Hello Readers! Ok, the blog that you are about to read is going to take you back to my school days (ok, those of you who know me will know that there weren't many of them, but this particular day still haunts me even now, over a decade later!). Does
Hello Readers! Ok, the blog that you are about to read is going to take you back to my school days (ok, those of you who know me will know that there weren't many of them, but this particular day still haunts me even now, over a decade later!). Does
NICK THE BLOG - BLOG 1 In most cases.....a child hates school, ignores adults, and dreams about what they're going to do when they get older. An adult hates their job, ignores chidren, doesn't sleep but wishes they had time to be childish. A child trys
NICK THE BLOG - BLOG 1 In most cases.....a child hates school, ignores adults, and dreams about what they're going to do when they get older. An adult hates their job, ignores chidren, doesn't sleep but wishes they had time to be childish. A child trys
The Premier League are proposing new plans to stage matches abroad as far a field as the Middle East and China. So the greedy and the grasping can get even richer. Richard Scudamore has stated that the Premier League is the top league in European football
The Premier League are proposing new plans to stage matches abroad as far a field as the Middle East and China. So the greedy and the grasping can get even richer. Richard Scudamore has stated that the Premier League is the top league in European football
This month residents of Stourport, specifically residents living along Lickhill road will get the chance to welcome back some old friends.... That´s right! Balfor Beatty are returning to wreak yet more havoc and disruption at the bequest of Severn Trent
This month residents of Stourport, specifically residents living along Lickhill road will get the chance to welcome back some old friends.... That´s right! Balfor Beatty are returning to wreak yet more havoc and disruption at the bequest of Severn Trent
AN angler caught poaching salmon on the River Severn near Bewdley has had a £1,000 fine reduced to £500 after an appeal to a judge at Worcester Crown Court. Carpenter, John Barker, argued the penalty imposed by Kidderminster magistrates was too harsh
A TEENAGER who raided three Bewdley homes within a month has been remanded in custody for sentence at Worcester Crown Court. Craig Yeomans had a history of drug abuse, said his barrister, Michael Aspinall, who asked for a pre-sentence report. Yeomans
PUPILS at Wyre Forest schools have been taught life-saving skills by two charities. Youngsters from Stourport High School and King Charles I School, in Kidderminster, took part in the project, organised by the Community Service Volunteer Action Dare
PUPILS at Wyre Forest schools have been taught life-saving skills by two charities. Youngsters from Stourport High School and King Charles I School, in Kidderminster, took part in the project, organised by the Community Service Volunteer Action Dare
CHILDREN have been learning about cooking inside a special articulated bus which opens out into state-of-the-art fully sized teaching kitchens. Pupils at Franche Community Primary School, in Kidderminster, were visited by a Focus on Food Cooking Bus
THIEVES have raided an ambulance technician's car, taking a medical kit bag containing first aid items. It happened in Elan Avenue, Stourport between 10pm last night and 8am today. The driver's door of the Ford Galaxy had been forced. Stolen were the
TWO pupils from Winterfold House School will be hoping to hit their rivals into the distance after been selected for the English rounders squad. Sarah Hawksley, 12, and Azima Crumpton, 13, will be representing their country later in the year after impressing
MORE lead thefts have been reported by householders in Wyre Forest. The lead flashing was stolen from above the front doors of two houses in Areley Common and an attempt was made to remove the lead at a third house in the same area. Lead worth £300
A SPECTACULAR spin on Bram Stoker's classic horror story, Dracula, will have audiences on the edge of their seats when it is performed in Kidderminster. The play will be presented by Sphere, a cultural initiative developed at King Edward VI Five Ways
