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Clitheroe Advertiser & Times,Thursday, October 6,2011


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My parting advice,


pick your battles! IT was with some regret that I resigned as a borough and town Councillor last week. This was because I have been offered,


and accepted, a position in Aberdeen which would mean I could no longer be able to fulfil my obligations as a council­ lor. I would like to thank the residents of


Salthill for their support over the past eight years. I always did what I thought was right, but you can’t please everybody and I am sure I upset a few people. I would also like to thank my fellow coun­ cillors on both sides of the chamber and say to my Tory friends that I don’t think that you are all bad people, it is simply that you are misguided. I do not intend to leave Ribble Valley


forever and we are keeping our house in Clitheroe so I will be watching develop­ ments during the coming months in Rib­ ble Valley with a keen eye. Finally I would ask the Planning Com­


mittee to pick its battles carefully; I still pay Council Tax and don’t want it wasted . on unwinnable appeals.


DAVE BERRYMAN, Clitheroe


Give your support


this Poppy Day AS we approach Remembrance Day on November 13th we are reminded of the ongoing commitment of The Royal Brit­ ish Legion to help the serving and ex-serv­ ice communities. The Royal British Legion continues to


safeguard the welfare, interests and mem­ ory of those who are serving or who have served in our Armed Forces. The Poppy Appeal provides the main


source of funding for The Royal British Legion and again this year they will be supporting those families of servicemen and women who are currently serving or who have served in Afghanistan; and as this conflict continues it is inevitable that those families needing support will rise. The Poppy Appeal is supported by


many local volunteers who arrange collec­ tions and new “Poppy People” are always needed to assist. So if you feel you could help please contact The Royal British Le­ gion on 0800 085 5924 and join them. In March this year over 7,000 well-wish­


.of Ribble Valley. The Royal British Legion is seek­


ers crowded the streets of Clitheroe to mark the Freedom of The Borough being presented to the 1st Battalion Duke Of Lancaster Regiment, when a total of 130 soldiers marched through the borough. Then in June we commemorated the 90th anniversary of The Royal British Legion when wreaths were laid at the war memo­ rial in Clitheroe on behalf of the people


ing support to allow collection points throughout the borough for the Poppy Appeal that commences on 29th October and we trust that the community will this continue to demonstrate that support and


- give generously as they have done over past years.


COUN. SIMON HORE, Mayor of Ribble Valley


Waste of perfectly good bungalow!


REGARDING the planning application (ref. no. 3/2011/0185) which is the demo­ lition of a bungalow to make room for a house much larger than the existing prop­ erty.


Follow the debate at www.clitheroeadvertiser.co.uk Once again the people in Clitheroe


have not been listened to, numerous let­ ters and a signed petition by the residents concerned all against the above applica­ tion, and still the councillors on the plan- • ning bench passed this application. At a time of caution and austerity they


allow the demolition of a perfectly good dwelling. The survey report just states normal repairs and renewals for a dwell­ ing of this age. They are happy to allow the disrup­


tion to our peacefiil neighbourhood with heavy traffic noise, the blocking of access to our properties and creating danger to the children and quality of our lives whilst this work is in progress. Prior to this ap­ plication there was unnecessary felling of


five trees


’ MR H. J. M. VAN HEUMEN, Chatbum Avenue, Clitheroe


Slow traffic causes pollution, not fast


DON’T you find it really strange that the eco-facists are bleating about the extra fuel used to drive at the proposed SOmph on motorways, when they never mention the now scientifically proven 83% in­ crease in C02 emissions and 37% extra NOX caused by the traffic calming they were pushing until fairly recently? They now go.for the less pregnant


20mph zones without humps or narrow­ ing, but it’s still at least 10% extra 002 and the toxic stuff will still be doubled. These 20mph zones will result in extra


congestion where parked cars or a cyclist make it impossible for two vehicles (one of which may be a bus) from opposite direction pass each other in safety, as­ suming that everyone will stick below the limit. Then there are the hills where cars with


small fuel efficient engines will not be able to maintain 20mph without going down into first gear and proving extremely inef­ ficient and noisy for the residents. In fact, all alleged traffic calming meas­


ures encourage people to buy large pow­ erful cars if they want to get anywhere in comfort and in decent time. In a true green economy, policy would


encourage the use of lower power fuel efficient vehicles - it’s always the reverse theory of alleged unintended consequenc­ es when politicians rely on eco-facist Aris­ totle science and public superstition. GORDON PYE, Downham Road, Chatburn


