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Postal pub in national spotlight


LOCAL MB Nigel Evans told the whole country about the “Swan with Two


Necks” public house at Bendlotoii — during an adjournment debate in the House of Commons on the retention of rural post offices. Mr Evans made mention


A NEW publication is being distributed to residents and visitors in the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.


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vides useful information about countryside conser­ vation services available in the AONB, contacts and opportunities for involve­ ment in volunteer work, as well as news about guided walks and e v en ts for spring and summer. The newsletter carries a


Friendship renewed after


30 years


TWO friends will be reun­ ited after 30 years, thanks to the “Clitheroe Adver­ tiser and Times." Last week we put in an


appeal from former college le c tu re r Mr Frederick N e u e r , w h o se w ife , Elfriede, wanted to trace h e r lo n g - lo s t f r ie n d Muriel, who used to live in the area and married a


Mauritian. A delighted Mr Neuer


of the pub, which acts as the village post office, in an effort to add weight to his arguments for rural post offices to stay open. He told Barliamentary


pull-out section with the re su lts of a household questionnaire carried out la s t y e a r . Many who replied to the survey expressed their views in writing and a selection of those replies, covering a wide range of topics, is included. L a n c a sh i re County


colleagues: “The opening hours of some village post offices in my constituency have been greatly reduced over the years. The hours have been so contracted in one rural post office that one wonders if it is worth remaining open. “In another village, the


/Meanwh "ile . . .


Council chairs the Forest of Bowland AONB Advi­ sory Committee, which takes in the six district councils of Lancaster, Rib- ble Valley, Pendle, Pres­ ton, Wyre and Craven,


along with the National Rivers Authority, the Countryside Commission,


post office operates from the pub. It is in Pendleton. The pub is the “Swan with Two Necks.” Customers have to go to the pub for their postal requirements. That is an imaginative compromise.”


Prompt action


A MAN was arrested by police a f te r a T -sh ir t valued at £8.1)9 was stolen from the Oxfam Shop in Market Place, Clitheroe. A police spokesman said


English Nature and repre­ sentatives of farming and landowning interests. P ic tured is Mr Ron


D e f e a t e d — b u t h o p i n g t o f i g h t


f o r a n o t h e r s e a t


DEFEATED but, ready to fight another day — th a t ’s the message from Labour’s Ron I'ickup, a f te r losing his Clitheroe division se a t to the


Pickup, chairman of the Forest of Bowland AONB Advisory Committee, receiving his copy of the newsletter from Forest of Bowland AONB officer Mr Don McKay (left).


Resounding success


a m a n w a s q u i c k 1 y detained and dealt with for the offence, thanks to the prompt reporting of the in c id e n t and a good description given by staff at the shop.


Mountain bike


AN Emmelle mountain bike valued at £l!).r> was stolen from West Bradford playing fields. The bike had" a green and black rear wheel.


THE annual Life Boat Week in Clitheroe and surrounding villages has been a resounding success, ra is in g £1,941.42 for national funds, says secre­ ta r y Mrs E l iz a b e th Rowntree. There were house-to-


Liberal Democrats in the county council elections.


snatched the scat from the Conservatives in a close contest four years ago, says he intends to main­ tain his links with the County Labour group anil is hoping for an oppor


M i- P i c k u |>, \v h o


county councillor over the past lour years. “He has done a tremen­


dous job for the town in fighting for such things as


nursery provision and as chairman I would like to thank him for all the work


lunily to fight again for his he has done.” party as soon as possible, Describing the election p e rh a p s in a n o th e r campaign, Mr Parker said: division.


Lingfield Avenue, With- s t a r te d , b e c au se th e eroe, is no longer deputy Liberal Democrats were f in an c e ch a irm a n a t riding on a bandwagon, County Hall, lie said he after winning the Ribblus- would'continue as trea- dale Ward in the borough of th e County council elections a lew


Although Mr Pickup, of b e fo re we re a l ly got “R was an uphill struggle


BARKER — WEBB


house collections, dona­ tions from factories and workshops and a stre e t collection in Clitheroe. Eighteen committee mem­ bers, assisted by several helpers, were responsible for more than 50 collection boxes. “The response from


s u r e r Labour Parly and would still have some influence oil the p a r ty 's policy sub-committee. He is also hoping for a


directorship of Lancashire Enterprises, the council’s trading arm, which is dedi­ cated to creating and sav- I'’*1, Uio deputy finance ing jobs in the county.


both Clitheroe and the vil­ lages has been fantastic,” said Mrs Rowntree.


to Mr Pickup’s work as a group.”


