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Crocodiles’ run goes on
WORCESTER Crocodiles continued their unbeaten Midlands Winter League record with an 11-11 draw at Stafford Apex. In their first match since the Christmas break, Crocodiles faced a stiff test with a smaller team than usual. They were frustrated with
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Cockle displays football muscles
A DEAF football team from Worcester has won a national tournament. They defeated Everton 1-0 in the final of the seventh annual Rudolph five-a-side competition in Derbyshire after beating the hosts Derby, Doncaster, Leeds, Fulham and St John's (London
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Bike stolen from garden shed
A specialised cycle has been stolen from a garden shed in Stourport. The man's Rock Rider, worth £165, was stolen from the insecure shed in Areley Common between 7pm on Friday, January 4, and 7am on Saturday, January 5. The bike is a slate grey colour
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Horstmann in for French cup battle
KAI Horstmann has shaken off an ankle injury and returns to the pack at number eight for Worcester Warriors' European Challenge Cup clash with Montauban tomorrow (5.30pm). He replaces Drew Hickey, who moves to the bench. All Black second row Greg Rawlinson
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Young get the singing habit
YOUNG people from Worcester donned monks' habits and hard hats to promote a special singing event later this month. Come and Sing on Saturday, January 19, will commemorate the 1,000th anniversary of the birth of St Wulfstan, who was responsible for the
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Was the charity shop raider caught on film?
THIS grainy CCTV image shows a man loitering close to a Worcester charity shop around the time that it was raided. Police have issued the pictures in the hope of identifying the man. They wabtto question him in connection with the break-in at St
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County’s hospitals stay vigilant as winter vomit bug eases
PRESSURE on hospital beds in Worcestershire has eased but health chiefs remain "vigilant" after a vomiting bug swept across the nation. The number of patients seeking treatment in A&E departments or admission via medical assessment units has lessened
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100 jobs to go at Norton manufacturing plant
ONE HUNDRED workers are to lose their jobs over the course of the year after a firm announced it was scaling down its Norton plant. Morganite Crucible, part of the Morgan Crucible Company, has revealed it will transfer some manufacturing to other parts
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Former county star thanks you for helping him to stay in the UK
A FORMER Worcestershire County cricket star threatened with deportation has thanked the people of Worcester for their support in helping him get permission to stay in the UK for another three years. Hartley Alleyne said he was delighted the Home Office
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Women’s skittles league results
THE latest results from the Worcester and District Women's Skittles League. Division One: Nomads 391 (9) (S Woodward 42 (15), T Franklin 38 (11)), Crown Jewels 372 (1) (R Williams 36, S Shaw, V Fowles, B Fowles 34); Archers 286 (2) (W Hudspith 31), Poppies
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Body found in pond identified
THE identity of a body found in a pond in a Herefordshire village this morning has been revealed. Roland Williams had been missing since Tuesday and police officers discovered the 81-year-old man's body about 10.30am today. The body of Mr Williams was
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Jones is first test for Terry
TERRY Jenkins has been drawn against Brian Jones in the first round of the Blue Square UK Open north-east regional final. Ledbury thrower Jenkins will be looking to make a big impression at the tournament, which gets under way at the Gateshead Stadium
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Narraway included in Saxons squad
WORCESTER'S Luke Narraway has been called up to the England Saxons squad to face Ireland A' and Italy A' next month. The Gloucester back-rower had been tipped for a place in Brian Ashton's senior squad for the RSB Six Nations, however, the former King's
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Warriors matches switched
THE date for Worcester Warriors' Guinness Premeirship relegation showdown with bottom-of-the-table Leeds Carnegie has been switched so the game can be shown live on Sky Sports. The game was originally scheduled to take place on Friday, March 14, but
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Ex-Ledbury boss Ford takes over at Pershore
IAN Ford has been appointed the new manager of Pershore Town. The new man at King George's Playing Fields will be assisted by Kevin Barry, while Gary Aldington, who stood in after the departure of Neil Hunt, will continue to have an input in first team
