RICHARD Walker ensured Hereford United are still without a League Two win on their travels since the opening day of the season. The former Aston Villa striker struck twice within a crazy minute midway through the second-half tonight to earn a 2-1 success
WORCESTER Warriors' director of rugby John Brain has rung the changes for the EDF Energy Cup pool D' match against Northampton at Franklin's Gardens on Saturday (1.30pm). Brain has rested nearly all the players who have been at the forefront of the club's
WE all know we have had a bad start to the season but we are making steady, slow progress and we have got to keep doing that. Now is not the time to panic! Saturday's match at Bath was a really tough game. I spoke to a few of the Bath guys and they
WORCESTERSHIRE captain Vikram Solanki has celebrated guiding his side to twin promotions by penning a new two-year extension to his contract. The England batsman, who steered the County to promotion from the second tiers of the Liverpool Victoria County
A YOUNG Worcester tennis player has left for Spain to help fulfil her ambition of being a world star. Jazzamay Drew, 12, will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Steffi Graf, Boris Becker and Anna Kournikova by training with German coach Klaus Hofsass
CHAIRMAN Dave Boddy has underlined the importance of an FA Cup run to Worcester City. The St George's Lane club enjoyed remarkable success in the competition last season, eventually losing 1-0 to Huddersfield in the second round proper live on Match
WEST Worcestershire MP Sir Michael Spicer has asked Secretary of State for Health Patricia Hewitt if she will make a statement on the future of Malvern's proposed new community hospital. Sir Michael said: "My view has always been that the future of the
FUND-RAISER Mark Grooms, of Blakefield Road, St John's, Worcester, is due to have the name of the charity that he is currently raising money for shaved into his hair. Mr Grooms is undertaking a series of sponsored walks to raise funds for the city-based
WITH the nights starting to draw in it can be tempting to retreat into the comfort of your armchair, but the British Heart Foundation (BHF) has a better suggestion for making the most of the colder months - become a BHF volunteer. The charity is urgently
SIR - It is a bit arrogant of the USA and Britain to impose democracy on others. The Muslims have a point, we Westerners do have lax sexual morals. GEORGE COWLEY, Worcester.
SIR - It was nice to see a picture of Prince Charles swinging the cricket bat. With a swing like that it appears he could be playing baseball or rounders. Perhaps someone should tell him, you play cricket with a straight bat. JOHN SHEARON, Worcester
ONE of the few remaining traditional plum orchards in the Vale of Evesham has been rescued, thanks to a £13,700 award from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF). The grant means the Worcestershire Wildlife Trust (WWT) will be able to set to work restoring
SIR - I know waiting rooms at the doctors, dentists and hospitals usually produce piles of old magazines, but taking my sister to Kidderminster hospital for physio, I thought this was a bit too much on reading one from 1989! EUNICE WILLIAMS, Droitwich
THE public looks set to have a say about the future of Throckmorton airfield, near Pershore. Wychavon District Coun-cil's Development Control committee has been recommended to approve the publication of a consultation supplementary planning document
A SMALL change to the rail service between Worcester and London is making a big difference to passengers using the Cotswold line. A new piece of equipment installed by Network Rail at Worcester means trains from London can now terminate at Foregate Street
PELL Norman Peacefully at home after a long illness on September 22nd, 2006, aged 81 years. Loving husband of Mabel, dearest father to Dennis, Stuart, Jennie and the late Neil, dearly loved grandfather of Sarah, Andrew, Tommy and Richard. Funeral Service
HUTCHINSON William Bill Died on September 26th, aged 86 at home in Storrington, West Sussex. Late Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry and Worcester. Father of Yvonne and Anne, brother of Dorothy, Geoff and Reg. 'It's last post' Bill. Published in paper
LANE Daisy Of Winchester Avenue. Passed away peacefully on September 23rd, 2006, aged 87 years. Beloved wife to Victor, mother to Alan and Philip, also a much loved mother in law, grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium
TRIGG Ethel Etty In loving memory of a dear wife, mum and nan. Passed away ten long and lonely years yesterday, September 26th, 1996. Always in our thoughts. Will never stop loving you. Husband Les, Philip and Norman and Families Published in
HAYWOOD Reg Too dearly loved to be forgotten. Rest in peace Bett and Family. God Bless. Published in paper 27/09/2006
