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Stories for 7 May 2008
5 - 7 Years
Angelina Ballerina - How to be a ballet star by Katherine Holabird and Helen Craig
Angelina is a pretty little mouse who wants more than anything else to become a ballerina. more...
Delilah Darling is on the Stage by Jean Willis
Delilah Darling is desperate to play the part of the gingerbread man in the school play. So when Horrible Charlotte Griggs gets the part instead, Delilah is cross. more...
My Brother's Famous Bottom goes Camping by Jeremy Strong
The carrot's name was Sprout. Cecily Sprout. more...
Katie the Revolting Baby by Mary Hooper
'Crumbs' Flicka said as soon as I opened the door. 'Is that the baby?' She stood back, aghast. 'What've you done to her?' Katie thought looking after her sister's baby would be easy. But one tin of golden syrup, some scrambled egg, newspaper print, a lot of boot polish, an earwig, half a caterpillar and a dirty log later, things look very different indeed. more...
8 - 10 Years
Tangshan Tigers - The Stolen Jade by Dan Lee
Matt James is thrilled to win a place at the Beijing International Academy for Martial Arts. more...
Eco-Worriers Tree Troubles by Kathryn Lamb
Lola and Evie are extremely worried about the state of the planet and are determined to get their school to go green. more...
Animal Investigator's Mission 2 - Ghost Dogs by Susan Gates
When expert tracker Ellis is sent to investigate stories of greyhound poisoning, he is shocked to come face-to-face with a strange feral boy, and a pack of what seem to be ghostly dogs. more...
Sky Wolves by Livi Michael
When Sam's aunt rescues a lost dog, Sam knows that something incredible is going to happen. Jenny the Jack Russell may be a stray, but she is no ordinary dog. Jenny is more special than Sam could ever imagine. more...
Alcester
Conservation area proposals
RESIDENTS from Alcester and the surrounding area are being invited to take part in a public consultation over plans to extend the town's conservation area. more...
Residents given chance to speak
BIDFORD residents are being asked to voice their opinions in the next PACT meeting which will be held at Bidford on Avon Parish Rooms on Wednesday, May 14. more...
Students compete in menu challenge
THINGS were really heating up in the kitchens at St Benedict's Catholic High School recently as students spent a day competing for the chance to dish up a real meal in a real pub kitchen as part of the 3F (Future of Food is Fun) challenge. more...
A spot of clowning
FOUR students at Alcester Grammar School spent the day clowning around last week, without any risk of being told off for it. more...
A spot of clowning
FOUR students at Alcester Grammar School spent the day clowning around last week, without any risk of being told off for it. more...
Councillors hold on to their seats
IN last week's elections for Stratford District Council, there was no change for Alcester and surrounding areas. more...
Back On Track Appeal
Are you sitting on a treasure?
DUST off your antiques, paintings, prized heirlooms and other items you wish to have valued by a team of experts and head off to the Swan Centre in Kidderminster tomorrow. more...
Are you sitting on a treasure?
DUST off your antiques, paintings, prized heirlooms and other items you wish to have valued by a team of experts and head off to the Swan Centre in Kidderminster tomorrow. more...
Are you sitting on a treasure?
DUST off your antiques, paintings, prized heirlooms and other items you wish to have valued by a team of experts and head off to the Swan Centre in Kidderminster on Friday. more...
Bikers back with home comforts
TWO young mountain bikers have completed their 800-mile odyssey from Stourport Sports Club to John O'Groats to raise money for the Back on Track appeal. more...
Body And Soul
Why a fake tan may be the way forward
SUN worshippers love the idea of achieving a bronzed body for the beach. If that means cooking themselves like so many sausages on a spit then so be it' seems to be the attitude, especially from young people. more...
Business
Estate agents merge
ESTATE agents Town & Country, which has offices in Worcester, Droitwich and Pershore, has merged with Nigel Poole & McGinn. more...
It’s noisy, but trade is going very well
TWO traders in Droitwich have said their businesses are flourishing despite the ongoing building work in the town's shopping centre. more...
Clubs & Societies
St Mary’s Wives Group, Wythall
THE group held its AGM on Thursday, March 27. more...
Redditch Garden Society
DUNCAN Coombs from Pershore College was a most welcome speaker at the April meeting. more...
Probus Club of Alcester
THE 247th meeting of the club took place at the Hollybush Hotel, Alcester, on Wednesday, April 23. more...
Inkberrow WI
ON St George's Day in Merrie England, Inkberrow was host to Lenchton/ Redditch/ Saltway Group of WI's, offering a warm welcome and the opportunity to share information on activities and outings in the year of Worcestershire's 90th birthday celebrations. more...
Inkberrow Horticultural Society
MEMBERS and guests of Inkberrow Horticultural Society enjoyed a right royal treat on St George's Day when David Howard, the Estate Manager at Highgrove, The Prince of Wales' estate in Gloucestershire, gave a talk on The Philosophy of Highgrove. more...
Guide Dogs for the Blind
THE newly formed Bromsgrove and Redditch fund raising committee for Guide Dogs for the Blind recently held a collection outside Morrisons which raised £1,878. more...
Alcester & District Local History Society
DESERTED medieval villages of Warwickshire and Worcestershire was the title of the most recent talk at Alcester and District Local History Society. more...
Alcester Conservative Wives
ALCESTER Conservative Wives' annual dinner was held in April when members enjoyed an excellent lunch at Essence restaurant in Alcester. more...
Cricket
Batsmen battle to share points
Romsley (15pts) 225 all out
Avoncroft (9pts) 179-8
Match drawn
more...
Narrow defeat
Droitwich (5pts) 147 all out Worcester (20pts) 148-9 Worcester won by one wicket IN a thrilling finale, Droitwich were narrowly defeated by local rivals Worcester in Saturday's Crusader Worcestershire League Division One match at St Peters Fields. more...
Catterall hits ton as Ombersley flourish
Ombersley (24pts) 234-9 Water Orton (4pts) 102 all out Ombersley win by 132 runs A MAGNIFICIENT unbeaten 123 from Duncan Catterall gave Ombersley a dream start to life in Birmingham and District Division Two. more...
Boars settle for draw as run chase falters
Dorridge (15pts) 247-8 Bromsgrove (8pts) 233-8 Match drawn BROMSGROVE fell short in a run chase that should have been a formality, as they drew their opening Birmingham and District League Division One encounter. more...
Brown leads by example
Barnt Green (24pts) 187-8 Shifnal (3pts) 85 all out Barnt Green won by 102 runs SKIPPER Dougie Brown ripped through the Shifnal batting line-up as Barnt Green kicked off their Birmingham and District Premier Division campaign with a victory. more...
Green off the mark
BARNT Green CC skipper Dougie Brown praised his side's discipline after they got their Birmingham and District Premier League season off to a winning start with victory over Shifnal. more...
Ej News Pic Gal Regatta
Evesham Regatta 2008
General view shot of all of the boats at Evesham regatta more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Rowing action fromEvesham v Stratford women coxed novice at evesham regatta more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Rowing action from Evesham v Stratford women coxed novice at Evesham regatta more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Rowing action from Evesham v Stratford women coxed novice at Evesham regatta more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
competitors get ready for their race at Evesham Regatta at the weekend more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Crowds gathered to watch Evesham Regatta more...
Evesham Regatta
Competitors gathered their things ready for their race more...
Evesham Regatta
Tim Messent commentated during Evesham Regatta's event more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Stratford girls coxed, ready for their race more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Stratford girls coxed, ready for their race more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Mens senior four single skull more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Aaron odell and his son Max,two watch the Evesham regatta races more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Aaron odell and his son Max,two watch the Evesham regatta races more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Competitors get ready for their race more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Competitors get ready for their race more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Competitors get ready for their race more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Crowds came to watch Evesham regatta more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Crowds gathered to watch Evesham Regatta more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
A cardiff rower fell in to the water whilst during her race more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Evesham v Gloucetser rowiung club junior 14 more...
