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Amateur dramatics group loses council funding
A Worcestershire amateur dramatics group has lost council funding after taking its performances outside the town boundary. Members of Evesham Town Council’s promotions committee have refused to hand over the remaining £642 of an original £3,500 grant
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Mistletoe links little county town to major US city
A MAJOR city in America is to twin with a picturesque Worcestershire town for the Christmas season. The sprawling city of Oklahoma, which has a population of 1.2 million will this month be linked to Tenbury Wells, which has a population of 3,786. The
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Dryden wishing for a delightful December
WORCESTER City are aiming to put November behind them and treat December as a clean slate. Richard Dryden’s team managed just one victory from five fixtures last month, which saw them slip down the Blue Square South table and crash out of the FA Trophy
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Santa sleigh ride at Safari Park
A sleigh ride has been incorporated this year into the fourth annual Santa Safari Event at Bewdley’s West Midland Safari Park. The ride – an integral part of the Santa Experience – is situated in Santa’s Grotto, which passengers board to make their journey
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West not carried away by good run
EVESHAM United manager Paul West is adamant his players will not let their good run spark dreams of promotion. The Robins are unbeaten in their last eight British Gas Business Premier Division matches and have only conceded three goals in that time.
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Law firms are joining to give better service
TWO of Worcester’s oldest law firms have joined together to create a “super practice” for the 21st century. Hallmarks, which can trace its history back more than 200 years, and Hulme & Co, which is more than 100 years old, have combined to make HallmarkHulme
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Apprentice carpenter enjoys final challenge
A COUNTY carpenter has shown off his skills by competing in the national final of a cabinet making competition. Gareth Hunt, aged 20, from Fladbury, near Pershore, entered the Skill Build competition despite having only a year’s experience as a carpenter
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Signings boosting Rovers’ season
MANAGER Rod Brown has praised the influence of his experienced players following Bromsgrove Rovers’ return to form. The Victoria Ground outfit have won their last three matches, two of which have come in British Gas Business Division One Midlands and
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Drink-driver was hiding as police looked for him
A DRUNK father hid under a bush after crashing his car because he did not want police to find him. Ian Pokorski had drunk 12 cans of cider before getting into his car and driving. When he saw police he turned off his headlights, veered into a driveway
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Swifts look to build an unbeaten sequence
STOURPORT Swifts head to high-flying Atherstone Town on Saturday (3pm) looking to build on their new-found confidence. Neil Hunt’s side ended a seven-game losing streak with a 1-1 draw against sixth-placed Chesham United at Walshes Meadow last weekend
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We need more cash to avoid a repeat of 2007 floods misery
MORE resources will have to be ploughed into flood prevention in the Malvern Hills district to make sure there is not a repeat of the hardship suffered by homeowners following the 2007 summer floods. Nearly 750 properties in the district were flooded
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Town are glad to be back at home
MALVERN Town are hoping a change of surroundings will bring them better fortune. Joe Rawle’s side host Soham Town Rangers on Saturday (3pm) in their first match at Langland Stadium since losing 3-0 to Nuneaton Town on November 15. Malvern played three
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Don’t miss acrobatics on ice
ACROBATIC dancing on ice is drawing crowds to Malvern Theatres. The Russian Ice Stars returned to the Worcestershire theatre this week with a spectacular show, Cirque de Glace, that combines circus skills with dancing on ice and awe-inspiring
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Crichton in full-back switch as Carlisle makes first start
WORCESTER Warriors will hand Joe Carlisle his first senior start of the season when they face Bourgoin in the European Challenge Cup at the Stade Pierre Rajon tomorrow night (kick-off 7.30 GMT). Fly-half Carlisle comes into the starting line-up
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Fields in Vase test at rivals
WESTFIELDS head to Midland Alliance rivals Stratford Town in the FA Carlsberg Vase third round on Saturday (3pm). Fields were taken to a replay and penalties in the second round before beating dogged West Midlands League outfit Shawbury United. Bromyard
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Excitement mounts for city’s Santathon
THE final countdown to the Santathon has begun as 500 santas prepare to hit the streets of Worcester this Sunday. Those who take part all dress up as Father Christmas and can run, jog, walk or stroll to raise funds for Worcester-based charity
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Gear plays but Baa-Baas lose
WARRIORS wing Rico Gear played 50 minutes as Australia celebrated the centenary of their 1908 Olympic gold medal with an 18-11 victory over the Barbarians at Wembley Stadium. The Barbarians may have been at Wembley to represent Britain, but the starting
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Weekend football fixtures around the county
SATURDAY WORCESTER AND DISTRICT LEAGUE Baylis Cup round one: FC Tything v Upton Town (M Bullock); VBL Sports v West Malvern (D Amor). League: Martley Spurs v Hanley Swan (M Francois); Powick v Hallow WMC (D Kings); University of Worcester v Grosvenor
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New hope for chef shut out of his kitchen
A WORCESTERSHIRE chef who a short time ago was facing Christmas without a job is now back in the kitchen and in the running for a leading award. Ian Smith, aged 44, is hoping to be crowned best pub chef in the country in March. He also
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A BIG thank you! - 'Operation Christmas Child' Shoeboxes
Congratulations to everyone who collected for ‘Operation Christmas Child’ shoeboxes. 40 boxes were collected from school and a special ‘Well Done’ to 11DW for their splendid effort.
