Stories for 7 January 2008

Before The 1900'S

January 5-12

100 Years Ago:  more...

January 5-12

100 Years Ago:  more...

January 5-12

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Business

Delivery service wins best practice accolade

WORCESTERSHIRE express delivery service TNT has been acclaimed a one-in-a-thousand and joined an elite band of the UK's business champions.  more...

Safety award applicants wanted

THE countdown has begun for businesses and organisations in Herefordshire and Worcestershire to enter the RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards.  more...

Workshop led by interior designer

CREATIVE people in Worcestershire who are interested in interior design will have the chance to learn from an expert.  more...

Business News

Alcester brokers scoop chartered status

THE Chartered Insurance Institute has awarded the prestigious Chartered Insurance Brokers title to Morrison Edwards Insurance Brokers of Alcester.  more...

Clubs & Societies

Wythall Gardening Club

A NEW committee was voted in at the AGM in October.  more...

Webheath Digital Photography Club

ALTHOUGH we only started as a new club in February 2007 we now have nearly 40 members attending our weekly meetings and enjoying a wide range of activities, talks, practical nights and field visits.  more...

The Redditch Society

OUR talk on December 14 entitled The Holly, the Ivy and the Mistletoe was given by Harry Green of Worcestershire Wildlife Trust.  more...

St Mary’s Wives Group, Wythall

IN the absence of Jo Chandler, president, June Carrington took the chair and welcomed members and a guest.  more...

Redditch Art Circle

THE evening opened with a reminder that committee nominations will be required for the AGM at the February meeting.  more...

Probus Club of Alcester

THE 243rd meeting was held at the Holly Bush Hotel on December 19.  more...

Everywomans Circle

A VERY enjoyable Christmas party on December 6 was our final meeting of 2007.  more...

Cookhill WI

OUR Festive Supper proved to be a real Christmas cracker, members and their visitors were all in a jovial mood and the atmosphere was as good as the wonderful decorations in the village hall.  more...

Cookhill WI

OUR Festive Supper proved to be a real Christmas cracker, members and their visitors were all in a jovial mood and the atmosphere was as good as the wonderful decorations in the village hall.  more...

Farmers' Markets

Where to get the best produce.

After two or three weeks of cakes, chocolates, wine and beer, a lot of us are now beginning to regret that extra mince pie or final bottle of claret on Boxing Day. With the new year now upon us, a lot of people are resolving to shed a few pounds and ensure a healthy start to 2008.  more...

Football

Sunday league football round-up

Bromsgrove and District Sunday League results (January 6): Division One: Vic Barnt Green 6 Bromsgrove Gen Res 1, D and P La Coruna 4 Bromsgrove Town 1.  more...

We must stay focused, says Oakes

'STAY focused' is the message from manager Paul Oakes to his Fairfield Villa players, after watching them slip to a 3-2 defeat at Alveston.  more...

Beckford is back as Spartak show promise

THE return of Martell Beckford will be an added boost for Barnt Green Spartak in Saturday's visit to top of the table Highgate United.  more...

Goss blasts "unacceptable" Spa

Tom Goss has described his Droitwich Spa side's league position as "unacceptable", as they aim to make massive strides towards Midland Combination Division One safety against strugglers Thimblemill REC on Saturday.  more...

Gardening

Diarmuid says sensible gardens are the future

Innovative garden designer Diarmuid Gavin has seen many trends come and go during his career, from sky blue fences and glass gravel to way-out concrete creations and under-lawn lighting.  more...

Good Enough to eat - Eradicate Apple Canker

If you want a great crop of apples next year, deal with apple canker now. It's particularly virulent in damp conditions and on badly drained soil.  more...

best of the Bunch - Christmas Rose

I know it's the new year, but the Christmas rose so often flowers a little bit later than the festive season, that I thought I'd highlight it now.  more...

Best of the Bunch - Christmas Rose

I know it's the new year, but the Christmas rose so often flowers a little bit later than the festive season, that I thought I'd highlight it now.  more...

Reg Moule Answers your Questions

In the fourth of our Christmas houseplant series the spotlight falls on phalaenopsis orchids.  more...

General

Dance moves help hospice

BUDDING dancers showed off their moves at a Christmas spectacular and raised £300 for charity.  more...

Historic Pictures

Forester Arms Bowling Club

THIS photograph shows members of Forester Arms Bowling Club, Headless Cross and is believed to date from about 1905-1910. It was supplied by David Chatterley from Walkwood and he knows very little about the photo but he believes one of his relatives may be pictured.  more...

