Published at: Friday 24th February 2017 First Floor, Town Council Offices, Issue 817 Civic Hall Square, , ter DL4 1AH. p Telephone/Fax: 01388 775896 hill a Ferry h Duty journalist: 0790 999 2731 ilt o n C & C h At the heart www.thechapter.org of our wonderful community email: [email protected] Six present cheque Local Area Action to Pilgrimage Trust Partnership meeting

Residents in Ferryhill, these should ideally be Chilton, put in writing and sent in and West can advance. find out how local issues If you would like to are being tackled when register to attend the the local area action part- Board meeting, call 03000 nership holds their next 267210, or email fouraap@ meeting. durham.gov.uk The 4 Together Partnership The 4 Together Partnership Board will be holding their is one of 14 Area Action Board meeting on Wednes- Partnerships set up by day 1st March, between Durham County Council in 6pm and 8pm, at Dean 2009. Bank & Ferryhill Literary Meanwhile, the Partner- Institute, and local people ship is recruiting for board are invited to go along to members within the public observe proceedings. representative category The Chief Executive of and for the Task & Finish Durham County Council, Group. Terry Collins, will be in “These are exciting op- attendance to give a brief portunities for those with update to the Board. We a keen interest in their will also be receiving an local community to join update on Urgent Care a dynamic and proactive Services, as well as an in- board which has success- troduction to a new ‘Beat fully delivered a number of the Street’ initiative for projects throughout the 4 Ferryhill and Chilton, which Together Partnership area, The Ferryhill Six presented a cheque for £500 to Handicapped Children’s Pilgrimage is launching later in March. which includes Ferryhill, Trust volunteer nurse, Theresa Chaplin (third from right). People can raise any local Chilton, Bishop Middleham neighbourhood or policing and West Cornforth, since The Ferryhill Six were de- Chaplin with a cheque for Theresa is a volunteer issues that they would lighted to present Theresa £500 recently. nurse with the Handi- like the Board to address, Continued on page 3 capped Children’s Pilgrim- age Trust working with TERRY STEPHENSON & SONS Group 25, which covers - UNDERTAKERS - Ferryhill and Chilton. A spokesperson for the Established 1845 Six said: “This fantastic Ferryhill Town Council COMPLETE FUNERAL SERVICE ARRANGED & charity takes over 1,000 PERSONALLY DIRECTED BY TERRY. disabled and disadvan- Two Seasonal Gardener/Park Attendants Golden Charter Funeral Plans taged children from around £15,807 (Pro Rata) SCP11 PRIVATE CHAPEL OF REST. the UK and further afield 37 hours per week on an Easter pilgrimage Both positions are due to commence on 3 April 2017 and will 1B DUNNING ROAD, FERRYHILL. holiday to Lourdes in the terminate on 29 September 2017. south of France. Tel: 651350 Duties will include: Mobile: 0777 4704739 “Their week is filled with fun activities and outings 1. The general maintenance of parks, open spaces to and each group is fully include cutting, hedge trimming, planting and pruning. staffed by volunteer nurses 2. Setting out and marking of sports areas. 3. Security of Park including opening and and doctors. locking of gates. “We are delighted to 4. The safe use of powered hand tools and light plant. A Funeralcare support this little known driving licence is preferable but not essential. charity and hope they all Providing a caring personal service available have a fantastic time next An application pack can be obtained from Ferryhill Town Council, month.” Town Hall, Ferryhill, Co Durham, DL17 8JL. Tel: 01740 652157 or email 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. HCPT, founded in 1956, is enquiries @ferryhill.gov.uk, or via the website at www.ferryhill.gov.uk Pre-paid Funeral Plans - Memorial Masonry - Floral Tributes a charity with its roots in The closing date for the receipt of applications is 4pm on 10th March 2017. the Catholic faith. Their Ferryhill Town Council is committed to Equality of Opportunity and Ferryhill Funeralcare services are open to all. actively welcomes applications from all sections of the community Dean House, 8-10 Parker Terrace, DL17 8JY Volunteers and beneficiar- 01740 651 329 ies of the charity come from all walks of life and www.coop.co.uk/funeralcare from all faiths and none. Fully archived online at thechapter.org email us at: [email protected] Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Issue 817 Friday 24th February 2017 Page 1 pter yhill a Ferr h ilt o n C Classifieds & C h All about local people ...

