YOUR Worcester News is on a mission. Having broken through the 400 friends mark for our Facebook page recently, we've decided we want to see if we can make it to 500 by the end of the year. Our list has been growing steadily ever
NORTH Midlands Under 16s were beaten 13-0 by Leicestershire in the Super Sunday event involving all six Midlands counties at Ledbury’s Ross Road ground. It was North Mids’ third consecutive defeat, but they battled hard against a heavier Leicestershire
A HAIRDRESSER lost his job after police officers found cannabis at the salon where he worked. Officers searched Paul Bennett’s former workplace - UK Barbers Shop in The Trinity - after an anonymous tip-off. Marie Watton, prosecuting, said: “The manager
PEOPLE in Worcestershire are being advised to prepare for a big chill at the end of this week. After a mild week, temperatures are due to plummet on Friday and are expected to produce a frost on Friday night and into the early hours of Saturday. But
THE Backbeat Beatles were formed in 1994 by Chris O’Neill (Paul McCartney) and have been hailed as being the closest we can get to witnessing the original Fab Four. At Huntingdon Hall, O’Neill welcomed the Worcester audience to ‘The Church
REIGNING Worcester Sunday League Premier Division champions Kempsey’s bid for this year’s title appears to be in tatters after a shock 2-1 home defeat at the hands of Callow End. Sean Castle and Adam Spencer were on target for the visitors and Kempsey
A SCHEME to build three four-bedroom detached houses in the back gardens of existing properties in Malvern is being recommended for approval despite fierce objections from residents. Malvern Hills District Council has received 32 letters from people
LUCTONIANS will have another opportunity to test their National League credentials when they travel to Webb Ellis Road to play Rugby Lions in the EDF Energy National Trophy second round on Saturday. Luctonians have twice been beaten in promotion play-offs
THE great two counties public has risen to number of sweets in the occasion once again and helped the nation raise a record-breaking £20,991,216 for Children in Need. In the West Midlands alone a staggering £1,692,356 was raised. Fun-filled fund-raisers
WORCESTER star Jo Hubbleday (nee Yapp) has been included in the England squad for the Dubai Exiles Rugby Sevens later this month. The Dubai Sevens is England’s first test of the new season and will act as a vital warm-up tournament ahead of the 2009
PLAYBOYS are the now clear leaders in Division Two of the Worcester and District Men’s League following their 25-pin victory on Madresfield club against Misspins. Previous joint-leaders Archdales ‘B’ suffered their second defeat of the season, losing
TWO members of a radio station have racked up more than 200 miles for a Worcester hospice. BBC Hereford and Worcester’s sports reporter Helen Murray and radio colleague Adam Green have raised more than £1,000 for local hospices after running the length
Clive Mantle, star of television series Casualty and Holby City, will be performing the Malvern Christmas lights switch-on on Friday. The Christmas celebrations in Malvern start at 3.45pm and include a Santa procession with his reindeer, the Christmas
DROITWICH under 16s sealed a fine 28-10 win over Luctonians. Oliver Cook drove over for the Spa side’s first score and. from the restart, Jack Knight capitalised on Cook’s kick to set up a flowing move which saw Cam O’Brien crash over. The second-half
WESTFIELDS drew 2-2 at Shawbury United in a pulsating FA Vase second-round tie to earn a replay at allpay.park tomorrow night (7.45). Neither side could find a match-winning goal despite extra-time in an exciting end-to-end game. Fields started at a
PEGASUS Juniors rallied for the second time in three days to recover from being a goal down when they beat Kidlington 2-1 in the Hellenic League Premier Division. The hosts battled back to level the scores on the hour mark through a header from Simon
BROMYARD Town upset the West Midlands League Premier Division formbook again with a 3-2 victory at Bloxwich United. They overcame the title hopefuls for the second time in two weeks. Play was even in the first-half until the 35th minute when the home
TERRY Jenkins needs a victory tonight in the PartyPoker.com Grand Slam of Darts when he faces the unbeaten Wes Newton. The Bull, from Ledbury, is second in Group ‘F’ after beating Colin Lloyd 5-3 at the Wolverhampton Civic Centre, following his 5-4 defeat
BROMSGROVE AND DISTRICT FOOTBALL LEAGUE Centenary Cup preliminary round: Greyhound 6 Nailors Arms 3. Rose Bowl quarter-finals: Catshill 6 Cofton Corinthians 2. LMS Shield second round: Westbury Celtic 3 Cofton Celtic 0. Bromsgrove Charity Cup first
