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Superb Stag hunt for Harriers
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers maintained their promotion push after eventually breaking down Mansfield Town 2-0 at Aggborough tonight. Harriers are now third in the Blue Square Premier, seven points behind leaders Burton Albion with a game in hand
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Colourful book pays tribute to craftsman
THE talent of a local craftsman has been brought to life in a colourful book by a Pershore author who was captivated by the beauty of his work. The craftsman Albert Edward Lemmon is the subject of a book by retired headteacher Roy Albutt of Great Calcfroft
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Man had drunk 15 pints before attacking partner
A DRUNKEN man struck his partner in the back and trashed her house after drinking 15 pints. Wesley Fisher, aged 64, of Summerfield Gardens, Evesham, admitted common assault and two charges of criminal damage when he appeared before Worcester
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It will be an honour serving Tories again
A WORCESTERSHIRE MP has been returned to a key political position unopposed for the seventh consecutive year. West Worcestershire’s long-serving MP Sir Michael Spicer will continue in his position as chairman of the Conservative party in Parliament –
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Father killed daughter in "nightmare" car accident
AN EIGHTEEN-month-old girl died after being run over by her father on the driveway of their Herefordshire home, an inquest heard. Well-known county farmer Angus Davison did not realise he had reversed over daughter Greta until he received a telephone
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Which of these cute canines will be this year’s top dog?
ONCE again, thousands of readers have voted for their favourite pooch in this year’s ever-popular Worcester News Pet Idol competition. More than 400 proud pet owners sent in their entries. We printed them in the paper and asked you to vote
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Pershore make a splash in cup
PERSHORE ‘C’ have opened up a 29-point lead after week two of the Worcester Snooker League Dolphin Cup. The early leaders extended their advantage at the top courtesy of a 314-297 victory over Hallow ‘B’ (Mon), while second-placed Rileys ‘B’ could only
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Honoured guests open fair
ABBEY Park Middle School’s Christmas fair was formally opened by the Mayor and Mayoress of Pershore. The fair raised £1,600 for school funds, making it the most successful ever. A spokesman said: “Many pupils ran their own stalls as well as the grand
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Cabaret - Malvern Theatres
WILKOMMEN, bienvenue and welcome to early 1930s Berlin, the infamous Kit Kat Club and the start of what must be one of the greatest musicals of all time – Cabaret. Not only does it have stunning songs and fascinating characters, it also has a compelling
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Police marshals to help festive revellers get a taxi
MARSHALS will help revellers get a taxi home this Christmas, say police. Marshals will be on duty at The Cross in Worcester at busy times over the festive period and will supervise the smooth running of taxi rank area. The new scheme has been organised
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Christmas cuddle for safari santa
Santa took time out of his busy schedule at West Midland Safari Park to go on safari. During his visit to the Bewdley-based park, Santa encountered hundreds of animals, but none quite so attentive as Latabe, the 16-year old African elephant. Santa
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Temperatures expected to fall further
WORCESTERSHIRE County Council is warning road users to be extra vigilant for the next 24 hours with temperatures potentially dropping as low as eight-to-nine degrees below freezing. Worcestershire County Council will be gritting roads along pre-approved
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Bromyard climb Hill
BROMYARD regained the Midlands Six West (South-west) top spot with a seven-try haul to beat a good Clee Hill side 44-3. Despite succumbing to an early penalty, Bromyard showed great spirit and entertained their supporters with a display of open running
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Defford march on despite the freeze
THE latest Birdseye Sports Evesham Sunday Football League programme was severely curtailed by the freezing weather. Only seven games survived the frost including Defford/Besford United who reached the last eight of the Bluck Cup with a 2-1 victory at
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Bromsgrove put on classy show
BROMSGROVE produced a stylish 39-16 victory in a potentially tricky trip to Stoke in Midlands Two West. Against the odds, conditions were good and the Boars played with purpose from the kick-off. The front row were solid in the face of big opponents
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Speeding head of PE escapes ban on driving
THE head of physical education at a prestigious Hereford school has escaped a driving ban, despite speeding at almost twice the limit. Andrew Hamilton, head of PE at Hereford Cathedral School, was captured with a speed measuring device travelling
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Abusive woman used alcohol as substitue for drugs
A FORMER drug addict who swore repeatedly at neighbours and police after getting drunk at a funeral has appeared before Worcester’s magistrates. Nicola Smith of Chedworth Drive, Warndon, Worcester was arrested after police were called to some flats
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Rising Stars edged past Archers in thrilling clash