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Jobs axed at heating firm
JOBS are set to be axed at an established Droitwich firm as production is moved abroad. As many as 35 jobs will be lost at Nu-way, in Vines Lane, when the firm's manufacturing department is cut. The company, which makes oil, gas and renewable burners
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Worcester keep up with top-four place
WORCESTER Men's Firsts kept pace with the BodyKraft Midlands Premier Division top four after a 5-3 win in a rearranged match at Nottingham. The visitors found themselves two goals down despite dominating but Jon Sprague and Chris Adams ensured they were
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Praise follows criticism from the inspectors
A WORCESTER pre-school has been given notice to improve by Government inspectors. St Peter's Pre-School at St Peter's Village Hall in St Peter's Drive, was criticised by Ofsted following its latest inspection. The inspectors said: "Children's welfare
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Team start 2008 where they left off
STOURPORT Women's Firsts continued their unbeaten run into 2008 with a 5-1 win at higher-ranked Burton. The Wyre Forest team, who host Redditch on Saturday, impressed against a team who play a division higher, despite a four-week break. With six regulars
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County weekend football fixtures
SATURDAY WORCESTER & DISTRICT LEAGUE FC Tything v Grosvenor Sports (L Croy); Hanley Swan v Hallow WMC (D Starkey); Upton Town v Martley Spurs (M Bullock); Worcester YMCA v Pershore Manor (R Storr). KIDDERMINSTER LEAGUE Premier Division: Kinver
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Fun on school's new netball court
KEEN young netball players have been getting plenty of practice thanks to new facilities at a Worcester school. A £5,000 grant from the National Lottery paid for resurfacing of the court at St Clements Primary School in Henwick Road, St John's, plus
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Do county MPs deserve a pay rise of £6,000?
DO you think our MPs have earned themselves a pay rise? A leaked report suggests members of all parties could be in line for a £6,000 pay boost over the next three years - a near-10 per cent increase, which has led to national headlines about "greedy
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Hockey fixture list
BODYKRAFT MIDLANDS MEN'S LEAGUE Midlands Premier Division: Lichfield v Worcester (2pm). West Midlands Premier Division: Kidderminster v Wolverhampton. Division One: Bromsgrove v Rugeley; Droitwich v Evesham; Ludlow v Pershore. Division Two: Chaddesley
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Weather too much for rivals
WESTFIELDS' Midland Alliance match at Studley was abandoned in the 53rd minute due to high winds, torrential rain and hail. The referee considered re-starting the game later to be dangerous. The teams were locked at 0-0 at the time. The game will be
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THOMPSON
THOMPSON Lisa and Sam Gods precious gift of a son, Max William, on January 7th 2008, at 4.18 a.m. weighing 7lbs 8ozs.Congratulations and thank you for my first grandchild. Many thanks to all the Staff at Alexandra Hospital, Redditch. Love as always. Mum
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CLULOW
CLULOW Stephanie and Lee January 5th, 2008 Congratulations on the birth of your twins Ruby and Scott,Love to you all Mum, Phil and all Family. Published in paper 09/01/2008
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FISHER
FISHER Stella Passed away suddenly at home on January 4th 2008, aged 73 years. Beloved wife of Roy, much loved mum of Colin , Andrew, Alan, Shirley, Martin and Denise. Dearly loved sister of Doris, Jean and the late Keith and a muchloved nan. She will
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PHILLIPS
PHILLIPS Mary Elizabeth Passed away in peace on January 4th, 2008 at Beechwood House for the Elderly, Ryall. Beloved mother of the late Brian. Sadly missed by Shirley, Hazel and Kelly. The Funeral service will take place at Worcester Crematorium on Monday
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STANLEY
STANLEY Yvonne Passed away peacefully in Gloucestershire Royal Hospital on January 2nd, 2008, aged 69 years. A dearly loved wife of Mike, a loving mum of David and Julian, mother in law of Claire and a special nan of Amy, Jessica, Lucy and Ryan. Funeral
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MALCOLM
MALCOLM Doug Peacefully on Monday, December 31st, 2007,aged 83 years. Beloved husband, father and grand pa. He will be very sadly missed by all who loved and knew him. Funeral Service to take place on Friday, January 11th, 2008, at St. Johns Church, at
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RICHARDSON
RICHARDSON Joan Of Peopleton. On January 6th 2008, peacefully in hospital, aged 77 years. Beloved wife of the late Alan. Dearly loved mother to David and Neal and a loving nan. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Friday, January 11th at 10 a.m
