THE Sixways treatment room looks set to be a busy place ahead of the visit of London Irish in the Guinness Premiership on Saturday. Three of the Warriors players who featured in the impressive 34-25 European Challenge Cup win over Northampton Saints
TEENAGE hot-shot Troy Wood will be gunning for more glory tonight as Worcester City make a revenge mission to Stalybridge Celtic (7.45). Wood, 18 next week, blasted his first Nationwide North goal in City colours during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Alfreton
WORCESTER City chairman Dave Bod-dy defended the decision to increase adult admission prices by one pound for the 2006/07 season. Ground admission at St George's Lane will rise from £9 to £10 and, to sit in the stand, from £10 to £11. "We are
DROITWICH bowed out of the North Midlands Shield at the quarter-final stage after a 13-5 home defeat by local rivals Kidderminster Carolians. The strong, blustery wind made it difficult for both sides, and the contest was an error-ridden affair. Droitwich
LAST year's North Midlands Cup finalists met at this year's semi-final stage when Luctonians travelled to Whitchurch. And it was the Hereford side who triumphed, with a comfortable 27-15 victory. On a bright and breezy day, Lucs exerted the early
TEENAGE hot-shot Troy Wood will be gunning for more glory tonight as Worcester City make a revenge mission to Stalybridge Celtic (7.45). Wood, 18 next week, blasted his first Nationwide North goal in City colours during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Alfreton
THE Sixways treatment room looks set to be a busy place ahead of the visit of London Irish in the Guinness Premiership on Saturday. Three of the Warriors players who featured in the impressive 34-25 European Challenge Cup win over Northampton Saints
WORCESTER City chairman Dave Bod-dy defended the decision to increase adult admission prices by one pound for the 2006/07 season. Ground admission at St George's Lane will rise from £9 to £10 and, to sit in the stand, from £10 to £11. "We are
JOHN Trewick is not bothered if Hereford United fail to finish as Conference runners-up -- so long as the club wins promotion. The Bulls travel north to Morecambe tonight in a re-arranged fixture aiming to cling on to the coat-tails of runaway leaders
EVESHAM United will climb out of the Southern League Premier Division relegation zone tonight if they win at Merthyr Tydfil (7.45). The Robins travel to Wales on a massive high after overcoming Northwood, who occupy the relegation play-off spot above
PERRYWOOD moved above previous leaders Trinity Lakes in the top-of-the-table Worcester League Sunday Premier Division clash. They recorded a narrow 3-2 victory in a tense match which saw 'Wood's Gary Price take his tally for the season to 39 with a
SIR - It's ironic to see David Cameron talking about the problems faced by first-time homebuyers, and describing the gap between those who can afford to buy and those who cannot. I hope the Conservative-controlled city council is paying close attention
were accurate SIR - I have checked my facts as recommended by Dave Gwillam (Letters, March 27) and confirm that Christopher Whitehead's recreation grounds are indeed within the Severn Flood plain and therefore my observation that they were "subject
SIR - I have been reading with great interest the debate concerning the possible relocation of Christopher Whitehead School. I am in complete agreement with those who oppose this and support the reasons put forward - it will lead to more traffic. I
SIR - Recently, a letter from Jenny Barnes was highly critical of the city bus service. I remember going for a last ride on a Worcester tramcar. The fare was a fraction of a present day penny. A councillor, Richard Fairbairn, had made an agreement with
SIR - Peter Luff thinks we need more cheap labour from India to undercut his work-shy constituents while Sharmi Chakrabatti of Liberty is very concerned about the impact on race relations on our authorities getting a grip on illegal immigration. So
SIR - Jim Evans is shallow and naïve in his assessment of faith schools and religious beliefs (Letters, March 27). While I would in no way pass judgement on his religious beliefs, or lack of any, his rant that these "fascist beliefs" are a threat to
MIKE LAYLAND is one of the last of a vanishing breed of public representatives. Note we do not use the word `politician' - this Worcester born-and-bred lad has always had too much of a reckless disregard for his own survival to fall into that category
DON'T worry, it's only an exploding teabag and it's supposed to be doing that. Suddenly school science is sexy again. Or as Immi Foxall-Reilly, a Worcester secondary school student, puts it: "People think you have to be mega-brainy to do science and
AN award-winning children's author and illustrator from Worcester will be meeting his young fans in the city on Saturday. Petr Horácek will be visiting Ottakar's Bookshop in The Shambles from 11.30am to 3.30pm. Petr, who lives in the city with his
A Worcester charity is offering people with a little spare time on their hands a chance to try some volunteer work. St Paul's Hostel has three projects running in the city - a 24-hour hostel, a resettlement project and a dry house - and is offering
A SOUL night set up by the daughter of a Worcester woman who suffered from motor neurone disease has proved a storming success, raising nearly £8,000 for charity to date. Helen Clarke and her partner Rob Hurcomb, from Worcester, were inspired to start
PLANT lovers will be able to enjoy the great outdoors when a Malvern garden opens to the public next month. Barnards Green House will open its grounds as part of The National Gardens Scheme Open for Charity scheme on Thursdays, May 4, 11, 18 and 25.