ALL the latest results from the Worcester and District Women’s Skittles League. Division One: The Jewels 326 (2) (B Fowles 34, R Widdett 33), Schooners 333 (9) (M Walford 34, J Sanders 33); High Flyers 329 (3) (H Stephens 35, P Jones 34), Flintstones
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North Midlandss U20s go down to heavy defeat
NORTH Midlands Under 20s were beaten 33-5 by defending national champions Gloucestershire in a rugby friendly at the Coney Hill club in Gloucester. Although North Midlands travelled expecting a training match at the start of their build-up to this season
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Pupils read for charity
PUPILS at King’s St Alban’s in Worcester have presented a cheque for more than £2,000 to help sick children. Children read more than 600 books during the week-long Readathon event to raise money. The school’s 180 girls and boys are now
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Newspaper firm reveals job losses
WORCESTER News publisher Newsquest has announced at least eight job losses in its Worcester division as the economic crisis continues to have an adverse effect on the newspaper industry. The proposed job cuts affect most departments in the
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Leaders cruise to another success
MORGANITE extended their lead at the top of Worcester Friendly Skittles League Wednesday Division One with a comfortable victory over struggling Barbarians. Division One: Scorpions 485 (18) (R Stanley 45, K Holland 43, M Stones, G Jones 42,
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Book brings the history of Witley Court to life
A NEW guidebook looks back at the spectacular history of Worcestershire’s Witley Court. Once one of England’s greatest country estates, it has been given a new lease of life in the comprehensive English Heritage guide. Personal accounts and photographs
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Changeling
Oscar season is officially here and it has kicked off not with a bang but with a resounding shudder. It is the after effect from a hand grenade to be more precise because Clint Eastwood’s latest is an important, emotionally engaging and well crafted
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Have boots, will travel... to Vietnam
AN air hostess is swapping high heels for hiking boots to raise money for Acorns Children’s Hospice. Julie Sansome is gearing up to trek 75 kilometres through a mountainous hill tribe area of northern Vietnam. She hopes to raise £3,000 for the charity
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Turbine plans opposed
TWO massive wind turbines could be built on a Worcestershire farm. The 22-metre high (72.2 ft) structures would provide enough energy to power Brine Pits Farm, Brine Pits Lane, Wychbold, Droitwich, and deliver enough surplus energy equivalent
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Bob: Christmas is banned... again?
One of the more modern signs of Christmas approaching is (ironically) the annual slew of stories about how this year there won't be a Christmas, because some council/school somewhere is "cancelling" or even "banning" it. As if. Every
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Rugby suicide: No charges to be brought
THE parents of Dan James, who travelled to Switzerland to commit suicide, will not be charged, the CPS has announced. As we exclusively reported in October, the 23-year-old Worcester man travelled with his parents to Switzerland in order
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Our extra festive break is too long, say county’s MPs
WORCESTESHIRE MPs have spoken out about their extra-long Christmas holiday. Parliament’s forthcoming festive break – from Thursday, December 18, to Monday, January 12 – is a week longer than normal and will be followed by the shortest parliamentary
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KERR
KERR Trudy, Neil, Reece and Charlie are proud to announce the arrival of Millie Joan Kerr, born on Wednesday, December 3rd, weighing 8lb 6oz. Many thanks to all the Midwives at Worcestershire Royal Hospital for all the wonderful assistance that they provided
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COOPER
COOPER Mabel Graceknown as Grace Formerly of Checketts Court. Passed away peacefully in Hospital on December 7th, 2008, aged 93 years. Much loved mother of Trevor and Ena, Hazel and Ivan, Sandra and the late Graham and John and Christine. A dearly loved
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BARLETTA
BARLETTA Maria Passed away in Hospital on December 6th, 2008, aged 81 years. Beloved wife of the late Pompilio. Loving mother of Tony and Bruno and a dear grandmother. Funeral service at St George's Roman Catholic Church, Sansome Place, on Wednesday,December
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COX
COX Brian Passed away peacefully at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on Friday, December 5th,after a brave fight against his illness,aged 81 years. A much loved and devoted husband of Joyce. He will be sadly missed. He will be much missed by his daughter
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TRIMM
TRIMM Irene Passed away three years ago, December 9th. Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you're always there. Love always, Pete and Family. x Published in paper 09/12/2008
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JENNINGS
JENNINGS Michael Taken from us tragically five years ago. You and Billy Hall are always in our thoughts. Much love Mum, Donna and Tiffany. x Published in paper 09/12/2008
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EDARDS
EDARDS Edwin Bob In ever loving memory of a loving husband, dad and grandad, Who passed away twenty five years ago today. Till we meet again. Rene, Cheryl,Karen, Phaedraand Stephen Published in paper 09/12/2008
