Archive - Monday, 22 October 2018

Worcester-based author releases horror novel The Chronicle of Flesh
AN author based in Worcester has released his debut horror novel, The Chronicle of Flesh.
EDITOR'S VIEW: City centre KFC decision was tough
OVER the weekend the Worcester News covered the story on the planning committee decision to reject a new city KFC, but accept a restaurant nearby.
Man arrested following fatal collision in Hartlebury
POLICE are appealing for information on an RTC after a cyclist has died.
PICTURES: Cradley Town 0 Malvern Town 2
CO-MANAGER Dene Whittal-Williams was a happy man after seeing Malvern Town get straight back into winning ways at Cradley Town.
From The Archive
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Grant to encourage people with illnesses to watch Warriors games
WORCESTER Warriors have received a funding boost as part of its drive to encourage people with illnesses such as dementia to attend home games.
Praise for city care home’s staff
A CARE home in Worcester has been dubbed outstanding by the Care Quality Commission.
Big draw festival: Learn how to draw Halloween ghosts and ghouls at Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum
THOSE of a nervous disposition would be well advised to give Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum a wide berth on Wednesday, October 31, because the place will be alive with ghosts, witches, black cats and all the other miscellany of Halloween.
One cyclist dies and another injured after incident involving HGV
ONE cyclist has died and another has been injured after an incident involving an HGV.
November at the Market Theatre
THE Market Theatre in Ledbury has announced its November programme, and what a busy programme it is.
Folk to make the gargoyles dance
THEY are high octane stuff with a funny name, even for a folk band, but the good news is, Sheelanagig has a date at The Cube in Malvern.
Offender pushed man out of the way in bid to steal from cashpoint at Worcester station
Police are appealing for information after an offender pushed a man out of the way at a cash point and tried to steal his cash.
Man sentenced to five years in prison for running county line
Remayo Sterling, aged 24 from Tipton has today been sentenced to five years in prison for running a county line into Worcester, he was driving a stolen vehicle. A significant amount of Class A drugs and a lock knife was recovered from the vehicle.
Wins for Raiders and Spa ahead of big league derby
TOP two Droitwich Spa and Worcester Raiders are ready for a battle royale after continuing their winning runs at the weekend.
Sculptor's recycled piranha set to feature in major London exhibition
A WORK by local sculptor Jacob Rock is appearing at an exhibition on a leading London gallery.
Worcestershire players in contract boost
FIVE Worcestershire players have extended their deals or signed new contracts.
BUSINESS LAW: Concrete results for all to see in commercial property
As I deal with such a wide range of people, from those who are just dipping their toe in the commercial property market for the first time to experienced property developers, my work is full of variety.
Date now set for Tom Jones' inquest and plan for Facebook group revealed
THE inquest hearing into the death of Tom Jones has been set for January 22, next year, at Worcestershire Coroner's Court in Stourport.
World championship golds for club trio
THREE martial arts competitors from Worcester and Kempsey clubs have been crowned world champions.
Fossils reflect on busy season of cricket
WORCESTERSHIRE veterans team Fossils have finished their 24th season with 11 wins, eight draws and 14 defeats.
Two clergymen row the river to support Christian retreat centre
TWO clergymen from Evesham, Bishop Robert Paterson and the Revd Ian Spencer, have been rowing up the River Severn to raise money for retreat house, Holland House, where Revd Ian is the warden.
Worcestershire ace on losing side in Afghanistan Premier League final
WORCESTERSHIRE all-rounder Wayne Parnell impressed with the ball but finished on the losing side in the Afghanistan Premier League final in Sharjah.
PICTURES: Worcester Sunday League - Northside edge out Arrow
NORTHSIDE'S Stuart Greaves helped his side up to fifth in the McDonald's Worcester and District League Sunday Premier Division with the only goal in a win over Arrow.
PICTURES: Warriors' fans at Sixways for victory over Ospreys
CAN you spot yourself at Sixways as Worcester Warriors' fans watch their side beat Ospreys 27-21 in the European Challenge Cup?
Missing Worcestershire woman's car may have been seen
A CAR belonging to a missing Worcestershire woman may have been sighted in Wales, police have reported.
Funding available to Worcestershire firms
FUNDING is now available for Worcestershire businesses that are ready to grow, to significantly expand their operations.
Improved rebounding can't save Wolves
WORCESTER Wolves fell to their second defeat of the weekend when losing out 99-86 at Surrey Scorchers in the British Basketball League.
Wise Owl Toys up for coveted national award
A WORCESTER educational toy shop, which also has a specialist left hand section, has made the final shortlist in a national competition.
Curfew for rapist who met with girl in Hereford
A TEENAGER who raped a 13-year-old girl was seen walking with another schoolgirl who had no idea of his conviction.
Lurcher puppy Eric needs a new home with a play mate
A PLAY mate is needed for a rescue dog hoping for a loving new home.
Worcester man drove into bailiff who was repossessing his BMW
A 47-YEAR-OLD Worcester man has been given another chance by a judge, after seriously injuring a bailiff when he reversed his BMW and hit him.
Homeless hostel celebrates one year of therapy garden
A THERAPY garden has been offering residents at a homeless hostel a safe place to relax for a year.
FAIR POINT: Respect People's Vote protest, if you agree with them or not
AT the weekend thousands descended on the capital to take part in the People’s Vote march, including coaches from Worcester.
Lucky winner has portrait painted for Croome Court exhibition
A LUCKY visitor to Croome Court near Worcester had the chance to have her portrait painted.
Ex-hooker Williams proving to be an “outstanding” flanker
MATTI Williams’ days in the front row appear to be behind him after proving to be an “outstanding” flanker in the eyes of head coach Rory Duncan.
CHAPLAIN'S BLOG: Things are better now but the pain never goes away
The event a couple of Saturdays ago is still on my mind. It was our annual Baby Loss Memorial Ceremony at St Peter’s Baptist Church.
'Exceptional' activities leader nominated for award
A MEMBER of staff at a care home could win an award for her work.
Medical practice officer given prison warning over fake solicitor claims
A MEDICAL practice’s data protection officer (DPO) has been warned to stop falsely claiming to be a qualified solicitor or he could face prison.
WATCH: CROSS OR SHOT? Worcester City's Jordan Harrison on his Ilkeston strike
JORDAN Harrison brought us no closer to the truth over the “champagne” moment that wowed Worcester City’s crowd on Saturday.
More five-year-olds in Worcestershire doing well at school
More five-year-olds in Worcestershire achieved a good level of development in 2018, according to standards set by the Department for Education.
Patrick Terence Whelan
WHELAN Patrick Terence Patrick was well known as the "Gentleman Kitchen Fitter" and over 30 years fitted thousands of In-toto kitchens in the Worcester area. Passed away peacefully on October 3rd, 2018, aged 75 years. Beloved Husband of Yvonne. Loving…
Beryl Wood
WOOD Beryl Gareth, Alison, Dave, Steve and Families would like to thank all Relatives, Friends and Neighbours for their kindness, numerous messages and generous donations to Sight Concern. Grateful thanks to all the Carers and Medical Staff for their…
Mystery surrounds Homebase's new application
A COUNCILLOR tweeted about the mystery of the fate of a popular home improvement retailers store, hinting that it could be set to close.

