4 Clith'eroe Advertiser & Times, December 23rd, 2004


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Clitheroe'422324 (Editorial), 422323 (Advertising), Burnley 422331 (Classified) Steve’s talk about seafaring exploits Schoolchildren get their numbers to add up


A LIVELY talk about Cap­ tain James King was given to members of the Clitheroe Civic Society. I t was presented by Mr


Steve Ragnall, of Clitheroe, who spoke about the seafaring exploits of Capt. King, to


whom a plaque on the side of Yorkshire Bank, Clitheroe, was recently dedicated. The next meeting is on Mon­


day, February 7th, at 7-30 p.m. in the mutual room of the parish church and will feature a talk by Insp. Bob Ford.


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YOU can count on pupils at a' Clitheroe school to make the numbers add up. Youngsters at Eibblesdale


High School Technology Col­ lege raised an incredible £1,027 through a special “Number Day” fortheNSPGC. Pupils were asked to wear


clothes that had a number on and were allowed to contribute lOp to get a puzzle instead of their maths homework. Staff also wore clothes with numbers on and every subject depart­ ment incorporated some num­ ber work in lessons. All lessons had a fun, num­


ber theme throughout the day, from number bingo in French and Spanish to icing cakes with numbers. Head of Maths Brionie


Sumner praised all the pupils for their enthusiasm and gen­ erosity, especially several pupils who contributed the contents of their money boxes, saved since they were babies! A cheque was presented to Mrs Wilkinson, of the NSPCC. during assembly. Pictured are some of the


pupils who helped the school’s Number Day add up to more than £1,000. (s)


Man arrested after police drugs raid


RAIDS a t one address in Whalley and two in Black- bum led to the arrest of one man. Police officers raided the three


premises as part of a crackdown on the supply of Class A drugs in Eastern Division. Around 20 officers from the Operational Support Unit, Intellgience Unit and CID executed warrants at


two premises in the Infirmary area of Blackburn and one in Whalley last Wednesday. A quantity of what is believed


to be amphetamine was recov­ ered, along with other property including drugs paraphernalia, cash and mobile phones. One man was arrested on sus­


picion of possession with intent to supply Class A dmgs and was


taken to a police station for interview. Temporary Det. Sgt Dave Rimmer, from Lancashire Police headquarters, said; “These warrants have been exe­ cuted as part of a pre-planned, intelligence led operation target­ ing the supply of Class A drugs in Eastern Division. We are committed to locating and arresting those people who con­


cern themselves in the distribu­ tion of controlled drugs. “In order for us to successfully


continue carrying out these types of operations we need the public to give us more informa­ tion about dmgs activity in their areas. “Anyone with information


should contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.”


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A SUCCESSFUL evening was enjoyed by all who attended the launch of Stage and Screen at St Mary’s Centre. The event, held to officially


open Clitheroe’s new cinema on Church Street, treated guests to a viewing of the newly refur­ bished centre and the chance to watch the Hollywood block­ buster “The Incredibles”. The grand opening, held dur­


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who funded the move. Mr John Lancaster, who attended the • event, said he was delighted with the finished look and called on the public to support the project. For regular updates on what


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Dental surgery plan gets green light from planners


by Julie Magee


PLA N N ER S have ag re ed to grant permission in principle to build an NHS dental surgery at The Sidings Bus iness P a rk ,


Whalley. Members of Ribble Valley Bor­


ough Council’s planning committee approved an application for outline planning permission to erect a two-


storey building with an NHS dental surgery on the ground floor. The plans also include administration offices on the first floor and a private car park on land at the northern most end of the park. At the last meeting of the commit­


tee, members said they were minded to approve the application, but decided to defer it granting delegat­ ed authority to officers to impose appropriate conditions.


This most recent application rec­


ommended outline permission be granted subject to numerous condi­ tions. Among these were that the ground floor of the building would be used for dentistry purposes only and th a t detailed plans, indicating design, external appearance, parking and access, would be approved by the committee before development started. Speaking at the meeting, applicant


Mr Andrew Ronnan, director of The Sidings (Whalley) Ltd, said the local primary care trust had given positive indications on funding. Mr Ronnan went on to say that he


would like to attract recent graduate dentists wanting to form a new prac­ tice in the area. Coun. Joyce Holgate wished Mr


Ronnan every luck in his new ven­ ture, especially if it would help local NHS dental provision.


Playgroup’s boost from a festive fund-raiser


SEASCNAL goodies were on sale at a Christ­ mas fair organised by staff at St Paul’s Play­ group, Clitheroe. The event attracted


more than 50 toddlers and parents and offered plenty of variety, includ­ ing a great mix of craft stalls plus refreshments. The atmosphere was


at its best when visitors dug deep into their pockets to take part in a tombola and youngsters were thrilled to bits when they heard an


early “ho ho ho” from Father Christmas, who handed out festive good­ ies.


The fun-packed event


raised £180, to be spent on presents for the chil­ dren and resources to fund the playgroup, which holds sessions three mornings a week a t St Paul’s Church Hall. Our picture shows


group leader Nicky Bai­ ley with the rest of the playgroup staff at the Fair. (S31204/1)


Grand opening for town^s new cinema I Response to our Toy Appeal had been fantastic


THANKS to you, the read­ ers of the Clitheroe Advertis­ er and Times, almost 100 local children will be enjoy­ ing a special Christmas this year. The response to our first


new Toy Appeal, run in part­ nership with the Clitheroe branch of the Salvation Army, has been fantastic. The gifts delivered to our


office in King Street and to the Salvation Army’s base’in Lowergate will help bring a little festive cheer to some needy families in Clitheroe. All the gifts have now been


wrapped and delivered to homes where they are sure to


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now finished, but any items taken to the Salvation Army will not be wasted, but put away for next year.


As well as delivering pre­


sents, Salvation Army lead­ ers Capt. Elizabeth Smith and Lt Brenda Wise, togeth­ er with a team of volunteers have also been taking out 60 food parcels. These have been handed out to the elderly, those with special needs, peo­ ple with large families and those living on their own. The carrier bags were


donated by Booths and all the food was provided by pupils from four local schools - Ribblesdale High School Technology College, Moor­ land School, St James’ CE Primary School and Brook- side Primary School - tog­


ether with other provisions donated by members of the public. Cash donations, which have also been grate­ fully received by the Salva­ tion Army, will be used to purchase fresh food in the run-up to Christmas. 9 There are still some


places available a t the Army’s special Christmas Day lunch. This free meal, which is being provided by Clitheroe Community Hos­ pital, is open to anyone who will be on their own on Sat­ urday. To enjoy this festive lunch and fellowship, simply contact Capt. Smith by ring­ ing her on 0770 9351394.


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