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casliancsncws.co.uk Needs of area
were ignored RESIDENTS of Bowland from all walks of life will be delighted by the demise of the proposal to build a visitor centre in the For est of Bowland. The intense local opposition
to the scheme should have come as no great surprise to the bureaucrats of County Hall. They chose to pursue their
otvn agenda without any mean ingful preliminary consultation with local communities or busi ness interests. The results of the survey car
ried out by Bowles Green Ltd in 2003 (commissioned at great expense by Lancashire County Council) showed that the over whelming majority of visitors enjoyed, above all else, the peace and tranquillity of the area. They now know the opinions
of local residents and business interests and must accept the comprehensive rejection of this grandiose scheme. The whole exercise, financed
by huge amounts of public money, has failed to recognise the real needs of the area and has been a public relations fias co on the part of Lancashire County Council. The scheme was essentially a
property development in unspoilt countryside and more over, in an architectural style totally alien to Bowland. Let us hope that Lancashire County Council now realises that the
residents of Bowland will not stand by and allow their coun tryside to be destroyed in this way.
ALLAN HEYES, Beck House, Tosside
We face a local
housing crisis THE situation that developed in Tosside when a person was granted a place of residence above those living in that village was reported recently. The issue of fairness is of
some concern to those like myself who are on the waiting list for homes. Having been on the council
list for well over a year now - a single person who wishes to be accommodated in a suitable home or flat in the area he was born and raised, like so many others unfortunate enough to be unable to afford either the rental rates or, indeed, the scandalous cost of housing due to its post code popularity and popular aspects etc - I have concerns now regarding who local homes are being allocated to. Unless you have a child or
family it seems you cannot have priority status. As demonstrat ed in Tosside, there is something wrong. I, like many in the region still
on the housing list, wonder when we will ever be housed. I am aware of the alleged housing
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shortage, but that is not the fault of those on the list. I have very grave concerns
about the fairness of allocation and the system itself. How many other cases have gone unnoticed or unreported where housing has gone to people from outside the area with no ties or family here? I also discovered recently
that Ribble Valley Borough Council is to hand over its run ning of the housing lists and current accommodation to a private housing company or group. Exactly where will that leave those on the lists? I have not been notified of this change in writing, nor I imagine has anyone else. These are real wor ries for some I would imagine - will it make our situations bet ter or worse? Our local MP seems even less
interested in the state of local housing by not offering his sup port to this crisis - and it is a crisis. One day no local people will live here as they will either have passed away or will have been forced to move outside the area that is theirs by rights to live in.
STILL WAITING! Name and address wifhcld
In the pink
thanks to you! WE would be delighted if we could offer a rather large “thank-you” via your letters page. Many of you will have
seen/heard the coverage offered by the local media on our recently launched charity part nership with Breast Cancer Campaign. Our "In the Pink" candle is now dedicated to rais ing funds for their vital research into preventing or cur ing this terrible disease. These campaigns do not
stand on their own two feet - they rely entirely on members of the public becoming involved and seeing an opportunity to join with us in raising funds. The "In the Pink" campaign went live this weekend and will continue to run for a full twelve months. Due to your incredible support, we have already sold 6,500 candles, which has so far raised £12,000 for Breast Can cer Campaign. Thank you for taking the
time to visit us, or one of our stockists, and for joining us in this campaign. We clearly could not run it without you. With many thanks
CHERYL HOOK, McK, Biickridgc Farm, Twiller Lane, Waddinglon
Grateful for
your support CLITHEROE and District Girl Guides would like to say a huge thank-you for all who helped and supported our street
party to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. We would especially like to
thank the ladies and gentlemen who came along and shared their wartime experiences with us, St John Ambulance for their first aid support and for dress ing up in 1940s uniform. Com munity Police Support Officer Mark Dixon for showing us all his WW2 memorabilia and entering into the spirit of the occasion, Nicola Howarth for fantastic catering, and to every one who gave up their precious Saturday to make the event a success. You may also like to know
that we have been granted an award from Home Front Recall (the lottery) to help with costs of the event. Thank you every one!
