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Writer set to promote work
AN author will be making a special appearance at Worc-ester City Art Gallery and Museum this evening to sign copies of his book The Churches of Worcestershire. Tim Bridges lectures widely on church architecture and history and has gathered together a
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Church's key role in village is hailed
A CHURCH in Worcester-shire is celebrating after scooping a national award for the way it has reached out to the members of its community. St James Church, Welland, gained third prize in the contest, organised by Ecclesiastical Insurance, for the best
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Complete guide to minority groups
A NEW directory providing helpful information for ethnic and minority communities in the county has been launched. Worcestershire County Council and the Worcestershire Partnership Board have joined forces to produce the guide for anyone wanting to find
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£1m church project
THE diggers and workmen are out in force at a Worcester church as work has finally begun on a long-awaited building project. Plans were approved for a new 200-capacity hall at St George's Roman Catholic Church in Lowesmoor by city council planners last
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Cradley Correspondent: N G Holden
A Quiz night will be held at Cradley Royal British Legion tomorrow (Saturday) from 8.30pm. Tickets are £5 for teams of four. The event is in aid of the Legion. Drop in to Cradley School tomorrow (Saturday) to plan a piece of artwork! Glass artist Jackie
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POWICK Correspondent: Mrs M Allsopp Tel: 01905 830746
SEVEN walkers from Powick Parish Ramblers and one dog, Tilly, braved soggy conditions along the river bank on their seven-and-a-half-mile walk to Worcester and back on Thursday morning. The walk, led by David Allen, took four hours. The next ramble will
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REDMARLEY Correspondent: Mrs U Groves Smith Tel: 01452 840273
FOR the second year running, the congregation at Redmarley Parish Church will be celebrating this holy season with a festival of Christmas trees from December 16-18. It begins with a preview on Friday evening, from 7pm-9pm, and on Saturday, December 17
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Welland Correspondent Stephen Try Tel: 01684 310068
THE annual fete raised £1,900, shared between the village hall and church. The committee would like to thank all who helped. The Committee responsible for the development of St James' Church would like to thank all who supported the recent Tredegar Orpheous
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West Malvern Correspondent: Colin Jackson Tel: 01684 577604
Cheque presentations will take place at the Lamb Inn on Wednesday at 8pm to representatives of ten organisations benefitting from the West Malvern Festival - WestFest - held on August Bank Holiday. The final surplus reached nearly £3,000, with grants
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25/11/05 - Two-goal deficit wiped out
POWICK arrived on a frosty Sunday morning to be greeted with the surprise news that their Worcester League division one game was still on. POWICK 6, REALITY RANGERS 3 This meant that several Powick players were late to the game and subsequently Powick
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25/11/05 - Bell Inn 98 move up to top
THE weather decimated thesoccersite.co.uk Malvern Football League programme on Sunday with only two games being played. League leaders Dynamo Ledbury lost the top spot when they entertained second-placed Bell Inn 98 at New Street. The visitors took the
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25/11/05 - Flood changes venue
THE Malvern United Angling Association's winter league kicked off with a venue change from the Severn at Holdfast to the pool at Mathon, due to the river being in flood. Despite this, there was a good turnout with conditions cold but bright. Chris Loveridge
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Putting pen to paper
BUDDING teenage authors and poets are being urged to put pen to paper and enter the Malvern Young Writer of the Year Competition. The competition is open to writers aged between 13 and 19 and is being organised by Malvern Writers' Circle. Poetry, short
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Professional look must be practical
Dressing for work should be about presenting yourself professionally whilst maintaining practicality and comfort. However, the aspect of dressing up is forgotten amidst our daily routine and so we fall into the dreary nature of officewear. Thankfully,
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A miserable life and a squalid end
MOST of us experience problems at some stage in our lifetimes. Unless you're born with a silver spoon, the rigours of day-to-day existence can often appear overwhelming. Happily, most of us have stable, settled lives. We have the comfort of loved ones
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catch the raw edge
ALT-rock/country act Highway Five will be hoping to make some noise at Worcester's Paul Pry pub in The Butts this weekend as they play a gig there. The three-piece band sound like a mix of mid-70s' Neil Young, Jimi Hendrix and Free. They are Noor Ali,
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ROUND-UP: CHRISTIE'S CHRISTMAS CROONING
GETTING STEAMED UP FOUR-piece act The Steaming Heads will be hoping to turn up the heat in Worcester tonight as they play their first major gig in the city. The band will be taking to the stage at 8.30pm tonight at the Marr's Bar in the city's Pierpoint
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The rare breed of musician returns
MUSICIANS Tony May and Keith Jones are probably two people who believe in fate more than anyone else. If it were not for 40-year-old Tony being involved in a near-death crash with a lorry in France while on the brink of success with his group New Earth
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It's A Kind of Magic n Review: Malvern Theatres
ONCE more, Midland Musical Theatre Group (MMTG) have come up with a super new show of spectacular dress and movement. All the acts were choreographed to encompass interesting steps and an engaging use of floor space. Lighting and projection were complimentary
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Pair play
Pianist Janine Smith and clarinetist Neil Aston will perform at Upton Memorial Hall on Sunday (November 27), at 3pm. Tickets for the Upton Arts Music Group event are £5 for members, £7.50 non-members and £2 students up to 18, from 01684 593465.