PENN Harry and Olive Send love and thanks to family and friends for their kind wishes, cards and gifts received on the occasion of their 70th Wedding Anniversary. Special thanks to the Reverend Mary Austin and the staff at The Mill Hotel for making their
HOPKINS - EATON Craig and Lisa Congratulations on your engagement Love and best wishes From both families Published in paper 07/02/2008
DYKE - SHORT Aimee and Julian Congratulations on your Engagement on 29.01.08 All our love Mom, Dad, Laura and Stu Published in paper 07/02/2008
WALKER - HARRIS Debbie and Lee Engaged on Birthday February 9th Congratulations Love Mom Tracey Elisha Published in paper 07/02/2008
HAWTHORNE - CROUCH Laura and Adam Congratulations on your engagement Love Mom, Dad, Nan, Grandad, Nan Crouch, Laura, Luke xx Published in paper 07/02/2008
HAWTHORNE - CROUCH Laura and Adam Congratulations and Love From Mom, Dad, Jay, Hannah, Nan Margie, and Ella Enjoy Saturday x Published in paper 07/02/2008
NUGENT Mary of Stourport passed away on February 3rd aged 63 years. Beloved wife of Frank. Funeral to be arranged, family flowers only donations for Kidderminster Branch of The Red Cross. Enquiries B. Ince Funeral Directors. 01299 403105 Published in
MASTERS. Annie nee Oakley of Bewdley, passed away on January 30th 2008, after a short illness, aged 93 years. Beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Sadly missed by Dennis, Margaret, Graham, Diana and David. Funeral service at All Saints Church
SMITHURST. Mary. Passed away suddenly on 1st February 2008 aged 87 years. Late of Hanstone Road, Stourport and former employee of Buftons Ironmongers. Funeral service at Reading Crematorium on Monday 11th February at 3.30pm. Enquiries to A.B Walker &
COSTELLO. Francis Frank. Passed away peacefully on 29th January, 2008, aged 79 years. he will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service took place on Wednesday 6th February 2008. Any donations in lieu of flowers may be made payable
WARNER John 5.2.2007 One year today As long as my heart holds memories, as long as my eyes hold tears, I will treasure the time I spent with you, those were my special years Just how much I miss you, no words will ever say, I
INGRAM Jan 13.2.07 The past year has gone so fast but you are not forgotten, you are with us every minute of every day Love from Bernard Laura and family Matt and family U.S.A. Rachel and family Published in paper 07/02/2008
COOPER. Austin Henry. 9.2.2002. Lovingly remembered by Hazel and children. Published in paper 07/02/2008
SIMMS Harold 07.02.94 We are thinking of you today Dad Pops as always we still miss you so very much With all our love Daughter Lynn, Grandchildren Simon and Emily Published in paper 07/02/2008
SMITH. Wendy. 7th February. Deep in our hearts you will always stay, loved and remembered every day. Love John, Kathy, Jamie and Jodie xxxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
JONES Elsie M.E. 13.2.99 Memories of a wonderful Mother Loved always by Son Robin Published in paper 07/02/2008
EVANS Marie 8.2.99 As life goes on without you and days turn into years they hold a thousand memories and a million silent tears Loving husband Gel xx Our hearts are full of memories your love is still our guide although we cannot see you you are always
JONES Patsy 5.3.1946 - 5.2.2004 Another year has gone by, your light still shines bright in our hearts and minds, a fantastic mom, best mate and grandmother. Sleep tight Angel. Nigel, Kylie and Char xx Published in paper 07/02/2008
EVANS Marie Our Dearest Mom Within our hearts forever. With love Annette, Paul and families Published in paper 07/02/2008
ROLLINGS Tom Years go quickly by, memories stay forever. Loving daughter Barbara, Roy, Sharon and Andrew. Published in paper 07/02/2008
DAVIS. Hettie. 12.2.91. My love for you is forever Mom Love Philip xx. Published in paper 07/02/2008
FARMER George Dad this will be the first birthday we have missed together so we face the sadness knowing your'e not here. You will always be in our memories which will never ever fade You'll always be in our hearts for as long as we're apart God Bless
PRITCHARD Robert 6.2.61 Beloved Dad you were the light in our lives You will always be loved and sadly missed every day Thinking of you always Happy Birthday Rachael, Bethany and Jordan xxxxxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
