A MOTORIST who received £875 in fines had not passed his driving test when he was pulled over by police. Kumar Sreekumaran Nair was stopped on Townsend Way, Malvern, after officers spotted his tax disc was out of date. When Nair stopped, further investigations
THE expected rout at The Stoop materialised as a youthful Worcester Warriors side were put to the sword by title-chasing Harlequins. The hosts began the game as 100-1-on favourites and the bookies were not wrong as the Sixways kids struggled
A FRAUDSTER conned would-be flat tenants out of £4,425 to fund cancer treatment for his wife back home in Slovakia. Miroslav Sestak admitted obtaining money by deception from five people who had contacted him to sort out accomodation in Worcester.
80mins: Easter grabs his hat-trcik score with a late touch down, which Luveniyali converts. See tomorrow's Worcester News for a full match report. 79mins: Tom Williams dives over in the corner for another WQuins score. 73mins: Easter bags
THESE two girls are the latest entrants who are hoping they have enough style, sophistication and stamina to be crowned Miss Worcester. Time is almost up for anyone who wants to join them and stand the chance of representing the city in the
A SUPERMARKET in Worcestershire was evacuated on Wednesday after alarms were set off by a small fire. Firefighters were called to Morrisons, in Malvern, after problems with a pizza wrapping machine. Customers and staff had to evacuate the store for
WORCESTER’S relegation from the BodyKraft Midlands Premier Division was compounded with a 9-2 defeat at Olton and West Warwick in their final game of the season. Captain Jonathan Sprague scored twice but he was unable to stop his team finishing bottom
A STATE-OF-THE-ART marina could be built as part of plans to restore Droitwich canals. Members of Wychavon District Council’s development control committee will discuss the scheme when they meet on Thursday, April 2. The plans, which would see the site
A WORCESTER publican is appealing for teams to join this year’s Cancer Research Relay For Life. Event chairman and manager of the Barn Owl Phil Heimes is hoping to raise more than £25,000 for Cancer Research during the event, which sees teams
A DRIVER was lucky to escape with minor injuries after a head on smash left his car overturned in the middle of a busy road. A man in his 60s was taken to hospital after the crash in Henwick Road, Worcester, on Wednesday afternoon. Henwick
STOURPORT fought back from four goals behind but lost out 4-3 to leaders University of Exeter in the Slazenger English Hockey League Men’s Conference West. Andrew Langlands, Phil Lashford and Chirs Griffiths were on the scoresheet. The women’s Firsts
WORRIED residents will soon meet the university bosses hoping to turn a Worcester greenfield site into a bustling campus. The University of Worcester unveiled ambitious plans to build on Grove Farm, St John’s, earlier this month. The site, currently
PERSHORE Women swept aside an under-strength Redditch Thirds 7-0 to secure promotion from Worcestershire League Division Three and take them within a point of the league championship. Player-of-the-season Zoe Nicolson scored a hat-trick, while Emma
WORCESTERSHIRE duo Stephen Moore and Kabir Ali have called into the MCC XI to face county champions Durham in the traditional season opener. The New Road pair, who are currently on a pre-season tour with the County in South Africa, will head to Lord’
SATURDAY WORCESTER & DISTRICT LEAGUE Grosvenor Sports v Hanley Swan (J Williams); Martley Spurs v Hallow WMC (D Kings); West Malvern v FC Tything (L Croy); Upton Town v VBL Sports (J Whittington). KIDDERMINSTER LEAGUE Premier Division: Birch Coppice
PERSHORE ‘B’ need just one more frame to be completely sure of the SEC Solutions Worcester Snooker League Division One title. They are set to secure their fourth championship in a row and a ninth in 10 years after beating Droitwich ‘A’ 5-0. DIVISION
WORCESTER Wolves’ tireless work off the court has been rewarded with England Basketball’s Clubmark accolade. The University of Worcester-based side have received three-star accreditation for their community and school development work.
THE mother of a Worcester teenager who froze to death in a field has spoken about her daughter’s last days. Liz Tyler said over the Christmas period last year her daughter Jade was acting strangely and kept wandering off in the middle of the
THE house sparrow has again come out as the most common bird in Worcestershire gardens. More than 9,223 people of all ages from Worcestershire spent an hour in January counting the birds in their garden as part of the world’s biggest wildlife
EXPERIENCED Worcester Warriors props Tevita Taumoepeau and Chris Horsman and young back row Matt Cox will all miss the rest of the season. Former Tongan international star Taumoepeau has recently gone under the knife for an operation to cure an injury
A PERSONAL experience of cancer inspired a compelling exhibition at Worcester Cathedral. Bald Statements – Good Grief is a series of powerful sculptures – eight stone heads that reflect the journey artist Jean Parker began when she was diagnosed
TRADERS on a troubled shopping strip have called for more CCTV cameras and heavier police presence. Businesses in Lowesmoor, Worcester, have repeatedly been vandalised and broken into. Shop windows are regularly smashed and workers,
FIRE at a Worcester school was started deliberately, police believe. A blaze broke out at Regency High School, in Carnforth Drive, Warndon, shortly before 8.50pm yesterday. The fire itself was small - less than one metre square - and no-one
O'RIORDAN Denis Passed way suddenly, on Good Friday. April 1st 1988. Always remembered. Published in paper 01/04/2009 in Worcester News
CONWAY Annie nee Gray Fell asleep three years today. Always in our thoughts and dreams. Miss you Mum. Love Pat, Marco, Sian, Naomi, Rachel, Kallie-Anne. Published in paper 01/04/2009 in Worcester News
GRAY Annie In loving memory of a dear mum. Always in our thoughts. Love Robert. x Published in paper 01/04/2009 in Worcester News
SALT Chris Passed away one year ago March 29th. We think of you everyday. So very sadly missed by Sally, Scott and Matthew. Published in paper 01/04/2009 in Worcester News
GRAY Annie Love and miss you, always in my thoughts until we meet again. Your loving husband Michael Published in paper 01/04/2009 in Worcester News
HUGHES Peter John The Family wish to thank many Friends and ex Colleagues of the Post office for kind messages and attendance at his celebration of life. Grateful thanks to District Nurse and Team from Spring Gardens Surgery for the care he received.
WILLIS Doreen On March 27th, 2009, peacefully in hospital after a short illness, aged 75 years. Beloved wife of the late John, dearly loved mother of Lynn, Sue and Paul. Much loved mother in law, nan and great nan. Cremation will take place at Worcester
NORMAN Joan Of Fernhill Heath Passed away peacefully at home on March 27th, 2009, aged 81 years. Beloved wife of the late Ben and a much loved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service at Claines Church on Tuesday April 7th, at 2.45 pm
ROUSE Betty Passed away after a long illness bravely borne on March 28th, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Reg. Dearly loved mother of Geoff and Pam. A much loved mother in law, grandmother and great grandmother who will be sadly missed by her Family and
SHERGOLD Edith nee Thomas Wife of the late George. Sister of Josie New Zealand and Sylvia. Brother in laws Astor and Terry. Died suddenly Friday, March 27th, aged 85 years at The Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Avon 3 Ward. Thanks to all Doctors and Staff
A VILLAGE hall in Worcestershire is celebrating a cash windfall that will help turn it into a real focus of the community. The Cropthorne and Charlton Village Hall has been awarded £336,866 from the Big Lottery Fund. The money will be
STOKES Adam Thinking of our wonderful son and brother who would have been 27 today. We love and miss you Ad. All our love Mum, Dad, Matt and Dom. xxxx "I'll meet you there" F.F. Published in paper 01/04/2009 in Worcester News
GRAY Annie There is a place in my heart no one can filll. I love you Mum and I always will, miss you every day RIP mum love Mark, Donna, Josh, Sam and Beth x Published in paper 01/04/2009 in Worcester News
GRAY Annie nee Conway Mam, did you feel me kiss your face, Did you hear me cry, and did you know it broke my heart, to say the last goodbye. You left me precious memories that made me laugh and cry, but the love you planted in my heart, no millionaire
GRAY Annie nee Conway Mam, three years since you fell asleep. Your presence I miss, Your memory I treasure, Loving you always, Forgetting you never. Love always, Liz. xx Published in paper 01/04/2009 in Worcester News
CONWAY Annie To a very special lady, my mum. We have such wonderful memories of you mum, The precious time we had together will stay in our hearts forever. God Bless, my sweet lady. Love Steve and Gin. Published in paper 01/04/2009 in Worcester News
JEYNES Elizabeth Diane nee Passey Suddenly on March 26th, 2009, aged 44 years. Formerly of Bromyard. Mother of Lisa, Daniel and Katie, daughter of Hannahlore and Michael Passey, sister of Sally Ann and the late Kenneth, grandmother of Ashley and Charlie
CLARKE Beverley Joan Of Henwick Road, Worcester. Passed peacefully away in hospital after a short illness on March 29th, 2009, aged 48 years. Much loved daughter of Joan and Eddie Ted. Special sister to Derek and Linda and aunt to Raymond and Romy. Funeral
YEOMANS Marilyn Suddenly on March 26th 2009. Aged 38 years. Beloved mother, daughter, sister and aunt. Sadly missed by all her Family and Friends Requiem Mass at St Georges Catholic Church Worcester on Friday April 3rd at 2.30 p.m. Followed by interment
PRICE Lee Passed away suddenly, March 25th, aged 38 years. Beloved husband of Nicky. Daddy to Amy and Katie. Son of Jackie and the late Bill Price. Much loved brother. Lee will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium
VERITY Daisy The children and grandchildren of Daisy wish to thank relatives and friends for their condolences following her death. The support at her funeral and donations in aid of St Mary's Church, Shrawley is much appreciated. Published in paper 01
WESTFIELDS held high-flying Alvechurch to a 2-2 draw in the Midland Alliance at allpay.park. Having played nine matches throughout last month, John Layton’s side fell behind to a 20th-minute header from James Ince. But the visitors’ lead did not last
