12 Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, December 23rd, 2004 GRINDLETON


Carol service There was a full church for the service of nine lessons and carols


, held in St Ambrose Church, Grindleton, on Friday evening. The lessons were read by Mr D. Wilson, Mrs M. Haynes, Mrs K. Hopkinson, Mrs C. Doherty, Mr S. Lloyd, Mrs J. Royle, Mr J. Cowling and Mrs M. Webster. The pupils of Grindleton Primary School sang two carols, one with percussion accompa­ niment and the choir sang several carols.


The service was con­ ducted by the rector, the Rev. Canon D.W. Mewis, and the organist was Mr J. E. Pye.


Afterwards, everyone gathered in the parish room and school hall for mulled wine and mince pies.


Swing again


Over £500 was raised lor the funds of' St Ambrose Church at a "sing and swing" evening in St Mary’s Centre, Clitheroe. It proved to be an excel­ lent evening of musi­ cal entertainment provided by the Haslingden Choir and the Clitheroe Royal Grammar School Swing Band. Mr Michael Isher- wood, a young flautist, charmed the audience with his playing and Maureen Kelly delighted everyone with her singing. Thanks were expressed to all who supported the event.


Services There will be a Christ- ingle and crib build­ ing service in St Ambrose Church, Grindleton at 6 p.m. tomorrow when chil­ dren will help to assemble the crib and Christingles will be distributed to all members of the con­ gregation.


Midnight communion will be at 11-30 p.m. on Christmas Eve and there will be a service of Holy Com­ munion on Christmas Day at 9-30 a.m.


Cn Sunday, Boxing Day, there will be no service in St Ambrose Church, but there will be a joint service at 10-30 a.m. in St Peter and St Paul’s Church, Bolton-by- Bowland.


HURST- GREEN.


Nativity play _ Parents and friends gathered at St Joseph's School in Hurst Green last Wednesday to watch the school's nativity play. This year's pro­ duction,.which fea­ tured the whole school in a variety of roles,


including


actors, musicians, narrators and singers, was entitled "Shep­ herd Boy", and told the Christmas story from the viewpoint of a boy desperate to be like his father, a shep­ herd. After the pro­ duction, hailed as a success, everyone enjoyed mince pies.


Cn Monday, the chil­ dren of St Joseph's enjoyed their Christ­ mas party, when they had the chance, to dress up, play games and enjoy the feast laid on by the Friends of St Joseph's. Even Father Christmas found time to pay a ■visit.


Card singing Parishioners of Hurst Green's three church­ es, St John's, St Joseph's and St Peter's, will be joining together for their annual carol-singing expedition around the houses and hostelries of the village this evening. Those inter­ ested in taking part are asked to meet at S t . Peter's Club between 7 and 7-30 p.m. Money raised during the evening will be going to THOMAS, a'Black- burn-based charity which helps the homeless.


Meanwhile, the houses around Stonyhurst \vill not be left with a silent night. Mem­ bers of many of the families living around the estate will be join­ ing together for their annual carol-singing journey around the Stonyhurst commu­ nity, setting off from the Pieta gallery in the college at 6 p.m.


Services The Christmas Vigil will be held at 5-30 p.m. on Friday evening at St Peter's, Stonyhurst, preceded by carols beginning at 5-10 p.m. Midnight Mass is preceded by carols beginning at 11-30 p.m. On Christ­ mas Day, Mass will be celebrated at 8-30 a.m. in St Peter's and a t 10 a.m. in St Joseph's, Hurst Green. Boxing Day falls on Sunday this year, and morning mass times will be as usual. However, there will be no service.on Sunday evening.


Meanwhile, St John's is holding a Christin- gle Service on Christ­ mas Eve at 4 p.m., and the Christmas Eucharist will be cel­ ebrated on Christmas Day at 10 a.m'.


Casino On Wednesday, December 29th, the Bayley Arms will be


. transformed into a pseudo gambling den, with a casino, canapes and a cham­ pagne reception to raise money for Hurst Green's cricket and football clubs. To add to the authenticity, those attending are encouraged to wear


black tie. Tickets for the event, which starts at 8 p.m., cost £10 and are available from the Bayley Arms and David Jacques 878222).