Romna II Moorfield Road Alcester Tel: 01789 765430 WHY struggle with that turkey when you can get an award-winning chef to do it for you? That's what's on offer at Alcester's Romna II restaurant, where owner Mish Rahman is offering customers a five-course
The Roebuck Birmingham Road Alcester Tel: 01789 762410 AFTER 15 years at The Roebuck, Ralph and Lynnette Lamb know just what makes their customers happy. And this year looks like being just as busy as the previous ones, with bookings already being taken
Summer Palace Birmingham Road, Mappleborough Green Tel: 01527 857118 or 854770 TRADITIONAL Chinese cooking using the best ingredients - surely there can't be a better reason for visiting Summer Palace this Christmas. The restaurant has built up a loyal
WHEN you're spraying on self-tan, you don't automatically think computers, but the technology of a Worcester company is helping sun goddesses - and gods -- look good all over the world. When market leader Beauty Source Ltd wanted a client relationship
JULIE HARRIES talks to a couple who returned a cottage, in the family for generations, from dereliction and all on a budget. Read on overleaf . . . A LOT of emphasis has been put on our heritage in recent years, with hundreds of people researching their
The Chamber of Commerce Herefordshire and Worcestershire is approaching its 200th anniversary, but far from looking backwards has its sights firmly fixed on the future. The chamber is re-focusing, looking forward and strengthening its position as the
The recent signing of a UK company to design the new multi-billion pound international airport in China is testament to the potential for business in the world's most populous country. China is enjoying phenomenal growth and is now the sixth largest economy
BUSINESS is all about making the right connections and the forthcoming Business Solutions Day is shaping up to be just the ticket. Incorporating a business exhibition, workshops and a networking breakfast and lunch, the Chamber of Commerce South Worcestershire
1. Crombie (£70), denim jacket (£40), long sleeve casual shirt (£25), trousers (£30) and shoes (£45) from Burton. Stockists: 0845 214514/www.evans.co.uk. 2. Single breasted black/brown Donegal jacket (£199), non-iron dark red Bengal stripe shirt (£49.95
Why are Commercial Property investments so popular? Commercial property investment has always been popular in the UK, but with interest rates rising and yields dropping on residential property investments, investor interest has turned to the commercial
ROYAL Worcester and celebrity chef Jamie Oliver have joined forces to scoop a major award. Jamie's mugs have picked up the Best Licensed Housewares or Tabletop Range at the Licensing Awards 2006, held at the Lancaster Hotel, London. More than 2,000 products
Professional garden designer Alison Bridge offers expert advice on making the most of your green space. This time, she explains which plants can cope best with drought conditions. After an exceptionally hot July with record temperatures, many gardens
HAVING offices or workshops in beautiful rural locations in Worcestershire or Herefordshire is all very well, but farmers and business tenants occupying converted farm buildings are set for a substantial rise in business rates unless action is taken to
Stella McCartney has turned her talents to redesigning a bank account card. The fashion designer's swirling blue pattern was developed for private bank Coutts & Co. Her aim was to combine the "intricacies" of a banknote with aspects of the British
Imagine coming home after a hard day's work and winding down in your very own hot tub. Sounds too good to be true? Not any more. From entry level models to top of the range versions, there's a hot tub to suit every setting and budget. Hot tubs are by
When a couple decide to marry, one of the earlier decisions they will need to make is what sort of wedding they want. At the heart of this decision is whether the actual ceremony will be a religious one, taking place in a church, or a civil one, taking
CHAPMAN - JONES Louise Stephanie Chapman, only daughter of James and Jacqueline Chapman of Kingswinford, married Steven Carl Jones, only son of the late Colin and Eileen Jones of Wrexham, at St Mary's Church in Kingswinford on August 4. The bride was
THIS year sees the Institute of Advanced Motorists celebrating its 50th anniversary, with a host of events held nationally and locally. Launched in June 1956, the organisation was set up to improve driving standards, promote road safety, and establish
With autumn just around the corner it's time to start thinking about keeping the kids wrapped up warm! To make things a little easier the Kingfisher Shopping Centre in Redditch has put together a great selection of outfits to give you a few ideas, including
