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N i n e m e n i n c o u r t - a f t e r t o w n


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SIX Clitheroe men, one from Read and two others from Great Har­ wood, aged between 18 and 24, appeared before Clitheroe Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday charged with a total of 15 public order offences, following an incident at Shawbridge on October 2nd.


, the defendants were allowed unconditional bail. The magistrates heard that “not guilty” pleas would be entered. The Clitheroe men were


The case was adjourned untilNovember 17th and


c h a rg e d w i th th e following: Paul Bialecki (23), a


builder, of Whittle Close: using threatening, abusive


or insulting words, or behaviour, likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress. Stephen James Burgess


James’s Street, Great Harwood, was charged with using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour likely to cause harassment.


tening behaviour with intent to cause fear of, or provoke violence; and two offences of police assault. Andrew Helm (22), of


unconditional bail until November 17th on three other charges unconnected with the alleged public order incident — criminal damage, going equipped for burglary and interfer­ ing with a car with the intention of committing theft.


Helm was remanded on


Stepping out for


(21), a welder, of Cardigan Avenue: using threatening behaviour with intent to cause fear of, or provoke violence; and two offences of police assault. Danny Cattermole (23),


a saw mill worker of Peel Street: two offences of police assault, and a drunk and disorderly offence. Mark C h r is to p h e r


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Curtis (21), a welder fabri­ cator, of Hawthorn Place: one offence of police assault. Rory Lynch (19), of


Edisford Road, using threatening, abusive or insulting words, or beha­ viour, likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress. Martin Robert Turnbull


ON the day this issue is published it should be a happy occasion for youngsters celebrating bonfire night, but each year we are called on, along with our colleagues in the fire and ambulance services, to deal with accidents caused by irresponsible use of fireworks.


(18), a butcher, of Woonc Lane: using threatening behaviour with intent to cause fear of, or provoke, violence; and one offence of police assault. Read m an D erek


€> Keep fireworks in a closed box, Laking them out one by one and putting the lid on securely in between.


Not everyone is alert to the dangers. Here is a list of possible safety measures:


©Follow the instructions carefully and load them by torchlight. Never use a naked flame.


Michael Pick (19), of Hough Head Farm, Whins Lane, was charged with threatening behaviour with intent to cause fear of, or provoke violence; and one offence of police assault. Paul Attard (24), a for­


© Try not to use a (lame to light them either, preferably choose a fuse wick or something similar.


© Never throw fireworks. © Stand well back. © Never return to a firework once lit, as it may go off. © Never put fireworks in your pocket. © Keep pets indoors. © And follow the fireworks code. For the information of vendors of such explosives, it is a criminal offence to sell any such firework to a person under the age of 16.


ester of St Hubert’s Road, Great Harwood, was charged'with using threa­


Memorable night for


YIP guests


IT was yesterday once more — for elderly people who attended the annual dinner dance of Age Con­ cern Whalley and District, at Calderstones Hospital


ballroom. Dancing to the music of


. The enthusiasts fol­ lowed public footpaths to Barrow and Wiswell all the way to the woods of Read and trooped home via Read Hall and Whal­ ley Nab, passing the Gamecock Inn as they ventured through Great Harwood. The walk proved an


good cause WILLING ramblers set out on Sunday, complete with their canine col­ leagues, on a 10-mile sponsored walk organ­ ised by Whalley Sur­ gery. in an attempt to raise money for The Anthony Nolan Bone Marrow Appeal.


G u i n e a p i g r o l e f o r v i l l a g e i n


t r a f f i c m o v e s


GISBURN, a village under constant siege from traffic, looks set to become a guinea pig for other blighted areas.


fied by the Village Speed Control Working Group as one of two in Lancashire where schemes could be introduced and their effec­ tiveness monitored. Gisburn is the only vil­


lage. on the A59 between Preston and the county boundary with North Yorkshire where a 30 m.p.h. speed limit order is in operation.


F ir e c h ie f is re ad y fo r b ig o c c a s io n


A CLITHEUOE part-time fireman is about to be officially recognised for his 34 years’


service. Retained station com­


mander Mr Alan Clarke (52), of Park Avenue, will receive the British Empire Medal granted to him in the Queen's Birthday Honours List earlier this year. The award is also a


Caravanning was his


immense success, with over i‘500 being raised. Anyone wishing to pledge a donation can contact Joan Lee at the' Whalley Surgery (0254 S23500).


I n c u s t o d y


The law is very clear in relation to people setting off fireworks in a public place. It means exactly what it says. A firework can not be discharged on any highway or other public place.


Yet again, the icy conditions have come early, with the resultant frozen- up vehicles, freezing fog and black ice on the roads.


people.


Always drive at a speed within which you can stop safely should you need to do so. Be aware that there is every likelihood, espe­ cially in the early morning and evening, that the road surface is likely to be slippery with black ice, so drive carefully.


What can you do as motorists to prevent yourselves from being included in accidents?


Before starting your journey, make sure that your car windows are completely defrosted. Don’t drive, as people often do, with a small circle made in the ice on their windscreen. It is a criminal ollence to


the past, they took their partners for a whirl round the floor in a series of dances which included the valela and the waltz. They dined on an excel­


. do so and foolhardy to the extreme. For those motorists setting out on long journeys, it is advisable to carry extra equipment, such as blankets, tow rope, jump leads, a


lent meal, prepared and made by Calderstones catering staff, with table service provided by mem­ bers of Age Concern and Whalley Lions Club, who also shared the cost of transport. As part of the evening


of fun thev were further entertained by a magician,


of magical sleights of hand and wizardry. Age Concern chairman


who demonstrated a feast


Mr Frank Pope said: “The evening was a great suc­ cess, giving everyone the opportunity of meeting friends old and new and enjoying themselves.”


Help with shopping


TWO Clitheroe clubs are to join forces again to lay


on a special pre-Christmas shopping evening for the elderly and disabled. The Lions and Rotaract


clubs have arranged the trip to Tesco’s Clitheroe Store for December 15th. Last year more than 100


people made use of the facilities — free transport to and from home and help with shopping for those with sight and mobility problems. “We are hoping there


We should all allow more time for our journeys during the winter period. Delaying your journey to the last second inevitably means short-tempered drivers aitd excessive speed, and speed is a crucial factor in difficult weather conditions.


shovel and some emergency food provisions.


It is important during cold weather conditions, when the tempera­ tures begin to fall, to ensure that our elderly residents, who are particularly vulnerable to the cold, are not forgotten.


Finally, I would ask you all to keep up the good work in combating crime and vandalism. Working together we can make life hard for the wrongdoer. Keep on reporting anything you are suspicious about to tlie police on Clitheroe 23S1S. Chief Insp. Michael Bourne


If you have any concerns about your elderly neighbours, please let one of the many caring organisations know.


Trekking in Nepal recalled


A SLIDE record of a six- week trekking trip in Nepal was presented by Mr Alistair Ratten, of Clitheroe, to members of Ribblesdale Camera Club. Mr Ratten said that the


pointed out, had bee aroused in the 1950s, when he had read a book about the Annapurna range. “Not only did he ha\


excellent slides of this majestic area, but also presented them in a very lively and informative w a y , ” sa id a club spokesman. The results of the first


will be a good response,” said Lions welfare com­ mittee member Mr Ian Joyce. Those wanting to take


open monthly meeting were: Prints: R. Greenwood


up the offer are asked to telephone Mr Joyce (Clith­ eroe 41302).


F i e s t a l a m p s


SPOTLAMPS, valued together at £S0, were rev- moved from a Ford Fiesta on Castle View, Clitheroe, overnight on Thursday.


on a settee while a pair of thieves searched her living room and bedroom, then made off with £50 on Tuesday evening. The two men knocked


AN elderly Chatburn woman was forced to sit


on her door at S p.m. and pushed past the 87-year- old woman when she opened the door. Both men spoke.with


northern accents and are described as white and


meeting, Mr John Neil, of Clitheroe, will present “Tuscany.” It is .also the entry night for the second competition.


(Basque brass); F. Barnes (Passion for pollen). Seven members tied for third place. At next Tuesday’s


(Fireworks over Clitheroe Castle); J. West (Rear window). Six members tied for third place. Slides : R. Anlorth


Terror for resident


aged 20 to 30. One is described as 5ft. 10in. tall, clean shaven, with short dark hair and wearing tweed trousers and a short dark blue anorak. The other is described


as 5ft. 8in., with short fair hair, a tidy appearance and wearing blue jeans. Anyone with informa­


tion about the incident, or seeing anything suspi­ cious, is asked to contact Clitlieroe police on 23818.


trip, made in late 1990, was the fulfilment of a Iife- time's ambition. Hi interest in the country, he


Even if you are within the law, please have consideration for your neighbours. Fireworks can be noisy and distressing to animals and


A MAN aged 20 was remanded in custody for trial at Preston Crown Court when he appeared before Clitheroe magis­ t r a l e s o n T u e s d a y , charged with attempted robbery at Patel’s off-li­ cence in Waddington Road. Clitheroe. Mark Robert Gibbons,


of no fixed address, was refused bail.


