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OLD LAURENTIANS 3pts, MALVERN 24pts
GALE force winds, driving rain and an unbeaten Midlands West Two Old Laurentians team faced Malvern at Rugby on Saturday. Playing into the storm in the first half, Malvern weathered the initial onslaught from the OL's, only conceding a 12th minute penalty
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MALVERN RFC 89pts, LICHFIELD 0pts
MALVERN RFC players have pledged themselves to an ethic of excellence. It may not always work, and until last Saturday, by their own admission, they hadn't reached their self-set standards. However, it was always going to happen, and at Spring Lane, with
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MALVERN 20pts, WOLVERHAMPTON 15pts
IN the final match of last season Malvern annihilated a Wolves side which only escaped relegation due to the reconstruction of the league system - what a difference a close season makes! The Men in Black came to Spring Lane as Midlands Two West league
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Pledge to villagers over hall
VILLAGERS in Norton and Lenchwick have been assured they will never be without a village hall. Concerns were first raised after rumours the relatively new village hall in Norton was to be knocked down as part of a planned development on the adjacent Working
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Woman cat-napped as 100 fresh pintas went missing
A WARNDON woman cat-napped in her car while a friend took more than 100 pints of milk from a corner shop doorstep. Paula Slemp claimed she only realised the snatch had taken place when officers stopped her later in the day and discovered half the £73.51
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Tackling bad behaviour
A MULTI-AGENCY task force, involving police, the public and community bodies could prove the way forward in stamping out anti-social behaviour in Droitwich. The initiative was put forward at a meeting organised by Mid-Worcestershire MP Peter Luff in an
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Rival groups out in force as hunt resumes after foot and mouth
HUNTSMEN and women attending the traditional Boxing Day meet in Droitwich Spa were greeted by angry animal rights protesters. The Worcestershire Hunt met at the Raven Hotel, in St Andrew's Street, at 11am - marking its first major hunt since the foot
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Best foot forward for ski challenge
LANDLORD Paul Brooker is planning to start the New Year with a strict fitness regime after being holed-up behind the bar in the Farmers Arms at Kempsey, for a fortnight. The 51-year-old, who weighs in at 17-and-a-half stone, is planning to take part in
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Addict blamed Afghan war for 'bulk buy'
A MIDDLE-aged cannabis addict bought a £200 block of resin to last a few months to avoid the "poor quality" currently available. Police investigators found a "nine-bar", part of another block and a small amount of cannabis bush - with a total street value
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Centre too small for sleep-overs
A HOMELESS centre in Worcester is seeking bigger premises to cope with rising demand from people sleeping rough in the city. The Maggs Day Centre is being stretched to bursting point as volunteers work round-the-clock to give people shelter from the current
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Award-winners
TWO Droitwich workers were named employees of the year for 2001 at Robert Wiseman Dairies' first Annual Employee Awards Oscars. Clerk Louise Thompson and machine operator Barinder Jassi work at the company's site at the Stonebridge Cross Business Park
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Beware the ice death...
DAREDEVIL youngsters tempted to play on ice during this winter's big freeze are being warned not to dice with death. The warning comes from firefighters and the police after children were seeing skating on ice in Stourport-on-Severn and a dog had to be
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Great holiday to Blackpool
RESIDENTS are being invited to grab their place on the town's annual seaside trip. The Advertiser has teamed up with the Rotary Club of Droitwich Spa to offer readers a summer holiday in Blackpool. For just £114, readers can enjoy a week-long stay at
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A case of three chairs for them, hip-hip-hooray!
A SCHOOL in Worcester is having trouble getting rid of its surplus furniture even though it is offering to give it away for free. Thornton House Special School was left with chairs, tables and computer trolleys after a large reorganisation and refurbishment
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West Malvern CORRESPONDENT: Colin Jackson Tel: 01684 577604
Five years ago, when Janet Whittlestone of Croft Farm Drive took on the job as one of West Malvern Parish Council's tree wardens, she little thought it would take her to the House of Lords! But that is just what happened on the Thursday before Christmas
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Small town beauty and village verse
THIS easy and enjoyable walk includes the chance to explore a remnant of the Forest of Arden and visit two tiny villages mentioned in a verse attributed to Shakespeare. The walk begins in Alcester, probably the most attractive small town in Warwickshire
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4/1/02 - Malvern look for more points
MALVERN Rugby Club will be looking to continue their improved form in Midlands One when Longton visit Spring Lane tomorrow (Saturday). At the half way stage in the league fixtures, Malvern have picked up ten points and director of rugby Dave Robins is
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OCS, Nickleback to pull in the fans
SOME of the hottest names in the music business will ensure that two Wolverhampton venues pull in the crowds in the first part of 2002. Nickleback and Birmingham band Ocean Colour Scene are two of the names booked in to play Wolverhampton Civic Hall and
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Indie treat at the Brewery Tap
FOLLOWING the great response to Boozestock 2001, Rhythm & Booze fanzine will be presenting two of the hottest indie acts on the local circuit. Seymour and Crazyface will be pounding out their sounds at the Brewery Tap, Lowesmoor, Worcester on Sunday
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We need to see Maggs prosper
IT'S our educated guess that many people sitting comfortably in their homes across the Faithful City will read today's Page 2 story about Magg's Day Centre and wonder what it might have to do with them. That would be understandable. After all, the centre's
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Torquay v Kidderminster
There will be no live reports from Kidderminster Harriers' away game with Torquay United today (Saturday, January 5). We apologise for the interruption in our usual service which will be resumed when Harriers entertain Luton at Aggborough on Tuesday night
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4/01/02 - Malvern look for more points
MALVERN Rugby Club will be looking to continue their improved form in Midlands One when Longton visit Spring Lane tomorrow (Saturday). At the half way stage in the league fixtures, Malvern have picked up ten points and director of rugby Dave Robins is
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4/01/02 - Cup semi for the Rangers
MALVERN Rangers' scheduled home Express & Star West Midland League Division One (South) fixture against Bustleholme Reserves on Saturday was postponed a couple of weeks ago because the council staff were on their festive holidays and Rangers were
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Two dead as car overturns
THE parents of a woman killed in a car crash near Upton-upon-Severn told this week how she had only just realised her "lifetime dream" of becoming a hairdresser. Twenty two-year-old Cheryl Lewis was in a sports car being driven by her fiance, Paul Kitsull
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Barratt hails stadium deal
HOUSEBUILDER Barratt says it is delighted with the deal to buy Malvern Town Football Club's Langland stadium. The company exchanged contracts with the club just before Christmas, after ten months of negotiations. But the club will have to find a new stadium
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4/1/02 - Rovers looking to close the gap
BROMSGROVE Rovers have the chance to cut the gap at the top of the Midland Alliance with a difficult trip to leaders Stratford Town tomorrow (3pm). Captain Morgan Brookes is set to return after a bout of tonsillitis and strikers Sam Bowen and Matt Coppin
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Fed up with bad parking
I HAVE just returned from a trip into Great Malvern and am becoming increasingly amazed by the illegal parking. Of course, there are the now commonplace offenders with which we are all familiar - outside Lloyds Bank on Belle Vue Terrace (making it extremely
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Council Tax is still too much
READERS will have noted the Malvern Town Council precept for 2002/03 has been reduced marginally over that imposed for 2001/02, to a figure of £815,000 which needs to be put into context. This small improvement, though welcome, is in no way satisfactory
