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A meeting
A MEETING of Kidderminster and District Cricket Umpires Association is on Tuesday at Harriers Social Club from 7.30pm. All umpires and anyone interesting in joining are welcome.
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Carcase pit fly invasion
A PLAGUE of flies in villages around Throckmorton airfield is being blamed on the massive 130,000 foot-and-mouth carcase burial site. Residents living nearby the culled animal pit say they are being besieged by insects. The Evening News reported last
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Ken Russell's famous film re-launched
THE Elgar Birthplace Museum has hosted the national launch of the release of Ken Russell's documentary about the composer on video and DVD. Filmed on location in Worcestershire and Herefordshire in the 1960s, the 56-minute film was originally produced
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£1m revamp for historic sites?
WORCESTER'S historic Commandery and Fort Royal Park could be in line for a £1m revamp, after the city council agreed to table a bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund. Exciting new exhibitions featuring mediaeval Worcester, the Civil War and a centre dedicated
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Cleaver wielder in tears
A ROBBER who brought terror to a Worcester hairdresser's by wielding a meat cleaver, wept as he was jailed for four-and-a-half years. Hard-up James Collins, aged 23, walked into His and Her's, in Broad Street, and held manager Michael Stone captive in
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Please back our battle against asylum camp
CAMPAIGNERS fighting the Throckmorton airfield asylum camp plan have turned to Worcester residents for vital help. County councillor Liz Tucker has asked St Peter's Parish Council to put the PACT action group's newsletter in the St Peter's News Link magazine
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Malvern Theatres meeting attracts over 740 people
MORE than 740 people attended a public meeting last night to air their views about the possible commercial takeover of Malvern Festival Theatre. Those against the plans, being considered by Malvern Hills District Council, signed a petition and had the
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An organic success for botanical Julia
WORCESTER gardener Julia Scott has designed a new feature for Birmingham Botanical Gardens, using organic principles and reclaimed materials. It is laid out as a typical suburban garden, aiming to show how people can convert their own gardens to the organic
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Skate group given £350
YOUTH group Angels in Exile have been given £350 by St Peter's Parish Council. Members voted unanimously to grant the cash and support future grant applications. The youth group hit the headlines recently for setting up skateboard parks at the YMCA, in
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19/7/02 - Rovers win at Cradley
BROMSGROVE Rovers got their pre-season programme off to a winning start with a 1-0 victory at Cradley Town last night (Thursday). Mark Crisp scored the only goal of the game on 40 minutes. Joint managers Gary Hackett and Jon Ford used the match as a trial
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Wyre Piddle move 'flawed'
THE closure of a Worcestershire village to through traffic was based on flawed information and will be the death knell for surrounding communities, a county councillor has claimed. Coun Liz Tucker said the closure of Wyre Piddle at the eastern railway
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Steps for a safe house
WORCESTER people are being urged by police to take simple steps to keep their homes safe from burglars during the summer. They say most burglaries are committed because opportunist thieves see a door or window open. Although a home does not need to be
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Giant animal mural is in the pipeline
A GIANT mural is being created at a Worcester charity to help comfort recently bereaved children. The 30ft by 8ft masterpiece features exotic jungle life and aims to inject some colour into the lives of youngsters and helpers at Noah's Ark Trust. The
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St John honours for Angela
LONG-serving St John Ambulance volunteer, Angela Tidmarsh, of Farleigh Road, Pershore, has been honoured by the organisation. At a special ceremony in the historic Grand Priory Church, Clerkenwell, London, last Friday, Mrs Tidmarsh was invested as a member
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17/7/02 - Fans vote on anthem
WHAT anthem should Bromsgrove Rovers run out to on match days? That is the question currently being asked by many fans and one which has prompted a vote on the club's official website. The team has taken to the field with Tina Turner's Simply The Best
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13/5/02 - Hackett joy at Rovers return
BROMSGROVE Rovers' supporters finally have something to celebrate today after the club's promotion to the Dr Martens Western Division was confirmed. It ends five miserable years for the Victoria Ground club in which they were relegated three times from
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26/4/02 - New lease of life for Rovers
BROMSGROVE Rovers' quest for promotion has been boosted by the granting of a new seven-year lease on their Victoria Ground home. Rovers are confident of returning to the Dr Martens League after one season in the Midland Alliance, and Bromsgrove District
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23/4/02 - Rovers are out to clinch second
BROMSGROVE Rovers can guarantee second place in the Midland Alliance if they overcome a difficult match at Rushall Olympic tonight (7.45). Victory would also go a long way to ensure the Victoria Ground club's return to the Dr Martens League with leaders
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Water apology for worried residents
FOUL-tasting water in Cookley and Caunsall has been declared safe after an investigation. Severn Trent Water said samples showed the water in the villages was not contaminated after a deluge of complaints from concerned householders. And the company has
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Granny's Inca trek for cash
AGE is no barrier to a pensioner who is going trekking in the Andes for charity. Beryl Jackson, 70, will tackle Peru's Inca trail in October - rising from 2,700 metres to 4,200 metres - in aid of the Children's Society. The intrepid grandmother, who has
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Digging in to save pub
VILLAGERS are celebrating the re-opening of their only pub which has been saved from closure. Campaigning Rock folk are working up a thirst tidying up the under-threat Rock Cross Inn which closed its doors last August. Villagers are busy cleaning up the
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15/3/02 - Bowen to miss vital title clash
SUSPENSION rules Sam Bowen out of Bromsgrove Rovers' home clash with Oadby Town tomorrow (3pm) as they bid to keep in touch with Midland Alliance leaders Stourbridge. Joint manager Gary Hackett still believes Rovers are in with a fighting chance but admits
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Support group faces collapse
A VITAL support group for traumatised ex-servicemen could collapse unless more support can be found. Handex West Mercia, set up in 1998 by former Royal Marine Dave Carpenter, needs administrative assistance to co-ordinate help and advice for people suffering
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1/3/02 - Rovers eager to stay in touch
BROMSGROVE Rovers return to action after a 10-day break desperate to keep in touch with leaders Stourbridge. The Victoria Ground club will be keen to return to winning ways at home to Bridgnorth Town tomorrow (3pm) after a hiccup against promotion rivals
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Servicemen appeal for stress aid
THE informal setting of the Kidderminster meetings and the expert assistance on offer have helped rebuild many ex-servicemen's trust in other people. People who suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - which used to be known as shell shock and was
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15/2/02 - Another crunch clash for Rovers
BROMSGROVE Rovers must overcome one of the most formidable home records in the Midland Alliance to keep their title hopes bubbling. Rovers travel to Barwell tomorrow (3pm) but have been buoyed by victory at Stourbridge on Tuesday, which has moved Rovers
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8/2/02 - Neil to make Rovers debut
EXPERIENCED midfielder Neil Cartwright is set to make his debut for Bromsgrove Rovers in their home Midland Alliance clash with Studley BKL tomorrow (3pm). The former Kidderminster Harriers and Halesowen Town player, who signed from Redditch United, could
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1/2/02 - Victory is only target for Gary
BROMSGROVE Rovers will expect nothing less than three points when they travel to next-to-bottom Cradley Town in the Midland Alliance tomorrow (3pm). Rovers need victory to keep the pressure on leaders Stratford Town, who are six points ahead but have
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Date set for flood work
THE second phase of a multi-million pound scheme to protect Bewdley from flooding gets underway next week. The Environment Agency's project to install the foundations for removable flood barriers is nearing completion on Severnside North - and attention
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25/1/02 - Hotshot Bowen must be patient
HOTSHOT striker Sam Bowen is being kept out of the Bromsgrove Rovers team by in-form Les Palmer and Marvin Blake. Both were on target in Rovers' 4-0 midweek victory at Stafford Town and Palmer has six goals from his last five games. Despite picking up
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23/1/02 - Rovers hunt for revenge
Midland Alliance title-chasers Bromsgrove Rovers have an early chance to gain revenge at struggling Stafford Town tonight (7.45), having conceded a late goal draw 2-2 at home with them last week. Joint manager Gary Hackett said: "It was very disappointing
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Breeder's fears for horses
FEARS horses would die due to a council ruling which prevents a breeder from living at her stud have come true, she claims. Lyn Phillips, who owns Honeybrook Stud, Kidderminster, insists she may have been able to save the mare - who died of toxic shock
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10/1/02 - Rovers miss out on Webb
PAUL Webb, who was released by Kidderminster Harriers earlier this week, has turned down the chance to join Bromsgrove Rovers. The midfielder had been linked with the manager's job at the Victoria Ground club but is still keen to play. "It is fair to
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8/1/02 - Bowen back for Rovers Urn test
HOTSHOT striker Sam Bowen is set to start in Bromsgrove Rovers' Worcestershire FA Senior Urn second round clash at home to Feckenham tonight (7.45). The former Worcester City striker, the club's leading scorer this season with 13 goals, was on the bench
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31/12/01 - Rovers look for fourth successive win
Bromsgrove Rovers will be looking for their fourth win on a trot in the Midland Alliance when they entertain Stafford Town (3pm).
