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Enjoy the final says Harriers veteran
JEFF Kenna has told his Kidderminster Harriers team-mates to cherish their FA Trophy final experience against Stevenage Borough. The 36-year-old defender is in line to become one of the first two players - along with Stevenage winger Steve Guppy - to
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Hughes hoping to avoid playing duty
NORTH Midlands' assistant coach Duncan Hughes is hoping he will not have the additional burden of playing in the County Championship Bill Beamount Cup match against holders Lancashire at Moseley on Saturday (3pm). Hughes retired from senior rugby at
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Sayers poses threat to County hopes
WORCESTERSHIRE took just one wicket on the opening day of their LV County Championship match against Yorkshire as left-hander Joe Sayers once again showed his liking for Headingley Carnegie. When rain ended play shortly before tea on 202 for one in
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Hall laps best
BROMYARD 17-year-old Robert Hall clocked the fastest lap in the Castle Combe Formula Ford 1600 Championship second round. Hall did battle once again with the vastly experienced Ed Moor and Steven Jensen. In his Works Husqvarna Swift, the teenager was
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Sixth form college impressing
WORCESTER Sixth Form College men's rugby team has enjoyed much success of late. They cruised into the final of Prince Henry's Sevens, having scored 176 points and conceding 19 points. Worcester then beat the host school from Evesham 28-12 in a hard-fought
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Bizarre overthrows gift Dominies win
WORCESTER Dominies and Guild went in search of their first Sunday victory at Tewkesbury. The hosts won the toss and elected to bat first with Alcoat (55) and Brixey (41) setting a brisk pace at the start of the innings. Jamie Lewis (1-38) bowled impressively
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Nomads make fine start on a Sunday
THE Worcester Nomads Academy got off to a winning start at Feckenham in the Duncan Fearnley Worcestershire Sunday Club League. Nomads bowled Feckenham out for 130 off 38.2 overs with Blake Raymond taking 2-11, Alex Williams 2-20 and Sam Roberts 2-20.
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Pair fly flag at popular meeting
MOTORSPORT fans flocked to Grimley Raceway for the third meeting of the season. Nine formulas, featuring 145 competitors, took part in 27 races at the popular event on Bank Holiday Monday. Dan Lewis was one of two county drivers to enjoy success as
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Society steps out to help charity
MEMBERS of a Worcester amateur dramatic society have started training for the 2007 Cancer Research UK's Race For Life. Worcester Operatic and Dramatic Society's Youth Section team will join thousands of other runners when the 5km women-only sponsored
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Nest cam watches birds
VISITORS to Worcester Woods Country Park can see the latest feathery goings on by looking through its nest cam. The camera, which has been spying on a nest at the countryside centre since March, has captured frequent visits by both blue tits and great
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Crowle seal big victory
CROWLE eased to a 91-run victory at Peopleton but were taken to the last over by some resilient batting by the home side. A hard-hitting partnership of 104 between Andy Hawes (52) and Dave Jessop (57) put Crowle on top. A quickfire 24 not out from skipper
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County football fixture round-up
SATURDAY KIDDERMINSTER LEAGUE Premier Division: Dudley Town v Cradley Heath. Division One: Birch Coppice v Ounsdale: Kings Heath Old Boys v Dudley Hearts; Tenbury United v Parkdale Rovers; Rising Sun v Dog & Pheasant. MERCIAN FESTIVAL JUNIOR LEAGUE
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Dale wins the Warriors’ fans votes online
READERS at our website www.worcesternews.co.uk have voted emphatically for Dale Rasmussen as their Warriors player of the season. The Samoan centre picked up more than 60 per cent of the 127 votes on our online poll to finish well clear of his four team-mates
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Black Beauties and Swallows in one-pin defeats
LATEST results from the Worcester and District Ladies Skittles League. Division One: Goodies 385 (2) (M Baker 35, S Ford 35 (12), C Webb 34), Nomads 394 (9) (T Franklin 40, K Draper 38 (13)); Jubilees 378 (10) (R Moffat 37, R Hondstill 37 (12), J Harvey
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Triumph for Green
BARNARDS Green enjoyed a fine seven-wicket win over Bromsgrove in the Worcestershire Sunday League. Rose and Fisher made a bright start for the visiting Bromsgrove team, but Harris removed the former for 56. Fisher was then unlucky to be run out for
