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There's no stopping dedicated Joan
DEDICATED: A pensioner from Worcester has vowed to continue her hard work helping the elderly. Joan Carless, of Barbourne, has been volunteering at the WRVS – Women's Royal Voluntary Service – for the last 42 years. Mrs Carless, above front, has a
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Worcester Warriors 12 Bath 12
WILLIE Walker’s 75th-minute penalty secured Worcester Warriors a 12-12 Guinness Premiership draw with Bath at Sixways tonight. The New Zealand Maori stand-off slotted four kicks to cancel out the efforts of Ryan Davies, who booted all 12 of Bath’s points
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Health chief defends firm over concerns
A HEALTH boss says the controversial private company that runs Worcestershire’s out-of-hours service is not “a cheap joke” despite concerns over performance. Dr Bryan Smith, chairman of NHS Worcestershire, said Take Care Now (TCN), had received negative
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Pugh out to prove a point against the Shrews
HEREFORD United winger Marc Pugh has vowed to prove his worth to the man who kicked him into touch less than six months ago. Shrewsbury Town boss Paul Simpson released Pugh in the summer with a year of his contract remaining. Now Pugh, who still lives
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Worcester Warriors 12-12 Bath
Full-time: Willie Walker secures a late draw for Worcester with his fourth successful penalty. Ryan Davies also slotted four kicks at the two sides played out an engaging 12-12 draw. See tomorrow's Worcester News for a full match report and picture
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Sam’s spot-kick rescues Jaguars
A LAST-GASP Sam Kenny penalty gave relieved Nunnery Wood Jaguars Under 15s a 2-1 win at Burlish Olympic Youth. A combination of fine keeping and woeful finishing nearly gave Burlish an unexpected draw in the Stourport Youth League clash. Jaguars started
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Dylan’s double inspires Villages
DYLAN Barnes’ double guided Warndon Villages Scorpions Under 10s to a 2-0 win over Kempsey Colts. In a clash of the Mercian Festival Junior League Division One high-fliers, Scorpions exerted immediate pressure in blustery conditions. Ben Ward hit the
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Injured walker airlifted off Malvern Hills
A walker has been airlifted to hospital after she was injured on the Malvern Hills. The woman suffered a fractured ankle and had to be moved up the hill via a fire service all terrain vehicle before being taken by Air Ambulance to Worcestershire
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Ruddock wants an end to the new tackle law
WARRIORS director of rugby Mike Ruddock feels the new directives governing the tackle area have over-complicated the game and would be glad to see them scrapped. The Sixways chief believes the paying spectators are getting less quality rugby for their
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Give your cast-offs to charity
A CHARITY shop is offering to collect bags of unwanted goods from your doorstep. Staff from the YMCA store are travelling around Worcester visiting schools, businesses and organisations to pick up donations. Dozens of people have already taken part
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£29,000 worth of coats stolen
PEOPLE have been asked to be wary of offers of stolen property after 54 high-value women’s coats - worth £29,000 - were stolen. Five men were seen on CCTV breaking into Cotswold Outdoor at Webbs of Wychbold, near Bromsgrove, between 7.20pm
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Handle rare china and tour museum with Henry Sandon
PORCELAIN lovers will have the opportunity to get their hands on valuable pots, plates and moulds during national antiques week. Worcester Porcelain Museum, the world’s largest and most impressive collection of Worcester porcelain, is celebrating the
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Town gets in gear for 2010 bloom awards
MALVERN in Bloom’s 2010 efforts are up and running following the group’s first meeting of the new campaign. Steering group members met at the Malvern Town Council chamber, in Belle Vue Terrace, to start making plans for the year ahead.
