ClUheroe 422324 (Editorial), 422323 (Advertising), Burnley 422331 (Cl.salEed), vnyw.easllancsne'es.oo Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, September 30th, 1999


Vicar sets record straight over his views on


adoption by gay couples


A T OOAL vicar savs he wants to set the record straight because some peo- pie


from a report in another newspaper that he endorsed


homosexuality........... „„„appy with the report, In a stop press bulletin


in his parish magazine, the Rev. Rodney Nicholson, of St Paul's Church, Low Moor, says th a t he was


which quoted him in a story on a decision made by the Children's Society to accept gay couples'


applications to adopt. In his original article, Mr


Nicholson urged parishes not to withdraw their sup­ port for the charity because


of the decision. In his later item, Mr


Nicholson writes that, whilst’ there is nothing strictly inaccurate with the report, the implication is misleading if it gives the impression that he is happy with homosexual activity. This is, he points out, cer­ tainly not the case. He adds: "When it comes


Model pupils prove a hit for schoolfunds


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to adults in so-called same- sex relationships, I would rather avoid asking too many questions about their private lives. Of course, marriage is what God intends for most people, yet human beings are not as simple as is sometimes made out. I t is easy to^be judgmental and I do think that society has traditional­ ly been obsessed with sexu­ al sins, whilst ignoring other sins, which are equally seri-


ous." Mr Nicholson stands by


his support for the Chil­ dren's Society, which he emphasises is putting the best interests of children first in considering adop­ tion and fostering requests from gay couples. He refers parishioners to an article he wrote for the diocesan newsletter, "The See", which sparked the original newspaper report and in which he summarised the


charity's case.


W in n e r s a t th e b r id g e c lu b


WINNERS on Monday at the meeting of Clitheroe Bridge Club were: N/S - Mr R. Atkinson and Mrs P Holden, Mrs M. Butler and Mr P Roche. E/W - Mrs J. Bailey and Mr C. Pollard, Mrs K. Higson and Mrs J.


Bowker. On Thursday winners


were: N/S - Mr C. Pollard and Mrs B. Pollard, Mrs J. Martindale and Mrs J. Bai­ ley. E/W - Mrs B. Tatton and Mr J. Renton, Mrs K. Higson and Mrs I. Park.


Rocking to sounds of the ’60s


PARENTS and friends of Gisburn CE Prima­ ry School danced the night away to the sounds of the '60s — and raised £400 for school


funds. The Strong Beer Band,


of Skipton, played for dancing at the night of nos­ talgia held at Stirk House Hotel, where a pie-and- peas supper was also on the


programme. Mrs Janette Pate, chair­


man of the Friends of Gis­ burn School, which organ­ ised the event, said some 130 people attended, adding: "It was a resound­ ing success. The profits will be spent on buying books for the pupils." Our picture shows par­ ents and friends taking a break from dancing.


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East Lancashire Newspapers would like to take this opporturdty to thank all sponsors; advertisers and helpers for supporting the Bridal Fayre.


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East Lancashire Newspapers vou to a wedding spectacular


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WEDDING days are wonderful and getting married should be


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memorable. But from the day you and your


partner decide to tie the knot to the moment you say "I do", there is a vast amount of forward planning required and some big decisions to


be made. Ensuring your special day will be


one to remember for all the right reasons takes a lot of time and effort and you will probably need all the help you can get: So to help take those wedding


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worries away, East Lancashire Newspapers, the publishers of this newspaper, has organised the 1999 Bridal Fayre, to be held at the Fence Gate Inn and Banqueting Centre at Fence on Sunday. Between 11-30 a.m. and 4 p.m., professionals from a wide range of


fields will be on hand to help and advise you about every single aspect of your wedding arrangements, right down to the finest detail. Exhibitors from confectioners and


photographers to beauticians and florists will be there to guide and assist you in making the best choice and to ensure your big day is perfect


in every way. Sponsored by Initiative Burnley,


Sunday's event promises to be a spectacular day out, with a variety of stands and exhibitions to keep visitors occupied.


■ Admission is fruepe and a ic f r and those who


attend will have the chance to view the award-winning Fence Gate for themselves. Renowned for its unri­ valled reputation for good food, hos­ pitality and service for well over a decade, the venue could be ideal for


your special occasion. "Bookings for weddings in the


year 2000 are in excess of our expec­ tations, which we feel is due to the popularity of the venue," said gen­ eral manager Mr Stephen Pope. The Topiary Brasserie, which is


widely acclaimed for the quality and presentation of modern and English cuisine will be open, as it is at lunchtimes and evenings seven


days a week. Deciding what to wear is one of


the major dilemmas facing bride and bridegroom, but the Bridal Fayre is tailor-made to help with


such quandaries. Fashion shows have been planned


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CRGS sixth form centre evacuated


A FAULTY light fitting led to the evacuation of CRGS Sixth Form Centre, Clitheroe, on Thursday. The fitting was in an


unoccupied language teach­ ing classroom and a passing pupil noticed smoke and raised the alarm. Pupils, teachers, catering


and other ancillary staff filed out and lined up in the yard at the front of the building as Clitheroe fire­ fighters isolated the smoul­ dering fitting. Melting insu­ lation caused a pungent smell but the incident was


soon over. "All the correct proce­


dures were carried out quickly and smoothly and there was no danger to any­ one," said a spokesman for Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service. "Had the fault occured when the room was occupied it would have been seen at once."


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