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  • Bid to cut food waste

    A ROADSHOW promoting reduction of the amount of waste food sent to landfill is coming to Kidderminster. Worcestershire County Council's waste prevention team will be at the town's Sainsbury's on Monday, November 19, between 11am and 3pm, as part of the

  • It scares the hell out of me...

    All Hallows Eve and I return once more to the fabled realm of Kidderminster. To my surprise, on the drive home I notice several groups of children roaming the streets, all decorated in scary, spooky attire. It was wonderful to see. I don't know about

  • It scares the hell out of me...

    All Hallows Eve and I return once more to the fabled realm of Kidderminster. To my surprise, on the drive home I notice several groups of children roaming the streets, all decorated in scary, spooky attire. It was wonderful to see. I don't know about

  • Play to chart horrors of war

    A THEATRE group is also honouring the memory of fighting men killed during the First World War. The Rose Theatre's resident performing artists, Nonentities, is putting on Accrington Pals, by Peter Whelan, which runs, from Monday November 5, until Saturday

  • Views sought ahead of county spending squeeze

    WYRE Forest people can make their voices heard as the county council prepares for a spending squeeze. Worcestershire County Council is urging residents to speak their mind before next year's budget is set. A specific section of the council's website

  • Amnesty for dumped cars

    CLAPPED-out cars will be collected, free of charge, to be disposed of in Wyre Forest District Council's latest abandoned vehicles amnesty. Following the success of the 2006 campaign, from now until until New Year's Eve, the cars will be collected as

  • Drug found in rucksack

    POLICE found £1,000 worth of a hallucinagenic drug in a rucksack when they searched a Kidderminster house, Worcester Crown Court was told. Benjamin Jones told them he had been pressurised to look after the drug, which is used by vets, said Mr Gareth

  • Threatened centre is elderly's 'lifeline'

    AN under-threat community centre has been described as a "lifeline" for local people by a Stourport town councillor. Ken Henderson, Independent Health Concern member, said Walshes Community Centre, in Linden Avenue, was vital for the older generation

  • BARKER

    BARKER Charles 5th November 1922 Grandad Not a day goes by without us thinking about you. We miss you so much and your birthday is never the same without you anymore, thinking and wishing you were here with us all the time Lots of love Mark, Ste, Scott

  • BARKER

    BARKER Charles Husband November 5th, 1922 Birthday memories Your resting place I visit and place flowers there, with care, but no one knows the heartache, as I turn and leave you there. The days have gone, we used to share, but in our

  • ISKRA

    ISKRA David Congratulations on achieving 1st in Business Management and Human Resources Love Mum and Dad Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • GALLIMORE

    GALLIMORE. Brenda Ann. nee Bash of Hagley passed away peacefully on 27th October 2007, aged 67 years. Dearly loved wife of Derek and loving mum of Peter. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral service will take place at Stourbridge

  • PARRY

    PARRY. Kenneth. Of Holmcroft Road, Kidderminster. Passed away peacefully at home, aged 80. Will always be remembered by his loving partner, Joan. Special thanks to Linda, Natalie, Phil and Andy who helped to nurse him, not forgetting, Sue and Malcolm.

  • PRICE

    PRICE. Mary. Passed away at home on October 23rd 2007 aged 82 years. Much loved Mother and Nan, who will be sadly missed. Funeral service at Stourbridge Crematorium on Tuesday November 6th 2007 at 11.40am. Family flowers only please but donations, if

  • GROVE

    GROVE. Keith Nickless. Of Stourport. Passed away peacefully at Worcester Royal Hospital on October 21st, aged 58 years. Dearly beloved dad of Lee and Anna. He will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Funeral to be arranged, flowers and enquiries

  • CULLEN

    CULLEN Debbie Congratulations on becoming a Nurse Love from Mom and Dad Cullen, Brendan, Ben, Oliver and Leah xxxxxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • BALL

    BALL Leonard 31.10.05 Remembering you is easy, I do it every day but missing you is the heartache, that never goes away All my love Betty xxxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • BENNETT LAWTON