Evesham Regatta 2008
Evesham v Gloucetser rowing club junior 14 more...
Fixtures
Football fixture list
SATURDAY KIDDERMINSTER AND DISTRICT FOOTBALL LEAGUE Premier Division: Ounsdale Athletic v Cradley Heath. more...
Cricket fixture list
SATURDAY CRUSADER WORCESTERSHIRE CRICKET LEAGUE FIRST XI Division One: Astwood Bank v Droitwich Spa; Barnards Green v Bromyard; Redditch v Oldswinford; Stourbridge v Netherton; Worcester v Eastnor; Worcester Nomads v Pershore. more...
Football
Rubery smash seven to go up
RUBERY Ladies confirmed the runners-up spot and promotion to Birmingham County League Division One after an emphatic 7-3 victory over Tipton at Bay Tree Farm on Sunday. more...
Madras romp to Boycot win
A BRAND new season in the Droitwich Sunday Leisure League got off to a flying start this week as Real Madras romped home to a 5-0 rout of Boycot FC. more...
Happy farewell for boss Singh
BARNT Green Spartak gave their departing boss GJ Singh a happy send-off, at Lye Meadow on Saturday, as they beat Bereton Social 2-1 in the Midland Combination Premier Division. more...
Boys bag district title
CATSHILL Middle School's football team were crowned District Champions after a 1-0 win over Westacre. more...
General
Treats from Rustie's world
KIDDERMINSTER celebrity, Rustie Lee, will make her mark when she signs copies of her new book this weekend. more...
Historic Pictures
Bates Hill Methodist Chapel Sunday School
THIS photograph shows members of the Sunday school at Bates Hill Methodist Chapel performing a play in about 1931. Pictured from left to right are Philip Clarke, Betty Smith, Marjorie Cryer, Margaret King, Laurie Greenhill, not known, Edna Savory, not known, and Robert Goodall. The picture was sent in by Margaret Smith, of Church Hill. more...
In Brief
Tattoo theft
MORE than £700 worth of equipment has been stolen from a Redditch tattoo parlour. more...
Church fayre
A Spring Fayre is being held at Alvechurch Baptist Church this Saturday May 10 from 10am-2pm. There are a variety of stalls including plants, toys, books, paintings, cakes and box of delights'. more...
Junior Sports
Young Spa side bag runners-up spot
DROITWICH Rugby Club under-7s once again played some fantastic rugby to emerge as runners-up at the prestigious Moseley Tag Rugby Tournament on Sunday. more...
Awesome foursome
JUNIOR FOOTBALL: Bromsgrove Town B under-10s 4 Woodgate Warriors 0. more...
Awesome foursome
JUNIOR FOOTBALL: Bromsgrove Town B under-10s 4 Woodgate Warriors 0. more...
Awesome foursome
JUNIOR FOOTBALL: Bromsgrove Town B under-10s 4 Woodgate Warriors 0. more...
Town draw blank for first time
JUNIOR FOOTBALL: Bromsgrove Town Colts under-13s 0, Warriors 2. more...
Boars win Stourbridge tournament
BROMSGROVE under-16s capped an impressive run of form with victory at the Robert Bick Memorial 10s rugby tournament held at Stourbridge RFC. Bromsgrove arrived in confident mood, unbeaten in six games in March and April. more...
Tournament win for Droitwich
DROITWICH under-9s brought their first season of contact rugby to a fine conclusion by winning the Moseley Tournament on Sunday, beating teams from Moseley, Hereford, Old Halesonians and local rivals Worcester to lift the trophy. more...
Girls beaten in final
JUNIOR FOOTBALL: Rubery FC round-up. more...
Kidder News Latest
Are you sitting on a treasure?
DUST off your antiques, paintings, prized heirlooms and other items you wish to have valued by a team of experts and head off to the Swan Centre in Kidderminster on Friday. more...
Workers right to strike
SHUTTLE Online readers are right behind the striking oil refinery works in Scotland. more...
Workers right to strike
SHUTTLE Online readers are right behind the striking oil refinery works in Scotland. more...
Charity lunch sold out
A WYRE Forest charity's annual luncheon is a sell-out with 170 tickets sold for the event at the Granary Hotel and Restaurant, Shenstone, next Wednesday. more...
Courses planned for illness sufferers
ADULTS living with a long-term illness are being invited to a meeting in Wribbenhall to find out more about a free courses which could help them. more...
Courses planned for illness sufferers
ADULTS living with a long-term illness are being invited to a meeting in Wribbenhall to find out more about a free courses which could help them. more...
Courses planned for illness sufferers
ADULTS living with a long-term illness are being invited to a meeting in Wribbenhall to find out more about free courses which could help them. more...
Death of civic stalwart
AN expert in municipal law and leading light with Kidderminster Charter Trustees has died in hospital from heart failure. more...
Row threatens vital minibus
A PARKING dispute could force an Age Concern minibus off the road, depriving elderly people of vital services and the charity of thousands of pounds of fund-raising. more...
New Tesco store reconsidered
PLANNING chiefs will re-consider the application to build a new Tesco supermarket in the Carpets of Worth factory site in Stourport after an objector raised a concern about air quality. more...
Tea party for charity
VISITORS to a Bewdley veterinary clinic will be served tea and biscuits during a party which will raise money for charity. more...
Tea party for charity
VISITORS to a Bewdley veterinary clinic will be served tea and biscuits during a party which will raise money for charity. more...
Poignant visit to tragedy site
THE parents of a 21-year-old Trimpley woman who was killed in an extreme sport accident in New Zealand have spoken about their poignant visit to the site where she died. more...
MoD hits back in damages claim
LAWYERS for the Ministry of Defence today hit back against a claim for over £1 million in damages by a former soldier who says negligence has left him suicidally depressed and unemployable. more...
Five walk free from court
THREE men and two women who took part in a £46,000 scam nearly three years ago have walked free from Worcester Crown Court because they have changed their lifestyles. more...
Scam five walk free from court
THREE men and two women who took part in a £46,000 scam nearly three years ago have walked free from Worcester Crown Court because they have changed their lifestyles. more...
Free testing for learning difficulties
A SPECIAL school opening day is offering free and cut-price testing for anyone who feels they may have dyslexia or a learning difficulty. more...
Kidder Sport News
Trials a success
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers' new youth team will be working hard on the pitch and in the class room next season after agreeing a deal with a consortium of schools and colleges in the Wyre Forest area. more...
Kidz Competitions
Win a trip to the Beijing with your WN!
WE have teamed up with McDonald’s, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience more...
Win a trip to the Beijing with your WN!
WE have teamed up with McDonald’s, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience more...
Win a trip to the Beijing with your WN!
WE have teamed up with McDonald’s, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience more...
Win a trip to the Beijing with your WN!
WE have teamed up with McDonald’s, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience more...
Win a trip to the Beijing with your WN!
WE have teamed up with McDonald’s, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience more...
Win a trip to the Beijing with your WN!
WE have teamed up with McDonald’s, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience more...
Win a trip to the Beijing with your WN!
WE have teamed up with McDonald’s, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience more...
Win a trip to the Beijing with your WN!
WE have teamed up with McDonald’s, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience more...
Win a trip to the Beijing with your WN!
WE have teamed up with McDonald’s, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience more...
Win a trip to Beijing with your WN!
We’ve teamed up with McDonald’s, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience. more...
Win a trip to Beijing with your WN!
We’ve teamed up with McDonald’s, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience. more...
Win a trip to Beijing with your WN!
WE'VE teamed up with McDonald's, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience. more...
Latest
Well dressing is a huge success
RECORD numbers of visitors and entries to the well dressing competition, as well as new attractions and fine weather all added up to the most successful well dressing weekend ever in Malvern. more...
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 out to work. more...
It’s noisy, but trade is going very well
TWO traders in Droitwich have said their businesses are flourishing despite the ongoing building work in the town's shopping centre. more...
