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Stories for 3 March 2008
Ask The Vet
Fighting the flab
Having identified risk factors for pets putting on weight, and that damage that this can do to their health and life expectancy, what can we actually do about it? more...
Back On Track Appeal
Appeal gig sold out
A rock and roll night in aid of the Back on Track appeal has sold out. more...
Before The 1900'S
March 1-8
100 Years Ago: more...
Blackboard
Books for Tanzania
Elgar Technology College were approached by Anna Windsor from Warwick University to take part in a scheme which collects old text books that are shipped out to be used in Tanzanian Secondary Schools. The charity is called Read Book Project and information can be found on their website http://www.readinternational.org.uk/ We have managed to collect over 1000 books from various Faculties, including English, Science and Design Technology, and also from the Library. This has been a good way for us to recycle old books usefully rather than them just going to be pulped or to landfill. more...
Business
Film company wins American accolade
FIVE Element Productions, which is based on the Worcestershire-Herefordshire border in the village of Bishop's Frome, has been awarded a finalist certificate from the prestigious New York Festivals 2008 International Film and Video Awards. more...
Success for farm supply organisation
COUNTRYWIDE, the Worcestershire-based farming and rural supplies conglomerate, has annouced first half operating losses significantly reduced to £0.483m from £1.314m last year. more...
Science park’s action call over roads delay
A SPECIAL meeting is to be held to discuss whether Malvern Hills Science Park will be allowed to use a new office and laboratory building before improvements are made to nearby roads. more...
Appeal for raffle prizes to save children’s charity
BUSINESSES across Worcestershire have been pulling together to help a charity for children with special needs. more...
Quad bikes firm backs young rider
A HARTLEBURY-based quad bikes supply business is backing a rising child star who races the machines. more...
Education
Helping hand for schoolmates
OLDER schoolchildren are giving younger pupils a helping hand at playtime. more...
Equestrian
I’m still loving the hunt at 85
WHEN the 2007-2008 hunting season draws to an end, Ivor Stevens will hang up his riding hat, polish and put away his boots and clean up his jacket and breeches ready for the next one. more...
Farmers' Markets
Where to get the best produce
Tomorrow is Mother's Day, the day on which people in this country traditionally honour their mum - whether it is with a simple card, some flowers or some sort of sweet treat. more...
Gardening
Why vegetable seeds are outshining flowers
Not since the war years has vegetable growing been so popular, as gardeners turn their talents to producing more of their own food for better flavour and better health. more...
Good Enough to Eat - Chilli Peppers
If you want to grow something that's going to spice up your food and brighten up your greenhouse later in the year, then try sowing some chilli peppers indoors now. more...
WHAT TO DO THIS WEEK March 1
Plant stored dahlia tubers in pots of potting compost in a frost-free greenhouse to give them a good start. more...
Reg Moule Answers your Questions
Having recently moved to this area I was wondering if there was any way that I could make my alkaline soil more acid as I fear that I will be unable to grow many of my favourite plants in my new garden? more...
Hearts First Wyre Forest 5k
Hundreds in Hearts race
THE entry for Sunday's British heart Foundation Hearts First fun run is well up on last year. more...
Kidder News Latest
House destroyed in fire
AN overnight blaze has left only the walls of a two-storey home standing in rural Wyre Forest. more...
Phones problems - please bear with us
THE Shuttle/Times & News is currently experiencing problems with its phone lines. more...
Phones problems - please bear with us
THE Shuttle/Times & News is currently experiencing problems with its phone lines. more...
Listen to players' Aldershot verdict
KEEPER Chris MacKenzie believes Kidderminster Harriers are determined to end the season strongly after taking heart from Saturday's battling 2-1 defeat to Blue Square Premier leaders Aldershot Town on Saturday. more...
Helping hand for schoolmates
OLDER schoolchildren are giving younger pupils a helping hand at playtime. more...
Shuttle newsdesk phone lines working again
PHONE lines to the Shuttle/Times & News newsdesk are now working again. more...
Shuttle newsdesk phone lines working
PHONE lines to the Shuttle/Times & News newsdesk are now working again. more...