In Brief

Charity seeks unit help

PEOPLE who fancy taking up a new, rewarding challenge for 2008 are being the offered the chance to do just that by a town charity.  more...

Film club screening

STUDLEY Film Club will be screening The Wedding Planner at Studley Village Hall on Saturday, January 12.  more...

Film club screening

STUDLEY Film Club will be screening The Wedding Planner at Studley Village Hall on Saturday, January 12.  more...

Kidder News Latest

Drivers' traffic signal headaches

TEMPORARY traffic signals are causing headaches for commuters as many people return to work today.  more...

Drivers' traffic signal headaches

TEMPORARY traffic signals are causing headaches for commuters as many people return to work today.  more...

Snatched camera details issued

POLICE have issued details about a camera that was stolen during a robbery in a Kidderminster underpass.  more...

Snatched camera details issued

POLICE have issued details about a camera that was stolen during a robbery in a Kidderminster underpass.  more...

Pensioner targeted by burglar

A WOMAN in her 80s has been targeted in a distraction burglary after a man let himself into her home.  more...

Sat nav thefts warning

DRIVERS with new satellite navigation systems are being warned to keep them safe.  more...

Anti-crime group merger talks

A GROUP which looks at crime issues in Wyre Forest could be absorbed into one covering the whole of North Worcestershire.  more...

Anti-crime group merger talks

A GROUP which looks at crime issues in Wyre Forest could be absorbed into one covering the whole of North Worcestershire.  more...

Tree tribute to Holocaust victims

A RED oak tree will be planted in Bewdley to commemorate the millions of Holocaust victims of the Nazis.  more...

Town digs deep

The Poppy Day collection in Bewdley raised almost £6,000, it has been announced.  more...

Santa tour raises £5,000

THE annual Father Christmas tour of Wyre Forest by Kidderminster & District Lions Club raised more than £5,000 for the organisation's charity work.  more...

Government mulls over district housing

PLANS setting out how many houses could be built in Wyre Forest and the West Midlands region have been submitted to the Government.  more...

Record sum on streets

STREET collections in Kidderminster by St John Ambulance set a record of more than £1,000 raised in a year during 2007.  more...

Buffalo enclosure revamp

WEST Midland Safari Park's buffalo compound could be set for a revamp in time for the new tourist season.  more...

Nursing home set for refusal

OUTLINE plans to build a 76-bedroom residential nursing home could hit the runners over concerns about its location.  more...

Latest

Latest travel news

Check out the latest travel news before you head off to work.  more...

Latest travel news

Check out the latest travel news before you head off home.  more...

Homeless shelter opens its doors

WORKERS at a homeless shelter have been putting the final touches to preparations for their night service which will open its doors today.  more...

Help give our youngsters a brighter future

YOUR Worcester News is proud to announce its latest, most ambitious and most life-changing appeal to date.  more...

Help give our youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. Click below to read his story. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Challenge Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic." Click here to read young James' story Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate Click here for the Noah's Ark Trust official website  more...

Help give our youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. Click below to read his story. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Challenge Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic." Click here to read James' story Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate Click here for the Noah's Ark Trust official website  more...

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JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

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JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

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JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

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JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

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JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

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JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

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JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

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JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

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JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

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JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

Help give youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

Help give youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

Help give our youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic."   more...

Help give our youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic." Click here to read James' story Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate  more...

Help give our youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Expansion plans Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic." Click here to read James' story Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate  more...

Help give our youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic." Click here to read James' story Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate  more...

Help give our youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Challenge Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic." Click here to read James' story Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate  more...

Help give our youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Challenge Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic." Click here to read James' story Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate  more...

Help give our youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Challenge Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic." Click here to read James' story Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate  more...

Help give our youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Challenge Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic." Click here to read James' story Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate Click here for the Noah's Ark Trust official website  more...