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Idea a nonstarter
THE notion that MHDC is contemplating selling the Malvern Theatres complex to anybody is subject to two main questions: 1. Does the council have the right to sell the complex in the first place. No doubt the lawyers will scrutinise the archives, as they
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Arrest on a whim
WE should all be concerned by the case of the British plane-spotters arrested in Greece if our Government gets its way over the proposed new European Union arrest warrant. The New-Labour control-freaks are rushing to implement all sorts of laws under
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Phone warnings were to no avail
THE roofs of four unused garages in Sherrard's Green that had become a target for vandals collapsed onto an abandoned car on Monday. Although nobody was injured in the incident, resident Eric Williams, of nearby Pound Bank Road, claims he had spent all
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Visions for future of town revealed
TWO Herefordshire councillors have outlined different and controversial visions for the future of traffic management in Ledbury. Marcle Ridge councillor Don Rule has suggested pedestrianising the whole of the town centre while Barry Ashton, councillor
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Club scores with new 25-year deal
Ledbury Town Football Club is celebrating securing a 25-year lease on its ground. The club has signed an out-of-court settlement with the private owner of the land, just off New Street, bringing to a close the uncertainty that has rumbled on for nearly
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Flavour hills experience
THE smell of fresh coffee is to add flavour to the Malvern Hills experience. Malvern Hills Conservators this week approved a plan to provide coffee stalls at six sites on the hills, adding to the existing ice cream stands. The decision follows a request
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Clarke suffers injury setback
BEN Clarke has been ruled out of Worcester Rugby Club's clash with Manchester tomorrow. The former England star is not included in the 22-man squad for the National One clash after suffering a hamstring injury. Clarke, however, may not be the only player
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Groups in running for Euro handouts
VOLUNTARY groups that tackle social exclusion in Worcestershire and Herefordshire will be in Malvern on Tuesday (January 11) to bid for a slice of European funding. Outreach worker Rosemary Collie will be listening to representations from more than 20
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Hadley set to remain at City
WORCESTER City are confident of keeping on-loan Kidderminster Harriers striker Stewart Hadley for another month. Hadley, who has scored twice in six games for City including an injury-time winner at Weymouth last week, is due to play his last game at
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Defensive role again for Danny
MIDFIELDER Danny Williams is to continue as a stand-in centre half for Kidderminster Harriers when they visit struggling Torquay United in a Nationwide League Division Three clash at Plainmoor tomorrow (3pm). Williams impressed manager Jan Molby after
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Village wins ally for speed battle
A PARISH council has welcomed support from a leading rural organisation in its battle to get speed cameras installed. Leigh Sinton Parish Council believes cameras would help enforce speed limits on approaches into the village. The county branch of the
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Robins can still hit the heights
BOSS Phil Mullen expects his Evesham United side to hit the heights in the Dr Martens Western Division but not until March at the earliest. The Robins have suffered a disappointing month including the loss of six points due to Bloxwich Town's withdrawal
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Singing with joy!
SINGERS of all abilities will converge on West Malvern later this month as they attempt to hit the right note at a vocal workshop. Sing, Sing, Sing! is a class run by Eckington-based Hilary Davies, who has more than 20 years experience singing in folk
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Blackmore puts the boot in
DROITWICH were boosted by the return of Ian Craig and Matt Blackmore and recorded a good win at Dunlop on December 22. The home side started well with a number of attacks through the forwards but the Droitwich pack held firm and it led to an early penalty
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News items down the years
1802: J. Tymbs, Printer of this Paper, stationer, bookbinder, medicine vendor and stamp distributor, begs leave to inform the public that he has removed from The Cross to his new premises at No.53 High Street where he trusts he shall experience a continuance
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Grey day for Hunters
IN Division Three of the Bromsgrove Advertiser/Messenger District Football League Greyhound Hunters were beaten 4-3 by visitors Sporting Harbourne on December 23. Alex Crawford, Ian West and Gareth Hall netted for the home side but it wasn't enough as
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Kidderminster Grammar School - 1951
THIS picture is of a successful Kidderminster Grammar School rugby team from March 1951. It includes Paul Bloomer, who played for England schoolboys. Several of the team represented Worcestershire and Herefordshire schools. Tony Bishop, a veteran journalist
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Opponents are Gannon fodder for winner Barry
PRE-CHRISTMAS matches got under way on Tuesday with the Starlets Veterans holding their event on Moorlands Farm's Meadow Pool. Dave Hinde (Redditch) was feeder fishing bronze maggots at peg 28 for four carp, scaling in at 18-9-0. Second was Peter Taylor
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4/01/02 - Historian is cricket evening's speaker
CRICKET historian and author Dr Andrew Hignell is the speaker at Worcestershire County Cricket Club's next winter cricket evening on Tuesday ( January 8). He will speak on Rain Stops Play, a resume on the weather's effect on our enjoyment of the game.
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4/01/02 - Coaching for Colwall boys
COLWALL Cricket Club is once again providing professional coaching for its youth cricketers during January and February at Ledbury's John Masefield High School. The club's youth team managers have selected 24 youngsters aged between 10 and 18 years for
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Answered advert
A RUBERY starlet treaded the boards for first time after answering an advertisement for a drama group published in the Advertiser/Messenger. Victoria Ayres of Holywell Lane joined the Alvechurch Amateur Dramatics Society and starred in festive favourite
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What's on at your local cinema
HARRY POTTER (PG) Harry and his wizarding chums Ron and Hermione face the terror of You-Know-Who. Odeon Worcester 1.30, 4.45, 8.00. UCI Merry Hill (10.45, 1.15, 2.15 Not Tue, 4.50, 5.45 Not Tues, 8.15 Fri-Tues) (2.15, 4.50, 5.45, 8.15 Wed/Thur) Fri/Sat
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Slap those thighs!
DICK Whittington and his cat will be taking to a Droitwich stage next week.....all together 'oh no he won't, oh yes he will!' In true panto style, visitors to the Norbury Theatre can look forward to lots of laughs, colourful costumes and plenty of audience
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Gig gives a break from work on CD
MALVERN-based hardcore group Rhesus take a break from putting the finishing touches to their forthcoming debut CD to play tonight's gig (Friday) at Evesham Rowing Club. The four-piece, which hails from Malvern, Alfrick and Worcester, met while students
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Turning back the clock
A mixture from the golden age of jazz and show tunes is set to delight some of Here-fordshire's oldest residents. Off-the-wall local group the Poplar Trio will be playing songs from the 20s to the 50s at residential homes in the county, including Ledbury
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Hardy bunch back in the city
THE Mellstock Band, which play dances, songs, carols and music of English village and church bands from the 18th Century to the present day, make a return to Worc-ester later this month. The band play the city's Huntingdon Hall on Saturday, January 19
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Hear the latest work
MALVERN-based reggae musician Ben Okafor, who was featured in the Gazette & Reporter last month, will be performing songs from his latest album, Coffee with Lazarus, at the Huntingdon Hall in Worcester, on Tuesday, January 15. The Nigerian-born artist
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What's on guide
Thursday January 3 Show: Me and My Girl, Alexandra Theatre, Station Street, Birmingham. Until January 15. Music: Keith the Biggs 50th Birthday Bash, Robin RnB Club 1, Merryhill. Jazz: The Dizzy Club, Fiddle and Bone, Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, 8pm.
