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became a media attraction when they renewed friendships with their counter­ parts a t San Jose Josuitak School, Durango, who had visited Stonyhurst' earlier this year. A local TV company interviewed Peter Ansell, head of modern languages, Alicia Padilla, Spanish teacher, and pupils Rollic Attard, Lorna Kelly, and James Lusekcra. There was a radio interview, too, with Alicia and pupil Serena Marchetta, and the visit was reported in the local newspapers.


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ing of Chipping WI was Mrs Caroline Crouch who demon­ strated the art of sugar craft, showing how to produce a variety of flowers which were wired into beautiful, delicate arrangements. She brought along a number of examples of this art, which has been prac­ ticed for over 600 years. Her­ self a teacher of cookery, sugar craft is her hobby and she is a member of the Sugar Craft Guild, which has 230 branches, including one in Preston. President Mrs Carol Grant thanked Mrs Crouch for a most interesting evening. A letter of thanks was


Sugar and spice Guest speaker at the meet­


received from Mr David Crawley for the WI cake stall


which raised £56 at the fun day in aid pf the charity


' Mind”. Chipping Show will take place on August 23rd and members were asked to help in the WI tent on that day. Raffle prizes were won by


bring-and-buy stall on Sat­ urday raised £115 for Chat- burn Methodist Church Building Fund.


The next effort is a tea and cake afternoon on Wednesday.


August heatwave, but there was a fair breeze blowing and the air-conditioning was working well at the Lowry Centre. While awaiting the coach for the return journey, it was a pleasant diversion to sit on canal side seats watching a large group of men and boys diving and swimming to a large raft', left in the canal from the pentathlon hosted by Salford two or three weeks earlier. Most members board­ ed the coach at 6 p.m. carry­ ing green and white carrier bags. No prizes for guessing the name on the bags. It was an enjoyable and interesting outing and the president Mrs Marion Billows thanked the secretary Mrs Helen Tomlin­ son for organising the event. Members ol the WI meet in


Bolton-by-Bowland WI enjoyed an outing by coach to Salford Quays, leaving mem­ bers free to explore the Lowry Theatre, including the Lowry Picture Gallery, the discount shopping centre and possibly, the War Museum. I t was the middle of the


The experiences from the Spanish


exchanges will be used to produce a report and a CD or video from each


school - the Stonyhurst pupils’ in Span­ ish, and the San Jose Jesuitak pupils’ in English. Meanwhile, a group of nine Year 10s from Stonyhurst were guests for the first time of pupils from Kolleg St Blasien, a Jesuit boarding school. The teenagers attended school with


their pen friends and went on excursions to local places of interest, including Schluchsee lake and the city of Freiburg, and ventured across the border into Switzerland to visit Basel. They are currently involved in plan­


ning the itinerary for their German friends’ visit in September. Headmaster Mr Adrian Aylward said: "Both exchanges have opened fresh opportuni­ ties for our pupils, and we have high hopes for a continuing partnership with the Kolleg St Blasien which is a new ven­ ture. "The trip to Spain was part of the


Socrates Scheme which promotes exchanges within the EU. I t is the first time we have benefited from this scheme.


present knowledge in comput­ ers can contact Kate Bailey on 01995 61033 or Myer- scough College.


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held on the church lawn on August 24th in the afternoon, when there will be fun and games for all the family. There will be much to see and do over the weekend and every­ one is welcome.


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Cricket Club entertained Downham Cricket Club. The home-side were on a run after winning their last two match­ es, but Grindleton skipper Crossland lost the toss and the visitors decided to bat first. ’ The visitors got off to a


Down in the dumps On Sunday, Grindleton


slow start, pegged back by Wilkinson and Leach, but the wickets started to tumble when Briggs was brought into the attack, taking four for 17 runs in eight overs. Grindleton had the visitors stumbling at 64 for six. However, eight dropped


catches and some big hitting from Booth (29) and Craig (37) allowed Downham to reach 150. After recent results the


home-side were confident they could score the required runs.


