Archive - Wednesday, 19 September 2018

Full English saves City's bacon
DEFENDER Luke English struck twice in added time to salvage a 2-2 draw for Worcester City in a sensational finale against Quorn.
Hickory's is new Worcester Wolves' sponsors
WORCESTER Wolves has new sponsors - the newly opened Hickory's Smokehouse.
Transport firm donates van to Worcester Street Cafe
A HAULAGE company has donated a service van to a street café so it can more easily transport food and other donations for rough sleepers.
PUSH BIKE! Chance to test yourself on hill challenge before Shelsley Walsh national event
Shelsley Walsh is the oldest motorsport venue in the world. The Midlands Automobile Club first stated using the 1,000 yard 1-in-6 track in 1905.
EDITOR'S VIEW: New burglary figures show how much funding cuts have hurt police
IF your home is burgled in this area, there's just a 20 per cent chance the police will catch the culprit.
Stars secure a key player for next season
ATTACKING star Maryka Holtzhausen says the “possibilities are endless” for Severn Stars in 2019 as she confirmed her return for a second season.
Worcestershire on the brink of relegation at Essex
WORCESTERSHIRE face a quick return to Specsavers County Championship Division Two after leaving themselves with a mountain to climb at Essex.
Mayor joins Worcester Snoezelen staff to cut birthday cake for 25th anniversary
CITY mayor Jabba Riaz joined staff at Worcester Snoezelen to cut a special cake marking the centre’s 25th birthday.
Heem in race to be fit for Tigers trip as Te'o nears return
EXPLOSIVE backs Bryce Heem and Ben Te’o could be in the mix for selection as winless Worcester Warriors look ahead to Sunday’s Premiership tussle with Leicester Tigers at Welford Road (3pm).
EDITOR'S VIEW: We can't ignore the issues at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, but we can praise the staff – so tell us your positive stories
WE all want our NHS to succeed – we want to be able to tell stories about the great care that we, or a friend or relative, received at Worcestershire Royal Hospital.
First seniors success for Bransford's David
DAVID Hunt won his first seniors medal at Bransford Golf Club after shooting September’s lowest gross score.
VIDEO: Burglars scratch expletive into manager's vehicle in smash-and-grab raid
MASKED burglars scratched an expletive into a manager’s pick-up truck as part of a smash-and-grab raid.
Pershore mother crashed car into house after drinking from bottle after argument
A MOTHER got behind the wheel while she was twice the drink-drive limit and crashed into a door of a house on her street.
Roald Dahl day fun at Malvern St James
PUPILS got dressed up to enjoy a day of Roald Dahl-themed lessons.
Rocker Robert writes for the Abbey
AN extraordinary event is set to take place in Tewkesbury Abbey this Saturday, (September 22).
Dire Streets at a respectable Hall
PERHAPS the closest thing to the Sultans of Swing, the Dire Straits tribute act, Dire Streets, will be in a very respectable location: at Worcester’s Huntingdon Hall, this Friday (September 21).
Music from the sharper end of rock
LET’S get straight to the point: Spear of Destiny have a gig in Worcester this weekend.
Self-published author to host event at Chestnut Inn on Friday
A SELF-PUBLISHED author is showcasing his new book with an event at the Chestnut Inn on Friday evening.
Worcester Sunday League: Early top-flight leading two draw 3-3
MCDONALD'S Worcester and District Football League Sunday Premier Division top two Oak Apple and Fernhill Heath Athletic drew 3-3.
Fortis headquarters goes on sale for £2.5m
THE Malvern headquarters of Fortis Living is being put up for sale at a guide price of £2.5 million.
Solomons: Premiership season is a "marathon, not a sprint"
DIRECTOR of rugby Alan Solomons stressed the Gallagher Premiership was “a marathon, not a sprint” after Worcester Warriors lost their opening three games.
Sharp's tribute to legacy of Rhodes and D'Oliveira
HEAD coach Kevin Sharp says the contributions of Steve Rhodes and Damian D’Oliveira in laying the foundations for Worcestershire’s current success “should never be forgotten”.
Worcestershire League seconds: Colley helps Stourport to top-flight title
STOURPORT were crowned Worcestershire Cricket League Second XI Division One champions with a 194-run win over Harborne.
Volunteers get muddy to clear out lake at Croome Court
STAFF and volunteers at Croome Court have been getting wet to help rid a lake on the estate of reeds.
Age UK study reveals hotspots for loneliness in Worcester
A STUDY highlighting the risk of loneliness for older people in the city has been released.
Worcester ladies' skittles scores
Results from the city skittles divisions.
It will take time for Wolves to gel, says new boss Shaw
