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Law about cycling on pavements exists everywhere

Sir - J.B.Smith from Bridlington,North Humberside,(Worcester News 26th March ) had his otherwise wonderful visit to our cathedral city marred by cyclists riding on the pavements.He said that in the North it is an offence to cycle on the pavement.That

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Fire in the open near Worcester

FIRE crews were called to a fire in the open this afternoon. Crews from Stourport and Droitwich were called to Woodfield Lane in Ombersley just before 4.15pm.  

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Owumi praise for Wolves record on road

CAPTAIN Alex Owumi believes Worcester Wolves' formidable away record will stand them in good stead for their date with destiny in tomorrow's British Basketball League Trophy final.Paul James' team have won 11 of their 13 Championship matches

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Mea culpa won't do, I'm afraid

Sir -I cannot be the only person who wonders if Mr Yates is the right person for his job. He earns £122.000.00 per year, surely he would have private medical insurance to cover all eventualities.What was he even thinking of ,to ask us tax payers

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Boost for City stadium plans

PLANS to build a new stadium for Worcester City Football Club will be submitted to Worcester City Council next month. The club's supporters' trust, who have been working on designs for a ground at Perdiswell, will hand their proposal over on Wednesday

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Trade Unions in pay and living standards rally

TRADE unionists took to the streets of Worcester today as part of a campaign to raise pay and living standards. Members of Worcester Trades Union Council gathered in Angel Place to voice concern that wages are failing to keep pace with the cost

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Purse stolen at supermarket

A PURSE was stolen from a shoppers' handbag at Morrisons in Malvern.Police say the victim was distracted by someone asking the price of an item.It happened on Thursday morning at the Roman Way store and anyone with information is asked to dial the

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Epilepsy group in school appeal

Sir - National Epilepsy Week is coming up from 18-24 May and, here at Epilepsy Action, we are raising as much awareness as possible about the condition. Part of this involves celebrating educational establishments who are providing a supportive learning

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Williams warns Wolves against straying from plan

JAMAL Williams insists Worcester Wolves must stick to their game-plan if they are to lift the British Basketball League Trophy tomorrow.Just a little over 24 hours remain before Wolves take on Glasgow Rocks at the Commonwealth Arena in the Scottish capital

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Whild happy with current Harriers crop

KIDDERMINSTER Harriers manager Gary Whild reckons failing to add to his squad for the Skrill Premier play-off push might not be a bad thing.Whild and coaches Tim Flowers and Mark Creighton had been hoping to add at least one new face to the squad before

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Cyclists to help children in war torn country

CYCLISTS taking part in a road race near Worcester will be helping raise money for children caught up a war torn Syria.The race, set to feature 80 veteran cyclists aged 40 and over, is being organised by members of Velo Club Sevale, the Malvern road cycling

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Dad lends a hand amid Hereford struggle

THE father of left-back Chris Bush admits he has had to support his son financially through Hereford United's plight.Times are bleak for the Edgar Street club after they were served with a second winding-up order of the season this week over an unpaid

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Owner Clarke praises Wolves' loyal support

OWNER Roger Clarke says a Worcester Wolves triumph in the British Basketball League Trophy final would be dedicated to the club's loyal fans.Wolves, who were founded 14 years ago by Clarke and Mick Donovan, face Glasgow Rocks at the Commonwealth Arena

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Heeley happy with Aggborough transition for City

MOVING Worcester City from St George's Lane to Aggborough was always going to be a challenge.As well as asking fans to journey across the county following the sale of the club's century-old home, there was also the logistics of relocation.City

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Ambulance Service boss named one of the country's best

THE boss of the ambulance service covering Worcester has been named among the best the National Health Service (NHS) has.Anthony Marsh, chief executive of the West Midlands Ambulance Service, said he was "incredibly proud" to be given the accolade

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Special tea party for lovely mums

MUMS enjoyed a special treat to celebrate mother's day at a Worcester school yesterday.Reception children at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School invited their mums and grandmas into their school for the afternoon for a tea party. The children

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Vehicle and pedestrian in car park collision

FIRE crews were called to a car park collision between a vehicle and pedestrian. Firefighters from Worcester were called to St Martin's Gate car park in Worcester city centre just after 10.45am yesterday morning. The crew made the vehicle safe

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Taxi drivers in shock High Court battle with Worcester City Council

FURIOUS taxi drivers in Worcester are taking the city council to the High Court in a bitter dispute over buying new vehicles. The taxi trade say they face "ruins" because of a new rule which means some drivers must fork out nearly £40,000 to stay

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Football loving cancer sufferer meets his idols

A FOOTBALL mad cancer sufferer saw his dreams come true after being given the chance to meet his heroes.Liverpool fan Matthew Burton, 21, came face to face with Reds legends Steven Gerrard and Luis Suarez during an event organised by the football club