Major merger for estate agents
ESTATE agents Town & Country, which has offices in Worcester, Droitwich and Pershore, has merged with Nigel Poole & McGinn. more...
Join your pals for a war
YOUNG people are being offered the chance to play strategy games, paint miniatures and meet fellow gamers at an event in Hereford later this month. more...
Tenants - know your rights
RESIDENTS renting from private landlords are being reminded of their rights to deposit protection. more...
Forsooth! It's the Bard for the masses
TALENTED schoolchildren from Worcester and across the county are inviting people to a night of Shakespearean entertainment - with a twist. more...
More choice for people on housing waiting list
THOUSANDS of Worcester residents in need of social housing will have far more choice over where they live thanks to a radical new way of allocating homes. more...
Cancer challenge for Wyvern's Wheels
A RADIO presenter is preparing herself to take part in this year's Race For Life. more...
Cancer challenge for Wyvern's Wheels
A RADIO presenter is preparing herself to take part in this year's Race For Life. more...
Worcester News weather watch
KEEP up with the latest weather forecast with us. more...
City is gauge to poll outcome says Foster
LABOUR are now the underdogs in the battle to form the country's next Government, Worcester MP Mike Foster has admitted. more...
Labour now 'underdogs' in race for govt - Foster
LABOUR is now the underdog in the battle to form the country's next Government, Worcester MP Mike Foster has admitted. more...
Fears eased for Worcester gym
A GYM owner in Worcester has assured members not to worry after the sudden closure of her gym in the south-west of the country. more...
Warmer weather on its way
WEATHER experts in Worcestershire recorded the warmest day of the year so far over the bank holiday and predict there is more to come during the next few days. more...
Council and police back use of CCTV
WEST Mercia Constabulary and Worcester City Council have defended the city's use of CCTV after its effectiveness as a crime-fighting tool was questioned by a senior policeman. more...
Cricket session scores for good cause
A CRICKET tournament held in memory of a Worcester man who died of cancer has been hailed a great success by organisers. more...
Warriors' cup final fever!
THOUSANDS of Worcester Warriors fans queued at the team’s Sixways ground as cup-final fever gripped the city. more...
COMMENT: Prepare for next battle of Worcester
IF Worcester is still the nation's political barometer - as the two main rivals for the city's parliamentary seat believe - then be prepared for a battle royal in 2010. more...
Hang glider injured
A MAN attempting to take off in a hang glider had to be taken to hospital yesterday. more...
Hang glider injured
A MAN attempting to take off on a hang glider has had to be taken to hospital. more...
Residents invited to litter pick
WORCESTER residents are joining their local police officer to clean up their community this weekend. more...
Residents invited to litter pick
WORCESTER residents are joining the local police officer to clean up their community this weekend. more...
Evacuation plans for Upton
PLANS are being drawn up by police for the total evacuation of Upton-upon-Severn should Worcestershire experience a repeat of last summer’s disastrous floods. more...
Worcester News weather watch
KEEP up with the latest weather forecast with us. more...
Long arm of the law helps pensioner after burglarly
AN elderly woman’s house has been given a make-over by police after the pensioner fell victim to a second distraction burglary. more...
Health centre will help cut waiting times
A HEALTH centre will help to cut waiting times for patients who struggle to get an appointment with their regular doctor, says an MP. more...
It’s a family affair as 60 get together
GENERATIONS of family members descended from two Worcester brothers have been gathering to raise a glass to their shared heritage. more...
Speeding driver was helping girlfriend - court
A MAN who said he needed his car to drive his depressed girlfriend to the shops has been banned from driving. more...
Town traders are blooming lovely
TRADERS in Malvern spotted a window of opportunity to help businesses in the town to blossom. more...
Tesco ban for meat thief - court
A RECOVERING heroin addict stole £121 worth of meat from Tesco. more...
Falcons are eating heartily
FALCON chicks have been tucking into their first big meal - a gull caught by their dad. more...
Dad pays tribute to riverboard death girl
THE parents of a former Worcester school pupil, who was killed in an extreme sport accident in New Zealand, have spoken about their poignant visit to the site where she died. more...
Dad pays tribute to riverboard death girl
THE parents of a former Worcester school pupil, who was killed in an extreme sport accident in New Zealand, have spoken about their poignant visit to the site where she died. more...
Brothel trial adjourned - court
The trial of a Chinese takeaway boss accused of running a brothel in Worcester and others in the Black Country has been adjourned. more...
Mother and twins stuck in lift
A MOTHER and her baby twins were trapped in a lift for 20 minutes as fire crews tried to free them. more...
Mother and twins stuck in lift
A MOTHER and her baby twins were trapped in a lift for 20 minutes as fire crews tried to free them. more...
Win a trip to Beijing with your WN!
WE'VE teamed up with McDonald's, official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sponsor, to offer one lucky youngster and an adult the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime Olympic experience. more...
Stop moaning about circling aircraft, say readers
PLANE-SPOTTERS should “stop moaning” about droning low-flying military aircraft say our readers. more...
Bowlers to the rescue as champions off the mark
THE opening Saturday of the 2008 Cotswold Hills League campaign brought sunshine, showers and smiles on the faces of the triumphant teams. more...
Enterprises rule the waves
SUNDAY saw an early start at the Arden Sailing Club where Val Jolly made the handicap tell in her Heron. more...
Body recovered from Severn
THE body of an elderly man was recovered from the River Severn at Tewkesbury this morning. more...
Sea cadets' awards evening
EVESHAM Sea Cadets and their executive officer PO (SCC) Keith Field welcomed Major Ian Baldry from the Royal Mercian regiment and Worcestershire's county co-ordinator for Help the Heroes, as their guest of honour for their awards evening. more...
Band's auction of promises
EVESHAM'S Avonbank Brass Band is holding an Auction of Promises on Saturday (10) as part of its fundraising drive to cover the costs of taking 25 brass instruments to Evesham, New Jersey. more...
Living with long term illness
ADULTS living with a long-term illness are invited to a free course in Evesham which could help them. more...
Charity finals at Town's ground
THE first of two Pershore Hospital Cup finals takes place at King George's Playing Fields tomorrow night. more...
Broadway bounce back to reap revenge
THE new season for Broadway members really got into full swing as local and national competitions started. more...
Horsemen rue misses as Old Boys land a double
BRETFORTON Old Boys completed a Birdseye Sports Evesham Sunday League league and cup double with victory over Red Horse in Sunday's Knockout Cup final at Broadway United. more...
Lee is spot on
Alvechurch 1 Westfields 1 (Alvechurch won 3-2 on pens) more...
Lee is spot on
Alvechurch 1 Westfields 1 (Alvechurch won 3-2 on pens) more...
Redditch looking for second win
Cricket more...
New duo in
ALVECHURCH have appointed playing duo Jamie McWilliams and Simon Redhead as joint managers for next season. more...
Latets
Tories take control after 26-year wait
THE Conservative party have taken control of Redditch Borough Council for the first time in 26 years following a crushing defeat for Labour. more...
Letters
Cutting service could lead to rise in crime
sir - Malvern Hills electors remember that local Tories pledged in their 2007 election manifesto that: Improving community safety is and will remain one of our highest priorities'. more...
Cutting service could lead to rise in crime
Sir - Malvern Hills electors remember that local Tories pledged in their 2007 election manifesto that: Improving community safety is and will remain one of our highest priorities'. more...
We were told the buses could turn
sir - At the exhibition at Pershore Town Hall in December we queried, among other things, the removal of the turning point for buses half way down Broad Street. more...
We were told the buses could turn
Sir - At the exhibition at Pershore Town Hall in December we queried, among other things, the removal of the turning point for buses half way down Broad Street. more...
Teachers strike was totally out of order
SIR - The teachers' strike was totally out of order. more...
Noise of the plane penetrates house
SIR - There is a plane that constantly drones around overhead? Some days it is very loud and others it is less noisy but still there and noticeable. more...
