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Ruthless Harriers tear apart Crawley
Crawley 0 Harriers 4 RUTHLESS Harriers ended their four-month wait for an away win in the Blue Square Premier in style after a four-goal glut in the first half shot down Crawley Town on Thursday night. A brace for Iyseden Christie and one each for
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Ruthless Harriers tear apart Crawley
Crawley 0 Harriers 4 RUTHLESS Harriers ended their four-month wait for an away win in the Blue Square Premier in style after a four-goal glut in the first half shot down Crawley Town on Thursday night. A brace for Iyseden Christie and one each for
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Holiday fun for all ages
LET the youngsters entertain you while you sit back and relax during this Easter holiday. Butlins breaks are full of things for the kids to do. Older ones get a choice of some great workshops including funky street dance, pop academy and extreme sports
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On the ball for charity
HIGHWAYS engineers are swapping their overalls for football kits to raise money for a charity helping people whose children suffer from a rare genetic illness. Workers at Ringway are playing at Cookley Playing Fields, in Lea Lane, on Saturday at 2pm,
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Harriers sign second player
HARRIERS have swooped for their second loan deadline day signing, capturing Jake Moult from Plymouth Argyle. The 19-year-old, who is captain of the Championship side's reserve team, can play at right back or anywhere across the midfield. Moult has joined
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Hard line over absent pupils
WORCESTERSHIRE County Council's hardline stance over unauthorised absence has been mirrored by the rest of the country, according to the Government. Absence figures for 2006/07 have been released, outlining the days missed by pupils across England and
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Unusual tipples on offer at beer event
ALE enthusiasts will be raising a glass to their favourite tipples at a 19-day beer festival in Wyre Forest. The beers on offer at Ye Olde Crown Inn in Bridge Street, Stourport and The Penny Black in Bull Ring, Kidderminster, will include five brews
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Civic awards to be presented
AN awards ceremony which recognises renovation projects which add to the appearance and character of Stourport will be held on Thursday, April 17. The winner of Stourport Civic Society's civic award will be presented with a special plaque while certificates
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Road death man 'intoxicated'
A KIDDERMINSTER man who died after he was in a collision with a van while crossing a road was "highly intoxicated" with alcohol at the time of the accident. Paul Edwards, of Usmere Road, was walking along Stourbridge Road, Kidderminster, when he stepped
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Teen remanded on rape charge
A TEENAGER from Kidderminster has been remanded in custody at Worcester Crown Court on a charge of raping a 58-year-old woman. Kye Calder, 18, of Grasmere Close, Hurcott Road, Kidderminster, appeared for a preliminary hearing and will be before the court
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Wylde joins Harriers on-loan
CHELTENHAM defender Michael Wylde has signed on-loan at Kidderminster Harriers until the end of the season. The 21-year-old will be available for Harriers' Blue Square Premier trip to Cambridge United on Saturday after missing the deadline for tonight's
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Wylde joins Harriers on-loan
CHELTENHAM defender Michael Wylde has signed on-loan at Kidderminster Harriers until the end of the season. The 21-year-old will be available for Harriers' Blue Square Premier trip to Cambridge United on Saturday after missing the deadline for tonight's
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Schools funding bid launched
EDUCATION chiefs are tabling an early bid for £150 million to completely rebuild four of Wyre Forest's secondary schools. The project outlines plans for Baxter College and King Charles I School and Sixth Form Centre, in Kidderminster, Wolverley CE Secondary
