10 Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, November 6th, 2003


News from the Villages


Christmas music' An evening of Christmas


music, carols and readings is planned by Whalley Christian Action Group. The event; to be held on


December 15th, from 7-30 p.m. in Whalley Abbey, will feature the Avenham Singers. Tickets cost £6.50p includ­


ing mince pies and mulled wine and are available from John Hudson on 01254 824481, Alan Bowles bn 823331 or Denis Cassidy on 822345. The advice from organisers


is to book early, as this is a very popular event.


York visit A shopping trip to York is


being planned by Whalley Parish Church on November 15th'. A coach will leave Whal- ley at 9 a.m. and leave York on the return journey at 4 p.m. Seats cost just £6.50p and can bo booked via Sylvia Ireland on 01254 822325. The excursion will raise


funds for the church, but you don't have to be connected with the church to go on the shopping trip.


Remembrance A Remembrance Day ser­


vice will be held in Whalley I'arish Church on Sunday at 10 30 a.m. followed by a parade to the war memorial for a wreath laying service at 11-15 a.m., leaving from The Square on Church Lane. A service will be held in liillington in the afternoon.


Armistice Day A uvo-minute silence will be


observed at Whalley War Memorial at 11 a.m. on Tues­ day, Armistice Day, which will be attended by staff and pupils of Oakhill College, Whalley.


Basra troops reunited with families


OUR lads are back from Iraq. After four months peace-keeping


and restoring law and order in Basra, the troops are home safe and well. A total of 500 soldiers from the


1st Battalion the Queen’s Lan­ cashire Regiment left their base in Catterick, North Yorkshire, at the' beginning of July. 7 On Wednesday they were wel­ comed at Teeside Airport by the


Normandy Band of the Queen’s Division. They were then driven to Catterick Garrison to be reunited with their families. The troops, including a handful


from the Ribble Valley, were deployed to Basra to take over from the Desert Rats. Their mission was to re-establish law arid order, main­ tain calm through peace-keeping tasks and provide a safe and secure environment for the Iraqi people to


rebuild their country. But they also had to deal with


intense heat, desert survival, cultur­ al and language differences. . During their four months they were forced to carry out their tasks while wearing full kit in tempera­ tures exceeding 56 degrees Celsius. They also gained praise from


their commander for keeping their courage, solid infantry skills and tremendous self-discipline.


Drug baron fails in bid to have jail term slashed


A RIBBLE VALLEY man's attempt to reduce his 17-year jail sentence following a convic­ tion for conspiracy to supply


drugs has failed. The Appeal Court has ruled that


the sentences imposed by Preston Crown Court on Anthony Lockwood (43), of Stocks Lane, Middop, and Matthew Glover (41), of Foxstone Lane, Cliviger, who received 25 years, should remain the same. • The court has ruled that five other


men should receive cuts of up to one third of their "manifestly excessive" jail terms. They were all part of a sophisticat­


ed operation which, in a 14-month period between December 1999 and February 2001, involved a total of £1.6m-worth of drugs. They were rumbled after the


National Crime Squad launched an undercover operation - codenamed Operation Norfolk - to smash the


highly organised drugs distribution network which supplied class A and class B drugs across Lancashire, Yorkshire and Greater Manchester. The two main men of the Lan­


cashire drugs ring - nicknamed "The Firm" - Glover and Lockwood, failed in their bid to challenge their convic­ tion or to obtain sentence reduction. Judgements on all the appeals were


given by Lord Justice Auld, sitting with Mr Justice Aikens and Mr Jus­ tice Grigson. The five men who won cuts to their


planted a listening device in his home. He reduced his jail term after accepting defence arguments ihclud-


(42), of Beverley Road, Blacko, who pleaded guilty to conspiracy to sup­ ply ecstasy, amphetemine and cannabis. His nine-year sentence was reduced to six. Lord Justice Auld said police had


jail terms were all sentenced at Pre­ ston Crown Court in March. They were Thomas Harrington


ing that his involvement was limited to a two-week period, and that the trial judge had taken too high a start­ ing point when calculating his sen­ tence. Michael Metcalfe (46), of


Heysham, pleaded guilty to one charge of conspiracy to supply ecsta­ sy. His nine-year jail term was reduced to seven. John Sawley (46), of Burnley


pleaded guilty to conspiracy to sup­ ply amphetemine and being con­ cerned in the supply of ecstasy. His jail term of nine years was reduced to seven. Paul Davies (32), of Burnley,


pleaded guilty to conspiracy to sup­ ply amphetemine and conspiracy to supply cannabis. The court reduced his six year


term to four years. Colin Threlfall (41), of Heysham,.


pleaded guilty to conspiracy to sup­ ply ecstasy. His eight year jail term was reduced to six years.


