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Tennis: Teenage Torton ace turns pro
KIDDERMINSTER tennis ace Lewis Barnes is set to turn professional after winning the International Tennis Federation tournament in Edinburgh. The 16-year-old from Torton has accepted an invitation from LTA director of performance Jeremy Bates to move
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BOTTOMLEY LONGDON
BOTTOMLEY-LONGDON Clare-Paul 28.7.06 Hope you are still smiling in 25 years Good luck on your marriage Love and best wishes The Gittens family Published in paper 27/07/2006
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TRAMASEUR
TRAMASEUR. Jean and Rod would like to thank their wonderful kids for a lovely time at their Ruby Anniversary and especially for the gifts and surprise weekend. Published in paper 27/07/2006
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COOPER
COOPER. Robert Charles. Passed away at Nightingales Rest Home, Wolverley on Friday 21st July, 2006, aged 84 years. Sadly missed by Doris his loving wife, his son's Peter and Colin, daughter Isobelle and daughter-in-law Gill and grandchildren and great
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WILDE
WILDE. Sheila. Passed away peacefully at home on 24th July, 2006, aged 73 years. Dearly loved and sadly missed by close family and good friends. For funeral arrangements please contact A Hoskins & Son, 23 York Street, Stourport-on-Severn. Tel: 01299
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THOMAS
THOMAS Kenneth Cecil Ken. Of Trimpley Formerly of Merry Hill Farm, Quarry Bank. Passed away peacefully at Worcester Royal Hospital on July 18th aged 86 years. Father of David, grandad of Matthew and Louise, great grandad of Kerian, Alex, Ben and Sophie
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KAY
KAY. Alan of Kidderminster, passed away suddenly on July 19th aged 64 years. Beloved husband of Pamela. Loving father of Juliet and Rosalind. Proud Grandpa to Freddie, Rosie and Hector. Funeral service and cremation at Stourbridge Crematorium 12.30 on
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ARUNDEL
ARUNDEL David. Of Bewdley Late of Wribbenhall Passed away peacefully at the Alexandra Hospital, Redditch on July 21st. Funeral service and interment at All Saint's Church, Wribbenhall, 11.00am on Wednesday August 2nd. Flowers or donations for All Saint's
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BOND
BOND Bill. Passed away peacefully at Brookdale Care Home on Saturday July 22nd 2006 aged 85 years. Beloved husband of the late Ethel Bond, father of David, grandfather of Kate and great grandfather of Jessica and David. Funeral service and cremation at
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CHAPPLE
CHAPPLE. Tom. Passed away peacefully at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on July 20th 2006 aged 62 years. Funeral service at Holy Innocent's Church, Kidderminster on Wednesday August 2nd 2006 at 10.30am. Family flowers only please but donations if desired
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BASKETFIELD
BASKETFIELD. Geoffrey. Passed away at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on July 18th 2006 aged 84 years. Funeral service took place at St John the Baptist Church, Wolverley on Wednesday July 26th 2006. Donations in lieu of flowers please for Wolverley Memorial
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RAMSAY
RAMSAY. Gordon. Passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on July 19th, 2006, aged 63 years. Service at Worcester Crematorium Monday 31st July, 2006, at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Cancer Research UK c/o Co-operative
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MURPHY
MURPHY. John. Passed away peacefully at Kidderminster Hospital on July 20th, 2006. Many thanks to Doctor's and Nurses that attended to him after a long illness. Will be sadly missed by loving wife Barbara and all the family. Published in paper 27/07/
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CARMODY DESMOND
CARMODY - DESMOND Lee and Lucy 13.07.06 We are so proud of our beautiful granddaughter Carys Celeste Congratulations to you both Lots of love Gramps and Grandma Desmond, Uncle Nathan and Auntie Helen xx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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CARMODY DESMOND
CARMODY - DESMOND Lee and Lucy Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful daughter Carys Celeste Born 13th July 2006 Love from Grandad and Nanny Carmody and Uncle Clark and Lucy Published in paper 27/07/2006
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CARMODY DESMOND
CARMODY - DESMOND Lee and Lucy 13.07.06 Well done Lucy and thank you so much for our beautiful baby girl Carys Celeste All my love always and forever Lee xxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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ASTON
ASTON Lisa Marie Congratulations on achieving your BSc Hons 2:1 Degree in Physiotherapy at Brunel University, London. We are so proud of you Love Dad, Mum, Janelle and Nan Published in paper 27/07/2006
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FISHER
FISHER Stephen Congratulations on your BSc Hons upper 2.1 Real Estate We are all very proud of you Love from Mom, Dad, Mark, Ruby, Terry, Sherry and all the gang Well done Einstein! xxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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THOMAS