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Hartlebury firm vying for award
A HARTLEBURY-based company is in the running for a national award for Britain's best businesses in engineering. Air Tube Conveyors has been shortlisted in the UK Manufacturing Excellence Awards (MX) 2008 category for financial management. The firm employs
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Poor travellers aiming to end bad run
DETERMINED Harriers manager Mark Yates has urged his side to end their away-day woes at Blue Square Premier rivals Crawley Town tonight (7.45pm kick-off). The Aggborough side have not tasted victory on their league travels since stunning Burton Albion
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Poor travellers aiming to end bad run
DETERMINED Harriers manager Mark Yates has urged his side to end their away-day woes at Blue Square Premier rivals Crawley Town tonight (7.45pm kick-off). The Aggborough side have not tasted victory on their league travels since stunning Burton Albion
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Land demand outstrips supply
AGRICULTURAL land prices reached £17,916 an acre as auctioneers Halls reported competitive bidding at a successful auction in Kidderminster last week. A small field of 1.2 acres at Bliss Gate, Rock, Kidderminster sold for £21,500 (£17,916 an acre), while
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Injured cat appeal hits £500
"GENEROUS" Wyre Forest people have raised £500 towards the medical treatment of a cat found badly injured in a back garden. Bobby Boots was found by the garden's owner in Kidderminster and taken to Charnock Shepherd vets, in Comberton Hill, where he
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Poor travellers aiming to end bad run
DETERMINED Harriers manager Mark Yates has urged his side to end their away-day woes at Blue Square Premier rivals Crawley Town tonight (7.45pm kick-off). The Aggborough side have not tasted victory on their league travels since stunning Burton Albion
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Harriers relaunch youth team
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers have announced they will be launching a youth team next season to unearth the next Lee Hughes. The club disbanded its original youth team two seasons ago because of financial problems but manager Mark Yates has been eager to start
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Harriers relaunch youth team
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers have announced they will be launching a youth team next season to unearth the next Lee Hughes. The club disbanded its original youth team two seasons ago because of financial problems but manager Mark Yates has been eager to start
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Crime prevention on agenda
CRIME prevention advice will be given out by the local policing team at the next meeting of Cookley and Wolverley PACT (Partners and Communities Together) on Thursday, April 10. The meeting, at Wolverley Social Club, Shatterford Lane, at 7pm will be
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Broadfield takes up new role at KVCC
NORMAN Broadfield has stepped down as Kidderminster Victoria CC's chairman to take up a new role at the Chester Road club. Broadfield announced that he has been replaced by Les Vincent at the club's annual general meeting after a six-year reign. He
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PERKINS
PERKINS. Dennis. Husband of the late Murray. Died in Wyre Forest Community Ward at Kidderminster Hospital on 18th March, aged 94. Father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother. Funeral service at St. John's Church, Wolverley on Friday 4th April at
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BAKER
BAKER Kenneth George Passed away at the Shrubbery Nursing Home on Sunday 16th March Funeral service at St Cecilia's Church, Hoo Road, Kidderminster at 2.30pm on Tuesday 1st April Interment from 3.15pm, St Mary's, Stone Any friends who wish to attend will
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MORGAN
MORGAN. Elsie. Formerly of Austcliffe Road, Cookley. Passed away Thursday 20th March at The Gables Rest Home. All enquiries Edwin Harris and Sons. Published in paper 27/03/2008
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HINTON