Refreshing to find generosity of spirit
Sir - May I congratulate Mr Judd for expressing understanding and forgiveness towards Dr Willmott over the accident in town. It's so refreshing in a society of witch hunters and blame finders to see such generosity of spirit. more...
Why don’t they pay the quota in full?
SIR - Despite turning a deficit of £19,000 in 2006 into a surplus of £10,000 in 2007, the PCC of Great Malvern Priory has decided to pay only 80 per cent of this year's assessment. more...
Walking is good
SIR - I agree with Dr Ross Heeton (April 28) - walking is good, cheap exercise. I used to walk to Fernhill Heath and back, from Old Warndon, nearly every day. more...
Hoo Road traffic cash will be lost
HOO Road residents in Kidderminster are less than a month away from losing a £100,000 tax-free gift. The Conservative-run county council seems determined to prevent them from getting it. more...
Headlice advice
REGARDING the treatment of headlice (Shuttle/Times & News Letters), I work at a local school, and was told that a treatment suggested for the school some time ago, was to dampen the hair and apply a conditioner thoroughly. Then use a nit comb. more...
Parking benefit
I WAS pleased to read and see that council parking attendants are having an effect on the on-street parking offences in Wyre Forest. more...
Huge increase in rural bus fare
I WOULD like to report the scandalous price rise in bus fares that have been forced onto passengers in rural areas who have no other option than to use the bus. more...
Asbestos danger is a timebomb
"UNEXPLODED bomb" would have been a more realistic heading for two stories this week. Asbestos fear'(Page 8) and Concerns over dangerous pile' (Page 9) do not address the seriousness of these two stories, especially the second. more...
Potholes: Stop blaming others
I CAN understand how Lindsay Turford feels after having her car wheel damaged by a pothole near the end of Wilden Lane (Shuttle/Times & News, April 24) , but quite right for the council NOT to pay her for it. more...
Cut cinema out of plans
I NOTICE that a placard has appeared adjacent to the old law courts on the traffic island bottom of Comberton Hill, Kidderminster, proclaiming the forthcoming development of leisure facilities including a new cinema. more...
It cannot be a fine
WHILE making no comment on the rights or wrongs of Mr Russello using a designated disabled parking space at Tesco, I would suggest that the constant use of the word "fine" to describe the charge levied upon him is misleading. more...
Parent parkign being hijacked
I WANTED to have my say about the article on Mr Russello (Shuttle/Times & News, May 1) who was fined in Tesco for parking in a disabled space because there were no parent and child spaces. more...
Parent parking being hijacked
I WANTED to have my say about the article on Mr Russello (Shuttle/Times & News, May 1) who was fined in Tesco for parking in a disabled space because there were no parent and child spaces. more...
Malvern Songfest
I WAS delighted to return to Malvern for the launch of a new festival celebrating song, poetry and landscape last weekend. more...
Malvern Songfest
I WAS delighted to return to Malvern for the launch of a new festival celebrating song, poetry and landscape last weekend. more...
Council proposal
CONGRATULATIONS to Councillor Tom Wells for his opposition to proposals for a new Council Headquarters. more...
Response to Council proposal
I NOTICE in last week's Malvern Gazette that Malvern Hills District Council are looking to relocate outside the town. more...
Response to Council proposal
I NOTICE in last week's Malvern Gazette that Malvern Hills District Council are looking to relocate outside the town. more...
Competition thanks
I FELT I must write and thank your newspaper for running the competition to win tickets to the circus, which I won. more...
Competition thanks
I FELT I must write and thank your newspaper for running the competition to win tickets to the circus, which I won. more...
Competition thanks
I FELT I must write and thank your newspaper for running the competition to win tickets to the circus, which I won. more...
Competition thanks
I FELT I must write and thank your newspaper for running the competition to win tickets to the circus, which I won. more...
Picked up a puppy for a pet lately?
ANYONE who has bought a puppy in the last three years is being invited to take part in a national online survey organised by the RSPCA. more...
Picked up a puppy for a pet lately?
ANYONE who has bought a puppy in the last three years is being invited to take part in a national online survey organised by the RSPCA. more...
Small world...
READERS may be interested to know that as a result of an item in the Advertiser/Chronicle's Society News' some months ago - when I gave a talk about my naval career - I received a letter from New Zealand. more...
Small world...
READERS may be interested to know that as a result of an item in the Advertiser/Chronicle's Society News' some months ago - when I gave a talk about my naval career - I received a letter from New Zealand. more...
Collections
THROUGH Your view I should like to tell readers that the Redditch Association for the Blind has just held three collections at local stores. more...
Collections
THROUGH Your view I should like to tell readers that the Redditch Association for the Blind has just held three collections at local stores. more...
State of roads
I HAVE sent a letter to the Prime Minister regarding my concern over the dangerous state of local roads, asking him to take the necessary actions to promulgate their repair at the earliest opportunity. more...
Ready to ride
I AM a disabled person who lives in Redditch and I would just like to say how good the majority of taxi companies are which offer wheelchair accessible vehicles especially A2B who really have a good service and are cheaper than some companies who are solely for disabled people. more...
Chasing ‘Quo’
TWO years ago, with my husband, I managed to go to every Status Quo concert on their UK winter tour, a total of 31 concerts in six weeks. more...
Great service
I WOULD like to express my continuing gratitude for the children's centres in and around Redditch. more...
Seeking help from buses to battalions
IF any readers can help I'm in the process of collecting information about my father, Wilfred Henry Moore, and the Home Guard in Redditch from July 26, 1942 to anuary 12, 1944, when he was transferred to Stourport Battalion Home Guard. more...
Seeking help from buses to battalions
IF any readers can help I'm in the process of collecting information about my father, Wilfred Henry Moore, and the Home Guard in Redditch from July 26, 1942 to anuary 12, 1944, when he was transferred to Stourport Battalion Home Guard. more...
Seeking help from buses to battalions
IF any readers can help I'm in the process of collecting information about my father, Wilfred Henry Moore, and the Home Guard in Redditch from July 26, 1942 to anuary 12, 1944, when he was transferred to Stourport Battalion Home Guard. more...
Meet The Teams
Bromsgrove Town B under-10s
Bromsgrove Town B under-10s more...
Bromsgrove RFC under-16s
Bromsgrove RFC under-16s Robert Bick Memorial Tournament winning team. more...
Memory
100 years ago - May 8, 1908
THE time is fast approaching when the members of Redditch swimming club will resume their work of teaching young people in the town and district the art of swimming and one of two matters in relation to the club call for special mention. more...
50 years ago - May 9, 1958
FECKENHAM Village Wake committee may erect a pavilion on the playing field - reputed to be the site of an ancient hunting lodge of King John - Redditch Urban District Council was told last Thursday. more...
25 years ago - May 7, 1983
ANGRY Redditch taxi drivers fear a taxi rank has been closed to allow road resurfacing in time for the Queen's visit in July. more...
Music
Jazz star for festival
THE Bromsgrove Festival continues this week with a string of exciting shows. more...
Star performs
A TRUE superstar, Melanie Safka made her name after a legendary performance at Woodstock before wowing the crowds by welcoming the summer solstice at the Glastonbury Festival. more...
Sparks flying
THE leading characters of Pershore Operatic and Dramatic Society's Kiss me Kate - Brush up their Shakespeare!' are in rehearsal for a week of colour and costume at Number 8 Community Arts Centre in Pershore. more...
Nature Notes
Take stroll through colourful landscape
THE arrival of May has chased the last traces of winter away. The landscapes are ablaze withcolour and at their most vibrant. Nowhere is this more true than within the bluebell woods. more...
News
Multi-million pound kit deal for Warriors
WORCESTER Warriors have signed a 10-year multi-million pound deal with kit supplier Kukri. more...
