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Youngsters’ talent «Ex-teacher jailed goes on display sin child porn sweep
0 by Vivien Meath
THE artistic skills of a group of schoolchildren will be on a year-long display thanks to Cas tle Cement. Youngsters from eight
schools in the Clitheroe area took part in a poem competition during National Insect Week in June and it was so success- ful that Castle Cement has decided to incorporate the students' talents into a calendar. National Insect Week
Claudia is a golden girl
BOOKWORM Claudia Nurse (pic tured) is celebrating this week after scooping the gold Relay Readers award for reading 50 books. A feast of good reading has been
enjoyed by eight-year-old Claudia, of Peel Park Close, Clitheroe, who joined the scheme in August 2002, aged just six.
The Relay Readers scheme is run by
Lancashire County Library Service in conjunction with East Lancashire Newspapers and encourages young people to read more books. It allows the youngsters to let their
literary imagination run wild as they then write about the books on a special review sheet. The scheme recognises monthly win
ners for the best review and encourages young readers to aim for their bronze, silver, gold and marathon award. According to Clitheroe library assis
tant Mrs Lynne Stevenson, Claudia’s favourite author is the late Roald Dahl, and the books that Claudia enjoyed reading the most included “The Magic Finger”, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” and “The Enor mous Crocodile”. In recognition of her achievements,
Claudia, who is a pupil at St James’ Primary School, received a gold medal, a certificate and a £5 book voucher. The young book-lover is now aiming
for a marathon award by reading an additional 26 books - the same number as there are miles in a marathon.
A GARDENER, nurseryman and natu ralist was well qualified to start Clitheroe Naturalist’s series of winter lectures. Mr Ken Green gave a slide talk on
“Gardening for Wildlife”. He was keen to make the point that his
talk represented a personal point of view and that as a gardener he did not mean letting the garden go wild, but cultivating it in such a way as to make it friendly to wildlife and avoid exploiting nature in the wild. For more thanl5 years Mr Green has
gardened without peat or chemicals, but from his slides it was possible to see that by growing a variety of shrubs, trees and plants he was able to sustain a year round environment for insects, birds and ani mals in a relatively small and attractive garden. Of course it may have been of some
help that he lives near stables and has a ready supply of rich natural manure because he talked first of all about feed ing the soil, encouraging worms and using nature friendly mulches, composts, leaf mould and homemade woodchip.
A POLICE officer saw a 23- year-old man tumble out of the side door of a Clitheroe town centre pub and begin punching another man. Blackburn magistrates heard that Simon David
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Gardening for benefit of wildlife Mr Green said he tries to mimic nature
in the variety of his planting and showed well kept lawns, native plants, shrubs, hedges and trees as well as a natural shal low-edged pond friendly to birds and amphibians. Flowers can be chosen to provide food
for caterpillars, hover flies and butterflies. Shrubs, trees and ivy for their berries and year round cover for insects, birds and small animals such as voles and shrews. Woodpiles can support beetles, fungii and hedgehogs. The garden pond attracts tad poles and is a habitat for frogs, toads and small fish. Honeysuckle and other night perfumed flowers can provide food for moths. With such a variety of life it is possible
to keep damaging aphids, blackfly and snails at bay.
All these arguments were illustrated by
a wealth of attractive photographs and a witty informative commentary. The next winter lecture is tonight, at 7-
30 p.m. in the library. The speaker will be Mr Tim Melling and his title “What’s in a name”. All are welcome.
Drink blamed for man’s attack outside pub
Highland pinned the other man against a wall as he threw punches and refused to stop even when police intervened. Highland (23), of Fairfield Drive, Clitheroe, pleaded guilty to
using threatening behav iour. He was given a 12- month conditional dis charge and ordered to pay £50 in costs. Highland said he had too much to drink and apologised.
MEMBERS of Clitheroe Rotary Club held their 71st Charter Anniversary Dinner at Mytton Fold Hotel, near Langho.
The town’s oldest service club had
a splendid night of fellowship, food and humour as it celebrated its latest year of service to the community of the Ribble Valley. Major commitments of the club
currently involve the Life Education Caravans, which visit every primary school in the Ribble Valley making children aware of the dangers of drugs, alcohol and solvents as well as stressing the importance of healthy
living. Soon to appear are the new Clitheroe town signs the club has bought to celebrate 100 years of the organisation worldwide. Clitheroe Health Centre garden is another pro ject that has been undertaken by the club in the last 12 months. The many other weekly and
monthly commitments of transport aid and support continue as the lifeblood of the club.
