DEFENDER Luke English struck twice in added time to salvage a 2-2 draw for Worcester City in a sensational finale against Quorn. Steven Hart broke the deadlock 21 minutes from time with Darious Darkin seemingly sealing the points late in the day
WORCESTER Wolves has new sponsors - the newly opened Hickory's Smokehouse. Inspired by a road trip across Texas and Louisiana the family restaurant and bar offer authentic Southern style food, drink and good old-fashioned hospitality. Worcester
A HAULAGE company has donated a service van to a street café so it can more easily transport food and other donations for rough sleepers. Sharon Multani, who runs Worcester Street Café, started a campaign in July hoping to raise £4,000 to buy a
IF your home is burgled in this area, there's just a 20 per cent chance the police will catch the culprit. That's the depressing new statistic gleaned from Home Office figures, which show that West Mercia Police closes the case on eight out of 10
Shelsley Walsh is the oldest motorsport venue in the world. The Midlands Automobile Club first stated using the 1,000 yard 1-in-6 track in 1905. A couple of years ago two local cycling clubs, the Worcester St Johns CC (founded 130 years ago in 1888
ATTACKING star Maryka Holtzhausen says the “possibilities are endless” for Severn Stars in 2019 as she confirmed her return for a second season. Holtzhausen, who is in the South Africa squad touring New Zealand and Australia, feels the Worcester
WORCESTERSHIRE face a quick return to Specsavers County Championship Division Two after leaving themselves with a mountain to climb at Essex. Last season's promoted champions will drop from Division One with a defeat at Chelmsford and they are
CITY mayor Jabba Riaz joined staff at Worcester Snoezelen to cut a special cake marking the centre’s 25th birthday. The concept of using a multi-sensory environment to provide stimulating surroundings for people with learning disabilities originated
EXPLOSIVE backs Bryce Heem and Ben Te’o could be in the mix for selection as winless Worcester Warriors look ahead to Sunday’s Premiership tussle with Leicester Tigers at Welford Road (3pm). Wing Heem is nursing an ankle injury sustained in the
WE all want our NHS to succeed – we want to be able to tell stories about the great care that we, or a friend or relative, received at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. But the sad truth is that many people have bad experiences at the Royal due to
MASKED burglars scratched an expletive into a manager’s pick-up truck as part of a smash-and-grab raid. Intruders targeted vehicles parked on an industrial estate yard in Rectory Road, Upton. They stole thousands of pounds of items and left
A MOTHER got behind the wheel while she was twice the drink-drive limit and crashed into a door of a house on her street. Gemma Andrews, aged 35, had began drinking from a bottle of spirit following an argument with a friend, the court heard.
PUPILS got dressed up to enjoy a day of Roald Dahl-themed lessons. Girls from Malvern St James tried out tasty treats such as Wormy Spaghetti, Fresh Mudburgers and Bruce Bogtrotter's Cake for lunch. The day was organised as part of Roald Dahl
AN extraordinary event is set to take place in Tewkesbury Abbey this Saturday, (September 22). Robert Fripp – the celebrated guitarist and founder member of the progressive rock group, King Crimson, has created a new work –#PieJesu – with his writing
LET’S get straight to the point: Spear of Destiny have a gig in Worcester this weekend. In fact, the long-enduring post-punk combo will be setting the beat at The Marrs Bar on Sunday (September 23). A spokesman said: “Hard to believe we know,
PERHAPS the closest thing to the Sultans of Swing, the Dire Straits tribute act, Dire Streets, will be in a very respectable location: at Worcester’s Huntingdon Hall, this Friday (September 21). A spokesman said: “Dire Streets bring to life the
A SELF-PUBLISHED author is showcasing his new book with an event at the Chestnut Inn on Friday evening. David Simson’s latest book, Jewel Intentions, was printed through Spiffing Covers and is the second part of a crime trilogy following protagonist
MCDONALD'S Worcester and District Football League Sunday Premier Division top two Oak Apple and Fernhill Heath Athletic drew 3-3. Apple's Josh Higgins levelled in injury-time to rescue a point. The Bell slumped 6-1 at Clifton Rovers with Richard
THE Malvern headquarters of Fortis Living is being put up for sale at a guide price of £2.5 million. The 21,200 sq ft self-contained office Festival House was purpose-built in 1999 and has been put on the market while the not-for-profit housing
DIRECTOR of rugby Alan Solomons stressed the Gallagher Premiership was “a marathon, not a sprint” after Worcester Warriors lost their opening three games. Warriors slumped to the foot of the table after they were edged out 23-20 by Newcastle Falcons
HEAD coach Kevin Sharp says the contributions of Steve Rhodes and Damian D’Oliveira in laying the foundations for Worcestershire’s current success “should never be forgotten”. Ex-director of cricket Rhodes and late academy director D’Oliveira were
STOURPORT were crowned Worcestershire Cricket League Second XI Division One champions with a 194-run win over Harborne. Spencer Colley passed 1,000 runs for the season with 58 in Stourport's 303-6. Aman Ibrar (5-17) and Andy Fletcher (4-21)
STAFF and volunteers at Croome Court have been getting wet to help rid a lake on the estate of reeds. The parkland, near Worcester, was purchased by the National Trust in 1996 and work began over the following years to restore Croome to its former
A STUDY highlighting the risk of loneliness for older people in the city has been released. According to the Age UK survey, the risk of loneliness for people aged 65 plus is far greater in areas such as Cathedral, Arboretum and Warndon than in St
WORCESTER AND DISTRICT LADIES LEAGUE DIVISION ONE Poppies 384(12) P Price 46(15) J Parker 39, Goodies 379(6) M Ferebee 45(15) S Gore 36; Lady Warriors 339(2) J Jackson 39 J Wickson 36, The Rising Stars 368(16) N Atkins 40(14) J Woodward 36; Flintstones
NEW boss Ty Shaw admits it will “take time” for Worcester Wolves to gel this season but wants his players to play with a “smile” on their face. Shaw will take charge of his first competitive match with Wolves at the University of Worcester Arena
A NEW campaign has been launched to solve the televised party leaders debates problem for good. I have written in my Fair Point column in the past about the importance of the leaders’ debates in the run up to general elections. After the success
FORMER Worcester Warriors lock Will Spencer has been banned for four weeks after being sent off in Leicester Tigers’ defeat at Wasps on Sunday. The 26-year-old second row pleaded not guilty to a dangerous tackle charge at an RFU disciplinary hearing
A TRACTOR belonging to Malvern Hills Trust was destroyed after catching fire. The incident happened at Eight Oaks on Castlemorton Common while trust staff were clearing scrub growth on Tuesday. The fire brigade was called just before noon,
WORCESTER has been revealed as the happiest city in the UK, according to a new report. A survey from Provident titled 'Unbroken Britain' has identified the happiest, safest and friendliest communities in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
IT was an exciting start to the school year at St Peter’s Droitwich CE Academy, with the unveiling of the multifunctional space in the Early Years outdoor area. The old area saw a complete transformation to be able to offer the children a variety
NEW-look Evesham United's flying start has silenced some early-season doubters according to manager Paul Collicutt. The Robins spread their wings with a fifth straight victory on Saturday as Joe Tumelty, Steve Davies and substitute Sean Brain each
AN incredible £24,000 was raised at Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s annual open day at its Strensham airbase on Sunday. The free event, which is now in its eighth year, saw over 3,000 families and supporters from all over the Midlands come along
Worcestershire County Councillors from across the political parties have signed a giant birthday to celebrate 70 years of adult social care. A special birthday party will be also be held later this year to thank carers from across Worcestershire
A 'COWARDLY' man who kicked a homeless man in the face has been recalled to prison to serve the rest of his sentence after displaying 'poor behaviour'. Kevin Bird was jailed for eight years in December 2014 for assault occasioning grievous bodily
A CARER has claimed Worcester City Run marshals refused to allow her and her colleagues to cut through road closures so they could help clients. Twenty-six roads were shut across the city between 8am and 3pm on Sunday to ensure the safety of runners
A&E patients are being treated in a hospital room where relatives say goodbye to their dead loved ones - showing the city's overstretched Royal is still in crisis. Health bosses said staff only treat patients in the 'viewing room' at Worcester's
MORE needs to be done to prevent unhealthy living in Worcestershire as a report reveals more than half of the county’s adults are overweight or obese. In her annual report titled ‘Prevention is better than cure’, director of Public Health, Frances
A SCHEME to fund projects supporting members and veterans of the armed forces has received £5,000 from the city council. The money has been put aside to help pay for activities and initiatives which support members of the armed forces both past
THE historic Worcester Guildhall is set to host its first wedding fair. The event on Sunday, October 7, will feature a catwalk show at noon, where local volunteers will model a range of bridal wear and suits for grooms. Guildhall event organiser
ARE you a descendant of someone who fought in the Battle of Keren during the Second World War? If so, researchers want to speak to you. Paddy Gardner is working on a research project with Ian Richards, the UK Ambassador to Eritrea and the Commonwealth
A HOSPITAL trust has apologised for a mum’s treatment at Worcestershire Royal after she was allegedly administered medication, including morphine, before she was given an identity band. Michelle Hill went to the hospital last Sunday evening with
A 47-YEAR-OLD man has been given a suspended jail sentence for child cruelty towards a boy. Alexander James Johnson was sentenced at Worcester Crown Court yesterday (Tuesday). Prosecuting, Philip Beardwell told the court that 47-year-old Johnson
RAIL operator Great Western has been told to focus on the needs of its customers using the Cotswold Line, which links Worcester, Malvern, Pershore and Evesham to Oxford and London. Rail minister Jo Johnson has written to MP Harriett Baldwin confirming
