THE former head of a Worcestershire children's home has failed in a bid to persuade top judges to overturn his convictions for raping and sexually assaulting girls in his care. Brian Gillam, 62, carried out the attacks in the 1970s and early 1980s,
THE shadow secretary of state for children, schools and families visited a Worcester school to discuss the issue of funding with the headteacher. Michael Gove was shown around Gorse Hill Community Primary School, Hollymount Road, Tolladine,
A PARISH council in Worcester-shire has criticised the county council for the time it took to repair a dangerous bridge over a stream. Eventually Hadzor, Himbleton, Huddington and Oddingley (Saleway) Parish Council instructed its parish lengthsman
MATT Mason looks set to be offered a role on the coaching staff at Worcestershire. Whether it will come at the end of this season or combine a playing role is yet to be decided, but the 34-year-old has a long future at the County, according
A WORCESTER schoolboy is hoping it will be second time lucky when he bids to be called up for England. Callum Collins, of St John’s, is one of 84 youngsters from across the country who have been selected to attend the Danone Nations Cup UK
A 44-YEAR-OLD man who admitted stealing a Playboy lipgloss has been given a conditional discharge. Martin Crawford, of Blackpole, Worcester, was spotted by store detectives in Superdrug in the city centre putting something in one of his pockets
CRYSTAL Sterling has enjoyed a successful season playing basketball at the University of Worcester. The sports coaching science student has been capped by the English Universities, named player-of-the-year in the English Women’s Basketball League while
PEOPLE in Worcester were today treated to a glimpse of a special flypast as the RAF celebrated its 90th birthday. Ninety aircraft from every section of the Royal Air Force from all over Britain gathered to create a formation 35 miles long over RAF Fairford
ENGLAND women’s captain Catherine Spencer says she will always look back fondly on her two years at Worcester. The former Sixways number eight has joined up with Bath, the club she has always supported, to cut down on her travelling. Bristol-based Spencer
There will be another pitch inspection at 4.45pm with play hoped to get underway at 5.15pm. However, there are still black clouds looming around New Road and anymore rain will bring today to a close.
A MAN has been airlifted to hospital after falling off a quad bike in Worcestershire. West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to an address in Astley Burf in Stourport-on-Severn, shortly after 11.20am today. An ambulance and the County Air
CLIFTON-upon-Teme’s daredevil Will Stephenson will be on the hunt for more International Gravity Sports World Cup streetluge points when he takes part in the Almatrieb Downhill event in Jungholz, Austria, this weekend. The 20-year-old ace, who is ranked
Play will not begin at 4pm as the heavens have to just opened once more, is this the end of today?
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers midfielder Russ Penn has admitted Walsall’s interest in him is a distraction. The League One Saddlers tabled an offer for the 22-year-old but the bid was rejected by Harriers because they felt it did not match their valuation of
A WORCESTER teenager has escaped jail for selling drugs in a city nightclub. Shaun Knox, aged 19, admitted two counts of possession of drugs with intent to supply when he appeared at Worcester Crown Court for sentencing. Judge Daniel
CHRIS Latham’s impending move to the Warriors is gathering pace with the Australian full-back putting himself in unexpected contention for Worcester’s first Premiership match of the season. Latham’s recovery from a torn pectoral muscle is proceeding
FORMING a solid team spirit will be essential if Hereford United are to enjoy a successful season in League One, according to manager Graham Turner. The Bulls boss has praised the togetherness of his players that saw them finish third in League Two and
A RIVER in Worcestershire has been left polluted after oil was dumped into it. The Environment Agency is appealing for witnesses after the Stour in Kidderminster was polluted by a substance they believe to be oil. The incident was reported this
More rain means that the 1.40pm inspection is unlikely to take, they may only be showers but they have been fairly frequent. As soon as we get an update of when a pitch inspection will take place and more importantly a scheduled start time we will bring
A crane was brought in to release a narrow boat which had become stranded in a lock near Worcester. As reported in your Worcester News the boat, called Abigail, ended up with its bow sticking upwards and the stern on the bottom after it became
JAILBREAK competitors are offering a date with a Worcester man on an internet auction site to raise funds for charity. The highest bidder on ebay will not only donate money to charity, but also win a romantic dinner date with the single man. Craig
Lunch will be taken at 1pm and a pitch inspection will be made at 1.40pm.