_ This Saturday will see the commu
nity bonfire, which involves all the town’s service clubs including the Round Table, Lions and the two Rotary Clubs.
Representatives of all these bodies
were at the charter dinner together with the Ribble Valley Mayor and Clitheroe Town Mayor, who helped celebrate the club’s achievements. If you are interested in being part
of the Rotary Club’s work in the community call 01200 424240 or 422741. President Mike Watkins, vice pres
ident Graham Claydon, district gov ernor Ron Bailey, of Carlisle, and Fr Kevin Kenny, of Pleasington, all spoke. Pictured are the speakers with some of the guests, (s)
EXCEPTIONAL appren tice Andrew Read took on the best from across the UK in the national final of the Construction 2004 “Skillbuild” Competition. Andrew (19), of Park
Avenue, Chatburn, fin ished second overall in the joinery section of the pres tigious national competi tion. He was just pipped at the post for the top spot by a competitor from Ireland. A former pupil at Bow- land High School, Andrew
gs, took up an apprenticeship ^ at Ingham’s Building and Joinery Contractors, in Clitheroe. His employer, John Ingham, has encour-
( aged and supported him in ^ the competition, giving full @ use of the company work- ,,,, shop, of which Andrew has now been put in charge. Andrew’s three-year
NVQ Modern Apprentice ship also involved studying at Blackburn College,
^ where his tutor, Alan ^ Fielding, was soon ^ impressed by his skills, attitude and commitment. He decided to enter
Andrew in the regional rounds of the annual Skill-
build competition, which highlights exceptional tal ent across all aspects of the construction industry. Mr Fielding was thrilled when his pupil was successful in the North West regional competition to earn a place in the national final. I t was held over three
days at Somerset College of Arts and Technology. Competitors in the joinery section began the competi tion by opening an enve lope containing a detailed working drawing of a join ery job - in this ease it was a panelled door. They then had 19 hours, spread over the three days, to finish the job. The college was a hive of
activity as bricklayers, painters, cabinet makers, roofers, joiners and a whole host of other apprentices set to their tasks. When the time was up,
the judges had a difficult task and Mr Fielding was delighted when Andrew was placed second. As well as a certificate
marking his achievement, Andrew received a cash prize and tool vouchers.
“He really deserved to
do well because of his atti tude, motivation and determination, not forget ting his natural ability with wood,” said Mr Field ing. Finishing in the first
three means he can now compete in an internation al Skillbuild competition, to be held in Glasgow in 2006, and he could even go on to compete in a world wide event. Other Modern Appren
tices at Blackburn College are now following in his footsteps, entering the regional rounds of the next Skillbuild contest. “Andrew has led the way
and other students are now following his example,” said Mr Fielding. Blackburn College offers
a wide range off Modern Apprentice courses. To find out more, contact the college on 01254 55144. Andrew Read is pictured receiving his certificate
Trom one of the judges in the national Skillbuild con test. (s)
was sponsored by Castle Cement nationwide and staff from the Ribblesdale plant offered prizes to the poem competition winners and a tour of Midlife areas on the company's land. "We went to the Castle
Cement marquee and had a talk from a bee keeper who later came to the school to show the chil dren the hives," said teacher's assistant Sarah Bowness, from Chatburn Church of England Pri mary School. ’"They loved tha t and
then we went on a bus to the wildlife area where
there was an expert point ing out to the children some dragonflies and cuckoo spit. We all had a great time and took plen ty of photographs. We didn't win the competition but we had some pictures selected for the calendar." Carol Stockley, deputy
headteacher of Pendle Pri mary School, ^id: "It was wonderfully organised. After we had the talks we visited the ponds and I took a lot of photographs of the wildlife, had them enlarged and displayed at the school so the day was extended to the rest of the pupils." Other schools that con
tributed to the calendar were Grindleton Church of England Primary School, St Michael and St John's RC Primary School, Brookside County Primary School, St James Church of England Pri mary School, Oakhill Col lege in Whalley and Waddington and West Bradford School. Gareth Price, general
manager at Castle’s Rib blesdale works said: "We have a long association with schools in the area
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A RIB CHESTER man has been jailed for six months for down loading child Internet porn. Christopher Score was trapped by
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0 a police operation codenamed Shut- down, linked to an FBI investiga-
@ tion, which targeted forms of child pornography on websites.
