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Stories for 2 January 2008
Alcester
Lawyer launches childrens’ book
A LAWYER from Alcester is swapping writs for writing as her childrens' book hits the shops. more...
Pupils learn about new career options
TEENAGERS from Alcester High School thought outside the box during a day at Warwickshire College learning about non-traditional careers. more...
Shop competes for retail award
A SHOP near Alcester has been chosen as one of the best rural retailers in the Midlands and will now vie for a national title against winners from the rest of the UK. more...
Pupils net third place
GIRLS from Alcester Grammar School served up some great tennis during the Nestlé Team Tennis National Finals by finishing in third place. more...
Body And Soul
What is the best way to lose weight during 2008?
WHAT IS THE MOST RELIABLE AND EASY WAY TO SLIM AND keep WEIGHT off? more...
What is the best way to lose weight during 2008?
WHAT IS THE MOST RELIABLE AND EASY WAY TO SLIM AND keep WEIGHT off? more...
What is the best way to lose weight during 2008?
WHAT IS THE MOST RELIABLE AND EASY WAY TO SLIM AND keep WEIGHT off? more...
What is the best way to lose weight during 2008?
WHAT IS THE MOST RELIABLE AND EASY WAY TO SLIM AND KEEP WEIGHT OFF? more...
Business
Jobs bus is set to roll into town
JOBS with a difference will be on offer when the Jobcentre Plus jobsbus rolls into Kidderminster town centre this month. more...
Jobs bus is set to roll into town
JOBS with a difference will be on offer when the Jobcentre Plus jobsbus rolls into Kidderminster town centre this month. more...
Fixtures
Weekend’s county football fixture focus
SATURDAY WORCESTER & DISTRICT LEAGUE Hanley Swan v FC Tything (M Stephens); Upton Town v West Malvern (M Francois); VBL Sports v Hallow WMC (K Denton); Worcester YMCA v Grosvenor Sports (J Williams). more...
Football
Spartak pick up useful away point
BARNT Green Spartak picked up a useful point in their pre-Christmas Midland Combination Premier Division visit to Feckenham. more...
Teenager Chelsea's target is World Cup in Chile
A WORLD Cup finals appearance at demanding altitude in Chile may seem a million miles away from a windswept playing field in Droitwich but one former Spa junior footballer is preparing herself for an appearance on the game's biggest stage later this year. more...
General
Belief in an afterlife leads to first book
A RETIRED teacher has chosen the afterlife as the subject of his first book. more...
In Brief
Drop in jobless
REDDITCH has seen a drop in the number of unemployed people. more...
Kidder News Latest
Gold standard for thriving nursery
A NURSERY has been awarded top marks for providing children with an "outstanding" learning environment. more...
Tributes for 'courageous' Mayoress
COMMENTS have poured in from Wyre Forest politicians following the death of "brave and courageous" Kidderminster Mayoress Gloria Shellie. more...
Dinghy stolen in Stourport
A DINGHY worth £100 with an outboard engine worth £200 has been stolen in Stourport. more...
Fabio myst win over fans
Shuttle Online readers taking part in last week's poll obviously aren't too impressed with England's new football manager. more...
Fabio must win over fans
Shuttle Online readers taking part in last week's poll obviously aren't too impressed with England's new football manager. more...
Sex offender prison warning
A SEX offender was warned by a judge he might be given a substantial prison sentence. more...
Going quackers for annual duck race
AN estimated 2,000 people went quackers in Bewdley as the new year was celebrated with the annual duck race. more...
Going quackers for annual duck race
AN estimated 2,000 people went quackers in Bewdley as the new year was celebrated with the annual duck race. more...
Mayoress loses cancer battle
KIDDERMINSTER Mayor Mike Shellie has paid emotional tribute to his "down to earth" wife and Mayoress following her death after an 18-month battle with lung cancer. more...
Snow risk as weather turns
FORECASTS are predicting snow across Wyre Forest tomorrow with temperatures set to drop to 0 degrees C in the early hours. more...
Snow risk as weather turns
FORECASTS are predicting snow across Wyre Forest tomorrow with temperatures set to drop to 0 degrees C overnight. more...
