SPENNYMOOR NEWS

Issue No 002 At the heart of our wonderful community Saturday 18th August 2018

REFILL YOUR BOTTLE IN JUBILEE PARK SPENNYMOOR TOWN Council have registered as a Refill point in Jubilee Park, Spennymoor in a bid to help reduce plastic waste. Refill is a national, prac- tical tap water campaign that aims to make refilling your bottle as easy, con- venient and cheap as pos- sible by introducing Refill Stations on every street. Water fountains can be expensive to install and maintain, so now friendly cafes, shops, hotels and businesses are welcoming you in to refill your water bottle – for free! Refill is currently happening around the UK. If you are a business and would like to sign up, or if you are a local Livin staff with just some of the donations made to local food banks. individual who’d like to help grow Refill in the North East, contact Louise by email at [email protected]. LIVIN STEP UP TO THE PLATE Your business will be FINANCIAL PRESSURES locally in the Northern nership, who run the Dur- meals and cannot afford added to the Refill app and on families has led to Echo on 26th July head- ham food bank, reported to provide for them every you will be sent a sticker to a plea for donations lined ‘families struggling in the article that there day. display in your window. from foodbanks across to give children a hot was a higher demand Livin works closely the region, which hous- meal a day during school than their current sup- with local communities POLICE CRACK ing and communities holidays’ prompted plies can cope with. This and has identified areas DOWN ON organisation Livin, has Livin to step up and take comes at a time when which are in most need responded to. action. many families would usu- UNTAXED An article published Durham Christian Part- ally rely on free school CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 VEHICLES SPENNYMOOR POLICE have recently joined ‘ROOFERS’ STEAL CASH FROM ELDERLY MAN forces with the DVLA POLICE ARE appealing for They offered to carry out 40 and 50-years-old. It is It is believed to have been due to concerns from witnesses after three men some minor repairs but dur- believed a third man, who in the Spennymoor area local residents in the area posing as roofers stole a ing the conversation man- may at some point have between 10am and 1pm on regarding untaxed vehi- large quantity of cash from aged to distract the elderly entered the house, was Wednesday, August 8th. cles. As a result, eight the home of an elderly man. owner. It was during this waiting in a car outside. Anyone with any CCTV or vehicles were clamped The two men knocked on time one of the men was Officers are keen to trace Dash Cam footage of the and three vehicles the door of a property in able to go upstairs and it the whereabouts of a silver vehicle is asked to contact received an £80 fine. Bryan Street, Spennymoor, was here he found a large Vauxhall Insignia, the estate the on duty detective ser- “Please make sure your claiming to be carrying out quantity of cash. model made between 2008 geant at South Durham CID vehicle is taxed,” urged a work at a neighbouring The men are described and 2011. It featured a roof on 101, quoting incident police spokesperson. house. as white and aged between rack and a set of ladders. number 264 of August 8th.

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Published by South West Durham News 3-4 First Floor Offices Shildon Town Council Civic Hall Square Shildon DL4 1AH Editorial: 01388 775896 Advertising: 07909 992731 Email: [email protected] Online: www.swd.news/spenny

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www.swd.news/crier Children worked with illustrator Liz Million to produce the new signs. Spennymoor slow to 20mph www.swd.news/bishop ADDITIONAL 20MPH area, close to Oxclose, St door play more appeal- Michael Wilkes, Spenn- speed zones have been Charles, North Park and ing. ymoor AAP co-ordinator, introduced in Spenny- King Street schools. Pupils from the schools said, “The signs designed SEND US YOUR STORIES moor to make the area a These add to the pre- worked with illustrator by the pupils look fantas- If you have a story you safer place for residents. viously completed Liz Millions to design the tic and really grab your would like us to cover, we The funding for the signs schemes at Middlestone signs. attention. would love to hear from you. has been provided by Moor, Tudhoe Colliery and Councillor’s Kevin “We therefore hope that We are especially Durham County Council Whitworth Park. Thompson, Geoff Darkes, these signs will remind interested in good elected members through The aim of the scheme Neil Grayson, Alan Gard- road users that abiding news, be it personal Spennymoor Area Action is to reduce traffic speeds ner and Liz Maddison by the 20mph speed lim- achievements, local Partnership (AAP). around the schools, have provided £3,000 its is of huge importance, fundraising, community service or any other The advisory 20mph which will improve road each from their Neigh- particularly in the areas positive stories. Call us on speed limits are on roads safety for vulnerable road bourhood Budgets to of our community where 01388 775896 or email close to school loca- users as well as making enable the scheme to go schools are located.” [email protected] tions in the Spennymoor walking, cycling and out- ahead.