^ Score was told by the judge: “There was a difference between your public face as an upstanding member of your community and
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^ what you were doing at night, hud dled over your computer.” Score (54), of Water Street, plead
Ribblesdale Calendar 2005 m
and we were delighted that the youngsters got so enthusiastic
about
National Insect Week. “We were very impressed by their efforts
and the calendar will be a 12-month reminder of just how talented they are." Pictured is the front
cover of the youngsters’ calendar, (s)
Rotary reports on a hectic year of service
ed guilty to five charges of making an indecent photograph of a child and one of possessing indecent pho tographs of children, on April 25th this year. They were specimen charges. Mark Stuart (prosecuting), said there were around 590 indecent
images. “It is difficult to put an age on the children, but they were all pre-pubescent children.” A former teacher. Score taught at
Stonyhurst College, Hurst Green, between 1987 and 1993, long before the commission of these offences. Simon Newell (defending), said
that for many years Score had been a competent and well-respected teach er, making a substantial contribu tion to the education of children throughout the North West. More recently, he had moved
abroad to help the poor with their education in other countries. In this country, he had also
worked helping the disabled and dis advantaged, and was a supporter of the local Christian community. Mr Newell said the defendant had
only wanted to view the least serious level of images, girls under 16, and
not any images of children involved in sexual activities. “But in accessing the sites he came
into contact with images of a differ ent level. “He felt annoyed at himself for
doing it,” said the barrister. Local people were very shocked to
hear of his arrest, but had stood by him. Judge Pamela Badley said the
case involved disturbing and revolt ing images and that a lot of people would find the fact that he was con victed of such charges shocking. “As an intelligent man you realised
precisely what you were doing,” he said. Score was also placed on the sex
offenders’ register for 10 years and ordered not to undertake any activi ty likely to bring him into contact with children under 16.
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Let there be light appeal
AN appeal has been made for donations to help fund this year’s Christmas light decorations. The Decorative
Clitheroe Committee - a partnership comprising members of Clitheroe Town Council,
the
Clitheroe and District Chamber of Trade and Commerce, Clitheroe 2000, has sent letters to all local businesses appealing for help. Clitheroe Town Mayor
Mrs Joan Knight said peo ple had no idea how much money and effort it took to decorate the town. She added that the com
mittee had very little funds and desperately needed the support of local businesses and townsfolk. “The intention is to
encourage the spirit of Christmas throughout the town and make Clitheroe an attractive place to be during the festive season,” she commented. The committee is in the
process of organising the display of Christmas trees and lights around the town centre including four across street displays on the taller buildings, alto gether costing in the region of £4,000. These decorations will
be in addition to the crib situated at Clitheroe Cas tle gates and the main Christmas trees situated outside the library and at the Castle gates, provided by the town council. Any donations should
be sent to treasurer John Wells, c/o the Town Hall, 9 Church Street, Clitheroe, BB7 2DD. Cheques should be made
payable to the Decorative Clitheroe Committee.
