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■ Weekendplus ......................... .20,21,22 ■ Weekend TV ................................ 42,43 ■ Family Notices......................... .18,19 ■ Readersplus .............'........................44 ■ Propertyplus ................................25-40 ■ Motors Today........................... .52-60 ■ Sport...............................................61-64


AT A GLANCE... Ramblers pay tribute - page 4


Whalley woman’s honour - page 9 , Steam show success—page 12 Say ‘no’ to plastic bags - page 23


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WEATHER


DUNSOP BRIDGE ■


ISLAIDBURN 0 IGISBURN TBURN Bridge club


WINNERS at Clitheroe Bridge Club on Monday evening were: NS J. Pawlicki and John Ren­ ton, Chris Pollard and Janet Bailey. EW Geoff Capstick and Bill Wolsten- holme, equal 2nd, Kath Higson and Ernest Ormand arid Tony Smith and Pat O’Donnell:. On Thursday winners


were NS J, Pawlicki and Pat Murray, Jean Martin- dale and Janet Bailey. EW Brenda Wilson and John Renton, Geoff Capstick and Aim Peddar. GP


LANGHO ■ BURNLEY ■ ACCRINGTON BLACKBURN ■


WEEKEND WEATHER: The Valley will be blessed with another sun-filled weekend with temperatures reaching a high of 25°C and a pleasant breeze..


SUNRISE: 4:^0 a.m. SUNSET: 9-38 pirn. LIGHTING UP TIME: 10-08 p.m.


A DEDICATED group of young skateboarders, who spent five years campaign­ ing for a skate park in Clithcroc, are to be hon­ oured with a prestigious regional award. The Clitheroc Youth


Skate Group has scooped the Nationwide Award for Voluntary Endeavour in the young people under 18 (groups) category. • See next week’s


Clitheroe Advertiser and Times for full story


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Enjoy the World Cup, but act responsibly


by Faiza Afzaal


THERE was no major trouble in the Rib­ ble Valley during England’s opening game against Paraguay with only a few drink-


related arrests. Police will continue to have a high-visibility


presence and, under the Clitheroe and Whalley Pub Watch scheme - the revolutionary scheme aimed to crack down on drink-related crime - drunken yobs found misbehaving in one of the member pubs will possibly face a ban from every pub in the Ribble Valley. Clitherbe PC Paul Sherratt said: “Experience


has shown that these occasions, unless very care­ fully managed, can quickly get out of hand resulting in large-scale drunkenness, disorder, violence and damage to property. “The risk is likely to increase with the possi­


bility of good weather. “We want people to have fun and enjoy the


popular footballing spectacular in places like pubs, blit the party atmosphere must continue whether England win, lose or draw. “History tells us that when England lose a


match, that is when the trouble begins. > “We don’t want to spoil people’s enjoyment, however, drink-related violence or anti-social behaviour during the tournament shall not be tolerated and action will be taken against any­ one who over steps the mark.” ' The move has been welcomed by Marie Shaw,


landlady of the De Lacy Arms, in Whalley, and chairman of the local Pub Wat^ Scheme. She is hammering home the message to drunken trou­ blemakers that violence and disorder will not be tolerated. ' “We want people to enjoy the World Cup, but


at the same time to bear in mind the safety of others,” she commented. “When England win a match, supporters shout and cheer, but if they lose or draw, that is when we want them to try . and show some restraint. The Pub Watch


scheme is excellent to deter potential trouble­ makers. If anyone kicks-off in any Valley pub during the World Cup matches, then appropri­ ate action will be taken and may even r^ult in a ban from all the pubs - this warning applies to people from outside the area as well, who could face a ban in their home town if cau^t misbe­ having.” ■ PC Sherratt said that a hi^-visibility police


presence will continue on the streets of the Rib­ ble Valley ahead of tonight’s match against Trinidad and Tobago and until the end of the tournament. In addition, a dedicated uniformed licensing team will also be conducting formal vis­ its to licensed premises during the same period. “At times like this, it is important for bar staff


to ensure there is adequate door supervision, that plastic glasses are used where appropriate, the internal CCTV system is fully operative and strict policies are in place to prevent alcohol being sold or consumed by youths aged under 18,” he added.


Teddy Bears are all present for a picnic


YOU would have been in for a big sur- prpise at Trinity recently! For every bear that ever there was,


was gathered there for certain because - it was the day for the Teddy bears’ pic­ nic. Pre-school children who attend the


Leaping Lizards toddler group at Trini­ ty Community Partnership had taken along their favourite bears for a special fund-raiser. The group, which meets every Tues­


day between 9-30 and 11 a.m., is hoping to raise money for new toys and equip­ ment. A raffle and Jacob’s Join picnic lunch


were enjoyed by the youngsters. Children, parents and carers are pic­


tured enjo3ung the Teddy bears’ picnic. (B230506/2)


Valley businesses feature in annual tourism awards


RIBBLE VALLEY businesses and events have been shortlisted for regional tourist awards. This week the nominations for this,


year’s Lancashire and Blackpool Tourism Awards were announced. The chosen businesses and organisa­


tions will now go through to a ceremony being held on Wednesday at Barton Grange Hotel near Preston, where former Coronation Street star Richard Hillman - actor Brian Capron - will be present the trophies. A total of 77 entries were received for


this year's awards, from across all parts of Lancashire and Blackpool. Among those in the running for one of


13 specially-made glass trophies are Wolfen Mill Country Retreats in Chip­ ping which has been nominated in the Self Catering Holiday of the Year category. Huntley’s of Samlesbury has been


shortlisted in two categories. Rural Tourism Business Award and 'Tourism I^tailer of the Year.


. In the running for the Bed and Break-


fast/Guest Accommodation of the Year award is Pepper Hill Bed and Breakfast, Wiswell, while The Millstone in Mellor


and Stanley House are both nominated for Small Hotel of the Year. The latter has also been put forward for the Business Tourism Award of the Year and The Mill­ stone is also shortlisted for the Taste of Lancashire and Blackpool Award, along with The Three Fishes in Mitton. The Tourism Event of the Year award


is a nevv category voted for by the public. Over the past two months, people have been choosing the best event from a selec­ tion of 30 across Lancashire. Each of the county’s 14 districts nominated two events and two “area” events were added by the tourist board. Representing the Ribble Valley,


Clitheroe Cycling Grand Prix, which is staged in August; Simon Entwistle’s ghost walks at Samlesbury Hall which take place throughout the year and the Royal Lancashire Show now held in August at Ribchester have all been short­ listed. The Tourism Awards are supported by


the Northwest Regional Development Agency, with many winners going on to represent Lancashire and Blackpool at the Northwest Regional Tourism Awards in October.


Pendle Club


BRIDGE winners at the Pendle Club were: Mrs Marilyn Wood and Mr Ernie Manning, Mrs Dorothy Jackson and Mrs Eileen Wood. Solo whist winners at the Pendle Club were: Mrs J. Thornton, Mr K. Holding, Mrs M. Hold­ ing. Domino winners were Mrs M. Parkes, B. Cooke, joint 3, Mrs P. Oddie and Mrs E. Weaver, joint 5, D. Lowe and W. Wilson. Sequence dancing is held


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


• OUR popular feature “Down Your Way” vis­ its the attractive river­ side village of Sawley next week. Marcia Morris reveals


lots of fascinating facts, some items of history and meets some of today’s residents. Make sure of your


copy by placing an order for the Clitheroe Adver­ tiser and Times with your newsagent now.


Norman’s not sheepish about the Fest!


PUPILS at Pendle Primary School are all prepared for next weekend’s SheepFest. Mr Richard Waterhouse's class has just completed its “Keeeeeeper


of the Caaaaaastle” sheep which is made out of sack cloth with a chain mail coat and has been aptly named: “Norman”. The festival takes place on June


24th and 25th and organisers hope that the town will be full of woolly surprises! Pictured are pupils with the


sheep, (s)


10 years on and fight continues


A TEENAGER whose life was shattered when he was knocked down by a car while crossing the road now faces an anxious wait for the outcome


of his £3m. damages claim. Martin Redhead, now 18, of Seedall Avenue,


Clitheroe, suffered devastating head injuries when he ran out in front of the Vauxhall in Rishton at 4 p.m. on September 2nd, 1996. And through his mother, Carole Redhead, Martin is


now suing the driver of the vehicle for compensation that could amount to £3m. Liability for the accident has already been admitted


to 95% by motor insurers, with a 5% reduction in the payout being agreed upon because Martin ran out into the road. Following the tragedy, Martin was taken to the


Manchester Children’s Hospital where he was placed on a ventilator for two weeks. Lawyers on his behalf argued that the extent of


Martin’s injuries, which mean he has problems wnting and suffers from impulsive behaviour, entitle him to a payout of about £3m. But on Friday, after a hearing at the High Court in


London last week, Mr Justice Keith reserved his deci­ sion until a later, unspecified date, leaving Martin and his family with an agonising wait to discover the out­


come of the case. In his closing submission to the court Mr Geoffrey


Tattersall QC, for the insurers, argued that the payout should be considerably lower than the £3m. claimed.


He said that the “general impression” of Martin’s con­ dition was “more positive” than the court had initially been led to believe. A support worker had told the court that Martin


“was doing well at college” and “increasingly relates well to his peers”, he added. He can also go to the cinema alone and is “expected


to become more independent” as time passes. Mr Tattersall also referred back to evidence given by


Mrs Redhead, Martin’s mother, in which she said he had “coped well and behaved as well as you would expect” on school trips abroad. He reported that she added that her son’s social skills


were “not very good but are improving” and that he has said that he “wants to be independent” and “does not want a live-in carer”. The barrister also claimed that Martin had “pre­


accident behavioural problems”, including temper tantrums and aggression. The major bone of contention between the two sides


is the amount of care that Martin will need for the rest of his life, with the insurers claiming that the local authority can “entirely” meet his needs. Mr Stephen Grime QC, for Martin, told Mr Justice


Keith that Martin had suffered an extra-cranial haematoma in the accident - leaving him with a long list of mental deficits. As well as difficulties with writing and impulsive


behaviour, he also has problems with his balance and coordination along with a variety of other physical dif­ ficulties, the court heard.


Save a life, hand in your knife!


TURN in your knife before someone turns it on you - that is the chilling mesr sage from police in the Ribble Valley as the National Knife Amnesty reaches its midway point. A red-coloured special amnesty bin is


now in place at Clitheroe Police Station providing plenty of opportunity for peo­ ple to hand in their knives. The National Knife Amnesty is part of


Operation Summer Nights - Lancashire Constabulary’s summer campaign that aims to reduce crime and disorder. People have until Friday, June 30th, to hand in their knives and other bladed weapons. Lancashire’s Chief Insp. Allan Wyllie said: “I would encourage anyone with a


knife or other bladed weapon that might be used to cause fear and commit crime to take this opportunity to get rid of it." "Flick knives and disguised knives are


the kind of items that we are urging peo­ ple to hand in. Possessing a knife on the streets, with a blade longer than three inches, is illegal and each year police offi­ cers across the county arrest 300 people for this offence. “If members of the public are planning


to hand a knife, I would ask them to ensure that the weapon is wrapped in cardboard before transporting it or hand- ingitin." All knives can be handed in anony­


mously.


Valley radio back on the airwaves


WITH 45 presen­ ters and lots of ideas for programmes and promotions, Ribble Valley Radio is back on air on Monday. The frequency is 87.7FM. 'The airwaves will


be busy until July 16th, with a bumper balloon release on the final day of the second trial broad­ cast.


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Top artists go to work on latest sculpture trail


A SHOWCASE of the artists that have been commissioned to create new art works for the Ribble Valley Sculpture Trail in Clitheroe, will be launched on Saturday at the Platform Gallery. The exhibition features the selected


artists’ past and present work alongside some of the designs proposed to re-launch public art on to the trail. Says Katherine Rodgers, Ribble Valley


Borough Council Arts Officer, "It's an excit­ ing time for the sculpture trail. There will be lots of new work commissioned for the trail over the next two years. This exhibi­


tion has created the first opportunity for the public to see which talented artists, have been selected for the first phase". The nationally renowned Ribble Valley


sculptor Clare Bigger will be creating an original design for the trail, her first piece to be sited in her home town of Clitheroe. Each artist will be working with the Rib­


ble Valley community to develop their designs. Also showing will be work by all the short


listed artists and other exciting public art projects happening within the Ribble Val­


ley. Historic hall is party setting


A GARDEN party to raise vital funds for local cancer patients will be held at Downham Hall by kind permission of Lady Clitheroe. The Rosemere Cancer Foundation will


stage the traditional garden party on Saturday between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. It will be filled with sideshows as well


as stalls and the East Lancashire Concert Band, Yarrow River Jazz Band and Blackburn School of Irish Dancing will all be performing. Ron McAndrew, events co-ordinator


for the Rosemere Cancer Foundation, said: “We are grateful to Lady Clitheroe


for allowing us to hold this event. It promises to be a great day out and will be full of festivities for all the family to enjoy.” Admission to the event will cost £2.50


and entry is free for children. There is plenty of free car parking and all pro­ ceeds raised will go to Rosemere. The Rosemere Cancer Foundation,


which is based at Royal Preston Hospi­ tal, part of Lancashire Teaching Hospi­ tals NHS Foundation Trust, is a charity committed to helping cancer patients in Lancashire and South Cumbria.


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