At a glance Model: Jaguar XK8 Convertible, £64,955. XK8 from £58,995. Engine: 4.2-litre V8 petrol unit developing 300bhp. Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission, driving rear wheels. Performance: Maximum speed 155mph, 0-60mph 6.0 seconds. CO2 emissions
When you're looking for a digital camera, the key indicator for image reproduction is the megapixel measurement. The more pixels, the sharper the print will be and the bigger you'll be able to make it as it simply means there are more dots per inch so
BUY A GIFT FOR CHARITY Online retailer Buyagift.com has unveiled a limited-edition version of its Deluxe Makeover Experience gift box for Breast Cancer Awareness Month - the company will donate 50 per cent of the retail price (£49.99) of the rebranded
While a sensible skincare regime can prevent many skin problems such as blocked pores, dehydration or sun damage, there are certain issues that can only be resolved with professional treatment. Springhill Clinic specialises in permanent blemish removal
August 30 saw another very successful Ladies' Lunch at Kateshill House in Bewdley, with 117 ladies in attendance. The event this time took the form of a Champagne Race Day, and the ladies dressed accordingly, complete with fascinating hats that wouldn't
Epic' Brasserie has once again been listed in the Michelin Eating Out in Pubs Guide, available now from good bookshops priced £14.99. The prestigious publication deems Epic' to be one of the best pubs serving good food in the UK and Ireland, and is sure
Built in 1913, the Palace Theatre in Redditch is a building of national significance - and over the past 12 months, a major refurbishment project has restored this historic venue to its former glory. The grand re-opening on April 22 was the culmination
There's an old Italian expression, "See Naples and die" - the implication being that once you've experienced the city there's nothing much left to do in life, so you might as well pop it. Finding ourselves in the terrifying anarchy of Neapolitan traffic
RANDSTAD Employment Bureau, a Sunday Times Top 100 Company, is pleased to be officially sponsoring this years Worcester News Job Fair. Randstad has traded in the local market of Worcester for more than four years. They currently work with a number of
Worcester News AC Selection Mayfair Coaching Practice Westaff (UK) Ltd JobCentre Plus WTCS Worcester College of Technology bpi.consumer VMB Randstad UK Early Years and Childcare Service Peach Recruitment Stonham CV Quest Army Royal Navy/Royal Marines
WILLIAMS Roland Passed away peacefully at the Macmillan Unit, Evesham, after a long illness on September 24th, 2006, aged 86 years. Beloved husband to Irene, father to Barry, also grandfather to Gareth and Joanna and great grandfather to Kieran. The funeral
WINTLE Kathleen Passed away peacefully at Bromyard Community Hospital on September 22nd, 2006, aged 89 years. Dear wife of the late Frederick, a dearly missed mother of daughters Julie, Karen and Jennifer. She will be sadly missed by all her grandchildren
LLEWELLYN Agnes To a wonderful mom and nan. A second Christmas without you here. Close to our hearts we still hold you dear. Two years today. Wrap up warm, we can still hear you say. We miss you. For you touched us in a way only an
AINGEL Ronald Edwin 1933 - 2005 Sadly missed for twelve months. Pain so deep, We will meet again one day. Looking after Mom. Goodnight, God bless. Love Keith. xx Published in paper 27/09/2006
Huggies 12 Market Place Redditch Tel: 01527 596283 DAVID Hughes certainly likes a challenge. The businessman, born and bred in Redditch, opened Huggies less than six months ago but has already seen the place turned into a beach and play host to a troupe
Arden Tandoori 137 High Street Henley-in-Arden Tel: 01564 792503 SIR Cliff Richard and Chris Tarrant are just two of the celebrities who have enjoyed dining out at Arden Tandoori. But you too could experience the star treatment this Christmas when the
IT was a night of glamour and glitz when Hereford Round Table held its summer ball on a Las Vegas theme. Sponsored by allpay.net, the event took place at Lyde Arrundle, the home of Round Tabler Rob Watkins. Entertainment include an aerobatics display
The maker of Clover and Country Life has announced plans to sell most of its operations which make own-branded cheeses for supermarkets to farmer-owned dairy business First Milk for £61.9m. Dairy Crest said it would shift its focus to developing its own
Regardless of what industry we are in, there is no doubt we're all concerned about looking after our customers. Attracting business in the first place may be difficult enough, but are we doing everything we can to hold on to those customers to ensure
TYRRELLS Potato Chips has clinched a deal to reach new European markets in Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg. The entrepreneurial Leominster company, which is the only crisp-maker in the UK to grow its own potatoes and turn them into crisps on the