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Despicable actions
I READ with dismay that some mindless idiots had stolen the wreaths laid at the war memorial in Barnards Green (Malvern Gazette, November 18). Such a heartless and despicable act beggars belief. These people would not have the mental ability to understand
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Do they really lack powers?
Insp Neville Sheldrick and his senior officers are a disgrace in asserting the police have no powers to stop traffic for the two minutes' silence (Gazette, November 18). It is yet another example of police abrogating their responsibilities that has seen
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Armistice Day silence in the 'presence' of the fallen
It has always struck me a rather peculiar that the Armistice Day two minutes' silence should take place on Belle Vue Island at all. Not only are there problems with traffic noise, the area is far too small to accommodate those wishing to take part - to
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Be very careful
I like to keep up to date with Malvern news via the website and the Gazette. Though I now live in Staffordshire, I grew up in Malvern and still regularly visit my parents, who live near the proposed development at North Site. I have read much about a
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Not listening
I AM writing in reply to comments made by Herefordshire councillor Barry Ashton (Ledbury Reporter, November 4) about Leadon Bank. I would like to ask Coun Ashton why he became interested in representing Ledbury and its townsfolk if he doesn't listen to
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Leaving a legacy
WHILE sad that the traffic continued to flow round the Belle Vue Terrace island on Remembrance Day (Malvern Gazette, November 18), I am glad to report that our local chainsaws fell silent at 11am for two minutes. Then they resumed their felling of a massive
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Kind assistance
LAST Thursday, November 17, I tripped and fell on a pavement on Worcester Road opposite Link Common. Two ladies kindly came to my assistance, one a nurse who administered first aid. I would like to thank them for their help and words of comfort. Thanks
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Debate over procedure is last chance to save school
A FINAL decision on the closure of Malvern Hills Primary School is likely to be made at a meeting on Monday (November 28). Families, staff and governors are crossing their fingers hoping the School Organisation Committee (SOC) will question Worcestershire
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Doing their bit to help Pudsey
THIS year's Children in Need appeal inspired adults and children in the Malvern Hills area to raise money in all sorts of different ways. Children wore pyjamas, played the violin and dressed up their teddies, all for Pudsey Bear. Adults donned fancy dress
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Big chill fails to halt walker
AN Upton man stripped down to his shorts and boots in freezing conditions for a sponsored walk round the town. Clint Varndall raised more than £500 for Children in Need by completing a ten-mile-long lap of the town last Friday evening (November 18). Mr
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70s rocker gives pupils a pointer
A rock legend dropped in at Malvern Parish CE Primary School to point pupils in the right musical direction. Children more used to listening to bands like McFly soon caught on to Alvin Stardust's 70s vibe. A choir of 30 pupils from the school will join
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Bogus charity collector fear
POLICE have received reports of a possible bogus charity collector operating in Malvern. A woman claiming to be collecting for the Children in Need appeal has been going from door-to-door this week asking residents for money. When challenged, she produced
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Ambulance stations axed to save money
Ambulance stations in Bromyard and Ledbury are to close as a cost-cutting measure. The decision was taken yesterday (Thursday) by the board of Hereford and Worcester Ambulance Service NHS Trust. Trust spokesman Jenny Procter said details and timescale
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Strength of school in pupils
CALLOW End CE Primary School has been rated as satisfactory in an Ofsted report. A Government inspector praised the personal development of pupils, described them as "exceptionally well behaved" and said the school had a welcoming community and strong
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Mason back in Warriors squad
FORMER Worcester Academy player Neil Mason returns to the Warriors squad tomorrow for the trip to Northampton Saints (12.30pm). The back-row player was recalled after linking up with Moseley in the summer and will be on the bench for the clash at Franklin's
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Trophy is important to us too: Preece
ANDY Preece is targeting a lengthy run in the FA Trophy -- insisting it carries equal importance to the more glamorous FA Cup. Worcester City mount their Trophy campaign at St George's Lane tomorrow with a third qualifying round clash against Kendal Town
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Gym plan unveiled for industrial unit
ONE of Malvern's most popular sport clubs for children and adults is hoping to set up a new head- quarters. Malvern Hills Gymnastics Club has submitted a planning application to convert an industrial unit at Spring Lane into a gym. Club founder Lorraine
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Watkiss draws Harriers blank
STUART Watkiss blocked moves for two Kidderminster Harriers players after failing to land his own targets before yesterday's loan deadline. The Harriers boss planned to capture a midfielder and a striker but the players, with one believed to be Rochdale's
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Watkiss encouraging his men to rack up the points
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers' players will be urged to take their LDV Vans Trophy super show into the Nationwide Conference campaign tomorrow. Boss Stuart Watkiss wants Harriers to pick up quick points to improve their dwindling league position which currently
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Project could cost £350,000
