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PB www.village-life.co.uk www.village-life.co.uk 1 September 2013 September 2013 Couple win homes appeal A COUPLE have won a planning effect of the proposed new houses battle to demolish a bungalow at on two existing properties in Clarence Grappenhall and build a pair of semi- Road with regard to outlook and detached houses on the site. daylight. Warrington Borough Council The proposed development refused permission for the scheme would be closer to and higher than in Clarence Road in January but Mr the existing bungalow to both and Mrs Colin Bland appealed and neighbouring properties and would a Government-appointed inspector, have two storeys with accommodation FarooqWhites Rafiq,Sports has upheld43 theirx 1:Whites appeal. Spoin the roof. However, the relationship He said the main issue was the with its neighbours would not be significantly different to that which already existed between other two- storey dwelling in the area. He was satisfied it would not Whites Sports result in material harm to the living Warrington Market conditions of neighbours. 1901 - 2001 – 100 YEARS OF EXCELLECE Specialists in: Darts, Bowls, Snooker, Air Guns, Walking Sticks, Warrington Town Deadline for the Merchandise, Rugby, Cricket, Football October issue of GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE Telephone/Fax: Village Life is 01925 631531 September 17

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Editor Gary Skentelbery Production Opinion Paul Walker Account Executives THE ongoing row over pay-and- How many people, we wonder, find come from people who simply forget James Balme display parking in Stockton themselves forced to pay more than to pay-and-display or forget how Heath and Lymm seems to us to the going rate because they only have long they have been away from their Nick White have become a victim of party a 50p piece or £1 coin? car. People who will probably, when Tony Record politics – and that is bad news for We believe all shoppers’ car parks caught by a prowling parking warden, Advertising shopkeepers in the two villages. should be free – at least for an decide not to shop there again. initial period of, say, 90 minutes or Which, we repeat, is bad news for Freephone Once local politicians start two hours. After that, a substantial shopkeepers. 0800 955 5247 sharpening their knives, the best charge can be imposed to deter all- interests of both shoppers and day parkers. Editorial shopkeepers tend to get forgotten. Many villages no longer have any 01925 623632 What matters is not whether well- shops. Villages like Stockton Heath THIS issue is something of a Email heeled people in the leafy villages are and Lymm, with a good range of landmark for “Village Life” – our made to pay more to park to subsidise shops, are becoming increasingly rare. 150th edition. info@warrington- free parking in the downtrodden inner Even they are becoming much too worldwide.co.uk areas of Warrington. reliant on eating establishments and Looking back to our first edition in Forgive us our tongue-in-cheek offices. April, 2001, we find on the front page Websites cynicism, but that is what the issue We should be looking for ways of the news of the Rev Elaine Chegwin www.culchethlife.com appears to have become. ensuring they remain viable shopping Hall arriving as new vicar of Stretton www.frodshamlife.co.uk Not all people in the villages are centres, not placing obstacles, no and Appleton Thorn. www.lymmlife.co.uk well-heeled, just as not all residents matter how small, in their way. “The Vicar of Dibley she is not” of the inner areas are downtrodden. Some 5,000 signed a petition we reported. “But she is rapidly www.village-life.co.uk But village shopping centres across asking that the free parking period becoming as popular as her television www.warrington.tv the country are struggling – trying in Stockton Heath and Lymm should counterpart.” www.warrington- to compete with the big regional revert to two hours, rather than the Over the 12 ensuing years she has worldwide.co.uk shopping centres which usually offer one hour introduced earlier this year. retained and enhanced that early free parking. For the borough council’s response popularity and won the affections of Address It is true that 30p is not a lot to to be to end free parking altogether local people. New Media Centre pay for two hours parking. But it is a looks very like vindictiveness. So it is with some sadness that Old Road, Warrington lot to pay for someone stopping for The borough council’s stated policy elsewhere in this issue we report that two minutes to buy a pint of milk. is to make its parking service cost she is leaving to go to a church in Cheshire WA4 1AT It is also an inconvenience, neutral, although it has admitted Stockport. particularly in this age of paying by surpluses made in Stockton Heath We wish her all the best in her new Distribution plastic, for people to have to ensure and Lymm will subsidise losses made parish. Village Life is distributed freely they always have the right change for elsewhere. to selected homes throughout a parking ticket machine. In fact, most of the income will the area as well as being available to pick up from various outlets, some of which are listed below. Hope wins through to global final! Appleton: AN eight-year-old girl has won through to the finals of a Hope, a pupil at St Wilfrid’s CE Primary, Grappenhall, is Village Hall, Co-op beauty pageant being held at Disneyland Paris. still raising money for the pageant’s chosen charity, The Grappenhall: Hope Burton-Baddeley from Stockton Heath, came Rainbow Child Foundation. Co-op, Community Centre runner-up in the Face of the Globe regional heat at Chester She has been running an ebay auction and managed to High Legh: Music Theatre, winning three of the four possible titles. secure signed celebrity items from people such as Gloria The contest has four age categories, ranging from Estefan, Daniel Craig, Olly Murs, Lord Alan Sugar, Matt Garden Centre, five years upwards and Hope is in the Mini category and Lucas, Mo Farah, Usain Bolt, Paul O’Grady, Noel Edmunds, Village Hall has now been invited to Disneyland Paris in October to Coronation Street and Atomic Kitten. Knutsford: compete against girls from all over the world. Hope has also been busy car washing and cake baking to Fryers Garden Centre, Hope was aiming to raise £400 for charity but has smashed that total by raising nearly £2300 so far! raise money and is seeking donations from local businesses. Library, Heritage Centre, At her heat Hope won three of the 4 possible titles - She Proud mum Carolyn said: “We are all extremely proud of Shaw Heath Social Club, won Miss Charity as the highest fundraiser in the pageant her - she is pretty amazing!” Mr Chips so far, she won Miss Publicity and Miss People’s choice, She has a facebook charity page www.facebook. Lower Walton: which was a public vote. com/pages/hope-burton-baddeley-face-of-the-globe- She came 2nd overall. Spar Shop fundraiser/103341276523197 Mere: Village Store, Parish Club Mobberley: Rajar Building The Victory Hall Stockton Heath: Co-op, Library Stretton: Beehive Stores Stretton Newsagents Thelwall: Post Office

