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Bus service removal is big loss to villages


I AM moved to write to you to ask that you highlight the great loss suf­ fered by us village dwellers following the great reduction in our communi­ ty bus service. This service was a lifeline to those


of us who do not drive and have no regular bus service in their village. Because of the community bus ser­


vice’s loss of funding, the five-day full-time service which was already insufficient for the number of people wishing to use it, has been reduced to three days part-time and consequent­ ly the very many people who regular­ ly travelled with them are now vying for use of the bus for the three (short) days tha t it now operates. This means that it is virtually impossible to have the bus in order to get into Clitheroe for appointments, let alone to shop or socialise. I believe that the only business in


Clitheroe to contribute to the cost of this service was Castle Cement, who have nothing to gain from us. What about the shops and super­


markets who benefit from the money th a t we spend? Why do they not come forward to contribute? Finally, what happened to the


Government’s much trumpeted intent of getting people out of their cars and on to buses. What buses? CAROL HILL, Pendleton


Please return my


daughter’s bike! IT is 10 p.m. on Monday, October 9th and I have just returned home after searching for my daughter’s bike


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Write to: The Editor, Clitheroc Advertiser and Times, 3 King Street, Clithcroe BB72EW Editorial e-mail; vivien.meath@eastlancsncws.co.uk


which was taken from Colthurst Drive around 7-45 p.m. Everyone was very helpful in look­


ing for this bike, but to no avail. I have reported it stolen. However, I would say to the person responsible, return the bike to where it was taken, or leave it somewhere on the estate for us to find. Or if anyone has seen this bike, it is lilac with white wheel brack­ ets. It also h a s" BREEZE" across its bar. I worked hard to pay for that bike for my daughter. She had to wait a long while for it. It is usually locked away safely. It had only been left for a few min­


utes outside a friend’s house. It is in very good condition and is an adult size, ladies’ bike. It seemed a bit odd that her bike was the one targeted when a number of bikes were out in front gardens all over the estate. If anyone knows where my daughter's bike is, could they please let the police know. So near to Christmas, it would be nice if this could be resolved posi­ tively for my daughter. SUZANNE HAMNETT, Cringle Way, Clilhcroc


I endorse concerns


of the reverend IF I am allowed a corollary to the exchange of opinions regarding what


we may conveniently term drink-driv­ ing, I would like to assure the Rev. Canon Dr Peter Shepherd th a t I understand and endorse the concerns of his letter. My concern is that the Reverend is


confined within the straitjacket of his statistics and mathematical percent­ ages. Neither do I endorse the habitu­ al drunkard setting off from the pub and driving with reckless indifference, without regard to the safety of others. I like to presume I have a perspec­


tive that relates to the character and personality of others. I was compelled to comment on this particular circum­ stance for it involved a person who is convivial and congenial and an appre­ ciated member of the community - a person with a sense of responsibility to be aware whether he could drive safely home, or not. And evidently he could. ROBIN PARKER, Si Chad’s Avenue, Chatburn


A day to remember


our lost little ones ON Sunday, October 29th, the annu­ al ecumenical Service of Light to remember our babies and children who have died will take place at St Joseph’s Church, Audley, at 2-30 p.m. All parents who have lost little ones.


either in the past year or in years gone by, together with their relatives and friends are most welcome to attend. If you are unable to be present, but would like your little one to be remembered at the service, please ring through the details to the Chaplaincy Office, Royal Blackburn Hospital, on 01254 294807. RONNIE CLARK, Hospital chaplain and co-ordinalor.


Golf day was fitting


tribute to Harry ON behalf of the British Heart Foun­ dation (BHF) I would like to sincerely thank everyone who was involved in organising the Charity Golf Day on Friday, September 15th, in memory of Harry Stephenson, from Wiswell. Harry was only 49 years of age


when, while out jogging just before Christmas, he died of a heart attack. The day raised in excess of £6,000,


which is due to the generosity of everyone attending the event, but I would like to give a special ‘thank you’ to Peter Dawson, one of Harry’s co-directors at D and S Engineering, and to Simon Townsend and John Milligan, who worked tirelessly to ensure the event was the great success it was. The money raised will help the BHF continue its pioneering research


into the causes and treatment of heart disease among men, women and chil­ dren. Thank you to everyone who contributed. CAROLE M cCa r t n e y , BHF fu n d - ra is in g manager for Lan­ cashire.