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Cricket fixture list
BIRMINGHAM & DISTRICT LEAGUE FIRST TEAMS Premier Division: Barnt Green v Kidderminster Vic; Knowle & Dorridge v Shifnal; Moseley v Walmley; Walsall v Coventry NW; Wellington v Himley; WB Dartmouth v Kenilworth Wardens. Division One: Bromsgrove v Shrewsbury
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Second XI results extra
CRUSADER WORCESTERSHIRE LEAGUE SECOND TEAMS DIVISION ONE Astwood Bank v Brockhampton Brockhampton won by 65 runs. Brockhampton (24) 235 all out (P Edwards 89, T Harris 4-34, T Pedley 4-69), Astwood Bank (6) 170 all out (D Price 5-65). Belbroughton
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Luff clashes with Blair over Iraq
MID-Worcestershire MP Peter Luff clashed with Prime Minister Tony Blair in the Commons today as the Tories called for the Government to start withdrawing troops from Iraq. Mr Blair rejected Tory calls to start withdrawing troops from Iraq and to apologise
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Tackling medical matters for the deaf
DEAF people in Worcestershire will now get better access to medical services after county health professionals completed a training course. Some 38 staff from Worcestershire Primary Care Trust and Mental Health Partnership Trust were shown how they can
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Mayor gives new recruits fine send off
THE Mayor of Worcester was on hand to welcome the latest Worcestershire youngsters who are joining the Army. As a special treat, Councillor Ian Imray - a former army man himself - took on the job usually reserved for head of recruitment Major Ken Kennedy
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Scheme to end sexual inequality in police force
A SCHEME to stamp out unlawful sexual discrimination within West Mercia Constabulary has been introduced. The gender equality scheme, introduced for the first time within the force, is a response to the Equality Act 2006 and will address inequalities
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Get fit and take part in pole dance competition
IF you are brave enough to pole dance in front of a live audience you could win yourself £5,000. Following their hugely successful Text Factor competition, Sin in New Street, Worcester, is holding Strictly Come Pole Dancing. The talent competition,
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Oil dumped in brook
A BROOK may have been contaminated by engine oil deliberately, say the Environment Agency. Blakedown Brook in Broadwaters Park, Kidderminster, was found to be covered with an oil slick along 200 metres of its length. EA officers arrived at the scene
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County will benefit from Olympic boost
TOURISM and trade in Worcestershire could be set for a big boost with the announcement the county is being sold as a potential destination to support the 2012 London Olympics and Paralympics. Previous experiences learned from Games gone by suggest the
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We’ve won a gong for excellent work
MARCHES Housing Associa-tion has cause to celebrate this year as it has been officially recognised as an Investor In Excellence. The association, which is based in Leominster, owns and manages about 2,700 homes in Herefordshire, Wor-cestershire and Shropshire
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Sabre-wielding man threatened drinkers
A MAN who waved a 3ft-long sword about in an Evesham pub and shouted, "I'll stick anybody in this town," has admitted affray. Sarbjit Bassi, aged 37, also admitted possessing an offensive weapon and assaulting a police officer while making threats to
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Maypole dancing fun as children enjoy fete
A COLOURFUL day was held at a Worcester school to celebrate the arrival of May. The Kings Hawford School in Claines hosted its annual fete which included traditional stalls, dancing and lots of visitors. Headteacher Jim Turner said the day had gone very
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No justice in this cappuccino tussle
SIR - How amazing that Roger Yeomans the owner of Marbles, a small cafe, asked to use empty premises below his business and was refused because his business was not considered a retail business by Worcester City Council (Worcester News, April 26). But
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Found, safe and well – missing cat with 3 legs
A THREE-legged rescue cat who went missing for 10 days has been found safe and well. Sesame, a tabby tom cat belonging to Chris Vaughan, of Winnipeg Close, Lower Wick, Worcester, disappeared from his new home on Wednesday, April 25. But he was found
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One month left to get your photo in calendar
