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Table-toppers dish out six of the best
MALVERN showed that the long Christmas break had not blunted their form as they defeated a competent Lichf-ield side 37-17 at Spring Lane. Victory over the Staffor-dshire side meant that Malv-ern held on to top spot in Midlands Two West. Director of
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Ross to the rescue as Droitwich snatch late draw
A LAST gasp try for Droitwich saw them take a share of the spoils in their top-of-the-table Midlands Three West (South) clash at Sutton Coldfield which finished 24-24. The home side started the more dynamically, driving at the Droitwich line to force
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Carter crashes over to score
WORCESTER Wanderers first XV picked up a 15-10 win at Shipston. Playing up the slope the Wanderers began the game in determined mood and dominated territorially. And they took the lead early on when, after going through the phases, the Wanderers backs
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Piddle Park side Peel away for victory
THE fine form that Pershore finished 2007 in was carried in to the New Year when they came away from Widden Old Boys with a 17-15 victory in Western Counties North. The hosts took the lead early early on when they spread the ball out to their centre
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Quartet for Sam
MOSELEY winger Sam Yar-wood ran in four tries as North Midlands Under 20s downed a Worcester Wanderers Invitat-ion XV 31-7 at Sixways. Yarwood scored one try in an even first-half but then scored three times after the break. North Midlands took the
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Bite dog reprieved
A GERMAN shepherd dog which bit and broke the hand of a man walking his labrador will not be put down. Magistrates decided the dog, called Major, would not have to be destroyed but ordered owner Simon Brown to ensure it was muzzled and kept on a lead
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Upton Dodge derby defeat
UPTON opened the New Year with a 10-9 win at near rivals Alcester in Midlands Five West (South). Without a game for three weeks over the festive period it was always going to take time for both teams to get back into rhythm. It was Upton who found their
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Supporters dig deep to pay for City keeper’s surgery
DANNY McDonnell has paid tribute to generous Worcester City fans who raised nearly £1,000 in just 24 hours for his shoulder operation. The goalkeeper underwent reconstruction surgery on torn tendons in his right arm after kind-hearted supporters rallied
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Cardiff next if Bulls can win replay
HEREFORD United manager Graham Turner says the FA Cup fourth round draw could have been better for his side. The Bulls will host Championship club Cardiff City, who have former United midfielder Paul Parry in their ranks, if they can beat Tran-mere Rovers
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Fresh appeal for witnesses
FRESH witnesses are being sought by Evesham police following an incident in a town pub. The move comes almost three months after the serious disorder at the Karma public house in Vine Street on Saturday, September 15 at 10.30pm. One man received treatment
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Punk rocker backs Christmas lights campaign
A FORMER pink-haired punk from Pershore has added sparkle to a colourful campaign to bring back the town's Christmas lights. Toyah Willcox, star of "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!", and husband Robert Fripp, a former rock star, have written in
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Ex-deputy mayor guilty on child porn charges
A FORMER Malvern Hills councillor has been found guilty of downloading sickening child porn on to a council laptop. Michael Angell has now been ordered to sign the sex offender's register after being convicted of 12 of 17 charges relating to the making
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Cardiff await winners of replay
HEREFORD United will host Championship side Cardiff City in the FA Cup fourth round if they can win their replay against Tranmere Rovers. Graham Turner's team drew 2-2 at Prenton Park in the third round on Saturday and will meet the League One outfit
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St John’s reach first cup final
THE Worcester Nursing Sunday Minor Cup final will be between St John's and Warndon Athletic. The Saints reached a final for the first time in their 27-year history with a scintillating 6-1 win against Heenans. Joe Blain and Will Meredith both bagged
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Prizes galore handed to competition winners
LUCKY competition winners have been celebrating a bumper prize bonanza, thanks to your Worcester News. Catherine Pullin won £250 worth of vouchers to spend in three shops - Big and Tall, the Worcester Cycle Centre and the London Camera Exchange in Cath-edral
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Help give our youngsters a brighter future
JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based
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Businesswoman's mirrors survive trip from China
A SUPERSTITIOUS businesswoman has breathed a sigh of relief after thousands of mirrors she had imported from China arrived at her Droitwich shop in one piece. Rachel Jack was relieved not to be facing seven years bad luck for the shop she opened in the
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Drugs DJ escapes jail
POLICE found about £2,500 of drugs in the home of a disk jockey from Worcester, a court heard. Steven Ramsey, who has played in nightclubs around the country, was told he was lucky not to go to jail for being in possession of such a large variety of
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Town earn vital point in survival bid
BROMYARD Town's 0-0 draw at Tividale gave them a big lift in their battle against relegation from the West Midlands League Premier Division. They gained a valuable point from a terrific performance against top-six club Tividale. Both teams played fast
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Results extra
BROMSGROVE FOOTBALL LEAGUE Division One: Vic Barnt Green 6 Bromsgrove Gen Res 1; D&P La Coruna 4 Bromsgrove Town 1. Division Two: Wychbold RBL Wand 2 Meadow Park 1; Black Cross 2 Waseley United 5. Division Three: Holloway 1 Barley Monners 5. WA Harris
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Pegasus are given beating
PEGASUS Juniors lost 9-0 at Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Women's Midland Combination. In their first league game since early November, Pegasus faced a difficult test against the fourth-placed side. Mel Mayo and Simone Quinn producing solid performances
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LLOYD
LLOYD Sylvia. Best Wishes on your 70th Birthday. Love Reg and Family xxxx Published in paper 07/01/2008
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NIND
NIND Mervyn Horace Late of Silverdale Avenue, Worcester. Formerly of George Street Bakery. Passed peacefully away at St. Johns Nursing Home, Droitwich on January 1st, 2008, aged 81 years. Dear husband of the late Joan and brother to Molly and Tony. Funeral
