Archive - Thursday, 21 February 2019

Acid suspect tested it on himself before alleged Worcester attack on boy, three
AN alleged conspirator tested acid on his own hand before a boy was squirted with the corrosive liquid in a Worcester shop.
Solomons to avoid "knee-jerk" changes for Tigers battle
DIRECTOR of rugby Alan Solomons insists he will not make a “knee-jerk reaction” over selection for Worcester Warriors’ Gallagher Premiership clash with Leicester Tigers on Sunday (1pm).
MP defends himself over Universal Credit criticism
THE city's MP has defended himself in response to attacks over the impact Universal Credit has had on vulnerable local residents.
Worcestershire Charity Foundation marks its 15th anniversary
A county-wide charitable foundation has marked its 15th anniversary.
Alcoholic stole burgers because she was hungry
AN ALCOHOLIC stole burgers from a supermarket because she was hungry, a court heard.
Youngsters take cabaret show on tour of homes and churches
IT’S cabaret time in residential homes, at Women’s Institutes and for church congregations with entertainment by youngsters from WODYS - Worcester Operatic and Dramatic Society Youth Section.
Just who is and when was Orlando?
WHAT happens if you can travel in time and have the ability to change sex?
Worcestershire and Herefordshire reach championship final
HOLDERS Worcestershire and Herefordshire booked their Three Counties Championship final place with a 27-15 win over Greater Birmingham.
Talk on Worcester Porcelain held by collector
A TALK by an enthusiastic collector of Worcester Porcelain, Colin Millett will take place.
MP's View: Compromise is the only option in these times of great division
Nigel Huddleston, MP for Mid Worcestershire
Hockey: Worcester men beat Beeston
WORCESTER men's firsts surprised high-flying Beeston seconds with a 2-1 home win in Midland League Division One.
CHAMBER COLUMN: New Brexit seminar for business expo next month
There are now just two weeks to go until the doors at the Three Counties Showground open for the Chamber’s Spring Business Expo on Thursday, March, 7, sponsored by Hewett Recruitment.
Picture from the past: dredging the Avon in 1977
TODAY'S picture from the archives of the Worcester News dates back to April 1977, when the Upper Avon Navigation Trust had to clear thick deposits of silt from Harvington lock. To get a digger into position to clear the mud, two barges were welded…
Council leader criticises Labour parliamentary candidate for saying bus drivers need to be more polite
THE leader of the city council has criticised a Labour parliamentary candidate for saying bus drivers need to be more polite.
Dad arrested for driving with child in car despite having no licence or insurance
A REFERRAL has been made to social services after a driver was caught giving their child a lift home from school without a licence or any insurance.
Harlequins hooker banned for van Velze incident
HARLEQUINS hooker Max Crumpton has been banned for three weeks after striking Worcester Warriors captain Gerrit-Jan van Velze’s head.
Bird's goal demands for Stars
SEVERN Stars head coach Sam Bird hopes her team can take advantage of defensive interceptions to score more goals at Strathclyde Sirens on Friday (7pm).
Worcester City target Reynolds agrees to play for Malvern
MALVERN Town say Worcester City target Dave Reynolds has agreed to play for them until the end of the season.
Warriors centre overlooked by England for Wales clash
CENTRE Ben Te’o has been overlooked for England’s Six Nations match against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday (4.45pm).
Behind the Business: Hewett Recruitment directors Laura Hewett and Ben Mannion
Laura Hewett and Ben Mannion, Directors at Hewett Recruitment, have been friends since they were children and say teamwork and friendship are key elements to business success.
Security company sponsors Opera Worcester production
OPERA Worcester has secured its second business sponsor for this year’s production.
Tom Gates Live on Stage
The world premiere of Tom Gates Live on Stage opened tonight (Wednesday) in Bristol.
Letter of the day: City missing out on potential
SIR – As an “ex-pat” I have never understood why the Faithful City has never utilised its historical assets to their full potential, as does York and Colchester etc.
Sale manager found asleep at wheel after post-conference drinks event
A SALES manager was found asleep at the wheel after attending a post-conference drinks event.
"We will miss him": Warriors captain fractures arm
CAPTAIN Gerrit-Jan van Velze has fractured his arm and director of rugby Alan Solomons said: “We will miss him a great deal.”
