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Altrincham 2 Harriers 1
STRUGGLERS Altrincham put an end to Kidderminster Harriers' fine run tonight in terrible conditions. Harriers had gone seven games unbeaten but their form went crashing along with the thunder and lightning that forced a 15-minute delay in the first-half
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Worcester boss close to signing defender
RICHARD Dryden is hoping to have another defender in his squad before Saturday's Blue Square North trip to Nuneaton Borough. However, the arrival of a new recruit at St George's Lane could depend on transfer activity elsewhere. The City manager had
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League teams in goals galore
THE Birdseye Sports Evesham Sunday Football League fixtures produced a goal feast. Riverside led the way in Division Four by hitting 14 past George and Dragon with the goals coming from Heritage (six), James (five), Begley, Foxall and Smith. Leaders
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Marathon sessions back on
VETERAN Black Pear jogger Stuart Wild has started his annual training sessions for the London Marathon. Wild completed his 50th marathon at Snowdonia, Wales, in October. The group meet on Sunday mornings from 8.45am at Perdiswell Leisure Centre, Bilford
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Sixways to stage England U18 game
INTERNATIONAL rugby is coming to Sixways with Worcester Warriors announcing they are set to host an under 18s fixture between England and Wales. Warriors have previously hosted the England Under 21 team on four occasions in the last decade and the latest
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Super six get the call
SIX North Midlands players have been included in the Midlands Under 16 squad for their Divisional Festival clash with London & SE at Broadstreet RFC on Friday (1.15pm). Scrum-half Joel Dudley (Bromsgrove School), prop Louis Paddian (Bishop Challoner
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Former county ace won't be deported after all
A FORMER Worcestershire County cricket star threatened with deportation has been given permission to live in the UK for another three years. Fast bowler Hartley Alleyne, who has lived in this country for more than 20 years, had previously been told he
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'Have your say on plans for county,' says council
A DOCUMENT detailing how many homes councillors think can be built in Worcestershire over the next 20 years has been sent to the Government and is up for public consultation. Residents and businesses across the county are being urged to view the proposals
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Help us shape the future of our parish
A PLAN to map out the future of a Worcester parish has attracted little interest from residents, so councillors have launched a last-ditch attempt to capture their imagination. Ray Morris, chairman of Warndon Parish Council, said a newsletter would be
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Grandads hit the Toon
FIVE Worcestershire grandads have completed a 300-mile gruelling bike ride from Worcester to Newcastle to raise funds for Acorn's Children's Hospice. The five returned from the north-east on Monday after successfully making it to the Worcester Warriors
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Roadworks begin in city centre
MAJOR roadworks which could take as long as four months to complete have started on one of the busiest routes through Worcester. Massive disruption to traffic flow along Barbourne Road had been predicted, but both Worcestershire County Council and National
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Killeen eyes up a big 2008
MALVERN cyclist Liam Killeen is setting his sights on making the Team GB squad for this year's Olympics in Beijing. After finsihing second to Roger Hammond at the 2008 British Cyclo-Cross Champio-nships at Sutton Park in Birmingham, Killeen is ready
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Saracens keep hopes alive with derby success
DESPITE a confidence-sapping defeat to table-topping Elmdon before Christmas, Worcester-based Saracens bounced back with a 46-30 victory over local rivals Evesham Reds in the West Midlands League. With a single-goal victory each and one draw in the previous
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Student teaches rivals a lesson
ANNIE Highway was the star of the show as Worcester City women began 2008 with a 4-0 victory over Redditch United at the Valley Stadium. Highway, home from university, scored a hat-trick and Hazel Adams got the other to keep Worcester in touch with leaders
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Hunt for an overseas star harder than ever
WORCESTERSHIRE chief executive Mark Newton says that it is tougher than ever to sign an overseas players despite the fact that new rules restrict one per county. In past seasons counties have been allowed to sign two overseas players, however, when the
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Bromsgrove in impressive win
BROMSGROVE Rugby Club kicked off the new year with an emphatic 27-0 Midlands Two West victory over Cheltenham North at Finstall Park. In front of a large home crowd Bromsgrove flanker Nigel Burrows was first to score when he exploited weaknesses on the
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Hold the front page for this tale of two Worcesters
THEY say journalists will go to great lengths for a decent story - but you'd think travelling more than 3,000 miles might just be pushing it. That, however, is how far American journalist Jaime Flores came this week to find out more about Worcester,
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Police attacker sprayed with CS gas
A MAN kicked out of a pub made matters worse by attacking a police officer, a court has heard. At Worcester Magistrates' Court today, Samuel Shevels admitted using threatening and abusive words or behaviour and assaulting a police officer in Tenbury
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Bed numbers to be boosted?