‘No’ to no-spray Police need help to


find wanted criminal POLICB are seeking a man for offences of forgery and deception. He is named as Ian Har­


rington, who is 48 years old and is also known as Ivan Alfred Hodgkinson or Philip Crawshaw. He is wanted for failing


to appear at Norwich Crown court in relation to a £40,000 deception. He is also wanted by


Norfolk constabulary for a £120,000 theft and a £196,000 deception from a building society.


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spokesman said that the man (pictured) is believed to be in Blackburn, Preston or Blackpool as his children are a t school in this area, and he was last seen about six weeks ago near Dews­ bury on the M62. He is described as having no par­ ticular distinguishing fea­ tures. Anyone with any infor­


mation can ring Crimestop- pers, free and anonymous on 0800 555 111, quoting reference number 86. (s)


Sunny days but cooler


OCTOBER 2003 will be remembered for the abundance of sunny days and cool winds. The month started with


changeable weather when most of the month’s rain fell - the 6th being a wet day. From the 11th cold, northerly and easterly winds kept temperatures down. There was only one day of


appreciable rain on the 26th. Total rainfall of 2.144 inches was well below average for October.


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Bowls The Royal British Legion


Bowls League held its annual presentation night in Waddington Social Club. 1 Iosts were the Hodder Val­


ley Bowling Club, of Slaid- burn, who were winners of the Waddington Fell Quarries Trophy. Mr Martin Beattie wel­


comed everyone from Waddington and Hurst Green Bowling clubs and introduced Mr Frank Brown who present­ ed the trophy to Mr David Lawson and Mrs Myra Brig­ gs, of Slaidburn Bowling Club. The individual trophy for


the maximum points gained in matches throughout the sea­ son was presented to Mr Barry Gittens, also of the Slaidburn club.


Spooky monsters take over at holiday club


CHILDREN have been enjoying seasonal activities at Trinity Com­ munity Centre. The youngsters are members of


the organisation’s Holiday Club, which is open during school holi­ days, Monday to Friday, from 8


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The good news is that people who are aged 65 or over or who are in "at risk*groups are entitled to a free flu jab.


People ‘at risk’ include everybody over the age of 6 months with chronic respiratory disease such as asthma, heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes or with a lowered immunity due to disease or ongoing steroid treat- mentThey are more at risk from serious illness should they develop flu.


The best time to get vaccinated is between October and November each year.


Keep your house warm Get your home ready for winter by fitting draft proofing to help seal gaps around windows and doors. Lay some insulation in the loft to reduce heat loss. Make sure that you check your heating system is working properly and ensure your hot water cylinder and pipes are lagged.


Keep warm, dress well There’s increased risk of becoming ill if you get cold. Wear several thin layers of clothes rather than one thick layer - the warmth from your body will get trapped between the layers.


Keep warm, keep moving


Stay as active as you can during winter, as well as during the rest of the year. Moving around generates extra body heat, so any kind of activity will help keep you warm. Don’t stay sitting for long periods!


Keep warm, eat well Food is fuel and so it will help to keep you warm. Eat well this winter by aiming to have at least one hot meal a day and hot drinks regularly through the day. Also try and have a hot drink before bedtime and if you feel very


cold at night why not prepare a thermos flask of a hot drink to have by your bed in case you wake up in the night feeling cold.


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For more information about flu immunisation talk to your GP, call NHS Direct on 0845 4647 or visit www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk


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If you have any queries about keeping warm this winter call the Winter Warmth Advice Line on 0800 085 7000.


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It's that time of year again. Summer's coming to a close, autumn's around the corner.The colder weather's on its way...


As the weather gets colder, we are more likely to catch colds or flu; and if your body temperature drops then the risks of a heart attack, stroke or breathing difficulties increase.This is especially true for older people, or if you have a chronic disease, or are vulnerable due to a physical disability.


The best way to combat the winter is to keep warm and follow as healthy a lifestyle as possible. Top tips for being prepared this winter


a.m. to 6 p.m. During the half- term break last week the theme for events was Hallowe’en and involved a variety of activities. They joined in to create junk


monsters, did “scary” scuba diving at Edisford Pool, took part in


spooky sports tournaments, arts and crafts work and a visit to the Grand Cinema to see the latest animated film, Finding Nemo. About 40 children took part in


the events, which culminated with a fancy dress Hallowe’en Party, at


which they were joined by staff, all suitably attired, to enjoy the disco and party games. Our picture shows some of the


ghouls, witches and little horrors at Trinity enjoying their Hal­ lowe’en Party, (s)


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Be prepared for winter 0.7 32 0.8 Minerals and meat


THE next Forward Farming "on farm" event in the Ribble Valley is at Saddle End Farm, Chipping a week tomorrow, November 14th, at 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. I t is entitled: "Minerals and the impact on live­


stock," and speakers are vet Chris Myerscough and technical manager David Thornton.


