack has now spoken about his terrifying ordeal. Mohammed Khan was hospitalised for almost a week and had to have 40 stitches to knife wounds in his hand, chest and lip following
WORCESTERSHIRE'S promotion prospects in the Liver-pool Victoria Championship division two face a tough examination today when Leicestershire visit New Road having not tasted defeat in the competition in their last five games. The County are only two points
Bromsgrove Rovers 2 Eastwood Town 0 FA Cup preliminary round replay TWO second half goals saw off a powerful Eastwood Town side as Bromsgrove Rovers booked their place in the first qualifying round of the FA Cup at the Victoria Ground on Tuesday night
Eastwood Town 5 Bromsgrove Rovers 5 FA Cup preliminary round by Peter McKinney BROMSGROVE Rovers staged one of the most dramatic comebacks in the history of the club to keep their FA Cup dream alive at a wind swept and rain lashed Coronation Park in Nottinghamshire
WORCESTERSHIRE have aw-arded captain Vikram Solanki a benefit year in 2007. Solanki, who has played 51 one-day internationals for England, made his one-day debut for the New Road club in 1993 and his first-class debut in 1995. He has scored more than
WORCESTER Warriors have been handed a big boost ahead of Friday's meeting with Newcastle after it emerged Drew Hickey and Aisea Havili could both feature in the game. If the duo come through fitness tests, they may fly with the rest of the squad to the
ARSONISTS set fire to recycling bins in Alcester. The two incidents took place in Henley Street and Gas House Lane. The bins had been left outside properties and the refuse was set to be collected by Warwickshire County Council. The incidents happened
WORCESTER winger Nicola Crawford was delighted after scoring two tries in England women's 74-8 thumping of South Africa in the World Cup. England scored 12 tries in the match in Edmonton, Canada. Captain Sue Day led the way with four scores, while Worcester
BIDFORD has been crowned Warwickshire Village of the Year. The competition was open to villages of up to 5,000 residents which were judged on six key aspects of life, including community life, business, young and old people and the environment and information
MATT NEAL virtually doubled his Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship lead with a race victory at Knockhill. Droitwich Spa-based Neal increased his winning margin from 27 to 53 at Fife, Scotland, as second-placed Colin Turkington endured a rotten
A PARTY is planned for families in Alcester and surrounding areas to mark a milestone anniversary. The National Childbirth Trust's Stratford and district branch will be marking the charity's 50th year on Sunday. Entertainment will be from 11am-4pm at
FINAL touches are being made to cut motorists' speed as they drive through Bidford. Work carried out by Warwickshire County Council has seen reductions in speeds from 60mph to 40mph and from 40mph to 30mph, which came into force three weeks ago. Improvements
A TAXI driver who was repeatedly stabbed by a customer in a frenzied attack has now spoken about his terrifying ordeal. Mohammed Khan was hospitalised for almost a week and had to have 40 stitches to knife wounds in his hand, chest and lip following the
A FORMER chaplaincy volunteer at Worcestershire Royal Hospital has spoken out against the proposals to cut posts within the service. Health chiefs revealed in August plans to make two Anglican, one Free Church and three Roman Catholic priests redundant
HUNDREDS of youngsters will be nervously embarking on their first day at school today but for one little girl it should be a breeze. In her short life, Georgia Bristow has already endured nearly 30 operations and numerous hospital stays so her first day
Bromsgrove Rovers 2 Eastwood Town 0 FA Cup preliminary round replay TWO second half goals saw off a powerful Eastwood Town side as Bromsgrove Rovers booked their place in the first qualifying round of the FA Cup at the Victoria Ground on Tuesday night
CHAIRMAN Tom Herbert has lavished manager Rod Brown and his Bromsgrove Rovers players with praise after the club's best start to the season for four years. Rovers have enjoyed their best start to a campaign since 2002/2003 and top the Southern League
REIGNING champion Matt Neal took a great stride to defending the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) with victory at Knockhill on Sunday. The Droitwich driver nearly doubled his lead at the top of the table over closest rival Colin Turkington, after
A RECENT speaker was Mike Miles with his talk on Baron Ash of Packwood House, who was not actually a baron! His full name was Graham Baron Ash and he was born in 1889, the son of a metal dealer and grandson of Joseph Ash, who was partner in the business
Wednesday, September 6 THEATRE: Don't Look Now, Norbury Theatre, Droitwich (until September 9). THEATRE: The History Boys, Birmingham Repertory Theatre, Centenary Square, Birmingham (until September 16). MUSIC: Time Enough, Hop Pole Inn, Birmingham Road
RIDING the wave of the rising popularity in two-wheeled transport, a new business has opened in Worcester. Mark Doble has started MDMotorcycles in Pitchcroft Lane, Barbourne. "I'm mainly stocking learner legal bikes and scooters of 50cc and 125cc," he
ABOUT 50 members, accompanied by our Chairman Lord Hertford, travelled by coach to London to visit the Wallace Collection, which is on display at Hertford House. It was bequeathed to the nation in 1897 and was first open to the public in 1900. The idea
RESIDENTS in a quiet village have pledged to fight to stop a plan for a quarry extension on their doorsteps which they claim will blight their lives until 2042 and which - it is feared - will bring about the 'mass industrialisation' of the area. Opposition
CHANGES in the way Bromsgrove's pest control service is run will be considered tonight behind closed doors. The district council's executive committee will meet in private to consider a confidential report prepared by officers into the running of the
A MAN and his Jack Russell dog had a lucky escape from their first floor flat after a fire which was caused in a suspected arson attack. Police and firefighters were called to the flat in Break Back Road, in the Rockhill area of Bromsgrove, in the early