Mama explains why he stayed despite other Premiership interest
MARCO Mama said he had no doubts over extending his stay at Worcester Warriors despite revealing that he had attracted interest from other Gallagher Premiership clubs.
'Bouncing neighbours are invading my privacy' – pensioner
A PENSIONER claims his privacy is being invaded by the family next door because they have moved their trampoline close to his fence and can see into his garden.
Work on Southern Link road continues with removal of trees for new bridge
WORK on the latest phase of the Southern Link Road Development continues with trees being removed to make way for a new bridge and extra lanes.
Two takeaways facing council action over overflowing bins
TWO fast-food takeaways are facing council action in a row over rubbish overflowing from bins.
City councillor's pay to increase next year - but not as much as first thought
CITY councillor's pay will rise next year - but not as much as first thought.
Man dismayed after someone steals flowers for mum's grave at cemetery
A MAN was dismayed to find a bouquet of flowers to be placed on his mum’s grave for her birthday, were stolen from the cemetery less than an hour later.
Worcester News Baby of the Year contest begins for 2019
THE search is on to find the city's bonniest baby as the Worcester News' annual competition starts.
Worcester Gin Festival set for a welcome return this May
THE organisers of Worcester Gin Festival have said their event is returning in May, and have stressed they are not the same as another group that went out of business.
Car crashes into city bus shelter
A BUS shelter has been damaged in a crash.
Jeffrey Charles (Jeff) Bullock
BULLOCK Jeffrey Charles "Jeff" Passed away in hospital on February 1st, 2019, aged 79 years. Loved Uncle, Great Uncle and Great Great Uncle. Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday, February 27th at 12.15 p.m. No flowers by request please,…
Pearl Shuker
SHUKER (nee Challis) Pearl Passed away peacefully, on Saturday, February 2nd, 2019, at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, age 79. Loving Wife of the late Dennis, mother of Gary, Michael and the late Denise, Daughter in Law Lisa, devoted Nan to 7…
Patricia Heath
HEATH Patricia Passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 8th 2019, aged 74 years. A beloved Wife of Les and a much loved Mum of Rachel. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral Service will take place at St Martin with…
Vicki Green (née Mason)
GREEN (née Mason) Vicki Of Bevere, Worcester Passed away suddenly whilst on holiday in France on January 18th, 2019, aged 62 years. Much loved Wife of Pete. Service of Thanksgiving to be held at St Philip & St James Parish Church, Hallow, WR2 6PW…
Sidney George Jones
JONES Sidney George Passed away peacefully at Worcester Royal Hospital on January 27th, 2019, aged 84 Father to Mark, Father in Law to Kim, Grandfather to Amanda, Kelly and Craig and a loving Great Grandfather. Also a Brother to his late Sister Margaret…
Kathleen (Kate) Phillips
PHILLIPS Kathleen (Kate) of Callow End Passed away peacefully in Hospital on January 31st, 2019, aged 90 years. Now Reunited with Ron and much loved by all her Family and Friends. Funeral Service will take place at Worcester Crematorium on Thursday,…
Dorothy (Dot) Allan
ALLAN Dorothy (Dot) Passed away peacefully at home on January, 23rd 2019, aged 83 years. A Funeral Service will be held at Worcester Crematorium on March 1st, 2019 at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only please, donations if desired, for St Richard's Hospice…
Sam Hewlett
HEWLETT Sam Happy memories of Sam, passed away nine years today. Thoughts are always with you, Cath and Friends xxx
Arthur Haycock
HAYCOCK Arthur Passed away peacefully on January 22nd, aged 80 years. Loving Husband of Ivy. Funeral Service to take place at St Stephen's Church on Friday, March 1st at 11 a.m., followed by a Burial at Astwood Cemetery. Flowers welcome. Worcester…
YOUR SHOUT | "Gutted" Worcester City fans react to George Forsyth leaving
"GUTTED" Worcester City fans have wished well George Forsyth ahead of his imminent move to Stourbridge.
Warriors unveil new shirt for Tigers clash
WORCESTER Warriors have unveiled the new shirt that will be worn by the players in Sunday’s Gallagher Premiership match against Leicester Tigers at Sixways on Sunday (1pm).

20th February 2019