HART Laura 8.2.87 Happy 21st Birthday with love from Gaz and all your family Published in paper 07/02/2008
EDWARDS Harry Happy First Birthday Lots of Love Mummy, Daddy, Chloe xxxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
KITCHEN Fay 6.2.87 Happy 21st Fay May Lots of love from Mum, Dad, Peter, Sherree, Simon, Ben, Grandma and Tessa Belle xxxxxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
GITTENS Laurie 5.2.92 Gotcha ! Sweet 16 Love Dad, Julie, Leah and Freya xxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
MASON Holly Gemma Happy 21st Sweet Pea All our love Mom, Dad, Carrie and Alex xxxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
EDWARDS Adam Happy 16th Birthday Love from Col, Row, Oli and Hannah Published in paper 07/02/2008
BOTFIELD Kayla Happy 5th Birthday princess! Enjoy your party Love you Mummy, Daddy and Brandon xxxxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
SMITH Cayden 8.2.07 Happy 1st Birthday Love Mommy, Daddy, Aunty Tina, Uncle Les, Nanna xxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
READMAN Terrel 12.2.90 Terrel Have a great 18th Birthday Love you loads Mom, Glenn, Craig, Macauley Published in paper 07/02/2008
GITTENS Len Happy Birthday Dad and Grandad Love Paul, Tina, Phil and Grand kids XXXXXXX Published in paper 07/02/2008
READMAN Terrel Happy 18th Birthday Lots of love Nan, Justin, Helen, Stacey, Brent Love you loads Published in paper 07/02/2008
LAVELLE Tracey 11.2.68 Happy 40th Love Eddie, Liam, Kelly, Mom, Bryan, David, Jen, Daniel, Sophie Published in paper 07/02/2008
DANKS Peter T 8.2.38 Happy Birthday Dad Love from all the family Published in paper 07/02/2008
GITTENS Leonard Len-Leny Also Grandaughter Carina 12 both February 7th Love Paul, Tina, Tarnia Published in paper 07/02/2008
HOPKINS EATON Craig Lisa Congratulations on your engagement Mom, Dad, Tracey, Jeanette, Gaynor and families Published in paper 07/02/2008
HAWTHORNE - CROUCH Laura - Adam Congratulations on your Engagement Love Nan P. Grandad Graham, Nan Lil and Grandad Alf Published in paper 07/02/2008
HADLAND Mary. Passed away at Worcester Royal Hospital on 31st January 2008 aged 81 years. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service will take place on Tuesday 12th February 2008 at St. George's Church, Kidderminster at 3.15pm
SHAW. Michael. Passed away at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on February 4th 2008, aged 79 years. A service in celebration of his life will be held at St Peter's Church, Cookley on Friday February 15th 2008 at 12.00noon. Family flowers only please but
JEANES Herbert Bert Passed away peacefully at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on February 1st 2008 aged 93 years. Funeral service at St Michael's Church, Stourport-on-Severn on Monday February 11th 2008 at 12.15pm, followed by cremation at
PICKEN. John William Bill Loving husband of Betty, passed away on February 2nd 2008 aged 81 years at Kidderminster Hospital. Funeral service at St. John's Church, Kidderminster on Thursday February 14th 2008 at 2.45pm, followed by cremation at Stourbridge
HADEN. Edith Annie Ann. Passed away peacefully at Worcestershire Royal Hospital on January 30th 2008, aged 87 years. Funeral service at Stourbridge Crematorium on Friday February 8th 2008 at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please but donations, if desired
TIPPER. Hazel. Passed away peacefully at home after a short illness on 3rd February 2008 aged 59 years. Funeral will take place at 2.30pm at St Johns Church, Kidderminster on 12th February 2008. Enquiries to Edwin Harris, Funeral Directors, Kidderminster
RATCLIFFE Frederick. Fred of Bewdley passed away suddenly at his home on February 3rd aged 88 years. Beloved husband of Clare, loving father of Jenny. Funeral to be arranged. Family flowers only, donations for the British Heart Foundation C/o B. Ince,
GLAZE Patricia Christine nee Weaver Passed away peacefully at High Habberley House Nursing Home on 3rd February, 2008, aged 54 Funeral service at Stourbridge Crematorium on Tuesday 12th February, 2008 at 10.20am Family flowers only
FAULKNER Peggy of Orchard Street formerly Park Street passed away at Worcester Royal Hospital on 1st February aged 81 years. A much loved mother and grandmother who will be sadly missed "Goodnight Godbless". Funeral service will take place on
