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Cathedral man upset public
A 48-YEAR-OLD man who admitted swearing outside Worcester Cathedral claimed he was trying to light a candle in memory of a dead relative. William Cummins admitted being drunk and disorderly, a public order offence and failing to surrender to bail at
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Homeless man jailed for attack
A RESIDENT at a Worcester hostel for homeless men suffered a fractured shoulder after being attacked in a car park. Drunken Peter Blanchard racially abused Bharat Patel before raining kicks and punches on him. Blanchard, who was also
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Police plea for help as they bid to fight crime
PEOPLE can find out how they can help police rid their communities of the scourge of anti-social behaviour. The Not In My Neighbourhood week, which started yesterday, is a Home Office initiative running across south Worcestershire until Friday. The
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Cash boost is a reward for work in the garden
YOUNG people with learning disabilities have been given a cash boost for their award-winning work at the wildlife garden at Witley Court. The Worcestershire youngsters, who join staff from English Heritage each month to maintain the garden, have been
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We want volunteers to come and join our team
A NEW programme to make youths more passionate about volunteering in Worcestershire has been launched this week. The new ‘vinvolved’ team for Worcestershire is part of a £75 million National Youth Volunteering Programme run by V, the volunteering charity
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Warriors back campaign to turn lights off
WORCESTER Warriors turn eco-warriors as they urge people to switch off their lights to help save the environment. The rugby stars join church leaders, schools, businesses, a nursing home and an eco cafe in backing the Worcestershire County Council Switch
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Josie is leading light for club
WORCESTER Shukokai Karate Club members came back from the Kimura Cup Championships in Stourbridge with a haul of medals. SKF Squad member Josie Farrow took gold in the senior brown belt kata and silver in the female open kumite (fighting). She fought
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Jonny’s sizzling in Danish marathon
KING’S School, Worcester, pupil and under 16 national marathon champion Jonny Tye finished a strong season with an international victory against stiff competition at the Tour de Gudena, a major Danish marathon race. Racing for the full GB team, Tye
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Bring some apples and see how we make cider
A REFRESHING experience awaits visitors to a museum holding its annual cider-making day. Demonstrations with traditional equipment will take place outside the County Museum’s 300-year-old cider mill on Sunday. Visitors who would like to donate some
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County’s aces are on hand
WORCESTERSHIRE’S Gareth Batty and Ben Smith will be hosting a coaching course during half-term. The County stars will hold the week-long training programme at King’s School Worcester’s indoor sports hall from Monday, October 27, until Friday, October
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Bedside vigil for blaze survivors
RELATIVES of a family torn apart by a fierce blaze at a Malvern home are holding a bedside vigil for the survivors. Richard Perkins, 37, was killed in the fire on Monday and his 17-year-old step daughter is still on a life support machine in hospital
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City's manager not worried by cup form
MANAGER Richard Dryden chose to focus on the positive aspects following Worcester City’s defeat against Redditch United. James Blake’s 39th-minute strike condemned City to a 1-0 Worcestershire FA Senior Cup exit at St George’s Lane, watched by 298 fans
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Romanian gang stole 93-year-old’s pension
A GANG of Romanian thieves who stole a 93-year-old woman’s pension have been handed suspended sentences and told to carry out 120 hours of community service each. Claudia Ionita, husband Nelu Ionita and Stefan Pintea admitted stealing two women
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Alex stars for nation
PERSHORE Kickboxing Club’s Alex Davis won his bout for England in an international with Wales in Cardiff. Davis won on points against Josh Coleman after matching his opponent in the first round and then making an impact with his kicks. Anyone interested
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Heenans ‘A’ keeping pace
HEENANS ‘A’ are second in SEC Solutions Worcester Snooker League Division One having won all of their opening three games. The Sansome Place-based club saw off early strugglers St Stephen’s ‘E’ 3-2. However, St Stephen’s ‘C’ gained some revenge for
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We're ready for next phase of £3.2m makeover
NO stone will go unturned during the latest phase of the CrownGate Shopping Centre refurbishment. Work is about to begin on renewing the paving in the Bull Walk section of the centre from BHS to HMV. The current paving will be lifted, removed, recycled
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County to face Ireland
WORCESTERSHIRE will play Ireland for the first time in a competitive match in next season's Friends Provident Trophy. The New Road side have been drawn against the Emerald Isle in Group ‘A’ of the competition which also sees them up against
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Bear’s power stuns Bredon
BEAR hit back from two goals down to beat Bredon in the Evesham Mechanical Services Knock-out Cup. Birdseye Sports Evesham Sunday League Division One side Bear forced extra-time in the first-round tie and won on a penalty shoot-out. A Smith double put
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St John’s ‘A’ lead despite draw
ST John’s ‘A’ remain top of the William Hill Worcester League despite being held to a 2-2 draw by third-placed St Stephen’s ‘A’. N Vaughan and B Robinson won their matches for St John’s, while J Smith and D Painter replied for St Stephen’s.