Help give our youngsters a brighter future

JAMES Luke was just nine-years-old when his mum died six weeks after being diagnosed with cancer. Such a sudden death can be shocking and disturbing for a youngster but James was lucky - he was helped through this dark and confusing period by the Worcester-based charity Noah's Ark Trust, which provides help and support for bereaved children across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Hundreds of youngsters like James, who is now 14 and full of praise for Noah's Ark, have been helped to deal with the death of a parent by the charity. Now it's your chance to help Noah's Ark. From today your Worcester News is linking up with Noah's Ark to launch the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal to help youngsters like James. You can read his story here. With your help we're looking to raise enough cash to buy a new home for the trust to carry on its vital work providing help and support for bereaved families. So far hundreds of families have benefited from the service, which includes support from trained bereavement co-ordinators and activity weekends for parents and youngsters. Now the trust is looking for a new home in the heart of Worcester to allow it to carry on and expand its work with families across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. The aim is to buy and equip a property that will allow the charity to co-ordinate bereavement services in the two counties. Through the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal, Noah's Ark aims to expand the service it provides to include therapies, a drop-in centre, workshops for children with special needs and a group work session for teenagers and children who are unable to attend the residential weekends it runs at the Malvern Outdoor Centre. The new building will also allow the trust to expand its services to incorporate training and awareness workshops for teachers, health workers and other members of the community to provide ongoing support for children. Challenge Kevin Ward, Editor of the Worcester News, said: "This is a vital service and the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal - if successful - will mean Noah's Ark can help even more children who need the special support it provides. "I know £1m is a lot of money - but I also know how generous our readers are. Please give whatever you can spare. "We also want to encourage as much fund-raising as possible - if you're planning to do something to help the appeal let our reporter Claire Fry know and we'll publicise your event." Gabby Beddows, head of operations at the trust which is based in Lowesmoor, Worcester, said: "We are very excited to be working with a local, well respected newspaper like the Worcester News. It's our best way to reach the heart of the community and it's a great challenge for the new year. "We are all extremely enthusiastic and hope to reach the target of £1m. The support the Worcester News has given us is fantastic." Click here to read James' story Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate Click here for the Noah's Ark Trust official website  more...

Ark turns negatives in to positives

WHEN James Luke's mother, Lin, died in September 2002 - just six weeks after finding out the devastating news she had cancer - life became unbearable for the surviving members of the family. His father, Ray, had to arrange the funeral and keep a roof over their heads while holding down his job - all the time making sure the then-nine-year-old was coping. But through chance the pair, who lived in Ledbury, heard about the Noah's Ark Trust through friends and decided to give it a go. Mr Luke said: "By knowing there was someone supporting James it lifted a huge burden from me. I was going to my doctor and getting help but a child sometimes needs something different." They were taken on one of the residential weekends, held at the Malvern Outdoor Centre, which not only gives children and adults the chance to have time apart, but also to take part in activities and meet others in similar situations. James, now 14, said: "I really enjoyed myself. I got to do lots of outdoor activities and also did things to remember my mum. "There was a boy there called Jack who had also lost his mum and he got very emotional about some of the things we did. I would stay with him and we would talk about things together. I helped support him and it helped me too by doing that." James, who is in Year 10 at Alcester High School, still supports the charity in as many ways as he can. He still uses some of the methods he was taught by bereavement co-ordinators, such as lighting a candle to remember his mum. James said: "When I was helped by Noah's Ark, I felt like I could talk to someone and I had the opportunity to make it private or do it with my dad. "I got to know the co-ordinator very well. We took things slowly and I wasn't rushed, but they helped me a lot." When he turns 16 James is hoping to become a shipmate' - a helper to other children on the residential weekends, and he is already fundraising for the trust. A few years after the death of his wife, 51-year-old Mr Luke trained to become a crew member' at the residential weekends and has since attended almost every one where he has worked with both children and parents. "It is very important to me to help," he said. "Without Noah's Ark we would have got through it but I don't know where we would be now if we hadn't have had the support. "Noah's Ark is essential. They provide a service that isn't available anywhere else. In the dark times, when Lin died, it was very helpful and reassuring to be able to talk to someone. They really did help kick start our new lives and help build our family." The pair, who now live in Alcester, Warwickshire, also believe the service would be improved even greater once the trust has its own property as it would not only raise awareness of what it does, but also give people a greater opportunity to use the services they, too, had to reply upon. "It would give people ownership of what the trust does and give people who have been bereaved somewhere to go and get support," said Mr Luke. "Their new slogan, towards a brighter future, just about sums it up. It got us through the darkest days of our life and we got to feel we were not on our own. It is very much a journey and Noah's Ark guides you through it." Click here to visit our main appeal page Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate Click here for the Noah's Ark Trust official website  more...

