AN intrepid Worcester woman is donning her walking boots to scale the highest mountain in Africa and raise money for children across the world. Kate Iddon, 20, of Britannia Square, Worcester, is climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in the summer and hopes to raise
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CONCERNS have been raised that a junior football club which helps to keep youngsters off the streets of Kempsey will not be able to play on a new training ground this summer. Kempsey Colts players and coaches said they are desperate to move to Normoor
A PRE-school for children in Worcester has been praised by government inspectors, who said "children are motivated, enthusiastic and keen to learn". Ofsted has judged the Ladybird Pre-School Playgroup as good' overall in its latest inspection report.
CONCERNS have been raised about plans to prevent cars driving on Kempsey Common. Michela Hawes-Jones said she welcomed proposals to protect the land from people driving their cars on the grass using fixed boulders, but said she was worried repositioning
NINETY competitors took part in Grimley Raceway's second meeting of the season. The event saw 24 races throughout the day, with two heats and a final from each of the eight formulas. It was the first meeting of the season for the Hot Rods series in
WORCESTERSHIRE'S bowlers got the County back in the match at Edgbaston after they were bowled out for 249. The new-look seam attack of Kabir Ali, Simon Jones and Steve Magoffin took a wicket apiece as Warwickshire closed on 39 for three on the first
PENNY-pinching commuters have been accused of clogging up roads near Droitwich railway station with their cars because they are too mean to pay parking charges. People living in neighbouring streets say dozens of cars are left outside their homes while
ON-GOING uncertainty around Bangladesh's international fixtures has meant that Evesham have been forced to cancel their contract with Mohamad Ashraful for the 2008 season. Pakistan are still looking to organise a tri-nations series involving Bangladesh
A COUPLE who met at a swimming pool are celebrating their diamond wedding. Albert and Daphne Brown, of Redfern Avenue, off London Road, Worcester, will be with friends and family to help them enjoy 60 years of wedded bliss. They met when Mr Brown, aged
GENIE Ward scored twice as Worcester City Women recorded a deserved 3-1 victory against arch-rivals Hereford Phoenix. Ward struck either side of the break, including direct from a free-kick in the second-half, as Worcester defeated the West Midlands
RESIDENTS in a Worcester area are being urged by police to take further steps to protect their vehicles. Following a number of vehicles in Warndon being targeted by thieves, Worcester Police are warning people not to leave items in their cars and vans
FOR people having a good spring clean and finding themselves with too many clothes, a Worcester-based charity has the answer. The Noah's Ark Trust, which provides support to children, young people and their families in Worcestershire and Herefordshire
THIS is your chance to choose who you think should be crowned this year's Miss Worcester - and raise money for charity at the same time. Worcester News readers are being asked to vote for who they think should be in the top 10 and compete at a gala event
SEASON ticket and match-day admission prices at Kidderminster Harriers will be frozen for a fourth successive season during 2008/09. Season tickets, entitling admission to all 23 Blue Square Premier games for the next campaign, go on sale from May 6.
TERRY Jenkins needs to conjure a win tomorrow night to avoid falling further adrift from the Whyte and Mackay Premier League Darts play-offs. The Ledbury player faces Wayne Mardle at the Wem-bley Arena which hosts the tournament for the first time.
WORCESTER Amateur Boxing Club fighters were in action at a tournament in Shrewsbury. There was a good display of skills from all four boxers, most notably super-heavyweight Ashley James. Topping the bill, James faced Anthony Bloomer, of Telford ABC,
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WESTFIELDS were beaten 3-2 at Racing Club Warwick in an end-to-end Midland Alliance thriller at allpay.park. Jamie Edwards put Fields ahead in the 24th minute after being put clear by Mark Davis. But Warwick equalised through Matt Blair and then Ryan
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A ROAD was partially closed in Worcester this afternoon following a two-car crash. The incident happened on the junction of Canterbury Road and Newtown Road at around 2.35pm today, and involved a black Vauxhall Astra and black Fiat Punto. Police and
BRANSFORD Golf Club's new captains are looking forward to a successful year. They have all opted for Acorns Children's Hospice as their main charity and are already collecting funds. Alan McPherson, previously a committee member, has taken on the mantle
THREE young dancers from a Worcester performing school were just beaten at the finals of a national ballet contest. The youngsters, who are all members of Harlequin Stage School, based at Perdiswell Young People's Leisure Club, were competing for the
DIRECTOR of rugby Mike Ruddock has tipped Tom Wood for international stardom after the young back-rower agreed a new two-year contract extension with the Warriors. The 21-year-old flanker, who joined the Worcester Academy from Coventry-based side Barkers
A STRONG wind caused problems for a large field in Worcester Golf and Country Club's April medal at Boughton Park. But it did not prevent Mick Rentch shooting a nett 69 to win Division One. Rentch, who plays off five, shot a gross 74 to pip Les Jenkins
