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Pensioner could be banned from roads
A PENSIONER accused of careless driving could have his licence revoked. Michael Prescott, of Cherwell Close, Tolladine, Worcester, appeared at Worcester Magistrates Court accompanied by two carers. The 75-year-old is alleged to have committed the
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Apathy rules health survey
A SURVEY in to ways to improve the health service in Worcestershire has received a disappointing response from patients. Worcestershire Primary Care Trust received just 27 letters and emails for the Developing a Strategy for Health, but health chiefs
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Worcester News weather watch
Keep up to date with the latest flood warnings, weather and travel news with your Worcester News. Click here for the Environment Agency's latest flood warnings for the Midlands. Click here for the latest weather forecast. Click here for the latest
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Youngsters learn about choice
YOUNG people learned about sex, drugs, pregnancy and relationships during a course designed to help them make the right choices. Youngsters from Worcester, Evesham, Droitwich, Worcester and Kidderminster attended an awareness day at Malvern Youth Centre
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Project's joy at cash windfall
A COMMUNITY project for children based in Malvern has been awarded more than £7,000 so it can hold health awareness days. The Tim Greenwood Project, or TG's as it is also known, has been given £7,450 from the Lottery's Awards for All programme. The
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Worcester flood barriers come down
FLOOD barriers in Worcester were taken down today but the barriers in Upton-upon-Severn will remain up over the weekend. The barriers in Hylton Road, Worcester, were erected on Friday, January 11, and today the Environment Agency closed the road between
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Future remains uncertain for Guildhall
WORCESTER'S Tory council has reiterated its desire to keep all options open regarding the future of the city's historic Guildhall. Despite demands from both the city's watchdog scrutiny committee and a cross-party working group that certain options for
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Palmer keen to make mark in Bulls’ first team
MARCUS Palmer is desperate to break into the Hereford United first team after extending his contract to the end of the season earlier this month. The 20-year-old Gloucester-based striker's deal at Edgar Street comes to an end in June and, with only six
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Royalty comes to Droitwich
HUNDREDS of people young and old turned out to welcome the Earl of Wessex to Droitwich. More than 100 youngsters and their parents lined the path as he arrived at Droitwich Rugby Club to see for himself the youth work carried out at the club. The
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Rail company comes last for customer satisfaction
RAIL firm First Great Western, which runs services linking Worcestershire and Herefordshire to London, has come bottom of a train passenger satisfaction league table. A study by independent rail watchdog Passenger Focus showed that the network had a
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Tigers growl in tight clash
OLDBURY Park Tigers Whites Under 10s reached the Talbot Page-Jones Memorial Shield semi-finals with a 1-0 win over Newtown Sports Colts. The Mercian Festival Junior League's two top teams gave 100 per cent from the off but Tigers closed down Colts quickly
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Neighbourhood Watch can make a difference
THE Secretary of State for Justice has been learning how a Worcester community is tackling anti-social behaviour. The Rt Hon Jack Straw MP paid a visit to Monarch Drive in St John's yesterday to speak to the Neighbourhood Watch co-ordinator and local
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Harriers let Richards go out on loan
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers striker Justin Richards has left Aggborough to join Blue Square Premier rivals Oxford United on loan. Richards, a summer signing for Harriers boss Mark Yates, goes in the opposite direction to Oxford left-back Alex Jeannin who
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Coach firm gives support to charity
A COACH firm based near Worcester has stepped in to help a charity for children with special needs, as part of its 70th anniversary celebrations. Dudley's Coaches, based in Radford, near Inkberrow, has decided to support the Worcestershire Pre-school
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Wildcats make last four with fine show