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ALL IMAGES (C) KEITH TAYLOR: WWW.CAMERACRAFT.CO.UK Box Office Records at Spennymoor Party in the Park THIS WAS the fourth year the event has been held, and it has seen attendances increase year on year, with it becoming recognised as one of the regions must attend events. A special thank you goes out to Cllr Kevin Thompson who provided some Neighbourhood Funding to increase the quality of the acts this year, which included Elena Larkin, Ste Johnson, Lock n Load, Juggernauts, Rob B Williams and, the headliner, Bryan Adams UK. Cllr Thompson, Spokesperson, said that he was overwhelmed at the number of people who attended and it was fabulous to see families and people of all ages and abilities attending the event and having a fantastic time. Those who attended also generously donated £413.05 to the Mayor Clive Maddison’s local charity - Spennymoor Boxing Academy.

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TODDLER TIME! SPENNYMOOR LEISURE in the soft play, bouncy Centre hosts Toddler castle and plenty of toys, Time for tots ages 4 and while the grown-ups can under every Wednes- enjoy tea, coffee and a day and Friday, 10am - biscuit. 11.30am. The first child is £2.50, Children can have fun 2nd child £1. FAMILY FUN DAY & CEILIDH A FAMILY Fun Day is The centre will also host taking place at St Paul’s a traditional Scottish Cei- Centre in Spennymoor lidh on Saturday 15th Sep- on Monday 27th August, tember at 7.30pm,with 11am - 3pm . Blind Panic. There will be a bouncy Tickets are £8, which castle and kids crafts, as includes broth. Bring your well as tombolas, games own drinks. and more. Tickets are available The Whistling Teapot from The Whistling Tea- will also be open from 12 pot or by calling 01388 noon - 4pm. 813404.

BINGO MOVES TO Peter Henderson, Community Development Project Officer for Spennymoor Area Action Partnership, NEW PREMISES and Councillor Jan Blakey at the memorial bench in Sunderland Bridge, BRIGHTER SKIES’ bingo are welcome and a bus has now moved to new route passes the club. NEW BENCHES HONOUR premises, due to the pop- For more information ular group needing a big- call 07736 872660. COMMUNITY’S WAR HEROES ger venue. Brighter Skies is a local RESIDENTS IN Sunder- Spennymoor Area ish Council expressed Weekly bingo is now organisation which raises land Bridge, Croxdale and Action Partnerships their thanks for the held in Middlestone Moor funds for Alzheimer’s Hett have a dedicated (AAP) provided funding memorial benches, Working Men’s Club every Research UK. To date, the place to sit and reflect and used money donated which will benefit resi- Thursday from 7pm to group has donated over on their community’s war from Cllr Blakey’s neigh- dents and the commu- around 8.45pm. All adults £75,000. heroes after the instal- bourhood budget to nity for many years to lation of new memorial complete the work. come”. Garden Cutz benches. Michael Wilkes, AAP Cllr Blakey added, “It’s After residents indi- Coordinator for Spenny- fantastic that residents • PATIO CONSTRUCTION. cated that they would like moor Area Action Part- and visitors now have • FENCING. to show their respects to nership, said, “2018 is a somewhere to reflect on • ROTARY CLEANING Joinery / Decorating & SEALING OF PATIOS, Brickwork / Paving those who had sacrificed key year as it marks 100 those who made tremen- PAVING & DRIVEWAYS. Tiling / Guttering so much, Spennymoor years since World War I dous sacrifices in the • GROUND CARE & No Job Too Small Area Action Partnership ended. We are pleased to great wars.” MAINTENANCE Free Estimates worked with Councillor support the community Cllr Blakey provided Free no obligation quotation Competitive Rates Jan Blakey to arrange for by funding the commem- £1,500 for the benches, or advice, please call Tel: 01388 811740 memorial benches to be orative benches. which were manufac- 01388 812886 or 07967 431821 Mob: 07940 493106 installed in the villages. Croxdale and Hett Par- tured locally. CORNER Alan Hughes ELECTRICS F e r r y h i l l R o o fi n g Carpet Supply & Fitting Service For all your Electrical Needs Contractors No Job Too Small For all types of roofing, including flat roofing, Free Estimates - Free Measuring FREE QUOTATIONS guttering, facias & soffits Telephone: (01388) 816698 Discounts for OAPs Free Estimates - Over 35 years working locally A Spennymoor man with 43 years’ experience Tel: 01740 238944 Call Trev on Mob: 07725 205172 01388 420152 or 07887 886558 Neil Bage S CRABTREE Fletchers Interiors Digi Aerials 29 High Street, Spennymoor, DL16 6AA. Tel: 01388 815659 Bespoke Fitted Kitchens & Bedrooms Specialists in all Complete manufacturing, design Free Sat Domestic Appliance Repairs & installation service DAB Radio Sales of new & re-conditioned Made to measure home offices machines, all with free delivery Visit our Showroom at Units 5 & 6, Tudhoe Ind Est, Telephone & connections Spennymoor, Tel: 01388 819890 / 07966 478591 www.neilbagekitchens.co.uk 0797 997 1541 Established 1964