LAUDED singer songwriter Ray LaMontagne will perform at Wolverhampton Civic Hall this September. The artist released his much-anticipated third album, Gossip In The Grain, in October 2008 on RCA Records. Recorded with returning producer Ethan Johns in
A POPULAR story was a huge hit when it was performed as a musical by school children. Alice – The Musical was a sell-out at the King’s Hawford School in Claines, near Worcester. The play was a musical version of Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland and
THE illicit lovers who plotted the death of lorry driver Reginald Southall to cover up their affair and steal his money have each been sentenced to life in jail. Judge Colman Treacy QC said that Muriel Southall and Michael Whitcombe had carried
MARK Benbow equalised 10 minutes from time as Stourport Swifts drew 1-1 at home to Rothwell Town in British Gas Business Division One Midlands. In a game watched by only 50 people, Kevin Byrne put Rothwell ahead on 36 minutes but Stourport upped the
A NEW headteacher has been chosen for Worcester’s proposed city academy. Currently the deputy headteacher at the Tudor Grange School in Solihull, Claire Maclean, has been picked as the principal designate for the Bilford Road School.
POLICE have carried out a series of early morning raids in a bid to crack down on burglaries in south Worcestershire. A total of 17 properties were searched and 17 arrests were made as part of operation protect. An address in Warndon Villages, Worcester
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EVESHAM and Corby Town, who started the game in second place, played out an entertaining draw at St George's Lane in their British Gas Business Premier Division clash. The visitors held the upper hand during the opening 45 minutes but Evesham hit back
EXCELLENT weather again greeted the first day of the Mercian Festival Youth Football League finals at Malvern Town’s Langland Stadium. The girls’ games started with the Mercian League Cup Under 10s final which saw Warndon Villages Wildcats
AN inspection report on a Worcester college has been graded as good with many features described as good or outstanding. The Ofsted report for the Worcester Sixth Form College has revealed it gives a good grade in effectiveness of provision
THOUSANDS of pensioners in Worcester and the Wyre Forest will no longer be able to use their free bus passes during peak times from today. Controversial changes to the Government’s concessionary bus pass scheme came into force today, with Worcester City
FROGS, newts, dragonflies and water-loving plants have been carved out of wood and installed on Pershore’s wetland area boardwalk. Children from Abbey First School, who have been involved in planting in the wetland area, were invited to the
THE simple things in life such as opening a bottle of wine, turning a key or getting a carton of juice out of the fridge can prove intensely troublesome for someone with Raynaud’s syndrome. Attacks can be triggered by changes in temperature
PRIMARY schools in Worcestershire have slipped down almost 10 places when it comes to English and maths results. The key stage two performance tables, published today, shows how primary schools are performing in the key areas of English, maths
THE renowned Worcester Male Voice Choir has announced it will shortly become the first male voice choir in the country to accept ladies. The decision was taken by the choir’s main committee following discussions with the ladies committee over the last
CountryTastic 16th April - Gates open 10am-4pm - For children upto 14 years Introducing food, farming and the countryside. Looking for a fun day out during the Easter school holidays? Mums and dads, aunts and uncles and grandparents
IF Worcester City are going to challenge in the league next season our home form has got to be better. We have only won four times at St George’s Lane in the current campaign and were below par again in the 0-0 draw against Dorchester last
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers play their first of nine games this month when they visit Woking tonight (7.45). The Aggborough club have a congested end to the season as they seek to cement their place in the Blue Square Premier play-offs. Mark
A TEENAGER has gone under the scissors for the first time in her life and had 16 inches (40.6cm) of hair lopped off her locks for charity. Phoebe Cornish has raised more than £400 in sponsorship which she will donate to St Richard’s Hospice and possibly
FIREFIGHTERS were called to a Worcester school following reports of thick smoke. Crews went to Regency High School, Carnforth Drive, Warndon, at 8.50pm yesterday where fire had broken out in a partially-constructed building. Although the
This Spring lots of bold light colours are in fashion, this is mainly for the top half; dark shades on bottom. Floral is another thing, I've been combinding both these trends by wearing bright floral, flowy of-the-shoulder tops (these are good to equalize
A llama has disappeared from Twycross Zoo. The seventy-year-old llama called Beckett was last seen in its enclosure on the morning of Tuesday 31st March and was discovered to have gone missing by zookeeper Liz Cubberley. At the scene of the disappearance
SIR – The ubiquitous Mr Albarin asks who our MP represents? Surely it’s now obvious that Mr Foster represents an artificial concoction called New Labour which many are still daft enough to imagine has some connection to Old Labour. But Mr Albarin
SIR – Mike Foster MP is absolutely correct to write that “free markets, left entirely to their own devices, can and do fail – the cost is misery for millions”. However, he tries to make out that only the Conservatives believe that free markets are
SIR – It would appear that Mr Foster has got the rose-tinted specs on yet again and has rolled out the old chestnut of a unitary authority for Worcestershire on the basis that it is working in Shropshire. Firstly, it would appear from the article
SIR – Why does Philip Bushill-Matthews (March 23) try to defend the indefensible with invective and not figures. When UK MEPs were elected in 2005 they were paid annually £59,095 (source UK Office of the EU Parliament), after June they will be paid
SIR – The easiest way to solve the council’s problem with the availability of allotments is to ask the elderly. In Worcester and surrounding areas there must be many elderly residents, who would be happy to have their garden seeded and planted, this
SIR – I support senior youth worker Cheryl Fereday’s letter (March 11) about a youth community building for teenagers. GEORGE COWLEY, Worcester.