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Worcester-based author releases horror novel The Chronicle of Flesh

EDITOR'S VIEW: City centre KFC decision was tough

Man arrested following fatal collision in Hartlebury

PICTURES: Cradley Town 0 Malvern Town 2

From The Archive

Grant to encourage people with illnesses to watch Warriors games

Praise for city care home’s staff

Big draw festival: Learn how to draw Halloween ghosts and ghouls at Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum

One cyclist dies and another injured after incident involving HGV

November at the Market Theatre

Folk to make the gargoyles dance

Offender pushed man out of the way in bid to steal from cashpoint at Worcester station

Man sentenced to five years in prison for running county line

Wins for Raiders and Spa ahead of big league derby

Sculptor's recycled piranha set to feature in major London exhibition

Worcestershire players in contract boost

BUSINESS LAW: Concrete results for all to see in commercial property

Date now set for Tom Jones' inquest and plan for Facebook group revealed

World championship golds for club trio

Fossils reflect on busy season of cricket

Two clergymen row the river to support Christian retreat centre

Worcestershire ace on losing side in Afghanistan Premier League final

PICTURES: Worcester Sunday League - Northside edge out Arrow

PICTURES: Warriors' fans at Sixways for victory over Ospreys

Missing Worcestershire woman's car may have been seen

Funding available to Worcestershire firms

Improved rebounding can't save Wolves

Wise Owl Toys up for coveted national award

Curfew for rapist who met with girl in Hereford

Lurcher puppy Eric needs a new home with a play mate

Worcester man drove into bailiff who was repossessing his BMW

Homeless hostel celebrates one year of therapy garden

FAIR POINT: Respect People's Vote protest, if you agree with them or not

Lucky winner has portrait painted for Croome Court exhibition

Ex-hooker Williams proving to be an “outstanding” flanker

CHAPLAIN'S BLOG: Things are better now but the pain never goes away

'Exceptional' activities leader nominated for award

Medical practice officer given prison warning over fake solicitor claims

WATCH: CROSS OR SHOT? Worcester City's Jordan Harrison on his Ilkeston strike

More five-year-olds in Worcestershire doing well at school

Patrick Terence Whelan

Beryl Wood

Mystery surrounds Homebase's new application