Stories for 14 March 2006

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Stories for 14 March 2006

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Arboretum reprieved... for a while

THE flawed mathematics of the Arboretum parking scheme are obvious. Even the most cursory of glances reveals a quart-into-a-pint-pot scenario that would have been completely unworkable right from the start. more...

Shot-at-dawn claims haven't been proved

SIR - Historian Julian Putkowski's defence of Sergeant John Wall in response to an article by John Phillpott (Seven Days, Saturday, February 6) made good reading and he is to be congratulated. more...

Depressing toll of animal cruelty

SIR - Cruelty against animals is on the rise. If it isn't horses, its dogs, cats, kittens. The A to Z of suffering species splashed across our newspapers and frequently reported in regional broadcasts. It's bewildering because animals are our companions. They are so honest and trusting and we gain so much from them. If people cannot care for them properly they should not have them at all. It's that simple. more...

He should focus on local problems

SIR - "Worcester deserves better" declared Stephen Inman, the city council leader, who took an exception to Mike Foster for not voting on recent important issues at the Commons (Worcester News, February 17). more...

What a pathetic state of affairs

SIR - If the article headed `guilty plea' in the Worcester News, which told of the theft of a mountain bike from an off-duty police officer on his way home is anything to go by, there is not much point in calling the police for assistance. more...

Hunting factions at loggerheads

SIR - It is now one year on from the Hunting Bill was passed. more...

Let's have poll on EU membership

SIR - MP Peter Luff suggested we had a referendum on the Government's plans to merge the excellent West Mercia Constabulary with a Birmingham Regional Super Force. more...

Disabled people are penalised

SIR - I felt I had to reply to Bryan Bannister's letter (Monday, February 27). I have a blue badge for my car as I have arthritis and am unable to walk far with shopping bags. The luxury of being able to drive along and park on The Shambles or Broad Street was wonderful. more...

It's bad for you

SIR - I don't believe the no smoking ban in pubs will do the Labour Party any harm. As a once heavy smoker, and now with emphysema, I would strongly advise everyone to try and give up smoking. more...

Taste in viewing

SIR - All I usually watch on TV, John Phillpott (March 4) is BBC1 News, BBC2's News Night, wildlife programmes, and occasional comedies. more...

Health checks spur on workers to get in shape

IN a bid to inspire staff who want to be healthier, Hereford-shire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce and Business Link have been providing free health checks. more...

Doomed: Car plan only one resident supports

A CONTROVERSIAL parking scheme for the Arboretum area of Worcester looks set to be dropped. more...

Friends' group is forming for historic church

This week will see the formation of the Friends of St Swithun's - a group interested in the future wellbeing of a superb Georgian church in the heart of Worcester. more...

Our TV can prevent heart attacks

PATIENTS on the cardiac wards at Worcestershire Royal Hospital will be able to watch videos at their bedside that could stop them having another heart attack, thanks to a new trolley-mounted TV/video/DVD unit. more...

Four-day gardening bonanza sells fast

IT looks like a record number of green fingers will descend upon Malvern in May as ticket sales for the Spring Gardening Show soar. more...

We helped Kashmir kids

RECEPTION children at Norton-Juxta-Kempsey CE First School raised £500 for youngsters in Kashmir by holding a bring-and-buy sale. more...

Drivers warned to expect delays

DRIVERS can expect delays across Worcester because of roadworks. more...

Misery of city path work may linger on

NIGHTMARE pavement works in the centre of Worcester are on schedule to be completed within the next four weeks according to county council chiefs. more...

Martin and Mervyn raise money for cancer relief

A MERCEDES G-Class enthusiast took one of his beloved 4x4s on a mammoth 1,000 mile jaunt over the rugged terrain of Wales at the weekend to raise money for a charity. more...

City head fears for post-16 education

THE headteacher of a Worcester school says he fears the Government's plans to increase choice in schools will not extend to post-16 education in the city. more...

Racquets at the ready

Tennis was just one of the sports on the agenda when dozens of young athletes descended on the University Of Worcester for a course on how to run physical activities for children of primary school age. more...

Raid toy shop orders policemen gollies

GOLLIES dressed as policemen are to go on sale in a Bromyard shop as it was revealed the original dolls confiscated in a bizarre raid have been released. more...

Tree-loving sea cadets

A group of Worcester sea cadets and a councillor are doing the spadework to make Wychavon greener. more...

RAISING CASH FOR NEEDY PETS IS A STROLL

CHILDREN at a Worcester junior school decided abandoned animals needed their support and raised £500 for charity. The pupils from Northwick Manor Junior School voted to support the Danemere Rescue Centre and held a week of bring and buy sales in their lunch hour to raise the cash. The cuddly animals they were supporting, from the centre based in Tibberton, near Worcester, paid a visit this week. School manager Tina Lewis said: "The children really enjoyed raising money and £500 was a fantastic effort." more...

WE DON'T WANT BUSINESS PARK

UP to 3,000 jobs could be created if plans for a new business park in Worcester are given the go-ahead - but furious residents claim it will cause pollution and congestion. more...

All smiles for a big breakfast

DROITWICH folk enjoyed a healthy start to the day when the town's Cancer Research UK shop held a mini-Big Breakfast event. more...

Why an inspection is good for your school

AT Elgar Technology College, teachers are bracing themselves for the publication of their first inspection report in six years. more...