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Council welcomes new managing director
A NEW managing director has been appointed to run Worcester City Council. Duncan Sharkey was approved following a vote by councillors at the Guildhall on Wednesday. Mr Sharkey will pick up a £105,824 annual pay packet and is set to take
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Worcs fire chief to lead Cumbrian flood rescue
WORCESTERSHIRE’S top fire officer has been called in to lead the major flood rescue underway in England’s North West. Paul Hayden, Herefordshire and Worcestershire Fire and Rescue Service’s chief fire officer, is on his way to a command centre
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STOCK
STOCK Hazel nee Wakefield Dearly loved sister to Terry. Sister in law to Margaret, auntie to Christine. Called to higher service November 17th, 2009, after much suffering. Friend to many. Enemy to none. God Bless. Published in paper 20/11/2009 in Worcester
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CROUCHER
CROUCHER Norman Arthur Of Tagwell Road, Droitwich Spa. Passed away peacefully at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on Monday, November 16th, 2009 aged 87 years. Now reunited with his beloved wife, the late Eileen. Sadly missed by his daughters Hazel and Corrine
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RONCHETTI
RONCHETTI Barbara Bar Dear sister, auntie, and friend to so many. Ever in our thoughts. Published in paper 20/11/2009 in Worcester News
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JONES
JONES Kevin Dad and Grandad We're thinking of you with love today. But that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, And days before that too. We think of you in silence, We often speak your name. Now all we have is memories, And your picture in
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WILKES
WILKES Mo 22.11.08 We miss you so much. Pete, Nicholas, Debbie, Michelle, Amelia and Millie. Published in paper 20/11/2009 in Worcester News
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WINTLE
WINTLE John Passed away peacefully on November 17th, 2009 aged 51 years. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday, November 25th at 2.30 p.m. Flowers may be sent to E J Gumery & Son, 68/70 Ombersley Road, Worcester WR3 7EU Published in
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GARSIDE
GARSIDE Arthur Passed away peacefully on November 15th, 2009, aged 77 years. Husband, dad, grandad and father in law. He will be sadly missed. Funeral service to take place at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday, November 25th at 1 p.m. Family flowers
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ARNOLD
ARNOLD Roger Taken suddenly at home on November 13th, 2009 aged 73 years. The most wonderful, beloved husband of Mave, a fantastic father to David and Dawn and father in law to Maryanne. Also an adored and very much loved grandad to Thomas and Lucy. Will
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STOCK
STOCK Hazel nee Wakefield Peacefully at Worcester Intermediate Care Unit after a short illness bravely borne, on November 17th, 2009, aged 76 years. Devoted wife of Ron, much loved mum of Duncan and Annette, mother in law to Sue and Igor and loving nan
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REEVE
REEVE Joan Former landlady of the Brewers Arms, St Johns, Worcester. Passed away peacefully on November 12th, 2009 aged 87 years. Dearly loved mum of Sue and son in law Bob. Much loved nan of Paul, Nick, Kevin and Kerry. Beloved nan-nan to Ian, Michael
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JONES
JONES Barbara of Callow End. Passed peacefully away after a short illness on November 18th, aged 80 years. Wife of the late Charles, loving mum to Peter, Michael, Stephen and Susan, mother in law to Jennie, Glinys, Jane and Paul, grandma to Vicki, Barry
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WHEELER
WHEELER Betty Shirley, Rita, Jackie and Families would like to thank all who attended their mum's funeral, the donations, cards and messages of sympathy. Also Doctors, Nurses of Berwyn House and Carers who looked after mum. Published in paper 20/11/2009
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MAUND
MAUND Joyce Five years ago today you passed away. Never forgotten. Love from Tom and Family. xxx Published in paper 20/11/2009 in Worcester News
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Sir Ian tackles the bullies
ACTOR Sir Ian McKellen visited Hanley Castle High School, near Malvern, as part of this week’s Anti-Bullying week. The visit was organised by Worcestershire County Council and Stonewall, one of the UK's most influential lesbian, gay, and bisexual rights
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MacRae impresses but Willie is still the top dog
MIKE Ruddock still considers stand-off Willie Walker his number one in the 10 shirt, despite the encouraging progress of Calum MacRae. The former Edinburgh utility-back was a steadying influence when switched from full-back to fly-half following
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Suspect charged with assault after flat fire
A MAN arrested in connection with a disturbance at a flat is due to appear in court charged with assault. He was detained yesterday by police investigating a suspected arson at a Stourport flat and will appear at Kidderminster Magistrates Court today
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Recipe: Tomato and Cumin Navrattan Biryani
AS the chilly nights draw in there are few dishes more comforting than a rich and spicy curry. But for many people the long list of ingredients is enough to put them off cooking Indian food. People always worry that cooking a curry must involve