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We're leading the way in giving help to disabled
A SERVICE for disabled people in Worcestershire has been hailed as a role model for the entire country. An Ofsted inspection has ruled that Worcestershire County Council’s learning disabilities team provides an impressively high standard of service.
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Trophy home draws for Herefordshire pair
HEREFORD and Luctonians have both been handed home draws in the EDF Energy National Trophy. The first-round ties on Saturday will see Hereford host Fylde, while Kettering visit Midlands One leaders Luctonians.
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Teens slum it in car park for charity
TEENAGERS gave up modern comforts and slummed it in a Worcester car park to raise money for developing countries. Thirteen youngsters, all members of the St Peter’s Baptist Church youth group, spent the weekend sleeping under handmade wooden huts, eating
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Cameras cut road accidents
SPEED cameras have slashed serious and fatal road accidents by 68 per cent in Worcestershire, say safety leaders. There was an average of 33 deaths or serious injuries per year on roads in Worcestershire before speed cameras were introduced
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Dead biker named by police
THE biker who died in a crash in Hanbury last week has been named by police. Robert Alastair Newland died following the incident on Friday in which his silver Yamaha collided with a black Audi on the B4090 in Mere Green, Hanbury, near Droitwich
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Fifth defeat in a row for Malvern
A POOR match saw Malvern lose 18-7 at home to Longton for their fifth straight defeat in Midlands One. All 30 players and even the referee seemed to be affected by the uncertainty that comes with a basement battle. Both sides made basic
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Bright spell secures Bromsgrove win
BROMSGROVE demonstrated their new-found resilience and belief with a 15-10 win at Stratford in Midlands Two (West). In an excellent 15-minute spell in the second-half, skipper Richard Arnold and Richard Stockholm scored crucial tries. Chris Hurcombe
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Pershore turn on the style at home
PERSHORE came out comfortable 42-5 victors in Midlands Four West (South) against King’s Norton after a stuttering start. The visitors opened the scoring after winning a penalty which allowed the number eight to break through two tackles to score. Pershore
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Fowler scores only try
BROMYARD continued their good start to the season by beating close rivals Claverdon 11-0 to stay top of Midlands Six West (South-west). They gave an assured performance with the pack dominating the set-pieces and prop Sam Walsh to the fore. The deadlock
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Former Miss Worcester wins another title
A FORMER Miss Worcester has beaten hundreds of other girls to win a top title at a prestigious beauty competition. Jodi Edwards was crowned Miss Intercontinental England at a glittering gala show at the Renaissance hotel at London’s Heathrow Airport.
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PERCIVAL
PERCIVAL Betty Irene Linda and Chris would like to thank everyone for their kind messages of sympathy, special thanks to neighbours Rose and Vy. Also thanks to all those who donated to the Willows Stroke Unit Ward. Published in paper 14/10/2008
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PAGEN
PAGEN Charles David Dave You would have been 80 today Dad, but celebrations weren't to be, no one will remember your birthday, only me. Sue, Mike, Chris and Amy. xxxxx Published in paper 14/10/2008
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MANN
MANN Elsienee Merrick Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 7th 2008, aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Bill Mann and treasured mother of Pearl, Cindyand Families. Funeral service atSt Philip & St James Church, Hallow on Wednesday, October
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CLAY
CLAY Margaret Harriet Treasured memories of a dear wife, mum and nan who passed away one year today. When we saw you sleeping,So calm and free of pain,We would not wish you back to earth,To suffer once again.You left us precious memories.Your love will
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MEADOWS
MEADOWS Jeannie nee Norma Hollings Suddenly on October 7th 2008, aged 69 years. A beloved mum, nan and sister. Will be sadly missed by all her Family. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium Chapel on Friday, October 17th at 10 a.m. followed by interment
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JONES
JONES Freda Winifred nee Holland Late of Bilford Court. Suddenly, but peacefully in Worcestershire Royal Hospital, on October 9th, 2008, aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Bob. Loving mother of Wendy, mother in law to Melvyn, a dear cousin of Hazel
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PHILLIPS
PHILLIPS Lilian May Peacefully in hospital on October 10th, 2008 aged 91 years of Cradley. Beloved wife of the late John, dear mother of Christine and the late Barbara, loved and greatly missed by all her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. The Funeral
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PORTMAN
PORTMAN Edith Alice Porty Remembering every day my dearly loved mum who passed away one year ago today and praying your dearest wish has come true and you are reunited with Dad. God bless Marilyn, Melvyn and Amber-Clare. Published in paper 14/10/2008
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Councillors cleared in recycling plant row
FIFTEEN Worcestershire councillors have been cleared of any wrongdoing over their decision to allow a controversial recycling plant to be built at Norton. Norton resident Chris Morag had complained to the Standards Board that 15 county councillors
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King’s Hawford are in fine form
KING’S Hawford’s under 11 rugby squad have begun their season with an impressive demonstration of free-flowing rugby. Having started their local fixtures with two high scoring-wins against Moor Park (56-0) and Bishop of Hereford’s Bluecoat
