ST MARY’S HALL STONYHURST SCHOLARSHIPS


11+ entry Scholarships for boys and girls will be held on


SATURDAY 15 NOVEMBER 1997 MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP


We would also be pleased to receive applications for a MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP


OPEN MORNING SATURDAY 8 NOVEMBER 1997


For further information please contact: The Headmaster, St Mary’s Hall, Stonyhurst, Lancs BB7 3PU


Tel: 01254 826242 Fax: 01254 826382 Charity forRC purposes No 230165


Firework age raised to cut illegal sales


IN a bid to halt the sale of illegal fireworks to young people, the legal age limit for buying them has been increased from 16 to 18


years. The Divisional Police


Crime Prevention Depart­ ment states that police will have no hesitation in prose­ cuting any retailer found selling fireworks to people apparently under 18 years old. In the weeks prior to November 5th, police will be acting on information received from members of the public and making ran­ dom checks on retailers. In a number of changes to


Learning difficulties group


AN a s so c ia t io n which lelps people with learning


difficulties to live indepen­ dently from their families : ias been praised by bor­


ough councillors. The Castle Supported Housing


consumer practice, fireworks must conform to British Standards, fireworks other than rockets designed to be projected from a mortar tube are not to be supplied to members of the public, the splitting of retail boxes of fireworks is prohibited as are certain bangers and fire­ works with erratic flights.


STONYHURST.: COLLEGE AND


ST. MARY’S HALL J s - - ’


Stonyhuist College is a Roman Catholic Jesuit boarding and day school for boys 13-18


, ' ' and for Sixth Form girls which is pleased to receive enquiries ‘ from other Christian denominations


. In 1999 Stonyhurst will* be a fully co-educational school. OPEN MORNING SATURDAY,


„ “ 8 NOVEMBER 1997


Association, which is a commu­ nity-led group, provides sup­ port for people with special needs by putting them in touch with housing associations who will provide specially adapted housing and help them to find


jobs. Representatives from the CSHA


gave a talk a t the recent Ribble Valley Borough Council Housing Committee meeting to highlight the current situation in the area. One of the speakers, Mrs Kathy Ire­ land, who has a son with learning dif­ ficulties, said: ‘‘My 25-year-old son


comes in for council praise Mother tells of how her son benefited by being given a chance to lead normal life


by Vicky Carlin


left home two years ago and it is very hard for parents to let them go. They have to try and treat their children like adults instead of children and there is no end to what they can do once they get the chance to lead a


CSHA and it is hoped that all of them will he able to live independent­


normal life.” She continued: “It is very hard for these young people to see their sib­ lings learn to drive, get a job or leave home and they wonder why they can’t do any of these things. They have got to be given the chance.” There are already houses in Pendle­


’ Association has recently built two specially adapted homes in the area. There are 20 young people in the Ribhle Valley connected with the


Digging to save di


ton Brook, Bawdlands and Eastmoor Drive in Clitheroe for young people and it is hoped that more can be built in the future. West Pennine Housing


who has been connected with the scheme from the start, said: “I think the work that is done is absolutely superb. I t is a great project and I would recommend that all of you here should go along and see how well these young people cope.” The council has pledged to assist young people with learning difficul­ ties who live independently. Chief Executive Mr David Morris said: "There may he problems with hous­ ing benefits in the future, hut it is hoped that the council will be able to provide additional resources and work with other associations already in the area to integrate people into


ly in the future. Coun. Charles Warkman (Mellor),


the community.”


his parish, St Paul’s, Low Moor, Mr Nicholson says tha t the unnecessary nature of the deaths of three people has almost been glossed over. “Had she been killed by a landmine, there would have been something noble about her death. But her death was just as absurd as if someone had been killed joyriding around the back streets of Newcastle. And she a non-drinkerl “I hope the posters about


Writing in the magazine of


been different.” . Goodwill has come from


the tragedy and a new warmth may well charac-


terise the Royal Family* “The charities could gain


more by her death than by her life. And the public re­ action showed that people do respond—massively to goodness and compas­


sion.


drink-driving this Christ­ mas picture Diana and her companions. Of course, if they had worn seat belts, the outcome might have


Diana showed a spiritual vacuum in many people s lives. Sad as we are, we worship not Diana the queen of hearts, but Christ the king of hearts. “I was a little disappoint­