Charge put a dent


in charity total I AM writing to you in sheer disgust to inform you that a verv special event took


place on Sunday, October 2nd at Roefield Leisure Centre. The event was a charity 5-a-side foot­ ball tournament in memory of the late


and much missed local resident, Mr Brian Hodgson. Many people came to take part in the


event as players or spectators and the incredible sum of £380 was raised. Now what has really hurt us is that RVBC/


without paying a fee, but to ask that amount has upset and hurt so manv people. Surely, as a gesture of respect to Brian and his family and friends, or as a gesture of support to the charity, a figure of maybe £100 would have been adequate compensation for the use of their facili-


Roefield charged us £300 for the use of the facilities! Nobody expected to.use the pitches


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refreshment to anyone who took part or attended this very special day. What a fantastic gesture!


I’ll finish now, but just wanted to speak


on behalf of so many of us who feel a great deal of dissatisfaction from a place where many Clitheroe residents go on a regular basis, who enjoy Roefield’s facili-


- ties and therefore contribute towards the business’s profits.


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What happened to the Tories of old?


WHERE have the Conservatives gone? There is now a real threat to our Green-


belt through the proposed changes to the planning rules. We now pay increased prices for our electricity, because of the subsidies paid to windfarm owners, who we even pay not to generate. They tell us that they back manufactur­


ing, yet BAe Systems have announced 3,000 job losses because of a slowdown in defence orders and cuts in spending, which could lead to a total of 40,000 job losses out of 120,00 jobs in the defence industry. A further 1,200 job losses at Bombar­


dier, our last train manufacturer, as an order is given to the German company Siemens. Our armed services have been decimat­


ed because of the ill thought out and dra­ conian spending cuts, creating thousands of redundancies among our brave service men and women, with morale at its lowest and our defences severely weakened. No tax cuts before the next General


Election, yet funding Eurozone bail-outs with billions of British tax payers’ money and happy to pay the EU £50m. every day for our membership. And despite a cast iron promise from


David Cameron, that if he became Con­ servative Prime Minister, we would be granted a referendum on the Lisbon Treaty, we are still being denied one, as confirmed by that famous Eurosceptic, William Hague. The Conservative Party have gone the


same way as their Coalition chums, and Labour, and have become an active part of the European Project, despite their rhetoric. They are no longer, they have gone. PHILIP GRIFFITHS, North West Chairman, UK Independence Party


In rhyming praise


of our sunny Jim AS the nights close in and with summer at an end, I would like to thank our neighbour


Jim, who we think of as our friend. The flower display has always bright­


ened up Henthom, I remember seeing the sunflowers each


year since I was bom. Jim loves to tend his garden and takes


pride in all he grows, The flower display was again beautiful


with the flowers all in rows. Passers-by they all admire them and the


children stop to look, The sunflowers are much grander than


anyinabook. Jim will share his time with others help­


ing them to grow things too, He never tires of people saying: “Jim,


what would you do”? So a great big thank you to you for the


pleasure that you bring, We appreciate all your hard work Jim,


you are the sunflower king.


Incidentally, the fabulous Kings Arms public house provided food by way of


KIRSTY COWPERTHWAITb, - •


Seedall Avenue, Clitheroe


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BILUNGT0N


Community The harvest festival service in Billington Commu­ nity Church on Sunday was taken by the Rev. Don Johnson with a Bi-


Hand in your donations at Chatburn Primary School on Friday, Octo­ ber 14th between 3 and 6 p.m.


donate and come along. You might pick up a bargain.”


After the service harvest baskets were delivered to local people.


' ble reading from Mark Chapter one “The Bap­ tism and Temptations of Jesus”, read by Joseph Mason-Baxter. The hymns “Great is Thy Faithfulness”, “Guide Me O Thou Great Je­ hovah” and “Lord of all Hopefulness” were sung. Holy Communion was also taken.


The service on Sunday will be taken by Rev. John­ son at 10-45 a.m. All are welcome. After the serv­ ice a committee meeting will take place, please attend if possible.


The cafe bar will be open on Saturday from 10-30 a.m. until 1-30 p.m. for good food and fellow­ ship.