Ainsworth and Middlebrough opened for Grindleton and although not the fastest pair between the wickets, they got the home-side off to a steady start, putting on 33 before a mix-up between them saw Ainsworth run out. Middlebrough was joined


Gisburn Parish Church, are busy preparing for their “Fes­ tival of Saints" and late sum­ mer fete, which will take place on August 23rd, 24th and 25th. The summer fete is to be


Festival and fete Parishioners and friends of


The school is constantly developing its for­ eign exchange programme. They are very enjoyable and good learning experiences,


held on Saturday mornings throughout the season from 10 a.m. to 11-30 a.m. at Lang­


ho Football Club’s Northcote playing field. Anyone wishing to join


Rev. David Noblett as the new priest-in-charge at St Leonard’s Church, will he held on August 29th at 7-30 p.m.


10-30 a.m. morning parish communion. The service to install the


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by Leach. At 59 for four the home-side were in the driving seat. Although Middlebrough continued to score runs, wick­ ets began to fall. When Mid­ dlebrough (39) was caught by Braithwaite the home-side were 70 for five. Wickets con­ tinued to fall and Grindleton were eventually all out for a very disappointing 86 runs. Grindleton’s man-of-the-


match was Briggs for his four wicket haul.


WI will be making untold discoveries tonight when they set off on a mystery trip. Trippers should meet a t the Buck Inn a t 6 p.m. taking with them £2.50 for entrance fee plus money for supper, also wear sensible clothes and footwear for out­ doors. Further inquiries, tel. Mrs Mandy Brennan 01200 441551.


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take place in the village hall at 7-45 p.m. on September 3rd when Mr Peter Watson will talk about “Magic and Medi­ cine”. The competition will be for an old-fashioned remedy. New members and visitors will be most welcome.


the lunch club will meet on Wednesday and the walking group is cancelled because of the Bank Holiday. The next WI meeting will


run by Matt will start next Thursday evening in Chip­ ping Village Hall from 6-7 p.m. and as a special introduc­ tory offer there will be no charge during August.


Circuit training A new fitness class to be


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planning to run a large vari- ' ety of computer classes in September in Chipping Vil- ; lage Hall. There will be classes for beginners, to access the internet and e-mail, Ecdl, Clait and digital photography. Anyone interested in learn­ ing a new skill or improving


Computer classes Myerscough College is


Mrs Rita Joyce, Mrs Chris­ tine Kay and Mrs Grant. A birthday plant was presented to Mrs Gwenda Rich. Members were reminded


collection will take place in Grindleton today. Contribu­ tions of newspapers, maga­ zines and cardboard can be left in the space provided at the top of Back Lane, near the chapel wall. This is a WI fund-raising effort and your support is gratefully received.


Waste paper The usual waste paper


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in Knowle Green Village Hall on Wednesday at 8 p.m. Those new to dancing, as well as more experienced dancers, are welcome. Admission is £2.50 including drinks and biscuits. Line dancing will recom­


Dancing classes Sequence dancing continues


Mrs Sheila Morgan presided at the meeting held in Whal- ley Methodist Church Hall and introduced guest speaker Liz of Gareth’s Flower Shop, Great Harwood, who gave a flower demonstration which was enjoyed by members. Many exotic flowers were used to produce striking effects and five arrangements were made and raffled, to the delight of the happy winners. Thanks were expressed by Mrs Dixon. A competition for a small


=xotic flowers President of Mitton WI


mence for the autumn session ■ in the village hall on Septem­ ber 2nd at 8 p.m.


