Stories for 13 February 2008

Alcester

Town backs folk festival fundraiser

A FUNDRAISING festival is taking place to help make sure the Alcester Folk Festival will be able to continue into 2009 as its finances become strained.  more...

Frisky fun for charity

THE breast' Valentine's Day present you can think of was on sale at an Alcester lingerie shop during a special Valentine's bra fitting day.  more...

It’s good to talk . . .

PUPILS from Alcester Grammar School were talking in class' as they welcomed visitors from The Talisman Theatre in Kenilworth.  more...

Views on Shakespeare

A TEAM of Year 12 students from Alcester Grammar School has been chosen from over 60 nationwide, to compete in the Great Shakespeare Debate.  more...

Police appeal for accident witnesses

AN elderly man is in a critical condition following a road traffic accident on Birmingham Road in Alcester.  more...

Cash boost for charity

ALCESTER Hearty Fundraising Group has announced an annual charity total of over £12,000 for 2007.  more...

Please support daffodil appeal

AS many people as possible in the Alcester and surrounding areas are being encouraged to take part in fundraising activities as part of the Great Daffodil Appeal.  more...

Police crackdown on daytime thefts

POLICE mounted extra patrols in Alcester and Studley in a special operation following a spate of daytime burglaries in the area.  more...

Young adventurers also set for spot of decorating

STUDENTS from Alcester Grammar School are planning for a trip to Tanzania to help with the construction of a local school.  more...

Ghostly goings on at town hall

SPOOKY goings on will be hoped for as the West Midlands Ghost Club search for spooks at Alcester Town Hall.  more...

Fundraising events for heart group

A CHEESE and wine evening will be held in Alcester which will feature a talk from a guest speaker.  more...

Cancer Support news

THE annual general meeting of the Alcester committee of Macmillan Cancer Support will be held this month.  more...

Do you have a few spare hours?

COUGHTON Court is on the lookout for potential volunteers to help staff a new catering kiosk on the site.  more...

Tourism boost ideas appeal

A PROJECT put in place to promote tourism in market towns is looking for input from Alcester businesses on how to spend a £25,000 grant designed to help attract visitors.  more...

Raiders hit local store

A LARGE quantity of cigarettes were stolen when thieves broke into the Tesco Express supermarket in Hopkins Precinct in Alcester.  more...

Learning the way of the dragons

CHINESE New Year was marked at Haselor School with the performance of a traditional dragon dance.  more...

Firefighters’ fund gets boost from householders

RESIDENTS from across South Warwickshire Housing Association have decided to donate £1 per household to the Warwickshire Firefighters Families Fund.  more...

Turning back the tide

ALCESTER'S new flood champion has called a recent flood forum meeting a good start in the fight against future flooding.  more...

Am Dram

Thriller is 'Dead certain' to leave you gripped

WHEELCHAIR user and writer Liz employs an actor for her latest play - but is all as it seems?  more...

Back On Track Appeal

Sending positive message

A COMMUNITY group working to reduce anti-social behaviour and increase leisure facilities for young people has donated £150 to the Back on Track appeal.  more...

Body And Soul

Under the weather? Give Dru yoga a try

IF you're feeling under the weather and out of shape then a trip to the doctor may not always be the answer. Old medicine may indeed be the best medicine, as the saying goes.  more...

Bromsgrove Rovers 0 Corby Town 2

Well done

Ben Albutt is congratulated on his new one-year Rovers contract by chairman Tom Herbert (right) and manager Duane Darby (left).   more...

Remember them

Rovers players remember the victims of the Munich air disaster and recently deceased Greens supporter Joe Jones before kick-off on Saturday.  more...

My ball

Chris Cornes challenges in the air.  more...

Up and over

Matt Birley shows fantastic skill as he bursts past full-back Wayne Diyk.  more...

First out of the blocks

Les Hines is determined to get to the ball first.  more...

Challenge

Leigh Downing sets his sights on winning the ball.  more...

In space

Matt Birley finds himself in acres of space as he aims to drive the Greens forward.  more...

Business

Firm welcomed to city by rugby star

ALEKI Lutui, Worcester Warrior's star rugby hooker, has officially opened the new offices of Select Appointments in the city.  more...

Chance for over-60s to have a new home

THROUGH a new business partnership with lifetime lease provider Homewise, Worcester estate agents Connells is able to offer homes for sale at a discount to the over-60s.  more...

Farmland prices surge

FARMLAND prices in the West Midlands surged at the fastest pace in the RICS's rural market survey's history during the second half of 2007 - up by 27.3 per cent, compared with 11.5 per cent in the first half of the year.  more...

Clubs & Societies

Everywoman’s Circle

THE first meeting of 2008 was held on the 10th January, when chairwoman Jenny Johnson gave a warm welcome to a large gathering of members.  more...

The Redditch Society

The talk on February 1 was given by Barry Jones who is a member of the society. He introduced us to the Island of Nevis with which he has become acquainted through holidays taken there.  more...

Drakes Cross WI

PRESIDENT Netta Pearson welcomed members to the January meeting, the Institute's 16th birthday.  more...

Friends of Coughton Court

In January the Friends of Coughton Court held their annual lunch at Kings Norton Golf Club. To the pleasure of those present, Clare Throckmorton was able to attend. This year is the tenth year since the founding of The Friends so the occasion was marked with a special entertainment.  more...

Bromsgrove and District Flower Arrangement Society

At the December meeting Chairman Jean Ward welcomed 42 members and nine visitors to our Annual General Meeting.  more...

Cricket

Duo lead Spa to five-wicket win

DROITWICH A' cruised to a five-wicket win over Avoncroft in the Worcestershire Cricket Board Indoor League.  more...

Fashion Zone

My clothes by Chloe Matthews

I go to Mkone for my clothes. There are so many cool clothes in there.  more...

Fixtures

County football fixture round-up for weekend

SATURDAY WORCESTER & DISTRICT LEAGUE Martley Cup: Hanley Swan v West Malvern (J Whittington); Worcester YMCA v Hallow WMC (N Canning); Martley Spurs v VBL Sports (J Williams); Upton Town v Grovesnor Sports (R Storr).  more...

County hockey fixture list

SATURDAY BODYKRAFT MIDLANDS MEN'S LEAGUE Midlands Premier Division: Worcester v North Stafford (12.45pm).  more...

Football

Sunday league football results:

Bromsgrove and District Sunday Football League results (February 10): Bridgwater Cup second round: Victoria Barnt Green 3 Meadow Park 2, Nailers Arms 2 Rubery Athletic 0.  more...

Spartak crash out to Students

BARNT Green Spartak crashed out of the Endsleigh Challenge Cup with a 3-0 fourth round defeat at Midland Alliance outfit Loughborough University.  more...

