Stories for 28 March 2008

Alcester

Two hurt in collision

TWO people from the Alcester area were injured when their cars were involved in a collision on the A435 at Kings Coughton.  more...

Business

Big Ron to cut ribbon

NO doubt the gold will be glistening when Big Ron' Atkinson cuts the ribbon to open a granite and marble showroom near Droitwich on Saturday at 11am.  more...

Olympics lift in overseas trade

A WORCESTER company specialising in lift safety equipment is winning new business in countries as diverse as China and Australia, with help from UK Trade & Investment.  more...

Clubs & Societies

Wythall Photographic Society

THE third projected image competition was judged by Graham Trevor.  more...

Solihull & District Orchid Society

THE society is holding its Orchid Show on Saturday, April 5 and Arden School, Station Road, Knowle from 11am-4pm.  more...

Royal British Legion, Wythall, Women’s Section

FEBRUARY was a quiet month but we made up for it in March.  more...

Redditch Older People’s Forum

AT our February coffee morning our speaker came from Redditch Association for the Blind.  more...

Redditch Choral Society

ON Wednesday, April 2 we will resume rehearsals at Crabbs Cross Methodist Church Hall, Crabbs Cross Lane, Redditch.  more...

Ipsley with Crabbs Cross WI

FORTY ladies attended the March meeting and it was reported that the skittles social evening had been most enjoyable, so much so that another one is planned for the autumn.  more...

Guide Dogs for the Blind

THE recently formed Bromsgrove and Redditch fundraising branch for Guide Dogs for the Blind held a collection at Morrisons in Redditch which raised £1,878.  more...

Everywomans Circle

PRESIDENT Angela Stearn welcomed members to the meeting on March 6, highlighting several forthcoming events.  more...

Bordesley Historical Society

THE society had a very interesting and entertaining evening with Lyn Blewitt on March 6 on the history of Droitwich, from Roman times, when the salt was discovered, until the present time.  more...

Alcester Flower Club

"E for Elizabeth" was our demonstrator Janine Hall's theme at the March meeting.  more...

Alcester & District Local History Society

PREPARING to speak on Alcester's local woodland treasure, Oversley Wood, speaker Richard Boles from the Forestry Commission was amazed to find his expected audience of twenty or so grow into an almost full house at Alcester's Greig Centre.  more...

Alcester Conservative Wives

AT the February meeting members enjoyed a showing of Pam Ayres on DVD at the home of Jackie Clark.  more...

Education

Evening with The Bard

A WHIRLWIND showcase of four of England's most-loved plays has raised £207 for charity.  more...

Evening with The Bard

A WHIRLWIND showcase of four of England's most-loved plays has raised £207 for charity.  more...

Books come alive

WELL-READ tots brought the magical world of Peter Pan alive during to celebrate World Book Day.  more...

Africa link

A BURLISH teddy bear has pride of place in an African classroom thanks to a school link scheme.  more...

Historic Pictures

Redditch Cricket Club’s Centenary Dinner

THIS photograph shows Redditch Cricket Club's Centenary Dinner which was held at the Foxlydiate Hotel in about 1957. Featured are some of the Redditch club's members, as well as members of Worcestershire County Cricket Club. The toast for the evening was proposed by Mr Clayton, editor of the Birmingham Post, sitting second from the right. The picture was supplied by David Thomas, of Foxlydiate.  more...

In Brief

Charity thanks

A SERIES of special events have raised much-needed cash for the Redditch mayor's charities.  more...

Kidder News Latest

Save your skin with shuttleXtra

shuttleXtra steps into spring with advice on how to revitalise your skin after the winter has taken its toll. Treatments and products that will leave you re-born for the new season are reviewed.  more...

Second challenge comes from the heart

A MAN preparing to run his second London marathon says taking part is no longer about him - it is about how he can make a difference.  more...

Diamond couple keep on dancing

A STOURPORT couple whose eyes met across a dance floor more than 60 years ago are celebrating their diamond wedding anniversary tomorrow.  more...

Brothers' lives linked to sugar factory

TWO brothers born and bred on the British Sugar factory site in Kidderminster have asked if they can play a role in its demolition.  more...

New loos offer relief for shoppers

PEOPLE caught short in Kidderminster will be relieved to hear about a new £175,000 toilet block being built.  more...

Vandals target old school site

TAXPAYERS are having to foot the bill to protect a former school building from vandals.  more...

No six-figure salaries at council

A SURVEY showing 818 council employees nationally are paid over £100,000 a year has revealed that no-one working for Wyre Forest District Council tops that figure.  more...