“Third, the adulation ot ’ ,


ed that the funeral service in Westminster Abbey did


not have more of an invita­ tion to turn to Christ, who


alone can give eternal life. # Many residents of Low Moor were unhappy th a t


planning permission was granted for some new hous­ es in the area. Mr Nichol- son says that it has been a controversial issue, and •


recognises the concerns which have been expressed. "But when the houses are


occupied, we shall natural­ ly welcome the newcomers into the parish and in some cases I hope, into the church as well.” . «


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How to help A Cappella singers


CHARITIES or churches


seeking a musical route to < their 1998 fund-raising are


c.tnall: admisslons@Stonyhurst.ac.uk (Charily No 230165)


’QUALITY & SERVICE YOU CAN RELY ON WITH "INSURANCE GUARANTEE’’


being invited to contact the A Cappella Singers, who have just appointed a new music director. Liverpudlian Mr Chris McElroy, a music student at Huddersfield Univeristy and an experienced choral conductor, will lead the ,


DIGGING to save Britain’s disappearing pondlife, local conservation volunteers wallowed


in the mud of Worston Common. They spent three days creating a pond on the common as


part of a national campaign to replace watery wildlife habitats, over two thirds of which have disappeared this


century. Among those donning wellies to encourage pondlife


species such as dragonflies, frogs, toads and newts hack to Worston were, pictured from the left, British Trust for Conservation Volunteers (BCTV) project officer Debo­ rah MacDonald, Gay Perry, Joanna and Naomi Ken­ neley, Simon Perry, Robin Kenneley, BTCV volunteer Mick Spence, Nick Kenneley, Jonathan Walker, BCTV volunteers Richard Limb and Chris Burfitt, Petri Ver Poppel, Sam Kenneley and Sam and David Biggs.


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Step Into Nelson & Colne College


are holding OPEN NIGHTS for prospective students 1 9 9 8 /9 9


Monday, October 13th, 1997, or Thursday, October 16th, 1997


7.00 p.m. Sports Hall, Reedyford______


Come along and see what Nelson & Colne College can offer YOU!


For further details phone: (01282) 440258 • Independent Roman Catholic Day School for boys and girls


OAKHILL COLLEGE WHAIXEY


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OPEN EV EN IN G Tor a ll departments Wednesday. October I5 th , 6.30 jn n n - 9.00 p.rn.


CORNS NURSERY AND RECEPTION CLASS i Give* your child a head start


* A stimulating, wide-ranging. eduMttenal environment for the developing child aged 2‘/ , - S years


► A secure, caring, family atmosphere • Nursery care facility open all year round


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PREPARATORY SCHOOL (5 - II YEARS) •


• Excellent standards within a caring community


• Transport available • AH denomination* welcome


SENIOR SCHOOL (I I - l< YEARS)


Traditional education with modem teaching methods • Good academic results . Wide nng e o f .d iv id e ,


• Speei.liB help t o children with .p e d . l need, Small classes and individual attention . . . — •


Exciting plan for complex


ANYTHING up to a million pounds may be spent on re-developing the Stephen Park com­ plex deep in Gisbum Forest at Tosside.


had a chequered existence in recent times - but now Knowsley Council for Vol­ untary Service has taken over the lease. I t plans to expand the whole site into one of the country’s leading countryside centres, with appropriate facilities. Officials are well aware


The historic farmstead has have to provide it.


that local farmers and other residents have had problems with some of the young people bussed into the area to stay at the house in recent years. But they emphasise that


untary Service officials have already met some local people to explain their plans, and are well aware of disquiet about the past. The area’s church maga­ zine has noted the position and the possible funding of up to a million pounds to become a centre for recre­ ation and education. “While wishing them well, there was some scepti­ cism,” says the magazine. The council, however, is


Knowsley Council for Vol­


their plans are far different. The complex, when fin­ ished, will be available for any organisation to hire. Ramblers’ groups, compa­ ny sports clubs, universi­ ties, churches, the list is a long one — and while it could include youth groups, they are expected to be only a part of the picture. There will be a resident


TRAVIS — ROWLEY


Simonstone bridegroom Mr William Anderson Travis flew transatlantic from his new home in America to marry in his local church. Mr Travis, president of a


management couple at Stephen Park. But if any particular group needs supervision, the hirers will