Joga Bonito eye league leaders

JOGA Bonito are piling on the pressure at the top of the Droitwich Sunday Leisure League after easing through 5-1 against Boycot FC.  more...

Chelsea stars

FORMER Droitwich Diamond Chelsea Weston played the full 90 minutes as England under-20s were edged out 1-0 by women's football giants USA in the opening match of a World Cup warm-up tournament in Chile.  more...

General

Sex bugs warning for Valentines

THE most romantic day of the year may soon be upon us but people across the West Midlands are being urged to make sure that love is the only "bug" they catch.  more...

Charity gives elderly a lift

HELP the Aged is launching a range of stairlifts designed to help older people remain independent in their own homes for longer.  more...

Kidder News Latest

Sending positive message

A COMMUNITY group working to reduce anti-social behaviour and increase leisure facilities for young people has donated £150 to the Back on Track appeal.  more...

Sending positive message

A COMMUNITY group working to reduce anti-social behaviour and increase leisure facilities for young people has donated £150 to the Back on Track appeal.  more...

Film will go on, vows director

A FORMER Shuttle/Times & News photographer said his directorial debut about the 1999 Kosovo War would go ahead despite renewed tensions in the region between Serbians and Albanians.  more...

Film will go on, vows director

A FORMER Shuttle/Times & News photographer said his directorial debut about the 1999 Kosovo War would go ahead despite renewed tensions in the region between Serbians and Albanians.  more...

Film will go on, vows director

A FORMER Shuttle/Times & News photographer said his directorial debut about the 1999 Kosovo War would go ahead despite renewed tensions in the region between Serbians and Albanians.  more...

Confusion over crossing system

A BLIND man has been "risking" his life or relying on passers-by to get over a busy main road - not realising a system was in place that would allow him to cross safely.  more...

Free parking move welcomed

BEWDLEY town councillors have welcomed the suspension of car parking charges for off-street parking in Bewdley after 4pm for the next few months.  more...

Online poll: Scrap park and ride

SHUTTLE Online voters have given a massive thumbs down to Kidderminster's struggling park and ride scheme.  more...

Online poll: Scrap park and ride

SHUTTLE Online voters have given a massive thumbs down to Kidderminster's struggling park and ride scheme.  more...

Online poll: Scrap park and ride

SHUTTLE Online voters have given a massive thumbs down to Kidderminster's struggling park and ride scheme.  more...

Helping others brings rewards

THE retired 63-year-old recognised as one of Wyre Forest's local heroes says he does it because "it's nice to help other people".  more...

Helping others brings rewards

THE retired 63-year-old recognised as one of Wyre Forest's local heroes says he does it because "it's nice to help other people".  more...

Seven arrests - one charge

ALL but one of the people arrested in an investigation into a spate of burglaries in Kidderminster's Aggborough area of the town have been released without charge.  more...

Warning over home security

KEEP your home safe and secure is the advice West Mercia Constabulary is giving residents of Wyre Forest.  more...

Hope for May rebuild start

PLANS have been drawn up for a new clubhouse at Stourport Sports Club, with the rebuild expected to start in May or June this year.  more...

Hope for May rebuild start

PLANS have been drawn up for a new clubhouse at Stourport Sports Club, with the rebuild expected to start in May or June this year.  more...

History lecture season starts

CHADDESLELY Corbett Local History Society's lecture season gets under way with an illustrated talk by Roy Peacock on James Foster, the Stourbridge benefactor.  more...

Stourport Sports Club boost

STOURPORT Sports Club has been boosted by a planning decision which will allow it to become one of only four regional centres for netball nationwide.  more...

Stourport Sports Club boost

STOURPORT Sports Club has been boosted by a planning decision which will allow it to become one of only four regional centres for netball nationwide.  more...

Lea Castle meeting set

HEALTH chiefs will be at a public meeting to help decide the future of the closure-threatened Lea Castle Centre.  more...

Lea Castle meeting set

HEALTH chiefs will be at a public meeting to help decide the future of the closure-threatened Lea Castle Centre.  more...

Lea Castle meeting set

HEALTH chiefs will be at a public meeting to help decide the future of the closure-threatened Lea Castle Centre, today.  more...

'Scamnesty' launched

PEOPLE can dispose of their scam mail at Wyre Forest libraries as part of a drive to catch would-be fraudsters.  more...

'Scamnesty' launched

PEOPLE can dispose of their scam mail at Wyre Forest libraries as part of a drive to catch would-be fraudsters.  more...

Warning over floods prevention

LANDOWNERS in Wyre Forest are being reminded by the Worcestershire Land Drainage Partnership of their responsibility to help reduce the likelihood of flooding caused by poor maintenance of watercourses.  more...

Warning over floods prevention

LANDOWNERS in Wyre Forest are being reminded by the Worcestershire Land Drainage Partnership of their responsibility to help reduce the likelihood of flooding caused by poor maintenance of watercourses.  more...

Popular pub demolition

PLANNING chiefs have voted in favour of a plan to demolish a popular pub and replace it with four new houses and 10 new flats.  more...

Popular pub demolition

PLANNING chiefs have voted in favour of a plan to demolish a popular pub and replace it with four new houses and 10 new flats.  more...

Popular pub demolition

PLANNING chiefs have voted in favour of a plan to demolish a popular pub and replace it with four new houses and 10 new flats.  more...

Popular pub demolition

PLANNING chiefs have voted in favour of a plan to demolish a popular pub and replace it with four new houses and 10 new flats.  more...

Popular pub demolition

PLANNING chiefs have voted in favour of a plan to demolish a popular pub and replace it with four houses and 10 flats.  more...

Animal charity launches televsion hunt

ANIMAL-LOVERS can raise money for a charity which cares for dogs and cats and turn their unwanted clutter into cash.  more...

Animal charity launches televsion hunt

ANIMAL-LOVERS can raise money for a charity which cares for dogs and cats and turn their unwanted clutter into cash.  more...

Kidz Competitions

Latest book competition winner

C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S to Brigid O'Connor, who won the Charlie and Lola This is Actually my Party' book by Lauren Child in our latest online Kidz Zone competition.  more...

Latest

Latest travel news

Check out the latest travel news before you leave for work.  more...

Latest travel news

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

Chance for over-60s to have a new home

THROUGH a new business partnership with lifetime lease provider Homewise, Worcester estate agents Connells is able to offer homes for sale at a discount to the over-60s.  more...

Vent your spleen with us

YOUR Worcester News is more than just a way to find out what's going on in your local area and across the county.  more...