Ark turns negatives in to positives

WHEN James Luke's mother, Lin, died in September 2002 - just six weeks after finding out the devastating news she had cancer - life became unbearable for the surviving members of the family. His father, Ray, had to arrange the funeral and keep a roof over their heads while holding down his job - all the time making sure the then-nine-year-old was coping. But through chance the pair, who lived in Ledbury, heard about the Noah's Ark Trust through friends and decided to give it a go. Mr Luke said: "By knowing there was someone supporting James it lifted a huge burden from me. I was going to my doctor and getting help but a child sometimes needs something different." They were taken on one of the residential weekends, held at the Malvern Outdoor Centre, which not only gives children and adults the chance to have time apart, but also to take part in activities and meet others in similar situations. James, now 14, said: "I really enjoyed myself. I got to do lots of outdoor activities and also did things to remember my mum. "There was a boy there called Jack who had also lost his mum and he got very emotional about some of the things we did. I would stay with him and we would talk about things together. I helped support him and it helped me too by doing that." James, who is in Year 10 at Alcester High School, still supports the charity in as many ways as he can. He still uses some of the methods he was taught by bereavement co-ordinators, such as lighting a candle to remember his mum. James said: "When I was helped by Noah's Ark, I felt like I could talk to someone and I had the opportunity to make it private or do it with my dad. "I got to know the co-ordinator very well. We took things slowly and I wasn't rushed, but they helped me a lot." When he turns 16 James is hoping to become a 'shipmate' - a helper to other children on the residential weekends, and he is already fundraising for the trust. A few years after the death of his wife, 51-year-old Mr Luke trained to become a 'crew member' at the residential weekends and has since attended almost every one where he has worked with both children and parents. "It is very important to me to help," he said. "Without Noah's Ark we would have got through it but I don't know where we would be now if we hadn't have had the support. "Noah's Ark is essential. They provide a service that isn't available anywhere else. In the dark times, when Lin died, it was very helpful and reassuring to be able to talk to someone. They really did help kick start our new lives and help build our family." The pair, who now live in Alcester, Warwickshire, also believe the service would be improved even greater once the trust has its own property as it would not only raise awareness of what it does, but also give people a greater opportunity to use the services they, too, had to reply upon. "It would give people ownership of what the trust does and give people who have been bereaved somewhere to go and get support," said Mr Luke. "Their new slogan, towards a brighter future, just about sums it up. It got us through the darkest days of our life and we got to feel we were not on our own. It is very much a journey and Noah's Ark guides you through it." Click here to visit our main appeal page Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate Click here for the Noah's Ark Trust official website  more...

Ark turns negatives in to positives

WHEN James Luke's mother, Lin, died in September 2002 - just six weeks after finding out the devastating news she had cancer - life became unbearable for the surviving members of the family. His father, Ray, had to arrange the funeral and keep a roof over their heads while holding down his job - all the time making sure the then-nine-year-old was coping. But through chance the pair, who lived in Ledbury, heard about the Noah's Ark Trust through friends and decided to give it a go. Mr Luke said: "By knowing there was someone supporting James it lifted a huge burden from me. I was going to my doctor and getting help but a child sometimes needs something different." They were taken on one of the residential weekends, held at the Malvern Outdoor Centre, which not only gives children and adults the chance to have time apart, but also to take part in activities and meet others in similar situations. James, now 14, said: "I really enjoyed myself. I got to do lots of outdoor activities and also did things to remember my mum. "There was a boy there called Jack who had also lost his mum and he got very emotional about some of the things we did. I would stay with him and we would talk about things together. I helped support him and it helped me too by doing that." James, who is in Year 10 at Alcester High School, still supports the charity in as many ways as he can. He still uses some of the methods he was taught by bereavement co-ordinators, such as lighting a candle to remember his mum. James said: "When I was helped by Noah's Ark, I felt like I could talk to someone and I had the opportunity to make it private or do it with my dad. "I got to know the co-ordinator very well. We took things slowly and I wasn't rushed, but they helped me a lot." When he turns 16 James is hoping to become a 'shipmate' - a helper to other children on the residential weekends, and he is already fundraising for the trust. A few years after the death of his wife, 51-year-old Mr Luke trained to become a 'crew member' at the residential weekends and has since attended almost every one where he has worked with both children and parents. "It is very important to me to help," he said. "Without Noah's Ark we would have got through it but I don't know where we would be now if we hadn't had the support. "Noah's Ark is essential. They provide a service that isn't available anywhere else. In the dark times, when Lin died, it was very helpful and reassuring to be able to talk to someone. They really did help kick start our new lives and help build our family." The pair, who now live in Alcester, Warwickshire, also believe the service would be improved even greater once the trust has its own property as it would not only raise awareness of what it does, but also give people a greater opportunity to use the services they, too, had to reply upon. "It would give people ownership of what the trust does and give people who have been bereaved somewhere to go and get support," said Mr Luke. "Their new slogan, towards a brighter future, just about sums it up. It got us through the darkest days of our life and we got to feel we were not on our own. It is very much a journey and Noah's Ark guides you through it." Click here to visit our main appeal page Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate Click here for the Noah's Ark Trust official website  more...