Hundreds in Hearts race
THE entry for Sunday's British heart Foundation Hearts First fun run is well up on last year. more...
Hundreds in Hearts race
THE entry for Sunday's British heart Foundation Hearts First fun run is well up on last year. more...
VIDEO: Prince Harry home
PRINCE Harry has returned from battle-torn Afghanistan and spoken frankly of his experiences there. more...
Appeal gig sold out
A rock and roll night in aid of the Back on Track appeal has sold out. more...
Controversial Tesco application gets another boost
STOURPORT town councillors have voted in favour of a controversial new store bid by Tesco at the former Carpets of Worth factory site. more...
Controversial Tesco application gets another boost
STOURPORT town councillors tonight voted in favour of a controversial bid by Tesco to build a new store at the former Carpets of Worth factory site. more...
Latest
Theatre is now safe for next 25 years
THE future of a Droitwich theatre has been secured for a quarter of a century after a group of volunteers bought the lease. more...
New bishop hails a 'great and joyous occasion'
THE 113th Bishop of Worcester has officially taken office after an enchanting enthronement ceremony was held in the Faithful City's cathedral. more...
Are you the right girl to carry on where Jodi left off as Miss Worcester?
THE race is on to find a glamorous girl with enough style and sophistication to be crowned this year's Miss Worcester. more...
Latest travel news
Check out the latest travel news before you leave for work. more...
Latest travel news
Check out the latest travel news before you head home. more...
Is your child Baby of the Year
IF you think your child has what it takes to win this year's Baby of the Year competition don't forget to get their picture taken! more...
Farm company sees losses plunge
COUNTRYWIDE, the Worcestershire-based farming and rural supplies conglomerate, has announced first half operating losses significantly reduced to £483,000 from £1.314m last year. more...
Final patient meetings set to begin
THE final public meetings of a patient forum begin today. more...
Landlord bans school-run parents from using car park after abuse
PARENTS have been stopped from using a pub car park to drop their children off at a Worcestershire school after one of them allegedly abused a customer. more...
Beautiful flowers for our mums in a million
THESE mums in a million received beautiful Mother's Day bouquets after their artistic daughters won a Worcester News competition. more...
Beautiful flowers for our mums in a million
THESE mums in a million received beautiful Mother's Day bouquets after their artistic daughters won a Worcester News competition. more...
Flood bank to go ahead
FLOOD victims in Worcester have welcomed news that work is to start on a flood bank to prevent incidents such as last summer's devastation. more...
MRSA cases fall to record low in county hospitals
MRSA infections have been slashed by record levels in Worcestershire hospitals as health chiefs win the war against superbugs. more...
COMMENT: Welcome to Worcester, Bishop John
WORCESTER welcomed its new bishop at the weekend with a series of events culminating in his enthronement at the cathedral. more...
Now little Ratty can breathe easy
IT'S good news for water voles in Worcestershire, the creature made famous as Ratty' in The Wind in the Willows. more...
Three men hurt in car crash
THREE men were taken to hospital after the car they were travelling in left the road near a pub in Worcestershire. more...
Dog saved from house fire in Tolladine
A DOG was saved from a house fire in Worcester after a woman and her son returned from a shopping trip. more...
Dog saved from house fire in Tolladine
A DOG was saved from a house fire in Worcester after a woman and her son returned from a shopping trip. more...
Dog saved from house fire in Tolladine
A DOG was saved from a house fire in Worcester after a woman and her son returned from a shopping trip. more...
Worcester News weather watch
Keep up to date with the latest weather forecast and travel news with your Worcester News. more...
Calls for funding for flooded families
THE Government's Rural Advocate is calling for a special fund to help families and businesses recover from environmental disasters, such as the flooding that hit parts of Worcestershire and Herefordshire last summer, and livestock diseases. more...
Urgent care service will stay despite low patient turnout
A DOCTOR-led service designed to take pressure off Worcester’s accident and emergency department will continue even though fewer patients than expected are using it. more...
Youngsters dress for the occasion as Polish school opens
A SATURDAY school specifically for Polish children living in Worcester opened in style at the weekend. more...
