CRAIG Gillies returns to the Worcester Warriors second row for Saturday's Guinness Premiership assignment at Leicester (3pm). The 6ft 7ins lock has missed the last three games with a knee injury but returns in place of Phil Murphy for the trip to the
WORCESTER Wolves are hoping to receive a significant boost for tomorrow night's British Basketball League (BBL) clash at Sheffield Sharks (7.30pm tip-off) with new signing Solomon Sheard being cleared to play. The University of Worcester-based side have
FORMER England international Marieanne Spacey is set to bring a boost to women's football in Worcestershire. The ex-Arsenal and Fulham Ladies striker is joining Worcestershire Football Association as girls and women's football development officer from
PHIL Mullen has been unveiled as the new manager at Stourport Swifts. Mullen is returning to Walshes Meadow for his third stint and he will be assisted by Kidderminster Harriers legend Paul Davies. The pair, who succeed Roy Rencher and Jake Findlay
WORCESTER City need to put their FA Cup disappointment behind them and focus on securing three Nationwide North points at Hyde United, according to Andy Preece. City missed out on a money-spinning first round trip to Chesterfield after losing 7-6 on
HEREFORD United have three consecutive Coca-Cola League Two victories in their sights as they travel to high-flying Swindon Town tomorrow. Graham Turner's side have climbed up to eighth following a 3-1 victory at MK Dons and a 1-0 home win over Accrington
ON-LOAN defender Paul Bignot will be with Kidderminster Harriers for another month after Crewe boss Dario Gradi agreed to extend the two sides' arrangement. Despite missing three games through suspension after his red card against Oxford, full-back Bignot
BROMSGROVE Rovers manager Rod Brown is expecting another physical battle when his table-toppers tackle Cinderford Town. Rovers, five points clear at the Southern League Division One Midlands summit, had two players sent-off as they defeated local rivals
MAVLERN Town are hoping to make it two league wins in a row for the first time since August when they host Berkhamsted Town. Paul Molloy's side won 1-0 at Bedworth United last Saturday but have not recorded a Southern League Division One Midlands victory
EVESHAM United continue to clock up the miles in cup competitions with a trip to Dartford in the FA Trophy second qualifying round. The Robins' journey to Essex comes on the back of FA Cup escapades to Radstock, Moneyfields and AFC Wimbledon in recent
FOR many people, the prospect of taking your team to a ground where the opposition haven't lost a league match for nearly three years might be a daunting proposition. But the man leading out Worcester Warriors at Welford Road tomorrow is not fazed by
AN UNDERCOVER operation to ensure fireworks were not being sold to children has been a success. Last Friday, children attempted to buy fireworks in 24 premises across Worcestershire. On each occasion the under 18-year-olds, who were accompained by Trading
REARING injured orang-utans and wrestling man-eating crocodiles is all part of the daily routine for intrepid volunteer Caroline Bellhouse. For the last eight months, her home has been an animal sanctuary in the jungles of Borneo. She and her partner
HORSE racing is second only to soccer when it comes to revenue and attendance - which is good news for Worcester Racecourse and its business backers. A review entitled Jump Racing Focus highlights the significant and growing business impact of jump racing
CONCERNS about the future of Droitwich Spa's historic post office have been highlighted by Mid-Worcestershire MP Peter Luff. The trade and industry committee, which is chaired by the MP, issued a report that discussed proposals from the Post Office to
Environmental campaigners are heading to London on Saturday to persuade the Government to take action on climate change. Worcester members of Greenpeace and Friends of the Earth will take part in the I Count event in Trafalgar Square to call for a Climate
LOCAL Liberal Democrats have urged Wychavon Council to support green tax policies. In a notice of motion given to the council Lib Dem councillors said they wanted to see higher taxes on vehicles such as 4x4s and aircraft. Coun Charles Tucker said
A PLACE in the Guinness Book of World Records awaits Worcestershire teenager Cassey Watson. The 15-year-old set a record for most races at Brands Hatch in different cars - six and three respectively - at the weekend. Cassey, of Charity Crescent, Evesham
YOUNGSTERS have been warned about the dangers of throwing objects from bridges at vehicles below, following two incidents in three days in Ledbury. Police have said it is a miracle that no one was killed or seriously injured. A blue Jaguar had its windscreen
THE HEADTEACHER of a Catholic high school has welcomed the Government climbdown over plans to force faith schools to take up to a quarter of pupils from other religions. Sean Devlin, of Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College, Worcester, said ministers
A POLICEMAN who has caught more criminals than any of his colleagues has been named as Wychavon District Council's top crimebuster. Between April 2005 and March 2006 PC David Shortell was responsible for the arrest of 73 criminals. In one recent investigation
A MALVERN charity shop that has been open for more than 30 years is closing its doors next month. The Community Action shop in Worcester Road opened in 1973, but manager Diane Eyres says it can no longer compete with retail outlets and the internet.