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BRAZIER
BRAZIER Thomas Henry Tom Passed peacefully away on January 1st, 2008, aged 95. A devoted husband of Joan, much loved father of Martin, Vincent and Colin. A dear grandad, great grandad and father in law. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral
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JENKINS
JENKINS Sarah God watched you as you suffered.He knew you had had your share.He gently closed your weary eyes and took you in His care. Always remembered. Love Dad and Family Published in paper 07/01/2008
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ALLEN
ALLEN George Treasured memories of my dearly loved husband, father and grandad. Another lonely year has passed without you. Loving wife Olga and Family. Published in paper 07/01/2008
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GIBBONS
GIBBONS Susan Susan's Family sincerely thank all Family and Friends for their support, floral tributes, cards and messages of sympathy received at this time of their very sad loss. Thank you to everyone who attended Sue's funeral and for donations received
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KNIGHT
KNIGHT Edith Ellen Passed away peacefully on December 26th, 2007, aged 91 years. Wife of the late Cecil. Funeral service will take place at Worcester Crematorium on Friday, January 11th, 2008 at 2.30 p.m., followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at Rainbow
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SANDERS
SANDERS George Terence John Terry Of St Johns. Died at Russell Hall Hospital Dudley with his Family at his side on December 29th, 2007, aged 68 years. Devoted husband to Yvonne, loving dad to Anita and Phillip, father in law to Nick and Alison, and a
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JONES
JONES June nee Harris Suddenly on January 1st, 2008 at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, aged 78 years. Beloved wife of the late Ken, cherished mother of Lyn, Kevin Alan and the late Trevor, much loved mother in law of Alison and Mandy, special nan of Lee
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MOORE RNIB
MOORE Emily Pam Of Windmill Close Passed peacefully away after a long illness on December 29th, 2007 aged 92 years. Beloved wife of Terry and loving mother of Peter. Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium on Friday, January 11th, at 1.30 p.m. No flowers
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VENN
VENN Mary Died after a short illness at The Worcestershire Royal Hospital on January 3rd, 2008, aged 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Roy, dearly loved mother of John and David and mother in law of Joan and Gill, loved grandmother of Georgina James,
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BULLOCK
BULLOCK Nathan Happy 16th birthday. Love mum, Baldy and Zoe xx Published in paper 07/01/2008
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BRAIN
BRAIN John Treasured memories of a dearly loved husband, father and great grandad, died January 7th 1988. Sadly missed by his loving wife Queenie and Family. Published in paper 07/01/2008
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CAMPBELL
CAMPBELL Victor Six lonely years without you, I still can't believe it's true, That God should have taken you away from me, My life, my world was you, Wherever I go, whatever I do, My day begins and ends with you. Love from Phyllis and all The Family.
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FENSON
FENSON Sarah Always in our thoughts. From Margaret, Mick and Family. Published in paper 07/01/2008
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Playwright should join a drama club
SIR - May I suggest that the person interested in writing plays contacts either one of the writing circles in the area (there are circles in Malvern and Worcester) or else joins one of the drama societies he says he has been in touch with and learns
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Memorial money could go to hospital
SIR - Wishful thinking, I know, but wouldn't it be nice if the Heritage Lottery money of £33,000 earmarked for the controversial war memorial in Gheluvelt Park could be given instead to the fire ravaged Royal Marsden Hospital? Don't get me wrong, I am
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If only we stood up and did something
SIR - I was interested in your comment on January 3. The problem in the UK today is that we do not stand together and stand up for ourselves. Fuel prices are outrageous mainly because of the tax on it. The French would have been rioting in the streets
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Pensioners’ groups have had their say
SIR - In reply to Kathryn Downton, acting head of older people and physical disability services at Worcestershire County Council (Letters, December 28). Before taking issue with Fred Kaler, chairman of the Evesham and District Pensioners' Association
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Reg Moule Answers your Questions
In the fourth of our Christmas houseplant series the spotlight falls on phalaenopsis orchids. PHALAENOPSIS These grow as epiphytes in moist warm conditions with no real dry season. This means that they experience little seasonal change, so they have
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January 5-12
100 Years Ago: AS the last day of the year was slowly dying, there rang clearly from the grounds of Witley Court the strains of Home, Sweet Home, sung enthusiastically by school children as Lord and Lady Dudley motored up the drive leading to their beautiful
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Best of the Bunch - Christmas Rose
I know it's the new year, but the Christmas rose so often flowers a little bit later than the festive season, that I thought I'd highlight it now. This wonderful perennial which grows around 1.5ft (45cm) high and 12in (30cm) wide thrives in a sheltered
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January 5-12
This week in 1988: MORE than 40 people were arrested when New Year's Eve celebrations in Worcester and Hereford boiled over into violence. More than 60 police were on duty in Worcester to prevent a repeat of the trouble and ugly scenes which marred last
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Good Enough to eat - Eradicate Apple Canker
If you want a great crop of apples next year, deal with apple canker now. It's particularly virulent in damp conditions and on badly drained soil. Early symptoms include dead, leafless twigs or shoots bearing small sickly-looking leaves. Telltale signs
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Holt Heath
With the days already noticeably lengthening it's a good time to venture out for a longer walk. This one could easily take all day if you were to linger at some of the highlights along the way, such as Shrawley Wood or Redstone Rock. There are also plenty
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Workshop led by interior designer
CREATIVE people in Worcestershire who are interested in interior design will have the chance to learn from an expert. Designer Klara Goldy welcomes Helen Morris, co-founder of the Stencil Library and author of The Stencilled Home, to help her in leading
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Where to get the best produce.