In Memoriam In Memoriam In Memoriam Birthday Memories Birthdays

Hilda Pirt Barry Jones Rhys Wayman Hannah Ball 28.02.2010 25.02.2016 (Wayzy) 24.2.96 27th February Another year passes, the Dad, our hearts were memories remain broken a year ago today On what would have been And though we loved you your 20th Birthday so we knew you had to go, A loving heart stopped beating, Always in our hearts, A loving Father gone, John and family So I’m saving my love and kisses until we meet again Miss you loads Son, Dad & Kira xxx In memory of absent friends Love and miss you always, Rhys Wayman Happy 21st Hannah Barry Jones Jackie & Anthony 27th February 2017 25.02.2016 Gone but never forgotten Happy 20th Birthday 21! A year today you were My thoughts are with you Love you, taken away, Barry Jones on this special day Love and miss you every day 29.6.37 - 25.2.16 Mam & Sky It’s hard to believe that 1 year has gone since we lost you Dad. Your loving Wife, It feels like a lifetime since Dad/Grandad Love and miss you every day, Norah I saw you, spoke with you, (Jimmy) Love Grandma laughed with you. 29 July 1947 - xxx You will live in my heart 28 February 2007 Brian Shepherd forever Dad. We lost a Father with a heart 20.2.17 Barry Jones We will always love you and miss you forever. of Gold, 29.6.37 - 25.2.16 How much we miss him can Our amazing Granda never be told, He shared our troubles and helped us along, Jean Rothwell If we follow in his footsteps February 21st We will never go wrong Janice & Gavin x Happy Birthday ‘my friend’ Miss you every day Forever in our hearts, Vicky, Victor & William xxx Love, Margaret Happy 80th Birthday Dad Jimmy Heal xx 28th February 2007 We will always remember 80! You left us 10 years ago on that special smile, that All our love, caring heart and those that day, Birthday Memories We wish you were here still Birthdays Carole, Francis & Matthew amazing memories you xxx left us with us today Rhys Wayman Hannah Ball 27.2.17 Brian Shepherd 20.2.17 We’ll keep you in our heart We love and miss you until we meet again. always, Love you always, xx Melissa, Gary, Marc, Demi, Paulie, Jen, Charlotte, Eden, Jenson, Quin, Oscar & Thea

Barry Jones Lilly Gargett 25.02.2016 23.2.2007 Lots of love to our beautiful Our loving Granda, Always in our hearts Happy 20th Birthday A million times we’ve Missing you like crazy Grandaughter on her 21st Birthday needed you Happy 80th Birthday Dad A million times we’ve cried, If love alone could have saved you Love from Marie, Stephen, Sending you all our 80! You never would have gone Julie, Mick & family love and kisses, From Nana & Grandad Lots of love, xxx Mam & Kira Pearl, Stephen, Kyle, Alex, Caitlan & your beautiful great grand-daughter Love and miss you, Sophia Lily-Mae Ross, Jordana and Shaunna xxx Page 2 Friday 24th February 2017 Issue 817 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter back on the Classifieds market for £850,000 All about local people ... Windlestone Hall, the birthplace and home of former Conservative Prime Birthdays Birthdays Minister, Anthony Eden, is once more up for sale at John Spence Josh Armstrong the “competitive” price of 26.2.57 £850,000. The hall was contro- versially sold in 2012 by Durham County Council to convicted fraudster, William Davenport for just £241,000. Davenport had passed himself off as a wealthy American businessman in order to convince Barclays Bank to finance his purchase. Happy 13th Josh Happy 60th Birthday John Two years later, Daven- port attempted to sell The controversial sale of Windlestone Hall by Durham the 30-bedroom grade II County Council ended disastrously when its buyer was listed mansion, 25 acres of 60! convicted of fraud and jailed for six years. Love you always, Lots of love, grounds, courtyard, clock From Sharron Grandma & Daisy tower and cottages for Now, although it is still in authority and has been xx £2.5m need of significant work, described by estate agents He was later jailed for six the Hall is back on the Reeds Rains as a “sub- years for mortgage fraud market at more than three stantial country house” John Spence Services and the property was re- times the original valua- which features “grand and Happy 60th Birthday Dad possessed by Barclays. tion put on it by the local spacious accommodation”. Love Jonathan & Kayleigh Discuss any of the stories or articles from The Chapter at The