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Snapper's top spot in global art show

A TOP snapper from Malvern is hoping to get in the frame in Birmingham after being picked to exhibit his work at a major festival in the city. Thirty-four year-old Luke Unsworth, was one of more than 60 artists short-listed from more than 700 entrants

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Life in Worcester is like EastEnders

SIR - Nigel Williams is a brave man to defend those women on their barge, but why should he risk his life because our decadent media are allowed to corrupt British young people with relentless portrayals of cynicism, brutality, sexploitation and so on

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21/11/05 - Sixways ace wins Pat on the back

WORCESTER'S Pat Sanderson remains convinced that New Zealand are beatable despite their 23-19 win against England at Twickenham on Saturday. The home side came tantalisingly close to ruining the tourists' grand-slam dreams but failed to conjure a winning

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Sorry, firing squads are not allowed

ONE of the most persistent causes of resentment in today's society is the perception that crime not only pays but often goes unpunished, too. Every offender seems to have a solicitor paid for by the taxpayer who will invariably argue that alcohol or a

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Warriors wide boys too good for Bristol

THE Warriors' wings both ran in tries as a packed Sixways saw Worcester outplay Bristol with a fine display of expansive rugby. Thinus Delport crossed in the first-half and Aisea Havili in the second, while the boot of Shane Drahm added the rest to overcome

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Sixways ace wins Pat on the back

WORCESTER'S Pat Sanderson remains convinced that New Zealand are beatable despite their 23-19 win against England at Twickenham on Saturday. The home side came tantalisingly close to ruining the tourists' grand-slam dreams but failed to conjure a winning

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Under 16 changes

NORTH Midlands Under 16s will field a new centre pairing of George Karayiannis and Sam Harding for their final match of the short county programme against East Midlands at Droitwich tonight (7pm). A number of North Midlands players have already achieved

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Boddy has no freeze fears for cup tie

DAVE Boddy insists freezing conditions should not prevent Worcester City successfully staging the money-spinning FA Cup clash with Huddersfield Town. Bad weather once again put paid to City's latest Nationwide North fixture, as last Saturday's fixture

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Handy Williams on song for Hereford

HEREFORD finally won back-to-back Conference matches for the first time this season to move into closer order at the top of the table. In a match which director of football Graham Turner aptly described as 'a game of two halves', the Bulls dominated the

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Striker nets two in Robins fog rout

EVESHAM United climbed out of the Southern Premier League relegation zone after demolishing rock bottom Northwood 4-0. Striker John Williams scored a brace, while Matthew Lewis and Richard Ball also hit the scoresheet as the Robins cruised to a comfortable

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Send your greetings on poster for charity

ST Richard's Hospice is offering people the chance to save money, paper and time this Christmas by sending seasons greetings in a way that will also help the charity. Office workers, community organisations, clubs, schools and other groups are being urged

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Warriors 24 Bristol 15

Friday, November 18, 2005 THE Warriors' wings both ran in tries as a packed Sixways saw Worcester outplay Bristol with a fine display of expansive rugby. Thinus Delport crossed in the first-half and Aisea Havili in the second, while the boot of Shane

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Hear me sing after two pints

SIR - George Cowley's letter (November 2) is on again about Shirley Bassey singing like a nightingale. George, if you come down to my boozer late on a Saturday night and hear me sing after a couple of pints, it will make you realise Shirley Bassey can't

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Why is council so unfriendly?

SIR - I really miss the lovely car boot sales that we used to have at County Hall, especially to buy plants or get holly and Christmas trees. It always had a great atmosphere and was great fun on Sunday morning. Why is Worcester City Council so unfriendly

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EU is a barrier to world prosperity

SIR - The European Union continues to ignore its consumers and to maintain its position as the biggest enemy to the development of the underdeveloped economies round the world. After the bra wars a couple of months ago, when a handful of southern European

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Harriers 0 York 0

Saturday, November 19, 2005 PENALTY controversy haunted Kidderminster Harriers for the second weekend running as their winless run stretched to five games. Harriers slipped two places down the Conference table to 16th with Saturday's stalemate at home

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Drinks industry is warned over code

THE Government warned the UK drinks industry that anyone who spurned a new set of standards produced in a bid to tackle alcohol-related disorder would face the "full force of the law". Licensing Minister James Purnell said pubs and bars who did not adhere

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BUSINESS BRIEF

Christmas strike AMICUS members working at Birmingham International Airport voted 2:1 in favour of strike action leading up to and over the Christmas period. Birmingham International Airport now faces the second strike over the Christmas period in a row

