Clitheroe 422324 (Editorial), 422323 (Advertising), Burnley 422331 (Classified) 4 Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, Thursday, August 25th, 2005 www.cIitheroetoday.co.uk Clitheroe 422324 (Editorial), 422323 (Advertising), Burnley 422331 (Classified)


Athlete’s world bronze after Mara-thon effort!


By Faiza Afzaal


BRITISH athlete Paula Radcliffe is not the only one celebrating after winning gold in the women’s marathon at the World Champi­


onships in Helsinki. The daughter of Clitheroe-born scientist Mr Nor­


man Myers, has been all smiles after finishing 18th in the same race. Athlete Mara Yamauchi, pictured, was the second


Pauline is new


minister


THERE is a new minister at Clitheroe’s Trinity Methodist Church. The Rev. Pauline


Basterfield will begin con­ ducting services from Sep­ tember 4th. Mrs Basterfield (pic­


tured), and her husband, Jonathan, come to Clitheroe after five years in Southport where she had charge of two church­ es.


Born in the Midlands,


she became a Christian at the age of 15. Her calling to the ministry com­ menced with studies at Queens College, Birming­ ham. The couple have three


sons, one daughter-in-law and two grandchildren. She enjoys cycling, walk­ ing, reading, music, and relaxing in their caravan. She is looking fonvard to


all the activities associated with getting to know a new church - leading wor­ ship, meeting people, ecu­ menical work with other churches. She particularly enjoys working with chil­ dren. Next Thursday there is


a service of welcome for Mrs Basterfield at Trinity Methodist Church at 7-30 p.m. The service will include the induction of John Davies as senior cir­ cuit steward, and of David Bowker as circuit steward. The service on Septem­


ber 4th will be at 10-30 a.m. and includes Holy Communion.


Shoppers’


fund-raiser A COLLECTION at a Clitheroe store raised money for the work of the Salvation Army locally. A total of £800 was


raised at Booths and Capt. Elizabeth Smith, of the Clitheroe branch of the Salvation Army, thanked customers, staff and all those who had been involved in supporting the collection.


British runner home in a new personal best time of two hours, 31 minutes and 26 seconds. The 32-year-old, the niece of well-known


Clitheroe personality Mr John Myers, also picked up a bronze medal in the women’s team event. Born in Oxford, Mara made her international debut for Britain at the 1997 European CC Championships, but dropped out of athletics for a few years while she worked as a diplomat in Japan for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. She was married while in Japan and returned to


racing in England with great success in 2003. Earli­ er this year, Mara achieved the second best British female runner in the London Marathon - finishing only 14 minutes behind record winner Paula Rad­ cliffe. Speaking about her most recent achievement, she


said: “I am just really pleased. “It was very exciting to compete in the World Championships and win the bronze medal. “I would like to thank all my family and friends


that supported me during the race.” Mara took up running while studying at Oxford


University. She currently works for the Foreign Office in London. In the past, she has worked at the embassy in Tokyo and worked on Hungarian and Slovakian issues in London. Mara’s father, Mr Myers, is a world-famous scien­


tist. The former Clitheroe Royal Grammar School pupil is renowned as one of the world’s leading ecol­ ogists and has a string of accolades behind him. Mara often visits the Ribble Valley to see her


cousins. Looking ahead, she is now preparing to take part


in the Great North Run next month before tackling the Commonwealth Games next year. .


Health centre’s fond farewell to popular Ghristine


FRIENDS and colleagues at Clitheroe Health Centre bade farewell to a popnlar district nurse. Mrs Christine Harg­


reaves, of Whinney Lane, Langho, took early retire­ ment last month due to ill- health after 16 years of service at the health centre. At a presentation, she


said she had enjoyed every minute of working for the NHS and said she will miss all her colleagues and patients. Her commitment and


dedication has been praised by acting team leader Mrs Liz McGladdery. She com­ mented: “Christine has been a much-valued mem­ ber of staff and she will be sorely missed. “Over the years, she has


been very dedicated to her work and everyone scorns to like her and have a lot of respect for her.” Our picture shows Chris­


tine (centre) with her friends and colleagues dur­ ing the farewell presenta­ tion. (s)


