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SAUNDERS
SAUNDERS Frank retired farmerAged 89 years, of Upton upon Severn. Passed peacefully away on May 16th, 2007, after a long illness. Beloved husband of Connie, father of Helen and Ronald and grandfather of five. The funeral service will take place at Upton
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NEWSHOLME
NEWSHOLME Mary Aged 88 years, passed away peacefully on May 13th at her home in Bromesberrow Heath, Herefordshire. Formerly of Beaford, Devon and Chelmsford, Essex. Much loved wife of Christopher and mother of Stephen and Tim. Funeral service and cremation
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NICHOLLS
NICHOLLS Congratulations Graham and Mel on the safe arrival of Emma Louise, born May 11th weighing 6lb 6ozs, at Cheltenham General Hospital. Lots of love from Mum and Dad, Rebecca, Paul, Abbie, Matthew and all the Family. Published in paper 18/05/2007
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VAN DER KLEIJN
VAN DER KLEIJN. Congratulations Hayley and Ewout on the Birth of your daughter, Anjes Pamela, on May 4th, 2007. Sister for William. Love Dad and Zelda. Published in paper 18/05/2007
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JONES
JONES Ashley "Who's laughing now". Happy 16th Birthday for May 22nd. Good luck with your exams. Love Mum, Lis and Soph. Published in paper 18/05/2007
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MILES
MILES Keith Happy 60th Birthday Keith. All my love, Jenny. xxx ------------ Happy Birthday you 'Old Timer'. Love Karen, Phil, Hannah, Ade and Rachel. xxx ------------ Happy Birthday grandad. Love, Sophie, Olivia, Finley, Harry and Charlie. xxx Published
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MITCHELL
MITCHELL Anne Happy 30th Birthday Sis for May 19th. Love Carol and Mally, Stella, Azz, Mac and Family. xx Published in paper 18/05/2007
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COLE
COLE The Family of the late Geoff Cole would like to express their sincere thanks to everyone who has been so kind and supportive during his recent illness. Thanks also for the many messages of sympathy received and to all who attended the Funeral
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JEYNES
JEYNES. Hayley. Sadly missed, never forgotten. Black Widows. Published in paper 18/05/2007
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MACEY
MACEY. Violet. May 17th, 1986. Thought of today, as always, with love. Brian, Trudy, Wayne and Jo. xxxx Published in paper 18/05/2007
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LOCKYEAR
LOCKYEAR. Tony. May 17th, 1987. Twenty years since you went away, loved and remembered every day. Trudy, Brian, Wayne and Jo. xxxx Published in paper 18/05/2007
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FOULKES
FOULKES Adam Alexander 23.01.03 - 23.05.04 It's hard to know just what to say, When one so young is taken away. Far too soon Adam had to part, His memory forever engraved in our heart. We know Adam is watching from heaven above, With each ray
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FIDOE
FIDOE Tudge Lillian.May 23rd, 1988. Loving memories of a special mother and nan. Mary, Pat, John and Grandsons. Published in paper 18/05/2007
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CARVER
CARVER. Nigel. 21st May 1983. In loving memory of a dear son and brother. Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Love Mum, Dad and Vicki xxx Published in paper 18/05/2007
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BOUCHER
BOUCHER Frederick Anthony Tony Formerly of Suckley. On April 25th, 2007, aged 61 years, after a tragic accident. Dear brother of Brenda. Cremation has already taken place. A service of Thanksgiving will take place at St John the Baptist Church, Suckley
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CLARKE
CLARKE. Nick and Becky nee Pugh are pleased to announce the Birth of their son, Harrison James, born May 7th weighing 6 lb 13½ ozs. A beautiful brother for Olivia. x Published in paper 18/05/2007
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TRIGG
TRIGG Beryl Happy 70th Birthday for May 19th. Love Mony, Jan, Chris, Lisa and Sven. xxx Published in paper 18/05/2007
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BROWN
BROWN Flo Happy 90th Birthday for May 21st. Love from Sylvia, Cynthia, Christine, Lil and Families. xx Published in paper 18/05/2007
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COX
COX Maurice Bryn, Jenny, Mavis and Families would like to thank all Friends and Neighbours for the support and messages of sympathy received after their recent sad loss. Special thanks to Staff at the Boynes Nursing Home and to Upton Doctors and Nurses
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LANDER
LANDER Alan Elizabeth and Family would like to thank everyone for their kind messages of sympathy and attendance at the Funeral. Also for the donations to Cancer Research UK. Published in paper 18/05/2007
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WILLIAMS