Snow risk as weather turns
FORECASTS are predicting snow across Wyre Forest tomorrow with temperatures set to drop to 0 degrees C overnight. more...
Snow risk as weather turns
FORECASTS are predicting snow across Wyre Forest tomorrow with temperatures set to drop to 0 degrees C overnight. more...
Snow risk as weather turns
FORECASTS are predicting snow across Wyre Forest tomorrow with temperatures set to drop to 0 degrees C overnight. more...
Snow risk as weather turns
FORECASTS are predicting snow across Wyre Forest tomorrow with temperatures set to drop to 0 degrees C overnight. more...
Snow risk as weather turns
FORECASTS are predicting snow across Wyre Forest tomorrow with temperatures set to drop to 0 degrees C overnight. more...
Snow risk as weather turns
FORECASTS are predicting snow across Wyre Forest tomorrow with temperatures set to drop to 0 degrees C overnight. more...
Snow risk as weather turns
FORECASTS are predicting snow across Wyre Forest tomorrow with temperatures set to drop to 0 degrees C overnight. more...
Snow risk as weather turns
FORECASTS are predicting snow across Wyre Forest tomorrow with temperatures set to drop to 0 degrees C overnight. more...
Snow risk as weather turns
FORECASTS are predicting snow across Wyre Forest tomorrow with temperatures set to drop to 0 degrees C overnight. more...
Gritters on the roads
WYRE Forest roads are being prepared for the predicted snowy weather with Worcestershire County Council gritters out tonight and again in the early hours. more...
Kidz Write In
Your best Christmas stories
Do you have a funny story about Christmas? What was the best thing that happened to you during the holidays? Did Santa bring you everything on your wish list? What was your favourite present? What did you have for Christmas dinner? more...
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Students are top of the class at awards evening
STUDENTS, parents, staff and governors from Dyson Perrins High School came together to celebrate the achievement of more than 50 students at their annual prize-giving evening. more...
New Year Honour delight for soldier out in Afghanistan
A SOLDIER from Worcestershire who left school without a qualification to his name has spoken about the "fantastic honour" of being made an MBE. more...
Work will prevent more power cuts
A £3.5m investment in Droitwich's electricity network should help stop the spate of recent power cuts suffered in the town. more...
Prince Edward to visit flood-hit traders
THE Earl of Wessex is visiting Droitwich High Street this month to meet flood victims. more...
COMMENT: Take care you don’t regret that bargain
EVERYONE likes a bargain, and this is probably the best time of year to snap one up, with the traditional post-Christmas sales now in full swing throughout Worcestershire. more...
A message from the Editor
A very happy New Year to all Worcester News website users - and a reminder about your comments. more...
A message from the Editor
A very happy New Year to all Worcester News website users - and a reminder about your comments. more...
A message from the Editor
A very happy New Year to all Worcester News website users - and a reminder about your comments. more...
A message from the Editor
A very happy New Year to all Worcester News website users - and a reminder about your comments. more...
A message from the Editor
A very happy New Year to all Worcester News website users - and a reminder about your comments. more...
Tradesman told to protect tools from thieves
TRADESMEN have been urged by police not to leave tools - which they may have been given for Christmas - in places where they could be easily stolen. more...
Did you see missing dinghy?
PEOPLE with information about the theft of a dinghy from Stourport have been asked to contact police. more...
Teenage office worker gets fingers trapped in shredder
A TEENAGE office worker whose fingers were trapped in a paper shredder has had to be released by firefighters. more...
Did you see woman assaulted in Pershore?
ANYONE who saw or heard an assault on a woman by a man in the early hours of the morning in Pershore have been urged to come forward. more...
Did you see woman assaulted in Pershore?
ANYONE who saw or heard an assault on a woman by a man in the early hours of the morning in Pershore have been urged to come forward. more...
Police seek help to discover how two men were injured in Bushwackers
POLICE want to know how two men were injured in a Worcester city centre bar in the early hours of Friday, December 21. more...
Hundreds go quackers for charity
HOMEMADE ducks took to the waters yesterday for the annual Bewdley Duck Race. more...
Body found on city field
A BODY has been discovered on a playing field in Worcester. more...
Body found on city field
A BODY has been discovered on a playing field in Worcester today. more...