ABBIE Wallis and Abbey Weston bagged goals as Droitwich Spa Wildcats Girls Under 10s booked their place in the Mercian League Cup semi-finals. Wildcats defeated Pershore Town 2-0 with Wallis bursting through after only two minutes to beat the advancing
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Jeannin signs on loan at Harriers
OXFORD United left-back Alex Jeannin has signed on loan at Kidderminster Harriers until the end of the season. The 30 year-old arrived at Aggborough in time to go straight into the squad for tomorrow's Blue Square Premier match at Droylsden (3pm). The
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Elderly woman tricked at her home
A bogus caller stole more than £600 in cash after tricking an elderly woman at her home. The crime has prompted South Worcestershire Police to appeal to friends, relatives and neighbours of elderly and vulnerable people to remind them not to let strangers
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Police warn people not to give out bank details
PEOPLE are being reminded not to give out their bank details after a woman received a bogus call from someone claiming to be the RSPCA, asking her to set up a direct debit. The woman, from Stourport, refused to make the payments because she already donates
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We’ve really had to fight for our lives says Ben, who set up an island tribe
ANYONE watching television this week may have seen Ben Keene, the 28-year-old Malvern man who shot to fame by establishing his own tribe on Vorovoro, a remote island in Fiji. In April 2006, Ben and his friend and co-founder Mark James took the bold step
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Whiteman given call
DROITWICH High School year nine student Lauren Whiteman has been selected for the first time by the English Football Association. The teenager has been asked to be part of the squad for the forthcoming under 15 girls' development camp at Lilleshall National
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Council's blueprint for future
ECONOMIC prosperity, sustainable growth, young people and managing waste are likely to be top of the agenda for Malvern Hills District Council over the next three years. The council is setting out its priorities for the coming years and these will be
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Nemesis on chase
NEMESIS remain hot on the St Martin's tail at the top of Worcester Table Tennis League Division Three. Nemesis recorded a 7-3 victory away at YMCA Rookies with Don James, Ray Davies and Bill Smith all winning two games each. Rookies' John Cawthra and
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Step out for charity
HUNDREDS of walkers of all ages are being asked to dig out their walking boots and join the annual Malvern Hills Walk for a Worcester charity. The walk, in aid of the St Richard's Hospice, will be held on Saturday, May 17. Last year more than 600 people
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Which of these young stars has the W-factor?
FORGET the X Factor - the W-Factor was what was on the lips of contestants during a talent show in Droitwich. Young ballet dancers went head-to-head with aspiring pop stars during the first audition of the competition at Norbury Theatre in Friar Street
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Evesham recovering from summer floods
EVESHAM Cricket Club, in support of Evesham Sports Club and teaming up with the rugby and bowling sections, is fighting back after the disastrous floods of July last year. The cricket ground was flooded to a depth of 10 feet with dirty, turbulent flood
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Sanderson back to lead Warriors against Bristol
INFLUENTIAL skipper Pat Sanderson returns to the starting line-up as Worcester Warriors hunt a first Guinness Premiership win of the season against Bristol Rugby at Sixways Stadium on Saturday (3pm). Sanderson was rested for the recent European Challenge
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How many birds can you spot near your school?
SCHOOLCHILDREN across Worcestershire are digging out their binoculars to take part in a special birdwatching event. Pupils will be setting up bird feeders, turning classrooms into bird hides and getting into position for the RSPB'S Big School's Birdwatch
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ROBINSON WOOD
ROBINSON WOOD Hollie and Mark Congratulations on the birth of Lacey Anne on 23rd January 2008, 6lb 15oz. Lots of love Mam and Dad xxx ----------- Well done sis, a lovely cousin for Grant. Love Laura and Tom xxx ---------- Our first Great Granddaughter
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TURNER
TURNER Emma - Jane and Paul Would like to announce the safe arrival of their long awaited beautiful daughter Ruby-Jane. Born 6th January 2008, 7lb 10 oz at 16.13 p.m. ---------- Welcome to our World Ruby-Jane. God's precious gift our granddaughter. Congratulations
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HALL JADENE