WILLIAMS John Frederick Ros, Stephen, Beverley, Simon, Stephanie and Duncan would like to thank everyone who attended John's funeral, for the messages of sympathy and donations for the British Heart Foundation. Published in paper 18/05/2007
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MACKENZIE
MACKENZIE Joan Died February 8th in Mytchett. We will be holding a Memorial service for Joan at Ledbury Methodist Church on Friday, May 25th at 12 noon. All friends will be welcome to come and celebrate her life. Published
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FIF EVANS
"FIF" EVANS Fifinella Beatrice There will be a Memorial service for Fif on Saturday, June 9th, 2007 at 3.30 p.m. in Christ Church, Malvern. Fif treasured the friendships of her many years in Malvern and we would like to share the memories
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JEYNES
JEYNES. Hayley. A tiny flower lent not given, to bud on earth and bloom in heaven. Think of you always. Your skittle mates, the Evergreens. Published in paper 18/05/2007
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JEYNES
JEYNES. Hayley. They say with time pain fades away but thats not true H because we miss you more each day. Love Sam, Mum, Dad, Dave and Phil. Published in paper 18/05/2007
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EVANS
EVANS Derek May 14th. Precious memories bring a smile. Never forgotten. Always a wish that you were still here. Mark, Alison, Beverley and James. x Published in paper 18/05/2007
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SHERIDAN
SHERIDAN. Tralene. Eight long years since you went away. Love and miss you more each day. Love Johnny and son Paul. Published in paper 18/05/2007
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Nail in coffin of keeping it local
A MUCH-LOVED hardware store in Malvern is to close next month after 60 years because of pressure from national chains. Dobsons of Barnards Green is well-known locally as a place where you don't have to buy in bulk and it has a dedicated customer base
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Award for school's green bid
THE Chase high school has received Bronze Award Eco-School status, the first of three levels showing commitment to a sustainable environment for the school and its local community. The sustainability workgroup, comprising several members of staff and
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School to grow
THE Wyche CE Primary School in Malvern has put in a planning application for an extension. The building is a second-storey development over the school's existing reception classroom. The scheme is funded by the government through the Devolved Capital
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Golf day total
A CHARITY golf day in aid of the Acorns Children's Hospice raised £3,733. The event, organised by Malvern Rotary Club, attracted 100 golfers to the Worcestershire golf club in Malvern Wells. The scores were very high, considering the weather conditions
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Nursery closure remains up in the air
THE future of a nursery class at Malvern Hills Primary School is still up in the air, despite an official notice saying it is closing. Worcestershire County Council placed an official notice in the Malvern Gazette but had to withdraw it this week because
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School is a leader in outdoor learning
MALVERN Hills Primary School has won a Leading Aspect Award for enhancing learning through a Forest School. The Forest School concept uses the outdoor environment to support areas of the curriculum like language and literacy, science, art, geography
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Conviction no bar to practice
A MALVERN doctor and peace protester can continue to practice despite being convicted of domestic violence. Dr Trevor Trueman, of Westminster Road, was convicted of actual bodily harm, following an incident of domestic violence in November 2005. The
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College unveils proposals for major sports facility
MALVERN College is staging an exhibition to show residents and any other interested parties its plans for building a major new indoor sports centre. The complex, on part of its campus, will include a 25m swimming pool, eight-court sports hall, fitness
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Mystery is solved
THE mystery of a car left in a West Malvern car park for six weeks, has been solved. Police and council officers were worried that the vehicle, left in The Dingle car park, belonged to a walker who had fallen on the Hills. After an article in last week's
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New term of office
MIKE Selby will stay on as chairman of Malvern Town Council for a second year. Caroline Bovey was elected as vice-chairman when the council met on Tuesday. Christopher Dyer, Rupert Parsons and Christine Wild were all co-opted onto the council, representing
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Drainage proposals
