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Pre-school open day a success
AN open day at Hanley Swan pre-school proved a great success raising more than £100 for the registered charity. The pre-school looks after 26 youngsters aged two-five. The youngsters entertained prospective new parents with a song and made Easter bonnets
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Disabled Christian Fellowship
AT the April meeting one of the members, Pat Holmes, gave a really interesting talk about the history of St. Edwards's Conference Centre in West Malvern and her work there. Members also heard about her life and work in other places. The next meeting
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Welland
THE first thing this week is a plea. The person who runs our website, www.wellandvillage.co.uk, is about to give it up. It is a totally voluntary position, but requires some technical knowledge and time to invest, if there is anyone out there who would
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Rescue team given Government grant
A LOCAL search and rescue team will be better equipped to deal with flooding and other emergency situations thanks to a government grant of more than £36,000. West Midlands Search and Rescue, based at Clevelode, near Malvern, was this week announced
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Speeding is not an issue
SPEEDING is not really an issue in West Malvern, despite perceptions, residents were told at the annual parish meeting last night, Monday, April 11. Rod Reynolds of the Safer Roads Partnership attended the meeting to explain the results of a speed survey
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Fond farewell to head teacher
CHILDREN and staff at The Grove Primary School in Malvern have said a fond farewell to headteacher Tony Vater. Mr Vater had been at the Grove for nine years, and was previously head of its former junior school. Students performed a special “showcase
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Hospital receives blessing from bishop
MALVERN’S new Community Hospital has received an official blessing from the Bishop of Worcester, Rev John Inge. Staff, patients and hospital volunteers gathered for a special service. Bishop Inge was joined by Malvern Hospital chaplain Rev Marjorie
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Malvern WI
EVERYONE enjoyed a literally illuminating talk by Ray Albutt, when he shared his infectious enthusiasm for Stained Glass Windows with members of the branch at their April meeting. With delightful colour slides and his expert commentary, the practical
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Nature reserve open day
ONE of the area’s most scenic nature reserves is holding its annual open day this Sunday (April 17). The Worcestershire Wildlife Trust-owned Knapp and Papermill reserve is located in the Leigh Brook Valley, near Alfrick Pound. It boasts an array of
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Welland Art and Crafts Group
AT the April meeting the members of Welland Art and Crafts Group welcomed Jen Boyer to speak on the life and work of William Morris, a most remarkable man who was the father of the Art and Crafts movement. As a student at Oxford he formed a friendship
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Cradley WI
CRADLEY WI met for the April meeting at Storridge Village Hall laden with bags, materials, and scissors for a creative evening. Members were welcomed by President, Di Cale, who thanked them for their help at the recent WI Pancake Lunch. Everyone who came
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Street party for people in Welland
THE people of Welland will be celebrating the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton on Friday, April 29, with a street party. The road outside the village hall will be closed for the party, which is taking place from 2pm-4pm on the day.
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Malvern Civic Society
ON Friday, April 8 President George Chesterton gave a warm welcome to the Rt Reverend John Inge, Bishop of Worcester, who gave us a very thought-provoking talk entitled Comparative Social History. The thrust of the talk was the importance of place in
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Wellington Heath
LOXTER Ashbed Quarry Launch Day. After extensive works by the Wellington Heath Ashbed Conservationists a launch day has been arranged for Saturday, April 16 at the Memorial Hall followed by two accompanied walks to the quarry where a full explanation
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Redmarley
THERE will be a Race Night on Saturday, April 16 at Redmarley Village Hall. First Race at 7.30pm. Tickets £8 including curry supper. Bring your friends and your own drinks. Tickets from Graham on 01531 650300. You can bet on it being a fun night! Do
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Colwall
THE John Rutter Requiem will be performed by the augmented church choir on Good Friday, April 22 at 7pm at St James Church, Colwall. All are welcome. Colwall Village Society will be holding an open meeting on Monday, April 18 in the Village Hall at 7.30pm
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Bosbury
ON Friday, April 15 Flicks in the Sticks are showing The Concert at Bosbury Parish hall. Doors open at 7.15pm for 7.30pm, tickets £4. On Saturday, April 16 as a special event at our Farmers’ Market and Coffee Morning from 10.30am to noon at Bosbury Parish
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Tell council about potholes
MALVERN residents are being urged to let Worcestershire County Council know any roads where motorists and pedestrians are facing pothole perils. The council’s latest budget has made an extra £3 million of funding available to repair potholes following
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Vince gives up 60th birthday presents to help charity
MALVERN resident Vince Wanklin raised more than £900 for Macmillan Cancer Support by asking for donations instead of presents when he celebrated his 60th birthday. Mr Wanklin, who works for Morgan Motor Company, has been a committed supporter of Macmillan
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Curious college customs in new book
THE curious customs of Malvern College in the 1920s are explored in a local author’s new biography of one of Britain’s best-loved children’s writers. Colin Davison’s book Through the Magic Door: Ursula Moray Williams, Gobolino and the Little Wooden
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Man who attacked youths avoids custody
A MAN who launched an unprovoked attack on four unsuspecting youths, including a 15-year-old girl, has avoided immediate custody. Philip Richens, aged 24, of Upper Howsell Road, Malvern, admitted breaching a suspended sentence order when he pleaded
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Todays Events
Tuesday Yoga for All various classes throughout the week, one free class trial at The Wheel of Life Centre, North Malvern Road, Malvern.01886 833826/07816 147501. Bio-Energy (Shaking) Meditation at Storridge Village Hall. 6pm. £3.50. 01684 892749.