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28/12/01 - Bowen set for Rovers return
SAM Bowen is poised to return for Bromsgrove Rovers' trip to Knypersley Victoria in the Midland Alliance tomorrow (3pm). The former Worcester City striker, Rovers' leading scorer this season, has missed a string of matches because of an ankle injury but
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14/12/01 - Ford is hoping to progress
JON Ford takes charge of Bromsgrove Rovers for the first time tomorrow when they play their replayed FA Vase third round tie at Tow Law Town (3pm). Assistant boss Ford has taken over the reins following the surprise departure of Steve Daniels in midweek
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12/12/01 - Ford takes on post at Rovers
CLUB captain Jon Ford has been put in charge of Bromsgrove Rovers after the surprise departure of Steve Daniels. The outgoing Director of Football, dubbed the Kingmaker for his ability to spot young talent, has left the Victoria Ground club by mutual
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Bredon
CHILDREN'S PLAY AREA: At last the new children's play area has been officially opened. The ceremony was performed by all the children of the Toddler Group and the Play Group who, when the signal was given, ran through a ribbon across the gates and into
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Evesham
U3A: Evesham and District U3A will be holding an Open Meeting and Exhibition of Interest Groups on August 1, from 2pm to 4pm at The Public Hall, Evesham. All welcome. Free entry.
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Mickleton
GARDENING CLUB: Mrs Ann Wall, chairman, welcomed members and thanked both them and the committee for supporting the annual garden party in June, and then introduced Colin Hill, horticulturist with 40 years experience and his own business at Wickhamford
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Bromsgrove Rovers 0 Solihull Borough 3
Saturday, October 14, 2000 BROMSGROVE Rovers slipped to a 3-0 defeat at home to Solihull Borough in the Dr Martens Western Division and it could have been worse but for some poor finishing and some fine saves from debutant keeper Clint Davies. Former
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Bowen misses out for Rovers
SAM Bowen is out of Bromsgrove Rovers' Midland Alliance clash at Paget Rangers tomorrow (3pm). The hotshot striker, who has scored 13 goals this season, injured himself in the warm-up against Barwell last week when Rovers surprisingly lost 3-0. But Rovers
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19/10/01 - Daniels back on familiar territory
BROMSGROVE Rovers boss Steve Daniels returns to his old stamping ground at Cradley Town for their FA Vase first round clash tomorrow (3pm). But Daniels, who was in charge of the Black Country side in 1989-90, will put sentiment to one side in his search
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16/10/01 - Bowen eyeing more goals
Sharpshooter Sam Bowen, who heads the Midland Alliance Golden Boot Awards, will hope to add to his 12-goal tally when Bromsgrove Rovers travel to Willenhall Town tonight (7.45). Bowen scored in Rovers' 1-1 draw at Oadby on Saturday to knock the Leicestershire
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28/9/01 - Rovers get hands on trophy
BROMSGROVE Rovers probably came the closest they ever will to picking up the FA Cup when sponsors AXA brought the trophy to the Victoria Ground last night. Director of Football Steve Daniels admitted there was a buzz around the place after the club received
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25/9/01 - Rovers at Cradley in FA Vase
BROMSGROVE Rovers will travel to Midland Alliance rivals Cradley Town for the first FA Vase tie in the club's history. In other first round ties, Hellenic League outfit Pegasus Juniors are away at United Counties League side Stewarts & Lloyds, while
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14/9/01 - Moore blow to Rovers hopes
BROMSGROVE Rovers travel to Mickleover Sports tomorrow in the first qualifying round of the FA Cup (3pm) without striker Paul Moore who signed for Nationwide Conference side, Telford United, in midweek. Director of Football, Steve Daniels, admitted it
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24/8/01 - Keeper in doubt as Rovers hunt win
BROMSGROVE Rovers have an injury doubt over goalkeeper Matt Lowe (twisted knee) ahead of their home Midland Alliance clash with Stapenhill tomorrow (3pm). But striker Michael Moore is available after missing Rovers 3-1 defeat at Halesowen Harriers in
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Adlestrop owe it to ton-up Mark
ADLESTROP visited near- neighbours Rissington in the Cirencester and District League Division One on Saturday and came away with 18 points thanks largely to a century by Mark Odom, who carried his bat for 123. He was joined by Matthew Barnes (28) in an
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21/8/01 - Rovers swoop for ex-City goal ace
FORMER Worcester City striker Sam Bowen has joined Bromsgrove Rovers and should make his debut at Halesowen Harriers in the Midland Alliance tonight (7.45). The arrival of Bowen, who also had a spell with Evesham, is a boost for Rovers boss Steve Daniels
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10/8/01 - Rovers confident of bouncing back
BROMSGROVE Rovers' boss Steve Daniels begins the huge job of trying to restore their ailing fortunes tomorrow with a tough away fixture in the Midland Alliance at Oldbury United (3pm). Rovers have been in free-fall since their heady days in the Nationwide
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27/7/01 - Francis may turn out for Rovers
FORMER Birmingham City striker Kevin Francis could make a guest appearance for Bromsgrove Rovers in their friendly at home to Brierley Hill Town tomorrow (ko 3pm) if stitches from a recent knee operation are removed today. Rovers boss Steve Daniels was
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3/7/01 - Swifts suffer as Rovers move in
STOURPORT Swifts have been dealt a blow with the loss of striker Paul Moore to county rivals Bromsgrove Rovers. The ex-Kidderminster Harriers forward played a crucial role in Swifts' promotion to the Dr Martens Western Division but has elected to drop
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Starring role for hospital workers
THE former Worcester Royal Infirmary will be remembered with gratitude by the many patients who were treated successfully within its walls - and also, apparently, by the world of officialdom. League tables published today show that the WRI has been awarded
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Fightback rocks Robins after three-goal romp
Brintons Athletic 3, Evesham Utd 3 IN the second of their pre-season friendly games Evesham United travelled to Brintons Athletic and were been disappointed to come away with only a draw against lower graded opposition after leading 3-0 at half-time.