MALVERN Hills District Council has received plans for drainage and a main spine road at North Site. Persimmon Homes is preparing a development of 390 homes, primary school and a community building at the 20.9 hectare former Ministry of Defence site,
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Trial appointments system is under fire
A PODIATRY patient at Malvern Health Centre, in Victoria Park Road, believes a new appointments system is impersonal and will make it more difficult for people to get treatment. From Monday, June 4, patients will no longer be able to phone up the centre
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Traffic barriers will soon stop speeders
CARS racing through the Hanley Road car park as a short cut into Upton will soon be stopped by new alligator teeth' traffic barriers. Malvern Hills District Council is working to install the barriers "as soon as possible" to stop cars leaving the car
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Jenna aims to tackle crime
NEW Community Support Officer (CSO) Jemma Coates will soon be a familiar face in and around Upton as she helps tackle crime and address any concerns residents may have. She joins existing CSO Lucy Rowbotham and PC Mark Taylor on the local policing
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Workshops to discuss tourism and events
RESIDENTS and local groups with an interest in tourism are welcome to attend a special event at Upton's Memorial Hall this Monday evening. Four workshops will be held to discuss various aspects of tourism in Upton, including arts and events, the River
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Boost for the blues
UPTON Blues Festival organisers hope to stage their best event to date after securing a double funding boost. The festival has announced a major sponsorship deal with German boiler manufacturer Buderus, and also a £5,000 grant from Arts and Business.
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Taking to the river
TWO crews from Malvern Hills District Council will compete at Upton Rowing Club's summer regatta. Eight council employees, including chief executive Chris Bocock, will take to the River Severn during the club's fun Pubs, Clubs and Firms event on Sunday
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Police surgeries
PC Mark Taylor is holding Crime Reduction Surgeries at Upton Police Station on Saturday, May 26, and Saturday, June 2. Anyone is welcome to pop in to the station, in School Lane, from 9am-1pm and 2-3pm to pick up some helpful hints.
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New man at the helm
PETER Bellamy is the new chairman of Upton in Bloom. Mr Bellamy replaces Eric White, who recently resigned from the committee along with fellow founder member Doug Fletcher. He will also continue as treasurer for the group. Spokesman Jackie Surtees
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Planning request
A CHANGE-of-use planning application for premises at Naunton, near Upton, will go before a planning committee, on Wednesday (May 23). Agricultural buildings on land off Green Lane, could be changed into a part-time workshop, for work including vehicle
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Work on hotel
THE Star Hotel, in Upton, looks set to be given a makeover. An application has been made for external works at the hotel, in High Street, comprising redecoration, reglazing two windows, and the construction of a new patio area.
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Coffee morning
UPTON Garden Club is holding a coffee morning in Memorial Hall tomorrow (Saturday) from 10-11.30am. A host of plants and other produce will be on sale during the event, as well as a white elephant stall.
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Car boot sales
THE first of several car boot sales to raise money for the Upton Water Festival takes place at Boye Meadow, opposite Upton Marina, from 11am tomorrow (Saturday).
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Music date
THE deadline for The Upton Factor, a talent competition for aspiring musicians in the town, has been extended until July 1. The competition will be held over August Bank Holiday weekend. Information is available online at www.upton.uk.net.
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Library's grounds due for facelift
THE rejuvenation of Malvern Library is now extending to the outside as the grounds and forecourt are due for a makeover. Plans for the latest stage of the Malvern Library refurbishment will soon be available for residents to view and make comments. From
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Friends' walk
A LEISURELY walk to encourage people to explore the local countryside takes place on Sunday (May 20). Worcestershire Friends of the Earth has organised the event, which starts at Lady Foley's Tea Room, at Great Malvern Station, at 11am.
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Raising funds
GARDENERS are being invited to bring their produce to a fundraising Plant Swap at Mathon Parish Hall. The event is being held on Sunday, June 3. Admission is £1, including entry into a prize draw.
