Published at: Friday 25th October 2013 First Floor, Town Council Offices, Issue 647 Civic Hall Square, Shildon, ter DL4 1AH. ap Telephone/Fax: 01388 775896 hill Duty journalist: 0790 999 2731 Ferry h ilt o n C & C h At the heart www.thechapter.org of our wonderful community email: [email protected] Residents take their pick of Have your say on new homes care home’s future
A three-month consul- • Close the homes and tation on the future of seek alternative accom- five County Durham care modation for residents at homes - including one independent homes. in Ferryhilly - began last • Seek expressions of week, on Thursday 17th interest from other organi- October. sations which may wish to Members of Durham take over management of County Council’s Cabinet the homes. approved a recommenda- To have your say on the tion to consult on possible future of Feryemount, options for the authority’s comments can be submit- remaining in-house resi- ted in any of the following dential homes at a meeting ways; earlier this month. • Email: residentialcar- The consultation is asking econsultation@durham. residents, carers and staff gov.uk for feedback on the future • Telephone – 03000 265 of Cheveley House, in 680 Belmont; Feryemount, in • Write to – Ferryhill; Grampian House, Durham County Council in Peterlee; Mendip House, Children and Adults Residents Margaret Clark and Alice Dart with building surveyor David Evans from livin in Chester-le-Street; Services, Residential and Newtown House, in Care Consultation Team, looking at plans for the new development Stanhope. Room 2/108-111, County Plans for a new home de- The £2.2 million regen- Rosewood Grange shel- In the light of significant Hall, Durham, DH1 5UG. velopment in Chilton were eration project will see tered housing scheme budget reductions, the More information is avail- shared with residents last 25 two-bedroom bunga- will be moving to the new council is considering able at www.durham.gov. week at a special consulta- lows built on the former development and, as part three proposals: uk/carehomesconsulta- tion event held by homes Workingmen’s Club and of the consultation event, • Retain the five homes tion. and communities organisa- Rosewood Grange site. were involved in choosing and carry out repairs and The consultation will run tion, livin. Residents from the existing their new home. maintenance as required. until Sunday 19th January. Ian Brown, head of devel- opment and allocations
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Passed Away Birthday Memories Birthdays Birthdays Acknowledgements
Violet Geldard Craig Anthony Porter Joe Flatman Siobhon & Stannard 14.10.2013 21.10.1975 - 28.09.2013 Happy 13th Joe John JoeWhite You never asked for much Ken & Barbara would like Birthday wises I send today 30th October to thank family and friends in life, you simply lived To a star in the sky for those you loved, and for the lovely gifts and Not far away, cards they received on the those you loved will always Engraved in gold remember you occasion of their Golden On a cloud above, Love Uncle Ian, Wedding Anniversary. Just for you Craig Aunty Michelle, Adam Once again, many thanks. With all our love & Mitchell x Family and friends xxxx Mam & Dad For Sale xxxx Joe Flatman In Memoriam Motorised Invalid Chair Happy Birthday With rear controls. Ideal for to a special Grandson someone who is pushing Craig Porter Happy 18th Birthday someone in a chair. Any Cliff Lamb 21st October Siobhon and 16th Birthday reasonable offer will be Love you always Put your arms John Joe accepted. Buyers to collect. Your memory treasured around him Lord Love Grandma Tel: 01740 652797 Don’t leave him on his own, x Lots of love, For today is Craig’s Grandma & Grandi 38th Birthday, Services Marian & family His first away from home Joe Flatman
