A HEROIN addict resorted to a spate of "nuisance" thefts to fund a four-year habit after losing his job earlier this year. David Bridges, who began stealing when he could no longer afford the fixes on which he depended, appeared at Droitwich Magistrates
A RISE in the number of reported crimes in the Worcester police division has been put down to the opening of the new city station. Almost 2,500 extra crimes have been recorded by the division in the last 12 months, taking the total to 11,732. At a meeting
A COMPANY director accidentally killed himself by tying a ligature around his neck, an inquest heard. Christopher Perry, aged 29, was found dead in his bedroom by his partner Elaine Ingrams on September 9 with a ligature around his neck, the inquest at
AN organisation is being set up to keep Warndon youngsters off the streets and out of trouble. At a meeting organised by Lyppard Grange Community Centre, county, city and parish councillors met with youth service workers to see how to develop new facilities
As the BBC' s annual charity fundraiser Children In Need approaches, This Is Essex is lending a helping hand. This Is Essex (www.thisisessex.co.uk) is supporting BBC Radio 2 disc jockey and TV favourite Terry Wogan in his bid to raise money for this year's
A 66-year-old who had worked with asbestos in his career died as a result of coming into contact with the substance, an inquest was told. Gordon Maiden died at Kidderminster General Hospital on Sunday, November 4, the inquest at Stourbridge County Court
A MAJOR overhaul of energy conservation and waste production at Mal-vern Hills Outdoor Centre has been rewarded with its national recognition as an eco-centre. Staff have been working hard for months to reduce the amount of energy and water used and find
UP to 2,000 people in Evesham could be celebrating if plans for a new NHS dental surgery are given the go-ahead. Pratyush Mahaptra has applied to Wychavon District Council for permission to convert offices in Port Street into a surgery. If he is given
A LONELY resident at Danemere Petotel is looking for a loving partner to take him under her wing. Gulliver the duck thought life was plain sailing until his partner died in September, leaving the poor bird high and dry in the love stakes. The white and
A DISABLED 80-year-old woman trapped in her smoke-filled Cookley bungalow after two pans of oil overheated was rescued by firefighters. A smoke alarm at the home of the wheelchair-bound woman was triggered by thick smoke from the pans which had been left
Position: Fly half. Age: 31. Previous clubs: Bristol, West Hartlepool. Was brought to Sixways in November as cover for Craig Chalmers and Tony Yapp. The New Zealander enjoyed successful spells in the Premiership with Bristol and at Worcester's level with
Position: Lock. Age: 32. Previous clubs: Gloucester. The former England international was voted player of last season and was a model of consistency. Will once again be a vital figure in the line-outs.
STOURPORT Swifts' 6-2 defeat at Gresley Rovers at the weekend has acted as a timely wake-up call, according to defender Quentin Townsend, ahead of their Dr Martens League Cup clash with Redditch United tonight (7.45). The Walshes Meadow side had returned
Worcestershire reached the third round of the FA County Youth Cup with a hard-earned 2-1 win over Somerset at Aggborough. The first chance fell to Somerset, centre-forward Neil Graydon shooting just wide. The hosts responded when Dale James saw a shot
VIRGIN Sports maintained their Worcester and District Football League Sunday Division Four title challenge with a 6-0 win against RM Deers Leap. Dave Collins netted five times with Tim Richings also on target as Sports recorded their fifth successive
Position: Winger. Age: 24. Previous clubs: Wests (Brisbane). Aussie Garrard came to Sixways as an early summer signing and is rated highly by former coach Skeggs. Tall and quick, he will provide quality cover.
Position: Prop. Age: 27. Previous clubs: Bath, Bristol, Pontypridd. Collins was often used as a replacement last season but proved to be a force to be reckoned with in the pack. Will once again be a squad player this year.
Sateki Tuipulotu (Tonga), * Ben Hinshelwood, # Alistair Murdoch (Australia), * Chris Garrard, *# Winston Stanley (Canada), * Duncan Roke, Scott Barrow, * Chris Yates, Greg Meredith, Tony Yapp, *# Craig Chalmers (Scotland and British Lions), *# Richard
DEFEAT against Dr Martens Western strugglers Swindon Supermarine on Saturday proved the final straw for Redditch player-manager Nicky Cross this week. After a meeting with chairman Rod Laight on Monday afternoon the former West Brom ace parted with the
THE reason for the "fuss" over ID cards is that their proponents, like Mr Alcock (You Say, November 3), have not, as he admits, thought through all their implications. ID cards were last issued in the UK as a security measure during The Second World War
THE saga of Labour spin-doctor Jo Moore shows how cynical this Labour government is. She monstrously urged colleagues to take advantage of the September 11 attacks on America to bring news of Government failures - at a time when thousands were dying in
SATURDAY'S front page (Evening News, November 3) article on npower company initiative to "get people out of their cars" reminded me of a recent job interview I attended. Having arrived punctually, I was kept waiting. Eventually, the interviewer arrived
EVESHAM Ladies Lifeboat Guild is holding a coffee morning at the Evesham Hotel, Coopers Lane, from 10.30am to noon on November 24. Admission costs £1 and will include coffee, and there will be RNLI goods stall, raffle, tombola and other stalls.
