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City charities unaffected by Iceland bank crisis
DONORS have been reassured none of Worcester’s leading charities have money tied up in the crisis-hit Icelandic banks. Noah’s Ark Trust for bereaved children, St Richard’s Hospice which supports people with life-threatening illness and Leukaemia Care
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Pupils dress to impress for National Book Week
DENNIS the Menace, Heidi and Scooby Doo were just some of the characters pupils at Broadwas Primary School dressed up as to celebrate National Book Week. Children got involved in a host of activities throughout the week, including a book swap
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Handbag thief remanded
A 32-year-old man stole 18 designer handbags during a burglary at a Worcester shop. The bags and cash were grabbed from Tadini in Copenhagen Street, Worcester Crown Court heard. Crimea Price, of Carlisle Road, Worcester, admitted burglary and was
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Arson accused appear in court
TWO men have appeared in court following a house fire in Worcester earlier this week. Jason Bridger and Adam Eversham, both 22, have been charged with arson with intent to endanger lives in connection to the blaze which gutted an empty house in Ripon
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Open air event will celebrate restoration
FREE boat trips, canoe taster sessions and guided walks will be among the highlights of an open day on a restored canal lock. The Droitwich Canals Trust is holding its annual event on the restored lock flight at Hanbury Wharf tomorrow. Free boat trips
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Late goals wrap up memorable Evesham FA Cup success
Evesham Utd 2, Chasetown 0 SUBSTITUTE Danny Lennon was the hero as Evesham booked their place in round four qualifying of this year's FA Cup competition. Lennon was brought on 13 minutes from time just as Chasetown were looking like
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Event discovers how food is linked to our moods
KIPPERS, porridge and fruit juice are better than toast and coffee for a breakfast designed to keep the brain healthy. The importance of food to our mood was the theme of the World Mental Health Day in Worcester yesterday. The event, organised by the
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Pupils bring King Lear to life
A GROUP of 13 pupils from Bishop Perowne CE College in Worcester have put together a 30-minute version of Shakespeare’s King Lear. As part of the Shakespeare Schools Festival the Bishop Perowne pupils will perform at the Artrix Theatre in Bromsgrove
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Police warning to drug users
POLICE are warning drug users in Worcester about heroin being sold on the streets. Officers are concerned about the strength of heroin being distributed after a recent forensic test on a sample of the drug showed there was no actual heroin present.
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First Raiders win is aim of Wolves chief
WORCESTER Wolves play the second of four home matches in October tomorrow against bogey side Plymouth Raiders in the British Basketball League (4pm). Coach Skouson Harker is expecting a better display from his team at the University of Worcester after
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New city stadium will create 600 jobs
SIX hundred new jobs will be created when Worcester City Football Club’s new stadium is built. The jobs will be available once office facilities built alongside the Nunnery Way stadium are completed. Leisure facilities, possibly a health and fitness
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HILL
HILL Carole and Steve Wish to thank Family, Friends and Neighbours for their kind donations to charity, on our 25th Wedding Anniversary. We raised £411.50 for Alzheimer's. Thanks for a great day. Chris Carole and Steve. xxx Published in paper 11/10/2008
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SMITH
SMITH Don Pat, Pauline,Pamela and Tony Would like to thank all Family, Friends and Neighbours for the numerous cards and kind thoughts following the sad passing of Don. Thanks for donations to St Richard's Hospice.Reverend Michael Knott and Bedwardine
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PRICE MATTHEWS
PRICE MATTHEWS Steve and Paula Congratulations on the birth of your daughter Erin. Lots of love to you all. From all Grandparents and auntie Michelle. Published in paper 11/10/2008
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KNOTT
KNOTT Micky Just a daily thought away,A silent tear. A constant wish that you were here. In my heart you will stay, loved, needed and remembered everyday. So many treasured thoughts of our love for each other. My beautiful man and husband, I miss you
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ROBERTS
ROBERTS Jess Our dearly loved mum and nan. Lovingly remembered. Sadly missed. Beryle and Sarah. Published in paper 11/10/2008
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HARVEY
HARVEY Tracey Ann Treasured memories of our special daughter fell asleep October 11th, 1977 aged 3 weeks. We miss you each and every day, Within our hearts, You will always stay. God bless Love Mum, Dad, Simon and Kerrie xxxx Published in paper 11/10
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ANDREWS
ANDREWS Jeff Passed away one year ago on October 12th, 2007. Always in our thoughts. God bless. Love Pat, Neile, Chris, Sarah and brother Tony Published in paper 11/10/2008
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GINES
GINES Sue Passed way peacefully at home on October 8th, 2008, after a short illness, aged 59 years. A devoted and much loved wife to Dave, mother to Chris, Andrew and Debbie and Daughter to Jack. Will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. The
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DONE WITTS