Village Life is published monthly by Orbit News Ltd. The contents of this magazine are fully protected by copyright and may not be reprinted or reproduced without prior permission of the publishers. The publishers are not liable for any statement made or opinion expressed by third parties in this publication. Printed by TwentyFourSeven 2 www.village-life.co.uk www.village-life.co.uk 3 September 2013 September 2013 Found farewell at Stretton Walking Day THE annual Stretton Walking day was the last one for local vicar Elaine Chegwin-Hall who will soon be moving on to pastures new. Elaine, wo arrived in Stretton and Following a church service the neighbouring Appleton Thorn parishioners walked through gthe Parish more than 12 years ago, is village and then attended the annual moving to St George’s Church in school fair. Stockport in the near future. Elaine says she will miss the many Meanwhile New Rose Queen for the friends she has made during her years annual event was 10-year-old Olivia covering Stretton and Appleton Thorn Rudd, (pictured right with family and friends and below with her retinue) a but is looking forward to the challenge pupil at St Matthews Primary School of working in a larger parish, with in the village, who lists reading and 22,000 parishioners, compared to the writing as her interests and says she 8,000 in her existing parishes. “loves being Rose Queen!” St George’s Church is the largest Retiring Queen was Gabby in the county with seating for up to Leicester. 1,000!

Elaine Chegwin Hall (2nd left) with Curate Chris Moore (left), work experience student Connor Miller and Reader Linda Buckley.