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Festive award for Serendipity
CELEBRATIONS were in the air for the owners of a Bromsgrove shop after it bagged one of the most sought after awards competed for by town traders - the Most Christmassy Window in Bromsgrove title. The winner of the Christmas 2001 award was Serendipity
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Residents take 'hump'
WORRIED Stoneyhill residents concerned about a "hump-and-bump theme park" near their homes have launched a campaign urging traffic bosses to re-think the scheme. Householders in East, North and West roads, along with those in College Road, are hoping
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Special Christmas delivery brought much joy
WHILE most people were patiently awaiting the arrival of Santa with his sack full of goodies, two Bromsgrove households were celebrating a delivery of a different kind. Two babies were born on Christmas Day to Bromsgrove parents at the Alexandra Hospital
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Health merger plan looks set to get go-ahead
CONTROVERSIAL plans to form a new "super authority" look set to go ahead this year, meaning Worcestershire Health Authority will soon merge with three other Midland authorities. Ministers have decided to press ahead with the plans to merge Worcestershire
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Those wheels kept on turning
AN energetic cyclist, who saddled up for the Bromsgrove bikeathon has been awarded for his fundraising efforts. John Mitchell, from Bentley, near Bromsgrove, was the top individual fundraiser at the annual event, collecting over £900 for the Leukaemia
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The older influence
OLDER people in Bromsgrove and Droitwich Spa are to have more say in how public services are run following the appointment of a pensioners' "tsar." Worcestershire County Council's social services department has teamed up with a number of other agencies
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Call for cameras
SPEED cameras at the approach to every town and village in Britain is the most effective way of reducing speeding, it was claimed this week. Making the call is Peter Sturgeon from Belbroughton, vice chairman of the Worcestershire branch of the Council
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Magical memories of the bygone age of steam trains
STEAM trains always evoke plenty of memories, and a new book is bound to do just that. Birmingham-Bristol, Portrait of a Famous Midland Route, is a somewhat long title, but you know exactly what you're getting because of this - a largely pictorial history
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Reunited after 55 years
A RUBERY woman spent her first New Year's day ever with her brother yesterday, following a tearful reunion after more than 55 years apart. Jacquie Barlow, of Leach Heath Lane, had been searching for her brother, Peter Tancred, of Spalding, Lincolnshire
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Crackdown on graffiti vandals
A VICTIM of graffiti artists is calling on residents and shopkeepers to help Droitwich Spa crack down on vandals. Roy Hadland, of Hadland Auto Tec, discovered his North Street premises had been attacked by spray painters when he returned to work after
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Exhibitions in and around Worcester
Rare Drawings and watercolours by Dr Edward Wilson go on display at Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum. Dec 1- March 2002. For further details. Information Officer on 01242 237431. Drokpa- people of the Solitude's. an intimate portrait of nomadic life
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What's on at a theatre near you
Cinderella. Until Jan 12. The Everyman Theatre. Gloucestershire. Box Office 01242 572573. Charles Dickens 'A Christmas Carol'. Dec 1-Jan 5 2002. Swan Theatre, The Moors, Worcester. (Box Office 01905 27322). Dick Whittington. Dec 7-Jan 12. Roses Theatre
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Taking up New Year challenge
HOW about making 2002 a year to remember by asking all your readers to take up Breakthrough Breast Cancer's £1000 challenge? They'd be in good company - many of Breakthrough's celebrity supporters have already raised £1,000 or more for Breakthrough's
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No reason to run out of stamps...
WHILE I agree with Terry James (Evening News, December 24) that it's frustrating most Post Offices ran out of Christmas second class stamps before the last posting date, I must take issue with him regarding his statement that they also ran out of definitive
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It's not just men... we want women as well!
I READ with interest your editorial (Evening News, December 19) headed "Taking a step in the right direction". I was pleased to see your words of support but make the point, to avoid any confusion which may exist in the minds of your many readers, with
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City writer wins national award
A WORCESTER playwright is celebrating after scooping a prestigious national writing award in recognition of his thought-provoking work. Lance Woodman has been given the Pearson Award for his work Red Skies over the Severn, which received widespread acclaim
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The magic of Malvern in the spring
THERE must be a few other provincial playhouses that wish they could have some of the magical acts lined-up by Malvern Theatres for its spring programme. Jerry Hall, Clive James, Tony Benn and Susan Hampshire are a few of the big names booked to appear
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Annie's delicate balancing act
The Only Boy for Me, by Gil McNeil (Bloomsbury, £10) WHAT a life! Annie Baker has a male who dotes on her, an idyllic life in the country, and a job she just loves. The girl has it made. But look closer, because all is not as it seems. The male is her
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Making marriage more fun for modern woman
Wifework, by Susan Maushart (Bloomsbury, £10.99) IN the 90s Girl Power picked up where feminism left off and created a whole new generation of empowered young females. But new book Wifework, by Susan Maushart, argues that the balance between men and women
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Kicking sand in other directions
DEAR EDITOR - YOUR recent front page main story "Letters are Cruel" - regarding a slimming mail shot really got to me. It is only now, some few days later, that I can bear to sit down and pen these few lines. It is not just the ladies who suffer in this
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Offering hope to UEF workforce
DEAR EDITOR - I would like to compliment through your pages, the hard work of my Labour colleagues on Bromsgrove District Council, led by Cllr Peter McDonald, and the officials of the AEEU, who have been representing the workers at the threatened UEF
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Dig out coins and help others
DEAR EDITOR - The turn of the year saw the notes and coins of 12 E U countries being withdrawn in favour of the Euro. They are:- Austria, Belgium, France, Finland, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal and Spain. Therefore
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Family search
DEAR EDITOR - I am hoping someone, somewhere in the Bromsgrove and Droitwich areas can give me information relating to Florence Gertrude Lewis (nee Keight - born 16-11-1894). Also Herbert William Lewis known as Bert. Kathleen Muriel Lewis (born 20-03-
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Helping hands
DEAR EDITOR - THROUGH the Letters page may I be allowed to thank the person who came to my assistance after my fall in Corbett Avenue, Droitwich, on December 11, and who then remained with me until the paramedic Paul arrived. I am most grateful. I thank
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29/12/01 - Holmans spot on for Town
MALVERN Town emerged with all three points in their last game of 2001 with a hard earned victory over visitors Little Drayton Rangers at Langland Stadium on Saturday. The win came thanks to Keith Holmans twice converting spot kicks. MALVERN TOWN 4, LITTLE
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What's on
Theatre January Until Jan 5-Cinderella at the Festival Theatre, Malvern Theatres. 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 5pm & 7pm. £8-£16. Box Office (01684) 892277. Cinemas Malvern Cinema: Harry Potter & the Philosopher's Stone (PG) 2pm daily, 6.30pm daily Odeon Worcester
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100 years ago January 4, 1902
SOME pub landlords in Bromsgrove had already found a loophole in the new act which came into force on January 1, banning children under 14 from buying intoxicating liquor - they fastened down the corks with gummed paper. 100 years ago January 4, 1902
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ROVERS FACE TOUGH TEST
BROMSGROVE Rovers hope to start the New Year with a bang as they prepare for their biggest Midland Football Alliance game of the season so far. The Greens visit league high-flyers Stratford Town on Saturday knowing that defeat could seriously hamper their
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All change for the euro
AS steadfast Sterling-lovers, we may have turned a blind eye to the launch of the single currency on Tuesday. But with 12 of the European Union's 15 member states discarding their national currencies to adopt new euro notes and coins, UK consumers may
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Two men in death crash
A MAN from Ashton-under-Hill, Evesham, was one of two who died in an accident last Sunday. The 46-year-old - he has not yet been named by police - was driving a white BMW 318 car which was in collision with a TVR driven by a 24-year-old man from Islington
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Marv-el Blake secures points
ROVERS made it six points in 72 hours thanks to a first half brace from Marvin Blake. Bromsgrove Rovers (2) 2 Halesowen Harriers (0) 1 Midland Football Alliance The game at home to Halesowen Harriers on December 22 was a keenly contested local derby.
