DONORS have been digging deep to ensure a life-saving air ambulance service continues flying after fears over rising fuel costs. County Air Ambulance which covers Worcestershire has received numerous offers of financial help after announcing the charity
A woman driver who died in a collision on the B4549 at Cholstrey, Herefordshire, has been named as Beatrice Davies. Mrs Davies, aged 69, of Presteigne, Powys died on Wednesday, July 2. Two other people involved in the collision remain in hospital
A MAN who had to be rescued by firefighters from the roof of a Worcester night-club has been arrested. Police and firefighters were called to Tramps in Angel Place just after midnight yesterday after two men were spotted on the roof. Hereford and
TRIBUTES have been paid to a popular member of Worcester Salvation Army who has died aged 68. Roy Runicles was a talented player of the cornet and was well-known for playing the Last Post at Worcester Cathedral on Remembrance Sunday. He died at St Richard
ONE of the most exciting young English talents in basketball has signed for Worcester Wolves. Wolves fought off competition from several British Basketball League (BBL) clubs to land Andrew Wallace, who has been tipped to represent Great Britain at the
CAPTAIN Mark Creighton looks set to miss the start of Kidderminster Harriers’ pre-season programme through injury. The Harriers skipper, last season’s player-of-the-year, damaged a muscle in his calf during a training session and is expected to be out
AN after-school club in Worcester has received a glowing report from government inspectors just weeks after taking over another venue. Victoria House Day Nursery, in Lechmere Crescent, recently took over the after-school club at Oldbury Park
HEREFORD United boss Graham Turner believes there is more to come from midfielder Toumani Diagouraga. The 21-year-old Frenchman has signed a three-year deal at Edgar Street after spending last season on loan with the Bulls from Championship club Watford
OLD Vigornians had to settle for a draw in their Crusader Worcestershire League Division Four South clash with Himbleton. However, as Tenbury’s match fell foul of the poor weather and Worcester Dominies surprisingly lost to Martley, the OVs climbed to
FIND out more about the city you live in through a series of themed walks this summer in Worcester. Historians from the Discover History group will be running a whole programme of walks throughout the summer to celebrate the rich history of the city
MUNAF Patel was on the verge of signing for Worcestershire but the move floundered after the paceman was today named in India’s squad for the forthcoming three-Test tour of Sri Lanka. Chief executive Mark Newton revealed the New Road club held talks
A HOST of youngsters attended a special one-day hockey training camp to hone their skills. The annual hockey fun festival, organised by Worcester City Council and Worcester Hockey Club, involved 25 children and followed on from a six-week coaching programme
CRUSADER WORCESTERSHIRE LEAGUE SECOND XI DIVISION ONE Worcester CC v Alvechurch & Hopwood Alvechurch & Hopwood winning draw. Worcester 250-7, Alvechurch & Hopwood 207-2. Astwood Bank v Barnards Green Barnards Green winning draw. Barnards Green
A MAN who had been ordered not to contact his ex-partner later sent her an envelope containing cut up pictures of her. Craig Richards, of Hunters Close, Droitwich, sent his ex-partner Claire Read the photographs in May. Richards, aged 22, appeared at
NEW premiership football kit bearing the logo of Worcester’s children's hospice has been unveiled by football stars. Aston Villa Football Club has agreed a unique partnership with Acorns Children's Hospice and now the charity’s logo will appear on the
STEVENS BENNETT Jim and Rachael With all our love on the Birth of your beautiful baby daughter, Emily Laura, born July 4th, 2008, weighing 8lbs 14ozs. Love from Mum, Dad, Laura and Ian. xxxx ------------ Congratulations Rachael and Jim on the Birth of
ANNETTS Duncan Wilson Passed peacefully away at The Shrubbery, Worcester, late of Green Street, Kempsey, on July 3rd 2008, aged 86 years. Devoted husband of the late Evelyn. Beloved father of Barbara, Graham and Ronald, father in law of Sue and John.