Follow Worcestershire against Loughborough
WORCESTER News cricket writer Michael Reeves is providing live coverage of the three-day match between Worcestershire and Loughborough at Kidderminster. more...
Duo net top awards
SAM Alsop and Karl Lewis were the big winners at the Bromsgrove Rovers end of season awards bash. more...
Futures set to be resolved
BROMSGROVE Rovers hope the future of a number of their key stars will become a lot clearer within the next week. more...
Trials a success
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers' new youth team will be working hard on the pitch and in the class room next season after agreeing a deal with a consortium of schools and colleges in the Wyre Forest area. more...
Noah'S Ark Appeal
Cricket session scores for good cause
A CRICKET tournament held in memory of a Worcester man who died of cancer has been hailed a great success by organisers. more...
Cricket session scores for good cause
A CRICKET tournament held in memory of a Worcester man who died of cancer has been hailed a great success by organisers. more...
Supermarket tills ring for worthy cause
A SUPERMARKET has given a Worcester-based bereavement charity a donation of £450. more...
Reader'S Pictures
Colours of Spring
A sign that spring is with us with all the wonderful colours only nature can achieve. Picture sent in by George Price. more...
Recipes
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Reports
Moeen chalks up his best first-class score
MOEEN Ali hit a first-class career-best score as Worcestershire cruised through the opening day of their three-day match against Loughborough UCCE at Kidderminster. more...
Reviews
Mark Ronson, Wolverhampton Civic Hall, May 7
YOU probably wouldn't give him a second glance if he brushed past you in the street, but Mark Ronson is pop music's man of the moment. more...
Mark Ronson, Wolverhampton Civic Hall, May 7
YOU probably wouldn't give him a second glance if he brushed past you in the street, but Mark Ronson is pop music's man of the moment. more...
DVD - Balls of Fury (12)
WE seem to have had a rash of comedy films about random sports in recent years, but very few have proved to be that funny, and sadly this proves no exception. more...
DVD - Lions for Lambs (15)
LIONS for Lambs is intelligently written, but it's still anti-war propaganda, which is a pity. more...
DVD - I Am Legend (15)
EVERYONE'S favourite actor, Will Smith, stars as Robert Neville, a lone human survivor in a post-apocalyptic world dominated by hairless, flesh-eating, mutants. more...
CD - The Age of the Understatement - The Last Shadow Puppets
THE Last Shadow Puppets are the side project of Arctic Monkeys' frontman Alex Turner and Miles Kane from the Rascals and there is a consistent quality to the songs, perfectly playable for teens looking for a theme song to their latest angsty moment. more...
Richard Taylor'S Weekly Column
May 8, 2008
I HAD a bad start to this week. I left home at 7.25am to get to my office in London before 11am to catch up with my assistant before an important meeting and Health Questions. more...
May 8, 2008
I HAD a bad start to this week. I left home at 7.25am to get to my office in London before 11am to catch up with my assistant before an important meeting and Health Questions. more...
May 8, 2008
I HAD a bad start to this week. I left home at 7.25am to get to my office in London before 11am to catch up with my assistant before an important meeting and Health Questions. more...
Round-Up
Moore is best at Sapey club
HOME player Carol Moore won Sapey Golf Club's Senior Ladies' Open Division One. more...
Three medals for triathlon members
WORCESTER Triathlon Club bagged three medals at the British Duathlon Championships. more...
Tenbury rider has cause to celebrate at Badminton
ROSIE Thomas had every reason to be delighted with the performance of her horse Barry's Best at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials in Gloucestershire. more...
Smith is in control to claim contest
WORCESTER City Amateur Boxing Club schoolboy Trent Smith beat southpaw Dave Coulson, of Triumph ABC, at a show in Coventry. more...
Ombersley agony in play-offs
OMBERSLEY men's section are in full swing under captain David Taylor and senior skipper David Hawkins. more...
Spa runners-up
DROITWICH Under Sevens were runners-up at the prestigious Moseley Tag Rugby Tournament behind winners Worcester. more...
Pershore women go top with fine success
PERSHORE are top of Oak Sports Midland Women's League Division One after defeating Wellingborough Old Grammarians by 22 runs. more...
County veterans lick their wounds
WORCESTERSHIRE Over 60s were left to rue losing the toss after a five-wicket defeat at Hampshire in a 40-over friendly. more...
Nomads hold on to deny Barnards
WORCESTER Nomads denied Barnards Green a deserved home victory by holding out for a losing draw in Crusader Worcestershire League Division One. more...
Blackmore strikes as champions reach final
WORCESTERSHIRE & Herefordshire were grateful to a last-gasp penalty from Droitwich fly-half Matt Blackmore to secure a 21-20 win over Greater Birmingham in the first match of their defence of the RLF North Midlands Championship at Moseley. more...
New world record set by children
YOUNG rugby stars from Herefordshire helped create a new world record at the Sun Valley Rugby Project Tag Festival. more...
Women secure national success
WORCESTER have been crowned Women's RFU National Under 18 10s champions at Lichfield. more...
Amateurs set for ring return
DROITWICH Amateur Boxing Club is holding another of its popular boxing tournaments in Redditch this Sunday. more...
Sharlom and Snowtre lead Confined field
THE popular Chaddesley Corbett course stages its third point-to-point of the season on Sunday, first race 1.30pm, and with 163 entries competitive sport is assured. more...
Neal stays in hunt despite crash
MATT Neal endured a mixed weekend at Donington Park, Leicestershire, in the latest rounds of the British Touring Car Championship. more...
Scott’s series debut
TEENAGE speedster Scott Mead (pictured) makes his debut in the Motorsport GB Super Teens Championships at Cadwell Park on May 17 and 18. more...
Brave boys edged out in national final
BROMSGROVE School's under-16 boys hockey team suffered a narrow defeat to Ipswich School in the Schools Championship national final in East Grinstead. more...
Sailing results
BARNT Green Sailing Club (Wednesday Evening Pursuit Series April 30): Seniors: Dinghies - 1) Kelsey Suggitt and Josh Stuart (Lark), 2) Bob and Mandy Suggitt (Lark), 3) Richard Wallace (Enterprise). more...
Captains tee off
NEW Bromsgrove Golf Club captains Mark Hawkins and Debbie Degge officially drove in' the new season with the Captain's Shield event. more...
Futures set to be resolved
BROMSGROVE Rovers hope the future of a number of their key stars will become a lot clearer within the next week. more...
Alleyway of shame
A GATING order for an alleyway, which has been described as a public toilet', is being called for by leading Bromsgrove councillors. more...
By royal appointment
SEVENTEEN-year-old Alisha Southall, from Barnt Green, was crowned Miss Bromsgrove at a successful Stoke fete. more...
They’re going round in circles
CHILDREN from a Tardebigge school took part in maypole dancing as part of May day celebrations. more...
A new era for housing
FIFTEEN new flats for young people in need of a place to stay, and backed by support and training facilities, are being planned for Bromsgrove. more...
School trip
PUPILS from a town school will swap their classroom for a trip to County Hall tomorrow (Thursday, May 8). Eight children from Finstall First School - which has Eco School Status - will make the visit, which will see them meet the chairman of the council, Councillor John Smith. The nine and ten-year-olds will also be given the chance to experience a full council meeting. The special visit will be rounded off with a tour of the boiler room at County Hall in Worcester which houses a wood chip burner that uses renewable energy resources. more...
Splash out
Town mayor Richard Morris will be hoping to make a splash when he hosts a charity swimming gala. more...
New action to stop flooding
FLOOD prevention measures are set to be carried out following a public meeting to highlight trouble spots in the town. more...
Medieval merriment
HUNDREDS of people flocked to Droitwich Spa for a taste of medieval merriment at the weekend. more...
Bowlers to the rescue as champions off the mark
THE opening Saturday of the 2008 Cotswold Hills League campaign brought sunshine, showers and smiles on the faces of the triumphant teams. more...
