Worcestershire County Council has taken the first step towards responding to plans on how the area will grow over the next 20 years. Full council had a two-hour debate on the latest round of options for the Regional Spatial Strategy, at today's scheduled
A MAN who sold stolen clothing after a £35,000 burglary on a high street store has failed to win a cut in his jail term. Paul John Briody, of Walton Close, Kidderminster, pleaded guilty to handling stolen goods and at Wolverhampton Crown Court in May
A YOUTH in bed with his girlfriend was attacked with a broom handle after two teenagers burst into a Stourport flat in the early hours. Thomas Edwards was accused of stealing money from the home of Craig Taylor, Worcester Crown Court heard. Angry Taylor
WEST Bromwich Building Society is being forced to close its Kidderminster branch after attempting to buy new premises in the area for three years. The society has been refused planning permission on several occasions while the lease on the current premises
AN articulated lorry demolished the boundary wall and "annihilated" the garden of a Kidderminster property after making a wrong turn into a cul-de-sac. The lorry's driver turned off the Birmingham road into Adams Court, trying find a way through to
THREE men are due to appear before Kidderminster magistrates tomorrow, charged with the theft of scrap metal. The trio aged 25, 24 and 21, all from Kidderminster, were arrested on October 4 as part of Project Livewire, West Mercia Constabulary's campaign
A SHED was gutted in an arson attack in Blakedown. Residents in the New Wood Lane area of the village are being urged to be vigilant as the shed fire, at 4am on Monday, was close to a field where bales of hay were set alight a few weeks ago. The wooden
TWO councillors are hoping to get the green light to turn a neglected woodland area into a nature reserve. Cobham Woods, on Cobham Road, has become a tipping ground for household rubbish, according to Wyre Forest district councillors, John Aston and
A BEWDLEY author has defied the London 2012 organising committee by keeping the word Olympic in the title of a book he has written. Robert Ronsson said he gave his teenagers' adventure story the title, Olympic Mind Games, completely unaware of any possible
MEMBERS of a Blues Brothers tribute band are set to put on their black suits and dark glasses for a charity gig to raise money for an 11-year-old Kidderminster boy. With Guy Richardson as Elwood and Tony James as Jake, Born In Chicago will take to the
A SINGLE mother has complained her three-month-old child is suffering from asthma as a result of mould in her community housing home. Anna Smith, 22, of Linden Avenue, Stourport said only one room was free of mould and her son, Kian Lancett, was suffering
A STOLEN car may be the same vehicle which was found in flames on heath land. Police forensics officers are trying to establish whether a vehicle found abandoned and ablaze, on Vicarage Farm Heath, Kidderminster, yesterday, is the same car which was
SEALEY. Elaine Dawn. Home after eight weeks of hospitalisation and rehabilitation, joins with husband Tony to say thanks to all surgeons, doctors, nurses and carers of the Alexandra Hospital Redditch and The Grange at Kidderminster for their superb combined
COX. Freda. Of Stourport. Passed away peacefully at Astley Hall on 7th October, 2007, aged 87 years. Beloved Ma of David and Audrey. Funeral service to take place at Worcester Crematorium on Wednesday 17th October at 1.30pm. All flowers welcome or donations
CARR. Olive. Formerly of Clows Top. Passed away peacefully at Worcester Royal Hospital on October 5th aged 84 years. Devoted wife of the late Jack. Sadly missed by daughters Carol and Mary and son-in-law Alan, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral
SMITH Elsie Elisabeth Liz Nee Attwood Passed away on Friday October 5th aged 82 years. Beloved mum of Kate and Oriel and granny of Joy and Michael, former head teacher of Pedmore C E Primary School and widow of The Reverend David Lloyd Smith former
CARTER Stacy Congratulations on passing your driving test Love from Mom, Dad, Chrissy and all the family Nanny is so proud of you Published in paper 11/10/2007
HEATH Norman Edward 11.10.97 Of all the precious things in life, however great or small, to have you as my Husband was the greatest gift of all. Love and miss you so much Norman God Bless Until we meet again Kathleen XX Published in paper 11/10/2007
YOUNG John 14.10.06 Missing you It's nearly a year to the day Since you sadly passed away Still we expect to see you once more Each time we step through the door It will take time to accept that you've gone, But you'll stay in our hearts forever
