Published at: Friday 1st November 2013 First Floor, Town Council Offices, Issue 648 Civic Hall Square, , ter DL4 1AH. ap Telephone/Fax: 01388 775896 hill Duty journalist: 0790 999 2731 Ferry h ilt o n C & C h At the heart www.thechapter.org of our wonderful community email: [email protected] A Golden Anniversary Schools celebrate going global

Schools from across the ed and interlinked world, county were recognised for it’s more and more im- their world-wide work on portant that our children 15th October, when they are both knowledgeable received the International and curious about other School Award. cultures, rather than At the prestigious event, nervous of them. Fear so organised by Durham often stems from igno- County Council’s Interna- rance. So it’s lovely to be tional Office, 16 schools part of this celebration from County Durham, of the amazing work that including Cleves Cross the children of County Primary School, were Durham, and the North amongst the 42 in the North East as a whole, are doing East collecting the award to strengthen their inter- from children’s author, and national links, widen their former Children’s Laureate, horizons and deepen their Anne Fine OBE. The awards understanding of the world are given to schools who they inherit.” offer their pupils a truly Cllr Pauline Charlton, Susan and Raymond Banner received a beautiful bouquet of flowers from Ferryhill global learning experience, said, “We want our pupils Town Mayor, Ken Campbell. creating accredited links to leave school equipped with other schools and with the skills to take their Susan and Raymond Banner Susan was born at Howden- tember 1965. The couple’s pupils across the world, place in a globally linked were married on October le-wear in 1942. She left daughter Louise followed allowing young people to economy and market- 26th 1963 at St Mary’s school at the age of 15 in four years later in May take part in meaningful place. Congratulations to Church, Howden-le-wear 1957 and worked in the 1969. projects with their interna- all those who have shown and have recently cel- office of Doggarts in Bishop Susan returned to work tional counterparts. that they have provided ebrated 50 years of happy Auckland, until her son in 1983 at The Bakers Anne Fine commented, “In just such an opportunity to marriage. David was born in Sep- ‘Harrison Meek’ in Fer- an increasingly complicat- their learners.” ryhill Station, after both Your local, friendly Opticians children had grown up. She Putting you back on the road later worked as a carer for R & B AUTO’S NORTH EAST LTD Durham County Council Diagnostic Services & General Car Repairs until she retired. B. OLIVER Raymond, one of 14 Unit N7A, Tursdale Business Park, Tursdale, Durham, DH6 5PG children, was born in 27 Road, Ferryhill, DL17 8JP We are a reliable, friendly & trusted Garage Coundon in 1942. Upon We offer the following & much more... Would like to welcome new and existing patients to our practice leaving school in 1957 We can now offer FREE Varifocals with NHS Voucher he started work for the • D.P.F Regeneration Service • Diagnostic Service using Snap-On equipment This includes either plastic or metal frames from our budget range National Coal Board at • Autumn/Winter Services • Injector Reprogramming Please ring or call in for more details Leasingthorne until 1963. • Clutches • Timing Belts He later worked in demo- • Brakes • Exhausts lition for Golightly in 1970 01740 651 248 and at a Tarmac site in Fer- Ring today for a price or booking on Tel: 0191 3778022 Established over 70 Years Web-Site: www.randbautosnortheastltd.com ryhill Station. Susan and Raymond met at a party in Byers Green. As DenhamFields well as their two children Rear Commercial Street, Ferryhill Station, DL17 ODF they have three grand- BLINDS FACTORY SHOP MOT CENTRE children Luke, Sophie and www.siestablinds.com All classes of MOT undertaken including scooters, Keegan. Measure & Fitting motorbikes, trikes, 3 wheelers, cars, vans (including Susan likes bingo and FREE class 5) mini bus, motor homes & limousines dancing, while Raymond buy direct from the £££’s We now supply and fit all makes of tyres loves gardening and still FREE factory and save for cars, motorbikes, vans etc has a small allotment. HOME SELECTION SERVICE Wheel tracking & alignment, Repairs, Services, Private & The couple celebrated Commercial Vehicles, Auto Electrician, Competitive Price, their special occasion with Phone the North East’s original master blind maker Quality Workmanship, State of the Art Diagnostics Machine a weekend trip to Black- Opening Hours: on 01740 623333 6.00am - 6.00pm Mon to Fri 7.00am - 1.00pm Saturday pool with the family, and Siesta Blinds Telephone 01740 657799 went to see the hit show Siesta House, Whinfield Drive, Newton Aycliffe DL5 6AU Mobile 07973710585 & Fax 01740 654991 ‘Blood Brothers’. Ask about our next day fitting on vertical blinds