Retiring Queen Gabby Leicester and her attendants Amelie Dedee and Emma Johnston

New Rose Queen Olivia Rudd The 21st Warrington Scouts, Cubs and Beavers prepare for the walk Dental practice goes from strength to strength GRAPPENHALL Dental Practice his patients he was informed by the his second surgery in 2007. Laura Pumford, will be joining the is pleased to announce further primary care trust that they had no Another Andrew, Dr Booth , joined team in September. expansion due to increased demand money to allow him to do so. the practice and was happy to work Laura qualified in 2010 in Liverpool allowing them to accommodate new Andrew did not want to charge very under the same ethos. and has worked in both NHS and patients. high private fees to his loyal patients “We are now opening our third private practices. A third surgery has been added so decided to provide independent surgery and are very pleased to Andrew concluded: “We are all and two new dentists have joined the ‘nhs style’ dentistry. welcome Dr Ivan Wolfe to our practice. committed to providing the very best current team. He said: “Our prices have actually Ivan is a very dedicated enthusiastic of care using the latest equipment/ Grappenhall Dental Practice was set been cheaper than the NHS for over and compassionate dentist.” techniques in a compassionate way up from scratch in 2006 by Dr Andrew seven years. We provide a full range Having qualified in 2012 in Cork, with a fair and reasonable charging Brown who had previously worked for of general dentistry both NHS quality Ireland, Ivan has worked in a mixed system. the NHS in the centre or Warrington and private quality and are able NHS/Private dental practice near “We are now able to accept new for 10 years. to give the patients all the options Manchester for the past year gaining patients with no waiting lists, Andrew decided he wanted to open without any restrictions or limitations a wealth of experience in general emergencies seen same day and we his own practice and recognised the from NHS bureaucracy.” dentistry. are also introducing a late night shortage of NHS dentists in the south Due to the fairness and popularity He now brings his skills to add to clinic to accommodate patients who of Warrington. Although he wanted of how his system operated Andrew the team at Grappenhall. struggle to attend during normal to continue to offer NHS dentistry to quickly became too busy and added Meanwhile a fourth dentist, Dr working hours.” 4 www.village-life.co.uk www.village-life.co.uk 5 September 2013 September 2013

Advertiser’s announcement STOCKTON Never judge a book HEATH TRAVEL by it’s cover! Special Village Life Editor Gary Skentelbery checks out a Four star All Inclusive in Tenerife. Many of us now check out our holiday food and was excellent value coming in destinations on Trip Advisor before we at just 60 Euros for a family of four – Offers make a booking so I knew not to expect including drinks. TENERIFE to have my breath taken away on the For those wanting to travel further  Linda Crowder – Stockton Heath Travel road leading to the Hotel del Arena in afi eld the hotel lays on transport to the 19th October 2013 El Medano, Tenerife. popular destinations such as the Siam But be warned – if you don’t like a Arenas Del Mar Beach Having read mostly good reviews of Water Park – but be warned expect sea breeze – this is not the place for 1 week in Junior Suite Seaview the four star All Inclusive Adult only to queue for rides during the school you – there is a constant breeze, which All inclusive hotel I knew the multi-storey car park holidays! explained why we could sit and enjoy the World Windsurfi ng Championships Direct fl ights from Manchester appearance of the building would be But it will be hard to pull yourselves £1809 for 2 people transformed once inside the building – away from the Hotel del Arena, with from our balcony. and I was not disappointed. friendly staff, good food and a very There are areas where you can shelter In fact I would go as far as saying relaxing atmosphere. from the breeze – and the big benefi t 9th November 2013 that the junior suite we had on the 4th The evening entertainment was is you never got too hot – unless you Arenas Del Mar Beach fl oor overlooking the breezy Atlantic there if you wanted it and for the more want to! 1 week in Junior Suite Seaview Ocean and adjoining sandy beach, was energetic the hotel’s entertainer Richard For further information and quotes All inclusive please contact Stockton Heath Travel probably the best hotel accommodation was always on the search for willing Direct fl ights from Manchester recruits to join in at aqua aerobics, on 01925 269290 or email for you I have ever experienced while travelling £1627 for 2 people abroad. volleyball, darts, pool, table tennis and own personal ebrochure to enquiries@ Even my teenage daughters were even a hike up the local mountain! stocktonheathtravel.com delighted with their suite. The week went far too quickly and I Follow us on twitter @stocktonhthtvl 7th December 2013 The aim of the holiday was to have would willingly return for another stay. & like us on facebook and linkedin. Arenas Del Mar Beach a week chilling out – and you can 1 week in Junior Suite Seaview certainly do that at El Medano which is All inclusive much quieter than the likes of Playas Da Direct fl ights from Manchester La Americas and Los Christianous. £1394 for 2 people Having said that the traditional Spanish town, which is about a 20 Stockton Heath Travel Centre minute walk along the sea front – is lively during the evenings – and even if you are staying all inclusive, I would 01925 269400 certainly recommend one evening out 80 London Road for a change. Stockton Heath The Hong Kong Chinese restaurant in the harbour area served outstanding Keep the village alive support your local traders! [email protected]