P r o m o t i n g a c t i v e i m a g e f o r


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TAURUS (Apr 21 - Ma y20) ......


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Some encouraging news arrives out ol the blue concerning someone you care lor. What makes the start ol the week brighter than usual and what comes to your aid in almost anything you do? Call me tor the answers.


GEMINI (May 2 1 - Ju n e 20) 0 8 9 1 7 8 9 2 1 0


Whafs your greatest asset over the coming days and what might you expect to soon come your way? Your imagina­ tion is useful in working-concerns. Call me for a more in-depth forecast.


CAN CER (June 21 - July 20) 0 8 9 1 7 8 9 2 1 1


t Whose ideas should you seriously consider and whal l might pay oil when it comes to money’ Perseverance helps, as the week ends. Call me lor more helnlul advice.


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Expect a hetic week ahead. Yet there's the chance to establish a warm rapport with someone close. Why shouldn't you keep your nose to the grindstone all week long? Call me and I'll say.


IRGO (Aug 22 - Sept 22) 0 8 9 1 7 8 9 2 1 3


i Someone wants to tell you something very personal. This is a time when you'll get further faster it you listen to others. Call me lor a more in-depth forecast.


LIBRA (Sept 2 3 -O c t 22) 0 8 9 1 7 8 9 2 1 4


Your energy levels are soaring. Be sure to spread your optimism around. What might you discover in the week-, end? Call me lor the answers and much more.


>IO(Oct2 3 -N o v 22) HI say._______ SAGITTARIUS (Nov 2 3 -D e c 20) 0 8 9 1 7 8 9 2 1 6


How might you achieve a lot over the week ahead? Com­ munication is easier than it has been ol late. Travel is favoured in the weekend. Call me (or a more in-depth


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DPRICORN (Dec 2 1 - Jan 19) 0 8 9 1 7 8 9 2 0 5 You're happiest when sharing company rather than being on your own. It’s worth reconsidering advice received about money matters. How might someone else’s slight misfortune benefit you? Call me for the answers.


ARIUS (Jan 2 0 -F e b 18) longer forecast 3ISCES (Feb 19; Mar 20) 0 8 9 1 7 8 9 2 0 7


nuunumi iw.— Loving relationships and even business parternships come f f lIS g p y a under helptul aspects. Why shouldn't you overload your schedule this week and why should you aim to do things in


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FORMER Ribhle Valley Mayor Coun. John Travis has presented a retiring gift of £5,500 to 10 differ­ ent charities, ranging from a local canoe club to a youth jazz band. During his last days in office, Coun. Travis


Lancashire Youth Jazz Orchestra, Kibble Valley Guide Division, East Lancashire Scouts and Trin­


revealed the fruits of countless coffee mornings and other events over the last year. Among those present for the cheque presenta­


tions was Miss Margaret Vinten, who accepted a donation on behalf of Derian House Children’s Hospice Appeal.


Cheques were also presented to Christie Hospital . ■ .


Women’s Trust Fund, the Clithcroc and District Scout and Guide Canoe Club, Ocean Youth Club,


sentation with his wife, Elizabeth, to the Stroke Association, which has special significance for Mrs Travis, who is a volunteer with the Rochdale


Royal Grammar School for travel scholarships given to sixth-form pupils.


group. Another contribution was made to Clithcroc


Coun. Travis and his wife arc pictured with representatives of the different organisations.


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V i c t o r i a n a g e


A Stylish range of 26 individual shops reminiscent of


London's Covent Garden Meet


DON ESTELLE Saturday, 29th May and Monday, 31st May 'Lofty' of "It ain't 'alf hot mum"


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DISABLED drivers in the Rihble Valley are being urged to get behind the wheel of a national competition aimed at promoting a positive, active image for disabled motorists. Any disabled driver and holder of an orange


weeks ago. Although we lost, we still put in a very creditable performance, polling 1,577 votes in what used to be a Conservative divison. “The sad tiling for Clith- eroe is that the town has


Labour party chairman Mr t*il and gained a represen- Barrie Parker paid tribute LaliveJVom a minority


Meanwhile, Clitheroe Kt;oU]> on the county coun- chairman for the ruling


There were 20 physioth­ erapists at the wedding of Miss Victoria Webb and Mr Lee B a rk e r a t St Michael and St John’s ItC Church, Clitheroe. The bride and bride­


Planning in the


pipeline


groom are both physioth­ erapists, who met while working in Manchester. The bride is the daugh­


ter of Mr J. Webb and Mrs L. Webb, belli of Clith­ eroe, while the bride­ groom is the son of Mr P. Barker, of Whaliey, and Mrs M. L e v e n s , of


father, the bride wore an olT-the-shoulder gown of ivory satin, with a bow and short train. She had a short veil and carried a sheaf bouquet of irises, lilies, cream tulips and broom.