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REMEMBERING THE FALLEN TRY NEW AGE KURLING KIRK MERRINGTON elsewhere, but who have Barbara Hilton on 01388 WITH BLIND LIFE DURHAM Church is holding a spe- relatives currently living in 814093 or email barbara- cial Service of Remem- Kirk Merrington or Leas- [email protected]. BLIND LIFE Durham is with a sight problem or brance at 10.45 am on ingthorne. The Church will have to host New Age Kurling anyone seeking or wish- 11th November 2018, so • Relatives of people flowers, special displays sessions at Paul’s Centre ing to provide help for that the Act of Remem- who lost their lives who of knitted poppies, pho- (St Paul’s Gardens) on others can pop in for a brance will be held exactly will be willing to take part tographs and memora- 18th August, 1st and 15th chat. 100 years after The Armi- in the service, by plac- bilia, and will be open on September, and 13th of If you would like to know stice. ing a named cross at the Saturday 10th November, October. more, call 01388 763501 The church is asking for War Memorial when the 10am to 4pm, and Sun- These are also drop-in or visit www.blindlifein- help with the project: names are read out. day 11th November from sessions where anyone durham.org.uk. • Photographs of people • Knitters to knit poppies 1pm to 4 pm for people to who lost their lives (espe- for a display in the church. view, commemorate and cially 1914-18 War) whose (Patterns supplied!) reflect. names are on either • Other memorabilia As an ongoing commit- to the Editor... Kirk Merrington or Leas- relating to people who ment to honouring those Letters ingthorne War Memorial lost their lives during the who fell in the Great War Email: [email protected] stating ‘Letter’ in the subject line. to make a display within 1914-18 war. beyond 100 years, the Write to: Letters, Spennymoor News, 3-4 First Floor the church. People who would like church also plans to com- Offices, Shildon Town Council, Shildon DL4 1AH. • Photographs of peo- to take part, or can help pile a permanent Book of All letters (including emails) must include the writer’s name, address, postal code and contact number and may be edited. ple who lost their lives with any of the above, are Remembrance, which will The maximum length for letters is 200 words. who are commemorated urged to contact Revd be kept in the church. Campaigning for a better Spennymoor I have been involved for several years, trying to update the CARS IN THE PARK AT WHITWORTH Spennymoor High Street Shops. I called for Sedgefield BC to DAVE BONDS’ ‘Cars in the provide funds to refurbish the shop fronts and many were Park’ event took place on updated. Sunday 12th August, with In general, Spennymoor High Street is better than many other small towns in SW Durham. Many local people understand a display of classic cars that Festival Walk shopping area must be the No.1 Priority for at Whitworth Hall Country Spennymoor. But are dismayed at the time that this important Hotel. Re-generation is taking to implement. I do understand the effects that out of town shops have on all towns in Co This was the thirteenth Durham, we must also take into account that the modern year the event has taken trend towards online shopping is having a disastrous effect on place. small-town trade. Organiser David Bond I welcome the transfer of Aldi to the bottom end of Festival said, “We were blessed Walk, however, I hope that the transfer of some existing units, to the Post Office end situated on the top half, is with good weather. It did “I would like to thank all put on the teas and cakes only temporary, as I prefer the whole shopping mall to be rain on the morning but it those for coming to the in the church. re-generated as new. The existing flat roof, poorly designed didn’t stop the car owners event, also to Whitworth “Looking forward to shops were built in the 1960s and as soon as market conditions allow, should be demolished. and public from coming. Hall and the ladies who next year.” I have again called for the rear of the library area to be modernised and the Head Of Durham County Council’s Regeneration has promised that a member of her team will look into my complaint. I would also like to see the flat roof shops at the front of Aldi THE and down from the Town Hall and The North Eastern Hotel, which has stood empty for years, inspected and added to the WINNING POST Spennymoor Re-generation Programme. Merrington Lane Tel: 01388 811856 Ben Ord www.thewinningpostspennymoor.co.uk (Ex Durham County, Sedgefield BC and Spennymoor Town Councillor) 2 MEALS FOR £8 SUNDAY LUNCH Shepherds Pie Beef, Pork or Chicken Hot Beef Bun Three Fresh Vegetables TERRY STEPHENSON & SONS Beef in Ale Roast & Mashed Potato - UNDERTAKERS - Braised Steak & Onions Three Homemade Yorkshire Established 1845 Hot Pork Dip Puddings COMPLETE FUNERAL SERVICE ARRANGED & Homemade Lasagne Main Course £5.95 PERSONALLY DIRECTED BY TERRY. Sausage & Onions Two Courses £7.95 Golden Charter Funeral Plans Small Fish & Chips Three Courses £9.95 PRIVATE CHAPEL OF REST. Chicken Burger Pensioners & kids £3.95 Mince & Dumplings 1B DUNNING ROAD, FERRYHILL. 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HAVE YOU SEEN THE MONA LISA? AN OLD school friend of historian who, among the Society’s chairman other things, undertook will be the speaker at the research under the tute- September meeting of lage of the infamous Tudhoe and Spennymoor Anthony Blunt, has Local History Society. worked for many years Christopher Wright, who as a freelance consult- attended school with ant for many organisa- Tony Smith, will be flying tions including the Bowes in from his home in Crete Museum. to deliver his talk Have The meeting takes place you seen the Mona Lisa? at 7.30pm in St David’s on September 24th. Church Hall, Tudhoe. Vis- Mr Wright, an inter- itors and new members nationally-known art are always welcome. Spennymoor Businesses If you haven’t yet heard from us, but wish to advertise your business in Spennymoor News and any of our sister papers, contact us at: Spennymoor Badgers received certificates from Spennymoor Mayor, Clive Maddison. T: 01388 775 896 M: 07909 992 731 SPENNYMOOR BADGERS CELEBRATE E: [email protected] ACHIEVEMENTS ST JOHN Ambulance’s is still heading up the work towards their Super youngest volunteers in Badger Unit in Spenn- Badger award. Spennymoor, the Badg- ymoor and is proud of The Badger Setts usu- Independent publishers of the Shildon & District Town Crier, ers, held a presenta- every young person who ally meet once a week Bishop Press, Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter and Spennymoor News tion evening in June has learned first aid and for around 1 hour 30 when a number of the other skills with St John minutes. They take part Watson’s young trainee first aid- Ambulance. in a lively programme of LJL Plastering ers received certificates Lynda said, “The Spenn- different activities, work- MINI BUS HIRE Services from Mr Clive Maddison, ymoor Badgers have had ing towards their Super Mayor of Spennymoor. an incredible year so far. Badger Award. Airports, nights out All aspects of internal & all occasions The evening was also One of our young people, Badgers can choose and external plastering a 30th birthday celebra- Gabriel Rickleton, was from a range of 13 dif- We can offer 12/16 Seat covered. Damp proofing tion for the group as it is crowned District Badger ferent subjects to help minibus transport specialist. Call today for three decades since the of the Year, our team of complete their award, Mob: 07912 408881 your free quotation Badger Unit Manager, young life savers won the such as Caring Badger, Tel: 01388 Lynda Auger, first set up District first aid competi- Badger First Aider and 810974 07760 886 769 the unit when her daugh- tion and the team came ECO Badger. ter, Kirsty Readman, was third when they headed The young people desperate to become a St off to Rotherham for the meet at The Community John Ambulance Badger. Regional Competition, Lounge, Hartley Terrace Kirsty is now a com- despite having to make in Spennymoor on Mon- munity nurse and Lynda some last minute sub- day evenings from 6pm stitutions due to poorly and will be welcoming Badgers! They have all new young volunteers in Gary Bolton worked so hard this year September after the sum- Furniture and they all learned great mer break. Lounge, dining room & bedroom skills while having fun at For more information furniture direct from the the same time.” on St John Ambulance’s manufacturer St John Ambulance work, including how Gordon Fletcher & Sons Also, mattresses & divans Badgers are aged seven to become a Badger, Independent F amily F uneral Directors MASSIVE DISCOUNTS to ten and, besides first visit www.sja.org.uk/ Find us on Facebook Charles Street, Spennymoor, DL16 7LG aid, they learn a huge young-people or call Tel: 01388 420276 Web: www.GFS.uk.com Units 3 & 4 Tudhoe Ind Est, range of other impor- Lynda Aunger on 07824 Spennymoor, DL16 6TL tant life skills as they 496681. 24 hour personal service, Call Gary on 07521 286 083 We are here for you day or night Private Chapels of Rest VALLEY WROUGHT IRON Our own Mercedes Benz Funeral Fleets HIGH QUALITY GATES, WALL RAILING Ask us about our personalised & GARDEN FENCES pre-payment Funeral Plans Free Estimates & Advice Experienced Tradesmen We also have Chapels in Linden Road, Ferryhill (01740 650558) Freindly, Reliable, Fast Service & Cobblers Hall, Newton Aycliffe (01325 319519) Contact Stephen on 07976 554 046 Email: [email protected] Web: www.valleywroughtiron.co.uk

