POLICE in Worcestershire are turning to pedal power in a bid to become more effective and create better links with communities. Twenty-eight officers from West Mercia have completed a three-day training course at the force's headquarters in Hindlip Hall
SIR - Talking of birdsong, John Phillpott (October 28) my canary, Benji, who is nearly eight, hasn't whistled for quite a while. Is he on the way out - like me? GEORGE COWLEY, Worcester.
SIR - May I thank the Rotary Club of Kidderminster for their donation to the members of the Kidderminster Carers Group. This will enable us to enhance the support we are able to offer. MAGGIE PARKER, Worcestershire Association of Carers
HOW is my food being fried? That's the question people are being advised to ask by Worcestershire scientists when they buy takeaway food. This follows an investigation into levels of transunsaturated fatty acids (trans fats) in takeaways. Worcestershire
CANCER patients in Worcestershire are set to receive support to deal with the psychological effects of their illness for the first time. Worcestershire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust has been awarded £18,582 from the Christopher Whipp charitable
SIR - Whatever my experiences in the Second World War they were nothing by comparison with those of Sergeant Jack Wall and his generation. Nevertheless, I knew my moments of fear and more than once experienced traumatic stress that caused me to behave
ABBOTT Colin and Deborah nee Donohoe Would like to announce the birth of their beautiful daughter, Tilly Janie Marjorie Abbott. Born November 2nd at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, weighing 8lb 12ozs. A treasured sister for Kyle, Graydon and Bradley, Thomas
WEAVER Margaret Mary Linda would like to say a very heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended mum's funeral, sent beautiful flowers and cards, and the many lovely messages. Thank you also for your kind donations to Acorns Children's Hospice. to Cannon
MILNER Ray Treasured memories of a dearly beloved husband, very special dad and grandad. Still deeply loved. Paul, Mandy, Katy and Adam x Published in paper 04/11/2006
RAWLINGS Cath Dear Mum and Nan. A light went out one year today, which will never be replaced. We shed tears our hearts are broken to think we will never see you smile again. Your are always in our thoughts and dreams, If only we had more time together
HOBBS Thomas Tim Precious memories of a dearly loved father and grandfather. Love and miss you always. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember you. Margy, Gilly and Family. Love and remembrance of a dear brother, brother in law
BLOMFIELD Albert Alf Charles Left us three ago today. I can't get over losing you, No matter how I try. You will always live within my heart, Until the day I die. From loving wife Jean, sons Alan and Kevin and Families. God bless. Published in paper
ETHERIDGE Daniel Congratulations on achieving your 2.1 Degree BA Hons in Interactive Digital Media with IT. We are all very proud of you. Love, Mum, Dad, Ali, Nan Etheridge and Grandma Shinnie. Published in paper 04/11/2006
ROBINSON Edna On October 31st, peacefully at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, aged 82 years. For 60 years dearly loved wife of Reg, Mother of Valerie and Michael, loving grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be greatly missed by all her Family and
DOBSON James With love and best wishes on your 21st Birthday from Mum, Harriet and Gran. xxxxxx Published in paper 04/11/2006
MALTZAHN Margery In loving memory of a dear mum and nan. Marg, Simon and Andrew. Published in paper 04/11/2006
SALTER Hilda Topsy One year today on November 5th you were taken away from me. Sadly missed by loving husband Brian and Family. Published in paper 04/11/2006
HIAMS Reuben Henry Passed away November 4th, 1992. Much loved husband, dad and grandad. Fondly remembered by Millie, Gill, Chris, Suzy and Anna. Published in paper 04/11/2006
RAWLINGS Cath Loving memories of a dear mum and nan, who fell asleep one year today. A silent tear. Wishing you were still here. Forever in our hearts and thoughts. Cathy, Daniel and Calvin. xxx Published in paper 04/11/2006
BATES Lilian Rose Eleven years ago today, You fell asleep. In my Heart, In my mind, You are always with me. Husband Alfie. Published in paper 04/11/2006
WITH bonfire night fast approaching, residents in the counties have been urged to have fun but to keep safe. Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service has warned that fireworks cause hundreds of avoidable injuries each year. Chris Blake, group
ONCE, it was the disease that no one wanted to talk about. For many people, it was too awful to contemplate, invariably a death sentence and one prefaced by no small degree of suffering. Thanks to medical science, this is no longer the case. Society
SIR - Because I have gout in both feet, I hired a taxi for an appointment with the doctor. The taxi company I hired was 25 minutes late arriving, which made me anxious that I would miss my appointment. After seeing the doctor, the receptionist ordered
REMEMBER, remember the fifth of November - let's hope for all the right reasons and not the nightmare that happened to one horse owner last year. The woman kept her three animals in a field some way from her home and was unaware a private bonfire party
VANDALS took advantage of a lack of CCTV in Worcester city centre to smash the windows of two shops, claim the managers of the stores. The people in charge of The Sony Centre and Milletts, which are next door to each other in The Shambles, are angry
SIR - After at least 10 years, the serious subject of global warming has now belatedly come to the top of the news items. The latest suggestion to cure it is to tax us until our ears bleed and stop us using and eating everything we need or want, that