CHATBURN


New to you sale A “New to You” sale is being held in Chatburn CE Primary School on Saturday, October 15th from 2 to 4 p.m.


“Tea and Chat” this after­ noon is at 2 p.m. when Mr Norman Pearson will be speaking and entertaining with “Hu­ mour from the Pulpit”. Afterwards tea and bis­ cuits will be served.


Singing group Nearly 40 people from various churches met for the fortnightly sing­ ing group in Chatburn Methodist Church. They sang hymns old and new under the direction of the Rev. Anne Harda- cre and Mr Roy Porter, with a brew halfway to help lubricate the ton­ sils. A most enjoyable time was had by all. The next sing is on Monday, October 10th at 7-30 p.m. All welcome.


Harvest festival The annual harvest festi­ val service in Chatburn Methodist Church takes place on Sunday at 10 a.m. The special preach­ er is Mr David Bowker, a former Sunday School member. Tins and dona­ tions only please which will be sent to the night shelter at Accrington.


BOLTON-BY- B0WLAND


The event has been organ­ ised by the Friends of Chatburn - the school’s Parents Teachers As­ sociation - as part of its fund-raising activities to buy new reading books and equipment for the school.


The next whist and domino drive is on Wednesday, October 26th.


Dominoes: G. Berry, E. Nowell, M. Berry, J. Oddie, P. Oddie, S. Barker.


Parent and Friends’ treas­ urer Jo Conlon said: “This is a great oppor­ tunity to clear out your children’s bedrooms and the loft or garage. We would appreciate any donations of toys, baby stuff, games, dressing up clothes, kid’s clothes and DVDs, books and CDs. They must be in good condition. Funds will go to the school. Anything not sold on the day will be donated


Young farmers ; The AGM of Bolton-by- Bowland Young Farm­ er’s Club was held on Monday. Officers elect­ ed were: Jessica Town- son (chairman), Laura Airton (secretary). Pres­ idents Mr and Mrs D. Holt were re-elected.


. will be on November 5th.


. to Chatbum Pre-School and local charity shops. If you are also look­


A date was set for the an­ nual dinner dance and presentation evening on Friday, November 4th and the village bonfire


The AGM was closed by retiring chairman Rob­ ert Blezard.


Next week’s meeting is stock-judging practice at


'■ bikes - we’ll help you sell it. Name your price and all we ask is we take a percentage of the sale. So 80% of the price is yours we will put 20% towards the school


ing to sell a child’s bike please bring them to the sale. Take the hassle of getting rid of unwanted


the farm of Mr Weare, of Gisburn. Members to meet at 7-30 p.m. in the village, or 7-45 p.m. at the venue.


CHIPPING


funds. Refreshments ">«1I ka ntiailuhlA AVPfV-


Young farmers Members of Chipping Young Farmers Club visited Huntleys of Sam- lesbury where founder


Whist results Whist winners at the drive in Bolton-by-Bowland Village Hali were: La­ dies - M. Robinson, M. Wellock, J. Shaw. Gents - M. Grainger, J. Traynor, T. Shaw.


Thanks on behalf of the club were given by Lucy Dickinson and seconded by Richard Seed.


Next week’s meeting is an indoor games night for members vs parents in the Sun Inn at 7-30 p.m.


DUNSOP BRIDGE


Country practice The Friends of Slaidburn Country Practice are to hold a meeting to dis­ cuss the setting-up of a patient participation group. Any patients of the practice interested in taking part are invit­ ed to attend the meeting to be held in the health centre, Slaidburn, on Wednesday, October 12th at 7 p.m.


GISBURN


Harvest Harvest thanksgiving cel­


The church will be open for decoration tomor­ row from 10 a.m.


Sunday services are 8-30 a.m. communion and at 11 a.m. an All Age Wor­ ship for the harvest.


WI gadgets What’s this! wonder? Gis­ burn WI members test­ ed their knowledge and perceptions as unusual and everyday gadgets and items were passed round for examination and guesses were made of their function. John Higginson explained the purpose of each of the items in his box and the experts, or those with good logic and rea­ soning skills, became apparent. Members’ artistic talents were also on display


John and his assistant granddaughter were tested, as they judged the just for fun compe­ tition entitled “What’s


. with a variety of colour­ ful items they had paint­ ed during a visit to Paint Pot at Backridge Farm, Waddington.


ebrations at Gisburn Parish Church begin on Saturday with a cof­ fee and cake morning in church from 10 a.m. to noon.


Members were amazed at the quality and amount of produce available and enjoyed a full tour of the site followed by an insight into Eddie’s life along with amusing stories and tips on how to succeed in business.


and company director Mr Eddie Cowpe ex­ plained how the busi­ ness was born and how developments have taken place over the years to produce what the public now can see - a fantastic farm shop, including butchers, bak­ ers and award winning wine shop.


The latter part of the meeting was socialising, enjoying refreshments and discussing news and future events.


Winning items were a clay pigeon scorer, a piece of metal fashioned at Rolls Royce, Barnoldswick, some 40 years ago, a mint chopper, a number of cups which became a bun display stand when fitted together and a glass plate photograph.


this then John?”


Please contact Sue on 07900270204 for more information or if you would like to go.


HURST GREEN


The speaker for the meet­ ing tonight is Chandra Law who will talk about Malaysian batik. The competition is enti­ tled “Out of my sewing box.”


Young farmers Nineteen members and five advisory of Gisburn Young Farmers’ Club met at the Festival Hall for the AGM.


Lost cat A black cat keeps entering the Bayley Arms, Hurst Green, at all times of the day and getting stuck in the hotel overnight. The staff have tried to find out where it belongs, but with no success.


Saturday 15th October lOatri - 1pm


Saturday 29th October 10am - 4pm


Next week’s meeting is in the Festival Hall at 7-30 p.m. for The Cube and darts.


GRINDLET0N


Annual meeting The annual meeting of Grindleton WI will be on October 13th. Nomi­ nations for new commit­ tee members should be submitted to Judy Cowl­ ing as soon as possible. The committee will prepare a jacket potato supper with a variety of fillings.


Sue Hargreaves is organis­ ing a trip to the Floriade in Holland next year. Held every 10 years, it is the largest horticultural exposition in the world, with a cultural inter­ national programme of music, dance, litera­ ture, theatre and visual art. After an overnight crossing to Rotterdam on May 14th, May 15th will be spent at the Flo­ riade followed by a night in a four star hotel. May 16th will be a day of in­ terest and relaxation in Holland before return­ ing on the overnight crossing to Hull. The cost is £325, which in­ cludes the coach and crossing, dinner, bed arid breakfast on the three nights, entrance to Floriade 2012 and some activities on May 16th.


Election of officers: Chris Thompson (chairman); Matthew Middleton and Jimmy Pilkington (vice- chairmen); Annabelle Robinson (secretary); Michael Newbould (treasurer); Lauren Heaton (minutes sec­ retary); Michael Smith (Press secretary); Fred Wrathall (register); Joe Ormerod (social secretary); Daniel Hea­ ton (sick visitor); Re­ becca Harper and Isaac Wrathall (Festival Hall representatives).


Telephone Angela Smith on 01254 826518 if this is your cat or you know . where it belongs.


The cat has a yellow and white check collar with a small bell on it. It is very friendly and looks well fed. It was funny to start with, but it is now starting to become a problem for residents.


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Flea market Members of Hurst Green Bowling Club are hold­ ing their famous flea market, car boot sale and Teresa’s tombola on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the Memo­ rial Hall. Home-made refreshments served all day.


Film Don’t forget the next


film at St John’s film club will be “Oranges and Sunshine” (15) on Monday, October 10th at 7-30 p.m in St John’s Hall. It tells the tale of a social worker from Not­ tingham who uncovers one of the most signifi­ cant social scaridals of recent times- the mass deportation of working class children from the UK to Australia in the 1950s. Entry is by dona­ tion.


Youth Club The youth club’s annual trip to the Blackpool lights will be taking place on Friday, Octo­ ber 21st. Those interest­ ed need to fill in a slip, get a parental signature and pay £4 at the next youth club tomorrow night or phone Steve Whalley (01254 826962) to check availability.


Auction An entertaining evening with live entertainment, supper and an auction of promises is being held on Friday, Octo­ ber 21st, to raise much needed money for the Old School Hall Trust, Hurst Green. Prom­ ises and pledges are still needed, please contact John Hyde 878402. The evening starts at 7.30pm and tickets are £5. There is an optional pie and peas supper.


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