MORE hospital beds may be opened in Worcestershire this year to avoid a repeat of last week's bed crisis, the county's hospitals chief has said. John Rostill, chief executive of Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Trust, said he is looking into the cost of
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City charity shop burgled
A CHARITY shop in Worcester has been ransacked. Thieves stole more than £1,000 in cash along with computer hardware and various other items including a safe and donations from St Richard's Hospice shop in Mealcheapen Street. A further £1,600 worth of
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Former pupils honoured at awards ceremony
HIGH achievers at Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College in Worcester have been rewarded at a special presentation evening. Ex-pupils from the Timberdine Avenue school turned out for their prestigious annual awards evening. A range of prizes, certificates
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Politicians show paddle power to help our planet
POLITICIANS turned eco-warriors showed their paddle power as they joined forces against the currents of climate change. Home Secretary, Redditch MP Jacqui Smith and Mid-Worcestershire MP Peter Luff are among the rising number of politicians to sign paddles
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School delighted at top Ofsted report
A SMALL Worcestershire school is celebrating after picking up a top report from government inspectors. Wychbold First and Nursery School has been praised by Ofsted, who described it as "a good school where pupils of all abilities achieve well". The
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Schoolgirl approached by white van driver
AN 11-year-old girl was approached by the driver of a white van as she walked home from school. Police want to speak to the driver of the vehicle or anybody else who might have seen the incident which happened near the Talbot pub, Bromyard Road, Knightwick
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FAULKNER
FAULKNER David Happy 30th Birthday. Have a great day. Love all your girls, Michelle, Leah and Sophie. xxx Published in paper 08/01/2008
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FAULKNER
FAULKNER David Congratulations on your 30th Birthday. All our love, Mum and Dad, Darren, Claire and Family, Dean, Shell and Family and Grandparents xx Published in paper 08/01/2008
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PARDOE
PARDOE Joy Olwynnee Yarranton Of Broadheath, Tenbury Wells. Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on December 25th, 2007, aged 44 years. Loving wife of Lester, devoted and much loved mother of Tanita and Kurt, cherished sister and will be so sadly missed
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THOMAS
THOMAS George Aged 77 years, of Worcester, passed away in Worcestershire Royal Hospital on December 22nd, 2007. Funeral arrangements to follow. All enquiries to Philip Tomlins Ltd, Funeral Directors, Telephone: 01905 422666 Published in paper 08/01/2008
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WOOD
WOOD Joyce Cherished memories of a wonderful mom, nan and great nan, who left us one year ago today. You are always in our thoughts. Love Doreen, Roger and Family xxx Published in paper 08/01/2008
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JEYNES
JEYNES Paul Roger Fourteen years today. To us you were so precious, what more is there to say, Except to wish with all our hearts that you were here today. Always loved. Mum and Dad. xxx ---------- The hardest thing in life to bear, is to want our Paul
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SANDERS
SANDERS Terry Passed peacefully away on December 29th 2007. Dearly loved brother of Rose. God bless. Published in paper 08/01/2008
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WOOD NEE GREENHILL
WOOD NEE GREENHILL Margaret Passed away December 27th, 2007. Dear sister of Ruth, Pat, Sylvia, Betty, Pam and Keith. Will be sadly missed. Rest in peace. Published in paper 08/01/2008
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SHRIMPTON RNLI
SHRIMPTON Sybilnee Rowe Passed away with style and grace on January 2nd 2008. Beloved wife of the late Ray. Much loved mother, mother in law and gran. She will be truly missed. Service of Thanksgiving at Claines Church, Worcester on Thursday, January
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MILLER
MILLER Debbie Passed peacefully away at home with her Family on January 2nd, 2008, after a long illness bravely borne, aged 82 years. Much loved mother of Linda, John and Judy, a dear grandmother and mother in law. She will be sadly missed by all her
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SMITH
SMITH Trevor John Aged 51 years. Passed away in Worcestershire Royal Hospital on December 23rd, 2007.Funeral arrangements to follow. All enquires to Philip Tomlins Ltd, Funeral Directors Tel: 01905 422666 Published in paper 08/01/2008
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LONGDON NEE GILL
LONGDON NEE GILL Karen and Andy Are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Megan Lilia, sister to James and Harry on December 20th, 2007. Published in paper 08/01/2008
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BREWER
BREWER Jamie Happy 18th Birthday. Love Mum, Dad and Kaylie Published in paper 08/01/2008
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PREECE