THOMAS Rebecca Congratulations on getting your B.A. Honours in Early Years Learning Love Mom and Dad Published in paper 27/07/2006
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HIRONS
HIRONS Matthew Congratulations on your BSc Hons 2.1 Internet Computing Love and Best Wishes for the future Mom and Dad Published in paper 27/07/2006
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DEELEY
DEELEY Nicola Helen Congratulations BA Joint Honours in Marketing and American Studies Well Done We are very proud of you With love from Mom, Anna, Julia and Laura Published in paper 27/07/2006
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LEAKE HUDSON
LEAKE - HUDSON Ele and Matt Congratulations on your engagement Lots of love Best wishes Mom, Dad, Mitchell, Nan, Peggy, Nan, Jean, Grandad xxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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WHATMORE
WHATMORE Frank 26th July 2005 To a dear and loving husband and father If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane We would walk right to the top and bring you home again Loving wife Mavis, sons, Clive, Dave and families Also lots of friends Published
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MORGAN
MORGAN. Phyllis Louisa. Died 1st August 1981. We talk of you often, you're not forgotten dear Mom. Always remembered by Ruth, Vera and families. Published in paper 27/07/2006
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BULMER
BULMER Derrick 31st July, 05 It's 12 long months since you passed away. I miss you more than words can say Remembered every single day Love Phyl Published in paper 27/07/2006
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POWELL
POWELL Margaret Rose 31.7.2001 Five years ago you went away But in my heart you've always stayed Published in paper 27/07/2006
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ALLEN JAMES
ALLEN JAMES 1961 - 1986 Treasured memories of a loving son and brother. We will never forget you James. Mom, Dad, sisters, families Published in paper 27/07/2006
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BATES
BATES. Violet. 25.7.78. A very dear Mother. Sadly missed. Bren and Dave. Published in paper 27/07/2006
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HARRINGTON
HARRINGTON Patricia 05.02.37 - 28.07.05 We wrote this poem to let you know, in our hearts we will never let you go Love and miss you James, Trish, Tommy and Josef xx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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EVANS
EVANS Marie In letters of gold on the wings of a dove, we send birthday wishes will all our love Sheena, Seb, Cheyanne and Lily-Mae Published in paper 27/07/2006
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JONES
JONES. Joyce Mabel. Patricia, Tony, Michael, Derek and Kevin would like to thank everyone who attended the funeral service and for the kindness shown to them at this sad time. Also many thanks for all the beautiful flowers and cards of sympathy received
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EDWARDS
EDWARDS. Lily. The family of Lily wishes to thank all who attended her funeral. Also for all the flowers and donations.For looking after Lily so well, thank you to the Brookdale Nursing Home. Thanks also to B Ince Funeral Directors. Published in paper
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REEP
REEP. Robert John Bob. Sheila, Richard and Lucy thank the many friends and work colleagues for their sympathy and support, for attending the funeral and for donations to Cancer Research UK. Published in paper 27/07/2006
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DAVIS
DAVIS Kristy 27.7.85 Happy 21st Littleone All our love and X's From Mom, Dad, Bindi, Mand, Laurence, Jodie and Poppy, Ellie Martel and Billierae Published in paper 27/07/2006
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TEAGUE
TEAGUE Keith To my special Husband and Dad Happy 44th birthday Lots of love always Maria, Kiara Aaron and Frankie Published in paper 27/07/2006
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SAUNDERS STOJKOWSKI
SAUNDERS Jane 27.07.66 STOJKOWSKI Angelo 30.7.66 Happy 40th Birthday 'Born together - meant to be together!' Love from Mom and Rhys, Nan A, Jamie, Chelsea and all the family Published in paper 27/07/2006
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GRIFFIN
GRIFFIN Ben 27.7.88 Happy 18th Birthday Lots of love Mom, Dad, Joe and Tom XXX Published in paper 27/07/2006
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DANBY
DANBY Daniel 22nd July Simply the best! Happy Birthday Love from Mom and Dad xxxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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DARBY
DARBY Gordon Happy 65th Love from Lily, Tammy, Hayley, Chris and Carol Published in paper 27/07/2006
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CROWTHER
CROWTHER Lee 27.07.88 Happy 18th Birthday Lots of love Mom, Dad, Ryan, Scott, Elisha xxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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FERRIS
FERRIS Katie 01.08.85 Happy 21st Birthday Love from Mom, Dad and Debbie xxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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MASON
MASON Carrie Anne 26.07.88 Happy 18th Birthday Beautiful Our love always Mom, Dad and Holly xxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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TAYLOR