KEEN photographers are already vying for a coveted spot in an annual calendar competition. Hundreds of images have been submitted to win a place representing a month in Webbs Garden Centre's 2008 calendar, which will be sold in aid of St Richard's Hospice
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Fly-tippers turn us into a scrapheap
SIR - I was encouraged to read recently that the Countryside Alliance has launched a campaign against fly-tipping - it is good to see the issue highlighted. This has been a problem in Worcestershire for some time and I have recently been in touch with
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Hear music from Louis at concert
TOE-tapping music from legends such as Louis Armstrong and Bing Crosby will entertain people in Pershore this weekend. The Pasadena Roof Orchestra will be performing a charity concert at the Number 8 community arts centre on Saturday, May 12. The multi-talented
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How you can help me build homes for Nepal's street kids
A MOTHER of two who works in Worcester has just returned from a visit to Nepal to help disadvantaged children. Caroline Joseph travelled to the country with her own children over the Easter holiday. The 41-year-old volunteers for a charity called the
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Grants will help restore city streets
A THREE year scheme to tidy up Foregate Street and The Tything is about to begin. The historic but run down route into Worcester city centre will be tarted up and restored thanks to a partnership between Worcester City Council and English Heritage.
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New plans drawn up for play area
PLANS to build a community facility with a games area in Worcester are under way. In February, the Worcester News revealed plans to build a £1.8 million community centre in St Peter's were being reviewed because of a funding shortfall. At this week's
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COOTE
COOTE Richard Anne, Mary and David would like to thank all Relatives and Friends for the kindness and sympathy shown to them during their recent bereavement. Special thanks to the Staff at St Richard's Hospice, Mayfair Care Agency and Elbury Moor Medical
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ROGERS
ROGERS Mary Josephine Of Whittington, Worcester. Peacefully in hospital on May 2nd, aged 80 years. Much loved wife of Roy, loving mother of Isobel, Stephen, Francine and Brian and a dear grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service at Worcester
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MUNSLOW
MUNSLOW Winifred Ivy Formerly of Langdale Drive, Worcester. Peacefully, at the Shrubbery Nursing Home on May 2nd, aged 82 years. Loving wife of the late Ron. She will be sadly missed by all her Family. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Friday
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FORTEY
FORTEY Bill Taken suddenly from his Family on May 1st, 2007. Loving husband of Jan, devoted dad of Alan, Gary and Russell, a very dear father in law and the best grandad ever. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday, May 16th at 11.30 a.m
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BAND
BAND Ivy Mabel Passed away peacefully in hospital on May 2nd, 2007, aged 93 years. Beloved mother of Colleen, Terry and Viv. Much loved mother-in-law of Vera and Janet. A loved and treasured nan, great nanny and great great nanny. Funeral service at Worcester
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RYLAND
RYLAND Shirley nee Dobb Passed away peacefully in Worcestershire Royal Hospital, on May 3rd , aged 71 years. Loving wife to Tony, mother of Susan and John, grandmother to Nicholas, Jacqueline and Julian, great grandmother to Grace, sister of Peter and
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IRESON
IRESON Joyce Thinking of you today and always. Love Pat and Philip xxx Published in paper 09/05/2007
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HOLMES
HOLMES John Henry known as Jack Of St Stephens Care Home, Worcester. Passed peacefully away at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on May 1st, aged 90 years. Dear husband of the late Wyn, a beloved father, father in law, a very special grandad and great grandad
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MEEK
MEEK Reg Passed away suddenly, but peacefully at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on May 2nd, 2007, after a short illness,aged 83 years. Beloved husband of Rene, proud father to Allan, Jill and Sara and a dearly loved grandfather and father in law. The funeral
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VANN
VANN Henry Harry Of Claines, Worcester. Died peacefully at home, on May 3rd,aged 89 years. Beloved husband to Betty, much loved father to Carol and Les, father in law to Barbara and Phil and grandpa to Christopher and Stephanie. Funeral Service at Worcester
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SMITH
