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Up, up and away!


“UP, up and away” was the theme of an exciting event held at Grindleton CE School, which finally came to an end in faraway Holland. At the end of the sum­


during the evening was a balloon race, something not tried by the group before. It was a huge suc­ cess, with 333 balloons


mer term, Friends of Grindleton School (FOGS) held a family fun evening to raise money towards a new stage unit. One of the many events


being released on the night. retOf th e 45 c a r d s


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loon was show to be that released for Mrs Frances Clark, of Clitheroe, which had been bought from 10- year-old Ryan Fawcett, a pupil at the school. The balloon floated all


urned, the winning bal­


village school, frequent fund-raising events are


winning balloon. As Grindleton is a small


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the way to Holland before being found and returned by J. Michielson, of Goe- densyd. Mrs Clark will receive £25 for her balloon having travelled the fur­ thest, the sender of the card will receive £10 and a delighted Ryan, of Ribble Avenue, £5 for selling the


TRADING was brisk at Clith­ eroe Auction Mart on Monday, where th e re was a much improved entry of clean cattle. Best heifers made well over


with best Suffolks and Texels up to 125.19p, and the majority selling around 117p. Ewes continue to be a good


down on last week, but there was a slight increase in trade for standard weight lambs. Their quality was very good, with mules and horned lambs evident. Best mules made to 117p,


99.50p (96.24p), heavy to 84.50p (84.50p), overall to 99.50p (93.30p). Heifers — Light to 123.5Up (123.50p), medium to llG.OOp (9G.73p), heavy to 98.50p (88.78p), overall to 123.50p (9G.23p). Traile for heavier lambs was


trade, with best mules returning in excess of £40 per head, best horned ewes around £35 and best Swales close to £10.


Granted ^ bail


of Wilson Street, Clith­ eroe, is charged with dan­ gerous driving. He is also charged with three other driving offences. Peter James Bortoft (18), of Petre Crescent, Rishton, along with a 17-ycar-old youth, are also charged with dangerous driving. The youth, who will also appear at crown court, cannot not be named for legal reasons. Blackburn magistrates


TWO men are due to appear at crown court fol­ lowing an accident in which two pedestrians were injured when a car mounted a pavement in Barrow. Paul Andrew Jones (21),


held to help buy equip­ ment for the school which would otherwise not be possible.


ised by FOGS will be a quiz night at the Duke of York Hotel, on November 13th.


The next event organ­


brain, go along and join in the fun. Tickets are avail­


If you fancy taxing your


120p and there was good compe­ tition in all sections. Prices: Steers — Medium to


to 112.50p (10 l.GGp), standard to 125.19p (llG.72p), medium to 124.5Gp (114.13p), heavy to 115.G5p (llO.lGp), overall to 125. Hip (lM.GGp). Ewes to £4(5.50 (£53.29). Hams to £40 (£40).Friday's market was well sup­ plied with lambs, mule girnmer lambs particularly being in abundance. Mule ewes at the end of their


to a pen of Texel ewes and the overall average was £53.21). Prices: Prime lambs — Light


The top price of £415.50 went


working life looked in very good demand, whether in lamb or not. Store lambs saw an improve­


ment, due no doubt, to the improved prime land* prices ami


: able from FOGS members


or school. So as not to leave the


children out, an activity a f te r n o o n has been arranged at Roeficld Lei­ sure Centre for pupils of the school. Looking to the New


Year, it is hoped to hold a disco at the Duke of York Hotel and a craft fair in the spring. Pictured is an excited


Ryan with a balloon and the winning ticket. (CAT 4322)


Clitheroe mart prices


the good grass situation. This year's sale of tups wiis


successful, with 9.VJ of animals selling and some extremely brisk trade.


larlv


A lot of fanners were particu- ly looking to buy better ram lanfbs and Suffolk shearlings.


Aged to IGOgns, shearlings to 2(»5gns, lambs to 325gns.


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Prices: Suffolks — Aged to 190gns, shearlings to 540gns, lambs limbs toJWOgns. Texels — Aged to 2h()gn is, shearlings to 340gns, lambs to 215gns. Charqlais


to JWOgn s,


xel 540gns,


I.eicesters were also in demand, with aged swales to loOgns and shearlings to 2b(>gns. BFL’s saw shearlings to 35(igns, while nun lambs made to ZSUgns..


