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the Royal Mail that the price of a first class stamp is set to rise from 46p to 60p, while second class stanms will rise from 36p to 50p. The change in prices will take place at the end of this month.


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CONCERNS have been raised by Ribble Valley MP Nigel Evans over the soaring cost of stamps. I t has been announced-by


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shocked. These are prohibitive rates and the increases are way above any semblance of infiation.


genuinely aghast when I read that first class stamps were to rise to 60p and second class ones to 50p. “I think many people will be


Mr Evans said: “I was


. “Royal Mail is now free to set its own prices, and my goodness me, hasn’t it! “I suspect at this rate of


' plummet, the service will cease to exist and we will have lost a great institution.


increase it won’t be long before the £5 note is produced with a sticky back in order for it to double up as a stamp. “My worry is that sales will


“I would rather see the


• prices of stamps dropped to encourage people to use the Royal Mail so we could keep and even increase jobs, rather than constantly downsizing.


is under enormous pressure to make itself pay its way in the modem world in which we now


“I know that the Royal Mail


live, but I do think that this is a mistake.”


‘Olympic Vartwork wins prizes


. have gone on to further success in the competition’s district final. Ethan Rogers, a pupil at


TWO local vritmers in a schools art competition organised by the Rotary Club of Clithefoe


-then went on to win the district. competition too. In the intermediate section,


artists Jo Taylor, Peter Taylor and Harry Caunce, and displayed at Clitheroe Castle ;Muscum.


local competition, which this year had an Olympics theme. They were judged by local


Epic tour tale


CLITHEROE Lady' Farmers were delighted to welcome local estate agent and charity fu n d - ra ise r Bill Honeywell, accompanied by his wife Val, to their latest meeting, held at the Calf s Head Hotel, Worston.


' Using slides to illustrate his namatiye. Bill gave a fascinating insight into his recent marathon charity cycle ride around the entire coast of Great Britain, which raised more than £30,000 for Cancer Research UK.


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of 4,440 miles, to incorporate the most westerly, northerly, easterly and southerly points of the compass, and members were treated to a wtual tour, seeing thebreathtaking scenery, the humorous signposts and situations, the characters along the way — and the occasionally atrocious weather, which included


deprecating style, Bill was dismissive o f hardships and difficulties he encountered, but full of praise for support and assistance he received fi-om faimly, fiiends and colleagues.


Bill’s challenge covered a distance


m which modern technology including GPS tracking and tweeting had been utilised to good advantage.


Bui’s next project is to c^cle 39 of the most accessible Scottish Western Isles during May - again to raise funds for Cancer Research UK o^Sarah Hartley proposed the vote


.Never one to rest on his laurels,


firightening gale force conditions. . In his own-inimitable, self-


were circulated, and members were reminded of the county ACM to be held on April 10th.


alfthe tickets for the forthcoming fashion show at Clitheroe Golf Club had now been sold. ■Invitations from other branches


f thanks. Members were informed that


that meticulous planning and preparation was essential for an operation of this magnitude. And Bill outlined the ways


ready for the next person to take over. It quickly became apparent


a. back-up team accompanied him, driving Bill’s newly-acquired mbtorhome in weekly shifts, before returning to Clitheroe using his car,


■Throughout the whole journey, G u e s t sp e a k e r


could last 20 minutes or even 24 hours and usually effect one side of the body, facial, arms or legs, as well as speech, and should any of these be appar­ ent then call 999. Pathways for treatment have improved and the teaching of healthcare re­ ceptionists to recognise symp­ toms is being implemented. Mrs Holtom concluded by saying that the top five tips for survival are eat healthily, ex­ ercise, stop smoking, sensible drinking and less salt on food.


ing that 25%. of people under 65 have had a stroke m the past 12 months and diabetics are 20% more at risk and this was' on the increase. If nothing is done damage was permanent because the blood flow to the brain cells is interrupted. Aids to stimulate damaged blood vessels are being developed such as tablets and injections to prevent blood clots. Strokes vary in severity and


GUEST speaker at the Ribble Valley Diabetic Group meet­ ing on diabetes and strokes was Caroline Holtom, a health specialist firom Blackburn. Mrs Holtom started by say­


local winner. Harry Islay, a pupil at Whalley’s Oakhill College, went on to be placed third in the district competitibn. There were 210 entries in the