Ballet stars take to the stage
A LEADING ballet company is performing three classics at Malvern Theatres this week. more...
Water leak road to re-open
A ROAD closed because of a water leak in Worcester is set to re-open this evening. more...
Latest travel news
Check out the latest travel news before you head home. more...
Three convicted of street attack - court
THREE Malvern men have admitted kicking and punching two men in the street shortly before Christmas. more...
Hereford department store to close
AN independent department store in Hereford is to close its doors after almost 80 years of trading. more...
Man ordered to keep his dog under control
A MAN has been told to keep his dog under control or face serious consequences. more...
Man fined for shouting abuse
A MAN who shouted abuse at security guards has been fined. more...
Farewell to man of many talents
FAMILY, friends and associates from all walks of life gathered at St John's church, Worcester, for the funeral service for Christopher Shaw, "the quintessential Englishman". more...
Painting for mums
CHILDREN from Holy Redeemer Primary School in Pershore took part in an art competition to draw pictures of their mums for Mother's Day. more...
Painting for mums
CHILDREN from Holy Redeemer Primary School in Pershore took part in an art competition to draw pictures of their mums for Mother's Day. more...
Theatre project gains momentum
EVESHAM'S open air theatre project is gaining momentum and details for a forthcoming meeting have now been finalised. more...
Inquest opens
AN INQUEST into the death of a Polish agricultural worker who died in a field in Offenham after he was electrocuted was due to open today. more...
Twin town opportunity
PERSHORE residents interested in visiting the twin town of Bad Neustadt are being asked to contact the town hall. more...
Evesham tops for festivals
THERE were not many towns that had so much to offer in the way of festivals and visitor attractions as Evesham, according to Vernon Powell, chairman of the Vale of Evesham Commerce and Tourism Association. more...
Cadets reach for the skies
THREE fearless young Air Cadets took to the skies for the first time and did so in style by performing a range of aerobatics. more...
Talented teachers, committed pupils
A MIXTURE of talented teachers and committed pupils contributed to a satisfactory' Ofsted report at a Pinvin school. more...
No to holiday home plan
A SCHEME to create 15 new holiday homes lodges in Eckington will not get the backing of the parish council. more...
Police warning after distraction burglaries
EVESHAM residents have been told to be on the lookout for two callous' criminals claiming to be from the water board. more...
Police warning after distraction burglaries
EVESHAM residents have been told to be on the lookout for two callous' criminals claiming to be from the water board. more...
Distraction burglary warning
WEST Mercia Police have issued a warning to elderly or vulnerable residents following two distraction burglaries in the Wychavon area. more...
Worker's death was accidental
A POLISH agricultural worker who died in a field in Offenham after he was electrocuted was killed accidentally, an inquest jury decided today. more...
Letters
We need more people like George Cowley
SIR - I was heartened to read Mr George Cowley's recent letter expressing support for his local police office and community support officers. more...
Funeral directors work around clock
SIR - On February 11, 2008, Dr Brownbridge wrote in relation to the Government requiring GPs to work extra unsocial hours for no additional remuneration. more...
There can only be one law in the UK
SIR - Undoubtedly the Archbishop of Canterbury is a man of great intellect and the highest integrity. more...
We must remember the brave soldiers
SIR - Now that John Hewlett has passed over to his eternal reward it is to be hoped his immense contribution to the memory of those who gave their lives in two wars will not be overlooked or forgotten. more...
Can you pen a letter for me, George?
SIR - As George Cowley is such a prolific letter writer, I wonder if he would write one for me to Councillor Richard Udall? I am not sure if Mr Udall still lives in England, or has taken up residence in one of his beloved EU countries, because he still has not answered my two questions I asked in my previous letters to him. They are as follows: 1. Can he prove it is a minority against the EU? more...
Can you pen a letter for me, George?
SIR - As George Cowley is such a prolific letter writer, I wonder if he would write one for me to Councillor Richard Udall? I am not sure if Mr Udall still lives in England, or has taken up residence in one of his beloved EU countries, because he still has not answered my two questions I asked in my previous letters to him. They are as follows: 1. Can he prove it is a minority against the EU? more...