J e w e l l e r y h a u l


VARIOUS gold chains and Lwo diamond and sapphire rings, valued together at £640, were stolen from a house in Parker Avenue, Clitheroe, between 3-15 a n il 5 - 4 5 p . in . o n Saturday.


t r ib u te to the two a p p 1ia ac e s a n d 2 0 retained fire fighters under his control. Mr Clarke commented that the honour is for the station as a whole and a recognition of every­ body’s team work. Mr Clarke, safety


favourite pastime


A CLITHEROE man who loved caravanning has died, aged 71, at Queen’s Park Hospital, Blackburn. Mr Jack Hargreaves, of


Langdale Avenue, was born in Great Harwood.


assistant and training o f f i c e r a t C a s t le Cement, will receive the medal from the Lord Lieutenant of Lanca­ shire, Mr Simon Towne- ley, at County Hall, P re s to n , la te r this mouth.


GISBURN AUCTION MART


TIIKKK were H«S newly-calved dairy cows and heifers forward at Oishurn Auction Mart on Thursday. First "quality cows made to


£1,1550 (average £058), second quality to £805 (ITdO.Oo). first q u a l i ty h e ife rs to £1.210


cows and heifers. Cows made to £0(50 (£850.40). heifers to £1, ISO. There were also 210 calves


and 120 s t irk s and stores forward. Calves: Charolais X hulls


made to £252 (£105.80), heifers to £U0 (£122.25), Limousin X bulls to £220 (£148.10). heifers to £142 (£107.10). Ilelgian Mine X bulls to £2(58 (£212.20), heifers to £200 (£101.00), Siniineiilal X bulls to £205 (£177.50), heifers to £140 (£105.00).


(£078.70), second quality to £S0U (£701.(57). Forward were 18 in-calf dairy


Mlomle d’Aquitaine X bulls


made to £170 (£148.25), heifers to £120 (£111), Hereford bulls to £150 (£120), heifers to £00 (£81), Friesian bulls to £158 (£102.10), Angus X bulls to £112 (£08.40), heifers to £70 (£(50). M.ILL bulls to £22(5 (£180). Weaned s tirks and stores:


were 755 cattle forward, includ­ ing 214 young bulls, 222 steers and betters and 211) cows and bulls, plus 2,1)01 sheep, includ­ ing 2,(102 lambs and 258 ewes


and rams. Hulls: Continental light made


Cbarolais X bulls/steers made to £450 (£5182.75), heifers to £270 (£ 2 0 8 .2 0 ) , L im o u s in X Imlls/steers to £244 (£210.25), heifers to £440 (£5120.25), Bel­


gian Mine X heifers to £215 (£5111.25), other Continental X bulls/steers to £200 (£280), heif­ ers to £5150 (£2055.555), Hereford X heifers to £278, Friesian X bulls/steers to £275, black Polly X bulls/steers to £5125 (£200), heifers with calf at foot to £715, Friesian X heifers fit for service to £5510. In the fatstoek section there


RALLY s u p r emo John Meadows has won the prestigious Ivory Coast Rally for the second year in succession.


has beaten off chal­ lenges from some of th e w o r l d ’ s top teams to retain the title he claimed in such style last year.


The world beater


Rally win for John Meadows, who


lives in West Brad­ ford and runs a local accountancy prac­ tice, was co-driving in the Mitsubish i works team, along with long-term part­ ner, Kenjiro Shino- zuka, in the Mitsubi­ shi Galant VR-4. Cover ing t h o u ­


sands of miles, over varying terrain, the


(128.55p), other light to 128.Sp (110.2p), medium to 122.2p (1 10.2p), heavy to 115.2p (I(H;.4p). Steers: Continental lig h t


made to 122.Sp (108. Ip ) , medium to 125.2p (100.2j>), heavy to 124.8p (100.2p), other light to UOp (00.7p), medium to 100.2p (07.4p), heavy to !02.0p


made to 124.2p (1 12.4p) medium to 121.2p (110.Op), heavy to 111.8p (107.2p), other light"to 105.2p (101.4p), medium to 105.2p (100.2p), heavy to 104.2p (07.0p). Heifers: Continental light


to 142.5p (125.7p), medium to 147p (120.Ip), heavy to 145p


An only child, his mother was originally from Wad­ dington and the family returned to the area when he was a young boy. He attended Clitheroe


