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Could Bowland’s hen harrier be national bird of Britain?


A rare and endangered bird of prey with strong links to this area is in the running to become the national bird of Britain.


The hen harrier, pushed to the brink of extinction as a breed­ ing bird in England, is in the top 10 in a poll to find For the past three decades,


United Utilities has worked in partnership with the RSPB to monitor and protect this icon­ ic bird of prey. This year, two out of the four known nests in Eng-


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land were on the water com­ pany’s estate in Bowland - a traditional stronghold for the bird. Various agencies provide around the clock surveillance by dedicated staff and volun­ teers. So they are delighted that


the hen harrier is currently in eighth place in the new online poll, the brainchild of the “Ur­ ban Birder”, David Lindo. Mr Lindo has dreamed of


launching a national poll for the country’s favourite bird since asking his classmates aged seven the same ques­ tion. Back then, his fellow pupils unanimously backed


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Raiders forced their way into a house in Mellor, stole the keys for a Mini and drove off with the vehicle. Police are appealing for information about the burglary, which happened between September 7th and 12th. The intruders forced their way into the property in Barker Lane by snapping the lock and stole the keys to the blue-coloured vehicle. The stolen Mini's registration is J500 SMM. If you have in­ formation regarding the whereabouts of the car, call the policeonthe non-emergency number, 101.


Rotary autumn fair date


Ribblesdale Rotary Club of is holding an autumn fair from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday, October 25th, The venue is West Bradford Village Hall and attractions


The hen harrier in flight


the sparrow. But it has not made it into the top 10 so far this time. * Unlike many countries,


Britain has no official nation­ al bird, and Mr Lindo is hoping to put that right. United Utilities spokes­


man Sean Robinson said: “We think it’s a great idea. We have a big range of bird life on our land, and we work closely withtheRSPBonanumberof


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schemes. We’re slightly in fa­ vour of the Hen Harrier, as we have worked hardtoprotectit for a long time.” • The red kite has also made it currently in 10th place, after reintroduction schemes helped it return from near-ex­ tinction. “It is how increasingly


familiar sight in UK skies. But the robin has flown into the lead in the first


weeks of national voting. Between now and the end


of October, voters could chose up to six of their favourite birds from a list of 60 on the website www.votenational bird.com Alongside garden favour­


ites such as the blue tit and blackbird, species including barn owls, kingfishers, mute swans, magpies and puffins have all received votes.


- will include a tombola, face-painting, magic, music and stalls selling cards, cakes etc. There will also be a story telling session and a Remembrance Revelation of the First World War. Admission is £2 and all proceeds will go to Rotary chari­ ties. There are stalls available and to book one call Mrs Tricia Newmark on 01282 771534.


Pair of Kays in the dock


A 39-year-old Clitheroe man has appeared before Black­ burn magistrates charged with dangerous driving. Garry Robert Kay, of Turner Street, Clitheroe, also faces charges of failing to stop and failing to report an accident. Elliot James Kay (18), of the same address, was charged with using threatening behaviour towards Mohammed Rafhan and Raheela Rafhan. Both men were remanded on bail until September 25th.


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Youngsters sail through to gain qualifications


A group of youngsters from Clitheroe Youth Forum have sailed through to achieving their National Royal Yachting Association level land level 2 qualifications. Over the summer holidays, 35 members had been attend­ ing the East Lancashire Sailing Club at Rishton. In order to achieve the qualifications, they had to sail a topper single handedonaset course, capsize and re-board safely and com­


petently, rig and de-rig, learn rope techniques, rescue anoth­ er person, moor the craft safely and learn many other new techniques and skills. Youth Forum leader Mel Diack MBE said: “Considering that these youngsters aged 10-13 have not sailed before, they achieved a great deal in such a short space of time. This is also all credit to the coaches and instructors at the club led by Commodore Robin Tomlinson.”


Eleanor Whitehead,St James'CE PnmarySchool, Clitheroe.


Amelia Young,StMichaelandSt John PrimarySchool,Clitheroe


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