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Jennie, 12, designs card for Christmas
A CHILDREN’S bereavement charity hopes to spread its message of support by selling its own unique Christmas card this year. For the first time the Noah’s Ark Trust, which helps children and families who have lost a loved one, are selling the cards.
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Ruddock calls for a backlash in the ECC
MIKE Ruddock has called on his Worcester Warriors to send out a statement of intent and repay the travelling army of fans when they face Bourgoin in the European Challenge Cup tonight (7.30 GMT). Warriors travel to France looking to take complete control
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Woman stranded in Thailand to return this weekend
A WORCESTER woman will be returning home at the weekend after being stuck in Thailand for over a week. Marina Chadwick, of Sycamore Road, Tolladine, Worcester, was enjoying a weeks holiday with her brother Pete Chadwick when anti-government protesters
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Beauty at the Beast - Bristol Hippodrome Wednesday, 3rd December to Saturday 6 December 2008
Review of Beauty and the Beast – Bristol Hippodrome by Melanie Jeffrey, winner of the Parent Zone competition. One of my favourite Disney films has to be Beauty and the Beast and I have always wanted to see the award winning stage show, well my chance
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Win a holiday to France!
YOUR Worcester News has teamed up with netmums.com to find mums who make a positive difference in our community. The Netmums Mum of the Year competition will celebrate the achievements of mothers across the country and recognise the hard work
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Arson gang sentencing moved to next year
The sentencing of a gang who torched mobile homes in a campaign to drive out residents has been moved to next year. Three properties at the Glen in Blackwell, Bromsgrove, were set ablaze in the middle of the night. Five men from Leicester were hired
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We're collecting for the needy
HOUSEHOLDERS in Worcester are being urged to look in their store cupboards or buy a bit extra the next time they go shopping to help the poor this Christmas. On Sunday morning members from all five Worcester Rotary clubs will be making their annual
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Six skeletons found on supermarket site
ANCIENT human bones have been discovered in the heart of St John’s, Worcester. Six skeletons, four of which were still intact, were found by archaeologists working on the Sainsbury’s supermarket site. The land, off Swanpool Walk, was once an Iron Age
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Interest rates cut to 2%
The Bank of England slashed interest rates by another 1% today as policymakers stepped up their battle to stave off a deep recession. The dramatic percentage point cut takes the cost of borrowing from 3% to 2% - a rate not seen since 1951 and equal
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Aussie signing Noffke hit by injury
WORCESTERSHIRE’S overseas signing for the forthcoming campaign, Ashley Noffke, has been sidelined by an on-going back complaint. The Australian all-rounder had to be replaced by Australian Test team discard Shane Watson for Queensland Bulls’ one-day
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WATKINSSTRAIN
WATKINSSTRAIN Julie and Dan Would like to announce the safe arrival of a son Isaac John on Thursday, November 27th, weighing 9lb 2oz. Thanks to Staff at Worcestershire Royal Hospital and kind regards to all Friends and Family. Published in paper 04/12
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HARTE
HARTE Patrick Happy Birthday Patrick Lots of love on your 3rd Birthday From Mummy, Daddy, Grandmas, Grandads, Aunties, Uncles and Georgia. xxx Published in paper 04/12/2008
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WEAVER
WEAVER Adam Congratulations on your 18th Birthday. Now you can take us to the Pub. Have a great day. Love Mum and Dad. Published in paper 04/12/2008
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OLIVER
OLIVER Patrick Pat Passed peacefully away on November 26th aged 83 years. Survived by wife Queenie, son Richard and daughter in law Susie. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday, December 10th at 1 p.m. Enquiries to Co-operative Funeralcare
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JONES