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Men in black
TWO Bromsgrove soccer referees have been honoured for blowing the whistle for 30 years. Basil Gough and John Harris received their long-service awards from the Worcestershire Football Association. They are well respected by the town's soccer fraternity
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This time you will need to tell every soul
MUSIC-lovers can look forward to a soulful performance when a swinging band makes a welcome return back to Bromsgrove. The Official Receivers will be appearing at the DDS and S Club to raise much-needed cash for the Primrose Hospice and Cancer Help Centre
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It's Easy to see they're ready to rock and roll
THERE is no rest for the wicked as a bunch of Bromsgrove rockers are tuning up ready for their first gig of the New Year. Easy will be the headline act at the Old Mill, in Northfield, on Saturday. It could be one of the last chances to see vocalist Danny
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4/01/02 - Keepers show worth at Powick
POWICK Saturday side played Inkberrow at Powick and in the first half Powick had two chances and the Inkberrow keeper made excellent saves. POWICK 0, INKBERROW 0 The second half was the same as the first but this time it was Adrian Whittal-Williams in
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Cashing in on the launch of euro
WHILE people everywhere are jumping up and down about the euro, a Malvern company is laughing all the way to the bank. Automated Packaging Systems is busy producing more than six million plastic bags to be used for euro starter kits in Belgium. The order
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Promoting rural life and voluntary initiative
AN organisation that supports the voluntary sector has been celebrating the achievements of some of its volunteers. Community First is a not-for-profit organisation, based in Malvern, that aims to promote voluntary action and improve rural life. Young
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4/1/02 - Defensive role again for Danny
MIDFIELDER Danny Williams is to continue as a stand-in centre half for Kidderminster Harriers when they visit struggling Torquay United in a Nationwide League Division Three clash at Plainmoor tomorrow (3pm). Williams impressed manager Jan Molby after
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HINCKLEY 14pts, MALVERN 5pts
MIDLANDS Two West champions Malvern travelled to a quagmire of a Hinckley pitch last Saturday and surrendered their unbeaten league record. There was little between the two sides in the opening exchanges, the visitors holding the spirited young Leicestershire
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MALVERN 6pts, LUCTONIANS 5pts
A DROP goal by Andy Longley 10 minutes from time saw Malvern secure promotion in front of the largest crowd of the season at Spring Lane. It was always going to be close between a Malvern squad racked with injury problems and a young Luctonians side who
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4/1/02 - Proud Mick takes over at Tolladine
TOLLADINE Golf Club's new captain Mick McMahon admits he was surprised but delighted to be nominated to succeed Mike Day. The 39-year-old has been involved in the club for five years and as captain is aiming to promote Saturday morning golf. Mick, who
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LICHFIELD 13pts, MALVERN 29pts
MALVERN took a further step towards the Midlands 2 West league title with a comprehensive first half demolition of a doomed Lichfield side at the superbly appointed Cookes Field. Three year ago the Staffs side were playing National League rugby, but have
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BELGRAVE 19pts, MALVERN 25pts
MALVERN travelled to Belgrave's North Leicester ground aware that this could be a game full of pitfalls, the East Midlanders playing for Midlands Two West league survival. Starting well, they worked the ball to the home 22 metre area, Jon Owen popping
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MALVERN 39pts, DERBY 30pts
MALVERN played their first match on the new first XV pitch at Spring Lane last Saturday against a spirited Derby side who refused to lay down and die after a storming opening period by the home side. Setting out their stall according to the pre-match
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4/01/02 - New point to point season is under starter's orders
THE 2001 point to point season had to be curtailed following the foot and mouth outbreaks and, as a result, only 30 of the 209 scheduled meetings took place. National Hunt racing recovered quickly because it was able to comply with the strict biosecurity
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4/01/02 - Fixtures ...
SATURDAY FOOTBALL EXPRESS & STAR WEST MIDLAND LEAGUE Premier Division: Malvern Town v Dudley Town, Ledbury Town v Brierley Hill & Hagley Alliance, Bromyard Town v Wolverhampton United. Division One South: Bustleholme Reserves v Malvern Town Reserves
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SELLY OAK 16pts, MALVERN 29pts
A GREY, bitterly cold Saturday afternoon on a Birmingham Corporation pitch two days before Christmas - not calculated to inspire great feats on the rugby field, but nonetheless a game which had to be played against a Selly Oak side who proved far better
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MALVERN 30pts, BROMSGROVE 13pts
THIS comprehensive Malvern Midlands Two West victory was marred by a serious injury to influential number eight Mark Gaubert, who suffered a double fracture to his ankle just before half time. Malvern took the lead in the second minute with a Longley
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LUCTONIANS 3 PTS, MALVERN 6 PTS
THIS top of the table clash at Mortimer Park was a game for the purist and on a heavy pitch, only playable because of a 1000 gallon "hoovering" the previous day, it was imperative to play to the conditions, and Malvern did this admirably. Whilst the sharp
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Late change was much appreciated
THE cockles of many hearts were warmed when the Alexandra theatre staged their Christmas extravaganza to an appreciative audience. It is hard to believe Me and My Girl was created at the last minute; Saturday Night Fever was originally planned to headline
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MALVERN 29pts, SUTTON COLDFIELD 18pts
MALVERN took advantage of Hinckley's postponed match to go two points clear at the top of the Midlands Two West league table with this hard-earned win at Spring Lane. On a windy day and a muddy pitch the conditions were not ideal for running rugby and
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Bumper payout to pumphouse plan
A HOST of projects throughout Worcestershire and Herefordshire have been given grants worth almost £200,000 to build on their environmental work. The grants have come from the Welcome to our Future (Local Agenda 21) scheme through the auspices of the
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Dedicated lorry lanes on cards?