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ACADEMY OF MOVEMENT OPEN DAY AN ESTABLISHED people to meet, make dance club led by for- friends, have fun and mer-GB gymnast Han- develop a new air of nah Goggin, at Kirk confidence, all whilst Merrington school, learning new skills and has recently widened techniques. The club is its venture by adding focussed on enhancing a range of gymnastic development, thus reg- classes to its schedule. ularly provides oppor- The club, founded by tunities for members Hannah and her busi- to progress onto the ness partner David Cas- gymnastic squads and tling, was established performance teams. In in early 2018 with the addition to this, there view to provide a safe are also many chances and effective environ- for members to partic- ment, which is acces- ipate in competitions sible, affordable and and displays. child friendly. Perhaps the most The club, which caters exciting aspect of the for ages between 3 and club for aspiring per- 22, has many mem- formers is the opportu- bers and continues to nity for industry experi- invite and encourage ence. more to join. Members Hannah, who has can enjoy a variety of participated in many Aimed at young people aged between 3 and 22, the club offers a range of fun, exciting & inclusive gymnastic and dance commercials, music classes in Kirk Merrington. activities, ranging from videos and stage beginners’ classes to performances, has and mentoring for then email Hannah at 1st September, between the renowned, sell-out, all of the knowledge those wishing to break [email protected], 12 noon and 5pm. You 3-day intensive dance and industry insight into industry. No ques- call on 07804983564 can meet all of the staff masterclasses. required to forge a suc- tion is a silly question, or visit https://www. and current members The main goal of cessful career in indus- she says. iamastrid.co.uk. and also get to see the club is to serve try. She will always If you have a burning Alternatively, go along them in action during as a comfortable and be on hand to provide desire to perform and to their open day at Kirk several performances friendly place for young members with advice wish to find out more, Merrington school on throughout the day.

