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Money is wasted
YOU have to possess a perverted sense of humour when reading the story "Decision needed to solve bed crisis" (We Say, July 18). Then we read again (We Say, July 19) that "MPs must stand up and be counted". UK aid budget to the Third World is soaring to
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Pitchcroft owned by people of Worcester
EARL Beauchamp bequeathed Pitchcroft to the people of Worcester around 1898, for their use and enjoyment, in perpetuity. The process of separating Worcester people from their "ownership" of Pitchcroft began to accelerate in the late 1980s when the memorial
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29/7/02 Swifts sink at Boldmere
KERRY Giddings scored the only goal as Stourport Swifts finished on the wrong end of a shock 4-1 drubbing at Midland Alliance side Boldmere on Saturday. Swifts will aim to make up for the friendly defeat with another pre-season clash at home to Stourbridge
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'The world cannot turn its back now'
A CRIPPLING combination of natural and man-made crises across southern Africa is driving more than six million children towards starvation in the coming months. In total, 12.8m people across Malawi, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Lesotho, Swaziland and Zambia
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Desperate story of one child's plight
David Zulou is suffering from advanced vitamin deficiency, known as kwashiorkor. His little sister Sorigina is one-and-a-half. She suckles the breast of her mother Lucia, but breast milk is not sufficient for her and there is little to be had. Lucia's
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Factfile:
What your donation will buy for southern Africa? - £2 could provide two boxes of high energy biscuits - a week's supply for a malnourished child - £25 will provide enough therapeutic feeding for 350 children - £27 will buy 1 nutrition kit containing oral
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26/7/02 - Annual knockout
Eastnor CC annual Colts' six-a-side knockout will be held on Sunday, August 4. For further information and entry please ring John Astbury on (01531) 532536.
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I've an interest to declare - MP
MPs - ever mindful of being accused of "sleaze" - often make declarations of interest before they stand up to speak in Westminster debate. In most cases these statements are incredibly tedious. I have, for example, lost count of the times I have heard
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Double bonus
University College Worcester has welcomed two new members to its marketing team, working through a job-share arrangement in the role of marketing communications officer. Jane Britton joins UCW from Broadview Press, an independent academic publisher, where
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Refugees will go private
A PRIVATELY-run health centre is being touted for the proposed asylum seeker hostel at Throckmorton. A Home Office spokesman has revealed that a private health firm - like BUPA - could be invited to set up a clinic especially for the 750 refugees sent
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Chance to live a Roman experience
THERE'S no place like Rome. Youngsters are being invited to take up their swords and shields for a day of fun at Worcester's Museum of Local Life. Eight to 12-year-olds will relive scenes from the film Gladiator as they are introduced to life in Roman
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Pups thrown out with the rubbish
TWO puppies were left to die among bags of rubbish just yards from a Worcestershire rescue centre which had been hosting a dog show. The five-week-old pups were found by two girls, who heard their squeals and alerted nearby rescue centre staff. Sindie
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Warndon extension too large
CITY councillors have blocked plans for an extension to a house in Warndon after listening to objections from a neighbour. At a meeting of the planning committee, members heard from Peter Jennings, of Wirlpiece Avenue, who said the proposed extension
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Driver is airlifted to hospital
A motorist was airlifted to Birmingham's Selly Oak Hospital with serious head injuries after a collision in Hereford. Emergency services were scrambled to the scene at 3.20pm on Wednesday, after a red VW Vento and a red Nissan Micra collided on the A44
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29/7/02 - Jamie staking claim at City
A SUPERB solo effort from Jamie Edwards against Kidderminster Harriers on Saturday helped the youngster stake a claim for a place in the Worcester City squad. The strike opened up a two goal lead for City in the pre-season friendly at St George's Lane
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Joining forces with parents
A GROUP of youngsters in Droitwich has joined forces with their parents to help design an exciting new play area. They handed their ideas for the £30,000 revamp on the Westlands Estate to executives at Spa Housing Association, which set the wheels in
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Way to go for views, wildlife and rare trees
We left the Worcestershire Way a month ago at Knightwick so this is where we pick it up again for the fourth stage, a beautiful walk along the limestone ridges of the Suckley Hills. The views are superb, whether you're looking west across Herefordshire
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Jamie staking claim at City
A SUPERB solo effort from Jamie Edwards against Kidderminster Harriers on Saturday helped the youngster stake a claim for a place in the Worcester City squad. The strike opened up a two goal lead for City in the pre-season friendly at St George's Lane
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29/7/02 Rovers set to return to Aggborough
WORCESTERSHIRE Senior Cup holders Kidderminster Harriers will entertain Bromsgrove Rovers in the second round of this season's competition. Harriers will play their former Conference rivals, who now face Stourport Swifts in the Dr Martens League Western
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McCague starts in style
Martin McCague took three wickets on his Herefordshire debut against Berkshire in the Minor Counties Championship clash at Finchampstead. The former England paceman took 3-55 and Kevin Cooper 3-35 as the home side were bowled out for 231, Jonathan Perkins
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Stourport slump at Boldmere
TIM Langford dismissed Stourport Swifts' 4-1 defeat to Boldmere St Michael as a fitness exercise. Swifts manager used 20 players as he experimented with a number of systems including three up front. Kerry Giddings scored Stourport's goal and he is set
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29/7/02 Sweeney is in at Harriers
BIRMINGHAM County FA Youth team manager Martin Sweeney has been drafted in to help with scouting at Kidderminster Harriers. Sweeney's brief is to find talented players aged 16 to 19 and to assess Division Three opposition. Sweeney, 49, has managed Hednesford
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Steaming ahead with full agenda
THE Worcester Three Choirs Golden Jubilee Fringe Festival takes a break today ahead of a stream of events later in the week. From tomorrow Worcester Cathedral will be decked with flowers in celebration of the Queen's Golden Jubilee. The festival of cathedral
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Many thanks
I WOULD like to thank the Upton-upon-Severn's surgery for the help they have given me in my illness over the last few years. Nothing is too much trouble. They are very dedicated and thorough in their work regarding each patient, and certainly need a larger
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Disabled access a priority
UPTON: A survey is being carried out to assess accessibility for disabled people at Upton-upon-Severn's Memorial Hall. The listed building includes a public hall, kitchen and toilets on the ground floor, with the Town Council office on the first floor
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Not working
REGARDING the recent spate of fires on the City Walls Road, it beats me how is it that all three buildings set alight have all been next to CCTV cameras. I thought these cameras were meant as a deterrent to people committing unlawful acts. They quite
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Mystery of station
"ROMANCE" isn't the first word that comes to mind at Worcester's Foregate Street station in its current state. However, on instinctively scanning the Selected Destinations wall posters for my return train yesterday, the eye was drawn to an intriguing
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There's this lovely little airfield that I know...
I HEAR on the radio that we need more runways and space for aircraft. We have a lovely little airfield on the edge of Pershore that's doing nothing in particular. It would be more than suitable for light private aircraft and short-haul inter-city UK flights
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29/7/02 Worcester the prize in county cup
STOURPORT SWIFTS will entertain Worcester City in the Worcestershire Senior Cup second round if they can defeat Halesowen Town at the first stage. Tim Langford's men will entertain Dr Martens League Premier Division Halesowen on or before October 23.
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Worcester City 2 Kidderminster Harriers 2
Saturday, July 27, 2002 TWO late strikes in the space of a minute denied Worcester City a deserved victory over rivals Kidderminster Harriers at St George's Lane in an entertaining 2-2 draw. With John Barton's side two up with three minutes left on the
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Worcester City 2 Kidderminster Harriers 2
Saturday, July 27, 2002 TWO late strikes in the space of a minute denied Worcester City a deserved victory over rivals Kidderminster Harriers at St George's Lane in an entertaining 2-2 draw. With John Barton's side two up with three minutes left on the
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Fancy meeting you here, Minister...
MIKE Foster is doing what most people would dread - going on holiday with his boss. The MP, a Parliamentary aide in the education department, is not a glutton for punishment, though. It is coincidence that is placing him in the same resort as Margaret
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People award for medical practice
A DROITWICH medical practice has been recognised for its staff appreciation. Salters medical practice, in Ombersley Street, has recently gained Investor in People status. The Investor in People award is a standard by which organisations are measured,
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Floor company has it covered
A WORCESTERSHIRE flooring company has been named supplier of the year within its industry. Karndean International, in Offenham, near Evesham, was named Supplier of the Year by the Independent Flooring Distributors Association (IFDA). The company, which
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Exchange Down Under for chief of council
WORCESTERSHIRE County Council's chief executive is taking part in an exchange programme with Australia to learn about business practices Down Under. Rob Sykes will be swapping places with the City of Albury's manager of executive services, Judith Charlton
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Agency bid to pull people into towns
AN urban renaissance could be on the cards for Worcestershire following a special summit meeting. The region's development agency, Advantage West Midlands, has set out its proposals for a Centre of Regeneration Excellence to breathe new life into the
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29/7/02 - Moody: Title bid is still in balance
DIRECTOR of Cricket Tom Moody is warning his Worcestershire players that they still face a tough task to win the Norwich Union League Division One despite opening up an eight-point lead at the top of the table. The County turned up the title-chasing heat
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Left in pile of rubbish
HOURS after being dumped in a pile of rubbish, these two puppies are recovering at a Worcestershire animal rescue centre. Five-week-old Spot and Lucky were found near to the Greenacres Animal Rescue Centre, in Badsey, near Evesham. The pair are recovering
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Scheme to sift out begging buskers
TALENTLESS, begging buskers could soon be banned from Worcester's streets if a new scheme is given the go-ahead. The idea of a badge scheme is being considered in a city council review of street entertainers. Although the proposal is at a primary stage
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Larks in the park to say 'thanks'
FUN in the sun for all the family was the order of the day at Worcester's Cripplegate Park. Entertainment on Saturday included a giant game of draughts, face-painting, a clown, a magic show and a bouncy castle. There was also a serious side to the event
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Verdict today in fire trial
THE judge presiding over the trial of Ledbury landlady Janet Kaye was today due to start his summing up at Hereford Crown Court. Kaye, former licensee of the Seven Stars, is accused of arson with intent to endanger life following a blaze at the pub on
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Line slices neck
A SWAN had its neck sliced through to the bone when hundreds of yards of fishing line was dumped in the River Severn at Worcester. A fire crew launched a boat near the Cathedral on Saturday and found another bird pinned to the riverbank by the reel. Volunteers
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Body find
THE body of a man has been pulled from the River Wye in Herefordshire, after being spotted by members of the public. Police said the unidentified body was found between Fownhope and Ballingham at around 2pm, yesterday. The 6ft tall man is white, in his
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Kung Fu parking is facing the chop
A WORCESTER martial arts centre is to be given 12 months to find a new property after city councillors raised concerns about parking. Lion's Claw Kung Fu was set up in June and is based in a warehouse on Skinner Road in St John's, which used to be occupied
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Tippers dump on clear-up farmer
A FARMER who spent all day clearing waste from a public footpath near Pershore was horrified to find a lorry-load of garden cuttings dumped there the next day. Carl Powell spent hours last Tuesday picking up broken bottles and filthy plastic bags from
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It's a close shave for Vic
BBC Hereford & Worcester presenter Vic Kidgell has had a close shave to raise money for a children's charity. Mr Kidgell had his head shaved while on air on Friday to raise money for the Acorns Children's Hospice Trust. The event is expected to raise
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27/7/02 - Senior Cup away test
WORCESTER City face a trip to Stourport Swifts or Halesowen Town in the second round of the Worcestershire FA Senior Cup. Holders Kidderminster Harriers have been drawn at home to Bromsgrove Rovers. First round: Stourport v Halesowen; Sutton Coldfield
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New-look Scout hut
A WORCESTER Scout hut is being refurbished to make it available for more users. The Scout hut on Medway Road, Ronkswood, will be extended to incorporate a youth club after a National Lottery grant. The 18th Worcester Scout Group was awarded £199,466 from
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Activity holiday booming
AN intensive activity holiday has proved to be so popular with Malvern youngsters that applications are already being made for next summer. Around 560 youngsters are taking part in Young Malvern Activity holidays, which are run by Malvern College staff
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Secret history of apples
THE secret history of the Herefordshire cider apple could soon be uncovered by scientists at a top university. Herefordshire-based cider company Bulmers is ploughing cash into research into the ancestry of the cider apple, being led by Dr Barrie Juniper
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'Bring back the Hills bird book'
MALVERN Hills Conservators are considering re-launching a definitive guide to bird-life on the Hills that went out of print six years ago. The booklet, The Bird Report, listed breeding birds on the Conservators' land. From the mid-80s, it was compiled
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Bromsgrove Rovers 2 Willenhall Town 0
Saturday, July 27, 2002 TRIALIST Scott Laydon scored in Bromsgrove Rovers 2-0 victory against Willenhall Town at the Victoria Ground. The former Shrewsbury Town player, starred in the League of Ireland last year and is set to feature against Hereford
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Bromsgrove Rovers 1 WBA 6
Saturday, July 20, 2002 THERE are six divisions between Bromsgrove Rovers and West Bromwich Albion, and we should not forget that. Their pre-season friendly meeting at the Victoria Ground last Saturday - in front of a 2,158 - crowd was more about personal
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You can help in another world
IT has been pleasantly hot during the past few days. Hot enough to make headlines. In the coming days, the weather will tail off. That will make headlines again. And all this in a summer period! But we should be so lucky. Cast your mind back a couple
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Bromsgrove Rovers 2 Willenhall Town 0
Saturday, July 27, 2002 TRIALIST Scott Laydon scored in Bromsgrove Rovers 2-0 victory against Willenhall Town at the Victoria Ground. The former Shrewsbury Town player, starred in the League of Ireland last year and is set to feature against Hereford
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Dancing the night away for Acorns
REVELLERS at the Acorns summer ball dug deep into their pockets and raised thousands of pounds for the charity. The Saturday night event was organised by Worcester Rugby Club at their Sixways headquarters and was supported by the Evening News. Bidders
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Moody: Title bid is still in balance
DIRECTOR of Cricket Tom Moody is warning his Worcestershire players that they still face a tough task to win the Norwich Union League Division One despite opening up an eight-point lead at the top of the table. The County turned up the title-chasing heat
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Archer guaranteed a medal
WORCESTER'S Simon Archer is assured of at least a bronze medal in the mixed team badminton event after England came from behind to beat Malaysia 3-2 in their final Group A game at the Commonwealth Games in Manchester. Archer did not figure yesterday but
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29/7/02 Harriers struggle at non-league rivals
TWO late strikes in the space of a minute saved Kidderminster Harriers from an embarrassing defeat at county rivals Worcester City in an entertaining 2-2 draw. Harriers were 2-0 down at their former player John Barton's side with three minutes left on
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Neal out of luck again
WORCESTERSHIRE race ace Matt Neal saw his hopes of lifting the British Touring Car Championship further dented at Snetterton yesterday. The Hanbury driver retired in both the sprint and feature races in his Egg Sport Vauxhall Astra after setting the fastest
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Smith, Batty star for Royals
WORCESTERSHIRE Royals are eight points clear at the top of the Norwich Union League Division One after an unbeaten century stand between Ben Smith and Gareth Batty powered them to a six-wicket win over Yorkshire Phoenix at sun-baked New Road yesterday
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City denied by late rally from Harriers
TWO late strikes in the space of a minute denied Worcester City a deserved victory over rivals Kidderminster Harriers at St George's Lane in an entertaining 2-2 draw. With John Barton's side two up with three minutes left on the clock Bo Henriksen poked
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29/7/02 - Smith, Batty star for Royals
WORCESTERSHIRE Royals are eight points clear at the top of the Norwich Union League Division One after an unbeaten century stand between Ben Smith and Gareth Batty powered them to a six-wicket win over Yorkshire Phoenix at sun-baked New Road yesterday