Congratulations on MOVING A THING? becoming a teenager to a Anniversaries From £14. Call Phil. Love always, wonderful Grandson Phone 01325 321084 Leah, Natalie, Ryan, or 07790 509925 Bill, Michael, Keira, Jude, Gracie & Millie Colin Cockburn xxxx Ray & Susan Banner 22.10.05 Love Nanna & Granda 26.10.2013 Discuss any of the stories or x articles from The Chapter at It’s been 8 years The North East Forum since you went away www.neforum2.co.uk/smf We love and miss you every day S CRABTREE Esther Horn Digital Aerials Fitted 26th October Rest in Peace, Siobhon White Digi Aerials Your loving Wife Flo and all Special wishes to a much- 30th October your family loved Mam and Nannie on DAB your 100th Birthday Sky Freesat No Hidden Charges. Sadly missed, Birthday Memories Congratulations on No Extra For Cable Used. From all the family your Golden Wedding Anniversary Mam & Dad I Will Beat Any Craig Anthony Porter Written Quote, Plus 21.10.1975 - 28.09.2013 Network Your House A devoted Fiancé, Birthdays Remembering you on your & Tune In first Birthday away from me Lots of love always, Ferryhill based Louise, Gavin & Keegan No cards, no presents for Joe Flatman xxx 0797 997 1541 you today, just tears and a Happy 18th Birthday broken heart Siobhon 18! Until we meet again, Lots of love from I will always love you Grandma & Grandi and miss you every day, xxx Jane TERRY STEPHENSON & SONS xxx - UNDERTAKERS -
Established 1845 Craig Anthony Porter COMPLETE FUNERAL SERVICE ARRANGED & 21.10.1975 - 28.09.2013 PERSONALLY DIRECTED BY TERRY. A devoted Stepfather to Congratulations on Need to contact Golden Charter Funeral Plans becoming a teenager Shane, will be sadly missed The Chapter? PRIVATE CHAPEL OF REST. T: (01388) 775 896 1B DUNNING ROAD, FERRYHILL. Shane & Tilly Love Mam, Dad & Jack Tel: 651350 xxx x E: [email protected] Mobile: 0777 4704739 Page 2 Friday 25th October 2013 Issue 647 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Residents reminded to stay pter safe this Bonfire Night yhill a Ferr h hilt o n C & C
Post or hand this form into: 3-4 First Floor Offices, Town Council Building, Civic Hall Square, Shildon, DL4 1AH. CLASSIFIED FORM: OCCASION: (Please tick) Birthday Obituary Anniversary For Sale Birth To Let Congratulations Services Appreciations Other (state): Memoriam ...... Number of separate messages:...... L-R – Nic Lonergan, County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service; Graham Blount, Durham County Council; Cllr Brian Stephens, Cabinet member for neighbour- Message(s): Please write in clear BLOCK CAPITALS and continue on a hoods and local partnership at Durham County Council; Andrew Allison, County Dur- separate piece of paper if necessary ham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service; Carl Hagemann, Durham County Council; ...... and Becky Brown, County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service...... Residents and retailers in safety standards and could Council and Darlington ...... Ferryhill and Chilton are cause serious injury. Borough Council will be being reminded about fire- Andrew Allison, community visiting retailers to give ...... works safety in the lead up safety manager for County advice on the safe storage ...... to Bonfire Night. Durham and Darlington Fire of fireworks and check that Durham County Council, and Rescue Service, said, procedures are in place ...... Darlington Borough Council “Fireworks can seriously to prevent fireworks from Total number of words = ...... and Durham and Darlington injure and scar people for being sold to children. Fire and Rescue Service are life if they are not treated Test purchasing will be Photograph included? (£6) Yes No working together to help with care. carried out to ensure (if yes, please include a stamped addressed envelope if you would like your picture returning) people keep themselves and “It is important that they those procedures are being others safe when holding meet safety standards and followed properly. Amount (x35p): ...... Bonfire Night parties in they should also be stored Further information is avail- their own communities. properly. able at www.ddfire.gov.uk. Total: ...... People are also being “The firework safety code People can report fireworks Name: ...... reminded to only buy fire- must also be followed at safety issues, such as sus- works from a reputable organised or small bonfire pected counterfeit fire- Address: ...... retailer to avoid being sold night events” works or underage sales, to ...... illegal or counterfeit fire- Trading standards officers Durham County Council on works, which do not meet from Durham County 03000 260 913. Contact number: ......
