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1. PHOTOS: Burnley Soccer Six 2011. 2. Car ploughs through Clitheroe shop window. 3. Mum’s tribute to son (14) after shock death. 4. The Wanted to appear in Burnley Soccer Six tourna­ ment. 5. Clitheroe school- children train with Blackburn Rovers stars. 6. Police warn Clitheroe man over harassment of ex­ partner. 7. Three Burnley town centre shops will close.


War hero Rick^s wedding day joy


By Katie Hammond


wedding ceremony. Rick (31), who was recently


CHATBURN war hero Sgt Rick Clements, who lost both his legs in a Taliban bomb blast, has married fiancee Leanne Isaacs in an emotional


Captain^s charity town league trek


By Marcia Morris


CLITHEROE golfer Ian Lambert is about to visit sbc local golf clubs... but


Golf Club, Ian decided to raise money for the captains’ charities by undertaking a sponsored walk. As Clit­ heroe compete in a local Town League with five other golf clubs - Darwen, Pleasington, Blackburn, Ac­ crington and Wilpshire - Ian will walk back to Clitheroe visit­ ing each of the other golf clubs en route - a total distance of around 25 miles. To increase the challenge, and hopefully generate more sponsorship, he will cany his golf clubs. He starts his walk on June 22nd, start­


of walking between them, carrying a full set of clubs to raise funds for a worthwhile charity. During his year as captain at Clitheroe


ing from Darwen Golf Club at 7 a.m., and hopes to make the walk in one day finishing at his own club, Clitheroe. He said: “How quickly I can coyer the distance depends on several factors, not least my legs. I do have some offers from members to walk some sections with me, however, my original idea was to walk it alone”. Ian’s main back-up, will be his wife


TEEING OFF: Clitheroe Golf Club captain Ian Lambert practising for the Town League Trek, (s)


chosen the charity Cystic Fibrosis Trust. This is due to the bravery shown by a young man he knows called Jack Wicks. Ian said: “Jack, now 10-years-old, has always coped with this disease in a remarkable way. He is the grandson of a very close friend of mine and the walk is also in memory of his grand­ ma, who died four years ago.” Another charity he will support is Help


Eileen, who will drive round to meet him regularly, transporting fresh socks, ice­ packs for his knees and replenishing the drinks and snacks that he will have to carry in his golf bag. For his year in office as captain, Ian has


for Heroes, the chosen charity of Lady Captain Jan Burrows. They both decided to try to raise charity money from outside. the club, rather than simply relying on the generosity of members. Ian, a regular A team player for the Inter Town League, has four grandchildren, two of whom, a five and one-year-old, live lo­ cally. He said: They may be at the club to greet me on my return, but it is probable I will arrive after their bedtime, but I hop* ape


' Sponsorship is possible online at www. T ort and generosity.” justgiving.com/ian-lambert3 (Cystic Fibro­


capable of tackling the extra two-and-a-half rmles home!


Eileen will be there - 1 do not think I will be


sis) or www.justgiving.com/ian-lambert4 (Help for Heroes).


not driving off at any of them. Instead he is taking on the mammoth task


Swing into action aiid raise cash for


Macmillan by Faiza Afzaal


FUND-RAISERS will be swinging into


Davies, on behalf of the Rossendale Macmillan Cancer Fund-raising Group, the day will take the format of a shotgun start at 1 p.m., compris­ ing teams of four ladies or four gents. Teams are from local clubs and the Lady Captain of Whalley Golf Club is also playing. Celia said: “Along with overall team prizes,


at Whalley Golf Club, is to boost funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. Organised by club members Chris and Celia


action at a forthcoming chari^ golf day. The golf day, to be held on Friday June 17th


very kindly donated raffle and auction prizes, which include a signed Burnley Football Club shirt and a voucher for bed and breakfast at The Inn At Whitewell. Special mentions go to Whalley members Mr Peter Palich, Mr Chris Blackadder and Mr Rob Andrew for their


tation, buffet and entertainment by soul singer Edwin Dukes. “Several members and local businesses have


there will be prizes for nearest the pin, long­ est drive etc. The council members of Whalley Golf Club have kindly donated the use of the clubhouse facilities in support of our fund-rais­ ing attempt. “Following the golf, there will be a presen­


talion Duke of Lancaster’s Regi­ ment, has been in the Army for 14 years and served in Iraq. After doctors battled to save his life in Afghanistan he was transferred to Selly Oak Hospital in Birming-


worst injuries that medics treat­ ing him had ever seen, with both his legs having been blown off and his arm severely mutilated. Sgt Clements, of the 1st Bat­


called up for a six-month tour of duty of Afghanistan in April 2010, his girlfriend Leanne Isaacs received the devastating call to tell her that Rick was fighting for his life after stepping on a con­ cealed landmine while leading a foot patrol in Helmand Province. He had received some of the


on parade in Clitheroe with his comrades as his regiment was granted the freedom of his home borough, was injured when he stepped on a mine whilst on pa­ trol in May, 2010. Just a month after he was


have wished for. It doesn’t change things for us, but this could heTp thousands of other soldiers in the same position. “To be told that the Govern­


ment will advise troops on fer­ tility preservation as a matter of course was amazing. We also believe groin protection may be issued as standard kit, which is so important and means our person­ al loss could help prevent further tragedy.” Of the wedding that the couple


thought may never be possible, Rick said: “It was the happiest day of my life. Seeing so many of the soldiers I owe my life to here with me is an absolute honour. Despite everything, I feel like I’m the luckiest person in the world.” He went on to describe his new