When Sue Riches declared that surviving breast cancer would be the catalyst for changing her life, she was as good as her word. But not for Sue a mere job change - she met her own challenge head-on by trekking to the North Pole and writing a best-selling
Wombourne may lay claim to being the largest village in England, but despite a large population increase over the last century, it remains very much a traditional English village with its historic character still in evidence. The village green serves
Readers who appreciate the rich history of this county will be pleased to learn that a unique and ancient Worcestershire building has been restored to its original glory. Church House Areley Kings, built in 1536, is the only original Church House left
THE head of Worcestershire-based supply chain specialist TM Logistics of Martley has been elected chairman of the Transport Association, the national self-help network of established hauliers. TML group chief executive officer Stephen Taylor has been
Laing Homes (West Midlands) has been granted full planning permission for an exclusive £7.5 million development in the picture-postcard village of Inkberrow. Barley Meadows is a development of contemporary but sympathetically-designed and spacious family
Come on, Pat Children's media group Entertainment Rights is looking for Postman Pat and Basil Brush to lead it back into profit. The owner of children's characters and brands reported pre-tax losses of £3.5m for the six months to June 30, compared with
Translating as "fine home", Casa Fina certainly lives up to its name - the treasure-trove of furnishings and giftware on offer at this exceptional shop on the Pedmore Road continues to inspire customers to add an extra-special touch to their homes. Every
Foods group RHM has warned that a softer performance at its Bisto gravy division would have an impact on first-half results. The group said the culinary brands arm, which also includes Sharwood's Asian sauces, Robertson's jam and Paxo stuffing mixes,
No longer the only source of heating in homes, fires and fireplaces aren't usually judged in terms of competence and adequacy these days - yet they're once again at the top of the list of desirable features. A fireplace puts heart into a house, and flickering
Companies which opt to run along the same lines as a partnership often use shareholder agreements. So do corporate partners in joint business ventures. The Articles of Association regulate the majority of a limited company's management and internal affairs
The autumn-winter collection from Mandolin features key seasonal trends such as sweater dresses, city shorts, skinny jeans and fancy blouses, creating an overall impression of urban sophistication. Layering is important, with long knits and cute chiffon
With over twenty years of hairdressing experience and now two luxurious salons in the Midlands, Gillis Rowland know a thing or two about hair and beauty, and how to appeal to their clients. The company's stunning new 4,500-square-foot salon is set in
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, when breast cancer charities aim to get people across the country involved in fundraising activities and increase awareness about detection and treatment of the disease. With 41,000 women diagnosed with breast
After 31 years spent working in many different areas of education, helping young people to improve their reading and writing skills, Christine Arter retired and set herself up as a Consultant Reading Specialist, offering Individual Learning Support. She
The new Radisson SAS Hotel in Birmingham opened in January in the city's newest landmark building. The first class 211-room hotel is spread over the first 18 floors of the 39-storey, 400ft Beetham Tower - a stunning curved structure sheathed in turquoise
There are few treats that tantalise the tastebuds as much as chocolate, and all the better if it's hand-made - which is very much the philosophy of Chocolate Deli in Hanbury. Based at the Jinney Ring Craft Centre, the shop offers a varied selection of
The RSC's festival of Shakespeare grows ever more all-encompassing this season, with unusual adaptations, new works written in response to some of the Bard's classics, and even a performance of Hamlet involving no actors at all! Elsewhere, ballet fans
Wednesday November 29 - Friday December 30 The Birmingham Rep presents ALICE IN WONDERLAND: A MUSICAL. Monday December 4 - Sunday December 31 A magical production of PETER PAN at the Palace Theatre, Redditch. Tuesday December 5 - Saturday December 30
When Robin Holder decided to give up his job and become a full-time artist four years ago, he was determined that there would be no half measures, and this pragmatic approach has generated much success - no "struggling artist" clichs here. "It was a leap
