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We need to tackle the root causes of family breakdown, says Worcester MP
WORCESTER'S MP has urged the Government to tackle family breakdown - calling it "a great problem" for men as well as women. Robin Walker is calling on ministers to tackle the root causes of societal breakdown, saying issues like equal parenting
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Not bringing Trading Standards back in-house was too risky, says council director
A SENIOR council director has defended a move to take back control of Trading Standards - saying he feared the service was "at risk" without it. As your Worcester News revealed last month, Worcestershire County Council is going to bring the service
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Youngsters from Bowbrook House experience life as an evacuee
PUPILS from Bowbrook House School near Peopleton enjoyed an in-depth look at life during World War II with the help of historical interpreters from Bewdley Museum.The focus for the day was the Blitz and life on the Home Front and the children from year
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The contest is on for Pershore College's Young Gardeners
HORTICULTURE students from Pershore College will be competing to win the Young Gardeners of the Year Award 2016 at the Ideal Home Show next year.The annual competition sees six of the UK’s leading horticultural colleges go head-to-head to create stunning
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National title for Droitwich Amateur Boxing Academy's Sian O’Toole
SIAN O’Toole pulled no punches as she made history by becoming the first Droitwich Amateur Boxing Academy fighter to lift a national title. The 16-year-old stormed to a highly impressive first-round victory as she overwhelmed opponent Ceri-Anne
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Pershore High School headteacher turns author for his boyhood hero
A headteacher has turned author to ghost write a book for his boyhood footballing hero. Clive Corbett, head at Pershore High School, has helped write The Valley Wanderer about footballer Mike Bailey. It is the fourth book written by Mr Corbett, who researches
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UPDATED: Hylton Road reopens
WORCESTER'S Hylton Road has reopened. The road had been closed for the removal of Severn Trent Water's pumps.
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Leading councillor issues rallying call over huge Worcestershire County Council shake-up
A LEADING Worcestershire politician has urged people to get behind a massive shake-up of Worcestershire County Council - saying it is vital the changes work. Councillor Marc Bayliss, a member of the Conservative leadership, has mounted a passionate
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Scrum-half Charlie Mulchrone will skipper Worcester Warriors against Gloucester at Sixways
SCRUM-HALF Charlie Mulchrone will skipper Worcester Warriors in Thursday’s European Challenge Cup derby against defending champions Gloucester at Sixways (7.45pm). The former Rotherham captain also takes over the number nine jersey from Jean-Baptiste
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Perfect proposal captured on camera in Droitwich's Lido Park
A MILESTONE moment in the lives of one Droitwich couple was captured on camera by an unsuspecting photographer in Lido Park.Mum-of-one Louise Jackson said she was "shocked" when her then-boyfriend Chris Price got down on one knee during a family
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Nervous American Bull Dog 'who was scared of a cat' needs a loving new home
THIS is Brian, a two-year-old black and white American Bull Dog who needs a loving new home.He is a lovely boy who has come into the care of RSPCA Worcester & Mid-Worcestershire Branch through no fault of his own.Geraldine Haynes, branch trustee, said
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Turkey and tinsel lunch for Ferry View residents in Evesham
A turkey and tinsel lunch was enjoyed by 55 people thanks to the Evesham Hub. The Hub, formally known as Evesham Day Service, cooked up a festive lunch of turkey and stuffing baps and home-made mince pies for residents of Ferry View. The lunch guests
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Poet laureate invites Worcester children to take part in poetry competition
IN the UK more than 3.7 million people over the age of 65 are thought to live alone. And now children from Worcester are being invited to take part in Poetry Together, a new poetry competition designed to help fight loneliness this winter.The brainchild
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Oh Christmas tree! Worcester News readers share pictures of their trees
IT IS that time of year to go choose a Christmas tree or drag down an artificial one from the attic. Whether you like traditional decorations, an eclectic mixture gathered over the years or a unique alternative - we want to see. Email cp@worcesternews.co.uk
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Memorial tree to light up Upton
UPTON'S night sky will once again be lit up by Upton in Bloom’s fundraising memorial tree this Christmas.The annual project offers people the chance to celebrate lost loved-ones by dedicating a light on a tree in the Old Churchyard.Dedication forms are
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Family of Worcestershire-born Adam Coleman face anxious wait for news
THE distraught family of a Worcestershire-born surfer who is believed to have been gunned down in Mexico fear it could be weeks before they find out exactly what happened to him.Ian Coleman said he is still waiting for confirmation on whether two bodies