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In Memoriam In Memoriam In Memoriam Birthdays Birthdays

Lilian Noble Craig Poulter Jamie Thomspon Matthew Tucker Dalton Northway 10.4.1935 - 3.11.2012 31.10.2009 Mam, Nana Missing and thinking 21 Today Those we love of you Bro Happy Birthday Big Bro You passed away Don’t go away A year today They walk beside us We’ve missed you Every day And think about you Unseen, unheard But always near Gary Every day xxx In our hearts Still loved, still missed Love from Ryan & Michael You’ll always stay And very dear xxx Birthday Memories Love Angela, Stephen, Nadine & Craig With love always, Dad & Catherine xxxx Dorothy Tron To a special Grandson Dalton Northway on your 10th Birthday 3rd November Lilian Noble No Birthday cards today 3rd November 2012 A heartache, a tear Memories so dear In our hearts your Lots of hugs and kisses, memory lingers Eache day of my life I wish you were here Nanna & Grandad Sweetly tender, xxxxx fond and true Jamie Robert There is not a day Thompson dear Mother Died 31.10.09 That we don’t think of you Love, Ray Its been 4 years since xxx For Sale you left us You are in our thoughts Mobility Scooter Miss you now and forever, Every day Elaine, Johnny Monaco Model S-777NA We miss you more Birthdays To my darling Son Excellent condition. £250 ono. Than words can say on your 10th Birthday Tel: 07961 027155 01740 650018 Lilian Noble Laura Gillham 3.11.12 Love and miss you Son, 30th October Services Mam, Dad Lots of love always, A year ago today Happy 18th Birthday Laura I held your hand and xxx Mam & Doug xxxx watched you slip away MOVING A THING? Sweet dreams up in Heaven From £14. Call Phil. Mam, until we’re back 18! Phone 01325 321084 together again some day Jamie Thomspon Lots of love, Heating & Plumbing or 07790 509925 Mam, Dad & Kieran FIRST CHOICE MAINTENANCE Always in my thoughts xxx Gas Safe Registered Missing you every day Bro Combi Boilers- Fires - Cookers All Gas Work Serviced & Repaired Discuss any of the stories or Love you always, Phone Paul on articles from The Chapter at Robert, Michelle & Chris The North East Forum 07967 679 998 xxxxxxxxxx John, Joanne www.neforum2.co.uk/smf xxx Matthew Tucker Lilian Noble 1st November, 21 today Do you have 3.11.12 Jamie Thomspon God saw you getting tired You are my Rainbows And a cure was not to be I love and miss you leaflets So He put his arms Uncle Jamie around you And whispered ’Come to me’ for your With tearful eyes Jhanna I held your hand xxx business? And watched you fade away But you’re in my heart forever And there you will stay Jamie Thomspon The Chapter is delivered I know you’re at rest now In my thoughts and Happy 21st Birthday to a And with your dear heart Bro wonderful Son to around 8,000 Husband again So love and memories I’ll always treasure 21! homes As that’s all that remain Gillian, Spike, boys Love you more than words Keep shining bright in xxx can say, from Mam & Dad Leaflets distributed from Heaven Nana until we xxx meet again just 2p each Love you, miss you Aleysha xxxxxxxxxx (01388) 775 896 Page 2 Friday 1st November 2013 Issue 648 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Much-loved former Mayor pter passes away yhill a Ferr h hilt o n C & C It is with deep sadness that Ferryhill Town Council and Post or hand this form into: The Chapter received the 3-4 First Floor Offices, Town Council Building, news that ex Councillor, Miss Eileen Martin, has Civic Hall Square, Shildon, DL4 1AH. passed away after a brave fight against illness. CLASSIFIED FORM: The Council and staff express their sincere con- OCCASION: (Please tick) dolences to her family at this very difficult time. Birthday Obituary Eileen served the town as a Anniversary For Sale Councillor from 2007 until her recent illness led to Birth To Let her unable to contest the elections in May this