TWO brothers who have been living in a campervan for the past three months have finally got a roof over their head. But the men, one of whom is severely mentally and physically handicapped - were not helped by the council to find a house but by an anonymous
NEW boy Alexei Kervezee has been included in the Netherlands' 15-man squad for next month's Cricket World Cup in the Caribbean. The 17-year-old all-rounder, who signed for Worcestershire at the end of last season, will be hoping to figure for the Dutch
ANDY Preece wants his players to cut out the mistakes that cost them dearly against Vauxhall Motors. City were made to pay for individual errors on Monday night as they let 2-0 and 3-2 leads slip to draw 3-3 with Vauxhall Motors at St George's Lane.
HEREFORD United are not out for revenge against Barnet, insists coach John Trewick. The Bulls take on the North London side tomorrow for the first time since losing 3-0 at Underhill last August. That remains one of Hereford's worst performances in their
A MOBILITY scooter has been stolen from a disabled woman in a "despicable" crime. The £500 scooter used by the Worcester woman, who has not been named, was stolen from outside her Middle Street home earlier today. It was discovered missing at 1.35pm
PEOPLE concerned about anti-social behaviour in a village near Worcester have called a meeting to discuss the problem. At Kempsey Parish Council meeting, a group of villagers said they had endured numerous incidents of disorder, including vandalism
A WOMAN who was found guilty of making £1,300 of unpaid phone calls has been asked to pay BT money back. Kaylee Davies, of Back Lane South, off The Tything, Worcester, has also been given a three-year conditional discharge after she was found guilty
Police found cannabis valued at £500 hidden in the loft of a house after executing a search warrant. Kerry Richards admitted buying the drugs three days earlier to share with her partner Simon Burn. They both smoked up to 10 cannabis cigarettes a day
AN advanced driving course will be held to mark the 30th anniversary of a motoring organisation. The course, which has places for up to 30 young drivers aged under 26, will mark the milestone for the volunteer Worcestershire Group of Advanced Motorists
A NEW lifebelt could be bought for a village near Worcester. At Monday's Kempsey Parish Council meeting, Councillor Neville Brookes asked if a lifebelt could be bought for the Rocky - a conservation area off Church Street, where there is a stream. "
PENSIONERS facing eviction from their mobile home have won a stay of execution. Deane and Pat Fitton admitted failing to comply with an eviction order at Worcester Magistrates Court yesterday. They were given a conditional discharge but ordered to pay
SMOKERS at a pub near Worcester need not be out in the cold when the new smoking ban is introduced later in the year. The Union Pub Company has applied for planning permission to build a single-storey extension and beer garden, complete with additional
WOMEN cyclists are being warned to be on their guard following a series of handbag thefts. On the Monday, February 5, a woman was cycling along Bishop's Meadow, Hereford, at about 7.10pm when another cyclist grabbed a shopping bag containing her handbag
EIGHT affordable homes with a range of eco-friendly design features can be built in Bransford, near Worcester. Plans for two and three-bedroom homes for rent and shared occupation on a site next to the golf driving range of the Bank House Hotel and
Children have been getting creative and exploring the theme of light and shade in Worcester over half-term this week. About 30 children aged between five and 11 have turned up to the Worcester Arts Workshop every day this week to take part in a variety
OLDER drivers with medical conditions have been warned they must ensure they are driving legally. Age Concern Worcester has reminded drivers they are required to keep the DVLA and insurance companies informed about illnesses that could potentially impair
EVESHAM United boss Paul West is waiting to see how his team copes without the services of Richard Ball. Ball, a prolific marksman in 120 appearances for the Robins, signed for Nationwide North outfit Redditch United in a four-figure deal this week.
THE final phase of a 20-year restoration of Worcester Cathedral can start thanks to a £69,000 grant. The money, which will pay for work to start on the restoration of the cloisters, is from English Heritage and the Wolfson Foundation. Across the country
A DISTRICT council has raised concerns about the proposed break up of the Pershore Group of Colleges. Plans to merge Pershore's campus with Warwickshire College, and its Holme Lacy site with Hereford College of Technology went out to consultation last
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers could be boosted by the return of three keys players for their crunch match with fellow Conference play-off hopefuls Exeter City tomorrow. Iyseden Christie, Gavin Hurren and Jeff Kenna are all in contention for a starting place
STOURPORT Swifts boss Phil Mullen insists his team will not get carried away after recording a welcome moment of success. Swifts are third from bottom in Southern League Division One Midlands and have only won twice since November 25. But they held
BROMSGROVE Rovers manager Rod Brown believes his side still has what it takes to win automatic promotion. Rovers are currently seven points behind Southern League Division One Midlands leaders Brackley Town but saw the Northamptonshire side slip up in
WESTFIELDS are looking to extend their impressive run when third-placed Barwell visit in the Midland Alliance tomorrow (3pm). The Herefordshire side have won their last three home matches and are unbeaten in their last six league games. Chief executive
BROMYARD will be looking to continue their recent good form when bottom club Ludlow Town visit Delahay Meadow tomorrow (3pm). Bromyard have doubts over Tony McLean and Adam Ward, both with foot injuries, but Andy Crowther should return for the important
A care worker has been found guilty of assaulting a 101-year-old woman at a nursing home in Worcestershire. Angelina Manuel was given a 12-month conditional discharge for slapping the leg of Elizabeth Woodward, who suffers from dementia. The 49-year-old
THE M5 ground to a halt this morning after a lorry caught fire during rush hour. The whole motorway was closed around 9am when the lorry caught alight on the southbound carriageway between junctions five and six. But a Highways Agency spokeswoman said
A MAJOR campaign has been launched to reduce the noise nuisance of the M5 motorway near Droitwich. At a public meeting arranged by the Droitwich Spa Civic Society, Worcestershire county councillors Pam Davey and Margaret Rowley agreed to lead the campaign
BELL Steve Thelma would like to thank everyone for the beautiful flowers and cards, also donations received. Also thanks to E J Gumery & Son andReverend Dunar. God bless. Thelma. Published in paper 15/02/2007
ALLSOPP June Passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 11th, 2007. A dearly loved mother and grandmother, beloved wife of the late Bryan. Together again, never to be parted.You will be forever in our thoughts. Bill, Sandra, Steve, Karen, Kate, Warren
MASON Olive On February 12th 2007, peacefully, aged 86 years. Much loved wife of the late Arthur, dear mum to Ann and Wilf, mother in law to Stephen and Ingrid and a devoted nan to Andrew, Craig and Adam. She will be sadly missed by all her Family and
HANLEY Emma Rose Treasured memories of a dear mother. Remembered always by Daughters and Sons in law. Published in paper 15/02/2007
COMPLETELY new from stem to stern,Honda's astounding new 2007 CBR600RR launches a blistering assault on the roads and tracks of Europe with a sleek and slippery new, aerodynamically designed race-ready form. It has a lighter and more powerful new 600cc
SMALL it may be but the Matiz citycar is of big importance for Chevrolet. More than 1.3 million examples of this car's predecessor now pound roads around the globe with up to 75 per cent of buyers being women. The latest version then,must improve on this
NAMING a car after the Greek word for "beautiful" may be tempting fate a little but Chevrolet's little Kalos supermini has proved able to carry off the badge. The Chevy badge may not be familiar in Britain but the car already is, establishing a useful
THE all-new Vauxhall Corsa was last month named Car of the Year at the 30th annual motoring "Oscars", the What Car? Car of the Year Awards sponsored by the RAC. The Corsa beat 14 category winners to take the top trophy at a glittering ceremony held at
THE new MINI hatch line-up will soon be complete, when the new MINI One and MINI Cooper D models are unveiled to the public at the International GenevaMotor Show on 8 March 2007. The entry-level One features a perky 95hp 1.4-litre petrol engine, while
SOMETIMES, a new car comes along which literally takes your breath away. This is the case with Hyundai's latest version of its much-loved Coupe, which was launched last month. The new Coupe SIII, so called because it is the third incarnation of the Coupe
MAZDA vehicles are the most reliable in the motor industry, according to one of the world's largest ever studies into car reliability, carried out by leading personal warranty specialists, Warranty Direct. In the light of this recent accolade, local Mazda
THE car glistened on the drive, rain rolling off its slick black paintwork. The snow may have melted but torrential rain and a steady thaw had left the roads flooded and left me stranded with nowhere to drive. It was pure agony. You see the sporty turbo
EARLY 2007 will see the launch of a multitude of new BMW models and Life cycle improvements and all will be available to view and test drive at Robert Stern, your local BMW dealer at their spring model launch on March 24. The event will see the introduction
Auris is a new name for an allnew Toyota, a family hatchback designed, developed and engineered for the European market. The best selling models will be built in Europe too,with the most popular models coming from Toyota's Burnaston factory near Derby
It was in the 1930s that Peugeot started the innovative concept of the Coup Cabriolet, with the 401, 601 and 402 "Eclipse". This concept was to become one of Peugeot's trademark features and today's cars, the 206 and 307 CC have made the marque the No1
