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Scaling the six highest peaks . in each of the UK’s regions, all within 72 hours, is the massive -andpossiblyunique- challenge that is planned by Clitheroe man Craig Rawsthorne.


Thirty-seven-year-old Craig and friend Paul Aisthorpe, of Lancaster, will embark on the mammoth test of endurance and strength to raise mon­ ey for the Multiple Sclerosis Society. It involves climbing to the


summit of the highest moun­ tain in each of the six regions of the British Isles - England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ire­ land and the Isle of Man. These are the formidable


Ben Nevis in Scotland, Scafell Pike in England, Snowdon in Wales, Slieve Donard in North­ ern Ireland, Carrantuohill in the Republic of Ireland and Snaefell on the Isle of Man. Craig’s Six Peaks Challenge


- to begin on Friday, Septem­ ber 26th - will take in 19,370 ft of ascent, around 60 miles of pure hill walking, 1,000 miles of driving and three sea crossings - all to be completed within 72 hours.


call thatlastyear Craig, who is manager at Total Foodservice, Clitheroe, raised more than £1,000 for the Multiple Scle­ rosis Society by cycling 1,200 miles from Lands End to John O’Groats. And earlier this year the


Total Foodservice team of cyclists raised £4,000 for local charity Blackburn Youth Zone on another annual fund­ raiser. “I decided on doing this


next challenge for my own personal satisfaction of com­ pleting something tougher than I’ve ever done before,” . explained Craig. “I ’ve searched it on the


internet and, as far as I know, this hasn’t been done before. “Hopefully, the weather


will be kind and the ferries will be on time. “It’s not been an easy chal­


lenge to plan, with so many factors to consider and strict time restraints with ferry crossings to meet, traffic to avoid and sleep deprivation. “On top of this, two of the


she mountains will need to be climbed in darkness.” Craig is hoping local


people will get behind his challenge and help raise money for the vital work of theMultipleSclerosisSociety. Anyone wishing to sup­


port him can send an email to craig@totalfoodservice.co.uk


Date is set for ‘sex grooming’ hearing


Clitheroe man and former local UKIP election can­ didate Ron Loebell has appeared in court via a video link accused of three charges alleging under-age sexual grooming linked to the internet. Ronald John Loebell (71),


of Edisford Road, Clitheroe, appeared at Preston Crown Court via a video link from HMP Liverpool. He entered not plea to


charges of attempting to cause a 12-year-old girl to engage in sexual activity. . Thethreechargeshefaces


arise out of alleged activ­ ity on a teenage chat inter­ net site and he is accused of being in contact with some­ one claiming to be a 12-year- old girl. It is alleged the pension­


er was, in fact, unknowingly communicating with an undercover police olficer. He faces two charges of be'-


incite a female child aged un­ der 13 to watch or look at an image of sexual activity. Paul Brookwell (prosecut­


ing) said no pleas had been en­ tered at this stage and Judge Gibson set the date ofLoebeU’s next hearing for November 14th. At an earlier hearing mag­


istrates were told police were investigating the possibility of otheroffences and the defend­ ant’s computer was being in­ terrogated. Loebell was previously a


Ron Loebell.


ing an offender aged 18 or over attempting to cause or incite a child under 13 to engage in sex­ ual activity, and a third charge of attempting to cause or


candidate for UKIP in Edisford Ward in the Ribble Valley Bor­ ough Council elections of May, 2011, and also stood for elec­ tion to Clitheroe Town Coun­ cil, but was beaten in both contests. UKIP has previously said


that Loebell had retired from localpolitics and was no longer involved with either the


Ribble Valley or East Lanca­ shire sections ofthe party.


Top marks for clean hospital


Cleanliness at Clitheroe Community Hospital has been scored highly in a pa­ tient-led assessment. The recently opened


hospital was rated 95.77% forstandards of cleanliness, food, privacy and dignity. In the Patient-Led As­


sessment of the Care Envi­ ronment (PLACE) report, East Lancashire Hospital NHS Trust’s overall food rat­ ing rose to 85.74% - a signifi­ cant increase on the previous year’s score of 79.97%. It’s PLACE rating alsosaw


increases in privacy, dignity and wellbeing (87.37%) and the condition, appearance and maintenance of its hos­ pitals (87.16%). Cleanliness ofthe Trust’s


hospitals scored highest of all at 91.68%. Mr Martin Morgan, head


of estates and facilities, said: “ELHT recognises our re­ sponsibility to provide the highest level of care possi­ ble for our patients and this, without question, includes the quality and nutritional value of the food we serve.”


NEWS IN BRIEF


Next week’s blood donor sessions in the Ribble Valley are at Longridge Civic Hall, Willows Park Lane, onMondayandWest Bradford Village Hall on Wednesday.


Valley blood donor sessions next week Times are from 1-45 to 3-45


pm and 5 to 7-30 pm at each venue.


Appointments can be made by calling 0300123 23 23 up


to midnight the previous day.


Patients’ views being sought


The North West Ambu­ lance Service NHS Trust is to launch diaries for patients to complete to capture their experiences o f ambulance services and hospitals across the


region. Theaimoftheschemeis


tobetterunderstand.froma patient’s perspective, the


booking of transport as well as transportation to and from hospital appoint­ ments and experiences of hospital clinics. Sarah Faulkner, direc­


tor of quality at the NWAS, said: “Listening to what our patients have to say in the diaries will provide us with a rich source of infor­ mation. “We will have a complete


view of the service, from the booking through to the hos­ pital appointment.” The programme, which


will continue for the rest of September, involves pa­ tients who are attending appointments at the Royal Blackburn Hospital as well as others across the North- West. . . • To receive more


information about the patient experience pro­ gramme, email the team at talktous@nwas.nhs.uk


Fancy a ride in a hot air


balloon? Hanson Cement, Clitheroe,


will stage its first open day event for six years at which


visitors will be able to enjoy the rare opportunity to tour the quarry, as well as be in with the chance to win


-a ride in a hot air balloon. The event takes place on


Saturday, September 20th, and other attractions will include tours of the cement plant,achancetogetcloseup tothegiantmachinesusedin the quarry and the opportu­ nity to view the trains and road tankers which trans­ port the cement to its final destination. There will also be face


painting plus displays on geology and the cement making process. Visitors will be offered


the chance to take part in a helium balloon race, with the person whose balloon travels the furthest win­ ning a hot air balloon ride. • For more informa­


tion, call 01686 640630 or 0 79 6 76 5 5 3 79 -


CUTHEROEADVERTISER&TIMES I SUMMER LUNCHEON: Donations continue to pour in fo r local Macmillan 100 Club


Frustration over child access led to clothes burning


A Clitheroe man filmed Stevenson pouring petrol on himself burning clothes the clothes and then setting belonging to his ex-partner fire to them, and then posted the clip on “In fairness to the de- Facebook.


fendant, his ex-partner has Blackburn magistrates contacted the prosecution


heard that John Andrew andsaidhehasreplacedthe Stevenson (49) had acted clothing,” said Miss Allan, outoffrustrationoverprob-


“She said she was not


lems with child access, but minded to proceed with he was told by magistrates the case, but that is not a that his behaviour was not decision for her.” acceptable.


Stevenson, who is subject “Nothing will ever be re- to a restraining order, told


solved by taking matters into the court there were ongo- your own hands,” the chair- ing problems with access to man of the Bench said.


his child and his ex-partner Stevenson, o f Manor turning up at his home,


Road, Clitheroe, pleaded which put him in breach of guilty to damaging clothing the restraining order. worth£300.Hewasfined£50


“It seems that i f I don’t 100 club’s £10,000-plus boost for cancer care charity


A former nursing sister who worked with Mother Teresainlndia was the guest speaker at the Ribble Valley Macmillan Cancer Support 100 Club’s summer luncheon at Mitton Hall. Stella Holt’s topic, “Godwill provide”, kept the ladies entertained. The committee received numerous


donations, plus proceeds from fund­ raising events totalling£io,ooo, with an extra £1,500 being raised at the lunch. Money receivedincluded£i,40ofroma coffee morning at West Bradford Village Hall, £1,750 from the Village Fete Committee at the Stork Hotel,


Read, £2,000 from Blackburn Rotary Club and £500 each from two competi­ tors in the Greater Manchester Run, Louise Brown and Carol Hindle. Pictured above are Hazell Beattie, Susan Fillary,BarbaraBarker, Linda Barnes, Margaret Blatchford and Mary Hall.


Chance to air views on local health services


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Residents invited to help reshape care provision The CCG has organised


Tosee if they are getting services right, health officials are urging Ribble Valley residents to share their experiences and thoughts via afocusgroup.


The NHS East Lancashire Clinical Commissioning Group has responsibility for buying most local health serv­ ices, including the community


ones. The organisation is now


calling upon people who use these services to help reshape primary care services. The CCG wants to know


what is currently working well and which areas should be improved for a better patient experience.


two focus groups in the area - the first was held yesterday (Wednesday) at Whalley Medi­ cal Centre. The second one is tomorrow(Friday) atClitheroe Health Centre from noon to 2 pm. Lunch will be provided. Primary care is the local


healthcare that we receive from GPs, dentists, pharma­ cists, opticians and other health services in the com­ munity. These are the serv­ ices that most often bring people into contact with the NHS, as around 90% of patient contacts with the NHS involve these services. ’. Dr Ian Whyte, Clitheroe GP and the clinical lead for the Ribblesdale locality at NHS East Lancashire CCG, said: “We know from the listening events that we have already held across our localities - and speaking with patients


and carers - that in some areas health services are very good and in others they do not meet the standards we expect. “We have a number of big


challenges facing us and we need to work with patients, carers and communities to consider how we reshape services to ensure we can provide sustainable services for the long term.” If you would like to attend


the focus group, confirm your attendance by ringing Kirsty Hamer on 01282 644955 or sending an email to kirsty. hamer@eastlancsccg.nhs.uk Ifyou cannot attend, there


is a short survey available to complete at https://www. s u r v e y m o n k e y .e om / s / LQVJ3P5. Alternatively, you can call


the community engagement team on 01772 214215 for a written copy.


and ordered to pay £45 costs, do as I am told I don’t get to . Miss Catherine Allan see my child. I was just frus- (prosecuting) said that the trated about the situation,” Facebook clip showed hesaid.


Air ambulance called in for biker


A road traffic accident involving a motorbike near to the Langho roundabout on the A59 was attended by


the North West Air Ambulance at around 4-30 pm on Sunday.


A man in his 20s was airlifted to the Royal Preston Hospi­ tal where he was treated for a fracture to the right leg.


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