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Flood protection moves closer for Kempsey
FLOOD defences for a village near Worcester have moved a step closer to reality after the Environment Agency announced a public consultation on the plans. The proposed Kempsey flood alleviation scheme would be aimed at preventing the type of flooding
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Gas main caused factory fire
A FACTORY blaze which led to an evacuation of night-shift-workers has been put down to a faulty gas main. Fire investigators discovered the problem main at Doncaster’s Precision Castings’ Deritend unit, in Ten Acres, Drotiwich, had been leaking and
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Canoe man Cullen's epic trek
A MALVERN man and his colleague travelled 127 miles along Britain’s longest river in a canoe. Stan Cullen, from Bellars Lane and work colleague Colin Summers, both aged 51, set off on the trip along the river Severn last week, to raise money for Acorns
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The beauty of nature on display
ART inspired by nature is on display at Malvern Hills Gallery. An exhibition of paintings by Worcestershire artist Pam Foort will adorn the gallery walls until Saturday, November 1. Mrs Foort, a member of Malvern Hills Art & Crafts Guild, said: “My
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Enjoy a taste of something different
THE English Symphony Orchestra (ES) will be joined by a Shakespearian actor for a concert with a difference. The Worcestershire-based ESO String Orchestra will use music and words to recreate the sound of European cities at the turn of the 18th Century
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Rugby suicide: mum hits out
The mother of a paralysed rugby player who travelled to Switzerland to commit suicide - as exclusively reported in your Worcester News - wrote about his ordeal on a newspaper website, it emerged today. Julie James' 23-year-old son Daniel died
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Top quality strikes secure easy Trophy triumph
Evesham United 4, Clevedon Town 0 FOUR top quality goals ensured Evesham comfortable progress in this afternoon's FA Carlsberg Trophy first qualifying round tie. However, the Robins should have fallen behind after two minutes when Nathan
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Get Facebooking with the Worcester News
HAVE you got your own Facebook page? We at the Worcester News now have more than 300 friends who are able to keep up with the latest news via an RSS feed straight to our profile. Every now and then we'll upload a specific story too
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RESULT - Havant & Waterlooville 0 Worcester City 2
90+3 mins: Referee blows for full-time. 90+2 mins: Sub. City: Matt Dodd replaces Michael McGrath. 88 mins: Sub. City: Troy Wood replaces Marco Adaggio. 83 mins: YELLOW CARD: Fitzpatrick booked for foul on Gary Holloway.
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Pub shuts months after it re-opened
THE Talbot Inn at Kempsey has shut its doors after the pub failed to make any money, according to its tenants. Brian Hulme, Stephen Ballard and Nick Mossop sunk £70,000 into making the pub a success. But they have now walked away from the business to
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Developers blamed after piece of city’s heritage is stolen
DEVELOPERS have been accused of “negligence” and “rank carelessness” after a piece of Worcester’s 19th century industrial heritage was stolen while held in their care. Solihull-based firm Greenvilla Developments had promised to refurbish and restore
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RUSHTON
RUSHTON Ray One year has passed since you fell asleep. Loved and missed everyday. Your loving son Ian and Teresa xxx Published in paper 18/10/2008
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PHILP
PHILP Bernard October 18th, 2003 We remember you with love and fondest memories, not just today but every day. Deeply loved and truly missed Julie and Family. Published in paper 18/10/2008
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RAYBOULD
RAYBOULD John Ray In loving memory of a dear husband, dad and grandad. Passed away one year ago today. Sadly missed by wife Betty, Alan, Clare, Molly and Matthew. Published in paper 18/10/2008
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GITTUS
GITTUS Malc I said goodbye one year today.My hearts still aches with sadness, And secret tears still flow, What it meant to lose you,No one will ever know. Love always Kath xx ---------- You were a great dad and grandad to live with, but so hard to live
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CARTER RMN
CARTER Olive RMN I remember the day I met you,The day that God made you mine. I remember the day I lost you, I will until the end of time. Through all my tears and heartache, There is one thing I'm glad, That you chose me to share with you,Those precious
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AMPHLETT