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Star launches film of the Bard's life
ACTOR Ian Richardson launched a new video and DVD on the Life of William Shakespeare in Stratford last week. The actor, who presents and narrates the film, with readings of Shakespeare's work by actress Dame Judi Dench, was at the Shakespeare Birthplace
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Only the applause will now be warm
AIR conditioning is being fitted at the Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham just in time for the sizzling summer. The installation of a £200,000 air conditioning system began on Monday and has forced the temporary closure of the theatre bars and foyers, while
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A camera's view of RSC in action
N extraordinary photographic exhibition opened at the Swan Theatre in Stratford this week. The subject is the Royal Shakespeare Company's highly successful production of Eastward Ho!, which is currently playing to packed houses at the Swan. In Order of
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Theatre offer to the young
YOUNGSTERS are being offered the opportunity at The Theatre, Chipping Norton, to craft performances under the guidance of talented leaders and assistants. They have been invited to explore a world between pictures, people, stage and screen in a "summer
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Records to fall at regatta
ROWING: Bewdley Rowing Club are hoping to mark their 125th anniversary with the biggest regatta yet this weekend. Their two-day rowing competition is already known as the biggest event of its kind in the country, attracting competitors from far and wide
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Chris gets the call for England
SHOOTING: Sharp shooter Chris Moule has hit the target in clay pigeon shooting by gaining England recognition. Moule finished third best out of the country's 25 seniors in the home internationals at Southern Counties Shooting Ground in Dorset. Though
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Bewdley duo ready for off
MOTORSPORT: A new sidecar racing team are about to begin their career with eyes firmly set on the World Superside Championship. Mark Spencer and Dominic Cann, both from Bewdley, have linked up in Team Spencer Racing. And despite not riding a sidecar until
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Crash fails to stop Barker
MOTORSPORT: Bewdley's Matt Barker still leads the Peugeot 205 Challenge by two points after recovering from a crash in Swansea Bay. Barker and co-driver Steve Worton were unhurt after their car slid wide on a corner in the final stage, rolled over and
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Mixed time for Dunley racer
MOTORSPORT: Dunley's Elton Sheldon had mixed fortunes at Brands Hatch in the seventh and eighth rounds of the Volkswagen Racing Cup. Sheldon qualified his Beetle RSi in 12th position on the grid for the first of the day's races. He fought through to sixth
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Fifth final in a row for Walker
JUDO: On-song Kate Walker cruised into her fifth consecutive final in major tournaments at the Wolverhampton International Classic. The 13-year-old Samurai Judo Club starlet quickly disposed of all the British opposition on her way to the last stage where
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Seven stars make the top grade
MARTIAL ARTS: Seven of the 13 Winsper's School of Blackbelts students who have secured first-degree black belts train at the Kidderminster dojo. Kimberley Wallace, 11, and Nicole Jackman, 12, are members of the school's power team and junior demonstration
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The young ones
TENNIS: Anyone who has caught the tennis bug after Wimbledon is welcome to head along to courses at a number of clubs. Kidderminster, Blakedown, Far Forest and Hartlebury all have help on hand for six to 14-year-olds. Anyone interested can call Jo Merrison
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Fears 'lifeline' bus routes face axe
RESIDENTS of a sheltered housing complex have voiced fears of being stranded by a bus route shake-up. Elderly people at Broomy Close, Stourport, are "extremely worried" that changes from September 1 will mean buses will no longer stop outside their homes
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Painter's Bowl
GOLF: The Aggborough Bowl at Kidderminster was won by Claire Painter, one nett ahead of Vanessa Murrant. Full result: Painter 82 gross 18 handicap 64 nett, Murrant 89-24-65, Jill Randle 102-35-67. June Medal Silver: Paula Newton, Ann Hunter; Bronze I:
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Police renew attack appeal
A FRESH appeal has been issued for information about an assault in Kidderminster which left a 35-year-old woman "shocked". The woman was walking from George Street towards Coventry Street in the Birmingham Road underpass when she was kicked and knocked
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Hunt for witness to town spray attack
A MUGGER sprayed a noxious substance in his victim's face - leaving him in agony on the floor - in an attack in Kidderminster town centre. Police are trying to trace a man who chased the mugger away across the Bromsgrove Street car park in a bid to solve
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Have a go at Farm fishery
MOORLANDS Farm Fishery are holding have-a-go days for youngsters aged between 10 and 16 on Fridays August 9, August 16 and August 23. The sessions will be from 10am until 4pm and the cost will include a hot meal and drinks. To book a place, call Andy
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Police act on 'crime' calls
TWO arrests have been made as part of the "We Don't Buy Crime" initiative to tackle the trade in stolen goods. Police acted on anonymous information and apprehended the two women in their 20s from a house in Usmere Road, Kidderminster, on Thursday morning
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POOLE HALL FISHERIES
THERE has been good sport on all coarse waters with weights recorded from 27lb to 63lb, including many double-figure carp. Popular baits have been casters, maggots, sweetcorn and meats. Sunday Open, Heron: Carl Jones (Strettons) 73-12 (17), Mick Coxon
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Men on trial for PO raid
A VILLAGE postmaster was slashed with a knife after armed robbers targeted his premises, a court heard. Two hooded men went into Blakedown Post Office while a third man waited in a getaway car parked on the pavement. One man grabbed Michael Cowling around
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WILLOW MARSH FISHERY
THERE has been good sport on all pools. On the Dragonfly, individual mirror carp of between 15lb and 27lb were caught with meat and sweetcorn bait. Friday Evening Open, Dragonfly: Pete Willis 40-15, Mark Wilkinson 23-14, Paul Bailey 17-11. Sunday Morning
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Parents told of 'danger building'
FIREFIGHTERS have been forced to deal with another blaze in Kidderminster's historic Piano Building. The incident at 6.20pm on Saturday was the third time they have been called to the town centre site in recent weeks. Two mattresses had been set on fire
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Prison for drugs men
THREE men have been jailed for more than 15 years after they were trapped by Operation Gatecrash which was mounted to clear drugs from the streets of Kidderminster. Between them, they averaged a daily sale of 90 wraps of heroin, worth £900, and their
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WILLIS BUND AC
BROOKEND: Ron Price 39-15, Ron Russell 35-6, Barry Southall 32-13, Graham Billingsley 32-7. The next contest will be at Pitchcroft, Worcester, on Wednesday. The draw is at the grandstand end at 9am.
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GILT EDGE AC
CANAL at Stourton, Kinver Freeliners water: J Gale 4-15 (including a roach 1lb 5oz), C Lyons 2-14-8dr, D Montroy 2-6-8. On Sunday, the third round of the knockout and the Grayling Bowl will be contested on the River Teme. For details, call the secretary
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I will pass on my bus pass
I READ with interest the letter in the Shuttle/Times and News (July 4) entitled "Shock at travel token charges". Kidderminster has got to be one of the worst places for public transport charges for pensioners in the whole country. I have recently had
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OLD BEAR AC
PERSHORE left-bank: M Jones 22-0, C Price 5-10, G Billingsley 5-7. Wren's Nest Pool: Price 28-14, G Mansell 27-8, J Wyatt 25-3. A juniors contest will be held on the Stackpool on Saturday, draw 9am.
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Park-and-ride? Not for wheelchairs
I WAS most interested in the article in News Wyre, which came with my Kidderminster Shuttle on July 11. The article referred to the ongoing saga of lack of parking places in Kidderminster. and suggested motorists should park at Stadium Close and use the
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WRENS NEST AC
THE Matroc Challenge will be fished on Sunday with an 8am draw. Anyone wishing to sponsor the 24-hour fish in aid of Air Ambulance and Kemp Hospice can call 01562 850422.
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Summer club places hit by 'free' policy
DURING the school summer holidays for the last two years, my son has enjoyed the Kids Klub at the Glades Leisure Centre, and was looking forward to returning again this year. As usual, the places were offered on a first-come-first-served basis, but unfortunately
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RED LION AC
COOKLEY Canal: Shane Calder 6-2, Steve Burrus 6-1, Paul Harvey 4-13, John Reynolds 3-9, Dave Zinzan 3-9. There will be a meeting at the Red Lion, Cookley, on Tuesday which all members are asked to attend, meeting at the pub for 8.30pm.
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Heaven's half-pipe after two years...
Youngsters in and around Bishampton won't be bored this summer now a new skateboard ramp as been installed near their village hall. The half-pipe mini-ramp, suitable for skateboards and BMX bikes, is the result of a lot of hard work by youngsters, who
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Sign of times in football?