Ark turns negatives in to positives

WHEN James Luke's mother, Lin, died in September 2002 - just six weeks after finding out the devastating news she had cancer - life became unbearable for the surviving members of the family. His father, Ray, had to arrange the funeral and keep a roof over their heads while holding down his job - all the time making sure the then-nine-year-old was coping. But through chance the pair, who lived in Ledbury, heard about the Noah's Ark Trust through friends and decided to give it a go. Mr Luke said: "By knowing there was someone supporting James it lifted a huge burden from me. I was going to my doctor and getting help but a child sometimes needs something different." They were taken on one of the residential weekends, held at the Malvern Outdoor Centre, which not only gives children and adults the chance to have time apart, but also to take part in activities and meet others in similar situations. James, now 14, said: "I really enjoyed myself. I got to do lots of outdoor activities and also did things to remember my mum. "There was a boy there called Jack who had also lost his mum and he got very emotional about some of the things we did. I would stay with him and we would talk about things together. I helped support him and it helped me too by doing that." James, who is in Year 10 at Alcester High School, still supports the charity in as many ways as he can. He still uses some of the methods he was taught by bereavement co-ordinators, such as lighting a candle to remember his mum. James said: "When I was helped by Noah's Ark, I felt like I could talk to someone and I had the opportunity to make it private or do it with my dad. "I got to know the co-ordinator very well. We took things slowly and I wasn't rushed, but they helped me a lot." Kick start When he turns 16 James is hoping to become a 'shipmate' - a helper to other children on the residential weekends, and he is already fundraising for the trust. A few years after the death of his wife, 51-year-old Mr Luke trained to become a 'crew member' at the residential weekends and has since attended almost every one where he has worked with both children and parents. "It is very important to me to help," he said. "Without Noah's Ark we would have got through it but I don't know where we would be now if we hadn't had the support. "Noah's Ark is essential. They provide a service that isn't available anywhere else. In the dark times, when Lin died, it was very helpful and reassuring to be able to talk to someone. They really did help kick start our new lives and help build our family." The pair, who now live in Alcester, Warwickshire, also believe the service would be improved even greater once the trust has its own property as it would not only raise awareness of what it does, but also give people a greater opportunity to use the services they, too, had to reply upon. "It would give people ownership of what the trust does and give people who have been bereaved somewhere to go and get support," said Mr Luke. "Their new slogan, towards a brighter future, just about sums it up. It got us through the darkest days of our life and we got to feel we were not on our own. It is very much a journey and Noah's Ark guides you through it." Click here to visit our main appeal page Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate Click here for the Noah's Ark Trust official website  more...