A CONSULTANT who helped establish vital cancer services in Worcester has died, a victim of the disease that he helped others fight against. Doctor John Mould, who was 61, held cancer clinics at the Worcester Royal Infirmary's Castle Street site for
YOUNGSTERS from Tolladine, Worcester, donned their favourite costumes to take part in a fancy dress sponsored walk. They were raising money to fund activities which will be held during the Easter school holidays. The walk, which took place on Saturday
HOSPITAL chiefs are delighted after a national award for high standards of patient safety, clinical care and staff training led to its insurance premium being slashed. Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust - which runs Worcestershire Royal Hospital
REPAIRS to one of Worcester's most famous churches have finally got under way. It has taken four weeks for the scaffolding around St Clement's Church, Henwick Road, to be put up and now the re-rendering of the grade II listed building can begin.
THE Swan Theatre is set to receive £58,680 for each of the next three years from city council coffers to keep going. It is the biggest cash grant any arts group in Worcester will receive from the authority and will rise in line with inflation each
BOARD game chiefs have decided Worcester is "too posh" for just one Mayfair square on its new unique Monopoly board. The Worcester News asked readers to vote for the local landmark they felt deserved to be on the most expensive square on the game board
A spring clean for Worcester has been officially launched by the city's mayor. Councillor Aubrey Tarbuck was on hand to pick up litter at the launch of Rubbish? Sort it! campaign in St Andrew's Garden. Cecil Duckworth, chairman of the Duckworth
A CANAL restoration project is one step closer to completion as three major partners prepare to sign the contracts that will get the scheme under way. Worcestershire County Council, British Waterways and Wychavon District Council are due to sign on
PLANNERS set to consider the future of Grove Farm have received 89 formal objections from angry members of the public. The 89 complaints include one on behalf of the Grove Farm Residents Voice protest group which has 340 members. There are 88 other
THIRTY five thousand dental patients across south Worcestershire have been left fighting for a place at just four NHS dentists. According to a Worcester News investigation, half of National Health Service dentists in the region stopped providing NHS
EVESHAM United will climb out of the Southern League Premier Division relegation zone tonight if they win at Merthyr Tydfil (7.45). The Robins travel to Wales on a massive high after overcoming Northwood, who occupy the relegation play-off spot above
LAST year's North Midlands Cup finalists met at this year's semi-final stage when Luctonians travelled to Whitchurch. And it was the Hereford side who triumphed, with a comfortable 27-15 victory. On a bright and breezy day, Lucs exerted the early pressure
THIRTY five thousand dental patients across south Worcestershire have been left fighting for a place at just four NHS dentists. According to a Worcester News investigation, half of National Health Service dentists in the region stopped providing NHS provision
A spring clean for Worcester has been officially launched by the city's mayor. Councillor Aubrey Tarbuck was on hand to pick up litter at the launch of Rubbish? Sort it! campaign in St Andrew's Garden. Cecil Duckworth, chairman of the Duckworth Worcestershire
BOARD game chiefs have decided Worcester is "too posh" for just one Mayfair square on its new unique Monopoly board. The Worcester News asked readers to vote for the local landmark they felt deserved to be on the most expensive square on the game board
THE Swan Theatre is set to receive £58,680 for each of the next three years from city council coffers to keep going. It is the biggest cash grant any arts group in Worcester will receive from the authority and will rise in line with inflation each year
REPAIRS to one of Worcester's most famous churches have finally got under way. It has taken four weeks for the scaffolding around St Clement's Church, Henwick Road, to be put up and now the re-rendering of the grade II listed building can begin. The church