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HARRIS
HARRIS Michael Suddenly on December 6th, 2008, aged 39 years. Much loved husband of Mandy and devoted daddy to Rebecca, Amy, Lauren, Katie and Anna. Beloved son of Gloria and Joe. Also a loving brother, uncle and son in law who will be sadly missed by
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ADAMSON
ADAMSON Thomas James Of Warndon. Passed away peacefully on December 1st, 2008, aged 61 years. Will be sadly missed by all Familyand Friends. Funeral service at Church of the Sacred Heart, Droitwich on Monday, December 15th, 2008, at 11.45 a.m. followed
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HUGHES
HUGHES Sandra May Of Ronkswood, Worcester. Passed away suddenly in Hospital on December 2nd, 2008, aged 56 years. Much loved wife of Bill. A dearly loved mum and nan who will be sadly missed. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Friday, December
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GOULD
GOULD Ellen of Droitwich Spa. Suddenly but very peacefully at her daughters home on December 4th 2008 aged 94 years. She will be sadly missed by daughter Lynne, Roger and the family. The funeral service will take place at Worcester Crematorium on Monday
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HOBSON
HOBSON Hilda Sadly passed away on December 1st 2008, aged 85 years, at the Priory Care Home. She will be missed by Tony, Michael, Carol and all her Family and Friends. Funeral service on Tuesday, December 16th, at Worcester Crematorium, at 1.30 p.m. Flowers
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AYERS
AYERS Freda Joannee Mayo Fell asleep on December 2nd, 2008. Much loved wife of the late George, beloved mother of Bill, Linda, Pat and Richard. Also a dearly loved nan and great grandmother. She will be sadly missed. Funeral service at St John in Bedwardine
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JONES
JONES Lilian Annie Died on November 26th, 2008, two months after her 100th birthday, having suffereda fall. Funeral at Astwood Crematorium, on Thursday, December 11th, at 1.30 p.m. Flowers or cheques payable to Barnado's to A V Band 01905 22892 Published
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NEWPORT
NEWPORT Charles Roy Celia, Jill and Pam, would like to thank Family and Friends, for their cards, letters of sympathy and donations for the British Heart Foundation and Severn Valley Railway. Special thanks to Reverend Robert Latham, also the Organist
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BOZWARD
BOZWARD Edna Passed away one year today. Loved and missed. Will be in our memories forever. Your loving husband Brian and Family Published in paper 09/12/2008
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Christmas shoppers set city's tills ringing
WITH less than three weeks to go until Christmas, seasonal shoppers have finally hit the streets in droves. Bargain-hunters braved cold temperatures and crowded streets at the weekend to take advantage of sale prices in dozens of Worcester city centre
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Hard-fought win for Spa
DROITWICH earned two valuable Midlands Three West (South) points with a hard-fought 14-7 win against Old Coventrians at the Glyn Mitchell Memorial Ground. Early pressure from the hosts was rewarded with a penalty in front of the posts, but the normally
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Famous football trophy in city
FOOTBALL fans in Worcester must have thought they were dreaming when the Barclays Premier League trophy was spotted in the city. Young and old had their pictures taken with the silverware on display at Barclays’ refurbished branch in High Street
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Yates targeting revenge mission
“WE owe them one” — that’s the message from Kidderminster Harriers boss Mark Yates as he prepares to face Mansfield Town at Aggborough tonight (7.45). Harriers slumped to a 3-0 deficit in the first-half at Field Mill back in August before rallying
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Council criticised over handling of meal cuts
WORCESTERSHIRE County Council has been given a dressing down for the way it handled its decision to cut funding for hot meals for elderly people living in sheltered housing. The council has been criticised for its lack of communication with the housing
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Brass Spectacular, Huntington Hall
THIS concert was very much like an old-style Christmas stocking – full of good things and with one or two surprises thrown in for good measure. Malvern Hills District Brass Band’s musical director John Swindells lost no time in setting a cracking
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Thanks to all who helped at hospital
SIR – Recently some negative reports regarding Worcestershire Royal Hospital have been printed and I feel the need to respond. Within the last six weeks I have had three surgical operation at this hospital, firstly in dermatology and then ophthalmology
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We rose to challenge of baking bread for village
OMBERSLEY Bakery has been bringing in the dough for husband and wife team Diane and Max Seivewright for 20 years. Now, the couple will be marking the anniversary of their village business with a special celebration starting on Thursday, December
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Youngsters help store to encourage recycling
WORCESTER youngsters are invited to go green to help Tesco promote the benefits of recycling in their community. A green recycling machine, which separates and eats up most household waste including aluminium and steel cans, plastic bottles and
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Photo brought back many old memories