No six-figure salaries at council

A SURVEY showing 818 council employees nationally are paid over £100,000 a year has revealed that no-one working for Wyre Forest District Council tops that figure.  more...

More teens training

THE number of Wyre Forest teens in full-time education or employment has reached its highest level in recent years.  more...

'Drugs debt threat' led to burglary

A WOMAN burgled a house in Kidderminster after she was put under pressure to repay an £800 drugs debt.  more...

Fire at disused school

A FORMER middle school which has lain empty for seven months has been damaged by fire, today.  more...

Fire at disused school

A FORMER middle school which has lain empty for seven months has been damaged by fire, today.  more...

Bevin Boy recognised

A BEVIN Boy who helped keep the home fires burning during the Second World War said he was shocked that he and the other "forgotten lads" had finally been recognised.  more...

Stab vests for ambulance staff

AMBULANCE staff are to trial stab proof vests in what has been called a "sad day", by the service's chief executive Anthony March, West Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust chief executive, made the comments after the trust announced the trial following a health and safety review.  more...

Stab vests for ambulance staff

AMBULANCE staff are to trial stab proof vests in what has been called a "sad day", by the service's chief executive.  more...

Raid gang jailed

THREE Kidderminster men who burgled the DVLA offices near Worcester have been jailed for a total of 10 years.  more...

Arrest follows computers theft

A 26-year-old man was arrested yesterday on suspicion of burglary after a break-in at a premises in Sandy Lane, Stourport, between last Saturday and Monday.  more...

Latest

Latest travel news

Check out the latest travel news before you head home.  more...

Latest travel news

Check out the latest travel news before you head to work.  more...

Prime time hopes for Amy

A WORCESTER pantomime star is hoping to hit the big time in BBC competition I’d Do Anything.  more...

Visit the past through music

THE atmosphere of 18th century Vienna is to be brought to life in Pershore.  more...

Drain specialist brought in to Malvern

A SPECIAL scheme is being launched to help improve drainage across the Malvern Hills district and prevent further misery for people whose property has been flooded.  more...

Motorbike men enjoy improving highways

The first call of the day is a report of a loose kerbstone near the entrance to Worcester Sixth Form College.  more...

Olympics lift in overseas trade

A WORCESTER company specialising in lift safety equipment is winning new business in countries as diverse as China and Australia, with help from UK Trade & Investment.  more...

Big Ron heads for Droitwich

NO doubt the gold will be glistening when ‘Big Ron’ Atkinson cuts the ribbon to open a granite and marble showroom near Droitwich tomorrow.  more...

Can you help the disabled?

CARING people in Worcestershire are being sought to provide short breaks for disabled children and their families.  more...

SmartCard delays won't cause problems

WORCESTER residents may not receive their SmartCard concessionary bus passes in time for the start of the new national scheme.  more...

Ambulance crews to get stab-proof vests

AMBULANCE crews will wear stab-proof vests as part of a trial to decide whether to introduce them permanently in Worcestershire.  more...

New restaurant plan for boarded-up village pub

A VILLAGE pub which closed 18 months ago could reopen with a restaurant and seven bedrooms.  more...

Have a wild night with bird charity

THERE are still tickets to see a fund-raising wildlife night in Worcester this weekend.  more...

Have a wild night with bird charity

THERE are still tickets to see a fund-raising wildlife night in Worcester this weekend.  more...

New sentence for woman who ignored punishment - court

A WOMAN who breached her community order after assaulting a neighbour has been re-sentenced.  more...

Rugby club's £8m extension will go ahead

DELIGHTED Worcester Wariors bosses have welcomed the news that their ambitious plans for an £8m extension to their Sixways ground can go ahead.  more...

Event for youngsters is CountryTastic

A NEW countryside event in Worcestershire aimed at children attracted more than 2,000 visitors.  more...

Diocese tries again in upgrade of Old Palace

CONTROVERSIAL plans to modernise parts of the Old Palace in Worcester are being re-submitted, after the diocese gained the support of English Heritage.  more...

A new bus lane on this road – or pay to drive along it

DRIVERS in Worcester city centre could face London-style congestion charging if plans for new bus lanes are rejected, Worcestershire's highways chief has warned.  more...

Diocese tries again in upgrade of Old Palace

CONTROVERSIAL plans to modernise parts of the Old Palace in Worcester are being re-submitted, after the diocese gained the support of English Heritage.  more...

Diocese tries again in upgrade of Old Palace

CONTROVERSIAL plans to modernise parts of the Old Palace in Worcester are being re-submitted, after the diocese gained the support of English Heritage.  more...

