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Good cause need help from food-lovers
A CHARITY has offered to donate food to Worcester - but needs people to help. His Food, an international organisation that distributes food, clothing and humanitarian supplies all over the world, will deliver 26 pallets full of food to Worcester if
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Health services in the spotlight
HEALTH bosses have launched a major review of health services in Kidderminster. NHS Worcestershire is looking at the needs of patients in the town and the Wyre Forest district following a similar review which took place for Evesham. Details of the
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Lying rapper tried to sell stolen mixer
A WORCESTER man who tried to sell stolen goods is turning his life around, a court heard. Daniel Stretton, of the Hopmarket, claimed he was offered a rare DJ mixing desk worth £1,200 for £50 in June. The 26-year-old, who is an aspiring rapper with
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City through in the Trophy
CRAIG Wilding's sixth goal of the season secured Worcester City safe passage in the FA Trophy against Burnham. Wilding pounced 13 minutes from time, after Marco Adaggio's strike had hit the post, to hand City a 2-1 win. Adrian Sear had earlier given
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Bail granted for rape accused trio
Three brothers have appeared before a judge at Worcester Crown Court charged with a series of sex crimes dating back up to 44 years ago. Noah Johns, aged 59, of Farleigh Road, Pershore, denied seven counts of rape and one of indecent assault. Reggie
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Full-time - Worcester City 2 Burnham 1
90+3 mins: SUB. City: Marc McGregor replaces Marco Adaggio. 90+3 mins: Paul Coyne's free-kick is headed wide. 90+1 mins: City attacking as they look to see the game out. 88 mins: City living dangerously as Burnham pile on the
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Interfaith week is deemed success
THOUSANDS of people have taken part in Worcester’s first interfaith week. Yesterday, the Bishop of Worcester, the Rt Revd Dr John Inge, was at the Worcester Mosque in Tallow Hill in the company of Mullah Hafeezud Din, head Imam. The
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Road floods expected as river swells
Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected in Worcestershire, the Environment Agency has warned. The Agency issued the warning - known as a Flood Watch - this morning for areas near to the river Severn. The level at the Worcester
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County ‘B’ team in history-making run
POOL stars from Worcestershire have booked their place at the national finals with a match to spare. The county’s men’s ‘B’ team hammered Herefordshire 40-4 in region five of the English Pool Association. Victory ensured they won the league and will
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JENNINGS
JENNINGS Claire and Ian Would like to announce the safe arrival of Dylan John, born November 19th, 2009 weighing 5lb 13oz . A welcome brother for Joshua. Thanks to all Midwives on Delivery Suite at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. Published in paper 21/
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INCE
INCE Geoff Yvonne and Family wish to express their sincere thanks to Relatives and Friends for all the kindness and support shown to them during their recent bereavement. Thank you to all who attended the funeral, especially all Geoff's Colleagues from
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HUDSON COPD NHS
HUDSON Janatte Peacefully at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on November 14th, 2009 aged 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Sonner, much loved mum of Patricia, Alfred and Trevor. Also a beloved mother in law to Robin, Pat and Dorothy, grandmother, great
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VERNALLS
VERNALLS Stewart Two years have gone so very fast, two years without your beaming smile, Your endless wit and cheerful banter. Missing you so very much "Old Pal". Gary, Jayne and Laura. x Published in paper 21/11/2009 in Worcester News
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PALMER
PALMER Terry Four years tomorrow you passed away, in my heart you will always stay. Loved and remembered every day. God bless. Shirley and Tinkerbelle. Published in paper 21/11/2009 in Worcester News
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CUMMINGS
CUMMINGS Valerie We cannot believe it's been three years since we said goodbye, Even though you are not around, we still feel you near by. We still miss and love you very much. From Arthur, Shiralee, Donna, Dennis and Grandchildren. Published in paper
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HUNT
HUNT nee Moseley Anita Gaynor Passed away suddenly on November 14th, 2009 aged 57 years. Much loved by husband Tom, father Harold, Bett, brother David, sisters Julie and Marea and nephews Steven, David, Robbie, Matthew and Richard. She will be sadly missed
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SHARP
SHARP Susan Sue Peacefully at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on November 12th, 2009, aged 59 years. Loving wife of Ray, also a much loved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service to take place at Worcester Crematorium on Friday, November
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JENNINGS
JENNINGS Claire and Ian Congratulations on the safe arrival of Dylan John, a little brother for Joshua. Lots of love, Mum, Nan Deak, Louise, Claire and Families xxx Published in paper 21/11/2009 in Worcester News
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SMITH
SMITH James 23.11.40 Dad, wishing you a happy 69th birthday, although you are no longer here. Missing you lots. Love Sharon, Darren and Family xxx Published in paper 21/11/2009 in Worcester News
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ATTWOOD
ATTWOOD Kate Mum Its been three years since you passed away, been thinking of you night and day. All our love Marg and Pete. ---------- Nan / Nannie Kate Three years ago you passed away, In our hearts you will always stay. Love Samantha, Seldon, Marshall
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CREESE
CREESE Haze Gone for a year, still missed by Chris and family. Published in paper 21/11/2009 in Worcester News
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TURNBULL
TURNBULL Kathleen Six years today. Sadly missed. Remembered with love from all the Family. Published in paper 21/11/2009 in Worcester News
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We had so much fun raising money for Children in Need
CHEST waxings, walks and pyjama parties were just some of the ways people clowned around to raise money for disadvantaged children yesterday (Fri). The events were all for Children in Need, the charity which raises money for youngsters around the UK.