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Search ends in arrest
A MAN was arrested following a police search in a Worcester park. West Mercia officers were called to Broad Street yesterday afternoon after reports of a disturbance in the city centre. A man involved made an escape and ran to Cripplegate
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Local Youth Centres in Worcestershire
Youth Centres in Worcester offer a wide range of facilities for young people and the community, so if you are looking for somewhere to go and chill with your friends contact one of the Youth Centre’s below to find out the latest venues and fun
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Malvern death blaze: two remain in custody
TWO people remain in custody following a house fire that claimed a life in Malvern. A man and a male youth, arrested yesterday, are being questioned at Worcester Police Station after an inferno ripped through a terraced house in The Glade,
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Blair lied to ministers, says county MP
A WORCESTERSHIRE MP told the House of Commons yesterday that former Prime Minister Tony Blair lied to Parliament over the so-called Ecclestone Affair. Commons speaker Michael Martin said he was “deeply concerned” following the accusation by Mid-Worcestershire
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England Under 20s to make Sixways their new home
ENGLAND’S Under 20 team will defend their RBS Six Nations title at Worcester Warriors’ Sixways Stadium this season. Sixways will stage all three of England’s home internationals on Friday nights, kicking off with an opening game against Italy
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Green field land could become business park
A MASSIVE new business park employing up to 3,000 people is being planned on the outskirts of Worcester. The proposal, which may also include a hotel, has sparked concerns it will ruin the rural landscape and turn neighbouring villages into
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Well done, George
SIR – When I was a boy I used to enjoy reading the Beano comic. Now, more than 60 years later, I enjoy reading George Cowley’s letters in the Worcester News. D PARKES, Malvern Wells.
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City firm launches teaching resource for school cricket
AN educational resource, designed and developed by a Worcester-based company is to be rolled out to cricket coaches and school teachers nationwide as part of a major new initiative. Originally developed eight years ago by Tacklesport (Consultancy
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City university welcomes a new head of department to the team
A UNIVERSITY professor and former director of Birmingham’s Ikon Gallery has been appointed the new head of humanities and creative arts at the University of Worcester. Professor Antonia Payne joins the university as head of institute from her
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Youth club have a go at learning circus tricks
THE Big Top came to Kempsey when village children tried their hands at circus activities. Kempsey Youth Club leaders arranged for Shooting Stars Circus Skills to run a class at one of the club’s Thursday night sessions. The club, for children
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Chantry High School - Pupils’ hard work creates courtyard
THEY may be a few years from full-time work but a group of teenagers at a Worcestershire school have already shown a taste for a career in construction. The year 10 students from the Chantry High School, in Martley, worked with a building specialist
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Concern over high school diplomas
SIR – Some years ago three experienced further education lecturers and a woman county councillor were tasked with investigating the industrial training and job knowledge of the less-motivated in statutory education within Worcestershire. We
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Freemason support for County Air Ambulance
THE County Air Ambulance has received donations totalling £12,000 from the Freemasons in Worcestershire, Herefordshire and Gloucestershire. Three provincial grand masters – Richard Goddard for Worcestershire, Rodney Smallwood for Herefordshire
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Scrap man jailed for police chase
A SCRAP metal dealer led police on a 12-mile chase after his uninsured van was spotted in Worcester. Ryan Groves drove down a one-way street in the city centre the wrong way in a bid to avoid capture. Then he sped through 30mph Lower Broadheath at
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Set right example for the youngsters
SIR – I agree entirely with your comment on October 3. Professional footballers should set an example to youngsters who worship them. The BBC’s Match of the Day often brings out the worst in players. They whine over nothing when they fall. The
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Worcestershire Camera Club
THE Camera Club has made an excellent start to the season, welcoming 16 new members and 18 visitors already. Our first meeting was on September 2 with Guy Edwards visiting from Dorset and talking us through examples of his own inspiring landscape
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St John's Townswomen's Guild
THE August meeting was held as a social evening in the garden of one of the members. Almost £100 was raised, and donations were sent to Acorns Children’s Hospice and Macmillan Cancer Support. The September meeting was well attended and we had an
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Wychbold Women's Institute
WE met on Monday, September 8, in Wychbold Church to hear about the work of Age Concern, when Joyce Newlands gave a comprehensive account of the invaluable activities of this charity, especially in the Droitwich area. The most cherished help offered
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Wychbold Women's Fellowship
THE September meeting – our annual meeting – was held in the Poplars on Monday, September 15, and Angela conducted business in her usual speedy and efficient style, with the resulting reappointment of the officers for the coming years: treasurer
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Will you adopt our hospice?