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CRAFT GROUP TAKES HOUSING PROVIDER SUPPORTS SUMMER BREAK DUE TO the holiday Terrace Centre, Hartley LOCAL FOOD BANKS summer holiday is a time Partnership said, “We period, the Leisure Time Terrace, Spennymoor. FROM PAGE1 Craft group will not be New members are where every child should would like to thank all at meeting on 22nd August, always welcome and fur- Newton Aycliffe, Fer- be happy but the reality is Livin for their whopping but will resume again on ther information can be ryhill, Spennymoor and more and more families donation of 1100.70Kg Wednesday 5th Septem- obtained by calling 07736 Shildon have become the are struggling to provide of food. This donation ber, 2pm - 4pm in Hartley 872660. focus of the efforts with even one hot meal per will support 147 people Livin staff collecting and day. with 3 days of food. This donating over 100 bags “We are delighted with donation is an excellent ENJOY TIMES IN of food containing much the response from our example of how we can AND TIMES OUT needed items including staff which has meant we all work in partnership to rice, tinned vegetables, can send food parcels to support our local com- THE NEXT meeting of social group said, “If you cooking sauces, tea, cof- all our local communities munities for those that T.I.T.O. (Times in, Times are aged 50 years and over fee and UHT milk. in need of help”. may find themselves in Out) is taking place on and live in Spennymoor or Through match funding Using the Durham financial difficulty or in a Tuesday 4th September, the surrounding areas, we from Livin and partner Christian Partnership the crisis situation” from 2pm to 4pm in The have afternoons of enter- Mears Group they have food will be distributed For information on Masonic Hall, Dundas tainment, refreshments tripled their food collec- over the next week to where and when you Street, Spennymoor. and a game of bingo. tion amounting to a total local food banks. can access these activi- A spokesperson for the “We also have day of £1,500 worth of food. Stuart Hudson, Distri- ties visit www.livin.co.uk trips away with quite a Colin Steel, chief exec- bution Centres Manager or email futures@livin. Andrew’s Roofing few within the next few utive at Livin said; “The at Durham Christian co.uk. Chimney Stacks - months. New members Ridge Tile Repairs - New Roofs - are welcome whilst places Flat Roofs - Slating & Tiling - are available. “Contact us on our email The Penny Gill Felting and Pointing - Repairs SPEN NYMOOR’S address timesintime- UPVC, Gutters, Fascias, Soffits MAJOR ROCK VENUE & Flat Roofing Specialist [email protected] or call 07736 872660. Buskers every Wednesday Quiz Every thursday Free Estimates “We look forward to Tel 01388 605489 meeting you.” Sunday 19th August 07986 217936 BORN VILLAINS Friday 24th August MISUNDERSTOOD Sunday 26th August SUSPECT DEVICE 17 CHEAPSIDE, SPENNY