HINTON. Florence of Wribbenhall, Bewdley passed away peacefully at Worcester Royal Hospital on March 18th. Funeral service at All Saints Church, Wribbenhall at 10.45 am on Friday March 28th followed by cremation at Stourbridge. Flowers and Enquiries to
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FARMER
FARMER. Frank of Stourport, passed away peacefully at Redditch Hospital on 18th March, 2008 aged 81 years. Loving father of Paul, Alison, Melanie and Natalie. Grandad of Darren, Matthew and Maddyson. Dearly loved and sadly missed by all the family. Funeral
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MANN
MANN Biddy Mary Sadly passed away 23.3.08, aged 92 years. Much loved by family Tony, Tim, Mary, Lonny, Phil and Pat, grandchildren Andy, Paul, Aneka, Teresa, Nick, Susan and Nickolas Thank you to all staff at The 'Herons' Enquiries
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SMITH
SMITH. Garry James. formerly of Beauchamp Avenue, Kidderminster. Youngest son of the late John and Peggy Smith, passed away aged 47 years on the 19th March, 2008 at The Royal Marsden Hospital, London., after a brave fight against cancer. The funeral took
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HILL
HILL. Elsie May passed away peacefully at Holmwood Care Centre on 19th March 2008 aged 84 years. Beloved Mom, Nan and Sister. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service to take place at Salvation Army Kidderminster on Wednesday
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TRISTRAM
TRISTRAM "Tris" 27th March 1990 Always remembered by your ever loving family Published in paper 27/03/2008
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MOGG
MOGG Maureen 27.3.04 Forever in our thoughts John, Dareen and family xxx Published in paper 27/03/2008
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HALL
HALL George 01.04.2004 Deep in our hearts your memory is kept We loved you too much to ever forget Loving wife Ann and family Published in paper 27/03/2008
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HARDIMAN
HARDIMAN. Harold. 6th Dec.1978 and Annie,29th March 1982. Remembered by all the family. God Bless. Published in paper 27/03/2008
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TOVEY BLOUNT
TOVEY - BLOUNT Russell & Nicky Congratulations on the birth of Charlie Aaron 19.3.08 8lb 11oz Love from both families xxx Published in paper 27/03/2008
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PHILPOTTS
PHILPOTTS Sam and Stewart Are pleased to announce the birth of baby Rebecca Harriet Philpotts 22nd March 2008 Published in paper 27/03/2008
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FORD
FORD William 13. 3. 08 Congratulations Tim and Gaby on the birth of your beautiful son Love Mum, Ben and David x x x Published in paper 27/03/2008
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POLLARD
POLLARD Shelley 29.03.08 Happy Birthday Babe Love Michelle, Tim, Shane, Ellen, Michaela, Andrew, Lauren, Connor, Nicole, Tyler, Tia xxx Published in paper 27/03/2008
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NICKLIN
NICKLIN Lyndsey 30.03.08 Happy 18th-Gotcha Love Mom, Dad, Hayley & Zane xx Published in paper 27/03/2008
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TOLLEY
TOLLEY Summer 27.03.95 Happy 13th Birthday Teenager at last Love always Mom, Shay, Nan, Grandad xxxx Published in paper 27/03/2008
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BILLINGSLEY
BILLINGSLEY Ed Happy 40th Birthday 28.03.08 Love from Alison x and family Published in paper 27/03/2008
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NUTLAND
NUTLAND Russell 31.03.90 Happy 18th Birthday Russ Love Mom, Dad and Adam xx Published in paper 27/03/2008
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MAIDEN
MAIDEN Charlotte 30.03.92 Happy 16th Birthday Hey Cutie Love always Mom, Elliemay, Dad, Shel, Josh Published in paper 27/03/2008
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HUGHES
HUGHES John 28th March When you left so suddenly, you did not go alone, for part of us went with you, the day God called you home Love forever Mom and Dad Published in paper 27/03/2008
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SHEWARD
SHEWARD Bessie Irene Betty 26.03.1921 Forever in our hearts, always in our thoughts Love from Bill, Nigel, Denise, Colin and Sherri, Hannah, Daniel, Simon and Adam. Published in paper 27/03/2008