Car destroyed in crash fire
A CAR was destroyed after it rolled over and burst into flames at the side of a Worcestershire road. more...
Marchers hope to bring back Christmas lights
CAMPAIGNERS demanding that festive lights be returned to Pershore town centre are taking to the streets. more...
Car destroyed in crash fire
A CAR was destroyed after it rolled over and burst into flames at the side of a Worcestershire road. more...
Car destroyed in crash fire
A CAR was destroyed after it rolled over and burst into flames at the side of a Worcestershire road. more...
New year, new health centre
DROITWICH’s new state-of-the-art health centre is set to open its doors later this year. more...
Decisions needed on homes plan, says MP Luff
MID-Worcestershire MP Peter Luff has questioned whether the right decisions can be made on where to build thousands of new homes in the county while the Government stays tight-lipped on whether it wants to build an eco-town on Throckmorton airfield. more...
Money on the menu thanks to Co-op
GROUPS based on a Worcester housing estate have been handed £800 to keep community spirit alive. more...
How song's new words could help save school
PARENTS at a Worcestershire school threatened with closure have rewritten the lyrics to a classic song in a bid to get more people involved in the consultation on its future. more...
Delays hit regional fire control centre
CONTROVERSIAL plans to close Worcestershire's fire control centre and replace it with a centralised service are delayed and way over budget, union leaders say. more...
Dog walker finds body in the park
THE body of a 93-year-old woman has been found in a popular Worcester park. more...
Claim of Siberian weather is wrong
FORECASTS of heavy snow over the next two days have prompted the Met office to issue a severe weather warning - but Worcester News weatherman Paul Damari is not convinced. more...
Mum and baby 'doing well' after lay-by birth
A BABY boy and his Evesham mum were both said to be doing well in hospital today following a dramatic birth in a busy lay-by just hours before the New Year. more...
Police hunt phone assault gang
POLICE were today hunting a gang of five or six hooded men who attacked a group of Evesham teenagers, injuring two and stealing a £250 mobile phone from a third. more...
Library sale planned
EVESHAM Library will be holding a book sale of surplus stock on Saturday January 10 from 10am to 1pm in the High Street entrance foyer. more...
MBE for No 8's Ray
A RETIRED policeman from Pershore who masterminded the building of a theatre in the town is to receive an MBE. more...
Glyn takes prize
ANGLING: The second round of the Lower Park League took place saw bites hard to get but Glyn Blewett caught small carp to weigh in a winning 4lb 4oz. more...
Alcester given a lesson
Alcester 0 Brackley 54 more...
Alcester given a lesson
Alcester 0 Brackley 54 more...
Spartak in the last four
BARNT Green Spartak have joined Lye Meadow landlords Alvechurch in the Worcestershire Senior Urn semi-finals. more...
Chairman hits out
BIRMINGHAM City Ladies chairman Steve Shipway has spoken out after the club were deprived their biggest gate of the season because quadruple winners and European champions Arsenal cried off. more...
Latets
Police warn over fake cash haul
PEOPLE in Redditch are being warned not to lose out after a substantial quantity of fake new style £20 notes were circulated in the area. more...
Boy trapped in two-car smash
A YOUNG boy was airlifted to hospital after a dramatic two-car crash bear Inkberrow in which five other patients were taken to hospital by land vehicle. more...
Letters
Soon we’ll be a land of no hope nor glory
SIR - What is wrong with British people? Can't people see what is happening to us? more...
We’re a very sorry country nowadays
SIR - I must congratulate Stanley Parr from Pershore for his letter on December 22. Every word he writes is the truth. more...
Pantomime was the best I’ve ever seen
SIR - I would like to congratulate the Expressive Arts Faculty at Elgar Technology College for putting on the best pantomime I have ever seen - even in major British theatres. more...
To be a pensioner here is to be poor
SIR - Am I reading things right? more...
Thank you for the wonderful article
SIR - I wish to thank Alicia Kelly for the beautiful article on Thomas Onions. more...
Some like Nigella, I prefer newsreaders
SIR - Mr Phillpott's friend has a thing' about Nigella Lawson (Saturday, December 8) I have a thing' about TV newsreaders; local and national. more...