DONE - WITTS Congratulations Lucy and Gary on the safe arrival of Oliver, my first grandson, on October 10th, 2008. So very proud of you. Lots of love Nanny Dee Dee and George xx Published in paper 11/10/2008
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ROBERTS
ROBERTS Jessie Loving memories of a dear mum and nan. Always in our hearts. Iris and Family. Published in paper 11/10/2008
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JONES
JONES Graham We'll think of you tomorrow with deep heartfelt sorrow. Love you always Pam x Dean, Kevin and Families. Published in paper 11/10/2008
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KNOTT
KNOTT Michael October 12th, 2007. You are only a thought away Mike. God bless Pat, Joe and Family. xxx Published in paper 11/10/2008
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MAIDEN
MAIDEN Hazel nee Baldwin If tears could build a stairway, And memories a lane. I'd walk right up to Heaven, And bring you back again. Passed away twelve months ago. Sadly missed by Ron, Maggie and Sebi. Published in paper 11/10/2008
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TAYLOR
TAYLOR Bill Passed away sixteen years ago today. Forever in our hearts, today and always. Brenda, Helen, Steven, Jane and Lynn. Published in paper 11/10/2008
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Extension to Tesco entrance is approved
THE controversial redevelopment of Tesco on Worcester’s Warndon Villages estate continues after plans were agreed for an extension to the store’s proposed new lobby area. The 81 square metre front-of-store lobby was approved by Worcester City Council
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Team on brink of historic triumph
WORCESTERSHIRE ‘B’ are on the verge of winning their regional league for the first time in their history. The team, which plays at Rileys on the Shrub Hill Industrial Estate, take on Warwickshire in their penultimate match in region five of the English
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Hereford utilising power of the mind
THE use of sports psychologists within the world of football is becoming increasingly common — and Hereford United are no exception. John Gardiner, who worked with England under Graham Taylor in the 1990s, has been brought in by the Bulls to work with
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Shadow minister gives bleak view
PEOPLE in Worcestershire and across Britain face an “apocalyptic” scenario of bankruptcies, mass unemployment and personal insolvency, a top politician has warned. Alan Duncan, Conservative shadow cabinet member for business and enterprise,
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Shabir won’t be risked by Dryden
DEFENDER Shabir Khan is unlikely to be risked for Worcester City’s Worcestershire FA Senior Cup clash against Redditch United on Monday (7.45pm). September’s player-of-the-month suffered an ankle injury in the 3-2 victory over AFC Wimbledon last Saturday
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Norgrove: We won’t sell players
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers chairman Barry Norgrove is hoping to secure extra funds for the club so that their push for the Football League can be maintained. The Aggborough side are currently running over budget and the man in charge of the purse
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Drunk cricket streaker stood to win £100 bet
A FATHER-of-three streaked at a Worcestershire County Cricket Club match because he was drunk and stood to win a £100 bet. Michael Hudspith ran naked across the New Road ground in Worcester in front of thousands of cricket fans – and millions more who
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City's youth aim for league glory
WORCESTER City’s academy team are aiming to put a luckless few weeks behind them and strive for success in Midland Combination Division Two. The St George’s Lane youngsters enjoyed a blistering start to the season but have since suffered a
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Pedestrian dies after collision
A PEDESTRIAN has died after being in collision with a car. The man was knocked over on the A456 at Callow Hill, near Stourport-on-Severn, at 7.30pm on Friday. West Midlands Ambulance Service dispatched a number of paramedics to the scene
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Bin collection service is ‘confused and chaotic’
ANGRY residents have called the roll-out of a new fortnightly bin collection service confused and chaotic. People living in Sale Green, near Droitwich, and parts of Tibberton said their bins have been left overflowing with waste because binmen have not
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Horstmann targets trophy success
CROCKED Kai Horstmann is gunning for a return to full fitness so he can do his best to help Worcester Warriors make amends for last season’s European Challenge Cup heart-break. The Sixways side, who kick off this year’s competition at Petrarca Rugby
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Paedophile fails to overturn ban
A FORMER teacher who was jailed abroad for sex offences against boys has failed to overturn a court order banning him from associating with children. Andrew Sadler’s career ended in 1995 when a member of staff at Abberley Hall school alleged he had engaged
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Man arrested after motorcyclist is killed
THIS was the scene of a fatal crash which killed a motorcyclist. The silver Yamaha motorbike was in collision with a black Audi shortly after noon yesterday on the B4090 at Mere Green, near Droitwich. The driver of the car was arrested on suspicion of
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Blaze inquiry started
AN investigation has started into the cause of an industrial fire which damaged part of a large commercial unit. The blaze started in the heat processing plant of Deritend - Doncasters Precision Castings, Droitwich, at about 2.30am yesterday. Firefighters