year. Congratulations Services Eileen was elected Mayor Appreciations Other (state): of Ferryhill Town Council in 2009/2010, attending Memoriam ...... many civic and community events to represent the Number of separate messages:...... people of Ferryhill. Message(s): Please write in clear BLOCK CAPITALS and continue on a She cared passionately about her community separate piece of paper if necessary and the people in it, and ...... devoted her time and energy to local politics, ...... making an outstanding Former Town Councillor and Mayor of Ferryhill, Eileen ...... contribution to the Civic Martin, passed away last week. life of the town...... Councillor Ken Campbell, Derek Snowball, the Town years and she will be sadly ...... the current Mayor of Fer- Clerk added, “Eileen was missed by all.” ryhill said, “Eileen was a very proud of Ferryhill and Miss Martin’s funeral ...... dedicated Councillor and worked passionately to service will take place on always had the town’s best ensure that the town did Thursday 31st October, Total number of words = ...... interests at heart, working not lose any of its history at 10.30am in St Luke’s Photograph included? (£6) Yes No tirelessly for the people of or unique identity. Her Church, Ferryhill, followed (if yes, please include a stamped addressed envelope if you would like your picture returning) Ferryhill.” legacy will live on for many by a private cremation. Amount (x35p): ...... CORNER No 1 LOCAL APPLIANCE Total: ...... ELECTRICAL Name: ...... 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The time of year is rapidly Court Life and School Time approaching when children TOYS - something to love By Gordon Harris, Ferryhill are eagerly anticipating Bear, soft toy, tennis ball, finger puppet, jigsaw, yo-yo, opening their Christ- building blocks, small musical instrument, (for boys – trucks mas presents, but not and cars, for girls – doll, clip-on earrings, make-up or hair accessories) etc. The Court is alive with the sound of children’s laughter all children everywhere will be so fortunate this EDUCATIONAL SUPPLIES – something to do Football bouncing in the cul-de-sac goal Christmas, and it is for this Felt pens, pens, pencils, pencil sharpener, rubber, colouring Driveways jammed with cars parked neat reason that the charity, book,notepad, picture/puzzle book, chalk, pencil case, stickers etc. Samaritans Purse, run Splendour of gardens displaying summertime treat their ‘Operation Christmas HYGIENE ITEMS – something to use Child’, which is more widely Toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, comb, hair clips, bar of known as the ‘Christmas wrapped soap, flannel etc. Sometimes we hear the occasional shout Shoebox Appeal’. OTHER ITEMS – something to eat or wear From the footballers after a foul breaks out Once again a local group, Sweets (sell-by date to be at least March of following year), in conjunction with the gloves, scarf. sunglasses, cap, hat, bangles, necklaces etc. Its 24-0 to the better team Methodist Church, have or- ganised an appeal for Fer- DO NOT INCLUDE: FOOD Chocolate, crisps, biscuits, tinned Living their cul-de-sac Northern League dream ryhill and the surrounding food or cakes (or any other food,) MEDICINE Medicines or vitamins of any kind, toy guns, soldiers area, and there is still time WAR RELATED ITEMS or knives, FRAGILE ITEMS Glass containers; mirrors, to donate a ready-made The Postman’s red livery telling his tale LIQUIDS of any kind including blow bubbles, shampoo, bubble box, or items that can go bath, toiletry sets or aerosols, CLOTHING (other than listed His daily delivery of the Royal Mail in a box. above,) DANGEROUS ITEMS Marbles or sharp objects – Shoeboxes will be filled at scissors or razors, NOVELS, ANYTHING OF A POLITICAL Mixed with the sounds of milk bottles jingling sweet the Methodist Church on OR RACIAL NATURE. the evenings of November As the milkman’s delivery of our daily treat 11th - 13th from 5.30pm - 8pm. received. For further information, Members of the public A Dedication Service will telephone Mrs Wilson on Hanging baskets from brackets suspended are invited to go along on be held on Sunday 17th 01388 720571 or Mrs Pick- Displaying surfinias and trailing lobelias blended those evenings to assist November at 6pm when ering on 0191 3780077. in filling the boxes. Any the boxes will be blessed See the chart above as a With perfume