Monday, November 12, 2001 MANAGER John Barton's Worcester City banished the blues last night with a bright and breezy start to their defence of the Dr Martens League Cup. After a depressing run of form Barton revamped his injury-hit side to play a 4-3
A WORCESTERSHIRE web design company is celebrating its fifth birthday with the news that it has won a number of industry awards. Hughes Media, based at Orleton, near Stanford Bridge, has won the Critics Choice Award and the Historic and Cultural Heritage
A STRATEGY to save the future of agriculture across the two counties is being unveiled at a conference on Thursday. The conference, which has been organised jointly by the NFU, CLA and DEFRA as part of the Winning Ways series, is being held at the Three
BASEBALL bat-wielding youths are running amok in a Malvern park, smashing windows and creating a climate of fear. Private security guards hired by the town's Community Safety Partnership are the only factor preventing Priory Park from becoming "a war
A WORCESTER charity that helps crisis-hit farmers has defended its decision to send a £20 voucher to an agricultural worker laid off in the wake of the foot-and-mouth epidemic. Former farm worker Peter Clarke says he was "insulted" by the voucher sent
CLOSE-knit villagers say they are pleased millionaire fashion designer Stella McCartney has bought a farm near their homes, but they fear her anti-fox hunting views will not be welcomed by some. People living in Bishampton, near Pershore, believe the
A FORMER Nunnery Wood High School pupil arrested on charges of espionage has been remanded in Greek custody until Friday. Wayne Groves is part of a 12-strong group of British aviation enthusiasts arrested last Thursday on suspicion of taking photographs
AVID Evening News readers Andrew and Tracey James have scooped the top prize in the latest of the paper's big win competitions. The couple from St Peter's will now have their mortgage paid, up to a value of £3,000, for a whole year thanks to Birmingham
£4,200 cheque for the Acorns A FAMILY Fun Day resulted in a cheque for £4,200 being given to Acorns Children's Hospice. The Family Fun Day was to mark the 25th anniversary of the Perdiswell Young People's Leisure Club, which is used by almost 100 different
AUGUST 18 H Weymouth DML 3-3 (Owen 3, inc 2 pens) 21 A Kettering Town DML 1-4 (Owen) 25 A Ilkeston Town DML 2-1 (Stant, Heeley) 27 H Hinckley United 4-3 (Owen 2, inc 1 pen, Middleton, Burrow) SEPTEMBER 01 A Newport IOW DML 1-1 (Owen) 03 H Moor Green DML
WITH the fall of Kabul, as Christmas lights start twinkling around the two counties, the temptation is for us to retreat to the comforts of home and let minds drift from events of the past eight weeks. It would be easy to do. Let's witness the scenes
WORCESTER Rugby Club have calmed a potential row over their RFU Senior Cup fifth round tie by settling for a Saturday date. Opponents Rotherham had insisted the tie be played on Saturday, November 24 because of reservations over Sunday fixtures. Worcester
MANAGER John Barton's Worcester City banished the blues last night with a bright and breezy start to their defence of the Dr Martens League Cup. After a depressing run of form Barton revamped his injury-hit side to play a 4-3-3 formation and reaped the
SUSPENSION has ruled combative midfielder Scott Goodwin out of Hereford United's home FA Cup clash with Wrexham -- but caretaker boss Phil Robinson has insisted the player should not change his style. Goodwin, who was sent off against Doncaster on Saturday
WORCESTER Rugby Club have calmed a potential row over their RFU Senior Cup fifth round tie by settling for a Saturday date. Opponents Rotherham had insisted the tie be played on Saturday, November 24 because of reservations over Sunday fixtures. Worcester
Position: Flanker. Age: 23. Previous clubs: Durban, Harlequins. Signed with one eye on the future but will provide good back-up to Kingsley Jones, Ben Clarke, Nathan Carter and academy star Tom Warren.
EVESHAM United go through to the second round of the Dr Martens Cup after last night's 3-1 win against Dr Martens League Premier Division side Hednesford Town at Keys Park. With a gale force wind at their backs, United deservedly took an 11th minute lead
NORTH Midlands Under 20 flanker Neil Mason has been selected to play for a combined Midlands and North U21 XV against France East at Broadstreet Rugby Club, Coventry tomorrow. The Worcester blindside impressed the selectors with his performance during
Position: Number eight. Age: 30. Previous clubs: Bristol, Exeter, Newcastle. Jenner returns to Sixways after a season with the Falcons. Will give an extra try scoring threat with his powerful running.
MR Birtwhistle (You Say, November 2) makes a valid point regarding the Quayhead Millennium Project and the question of raising levels in the flood plain. The new paving on average, is about 180mm (seven inches) above existing levels, making a total of
AFTER seeing the skips at Shap Drive, I do hope those councillors in support of this scheme will not jump to any hasty conclusions about its success without waiting to see how the "kerbside collection" service fairs. It is true that the residents who
BASEMENT boys Swindon Supermarine dealt a blow to Nicky Cross' managerial hopes with two crushing goals in the last ten minutes. United threw off their sluggish form of recent weeks, rolled up their sleeves and created chances. But once again they could
Police found a pipe bomb and drugs after they stopped a car in Redditch, Worcester Crown Court was told. Michael Brown, aged 40, of Daybrook Close, Brockhill, was remanded in custody after pleading not guilty to having an explosive substance. He also
WORKERS at MG Rover have been stood down after a supplier failed to deliver a consignment of gearboxes. Around 1,000 assembly workers and paint shop staff at the Longbridge plant in Birmingham were told there was no work for them. The production of Rover
A YOUNG Evesham businessman is taking on the big boys with a new product in the young peoples' alcoholic drinks market. Adam Weaver, aged 21, his partners Martin Owens, 25, and Gavin Hookhan, 26, have set up Clubbinuk, a company which provides a vodka-based