DEDICATED lorry lanes on the M5 and M6 are inevitable because freight could literally be going off the rails, it is claimed. This warning comes from the Rail Freight Group, which fears an increase of high-speed Virgin passenger trains along the West Coast
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Mixed reaction to nature plan
A PROPOSED creation of a wetland area at Longdon Marsh has been criticised by a district councillor because it would bring little benefit to Upton-upon-Severn. But a leading nature conservationist said there was reason to be optimistic. It had been claimed
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Boxes of delight for homeless
A CHRISTMAS box appeal to provide gifts for Worcester's homeless has been labelled a great success. Maggs Day Centre, St Paul's Hostel and the Women's Refuge all benefited from the wrapped parcels of food, clothing and basic essentials, thanks to the
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BOSBURY Correspondent: Mrs R Krinks Tel: 01531 640076
THE Christmas services at Holy Trinity, Bosbury, were well attended with families and friends joining the regular worshippers. On Sunday, December 23 we began our carol service in the traditional way with a solo verse of Once in Royal David's City sung
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STAUNTON Correspondent: U Groves-Smith Tel: 01452 840273
FIFTEEN members of Staunton & District Rambling Club met at the home of the leaders of the December walk, David and Gill Redmond in Tirley. The walk progressed from Ridlers End towards Tirley Hill and on to Great House Lane into Hasfield Parish with
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4/1/02 - Clarke suffers injury setback
BEN Clarke has been ruled out of Worcester Rugby Club's clash with Manchester tomorrow. The former England star is not included in the 22-man squad for the National One clash after suffering a hamstring injury. Clarke, however, may not be the only player
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3/1/02 - Keast in pledge to turn on style
ANDY Keast swept through Worcester Rugby Club's revolving doors today promising fans 'total rugby'. The 39-year-old coach stepped into Steve Townend's shoes as the former Wakefield man left Sixways after just four months of the season gone. Worcester's
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Chopin with style and flourish...
Chopin (Various piano works) ACCLAIMED soloist Vladimir Ashkenazy, though longer in the tooth these days, still has the power and perception to present Chopin with style and flourish. Few would pretend that the maestro still displays the grace and passion
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4/1/02 - Hadley set to remain at City
WORCESTER City are confident of keeping on-loan Kidderminster Harriers striker Stewart Hadley for another month. Hadley, who has scored twice in six games for City including an injury-time winner at Weymouth last week, is due to play his last game at
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4/01/02 - Town looking to repeat win
MALVERN Town play host to bottom of the league Dudley Town in the Express and Star League Premier Division on Saturday (2.45). Town will be hoping to repeat their 3-0 success at Dudley back in November and will feel confident of doing so. They picked
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4/01/02 - Re-arranged league game for Upton
UPTON Rugby Club will be hoping for two more North Midlands One points tomorrow (Saturday) when they visit Warley in a re-arranged game. Basement club Warley have lost all their nine fixtures to date so Upton would be disappoined with anything less than
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Putley Celebrates the Millennium n Book review
For those knowing a little or a lot about Putley, this book proves to be a pleasant people's history of the 20th century in the Herefordshire village. The history is mainly told through the reminiscences of villagers on the slow steps into modernity of
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4/01/02 - Tips from former world champion
ANGLERS from the Malvern area will be able to get tips and advice from one of the country's most respected former world coarse fishing champions when Ian Heaps visits the county this month. After years of touring the country and sharing his experiences
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Locals were pressing for action
RESIDENTS in the area where Paul Kitshull and Cheryl Lewis were killed claim the accident should have been avoided. John Lamb, of West Bank, has been campaigning for a lower speed limit on the A4104 for years and is leading renewed calls. Describing the
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Expansion is opposed
MALVERN'S trade association says it is totally opposed to a plan by Safeway to enlarge its Malvern Link supermarket by more than 50 per cent. The store wants to put greater emphasis on health, beauty and personal care, mother and baby goods, home entertainment
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Firm has euro contract in bag
MILLIONS of plastic bags made in a Malvern factory were opened on New Year's Day as much of Europe converted to the new single currency. Enigma Park-based Automated Packaging Systems won a £100,000 contract earlier this year to make bags for 'starter
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Chart success for music trio
MALVERN musicians Duke and Sherrie Ashton and David Lowe tasted pop chart success this Christmas - with a little help from the Tweenies. They penned and performed the B-side to the Christmas Top Ten hit, It's Christmas Time, by the BBC children's characters
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Staff come to rescue in flood
SEVERAL inches of water flooded Malvern's Safeway supermarket after a mains burst on New Year's Day. An automatic alarm alerted firefighters at 7.40am, after water pressure in the sprinkler system fell. Fire crews could not get into the building, so they
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Stock Market floatation of QinetiQ put on hold
GOVERNMENT plans to float QinetiQ on the Stock Exchange have been put on hold due to deteriorating market conditions and the fall-out from the Railtrack affair. The Ministry of Defence originally announced two years ago that it hoped to launch an initial
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Knighthoods for local pair in New Year Honours
TWO men from the Malvern area were celebrating this week after being given knighthoods in the Queen's New Year Honours List. Knightwick professor David Kerr was honoured for his contribution to cancer research, while Sir Michael Perry, from Alfrick, was
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'Goodliest view in England'
WITH the debate over the future of Malvern well and truly joined, and the recovery of the stolen Toposcope as a prompt, we should remember that many who are not able to walk very far may never have the chance to see it in its proper place and enjoy the
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Nursery firm aims at growth for site
BOOMING business at a Bransford plant wholesaler has encouraged the firm to submit an application to extend its site. John Tooby and Company has applied to Malvern Hills District Council for permission to put polytunnels and a glasshouse at its Bransford
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Barclays to stay put
Barclays Bank has abandoned plans to move from its offices in Worcester Road, Malvern. The bank was given planning permission in 1999 to take over 47-51 Church Street - the old Priory Cleaners. But a bank spokesperson said this week the move was no longer
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Sorry situation
SO the Government of the day is intending to produce a league of tables showing how value for money are the local county councils nation-wide. Oh dear, how will Herefordshire Council fare in this league of tables ... not in the top 100 I feel - most probably
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It's business as usual for firm
FEARS that the events of September 11 and the subsequent war on terrorism could jeopardise the future of an international sorting company in Malvern have proved unfounded. Christchurch Road-based Wordsworth International has reported few of the losses
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Call for planning training
THE Country Land and Business Association, (CLA) is calling for compulsory training for district councillors involved in the planning process. The CLA says the training would help members, such as the members who sit on Malvern Hills District Council's
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Sad comment
MALVERN Hills District Council continues to make a dog's breakfast of its responsibilities to the arts and culture of the area. If it had implemented just one key recommendation, an Arts Forum, from its commissioned (but entirely neglected) £25,000 enquiry