    BENNETT Lucy 5.11.87 - Mom LAWTON Dorothy 11.11.04 - Sister Miss you both Goodnight and God Bless Love you Janet, Hayden, Rob, girls xx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • MONTGOMERY

    MONTGOMERY Marjorie 3.11.83 Years keep slipping away, but memories will always stay June and Bob Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • HARRIS

    HARRIS Jamie 24-10-06 To our uncle love and miss you always. Steven, Lisa Connor. Keanan, Jon, Lisa, Tyler, Bradley, Jaydan, Gail, Ben, Anthony XXXXXXXXXXX Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • REEVES

    REEVES Doreen Mary 4.11.95 Never more than a thought away Loved and remembered everyday Love Terry Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • DYAS

    DYAS Ralph 5.11.06 Time passes, memories stay We love and miss you more each day Love always Dad Daughter Sheila, Grandchildren Gavin, Joanne and families x Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • ROLLINGS

    ROLLINGS Sydney John 2nd Nov 2003 Time slips quietly away, but loving memories of you will always stay. God Bless you Miss and love you Wife Cath xxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • BARBER

    BARBER Sheila Sister 5.11.1999 You always had a smile to share, time to give, time to care Simple words but very true, we will always love and remember you God Bless She Love Rita, Iris, Margaret and Brian xxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • PLANT

    PLANT John 03.11.97 Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts Denyse, Sarah, Matthew and James Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • SHARP

    SHARP Dulcie. So sadly missed, Lucy and Family Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • CLARKE

    CLARKE Ryan and Fleur Congratulations on the birth of baby Martha 22.10.2007 Lots of love Mom and Dad, Gemma and Jenny Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • SHERIFF

    SHERIFF India Happy 13th Birthday Lots of love from Mum, Dad, Cameron, Kirsty, Wayne, Riley and Nailey xxxxxxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • SIWICKI

    SIWICKI Andrew 5.11.86 Happy 21st Birthday Lots of love Mom, Dad, Craig, Karen xxxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • ROSSER

    ROSSER Mavis Nee Shaw Happy 70th Birthday Still the apple of my eye Love Michael xxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • EVANS

    EVANS Abigail and Aimee Happy 1st birthday To our beautiful little ladies Mommy and Daddy XXX Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • CASSON

    CASSON Tracy 3.11.1977 Happy 30th Love Sand, Dan, Marshall and Leah xxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • MAFFEI

    MAFFEI Abi Happy 16th birthday sweetheart Lots of love and kisses Mom, Dad and Ben xxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • MASSEY

    MASSEY Bianca 3.11.89 Happy 18th Birthday to my little princess Love from Daddy and Sharon xxxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • FLYNN

    FLYNN Ade Happy 50th U can't hide! Love Ian and Loraine Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • ADDERLEY

    ADDERLEY Becky 1.11.89 Happy 18th Birthday With all our love Mom, Dad, Jo and Ruth xxxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • ATKINS

    ATKINS Henry To a Great Dad and Grandad Have a lovely day Love All your children and grandchildren Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • ATKINS

    ATKINS Henry Happy Birthday Great-Grandad Love and kisses Mia-Mae Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • EVANS

    EVANS Gabrielle 4.11.2005 Happy Birthday Gabby Lots of love Nanny Anne and Grandad Fred Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • KNIGHT

    KNIGHT Jean 31.10.1957 To my daughter Happy 50th Birthday Lots of love Mom and Cliff xxxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • RUSHTON

    RUSHTON Becky 4.11.86 Happy 21st Loads of love Mom, Andy, family and love from Tim xxxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • NEWMAN

    NEWMAN Mark 5.11.07 Happy 40th Uncle Mark Love Sarah, Darren, Ryan, Jack and Daniel Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • SIWICKI

    SIWICKI Andrew 5.11.86 Happy 21st Wishing you good luck and success in the future Grandad Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • ROSSER

    ROSSER Mavis To our precious Mom Whom we love dearly Happy 70th Birthday Love Lisa, Clare, Julian, Martyn xx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • HARDIMAN

    HARDIMAN Julie Happy 50th Birthday Lots of love Robert, Rebecca and Natalie xxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • ROSSER

    ROSSER Mavis To the best grandma in the world Happy 70th Birthday Love Emily and Alexander xx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • DALTON

    DALTON Lesley Happy 40th, Lelly We love you loads! Luv Garfy and Bob xxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • ATKINS

    ATKINS Henry 2.11.1937 Happy Birthday Dad Love Malc and Barb Have a great day Grandad Love Charlotte, Callum and Chloe-Ann Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • REECE EVANS

    REECE-EVANS Mollie Happy 10th Birthday Lots and lots of love Nanny, Grandad and Scrumpy xxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • MASSEY

    MASSEY Bianca 3.11.89 Happy 18th Birthday to my beautiful little girl I love you Mom xxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • MASSEY

    MASSEY Bianca 3.11.89 Have a great 18th birthday big sis Love from Joe xxxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • RUFF

    RUFF Kerrie To the best Mommy Happy 21st Birthday Lots of love Alexis and Caitlyn xxxx Have a great 21st Love you always Mom, Dad, Lewis, Zoe, Adam, Samantha and Jamie xxxxxxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • ADDERLEY

    ADDERLEY Becky 18TH Congratulations and best wishes Lots of love Nan, Grandad, Aunty Jayne, Uncle Stuart, Graeme and Sarah x Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • ATKINS

    ATKINS Henry 2.11.37 To my wonderful husband Happy Birthday Love Vivian Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • RICHARDSON

    RICHARDSON Adam 1.11.1989 Happy 18th Birthday Adam Love Mum and Dave Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • BARKER

    BARKER Charles 5th November 1922 Dad Happy Birthday to a very special Dad With tears in my eyes, this morning, I looked to heaven above and wished you happy birthday, Dad and sent you all my love. Life has brought us many changes, Dad, but no matter what

  • REISS

    REISS Ewald 5.11.30-30.11.05 Never more than a thought away Loving wife Evie Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • BARKER

    BARKER Charles 5.11.22 Dad/Grandad A Birthday thought for you today Wishes we could say 'Happy Birthday' instead we must pray Love and miss you Jan, Julian, Jayson and Meggie xxxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • LANGFORD

    LANGFORD Howard Passed away suddenly at Worcester Royal Hospital on 23rd October 2007 Aged 58. Beloved Husband of Brenda and father to Sean and James. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday 1st

  • KNOWLES

    KNOWLES. Geoffrey Ivor. Retired Schoolmaster. Formerly of Kidderminster. Died peacefully in Chichester, 24th, October 2007. Solemn Requiem Mass at Boxgrove Priory on Thursday 1st November at 7.30 pm. Retiring Collection or Donations to Boxgrove Priory

  • GREAVES

    GREAVES. Kevin John of Kidderminster. Passed away peacefullly at Worcester Royal Hospital on October 25th, 2007, aged 46 years, after a long illness. Loving husband of Julie, dad of Richard and Martin and loving son of Hilda. Sadly missed by all the family

  • PRITCHARD

    PRITCHARD. Charles Henry. Of Wribbenhall, Bewdley. Passed away on October 26th at Worcester Royal Hospital, aged 82 years. Loving husband of Mary and a much loved dad and grandad. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Funeral service and

  • WALTERS

    WALTERS. Joan. Widow of the late William, former maternity nurse and health visitor in the Stourport district, and beloved aunt of her many nieces and nephews, and stepmother of her late husband's family. Funeral service will take place at Stourbridge

  • LEWIS

    LEWIS Jean Mom 2.11.06 A breaking heart, a silent tear, We can't believe it's been a year Love Sue and family Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • MEADOWS

    MEADOWS Emily Six years have passed, but still missed so much by all the family Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • GARNISH

    GARNISH Grace 1st November Time passes, memories stay, loved and remembered every day God Bless, Nan Love Maxine, Simon, Thomas and Joshua Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • LEWIS

    LEWIS Jean Louie 2.11.06 I promised I would cherish you, until we had to part, even now I keep that promise safe within my heart. No tears can help to heal the pain, there's nothing I can do, when every thought reminds me just how

  • GALLAGHER

    GALLAGHER Heather Marion Fifth anniversary Remembering my dear wife, who died on 5th November, 2002 Five years have now passed but my love for you will always last Forever in my thoughts love Frank Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • GILBERT