A PARK-and-ride scheme has improved, say customers after council bosses listened to criticism from the public. The service, run by Worcestershire County Council, is now rated “excellent” by customers after they described it as “very poor
ANDREW Stanley has named a strong squad for Worcester Warriors 'A' as they face Cambridge University at Grange Road tonight (kick-off 7.15pm). Jake Abbott will captain the side and he will be supported by team members who have also experienced
EXTRA bus services are being provided for passengers in a village near Worcester. Competition between rival bus companies had left passengers in Kempsey without some off-peak weekday services but following complaints from a district councillor
Kidz have a go at this fun word search and see if you can find all the hidden zoo animals. Keep an eye out for more word searches ranging from animals, places and history through to Christmas. Print off this page and have a go. Words
YEATES Walter Ex Heenans Died November 7th, 2008, aged 78 years, after an illness fought with infinite courage and strength. Devoted and adored father to Alison, father in law to Nick, loving grandad to Stewart and Rachel, dear brother to Bet and the
HOPKINS Kathleen Ann nee Browning Kathleen died peacefully, surrounded by her Familyon November 11th, 2008,after much suffering. Kath will be missed dearly by her devoted husband Barry. A devoted mom to Lee, Julie and mother in law to Steve. She loved
MANN Marjorie Jean Formerly of Northwick Road. Passed peacefully away on November 12th, 2008, aged 85 years. Wife of the late Gordon. Much loved mother of Paul. Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium, on Friday November 21st, at 3.30 pm. Donations,
CRAWLEY Christine Passed away peacefully on November 11th, 2008. Beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Funeral service to take place at Worcester Crematorium on Thursday, November 20th, at 1p.m. Family flowers only by request. Donations for St Richard's
FISHER Edna Peacefully on November 12th, aged 82 years formerly Postmistress of Ombersley. Wife of the late Geoff, loving mother of Julie and Dave and a devoted nan to Adam, Aimi, Ellis and Spencer. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Friday,
ROFE Audrey Lyn and Family wish to thank all those who attended the funeral of Audrey, and for the generous donations to Worcestershire Animal Rescue Shelter. A special thank you to all the Staff at Teme Court Care Home for their wonderful care and kindness
DAVIS Alec Joe There's a place in our hearts no one can fill, For we loved you so and always will. A prayer, a tear, a memory so dear, Each day of our life we wish you were here. Love from wife Yvonne, children Lee, Alec, Kelly and grandson Ryan. Published
CLIFTON Sarah Louise Loving memories of our precious daughter. Loved and missed so much. Mum and Dad. x Published in paper 17/11/2008
CLIFTON Sarah Louise I know that you are watching over us. Love you. Julie. xx Published in paper 17/11/2008
A TEENAGER has been left with serious head injuries after his car smashed into a tree and landed on its roof. The crash happened on the A4112 at Sarnesfield Cross, Sarnesfield in Herefordshire, at about 3.30pm on Saturday. Two vehicles
WORCESTER people took part in a solemn candlelit procession through the city centre this weekend in an annual celebration of life and remembrance. The city’s St Richard’s Hospice has been organising the Lights of Love event for the past 10
THE family of a man missing for three days are extremely concerned for his safety. Damian Tudge, aged 41, of Kidderminster, has been missing since the early hours of Friday, November 14. He is described as white, 5ft 7ins tall, with
100 YEARS AGO: A SPECIAL meeting of members of Worcestershire County Cricket Club was held on Saturday under the presidency of Lord Cobham. It was conveyed to review the financial crisis which has engulfed the club for so many years. The committee
THIS WEEK IN 1968: THE Ministry of Housing and Local Government has consented to the demolition of Witley Court, and the county planning officer HM Watson is suggesting that the site be used as an overnight caravan and camping site or as a picnic
IN spring my nelly moser clematis sometimes produces green flowers and then as the summer comes on they return to normal pink with a deeper bar. Can you please explain why this happens? P RENTON REG SAYS: Several members of the clematis group
BUTTERNUT squash is popular as a roasted accompaniment to Sunday lunch or as a tasty addition to soups and casseroles. It has been difficult to grow in this country but new varieties have emerged, which are better suited to our climate. Sow seeds