Can you pen a letter for me, George?
SIR - As George Cowley is such a prolific letter writer, I wonder if he would write one for me to Councillor Richard Udall? I am not sure if Mr Udall still lives in England, or has taken up residence in one of his beloved EU countries, because he still has not answered my two questions I asked in my previous letters to him. They are as follows: 1. Can he prove it is a minority against the EU? more...
Why do we pay more for energy?
SIR - Mr Luff says he's just come back from Brussels after discussing business on behalf of the Enterprise committee which he chairs. One of the issues was energy - so could I ask why we are paying more for energy than France, Germany and Spain? more...
I’m just as worthy as you are, John
SIR - John Norwood writes with superior middle-class snobbery of the "kind of people" that live in high-rise flats. I live in a community housing flat - in God's eyes, I am just as worthy a citizen as you. more...
Weneedvisionfora great riverside area
SIR - I recently received a copy of the riverside conservation area appraisal. more...
We need vision for a great riverside area
SIR - I recently received a copy of the riverside conservation area appraisal. more...
Councillors need facts before voting
SIR - What has happened to valuing people and choices? more...
Please keep our pathways tidy
SIR - Further to my letter concerning the pavement from Dines Green to Crown East, I am delighted to say with all the brambles the hedge has been cut. more...
Who is responsible for the tax rise?
SIR - In the Worcester News letters recently, Mr Bird accused Councillor Layland of helping to vote through cuts by the council, having abstained in the voting. I am sure Councillor Layland's experience tells him how to vote or when to abstain and, after reading Mr Weaver of the city finance department reporting a shortfall in the Labour Government's funding, obviously economies were necessary. more...
Mr Bray’s comment was very misleading
SIR - Re Forced out of the market' on Thursday, February 21 by Mr Nunan from Bray Associates. The comments were very misleading. To say they would pay our rent for a month on the new stall was totally untrue. We still had to pay £30. Second, to say we only had to move 10ft was a total understatement. We suggest this person needs a new tape measure. more...
At last, Ofgen has stood up for us
SIR - Finally, Ofgen has finally stood up for the customers. Not before time. Now they should get in among the energy suppliers for over-charging customers because there's no real competition among the top six suppliers. It almost looks as if they are running a cartel. more...
If you don’t like UK, why not leave?
SIR - Britain is not a "Third World Country", Mr Evans (Letters, February 20). It is by far the best nation in the world. Why don't you emigrate if you dislike your homeland so much? more...
Why object to these courteous bikers?
ON a recent beautiful weekend my wife and I went for a pleasant walk in the Wyre Forest, followed by a lovely lunch in Bewdley by the river. more...
Shop closer to home
Why does M Baker, of Dorsett Road, have to travel all the way to Warndon Villages to visit Tesco? (Letters, February 21) There is an adequate Tesco store in Kidderminster whose distance would cut down on the carbon footprint of this person! more...
Inconsiderate actions make others suffer
I WAS amazed to discover on no fewer than three occasions the miniature island in front of the Kidderminster minor injuries, formerly A&E, was blocked by the transport vehicle the health service employs. more...
Landscaping overdue at Top reserve
TWICE a day, over the last 20 years, my wife or I have walked our dogs over the Burlish Top Nature Reserve. more...
Inconsiderate actions make others suffer
I WAS amazed to discover on no fewer than three occasions the miniature island in front of the Kidderminster minor injuries, formerly A&E, was blocked by the transport vehicle the health service employs. more...
LETTER FROM BRUSSELS
THERE is increasing concern throughout the UK about the proposed closure of up to 300 primary schools - a problem especially for rural communities, where pupils would have to travel considerable distances to find another school. more...
ROADS: Years of neglect
THE state of Kidderminster's roads are disgraceful. The blame for this must fall with MPs and council officials in our area and, in fact, the whole country. more...
Guinea pig thanks
It is through your paper we would like to say a heartfelt thank you to all the local residents who have made generous donations to Sunnyside Guinea Pig Trust. more...
Saving time on blood tests
I heartily support Gill Atkin's views regarding the proposed introduction of an appointment system for blood tests. more...