SCOTT Florence Edna Passed away peacefully in her sleep at home, on February 9th 2007, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late George Scott. Much loved mom of Glen, Carol and Graham and mother in law to Rose, Gerald, Cazzie and Delphine. Funeral service
PRATT Mick Suddenly on February 13th, 2007, aged 70 years. Beloved husband of Val and dearest father to Tracey, loving grandfather to Joshua and Thomas and brother to Jean. Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium on Tuesday, February 20th at 2 p.m. Family
BRUNGER John Ex Archdales employee. Passed away suddenly at his home on February 9th 2007, aged 77 years. Beloved husband of Susan. Dearly loved father of Michael and Philip. Also a much loved father in law and grandfather, who will be sadly missed by
EVANS Pamela Joy Passed peacefully away at her home on February 9th, 2007. Dearly loved wife of John and loving mother of Caroline, Jennie and Gemma. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Tuesday, February 20th at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only please
HARPER Roy Peacefully in hospital on February 13th, 2007, aged 81 years. Dear husband Leslie, father of Beverley, grandfather of Grace and Sam. Greatly missed by the Griffith Family, especially Cameron. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium at1 p.m
ORR Doris Geoff, Jeffrey and Bernie wish to thank everyone who attended the service and for all the cards and flowers received in their recent sad loss. Special thanks to all Staff on Maple Ward for all their care, also many thanks to Kate at Bedwardine
HARRIS Antoinette Toni John and the Family thank everyone for the beautiful cards, letters and messages of sympathy received following their sad loss. Also to extend their sincere thanks to those who attended the funeral, and for the donations so generously
ARNOLD STRINGER Natalie and David Congratulations on the Birth of Charles Gareth, born February 3rd, 2007 at 7.45 a.m.,weighing 10lbs. Love always,Mum and Dad.xx Published in paper 15/02/2007
DAVIS Gladys Mary In loving memory of a dear departed mother and friend. Always in our thoughts, especially by son Alec, sister in law Lily and Relatives. Published in paper 15/02/2007
WILLIAMS Ron Fourteen years today. It does not take a special day to bring you back to mind. A day without a thought of you is very hard to find. Forever in the thoughts of those who loved you. Your loving wife Kay and Family.xxx Published in paper 15
A WORCESTER toddler group which has been described as a lifeline for parents will be forced to close unless someone can step in to save it, says the chairman. The Tiny Tots Parent and Toddler Group will close by Easter unless someone can take over the
A FORMER Malvern College student is celebrating after winning a Bafta. Ian Gouldstone's film Guy 101 won the prestigious award in the short animation category at a star-studded ceremony. The 27-year-old, who now lives in London but whose parents live
BALLOONS filled the sky on Valentine's Day as people living at a Worcester care home remembered the loved ones they have lost. The release took place yesterday at Redhill Court Care Home, London Road, Worcester. Speaking before the event, Jemima Yeubrey
Ingredients that you will need For the Pizza Base 225g strong plain flour 1x7g sachet easy bake dried yeast 15ml ( 1 tablespoon) Olive Oil 150ml Warm WaterFor the topping300g Tomatoes cooked to a pulp in a little olive oil 1 clove garlic peeled and
King Henry VIII was once described as a slim, handsome and athletic man. His greed made him grossly fat, so fat that one of the first ever chair lifts were created for him so he could be hauled upstairs by machinery.
SIR - I felt compelled to write as I am so angry about what I witnessed the other evening. I was on the W3 bus travelling home as the bus was driving up Shrub Hill Road when I heard a mighty roar coming from the side of the bus. To my horror there was
A CHARITY fund-raiser turned into a daffodil diva to launch the Marie Curie Cancer Care's annual Great Daffodil Appeal in Worcester this week. Community fund-raiser Richard Scott was joined by Marie Curie nurse of the year Ann Brady to invite people
We are always hearing so much by so many different people such as scientists, doctors, nutritionists and food experts about healthy eating and healthy diet that it can all get a bit confusing. With this in mind what I thought I would try and do is
TAXPAYERS are facing an increase of just under five per cent in their police precept for the coming financial year - but force chiefs say they will still be strapped for cash. The decision to increase the precept to £68 million for West Mercia was agreed
THIS weekend sees the North Herfordshire Hunt point to point fixture at Whitwick Manor, Newtown near Hereford when an eight-race card is planed with a 12.30pm start on Saturday. Amongst the twenty entries received for the Mens Open race are the quartet
Twilight is a rather ordinary little grey pony, but when Lauren whispers the magic words, he turns into a beautiful snow-white unicorn. Lauren and Twilight make an intrepid journey to the magical land of Arcadia in order to save their pony friend, Shadow
Sixteen-year old Robert lies anaesthetized. A routine operation has just gone wrong. As Robert awakes he can hear and he can feel but he can't move and he can't scream. The operation is over. But life, as Robert knows it is. With shadowy figures tracking
A WOMAN was treated for smoke inhalation after firefighters were called to a house fire in Droitwich late last night. The woman was given oxygen at the scene of the fire at a terraced house in Elgar Crescent. The cause is unknown at this stage but is
WORCESTER City Women may appeal to the West Midlands League after their opponents pulled out of a match. Paul Hennessey's side were due to host West Brom Strollers in Division One South on Sunday but the visitors only had eight players and cried off.
HISTORY will come alive at Worcester's Guildhall when hundreds of re-enactment fans dress up in their colourful uniforms. Visitors can meet Queen Victoria's redcoats, just back from the Zulu war in South Africa, members of the British and French armies
SIR - People are wondering why imports of turkeys from Hungary continued even though bird flu had been identified there. At least one Government minister, David Miliband, has owned up that if we had stopped imports, the European Union would have taken
SIR - In all the brouhaha about school closures due to snow, I have not read of one parent complaining that his/her child has missed two days of education. It has been a case of I have been inconvenienced'. Schools are there to educate and not to act
A WORCESTER toddler group which has been described as a lifeline for parents will be forced to close unless someone can step in to save it, says the chairman. The Tiny Tots Parent and Toddler Group will close by Easter unless someone can take over the
RIVER levels in Worcestershire are dropping, reducing the risk of flooding following last week's heavy snowfall. Earlier this week the Worcester News revealed the county was on flood watch, which means low-lying land and roads on the banks of the river
APPLICATIONS to the University of Worcester have shot up by 37 per cent. In a coup for the Faithful City, the rise is the fourth biggest in the UK. The figure is for higher education applications, which includes undergraduate degrees, foundation degrees
NEW figures have been obtained for the first time revealing how much money Worcestershire MPs spend on travelling. It shows Worcester MP Mike Foster spent much more than Mid-Worcestershire MP Peter Luff on using his car to get around. However, Mr Luff
OLDER people's services in Worcestershire are a "ticking time bomb", says a county council committee. An overview and scrutiny committee task group's report on home care services in the county, due to be presented to the cabinet, highlights a £10 million
YOUNGSTERS at a Pershore nursery and out-of-school club have been busy doing a spot of much-need re-decorating in their half-term holiday. Children from Bright Beginnings, in Coventry House, Station Road, decided that they wanted to spruce up the club
BUSINESS is set to flourish in Worcestershire if commercial property grows in line with the predicted housing boom, according to county property experts. Worcestershire's Property Service (WPS) has indicated that a proposal to build thousands more houses
FOR the many Chinese people who live and work in Worcester, this weekend is going to be a very special day for them as it will be the beginning of their new year. In the Chinese culture, the new year period lasts for 15 days, beginning on the first day
A WORCESTER private school was commended by inspectors for achieving its aims and improving on its last inspection. St Mary's Convent School, Battenhall, was visited by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, which said the school "gives a good education
IT only took a few inches of snow to paralyse parts of Worcestershire last week, making driving treacherous and gridlocking huge swathes of the county. While the UK might have enough drizzle to last a lifetime, snow is now extremely rare, and when it
PREPARATIONS are well under way for the biggest wedding fair in the three counties of Worcestershire, Herefordshire and Gloucestershire. Whether the all-important question has just been popped, or you are nearing the final preparations for your big
DROITWICH High School will benefit from a state-of-the-art science block and improved disabled access as part of a £1.3 million facelift. The joint project between the school and Worcestershire County Council, funded by the Government, will see the site
DISAPPOINTED people who did not get a chance to see a Worcester school's musical production have a second chance to see the show. St Mary's Convent School was forced to cancel two performances of Joseph And his Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat last week
In 2005, people in Worcester, through church groups or the wider trade justice movement or simply as concerned individuals, demanded that we take action to help the world’s poorest people. I was proud to work with Labour ministers to make sure the wealthy
Commuting can be an expensive business, whatever your line of work. But when your workplace is the Palace or Westminster and you live in the heart of Worcestershire, it's inevitable you'll pay a high price for transport. Given that MPs must divide their
SIR - After the controversy over Big Brother and racism, another reality TV programme this week is stirring up debate. The Verdict, the BBC's celebrity courtroom drama showing a fictional rapetrial, may appear authentic - with its real barristers
SIR - While I am pleased that you allowed the primary care trust to respond to the story Schools to weigh fatties' (Worcester News, February 13), I do have some serious issues I need to raise. Firstly, the headline greeted me with shock and dismay.
INFLUENTIAL shooting guard Valdas Urbonavicius is set to make a welcome return to the court for Worcester Wolves' British Basketball League trip to Milton Keynes Lions tomorrow (Friday tip-off 7.30pm). The return of the Lithuanian, who has missed a large
It's valentines day....I saw in the "Sun" paper today a couple who had been together for 79 years....79 years!!! Thats pretty impressive by anybodies standards..it got me thinking what a strong partnership they must have and surely they more than anybody