I heard screech of tyres, then bones breaking

REVELLERS have spoken about the terrifying moment they thought they were going to die when a car mounted the pavement and ploughed into them outside a bar.  more...

I heard screech of tyres, then bones breaking

REVELLERS have spoken about the terrifying moment they thought they were going to die when a car mounted the pavement and ploughed into them outside a bar.  more...

I heard screech of tyres, then bones breaking - court

REVELLERS have spoken about the terrifying moment they thought they were going to die when a car mounted the pavement and ploughed into them outside a bar.  more...

COMMENT: Not all teens with hoodies are criminals

The idea that teenagers wear hooded tops just to keep their ears warm and yearn for nothing more than a comforting cup of hot chocolate on a dark night will come as a surprise to many - especially those who avoid Worcestershire's parks at night for fear of being set upon by hordes of yobs.  more...

Pan's People's Babs is still Top of the Pops

A FORMER Pan’s People dancer was at Malvern Theatres to give a special talk at the Worcestershire WI annual meeting.  more...

War worker's 'proud moment'

A LONG wait for recognition is finally over for a Malvern pensioner who played a vital role in the British war effort.  more...

Golden couple met on the dancefloor

A COUPLE who met on the dancefloor of a Worcester academy are celebrating 50 years of marriage today.  more...

Golden couple met on the dancefloor

A COUPLE who met on the dancefloor of a Worcester academy are celebrating 50 years of marriage today.  more...

Wrecking spree will cost thousands to put right

MALVERN is counting the cost of a spate of vandalism which has seen gravestones desecrated, play areas covered in graffiti and phoneboxes smashed.  more...

History buffs to take the public back to the past

THREE of the country's most decisive battles are set to be commemorated in Worcester.  more...

Community service for company credit card man - court

A WORCESTER man who dishonestly bought more than £2,000 of goods and charged the bill to his former employee because he believed he was owed money has been sentenced to 240 hours community service.  more...

One-legged cancer chicken on road to recovery

A CHICKEN with one leg who was the first in the country to receive cancer treatment is recovering well at her home.  more...

Council standards in your hands

WOULD you like to help keep a check on Worcester’s councillors?  more...

Worcester News weather watch

KEEP up with the latest weather forecast with us.  more...

Travel businessman relishes new challenge

WORCESTER man Phil Ashwell has been appointed to the new position of retail sales and operations manager of Midlands Co-op Travel.  more...

Bad start for 2008 reveller - court

A NEW Year’s Eve reveller smashed a car window after being refused treatment at Worcester’s A&E because he was drunk, a court heard.  more...

Swimming club seeks former members

EVESHAM Swimming Club is appealing for past members to get in touch as it celebrates its 30th anniversary.  more...

Swimming club seeks former members

EVESHAM Swimming Club is appealing for past members to get in touch as it celebrates its 30th anniversary.  more...

First woman chief executive takes reins

WORCESTERSHIRE County Council's first female chief executive took over the reins of the top post at the city's County Hall this week.  more...

Wyre Piddle student embarks on big challenge

A UNIVERSITY student from Wyre Piddle will scale great heights to raise money for children in developing countries - she is going to climb the tallest mountain in Africa.  more...

Members memories wanted as club celebrates 30th birthday

EVESHAM Swimming Club is appealing for past members to get in touch as it celebrates its 30th anniversary.  more...

Letters

It’stimetogetserious about climate change

SIR - Worcestershire County Council was this month awarded a prize for its efforts in tackling climate change.  more...

It’s time to get serious about climate change

SIR - Worcestershire County Council was this month awarded a prize for its efforts in tackling climate change.  more...

I still want public money spent wisely

SIR - Nigel Warwick writes under the title council tax is a joy to have to pay' that I personally have "never had to attend a terminal sufferer from blue asbestos poisoning".  more...

Just leave some poison in the cell

SIR - As a man without hope, no wonder the Suffolk Strangler is thought to be suicidal.  more...

I can tell when Mike is talking nonsense

SIR - In response to a recent letter from Labour MP Michael Foster, it is because I paid careful attention to my duties as a councillor that I can so easily recognise when he is spouting nonsense, which seems increasingly to be the case.  more...

MPs are being paid far too much

SIR - In the Worcester News recently there was an article MPs fight plan to reveal expenses' which indicated that the MPs were considering a legal challenge against the disclosure of the addresses of their second homes. Second homes?  more...

Utter nonsense

Councillors Roger Hollingworth and Margaret Sherrey really are talking utter nonsense.  more...

I rest my case

Wakey, wakey S Cashmore. Have you been living in an underground nuclear shelter since 1997? Let me fill you in on what's been happening.  more...