I SAW a sign "No Ball Games" on the wall at the Harriers ground. Could this be a sign of things to come? SHEILA JORDAN, Oakden Place, Kidderminster
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Hospital car parking rise
CAR parking charges are going up at Evesham Community Hospital within the next few weeks. The increases are in line with other car parking fees in the district, which have risen from 20p to 30p an hour. The hospital's business support manager, Lesley
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England train stars of future
TWO Wyre Forest girls are being groomed as possible England football stars of the future. Frankie Hocking and Kirsty Hughes, both aged 13, attended a national talent camp at Warwick for two days intensive coaching. The youngsters, part of Wolverhampton
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Debt and grant cuts fuel theatre debate
THE largest public meeting ever hosted in Malvern saw more than 700 people pack into the Forum Theatre to debate the future management and operation of Malvern Theatres. The venue is caught between servicing a £560,000 debt arising from an overspend on
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Management win huge backing
AN exit poll conducted by the Malvern Gazette found overwhelming support for Nic Lloyd's proposals for the future of Malvern Theatres. Out of a 721 strong audience, 401 signed a petition in favour of the existing management's bid following the Forum meeting
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Stagnating swamp is disgrace
I MUST agree with comments passed by John Norwood (Shuttle/Times and News, July 11), regarding Bewdley's Jubilee Gardens. As a local resident and constant park visitor, I generally had been led to believe that the little waterfalls would run once more
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Zero tolerance drop-in centre
TROUBLEMAKERS at Pershore's drop-in centre could find themselves suspended under its new hard-line policy. Staff at the King George's Way centre for 13 to 19-year-olds have adopted a zero tolerance stance after an increase in crime and vandalism. In one
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Sound of music-makers
PRE-SCHOOL Pershore children enjoyed making musical mayhem when they were visited by workers from the Evesham Resource Centre. They came to St Wulstan's Hall armed with junk and scrap for the creative children of the pre-school group to make into shakers
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School term is over for Jean
LONG-SERVING head at Offenham CE First School, Jean Wardle is retiring after more than 17 years at the school. She was deputy head when the school was on its former site in Main Street and became head nine years ago after the school moved to its present
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Brain: Smith refused to move
JOHN Brain has revealed that he had reservations over Richard Smith's commitment to Worcester Rugby Club as early as February. Worcester yesterday waved goodbye to their scrum half as he sealed his move to Cardiff but Brain said the switch was not completely
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Vase date
PERSHORE Town visit Long Eaton in the second round of the FA Vase on Saturday, September 21. Their league season begins on Saturday, August 17, before which they have a series of friendlies arranged: Saturday - Unity Sports (home, 3pm). Saturday, August
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John's a double hero for Cookley
TWO match-winning innings without being dismissed by John Martin have earned him the Evening News/Duncan Fearnley Cricket Sales Ltd Cricketer of the Week award. The 35-year-old struck an unbeaten 85 to help Cookley seconds beat Evesham followed by 114no
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Shepherd falls just short for Fossils
John Shepherd hit a fine 96 as the Fossils were held to a draw by Warwick Dons. The Dons made 182-9, Alan Wootton leading the way with a very good 48. Steve Lloyd (14) and Shepherd put on 37 in ten overs before Chris Stride (2-9 in seven overs) came on
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25/7/02 Icy time for Scott
INJURY-HIT Scott Stamps has an anxious wait over two days to find out the full extent of his ankle problem. Kidderminster Harriers will be hoping there is no bad ligament damage after the 27-year-old left-back went over on his ankle in a challenge during
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Fame kicks off the new season
THE curtains will soon be opening for another great season of entertainment at the Everyman Theatre. It all begins on Monday, September 9, when Fame - The Musical returns to the Cheltenham venue from a record-breaking West End season, which has seen the
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Inquest after holiday death
A MAN from Walsall who drowned in the sea while on holiday had recently moved to Kidderminster. Mark Cumpston, 35, died off the coast of Majorca despite the best efforts of lifeguards when he was hit by a wave and swallowed sea water as fiancee Linda
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Albert and Alice mark 75 years of marriage
TEENAGERS who proved the perfect catch for each other celebrate 75 years of marriage - arguably the district's most enduring union - on Saturday. Brummies Albert and Alice Harris - who met at a cricket match - are now residents at Cambrian House in Kidderminster's
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Home plan for corn mill
A UNIQUE disused corn mill in Caunsall is to be repaired and preserved as part of a scheme to convert it into a home. Planning chief Mike Parker said Sleepy Mill is "clearly an important and unique part of local and regional industrial heritage" - and
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Cash will spread message of hope
STREET collections and a donation from a supermarket have boosted the coffers of the district Alzheimers Society branch by £1,400. The branch collected more than £900 from street collections in Kidderminster Bewdley and Stourport. Kidderminster's Waitrose
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Laura will fly the flag
PROUD schoolgirl Laura Morrish will take part in the Commonwealth Games as part of the Victory Ceremonies team. Laura, 14 , a pupil at Holy Trinity School, Kidderminster, will be a flag bearer at the National Shooting Centre, Bisley. She said: "I have
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CLEOBURY MORTIMER WI
There was a floral theme to the July meeting, when Janet Ince, a member of Bewdley Floral Art Club, gave a demonstration of flower arranging. Four members' arrangements were entered in the competition, which Monica Downes won with her basket of flowers
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Fair launch for poet's new book
TEWKESBURY Book Fair on Saturday, July 27, will host the launch of a new book The Collected Poems of John Moore, the Kemerton author now acknowledged to be one of the finest writers on the English countryside of the 20th century. Publication coincides
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COOKLEY WI
At the July meeting Joyce Allen reported on the intermediate meeting in Cardiff, Eileen Fuller on the WI production of 50 Golden Years and Wendy Huntley on Andrew Lloyd's flower arranging display at the Rose Theatre. A plant swap/coffee morning was held
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KIDDERMINSTER CYCLING CLUB
There are two rides on Sunday. The A ride starts at 8.30am and goes to Stonewall Hill near Presteigne. The B ride starts at 9.30am and visits Stockton-on-Teme. Both rides leave from The Green, Blakebrook, opposite Kidderminster Hospital. All cyclists
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FERNDALE AND DISTRICT RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION
Following a successful garden competition on July 8, the following residents gained first and second prizes. Best Hanging Basket: 1 Sheila Bishop, Hillside Drive; 2 The Eagles Nest. Best Senior Citizens Garden: Mr Jones, Coningsby Drive. Best Front Garden
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The magic of Queen
QUEEN tribute band Magic will be at The Roses Theatre in Tewkesbury on Saturday. The night, entitled Magic - A Kind of Queen, is billed as a must for fans of the supergroup, and will include renditions of all the classics from Innuendo to Bohemian Rhapsody
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BURLISH PARK TG
The July speaker was Clive Joyce, editor of the Shuttle/Times and News, who told of the history of Wyre Forest's local newspaper. An invitation has been received from Lickhill guild for Burlish members to take part in a bazaar in November. An appeal was
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Thursday, August 25
THE House rose for the summer recess yesterday so it is appropriate to reflect on the past year. It has become obvious that a Government with a huge majority cannot be forced easily to alter course. However, it did change its mind in the NHS Reform Bill
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ARELEY KINGS WIVES
Members visited Stockton Bury Gardens, at Kimbolton, near Leominster, enjoying tea in the Tithe Barn Restaurant before exploring the gardens. The final outing of the summer will be to Stratford-upon-Avon, to see Hall Croft, the home of Shakespeare's daughter
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Youngsters can learn about rare breeds at farm park
COTSWOLD Farm Park at Guiting Power is taking part in a national week promoting the conservation of Britain's rare farm animals and targeting the long-term commitment of children. Young visitors to the Cotswold Farm Park will be the focus of the first
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Sporting date for town beat bobby
YOU would think Nigel Barter would want to do something relaxing with his time away from his duties tackling crime on Bewdley's streets. But instead of putting his feet up, the town's beat manager is using his annual leave to race up the M6 to Manchester
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Bromsgrove Rovers 3 Oldbury United 0
Tuesday, April 9, 2002 Bromsgrove Rovers strolled to a 3-0 victory over improving Oldbury United at The Victoria Ground last night to maintain their Midland Alliance title hopes. Managed by ex-Rovers boss Bob Green, Oldbury were quicker to the loose ball
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Pelsall Villa 0 Bromsgrove Rovers 6
Saturday, April 6, 2002 BROMSGROVE Rovers romped to a 6-0 thrashing of Pelsall Villa to stay in the thick of the Midland Alliance title race. In the seventh minute Les Palmer unleashed a powerful 25-yard drive past despairing 'keeper Dean Pemberton. There
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Ludlow Town 1 Bromsgrove Rovers 2
Tuesday, March 19, 2002 BROMSGROVE Rovers defeated Ludlow Town 2-1 to maintain their title challenge and record a fifth consecutive victory at the Red Lion Ground last night. The game survived an afternoon pitch inspection and the heavy pitch caused both
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Bromsgrove Rovers 5 Oadby Town 1