SMITH David Ian Dave Suddenly at home on May 3rd, 2007, aged 58 years, after a short illness bravely fought. Much loved husband of Valerie, loving father of Joanne, dear father in law of Mark and adored grandad of Amber. He will be sadly missed by all
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POMFRET
POMFRET Dawnnee Whitmore On May 1st, 2007 in St Catherine's Hospice, aged79 years. The dearly beloved wife of the late Frank and a devoted mum and grandma.Loved by everyone who knew her. 'Remembered always, sadly missed'. Flowers by request, donations
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BULLOCK
BULLOCK Joan Treasured memories of a dear wife who died three years today. Sadly missed by Syd and Family. Published in paper 09/05/2007
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ATKINSON
ATKINSON Marjorie In loving memory of a dear mom and nan. Sadly missed. Love Sharon, Tony, Helen and Sarah. Published in paper 09/05/2007
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Society steps out to help charity
MEMBERS of a Worcester amateur dramatic society have started training for the 2007 Cancer Research UK's Race For Life. Worcester Operatic and Dramatic Society's Youth Section team will join thousands of other runners when the 5km women-only sponsored
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Looking green can cost environment
SIR - In March the EU decided that biofuel should provide 10 per cent of all Europe's transport fuels by 2020. Of course, no thought was given to how this would be achieved or the consequence of setting such a target. The EU has no way to source biofuels
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Group of teenagers vandalise play area
A GROUP of up to 40 teenagers is believed to be responsible for vandalising a children's play area. Hundreds of pounds of damage was caused to the playground adjoining Hallow Parish Hall in Hallow, near Worcester. Bins were set alight and play equipment
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I’m going to the place where little Madeleine went missing – with my three-year-old daughter
Worcester News journalist Mike Nolan was looking forward to his holiday in the Algarve - but now he has mixed emotions knowing his daughter, aged three, will be near the place where Madeleine McCann was abducted. EVER since we booked our holiday to the
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Lorry loader loses appeal for sacking over sex talk
A LORRY loader has lost a compensation claim for unfair dismissal after he was alleged to have harassed a woman warehouse manager with sexual remarks at at a Worcester firm. An employment tribunal heard Kate Taylor was also upset when she was sent an
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Why not have a new parliament?
SIR - I agree with Stanley Parr of Pershore (Letters, April 17), the regions are indeed here, quietly working away, costing millions each year. And, of course, the calls from local New Labour for the mergers of city and county councils to form unitary
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Pupils celebrate college’s success with a day of fun
PAST and present students at New College Worcester have been celebrating triple success with a special day of events. New College, which provides education for blind and partially sighted students, has announced that it will become independent of the
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Clothes sale will help my melodies
MUSIC loving tots and toddlers are relying on generous villagers to help them raise money for some musical equipment by holding a nearly new sale. Staff from the Eckington Babies and Toddlers group are hoping the sale, due to be held at 2pm on Saturday
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Names added to road speed petition
ALMOST 100 signatures have been added to a petition calling for the speed limit on a stretch of the A449 to be lowered since it went online. Last month the Worcester News revealed Jim Turner, head of King's Hawford School between Ombersley and Claines
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Students’ technology talents are displayed at a special evening
TECHNOLOGY students at a Worcestershire secondary school are celebrating their achievements. Pupils at Pershore High School, a specialist technology college, held a special evening in the school library and study area to show off the full range of products
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City has nothing to fear from bin bugs linked to the plague
BUGS linked to the Black Death have been found in bins emptied every fortnight but health chiefs say the people of Worcester have nothing to fear. The study by the University of Northampton found that bins emptied every two weeks tested positive for
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Time to get yourself fit for a good cause