SAFETY-conscious residents can get top tips on protecting themselves and their property at a fire station open day on Saturday. Firefighters at Bromsgrove's Windsor Street station will be giving a range of demonstrations, on incidents such as car crashes
BROMSGROVE residents can have their say on planning applications in the district as part of a trial scheme. Bromsgrove District Council is allowing anyone with an interest in a particular planning application to register to speak provided they have already
A FORMER Bromsgrove couple, who now live in the United States, were given VIP treatment when they visited the Houses of Parliament while on a trip back home. Terry and Alma Price were delighted when they were told that they were the 500,000th visitors
A BOOK containing unique images documenting almost a century of car production at Longbridge is set to hit the shelves this month. 'Making Cars At Longbridge: 100 Years In The Life Of A Factory' written by lifelong car enthusiast Colin Corke and Gillian
A NEW children's centre has been opened in Charford this week - the first of its kind in Bromsgrove. The centre is at the site of Charford First School, in Lyttleton Avenue, and is part of the Multi Agency Resource Centre, in nearby Humphrey Avenue. The
A FUND set up in memory of a teenage motorcyclist, who was killed doing the sport he loved, has raised more than £30,000 by the first anniversary of his death. Fourteen-year-old Chris Jones, who regularly featured in the Advertiser/Messenger sports pages
WET weather and strong winds failed to deter crowds who packed into a Catshill animal adoption centre's annual fete, craft fair and dog show. The event at the Blue Cross, in Wildmoor Lane, had a whole host of attractions. The fete included a variety of
FOR close on 40 years genial George Ince's shop was a landmark in Bromsgrove and a delightful magnet for anyone with a sweet tooth. George, who along with his wife Angela ran George's Candy Stores from 1959 to 1998 when he retired, died suddenly in hospital
UNDER-19s will no longer be able to travel free of charge on Worcester Express buses following a range of timetable, fare and route changes. The move, which coincides with the start of the new school term this week - ends a year-long promotion by Worcestershire
SHOPPERS who went into the Co-op superstore in St John's, Worcester this week found themselves being served by people more akin to Bob the Builder The usual staff uniform was replaced by wellies, overalls, paintbrushes and hard hats as part of the launch
MR Harry Oakes - Dan Archer to millions of BBC listeners - wanted to go fishing, so he came to Redditch to get a fishing rod. Mr Oakes visited the firm J Aspindale and Son on Prospect Hill to see how a lightweight rod was made. He was shown the 30 processes
DRIVERS returning from the pub may risk finding themselves blowing into a little black box rather than the famous plastic bag from this week. The Alcometer - an electronic device which gives a first guide to whether a motorist is over the alcohol limit
YOUNG midfielder Sam Alsop could soon be swapping the Blues for the Reds. Redditch United manager Gary Whild has had the 21-year-old Birmingham City starlet training with his Valley Stadium side and could name Alsop in his squad for the trip to Barrow
AN enthusiastic amateur archaeologist was the lucky winner of a one-off competition. Angela Bond, of Northwick, Worcester, won the Worcester City Council's archaeology competition held at the Commandery during the open weekend during the excavations in
THOMAS the Tank Engine and his visiting friend Toby the Tram were supposed to steal the show at the Severn Valley Railway at the weekend - but the rain came down on Saturday, putting a damper on the first of the two Day Out With Thomas weekends. Now the
POLICE have released a CCTV image following the stabbing of a taxi driver in Tibberton. The incident took place in the early hours of Friday, August 18, in the village near Droitwich Spa. Police have released a photograph taken from CCTV film of St Swithin
A PARTNERSHIP looking to improve the quality of life in the Malvern Hills is seeking feedback on its proposed new sustainable community strategy for the district. Vision 21 Malvern Hills' draft strategy runs from 2006 to 2021 and sets out the partnership's
a children's playgroup was targeted by vandals. Spa police are now investigating the damage at the WANDS Children's Centre, in Farmers Way. The attack took place between 6pm on Friday, August 25, and 7am on Tuesday, August 29. A window at the children's
by Sarah Mawhinney A CONTROVERSIAL plan to develop a former car garage site in Droitwich Spa has been put on hold. At Wychavon District Council development control committee meeting last Thursday, members deferred plans for the proposed residential and
WITH just over two weeks to go preparations are well underway to make sure there's a packed programme for Droitwich Spa's inaugural Salt Day celebrations. Planned for Saturday, September 16, the event is set to mark the town's unique and ancient salt
ADULTS are being urged to enrol on a wide range of courses from computing to literacy at the YMCA in Henwick Road, Worcester. The plea comes with the news that learndirect adult learning courses at community centres and libraries throughout Worcestershire
STAFF at Salter's Shopping Centre in Droitwich are ready to save lives. West Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust's Hereford and Worcester division has trained them to use the centre's new portable defibrillator. The defibrillator was given to the centre
DROITWICH Spa's Norbury Theatre presents the classic Oliver! The Musical this October. The Friar Street theatre is staging the show from Wednesday, October 18 to Saturday October 21 and Wednesday, October 25 to Saturday, October 28 at 7.30pm. There will
WORCESTERSHIRE'S promotion prospects in the Liver-pool Victoria Championship division two face a tough examination today when Leicestershire visit New Road having not tasted defeat in the competition in their last five games. The County are only two points
