4 THE TEESDALE MERCURY Wednesday, 4th November, 1998 W edi Cai Action still needed Years of neglect Rebecca wins shop window par over dog fouling cause landslide MERCURY COMMENT contest in Treasure Trail g r e I hope Howard Stainthorpe, Years of neglect by Durham head of Teesdale Council envi­ County Council in keeping ing costs it is remarkable that Whe ronmental health and a sub­ roadside gutters and drains on Bus vouchers around £25,000 has been saved about ject of the Mercury’s In the Bible messages on the Briscoe road in working on the travel scheme in the Evenw Spotlight, is more observant parking tickets order resulted in a large land­ are useful current 12 months. when f when inspecting kitchens than slide and a lot of avoidable Much of this has come from cars b< pavements. opens can of worms damage. Surface water collect­ but passes cutting out avoidable expense lagegr I walk regularly around I see that Teesdale Council ed on the road from Com Park but some has resulted from a It w Startforth and Barnard Castle is to approve the printing of to east of Glendale and was would be drop in demand. were i and can see no cause for com­ Bible messages on the back of deposited over the bank side No doubt some people used grass i placency where dog mess is car park tickets. I fear they above the sewage works. much better to claim tokens with no inten­ club de concerned. Has the new bye­ to driv< may have opened a large can I am quite sure the county Many people, especially tion of using them personally. law responsible for the imag­ ed that of worms. Perhaps they should council will be quick to blame pensioners, will be anxious They could pass them on to ined clean up ever been used? have read a few opinions of “extreme weather,” and say it friends or relatives, and in a more u to hear if Teesdale Council’s I don’t recall any reports in the eminent men before making was not its fault. Money for few cases they sold them. has its Mercury. such a decision. repairs will be difficult to find. concessionary travel system Some were put away in cup­ a surve I would like to think my In the following statement Routine spade work twice a will be altered in future boards and left for years, and tor wh walks would help me to grow by former US president George year would be money well years, and if so exactly how. th is m eant ratepayers were remark straight and true. However, Washington, substitute Tees­ spent and remind us of when The news that ways to losing out as the council had are do the constant need to scan the dale Council for the Govern­ length men on foot would care improve it will be considered, already paid for them. Evenw< pavement for somewhere clean ment of the United States. for roadsides and drains with and that a county-wide bus The voucher scheme has cut Coun to step is giving me a stoop. ‘The government of the inspiration and pride. pass scheme may be brought out this kind of waste so it asked t STEWART HATTON United States is in no sense I suggest the council puts in, has caused a lot of interest. m ust be a good thing for the parish Gill Lane, Startforth founded on the Christian reli­ the money it is proposing to A pass would certainly be district in general - as long as that a gion. It is not a Christian spend on cycle tracks over popular, and it would be a good all those entitled to the modest being p Great support for nation any more than it is a some of our most beautiful and thing if it led to elderly people concession are able to get the the ju; Road ir our gymkhana Jewish or Mohammedan sensitive moorland to better being able to travel more on benefit of it. nation. Religions are matters use, such as restoring and buses which at the moment are It amounts to only some £30 They Members of Copley gymkh­ that belong in the church and looking after our country lanes mostly underused. a head for pensioners, enough there v ana committee would like to not the state.’ and roadsides in the way they If the vouchers stay in use for just a handful of journeys, busy j thank everyone who helped at Rebecca Vafeas, 9, was the lemere in the town, was When I buy a car park ticket were cared for years ago. however it will be worth seek­ but as 3,300 have received happy our event. We start with winner of a competition organ­ pleased to win and said she I am in effect a captive audi­ Thousands should not be ing a way of persuading all vouchers this year the total blocked Richard and Edith of the Malt ised as part of Teesdale’s had earmarked the money for ence, and I object to this just spent on something that will pensioners to make full use of cost is considerable. Shovel Inn for loaning us the Treasure Trail week. a pair of ballet trousers. as much as I would object to disrupt and destroy our most their entitlement. Hopefully if all the money is V i l l i field, and their staff who She correctly identified clues Jehovah’s Witnesses forcing sensitive natural habitats to It has been suggested that put towards a bus pass scheme worked hard all day. in shop window displays to to b their way into my living room. satisfy what they call a de­ some are refusing to apply in future it will enable more win £20. She is pictured rec­ Tea and dancing Thanks also to those who Would I be allowed to pub­ mand for recreational cycling. because vouchers are not as elderly people to travel more a t t r eiving her prize from Mrs Members of Evenwood and helped with the events: And­ lish anti religious messages on Mountain biking