10 Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, Thursday, September 21 st, 2006
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A COUNCIL officer from Sabden, who stole from his employers, causing losses to Blackburn Council of nearly a quarter of a million pounds, has been sentenced to
“weekend jail”. Paul Haythomthwaite ran up debts through a gambling addiction, Preston Crown Court heard. He then looked for a big win on roulette and
racehorses in the hope of solving his problems, but in the process the resource co-ordinator stole from work, while in a unit largely provid ing goods and services for primary schools in
Blackburn and Darwen. The 28-year-old, of Timbrills Avenue, was given a total of I35 days in jail, to be served over 45 weekends at Kirkham prison. He appeared at Preston Crown Court for
sentencing, having pleaded guilty to two charges of theft, one of attempted theft and one of obtaining services by deception The total figure in the charges amounted to more than £232,000.
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authority in January 2003. Around 10 months later he had moved to the position of resource cokfrdinator. He supervised six administration staff and was ultimately responsible for a £670,000 budget. The unit headed by Haythornthwaite princi pally provided goods and services for pri mary schools in Blackburn and Darwen. “He stood in a very significant position
Haythornthwaite had joined the local
of trust in relation to those funds,” said prosecutor Mr Francis McEntee.
The council had a system whereby if
property or a service was requested, it would be sourced. Once delivered, the invoice would go through the defendant's department. Ultimately, he would counter sign an invoice when it was satisfied that all checks had been made. The defendant's activities first came to
the attention of his line managers in July last year. Ha3d;homthwaite went on to be suspended and was then interviewed by an audit team. The prosecution said the defendant admitted, he estimated, having received and sold on something like £100,000 worth of equipment which had been obtained from a specific computer company, not the usual one that had been used by the authority. He had put “vague” invoices through
the system. Shortly before going on honey moon in June last year, he had put in a £44,000 additional claim for goods. This represented the attempted theft. He had hired a Mercedes when not authorised to do so. The court heard Haythornthwaite was a
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man of previous good character. Defence barrister Mr Mark Stuart said his client had co-operated with the internal inquiry and with the police investigation. He had been full and frank in interview, showing an “unusual” level of co-operation. “He still maintains he had just over £60,000 worth of goods from his activities. We accept he received £60,000 worth of goods, but signed invoices, at the request of the computer firm, for another £100,000 worth of goods. “He signed a large number of invoices for
goods that he didn't receive and neither did the council. "We have a good idea where they went, but cannot say for certain.” The background was that Haythornth
waite had run up gambling debts over a period of time. I t had started out as a social recreation, but had got him into deeper and deeper debt. “He had not told his girlfriend or his
parents of his financial upset,” said Mr Stuart.
“He was looking for a big win to try and
pay the debts. He was spending up to £600 a time on a roulette machine. He put big bets on horses. It was almost a relief to him when the council finally found out.” Mr Stuart added: “He can only apolo
gise to the council and the court for becom ing involved. ”
job, now had manual labour type employ ment.
The defendant, who was sacked from his Judge Andrew Woolman told the defen
dant, as far as he could see, the overall loss to the council was approaching a quarter of a million pounds. He said the prosecution would have
found it impossible to work out which invoices were true and which false, but for the defendant's co-operation.
BOLTON-BY- BOWLAND
The children will be taking part in a har vest festival in St Peter and St Paul’s Church, on Sunday at 11-15 a.m.
Next Thursday, the junior class will be visited by Keith Charters, an author who will be talking and working with the children on creative writing.
B-by-Bud(Jies The carer/toddler group, B-by-Buddies invite you to help them take part in the world’s biggest coffee morning in aid of Macmillan Nurses. This will be held in Bolton-by-Bowland School on September 29th between 9-30 and 11-30 a.m.
The group meets each Friday from 9-30 to 11-30 a.m. All pre school children, including babies together with their parent/carer are wel- coma
Pots of interest An old friend of Hol land Gardening Club, Bolton-by-Bowland, Mrs Jacqueline Iddon treated mem bers to a feast of colour at their meet ing. She had brought a large variety of plants to display from her nursery at Bretherton and to illustrate her talk which was entitled “Pots of Interest”. -
Mrs Iddon demon strated her skills starting with a table decoration incorpo rating flowers and grasses and went on to plant pots of win ter colour and pots suitable for a cool
If anyone can donate items or the cake stall, bring-and-buy or raffle these will be very welcome. Items can be left at school, cakes on the day please.
School news Pupils have returned to Bolton-by-Bowland School after the sum mer break right into a very busy schedule. Swimming began for all year groups and will continue tor two terms. The junior class enjoyed an interactive science workshop run by “Bright Sparks”. The music service staged a demonstration on Monday which was enjoyed by all. Bamardos will be vis iting assembly tomorrow and will be talking to the chil dren about its work.
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greenhouse or conser vatory, all the while describing the plants used. Thanks were expressed to her for an interest ing talk.
Chairman Mrs Mar garet Middleton thanked the hostesses Mrs Cooper, Mrs Cwen and Mrs ■Walmsley and reminded members that at the next meeting on October 11th, Mr Bob Kitch- ing, of Leagram Dairy, will give a tasty talk on “An Evening of Cheese”.