JONES Diana Formerly of Fairbairn Avenue, Worcester. Passed away peacefully on November 29th, 2008, aged 86 years. Wife of the late Dag. Much loved mother of Ian and Andrew, and a dearly loved grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service at Worcester
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PROSSER NHS
PROSSER Dorothy Mary Of Claines. Passed away peacefully on November 30th, 2008, aged 84 years. Beloved wife of the late John. Much loved mother of Brian and the late Graham. A devoted grandmother. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium, on Friday, December
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WELLS
WELLS Harold Thomas James Passed away one year ago today. Always in our thoughts and hearts. Sadly missed, wishing you were still here. Terry, Carole, Sam, Stuart and friends Dave and Jackie Published in paper 04/12/2008
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GILES
GILES Dorothy December 4th 1997 Treasured memories of a loving mother and grandmother called to rest eleven years ago today. Always in our thoughts. Son John, daughter in law Caroline, grandchildren Emma and Jonathan. Published in paper 04/12/2008
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CREESE
CREESE Gerald Anthony Ged or Tony One year today, December 4th. If tears could build a stairway, And memories a lane. We'd walk right up to heaven, And bring you home again. We will love and miss you always. Sheila, Bill, Jaki, Charlie and Kate. Published
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KYTE
KYTE Cyril Raymond Peacefully at The Boynes Nursing Home, Upton on Severn, on November 28th, 2008, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of the late Ciss. Will be sadly missed by all his Family. The Funeral Service will take place at Worcester Crematorium, on
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WATKINSSTRAIN ALICE
WATKINSSTRAIN Julie and Dan Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful baby boy Isaac John. All our love ALICE, Mum, Dick, Alice, Jodie and Millie and Alice. xxxxx Published in paper 04/12/2008
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WATKINSSTRAIN
WATKINSSTRAIN Julie and Dan Congratulations on the birth of a beautiful babyboy Isaac. Love Mum and Dad, Jon and Janine xx Published in paper 04/12/2008
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COTTERILL
COTTERILL Derek Happy Birthday to our wonderful daddy. Love you lots and lots. From Ellie and Lewis. xxx Published in paper 04/12/2008
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BROWN
BROWN Beulah December 4th, 2005 Douglas March 5th, 1996 Your memories we hold dear, we still wish you were here. Your hearts were full of love for those you held so near. Treasured memories. Forever Sue, Shelia, Dennis, Ron, Viv, Allan, Paul, Tina, Grandchildren
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Bird's-eye view
Sir – Talking of crows (Sharon Boardman, Wildlife, November 15) I have watched them bury some of the bread I threw down to them under grass cuttings for later on. GEORGE COWLEY, Worcester.
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It's awful to die in a hospital bed
SIR – The nearer I approach that final end the more I resent how so many of us are forced to die in a hospital bed. Of course, if we are critically ill and need medical attention – but why when we are just slipping away? My mother was
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Duo resign from City board
TWO directors have resigned from Worcester City, just days after being elected. Simon Williams and Alistair Hayward-Wright have both stood down with immediate effect. Jon Prescott, Laurie Brown and Tony Partridge, who were all re-elected
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New man at the helm of city council
WORCESTER City Council has appointed a new man to lead the council following the imminent retirement of chief executive David Wareing. Alan Stuttard will be appointed Acting Head of Paid Service from March 1 until the end of 2009. Mr
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Thanks for all your donations
Sir – My husband Don Day was 80 on November 15, on which date I held an open day for friends to call for wine, cheese and refreshments, requesting that in lieu of presents a donation be made by his suggestion of behalf of the RAF Association
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New man at the helm of city council
WORCESTER City Council has appointed a new man to lead the authority, following the imminent retirement of chief executive David Wareing. Alan Stuttard will be appointed Acting Head of Paid Service from March 1 until the end of 2009.