Ark turns negatives in to positives

WHEN James Luke's mother, Lin, died in September 2002 - just six weeks after finding out the devastating news she had cancer - life became unbearable for the surviving members of the family. His father, Ray, had to arrange the funeral and keep a roof over their heads while holding down his job - all the time making sure the then-nine-year-old was coping. But through chance the pair, who lived in Ledbury, heard about the Noah's Ark Trust through friends and decided to give it a go. Mr Luke said: "By knowing there was someone supporting James it lifted a huge burden from me. I was going to my doctor and getting help but a child sometimes needs something different." They were taken on one of the residential weekends, held at the Malvern Outdoor Centre, which not only gives children and adults the chance to have time apart, but also to take part in activities and meet others in similar situations. James, now 14, said: "I really enjoyed myself. I got to do lots of outdoor activities and also did things to remember my mum. "There was a boy there called Jack who had also lost his mum and he got very emotional about some of the things we did. I would stay with him and we would talk about things together. I helped support him and it helped me too by doing that." James, who is in Year 10 at Alcester High School, still supports the charity in as many ways as he can. He still uses some of the methods he was taught by bereavement co-ordinators, such as lighting a candle to remember his mum. James said: "When I was helped by Noah's Ark, I felt like I could talk to someone and I had the opportunity to make it private or do it with my dad. "I got to know the co-ordinator very well. We took things slowly and I wasn't rushed, but they helped me a lot." Kick start When he turns 16 James is hoping to become a 'shipmate' - a helper to other children on the residential weekends, and he is already fundraising for the trust. A few years after the death of his wife, 51-year-old Mr Luke trained to become a 'crew member' at the residential weekends and has since attended almost every one where he has worked with both children and parents. "It is very important to me to help," he said. "Without Noah's Ark we would have got through it but I don't know where we would be now if we hadn't had the support. "Noah's Ark is essential. They provide a service that isn't available anywhere else. In the dark times, when Lin died, it was very helpful and reassuring to be able to talk to someone. They really did help kick start our new lives and help build our family." The pair, who now live in Alcester, Warwickshire, also believe the service would be improved even greater once the trust has its own property as it would not only raise awareness of what it does, but also give people a greater opportunity to use the services they, too, had to reply upon. "It would give people ownership of what the trust does and give people who have been bereaved somewhere to go and get support," said Mr Luke. "Their new slogan, towards a brighter future, just about sums it up. It got us through the darkest days of our life and we got to feel we were not on our own. It is very much a journey and Noah's Ark guides you through it." Click here to visit our main appeal page Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate Click here for the Noah's Ark Trust official website  more...

Ark turns negatives in to positives

WHEN James Luke's mother, Lin, died in September 2002 - just six weeks after finding out the devastating news she had cancer - life became unbearable for the surviving members of the family.  more...

Noah's Ark needs people just like you

HERE are just some reasons why the Noah's Ark Trust depends on generosity and fundraising.  more...

Climb on board the Ark

How to donate Visit www.noahsarktrust.co.uk and click on the 'Support Us' button. Call the office on 01905 745735 Post a cheque made payable to Noah's Ark Trust, 1-4 Canalside, Lowesmoor Wharf, Worcester, WR1 2RS. Get fund-raising Fun fund-raising events are a great way of helping the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal. If you're planning an event, let us know and we'll publicise it in print and online. Just contact reporter Claire Fry on 01905 742263 or email cf@worcesternews.co.uk  more...

Climb on board the Ark

How to donate Visit www.noahsarktrust.co.uk and click on the 'Support Us' button. Call the office on 01905 745735 Post a cheque made payable to Noah's Ark Trust, 1-4 Canalside, Lowesmoor Wharf, Worcester, WR1 2RS. Get fund-raising Fun fund-raising events are a great way of helping the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal. If you're planning an event, let us know and we'll publicise it in print and online. Just contact reporter Claire Fry on 01905 742263 or email cf@worcesternews.co.uk  more...

Climb on board the Ark

How to donate Visit www.noahsarktrust.co.uk and click on the 'Support Us' button. Call the office on 01905 745735 Post a cheque made payable to Noah's Ark Trust, 1-4 Canalside, Lowesmoor Wharf, Worcester, WR1 2RS. Get fund-raising Fun fund-raising events are a great way of helping the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal. If you're planning an event, let us know and we'll publicise it in print and online. Just contact reporter Claire Fry on 01905 742263 or email cf@worcesternews.co.uk  more...

Climb on board the Ark

How to donate Log on to www.noahsarktrust.co.uk and click on the 'Support Us' button. Call the office on 01905 745735 Post a cheque made payable to Noah's Ark Trust, 1-4 Canalside, Lowesmoor Wharf, Worcester, WR1 2RS. Get fund-raising Fun fund-raising events are a great way of helping the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal. If you're planning an event, let us know and we'll publicise it in print and online. Just contact reporter Claire Fry on 01905 742263 or email cf@worcesternews.co.uk  more...

Climb on board the Ark

How to donate Log on to www.noahsarktrust.co.uk and click on the 'Support Us' button. Call the office on 01905 745735 Post a cheque made payable to Noah's Ark Trust, 1-4 Canalside, Lowesmoor Wharf, Worcester, WR1 2RS. Get fund-raising Fun fund-raising events are a great way of helping the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal. If you're planning an event, let us know and we'll publicise it in print and online. Just contact reporter Claire Fry on 01905 742263 or email cf@worcesternews.co.uk  more...