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Legends cricket match drew

2,500 spectators Pictures courtesy: Bob Brough and Alan Croston SPECTATORS at village cricket grounds are usually heavily outnumbered included Neil Fairbrother, Andrew Westwood, Stefan Ratchford, by the players on the field, but more than 2,500 packed into Grappenhall Flintoff, Andy Caddick, Mark Joel Monaghan, Lee Briers, Trent Cricket Club’s Broad Lane ground for their “Legends” charity game. Ramprakash, Dominic Cork, John Waterhouse, Richie Myler and Wolves’ The sun shone, the cricket was League players showing they can Embury and Devon Malcolm. The head coach Tony Smith. entertaining – and the Aussies beat strike a cricket ball with real power. Aussie team boasted Jeff Thomson, For the record, Wolves scored 187 – England for the first time this summer! The day raised money for the club’s Ian Harvey, Damien Martyn, Greg a total that proved five too many for In addition, a Grappenhall XI pavilion fund, children’s charity the Matthews, David Hussey, Dirk Nannes, the Grappenhall XI and the England captained by club secretary Paul AF Foundation and Rugby League star Simon Katich and special guest Wasim Legends team scored 164 – a total the Tyerman was turned over by a Ben Westwood’s testimonial. Akram. Aussie Legends overhauled with one Warrington Wolves XI with the Rugby England cricket stars on show Rugby players included Ben ball to spare!

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6 www.village-life.co.uk www.village-life.co.uk 7 September 2013 September 2013 Dave defies the odds to deliver new drugs awareness project A FORMER Cheshire police officer who has twice defied the odds by battling back from life threatening conditions is set to embark on a new career helping deliver drugs awareness training. While many with 30 years distinguished years serving in the police would opt for a quieter life and retirement, Dave Betts, QPM is looking forward to a new challenge. He has now been appointed as a consultant to the Cheshire based Drug Watch Trust – just 18 months after fighting back from a near fatal burst blood vessel which left him in a coma for two weeks – this more than 30 years after battling back from cancer. The 63-year-old father-of-two had a rare form of cancer in the right side of his face in 1980 and it is thought radiotherapy treatment at the time caused weakness around his blood vessels. He had to be resuscitated twice and is lucky to be alive. Dave, who lives in Appleton, said: “I am truly happy to again be making a positive contribution to the community and the business world. Although I am lucky to be alive I am now feeling fit and ready for a new challenge.” During a distinguished police career Dave received the highest accolade when he was presented with the Queen’s Police Medal for his outstanding work in the community. He added: “My background is 30 years in various departments of the Cheshire Police in the latter years specialising in Community Safety. Following this I became a Manager in the security and subsequently forensic technology industry for the North West region.” As Consultant to the Drug Watch Trust, Dave will be engaged over the coming months in the development and delivery of the bespoke INSIGHT drug awareness programme. This will be in partnership with communities, the police, voluntary sector, public and private sector workplaces. As the Drug Watch Consultant he will be seeking to train suitably competent trainers from all sectors to enable and empower them to deliver the programme. Dave added: “I aim to obtain voluntary sector support for the Drug Watch Trust and with partners, plan, devise and deliver a regional Drug Watch Trust Conference. An important part of my work will be the delivery of drug awareness in the workplace as a part of the Health and Safety policy for businesses throughout the region. “Although early days I would like to meet with interested parties from agencies who have an interest with drug related issues or would be interested as part of their work training in the delivery of the programme. I would also be pleased to meet business representatives who have identified the need to build into their policies the requirement of drug awareness training for their staff and employees. “ For more information contact Dave on 07544525992 or email: djb_drugwatch@ hotmail.co.uk