emitted from old English Roses filled shoeboxes, goods to and then sent on their way guideline for items which to needy and unfortunate can be included, as well Sights and smells pleasing eyes and noses go in the boxes or dona- tions towards transport children in Eastern coun- as items which should be costs would be gratefully tries. avoided. Lawn mowers humming out their song NEIL Striped lawns misting in the throng Guitar Tutor Garden Cutz Professional, Qualified ELECTRICAL Dogs barking chasing cat up tree & Experienced Tutor • PATIO CONSTRUCTION. Fuse Boxes All Abilities & All Styles • FENCING. Song birds chirping sounds for free (Upgrades & Repairs) Reduced Rates for • ROTARY CLEANING Safety Inspections Daytime Lessons & SEALING OF PATIOS, Electric Showers PAVING & DRIVEWAYS. Emergency Call Outs Kids with satchels on their back London College of Music Registered Tutor • WALLING/BRICK WORK. Fully-equipped Music Studio Ring Neil on: Making for school along tarmac path Free no obligation quotation Contact Chris on 01388 776 665 or advice please call 07796 357 667 Mums with pushchairs nattering a-going 01388 818747 01388 812886 or 07967 431821 [email protected] Local gossip or scandal overflowing

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A trail of sweet papers, lolly sticks and crisp packet Christine: Quiet overcoming the daily racket 07714 111 946 Peace until playtime kids creating Like matchstick men in an L.S. Lowery painting NEED A VAN? E.S.B Glazing W. BURDESS ELECTRICS JOHN’S VAN For the best price on LIGHT REMOVALS Domestic and At last silent gardens beauty supreme Anything moved replacement glass Commercial Gone is the noise of the football team from £10 units, windows & All aspects of work Peace and relaxing in the warming sun Licensed Waste composite doors Carrier Part P Registered With a coffee and brandy to round off the fun Contact Dave on Telephone 01388 818286 (01740) 657045 07914 032280 07753 179 573 Mobile: 0788 172 2393 Page 4 Friday 1st November 2013 Issue 648 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter How many can you name? Weapons’ possession

Lee Kehoe, of Wensley when Kehoe was found Terrace, Ferryhill Station, also to be in possession of was before magistrates in a lock knife. Newton Aycliffe recently The defendant claimed and pleaded guilty to two that he had been shooting charges of possession of a pigeons (two dead pigeons weapon in a public place. were found in a bag The court heard that on inside the vehicle) and 4th October, Kehoe was that he used the knife for a passenger in a vehicle work. Kehoe, who has no which was seen driving previous convictions, was near the Thames Centre in released on unconditional Newton Aycliffe when an bail and will return to air rifle was pointed out of court on 14th November the window. when the Probation The car was later stopped Service will present a Pre- in North Road, Tow Law, sentence Report. Remembrance Day Service Ferryhill resident Maureen Watson (nee Stevenson) recently found this photograph in her home. The picture shows Dean Bank Juniors at around 1962 and shows Maureen on the far right in the middle row. How many people do you recognise? The annual Remembrance minute’s silence observed. Day Service for Chilton Soup and a bun will be will be held on Sunday 10th available. Elite Tiling & November at St Aidan’s A road closure will be Work Surface Specialist Church, commencing at enforced along Durham All tiling, walls & floors 10am. Road from 10.30am – carried out Following the Church 11.30am. Tiling service there will be Poppies, metal pin badges Ceramic, Unglazed, Quarry, a parade down to the and bracelets are on sale at Terracotta, Porcelain, Mosaics & Cenotaph where the the Town Council and other Natural Stones wreaths will be layed and a locations around Chilton. Work Surfaces Granite, Silestone, Corian, timber Tel: 07840 052 384 Find us on Facebook at for a free quote facebook.com/ JOHN’S DECORATING ferryhillandchiltonchapter FERRYHILL CATHOLIC CLUB (Time Served) Tel: 01740 652697 PAINTING ANYTHING! THEN GIVE ME A RING! Sat, 2nd November For all your painting and KS Building Services decorating needs. Top Class Entertainer No job too small We specialise in all your Painting & Decorating Special rates for O.A.P’s requirements. “Jason King” For a free estimate Also all aspects of Joinery includ- Enjoy Sweet Fun phone John on Ferryhill ing kitchens, tiling and laminate Your local Games & £1.00 Cover Charge flooring. Fencing and Guttering. (01740) 657191 American Sweets Shop Admission For Members and Bona Fide Guests. or 0775 983 8076 Free Estimates No Job Too Small Coming to Market 2nd November 44 Years Experience Tel: 07795 607 133 01740 651778 Find us online at PACT MEETINGS 07931 801103 www.gamesandgums.co.uk Police & Communities Together Chilton Ward Goods Vehicle Operator’s Licence Tuesday 26th November, 19:00 - 20:00, Henderson House, Coleridge Road Maxwaste Ltd, of Ravensworth Road, Ferryhill, County Previous issues - Speeding vehicles on the road from Kirk Merrington to Chilton where the Durham, DL17 8QN, is applying for a licence to use speed limit changes from 60mph to 30mph towards West Chilton Roundabout. Compound 11, Old Colliery Yard, Chilton Industrial Estate, Ferryhill, County Durham, DL17 0SZ, as an Bishop Middleham and Cornforth Ward operating centre for 2 goods vehicles and 2 trailers. Thursday 31st October, 14:00 - 15:00, Cross Keys, 9 High Street Owners or occupiers of land (including buildings) near Previous issues - Dog foul around the Park area, Vehicles being used in an anti-social manner the operating centre(s) who believe that their use or around Verdun Terrace. enjoyment of that land would be affected, should make Broom Ward written representations to the Traffic Commissioner Wednesday 6th November, 18:00 - 19:00, Ferryhill Town Hall at Hillcrest House, 386 Harehills Lane, Leeds, LS9 Previous issues - Noise complaints in Rennie Street, Dean Bank 6NF stating their reasons, within 21 days of this notice. Representors must at the same time send a copy of their Ferryhill Town and Dean Bank representations to the applicant at the address given at Wednesday 6th November, 18:00 - 19:00, Ferryhill Town Hall the top of this notice. A Guide to Making Representa- tions is available from the Traffic Commissioner’s Office. Previous issues - Noise complaints on Rennie Street, Dean Bank.. Date: 1.11.13 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Issue 648 Friday 1st November 2013 Page 5 Nicola climbed the LADDER to WI celebrate success Halloween

On Wednesday 2nd ty Centre at 6.30pm, when October, members and the ladies will celebrate guests of Ferryhill Village the group’s 86th Birthday Women’s Institute held a party with their very own ‘Halloween Night.’ chef, John. The group were enter- A spokesperson comment- tained by Sarah Bond, an ed, “This will be a fantastic ‘excellent singer’. Sarah night as John never disap- performed a wide range points us. He is a fabulous of songs, which suited all chef and he will be doing ages. something good for Christ- The WI’s next meeting will mas. be held on Wednesday 6th “All will be made very November in the Communi- welcome.” Indoor charity car boot sale

The Ferryhill Community fee of just 50p and, Hub is holding an indoor of course, everyone is car boot/table-top sale on welcome. Nicola took courses at the LADDER Centre and now owns her own company. Saturday 2nd November in Those who would like to aid of the Great North Air book a table to sell goods A local woman who took carer for her Granddad for those first steps, Nicola is a Ambulance and Help for can do so at the price of £6 part in a ten week course the past eighteen years, very good example of what Heroes. per table. on basic plumbing at the has passed level two English can be achieved with help Doors open at 9am for To book a table phone Ann LADDER Centre in 2010 has and Maths, level 1 ICT, and and determination. sellers and 10am for the on 01740 655 321 or 07731 turned the basic course into all the relevant exams to “Nicola would like to thank public, with an entrance 389 536. a profession. become a fully qualified those who helped her Nicola Gaffney went on to Core Gas Safe fitter. achieve by letting her work Unit 8H New College Durham to A spokesperson for the in a voluntary position to Hackworth Industrial Park progress in her dream to LADDER Centre said, “From fulfil the practical parts of become a fully qualified small beginnings we are the journey. Shildon plumber. Twenty one exams proud to have helped Nicola “The LADDER Centre team Co. Durham later and Nicola is a quali- to start the journey which wish her every success.” DL14 1HF fied Core Gas Safe fitter who has enhanced her life and For more information about MANUFACTURER & SUPPLIER OF COLOUR owns her company. the lives of her family. courses at the LADDER COMPOSITE DOORS & DOOR PANELS Nicola, a mother of four and “For anyone wanting to take Centre, call 01740 651639. we also supply bevelled top light glass units Tel: 01388 664426 Fax 01388 664427 Community Screen Night www.compositedoor-king.co.uk

On Thursday 31st October, be 'Hotel Transylvania', anyone and we will be Enter CIC will be launch- which will be showing showing an array of block- pter hill a ing a brand new film club on Halloween night at buster movies for people Ferry h lt o n C called 'Community Screen 5.30pm. of different age ranges and & C h i At the heart of our wonderful community Night' at The Enter Centre They will also be showing interests. Spread the word in Ferryhill. 'Oz The Great and Powerful' and lets bring cinema back The group will be featuring on Friday 1st November at to life in our community.” How to contact us: the latest blockbuster films 7.30pm, The Lone Ranger Tickets are £3.50 and can By email or online: and welcome all families on Friday 8th November be purchased on the door, and friends. Any proceeds at 7.30pm and Monsters or you can call the Enter [email protected] or www.thechapter.org raised via Screen Night University on Saturday 9th CIC offices on 01740 655437 By post or in person: showings will go directly November at 2.30pm. to reserve your seat in The Chapter, First Floor, Town Council Offices, back to benefit the local A spokesperson for advance of the showing. community. the group commented, For more information visit Civic Hall Square, Shildon. DL4 1AH. The first feature film will “Screen Night is open to www.entercic.org. By telephone or voicemail: (01388) 775896 or 07909 992 731. Leave items for the paper at: LT GROUNDWORKS NE Ferryhill Ferryhill Library or Chilton Library. Patterned Imprinted Concrete Specialists Roofing Contractors LTD How to advertise: • Driveways • Patios For all aspects of roofing • Timber fencing • Groundworks - New roofs - roof repairs - We can design an eye catching advert tailored All colours and patterns available slating - felt roofs etc. to your specific needs. A breakdown of costs is Driveways from £40 per square meter Contact Trevor Elsdon on available online at www.thechapter.org. Phone or e-mail now for your free quotation 01740 656619 The Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter is delivered free of charge to Call - 0787 67 30 641 or mobile homes and businesses in Ferryhill, Chilton, Windlestone, Bishop e-mail - [email protected] 0788 788 6558 Middleham, Ferryhill Station and Rushyford. Ferryhill based Page 6 Friday 1st November 2013 Issue 648 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Teen threatened to ‘stab’ Bus trip to Leeds officers Chilton West Residents’ 8.30am and departs Leeds Association still have a few at 4pm. Kieran Smith aged 18, began shouting, swearing the housing charity have places left on their day trip Seats cost £9 per person housed at charitable ac- and threatened to cause allowed him to stay, as to Leeds on Saturday 16th and can be booked by commodation in Oak damage to the property Smith is described as a November. calling Margaret on 01388 Terrace, West Cornforth; stating he would smash ‘vulnerable’ young adult The bus leaves Chilton at 721204. threatened to smash up windows and doors. Police and there are other the property and verbally struggled to restrain the problems which still need abused the landlady. teen and he told officers to be addressed. Poppy Appeal On 12th September, Smith that he would ‘stab them’ Smith pleaded guilty at had drunkenly called his if they removed his hand- Darlington Magistrates fundraiser landlady via the intercom cuffs. A van equipped with Court on Thursday 24th at 2am to demand that she a cage had to be called October, for resisting give him a dressing to treat to take him to the police arrest, threatening behav- Residents are invited to a There will be live enter- a cut on his chin. station. iour and threatening to fundraising event in aid of tainment throughout the Events escalated when his He has since apologised damage property. the Royal British Legion evening provided by The landlady told Smith that and has shown genuine He received a nine-month Poppy Appeal on Thursday Stonecutters along with she could not help him at remorse for his actions. community sentence with 7th November, at Chilton & bingo and a raffle. that time of the morning. He has not had a drink supervision and was told to Windlestone Workingmen’s Entry is £1 per person, Smith, in frustration, since the incident and pay a £60 victim surcharge. Club (Lounge). payable on the door. Workers protest against care Appliance Repairs ANDREW HEAVISIDE Washing Machines, Tumble Dryers, EPS home closures Electric Cookers, All Electrical and Plastering Vacuum Cleaners, Dish Washers Work carried out in your free local call out home. Clean, Friendly, Protesters lobbied council- These establishments great distress. 170 care Reliable service, customer lors as they arrived for the collectively care for 49 workers also face losing Call Darren satisfaction no.1 priority. full meeting of Durham people, the oldest of whom their jobs if the five resi- Domestics Direct County Council on Wednes- is 100 years-old. dential homes are closed. Daytime: 07949 905 581 07733 555 330 day 30th October. Facing cuts of £222m by Unison trade union urges Evening: 01388 721 882 01740 656 356 The council is consulting 2017, the fear is the council everyone in Durham who on the future of the five will put financial considera- cares about the future of homes, which include: tions above all else and will these establishments, to Feryemount in Ferry- opt to close the homes. tell the council what they hill, Cheveley House in However, opposers worry think and to voice their Define Perfection Belmont, Grampian House that these establishments opinions on the closure of Semi- Permanent in , Mendip House are home to frail and vul- these homes and the po- in Chester-le-Street and nerable people and forcing tential loss of services to Make-up Forever Newton House in Stanhope. them to move could cause the area. EYEBROWS J. DUNN NEED AN ELECTRICIAN? 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Free Quote Office: 01740 654054 - Friendly Reliable Fast Advice FREE Consultation Tel: 07826527952 Mobile: 07944 444 100 Tel Stephen on: 07976554046 www.armstrong-electrics.co.uk Email: [email protected] Contact: Natalie Stewart for an appointment on 01388 720009 [email protected] www.valleywroughtiron.co.uk 07880 236 190 This week in History Goods Vehicle Operator’s Licence October 1926 November 1938 November 1960 31 1 2 Teasdale Bulk Haulage Ltd, of Unit 11, Old Colliery Magician Harry Houdini Seabiscuit defeats War Penguin Books is found Yard, Industrial Estate, Chilton, County Durham, DL17 dies of gangrene and Admiral in an upset victory not guilty of obscenity 0SZ, is applying for a licence to use Unit 11, Chilton peritonitis that devel- during a match race deemed in the trial R v Penguin Industrial Estate, Ferryhill, County Durham, DL17 0SZ, oped after his appendix “the match of the century” in Books Ltd., the Lady as an operating centre for 2 goods vehicles and 3 trailers. ruptured. horse racing. Chatterley’s Lover case. Owners or occupiers of land (including buildings) near the operating centre(s) who believe that their use or enjoyment of that land would be affected, should make November 1493 4 November 2008 November 1937 written representations to the Traffic Commissioner 3 5 at Hillcrest House, 386 Harehills Lane, Leeds, LS9 Barack Obama becomes the Adolf Hitler holds a Christopher Columbus 6NF stating their reasons, within 21 days of this notice. first African-American to secret meeting and first sights the island of Representors must at the same time send a copy of their be elected President of the states his plans for ac- Dominica in the Carib- representations to the applicant at the address given at United States. quiring “living space” bean Sea. the top of this notice. A Guide to Making Representa- for the German people. tions is available from the Traffic Commissioner’s Office. Date: 1.11.13 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Issue 648 Friday 1st November 2013 Page 7 pter Ferryhill ha lton C Sport & C h i

Local leagues, competitions and events... Local youngster bowled over Celtic hold on to at national cricket awards their winning streak

Ferryhill Celtic went in from 30 yards straight into search of their 20th win the top corner for 3-1. But in a row when they took just as the Celtic looked on Sherburn at the King like they would cruise to George last weekend. a comfortable win, they The Celtic could not had a man sent off for two have got off to a worse bookable offences. start when after only five Within minutes Sherburn minutes Sherburn took took advantage to make advantage of a slip at the the score 3-2. But once back to go 1-0 up. again the Celtic showed It took the Celtic 20 incredible spirit and, in minutes to find their feet the dying minutes, they and, in the 23rd minute, broke away and James Fox an Andrew Agar defence- finished from the edge of splitting pass found Lucas the box to make the final Linhart, who went round score 4-2 to the Celtic. the keeper to equalize. Man-of-the-match went to The Celtic were now on Peter Robson. top and as half time ap- The Celtic’s next game is proached Martin Reid their toughest yet, when finished from close range they take on Hartlepool to send the Celtic in at half champions Hartlepool time 2-1 to the good. Athletic Rovers at home in Connor Whitelock receives his Young Leader of the Year Award, with England Captain The second half started as the last 64 of the County Alastair Cook and England players Chris Tremlett and Jade Dernbach. the first had finished with Cup the Celtic on top and, in the “Come along and support since it launched in 2005. Teenage cricket coach their support for the 60th minute, Peter Robson us, kick-off at 10.30am,” The programme costs Connor Whitelock, charity. hit a stunning free-kick said a spokesperson. formerly of Ferryhill, was He picked up the Young £5million a year to run, the named “Young Leader of Leader of the Year award equivalent of £15 per child. the Year” for his contribu- for his work coaching After collecting his award, tion to grassroots cricket younger children at his Connor said, “Every Last minute win for at a national cricket local cricket team, Sedge- weekday or weekend I awards evening, held field Cricket Club. came to the club, I just Dynamoes at the Kia Oval on 10th The judging panel praised wanted to help the young- October. how Connor has shown re- sters to come through. The Brit Insurance Annual markable enthusiasm and It just means everything Ferryhill Dynamoes took on it 2-1 at half time. Awards recognises and maturity beyond his years to win this award, I’m so High Handen in their most After the break, High rewards the work vol- in his support of John happy.” recent match, and Handen Handen equalized with a unteers do to make the Swindle, the main coach. Commenting on the award, took an early lead. deflected header. ‘Chance to Shine’ chari- Connor also represents Chance to Shine Chief Ex- The Dynamoes then equal- Jonathon Mason scored table campaign a success. Durham Cricket Board ecutive, Wasim Khan MBE, ized with a fantastic a penalty, making it 3-2 Connor, who just recently at Under 15 level, and said, “It is the coaches, through-ball from Ricky to Ferryhill only for High moved to West Cornforth, Durham County Cricket schools, clubs and volun- Morland for Reece Marshall Handen to score again. rubbed shoulders with Club Junior Academy. teers, like Connor, who to run-on and slot home. In the dying minutes, up some of the greats of Chance to Shine has make Chance to Shine Next, Scott Maughan raced popped Callum Walton to the game, with England brought cricket and its work around the country onto a defence-splitting head in a rebound, giving captain Alastair Cook, educational benefits to and nights like this give ball from Reece Marshall to Ferryhill the spoils. Final Chris Tremlett, Jade 7,000 state schools and has us a chance to reward and round the keeper, making score 4-3 to Ferryhill. Dernbach and Heather educated over two million recognise them for their Knight attending to show children through cricket inspirational work.” P.J.R. TAXIS Carpet Cleaning Advertise in FULL PLASTERING Offer All aspects of Plastering SILVERCABS Lounge carpet & stair COLOUR in The Chapter! Re-skims & Rendering, carpet cleaned and Damp proofing Local Driver deodorised for only £35 Clean Service Anytime, Anywhere Excellent results, Contact Jeff Ridley for details Quality Workmanship quick drying. Very Reasonable Rates Hospitals, Doctors, No Job too Small Airports, Train Station, A1 Cleaning on 01388 775896 Phone for a Holidays, Shopping FREE quote Specialist or 0790 999 2731 01388 775275 Call or text Ian on 0781 357 1929 07549 634 441 07506 565 886 Page 8 Friday 1st November 2013 Issue 648 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter