MATT Neal has issued a warning to his rivals ahead of the second defence of his British Touring Car Championship crown: Write us off at your peril. The 40-year-old Droitwich driver heads to Brands Hatch today for what he hopes will be the start of his
BISHOP Perowne High School played host to the Worcester League Table Tennis Championships. Of the 13 events, two were handicapped and three were draw for partners' where str-onger players linked up with those from lower divisions. The four seeds in
GAVIN Quin-nell's four touchdowns for Worcester in their Guin-ness A' Lea-gue clash at Leeds this week makes him the top try-scorer in the competition. The Welshman has dotted down six times in total with two scores coming in the previous week's victory
HEREFORD United have traded in the black for th-ree consecutive years for only the second time in the last 25 years. The Edgar Street club announced profits for the year ending May 31, 2006 of £7,914, down on the previous two years of £298,585 and £291,880
Worcester City's St George's Lane ground has been ch-osen to host the UEFA Under 19s Championship Elite Round Group Three match between Russia and the Czech Republic. The match, for which admission will be free, is due to take place on Thursday, May
DROITWICH A' are top of the Worcestershire Cricket Board Indoor Sunday League after a four-wicket victory over Royal Grammar School, Worcester. Richard Illingworth cracked an unbeaten 32 for RGS. For Droitwich A', Paul Bryan (2-20) and Mike Rogers (1
TERRY Jenkins held off a monstrous fightback from Roland Scholten to strengthen his position in the Holsten Premier League Darts play-offs. The World Grand Prix finalist, who heralds from Ledbury, roared into a 6-0 lead by winning all six legs in the
A SCHOOLBOY from Worcester is recovering at home following a dramatic airlift to hospital. Eight year old James Adams had been playing with friends during his lunch break at the Grange School, Claines, on Thursday when the accident happened. His mum
THE newest housing provider in Worcester is celebrating its third birthday in style today by holding a big bash for residents. Worcester Community Housing has invited all 10,000 of its residents to a party to celebrate. Worcester MP Mike Foster is due
FARMERS in Worcestershire are calling for the Government's disastrous single payments scheme to be simplified to ensure pay-outs are made on time in future. Hundreds of farmers and other agricultural businesses in the county were left for months without
When Melanie wakes up one night to find a magical creature in her room, little does she know that she is about to embark on the adventure of her life. Arthur Mango knows Melanie is special, she has some magic of her own in her, yet to be awoken.But
Spring is in the air, so it's time to give your car an old fashioned Spring clean! Your Worcester News has teamed up with BP Ultimate to offer 10 lucky readers the chance to win a fantastic car care kit to help you get your motor looking as good as new
A HOMELESS man stole a DVD box set worth £39 from Wool-worths, Worcester magistrates were told. Peter McDonough, aged 23, who pleaded guilty to theft, also admitted breaching a conditional discharge received in March for being drunk and disorderly.