    GILBERT Shirley Ann 6.11.97 If we could walk to heaven, not just to say hello We would put our arms around you, and never let you go Missing and loving you always Geoff, Steven, Ann and families Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • GROSVENOR

    GROSVENOR Janis 1.11.01 Allan 4.09.91 In loving memory of a special Mum and Dad Still sadly missed Alison, Paul, David and Martin xxxx Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • ELCOCK

    ELCOCK Allen Charles 6.11.03 Always in our thoughts, never forgotten Love Jean and family Published in paper 01/11/2007

  • Stourport

    What has happened to Stourport? It used to be such a pleasant town with a bustling high street. Now look at it, it is turning into a ghost town. Why are so many shop units standing empty? The list includes Beard´s the old Severns Club, as mentioned before

  • Stourport

    What has happened to Stourport? It used to be such a pleasant town with a bustling high street. Now look at it, it is turning into a ghost town. Why are so many shop units standing empty? The list includes Beard´s the old Severns Club, as mentioned before

  • Leader snubs calls for single site poll

    DISTRICT council leader, Conservative John Campion, has snubbed calls to hold a referendum over the local authority's £10 million single site plan from opposition party councillors, branding the idea "political mischief". Mr Campion said blueprints to

  • Fashion show fund-raiser

    STAFF and volunteers at a Wyre Forest charity have been strutting their stuff in preparation for a fashion show fund-raiser tonight. Home-Start Wyre Forest is hosting the evening, which will feature four different models showing off a wide selection

  • ‘Heavy-handed’ plans on back burner

    WYRE Forest schools have had a stay of execution from Government plans to take money from schools' budget surpluses. Kevin O'Regan, Wolverley CE Secondary School headteacher, criticised "a very foolish proposal" which would have allowed Worcestershire

  • Save 20 per cent on Easter hols

    FORGET the expected high prices of half-term breaks away by booking now with Eurocamp and actually saving 20 per cent on Easter getaways. Look forward to heading to Holland for a fun-packed break at the Duinrell parc in Wassenaar, where a seven night

  • ‘Heavy-handed’ plans on back burner

    WYRE Forest schools have had a stay of execution from Government plans to take money from schools' budget surpluses. Kevin O'Regan, Wolverley CE Secondary School headteacher, criticised "a very foolish proposal" which would have allowed Worcestershire

  • The bride wore black

    A SPECIAL Hallowe'en wedding featured a black wedding dress, "blood red" bridesmaid gowns, plenty of red roses and guests dressed in red and black. Tracey Watkins, 25, of Queen Elizabeth Road, Kidderminster, married Ben Noden, 21, at St Cassian's Church

  • Remembering road victims

    FAMILIES and friends of Wyre Forest road victims will gather at a Kidderminster church to remember their loved ones during this year's RoadPeace service. The district branch of RoadPeace - a national charity which campaigns for safer driving - will be

  • Charity showcase

    SOME of the most recognised names in pop music will be honoured at Upfront Entertainment's final showcase of the year. The show will be held at the Gainsborough House Hotel tonight to raise money for Dial-a-Ride. Acts performing on the night include

  • NHS revisited

    Thanks to the NHS manager who 'set me straight'about one or two things, you did sort of miss the point which was that there are far too many people on the public payroll.I would suggest that rose-tinted specs are a little better than blinkers. I have

  • NHS revisited

    Thanks to the NHS manager who 'set me straight'about one or two things, you did sort of miss the point which was that there are far too many people on the public payroll.I would suggest that rose-tinted specs are a little better than blinkers. I have

  • Good To Be in the FA Cup 1st Round

    A good second half performance against Vauxhall Motors last weekend saw us progress to the first round proper of the F.A. Cup. Although we created a few decent chances in the first half, we generally looked nervous and short of confidence which resulted

  • Good To Be in the FA Cup 1st Round

    A good second half performance against Vauxhall Motors last weekend saw us progress to the first round proper of the F.A. Cup. Although we created a few decent chances in the first half, we generally looked nervous and short of confidence which resulted