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Coach Trip to Bury It was decided we would get all our veterans a green polo shirt made with a design of a British solider in front of a Union Flag, with poppies on each side and the motto ‘Northern Ireland Lest There are only six seats 8:20am and Ferryhill we Forget’. This was also done in memory of two of our friends left on The Chapter’s Station Surtees 8:30am. who had passed away. Kenny Richardson and Les Flatman both coach trip to Bury Now, shoppers can also paid their respects each year to our fallen. Les Flatman’s father Market on Saturday 30th enjoy a return steam train had served in both World Wars and later he became a Chelsea November. ride on the East Lancs pensioner. The coach will pick up Railway. and depart from: Chilton Book your seat now to Lest we Forget. Wheatsheaf at 8:10am, avoid disappointment. Ferryhill Bus Station Call Les on 01388 775896. E Slater Brooklyn Road, Chilton Boiler Stolen
Police are appealing for October and Tuesday 8th D e a r Ed i t o r, any information in regards October, and anyone with to a theft of a Winchester any information should The Scarlet Band operate an excellent bus service on an evening boiler and a cooker from a contact Detective Con- between Bishop Auckland & Chilton, Ferryhill, Kirk Merrington & house in Kitchener Street, stable Antony Kent, or Spennymoor. The two 35A’s are a lifeline to many people visiting Ferryhill. Crook Police on 101 and shops and clubs on an evening and are driven by partners Sonia The burglary took place quote incident number Hyland and David Madden. They always have a friendly word between Friday 4th SL1301569. with everyone and make your journey a pleasant one.
On Friday 4th October, just before Dave’s last run from Bishop County Durham Auckland, his bus broke down. Sonia, by this time, was some- where near Spennymoor, but having received a call from Dave for help doubled back to Bishop Auckland to collect his stranded Public Consultation passengers. There was quite a full bus - standing room only - but she delivered every passenger home safely to the very last stop. The County Durham Plan Literary Institute. Well done Sonia for dedication and well done Scarlet Band. sets out information about Officers there will be avail- what types of new devel- able to discuss details of Yours Sincerely opments are planned in the Pre-Submission Draft Councillor Brian Avery the county, where they Plan and offer advice on will take place and how how to respond to the con- they will be managed. It sultation. Plan summaries also provides policies for and DVDs containing all determining planning ap- the documents will also be plications. available to take away. A public drop in session “There’s no need to PACT MEETINGS has been organised on pre-book everyone is Thursday 7th November, welcome,” said a spokes- Police & Communities Together from 3pm - 7pm at Ferryhill person. Chilton Ward Tuesday 29th October, 19:00 - 20:00, Henderson House, Coleridge Road No 1 LOCAL APPLIANCE Previous issues - Speeding vehicles on the road from Kirk Merrington to Chilton where the REPAIR CENTRE speed limit changes from 60mph to 30mph towards West Chilton Roundabout. Bishop Middleham and Cornforth Ward Specialists in Laundry, Refrigeration, Thursday 31st October, 14:00 - 15:00, Cross Keys, 9 High Street Cooking, Dishwashing & Vacuums Previous issues - dog foul around the Park area, Vehicles being used in an anti-social manner Highly qualified Engineers to around Verdun Terrace your door FREE OF CHARGE Broom Ward Wednesday 6th November, 18:00 - 19:00, Ferryhill Town Hall Tel: 01388 777353 / 01388 778556 Previous issues - Noise complaints in Rennie Street, Dean Bank A&R ELECTRICS GROUP Ferryhill Town and Dean Bank Wednesday 6th November, 18:00 - 19:00, Ferryhill Town Hall Previous issues - Noise complaints on Rennie Street, Dean Bank.. Page 4 Friday 25th October 2013 Issue 647 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Residents do the Plaque pays tribute to former ‘Monster Mash!’ Councillor
Denehurst Nursing Home The care home is also in Ferryhill is having a ‘Hal- holding a Coffee Morning loween Day’ on Thursday at Ferryhill Working- 31st October. men’s Club, from 10am There will be entertain- on Saturday 26th October. ment from 1.30pm with There will be cakes, tea ‘The Monster Mash’, and coffee on sale, a Hal- spooky music and ghostly loween raffle and tombola. stories. All proceeds will go “Please come and join us, towards the comfort funds tickets are on sale now,” for residents’ Christmas said a spokesperson. activities. Due in court