REDDITCH'S first Relay for Life arrives this weekend and is hoped to be one of the biggest fundraisers the town has seen. Organisers have recruited 26 teams for the spectacular event, which will be held at the Abbey Stadium on Saturday. Teams will take
WORCESTERSHIRE have aw-arded captain Vikram Solanki a benefit year in 2007. Solanki, who has played 51 one-day internationals for England, made his one-day debut for the New Road club in 1993 and his first-class debut in 1995. He has scored more than
Barnt Green 120 all out Kenilworth Wardens 118-5 Barnt Green obtain winning draw BARNT Green were unable to grab maximum points in a rain hit match against Kenilworth in the Birmingham and District League Premier Division on Saturday. Green were able
SATURday, September 9 FOOTBALL Southern League Division One Midlands: Leighton Town v Bromsgrove Rovers. Midland Combination - Division One: Archdale 73 v Fairfield Villa. Division Two: Droitwich Spa v Enville Althetic. Division Three: Knowle Reserves
MATCHBOROUGH youths could soon have their say on what happens in their community - which may involve getting more seating. Councillor Juliet Brunner is calling for a special PACT meeting for youths to help resolve some issues that have been raised. "Fifteen
WORCESTER Warriors have been handed a big boost ahead of Friday's meeting with Newcastle after it emerged Drew Hickey and Aisea Havili could both feature in the game. If the duo come through fitness tests, they may fly with the rest of the squad to the
HEAD coach Dan Protherough believes that Droitwich RFC are set for a good season - if the players stay fit. Droitwich begin the Midlands Division Four West (South) with a testing trip to Evesham this Saturday (3pm start). Protherough, who joined the club
WORCESTER winger Nicola Crawford was delighted after scoring two tries in England women's 74-8 thumping of South Africa in the World Cup. England scored 12 tries in the match in Edmonton, Canada. Captain Sue Day led the way with four scores, while Worcester
CAPTAIN Lee Wainright wants his new look Bromsgrove RFC side to give former coach David Wilkinson a hot reception in this Saturday's opening fixture in the Midlands Division Two West at Finstall Park. Wilkinson, who left the club mid-way through last
IF Studley are to pull off the great escape and beat the drop into the bottom division of the Birmingham League they need to win their last two fixtures - having won only one so far this season. Vice-captain Mark Lewis this week spoke of the monumentally
ALVECHURCH'S winning draw against fellow strugglers Chaddesley Corbett at the weekend has given Martin Curtice's side every chance of beating the drop on a tense final day. The visitors set a 218-9 target but Church responded with 153-8, enough to take
THERE was delight for Alcester & Ragley Park but heartbreak for Temple Grafton on an eventful final day in the Cotswold Hills League on Saturday. Alcester missed out on the first division title but secured promotion to the Premier Division with victory
FECKENHAM manager Lee Adams has promised to ring the changes after seeing his side throw away an early lead in a 3-1 loss at Walsall Wood. The Millers boss was unhappy and is set to give others a chance to stake their claim in Saturday's home tie with
HAVING recently moved from Old Station Road I would like to take this opportunity to thank the men who emptied our boxes and bins every Friday. From the beginning of the new scheme I was 'assisted'. The men were always helpful and courteous and my collection
HAVING read in this newspaper about the proposed plans for the Saab garage development and that a model was available for all to see in the One Stop Shop I decided to call in on Saturday, August 19, while shopping in Droitwich High Street. On going in
THIS letter is in answer to E Payne of Droitwich who wrote in the August 9 issue. What a load of rubbish to say that people have a choice to live where they can't hear the motorway in Bromsgrove. It is virtually impossible. The motorway network - M5 M42
I READ with interest the report of 50 years ago in Memory Lane (August 23), about the lightning and thunder, on a clear day and cloudless sky, as only this year I witnessed the same experience one afternoon about early July. The sky was blue, not a cloud
WHY would a true man of the cloth have to be paid to visit the sick whilst in hospital? Going back years to my early days at The Sheldon (Geriatric) Hospital, a truly wonderful priest, Father Robinson, would visit every day. He has since died many years
Redditch United 1 Scarborough 1 JERMAINE Clarke's first goal of the season earned Redditch United a deserved point from an entertaining match in which both sides attempted to play decent football in blustery conditions. Redditch began the brighter and
Eastwood Town 5 Bromsgrove Rovers 5 FA Cup preliminary round by Peter McKinney BROMSGROVE Rovers staged one of the most dramatic comebacks in the history of the club to keep their FA Cup dream alive at a wind swept and rain lashed Coronation Park in Nottinghamshire
Barnt Green Spartak 4 Brereton Social 0 STRIKER Nathan Glanville made it six goals in four games in the Midland Combination Premier Division as Barnt Green Spartak continued their winning streak on Saturday. Glanville's brace, as well as goals for Carlos
Callowbrook Swifts U8s 8 Wychall Wanderers U8s 1 SAM Power and Nathan Derrick got amongst the goals, as Callowbrook kicked off the season with an emphatic victory. Callowbrook Swifts U10s B 1 Sheldon Royal Eagles U10s 0 BEN Aldridge's goal was enough
West Brom Strollers Ladies 5 Fairfield Villa Ladies 2 FAIRFIELD Villa endured a sense of deja vu as they lost their opening game of the West Midlands League Division One South to West Bromwich on Sunday. In a repeat of last season's opening game of the
CRABMILL edged Cofton Celtic in the Bromsgrove Fixings and Power Tool League Division One. Goals for Kings, Harris and Garside cancelled out strikes for Celtic's Forman and Ingham. Victoria Barnt Green and DP Dons FC battled out a 2-2 draw, while Bromsgrove
STUDLEY fashionista Jeanette Laight is doing her bit for charity by staging a glamorous fashion show. Jeanette, who runs J&G Vintage Clothes Fairs, has teamed up with fellow Redditch resident Matt Curtis to put on the show in Stratford on Monday.