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A hidden gem Norman Cornish: Coming Home at the Bob Abley Gallery provides a ‘breathtaking’ insight into the artist’s incredible work

n exhibition showcasing work by Norman a replica of his studio, on loan from Beamish form; and mining artist Karen Thompson. Many Cornish, the internationally recognised Museum. It’s bringing visitors from all over the who visit the gallery end up going home with a Aartist who captures the cultural history world, keen to acquire an artwork for themselves contemporary piece. “People come to look at the of the North East, is attracting visitors from or even just admire the stunning pieces. Norman Cornish, but end up spending £150 on around the world. “Most of them have never been seen or made a local artist’s piece of work,” says the gallery To get an idea of the response to Norman available before,” says a gallery spokesman. “We’ve spokesman. Cornish: Coming Home, an exhibition at the had people from San Francisco and all over the The gallery is run by volunteers and entrance is Bob Abley Gallery, in Spennymoor Town Hall, world coming to buy art from the gallery. We’ve free. Anyone wishing to volunteer is encouraged you need only look at TripAdvisor. Among the even had an anthropologist from Ohio University to get in touch. comments on the attraction ratings website are, and someone from Durham University who are *Norman Cornish: Coming Home, is open from “an unexpected treat”, “breathtaking” and “a looking to do a study on the art gallery and how it Monday-Friday, 12-4pm and 10am-2pm on hidden gem”. These come as no surprise about captures the social history of life in the North East.” Saturdays. work described by broadcaster Melvyn Bragg as In addition to work by Norman Cornish, the having “significance and permanence”. gallery showcases that of other local artists – an The exhibition’s title couldn’t be more fitting – average of between 20 and 25 at any one time. Bob Abley Art Gallery, High Street, the world-renowned artist, known for depicting The current crop includes painter and cartoonist Spennymoor, DL16 6DB miners’ working and social lives, was born in Alfie Joey, who is also radio presenter; self-taught T: 01388-815276 Spennymoor in 1919 – and its centrepiece is artist Charlie Parker, who specialises in the human W: spennymoor-tc.gov.uk