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ELLIS
ELLIS Spencer & Rachel Congratulations on the birth of Bethan Mae 22.3.08 A beautiful and precious grandaughter and niece Love Mom, Peter, Russell and James xxxx Published in paper 27/03/2008
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PHILPOTTS
PHILPOTTS Stewart and Sam Congratulations on the birth of baby Rebecca Harriet Love Mom, Dad, Tina, Paul and Owen xx Published in paper 27/03/2008
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WEBSTER
WEBSTER Luke Happy 18th Birthday Love Mom, Nan, Grandad, Jodie, Jay, Lacie, Jayden, Alex, Connor Published in paper 27/03/2008
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REYNOLDS
REYNOLDS Gary Happy 40th Dad "Ya ole man" Love Jess, Ash, Owen and SonnyXxXxX Published in paper 27/03/2008
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THACKER
THACKER Rosemarie 28/3/08 Happy 60th Birthday Mom Love Mark, Chris, Yvonne Published in paper 27/03/2008
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TOWLER
TOWLER Joanna 29.03.87 Happy 21st Birthday Love Mum, Dad and Luke xxx Published in paper 27/03/2008
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WARD
WARD Kimberley Jo 25.03.1990 Get up the bar!! Happy Birthday Love Dad, Mum, Ashley & Grandma xxxx Published in paper 27/03/2008
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SHEWARD
SHEWARD Simon Happy 21st Birthday on 1st April Lots of love Mum, Dad and Adam Published in paper 27/03/2008
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HAIGH
HAIGH Demi Happy 13th Birthday to a beautiful girl Love Nan Published in paper 27/03/2008
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FOSTER
FOSTER Mel 1949-2000 Birthday Memories 28th March The happiest years we ever knew were as a family complete with you Love and miss you Mum, Jim, Sister Jane Published in paper 27/03/2008
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FAULKNER
FAULKNER Paul 26.03.1956 Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts Love from all the family x Published in paper 27/03/2008
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LUCAS
LUCAS. Ada Harley of Abberley, Nr. Worcester formerly of Bewdley Road, Stourport, suddenly at home on 21st March, 2008. Aged 93 years. Much loved, sadly missed by all her relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements to be confirmed. Enquiries to A.H.Caldicott
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DANKS
DANKS Cecil Leonard Passed away peacefully at Hereford County Hospital on 4th March, 2008 after a short illness Formerly of Kidderminster before moving to Letchworth and then to West Malvern upon retirement. He was a lifelong member of the Old Carolians
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SMITH
SMITH Margaret Passed away peacefully on Monday 24th March, 2008 in Astley Hall Nursing Home. A loving wife, mother and grandmother will be sadly missed by all of her family. Funeral service will take place on Tuesday 1st April at Worcester Crematorium
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BENNETT
BENNETT. Pam. Passed away 17th March 2008, aged 80 years. Service at Stourbridge Crematorium Tuesday 1st April 2008 at 12.20pm. For further details contact David Bennett 07787 896085. Published in paper 27/03/2008
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HAMMOND
HAMMOND Keith Passed away peacefully in hospital after a long illness on March 20th, aged 65. Beloved Husband of Stella, Father of Michelle, David and Felicity and Grandfather of Alex. Funeral Service to be held at St Cassians Church, Chaddesley Corbett
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WATKINS
WATKINS Betty Marian. Passed away at Kidderminster Hospital on March 20th, 2008, aged 80 years. Family flowers only or donations if desired to Witley Ward, Kidderminster Hospital. Funeral enquiries and donations to B. Ince, Bank House, Bewdley, DY12 2DX
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SMITH
SMITH. Olive Teresa Tess. Passed away at Wolverhampton Royal Hospital on 18th March, 2008. Sadly missed by Lawrence, Sally, Rachel, Rebella and grandchildren Clym and Ismene. Funeral 11.00am Tuesday 1st April, 2008 at St. John's Church, Kidderminster.
