I was reading in the paper the other day that an ex Worcester Mayor believes that climate change caused by human activities is nonsense and just part of the natural cycle of weather patterns. This follows a recent controversial documentary on Channel
WORCESTER'S Guinness Premiership relegation rivals Northampton Saints are as good as down - according to bookmakers Betfred. Bookies see the contest to avoid dropping into National One as a two-horse race between Warriors and bottom-placed Saints with
MALVERN director of rugby David Robins believes his players will relish their trip to high-flying Burton in Midlands Two West on Saturday (3pm). "Burton are looking to claim the play-off spot," said Robins. "They are notoriously hard to beat at Peel
BY beating Newcastle in the manner they did at Sixways two weeks ago, Warriors went a long way to expunging the painful memories of a similarly remarkable night at Kingston Park earlier in the season. On that occasion, it was Worcester who were the victims
WORCESTER City boss Andy Preece says his side have to solve their problem of consistency if they are to have any chance of reaching the play-offs. City make the short trip to Nuneaton Borough on Saturday as they attempt to claw themselves ever closer
THE Worcester-based Sixty & Worcestershire Motor Club stage their annual Greenleaves Road Rally from the Builth Wells Showground tomorrow (Saturday). The event is a round of the Welsh Association of Motor Clubs, Association of South Western Motor Clubs
A WORCESTER team are making a bid to win the Blackthorn British Skittles Championships. Westsiders, who play their home matches at the Herefordshire House in Bransford Road, St John's, in Worcester, entered last year but were beaten by eventual runners-up
Who are you going to choose for 2007? Our fabulous 24 page full colour supplement will be in the Worcester News on Tuesday 3rd April Don't miss it and your chance to vote for your favourite.
THE majority of people in Droitwich are opposed to the area's xpansion over the next 20 years, according to a survey by the town council. Droitwich Town Council recently urged people to get in touch and give their views on the future development of the
A COUPLE say they are being forced to pay for cleaning that they are happy to carry out themselves. Joan and Mike Long bought their flat in Dent Close, Dines Green, Worcester, six years ago. It is in a block of flats owned and managed by Worcester
THE owner of an Indian restaurant died after taking too much methadone while battling an illness, an inquest heard. Muhammed Ali, aged 23, who used to run Blue Ginger in Worcester Road, Malvern, was found dead by friends two days after Christmas.
EVESHAM United manager Paul West wants his side to learn from their mistakes as they continue their push for a Southern League Division One Midlands play-off place. The Robins fell to their third defeat in four games on Wednesday with a 2-1 loss at Bishops
BROMSGROVE Rovers manager Rod Brown believes it would be a travesty of justice if his side did not claim second spot in Southern League Division One Midlands. The Victoria Ground side, who host second-from-bottom Berkhamsted Town tomorrow (3pm), have
SHOPPERS in a Worcester supermarket should prepare to be dazzled by star-struck staff when they dress as their childhood heroes for charity. Customers may find themselves being served by Elvis Presley, princesses, pilots and ballerinas at the Co-op in
STOURPORT Swifts boss Phil Mullen is refusing to get down in the dumps over his team's current plight. Swifts have dropped to the bottom of Southern League Division One Midlands after a run of seven consecutive defeats. But manager Mullen believes his
MALVERN Town host Bishops Cleeve tomorrow (2pm) hunting for the points to seal their Southern League Division One Midlands safety. Paul Molloy's side, who drew 2-2 at home with Barton Rovers in mid-week, are 11 points clear of the relegation zone but
If you go down to the woods today, you never know what you'll find... It might be a MAGICAL creature from a strange and faraway land.And if you're especially lucky, it might be a wonderful friend!by Timothy Knapman and Gwen Millward.This book is suitable
A MAN who caused more than £3,000 damage to his neighbour's cars and property was ordered to pay compensation to both victims, as well as to serve a supervision order. Andrew Cameron, aged 29, of Hill View, Defford, near Pershore, could not remember
BARIA Susan and Dinyar Congratulations on the birth of your daughter Persia Alice, on Saturday, March 24th 2007at 9.48 a.m., at Hereford County Hospital. Best wishes and love from proud grandparents Angela and Cyrus Baria. Published in paper 29/03/2007
MAGUIRE Sheila Tom and Family wish to thank all Relatives and Friends who attended Sheila's funeral service, for their kindness shown and for the many cards and flowers received. Also many thanks to Doctors and Nurses from Elbury Moor Medical Centre and