Saturday, March 16, 2002 Bromsgrove Rovers secured a 5-1 Midland Alliance victory over Oadby Town with a 28-minute second half spell where they found the target four times. The home team had taken the lead after only 14 seconds, Les Palmer picking the
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Bromsgrove Rovers 0 Wednesfield 1
Tuesday, February 19, 2002 BROMSGROVE Rovers lost ground in the Midland Alliance promotion chase last night after losing 1-0 at home to title rivals Wednesfield. Rovers enjoyed large spells of possession but created few clear chances and ultimately paid
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Barwell 1 Bromsgrove Rovers 1
Saturday, February 16, 2002 BROMSGROVE Rovers threw away the chance to go top of the Midland Alliance as Jason Percival headed home an equaliser for Barwell deep into stoppage time. Bromsgrove started off well, pushing Barwell back into their own half
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Stourbridge 1 Bromsgrove Rovers 2
Tuesday, February 12, 2002 BROMSGROVE Rovers kept their Midland Alliance promotion hopes alive with a 2-1 win at Stourbridge last night. Gary Hackett and Jon Ford's side made some early running while Stourbridge demonstrated their pace down the flanks
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Badsey
BADSEY SOCIETY: Following on from their successful exhibition of old market gardening tools at the recent Badsey First School PTA Fete, the Badsey Society will be pitching their tent again at Badsey Flower Show this Saturday. In association with badsey.net
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Bromsgrove Rovers 2 Studley BKL 2
Saturday, February 11, 2002 BROMSGROVE Rovers played out a drab 2-2 draw with Studley BKL in front of their largest league gate of the season. Both sides failed to perform in a poor game, watched by 488 spectators, which leaves Rovers needing to win at
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Bromsgrove Rovers 2 Stafford Town 2
Tuesday, January 15, 2002 Bromsgrove Rovers were held to a disappointing 2-2 draw by Stafford Town in the Midland Alliance last night. Rovers went behind in the 14th minute. Indecisive defending allowed Phillip Skelton to loop a shot over Matt Lowe. The
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Bromsgrove Rovers 2 Feckenham 4
Tuesday, January 8, 2002 BROMSGROVE Rovers crashed out of the second round of the Worcestershire Senior Urn last night with a 4-2 home defeat at the hands of Feckenham. Seven players were rested from Saturday's league line-up against Stratford Town, but
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Bromsgrove Rovers 3 Quorn 1
Wednesday, December 19, 2001 A BIZARRE goal set Bromsgrove Rovers on their way to a 3-1 win over Quorn in the Midland Alliance last night. After five minutes a left-wing cross from Kevin Banner hit visiting centre-half Michael Smith on the back and appeared
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Tow Law Town 1 Bromsgrove Rovers 0 (Abandones fog 76 mins)
Saturday, December 8, 2001 BROMSGROVE Rovers will return to Tow Law next Saturday after fog forced the abandonment of their FA Vase third round tie after 76 minutes. Rovers started brightly, playing down a slope, and within seven minutes had three chances
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Bridgnorth Town 3 Bromsgrove Rovers 1
Saturday, December 1, 2001 ONCE again Bromsgrove Rovers were left to reflect on points that got away from them as they lost further ground in the Midland Alliance title race with a 3-1 defeat at Bridgnorth Town. A goal to the good at the break, they lost
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Paget Rangers 0, Bromsgrove Rovers 0
Saturday, November 24, 2001 BROMSGROVE Rovers were left to reflect their failure to capitalise on early supremacy and scoring opportunities against Paget Rangers, and must regard a goalless draw in the Midland Alliance as two points lost. After a fairly
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Bromsgrove Rovers 0 Barwell 3
Saturday, November 17, 2001 BROMSGROVE Rovers slumped to their first home defeat for three months as mid-table Barwell scored a surprise 3-0 win in the Midland Alliance. Parading a new green and white striped kit, the Greens suffered a set-back before
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Bromsgrove Rovers 2 Ford Sports Daventry 0
Saturday, November 10, 2001 DEADLY strike duo Sam Bowen and Michael Moore grabbed a goal apiece as Bromsgrove Rovers eased into round three of the FA Vase with a comfortable 2-0 win over Ford Sports Daventry. Midland Alliance title hopefuls Rovers were
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Oadby Town 1 Bromsgrove Rovers 1
Saturday, October 13, 2001 SAM Bowen was on target again for Bromsgrove Rovers as they drew 1-1 at Oadby Town in the Midland Football Alliance. The ace marksman tucked away his 12th league goal of the season to retrieve a point for the Greens after Oadby
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Leaders are too hot for Wolves
WORCESTER Wolves slumped to a 104-59 defeat when they visited National basketball League Division One leaders Oxford Devils. They sent out a first five of Ben Livingston, Rhys Hocking, Colin Chiverton, Nick Vinsonneau and Rick Solvason while the Oxford
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Bromsgrove Rovers 3 Knypersley Victoria 2
Saturday, August 18, 2001 BROMSGROVE Rovers recorded their first Midland Alliance victory, but were pressured all the way by visiting Knypersley Victoria before winning 3-2. The visitors wasted a golden opportunity on 16 minutes. Sam Campagna brought
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Oldbury United 3 Bromsgrove Rovers 3
Saturday, August 11, 2001 BROMSGROVE Rovers twice came from behind to snatch a point in a 3-3 draw at Oldbury United in the opening match of their Midland Football Alliance campaign. The Black Country side had stung Rovers with two early goals from Stuart
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23/5/00 - Daley resigns as Rovers boss
STEVE Daley has quit as Bromsgrove Rovers manager for the second time. The former Wolves and Manchester City player has left the troubled Dr Martens League Western Division club for "personal reasons", according to the club's chief executive Pat Bannister
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5/5/00 - Rovers set for board boost
BROMSGROVE Rovers are planning a title assault in the Dr Martens League Western Division next season -- once they have a new board in place. Chief executive Pat Bannister says the club is poised to recruit several new directors over the coming weeks,
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28/4/00 - Rovers set for bumper gate
BROMSGROVE Rovers expect their biggest crowd of the season tomorrow when Dr Martens League Western Division champions-elect Stafford Rangers come to town (3.00). Rangers, who need a point to clinch both promotion and the title, are expected to bring over
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11/4/00 - Rovers release former Blues man
BROMSGROVE Rovers have released their former Wolves and Birmingham City defender Kevin Ashley. The 31-year-old, who has spent two seasons at the Victoria Ground, has been let go as manager Steve Daley begins his rebuilding process for next season. Chief
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31/3/00 - Rovers planning changes
BROMSGROVE Rovers look set to ring the changes for their Dr Martens League Western Division trip to Shepshed Dynamo tomorrow (3.0). The expected switches come in the wake of last Tuesday night's 5-0 defeat at Moor Green. Manager Steve Daley was far from
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24/3/00 - No easing up urges Daley
THEIR financial worries over, Bromsgrove Rovers' players can now get back to the business of concentrating on their football for tomorrow's home Dr Martens League Western Division clash with Gresley Rovers (3.00). Rovers averted a winding-up order by
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20/3/00 - Rovers look set to win fight for survival
BROMSGROVE Rovers are "80 per cent hopeful" they can secure their future today. They have to find £22,000 by later today to pay off a debt to the Inland Revenue -- or else the club will be wound up after 115 years. Late last week Rovers were still £8,000
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10/3/00 - Daley setting nine-point target
BROMSGROVE Rovers boss Steve Daley is backing his in-form side to secure their Dr Martens League Western Division safety with three successive wins. Rovers begin a run of three home games on the bounce against Blakenall tomorrow (3.00). With games against
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3/3/00 - Rovers need another £14,000
BROMSGROVE Rovers still need another £14,000 to stave off the threat of a winding-up order. Rovers have to raise £22,000 in total by March 20 to pay off an outstanding bill to the Inland Revenue. A total of £8,000 has been raised so far through their
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15/2/00 - Forum chance for supporters
BROMSGROVE Rovers fans get their chance to have a say over the club's future at an open forum tonight. The forum, starting at 7.30pm in the Victoria Club, will see club officials outline the current financial position -- they remain more than £100,000
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10/2/00 - Derby sign Bannister
PREMIERSHIP outfit Derby County have snapped up Bromsgrove Rovers' teenage prodigy Patrick Bannister. The 16-year-old striker, son of Rovers chief executive Pat Bannister, has signed a three-year professional contract with the Rams. Earlier this season
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7/2/00 - Flo and Co ready to pep ailing Rovers
BROMSGROVE Rovers play the first of two fund-raising friendlies tonight when First Division Wolves visit the Victoria Ground (7.45). Rovers are hoping for big crowds tonight and tomorrow, when Aston Villa come to town, to help the club clear debts of
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14/1/99 - Rivals make offer for Bowater
BROMSGROVE Rovers are confident they can fend off an approach from neighbours Redditch United for skipper Mark Bowater. Struggling Rovers, who visit bottom club Yate Town in the Dr Martens League Western Division tomorrow (3.00), have received a seven-day
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13/11/99 - Daley poised to call up new faces
BROMSGROVE Rovers could have two new faces in their line-up for tomorrow's Dr Martens League Western Division game at Tiverton Town (3.00). Manager Steve Daley has re-signed John Humphreys, who can play in defence or midfield, from Blakenall and hopes
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5/11/99 - Mullen prepares to tackle former club
The memories will come flooding back for Evesham United boss Phil Mullen tomorrow when his side entertain Bromsgrove Rovers (3.00) in the Dr Martens League Western Division. Mullen has long links with Rovers, having both managed the club and played for
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17/9/99 - Rovers ready to climb the table
BROMSGROVE Rovers boss Steve Daley believes that a 'clear the air' meeting has kick-started their season into life. Rovers scored their first win of the season, 3-0 at Stourbridge in midweek, immediately after a players' meeting in the dressing rooms.