Climb on board the Ark

How to donate Log on to www.noahsarktrust.co.uk and click on the 'Support Us' button. Call the office on 01905 745735 Post a cheque made payable to Noah's Ark Trust, 1-4 Canalside, Lowesmoor Wharf, Worcester, WR1 2RS. Get fund-raising Fun fund-raising events are a great way of helping the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal. If you're planning an event, let us know and we'll publicise it in print and online. Just contact reporter Claire Fry on 01905 742263 or email cf@worcesternews.co.uk Click here to visit our main appeal page Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate Click here for the Noah's Ark Trust official website  more...

Climb on board the Ark

How to donate Log on to www.noahsarktrust.co.uk and click on the 'Support Us' button. Call the office on 01905 745735 Post a cheque made payable to Noah's Ark Trust, 1-4 Canalside, Lowesmoor Wharf, Worcester, WR1 2RS. Get fund-raising Fun fund-raising events are a great way of helping the 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal. If you're planning an event, let us know and we'll publicise it in print and online. Just contact reporter Claire Fry on 01905 742263 or email cf@worcesternews.co.uk Click here to visit our main appeal page Click here for the Noah's Ark factfile Click here to raise money and donate Click here for the Noah's Ark Trust official website  more...

Climb on board the Ark

THERE are a variety of ways in which you can help the Towards a Brighter Future appeal. Here's what you need to know.  more...

COMMENT: Please support our new appeal

TODAY we're asking for your help for a very worthy cause. Our 'Towards A Brighter Future' appeal launches today in aid of the Worcester-based charity the Noah's Ark Trust.  more...

Gamble pays off down at the family deer park

TEN years ago they were a group of dilapidated farm buildings on the slopes of Bredon Hill in South Worcestershire hardly fit for man nor beast. Today, they are the winners of a top conversion award for owners Mark and Caron Steele and recognised as an example of rural entrepreneurial vision.  more...

Gamble pays off down at the family deer park

TEN years ago they were a group of dilapidated farm buildings on the slopes of Bredon Hill in South Worcestershire hardly fit for man nor beast. Today, they are the winners of a top conversion award for owners Mark and Caron Steele and recognised as an example of rural entrepreneurial vision.  more...

Councillor guilty of having child porn on computer

A FORMER Malvern Hills councillor has been found guilty of making and possessing indecent photographs of children on a council laptop.  more...

Councillor guilty of having child porn on computer

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Ex-deputy mayor guilty on child porn charges

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City DJ lucky not to go to jail over £2,500 drugs haul

POLICE found about £2,500 of drugs in the home of a disk jockey from Worcester, a court heard.  more...

Businesswoman's mirrors survive trip from China

A SUPERSTITIOUS businesswoman has breathed a sigh of relief after thousands of mirrors she had imported from China arrived at her Droitwich shop in one piece.  more...

Prizes galore handed to competition winners

LUCKY competition winners have been celebrating a bumper prize bonanza, thanks to your Worcester News.  more...

Punk rocker backs Christmas lights campaign

A FORMER pink-haired punk from Pershore has added sparkle to a colourful campaign to bring back the town's Christmas lights.  more...

Punk rocker backs Christmas lights campaign

A FORMER pink-haired punk from Pershore has added sparkle to a colourful campaign to bring back the town's Christmas lights.  more...

Fresh appeal for witnesses

FRESH witnesses are being sought by Evesham police following an incident in a town pub.  more...

Dog that bit man’s hand so violently it broke is reprieved

A GERMAN shepherd dog which bit and broke the hand of a man walking his labrador will not be put down.  more...

Christmas generations

A 96-YEAR-OLD woman from Mickleton had a precious Christmas present when four generations of her family came together for a special meal at her daughter's Evesham home.  more...

Lights protesters take to the streets

MORE than 60 campaigners took to the streets of Pershore to campaign for the return of the town's popular Christmas lights.  more...

Thief escapes jail

AN Evesham man who stole three Bosch drills worth nearly £250 has escaped going to prison.  more...

Drove without full licence

A woman who drove a car without a fully qualified passenger while she only held a provisional driver's licence has appeared before Worcester Magistrates.  more...

Fladbury parish plan review

RESIDENTS of the Fladbury area are being invited to come and review the Future Fladbury Parish Plan at a forthcoming exhibition.  more...

Fladbury parish plan review

RESIDENTS of the Fladbury area are being invited to come and review the Future Fladbury Parish Plan at a forthcoming exhibition.  more...

Fresh police appeal for witnesses after Karma assualt

A FRESH appeal for information has been launched almost four months after a serious disorder' outside an Evesham nightspot.  more...