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ADDISON
ADDISON Gwen nee Cooper Died December 31st,2007. Funeral at Worcester Crematorium on Friday, January, 11th at 10.30 a.m. Published in paper 09/01/2008
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SCOTT
SCOTT Marguerite Madge nee Hemming Aged 88 of Cherwell Close. Formerly of Croome and Norton. Peacefully in hospital on December 31st, 2007. Beloved wife of the late Len, mother of Mary and Anne, mother in law to Eric and Michael and much loved by her
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DAVIES UWE
DAVIES Phyllis Passed away peacefully on January 3rd 2008, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late John Davies loving mother of Gloria and Jacqui, a dearly loved grandmother and great grandmother. Also a special friend to Kath, Pauline, and Frank, and
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SILVESTER
SILVESTER Joan Passed away suddenly on January 2nd, 2008 at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, aged 84 years. Beloved wife of Ken. Dearly loved sister to Vernon, Phyllis and the late Iris. A very dear auntie, great auntie and great, great auntie. A friend
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FOX
FOX Doris Of Rainbow Hill. Passed away peacefully on December 27th 2007, aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Reginald Fox. Much loved mother of Roger and Pat, mother in law of John and dear grandma of Louise and Sarah. Funeral service at St Barnabas
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PARRFITT
PARRFITT Jean Formerly of Liden, Swindon. At home surrounded by her Family on January 6th, 2008, aged 72 years. Treasured wife of Charles, adored mother to Trudi and nanna to Thomas, Ben, Oliver and Poppy. A special friend to Caroline. The funeral service
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GREGSON
GREGSON MichaelMick Of GT Motors, Pershore. On January 7th 2008, peacefully in hospital, aged61 years. Much loved husband of Jayne, twin to John, brother of Debbie, son in law to Ma and master to his four leggedfriend TT. He will be greatly missed by
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CLULOW
CLULOW Stephanie and Lee Would like to announce the safe arrival of their twins Ruby and Scott on January 5th 2008. Published in paper 09/01/2008
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SKATES
SKATES Steven Happy Birthday Love and best wishes, Mum, Dad, Philand Elliott xxxx Published in paper 09/01/2008
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RUSSELL
RUSSELL Ruby In loving memory of a dear mum, nan, and grand nanWho passed away three years ago today,Always in our thoughtsGod bless From all the Family xxxx Published in paper 09/01/2008
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ROWSELL
ROWSELL Thomas James Passed away one year ago today. Loved and remembered always. From all the Family. xxx Published in paper 09/01/2008
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Deputy leader ready for chamber comeback
THE deputy leader of Worcester City Council says he hopes to return to the council chamber soon, after making a steady recovery from a heart attack. Currently recuperating at his Worcester home, Councillor Barry Mackenzie Williams told your Worcester
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Teenage couple robbed on riverside
A TEENAGE couple were robbed as they sat by the riverside in Worcester. The male vicitm was grabbed by a youth from behind and demanded he hand over his wallet. He was then punched. The youths, both around 17-years-old, then made off from the fountains
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Dad’s care was the best until the end
SIR - Care homes for the elderly have come in for lots of criticism over the years so we'd like to redress the balance and give credit where credit is due. Dad (Reg Briggs) has been in Red Hill Court Care Home, London Road, for the past 14 months since
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Full praise to the BBC’s engineers
SIR - I visited the cathedral prior to the BBC shows on television at Christmas to view how the BBC engineers performed with their labour and expertise. What a marvellous achievement with their lighting and cameras everywhere, showing off the cathedral
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Two cars collide near Worcester
TWO cars collided on a busy road near Worcester this morning. Police were called to the scene along the A443 Worcester Road at Little Witley at about 8.34am. One lane was blocked at the junction near the telephone box. The blue Ford Focus Ghia estate
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Please look at our public transport
SIR - What a way to run a railway! My wife wanted to visit her sister in Malvern. She went to Foregate Street and the booking office was closed. There was an automatic machine, but this was out of order. There was also a machine for a travel permit
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How charity helped Lily cope with losing her dad