HALL. JADENE. Happy 16th birthday. Love Mum, Dad and Mel. xx Published in paper 25/01/2008
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SHERWOOD
SHERWOOD Russell Andrew Suddenly on January 17th, 2008. Beloved youngest son of Brenda and the late Frank, dearest brother of Hazel, Bryan and Cathy and Family in Austrailia. All enquiries to E. Hill & Son. Tel: 01386 552141 Published in paper 25
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STOKES
STOKES Nicolas Robin Of Besford Court, Pershore, Worcestershire.Peacefully on January 20th, 2008 aged 68 years. Beloved Husband of Irene Patricia devoted Father of Ben, grandfather to Holly and Jasmine and a dear brother of Christopher, Timothy and Jonathan
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TETSELL
TETSELL Winifred Mary Win Formerly of Vigornia Avenue, Worcester. Peacefully on January 19th, 2008, aged 84 years. Much loved mother of Mary, Jean and David. She will be sadly missed by all her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Funeral service at
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ELT
ELT Sala May 7th, 1921 - January 18th, 2008 Beloved widow of Len. Much loved mother of Sally, Carolyn, Chris and grandmother to Deb. Funeral service at St John's in Bedwardine Church on Monday, February 4th, 2008 at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at
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DARLING
DARLING Mary One year today. I go to bed at the end of the day, I lie there thinking of you, I think of all the things I miss.The things we used to do, Like family days out, And a Sunday roast.Having the grandchildren with you was what you loved most.But
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DARLING
DARLING Mary One year today A rose once grew for all to see, Sheltered by a garden wall.And as the time passed swiftly by, She spread her beauty straight and tall.One day a beam of light shone through a crevice that had opened wide.My rose bent gently
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DARLING
DARLING Mary One year has passed and the pain is no easier. Miss you and love you always mum. Antony and Becky. Published in paper 25/01/2008
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ALLINGTON
ALLINGTON Gilbert Fond memories of a dear dad and grandad, who died thirty four years today. Remembered always by all of the Family. Published in paper 25/01/2008
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DARLING
DARLING Mary One year today. We hear you Mary, above us,the patter of your feet,the sound of a door is opened and hear your voice softand sweet. We whisper "Mary we love you", we know that you can hear, but you left us with so many broken hearts
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CRAMPTON
CRAMPTON Stanley Of Fernhill Heath. Peacefully in hospital on January 21st, 2008, aged 96 years. Loving brother of Ada. Will be sadly missed by nephew Derek, Veronica and grand niece Sarah. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Monday, February
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HOPKINS
HOPKINS William George Passed away on January 18th, 2008. Will be sorely missed by his wife, children and grandchildren. Funeral at Worcester Crematorium on Friday, February 1st, at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for St. Richard's
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HALL
HALL Marie nee Jeffery formerly Bevan Widow of the late Leonard Bevan, mother to David and June, mother in law to Audrey and Richard. Loved grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on 19th January 2008, aged 92 at Wexham Park Hospital
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HENDERSON
HENDERSON Hector Passed away peacefully on January 20th, 2008, aged 62. Dearly loved husband of Elaine. loving father and grandfather. Will be deeply missed by all his Family and Friends. The funeral service is to take place at Cheltenham Crematorium
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JONES ROBOTHAM
JONES ROBOTHAM Congratulations Stuart and Shenagh on the birth of your daughter "Demie". All our love Dad, Ann, Ryan and Chris xxx Published in paper 25/01/2008
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REDFERN WEBB
REDFERN WEBB George Happy first birthday Georgie. Love Grandma, Penny and Pip. Jenni, Terry and Ellesse. Published in paper 25/01/2008
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DARLING
DARLING Mary Mum One year on. Still can't believe you're gone. We want so much to wake up from this nightmare. We miss you everyday. You are always in our heads and always in our hearts. Love you forever! Dave and Alison x Published in paper 25/01/2008
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KELLY
KELLY Dorothy Died January 25th, 1999. Remembered always with our love. Maureen and Philip. Published in paper 25/01/2008
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See dresses from the past for free at new-look museum