HARRIS Doug Cherished Birthday memories of Doug, my loving and devoted husband, on his Birthday today. Beautiful thoughts of one so dear,Treasured forever,With love sincere. Until we meet again, Good night, God Bless. With all my love, as always, Mal
EMMS Michael Charles Dearly loved husband of Eve, father of Christopher and brotherof Jeffrey. Died unexpectedly, at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on July 3rd, 2008. Funeral service at St Mary's Church, Abberley on Wednesday, July 16th 2008at 12.30 p.m
SAVAGE Dorothy Lenorah nee Brewer Passed away peacefully at Worcester Royal Hospital, aged 88 years. Dearly beloved wife of Ron. Much loved by Robert and Dorothy. Sadly missed by her nephews and nieces Dean, Zandra and Denice. Service to be held at Worcester
SHEPPARD Anthony Howard Tony Passed away suddenly at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on July 5th, 2008, aged 74 years.A dearly loved husband of Pam, devoted father and grandfather and a much loved brother and brother in law. The Funeral service will take
GREENWAY Janet Of Warndon. Passed peacefully away in hospital on July 7th, 2008, aged 72 years. Beloved wife of Colin, very much loved mother of Dave and Nicky, much loved mother in law to Jelk and Jakki, devoted nan to Thomas, Reuben and Caleb and a
HARRISON Ruth Elwyn Passed away peacefully in hospital on July 7th, 2008, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Fred. Much loved mom to Liz and Sally, also a loving mum in law, nanna and great nan. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday
COOK Michael Cookie Passed away peacefully in hospital on July 4th, 2008, after a long illness, bravely borne, aged 61 years. Beloved son of the late Elsie and the late William. Much loved brother to Lenny and the late Donald, also a dear brother in law
HILL Thomas George Aged 85 years of Naunton. Passed peacefully away in hospital on July 7th, 2008. The beloved husband of Margaret and dear father of Roger. The Funeral service will take place at Ripple Parish Church on Wednesday, July 16th at 11 a.m.
MOULE Ernest AlvinErnie Passed away peacefully on July 1st, 2008, aged57 years. Son of the late Mrs Joan Roberts, brother of Elaine Deceased, Bobby, Billy Deceased, Lou, John, Lenny and Davina, much loved uncle and brother in law, also much loved by Cat
RAISEN John Cyril Dalton Of Worcester. Passed away on July 8th, 2008, aged 74 years. Dearest husband of Phil and a much loved father and grandfather. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday, July 16th at 3 p.m. Family flowers only please
CURE Alan Pat Cure and Family wish to express sincere thanks to all Friends and Neighbours for the sympathy and kindness shown during their recent bereavement. Their thanks also for the generous donations to the RNLI and British Lung Foundation. Published
SKIPP Warren Swaz Happy Birthday Teenager. Have a great day. Love from Mum, Dad, Bonnie, and Rufusxxx Published in paper 11/07/2008
HARRIS Doug Remembering you on your Birthday. We cannot bring back the old days, Their hands we cannot touch, But we treasure happy memories, Of those we loved so much. God bless. Love Mum and sister Denise. xx Published in paper 11/07/2008
CREESE Dorothy May Dot Died July 11th, 2007. Love and miss you always. Vince x and all the Family x Published in paper 11/07/2008
IT is still not known why police officers swarmed into Malvern and spent the day digging up a playing field. At 7.30am on Wednesday about 15 officers arrived at Elgar Avenue Playing Fields, in Elgar Avenue, and immediately got to work digging
Kabir completes his over from last night from the New Road End with Klusener facing and he flicks the second ball of the day away for four. Simon Jones takes the ball from the Diglis End. Klusener cuts Kabir away for four in the third over of the day
A councillor has told of the sadness of some of Worcester’s most vulnerable elderly after their lunch club was decimated by County Hall cuts. Conservative Mary Drinkwater was one of a number of councillors who have recently visited hot lunch
ICE cream is one of summer’s essentials – whether it’s that cornet melting deliciously in the heat of the sun, or a snowy dollop on top of a bowl of strawberries, it’s a short cut to banishing the blues. While there are a huge number of ice creams on
A couple of people had told me the food at the Plough and Harrow, Guarlford, near Malvern, was quite good. I have driven past this pub/restaurant on a number of occasions but have never crossed its threshold. We were greeted cheerfully by staff and
GOOD morning and welcome to worcesternews.co.uk/wccc live coverage of the second day of four of Worcestershire's LVCC Division Two match with Northamptonshire at New Road. In a rain affected day yesterday, there were four interruptions, 16 wickets to