SHURMER Kim and Matt Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful, suprise daughter! A sister for Joe and Charlie Love from both families xxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
CONNOLLY - COLE Nat & Stu Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful daughter Madison Jade Cole born 29.01.08. Love Mom and Mark. Published in paper 07/02/2008
DANBY - TOLLEY Hannah and Mark Congratulations to you both on the birth of Heidi Elize 3.2.08 All our love From Both families Published in paper 07/02/2008
STANCER Paul Kevin 9.2.58 Happy 50th Birthday Love from Elaine, Emma and Rich xxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
ROGERS Daniel Happy 18th Birthday From Chris, Wendy, Adam and both families Published in paper 07/02/2008
VARNAVA Dannii Happy 18th Birthday Legal at last Love always Mom, Nigel, Maine and Marie Published in paper 07/02/2008
EDWARDS Adam Michael 7.2.08 16 Today Love from Mom, Dad and Natalie Published in paper 07/02/2008
LITTLETON Carlie Happy 21st Love Mom, Dad, Bobby, Tarka, Colin Have a lovely holiday Published in paper 07/02/2008
MORAITY Gary 06.02.68 Happy 40th Birthday Luv u Loadsa Cindy, Charlie, Gary Jnr., Dave xxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
KICK BOXING: Kidderminster's Drew Neal was part of the Great Britain team that conquered all before them at an event in Palermo, Sicily. The trio, who won the world title in December, dominated the event and won every match. Victory means Neal, 28,
CHESS: Kidderminster's Wolverhampton and District League captains Paul Tromans and Mike Kitchen had mixed emotions in their teams' latest games. Thomas was delighted with the A team's 4-2 victory at Brewood A, but Kitchen was left despondent as the B
FARMER George Grandad and Great Grandad Sending hugs and kisses above on the back of a beautiful white dove Miss you more than words can say not only on your birthday but every single day Louise, Sarah, Brett, Mark, Mark, Shawna,Taylor, Brady and Kyla
THACKER Charles 13.2.41Birthday Memories 24.2.03 In Memorium Forever in our hearts Love Rosemarie, Chris and Mark Published in paper 07/02/2008
PRITCHARD Robert 6.2.61 Birthday memories of a dear Son and Brother Deeply missed Love Mum, Dad, Sue, Phil, Emma and family Published in paper 07/02/2008
TAYLOR. George Henry. 10.2.82. Sadly missed. Love Viv, Sue and Grandchildren. Published in paper 07/02/2008
WARNER. John. One year today. In our hearts you will stay. God Bless. Sue, Kerry and Kirsty. Published in paper 07/02/2008
GREEN Albert Howard February 9th 1989 Silent thoughts of our time together hold memories that will last forever Your loving wife Vera Published in paper 07/02/2008
FOXALL. Ian CPLRM Commando. SHAW. Precious memories will always stay. Forever missed. Family. Published in paper 07/02/2008
SMITH Wendy. 7th February. Your resting place we visit, we place flowers with care, but no one knows the heartache as we turn and leave you there. Love always, Mom, Dad and Paul. xxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
HARPER. Philip. 7.2.1998. From our lives, you may have gone, but forever your memory will live on. David, Pauline. Published in paper 07/02/2008
CHILMAN Les 13.02.2007 Precious memories, forever in our thoughts Love always Ruth, Angela, Nigel and family Published in paper 07/02/2008
SPRAGG Frances February 10th 1988 20 years have passed by since the Lord took you away. You are always in our thoughts Love Doreen, Jeanne, John and grandchildren Published in paper 07/02/2008
CLARKE Rene "Mum" You only have one mother And I'm proud that you were mine For all the love you gave us Will last till the end of time Joby, Gaynor and family Published in paper 07/02/2008
DREW. Noreen. 31.01.1972 Remembered with love Pat, Jill, John and Jean. Published in paper 07/02/2008
HATTON Sam 12.2.1997 Time passes but memories stay Loved and remembered always Loving Wife Janet, Pat, Sandra, Phil, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren Published in paper 07/02/2008
CLARKE Rene 8.2.05 Take a million teardrops and wrap them up with love then ask the wind to carry them to you in heaven above Love you forever God Bless Husband Job and family xxxx Published in paper 07/02/2008
