Stories for 26 February 2008

Alcester

Council’s bright idea for footpath

AS a result of requests from residents in Broom, Bidford Parish Council has come up with a bright idea to solve the problem of lighting an isolated footpath.  more...

Man is critical after collision

AN elderly man is in a critical condition following a road traffic collision on Evesham Street in Alcester.  more...

Theatre workshop

STUDENTS studying for their SATs were treated to a visit from Prospero and Ariel recently when the Young Shakespeare Company went to Alcester Grammar School.  more...

Trio hurt when car overturned

THREE people have been injured after their car left the road just outside Alcester.  more...

Young band in live show at cafe venue

CUSTOMERS at Venue Xpresso were treated to a live acoustic performance last Sunday when local band Fifth Dimension performed a set.  more...

Factory break-in appeal

POLICE are appealing for information after intruders broke into the KT Electrical factory on Tything Road on Monday, February 25.  more...

Factory break-in appeal

POLICE are appealing for information after intruders broke into the KT Electrical factory on Tything Road on Monday, February 25.  more...

CCTV may get boost

ADDING to the town's CCTV system, dog fouling and litter were all discussed as priorities in the recent Alcester PACT meeting.  more...

It’s one big puppy party!

AFTER a lifetime spent in the company of furry friends, a woman from Great Alne has decided it is time to turn her first love into a business.  more...

Back On Track Appeal

Bag-packing at store

Shuttle/Times & News readers and shoppers should keep an eye out for bag packers from Kidderminster and Stourport Athletic Club at Sainsbury's in Kidderminster on Saturday.  more...

Cash for questions

WYRE Forest residents will rack their brains during a fun-filled quiz night being held for the Back on Track appeal.  more...

Cash for questions

WYRE Forest residents will rack their brains during a fun-filled quiz night being held for the Back on Track appeal.  more...

Cash for questions

WYRE Forest residents will rack their brains during a fun-filled quiz night being held for the Back on Track appeal.  more...

Blackboard

Thoughts on the 1st World War

WE WILL REMEMBER THEM During extra curricular English sessions as group of students have been studying the 1st World War and trying to imagine the conditions and sentiments of the soldiers concerned.  more...

Claire to run in National Championships

Hearty congratulations to Claire Blakeway in Year 10, who has been selected to represent Herefordshire and Worcestershire at the English Schools Cross Country Championships on 8th March in Liverpool. Good Luck Claire  more...

Business

Start-ups get a helping hand on way to the top

ENTREPRENEURS can gain a major boost from a package of support that is aiming to assist hundreds of new start-ups in Worcestershire during the next year.  more...

Madhatters is a real wonderland for children

A FAMILY play centre has opened in Worcester in the premises of the former Co-op building.  more...

Community News

SWANPOOL WI

Due to the new president being unwell Ruby Ruff stood in and welcome members to the January meeting. A previous member was welcomed and a report on Mrs Betty Gardner's recovery in hospital was given. A card signed by all would be given to her husband. We all hope for Betty's return to health.  more...

WYCHBOLD WI

The first meeting of the New Year on January 14 was a great success, introducing us to a most delightful lady toastmaster, Mrs Marian Canning.  more...

WYCHBOLD WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP

We met for our new year party on Monday, January 21, in St Mary de Wyche Church.  more...

WYCHBOLD HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

Early diary dates - Tuesday, March 18, at 7pm, a social evening in Wychbold Village Hall with speaker. Saturday, April 5, the Society's spring show in Wychbold village hall.  more...

WHITTINGTON AND DISTRICT WI

The January meeting included the announcement of events to celebrate the Worcestershire Federation's 90th birthday.  more...

ST JOHN'S TOWNSWOMEN'S GUILD

The January meeting began with a welcome from Mrs Jean Heywood.  more...

ST JOHN'S TOWNSWOMEN'S GUILD

The January meeting began with a welcome from Mrs Jean Heywood.  more...

WORCESTER ANGLO-HELENIC CLUB

At the first meeting of 2008, about 25 members and guests enjoyed an entertaining evening as co-founder Peter Reynolds presented an illustrated travelogue of his recent trek based in Paleochora, South West Crete. Located on a small peninsula, some 75kms south of the old Venetian town of Chania, Paleochora has been a popular village of 2000 inhabitants for many years, due to its location, climate, good beaches and access to other villages along the coast by ferry and bus. Peter described a series of varied day walks of 15kms - 20kms. The next meeting of the club is on Thursday, at the Worcester Golf and Country Club, Bransford Road, Worcester. The theme is Travels on Leros. Anyone wishing to come along and enjoy a sample of the Greek life will be made welcome. For details visit wahc.org.uk or call chairman David Leggott on 01905-21886.  more...

WORCESTER ANGLO-HELENIC CLUB

At the first meeting of 2008, about 25 members and guests enjoyed an entertaining evening as co-founder Peter Reynolds presented an illustrated travelogue of his recent trek based in Paleochora, South West Crete. Located on a small peninsula, some 75kms south of the old Venetian town of Chania, Paleochora has been a popular village of 2000 inhabitants for many years, due to its location, climate, good beaches and access to other villages along the coast by ferry and bus. Peter described a series of varied day walks of 15kms - 20kms. The next meeting of the club is on Thursday, at the Worcester Golf and Country Club, Bransford Road, Worcester. The theme is Travels on Leros. Anyone wishing to come along and enjoy a sample of the Greek life will be made welcome. For details visit wahc.org.uk or call chairman David Leggott on 01905-21886.  more...