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Surgery wins national award
THE Avenue Veterinary Centre, in Malvern, has been named the first winner of a nationwide business challenge. The Intervet Lifelong Challenge, in conjunction with Pinnacle Pet Healthcare, will be awarded quarterly to practices showing an outstanding commitment
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Lidl submits new store plan
A DISCOUNT supermarket company is making a second attempt to set up shop in Malvern Link. The German chain Lidl wants to convert the former eurohaus premises off Worcester Road. A previous application for the same site was thrown out by Malvern Hills
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Friendly occasion
MY very best thanks to you and your staff for the delightful morning you entertained us to. It was such a warm and friendly occasion, a meeting of many friends and acquaintances - indeed a lovely atmosphere, and deeply appreciated by many. Thank you all
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Reform could stop the system working
IT is one of the ironies of the British Parliament that it is some of those things which make the least sense to the outsider looking in that actually make the system work. One of the problems facing the Government in trying to 'modernise' parliament
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Pubs getting new support
HELP is on its way in the fight to save Worcestershire and Herefordshire village pubs from possible extinction. The Council for the Protection of Rural England (CPRE) announced it is to join forces with real ale campaigners CAMRA on the issue. With 200
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Projects share environment cash
A WETLAND conservation area near Upton is one of three local projects to receive funding from the Severn Waste Environmental Fund to help improve environmental sustainability. A £50,000 Agenda 21 grant has been awarded to the Worcestershire Wildlife Trust
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Aid worker moved by Afghan courage
A MALVERN aid worker who went behind the lines in Afghanistan has told how he found people happily going about their daily business despite the ravages of war. Chris Dyer, who returned home to North Malvern in time for Christmas, was based in Herat, in
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Opinion
DAIRY farmer Terry Jeynes was so fed up with reading about crime in the newspaper two weeks after it happened that he has set up his own website www.ruralwatch.co.uk to help fight crime in rural areas. West Mercia Police say the force has not ruled out
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Wardens to crack down
COLWALL sub-postmaster Ron Wills has welcomed moves by Hereford-shire Council to increase the number of traffic wardens patrolling the village. Mr Wills said he hoped the extra coverage, which is part of a countywide initiative would deter motorists from
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Confident Bulls aiming to pile on misery at Green
HEREFORD United will be hoping Forest Green Rovers leak yet more goals in their Nationwide Conference clash at The Lawn tomorrow (3pm). Boston United fired six past Rovers last week and despite the fact both teams being locked together in 14th and 15th
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Children create window wonder
A replica stained-glass window has so impressed members of a church that they are thinking of sending it to the Post Office for consideration as a future Christmas stamp. The window was created by children from the Sunday school at St Matthias', in Malvern
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Hackman: As tough as they come
GENE Hackman may be on the wrong side of 70, but the Hollywood tough guy is still not someone to be messed with. The double Oscar-winner retains the flinty features and a hint of danger that has characterised his 40-year career as an actor. The ex-marine
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Swifts out to gain revenge
STOURPORT Swifts have an early chance to avenge a drubbing at the hands of Weston-Super-Mare when they play them at Walshes Meadow tomorrow (3pm). Player-manager Tim Langford described last month's 4-1 defeat as the worst performance in his time in charge
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Rovers looking to close the gap
BROMSGROVE Rovers have the chance to cut the gap at the top of the Midland Alliance with a difficult trip to leaders Stratford Town tomorrow (3pm). Captain Morgan Brookes is set to return after a bout of tonsillitis and strikers Sam Bowen and Matt Coppin
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Shakespeare star Grant doubles up
SHAKESPEARE still-water expert Grant Albutt showed why he is regarded by many as the top match angler in the country at the moment when he won last weekend's inaugural Ultimate Doubles Final at the Moorlands Farm complex. The event, which guaranteed a
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A frosty reception
THE Midlands Two West game between Bromsgrove RFC Firsts and Sutton Coldfield was postponed on December 22 because of frost. A decision was left until a few minutes before the scheduled kick off time - much to the annoyance of players and Town's travelling
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General thumps the tub for British Army
ONE of Worcestershire's most illustrious soldiers of the 20th Century was in fine form when he gave a speech to a packed audience at Worcester Guildhall this week half-a-century ago. General Sir Richard Gale, then Britain's Director-General of Military
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Revolts staged by ratepayers, workhouse men
BERROW'S Journal for this week a century ago carried the dramatic headline: "Ratepayers of Worcester in Revolt". It seems that the rateable value of all houses, shops, offices, pubs and factories across the city had just been officially re-assessed for
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Warning to all parties to be aware of changes to alter planning route
DEAR EDITOR - WE in Worcestershire are indeed lucky to live is such a pleasant part of the country, however, local councillors of all parties will need to carefully consider the proposal from Stephen Byers, Secretary for Transport and Local Government
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St John's School, Kidderminster - 1908
The pupils of St John's School, Kidderminster, are featured in this picture, taken in 1908. The photograph was submitted by Mick Shuck of Areley Kings, an independent financial adviser who played for the Harriers and was a member of Cookley Cricket Team
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4/01/02 - Nomads look back on an enjoyable season
DESPITE a season of variable success on the field, Worcester Nomads Cricket Club look back on an enjoyable year with enough members to field five senior teams every weekend, and moreover, a record number of young players from the age of under eight to
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Wanted - someone to bang their own drum
WERE you a dab hand with a wooden spoon and some pots and pans, as a child? Well, now could be your time to shine as a Droitwich theatre searches for a talented drummer for it's spectacular seasonal show. The Norbury Theatre is looking for a dynamic drummer
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Abbey event
MALVERN soprano Susan Black will be appearing at Pershore Abbey with the Worcester Philhar-monic Orchestra tomorrow (Satur-day). The programme includes Moz-art's Overture from Cosi Van Tutte, Schubert's Unfinished Symphony, Supp's Overture from Poet and
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Malvern musician joins Ric for Huntingdon gig
RIC Sanders, the violinist in Fairport Convention since 1985, is bringing his trio to Worc-ester's Huntingdon Hall next Friday, January 11. Playing alongside Ric will be well-known Malvern musician Vo Fletcher on guitar and percussionist Mike Gregory,
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29/12/01 - Malvern cruise to easy win
A MALVERN representative team, featuring players from the first to the fourths and a few up and coming youngsters, had too much ability for a spirited Wanderers side, running out winners by a goal and six tries without response. MALVERN A XV 37pts, WORCESTER
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Post crashes onto car
A RUBERY man had a lucky escape when he who got out of a car just minutes before a heavy concrete lamp-post crashed on top of it. Peter Smith, of Callowbrook Road, had not long moved his wife's Rover Sterling out of their garage and on to the road last
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Thwarted tip owner's fresh move
THE owner of the controversial Marlbrook tip, who has already spent £30,000 on his plan to turn the site into a golf course, is taking legal advice after planning experts threw out his application. Liberty Construction boss Eddy Mcintosh is taking legal