(01254


KNOWLE; GREEN ;


Musical evening An evening of Christ­ mas music-with the Valley Singers in Knowle Green Village Hall on Saturday proved to be sheer delight as the won­ derful choir sang car­ ols old and new. There were reading.-? for Christmas, some nostalgic others hilar­ ious, and at the close the audience joined in a melody of tradition­ al carols, putting everyone in the mood for the coming festivi­ ties. The great event raised almost £200 , for -village hall funds.


Tricks and spots The usual fortnightly whist and domino drive will be held in Knowle Green Village Hall on December 27th at 7-30 p.m. The Christmas whist drive will be held on January 3rd a t 7-30 p.m.


New Year There are just a few tickets remaining for the New Year’s Eve party in Knowle Green Village Hall. Dancing is to music from the Mark Kitto Band; there is a licensed bar, a buffet supper and bacon butties to send you on your way home at 1- 30 a.m. on Saturday morning. Tickets costing £25 can be obtained by phoning 01254 878447.


Nativity play The traditional Nativ­ ity play was held last weekend in Knowle Green Congregation­ al Church when the youngsters of the fel­ lowship delighted the congregation with their depiction of the Christmas story. The young children sang carols and acted out the story of the birth of Jesiis while some of the adults read the various accounts foretelling the birth and the story of the actual birth as record­ ed in the Bible. At the evening candlelit carol service the church was beautiful­ ly decorated, the first candle being lit to represent Jesus as The Light of the World and then the other candles being lit, bathing the church in the warmth of the glow of the candlelight. The tra­ ditional readings were read and carols were sung and the evening ended with a warm­ ing glass of mulled wine and a mince pie. A retiring collection for the Air Ambu­ lance Service raised


www.clitheroetoday.co.uk


Clitheroe 422324 (Editorial); 422323 (Advertising), Burnley 422331 (Classified)


................. ladies for a splendid Unfortunately, tfie tea.


::ews; ■'i Villages


Prizewinners were: C a b a r e t nlqht Ladies-Mi-s V. New- ^


«


house, Mrs C. Hoi- land, Mrs M. Rush-


,,, s


ton, Mrs B. Walker and Mrs A. Swindle- hurst. Gents - Mr Mark Russell Smith, Mr M. Bamtord, Mr R. Holt, Mr B. Walk­ er and Mr D. Bradley. p. . A special prize in the


Dickinson, of J.D. for Hair, which was won by Mrs B. Bain- bridge.


Carol service A carol service was held in Newton Unit­ ed Reformed Church on Sunday.


Readers were Mrs M. Binder, Mrs M. Cook, Mrs M. Beat- tie, Mrs A. Harg­ reaves and Mrs E. Waterworth who also played the organ.


by Read United Football Club will take place at Read


organised


Constitutional Club, on Monday. All money raised will go to club funds.


. , n ig n t


form of a token was This is a must for all given by Mrs Jane quiz buffs. On Boxing


Day night. Read Constitutional Club is holding a mega­


quiz night with super prizes. Three quiz


Early Christmas presents


CHILDREN at St Mary’s RC Primary School in Sab- den received some early Clu-istmas presents at their annual prizegiving awards.


The ceremony celebrates the personal achievement of individual pupils, ranging from maths and science to football and judo, and every class, from reception to Year 6, can be recognised in the awards.


almost £120. A short service will be held in church on Christmas morning at 11 a.m. to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and there will be the usual family service on Boxing Day at 11 a.m. Everyone is wel­ come a t any service and a creche is always available. Transport can be arranged if necessary, please con­ tact church secretary on 01254 878385.


Doris and Elsie Members of Knowle Green WI enjoyed a wonderful evening at the Ribchester Arms, Ribchester, to cele­ brate 60 years of the institute. Three founder members were invited to join in the celebration.


To commemorate the occasion each mem­ ber received a person­ alised pen and presi­ dent Mrs K. Ackroyd was presented with a bouquet of flowers and a lovely silver president’s brooch, as a token of all the hard work she has done for the institute.


The evening proceeded with an excellent meal ' which was enjoyed by all, after which birthday cake was served and the Loyal Toast was pro­ posed.


Entertainment was provided, .:by. tvvo


Headteacher Mrs Christina Bradley said: “The personal achievenient certificates are given for consistent effort throughout the full term, to: children who persevere and do not give in when they find something difficult.