TAYLOR Karen Welcome to the 40's club Love Julia, Andre, Louise, Koral, Connor xx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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THOMBS
THOMBS Jenny 29.7.85 Happy 21st Birthday Jenny All our love Mom, Dad and Sarah xxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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WATKINS
WATKINS Julia Happy 40th, looking good! Have a 'smashing' time Love Andre, Louise, Koral, Connor xxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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LORRAIN GOTCHA
LORRAIN Paul GOTCHA! Welcome to the '30' Club old man Happy Birthday Love Paul, Sarah, Lucy, Katy Published in paper 27/07/2006
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LORRAIN
LORRAIN Paul 28.7.76 Happy 30th Birthday to my gorgeous hubby Now you're in your 30's as well - at last! Love you loads Claire Published in paper 27/07/2006
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SMITH
SMITH Dave Happy 60th Birthday Love Val, Sarah, Simon and Debs Published in paper 27/07/2006
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STOJKOWSKI
STOJKOWSKI Angelo 30.7.06 Happy 40th Birthday and congratulations for your new job You are one in a million A fantastic dad A very good friend And a wonderful partner And we love you very much Jane, Jamie and Chelsea Published
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COPE
COPE Jordan 29.07.03 Happy 3rd Birthday to a special son Love always Mummy and Daddy xxxxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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MARKS
MARKS Vanessa Happy Birthday Mum Lots of love from Donna, Tim & Gary Hayley, Ian & Tom Published in paper 27/07/2006
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BULMER
BULMER Emma 28.7.85 All our love Nan, Auntie Ellie, Uncle Mick, Faye, Daniel, Joanne xxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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LINDSAY HEATHER
LINDSAY - HEATHER Ian and Kerry Congratulations on your engagement Love Mum, Jade, Jim, James x Published in paper 27/07/2006
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SOUTHERN
SOUTHERN Jenine Fay 26.7.66 Wishing our special daughter A happy 40th birthday Love Mom and Dad Dickens Published in paper 27/07/2006
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ROBERTS
ROBERTS Michael 02.08.88 Happy 18th Birthday at last! Lots and lots of love Mom, Dad, Simon and Kiera xxx The drinks are on you Mike! Published in paper 27/07/2006
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JONES
JONES. Michelle. Happy 40th Birthday. Love from all the family xx. Published in paper 27/07/2006
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ELLERTON
ELLERTON Jamie 28.7.1990 Happy 16th Birthday Love Dad, Heidi, Cara, Georgia, Amie, Maisy xxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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MASON
MASON Scott 28.7.85 Happy 21st Birthday Love always Mom, Dad, Beckie, Dan, Kayleigh, Miyah, Niall Published in paper 27/07/2006
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WATKINS
WATKINS Julia Happy 40th Birthday Lots of love Sharon, Roy, Scott, Katie, Gavin, Melissa x Published in paper 27/07/2006
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THOMBS
THOMBS Jenny Happy 21st Birthday Loads of love Gran and Grandad Published in paper 27/07/2006
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COPE
COPE Jordan Happy 3rd Birthday to our little man Love from Grandad Roy, Nanny Bett and Grandad Tom xxxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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DARBY
DARBY Larna Happy 1st Birthday 22.07.05 Our Beautiful Little Princess Love, Hugs and Kisses Mommy and Daddy x x Published in paper 27/07/2006
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SHIPTON
SHIPTON Jemma Happy 18th Birthday Darling All our love Mom, PJ, Mel, Patch, Tili xxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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NICKLESS
NICKLESS Linda 30.07.66 Happy 40th Birthday Lin Love Paul, Becky and Shawn xxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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MORRIS
MORRIS Natasha 26.7.93 Happy 13th Birthday Love Mum, Nat, Steve, Wendy, Nan, Bren, family, friends x Published in paper 27/07/2006
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THOMBS
THOMBS Jenny Happy 21st Birthday Have a wonderful day Lots of love Gary xx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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POOLE
POOLE Steve Happy 40th Birthday Love from Mom, Tracey, Paul, Sam and Chris Published in paper 27/07/2006
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LEE BROWNE
LEE BROWNE Sarah 'Congratulations' Well Done Nurse Lee Browne We are all proud of you Love Mom, Dad, Ebony, Rich and Nan xxxxx
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BUSH
BUSH Rob and Katie Congratulations on the safe arrival of Alice May Born 19th July 2006 A sister to Megan and Lucy All our love Mum, Dad and Dave Published in paper 27/07/2006
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JOHN
JOHN Nick-Debbie Are proud to announce the safe arrival on the 21st July of their beautiful daughter Evie Helen Congratulations and lots of love from all of your family and friends Welcome Evie Published in paper 27/07/2006
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EVANS