STEELE Alicenee Downes Passed away on March 23rd, 2007, aged 97 years. Wife of the late Cyril and beloved mother of Sylvia and second mother to Ted. Funeral Service to take place at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday, April 4th at 10 a.m. Flowers may
FRANCIS Betty Formely of Oldbury Road, Worcester. Passed away March 2nd, 2007, in Cyprus. Published in paper 29/03/2007
GREEN William John John In hospital on March 24th, after a short illness, aged 74 years. Loving father of Alan, June, Phillip, Stephen, Graham and Gary and a dear grandfather, great grandfather and brother. Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium on
AYERS George Died on March 26th 2007, aged 86 years. Much love husband of Freda and father to Bill, Linda, Pat and Richard also a dearly loved grandad and great grandad Georgie. Funeral service will take place at St John in Bedwardine Church on Wednesday
DAYUS Henry Former Butcher of St Johns, Worcester. Passed away peacefully with his Family by his side on Sunday, March 25th 2007, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of the late Phyliss, much loved father to Andrew, Gina, Peter, Mandy and the late David, also
PROSSER Graham John Of Droitwich. Peacefully, after a long fight against illness, on March 24th, 2007, aged 58 years. Beloved husband of Lorraine, dearly loved father of Paul and Leanne, much loved son of Dorothy and dear brother of Brian. Funeral Service
MCDORNELL Valerie nee Dimmock Sadly passed away March 24th, 2007 after a long illness, aged 68 years. God bless sis, from your Brothers and Sister. Always in our thoughts. Funeral service at Telford Crematorium on April 4th 2007, at 2.30 p.m. Published
HIGGINBOTHAM Harold Remebering a loving husband who died five years ago today. Always in the thoughts of Kath and dog Pheobe.xx Published in paper 29/03/2007
HADLEY Francis Raymond Frank's wife Joan and Family would like to thank Family and Friends for the cards and beautiful flowers following their sad loss. He is now reunited with his youngest son Keith. Special thanks to all the Staff and Nurses on Avon
SIGGERS Violet Mary and Kevin wish to thank Family and Friends for their cards, messages of sympathy and support at this very sad time, also for the beautiful flowers. Many thanks to the Reverend Jennie Hayward and E J Gumery & Son, Funeral Directors
BUTTERWORTH Thelma The Family of the late Thelma, would like to thank Everyone who attended her funeral. Also thanks for all the beautiful flowers and cards. Thanks to all who contributed towards the £360 that was raised for the Acorns Trust. Finally,
WILLIAMSON Julia Happy birthdaylittle sis.Enjoy your day. Love Fionaand Dave.xx Published in paper 29/03/2007
JOHNSON Joe Seven years today you passed away, But in our hearts you will always stay. Loving wife Gwen, children and Families. xx Published in paper 29/03/2007
Our team from Elgar Technology College competed in the Mock Trial competition at Worcester Magistrates Court on Saturday 24th March. We won both our cases (against The Chase and Chantry High School), but didn't win the whole competition. All the
WORCESTER people may like the idea of each city councillor handling their own budget - but it's unlikely to happen soon. Under the proposal, each councillor would have a pot of money to spend improving their ward as they see fit, but despite a recent
THE coroner for Worcestershire has announced his retirement after 25 years. Coroner Victor Round, who was instrumental in finding a proper place for inquests in the county to be held, will step down at the end of July. Mr Round, who was a solicitor
SIR - We both can remember when these three children were murdered by David McGreavy. It really was terrible and made us all sick. He should stay in prison for the rest of his life. It should be a life for a life, he should never be freed. They never
SIR - I was shocked and horrified when I saw in the Worcester News that child killer David McGreavy could be up for parole. He should never be set free. He should stay inside for the rest of his life. R F HOULDEY, Worcester
SAINSBURY'S helped to serve up a sample of scrumptious treats for youngsters participating in a programme to tackle child obesity. Children's taste-buds were tantalised by fresh fruit and vegetables as they tried some new foods at the supermarket in
SIR - Regarding BT's Direct Debit charging. As we have always paid our bills promptly, we wonder what has happened to freedom of choice in the method of payment when we are now being forced to sign up to pay by Direct Debit from May 1 or be fined £18
A NEW project has been launched in Worcester to try and get young people involved positive activities and prevent them from getting into trouble. The scheme called ARC (Accessing Resources in the local Community) is being run by the West Midlands-based
