2 Clitheroe Advertiser &Times, Thursday, December 7th, 2006


INSIDE YOUR CLITHEROE ADVERTISER AND TIMES


■ Valley Matters .................................. 4,5 I Village News ............................12,13,14 ■ Letters.............................................16,18 iWeekendplus............................19,20,21 I Pawsing Pets ................................27-30 I Family Notices..............................24,25 I Readersplus.........................................31 I Motors Today................................45-53 I Sport...........................................22,54-56


AT A GLANCE... Village store to close - page 8


Thumbs up for dinners - page 10 No verdict in stab case - page 15 400 digital cameras stolen - page 23


INFORMATION


Duly chcmisl'.Boots the Chemist, 15-19 Castle Street, Clitheroe: Sunday, noon to 1 p.m. Police: 01200 443344. Fire: In emergency 999 and ask for fire service. Electricity: 0800 1954141. Gas: 0800 111999. Water: 0845 462200. Councils: Ribble Valley Borough Council, Clitheroe 425111. Clitheroe Town Council, 424722. Hospitals: Blackburn Royal Infirmary: 01254 263555. Queen's Park Hospital, Blackburn: 01254 263555. Airedale General Hospital, Steeton: 01535 652511. Clitheroe Community Hospital: 427311. Alcohol Information Centre: 01282 416655. Aidsline: 01282 831101 (7 p.m. to 9 p.m.). Domestic Violence Helpline: 01282 4220^. Cruse Bereavement Care: Ribble Valley 01200 429346. Environmental Agency: Emergencies - 0800 807060. Drugs: Local confidential advice and information line: 01200 444484. National: 0800 776600. Ribble Valley Talking Newspaper: 01200 428604. Samaritans: 01254 662424. Monthly Volunteer Helpline: 01200 422721. Lancashire Rural Stress Network: 01200 427771. QUEST (specialist smoking cessation service): 01254 358095. Ribble Valley Citizens’ Advice Bureau: 01200 428966.


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WEEKEND WEATHER: There will be heavy show­ ers once again with temperatures dipping to 8°C.


SUNRISE: 8-10 a.m. SUNSET: 3-50 p.m. LIGHTING UP TIME: 3-20 p.m.


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Sarah’s close shave will boost charity


__________ by Julie Magee


A HAIRDRESSING student from Clitheroe has had her hair shaved off to raise money for Cancer Research UK. Sarah Pollard (25), of Kenilworth Drive,


Clitheroe, took the phrase “here today”, or rather “hair today, gone tomorrow” a bit too literally when she had her head shaved by one of her hairdressing course tutors at Blackburn College on Friday. Miss Pollard, who is in the final year of her


two-year hairdressing course, raised a total of £2,000 through the sponsored event. She was supported throughout by her


mother Kath Pollard, co-owner of Lords shoe shop. Moor Lane, Clitheroe. The business, where Miss Pollard works part-time when she is not studying, donated 50p to the charity from every pair of shoes sold. “A family friend is receiving treatment for


cancer at the moment, which encouraged me to do this,” Miss Pollard explained.


CRGS pair’s fund-raiser


A FUND-RAISER featuring music by members of the Clitheroe Royal Gram­ mar School Swing Band will be held this weekend to help two pupils embark on their charity missions. Meghan Hardman and Edward Rice


(both 17), who attend Clitheroe Royal Grammar School sixth-form centre, are hosting a charity evening at West Bradford Village Hall to help rebuild the lives of people less fortunate than themselves. Meghan, of Limefield Avenue,


Whalley, is planning to spend 10 weeks in Namibia next summer as part of the Raleigh International project to raise awareness of conservation issues, while


Witness appeal after alleged sexual assault


A 24-YEAR-OLD Accrington man has been arrested and appeared before Blackburn magistrates charged with two counts of serious sexual assaul following an incident in the early hours of Monday. The case was sent to Blackburn


Crown Court for plea and case man­ agement hearing. The defendant, Mohammed Shazan, of Fountain Street, was given unconditional bail until April 4th 2007. Police say the incident happened


at 2-40 a.m. on Monday when an 18- year-old Clitheroe girl was walking along Pimlico Road after a night out with friends. The victim was confronted by the


attacker who allegedly took her into a car park at the rear of the Waggon and Horses pub. Det. Sgt Nigel Watson of


Clitheroe CID said: “We are appeal­ ing for witnesses to this attack to come forward and contact Clitheroe CID on 01200 458741.”


her friend, Edward, of Gisburn, will spend three weeks in Indonesia helping to carry out similar work. The duo have organised the charity


concert in a bid to raise enough money enabling them to complete the proj­ ects. The concert begins at 7-30 p.m. on


Saturday and attractions during the evening include a hot supper and wine. Tickets are priced £8.50 for adults and £5 for children and students. Please call 01254 824856 or 01200


445444 if you would like further infor­ mation about the event or are wishing to pledge support towards the worthy cause.