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Second course on marriage
A MARRIAGE course in Malvern has proved so successful that organisers are already setting up the next one. The course, organised by Malvern Hills Life Church, offers couples chance to put the sparkle back into their marriage with advice, discussions
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Cottages planned
PLANS to demolish existing buildings and replace them with four cottages will go before planners on Wednesday (May 23). Proposals for the Organ Hall, off the Worcester Road, Malvern Link, are for two-bedroom cottages, on land currently occupied by a
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Proposals set to be refused
PLANS to create nine flats and two town houses on the Worcester Road, Malvern Link, will be discussed at a meeting on Wednesday (May 23). Proposals submitted to the district council concern 213 and 215 Worcester Road. They include converting the existing
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Opinion
WE sometimes wonder whether our planners at Malvern Hills District Council want Great Malvern to join the 21st Century? Their objection to the new parasol outside the Pepper and Oz, in Abbey Road, is a case in point. When new owners Pete Browne and
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Stop this happening again
AS the owners of the property featured in your paper last Friday, we would like to thank friends and neighbours for their kindness and support. We commend the emergency services for their swift and efficient response. Also to thank councillor Tom Wells
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Positively Victorian
I AM writing in response to the article (Malvern Gazette, April 27) about Michelle Hill's eviction from her home after her father's recent death. I am appalled at the way Elgar Housing work. Yes, there is a shortage of housing for families and I am sure
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No promises
I am writing in response to your article Benefit woe for townsfolk' (Ledbury Reporter, April 12). Following the closure of Ledbury Jobcentre last year, Jobcentre Plus initially intended to base two advisers at St Katherine's. Difficulties in obtaining
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Wheat and chaff
IN your report of the council election results you stated that deputy leader Clive Smith was "thrown out". Imagine my surprise when I studied the results and saw that he was beaten by a mere seven votes, hardly a throwing out by any stretch of the imagination
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Camera is joke
HOW many more accidents because of speed must Leigh Sinton see and hear. The speed camera is a joke, no-one takes any notice of it at all. I see people flying through the village at fast speeds. When they come upon the camera, it's a quick slow down,
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Change signs
With an ever increasing number of HGV drivers who cannot, or will not, read is it not high time that the blue Unsuitable for Long Vehicles' signs at either end of the Cowleigh Road were replaced by the red circle with a 4.5 tonne limit applied prohibiting
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Sheddling light
I would like to comment on the article in the Malvern Gazette (May 4) regarding gas lamps in the area. The civic society seem to have come to several conclusions before even writing the required report, its spokesperson stating that there had been "a
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Important work
IMPROVEMENTS planned to the approach to Malvern Library give us much reason to rejoice. Additions to the front on Graham Road have had the effect of obscuring the interesting approach. The dramatic three arch facade, surmounted by its carved stone cartouche
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Drunken man abused driver
A MALVERN taxi driver was attacked and subjected to racial abuse after he picked up a drunken couple. David Hodgkins argued with Mohammed Jamil after vomiting in his cab. He then kicked and punched the victim before he and his girlfriend Stacey Harris
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Pupils brave the elements
CHILDREN from Malvern College Pre-Prep donned their anoraks and wellies to complete a sponsored walk. Despite the wind and rain, the children put on brave faces to enjoy a one-and-a-half mile walk around the grounds of the college for the Meningitis
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Champagne day
CHAMPAGNE glasses were raised as residents and staff celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Alexander Gardens sheltered housing complex in Malvern Link. The party, on Wednesday, May 16, was particularly special for Glenys O'Ryan and Jan Harris, the
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Residents' fear over home plan
AN e-mail address and telephone number has been specially set up to take the views of residents regarding a proposed mental health facility at a former Malvern Wells nursing home. A group of anonymous Wells residents, calling themselves the Malvern Wells
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Club set to meet
MALVERN'S Town Club is holding its annual general meeting at 7.30pm tonight (Friday). The club, founded in the 1940s, has a group of keen crib players who meet weekly, along with two snooker teams, one of which has won their local league for the last
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A glimpse of past offered
CROOME Park is offering visitors a sneak preview of a major restoration at a former military hospital. The National Trust is offering guided Hard Hat Tours' of the wartime sick quarters of RAF Defford, which are being converted into new visitor facilities