MICHELLE SMITH, Rainbow Guidcr, Clithcroc and District Girl Guides
What about my
human rights? WE are always reading in the press, seeing it on TV and hear ing on the radio about various nationalities including prison ers of HM Government who have gone to the European Court about their human rights. I must ask the question; Do I
have any human rights and can I go to the European Court for having my peace destroyed? I have just returned from
Berkshire where a group of Irish travellers on two occasions in the space of three hours, invaded my lakeside haven, ( a private estate) destroying my quiet solitude. The local wildlife, especially the cygnets and Munjac deer were dis tressed by the behaviour of these people. After a long con frontation with them I eventu ally managed to eject both groups. Of course they left behind a pile of rubbish which I had to clean away. Most were under the influence of drink, but this didn't stop them driv ing off in four-wheel drive vehi cles. I stayed on the lake for the rest of the night, but decided I didn't want ray blood pressure to rise any more and left for the peace and quiet of home. Is it not time we stopped these peo ple from invading our country-: side and claiming benefits. They are not fleeing persecu tion.
MARTIN JAMES, Kingfisher, Grindlelon
Dog thieves: a
little advice THERE have been so many reports in the newspapers of dogs being stolen recently that I wanted to give your readers some advice on how to beat the dog thieves.
Sadly, all too often we hear of
pedigree and crossbreed dogs being stolen; for breeding, for hunting, for selling on to unsuspecting members of the public, held for ransom and worst of all, for use by dog fighting rings. Only last week a young Staffordshire Bull Terri er called Lennox was stolen from one of our Rehoming Centres. I t is estimated that up to
50,000 dogs may be stolen in the UK every year. I t can be very difficult to get your dog back if he or she is stolen, so prevention is definitely better than cure. Here are a few steps you can
take to help ensure your dog's safety: • Have your dog micro-
chipped. Dogs Trust offers reduced price microchipping, please contact us for more information. Alternatively (or additionally), get your dog ear-tattooed. • Make sure your dog has a
collar and tag with your name and address on it. This is a legal requirement anyway. Also include contact telephone numbers. 0 If your dog has been
neutered (which may put off certain types of thieves - espe cially if your dog is a pure- breed or pedigree) have a tag made which states this. You may also want to state if your dog is microchipped. 9 Never tie your dog up out
side a shop and leave him - this is one of the easiest places for your dog to be stolen from. • Never leave your dog
alone in a parked car for the same reason as above. Remem ber also that dogs can die in hot cars very easily. • Beware of strangers tak
ing too much of an interest in your dog. • Don't let your dog go out
of your sight on walks. Consid er using an extending lead, do some extra recall training, or actively play and interact with your dog on walks if he is like ly to wander too far away. Vary your walk routes and times. 0 Make sure your garden
fencing is secure and high enough. © Keep your dog in view
when in the garden. Avoid leaving your dog in your gar den when you're not there. @ If the public have easy
access to your garden via a gate, consider adding a warn ing system, such as a cowbell, to let you know when tres passers enter. © Keep clear, up-to-date
photographs of your dog; from different angles, head and full body shots. Make a list of any unusual or distinguishing marks. If the unthinkable happens
and your dog is stolen, report this to the police and then con tact your local dog warden. There are also groups such as Doglost
www.doglost.co.uk
and Petsearch UK
www.pet
searchuk.org.uk that can als help you trace your pet, and i your dog has pet insurance your policy may cover tk expenses of looking for you pet. I do hope this advice will b
useful to all dog owners ou' there and we can help kee) man's best friend where h belongs - safe and sound.
VICTORIA HORSLEY, Dogs Trust Information Officer (
www.dogstrust.org.uk)
i Wonderful walk
for good cause THE Meningitis Trust, th( UK’s leading meningitis chari ty is calling for people from th North West to join us on Suii day, July 31st 2005 for a Sun day afternoon sponsored wall across the sands at Morecamb Bay, a trip described by man; as one of the world’s most won derful journeys. I t ’s only possible to wall
across Morecambe Bay a fen times a year because the path h usually obstructed by the sea, but on July 31st, weather peb mitting, we will have enough time to finish the eight-mile route before the tide comes in. Escorted by Cedric Robinson
- the Queen’s Guide to the Sands - who will use his knowl edge of the area to lead our walkers safely across the estu ary, we should have a fantastic time. The Morecambe cross bay walk is being partly organ ised by Grange-over-Sands Tourist Information Manger, Tracey Ingram. Tracey under stands only too well the devas tating effects meningitis can have, after catching meningo coccal meningitis herself in 2002. Fortunately, Tracey has
made a good recovery, but th« disease did leave her deaf in on< ear. She says: “By taking pari in the cross-bay walk and rais ing sponsorship money for thi charity you will be enabling the Meningitis Trust to educati the public and health profes sional on the dangers of menin gitis as well as allowing it tc provide care and support for the thousands of people every ' year who are affected by menin gitis.” The walk starts at the Arn-
side Promenade at 2-15 p.m. on Sunday, July 31st and arrives at Kents Bank Station, Grange-over-Sands at approxi mately 5-30 p.m. Registration costs £5 for
adults, £2 for kids and just £1 for canine companions. We ask tha t participants
raise as much sponsorship money as they can.