COLWALL Scout hut could be replaced with a new building for the village's youth groups. Village rector, The Rev. Carl Attwood, who co-ordinates Colwall's youth provision group, hopes the existing Scout hut can be demolished and replaced with a larger
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Bulls can go 10 games unbeaten
JOHN Trewick admits there is a feel-good factor at Edgar Street -- as Hereford United aim to take their unbeaten run into double figures against Exeter City tomorrow. The Bulls continue to march on in all competitions, following Tuesday night's 2-1 extra-time
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25/11/05 - Manor Park Pumas are only unbeaten side in division
MANOR Park Pumas are now the only unbeaten team in Division Two of the Brewin Dolphin Securities-sponsored Malvern Table Tennis League, following their 6-4 win over Ledbury Lions. Very little separated the two teams over the 42 sets which were required
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25/11/05 - Colwall climb to top
COLWALL WHC moved to the top of Severn division one with a 2-0 win against Bretforton IIs when the match between their nearest rivals, Newent and Yate IIs, was called off because of a frozen pitch. BRETFORTON II 0, COLWALL WHC 2 In bitterly cold and foggy
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25/11/05 - Champions of Malvern and district
GREAT Malvern Primary School's netball team won the Malvern & District Schools Sports Association tournament at The Chase. The school's A team took the honours and The Wyche School were runners-up. In the football tournament, also held at The Chase
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25/11/05 - Watkiss draws Harriers blank
STUART Watkiss blocked moves for two Kidderminster Harriers players after failing to land his own targets before yesterday's loan deadline. The Harriers boss planned to capture a midfielder and a striker but the players, with one believed to be Rochdale's
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24/11/05 - England adventure fires league longing
PLAYING for England in their last two matches has been a lot of fun and I've really enjoyed both occasions. Everyone expects you to be nervous and worried but it's just really exciting. They are a good set of lads and it's been almost like having a break
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25/11/05 - Malvern snap up Wilkinson
MALVERN Rugby Club have signed Midlands One side Bromsgrove RFC's centre and player/coach Dave Wilkinson. Wilkinson, a Malvern resident, has played for Moseley and represented the North Midlands. He joins Malvern at a crucial time in the club's rebuilding
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25/11/05 - Mist masks Malvern might
THE fog descended on Spring Lane to spoil what had been an intriguing Midlands Two West encounter on Saturday. MALVERN 5PTS, BARKER'S BUTTS 6PTS (Match abandoned 52 minutes) The rejuvenated Barker's Butts side, having a good season after their return
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25/11/05 - 6th British title before break
WORLD record holder Anna Bailey, from Hanley Swan, won her sixth consecutive British title on Sunday and then slipped and broke her wrist. Competing in the British Indoor Rowing Championship at Birmingham's NIA on Sunday, Anna, aged 54, won the 2,000m
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EXHIBITIONS
Until November 26 Worcester Society of Artists Annual Exhibition of members work at the Worcester City Art Gallery, Foregate Street, Worcester. Until November 27 Worcester Society of Artists Annual Exhibition of members work at the Worcester City Art
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Problems galore with the wheelies
SIR In reply to Councillor Alex Kear's letter headlined "We're not biased about wheelies," I could see a problem with wheelie bins allocated to the flats in Ribble Close, Worcester. My wife contacted the wheelie bin help line to express her concern, only
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CONCERTS
TOMORROW Seascape The Elgar Chorale conducted by Donald Hunt and Martin Jones at St Martin's Church, London Road, Worcester. Tickets available from Huntingdon Arts Box Office. Vocal Variations the group for solo singers Carice Elgar Room of the Elgar
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Blair sees himself as presidential
SIR Blair sensationalises Labour MPs' dissent over his proposal for 90-day detention for alleged terrorist activity as "rebellion" which the dictionary explains as "defying lawful authority" but also as "to feel or manifest repugnance". This sensationalism
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THEATRE
Until November 26 Educating Rita Revised version of a comedy by Willy Russell, Swan Theatre. It's A Kind Of Magic Presented by The Midland Musical Theatre Group at Malvern Theatres. Until DECEMBER 3 My Fair Lady A dream musical at Birmingham Hippodrome
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MP cannot say my sums don't add up
SIR With the outrageous accusation of small schools receiving overly generous financial settlements, at the expense of those schools with deprivation needs, we can safely say that with friends like Mr Foster, Worcestershire doesn't need any enemies. Strange
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Dance days
A PICTURE of Marjorie Chater dance school, in the November 11 issue, stirred memories for Madge Richards (nee Goodacre), formerly of Malvern Link and now of Pembrokeshire. She was the butterfly on the left, in front of the shed. She said. "I remember
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Date for Aladdin
PANTO fever is once again getting ready to take Droitwich Spa by storm. Tickets are already selling fast for the Norbury Theatre's annual performance which, this year, is the classic Aladdin. The show is set to run from January 12 to 14, 18 to 21 and
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This Life
A THREE-tier wedding cake, smart suits and a proper reception - when Michael Elliman marries David Canning, his boyfriend of eight years, next month, he intends to have all the traditional trimmings. It's a day he never expected to see. When he was a
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25/11/05 - Town at home
MALVERN Town's home Midland Alliance match against Romulus on Saturday was postponed. Tomorrow (Saturday), Malvern entertain Alvechurch at Langland Stadium in the first round of the Polymac Services League Cup. The match is due to kick-off at 3pm.