THOMPSON Ann Passed away at St. Richards Hospice on July 2nd, 2008 aged 54 years. Loving wife of Norman and a much loved mum to Elizabeth, Emily, Robert, James and Sam. She will be sadly missed by all her Family and Friends. Funeral Service at Worcester
SPIERS Nathan Weeks, months, years go by, but the heartache still remains. If there could be one wish in life, You would be here with us again. We love and miss you each and every day. Mom, Dad and Dean. xxx Published in paper 08/07/2008
THATCHER Norton One year ago you left us. We all miss you so very much. The tears of sadness we shed every day do not dull the wonderful memories and happy times we shared. You were our best friend and we will love you always. Lots of love Trudy, Nina
BRIDGES Graham Albert Peacefully at home on July 2nd, 2008 aged 77 years. Much loved husband of Pat.A devoted father and grandfather. Private interment followed by a Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving at St John Baptist Church, Claines on Monday,
HARDING Evelyn Kate Peacefully at home on July 4th, 2008, aged 88. Wife of her late husband Victor, much loved mother, grand mother and great grand mother. For funeral arrangements please contact Holland Funeral Service, Malvern. Tel: 01684 575343. Family
BOURNE Gwendoline "Gwen" Passed away peacefully on July 2nd, 2008, aged 85 years. Reunited with Frank. Dearly beloved mom, nan and great nan. The Funeral will take place on Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 at St. Nicholas Church, Droitwich at 3.15
MATTHEWS Mac On July 4th, 2008. Beloved husband of Susan. Funeral July 11th at 2.30 p.m. Worcester Crematorium. Donations to the Parkinsons Disease Society c/o G. Crump 01905 773339 Published in paper 08/07/2008
HEWLETT Lesley Happy 40th Birthday Mum Love Kelly and Jaydan xxx Published in paper 08/07/2008
MANSELL Brian Happy birthday sweet. You are never more than a thought away. Always and forever. Lots of love and kisses. Lainey and Charlie xxxx Published in paper 08/07/2008
YOUNG Paul Robin Passed away four years ago. Not a day do we forget you, In our hearts you are always near, As we loved you, so we miss you, As it dawns another year. Loving Mum, Dad and Family. Published in paper 08/07/2008
ORGEE Helen In loving memory of a dearly loved wife, died July 8th, 2005. Parting comes and hearts are broken, Loved ones go with words unspoken, Silent thoughts of you remain, Treasured forever till we meet again. Loving husband David. xxx Published
WORCESTER City’s pre-season friendly against Kettering Town has been switched to Tuesday, July 22 (7.45pm). The match against last season’s Blue Square North champions has been moved from Saturday, July 26, because Kettering are now playing Leicester
PUPILS at a school in Worcester are now able to enjoy the outdoors once again after a kind-hearted businessman replaced their stolen tent. Children at Warndon Primary School in Edgeworth Close were left heartbroken when thieves took their Indian-style
WORCESTER Warriors head coach Clive Griffiths is relishing a trip to Swansea to take on the Ospreys in this season’s EDF Energy Cup. As well as the Liberty Stadium clash with the Ospreys, who claimed the trophy last term with a 23-6 over Leicester, Worcester
ESSEX have joined the race to sign in-demand Worcestershire opener Stephen Moore. The Eagles have become the fifth county to give Worcestershire 28 days notice of approach to speak to Moore. The Friends Provident Trophy and Twenty20
STAFF sickness is on the rise again at Worcester City Council with the average worker taking 11 days off ill last year. The news comes as a blow to the council’s leadership, which has worked hard to reduce staff sickness levels since they were revealed
MIDFIELDER Toumani Diagouraga has signed a three-year deal at Hereford United. The 21-year-old spent last season on loan at Edgar Street from Championship club Watford. He made 41 appearances and scored two goals for the Bulls in their promotion-winning
CHILDREN had to be evacuated from a Worcester primary school after smoke was seen coming from the building. The pupils at St Clement’s C E Primary in Henwick Road, Worcester, were immediately evacuated when teachers raised the alarm.
HEREFORD United begin their preparations for life in League One with a trip to Ledbury Town tonight (7.45pm). The match is the Bulls’ first pre-season friendly and comes a little under two months since they won promotion from League Two. It will give
A TOP Worcester historian believes more must be done to preserve the city’s English Civil War battlefield site following today’s publication of a national report labeling the area as being ‘at risk’. Dilip Sarkar, of the Battle of Worcester Society,
SIR – I fully support Worcester City Council for ‘snooping on us’ as you put it (front page, June 24). If people don’t break the law, they have nothing to fear from surveillance. It is only the dishonest who complain about being watched.