GREAT MALVERN TRIPLE RUN WHAT: Great Malvern Triple Run. WHERE: Three Counties Showground, Malvern. WHEN: Sunday, July 1, at 10.30am. WHY: To raise money for Acorns Children's Hospice, Worcester, which cares for life-limited children. ABOUT: The
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Check out the latest cars at motor show
MORE of the dealers taking part in this year's Worcester Motor Show have revealed some of the cars they will be displaying on the day. Some of the biggest car manufacturers will be showing off their latest models on the city streets on Saturday, May
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Children’s centre will soon be open
WORK has started on a new children's centre in Worcester which will provide services for families. Builders are busy on the Perrywood Primary and Nursery School site in Ronkswood as they begin to adapt and extend the old IT suite and art area. The work
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Bishop's Diary
Getting on television used to be a source of pride and excitement, but now it seems we are all constantly on television, and are neither disturbed nor excited, though we do feel more secure as a result. These are not programmes in which we figure, but
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Sun-theory is another reason to save forests
SIR - So Derek Baddeley (Letters, April 28) thinks talk of global warming is scientists defending their own jobs? This sounds like a case of 't must be true, I saw it on TV'! Did he inquire who sponsored his documentary, I wonder? Oil companies with
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Mess should not stop the walking bus
Britain is a nation of dog lovers, and with good reason. Man's best friend provides companionship and exercise to millions of people, and thousands of Worcester residents would not be without their doggy pals. Unfortunately, there is a downside to dog
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Councillors to visit site of business park plans
WORCESTER councillors are to pay a special visit to a site on the outskirts of the city expected to be turned into a thriving business park. Councillors will convene on Grove Farm, off Meadowbank Drive, St John's, to see if the site is ready for major
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Fire team trains to deal with disaster
SPECIALLY trained firefighters put their skills to the test during a staged rescue operation in Worcester. Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service's Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team practised saving a trapped casualty from a rubble pile during
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Firefighters attack control centre plan
FRONT-line firefighters in Worcestershire have called on the Government to abandon its scheme to build a new regional fire control centre. The Fire Brigades Union said its members in the West Midlands believed the money earmarked for the centre would
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Come on, you Harriers!
Kidderminster Harriers captain Stuart Whitehead and his team-mates get in the mood for Saturday's FA Trophy final showdown with Stevenage Borough at Wembley. The match is the first final to be played at the new national stadium and the Aggborough club
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Walking bus under threat
ONE of the country's largest walking school bus schemes could have to be scrapped because parents are failing to support it. A lack of volunteers to supervise the bus, as well as inconsiderate dog owners who allow their pets to foul the route and parents
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Ragnorf's Revenge by Nichol Williams
In this sequel to S.N.O.T., the world's most accident prone Wizard, Jebediah Humphries, is in his final year of Wizard's Summer Camp. The his arch-nemisis Ragnorf, head of Gnome Mafia, escapes from prison he has one thing on his mind - revenge. Can
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Harriet by Tony James
Elusive dweller of the woods, Harriet, is no ordinary female - she is beautiful despite her advancing years, gentle, loyal, intelligent and enjoys playing with children - so why would anyone be scared of her or want to kill her? Perhaps because she is
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The Book of Story Beginnings by Kristin Kladstrup
Oscar Martin was fourteen when he vanished from his Iowa farmhouse home in June 1914. His sister said that Oscar rowed out to sea, but there are no oceans in Iowa - so how was this possible? Nearly a century later Lucy Martin and her parents move to
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The Legend of the Worst Boy in the World by Eoin Colfer
The last place any child should be is near that new road. Marty went paler than the bits of newspaper without any writing on them. 'What's the matter, Marty?' asked mum, who new Marty's guilty face when she saw it. 'Where's Will, Marty?' 'Where's
