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CANCER patients in Worcestershire could avoid long journeys for life-saving treatment if local Conservative politicians get their way. Worcestershire's team of Conservative MPs and Parliamentary candidates have issued a joint statement calling for a
Olivia Seabourne, aged five, and Leo Stanley, aged six, take a big bite into a cookie they have been baking and selling to raise money for Little Hearts Matter at Cradley CE Primary School, near Malvern. Children worked all week baking biscuits -
THE 2008 Worcester sports awards proved sporting prowess, courage and dedication can all be found in abundance in the Faithful City. The event, hosted by Worcestershire CCC, was presented by Sport Worcester in partnership with Worcester City Council.
A DROITWICH man has been disqualified from driving for two-and-a-half-years after he crashed into a parked vehicle while more than three times the legal drink-drive limit. Richard Wylde was told he was lucky to have not killed someone after he downed
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THE special guests set to perform alongside Jools Holland at Eastnor Castle this summer have been announced. Performing with Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra on Friday, July 4, will be Soft Cell's Marc Almond and respected soul singer Ruby
WORCESTER Nomads A' defeated RGSAO Worcester by 54 runs in the Worcestershire Cricket Board Indoor League Sunday Division. Batting first, Nomads A' put together the second highest score in the league of 159-5. Although James Ganderton (2-35) and Josh
A MAJOR scheme to demolish buildings in Pershore High Street and rebuild six shops and 37 apartments on the land has been agreed by Wychavon District Councillors. A Texaco petrol station, a car garage and car sales business, and smaller commercial units
CARDENTS continued their good form with a 33-pin victory over Countymen in Heenans Worcester Friendly Skittles League Monday Division One. In Division Two, Signals continue their push for promotion with an 11-pin victory over Redundants. Top score for
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TWO county pool stars are heading to Malta next week to compete in the European Eight-ball Championships. Worcester's Marc Evans and Josh Craze, of Evesham, will be representing Wales at the Dolman Resort from Monday to Friday. Evans is competing in
A THIEF who stole over £1,000 worth of goods from one car "would not have been able to believe his luck", police have said. The grey BMW 520, parked at the Bluebell public house in Grove Crescent, Upton-upon-Severn, was targeted on Tuesday, February
CRIPPLEGATE Guild maintained top spot in Worcester Table Tennis League Division Two with a 7-3 win at second-placed St George's Dragons. Phil Houghton, Mike Sledge and Gordon Nicklin won two singles each but were comprehensively beaten by Dragons' number
CAMERON Belford says his time at Worcester City has hel-ped develop his ability as a goalkeeper. The 19-year-old has been in excellent form since joining on loan from League Two side Bury in November and further underlined his potential with a man-of-the-match
HEREFORD United have reiterated their policy of not paying agents for their role in player transfers. According to figures releas-ed by the Football League, £206,136 was paid to agents by League Two clubs between July 1 and December 31, 2007. But the
KIDDERMINSTER town centre was closed for three hours yesterday while police carried out a major operation. More than 30 officers were called to the town and West Mercia Constabulary's helicopter put on alert at 4pm, following reports of fuel leaking
PEOPLE power has won the day after Malvern Hills District Council backed down from plans to stop drivers using parking permits in short-stay car parks. The council last month announced it wanted to prevent drivers using their two-hour permits in this
ANY thoughts that Terry Jenkins was going to need a year to get back to his best went out of the window with an impressive victory over 13-time world champion Phil Taylor. The Bull' had lost his opening two Whyte & Mackay Premier League Darts matches
MEMBERS of the public are being asked to drop off any scam mail at their local library. As part of Scams Awareness Month, Worcestershire County Council's Trading Standards, in partnership with the Office of Fair Trading (OFT), is asking people to collect
WARNDON Villages Sharks Under 10s booked a place in the Stourport Youth League Cup final for the second successive season. Sharks defeated Worcester rivals Nunnery Wood Leopards 2-1 with goals from Callum Parker and Jazz Milward. It was a hard-earned
FLOOD heroes who helped people hit by torrential rain will receive more than £1,500 thanks to a charity sale in their honour. The cash was raised at the first ever Big Bargain Bazaar at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern on Wednesday. The money
AN online auction which closes this weekend is hoping to raise thousands of pounds in memory of a talented Worcestershire motorcyclist killed during a race. Young biker Chris Jones died, aged 14, after a crash at Cadwell Park, Lincolnshire, in August
OLDBURY Park Tigers Under 13s were clawed back by unbeaten high-fliers Kidderminster Lions in a 2-2 Stourport Youth League Division One draw. Tigers started well and went ahead on 15 minutes when man-of-the-match Jordan Murton turned in James Day's corner