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Perdiswell walking on air!
l Jumping for joy . . . the Perdiswell Junior School team that won the Worcester District Shield. From left: Adam Cotterill, Nicholas McPherson, Charlie Burrows, Sam Kenny, Adam Milner, Joe Robbins, Kieran Williams, Daniel Winwood.
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25/11/05 - Fracture leaves City striker on sidelines
WORCESTER City's Jimmi-Lee Jones could be out for the entire season after fracturing the tibia in his right leg. Striker Jones picked up the shin injury from a block tackle during the first-half of City's 3-1 Worcestershire Senior Cup win at Stourport
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KILLED BY THE COLD: A MAN CALLED JESUS
IT'S supposed to be the season of goodwill to all men - but there was precious little Christmas cheer for a homeless man who froze to death on the streets of Worcestershire. And as a bitter twist in a time of year when we traditionally celebrate the birth
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Wrap up warm and get yourself down to fun at the fayre
TRADERS at Worcester's Victorian Christmas Fayre are hoping to have the festive period wrapped up with shoppers as the major city event got under way. Organisers of the four-day event, which started last night, are expecting 100,000 people to descend
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Battling gipsies give up site fight
A group of gipsy families, locked in a battle with Wychavon District Council for 18 months, have given up their fight to be allowed back onto their land near a south Worcestershire village. The travellers own a site on Tewkesbury Road, Eckington, and
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Film-maker gets to work with his hero
"INTERNET gambling meets Big Brother" is film-maker and actor Ras Barker's summary of his latest short film, called Somewhere. Ras, who grew up in Malvern and went to Dyson Perrins and North Malvern Primary, appears in the film alongside former Stranglers
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Professional look must be practical
Dressing for work should be about presenting yourself professionally whilst maintaining practicality and comfort. However, the aspect of dressing up is forgotten amidst our daily routine and so we fall into the dreary nature of officewear. Thankfully,
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STEPHENSON ON STAGE
GIFTED singer/songwriter Martin Stephenson will be taking to the stage in Worcester next week. The 44-year-old formed The Daintees in the early 80s - one of the first bands to sign with the Newcastle-based label, Kitchenware. He will be travelling from
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The rare breed of musician returns
MUSICIANS Tony May and Keith Jones are probably two people who believe in fate more than anyone else. If it were not for 40-year-old Tony being involved in a near-death crash with a lorry in France while on the brink of success with his group New Earth
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It's A Kind of Magic n Review: Malvern Theatres
ONCE more, Midland Musical Theatre Group (MMTG) have come up with a super new show of spectacular dress and movement. All the acts were choreographed to encompass interesting steps and an engaging use of floor space. Lighting and projection were complimentary
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Szymanowski Quartet n Review: Malvern Theatres
It was with regret that we learned the first violinist of the Szymanowski Quartet had been taken seriously ill prior to this Malvern Concert Club performance. Fortunately, Brodsky Quartet leader Andrew Haveron was able to take his place, meeting Grzegorz
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Are you a winner?
* (I) indicates Internet entries. BA MAP of Roman Britain has been won by: L Annsforde, Homend Crescent, Ledbury (I); H Atkins, Kittiwake Drive, Kidderminster; I Brown, Lake Road West, Cardiff (I); C Cooper, Castle Road, Kidderminster; RL Davis, Park
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Date for Aladdin
PANTO fever is once again getting ready to take Droitwich Spa by storm. Tickets are already selling fast for the Norbury Theatre's annual performance which, this year, is the classic Aladdin. The show is set to run from January 12 to 14, 18 to 21 and
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Centre Stage with Chris Jaeger of Huntingdon Arts
WE had Bobby Vee at the Hall last week (with Chris Montez and Johnny Preston). Now that won't mean much to some of you, but it certainly will if you are of a certain age! Bobby Vee was huge when I was a young boy, and hits like Rubber Ball and The Night
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Mike Leigh play is coup for venue
Mike Leigh's new play, Two Thousand Years, will be at Malvern Theatres from March 7-11, as part of the new winter to spring season. This is a major coup, as the National Theatre production will only be touring a few hand-picked venues. The play, which