FARMERS are warned to be on their guard after a spate of thefts of vintage tractors in the area. Police are warning farmers as well as collectors of agricultural equipment to be vigilant after a series of thefts, the latest in Upton Warren near Bromsgrove
YOUNG people are being urged to join in the fun at Redditch Skatepark on Sunday. The skatepark, behind the Golden Goose pub in Icknield Street Drive, is to host a national BMX event as part of the Snickers Game On series. The event, which starts at noon
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THE recent outburst from the Islamic followers in this country, namely that we should alter our foreign policy, is a direct threat to the people of this country, as it was also followed up by the statement that, if we don't comply, then more people will
SIR - I am delighted that fishermen are not getting their own way with having the swan sanctuary reduced. The swans should come first and get priority. JOYCE ROSE, Worcester.
HAVING read in this newspaper about the proposed plans for the Saab garage development and that a model was available for all to see in the One Stop Shop I decided to call in on Saturday, August 19, while shopping in Droitwich High Street. On going in
SIR - Peter Alcock (August 14) is correct to say the majority of people do not regard the EU flag as a valid flag but this does not concern the Government. It has cleverly slipped in an amendment to new planning regulations that will allow the EU flag
SIR - It is good to know that one of the main political parties, the Liberal Democrats, recognises that the present council tax is unfair. There is no valid reason why this tax should be levied on property values. The cost of providing council services
SIR - In his recent letter, John Shearon again attacks hunting but admits knowing nothing about it. He then describes hunting people as "bigots". Being under the impression that a bigot is someone who holds an intolerant or unreasonable view on a subject
SIR - Let me point out to the Pakistani team that it's still only a game and the idea of having an umpire is to make sure the rules are adhered to - and the umpire's word is final. This just isn't cricket. JOHN SHEARON, Worcester.
WYTHALL and Alvechurch residents now have the chance to challenge the council's planning committee about applications. Starting this month and running for a four-month trial period, Bromsgrove District Council is allowing members of the public to talk
TOWN entertainer John Emms is glowing with pride after performing for Redditch's Darby and Joan Club. The popular 75 year old entertained members of the club at the Ecumenical Centre with songs and tales from his life. Mr Emms, of Church Road, said more
A TOWN lawyer is warning residents about the pitfalls of buying "mix and match" foreign holidays online. Hilton Obery, a specialist personal injury lawyer with Redditch-based company LHP Law, is warning penny-pinching holidaymakers that putting together
THE fair is coming to town next week and Redditch Council has made alternative parking arrangements for disabled people with specially adapted vehicles. The six car parking spaces in Church Green East normally available for specially adapted vehicles
POLICE are warning well-meaning residents to be vigilant after reports of a charity scam operating in the Redditch area. An organisation has delivered leaflets to homes across the town asking people to leave unwanted clothes outside ready for collection
A NEW county council guide is winging its way to residents next week. The A-Z guide to council services in Worcestershire will list all main services and the 16-page booklet is hoped to make it easier to get in touch about specific subjects. It includes
THE latest issue of a county council magazine is winging its way to residents this week. Word on Worcestershire (WoW) is being sent to all households in the county, along with a brand new A-Z guide to county council services. The magazine includes top
DESCENDANTS of Windrush (DOW) youth organisation is starting a vocals/singing school for youngsters aged 7-12. The classes will be held every Saturday for 10 weeks starting on September 9 from noon-2pm at Park House, 150 Evesham Road. Young people will
TOP comedians spearhead an autumn and winter programme which is also packed with music, drama and local talent at the Artrix. Bromsgrove's biggest arts venue, on School Drive, has pulled off a major coup by attracting top comedians Marcus Brigstocke,
A FAIR for collectors of miniature toy cars, trains and buses takes place at Bromsgrove's Market Hall on Sunday. The Toy and Train Collectors Fair runs from 10.30am to 3pm. Visitors are welcome to bring items they wish to sell, while experts will be on
A PROUD Winyates West family are jumping for joy after their dog scooped top prize in a show. Loretta Griffin, 15, of Dolben Lane, said they had entered their mongrel bitch Bebe into a novelty dog show at the Game and Country Fair at Ragley Hall earlier
POLICE investigating a theft from Tony's Handyman in Redditch town centre are appealing for a woman who saw the incident to come forward. A man was seen stealing chairs from outside the Market Place shop at about 1pm on Tuesday, July 18. Pc Ed Shotton
A LARGE area on the west side of Rednal Hill on the Lickeys caught fire as a result of the recent intense heat turning the undergrowth tinder dry. The firemen's attempts to put it out were severely hampered by a lack of water in nearby wells and the large
A TURNTABLE-loving trio of Winyates school friends are forging ahead with their film-making company. Former Arrow Vale High School pupils Prithpal Kalsi, Steve Bridger and Chris Malbon formed production company Nu-Skratch to preserve hip-hop and to let
THERE was fresh food aplenty when Studley Allotment Association held a produce sale. The event was staged at the village hall to raise cash to buy equipment for the allotments and to help new plot-holders. Anyone in the area interested in taking on an
POLITICALLY minded youngsters had the chance to meet others with similar interests at a meeting on Sunday. Worcestershire and Warwickshire Conservative Future held the meeting at The Forest pub in Bromsgrove. People under 30 from anywhere in the two counties
SCHOOLS and colleges have once again proved they can be "sew" creative during Forge Mill's annual contemporary textiles competition, sponsored by the Charles Henry Foyle Trust. This year's goal was to create a textile piece on the theme of "Maelstrom"
GETTING your skates on had a new meaning for Jim Berreen, a 38-year-old lecturer from Shrubbery Road in Bromsgrove. Every morning he could be seen skating to the railway station a mile-and-a-half away - a journey which took him just ten minutes. It is
HOME, away (Southern League Midlands Division fixtures unless stated) JULY Sat 15 HEDNESFORD TOWN 3-2 (Snape, Burgess, Francis) Thu 20 MOOR GREEN (friendly) 1-0 (Lamey) Sun 23 KIDDERMINSTER HARRIERS 0-4 Sat 29 REDDITCH UNITED 0-2 AUGUST Tue 01 Alvechurch
Droitwich Spa 28 Stourbridge Lions 12 DROITWICH warmed up for the new season by taming Stourbridge Lions in a friendly game at the Glynn Mitchell Memorial Ground on Saturday. Spa came from behind to win the game that was affected by gale force winds.