PREECE Ben Mug Happy Birthday Love Kirst, Jack and Abbie xxx Published in paper 08/01/2008
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OAKES
OAKES Beat Always in our thoughts. A loving mum and nan. Love June and Family. Published in paper 08/01/2008
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Man seriously injured in collision
A TEENAGER has been seriously injured following a collision between a car and a van near Hereford. The driver of the car was trapped in his vehicle for nearly an hour and a half after the collision occurred on the A438 near to Staunton on Wye at around
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Five-try blitz for second string
WORCESTER Warriors ran in five tries to thrash Northampton Wanderers 37-5 in the Guinness A-League at Sixways. Aisea Havili and Uche Oduoza both crossed the whitewash twice and Jake Abbott once as Warriors closed the gap at the top of the Northern Conference
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I want to stay alive
SIR - As for new year resolutions (Lifestyle, December 27) my resolution is to try to still be alive on December 31, 2008. GEORGE COWLEY, Worcester
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Is upping the cost of driving a good idea?
SIR - It is good to see the Government is trying to come up with ways to cut the carnage on our roads by young drivers. Personally, I think stiffening and upping the cost of obtaining a licence will only encourage more to drive without the necessary
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It’s about time we had a new station
SIR - Isn't it about time that Worcester put serious thought about getting the Parkway station going at Norton?It's getting to be that that once you come to live in Worcester you get stuck here with no way out. I have mentioned this before - the train
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The Girl Guides were very helpful
SIR - Worcester Lions Club would like to thank Worcester residents for their continued support of the Christmas Santa Sleigh Appeal. The Lions and Santa, ably assisted by local Girl Guides, were out and about each evening from December 2 through to December
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We're learning to cope thanks to the Ark
THIS week your Worcester News is launching its £1 million Towards a Brighter Future appeal to buy the Noah's Ark Trust a new home. The trust provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Now with your help
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Global Wind Systems - Part 2
Years ago when sailing ships were exploring and trading with the rest of the world, winds and currents were very important. The winds near the Equator, blowing from the north-east in the Northern Hemisphere and the south-east in the Southern Hemisphere
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Students Wow in School Show
ELGAR Technology College pupils wowed audiences with their production of BeautyAnd The Beast. School spokeswoman Debbie Band said: "We were delighted with the success of the show. "It was held over three fun packed evening sell-out performances and
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Adam passes on key tips
A PROFESSIONAL footballer returned to his former school to help coach budding youngsters. Adam Connolly, who plays for Cheltenham Town, visited Worcester's Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College to help the Year 7 football squad and a Year 10 BTec
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Thanks for all the support, Pershore
SIR - A huge thank you to all the people who joined us on the protest march through Pershore on Saturday morning (January 5). I looked back at the top of Bridge Street and saw that we had over 60 people. We warmly welcomed the only Pershore councillor
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Free seed potatoes for primary schools
PRIMARY schools across Worcestershire are being encouraged to plant potatoes in March as part of the British Potato Council's (BPC) Grow Your Own project. Schools that register at www.potatoesforschools.org. uk before Friday, February 8, will receive
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SWANPOOL WI
President Catherine Paterson welcomed the WI advisor Doreen Jeeves to the annual general meeting held at Bromyard Road Methodist Church. The main items on the agenda were Catherine's retirement and the election of a new president and committee. In her
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PEOPLETON WI
THIRTY members and seven visitors came together in Peopleton village hall for the Christmas celebration meeting. Everyone was greeted with a warming glass of punch which was very welcome on a very cold evening. We were then entertained by the Peopleton
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KEMPSEY WI
THE November meeting took the place of the AGM when we had Janet Clemas to take us through the voting. I am pleased to say Pauline has again agreed to be our president. Our winterfest' was a great success - we had about 50 people attending and made
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MALVERN LINK TOWNSWOMEN'S GUILD
A FESTIVE scene greeted members when they arrived at the URC Hall on December 6 for the Christmas party. The committee had been busy with crackers, presents and beautiful table decorations to make the tables colourful and the room welcoming. After
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LITTLE WITLEY WI
The November 14 meeting, being the AGM, was busy especially as the produce show attracted everyone. President Vicky welcomed everyone, including Pauline Briggs, WI advisor, and Shelia Bishop and Liz Cornish, who were to judge the produce show entries
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CORBETT GROUP
THE Corbett Group Autumn Meeting was hosted by Hadzor and Oddingly WI. President Mary Gray welcomed everyone and introduced Diane Campbell, TV producer and speaker for the afternoon; Doreen Jeeves, WI adviser and acting group co-ordinator. The minutes
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INKBERROW WI
A VERY festive atmosphere prevailed at the December meeting, with seasonal flowers, mulled wine and mince pies as well as other refreshments. The guest speaker was Frank Townsend, father of a local resident, presenting Compliments Of The Season. He
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MARTLEY WI
Our December meeting was happy, not too riotous and no one was breathalysed on the way home. The white, black and gold theme brought out some interesting ideas and costumes. President Gwyn Darby welcomed a visitor Tina Jaray, Margaret Lloyd James was
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COMER WI
The committee once again excelled themselves in preparing St David's Institute for Comer's Christmas party. The aroma of mulled wine, mince pies and Christmas music set the scene for a couple of hours of laughter and chatter around decorative tables
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Agency gives wedding firm helping hand
PLANNING a wedding doesn't have to be stressful thanks to a new Worcestershire business. Marianne Harth, who was born and brought up in Broadway, near Evesham, is running a franchise of Every Detail in the region to help brides-to-be ensure their big
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From special measures to some terrific results
SPECIAL SCHOOLS AFTER much talk and speculation, Worcester's three special schools were closed in July as part of a controversial re-organisation plan. Thornton House, Rose Hill and Manor Park all closed their doors, and in September pupils started life
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Praise for the school where smiles matter
PARENTS of children at a village school have praised the education they receive. Cutnall Green CE First School's latest Ofsted inspection says: "Most parents are delighted that their children enjoy coming to this good school. "One parent spoke for many
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Mayor's Diary
Having had quite a whirlwind of functions up to and including Christmas Day, I’ve been glad of a lull in proceedings to recharge the batteries before getting back into my stride for January and beyond. However, with Christmas and the new year behind me
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Council tax is the city council’s responsibility
SIR - How pleasing it was to read the reply from Grahame Lucas in response to my letter about the extortionate increase in council tax over the past 10 years. The total increase over this period has been 117 per cent but Worcester city is not to blame
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COMMENT: Ex-councillor should feel ashamed
THE guilty verdicts handed down to former Malvern councillor Michael Angell on child porn charges show again how the internet is being used and abused by the perverted. The judge in Angell's case told him yesterday that the guilty verdicts were "inevitable
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Harriers confident at struggling Alty
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers manager Mark Yates believes his team's seven-game unbeaten run shows they mean business in the Blue Square Premier. The Aggborough outfit drew 2-2 at fellow form side York City on Saturday despite leading 2-0 through Michael McGrath
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Hospital's temporary A&E unit looks set to stay
PATIENTS at Worcestershire Royal Hospital's A&E department will continue to be treated in a temporary building under plans strongly criticised by a patients' group. A single-storey portable building has been in place beside the Worcester hospital's main
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Hospitals can't cope in an emergency - MP
WORCESTERSHIRE'S hospitals do not have enough beds to cope in a medical emergency, an MP and health expert claims. Dr Richard Taylor, MP for Wyre Forest who was elected after campaigning against the downgrading of Kidderminster Hospital, spoke out yesterday
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Long-serving Adam is a rarity in game
LOYALTY is not always a word that can be applied to the world of football. How many times have we seen players turn their backs on contracts or rock up at another club before their name has even been printed on the replica shirt? Sol Campbell and Dietmar
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Closure threat for scheme that helps special needs children
A SCHEME which has been helping children with special needs for 16 years in Worcestershire faces sudden closure after its main source of funding was pulled. The Worcestershire Pre-School Learning Alliance's VIP Scheme, which started in 1991, offers guidance
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