-h 24 Clitheroe Advertiser &Times, Thursday, October 22nd, 2009 www.clitheroeadvertiser.co.uk Clitheroe 422324 (Editorial), 01282 426161 (Advertising), Burnley 01282 422331 (Classified) M Putting Kibble 'Valley busmess m iqcus : n .1.1" ' ' T» "uV-i T7 i i " u • • f Camera on the eye S p a n g iv C S w f a c y


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A CAMEEA which captures a detailed image of the back of the eye is the latest invest­ ment for a Ribble Valley- based opticians. The £20,000 state-of-the-


^ “fimdus scope” machine has been bought by SPEX Opticians and is the only one in the area. I t enables opti­ cians to spot problems with the eyes and offer early diag­ nosis of other health issues such as diabetes. Owner of SPEX Opticians


enables us to detect certain changes in the eye. Preven­ tion is an important part of all medical work and this piece of equipment ensures we help to take good care of our patients.” The machine is located at


Kevin Horkin said: “We are taking optics to a different level. “We can store the images on a patient’s file and it


the SPEX shop in New Mar­ ket Street, Clitheroe. Man­ ager Lynne Daniels and assistant Wendy Newton have both been trained to use the fundus camera, which is now up and running for patients wanting an addi­ tional check on their eyes. ■ Our picture shows the


new “fundus scope” camera in use at SPEX. (s)


Workshop is aimed at helping you get new life you need


FAR from escaping the reces­ sion, many in the Ribble Val­ ley have been hit hard by its effects. Commuting to Leeds,


Manchester and Preston used to be the standard way to reach the well-paid jobs which aren’t available locally. Now, however, many of


Karen Hands, founder of


Thought into Action, said: “Previous clients have been a t a crossroads, but were scared of taking the wrong turn. “Trying to pursue com­


based “Thought into Action” comes in, helping people to tu rn their pipe dreams into reality. Maybe self-employment is


the answer. You only have to drive round the Ribble Val­ ley to notice the boom in new small businesses, but it’s a big step. So should you put your


effort into finding a new job like your old one, changing to a different career or setting up in business? What about emigrating to


find opportunities overseas? To help people explore the


options in a logical step-by- step way. Thought into Action has launched a new workshop approach.


those jobs have gone, but tiiis can be an opportunity to lead a new life - the life you dreamed of while sitting in traffic jams. That is where Clitheroe-


pletely different directions at the same time is impossible and gets you nowhere. “You can’t motivate your­


self to apply for jobs that don’t match your ability while your hopes and dreams seem desperately impracticid and filled with ‘if only...’ “Typically, clients have


benefited from a system for thinking through their options that made it clear which one was the best for them.” One Thought into Action


client leapt from being a partner in a “ big four” audit firm to studjdng for a degree in Russia. Another changed from fireman to round-the- world yachtsman. The next local workshop


for people trsdng to work out their p a th forward is in Clitheroe on Wednesday, December 9th. You can get more informa­


tion by e-mailing: karen- hands@thoughtintoaction.c om or ringing 07775 707140.


BOOTHS supermarkets has signed up a new cheese supplier whose face may be more familiar to soap lovers than food lovers! Former Coronation Street


actor Sean Wilson will be sup­ plying his acclaimed new range of cheeses to a selection of Booths’ 26 stores, including Clitheroe. I t ’s a big change of direc­


tion for Sean, who played Martin Platt in the ITV soap before setting up the Saddle- worth Cheese Company 18 months ago. I t produces a range of arti­


san Lancashire cheeses, including the two which will be stocked by Booths, the crumbly Muldoon’s Picnic and the medium soft blue Smelly Ha’peth. Made using Saddleworth


milk, the cheeses are already winning rave reviews and Sean’s will even be picking up a top award at this year’s Great British Cheese Festival for his crumbly Lancashire. Booths’ cheese buyer Phil Godwin sa3^: “Booths prides itself on offering the best local produce that the region has to offer and we’re very proud of


our excellent cheese selection. Sean impressed us instantly — he’s just as passionate about creating great cheese as he is about acting and that shows in the finished product.” Sean is pictured with a selec­ tion of his cheeses.


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Rural firms can cash in on funding


A £4.5M. funding pot is avail­ able for rural businesses seek­ ing to improve their produc­ tivity and development. The funding is available for


a wide variety of activities, from support for farmers who are looking to diversify away from pure agriculture, to agri­ cultural businesses wishing to introduce new technology, processes or products, and to new or growing small rural businesses which can demon­ strate they have the potential to expand and create new jobs. The funding comes from


The Rural Development Pro­ gramme for England (RDPE) - a £75M. programme in the North West which aims to help create or boost sustain­ able businesses in rural areas. Of this £75M., £4.5M. \vill


Economic Regeneration at LEP, said: “We are delighted to announce that RDPE in Lancashire is now open for business. “The grants available to


be delivered directly in Lan­ cashire by three Local Action Groups, which are managed by Lancashire Economic Partnership (LEP). Stephen Brown, Head of


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New village office is open for business


A NEW Valley village office suite has been officially opened. Anne Selby, Chief Executive


of the Wildlife Trust for Lan­ cashire, Manchester and North Merseyside, was in Downham to cut the ribbon at Brookside Bam. The opening enabled vil­


lagers to view the recently- converted building and meet its new ten e ts , building sm- veyor Marshall Peters and managing director of DNA IT Solutions Ltd, Andrew Lopic- colo. Local craftspeople and


tradesmen have helped rede­ velop the 19th century field bam into fom modem office


' imits. Where possible recycled and local materials were used - 90% of the stone for the walls was from the original bam and 90% of the oak used to make the stout external doors came from trees grown


on the Downham estate. An integral part of the rede­


velopment was to inporporate benefits for wildlife and as a result 20 bird nesting boxes


and a bat hibernation cham­


ber were included in the build­ ing. Hand-crafted oak benches in a flower shape were specially


commissioned from Down- ham-based fumitme designer Paul Case and other amenities at the bam include a shower and toilet/changing area, a bike rack and parking for eight


cars. Ralph Assheton said: “It’s


been a fantastic process to take a redimdant barn which was about to fall down and, using local contractors, turn it into an environmentally- friendly new focus for local


business. “The remaining spaces


would be ideal for small com- . panics with up to four or five


employees or sole traders who are either fed up with commut­


ing outside the Ribble Valley or find working from home is becoming untenable.” ■ Pictured at the opening is


Anne Selby, of Lancashire Wildlife 'Trust, with tenants, contractors and Downham vil­ lagers. (s)


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REF: BE1009 K nowsLEy Safari Park


This voucher provides half-price entry to all the passengers in a car.


Valid from Saturday October 24th 2009 up to and including Sunday November 1st 2009. Not be to used in conjunction with any other offer (including family ticket). Car entry only. Normal entry price £12 Adult, £9 Child/OAP. (Amusement rides not included in admission).


Offer price £6 Adult, €4.50 Chiid/OAP.


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