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Pledge to weed out rogue estate agents

THE Government renewed a pledge to crack down on rogue estate agents by introducing a compulsory complaints system. But it warned that it would be at least a year before new laws could be introduced to protect homebuyers and sellers. Trade and Industry

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Not bad for 60 years' trading

FOR 60 years in the business, these three ladies aren't looking bad. However, surprise, surprise, that's not the age of either Karin Skerrett, Louise Symonds or Amanda Willis. But it is the time the trio have been serving customers at Worcester's Body

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Big re-think needed on pensions, says charity

RADICAL action must be taken on pensions in the light of new research revealing people's ignorance about their retirement income and widespread anxiety about pensioner poverty, Help the Aged said. The charity said research it commissioned showed pension

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Factory triples in size with new site

A NEW factory has been opened in Malvern by Permadoor, one of the UK's leading makers of plastic-fronted outside doors. The 33,000 sq ft premises, on the Spring Lane Industrial Estate, is three times the size of the one it replaces in Tewkesbury. The

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Have your say on how criminals pay

VICTIMS of crime, along with other Worcestershire residents, are set to be able to choose how offenders pay for the crimes they have committed. Community Payback, a West Mercia Probation Area scheme, is being launched this week to let county people decide

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Pickers out in force to put the heart back into estate

THE launch of a campaign to help clean up a troubled part of Worcester blighted by anti-social behaviour has been hailed a major success. Nearly 100 Ronkswood residents, both young and old, came out in force on Saturday morning to take part in the tidy-up

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Wheelie bin service is a big success

Worcester's new wheelie bin refuse collection service is being hailed as a success after its first week as the amount of waste sent for recycling more than doubled. Despite initial teething problems and some resistance from residents to the new scheme

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Christmas gift guide

Styling Irons from ghd Think urban angels rather than Christmas ones. One of the most desired styling products ever made -- these specialist styling irons look as beautiful as the hairstyles they produce and for Christmas why not invest in an extra special

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Get ready for cheerful chimney sweeps, pretty flower girls and quick kisses under the mistletoe

Get a taste of what a 19th Century Yuletide was like at Worcester's fantastic Victorian Christmas Fayre. By Zeena Lemon Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your nose... why do Christmas days of old appear to have been far more festive

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Hello, it's Maureen Lipman speaking

She's famous for those phone ads, but there's so much more to the woman who played Beattie than 'You got an ology!' You got an ology!" are words that actress Maureen Lipman will never be allowed to forget. She is recognised everywhere as Beattie, the

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Will woes - legal advice From Parkinson Wright

Being cut out of a will when there is a family disagreement may be unwelcome at any time, but in some circumstances such an action may result in genuine hardship. If this is the case, it may be possible for the disadvantaged relative to go to court to

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Heart of England - The Excellence in tourism awards and gala dinner 2005

It's one of the premier tourist attractions in the region, so it's fitting that Worcester Cathedral was chosen to host the Heart of England Tourist Board awards ceremony, designed to recognised the people who have done most to bring visitors to the Midlands

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Sheer class

Make an entrance at this season's Christmas parties with diaphanous dresses and transparent tops that offer tantalising glimpses - but don't reveal too much. This lovely dress looks like fallen leaves floating in the breeze A sultry number that softens

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The fire place - advertising feature 21st Century Fireplaces

If you are looking for a fire that will give you warmth and beauty this winter, then a trip to 21st Century Fires in Malvern will leave you spoilt for choice. Located on St Andrews Road, not far from Barnards Green, this amazing showroom displays every

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Christmas dinner ideas

Follow these suggestions for a gourmet Christmas feast and there won't be many complaints around the dinner table this December 25 Main course Dry aged Aberdeen Angus rump joint (1.59-1.9kg) Kiln-roasted salmon with watercress, spinach and rocket topping

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Christmas gift guide

Styling Irons from ghd Think urban angels rather than Christmas ones. One of the most desired styling products ever made -- these specialist styling irons look as beautiful as the hairstyles they produce and for Christmas why not invest in an extra special

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I pronounce you husband and wife

Meet these four happy couples who heard those magic words recently when they exchanged vows and started their new lives as Mr and Mrs Patricia Hymas, eldest daughter of Shirley and Robert Hymas, of Malvern, married Julian Ray, youngest son of Ruth Townsend

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Join Lions for sleigh tour

STOURBRIDGE and Kingswinford Lions will be bringing Christmas cheer to the streets with their seasonal Santa's sleigh tour in the run-up to the festive period. The group will be touring the Stourbridge area, Kingswinford, Hagley and Halesowen throughout