SCRUM-HALF Ryan Powell and fly-half James Brown are both given starts as Worcester Warriors make four changes for the Guinness Premiership clash against Harlequins at The Stoop tomorro (3pm). Ryan Powell replaces namesake Matt Powell and Brown comes
WILDE Leslie Peter Les Mary, Anthony, Robin, Joyce, Dee and Families would like to thank all Relatives, Friends and Neighbours for their kind messages and support at this sad time. Also thank you for the £200 donations kindly received, which will be given
BISHOP Percy Harold Peacefully in his sleep on February 7th, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of Elsie and much loved father of Ray, Gill, Polly, Dorie and Chris.Also a grandfather and great grandfather. A service of Thanksgiving for his life will
HIGLEY Barbara nee Lockwood Peacefully at St Richard's Hospice on February 11th, 2008, aged 79 years. Mother of Sue, grandmother to Kevin, Emma, Jodie and Amyjo, mother in law to Clive and Paul. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Friday, February
LINDSAY Thomas James Jim Former employee of Metal Box. Peacefully in hospital on February 12th, aged 87 years. Much loved husband of the late Evelyn Georgina, and uncle of Tony, Lesley, Martin and David. Funeral arrangements to follow. Published in paper
O'BRIEN Mary Passed away peacefully on February 8th, 2008 aged 80 years. Wife of the late Tommy O' Brien, beloved mother of Mike and Vince and a dearly loved grandmother. Funeral Service will take place at St Georges Roman Catholic Church on Friday, February
GREALY SHERWIN Ben and Lisa BIG Congratulations to Ben and Lisa on your Engagement. We are so happy for you. Our love to you both, from us all. Mum, Colin, Hannah, Rich, Katherine, Aaron, Maisie and Charlie xxxx Published in paper 15/02/2008
RIMELL Iris One year today. Mum, a million times we've needed you, a million times we've cried. If love alone could have saved you, you never would have died. Reunited with dad. Daph, Dave, Jen, Trev, Ian and Gavin. Published in paper 15/02/2008
HANLEY Emma Rose Treasured memories of a dear mother. Remembered always. Daughters and Sons in Law. Published in paper 15/02/2008
BELL Donald and Stephen Thinking of you both today. Love always. Thelma, Mum, Jackie, Jean and Karen. Published in paper 15/02/2008
HADLAND Jane Passed away suddenly on February 9th, 2008. Will be deeply missed by all the Family especially Mum, Dad, Steve and Aunt Bett. Cremation on Friday, February 22nd, 2008 at 12 noon. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Parkinson Society
FRANCIS John Formerly of Woodland Road. Passed away on February 7th, 2008, aged 86 years. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Thursday, February 21st, at 12.30 p.m. Flowers or donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK may be sent to A V Band
LLOYD John Passed away peacefully after a short illness on February 12th, 2008, aged 64 years. Beloved husband of Barbara, much loved father of Kirsty and Julie and grandfather of Grant. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday, February
COOK Audrey Elizabeth Of Hawford Place aged 67. Died surrounded by her loving Family on February, 11th 2008. Dearly loved wife of Michael. Precious mum to Ashley, Louise and Richard. Devoted nannie to Dan, Hollie, Harry, Arron and Amy. Much loved daughter
BALDWIN Bert Passed away peacefully in hospital on February 2nd, 2008 aged 70 years, late of Lulsley. Sadly missed by brothers John and Bill, Christine and Janet and all the Family. Funeral service at Alfrick Church on Wednesday, February 20th at 2.30
WATERHOUSE Chris Of Ransome Avenue, Worcester. Peacefully in hospital on February 8th, aged 66 years. Much loved dad of Tony, Mark, Christopher, Mathew and Lucille, a dear grandad and brother of Jeff. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Friday
WALKER Ivy Jane Formerly of Meadow Road, Worcester. Peacefully on February 10th, 2008 aged 94 years. Wife of the late Thomas. loving mother of Lawrence and Andrew and a dear grandmother. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Monday, February 25th
MOREMAN Megan The Husband and Children of the late Megan Moreman wish to express their sincere thanks to all Relatives, Friends and Neighbours for their kindness and sympathy shown to them during their recent bereavement. Also for the cards, letters of
ELLAWAY Joy Even though you have gone away, You're in our thoughts every day. Special thoughts on your Birthday. Frank, Glynis, George and Gemma. Published in paper 15/02/2008
RIMELL Iris Mum. It's already been a year,I can't believe you are no longer here,My heart aches, and tears I cry,But no one can tell me why.You've gone from this life, But never from mine,They tell me the pain will heal with time. Liz. ----- We love and
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HEREFORD United's impressive return to form in Coca-Cola League Two has delighted manager Graham Turner. Since losing three games on the spin for the first time this season, the Bulls have won three in a row to haul themselves back into the automatic
MANAGER Richard Dryden and his assistant boss Carl Heeley played as Worcester City reserves lost 3-0 at home to Burton Albion last night. Paul Lister, James Knowles and Stephen Clough scored Burton's goals.
