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  • Malvern band to feature on radio programme

    A MALVERN band feel they could be on the verge of big things as they launch a new EP after picking up support from BBC Radio. The Transcendence Experience, who describe themselves as a lively, eclectic fusion of reggae, psychedelia and funk laced with

  • Brother and sister take part in Acorns Triple Run

    A BROTHER and sister from Malvern are both taking part in the Acorns Triple Run for the fourth year running. Jeremy and Briony Grout take part in the 5km Spring Fun Run but whereas budding runner Jeremy goes as fast as he can, Briony prefers to treat

  • Plant sales at Link Nurseries

    LINK Nurseries in Powick is holding plant sales on both of May's Bank Holiday Mondays. The nursery provides people who have experienced mental illness with the opportunity to undertake purposeful horticultural work in a realistic work environment

  • Thieves may have returned to crime scene

    Thieves may have returned to the scene of their crime a number of times while stealing £23,000 worth of heavy construction equipment from Brandon Tool Hire’s premises in Worcester Road, Malvern, say police. “Due to the size or weight of the stolen

  • Musicians lend their support

    MUSICIANS will be taking to the streets of Great Malvern tomorrow (Saturday, April 25) in support of Amnesty International. The Malvern Hills group of AI expects musicians ranging from recorder players and violinists to a full samba band to

  • CHANDLER

    CHANDLER Charlie Of Malvern. Formerly of Donnington. Peacefully at home, on April 21st, aged 79 years. Much loved husband of Margaret. Loving father of Michael and Alan, father in law of Louise and Dorte and devoted grandfather of Sam and Jake. The Funeral

  • LANGFORD

    LANGFORD Dorothy Happy 80th Birthday Mum. All our Love. Jane, Sue, Howard, Sophie and Emma. xx Published in paper 24/04/2009 in Malvern Gazette

  • MATTHEWS

    MATTHEWS Marjorie Frank, Linda and Beryl would like to thank all who sent messages of sympathy on our sad loss. Donations totalling over £500 were collected for St Richard's Hospice, who took such wonderful care of Mum in her final days. Published in

  • WILLIAMS

    WILLIAMS Selwyn Passed away on April 26th three years ago, husband of Edna a few months before always in our thoughts your sons Gerald and Robert. Published in paper 24/04/2009 in Malvern Gazette

  • BALDWIN

    BALDWIN Les April 22nd, 2008. Shedding man's blood by man? Was your death that night. Helping you was John and Pat, and your wife holding your hand, as you slowly slipped away. All pain now gone. Earth resurrection will be. Remembered by his Wife and

  • HUTCHINGS

    HUTCHINGS Marlene April 29th, 2008. Peter and our sons miss you so much. Thanks to friends for their support over the year. Published in paper 24/04/2009 in Malvern Gazette

  • SYMONDS

    SYMONDS John April 29th, 2008. In memory of John. A loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. From Ronnie and Family. Published in paper 24/04/2009 in Malvern Gazette

  • FISH

    FISH Annie Maud "Nancy" Passed away April 29th, 2008. Sadly missed, forever in our hearts. With love, Terry, Jenny, Nigel, Anita, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Published in paper 24/04/2009 in Malvern Gazette

  • LILLEY

    LILLEY Gordon Suddenly, on April 20th, aged 64 years. Much loved and missed husband of Stevie, father of Emma, Hannah, Dan and Tony and grandfather of Adam and Tom. The Funeral service will take place at Hereford Crematorium, on Friday, May 1st, at 12

  • BALDWIN RNIB

    BALDWIN Roberta Binnie Gwendoline Of Ledbury. Peacefully at Hereford County Hospital, on April 21st, aged 69 years. Much loved wife of the late Cedric. Mother of Tracy. Mother in law of Phil. Nan to Neil and sister of Mavis. Will be sadly missed. The

  • MARKHAM

    MARKHAM Harold Thomas Passed peacefully away on April 17th, 2009. Much loved husband of Ann, father and father in law of Stephen, Jane, Amanda and Mark and grandfather of Steven and Andrew. Funeral service at All Saints Church, Malvern Wells on Tuesday

  • HUNTER

    HUNTER Ian Slipped away quietly on April 15th, 2009, aged 77 years. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew and loved him. Happy memories of days gone by. A Service to celebrate Ian's life will take place at Worcester Crematorium, on Wednesday, April

  • PETTY

    PETTY George April 25th, 2007. "True love ways" Will always be ours. I miss you so much. Your loving wife Sue Published in paper 24/04/2009 in Malvern Gazette