EVANS Marie Flowers will die and the sun will set but you're too special to ever forget Scott and Danny XX Published in paper 27/07/2006
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EVANS
EVANS Marie Deep in our hearts your memory is kept, to love, to treasure and never forget Dean and Leigh XX Published in paper 27/07/2006
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EVANS
EVANS Marie Sweet is your memory, precious your name, close in our hearts, you'll always remain. Love Ian, Ebony and Ciara XX Published in paper 27/07/2006
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EVANS
EVANS Marie Birthday wishes to Heaven we send, with broken hearts that will never mend Look after Stevie for us Mom Love Les and Steve xx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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POWELL
POWELL. Margaret Alice nee Fathers. Tess would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours who attended Mum's funeral, also for donations to the British Heart Foundation. Susie reunited with her beloved Davey. Published in paper 27/07/2006
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ANNIS
ANNIS. Jean Margaret. Husband Reg and family would like to thank everyone who attended Jean's funeral and for cards and flowers received. Special thanks to staff at Ravenhurst Care Home and Broomy Close Social Day Care Centre for the care and kindness
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PEARSON
PEARSON Patricia Pat George, Glenn, Mandy, Julie, Lisa and families would like to thank all who attended Pat's funeral and for the donations to Kemp Hospice and British Heart Foundation. Thank you to all for the kind messages and sympathy at this sad
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PERRY ROBINSON
PERRY - ROBINSON Andrea and Paul Congratulations on your forthcoming marriage Love Mom, Dad, Peter and Katie xxxx Published in paper 27/07/2006
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STARKIE
STARKIE. Colin. On 23rd July 2006, died peacefully in Warwick Hospital aged 98. Much loved husband of Joy, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Previously Medical Officer of Health, Kidderminster. Funeral 2nd August 2006 at 1.30pm in Oakley Wood
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KILGOUR
KILGOUR. Donald. Died suddenly at home on July 20th, aged 63 years. He will be greatly missed by Elizabeth his wife, Raymond and Hilary his brother and sister-in-law, and all his family and friends. Funeral service at Worcester Crematorium 12 noon on
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REYNOLDS
REYNOLDS. Geoff. Passed away at High Habberley House, Kidderminster on July 20th 2006 aged 67 years. Funeral service at Stourbridge Crematorium on Friday July 28th 2006 at 10.00am. No black clothes by request. All flowers are welcome c/o Edwin Harris
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LANDON
LANDON. Eva. Passed away peacefully at High Habberley House, Kidderminster on July 16th 2006 aged 77 years. Funeral service at Holy Trinity Church, Trimpley on Friday July 28th 2006 at 2.30pm. Flowers are welcome or donations to be shared between the
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HILL
HILL. Marion Joan nee Bradley. Passed away at High Habberley House, Kidderminster on July 20th 2006 aged 80 years. Funeral service at Stourbridge Crematorium on Tuesday August 1st 2006 at 2.30pm. All flowers are welcome c/o Edwin Harris & Sons, 1
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DAY
DAY. May. Died peacefully on 20th July, Worcester Royal Hospital, aged 79 years. For funeral arrangements contact Co-op Funeral Directors. Published in paper 27/07/2006
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MARLOW PDSA
MARLOW. Elaine. Passed away peacefully on 17th July 2006 aged 45 years. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will take place on Friday 28th July 2006 at Holy Innocents Church, Kidderminster at 10am followed by a burial
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LEACH
LEACH Freda This day comes with sad regret, it brings back a day we will never forget, a lonely home, an empty chair, there's something missing everywhere Loving husband Bill, son Malcolm and
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HARRINGTON
HARRINGTON Patricia 28.7.05 May the winds of love blow softly and whisper for you to hear How much we love and miss you and wish that you were here Loving husband Bernard and family Published in paper 27/07/2006
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RUTTER
RUTTER Ken 26-7-1996 A gentle whisper past our ears, lets us know you are near. Love you always Eileen, Tracey, Mark, family Published in paper 27/07/2006
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What's On
Events/talks 27-28 Hereford DanceFest Summer School, The Garrick Room, The Courtyard, seven - 11yrs/3-4.30pm; 12yrs/4.30-6pm. Booking 01905 611199. 27-28 Multi-Sport Activity Course, Folly Lane Hereford, 8-13yr olds. 01432 346907. 28 Lecture
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Interpreting nature's best
AN array of nature-inspired photographs taken by members of Kidderminster Camera Club go on display next week. The exhibition, which is part of Kidderminster Arts Festival, opens on Tuesday and runs until next Saturday, August 5. There will around
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Exhibitions
Museum, Bewdley - From Brush to Canvas, until August 28. Hat's Off, until Sunday. Ceramicist Paul Hancox, until August 16.