NORTHWICK TOWNSWOMAN'S GUILD

At the January meeting a DVD was shown of Phil Weston, development manager, Perdiswell Young Peoples Club.  more...

RUSHWICK IN BEDWARDINE WI

President Eileen Williams welcomed members to the February meeting. Nancy Winwood and Clarice Knowles were thanked for their efforts in collating information given to them by members. This was put into an entry called WI of the Year 2007, a national competition and submitted to the WI HQ.  more...

NORTH CLAINES WI

President Susan Oakley welcomed everyone to a well-attended February meeting including Rosemary Blackburn, president of Oak Apple WI who stepped in at short notice as our speaker.  more...

CALLOW END WI

The speaker for the evening was Chris Cooke accompanied by his wife Melanie. Mr Cooke took us through a brief history oo corn dollies. He became interested after a visit to Avoncroft 30 years ago. He said the tall wheat Maris Widgeon was grown specifically for the thatching of roofs. It was common practice for the thatcher to put a corn sculptor on top of the roof when he had finished and another when he had been paid. The goddess of corn was known as Ceres by the Romans and a corn dolly was supposed to contain her spirit. It was thought she would die when the corn was harvested unless some was saved.  more...

Cadets pick up awards for their achievements

AIR cadets were presented with awards at an annual ceremony in Pershore.  more...

Down The Lane

Webster surprised by speed of move

ADAM Webster admits the speed of his transfer to Hinckley United has left him with mixed emotions.  more...

Education

I’m aiming to be the next Lewis Hamilton

WEEKLY commutes between the historic city of Worcester, and the stunning scenery of Milan, Italy, might seem a little arduous - especially if you are preparing to sit your all-important GCSEs.  more...

Let there be lights

ARTY youngsters have been helping welcome in the bright sights and sounds of the Chinese New Year.  more...

Eufc - Live Match Updates

More changes as Robins bid to go nine clear

EVESHAM United are forced into more changes for tonights trip to Chesham United.  more...

Comedy of errors as Robins trail

AN ERROR by Steve Luckett, one of several by United players in the opening few minutes, led to Danny Hodnett tripping Sammy Winston and Wayne Burnell converted the fourth minute penalty.  more...

Lutz levels after Luckett denied

STEVE Luckett almost made it 1-1 after eight minutes but his header from Michael Hayden's corner was saved by the Chesham keeper.  more...

Crossbar denies both teams

OFFSIDE flags failed to materialise at both ends but chances went begging.  more...

Lutz nets to keep Evesham all-square at break

Chesham Utd 1, Evesham Utd 1 STEVE Lutz levelled the home side's fourth minute penalty to keep the Robins all-square at half-time.  more...

Bonar goes close before going off!

PAUL Bonar came close to giving Evesham the lead after 49 minutes when his drive was touched over the bar by Richard Hayward.  more...

Scheppel goes close twice

DANNY Scheppel curled a 61st minute shot wide before the substitute flashed another effort a foot wide seven minutes later.  more...

Skipper strikes to earn a point

Chesham Utd 1, Evesham Utd 1 SKIPPER Steve Lutz's first half strike earned United a point after they had trailed to a fourth minute penalty.  more...

Gallery

Thoughts on the 1st World War

Will I See Tomorrow by Joshua Davey  more...

Thoughts on the 1st World War

Silence by Jack Reynolds  more...

Thoughts on the 1st World War

Bang!  more...

Thoughts on the 1st World War

Oh to be in England! by Tommy Clinton  more...

Thoughts on the 1st World War

Till by Kai Dingley-Johns  more...

General

Vain men risk diabetes

VAIN British men perceive themselves to be more than three inches slimmer than they really are and are ignoring a warning sign of potential chronic condition - diabetes.  more...

In Brief

History display

PEOPLE can get an insight into Redditch's rich and varied history with a display of old artefacts which is to be set up at Walkwood Middle School on Monday, March 3.  more...

Raise a cup for farmers

STUDLEY Baptist Church is hosting an Action Aid Tea and Coffee Break to raise a bean for farmers in the developing world who don not get the breaks they deserve.  more...

Kidder News Latest

Bishop marks status change

THE Bishop of Dudley blessed St John's CE Primary School in Kidderminster at the start of an open day to officially mark the change from first school status.  more...

Cathedral packed for enthronement day

THE Rt Rev Dr John Inge, the 113th Bishop of Worcester, will be enthroned on Saturday at Worcester Cathedral.  more...

Criminal damage blitz hits Spennells

A SPATE of criminal damage incidents in Kidderminster's Spennells area have prompted police to appeal for information.  more...

Criminal damage blitz hits Spennells

A SPATE of criminal damage incidents in Kidderminster's Spennells area have prompted police to appeal for information.  more...

Criminal damage blitz hits Spennells

A SPATE of criminal damage incidents in Kidderminster's Spennells area have prompted police to appeal for information.  more...

Benefit claims processing beats targets

NEW figures show Wyre Forest District Council's benefit section is processing new claims quicker than nationally set targets.  more...

Sports car blocks road lane

A LANE was blocked by a sportscar on a busy town centre roundabout during rush hour, today.  more...

Attempted robbery in underpass

POLICE are appealing for witnesses to an attempted robbery in Kidderminster.  more...

Attempted robbery in underpass

POLICE are appealing for witnesses to an attempted robbery in Kidderminster.  more...

Council tax rises reach final stage

TAXPAYERS will be hit in their pockets when Wyre Forest district councillors rubber stamp a council tax increase, tomorrow.  more...

Jump star in Leap Year Day opening

FORMER Commonwealth and world indoor triple jump champion, Ashia Hansen, will officially open Cleobury Mortimer Sports and Fitness Centre on Friday - Leap Year Day.  more...

Jump star in Leap Year Day opening

FORMER Commonwealth and world indoor triple jump champion, Ashia Hansen, will officially open Cleobury Mortimer Sports and Fitness Centre on Friday - Leap Year Day.  more...

Jump star in Leap Year Day opening

FORMER Commonwealth and world indoor triple jump champion, Ashia Hansen, will officially open Cleobury Mortimer Sports and Fitness Centre on Friday - Leap Year Day.  more...

Jump star in Leap Year Day opening

FORMER Commonwealth and world indoor triple jump champion, Ashia Hansen, will officially open Cleobury Mortimer Sports and Fitness Centre on Friday - Leap Year Day.  more...

Drug supplier faces jail

A MAN who supplied hard drugs to addicts in Kidderminster is facing a lengthy jail term.  more...

Under par work means more roads misery

A NUMBER of road resurfacing jobs will be revisited over the next few weeks after the original schemes were found not be up to scratch.  more...

'Aladdin's cave' of stolen items

ANYONE recognising descriptions of items stolen in burglaries are being urged to contact Kidderminster police.  more...

Teeth lost in assault

A MAN has lost two teeth after being beaten up by two attackers near the entrance to a town centre underpass.  more...

Teeth lost in assault

A MAN has lost two teeth after being beaten up by two attackers near the entrance to a town centre underpass.  more...

Bag-packing at store

Shuttle/Times & News readers and shoppers should keep an eye out for bag packers from Kidderminster and Stourport Athletic Club at Sainsbury's in Kidderminster on Saturday.  more...

Wrong move on Northern Rock

THE majority of Shuttle Online voters believe the Government was wrong to nationalise the troubled Northern Rock bank.  more...

Latest

New venue found for Sunday school kids

A SUNDAY school told they could no longer use a community hall have met up at a new venue.  more...

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...

Buy your Easter egg raffle ticket

MORE than 30 Easter eggs are waiting to be snapped up by generous drinkers from pubs across Worcester.  more...

Wheelie bins are not wanted here

MALVERN town councillors are hoping to put the blocks on any moves to introduce wheelie bins for refuse collection in the town.  more...

Madhatters is a real wonderland for children

A FAMILY play centre has opened in Worcester in the premises of the former Co-op building.  more...

Cash-boost for flood-hit counties

MORE than £2m is to be paid out to help Worcestershire and Herefordshire recover from the summer's floods.  more...

Just when will working party actually do any work?

A WORKING party set up to discuss Worcester's wheelie bin collection service has still not met - four months after calls were made for a meeting to take place.  more...

'This is not justice' says domestic violence strongman - court

A STRONGMAN actor who assaulted his partner has accused the courts of injustice.  more...

I’d be dead if it wasn’t for my grandparents

A DISABLED man who had his benefits axed says he would be dead or on the streets if it were not for the kindness of his elderly grandparents.  more...

Island of debris disrupts regatta

AN island of rubbish which has been floating beneath Worcester's main river bridge for weeks has disrupted a major rowing regatta.  more...

Robbed of precious memories, months later our grandad was dead

JUST four months after war veteran Geoffrey Bennett had his wallet stolen containing £120 and some irreplaceable pictures of his wife, he was dead.  more...

Robbed of precious memories, months later our grandad was dead

JUST four months after war veteran Geoffrey Bennett had his wallet stolen containing £120 and some irreplaceable pictures of his wife, he was dead.  more...

Robbed of precious memories, months later our grandad was dead

JUST four months after war veteran Geoffrey Bennett had his wallet stolen containing £120 and some irreplaceable pictures of his wife, he was dead.  more...

Jailed: man who stole pensioner's pictures

WORCESTER Crown Court heard how Steven Smith targeted Mr Bennett.  more...

COMMENT: Detritus is ruining our reputation

WE ARE delighted that detritus from last month's floods looks likely to be cleared from the river Severn in Worcester. It is just a shame it has taken so long.  more...

Serious incident in Tolladine Road

A SERIOUS incident has left a major road in Worcester closed.  more...

Major incident in Tolladine

ARMED police have spent the night at an incident in Worcester.  more...

Island of debris disrupts regatta

AN island of rubbish which has been floating beneath Worcester’s main river bridge for weeks has disrupted a major rowing regatta.  more...

New medical centre for 19,000

A STATE-of-the-art medical centre has opened in Malvern, providing care for more than 19,000 patients.  more...

Worcester News weather watch

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

Our planners work really hard – they are fit for purpose

WORCESTER city councillors have defended their planners after the department was branded not fit for purpose' by the head of urban environment.  more...

Armed police in five-hour stand-off

ARMED officers were involved in a five hour stand-off after a long-barrel firearm was spotted in a Worcester home last night.  more...

Armed police in five-hour stand-off

ARMED police were involved in a five-hour stand-off after officers were threatened with a firearm in Worcester last night.  more...

We're looking for mums in a million

IS your mum one in a million? If so, your Worcester News wants to hear from you.  more...

Our planners work really hard – they are fit for purpose

WORCESTER city councillors have defended their planners after the department was branded ‘not fit for purpose’ by the head of urban environment.  more...

Guide dogs are an eyeful for charity

GUIDE dog puppies pulled in the crowds to help a Worcester opticians raise £537 for charity.  more...

Councillor speaks out against fire control centre

A WORCESTER councillor has spoken out against plans to create a regional fire control centre that would see 999 calls from Worcester taken in Wolverhampton.  more...

College's A-level students making top progress

RESEARCH has shown that Worcester Sixth Form College A-level students are in the top four per cent nationwide for making progress in their courses.  more...

I'm driving home organ donor message

A WORCESTERSHIRE motor sport fan has backed a call for more people to join the NHS Organ Donor Register.  more...

Doodling for charity

DOODLING youngsters at a Pershore school raised about £100 for a charity that supports one of their peers.  more...

Police seek dog-attack witnesses

POLICE are keen to talk to a couple who helped a man in Droitwich after his dog was attacked by another dog.  more...

We're looking for mums in a million

IS your mum one in a million? If so, we at the Worcester News want to hear from you.  more...

Let's go social networking together!

EVERY day people from all over the county are joining us on Facebook, where they can get their news delivered straight to their profile page.  more...

Staff bike, bowl and run to help charity

A FUN run, bike ride and team bowling are all on the agenda for staff at Worcester financial experts Rabjohns LLP, which has launched a fund-raising campaign for Macmillan Cancer Support.  more...

Thousands expected at our jobs and careers fair

CAREERS advice and guidance for people of all ages and abilities will be available at a fair in Worcester next month.  more...

Will GPs back down?

ANGRY GPs may be forced to back down over out-of-hours care as they prepare to vote on whether to accept a “shambolic” Government deal, says a leading doctor.  more...

Parachute jump for local charity

A WORCESTERSHIRE based charity that organises aid convoys for children still living with the effects of the Chernobyl disaster have raised almost £1,000 with a sponsored parachute jump.  more...

Free parking for churchgoers

REGULAR churchgoers in Broadway can apply for a pass which allows free parking during the Sunday service.  more...

Move to reduce carbon footprint

THE COTSWOLDS Conference Centre in Broadway is set to reduce its carbon footprint and protect the environment with the arrival of a water bottling system.  more...

Care centre future to be reviewed

THE future of Pershore Care Centre has taken another twist, with the decision to close the service down, now being reviewed.  more...

Council support for Bagbusters

A NEWLY formed organisation that aims to clamp down on plastic bag use in and around Evesham has won the backing of Town Councillors.  more...

Concerns over Port Street

EVESHAM Councillors have expressed concern that the Port Street area of the town is losing its character as shops are replaced by private residences.  more...

Alvechurch on four-cup trail

ALVECHURCH'S bid to reach four cup finals intensifies this week as their sapping fixture demands, forcing three matches a week, continued.  more...

Spartak semi

SPORT Italia League counterparts Brierley Hill & Withymoor will be holders Barnt Green Spartak's opponents in the Worcestershire Senior Urn semi-finals.  more...

Archer takes aim at England

BIRMINGHAM City Ladies left-back Michelle Archer this week had the chance to banish the gloom surrounding the club's weekend FA Cup exit by launching an international career.  more...

Solihull miss out on cup day

SOLIHULL RFC's North Midlands Cup opener against higher division Luctonians was postponed at the weekend leaving the Midlands West Two side without a fixture.  more...

Arrows coaching changes

REDDITCH Arrows have unveiled their coaching line-up for the 2008 British American Football League season.  more...

Bronze for town swimmers

REDDITCH Swimming Club came in third at the John Vaughan Trophy B-team gala in Wolverhampton, picking up two wins.  more...

Redditch Ladies get a hiding

Redditch 0 Leek 5  more...

Rachel’s top scalp

A REDDITCH Phraya Pichai Thai Boxing Academy member upset the form book when she beat the 2006 British title holder in only her fourth fight.  more...

Harris causes upset

REDDITCH Youth Fencing Club member George Harris finished a creditable 16th in his first national championships outing - at the under-12 British Epee Championships at Fenton Manor, Stoke.  more...

Harris causes upset

REDDITCH Youth Fencing Club member George Harris finished a creditable 16th in his first national championships outing - at the under-12 British Epee Championships at Fenton Manor, Stoke.  more...

Fishing lines

THE fifth round of the Lower Park Winter League took place on Saturday.  more...

Bowden takes title

REDDITCH runner Sean Bowden was crowned a national champion in the 1500m.  more...

Murphy double secures Reds' win

Redditch United 3, Hyde United 1 By David Lawrence A GOAL in each half from Chris Murphy helped Redditch to a thrilling victory over promotion hopefuls Hyde.  more...

Latets

Jail for teacher who kissed girl

A MUSIC teacher who kissed a young girl during a violin lesson had already had a "warning" after being arrested for alleged inappropriate behaviour six years ago.  more...

Car collision killed beloved daugther

A "MUCH beloved daughter" died in a road traffic collision when she was a passenger in a car travelling towards Stratford from Wellesbourne, an inquest has heard.  more...

Driver died in collision

A DRIVER has died after the car he was travelling in was in a collision with a tree in Beoley at the weekend.  more...

Charity theft was ‘soul destroying’

THE manager of a Redditch charity has described the theft of almost £1,000 worth of its tools as "soul destroying".  more...

Letters

Banning the Sunday school is plain mad

SIR - As residents of Westlands housing estate in Droitwich since May 2003 we have seen many positive changes. People of different cultures and nationalities and many walks of life have moved into this large and highly populated area, bringing with them their own special way of living The opening of WANDS children's centre, and later the Lighthouse Sunday School, have helped knit all these people together.  more...

Laying paving is not rocket science

SIR - As a retired chartered building surveyor I am shocked at the High Street paving debacle which has been going on for many years.  more...

We could do with some city greenery

SIR - I have noted a number of letters commenting on the Worcester News article about the reduced parking costs for council staff.  more...

EU is force for good on climate change

SIR - On Valentine's Day, HRH Prince Charles came to Brussels to air his concerns about global warming.  more...

Put your bins away

SIR - Not so long ago each house had a dustbin. You never saw the dustbin until it was collected by the dustmen. Now people leave wheelie bins in their front gardens all week. Why?  more...

Inspirational photos

SIR - I do love the colour photos you print on your letters page. I stick some of them to my wall - cheaper than works of art but just as inspiring.  more...

Fill potholes with speed bump tarmac

I HAVE a wonderful idea for saving the council money.  more...

Frustrated over Ferndale ‘repairs’

I FEEL I must comment on the state of the roads on Ferndale estate in Kidderminster.  more...

Two traffic officers?

THE ability of our local councils to waste money is unbelievable.  more...

Hunt for Hoobrook memorial owner

HELP. We need information on the Hoobrook Commemoration Memorial.  more...

Park and ride costs £1,000 a week

I WRITE with reference to the park and ride scheme in Kidderminster and as a person who sat on the committee that investigated the pros and cons of it, I feel an explanation is required.  more...

Gilgal: I imagined Give Way markings

I AM writing to apologise for sending you mis-information in my letter which you published on February 21 (Gilgal: Solution is courtesy).  more...

200 regulars mourn loss of community pub

IT is a sad day when a pub which has been an integral part of an estate for over 40 years can be swept aside with only a mere quibble.  more...

Blood test changes fo rthe worse

AS readers are aware there are plans afoot to change the present drop-in system for a blood test at Kidderminster Hospital to an appointment system.  more...

Blood test changes for the worse

AS readers are aware there are plans afoot to change the present drop-in system for a blood test at Kidderminster Hospital to an appointment system.  more...

Front page story comment

I THOROUGHLY endorse Elaine Bentley's view on your piece about the youngest person to receive an ASBO.  more...

Good samaritan

MANY thanks to the gentleman who helped with the 12.41 train from Bristol to Malvern (February 13).  more...

Support for ARCOS

IT was with dismay that we read in the Malvern Gazette of February 22 that ARCOS may have to leave the town because Malvern Council wants to sell the building housing its offices.  more...

Playing field plea

MY parents and local people have received through the post today asking them what they would like to happen to the Jamaica Road playing field, they can replace the equipment with new, remove the old equipment and leave the field empty or put allotments on there. What I would like to know is why doesn't any one ever ask us kids what we would like to happen?  more...

Live Match Coverage

Harriers v Rushden and Diamonds

Kidderminster Harriers take on Rushden and Diamonds in the fifth round of the Setanta Shield at Aggborough tonight. Shuttle On-Line will have team line-ups from just before the 7.45pm kick off and live match updates throughout.  more...

Harriers v Rushden

Team line-ups.  more...

Harriers 0 Rushden 0

First ten minutes.  more...

Harriers 0 Rushden 0

11 to 20 minutes.  more...

GOAL! Harriers 0 Rushden 1

Goal - Challinor - 24 mins.  more...

Harriers 0 Rushden 0

25 to 30 minutes.  more...

GOAL! Harriers 0 Rushden 2

Goal - Kelly - 38 minute.  more...

HALF-TIME: Harriers 0 Rushden 2

End of first half.  more...

Harriers 0 Rushden 2

46 to 55mins.  more...

Harriers 0 Rushden 2

46 to 55mins.  more...

Harriers 0 Rushden 2

56 to 65 minutes.  more...

GOAL! Harriers 1 Rushden 2

66 to 75mins. Goal - Russell - 73mins.  more...

GOAL! Harriers 1 Rushden 3

Goal - Challinor - 80mins.  more...

FULL-TIME: Harriers 1 Rushden 3

End of game.  more...

Music

Learn about loops, samples and files

WOULD-be musicians are invited to tune up and learn new recording skills at Kidderminster College.  more...

Pub’s rock night

TOP tunes will be belted out at a Kidderminster pub when it hosts a rock night.  more...

Nature Notes

Have a mini-adventure close to home

IT is not too difficult these days to find a television programme or film showing some intrepid explorers pitting their wits, skills and strength to travel across some forbidding environment in a remote corner of the world. Here in Britain we have few areas left that you could describe as wild and untamed for us to challenge our need for exploration.  more...

News

Windies pace ace Edwards joins County

WORCESTERSHIRE today clinched the signing of West Indies international pace bowler Fidel Edwards for the second part of the new season with County expected to announce their overseas player for the first half the campaign by the end of this week.  more...

Magoffin poised for County

STEVE Magoffin is set to be named as Worcestershire's overseas player for the first half the season, your Worcester News can reveal.  more...

Collier to face disciplinary panel

WORCESTER Warriors lock Tim Collier will be hauled in front of the RFU disciplinary panel on Monday.  more...

Edwards has glory target at New Road

FIDEL Edwards is hoping to add excitement and silverware to Worcestershire's season when he arrives in July.  more...

Dryden: Dinsmore can go all the way

RICHARD Dryden believes striker Matt Dinsmore has what it takes to make it in the professional ranks.  more...

Harriers v Rushden preview

DEFENDER Alex Jeannin misses tonight's Setanta Shield clash at home to Rushden and Diamonds (7.45pm kick-off).  more...

Gardiner back at The Valley

REDDITCH United head to Blue Square North promotion hopefuls Southport this weekend looking to continue their steady climb.  more...

Reports

Skipper Steve nets to earn a point

Chesham Utd 1, Evesham Utd 1 TABLE topping Evesham extended their impressive record to just one defeat in 20 Division One Midlands matches as Steve Lutz's 11th minute strike earned a point at play-off chasing Chesham.  more...

Round-Up

Robins protect winning February

EVESHAM United boss Paul West is urging his players to finish February with their 100 per cent record intact.  more...

Daggers are out for Hereford revenge

EVER since Hereford United thrashed Dagenham and Redbridge 4-1 earlier this month, the Essex club have been like a wounded animal.  more...

Yates searching for huge improvement

KIDDERMINSTER Harriers' manager Mark Yates will be looking for his players to show a vast improvement from their last outing when they host Rushden and Diamonds in the fifth round of the Setanta Shield tonight (7.45pm).  more...

LMS continue to hold top position

LMS and Big Foots Wallet continue their neck and neck race at the top of the Worcester Leisure Leagues six-a-side soccer table.  more...

Alison on hand

ALISON Nicholas, a winner of 15 events on the women's European Tour, will offer coaching at Twyford Golf Centre near Evesham.  more...

North Mids players win Midlands West call-ups

ELEVEN North Midlands players have been included in the Mid-lands West Under 20s squad for their game against Midlands East at Broadstreet Rugby Club near Coventry on Wednesday February 27 (7.30 pm).  more...

Rangers thrash Bredon to close in on promotion

MICKLETON Rangers are within touching distance of promotion from Birdseye Sports Evesham Sunday League Division Two after a 13-0 thrashing of Bredon.  more...

Leaders lose but City draw

WORCESTER City Women missed out on the opportunity to close the gap on the West Midlands Division One South league leaders with a 1-1 draw at Leamington Lions.  more...

Club’s future still hangs in balance

THE future of a football club with 250 young members on its books still hangs in the balance despite Bromsgrove District Council sitting on a £360,000 windfall from Garringtons for sports facilities.  more...

School is quids in

A BROMSGROVE special school is benefiting from the fundraising activities of a Halesowen-based construction company.  more...

Appeal for witnesses

WITNESSES are being asked to come forward with information after a minibus was set on fire on a driveway. The fire brigade were called out to extinguish the blaze, which happened just before midnight in Sandy Lane on February 16. No-one was in the vehicle at the time and no-one was injured.  more...

Charity football match

STAFF at two garden centres are getting together for a charity football match at Bromsgrove Rovers Football Club. The match between Webbs of Wychbold and Barnet Hill will kick off at 7.45pm on Tuesday, March 11. The players will be raising sponsorship money and asking for donations on the gate for the Greenfingers charity, which aims to create and improve gardens in children's hospices throughout the UK. Event spokesman Craig Leddington said: "Due to the lack of fitness and abilities between the teams, we are expecting this to be one of the most comical games of football ever."  more...

Pub fight goes on

THE fight goes on to re-open the Dodford Inn a year after its closure.  more...

Lose out to Ledbury and miss out on semis

vesham U-16 0, Ledbury 12pts THIS eagerly anticipated North Midlands Plate quarter-final began with a fierce start from both packs in a battle for supremacy.  more...

Lose out to Ledbury and miss out on semis

Evesham U-16 0, Ledbury 12pts THIS eagerly anticipated North Midlands Plate quarter-final began with a fierce start from both packs in a battle for supremacy.  more...

Roadshow and Reliability on biking agenda

THE Wheelers' Antiques Roadshow group took a trip out to Wootton Wawen last Wednesday when visited Offenham, Cleeve Prior, Bidford, Wixford, and Great Alne.  more...

Lucy spurs Silver to success

Evesham Table Tennis Association BENGEWORTH Silver got the better of Littleton Table Tigers in Specsavers Division One with Lucy Mander claiming a maximum.  more...

Mickleton's goal spree is a title taster

Birdseye Sports Evesham and District Sunday League ALDERTON took a step nearer second division safety after a comfortable win over Inkberrow.  more...

Six-hit Surman adds to Welford woes

KARL Surman banged in six goals as Halfords Athletic hit double figures in their Aquaid Division One Stratford Alliance clash with Welford.  more...

Skipper Steve nets to earn a point

Chesham Utd 1, Evesham Utd 1 TABLE topping Evesham extended their impressive record to just one defeat in 20 Division One Midlands matches as Steve Lutz's 11th minute strike earned a point at play-off chasing Chesham.  more...

Skipper Steve nets to earn a point

Chesham Utd 1, Evesham Utd 1 TABLE topping Evesham extended their impressive record to just one defeat in 20 Division One Midlands matches as Steve Lutz's 11th minute strike earned a point at play-off chasing Chesham.  more...

Today's events

Tuesday Tai Chi class with Altair at Northleigh School, St Peters Road, Malvern. 7.30pm. Details www.altairedstates.co.uk or 01684 562528.  more...

Today's events

Tuesday Tai Chi class with Altair at Northleigh School, St Peters Road, Malvern. 7.30pm. Details www.altairedstates.co.uk or 01684 562528.  more...

Students on trial

TEAMS of pupils from the Chase and Dyson Perrins schools are among those competing in the Worcestershire heat of the national Schools Mock Trial.  more...

Students conduct mock trial

TEAMS of pupils from the Chase and Dyson Perrins schools are among those competing in the Worcestershire heat of the national Schools Mock Trial.  more...

Students take law into their own hands

TEAMS of pupils from the Chase and Dyson Perrins schools are among those competing in the Worcestershire heat of the national Schools Mock Trial.  more...

Environmentally friendly vehicles on show

A MALVERN-based supplier of environmentally-friendly vehicles will be demonstrating his wares to Tory parliamentary candidate Harriett Baldwin tomorrow (Saturday).  more...

Environmentally friendly vehicles on show

A MALVERN-based supplier of environmentally-friendly vehicles will be demonstrating his wares to Tory parliamentary candidate Harriett Baldwin on Saturday (March 1).  more...

Latest Herefordshire Planning Applications

THE following Planning Applications were made to Herefordshire Council on February 22, 2008:- BISHOP'S FROME - Proposed two storey side extension incorporating existing garage. Kinsale, The Hopkilns, Bishops Frome, Worcester, Herefordshire, WR6 5BP for Mr R Pugh, Kinsale, The Hopkilns, Bishops Frome, Worcester, Herefordshire, WR6 5BP per Mr N J Teale Bramble Farm, Naunton, Upton upon Severn, Worcestershire, WR8 0PZ.  more...

Latest Herefordshire Planning Applications

THE following Planning Applications were made to Herefordshire Council on February 22, 2008:- BISHOP'S FROME - Proposed two storey side extension incorporating existing garage. Kinsale, The Hopkilns, Bishops Frome, Worcester, Herefordshire, WR6 5BP for Mr R Pugh, Kinsale, The Hopkilns, Bishops Frome, Worcester, Herefordshire, WR6 5BP per Mr N J Teale Bramble Farm, Naunton, Upton upon Severn, Worcestershire, WR8 0PZ.  more...

Labyrinth planned for Rosebank Gardens

MALVERN'S neglected Rosebank Gardens could soon have a medieval-style labyrinth as a major feature.  more...

Objections to idea of refuse changes

MALVERN Town Council has voiced its objections to the idea of wheelie bins and the abolition of weekly rubbish collections in the town.  more...

Wonderland for Fair Trade products

A MAD Hatter's tea-party publicised a surprisingly sane idea at a Malvern supermarket.  more...

Wonderland for Fair Trade products

A MAD Hatter's tea-party publicised a surprisingly sane idea at a Malvern supermarket.  more...

Exhibition celebrates business launch

A MALVERN florist is launching her own business with an exhibition at a venue in central Malvern.  more...

Chance for youngsters to get creative

MALVERN Museum is giving youngsters a further chance to enter a competition to mark its opening for the new season next month.  more...

Prospect becomes reality

A STATE-of-the-art medical centre has opened in Malvern, providing care for more than 19,000 patients.  more...

Conservators and council spending more than a penny

WORK starts next week on renovating the public toilets at the Wyche Cutting, much used by visitors to the Malvern Hills.  more...

Swim will aid stroke charity

A MAN who suffered a stroke four years ago is going to great lengths to help raise money for a good cause.  more...

Mum’s seat safety plea

ALMOST 18 months after the law regarding child car seats came into force, children's lives are still in danger, insists one Redditch mother.  more...

Walking to raise cash for charity

A WOMAN who battled and beat breast cancer is helping others with the disease with the support of many friends and family members.  more...

Getting smart at activity day

YOUNGSTERS at Willow Trees Children's Centre took part in a number of activities to raise awareness of healthy eating and the dangers of fire and smoke in the home.  more...

Store helps collect £1m

STAFF at Redditch Home-base are celebrating after helping to raise a record £1 million for Marie Curie Cancer Care.  more...

Thanks to ‘knight’ who returned bag

"A KNIGHT in shining armour" was how one Redditch woman described a man who found and returned her stolen handbag.  more...

Invitation to farming talk

HEALTH conscious residents are being invited to attend the next meeting of Redditch Vegetarians and Vegans(RVV).  more...

Charged with benefit fraud

TWO people were in Redditch Magistrates Court last week charged with benefit fraud offences totalling more than £1,300.  more...

‘Disgust’ at council over mum’s heating

A MAN claims his 95-year-old mother was left without hot water and adequate heating for more than a week after Redditch Council failed to carry out adequate repairs on her central heating system.  more...

Callum set for career in childcare

A NEW College student is breaking down barriers and challenging perceptions by following his chosen career path of becoming a nursery assistant.  more...

Love, intrigue and dastardly dealings...

THE Tower of London is coming to Redditch as one of Gilbert and Sullivan's darkest operas hits the Palace Theatre.  more...

Tax hike agreed

REDDITCH Council agreed a four per cent hike on its proportion of the council tax this week.  more...

Fury at school closure

AN angry parent has blasted Webheath First School for its "complete lack of communication" over closing for the day without any prior notice.  more...

Driver racially abused

A TAXI driver has been racially abused and assaulted by a man in the early hours of the morning.  more...

Positive project

YOUNGSTERS were walking like Egyptians during a celebration to mark the end of a project which helped families to communicate.  more...

Man could have been a witness

REDDITCH police would like to hear from a man who may have witnessed an incident involving a taxi driver in Winyates.  more...

Roundup

Harriers v Rushden preview

DEFENDER Alex Jeannin misses tonight's Setanta Shield clash at home to Rushden and Diamonds (7.45pm kick-off).  more...

Harriers v Rushden preview

DEFENDER Alex Jeannin misses tonight's Setanta Shield clash at home to Rushden and Diamonds (7.45pm kick-off).  more...

Harriers v Rushden preview

DEFENDER Alex Jeannin misses tonight's Setanta Shield clash at home to Rushden and Diamonds (7.45pm kick-off).  more...

Schools

Model pupils’ fashion show

PUPILS from Pitcheroak School in Batchley put their best feet forward as part of a special valentine- themed fashion show.  more...

Pupils peek at the past

PUPILS at Dingleside Middle School took a trip back to the past and experienced hands-on history during a Victorian day.  more...

Schools News

Children encouraged to enter story competition

SCHOOLCHILDREN across Worcestershire who suffer from visual impairments or learning difficulties are being invited to take part in a national story competition, sponsored by a local firm.  more...

Our doodles have helped charity

DOODLING youngsters at a Pershore school raised about £100 for a charity that supports one of their peers.  more...

Our doodles have helped charity

DOODLING youngsters at a Pershore school raised about £100 for a charity that supports one of their peers.  more...

Youngsters shine with Bard’s play of tragedy

A CAST of 35 youngsters have staged a successful contemporary production of Shakespeare's Macbeth.  more...

Society

Stourport

CORNERSTONE FAMILY CHURCH - Praise and worship and bible teaching every Sunday at 10.30am. Teaching on baptism on Sunday at 10.30am.  more...

Upton

Big-hitting sponsors needed

HANLEY Castle and Upton Cricket Club is still on the lookout for local businesses interested in advertising.  more...

Villages

Longdon

LAST Saturday, Bridge Builders and Distinctive met at the Vicarage and enjoyed playing with their new parachute, recently acquired from funding received from Worcester County Council with the help of Councillor Tom Wells. Great fun was had by all, playing Cat and Mouse, Sharks and one team trying to keep the ball on the parachute whilst the other team tried to knock it off. An excellent game for team building as the young people worked together, adopting various strategies to try to beat the other team or person. Also, it was a great source of exercise out in the open air.  more...

Storridge

VILLAGE Hall Wednesday, March 3 - Worcestershire Society of Botanical Artists are holding their monthly meeting in the hall from 1.30-4.30pm. The subject is Daffodil Workshop. New members are very welcome to join us on our first spring meeting of the year. Please bring along art materials and specimens if available, meet new friends and learn the art of botanical painting with our botanical artist Beth Barnes, refreshments available.  more...

Welland

THE first thing to mention this week are the results from various events held locally (or by local fundraisers).  more...

Wellington Heath

THE first thing to mention this week are the results from various events held locally (or by local fundraisers).  more...

Malvern Wells

THE Reveller's quiz night is on Saturday, March 3 at the village hall starting at 7.30pm. The usual delicious supper will be provided to feed the brain as well as the body for the princely sum of £5 per person. So, get in touch with Peter Flagg on 01684 567058, Brian Davis on 01684 569776 or Pat O'Malley on 01684 575682. Get a team of four together or come alone - you won't be along for long.  more...

Malvern Wells

THE Reveller's quiz night is on Saturday, March 3 at the village hall starting at 7.30pm. The usual delicious supper will be provided to feed the brain as well as the body for the princely sum of £5 per person. So, get in touch with Peter Flagg on 01684 567058, Brian Davis on 01684 569776 or Pat O'Malley on 01684 575682. Get a team of four together or come alone - you won't be alone for long.  more...

Callow End

THERE will not be a service at St James' church this Sunday, instead the Junior Church and adults are invited to the family service for Mothering Sunday, March 2, at St Peter's Church, Powick at 11am. Posies of spring flowers will be distributed to all mothers.  more...

  
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