BACK in 1997, the received wisdom was that if you hadn't voted New Labour then the chances were that you were of a right-wing persuasion. Nine years on and several wars later, we have dismantled any number of civil liberties, filled the country with foreign
Melinda Messenger is a girl with a lot of front in more ways than one. Ever since her Titian-esque form first adorned the pages of The Sun newspaper, she's never looked back - which would probably have been a physical impossibility, anyway. Now she's
It seems that Britain has gone into reverse of late. A not-inconsiderable section of the population would like us to revert to being one huge mediaeval village while another group of religious extremists would deny us the right to see the hideously over-hyped
A REDDITCH man with multiple sclerosis is forced to remain in hospital eight months after being admitted because work needed on his home has still not been carried out. David Chart, a popular youth leader at St Peter's Church, Ipsley, had a fall in January
A FEW of Worcester's old guard have started making noises about that hardy old perennial otherwise known as the question of trees on the west bank of the Severn. There were bound to be rumblings, for the people moaning about the view of the Cathedral
POLICE investigating the rape of a woman in Redditch last month have arrested four teenagers. The attack took place on Saturday, August 18 at about 3am near the bandstand behind St Stephen's Church in Church Green. The 28-year-old woman had just left
SO, we are only to have our wheelie bins emptied once every two weeks. I have quite a big family and we obviously create more rubbish than a household with only two or three residents. What are we supposed to do with the extra rubbish? Are we going to
CATTLE left starving to death at an Alvechurch farm have been moved by the RSPCA. A spokesman told the Advertiser the cows that sparked national outrage at Emmadale Farm in Rowney Green Lane, had now been moved to an undisclosed location. "We can confirm
BUS services to the Alexandra Hospital changed on Monday as part of county council alterations to services to and from Worcestershire hospitals. Service X33 from Kidderminster Hospital to the Alex, runs from Kidderminster Hospital to Redditch bus station
I RECENTLY had my handbag stolen in London. I reported the incident to the police and quickly stopped all the credit cards, bank cards and my mobile phone from being misused. I had to change the locks on our home because my house keys were in the bag
PROBLEMS of speeding buses in Winyates and Church Hill are being addressed by police after the issue was raised at a PACT meeting. Former Labour councillor Albert Wharrad asked police to look into the long-running issue of some bus drivers going too fast
DYER Sharon and Dale are proud to announce the safe arrival of Harry Oliver on August 25th at 10.23 a.m, weighing 6lbs 13ozs. A brother for Jack. Thanks to Staff at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. Published in paper 06/09/2006
BUSSEY Mark Of Droitwich, peacefully on September 3rd, 2006, aged 86 years. Much loved brother, brother in law and uncle. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Monday, September 11th at 12.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to St
MIDDLETON Iris Of Hallow, peacefully on September 1st, 2006, aged 81 years. Beloved wife of Ray, dear mother of Robert and Jane and a much loved mother in law and grandmother. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Tuesday, September 12th at 2.30
RICHARDS Doris Of Worcester, peacefully on September 3rd, 2006, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Desmond, dear mother of Gillian and Jacqui and a much loved mother in law and grandmother. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Tuesday, September
MCCARTHY John Passed away peacefully at home on September 2nd, 2006 aged 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Rene and a much loved father to Kathy and Mike. He will be sadly missed by all his Family and Friends. Funeral service at Our Lady Queen of
DAVIES Malcolm September 6th, 2004. Loving memories of a dear husband, dad and grandad. Someone you love you cannot see or touch, are here in our hearts where they are cherished so much. Love Pat, Tracey, Damian, Marcus, Dominic, Brett. Published in
Review: Marlon Brando's Corset at the Festival Theatre, Malvern, until Saturday. DON'T ask me what the title means - but if Les Dennis is wearing it then he wears it well. This is a fine comedy in which he was excellent. It's full of wit - with a really
Wednesday, September 6 THEATRE: Don't Look Now, Norbury Theatre, Droitwich (until September 9). THEATRE: The History Boys, Birmingham Repertory Theatre, Centenary Square, Birmingham (until September 16). MUSIC: Time Enough, Hop Pole Inn, Birmingham Road
Wednesday, September 6 Wallop Mrs Cox, Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham. Until September 10. Tickets on www.getlive.co.uk/birmingham or 0870 607 7533 The History Boys, Repertory Theatre, Birmingham. Until September 16. Tickets on www.birmingham-rep.co.uk
A FAIR for collectors of miniature toy cars, trains and buses takes place at Bromsgrove's Market Hall on Sunday. The Toy and Train Collectors Fair runs from 10.30am to 3pm. Visitors are welcome to bring items they wish to sell, while experts will be on
LINE dancing classes start again after a summer break at three venues in the area next week. BJ Busy Boots's starts again at Lickey End Working Men's Club on September 5 between 6.30pm and 10pm, while Bromsgrove Methodist Centre willl host classes on
A RACHAEL Hopkins goal was enough to give Studley their first win over arch rivals Headless Cross Ladies. The West Midlands League kicked-off early at Studley and served up a treat with a Hopkins goal - from a Sarah Edney corner 15 minutes in - separating
REDDITCH Arrows secured a play-off semi-final at home to Edinburgh outfit West Coast Trojans this Sunday after a hard-fought 6-0 win over Dundee Hurricanes at the weekend. A low-scoring quarter-final at Arrows' Ash Lane home saw the hosts do enough to