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27/8/99 - Daley ready to swoop for mystery striker
BROMSGROVE Rovers are set to boost their attack again in a bid to arrest their dismal start to the season. Manager Steve Daley was due to look at a striker in training last night with a view to a permanent signing. Daley declined to name the player involved
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Clarke stands by for Bulls recall
MATT Clarke could be set for a surprise Hereford United recall in tomorrow's Nationwide Conference home clash with Southport (3.00). Clarke, who was transfer-listed last week, is in line to play at centre-half with Ian Wright and James Wall both doubtful
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5/7/99 - Bannister appeals to fans in takeover
PAT Bannister has appealed to Bromsgrove Rovers supporters to help him complete his takeover of the club. Rovers' chief executive says he is "not far off" taking over the majority shareholding in the club from former chairman Stuart Arnold, after several
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5/7/99 - Rovers facing cup derby battle
BROMSGROVE Rovers have been handed a Worcestershire derby at Stourbridge in the preliminary round of the FA Cup. Rovers tackle their Dr Martens League Midland Division rivals on August 21. The winners could face another derby at home to Stourport Swifts
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24/6/99 - Hopkins signs for Rovers
CONTROVERSIAL ex-Birmingham City bad boy Robert Hopkins has signed for Bromsgrove Rovers. Hopkins, sent off on numerous occasions during his spell at St Andrew's, has signed non-contract terms after being released by Solihull Borough. Manager Steve Daley
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Answers to health questions
THE public have been urged to meet the group which commissions health services for Wyre Forest on Tuesday. Wyre Forest Primary Care Trust will hold its first open public meeting at the Postgraduate Medical Centre, Kidderminster Hospital, at 7pm. Chairman
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From the archives
100 years ago July 26 1902 AT a meeting of Evesham's Board of Guardians, the Medical Officer reported that all the sick inmates had been moved to the new infirmary by Inspector Yarnold and two policemen who were all skilled in ambulance work. The removal
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Bromsgrove Rovers 0 Bilston Town 2
Saturday, May 5, 2001 AS the death knell tolled around the Victoria Ground, one fans' frank admission summed up the feeling at Bromsgrove Rovers Football Club. "It just doesn't hurt anymore -- when you've been through what we've been through it doesn't
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Bromsgrove Rovers 0 Atherstone United 2
Thursday, May 3, 2001 BROMSGROVE Rovers have vowed to bounce back after suffering their third relegation in five seasons. Rovers, who were playing Conference football just four years ago, were sentenced to the drop from the Dr Martens League Western Division
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Gloucester City 2 Bromsgrove Rovers 2
Tuesday, May 1, 2001 BROMSGROVE Rovers were unlucky not to come away with all three Dr Martens Lea-gue Western Division points in a spirited 2-2 draw at Glouc-ester City. But after Cinderford pulled off a 2-0 win at Cirencester last night, Rovers' point
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Bromsgrove Rovers 2 Paget Rangers 1
Thursday, April 19, 2000 BROMSGROVE Rovers took a small step towards Dr Martens League Western Division survival with a battling 2-1 victory over plucky Paget Rangers last night. It was a generally nervous performance from the Greens, but Costas Xiourouppa's
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Mangotsfield Town 1 Bromsgrove Rovers 3
Saturday, March 31, 2001 A SUPERB all round performance saw Bromsgrove Rovers brush aside high-flying Mangotsfield United 3-1 at Cossham Street. It gave Rovers three vital points in their fight against relegation from the Dr Martens League Western Division
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Cirencester Town 3 Bromsgrove Rovers 1
Saturday, March 3, 2001 BROMSGROVE Rovers stay deep in trouble in the Dr Martens League Western Division after a 3-1 defeat at Cirencester Town. On a very heavy pitch, which was only declared fit an hour before kick-off, both sides found it difficult
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Shepshed Dynamo 3 Bromsgrove Rovers 3
Saturday, January 27, 2001 PLUCKY Bromsgrove Rovers came back from the dead to score two goals in the final two minutes as they snatched a 3-3 draw at Shepshed Dynamo in the Dr Martens League Western Division. Shaun Bedward and Michael Crawford struck
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Bromsgrove Rovers 1 Cinderford Town 0
Saturday, January 8, 2001 BROMSGROVE Rovers climbed out of the Dr Martens League Western Division relegation zone after a crucial 1-0 home win over bottom club Cinderford Town on Saturday. Phil Rowe's goal in first-half injury time securing Bromsgrove
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Bromsgrove Rovers 0 Redditch United 4
Monday, December 26, 2000. REDDITCH United hammered Bromsgrove Rovers 4-0 in the Dr Martens League Western Division at the Victoria Ground last night. And how the travelling army of United fans loved it, sentencing their local rivals to a 10th consecutive
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Hinckley United 4 Bromsgrove Rovers 2
Saturday, December 9, 2000 BROMSGROVE Rovers' disastrous Dr Martens League Western Division form continued on Saturday as they went down 4-2 at Hinckley United. And although strikers Richard Burgess and Craig Pountney were both in scoring form for the
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Bromsgrove Rovers 1 Bedworth United 2
Saturday, November 25, 2000 TROUBLED Bromsgrove Rovers were consigned to a third consecutive home defeat as they capitulated 2-1 against Bedworth United in Dr Martens League Western Division. They took a first half lead -- just as they did against Atherstone
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Atherstone United 3 Bromsgrove Rovers 2
Saturday, November 18, 2000 THREE sendings off, a dictionary of bookings and a goal from St Kitts International Michael Crawford highlighted a grandstand finish as Atherstone United scored three goals in the last ten minutes to beat Bromsgrove Rovers
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Bromsgrove Rovers 0 Halesowen Town 2
Tuesday, November 14, 2000 TWO goals on the stroke of half-time killed off any hopes Bromsgrove Rovers had of a long Dr Martens Cup run as they went down 2-0 to Halesowen Town in round one last night. Halesowen midfielder Ross Collins was the thorn in
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Bromsgrove Rovers 0 Tiverton Town1
Saturday, November 11, 2000 A SOLITARY goal from former Blackburn Rovers player Nicky Marker was enough to give eighth-placed Tiverton Town maximum points at Bromsgrove Rovers in the Dr Martens League Western Division on Saturday. The visitors took early
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Droylsden 0 Bromsgrove Rovers 0
Saturday, November 4, 2000 HANDBAGS at ten paces, fireworks and a disallowed 'winner' from striker Richard Burgess - it was all included in Bromsgrove Rovers' goalless draw at Droylsden in round one of the FA Umbro Trophy on Saturday. And in truth, it
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Bromsgrove Rovers 4 Stourport Swifts 3
Tuesday, October 31, 2000 MARK Benbow was the penalty hero for Bromsgrove Rovers in a Worcestershire Royal Infirmary Cup final second leg of high drama at the Victoria Ground last night. The attacking midfielder's 113th minute spot kick - which he stepped
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Moor Green 2 Bromsgrove Rovers 0
Saturday, October 28, 2000 FORGET the result. This was an encouraging performance from a Bromsgrove Rovers side still coming to terms with the sudden departure of manager George Rooney. In the current climate, a 2-0 Worcestershire Senior Cup defeat to
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25/10/00 - Bromsgrove are buried
BROMSGROVE Rovers slumped to their third Dr Martens League Western Division defeat on the trot when they were beaten 3-1 at Blakenall last night. Blakenall's enthusiasm was rewarded after seven minutes when striker Matt Coppin drilled a hard low shot
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11/10/00 - Rovers at best to beat Sutton
BROMSGROVE Rovers put in their best performance of the season to win 3-0 at home to Sutton Coldfield Town in the Dr Martens League Western Division last night. The words of manager George Rooney had an effect as an unchanged side looked like a different
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Bromsgrove Rovers 1, Racing Club Warwick 3
Tuesday, September 26, 2000 BROMSGROVE Rovers crashed to their third defeat in a row as they were beaten 3-1 by bottom side Racing Club Warwick. The defeat was all the more galling as Rovers played some nice football throughout, but the squad's inexperience
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Bromsgrove Rovers 1 Shepshed Dynamo 3
Saturday, September 23, 2000 BROMSGROVE Rovers scored a late consolation goal through Richard Burgess, but the damage had already been done by visitors Shepshed Dynamo who had eased into a three goal lead before the home striker struck the net in Saturday's
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Bromsgrove Rovers 3 Blakenall 3
Monday, August 28, 2000 BROMSGROVE Rovers continued their exciting yet frustrating start to the new campaign as they were held to a 3-3 draw against Blakenall yesterday in the Dr Martens League Western Division. Last year's leading scorers Mark Benbow
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Openers spark leaders
MORETON stay top of the second division after an 82-run home win over Badsey. Put in to bat, Moreton struggled against the new ball but Williams (56) and Henshaw (38) worked hard for an opening stand of 106. Four quick wickets saw Moreton struggling at
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Last gasp win maintains momentum
PERSHORE continued their climb up the Worcestershire Clubs Sunday League table when they visited Barnt Green and won an exciting match by one run. With Leon Botha opening the innings, Pershore needed a substantial score on an excellent wicket but after
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Antiques day £800 booster
AN antiques valuation day has given a welcome boost to Kemp Hospice's planned state-of-the-art home. Last week's event, held in glorious sunshine in Shatterford, raised £800 for the appeal. Two experts from Halls Fine Art, which has an office in Kidderminster's
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Vase date
PERSHORE Town visit Long Eaton in the second round of the FA Vase on Saturday, September 21. Their league season begins on Saturday, August 17, before which they have a series of friendlies arranged: Saturday - Unity Sports (home, 3pm). Saturday, August
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Techo hitch
WITH reference to the article in the Evening News on July 9 headed "Speed Gun too old to be used", I would like to point out that this matter was wrongly reported. The equipment has been withdrawn by the Association of Chief Police Officers, due to a
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Sound of music-makers
PRE-SCHOOL Pershore children enjoyed making musical mayhem when they were visited by workers from the Evesham Resource Centre. They came to St Wulstan's Hall armed with junk and scrap for the creative children of the pre-school group to make into shakers
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Support USA
PRESIDENT George W Bush is an honourable and peaceful man. After September 11, he made a speech to America and the world that left no one in doubt as to what his plan would be. Your correspondent L Spiteri should refer back to that speech made by President
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Teashop to home?