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Festival tickets on sale
TICKETS for this year's Bewdley Festival, which will see a host of stars descending on the town, go on general sale today. Among the attractions at the event, which takes place between Friday, October 6 and Saturday, October 14, will be an evening with
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Fun events for families
FAMILIES can enjoy a dusk walk at Wyre Forest Visitor Centre at Callow Hill tomorrow between 8pm and 10pm. On Tuesday there will be a hedgerow weaving session for children aged between five and 11 from 2pm until 4pm. Places for both activities need
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Festival offering feast of events
CULTURE vultures have been treated to a feast of entertainment since Kidderminster Arts Festival kicked off on Monday. This year's event, which has a recurring nature theme and runs until Saturday, August 5, has, so far, provided performances by young
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£4,000 lunch
I, MY family, the children and their families who use Acorns Children's Hospice, appreciate everyone's generosity, support and kindness, which made possible the Acorns Summer Lunch event at Bewdley on July 2. This help was wonderful and enabled us to
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Wonderful carnival
WELL, Wolverley Carnival pulled it off again. What a wonderful day we all had, despite the football. Many thanks to all the people on the floats. We know it's hard work getting them all ready, but they were fantastic. Also thanks to all the stallholders
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Use cash for our junction
WE were surprised to read `Homes scheme gets go-ahead' in the July 13 issue of the Shuttle/Times & News and that an island is to be created near the Hazelwood Close/Sutton Park Road junction, so that the traffic will be slowed down as 14 homes are to
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Thanks for helping Joe
I WOULD like to express my sincere thanks to everyone who came to my aid when our beloved border collie Joe suffered a massive fit on Thursday, July 6. Special thanks to the couple who stopped in their car, phoned the vet and kindly drove us to the
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Time to review wheelie service
I AM writing in relation to your article "Dustbin bugs anger woman" in last week's issue of the Shuttle/Times & news regarding maggots in dustbins. I, too, have had this problem especially as I have an extra bin capacity for disposable nappies. I also
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We need a weekly collection
FOLLOWING your article in the Shuttle/Times & News (July 20, 2006) regarding the infestation of maggots in dustbins we also experienced the same problem last week. This is despite already taking all of the precautions stated by Andrew Dickens, namely:
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Bins policy disgrace
THE present policy of Wyre Forest District Council only emptying wheelie bins once a fortnight is an absolute disgrace. The policy introduced by Health Concern and supported and carried on by the Conservatives must be changed. I have received literally
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Dismay over scrutiny
WE write in response to Mrs J Ravenscroft's letter (School held back £50,000, Shuttle/Times & News, July 13). This financial matter was raised by Mrs Ravenscroft at the Far Forest school's AGM last November and was addressed by the school governors
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Actions speak louder
WITH regard to "School made right choice on £50,000" by Mrs R. Subert (Shuttle/Times & News, July 20, I wish to make the following reply. Given that her letter demonstrated a high degree of loyalty and confidence in Far Forest School, can I suggest
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Trying to make a living
ON reading about the council's refusal for a caravan park to expand to take on extra vans, I feel I had to write this letter. This caravan site in Far Forest is a well-managed, well-kept site and probably the best site in Wyre Forest. The view from
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Mercy Mission
A ROYAL Navy serviceman brought up in Kidderminster has played a part in evacuating hundreds of civilians from war-torn Lebanon. Richard Downes, a leading weapon engineer on board HMS Gloucester, is one of the 250-strong crew who assisted in the evacuation
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Anger at wasps' nest
TWO STOURPORT families, who are living in fear of a wasps' nest outside their homes, are outraged it could take up to 10 days for it to be removed. Stephen Forshew, who lives with his partner, Laura Dixon and two children, one-year-old Chloe and three-month-old
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Optician's anger over theft of sign
AN ANGRY Stourport optician has called for more action to be taken against vandals after repeatedly being left to pick up the pieces since moving to the town nine months ago. Ed Evans, who owns Seymour & Easlea Opticians with his wife, Debbie, wants
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Police target rowdy tourists
EXTRA police have been drafted into Wyre Forest's riverside towns to cope with rowdy tourists during the summer months. Three additional officers have been put on duty in Bewdley, while two more have been added in Stourport after the seasonal disorder
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Call for weekly bin service
KIDDERMINSTER councillors have vowed to take up the case of residents suffering from maggot infested dustbins in the wake of soaring temperatures across the district. Comberton and Offmore councillor, Mike Oborski and Habberley and Blakebrook councillor
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Chippies frying flag in contest
THREE Wyre Forest fish and chip shop owners are frying the flag for the district after being shortlisted in a national competition. Captain Cods and Foleys Fish Bar in Kidderminster, together with Catchems End Fish Bar in Bewdley, have been whittled