Eugénie gets director's role

WORCESTERSHIRE-based independent financial advisers McCarthy Taylor Ltd have announced the appointment of Eugénie Cameron as a director.  more...

Credit card 'skimmers' remanded

Two men have been remanded in custody for a bank fraud offence in Worcester.  more...

Make your 50s your best years yet!

A NEW course to help men over 50 in Worcester live life to the full will be running each Friday for the next five weeks.  more...

Time is running out for mystery graffiti vandal

TIME is running out for the mystery tagger who daubed graffiti on 17 separate sites in a Worcestershire village.  more...

Mosquito device has done the trick

A CONTROVERSIAL weapon in the fight against anti-social behaviour is being used in Worcester - much to the delight of one businessman.  more...

I spent two years in a metal cage at Guantanamo Bay

HOODED and kneeling on the cold cell floor, his wrists and ankles strapped behind his back, a young father-of-three from Birmingham was kicked and beaten from every side.  more...

Prisoners 'won't get fair trial'

A FORMER detainee of Guantanamo Bay told your Worcester News that American plans to put 9/11 suspects before a military tribunal made "a mockery of justice."  more...

Songs of love and chance to win dinner

MUSIC will be the food of love for an audience member at a romantic Valentine's Day concert in Worcester.  more...

Anger as homes get the go-ahead

PEOPLE have reacted angrily to a decision to allow seven homes to be built in Kempsey, near Worcester, after three councillors turned up late to a planning meeting and missed hearing their opposition.  more...

Pupils learn about their community

PUPILS at a Worcestershire first school have been learning about the world of business.  more...

Bid to halt crimes by children in care

GUIDELINES aimed at reducing the number of children in Worcestershire's residential care system committing crimes have been launched in Worcester.  more...

Crazy paving High Street under attack again

WORCESTER city centre’s problem-plagued High Street has come under attack once again after slabs were left uneven and poorly presented.  more...

COMMENT: Is Mosquito the right tool for the job?

A BREACH of children's human rights or an effective way of preventing anti-social behaviour?  more...

Bogus workman stole dumper trucks

A THIEF pretending to be part of the roadworks team in Worcester’s Barbourne stole two mini-dumper trucks - worth a total of £20,000.   more...

Man hurt in police van smash

A POLICE van was involved in a collision with a car at the weekend.  more...

Drumming up support for children in Gambia

PUPILS at Christopher Whitehead Language College raised more than £300 following a special African-themed concert.  more...

County council failing to give top jobs to ethnic minorities

WORCESTERSHIRE County Council has one of the worst records in the entire country for giving top jobs to people from ethnic minorities.  more...

Store to fight 'golliwog' critics

A SHOP owner in Worcester has defended her right to sell golliwog dolls, despite a call for them to be removed from sale.  more...

Store to fight 'golliwog' critics

A SHOP owner in Worcester today defended her right to sell golliwog dolls, despite a call for them to be removed from sale.  more...

Learning centre helps folk back to work

A STATE-OF-THE-ART learning centre is set to give people in Droitwich the chance to improve their skills and help them return to work.  more...

Learning centre helps folk back to work

A STATE-OF-THE-ART learning centre is set to give people in Droitwich the chance to improve their skills and help them return to work.  more...

Barn dance for Noah's Ark Trust is a success

A BARN dance held by a group of woman to raise money for a city-based charity to buy its own base has been hailed a great success.  more...

Wychavon delivers VFM

WYCHAVON district council has scored top marks for delivering value for money for the third year running.  more...

Friendly Ginger will be sadly missed

SAD Pershore shopkeepers have said they will miss the antics of a town character who has died.  more...

Armoured vehicle will keep our soldiers safe

SOLDIERS from 2nd Battalion Mercian Regiment (Worcesters and Foresters) have praised an armoured vehicle for helping to keep them safe on their recent tour of southern Afghanistan.  more...

We want young people to join bell-ringing fun

SMALL rural churches in Worcestershire are trying to attract more young people to continue the tradition of bell ringing.  more...

Dump your dodgy junk mail

PEOPLE are being given the chance to help prevent postal scams by getting rid of their junk mail at libraries across Herefordshire this month.  more...

Get your Worcester News through Facebook

FACEBOOKERS are still joining the Worcester News' growing ranks of friends - why not become one of them?  more...

School team battles through to inter-regional finals

TWO teams from the Royal Grammar School and The Alice Ottley School met head-to-head in the local final of the national Schools Challenge competition for 2008.  more...

All change on the buses

BUS users are being reminded to check their timetables as commercial operators will be changing or withdrawing some services this month.  more...

Let's talk about rubbish in Malvern

WHEELIE bins and parking permits will be on the in Malvern.  more...

Let's talk about rubbish in Malvern

WHEELIE bins and parking permits will be on the in Malvern.  more...

Massage parlour licence fees to rise by 50 per cent

OPENING a massage parlour in Worcester will be a costly exercise in the future after councillors decided to raise licence fees by 50 per cent.  more...

Worcester News weather watch

Keep up to date with the latest weather forecast and travel news with your Worcester News.  more...

Deadly toll of city lifestyles

THE deadly toll of unhealthy living in parts of Worcester has been revealed.  more...

Crash witness sought

AN important witness to a collision between two cars in Eckington is being sought by Evesham police.  more...

Hunt for long-lost relatives

A COUPLE from Devon are trying to locate long-lost members of their extended family who were last known to be living in Evesham.  more...

Evesham trio in Youth Cabinet

THREE young students from Evesham schools have been elected to the Worcestershire Youth Cabinet in this year's elections.  more...

Reward for artistic pupils

FIVE pupils from St Nicholas CE Middle School in Pinvin, were rewarded for their artistic talent and green thinking this week.  more...

Louise jumps in memory of gran

AN EVESHAMwoman is taking the plunge with a free-fall parachute jump to raise money for a multiple sclerosis charity in memory of her grandmother.  more...

Wanted - superstar to play Jesus

A CHARITY performance of Jesus Christ Superstar is in urgent need of men to take part in the famous Andrew Lloyd Webber musical.  more...

Wanted - superstar to play Jesus

A CHARITY performance of Jesus Christ Superstar is in urgent need of men to take part in the famous Andrew Lloyd Webber musical.  more...

Help for asthma sufferers

PEOPLE with breathing difficulties can seek expert help when asthma specialists visit Evesham at the end of the month.  more...

Mum stole for friend's party

A YOUNG mother who stole £35.37 worth of alcohol and food for a friends birthday party has appeared in court.  more...

Latets

Centenary celebration

A REMARKABLE woman has celebrated her 100th birthday with a family tea party at her residential home.  more...

Fresh food mall comes to town

THE Kingfisher Shopping Centre is set to receive its long-awaited fresh food hall and mini shopping mall.  more...