CHRISTINE HUGHES, Meningitis Trust Regional Development Organiser for the North West
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Dad’s jumping for good cause
By Faiza Afzaal_________
A DARING Clitheroe dad is hoping to raise several thousand pounds with a parachute jump for a charity that has helped his adorable daughter. It may be a tall order, but daredevil
Richard Bater (28), and his friend, Paul Beverley (28), are happy to conquer their fear of heights by completing the 3,500ft, jump to boost funds for Rainbow House. The Chorley-based charity helps dis
abled children to help themselves through the provision of conductive education, which is a unified system of rehabilitation for children with neurological disorders like cerebral palsy and genetic conditions. Richard’s two-year-old daughter, Erin,
has global development delay and suffers from a condition called “hypotonia”, which makes it difficult for her to maintain her balance for limb co-ordination and walking. Since February, the fun-loving toddler,
who celebrates her third birthday next month, has been receiving conductive edu cation for five hours per week via the out reach service from Rainbow House and according to her mother, Cindy, she has made very good progress. The centre, which proxddes a relaxed and
informative environment tor parents and children of all ages, is helping her with all aspects of her development, but especially with.her walking and general mobility. Cindy (36), says that Rainbow House
has allowed Erin to fulfil her potential and has ensured that she has a higher quality of
life. She added: “Erin enjoys attending the
outreach centre and seems to be making good progress. The expert staff are excel lent and have made a big difference to our lives. “The charity relies entirely on donations
and grant applications and is need of thou sands of pounds a year to offer the services currently available. “We are really pleased to be able to give
something back to the charity that needs all the help it can.” Originally from Waddington, Richard,
who is the manager and licensee at the Waddington Arras public house and a retained fire-lighter at Clitheroe, will take the plunge at Black Knight’s Parachute Centre, at Cockerham, Lancaster, on Sat urday from 2-30 p.m. onwards - weather permitting When attempting the 3,50Qft. jump, the
former Ribblesdale High School 'Technolo gy College pupil will be accompanied by his friend, Paul, of Newton Street, Clitheroe, who is a police officer with Yorkshire police. Richard said he was looking forward to
the thrill of a lifetime and raising money for a worthy cause at the same time. He added: “I am a little nervous however, also very excited and very much looking for ward to it.” The couple, of Warwick Drive, Clitheroe,
said they were overwhelmed by the support from friends and family and the generosity of local businesses so far. Anyone wishing to sponsor Richard or Paul are asked to call 07843 084712. Young Erin is pictured with parents Cindy and Richard. (A070705/3a)
Vandals’ car rampage
HUNDREDS of pounds worth of car damage has been caused in Clitheroe over the weekend. More than 15 vehicles were targeted by
offenders, who scratched the sides of cars parked along Highfield Road, Woone Lane, Victoria Street and Eshton Terrace. Insp. Bob Ford of Clitheroe police, who
described the acts as “mindless” and “point less” said he relies on public support to stop this sort of wanton damage and would like to hear from anyone with information. Call Clitheroe police on 01200 458734 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
Revellers leave their mark at weekend rave
MORE than 100 people descended on a field on the outskirts of Sawley over the weekend to attend a rave. Revellers flocked to the all-night
party, held on land owned by a local farmer, late on Saturday evening and during the early hours of Sunday. Police were alerted to the organised
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event, after a call to emergency serv ices had been made just after 7 a.m. stating th a t a party-goer was believed to be suf fering from the ill- effects of drink and drugs. The Skipton
man, who was taken to Burnley General Hospital, later discharged himself from hospi tal.
Although no
complaints were made, the after- math of the rave was visible to traders and visitors to a nearby car boot sale on Sun day. Clitheroe Police
Insp. Bob Ford said that inquiries were being made into the event.
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Clitheroe Bridge Club winners
WINNERS at Clitheroe Bridge Club | on Monday evening were: NS Beryl ! Pollard and George B. Pollard, Pat | Ward and Roy Ward. EW Jean Bailey and Moira Philips, B. Cuba and Use Park. On Thursday evening winners were:
NS Linda Wilkinson and Janet Gilmour, Pat Ward and Roy Ward. EW Brenda Wilson and John Renton, Jean Taylor and Muriel Bainbridge. i New members are always welcome to j
go along. GP I
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