Angry parent

I have just read with disbelief and a great deal of welling anger your article on the schools' tag rugby tournament, entitled Unlucky Losers.  more...

It’s your loss

AS a driver, a pensioner and Rubery resident of Bromsgrove Council I no longer have any interest whatsoever in the recent parking dispute.  more...

Ridiculous answer

With regards to car parking charges -what a ridiculous answer from Councillor Margaret Sherrey.  more...

Questions to ask

I attended the meeting of the Older People's Forum and was a little disappointed at not being able to ask a question that has puzzled me about the abolition of the pensioners' concessionary car parking pass.  more...

It’s no excuse

I totally support the campaign to reinstate the parking permits for senior citizens, as do the residents I represent, as councillor for Sidemoor.  more...

Ten batty things

HERE are ten Batty Things About Bromsgrove 1. The use of the town centre as a traffic route from Kidderminster when this could easily be avoided - none of that polluting procession shops in Bromsgrove 2. Why the Conservatives keep on getting voted in when they perform both disastrously and unprofessionally? (Julie Kirkbride apart) 3. Why is Bromsgrove's position between two motorways not fully exploited?  more...

Where is the vision?

I HAVE lived in Bromsgrove for 17 years now and a major part of what attracted me and my family to come and live here was the atmosphere of a thriving market town with a good mix of quality shops and schools.  more...

There’s no justice

AS a Droitwich resident I feel quite aggrieved that some days in lucky Pershore, because of disruption to their high street, drivers are allowed three hours parking for 10p, especially as the folks in Pershore have a designated two hours free parking area anyway.  more...

Live Match Coverage

Cambridge v Harriers

HARRIERS take on Cambridge United away in the Blue Square Premier on Saturday. Shuttle On-Line will have team line-ups and live match updates from just before the 3pm kick-off.   more...

Memory

100 years ago - April 4, 1908

THE scheme for the resurrection of the unfortunate Enfield Autocar Company proposed by the voluntary liquidator Mr TD Neal, did not go through.  more...

50 years ago - April 4, 1958

REDDITCH Urban District Council, who want to guard against possible rowdyism at the Kingfisher Hall, Redditch, decided on Monday, to allow only one use of the hall for a "rock 'n' roll" dance as an experiment and to consider the other application at a later date.  more...

25 years ago - April 1, 1983

REDDITCH police have discounted suggestions that they are using Big Brother surveillance tactics to spy on people's homes.  more...

Music

Joe’s just one gig away from the talent top spot

A WORCESTERSHIRE singer songwriter has made it to the final of one of the UK's largest talent competitions.  more...

Ukulele fun at the theatre

THE all-singing, all-strumming Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain is performing in Worcestershire next month.  more...

Icon Wilde celebrates 50 years in showbiz

POP legend Marty Wilde returns to Worcester next week to celebrate 50 years in showbusiness.  more...

Tickell to set stage alight with smallpipes

A WOMAN who has spent her life steeped in traditional music is performing at Worcester's Huntingdon Hall.  more...

News

Dryden wants players to tighten up at back

MANAGER Richard Dryden has challenged his Worcester City team to become more miserly towards their opponents.  more...

Ruddock targets historic success

MIKE Ruddock has challenged his Warriors to make history in tomorrow's Guinness Premiership battle with local rivals Gloucester at Sixways (3pm).  more...

Warriors unchanged for derby clash

WORCESTER Warriors director of Rugby Mike Ruddock names the same starting line-up for the fourth consecutive game as they prepare to face Gloucester in a red-hot derby at Sixways tomorrow (3pm).  more...

Warriors tie with Bristol switched

BRISTOL have switched their Guinness Premiership fixture at home to Worcester War-riors on Sunday, May 4 has moved to Saturday, May 3.  more...

Cox try boosts England

ENGLAND'S bid for a fifth IRB World Sevens title in seven years began with a 24-12 win over Canada in Hong Kong.  more...

Magoffin eager to make mark in County team

WORCESTERSHIRE new boy Steve Magoffin has vowed to reproduce the form at New Road which earned him a spot in both of Australia's domestic four-day and one-day competitions teams of the season this month.  more...

Brain tipping Warriors victory

FORMER Worcester Warriors director of rugby and Gloucester legend John Brain is backing the Sixways outfit to come out on top in today's M5 Guinness Premiership derby.  more...

Keeper ready to prove his worth

GOALKEEPER Dean Coleman has vowed to impress manager Mark Yates and win another contract at Harriers.  more...

Keeper ready for Cambridge test

GOALKEEPER Dean Coleman has vowed to impress manager Mark Yates and win a new contract at Kidderminster Harriers.  more...

