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Lasting memory to honour Leigh


by Vivien Meath CALLIN G all poets, artists and pho­


tographers! Poems and photographs or illustrations


with the theme “facing adversity” are sought for a new anthology in aid of char­


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WI celebrates a diamond anniversary by Marcia Morris


RIMINGTON WI mem­ bers celebrated their dia­ mond anniversary with a celebratory dinner at the Spread Eagle Hotel, Saw- ley. President Mrs Jean Kerr


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a member of the LFWI execu­ tive committee, acted as MC. At each place setting a small


gift box, made and decorated by Mrs Edna Jackson, revealed a miniature souvenir glass appropriately engraved. Mrs Nina Healey had created a beautiful flower arrangement in the red, green and gold of the WI and the tables were deco­ rated with balloons and red roses. Following an excellent meal,


toasts were raised to past and present members of Rimington WI. Mrs Christine Thistleth-


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waite read her "Tribute to Rimington WI" poem and the 60th birthday cake, which had been baked by Mrs Elizabeth Robinson and iced by Mrs Sheila Jones, was cut by the president Mrs Kerr and Mrs Gill Hudson, daughter of Mrs Florence Barlow who was the first president of Rimington WI. Tuneful entertainment was


provided by the local group "B Natural" with a selection of delightful songs, the audi­ ence demanding an encore. Mrs Kerr thanked every­


one who had helped in many ways to make the evening such an enjoyable occasion. There were thanks from the guests too and all agreed it had been a very happy 60th birthday. To mark the actual date on


which Rimington WI was formed 60 years ago, in 1947, a service of commemoration was held the following day in Salem Chapel, Martin Top, led by Pastor David and Mrs Edith Isaacs.


The hymns, prayers, read­


ings and shared address by the Pastor and his wife all reflected the occasion. Mrs Edna Jackson recalled


the very early years of the Rimington branch with Mrs Barbara Spencer telling of the many memorable events of later decades. President Mrs Jean Kerr


revealed what the WI has meant to her since coming to live in the village six years ago and expressed her hopes for the future. Organist was Mrs Ethel Hartley. The service was followed by


refreshments and a nostalgic display of memorabilia, arranged by Mrs Kathleen Scott in Rimington Memorial Institute which caused much chat and reminiscences. Pictured a t the Spread


Eagle, top right, are members and guests of Rimington WI with their 60th birthday cake (P151007/4) and at the vil­ lage hall, left, enjoying their anniversary tea (1*161007/1).


Wife no longer prepared to act as a ‘punchbag’


A 43-YEAR-OLD Billington man gave his wife a “backhan­ der” after she had picked him up from the pub and driven him to get a takeaway. Blackburn magistrates


heard that Anthony Donohoe lashed out at his partner of 22 years when she misheard him and said “pardon". And the court was told


Anne Goodland had told police she was no longer pre­ pared to be his punch bag and had ended the relationship. Donohoe, of Billington Gar­ dens, pleaded guilty to assault. He was made subject to com­ munity supervision for two years with a condition he attends the domestic violence programme. Charlotte Crane (prosecut­


ing) said Donohoe had phoned for a lift home at 6-50 p.m. on Saturday and when Miss Goodland collected him from the pub he asked to be taken to Clitheroe to get some food. “As they drove back to


Billington he said something she didn't hear,” said Miss Crane. “She said pardon, he said she had heard. She said.


she hadn't and he lashed out hitting her on the nose with the back of his right hand.” Miss Goodland later told


police it was not the first time Donohoe had punched her and she was no longer prepared to tolerate his behaviour. Mr Ben Leech (defending)


said the problems of the past 12 months ago revolved around his client's alcohol con­ sumption at weekends. “He paints a picture of nor­


mal family life Monday to Fri­ day when they get on well,” said Mr Leech. “He accepts that at the weekends he drinks to excess and that is something he needs to address." Mr Leech said the duration


of the proceedings had been the first time Donohoe had been separated from his fami­ ly in 21 years. “It has been a period of


reflection and also a period of punishment,” said Mr Leech. “Previously his wife has said the relationship is over and if that is still the case, he will have to move on, but he is hopeful they will rebuild their . relationship.”...............


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ity. It is to be published in memory of for­


mer Clitheroe Advertiser and Times’ edi­ tor Leigh Morrissey, pictured, who died of motor neurone disease in March, 2005. Ex-journalist Theresa Robson and Jo


Harding, owner of Clitheroe Books, have joined forces to produce the anthology in aid of the Motor Neurone Disease Associ­ ation and Pendleside Hospice. And now the search is on for poems and


photographs or artwork to be included in the commemorative book. Leigh edited the Clitheroe Advertiser


and Times from 1986 until 2003, when his illness forced him to retire. Theresa, who trained as a journalist at the Clitheroe Advertiser and Times and is a keen poet, thought of producing the anthology after Leigh's humorous and poignant verse was read at his funeral. She said: "I was blown away by the


tremendous humour and courage in Leigh’s work. He was a fabulous boss and I wanted to repay his kindness by pub­ lishing an inspiring anthology showcasing the work of local and national writers and photographers, while also raising money for a good cause." Theresa and Jo are looking for innova­


tive and inspiring work with the theme “facing or overcoming adversity.” Jo added: “We are aiming to produce a


high-quality publication, so this is a great opportunity for writers and artists to showcase their work and raise money for a good cause at the same time.” Derbyshire Poet Laureate Cathy


Gnndrod, who grew up in Clitheroe, and children’s author Jane Eagland have already pledged their support for the proj­ ect.


The anthology will be published in


March 2008 and original poems of 40 lines or under, as well as inspiring photographs or artwork, are sought for inclusion. Up to three poems or images may be submitted for a £5 fee and previously published work will be considered. The anthology will be named after the “winning” poem or pho­ tograph, the author of which will also receive a small cash prize, and contribu­ tors will have the opportunity to read or display their work at a gala launch event. Poems should be typed on one side of


A4 paper with the name of the contribu­ tor on the back and sent with a covering letter to: Leigh Morrissey Poetry Anthol­ ogy, Clitheroe Books, 29 Moor Lane, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1BE, by December 31st, 2007. Photographs or images should be submitted as hard copy or on computer disc, also with a covering


letter. Further details are available from


Clitheroe Books on 01200 444242 or www.chtheroeadvertiser.co.uk Pictured below are Jo Harding and Theresa Robson, (s


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