RUBERY Girls under-10s played well but lost 2-0 to Glebe Farm in their Open Cup Final. Rubery Girls under-15 Girls did well to lose only 4-0 to Alvechurch with only eight players against 11. Rubery under-10s won 3-1 against Coldlands Colts, with two
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. Fine performances from
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. In the qualifying rounds they
TOWN under-13 Colts finished their season in fourth place as they failed to score for the first time this campaign in a 2-0 home defeat to Warriors. Warriors had the better of the first half, but Ethan Godwin was unlucky when he was ruled offside when
BROMSGROVE Town finished the league season as runners-up in Divison G. League champions Woodgate Warriors were the visitors to Bromsgrove trying to make it 18 straight wins for the season. Town were detemined to break this record and this showed as
BROMSGROVE Town finished the league season as runners-up in Divison G. League champions Woodgate Warriors were the visitors to Bromsgrove trying to make it 18 straight wins for the season. Town were detemined to break this record and this showed as
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. With four wins, a draw with the eventual winners from Worcester and one defeat to the host club, they
HARRIS Elizabeth The families of the late Elizabeth Harris wish to thank all friends and relatives for the sympathy shown and the donations received for St. Richards Hospice following their recent sad loss. Special thanks to to the Staff of Rashwood Nursing
MILLS Margaret Jane Peggy Peggy died peacefully in her sleep at home on Thursday May 1st 2008 Ascension Day. Aged 92 years. Leaving Susan, Christopher, Michael, John and their families. Funeral service will take place at Dodford Parish Church on Monday
JENNINGS On Saturday 3rd May peacefully at Worcester Royal Hospital, Dorothy May Aged 100 years. Dearly loved Mum of Wendy and Colin, Nanny of Matthew, Richard and Susanna, Great Nan of Edward and James. For funeral arrangements please contact Dawe Brothers
BERTRAM MEAKIN "Bert" Passed away 29th April 2008. Former Headmaster of Rigby Hall School. Sadly missed by his Wife Cynthia, his Daughter Judith, Son-in-Law Simon and Granddaughter Annabelle. The funeral will be on Friday 9th May. Family flowers
DIXON Frances Passed away peacefully on 2nd May 2008. Will be sadly missed by Son John and family. Published in paper 07/05/2008
POWELL Ken Fell asleep one year today. If our Angel could speak to us now, He would tell us, Please don't cry, Celebrate my life, Enjoy being together on this day, Remember my smile,My good deeds,My love for my Family and Friends, Keep me alive in your
BRIDGMAN Elizabeth Anne Passed away on May 1st 2008. Aged 71 years. Is at peace now. Love and God Bless. Peter, Emma, Philip, Stephen, Victoria, Sarah, Richard, Sammy and Theo. Funeral Mass at St. Peter's R C Church on Thursday May 8th 2008 at 1.00 pm
MOORE Florence Amelia Passed away peacefully at the Alexandra Hospital on April 28th 2008. Aged 99 years. She will be greatly missed by her family. Funeral service will be held at Redditch Crematorium on Friday May 9th at 1.15 pm. Funeral arrangements
HARDISTY NEE BOUGHTON Julie Ann Died peacefuly on 30th April 2008 after a courageous fight against brain cancer. Sadly missed by husband Mike, daughter Jenna and son Richard. Special daughter to Jill and Bill and beloved sister of Jon. Funeral to be held
HORACE BULLOWS 11-05-2007 Treasured memories of a dear Husband to Stella. Much loved Father to Annette and Andrew. Loving memories from Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Memories are lovingly kept, you were too special to ever forget. Published
SHERWOOD Patricia 11th May 2006 Time passes, memories stay Always remembered every day Love always Sister Val and Family Published in paper 07/05/2008
BROWN Alex 18 Today 11.05.08 Happy Birthday Lots of love from Mum & Holly x x Nanny & Pow x x Published in paper 07/05/2008
NOKES Sheila Arthur and the late Vicki would like to say thank you to aunties, uncles, cousins, friends and neighbours for the flowers, cards and the kindness of Dr Starkie and Macmillan Nurses. All who attended the funeral service. A special thank you
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
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. West Mercia Housing Group is working with Bromsgrove District Council, Worcestershire County Council's Supporting
CHILDREN from a Tardebigge school took part in maypole dancing as part of May day celebrations. Pupils from Tardebigge CofE First School enjoyed weeks of practise, showing off their final routine at the Church Lane-based school on Bank Holiday Monday