will not bene­ handy as tokens, but those who regularly. Even if they can use Karen Heslop, store manager Ramshaw Community Assoc­ Bloc! rew Dowson, Michael Dowson, the back of parking tickets? fit people who live in the dale. have accepted the switch find them at only certain times of at Boots in Barnard Castle iation are looking into the pos­ placed Paul Docherty, Mark Taube, Messages such as The truths of D.A.J. RABBITTS them just as easy to use, and the day it will be a big help to and vice chairman of Teesdale sibility of starting afternoon trances Kathryn Foster and Alan religion are never so well Glendale, Cotherstone the value is the same. many, and the buses are still Stobart. We are grateful to Business Development Group. tea dances following the suc­ the vill understood as by those who cessful visit of a musical In these days of steadily ris­ unlikely to be full. The Chris Richardson, Geoff Stew­ have lost their power of reason­ Aid charities by The group got the money art and Len Teasdale for cut­ together to fund the trail. group. Those attending said quarrie ing - Voltaire; Superstition is donate ting the grass and preparing Rebecca, who lives at Bart­ they would support tea dances. the religion of feeble minds — making a will PEEPS INTO THE PAST Mr J the field. Edmund Burke; Religion has This month our firm is tak­ membe Thanks go too to all who made an honest woman of the ing part in Will Aid to help 5 years ago leaders Bart Wakefield and that S donated raffle prizes. We are Alice and Mark honoured for supernatural - Christopher ActionAid, British Red Cross, Mr Val Jackson of Sloshes Graham Chapman. plied si also grateful to all who turned Fry; Religion is the last refuge CAFOD, Christian Aid, Save Lane, High Etherley, a senior 20 years ago ed to si up on the day. Your support of human savagery — A lfred the Children, SCIAF and work in fitness suite site manager with Laing A pig on its way to market now wa means we can organise future North Whitehead (as we see in Trocaire. During November we Northern, received an award from Messrs S.A. Watson and house ( events. Northern Ireland, Bosnia, are waiving our fees for mak­ for a project at Monument Sons of Station Farm, Wins­ Anot SARAH TEASDALE and Kashmir, Palestine, Israel, ing a simple will. Mall from Prince Charles at a ton, jumped out of a lorry and attract] MAUREEN DOCHERTY Kosovo et al). Instead we will suggest that ceremony in London. disappeared. Police recorded the nev Copley Road, Butterknowle WILLIS COLLINSON clients make a voluntary dona­ Mrs Hilda Robson was pre­ the pig as lost property. Coun North Field, Barnard Castle tion to Will Aid 1998 of £40 for sented with an Ainsley mantel John Bell of Manor Farm, the cou Fair raised £1,135 a single and £60 for a joint clock by staff and pupils at Barnard Castle, was elected nair, h Members of the Teesdale Will aliens please will. The money will be split Ingleton School when she chairman of Barnard Castle rehensi Community Trust would like between the charities to sup­ retired as lollipop lady after 27 NFU, w ith Leonard Cooper of to let 1 to thank everyone who sup­ take Alan Byde? port their work. years. She was succeeded by Ladymyers, Gilmonby, as vice plot at ported the autumn fair in aid Alan Byde, I must confide, If you haven’t got round to Mrs Joy Robson of Staindrop. chairman. lage or of Claire House when £1,135 Your letters make me laugh. making a will yet call us on 10 years ago 25 years ago were in was raised including dona­ You definitely are, and that’s by Teesdale 638326 to make an Bride Cathy White of Start­ Don Parker won three cups, far, tions. appointment. It is a simple forth had six Olympic swim­ 12 firsts, two seconds and a An aircraft psychopath. Wou We also thank those who Moaning, groaning, all week long, thing to do and gives peace of mers including gold medallist third prize in Middleton Gar­ donated gifts, the groups who mind as well as benefiting oth­ Adrian Moorhouse attend her den Association’s 32nd show. John Your letters put into print, of Win organised stalls and everyone Is anyone really bothered Alan, ers, some of whom have liter­ wedding at Barnard Castle Stan Bowron retained the cup had hii who came along to support us Can’t you take the hint? ally nothing to leave to their School chapel. She married for the vegetable section. despite bad weather. families. footballer Derek Hyslop, who Dr W.M. Melrose of Wood- week e Everyone has a job to do, Wednei BETTY FINCH Even the RAF. HELEN DEXTER used to play in the Scottish side, Barnard Castle, received his sol Secretary Low flying’s part of the exercise, Tilly, Bailey and Irvine premier league. a prize of six bottles of scotch Teesdale Community Trust Why don”t you save your breath? 8 Newgate, Barnard Castle A tempting spread, comic when he won an angling con­ with as If war broke out, I bet you’d shout, hats, games and prizes were test sponsored by whisky firm al bodi £70 for rescuers “Those chaps are too darn loud,” arranged by parents to cele­ Ballantines. His catch was an woundi Instead you should show them conditit brate the saving of Woodland 81bs 8oz trout. I would like to say thank respect, Remember Them you to all who went to Mar- School from closure. The party They’re doing our country proud. Mortally wounded the young wood Social Centre on Wed­ money came from a fund used So Alan give your head a shake, soldier lay, on a makeshift bed, Festive flow ers nesday to support the domino Mrs Alice Mills and Mr ive and encouraged her all the to pay campaign expenses. And for G od’s sake get a life. In a land far away, bloody and drive which raised £70 for Mark Eccles are the members way. “When I came here I was 15 years ago Members of Teesdale Flower Let’s see something worth read­ sore, a victim of war Don Parker and Ken Ebdon Club enjoyed getting into the Teesdale and Weardale Search ing, of the month at Jades fitness below average fitness, but now were awarded two cups apiece Christmas spirit when they and Rescue Team. And put us out of our strife. Saw through dimmed eyes a suite at Teesdale Sports I am above average,” she said. created sparkling designs in a Winners were Lucy Everitt It’s plain to see the MoD pale halo of light, pain gripped Centre. Mark Eccles, 35, of Gain- for chrysanthemums and John 118, Ernest Peart 117, Lee Might give you a surprise. him tight. Alice, 61, of Newgate, Bar­ ford, trains three or four times Grey took the trophy for veg­ practical evening. Siimpton and Peter Stubbs And get you abducted by aliens, He wanted to cry, felt life slip­ nard Castle, suffers from asth­ a week and has been a mem­ etables at Middleton Garden The next meeting is a dem­ 116, F. Thompson and J. Fell And whisk you off into the skies. ping by, knew he would die. ma and diabetes. She has been ber for six months. His fitness Association’s annual show. onstration by Stephanie Patt- 115, Joy Robson, Maxine How peaceful life would be on Gone were his dreams of hon a member for three months. level has gone from above Army cadets Mark Dobie, inson whose theme Christmas M artin and Les Wilkinson 113. earth, our and fame, playing cricket “As well as losing weight and average to excellent due to his I Jam es Ross, Peter Dobson, Made Easy sounds inspiring. Amy Fisher won the children’s If only this could be. for England had been his aim. improving my fitness levels it dedication. Christopher Galley, Douglas It is an open meeting on Wed­ No more moaning letters, prize. Simon Dickinson won At nineteen years old he sighed has renewed my self belief and “The atmosphere at Jades is Hinds, Michael Holstein, John nesday 25th November at W e ’d say, given me greater determina­ superb,” he said. “I always McGonegal, John Lavin and 7.30pm a t Cotherstone Village the booby prize. Alan Byde is history. . . . then died. JOAN TURNBULL Louise Raine tion to conquer my health thought I would feel intimidat- Timothy Johnson were pre- Hall. Tickets cost £3 for visi­ MARK HODGSON ed at a gym but the staff are jsented with their berets by tors and are available from Bartlemere, Barnard Castle Crook Lane, Barnard Castle Station Cottages, Cockfield problems,” she said. She attends five times a week. excellent, friendly and helpful. Rita on Teesdale 650032 or She is pictured with her I have enjoyed every minute.” Fines on credit C hris on 650441. Mince pies trainer Charles Palmer. She He was not available when the People who fall foul of the and warm drinks will be paid tribute to him and her Mercury photographer called, law can now pay court fines by served. In addition to the us­ other instructors whom she credit card. A new easy pay­ ual sales table there will also said were extremely support- be a tombola. Prem ises needed ment facility for offenders has now come into effect. Court For many years Barnard Doms winners Bike show trips officials hope it will encourage Castle branch of Save the prompt payment. Magistrates A domino drive held at Ian Douglas is organising a Children has occupied a courts committee chairman Mr Marwood Social Centre was trip to the International Mot­ vacant shop in the town in the A. Rudd said it was committed won by F. Kidd w ith 118. Then orcycle Show at the NEC, Bir­ run up to Christmas, but this to modernising and improving came B. Robson 116, S. Russell mingham, on Saturday 14th year the committee has been the quality of service to the 114, M. Anderson and A. Bur- November. Price, including unable to find one. public. “This is one of a num­ dess 113, E. Coll, R. Robinson admission to the show, is £20 If no premises turn up mem­ ber of initiatives to provide and E. Peart 112, R. Martin adults, £15 children and senior bers will take a stall at the better facilities,” he stated. 111. J. Fisher won the booby. citizens. Witham Hall table top sale Also on that day is a trip to this Saturday and on 5th the Midland Classic Bike December. If anyone can help Show and Autojumble at they can contact Greta Powney Stoneleigh Park, Kenilworth. on Teesdale 637849. The chari­ The price, including show ty’s shop in Middleton w admission, is £13.50 adults, open as usual. £11.50 children and senior citi­ for leisure. zens. Travel vouchers are As well as the full range of all things equestrian accepted for all trips. Money is Coming up trumps refunded if there are insuffi­ Mr and Mrs R. W atts won the we now stock Ski W ear and Accessories. cient bookings. Anniversary Cup at Barnard S K I W E A R H IRE available. Anyone wishing to book can Castle Friday Bridge Club’s pre­ sentation evening. Other prize contact Ian on Teesdale 650- Plus a large selection of Speedo Swimwear winners were Mr and Mrs O. 638 after 6pm or Burrells Coa­ Brown, J. Faichney and Mrs M. for all ages. ches on 621302 daytime, Halliday, Mr and Mrs C. Byers, 621494 evenings. Profits are P. Morgan and Mrs B. Seery, F. 9 Galgate Tel. 01833 631934 for the Teesdale Committee Buttler and Mrs K. Foster- Barnard Castle Cancer Research Campaign. Smith.