AN EXTRAVAGANZA being billed as a festival of fresh ideas takes place Easter Monday. More than 20 stallholders will fill a marquee in the gardens at Home End Farm, Cradley, between 10am and 4pm. The Blue-ginger Gallery is hosting a fair in association
A 21-year-old woman is facing sentence at Worcester Crown Court after pleading guilty to being concerned in money laundering. Surbajeet Randhawa, of Ombersley Road, Worcester, admitted allowing her bank account to be used for cashing five cheques totalling
As usual Horrid Henry is up to mischief again! His fiendish plots will make you ache with laughter in this funny story book.Henry reads Perfect Peter's diary and improves it. He goes clothes shopping with Mum and tries to make her buy him some Rootatoot
Yaya (an intimate way of saying 'duck') is a duck whose world is full of love and adventures and who, through a series of enchanting and humerous cartoons, shares his reflections on life and his zest for exploring new possibilities, overcoming obstacles
Living in the west village, which had been put under a spell in the time of his ancestors, Jack was an ordinary nine-year-old boy who had an extraordinary dream - to fly. His fascination with watching birds rather than playing with the other children
A GIANT poster is to be hung from the wall of Herefordshire Council's planning building, Blueschool House, to remind people to make their mark and vote in the forthcoming local elections. Returning officer Neil Pringle said the last local elections in
THE tomato can be seen in almost everything we eat. It contains no cholesterol and are nearly fat-free. With just 10 or so calories each, they are also a great source of Vitamins A, C and E. Try this delicious tomato tart. WHAT DO I NEED? Serves
FIND a happy staff and the chances are that you have also discovered a good restaurant. Puccini's in Upton-upon-Severn proves the point admirably. I turned up there at 7.30 one Saturday evening to be welcomed into an already busy restaurant hosting a
A Bewdley man who beat his wife with a hockey stick when she was late home from work has been jailed for four months at Worcester Crown Court. Judge Andrew Geddes told Thomas Simmonds: "Those who commit domestic violence in what should be the security
A FURIOUS Worcester-shire mum hit out this week after her 12-year-old son was kicked off a train for forgetting his season ticket. Now train company chiefs have apologised to the family and promised a full investigation after hearing how James Morel
WARNING: TOO RUDE FOR PARENTS!! Horrid Henry's friends and enemies all thouht his first joke book was such a great idea that they've written one, too! Get the giggles and laugh til you cry with Ralph's Rude Jokes. Gurinder's Gorgeous Jokes and William's
One Beastly Beast, Two Aliens, Three Inventors, Four fantastic tales. A collection of fantastic stories with rude pirates, enchanted penguins, strange inventions and a very beastly beast indeed!Snuggle up and enjoy Garth Nix's magical adventures.
OPPOSITES attract is a saying one Worcester couple agree with as they celebrate their golden wedding today. Tony and Pam Sheppard, of Oldbury Road, were at Pershore Secondary Modern School - now Pershore High - together, and started going out after
THIEVES stole 13 bikes and two tricycles from a Kidderminster garden in a single night. The bikes, ranging from children's cycles to mountain bikes, were chained together in the back garden of a house off Coventry Street. They were taken between 11am
Travel back to mediaeval England and join Chaucer and his band of Canterbury pilgrims on there way to Canterbury. You'll meet the Wife of Bath, the Knight, the Franklin and many more colourful characters, all brought to life in Marcia Williams funny
Daisy's late for school - again - when an encounter with a butterfly leaves her suddenly able to understand everything that animals say! When her friend Boom, a stray dog, is caught by the pound, Daisy enlists the help of a host of animal friends to
A WORCESTERSHIRE businessman was this week in an Australian prison awaiting a court appearance on child sex offences after losing his battle against extradition from the UK. Fast Fences company director Nigel Barnard was handed over to the state police
THE new owner of an historic riverside amusement park is investing millions in new rides and facilities, vowing to make the site the best in the Midlands. Henry Danter bought the Shipley's Riverside Park site, Stourport-on-Severn, closing the deal with
In the first adventure Trixie loses her precious trumpet - just days before she's supposed to be playing a solo in her school's Save the World with a Song concert! But everything starts to fall into place when she finds out her beloved dog Harpo can
A MAN who stole a pair of shoes from Marks & Spencer was given a supervision order by Worcester magistrates. Scott Beard, aged 27, of Birch Avenue, Tolladine pleaded guilty to stealing the shoes, worth £39.50, from the High Street store. The court was