‘It can be for a subject they have tried hard in, .or a sport or after-school activity. We want to encourage the chil- :: dren to learn about fair play


■


ladies from Whalley “Doris and Elsie” who gave many hilar­ ious renditions of their daily life with their “so called lazy, good-for-nothing” husbands. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the show.


The excellent evening came to a close with the president wishing everyone a merry Christmas and a happy New Year.


Next month’s meeting is on January 12th, and will be a demon­ stration by beauti­ cian Mrs Julia Critchley.


MARTIN TOP


Carol singers A group of seven carol singers from Salem C o n g re g a t io n a l Chapel, Martin Top, were favoured with a fine evening as they toured the area. The route included several outlying homes and Rimington Caravan Park and the hamlets of Newby and Stop­ per Lane. Music was provided by Mr Peter Moorhouse on piano accordion. At the end of the evening the singers were invited to the home of Mrs Edith Peel and Philip at Fir Trees Farm, Riming­ ton, for hot coffee,


and hard work.” Pupils awarded in the ceremony at the Watt Street school also received vouchers for a free game at Accrington Super-: bowl as well as their own tro­ phies and certificates.


Our picture shows Reece Farnhill (seven), Joshua Wright (six) and William Holmes with their football arid judo awards. (G101204/6)


salmon sandwiches and sponge cake.


There were also mince pies provided by Mrs Kathleen Smith and more carols were sung round a roaring lire. The evening raised £167fortheNSPCC.


Nine lessons A very well-attended service of lessons and carols was held in Salem Congregation­ al Chapel, Martin Top. Pastor Jeff Jones led the service beginning with “0 Come All Ye Faith­ ful”.


Lessons were read by Mr Herbert Moor­ house, Mr 'William Smith, Mrs Kathleen Smith, Mrs Christine


. Parker-Cole, Mr Philip Peel, Mrs San­ dra Lund, Mrs Sylvia Ranee, Mr Peter Moorhouse and'Mr Frank Giles. “Joy to the World” was sung at the close. The organist was Mrs Ethel Hartley. !


Coffee and mince pies were served after­ wards in the school­ room as the worship­ pers enjoyed fellow­ ship.


there will be a crib service a t 4 p.m. an midnight communion at 11-45 p.m.


The Rev. Da'vid Noblet will also conduct both the 9 a.m. Holy Com­ munion at Old Langho Church and 10-30 a.m. Christmas communion services on Christmas Day.


On Sunday at 10 a.m. there will be Holy Communion in St Leonard’ Church.


NEWTON 'arty night


The annual over-60s party for Ne?vton and Slaidbum was held in Newton Village Hall last Thursday evening.


Mrs M. Parker wel­ comed the deputy Mayor, Mrs Mary Robinson, and all other guests.


Helpers from Newton and Slaidburn served tea consisting of soup, turkey and ham salad, sweets and cheese and biscuits.


Afterwards the St Andrew’s Singers from Slaidburn church, conducted by


. Mr John Cowking, sang seasonal music,


Festive services On Christmas Eve in St Leonard's Parish Church, Langho,


with everyone joining in the singing of car­ ols. Mrs Dorothy Pearson thanked the choir and Mr Henry , Carr thanked the


Tinsei A turkey and tinsel evening organised by Mrs Eileen Wilson was held in St John’s School, Read, on Fri­ day. Guests were greeted with bucks fizz, and a full turkey dinner with all the trimming was served, followed by entertain­ ment by a little con­ cert party from the Skipton area. There was a licensed bar and raffle, and every­ one received a small gift from Father Christmas. This was a social highlight of the year of fund-rais­ ing for St John’s, and at the end of a very special evening £920 had been raised for church funds.


Christingle The annual Christingle service will be held at 6 p.m. in the United Reformed Church, Read tomorrow.


Nativity At 4 p.m. tomorrow the Sunday school chil­ dren of St John’s will perform their annual Nativity play in church together with the crib service.


St John’s A midnight commu­ nion service will be held tomorrow at 11- 30 p.m. in St John’s Church, Read. On Christmas Day, there will be Holy Commu­ nion at 9 a.m. and services as usual on •Sunday.