Football training Calling all budding young


Langho footballers. Football training sessions for girls and


boys of any ability .will .be


tember 3rd the 78th birthday of Mitton WI will be celebrat- ed. Guest speaker will.be Mr Graham Wilkinson principal at Alston Hall, and his subject “The Glorious Hodder Val­ ley”.


autumn council meeting will be held in Fleetwood and Mrs Dust volunteered to be dele­ gate. Mrs Balshaw gave details of LFWI events including a trip to see the film “Calendar Girls”, an almost Hallowe’en dinner and a craft day. She also took names for a mystery outing on August 27th. At the next meeting on Sep­


distributed showing pho­ tographs of two winning exhibits in the Clitheroe Area WI Show made by members Mrs Jennifer Lockwood and Mrs Mildred Pounder. Mrs Morgan also congratulated the nine prizewinners in the Clitheroe Area WI Show who managed 25'prizes between them and she appealed for greater participation in 2004. It was announced that the


basket of flowers was won by Mrs M. Dust and Mrs 0. Lay- cock. The regular newsletter was


by Mrs Kathleen Smith and Mr Herbert Moorhouse and organist was Mrs Ethel Hart­ ley. In the evening Pastor Jeff Jones conducted the worship starting with the hymn “Amazing Grace”. He chal­ lenged the congregation that as Christians they must hear Jesus’s voice and follow, as His is the only way. To the tune Rimington


congregations enjoyed warm fellowship and refreshments.


“Jesus Shall Reign Were’ere the Sun" was sung with gusto. Organist was Mr Don Carson, of Barnoldswick. Following both services the


used the fingers of his hands to help us pray for various groups of people. In his mes­ sage he used the passage on boundary stones, meaning liv­ ing within God’s boundaries, building stones - being in rela­ tionship with each other and living stones, used in building a spiritual temple. The con­ gregation heartily sang “Christ Has Made the Sure Foundation”. Bible readings were given


Anniversary There was a good gathering at the 187th anniversary service celebrated on Sunday at Salem y Congregational Chapel, Martin Top. Begin­ ning with the hymn “Immor­ tal, Invisible God Only Wise”, the morning service was led by Mr Howel Jones, of Clitheroe. Speaking to the children he


Leonard’s Church, Langho, on Sunday will be Canon Peter Hallam who will lead the 9 a.m. Holy Communion ser­ vice. He will also minister at the


Stepping in The visiting priest at St


Langho Juniors should con­ tact Mr Mel Grime on 07802 792727.


Waste paper The fortnightly collection


of waste paper takes place in Pendleton on Tuesday. Please leave papers in the white bags provided.


ed Football Club played Burnley Fire and Rescue Football Club in the first round of the Hospital Cup and won 6-1. Goal scorers were Sam Marshall (2) and one each from Paul Harg­ reaves, Ian Uttley, Lee Nut- tall and Neil Snape. Man-of- the-match was Keiron Duck­ worth.


United’s half dozen On Wednesday Read Unit­


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not only of language but culture, too." Pictured exchanging lessons and lifestyles thanks to the Socrates Scheme


Church roof appeal. All wel­ come


Out on Saturday, September 27th, in St Mary’s Hall. The event is in aid of Christian Aid and features Bernard Sagar and The Dalesmen.


Diaiy Date Enjoy a Lancashire Night


outlined in the show schedules which are widely available. The show will be opened at 2 p.m by Mrs Tina Bradley, head of St Mary’s RC School, and she will make the presen­ tations at 2-15 p.m. Admission is 25p, free for


Mrs H. Keighley warmly wel­ comed everyone, including guests from Gargrave and Grassington WI to the August meeting. Speaker for the evening,


Special guests President of Rimington WI


table, using plain colours, folded napkins, individual flower arrangements and glassware - simple ideas to create luxurious effects. Mrs J. Duerden expressed thanks to Mrs Farnell.


Mrs Ann Farnell, gave a demonstration on arranging a


ring, judged by Mrs Farnell, was won by Mrs B. Thomp­ son, Mrs C. Knowles and Mrs E. Robinson. Thanks were expressed to


A competition for a napkin


Mrs E. Jackson for arranging the recent outing to Hutton-


on-the-Forest and Rheged, “The Village in the Hill”. Mrs


J. Kerr reported that the first outing of Rimington WI walking group had been a most enjoyable occasion and arrangements were made for the next ramble. Names were taken of those wishing to attend the LFWI autumn council meeting on September 23rd and the arrangements were discussed for Rimington WIs display depicting St Cecilia at the festival exhibi­ tion on the theme of “Saints” in Gisburn Parish Church on August Bank Holiday week­ end. Mrs K. Scott expressed


was enjoyed and Mrs C. Thistlethwaite entertained with a selection of her humor­ ous poetry. A hearty thank you on behalf of the guests, given by the president of Grassington WI, brought the enjoyable evening to a close.