WORCESTER’S St Richard’s Hospice is urging local businesses to adopt it as charity of the year 2009 to help celebrate 25 years of care. Next year marks the hospice’s silver anniversary and will see a host of special events taking place. St Richard
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We are all free to take religion or not
SIR – Bob Churchill and myself (October 4) would agree that liking and disliking are facts of life and we can go about them by means of civility, a sense of humour and no sulks. On that score we must say that the word prejudice gets overvalued
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Evesham leading the way forward at Lane
FOR the second time in as many seasons, St George’s Lane will be hosting a match in the FA Cup fourth qualifying round. However, like last year, it won’t be featuring Worcester City. It is a sobering reality for all connected with the
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Town guarded against backlash threat
MALVERN Town boss Joe Rawle is fearing a Chasetown backlash tonight (7.45pm) following their exit from the FA Cup. The Staffordshire side were beaten 2-0 by the Langland Stadium side’s local rivals Evesham United at the weekend. So the Malvern manager
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How do you work out which school is right for your child?
CHOOSING a secondary school for your child is one of the biggest and most important decisions you will ever have to make in their lives. A child’s experiences at high school can shape the rest of their lives, whether it’s in their career choice
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Who is going to buy these houses?
SIR – As a resident of Kempsey, one of the villages which will be badly affected by any increase in housing, I welcome Mike Foster’s honesty in supporting the proposals – but not his stupidity. For a start the “need” for several hundred thousand
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I thought they were all going to die, says neighbour
A RESIDENT described the moment she realised the house was on fire and her friends were trapped inside. Mandy Harris lives next door to the house which was gutted in the blaze. After hearing screams and seeing the flames she immediately
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How about fighting for city now, Mr Foster?
SIR – With reference to the latest headline about even more houses being foisted upon us. I would dearly like to know what our MP Mike Foster is doing about it. He got into Parliament fighting for foxes, how about fighting now for Worcester
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COMMENT: If the banks go down, we go with them
THE complexity of the worldwide crisis in the money markets is so great and the amount of public money being used to shore up the banking system so large that the majority of us greet each new revelation with increasing bewilderment. Some £37
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Tribute to quiet man who wanted more from life
RICHARD Perkins was a quiet man who wanted more out of life, his best friend has said. The 37-year-old, the youngest of 11 children, grew up in the Evesham area. His best friend and brother in-law, Jim Loveridge, said the pair grew up
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First picture of house blaze victim
A MURDER inquiry has been launched after a man died in a house fire. As reported on this website throughout yesterday, police have arrested one man and a teenage boy in connection with the fire at The Glade, Malvern, which is being treated
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County beer among cheapest in country
THE average price of a pint of ale in Worcestershire pubs has almost hit £2.50, new figures show. But the cost of drinking in the county still remains significantly below the national average according to editors of the Good Pub Guide 2009, which is
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Enjoy Guy Fawkes night with a difference
A SHOW with a difference will help to make this year’s bonfire night one to remember. The annual bonfire party in aid of St Richard’s Hospice at Broadclose Farm, Inkberrow, on Wednesday, November 5, will feature some magical performance arts in place
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2003 parking charges expected to remain
MALVERN Hills Conservators are expected to keep the current charges for using their car parks at the same level for the next financial year. The charges of £2 per day for cars; £25 for an annual pass with £10 for an additional vehicle; £2 for a concessionary
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Evesham firm in line for award
BBC Training & Development Ltd, of Wood Norton, near Evesham, is in line for a top industry award. It has beaten strong competition to win a place as a finalist in the Coaching Programme of the Year category at the World of Learning Awards 2008. In
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Summer returns to county
WORCESTER residents reached for their shorts and T-shirts at the weekend as they saw a return to summery weather. Temperatures hit 21.2C (70F) in the city on Sunday and were a warming 19.5C (67F) on Saturday - well above the average for October. According
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Firms asked to adopt hospice
WORCESTER’S St Richard’s Hospice is urging local businesses to adopt it as charity of the year 2009 to help celebrate 25 years of care. Next year marks the hospice’s silver anniversary and will see a host of special events taking place. St Richard’s
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Small fortune raised for servicemen
TENS of thousands of pounds has been raised for injured servicemen and women thanks to West Mercia Police’s dog section. The unit organised an action-packed event on Sunday, October 5, and raised more than £30,000 for the charity Help for Heroes.
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Learn about the beauty on your doorstep
KEEN walkers are being invited to lace up their boots and join a weekend of rambling. Malvern Hills District Council is encouraging people to sign up to the Tenbury Wells and the Teme Valley walking weekend happening this Saturday and Sunday. Ramblers