A DUSTY Springfield sound-a-like with Worcestershire connections has reached the final of a BBC reality show. Katy Setterfield - who lived in Malvern until 2006 - has constantly impressed judges on primetime television show The One and Only. And this
AWARD-winning folk musicians are flocking to Worcester. Following in the footsteps of John Tams and Barry Coupe, who picked up Best Duo category at prestigious BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards earlier this month, comes Martin Simpson, pictured right, who picked
ECLECTIC acoustic blues courtesy of Mumbo Jumbo, pictured right, comes to Worcester this weekend. The unplugged outfit, performing at the Marr's Bar on Sunday, boasts an enviable line-up of top Midlands' musicians. The performers - Oliver Carpenter,
THE last time David Celia performed in Worcester the crowd was small. Fortunately for those who were there, the Canadian singer was unfazed, and fortunately for those who were not, he is now planning to return. "I've played at the Marr's Bar twice before
MALVERN director of rugby Dave Robins is urging his side to remain focused for the rest of the season to secure the title. The Spring Lane outfit, who are currently top of the Midlands Two West table, host ninth-placed Whitchurch on Saturday (2.15pm)
SIR - I was very pleased to read that our gallant local lads were formally presented with their well- earned medals. It is a moment they can remember with pride. But, it was unfortunate the Prince wore civilian attire. Over the years I managed to acquire
YOU may well have read in the national press about the Arts Council cuts to regularly funded organisations. More than 200 organisations have had all their funding cut, and for many of them that will be the end of the line. It hasn't effected Worcester
THUNDEROUS drumming will entertain audiences at Pershore's Number 8 later this month. The Way of the Drum, coming to the arts centre on Thursday, February 28, is described as a dynamic and engaging show in which the audience is given unique insight into
SPORTS personalities from Worcester's rugby, cricket and basketball clubs were among dozens of people to sign a special graffiti wall in the city. The wall was outside the Guildhall yesterday to help promote the need to protect children using the internet
SIR - On a trip along Worcester High Street recently I noticed there were none of the usual beggars and about half a dozen police where normally there would be none. This was pleasing and reassuring to see but proved to be short lived! My trusty Worcester
VERY British screen star James Fleet comes to Malvern Theatres next week. Fleet - famed for playing dim-witted Hugo Horton in BBC series The Vicar of Dibley and the bumbling Tom in 1994 film Four Weddings and a Funeral -- stars in new comedy In The Club
SIR - Might I draw Worcester News readers' attention to the Help For Heroes website www.helpforheroes.org.uk. It is desperately trying to raise money for a swimming pool for service personnel who have lost limbs and need a swimming pool to aid their
A NEW comedy club will soon be up and running. Live @ The Comedy Bar is being launched at Bossa Nova, New Street, Worcester, on Thursday, February 24. The opening night will feature critically-acclaimed stand-ups Howard Reed, Steve Day, Liam Mullone
SIR - I was mildly amused to read of the city council's £8,000 public consultation of 222 people (February 6). While I know it is a relatively small amount, it's not difficult to see why the council is short of cash. Why didn't they save that money
MANAGERS at train operator First Great Western (FGW) are going back to basics to try and improve the performance of their notoriously unreliable services on the Cotswold Line. Two of the company's new senior managers met representatives from the Cotswold
Shake that pepper, grind those corns, but whatever you do don't take this common seasoning for granted. It's led one woman on an adventure across the world to discover its intriguing secrets and power. Christine McFadden first became fascinated with
DELICIOUS dishes just like mamma used to make were cooked up at a special Italian themed cookery event organised by two Worcester businesses. Rabjohns LLP and Smith & Williamson Investment Management invited business partners from across the county to
COLIN Davis continued his excellent run in Halfway Angling Club matches by recording his second consecutive win on the club's Church Farm Pool. Once again carp failed to show, but good weights of silver fish were taken with Davis' 20-4-0 being the best
SIR - It appears that we are at the mercy of the "yobs" in the city. Worst drinking record in the Midlands - a culture that threatens and demands. Recently, on The Cross, I encountered threatening teens demanding money from me - they had obviously been
WHAT happens when two very different worlds collide? Charles Dickens broached the question in his 1854 novel Hard Times and Icon Theatre Company attempt an answer with their chaotically, colourful interpretation of the book. Gradgrind, being staged
HOUSE prices in Worcestershire are continuing to fall and even the traditional spring property surge could be tempered by caution this year. According to the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors almost 80 per cent of chartered surveyors in the county
SIR - Many readers may not be informed that UKIP took Gorden Brown to court on Thursday, February 7. The public should not expect promises made in Labour Party manifestos to be kept. This claim was made by Gordon Brown's barrister at Brighton County
THE village of Throckmorton, it's fair to say, is not really the most futuristic of places. A small, sleepy hamlet just a few miles north of Pershore, at first sight it appears noteworthy only for its charming 13th century church. But the future, it
It’s been a week of firsts for me. The first first, as it were, came on Saturday when I went to watch Queen Of The South play. They are a Scottish football team, and to cut a long story shortish we were in Dumphries for a party for our work colleague
A FATHER and daughter team has raised over £1,000 to go towards a new £1 million breast cancer treatment unit at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. David Fuller, of Tunnel Hill, Worcester, and his daughter Gail, who lives near Portsmouth, decided to do the
POINT-to-point racing this weekend centres on the North Hereford Hunt fixture at Whitwick Manor near Newtown tomorrow. A nine-race card is planned with a 12 noon start. Unmistakably is sure to be well fancied in the Ladies Open race to follow up his
SIR - I felt I must write to you regarding the article Give us men-only slimming classes' on February 6. I must admit, I felt the same about going to a slimming class and I am a woman. It can be very daunting and no one wants to be told that they are
OUR story on Saturday about the closure of Perryfields Day Centre and Pershore Care Centre will have saddened many people - us included. Worcestershire County Council says the "difficult" decision will save £198,000 in total, and that it understands
THE brother of a disabled man who attends a Worcester day care centre has condemned a decision to close it. David Oliver lives with his mentally and physically disabled brother Michael in Grenville Road, Dines Green, Worcester. Michael has attended
LOVE really was in the air for a Worcester couple on St Valentine's Day with a shock proposal through the pages of your Worcester News. With it being a leap year, Michelle Frost decided to take the plunge and ask her partner of four years Lyndon Oliver
WORCESTERSHIRE chief executive Mark Newton does not believe the County will have wrapped up the signing of Shane Bond prior to Monday night's annual general meeting. With Hampshire poised to enter the race for the Kiwi pace ace, the New Road side seem
THE fifth generation of a family to live in a Worcestershire farmhouse watched as it burnt down, leaving them homeless. The blaze started at 9.30pm on Wednesday in a barn attached to Bradfords Farmhouse in Castlemorton, near Malvern. Yesterday morning
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PEOPLE wanting a unique challenge can sign up for a special kind of escape this weekend. For the second year in a row, the popular charity-fundraiser Jail Break has been revived and organisers are looking for teams to take part - and tomorrow you can
FORMER Victorian greenhouses at a Worcestershire school are being converted into eco-friendly homes. Abberley Hall, at Great Witley, is building eight properties to provide accommodation for teaching staff. The new houses, being developed in an historic
HEREFORDSHIRE is to host its first gay festival this month. Out In The Sticks, which celebrates national Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month, will feature films, live drama, talks and a one-day conference aimed at gay people in
A MOTHER who has made several suicide attempts because of mental health problems is desperate for help but says she can't get the specialist care she needs locally on the NHS. Nicola Dean, of Padgewell Hill, Droitwich, has BPD - Borderline Personality
A WORCESTER man has been given a curfew and community order after assaulting his friend on Christmas Day. Benjamin Harris, of Sebright Avenue, Ronkswood, Worcester, was having a drink with an acquaintance on Christmas Eve. When they left Harris punched