SIR - I've just received a little booklet explaining how our council tax is spent. In one section it says we want the city to be cleaner and greener. If we want to be cleaner, our wheelie-bins should be emptied once a week. We are sitting on a time-bomb
THE controversial decision to turn Droitwich's main post office into a franchise has resulted in the branch offering an "appalling" service, according to local councillors. Wychavon district councillors agreed to write to the Post Office headquarters
Littleton 4, Tenbury United 0 LITTLETON won the WFA Junior Cup for a third time with the most comfortable of victories at St George's Lane on Wednesday night. Matty Staley was the star of the night as his pace tormented the Tenbury defence all night
PEOPLE in Worcestershire are being helped to get rid of junk mail. Worcestershire County Council's waste reduction team is holding a series of special roadshows in the next few weeks to help people tackle unwanted mail. The first show will be held at
SIR - There is no surprise at the reports of the war of the leaflets (Worcester News, March 28). At election time the tirade from New Labour is to be expected. In the past, as now, there was never a debate offered on the actions of the Government, they
NO doubt it would have old Walter Gabriel's eyes popping, because one of the most glamorous uses yet for a redundant farm building has taken place in The Archers' village of Hanbury, near Droitwich. Here, on a 600-acre dairy farm, Worcestershire bus-inesswoman
YOUNGSTERS from Worcestershire schools took on the roles of lawyers, defendants and witnesses in mock court trials. Eleven county schools took part in the annual magistrates court school mock trials competition on Saturday, with two pupils recognised
TAKE a walk through Worcester city centre on any day of the week and it is likely you will hear a strange language unfamiliar to the Faithful City. When you hear "dzien dobry" ringing out in the High Street, you may not know you are listening to Polish
ALMOST 100 angry taxi drivers vented their fury outside the Guildhall about recent attacks they have endured in Worcester. Around 90 tax drivers appealed for help and support from the city council, who are responsible for issuing them with licences.
THE headteacher of Elgar Technology College has chosen to temporarily leave his post - just days before the school is expected to get a damning inspection report. Tony James will be seconded to a director's job at County Hall from the beginning of next
On Wednesday, January 24, I asked the Prime Minister: “Will the European Union take control of our criminal law?” The Prime Minister replied “No, it will not.” Immediately after this exchange on the floor of the House of Commons, I wrote the following
SIR - Reports that 15 sailors and Royal Marines were seized at gunpoint by Iranian gunboats is worrying, especially when this is an additional sequence of events added to the on-going current debate over Iran's nuclear program. However, are we expected
The parents of Kelly Rice, who died in a car accident last year on her way to collect her A-level results, will never get over the tragedy that has blighted their lives. But one thing that will ease the pain of their daughter's death is the thought that
THE magic of music, drama, painting and poetry electrified audiences at an arts festival at the Royal Grammar School, Worcester. Pupils, teachers and parents were left spell-bound by the week-long arts extravaganza at the school in The Tything. Sue
PUPILS put on a performance of song, dance and drama at a school in a Worcestershire village. Students at St Nicholas CE Middle School, Main Street, Pinvin, near Pershore, put on seven 30-minute shows for parents including a performance from the school's
A ZEBRA crossing will not be installed on a busy Worcester road because there are fears speeding motorists will be going too fast to stop for it. The speed limit on St Peter's Drive is 30mph but a survey found most drivers were travelling at an average
Drivers on the Be Skilled Not Killed courses will pay only £60 to learn the skills that could save their lives. The cost has been halved thanks to sponsorship by the police in north and south Worcestershire and the road safety department of the county
A CAMPAIGN to reduce the number of deaths of young motorists and their passengers has been launched by police. The Be Skilled Not Killed campaign is designed to provide inexperienced drivers with additional skills, knowledge and confidence after passing
THE mother of an 18-year-old student who died in a car crash on the way to collect her A-level results has backed the Be Skilled Not Killed campaign. Kelly Rice was due to pick up her results from Hanley Castle High School, near Upton-upon-Severn, when