After two or three weeks of cakes, chocolates, wine and beer, a lot of us are now beginning to regret that extra mince pie or final bottle of claret on Boxing Day. With the new year now upon us, a lot of people are resolving to shed a few pounds and ensure
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Safety award applicants wanted
THE countdown has begun for businesses and organisations in Herefordshire and Worcestershire to enter the RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards. Organisations of all sizes and types should start preparing their submissions now to be sure to meet
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Delivery service wins best practice accolade
WORCESTERSHIRE express delivery service TNT has been acclaimed a one-in-a-thousand and joined an elite band of the UK's business champions. MP John Denham, the Secretary of State for the Department of Innovation, Universities and Skills, announced
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Mr Lee’s comment insulted the police
SIR - I feel compelled to respond to the letter of Chris Lee (Letters, January 3). If Chris had ventured out of his house over the festive period he would have seen many officers, myself included, on the beat. This was through normal policing activity
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A special place that has really good teachers
PUPILS at a Worcester school have received a good report from Ofsted inspectors. Cranham Primary School in Warndon was judged good' in all areas of its latest inspection from the education watchdog. Headteacher Valerie Holland said: "Cranham is a lively
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Diarmuid says sensible gardens are the future
Innovative garden designer Diarmuid Gavin has seen many trends come and go during his career, from sky blue fences and glass gravel to way-out concrete creations and under-lawn lighting. But he predicts that this year there is going to be a return to
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Garston’s bison head is still too scary for me
SOMEWHERE in the bowels of Worcester City Museum and Art Gallery they still keep the huge bison head that used to put the frighteners on me when I was a lad. Along with various African game trophies, the massive curly haired, black nosed bonce from the
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Gamble pays off down at the family deer park
TEN years ago they were a group of dilapidated farm buildings on the slopes of Bredon Hill in South Worcestershire hardly fit for man nor beast. Today, they are the winners of a top conversion award for owners Mark and Caron Steele and recognised as an
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The police were out in force at Christmas
SIR - A wry smile crossed my face on January 3 as I read Chris Lee's letter claiming not to have seen any policemen on the beat over the Christmas period. I hope that Mr Lee enjoyed Christmas and new year with his family. My other half is a member
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Wossy, now is the time to wepent and walk away
THERE can be little doubt that Jonathan Ross has been an extremely able chat show host. All the same, he has only one gag - shock - and at £6 million a year in public money, I can't help think that it's all wearing a little thin. We all know that Michael
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COMMENT: Please support our new appeal
TODAY we're asking for your help for a very worthy cause. Our 'Towards A Brighter Future' appeal launches today in aid of the Worcester-based charity the Noah's Ark Trust. It is an organisation that provides grief support for bereaved children. Hundreds
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Noah's Ark needs people just like you
It costs £400,000 a year to run the Noah's Ark Trust. The trust has two, three-year funding agreements with True Colours and the National Lottery. All other funding comes from local community fundraising initiatives, schools, local businesses and donations
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Injury-hit City cancel training session
WORCESTER City manager Richard Dryden has called off tomorrow's training session in a bid to avoid any more injuries. Dryden, whose side beat Hinckley United 2-1 at the weekend, already has a lengthy casualty list and does not want to risk adding to
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Climb on board the Ark
How to donate Log on to www.noahsarktrust.co.uk and click on the 'Support Us' button for a variety of payment options. Call the office on 01905 745735 Post a cheque made payable to Noah's Ark Trust, 1-4 Canalside, Lowesmoor Wharf, Worcester, WR1
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Ark turns negatives in to positives
WHEN James Luke's mother, Lin, died in September 2002 - just six weeks after finding out the devastating news she had cancer - life became unbearable for the surviving members of the family. His father, Ray, had to arrange the funeral and keep a roof
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Homeless shelter opens its doors
WORKERS at a homeless shelter have been putting the final touches to preparations for their night service which will open its doors today. For the next 10 weeks, up to 15 rough sleepers will be able to seek shelter from bad weather and biting winds by
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