A PERSHORE teashop could be converted to residential premises if a planning application succeeds. Carlton House Restaurant, at 20 Bridge Street, is already part-residential but applicant, Mrs V A Wood, wants to make it wholly residential. Wychavon district
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House sales were folly
THERE are times when I'm embarrassed to be a native of these isles. A new idea has been announced with great fanfare - affordable housing for teachers and police. It seems like yesterday that affordable houses i.e. council houses and police houses were
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Pay rise would send tax bills rocketing
A MINORITY of council staff has been striking over pay. Your readers should know what is being demanded and what is on offer. The unions have put in a claim, which if met, would on average, cost an extra £80 in council tax for every household. I do not
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Cirencester Town (0) 1 Bromsgrove Rovers (0) 0
DMW May 6 HIGH, wide and handsome, time after time. It says a lot about a team's ghastly lack of accuracy that the busiest person in the ground is the young lad retrieving balls from beyond the trees. Looking back across a mediocre league campaign, Rovers
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Bromsgrove Rovers (1) 4 Stafford Rangers (1) 3
DMW April 29 REVITALISED Rovers saved the best 'til their last home game of the season -- stunning table toppers Stafford with a breathtaking second half comeback. At 3-1 up just ten minutes after the break, the visitors -- and 500 expectant fans -- looked
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2002/2003 season
HOME, away (Dr Martens Western fixtures unless stated) Thu Jul 18 Cradley Town (Friendly) 1-0 (Crisp) Sat Jul 20 WEST BROMWICH ALBION (Friendly) Sat Aug 17 Racing Club Warwick Tue Aug 20 BEDWORTH UNITED Sat Aug 24 SHEPSHED DYNAMO Mon Aug 26 Rugby United
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Redditch United (1) 3 Bromsgrove Rovers (0) 1
DMW April 24 NABILITY to turn pressure into goals proved Rovers' downfall at the Valley Stadium on Monday. After showing determination and attacking flair to cancel out the Reds' shock 34th second opener, the visitors failed to take their chances and
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Promotion for MP
DROITWICH Spa's MP has been promoted to assistant chief whip in an opposition re-shuffle. Peter Luff has been given the new title, which has replaced the old one of pairing whip. Mr Luff's duties will include appointments to Commons committees, agreeing
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Sutton Coldfield T (0) 0 Bromsgrove Rovers (1) 3
DMW April 15 GOALS from Ryan Daley, Peter Sutton and Mark Benbow earned Rovers their first win in seven league games at soggy Coles Lane on Saturday. While their hosts missed a hatful of chances, Steve Daley's men finished in style to deservedly post
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Artist spotlights the themes of life
MOONSHINE Tales and Other Stories is a new exhibition by Vered Lahav at the Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum until September 14. Best known for her beautiful photographs and unusual installations, Vered Lahav is a young artist who graduated from
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Summer exhibition
THE Stour Gallery's fifth summer exhibition begins on Saturday. The gallery in Shipston's High Street will feature paintings, original prints, studio ceramics and sculpture from a whole host of new artists. The exhibition runs until Saturday, August 17
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An American experience
PREPARE yourself for the American Extravaganza. The show will be rolling into Malvern for one weekend only on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 August. The tribute to American history and culture will see a variety of different entertainments and even offers
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Kidderminster Harriers (0) 1 Bromsgrove Rovers (0) 0
WSC SF March 20 AGILE goalkeeper Nore Gabbidon was Rovers' shining star in Monday night's narrow defeat at Aggborough. In Gabbidon and stubborn skipper Mark Bowater, the Greens arguably had the best two players on the park and they were unlucky not to
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Bromsgrove Rovers (0) 1 Blakenall (1) 1
DMW March 11 GOAL-DEN boy Peter Sutton continued his dazzling run of form against arguably the best side Rovers have played this season. With just 20 minutes to go and the visitors nestling snugly on their slender lead, the ex-Walsall youngster chased
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Cinderford Town (0) 0 Bromsgrove Rovers (2) 4
DMW March 4 IN case you're wondering, little has changed about The Causeway, Cinderford, since Rovers' humiliating FA Cup defeat in November 1995. It wasn't pouring with rain this time, but the pitch still resembles a sticky, squelchy bog -- so congratulations
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2001/2002 Season
HOME, away (Midland Alliance fixtures unless stated) Sat Aug 11 Oldbury United 3-3 (McHugh, P Moore, M Moore pen) Tue Aug 14 STRATFORD TOWN 0-1 Sat Aug 18 KNYPERSLEY VICTORIA 3-2 (Ford pen, P Moore, Coppin) Tue Aug 21 Halesowen Harriers 1-3 (Bowen) Mon
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Bromsgrove Rovers (1) 1 Evesham United (0) 0
DMW February 19 "WITH a little bit of luck, we can make it through... February.'' Apologies to DJ Luck for poaching his top ten hit, but it sums up Rovers' latest league victory quite smartly. During their pre-Christmas low patch, gloomy fans frequently
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Bromsgrove Rovers (2) 3 Solihull Borough (0) 0
DMW January 22 IF this division had its own fantasy league, Peter Sutton would be riding high in the most valuable player charts. Goals against Yate, Stourbridge and Paget plus three assists in Saturday's victory has made the returnee striker a hot property
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Bromsgrove Rovers (1) 4 Stourbridge (1) 1
DMW January 18 ROVERS' scorching start to the Year 2000 continued with last night's drubbing of Stourbridge at the Victoria Ground. Steve Daley's side fought back from a goal down to chalk up their third successive league win. Quentin Townsend (two),
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25/5/01 - Ford is target for relegated Rovers
BROMSGROVE Rovers boss Steve Daniels is hoping to bring former Kidderminster Harriers defender Jon Ford to the club next season. Ford, who also enjoyed spells in the Football League with Swansea, Bradford, Gillingham and Barnet, has been released by Halesowen
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11/5/01 - Super Smith hangs on for trophy glory
EVESHAM United defender Andy Smith has held off all challengers to win the Evening News' Ray Mercer Memorial Trophy. The 29-year-old full-back was a model of consistency in the Common Road club's best-ever season in the Dr Martens League, helping them
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Gipsies may be forced to move
TOUGH new action is being considered to solve a gipsy site problem after five years. The new action to force gipsy families to quit the two acre Twin Oaks site in Evesham Road, is being considered by Wychavon District councillors. But the gipsies say
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Racing Club Warwick (2) 3 Bromsgrove Rovers (2) 3
DMW January 3 ROVERS launched the new century with a rare draw at soggy Townsend Meadow on Monday. Both sides gave everything in appalling conditions, producing a game that may have lacked quality, but wasn't short on commitment or enthusiasm. Steve Daley's
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1/5/01 - Rovers are desperate for points
NOTHING less than three wins from their last three games will do if Bromsgrove Rovers are to avoid the drop - says Director of Football Steve Daniels. Rovers slipped into the Dr Martens League Western Division relegation zone following a double defeat
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Bromsgrove Rovers (0) 1 Redditch United (2) 3
DMW December 27 DEFENSIVE lapses gifted Redditch maximum points in the Boxing Day derby. Matt Bytheway's failure to boot a long ball to safety allowed dangerous striker Michael Moore to nip in for number one on the half hour mark and a rare slip by skipper
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Stafford Rangers (1) 3 Bromsgrove Rovers (1) 1
DMW December 18 BATTLING Rovers slid into the bottom three of the Western section after this latest setback. It was not the early Christmas present boss Steve Daley was seeking, but he can take heart from a match that saw his young side fight to the final
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Bromsgrove Rovers (2) 4 Redditch United (1) 3
WSC R2 December 7 SUBSTITUTE Mark Benbow's injury time strike booked Rovers' place in round three. Trailing 3-2 with four minutes to go, Steve Daley's men staged a stunning comeback at the Victoria Ground last night to leave neighbouring Redditch in shock
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24/4/01 - Rovers survival hit by injuries
BROMSGROVE Rovers' hopes of boosting their fight against relegation at Racing Club Warwick tonight (7.45) have been hit by an injury crisis. Five of their recent signings - Mark Creighton, Costas Xiourouppa, Kevin Banner, Lloyd and Andrew Woodvine - will
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Solihull Borough (1) 3 Bromsgrove Rovers (0) 0
DMW November 27 UNORTHODOX maybe, brave undoubtedly. Greg Parkes' efforts' between the sticks on Saturday proved there's plenty of spirit between those broad shoulders. Parkes, son of the Greens' larger than life goalkeeping coach Phil, was the second
