Coastal View & Moor News Issue 17 News from Loftus Town Council Art Gallery
Loftus Town Council would like to thank all those who exhibited and attended our recent Local Artists Gallery.
The exhibition, which was held on the 14th and 15th of October, was a great success and this year approximately 50 exhibitors displayed a variety of work including paintings, photography, textiles, ceramics and silver work. Loftus Town Mayor, Cllr Andrew Downs states, “Far too much in daily life we hear negativity or negative comments said about the town and parish of Loftus, however, on this occasion it was a tremendous pleasure to see the variety of work, for the most part done by people in our own parish. It never fails to amaze me how much talent exists quietly within our community. It is also a great pleasure listening to people with positive and encouraging words in feedback. This event, in my mind, goes from strength to strength and long may it continue.” Over 225 members of the public and invited guests came through the doors to view the work and as in previous years there has been glowing positive feedback about the talent within our community. It is hoped to build on this event in the coming years so if you have any suggestions or would like to be contacted if future exhibitions are organised please do not hesitate to contact Loftus Town Council on 01287 641000 or loftus_town_council@
redcar-cleveland.gov.uk Awards Evening
Loftus Town Council held an Awards Evening on the evening of the 22nd September and members were delighted to be able to recognise the achievements and work of many residents within our community. The Annual Citizen Award was awarded this year to Tom and Judy Foster from Easington who are greatly involved with Easington Residents Association. Members were impressed with the amount of work
which they put into the community including securing funding for spring bulbs and the floral displays in Easington, and taking on much of the planting themselves. They organise the Christmas tree and lights each year and have also made a successful bid to North York Moors National Park for overhead wires to be replaced by underground wires. On top of this they also give up their time to visit parishioners who cannot attend church through illness. We hope readers agree they were worthy recipients. Pupils of Whitecliffe Primary School were commendable winners of the Junior Citizen Award for all they do promoting the UNICEF convention on the Rights of the Child - plus all their sporting and academic achievements. Loftus Town Council is always glad to hear of the achievements of the younger residents and members are sure they will keep up the good work and be an example to younger children. The Loftus and Villages in Bloom winners were also announced at the awards evening - if you have had chance to see the photographs in Loftus Library the Council hopes you were as impressed as we were with the hard work and enjoyment that has gone into all the gardens. There were 28 entrants this year, including 6 new entrants and the gardens were judged by a panel made up of Loftus Town Councillors, Area Management and Community Representatives. The overall winner was Malcom Beedle of Loftus for his colourful, tidy and well presented garden. He also won best front garden and baskets/containers and Ann Ward of Loftus won best rear garden. Best new entrant was V Stevenson of
Cabinet may review position of Health Champion as NHS row continues
Redcar and Cleveland’s cabinet member for Health and Social Care, Cllr Dr Tristan Learoyd, has asked his cabinet colleagues to reconsider their approval of Cllr Valerie Halton as the council’s Health Champion. The move comes after questions arose over Cllr Halton’s commitment to universal healthcare, after she led a council chamber walkout when a question was asked about NHS privatisation by Eston’s Cllr Christopher Massey.
Cllr Learoyd, who has worked as an NHS pharmacist, is said to be unhappy about Cllr Halton’s views on the future of the NHS and her stark views on public service in general. Cllr Dunning told Coastal View “the Labour administration is opposed to the privatisation of the NHS and supports universal healthcare for all, not just the privileged few. The position of Health
Champion is supposed to be critical, but Cllr Learoyd has a genuine concern over the current champion as he has reservations over champions walking out on questions that are linked to their role. I will be asking Cabinet to monitor the position of Health Champion, as our primary concern is the health of our residents and whether they can access the health services they need.” Meanwhile, Cllr Massey’s question at October’s full council meeting was repeated in the House of Lords on November the 3rd, as Labour and other opposition lords sought an amendment to the Coalition government’s NHS bill to keep the statutory obligation of the secretary of state to provide an NHS. Coastal View contacted Cllr Halton who declined to comment at this time.
Easington and we hope there are even more new entrants next year.
The Best Community Project was awarded to Skinningrove Link Up for the Community Garden at the
Riverside Building, Skinningrove. All the judges agreed this was a fantastic project,
and although it’s early stages, the future potential is there for all to see. The Best Community Contribution – judged solely by R& C BC neighbour hood management – once again goes to Easington Village and is another credit which can in part be attributed to our Annual Citizens. The Mayoral Charity Funds for the year 2010/11 was also distributed at the ceremony. Former Mayor Cllr Linda Bell fundraised throughout her Mayoral Year for the Charity Begins at Home Fund which was then split between local community groups and organisations who applied to the fund. Cllr Linda Bell raised funds in the hope that the money will go a small way to keeping groups running in the current economic climate and Loftus Town Council recognises the work put in by so many within the community to keep community groups and organisations running. Finally a lifetime achievement award was awarded posthumously to Jennifer Scott of Skinningrove. Cllr Down gave a speech in recognition of all Jennifer has done for the
community of Skinningrove including her work for the Village Hall and numerous charities.
It was wonderful to be able to hold such an evening and celebrate the good within our parish.
Winter Events 2011 Dalesman Singers
Partnership Event with St Leonard’s Church Saturday 19th November 2011 – 7-7.30 at St Leonard’s Church.
Followed by refreshments in the Town Hall. Tickets £4.00 – available from Loftus Town Council Offices or St Leonard’s Church. Mayor’s Civic Carol Service Partnership Event with St Joseph’s and St Cuthbert’s RC Church Sunday 18th December 2011 – 6pm at Saint Joseph’s Church. Featuring the St Joseph’s Choir and Singers. Followed by Mince Pies and Christmas cake in the Town Hall. Tea Dance
The monthly Tea Dance, which is held on the first Tuesday of every month in Loftus Town Hall will include a faith tea in December. Doors open at 1.30 for informal practice and then the session runs from 2-4pm. Entrance is only £1.00 and this includes refreshments and entry into the raffle. New members are always welcome.
If you would like further information about any off these events then please do not hesitate to contact Loftus Town Council on 01287 641000.
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