SIR – The photograph of the Midland Red employees in the December 3 issue brought back some golden memories for me. I worked for the Birmingham and Midland Motor Omnibus Company as a driver from 1963 to 1969 and nearly all those on the photograph
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Children meet professional actors
ASPIRING actors and dancers from Dines Green Primary School in Worcester, paid a visit to the Swan Theatre to meet the cast of Robin Hood. The youngsters enjoyed a sneak preview of the dance routines and were able to ask professional actors
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Singers Raise Cash for Charity
EIGHT vocalists sang their hearts out at St Mary’s School, Battenhall, Worcester, in a concert that raised more than £1,500 for charities. Songs ranging from the driving rhythm of River Deep Mountain High and the soaring notes of Up Where We Belong
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Rushwick In Bedwardine Women's Institute
ALTHOUGH it was November 5 there were no fireworks at the annual meeting, just a friendly atmosphere. Retiring president Eileen Williams, secretary Joan and retiring treasurer Viv gave their reports on a full and active year. Retiring committee
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Farming out to call centres is wrong
SIR – The Worcester News was too easy on the callcentre responsible for leaving two pensioners stranded in a lift while giggling audibly all the way down the line from Lancashire, or wherever it was. You state in your editorial that it is understandable
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Rovers aiming to stay on win trail
IN-form Bromsgrove Rovers go in search of their fourth successive British Gas Business Division One Midlands victory tonight at Dunstable Town (7.45). The Victoria Ground outfit’s recent run of form has seen them rocket up the table and they are now
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I found a piece of music history in pile of my friend's papers
A RARE piece of classical music history from 1876 has been found among the papers of a well-known Worcester music teacher. Among the papers and records left by Marjorie Potts, who died earlier this year, was a programme from the British premiere of German
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Pantomime time at Lane — oh yes it is!
IT’S pantomime season again and there’s a new production treading the boards — Worcester City Football Club. I can’t find a more apt way to describe the current happenings at St George’s Lane, which are now bordering on the farcical. If it
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Schools rewarded for healthy eating
A WORCESTERSHIRE and a Herefordshire school have been honoured by the Prince of Wales for their commitment to healthy and sustainable eating. The first annual Food for Life Partnership Awards, run by the Soil Association, were held last week
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Wychbold Women's Fellowship
THE meeting on November 17 was in the lounge of the Poplars with a good attendance. Angela presented her usual schedule of coming events in the parish, some of which are Thursday, December 11, at Upton Warren church at 7.30pm for a Carols by Candlelight
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St John's Townswomen's Guild
AT the November meeting the members were greatly entertained by Catherine Clark. Her talk was entitled My Life and Hats. During the evening she modelled some of the hats she hires out and kept us amused with many anecdotes of her experiences.
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Royal British Legion Stoke Works and Hanbury Branch
ON Remembrance Sunday a capacity congregation attended the church of St Michael, Stoke Prior, to pay tribute to those who gave their lives in two world wars so we might enjoy the freedom we know today. It was also an opportunity to remember those
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Where Teddy Bears Come From by Mark Burgess and Russell Ayto
LITTLE Wolf is about to set off on a special adventure. He can't sleep and needs a teddy bear. But where do they come from? Do you know? A perfect Christmas story about one of the most important questions of all. Published by Puffin Books (
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College students look at the case of Baby P
THE chilling death of Baby P and the controversy surrounding the child’s care is something that hasn’t been far from our screens or newspaper pages in recent weeks. It has once again highlighted holes in the social care system in Britain. At
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Oak Apple Women's Institute
WE were welcomed by our president to our November meeting. The apologies were given and the minutes were read and signed. Samples of Nivea cream had been sent to our secretary and these were distributed. Reminders were given of the group carol
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Inner Wheel Club of Droitwich Spa
A SUCCESSFUL ploughman’s lunch held in early November at Rotary House raised more than £300 for charity, president Margaret told the monthly meeting. She thanked all those who helped. Honorary member Jill Jennings received her badge at the meeting
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Comer Women's Institute
IT was a pleasure to see Viv Jackman, newly-elected president, starting off this season’s meeting of Comer WI. She welcomed a good number despite several apologies because of ill health and some holidays. Good wishes were given to four members
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My Best Pony Book by Jay Sanders
HI! My name is Rebekah Taylor Pascoe, but everyone calls me Becky. This scrapbook is all about horses and poneis and how to take care of them. There are pictures of my pony, Chance, plus heaps of information about learning to ride and looking after