A CONSULTANT who helped establish vital cancer services in Worcester has died, a victim of the disease that he helped others fight against. Doctor John Mould, who was 61, held cancer clinics at the Worcester Royal Infirmary's Castle Street site for almost
A SOUL night set up by the daughter of a Worcester woman who suffered from motor neurone disease has proved a storming success, raising nearly £8,000 for charity to date. Helen Clarke and her partner Rob Hurcomb, from Worcester, were inspired to start
A CANAL restoration project is one step closer to completion as three major partners prepare to sign the contracts that will get the scheme under way. Worcestershire County Council, British Waterways and Wychavon District Council are due to sign on the
YOUNGSTERS from Tolladine, Worcester, donned their favourite costumes to take part in a fancy dress sponsored walk. They were raising money to fund activities which will be held during the Easter school holidays. The walk, which took place on Saturday
A Worcester charity is offering people with a little spare time on their hands a chance to try some volunteer work. St Paul's Hostel has three projects running in the city - a 24-hour hostel, a resettlement project and a dry house - and is offering a
WORCESTER City chairman Dave Bod-dy defended the decision to increase adult admission prices by one pound for the 2006/07 season. Ground admission at St George's Lane will rise from £9 to £10 and, to sit in the stand, from £10 to £11. "We are trying to
SIR - It's ironic to see David Cameron talking about the problems faced by first-time homebuyers, and describing the gap between those who can afford to buy and those who cannot. I hope the Conservative-controlled city council is paying close attention
were accurate SIR - I have checked my facts as recommended by Dave Gwillam (Letters, March 27) and confirm that Christopher Whitehead's recreation grounds are indeed within the Severn Flood plain and therefore my observation that they were "subject to
SIR - Recently, a letter from Jenny Barnes was highly critical of the city bus service. I remember going for a last ride on a Worcester tramcar. The fare was a fraction of a present day penny. A councillor, Richard Fairbairn, had made an agreement with
SIR - Peter Luff thinks we need more cheap labour from India to undercut his work-shy constituents while Sharmi Chakrabatti of Liberty is very concerned about the impact on race relations on our authorities getting a grip on illegal immigration. So let's
SIR - Jim Evans is shallow and nave in his assessment of faith schools and religious beliefs (Letters, March 27). While I would in no way pass judgement on his religious beliefs, or lack of any, his rant that these "fascist beliefs" are a threat to economic
MIKE LAYLAND is one of the last of a vanishing breed of public representatives. Note we do not use the word 'politician' - this Worcester born-and-bred lad has always had too much of a reckless disregard for his own survival to fall into that category
THE Sixways treatment room looks set to be a busy place ahead of the visit of London Irish in the Guinness Premiership on Saturday. Three of the Warriors players who featured in the impressive 34-25 European Challenge Cup win over Northampton Saints at
GOODY Sheila Sadly died on March 29th, 2006. I will miss you more than anyone knows, As time goes by, the emptiness grows, The tears I shed will be wiped away, But the ache in my heart will always stay. You were not just my wife but my best friend
BOULTON Cedric John On March 27th 2006 at Welland House, aged 75 years. A dearly loved husband of Betty, a loving father to Catherine, David and Lucy, also an affectionate grandfather. A Celebration in memory of John will take place at Worcester Crematorium
PHILLIPS Rose Annie In loving memory of a much loved mother, nan and great nan. Passed away twenty three years today. Love always Rose and Family. xx Published in paper 04/04/2006
FINCH Elizabeth Betty Special memories of a wonderful mom and nanny, who passed away on April 4th, 2003. Memories of you come our way, We remember you everyday. Silent thoughts bring many a tear, Of the one we miss and love so dear. Love from Anne, Alison
PHILLIPS Rose Annie Fondest memories of our dear mother and nan who passed away twenty four years ago today. Gone but always remembered. Vic, Chris and Family. Published in paper 04/04/2006
