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Top award for village club


by Duncan Smith


WINNING the Lancashire County Club of the Year for 2004/5 was just one of the many highlights announced when Bolton- by-Bowland Young Farmers Club held its annual dinner dance at The Calf’s Head,


ed by club presidents Mr and Mrs Brian and Sue Cornthwaite, members of the advisory committee and club members and friends. The evening began with a wonderful three-


Worston. The evening was very successful and attend­


course meal before chairman Edward Thorn- ber gave an annual report noting the clubs activities and achievements during the past


year. In addition to winning the Lancashire Club


of the Year title, Bolton-by-Bowland won the Regional Involvement Shield, given to the club with most members participating in regional


competitions, and had a very successful Regional Rally, coming second overall and winning the Stock Judging Trophy. Club members also enjoyed considerable suc­


cess in national competitions during the past year. Rebecca and Lucy Whitwell were in the winning team in the National Ten-Pin Bowl­ ing Final and the runners-up team in the National Netball Final, with Lucy also in the runners-up team in the National Brainstrust Final. At county level, Sarah and Grace Holt and John Norman came second in the County Quiz competition. The highlight of the dinner dance was the


presentation of awards, by Mr Cornthwaite. They were awarded as follows: Junior boy - Christopher Cornthwaite.


Junior girl — Holly Bond. Senior boy — Edward Thornber. Senior girl - Lucy Whitwell. Howard Tray - Rosalyn Pate. Cornthwaite Trophy - Robert Blezard. Jimmy Nbton award for girls effort - Anna Dakin. Bibby's Award


for boys effort — Matthew Thornber. The R. J. Howard trophy for attendance - John Nor­ man. Billows Rose Bowl for most points in club competitions - Sarah Holt. Val Pickard memorial trophy for sheep and lamb judging - Mark Dakin. Dr Wrigley trophy for most points in public speaking - Eleanor Holt. Stock judging shield - Mark Dakin. The


An ideal gift


for a toddler ANYONE looking for a book for a toddler for Christmas, should start here in Clitheroe! After years of teaching


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English at Clitheroe Royal Grammar School, Jane England has put pen to paper and published “Second Best.” A heartwarming tale about


friendship, the author will be signing copies at Kaydee on Saturday December 3rd between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.. The book has already


-e- ^ ^ Members play host to special guest


AN original member of Clitheroe’s Pendle Club, 101-year-old Annie Slater, was a VIP guest at the chari­ ty’s 55th anniversary. She was joined by other members


sang a selection of songs. The Pendle Club is based on Low-


as well as Ribble Valley Mayor Coun. Mary Robinson and Clitheroe Mayor Coun. Allan Knox for an afternoon of celebrations. The party enjoyed a salad tea and were entertained by Jim Parker, who


CHILDREN can meet Father Christmas at Barclays Bank, in Castle Street, Clitheroe, next Saturday, December 3rd. He will be there to mark the


those over-55s who live on their own. The club, a registered charity, is


ergate with anyone aged 55 and over eligible to become members. Those who join can choose to participate in a number of activities ranging from dancing to card playing. Every Wednesday, members can


always open to new members, who are asked to pay a small fee towards its upkeep. Picture shows Ribble Valley


also meet up for a bite to eat at the luncheon club. This was originally founded to provide company for


Mayor Mary Robinson and Clitheroe Mayor with consorts and guests at the 55th anniversary of The Pendle Club. (D121105/4)


Date with Santa Thumbs up to science roadshow


bank opening on Saturdays from 9-30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the run-up to Christmas. Clitheroe branch manager


Gayle Young said: “The staff and I are pleased to be able to open our doors on Saturdays throughout December and look forward to welcoming all those who come through our doors during the festive season.”


PUPILS from two Ribble Valley pri­ mary schools travelled to a “SciSense Roadshow” at Burnley Football Club on Tuesday. Hosted by Setpoint Lancashire, the


fun event involved Key Stage 2 pupils from Brennand’s Endowed School, in Slaidburn, and Gisburn Primary School. I t aimed to give the children an


opportunity to experience science- related hands-on activities and demon­ strations presented by local employers and “Science and Engineering Ambas­


sadors” from SETNET, the Science, Engineering, Technology and Mathe­ matics Network. It is a UK-wide charity that pro­


motes science, technology, engineering and mathematics awareness, especially among young people. Some activities were closely linked to


the school curriculum and others gave a flavour of how science is used in dif­ ferent jobs. A total of 220 children from primary


schools across East Lancashire were due to attend on the day.


received excellent reviews, including: “This book shows that it's not necessarily important to be 'first' or 'best' and movingly champions the cause of friendship and shar­ ing,” and “The ideal present for a nursery or infant school child”. (CR270705)