A SURVEY carried out by the UK's longest established meningitis charity - the Meningitis Trust - suggests the true impact of the devastating disease is far greater than many people realise. Results indicate as many as 500,000 people living in the UK
THE first virtual tour of a GUM - Genito-Urinary Medicine - clinic has been launched by youth charity YouthNet, on its guide to life for 16 to 24 year-olds, TheSite.org, to help bridge the gap in current sex education for young people. According to a
FIVE selfless people have been rewarded for their outstanding community service at Bewdley's annual Civic Awards ceremony. Bewdley Mayor, Anne Mace, hosted the evening at the Town Hall, on Wednesday last week. The scheme was set up nine years ago by
GOLF: Jane Palmer won Wyre Forest GC's ladies stableford competition with a score of 30 points. Results: 1 Jane Palmer 30; 2 Lin Pearson 28; 3 Paula Wood 24 (last nine); 4 Margaret Ellor 24. The quartet of Martin Bull, Craig Leeman, Paul Leeman and
CHESS: Bewdley brothers Joseph and James Friar have booked themselves into the next round of a national tournament. The duo were successful at the Worcestershire Junior Chess Academy Club Championships to qualify for the district round of the British
RUNNING: Shaw Pye was the first member of Amazing Feet to complete the Stourbridge Stagger 10 mile multi-terrain race, which was the third round of the club's race league. Pye was first home for the club in a time of 71mins 18secs and finished 18th overall
STOURPORT men made a winning start to the second half of the Slazenger National North Division by seeing Barford Tigers off 4-3 on Sunday. Victory ensured Stourport are still in with a shout of winning the division. The team are third in the table and
BLEAK lifeless winter landscapes can be rather depressing but there is always a little and colour and interest to find if you go in search and I decided that Habberley Valley was going to be just the place for my next quest. Habberley Valley is a fantastically
FANS can have their burning questions answered at a forum set up by Kidderminster Harriers on Friday, February 15 (7.30pm start). Chairman Barry Norgrove, manager Mark Yates and vice-chairman Neil Savery will be present at the Aggborough Suite. Issues
FANS can have their burning questions answered at a forum set up by Kidderminster Harriers on Friday, February 15 (7.30pm start). Chairman Barry Norgrove, manager Mark Yates and vice-chairman Neil Savery will be present at the Aggborough Suite. Issues
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers ladies stretched their unbeaten run to eight games in all competitions as they overcame struggling Walsall 1-0 in the West Midlands Regional League Premier Division. The only goal of the game arrived in the fourth minute when captain
SNOOKER: St Johns A edged out club rivals St Johns E 3-2 in the Kidderminster and District Wednesday League. Division One results: St John's E 2, St Johns A 3; St George's A 1, St John's C 4; Wribbenall A Bye; Suzy Cues B 3, Franche A 2; Franche B 5,
RAMBLERS ASSOCIATION - The group will be having a 6.5 mile walk around Stratford on Sunday. Meet at 9.30am at Vale Road car park, Stourport or Greenway car park, Stratford, at around 10.15am. Bring a packed lunch. Ring Ray on 01299 824084 for more details
CARNIVAL SOCIETY - The AGM wil take place on Monday at 7.30pm at Stourport Yacht Club. All welcome. Help is needed in all departments. Anyone wishing to volunteer for this year's event please come along and put your name forward. You will be warmly
A SECOND half salvo from Lewis Pountney helped secure a 3-2 victory for Bewdley Town over Tividale in the West Midlands League Premier Division on Saturday. Town, who had seen the last month disrupted by rain, grabbed a much needed win. Pountney showed
ARELEY Kings saw off Quarry Bank 5-3 in an eight-goal thriller in the Saturday Premier Division. In the Sunday Division Five Areley Kings were also involved in a goal-feast, as they edged out Bewdley Bailiffs 7-5. Results - Saturday Premier: Areley
A PETITION is being launched as part of a campaign to bring dedicated palliative care beds to Kidderminster Hospital. Nigel Knowles, Labour Worcestershire county councillor, is behind the move to win public support for overnight hospice-type care on