birthday greetings for August, and town crier, Mrs B. Spencer announced many forthcoming local events. A delicious buffet supper


domino drive arranged by the management committee of Rimington Memorial Insti­ tute was well-attended. Mrs E. Hartley and Mrs E. Jack- son were MCs lor dominoes and whist respectively. Supper was served and prizes award­ ed as follows: Whist, Ladies - Mrs H.


Winning drive The monthly whist and


Grainger, Mrs J. Hartley, Mrs M. Coultherd. Gents - Mrs J. Robinson, Mrs M. Parker, Mr S. Hogg. Dominoes: Mrs I. Whalley,


M. Pye, Miss M.H. Bairstow. SABDEN


children, and refreshments will be served.


Baptist Church on Sunday morning will be Tim and Joan Peagam, and at the Methodist Church it will be Greg Eldon.


social behaviour or crime being committed should report it immediately on 999 or 08451253545. PC Paul Sherratt says people com­ plaining about youths drink­ ing in the youth shelter must ring when the trouble is actu­ ally happening not the follow­ ing day - as it is a “found com­ mitting” offence.


Police Any villager who sees anti­


Services Guest preachers at Sabden


cultural Society’s annual show on Saturday should be in by tonight. (Thursday)They can be left with Mr Alan Cliff of Pendle Street East or Mr Leo Clarkson of Brogden Farm up to 9 p.m. Children’s entries are free and will be accepted on Saturday up to noon, as will entries for the wine and beer classes. Details of all classes are


are pupils from Stonyhurst College and San Jose Jesuitak School taking a break from lessons at Durango beach, (s)


but had been stolen the same day! Some repair work was needed to one of the swings.


Show Entries for Sabden Horti­


spend £15,000 revamping the kitchen at Littlemoor shel­ tered housing in the next financial year. Coun. Goss asked that work could be car­ ried out in the summer.


councillors included dogs con­ stantly barking from a house in Whalley Road. Councillors said the neighbours who were being disturbed should ring the borough council’s environ­ mental health department whenever this occurred. The borough’s holiday


Matters Other matters raised by


tember 2nd.


lagers to be vigilant, especial­ ly in the hot weather, follow­ ing a number of burglaries in the village. The next meeting is on Sep­


my Week, from August 23rd to 31st, Mr Norman Cromp­ ton of Pendle Street East has invited villagers to visit his observatory any day between 2 p.m. and 11 p.m.


monthly meeting was chaired by Coun. Bernard Parfitt and attended by Couns Anita Whalley, Jean Haythornth- waite, Marion Procter, John Shorter, Frank Goss and Tony Haworth, several members of the public and PC Paul Sher­ ratt. Apologies were received from Couns Barrington and Cull.


Brook had been well attended and everyone appeared in favour of the cutting back of the brambles and landscaping the area between New Bridge and Cobden Bridge.


Brook The site meeting at Sabden


Timbrills Resident Mr Bob Leeson


asked if anything had been done about the footpaths and resurfacing of the Timbrills Avenue area but was told that a reply was expected from the county council before the next meeting.


Collinson of Wesley Street asked what was being done about the collapsed culvert near his home that occurred during last summer’s floods when huge boulders came down the brook at the back of Wesley Street. He had reported the mat­


Culvert Resident Mr Andrew


Mrs M. Green, Mr Fox, Mrs A. Seed, Mr R. Knight, Mr P. Metcalfe. Raffle: Mrs Whalley, Miss


ter and the area had been taped off but nothing more had been done, the boulders were still there and he was concerned about a reocur- rence. Councillors agreed to take up the matter.