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Walk-in thief grabs accordion
AN antique shop owner was left in a state of disbelief after an opportunist thief walked out with a vintage piano-accordion. Dave Roberts, of Carlton Antiques in Worcester Road, Malvern, said the instrument was a popular item and had been on display
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Display night
THE 1st Malvern Boys' Brigade is holding a display night and awards presentation at Dyson Perrins CE High School this evening (Friday). Members will present drill, band and gymnastics displays, along with a host of humorous sketches. The Boys' Brigade
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Watering help needed
A DONATED van will help Upton in Bloom keep its displays in top condition. Members will use the van to carry water to floral displays around the town and are now looking for volunteers to help out over busy summer months. Anyone interested is welcome
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Centre stage for 'organic corner'
Eco gardening is a growing trend and leading the way is Caves Folly of Colwall, a local organic plant nursery. At the Malvern Spring Gardening Show, there was a dedicated Organic Gardening Corner with more exhibitors than ever. Every aspect of eco gardening
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TV stars are fans of show
There were words of praise for the Spring Gardening Show from TV gardeners Joe Swift and Chris Beardshaw. Mr Swift, a presenter on the BBC's Gardener's World programme, said: "The show celebrates the splendours of spring and the rich gardening heritage
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Sodden visitors are hardy stock
WET weather did not put off visitors to the Malvern Spring Gardening Show. Clad in colourful waterproofs and carrying umbrellas as bright as the plants they were buying, visitors enjoyed what Gardener's World presenter Monty Don described as "the first
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Coming up roses for charity
SALES of a commemorative rose have raised £850 for the local branch of the Motor Neurone Disease Association. The association had a stand at the Malvern Spring Gardening Show at the weekend. Customers were able to order specially grown Thumbs-Up roses
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Low-cost housing completed
WORK is now complete on a housing scheme in Alfrick, providing low cost homes for local families. The development at Chapel Meadow, Leigh Road, comprises four rented homes and four homes for shared ownership with prices starting at £60,000 for a 50 per
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Organ works refit is generating interest
A UNIQUE conversion of the former Nicholson Organ Works, at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is causing a stir among home buyers. Nicholson Mews is a development of four converted properties and a single sympathetically-designed new build, all situated
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Bus service organisers hopeful that cash grant's on way
ORGANISERS of a rural bus service are busy trying to secure money to continue operating it before funding runs out next month. The Sphere taxi-bus service serves the villages of Suckley, Bransford, Leigh and Lulsley, taking passengers to Malvern on Friday
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Bar set for rejig
A PROPOSED make-over for Olivers Café Bar, on Belle Vue Terrace, looks to be back on the cards. In 2005, owner Tony Wilkinson was given planning permission to refit the popular bar, and expand into adjacent premises currently occupied by Rachel's Baguettes
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Scouts to celebrate
SCOUTS from Malvern and Ledbury will hold an adventure-packed Centenary Camp as part of a nationwide series of events to celebrate 100 years of Scouting that will see more than 200,000 Scouts from across the UK simultaneously sleep under canvas. The
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Germans at Priory
MALVERN Priory is welcoming a group of 10 parishioners from Germany as part of a churches partnership programme today (Friday). The parishioners, from St Katherina's Church Wolmirstedt, near Magdeburg, will be welcomed by The Rev. Mary Barr. The parishioners
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New leaders named
CONSERVATIVES Serena Croad and Ralph Madden have been named as the new leader and deputy leader of Malvern Hills District Council. The new-look council met on Tuesday, May 15, when Susan Gill was named as chairman of the council, with Liberal Democrat
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Chase golfers hit form to win prize
YOUNG golfers from the Chase High School were in the news 25 years ago when they won the Knowles Cup, the annual trophy of the Hereford and Worcester Schools' Golf Association. The team scored 245, five strokes ahead of Droitwich High School and eight
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Venue becomes a palace after refit
THE Assembly Rooms - the predecessor of the Winter Gardens - have just undergone a major refurbishment, reported the Gazette 100 years ago. "For the past three weeks, a large band of workmen have been constantly employed within the building, and the
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Echoes from the Past
100 years ago It was reported in Malvern yesterday that Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman, the Prime Minister, would arrive at Great Malvern Station about 7.30, and consequently a large number of local Liberals were on the platform to welcome their political
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Vet's gold stolen in North Malvern robbery
"A ROBBERY, which has caused considerable sensation in North Malvern, took place on Sunday night between ten and eleven o'clock, when £27 in gold were stolen from a bedroom in Church Cottage, Cowleigh Road, the property of Mr Thos. Williams, the well-known
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Walk marks the end of a long road
Rosemary Baugh is doing the Moon Walk just six months after receiving the all-clear following her four-and-a-half year battle with breast cancer. Mrs Baugh, 67, and her friend Gill Patten, both from Malvern, have prepared for the race by training on
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Take a plunge for charity at Eastnor
THRILL-seekers can take part in a 150ft charity abseil down the north-west tower of Eastnor Castle on Sunday. The event has been organised by the Acorns Childrens Hospice, which offers care and support for life-limited children and their families across
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Birthday bash for Elgar
CELEBRATE the 150th anniversary of Sir Edward Elgar's birth at a special garden party being held in Welland. On Saturday, June 2, Charlotte and Bill Carver are opening their home to friends, neighbours and anyone who wants to help celebrate the life
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Course start is delayed
A COURSE for women who want to improve their marriage that was scheduled to start this month has now been delayed until September. Organiser Charlotte Carver said the consensus was that evening sessions would be preferable for most of the people wanting
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Girls win business award
TWO schools from Malvern took part in the Young Enterprise Strategic Final this week. As well as hosting the event, Malvern St James Girls' College and School entered with its firm, Cliche. Pupils who set up Cut to the Chase, from The Chase high school
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Range of events at Christian festival
MALVERN Life Church is among a number of Christian organisations represented at Envision 07, a festival running from June 15-17. The event takes place at Spitten Farm, near Eve-sham, and offers a range of events for all ages, from team challenges to
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Book is a must for ramblers
THERE'S probably no better way to celebrate the arrival of spring than to get out into the countryside for a refreshing walk. With this in mind, author Roger Noyce has compiled a book titled Pocket Pub Walks in Worcestershire and The Malverns. It contains
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Japanese influence
FANS of Japanese comics and cartoons are all set for a treat. Poke-Oh! will take place at Holly Mount United Reformed Church, Queen's Drive, Malvern, tomorrow, Saturday, from 10am. It will feature a range of stalls incorporating the themes of Pokemon
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1,200 women set to join Race for Life
AROUND 1,200 runners will be putting the finishing touches to their training regimes, ahead of next Wednesday's Race for Life at the Three Counties Showground. Organisers of the women-only race, in aid of Cancer Research UK, are pleased with the numbers
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Apartment plans mooted
THE influx of new housing into Malvern will continue if Malvern Hills District Council approves two new apartment developments. Developers are seeking permission to build seven apartments at Lindfield, a former Malvern Girls' College building in Avenue
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Work to start
CONSTRUCTION of 32 new retirement apartments in Malvern Link will begin in August. Churchill Retirement Living will create a mixture of one and two-bedroom apartments next to Malvern Fire Station, on Howsell Road. Malvern Hills District Council granted
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Cab passengers 'being stolen'
TAXI drivers in Malvern say they are being driven out of business because of a flood of cabbies from Worcester taking their passengers. They say the increased numbers mean drivers who do not know the town are taking passengers and often overcharging
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Sensor technology utilised
QinetiQ has joined forces with Advantage West Midlands in a multi-million pound project to encourge businesses to use innovative sensor technology. The £20m Advanced Sensors Programme will see Malvern-based QinetiQ share its world-leading technical expertise
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Choir makes the deadline
THE Downs School, Colwall, was awarded first place in the U13s Choir Competition at the Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts. Malcolm Taylor, the class adjudicator, awarded school a rare outstanding' mark of 90 out of 100 and particularly commended
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School reunion
A SCHOOL reunion is to take place for ex-pupils of The Chase and Dyson Perrins. The class of 1982 is being invited to join in the fun at the Cross Keys in Belmont Road tomorrow (Saturday) from 7.30pm-1am. It is being organised by former Chase pupil,
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Feel brighter
HELPING people feel healthier, lighter and brighter is the aim of an event at Malvern's Wheel of Life Centre. Visitors can go along to the centre at 6, North Malvern Road on Friday, May 25, to learn how to cleanse from the inside. Skincare and make-up
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Chef chops the ribbon
TOP chef James Garth, of the Seasons Restaurant at Colwall Park, helped The Co-operative cause a stir by launching its £800,000 new look store in Malvern Link. He was joined by store manager Gary Heason and customers and staff as the store, among the
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Partying like its 1909 for Fringe!
MALVERN Fringe Arts has come up with another colourful and diverse programme for the Fringe Elgar Fest-ival during half-term week. Venues from Malvern Priory to the Coach House Theatre will be hosting events, kicking off on Monday, May 28, with the first
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Get your ticket fast for dance
ONLY a few tickets remain for a barn dance and pig roast on Saturday, June 2 at the Old Cider Mill, Bastonford, in aid of County Air Ambulance. A raffle will be held and spokesman Tom Hubball said there had been an overwhelming response to an article
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Pub has large refurbishment
A MALVERN pub has reopened as a no-smoking venue following a major refurbishment programme. The Foresters Arms, in Barnards Green, has benefited from a £120,000 investment funded jointly by Marston's Pub Company and licensees Dave Rudd and Brenda Ellis
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Cancer-beating team aims for river victory
A SPECIAL dragon boat team is busily preparing to paddle its way to victory at its first event in June. The Worcester Busters is an all-women team for breast-cancer survivors. It was launched by Sue Shackleton, of Albert Road, Malvern, who beat the
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Causes benefit
GOOD causes benefited from money raised during town council chairman Mike Selby's year in office. ARCOS and the League of Friends of Malvern Hospital were the charities Coun Selby chose when he first put on the chain of office this time last year. This
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Singers' joy over robes
MEMBERS of the Holy Trinity Church Choir will be decked out in new robes when they perform a special choral evensong at the church's Flower Festival this weekend. The choir bought the maroon robes after someone gave them an anonymous donation of £2,000
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Explore the dark of the side of the moon
With an edge of intrigue and foreboding, a glittering' play is set to dazzle audiences in the Colwall Players' latest production. An 11-strong cast takes on the challenge of Jean Anouilh's Ring Round The Moon at Colwall Village Hall from Thursday to
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Da Vinci finds right code to win contest
A MALVERN guitarist is delighted after his band clinched victory in a local competition. Four-piece group Da Vinci beat off rivals from across the Midlands to win a Battle of the Bands competition at the Marrs Bar in Worcester. The progressive-rock-pop
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Novel comes to screen
THE Painted Veil, based on a W Somerset Maugham novel, is shown at Malvern Theatres cinema from today (Friday). A love story set in the 1920s, it tells the tale of young English couple who get married for the wrong reasons and relocate to Shanghai, where
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What's on
Cinemas Malvern Cinema: The Painted Veil (1PG 7.45pm, Sat & Sun mats 4.30pm. Odeon Worcester: 28 Weeks Later (18) 2.40, 7.10, 9.30; Blades of Glory (12A) Sat & Sun 12.50; Bridge to Terabithia (PG) Fri & Mon-Thurs 3.00, 45.00, Sat & Sun 1.00, 3.00,5.00
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Critically acclaimed portrait of poet
THE award-winning Dylan Thomas: Return Journey is at Malvern Theatres on Tuesday. The critically acclaimed show by Edinburgh Festival Fringe-First winner Bob Kingdom is a portrait of the troubled poet. Bob plays Dylan himself, a man who wrestled with
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The Taming of the Shrew - Review: Market Theatre, Ledbury
THIS early Shakespeare comedy presents considerable obstacles for a modern audience, not least because the main theme deals with the most unpleasant breaking of a young woman's spirit. Methods deployed include sleep deprivation, starvation and psychological
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Household names in classic comedy
NOEL Coward's classic comedy of manners, Hayfever, starring much loved TV personalities Stephanie Beacham and Christopher Timothy, comes to Malvern Theatres from Bank Holiday Monday, May 28. According to his autobiography, the seeds for Hayfever came
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Art sale will support charity
ABSTRACT landscapes by a Malvern artist are among exhibits on sale for the local Amnesty International group, during its annual art exhibition. The exhibition opens tomorrow (Saturday) and runs at the Friends Meeting House, in Orchard Road, Malvern,
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Band is still going strong
THE next Pewke Band gig is at The Lamb, West Malvern, on Saturday, May 26, at 9pm. The band, which was big in Malvern in the 1970s, got back together for a reunion in 2005 and has continued playing since then.
