Archive

  • Attack accused bailed - court

    TWO Worcester teenagers have denied attacking a youth and stealing his mobile phone. Daniel Martin, 19, of Rodborough Close, Warndon, and Daniel Paintin, 18, of Cranham Drive, Warndon, appeared at Worcester Magistrates Court yesterday. Martin denied

  • 'Add us' on Facebook today!

    DID you know that your Worcester News now has its own Facebook page? Every day we post links to significant stories and run an RSS feed straight to the page with all of our news and sport headlines. Simply log in to your own account and search for '

  • Worcester News weather watch

    Keep up to date with the latest weather forecast and travel news with your Worcester News. Click here for the Environment Agency's latest flood warnings for the Midlands. Click here for the latest weather forecast. Click here for the latest travel

  • Harlequins prove too hot for Warriors

    WORCESTER Warriors conceded 24 second-half points to crash 36-15 in their Guinness Premiership clash against Harlequins at The Stoop. Mike Ruddock's men looked to be well in the game at the break when they trailed only 12-8. Tries by Will Skinner and

  • CAB advisors needed urgently

    VOLUNTEERS are desperately needed to answer increasing number of telephone calls and email inquiries at Worcester Citizens Advice Bureau. For the first time, the bureau is looking for volunteers who only want to work on the phone or via email. "Many

  • No more fares for taxi firm

    A WORCESTER taxi firm has gone into voluntary liquidation. Bell Cars, which was based in Droitwich Road, was found it could no longer continue its business at an extraordinary general meeting of the company last month. Bell Cars, which was formed in

  • Celebrate the rat in High Street tomorrow

    COLOURFUL and loud - the Chinese New Year celebrations are bound to cause a stir in Worcester High Street tomorrow. The annual extravaganza, organised by the Worcestershire Chinese Association, marks the start of the Year of the Rat, which began on Thursday

  • Legal challenge doesn't phase health chiefs

    HEALTH chiefs have refused to overturn their decision to close Bransford ambulance control centre, despite facing a legal challenge in the High Court. A Letter Before Claim was served on West Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust two weeks ago, by campaigners

  • HEEKS

    HEEKS Stevie Well done Love Dad, Lorna, Ash, Lol and Ben xxx Published in paper 16/02/2008

  • SHEPPARD

    SHEPPARD Lauren Have a lovely birthday Loz.Love from Nanny Margaret and Grandad Geoff.xxx ---------- Happy Birthday Loz. Love from Ian, Michaela and Oscar. xxx Published in paper 16/02/2008

  • SHEPPARD

    SHEPPARD Lauren Happy 16th Birthday Lozlots of love Mum, Dad and Rhianne xxx Published in paper 16/02/2008

  • PEARCE

    PEARCE Ronald Ron Of Linford, Essex, peacefully in Southend University Hospital on February 9th, 2008, aged 64 years. Beloved husband of Margaret nee Churchill and will be sadly missed by all his Relatives and Friends. A service of thanksgiving will be

  • DOUGLASS

    DOUGLASS Bill Passed away suddenly but peacefully in hospital on February 9th, 2008, aged 85 years. Beloved husband of the late Eileen, much loved dad to Barbara and son in law Jim, also a loving grandad to Nicola, Andrew, Chris and Elizabeth. Funeral

  • JONES

    JONES Wendy Anita Treasured memories of a loving wife and mother, who passed away one year ago on February 17th, 2007. Forever in our thoughts. Bryan, Ian, Andrew and Diana. xxx Published in paper 16/02/2008

  • Restaurant reviews from your Worcester News

    IF you're considering popping out for a meal but don't know which restaurants come recommended, we have the answer. In our Leisure section we feature restaurant reviews from in and around Worcester, offering our opinions about everything from the menus

  • OBREY

    OBREY Tracey nee Knowles Passed away two years today. Will always be remembered by those who love you. God bless. Love Mum, sister Christine, brother Richard, sons Wayne and Ryan and Courtney, Nathan and Christine. Published in paper 16/02/2008

  • HERON

    HERON Melvin Special memories of Melvin, sadly passed away three years ago tomorrow. Forever missed always loved and remembered. Dad, Ian, Helen and Tom Published in paper 16/02/2008

  • LINK

    LINK Florence May Loll In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother, who passed away seven years ago on Sunday. Forever in our thoughts and hearts. Love and miss you. God bless. Your loving Family. xxx Published in paper 16/02

  • OBREY

    OBREY Tracey nee Knowles Tracey. Special cousin, friend and mate. Missed every day. Debbie and Andy. xxxx Remembered on February 17th. Published in paper 16/02/2008