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Hound spotted in enactment of


Baskerville tale PUPILS and staff were quaking in their shoes - from choice - when a blood-curdling story, written by famous former pupil Arthur Conan Doyle, was revived at Stonyhurst College. More than 70 people - mostly pupils from


the college and St Mary’s Hall - were led in trepidation through an evening-time enact­ ment of the plot of The Hound of the Baskervilles, which was partly inspired by their Ribble Valley school. And there was a twist in the ‘tail’ - in true


Sherlock Holmes-style - when a huge ‘hound’ sprang out of the darkness at them, as they toured college grounds featured in the book. Fortunately, the ‘hound’ answered to the


name of Spot and was recognised as belong­ ing to Stonyhurst curator Jan Graffius, who read sections of the book; The evening includ­ ed the opening scene from the much-filmed book, featuring pupils Edward Thomson (17) of Frarice, as Sherlock and Alasdair McFar- lane (13) of Hurst Green as Watson. Archivist and Conan Doyle expert David


Knight recalled the writer’s time at Stony­ hurst and showed the original year book with


Conan Doyle’s name and, three names further down, that of a Patrick Sherlock. Outlining the plotPeter Hardwick, former


head of English at Stonyhurst, said Baskerville Hall’s description is very similar to the front of the college, Yew Alley, where Sir Henry Baskerville’s death is caused by a phantom hound, is based on the Dark Yew Tree Walk in the College garden.


Pick up a treasured book


COPIES of "Rimington Remembered and Middop Memories" are becoming highly prized possessions.


to commemorate the Queen's Golden Jubilee, joining the boundary stones now in place at each of the road entrances into the parish.


The book was produced as a village venture I t comprises a miscellany of articles and


photographs, with some exceptional snippets of information relating to life in Rimington and Middop over many centuries. , Available in Clitheroe from Mrs Barbara


Spencer, on 01200 422853, it is also on sale at Cosgroves House of Colour, Rimington, the Black Bull Hotel and via mail order from Mary Bairstow, 01200 445501, a t £5. Cheques should be made payable to Riming­ ton and Middop Jubilee Fund and profits are to be divided between the Sports and Recre­ ation Fund and Rimington Village Institute.


Information was incorrect


IN our story about rethinking the way Ribble Valley residents deal with their rubbish,' print­ ed last week, our picture caption was wrong. , The borough councillor featured on the pic-v


ture was Coun. Stephen Sutcliffe and not Coun. Robert Thompson. The picture was taken by Lancashire Coun­


ty Council and the information supplied was incorrect.


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THERE is no justification for buffer zones around farms and the Government would risk undermining the public's confidence in its own regulatory process if it were to introduce no-spray zones, the NFU has warned. The NFU's comments are contained in a weighty


response to an informal consultation from DEFRA that suggests boundaries of land next to housing could be left uncultivated to address the "public's perception of risk from pest control products". A 300m no-spray zone - one of the suggestions in the


informal consultation - would take 1.4 million hectares of commercial arable land out of production in Eng­ land and Wales.


NFU vice-President Michael Paske says: "The Gov­


ernment has confirmed that these products are safe after rigorous testing for bystanders and the wider environment." The NFU submission questions how the Govern­


ment would define a scientifically-rigorous buffer zone to meet the public perception of risk when science does not support any safety risk.


Enforcement powers already exist to prosecute farm­


ers found to be spraying irresponsibly without regard to product drift.


The NFU submission further highlights farmers'


efforts, in addition to compliance with regulations, to maintain good relations with neighbours. These include the use of codes of best practice and addition­ al measures including on-going training and the regis­ tration of sprayer operators as part of the industry's voluntary initiative. I t also outlines the NFU's concerns about the eco­


nomic viability of the proposals for farms - particular­ ly horticultural businesses - were they to be forced to reduce the area they can cultivate. The submission also raises the issues of weed control and the potential for extended field borders to become a dumping ground for garden refuse. It concludes: "In addition to the statutory controls


that exist to test and check the use of crop protection measures, much is being done by the industry to counter the public's perception of risk. "Buffer zones are not appropriate tools to solve issues of an individual's perception and need for assurance."


PRIMESTOCK featured at Clitheroe Auction Mart sales this week.


age 105), medium lambs (39.1-45.5 kgs) to 112.5p per kg (average 102) and heavies (45.6 kgs+) to 105p per kg (average 97.5). A total of 162 ewes were sold, to an average of £31. For cattle, premium bulls went to 113p per kg, (aver­


per kg (average 88), commercial heifers to 72p per kg and prime steers to 113p per kg (108).


age 106.5), prime bulls to 98p per kg (average 94.5), commercial bulls to 87p per kg, prime heifers to lOOp


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Auction Mart prices Standard lambs (32.1-39kgs) to 125p per kg (aver­


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