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The New Statesman - Review: Malvern Theatres
ALAN B'stard, the MP everyone loves to hate, is in Malvern this week in a new stage production, The New Statesman, based on the original TV series. Rik Mayall's B'stard is older, a little grey around the temples, but as irresistibly wicked as ever.
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New venture for Malvern Fringe
MALVERN band Strange Machine will perform tonight (Friday), as part of a new venture in the town. The four-piece band will fill the top rooms of Malvern Youth Centre with music, from 7pm. It will perform as part of a new monthly event at the centre,
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Players' Darling Buds all set to take stage
UPTON'S Pepperpot Players have been busy putting the finishing touches to its production of H.E. Bates' The Darling Buds of May. The town's resident amateur troupe will perform the popular comedy at the Memorial Hall from Wednesday to Saturday, May
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Choir wants to recruit in its anniversary year
PEOPLE with a passion for singing are being encouraged to make their voices heard with an informal Malvern choir. The Sing for Pleasure choir celebrates its 21st anniversary this year and wants to recruit the talents of more local people. Open to singers
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Child's view of the world
PRINCESS & Ginger will be the final in a series of children's theatre productions at Malvern Theatres this spring. It is a fascinating and entertaining story reflecting a young child's view of the world. Princess & Ginger is a result of an initiative
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The Twits - Review: Coach House Theatre
A MALVERN Theatre Players' production of The Twits brought panto-style audience participation to this Roald Dahl children's classic. The Twits is typical Dahl, with its bizarre story and revolting characters. Mr and Mrs Twit have all the yucky habits
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Alfrick and Suckley
SATURDAY night will be a busy night in other parts of this large country benefice. The village of Suckley is busy raising funds to repair the church tower and there will be a wine and cheese party at Carousel in Longley Green. All are welcome at 7.30pm
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Bosbury
AFTER months of organising by the committee, this weekend the Bosbury Cider and Blossom Festival takes place in and around the parish hall and the Temple Court orchards. The festival will be opened at 10.30am by Maureen Weston. Main events include: Weston
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Colwall
TICKETS are now available for the next production by the Colwall Players of Ring Round the Moon on Thursday, May 24 until Saturday, May 26 at 7.30pm in Colwall Village Hall. Tickets, £6 and £3, obtainable from John Goodwin Estate Agents on 540300. Congratulations
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Leigh and Bransford
AS with most villages, fundraising activities take up a large amount of time for those who feel that the church and the village hall are essential to the well-being of the community. The obvious benefit is that so many talents tend to be uncovered in
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Powick
NINE members of Powick Parish Ramblers, plus the dog Digby, enjoyed a bright, sunny four-and-a-half mile walk around Croome Park last Tuesday morning. The fine weather meant that visibility was good and the Malvern Hills, Bredon Hill and May Hill could
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Welland
A COURSE that started in May for helping parents and couples in the area has now been postponed until the Autumn. It will still be run by the leader, Charlotte Carver of Bidderscroft, Welland, for the Family Caring Trust. The first course will be
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Wellington Heath
THE Farmers Arms next quiz night is on Sunday, May 27, at 8.30pm (not on Sunday, May 20). Weather permitting there will be a barbecue beforehand. Why not come and have a go at the quiz and give the Flat Caps and Jellied Eels a run for their money? Will
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West Malvern
THE St James's Church organ refurbishment fund is nearly £5,000 better off following Friday's well-attended gift and promise auction at the village hall. Three-figure prices were realised for a week's holiday in the south of France (£410), another on
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School starts building work
BREDON School is investing for the future with a new building where pupils can work, rest and play. The two-storey building, now under construction, is the biggest development at the independent school since the mid 1990s. Due to be completed