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A PERFORMANCE car overturned on a road into Worcester last night. The silver Aston Martin DB7 left the A449 Ombersley Road, near to the Claines roundabout, at about 9.40pm, when it is thought to have hit a tree. A police spokesman said: "It went off
STOURPORT Hockey Club Women's Firsts finished their fine season with a 5-3 win over Lansdowne after lending their opponents several players. Sophie Harries hit a hat-trick with Melissa Kennedy and Kerry Maughan also on target. Stourport Seconds ended
A WIDE-RANGING investigation has been launched into the impact Worcester University has had upon life in the city. The 18-month study by Worcester City Council's scrutiny committee will take a long, hard look at how the establishment of the university
A MAN from Upton-upon-Severn is entering the final stages of his preparations to walk and cycle hundreds of miles around Scotland this summer with just his dog for company. Malcolm Murray is fund-raising for the Polio Fellowship and, along with his faithful
SATURDAY WORCESTER & DISTRICT LEAGUE Martley Cup semi-finals: Worcester YMCA v Grosvenor Sports (R Storr); Martley Spurs v Hanley Swan (J Williams). League: FC Tything v Upton Town (L Croy); West Malvern v University of Worcester (N Jeynes). KIDDERMINSTER
OMBERSLEY Golf Club are holding free coaching taster sessions. They will cater for juniors on Saturday and May 17 from 3.30pm until 4.30pm and June 9 from 5pm until 6pm. Women are welcome to the coaching on April 25, May 14 and June 11 from 11.30am
A WOMAN who tried to clear her name after an allegation of obstruction at work has been given a restraining order after admitting harassment. Lisa Bradley worked two shifts at Worcester, Bosch Group five years ago through an employment agency. While
ENGLAND Sevens star James Collins will captain Worcester Warriors when they face Sale Sharks in the final Guinness 'A' League fixture of the season at Sixways Stadium tonight (7.30pm). Collins, who recently represented England in Hong Kong and Adelaide
ROBERTS Thomas Died suddenly on April 12th 2008, aged 81 years. Treasured husband of Elsie, devoted father of Mark, Sally and Suzanne and darling grandad of Victoria, Thomas, Bethany and Patrick. The funeral service will take place at St Stephen's Church
ABBOTT John Stanley Passed away suddenly on April 13th 2008, aged 78 years. A dearly loved father and grandfather who will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Tuesday, April 22nd at 2 p.m. Family
WORCESTER took on Dyffryn, from the Vale of Glamorgan, in the Golf Croquet League at Norton. Worcester fielded Dr Allan J Laidlaw (manager), Ivor Brand (English Golf Croquet champion and World Golf Croquet doubles champion) and new members Denis Rawling
ALICE, the white rabbit and the Queen of Hearts will take to the stage of a Worcestershire school later this month. Pupils from the Chantry High School, in Martley, near Worcester, are preparing to perform Alice, a play inspired by the much-loved books
JONES John Jack/Scouse Peacefully at home on April 13th, 2008. A much loved father and grandfather, sadly missed. Funeral Service at St Barnabas Church on Tuesday, April 22nd at 11:15 a.m. followed by Interment at Astwood Cemetery. Flowers or donations
MORRIS Gwendoline Marjory Gwen Peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on April 12th, 2008, aged 86 years. Wife of the late Rees, much loved mother of Sheila, Phillip and Olive. The Funeral Service will take place at St. Peters Church, Bromyard on Wednesday
LADDS Kenneth Christopher Ken On April 14th, 2008, suddenly but peacefully at his home in Pershore, aged 85 years. Loved husband of Joan, loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. Funeral Service at Worcester Crematorium on Monday, April 21st
GLAZZARD Ray Five years today you passed away. The hands of time keep turning, the years may pass away, but memories last forever. Good night, God bless. Phyllis, Keith, Wendy, Kellie, daughter-in-law Sue and Grandchildren. Published in paper 16/04/2008
HERON Kathleen Sadly passed away three years ago today. As time goes by we miss you more. Love always. Maurice, Ian, Helen and Tom. Published in paper 16/04/2008
TWO workmen came to the rescue of a teenage boy whose bike was stolen from him in the city. Dave Harding and his colleague were parked in Hylton Road, Worcester, in their work van when they heard shouts coming from Sabrina bridge. When they looked over
SIR - I was intrigued by Mike Foster's comment regarding the donation, legit by accounts received, by the Conservatives from a Texan businessman. How strange this was the same day his party appoint a long standing insider' as general secretary following
A TEENAGE girl was assaulted while she was out walking in Worcester. The girl was alone and walking towards Medway Road, Ronkswood, near Metalbox, when a man walking in the opposite direction passed her and committed the assault. He then ran off some
MIDLAND Floodlit Youth League rivals Alvechurch and Bewdley Town contest the Worcestershire FA Mid-week Under 18s Cup final at Stourport Swifts tonight (7.30). Alvechurch have competed in the final twice before, losing 3-2 to Malvern Town in 1964 and
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STUDENT thespians set the stage alight when they shot a fire safety video to warn youngsters about the dangers of arson. Media students from Worcester College of Technology and Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue produced a 15-minute short film aimed
SIR - Once again, we read in (Councillor Mike Layland's letter, April 7), that he does not support the income from the sale of former council houses being invested in building new homes. Since Coun Layland is confused about the numbers, I will try to