Young farmers Last week members of Bolton-by-Bowland Young Farmers’ Club enjoyed a talk on reflexology.
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Next week’s meeting is an indoor sports night in the village hall. Members should meet in the village at 7-45 p.m.
CHATBURN
Parish council At the meeting of Chatburn Parish Council congratula tions were extended to Chatbum Cricket Club 1st XI which needs one point from the last game to win the Third Division of the Craven and Dis trict League and the 2nd XI who hope to finish fourth in the Fifth Division of the same league.
Now that the dead and diseased branches have been removed from the area fronting onto Sawley Road there is a beau tiful view of Christ Church which had
If anyone feels they can make a contribu tion to this cost by holding a coffee morning, jumble sale or by making a per sonal donation please contact Howard Douglas tel. 441624.
Councillors were informed that the church clock, used to check the time by many villagers, has been in place for more than 50 years and the parish council pays to have it serviced annu ally. However it is now beginning to show signs of wear and requires major work which will cost around £800.
Chatburn's newly formed football club are experiencing mixed fortunes in their first season in the Second Division of the Craven and District League. They have played four matches, drawn one and lost three.
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Although entries in the flower sections were slightly down on last year due to the difficult weather conditions, the veg etable entries showed a slight increase, and the high quality was certainly of national stan dard.
Secretary of the society Mr
previously been hid den. On this occasion removal of tree branches
A Tourist Map of Chatbum is current ly being prepared in partnership with Lancashire Rural Futures. The infor mation includes a potted history of the village, a summary of
The new bye-law relat ing to no person "14 years or over using the play equipment on the playground" has been approved and signs will shortly be placed in tha t area. People work hard to ensure that the play area is safe and tidy for young children to play in and it can easily be damaged when teenagers play on it.
enhanced the area. has
The weather also affected the attendance of visitors, but those who attended were astounded at the expertise shown by the gardeners, particularly the beautiful display of gladiolus and dahlias and the huge veg etables on show.
THERE were 50 exhibitors from all over the North of England in the 25th anniversary show of Chipping and District Horticul tural Society.
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Mrs Charlson demon strated autumn flower arrangements and lovely wedding and table decora
le-Dale 'WI Mrs.B. Charlson was intro duced by the presi dent Mrs Marie Devoy.
She also made arrangements using dried and fabric flowers suitable for harvest time and Christmas, all quite exquisite. She donat ed five floral decora tions for the raffle.
The audience were enthralled by the beautiful arrange ments and also Mrs Charlson’s humorous tales.
tions made with fresh flowers, all the time telling the most interesting stories about her flower arranging experi ences.
DOWNHAM
The band, Tabuka who offer a surprising blend of Klezmer and European grooves with a dash of English, Irish and Breton material. This dynamic acoustic trio com prises Jane Lawrence on fiddle, Ben Farmer on accor dions and Paul Beev- ers on guitar and bouzouki, who will inspire you with their driving rhythms and exciting sound.
Ceilidh Tickets are now on sale for a Ceilidh taking place in Downham ■Village Hall on Sat urday, September 30th at 8 p.m.
Thanks were expressed to Mrs Charlson by Mrs Devoy who had pre viously welcomed many guests togeth er with members.
Peter’s veg is the best
Our picture shows Mr Peter Clark, of Middlesbrough, one of the top growers in the country with his winning tray of vegeta bles.
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Courses which have started in the village hall include Comput ers for Beginners on Mondays, from 7-to 9 p.m. French for Beginners
the village walk and a section on historic buildings and attrac tions. The leaflet, due to be published towards the end of the month, will then be available in Tourist Information Offices across the North West. For fur ther information con tact: John Ridgway 441185 or Marjorie Birch 441549.
Wednesdays from 7 on
The computer course is for eight weeks and costs £48 and the French and Tai Chi
to 9 p.m. Tai Chi for Beginners on Thurs days from 6 to 8 p.m.
At the Methodist Church a craft class will be held on Tues day from 7-30 to 9-30 p.m. The Luncheon Club is on Wednes day from noon to 2 p.m. and Mums and Toddlers group is held weekly from 9- 15 to 11-15 a.m.
These courses provided by Lancashire Adult Learning are a new venture.
CLAYTON-LE- DALE
Autum flowers A popular and regular speaker to Clayton-
are for 12 weeks and cost £72. If you are receiving certain ben efits the cost is reduced to £5. For further information telephone 0845 056 1886.
. calfe for his cauliflower and the Forrester Trophy was awarded to Raymond Freeman for His stump rooted carrots.
Frank Hoyle won the Ribble Farm ’Trophy for most points in potatoes, and the Jack and Ruth Towers Trophy for most points in the vegetable section. The Leyland Trophy for best exhibit of onions went to J. Flannery and Mr R. Freeman, of Chipping, won the best veg etable exhibit and NVS Silver Medal. The Berry Rocking chair was won by David Met-
Any members who are interested in joining a team for the LFAYI quiz in Janu ary should contact secretary Miss Pauline Ormerod.
The hot-pot magazine was won by Mrs Marie Etherington.
At the next meeting the topic will be a peek behind the scenes in the hotel business, the compe tition will be for the best hotel menu.'
DALE HEAD
Proceeds from the auc tion,of harvest pro duce at the Monday evening whist drive and the collection taken, “122. 80. will be shared between the parish and Wat- erAid.
The singing was rous ing, the Amens were lusty, and the chat ting afterwards when having tea and cakes was very animated.
Harvest festival Evidence that many like the refurbished Dalehead Church was when nearly 40 people gathered on Sunday for a colour ful harvest service.
A pie and pea supper is included in the price of tiockets (vegetari an option available) from from Angie Greenhill on 01200 440146 or Chatburn Library: 441047.
It is sponsored by Spot on Ilural Touring - local people promot ing professional arts on your doorstep.
DUNSOP BRIDGE
She brought along many products from creams,
The annual dinner will be held on October 11th at the Copy Nook.
A competition for a rilk scarf was won by Miss M. Worswick, Mrs M. Beattie, Mrs M.
Cook.The table flowers were present ed to Mrs J. Jones.
drinks and even toothpaste. Thanks were given by Mrs Clarkson.
lotions,
The church will be open daily to visitors throughout the win ter.
During the summer the visitor numbers have increased sub stantially, with appreciative com ments in the visitors’ book.
A whist a domino drive will take place in the village hall on Octo ber 28th and the annual meeting of the WI will be in November when members are request ed to bring a present for Christmas for an older person.
GRINDLETON
Mothers’ Union Gisburn Mothers’
Her talk was entitled “Aloe-Vera The Silent Healer” and she gave an interesting talk on the healing properties of the plant.
Silent healer At the meting of Dun- sop Bridge WI Mrs B. Clarkson wel comed everyone and introduced guest speaker Mrs Angela Moseley.
Organist was Mrs E. Hartley. Plans were made for a whist and domino drive in Rimington Memorial Institute on October 4th at 7- 30 p.m.
Union branch opened its new session of meetings and activi ties with a service in church, led by reader Mrs Joanne Lloyd. The theme, “Answer ing God’s Call” was reflected in the hymns, prayers and address.
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President Mrs Cynthia Openshaw who had opened the meeting welcomed a new member and read a letter from Mrs Jelley thanking members for entering the Clitheroe and Dis trict WI Show.
suit was won by Mrs Gisela Seed.
The next MU meeting will be held in the Festival Hall on November 14th at 1- 30 p.m. when Miss B. Bingham will give an illustrated talk of her visit to Iceland.
Tricks and spots A whist and domino drive held in Gisbum Festival Hall, was the first of the season.
Whist winners were: Ladies - J. Riley, M. Pickles, B. Lofthousa Gents - T. Pickles, M. Robinson, S. Hogg.
Raffle: M. Smith, A. Fox, M. Davies.
Dominoes: M. Parkes, C. Wiseman, P. Oddie, J. Oddie, V. Giles, J. Pya
The next drive will be on October 7th at 7- 30 p.m.
Histoi7 A meeting of Gisburn Historical Society will be held in the fes tival hall next Thurs day, September 28th at '7-30 p.m. Every one welcome.
GISBURN
Beauty queen An illustrated talk about the Miss Great Britain contest was given to members of Grindleton WI by Mrs Gill McDonald.
She explained it was started in 1945 and held in the open air pool in Morecambe.
She was thanked for a lovely evening by Mrs Mandy Bren nan.
Entry requirements were girls aged 17 and over and they were judged on grace, poise and presence, all this without even speaking. Mrs McDonald modelled her own sash from being crowned Miss Great Britain in 1963 and told of her very busy year following being crowned, as she toured the country attending dinners and opening fetes, restaurants and so on.
A competition for a photograph of a member in a swim
Anyone wishing to go, but not able to attend the next meeting was asked to contact Kay Hopkin- son.
This would allow four hours shopping time in York and supper on the way home.
Mrs Breiman reported that a 25 seater coach has been arranged to go to York on December 9th to visit the WI Archive Exhibition at a cost of £12.
Three teams will enter the LFWI fim quiz in January and five members will attend the autumn council meeting in Fleet-
wood.Members were reminded that there would be a Christmas trading stall at the annual meeting in October, when a sup per of'soup and rolls and cake and tea will be served.
If you are thinking of having a clear out these items can be left in black bin liners on the playing field car park on Tuesday, September 26th at any time. Inquiries, tel. Jill Lloyd on 447728. • More village news turn lo pages 12,13
Re-cycling day Grindleton Primary School are holding a recycling fund-raising day and are in need of second-hand items such as clothing, bed ding, curtains, soft toys, shoes, belts and hand bags.
The November birth day party will be held at the Spread Eagle, Sawley, and a board of menu choic es was circulated.
Mrs Ruth Cann reported that the waste paper collec tion would still take place on the day fol lowing the monthly meeting with a new collector, but unfor tunately no card board would be accepted. I t was noted that this could be taken to the recy cling centre in Clitheroe.
Dewhurst was thanked for her hard work on show day and she will now be joined by Mrs Mar garet Loach on the show committeee.
Barbara
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