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October 2014 www.frodshamlife.co.uk 1 2 www.frodshamlife.co.uk October 2014 Editor Gary Skentelbery Production Paul Walker Editor’s Comment Advertising NOT for the first time, nor indeed the second or third, there is because they did not prove viable. James Balme much talk in Frodsham of the possibility of the town getting a We do not want that happening in Nick White swimming pool. Frodsham. FreephoneTony Record So yes, we applaud the efforts Freephone The recent public consultation During the council meeting, 0800 955 5247 carried out by the Town Council several councillors rightly warned being made to provide a swimming 0800 955 5247 pool in the town and we believe the Editorial predictably threw up numerous that the public would take a dim Editorial requests for a pool. There is view of yet another failed attempt to Town Council is right to get the facts 01925 623631 before pressing ahead. 01925 623631 ongoing debate on the issue in the provide a swimming pool. Email social media. But we caution against raising Email Some 25 years ago it nearly false hopes. We do not want the info@[email protected] And there was a lengthy debate happened. The old Vale Royal at the monthly council meeting initiative to fizzle out like the last worldwide.co.ukWebsites Council, we are told, was ready one. resulting in an invitation to Sport to fund construction but the project Websiteswww.culchethlife.com www.frodshamlife.co.uk Cheshire to attend a future meeting collapsed when it proved impossible www.lymmlife.co.ukwww.culchethlife.com to outline the necessary procedures to fund ongoing running costs. www.warrington.tvwww.frodshamlife.co.uk - and obstacles. That is the problem with Deadline for www.warrington-www.lymmlife.co.uk All of which is fine – providing it swimming pools. They are www.warrington.tv leads to something. phenomenally costly to maintain www.warrington-worldwide.co.uk the November worldwide.co.ukAddress yet their users, in the main, expect them to be inexpensive to use. Over issue is AddressNew Media Centre Old Road Warrington the years, we have reported on WA4New Media1AT Centre numerous pools which have fallen October 21 Old Road Warrington into disuse and then dereliction WA4 1AT New trees to be planted warrington-worldwideFrodsham Life is is published monthly by A PLANTING plan has been Orbit News Ltd. approved for 25 new trees in the The contents of this magazine community orchard in Frodsham’s are fully protected by copyright Hob Hey Wood. and nothing may be reprinted In addition, five trees will be or reproduced without prior planted to replace dead trees, the permission of the publishers. Town Council has decided. The publishers are not liable for But the orchard will still occupy any statement made or opinion less than half of the meadow area expressed by third parties in this in which it was originally planted, publication. in line with the previously agreed Printed by TwentyFourSeven policy of the council. The trees are to be provided by Frodsham Transition Initiative. October 2014 www.frodshamlife.co.uk 3 David fights off cancer – by climbing a mountain A 51-year-old Frodsham man is climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to raise money for a little-known pre-cancerous condition – Barretts Oesophagus. David Luckett lives in the town monetary figures are irrelevant.” with his wife, Margaret, and three David has been doing 10-mile dogs and runs a training and walks and has climbed Snowdon consultancy business at Runcorn. a few times in preparation for the He was diagnosed with Barrett’s Kilimanjaro climb. more than five years ago and, after He has never done anything like carrying out a considerable amount it before so will find the climb a of research, became annoyed challenge. to find that very few people had “Why Kilimanjaro? I needed heard of it. something big to make a statement He said: “Oesophageal cancer and give me a vehicle to promote is relatively unheard of, yet one awareness of this condition. person dies of it every hour in the “Why climb a mountain?.... UK. because it’s there!” “The symptoms of Barretts – a pre-cancerous condition – can David is being sponsored by be recognised as an early stage his own company and himself before cancer. so all monies raised by his climb “They are not lumps or bumps will go to the charity, the Barrett’s or blood etc. - but acid indigestion, Oesophagus Campaign. aching back, sensation of food Readers can support David’s sticking when swallowing. charity challenge by visiting www. Something that is well known as a justgiving.com/3T . discomfort by most people, but not Donations can also be made by thought of as life threatening. sending a text to 70070 quoting “The amount of money raised COLD72 and your donation by my climb has already become amount (e.g. COLD72 £5) my second concern. Raising the For further information about profile of this condition is number Barrett’s Oesophagus Campaign one. If I can save one life, then any visit www.barrettscampaign.org.uk Patchwork exibition FRODSHAM Patchwork Group’s annual exhibition takes place at the Community Centre in Fluin Lane on Thursday, October 30 from 11am to 4pm. There will be an exhibition of patchwork and quilting, a quilt raffle, tombola and refreshments. There will also be a number of trade stands. 