Access to nuclear power is worrying
SIR - With this further instability and the total lack of law and order in Pakistan and the neighbouring regions, what is most frightening is that they been entrusted with, and have access to, nuclear power. more...
Make Lea Castle excellence centre
I READ with dismay the news that Lea Castle closure is on the agenda again. more...
LETTER FROM BRUSSELS
COUNTLESS constituents have complained to me over the years that it takes too much time and money to transfer funds electronically from a UK bank to a bank within the Euro-zone, and also that it is not always possible to pay for goods on the continent with a UK-based credit card. This is all about to change. more...
LETTER FROM BRUSSELS
COUNTLESS constituents have complained to me over the years that it takes too much time and money to transfer funds electronically from a UK bank to a bank within the Euro-zone, and also that it is not always possible to pay for goods on the continent with a UK-based credit card. This is all about to change. more...
ON THE BEAT
HAPPY New Year and welcome to the first column of 2008. The police are well known for our use of abbreviations and acronyms. You might well have heard terms like IC1 male being used on TV dramas like The Bill, as well as reality TV sh ows like Traffic Cops, and thought it meant as it sounds,"I see one male." more...
‘Free’ bus travel not thought through
FROM April senior citizens will be entitled to free' travel anywhere in the UK by local bus services thanks to another top-down Labour government strategy. more...
Who designed junction changes?
I have just just come down Bewdley Hill to the new road marking system. Does the brainless moron who designed this live in Kidderminster or the Outer Hebrides? It is obvious that he has got rid of the queue down Bewdley Hill but replaced it with an even longer queue out of Kidderminster. more...
Junction is now worse than ever
WELL, with all the roadwork chaos at the Bewdley Hill/Sutton Road traffic lights in Kidderminster, I was happily fantasising what a nice smooth junction this was going to be! more...
Praise for Pat
VERY many people will agree with Keith Phillips (Malvern Gazette, December 28) that Pat Merrick has been a prime mover, for years, in the debate about the need for a replacement community hospital for Malvern. more...
Attacks on MP are so unfair
I WAS appalled by the personal criticism of our local MP and Home Secretary, Jacqui Smith, by the Police Federation over their pay award. more...
Smith should prepare to go
SHOULD Jacqui Smith, our Redditch MP resign? more...
Compassion for turkeys
AS a Christian I had been, in some ways, dreading Christmas. Not only with the usual things like the crowds when shopping, but also something is being overlooked, the Christmas dinner. more...
Compassion for turkeys
AS a Christian I had been, in some ways, dreading Christmas. Not only with the usual things like the crowds when shopping, but also something is being overlooked, the Christmas dinner. more...
Panto treat
WE visited the pantomime at the Palace Theatre before Christmas. more...
Listings
Where to go
Wednesday, January 2 THEATRE: Cinderella - The Traditional Family Panto, Artrix Centre, School Drive, Bromsgrove (until January 6). more...
Music
Experience humour and insight of folk superstar
FOLK singer Harvey Andrews will be showcasing his songs at Worcester's Huntingdon Hall next Friday. more...
A milestone for music club
DROITWICH Concert Club celebrates its 200th concert this month which will be given by Charivari Agréable - a baroque group group recognised as one of the classiest baroque bands around. more...
New EP marks publishing deal
KIDDERMINSTER band, Weak13, have received a publishing deal after only a few years in the music industry. more...
News
Bollywood is calling on new Worcs signing
WORCESTERSHIRE'S new fast bowling capture Simon Jones will make his acting debut in a Bollywood movie in Australia. more...
Dryden promises new players in City’s squad
WORCESTER City manager Richard Dryden has vowed to add to his squad following the defeat at Red-ditch United. more...
Bookies fancy York to beat Harriers
Kidderminster Harriers' trio of festive fixtures saw them remain unbeaten to raise Aggborough spirits at the start of 2008. more...
Crucial time for Malvern
MALVERN RFC First XV face a "crucial month" of action, according to director of rugby David Robins. more...
Red skipper has a goal
SKIPPER Lee Downes hopes he won't have too long to wait before he gets his New Year's resolution - scoring a goal for Redditch United. more...
Reader'S Pictures
IN TIME GONE BY
Worcester News reader Les Cook sent in this photograph of Old Powick Hospital. He believes it was taken in 1946. more...