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Cash boost means ambulance trust 'has no excuse'
AMBULANCE chiefs have been told they have no excuse for poor performance after £11 million in extra cash was pumped into the service. Paul Bates, chief executive of NHS Worcestershire, said leaders of the West Midlands Ambulance Service NHS
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The Cross Keys, Ombersley
AS WORCESTERSHIRE was being battled by the worst storm of the year so far, we took refuge in a village inn in the hope of enjoying a hearty meal and warm welcome. The Cross Keys at Ombersley is a charming and rustic pub, which serves a wide
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Hanley Castle High School: Sir Ian takes on the bullies
ACTOR Sir Ian McKellen visited Hanley Castle High School, near Malvern, as part of this week’s Anti- Bullying week. The visit was organised by Worcestershire County Council and Stonewall, one of the UK’s most influential lesbian, gay, and bisexual
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Cranham Primary School: Children wax lyrical about the climate
CHILDREN at a Worcester primary school have written a series of poems about climate change to help mark Switch It Off Week. Last week’s initiative was a bid to encourage Worcestershire people to do their bit to tackle climate change. The event
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Ruddock explains squad rotation
WARRIORS director of rugby Mike Ruddock has welcomed the break from Guinness Premiership action provided by the cup competitions. The Sixways chief believes teams would need massive squads to cope with the rigours of extended spells of high-intensity
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Kumari- Goddess of Secrets by Amanda Lees
Kumari is back from the World Beyond, but everything has changed. The palace is full of danger, her father is seriously ill and the Hidden Kingdom lies in crisis. What’s a girl goddess to do? Kumari’s still struggling to gain her Powers, while
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We want to know if our jobs will be going
STAFF at a vehicle hire company say they have been left in limbo after the firm where they work refused to tell them if they are to lose their jobs. Employees at Cartrux Vehicle Hire Ltd in Diglis, Worcester, were told the branch was going
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REVIEW: 2012
If film directors were considered as marvel comic characters, Roland Emmerich would no doubt be some sort of maniacal super villain; someone stop him before he tries to destroy the world again! Although this is not the first time he has destroyed
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Children in Need: What are you up to?
THE annual Children in Need charity extravaganza takes place today and thousands of people across the country are getting involved. The event culminates in a seven-hour TV marathon from 7pm on BBC1, hosted by Terry Wogan, Tess Daly and Alesha
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First travel triumph in range for United
HEREFORD United manager John Trewick believes it is only a matter of time before his team end their away hoodoo. The Bulls are one of only two clubs — the other being rock-bottom Darlington — who have yet to win a match on their travels in League Two
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Cup tie delayed by front row shortage
A DEPLETED Malvern RFC have been forced to postpone tomorrrow’s North Midlands Cup first round match at Whitchurch after illness, injury and unavailability hit their squad. According to RFU rules, teams entered into the cup have to register
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A fishy way to raise funds for children
A SEAFOOD business is giving fish lovers the chance to win £20 by guessing the weight of Harry the halibut. Pershore Seafoods, based at the town’s retail market in Cherry Orchard is running the week-long competition, where people can pay £1 to guess
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Harriers target repeat at Poppies
MANAGER Mark Yates is calling for his Kidderminster Harriers players to pick up at Kettering where they left off against Oxford United. Harriers stunned the Blue Square Premier leaders at Aggborough last Saturday with a 3-1 victory in which Robbie Matthews
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Weekend rugby fixtures
WORCESTER Wanderers will be looking to preserve their 100 per cent record when they host Aston Old Edwardians in round three of the Midlands Intermediate Cup tomorrow. Elsewhere in the competition, Droitwich are away at Lichfield. Intermediate Cup
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Congratulations
SIR – Congratulations to Kevin Connolly, who received an honourable master’s degree at Worcester University (Worcester News, November 6). I admire his courage in reporting from trouble spots. Good luck. GEORGE COWLEY Worcester
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No say in Europe would be bad idea
Sir – So, Gary Webb thinks my views on the EU are utter drivel. A prime example of the pot calling the kettle black. It has got nothing to do with “what the EU want me to think.” At the age of 18, with A-levels in history and geography, I am perfectly
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Shame on those who weren’t silent
SIR –Regarding your daily poll on the question ‘Did you observe the two minutes silence?’ 92 per cent said yes, five per cent forgot and three per cent chose not to. At least the five per cent were honest, if uncaring, but the three per cent should be
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How much does tax exercise cost?