Quiz Winners of 'Tuesday night’s quiz in Read Constitutional Club were: 1, Cliviger Clowns; 2, The Fick Fix; 3, Bring Back Ebb and Flo. The booby prize was won by'Robin’s Revenge bn a tie break. The question involved was about a well-known high street bank ’s ATM machines.


masters have been procured to test the knowledge of the teams which will each consist of up to six members. The quiz masters are Mr Ramon Bell, resident quiz-master every Tuesday, Mr Stuart Carter, club secretary, and Mr Tom Carter, who hosts the more light-hearted Satur­ day night quiz. Everyone is welcome to what is going to prove an outstanding affair, but will we see Ebb and Flo?


SABDEN *ickwick


Members of Sabden Holme Committee braved the cold at the Whalley Pickwick Night and raised around £260.


They want to thank everyone who sup­ p o r t^ the event, and who donated items to the tombola. The Holme Committee’s next event will be the plant sale in the spring


St Nicholas’s A Christmas Eve crib building service will be held at St Nicholas’s Parish Church at 5-30 p.m. tomorrow night. The service will feature the children but everyone is welcome.


Later there will be a midnight service wth the blessing of the crib and carols, at 11- 30 p.m. The 'vicar, Fr Trevor Vaughan, mil conduct the Christ­ mas Day service for both churches, at All Saints’, Pendleton, at


10 a.m.


On Boxing Day, .the feast of St Stephen; parish eucharist in Sabden is at the nor­ mal Sunday time of 9-


On Monday there will be a Holy Eucharist a t 10 a.m. at St Nicholas’s, and also at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, to be followed by house and sick com­ munions. There will be no Wednesday Eucharist now until January 12th.


30 a.m.


Last Sunday evening the church held its annual Service of Nine Lessons and


Carols. team who lost, con-


Mrs Robinson thanked sisted of people who; everyone tor a most have worked for that enjoyable evening. particular bank.


Clitheroe 422324 (Editorial), 422323 (Advertising), Burnley 422331 (Classified) 5th.


SA B D EN .


St Mary’s The first Mass of Christmas a t St Mary’s RC Church is at 6 p.m. tomorrow night, Christmas Eve, The very well attended and there will be a service ■ featured


Midnight Mass at midnight. There will


' be a Christmas Day morning Mass at 10- 30 a.m.


A Boxing Day Sunday Mass at 10-30 a.m. is the final service of the week.


The winner of the wordsearch competi­ tion at the Christmas


bonus ball £20 draw winner was Theresa Pollard.


Brownies After last week’s very , happy Christmas party night, Sabden Rainbows


again until Tuesday, January 11th.


Village folk Sabden Village Folk have begun rehearsals tor their next show “The Village Folk Go West” to be presented over the last weekend in February. Tickets will be on sale soon from Mrs Joyce Grime, the producer.


Nativity


m . „ School . . IW up to St Nicholas’s Church last Friday afternoon to present their annual Nativity play for families, friends and members of the parish.


Services Everyone is welcome to share in the Christ­ mas Day service at 10 a.m. at Sabden Bap­ tis t Church, to be taken by Tim and Joan Peagam.


There is no Sunday ser- ■vice this week at the Baptist Church and no Christmas services at the Methodist Church.


Primary school Sabden Primary School


Carols “No Room At The Itm” was the theme of this year’s ecumenical carol service for the village, hosted by St Nicholas’s Church last Tuesday evening.


www.clitheroetoday.co.uk


Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, December 23rd, 2004 13 ewg from the Villages


week in Ribblesdale P a rk Pool The couple A o„p gabden would welcome spon- mums who set up a


sorship from ■villagers.


Christmas songs and COUnCll carols and prayers Police who carried out a and readings, with all speed check in Sabden


four village churches represented among the readers and the large congregation. It was led by Fr Trevor Vaughan of the host church and a collec­ tion was taken for Christian Aid.


Fair was Mrs Jennifer Afterwards everyone Mead and last week’s retired to the church


institute for coffee and mince pies served by the ladies of St Nicholas’s. The event was organised by Sab­ den Christian Coun­ cil.


and M u s ic a l


Brownies are having a st Mary’s School hall break for the holidays


and will not meet Pupils of Sabden Pri- ‘‘


was packed when the COflCemS chili-en gave two per- A large amount of litter formances of their has gathered on River Christmas musical “Around The World To Bethlehem” last Tuesday and Wednes­ day. Every child in the school took part and Mrs Pat Doxey accompanied on the piano. There was a Christmas stall and a raffle for school funds. Afterwards the guests enjoyed coffee and mince pies.