Reports
Lewis the hero in penalty drama
Rovers 2
Leamington 2
Rovers win 4-2 on penalties
more...
Banner rocket salvages point
Yate 2
Rovers 2
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Swifts advance after cup thriller
AARON Nelson's penalty kick sent Callowbrook Swifts under-16s into the Mercian League Open Cup quarter-finals with a dramatic shoot-out win over Littleton Juniors. more...
Cinderford Town 2 Malvern Town 2
MANAGERLESS Malvern Town threw away a two-goal lead to begin 2008 with a 2-2 draw at Cinderford in British Gas Business Division One Midlands. more...
Reviews
Special effects - special night
Review - Aladdin at the Hippodrome Theatre, Birmingham, until Sunday, January 27 more...
Round-Up
Fields in stunning success on road
WESTFIELDS kicked off the New Year with an impressive 2-1 win at Midland Alliance title contenders Stratford Town. more...
Notts trip for men’s first team
WORCESTER Men's Firsts head to Nottingham in a rearranged BodyKraft Midlands Premier Division clash on Saturday. more...
Star strikers draw scouts to Harriers
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers are bracing themselves for a bid for hot-shot James Con-stable after 16 Football League scouts - including West Bromwich Albion and Crystal Palace - turned up to watch the New Year's Day clash with Forest Green Rovers. more...
County tournaments set for teenagers
THE start of 2008 signals a busy time for the Worcestershire Schools' Badminton Association. more...
Women’s skittles league results
THE latest results from the Worcester and District Women's Skittles League's Doris Fern Knock-out Cup. more...
Cracking time at Grimley
THERE were thrills and spills at Grimley Raceway as the track held its final meeting for 2007. more...
Referee leaves Malvern feeling cold in friendly
MALVERN director of rugby David Robins was scathing of the refereeing during an 11-5 friendly win at Longlevens. more...
Busy time for badminton
THE start of the new year will be a very busy time for the Worcestershire Schools Badminton Association as it is holding all three county championships in the next few weeks. more...
Ready to cheer on the Warriors
A GROUP of Bromsgrove cheerleaders are hoping to dazzle Worcester Warriors rugby fans after winning the Worcestershire Cheerleading competition. more...
Top tips passed on by England player
ENGLAND star Lorraine Cole was on hand to lend a few tips to Bromsgrove youngsters who took part in a badminton festival. more...
Festive pursuit
PURSUIT races were run on Boxing Day and New Years Day at Barnt Green Sailing Club. more...
Raider struck shop assistant
A WOMAN shop assistant needed hospital treatment for facial injuries following an armed raid on a Bromsgrove village store. more...
Raider struck shop assistant
A WOMAN shop assistant needed hospital treatment for facial injuries following an armed raid on a local village store. more...
Support group for dementia sufferers
A NEW support group for people with dementia, and their carers, has been set up in Bromsgrove. more...
We’ll miss you Sheila
A MUCH loved dinner lady is hanging up her apron after 30 years at a Rubery school. more...
Fishery's in good form
Evesham Jubilee Society,p/> THE recent mild weather has seen improved sport at the Jubilee Fishery with good winning weights recorded from various pegs in open matches. more...
Fishery's in good form
Evesham Jubilee Society THE recent mild weather has seen improved sport at the Jubilee Fishery with good winning weights recorded from various pegs in open matches. more...
Wheelers hit the road
AN IMPROMPTU gathering of 15 Evesham Wheelers keen to work off the excesses of Christmas gathered as usual in the High Street on Sunday morning for a ride to Tewkesbury. more...
Bear-faced cheek! Mill make a mockery of status to spring surprise
SECOND division Cider Mill reached the last eight of the Birdseye Sports Evesham Sunday League's Knockout Cup with a surprise win at first division Bear. more...
Students of new club excel
STUDENTS at the new Verve Tae Kwon-do club in Pershore have achieved new grades in the Korean martial arts. more...
Today's events
Wednesday Members Paintings and Crafts. Work by members of Malvern Hills Gallery. All welcome. Saturdays only 10am-5pm. Malvern Hills Gallery, Worcester Road, Malvern. 10:00am. more...