North East Forum www.neforum2.co.uk/smf AAP recruiting public Happy Birthday Granda representatives I love you to the moon and back MOVING A THING? From £14. Call Phil. Imogen Grace Phone 01325 321084 From page 1 look forward to hearing any future project appli- or 07790 509925 from you,” continued the cants will need to meet the formation of the Part- spokesperson. when applying for Area nership in June 2009,” said “Recruitment and short- Budget 2017-18.” To advertise in The Chapter a spokesperson. listing for positions will The top three priority areas “The board member role begin in February with as voted for by the public and its sister papers: itself is not onerous in interviews taking place for 2017-18 are: Children, terms of time commit- during March and April. Young People & Families, T: (01388) 775 896 ments. “The Task and Finish Group which includes tackling “There is a requirement meetings are usually held anything which can support E: [email protected] to attend a board meeting fortnightly, over a period children, young people every two months, and of months-and we ensure and their families to live a preferably to have input to that they are focused on happier and healthier life; at least one Task & Finish the task in hand, and as Health & Wellbeing, which THE WORX Group, who take a lead in close to an hour in length includes tackling anything HAIR - BEAUTY - TANNING addressing local priorities. whenever possible. that would improve resi- 5 Cobblers Hall, . (01325) 308860 “The role is about sharing “We rely on the knowledge dents’ health and happi- 9 Main Street, Ferryhill. (01740) 652006 your valuable local knowl- and expertise of local ness; Older People, includ- edge and being passionate people, key service provid- ing tackling anything that about your community ers and professionals who would help older residents – helping to make a differ- take part in our Task & live a happier and healthy ence in our area.” Finish Group to shape the life. Older residents are If you would like more future of potential project defined as 50yrs+ by Age information about the role call out. UK. of a public representative, “Over a period of a few In addition, there is a or would like to receive months - the task group Capital Grants Pot - for the full application pack, will consider the priorities capital items only - under contact a member of the 4 as chosen by the public, the three main priority Together Partnership team explore issues further areas. on 03000 267210 or email against existing or planned All four pots are allocated [email protected]. provision (using informa- budgets of £25,000. Nail Extensions with polish £24 Once completed appli- tion from partners and For more information Nail Extensions with Gelish £29 cations are received, a public), and identify poten- contact the 4 Together Gelish £15 member of the AAP team tial actions that may help Partnership on the phone Gelish fingers & toes £28 will be in touch to outline address the issues. number and email address Tidy & polish £10 the next steps. “Task and finish group above, or visit their office Express manicure £15 “This is your opportu- members play a vital role at 3-5 Haig Terrace, Dean Pedicure with foot massage £25 nity to become directly in devising the aims and Bank, Ferryhill, DL17 8NR The Worx Hair Beauty Tanning Theworxhairbeautytanning Worxhairbeauty involved in what’s going on objectives and the criteria or their web page at www. in your local area and we for board agreement, that durham.gov.uk/aap. Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Issue 817 Friday 24th February 2017 Page 3 Beetle drive Primary pupils help Children’s

Ferryhill Methodist Church 7.30pm. Admission is just Commissioner for is holding a Beetle Drive £3 which includes supper. on Tuesday 7th March from All are welcome. Keeping fit without leaving the armchair