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RNLI cash
STREET and house collections in Kidderminster and Bewdley raised a total of £1,707.64 for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. That was made up of £913.06 and £464.75 from the respective street donations and £329.83 from doorstep contributions
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Scheme brings such joy
A KIDDERMINSTER couple have appealed to the public to open their hearts and their homes to young people with severe learning and physical difficulties. Clive and Sandra Vincent, of Nightingale Drive, who have been involved with The Break-Away and Dudley
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Fine art expert killed in crash
A RESPECTED fine art valuer and auctioneer who worked for Halls in Kidderminster has been killed in a road accident. Richard Allen, 56, died when his BMW motorbike was involved in a collision with a Land Rover close to his home in Ditton Priors, near
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Pioneering project reaches milestone
SCORES of people have united to celebrate the anniversary of a pioneering project set up 21 years ago in Kidderminster. The Break-Away and Dudley Shared Care Project, set up by the Barnardo's charity, originally began life from a small office in Burgage
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Stabbing trial date fixed
THE trial of a 40-year-old Lithuanian man accused of a Christmas Day stabbing in Kidderminster has been fixed for August 21 at Worcester Crown Court. Janusz Suwala, of Greatfield Road, Kidderminster, has pleaded not guilty to the attempted murder of
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African lifeline
PARISHIONERS at a Kidderminster church have had the chance to come face-to-face with an African volunteer who is helping to change lives thanks to their support. James Bunyasi, who works with the Omwabini organisation in Western Kenya, spent more than
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Sisters hit target for charity event
TWO Kidderminster sisters hit a charity cash target while taking part in combat games. Naomi Joy and Abi Goddard generated £800 from a paintball event to pass the £3,000 they needed to take part in the Breakthrough Breast Cancer 60k walk around Birmingham
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Walkers rush to historic sites
PEOPLE have beaten a path to a programme of guided walks taking in historic sites around the Wyre Forest area. Walkpast 2006, organised by Worcestershire County Council, has proved so popular, the places have all been taken up. Among sites on the
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Safer crossing plan discussed
PLANS to make crossing a Wyre Forest highway safer for pedestrians are being considered by Worcestershire County Council. Measures, including reducing the speed of traffic joining the Habberley Road from the Kidderminster Road and improving road markings
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Jade sets sights on hair prize
A KIDDERMINSTER hair stylist has proved she is a cut above the rest after being nominated in the UK's leading hairdressing business awards. Jade Howles, an employee of Lisa Shepherd Salons, in Mill Street has been named as finalist in the Junior/Assistant
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So close to final
OUTDOOR adventurers from Cleobury Mortimer have narrowly missed out on a place in the final of a national competition. The team of eight students from Lacon Childe School were highly commended by the judges when they took part in a regional heat of
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Motorsport: Freke finds the winning Formula again
NATHAN Freke protected his pole position on the UK Formula Ford leaderboard with his third series win and a creditable fifth place finish at Brands Hatch last weekend. Having stormed to the top of the championship standings with victories in the previous
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Appeal success
GENEROUS householders in Kidderminster, Cookley and Wolverley have donated more than £6,000 to help the world's poorest people as part of Christian Aid Week. The door-to-door collection, which raised £6,440, was organised by a committee of Churches
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Motorists face blitz on parking
DRIVERS parking illegally in Bewdley's Severnside North have been warned they will be fined following a crackdown by police. A new initiative has been launched to tackle residents' concerns and for two weeks, beginning on Saturday, warning notices
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Cricket: KVCC Birmingham League report
KIDDERMINSTER Victoria were left with mixed emotions after virtuoso batting from two young centurions rescued them -- before the rain ruined any hopes of victory over Barnt Green. The Chester Road men feared the worst when, after opting to bat, they
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Brush up skills for art contest
CRAFTY Wyre Forest residents are being urged to brush up their art skills by taking part in a national competition for charity. The Vale Veterinary Group, in Areley Kings, has teamed up with the charity, Dogs for the Disabled , and Hills pet nutrition
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Cricket: Crusader County League
FIRST TEAMS ANDY Platt took five wickets as Stourport surged to second place and made up ground on Division Three North table-toppers Oldswinford with a well-earned victory at Feckenham. After putting the hosts into bat, Stourport saw the game reduced
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Help store tackle trolley dumping
BOSSES of a Kidderminster supermarket are calling on their neighbours to help them tackle trolley dumping. Although Morrisons, in Oxford Street, has regular patrols to round up trolleys left around the site, store chiefs admit some are taken off the
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Cricket: Wilden League
ROXEL lifted the Wednesday Junior Plate after bowling final opponents Arley Kings out for 66 and knocking the runs off for the loss of just one wicket. Steve James was man-of-the-match. Andy Unitt was the hero for Spennells as his unbeaten knock of
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Diamond day for sea scouts
FORMER members of the First Kidderminster Sea Scout group are being urged to join in celebrations to mark its diamond jubilee. An exhibition at the group's Hoo Road headquarters on Saturday is the first event planned for the anniverary. It will feature
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Cricket: Fixtures and results
RESULTS Birmingham Midshires Birmingham & District Premier League First team Premier Division Kidderminster Victoria v Barnt Green. Match abandoned. KVCC (9) 286-5 (W Gifford 138, Wood 110), Barnt Green (7) 3-0. Second team Premier Division
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Work pays off for top trainee
A YEAR of hard work building for the future has paid off for an industrious Kidderminster teenager after he was named the top trainee in Wyre Forest. Bill Mills, of Broad Street, got his hands dirty to learn a variety of new skills on a construction
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Attacker used flick-knife
A FLICK-KNIFE wielding attacker robbed a man in broad daylight in Kidderminster. The incident happened at 6.15pm on Sunday in Upton Road, in an alley by Broadwaters Community Centre. The 25-year-old victim was shown the flick-type knife by his assailant
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Warning over canal swims
WYRE Forest youngsters have been warned not to swim in the district's rivers and canals after a Stourport lock-keeper was threatened when giving advice to teenagers risking their lives at the weekend. The British Waterways worker was verbally abused
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Rowing: Bewdley Regatta report and results
ROWERS from Bewdley Rowing Club and Stourport Boat Club cruised to success at this year's successful Bewdley Regatta notching up 29 wins between them. The home club finished the weekend with 15 wins narrowly beating local rivals Stourport , who had
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Handmade gifts on show at fair
HANDMADE jewellery, paintings and sculptures will be just some of the items on display at a craft fair in Stourport next month. There will be 48 stalls at the event, which will be held at Stourport Civic Hall on Saturday and Sunday, August 5 and 6.
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Leading the clean team
DIRTY streets have been tackled as part of a Kidderminster councillor's bid to keep the town clean and tidy. Residents in Wood Street had their road cleansed by Wyre Forest District Council's Streetscene department after they complained about litter
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Amy's joy at meeting star
A HARTLEBURY teenager's dream came true when she met a popular soap star after winning a national competition. Amy Williams, 15, of Torton, said she was "over the moon" to be given the chance to come face-to-face with Chris Fountain, who plays Justin
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Mum's emotive plea saves son from jail
A 23-year-old Kidderminster man has been saved from prison after an emotive plea from his mother whom he had headbutted in a drunken rage. Mrs Angela Badger, of Worcester Road, Kidderminster, told Judge Alistair McCreath at Worcester Crown Court: "I
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Harriers have a lot of potential
Bromsgrove 0 Kidderminster 4 Victoria Ground KIDDERMINSTER Harriers gave their fans an exciting glimpse of their potential and their manager a welcome selection headache during a comfortable victory at rivals Bromsgrove Rovers. Jake Sedgemore,
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vera is birthday guest
THE past and present have come together to look to the future at a week-long series of events to commemorate Bewdley High School's 50th anni-versary. Celebrations were rounded off in style with a gala dinner and dance event, featuring entertainment
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More than a floral feast
MORRIS dancers will entertain visitors to railway stations during the annual Severn Valley in Bloom event taking place over two days this weekend. It will be the fifth year Severn Valley Railway has organised it but the company is aiming to make it
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Police appeal after cable is driven away
POLICE are appealing for information after thousands of pounds worth of electrical cable was snatched from Wolverley. The theft of the drum of cable happened at a roadworks compound in Franche Road some time between 4.30pm last Thursday and 8am the
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Fined after guests fell ill
PREMISES preparing and serving food have been warned they face serious consequences if they fail to meet legal health standards. Proprietors were reminded of their obligations in the wake of a £7,000 fine levied on the owners of a Stourport hotel after
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Free repairs to landmark
A BUILDER'S gesture in waiving his normal £3,000 fee to repair a decaying wall has been welcomed by a Bewdley town councillor. Gordon Yarranton hopes Richard Jones's generous act will be copied by other companies that want to help improve Bewdley and
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Football: Bewdley revamp taking shape
BEWDLEY Town fans will be able to get their first real glimpse at the fruits of the club's labours when Ribbesford Meadows hosts a friendly with Stourport Swifts on Tuesday at 7pm. New floodlights have been installed at the ground and the new 150-seat
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Railway visitors feel heat
THE recent hot spell which has seen temperatures exceed 30C in Wyre Forest has seen many people running for the shade. The number of visitors to Severn Valley Railway has dropped in the last two weeks, with the warm weather believed to be the cause.
