10 Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, Thursday, November 9th, 2006


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Presentation The annual dinner and presentation night of Bolton-by-Bowland CC was held in the village hall. Chair­ man Mr Alan


admired by visiting held in the library on teams.


November 30th from


The AGM will take 2 to4pm. place in the village The Christmas party hall on November for senior citizens will 23rd at 8 p.m.


CHATBURN Parish council


Because of a youth pol­ icy, the average age of players had dropped from 48 to 36. The Sunday team captain Simon Reynolds ensured tha t the


thanked various peo-_ pie who had helped with social events.


Clements welcomed At the meeting of everyone


and Chatburn Parish


Council, members were informed that in an effort to raise


held on Saturday, November 25th, in the school hall from 2 to 4-30 p.m.


President Mrs Boson- net presented tro­ phies to: Ryan Kelly (bowling), Chris Seed (batting), Peter Ive- son (midweek per­ formance), Philip Smalley (best catch), Joe Bunyan (best fielder), Chris Billows (most improved play- ers. er and players’ play- Janet and the staff and er), Colin and Alan residents of the


Darlington (chair­ man’s award), Mick Smalley (clubman of the year).


■ ue to prepare the ground for matches


Mick Smalley and Dougie Moss contin-


young players were Stalls will include ones encouraged. The featuring jewellery. Thursday team was captained by Tim Reynolds.


bric-a- brae, second­ hand books, home­ made cakes, a tombo­ la and many more. Anyone who has fund­ raising ideas, would like to help on the day or make a dona­ tion should call Mar­ jorie Birch on 441549, Margaret Jackson on 441413 or call in at the butch-


Manor House are holding a giant Christmas bingo ses­ sion on Wednesday, December 6th, and


and its condition and A mince pie and coffee location are often afternoon is being


This year the Christ­ mas tree will be put in place on Sunday, December 10th. Any­ one who is able to help should be at the post office from 10 a.m. Mrs Riley pro­ vides some excellent coffee for the helpers.


be held on December '9th.


Green Award to School leaves Chat- improve the Keys burn Post Office at Brook conservation 19-05, returning to area. The details of Chatbum at 21-33. this award were For further informa- brought to the coun- tion, call Louis cil's notice by Mr Neville on 01254 Botterill, who moni- 824544.


fhevillai^cTod!‘'a^ At the meeting, John British L c g io n auLm n f I f rv JS b e


that all the evening classes in the village hall had been fully subscribed and would continue after Christ­ mas. He also reported that the village hall


A letter was discussed regarding the possi­ bility of a new foot­ path in the field behind Crow Trees


seminars.


half of the proceeds A letter has been sent will go towards the to Barnfield Develop- repairof the clock. ments seeking per­ mission for the coun­ cil to apply for a


area by Castle Cement. Mr Dykes, Ribble Valley Local Nature Reserve Offi­ cer, will attend the parish council meet­ ing in November to provide more details of this proposal.


The annualLmem


tors the wildlife in the ChOCCy n ig h t Mums, grandmas. . . . .


berance service of the Chatburn and Dis­ trict Branch of the Royal British Legion


are


will be held in Down- There is no entrance ham Parish Church fee. For details con- on Sunday.


tact Nicola Bamber


r .r meeting, and to mflrfpK tn ho worn At the meeting of


medals to be worn. Transport can be provide - please call Mandy Brennan - 44155.1


Brow joining the Vbuth Club path from the Ribble A youth club held in Way to the nature Bowland High


School is open young people Chatburn aged 11 to 16 and meets on Monday evenings between 7-15 and 9- 15 p.m. Activities include drama, art, dance, self-defence, sports and games. Information and advice is also avail­ able. Bus service 204 for Bowland High


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evening of Shopping in Wh^ig and The Sidings


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*proceeds from the raffle will go to Rainbow House


An Evening of Shopping in Whalley & The Sidings On Tuesday7 14th November


From King SlreetTo'ipie, Sid Have' a glass of wine, a tea or coffee and join in the fun with'mSgicians. ,7 '' community.


balloon twisters, face painters and more, to make this a memorabie evening. %


Old favourites like Holts, Cosgroves, Check Mate, along with newcomers PoshU,


CC2Moda, Theofanos, and Breda Murphys. All these, and many more, are waiting to attend to your needs, offering expert advice attdJeryice at this one-off event.


all have something different on offer. Find that speciai


something. Book a cookery course or kit yourself out. It’s all available in this small, unique village. Over th|; lak couple of years, a number of businesses have been revamped or changed’pwner;-.iwth lots of new and innovative ideas, offering a wider choice


to Guest speaker was Mr of


Chatbum Methodist Church Women’s Fel­ lowship, Mrs Doris Giles led the singing of “Crown Him with Many Crowns”, accompanied by Mrs Marjorie Wilkinson,


T l for a wonderful talk.


he next meeting will VvniSI QllVe be on Wednesday The annual whist and when the speaker will domino drive of Dun-


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be Mrs Jean Jackson. CHIPPING


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sop Bridge WI was held in the village hall.