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Hospital ban on visitors after vomit virus attack
VISITORS have been banned from Worcestershire Royal Hospital following the norovirus outbreak. The Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, which runs the hospital in Newtown Road, Worcester, put out a statement banning visitors late yesterday morning
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Appreciation of excellent article
Sir – I must express appreciation of Mike Pryce’s excellent article concerning myself, and Phil Pegler’s generous response in the Letters page. I thank Mr Pegler for his wishes for my increased longevity. I will certainly try to see out my
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I don't say I have all the answers
SIR – Julian Thake says I shan’t “wriggle out” of questions on abortion which I leave unanswered (November 25). The fact is, I don’t pretend to have all the answers. I don’t imagine that I have privileged access to moral truth. But you don’
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Stop parking in the child places
SIR – Why is it that intelligent people are unable to stop themselves parking in spaces allocated for parents with young children. The purpose of these places are to assist the parent in getting children in and out of a car without damaging other
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We must have open democracy
SIR – Letters, November 24. With the heading ‘Sometimes the press stir rather than report’ – perhaps those who complain would prefer that Malvern voters not read or hear the party political workings of the council or, for example, that the councillors
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Father mounts peaceful protest
A FORMER Fathers-4-Justice protestor mounted a peaceful demonstration outside Worcester County Court. Terry Hunt, who once dressed as Spider-Man to highlight the plight of dads fighting for better access to their children, was involved in a more low
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The USA could come out on top
SIR – If the sub prime global financial meltdown had been caused by someone in Brussels we wouldn’t have had this muted reaction from all the usual USA worshippers who write in the newspaper. They would have had much more to say about it and the
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System served us well since 1888
SIR – When looking at the national local government scene, let us be perfectly honest with ourselves, Councillor Bob Peachey was on-theball. The committee system of local government has served our nation well since 1888. The American experience
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Perry Wood Primary and Nursery School - £100 gift helps ease kids' coat theft pain
FIVE stolen waterproofs have been replaced thanks to a kind-hearted councillor. Bob Peachey, a Worcestershire county councillor, handed over a £100 donation to buy five replacement waterproofs after 22 sets of the clothing were stolen from Perry
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Stupid licensing laws lead to irresponsible behaviour
SIR – I saw the story of the four men who travelled to Worcester from Wales for a drunken night out and finished up involved in violent altercations. The judge let them off because they would be missed by their women and they showed remorse
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Your MP Writes
THE opening of Parliament by the Queen yesterday had more than its usual constitutional significance. It came at a time when the authority and status of Parliament is being questioned as never before in recent history. The Damian Green affair
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Wake up for Queen
SIR – When the Queen receives her national identity card made out in the name of Elizabeth Windsor it should awaken her to the tragic consequences of her actions on taking the advice of her ministers and signing away the power of the monarchy
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Accurate Archers pick off Dragons
ARCHERS proved their aim is true with victory over Dragons in Worcester and District Women’s Skittles League Division One. Division One: Archers 332 (10) (D Jennings 32, A Morris, G Bishop 31), Dragons 315 (1) (J Burrows 33, D Griffin 33 (9), K Hemsworth
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Post offices should be able to compete
SIR – Having little, if any, confidence in politicians, the debacle over the Post Office Card account exposes yet another game of politics. The main player in this instance being Peter Mandelson who’s longstanding wish is that the Post Office
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How much you will pay to park in city
SHOPPERS will have to pay more to park their cars in Worcester from the beginning of next year. A major overhaul of car parking charges in the city will mean people will have to pay an average of about 10p more for every hour of parking. Clare Street
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Surely we can do better than this?