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Snapper gets great exposure
A MALVERN photographer has been selected to take part in a major international art festival. Luke Unsworth will exhibit and sell his work in the art market at New Art Birmingham, held in the city's Jewellery Quarter next month. Luke was one of 60 artists
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Putting pen to paper
BUDDING teenage authors and poets are being urged to put pen to paper and enter the Malvern Young Writer of the Year Competition. The competition is open to writers aged between 13 and 19 and is being organised by Malvern Writers' Circle. Poetry, short
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catch the raw edge
ALT-rock/country act Highway Five will be hoping to make some noise at Worcester's Paul Pry pub in The Butts this weekend as they play a gig there. The three-piece band sound like a mix of mid-70s' Neil Young, Jimi Hendrix and Free. They are Noor Ali,
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ROUND-UP: CHRISTIE'S CHRISTMAS CROONING
GETTING STEAMED UP FOUR-piece act The Steaming Heads will be hoping to turn up the heat in Worcester tonight as they play their first major gig in the city. The band will be taking to the stage at 8.30pm tonight at the Marr's Bar in the city's Pierpoint
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EVENTS
NOVEMBER 25 Prize Bingo In aid of St Michael's Hospice Hereford, at Great Witley, Village Hall. Free refreshments. 7.30pm for 8pm start. November 26 Farmers' Market Bredon Village Hall. 10am - 1pm. There will be a special table at this market in aid of
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EXHIBITIONS
Until November 26 Worcester Society of Artists Annual Exhibition of members work at the Worcester City Art Gallery, Foregate Street, Worcester. Until November 27 Worcester Society of Artists Annual Exhibition of members work at the Worcester City Art
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CONCERTS
TOMORROW Seascape The Elgar Chorale conducted by Donald Hunt and Martin Jones at St Martin's Church, London Road, Worcester. Tickets available from Huntingdon Arts Box Office. Vocal Variations the group for solo singers Carice Elgar Room of the Elgar
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THEATRE
Until November 26 Educating Rita Revised version of a comedy by Willy Russell, Swan Theatre. It's A Kind Of Magic Presented by The Midland Musical Theatre Group at Malvern Theatres. Until DECEMBER 3 My Fair Lady A dream musical at Birmingham Hippodrome
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Britt wants you for an evening of family fun
FORMER Bond girl Britt Ekland has been wowing audiences at the Swan Theatre since she kicked off Worcester's panto season on Wednesday. The Swedish beauty returned to the city this week to play Fairy Kindheart in the traditional production, Jack and the
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Electric is going off - but you'll stay warm
A NUMBER of homes in a Worcestershire village will temporarily lose electricity today - but residents have been assured their heating will not be affected. Amid warnings of freezing fog, snow and low temperatures, residents in The Heath, Holt Heath, near
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Campaign to end the hell of living with domestic violence
It is a sad and staggering fact that five out of six murders committed in West Mercia involve a history of domestic violence - and children under 16 witness nine out of 10 acts of the abuse. But the often-silent victims of domestic violence in Worcestershire
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Who will be little Annie's daddy?
ORPHAN Annie is desperately in need of a Daddy for an amateur production at Worcester's Swan Theatre next February. Ten-year-old Ellen Gilhooly is playing Annie, but unforeseen circumstances have left the Stardust Players without a Daddy Warbucks, the
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We'll give Santa your gift list
IT'S Christmas and once again, Santa Claus has asked his friends at the Worcester News and Toy City in Sheriff Street to help find out what children are wishing for. Pick up a pen and tell him all about yourself - and you could win a special prize. He
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My wine cellar's one of the best
A Malvern hotel is the toast of the town after winning two national awards for its wine list. The Cottage In The Wood in Holywell Road scooped the accolades in the Cond Nast Johansen's awards and was also in the top four in the Most Excellent Restaurant
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ELDERSFIELD Correspondent: Mrs R Bolton Tel: 01684 833287
THERE is a Christingle celebration on Sunday, December 4 at 4pm at Eldersfield Parish Church. Proceeds to the Children's Society.