Traffic volume to blame?
AS the motor vehicle is one of the greatest drug' abuses of the 21st century, has it occurred to anyone that the state of our pot-holed roads maybe the result of simple wear and tear by the sheer volume of traffic using them? more...
Loss of trees
I WRITE in wholehearted support of the two gentlemen whose letters you printed in last week's Malvern Gazette, both of whom are called Owen. Whilst my name is not Owen, I certainly have something else in common with them - my wish to see the retention, nay, improvement of greenery in our town. more...
School tables
IT was pleasing to read your article on Key Stage 3 tests and I echo the positive conclusions she draws about local Secondary schools. more...
Mental health services
IN a week which has seen the opening of the state of the art health centre at Prospect View, I read in the Malvern Gazette of February 29 that yet another mental health unit in Malvern is earmarked for closure. This comes not 12 months after the closure of St Anne's Orchard at Link Top and the loss of the much valued service provided there. Presumably that too was a cost saving venture thinly disguised as progress yet what is left to replace it no-one seems to be quite sure beyond the site of a once magnificent building now rapidly becoming a dilapidated eyesore and completely unsaleable to boot! It seems the same fate now awaits the eight bedded Sheffield House in Barnards Green. more...
Local Walks
The circuit of the Avon Valley
This circuit of the Avon valley includes some lovely villages and the chance to admire the Georgian townscape and Norman abbey at Pershore. more...
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News
Discipline was key to winning the match declares Ruddock
WARRIORS' director of rugby Mike Ruddock lavished praise on match-winner Shane Drahm after watching the Aussie boot Worcester to an impressive 22-15 victory over Sale Sharks at Edgely Park. more...
City boss in plea to give his rookies fair chance
MANAGER Richard Dryden insists everyone at Worcester City needs to support the club's youngsters between now and the end of the season. more...
Defender extends loan
SHREWSBURY defender Luke Jones has extended his loan stay at Harriers for another month but midfielder Matthew Bailey returns to Wolverhampton Wanderers after failing to impress. more...
Philip Serrell
Plate sold for £600 could fetch £15,000
I was recently called out to a local house to look at a variety of items, among them, a very expensive-looking box, about 12 inches across, which when opened revealed a silk-like cushion. more...
Phillpot Files
Democracy is in retreat as EU takes a tighter grip
BACK in the 1930s, large numbers of people were followers of Oswald Mosley, self-styled fuhrer of Britain's fascists. more...
Pryce'S People
Liverpool lad whose flair for the classical has got him to the top
HE may not have the popular recognition of Lennon and McCartney, Ken Dodd or, if your memory goes back that far, Ted Ray, but Ian Venables is another major talent to come out of Liverpool. more...
Reader'S Pictures
SPRING HAS SPRUNG
Worcester News reader Andy Brown sent in this picture of daffodils. Send in your snaps to the address above. more...
SPRING HAS SPRUNG
Worcester News reader Andy Brown sent in this picture of daffodils. more...
Round-Up
Perrywood to meet Martley Spurs in final
THE final of the Worcester League Katherine Rayer Cup final will be between Perrywood and Martley Spurs. more...
New season to get up and running
WORCESTER Triathlon Club will get the new season under way with their annual race in Peopleton, near Pershore, on Sunday, March 16. more...
Jones duo wrap up double Ross victory
THE husband and wife team of trainer Simon and jockey Lucy Jones stole the show at the Ross Harriers meeting at Garnons when they scored a double with Dancing Credit and Derawar. more...
Pershore facing up to threat of relegation
ALTHOUGH survival is a mathematical possibility, Pershore's unfortunate 24-20 defeat at the hands of title-chasers Berry Hill means that the Vale side will almost certainly be playing their rugby in Midlands Four next season. more...
Wanderers thwarted by Old Leams
DESPITE making a bright start to to their Midlands Four West (South) match with Old Leamingtonians, Worcester Wanderers suffered a 17-0 defeat. more...
New lifeline for water voles
WATER voles, almost extinct in the county except for small colonies around Bromsgrove, are now a protected species. more...
Be a festival volunteer
THE new chairman of Rubery Festival has appealed to local people and businesses to get involved in this year's event. more...