Bowlers to the rescue as champions off the mark
THE opening Saturday of the 2008 Cotswold Hills League campaign brought sunshine, showers and smiles on the faces of the triumphant teams. more...
Bowlers to the rescue as champions off the mark
THE opening Saturday of the 2008 Cotswold Hills League campaign brought sunshine, showers and smiles on the faces of the triumphant teams. more...
Seniors sign off with a Saturday success
EVESHAM'S Senior IV coxed four of Steve Redgewell, Tom Walker, Tom Robertson, and George Holdsworth, coxed by Zena Tredell, overcame a strong crew from RGS Worcester to round up the first day's pot hunting. more...
Enterprises rule the waves
SUNDAY saw an early start at the Arden Sailing Club where Val Jolly made the handicap tell in her Heron. more...
Enterprises rule the waves
SUNDAY saw an early start at the Arden Sailing Club where Val Jolly made the handicap tell in her Heron. more...
Gold find the going tough
DESPITE a fine win against Weston-sub-Edge by Littleton Blues when Mike Emms skipped Chris Winnett and Geoff Ind to a great victory and an overall success - there were harder times for Littleton Gold. more...
Seniors sign off with a Saturday success
EVESHAM'S Senior IV coxed four of Steve Redgewell, Tom Walker, Tom Robertson, and George Holdsworth, coxed by Zena Tredell, overcame a strong crew from RGS Worcester to round up the first day's pot hunting. more...
Seniors sign off with a Saturday success
EVESHAM'S Senior IV coxed four of Steve Redgewell, Tom Walker, Tom Robertson, and George Holdsworth, coxed by Zena Tredell, overcame a strong crew from RGS Worcester to round up the first day's pot hunting. more...
Seniors sign off with a Saturday success
EVESHAM'S Senior IV coxed four of Steve Redgewell, Tom Walker, Tom Robertson, and George Holdsworth, coxed by Zena Tredell, overcame a strong crew from RGS Worcester to round up the first day's pot hunting. more...
Seniors sign off with a Saturday success
EVESHAM'S Senior IV coxed four of Steve Redgewell, Tom Walker, Tom Robertson, and George Holdsworth, coxed by Zena Tredell, overcame a strong crew from RGS Worcester to round up the first day's pot hunting. more...
Nick's ninety is the key to victory
A QUALITY batting performance from Nick Holland was the key to Dumb- leton's success over Stone on Saturday. more...
Bowlers to the rescue as champions off the mark
THE opening Saturday of the 2008 Cotswold Hills League campaign brought sunshine, showers and smiles on the faces of the triumphant teams. more...
Trials are a triumph for riders
THERE was plenty of success for members of the Cropthorne and Evesham Vale Riding Club when they attended the National Riding Club's Area 18 Hunter Trials qualifier at Shipton-under-Wychwood. more...
Trials are a triumph for riders
THERE was plenty of success for members of the Cropthorne and Evesham Vale Riding Club when they attended the National Riding Club's Area 18 Hunter Trials qualifier at Shipton-under-Wychwood. more...
Stratford Alliance results
Aquaid Division One: Bidford 3, Halfords 2; Welford 2, Badsey Utd 3. League Cup final: FISSC 5, Henley 1. more...
Stratford Alliance results
Aquaid Division One: Bidford 3, Halfords 2; Welford 2, Badsey Utd 3. League Cup final: FISSC 5, Henley 1. more...
Charity finals at Town's ground
THE first of two Pershore Hospital Cup finals takes place at King George's Playing Fields tomorrow night. more...
Charity finals at Town's ground
THE first of two Pershore Hospital Cup finals takes place at King George's Playing Fields tomorrow night. more...
Charity finals at Town's ground
THE first of two Pershore Hospital Cup finals takes place at King George's Playing Fields tomorrow night. more...
Broadway bounce back to reap revenge
THE new season for Broadway members really got into full swing as local and national competitions started. more...
Broadway bounce back to reap revenge
THE new season for Broadway members really got into full swing as local and national competitions started. more...
Broadway bounce back to reap revenge
THE new season for Broadway members really got into full swing as local and national competitions started. more...
Horsemen rue misses as Old Boys land a double
BRETFORTON Old Boys completed a Birdseye Sports Evesham Sunday League league and cup double with victory over Red Horse in Sunday's Knockout Cup final at Broadway United. more...
Horsemen rue misses as Old Boys land a double
BRETFORTON Old Boys completed a Birdseye Sports Evesham Sunday League league and cup double with victory over Red Horse in Sunday's Knockout Cup final at Broadway United. more...
Horsemen rue misses as Old Boys land a double
BRETFORTON Old Boys completed a Birdseye Sports Evesham Sunday League league and cup double with victory over Red Horse in Sunday's Knockout Cup final at Broadway United. more...
Park points for Andrews
A TOUGH weekend at Oulton Park eventually produced British Superbike Championship points in race two for Simon Andrews. more...
Park points for Andrews
A TOUGH weekend at Oulton Park eventually produced British Superbike Championship points in race two for Simon Andrews. more...
Shelter is solace for wet Wheelers
THE weekly midweek run met at Norton Gra-nge with their eyes set on County Hall in Worcester. more...
Shelter is solace for wet Wheelers
THE weekly midweek run met at Norton Gra-nge with their eyes set on County Hall in Worcester. more...
Donington despair as Cassey's an early casualty
TOCKWITH Motorsport's Cassey Watson made her Donington outing difficult last weekend when an uncharacteristic first lap trip into the gravel trap left her with a damaged front anti-roll bar on her Ginetta Junior making for extreme under steer for her qualifying attempts. more...
Donington despair as Cassey's an early casualty
TOCKWITH Motorsport's Cassey Watson made her Donington outing difficult last weekend when an uncharacteristic first lap trip into the gravel trap left her with a damaged front anti-roll bar on her Ginetta Junior making for extreme under steer for her qualifying attempts. more...
Reserves share points in draw
MALVERN TOWN RESERVES 2, HEATH TOWN 2. more...
Young Stars shine at festival of football
IT was a day of goals galore and silverware scooped at a festival of football in front of 1,000 fans at Malvern Town's Langland Stadium. more...
Reserves share points in draw
MALVERN TOWN RESERVES 2, HEATH TOWN 2. more...
Reserves share points in draw
p>MALVERN TOWN RESERVES 2, HEATH TOWN 2. more...
Today's events
Wednesday Lip Reading course at Malvern Evangelical Church, Pickersleigh Road, Malvern Link. 2pm. Admission free. 01905 330123 or www.westmidlands.wea.org.uk Workers Educational Association (WEA) course. more...
Today's events
Wednesday Lip Reading course at Malvern Evangelical Church, Pickersleigh Road, Malvern Link. 2pm. Admission free. 01905 330123 or www.westmidlands.wea.org.uk Workers Educational Association (WEA) course. more...
Today's events
Wednesday Lip Reading course at Malvern Evangelical Church, Pickersleigh Road, Malvern Link. 2pm. Admission free. 01905 330123 or www.westmidlands.wea.org.uk Workers Educational Association (WEA) course. more...
Today's events
Wednesday Lip Reading course at Malvern Evangelical Church, Pickersleigh Road, Malvern Link. 2pm. Admission free. 01905 330123 or www.westmidlands.wea.org.uk Workers Educational Association (WEA) course. more...
Today's events
Wednesday Lip Reading course at Malvern Evangelical Church, Pickersleigh Road, Malvern Link. 2pm. Admission free. 01905 330123 or www.westmidlands.wea.org.uk Workers Educational Association (WEA) course. more...
Save the last dance
DANCERS from the Malvern and Worcester Modern Sequence Dance Club met for their final Thursday evening dance at the CSSC in Spring Lane last week. more...
Man injured in handgliding accident
A man has been injured in a handgliding accident in Malvern. more...
Man injured in handgliding accident
A man has been injured in a handgliding accident in Malvern. more...
Man injured in hang gliding accident
A man has been injured in a hang gliding accident in Malvern. more...