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Youngsters enjoy time in `the house'
ENTHUSIASTIC young people from across Wyre Forest came together in Kidderminster this week for a "Big Brother" style event. Fourteen district teenagers were voted into the Kidderminster Youth House in Bromsgrove Street on Monday before the fun and
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Golf: Round-up
Wharton Park CHRIS Lojko will go forward to compete in the Champion of Champions at Robin Hood Golf Club on Sunday, October 1 after winning the Wharton Park Club Championship. Sue Smart has qualified for the Woman Golfer of the Year tournament at
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Tunnels protest backed
THE fight to save Wolverley's Drakelow Tunnels site has been boosted after the issue was taken to the floor of the House of Commons. Wyre Forest MP, Dr Richard Taylor, secured an adjournment debate last Thursday on the future of the historic complex
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Crackdown on drink driving
POLICE are stepping up their campaign to stamp out the problem of drink driving as recent figures revealed some motorists continue to flout the law. As part of West Mercia Constabulary's Seven Deadly Sins road safety campaign, officers have breathalysed
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Cycling: Pedal Pete battles back for title triumph
PETE Banham has been rewarded for battling back from a serious injury to be crowned Junior Welsh Mountain Bike Champion. The Wyre Forest Cycling Club rider was in stunning form in the Welsh MTB Championships at Builth Wells when he took control early
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Scott snaps up career with RAF
THINGS are looking up for a Kidderminster man who is a photographer for the RAF. Scott Lewis, 20, from Offmore, regularly takes pictures for the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, in his role as a ground photographer, at RAF Coningsby, in Lincolnshire
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Cash injection for volunteers
YOUNG people who want to do something for the community in Stourport are being given the chance, with the help of a cash injection to fund a new scheme. Worcestershire County Council's Millennium Volunteers project has been given £5,000 by the Government
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Sports event is hailed success
A SPORTS programme designed for people with disabilities has been a success, according to organisers. Athletes competed in a range of activities, including a penalty shootout, as well as various athletic events at the grand final at Stourport Sports
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Swimming: Splash for Cash
PARALYMPIC star Claire Cashmore took to sea swimming like a proverbial duck to water after bravely attempting a new discipline for the first time. The 18-year-old swapped the pool for the open water during the Devon County Amateur Swimming Association
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Crime down in West Mercia
REPORTED crimes fell by a tenth in the police force area that includes Wyre Forest over the past year, according to the Home Office. National crime statistics for West Mercia Constabulary's patch showed a 9,703 drop in recorded offences - down from
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Have a say on police issues
MEMBERS of the public are being given the chance to say what crimes police should tackle as priorities. West Mercia Constabulary is inviting people to say what most concerns them in crime and disorder in a survey being carried out by the force, together
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Judo: Brick builds a gold medal-winning performance
PHIL Brick made a triumphant return to judo with gold at the West Of England Open Championships, with Katherine Lloyd Jones adding another gold and their Samurai Judo Club colleagues notching 11 more medals. Brick was one of the club's most skilful
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TV host backs coffee morning initiative
A REPRESENTATIVE of a Kidderminster-based housing group rubbed shoulders with a television personality to promote a major fund-raising initiative. Rosemary Stanier, of Wyre Forest Community Housing, teamed up with Nick Owen, presenter of BBC Midlands
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Blooming well done to town
A COLOURFUL array of flowers greeted judges at the annual Bewdley in Bloom competition. Seventeen judges viewed the entries from across the town, considering them all to be of a "high standard". Among the 16 categories there was recognition for the
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Angling: Round-up
Furnace Mill Fishery ROB Cooksey made a triumphant return to the Sunday Open at Furnace Mill Fishery by ending his recent exile with a victory. Sunday Open, 28 fished, Mucky Meadow and Furnace Pools: Rob Cooksey (Steven's Tackle) 128-11-0 (Peg 12)
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Athletics: KSAC juniors clinch promotion
KIDDERMINSTER AND Stourport Athletic Club have clinched promotion to Division One of the Young Athletics League after their juniors shone at the Alan Moreton Track in Stourport. Results Under 13 girls Chloe Richardson 4th shot 4.43metres (A string
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Running: Moss finishes 13th at Himley run
AMAZING Feet's Rachael Moss produced an excellent time of 21 minutes 20 seconds to finish 13th out of 140 ladies in the Action Heart 5km at Himley Park, Dudley. In the men's race, Simon Gregg secured a personal best of 19-45 to take 41st position out