OGL COMPUTER is marking its 30th year in the IT industry by sending all of its customers a thank you card. Since 1976, when OGL was founded, innovations within the world of computer technology have made huge leaps forward, with OGL always being at the
MAGGS Scott Congratulations on your 18th Birthday. Have a great day. Lots of love Mum, Dad and Josh Published in paper 02/11/2006
FRYER Molly Ronnie would like to offer sincere thanks on behalf of his late mother, to all Medical Staff at St Johns House, Social Services and Carers whose combined effort allowed her a quality of life and dignity at home, and kept her spirit and
GRIFFIN Bas Of Sinton Green The Family thank all Relatives, Friends, Colleagues and Neighbours for their loving support and messages of sympathy. Published in paper 02/11/2006
WILSON Emily-Grace Born October 28th at 11.51p.m. Fell asleep October 29th. You may only have been with us for a few hours, but you will stay in our hearts forever. We will always love you, our beautiful, beautiful, baby girl. Sleep soundly, amongst
WILLETTS Philip Herbert Of Hill Furze. On October 30th 2006, peacefully in Hospital after a long illness bravely borne, aged 68 years. Sadly missed by his Family and Friends. Funeral service at Fladbury Church on Tuesday, November 7th at 2.30 p.m
YEATES May Treasured memories of May, laid to rest eight years ago today. Always in our thoughts. All our love always, Art, Beryl, Colin, and all the Family. xxx Published in paper 02/11/2006
BREED Julia Special memories of our sister and mum of Luke. Memories don't fade, they grow more deep. Loved and missed always. Colin, Graham, Ray, Rosie and Families. xxx Published in paper 02/11/2006
ONDREASZ JANOS Remembered with love, a dear husband, father and pappa. Always in our hearts, wife Gilly and Family. Treasured memories of a dear brother in law, nephew and uncle. Edna and Family, Sandra and Family, Margy and Family, Vally, Eric
IVISON Phyllis Mary Of Hanley, Broadheath, peacefully in Hereford County Hospital on October 29th, 2006, aged 87 years. Wife of the late Ted, devoted mum of Geoff and Jan and beloved gran of Neil and Nicola. Funeral service at Hanley William Church on
HILL Rowland Harold Rolly Passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 29th, 2006, at the age of 81 years. A much loved dad of Suzanne and grandad of Robert, Kevin and Christopher. He will be sadly missed by all. Funeral Service will take place
WALLBANK Matthew A Teenager at last. Happy 13th Birthday. Love Julie. Published in paper 02/11/2006
WATKINS Horace November 2nd, 1984 Clusters of memories, Sprinkled with tears. Loving daughter Carol, Colin and Mark. xxx Published in paper 02/11/2006
DANIEL Tom Always in our thoughts. Wife Mill, Thelma, Terry and Families. Published in paper 02/11/2006
WORCESTERSHIRE surveyor Nick Jethwa has been appointed project and sales director by long-term clients Gemini Properties. Having worked together for 15 years, the appointment follows the continued growth of the Gemini property portfolio. Managing director
A school in Worcester has waved goodbye to its site manager after 20 years. Bob Wilson, aged 65, has retired from Warndon Infants and Junior Schools, which have merged to form Warndon Primary. Year 6 teacher Lynda Morgan said Mr Wilson had been presented
POLICE have recorded a reduction in the number of anti-social incidents reported for Hallowe'en compared with the same period last year. Eighty-six anti-social incidents were reported in the 24 hours to midnight on Tuesday, October 31, compared with
THE latest battle in the war on flooding in Worcester is continuing with a mapping exercise by the city's action group. The Worcester News has received several survey forms reporting people's experiences of flooding. They will be used to help tackle
Applied Science, Geography and Archaeology; The School of Sport and Exercise Science Foundation Degree Sciences in Food Safety and Quality Management Kaide Looga Agnes Nagy Owen Sidaway Kelly Tarry Higher National Certificate in Animal Management
THE Government wants local politicians to have the same iconic status' as Tony Blair and has put forward a White Paper saying council bosses should have a guaranteed four years in office. Downing Street wants town hall politicians to have more power,
CAMEL bolognese was just one of the things on the menu for a group of intrepid graduate nurses who did a stint working down under. The nurses from the University of Worcester spent six weeks experiencing life on Australian wards as part of an international
VULNERABLE people have been urged not to let strangers into their home, even if the callers claim to be on official business. South Worcestershire police have re-issued the warning to thoroughly check the identification and credentials of visitors. The
WEST Mercia Constabulary has been given a refund by the Government for the money it spent on responding to a proposed merger with other forces. West Mercia has received the full amount it applied for - £89,061 - representing the costs incurred during
PETER Selby's parents met in London where they had come separately as refugees when Hitler came to power in their native Germany and Austria. They married in 1939, and Peter was born in 1941. He grew up in north-west London. Although his father was of