A trip on Jimmy’s bus was a privilege


. YOUR last week’s editorial obituary regarding “Jimmy” - James Leonard who was a Ribble bus conductor, brought back some happy youthful memories for me. Between 1952 and 1958,1 and sev­


eral contemporaries were travelling to Burnley three evenings each week where we were studying at the then Municipal College. Jimmy was often the conductor and he always made us feel it was a privilege to be travelling on his bus. I always thought he bore a strong


resemblance to Robert Newton, the film actor. He was a man of unfailing courtesy and cheerfulness, moving about the bus dispensing his own unique brand of Irish bonhomie. What an asset he was to the Ribble


bus company, for whom he faithfully served for 25 years. I remember having a conversation


with him in town, shortly after he lost his wife, Elaine, and daughter Anne in a car accident. There wasn’t a trace of bitterness, just a quiet acceptance that sometimes God has an unexpect­ ed agenda tor our lives on earth. Jimmy was truly a lovely Christian


gentleman who. I’m sure enriched the lives of thousands who were privileged to travel with him. DAVID BOWKER, Park Avenue, Clitheroe


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The attractive premises at 42-44 York Street were home for the past 80 years to Pye’s Printing Works and shop. To the front they face Clithcroe Royal Grammar SchooPs Sixth Form Centre, while the rear offers views across town to Pendle Hill.


York Street is a wide street with good access and parking, located with­ in the conservation area and where the fine build­ ings provide a good mix of retail, office and resi­ dential accommodation. The street is set to further develop through the reno­ vation of the former Grand Cinema as a new


arts centre and a proposed new cinema at the St Mary’s Centre, which would be accessed from York Street.


The premises have been skilfully and sympatheti­ cally converted and extended by the develop­ ers and IWA Architects to provide more than 4,000 sq.ft of exceptional office accommodation. Four high quality office suites have been created, rang­ ing in size from 300 to 1,600 sq.ft. Each would be suitable for a wide range of uses, including accountants, designers, dentists or call centres.


They have been equipped to the highest standard, with Category A lighting, quality sanitary fittings including showers, car­ pets and Category 5 data distribution via perimeter trunking or a raised floor


system. Internal joinery is in ash and oak to comple­ ment the historic charac­ ter of the building, evident in its exposed roof trusses, high ceilings and exposed stone feature arches.


Data communication has been given high priority, with new phone connec­ tions capable of taking more than 50 lines. Access to the upper two floors from the front door to York Street is via a secure telephone entry system. Access to the lower ground floor is via a new wide separate entrance, with vehicle delivery possible to the front door.


For more details o f this exciting development or to arrange a viewing, contact the letting agents HW Petty on 012S2 456677.


LEW IS -TH O M P SO N


VENICE, Italy, was the wedding venue for Clitheroe couple Miss" Julie Anne Thompson and Mr Ian Stuart Lewis. The bride, a domestic housekeeper at the Manor


House, Chatburn, is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Anne and Douglas Ion, of Accrington, and Mr and Mrs David.and Susan 'Thompson, of Rishton. Her bridegroom, a garage proprietor and classic


car enthusiast, is the son of Pauline Gettings, of Ac­ crington, and the late Mr Arthur Lewis. A ceremony took place at Palazzo Cavalli, a 16th


Century renaissance palace, and was witnessed by the bride’s parents Mr and Mrs Thompson. The bride wore a gold silk full-length skirt with


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train and a gold and ivory brocade top. She carried a bouquet of cream and yellow roses with gypsophila and greenery. Her future sister-in-law Samantha Greenwood


acted as bridesmaid and wore a strapless A-line gown in deep red satin. She carried a bouquet of cream and red roses, gypsophila and greenery. The bridegroom’s brother-in-law, Mr Thomas


Robertson, was best man and dressed in a kilt for the occasion. After the wedding ceremony, the happy couple enjoyed a gondola ride and having their pho­ tographs taken in St Mark’s Square. A reception fol­ lowed at the Principe Palace Hotel, Lido di Jesolo. The couple will live in Clitheroe.