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Jewellery and iPad stolen in Rainbow Hill burglary
JEWELLERY and an Apple iPad have been stolen from a property in Worcester.The burglary took place in Rainbow Hill sometime between 1pm and 4pm on Friday (December 4).Anyone with information should contact West Mercia Police on 101 quoting reference number
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Bullock's Tea Room opening delayed until New Year
HOPES that an historic Droitwich tea room will re-open in time for Christmas have been dashed thanks to delayed BT cabling work, according to a businessman.Builder Steve Weaver, who co-owns of Bullock's Tea Rooms with Andrew Probyn, claims he has waited
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VIDEO: Worcester Warriors head coach Carl Hogg admits "critical" European Challenge Cup derby with Gloucester
WORCESTER Warriors head coach Carl Hogg admits Thursday’s night’s derby clash against Gloucester at Sixways is critical to their European Challenge Cup chances (7.45pm). Warriors won their group opener 19-3 against La Rochelle and then lost 27-
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Malvern Rugby Club fall at home to leaders Banbury
MALVERN could not stop Midlands Two West (South) leaders Banbury as they returned from Spring Lane with a 37-8 success. A howling wind did not let up and the same could be said of the Oxfordshire side, who produced a well-drilled, efficient display
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Could more 20mph speed limits be on the way to Worcestershire?
MORE 20 miles-per-hour speed limits could be introduced across Worcestershire - with police chiefs saying they are willing to actually enforce them. Your Worcester News can reveal how 82,000 people have been caught speeding in just one year across
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Bryce Heem named Worcester Warriors' player of month for November
NEWCOMER Bryce Heem has enjoyed a fine first month in Worcester Warriors colours after picking up the club’s Franco Florenzi player of the month award. As voted by the supporters, Heem picked up 39 per cent of the votes for his two showings against
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The Worcester Severn Inner Wheel Club celebrates raising nearly £40,000 over 30 years
A women's organisation has raised nearly £40,000 for more than 40 charities over the past three decades.The Worcester Severn Inner Wheel Club has raised the money through fun and friendship in the 30 years since it was created.Some of the charities the
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Worcester Soup serves up success for It's A Girl Thing
THE second Worcester Soup has helped to benefit a fundraising group which provides reusable feminine hygiene products to women around the world. About 70 people attended the micro-funding night at STARS Day Centre, Vincent Road, which hears four
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Police seize class A drugs in series of dramatic raids in Evesham and Pershore
POLICE swooped on three properties in Evesham and Pershore in a series of drugs busts. Class A and B drugs were seized and one man was arrested during the dramatic operation on Tuesday morning (December 8). Fifty wraps containing a white powder
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Time please! Couple retire after 40 years at popular city pub
A FOND farewell has been bid to a couple who ran a city centre pub for more than 40 years. Linda and Colin Griffin retired from the Swan with Two Nicks, New Street, on Thursday and said they were looking forward to a bit of time together – as well
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Sunny outlook for Bransford Webbs following solar panel installation
ONE of the area's leading plant nurseries is going sunny side up. Bransford Webbs, which is in the village of Bransford about three miles west of Worcester, has had new solar panels fitted to its main warehouse and office building, enabling the
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Clean up operation planned to remove debris on River Severn next to Worcester Bridge
A CLEAN up operation is being organised after waters receded on the River Severn to reveal a build-up mud and sludgy debris next to Worcester bridge.Rising waters led to the river bursting its banks and peaking at over four metres over the weekend, and
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Droitwich singers scoop £1,000 prize at choir competition
PROUD young singers from Droitwich beat off competition from dozens of talented school choirs to win a coveted prize. A choir of 40 Westacre Middle School students travelled to the intu Merry Hill shopping centre in Dudley on Friday to take part in its
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It's business as usual in Upton this week despite flood threat
IT was business as usual in Upton this week, despite the River Severn breaking its banks and flooding fields around the town.The Environment Agency closed the flood gates at the town's New Street on Friday as the water level rose, but by Tuesday, the
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Nominate an unsung Droitwich community hero for Wychavon award
THE SEARCH is on to find unsung heroes in Droitwich who deserve recognition for their selfless acts.Wychavon District Council is asking people who know someone who has helped to make the area a better place to nominate them for a Community Recognition