Lee Adams was due before supervision on 4th October magistrates at Newton and for drug rehabilitation Aycliffe recently to face a on 7th October. charge of ‘failure to comply Daniel Smith, aged 21 of with the community re- Granville Drive, Chilton, Mayor Ken Campbell unveiled the plaque alongside the family of the late Councillor quirements of a suspended was also due in court to Valman Woods. sentence order’. face a charge of using The 38 year-old, of Ford threatening words and be- Ferryhill Town Council remained a member of the the Surtees Corner near to Terrace, Chilton, is alleged haviour, in Chilton on 26th have paid tribute to a long Council until March 2012, Valman’s family home. to have failed to attend for September. serving Councillor, who representing the Ferryhill Mayor, Councillor Ken sadly passed away last Station Ward. Campbell, had the honour year. He was the first ever Mayor of unveiling the plaque last Children’s half term A plaque in memory of the of Ferryhill, from 1999 – weekend in the presence late Valman Woods was 2000, and was also Council of Valman’s family, wife installed by the Council, Leader for a number of Christine, sons Craig and entertainment to commemorate his hard years. Glynn, daughters-in-law work and achievements. At the request of the Joy and Kim and grandchil- Valman became a Town family, the plaque was dren James, April, Owen Ferryhill Town Council to 11 years and is free of Councillor in May 1995 and placed on the bench at and Cole. have organised for Noel charge so why not bring Brookes the Magician to your children along and perform his magic in Fer- join in the fun?” asked a ryhill Library, on Thursday Council spokesperson. This week in History 31st October, between A free leaflet advertising 2pm and 3pm. the programme of events Noel has been keeping organised by Ferryhill 23 October 1951 24 October 1986 25 October 1976 local children entertained Town Council - in partner- The Conservative The UK government had The Queen officially for many years in Ferryhill ship with Ferryhill Branch leader, Winston Church- broken off diplomatic rela- opened the National during the school holidays Library - for the 2013 ill, wound up his election tions with Syria after infor- Theatre on the South with his magic show. school holidays, is avail- campaign with a speech mation reveled the official Bank in London after “This session is suitable for able from the Town Hall in which he vigorously involvement in Nezar Hinda- years of delays. children aged from 3 years and Ferryhill Library. denied accusations of wi’s plot to blow up an El Al warmongering. airliner. Coffee Morning 26 October 1951 27 October 1978 28 October 1979 The Conservative Four people have been killed Chairman Hua arrives Ferryhill Methodist stalls, games, bric-a-brac, Party has won the and four others seriously in London. The first Church is holding a Special and a raffle as well as the general election by a wounded after a gunman Chinese leader to visit Autumn Coffee Morning on usual coffee and tea. small majority, making opened fire at two separate Britain, is welcomed Friday 1st November, from “All are welcome,” said an Winston Churchill locations in the Midlands. at Heathrow airport by 9.30am until 11.30am. organiser. prime minister for the Prime Minister Margaret There will be a variety of Admission is free. second time. Thatcher. DenhamFields P.J.R. 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For more information about The party, which will the party, or the Friends of include a fancy dress com- the Surtees Doorstep Green petition and raffle, will be group, contact Karen Youn- held from 6pm – 9pm on ghusband at Ferryhill Town Thursday 31st October. Hall on 01740 652157. Remembering loved ones