Pendle Club latest


BRIDGE winners at the Pendle Club were Mrs Marilyn Wood, Mrs Jackie Pilling, Mrs Marjorie Collier, Mrs Jean Walmsley. Experienced players welcome every Mon­


day at 1-30 p.m. Solo whist players at the Pendle Club were:


p.m. ■ Domino winners were: Mrs M. Parkes, P.


Mrs M. Parker, Mrs. D. Knight, Mrs D. Farnsworth. New members welcome every Monday at 7


Metcalfe, joint 3rd, B. Holden and R. Seed, 5th H. Wolfenden.


p.m. Sequence dancing is held every Tuesday at


7-30 p.m. and line dancing every Thursday at 1-30 p.m.


Bridge club results


WINNERS at Clitheroe Bridge Club on Monday evening were: NS B. Guha and Use Park, Deanna Atkinson and Robin Atkinson. EW J. Pawlicki and John Renton, Chris Pol­ lard and Janet Bailey. On Thursday evening winners were: NS B.


Guha and John K. Pollard, Adrian Norris and William Norris. EW Jean Taylor and Muriel Bainbridge, Marjorie Lawley and Jessie Teller.


CP New members welcome every Friday at 7 “I would like to thank everyone who spon­


sored me and Blackburn College for its sup­ port.” Our picture shows Miss Pollard before, left, and after, above, (s)


Candles at the Castle for heritage scheme


RESIDENTS in Ribble Valley are gearing up for a major Christmas event at Clitheroe Castle on Sun­ day. “Candles at the Castle”


will feature a festive farm­ ers’ market and lantern procession through the town centre. It is being hosted by the


Keepers of the Castle group to raise funds towards the £3.2m. Clitheroe Castle Heritage Scheme. The High Sheriff of


Lancashire, Peter Robin­ son, with Ribble Valley Mayor Coun. Peter Ainsworth and a carnival band vrill lead the proces­ sion through the town centre to the Clitheroe Castle Labyrinth. I t will


be candlelit and there will be a carol-singing session there. Ribble Valley Council’s


tourism and arts officer, Rebecca Kay, said: “The lantern procession was held for the first time last year. I t was spectacular and we are hoping this year’s event will be even bigger and better. “The labyrinth will be


lit up to create a very enchanting scene and we hope as many people as possible will take part.” Lantern-making work­


shops have been held at schools throughout Ribble Valley in preparation for the event, which is expect­ ed to attract hundreds of youngsters and their par­ ents.


WHAT DO YOU THINE? GIVEN current concern about binge drinking and


this week’s message that one in five couples in the North West believe that their partner drinks too much, do you think that the council’s “altn8” scheme could make a difference? See letters, page 18.


Take part in our online poll vote by clicking on to www.clitheroeloday.co.uk


The response to last week’s website vote: “Was Chris


Stammers right to resign or has he made a rash deci­ sion?” resulted in 42% saying yes and 57% saying no.


• PARISHIONERS from St James’ C of E Church in Clitheroe are offering a free gift wrapping service this Saturday at the United Reformed Church, Clitheroe between 11 a.m. and 1-30 p.m. Meanwhile, a Christmas carol service will take place at Paythorne Methodist Church on Sunday, December 17th at 2 p.m.


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Brave Declan named charity’s Little Star


story and picture by Julie Magee


A BRAVE youngster, who was diagnosed with a tumour on his spine when he was just 18 months old, has been honoured as


a Little Star by Cancer Research UK. Declan Tattersall, from Grindleton, is


believed to have been bom with the tumour. The plucky youngster, who is now six,


underwent surgery at the Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital in Pendlebury, Manches­ ter, to remove as much of the tumour as possi­ ble. Declan then faced the long battle to learn


to walk again. A further scan revealed that the part of the


tumour, which had proved inopera,ble, was starting to grow and Declan needed intensive chemotherapy treatment for three months. Declan, who has a younger sister called


Libby, continued to receive chemotherapy treatment for a further 12 months and lost his


hair. The St Michael and St John’s RC Primary


School pupil now needs six monthly scans to ensure he is cancer free.


Father Christmas starts festivities


A SEASONAL Santa train is on track to bring festive fun this Sat­


urday. Father Christmas is taking


time out of his hectic schedule to help Ribble Valley Rail and Northern Rail with their Santa Special Services. As well as appearing on this


Saturday’s train, he will also be on board two trains next Satur­ day. Santa will be joining Clitheroe- bound trains at Blackburn at 11-


48 a.m. and 2-48 p.m. stopping at Ramsgreave and Wilpshire, Langho and Whalley, arriving in Clitheroe at 12-15 p.m. and 5-15


p.m. To cope with expected demand


an extra carriage will be added to these trains. As well as being decorated with


streamers and balloons, the trains will be staffed by Ribble Valley Rail volunteers and Northern Rail employees. Father Christmas will visit all