Weather warning for drivers
AS weather forecasters predict snow showers for the region tomorrow (Thursday, January 3) police are reminding drivers they run the risk of being involved in a serious collision if they do not check their cars regularly and keep them in good condition. more...
Weather warning for drivers
AS weather forecasters predict snow showers for the region tomorrow (Thursday, January 3) police are reminding drivers they run the risk of being involved in a serious collision if they do not check their cars regularly and keep them in good condition. more...
Get fit with the gentle joggers
ANYONE who wants to lose weight or get a bit fitter after the indulgences of the holiday season could do worse than join Malvern's Gentle Joggers. more...
New pool for fishing centre?
A GARDEN centre at Leigh Sinton has put in for planning permission to create a fishing pool on its land. more...
New look for coffee shop
THE Lyttelton Well coffee shop, in Church Street, has a brand new look for the New Year. more...
Application could enlarge factory
A MALVERN company has put in a planning application to extend its premises on the Spring Lane trading estate. more...
Volunteers sought for museum
MALVERN Museum is seeking volunteer stewards for the new season which starts when the museum reopens in mid-March. more...
Supermarket seeks to enlarge premises
SUPERMARKET firm Morrison has sent in a planning application to increase the size of its shop at Malvern Retail Park, off Townsend Way. more...
Annual meeting for civic society
MALVERN Spa Association is holding its annual general meeting on Tuesday, January 8, at The Lyttleton Rooms, Church Street, Great Malvern. more...
Audition chance for young actors
THE search is on for young actors to perform in a play which could end up at the National Theatre in London. more...
Audition chance for young actors
THE search is on for young actors to perform in a play which could end up at the National Theatre in London. more...
Worker stole two wire rolls worth £3,000
A WORKER walked out of a Redditch firm carrying silver wire worth more than £3,000, Worcester Crown Court heard. more...
Teens set for FLOSS funds
WINYATES teens are in the money after being awarded £2,500 to help them apply for a youth shelter in their area. more...
Walkabout will look at PACT issues
THE police as well as representatives from Worcestershire County Council will be meeting Redditch residents for a PACT (Partners and Communities Together) meeting with a difference. more...
Event rewards sports stars
SPORTING stars from across Redditch have had their hard work and efforts rewarded. more...
Nine new officers finish training
NINE new community support officers (CSOs) are celebrating after completing their training and starting work. more...
Lottery cash funds new play facilities
REDDITCH parents with children who would rather stay in and watch TV than go out and play can now breath a sigh of relief. more...
Drop in infections brings Alex praise
A GOVERNMENT inspection team has praised the Alexandra Hospital and others across the county for their efforts to reduce the rate of infection on wards. more...
Celebrating 65 years
A COUPLE both born and bred in Redditch have celebrated an impressive 65 years of marriage. more...
Access fears for elderly residents
SEVERAL elderly Astwood Bank residents are campaigning for an access road to their homes because they fear emergency vehicles might not be able to reach them. more...
‘Bizarre’ work and life of town author
JUST who was Redditch's Lionel Britton - celebrity, playwright and author of the novel Hunger and Love? more...
New director takes up role
A NEW director of adult and community services for Worcestershire County Council has been appointed. more...
Diamond couple
A COUPLE in Headless Cross struggled to find room at the inn last month as they tried to celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary with family and friends. more...
Roundup
Bookies fancy York to beat Harriers
Kidderminster Harriers' trio of festive fixtures saw them remain unbeaten to raise Aggborough spirits at the start of 2008. more...
Late strike sinks Swifts
FA CUP minnows Chasetown grabbed a late winner to edge to a 2-1 victory at home to Stourport Swifts. more...
Late strike sinks Swifts
FA CUP heroes Chasetown grabbed a late winner to edge to a 2-1 victory at home to Stourport Swifts. more...
Rovers 0 Banbury United 2
The chase is on
Richard Ball latches on to a through ball but fails to take advantage of the opportunity. more...
Another chance goes begging
Another opportunity falls to on-loan striker Richard Ball. more...
Heads up
Richard Ball rises for a header at goal. more...
Heads up
Richard Ball rises for a header at goal. more...
Heads up
Richard Ball rises to plant a strong header at goal. more...