On Wednesday 1st February Craft by Ann Thompson. members and guests of A spokesperson for the WI Ferryhill Village Women’s said, “Could I just invite Institute were instructed in anyone who would like to armchair exercises by Ann know more about what Crosby. we do at the Women’s In- The night went down very stitute to come along and well and everyone enjoyed see for yourselves, you will being shown how you can be made very welcome by keep fit without leaving everyone. Whether you are your armchair. young, old or middle aged Chilton Primary School pupils proudly show their certificates from the Children’s Com- The exercises mean that the Women’s Institute has missioner for England. anyone, whatever their something for everyone. Children from primary These include how they the children have played, capabilities, can keep fit “We meet in the Com- schools in Ferryhill and get help with mental Glenys Newby from and keep their bodies trim munity Centre, Ferryhill, Chilton have again been health, what happens to Approach Too said: “This without over doing it. on the first Wednesday of helping the Children’s child refugees coming to is a great opportunity for The next meeting will be every month at 6.30pm. Commissioner for England, England and how to make children in Ferryhill and held on Wednesday 1st “Please come along and give this time to plan her work the internet work better Chilton to be involved in March at 6.30pm in the us a try. You never know you for next year. for young people. national decision making. Community Centre, Fer- could get as hooked on the Anne Longfield’s job is to Working with Approach “Their work has been ryhill, when there will be Women’s Institute as all of listen to and speak up for Too, the youngsters have passed on to the office in a demonstration on Sugar our other members.” young people in England. been busy giving their London and they are now Over the last year, she has views on what they think excited for the next step, worked on many things is important for the Chil- to see how their views Do you that children have said are dren’s Commissioner to do. will influence the Commis- have important to them. Highlighting the vital role sioner’s work.” leaflets This week in History for your 22 February 1997 23 February 1898 24 February 1854 In Roslin, Midlothian, Émile Zola is imprisoned A Penny Red with per- Scottish scientists in France after writing forations was the first business? announce that an adult “J’accuse”, a letter perforated postage stamp sheep named Dolly has accusing the French gov- to be officially issued for been successfully cloned. ernment of antisemitism distribution. The Chapter is and wrongfully imprison- delivered to ing Captain Alfred Dreyfus. around 25 February 1932 26 February 1993 27 February 1951 Adolf Hitler obtains World Trade Center The Twenty-second 8,000 German citizenship by bombing: In New York Amendment to the United naturalization, which City, a truck bomb parked States Constitution, homes allows him to run in the below the North Tower of limiting Presidents to two 1932 election for Reich- the World Trade Center terms, is ratified. spräsident. explodes, killing six and Leaflets distributed injuring over a thousand. from just 2p each. Call ELECTRICIAN www.armstrong-electrics.co.uk No 1 LOCAL APPLIANCE (01388) 775 896 Do you find it difficult to get someone to come out REPAIR CENTRE to arrange distribution and do a small job? ◊ Fault Finding / Repairs ◊ Extra Lights and Sockets Specialists in Laundry, Refrigeration, ◊ New Fuse Boards Cooking, Dishwashing & Vacuums Heating & FERRYHILL ◊ Rewires ◊ P. A.T Testing Plumbing Services ROOFING ◊ Landlord Inspections Highly qualified Engineers to Gas Safe Registered ◊ Qualified Electrician CONTRACTORS LTD ◊ Fully Insured your door FREE OF CHARGE Boiler Servicing For all aspects of roofing ◊ Reliable Service Repairs - New roofs - roof repairs - ◊ Satisfaction Guaranteed Tel: 01388 777353 / 01388 778556 Upgrades slating - felt roofs etc. I WILL ASSURE YOU OF A QUICK All Plumbing & Gas Work RESPONSE AND A REASONABLY A&R ELECTRICS GROUP Free Quotes Contact Trevor Elsdon on PRICED SERVICE Phone Paul on 01388 420152, or Call Gary on: 07967 679 998 01740 474050 Ferryhill Based 0788 788 6558 Page 4 Friday 24th February 2017 Issue 817 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Carers urged to compile useful History society info for vulnerable adults The next meeting of Fer- My Durham, Sid Chaplin’s ryhill History Society will view of Durham. take place on Wednesday He will be telling some 22nd February at 7.30pm of the stories relating to in the Eldon Arms, Ferry- Ferryhill, composed by hill Station. his father whilst living The speaker will be Michael in Gladstone Terrace, Chaplin, the noted author together with his own and son of Sid Chaplin, recollections of Ferryhill with a talk entitled Hame in the 1950s.