Council Sabden Parish Council’s


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received about a 40ft artic unloading on Whalley Road for the industrial units. At one point the road was totally blocked and the police were- called.Residents and council­ lors are concerned about safe­ ty as there had already been one serious accident in this area.Members asked if the Watt Street entrance could be used. It was agreed to write to Marbill Developments to ask what the situation was regarding its car park exten­ sion, to see if that could alle­ viate the problem.


Road Complaints had been


SIMONSTONE


funds for St Peter’s Church, Simonstone, will be held in Simonstone Old School on Tuesday at 7 p.m. Tickets cost £4 and include refresh­ ments.


Church funds A bridge drive in aid of


with Read WI will meet in Simonstone Old School next Thursday at 7-30 p.m. when Mrs Winnie Bridges will speak about “Poetry”. The competition will be for a cleri­ hew and there will be a cake stall. Guests and new mem­ bers are welcome.


Poetry Members of Simonstone


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collection will be on Tuesday. Please use the white sacks


prizes and cakes would be appreciated for a coffee morn­ ing next Saturday, August 23rd, at 26 Whalley Road. Mr and Mrs Raymond and


Coffee. Donations of tombola


Paper The regular waste paper


provided and leave your waste outside in the morning.


vice Station had written ask­ ing for the parish council’s support in their appeal against Ribble Valley Council turning down their applica­ tion to build homes on the site. It had been turned down on the grounds that it should be affordable housing. The council had had no objections to the original application and agreed to write reiterating its support.


Eileen Lowe are holding the event between 10 a.m., and 1 p.m. in aid of St Nicholas’s


Coun. John Shorter reported that turf had been laid on the playground where the climb­ ing frame had been removed,


Playground After his regular inspection


Appeal The owners of Sabden Ser­


from the garden was judged by Mrs Lewis, winners were Mrs Edith Lawson, Mrs Jen­ nie Bradley and Mrs June Carr. It was reported that the arts and crafts exhibition was a great success, bringing visi­ tors from a wide area and raised approximately £385. Mrs Mary Parker gave a spe­ cial vote of thanks to the pres­ ident Mrs Jan Weisters, who worked hard to ensure the smooth running of the two days. I t was announced that


burn WI, members, along with guests from Dunsop Bridge WI, spent an enjoy­ able evening exercising their vocal chords. Guest speaker was the conductor of the Lan­ cashire Federation Choir, Mrs Patricia Lewis, who encour­ aged everyone, including non­ singers, to participate in the songs and voice exercises. Members learned how to pro­ vide percussion music by tear­ ing a newspaper to accompa­ ny “What Shall We Do with the Drunken Sailor” and pro­ vide the sound of bells for “Turn Again Whittington”. Mrs Lewis encouraged inter­ ested members to join the fed­ eration choir and she was thanked for a stimulating talk by Mrs Margaret Shaw. A competition for a rose


Vocal chords At the meeting of Slaid-


playscheme had not come to Sabden this year and council­ lors wanted to know why, and the waste paper is not being collected from Badger Wells Cottages. The policeman asked vil­


Fielding reported on the bor­ ough’s policy on affordable housing and the ongoing issue of regional assemblies. He said the borough was to


Councillor Borough councillor Michael


tember 3rd will be held in Newton Village Hall when Mrs Pat Bradley will speak about support dogs.


New session Members of Slaidburn


Young Farmers’ Club will hold their first meeting after the summer break on Mon­ day. The meeting is the annu­ al superjudge competition and will take place at Langden Holme, Dunsop Bridge, by kind permission of Mr and Mrs Carr, at 7-30 p.m. New members are always


welcome. For further infor- matiion contact Heather Har­ rison on 01200 446349.


WADDINGTON


Weekend activities Members of Waddington


ceilidh starting at'8 p.m. with a country boogie band with caller, so you do not get your feet in the wrong place, a disco and substantial hot supper. Tickets are £15 available from Waddington Post Office. So much fun was had last


Sports, Social and Playing Field committee are thrilled to present a weekend of activ­ ities for the family. Tomorrow there will be a


sports day starting at 12-30 p.m. All ages are welcome to this family event which will include races, games and an all day barbecue and bar, end­ ing with the grand finale - the egg throwing contest. Both events are being


year that by popular request another one has been arranged. On Saturday is the annual


staged on the village playing field and in the marquee.


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Gifts for the church On Saturday afternoon,


gifts for the upkeep of West Bradford Methodist Church will be received between 3-30 and 5 p.m. At the same time, afternoon teas will be served. Anyone who has, or would


like to have, an association with the church is invited to go along to renew existing friendships and to make new ones. On Sunday at 2 p.m. the


afternoon service Mil take the form of a “Celebration of Life". The preacher will be the Rev. Chris Cheeseman and there will be music from the Ightenhill Music Group, of Ightenhill Methodist Church, Burnley, who are very talent­ ed young instrumentalists.. Everyone is very welcome.


organised by the West Brad­ ford Playing Field committee, will take place on Sunday in the village hall. The doors will open to the


Annual show The annual village show,


public at 2 p.m. and prizes presented at 4 p.m. there will also be a car boot sale from 10 a.m. with tombola and


refreshments available.' , WHALLEY


Abbey winners Winners of the Abbey


senior citizens’ drive, in Whal­ ley were Whist: Ladies - Mrs E. Charnley, Mrs S. Baxter. Gents - Mrs D. Farnsworth', Mrs H. Hardy. Dominoes: Joint I, Mr F.


Peel and Mrs J. Peel. Raffle: Mrs G. Walmsley. The club meets in Whalley


names should be given to Mrs Parker for an evening trip on October 8th to Alston Hall for dinner and speaker, price is


Methodist Church Hall on Saturday evenings a t 6-45 p.m. for whist and domino dri­ ves. New members are always


welcome. The next meeting will be on


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£11. 50p. Also an open family walk will take place on Satur­ day from Appleby, leaving Slaidburn at 9 a.m. and organised by Mrs Kath Mason. The guest speaker at the craft group meeting today will be Mrs Susan Tattersall demonstrating card making. The next meeting on Sep­


The by Rebecca Wrighl


YOUNG farmers from Clitl the tops - and this week it be cial as the club was nameq


club in Lancashire for 2003. After a tough judging proc


revealed that Clitheroe is the | the county - and i t has also fourth in the entire Northern re | The Clitheroe club also won t i l


competitions award after hosting [ Young Farmers’ Rally. These triumphs reflect an excell


the club after a series of competit | Member Bridget Hartley (17)'


the prestigious title of the Best J l her in the whole country - and gel tunity to meet Prince Charles [ afternoon reception at Highgrovil The junior quiz was won by a t |


members, which consisted of Alex Sam Edmondson and Phil Woodil Clitheroe Young Farmer Richaf


was successful in the public speal titions and then went on to the N| level in the event. A group of young chefs, inclil


Spurgeon, Grace Thornber ail Whitwell, won an eliminator pf cookery competition. They also managed to get l |


county level competitions, and a j ing forward to competing at nati<| Miss Fiona Whitwell, the club’I


tary, said: “To be awarded the [ club in the county is a big accolal “The judging process is very ii J


regional and county judges look thing that goes on. All the clubs I are judged on their behaviour, ini competitions, their programme c| their social activities. “A team from Clitheroe Young!


also be entering the cooking co| the National Competitions National Young Farmers Centre!


Warning | summer


A LONG, hot summer means thj vers in the Ribble Valley might bj quench their thirst with alcohol | officials are urging motorists to le. at home if they plan to have a dril A report by the Lancashire Pal


Road Safety showed that August the worst months for drink-relatl with a rise of more than 10% con| rest of the year.


of the lighter evenings which enccl to go out socialising more frequerf There is also the temptation to I


The road safety group believe t l


2,000 drivers banned because of < - and could also face a £5,000 | months imprisonment. Safety officials have also introd


holic drink at lunchtime barbecul a few glasses of wine at dinner f | trip out in the car. Motorists run the risk of joini'ij


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