AMPHLETT Marie nee Finch Formerly of Bastonford, Powick. Passed away peacefully in The Haven Residential Home, Droitwich on October 14th, 2008, aged 96 years. Dearly loved mum of Roy, Sylvia, Brian and Marion. Very special gran and great gran. The funeral
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MITCHELL
MITCHELL Betty Joan Passed away peacefully at home on October 13th, 2008. Much loved mum, nana and auntie. She will be greatly missed by all Family and Friends. Funeral service to take place at Worcester Crematorium on Thursday, October 23rd, at 10.30
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EGGERTON
EGGERTON Bert Suddenly at home on October 12th, 2008, surrounded by his Family, of Much Birch, Hereford, aged 56 years. He will be greatly missed by his Mum, Brother, Sister, Nieces and Nephew Richard, and all his Family. Funeral service will take place
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JONES
JONES John Jack Twenty five years. Remembered by sons John and Dave. God bless Published in paper 18/10/2008
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BURROWS
BURROWS Teresa Loving memory of a much loved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Always in our hearts. Love June, Keith, Gary, Mandy, Zak and Kayleigh. xx Published in paper 18/10/2008
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TANNER
TANNER Margaret Sadly missed, always remembered. Love from Mick, Family and Grandchildren. xx Published in paper 18/10/2008
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Ceremony marks a construction milestone
A SPECIAL topping out ceremony took place at the University of Worcester yesterday to mark a milestone in the construction of a £7 million allergy and aerobiology test centre. The ceremony, which involved placing a tree at the highest point of the new
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Farm building destroyed in blaze
A FARM building in Worcestershire was completely destroyed by fire today. It is not known what caused the fire at Stud Farm in Abberley, next to the Elms Hotel on the A443. Fire crews were alerted to the scene at 4.42am. It is understood the building
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Turner: Fans have been incredible to us
GRAHAM Turner has praised the loyalty of Hereford United’s fans following their poor start to the League One season. With nearly a quarter of the campaign gone, the Bulls are bottom of the table and four points from safety ahead of today’s match at Brighton
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£130,000 Warriors captain has driving fine slashed
THE captain of Worcester Warriors rugby team had a motoring fine drastically cut after he disclosed to a judge that his basic salary was £130,000 a year. Police checked Patrick Sanderson’s Jaguar and found that two tyres were below the legal
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Were these UFOs over county? - video
A FAMILY in Droitwich think they might have spotted and filmed a UFO in the night sky. Steve Weeks said both he and other members of his family saw a series of fairly large bright orange lights. “Firstly, a group of three lights or objects
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Hot-bed of talent boosts Warriors
WITH Worcester Warriors’ thriving academy set-up and director of rugby Mike Ruddock’s penchant for blooding youngsters in the first XV, Sixways is a great place to be for up-and-coming players. A host of current first-teamers have come from the academy
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Bampton close to producing best
DAVE Bampton believes he is close to producing his best form for Worcester City. The former Swindon midfielder struggled with injury during the early part of the season but has since justified rave reviews from boss Richard Dryden. An
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Our Dan got his wish to die
THE parents of a young rugby player who travelled to Switzerland and took his own life said he had “gained his wish” after a number of suicide attempts. Yesterday your Worcester News revealed exclusively that Dan James had travelled to a Swiss
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Health officers launch Tesco investigation
ENVIRONMENTAL health officers launched an investigation at Tesco in Worcester after a customer reported seeing staff using a spray cleaner on lights above unprotected fresh food at the Warndon store. The customer, who lives near the store and regularly
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Jobs fair expected to be popular
JOBSEEKERS in Malvern could be in line for an early Christmas present if they turn up to a jobs fair next week. Over 150 full and part time jobs will be available at the fair organised by Jobcentre Plus and being held at Malvern Theatres on Monday October
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The force will be with county pub
THERE will be hints of Hollywood at a Worcestershire pub next week. The Wych Way Inn Harvester in Wychbold, near Droitwich, is hoping to raise at least £1,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation UK with a movie star night on Monday. Guests can book a table