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Gold medal haul for Bowbrook House School duo
TWO talented students from Bowbrook House School in Peopleton have showered themselves in glory at the ISA National Swimming Championships in Coventry. Harry Sykes, aged 12 competed in three events, 50m individual breastroke, medley relay and the
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Rock band Ash show the fans they’ve still got fire in their bellies
ROCK band Ash played to a sell-out crowd in Worcester. Visiting the city for the first time, the band whose hits have included Girl From Mars and Oh Yeah called at Worcester’s Dive Bar. Tickets for the gig had sold fast, and more than 400 people turned
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Deadly duo get Yates’ approval
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers manager Mark Yates has backed his strike force to terrorise defences in the Blue Square Premier. Robbie Matthews and Matthew Barnes-Homer were a formidable combination as Harriers stopped Blue Square Premier leaders Oxford United
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Wolves hunting further success at home
WORCESTER Wolves search for their fourth consecutive home victory tonight when they host Cheshire Jets at the University of Worcester (7pm). Having defeated high-flying Milton Keynes Lions in the British Basketball League last weekend, head coach Chuck
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Khan up for cup
SHABIR Khan believes he will return to Worcester City a better player for his exploits with Pakistan. The left-back flew out to Qatar on Thursday for a week-long training camp ahead of the South Asian Football Federation Cup in Dhaka, Bangladesh
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COMMENT: Priority must be protection from floods
MANY of our readers will understand exactly what the people of Cumbria have been going through in the last 36 hours. The rains that brought such devastation to places like Workington and Cockermouth were eerily reminiscent of the deluge that hit Worcestershire
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County’s top fire officers take on rescue
WORCESTERSHIRE’S top fire officers have been called in to spearhead the major flood rescue which is underway in England’s North West. Paul Hayden, the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Fire and Rescue Service’s chief fire officer, travelled
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Times are better now youths have a voice
SIR – I attended an orphanage school where we were expected to be seen but not heard. Sport was my main way of letting off steam as we were silenced at mealtimes if we became too noisy. That and a number of things made verbal expression difficult. However
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Nursing degree will cause division
SIR – I see nurses will, in future, need a degree. But I think to be a good nurse would depend on the individual and I would like someone caring, gentle and understanding. I don’t think it would matter whether they had a degree or not. I somehow think
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Green Party big on animal welfare
SIR – In his letter of November 14, Jon Burgess suggested that the hunting issue is just spin and soundbite for the Green Party. Animal welfare is an important part of the Green Party manifesto for social and environmental justice. Too often we are
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MPs out of touch with constituents
Sir – I was surprised, but perhaps I should not have been, by the attendance of MPs at the recent parliamentary debate on tackling anti-social behavior in Dr Richard Taylor’s column in the Worcester News (November 12). Despite members of the public
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EU try to make it difficult to leave
Sir – With the politicians in a comatose state of shock and the rest of us desperately trying to figure out what it actually means, the Czechs have put the last signature on the Lisbon Treaty. We can still leave the EU at any time but Lisbon makes it
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Jailed Facebook bully speaks of regret
A TEENAGER who became the first person in Britain to be sent to prison for being a Facebook bully has spoken of her remorse. Keeley Houghton was locked up after she posted a threatening message on the social networking site. She was described
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The Swan - for Vesta
THE city of Worcester will soon be celebrating the life of music hall legend Vesta Tilley. An official launch of the Vesta Tilley Society will take place at the Swan Theatre, Worcester, on Sunday at 7pm. Tilley, born Matilda Alice Powles, had a hugely-successful