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Worcester Wolves rocked by Ben Eaves injury
WORCESTER Wolves forward Ben Eaves could be out of action for up to two months after going under the knife to repair a "very rare" thumb injury. The 28-year-old, who has been a regular in the Wolves team since his arrival from Manchester Giants
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Worcester woman set for Stressless Christmas after winning chair in Insitu's 30th anniversary draw
CHRISTMAS will be a little more relaxing for Sue Williams of Battenhall, Worcester, after winning a £1,000 chair in a draw to celebrate a local retailer's 30th anniversary.Mrs Williams entered the competition organised by independent furniture and design
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Worcester Reds captain Rachel Sweet wins Netball Superleague call-up for Loughborough Lightning
WORCESTER Reds captain Rachel Sweet has been picked for the Loughborough Lightning squad in the Netball Superleague. The defensive player will be involved with the Leicestershire team when the season gets under way televised live on Sky Sports
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Book detailing life of a British Motorcycle Road Race Champion, from Evesham, to be launched
LIFE in the fast lane, predominantly on two wheels and with a championship medal to boot, is depicted in a new book written by a Evesham man.Jim Curry, at the age of 74, has written his autobiography of his passion for motorcycle Grand Prix racing. This
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Council criticised by independent watchdog over how it handled £20m Worcester Waitrose objection
AN independent watchdog has ticked off Worcester City Council for how it handled an objector over the £20 million Waitrose store - criticising it on "transparency" grounds. In July last year the planning committee gave the green light to the
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Councillor proposes "golden opportunity" to promote Droitwich's history
A TECH-savvy town councillor claims there is a "golden opportunity" to promote Droitwich's heritage using QR codes on new street signage at Yew Tree Hill.Councillor Bob Brookes, who represents the East Ward on Droitwich Town Council, said the
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Worcestershire bowler Charlie Morris to tour South Africa with MCC
CHARLIE Morris has been included in a strong MCC squad who will be touring South Africa in late December and early January. The Worcestershire paceman is relishing the chance to test his skills in conditions that will provide a fresh challenge
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Chat and charity at networking event in Worcester
'TIS the season to go networking and SME Solicitors hosted an evening of festive chat and shopping in Worcester for local business ladies. They gathered at cocktail bar Alexanders in New Street to mingle over festive refreshments and chose some Christmas
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Santa Bus set to spread festive fun throughout routes across Worcester and Malvern
SANTA Claus is coming to a destination near you in Worcester and Malvern on his own bus.First Worcester is sending out the Santa Bus, which has been transformed with lights, trimmings and tinsel, on a variety of routes this week.Santa will be in the driving
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Coming soon: Worcester News Christmas in Schools picture special 2015
THE popular Worcester News Christmas in Schools picture specials are being published in the paper next Monday and Tuesday (December 14 and 15). Make sure you get a copy! Schools featured are: Kempsey Primary Broadheath CE Primary Bowbrook
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Former nuns convent turns into popular wedding venue
APPROPRIATELY for a former religious retreat, Stanbrook Abbey in south Worcestershire is turning into something of a wedding magnet.The old Benedictine convent at Callow End, near Malvern, which was converted into a luxury destination venue five years
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Christmas will be coming at popular display's switch on in Rushwick
HUNDREDS of twinkling fairy lights, numerous inflatable Father Christmases and a ten foot reindeer will delight families at a popular charity display in Rushwick. It has taken three weekends to set up hundreds of decorations but the switch will
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Generous Lottery grant to help Droitwich youngsters get into work
STARTING out in the world of work can be daunting, but thanks to more than £9,000 of Lottery funding the process will be improved for many Droitwich youngsters. The £9,290 grant will go towards offering young people on the Springboard programme at Droitwich
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Mum's World Column - Coming up roses
HAVE you ever tried to sniff yourself? Odd question, I know, but I'm wondering what our family smell is. Ever since we adopted Polly the dog I have been...concerned...that we have also adopted the dog smell. Eau de dog - that wet fur, mud
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Girls playing club cricket in Worcestershire up by more than 300 per cent
THE number of girls playing club cricket in Worcestershire has increased by more than 300 per cent over the last year. Worcestershire Cricket Board cricket development director Tom Hill has reported the major upturn, which has been boosted by the
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VIDEO: Fire service tweet shocking video showing how a Christmas tree can become a fireball
