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Top student aims to create Chinese links
AN international business student is planning to use her PhD from the University of Worcester to create links between China and the UK. Xiao Sun has become the university’s 100th research degree graduate. She obtained a masters in business management
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Bridge plan will make things easier for the disabled
AN extra three bridges could be placed over a stream on Malvern Common to enable better access for people in wheelchairs, using motorised disabled vehicles or with pushchairs. A project by Malvern Hills Conservators to put six new crossings over streams
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Vet suffers high-value burglary
Laboratory equipment worth £18,000 was among items stolen during a burglary at a South Worcestershire veterinary practice. Computers and printers worth a total of £1,350, plus £200 in cash, were also taken from Stocks Veterinary Centre, in New Street
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New site may help stop falls
A NEW website has been set up to reduce the risk of falls and serious injuries among older people. In Worcestershire around 1,500 people over 65 are admitted to hospital each year due to injuries suffered in a fall. The new website, worcsfallsprevention.co.uk
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Have a teddy-tastic day at the museum!
CHILDREN are being encouraged to take their favourite teddy bear along to Worcestershire County Council’s County Museum for a teddy bear trail and picnic. There will be stalls, games, crafts and activities to join in with at the Teddy Time event, which
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Look to the heavens
GET your telescopes and binoculars ready, because there is going to be a partial eclipse of the moon tonight. Stargazers will be hoping for clear skies so they see the natural phenomenon unfold from 8.36pm. It is due to peak at 10.11pm and is set to
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Firm is axed after school test fiasco
THE company at the centre of the national exam marking fiasco which affected schools in Worcester has had its contract scrapped. ETS Europe had a five-year contract with the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) to mark school SATs papers. However
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RESULT - Worcester City 0, Hayes and Yeading United 3
90 mins + 1: Fitzpatrick links well with Adaggio but James tackles to clear. 87 mins: YELLOW CARD Price booked for foul on Ruby. 83 mins: Sub Jordan Fitzpatrick (City) replaces Walker. Kieran Knight (Hayes) replaces Fitzgerald.
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Landlord blames closure on UK’s biggest pub firm
A WORCESTER landlord has accused the UK’s biggest pub company of forcing him to quit. The Crown Inn, in Bransford Road, St John’s, Worcester, closed unexpectedly earlier this month and manager Pete Rimmer blames Punch Taverns, which owns the premises
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Body on bonfire named
POLICE have named the man whose body was found lying on a bonfire in his garden. Forty-year-old David Paul Langdon’s body was found in Wormelow, near Hereford, on Thursday, August 14. Although the body has not been formally identified, police believe
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Heartless yobs are targeting our pets with guns
MUCH-loved pets have been seriously injured after a spate of shootings across the two counties. Three cats, a dog and a ferret were shot with air rifles or BB guns and all four are lucky to be alive. Goldsworthy, a three-year-old ginger tom, was discovered
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LEWIS
LEWIS Yvonne and Mark Roger Are delighted to announce the Birth of their beautiful daughter Maia Ruby Summer Lewis. Thanks to the Midwives at Royal Blackburn. Published in paper 16/08/2008
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PORTER Ryan Happy 16th Birthday. Still a little Cutie! Lots of love Mum, Martyn, Matthew and Sammie. xxx Published in paper 16/08/2008
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DEVIZIO
DEVIZIO Elizabeth Anne Wife of John and devoted mother of Bianca, Andrew and Grace, special daughter of Hazel and Terry. Died peacefully on August 5th, 2008. Funeral service at Holy Trinity and Saint Matthew, Ronkswood on August 26th at 1 p.m. Published
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LAMBOURNE
LAMBOURNE Doris May Fondest memories of a dear mother taken to rest 1977. Roger Published in paper 16/08/2008
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HOPKINS
HOPKINS Doris Sadly missed by husband Ivan, children Derek, Wendy, Barry and Allan. Grandchildren Anna, George, Clare, Adam, Trevor, Emma and Great Grandchildren. Always remembered. Published in paper 16/08/2008
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RICE
RICE Kelly Two years ago you went away, but our love for you will always stay. Nan and all the Family. xxx Published in paper 16/08/2008
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BERNAGOZZI USA
BERNAGOZZI Florence Annie nee Clarke Formerly of Pershore and Copiaque, New York. Passed away, aged 82, on August 4th, 2008 at St Lukes Hospital, Kansas City, USA. Survivors include a son Adrian and wife Karen, of Warrensburg, Missoury, USA, and a daughter
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ADAMS
ADAMS "Dean" James Jim and Family would like to thank all Family and Friends for all the sincere cards, and donations, on our sad loss of Dean. Also would like to thank, the Reverend Peter Boyd fromSt Paul's Church for his lovely service. The
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PORTER Ryan Happy 16th. Have a good 'un! Love Emma, Dean, Mia, Mitch. xxx Published in paper 16/08/2008
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HAMPTON
HAMPTON Wally Five years have passed, Your spirit is still here,A father, husband, held so dear.Memories can't fade with passing days.You're in our thoughts, can't be erased. Barbara, Lesley and Nicola xx Published in paper 16/08/2008
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WILKES