A Service of Remembrance remember their loved ones and Thanksgiving will be by lighting a candle and held at Ferryhill Method- inserting their name into a ist Church on Sunday 3rd Book Of Remembrance. Chilton Mayor, Cll Elizabeth Bruce and children from Chilton Primary School plant November at 2.30pm. “All are welcome,” said a bulbs in the town, which will flower next spring. This is for any families who spokesperson. have been bereaved and Tea and biscuits will be As residents may be aware, to the Charlie Wayman involved and the addition- will give an opportunity to provided after the service. Chilton was recently Playing Fields and the al planting will enhance awarded a silver medal grass near Chilton Health the town’s spring floral for best Small Town in the Centre. displays and help us in annual Britain in Bloom On Friday 11th October, our efforts to get another Poppy appeal regional competition, as year 5 children from award next year and build organised by Northumbria Chilton Primary School on our success,” said Cllr The Co-operative Funer- been made by people in in Bloom. joined Town Mayor, Coun- Bruce. alcare is supporting The the community. Hoping to add to their cillor Elizabeth Bruce, and “Special thanks to Royal British Legion at all To buy your poppy, visit success in next year’s assisted in planting the everyone involved, in of their funeral homes this your local Funeralcare competition, Chilton Town bulbs which will flower in particular SE Landscaping year by selling handmade funeral home in Parker Council identified new Spring 2014. the Town Council’s ground poppies, which have kindly Terrace, Ferryhill. areas to plant - including “Hopefully, the combined maintenance contractor,” the grassed verge leading effort of everyone she continued. Police urge residents to be Find us on Facebook at vigilant during dark nights facebook.com/ ferryhillandchiltonchapter Winter nights are coming, Burglars do not like being • Make sure you do not and with the clocks going seen! Light your home leave your car keys, val- back this weekend, it will inside and out uables or ID documents be getting dark early. • Use timer switches near a door, letterbox or Appliance Repairs NEALE GRAVER Did you know, an unlit • Use a dusk till dawn light window. JOINER / LOCKSMITH house during the hours of which comes on auto- • Be vigilant at all times, Washing Machines, Tumble Dryers, UPVC Windows & Doors Supplied Electric Cookers, darkness has an increased matically when it gets don't give burglars the & Fitted | UPVC Repairs / Misted Vacuum Cleaners, Dish Washers risk of being burgled? dark opportunity to spoil Unit Replacement | All Aspects of During winter, proper- • Fit window locks yours Christmas. free local call out Joinery / Painting & Decorating | ties remain in darkness • Fit 5 lever locks If you do see anything Guttering & Fascia Replacement / for much longer periods • Mark your property with unusual, or anyone acting Call Darren Drains Cleared | Lock Replacement which makes them easier your postcode and house suspiciously, call 999 in Domestics Direct Repairs / Gain Entry (lost keys etc) to target, especially if number with a perma- an emergency or alterna- Daytime: 07949 905 581 Mob: 07525 064 587 there are no obvious signs nent marker, UV pen, or tively in a non-emergency Evening: 01388 721 882 Tel: 01740 654 635 there is anyone home. use Smart Water. call 101.
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Windlestone School is The Christmas Fair will hosting its annual Christ- see the return of popular Home Cooking mas Fair on Tuesday 3rd features including a luxury By Nancy Hardy, Ferryhill December, from 4.30pm to hamper raffle, seasonal 6.30pm. refreshments, games, face A spokesperson com- painting, bottle tombola, mented, “This year we are arts and crafts stalls, bric- Whatever happened to the traditional egg and ham pie? focusing our fundraising a-brac and a Santa's Grotto. activities on the Miners’ “We look forward to wel- I know there’s a quiche Welfare Park at Chilton, coming local residents in collaborating with the this years effort to raise But that’s not the same, I reply. "Friends of the Park". We money for The Miners’ are hoping that this year Welfare Park,” continued Pies with their fillings we can raise significant the school representative. funds to help the refurbish- If you are interested in Oh! What a treat ment of the Pavilion.” holding a stall, contact Entrance to the fair is free Carolyn Adams on 01388 Lemon, orange and apple, not forgetting the meat. and all profits raised will 720337 or 07725 691 025 be donated to the ‘Friends or email carolyn.whit- Chocolate cake, lemon cake, Madeira and rice of the Park’. [email protected]. No doubt about it, they all tasted nice. JOHN’S DECORATING ANDREW HEAVISIDE (Time Served) Rock buns and scones with strawberries and cream PAINTING ANYTHING! EPS THEN GIVE ME A RING! I havn’t to eat them For all your painting and All Electrical and Plastering decorating needs. Work carried out in your No job too small home. Clean, Friendly, But I can still dream. Special rates for O.A.P’s Reliable service, customer For a free estimate satisfaction no.1 priority. Friday night, the fire built up high phone John on Ferryhill (01740) 657191 07733 555 330 The oven to be heated to bake all the pies or 0775 983 8076 01740 656 356 No electric cooker, we had an oven range