RUTH Bottomley, chairman, welcomed members to the meeting on Tuesday, June 10, in the village hall. Guest speaker was Glenice Yates and the arrangements which she presented were most beautifully assembled using choice flowers and foliage, sharing her
THE June evening garden meeting was held at the home of Harry and Kate King and a good attendance of members, relatives and friends enjoyed the sunshine until rain forced the move indoors to enjoy the supper provided by members. The brief business meeting
SIR – I am writing about your report about the ‘Danger Railway Crossing’ in Jamaica Road, Malvern. Firstly, I must say it was fortunate no one was injured. However, I must now ask the question how was it that Councillor Smith failed to see the
BOWBROOK House Schools’ band Emptyness was selected for the final of the Worcester Arts Education Battle of the Bands. The band, consisting of James Mattey on lead guitar and vocals, Ross Murray on guitar and vocals and Seb Fell on drums, has
BUDDHIST chanting and meditations were among the new religious experiences offered to pupils at St Nicholas CE Middle School, Pinvin, near Pershore, when it held its first ever multi-faith day. Four specialist speakers, representing Jewish,
A SAFETY truck is powering in to Worcester schools to teach pupils about the dangers of electricity. The Central Networks schools safety truck is visiting St George’s CE, St Clement’s, Cranham and Broadheath primary schools to give children
TEN candidates have been ordained to serve in parishes across the Diocese of Worcester. The ordination service took place at Worcester Cathedral and the Bishop of Worcester, the Rt Rev Dr John Inge, said: “It was a joyful celebration of God
THE president welcomed everyone to the meeting. Doreen Pease read out a report on her visit to the annual meeting in Liverpool and told us the result of the voting on the resolutions. Correspondence and business matters were dealt with. Pauline
AFTER the usual warm welcome from the president, we heard reports from members about the recent visit to Coughton Court, Warwickshire, and on the successful multi-media workshop held last month. One member represented Inkberrow at the annual meeting
YOUNG dancers are taking to the stage in Worcester this week. Boys and girls from county secondary schools have worked with Jodie Roberts, dancer in residence at Worcester’s Swan Theatre, to create a collection of short dance performances called
THE June meeting of Comer WI was quiz night. Viv Jackman, president, welcomed a good number to the meeting including 13 visitors. There was one apology and several birthdays to celebrate. Business matters were kept to a minimum to allow for the
THE summer holidays are fast approaching and parents across the county are starting to wonder what they are going to do with their children for six weeks. But with the host of summer camps on offer, both locally and nationally, parents need not
SIR – I do agree with many of your readers about the state of Astwood Cemetery. I’ve never seen it that bad. I went to my parents’ graves which we keep tidy, but when we went we could not see it as all the grass was so high. It’s like a wilderness
SOLDIERS from Worcestershire have swapped the deserts of Afghanistan for the jungle. Members of the Mercian Regiment (Worcesters & Foresters) recently took part in a two-month training exercise in Belize. Part of their survival task was to trap and
BRIAN Salisbury was bowled over when he was given the opportunity to train for his dream job as a cricket groundsman. Keen cricketer Mr Salisbury, had been out of work for almost two years before he asked for advice from Worcester-based Per-temps
SIR – Just what is wrong with these yobs who cannot appreciate a thing of beauty without having to destroy it. First I read and then see for myself all the flower troughs in Kidderminster town centre have been destroyed at an approximate cost of
SIR – I read with interest the request of Mike Foster MP for a column on a weekly basis in the Worcester News to counteract John Phillpotts’ views. Firstly, I hope this is not granted as this would take space from more important items.
SIR – Just to set the record straight, the article ‘New homes plan is approved – now it’s your turn to speak’, failed to make it clear that the building of the new homes mentioned has not been approved. All that has been approved is the strategy
HUNDREDS of mourners packed the city’s cathedral yesterday to celebrate the life of a much-loved Worcester book seller. Friends and family described Stephen Jeynes as an “English gentleman” and an “exceptional man” who will be sorely missed
GORDON Brown may not have done much right in recent months but he is correct to turn the spotlight on the amount of food wasted by the average family in Britain. About a third of all food bought by people in the UK ends up in the bin – costing
THE culture of Venice has been celebrated at a Worcestershire school as part of an arts week. Youngsters from King’s Hawford school at Claines, near Worcester, dressed up in Venetian costumes and made masks for a carnival to mark the end of
WHOEVER comes in to replace Steve Magoffin is going to have pretty big shoes to fill. Maggsy has been fantastic both on and off the field and I have read in the press that Mark Newton has said he is a potential signing for the future. I don’t think
A SCOUT master in Worcester has admitted being in possession of more than 350 indecent photographs of children. Graham McKeown was an assistant leader for 6th Worcester (Kempsey) Scout group for 26 years until autumn last year and also worked
POPULAR former Worcester City player Paul Molloy has called for the club’s board of directors to step down. Molloy, who played 124 times for the St George’s Lane club during the mid-1990s, says the only way for City to make progress is through
A WORCESTER campaigner will be among a select group of people at a Government summit to discuss flooding today. Mary Dhonau, chief executive of the National Floods Forum, will join 20 senior ministers and representatives from Government agencies and
Worcestershire business leader Phil Shellam has warned that the continual raising of fuel prices has to stop. The county chairman of the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) said that rising fuel costs were already having a dramatic effect on the UK
A VULNERABLE man has gone missing from a Worcestershire hospital. Ian Gowing was last seen when he went outside for a cigarette at the Newtown wing of Worcestershire Royal Hospital at 9am on Thursday, July 3. Mr Gowing, aged 55, from Wolverhampton was