Letters

The police were out in force at Christmas

SIR - A wry smile crossed my face on January 3 as I read Chris Lee's letter claiming not to have seen any policemen on the beat over the Christmas period.  more...

Mr Lee’s comment insulted the police

SIR - I feel compelled to respond to the letter of Chris Lee (Letters, January 3).  more...

Pensioners’ groups have had their say

SIR - In reply to Kathryn Downton, acting head of older people and physical disability services at Worcestershire County Council (Letters, December 28). Before taking issue with Fred Kaler, chairman of the Evesham and District Pensioners' Association (EDPA), for his strongly-worded but accurate letter, had Kathryn been briefed by, or listened to, her predecessor, she would have been aware that both EDPA and the Worcestershire Pensioners Action Group (WPAG), had attended the first such tasting here in Worcester.  more...

If only we stood up and did something

SIR - I was interested in your comment on January 3. The problem in the UK today is that we do not stand together and stand up for ourselves.  more...

Memorial money could go to hospital

SIR - Wishful thinking, I know, but wouldn't it be nice if the Heritage Lottery money of £33,000 earmarked for the controversial war memorial in Gheluvelt Park could be given instead to the fire ravaged Royal Marsden Hospital?  more...

Playwright should join a drama club

SIR - May I suggest that the person interested in writing plays contacts either one of the writing circles in the area (there are circles in Malvern and Worcester) or else joins one of the drama societies he says he has been in touch with and learns what works on stage and what doesn't and how a play is put together.  more...

Family still growing

I NOTICED in the Shuttle's Review of 2007 you pictured Bob and Alice, the guinea pigs found abandoned at Far Forest.  more...

Poppy Appeal near £6,000

A BIG thank you to the people of Bewdley in their support for this year's Poppy Appeal. Also very special thanks to collectors, hops, pubs and various organisations as nearly £6,000 was collected.  more...

Christmas tour thanks from Lions

PRESIDENT June Lamm and her fellow Lions would like to express their sincere thanks to all those who gave so generously to the Kidderminster & District Lions Club Christmas Float collection.  more...

Lea Castle home for talking newspaper?

I READ with sadness that the Wyre Forest Talking Newspaper may have to close due to lack of premises.  more...

Which charity had nightclub cash?

I WOULD like to commend the door staff of Mirage/M2 Nightclub in Kidderminster for their benevolent efforts on the run-up to Christmas.  more...

Volunteer needed

IF you have some spare time and are hoping to take up a new activity this January please consider volunteering! You may be surprised at the range of roles there are, such as befriending, play advocacy, family support, and driving for the local Community Car Service. Short training courses may be available to help prepare volunteers before they start. Suitable personal qualities and life experience are usually required rather than academic qualifications. Volunteers may learn new skills, make friends and gain satisfaction from their contribution to local charities.  more...

Hospital site debate

I AM sure most readers would agree with your editorial of December 28, that we should go into 2008 determined to drive the new hospital project forward; However, your previous Opinion column was also correct in suggesting that the Government's allocation of £19m was so unexpected, that we should examine it from every angle because there must be a catch!  more...

Garden waste

MOST residents in Malvern are fully aware of the need to reduce, reuse, recycle and I among many purchased a compost bin from the Council, but we also have surplus garden waste to the capacity of our bin(s) and need to use the green bags from time to time.  more...

Memories of the Suez Campaign

I HAVE written a book - Suez: the Hidden Truths - which details those turbulent years of the Suez emergency of the early 1950s, when thousands of troops, many National Servicemen were posted to defend the canal zone, often facing appalling conditions.  more...

Veggie values

I SHARE the sentiments of Ursula Lowe, Compassion for turkeys' - but suspect her agenda was less about animal welfare and more to do with her own vegetarian values.  more...

Sing the praises

THROUGH Your view I would like to thank the wonderful people of Redditch.  more...

Sing the praises

THROUGH Your view I would like to thank the wonderful people of Redditch.  more...

Sing the praises

THROUGH Your view I would like to thank the wonderful people of Redditch.  more...

Grit nonsense

ANOTHER manifestation of this crazy' mercinary way of reasoning, by our Great and the Good'.  more...

Volunteer for a great resolution

HOW many times have we set ourselves a New Year's resolution, only to fail before January is completed?  more...

Events to look forward to

FIRST of all may I wish all readers a happy New Year!  more...

MS survey

DURING this month, the Multiple Sclerosis Trust and the Royal College of Physicians are working together to conduct the biggest ever survey of MS servic