A HOST of fighters were successful at Samurai Judo Club's junior belt gradings. Just starting out on the long road to top grades, Ellie Griffiths, Bonham Priest, Daniel Reading, Tommy Palfreyman, Ciara Murphy, Benn Llewellyn, Alicia Gulliver and Louisa
Wyre Forest CRC's Mark Leyland and Pete Banham were in top form for the penultimate round of the West Midlands Cyclo-Cross League at Aldersley Stadium, Wolverhampton, on Sunday. Banham was a surprise late entry for the club after his recent lay-off from
THE headteacher of a secondary school who fought to save his classrooms from closure during the recent Wyre Forest education review is stepping down after the summer term. Kevin O'Regan, who steered Wolverley CE Secondary School - formerly Wolverley
THE West Midlands point-to-point season got off to a flying start when 144 horses competed in a marathon 10-race card at Chaddesley Corbett on Sunday, writes Pete Lammas. Hanley Castle Malvern trainer Andy Hobbs has suffered a few false dawns recently
A MOTORCYCLIST suffered serious injuries following a road accident in Kidderminster. It happened at about 8.40am yesterday morning, on the corner of Summerhill Avenue and Holmwood Avenue and involved a black Honda motorcycle and a red Honda Accord car
HARRIERS manager Mark Yates believes the club did well during a hectic final day of the transfer window last Thursday night. Harriers saw established players such as top-scorer James Constable, keeper Scott Bevan, captain Stuart Whitehead and winger
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers have still had sweet FA from their FA Carlsberg Trophy Final appearance but chairman Barry Norgrove is hoping their Wembley wait will soon be over. An eight-month wrangle with football's governing body means the club is still waiting
BEWDLEY traders insist they are still open for business and say they will remain "upbeat" despite misleading signs which have kept customers away from the town. The signs, which say "No Access To Bewdley", have been erected along the town's bypass, as
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers have still had sweet FA from their FA Carlsberg Trophy Final appearance but chairman Barry Norgrove is hoping their Wembley wait will soon be over. An eight-month wrangle with football's governing body means the club is still waiting
All Square in the Blue Square It’s said that a week is a long time in politics; much the same in football. With some seven players either leaving or on loan (amongst others, the loss of keeper Bevan and leading scorer Constable) in a like period of time
All Square in the Blue Square It’s said that a week is a long time in politics; much the same in football. With some seven players either leaving or on loan (amongst others, the loss of keeper Bevan and leading scorer Constable) in a like period of time
A FORMER patient is complaining about having to queue for treatment in Worcester despite getting a referral from a doctor at Kidderminster Hospital. Peter Taylor, 56, of Masefield Gardens, Kidderminster, saw medical staff at his local hospital's Primary
Harriers 0 Northwich Victoria 0 SOME stars may have left Aggborough but there were encouraging signs that Harriers' new additions could shine after a promising performance, despite not securing a deserved victory over Northwich Victoria.(see gallery
PENSIONERS in Bewdley have been targeted in a series of distraction thefts. The victims have had cash or cash cards stolen from them by a man asking for change. In the latest incident, which happened just off Load Street on Tuesday afternoon, an elderly
A 22-year-old woman pleaded guilty to an attack on her mother on the day she was due to face trial by jury. Stacey Dyas, of Witley Close, Kidderminster, admitted assaulting Susan Dyas on July 27 last year and causing her actual bodily harm. She was
CLASSICAL MUSIC SOCIETY - Gwen Jones and Von Stewart took a second look back at artistes the society has engaged over the last 20 years in Ruby Retrospective II. Artistes ranged from the Pendyrrhus Male Choir to the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
A COUPLE who paid £42,000 for a new narrowboat face "a race against time" to get it shipshape for their honeymoon after the boatbuilders went into administration. Natalie Vile, 37, and Michael McVey, 31, of Manor Road, Stourport, faced their honeymoon
