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scoops prize A MOBILE sheep-shear- mg device, designed and developed by Bolton-by- Bowland farmer Mrs Mary Homer,of Heights Farm, has scooped second prize of £300 in a contest aimed at rewarding the region’s inventors.


ised by Accrington and Rossendale College’s Pro­ duct Development Centre, which took on Mary's sheep-shearing unit as the first invention it helped put into production. The contest was judged


The contest was organ­


by representatives of the college, the Lancashire


■ trict councils which sup­ port the Product Devel­ opment Centre — Ribble Valley, Hyndburn and Rossendale. The prizes, sponsored


Business and Innovation Centre and the three dis-


by Lancashire Enterprises Ltd, were presented yes­ terday at the college. Thirteen entries were received for the competi­ tion, which was won by two Blackburn Council rodent control operatives, with a device which depos­ its rat poison into sewers.


Change is allowed


FOLLOWING the with­ drawal of the conservatory aspect of an application, Ribble Valley Council's Planning and Devel­ opment Committee recom­ mended the change of use from part of a bam to a residence at Rodhill Gate Farmhouse, Smalden Lane, Grindleton. It had originally been recommended for refusal on the grounds that it would be contrary to the council’s adopted policy on the conversion of barns, which advises that major alterations should not be necessary if they would adversely affect the char­ acter and appearance of the building.


CRGS tradition suffers because of the weather ...... ’


Councillor rates dog warden above Mayor


more important to the Ribble Valley than the Mayor,” declared Coun. Bert Jones (Clitheroe),


Labour leader, during a sing a report by officers on discussion in the council the service during its first chamber on the experi- two months. It was


T , , , , . Councillors were discus-


That is the extent of had been destroyed ana the esteem in which I hold the only one that had not


the service,” he told mem- been reclaimed by its bers of the Public Works


and Health Committee. “We in this area-do need


one and the one we have nity and commercial ser- got is doing an excellent viceSi Mr David Morris> in


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ATROCIOUS weather conditions hit Clitheroe Royal Grammar School’s annual commemora­ tion day celebrations last Wednesday and for the first time in 30 years the traditional pro­ cession through the town centre had to be abandoned.


join governors, guests, staff and pupils in the pro­


tion was particularly disp- that the service should pointing for the school’s have a family atmosphere American exchange visi- and we were all delighted tors, who had hoped to that it had precisely that.”


This break with tradi- governors were anxious


cession, which usually 400 pupils, 60 members of takes place before and staff, several local vicars after the annual service at an<l Non-Conformist min- Clitheroe Parish Church, ,


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disappointment for head- who is also a governor, master, Mr Clive Darley, conducted the service, who was attending his last ' formal occasion for the There was special music school before his retire- by the school choir, includ- ment in the autumm.


It also brought a note of Rev. J. A. D. Roberts, ing Purcell’s “Sound the


However, torrential trumpet” and John Rut- downpours could not ter s “For the beauty of dampen the happy family the eurth.” The orchestra


atmosphere of the service, which commemorated the founding of the school by Queen Mary in 1554. Said Mr Darley: “The


Houses for Low Moor


DESPITE objections from Clitheroe Town Council, a proposed housing scheme at Low Moor is to go ahead. Ribble Valley Council’s Planning and Development


Committee has granted outline planning permission for the scheme, which is to be situated on a parcel of land adjacent to the former chapel at Low Moor. Planning consent on an adjoining piece of land was given earlier this year. The town council has opposed the application on


the grounds that it would represent the overintensi­ fication of housing in this location.


played Haydn’s “St Anth ony Chorale" and Bach’s “Jesu Joy” and lessons were read by head girl Cathy Ratcliffe and head boy Stephen Brown.


Bach was performed by violinists Roslyn Pearce and Niroshini Thambar. The organist was Mr Michael Pain.


Another item by J. S.


governors, guests and stu­ dent representatives took place at the York Street building.


Afterwards, a buffet for


Our picture shows some of the pupils at the church.


, and guests. The vicar,the isters and 50 governors , The director of commu- h Coun. Jones added that explained that the deter- his w r it te n re p o r t e hoped the experiment re*t factor of the service Bumper profit at hospital gala


seemed to be having a sig­ nificant effect on the prob­ lem of straying dogs, although certain areas would require regular patrols.


CLITHEROE. Hospital gala is expected to • have raised £800, despite wet and windy conditions on Saturday.


Clitheroe Hospital and the money will go towards hospital funds.