  • Appeal after pensioner, 84, knocked down

    AN 84-year-old woman has been knocked down by a scooter in a suspected hit-and-run. The pensioner suffered a suspected broken ankle and bruising to her hips and back in the incident as she walked along Low Lane towards Wolverley, at 1.30pm, on Friday

  • Kidderminster

    PHOENIX CLUB - At this month's meeting members were entertained by David Tideswell with stories and slides of the garden robin and memorabilia collected over many years. The lunch venue for Tuesday is the Wok and Roll on Prospect Hill, Kidderminster,

  • Five test mettle

    GYMNASTICS: Five members of the Wyre Forest Gymnastics School tested their skills when they took part in the West Midland Regional Teams Championships in Birmingham. Hannah Wilson, Kathryn Deeley, Annabelle Scott, Lydia Harrington and Jessica Atkinson

  • Helicopters 'spook' teen's pony

    A MOTHER has criticised pilots of military helicopters for flying too low after two aircraft caused a pony to panic, throwing and injuring her daughter, who had to be airlifted to hospital. Anita Rose, 44, of Neen Sollars, could only look on with horror

  • Leaders beaten

    CHESS: Kidderminster recorded an impressive 4.5-1.5 away victory over defending champions Droitwich and Worcester St John's in the Worcester League Division One. With Kidderminster aiming to finish one place higher than last season's runners-up spot

  • Bid to deter Poppy cash thieves

    A WYRE Forest veterans' association and retailers are joining forces to combat "despicable" thieves who target charity collection boxes. The Royal British Legion's Kidderminster branch and a business group are warning other shop owners to keep an eye

  • D-light for team

    TABLE TENNIS: Harriers D remain top of the Kidderminster League Division One after beating the club's B team. Harriers A move into the second spot after getting the better of their K side 10-0. Division One: Jim's Gym C, 4 Kinver 6; Jim's Gym B, 8

  • Wyre Forest

    RAMBLERS ASSOCIATION - The group will be having a 5.5 mile walk around Clun starting from the community car park on Sunday. Meet at 10am at New Road car park, Kidderminster, and take a packed lunch. Telephone Bob and Shirley on 01562 745048 for more details

  • Not a Bridgnorth too far for women

    STOURPORT women's first team continued to carve out an unbeaten run in the Midlands Division B by defeating Bridgnorth 4-2 on Saturday. The women produced a strong second half performance to make it five wins in a row in the league. They had been held

  • New book reveals war defence plan

    A DEDICATED researcher has revealed the defence plan for Wyre Forest set up in anticipation of a German invasion during the Second World War. Mick Wilks, 68, a former county council town planner, has been researching his book on the defence of Worcestershire

  • Angels soaring

    TRIVIA: Angel managed a two point margin of victory over Red Man in the Wyre Forest section. Rising Sun A are the only other team with 100 per cent record after a narrow victory over old rivals Red Man BCC. In the Stourport section Radcliffe A are the

  • Safety scheme ready to go

    PLANS to improve safety on the stretch of road where John and Matty Thacker died have already been drawn up. They involve cutting the speed limit and reducing the carriageway to a single lane in places, similar to improvements on the Kiddermin ster-Worcester

  • Action on death road

    MOVES are under way to improve safety on a section of road where a 10-year-old boy and his father were killed in a car crash. A safety scheme awaiting implementation by the Highways Agency would involve reducing the speed limit on the A456 Birmingham

  • Chilling threat to burn church

    A GANG of youths have threatened to attack a Kidderminster clergyman and set his church on fire. Rev Canon Harold Goddard was holding an evening drop-in session at Kidderminster's St John's Church, when the gang of 10 youngsters, wearing hoodies, came

  • Ladies too strong for Bridgnorth

    A TRY for Emma Cound ensured Cleobury Mortimer LAdies RFC made it three wins out of four in the West Midlands League Division Two by seeing off Bridgnorth 7-5. Cleobury showed how far they have progressed since joining the league by edging out Bridgnorth

  • Students reach the heights

    MEMBERS of Stourport Trampoline Club grabbed an impressive medal haul at the regional qualifiers at Cocks Moors Woods Leisure Centre in Birmingham. The team grabbed the club's best haul of medals at the competition, scooping two gold, seven silver and