HEREFORD and Worcester Fire Service are reminding people to not leave Christmas tree lights on overnight, and ensure they are fire safe, by tweeting a shocking video. As Worcestershire residents put up trees and decorations in their homes, the
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Village venues combine for wedding day events
TWO businesses in the west Worcestershire village of Wichenford have combined to help brides on their big day.Laughern Hill Estate, the five star country house retreat and boutique wedding hideaway, has developed a new partnership with nearby inn the
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Fun at day centre's Christmas fayre
THERE will be festive fun at a day centre's Christmas fair on Saturday, December 19. STARS Day Centre, Unit 9 Three Springs Trading Estate, Vincent Road, Worcester, will be holding the fair from 10am to 2pm. Cakes, bric-a-brac stalls, games
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Peppa Pig's appearance at pre-school's Christmas fair
CHILDREN'S favourite Peppa Pig helped launch a pre-school at it Christmas craft fair. Peppa was a hit with youngsters as she welcomed them through the doors of the fair at Sticky Fingers Pre-school and nursery, Bishop Allenby Hall, Droitwich Road
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One million pound boost for long term unemployed in Worcestershire
LONG term unemployed in Worcestershire have been given a boost with the news of a possible £1m boost to help them.The Big Lottery and Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership have announced that Fusion, a consortium of 24 Worcestershire based not for
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Car cruise latest: majority of speeders were from Worcester, not the car cruise!
Pictures from Sunday night's meet here THE majority of speeders stopped during Sunday night’s police operation were not from the car cruise but were local people, a police commander has revealed. Supt Kevin Purcell had officers out in force
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Energy section pioneers Sigma power to two new awards
BUSINESS outsource specialist Sigma Financial Group has won two major industry awards for its pioneering work with the energy sector. A team of 90 specialists from the Redditch headquartered firm have been named energy team of the year in the 2015
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London Midland train staff to wear CCTV cameras in security move
RAIL company London Midland, which runs services through Worcester and Malvern, will be equipping its staff with body cameras.The move is being taken to improve safety and security for rail users, says the firm.The cameras will be worn by members of London
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New signage points the way to historic landmark
MOTORISTS heading towards one of Worcestershire's most popular landmarks will locate it easier now that new signage has been placed on the highways.Broadway Tower has paid for updated tourism signage after the previous ones had become tired and dated.
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Colwall paramedic's Ebola mission was to help his fellow humans and protect his family and country from this deadly disease
WHEN paramedic Mark Smith from Colwall was telling his wife Debbie he wanted to volunteer to go out to Africa to treat Ebola patients, she simple said: “I thought you would.” The 58-year-old who works for West Midlands Ambulance Service as an area support
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Tuesday's weather - a dry day with possible showers this afternoon
FORECASTERS are predicting a dry day with spells of sunshine - but showers could be hitting Worcestershire in the early afternoon. It will be clear and dry evening though feeling colder than previous nights, with some frost developing in rural
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Five things you need to know Tuesday
1. Top Story: Car cruise latest: majority of speeders were from Worcester, not the car cruise! 2. Weather: It is expected to be dry, but some showers will be moving through in the afternoon. 3. Traffic and Travel: Generally looking quiet on
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Evesham United must back up dramatic win, urges boss Paul Collicutt
EVESHAM United manager Paul Collicutt says his side’s dramatic victory over high-flying Tiverton Town will mean “absolutely nothing” if they don’t beat Marlow tonight at the Jubilee Stadium (7.45pm). A goal in the 95th minute from debutant Nathan
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Worcester City Amateur Boxing Club fighters successful in bouts
WORCESTER City were successful when they took amateur fighters to Stoke and Dudley. Junior George Butler comfortably out-pointed Mitchel Lowe from Tom Lowe ABC in Stoke. On his own show, the taller Lowe was reluctant to get involved, which
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Leigh and Bransford Badgers players meet their West Bromwich Albion heroes
LEIGH and Bransford Badgers’ youngsters enjoyed meeting their Premier League heroes as they were invited by The Albion Foundation to visit The Hawthorns. They had a tour of West Bromwich Albion’s ground and enjoyed a training session in the academy
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Worcester foodbank hopes to diversify services
FOODBANK charity The Trussell Trust has received a grant of almost £750,000 from the Big Lottery Fund. The money will be used to provide extra services - such as debt, welfare and money advice, cookery classes and training courses - at foodbanks