MATT Mason has been rewarded for his bowling bonanza during August with Worcestershire's Rock Lobster player-of-the-month award. The accolade was presented during the County Championship clash with Essex. Mason has impressed everyone with the ball over
THE people of Alcester are celebrating this week after winning a top accolade in the Britain in Bloom competition. Organisers were presented with a prestigious gold award at a ceremony on Friday at Birmingham Cathedral. The town has also been chosen to
FORMER Kidderminster Harriers striker Mark Rawle could be in line as possible cover for Worcester City. Rawle, who scored three goals in 11 appearances for the Aggborough club last year, played in a 3-0 victory for City's reserves against AFC Telford
ALCESTER residents will be treated to a Party in the Park on Sunday to celebrate the successful completion of the Market Town Initiative. The £1.1 million regeneration scheme took four years to complete and was funded by Advantage West Midlands in partnership
GOALKEEPER Scott Tynan has extended his loan deal with Hereford United for another month. The Rushden and Diamonds stopper has made six appearances for the Edgar Street club in the absence of injured Wayne Brown. The 22-year-old joined Rushden in January
A SALFORD Priors resident is about to celebrate a remarkable milestone. Emily Skett will receive a card from the Queen this weekend to mark her 106th birthday. Staff at Salford House residential home will also throw a party for their oldest resident.
CHAIRMAN Tom Herbert has lavished manager Rod Brown and his Bromsgrove Rovers players with praise after the club's best start to the season for four years. Rovers have enjoyed their best start to a campaign since 2002/2003 and top the Southern League
FORMER Kidderminster Harriers striker Mark Rawle could be in line as possible cover for Worcester City. Rawle, who scored three goals in 11 appearances for the Aggborough club last year, played in a 3-0 victory for City's reserves against AFC Telford
Review: Marlon Brando's Corset at the Festival Theatre, Malvern, until Saturday. DON'T ask me what the title means - but if Les Dennis is wearing it then he wears it well. This is a fine comedy in which he was excellent. It's full of wit - with a really
The Roman Catholic Archbishop of Birmingham has added his weight to the anger over hospital chaplains by condemning health officials. The Most Reverend Vincent Nichols called on Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust to reverse its proposals to make
BROMSGROVE Sailing Club welcomed teams from all over Great Britain for the National Enterprise Under-21 Youth Championships over the weekend. Sixteen competitors and their crews competed on Upper Bittell Reservoir in a four race series. Reigning champions
GREAT Britain's Gemma Millward defied the odds to win two silver medals at World Masters Synchronised Swimming Championships. The 24-year-old, who works for Rubery's My First Day Nursery, was part of a trio that won a silver and an eight strong team,
THE 45th season opens on Saturday, October 7 with a recital by pianist Varvara Lloyd-Maggs. She won her first concerto competition at the age of eight in her native St Petersburgh and went on to win many more first prizes. After graduating from St Petersburgh's
LAST season it was decided to end with a members' concert singing madrigals and excerpts from Fluck's Orpheus. This proved to be a satisfying way to round off the summer session and was enjoyed by all. Choir members should note that rehearsals begin today
AT the recent AGM the club elected Eric Saunders as chairman and also Mary Allen as a life member in recognition of all her work since the club was first formed. The secretary stated that a new programme of entertainment and events would be available
GOVERNMENT proposals to increase employee holidays will be costly for small companies, a business meeting in Worcester was told. Business owners and members of the Forum of Private Business (FPB) met with senior officials from the Department of Trade
BROMSGROVE is in danger of becoming an affluent retirement village for the better off with lower paid workers having to commute from outside the district where houses are cheaper. That's the warning in a new report published by the leader of the district
BROMSGROVE'S MP Julie Kirkbride donned her walking boots when she joined 30 parishioners on a walk around the public footpaths of the parish of Bentley and Pauncefoot. She joined the walk to get a better understanding of the work of the parish footpath
BROMSGROVE'S final summer street theatre event went out with a bang last week. Throughout August, every Wednesday was fun packed with activities, shows and entertainment at the Recreation Ground. As well as headline acts, parents and children enjoyed
PATIENTS and visitors travelling to and from hospitals in the county face changes to bus services in the coming weeks. Service 303, operated by First, will now only travel between Kidderminster Hospital and Worcester bus station. Passengers wanting to
A GARDEN sculpture trail has been launched at a local tourist attraction which the owners hope will become an annual event. The trail - featuring more than 25 pieces by known local artists and crafts people - is based around the Jinney Ring Craft Centre's
THE match between Astwood Bank and Alvechurch Wanderers was played in almost tropical heat. Both teams were well represented. Alvechurch won choice of ends and played with a slight breeze and the sun on their backs. Soon after starting, the Wanderers
Wednesday, September 6 Wallop Mrs Cox, Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham. Until September 10. Tickets on www.getlive.co.uk/birmingham or 0870 607 7533 The History Boys, Repertory Theatre, Birmingham. Until September 16. Tickets on www.birmingham-rep.co.uk
HEALTH chiefs should be told of the need for a new Evesham hospital, Wychavon district councillors say. Liberal Democrat councillors have tabled a motion for Wychavon's meeting on Tuesday, September 12, proposing that an approach is made to the new Worcestershire