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11 For all the latest sport from South West Durham visit: www.swd.news • Updated daily Saturday 18th August 2018 Sport Local leagues, competitions and events... SPENNY TOWN TAKE ON ALTRINCHAM GLEN TAYLOR rescued James Jones. a point for Spennymoor Adam Boyes, making for the second time in his first start for Spenn- five days to conclude a ymoor, expertly lobbed remarkable game at The Tony Thompson to draw Brewery against Altrin- his side level before the cham. break, but Moors were Mark Anderson got the unable to prevent a third first of the eight goals for Alty, as Johnston’s on the day, clinically fin- cross was met by James ishing off a brilliant team Hancock. move, but the lead didn’t But, Jason Ainsley’s last long, as Altrincham side have shown that they right back Andrew White have bags of character was given too much time and equalised yet again before sliding an effort when substitute Shane past Matt Gould. Henry swept in James As the home side began Curtis’ downward header. to lose control of the con- In an enthralling encoun- test, Altrincham smelt ter, Hancock bundled Ian Larnach, Jade McArdle and George Courtney MBE. blood, and when Stephen a shot home to regain Brogan conceded a free the lead for the visitors, kick on the right of the before Taylor’s effort GOLF DAY RAISES THOUSANDS area, John Johnston’s earned a third successive FORMER DARLINGTON challenge of raising £5,000 Cup referee. Unfortunately delivery was met by draw for Spennymoor. footballer and retired busi- every year to donate to I was unable to make the nessman, Ian Larnach, local charities and health day myself as I was hos- Do you recently presented St services. pitalised. I am currently Cuthbert’s Hospice with a “It’s a way of raising undergoing chemotherapy have cheque for £2,600 follow- awareness for wonderful and just take each day as ing a Golf Day at Bishop local charities and saying it comes. The team rallied Auckland Golf Club. thank you for the care and round in my absence and menus Mr Larnach began fund- treatment I have received, made the day a real suc- raising for local cancer and to help others to cess.” for your charities and health ser- receive the same amazing Jade McArdle, Senior vices after being diagnosed care that I did. Places like St Community & Events Fund- business? with cancer seven years Cuthbert’s look after their raiser at St Cuthbert’s, ago. patients like rock stars.” said: “We’re so grateful to The Spennymoor Ian explained: “After being The Golf Day which Ian for this kind donation. diagnosed with bowel included dinner, raffles and The money raised from the News is delivered to cancer in 2011, not long auctions took place on 6th golf day is enough to fund after my sixtieth birthday, July. a whole twenty four hours around I was lying in my hospital Ian explains: “We had of care. It really will help to bed thinking about how twenty-three teams of three make every day count.” 10,000 outstanding the care I had golfers with each team St Cuthbert’s Hospice homes received was. It was then matched to an ex-profes- is now looking for teams that I just started to think sional footballer or cricket to sign up to their annual about how I could give player. I was assisted by golf day at Ramside Hall’s Leaflets distributed something back.” my old friend George Court- championship course on from just 3p each. Mr Larnach, from Spen- ney MBE – retired Premier Friday 7th September. Tick- nymoor, set himself the League, FIFA and World ets cost £300 for a team of Call 4 players with all proceeds (01388) 775 896 15 Tudhoe Industrial Estate raised supporting the out- Spennymoor, DL16 6TL standing care given by St to arrange distribution Tel: 01388 817691 Cuthbert’s Hospice. 3D FOUR WHEEL ALIGNMENT Kindly sponsored by Well- NC PLUMBING SERVICES SYSTEM NOW AVAILABLE spring Properties, regis- All plumbing requirements undertaken, tration will take place from from a drip to a full bathroom refit. 9am, with tea/coffee and Complete Bathroom specialist CAR TYRES - COMMERCIAL TYRES - REPAIRS bacon rolls. Full tiling and wall cladding service BALANCING - WHEEL ALIGNMENT For more information visit Full Power Flush Service www.stcuthbertshospice. Central heating problems repaired MOBILE FITTING - FLEET MANAGEMENT com or contact the Devel- No job too small opment Team on 0191 386 Out of hours call available Mon-Fri 8.30am-5pm, Sat 8.30am-2pm 1170 ext. 5. Call Neil on: M: 07882 233 219 Tel: 01740 474 045

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