WREATHS were laid at a Worcester cemetery yesterday to remember the fallen soldiers buried there who died in the two world wars. Members of the Royal British Legion, the Sea Cadets and the Salvation Army joined Mayor of Worcester Lucy Hodgson at Astwood
EVERYTHING looks bleak at this time of year but you can still brighten up your garden with a selection of containers to bring colour, texture and all-round interest to your patio or porch. If you want to put winter containers on your patio make
SIR – It is absolutely outrageous that a planning inspector has ‘fined’ our council an unbelievable £50,000 just for sticking to its policy of providing affordable housing on new developments in order to meet the severe shortage of it in the
A WOMAN has returned home safe and well after a missing persons appeal was launched. Julie Cairns, aged 32, was back at home in Bromsgrove on Saturday after being reported missing on Monday, November 10. Police have thanked the public
PIPER’S Hill Common, also known as Hanbury Woods, belongs to Worcestershire Wildlife Trust and it’s a very special place because of its beech trees which are a scarce species in Worcestershire. These beeches are particularly important because
THERE was a time when no home would be without its own preserve-making expert. Mums, grannies and aunties (yes, it was very rarely the men) would each have their own specialities – whether it was jams, pickles or chutneys – and each would treasure
MONDAY Midland Floodlit Youth League Southern Division: Wellington v Stourport Swifts. League Cup: Hereford United v Stourbridge. Worcestershire FA Youth Cup: Bromsgrove Rovers v Archdales 73. TUESDAY FA Cup first round replay: Dagenham & Redbridge
SATURDAY FOOTBALL British Gas Business LEAGUE Premier Division: Rugby Town 0 Evesham United 1. Division One Midlands: Malvern Town 0 Nuneaton Town 3; Romulus 2 Bromsgrove Rovers 0; Stourport Swifts 0 AFC Sudbury 1. FA Vase Second round: Shawbury
A SPECIAL equestrian crime prevention day is to be held at Countrywide Stores, Ledbury, to help the horse world combat criminals. Organised by Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire Horse Watch, the event on Sunday, November 23, is aimed
SIR – I refer to the article on Tuesday, October 28, concerning Michael Sefton. Here is a man who has been disabled not only by mental health problems for many years, but also, following a motorbike accident, he lost a leg and also the use of
A NEW stadium for Worcester City Football Club at the Cinderella Sports Ground would have to negotiate a number of obstacles before it could become reality. Worcester City Council have outlined a series of issues relating to the St John’s site, which
WITH the rich colours and falling leaves of autumn decorating the landscape, spare a thought for the hedgehogs that may be secretly snuffling around your garden. These cute, though not exactly cuddly, and inoffensive little mammals are one
SIR – The latest planning application from the Upton surgery will be of concern to many townspeople. Planning applicants are applying to set aside condition 10 of the planning permission rules saying that this building be used for “medical purposes
SIR – What excellent coverage in the Worcester News for both Remembrance Sunday, November 9, and 11am on November 11, with extensive listing of the events surrounding the homage we pay to all the fallen in battle. Considering the cold blustery
Don’t you just love it when men of a certain age get themselves all shook up to look like Elvis Presley. The rhinestones, the flicked-up collars, the rings on the fingers, the shirts open almost to the navel, the swept-back hair... the beer bellies.
SIR – They looked smart. They were proud, these exservice men, cadets, representatives of the Army, Royal Navy and more as they marched through Pershore town to Pershore Abbey. Then, after the service they marched though Pershore again with
● WORCESTER as a university town, tree-lined boulevards shading diners in the heat of the noonday sun, bateaux mooches plying the Severn… perhaps the sound of a Spanish guitar threads its way through the willows. Right. That’s the dream, here’s
IT’S not hard to understand why Worcester gets such a poor deal from central government. Those people who don’t know how the funding for pensioners’ bus fares and free swimming can be financed will undoubtedly blame the council when things
SIR – Councillor Tom Wareing tells us (Letters, October 29) that 18 per cent of prisoners in British jails are foreigners. Also, Tom, about 50 per cent of prisoners are mentally disturbed and need treatment in secure units, not incarceration.