May Day success
THE annual Fringe May Day event was once again a great success, with families flocking to Priory Park to take part in the day-long festival of music and merriment. more...
Well dressing results
THIS year's well-dressing competition has the most entries this year since its foundation in 2000, with 34 wells around the hills and the town decorated by dedicated enthusiasts. more...
Family trust raise May Day money
A MAY Day sale in Welland raised more than £150 for the Family Caring Trust. more...
Future of mental health unit to be discussed
A LOCAL mental health group is meeting next week to discuss its concerns over the uncertain future of Sheffield House. more...
Malvern Spring Gardening Show brought to life
JOIN the Malvern Gazette & Ledbury Reporter as it presents live coverage of one of the UK's leading gardening shows from 10.30am on Thursday, May 8. more...
Children’s Saturday musem club
CHILDREN interested in art and history have the opportunity to take part in sessions run by experts, including artists and archaeologists. more...
Police look for driver who shed beer load
WITNESSES are being sought by police after an incident in which a lorry shed its load of beer barrels, damaging a car, in Redditch. more...
180 workers in the cold as firm closes
ABOUT 180 jobs have gone as a Redditch company which supplies frozen fish products has been forced to close. more...
Home Secretary and the police witness art attack
A SERIES of art workshops are putting Redditch youngsters in the picture as part of a national art competition that has drawn praise from the Home Secretary. more...
Memories of a life in the navy
FOLLOWING an appeal in the Advertiser asking for people's memories of life on the Vindicatrix training ship in Sharpness, a Redditch man has shared his recollections of life serving in the merchant navy. more...
Workmates join in cancer charity run
STAFF from Oakland International in Redditch (pictured) proved a force to be reckoned with when they took part in the Birmingham Fun Run in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. more...
Mum and child robbed
A YOUNG woman was robbed while out for a walk with her young child in Arrow Valley Country Park. more...
Parking space controversy
A DISABLED woman from Winyates who needs a special mobility vehicle to get around is furious that she is not allowed to have her own disabled parking space outside her home. more...
Ruling delayed on stable manager
A Redditch stable manager is waiting to see if she has won a compensation claim for unfair dismissal against an equestrian firm after alleging she was victimised by the management. more...
Launch day big success
HUNDREDS of people turned up to the official launch of YMCA's Willow Trees Children's Centre in Church Hill on Saturday. more...
It’s a ‘net’ loss
A REDDITCH angler was one of six netted and brought before Redditch magistrates for fishing without a valid rod licence With water bailiffs on the look out and prosecutions like this on the increase, it is hoped the case sends a clear message to anglers that a day's fishing in the Midlands without an Environment Agency rod licence could prove very expensive. The maximum possible fine for fishing without a licence is £2,500. more...
It’s a ‘net’ loss
A REDDITCH angler was one of six netted and brought before Redditch magistrates for fishing without a valid rod licence. more...
Knife attack nightmare
A TAXI driver was cut on the cheek while being robbed at knifepoint. more...
Surprise for Stan!
A LIVELY sports fan from a Redditch housing scheme recently celebrated his 102nd birthday. more...
Man continues new drug battle
A CANCER patient from Redditch is angry that a new drug which has helped him prolong his life will not be routinely funded by Worcestershire Primary Care Trust (PCT) for other patients. more...
Witnesses appeal
POLICE are appealing for information after a cyclist was attacked in Redditch. more...
Karate kids all make the grade
A GROUP of Redditch karate kids has been celebrating after hitting the right mark. more...
Report praises nursery
YOUNGSTERS and staff from Lucy Locket Kindergarten at Mount Carmel have a real reason to be cheerful after an Ofsted report said it was good with some outstanding features. more...
Unusual tumour man joins Relay
A HEADLESS Cross man suffering from an unclassified type of tumour will be one of the participants taking part in this year's Relay For Life. more...
Magic sound of music
THE sound of South America will fill the Palace Theatre as a new concert club aimed at children and families announced its second event. more...
Metal theft crackdown
A TEENAGER has been charged in connection with the attempted theft of lead from a Redditch community facility. more...
Sixty years on from chip shop meeting
A REDDITCH couple proved you can be in the right "plaice" at the right time after romance blossomed when they first met in a Birmingham fish and chip shop. more...
Firewalk fundraiser
A TEAM of 31 brave souls hot footed it to an event in Hopwood to raise thousands of pounds for a good cause. more...
Club to extend fitness sessions
REDDITCH YMCA's Fit for Life club has been inundated with inquiries from people wanting to improve their fitness following an article about the service in the Advertiser. more...
Pram-fit programme
STARTING yesterday, Redditch Council's countryside centre will be hosting its new pram-fit programme aimed at single parents. more...
Buzzing to title
RACING Club Bees won the Redditch Leisure League title they have long since promised. more...
Chalking up win
ON Sunday the Lower Park open was won by in form Trevor Chalk who beat 20 other anglers with a fine mixed bag weighing in at 34lbs 8ozs. In second place was Ian Sheppard with 22lbs 4ozs. more...
Chalking up win
ON Sunday the Lower Park open was won by in form Trevor Chalk who beat 20 other anglers with a fine mixed bag weighing in at 34lbs 8ozs. In second place was Ian Sheppard with 22lbs 4ozs. more...
Redditch lose
Midland Flooldit Youth League: Latest Results: Thursday May 1- Premier Division: Solihull Moors 4 Redditch United 0. South: Alvechurch 2 Pershore Town 2. more...
Club bank on clean up
STAFF from NatWest swapped their uniforms for overalls at Five Ways Old Edwardians Cricket Club in Hopwood to take part in NatWest CricketForce - the largest volunteer event in sport, aimed at rejuvenating local cricket clubs across the country. more...
Charity win
Alcester XV 19 City Link XV 21 more...
Charity win
Alcester XV 19 City Link XV 21 more...
Flying high after a win
ALCESTER Ladies Volleyball team took on Tettenhall Tigers 2 for the second leg of the fixture, and took the match 3-2 The first set saw Tettenhall take an early lead 14 - 6 but due to some strong serving from captain Candice Strangwood and brilliant blocking through the middle from Jeanette Selby, Alcester managed to close the gap in points 17-15. more...
John looking for top performance in race
A PROPERTY consultant cum motor racer from Redditch will be battling it out on the streets of Monaco in the Grand Prix Historique on Saturday and Sunday. more...
Great season for Cross
HEADLESS CROSS Ladies FC have enjoyed a decent season in the West Midlands Regional Women's Football League. more...
Mistakes cost dear
THE REDDITCH Arrows were unable to overcome their own mistakes on Sunday against the Yorkshire Rams, as they committed six turnovers in miserable conditions in Leeds, and fell to a 13-7 defeat. more...
Ravens take the plate
THE Redditch Ravens Rugby League team began their season by participating in the Inaugural Coventry 9's Rugby League Tournament. more...
Mitch leads the Redditch charge
DROITWICH Amateur Boxing Club is holding another of its popular boxing tournaments in Redditch on Sunday. more...
Juniors are team players
BUDDING Andy Murrays and Anna Kournikovas from Redditch have been successful as part of a team from Bromsgrove Tennis Club. more...
Roundup
Worcestershire at Chester Road
KIDDERMINSTER Victoria CC host their first Worcestershire game of the season today, when the Royals take on Loughborough UCCE. more...
Batting order crumbles as Wolves snarl
KIDDERMINSTER Victoria CC suffered a batting collapse as they slumped to a 30 run loss at the hands of Wolverhampton in the opening match of the Birmingham and District League Premier Division on Saturday. more...
Bewdley on the summit
Worcestershire Crusader Cricket League round-up. more...
Trials a success
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers' new youth team will be working hard on the pitch and in the class room next season after agreeing a deal with a consortium of schools and colleges in the Wyre Forest area. more...
Schools
Young stars in the making
YOUNG football stars from St Bede's Catholic Middle School have been celebrating after winning the district football championship. more...