ST Stephen's C' have won the SEC Solutions Worcester League Division Three title with two matches to spare. They suffered a 4-1 defeat at the hands of second-placed St John's C' but the one point earned was sufficient to secure top spot. Hallow A's
CONFUSION surrounds changes to school transport funding in Worcestershire, with some parents fearing they could be left to stump up the full cost of their child's travel. Worcestershire County Council is looking to make changes to the way it funds transport
SIR - Regarding the planned closure of Sheffield House, I am reliably informed that the spokesman for the Mental Health Trust has, no doubt with the best of intentions, severely underestimated the occupancy rate of this facility, which is something over
TWO people have been arrested on suspicion of murdering a man at Stourport-on-Severn. The two, a man and a woman, were arrested in the early hours of this morning on suspicion of murdering Reginald Southall, 62, whose body was recovered from the River
ATTEMPTS will again be made to reduce the numbers of nuisance gulls in Worcester by dipping their eggs in paraffin oil or replacing the eggs with dummy eggs this spring. But although the process helps to keep down the numbers of gulls, the problem could
THE William Hill Worcester Billiards League looks like going to the wire. Only two points separate first from third and, with only two matches left, St Stephen's B', St John's B' and Suzy Q will race for the finish line. Suzy Q 4 St Stephens A 0 (not
YOUNG people in Worcestershire have more chance of realising their potential thanks to a £1,600 donation to The Prince's Trust from staff at Worcester property developers Mainstay. As its chosen charity of the year in 2007, Mainstay organised several
CONTINUING its expansion in the Midlands and across the UK, United Business Centres plc has concluded a 10-year deal with Maximus to take 7,828 sq ft of space at the Wildwood Triangle, Wildwood Drive, development in Worcester. The Worcester centre is
Sir - Mark Starr suggests I should make an apology for my comments regarding his deliberate distortions on the new EU pyrotechnics directive. I will offer not one apology but two. The first apology is to Tom Smith of the CBI and David Southerland of
WORCESTER firm Harrison Clark solicitors is providing money from its charitable trust to fund an annual scholarship for a talented young musician to train at the Elgar School of Music in the city. The trust was set up last autumn by the firm to raise
The Rev David Knight, chaplain at Worcester's St Richard's Hospice talks about his work IF we can't put days on to lives, we can put life into days. Chaplain of St Richard's Hospice, David Knight, has learnt that this is the key to hospice care. "
CRIME has fallen dramatically across south Worcestershire over the past 12 months, with violent crime down in the region by more than six per cent. Police, politicians and crime partnership workers have all hailed the end-of-year statistics for 2007-
CONFUSION surrounds changes to school transport funding in Worcestershire, with some parents fearing they could be left to stump up the full cost of their child's travel. Worcestershire County Council wants to make changes to the way it funds transport
STUDENT thespians set the stage alight when they shot a fire safety video to warn youngsters about the dangers of arson. Media students from Worcester College of Technology and Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue produced a 15-minute short film aimed
Sir - How refreshing it was to read Councillor Mike Layland's letter, (Monday, April 7), concerning affordable' housing. He always presents his views clearly, without resorting to politician-speak' mumbo-jumbo and gets straight to the heart of the matter
THEY swoop on their victims almost out of nowhere. Their attacks are often vicious and many people in Worcester now live in fear of them. No, we are not referring to hoodies or muggers - but the dive-bombing antics of gulls. They are the bane of many
WORCESTER Bridge Club participated in the EBU Spring Simultaneous Pairs. The same hands are played in different clubs across the country and the results scored both locally and nationally. Mike Theelke and David Thomas racked up an impressive 70 per
A CELEBRITY hairdresser shot at a farmer with an air rifle before pelting him with stones, Worcester Crown Court was told. Daniel Galvin Jnr was appearing before Worcester Crown Court to appeal against an earlier conviction of assault. Galvin, who counts
A PUB chef has described his terrifying ordeal after being tied up and threatened by robbers who broke into a busy village pub. Rob Powell, aged 24, revealed his shock after being woken up by three men who entered the Crown at Martley in the early hours
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YOUNG people in Worcestershire can make themselves even more useful thanks to a £1,600 donation to The Prince's Trust from staff at Worcester property developers Mainstay. As its chosen charity of the year in 2007, Mainstay organised several events at
CONTINUING its expansion in the Midlands and across the UK, United Business Centres plc has concluded a 10-year deal with Maximus to take 7,828 sq ft of space at the Wildwood Triangle, Wildwood Drive, development in Worcester. The Worcester centre is
WORCESTER firm Harrison Clark solicitors is providing money from its charitable trust to fund an annual scholarship for a talented young musician to train at the Elgar School of Music in the city. The trust was set up last autumn by the firm to raise
AN apprentice plumber whose friends pleaded with him not to get behind the wheel of his car after drinking 11 pints has been banned from driving. Scott Parker drank four pints of Fosters before driving to a pub where he then drank a further seven pints
