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On this day: The Cotswolds Archive

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• Villagers close to victory

  THERE was a real cliffhanger of a finish at Dumbleton on Monday when the home side missed out by two runs in pursuit of 291 for victory against Ray Julien's XI. read more

• Evelyn will beat a path to Malvern

  THE multi-award-winning and critically acclaimed solo percussionist Evelyn Glennie is due to star in a one-off performance at Malvern. read more

• Plight rings a bell

  THE front page article in Evesham Journal rings a bell with me, I too like the lady mentioned had a break in. read more

• What was intended before permission?

  THERE is planning permission for one and a different sort for another. read more

• Accident waiting to happen at busy road

  THE retrospective planning approval, given by Wychavon District Council to Tesco plc in Evesham, highlights once again serious highway problems in Worcester Road, Evesham. At the committee stage, it was recommended for approval, subject to the receipt of a TIA (traffic impact assessment). read more

• It's getting heavy for Pershore traffic plan

  YOUR correspondent R Evans (Evesham Journal, July 29), makes a valid point regarding the excessive goods vehicle traffic through Pershore and the High Street consultation process. A few years ago it was acknowledged by the authorities that Pershore deserved some relief from the traffic through the town and schemes were drawn up for a by-pass. read more

• Seeing red over lights

  I KNOW loads of people are infuriated about the road through Wyre Piddle being closed. I live at Sandfields in Wyre Piddle, but I have to put up with the inconvenience of driving round the bypass. I know some people are driving through because the lights appear to change to green sometimes. But I was appalled the other day while waiting for the bus outside Sandfields, I saw three cars drive through the lights while they were on red. Anything! Be it bus, emergency vehicle or kid on a push bike could be coming over the bridge from the other end, I just hope the camera caught them and they are prosecuted for dangerous driving. Though I doubt it. Even if they did hit something or someone and kill or maim, they would probably get let off. After all in my experience it's the killed or maimed that have to prove innocence not the idiot car driver. It states in the Highway Code that it's the responsibility of the driver to look out for pedestrians etc. read more

• Magic of make-believe

  Around 30 wide eyed youngsters were transported to the magic land of make-believe when the members of the Everyman Theatre brought their 'story coat' to Tewkesbury library. read more

• DIY baby born in car

  "The scariest thing I have ever done in my life", was Steve Waldron's description of having to deliver his baby daughter in the back of the car. read more

• Tench are the key for Danny and Jason

  Evesham and District Angling Association read more

• Hunt for future stars

  AFTER a successful round of Easter camps, a number of rugby clubs will again be hosting a RugbyFuture event. read more

• Art for relationships' sake

  MOUTHPIECE theatre company's presentation of the UK premiere of Ugly Art by American playwright Terry Roueche opens in Upton-on-Severn on Monday, August 16, and tours for two weeks culminating in three performances at Worcester Festival on August 26, 27 and 28. read more

• Memories revived in century celebrations

  RAILWAY enthusiasts are hoping to breath new life into the closed Broadway Station as it marks its centenary today. read more

• Born-again star Elkie kicks off city festival

  A VARIETY of acts have been lined up to perform at the Swan Theatre in Worcester during the second Worcester Festival, which runs from Saturday, August 14, to Monday, August 30. read more

• A happy mixture

  THE infectious drumming group Sambangra plan to bring their crowd-stopping street sets and dance-floor filling stage show to Huntingdon Hall. read more

• Getting in the mood!

  THE fabulous Syd Lawrence Orchestra has been thrilling audiences all over Britain and Europe with concerts and dances for over 35 years and they make a welcome return to Malvern Theatres on Saturday, August 21. read more

• Double success for Vale cheese makers

  CHEESES from Gorsehill Abbey Farm, Broadway, completed a double in a cheese tasting competition at Taste of the Country. read more

• Eckington

  THURSDAY CLUB: On August 12 the outing is to Weston-super-Mare, leaving Eckington at 9.30am. Non-members are welcome if there are spare seats on coach, £6 per person. read more

• Village newcomers threat to rural life

  THE parish chairman of a village that has become a magnet for the rich and famous has blamed second home buyers for the erosion of community life. read more

• Robins must wait for senior cup opponents

  EVESHAM United will have to wait to find out their opponents in this season's Worcestershire FA Senior Cup. read more

On this day: The Cotswolds Archive