Lancaster. Given away by her


badge is eligible to enter the Response Disabled Driver of 1993 contest, which is part of the RAC’s “Driving for the Still-Able Campaign.” A written postal quiz will be followed by six


a physiotherapist, who wore’ a hyacinth-coloured d re s s , which she had designed herself. B e s t ill a n w a s M r


.H e r bridesmaid was Miss Sarah McManus, also


destination of his or her choice and all finalists will be given their own in-ear emergency telephones, with direct lines to the police and breakdown services. Entry forms are available by ringing 0272


regional, practical driving heals, before a final at Castle Donnington, Leicestershire, oil September ltith. Tlie winner will receive a £2,500 holiday to the


AN application to build a now classroom, a kitchen and a chair s to r e , a t G isb u rn P r im a ry S c h o o l , a r e am o n g th o s e received by the Kibble Valley Council's Planning Department (number Others include: C l i th e ro e : Demolition of a


s to re and erection of a house and g a rag e a t 2 Waddington


Road (02!M). Kreetion of a fibreglass .elec­


trical kiosk at Knunck Knowles Pumping Station, Waddington


Road (0297). Replacement of a garden shed


wiLh a detached garden shed at 1 Claremont Avenue (0201). Outline application for a resi­


dential unit a t Park Mill, Wad­ dington Road (03(M). M i l l in g to n : E x te n s io n of


existing lay-by to provide park­ ing for six cars and the rebuild­ ing of a existing stone wall at Millington Moor P la n ta t io n , Moor Lane (021)0). Mollon-by-Mowland: Conver­


sion of a redundant barn to form a single dwelling a t Coars Kami, Fo res t Meeks Mrow, Wiggles- worth <()2 !«). Chipping: Erection of a dou­


Wayne Barker, the bride­ groom's b ro th e r , and ushers were Mr Ian Bloas- dale, the bridegroom’s uncle, and Mr Ian Webb and Mr David Webb, the bride's brothers. The ceremony was per­


formed by F r Joseph Wareing and organist was Mrs Helen Crompton. A reception followed at


73117” or sending a stamped addressed enve­ lope to RAC Itespon.se Disabled Driver of the Year Competition, 30 Whileladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 2LG.


St Michael and St John’s Social Centre. After a honeymoon in the Cols- wolds, the couple are to live in Manchester.


ble garage to replace existing w oo den s h e d s , a t H olyoke House, Loud Mritlge (02111). Kimington: Erection of con­ servatory a t Mack Stopper Lane


said: “About half-a-dozen people phoned us following the article, as they knew of the family. Then Mrs C a th e r in e C la rk e , of Whaliey, rang us and was instrumental in our tracing these people. She gave us Muriel’s mother’s address and phone number, as she used to work for her and still keeps in touch.” As luck would have it,


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Muriel happened to be staying at her mother’s at the weekend when the N e u e r s ra n g h e r in Camberley. Mr Neuer said: “Mr


Soobiah was for many years the High Commis­ sioner for Mauritius, based in London. He and Muriel have now retired to Spain and live in Malaga.” When the Soobiahs are


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next in th e North of England, they intend to visit the Neuers who, in turn, have been invited to Spain. Muriel’s maiden name


was Kay and the family lived in Chatburn.


Helpline for gay advice


AN East Lancashire Les­ bian and Gay Helpline hits been launched. The service, staffed by


volunteers, is the first of its kind in the area and will operate for two eve­ nings a week. The switchboard will


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helpline said: “In small towns like ours in East Lancashire there is often nowhere to turn for people coming to terms with their sexuality. They will now be able to ring us and know there is someone to t a l k to w h o w i l l understand.” The helpline number, h ie h w i l l op c r a t e


Window damage


A SHOWROOM window 12 feet square at Dootson’s Garage, Edisford Road, Clitheroe, was smashed by vandals on Friday night. The cost of the damage is estimated at £1,000.


(0200). Simonstonc: Erection of con­


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(0202). Whalley: Alteration of condi­


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