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AN annual walk in aid of breast he has organised a sponsored walk that everyone can contribute to the cancer research and organised by around Grappenhall every year. charity by raising money themselves. Roy’s a husband in memory of his late He said: “Susan fought hard to “If anyone would like to join in wife is set to take place again on beat this cancer, but sadly was beaten or requires more information, then Sunday, October 27. by it in 2003. Since then I have tried please contact me on 01925 262851 The walk is organised by Roy to help others beat breast cancer or email [email protected]” charity walk Kettle, of Grappenhall and has raised by organising this annual walk so more than £25,000 over the last eight years. The three-mile walk will start from in memory Grappenhall Community Centre at 11am. Mr Kettle lost his wife, Susan, to of wife breast cancer in 2003 and since then

Advertiser’s announcement Reproductive Health open evenings REPRODUCTIVE Health Group, comprising GyneHealth and Conceive International, is a leading, innovative healthcare service with clinics throughout the North West, which will include a brand new cutting edge facility at Daresbury Park, Cheshire, due to open in January 2014. GyneHealth provides a comprehensive range of women’s health services whilst Conceive Roy Kettle and some of the walkers from a previous year. International offers all aspects of fertility and IVF diagnostics and treatments including genetic screening. Reproductive Health Group are strongly committed to involving patients in all aspects of their care and believe that holding regular informative events for women helps them to Charity’s ‘nearly new’ sale make well-informed choices regarding their health and wellbeing. A series of events are THE North Cheshire branch of the National Childbirth Trust is holding a Nearly New scheduled to take place at Cheshire Natural Health, Stretton, who share the philosophy of Sale on Sunday October 20 at Thelwall Parish Hall in Thelwall, Warrington from combining the wisdom of natural therapies with advances in modern medicine. 12.00pm to 2.00pm. Patient Forums will take place on September 9, November 18, December 16 and January NCT Nearly New Sales have become legendary and are run up and down the 27, 5pm – 6pm, which are free to attend to discuss any aspect of gynaecology or fertility. country, forming the backbone of fundraising activity for the charity. These forums will provide an ideal opportunity to meet with consultant gynaecologist and The items offered are of the highest quality and include clothes, equipment and IVF specialist Mr Luciano Nardo in an informal environment. For a more private discussion, toys for babies, toddlers and children up to the age of six. short free consultation slots with Mr Nardo can be booked in advance. Larger items such as buggies, high chairs and safety equipment will all be for They will also be holding an Open Evening on Women’s Health on Wednesday September sale for just a fraction of the retail price. Mums-to-be can even find inexpensive 25, 6pm – 9pm, when Mr Nardo and his colleagues Mr Brett Winter-Roach, Mr Jed Hawe maternity clothes. and Dr Bim Williams, along with therapists from Cheshire Natural Health, will be giving Branch chairman Helen Finnigan said: “NCT Nearly New Sales are a great way short interactive talks on topics including infertility management, period problems, to grab a bargain as well as to support the valuable work that the NCT does in urinary incontinence management, nutrition, digestive health, natural family planning supporting new parents. and acupuncture for women’s health. “This is the fourth sale we have held at Thelwall which is a great venue where For more details please contact [email protected] or visit www.gyne- you can do your shopping as well as grab a tea or coffee afterwards.” health.co.uk/www.conceiveinternational.co.uk

Open Evening on Women’s Health

Wednesday 25th September 2013 from 6pm - 9pm at Cheshire Natural Health Beehive House, Tarporley Road, Stretton, Warrington, WA4 4ND

An opportunity to hear experts give informal and interactive talks on: Infertility Management • Period Problems • Gynaecological Cancer Screening Urinary Incontinence Management • Balancing Hormones Through Nutrition Digestive Health & Colonic Hydrotherapy • Natural Family Planning Acupuncture & Women's Health

There is no charge to attend this event, however places are limited so please reserve your place by telephone or email. Drinks and refreshments available. T: 0845 600 9997 or E: [email protected]