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McAlpine trophy for most points in County, Northern Area and National competitions — Rebecca and Lucy Whitwell. Regional Presi­ dent’s award - Rebecca Whitwell. The evening concluded with a very enjoyable


disco. Our picture shows members and guests of Bolton-by-Bowland YFC enjoying their annual dinner dance, (s)


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Healthy eating habits are rewarded


HEALTHY children at St Mary’s Primary School, Langho, have been reward­ ed for their good eating habits. Youngsters at the school


were presented with an “Healthy Eating Award” by Lancashire Education Authority’s healthy schools co-ordinator, Mrs Sheridan Townsend. With the help of recep­


tion class teacher, Mrs Laura Orr, pupils have been learning about the benefits of ditching junk food and have been pro­ moting enjoyable balanced and healthy meals. A spokesman for the


THERE were scores of excellent and imaginative entries for the Keepers of


the Castle logo competition. Schools responded magnificently to the


campaign’s plea for help in designing an eye­ catching logo which will be used on litera­ ture, posters and could be made into a pin badge to further promote the bid. The difficult task of choosing a winner


was performed by Ribble Valley Mayor Coun. Mary Robinson, the borough coun­ cil’s tourism and arts officer Rebecca Kay and editor of the Clitheroe Advertiser and Times Vivien Meath. From keys to soldiers, crests, flags and


battlements, the quest for a logo resulted in a large number of colourful and creative


suggestions. Entries were submitted from primary


schools and teenagers and the winning logo ' - f >y


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________ by Vivien Meath will be featured in next week’s Advertiser


and Times. Campaigners hope to raise £500,000 in


public and private sponsorship to top off a £2.5m bid for lottery and grant funding for the scheme to restore the museum and build a glass atrium between the museum and the North West Sound Archive. • A special Sunday Christmas Farmers’ Market will be the campaign’s launch event


on December 11th. With lots of home-produced goodies,


entertainment, trains in and out of town manned by Ribble Valley Rail’s Christmas crew with mince pies for passengers, and dozens of market stalls featuring some of the region’s best produce, it promises to be a Clitheroe Christmas spectacular. Pictured are the judges, Mrs Meath, Miss


Kay and Ribble Valley’s Mayor, at the start of judging.


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school said: “The award has been achieved through united efforts of staff, par­ ents, governors and chil­ dren to raise awareness and improve provision for healthy eating with a range of exciting and informative activities to engage and educate chil­ dren in this important area of health education.” Mrs Orr is pictured with


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Mrs Townsend presenting the certificates to young­ sters Lauren Winnard and Joseph Corrigan. (B111105/2)


Could you be an award winner?


APPLICATIONS are being sought for the Lancashire Sinfonietta’s award for the North West’s young musicians - “The Christopher Brooks Memorial Prize”. And this time applications are being


sought from all over the North West. Last year, 16-year old Daniel Brett


became the first recipient of the award and had his work “Aurora” premiered in June by Lancashire’s professional orchestra, directed by Lyn Fletcher, leader of the Halle. Bob Riley, general manager of the


Slnfonietta said: “This competition is all about discovering the talent that is hid­ den in Lancashire. We want to help young composers by giving them profes­ sional support and encouragement, and most importantly help people to hear their work.” The success of this pilot year has


meant that the organisers are now open­ ing up the competition to applicants all over the North West. The winning composition will receive its premiere performance at the opening


concert of the Sinfonietta’s 11th Concert Season (June 2006). The winner will receive a £1,000 bur­


sary towards their studies and become “Young Composer in Residence” for the season, working with the orchestra, chamber groups and special education projects. The competition invites composers to


write a piece eight-12 minutes long for the Lancashire Sinfonietta. This competition is open to composers


born, educated or resident in the North West aged between 16 and 25 on the closing date (January 30th, 2006). In addition, other young composers


can apply to join the “Lancashire Sin­ fonietta Mentor Scheme” which will offer composers the chance to get closer to the orchestra by giving them an orchestral mentor and free access to all rehearsals and concerts. Anyone under the age of 25 can apply. Full details are available from Fiona


Sinclair, general manager of the Lan­ cashire Sinfonietta on 0161 445 0587/ cbmp@bluefroguk.com


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Friends help 101st birthday


celebrations A WHALLEY woman has been cel­ ebrating her 101st birthday. Mrs Catherine Ellam, who is a


resident at The Croft Residential Home, King Street, Whalley, cele­ brated the milestone on Friday sur­ rounded by cards and flowers from


friends. Remarkably fit and well for her


age, Mrs Ellam, who lived in Barrow until three years ago, is a former pupil of Lancaster Grammar School. Speaking about her good health,


her friend, Mrs Jane Bliss, said: “She is extremely good for her age and enjoys reading. She also likes people to come and visit her.” Our picture shows the birthday


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girl celebrating the milestone with (behind) Mrs Bliss and staff at The Croft (front left) Emma Templeman and Diane Smith. (CR181105/6)


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