Traditional to a golfing 'tee' is the splendid Blackwell course tucked away in north Worcestershire's rolling, wooded countryside, and at the same time quite a number of other words beginning with 't' demonstrate what it is all about. It's a treasure
Lee Hanson gives us his own very personal insight into the Spanish property-owning experience. I'm still not sure where the idea came from, but like most of my wife's initiatives that involve parting with a substantial sum of money, I'm sure that my initial
The average person hasn't quite figured out that diesel cars can be sexy. But then, the Alfa Romeo Brera 2.4 JTDM isn't the sort of car for the average person. The 2.4-litre JTDM at the heart of the diesel version of this car is an ultra-modern MultiJet
BBT THERMOTECHNOLOGY UK Ltd is part of the Thermotechnik Division of Bosch and has been manufacturing gas and oil-fired boilers in the UK for more than 40 years. The company is one of several well-established local businesses to be exhibiting at the Jobs
IN the brief time since opening its doors nearly a year ago, Indigo Pink has developed a reputation for excellence. Due to client and candidate requests, Indigo Pink has now launched a dynamic and fast-growing temporary recruitment desk and owner Celinda
IF you are looking for the job of your dreams you will find it at Worcester's biggest and most prestigious careers fair. Starting tomorrow is the eighth Worcester News Jobs & Careers Fair - the second this year - and such is the demand from both employers
THE Jobs and Careers Fair is not just for job-hungry youngsters, but for the young at heart looking to take a new direction in life. Andrea Williams, from Worcestershire Early Years and Childcare Service, said a lot of people believed childcare was a
ARMY recruitment in Worcestershire is proving strong with another group of youngsters taking the oath of allegiance. Just weeks after the Worcester News highlighted 18 youngsters who had chosen to join the armed forces, another group of 10 - nine males
MID-Worcestershire MP Peter Luff is stepping up his campaign to ensure the noise problems from the M5 in his constituency, between Junctions 7, at Whittington, and 5, Droitwich, are dealt with as soon as possible. Following recent confirmation from the
WORCESTER Wolves director of basketball Mick Donovan says home support is vital to his side's British Basketball League aspirations. Wolves' inaugural BBL campaign gets under way at home to Plymouth Raiders on Saturday (7pm) and Donovan is hoping for
SIR - About 12 months ago, I replaced an old analogue TV with a shiny new digital one. It has a good picture, but transmission is far from perfect. At the critical moment in dialogues and stories, the picture freezes or breaks up. Both BBC and ITV are
SIR - I am sure there are many beautiful ladies in European countries, including Britain. May I congratulate David Andrews on being married to a beautiful Spanish lady, although I have never been blessed with the marital state myself, (Letters, September
AMONG the greatest of the contributions this county makes to the life of the nation is the amount of food it produces. The agricultural scene is one of immense productivity and also great beauty, too. Over the last decade, it has also been an aspect
THE head of Worcestershire-based supply chain specialist TM Logistics of Martley has been elected chairman of the Transport Association, the national self-help network of established hauliers. TML group chief executive officer Stephen Taylor has been
ROYAL Worcester and celebrity chef Jamie Oliver have joined forces to scoop a major award. Jamie's mugs have picked up the Best Licensed Housewares or Tabletop Range at the Licensing Awards 2006, held at the Lancaster Hotel, London. More than 2,000
HAVING offices or workshops in beautiful rural locations in Worcestershire or Herefordshire is all very well, but farmers and business tenants occupying converted farm buildings are set for a substantial rise in business rates unless action is taken to
BUSINESS is all about making the right connections and the forthcoming Business Solutions Day is shaping up to be just the ticket. Incorporating a business exhibition, workshops and a networking breakfast and lunch, the Chamber of Commerce South Worcestershire
TYRRELLS Potato Chips has clinched a deal to reach new European markets in Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg. The entrepreneurial Leominster company, which is the only crisp-maker in the UK to grow its own potatoes and turn them into crisps on
The recent signing of a UK company to design the new multi-billion pound international airport in China is testament to the potential for business in the world's most populous country. China is enjoying phenomenal growth and is now the sixth largest
WHEN you're spraying on self-tan, you don't automatically think computers, but the technology of a Worcester company is helping sun goddesses - and gods - look good all over the world. When market leader Beauty Source Ltd wanted a client relationship
A REVIEW of CCTV in the Malvern Hills has called for changes to the system. The district council began introducing CCTV in 1997, first to cover the main shopping area of Great Malvern. The second phase in 2003, saw cameras in another two shopping areas
KING'S Hawford Junior School, Worcester, has begun a new term welcoming a new headteacher. Jim Turner, aged 50, joins the school after nine years as head of the junior school at Sunderland High School. The father-of-four said: "You get to the point
A MAJOR festival designed to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of Edward Elgar will be guaranteed against losses of up to £8,000 by the city council. The cash pledge has been promised to make sure the event, planned for June 2007, goes ahead
BIG-hearted Kidderminster people dug deep into their pockets to raise more than £3,000 for charities at this year's town carnival, in Brinton Park. The Acorns Children's Hospice in Worcester, which cares for youngsters with life-limiting conditions,
HEREFORDSHIRE Council has agreed to put on ice its proposed purchase of the former headquarters of Bulmers after the cider maker reported strong sales due to the recent hot weather and successful marketing. The council has plans to rationalise its large
A GROUP of almost 50 Yummy Mummies from Worcestershire have raised more than £1,600 for a charity that supports families whose lives have affected by childhood cancer. The event, at The Swan, in Whittington, near Worcester, was organised by mums Louise
ANYONE who has considered having a go at writing a short story or a poem but never dared to put pen to paper is being given the chance to try creative writing. The Workers' Educational Association (WEA) is starting a new course in Worcester at the Angel
THE keys to the new £5.25m St Richard's Hospice were officially handed over by builders this week, heralding the future of specialist palliative care for Worcester-shire people living with cancer and other illnesses. Accepting the ceremonial keys to
SEPTUAGENARIAN Les Hillier made a splash for cash for St Richard's Hospice, swimming 56 lengths in just half an hour in his own swimathon. The 71-year-old from the Blackpole area of Worcester is a lifelong keen swimmer and completed 1,400 metres at Droitwich
HUNDREDS of hotel guests and golf enthusiasts have been left in limbo after a prominent business went into administration. The Bank House Hotel and golf and country club in Bransford, near Worcester, is in trouble after its parent firm, the Swallow Group
A 600-year-old mystery could be unravelled when a highly acclaimed play is staged at Worcester Cathedral. Next week The Worcester Pilgrim, staring Robert Lister, David Hargreave and Andy Hockley will bring the true story of a traveller to life. In 1987
A MOTORIST is bewildered by a barrage of parking fines that claim he has been in parking illegally in London. Despite the fact David Stanley, of Spetchley Road, Worcester, has never even driven in London he has received a number of letters demanding
This week is National Leukaemia Awareness Week, and one young Worcester woman, who has battled with a form of the illness for the last nine years, explains how she has coped DANCING away to Elton John's biggest hits along with thousands of other
CHILDREN across the county are being fed controversial meat products in school dinners unknown to themselves and their parents. A Freedom of Information request to Worcestershire County Council revealed 38 primary, 18 middle and 20 high schools routinely
AN historic city park could look very different in years to come and Worcester News readers can help shape its future. Fort Royal Park has been put firmly on the city council agenda this autumn, as the authority revealed a bid is being drawn up for national
THE looming public debate on the future of Fort Royal Park will inevitably reflect a broad spectrum of Worcester opinion. Some people will favour an accent on the historical, whereas there will be those who might want to see this green oasis perched above
SIR - I am so pleased I left Worcester some three years ago to live in Herefordshire as I no longer have to shop at Tesco. Here we have a choice of Waitrose, Morrisons, Lidl, Aldi, Sainsburys and from next month, Asda. This is apart from many small private
SIR - Here we go again. Some Muslims' answer to all opinions is to violently demonstrate and hurl abuse and threats and burn effigies. What is the Muslim nation hiding, because if their religion is so sound and the beliefs of the everyday Muslim so loyal
SIR - With reference to L Spiteri's letter of September 6 about the British car industry, I hate to say it, but Rover collapsed because for decades it was badly run and the unions prevented modernisation until it was too late. If you drive past the Longbridge