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MALVERN WELLS Correspondent: Mrs V Greaves Tel: 01684 566860
FOLLOWING the successful quiz night last month, the Revellers have organised another one tomorrow (Saturday). Tickets are £4, which includes light supper, from Pat O'Malley on (01684) 575682 or Brian Davies on (01684) 569776. It starts at 7.30pm at the
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WELLINGTON HEATH Correspondent: Mrs P Jacobs Tel: 01531 634941
THE simultaneous bridge pairs event in aid of Children in Need raised £250 - what a wonderful effort. A reminder of the Christmas bridge drive in aid of St Michael's Hospice at the hall on December 3 at 1.30pm. Tickets are £5 from Betty Houlbrooke on
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25/11/05 - Black hits form with a hat-trick
AFTER two weeks' inactivity Malvern Rangers entertained Bridgnorth Town Reserves in a re-arranged league fixture and gained ample revenge for the 5-2 defeat inflicted upon them on October 8. MALVERN RANGERS 4, BRIDGNORTH TOWN RESERVES 2 It was Rangers
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25/11/05 - Extra-time strike decides cup tie
MALVERN Town Ladies FC travelled to Evesham in the second round of the County Cup and progressed with a goal in extra-time. EVESHAM UNITED LADIES 3, MALVERN TOWN LADIES FC 4 (AET) Malvern started brightly and were rewarded in the eighth minute when a
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25/11/05 - Powick are back on track
HAVING stuttered against Tolladine the previous week, Powick were determined to get back to winning ways, which they did with a performance of character and determination. MARTLEY SPURS 0, POWICK 3 From the kick off Powick pressed forward and looked threatening
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25/11/05 - Burston uses his head to equalise
WEST Malvern travelled to Bromsgrove on Saturday and came away with a creditable draw. Forced to make six changes from their previous outing, they dominated the game for long periods but did not make the most of the chances created. BROMSGROVE CORINTHIANS
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25/11/05 - Villagers improve score
VILLAGERS looked to win back some pride on Sunday after their 6-0 thumping last week by the same team in the Worcester League division three. DOVERDALE ARMS 3, VILLAGERS FC 1 But with two players coming back into contention, there was another set-back
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25/11/05 - Town U16s grab five
MALVERN Town U16s played Worcester Rangers U16s in this Mercian Festival Junior League fixture on a very cold and misty Sunday afternoon. WORCESTER RANGERS U16s 1, MALVERN TOWN U16s 5 Malvern started brightly and within eight minutes a Chris Wynne free-kick
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Film-maker gets to work with his hero
"INTERNET gambling meets Big Brother" is film-maker and actor Ras Barker's summary of his latest short film, called Somewhere. Ras, who grew up in Malvern and went to Dyson Perrins and North Malvern Primary, appears in the film alongside former Stranglers
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Snapper gets great exposure
A MALVERN photographer has been selected to take part in a major international art festival. Luke Unsworth will exhibit and sell his work in the art market at New Art Birmingham, held in the city's Jewellery Quarter next month. Luke was one of 60 artists
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25/11/05 - Mason back in Warriors squad
FORMER Worcester Academy player Neil Mason returns to the Warriors squad tomorrow for the trip to Northampton Saints (12.30pm). The back-row player was recalled after linking up with Moseley in the summer and will be on the bench for the clash at Franklin's
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25/11/05 - Warriors have come long way in just 12 months
WHAT a difference a year makes! When Worcester last travelled to Northampton 12 months ago they went there on the back of eight defeats in their opening nine Premiership games. This time around they have played one fewer match but already have five wins
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STEPHENSON ON STAGE
GIFTED singer/songwriter Martin Stephenson will be taking to the stage in Worcester next week. The 44-year-old formed The Daintees in the early 80s - one of the first bands to sign with the Newcastle-based label, Kitchenware. He will be travelling from
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Szymanowski Quartet n Review: Malvern Theatres
It was with regret that we learned the first violinist of the Szymanowski Quartet had been taken seriously ill prior to this Malvern Concert Club performance. Fortunately, Brodsky Quartet leader Andrew Haveron was able to take his place, meeting Grzegorz
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Forum will give youngsters a voice
A NEW youth forum offers young people in Upton a platform for voicing their needs and opinions. An information evening at the Memorial Hall on Monday (November 21) was a success, with the first official meeting taking place in the next fortnight. Eighteen-year
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Witnesses to testify
WITNESSES will be summoned to tell Worcester Crown Court exactly what happened when a man with a shotgun rushed into an Upton pub. Tim Bayliss, aged 37, of Stratford Bridge, Ripple, was arrested following a six-hour armed siege at the King's Head in July
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Diamond day for pair
AN Upton couple are celebrating their diamond wedding anniversary. George and Margaret Eady first met by chance in a cinema queue. They had each gone with a friend and when the attendant shouted 'room for four' they sat together. They became a couple
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Nativities go on show
A FESTIVAL of Christmas trees and nativities from around the world will be on display at Upton Parish Church from Tuesday, December 6 to Friday, December 30. The event, part of the 'keeping the church at the heart of the community' project, will be open
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Is your work satisfactory?