Young singer spies success

A WANNABE pop star from Redditch has been chosen from more than 10,000 singers and bands across the country to perform at the live stages of Live and Unsigned.  more...

Councillors act on pools charge

REDDITCH councillors have made a surprise visit to swimming pools in Redditch following an article in the Advertiser with complaints they were not up to scratch.  more...

New chemical to kill superbug

A CHURCH Hill man is at the forefront of a major scientific breakthrough which could help eradicate a host of killer superbugs.  more...

New chemical to kill superbug

A CHURCH Hill man is at the forefront of a major scientific breakthrough which could help eradicate a host of killer superbugs.  more...

Let love blossom for ever

FOR those who are struggling to think of something to buy a loved one this valentines day why not buy a gift that keeps on growing.  more...

Danger bikes on pavement

CYCLISTS who ride on the pavement are being warned that they are breaking the law and could be subject to a fine.  more...

Please support daffodil appeal

AS many people as possible in the Redditch and Alcester areas are being encouraged to take part in fundraising activities as part of the Great Daffodil Appeal.  more...

New picture of flasher

THIS is the face of the man Redditch police want to speak to during investigations into a series of indecent exposures in the town.  more...

Volunteering success

A LOCAL disability helpline is celebrating a successful first phase of a volunteer recruitment drive in Redditch.  more...

A dream come true for merry little man

A VERY special wish came true for a seven-year-old from Redditch living with cancer when he spent the day as Robin Hood at Nottingham Castle.  more...

A dream come true for merry little man

A VERY special wish came true for a seven-year-old from Redditch living with cancer when he spent the day as Robin Hood at Nottingham Castle.  more...

Teacher tells of his miraculous recovery

A YEAR on from a car accident which nearly cost a Redditch teacher his life, he has spoken of his remarkable steps towards recovery and getting his life back on track.  more...

It’s time to retire says trainer Tom

A BUSINESSMAN who has been called "a local hero" and who helped thousands of youngsters into their first job has retired.  more...

Judge calls halt to sex offence trial

A TEENAGER accused of carrying out a sex act in front of two detectives in Redditch has had his trial stopped by a judge at Worcester Crown Court.  more...

Youngsters’ taste of business world

ENTERPRISING youngsters from Astwood Bank First School have been experiencing what it's like to run a business.  more...

Youngsters’ taste of business world

ENTERPRISING youngsters from Astwood Bank First School have been experiencing what it's like to run a business.  more...

Dig out your glad rags

A CHARITY ball will be held at the Abbey Park Hotel with all money raised going to Cancer Research.  more...

Chance for residents to have say on policing

REDDITCH residents are being invited to have their say at five forthcoming PACT (Partners and Communities Together) meetings over the next few days.  more...

Special thanks to the doctors

AFTER spending Christmas in hospital, a boy from Redditch took part in a fancy dress day at his school to raise money for the doctors that helped him.  more...

Special thanks to the doctors

AFTER spending Christmas in hospital, a boy from Redditch took part in a fancy dress day at his school to raise money for the doctors that helped him.  more...

Council pledge on childcare

REDDITCH parents with childcare needs are being asked to give feedback on the provision available.  more...

Happily married for 60 years

A LOVING couple who tied the knot on valentine's day are set to celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary.  more...

Happily married for 60 years

A LOVING couple who tied the knot on valentine's day are set to celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary.  more...

Four arrested after car chase

FOUR people were arrested after an incident in Redditch in which a vehicle failed to stop for police.  more...

Appeal for witnesses

POLICE are re-appealing for information about a sexual assault that happened last year.  more...

Children are suspected

CHILDREN are thought to be behind an incident in which a car was damaged in Redditch.  more...

Cultural exchanges

YOUNGSTERS at Honey Pots Day Nursery in St Georges, have spent the week celebrating multiculturalism.  more...

Have your say on referendum

TO mark the launch of the referendum on the EU Constitution in Redditch, a giant ballot box was inflated in the town centre.  more...

It’s when the in-spectre calls

BORDESLEY Hall has been sending shivers down spines as it was declared the second most haunted venue in the Great British Ghost Hunt.  more...

Peace man can carry on with protest

REDDITCH peace protester Brian Haw has been told he is free to carry on his protest outside the House of Commons.  more...

Police look for victim

POLICE are searching for a man who is thought to be the victim of an assault.  more...

Get cracking for nest box week

REDDITCH residents are being asked to give a thought for our feathery friends during National Nest Box Week.  more...

Indoor car boot date

AN indoor car boot sale will take place at Alvechurch Village Hall.  more...

Free drink

VISITORS to the Kingfisher Centre are being encouraged to enjoy a free drink.  more...

Cooking up a treat

FOOD connoisseurs from all over Worcestershire gathered at Trinity High School for the area final of the Rotary Young Chef Competition.  more...

Gingerbread delight

A GINGERBREAD man was on hand to give a little spice to the opening of new facilities at Abbeywood First School.  more...

Stranded! No buses and no-one to help

A DISABLED woman has spoken out about the difficulties facing wheelchair users who want to get in and out of town.  more...

Letters

Support law and order, Mr Wilmott

SIR - Mr Wilmott writes (February 1) that the police are "without a care for the people they serve". Bunkum. PC Wayne Hurley our beat officer and several local community support officers regularly walk, often alone, around old Warndon. They all have to wear protective knife and gun-proof vests, protecting people like Mr Wilmott from being mugged, raped or burgled. They are good, honest, decent citizens and personal friends of mine.  more...

What Worcester needs is some new planners

SIR - I left Worcester many years ago and recently returned for a reunion with ex-colleagues. What a shock!  more...

Stop trying to fool us, city council

SIR - Yet another £8,000 wasted. Depending on the question you ask, you'll get the results you want. It's only natural people don't want to pay more money to have their bins emptied.  more...

Reduced parking is too generous

SIR - To suggest that central prime parking spaces for council staff at £60 a year is a fair "perk" is nothing short of a scandal.  more...

Ambulance trust should listen to us

SIR - In response to your editorial on January 31, I would like to advise you of the following information.  more...

River debris could easily be cleared

the question of who is responsible for the clearing the debris which collects at both bridges after the flooded river Severn brings down garbage which always clutters up the central pillar of the railway bridge and the city road bridge.  more...

River debris could easily be cleared

SIR - Here we are again the question of who is responsible for the clearing the debris which collects at both bridges after the flooded river Severn brings down garbage which always clutters up the central pillar of the railway bridge and the city road bridge.  more...

Cherry Orchard café deserves five stars

SIR - I would like to add my congratulations to the staff and service users of Cherry Orchard Café, Orchard Stree, for achieving top scores in hygiene standards.  more...

No trust in council

TO paraphrase the first paragraph of Roger Hollingworth's letter published on 6 February, it is with apprehension that I wait to see the Conservative Group's budget each year. It brings no laughter into our lives and all about us is dull and grey.  more...

Market hall issue

In last week's issue of The Advertiser, you reported on an invitation to Bromsgrove residents issued by the district planners to a public meeting (to be held next week) to have the say on proposed future development for the town and district.  more...

Poor policing

The role of the police is to protect the public, prevent crime and bring criminals to justice, they are not doing the job they are paid to very successfully.  more...

Anger mounts at parking charges

The abolition of the over 50s car park permit is the economics of the madhouse, particularly as Bromsgrove Council maintains it wishes to revive the Town Centre!  more...

A big thank you

MAY I, through your newspaper, write and say a huge Thank You to Lynn Winters and her merry gang of Primrose hospice fundraisers for the most wonderful weekend in London that they expertly arranged recently. The coach driver Phil, Wendy and Lynn the couriers, the Tower Hotel and the boat cruise, everything was just first class we all salute you.  more...

Council one of the worst three

Every week your paper carries articles and readers' letters filled with stories of dissatisfaction with our local council.  more...

Wasting money

On January 17 my wife and I attended a meeting at Bromsgrove Council House along with other members of a disabled group to which we belong.  more...

Parking charge anger

The removal of concessionary parking charges from our senior citizens is a matter of concern. Other sections of the community are also sympathetic to their cause, which is not just financial, but convenience due to the age factor.  more...

A compromise is needed

A £30 per annum old folks car park pass translates to about 1 hour per week at 60p per hour. Bromsgrove Council expect to net a further £120,000 from the 3,000. This is another £40 per head or just over another hour and a quarter per week per person. Has anyone performed a study on the current usage by old folks?  more...

Down at heel!

BROMSGROVE has some good things going for it, such as its fine park, the excellent Artrix Centre and its successful recycling. But, as frequently mentioned in Your view, it is scruffy and down at heel.  more...

Down at heel!

BROMSGROVE has some good things going for it, such as its fine park, the excellent Artrix Centre and its successful recycling. But, as frequently mentioned in Your view, it is scruffy and down at heel.  more...

Calling cyclists

A REQUEST to all Bromsgrove and Droitwich cyclists, although for the particular attention of two gentleman whom I pass daily who are cycling from Bromsgrove towards Droitwich around 7.30am.  more...

Workman woes

Re ResurfacinG Works in Droitwich Day One: We were pleased that resurfacing was taking place to a damaged road surface, but were annoyed that a small rowan tree was knocked down and left on the road side and pavement for three days, a potential hazard.  more...

Parking subsidy?

It was reported on BBC Hereford today by a Wychavon councillor, that to encourage shoppers to the town, parking fees on certain days will be 10 pence for three hours.  more...

Vanishing trees

Have readers noticed how many trees are vanishing throughout Droitwich in recent years?  more...

Water taste

OVER the past few months I have felt that the taste of the water from the mains in the Primsland area of Droitwich has been decidedly awful.  more...

Fuelling suspicion

HOW I agree with Louise Haden of Callow Oils (Fury at fuel prices).  more...

Get skates on

I CANNOT believe the council do not think that an ice rink is a viable proposition for Kidderminster.  more...

Blood test praise

AS a regular user of the marvellous blood testing department at Kidderminster Hospital, I was saddened to hear there is a move to put in an appointment system.  more...

Gilgal grief

WHY can't local road users use The Gilgal in Stourport properly? The road system allows for drivers to filter and join the lane they require. However most drivers seem to think it is a give way' system and create constant hold-ups instead of making progress by filtering.  more...

Puzzle of the post

I READ your article in last week's Shuttle regarding the postcard from the Balinese resort arriving at its destination in Chaddesley Corbett despite the fact it had no address on it- amazing.  more...

Neighbour and I are really birds of a feather

MY neighbour and I got chatting when I brought her dustbin up her drive one morning (we take it in turns).  more...

No protection from GCSE Roadcraft

I WAS somewhat dismayed by the comments made in the letter from Robin Pearson (Education is the key to road safety) in last week's Shuttle.  more...

Have a say on district’s future

I AM writing to seek the views of all Wyre Forest residents as the district council goes through a process to identify and focus on some strategic aims and priorities for Wyre Forest over the next three years.  more...

Have a say on district’s future

I AM writing to seek the views of all Wyre Forest residents as the district council goes through a process to identify and focus on some strategic aims and priorities for Wyre Forest over the next three years.  more...

Primary schools also secure

WHILE the high school in Bromyard was saved by Herefordshire Council, people linked to the area's primary schools were less clear as to where they stood.  more...

Listings

Where to go (February 13-February 22)

Wednesday February 13 THEATRE: Bring Me Sunshine, Artrix Centre, School Drive, Bromsgrove.  more...

Memory

100 years ago - February 15, 1908

THE members of the Redditch Joint Burial Board have at last definitely settled the question of the consecration of the new portion of the Redditch Cemetery.  more...

50 years ago - February 14, 1958

THE Redditch Boy Scouts are in a spot after selling more tickets for tomorrow night's closing performance of the 1958 Gang Show than there are seats available.  more...

25 years ago - February 11, 1938

A REDDITCH lad with his heart set on the stage has turned to the underworld for his first break.  more...

Music

Sinfonia’s European flavour

THE Midland Sinfonia stage their first concert of 2008 at Alvechurch's St Laurence Church on Saturday.  more...

Relive golden era

THE Palace Theatre in Redditch is preparing for a night of quality Motown on Saturday, celebrating two of the most distinguished groups in popular music.  more...

Tribute band is one of the best

FIVE piece band, Sgt Pepper's Only Dart Board Band, is renowned for their live shows and they'll be in the county on March 1.  more...

Wide range of sounds at fundraiser

KIDDERMINSTER Male Choir is set to raise the roof when it performs at a fund-raising concert.  more...

Jools Holland guests at Eastnor are revealed

JOOLS Holland has announced his line-up of special guests for his outdoor picnic-style concert at Eastnor Castle on July 4 Marc Almond, who established the first successful British electro-duo Soft Cell and had a string of international hits, the most successful being their multi-million selling version of the northern soul song 'Tainted Love', will join Jools and the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, along with Rubuy Turner, one of Britain's finest Soul Singers and R&B Divas.  more...

Jools Holland's guests at Eastnor are revealed

JOOLS Holland has announced his line-up of special guests for his outdoor picnic-style concert at Eastnor Castle on July 4 Marc Almond, who established the first successful British electro-duo Soft Cell and had a string of international hits, the most successful being their multi-million selling version of the northern soul song 'Tainted Love', will join Jools and the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, along with Rubuy Turner, one of Britain's finest Soul Singers and R&B Divas.  more...

News

Worcester worthy of point says boss

MANAGER Richard Dryden believes his side were more than worthy of their point against Nuneaton Borough.  more...

Ruwers signs new two-year Warriors contract

SHAUN Ruwers, the promising South African prop, has signed a two-year contract extension with Worcester Warriors that will keep him at Sixways until 2010.  more...

Ruwers signs new two-year Warriors contract

SHAUN Ruwers, the promising South African prop, has signed a two-year contract extension with Worcester Warriors that will keep him at Sixways until 2010.  more...

Rovers get international visit

THERE was an international flavour at the Victoria Ground as Bromsgrove Rovers under-18s held Australia under-18s Schools to a 2-2 draw.  more...

Youngsters flock to soccer week

THE half-term Soccer Week at Bromsgrove Rovers' Victoria Ground has once again proved to be a massive hit with youngsters from around the district.  more...

No excuses

DUANE Darby has warned his Bromsgrove Rovers players that poor officiating was no excuse for their "abysmal" performance against Corby Town.  more...

Harriers tipped for draw

Mark Yates felt his side deserved something from their defeat at high-flying Torquay, the third consecutive game in which Kidderminster have failed to find the net. Crawley is Harriers' latest Blue Square Premier destination and despite the fact that the hosts lie below Kidderminster in the table, their formidable home record means they are relatively strong favourites at evens with betdirect.  more...

Reader'S Pictures

Happy Memories

Geoffrey Bromage from Worcester sent in this picture. He said "I write regarding the letter by Malcolm Fletcher of Malvern about Frank Gunnell who live in the tree by the Teme at Powick. He worked for the Worcester Corporation on the dustcarts along with my dad. He had a very high pitched voice and was a great chap to be in company with. I am enclosing photo, taken in about 1951 with the gang. Frank is the man in the beret".  more...

Reports

A reffing nightmare

Rovers 0
Corby 2  more...

Rovers eased aside in cup

Westfields 3, Bromsgrove Rovers 0. Worcester Infirmary Cup round two.   more...

Rovers eased aside in cup

Westfields 3, Bromsgrove Rovers 0. Worcester Infirmary Cup round two.   more...

Rovers eased aside in cup

Westfields 3
Rovers 0
Worcester Infirmary Cup round two
  more...

Reviews

Highlighting relationships

Review - The Vortex at the Festival Theatre, Malvern, until Saturday.  more...

The Vortex at Malvern Theatres

WHILE there is no longer shock surrounding this play - which the Lord Chamberlain tried to ban - it still packs an emotional punch.  more...

The Vortex at Malvern Theatres

WHILE there is no longer shock surrounding this play - which the Lord Chamberlain tried to ban - it still packs an emotional punch.  more...

Richard Taylor'S Weekly Column

February 14, 2008

I AM writing this, because of deadline, before the public consultation meeting on February 13 about the proposed closure of Lea Castle Hospital.  more...

Round-Up

Spa’s efforts are frustrated

DROITWICH Spa Women's Firsts were held to a frustrating 2-2 draw at King's Heath in Worcestershire League Division One.  more...

Table toppers humbled by Stourport

STOURPORT Men's Firsts enhanced their Slazenger English Hockey League National North Division promotion claims.  more...

Students teach a valuable lesson

THE absence of key players cost Worcester Women's Firsts as they slumped 6-2 to title-chasing Loughborough Students Seconds in the Midlands Premier Division.  more...

Australian ace signs off with a handy goal

GOALS from Chris Perry and Joel Langley helped Worcester Men's Firsts end their three-game losing streak.  more...

County hockey fixture list

SATURDAY BODYKRAFT MIDLANDS MEN'S LEAGUE Midlands Premier Division: Worcester v North Stafford (12.45pm).  more...

Pershore preparing for a big season

PERSHORE Cricket Club's pre-season indoor nets will be starting at Elgar Technology College, Worcester, on Sunday, and for the subsequent six Sundays, from 3pm to 5pm.  more...

Stevens spare sets up victory

ARBORETUM edged past Bell Warriors by just two pins in Division One of the Worcester and District Ladies Skittles League.  more...

Pupils to play for the county

YOUNGSTERS from Perdiswell Primary School, in Worcester, are celebrating after clinching victory in a regional six-a-side football tournament and will now go on to represent Worcestershire in the next stage.  more...

Boston success boosts Cowburn

WORLD junior singles finalist Sarah Cowburn did her GB under 23 hopes the power of good by racing home first at the British trials in Boston.  more...

Masons cause a league upset

DROITWICH Pool League leaders Barley Mow A slipped to a 6-3 defeat at home to Freemasons.  more...

Paton picks up Pursuit victory

ANDREW Paton picked up a victory in Barnt Green Sailing Club's Sunday Snowflake Pursuit Series beating Rob Lennox in race one.  more...

Badminton success

BARNT Green's Lily Southall is celebrating after winning two events at the Worcestershire Schools Badminton Association's under-13 championships.  more...

Millfields close gap on Catshill

MILLFIELDS are level pegging with Catshill B at the top of the Bromsgrove Ladies Darts League after picking up a narrow 5-4 victory over their rivals.  more...

Green pick up emphatic win

BARNT Green A had the biggest win of the week in Division One of the Bromsgrove and Redditch Table Tennis League, winning 9-1 away at West Midland Phones B.  more...

Banham hits back

STOKE Prior's Pete Banham (pictured) produced a faultless ride to cross the line in fifth place in the final round of the West Midland Cyclo Cross League in Lichfield.  more...

Droitwich promotion hopes suffer blow

Hockey round-up.  more...

Trio bag medals

Bromsgrove and Redditch Athletics Club round-up.  more...

Assault case

A JUDGE adjourned a case against a man due to be sentenced for violent offences. Simon Hill, aged 19, of Cobham Close, Bromsgrove, pleaded guilty to assaulting Adrian Butt and causing him actual bodily harm.  more...

Barbecue fire

BROMSGROVE firefighters were called to a small fire in Sanders Park, off Kidderminster Road, at 3pm on Monday. The blaze was caused by a barbecue and was quickly extinguished.  more...

Work starts on £2.6m project

BROMSGROVE construction company Weaver has started work on a new £2.6m depot for Lichfield District Council's waste and recycling service. The 826 square metre depot, in Burntwood, has been purpose designed and will comprise a two-storey office building with single storey garage, weighbridge, fuel depot and vehicle washing facilities.  more...

Police will mark your property

RUBERY police will be making their mark for residents this weekend.  more...

Former council chief fights for compensation

A FORMER officer at Bromsgrove District Council is seeking compensation for unfair dismissal after being accused of a "breach of confidence and trust."  more...

Drugs case

A Bromsgrove college student was caught with drugs - after riding his bike without lights.  more...

It's playtime

DISTRICT council chairman, Councillor Janice Boswell, will officially open the Lickey and Blackwell playground on Thursday, February 14.  more...

A bostin T-shirt

TOWNSFOLK searching for that heartfelt gift for Valentine's day should consider a special novelty fundraising T-shirt.  more...

Left in the dark

BROMSGROVE football supporters were left in the dark after a power cut.  more...

Book doctor

BROMSGROVE library's book doctor is celebrating National Storytelling Week. The doctor will be on hand until Thursday, February 14, at Avoncroft Museum of Buildings at Stoke Heath offering literary advice to budding bookworms. All book questions, from offering advice on what to read or to trying something new, can be put to the doctor. The book doctor will be on call from 10.30am-4pm.  more...

Five stars

A NEWLY-built nursing home, caring for Bromsgrove's elderly, has been awarded a five star rating. BUPA's £4m nursing home Heathbrook House, in Worcester Road, Stoke Heath, was recently inspected by Bromsgrove District Council's environmental health officer and was judged to be at five stars, equating to an excellent rating, on food safety.Tim Brooke, BUPA's national hotel services manager, said: "We congratulate Nicola Burton, chef manager, on achieving this excellent rating and know that she will continue to push for even higher standards."  more...

Top tickets

THE top prize of £1,000 in the weekly Primrose Hospice lottery has been won by the holder of ticket 031251.  more...

Top award for hospital staff

STAFF at Bromsgrove's Princess of Wales Community Hospital have been recognised for their excellence at a special Achievement Awards ceremony.  more...

A quiet place of prayer

PEOPLE who are looking for a place of private prayer have seen their wish come true with the opening of a new hut.  more...

Lawless streets of village

RUBERY residents packed a meeting with the police to bitterly complain about the increasing lawlessness in the village.  more...

Looking to the east

TOTS at a local nursery looked to the east when they celebrated the Chinese New Year.  more...

Redundant man dies unexpectedly

UNION leaders have vowed to continue with an unfair dismissal appeal after a former Bromsgrove School handyman died just three months after being made redundant.  more...

Helping you get back to work

A STATE-OF-THE-ART learning centre is set to give townsfolk the chance to improve their skills and help them return to work.  more...

Plan for new homes

A DEVELOPMENT of seven new homes could be built in the town if plans are approved this week.  more...

Enjoying a taste of the Orient

YOUNGSTERS at a Droitwich Spa school enjoyed a taste of the Orient when they marked the Chinese New Year.  more...

Mentor scheme keeps bullies in check

JACOB Rushgrove, aged 11, used to dread going to school. His small size made him a target for bullies and without anyone to protect him he felt slightly overwhelmed.  more...

Today's events

Wednesday Tai Chi class with Altair de Almeida at the Burgage Hall, Church Lane, Ledbury. 7.30pm. Details www.altairedstates.co.uk or 01684 562528.  more...

Today's events

Wednesday Tai Chi class with Altair de Almeida at the Burgage Hall, Church Lane, Ledbury. 7.30pm. Details www.altairedstates.co.uk or 01684 562528.  more...

Tasty treats for charity

CRUNCHY cookies were the order of the day when Cradley CE Primary School held a fundraising sale.  more...

Changes to bus schedules.

THE timetable for the 425 bus linking Malvern and Knightwick will be revised from Sunday February 24, serving its stops in Malvern in a different order.  more...

'Prisoners' wanted for charity event

TEAMS from Malvern are being sought for a charity Jailbreak event taking place this summer.  more...

Surrender your wool to a good cause

THE Inner Wheel Club of Malvern has launched an appeal for double knitting wool to help needy children at home and abroad.  more...

Surrender your wool to a good cause

THE Inner Wheel Club of Malvern has launched an appeal for double knitting wool to help needy children at home and abroad.  more...

Family desperate to find missing cat

A FAMILY from Powick are searching desperately for their missing cat Boots, who was last seen two weeks ago.  more...

Family desperate to find missing cat

A FAMILY from Powick are searching desperately for their missing cat Boots, who was last seen two weeks ago.  more...

Flats set for historic site?

A LARGE house in Malvern's conservation area should be converted into flats, and more houses built in the grounds, a developer proposes.  more...

Flat plans for historic site

A LARGE house in Malvern's conservation area should be converted into flats, and more houses built in the grounds, a developer proposes.  more...

Scouts leave a reminder of the past

AS the 2nd Malvern Scout group prepares for an exciting future in a brand new lottery-funded hall, members have planted a time capsule to ensure the current era is not forgotten.  more...

Scouts leave a reminder of the past

AS the 2nd Malvern Scout group prepares for an exciting future in a brand new lottery-funded hall, members have planted a time capsule to ensure the current era is not forgotten.  more...

Scouts leave a reminder of the past

AS the 2nd Malvern Scout group prepares for an exciting future in a brand new lottery-funded hall, members have planted a time capsule to ensure the current era is not forgotten.  more...

Commendation for long-serving squadron member

DARREN Tyrrell of Malvern Link was awarded a Commandants Commendation by Air Marshal Sir Roger Austin RAF earlier this month at a special ceremony held at the Worcester TA Centre.  more...

Will love be in the Hills air?

SINGLE people will be hoping love is in the air with a special Valentine walk tomorrow.  more...

Open Gardens Scheme welcomes Newcomers

GARDENS of every size and description will be opening their gates to members of the public in the coming months as part of the National Gardens Scheme.  more...

Jailbreak contenders sought

TEAMS from Malvern are being sought for a charity Jailbreak event taking place this summer.  more...

Reaching high for charity

AN adventure over America's toughest terrain awaits a Malvern single mother who will traverse the breath-taking heights of the Grand Canyon.  more...

'Don't the let the grass grow under you' plea from In Bloom organisers

COMMUNITIES around Malvern are signing up to be a part of this year's Britain in Bloom competition.  more...

'Don't the let the grass grow under you' plea from In Bloom organisers

COMMUNITIES around Malvern are signing up to be a part of this year's Britain in Bloom competition.  more...

Riding into yesteryear

Children at Madresfield Early Learning Centre were pulled, quite literally, into a project on travel and transport by a plucky shetland pony.  more...

Singers offer relaxed vocal workshops

TWO singers from Malvern are launching new vocal workshops for women who want to sing in a relaxed environment Run by professional singer and vocal coach Tracy Norman and singer Belinda Robinson, the workshops require no experience, just a love of singing.  more...

Sea Cadet parade preparations

MALVERN'S Sea Cadet unit was last night due to hold its Royal Navy parade, one of the most important dates in its calendar.  more...

U3A move to a new venue

THE local group of the University of the Third Age (U3A) has had to move to a new venue because it is so succersful.  more...

Late goal robs Town of home win

MALVERN TOWN 2, BERKHAMSTEAD TOWN 2  more...

Roundup

Harriers tipped for draw

Mark Yates felt his side deserved something from their defeat at high-flying Torquay, the third consecutive game in which Kidderminster have failed to find the net. Crawley is Harriers' latest Blue Square Premier destination and despite the fact that the hosts lie below Kidderminster in the table, their formidable home record means they are relatively strong favourites at evens with betdirect.  more...

Brookes’ late goal makes him darling in Darlaston

IMPROVING Bewdley continued their revival in the West Midlands League Premier Division by seeing off Darlaston 3-2 on Saturday.  more...

Impressive Banham is back in business

PETE Banham produced a strong performance to finish fifth in the final round of the West Midlands Cyclo-Cross League in Lichfield.  more...

Impressive Banham is back in business

PETE Banham produced a strong performance to finish fifth in the final round of the West Midlands Cyclo-Cross League in Lichfield.  more...

Men still in title hunt

Full hockey round-up.  more...

KCs make Balsall look like Berks

DEFIANT Kidderminster Carolians overcame the odds to defeat Berkswell and Balsall 18-5 in the Midlands Division Three West (South).  more...

Strong finish for club

RUNNING: Members of Amazing Feet completed the 2007-2008 season emphatically with eight athletes finishing the men's and women's races.  more...

Students jumping for joy

TRAMPOLINING: Many students from Stourport Trampoline Club were jumping for joy after finishing in top three places at the regional qualifying tournament in Birmingham.  more...

Ellis is golden boy

A STOURPORT junior footballer's scoring feats could put him on the trail to wear the famous old goal-den kit of Wolverhampton Wanderers, after he was snapped up by the club's academy.  more...

Kidderminster and District Football League round-up

ARELEY Kings edged out Lye Town in a nine-goal thriller in the Saturday Premier Division.  more...

Rovers Pen Pics

Ben Albutt

Discovered through the Rovers-NEW College Academy set-up, Albutt is now a regular member of the first team squad, and signed a one-year contract at the Victoria Ground in February 2008.  more...

Rugby

Droitwich overcome stern test

Bedworth 7
Droitwich 28
Midlands Division Three West (South)  more...

Injuries costly for Boars

Stratford 38
Bromsgrove 15
Midlands Division Two (West)
  more...

Schools News

School stages sonata

A SPECIAL concert is to take place at a Worcester school next week.  more...

Pupils learn about their community

PUPILS at a Worcestershire first school have been learning about the world of business.  more...

Society

Bromsgrove & District Flower Arrangement Society

AT our December meeting our chairman, Jean Ward, welcomed 42 members and nine visitors to our AGM.  more...

Lickey WI

President Chris Bould welcomed members to the February meeting of Lickey WI, which was held at the parish hall.  more...

Droitwich WI

The president reported on the group convenors meeting, with details of the next meeting in Himbleton and the autumn one in Salwarpe. Ideas for group activities and outings are being sought and we look forward to these as we are too small in numbers to organise much ourselves. A delightful card and letter has been received from our twin WI, St Gabriel's, and our president Margaret has written to try and arrange a meeting with their delegate at the council meeting in Malvern.  more...

Salwarpe WI

It's not often that a WI president is privileged to welcome four new members, two of whom had four legs, a tail and were covered with fur.  more...

Theatre

Good versus evil

PARENTS and children are in for a treat this Friday when the award winning People's Theatre Company put on their acclaimed pop musical The Witch's Bogey' at Redditch's Palace Theatre.  more...

Story of sisters is set to inspire

THERE will be a performance of "Bronte" at Ledbury's Market Theatre on Saturday, February 23, at 8pm.  more...

Theatre Reviews

Signs and Symbols

Signs and Symbols, a new play by Nathan Morris, played at the intimate Old Joint Stock pub theatre in Birmingham last week.  more...

Signs and Symbols - The Old Joint Stock Theatre, Birmingham

Signs and Symbols, a new play by Nathan Morris, played at the intimate Old Joint Stock pub theatre in Birmingham last week.  more...

The Vortex - Malvern Theatres

The Vortex Malvern Theatres WHILE there is no longer shock surrounding this play - which the Lord Chamberlain tried to ban - it still packs an emotional punch.  more...

The Vortex - Malvern Theatres

WHILE there is no longer shock surrounding this play - which the Lord Chamberlain tried to ban - it still packs an emotional punch.  more...

Aladdin - The Conquest Theatre, Bromyard

GOING to see a pantomime in February is the best time of year to go.  more...

Upton

Pepperpot Players production a delight

UPTON'S Memorial Hall staged the world premiere' of new pantomime Beauty and the Beast on Tuesday night (February 12).  more...

Extra day means extra environmental improvements

THE National Trust is giving staff at Croome Park, near Upton, a special chance to help the environment on this year's leap day.  more...

Memorial trees planted

MEMORIAL Trees have been planted in Upton Cemetery.  more...

Villages

Malvern Wells

SIXTY two people enjoyed a fascinating talk by Cora Weaver on people and aspects of Malvern Wells on Friday last.  more...

Storridge

VILLAGE - Saturday, February 16 at noon - Deadline for articles for the newsletter and new advertisements to Cradley PO.  more...

West Malvern

Reverend Peter Baron MA, who was Vicar of St James's Church for more than 30 years, died peacefully at his home in Colwall on Sunday at the age of 92. There will be a funeral service at St James's tomorrow (Saturday) at 1pm, to be followed by burial at Colwall. Reverend Baron came to West Malvern from Devon in 1952, when he exchanged livings with the then vicar of St James's, the Reverend JEC Adams, who had held the position since 1926. On his retirement in 1983, Reverend Baron moved to Colwall, but remained an occasional attender at services in his old church, most recently to mark the 90th birthday of his fellow clergyman the Reverend Douglas Green.  more...

What'S On

Radio man lends a hand

RADIO presenter and Bromsgrove resident Malcolm Boyden and Worcester Wheels volunteer driver Michael Norris have teamed up to organise a charity show at Worcester's Huntingdon Hall.  more...

Aim to make steady progress this month

Gardening with Reg Moule of David’s Nurseries Martin Hussingtree.  more...

  
Restrict search to 13 February 2008