Shopping trip Chipping Welfare Committee’s annual evening Christmas shopping trip to Pre­ ston is on Wednesday, Whist winners were: November 29th. A. Ladies - Mary couple of hours will Edwards, Mrs M. be spent in Preston Cartwright,


J. before returning to Waddington. Gents


A pie and peas supper was served by mem­ bers and president Mrs B. Clarkson pre­ sented prizes and thanked everyone who had helped or donated gifts.


Neil liirpin, of Chat­ burn, who read a poem entitled “The Tea Dance”, which he said he heard on one of his Saga cruis­ es. His first Saga cruise was to Scandi­ navia, Lurbeck in Germany and the Tivoli Gardens in Denmark. He also visited Sweden and Finland. Mrs Giles thanked Mr Turpin


“choccy evening” in Chatbum CE School on November 17th at 7-15 p.m.


invited to a ews from the Villages


the village for refresh­ ments. The coach will leave Chipping bus stop at 5 p.m. All res­ idents of Chipping, Thornley, Leagram, Little Bowland and Chaigley aged 60 and over are eligible to attend with partners.


on the list in Chip­ ping Post Office as soon as possible, as only 33 seats are available on the coach. For further details, contact Mar­ tin and Barbara But­ ters on 01995-61586.


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Parish council A public meeting will be held by Chipping Parish (Council on November 28th at 8 p.m. in the upstairs room of the village hall to discuss alter­ ations to the war memorial area.


It is proposed to build a wall at the back of the war memorial to replace the hedge, renew the front con­ crete pillars, provide a seating area and complete some mod­ est landscaping. Inquiries: tel. Jayne Marginson 01995 61382.


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Dominoes: Gilbert Berry, Sylvia Walker, Frank Mason, R. Anderton, R. Woods, Mary Beattie, Myra Briggs, Phyllis Dain­ ty. Raffle: Mrs M. Edwardson, Mr E. Nowell, Mrs A. Har­ greaves, Mr J. Pinder, Mrs J. Robinson, Mr P. Metcalf, Mr F. Mason.


- B. Waddington, J. Kenyon, E. Ireland.


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Remembrance There will be a service of Remembrance with Holy Commu­ nion in St Ambrose Church on Sunday at 9-30 a.m.


This will be a joint service with the Methodist church, during which ivreaths will be laid at the war memorial.


Candlelight Tickets are sellng well for the candlelight supper to be held on November 24th in Sawley Village Hall, but there are still a few left, available from Mrs Carole Pye on 01200 441507 or any St Ambrose Church member.


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The lunch consists of a hot main course fol­ lowed by a choice of desserts with a cup of tea or coffee to follow. A minimum donation of £3 is requested to cover the cost of the meal with surplus funds supporting the work of the church.


Munch Grindleton Methodist Church would like to invite residents to its mid-month munch next Wednesday.


Contact Mark or Karen Sleet on 01200 422392 to book your place, which helps with catering;


WI birthday Tonight, Grindleton WI members are meeting at the Spread Eagle, Sawley, for the birthday party at 6-30 for 7 p.m. If you have any difficulty with trans­ port, contact one of the committee.


HURST GREEN


End of slide The slide in Hurst Green’s playground has reached the end


Waste paper The usual waste paper collection will take place in Grindleton today. Contributions of all types of paper including newspaper, magazines and junk mail, can be left in the enclosure at the top of Back Lane, near the chapel wall.


of its useful life and parish councillors must plan for its immediate replace­ ment.


That was the s tark news from the Royal Society for the Pre­ vention of Accidents after its inspection of the playground’s facilities, and now the parish council is hoping for a good turnout a t an open meeting to discuss the situation.


Saturday at 7-30 p.m I t will be led by a


group called Tabuka


described as “a sur­ prising blond of Klezmer and Euro­ pean grooves with a dash of English, Irish


and Breton materi­ al”.


Chairman Mr Peter Butterfield outlined the situation, advis­ ing villagers th a t a ( ia h a rp t


Tickets, including a hot-pot supper, are £7 for adults and £3 for children, with a family ticket costing £20. They are avail­ able a t the village shop or by calling Kath Molyneux (826898).


Mr Butterfield is opti­ mistic that villagers will pull together to


already had offers of donations, and pro­ poses that an appeal should be launched. “Last year’s Tsunami Appeal showed that there's a good com-


sure people will want to help preserve the playground,” he said.


Anyone interested in the playground's


new slide would cost „ £4,500 and that the I'ollowing last year's annual parish pre- PoPuMr cabaret cept, which is spent mainly on parish insurance bills and maintenance, only contributes £4,000 to the council’s coffers.


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evening, which raised £1,300 for the vil­ lage's


appeal, organisers are hoping for similar success this year, in aid of the village hall's ailing heating system.


raise the necessary A variety of acts are money: he has Promised at the Boiler Bash” on


November 18th, including ladies of the WI “as never seen before” and pupils from St Joseph's School.


munity sp ir it in Tickets cost £8, includ- Hurst Green, and I'm 'og a hot-pot supper.


and are available from Barbara Herd (01254 826350)and Gill McDonnell (01254 826378).


future, or wishing to FOSSlI F u n help raise money, Rachel Jackson, cura-


woulds be welcome tor of Clitheroe Cas- at the meeting, to be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, November 20th, in the village hall.