Rawle fires player warning

MALVERN Town manager Joe Rawle wants his side to buck up their ideas when they visit Willenhall Town tomorrow (3pm).  more...

Malvern closing in on Two West glory

MALVERN director of rugby Dave Robins is hoping that the two week enforced break will have no ill-effects on his players as they look to close out the Midlands Two West title.  more...

Recipes

Spicy Breakfast Burritos

Enjoying a late brunch has to be one of the biggest treats of any weekend or break. There's something luxurious about savouring a leisurely feast, rather than grabbing toast and coffee on the run.  more...

Restaurant Reviews

The Rock Tavern, Stourport on Severn

AS soon as you walk into the Rock Tavern you get a nice feeling about the place. Recently refurbished, the modern-looking restaurant is all brick walls, oak tables, and comfy chairs covered in funky fabrics.  more...

Reviews

CD - The Seldom Seen Kid - Elbow

THE Seldom Seen Kid is the fourth album from Bury-based band Elbow, who were nominated for the Mercury Music Prize with their debut album Asleep in the Back.  more...

DVD - Planet Terror (18)

AFTER toxic gas is leaked into a small town turning the residents into flesh-eating zombies, a band of unlikely heroes team up to fight them, led by Cherry Darling, an ex-gogo dancer who has had her leg eaten off, and her sometime boyfriend and weapons expert, El Wray.  more...

CD - 11 - Bryan Adams

ACCORDING to some reviews, this is 11 tracks of classic Bryan Adams which won't disappoint fans.  more...

DVD - Stardust (12)

FROM start to finish I was entranced by this fairytale which envelopes romance, humour, excitement and intrigue.  more...

DVD - Good Luck Chuck (15)

GOOD Luck Chuck is not a romantic comedy, but a raunchy comedy which is sort of about romance.  more...

Round-Up

Duo set to make their bow

MICHAEL Wylde and Jake Moult are set to make their debuts for Kidderminster Harriers in tomorrow's match at Cambridge United (3pm).  more...

Duo set to make their bow

MICHAEL Wylde and Jake Moult are set to make their debuts for Kidderminster Harriers in tomorrow's match at Cambridge United (3pm).  more...

Bull holds the Power

TERRY Jenkins became the first person in Premier League Darts history to take three points off reigning champion Phil Taylor in a season.  more...

Harriers plan to revive their youth team

KIDDERMINSTER Harriers are planning to relaunch their youth team at Agg-borough next season.  more...

Igoe eyes another promotion success

NEW Here-ford United loan signing Sammy Igoe hopes his past experiences of promotion challenges will help the Edgar Street club realise their dream.  more...

Igoe eyes another promotion success

NEW Hereford United loan signing Sammy Igoe hopes his past experiences of promotion challenges will help the Edgar Street club realise their dream.  more...

Leaders fight back for tense victory

JORAKEROGE gave leaders Cripplegate Guild a fright when they won the opening two games of their Worcester League Division Two clash.  more...

Road to success

ECHELON-Spiuk have had two more fine wins over the past two weeks.  more...

Concern over alcohol levels

AS national Alcohol Awareness week approaches, statistics have revealed that excessive drinking is causing a very real problem for people in Redditch and Bromsgrove and across Worcestershire.  more...

Get cooking

FANS of celebrity chef Rustie Lee will be able to meet her at the signing of her new book at Waterstones in Bromsgrove, on Thursday April 3.  more...

All steamed up

A POP impresario and railway enthusiast will be appearing at a local hall for a fundraising event.  more...

Busy drumming up more support

EVER fancied playing an instrument in a successful and popular local band? Well here's your chance.  more...

Do something amazing

THE National Blood Service is appealing for volunteers to attend a donor session on Wednesday, April 2, at the Members (formerly Labour Club) at 174 Worcester Road, Bromsgrove, from 1.30-3.30pm and again from 4.30-7.30pm. It is recommended donors call 0845 7 711 711 to book an appointment.  more...

Birthday boy Alfred

A CROWD of more than 50 people gathered in the High Street to pay homage to one of England's best loved poets 149 years after his birth in Bromsgrove.  more...

Hospice funds

A KIND-hearted couple from Kidderminster are planning to raise funds for Bromsgrove's Primrose Hospice.  more...

Vintage rally is a diamond day

VINTAGE car enthusiasts Jenny and Graham Ryder were invited to enter their 1946 Wolseley 8 in the annual Parliamentary Classic Car Run, which raised about £5,000 for charity.  more...

Chance to get dogs chipped

DOG lovers can protect their pets by attending a council-led chipping service.  more...