SIR – In your Worcester News dated November 12, I read that the South Worcestershire Revenue and Benefits Shared Service is trying to claim credit for saving money from the single person discount system. What is not mentioned is the cost of the exercise
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Time to prune the excess politicians
SIR – It’s good to see someone’s on the same wave-length as myself. For a long time I’ve thought we were over- governed and there were far too many MPs in the House of Commons and worse in the Lords. I see Sir John Major, the former PM, said he would
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Not everyone is so honest these days
SIR – I would like to say how lucky Jill Whiting was to get her purse back after leaving it on the bus (Worcester News, November 10). Two years ago I did the same. Unlike Jill I wasn’t so lucky. A young girl picked up my purse, took it to the driver,
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Teenager held after drugs raid on house
WORCESTER police have arrested a teenager after raiding a house and seizing a “substantial amount” of cannabis. The Arboretum local policing team executed a warrant in Washington Street at about 10am yesterday. Officers have said the raid was a direct
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Can you help me find an old friend?
SIR – I attended Bishop Perowne School between 1975-1980 and am trying to trace a friend from this period. Her name was Rachel Langstone and she lived in Warndon, in Langdale Drive, I think. We unfortunately lost touch. Do any readers know of her whereabouts
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Rooney named Lane liaison officer
FORMER Worcester City manager George Rooney has returned to the club as football liaison officer. Rooney was in charge at St George’s Lane between 1986 and 1989 and again from 1992 to 1998. He has been appointed in an advisory role as a link be-tween
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Benjamin’s bouncing back
MILES Benjamin admits his own experience of ‘second season syndrome’ was a real learning curve and helped him to become a better all-round player. The explosive winger burst onto the scene in 2007 with a stunning return of 15 tries, including nine in
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CCTV cameras WILL be saved
Worcester’s CCTV monitoring system has been saved. Live monitoring of Worcester's camera system was set to end in April 2010, because of a lack of cash in Worcester City Council’s coffers. But under the new deal, monitoring will continue
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COMMENT: CCTV deal poses a lot of questions
THE deal announced last night to save Worcester’s CCTV monitoring system is, on the face of it, good news. We revealed exclusively on Tuesday that city councillors had struck a deal with their counterparts in Wychavon to safeguard monitoring of the network
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Meat thieves stole because of hunger
TWO men have been fined after admitting stealing from Worcester’s Somerfield store. Matthew Wardle, aged 30, and Matthew Goode, aged 36, appeared together at Worcester Magistrates Court. Wardle, of Tagwell Close, Droitwich, admitted stealing £46.36
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Choir needs new recruits
THE historic Three Choirs Festival is trying to attract young classical singers to be part of a new venture. Organisers of the annual festival, which takes place in Worcester once every three years, have seen through television shows such as Last Choir
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Seminar pulls in the pounds
STOURPORT-based IT support and solutions firm OGL Computer held a successful seminar at Worcestershire County Cricket Club’s new Graeme Hick Pavilion and raised money for charity in the process. The Protect IT event, focusing on data security, encryption
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Cadet move means party time!
WORCESTER’S Sea and Army cadets are moving to a brand new, purpose built premises behind the Lea & Perrins sauce factory. To welcome them to the community, and to coincide with National Interfaith week, local churches, the mosque, and schools in the
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Heroin addict led swearing to prison cell
A HEROIN addict has been sent to prison for six months after admitting shoplifting and trying to steal cars to fund his habit. Wayne Mountford, aged 25, shouted and swore at prison officers as he was led away following sentencing at Worcester