4 www.frodshamlife.co.uk October 2014 Learn gymnastics the Beth Tweddle way CHILDREN from Frodsham and district are being given the opportunity to learn the basics of gymnastics at the new Beth Tweddle Gym Stars classes at Frodsham Leisure Centre The basic, fundamental movements are taught in a structured, fun and safe environment. The youngsters work through their * Thursday 9.30am – 10.30am (age star awards, gaining certificates, 2 – 4 parent and child classes) badges and stickers along the way. * Thursday 10.30am – 11.30am When they become an annual (age 2 – 4 parent and child member of Gym Stars they receive a classes) t-shirt, progress booklet, drinks bottle * Thursday 11.30am – 12.30pm and kit bag to use in their gymnastics (age 2 – 4 parent and child classes. classes) Classes are run with two qualified * Thursday 1pm – 2pm (age 2 – 4 and DBS checked coaches with 16 in parent and child classes) a class and parental involvement is More details are available by required initially. Classes are running calling 0161 979 0611, emailing in partnership with Brio Leisure at [email protected] or visiting Frodsham Leisure Centre, Princeway, www.totalgymnastics.co.uk to book a Frodsham, WA6 6RX: space. October 2014 www.frodshamlife.co.uk 5 Council webcasts ‘boring’ says resident FRODSHAM’S ground-breaking webcasts of the monthly Town Council meetings are “boring” according to local resident Terry Dillon. He should know – he has watched every one of the videos since the council started its webcasts earlier this year. He has also attended most of the meetings. “You might think it a bit sad,” he said. “But sometimes you can’t take it all in at the meeting and you can always skip through the video to the part you want. “But it’s boring. Half the time, you can’t hear the councillors speaking. They have buttons to press to switch on their microphones but often they forget. “There’s also a lot of static noise which makes it difficult to hear what people are saying. They’ve not got it right.” Mr Dillon started attending council meetings when the controversy over the sale of the Park Lane Play Area first arose. But he is wondering whether to continue watching the webcasts. “They tend to be boring – particularly when you can’t hear them. I’m told the static noise might be caused by councillors using their laptop computers. But whatever it is, they need to get it put right.” Frodsham is believed to be the only town or parish council in Cheshire West – and possibly the country – to broadcast its meetings on the web. Roundtable bonfire night FRODSHAM and District Roundtable are holding their annual bonfire and fireworks display on Saturday, November 8 at Frodsham Community Centre of Fluin Lane. Gates open at 6pm with the fire being lit at 7pm and the Firework display from 7.30pm. Prices are £4 adults, £3 children (under 16), kids under 3 free. Hot food and drinks will be available. Come along for a great night. All proceeds from this event go back into local charities and good causes. Frodsham Town Council Gift Voucher Scheme The application deadline for the £6 Frodsham Gift Voucher is Friday 7 November. Please cut-out application form below, forms are also available at various locations in Frodsham and of course the Town Council Office in Castle Park. Name: Address: Postcode: Date of Birth: Telephone No: I confirm I have read and agree to the rules, signed: Voucher Scheme rules 1 - That at 31 January 2015 the applicant is 70 years of age or older and has only made this one application for a voucher. 2 - That the applicant is a resident of Frodsham and is shown as a resident of Frodsham on the current electoral roll. 3 - That Frodsham Town Council (FTC) will make checks to confirm the validity of certain applications and reserves the right to require proof of age and residency to support any application 4 - FTC reserves the right to refuse to issue a voucher to anyone for any reason where they believe that is necessary to preserve the integrity of the scheme. 5 - FTC’s responsibility is to issue the voucher only - it is a matter for the local business, groups and societies whether they will accept them.