A MUSEUM in Worcestershire is marking its re-opening after a £50,000 refurbishment with a free open day. The County Museum in Hartlebury has been closed throughout January but is scheduled to open on Friday, February 1. Nineteenth and 20th century costumes
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Crash caused rush-hour delays
A COLLISION between a car and moped caused rush-hour delays on a Worcester road. Police were called to the scene of the crash at about 7.45am today on the A449 near the Blackpole turn, between Claines and the M5 junction 6. The rider of the black and
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Prison van stops to help injured woman
A PRISON van driver is believed to have stopped to help an elderly woman after she was in collision with a blue Ford Mondeo. The Reliance van came across the incident on the Droitwich Road in Fernhill Heath, between Worcester and Droitwich at 4.22pm
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Danks out for season but young prospect signs on
WORCESTER City striker Mark Danks is set to miss the rest of the season with cruciate knee ligament damage. Last season's top-scorer has been playing through the pain barrier in recent weeks and a scan has revealed Danks will be out for up to six months
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Woman injured as car overturns
EMERGENCY services were called to a road traffic accident outside Worcester this morning. Firefighters, police and paramedics were called to the scene of a crash on the A443 Worcester road at Holt Heath, outside Cherry Tree Barn, at about 10am. The
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Husband from hell
THE former wife of a man jailed for sending her "sickening" threats has spoken out about her life of fear. William McDermott was sentenced to four months in prison after sending Sarah MacLeod a string of abusive text messages and e-mails. Worcester
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headlines 25 January 2008
Today's headlines have been read by Julian Plant from Elgar Techology College.
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Bulmers brewer take-over
A FIRM which owns Hereford-based cider brand Bulmers has agreed a £7.8 billion takeover offer from rivals Heineken and Carlsberg. Foster's brewer Scottish & Newcastle, which has been pursued by its European suitors since October, plans to carve up its
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Man was held by arms and kicked in the head
A MAN was subjected to a barrage of kicks in the head as his attackers held his arms to get a better aim in a Worcester street. Marcus White ended up in hospital but refused to make a complaint when police went to interview him at his bedside. But passers-by
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Gospel choir will be swinging to the true spirit of South Africa
A GRAMMY award-winning African choir - due to support the Red Hot Chili Peppers later this year - is to perform in Malvern. The Soweto Gospel Choir, winner of the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Traditional World Music Album, will be at the Malvern Theatres
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Gordon’s making a return to the Hall
INNOVATIVE acoustic guitarist Gordon Giltrap is returning to Worcester's Huntingdon Hall for the second time in a month. Considered to be one of the most creative guitarists performing in the UK today, Giltrap has developed his own unique style, much
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Footballers flying out to compete in Malaysia
A UNIVERSITY of Worcester Sports student and a Worcester City footballer will be representing England at international level, at the World 5's Futsal Tournament in Malaysia next week. Sports student, Shane Gill and City midfielder Nick Colley have been
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Tributes all round to the Fab Four
FANS of the Fab Four are in luck. In March, there is a double dose of Beatlemania starting with Sgt Pepper's Only Dartboard Band performing at the Huntingdon Hall in Worcester, swiftly followed by the Bootleg Beatles at Malvern Theatres. The former,
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Cod with puy lentils
WHAT DO I NEED? Serves four 250g/8oz dried puy lentils 1 onion 1 bay leaf For the salsa verdi: 1 large clove garlic, chopped 1/4 tsp salt 1tbsp Dijon mustard 2tbsp chopped capers 25g/1oz chopped flat-leaf parsley 4 tbsp lemon juice tsp
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Dance music is full of poetic ramblings
POETIC folk rock flows from Wes Dance. The Worcester singer-songwriter has been quite rightly described by local critic Toxic Pete as a wordsmith who turns "his poetic rambling into beautifully rounded songs". No doubt Dance's English degree from the
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WIN tickets to see Hello Dolly!