DON'T worry, it's only an exploding teabag and it's supposed to be doing that. Suddenly school science is sexy again. Or as Immi Foxall-Reilly, a Worcester secondary school student, puts it: "People think you have to be mega-brainy to do science and it's
CARL Heeley said he would always prefer to have Leon Kelly on his side rather than against him. So whether or not City supporters viewed Kelly's transfer deadline departure as a good or bad move, at least 'King Carl' is a happy man once again. As Heeley
A Worcester city councillor could have his name immortalised if an idea by a childhood friend comes to fruition. Tony Hail wants a street in Worcester's new Diglis development to be called after veteran councillor Mike Layland. The pair have known each
TEENAGE hot-shot Troy Wood will be gunning for more glory tonight as Worcester City make a revenge mission to Stalybridge Celtic (7.45). Wood, 18 next week, blasted his first Nationwide North goal in City colours during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Alfreton
THE Sixways treatment room looks set to be a busy place ahead of the visit of London Irish in the Guinness Premiership on Saturday. Three of the Warriors players who featured in the impressive 34-25 European Challenge Cup win over Northampton Saints at
WORCESTER City chairman Dave Bod-dy defended the decision to increase adult admission prices by one pound for the 2006/07 season. Ground admission at St George's Lane will rise from £9 to £10 and, to sit in the stand, from £10 to £11. "We are trying to
JOHN Trewick is not bothered if Hereford United fail to finish as Conference runners-up -- so long as the club wins promotion. The Bulls travel north to Morecambe tonight in a re-arranged fixture aiming to cling on to the coat-tails of runaway leaders
PERRYWOOD moved above previous leaders Trinity Lakes in the top-of-the-table Worcester League Sunday Premier Division clash. They recorded a narrow 3-2 victory in a tense match which saw 'Wood's Gary Price take his tally for the season to 39 with a double
DROITWICH bowed out of the North Midlands Shield at the quarter-final stage after a 13-5 home defeat by local rivals Kidderminster Carolians. The strong, blustery wind made it difficult for both sides, and the contest was an error-ridden affair. Droitwich
PLANNERS set to consider the future of Grove Farm have received 89 formal objections from angry members of the public. The 89 complaints include one on behalf of the Grove Farm Residents Voice protest group which has 340 members. There are 88 other objections
HOSPITAL chiefs are delighted after a national award for high standards of patient safety, clinical care and staff training led to its insurance premium being slashed. Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust - which runs Worcestershire Royal Hospital
PLANT lovers will be able to enjoy the great outdoors when a Malvern garden opens to the public next month. Barnards Green House will open its grounds as part of The National Gardens Scheme Open for Charity scheme on Thursdays, May 4, 11, 18 and 25. The
AN award-winning children's author and illustrator from Worcester will be meeting his young fans in the city on Saturday. Petr Horcek will be visiting Ottakar's Bookshop in The Shambles from 11.30am to 3.30pm. Petr, who lives in the city with his wife
TEENAGE hot-shot Troy Wood will be gunning for more glory tonight as Worcester City make a revenge mission to Stalybridge Celtic (7.45). Wood, 18 next week, blasted his first Nationwide North goal in City colours during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Alfreton
SIR - I have been reading with great interest the debate concerning the possible relocation of Christopher Whitehead School. I am in complete agreement with those who oppose this and support the reasons put forward - it will lead to more traffic. I would
BEASLEY Denis Albert MBE Suddenly at home in Severn Stoke on March 29th, aged 85. Loving husband of Ann and a beloved pa and grandad. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday April 5th at 3 p.m. All enquiries to Malcolm J Presland 01684
GOODY Sheila Our Mom. You were so brave and made us so proud. Nothing will ever fill the void. Love and miss you always. Steve, Deb, Jude, Pam and Jan. Published in paper 04/04/2006