Royal Grammar School, where he also met his future wife, with whom he maintained correspon­ dence during the war. Posted to the Far East


The village was identi­


Lancashire County Coun­ cil’s Highways and Trans­ portation Committee met to discuss proposals which, if agreed, could be imple­


mented this month. In a report, councillors


Yesterday, members of


were told that drivers who had been travelling at speeds of up to 60 m.p.h. had difficulty slowing to the speed limit and, as a result, a high proportion of spetfd-related accidents had been recorded, par­ ticularly on the western


approach. The measures proposed include “gateways," com­ prising signs and local nar­ rowing, central hatched markings edged in “vibra- line,” improved signing and a mini roundabout. In addition, the existing


30 m.p.h. speed limit is to be extended on the west­ ern approach — from Gis­ burn auction mart — to c o in c id e w i th th e “gateway.” It is also intended to provide a series of rumble strips on both approaches, to be laid in April when climatic con­ ditions should be more suitable. Monitoring of the initial


speed limits in 1991, Mr Malcolm Rifkind, then Secretary of State for Transport, decided against


making any changes to the national speed limits, blit


proposals should be car­ ried out during December. Following a review of


identified two areas where work should be carried out. They were the prob­ lem of speeding traffic through tlie country’s vil­ lages and a review of cri­ teria for local speed limits. A special group was


as a flight engineer with the Royal Air Force air rescue service, he pro­ posed to her while sta­ tioned in India and the couple were married only 10 days after he returned to civilian life. Mr Hargreaves, who


established, the Village Speed Control Working Group, and a final report is to be made by May next year. • A study is being car­


started his working life before the war in the office at Bold Venture Quarry, became employed on his return in the office at what was then ltibble Cement, where he eventually became cashier. Forced to retire in 1968


(80p). Cows: tirade 1 made to 02.8p


rally is a test of skill, strength and stam­ ina and John's dou­ ble suc ces s ju s t goes to show his s t a n d i n g in the w o r l d as a t o p co-driver. There will be a


special feature all about John’s suc­ cess in next week’s Clitheroe Advertiser and Times.


due to ill-health, he and his wife began to spend much of their time travel­ ling in a touring caravan. For the last 13 years of


(00.51p). tira d e 2 to 02.2p (8 4.op), Grade 2 to 855.8p (70.0p), feeding to S2.2p (72.7p). Mature bulls made to 120p


(I02.5p). Lambs: Light made to 77.2j


(04.4p), standard to 70.Ip (70p), medium to 80.2p (00.2p), heavy


to 72.0p (Oo.Op), overweight to 50p. H alf-b re d ewes made to


£550.20 (£25.40), horned to £552.80 (£ 17 .05 ) , rams to £40.80 (£28.50). There were 1,750 lambs and


(1 0 1 .25p), heavy to lOOp (150.5p). Cows weighing 2!0kg made to 170p and those weigh­ ing 2550kg to 140p.


C a r s d a m a g e d


TH R E E e a r s were damaged in a spate of van­ dalism at Calderstones Hospital, Whalley, on Fri­ day. Thieves broke quarter


lights on a Nissan Blue­ bird, Fiat Uno and Suzuki Swift saloon, stealing a ra­ dio-cassette player, valued at £100.


T a v e r n r a i d


THIEVES raided Owd Ned’s Tavern, Milton Road, Milton, between 2- 35 and 5 a.m. on Monday, Stealing the contents of various video machines and causing £100 worth of damage.


Top awards for local Scouts


mony, at Stonyhurst College, took place in the presence of the Rib- ble Valley Mayor, Coun. John Travis. The Special Scouts' Awards Certificate was presented to Simon Holt (St Mary Magda­ lene's Scouts); Donald Itighy (2nd Whalley); Andrew Tolson (1st Pcndle); Nathanial Marsdcn and Adam Draper (1st Rowland).


RIBBLE VALLEY Scouts received spccinl Scouting awards from the High Sher iff of Lancashire, Mr Keith Mayhcw. The awards c e re ­


A t a s t e o f h o w J i g s a w P a n t r y o p e r a t e s


four cast cows forward at the beacon Electronic Auction. Standard lambs made to 105.5p, medium to 105p


ried out in the village into future traffic needs, to assess whether there is a case for a bypass.