How about Setting


into the Ka free


for a whole


. For further information please contact: The Headmaster. Mr. PJ*. Mahon


Oakhlll College. Wlswell Lane. Whatley, Lancs. Tell (OIZM) 82JS46 to lh i l l Colleye i . . Rendered Ctority -h ie h e«i,i> lo provide n c l iry ed v c.i™


keep reading. NORTH WEST DEALERS


determined not to let the past blight the future, and is keen to make the best use of the site’s potential. \ Planning permission; has been granted for some ren­ ovation work at the farm­ stead, but big money grants are available for large imaginative develop­ ment plans and so one is now being drawn up for Stephen Park. Several experts have been consult­


ed to help.


untary Service officials are reluctant to discuss their plans in detail at the moment, but seem confi dent that money could be available. They say the local community will be kept informed, and that they can show there is no need for concern. However, the council’s hope that the area will welcome a big investment may he in vain — many residents would prefer no more attractions to lure yet more people in from miles away. • The development has no connection with one at the Board House at nearby Stocks Reservoir. This too is to he re-developed, but more as an educational rather than recreational | resource.


The idea will be to capi­ talise, in the best and most constructive way possible, on the unspoilt environ­ ment and recreational pos­ sibilities of the area. 1 Knowsley Council for Vol­


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New York-based British design agency, married Miss Sian Rowley at St John’s Church, Read. He is the son of Ribble Valley Borough councillor Mr John Travis, of Wood Terrace, Simonstone, and the late Mrs Valerie Travis. His bride, who also works


which was conducted joint­ ly by Canon Len Cragg and the Rev. Alan Reid, a reception was held at The Inn at Whitewell. The couple, who are hon­


Mr Alistair Dolan, Mr Chris Greenwood and Mr Jason McCheney. Following the service,


Chance of grants for community


groups C O M M U N I T Y


organisations are being encouraged to a p p l j r for grants under a speL rial county scheme. ,


i The Lancashire Environ- Imental Action Fund is part of a long-term strategy to meet' “green audit” requirements, said a report to members of the Ribble Valley Parish Council Liai­ son Committee. The kind of projects which could attract grants of up to £500 might include local exchange trading systems, community recycling pro­ jects, a cycle/parking scheme, parish maps, wildlife, play or picnic areas, tree-planting and new ponds. The report states: “Appli­


eymooning on safari in Africa, will return to New York to live. Photo: Simon Mooney, Attik, Huddersfield.


in New York as a public relations account manager, is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Rowley, of Durham. Given away by her mother, she wore a full-length ivory dress, complemented by a train and full-length veil, which was held in place by a pearl tiara. She was attended by bridesmaids Miss Paula


Brown and Miss Jo Slaven, who wore light blue Audrey Hepbum-style dresses, and by pages Masters Patrick Stephen Rowley, Freddie, Henry and Ben Jackson, Daniel and Nathan Moore and Max Rosenstein. The best man’s role was shared by Mr Jeremy Gra­ ham and Mr Tim Wilburn, who were supported by groomsmen Mr Stephen Rowley, Mr Neil Stubbs,


Theatre dates


CURTAIN raising begins on Monday for Ribhle Val­ ley Youth Theatre’s new production. All group members are expected to attend initial planning meetings and rehearsals for the show, which will he staged next March in Clitheroe Parish HaU. Following Monday’s get-


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together, subsequent 1997 meeting dates are as fol­ lows: October - 27th; November - 3rd, 17th, 24th; December - 8th,


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cants will be expected to bring in some resources themselves in the form of cash, labour or materials.” But it also points out that the local council may be able to help as well and money could he available from independent sources. Any properly constituted


group can apply for sup­ port to help a project.


group, whose singers are drawn primarily from the Ribble Valley and Hynd- bum.


their professionalism and quality performances, the A Cappella Singers’ New Year diary is already tak­ ing shape but there are still


Gaining a reputation for •


spring dates available, par­ ticularly in March. Further'details can be'


obtained from the singers’ chairman, Mis Anne Gray, on 01254 884401.. . Mr McElroy will make his concert dehut at Wilpshire Methodist Church on Fri­ day, October 24th. ■


Garage raided at Sabden


EQUIPMENT valued at more than £600 was stolen from a garage next to a house in Sabden. ■■ The burglars made off


cular saw was also taken from the property, in Padi- ham Road.


Give blood


BLOOD donor sessions are to be held a t Clitheroe Parish Hail,Church Street, next Thursday (October 16th), between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., and 5-30 p.m. and 7-30 p.m.


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