Issue No 277 At the heart of our wonderful community Saturday 11th January 2020

PLANS FOR BRAND NEW LEISURE CENTRE TO BE DISCUSSED PLANS TO invest almost £63 million in leisure services across could see Wood- house Close Leisure Cen- tre replaced by a brand new state-of-the-art building. Durham County Council is proposing to transform leisure provision across the county with plans to create more modern, innovative services which better meet the needs of residents and visitors. It is hoped the plans will also encourage more people to participate in physical activity, thereby improving the overall health and wellbeing of Bishop Press director, Jeff Ridley (back left) helped open the 19th Advent window at Peekaboo with the children of St Wilfrid’s RCVA the population. Primary School and shop owner, Chloe Watson (back right). The children created a model of Asher, one of the 12 sons of Jacob. As well as replacing the outdated facility in , there are sim- TOWN TEAM REFLECT ON 2019 ilar plans to replace the Seaham and Chester-le- IT HAS been another busy businesses got involved included Ami Leigh Boor- Eden and Lockeys took Street buildings with new, year for the volunteers with the town team initia- man from Bishop Auck- over Bishop Auckland purpose-built centres. on the events sub-group tive, Shop Local, over the land, Ryan Lofthouse Market Place and the Feasibility studies would of the Bishop Auckland Bishop Auckland Food from Stanley Crook who North Bondgate Car Park be carried out before any Town Team. Festival weekend in April.” appeared on the 2019 on Sunday 28th July. decisions were made on Nigel Bryson, Chairman The Classic and Vintage series of The Voice Kids, This event took place the design and location of of the Town Team said: “It Car Show took place in the Lucy Playle playing the in partnership with the any new buildings. began in March with the Market Place on Sunday saxophone all the way North East Bus Preserva- The plans also include Easter Eggstravaganza 14th July, which included from Easington, Big Vern tion Trust and members work to refurbish and which included the annual music from the Tees Val- and Charlotte from Wit- of the public enjoyed free refresh other centres Easter Egg Hunt, where ley Jazz Men. ton Park and Kev Baldam rides around the town. and introduce an innova- there were twelve baskets Clive Auld, Chair of the from Coundon.” Town Team member, tive programme of new of eggs in the windows of Events Team, said: “The A new event for 2019 Lee Brownson said: “The classes and activities. twelve shops around the annual Bishop Buskers was Buses Thru The Ages, biggest event of the year town centre. Day, organised by the when classic and vintage took place at the end of “Then, over 25 local Town Team, took place buses including United, CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 independent shops and in July and performers OK Motor Services, The CONTINUED ON PAGE 3

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PAINTING & DECORATING STUDENTS www.swd.news/crier GIVE CARE HOME A MAKEOVER SPENNYMOOR NEWS RESIDENTS AT a County healthcare, education and completed the work. positive and is gaining Durham care home community venues. “We can’t thank you momentum. www.swd.news/spenny received an early Christ- Kate Lyons, General enough.” “The grant from the mas present with a make- Manager of West Lodge The care home makeo- Gaunless Gateway Big over from dedicated Care Home, was delighted ver is the latest success Local will be used along- painting and decorating with the new look. story for Trades4Care, side the financial and www.swd.news/chapter students studying their She said: “We’ve had a following earlier pilot pro- programme commitment trade at Bishop Auckland brilliant two weeks here jects at Butterwick Hos- made from Bishop Auck- SEND US YOUR STORIES College. at West Lodge thanks pice and Stainton Village land College and wider West Lodge Care Home to Trades4Care and the Hall, and was supported interest from other col- If you have a story you in Crook has a newly deco- local young people who by Gaunless Gateway Big leges and organisations would like us to cover, we rated lounge, dining room have transformed one of Local Partnership. to deliver further pro- would love to hear from you. and corridors thanks to our resident lounges, din- Services offered also grammes for local young We are especially the talented team of five, ing room and corridors. include home mainte- people over the coming interested in good who have been working “They have really done nance, gardening, and months.” news, be it personal achievements, local with Trades4Care. a fantastic job and the domestic cleaning includ- Michelle Andelin, Learn- fundraising, community The innovative Commu- standard of work has ing carpets, upholstery ing Area Manager for Con- service or any other nity Interest Company been first class. and hard floors, with struction and Motor Vehi- positive stories. 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TOWN TEAM REFLECT ON 2019 an advent display. “This year’s theme involved the construction of 24 life size models to help celebrate the unique heritage of Bishop Auck- land and the traditional nativity story. “On Christmas Eve morning, more than a hundred people gathered at the Stan Laurel statue at the start of a parade through the town. “On arrival at Auckland The Bishop Auckland Town Team. Castle, all the models FROM PAGE 1 “Electric bikes and cars were assembled on the were on display and ready altar steps at St Peter’s Carl Pepper was killed after his motorbike crashed in South Church. September, with Bishop to ride in Bishop Auckland Chapel and Paul Butler, Celebrating Together. Market Place, and people the Bishop of Durham, FATAL ACCIDENT CLAIMS “Thousands of peo- took up the chance to give revealed the last model ple turned out to enjoy greener transport a go. of the infant Jesus which YOUNG MOTORCYCLIST a variety of singers and “December ended the was placed in front of the TRIBUTES HAVE been They said: “Our beloved performers on the main year in style with over contemporary models of paid to a Bishop Auckland son Carl will be sadly stage and the children 30 local shops and busi- Jesus and Mary.” motorcyclist who died in a missed by his parents enjoyed the grassed play nesses joining in with December also saw a Boxing Day crash. Kevin and Trudy, steppar- area with giant toys and Shop Local Indie-cem- record number of over The family of Carl Pep- ents Alex Berry and Rich- games. ber by putting on a spe- 700 children come to see per say they are heartbro- ard Reid, his sisters Lisa “The popular Hallowe’en cial offer throughout the Santa over the three Sat- ken at their loss. Marie Prince and Melanie event, Monster Saturday, month of December.” urdays in No.42 Market The 26-year-old died Hubbard and his friends. took place at the end of David Pott said: “Advent Place and the Newgate after his red Suzuki 600cc “Carl was taken from October, with magic, illu- Windows once again saw Shopping Centre. motorcycle crashed on us far too soon and our sions and spooky danc- Bishop Auckland Town There was some fes- South Church Industrial hearts are broken. ing.” Centre turned into a giant tive entertainment from Estate, close to the junc- “Goodnight our son. We Alan Anderson added: advent calendar. vocalists Steven Berry tion with the A688. love you and we will miss “In November, the town A total of 24 shops and and Ruth Stapleton and Emergency services you, until we meet again”. showcased a drive businesses took part, the service users at Inno- were alerted at around Accident investigators towards alternative ways offering space in their vations. 2.15am and despite are appealing for any wit- to travel when the Electric windows for 24 schools, The team are now busy the efforts of police nesses to the crash to get Vehicle Roadshow came community groups and organising events for and ambulance service in touch as soon as pos- to town. organisations to create 2020. crews, Mr Pepper was sible. pronounced dead at the Anyone with information scene a short time later. is asked to call Durham His family have released Constabulary on 101, WE WANT YOU! a statement paying trib- quoting incident number Supportive ute to their “beloved son”. 42 of December 26. Is a not-for-profit Charity with 25 years experience in delivering high FERGUSON GUTTER quality care across many parts of Durham. We are currently expanding TILING CLEANING our Care Teams and looking to recruit more Community Care StaffNOW! Gutters & Downpipes Cleaned Locations include Newton Aycliffe, Coundon, Shildon, Bishop Auckland, BESPOKE TILING No Ladders Used and many other surrounding areas. Bathrooms | Kitchens Conservatories | Wet Room Soffits, fascias & MEET & GREET SESSION TO BE HELD 1 TILL 2PM WEDNESDAY 29th JAN 2020 Ceramics | Porcelain conservatories cleaned 7A Dean & Chapter Ind Est, Ferryhill, DL17 8LH Over 15 years’ experience Gutters repaired and/or renewed Particulars of jobs available: Tel Waine on 07519 376870 • Locally based in Ferryhill 07468 558 285 (local) • Various shift patterns available (not school times) • Car driver/owner essential • Competitive rates of pay • Mileage allowance meikles • Free uniforms solicitors • Guaranteed hours • Excellent training package FAMILY CHILDREN WILLS • Established for almost 25 years PROBATE LPAs LITIGATION • Regular rotas MENTAL HEALTH EMPLOYMENT To find out more about the roles available or request an CONVEYANCING application pack please call Tracy on 01740 658872 CRIMINAL Or email [email protected] or [email protected] YOUR LOCAL All posts are subject to a fully enhanced DBS check. LEGAL EXPERTS Registered charity no 1095388 01388 451 122

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PASSION PLAY RECRUITING NEW LEISURE CENTRE PLANS FOR BISHOP PASSION PLAY Bishop actors and cast, admin, all 15 of the county’s lei- Auckland, part of a technical team (sound, sure centres. national event rolling out music, live streaming), As well as the plans for on 10th April 2020 in 10 stage and sets construc- new buildings, Consett, locations across the UK, tion, costumes, make-up, Newton Aycliffe, Wols- is recruiting supporting stewards and ushers, pro- ingham and Teesdale cast for non-speaking ject management, safety would see the introduc- parts in all scenes. and security, marketing tion of new activities and No experience is and publicity, partners a refreshed look. required and people of all and sponsors. Abbey and Freeman’s faiths or no faith are wel- The Bishop Auckland Quay in Durham, Louisa come. Passion Play will be rep- Centre in Stanley, Peter- Roles include men, resenting the whole of lee, and Spennymoor women and children of the North of in would see refurbishment all ages wanted as Middle the national event, which Bishop Auckland looks set to benefit from a brand new state-of- work and the installation Eastern families. takes place on Good Fri- the-art leisure centre if plans are approved by Cabinet next week. of new equipment. Temple people - men day. Meadowfield and Shildon and women dressed as The ninety minute per- FROM PAGE 1 participation in physical will retain their facilities people attending syna- formances will take place activity by providing a and create greater links gogues and temples and simultaneously across Cllr Carl Marshall, Dur- more vibrant, cost-effec- with other services within some as priests are also the whole country at 12 ham County Council’s tive service that better the local community. needed, as are Roman sol- noon and 3.15pm, includ- Cabinet member for meets customers’ expec- Riverside, in partner- diers and temple guards. ing in the Market Place in economic regeneration, tations. ship with Durham County Recruitment drives are Bishop Auckland. said: “Our proposed pro- “We’re confident that Football Association, Dur- taking place at the Pod, Other locations include gramme of transforma- our planned programme ham County Cricket Club, No.42 Market Place on 1. the cities of Bath, Liver- tion represents a massive of investment will rein- Park View Academy and Saturday 11th January pool, and Glasgow. investment in leisure over vigorate leisure services the Football Foundation at 11am and Wednesday “Come and join us,” said the coming years and across the county and will develop the site and 15th January at 7pm. pprducer, Rev Eileen Har- reflects our desire to be secure their place at the increase coaching oppor- There will be an ‘Alto- rop. “We are still hoping at the forefront of chang- heart of our communities tunities. gether Passion Reveal’ for 50 more people to join ing trends in leisure pro- for many years to come,” The proposals are set held on Friday 17th Janu- the Passion Play team vision. he added. to be discussed by the ary from 7-8.30pm at the and for 5,000 people to “Reviewing our current The proposals would council’s Cabinet when it Pod and this event will be come to the Market Place offer has shown that there see the council investing meets at County Hall on for everyone in the Pas- on Good Friday, the 10th are significant opportu- £62.8 million in trans- Wednesday, 15th Janu- sion Play team, namely of April this year.” nities for us to increase forming services across ary. The Brow LounGe January Offers! Brow and Lash Boutique BUY ONE AllGET treatments ONE HALF PRICE (cheapest treatment half price At The Brow Lounge you will find a clean, light and airy brow and lash boutique. OUR FAMOUS DERMAPLANING ) FACIAL ONLY £30 Owned by Anna, a former midwife with a big interest in the beauty (usually £48) throughout all of January. sector, she decided to take the plunge and open her own business. Includes Enzyme Dermal Resurfacer

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Eleanor Anderson died following a two-vehicle collision on the Coundon Bypass at the junction to Gurney Valley. The deadline is approaching to apply for primary school places for this September. MUCH LOVED MUM TRAGICALLY REMINDER FOR PARENTS TO KILLED IN FATAL COUNDON CRASH TRIBUTES HAVE been don, County Durham on APPLY FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL paid to a woman who died Monday 30th December. PARENTS IN County Dur- County Council’s Cabinet vices. in a crash near Shildon “She was a much loved ham are being reminded member for children and Application forms can during the Christmas hol- mother, daughter and they are running out of young people’s services, also be requested by idays. sister and will be sadly time to apply for primary said: “For parents, the phoning 03000 265896 The family of Eleanor missed. school places for their decision of where to send or by writing to the school Anderson, from Cleckhea- “We wish to thank every- children. their child is, understand- places and admissions ton in West Yorkshire, who one for their support and The deadline for appli- ably, a big one. We would team at Durham County died following a two-vehi- ask to be left so that we cations for the next aca- urge parents to make sure Council, County Hall, Dur- cle collision on the A689 can grieve in peace”. demic year, which starts they apply by the dead- ham, DH1 5UJ. Coundon Bypass, have The driver of the Vaux- in September 2020, is line as a late application Offers of places will be described her as “a much- hall Astra, a local man Wednesday 15th January greatly reduces chances made to parents on 16th loved mother, daughter in his late 50s, suffered 2020. of getting into a preferred April 2020. and sister”. minor injuries and was In order for a child to be school.” For applications com- The 29-year-old was taken to University Hos- eligible to start school Applications can be pleted online, offers will driving a black Ford pital of North Durham for in September 2020, the made online at www. be received by email. For Fiesta which collided with treatment and later dis- child’s birthday must fall durham.gov.uk/school- applications sent by post, a red Vauxhall Astra van charged. between 1st September admissions or by post. If offers will be received by at the junction between A spokesman for Dur- 2015 and 31st August posting, the forms should letter. These should arrive the A689 and the road ham Constabulary said: 2016. be sent back using signed by no later than 18th April to Gurney Valley, shortly “Officers are appealing Cllr Olwyn Gunn, Durham for or special delivery ser- 2020. before 10.15am. for witnesses or anyone In a statement released who has dashcam foot- A. Francis J. DUNN the following day, her fam- age which might help our Valley Roofing & Building HEATING & PLUMBING ily said: “It is with deepest investigation to come for- Wrought Iron From a single slate to a new roof BOILER regret that we announce ward”. High Quality Gates Gutters cleaned and inspected INSTALLATIONS, the death of our daugh- Anyone with information Garden Fences - Wall Railings SERVICE & REPAIR - Free Estimates & Chimney repairs ter, Eleanor Anderson, should contact Sgt 2469 Repointing to brickwork Gas Safe Registered 29 years old, who was Bowden on 101, quoting Advice on any project - Experienced Tradesmen No job too small All plumbing & gas involved in a tragic road incident number 110 of - Friendly Reliable Fast Advice Tel: 01388 833853 work carried out traffic collision in Coun- December 30th. Tel Stephen on: 07976554046 Mob: 07811 848228 Email: [email protected] Tel: 07826 527952 www.valleywroughtiron.co.uk Established 1987 01388 720009 facebook.com/ bishoppress IF Electrical & Security IN TROUBLE WITH THE LAW? 20 Years’ Experience, serving the Bishop Auckland area Crime and Road Traffic Offences • Matrimonial Family • Children • General Litigation SHILDON GARDENS AND Now supplying ALLOTMENTS GUILD CCTV equipment to the public SEED POTATOES IN STOCK 19TH JANUARY 2020 - Intruder Alarms - CCTV - Fire - ALL £2 PER NET - Smoke Detection - Access - Personal Injury Claims • Conveyancing - Control - Security Lighting - PARAFFIN IN STOCK £5 4LITRES - Electrical Installation - Business Leases • Wills & Probate NAPIT Approved OPEN SUNDAYS 8AM TILL 11.30AM Tel: Shaun Hope ORDER ONLINE from Tel: 01388 606660 www.sgag-online.com 07857 813 393 [email protected] www.cwbooth.co.uk

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