Horned tups and Blue-faced


Happy ending for pets trapped underground


TWO dogs are safe at home after being t r a p p e d u n d e r ­ ground in ra b b i t holes for more than


six hours. Local man Mr Jon­


from Clitheroe then dug, with shovels and spades, for a further few ho ur s in an attempt to release the animals. When these efforts


athan Dobbs feared for his pets’ lives on Sun­ day. He dug frantically for two hours, with his friend, Mr Alan Boyer, to free them before calling expert help. Five fire-fighters


MP slams postal


threat THE Ribble Valley’s! MP attacked possible! C h r i s tm a s st r i ke action by post office! workers in an inter-! view on television’s ■ News at Ten on Tues-! day evening.


strike action as ridiculous; and called for the Post ■ Office’s monopoly on the; ma i l s e r v i c e to be, scrapped.


Nigel Evans described ■ ;


busiest time of the year; would result in a miserable , C h r is tm a s for many;


He said a strike at the. ; people.


due shortly to be balloted on C h r is tm a s s tr ik e , action. There has already; been a series of one-day, strikes during the la s t ; 12 months.


The MP was inter- • !


failed to bear fruit, they called a special unit from Chorley, who used thermal probes and sound sensors, to try to track the exact whereabouts of the


viewed at the House of! Commons which has just started a new session after : its summer break.


dogs, and they called in a JCB digger, from Dinsdale’s Plant Hire, in Clitheroe, to dig deeper and quicker. A s t h e light


Bridge club ; winners


deteriorated, and the hopes of finding the two dogs diminished, the fire-fighters called their incident support unit who used special lighting equipment to illuminate the area. Finally, the two dogs


WINNERS at Clitheroe i Bridge Club were as fol- ; lows. N/S: Mr J. Renton, and Mr Barrow," Mr G. Capstick and Mr L. Gar­ ner. E/W: Mr and Mrs J. Pawlicki, Mr and Mrs R.


Ward. The final of the Les Gar­


were pulled out, a little dazed and in shock, but g en e r a l ly in good health. The whole ordeal


started on Sunday morning. Mr Dobbs was walking his five- year-old Border Lake­ land terrier, Barney, and his five-month-old fell terrier, Penny, along a footpath to S w a n s i d e , n e a r


the dogs set off after a rabbit and disappeared down a hole.


Downham. At around 11 a.m.


Mr Dobbs by calling for Mr Boyer, who lives in Chatburn. Six hours later, the fire-fighters pulled out Penny, but


Two hikers helped


Barney was not freed until 7-15 p.m.


thought his dogs were going to die, had noth­ ing but praise for all the people who helped him. He said: “I am extremely grateful for everybody’s help. I would like to thank


Mr D o b b s , who


everyone who helped dig them out. I don’t know what I would have done without them.”


o f f i c e r Mr Da v e McGrath said: “There


Clitheroe fire station


is n o t h i n g mo r e rewarding than work­ ing for such a long


time, in such bad condi­ tions, and coming up with the goods.” Our picture shows


ner Individual Trophy was held recently and the joint winners were Mrs K. Hig-, son and Mrs B. Tatton, with Mr W. Norris placed


third. The winners of the


the two lucky terriers with their rescuers. On the left is leading fire­ fighter Dave Frankland with Barney and fire­ fighter David Under­ wood with Penny. (CAT 4337)


Busy evening for speakers


MEMBERS of Clitheroe Speakers’ Club enjoyed a busy and varied evening. President Mr Derrick


Holmes opened the meet­ ing and chairman Mrs Gene Holmes introduced a varied programme.


with readings of poetry and prose, with Mrs Mar­ garet Banks choosing an


The programme started extract from an essay


POLICE are appealing for information concerning the


Astra van theft


A WHITE Vauxhall Astra van, reg. No. E525 VNB and valued at £800, was stolen from outside a house in Edisford Road, Clitheroe.


agreed the case should be dealt with by the crown court. Committal proceed­ ings will take place on December 5th. The two men and the


y outh were granted unconditional bail.


S IN G IN G IN T H E T R A IN !


GUARANTEED to strike a note of approval with Ribblc Valley rail users is a barber-shop quartet which will be singing on trains this morning.