The event was organised by the Friends of


Clitheroe Parish Hall, with fewer people coming compared with last year when £1,000 was raised. Nevertheless there were many attractions and those who came clearly enjoyed themselves.” There were many popular stalls and children’s


everyone who had made the day a success. She added: “The weather affected attendance at


Friends’ chairman Mrs Brenda Dixon thanked


' games, while Slaidburn Silver Band provided a musical note.


Rotary, the Old People’s Welfare, Ladies’ Circle, Townswomen’s Guilds, Brownies, and health centre staff. Guests included the Deputy Mayor and Mayoress


the gala and helped with the meals. Supporting the hospital staff were Clitheroe


of Ribble Valley, Coun. and Mrs Allan Kay, and the Mayor and Mayoress of Clitheroe, Coun. and Mrs Pat Shepherd. In our picture, the Ribble Valley Deputy Mayor


and Mayoress meet St Paul’s Brownies, who organised a treasure hunt.


Everything in the garden is lovely] at popular Apricot Meringue


invitation to come and enjoy this new amenity at the Edwardian-style coffee shop, which concentrates on providing good food at good prices — served with a friendly smile, too — from its premises in: King Street, Clitheroe.


Apricot Meringue, you can move outdoors to enjoy the culinary delights on offer.


Now, in the new rose garden at the rear of


EVERYTHING in the garden is lovely — down at Apricot Meringue. And, what’s more, there is an open


Clitheroe — sadly without, of late, the weather to go with it.


An advertising feature It really is a touch of France right here in


But, when the sun docs shine, the new patio area is able to serve up an oasis of tranquillity,


rose garden and could be forgiven for thinking they are out in the countryside.


only yards from the hustle and bustle of King ’ Street. From here, customers look out on to a beautiful


The Apricot Meringue rose garden was the idea of partners Terry Wild and Christopher Sharp, two


local personalities who give the business a friendly atmosphere which brings customers back time and time again.


thought it would be a good idea to make use of it,” explained Terry. “We are bringing a touch of France to Clithcroc and we are keeping our fingers crossed that we get some Continental weather to go with it.”


a problem or two for this enterprising business duo, but one thing is certain — a visit to Apricot Meringue is a mouthwatering experience which will linger on the tastebuds and make sure you return often to sample a style of food which takes the mind back to the days before the term “fast food” had been invented. Terry set up in business in Lowergate four years


The vagaries of the English climate might cause - i


and provided Clitheroe with an unusual eatery which keeps customers coming bacK, from all parts of Lancashire, for its cheerful welcome — not to mention those delicious gateaux Terry conjures up. Add to this the new outdoor feeling of the. Apricot Meringue rose garden and it’s plain to sec


that Clithcroe’s galloping gourmets have hit on a recipe for success.


A WARM invitation from joint owner Chris­ topher Sharp (left) to enjoy the tranquil atmo- sphere of the new rose garden (right)


to King Street, with the Apricot Meringue name, an intriguing title which was suggested out of the blue while having a meal with friends, and Terry was joined as a partner by painter and decorator Christopher Sharp. The pair decided on the Edwardian theme, which they felt was appropriate and attractive. It was a decision which has paid off handsomely


ago, with the business maxim of providing good food at good prices and serving it with a sincere smile which, straight away, told those on the receiving end that their enjoyment of what was on offer was of the uppermost importance. It was last September when the business moved


“This beautiful garden was already there and we _ S Once again, Clithcroe organisations supported


Coun. Patrick Shepherd, said that as a dog owner he did not approve of dog loos and designated exer­ cise areas, because they were breeding grounds for cross infection between dogs with diseases and healthy pets. He added that many other pet owners had expressed similar concern.


Boiler stolen


A VAXI 504 wall-mounted boiler, valued at £345,-has been stolen from industrial


& remises at Woodlands rive, Whalley.


dissenting voice during discussions on how to reduce dog fouling — one of the biggest problems for the service. The Mayor of Clitheroe,


school visits and educa­ tional initiatives under­ taken by the dog warden were in great demand and that his help and advice was bound to produce divi­ dends in the years ahead. However, there was a


from the owners of stray; ing dogs has been excel­ lent. A great deal has quickly been achieved in re-educating these owners on their responsibility,” the report added. It was reported that the


“The response received


owner was found a new home.


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mental service, which has pointed out that a total of now been running for two 35 straying dogs had been . ,


rounded up, but no dog


THE Ribble Valley’s dog warden, who is rounding up strays and touring local schools with help and advice for young pet owners, has won the highest of accolades. “ The dog warden is would become a perma­


nent scheme after the ini­ t ia l 12 months’ t r ia l period.


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