10 www.village-life.co.uk www.village-life.co.uk 11 September 2013 September 2013 Money Column By Margaret Black Self assessment campaign A new campaign aimed at submit their outstanding returns and taxpayers who have failed to pay the outstanding tax will receive submit their self assessment tax the best terms that HMRC can offer in returns for previous years has relation to penalties. Anyone failing recently been announced by to meet this deadline, however, will the tax of ce. The campaign be liable to penalties of up to 100% provides an opportunity for of the tax due, and could face criminal these taxpayers to submit their investigation, although they will still outstanding tax returns and qualify for mitigated penalties and incur reduced charges. HMRC would expect that most people will not face penalties on this scale. During a similar campaign last year, Interest will remain payable for late The campaign is the latest in a string targeted at higher rate taxpayers, payments of tax on all self assessment of HMRC schemes designed to recoup over 3,000 people came forward tax returns. unpaid tax. Previous initiatives have voluntarily. This resulted in over 5,500 resulted in payments of more than tax returns being submitted, generating Intelligence gathering £547m from voluntary disclosures, and over £30 million being received in software nearly £140m as a result of follow-up additional tax. activity. Under the current scheme, taxpayers The tax authority will be writing who have received either a self directly to several thousand people Reserve a free no obligation meeting assessment tax return or a notice to it has identi ed using intelligence- Find out what professional advice we complete a return for any year up to gathering software, with follow-up can provide to complete your tax return. 2011/12, but who failed to submit calls expected to be made to many Please telephone 01925 413210 it, must notify HMRC that they wish individuals in due course. or e-mail info@warringtonaccountants. co.uk to take part in the campaign either Marian Wilson, head of campaigns The Money Column……is provided by completing an on-line form or by at HMRC, said, ‘This is de nitely by WatkinsonBlack. Chartered telephoning the tax of ce. They will the best time to catch up, on the best Accountants, then have until 15 October 2013 to possible terms. While some penalties 1st Floor, 264 Manchester Road, complete and submit their returns and will apply, it is likely to cost people Warrington, WA1 3RB. pay any outstanding tax. more if we have to nd them rather than Accountants who care, for clients who Taxpayers who come forward to them coming to us’. matter.

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12 www.village-life.co.uk www.village-life.co.uk 13 September 2013 September 2013 New CEO for law firm WARRINGTON law firm Forshaws signals the partners’ determination Davies Ridgway (FDR) has a new to focus on delivering business chief executive at the helm. excellence, providing a top class professional service to all our clients, Oliver Burton, aged 30, has joined whilst also ensuring we invest in our the full service solicitors practice after enjoying a meteoric career people and their future. in the commercial and corporate “With the economic downturn and banking sector. the recent changes to legal aid, many A graduate of the top-rated law firms are struggling to survive, Lancaster Business School, Oliver never mind adapt and evolve. We will will be bringing his commercial and stand on the shoulders of our already business expertise to the successful successful platform and ensure that law firm which includes 18 partners FDR will not just be fit for now, but and more than 100 staff. He will be based in the firm’s head also well-placed to take advantage of office in Palmyra Square, Warrington, all future opportunities.” and will be managing staff in the Forshaws Davies Ridgway is a full Stockton Heath and Frodsham offices service legal practice and provides as well as the specialist commercial expert professional services in branch in Bold Street, Warrington. As commercial law, conveyancing, part of his CEO role, he will also be criminal, family, disputes, wills and a director of fdrIM (FDR Investment probate. Management). Commenting on his appointment For more information telephone Oliver said: “I am delighted to join a 01925 231000 or visit www.fdrlaw. law firm with such a strong reputation co.uk and www.qualitysolicitors. in all legal sectors. My appointment com/fdr

Adam will be youngest town clerk ADAM Keppel-Garner has become the youngest town clerk in the country – just a year after joining Knutsford Town Council as deputy town clerk and town centre manager.

He takes over from town clerk Steve McQuade, who has left after two years to take on the same role with Crewe Town Council. Adam, 23, has become a familiar figure around the town, particularly with the business community. He will act as clerk for at least four months while the council’s personnel committee consider future options. But he is looking forward to his new role, particularly being involved in one of the biggest challenges the council has faced in recent years – the “take over” of control of Knutsford Market from Cheshire East Council.