Vale Golf Club swings open its doors

THE Vale Golf Club in Bishampton is staging an Open Day on Saturday, April 5 featuring a host of free fun and games for all the family.  more...

Today's events

Friday Race night at The Community Centre, Ledbury. 7.30pm. Admission free. Organised by Eastnor Cricket Club and Ledbury Swifts Junior Football Club.  more...

Today's events

Friday Race night at The Community Centre, Ledbury. 7.30pm. Admission free. Organised by Eastnor Cricket Club and Ledbury Swifts Junior Football Club.  more...

Colwall to start pre-season training

COLWALL CC start their pre-season indoor training tomorrow night at Ledbury Leisure Centre (John Masefield School) at 7.30pm.  more...

Villiagers’ Wilks hits hat-trick in fine win

MARK Wilks hit a hat-trick as Villagers ran out 6-4 winners at North Worcester Rangers in Division Three of the Worcester and District League.  more...

Powick’s double Easter delight

Heath Town Reserves 1, Powick 3 POWICK completed their third win this season at Heath Town Reserves.  more...

West Malvern keep getting better

Malvern Radar 6, Hallow Village 0 MALVERN Radar went on the rampage against the spirited 10-men of Hallow Village.  more...

Heavy defeat for Reserves

PENCROFT 4, MALVERN TOWN RESERVES 0 MALVERN Town Reserves crashed to defeat at Pencroft as they lacked a killer instinct in the final third.  more...

Jubilant Belmont celebrate victory as Gray proves spot-on at the end

Beauchamp 1, Belmont Keys 2 BELMONT Keys are the new President's Cup winners after beating Beauchamp 2-1 in the final at Ledbury Town.  more...

Latest Worcestershire Planning Applications

THE following Planning Applications were made to Malvern Hills District Council on March 27, 2008:- LONGDON - Replace rotten timber beams and posts. Eversleigh Cottage, Longdon, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 6AR for Philip D Talboys, 18 Long Bay, St Philip, Barbados per Elke Beckley, Eversleigh Cottage, Longdon, Tewkesbury GL20 6AR. LISTED BUILDING APPLICATION.  more...

Latest Worcestershire Planning Applications

THE following Planning Applications were made to Malvern Hills District Council on March 27, 2008:- LONGDON - Replace rotten timber beams and posts. Eversleigh Cottage, Longdon, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 6AR for Philip D Talboys, 18 Long Bay, St Philip, Barbados per Elke Beckley, Eversleigh Cottage, Longdon, Tewkesbury GL20 6AR. LISTED BUILDING APPLICATION.  more...

Cable warning for homeowners

A BUILDER from Malvern is warning homeowners that there could be live electricity cables just a few inches under the ground in their gardens.  more...

One smack costs mother job at school

A SENIOR nurse at Malvern St James has been sacked after events sparked by her smacking her 10-year-old son in the family home.  more...

Upset after memorial garden is vandalised

A MEMORIAL garden planted to remember tragic Malvern teen Samantha Portsmouth has been vandalised.  more...

Police meet draws large crowd

AROUND 100 people attended the latest meeting of the Malvern Police Community Consultative Group (PCCG), held at Malvern St James School on Wednesday evening (March 26).  more...

Bursar who rammed police car resigns

MALVERN St James' bursar has resigned after being convicted for a drink-fuelled, 80mph police chase through the streets of Malvern in which he rammed a patrol car.  more...

Thugs' vandalism spate will cost thousands to set right

MALVERN is counting the cost of a recent spate of vandalism which has seen grave stones desecrated, phoneboxes smashed and play areas covered in graffiti.  more...

Thugs' vandalism spate will cost thousands to set right

MALVERN is counting the cost of a recent spate of vandalism which has seen grave stones desecrated, phoneboxes smashed and play areas covered in graffiti.  more...

Thugs' vandalism spate will cost thousands to set right

MALVERN is counting the cost of a recent spate of vandalism which has seen grave stones desecrated, phoneboxes smashed and play areas covered in graffiti.  more...

Thugs' vandalism spate will cost thousands to set right

MALVERN is counting the cost of a recent spate of vandalism which has seen grave stones desecrated, phoneboxes smashed and play areas covered in graffiti.  more...

Thugs' vandalism spate will cost thousands to set right

MALVERN is counting the cost of a recent spate of vandalism which has seen grave stones desecrated, phoneboxes smashed and play areas covered in graffiti.  more...

Thugs' vandalism spate will cost thousands to set right

MALVERN is counting the cost of a recent spate of vandalism which has seen grave stones desecrated, phoneboxes smashed and play areas covered in graffiti.  more...