...................


Walk in front of the Contrast Factory and lots of cardboard has been left around the bottle banks, reported Coun. John Shorter a t the council meet­ ing. The public are asked not to leave bags and boxes after they have deposited


,


a special awards after­ noon to mark their achievements in the


over three days in November found the majority of drivers were over the 30 m.p.h. limit. From November 7th to 10th in Clitheroe Road police clocked 2,841 vehicles and 1,291 were travelling


group to raise funds for new play equip­ ment tor the park have already raised £ 1,000 following a recent quiz night.The quiz at the 'White Hart pub attracted 13 teams and raised £300. There were prizes of £20, £10 and £5 and a raffle with many prizes donated by local businesses.


at over 31 m.p.h., 273 Various other events were in excess of 38 have helped the Sab-


m.p.h. with the top speed of a vehicle recorded being 65 m.p.h. Insp. Bob Ford, reported, how­ ever, that this could have been an emer­ gency vehicle.


make Christmas crafts demonstrated by Mrs Sheila Win- stanley and Mrs McCarney. The com­ petition winner was Richard Well and a vote of thanks was given by Heather Alpe. The next meet­ ing will be a quiz night on January 10th, in the Old Chapel, in Slaidburn.


lage hall. A festive turkey Christmas din­ ner with all the usual trimmings was served.The hall was beautifully decorated, with an 18ft Christ­ mas tree full of lights and baubles being the focal point. Eighty


early hours to the sounds of the Sixties provided by the AC Roadshow Disco.


Old-time dance


den Play Park Trust There was a good reach their first mile- attendance for the


stone. Trust members also manned a stall at the Picbvick Night in Whalley, selling gifts and running a Name , the Teddy competi-


tion which £150. The sends out a big “thank you” to every­ one who has support­ ed them and they are hoping that -will con­ tinue over the next 12 months with the many events planned.


SAWLEY


their bottles in the F eS tiv e d is p ls y banks.


resurfacing on the bend in Whalley Road near St Mary’s Church had obliterat­ ed the double yellow


academic and sport- lines and people are ing world and for now parking there those who had tried their hardest in school. Certificates and trophies were pre­ sented and also vouchers for bowling at Accrington Super­ bowl. On Thursday after­


. . __ ___ . ,, At the December meet-


He also reported that ing of Sawley WI Mrs Lois Gill showed members how to make two artistic dis-


plays


and causing a hazard. He wondered why there are a number of road sign posts in the village now with no signs on them - and was


told th a t the Sherryand mince p.es ,' o n tHOni - nnQ


county council is reviewing all the


noon the school invit- parking signs follow­ ed villagers to join ing the decriminalisa- them for their annual carol service and the term finished on Tuesday after Christ­ mas parties and a non-uniform and play day.


closed for Christmas ClOSUre on Tuesday after a ipbg fQ^d from Sabden


busy festive tew over Black Hill is to weeks.


Last Wednesday morn­ ing the nursery chil­ dren presented their Christmas show for parents and friends and in the afternoon and evening it was the turn of the recep­ tion and junior chil­ dren to entertain with their Christmas pro­ duction.


„


be closed tor a week in the New Year. The road towards the Red Rock will be closed from Padiham Road, Sabden, up to the junction with Back Lane and Higham Tops, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. for seven days from January 10th, while BT carries


Pupils enjoyed their OnnnQnrc! Christmas dinner on


. J • outwork. .


Thursday and then Sabderis borough coun- were entertained by cillor Michael Field- the Footprint The­ atre Trust who pre­ sented “It’s Cold Out­ side.”


° ■


On Friday the school gave its Nativity in church and Monday was Christmas party day for all the classes. School reopens on Wednesday. January


tion of parking. Cbun. Bernard Parfitt reported that the path at River Walk was impossible to get on and off at Cobden Bridge with a wheelchair. This mat­ ter will be looked into. He also reported find­ ing a lot of beer bot­ tles, some broken, on the children’s play area the morning fol-


the grounds of St Mary’s School are now being used by youths drinking.


ing is to run next aged bollard on Watt fjeen replaced.