STUDENTS are being urged to sign up to a new service that will remind them to buy a TV licence at the start of term. According to the latest research conducted by the TV Licensing agency, almost a quarter (24 per cent) of the students questioned said
A COMMITTEE set up to deal with the ongoing problem of excluded pupils has taken the first step in an effort to improve the situation in county schools. The county council's managing exclusions scrutiny task group is set to embark on a fact-finding exercise
WET washing caused by the temperamental British weather could soon be a thing of the past if a Malvern innovator's inspirational new product comes to fruition. Fifty-five-year-old Malcolm Victory, owner of innovation company 1% Studio in Malvern's Wells
A FUND set up in memory of a teenage motorcyclist, who was killed doing the sport he loved, has raised more than £30,000 by the first anniversary of his death. Fourteen-year-old Chris Jones, who regularly featured in the Advertiser sports pages, was injured
A NEW football team set up to give teenagers from Ronkswood, Worcester, something to do will kick off their new season this weekend. Community support officer Ben Groves, who helped set up Ronkswood Youth FC Under 15s and is also club chairman, said the
A RARE railway poster from Droitwich Spa could set a world record when it is auctioned at Christies in London next month. The 1920s example, promoting the town and in particular its brine baths, is expected to fetch up to £900. The 40 inches by 25 inches
A LITTLE boy from Droitwich Spa is distraught because his favourite teddy went missing after it took part in a parachute jump off Pershore Abbey. Three-year-old Charlie Robinson, of Hanbury Park, was enjoying a day out when his teddy bear, Billy, was
THE final production of the first season at Malvern's Coach House Theatre opens tonight. Malvern Theatre Players present My Mother Said I Never Should at the Grange Road venue. The play, which runs until Saturday, is about four generations of women across
Droitwich Spa 230-3 Bewdley 171 all out Droitwich won by 59 runs CAPTAIN Paul Bryan produced an impressive batting display to power his side to a convincing victory over Bewdley on Saturday. Bryan's 92 not out off 95 balls gave his side the impetus to
MATT Mason has been rewarded for his bowling bonanza during August with Worcestershire's Rock Lobster player-of-the-month award. The accolade was presented during the County Championship clash with Essex. Mason has impressed everyone with the ball over
Bromsgrove 107 all out Water Orton 76-9 Bromsgrove draw with Water Orton BROMSGROVE'S momentum in the Birmingham and District League Division One was stalled as they were kept to a draw by Water Orton in a rain hit match on Saturday. The Boars had been
CHADDESLEY Corbett fell foul of the rain as they suffered a losing draw at the hands of Alvechurch and Hopwood in the Worcestershire League Division One on Saturday. Corbett made 218-9, with Mark Edward (50) and Kevin Trusswell (57) getting amongst the
Berkswell 186 all out Ombersley 114-6 Ombersley obtain a winning draw. OMBERSLEY grabbed some vital points in their battle to stay in the Birmingham and District League Division Three in a rain hit match on Saturday. The draw means the side took a big
THE autumn season at Kingsley Theatre kicks off next Friday with a charity show. Tribute to African Children will see reggae artist Neville Brown join forces with local musicians and a host of other performers will take to the stage to raise cash for
Droitwich Spa 28 Stourbridge Lions 12 DROITWICH warmed up for the new season by taming Stourbridge Lions in a friendly game at the Glynn Mitchell Memorial Ground on Saturday. Spa came from behind to win the game that was affected by gale force winds.
CAPTAIN Lee Wainright wants his new look Bromsgrove RFC side to give former coach David Wilkinson a hot reception in this Saturday's opening fixture in the Midlands Division Two West at Finstall Park. Wilkinson, who left the club mid-way through last
HEAD coach Dan Protherough believes that Droitwich RFC are set for a good season - if the players stay fit. Droitwich begin the Midlands Division Four West (South) with a testing trip to Evesham this Saturday (3pm start). Protherough, who joined the club
IF Redditch are going to fall into the Worcestershire County League it appears they will go down fighting if Saturday's win over relegated Worcester is any indication. Faced with the prospect of having relegation confirmed, Nev Mason's side refused to
BUILDBASE duo John Laverty and Tristan Palmer set the pace at Cadwell Park, giving the Redditch team a one-two on the grid at the weekend only to both crash out before the finish. Palmer (pictured) showed his class to qualify in pole for round 11 of the
FORMER Redditch United defender Andy Smith is set to make a dramatic return to Studley. The experienced right back had been part of the coaching staff last season before switching to Midland Alliance rivals Malvern. The summer saw Smith head to Southern
IT took a half-time rocket from manager Micky Moore to help Birmingham City Ladies come from behind to beat newly-promoted Blackburn on Sunday. After a torrid first half the visitors found themselves trailing and the manager was not amused. "I wouldn't
THE recent outburst from the Islamic followers in this country, namely that we should alter our foreign policy, is a direct threat to the people of this country, as it was also followed up by the statement that, if we don't comply, then more people will
IN the last three and a half years I have been fortunate to have three wonderful children - all delivered in the safe hands of staff at Alexandra Hospital. The care and attention given by the hospital staff was excellent and we are lucky to have this
IT was ironic that the letter from Councillor Richard Morris imploring Droitwich folk to view the model of the proposed new development on the former Saab garage site, should appear the day after I visited the Community Contact Centre to do just that.