Pupils experience spirit of cathedral
PUPILS from Redditch experienced the sound, feel and shape of the service of Holy Communion at Worcester Cathedral. more...
Schools News
Youngsters admire their tasty tower
Admiring their winning tower of marshmallows and spaghetti are, from left to right: Tom Rollit, Molly Clifford, Holly Fletcher, Lauren Taylor and Shauna McLaren. Youngsters at Ombersley Endowed First School, near Worcester, created a tower of spaghetti and marshmallows as they took part in a maths challenge during a week of numeracy activities. In groups, they were asked to build a tower using spaghetti and marshmallows, thinking mathematically about how to construct it. The tallest reached 96.5cm (38in). more...
Pat on back for school withacultureofcaring
MALVERN Parish Primary School is a "good school that is popular with pupils and parents", according to government inspectors. more...
Pat on back for school withacultureofcaring
MALVERN Parish Primary School is a "good school that is popular with pupils and parents", according to government inspectors. more...
Snap Happy - Photographic Tips
Food for thought
The story behind the picture - courgette We were asked by our friends Matt and Angela Walker of the Leaf Café in Malvern to photograph their food for their website and promotional materials. We got up early and were there for their deliveries, including these courgette flowers. more...
Society
Areley Kings
WI - At the April meeting reports were given on Paula Smith's coffee morning which had raised money for WI funds, the annual council meeting and Mollie Long's curry lunch which raised £300 for the Nandi Hills branch of the East African Women's League. more...
St Richard'S Festival
Making sweet music
IN TUNE: Jacqui Jackson and Darryl Milson, from In Taberna, play their medieval instruments. more...
Hot stuff
HEATWAVE: Fire blower Steve Avery, from Merrie England, entertains visitors to Droitwich's St Richard's Festival. more...
The good old days
WHEELY FUN: Cathy and Steve Cashmore with their 1934 Austin 10 in the High Street. more...
Juggling with fire
SAFE HANDS: Andy Clay, from Merrie England, juggles fire torches. more...
On the slide
FESTIVAL FUN: Luke Blundell, aged four, enjoys a giant inflatable slide in Vines Park. more...
High street crowds
BUSY: The festival was a big hit with members of the public. more...
Theatre
Show will roll back the years
TERRY Bradford and Sussie Arvensen star as the Famous Music Company Limited present Roll Out The Barrel at Redditch's Palace Theatre next Wednesday (2pm). more...
It’s a cracker of an evening at the Palace
IT will be a cracker of an evening at Redditch's Palace Theatre next Friday when a trio of top comedians appear at the venue for A Comedy Night Out. more...
Villages
Longdon
IT is very sad to report the recent passing away of Pat Unwin of Longdon Hall. She played an enormous part in the life of the village and the benefice as a whole or a great many years and she will be greatly missed. On Sunday, May 25, a service of Holy Communion will take the place of the Family Service at St Mary's Church. During this service, Pat will be remembered and her family prayed for. After the service, Pat's ashes will be interred in St Mary's graveyard. The service will start at 11.15am. more...
Storridge
VILLAGE Activities: Christian Aid Lunch, Sunday, May 11 at 12.30pm, tickets £6.50 from Cradley Post Office. Lunch will be at Cradley Village Hall Christian Aid coffee morning, Tuesday, May 13 at 10.30am to 12.30pm. Cakes, raffle and bring and buy . more...
Wellington Heath
THE May Fair made £210 on Saturday. Thank you to the Memorial Hall Committee, the local groups and the community for making it such a successful event. more...
Welland
THE first thing to mention this week is the start of the car-boot sales. The first two commence on Sundays, May 11 and 25. Gates open from noon in the Recreation Field, Welland. Cars £5/Vans and trailers £7. Refreshments will be available in the Hall. Please park sensibly and obey the Safety Marshalls. (they are there for your safety and NOT your annoyance) There is a quiz night on Tuesday, May 13 at 7pm at the Village Hall; £10 per table of four (to include light snacks). Bar available and raffle. Proceeds to go to the Blue Cross and the Orang-a-tang Sanctuary in Borneo. To book a table for this event contact Jackie Turner on 01886 832880. more...
Colwall
WATCH out for publicity for the Colwall Festival. This is to be held from July 10-20 at venues throughout the village. There is something for everyone, music, art, drama, guided walks, photographic competition, flowers, cricket, story telling, cream teas, grand final of the pub quiz and much, much more. Further details and tickets from Steve Hockett on 01684 564872. more...
Colwall
WATCH out for publicity for the Colwall Festival. This is to be held from July 10-20 at venues throughout the village. There is something for everyone, music, art, drama, guided walks, photographic competition, flowers, cricket, story telling, cream teas, grand final of the pub quiz and much, much more. Further details and tickets from Steve Hockett on 01684 564872. more...
Colwall
WATCH out for publicity for the Colwall Festival. This is to be held from July 10-20 at venues throughout the village. There is something for everyone, music, art, drama, guided walks, photographic competition, flowers, cricket, story telling, cream teas, grand final of the pub quiz and much, much more. Further details and tickets from Steve Hockett on 01684 564872. more...
Colwall
WATCH out for publicity for the Colwall Festival. This is to be held from July 10-20 at venues throughout the village. There is something for everyone, music, art, drama, guided walks, photographic competition, flowers, cricket, story telling, cream teas, grand final of the pub quiz and much, much more. Further details and tickets from Steve Hockett on 01684 564872. more...
Powick
NINE members of Powick Parish Ramblers and two dogs, avoided the heavy showers last Wednesday morning to walk five miles around the Sinton Green area. The path left the Hunters' Lodge at Oakham Green, past the farm and across fields. After heavy overnight rain the fields were very wet and wellies were the order of the day. The footpaths led to Sinton Green, with views of Abberley tower, Ankerdine Hill and an end-on view of the Malverns. Past WI House, the way led to Monkwood Nature Reserve where a great crested newt lay dead on the road. In the reserve the walkers were surprised to find a bearded collie on its lead, but wearing doggies galoshes! During the walk a pair of skylarks and swallows were seen. Chris Evans was thanked for leading the walk which took three hours and crossed many stiles. Refreshments were enjoyed at Hunter's Lodge on returning. more...
Bosbury
AFTER months of planning the third Cider and Blossom Festival opens at 11am on Saturday. There are attractions for all the family, in addition to the cider tasting and blossom walks. Chairman, Patrick Whitehead and his hard working committee look forward to your support, the proceeds of the festival will be shared by the village school, the church and the parish hall. more...
West Malvern
THERE was a steady flow of visitors through West Malvern at the weekend, all wishing to see the decorated West Malvern Tap, which was the only adult entry to earn a Gold Award among the 35 wells around the Hills dressed as part of the Malvern Spa Association's event. Devised and presented by Chantal Crawford and her team from the Garden and Nature Club, it was a brilliant evocation of Malvern's Water Cure days in the 19th Century - complete with hapless patient under the douche and a moss-clad donkey! The theme itself could not have been more topical, given the torrential douche from the heavens that hit the village on Saturday morning, when around a third of an inch of mixed rain and hail dropped on the village in the space of few minutes. Congratulations to the Club on yet another win in this competition. more...
What'S On
Where to go (May 7-May 17)
Wednesday May 7 THEATRE: NEW College presents Us and Our Education, Artrix Centre, School Drive, Bromsgrove. more...
Star line-up at laughter show
SINGER Elkie Brooks is heading for Alcester and really looking forward to performing at Ragley Hall as part of the Rock With Laughter concert. more...
Star line-up at laughter show
SINGER Elkie Brooks is heading for Alcester and really looking forward to performing at Ragley Hall as part of the Rock With Laughter concert. more...
Acclaimed play has farm theme
THE highly acclaimed New Perspectives Theatre Co will be visiting Feckenham with a new stage adaptation of The Farm by Richard Benson as part of Worcestershire's Shindig scheme. more...
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