SIR – I read in the Worcester News last Friday (March 27) that local businessman Richard Hewitt made an official complaint about the recommendation to twin Worcester with Gaza because it apparently “caused damage to the international reputation of the
SIR – Perhaps Brian Hunt has been drinking too much cheap booze. He wants to protect the “lower waged working class and the poor” from the government chief medical officer’s suggested increase in alcohol prices (Worcester News, March 20. He thinks
A MAN who called police to report two youths attempting to break into his neighbour’s garage was told officers were “too busy” to attend the scene. John Bevins, aged 71, of Prestbury Close, Blackpole, Worcester, spotted two teenagers removing the brickwork
SIR – Regarding the article in the Worcester News on Wednesday, March 18, ‘Students are given a chance to have their say,’ it seems to me that all relevant sectors – the university, the police, the local authority and the students themselves, have one
SIR – There has been much comment in the Worcester News regarding the Worcester Acute Hospital Trust’s decision to hold board meetings in private when they become a foundation trust. I wonder if many Worcester News readers know what a foundation
SIR – Like everyone else, I am now in receipt of my council tax bill for the next 12 months. I realise it is important and necessary for the adequate provision of our services. However, I do think that there is a reluctance or inability to pursue alternative
SIR – With financial news all mainly focusing on crazy bonuses and obscene pensions first prize for the most aptly named man has to go to Sir Fred Goodwin. Stanley D Parr, Pershore.
SIR – Having spent 27 years working as a district nurse in Worcester, I saw at first hand the wonderful care shown by the area’s GPs to their patients. All GPs in Worcester have working practices in place to provide a first class service to their patients
SWIMMERS in Worcestershire can enjoy free swimming sessions as part of a two-year government initiative which starts today. More than 1,000 swimming pools run by almost 300 local councils nationwide will offer free swimming for people aged
AROUND 20 million children and pensioners can use council-run swimming pools in many parts of the country for free under a new scheme launched today. And we think that is great news. Under-16s and over-60s will benefit from the initiative in Worcester
ALMOST £100,000 is to be spent renovating a Worcester primary school – less than three years after it was built. Worcestershire County Council plans to demolish a glass conservatory at Fairfield Community Primary School, Brickfields, and replace it with
FUN runners will be exploding out of the blocks as a popular annual event makes its return after a year off. The Crowle Gunpowder Plot 10k and Fun Run for runners of all ages and abilities is making its return on Sunday, May 10, for the first time since
STAFF from Sienna X self tanning business in Sherriff Street, Worcester, attended the finals of the trade’s Oscars, the Professional Beauty Awards, in London. Steve Matthews, Sienna’s operations director and husband of the company’s owner Nicky Matthews
NEVER mind the Dragons’ Den, there’s a chance to get into the Bear Pit at this year’s Three Counties Show in June. Rural entrepreneurs are being encouraged to take the bull by the horns, enter the ‘battle arena’ and sweat it out in pursuit of a cash
THE future of a Worcester nature reserve is in safe hands. The Friends of Laugherne Brook Local Nature Reserve, who came together with a common aim of protecting and promoting an area of natural beauty in St John’s, have stepped up efforts to ensure
AN inspection report on a Worcester college has been graded as good with many features described as good or outstanding. The Ofsted report for the Worcester Sixth Form College has revealed it gives a good grade in effectiveness of provision. The students