ACCOUNTANTS and tax advisers with client records in Worcestershire and Herefordshire are to get a more efficient phone service from HM Revenue & Customs with the introduction of a local agentdedicated line. By ringing 0845 3667857 accountants
VISITORS really can get a taste of Worcester now one of the city’s most famous exports is sold centrally. Lea and Perrins Worcestershire Sauce is now available from VisitWorcester’s tourist information centre based in the Guildhall. The centre
My loathing for the Worcester abomination – officially known as the Lychgate car park – can only be equalled by the overwhelming sense of revulsion felt in the presence of black pudding. The latter makes me want to throw up, the former I’d like
SIR – The Blue Cross Animal Adoption Centre would like your help in being able to give all the animals in the centre over Christmas a special treat and provide them with some toys and treats on Christmas morning. A donation of 50p would help
POLITICAL correctness is bad for your health. Discuss… Back in the days of the Cold War, the Russians had a high regard for dissenters in the Western democracies. Hippies, Trots, Marxist-Leninists and in fact anyone who kicked at the system
TRAVELLING the A449 from Worcester to Malvern, you come to a set of traffic lights at Powick. They are at a crossroads on top of an incline, just past the village school and where a chinese restaurant now stands high profile on the right. To
SIR – I find myself in total agreement with Henry Sandon for blaming the decision to move manufacturing of Worcester china abroad. After all, Worcester Royal Porcelain had been going for more than 250 years. To have the products made abroad
SIR – My father George Henry Powis Benbow, a native of Shelsley Beauchamp, near Worcester, enlisted in the Worcestershire Regiment in 1915, aged 15 years. He served on the Western Front until the end of the war being wounded twice and gassed
CHRIS Fortey is hoping his barnstorming Shark attack will force Mike Ruddock into reconsidering his first choice hooker. The Gloucester-born front-rower stepped in for regular starter Aleki Lutui, who was with his wife who’d just had a baby, and was
THERE will have been many people – particularly pensioners – who were left totally bewildered by the transport strategies of the two bus companies operating between Worcester and Kempsey. The nub of it was this. Astons Coaches started a 32 service
CHRISTMAS arrived in Worcester in style yesterday as Santa Claus proceeded through the city centre on a gleaming horse-drawn sleigh. Following the Christmas lights switch-on, the festive season got under way this weekend as Santa made his merry way down
SIR – On November 4, most of the world’s focus was on the democratic process of the presidential election in the United States of America. In Malvern, on the same day, the Worcester News thankfully picked up a rather undemocratic story. Two
AN angry driver stopped another motorist and then punched and kicked him over an argument about who was in the right lane. Steven Rogers, aged 46, was jailed for eight weeks after admitting assaulting Keith Voisey, of Worcester, in a dispute
CHAMPAGNE corks were popping at Malvern Hills District Council over the weekend after the authority received the highest-possible rating from local Government assessors. The people of Malvern now officially have an “excellent” local council after an
TICKETS are selling fast for this year’s St Richard’s Hospice ladies Christmas lunch. One of the original WI calendar girls, Tricia Stewart, will be the guest speaker and 180 places have already been snapped up. The event, on Tuesday, December 9,
MFG SOLICITORS held a Meet & Greet evening at its Worcester office to introduce new matrimonial law partners Gurdip Brring and Mercedes King-Jones into the firm’s family law division. The firm has offices in Kidderminster, Bromsgrove, Halesowen
VISITORS really can get a taste of Worcester now one of the city’s most famous exports is sold centrally. Lea and Perrins Worcester-shire Sauce is now available from VisitWorcester’s tourist information centre based in the Guildhall.
A MAJOR farming conference is to take place on the Three Counties Showground, Malvern, on Thursday. The event, being run by the Three Counties Agricultural Society in association with supply company Countrywide, will look at issues such as energy security