TUBBS of Colne


are proud to announce the opening of their second floor showroom, stocking: Pictures, Mirrors, Lighting, Occasional Furniture, Bridal Room (Wedding List Service)


SPECIAL OPEN DAY


Saturday, 2nd November 1996 Free refreshments.


Come along and view our fabulous range of stock


(10% off any purchase on the day) TUBBS of Colne


82 Albert Road, Colne, Lancashire Tel: (01282) 865745


CHILDREN NEED CARERS


Graham, Mathew,Lee, Christopher & Mohametl


Five children aged between 11 and 15 who arc waiting in Children’s Homes for families of their own.


Many other children have been successfully placed within families. Have you space in your life for any of these children? Providing those everyday things like time, love and a bit of fun. Extending their interests and introducing them to new ones.


If you arc interested in the challenges and joys of fostering one of these children, as many carers do already, or if you would like more information on other opportunities in fostering then ring: Doreen, Liz, Keith, Chris or Roger at the Pcndlc and Ribble Valley Family Placement Team.


01282 425961


quartet, Academy, has Blackburn to Clitheroe, attractions, been signed up by North- the 9-58 a.m. return from They will also have the West Regional Railways Clitheroe, the 10-59 a.m. opportunity to enter a to perform on selected Blackburn to Preston free competition with trains between Clitheroe, train and 11-47 a.m. plenty of prizes up for Blackburn and Preston, return from Preston. The grabs, such as Young This unusual initiative.quartet performed on P e r so n s , F am i ly or


The Lancashire-based 9-07 a.m tra in from top North-West tourist is to h e lp p rom o te trains on Saturday.


“Blackburn — it’s Hap- In addition to the sing- Our pic tur e shows pening” which take s ing, passengers will be Academy with passengers place this week.


Passengers can track them how to save money tion on Saturday. (CAT the quartet down on the at more than 30 of the 4284)


given lea f le ts te llin g at Clitheroe Railway Sta- GHOSTS GALORE


Thornber for the Clitheroe Committee of the Christie Hospital and Holt Radium Institute Women’s Trust, raised £1,100. The money will go towards research


pumpkin lanterns, cobwebs and other seasonal symbols and guests had a tombola, raffle, cake stall and various games to help them raise the money. A hot pot sup­ per and hot punch were provided. Organisers said everyone seemed to have thoroughly


and patient care. The house was decorated throughout with witches,


enjoyed themselves and the committee was delighted with the magnificent sum raised. The committee thanked everyone who had contributed to make the event such a success.


Car parking charges ©To reduce pollution and services, particularly the


ear traffic for environ- mental reasons. O To reduce long-stay


car parking in town centres to make room for shoppers, tourists and other essential short-term users. He continued: “There


buses, provide an ade­ quate alternative means of travel for those who need to make journeys into the towns for a whole variety of e s sen t ia l reasons, including shopping and work. “While I support the


are, however, two other aspects of the traffic man­ agement concept which require equal considera­ tion, especially in a rural area like Ribble Valley, and these seem to be miss­ ing from our policy. “The first is to ensure


SKELETONS in the driveway greeted 130 guests for a Hallowe’en Hassle held to raise money for Christie Hospital. The event, held at the home of Mr and Mrs Mark


THE funeral of a 19-year- old woman who died in a diving accident off the Australian coast has taken place in Tosside.


Diving accident


friends of Miss Jessica Richards travelled from the family home in Ley- burn, North Yorkshire, for the funeral at St Bartholomew’s Church on Thursday. She was later buried at the church at Dalehead.


Relatives and school


when diving off the Great Barrier Reef during an expedition with the Aus tralian Institute of Marine Science on October 8th.


Miss Richards died A mourner said that,


although- Miss Richards was not from the village, the funeral took place in Tosside because her family originates from the area.


that there is adequate long-term parking within easy walking distance of the* town centres for those who must use their cars for work purposes — oth­ erwise all that will happen is that the commuters will


take up the residents’


parking spaces. “The second is to ensure that the public transport


encouragement for short­ term parking in town centres for both environ­ mental and business rea­ sons, I urge the council to initiate specific action to address the other two parts of what should be its overall transport policy rather than just concen­ trating on the existing car parks and the amount of money that can be made from them. “We need to review car


parking outside the town centres, and we need to


ensure that the local bus services can provide suitable alternative to the private car.”


believed to have moved from the village at the age of four. An inquest into Miss


Her mother, Iris, is


Richards’ death is due to take place in Australia Blackburn Coroner’s Court has been informed about the death, but there are no immediate plans to open an inquest.