THE biggest show-stopping musical of all time is on its way to Malvern. But before Hello Dolly! arrives in Worcestershire in April, the spectacular show opens at the Birmingham Hippodrome and your Evening News is giving away tickets to opening night
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Pasta E Fagioli
IT could be a winning recipe for mums-to-be - lashings of fruit, vegetables, fish and olive oil - and after nine months cooking time' you could serve up a healthy, allergy-free baby. A new six-year study shows that pregnant women who eat that classic
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The Anchor Inn, Drake Street, Welland
DESPITE being well away from river and stream, the restaurant at the Anchor Inn was put out of business until Christmas when partially blocked culverts failed to cope with last July's torrential downpour and 18 inches of water flooded the ground floor
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Defiant Hereford teen's embassy protest
A 14-year-old Hereford girl has said she does not care if she gets a criminal record after staging a protest against whaling at the Japanese Embassy. Sophie Wyness and her father Martin were arrested on Thursday after tying themselves to railings inside
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Automative industry in search of its top talent
THE search for the best car manufacturing talent in Worcestershire has got under way with the launch of what organisers are calling this year's automative Oscars.' Now seen as the largest event of its kind in the industry, the Birmingham Chamber of Commerce-backed
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Bra idea is a flop
SIR - Worcester women are asked to donate their bras to a charity to supply air ambulance helicopters, (January 9). I reckon the outcome with be one big flop. GEORGE COWLEY, Worcester.
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School comes top of the class in inspection
A MALVERN school has been described as among the highest achieving schools in the country' in its latest Ofsted report. Somers Park Primary School has been judged outstanding' by the education watchdog. The Ofsted inspectors said: "The school provides
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Children can join the fun of the Mad Hatter’s tea party
CHILDREN are being invited to a Mad Hatter's Tea Party at Malvern Theatres. On Saturday, February 2, the theatre will host a party to celebrate the first children's theatre show of 2008. It will coincide with a visit from shadow theatre specialists Indigo
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Northern Rock plan is unprecedented
SIR - I notice the latest plan is for the taxpayer to support Northern Rock to the tune of £25 billion which is unprecedented and significantly more than the £5 billion allegedly needed to prop up Rover. Not that I agree with government intervention,
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Chris joins Matt in aiming to be a West End star
TWO popular figures from the Worcestershire amateur dramatics scene are making their mark on the London theatre world. Matt Sudworth and Chris Love, both aged 23, and former members of the Worcester Operatic and Dramatic Society's Youth Section (WODYS
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Mike’s ‘discoveries’ are simply not new
SIR - Mike Foster appears to believe that he has suddenly discovered new complexities in the debate about the fairness of funding for local schools that none of us had ever thought of before. In fact, they're not new at all - and trying to shift the
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Drivers need to have more respect
SIR - Recently, I was appalled at the total lack of consideration of drivers at junctions and roundabouts on our Worcester roads when a funeral procession is driving by. At the island on Astwood Road into Tintern Avenue, the entrance to Astwood Cemetery
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Harriers must be Blood-thirsty: Yates
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers boss Mark Yates is urging his players to sharpen up their game as they head to Droylsden tomorrow. The Aggborough chief has been disappointed with the goals his side have conceded in recent games and he has not been impressed with
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How our children earn £700 million every year
BRITAIN'S children are raking in almost £700 million a year for chores and errands - and most of the money is coming from their parents, a new survey has revealed. Abbey Banking discovered 27 per cent of youngsters aged between 11 and 18 regularly receive
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Good news about traditional bulbs
SIR - Thanks to UKIP parliamentarian Lord Stoddart, who has been fighting the corner for all those who are worried about the phasing out of the old traditional light bulbs and their replacement by the toxic CFL bulbs with their possible health risks,
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FRIDAY FEELING
Iwent to the pantomime this week. (Oh yes I did.) I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was Kays Theatre Group at the Swan. I’m sure I told you I went last year, but I was invited again – not sure why. Goldilocks and the Three Bears was the alleged
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Will council feed our elderly for two days?