Council tax details out soon


his life, they owned a static caravan on the Fylde. He also enjoyed spending time with his four grandchildren, who live at Siddows Farm, Clitheroe. Mr Hargreaves is sur­


vived by his wife, Hylda, and two daughters, Miss Kathleen Hargreaves and Mrs Carole Roberts.


£ 1 1 ,0 0 0 t h e f t


THIEVES struck on the A59 at Gisburn, stealing a^ Ford tractor and blue Stone tra i le r , valued together at £11,000, as well as smashing the win­ dows and destroying the wiring on two JCB dig­ gers, causing £700 worth of damage.


P r o p e r t y s t o l e n


PROPERTY valued in total at £900 was stolen from a house in Beverley Close, Clitheroe, including four watches, a pair of cuff-links, a pair of silver- plated salt and pepper shakers and a mounted


F o r c a t t l e


PLANNERS at the Rib­ ble Valley Council have approved an application for a proposed extension to the existing building at Hookcliffe Farm, West Lane, Downham, for the feeding and housing of young cattle.


B u s s h e l t e r


A NEW bus shelter in. Bashall Eaves has been approved by members of tne Ribble Valley Coun­ cil's Planning Committee. It will be sited at the


village hall playground in Clitheroe Road.


G u y c e r t a i n l y g r o w s o n y o u


THIS time next year there might be more


“little ’un,” if her plans to construct a 15-foot giant go ahead next year. Since 198S, Mrs Gudgeon, who has raised well


than bonfire rockets reaching for the sky. A 10-foot Guy Fawkes made for tonight’s Clith­ eroe bonfire by Mrs Hazel Gudgeon could be a


over £10,000 (luring the past 10 years for the Brit­ ish Kidney Patients’ Association, has been con­ structing Guys and her hobby has taken off some­ what as she has increased their height each year,


o fu


EVERY household in the Ribble Valley is to receive an introductory letter about the new council tax this week. A spokesman for the


Ribble Valley Council tax department said the let­ ters explained who would be liable for paying the tax and provided details about discounts and exemptions available. The spokesman said


under new regulations the council had to decide who was responsible for the tax. He explained that in a family of three, for exam­ ple, where each member had been (laying the com­ munity charge indivi­ dually, liability would be given to the father. He noted that whoever was deemed responsible


had the option to cancel any direct debit orders and choose a n o th e r method of payment. He said direct debit


orders belonging to other individuals in the house­ hold would automatically cease when the council tax comes into effect next April. The spokesman said


.what tax band their prop­ e r ty is in by e a r ly December, with details about actual bills for each band being sent out in January or February.


every household should receive information about


needs regular kidney dialysis,- and-other-unembers • of the family, Guy has g this year’s 10-foot version.


Assisted by with her 30-year-okl son,- Alan,- who njfo p


C l a s s i c w e s t e r n


ALREADY dubbed a classic western, Clint Eas­ twood’s latest creation, “Unforgiven,” comes to Clitheroc’s Civic Hall Cin­ ema this week. The film, which also


stars Morgan Freeman, Richard Harris and Gene Hackman, will run from tomorrow for a week.


guests, many of whom had contributed to the setting up of the project. Jigsaw Pantry is a community business and a vocational training


A HUGELY auccesslul open evening was hosted by the Jigsaw Pan­ try at the Starkie Arms Hotel, Clilheroe. A super buffet of various dishes was on offer to the assembled


and work experience project for people with disabilities. The enter­ prise recognises the need for disabled people to have the oppor­ tunity to take part in an integrated workforce. Its work is concen­


expanding the business in wholefood catering. Although the organi­ sation is looking for town centre premises, it is currently based at Trinity Youth and Community Centre, in Parson Lane, Chtheroc. Jigsaw Pantry is funded by Lancashire County Council, Lancashire


trated in tlie catering industry in Clitheroe and the Ribble Valley. The project aims to provide trained staff for the area, as well as


Enterprises pic, and the European Social Fund. Anyone who would like to make a donation to the project or find out more about it should contact the Trinity centre.


Guy," said Mrs Gudgeon.-s^KmanageaStoYget^ai? large pair of trousers which fitted his Jong’legs'v after 1 let the turn-ups down and my husband and ’• (laughter helped to stuff him.


“All the family were invofyfed rin^hei^g-'iSditeJ as“But next year we are hoping to build a Guy half 1 big again.”


fire will be able to witness Guy meet his usual’ sticky end.


Saturday, raised £107.36 for the kidney appeal Visitors to tonight’s Chtheroe Castle Fields bon­


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