A STRING quartet will be performing a concert at an historic Worcester church. As part of the St Swithun’s Festival, the ESO String Quartet will be playing on Monday at St Swithun’s Church in the Shambles. The event, which is being held in association
The natural look is perfect. Are you a teenager and want to look good? Then opt for the more natural look by using just a light application of make-up on your skin, as you are still young and naturally beautiful. This year’s look is
ONE of the most influential groups to emerge from the 60s is going to be playing at a musical extravaganza event in Worcestershire. The Searchers, known for their hits such as Needles And Pins and Sweets For My Sweet, will be headlining at the Three
A WORCESTER band are returning to their home town for the final night of a UK tour. Drowning in Deuce have been on the road for three weeks and on Monday, July 14, they will perform their last tour gig in Worcester. The five-strong rock band have been
FLANKER Bruce Jones has become the latest player to join Malvern. Jones, who has played for National One outfit Moseley, will bring experience to the side ahead of their inaugural Midlands One campaign. Director of rugby David Robins said: “Hugh is
IT’S not every day that the leader of a national political party drops in to your front room for tea. But that was the situation facing Judy and Tony Hall yesterday when Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg dropped round to talk to them about their fight
BANDS in Worcestershire now have the chance to make the big time thanks to a pair who have set up their own record label. Music lovers will be able to hear the talents of bands and solo artists through Worcester-based independent record label CatCutter
One of the things I do when I am away from Worcester (just occasionally I manage to get out of the city!) is act as a member of the Guild Of Drama Adjudicators (GODA). Well, actually, I am the chairman of the guild. It is the only professional body of
AN Inkberrow couple are on the lookout for more staff to help them promote the KiddiVouchers government initiative which allows parents to get financial help with childcare. Company directors, husband and wife team Calum and Alison Chalmers discovered
What a resilient nation we British are. Last Saturday was one of the wettest nights of the summer and I was at… a barbecue. We sat under a large gazebo with the water pouring in at most angles, huddled in the middle like some Titanic survivors. But the
REHEARSALS are in full swing for a Worcestershire dramatic society’s musical this September. Evesham Operatic and Dramatic Society (EODS) are rehearsing for their show Back to the 70s being staged at Evesham Arts Centre. Conceived and directed by Alison
THE magical world of fairy tales will be this month’s theme for Worcester’s Academy Dance show. The bi-annual show, titled Once Upon A Time, will be held on Saturday, July 19, and Sunday, July 20, at the Swan Theatre. Performers will be showcasing their
A HUGE visual theatre will be performed on land and water as the centre-piece of the Flow Festival. The Devil’s Tale will see hundreds of performers and musicians from local groups entertain audiences over the weekend, and a specially designed boat called
SIR – Every week I read the column by John Phillpott – and every week I am not disappointed. The obesity topic – I often wonder why is it that “larger” people seem to have “larger” children – until I see their shopping trolley packed with vast quantities
Sir – With reference to a letter (July 5) from Trudy Burge regarding a proposed visit by the Liberal Democrat leader to Pershore Care Centre. May I make it clear that the staff employed by Worcestershire County Council at the care centre have always
NORTH Midlands pair Luctonians and Hereford have both been handed home draws in the first round of next season’s EDF Energy National Trophy. Luctonians, who beat their Herefordshire rivals in the North Midlands Cup final at Stourbridge in May, will host
A VILLAGE school has been judged as ‘outstanding’ by Church inspectors just three months after scooping a top report from government inspectors. Broadheath CE Primary School is voluntary controlled and when it has an Ofsted inspection it must also have
THE story of children evacuated during war-torn Britain is being brought to life in an original musical written by a Worcestershire man. The play, called City Kids, was written and composed by county councillor Tom Wells when he worked as a music teacher
SIR – I must disagree with Bill Ottaway; there are too many pubs in Worcester and people aren’t using the pubs the way they used to, because to have an evening in the pub is very expensive. There’s a well known pub in Dines Green which is up for sale