BOWEN Kathleen Bettina Betty Anne and Eddie would like to thank Family, Friends and Neighbours for their messages of condolence, floral tributes, attendance at the Funeral service and donations received in Betty's memory, for the Worcestershire Association
BOULTON Gerald Deep in our hearts you will always stay, Loved and rememberedevery day. Margaret, Ginette, Gill, Phil and Family.xx Published in paper 30/03/2007
All Trixie ever wanted is her very own horse - and when her gran wins money in a competition, Trixie's dream finally comes true. But the pony turns out to be more of a nightmare - after all, where DO you keep a pony in a suburban house? In the bedroom
PEOPLE throughout Worcestershire are being warned to ignore a clairvoyant postal scam with religious overtones. Trading Standards have recently received complaints about a clairvoyant allegedly called Karina Natalia who claims to be a world famous psychic
LEES Margaret Passed away peacefully in hospital on March 28th, 2007, aged 73 years. Beloved wife of the late James Lees. Much loved and dearly missed by all who knew her. Funeral Service at Our Lady Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Church on Wednesday,
TITLEY Ronald Frederick Passed away peacefully at home, on March 28th, 2007, aged 53 years. A dearest husband to Lynne, loving step father to Mark, Jamie, brother to Sally and John and a loving son of Jean and the late Stan. He will be sadly missed by
CAGGIANIELLO OTO The Caggianiello Family would like to thank you all, Families and Friends, for being with us during this difficult time. Your flowers, your thoughts, your prayers and words of sympathy will always be remembered. A special thanks to A
DANCE Irene Passed away March 30th, 2001. Remembered and loved always. Sid, Russell, Teresa and Tim. Published in paper 30/03/2007
RICKETTS Beryl Rose Treasured memories of a loving mum and grandmother. Being without you mum leaves a big empty space that we cannot replace, But memories of you will never die. Love you mum, and miss you so much. Sandra, Linda, Janet, Richard and Gary
A WOMAN and her two friends ran away from a taxi without paying, Worcester Magistrates Court heard. Julie Dyas, aged 45, of Belmont Street, Rainbow Hill, Worcester, pleaded not guilty to making off from a taxi in July last year without paying her £9.60
RESIDENTS of Malvern are being encouraged to express their views and make any suggestions about the work of the town council. The council is holding its annual meeting on Monday, April 2, and clerk Richard Chapman is trying to encourage as many people
PLANS to close a popular Pershore pub and convert it into apartments have led to a storm of protest. More than a dozen complaints have already been received by Wychavon District Council. Licensee Spence Cooper plans to turn to the grade II-listed Brandy
MARCH 30 Somers Traditional Folk Club Every Friday at 8.30pm, upstairs at the Albion, Bath Road, Worcester. MARCH 31 Jumble Sale In aid of Noah's Ark Trust Fund, from 11am, in the Memorial Hall, Fernhill Heath. All welcome. Easter Fayre Organised
NIGEL White has recently joined Worcester estate agents Griffiths & Charles as a senior valuer. His arrival provides the firm's principal Charles Robinson with the opportunity to further expand the very successful property auctions, which are held on
MARCH 30 The Gresty/White Ragtimers Presented by Friends of the Upton Jazz Festival at Hanley Castle High School, from 8pm. Tickets available on the door. UNTIL MARCH 31 Merrie England Great Witley Operatic Society present their world premiere
UNTIL MARCH 31 The Bargain In a luxurious Thames-side apartment an extraordinary meeting is about to take place. Starring Susan Hampshire at Malvern Theatres. APRIL 2-7 The Unexpected Guest The Agatha Christie Theatre Company presents its second
UNTIL MARCH 30 Faces, Flowers, Figures An exhibition by Gilly Cotter. Her latest work incorporates her love of gardens and flowers with fine drawing skill. Worcester Arts Workshop, 21 Sansome Street, Worcester. Open 10am-5pm, Monday-Friday
If your venue has any upcoming gigs please call Lauren Murray on 01905 742251 or email lm@Worcesternews.co.uk. TONIGHT Smokestack and Expedestrian - Marr's Bar, Pierpoint Street, Worcester. King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys - Huntingdon Hall, Worcester
A RALLYING call has been made to Worcestershire's rural business community to take advantage of a new support service. Run by Business Link West Midlands, it aims to create an environment where high skills employment is attracted, entrepreneurs are cultivated
CELEBRATED soprano Maria Moll is performing at St Clement's Church tomorrow night. The programme will feature seasonal Easter music and begins at 7.30pm. Tickets, priced £5, can be bought at the door.
MUSIC to make your feet move comes courtesy of DC Fontana this weekend. The leading mod band, that now boasts Worcestershire-based singer-songwriter Dave Manning as a frontman, return to Worcester's Marr's Bar tomorrow night. The much-respected purveyors
JAZZ is back at the Norbury Theatre in Droitwich next week. Simon Deeley presents the ongoing Jazz Spotlight at the Norbury on Thursday, April 5. The concert will feature Mark Nightingale on trombone and Andy Panayi on saxophone, backed by the Archie
A WORCESTER bar is celebrating its first birthday in style on Good Friday. Sin, in New Street, is holding a huge party on Friday, April 9, and we have got 10 pairs of VIP tickets to give away. Each winner will receive exclusive treatment all night,
WORCESTERSHIRE band Nomad 67 are off to Switzerland this weekend. The group are playing Bscene - the biggest indoor music gathering in Switzerland. Founding member and frontman Jay Lawson Pearce will be joined by new bass player Ash Hiden and drummer
ELDERLY people have the chance to find out more about changes in the law at a free legal advice sur-gery in Worcester. Age Concern Hereford-shire and Worcestershire are advising people to find out more about the changes to enduring power of attorney
THE line-up for this year's Big Chill festival has been announced. The summer event - held within the beautiful grounds of Eastnor Castle, near Ledbury - is now in its 12th year. Staying true to its roots the festival promotes an almighty range of emerging
DESPITE the closure of its namesake, Kays Theatre Group is going strong. In fact, the amateur group is now totally independent and about to start preparing for its 54th pantomime, Goldilocks And The Three Bears, written by Paul Tate and directed by Ann
There are worrying things happening at County Hall as far as the arts community is concerned. Firstly, following the resignation of the county arts officer, despite saying there would be a temporary appointment while a review of the arts was carried
The Scottish Dance Theatre company will perform a double bill at Malvern Theatres next month. The first, Angels of Incidence, is a specially-commissioned piece from choreographer Adam Benjamin. The second piece, Liv Lorent's Luxuria, is performed to a
CARERS in Worcester attended a pamper day. Worcestershire Association of Carers held the event offering free massages and beauty treatments at Fairfield Centre, Brickfields Road, Worcester. Carer Christine Shepherd received a reiki treatment from Matthew
IT is described as one of Agatha Christie's most mischievous and chilling whodunnits - but you are allowed to laugh. In fact, Frazer Hines, who is starring in The Unexpected Guest at Malvern Theatres, wants you to. "People are allowed to laugh," he said
A WORCESTERSHIRE school that was given a notice to improve in its previous Ofsted inspection is getting better and no longer needs the condition, a recent report has shown. Ofsted inspectors said Westlands First School, Droitwich, no longer needs significant
THE first service in a newly built £1.6 million Worcester church will take place this weekend. The scaffolding is down. and on Sunday the doors of St Peter's Baptist Church will open for the congregation to take part in the first service and inspect
CRIME victims will be asked about the service they have received from police in a phone survey. Starting on Monday, the scheme has been set up by West Mercia Constabulary to assess how well people think they've been treated. A call centre of trained
A couple of years ago, only computer geeks had heard of YouTube. But now the video sharing website has become such a global phenomenon it even has its own version of the Oscars. This week the website announced the winners of the YouTube Video Awards,
ROCK fever hit a Worcestershire school when a chart-topping star visited. Lil' Chris stopped by at Droitwich High School to perform for students and staff and answer their questions about his sudden rise to fame. Originally from Lowestoft, Chris Hardman
WORCESTER News readers have reacted with fear and fury over the news that city people may never know whether child killer David McGreavy is back in the area or not. A lively debate is taking place on the Worcester News website about Mc-Greavy, who killed
TAXI FARES in Worcester will not increase until at least June - because the city council is confused by the proposed new rates. Members of Worcester Taxi Drivers Association proposed charging more for periods when taxis were stationary in traffic. But
A RECOVERING drug addict from Worcester accused with attempting to steal a mountain bike has been given a conditional discharge. Nicholas Harford appeared before Worcester magistrates yesterday. Jo Ball, prosecuting, said that in August, last year,
UP to 100 angry taxi drivers protested outside Worcester's Guildhall following a string of attacks on their colleagues. The drivers have accused Worcester City Council of "inciting prejudice" by making a report public which revealed 40 per cent - two
Two drug dealers arrested in Hereford have escaped jail because they've taken steps to cure what a judge termed "a fearful addiction". Alison Hybart was spotted on March 9 last year as she was about to pass drugs in the street to a known addict, said
A MAN who lost his place at a Worcester hostel ended up stealing from city shops, magistrates heard. Matthew Fox, aged 26, of Longfellow Road, Kidderminster, pleaded guilty to stealing a bottle of vodka worth £10.99 from Co-op in St John's, Worcester
SAFETY improvements are to be carried out on a stretch of the notorious A449 where five people have recently died. The Highways Agency is replacing road signs, installing hazard marker posts and laying an anti-skid surface between Ombersley and Claines
MORE than 200 people turned up to watch Keith Chegwin cut the ribbon and officially open a new supermarket in Worcester. Shoppers eagerly queued from 6.30am to make sure they were one of the first customers to check out the new Aldi store in Pheasant
A HUNT has been launched for a the person who chopped most of the tail from a Shetland pony in an Evesham animal sanctuary. Owner Jim Hidderley, from the Ark animal care home, first noticed Dominic the Shetland pony, sporting his new short cut last Friday
A DETAILED action plan is already being drawn up to pull Elgar Technology College out of Special Measures. The Bilford Road school's governing body is set to meet on Tuesday to discuss ways to improve the school quickly, following today's damning Ofsted
A Worcester secondary school is failing, according to Government inspectors. Elgar Technology College has been placed on Special Measures by inspectors from the Office for Standards in Education following a visit in January. A report detailing their
MID-Worcestershire MP Peter Luff is calling on the Government to put an end to "cattle truck" overcrowding on the county's commuter trains. He wants to make sure the train companies operating routes between Worcestershire and Birmingham and Worcestershire
Twenty years separate two road traffic incidents involving two 17-year-old youths from the same Midlands family. In the 1970s, the first teenager climbed un-hurt through the door of a car that rolled end over end as it left the road in a narrow country
SIR - I see dancers who work in clubs doing exotic dancing now have to pay VAT at 17.5 per cent. I think it's a form of poll tax. JOHN SHEARON, Worcester.
A WOMAN from Kidderminster had to be airlifted to hospital after a head on collision between two cars. The accident happened in Wolverly Road near the junction with Franche Road in Wolverley at 1.20pm on Thursday. An ambulance and the County Air Ambulance
SIR - One reason I write so many informed letters on Droitwich matters is that I sit in the public gallery and listen to council meetings just a couple of times each month - more often than some councillors who should be there! Each year town councillors
SIR - May we at St Wulstan's Church say many thanks for the support we received when selling raffle tickets outside Sainsbury's, Windermere Drive, Ambleside Drive and Cranham Drive shops. We raised about £750. We have been able to put the money towards
SIR - If, like Rip van Winkle, I had fallen asleep some 40 years ago and had recently awoke, I would find the world a very different place. In 1960 we were on the verge of a new era, it was known as the permissive society. At that time there was still
It’s funny who you bump into in the supermarket. Wandering round one of our major local stores last week I met loads of people, many of whom I had not seen for a while. Linda from the ABC Slimming Club – hadn’t seen her for more than a year – belated
SIR - I was about to write about the shocking appearance of the newly re-laid slabs in Worcester High Street when your front page article appeared (Worcester News, March 27). I have followed the saga of the refurbishment with interest and great concern
In 1979 it was Multi-Coloured Swap Shop. In 2007 it was Aldi. But whatever brings Keith Chegwin to Worcester, he is always welcomed with open arms. People queued from 6.30am yesterday to see the man fondly known as Cheggers - and perhaps also to do a
