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FOOT-AND-MOUTH: FARMER CALLS FOR A GIPSY RULE
GIPSIES and their horses should be moved from the countryside during the foot-and-mouth crisis, says a Worcestershire farmer. Richard Gomm, who farms at Rushwick, says that horses belonging to gipsies near his land are just as likely to spread the virus
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Kept in dark
A WORCESTERSHIRE farmer says he has been kept in the dark over procedures he should be taking after his stock were slaughtered. Peter Oliver, who farms in Feckenham, near Inkberrow, said the Ministry of Agriculture has not told him what he should be doing
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A child may be next victim of gun maniac
AN angry Worcester man has warned a child could lose an eye if the person who shot a cat with an air rifle at point blank range is not caught. Steve Mezzone, whose own cat Smokey almost died after being used as a target two years ago, said he is furious
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A £30,000 windfall boost for musicians
WORCESTER'S Huntington Hall is to help aspiring young musicians, after scooping more than £30,000 for a pioneering project offering advice and support. The venue has received the funds from the Regional Arts Lottery Programme for its Something Old, Something
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Inspector's gadget is on line to win award
A WORCESTERSHIRE schools inspector has been short-listed for the Public Servant of the Year Awards. Ray Westwood, who is principal inspector for school improvement with the Worcestershire Local Education Authority, is one of three candidates up for the
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Debate on triple jabs is mooted
A REPORT on controversial MMR jabs for youngsters could be debated by Worcester city councillors this month. The executive board will decide later this month whether to invite Professor Brian McCloskey to speak to the council on Monday, April 30. Prof
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14/4/01 - Just the ticket for Harriers followers
WHILE manager Jan Molby turns his sights on future signings, Kidderminster Harriers officials have already started their off-the-field plans for next season. Their first move is to announce season ticket and admission prices for next term - and it's good
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When and where the county outbreaks have happened
Monday, February 26 1. Hill Farm, Llancloudy, Herefs: 270 cattle, 650 sheep Wednesday, February 28 2. Tricorras Farm, Llangarron, Herefs: 200 cattle and 1,000 sheep Friday, March 2 3. Windybank Farm, Feckenham, Worcs: 3 cattle and 157 sheep Saturday,
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Lane win vital for Yeltz chances
WORCESTER City could push Halesowen Town closer to relegation when the sides meet at St George's Lane on Monday in the Dr Martens League Premier Division (7.45). Halesowen are bottom of the table despite their recent appointment of Brendan Phillips as
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Wolves ready for play-off test
THE season begins in earnest for Worcester Wolves tomorrow as they begin their quest for National League Division Three play-off glory. The Wolves take on Brighton Cougars in the quarter-finals at University College Worcester (4pm). And following an excellent
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Skeggs target
WORCESTER Rugby Club's coach Adrian Skeggs says the devastating defeat at Leeds has made him more determined to succeed. The Australian, who only arrived at Sixways last summer, has led his side to second place in National One and a points tally that
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14/4/01 - Bichel to make grade says Moody
WORCESTERSHIRE coach Tom Moody is confident fellow Australian Andy Bichel can successfully fill Glenn McGrath's shoes as the County look to bounce back from a disastrous second half to last season. Moody, who spent eight seasons as the overseas player
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14/4/01 - Skeggs target
WORCESTER Rugby Club's coach Adrian Skeggs says the devastating defeat at Leeds has made him more determined to succeed. The Australian, who only arrived at Sixways last summer, has led his side to second place in National One and a points tally that
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14/4/01 - Wall gears up for his American challenge
HEREFORD United defender James Wall will swap the bleak British weather for the sun of the United States after joining Nashville Metros, writes Andy Holmes. The deal, which is on a full-time basis, came to fruition after months of preparation. "I would've
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Divine intervention
A THREE-year-old boy went to Mass for the first time. When he returned, his mum asked him: "What did you think of it?" He replied: "It was great, God was there - he was working behind the counter." GEORGE COWLEY, Worcester.
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Bus off!
YOUR editorial (Evening News, March 26) read "Traffic is stifling city's prosperity". What it should have read was: "Faulty appraisal of traffic problem will affect city's prosperity." All local people are aware that, when the schools are on holiday,
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Gordon the proof
I DON'T understand what Richard Adams is driving at in his letter (You Say, April 5). All MPs, regardless of their political persuasions, receive a paid full-time salary. Why does he single out Labour politicians? Are Tories all giving their earnings
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Pathetic reasons
WHAT pathetic reasons are being constantly trundled out by New Labour regarding the election dates. Are we expected to overlook the fact that this Government has not yet served a full term? The truth is that the New Labour/Campbell programme, without
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Many have genuine feelings of alienation
WITH a General Election in the offing, the question everyone entitled to vote should be asking is: "What should we be casting our vote for"? Do they wish to keep their Anglo-Saxon heritage, or give it away to a group of unelected commissioners, generally
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SUMMARY: Chesterfield 1 v Kidderminster 0
Kidderminster Harriers put up a fight at Chesterfield but could never claim to have deserved a result at the promotion chasers in a 1-0 defeat. The home side could have had more goals but let Harriers off the hook on a number of occasions with poor finishing
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3/4 time: Chesterfield 1 v Kidderminster 0
Harriers started the second half with a big task on their hands against promotion chasing opponents who were looking an impressive, powerful unit. Clarkson was booked on 55 minutes for a badly mistimed tackle. Ian Clarkson Harriers boss Molby made a double
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Half-time: Chesterfield 1 v Kidderminster 0
Blatherwick was off the field for nine minutes, getting treatment on a head injury after Corbett caught him with his elbow accidentally near the halfway line. The Harriers teenager was booked on 33 minutes for the challenge. Harriers won their first corner
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1/4 time: Chesterfield 0 v Kidderminster 0
Boss Molby fielded the experience Clarkson at left-back, while Medou-Otye was in midfield. Ian Clarkson Harriers actually enjoyed the better of the first eight minutes without test keeper Pollitt before the home side forced their first corner. Smith had
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REST OF THE NEWS: GRIEVING MUM'S DESPAIR
A MOTHER-of-five has described her devastation and fear after her 28-year-old fianc died in her arms. Ellis Curran was "perfectly fit and healthy" when he died suddenly from a heart abnormality while lying in bed. Ruby Adams cradled him as he passed away
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Action bid for city's flood-risk homes
A LETTER with key contact numbers will be posted to homes in Worcester's flood plain each year from now on. The city council - which has increased its stock of sandbags and duckboards - intends also to send an A4 summary of its responsibilities to householders
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It's a wizard treat!
FANS of Harry Potter will have the chance to see the steam locomotive which starred as the Hogwarts Express in the launch of JK Rowlings's latest book. The metal celebrity has become a permanent resident on line at the Severn Valley Railway. The bright
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AND FINALLY: Living it up in the Roman style
JULIUS Caesar would have to cross Newtown Road instead of the Rubicon to visit a Roman villa recreated in a Ronks-wood front room. History buffs Paul and Liz Roberts drew inspiration from their honeymoon in Pompeii for the Changing Rooms-style revamp
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Heed her grief-stricken warning
UNLESS you've had a similar experience, it's impossible to imagine the horror that's visited Ruby Adams and her family since Christmas. Her fianc, Ellis Curran, was "perfectly fit and healthy", then he died unexpectedly from a heart condition one morning
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Owen on the mark to clinch City win
MARK Owen grabbed his 30th goal of the season to give Worcester City a 1-0 win at Newport County last night. Owen's 55th minute strike was enough to give City their second victory over Newport in the space of three days and keep them in fourth place in
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Bichel to make grade says Moody
WORCESTERSHIRE coach Tom Moody is confident fellow Australian Andy Bichel can successfully fill Glenn McGrath's shoes as the County look to bounce back from a disastrous second half to last season. Moody, who spent eight seasons as the overseas player
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Neal opens his campaign
WORCESTERSHIRE touring car ace Matt Neal starts a new era in the British Touring Car Cham-pionship this weekend. The 33-year-old from Hanbury, near Droitwich, has switched to the works Peugeot team, having won the Independents championship for the last
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Stamps return can boost Molby's men
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers welcome back defender Scott Stamps after a two-match suspension for their Nationwide League Division Three clash against Plymouth Argyle at Aggborough (3pm). Striker Drewe Broughton is again ruled out because of a two-match suspension
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Delayed start proves costly
IT was a game of catch-up for Worcester Athletic Club's men in the Midlands 12-stage road relay at Sutton Park, Birmingham. Due to a mix-up with starting times, the first Worcester athlete missed the start of the race by three minutes 40 seconds, a gap
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14/4/01 - Joyce is aiming to make his mark
WESLEY Joyce hopes to make more of a name for himself at Worcester City after his match-winning Dr Martens Cup semi-final display. The 19-year-old has made a handful of first-team appearances since making his debut in the final game of last season. But
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Policy on regions
IN reply to the last paragraph of RG Spencer's letter of April 6, there is no similarity between the three main parties. It's true that Labour and Liberal Democrats operate as one party at County Hall. But it's equally true that the Conservatives are
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... and less Labour sleaze
KEN J Ratcliffe's letter (You Say, April 6) reminded us of the sleaze and the last Tory government. He seems to have a good memory for some facts but there's no mention of Labour sleaze. What has he to tell us about the events of recent times? PETER ALCOCK
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Why we need the Tories
IN reply to RG Spencer, (Evening News, April 9) The Conservatives didn't con anyone, they just wanted to make themselves look good, like any political party would do. I suggest that the Conservatives would not split over Europe, but would conveniently
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'Leadership' that led to slaughter
I DO hope that John Phillpott will not mind if, yet again, I disagree in a friendly, but fundamental way with his views on the First World War. While his latest unacceptable opinion follows a book review (Evening News, March 31) I am astounded that he
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Worcestershire's other composer
IN looking back over the past 150 years, we think of Worcestershire as having been the cradle of only one significant composer of classical music, Sir Edward Elgar - but not so. The county was also the birthplace of Julius Harrison, a composer widely-respected
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Newport County 0 Worcester City 1
Friday, April 13, 2001 MARK Owen grabbed his 30th goal of the season to give Worcester City a 1-0 win at Newport County last night. Owen's 55th minute strike was enough to give City their second victory over Newport in the space of three days and keep
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Full-time: Chesterfield 1 v Kidderminster 0
Clarke kept Harriers in the game on 74 minutes when Beckett gave to off side trap and raced onto Breckin's through-ball only for the big keeper to save well at his feet. Meanwhile, Harriers were not giving the home side any cause for concern. The Harriers
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Preview: Chesterfield v Kidderminster
Kidderminster Harriers are looking to inflict only Chesterfield's second home defeat in Division Three Saltergate this season. But they have not won on their travels since the 2-1 win in Darlington last October. Promotion-chasing Chesterfield, who were