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12 www.village-life.co.uk www.village-life.co.uk 13 September 2013 September 2013 What’s on Fury of in the villages September 10 STOCKTON HEATH PARISH COUNCIL Sandy Lane Centre, Stockton Heath. 7.30pm the ‘vocal September 17 APPLETON PARISH COUNCIL Parish Hall, Dudlow Green Road. 7.30pm September 19 minority’ LIVE AT ST WILFRID’S Alison Farr (piano). A graduate of the Royal Acad- emy of Music and winner of the piano section of FIVE thousand people who signed the 1998 BBC Young Musician competition, playing Bach and Chopin. a petition calling for more free Every Monday parking time on pay-and-display car ST MARY MAGDALENE MONDAY CLUB parks at Stockton Heath and Lymm St Mary Magdalene Church, Appleton 1.30pm are angry at being dismissed as a COUNTRY DANCING CLUB St Thomas’ Primary School, Parkgate Road, Stockton “vocal minority.” Heath. 8-10pm. Details: 01925 262356 They are even more furious that BRIDGE CLUB Warrington Borough Council’s response Grappenhall Village Sports Club to their plea is to decide to scrap free Stockton Lane. 7.30pm. Details 01928 712233 parking completely in the two villages. LADIES’ FRIENDSHIP CLUB In future it will cost 30p to park – The Quays Community Centre, Thelwall New Road, Thelwall. even if you are only stopping to pick 8pm. Details: 01925 264099 up a pint of milk from the village running at £96,000 a year. car parks is in stark contrast with that Every second Monday convenience store. He said if car park usage in the two for their other district car parks, all PARK (APPLETON) WI villages remained the same, the surplus Appleton Parish Hall, Dudlow Green Road. 7.30pm The petitioners were asking for of which are free to use. The council restoration of a two hour free period from them would rocket to £280,000 tactics also compare badly with their Second and fourth Monday a year. WARRINGTON ART GROUP instead of the one hour currently policy of free permits for residents’ Bellhouse Community Centre, Bellhouse Lane, offered. Even if 40 per cent of short stay parking zones, which is responsible for Grappenhall. visitors stopped using the car parks, 7-9pm. What they are going to get is up to the mess in the council parking service two hours for 30p. they would still generate more than Every third Monday £210,000 a year for the council. finances. NATIONAL VEGETABLE SOCIETY Cllr Linda Dirir, the borough’s Cheshire District meeting Cllr Axcell said: “It is obvious from “The campaign by local residents Grappenhall Ex-Servicemen’s Club, Chester Road, lead member for highways and these figures that the ploy of a 30p and businesses in Stockton Heath and Grappenhall. transportation, said: “We believe 8pm. Details: 01925 265773. minimum charge is simply about cash Lymm is to get free parking for two the strategy is the right one for the generation. hours reinstated and for fairness in the Every fourth Monday borough as a whole.” MARLFIELD WI “The council’s approach for these parking service budget to continue.” Independent Methodist Chapel, Knutsford Road, “Parking services across the borough Grappenhall. 7.30pm made a loss of £107,000 last year – an Every Tuesday improvement on the loss of £125,000 COFFEE MORNING St Cross Church, Appleton Thorn. All welcome. the previous year, she said. 10am-12 noon “Any surplus from car parks should PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY help to pay for other areas of the Comedy @The Park Royal Hotel Quays Community Centre, Thelwall New Road, Thelwall. 7.30pm. service that are non-profit making, THE popular Comedy Club returns to club discounts, win free tickets and get Contact: 01925 757582. such as on-street enforcement, non- the Park Royal Hotel, Stretton on all the comedy gossip free each month. COFFEE MORNING profit making car parks and residents’ Friday September 20 with three Top Host Comedian is Rhodri Rhys Appleton Independent Methodist Church parking zones.” Appleton Parish Hall, 10am-12 noon who has moved up swiftly since Cllr Brian Axcell, a member of Comedians as Seen on TV. Every Wednesday Guests can enjoy a pre – show meal joining the comedy circuit and can APPLETON HALL BADMINTON CLUB Appleton Parish Council and a Liberal now be seen regularly as an act and Starting Decemberat Hall Drive, Appleton. 7.30- Democrat member of the borough and then dance the night away with 10pm. the resident DJ all for just £22! compére in London, across the UK and Details: 01925 262356 council, said: “The Stockton Heath internationally. and Lymm car parks were already in With FREE membership at www. 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