Schools
Pupils making good progress
OAK Hill First School has been judged to be providing satisfactory education to its pupils, following its recent Ofsted inspection. more...
Upton
Facelift offer for town shops
BUSINESSES in Upton could receive a facelift as part of a scheme to help the town with its flood recovery. more...
Villages
Wellington Heath
I HOPE you all had a nice Christmas and wish you all a very happy and healthy new year. more...
West Malvern
CONSIDERABLE disruption to traffic through the village must be expected on Monday and Tuesday January 14 and 15, when West Malvern Road will be closed to facilitate the installation of power cables from the junction with Mathon Road and the junction with Old Hollow opposite the Lamb Inn. The officially recommended alternative route between the lower and upper parts of the village will involve going round by North Malvern, Great Malvern, and the Wyche, a distance of several miles. We understand however that it will only be the road between the junctions that will be closed (with access to frontages only). This should allow local residents in light vehicles to make a much shorter, if tortuous, detour via Lower Road, Mathon Road and Croft Bank to avoid the length alternative route, but larger vehicles will have no choice. Also affected will be the 675 bus service through the village. At the time of going to press the operators Malvernian Tours were considering whether they would able to maintain a service during the period of the works: we hope to be able to say here next Friday whether the service will run or not. more...
Malvern Wells
TAKE around 50 people, welcome them with a drink of hot punch and canapes; get them mingling by giving each a name sticker on the back; supply a number of party poppers, pea shooters and buzzy balloons; sit them down to a buffet of game pie, poached salmon, vegetarian quiche, various salads followed by several luscious puddings and finishing off with cheese and biscuits, and you have a jolly good evening provided by The Revellers. Stand-up bingo and dancing followed supper and the New year was welcomed in with great cheer and harmony. more...
Birtsmorton
A WONDERFUL service bringing the true meaning of Christmas to the attention of all the huge congregation for our Christingle service on Sunday, December 23. Just witnessing the magical expression of the many children as their Christingle candle was lit, surely this was the beginning of Christmas and its true meaning. more...
Hollybush
THE midnight service at All Saints proved very popular with some of the congregation travelling quite a distance to share in the first communion of Christmas. more...
What'S On
Extra date for the Boosh
DUE to overwhelming demand for tickets, comedy duo the Mighty Boosh will also appear at Birmingham's NIA Academy on November 1 as well as the original date of October 31. more...
It’s time to tango in Spa
A NEW dance class offering a flavour of the Argentinian tango dance is coming to Droitwich. more...
Where to go (January 2 to January 11)
Wednesday January 2 THEATRE: Cinderella - The Traditional Family Panto, Artrix Centre, School Drive, Bromsgrove (until January 6). more...
Keeping the pigeons at bay
Gardening with Reg Moule of David’s Nurseries Martin Hussingtree more...
Top satire series is released this month
NETWORK has just announced the release of the acclaimed TV satire Spitting Image: The Complete First Series . more...
New motorcycle adventure
AN exciting new five week motorcycle expedition into North and West Africa offers the previously unexplored destination of Guinea Bissau, as something different for riders seeking to experience their own Long Way Down adventure. more...
Capital ideas
IF spending money on all those Christmas presents has left you a bit strapped for cash over the Christmas and New Year period but you still want to make the most of your time off, help is at hand from the Britain and London Visitor Centre in London's Regent Street. more...
Salt museum is getting new visitor centre
NEWS that work has begun on the above ground visitors centre for the Kansas Underground Salt Museum could spark some interest among salt historians in Droitwich, a town famed for its past links with brine. more...
A milestone for music club
DROITWICH Concert Club celebrates its 200th concert this month which will be given by Charivari Agréable - a baroque group group recognised as one of the classiest baroque bands around. more...
Experience humour and insight of folk superstar
FOLK singer Harvey Andrews will be showcasing his songs at Worcester's Huntingdon Hall next Friday. more...
Extra date for the Boosh
DUE to overwhelming demand for tickets, comedy duo the Mighty Boosh will also appear at Birmingham's NIA Academy on November 1 as well as the original date of October 31. more...
It’s time to tango in the Spa
A NEW dance class offering a flavour of the Argentinian tango dance is coming to Droitwich. more...
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