Worcester-based Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help to bereaved children, is currently trying to raise £1m to buy a house or property so it can expand its services and have a permanent base. In the latest of our series Claire Fry speaks to a mother
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Tony will help you blog your business
WORCESTERSHIRE'S specialist internet services provider Netsecrets has launched a unique corporate blogging service for the Midlands business community in a bid to help companies increase their presence on the web. The Stockwood-based company has developed
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Look for free range in the supermarket
SIR - A recent supermarket survey recognised the positive decisions made by supermarkets to improve the welfare of animals. Marks and Spencer won compassionate supermarket of the year 2007, with Waitrose in second place, followed by Co-op, Sainsbury's
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We’re delighted at our school’s 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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Congratulations, you’ve done well at our school
HIGH achievers at Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College in Worcester were rewarded at a special presentation evening. Ex-pupils from the Timberdine Avenue school turned out for their annual awards evening. A range of prizes, certificates and subject
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Narraway may win call-up for England
WORCESTER'S Luke Narraway could benefit from the international retirement of Martin Corry as England rugby coach Brian Ashton names his RBS Six Nations training squad today. Former skipper and number eight, Corry yesterday an-nounced his intention to
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Got the winter blues? There is an alternative
LONG dark winters seem to bring with them one health complaint after another, from the common cold to horrendous hangovers to the post-Christmas blues. As the festive decorations are taken down, people go back to work, break their new year's resolutions
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Dean's Diary
The BBC has been in Worcester Cathedral, televising the services on Christmas Eve and Christmas morning. Their professionalism, patience and good humour made them a delight to work with, and the massive BBC vans parked for days outside the cathedral were
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£21k to save my life
A WOMAN given just months to live by doctors survived "terminal" cancer after spending £21,000 on a drug not available on the NHS. Barbara Moss and husband Mark were shattered when they were told she had between three and five months to live by a doctor
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Coffee shop idea will bring Guildhall down
SIR - There is a lot of controversy being reported as a result of attempts to find alternative uses for the Guildhall. Members of the public may well be confused as to why this is so, especially as they no doubt always assumed that the Guildhall was
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COMMENT: What price can you put on a life?
WHAT price can you put on a life? In the case of Worcester woman Barbara Moss the answer is £21,000. That's how much Mrs Moss spent on a cancer drug denied to her by the NHS on the grounds that it was not a cost-effective treatment. That may be the
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Incorrect letter tells councillor he owes £195
A CITY councillor was shocked when he opened a letter from HM Revenue and Customs which said he had not paid enough National Insurance, despite working full-time for the year. Alex Kear, councillor for Claines, received the letter which said he needed
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High Street is still cracking up – now councillor demands a solution
EXPERTS have been called in to investigate after yet more gaping cracks and holes appeared in Worcester's £1.3m High Street revamp. Opposition councillor John Buckley, the chairman of Worcestershire County Council's scrutiny committee, will write to
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Hospital may buy beds to avoid future crisis
MORE hospital beds may be brought in this year in Worcestershire 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
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Thieves leave charity shop counting the cost
RAIDERS have ransacked a Worcester charity shop which helps support people with life-threatening illnesses. Among the items stolen - the value of which could run to thousands of pounds - were a charity collection box, computer hardware, jewellery and
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Fears that youth centre will remain closed for good
A YOUTH centre has been closed for three months, but a councillor fears it could shut permanently after being left to fall into a state of disrepair. Warndon county councillor John Buckley says Warndon Youth Centre in Chedworth Drive, Warndon, Worcester
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