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He hasn’t a clue about economy
SIR – John Shearon is the one who hasn’t a clue about the economy (December 1) – all he has is seemingly blind faith in the Labour party and Gordon Brown, who he has written in defence of several times over the past couple of months. It’s about
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Magic Puppy - School of Mischief by Sue Bentley
SO when Storm, and Old English Sheepdog puppy with twinkling blue eyes, magically appears, Freya isn't som homesick - even the puppy training school she and Storm have to attend becomes a world of magical adventure! Published by Puffin Books (RRP £3.99
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Famous football trophy in city
FOOTBALL fans in Worcester must have thought they were dreaming when the Barclays Premier League trophy was spotted in the city. Young and old had their pictures taken with the silverware on display at Barclays’ refurbished branch in High Street
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Daisy Dawson and the Secret Pool by Steve Voake
DAISY and her animal friends are on a woodland expedition to find and photograph some rather shy otters. But somewhere in the treetops birds are singing songs about storms - will Daisy get her picture before the bad weather gets them? Published by
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Use magic roundabout solution – it does work
SIR – The correspondence on these pages regarding the Powick roundabout appears to highlight various causes, mostly blaming drivers coming from different directions to those writing the letters – though very few offer solutions other than the
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Jamie and Angus Together by Anne Fine
ONCE best friends, always best friends. That's the way it is with Jamie and Angus. Join them as they takce a lively play mate, get muddled in a pretend game, and discover that playing isn't fun unless they are doing it together. Published by Walker
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COMMENT: Shops must make most of festive rush
ANY visitors to these shores who ventured into high streets or shopping centres at the weekend will have wondered whether Britain has escaped the credit crunch. There were certainly enough people beginning their Christmas shopping in earnest
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Enid Blyton's Enchanted World - Petal and the Enternal Bloom by Elise Allen
THROUGH the clouds at the top of the Faraway Tree lie the Lands of the Enchanted World. When Talon the evil Troll tries to steal the magic Talisman that link the Lands to the Tree, the Enchanted World is suddenly in danger. Can Silky and her fairy
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Drunken mum kicked son, 2, down stairs
A DRUNKEN mother was captured on CCTV kicking her two-year-old son down a flight of 12 concrete steps. Toddler Alfie Taylor suffered bruising to the bridge of his nose, forehead, a red mark under his left eye and bruising to his shoulder, lower
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Clementine Souffle
TYPE of dish : Dessert To serve : 6 Preparation : 20 min Cooking : 20 min Ingredients : 6 clementines 2 eggs + 3 egg whites 60g sugar 2 tablespoons corn flour 1 tablespoon oil Method: Preheat oven to 200°C (410°F). Slice
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Pershore and Ledbury share thrilling draw
PERSHORE visited Ross Road to take on Ledbury and the match ended in a gripping 33-33 draw. The two Midlands Four West (South) teams could not have differed more with the flare of the Ledbury back line contrasting with the attrition of the Pershore
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Veterans celebrate with Worcester Gold cheese
WORCESTER Gold cheese was among donations of the dairy product given to war veterans during a special ceremony. The Dairy Council’s annual ceremony of Christmas cheeses took place on Wednesday, December 3, when veterans at the Royal Hospital in Chelsea
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County’s England pair on stand-by
WORCESTERSHIRE duo Stephen Moore and Steven Davies have been placed on stand-by for England’s tour of India. Peter Moores’ men landed in Chennai last night for the start of their two-Test series in India after briefly returning home following
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Firm awarded for 'family' feel
A DROITWICH company providing residential and retirement properties with life-saving technology has been awarded the Investors in People standard. Cirrus Communication Systems is one of three companies that form Cirrus Building Technologies. Together
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Award boosts our fast and green service
WORCESTERSHIRE company Postcode Anywhere (Europe) has picked up an accolade at the Information and Communication Technology (ITC) Excellence Awards 2008. The data management company, which employs 16 people at its head office in Hallow, near Worcester
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We rose to challenge of baking bread for village
Ombersley Bakery has been bringing in the dough for husband and wife team Diane and Max Seivewright for 20 years. Now, the couple will be marking the anniversary of their village business with a special celebration starting on Thursday, December 18.
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'Dirty gypsy' taunt ended in violence
A TRAVELLER punched a woman as she sat in her car after she found out she had been having an affair with her husband. Jane Rippard suffered ‘redness and soreness’ to her cheek, bruising to her eye, a scratched neck and a cut finger after she was punched