Injured paperboy back home


A TEENAGER who was involved in a collision with a car while on his early-morning paper round is back home recovering. And according to his family he is in “great spirit” and looking for­


ward to Christmas. Glenn Matthews (14), of Somer­


set Avenue, Clitheroe, was wel­ comed home by his parents, David and Carole, and 11-year-old broth­ er, Bradley, on Friday, having spent four weeks at Pendlebury Children’s Hospital in Manchester and three weete in Royal Preston Hospital. The Ribblesdale High School


Technology College pupil sus­ tained serious head and arm injuries after the accident on Octo­ ber 12th as he crossed Chatburn Road - just yards from his home. He was rushed to Blackburn


Royal Hospital and later trans­ ferred to Pendlebury Children’s Hospital, in Manchester, where he underwent a series of investiga­ tions including MRI scans and x- rays, which revealed a fractured skull and a broken arm along with several other less serious injuries. Earlier this week, Mrs


Matthews, who works as afsuper- visor for the breakfast and after­


school clubs at Edisford Primary School, said everyone was thrilled to welcome Glenn home. “The past two months have


been very difficult for our family, but we have pulled together,” she


commented. “Glenn is pleased to be home


before Christmas and is in great spirit. He has done remarkably well and during his stay in hospital was always smiling. “His release from hospital has


meant that he has been able to cel­ ebrate his 14th birthday on Tues­ day (December 5th) at home. “He is on the road to recovery


with a rehabilitation programme and walking very well. He has coped very well with everything that’s happened and is looking for­ ward to returning to school hope­


fully in the New Year.” Mrs Matthews went on to thank


family, friends and neighbours for their unstinting support and mes­ sages of goodwill since the acci­


dent. She added: “The support we


have had from people has been absolutely overwhelming. Every­ one has been so supportive and we cannot thank them enough.”


the children, giving them a goody bag and asking what they would like on Christmas morning and adults will receive a mince pie and a glass of sherry. Normal fares will apply and are


valid on all services between Northern stations. Advanced booking is not required and there is no extra charge for these servic­


es. For further informaton visit


RVR’s website www.ribbleval- leyrail.co.uk.


Ex-policeman is cleared


A FORMER police officer has been cleared of allegations that he sexu­ ally assaulted a young girl some years ago by a jury at Preston Crown Ccourt. It had been claimed that ‘William Black indecently touched the girl at


an allotment. But he told a jury that no such incident took place and his defence counsel suggested during cross- examination of the female that she had been seeking attention. The 73-year-old defendant, of


Whalley Road, Read, had denied two charges of indecent assault, dat­


ing from the 1990s. At Preston Crown Court, Miss


Jane Dagnall (prosecution) claimed Black had sexually assaulted the girl when she visited the allotment


at Read. The defendant had been the local


police officer and he kept hens, chickens and geese on his allotment, which children would visit to feed the animals. I t was alleged that he twice indecently assaulted her and afterwards gave her sweets and told her not to tell anyone. He was found not guilty of both charges at the end of a week-long trial.


Although his spine has been left with a slight curve, it is hoped that physiotherapy


will help him fully recover. Declan’s mum. Lea Tattersall, who is study­


ing nursing at the University of Lancashire in Preston, said: “Declan is our Little Star. He has never complained throughout his treat­ ment and when we held family parties, he would be sick one minute because of his chemotherapy treatment and then up dancing


the next minute. “He was over the moon to receive his Little


Star award and certificate as it’s signed by Ashley Cole and Declan is a big fan of his.” Declan’s grandma Marjorie Tattersall, of


Cringle Way Clitheroe, who nominated her grandson for the award, added: “He just real­


ly deserves the award.” Cancer Research UK regional spokes­


woman, Jane Bullock, said: “Declan|s whole family has proved to be very brave and remained positive throughout the most chal­


lenging of situations. “I t ’s very sad that the first three years of


his life have been spent in and out of hospital, but it’s great news that Declan is now such a


lively youngster and well on the way to a full


recovery.” The charity is calling on parents, friends


and relatives to put forward the name of a Lit­ tle Star who is dear to them for special recog­ nition in the run up to Christmas. It can be any youngster, aged 16 or under, who continues to sparkle after being diag­


nosed with cancer. Each and every child nominated will receive


the accolade in the form of a Little Star tro­ phy, a certificate signed by a host of celebri­ ties including Kylie Minogue and a family cinema ticket for a film of their choice cour­ tesy of Cineworld Cinemas. Only one nomina­ tion per child is necessary. Nominating a “Little Star” could not be


easier. Simply call Jane Bullock on 07810 505535 or email jane.bullock@cancer.org.uk for a nomination form. Nominations for the 2006/7 Little Star awards must be received by February 28th, 2007. Our picture shows Declan with his grand­


ma at the family home in Grindleton. (CR051206-2)


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