Cntheroe Advertiser &Tlmes,Thursday, March 22,2012 Dust off the


across the Valley, commenting: “A total of 3,500 applications for street parties to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee have been received so far by councils around the country, the Local Government Asso­ ciation has announced. That is fantastic news and I hope that the streets of the Ribble Valley will be absolutely no different! “The jubilee is a fantastic op­


advice and all the relevant ap­ plication details on Ribble Val­ ley Borough Council’s website and I would encourage any­ body thinking of having a street party to get in touch with the council and add to the sense of occasion.” ' .:


portunity for people to come together and celebrate.being British and to show how fondly the people of the UK think of Her Majesty. “There is good guidance,


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helpful notes and a display of photos about Maupassant. There.^ere also readings of his woW Ijy members and audio recordings. The evening was rounded off with a film based on one of Maupassant’s short stories, “Boulc de Suif’. The next meeting is on Mon­


Maupassant AT the latest meeting oif Le Cercle Frangais de Ribbles- dale, members were treated to a talk about the life and works of Guy de Maupassant by member Christine Phipps. ; She supported the talk with


day, April 16th, (a week later than usual) at 7-30 p.m. at the Great Hall at Whallcy Abbey when there will be a “Soiree de Cabaret” by Pam and Pad- die. All are welcome, whatever level of French.


GUESSTIMATE: Aldo is inviting his Whalley Road Chippy customers to guess how many peas are in the jar, with proceeds going to two charities.


by Duncan Smith


: cal Heroes Foundation. Proprietor Aldo Giaquinto has


i a competition to raise funds for '’its two chosen charities, the North West Air Ambulance and Our Lo-


SHARP-EYED customers at an award winning Clitheroe chippy could win a free fish sup­ per for two every month for a .year. y iWhalley Road Chippy is running


filled an empty sweet jar with dried peas and placed it on the counter at his busy fish and chip shop at 74 Whalley Road. To enter the com­ petition, customers need to guess how many peas are in the jar, writ­ ing their guess and details on a form in the shop. It costs just 50p a go, with all pro­


ceeds going to the two charities, and no food or drink purchase is


reading an article about another fryer down in Cornwall who had done the same thing, and the idea of giving the profit to local charities came because of watching some recent news that the charity sector that is facing local and national gov­ ernment funding cuts of between £lbn and £5.5bn,” explained Aldo. “It’s important never to forget


on July 10th when the jar will be emptied and the peas counted in the shop, with everyone able to go along and watch. “The idea came to me through


how lucky we all are and all the blessings we have, and it’s espe­ cially in these moments of difficulty that charities need our help.”


necessary to enter. Whoever guess­ es the exact number, or is closest to it, will win Aldo’s award-winning fish, chips and peas for two each month for a year. The competition closes at 2 p.m.


tomers, Whalley Road Chippy has been voted the second best in the North-West two years in a row and been granted the highest five star food hygiene rating by Ribble Val­ ley Borough Council. “We also would like to thank all


Popular with it many loyal cus­


that number and raise at least £1,181 for the two charities with our guess the peas competition.” • Whalley Road Chippy is open


our customers who have supported the equality campaign for all HM Forces veterans and I am sure they would like to know that we have collected 1,181 signatures on the Armed Forces Pension Group petition that we had in our shop,” added Aldo. “Now let’s see if we can match


Tuesday to Saturday from 11-30 a.m. to 2 p.m and 4-30 to 8-30 p.m. For more details visit: www.whalley roadchippy.blogspot.com


Holts Shoes Masons support fundraiser Bill


Ladies & Mens George Street, Whalley www.holtsshoes.co.uk


Tel: 01254 822678


;. and District Masonic Fellowship.


Sandals


from £15.99 to designer shoes with matching


bags at £200


BELLADONNA Park Street, Lytll'am


Ladies Shoes ; Www.belladonnashoes.co.uk Tel: 01253 735124


Shoes for every


occasion


~ Britain in aid of Can­ cer Research UK and, with Gift Aid, raised around £30,000. Bill wanted to sup-


’ survivor Bill cycled .4,440 miles around the coast of Great


; r 'Lastyear.'cahcer


A CHEQUE for £300 was presented to charity stalvrart Mr Bill Honey well by members of Clitheroe


bunting... “PARTY on!” is the message from Ribble Valley MP Nigel Evans, who is urging his con­ stituents to get into the dia­ mond jubilee spirit v; He wants to see street parties


Charity really begins at home


women in Clitheroe now have a roof over their heads and a safe place to call home, thanks to staff and customers at Clitheroe’s YMCA shop, next to the Booths store in Station Road. Money raised from sales of items donated to the


over a cheque for just over £10,000, the proceeds from sales mere, to the regional organisation. well as the usual range of goods, the former


Kwik Save store is big enough to stock larger items of donated furniture and household items and is a great place to pick up a bargain and by doing so also help someone else.


ing, local social housing provider Ribble Valley Homes and Ribble Valley Borough Council. The Clitheroe YMCA shop has recently handed


shop has helped to provide two houses in Clithe­ roe for local young homeless people. • ■ The project was run jointly by the YMCA work­


A CLITHEROE charity shop is making a real dif­ ference to people’s lives right on its.own doorstep. ‘ Two formerly homeless and vulnerable young


vrww.clitherooadvertisor.co.uk


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Fuel prices concern MP


by Faiza Afzaal


RIBBLE VALLEY MP Nigel Evans understands the concerns of many residents in the Ribble Valley who are worried about high fuel pnees, particularly in rural areas. Speaking from Westminster, Mr Evans


MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Holding the cheque are Clitheroe YMCA shop manager Janis Rodia (right) and manager of services for YMCA Blackburn Lorraine Prentice (left). Also pictured is the charity’s senior shop support manager Caroline Lowe (far right) and other volunteers and supporters.


Fish, and


a large number of letters on this issue and I must say that I agree that fuel is too expensive. I have written to the Chancellor to tell him that many families are struggling because of the current price of fuel. “Many do not have public transport


alternatives and the car is, therefore, essential for work or engaging in any social activity as facilities tend to be located in more urban areas.” '


A p eek at Ghic Vintique


A NEW event comes to Clitheroe next month when the St Mary’s Centre hosts the town’s first Chic Vintique Fair. Taking place on Saturday April 14th,


will be available. For more information or to book a stall, call 07779 342782, or visit wwwbrevents.co.uk.


from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the fair is a blend of antiques, collectables, vintage, retro, quality crafts and gorgeous gifts and goodies. Admission is just £1 and refreshments


A FUND-RAISING evening will be held at The Atrium cafe at Clitheroe Castle tonight to raise money for the Mozambique Mission Trip from Clitheroe’s St James’ Church. There will be a range of stalls


that in rural areas, cars are not a luxury but a necessity. Businesses and families alike rely on them for their daily needs, and fuel is increasingly eating away at family incomes. “Over the past week, I have received


said: “I do understand and sympathise entirely. I t is becoming ridiculously expensive to fill up an average car and the price.continues to rise while, in the main, people’s disposable income is less. “I believe that it is important to recognise


Clltheroe Advertiser &Times,Thursday, March 22,2012. NEXT WEEK


Lancashire charity shop at the top of Moor Lane, Clitheroe, created a special display of items suitable as Mother’s Day gifts in the run-up to last weekend. One of the items was a boxed Coty


of its original retail value, but the volunteers could hardly believe it when they realised that last Thursday someone had stolen the perfume from the display. “That £5 would have paid for 20


L’Aimant vanity gift set, containing a bottle of perfume and a powder puff, both new and unused. Priced at just £5, it was a fraction


given this perfume they read this and realise where it came from.”


phone calls to elderly people who feei isolated or lonely, or paid towards a whole range of other services that Age UK Lancashire provides for elderly people right here in this area,” said charity shop manager Sheila. “Everything we make stays here in Lancashire. “I just hope that if someone was


Fund-raiser for Mozambique trip


selling second-hand books and DVDs, plus Bodyshop goods, a clothes swap, home-made cards, jewellery and candles, as well as perfumes and cakes. The event will start at 7-30 p.m. and runs until 9-30 p.m.


Ceilidh struck the right note


A ST PATRICK’S Day Ceilidh held in Chatburn School was a huge success, bringing almost • 100 people together for a highly


. Jubilee Celebrations in June. The committee was formed by members of Christ Church in . Chatbura. The talented Millstone Band


Chatburn Diamond Jubilee Committee’s aim of providing increased social activity for the benefit of the community, and at the same time raising funds for the village.’s Diamond


sociable evening. The event was part of the


^Margaret Watkins, ' who died from breast cancer. : This May, he will


-Western Isles in un-' "dei^a month - to make r. a donation visit WWW. ' just^ving.com/Bill-' ' ' Honeywell -


: complete a cycle tour of 39 of the Scottish


fo J I? O o T r cSi.cer'' R e s e a% ? K Z ^ r1 !^ Bill (centre) being presented with a cheque GarnSt."^'**


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port’Cancer Research UK after beating - testicular and bowel ^ cancer himself, and in memory of his friend


performed live music for the ceilidh, its caller keeping dancers on their toes with a lovely sense of humour and sensitivity to the ability of the dancers, including^ some who massacred the steps! -


Ju b i le e com m itte e , Clive Greenwood, said: “We are absolutely delighted with the high number of people who came an'd with how everyone enjoyed the Ceilidh Dance. “There has been so much


groups, from seven to 77. Chairman of the Diamond


glowing feedback. “This is in addition to the


amount of money which was raised towards the Chatburn Diamond Jubilee events in June. “The jumble sale iii February


are busy organising more events to be held in each month before June, all integrated into the Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Chatbum.”


The event was enjoyed by all age


organised by the Chatbum Youth Fomm to take place at 11 a.m. on Easter Saturday, April 7th, from The Brown Cow in Chatbum. An Auction of Promises will take


An Easter Egg Hunt is being


who wishes to submit their promise in addition to the 43 so far, by contacting David or Cynthia Openshaw on 01200 440551, or Janet on 01200 441394. The Chatbum Diamond Jubilee


place on May 12th in Chatburn School. There is still time for anyone


also proved to be a success, raising more than £500 towards the fund. “Members of the community


Diamond Jubilee Fund will be donated to the North West Air Ambulance.


Favourite shop front vote WINNER: Shindiggz. (s)


SHINDIGGZ balloon and party specialist shop on Whalley Road : has been voted the customers’ favourite for February.in-the . Clitheroe Shop Front Competition, run in conjunction with Ribble Valley Borough’ Council and the Clitheroe Chamber of Trade and Commerce. T h e shop h a s won the.


' specialised window artist for one of their future window displays. ■ The customer who nominated the shop and wins £50 is Helen Whyte of Clitheroe. She said: “The shop always


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Celebrations take place from June 2nd to 4th and a free 20-page brochure is now available from most shops, businesses tourist offices and libraries in the area. Ail surplus from the Chatburn


Ann-Marie, costing £3-50, including a free drink and nibbles. People are also welcome to pay on the door. For further details, contact Ann-Marie on 01200 427561.


Tickets are available from


STEALING from a charity shop’s Mother’s Day display has left helpers there wondering just how low some people can go? Volunteers at the Age UK


Strategic plan for high quality local health services


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