A GARDEN party held in the grounds of Worcester Cathedral had all the ingredients of a perfect summer event – despite the rain. Guests at the Noah’s Ark Trust’s garden party yesterday, organised by the HSBC bank, were treated to champagne, live jazz
SIR – I would like to offer a couple of congratulations. The first to John Phillpott for rousing Mike Foster from his mid-term hibernation. I suspect, however, in his heart of hearts, even someone as insulated from reality as an MP would know writing
IT may be the middle of summer, but right across Britain people are starting to worry about their winter heating bills. They are right to do so. For a nation already struggling with higher food costs and soaring petrol prices – and with most people’s
Sir – Could it be a coincidence that with the New Labour un-elected Prime Minister Gordon Brown’s popularity being rock bottom in England and also in the devolved Scotland, the long-awaited announcement of the thousands of jobs in Scotland with
SIR – It is as well Cecil Duckworth expressed no opinion on restoring ancient rights or any hope of recognition might have been dashed by Michael Exon. No doubt there are many worthies deserving recognition, among whom I am happy to include Cecil
Sir – Following a recent bereavement I had to send a legal document to my brother-in-law in Derby. A single sheet of paper, in an A4 envelope, with a first class stamp adhered. Posted in Malvern on Friday, June 27, it was duly delivered first post
A GARDEN party held in the grounds of Worcester Cathedral had all the ingredients of a perfect summer event – despite the rain. Guests at the Noah’s Ark Trust’s garden party yesterday, organised by the HSBC bank, were treated to champagne, live jazz
A TROUBLED Malvern school which fought off closure once before may have another battle on its hands after being placed in special measures for the third time. Worcestershire County Council is planning a consultation on the future of Malvern Hills Primary
A TROUBLED Malvern school which fought off closure once before may have another battle on its hands after being placed in special measures for the third time. Worcestershire County Council is planning a consultation on the future of Malvern Hills Primary
WORCESTER Wolves stepped up their recruitment drive ahead of the new British Basketball League (BBL) campaign with the signing of American point guard Will Funn. Funn, who stands 6’2’’ tall, has shown throughout his career he is a quality point guard
FIRST the 10p tax band and now car tax – this Government’s ability to score own goals seems to know no bounds. It is remarkable that it has taken this long for the Government to admit the full impact of the changes to vehicle excise duty announced in
A 28-tonne lorry got stuck after a road in Worcester crumbled beneath it. The lorry carrying some of the asphalt surface stripped from Humber Road, Ronkswood, was turning around when the front right-hand-side wheel fell into a hole at about
ONE of Britain's top Frank Sinatra tribute acts has volunteered to sing at a Worcestershire school's fund-raising gala to celebrate the summer season. Dave Cook has been performing as a genuine sound-a-like for Frank Sinatra for the past eight years
WORCESTER City will have another new face in their squad when they take on Cheltenham Town tomorrow. Ex-Stafford Rangers defender Jemiah Richards has been training with the team and is expected to play some part in the friendly fixture.
SPARKLING summer comedy will be held at Eastnor Castle for one night only. Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ will be performed by all-male theatre company, The Lord Chamberlain’s Men. The performance takes place on Friday, July 18, and is promised
WORCESTERSHIRE IT and communication specialist Xponet has become an accredited partner of IC-talk, part of internet service providers Internet Central Limited. It recently launched its new state of the art IP telephone products at a seminar
AN Inkberrow couple are on the lookout for more staff to help them promote the KiddiVouchers government initiative which allows parents to get financial help with childcare. Company directors, husband and wife team Calum and Alison Chalmers
THOUSANDS of unemployed people in Worcestershire and Herefordshire will be helped back to work thanks to European funding. The Flexible Routeway programme will use £32m of European funding to target some of the most disadvantaged people in by helping
PERSHORE will look more like Pisa this month as a delicatessen launches its own Italian Festival to raise funds to help vulnerable children. Visitors will have the chance to sample the best of Italian food and wine at Capers in Pershore High