YOUNG John 14.10.06 There's one big star in heaven It comes out every night We know that star is you boss You've come to say Goodnight Loving thoughts Son Mike and Mal xx Published in paper 11/10/2007
YOUNG John 14.10.06 Dear Pops Pops, we miss you and always will. But we're relieved that you are no longer ill. Instead, Dad tells usyou're in a happy placewhere there's always a smile upon your face. So even though you are not herewe know that there's
YOUNG John 14.10.06 Time slips quietly away But memories of you, John, will always stay R.I.P Sister June and family Published in paper 11/10/2007
SPRIKUTS Peter October 6th 2002 Thinking of you always Iris - Family Published in paper 11/10/2007
TALBOT Annabel 16.10.06 Treasured memories of a loving daughter in law Always thinking of you Love Mum and Dad xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
LESTER Edith 10.10.05 Mom, you're always in our thoughts Forever in our hearts Kath and Stan Published in paper 11/10/2007
HYDE Dora Alice 10.10.06 One year has passed since that sad day, the one we loved was called away. The blow was hard, the shock severe, to part with one we loved so dear From John and family Published in paper 11/10/2007
BRANFORD Philip 14.10.96 Although the years keep slipping by, our memories of you Fil, will never die Elaine, Anne, Trev and Len Published in paper 11/10/2007
LORRAIN Paul and Claire Are pleased to announce the birth of their beautiful daughter Amy Born 26.9.07 7lb 8oz Published in paper 11/10/2007
HEMMING Joan and Arthur 14th and 17th Always in our hearts Never will we forget you both Love Joy, Roy, Claire, Craig, Claire, Alan and boys xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
SALMON Nan 11.10.36 Always thinking of you darling daughter God bless From Mum Margaret xxxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
GOODE Karen 12.10.86 "Congratulations" on your 21st Lots of love Mom and Dave, Nan Webster, David and Micheala xxxxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
HORTON Toby 15.10.89 Happy 18th! Love Mum, Dad, Todd and Max and Grandparents Published in paper 11/10/2007
SADLER Stevie-Leigh Happy 18th Lots of love from Dad, Vicky, Harry, Adam and Charlie xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
GREENHILL AND CARTWRIGHT Lee and Matt Good luck in Afghanistan Come home safe Love Mum and Dad Published in paper 11/10/2007
ANNETTS - HOWARD Dean - Natalie Congratulations on the birth of our 1st grandchild Jayden Caleb 26.09.07 All our love Mom, Dad, Carl, Liam, Luke and Marie xxxxxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
CHAMBERLAIN Laura 11.10.91 Sweet 16 Love Mom, Dad, Jo-Ann xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
SAKER Paul Happy Birthday Lots of love Louise, Keryn, Danielle and Chloe xxxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
GOODE Karen 12.10.86 Happy 21st Birthday Lots of love Dad, Katie, Dave and Michaela xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
WEST Mathew "WESTY" 15.10.89 Happy 18th Birthday Lots of love Mom, Dad, Caroline, Jon and Jodie XX Published in paper 11/10/2007
LANE Jenny 14.10.67 Happy 40th Birthday Love Dad, Jen and Luke xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
HATTON Kirsty 15th Oct Happy Birthday The big 10 Love from Ellen and Pete xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
CARTER Chrissy 14.10.94 Happy Birthday Love from Mom, Dad, Stacy, Warren and all the family Published in paper 11/10/2007
SUMMERS Aimo Happy 21st Birthday Love lots Stacie, Nikita and Gaz xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
SUMMERS Aimo Happy 21st Birthday Lots of love Mum, Gem and Josh xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
SADLER Stevie 15.10.1989 Gotcha! Happy 18th Birthday Love Tony, Kay, Riley, Nan and Grandad xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
WATTERS Cheryl 9.10.77 Happy 30th Birthday Love always Dad and Loll Published in paper 11/10/2007
COOK Sylvia 14.10.07 Congratulations on your 70th All our love Gail, Kevin, James and Richard Published in paper 11/10/2007
COOK Sylvia 14.10.07 70 years young and as lovely as ever Happy Birthday darling All my love Brian xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
COOK Sylvia 14.10.07 Happy 70th Birthday Mom All our love Gary, Geraldine, Ryan and Rachel Published in paper 11/10/2007
STEVENS Oliver 7.10.89 Happy 18th Birthday Lots of love Mum, Row and Hannah Published in paper 11/10/2007
HANDY Danielle 14.10.85 Happy Birthday Mummy Love Chloe, Paige and partner Jay Published in paper 11/10/2007
DUNN Benjamin 11.10.1986 Happy 21st Birthday I love you so much Daniella xx Published in paper 11/10/2007