House children’s hos- |W]0o ijpg


S L ? S l r e a d y The January meeting YOUng F a rm e r s begun training and to of Sabden Parish Members of the Slaid-


support him, his part­ ner, Christine Wilson, is to do a 5,000 metre swim the previous


Council will be held a week later than usual, on Tuesday, January


11th.


burn Young Farmers’ Club met on Monday evening a t Dunsop. Bridge Village Hall to


Candlelight Members of West Bradford Playing Field committee held their annual candle- . light dinner in the 'vil-


from the gas box out­ side 131 Whalley Road and the darn­


year’s London street bridge has still Marathon tor Derian


pride of place at *


, ,


were served, which added to the festive atmosphere. Hostess­ es were Mrs Pat Rat- cliffe and Mrs Carol Cowell. The evening closed with the vice- president, Mrs Joan Porter, wishing every­ one a very happy Christmas and New Year. The next meet­ ing will be on January 20th.


SIMONSTONE


r;wi;rtre viiirge ennstmas Day lights switch-on. I t On Christmas Day a


Christmas old-time dance in Tosside Community Hall. Everyone looked fes­ tive, wearing red or green.


raised Music was played by group Mr Alan Cookson on the organ. Thanks were expressed by Mr James Waddington for raffle prizes donat­ ed and all who had helped in any way. Raffle winners: A.


ton, J Whipp, M. Glover, J. 'Water- worth, E. Healey, 0. Holgate, H. Suter, E. Swales, R.Raw, B. Robinson, J. Binder,


involving Spot prizes were won


land, V. Houldsworth, J. Newbould.


Christmas foliage, by Mr and Mrs D. fruit, berries, cones Dickinson, Mrs D. and ribbons. Each Coates and Mrs E.


lady set about mak- Waddington.


mg her own stylish The next dance will be version of the displays held on January 28th. - which, no doubt, took Ci ill hQiioQ


There was a full house fn r flip nTiri^ tn isS


t n i.


whist and domino drive in Tosside Com­ munity Hall in aid of funds. MCs were J. Kenyon and P. Met- - calfe.


Whist winners: G. Parker, V. Sharp, T. Pickles, M. Grainger. Gents low - T. Stavley. 0. Holgate, M. Davies, D. Cook,G. Capstick. Ladies low - M. Maude.


—.......... FoStiV© OartV


Members of Wadding- ton WI held their


Christmas party in the -village social club. Following a lovely meal provided by the steward, Mr John Davies, carols were sung accompanied by Mrs Ruth Seed on the keyboard.


villagers danced the Mrs Jean Oldroyd and night away until the Mrs Marian Wood


gave readings and recited a poem, and an enjoyable evening was had by aU.


Tricks and spots One hundred people attended the Christ­ mas whist and domi­ no drive in West Bradford Village Hall. Whist winners were: Ladies-F. Jeffs,_________ M. Edmondson, N. u /o ln nm p Fox, M. Parker, M.


her, D. Hogg. Lowest score, M. Pickles. Gents-R. Fairhurst,


H. Lofthouse, J. Cow- perthwaite, J. Thorn­ ton, J. Kenyon. Lucky number, H. Hartley, lowest score J. Stewart.


Cookson, J. Lodder, Dominoes: A. Pickard,


The next meeting xvill be in the Methodist Church schoolroom on January 11th. Everyone welcome.


WISWELL ANTIQUES &


Fallon. Lucky num- ^isweU Parish Council COLLECTABLES p


chairman welcomed Coun. John Hill, the leader of Ribble Val­ ley Borough Council, touts meeting at Bar- row Primary School. Coun. Hill gave a short presentation on matters affecting the parish council.


E. Bowe, R. Middle- E.Weaver, R. Chew, P. Mohrnlfp K Questions were raised Edmondson, A. regarding access to Pickaixi, R. Knight, J. Barrow Playmg Field. Thornber, M. Black- Hill suggested


more, H. Proctor, E. ‘hat a corapu sory Nowell.


purchase order for an


S. Durkin, M. Bargh, Raffle: E. Jackson, W. D. Coates, S. Frank- Marsden, V. Duck-


worth, N. Fox, P. Metcalfe, Mr Brock- lehurst, Mrs Pickles, R. Eden, M.Edmond-


Q p n io r c lt lz enS ^


s e n i o .


easement, allowing public access across the land, was appro­ priate and should be proceeded with by the borough council.


son, B. Grant, J. Thornton, M. Parker. Insp. Bob Ford or another police repre­ sentative is to be invited to the January meeting of the parish council.