IN Your Letters (November 11), Sheila Collis asked for a reply to a letter in your edition of October 28 from Alistair Macmillan concerning the high number of officers on Malvern Hills District Council receiving very much higher salaries than those working
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Shoplifting gang targets town stores
TOWN centre traders are on the lookout for an organised shoplifting gang that could strike again at the Christmas shopping event tonight (Friday). Professional thieves have been targeting Malvern stores for the past month in a campaign that began during
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Crucial debate
I read with interest Robert Hale's report on 'polytunnels' (Ledbury Reporter, November 18). Dr Meyer and the reported response of the Wicton Action Group highlight one side of a question that is not being properly explored at the moment. We must have
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Busker dies on coldest of nights
A BUSKER thought to be homeless died in hospital after collapsing in Malvern on one of the coldest nights of the year. Nicholas Lewtschuk was found outside a house in Newtown Road, Link Top, at 7.30am last Friday (December 18). He was rushed to casualty
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Real reindeer will add to festive fun
FESTIVE fun will fill Malvern this weekend during the town's Christmas extravaganza. Children's TV star Kasia Haded - Josie Jump in Balamory - will switch on Great Malvern's lights at 5.45pm today (Friday). All kinds of seasonal activities have been organised
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Bullies attack teen with chain
Parents whose children attack or threaten classmates could face fines of up to £1,000. The warning by schools minister Jacquie Smith follows a surge in violent cases across the country. Speaking at the start of anti-bullying week, she said troublemakers
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Opinion
THERE are rather too many weeks for this and that, many of them downright frivolous, but the Government's 'anti-bullying week' carries a serious and worthwhile message. Everyday life in a school is an almost unique experience for those of us who don't
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Taxi? I'm ferrying daughter
PARENTS often feel they are just a taxi service but a Bromyard man says it has gone one step further. Nicholas Cronin, of Maple Close, got a letter from Herefordshire Council's licensing department threatening him with a £1,000 fine. It said the council
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Fracture leaves City striker on sidelines
WORCESTER City's Jimmi-Lee Jones could be out for the entire season after fracturing the tibia in his right leg. Striker Jones picked up the shin injury from a block tackle during the first-half of City's 3-1 Worcestershire Senior Cup win at Stourport
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Switch-on to put sparkle in town
Bromyard is all set for the sparkling switch-on of the town's Christmas lights. The event takes place tomorrow (Saturday) at 5.30pm and will be accompanied by a whole host of activities. A band, carols, mince pies and a Santa's grotto will bring a festive
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It's party time at therapy pool
THERE was a week-long pool party at Malvern's hydrotherapy pool this week. The pool, at Osborne Court, is five years old and the anniversary saw a party atmosphere as staff and clients celebrated the occasion with chocolate biscuits and orange juice.
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Pershore lose their manager
PERSHORE Town are searching for a new manager following the resignation of player-boss Adam Ward. Ward stepped down after Town's 8-2 defeat to Bromsgrove Rovers in the Worcestershire Senior Urn, although he cited work commitments for his decision rather
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Demand will drive new opening hours
PUBS and bars in the Malvern area have been preparing for the change in licensing laws, which came into force yesterday (Thursday). Olivers, on Belle Vue Terrace, will be open until 1am on Friday and Saturday, and 11pm on Sunday. Owner Tony Wilkinson
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Busst blessed with attack options
EVESHAM United's attacking quartet possess enough firepower to safeguard the club's Southern Premier Division future, according to boss Dave Busst. The rampant Robins stormed to their biggest win of the season last Saturday, thrashing rock-bottom Northwood
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Jamming for St Richard's
MEMBERS of Worcester band Rubber Duck got together again to jam at a fund-raising gig. The band played to a packed house at their annual reunion gig at the Coppertops in Oldbury Road, St John's, helping to raise £275 for the city's St Richard's Hospice
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Are you a winner?
* (I) indicates Internet entries. BA MAP of Roman Britain has been won by: L Annsforde, Homend Crescent, Ledbury (I); H Atkins, Kittiwake Drive, Kidderminster; I Brown, Lake Road West, Cardiff (I); C Cooper, Castle Road, Kidderminster; RL Davis, Park
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25/11/05 - Ten-man Malvern let the points slip away
MALVERN entertained Standard in this Coaching Solutions Hockey League West Midlands division two fixture, played at Malvern Boys' College. MALVERN 2, STANDARD 3 Malvern got off to a poor start when three players pulled out shortly before the game, leaving
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25/11/05 - Ladies keep the heat on leaders
ANOTHER success for Malvern Ladies on Saturday when they visited Worcester to meet Norton's fourth team. WORCESTER NORTON IV 0, MALVERN LADIES 3 Despite most of the possession and pressure, Malvern were unable to finish any opportunities until a strike
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25/11/05 - Fixtures ...
SATURDAY FOOTBALL THE TRAVEL FACTORY MIDLAND FOOTBALL ALLIANCE League Cup: Malvern Town v Alvechurch (3.00). WEST MIDLANDS LEAGUE Premier Division: Ledbury Town v Smethwick Rangers; Bromyard Town v Wednesfield. Division One: Bilston v Malvern Town Reserves
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25/11/05 - Teams
MALVERN RFC Saturday, November 26 1st XV v Barkers Butts (Home). Meet Railway Inn noon. Kick off 2.30pm. T shirts and no one dress code. Maroon warm up tops. Maroon shorts and socks. X Han, D Irish (capt), S Lancett, V Hill, C Smith, A Ruddock, P Rawle
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DAVE BRADLEY FRIDAY FEELING
Well, I survived the Big Walk For Pudsey, and am here to tell the tale, and I am amazed, no blisters, and just a few aches and pains. My diary for last week. l Monday: Kidderminster Town Hall, 8am, cold but dry, with a motley crew to set off. Big John
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25/11/05 - Watkiss encouraging his men to rack up the points
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers' players will be urged to take their LDV Vans Trophy super show into the Nationwide Conference campaign tomorrow. Boss Stuart Watkiss wants Harriers to pick up quick points to improve their dwindling league position which currently
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25/11/05 - Michelle takes chequered flag
MICHELLE Nixon from Little Malvern took part in her first ever motor race at the weekend at Pembrey race circuit in south Wales and took the chequered flag. The 22-year-old had a test day on Friday at Pembrey in her hired Caterham sports car, whilst under
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EVENTS
NOVEMBER 25 Prize Bingo In aid of St Michael's Hospice Hereford, at Great Witley, Village Hall. Free refreshments. 7.30pm for 8pm start. November 26 Farmers' Market Bredon Village Hall. 10am - 1pm. There will be a special table at this market in aid of
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GIG GUIDE
tonight The Steaming Heads Marr's Bar, Pierpoint Street, Worcester. Jem Wulfrun Hall, Wolverhampton. The Prodigy National Indoor Arena, Birmingham. The Blues Band Huntingdon Hall, Worcester. Blind Lemon Drummond's Bar, New Street, Worcester. The Haunted
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Never fear, New Labour is acting
SIR Nick Chance blames the EU for thousands of jobs being lost in Britain. This is precisely why New Labour is developing re-training centres for those made redundant. GEORGE COWLEY, Worcester.