Volunteer training


FREE training is available for volunteers involved with groups throughout the Ribble Valley. More information about


the issues that affect all community groups, such as fund-raising, organising committees and committee meetings, recruiting new members and managing finances will be hot topics. Hyndbum and Ribble Val­ ley CVS is working with Bootstrap Enterprises (a local voluntary organisa­ tion which has been provid­ ing training for voluntary and community groups for several years) to let people know about some of their forthcoming training ses­ sions that cover a wide range of topics affecting community organisations. The training sessions are


open to anyone involved in activities with voluntary, community or faith groups in their area. During the sessions everyone has the chance to get involved and find out more about the topic being covered in an informal and relaxed way. The sessions also provide a great opportunity to meet with others from different groups to share ideas and experiences. Representatives from


local groups have given some really positive feed­ back about the sessions that they have attended, such as: “A very interesting and informative session, a lot of helpful information and ideas” Charges do apply for the courses, but the good news is that Hyn- dburn and Ribble Valley CVS are sponsoring a limit­ ed number of places for Ribble Valley groups.” Places are still available


on sessions in September and October including: •Assertiveness


in


Groups • Promoting Diversity


and Challenging Discrimi­ nation • Financial Planning • Developing Fundrais­


ing Skills • Communication Skills ® Project planning For more information on


the training sessions, con­ tact Claire Tindall at Boot­ strap Enterprises on 01254 680 367, or for details of how to apply for a spon­ sored place, contact Liz Islam at Hyndburn and Ribble Valley CVS on 0120042995.


Car damage


VANDALS snapped the wing mirror of a Rover saloon parked in Little- moor Road, Clitheroe. More than £50 damage


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was caused when the vehi­ cle was targeted between 9- 45 p.m. on Friday and 645 a.m. on Saturday. In a sep­ arate incident, more than £1,000 damage was caused when offenders punched the panels of a caravan parked in Littlemoor Road.


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"A HAPPY family affair" is how landlord Norman Atty described the barbe­ cue held at the Dog Inn, Whalley, on Sunday. The event, organised by


Whalley Chamber of Trade, was sponsored by Moorhouses Brewery and Tyldesleys butchers in the village. About £200 was raised


to support the Drop In Centre for young people, in Accrington Road. Our pictures show young


Nico and Bruno Baro tucking into their “barbie” treats (D210805/3a) and Jeff Pollard getting ready to enjoy his tasty portion (D210805/3b).


Here’s the new Mr Pickwick


By Faiza Afzaal


WITH four months until Whalley’s Pickwick Night fes­ tivities, preparations are already under way for a bigger


and better event. New chairman of the Pickwick


Committee, Mr Neil Martin, (pic­ tured) is confident that this year’s Pickwick Night mil be just as suc­ cessful as last years - if not better. The 32-year-old, of Woodfield


View, Whalley, has taken over from retiring chairman, Mr Henry Shepherd, who headed last year’s show, which was declared a record breaker. Mr Martin, who works as a sys­


tems’ analyst for a firm in Black­ burn, said it is early days yet, but committee members are working tirelessly to offer the best enter­ tainment possible for visitors. He commented: “We are hoping to have the same number of stalls


on show as last year. “However, the aim of the night is


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which VIP guest will kick-start the celebrations. Meetings are still being held and we should have a clearer picture of the attractions on offer in a few weeks time.” Since 1998, the Pickwick Com­


mittee has raised £23,500 for a number of local worthy causes. Sponsored by local businesses,


Pickwick Night is held in Decem­ ber and gives thousands of visitors a chance to flock to Whalley and enjoy an authentic 19th Century atmosphere. Brass bands, steam organs, fire-eaters, jugglers and school choirs have all been part of the line-up in previous years. During the Christmas event,


to try and get as many people as possible into Whalley and raise huge amounts of money in aid of local charities. “In an attempt to achieve this,


we are working with a number of Ribble Valley organisations to pro­ vide good entertainment. “This year’s event will, hopeful­


ly, include shire horses and talks are currently being held about


shops stay open until 9 p.m. with traders dressed in Victorian-style dress as they sell Yuletide gifts. For visitors , there are various stalls and old-fashioned fairground attractions. Mr Martin, who has been a


member of the Pickwick Commit­ tee for the past four years, added this year’s event would definitely be something to look forward to.


All the low-down on tax over breakfast


COUPLES concerned about inher­ itance tax are invited to a break­ fast seminar hosted by three of the region’s leading professional service


firms. Wealth management and inheri­


tance tax experts at Forbes Solici­ tors, Barclays Premier Banking


and Gerrard Investment Manage­ ment Ltd, will host the seminar on Thursday, September 29th, at Stanley House Hotel, Mellon It looks at a typical Lancashire


family who in time will face an inheritance bill of several hundred thousand pounds. The presenta­


tion starts at 8-30 a.m. and con­ cludes at 10 a.m., with specialists on hand afterwards for one-to-one advice over breakfast. To book your free place or to


receive further details, please con­ tact Michelle Kelly at Forbes Solicitors on 01254 222394.


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