PACT r residents of West


Bradford sat down .to liinch on the last Sat­


soup, turkey and ham salad, sweet, coffee and mints. The meal was prepared and served by the younger members of the com­ uiuiui.ymunity. This was fol-


J. Ilia yvoo lui


'60s -style group who played and sang songs from that era.


Dominoes: F. Lowe, H. Two games of bingo Wolfenden, E. Fox, F. were held and the 250


was also noted that communion service Raffle; A. Taylor, J. a-ni. Coun. Tony Howarth C om m u n lo n


reported that the Christmas Day Corn- door is still missing munion will be held at


St Peter’s Church, Simonstone at a.m.


SLAIDBURN,


Eccles, R. Eden, M. Pickard, P. Metcalfe, P. Bullock. Low - R. Martin and D. Armen


will be held a t St oddie, W. Duck- Peter’s Church, Simonstone, a t 10


worth, G. W. Berry, M. Maude, M.


Pickard, 0. Holgate, V. Jones,D. Hogg, P. Metcalfe, P. Bullock.


M


ing winners: Christ- It was decided to le ^ a mas draw - A. Pear- P''e'=®Pt o'! ‘^e bor-


Club draw also took place,-with the follow-


son (£100), B. Dug- dale (£75), Mr and Mrs Dawes (£50), D. Lawson (£25).


•, j i ,


urday before Christ- mas and enjoyed ^ r^ u e sH o r a mirror


Mirror


at the junction of Cunliffe Lane and Back Lane by Mr Lancaster has been forwarded to the county council high­ ways department.


lowed by entertain- tJU ag e i


ment provided by A draft budget had “Still Standing” a


been prepared by the


clerk and circulated, showing estimated expenditure of £4,990 (which included a contingency item of £500) and income of | £70.


Wellock, R. Barker, F. December draw - M. . ii _ Mason, J. Riley, M. Shuttleworth (£25), IVieeiingS J. Frankland (£20), The next meeting is on


ough council for £4,600, which would leave an estimated balance a t March 31st, 2006, of £990.


B. and M. Wood January 10th.


10 The next drive will be on January 15th.


(£15), K. and J. Chip­ pendale (£10), A. Amos (£7.50), R. and ________ J. Cottam (£5).


WHALLEY I ............ ’’ ' "


At the conclusion YeS, eW© tOO! everyone received a Everyone is welcome small present and the at tonight's pernor- playing field commit­ tee would like to thank all those who attended, plus the organisers helpers.


mance of "The Grumpy Sheep" by


and R.C. Church a t 6 o.m.


NOW OPEN Monday, Wednesday, Friday


10 a.m. - 4 p.m.


34 Scotland Road, Nelson Tel: 01282 697659


Mass. Afterwards there will be coffee and mince pies at The Presbytery.


On Christmas Day there will be mass at 11 a.m. but no mass at 5-30 p.m.


The Feast of the Holy Family will be cele­ brated on Boxing Day beginning with mass at 11 a.m. At 2 p.m. there will be the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament xvith Benediction at 4 p.m.


Water in the stoops from Christmas Eve is water brought


On Christmas Eve from Lourdes by there will be the nor- Jackie Purvin, the mal weekday mass at daughter of the Rev. 10 a.m.. Vigil Mass and Mrs Ian Robins,


Billmgton. E n d Of te rm Pupils at Whalley Pri-


mary School ended term with a carol ser­ vice in the parish church on Friday afternoon. Earlier in the week each class had a party, and Key Stage Two children had a tre a t with a ■visit to Bolton to see "George's Marvellous Medicine". The infants were enter­ tained by Mike Amatt, a former star of the television pro­ gramme


"Play


School". O More Whallcy news


- pagc36


Aherne's o f uelliflcUl u<l


F a s t i i o i i f e t a l l e r f o r L a d i e s a n d M e n


The Green Helllflcid Skipton Nortli Yorkshire


1 : 0 1 7 2 9 8 5 0 2 0 1


Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28  |  Page 29