Thugs' vandalism spate will cost thousands to set right

MALVERN is counting the cost of a recent spate of vandalism which has seen grave stones desecrated, phoneboxes smashed and play areas covered in graffiti.  more...

Thugs' vandalism spate will cost thousands to set right

MALVERN is counting the cost of a recent spate of vandalism which has seen grave stones desecrated, phoneboxes smashed and play areas covered in graffiti.  more...

Strutting their stuff for charity

CHILDREN and parents will be strutting their stuff on the cat walk when a fundraising fashion show takes place at Somers Park Primary School.  more...

Strutting their stuff for charity

CHILDREN and parents will be strutting their stuff on the cat walk when a fundraising fashion show takes place at Somers Park Primary School.  more...

Strutting their stuff for charity

CHILDREN and parents will be strutting their stuff on the cat walk when a fundraising fashion show takes place at Somers Park Primary School.  more...

Strutting their stuff for charity

CHILDREN and parents will be strutting their stuff on the cat walk when a fundraising fashion show takes place at Somers Park Primary School.  more...

Strutting stuff for a good cause

CHILDREN and parents will be strutting their stuff on the cat walk when a fundraising fashion show takes place at Somers Park Primary School.  more...

Two women and their dogs

RATHER than one man and his dog' it will be a case of two women and their dogs when a determined duo from Malvern tackle a fundraising coast-to-coast walk across Britain.  more...

Rail Yard road application brings in the objectors

MORE than 30 concerned residents attended an extra-ordinary planning meeting to discuss the latest developments in a bid to build 33 new homes on the Old Railway Yard site in Malvern Wells.  more...

Foster service support praise

WORCESTERSHIRE County Council's fostering service has been recognised for its excellent support to foster carers and young people following an Ofsted inspection.  more...

Firm wins counter claim

A REDDITCH labels firm has been awarded £383 against a former employee in a counter claim after he was accused of using a company computer for website pornography.  more...

Joe sings his way to contest finals

A SINGER songwriter from Redditch has won his way through to the final of the largest UK talent competition outside X Factor, Live & Unsigned.  more...

Think about drink intake

AS national Alcohol Awareness week approaches, statistics have revealed that excessive drinking is causing a very real problem for people in Redditch and Bromsgrove, as well as across Worcestershire.  more...

Roundup

Keeper ready to prove his worth

GOALKEEPER Dean Coleman has vowed to impress manager Mark Yates and win a new contract at Kidderminster Harriers.  more...

Keeper ready to prove his worth

GOALKEEPER Dean Coleman has vowed to impress manager Mark Yates and win a new contract at Kidderminster Harriers.  more...

Keeper ready for Cambridge test

GOALKEEPER Dean Coleman has vowed to impress manager Mark Yates and win a new contract at Kidderminster Harriers.  more...

Society

Bromsgrove WI

Millie welcomed friends and visitors to our 91st birthday party. Congratulations to Millie, Pat and Roma who scored 53.5 points (top score 57.5) in the federation quiz.  more...

St Catherine’s Blackwell WI

The March meeting was opened by Diane, our president, who welcomed everyone. She told members about forthcoming events and about the success of the eco day at Burcot village hall.  more...

Spadesbourne Ladies Club

THE March meeting of the Spadesbourne Ladies Club began with the AGM at which the present committee was voted back in. Chairman Betty Long thanked all the members of the club for their support and attendance throughout the year. The main meeting began with some sad news. Jacquie Allen, a long standing member of the club, had passed away earlier in the week. The chairman told members that a card expressing the members' condolences had been sent to Jacquie's sister and to her family.  more...

Wychbold Flower Club

RUTH Bottomley, the chairman, welcomed a good attendance at the March meeting and distributed the membership cards detailing the programme for the coming year.  more...

Wychbold WI

Members turned out in force to attend the March meeting. It was their day - the members' own - when they took over the organising and running of affairs. And what a success they achieved.  more...

Dodford WI

Following our usual business, Caroline Roe, from the Flower Cafe, Catshill, gave a delightful demonstration on producing modern, easy to do, flower arrangements.  more...

Chaddesley Corbett Local History Society

This month's talk will be by Neil Cooke, who will give members some idea of the work that has gone into Recreating the Gardens of Hanbury Hall, since the project was launched in 1993.  more...