Jeans stolen


A PAIR of blue jeans, valued at £20, were stolen from a washing line at a house in Talbot Close, Clitheroe, between 2 and 2-15 p.m. on Tuesday.


Senior railcards.


blue stripes and contained various electrical tools,val­ ued together at £550.


The van had yellow and


e v o k i n g n o s t a l g i c Mrs Chris Carr eva- memories of the corner luated the readings, which Co-op shop.


an excerpt from “Pigs Mrs Dorothy Durham might fly” , by Derek entertained members with Woodhead, and Mr John an enthusiastic rendering Adey gave a splendid ren- of “The Lobster Qua- dition of “Upon Westmin- drille”. by Lewis Carroll, ster Bridge”, by William and Mr Kevin Crowther


Coleridge. Valuables stolen


theft of valuables from a car in Simonstone.


a red BMW with the regis­ tration number H16 BKR was parked in Harewood


At 8-15 p.m. on Sunday


Avenue. It had a blue cot­ ton jacket, valued at £175, and a Panasonic 'compact .disc player, valued at £150, stolen from it. At a similar time, a


Keith Waterhouse. Mr Stanley Blackburn


Mrs Sue Johnson read audience, were much enjoyed by the


Wordsworth, as well as chose a mouth-watering the firs t stanza of “Kubla passage from “The Theory Kh a n ” , by S a m u e 1 and Practice of Lunch”, by


followed with a prepared speech entitled “ Is it wise?”,which he is to pres­ ent at the North Pennine Area Speech Contest. He was praised by Mr Gordon Taylor for a well-r e - searched and thought- provoking address. General evaluator Mrs


number of youths were seen leaving Harewood Avenue on mountain bikes. Anyone who can help


Howell movement played on the same evening were Mrs J. Stubbens and Mr' H. Fielding, Mr J. Pollard and Mr B. Guha.


held on Monday and Thursday of each week at Waddow Hall, commenc­ ing at 7-15 p.m.


Meetings of the club are


All go on Pendle


C-XO p.in. and a re expected to last until the early hours of tomorrow mom- , ing. Clitheroe-bound traf- ; fie will diverted on to the ! A59. Also roadside parking .


one-way system over the hill, allowing traffic only to travel from Clitheroe to Sabden. The restrictions start at ■


H U N D R E D S a r e expected to gather on Pendle Hill for Hallowe’en celebrations tonight. Police will be imposing a


Post office workers are ■ !


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wi l l be n ot a l low ed between the cattle grid on , the Clitheroe side of the hill and Sabden village.


the police with their inquiries should call them on 01282 863161.


M argare t Wilkinson reviewed the evening, which gave both new and experienced members an opportunity to demon­ strate their vocal talents, The club next meets on


Monday at the Low Moor Reading Room at 7-30 p.m. Everyone welcome.


fgews from the Villages l!


NEWTON Luncheon


meeting of the Hodder council, Mr David Smal- Valley Luncheon Club at ley, on 01200 441162. Newton Village Hall on


Guest speaker at the the chairman of the parish


Wednesday was Mr G. BonflFS Braithwaite, of Clitheroe.


Leeming and Mr Roscoe. Farmers


Prizewinners were Mr E. Members of Grindleton Mis M. B i i g E S . ivirs u .


. ,, , arranging a village bonfire


to be held on Tuesday on the playing fields. The usual bonfire goodies will


vided by the Musettes pot, with pickled onions Band at the annual farm- and red cabbage, and hot ers’ ball, organised by dogs, followed by coffee Newton Village Hall com- and orange juice. The fire mittee and held on Friday will be lit at 7 p.m. and e v e n i n g . Ev e r y o n e there promises to be a enjoyed a supper of super firework display.


Dancing music was pro- be on sale including hot-


Party Pendleton WI president


Mrs Margaret Haworth


baked potato and rice, fol­ lowed by sweets. Raffle winners were Janet Carr, Mrs B. Pinder and Mrs Lawnsbrough.