NEW boss Ty Shaw admits it will “take time” for Worcester Wolves to gel this season but wants his players to play with a “smile” on their face.
'Sexsomniac' Christian Beard jailed for sexual activity with boy, aged 14
A 'SEXSOMNIAC' was 'wide awake' when he carried out a sex attack on a sleeping 14-year-old boy.
FAIR POINT: There should be no debate on holding leaders debates
A NEW campaign has been launched to solve the televised party leaders debates problem for good.
Ex-Warriors lock hit with four-week ban for "reckless" tackle
FORMER Worcester Warriors lock Will Spencer has been banned for four weeks after being sent off in Leicester Tigers’ defeat at Wasps on Sunday.
Tractor catches fire on Castlemorton Common
A TRACTOR belonging to Malvern Hills Trust was destroyed after catching fire.The incident happened at Eight Oaks on Castlemorton Common while trust staff were clearing scrub growth on Tuesday.
Worcester named happiest city in the UK
WORCESTER has been revealed as the happiest city in the UK, according to a new report.
New forest school area for St Peter's Droitwich CE Academy
IT was an exciting start to the school year at St Peter’s Droitwich CE Academy, with the unveiling of the multifunctional space in the Early Years outdoor area.
Evesham United: Fifth straight win silences early-season doubters
NEW-look Evesham United's flying start has silenced some early-season doubters according to manager Paul Collicutt.
Crowds flock to Strensham open day and raise thousands for air ambulance
AN incredible £24,000 was raised at Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s annual open day at its Strensham airbase on Sunday.
Let's celebrate 70 years of help
Worcestershire County Councillors from across the political parties have signed a giant birthday to celebrate 70 years of adult social care.
'Coward' Kevin Bird recalled to prison to serve rest of sentence for kicking homeless man in the face in Worcester
A 'COWARDLY' man who kicked a homeless man in the face has been recalled to prison to serve the rest of his sentence after displaying 'poor behaviour'.
£5,000 fund created to help county's armed forces
A SCHEME to fund projects supporting members and veterans of the armed forces has received £5,000 from the city council.
More work needed to prevent obesity as report shows more than half of county's adults are overweight or obese
MORE needs to be done to prevent unhealthy living in Worcestershire as a report reveals more than half of the county’s adults are overweight or obese.
Patients being treated in 'viewing room' for dead bodies
A&E patients are being treated in a hospital room where relatives say goodbye to their dead loved ones - showing the city's overstretched Royal is still in crisis.
Malvern man 'tried to smother boy' in terrifying attack
A 47-YEAR-OLD man has been given a suspended jail sentence for child cruelty towards a boy.
Carer claims race marshals refused to let her through Worcester City Run road closures
A CARER has claimed Worcester City Run marshals refused to allow her and her colleagues to cut through road closures so they could help clients.
Hospital apologises to mum after 'disgusting' treatment
A HOSPITAL trust has apologised for a mum’s treatment at Worcestershire Royal after she was allegedly administered medication, including morphine, before she was given an identity band.
Researcher's plea over Battle of Keren in Second World War
ARE you a descendant of someone who fought in the Battle of Keren during the Second World War? If so, researchers want to speak to you.
GWR told to improve train service
RAIL operator Great Western has been told to focus on the needs of its customers using the Cotswold Line, which links Worcester, Malvern, Pershore and Evesham to Oxford and London.
Historic Worcester Guildhall to host its first wedding fair
THE historic Worcester Guildhall is set to host its first wedding fair.
Jim Smith
SMITH Jim Four years ago. The years may pass but still you stay, As near and dear as yesterday. Miss you so much. Wald, Kev, Gem, Laura and Ellie-May. xxxxxx
Dorothy Stokes
STOKES Dorothy Passed away peacefully on September 10th, 2018, aged 90 years. Beloved Wife of the late Ron and a much loved Mum, Grandma, Great Grandma, Sister, Aunty and Great Aunt Funeral Service to be held at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday,…
Josie Baldwin
BALDWIN Josie Passed away peacefully at home with her Family by her side on September 13th, 2018, aged 84 years. Loving Mam to Nigel and Julie, Lin and John, Sandy and Terry, John and Jeanette, Patsy and Colin and Colin and Sue. Also a much loved Nan…
Alison Parsonage (nee Hooper)
PARSONAGE (nee Hooper) Alison Aged 57 years of Catterick Village (formerly of Raindow Hill, Worcester) Passed away peacefully in Hospital on September 8th. Dearly loved Wife of David, much loved Mum of Mark. Funeral Service at St Anne's Church,…