Remembrance On Sunday; a Remem­ brance Day service will be held at Hurst Green’s War Memor­ ial. The parade will leave the village hall


tie Museum, is com­ ing to Hurst Green to run an afternoon of “Fossil Fun” on Sun­ day, November 19th.


The event is organised by members of All Stars and Spangles, the children's group at St John's Church, and will be held in the church hall.


car park a t 10-45 Children are advised to a.m., in time to reach wear old clothes as the war memorial for the Last Post a t 11 a.m.


Various village organi­ sations, including the Mothers' Union, WI, bowling club and the primary school, will be represented in the


Combined Cadet Force from Stony- hurst College with the College's concert band leading the music.


On


Armistice Day, wreaths will be laid on the war graves in St John's Church-


Saturday,


parade, along with The organisers would the veterans and the like an idea of num­ bers attending. Con­ tact Mrs Caroline Holden (01254 826316) by this Sun­ day if you are com­ ing. The event runs from 3 to 5-30 p.m.


lumps of clay are involved. The cost is £2 per child or £5 for families of three or more, and there will be'a Jacob’s join for which food on a fossil theme would be wel­ come.


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D ra g o n ta lk Over £100 was raised


for the funds of Knowle Green Vil­ lage Hall at a talk entitled, “Ribchester and the Dragon Con­ nection” by Mr Alan Davis. The event was well-attended.


The next talk to the History of Warfare Group will be on December 8th when the subject will be the battle of Bull Run, the first battle of the American Civil War.


Open gardens A meeting will be held in Knowle Green Vil­ lage Hall on Novem­ ber 20th at 7-30 p.m. for those wishing to participate in the open gardens event next July. For infor­ mation, call 01254 878447.


Concert The luncheon concert in Knowle Green Vil­ lage Hall next Thur- day will feature Panos Karan on piano. To book for


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Whist drive


Whist and dominoes will be played in Knowle Green Vil­ lage Hall on Monday at 7-30 p.m.


Remembrance Remembrance Sunday in Knowle Green C o n g reg a t io n a l Church will com­ mence with a service at the war memorial at 10-50 a.m. A spe­ cial invitation is issued to the family members of the men named on the memo­ rial.


The church’s Christ­ mas fair will be held in the village hall on November 18th from 11a.m. to 2 p.m.


There will be a variety of stalls and refresh­ ments will be avail­ able.


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Waste paper The waste paper skip will once again be available at St Leonard's CE Prima­ ry School, Langho, from tomorrow at 3 p.m. until Monday morning. All paper and card welcome - no plastic bags please. If depositing shredded paper, please contain in boxes or paper bags. Proceeds go to PTA fund for the children of the primary school.


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Due to demand a tri­ alling skip will be held every two weeks instead of every month, therefore the next skips are planned for weekends commencing: Friday, November 24th and Friday, December 8th. Future skip dates to be con­ firmed.


Holy services The Rev. David Noblet will conduct both the 9 a.m. Holy Commu­ nion and the fO-30


a.m. Remembrence Day, with parade services in St Leonard's Church, Langho, on Sunday. An informal house group meeting on Christian life will be held in church on Wednesday at 7 p.m. The talk will be enti­ tled "Treasure With­ in".The Christmas fair to be held in Langho and Billing- ton Community Cen­ tre, on Saturday, November 25th will be open from If a.m.


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Members of Mellor Parish Council, under the chairman­ ship of Coun. Noel Walsh, were pleased to greet beat officer PC Amanda Gibbons and hear her report


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especially since the recent theft from the local Spar shop. At the moment no progress can be reported, but investi­ gations continue.


The village roads were overwhelmed and car park access was haz­ ardous.


Concern was expressed about the flu jab arrangements in the village hall when over 650 patients attend­ ed, many from out­ side the village and mostly arriving by car.


It was decided to con­ tact the local practice manager to suggest that future sessions, when even more peo­ ple were expected,


The annual problem of the overgrowing hedge adjoining Mel­ lor Lane, the village's main road, was raised as was the encroach­ ment of growth .on the Myre Ash foot- path.These matters were referred to LCC for attention.


should be staggered to avoid these traffic problems.


MELLOR BROOK


Mellor Brook Commu­ nity Centre has been under going re-deco- ration and now has new paint work and blinds.


The question of hold­ ing Police and Com­ munity Together meetings as part of council meetings was discussed and it was agreed that, although fully supported, these must be held sepa­ rately and be organ­ ised by the police offi-


On Sunday, a good night was had by all at the Frankly Sina­ tra show. Many locals and friends from fur­ ther afield, enjoyed a "Las Vegas" cabaret night. I t was partly supported by Spot On, Lancashire's Rural Touring Net­ work and promoted by Shamrock Promo­ tions.


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