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Local leagues, competitions and events... Local boxer wins North East Huge win for Under Championship 14s
Local boxer Kieran Cain Ferryhill Town Youth Under Goalsorers were Nile won the North East Boxing 14s played at home to St Rutter (4) Niall Keelty Championship title at the Francis in their most recent (3) Ethan Bibby (2) Alfie weekend, after qualify- match, and won by a land- Willetts (2) Joe Hughf and ing for the final when he slide, 13 - 0. Josh Norman. beat an extremely tough opponent. Kieran went into the ring confident and at the peak Teen bowls for of his fitness, which showed when he beat his opponent England by a unanimous decision. A spokesperson for Deconds Out - Kieran’s club - com- mented, “This is a great result for Kieran, he has been out of the amateur boxing scene for two years, then joined Seconds Out in June this year to re-start his amateur boxing career. “He is an absolute pleasure to coach, he is fully com- mitted to training hard and listens to all the advice he is given by the coaching staff. “Kieran is an inspiration to all the other members who train at Seconds Out, Kieran Cain with his winning medal. especially the younger ones who look up to him “This is also a fantastic Seconds Out Boxing as a great role model. He result for The Seconds Academy is based in The gives 100% in the gym and out Boxing Academy. Hub (Leisure Centre) on dedicates time by coaching This is our first season, Mondays, Wednesday and the junior members, after opening in July this Fridays. Juniors 5.30pm - Noah at the tournament in Dunfermline. passing on his experience year, and we now have a 6.30pm, Seniors 6.30pm champion at the club.” - 7.30pm. and skills. Top-class bowls player Noah the Two's, a bronze in the Cummings was selected to Fours and England won Unlucky Dynamoes go down play for the England Under overall. 18’s International team at “Well done Noah - you did fighting Dunfermline last Saturday. Ferryhill proud again,” said He won a silver medal in a spokesperson.
Ferryhill got off to a bad from Reece Marshall, who the keeper to make it 2-2. start against Sacriston, put through Stephen Ward Ferryhill continued to Celtic’s winning when they conceded a to finish from close range. create opportunities then, sloppy goal early in the Sacriston took the lead in the last minute, a de- streak continues game. This stirred them again before Ferryhill took fensive mistake cost the into action and they full control and created Dynamoes dearly when a started to dominate - but many good opportuni- weak shot was deflected Ferryhill Celtic played never in doubt. without any luck. ties. Scott Maughan beat into his own net by Ryan Bowburn at Mainsforth on The Celtic dominated After the interval, two players and played in Gamsby. Sunday 20th October, and from the start to finish 7-0 Dynamoes pulled one back Ward, who dummied three Final score Sacriston 3 Fer- were looking for their 19th winners, with goals coming through some neat work defenders and slotted past ryhill Dynamoes 2 straight win. The result was from Shane Todd (2), James Fox (2), Lucas Linhart (2), KS Building Services and Marco Linhart (1). Man- LT GROUNDWORKS NE E.S.B Glazing of-the-match went to Neil Patterned Imprinted Concrete Specialists We specialise in all your Bell. For the best price on Painting & Decorating The Celtic play in the league • Driveways • Patios requirements. cup this week at Langley • Timber fencing • Groundworks replacement glass Also all aspects of Joinery includ- ing kitchens, tiling and laminate Park. Kick-off is at 10.30am units, windows & All colours and patterns available flooring. Fencing and Guttering. on Sunay at the King George Free Estimates Driveways from £40 per square meter composite doors playing field. No Job Too Small Phone or e-mail now for your free quotation “Please come and get 44 Years Experience Call - 0787 67 30 641 Contact Dave on behind the Celtic,” said a 01740 651778 e-mail - [email protected] 07753 179 573 07931 801103 spokesperson. Ferryhill based Page 8 Friday 25th October 2013 Issue 647 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter