A CRAIG Williams hat-trick enabled Town to maintain their one point lead at the top of the Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division and helped set up a convincing win on Saturday. WOLVERHAMPTON CASUALS 1, MALVERN TOWN 5 The lowly home side
MALVERN Town's Express and Star West Midlands League, Premier Division championship hopes received a setback after they went down 3-1 at home to fellow challengers Kington Town at the Langland Stadium last Saturday. MALVERN TOWN 1, KINGTON TOWN 3 This
A MALVERN Town team, showing a number of changes from the side that hammered seven goals past Dudley Town on Saturday, moved into the second round of the Worcester Royal Infirmary Cup with this comfortable victory against a young Bromsgrove side at the
MALVERN Town maintained their seven point lead at the top of the West Midlands League Premier Division table with this emphatic victory at Dudley on Saturday. DUDLEY TOWN 1, MALVERN TOWN 7 It was Lee Hooper who opened the scoring for Town in the 18th
TOWN moved into the Third Round of the Smedley Crooke Memorial Charity Cup, with this comfortable success at home to Alveston on Tuesday night. MALVERN TOWN 4, ALVESTON 1 On a bitterly cold, misty evening, Town, showing a number of changes from the side
PAST and present children, staff, parents and volunteers are invited to a 40th anniversary disco being organised by Rowney Green Pre-school. The event will be held on Sunday, July 4, from 2-5pm at the Peace Hall in Rowney Green. Guests are asked to bring
MALVERN Town extended their lead at the top of the Express and Star West Midlands Premier Division table to seven points, following a second successive win against Heath Hayes at the Langland Stadium on Saturday. MALVERN TOWN 2, HEATH HAYES 1 Town's quick
MALVERN Town extended their lead at the top of the Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division table to seven points, following a second successive win against Heath Hayes at the Langland Stadium on Saturday. MALVERN TOWN 2, HEATH HAYES 1 Town's
BROMSGROVE Rovers face two huge matches over the Easter weekend as their chances of securing a top seven spot hang in the balance. Rovers host Solihull Borough, immediately below them in the table, in a must-win game this Saturday and travel to local
A TAXI driver from Worcester has denied an accusation that he indecently assaulted a female passenger. Worcester Magistrates Court yesterday heard that Qamran Ali, of Canterbury Road, Ronkswood, picked up the woman, who cannot be named for legal reasons
MALVERN Town saw their lead at the top of the West Midlands League Premier Division table reduced to five points following this defeat at home to local rivals Ledbury on Saturday at Langland Stadium. MALVERN TOWN 1, LEDBURY TOWN 2 Despite Malvern enjoying
A NEW weapon has been unleashed in the war against date-rape drugs. A matchbox-sized drug testing kit has been produced to enable Worcester students to find out whether their drinks have been spiked with drugs. The device, called the Drink Detective,
A WHOLE host of colourful prints will be on display at Bransford's Foal Yard Gallery as it opens an exhibition by the Bath Artist Printmakers. The display opens on Saturday when around 20 members of the group will be showing their latest pieces - including
MALVERN Town progressed to the Second Round of the Smedley Crooke Memorial Cup and a home tie with Alveston, following this comfortable victory at Droitwich on Saturday. DROITWICH SPA 1, MALVERN TOWN 5 Town who were without the holidaying Dean Roberts
A PRIMARY school has begun transforming its grounds into a summer garden, thanks to the generosity of parents and a Worcester business. Volunteers from Warndon builders' firm RF Amies helped Elbury Mount Primary pupils lay foundations for a checkerboard
ANGRY Warndon residents are sick and tired of attacks, vandalism and thefts by youths on their streets. People in Trotshill Lane East spoke out against youngsters in their area at a recent parish council meeting. One resident, who did not wish to be named
MEMBERS of the North Worcester Association of Retired Persons Over 50 held a celebration lunch to mark the group's 15th anniversary. More than 100 people turned up at the Young People's Leisure Club on Worcester's Droitwich Road for the buffet lunch and
AS the Easter weekend approaches, the RAC is reminding Worcestershire motorists that simple car checks could cut out travel nightmares. The motoring organisation is expecting heavy traffic and a significant increase in breakdowns as drivers take to the
IN what was a tremendous advert for football at this level, Malvern Town and Tividale shared six goals in a thrilling West Midlands League Premier Division encounter on Saturday. TIVIDALE 3, MALVERN TOWN 3 After weathering a spell of early pressure, it
Saturday, April 3, 2004 NEW player/manager Steve Pope was sent off as Bromsgrove Rovers were beaten 2-0 at Cirencester Town. Pope, in his second game in charge, was given his marching orders for two second half yellow cards, the latter after conceding
FAMILIES are being urged to put safety at the top of their agenda this Easter. The first holiday period of the year is traditionally a time when many householders start to look at DIY projects around the home. However, Hereford and Worcester Fire Brigade
MALVERN earnt a valuable Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division point at Shawbury on Saturday. SHAWBURY 1, MALVERN TOWN 1 But Town were frustrated by an excellent first half performance by the home goalkeeper and a number of missed chances
A WIDE variety of unusual animals will be on show as a rare breeds farm in Herefordshire throws its gates open to the public again from this weekend. Television celebrity Adam Henson - presenter of BBC's Country File will be at the Traditional and Rare
A RIK Halion hat-trick secured Malvern's fifth victory in six West Midlands League Premier Division outings with a 4-1 success at home to Bustlehome on Saturday. MALVERN TOWN 4, BUSTLEHOLME 1 The result was never really in doubt, once Halion deflected
YOUNGSTERS sporting Easter bonnets will gain free entry into a traditional day of celebration at the Worcestershire County Museum. Under-13s wearing their hats will pass through the Hartlebury Castle's gates on Easter Monday to enjoy a range of old-fashioned
COUNTRY and western musician Steve Chase will be performing in Droitwich Spa this weekend. The popular artist and funnyman will be taking part in a double bill show at the End of the Trail Country Music Club this Friday. He will star alongside Middi -
STAFF and pupils at Ledbury's John Masefield High School are celebrating after it was awarded £165,000 to establish itself as a training school. The grant - which has been awarded by the Department for Education and Skills over three years - will be used
AN up and coming Bromsgrove band is tuning up for a town fundraiser this weekend. WEB will be cranking up the tunes at the Golden Lion pub, in Charford, this Saturday. They will be joined by a host of other talented bands and musicians all hoping to raise
CHOCOLATE heaven is up for grabs for Worcester shoppers who are in with the chance of winning Easter eggs at the same time as raising cash for a local hospice. Tesco, in Warndon Villages, has adopted St Richard's Hospice, in Rose Hill, Worcester, as its
MALVERN Town made it two out of two in the West Midlands League Premier Division, following Tuesday night's convincing success at home to Brierley & Hagley. MALVERN TOWN 5, BRIERLEY & HAGLEY 0 Not only have Town registered maximum points so far
CALLING all music fans. Whether it's soul, jazz, gospel or samba that rocks your boat these days, there is a feast of sound coming your during a week-long BBC Easter music bonanza. Mad About Music is taking place this week until April 12. Celebrating
MORE than 100 parishioners took part in a Palm Sunday procession through the streets of Kempsey, to commemorate Christ's journey into Jerusalem on a donkey. Instead of a donkey, the Kempsey procession followed a horse, ridden by Lydia Beard, aged 23,
MALVERN Town opened their West Midlands League Premier Division campaign, with a remarkable victory at Market Drayton on Saturday. MARKET DRAYTON TOWN 3, MALVERN TOWN 7 After suffering a horrendous journey to their Shropshire based hosts, the game kicked
ELEVEN shotgun cartridges have led to a nightclub employee being jailed for 12 months at Worcester Crown Court. Police found the ammunition in a lock-up garage belonging to Alan Beasley after he was arrested for affray. The father-of-three was prohibited
A BUSINESSWOMAN used a stolen cheque book to pay more than £3,000 rent on premises she leased, Worcester Crown Court heard. Martha Gronow also tried to buy a car with a cheque from another book she had reported as stolen. The 37-year-old from Cotswold
A 13-year-old girl was indecently assaulted by a man after he followed her when she got off a bus in Redditch town centre at about 7.30am on Friday. The girl walked down Unicorn Hill towards Bates Hill before going across the railway footbridge in Hewell
THERE were times, we're sure, when even the most ardent, optimistic supporter of the Swan Theatre must have doubted the wisdom in fighting to keep the venue going. Faced with a crushing cash shortfall, bruised from being used as a football by opposing
IT'S been a hectic close season for Redditch Cricket Club as they prepare for another busy outing in the Birmingham League Division Three. New skipper Dan Protherough, who has taken the pressure off former captain Nev Mason, is hoping to pull his team
TEENAGE showjumping sensation George Morrissey beat riders from all over the country to claim the Kitt Junior Sapphire Championship at the weekend. On the final day of the Blue Chip Show Jumping Championships at the Solihull Riding Club, Dorridge, the
WYTHALL B team played their last fixture in division five of the Stratford League with a 4-0 win over Alcester B. In winning the match, Wythall keep their outside chance of promotion alive but are hoping second-placed Evesham drop a point against bottom
AS Worcester Warriors' supporters contemplate away visits to such famous venues as The Stoop, Kingsholm and Welford Road, spare a thought for City's loyal band of travelling fans. Lonely footballing outposts such as Barrow, Whitby and possibly Blyth Spartans
The uncompromising defender was Ian Britton's last signing before the manager was sacked in October 2003 and cost Harriers a four-figure fee. Hatswell has a second chance to impress in the Football League after leaving Oxford under Ian Atkins due to a
Studley 3 Bridgnorth Town 3 A BATTLING second-half performance including a last-minute equaliser from winger Mark Neath ensured a point for the still injury-hit Bees. Studley showed character to come back from a two-goal deficit at half time to take a
Bennett was a then club record buy of £30,000 from rivals Bromsgrove Rovers in January 1999 and proved a goal-scoring menace to Conference opponents in the title-winning season. The ex-England semi-professional international signed a two-year deal at
SMASH hit show Saturday Night Fever arrives at the Birmingham Hippodrome on Monday as part of a major tour. Inspired by the 1978 film starring John Travolta and featuring 12 classic Bee Gees disco hits from the biggest selling soundtrack in film history
Saturday, April 10 FOOTBALL Dr Martens Western - Bromsgrove Rovers v Solihull Borough (3pm). Midland Combination Division One - Barnt Green Spartak v Kenilworth; Fairfield Villa v Stockingford AA (all 2.45pm). Sunday, April 11 FOOTBALL Advertiser/Messenger
ENGLAND cricket star Ashley Giles (pictured) has claimed his place in history after playing his part in his country's success in the West Indies. Giles, who lives in Droitwich Spa, was part of Michael Vaughan's team that secured a series win in the Caribbean
Thursday, April 8 The Legends of the 60s with Shooter, Palace Theatre. Tickets from 65203. Make A Wish Charity Evening featuring T-Rextasy tribute band, Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham. Tickets from 0121 607 7533. Stage 2 Youth Theatre: To Kill A Mocking
REDDITCH Swimming Club were celebrating golden results yet again after the final weekend of the Worcester County Championships. James Green grabbed gold in the 200m freestyle followed by silver in the 50m backstroke and 200m breaststroke in the nine year
BEN Hinshelwood will put club before country by signing a new Worcester deal. The Sixways centre had been under intense pressure from the Scottish Rugby Union to move north of the border when his current contract expired in the summer. However, the Scottish
WORCESTER City ace Mark Owen has revealed his delight at signing a new contract - just months after fearing he might have to leave the club. The striker believed his days could be numbered after losing his place in the side during September, following
AS the football season enters its final month, Hereford United's Tony James still leads the Evening News/Ray Mercer Memorial Trophy. The Bulls' captain looks set to claim the prize for a second time in three years following another consistent season at
PERSHORE Town were hit by two sucker-punch blows as they crashed to a 2-0 defeat at home to Highgate United in the Midland Combination Premier Division last night. Jamie Siviter and Will Pedley struck the post for Pershore in the first half and created
BROMSGROVE RFC First XV have ten days to prepare for a winner takes all Midlands Two (West) title decider. Dean Ball's side travel to Derby on Saturday week for the clash with a one-point lead at the top following Derby's 22-10 defeat at Malvern last
AFTER 30 years of public service, Redditch town centre manager Jane Muckle is retiring. She has overseen a large number of high-profile changes to the town centre while in post and was one of only three UK finalists in the 2003 Sceptre Awards for Town
A PLANNING consultant has been employed by residents opposed to certain aspects of the proposed £50 million sports, leisure and entertainment complex on the site of Abbey Stadium. Members of Abbey Park Residents Association have taken on the consultant
ALVECHURCH Middle School's girls' football teams have had a successful season. The full under 13s team got to the final of the West Midland's Cup while the six-a-side team was crowned Kidderminster Harriers champions. The girls are also in the final of
VILLAGERS in Studley will receive a questionnaire in the next few weeks as part of the Parish Plan. The consultation exercise by Studley Parish Council will seek opinion on how villagers would like to see the village develop in a number of areas over
MALVERN RFC entertain the Midlands West Two leaders Derby tomorrow (Saturday) at Spring Lane but they are determined to give their visitors a tough time. Leaders Derby are locked in a championship battle with Malvern's Worcester-shire rivals Bromsgrove
THE coaches from Malvern Rugby Club's Youth Development Section are now branching out into Scouting, but not to 'poach' talented youngsters. Instead, the coaches will be visiting local Scout groups over the next three months to introduce tag-rugby to
MALVERN'S North Midlands Cup quarter-final against Hereford, originally scheduled to take place this Sunday, has now been switched to Saturday, March 20. Hereford had been faced with playing twice over the weekend, as they have to play a rearranged league
MALVERN RFC Saturday, March 6 1st XV Training Session (Home). Meet Spring Lane 12.45pm. Start 1pm. M Richardson, S Cooper, A Ruddock, C Smith, S Taylor, O Wynne, J Anderson, J Davis, D King, M Humphreys, M Eastwood, J Martin, R Fleming, A Longley, G Richards
MALVERN RFC Saturday, February 28 1st XV v Hereford (Home). Meet noon Railway Inn. Kick off 2.15pm. No 1 Dress code. Maroon shorts & socks. M Richardson, S Jeffries, S Cooper, A Ruddock, C Smith, S Taylor, D Irish (Capt), O Wynne, J Anderson, J Davis
MALVERN RFC Saturday, February 14 1st XV v Nuneaton OE (Home). Meet Railway Inn noon. Kick off 2.15pm. Maroon shorts & socks. M Richardson, D Irish (Capt), S Cooper, A Ruddock, C Smith, A Ridley, D Hill, J Anderson, J Davis, D King, D Kay, N Eastwood
MALVERN RFC host one of the top games in the University rugby season tomorrow (Saturday) when University College Worcester take on Durham University, consistently one of the top sides in the country. On show will be several players who will be familiar
MALVERN RFC Saturday, January 31 1st XV v Aston OEs (Away). Meet Spring Lane 11.15pm, Ketch Hotel Worcester 11.45pm. Kick off 2.15pm. No 1 dress code. Navy blue shorts & socks. M Richardson, D Irish (Capt), S Cooper, C Smith, A Ruddock, W Smith, S
MALVERN RFC welcome back centre Mark Humphreys after a career-threatening cruciate injury, suffered against Luctonians in December 2000, appeared to have ended his rugby playing days. It has taken two operations and a long period of rehabilitation to
MALVERN RFC Saturday, January 17 A XV v Old Patesians II (Home). Meet Spring Lane 12.45pm. Kick off 2.15pm. J Daniell, S Jeffries, T Seymour, A McBurney, A Ruddock, S Taylor (Capt), C Edwards, M Gaubert, J Davis, R Fleming, B Hughes, R Hurst, J Martin
MALVERN Rugby Club welcome Midlands Two (West) leaders and county rivals Bromsgrove to Spring Lane tomorrow (Saturday) with a 2.15pm kick-off. Malvern have slipped to fifth place following their recent shock defeat at basement-club Bedworth two weeks
MALVERN first XV return to Midlands West Two action tomorrow (Saturday) with a visit to basement-club Bedworth. Struggling Bedworth have lost all their 11 league fixtures to date and have even been deducted two points for a misdemeanor. Third-placed Malvern
BROMSGROVE Rovers face two huge matches over the Easter weekend as their chances of securing a top seven spot hang in the balance. Rovers host Solihull Borough, immediately below them in the table, in a must-win game this Saturday and travel to local
THIS Midlands Two West match against bottom of the league Bedworth always had the look of a home banker about it, and the Malvern team, keen to increase the all-important points difference, came out in hungry mood to insure this. MALVERN 92pts, BEDWORTH
MALVERN RFC Saturday, December 6 1st XV v Derby (Home). Meet 10.15am bus Spring Lane, 10.30am Ketch Worcester. Kick off 2.15pm. No. 1 Dress Code. Navy blue shorts & socks. From: J Daniell, A Logan, S Cooper, M Richardson, A McBurney, C Smith, J Anderson
MALVERN RFC welcome basement Midlands Two West club Bedworth tomorrow (Saturday) and will be looking for two points to keep in touch with league pace-setters Derby and Bromsgrove. Malvern put out an A-team last Saturday and secured a 36-15 win against
MALVERN RFC Saturday, November 22 1st XV v Bedworth (Home). Meet Spring Lane 1pm. Kick off 2.30pm. No 1 Dress code. Maroon shorts & socks. From: J Daniell, A Logan, S Cooper, A McBurney, V Hill, C Smith, S Taylor, J Anderson, D Irish (captain), D
MALVERN Rugby Club face their toughest Midlands Two West fixture so far this season when they visit rivals Broms-grove tomorrow (Saturday). Malvern and Bromsgrove are both two points behind leaders Derby, who still boast a 100 per cent record from seven
FIFTEEN Year 7 students from Dyson Perrins CE High School have been given specialist rugby instruction by Malvern RFC youth rugby coaches as part of the Malvern Hills Active Sport Programme. The students first match will be against a Year 7 team from
MALVERN RFC Saturday, November 1 1st XV v Stafford (Home). Meet Railway Inn at 12 noon. Kick off 2.30pm. No 1 Dress Code. Maroon shorts and socks. From: J Daniell, D Irish (Capt), S Cooper, M Richardson, V Hill, C Smith, S Taylor, D Hill, A Farmer, G
NEW player/manager Steve Pope was sent off as Bromsgrove Rovers were beaten 2-0 at Cirencester Town. Pope, in his second game in charge, was given his marching orders for two second half yellow cards, the latter after conceding a penalty. Matt Lowe saved
MALVERN RFC first XV return to Midlands Two West duty tomorrow (Saturday) with a trip to Newbold. Third-placed Malvern have only lost one of their five league games to date and are two points behind leaders Derby who boast the only 100 per cent record
FOOTBALLERS from Wychbold First School have finished their term in style by winning an inter-school championship. The school's seven-a-side team won the Droitwich First Schools Football Tournament village section last Thursday after beating three other
BARNT Green Spartak could be crowned Midland Combination division one champions this Saturday if results go their way this week. GJ Singh's side, eight points clear at the top with three games left, host Stockingford tonight (Wednesday) knowing two points
Saturday, October 25 1st XV v Newbold (Away). Meet Spring Lane noon, Ketch Hotel Worcester 12.15pm. Kick off 3pm. No 1 Dress Code. Navy blue shorts & socks. From: J Daniell, D Irish (Capt), S Cooper, V Hill, C Smith, S Taylor, D Hill, A Farmer, T
A PENALTY five minutes from time condemned Droitwich Spa to their third straight league defeat. Kevin Blaber's side were left to rue first half missed chances when an 85th minute gave Archdales' 73 a 1-0 victory at King George Playing Fields last Saturday
FAIRFIELD Villa earned a deserved point at fifth place Knowle in their Midland Combination division one clash. A good defensive display gave Villa a base to build on last Saturday and they could have taken all three points when Phil Upton hit the crossbar
THE Malvern Angels rugby squad are starting their new season with a positive drive to recruit more women to play for their local team. Under the Active Sports program, sessions will be starting at Dyson Perrins School to introduce tag rugby to the young
MALVERN RFC Saturday, September 20 Intermediate Cup 1st Round. 1st XV v Stafford (Away). Meet bus Spring Lane noon, Ketch Hotel Worcester 12.15pm. Kick off 3pm. Number One dress code. Navy shorts & socks. J Daniell, D Irish (captain), D Chesham, A
THE Malvern Development XV kicked off their inaugural season with a fine performance against a very strong Tewkesbury outfit including a Canadian international who is a guest of the Gloucestershire club this season. MALVERN DEVELOPMENT XV 17pts, TEWKESBURY
MALVERN were grateful to the young Newport side that fulfilled this pre-season warm-up friendly after Ledbury had pulled out in midweek. MALVERN 48pts, NEWPORT 12pts The Spring Lane side took the opportunity of giving around 30 players a run out in a
MALVERN Rugby Club's successful youth development section, will kick-off the 2003-04 Rugby World Cup season with its annual registration day tomorrow (Saturday) at the club's HQ based at Spring Lane in Malvern Link. The doors of the clubhouse will be
MALVERN Rugby Club have made some key signings prior to the start of the new campaign in Midlands Division Two (West). With prop Shaun Lancett out for the start of the season, ex-Gloucester Academy player Dan Chesham has been signed as a replacement.
MALVERN Rugby Club is one of many rugby clubs in the country to sign up to an innovative new deal with banking giant the Halifax which could generate vital funds directly into the club's coffers. Malvern Rugby Club will receive £10 from the Halifax for
THE call has gone out from Malvern Rugby Club to all 17 to 19 year olds living in and around Malvern to make the final transition into senior rugby by joining the club's newly-formed development squad. Malvern Rugby Club believes that all rugby players
Malvern RFC, playing in Midlands Two (West) next season, have resumed full pre-season training under new coach Paul Essenhigh and assistant Gareth Richards. Training sessions take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 7pm and 9pm, when players of all
Articles from last season can be found by following the 'archive' link - left.
WORCESTERSHIRE today revealed that paceman Kabir Ali will miss the opening six weeks of the new season. The 23-year-old star has been sidelined by a double hernia which required surgery yesterday. He was diagnosed with the problem after suffering discomfort
I AM writing to thank your readers who have donated blood or bone marrow to the National Blood Service (NBS) over the past year for their support and to persuade others to become donors as well. I would also like to thank those people who supported the
WE were concerned to read a comment within the article last month 'Police crackdown on town's truants' and in particular the quote from Sgt Steve Tristram, of Bromsgrove Police, who said: 'The Education Act makes it a legal requirement for children between
THANK YOUS are extended to all those who came to St. Peter's Church, Worcester Road, Bromsgrove on February 28 to have their cars washed by Peter's Rock Youth Group. The youth were raising money in aid of World Vision to enable developing countries to
MANY people would be astonished to read the criticism of Julie Kirkbride MP, in Letters last week. Since becoming Shadow Minister for Culture, Media and Sport in November, Julie has continued to work hard for local people and still works hard for local
I HAVE been inspired to join the efforts of local residents in saving the current 144 bus route along the Birmingham Road. I am deeply concerned that diverting the route through Catshill will leave residents along the Birmingham Road without any bus service
BROMSGROVE Rover's first friendly game against Southern league outfit Bath City, under the Victoria Ground's new floodlights in front of a crowd of 1,400, was marred by rain and a heavy snowstorm. The Greens were sporting their new fluorescent strip designed
EVEN the oldest Bromsgrove Rovers fans could not recall a bank holiday programme when the team had fared so badly. They had played three games, on Saturday, Monday and Tuesday and had only gained one point. To make matters worse they had lost at home
Pre-season friendlies Sat July 19 Bromyard (a) 7-1 Ball 3, Robinson, Giddings, A Wright, Wood. Wed July 23 Studley (h) 1-3 Ball Tues July 29 Westfields (h) 1-1 Wood Sat Aug 2 Bilston (a) 6-1 Ball 4, Sayer, Wood Tues Aug 5 Stourbridge (h) 4-1 Robinson
Alcester 11 Spartans 10 Alcester celebrated their Presidents day with a fine win but with Pinley also winning the King's Coughton men's league survival fight goes to the final week of the season. Playing in their new kit Alcester did not start well and
I AM writing to thank your readers who have donated blood or bone marrow to the National Blood Service (NBS) over the past year for their support and to persuade others to become donors as well. I would also like to thank those people who supported the
WE were concerned to read a comment within the article last month 'Police crackdown on town's truants' and in particular the quote from Sgt Steve Tristram, of Bromsgrove Police, who said: 'The Education Act makes it a legal requirement for children between
REGARDING the First Midland service number 144 referred to in an article on March 24. I use this service every day to get to and from work. I live in Lickey End and travel to the University of Birmingham. It is appalling that First are planning to re
THERE was a prestigious accolade this week for a Redditch funeral directors. Thomas Brothers, of Evesham Road, Crabbs Cross, were named Golden Charter Regional Funeral Planner of the Year for Midlands and North Wales. Golden Charter, a funeral plan provider
JOAN Baker will be giving Lickey artists a demonstration of how to use watercolours creatively. She will share her knowledge on the subject with members of the Lickey Hills Arts Society on Saturday, May 1. It will take place at Lickey Parish Hall, in
AS we approach the anniversary of D-Day, we should reflect on a generation of young men, whom it now appears, needlessly lost their lives during The Second World War. The might of the German Army met inexperienced teenagers and lads in their 20s whose
Wednesday, April 7 Show: Full Circle, Hippodrome Theatre, Hurst Street, Birmingham. Until Saturday. Show: Treasure Island, Belgrade Theatre, Belgrade Square, Coventry. Until April 17. Show: Jesus Christ Super Star, Swan Theatre, Worcester. Until April
I AM not unsympathetic towards Don Barnard ("Cannabis and the law", You Say, Wednesday, March 31). Whenever we ban something we arouse an element of curiosity that glamourises whatever we try to suppress. Profitability increases for those prepared to
FOR our April meeting, member Chris Smith will entertain with a large screen video presentation of British and continental steam. Chris has travelled far and wide with his video camera to bring us both sides of steam from his collection. He has been chasing
THE Rev D G Griffin declares that Muslims are a greater threat to "Her Majesty's Subjects" than the BNP or National Front (You Say, Tuesday, March 30). That a Christian person, a vicar even, could openly support their racist views is inconceivable and
IS there no end to the idiocy with which our affairs are managed? I read in "Green space safe claim" (Evening News, Wednesday, March 24) that the new house target for Worcester is 5,250 houses to be built, by 2011, of which 3,800 have already been built
PRESIDENT Betty Wolsey welcomed members to the March meeting. It was reported some members could not attend due to illness and best wishes for their speedy recovery were expressed. Betty Gibbs gave the secretary's report and it was generally agreed the
Redditch United 1 Shepshed Dynamo 0 ONE down three to go for already promoted Redditch United. Bottom of the table Shepshed Dynamo put in a spirited performance to try to upset the Reds but their 10-man defence was punctured once and that was all that
A MAN with an artificial leg says he was left to walk home in agony after clampers ignored his pleas and took his car away from the back of a Bromsgrove shop. Newly-wed Dale Howard, of King George Close, Sidemoor, said he told the clampers he could not
THE big fear is that the Dorchester defeat will herald an end of season collapse. That's what everybody has been talking about because that's been our fate in the last two seasons. However I believe we are better equipped to deal with the run-in than
AMBITIOUS improvement plans are promised for Bromsgrove's newly-transferred housing stock over the next two years. Mike Brown told the Advertiser/Messenger that he wants to 'hit the ground running' in his new role as the chief executive of Bromsgrove
A GENEROUS town man, who has rolled up his sleeve and donated blood for 45 years, has received a special award. Leslie Potter, of Fulton Road, Sidemoor, received the commemorative plaque from the National Blood Service (NBS) to say 'thank you' for making
EGG-cited Droitwich youngsters got into the Easter spirit with a playground parade of more than 300 specially-decorated hats and bonnets. Pupils at St Peter's First School, off The Holloway, were invited to get creative by the school's Parents' Association
AN angry Spa couple have been left fearing for their safety after some of their roof collapsed and destroyed their son's play equipment. Trudy Pulley and Christopher Newman, of Swan Drive, had been out on Saturday night while Trudy's mother looked after
ENTHUSIASTIC youngsters from a Spa first school had a taste of the continent in their annual arts week project. Pupils from Westlands First School, in Farmer's Way, were allocated different countries in Europe and had the chance to work with their siblings
VULNERABLE residents can have up-to-date security equipment installed to make them feel safer than ever in their homes. Victims of crime and vulnerable residents will be given the equipment, which will be installed free of charge, as part of a Wychavon
ROUNDLY criticised for being run-of-the-mill and generally ho-hum, this is a surprisingly enjoyable thriller/horror/whodunnit rolled into one. And while it may not offer anything particularly new or original, it's worth not dismissing this out of hand
AN angry villager, who fears the cut in bus services will leave many housebound, has set up a petition to re-instate the service in Hampton Lovett. Albert Busby, of Doverdale Park, has lived in the small village outside Droitwich Spa for many years and
REMEMBER the good old days when you were diagnosed as being down in the dumps? You'd be referred to the comedy doctor who'd immediately prescribe a dose of Fawlty Towers or Dad's Army. That's sadly all changed now. I don't know about the rest of you laughter
Nowadays Aerosmith produce albums about once every four years - such is the lack of pressure on your modern rock behemoths to put out new stuff at a reasonable rate. But even on the 'new material' score they've clearly decided to take a rain-check in
TAKE eight different children, eight sets of parents and a competition that, each year, grips America and you have the bones of a fascinating documentary. Add tension, sparkle, family dynamics and sheer awe-inspiring smartness and once you have erased
A PARTNERSHIP between Bromsgrove Tennis Club and the district council is celebrating success after seeing their initiative produce results. The two groups joined together last April to establish Thursday morning tennis sessions at Sanders Park, in Kidderminster
DROITWICH Spa golf ace John Bickerton continues to struggle after missing the cut for the third successive week. Bickerton, aged 34, fired a second round six over par at the Algarve Open in Portugal last Friday, leaving him seven over for the tournament
STEPS are being taken to clean out a pool which anglers believe has led to the death of thousands of fish and several birds, including Kingfishers - the symbol of Redditch. Secretary of Redditch Sports and Social Club's fishing section Peter Wrenn said
BEN Hinshelwood will put club before country by signing a new Worcester deal. The Sixways centre had been under intense pressure from the Scottish Rugby Union to move north of the border when his current contract expired in the summer. However, the Scottish
I WRITE following your front page article "Laying baby to rest - at last" (Advertiser, March 31). Everyone needs to be aware of the implications of signing post mortem consent forms. Even now after judgement was found in favour of The Nationwide Organ
MALVERN Town visit third- placed Kington on Saturday in the Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division (2.45pm), in a game which really is a 'last chance' for the home side if they are to have any chance of having a say in the title race.
LEAGUE leaders Malvern Town entertain bottom-of-the-table Coseley Town tomorrow (Saturday) in another Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division game (2.45pm). Their cause is made even more important as Tipton closed the gap on Town to just
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MALVERN Town's incredible season now enters its final phase, with Town chasing honours on five different fronts. Not content with locking swords with Tipton Town and possibly Kington Town, in what looks likely to be one of the most exciting Express and
Malvern Town go into Saturday's Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division match at Newport (2.45pm), buoyed by their 5-0 hammering of Ledbury in the semi-final of the Worcester Royal Infirmary Cup at the Langland Stadium on Tuesday. This
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Malvern Town go into Saturday's Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division match at Newport (2.45pm), buoyed by their 5-0 hammering of Ledbury in the semi-final of the Worcester Royal Infirmary Cup at the Langland Stadium on Tuesday. This
IT'S a dream come true for Redditch teenager Sarah Meade after she beat thousands of other hopefuls to win an exclusive photoshoot for the cover of popular teenage magazine Sugar. The Trinity High School student was spotted when the Sugar Rimmel London
MALVERN Town visit fifth- placed Wellington tomorrow (Saturday) in another crucial Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division fixture (2.45pm). The Herefordshire side will provide a tough examination of Town's championship credentials as they
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MALVERN Town have the chance to increase their lead to five points at the top of the Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division when they entertain lowly Ettingshall HT at the Langland Stadium on Tuesday (March 2) night (7.45pm). Malvern will
Bromyard and District Chamber of Commerce: Jonathan Lester, 01885 482919. Great Malvern Association of Traders: Adrian Ward, 01684 563577. Hardware (Agency for windows and doors): Mike Fisher, 01531 640033, e-mail: mjf@mike-fisher.demon.co. uk Ledbury
MALVERN Town, who got their West Midland Premier Division championship challenge back on track following a good win at Lye on Saturday, have a tough looking fixture when they play host to Tividale on Saturday (2.45pm). Despite their mid-table position
BEFORE this Midlands Two West match on Saturday, the Kenilworth committee were talking about their chase for a play-off place. KENILWORTH 14pts, MALVERN 32pts Some 80 minutes later that chase looked like a climb up Everest as Malvern turned in possibly
Amnesty International Malvern Group: Jim Beard, 01684 540941. ARCOS (The Association for Rehabilitation of Communication and Oral Skills): K Coombs, Whitborne Lodge, Church Street, Malvern, 01684 576795. Cancer Research UK: Mr R A Worth, 01684 892772.
OUTMAULED and outgunned up front in the corresponding away fixture in October, Malvern knew they would have to win the forward battle to take the points at Spring Lane on Saturday. MALVERN 28pts, NUNEATON OLD EDWARDIANS 17pts A tough, gutsy performance
JUST 15 Malvern players made themselves available for this friendly against a Burton side that boasted a perfect 15-win record in the league. BURTON ON TRENT 20pts, MALVERN 31pts With no replacements available, Malvern were reliant on all players lasting
THE undoubted Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division match of the day takes place tomorrow (Saturday) when leaders Malvern Town visit second-placed Tipton Town (2.45). The home side sit three points behind Malvern from the same number
A REDDITCH teenager has proved she can hit the right note after scooping the best solo singer award in a countywide competition. Lauren Rowell, 17, a pupil at Arrow Vale Community High School, last week took part in a Pop Icons competition which attracted
C R Burrows: 29 Hampden Road, Malvern Link, 01684 561168. Complete Foot Care: Miss S Jones, Mr Thompson, The Surgery, Lyttelton House, Abbey Road, Malvern, 01684 563660. Shelagh Dressel: 6 Old St, Upton-upon-Severn, 01684 594654.Foot and Ankle Clinic:
EXPRESS and Star West Midlands League Premier Division leaders Malvern Town this week added ex-Worcester City midfielder Nathan Jukes to their championship challenging squad. Jukes, who has recently been playing for Stourport Swifts, made his Town debut
MALVERN Minis were in action against Bredon Buzzards last weekend and came away with a mixed bag of results. Because of water-logged pitches at Bredon, all the minis matches were relocated elsewhere, with the U7/8s and U11s playing their matches at Bushley
WHO is in charge of our town's woodland? Redditch is lucky enough to have more trees than any other town or city I can remember. I enjoy jogging through Pitcheroak, Musketts, Morton Stanley and Foxlydiate woods. But after the recent strong winds, many
MALVERN Town visit Bustleholme tomorrow (Saturday) in another must-win Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division game. Leaders Town are just one point ahead of Tipton and sit eleven points ahead of third-placed Kington who have three games
THIS was Malvern's heaviest defeat in two years and coming after the recent reverse against Stroud is further testament to the strength of Gloucestershire rugby. MALVERN U16S 7pts, LONGLEVENS U16S 53pts The visitors were bigger, stronger and more accomplished
"NOTHING can be ruled in and nothing can be ruled out" as far as more school mergers are concerned according to the head of the county's education policy development. Worcestershire County Council officer Colin Weedon said that with some Redditch schools
CHURCH OF ENGLAND All Saints Malvern Wells & Wyche: Vicar Paul Finch 01684 573912, e-mail paul@finchnest.freeserve.co.uk Church Wardens: Mrs Olive Hammond, 3 Syocks Lane, Newland, Nr Malvern, WR13 5AZ, 01886 832296. Mrs Bea Magawon, 29 Green Lane,
LEAGUE leaders Malvern Town visit Ledbury Town tomorrow (Saturday) in the West Midlands Premier Division (2.45pm), hoping to avenge their 2-1 defeat inflicted by Ledbury at the Langland Stadium back in November. This was one of only three league defeats
BRITAIN gives billions yearly to the EU, our railways are below standard, our roads are sub-standard, our police force is short of funds and our fire service needs money. All of these vital services and many others are short of money, including pensioners
LEAGUE-leaders Malvern Town travel to Wolverhampton Casuals in the Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division tomorrow (Saturday) and will be hoping to put last Saturday's defeat at home to fellow challengers Kington Town behind them. Town
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MALVERN Town visit Dudley Town tomorrow (Saturday) in the Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division (2.45pm) and will be looking for another three points in an attempt to extend their seven-point lead at the top of the table. Looking forward
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BROMYARD DISTRICT District Commissioner: Stephanie Carpenter, Whittanacre, Bringsty Common, 01886 821858. Contact for Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers. LEDBURY, PUTLEY, EASTNOR, COLWALL AND CRADLEY DISTRICT District Commissioner: Mrs Sarginson,
MALVERN Town visit third placed Heath Hayes tomorrow (Saturday), in yet another Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division match of the day (2.45pm). This is an undoubted six pointer as the Cannock-based outfit sit six points behind Town with
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MALVERN'S attentions now turn to Tuesday night (7.45pm), when they visit bottom-placed Cosely Town in another league fixture. With no other Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division games taking place during the week, Town have a chance to
MALVERN started this Midlands Two West encounter on the attack, John Martin breaking through to set up the second phase and Malvern winning a third-minute penalty to take the lead through Richard Fleming. MALVERN 19PTS, NEWBOLD 26PTS Newbold had strengthened
TOP of the table Malvern Town play host to sixth-placed Lye Town tomorrow (Saturday) in the Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division (2.45pm). Town will be hoping to build on their midweek victory against local rivals Bromyard and possibly
THE injury-hit Malvern squad had been without a Midlands Two West win since the end of November. STAFFORD 10pts, MALVERN 20pts With few options in the front five, the period around Christmas had proved a lean time and seen the Spring Lane outfit drop
FOUR Malvern Town youngsters have been selected for the Worcestershire squad to play Herefordshire in the Midlands Youth Championships. S Baker, O Endacott, J Shipman and L Tompkins are in the 17-man squad to play at Bromyard Town FC, Stourport Road,
MALVERN found table-toppers Bromsgrove too strong when they entertained them at Spring Lane on Saturday and slipped to a 35-8 defeat. MALVERN 8PTS, BROMSGROVE 35PTS The Midlands Two (West) showdown at Spring Lane was hoped to be a revenge mission for
MALVERN Town travel to Droitwich Spa in the first round of the Smedley Crooke Memorial Cup tomorrow (Saturday) prior to their league game against Bromyard Town at Langland Stadium on Tuesday evening. Town general manager Richard Anson said: "Obviously
ONLY five weeks had passed since Malvern put nearly 70 points on Midlands Two West basement-club Bedworth at Spring Lane. BEDWORTH 25pts, MALVERN 19pts Nevertheless, director of rugby David Robins had a bad feeling about the return match. The Warwickshire
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MALVERN Town are calling for supporters to back them on Saturday as they face their biggest test of the season so far. The Express and Star West Midlands League Premier Division leaders take on third placed, and to date undefeated, Newport Town at Langland
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MALVERN avenged the earlier cup defeat at Stafford in some style at Spring Lane last Saturday with a victory that keeps them just two points behind Midlands Two West leaders Derby. MALVERN 60pts, STAFFORD 19pts Coming out with all guns blazing, the home
MALVERN Town turned in an outstanding performance at the Langland Stadium on Tuesday night to demolish Lye Town in the FA Youth Cup Third Qualifying Round and at the same time earn a first round proper tie away to Notts County. MALVERN TOWN YOUTH 7, LYE
MALVERN held its top three position with a patiently crafted victory against a Newbold side whose ability belied their league position. NEWBOLD 3pts, MALVERN 14pts The village team from the outskirts of Rugby have been around the top end of the intermediate
WITH Spring Lane basking in unseasonal October sunshine, the portents were good for an open game of running rugby, and the two sides didn't fail to disappoint the sizeable crowd. MALVERN 24pts, ASTON OLD EDWARDIANS 22pts With Vince Hill back in the pack
The next meeting at Cookhill Village Hall will be held from 7.30pm tonight when, to finish the evening's entertainment, a concert will be given by Karen Poole. Another grand evening of music is assured and everyone is warmly invited to attend. Entry is
PREVIOUSLY unbeaten in their Midlands Two West fixtures, Malvern went to Warwickshire to take on a feisty Nuneaton side who had convincingly gained promotion last year. NUNEATON OLD BOYS 23pts, MALVERN 13pts They had done their homework well; stand off
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MALVERN Town visit Barrow Town tomorrow (Saturday) in the second qualifying round of the FA Vase. Their Leicestershire Senior League hosts sit in an upper mid-table position having won three of their first five games, but Town coach Joey Rawle ran the
THE 202nd meeting was held at the Holly Bush on March 24. There were 28 in attendance with 13 apologies. The president welcomed everyone, in particular recent new member Vernon Munton, speaker Rev Jim Symonds and guest Rev David Capron. An updated report
MALVERN fell at the first hurdle of the Intermediate Cup last Saturday to a Stafford side, which had taken third place in the league last season. STAFFORD 24pts, MALVERN 16 Injuries and non-availabilities had decimated the squad, with 12 players unable
A woman has been found hanging in her Brockhill Prison cell just one day after being sentenced to nine years for armed robbery. Sheena Kotecha, 22, from Belgrave, was found by prison staff at 9.40am on Sunday. Attempts were made to revive her but she
MALVERN Town entertain Bustlehome at the Langland Stadium on Saturday (2.45pm) and will be looking to continue their impressive start to their West Midlands League Premier Division campaign. To help Town's cause further, they welcome back Dean Roberts
AT the March 18 meeting, after the future programme had been discussed, Mrs Jean Lever welcomed Ruben Lynch, the only black toastmaster in the country, to talk about his life as a toastmaster and before. He looked immaculate in his red frock coat, black
MALVERN Town visit Smethwick ST tomorrow (Saturday) in the West Midlands League Premier Division and will be keen to rectify Tuesday's disappointing defeat at home to Wellington. Town boss Neil Hunt welcomes back Craig Williams, who came on as a substitute
DESPITE several last minute changes, Malvern put together a solid performance to take the points at Spring Lane on Saturday. MALVERN 37pts, BARKERS BUTTS 10pts George Blakeway injured his back during the warm-up, so Gareth Richards switched to his old
AN interesting slide presentation by Peter Gennard was enjoyed by members on March 17 and the third slide competition took place on March 24. New member Guy Powell took first and second places in the primary section of the competition, with Trekking amongst
Organisations for older people Age Concern Bromyard and District: 5 Broad Street, Bromyard, 01885 483483. Age Concern Malvern & District: The Grange, Grange Road, Malvern, Chief Officer Mr George Waugh, 01684 560666. Age Concern Ledbury and District
WEST Midlands League Pemier Division leaders Malvern Town seek to maintain their 100 per cent record when they entertain Wellington at the Langland Stadium on Tuesday, August 26 (7.45pm). Town welcome back Dave Cannon, who missed Saturday's victory at
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MALVERN Town entertain Wolverhampton Casuals in the West Midlands League Premier Division tomorrow (Saturday), kick off 2.45pm. Town have made an outstanding start to their League campaign, hammering Market Drayton 7-3 last Saturday and, as if to prove
A CAMERA club which has had repeated success in competitions over the last six months will be taking part in a 'grand slam' tournament next month. Cookhill and Studley Camera Club will travel to the Vale of Evesham Camera Club along with the Redditch
April 9 1954 RESIDENTS of Bromsgrove Road, Redditch, have complained to Redditch Urban Council about the view which has been left after the completion of the flats in Poplar Road. A letter to the estates committee, read at Monday's meeting, said the people
April 9, 1904 ON Monday afternoon, a rather serious trap accident occurred on the Worcester Road between Feckenham and Bradley Green. Mr JR Tarleton and a party of friends had just passed a motor car when the wheel of the trap got into a deep water drip
MALVERN Town entertain Brierley Hill on Tuesday (August 19) in the West Midlands League Premier Division (7.45pm) and will be looking to build on Saturday's remarkable success at Market Drayton, but Town general manager Richard Anson remains cautious.
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ALMONRY MUSEUM: Merstow Green, Evesham. Local history. Open Mon-Sat 10am -5pm, Sun 2-5pm, last admission 4.30pm. Closed Sun Nov, Dec and Jan, 01386 446944, e-mail:tic@almonry. ndo. co.uk AVONCROFT MUSEUM OF BUILDINGS: Stoke Heath, Bromsgrove. Restored
MALVERN Town wrapped up their pre season friendly programme, with a fairly convincing win against a young Worcester City side at the Langland Stadium on Tuesday night. MALVERN TOWN 3, WORCESTER CITY X1 0 City started brightly and home goalkeeper Dave
CONSERVATIVES Bushley: Tim Troughton, 01684 293107. Chase: Chairman John Redfern, 01684 575116. Colwall and Coddington: Mr Sidney Roberts, 01684 540913. Leominster Conservative Association: Chairman Mrs J Hereford, 01568 612565. Link: Mrs Vera Jack, 01684
MALVERN Town have suffered a blow to their pre season schedule today, when Midlands Alliance newcomers Westfields pulled out of their proposed friendly at Malvern on Saturday (August 9), due to an injury crisis. Town general manager Richard Anson said
MALVERN Town boss Neil Hunt has added a number of new faces to the this season's squad and further signings are expected, and this despite virtually all of last season's squad again committing themselves to Malvern. But Hunt is still on the look out for
YOUNGSTERS from Studley Community Infants School were the stars of the show when the Co-op opened its new £2.5million store in the village. To mark the occasion, store manager Mike Challacombe presented a £500 cheque to the school. Mr Challacombe said
MALVERN Town hold their penultimate pre-season friendly, when they entertain Midlands Alliance newcomers and last season's Express and Star West Midlands League Champions Westfields, at the Langland Stadium tomorrow (Saturday), 3pm kick-off. Town's final
PUPILS and staff at St Augustine's School will today bid farewell to a longstanding and well-loved member of staff who is retiring after more than 30 years service to the school. Anne Smith began her career as school secretary in 1974 and became a much
MALVERN Town have their first home friendly tomorrow (Saturday) when they entertain Shortwood United, from the Hellenic Premier League. The match kicks-off at 3pm and admission prices will be £2 and £1 concessions. Malvern then travel to Cinderford on
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A TENNIS player from Droitwich Spa has been selected to captain her country. Dee Smith, of Alexander Avenue, has been named skipper of the over 50s England team for the Home Nations Championships in Glasgow this weekend. Dee, who has represented the county
A NEW person has joined a vital Red Cross scheme which supports people struggling to cope after they have come out of hospital. Maggie Parker joined the Home from Hospital team in March as the assistant co-ordinator for Redditch and Bromsgrove. Home from
Bromyard: Births, marriages and deaths: Registrar J R Tringham and Supt Reg Mrs G Dovey, 1 Rowberry Street, 01432 260258. Births and Deaths - Mon, Wed, Friday, 11.30-1pm. Marriages - Mon, Wed, Friday, 9.15-11.15am. Ledbury: Births and deaths: Registrar
MALVERN Town have increased their gate prices for the first time in four years to meet rising referee costs. Town was one of 36 clubs that voted in the rise in referee's match-day fees and expenses at the recent West Midland Regional League annual meeting
County Field Officer Herefordshire and Worcestershire: Responsible for welfare and fundraising, including the Poppy Appeal. Mr A H Hartley-Woolley, 30 St Georges' Square, Worcester, 01905 29614. Bromyard: Mr J Davidson, 01885 483539. Barnards Green: Mr
MALVERN Town resume pre-season training next Tuesday and will be looking to build on last seasons sixth place and mount a meaningful Express and Star Premier Division Championship challenge. Town boss Neil Hunt is expected to retain the majority of last
MALVERN DISTRICT Chairman: Mr R E Becket, 01684 561424. District Commissioner: Mr Eddie Gover, 01886 832337. District Treasurer: Mr G Baker, 01684 567273. 1st Colwall: Mr K Lloyd, 01684 540623. 1st Cradley: The Old Rectory Room, GSL Mr C Roberts, 01886
MALVERN Town have announced a further three year first team sponsorship deal with Malvern Instruments Limited. Town enjoyed their highest ever finish in the Express & Star West Midlands Premier Division last season, finishing in sixth place. Town
A REDDITCH man has narrowly escaped jail after he admitted posing as one of his acquaintances to obtain £1,250 cash from HSBC bank. Quzam Shabir Ul-Hassan, 22, who is deaf and lives with his parents in Archer Road, went into the bank on three occasions
Angling Malvern: Mr M Perks, 11 Lechmere Crescent, 01684 561777. Upton: G Shinn, 23 Old Street, 01684 592102. Aikido Malvern Aikido Club: Ian Hollman, Wyche Institute Malvern Wells, 01684 561575. Archery Bromyard Bowman: Gillian Ison, 01885 482575. Manor
MALVERN Town recently held their presentation evening at the Langland Stadium Social Club, where Nick Clayton won the Club Person of the Year. The long serving Clayton played every match in a 50 game season and is the first player to win this award. Clayton
Langland Stadium, Langland Avenue, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 2EQ Tel: (01684) 574068. Formed 1947. Club officials General manager: Richard Anson. First team manager: Neil Hunt. Colours: Sky blue/claret shirts, sky blue shorts, sky blue socks. First
Community Action, Belle Vue Terrace, Malvern> Contact: Mike McKnight (01684 580638). Malvern Volunteer Centre, 3rd floor, 29-30 Belle Vue Terrace. Contact: Jo Jordan (01684 580638).
WORCESTERSHIRE County Federation: 11 Pierpoint Street, Worcester, 01905 22575. MALVERN GROUP Secretary: Contact County Federation, 01905 22575. Barnards Green: Mrs N Shaw, 01684 573318. Guarlford: Mrs J Cameron, 01684 310276. Link Top: Mrs M Secker, 01886
County Youth Services Worcestershire Youth Office: St Mary's Street, Worcester, 01905 765328. Youth in Bromyard: The Old Magistrates, Church Street, 01885 488269. Ledbury Youth Centre: Bye Street, 01531 632301. Malvern Youth Centre: Albert Road North,
Herefordshire administrator: Lucinda Rees, YFC Centre, Beech Business Park, Tillington Road, Hereford, 01432 274187 Worcestershire Co-ordinator: YFC Offices, Shires Farm, Hawford, 01905 621616, e-mail:sandy.bennett@farmersweekly.net Abberley: Richard
A CUT in funding may put some of the services provided by Redditch Citizens Advice Bureau in serious jeopardy. Last year, the bureau received £100,000 from Redditch Council but this year will get £90,000. When the council first announced the grant allocations
REDDITCH Community Arts Festival Event (CAFE) has launched an exciting new competition for pupils. With Big Brother's Steph Coldicott leading the effort, youngsters are invited to submit a painting or poem with a Redditch theme. A letter has now been
MORE than 70 pupils at Beoley First School can now feel a little safer after the village's Oakland International packaging firm presented them with high-visibility luminous vests. Headteacher Karen Surrall was delighted with the gift as she had long-standing
STAFF at St Faith's School were forced to cancel an end-of-term music event as a rampant stomach bug swept through the school. A Warwickshire County Council spokesman confirmed 'a considerable number' of people were affected by the bug and the school
TIE dying, pottery, dancing and a visit from a poet were just some of the activities on the Arts Week agenda at Webheath First School. On Friday, pupils at the Downsell Road school enjoyed a visit from Professor Barrie Wade, who read some of his poems
VANDALS have attacked a popular beauty spot in Alcester just months after it was given a makeover. They have destroyed one of the three tables in the picnic area next to the River Arrow nature reserve and set it alight with a plastic tray believed to
NEIGHBOURS fighting for safety improvements on a dangerous road in Alcester have stepped up their campaign. The Alcester Heath residents action group wants Warwickshire County Council to acknowledge the B4090, which runs past their homes, is a death trap
THE Palm Sunday procession from Arrow to Alcester proved as popular as ever this year. Led by Daisy the donkey, a small group left Holy Trinity Church but by the time it reached St Nicholas' Church, the numbers had grown considerably. Drivers looked on
RESIDENTS in Bidford are using the recycling bins in a supermarket car park as general rubbish skips. Stratford District Council has been criticised for not emptying the bins on the Budgens site often enough but according to one member of staff, it is
SOME of the region's most innovative and cutting-edge companies have been honoured at a glittering awards ceremony. The sixth annual Platinum Awards for Business Excellence were held last night at Malvern Theatres, in Malvern. About 170 people witnessed
A MOTHER'S dream to create a sensory garden for her blind five-year-old daughter has now come true thanks to a number of kind-hearted Redditch residents. After seven months in the planning, the garden in Mickleton Close, Oakenshaw, has finally been completed
A POLICEMAN from Redditch who works in Birmingham is gearing up to take part in the gruelling London Marathon. Pc Grant Moss, 44, from Webheath, is running on behalf of the Pertemps Employment Alliance to raise funds for its chosen charity - the Spinal
