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Home open
THE State Room and gardens at Hartlebury Castle, home of the Bishop of Worcester, will be open to the public on Sunday, June 13. The Bishop, the Rt Rev Dr Peter Selby and his wife, Jan, will host an open afternoon from 2pm to 5pm.
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Time team dig up city's past industry
DISCOVERY: Evidence of a mediaeval workshop has been unearthed in Hereford. The remains of a furnace and metal workings dating back to the 15th Century have been found in Bewell Street, near to All Saints Church. Archaeologist Cath Crooks said a cess
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Van will pick up that can
GREEN-thinking staff at a Worcestershire day centre have launched a new scheme to improve recycling in the area. The Wyre Forest Day Opportunities centre in Kidderminster has bought a new van to pick up bags of cans and other materials from local pubs
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Tragic death of our Tony
THE Evening News was today coming to terms with the tragic loss of Tony Moore, our Deputy Sports Editor. Tony, who was just 40, had been an integral part of our sports team for more than a decade. He was discovered at his St Peter's home on Sunday. The
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Lightning strike kills man, 63
A LIGHTNING strike has killed a Kidderminster man who was taking part in a national model plane competition. Peter Harris, aged 63, who lived in Baldwin Road, died on Sunday, as he cycled across the runway at RAF Barkston Heath, in Lincolnshire, to collect
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There's holy ground in Worcester, claimed duo
TWO of American history's most famous statesmen visited Worcester and declared part of the city as "holy ground", a historian has discovered. To the surprise of archaeology experts in the city, in a previously unrecorded trip, Thomas Jefferson and John
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Conference set to tackle domestic violence
ACADEMIC experts from across Britain are to converge on Worcester for a conference on domestic violence. University College Worcester is to play host to the one-day event on Saturday which will attract scholars from Warwick and Bristol universities. Topics
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Teenage tearaways told to keep away
TWO brothers have become the subjects of Droitwich's first anti social behaviour orders - and town police have warned that more could be on their way. The two-year orders were imposed on 17-year-old Marc and 18-year-old Anthony Bonehill on Friday, May
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Disgraced drugs trio will return to school
A HEADTEACHER at a Herefordshire school has been forced to reinstate three pupils expelled over an alleged cannabis dealing incident. An independent appeals panel ruled the decision to expel the 15-year-olds had been "too harsh" and ruled they should
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College farewell to it's leading lady Pat
AFTER quarter of a century working with thousands of students, one of the longest-serving members of staff is saying goodbye to University College Worcester. Pat Pichard joined the Henwick Grove college in 1979 after five years working at a Birmingham
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Two are one ... thanks to News column
A COUPLE who found love in the lonely hearts column of the Evening News tied the knot with their wedding this weekend. Like many people with children, busy jobs and hectic lifestyles, Tina Tyrrell and Andrew Small found it hard to make time for dates.
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Reid's City on friendly list
DAVE Busst's former club, Coventry City, form part of an attractive series of friendly action for Evesham United. The Sky Blues, now managed by Peter Reid, are due to visit Common Road on Tuesday, July 20 for a 7pm start. The clash with the Nationwide
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Hall set to lift County fortunes
WORCESTERSHIRE hope to have Andrew Hall fit for selection by the end of the week. The South African all-rounder, however, is ruled out of the Frizzell County Championship Division One match against Northamptonshire which opens at Northampton tomorrow.
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Warriors wait on Burke decision
WORCESTER Warriors are ex-pecting a decision from Matt Burke by the end of this week. The newly-promoted club, who have made an offer to the Wallaby legend along with fellow Premiership outfit Newcastle, are hoping that the 31-year-old will give Sixways
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May's efforts to no avail
OLD Elizabethans lost their last five wickets for no runs to slip to a disappointing defeat at Sutton Coldfield for their Birmingham Premier League Division Two fixture. The north Worcester side won the toss and invited their hosts to bat on what looked
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Are you a winner?
* (I) indicates Internet entries. A PAIR of tickets to the Baby Show at the NEC from May 21 until May 23 were won by: J Bannerman, Norwich Avenue, Kidderminster; K Fenwick, Beeches Avenue, Birmingham (I); C McLaughlin, Habberley Road, Kidderminster; P
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1/6/04 - Hall set to lift County fortunes
WORCESTERSHIRE hope to have Andrew Hall fit for selection by the end of the week. The South African all-rounder, however, is ruled out of the Frizzell County Championship Division One match against Northamptonshire which opens at Northampton tomorrow.
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Why should they trust the police?
"Why should we trust you?" asked one voice from the audience. After a few sniggers at the simplicity of the question and a slightly uneasy joke by Divisional Commander Simon Adams, there was a pause. The question was repeated and five simple words seemed
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Sign of age
I KNOW I'm fast growing old myself, but D E Margrett's remark "how one longs for the good old days is a definite sign of age. GEORGE COWLEY, Worcester.
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* Bogus taximan's kidnap bid * Tragic death of Newsman Tony * City unearths US link... 218 years on
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Girl Friday's big business
LIFE has become so hectic for some people they need someone else to walk their dog, do their washing and even book their hair appointments! And to cope with these demands a whole new industry has sprung up, where people do everything for their bosses
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Teenage tearaways told to keep away
TWO brothers have become the subjects of Droitwich's first anti social behaviour orders - and town police have warned that more could be on their way. The two-year orders were imposed on 17-year-old Marc and 18-year-old Anthony Bonehill on Friday, May
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Brenda packs in papers after 25 years
IT is the end of an era for Evening News deliveries at Cutnall Green, with the retirement of dedicated delivery woman, Brenda Rastall, after a quarter of a century. Come rain or shine, local residents have come to rely on Mrs Rastall and members of her
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On the trail of Sir Ed
A GUIDED tour of "Elgar Country" is on offer on Thursday for music lovers who want to know more about Worcestershire's most famous son. The cradle-to-grave route includes Sir Edward Elgar's birthplace museum, in Lower Broadheath, the Malvern Hills and
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Accident
A woman was taken to Worcestershire Royal Hospital last night after a road traffic accident in Droitwich. The incident occurred at 10.15pm on Ombersley Road. No other vehicles were involved.
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Driver badly injured
THE driver of a car is in a critical condition after an accident in Herefordshire at the weekend. A red Land Rover and blue Renault Clio were involved in the incident that occurred on the A4362 at Shobden, near Leominster, at around 1.30am on Saturday
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Shop fire
FIREFIGHTERS from Hereford were called to an electrical fire this morning. The fire, at the One Stop Shop in Belmont Road, Hereford, is believed to have been caused by an overheated light switch. Two engines were called to the scene at 6.30am. The crews
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Witnesses
HEREFORD police have appealed for witnesses and information after a pedestrian was knocked over by a car at the weekend. A blue Citroen Saxo was travelling on the A40 at Hildersley, when it was in collision with the pedestrian. The incident occurred at
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Summer fte boost for church revamp appeal
THE campaign to save Oddingley's unique 15th Century church is nearing a successful conclusion but more money is still needed to restore the beautiful landmark. A grant from English Heritage and Droitwich Preservation Trust has helped a great deal towards
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It didn't rain on our parade!
THE sun shone for thousands of festival-goers who lined the streets of Evesham at the weekend for the two-yearly town carnival. Saturday's party had a 1970s theme and included 14 colourful floats, with everything from Tops of the Pops to the main attraction
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Take a bow for making it happen
OVER the past five years, at regular intervals, we've grown accustomed to bringing you news of what we regard as one of the most important projects in the Faithful City - Acorns Children's Hospice. Much of it has centred on why Worcester was chosen for
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A bit more up top for Acorns
SUPPORTERS and staff at a new hospice being built in Worcester will be on top of the world today as they celebrate a major milestone in the £4m building project. The new Acorns Children's Hospice, being built in Bath Road, near the city centre, will be
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DRIVER TRIES KIDNAP ON BRIDGE
A BOGUS taxi driver made two attempts to lure a young woman into his car in Worcester. The kidnap bids took place on Worcester Bridge at around 1.30am on Saturday, when the 23-year-old was walking home alone after a night out at the Westside nightclub
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Family still sleeping rough
A COUPLE with a two-month old baby are still sleeping rough in a car after two councils "failed" to find them a home. Gordon Kenny and his partner Sharon Maggs were evicted from their Droitwich home - owned by Bromford Carinthia - after running up large
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Did brutal killer murder before?
POLICE are re-investigating the brutal crimes of serial killer Philip Smith amid fears that as many as 20 other deaths could be linked to him, it has been claimed. Smith was given three life sentences in July 2001 after pleading guilty at Leicester Crown
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Eastnor fun for all the family
STEAM and wood combined to make an unusual but successful event at Eastnor Castle, near Ledbury, at the weekend. The Steam Fair, traditionally one of the most popular at the castle at this time of year, included working steam engines, model railway rides
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Fun in sun as hundreds hit the streets
IT was fun in the sun for hundreds of revellers yesterday as Pershore staged its annual carnival. A plethora of floats festooned with colourful dcor brightened up the Bank Holiday weekend as the town partied. Bands marched and played as young and old
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Tackling yobs and safety
COMBATTING anti-social behaviour and improving road safety are top of the agenda for residents in Warndon. In January the police were given additional powers to clamp down on offenders, under the Anti-Social Behaviour Act. They were able to disperse groups
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Brenda packs in papers after 25 years
IT is the end of an era for Evening News deliveries at Cutnall Green, with the retirement of dedicated delivery woman, Brenda Rastall, after a quarter of a century. Come rain or shine, local residents have come to rely on Mrs Rastall and members of her
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Guildhall revamp on cards
ONE of Worcester's oldest buildings has moved a step closer to being brought into the 21st Century with improved disabled access. A planning application has been lodged by the city council to add a lift and ramps to The Guildhall. If the plans are approved
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Gifford ton lifts Kidderminster
WILL Gifford hit a century as Kidderminster Victoria beat Harborne by seven wickets in the Birmingham League Division One at Chester Road. Kidderminster skipper Jonathan Wright won the toss and asked Harborne to bat. Opening bowlers Ted Baylis and Matt
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Bailey bags bronze
LES Bailey bagged a bronze medal at the recent Britain Sprint Triathlon Championship held at Arrow County Park, Redditch. In perfect racing conditions, the Worcester Tri Club member completed the 400 metres open water swim, 20km hilly bike and 5km flat
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Roly: home spun hero
NO English leg-spinner has ever returned all-round figures to rival those of Worcester's Roly Jenkins in the summer of 1949. With 183 victims, he was the country's leading wicket-taker, his "dogged batting" yielded 1,183 runs, and his "live-wire fielding
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Boyle and Hale lay platform for win
OLD Elizabethans' second team produced a much improved performance in defeating Penn at The Memorial Ground. OEs inserted Penn on a good pitch and were rew-arded with two early wickets. Eaton and Homer then produced a patient 80-run stand for the third
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Women's violence against men
I READ with interest D E Margrett's view regarding women priests. The only comment with which I would take issue is that domestic violence is perpetrated only by males. The issues surrounding spousal abuse by women have always been a matter of great shame
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Sad fate of the rusty pillar boxes
I WONDER how many of your readers remember when pillar boxes were a bright red? Now they are dirty, rusting and have not been painted in years. They look terrible. J L REYNOLDS, Worcester.
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By George
AFTER walking into town from my home, I was very impressed to see how there are more and more St George flags flying everywhere on cars and houses. It looks as though local people are becoming more and more proud of this fine country of ours. K GEORGE
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Issue of cormorants and coarse fish stocks
WITH the 2004 traditional coarse fishing season in prospect there has never been a better time for anglers, commonly known as the eyes and ears of Britain's waterways, to monitor the damage done to our fish stocks by cormorants. Ben Bradshaw MP told the
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Why I will boycott firm of robin killers
I HAVE just heard on BBC Hereford & Worcester that one of the nationwide Wyevale Garden Centres has, on the advice of DEFRA, just killed three robins who were nesting in the area of the restaurant. I find it extremely disturbing that DEFRA, the organisation
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1/6/04 - Warriors wait on Burke decision
WORCESTER Warriors are ex-pecting a decision from Matt Burke by the end of this week. The newly-promoted club, who have made an offer to the Wallaby legend along with fellow Premiership outfit Newcastle, are hoping that the 31-year-old will give Sixways
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New M&S boss down to work
NEW Marks & Spencer boss Stuart Rose was immediately at work today after a dramatic weekend of boardroom changes at the £10bn takeover target. Mr Rose, the former boss of Top Shop-to-Dorothy Perkins chain Arcadia, was appointed chief executive at
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College farewell to it's leading lady Pat
AFTER quarter of a century working with thousands of students, one of the longest-serving members of staff is saying goodbye to University College Worcester. Pat Pichard joined the Henwick Grove college in 1979 after five years working at a Birmingham