WILKES Shirley Unforgettable memories of my dear wife who fell asleep, two years ago today. Always in my thoughts today and every day. God bless husband Gerald. Published in paper 16/08/2008
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MACDONALD
MACDONALD. Ian. Passed away four years ago today. Never more than a thought away. Jackie. Published in paper 16/08/2008
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LEWIS
LEWIS Christopher Philip August 17th, 1999. Time passes and memories stay.Loved and remembered everyday. Dad, Mum, Brenda, Michael, Nephews and Nieces xx Published in paper 16/08/2008
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PRICE
PRICE Alan Christopher Passed away two years today. No words can explain how much we miss and love you. Just one more hug would not be enough. Always in our hearts. Mum, Dad, Nikki, Jo and Family Published in paper 16/08/2008
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WILKES
WILKES Shirley In loving memory of a good mum and nan. Still in our thoughts and our hearts. Missed every day and always will be. Chris. x Published in paper 16/08/2008
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From gladness to sadness, this show has it all
ACTORS from the Swan Theatre Amateur Company are turning their hand to comic anguish. The long running group is staging the award-winning tragi-comedy The Memory of Water at the Swan Theatre studio next week. “Our contribution to the Worcester Festival
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County eye six possible signings
WORCESTERSHIRE have started to plan for life without Stephen Moore even though they are desperate for him to stay at New Road. The much-wanted opening batsman is currently mulling over offers from several counties including one from Worcestershire which
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Turner is remaining positive after poor start
HEREFORD United manager Grah-am Turner is refusing to get downbeat after his side’s start to the season. The Bulls have lost both their games to date 2-1, against Leyton Orient in the League One opener last Saturday and at Crystal Palace in the Carling
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New owners are set to transform eyesore bar
ONE of Worcester’s biggest eyesores is set for a new lease of life after its new owners submitted plans for a radical revamp. TJs Bar has stood boarded up and dilapidated on the corner of Broad Street and Angel Place for more than six months but now
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We'll help you get in good condition for run, vows gym
A GYM in Worcester is offering to help athletes young and old who want to limber up for a special charity run. Staff at the Energy Health and Fitness gym in Sherriff Street, off Tolladine Road, have put together a training programme for people taking
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Oz and James stop off at beer festival
TELEVISION presenter James May visited Worcester’s beer festival yesterday with his colleague Oz Clarke. The two were at the festival to film a new series of Oz and James’ Big Adventure, which will now feature beer, gin and tea as well as wine. Mr May
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Purchase eases through to final
ZAC Purchase says he will give it everything to bring home gold after cruising into the Olympic final with Great Britain lightweight doubles partner Mark Hunter. After their 12th straight win following a 24-hour storm delay, British supporters are hoping
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The belief is there — Richardson
JON Richardson reckons Worcester City always believed they co-uld win their opening two games of the season. The former Exeter centre-half, manager Richard Dry-den’s first signing over the summer, has been an integral part of the St George’s Lane club
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Man injured in tree fall
A MAN has been injured after falling more than 30 feet from a tree. West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to Hyde Lane in Upton-upon-Severn shortly before 1.40pm on Friday, August 15. An ambulance, a paramedic in a rapid response vehicle and the
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Burglar who targeted elderly given jail term
A BURGLAR who preyed on elderly people in Worcester to feed a drug habit has been jailed for four years. Edward Corbyn tricked his way into one house by pretending to be from Neighbourhood Watch. He stole handbags and cash from victims as old as
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Cash-strapped council spends £1m on consultants
OPPOSITION leaders and taxpayers’ groups have hit out after it emerged Worcestershire County Council spent almost £1 million on private consultants’ fees last year. An investigation by your Worcester News has revealed a total of £976,633 was paid out
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Club fight witnesses asked to come forward
A MAN suffered a fractured jaw after a fight broke out on a dance floor. One man suffered facial injuries during a disturbance involving a number of men at Tramps nightclub, Angel Place, Worcester. The fight happened on the main dance floor between
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Dad-of-three raided pub to fund drug debts
A serial burglar raided a pub and stole £318 in cash bags waiting to be banked. Simon Wilkinson told bar staff he was looking for someone before walking up to the second floor of the Railway Bell in Comberton Hill, Kidderminster. A suspicious barman
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Mystery walks will lead to murder
ADVENTUROUS people will be able to get out and about to explore Worcester in a new and fun way. A new company called Treasure Trails allows people to take a unique set of walks around local towns and cities. Set up by David and Amanda
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Wood work will benefit wildlife
THE Malvern Hills Conservators are to reinstate the historic management of a wood on the west side of the hills. The 40-acre Park Wood, which lies within West Malvern Road, The Purlieu and Brockhill Road, has not been actively managed for a number of