TRIUMPH OVER TRAGEDY: Sgt Rick Clements with his bride Leanne Isaacs, (s)


injuries may prove too much for Leanne to bear, she loyally stood by him and supported him


ham. He twice had to be resusci­ tated on the fiight home and was in a coma for three weeks. When he came round, he was told the devastating news that not only had he lost his legs, but that he also would never be able to father children. Although Rick thought his


the devoted couple were told that they had won their campaign for soldiers to have the right to have sperm frozen before going on a tour of duty. Leanne (29) said: “It was the best wedding present we could


through seven months in hospital and further rehabilitation, before they became officially engaged in December. Just hours before the wedding,


wife as his “rock”: “She is always there when I need her and when I have been upset and angry. We have made it this far and now hopefully, we can put everything behind us.” Rick is determined to walk on


prosthetic limbs, with the help of his rehab team at Headley Court Military Hospital: “It’s going to be a long process, but I’m deter­ mined to do it. “We are optimistic about the


future and can face anjdhing as long as we are together.”


Matthew’s bravery inspires aunt and uncle to splash in for charity


Avenue, will take part in the Great North Swim on Sunday, June 19th, for Epilepsy Action, a charity which provides informa­ tion about coping with epilepsy and sei­ zures. Jenny’s nephew, 18-year-old Matthew


A CLITHEROE couple are going to great lengths to raise money for a charity which helps those with a condition suffered by their teenage nephew. D?.vid and Jenny Grooby, of Milton


minute - sometimes he needs a sleep af­ terwards as the seizure makes him feel very tired, but afterwards he wakes up and he is back to his normal happy, smil­ ing self. In spite of his condition, he is an inspiration to us all with his resilience and bravery. “The impact on his family and friends


for this very worthy cause or wish to attend the evening event, they are asked to contact Mr Chris Davies at Whalley Golf Club.


any readers would like to donate prizes


blesdale High School Technology College and lives with his mother, Jane, has never let his epilepsy control his life. He is currently midway through com­ pleting a diploma in sport at St Mary’s


has been massive. He is a popular lad and has lots of friends. They have all experi­ enced his seizures and know how to look after him when one happens - stopping him from overbalancing or falling - gener­ ally looking out for him.” Matthew, who is a former pupil of Rib-


lepsy can be controlled through prescrip­ tion drugs. However, this has not been the case with Matthew. He still has minor seizures three or four times a week, which appear to others as though he is staring into space. “These last for about 30 seconds to a


Riley, was diagnosed with temporal lobe epilepsy at the age of 13. Jenny explained: “In most cases, epi­


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MAKING A SPLASH: David and Jenny Grooby along with their nephew, Mat­ thew. (s)


Bupa Great North Run, raising more than £1,300 for the charity, and was presented with a Epilepsy Action Edward award by his collese.


College, Blackburn. Sport has always played a big part in his life, playing foot­ ball for Readstone United and Clitheroe Wolves, and also playing junior cricket for Read Cricket Club. He is now a regular player for Read United FC, sometimes playing with the first team. Matthew also took part in the 2010'


ward to the Great North Swim and want to raise as much money as possible for Ep­ ilepsy Action. The outdoor swim is in the beautiful Windermere in Cumbria and I will be attempting the front crawl to make it more of a challenge. We have been brav­ ing outdoor swimming in Salford Quays in preparation of the event.” • Anyone wishing to sponsor Jenny and


Jenny said: “We are really looking for­


David can do so by logging onto www.vir- einmoneveivine.com/team/eroobv


Pharmacy is set to move


we can to ensure the re­ location causes minimum disruption to our custom­ ers.


macy at King Street will continue to provide a full dispensing service, as well as a wide range of prod­ ucts and services in the new pharmacy, stocking


will give easier access to health care services to the local community by locat­ ing closer to Clitheroe Health Centre. “We will do everything


m anager fo r Lloyds Pharmacy, said: “Lloyds Pharmacy can confirm its Clitheroe pharmacy will move from Church Street to King Street at the end of the summer 2011. “We believe the move


“The new Lloyds phar­


CLITHEROE’S Lloyds Pharmacy will relocate to premises closer to the town’s Health Centre, a company spokeswoman has confirmed. Michelle Burke, area


both medical and retail items that we know are regularly bought by local residents. “We will also continue


to dispense to residents of care homes, nursing homes and sheltered ac­ commodation. “In addition, Lloyds


sent in to Ribble Valley Borough Council for the part change of use from a fiorist shop to retail sales of beauty products and treatment rooms at 23 King Street, Clitheroe.


ing sent out by the Forest of Bowland Area of Out­ standing Natural Beauty team, vrho are organising a gentle stroll around the village on Wednesday, June 15th as part of this year’s Festival Bowland programme. Tliere will be the chance


to find out about the. ar ­ ea’s flora and fauna, plus


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at the beauty of Newton WHY not spend an evening discovering the landscape and ecology of the lovely village of New- ton-in-BowIand? That is the challenge be­


Chance to take close look


a little history along the way. Approximately three


miles long, the circular route involves gentle gra­ dients and some stiles. Stout shoes, plus wa­


cate to property formerly ■ occupied by Blue Door Desi^s at 7- 9 King Street and a planning applica­ tion for four internally il­ luminated signs has been submitted to Ribble Val­ ley Borough Council. • Plans have been


Pharmacy provides a free repeat prescription deliv­ ery service for all patients, delivering medication di­ rectly to their homes.” The pharmacy will relo­


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terproofs or sun hats and sunscreen (depending on the weather!) are recom­ mended. The walk starts at 7 p.m. from the village car park and costs £2. Places need to be


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