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2006 and all that...Peeling off for Primrose

Taking inspiration from the Women's Institute, Bromsgrove's Primrose Hospice has put together a fundraising calendar based on the same principle of stripping off for charity. The 'Peeling off for Primrose' 2006 calendar features good sports from local

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Beauty

HONEY LOVE Clinique suggest dark sophistication for Christmas with the Black Honey Holiday Colour Collection, based around the popular Black Honey Almost Lipstick (RRP £12) which combines lipstick and lip gloss in an almost black shade that transforms

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A spinal specialist's confession... And why, despite all, I still do what I do...

Dear friend, Confessions are tough. Real tough. But sometimes a confession can set the record straight, and I want to give credit where credit is due. Before I talk about my confession, though, let me say a few other things first. Let me start by explaining

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Diary

KAUSHAL - TROMANS The Strahovsky Monastery in Prague was the fabulous setting for the marriage of Kidderminster couple Priya Kaushal and Andy Tromans, who found romance at Kidderminster railway station as they travelled to school in Worcester. Both are

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In very good taste

The Epic' Bar Brasseries owned by Michelin-starred chef Patrick McDonald are perfect for relaxed dining this Christmas, with great food and drink served in stylish surroundings. Throughout December, Epic' Brasseries are offering an extensive Christmas

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A Sprout is for life

Brussels sprouts have never been the most popular of vegetables; they are one of those things that appears on the table every Christmas without fail, regardless of whether or not anybody actually likes them. However, the humble sprout is being given a

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What's on

The festive season is now in full swing with a host of special Christmas performances. Various venues present programmes of well-loved carols and wintry classical favourites, with candlelight and costume on the agenda, while seasonal comedy also makes

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BMW to the power of six

Andy Enright reports on a BMW that offers searing speed, sleek styling and an engine that has few peers. If one were to plot a curve that depicted the desirability of a sports car, it often peaks early, trails off gently and then accelerates to rock bottom

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It's a gift

Your Christmas list should be well worn by now, as you tramp the streets looking for that 'perfect gift'. But before you head for the bright lights of neighbouring big cities - stop and think about shopping on your doorstep. Small no longer translates

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Advertising feature Express TV - A switched-on firm

Over 46 years, Express TV have established an enviable reputation for supplying quality electrical products and providing the best possible customer service. And now with the newly refurbished shop in Malvern Link, this reputation is about to get even

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The ambassadors ball

Networking doesn't get more high-powered than this -- Worcestershire's business leaders gathering for a glamorous black-tie event at one of the area's most historic landmarks to discuss the county's economic future. Pictures by Richard Eaton. To order

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Pottering round the pottery

How you can make this year's Christmas shopping a treat instead of a trauma. Zeena Lemon on where to find great gifts. It's either a necessary evil or one of the most enjoyable bits of Christmas. No, not spending time with the in-laws, but the annual

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Heart of England - The Excellence in tourism awards and gala dinner 2005

It's one of the premier tourist attractions in the region, so it's fitting that Worcester Cathedral was chosen to host the Heart of England Tourist Board awards ceremony, designed to recognised the people who have done most to bring visitors to the Midlands

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Sheer class

Make an entrance at this season's Christmas parties with diaphanous dresses and transparent tops that offer tantalising glimpses - but don't reveal too much. This lovely dress looks like fallen leaves floating in the breeze A sultry number that softens

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Hello, it's Maureen Lipman speaking

She's famous for those phone ads, but there's so much more to the woman who played Beattie than 'You got an ology!' You got an ology!" are words that actress Maureen Lipman will never be allowed to forget. She is recognised everywhere as Beattie, the

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Seedwood Cottage, Cradley

WHAT is it? A charming grade II-listed black-and-white cottage believed to have been built in the 17th century. where is it? In the village of Cradley, five miles from Malvern and nine miles from Ledbury. what's inside Ground floor Dining hall WC/shower

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Will woes - legal advice From Parkinson Wright

Being cut out of a will when there is a family disagreement may be unwelcome at any time, but in some circumstances such an action may result in genuine hardship. If this is the case, it may be possible for the disadvantaged relative to go to court to

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Mission Hall, Rectory Place, Worcester

WHAT is it? Duplex two-room show apartment in the 17-apartment conversion of the 19th Century former Mission Hall. Where is it? In the heart of Worcester at the foot of London Road, which provides easy access from the M5 motorway what's inside? Ground

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Malvern - to be added

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The ambassadors ball

Networking doesn't get more high-powered than this -- Worcestershire's business leaders gathering for a glamorous black-tie event at one of the area's most historic landmarks to discuss the county's economic future. Pictures by Richard Eaton. To order

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It soothes the mind as well the body

Massage's benefits are psychological and physical, finds Zeena Lemon Massage is one of the oldest healing practices in the world -- so gentle it can be used on newborn babies and yet so powerful it can be used to treat everything from high blood pressure

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Arabian - to be added

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Making it a happy Christmas for pets

It's a busy time of year for the RSPCA, writes Zeena Lemon Christmas may be the season of goodwill to all men but sadly that doesn't seem to apply to animals, as staff at the Worcester branch of the RSPCA know only too well. "At this time of year we get

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Get ready for cheerful chimney sweeps, pretty flower girls and quick kisses under the mistletoe

Get a taste of what a 19th Century Yuletide was like at Worcester's fantastic Victorian Christmas Fayre. By Zeena Lemon Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your nose... why do Christmas days of old appear to have been far more festive

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It's not a car, it's a religion

And Volkswagen created the Golf GTi, and it was good. And it begat other hot hatches, which some worshipped also. And then Volkswagen spake unto the GTi faithful: Try the new Mark V and yea verily it will deliver you to the promised land. The only mobile

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'I want britain to build cars like this'

A leading industry voice is out to put Britain firmly back on the motoring map after failing in a bid to buy collapsed Midlands car manufacturer MG Rover. Professor Krish Bhaskar, a top academic and former vehicle manufacturing adviser to the European

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Feast with a twist

The traditional Christmas feast of turkey and all the trimmings is usually enough to delight most people. But adventurous cooks may wish to add a few twists to the familiar menu and serve up an extra special meal on December 25. To discover how to go

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The negotiator

An appearance by Terry Waite was one of the highlights of this year's Bewdley Festival, providing a chance to hear his extraordinary story in his own words. Afterwards, Sally Oldaker asked him about his experiences and his views on the state of the world

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Glam rocks

Whether you are a collector of gemstones or a lover of colourful jewellery, you can cut out the middlemen by buying direct from one of the world's largest gemstone suppliers. Gems TV Limited manufactures high quality gem-set jewellery, as well as operating

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Deck the halls

At Christmas, most of us do more entertaining than usual so you have the perfect excuse to decorate and accessorise, making your home really sparkle for the festive season. Less is more With so much choice and colour available, it's easy to make the mistake

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Kingfisher has Christmas all wrapped up!

The Kingfisher Centre has Christmas all wrapped up! With over 150 stores to choose from, a one-stop visit to the Centre will fulfil all your Christmas needs. From party outfits and gift ideas to decorations and wrapping paper, the Kingfisher has it all

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Greetings from the past

In today's throwaway society, it's hard to imagine a time when Christmas cards were revered and collected as miniature works of art, reviewed in national newspapers and extensively advertised in the press. However, this is exactly what happened in the

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Christmas star

Britt Ekland needs little introduction - so with the world her stage, why is she sprinkling Hollywood glamour along with plenty of fairy dust on a pantomime in the area? Juliette Kemp finds out. SWEDISH beauty and international star Britt Ekland doesn't

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Eat drink and be Merry!

This Christmas there's no need to trail round the supermarkets. Everything you could imagine and desire for the celebration table is offered fresh and ready to go from the superb delis, farm shops and independent retailers of our home county. Read on

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So, what is more important, a horse or an earthquake?

THE chairman of Worcest-ershire County Council was forced into an embarrassing climbdown after being criticised for slighting those affected by the Pakistan earthquake. Councillor Peter McDonald rounded on Derek Prodger for spending longer talking about

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Thousands died and many have graves. But there are memorials to those that were never found

THE war to end all wars was fought by people from all walks of life, united in the cause of defeating a common foe and creating a better world. Nowadays, it hardly seems possible that so many were prepared to put their lives on the line for such concepts

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Re-branding means 17 more store jobs

SHOPPERS had their trolleys at the ready as doors opened at a new-look Droitwich Spa supermarket. Morrisons closed the former Safeways store, Covercroft Road, for six days to give it a multi-million pound make-over before re-opening on Thursday. The company's

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Places still available for children's panto session

FOR the fifth year running, Worcester's Manor Park Evangelical Church is to hold its Christmas panto workshop. The event at Manor Park Special School, off Turnpike Close, St John's, sees an entire play being rehearsed and costumes and scenery made in

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Traffic chaos

MOTORISTS in Worcester faced chaos today as traffic lights in the city went out. The incident was reported to police at 7.18am and three officers were called out to the junction of City Walls Road and Sidbury to direct traffic. Vehicles were tailed back

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Check out the county walks

A NEW guide advising the very best of Worcestershire walks has been launched by the county council. The programme, running for the next six months, has something for everyone interested in walking including guided walks, informative talks and open days

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County all set to grab best value accolade

WORCESTERSHIRE is set to be named as the best 'value for money' county council in the country in next month's local authority assessments. This year, councils will be rated under a new star system, with more than 100 categories being examined and rated

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Pudsey at large in county

Swinging into the fund-raising mood at Norton Pre-School was three-year-old Daniel Hope.

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21/11/05 - Delport and Co star for Warriors

SOUTH African star Thinus Delport believes Worcester's backs are beginning to gel after a classy exhibition of running rugby saw off a gritty Bristol side. Most pundits had predicted the match would be dominated by the two packs, but the home side moved

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Fixtures

July 2005 (friendlies) Tues 19 Alvechurch (a) 2-1 Martin 2 WEDS 20 TAMWORTH (H) 0-1 SAT 23 Leamington (a) 2-1 Ball, Pinkney TUES 26 MOOR GREEN (H) 2-1 Duncan, Ball SAT 30 WORCESTER CITY (H) 0-0 August TUES 2 REDDITCH UTD (H) 1-1 O'Toole THURS KIDDERMINSTER

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Delport and Co star for Warriors

SOUTH African star Thinus Delport believes Worcester's backs are beginning to gel after a classy exhibition of running rugby saw off a gritty Bristol side. Most pundits had predicted the match would be dominated by the two packs, but the home side moved

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Watkiss fumes at spot-kick 'blunder'

PENALTY controversy haunted Kidderminster Harriers for the second weekend running as their winless run stretched to five games. Harriers slipped two places down the Conference table to 16th with Saturday's stalemate at home to promotion-chasing York City

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Hundreds pay tribute to their lost loved ones

HUNDREDS of people flocked to Worcester Cathedral to remember lost loved ones in a service as part of the annual St Richard's Hospice Lights of Love Appeal. About 700 people packed the Cathedral for the service on Friday evening, which opened with a welcome

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Essex & Herts Leopards 84 Wolves 51

Saturday, November 19, 2005 LACK-LUSTRE Worcester Wolves crashed out of the England Basketball League's National Cup semi-finals with a 84-51 defeat to Essex and Herts Leopards. It was billed as the biggest game in the club's history, with a high-profile

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Compost bin sale a roaring success

SIR - I would like to thank Terry James for his letter of November 2 praising the success of the one-day compost bin organised at Worcester Rugby Club by Worcestershire County Council. The compost bin sale was indeed a roaring success and 1,500 bins were

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Variety will be the spice at cabaret night

A SHOWCASE of artistic talent from the city and beyond will be on the cards this month in a cabaret-style evening in Worcester. The evening event - at Worcester Arts Workshop in Sansome Street, Worcester - runs on Saturday, November 26 and will feature

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Little point in blaming a 'throwaway society'

SIR - One can agree with much of what D E Margrett writes (Letters, November 14) but the age and durability of buildings is but a minor factor in the Christopher Whitehead saga. When the first part of this school was opened in 1934, it fulfilled its intended

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Smiles as Santa sets foot in city

Smiles as Santa sets foot in city THE festive spirit truly arrived in Worcester this weekend as Father Christmas came to town. Hundreds of excited children lined the High Street yesterday to watch him parade through the city centre on a horse-drawn carriage

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21/11/05 - Boddy has no freeze fears for cup tie

DAVE Boddy insists freezing conditions should not prevent Worcester City successfully staging the money-spinning FA Cup clash with Huddersfield Town. Bad weather once again put paid to City's latest Nationwide North fixture, as last Saturday's fixture

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Recovery in housing still strong

THE housing market remained resilient last month despite a slight fall in mortgage lending, figures showed. Gross mortgage lending fell by 3 per cent in October to an estimated £27bn -- easing back after a surge the previous month. Despite the modest

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GAYS IN RACE TO BE MARRIED

THE race is on for gay couples across Worcestershire to tie the knot. Civil partnerships for same-sex couples will become legal on Monday, December 5, with the first such ceremonies taking place on Wednesday, December 21. Anthony Cavanagh and Robin Jackson