GOODY Sheila nee Inett Beloved daughter of Eve Inett and the late Ernest. Passed away March 29th. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. God Bless. Broken-hearted Mom. Published in paper 04/04/2006
GOODY Sheila Much loved sister of Tony and Paul, sister in law to Janice and Chris, loved aunt to Nieces and Nephews. Your laughter, love, sense of humour and friendship will be greatly missed. You have been an inspiration to us all. Always in our thoughts
RADBURN Archie Passed away peacefully in Worcestershire Royal Hospital on March 28th, aged 79 years. Beloved husband of Christine and father to Bernie, Maria and Gerald. Also grandad to Carita, Georgie, Philip, Leland and Maria. Funeral service at Worcester
RICKETTS Beryl Rose Passed away peacefully at her home with her Family, after an illness bravely borne, on March 30th 2006, aged 78 years. Beloved wife of the late Jim and much loved mum of Linda, Sandra, Janet, Richard and Gary, also dearly loved by
BENGER Vera Died peacefully at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on April 1st, aged 96 years. Sadly missed by husband Roger and her Grandchildren. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Friday, April 7th, at 12.30 p.m. Family flowers only please, but
MONK George Passed away suddenly but peacefully at home on March 30th, 2006, aged 86 years. A loving uncle to Suzanne and Chris and a dear friend to Clair. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium on Monday
BARTLETT Monica, Linda, David and the Family of the late Reg Bartlett would like to express their sincere thanks to all Relatives, Friends, Neighbours and his ex colleagues for their kind messages of condolence, donations in lieu of flowers for the County
WILLIAMS Paddy Michael is grateful to the Claines Branch of the Royal British Legion for their valued membership and companionship to his brother Paddy. Published in paper 04/04/2006
TURNER. Bill. Treasured memories of my dad, who fell asleep April 4th, 1984. God Bless. Kate. Published in paper 04/04/2006
PHILLIPS Rose Annie Remembering a loving mother and nan. Passed away April 4th 1983. Les, Jackie, Darren and Frances Published in paper 04/04/2006
LOWE Lilian Lily It's been one long year since we lost you but not a day passes that we don't miss you. Loved and missed so much. Margaret and Phil, Wayne, Tony and Margaret, Christine, Ralph and Craig. xxxx Published in paper 04/04/2006
JENKINS Nell Treasured memories of dear Nell who passed away April 4th, 1978. Forever in our thoughts. Tom, Karen and Joanne. Published in paper 04/04/2006
PHILLIPS Rose Annie In loving memory of my dear mother, passed away April 4th, 1983. Always in my thoughts. Tup. Published in paper 04/04/2006
THE life and work of one of England's most romantic poets will be celebrated in a new show to mark the 200th anniversary of her birth. Elizabeth Barrett Browning: Victorian Poet and Enigma was written by David Robertson, of West Malvern, and will be premiered
events/talks Mar 31 Whist Drive in aid of Acorns Children's Hospice, Staunton on Wye Village Hall, 7.15pm for 7.30pm start. 01981 500350. April 1 Monkland Spring Show, Monkland Village Hall, (9.30-11am to bring in exhibits), Show starts 2.30pm. 01568
HUNDREDS of soap fans across Worcester have been queuing up for tickets to see Hollyoaks and Corrie stars battle it out at St George's Lane football pitch in aid of charity.Nearly 1,000 tickets have already been sold for the Leukaemia CARE event on Sunday
A COUNCILLOR has been taken to task over claims he lives in Claines when he has been living in St John's, Worcester, for the last 18 months. Alex Kear, who represents the Claines ward, was quoted in the Worcester News last Saturday saying he lives in
HUNDREDS of soap fans across Worcester have been queuing up for tickets to see Hollyoaks and Corrie stars battle it out at St George's Lane football pitch in aid of charity.Nearly 1,000 tickets have already been sold for the Leukaemia CARE event on Sunday
A COUNCILLOR has been taken to task over claims he lives in Claines when he has been living in St John's, Worcester, for the last 18 months. Alex Kear, who represents the Claines ward, was quoted in the Worcester News last Saturday saying he lives in