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25/11/05 - Team picks up British silver
A TEAM of Year 8 boys from The Chase - most of whom only started orienteering a few weeks ago - shocked the orienteering world by taking the team silver medal at the British Schools Orienteering Championships held near Leeds on Sunday. The Capabilty Brown-landscaped
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After Elton, maybe Clapton could play
SIR I can only assume that the re-appointment of Messrs Rhodes and Solanki as coach and captain of Worcestershire County Cricket Club is due to the fantastically successful season that the players have just enjoyed. As the county will now be playing other
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MP thinks we're too daft to see through it
SIR Mike Foster's latest smokescreen about middle class influence over state education suggests to me that he's either lost all connection with reality or he shares Tony Blair's belief that we are too stupid to see what 'New' Labour's global capitalist
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A walking advert for store's boots
HOW To Walk And The Boots To Wear was a headline in the Malvern Gazette 100 years ago. It came as Mr C W Allen, the champion long-distance pedestrian of the world, gave an exhibition of his powers in Malvern. "At six o'clock in the evening, he started
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Echoes from the Past
100 years ago An entertainment with much interest, variety and attractiveness was provided at the Institute, West Malvern, on the 9th inst, when a dual opportunity presented itself of putting into practical form the philanthropic spirit and also of participating
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25/11/05 - Funds for coaching
SIX schools are being given a fantastic boost to develop their cricket team by Colwall CC. Chosen as one of only 60 clubs in the country, Colwall have secured funding to provide high-quality cricket coaching to six schools for at least three hours per
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Centre Stage with Chris Jaeger of Huntingdon Arts
WE had Bobby Vee at the Hall last week (with Chris Montez and Johnny Preston). Now that won't mean much to some of you, but it certainly will if you are of a certain age! Bobby Vee was huge when I was a young boy, and hits like Rubber Ball and The Night
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Britt wants you for an evening of family fun
FORMER Bond girl Britt Ekland has been wowing audiences at the Swan Theatre since she kicked off Worcester's panto season on Wednesday. The Swedish beauty returned to the city this week to play Fairy Kindheart in the traditional production, Jack and the
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Mike Leigh play is coup for venue
Mike Leigh's new play, Two Thousand Years, will be at Malvern Theatres from March 7-11, as part of the new winter to spring season. This is a major coup, as the National Theatre production will only be touring a few hand-picked venues. The play, which
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25/11/05 - Vipers too lively for Evesham
WHAT started as a cold, foggy, dank morning finished with the Malvern U12 Vipers playing some fantastic rugby against mixed U12/U13 teams from Evesham. Evesham U12/13 7pts, Malvern U12 Vipers 35pts Evesham U12 A 0pts, Malvern U12 Vipers 22pts In the first
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25/11/05 - Trophy is important to us too: Preece
ANDY Preece is targeting a lengthy run in the FA Trophy -- insisting it carries equal importance to the more glamorous FA Cup. Worcester City mount their Trophy campaign at St George's Lane tomorrow with a third qualifying round clash against Kendal Town
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BUSINESS BRIEF
Stilton ice cream STILTON cheese has long been a festive favourite - but now a Worcestershire firm is selling it in the form of ice cream. Described as the perfect accompaniment to mince pies, the calorific treat is a mixture of blue Stilton and double
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Area's finest at BBC's Good Food Show
HEREFORDSHIRE and Worcestershire businesses have been making their impact at the BBC's Good Food Show, taking place in the Midlands. Malvern company Toastabag has been impressing the public and potential customers with its bags which people can use to
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Software that translates at the push of a button
COMMUNICATING with people who speak other languages has become much easier thanks to new computer assisted translation (CAT) technology launched by a Malvern company. The innovative software from Translution of Malvern Hills Science Park in Geraldine
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Whatever winter can throw at us, we're ready for it
AFTER days of warnings, Worcestershire is prepared for the predicted blizzards, ice and snow. But according to Worcester News weatherman Paul Damari all we need to worry about are cold winds. He said: "We've had a really busy week with the Met Office