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4/01/02 - Moves behind the scenes
HAVING recently agreed to a three year contract with Barratts West Midlands to pursue the sale of their existing Langland Stadium site and move to a new state of the art facility, Malvern Town are already making moves behind the scenes. Town general manager
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Warning for Internet sales
A BUSINESS in Bromsgrove is one of scores across the county to be warned it faces legal action after ignoring laws to protect consumers buying over the Internet. A survey conducted by Worcestershire County Council's trading standards service has revealed
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Time to begin planning your jubilee celebrations
TOWN party-peoplewho enjoyed the New Year revelries are now being urged to think ahead to celebrations this June. Bromsgrove District Council is encouraging residents to plan celebrations for the Queen's Golden Jubilee well in advance, to ensure parties
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Map bound for America
BROMSGROVE fire fighters were honoured to receive a map of New York from four West Midlands companies, which is set to be presented to America's fire fighters over the next few months. The map, which is worth more than £700, was given to Bromsgrove fire
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Lessons from abroad will assist locally
MANY of Bromsgrove's schoolchildren are set to benefit from lessons learned in The Gambia, as a group of county specialists prepare to go on a venture to Africa. Once the team returns from the trip, which is scheduled to take place in February, they will
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Reduction of local eye care facilities could be on cards
BROMSGROVE patients in need of eye care could have to travel to Kidderminster or Worcester if the fears of a local health council are correct. Bromsgrove and Redditch Community Health Council (CHC) is worried that ophthalmic treatment at the Alexandra
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Lilian enjoys her big day
A FORMER Cofton Hackett lady celebrated her 100th birthday with cards, flowers and a telegram from the Queen. Lillian Halford, a resident at the St John's Nursing Home, Bromsgrove, enjoyed visits from family and friends, with a party in the afternoon,
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Top skills put to test
YOUNG people in Bromsgrove who have been working towards a qualification to improve their office skills have recently been rewarded for their efforts. A presentation was held at Bromsgrove School, Worcester Road, to celebrate the achievement of 26 young
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Staff vote says 'no confidence'
STAFF at the Alexandra Hospital say they have 'no confidence' in Worcestershire Health Authority. The vote at the hospital in Redditch, which was lead by the Medical Staff Committee just before Christmas, called for a number of directors from Worcestershire
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Airlifted to hospital
ONE person was airlifted to Selly Oak Hospital after a three-vehicle accident on the M5 near Bromsgrove. Fire fighters were called to the scene on the southbound carriageway between junction 4A at Bromsgrove and Junction 5, Wychbold on Wednesday December
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Events in and around Worcester
Sequence and Ballroom Dance. Jan 5. 8-11.30pm. Christopher Whitehead Girls School, Worcester. (01905 458407). Malvern Antiques & Collectors Fair. Jan 6. 10-5pm. Malvern Three Counties Showground. Over 250 quality stalls/restaurant and free parking
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What's on in the Music Scene this weekend
January 5 High Mileage. Barbourne Ex Servicemens Club, The Moors, Worcester. January 6 Adam Haywood. Barbourne Ex Servicemens Club, The Moors, Worcester.
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Time we had a regional system
LOCAL government is still largely based on historic or "cricket" counties. The system is obsolete. It has failed the people of this area utterly. The existing councils are both starved of funds by central government. Worcester should take within its boundaries
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Classical and easy listening guide
The King of Instruments - Illuminating talks on organs and organists by Dr Roy Massey MBE. Jan 10 7.30pm. Lumby Recital Room of the Elgar School of Music, Worcester. Tickets £5 Concessions £4. Tickets available from The Elgar School of Music, Deansway
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No interest in animals
THE Boxing Day meet of the Worcestershire Hunt, in Droitwich, provided proof yet again that the so-called "animal rights" fraternity have no interest whatsoever in animal welfare. Their main reason for attending the meet appears to be for hurling abuse
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Tony's triumph
BROMSGROVE'S Tony Boyle has been crowned West Midland Draughts League champion for 2001. He won his last two games and finished on equal points with Clive Doleman, from Droitwich. Tony was handed the title because he beat Clive during the season on his
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Life member honour for Gareth
MORE than 100 swimmers and parents attended Droitwich Dolphins' annual presentation night. Mayor Maureen Lawley and her husband, Cllr Don Lawley, made the presentations at the community hall, in Heritage Way. They congratulated the club on its performance
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Prince is a hunt guest
THE few sightseers who came to observe the Boxing Day meet of the Ledbury Hunt at British Camp a quarter of a century ago saw a rare visitor. Supporters got the the chance to see one of the country's best-known followers of the sport, Prince Charles,
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Echoes from the Past
100 years ago News has been received in Malvern Wells of the death of Fred Bough, who was killed in action in Ingogo. He was in the 14th Hussars and had gone safely through much hard fighting under General French. Many who knew him will mourn his loss
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Potter's run is finishing
THIS week is the last chance to see Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (PG) at Malvern Cinema, as it finishes next Thursday, January 10. The film of J K Rowlings's hugely successful book, features Daniel Radcliffe in the title role, plus a galaxy
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Cinemas
Malvern Cinema: Harry Potter & the Philosopher's Stone (PG) 2pm daily, 6.30pm daily Odeon Worcester: Booking now for Monsters Inc (U) - Released Feb 8th. Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (PG) 11.45, 12.45, 3.30, 4.30, 7.15, 8.15 (Free
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One to chase away the holiday blues
When She was Bad, by Louise Bagshawe (Orion, £9.99) FOR those who hanker for the glamorous days of Dynasty or Dallas, here comes a book with two beautiful, bitchy women who could easily have been plucked from that diamond-encrusted world. Stunning Hispanic
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Let your hair down at LADS panto
When Ledbury Amateur Dramatic Society take to the stage with Rapunzel, its latest pantomime, the group's faithful pianist Hilda Hawcutt will be celebrating 25 years tinkling the keys. She said there was something of a tradition of long service, concerning
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Taking away screens is lunacy
DEAR EDITOR - I feel it necessary to respond to the condescending letter from Sam Johnston of the South Birmingham Mental Health Trust in which he comments on the letter from Benefits Agency worker Lisa Cochrane concerning the removal of security screens
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Instant response at the roadside
DEAR EDITOR - FAR from the thin blue line, I can tell your readers where all the police have gone. On Tuesday, December 11, a large group of them were standing on the roadside at Martin Hussingtree, on the A38, just outside Droitwich, pulling cars randomly
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Abuse help is being offered
DEAR EDITOR - A recent EastEnders storyline on television accurately depicted the devastating impact sexual abuse can have on a young person's life. I am writing to raise awareness of the extent of sexual abuse of children and young people across the
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Point-to-point to restart
FANS of point-to-point racing - who lost out last year when the sport was decimated by the foot and mouth crisis - are looking forward to the start of the new season which gets under way on Sunday. But they will have to wait until Saturday March 9 for
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It's Giovanni - by George!
A REDNAL rocker paid homage to the late, great George Harrison by seeing in the New Year in sixties style. Giovanni Esposito of Cliffrock Road stepped into the suit of the Beatles' guitarist and stormed the stage in Birmingham's Centenary Square. Clutching
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4/01/02 - Bull Allstars sink Brewery
BULL Allstars took advantage over the Christmas period to extend their lead in the Malvern Football League as the majority of games fell victim to the frosty conditions. The leaders played a local derby against their rivals Brewery at a crisp Ross Road
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It may take some beating but leading samba man will provide top tuition
BROMSGROVE'S premier samba band is hoping to drum-up some new members by running a series of workshops. Someone at the Door have joined forces with Bromsgrove District Council's leisure services to encourage townsfolk to get involved Members of the band
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Evesham hotel plan could bring 75 jobs
SEVENTY-five new jobs could be created in Evesham if brewer Whitbread plc gets the go-ahead to invest £2.5m in an edge of town hotel and restaurant facility. The company has submitted plans for a restaurant, public house and 41-bedroom hotel on land next
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NEWPORT (SALOP) 18pts, MALVERN 18pts
SKIPPER Andy Longley's golden boot ensured that Malvern RFC finished the season satisfactorily whilst Newport's point saved them from relegation. Having left Malvern bathed in glorious sunshine, the champions found both climate and opposition in unforgiving
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MALVERN 17pts, SELLY OAK 3pts
MALVERN took another step towards the League Championship and the promotion they were denied last year in Saturday's match, sponsored by Flanagan's, the builders responsible for the magnificent new clubhouse at Spring Lane. Possibly because of the importance
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WOLVERHAMPTON 7pts, MALVERN RFC 41pts
MALVERN came back to top form with a vengeance at Castlecroft last Saturday, ending a spell of indifferent performances with a bang in this Midlands Two West fixture. Coach Rudy Smith had been working the players hard in training, instilling a game plan
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SUTTON COLDFIELD 5pts, MALVERN 11pts
THE Cup dream now over Malvern returned to the grind of a tricky Midlands Two West league fixture against fifth placed Sutton, who had not lost since they visited Malvern late last year. In a dour afternoon the rugby may not have been classic, but Malvern
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4/01/02 - Fortunes mixed for juniors
THE early results of the first round of this year's Malvern Table Tennis League Handicap Competition have brought mixed fortunes for the Juniors. Juniors B gained an outstanding victory over the experienced Broadheath Bellters outfit. The star of the
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MALVERN 42 pts, OLD LAURENTIANS 13 pts
MALVERN retained their three points lead at the top of Midlands Two West with a comprehensive victory over their Rugby-based visitors on Saturday at Spring Lane. With a back division much changed due to the mounting injury list, they took the game upfield
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MALVERN 16pts, HINCKLEY 15pts
THIS game was "the Big One" which the rest of the league was waiting to assess - the two unbeaten sides in Midlands Two (West) have been consistently outperforming all others, so the likelihood of a close game was always on the cards. The muddy pitch
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BROMSGROVE RFC 13pts, MALVERN RFC 13pts
MALVERN RFC dropped their first Midlands Two West point of the season in this local derby at Finstall Park, despite having around 80 per cent of the play. Having gone six points up in 18 minutes courtesy of two Andy Longley penalties, the league champions
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MALVERN 36pts, BELGRAVE 0pts
AN American sports reporter once started his report "I went to a fight the other day and a game of ice hockey broke out". It was a bit like that at Spring Lane on Saturday, after Malvern had coasted into a comfortable lead. David Robins, director of rugby
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DERBY 1ST XV 13pts, MALVERN 1ST XV 34pts
MALVERN took their first road trip of the season in Midlands Two West with some apprehension as Derby had strung together three straight wins. However, Malvern held their nerve to overcome a spirited Derby side by a comfortable margin at the end of the
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MALVERN 36 pts, NEWPORT 5 pts
MALVERN gave notice of their intent to retain the champions tag with a blistering display against a strong Newport side at Spring Lane. The Shropshiremen arrived with their usual huge front five, opening with all guns blazing to try to unsettle the Malvern
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Man died in crash
A CANCER sufferer died after the car he was driving veered off the road and smashed into a parked vehicle. David Jeavons died from multiple injuries after his car ploughed into the Land Rover, an inquest heard. Worcestershire assistant deputy coroner
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Ecstasy shame of trial man
A Worcester man pleaded guilty to possession of ecstasy with intent to supply the drug on the day he was facing trial by jury. Mohammed Rashid, aged 27, of New Bank Street, Barbourne, was strip searched by police after officers found two packages dumped
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Firework boy's long ordeal
A WORCESTER family faces an agonising eight-week wait to see if their son will lose his eye after an horrific firework accident. Tom Munn underwent a ground-breaking operation in Nottingham last month in a desperate bid to save his sight. But it will
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New Year boost for town's £9m canals scheme
A REGIONAL development agency is very enthusiastic about plans to reopen the Spa's landlocked canals, according to the town's MP. Mid-Worcestershire MP Peter Luff has met Advantage West Midlands chief executive John Edwards to seek support for the ambitious
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Headline news in The Gambia
A BIG-HEARTED Droitwich Spa company has hit the headlines in The Gambia for its community work. Exel, at Berry Hill Industrial Estate, has featured on the front page of the Gambian Daily Observer. The firm, headed in Droitwich by Robert Powell, has led
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Chip pan fires
TOWN firefighters attended two potentially lethal chip pan fires during the Christmas period. On Friday December 21, engines were called to a property in The Holloway where an unattended chip pan caught fire at 4.15pm. Neighbours rescued a trapped householder
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Little girl's tears after spaniel goes missing
A HEARTBROKEN four-year-old whose beloved Springer Spaniel went missing a month ago is still anxiously waiting for her to come home. Little Heidi Bullock's grandmother Theresa Logan said although the youngster did not fully understand Sophie's disappearance
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Malvern RFC - Fixtures/Results - 2001/2 season
FIXTURES MIDLANDS ONE Saturday, January 5. Malvern v Longton. Saturday, January 12. Kenilworth v Malvern. Saturday, January 26. Malvern v Camp Hill. Saturday, February 2. Broadstreet v Malvern. Saturday, February 9. Malvern v Walsall. Saturday, February
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Talks on birth pill planned
HEALTH chiefs are set to debate the decision to allow pharmacists to hand out the morning-after-pill to girls as young as 13. The move comes after a retired Worcester doctor criticised bosses for giving the plan the go-ahead without any public consultation
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Couple's heartache
A WORCESTER campaigner faces another set back in the battle to bring his wife to this country. John Baddeley was hoping his wife Merlinda would have been granted a visa by the British Embassy in the Philippines yesterday. But her application has been