COLLINS Mat 13.10.67 Happy 40th Birthday Lots of love from Mom, KT, Shaun, Tina, Georgie, Harrison, Mason xx Published in paper 11/10/2007
GARBETT Steph 11.10.1989 Happy 18th Birthday All our love Mum, Ade, Danielle, Caitlin, Grandad and all the rest of the family xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
BUTLER. Pamela. 8th October. Missing you so. Lynn, family and Ron. xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
DAVIS. Ron. 11.10.1939. Birthday wishes, missing you. Love Pat and family. Published in paper 11/10/2007
LAWTON Kevin 16.10.57 50 years old Always and forever Your loving wife Esme Children Kelly, Robert and Ryan Grandchildren Loden and Lana xxxxxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
SALMON Nan 11.10.36 In our hearts forever Daughter Julie, grandchildren Scott and Gina xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
HARRIS - LEWIS Robin - Caroline Congratulations on your Marriage in Broadway on 14th October Love Mom and Fiona Published in paper 11/10/2007
GILLAM. Ronald William. Passed away at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, after a short illness, on October 6th 2007 aged 85 years. Funeral service at Holy Innocent's Church, Kidderminster on Tuesday October 16th 2007 at 10.15am. All flowers welcome c/o Edwin
BETTRIDGE. Ivy. Devoted wife of the late Bill Bettridge and beloved mother, nan and great nan, passed away peacefully at home, after a short illness, on Monday October 8th 2007 aged 86 years. Sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service
OLIVER. Barrie. Passed away peacefully Lickhill Manor Nursing Home, 3rd October, aged 81. Family flowers only. Donations to Lickhill Manor or Ravenhurst Residential Home. Published in paper 11/10/2007
FORD. Baby Charlotte. Passed away at Birmingham Childrens Hospital on 30th September, 2007, aged 3 weeks. Funeral service will take place on Thursday 11th October, 2007 at St Mary's Church, Kidderminster at 11.30am, followed by a burial in Kidderminster
YOUNG John DAD 14.10.06 Always loved Never forgotten See you later Son Mel and Gina Published in paper 11/10/2007
TALBOT Annabel 16.10.06 I will remember all those wonderful times we shared together Your soulmate and loving husband John Love you forever Published in paper 11/10/2007
PREECE Alan Ronald 15th October, 2006 In loving memory of Son, Brother, Uncle R.I.P. Mom, Lorraine, Jason Published in paper 11/10/2007
SMITH Trevor 3 years on 13th October Remembering you is easy, I do it every day, but missing you is a heartache, that never goes away Re-united Mum and Dad Family together again Love always Your broken hearted wife Lin Published
GREENHOW James William 12. 10. 06 Treasured memories, and fondly remembered by all, including all of Areley Kings village and The Friendship Club, your son Paul and Julie, your brother Tom, best friend Geoff. May your light shine on, as it shines for
BEDDALL Tracey 10.10.2006 If only we had known how you had felt you would still be with us We miss you so much Your loving family - Mum, you are our guardian angel watching us from heaven Love Charleigh and Ashleigh Published in paper 11/10/2007
TALBOT Annabel 16.10.06 Always in our thoughts, remembered with love and affection Pauline, Colin and Julie xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
PREECE Alan 15.10.06 Seasons have changed, days have passed, a whole 12 months have gone so fast Missing you so much Love and remembered forever Lynn, Darren, Kylie and Danni Published in paper 11/10/2007
LAVELLE Betty 12.10.04 Miss you Mum always will Love from Daughter Marie and Son Dave Published in paper 11/10/2007
BISHOP Olive 16.10.04 Three years gone by, but you're always near Still loved, still missed and very dear. Husband Denis, Robert, Judy, Emma, Andrew, Mick, Paula, Simon, Lucy, Mandy, Foxy, Craig, Kelly, Jodie, David, Sue. XX Published in paper 11/10/
MOULE Jenny 14.10.2001 Six years gone you're thought of every day,but even on our better days the pain won't go away. God Bless Chris, Debbie, Helen, Elisha and Kai xxx Published in paper 11/10/2007
PICKERING nee Price Margaret Peggy 13.10.05 Another year passed, you're still missed as much now as then Forever in my thoughts Loving husband Barry Published in paper 11/10/2007
SMITH. Trevor. 13.10.04. Always in our thoughts. Love, Lisa and Deanna xx. Published in paper 11/10/2007
FARMER Sandra 5.12.55 - 14.10.93 Always in our thoughts All our love Mom, Dad and Leanne x Published in paper 11/10/2007
A WYRE Forest soul group hopes to strike a chord with music fans while raising money for charity. Blind Lemon kick off the first of two gigs in support of Kemp Hospice at the Hundred House Hotel, in Great Witley, on October 20. Guitarist, Nick McCarthy
ROYAL BRITISH LEGION - The AGM of the Bewdley branch is being held at the Black Boy Hotel, Kidderminster Road, Bewdley on Monday. The meeting begins at 7.30pm. Non members are welcome to attend to find out more about the organisation. ALL SAINTS' AND
BURLISH PARK TG - At the September meeting, Mr Walton from Kings School, Worcester, gave an illustrated talk on a month' adventure trek in Nepal made by sixth formers at the school. Megan Weaver read a report on the latest Federation meeting giving details
YOUNG people in Wyre Forest can now receive additional support and advice about their health, thanks to the recent appointment of a Time 4U outreach worker. In her new role, Trudy Neal, along with a Time 4U nurse, visits Time 4U clinics, schools, colleges
PEOPLE with various medical conditions and parents of children who are at risk from flu are being urged to make an appointment with their local GP's surgery to claim a free flu jab. Those at risk of flu include anyone with asthma, diabetes, a serious
SOROPTIMISTS - Tom Watson, MP for West Bromwich East, came home to Wyre Forest when he spoke about "Working for Democracy". He said it was an appropriate subject in Wyre Forest where, unusually, there was an independent MP. He expressed the view that
THE Forum of Private Business - FPB - believes owners of smaller businesses will be hit hard by the change in capital gains tax. The move, designed to hit private equity groups - many of which break up their investments to make them appear smaller than
No magic from the Shaymen There’s something called “writer’s block” which I imagine is caused by either a lack of inspiration or a lack of stimulation. Though not a writer, a distinct lack of both of those ingredients makes it difficult for me to forward
No magic from the Shaymen There’s something called “writer’s block” which I imagine is caused by either a lack of inspiration or a lack of stimulation. Though not a writer, a distinct lack of both of those ingredients makes it difficult for me to forward
ONE in five drivers has admitted to regularly drink-driving, according to shocking new research from Autoglass. Alcohol affects a motorist's ability to drive safely by impairing reaction times and the ability to judge speed and distances. Worryingly
Harriers 1 Halifax 1 HARRIERS' patience finally paid off as they got a second half winner to break resilient ten-man Halifax Town resistance on Tuesday night. The home team had to find a way through a hardy Halifax defence, which was happy to sit
STOURPORT Swifts are looking for a new manager to lift the club out of the doldrums after Phil Mullen quit the hot-seat at Walshes Meadow. Mullen ended his year-long reign after watching Swifts crash out of the FA Trophy when they lost to managerless
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers aim to extend their four-game unbeaten run when they travel to Cambridgeshire to take on Histon in the Blue Square Premier on Sunday (3pm kick off). Saturday's 1-1 draw with Crawley and Tuesday night's 1-0 win over ten-man Halifax
BEWDLEY muscleman Steve Knight let his physique do the talking when he finished second at the British Natural Body Building (BNBF) Finals in Edinburgh last week. The 33-year-old, who trains at Unique Fitness in Kidderminster, was edged into second place
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY - The next meeting is on Wednesday in the Village Hall at 7.30pm. when the speaker will be Sue Butler giving a talk on planting for year round colour. In September, a full house listened to Howard Drury, who entertained members
DEFENDING champion John Wrench, from Kidderminster Chess Club, eased into round two of the Shuttle Shield with victory over John Chester. Terry Pountney defeated George Billinge and Frank Pickett eliminated Tim Yates. Shuttle Shield replays: Derek
WORCESTERSHIRE AUDIO VISUAL GROUP - On Wednesday at 7.45pm, there will be a chance for members to show their latest work. The meeting will be held at Wribbenhall Community Centre, Shaw Hedge Road, Wribbenhall. Visitors welcome. The group is holding its
FOURTEEN members of Amazing Feet running club took part in the latest round of the annual Inter-Club Race League at the North Worcestershire eight-mile hill race. The club's four ever-present members in league races this year all continued their good
THIRTEEN was lucky for Bewdley Town under-8s as they overcame Kidderminster Athletic 13-0 on Sunday. Ethan Tiviy (5) and Jack Downs (3) scored the goals for rampant Bewdley. Laurence Neal grabbed a hat-trick as Cookley got the better of Kinver Colts