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Hotel, Clayton-le-Moors, where they also held a re­ ception. Miss Tarrent, who is the daughter of Mr and Mrs


Given away by her father, the bride wore an ivory


NEWLYWEDS Wendy Tarrent and Michael Mc­ Cartney enjoyed a honeymoon in Scotland. The couple were married at The Dunkenhalgh


Jeffrey and Eva Tarrent, works as a part-time coun­ tryside ranger. Mr McCartney is a managing direc- • tor.


gown with bead and crystal embroidery. She was attended by her niece Miss Naomi Tarrent


and her sister-in-law Mrs Ingrid Tarrent. Both wore dresses of deep red satin. The bridegroom’s son, Mr Sean McCartney, was


best man, and pages were Masters Jack and Joseph Tarrent. On return from honeymoon the couple will make


their home in Barley, Pendle. Picture by Bradshaws of Burnley.


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GUESTS from America and Ganada travelled to the Ribble Valley for the wedding of Miss Glare Trotter and Mr Paul Wyatt. The couple were married at St Michael and St


John’s RC Church, Clitheroe, by Fr Joseph Wareing. The bride, an internet systems engineer for NTL


Telewest, is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Eric and Patty Trotter, of Fairfield Drive, Clitheroe. Her bridegroom, an IT technical analyst who also


works for NTL Telewest, is the son of Mrs Elaine Wyatt, of Burton-on-Trent, and the late Mr Ray Wyatt. Given away by her father, the bride wore a strapless crinoline gown of pale ivory satin encrusted with tiny seed pearls and diamante crystals. The gown also featured a pleated waistline and a cascad­ ing train and was laced at the back. She carried a hand-tied bouquet of dark red and cream roses. Dame of honour was the bride’s twin sister, Mrs


Donna Wilson, and other attendants were Miss Ann Wyatt, Miss Joanne Scott and Miss Joanne Wollin. All wore full-length dark red strapless dresses with diamante detail and carried hand-tied bouquets sim­ ilar to the bride’s. Best man was Mr Richard Worrall and grooms­


men were Mr Geraint Brown, Mr Stephen Coates and Mr Chris Wilson. Following the ceremony a re­ ception was held at Mytton Fold Hotel, Langho. The newlyweds enjoyed a honeymoon in South


Africa and Mauritius and will make their home in Longridge. Picture by Dawn and Alan Kent.


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TWO PE teachers. Miss Kelly Sharp and Mr Neil Reynolds, tied the knot at St Helen’s Church in Waddington. The bride, who teaches at St Mary’s College in


Blackburn, is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Fred and Judith Sharp, of Fellview, George Street, Clitheroe. The bridegroom, who teaches at Fulwood High


School in Preston, is the son of Mr and Mrs Keith and Joan Reynolds, of Moss Bridge Park, Lostock hall, Preston. Given away by her father, the bride wore a one-


piece satin gown wjth an organza overlay and corset back. The gown was embellished with chenille flow­ ers, bugle beads and swarorski crystals. She carried a hand-tied bouquet of cream roses, freesia and cream gerbera. Her bridesmaids were Miss Joanne Haworth, Miss


Victoria Smith, Miss Chloe Cookson, Miss Poppy Cookson and Miss Hannah Reynolds. They wore cappuccino satin gowns with an ivory organza over­ lay and matching bags. They carried hand-tied bou­ quets of cream gerbera with bear grass. The flower girl was Miss Molly Reynolds, who


wore an ivory satin gown with organza overlay. Best man was Mr Michael Faulkner and his


groomsmen were Mr Robert Sharp, Mr Mark Reynolds, Mr Barry Tayburn and Mr Richard Stod- dart. Alex Reynolds acted as pageboy. After the ceremony, conducted by Rev. Stewart


Ridley, a reception was held at Ferrari’s Country House Hotel, Longridge. The couple, who will con­ tinue to live in Clitheroe, enjoyed a honeymoon at Koutouloufari, Crete. Picture by Stuart Ainslie..


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Don’t miss this once a year opportunity to see what Burnley College has to offer!


OPEN EVENT


T h u r sd ay 19 O c to b e r 6.30-8.30pm Burnley College Sixth Form Centre, Ormerod Road.


You and your parents will be able to find out about College courses* meet tutors and have a look at the excellent facilities that Burnley College provides.


VYe look forward to seeing you on the night!


if you are unsure about which course area would suit you. School Liaison Officers are available to advise yoU.To book an appointment for a careers interview please contact


0128271120S or email student.services@bumiey*acMk Construction Studies Open Event


I Bur*nle)r College Centre for Construction Studies, Springhill Road I Tuesday 31 October 2006. 6.30-8.30pm


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