WORCESTER is set to enter gaming history today as the city version of the classic Monopoly board game finally hits the shelves Staff for the family favourite spent a day in the city earlier this year quizzing shoppers on what landmarks should appear
PUPILS from two Worcester schools paid a visit to the Queen for a science show with a difference. Nunnery Wood and Pershore High Schools sent students to the Buckingham Palace Science Day to take part in a special Punk Science Show hosted by the monarch
A fund-raising calendar from Webbs Garden Centre - which had hundreds of keen photographers vying for a spot - is now on sale. More than 1,500 images were submitted to win a place representing each month in the Garden Calendar, which is being sold in
ANYONE giving a drop of the red stuff on Tuesday may have been slightly worried when faced with nurses dressed in white coats covered in blood. But there was nothing to fear - the costumes, which also included devil horns and witches' hats, were just
A Worcester woman has been rewarded for reaching a milestone in blood donation. Denise Davies, aged 58, recently received a crystal award for making 75 donations. The Tolladine Road resident received her Royal Doulton crystal plate at a ceremony at
SIR - I was appalled at your article and accompanying opinion concerning car clamping in the Worcester News. You appear to be suggesting that we should sympathise with this man because he is both hard up and an ex-serviceman. I find this hard to understand
CHILDREN are continuing to dice with death on a notorious Worcester railway crossing, despite a warning about safety. Three incidents have been reported in the past week of youngsters lying on the railway tracks, throwing fireworks, and walking along
WORCESTERSHIRE county council's services for children and young people have been deemed outstanding' in a recent assessment. The authority is one of seven local authorities to achieve the highest grade in the second round of annual performance assessments
A team of French teachers were entertained by the county council's chairman. Councillor Maurice Broomfield held a lunch at County Hall for the visitors, who have come to visit 11 Worcestershire first schools. The group, from the city of Reims, hope to
IT WAS music to Tom Carstairs' ears when he discovered he had won a competition run by Worcester City Council as part of Local Democracy Week. Fourteen-year-old Tom, who lives on Bilford Road, Worcester, collected a £30 music gift voucher from council
SUPPORTERS of Worcester's Swan Theatre have raised £6,000 to go towards buying and installing a new air conditioning system in the building. The cash has come in from donations at the end of Huntingdon Hall concerts and contributions from the Swan Theatre
A fund-raising calendar from Webbs Garden Centre - which had hundreds of keen photographers vying for a spot - is now on sale. More than 1,500 images were submitted to win a place representing each month in the Garden Calendar, which is being sold in
WORCESTERSHIRE County Council is helping employers improve their staff's work-life balance and introduce flexibility in the workplace. The council is running a series of workshops and training sessions for bosses from across the county. The next interactive
FEARS have been raised over the future of Droitwich canals redevelopment project after the organisation leading the scheme was hit by major cuts. The Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) told British Waterways back in March
COMMUNITY projects organised by a Worcester school are taking off with help from its specialist schools co-ordinator. Retired police chief superintendent Brian Humphreys, who holds the post at Elgar Technology College, is helping the school to strengthen
By any standards it has been a busy week for me in Parliament. I'm chairman of the trade and industry committee and we published a report on Monday that called for government action to save our sub post office network. Post office branches will lose
FROM Thomas Becket to Latimer and Ridley, the legacy of England's bishops form a rich vein of dissent that courses through the living body of the Church. Men such as these may have feared God, but they certainly did not quake in the presence of kings
SIR - Your front page and editorial on Friday, October 27, constituted an unjustified bashing of the BBC. If cameras are so important in preventing crime, isn't three days, let alone three weeks, too long for them to be inactive? But we need more light
SIR - That BBC Hereford & Worcester chose to broadcast the fact that the city's CCTV cameras are out of action for three weeks' is perhaps bad enough, but isn't your editorial decision to run with it on the front of your newspaper an act of unbridled
SIR - Oh, the irony of your front page report of Thursday, October 27. You criticise the BBC for revealing that city centre cameras will be out of action for up to three weeks. Brilliant, what a fantastic piece of journalism. By running this story you
SIR - Your front page story headlined Fury at pay rise for NHS bosses' contained a number of serious factual inaccuracies and ill-informed speculation. First, you refer to 720 redundancies being made by this trust. It is true that we are reducing posts