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Bromsgrove Rovers (1) 3 Yate Town (0) 0
DMW November 20 PICTURE the gloomy scene on the Yate team coach as it trundled back down the M5 on Saturday night, writes TERESA PHILLIPS. "We let three goals in today, and a 15-year-old got two of them." But when you've had trials with Derby and are
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30/3/01 - Bromsgrove debut for Cartwright
BROMSGROVE Rovers exp-ect former Kidderminster Harriers midfielder Neil Cart-wright to make his debut in tomorrow's trip to Mangots-field for a Dr Martens League Western Division encounter (3pm). Cartwright has made the switch from Halesowen Town along
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2/3/01 - Rovers sign two more players
BROMSGROVE Rovers' new Director of Football Steve Daniels has made two more additions to his squad ahead of tomorrow's crucial trip to Cirencester Town (3pm). He has recruited 18-year-old left-sided player Kevin Banner from Midland Alliance side Oldbury
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Evesham United (0) 0 Bromsgrove Rovers (1) 2
DMW November 6 GREG Parkes may look more like a prop forward than a centre forward, but he proved an invaluable weapon in revitalised Rov-ers' armoury. The midweek signing from Bridgnorth Town refused to be intimidated by snide remarks from the home crowd
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Bromsgrove Rovers (1) 2 Halesowen Town (2) 5
FAT round one October 9 THE tie was enthralling, the result a disaster for Rovers, who must now abide by that tired old clich and concentrate on making their mark in the Western Division. Town, who had probably expected an easier first round run-out,
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Bromsgrove Rovers (0) 0 Cinderford Town (0) 1
DMW October 2 "CINDERFORD'S chairman said they committed daylight robbery and we should have won by five or six goals. But when you look in the Sunday papers, the result is still 0-1.'' Until Rovers start taking chances and winning home games, or the
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26/1/01 - Three directors quit Rovers board
CRISIS club Bromsgrove Rovers have suffered a fresh blow after three of their directors resigned. Phil Baker, Tony Partridge and Tom Herbert quit after an emergency board meeting last night, reducing the number of directors at the club to six. The trio
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23/1/01 - Council boost Rovers
BROMSGROVE Rovers have been given fresh hope of averting a winding-up order. Their landlords Bromsgrove District Council have assured them they will be granted a new lease on the Victoria Ground, even though the club faces an £18,000 demand from HM Customs
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19/1/01 - Meacham joins list of Rovers recruits
BROMSGROVE Rovers have made yet another addition to their squad ahead of tomorrow's Dr Martens League Western Division clash with Cirencester Town (3pm). Wesley Meacham, a 17-year-old left-sided player released by Aston Villa, could be in line for his
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Stourbridge (0) 0 Bromsgrove Rovers (2) 3
DMW September 14 BROMSGROVE Rovers secured their first win of the season with a comfortable victory at Amblecote last night. Mark Bowater was the hero for the visitors, scoring a goal in each half with Richard Ball also finding the net in the first period
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18/1/01 - Lease the key to Rovers future
BROMSGROVE Rovers chief executive Pat Bannister says the club will fold unless they get a new seven-year lease for their Victoria Ground home. The club is waiting for a decision from Bromsgrove Council on the lease, which is tied in with plans to extend
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Bromsgrove Rovers (1) 1 Moor Green (0) 2
DMW September 11 BROMSGROVE Rovers were beaten in injury time for the second game running as Moor Green maintained their 100 per cent record with two late goals at the Victoria Ground on Saturday. Welcoming back Mark Bowater, Richard Ball and Colin Radburn
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Bilston Town (1) 1 Bromsgrove Rovers (1) 1
DMW August 30 TWO penalties, two disallowed goals and a hard-working performance added up to Rovers' first point of the Millennium season. After three disappointing draws and a lost point at home to Hinckley on Saturday, Steve Daley's side were determined
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12/1/01 - Bannister closes on Rovers deal
BROMSGROVE Rovers chief executive Pat Bannister is confident he can complete his takeover of the club within the next three weeks. His long-running battle to take over the majority shareholding of former chairman Stuart Arnold came to a head at a five-hour
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Stourbridge (1) 3 Bromsgrove Rovers (1) 1
FAC preliminary round August 21 IF Sky Sports had fancied dropping down several divisions for their live football coverage last weekend, viewers wouldn't have been disappointed with this enthralling cup tie. I'm not talking about star quality here --
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Bromsgrove Rovers Football Club - factfile
Formed: 1885 Directions: The Victoria Ground is situated on the north side of Bromsgrove on the Birmingham Road, which is off the A38 Bromsgrove by pass. The M5 and M42 join the A38 to the north of the town making it easy to get to the ground without
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16/12/00 - Rovers facing Trophy setback
BROMSGROVE Rovers may have to replay their FA Umbro Trophy second round tie at Lancaster City after a numbers mix-up. Rovers won 1-0 at the Unibond League Premier Division side two weeks ago, but it has since emerged that three Rovers players wore different
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05/12/00 - Soccer legend awaits Rovers
WORCESTER City, Hereford United and Evesham United have all been drawn at home in the third round of the FA Umbro Trophy -- while Bromsgrove Rovers must travel to face an England legend. City will entertain Dr Martens League Western Division side Tiverton
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21/11/00 - Rovers unveil another newcomer
STRUGGLING Bromsgrove Rovers are set to introduce another new signing in tonight's must-win game at Racing Club Warwick (7.45). Sean Bedward, who can play up front or on the left wing, has been recruited from Hinckley United. He is likely to make his
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Brave duo pip big guns to take title
FORMER Green Hill School pupil Philippa Turner, together with Fern Cotterill, rowing for Wycliffe, won Gold in the WJ15 doubles event at the National Championships of Great Britain. Held at the National Watersports Centre, Nottingham, the competition
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14/11/00 - Three more new faces at Rovers
BROMSGROVE Rovers could parade three new signings in tonight's first round clash with Halesowen Town at the Victoria Ground (7.45). They have secured striker Matt Southwick from Stourport Swifts, and ex-Rovers goalkeeper Neil Olden and defender Stuart
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10/11/00 - Stiff test for Rovers revival
BROMSGROVE Rovers must concentrate on the business of picking up league points when they entertain Tiverton Town tomorrow in the Dr Martens League Western Division (3pm). Rovers' spirits have been transformed by their excellent FA Umbro Trophy replay
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3/11/00 - Chambers interested in Rovers
JOHN Chambers is the latest person to throw his hat into the ring for the managerial vacancy at Bromsgrove Rovers. Chief executive Pat Bannister confirmed that the former Kidderminster and Halesowen boss had applied for the vacancy, and said that interviews
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26/10/00 - Rooney axed as Rovers boss
GEORGE Rooney has been axed as Bromsgrove Rovers manager after only three months in charge. The former Worcester City boss has left the Victoria Ground following talks with chief executive Pat Bannister, with Rovers struggling in 20th place in the Dr
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10/10/00 - The Blues lift spirits of boss Rooney
BROMSGROVE Rovers boss George Rooney is hoping the club's link-up with Birmingham City will help improve their fortunes. Rovers are to take on some of Blues' Academy players and give them first-team experience. Midfielder Michael Jameson should figure
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6/10/00 - Rovers set for League link-up
BROMSGROVE Rovers could be on the verge of establishing a link with a Nationwide League club. The link will enable the unnamed club sending some of its talented youngsters to Bromsgrove to enable them to get first-team experience. The link is unlikely
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3/10/00 - Rovers wait on decision
BROMSGROVE Rovers expect a decision later this week over chief executive Pat Bannister's proposed takeover of the club. A board meeting last night heard they were still waiting for an answer from majority shareholder Stuart Arnold over Bannister's offer
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29/9/00 - Rooney out to turn tide at Weston
MANAGER George Rooney has moved to bolster his Bromsgrove Rovers squad ahead of tomorrow's Dr Martens League Western Division trip to Weston-super-Mare (3pm). He has signed striker Craig Pountney from Moor Green, and he is expected to come straight into
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Being positive about the B50
RESIDENTS living in the Bidford area have been urged to fill in and return their parish appraisal questionnaires. The village's B50 Appraisal Group has sent out 2,200 questionnaires to people living in the B50 postcode, covering Bidford, Barton, Marlcliff