GRINDLETON


Services A service of Holy Com­


■p.m. On Sunday, Parish Eucharist will be held at 9-30 a.m.


munion to commemorate the faithful departed of St Ambrose Church, Grindle­ ton, will be held on Satur­ day, All Souls Day, at 7-30


are being asked if they are interested in a part-time job running or helping to run the village sub-post office. Since the closure of the post office, Post Office Counters has been able to secure an offer of premises and in partnership with


Job offer Residents of Grindleton


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taken to the field during the weekend.


DUNSOP BRIDGE-


chicken casserole and Items for the fire can be and Whallev WI? tn fh* a^so Mrs Cicely Holden u„i™,


welcomed members and guests from Hurst Green


October meeting. After they sang Jerusa­


Tables There were 22 tables for ^


wick and Mr A. Marsden. A home-made pie and peas supper was served by duced Mrs A l i ! . u


MCs wore Mr W? Wors-


members and thanks were greaves, of Choriey ^wh" m”-m-^ers an<^ t*'e coac^ ated Christmas


ippI “ “worth intro- members, £10 for non­ il „


Ladies — Mrs B. Peel’ Mrs E. Clegg, Mrs f ! Jeffes. Gents — Mr W. Knowles, Mr H. Lofth^ ouse, Mrs M. Pike. Dominoes: Mr J. Oddie


Winners were: Whist, the Community Council of Bretherton, Mrs P. Oddie. Croft! Mrs GtV


W. Farnworth, Mr Ander- ton. Raffle: Mr G. Parker Mr Jim Pye, Mrs A


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decorations. The vote of Betty c X g t 6" by Mrs buffp\l0Wing 3 delicious


Mr A. Marsden, Mrs p] Oddie, Mr J. Pinder, Mr


s=,™~“= Snass,—


Winners of


J -e* Crabtree G


B l & S n V d S " The cost will be £5 for i V or


momK ’


will depart Clitheroe at 6- 30 p.m. and Hurst Green Memorial Hall at 6-40 p.m.


whist and domino drive were: Whist, Ladies — Mrs Ida Walker, Mrs Vera Duckworth. Gents —Mr Bill Knowles, Mrs Mary Jackson.


Prizewinners at the


son, Miss Joyce Ains­ worth, Mr Adrian Holden, Mr Henry Ainsworth. Raffle: Mr D. Moon, Mrs Evelyn Ridge.


Dominoes: Mr Bob Wil­ ~ . ,vvnauey w is to the wl?0 is recuperating in


lem, a business meeting . took place.


Clitheroe Hospital follow­ ing an accident.


Arrangements were


received from r S l ife“ I ? Hal1’ A tw o o d , to see w r ,„ —,1 ^ _._P'vnham the popular folk group


the annual whist and P * * °" December 12th. Any senfor eit^en who domino drive, organised


,to attead its Christmas “The'Houehton We»vpivf members have lives in the Clit.hernp area


Lancashire is looking for a local person to run the post office part-time. Anyone interested in this important role in the com­ munity is asked to contact


l! Range Rover


A BLUE Range Rover, ; valued at £6,500, was sto- ■ len from the car park at the Hog’s Head pub in King Str eet , Whalley, between 8 p.m. on Monday and 9-15 a.m. on Tuesday. The car’s reg. No. was ! B308 SFA.


RIMINGTON


Bonfire The Rimington and Mid-


Cowking, Mrs L. Dawson, Recreation Ground Char- P »t-mght g o o d ie s , and M,, M


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mvq n ity committee are busy contributions for this will v i i in , ,n h n n f i i -p be welcome.


dop bonfire will be lit at 6-45 p.m. on Saturday on the Coulthurst Jubilee Field, Rimington. There will be a Jacob’s join of


and Mrs Naylor. The annual general


meeting takes place at Pendleton village hall on November 19th. There will be a bathroom stall and a competition for a handmade Christmas decoration.


HURST GREEN


Welcome Members o f H u r st


Green Over-60s Club wel­ comed to the meeting Mrs Ethel Isherwood who has


once again regained her health. Get well wishes were


extended to members who are still indisposed and


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