REDDITCH VC had a sobering start to the season with a wind-assisted 4-0 defeat at home to Kidderminster Harriers Reserves on Sunday. The hosts were floored by three goals in the first 20 minutes to trail by four at the break. But with VC hitting the woodwork
UNTIL I read Mrs Prosser's letter in Your View on August 23 I honestly thought I was the only one in Bromsgrove who thought the majority of drivers on our roads were selfish, arrogant and dangerously conceited. Charford Road is another prime example of
I AM writing to say what a waste of time it is for Droitwich MP Peter Luff to campaign to get noise levels reduced on the M5 motorway. I live right beside the motorway and have no problem with noise. These people should not have brought their properties
Bromsgrove Rovers 2 Eastwood Town 0 FA Cup preliminary round replay TWO second half goals saw off a powerful Eastwood Town side as Bromsgrove Rovers booked their place in the first qualifying round of the FA Cup at the Victoria Ground on Tuesday night
Droitwich Spa 0 Wernley Athletic 1 DROITWICH were caught out by a late goal when they were edged out by a strong Wernley Athletic side in the Midland Combination Division Two on Saturday. Spa had battled hard to keep big spending Wernley at bay but they
Fairfield Villa 1 Heather Athletic 3 JOINT manager Paul Oakes pin-pointed two reasons why Fairfield lost this hard fought match in the Midland Combination Division One - strong winds and himself! Oakes felt that powerful winds which had ripped across
Pershore Town Ladies 0 Droitwich Spa Ladies 6 DROITWICH made an emphatic start with a victory that propelled them to the top of the Kidderminster County League on Sunday. Rebecca Meredith opened the scoring in the 22nd minute when she fired the ball in
A GROUP of Studley students have joined the celebration season after passing qualifications with Connexions. Over the last 12 months, 15 people have gained qualifications in literacy, numeracy, information technology, youth studies and business administration
IT was ironic that the letter from Councillor Richard Morris imploring Droitwich folk to view the model of the proposed new development on the former Saab garage site, should appear the day after I visited the Community Contact Centre to do just that.
SIR - Homeless people have a barbecue, enjoy a bonfire, and eat - whatever next? They'll be demanding somewhere to live before you know it. If you are worried about the impression tourists get of this city, then I would suggest before targeting the homeless
REDDITCH children were recently able to visit two of their favourite cheese-loving characters in the Kingfisher Centre. Managers had to stock up on Wendsleydale and keep a close eye out for Were Rabbits when Wallace and his canine sidekick Gromit paid
SIR - A recent survey by Age Concern suggests nine out of 10 nurses don't have time for their patients during meal times. At a time when the elderly require tender loving care, how many suffer from malnutrition in hospital? I was a carer for more than
I AM writing to say what a waste of time it is for Droitwich MP Peter Luff to campaign to get noise levels reduced on the M5 motorway. I live right beside the motorway and have no problem with noise. These people should not have brought their properties
SIR - In answer to Mark Starr, over the issues of the British supermarkets and the British car industry, the gentleman keeps on moving the goalpost and bringing more contentious issues into the argument. Mr Starr conveniently side-stepped the fact that
LIVE music and a specially cooked meal were just some of the treats in store for an Alvechurch pensioner celebrating her 100th birthday. Florence Fields, the oldest resident at Grosvenor House in Coopers Hill was thrown a lavish party by family, friends
SIR - The Test Match ball-tampering episode and umpire Darrell Harris' apparent financial ambitions will have had a negative effect on cricket. However, the importance of cricket is relatively slight. International relations are infinitely more important
WHEN Georgia Bristow put on her brand new school uniform for the first time this morning she was simultaneously going through a ritual with hundreds of other youngsters across Worcestershire. We've all been there... the clothes might have had that 'new
FAMILIES can turn up and make a wish when Redditch's second SureStart children's centre is launched in Lodge Park this month. People can attend Oak Hill First School on Thursday, September 21 from 2-6.30pm and pin their hopes for the new centre on a dream
STAFF at Homebase in Hylton Road, Worcester, have been fund-raising for St Richard's Hospice. Over the past year, they have raised £2,390 through a range of events organised by charity co-ordinator Jean Marshall, including raffles, sales and a staff car
FILM fans in Studley will soon be in for some treats on the big screen. Studley Film Club's second season is about to start and new members are being sought to enjoy a vast genre of films. Membership costs £5 per year and entitles them to buy four tickets
A BROMSGROVE rambling group will be staging two walks this month. Fairfield Ramblers will be holding a walk beginning from Worcester Racecourse car park on Saturday September 16 from 10.15am. Another walk begins at The Black Horse pub in Manor Way, Halesowen
A FAMILY fun day organised by Bromsgrove and District Farmers Club is being held on Sunday. The event takes place at The Durrance Corner, Berry Lane on the A448 between Dodford and Chaddesley Corbett. Activities include clay pigeon shooting, a tug of
BRUCE Springsteen has confirmed another round of UK shows. These follow the success of his mini-tour earlier this spring and he'll be performing a much anticipated concert at the NEC Arena on Thursday, November 9. Tickets priced £50 plus booking and transaction