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CLITHEROE’S rising star Alix Carey needs a


• helping hand to keep her on the path to stardom - so her mum has organised a summer showcase of talent


' at The Grand. The 17-year-old, who


■ money to keep Alix at Italia Conti, and also to help fund a trip to America for a little girl called Ellie, so she can have an operation to help her walk. “I’ve got to find hundreds of


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video, or tour with Rihanna, and Italia Conti has given me


West End show, that’s one of my main ambitions,” said Alix. “I ’d love to be in a music


will he donated to the Ellie Leathert Fund. . “My dream is to appear in a


Holt, the winner of Grab 2011, The Grand’s inter-school talent competition, has promised to sing at the August event, with the full line-up of acts to be announced soon. A quarter of the funds raised


could sponsor or help Alix it would be greatly appreciated, because I’m desperate to keep her at the school.” Singing sensation James .


pounds a month to fund Alix for her uniform, travel and all the classes she attends. I’m on my own with another teenage daughter, so it is tough. “If there is anybody who


to ensure she completes her three-year dance and singing degree at Britain’s oldest theatre arts training school. Her mother Alison said: “I ’m trying to raise extra


attended Ribblesdale High School Technology College, is studying for an acting and dance degree at the renowned Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts in London. But Alix needs extra funds


RISING STAR: Alix Carey, (s)


Grand box oftice, while Alison can be contacted via the Grand on 01200 421599.


of Talent will be staged on Saturday, August 11th. Tickets available from


Conti Academy said: “There is tremendous competition for places here,^ and hopefully it will be Alix’s first step towards a professional career.” The Grand’s Showcase


singer Sir Noel Coward was a former student at the London Academy, while actresses Tracey Ullman, Emily Lloyd and Patsy Kensit all graduated from the Conti Academy. A spokeswoman for Italia


lot, and my teachers have said that. I feel very honoured to be here, there’s some amazing talent at Italia Conti.” Playwright, ac to r and


at the moment, and I’ve had to learn scripts, acting and singing to camera, so that is a bit daunting. “My confidence has grown a


the chance to develop my skills in singing, acting and dancing to try and achieve that. “I ’m doing Shakespeare


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Pendle Primary School, in . Clitheroe, won the local leg of the competition’s junior section, and


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lead a walk from Chipping on Saturday, April 21st, as part of the Festival Bowland programme of events.


will take in footpaths to the north of Chipping, highlighting the area’s fanning tradition and beautiful surroundings


selection of his lyrical verses including A I^nd for Your Dreams, a poem in praise of Bowland’s special qualities. •Around three miles in length, the route


During the walk, Michael will recite a


the Forest of Bowland this month - with a walk which combines the two. Local poet William Michael Neary will


LOVERS of landscape and poetry have the perfect opportunity to enjoy both in


Bowland in verse by Faiza Afeaal of £4 (children free) will be donated to


place, call the Forest of Bowland AONB office on 01200 448000, or e-mail: sandra. silk@lancashire.gov.uk


Bowland Tourism Environment Fund. For further information, or to book a


GENEROUS: Kate and Robert present the cheque to Father Martin at St Augustine’s High School.


around two hours. Booking is essential and the entry cost


his love of this part of Lancashire with others. The walk begins at 10 a.m. and will last


My Way Home to Chippin’, Michhel MOWS the area well and is keen to share


» collection of poems entitled. Pupils^ boost for charity


re-enactment of the events of Holy Week


to mark Holy Week, Year 11 pupils Kate Bray and Robert Jones presented a cheque for £1,888 to Father Martin Dowd, who accepted it bn behalf of the charity Caritas, also known as St Joseph’s Penny. The Mass included a


P U P I L S at St Augustine’s RC High School, in Billington, have dug deep into their pockets to raise money for local needy families. After the school Mass


displaying food from places as diverse as Angola, Singapore and Greece, as well as speciality breads and meats from local suppliers.


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Augustine’s, the annual PTFA International Food Eveni ng was attended again this year by large numbers of people including mayors from the Ribble Valley and Hyndbum. There were stalls


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