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LEARY
O'LEARY. Pat. Passed away peacefully at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham on March 19th 2008, aged 79 years. Funeral service at St. Ambrose Church, Kidderminster on Wednesday April 2nd 2008 at 10.30am, followed by burial at Kidderminster Cemetery
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BENNETT
BENNETT Fred Passed away on 10.03.08 at his home in Geelong, Australia. He will always be loved and remembered by his loving wife Veronica and family. Published in paper 27/03/2008
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YOUNG
YOUNG. Ken. Sadly passed away at Kidderminster General Hospital on 17th March 2008. Aged 74 years. Funeral service to take place on Monday 31st March 2008 at St. Johns Church, Kidderminster at 11.00am. Followed by burial at Kidderminster Cemetery. All
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MOGG
MOGG Maureen 27.3.04 Remembered always Sadly missed Trevor xx Published in paper 27/03/2008
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SHEWARD
SHEWARD Grace 31.3.1997. Just how much we miss you Mom, no words can ever say, I only know without you Mom there is no perfect day. Elaine, Ernie Mitchell, Lance, Clint, Angie, Craig Zoe, Georgina Jordan, Coen. Published in paper 27/03/2008
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HARRIS
HARRIS. John. March 1994. Sadly missed, always remembered, love Elise. Published in paper 27/03/2008
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ALDRIDGE
ALDRIDGE Elsie A dear Mam and Grandma Sadly passed away 29th March 1990. You were gentle and kind, you were loving and true, you were always there when I needed you. You shared my sorrows, joy and fears, thank you Mam for those precious years. I miss
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GRAINGER
GRAINGER. Dorothy.31.05.15-13.03.08 A much loved Nan. Sadly missed by grandchildren Dawn, Adam, Vanessa and Ruth, and great grandchildren. Published in paper 27/03/2008
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HATTON
HATTON Stuart Memories are a gift to treasure. Ours of you will last forever Love Mum and Dad xx Published in paper 27/03/2008
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BANTOM
BANTOM. Nellie. A wonderful Aunt, remembered with love Pat. Published in paper 27/03/2008
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BURTON
BURTON Edward John 01.04.1986 Marjorie Alice 27.03.1975 Greatly missedand always remembered Dearly loved parents of Mary Adéle Published in paper 27/03/2008
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VACCARO
VACCARO Francesco 31.3.1988 In loving memory of a husband, father and grandfather Rita, children and grandchildren Published in paper 27/03/2008
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Riding gear stolen
RIDING and grooming equipment has been stolen from a shed next to stables in Trimpley Lane, Bewdley. The incident is thought to have happened between 2pm on Monday, March 17 and 10am on Tuesday, March 18. The equipment stolen included head collars and
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Kidderminster secure the league
CHESS: Victory over Redditch secured Kidderminster the Worcestershire League First Division championship for the first time since 1970. The ten man squad of Frank Pickett (captain), John Wrench, Jim Friar, Maurice Bissell, Gerald Link, Dave Close, John
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Fans suffer rare defeat
FOOTBALL: Harriers' fans team got the better of Exeter's supporters 3-2 on Saturday in Devon. The game was played at the impressive Woodbury Park on the outskirts of Exeter. Harriers took the lead through top-scorer David Greaves in the fifth minute
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Wyre Forest
UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE - The monthly walk will be on Tuesday, starting at 10.30am from the Bridge Inn, Stanford on Teme. For more information contact Paul Noons on 01562 741386 or John Holloway on 01299 402545. New members always welcome. SEVERN
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Classes teach vital life skills
YOUNGSTERS will be put through their paces as they learn the art of self defence in new ju jutsu classes at Kidderminster's Glades Leisure Centre. The lessons will be taught by Robert Tiene, who has more than 20 years' experience of the Japanese martial
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Tight-lipped on pub's future
SPECULATION about the future of Kidderminster pub the Briars Hotel has continued as the main parties involved remain tight-lipped about plans. A Marstons Pub Company spokesman said: "We are currently looking into all the possible options for the site
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Chaddesley Corbett
WI - President Jackie Emeny welcomed members and visitors to the open meeting. The speaker was Sue Riches, who gave an illustrated account of her journey to the North Pole without the use of dogs or motorised support. More than 200 women applied to take
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Bewdley
ALL SAINTS AND WRIBBENHALL TOGETHER - Monday, March 17 was a day of advice for the community as two supporters of the project attended. Anne Mace was the guest in the morning and at the afternoon session Carol from the Alzheimer's Society for Wyre
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Old exchange building is 'time bomb'
THE old telephone exchange building in Kidderminster has been described as a magnet for anti-social behaviour and branded a "time bomb waiting to happen", by a Wyre Forest district councillor. Helen Dyke, chairman of Kidderminster Retail Initiative Security