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Junior Clarets......................................0 Wolves Under 12s R e d .................... .5
THE Wolves played some of their best football of the season to put third- placed Junior Clarets in the shade. The opening goal in the first half
illustrated the locals’ style of play. A flowing move from inside their own
half was started by Hopkins, who fed Hutchins on the wing, and his cross was put in the net by Astin. Some defending was necessary as the
opposition were quick on the counter attack, and some timely interceptions from man of the match Ainsworth made sure the visitors stayed in front at the interval. In the second half, some more excel
lent mng play from Hutchins saw him score two goals - the second an e.xcel- lent solo effort - and create many other chances with some teasing crosses. And as the opposition tired, the
superior fitness of the Wolves showed, as Clarkson's persistence in chasing a poor clearance gave him the opportuni ty to score, and Astin fired home the fifth when the defenders failed to clear a corner. Rossendale U ld ....................................2 Wolves Under 14s................................. 5 A TREBLE blast from Jordan Rhodes helped an understrength Wolves pro duce a fine win. Strike partner Matthew Oakley was
also on target - reward for the forward pair's hard work - before Christopher Brewer netted a goal of the season con tender with a 35-yard strike to seal an excellent win. Players such as Daniel Meyler, Chris
Scott and Ben Frankland were also on top form, while Simon Lakeland received the referee's man-of-the-match award. And Clitheroe Wolves’ Ciaron Bar
ton has played a role in further wins while on trial at Manchester United, including recent results over an Aus tralian Academy team, Leeds United and Sheffield Wednesday. Feniscowles........................................... 2 Wolves Under 14s..................................1 WOLVES were very unfortunate to go down against reigning champions Feniscowles, and would have surely won the match with more luck in front of goal. However, it didn't look that way in
the first 15 minutes, as they were indebted to some fine saves from keeper Mathew Salisbury, with the visitors’ lively front two causing problems. They took the lead midway through
the half when Wolves failed to clear their lines after a corner, and a mid fielder hooked a great shot into the far corner. After this setback. Wolves began to
claw their way into the game, and Stephen Tandy was unlucky when an excellent finish was ruled out after a very late off-side flag. Wolves took the initiative from the start of the second half, but despite a
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READSTONE United enjoyed mixed results at the
weekend. One team progressed to a cup
semi-final, another recorded a narrow victory, and the third side in action scored three goals but were still beaten despite a solid performance. A single goal from Melissa
McKay was enough to see the Under 14 Girls beat Barnoldswick 1-0 to progress in the cup. The team deserve praise for their
efforts in a game that saw Jane Bolton emerge as the star player. And in the McDonald’s
string of crosses from wingers Kurt Roberts and Mathew Binney into the box, the forwards just could not get that all-important touch. But it was Feniscowles who doubled
their lead when a miscued shot fell kindly for their winger. To their credit Wolves continued to
push forward, and Tom Webb gave them hope with a goal three minutes from time. The final few minutes were played
entirely in the visitors’ half, but a goal just would not come. All the team played well, with Josh
Holgate having a great game at right back, and Mathew Sedgwick proved outstanding in an unfamiliar midfield role.
Wolves Under 15s R e d .........................1 Barroivford Celtic................................0 IN a top-of-the-table clash. Wolves narrowly won this tight game against a tough Barrowford Celtic side. The first half saw Wolves create the
better of the few chances available, with Nick Parkinson coming the clos est with a strike from the edge of the box that hit the post. I t looked as though the two sides
would go into the break on level terms, until Wolves won a corner, and Henri Lawson's kick was touched on at the near post where Parkinson, arriving late in the six yard area, volleyed into the net. The second half saw neither side
dominate proceedings, but again the better chances fell to Wolves. One such opportunity saw Lawson and Matt Baines beat the Celtic off-side trap and bear down on goal, but unfortunately the chance was missed. The man of the match award went to
M a tt Hanson, who, along with Parkinson, had the upper hand over Celtic in the centre of midfield. Borrowdale U ld ....................................7 Wolves Under 16s..................................0 BORROWDALE proved too strong for a depleted and re-shuffled Wolves team as the Burnley side took full advantage in front of goal. The locals made changes, with goal
keeper James Scriven playing centre forward, while rookie Ollie Dilworth took his place between the sticks. But despite this heavy scoreline.
Wolves worked hard and made the Burnley side struggle to earn a 3-0 half time. lead. Unfortunately, two more goals swift
ly followed after the break, and as the referee allowed a number of dubious tackles to go unchecked. Wolves suf fered further injuries. As a result, Simon Mashiter was
forced to don the keeper's jersey and added some excitement to an otherwise forgetful match. I t is hoped that Wolves can return to
a more regular formation next week. Dilworth deserves special mention for a brave performance.
Hyndburn and District Boys’ League, the Under 11s saw an excellent performance topped off with a 2-1 win over Oswaldtwistle Juniors. Jack Hudson and man-of-the
match Joe Martin scored the goals. However, the Under 11s Yellow
lost 5-3 to Barnoldswick Barons, despite dominating the match for long periods. A Lewis Webster brace, teamed
with a third strike .from Daniel Martin, ensured a respectable scoreline, as Craig Martin was named man-of-the-match.
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