SEVENTEEN-year-old Alisha Southall, from Barnt Green, was crowned Miss Bromsgrove at a successful Stoke fete. About 500 visitors flocked to the recreation ground on Saturday to enjoy the many activities and stalls on offer before the six contestants
A GATING order for an alleyway, which has been described as a public toilet', is being called for by leading Bromsgrove councillors. Rita Dent and Ted Tibby, Bromsgrove District Conservative councillors for St Johns, and Worcestershire County Councillor
Wednesday May 7 THEATRE: NEW College presents Us and Our Education, Artrix Centre, School Drive, Bromsgrove. THEATRE: Who Goes Bare, Palace Theatre, Redditch (until May 10) (7.30pm). Thursday May 8 MUSIC: Time Enough, Hop Pole Inn, Birmingham Road
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. The must-see show runs from June 9 to 14 (
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. Now the singer is gettting ready to appear at Huntingdon Hall in Worcester
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. The show features star comedians Frank Carson (pictured), Ian Sludge' Lees and Duncan Norvelle. Carson
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). Take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with Bradford and Arvensen in a show that radiates an atmosphere
THE Bromsgrove Festival continues this week with a string of exciting shows. One of the biggest names in traditional jazz, the Chris Barber Big Band, make their debut in Bromsgrove on Friday. They are appearing at the Artrix theatre in School Drive
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. It was a mixed weekend for Green, who moved straight to the Birmingham
BROMSGROVE Rovers hope the future of a number of their key stars will become a lot clearer within the next week. Boss Duane Darby revealed he is set to sit down with some of his players as he continues preparations for next season. Following the Greens
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.
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. The 247 required for victory
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. Coming to the crease at number three
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
Romsley (15pts) 225 all out Avoncroft (9pts) 179-8 Match drawn FOR the second week running, Avoncroft came off second best in a tightly fought Crusader Worcestershire League Division Two contest, with a losing draw against the side who finished
NEW Bromsgrove Golf Club captains Mark Hawkins and Debbie Degge officially drove in' the new season with the Captain's Shield event. The men's competition was won by Craig Goldsby with a score of Net 64, while Matt Hawkins was second with Net 65. In
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). Sailboards - 1) Robin Brown, 2) Chris Pack, 3) Jeff
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. The Confined provides winning opportunities for two stables near the roadside course
BROMSGROVE School's under-16 boys hockey team suffered a narrow defeat to Ipswich School in the Schools Championship national final in East Grinstead. The boys reached the final after some exciting matches at the county and regional rounds. Bromsgrove
TEENAGE speedster Scott Mead (pictured) makes his debut in the Motorsport GB Super Teens Championships at Cadwell Park on May 17 and 18. The series will provide him with quality competition, and it is televised on the Sky channel Motors TV. Riders who
SAM Alsop and Karl Lewis were the big winners at the Bromsgrove Rovers end of season awards bash. Alsop received the acclaim of his own team-mates by scooping the Players' Player of the Season gong, while he was also presented with the Advertiser/Messenger
CATSHILL Middle School's football team were crowned District Champions after a 1-0 win over Westacre. The boys gave a spirited and battling performance to win the final, which was played at Bromsgrove Rovers FC's Victoria Ground.
DROITWICH Amateur Boxing Club is holding another of its popular boxing tournaments in Redditch this Sunday. It takes place at the Arrow Valley Social Club in Matchborough Way and is due to commence at 1.30pm. Top of the bill will be 23-year-old light-heavyweight
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. The victory means Spartak finish the season in 16th place. Singh is seeking
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. Anthony Bonehill was the star of the show for The Unpredictables as they claimed a thrilling 5-2 success
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. It took 15 minutes for the first goalmouth action, Tipton keeper Vicky Clinton saving
MATT Neal endured a mixed weekend at Donington Park, Leicestershire, in the latest rounds of the British Touring Car Championship. The Droitwich race ace earned a second place in race one, but his Vauxhall Vectra crashed out of race two with one lap