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Kidderminster and District Football League round-up
THIRD-placed Wyre Forest got the better of Ounsdale Athletic 4-1 in the Saturday Premier. Results - Saturday Premier: Albron 2 Two Gates 1; Areley Kings 1 KS Athletics 1; Gigmill 3 Cradley Heath 3; Oldswinford Harriers 3 Millfields 5; Ounsdale Athletic
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Skittling for the cause
THE senior section of Wyre Forest Golf Club will be rolling up their sleeves for a fundraising skittles night with profits going to the Back on Track appeal. In the past they have made donations to Great Ormond Street Hospital, Children in Need and the
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Samurai fighter’s European agony at British trials
SAMURAI star Sarah Biles narrowly missed out on a place at the European Cadet Championships at the British trials. The teenager was invited to the trials, where the four best English fighters battled it out with two Scottish contenders and the best
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Rampant Harriers expose crack in flawed diamonds
Harriers 2 Rushden and Diamonds 0 HARRIERS eased to a comfortable victory over Rushden and Diamonds on Bank Holiday Monday to make it three home wins in a row. Top-scorer Iyseden Christie made it ten goals for the season and Mark Creighton, in his
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Team on right track
MOUNTAIN BIKING: The newly formed pyatescycles.co.uk race team savoured success in their second event of the season in the first round of the Caersws Cup Downhill series. Nearly three hundred competitors from across the country took on tough weather
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Free sessions
GOLF ROUND-UP: Kidderminster GC will be holding free taster sessions in a bid to entice more people into the sport. The sessions will be held for four weeks from Saturday, April 5 and will be open to adults and juniors. Beginners and non-members are
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Chances go begging in Devon
Exeter 1 Harriers 0 HOPES of a saviour to end Harriers' away game woes came to nothing on Saturday as they were edged out by promotion-chasing Exeter in the Blue Square Premier. The Aggborough side showed glimpses of their ability against the play-off
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Pye family out it force
RUNNING: Members of Amazing Feet's Pye family were out in force on Easter Sunday, completing the Hanham Horror six mile multi-terrain event. Mum Jane made a welcome return from a long injury to finish the race in fifth in the F50 section and 217th out
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Stourport
DIVERS - Luke Hadleigh and Jacob Searle have both passed their pool assessment. The assessment is designed to demonstrate that the students have mastered the basic scuba diving skills thus allowing them to progress to an open water dive. With three further
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Kidderminster
GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND ASSOCIATION - The Kidderminster and district branch AGM will take place on Monday, April 14 at 7.30pm at Brintons Chainwire Club, Zortech Avenue, off Stourport Road, Kidderminster. Anyone interested is invited to attend. ROYAL
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Freke revving up for Indy Pro
KIDDERMINSTER racing ace Nathan Freke is gearing up for the biggest moment of his career when he puts pedal to the metal at the Miami Homestead Speedway in the opening round of the Indy Pro Series on Saturday. The 25-year-old is set for a baptism of
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Team on right track
MOUNTAIN BIKING: The newly formed pyatescycles.co.uk race team savoured success in their second event of the season in the first round of the Caersws Cup Downhill series. Nearly three hundred competitors from across the country took on tough weather
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Sponsor quits over board bid
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers have begun the hunt for new shirt sponsors after local company Hire It! decided to end its four-year involvement with the club. John Davies, owner of the tool hire shop, chose to terminate the deal with Harriers after he was unable
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Sponsor quits over board bid
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers have begun the hunt for new shirt sponsors after local company Hire It! decided to end its four-year involvement with the club. John Davies, owner of the tool hire shop, chose to terminate the deal with Harriers after he was unable
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Tribute to 999 teams
THE teenage girl who survived a road accident which claimed the lives of her younger brother and father has spoken publicly for the first time to thank the emergency services. Emma Thacker, of Kidderm-inster, said she was "really grateful" and praised
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Mobile stolen at knifepoint
A TEENAGER has been robbed of his mobile phone and cash at knifepoint in Stourport. The incident happened on a footpath between The Rough and Ryvere Close on The Walshes estate between 8.45pm and 9.15pm last Thursday. A 16-year-old youth was walking
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Take Sugar with shuttleXtra
TAKE some Sugar with your shuttleXtra this weekend. With The Apprentice back on our TV screens last night, your top online read talks to multi-millionaire, Sir Alan Sugar, who feels he gets a raw deal from the producers of the reality show, saying he