  • DEWEY

    DEWEY Karl A year has gone by so fast, just can't believe how time has pasted you are always in our thoughts each and every day we all miss you in every single way you are the biggest star at night looking down on us shining bright. We all love you Karl

  • PROSSER GABS

    PROSSER Stan Missing you and remembering the good times, especially on our GABS Weekends Published in paper 24/04/2009 in Malvern Gazette

  • TOLLEY

    TOLLEY Sharon April 30th, 2001. The hands of time keeps turning, The years may pass away, But memories last forever and you are never far away. Remembered and loved by Mum and Dad, Shaun, Lauren Alfie, Max, Simon, Jane, Louise and Alex. Published in paper

  • HALL

    HALL Gerald Treasured memories of a much loved husband, dad and grandad passed away April 29th, 2002. Gill, Karen, Julie and Grandchildren. Published in paper 24/04/2009 in Malvern Gazette

  • LANGFORD

    LANGFORD Dorothy Happy 80th Birthday Mum, All our love Jane, Sue, Howard, Sophie & Emma xx Published in paper 24/04/2009 in Malvern Gazette

  • Council opposes 'secret' NHS meeting plan

    MEMBERS of Malvern Hills District Council this week lined up in unanimous opposition to a local health trust's plan to hold its meetings behind closed doors. Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is bidding to become a foundation trust on October

  • TIC is staying put

    THE Tourist Information Centre in Great Malvern is not moving, said district council leader Serena Croad at a meeting this week. She was answering a question from Chase ward councillor Joe Smith, who said many people were worried by rumours that the

  • Mixed season for brave Malvern

    AFTER promotion the previous May, Malvern took a while to adjust to life in Midlands One. Injuries galore and a series of soul-destroying defeats signified a cruel first-half of the season among the big boys for Malvern. Their Midlands One campaign

  • Rawle calling for last game victory

    MALVERN Town manager Joe Rawle is looking for his side to show some pride and bow out of the British Gas Business League victorious. The Langland Stadium side entertain play-off chasing Bury Town tomorrow (3pm) with Town still reeling from

  • Church is wrecked by gangs of youths

    A SPATE of vandalism at a Malvern methodist church has been blamed on gangs of hooded youths. Windows have been smashed, drains have been ripped down and the roof has been damaged at Somers Park Avenue Methodist Church. The latest incident, which

  • Well dressers honour Darwin and diversity of life

    OVER 30 ancient water-sites around the hills will be decorated next Friday (May 1) in this year's Malvern Well Dressing Festival. The theme for this year's festival, organised by Malvern Spa Association, is Darwin's Earth, to mark the 200th anniversary

  • Furious Robins lashes out at referee

    OUTRAGED Malvern director of rugby David Robins has hit out at the ‘inept’ refereeing display at Bedford Athletic in Midlands One. The basement side produced a stunning comeback in Malvern’s final game of the season to beat the Spring Lane outfit 36-

  • Glowing report for Malvern school

    THE Chase School in Malvern has received a glowing report from Ofsted, its fourth positive report in a row from the schools inspection agency. Head teacher Kevin Peck said he was delighted with the report published this week, especially since

  • First birthday for gymnasts

    MALVERN Hills Gymnastic Club celebrate their first anniversary this week. The Spring Lane South outfit opened their doors last April with the gymnasts, parents and staff helping to provide a new full sprung floor which cost more than £10,000. This was

  • Today's events

    Friday Country Western Partner Dancing With Teme Valley Western Dancers at Whitbourne Village Hall. Absolute beginners 7-8pm, improved and intermediates 8-10pm. 01886 821772. Antique Teddy Bear, Thunderbirds and Dr Who exhibition at The Time Machine

  • Fires blight hills again

    "ARE we to have a repetition of the fires which played such havoc on the western side of the hills in the autumn of 1906?" wondered columnist Ariel in the Gazette 100 years ago. "Only last week, two broke out, one near the British Camp and the other

  • Echoes from the past

    100 years ago. We are requested to announce that a garden fete, combined with athletic sports, is being arranged by the Hanley Castle Nursing Association, to be held by the kind permission of Miss Huntingdonm, in the grounds of Blackmore Park, on the

  • Solution sought to dust problem

    "THE passing of the ubiquitous motor car along our roads, like the transit of a comet, but with a long trail of petrol fumes instead of a trail of light, has brought the dust problem to an acute stage, and the sooner all the country roads are treated

  • Dog bored by council talk

    "MR James Woodyatt's collie," wrote Ariel in the Gazette 100 years ago," by the way an intelligent animal, is no stranger to the Couincil Chamber, but until Tuesday last his attendance has not been very regular of late. "Probably anticipating a breezy