  • SMITH

    SMITH Leslie Never more than a thought away, Always with us everyday. Iris, Linda, Mary and Colin. ------------ Miss you grandad. Laura and Jo. Published in paper 16/02/2008

  • THOMPSON

    THOMPSON Edgar We shared some happy days,We shared some sad ones, too, But the saddest of them all, Dad, Was the day that we lost you. Love Tony, Jan, Sue, Pete, Terry, Lyn, Jill, John, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Published in paper 16/02/

  • CAUSIER

    CAUSIER Anthony Time goes by, But memories last forever. Maggie and Cliff. Published in paper 16/02/2008

  • Swearing at police cost man dearly - court

    A WORCESTER man shouted and swore at police while they were stationary in traffic, a court has heard. Steven Woodruff was promptly arrested for his abuse on Friday, February 1, and appeared before Worcester magistrates yesterday. Emma Lile, prosecuting

  • Music festival will put city on the map

    WORCESTER'S first official music festival looks set to be a triumphant success. With more than 50 bands already signed up and a host of venues offering their services, live music will echo around the city when the festival takes place in August. The

  • Ruddock wants home-bred coaches

    MIKE Rud-dock is looking to galvanise Worcester for years to come by creating a team of backroom staff with strong Warriors connections. The Sixways director of rugby wants to develop Wor-cester's coaching staff into a unit similar to Leciester Tigers

  • Go-ahead for police HQ road despite objections

    WEST Mercia police will be allowed to build a new access road and gate house at its Hindlip headquarters - despite it being in the green belt. The decision to allow the work has been welcomed by the head of West Mercia Constabulary. Chief Constable

  • Latest travel news

    Check out the latest travel news this Saturday morning. Click here for latest travel news

  • Stranded man rescued in Herefordshire

    An injured man had be to rescued after becoming stranded on a 20ft embankment in Herefordshire. West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to Symonds Yat, near Ross-on-Wye, at 1.25pm yesterday. A paramedic in a 4x4 and an ambulance crew attended, together

  • Dorothy celebrates her 100th birthday

    A WOMAN will celebrate her 100th birthday at a nursing home in Wychbold - with her 103-year-old brother and 97-year-old sister. Older brother Harry and younger sister Jessie will meet up with Dorothy Jennings at Rashwood Nursing Home to celebrate her

  • Wolves chasing double over Riders

    WORCESTER Wolves will look to give Leicester Riders another beating at the Uni-versity of Worcester tonight (7pm tip-off). Skouson Harker's side beat the East Midlands outfit 92-85 back in October and another win over the Riders will keep the Wolves

  • Off-duty officer spotted pick-pocket in action - court

    A 21-YEAR-OLD woman was seen to pick-pocket a man by an off-duty police officer, a court heard. Gemma Peach approached the 61-year-old from behind in Rainbow Hill, Worcester, and reached into his pocket, taking a pouch of tobacco. She was spotted by

  • Harriers facing Sunday showdown

    CRAWLEY Town boss Steve Evans is hoping that with no cameras at the Broadfield Stadium tomorrow will help his side when they entertain Kidderminster Harriers. The Red Devils have been beaten twice in the past week in front of the Setanta Sports' camera

  • Tributes to war veteran, dead at 92

    TRIBUTES have been flooding in for city war veteran John Hewlett, who touched the lives of many people throughout Worcestershire. Mr Hewlett along with his wife Betty, had organised the local Poppy Appeal and raised thousands of pounds for the Royal

  • Death of a hero

    AS he lay in his hospital bed, just hours from death, a Worcester war veteran summoned the strength to have one last medal proudly pinned to his chest. John Hewlett was given the MBE for 60 years service to the Royal British Legion on Tuesday. The next

  • Help on hand for family researchers

    A NEW guide to help family historians research their ancestors in Worcestershire has been launched. Tracing Your Ancestors in Worcestershire' is a guide to all the parishes of the old county of Worcestershire as it was prior to the reorganisation of

  • Day trips on offer

    A DAY trip scheme organised by Worcester's Coffee Pot Club is up and running again. The new list of trips is now available and begins with a visit to Swindon on Monday, March 3. The coach will leave St John's Library, in Glebe Close, St John's, Worcester

  • Aftershave thief in shop chase

    A DRUG addict has been sent to jail for four months after he stole £68 aftershave from a shop in Malvern. Richard Doe was chased around Boots just minutes after he had left and then returned to the shop in Roman Way on Wednesday. Worcester Magistrates

  • Restaurant reviews from your Worcester News

    IF you're considering popping out for a meal but don't know which restaurants come recommended, we have the answer. In our Leisure section we feature restaurant reviews from in and around Worcester, offering our opinions about everything from the menus