SIR – Regarding ‘Two hundred families lose homes’ – surely the council should step in and buy these homes up and then rent them back to the families to keep them in their homes. Surely its got to be better than the story about Beverly Day who
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Get perfect gifts that won't cost the earth
WITH everyone watching their purse strings and shoppers being a lot more selective over the Christmas presents they are buying, the key seems to be this year to buy token gifts. So rather than the last minute panic as you dash around the shops
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Aussie signing Noffke hit by injury
WORCESTERSHIRE’S overseas signing for the forthcoming campaign, Ashley Noffke, has been sidelined by an on-going back complaint. The Australian all-rounder had to be replaced by Australian Test team discard Shane Watson for Queensland Bulls’ one-day
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Good job we're not under the influence
SIR – Phew! What a relief that the BBC’s influence over British political life hasn’t been extended to silencing our Worcester News. It’s quite bad enough that Britain’s national politics are dominated by the opinions of a few unelected BBC
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Total contempt for the views of others
SIR – Of late, there seems to be a spate of sanctimonious drivel emanating from the ‘we hate humanists brigade’, the latest prize candidate being John E Iebole who smugly informs us: “Humanists have not got a clue about how human hearts, minds
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We were told this would not happen
SIR – Regarding the article by James Connell telling us of the disgraceful wait patients have to endure at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, stuck in ambulances before any bed can be found. This hospital was just a disaster from the start. Its
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This hospital was too small from the start
SIR – In reply to your Comment ‘Is hospital too small for the population?’ The answer is yes! And with the proposed thousands of new homes due to be built in Worcestershire it would be laughable if it wasn’t so important to us. Readers wrote
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COMMENT: Please get youngsters vaccinated
MEASLES is one of those diseases that people of a certain age remember well from their childhood. What tends to be forgotten, however, is how serious the illness and its potential complications can be. The triple vaccination for measles, mumps
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Firm faces charges over death of Emily
A NEW Zealand company and its owner are facing charges over the death of former Worcester schoolgirl Emily Jordan. Brad McLeod, director of Black Sheep Adventures Ltd, appeared at Queenstown District Court on Monday. The charges, three against McLeod
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Man given chance to turn his life around
A MAN who repeatedly stole from friends has been given a chance to turn his life around. Dylan Morgan took cash from two friends and his aunt’s benefit money to fund his heroin addiction. After admitting the offences Morgan was given a suspended prison
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Fears of epidemic as measles cases rise
MEASLES is on the rise in Worcestershire with 18 cases reported last month as fears of an epidemic continue. There were 18 suspected cases in Worcestershire, 14 in Staffordshire and 42 in Warwickshire in November. There have been three
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Tesco plans giant wind turbines for Worcester stores
Giant wind turbines could soon be installed in the car parks of two Worcester supermarkets. Tesco has submitted a pre-planning application for two WindRotors at its store in Warndon Villages, and one at the store in St Peter’s. But the
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Tuitupou has talks over new contract
RUMOURS that Warriors centre Sam Tuitupou’s family are unsettled in Worcester and keen to return to their native New Zealand are unfounded, according to Sixways director of rugby Mike Ruddock. Suggestions had surfaced that the former All Blacks
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Can you help over teenage assault?
TWO men could have vital information about an assault on a teenage girl in Worcester. The two men – one wearing a distinctive white coat – were captured on CCTV with the girl in the city centre hours after she had been assaulted. Police
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Prison term suspended for council tax dodger
A MAN who refused to pay his council tax has had a sentence of 90 days in prison suspended. Robert Hall has got to pay back £2,377.37 to Wychavon District Council. A set amount of money will be paid every month for the next three years
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Turnover is up to £34m for thriving company
NATIONAL supply chain specialist TM Logistics, which has grown out of the Worcestershire village transport company Taylors of Martley, has turned in another set of solid financial results for the year ending June 30 2008. The company, which now employs
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Stars of tomorrow enjoy the big-time
IT was a big night for the area’s apprentices when Worcestershire Group Training Association held its annual awards evening at Worcester Rugby Club. The event marked the achievements of more than 300 apprentices in engineering, business and administration
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Do you have room for a teenager?
PEOPLE who have a spare room are being asked to help troubled Worcestershire teenagers. A new scheme called Nightstop offers overnight accommodation to youngsters in an emergency situation. Nightstop co-ordinator Becky Whittall, said: “Anyone
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There could be more homes we can afford
MORE affordable homes in Worcestershire and Herefordshire could become available following the government’s decision to agree approval for West Mercia Housing Group to join forces with another leading midlands housing association. Coventry-based Whitefriars
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Get a photo taken with English football's top trophy
FOOTBALL fans will be able to have their picture taken with one of the most prestigious prizes in world football – the Barclays Premiership trophy – at the official opening of a recently refurbished bank in Worcester city centre. The trophy, won by Manchester
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Shop for cider or gifts at late-night event
LATE night shopping is going to be available at a popular cider producers centre from tonight. For the next two Thursdays and Friday, there will be the chance to shop for cider and gifts at Westons Cider, near Hereford. The shopping evenings are designed
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Court trial will go ahead soon
MAGISTRATES refused to postpone a court trial for a man who failed to get legal representation. Michael Ball, of Kings Hill, Kempsey, near Worcester, is due to face two charges of assault and possession of an imitation firearm. At Worcester
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Man charged with assaulting shop workers
A WORCESTER man has appeared before city magistrates charged with assaulting two shop workers and possessing an offensive weapon. Paul Raymond, of Maple Avenue, Tolladine, gave no indication of plea to the charges, which also included escaping lawful