SIR - I write with reference to the original cuts in the subsidies towards the provision of freshly prepared cooked lunches for vulnerable older people, including those in sheltered housing, recommended by Worcestershire County Council's social services
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School comes top of the class in inspection
A MALVERN school has been described as "among the highest achieving schools in the country" in its latest Ofsted report. Somers Park Primary School has been judged outstanding' by the education watchdog. The Ofsted inspectors said: "The school provides
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Mixed transfer messages from Lane
MIXED messages were coming out of St George's Lane last night as skipper Chris Smith's future at Worcester City remained in doubt. With AFC Telford United's offer to make the 26-year-old central defender their club record signing fast approaching today's
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COMMENT: Peter Hain is right to have gone
ELEVEN days ago in this column we suggested Cabinet minister Peter Hain would be respected if he resigned in the wake of revelations that he failed to disclose donations of more than £100,000. Yesterday he quit as Work and Pensions Secretary and Welsh
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Anxious wait to see if the flooding is finally over
RESIDENTS and traders across Worcestershire will find out today if the worst of the flooding is over. An Environment Agency spokeswoman said the flood barriers in Hylton Road, Worcester, were likely to come down at lunchtime depending on river levels
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Malvern add to their back division
MALVERN director of rugby David Robins has signed Tim Strether from National League side Nuneaton. Utility-back Strether is a Malvern resident who was at the Worcester academy before going to the League Two Warwickshire side. Robins said: "With Ryan
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Complaints pouring in about blocked drains
BLOCKED drains and potholes are still causing problems in Worcestershire, despite staff "doing their best" to clear them. After complaints about the standard of drains appeared in your Worcester News, Worcestershire county councillor Derek Prodger told
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He sent text saying one of us was going to die
WHEN Sarah MacLeod first fell for William McDermott's charms, she had no idea her husband-to-be would terrorize her family and leave them living in fear. The 44-year-old met McDermott in Worcester in 1996 - 11 years on she told your Worcester News how
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Brother’s murder case is still open
WILLIAM McDermott's 10-year-old brother Brian disappeared from a playground in the Ormeau Park in Northern Ireland on Sunday, September 2 1973. His mutilated torso and arm were recovered from the river Lagan almost a week later, near the Belfast Boat
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This man’s trying to destroy us. We are living in fear
FOLLOWING the collapse of his marriage William McDermott sent a string of abusive text messages and a highly abusive e-mail to his former wife, leaving her fearing for her life. The long distance lorry driver promised to dedicate his life to destroying
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Welsh wizard Sweeney interested in Warriors move
WELSH international fly-half Ceri Sweeney has issued a come-and-get-me plea to Worcester Warriors. The Newport Gwent Dragons stand-off insists he has not spoken to Worcester but admits he would be interested in playing for the club, while Warriors director
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Restaurant reviews from your Worcester News
IF you're considering popping out for a meal this weekend but don't know which restaurants come recommended, we have the answer. In our Leisure section we feature restaurant reviews from in and around Worcester, offering our opinions about everything
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Passengers get refund over poor rail service
RAIL passengers who have suffered unreliable First Great Western train services can reap big rewards after the firm announced double customer compensation. The train operator is set to give millions of pounds back to customers in recompense for poor
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Crib collection raises £1,000 for children's charity
A WORCESTER charity for bereaved children has been given £1,000 by the Rotary Club. The Rotary Club of Worcester raised the cash by collecting at its Christmas Crib, outside the Guildhall, over the festive season. The club decided to donate the money
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We met at a dance – now we’re celebrating 50 years of marriage
A GOLDEN Worcester couple who met while they were at a Saturday evening dance are celebrating 50 years of marriage today. Ken and Dilys Jenkins of Northwick Road, Bevere, will be enjoying the occasion with 24 close friends and family at the weekend.
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Alex is off to the world’s highest peak for charity
AN intrepid explorer is embarking on the challenge of a lifetime, trekking to the foothills of the world's highest mountain. Alex Denny, of Upton-upon-Severn, is taking on the Everest Base Camp challenge to raise £3,000 for the County Air Ambulance.
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Dogs removed from illegal puppy farm
MORE than 40 dogs have been removed from an illegal puppy farm in Worcestershire following a swoop by council officers accompanied by police and RSPCA officials. Armed with a court warrant, licensing officers from Wychavon District Council were joined