Lorraine is so caring
A SIDEMOOR woman has been awarded with the first ever Helping Hands Home Care Carer of The Year Award for Bromsgrove. more...
You can jump for it
A WORCESTERSHIRE-based charity is asking townsfolk to jump for it. Chernobyl 2000 held a parachute jump in February, raising £972.50 for the charity, which organises aid convoys to the children of Belarus living with the effects of the Chernobyl disaster. more...
Celebrating 20 years of fundraising
A MOTHER'S relentless battle to help find a cure for leukaemia, after the death of her son nearly 20 years ago, has resulted in well over half a million pounds being raised for Leukaemia Research. more...
Man dies in car crash
A FIFTY-TWO-YEAR-OLD man died after the car he was driving overturned in Clent. more...
Pupils go on trial
PUPILS from a Bromsgrove school will be defending their title of Worcestershire champions as they prepare to go on trial. Students from Aston Fields Middle face opposition from 14 other schools, including Rubery-based Waseley Hills High, in this year's county heat of the national schools' mock trial. Teams of students, aged from 12 to 14, have been preparing the prosecution and defence of a specially written criminal case taking on the role of lawyers, witnesses, magistrates and court staff. Their performances will be judged by real magistrates and other legal professionals. The 14th national schools mock trial competition is to be held on Saturday, March 8, at Worcester Crown Court. more...
Lorry is blown over
BROMSGROVE firefighters were called out to an accident on the M5 on Sunday, March 2. A lorry was blown over in the incident, which happened at around 3am between junctions 4a and 5. One person was trapped and released through the windscreen and was later taken to hospital. more...
Girls are full of cheer
DESPITE the lack of goals, there was at least some cheer at the home of Bromsgrove Rovers on Saturday, when supporters were treated to a performance from South Bromsgrove High School's cheerleading group - South's Finest. more...
Tuck in mum this one’s for you
A SUPER treat was in store for mums at St John's Middle School in Bromsgrove when they were invited to a slap up meal to celebrate Mothers' Day. more...
Your group could win a cash grant
LOCAL community groups are being given the chance to get a grant of up to £50,000 from the owners of the firm that publishes the Advertiser. more...
Keep an eye on glaucoma
A SPA opticians is urging the over 40s to have regular eye examinations to help detect the onset of glaucoma, the second largest cause of blindness in the UK. more...
Help to spring clean canals
TOWNSFOLK are being asked to lend a hand to give the local canal network a spring clean. more...
Your group could win a cash grant
LOCAL community groups are being given the chance to get a grant of up to £50,000 from the owners of the firm that publishes the Advertiser. more...
Pacers off the pace in final match
EVESHAM Pacers crashed to yet another defeat in their last Worcestershire Winter League outing. more...
Lunchtime runs set to carry on
FOLLOWING on from a very successful experimental period last month, officials at Evesham Running Club have decided that, in addition to the established club meetings on Monday and Wednesday nights 7 pm at the Trumpet, lunchtime runs on Thursdays will become part of the regular programme. more...
Spoils of a sailing season handed out
MEMBERS of the Evesham club gathered at the Beckford Hotel for the annual presentation evening and dinner. more...
All the latest angling news
Evesham Jubilee Society THE final round of the Jubilee Fishery Winter League took place last Sunday when both Jubilee and Phil's Pools were used. more...
Airgun League round-up
Evesham and District Airgun League Results: Badsey Rec 254 (A Green 48), Lygon Arms 279 (K Harris, C Ambrose 48); Bengeworth Club 257 (D Saxton 47), Nomads 251 (A Ewins 46); Honeybourne RC 258 (P Skrypczuk 48), Campden RBL 266 (B Wright, R Pitcher 47); Offenham RBL 284 (C Roberts, Miss A Lewis 49), Wickhamford SSC 271 (D Baglin 47); Stanton Club 275 (K Rose, E Howell, D Staniforth 47), Badsey RBL 263 (J Richard 49). more...