Wychbold Women’s Fellowship

Several weeks ago I became aware of the fact that Angela had informed just about everybody in the united parish, perhaps also everybody else with whom she came into contact in her busy life, that I would be 90-years-old at the beginning of March, writes Pay Kay. The result was that many friends wanted to make a celebration and so we declared open house for the day. My house was taken over by teams of friends who made sandwiches and many other delectable goodies to offer hospitality to all who had been kind enough to respond to the invitation to join us. Everybody seemed to be happy to be there and I most certainly was. It was an occassion to remember with Jane Baker's delicious cake, iced by Pat Tonks, shared during a toast drunk in pretty pink Cava. And so I thank you all for your affectionate wishes, gifts and invaluable support and for getting me through this landmark so happily. By the end of March there will have been another celebration, this one honouring the diamond wedding of Pat and Len Tonks. What an achievement! We wish them continued happiness and good health and will join them and their family at the service in Wychbold Church at the end of March. The next meeting will be on Monday, April 21, at 7.30pm in The Poplars.  more...

Chaddesley Corbett Gardeners’ Club

CHRIS Hodgetts addressed our March meeting about the restoration of Hill Close Gardens in Warwick. Chris is an historian and was approached in 1993 by residents in the vicinity of a derelict garden which was proposed for development. The residents believed the garden was of historical value. Chris established that the area was the site of what were called detached gardens. They were used as leisure gardens by town dwellers and despite the fact that they were common in the 18th and 19th century, only three others have survived throughout the country. English Heritage was approached and the gardens are now protected. Our meeting on Wednesday, April 9, is entitled The Green Gym and Philip Aubrey will be talking to us about healthy living and eating vegetables.  more...

Wychbold Flower Club

RUTH Bottomley, the chairman, welcomed a good attendance at the March meeting and distributed the membership cards detailing the programme for the coming year.  more...

Wychbold WI

Members turned out in force to attend the March meeting. It was their day - the members' own - when they took over the organising and running of affairs. And what a success they achieved.  more...

Wychbold Women’s Fellowship

Several weeks ago I became aware of the fact that Angela had informed just about everybody in the united parish, perhaps also everybody else with whom she came into contact in her busy life, that I would be 90-years-old at the beginning of March, writes Pay Kay. The result was that many friends wanted to make a celebration and so we declared open house for the day. My house was taken over by teams of friends who made sandwiches and many other delectable goodies to offer hospitality to all who had been kind enough to respond to the invitation to join us. Everybody seemed to be happy to be there and I most certainly was. It was an occassion to remember with Jane Baker's delicious cake, iced by Pat Tonks, shared during a toast drunk in pretty pink Cava. And so I thank you all for your affectionate wishes, gifts and invaluable support and for getting me through this landmark so happily. By the end of March there will have been another celebration, this one honouring the diamond wedding of Pat and Len Tonks. What an achievement! We wish them continued happiness and good health and will join them and their family at the service in Wychbold Church at the end of March. The next meeting will be on Monday, April 21, at 7.30pm in The Poplars.  more...

Astley

WI - Members met on March 5 and were informed about the Lucy Hingley Lecture which this year is entitled Ouch'. A section of the Worcestershire Way was being walked on March 14 and people were invited to participate. Members were encouraged to get their royal crowns made in preparation for our next meeting when the judging will take place. The winning entry will represent Astley at the Forest Group meeting in April.  more...

Theatre

Titanic opens week of disaster’s anniversary

AN AWARD-winning musical about the fate of RMS Titanic is being staged by Worcester Operatic and Dramatic Society (WODS).  more...

Hello Dolly! is back with Anita in the starring role

Hello Dolly! - winner of 10 Tony awards for Best Musical - has returned to the stage after 20 years, and comes to Malvern Theatres next month.  more...

Triple bill of music and comedy in city

A TRIPLE bill of award-winning comedy comes to Worcester next week.  more...

Spring looks good at the Number 8

SPRING looks good for anyone visiting the Number 8 in Pershore.  more...

Theatre Reviews

Triple bill of music and comedy in city

A TRIPLE bill of award-winning comedy comes to Worcester next week.  more...

This Life - Special Reports

Motorbike men enjoy improving highways

The first call of the day is a report of a loose kerbstone near the entrance to Worcester Sixth Form College.  more...

Upton

Festival details announced

THE first details of this year's Upton Water Festival have been announced.  more...

Easter draw raises £400

AN Easter draw organised by Upton in Bloom was a huge success, raising more than £400.  more...

What'S On

Little Big Time Band at hall

MUSIC lovers are in for a treat when The Little Big Time Band, a section of The City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, brings its music to Inkberrow Village Hall on April 5.  more...

The show will go on thanks to Malcolm

THE forthcoming tour of Lizzie Wiggins - Big Night Out will continue but unfortunately not with the Duchess Of Dudley herself as she has been taken ill and told to rest for a few months.  more...

  
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