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Full English saves City's bacon

Hickory's is new Worcester Wolves' sponsors

Transport firm donates van to Worcester Street Cafe

PUSH BIKE! Chance to test yourself on hill challenge before Shelsley Walsh national event

EDITOR'S VIEW: New burglary figures show how much funding cuts have hurt police

Stars secure a key player for next season

Worcestershire on the brink of relegation at Essex

Mayor joins Worcester Snoezelen staff to cut birthday cake for 25th anniversary

Heem in race to be fit for Tigers trip as Te'o nears return

EDITOR'S VIEW: We can't ignore the issues at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, but we can praise the staff – so tell us your positive stories

First seniors success for Bransford's David

VIDEO: Burglars scratch expletive into manager's vehicle in smash-and-grab raid

Pershore mother crashed car into house after drinking from bottle after argument

Roald Dahl day fun at Malvern St James

Rocker Robert writes for the Abbey

Dire Streets at a respectable Hall

Music from the sharper end of rock

Self-published author to host event at Chestnut Inn on Friday

Worcester Sunday League: Early top-flight leading two draw 3-3

Fortis headquarters goes on sale for £2.5m

Solomons: Premiership season is a "marathon, not a sprint"

Sharp's tribute to legacy of Rhodes and D'Oliveira

Worcestershire League seconds: Colley helps Stourport to top-flight title

Volunteers get muddy to clear out lake at Croome Court

Age UK study reveals hotspots for loneliness in Worcester

Worcester ladies' skittles scores

It will take time for Wolves to gel, says new boss Shaw

'Sexsomniac' Christian Beard jailed for sexual activity with boy, aged 14

FAIR POINT: There should be no debate on holding leaders debates

Ex-Warriors lock hit with four-week ban for "reckless" tackle

Tractor catches fire on Castlemorton Common

Worcester named happiest city in the UK

New forest school area for St Peter's Droitwich CE Academy

Evesham United: Fifth straight win silences early-season doubters

Crowds flock to Strensham open day and raise thousands for air ambulance

Let's celebrate 70 years of help

'Coward' Kevin Bird recalled to prison to serve rest of sentence for kicking homeless man in the face in Worcester

£5,000 fund created to help county's armed forces

More work needed to prevent obesity as report shows more than half of county's adults are overweight or obese

Patients being treated in 'viewing room' for dead bodies

Malvern man 'tried to smother boy' in terrifying attack

Carer claims race marshals refused to let her through Worcester City Run road closures

Hospital apologises to mum after 'disgusting' treatment

Researcher's plea over Battle of Keren in Second World War

GWR told to improve train service

Historic Worcester Guildhall to host its first wedding fair

Jim Smith

Dorothy Stokes

Josie Baldwin

Alison Parsonage (nee Hooper)