Courts set for record number of matches
Prudden Road Surfacing Summer Tennis League THE league staged its annual general meeting when clubs were informed that there will be a new record entry of 16 junior sides and 43 men's teams and the formation of a new fifth division for the 2008 season. more...
Dan and Darren triumph after a long haul
AFTER four months of action in Evesham Golf Club's Winter League, the final came down to a battle between Dan Haines and Darren Nightingale and father and son pairing Jonathan and Jake Payne. more...
Gallant Pershore appear set for relegation
Berry Hill 24pts, Pershore 20 ALTHOUGH survival is a mathematical possibility, Saturday's unfortunate defeat at the hands of the title chasers means that Pershore will almost certainly be playing their rugby in Midlands Four next season. more...
Today's events
Monday Winterschool - mixed media and collage workshop with Angie and Jeanette at Ledbury Artplace, 5a Worcester Road, Ledbury. £210. 01531 633100. more...
Latest Herefordshire Planning Applications
THE following Planning Applications were made to Herefordshire Council on February 29, 2008:- BROMYARD - Reduce crown of Ash tree by 20% and remove one lower branch extending towards neighbouring property. 31 Old Road, Bromyard, Herefordshire, HR7 4BQ for Mr D Lloydlangston, 7 Fernhill Close, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 0JL. more...
Latest Herefordshire Planning Applications
THE following Planning Applications were made to Herefordshire Council on February 29, 2008:- BROMYARD - Reduce crown of Ash tree by 20% and remove one lower branch extending towards neighbouring property. 31 Old Road, Bromyard, Herefordshire, HR7 4BQ for Mr D Lloydlangston, 7 Fernhill Close, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 0JL. more...
Firm commitment to new bridge within a year
A FIRM commitment of fixing Colwall Bridge within one year has been issued by Herefordshire Council and Network Rail. more...
Firm commitment to new bridge within a year
A FIRM commitment of fixing Colwall Bridge within one year has been issued by Herefordshire Council and Network Rail. more...
New computers are just the job
THE Pickersleigh Computer Club has just bought new computers thanks to a grant of £1,000 from the county council's Worcestershire Youth Support Fund. more...
More and more join green revolution
MORE Malvern residents are joining the green revolution and recycling their rubbish, according to new figures released last week. more...
Caught supplying heroin
A MAN convicted of a drugs-related killing seven years ago was caught by police supplying heroin to a friend. more...
Lacing boots for 500-mile trek
TWO colleagues from technology firm Qinetiq will be lacing up their walking boots for a 500-mile trek on a centuries-old pilgrim trail. more...
Roundup
Defender extends loan
SHREWSBURY defender Luke Jones has extended his loan stay at Harriers for another month but midfielder Matthew Bailey returns to Wolverhampton Wanderers after failing to impress. more...
Schools News
Pupils paintings go on show in Beijing
POSTERS created by children at a Worcester school will form part of an exhibition to be displayed at the Olympics in Beijing this summer. more...
Schools rewarded for healthy food
TWO Worcester schools and a city restaurant have been presented with a prestigious award. more...
Theatre Reviews
Magical music and magnificent dancing
MAGIC moments are not random affairs - they come about by design. more...
Innovation makes Gradgrind such a delight
THOMAS Gradgrind in Dickens' Hard Times is a man with no time for poetry, theatre or other creative pursuits. more...
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March 1-8
This week in 1988: more...
Worcester'S New Bishop 2008
Enthronement
The enthronement of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester (09325302) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester (09325302) more...
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Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester (09325303) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester (09325303) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325303) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325304) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325305) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325306) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325307) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325308) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325309) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325310) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325311) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325312) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325313) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325314) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325315) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325316) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (courtesy The Diocese of Worcester) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (courtesy The Diocese of Worcester) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (courtesy The Diocese of Worcester) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (courtesy The Diocese of Worcester) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (courtesy The Diocese of Worcester) more...
Enthronement
Pictures from the enthronement ceremony of Dr John Inge as Bishop of Worcester, March 1, 2008 (09325301) more...
Worcestershire Wildlife Trust
First Bewick’s swan to arrive… and last to leave
Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) Slimbridge, Glos GL2 7BT, UK T : 01453 891176 more...
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