pter yhill a Ferr h hilt o n C & C Post or hand this form into: is hoping to make local people aware of their newly launched 3-4 First Floor Offices, Town Council Building, initiative aimed at safeguarding vulnerable adults who are at risk of going missing. Civic Hall Square, Shildon, DL4 1AH. Are you the family, friend contact you to discuss the can be accessed quickly if Please note: All prices include VAT at standard rate of 20% or carer for a vulnerable process suggesting steps to needed. Support can also adult who you feel is at prevent particularly vul- be offered from partner CLASSIFIED FORM: high risk of going missing? nerable people from going agencies and charities in The police have a newly missing, as well as contin- relation to the individual’s OCCASION: (Please tick) launched initiative to aid in gencies for a swift response safety and wellbeing. Birthday Obituary the response and recovery should the individual fail to It’s key to note, if you do of those individuals. return. discover that a person has Anniversary For Sale The Herbert Protocol is The pre planning aspect is gone missing, contact the a newly launched ini- essential in order to this police immediately on 101 Birth To Let tiative between police and scheme to work effectively. or 999, whichever is ap- Congratulations Services partners to help with the Friends, family and carers propriate. When a person is safeguarding and recovery of high risk, vulnerable found, they will be visited Appreciations Other (state): of vulnerable adults who adults can make a referral. to check their welfare, and are at risk of going missing. When police make contact, advice and support will be Memoriam ...... Carers, family members a standardised form will be offered to reduce the risk Number of separate messages:...... and friends can complete issued to be filled in. This of this happening again. in advance, a form re- form is to be handed in to If you would like more in- Message(s): Please write in clear BLOCK CAPITALS and continue on a cording all vital details. In the police if a person goes formation on the Herbert separate piece of paper if necessary the event of your family missing. This allows them protocol, get in touch with member or friend going to have the correct infor- local police on 101, or email ...... missing, the form can be mation quickly and includes Herbertprotocol@durham...... easily sent or handed to things like hobbies, bus pnn.police.uk. the police to reduce the routes, weekly events and Similarly, if you would ...... time taken in gathering this local shops that they are like to make a referral, ...... information. likely to frequent. utilise the above contact The protocol itself will Carers, friends and families methods...... be running throughout will be encouraged to keep The Herbert Protocol initia- ...... and Dar- a recent photograph, along tive is named after George lington. When you sign with an up to date list of Herbert, a War veteran of Total number of words = ...... up to the process via the medication, as well as any the Normandy landings, Amount x 0.42p, (includes VAT): ...... email referral, officers will specific information which who lived with dementia. Photograph included? (£7.20) Yes No Keith McLean Valley Andrew’s Roofing (if yes, please include a stamped addressed envelope if you would like your picture returning) Joiner and Builder The complete roofing service Wrought Iron New Roofs - Flat Roofs - Repairs Total (inc. photo): ...... Loft and Garage Conversions, High Quality Gates Slating & Tiling - Felting Name: ...... Fitted Kitchens, Roofing, All Garden Fences - Wall Railings and Pointing types of Building Work. - Free Estimates & Address: ...... Competitive Rates Advice on any project UPVC, Gutters, Fascias, Soffits ...... 30 years experience - Experienced Tradesmen & Flat Roofing Specialist - Friendly Reliable Fast Advice Free Estimates Contact number: ...... 01740 651629 Tel Stephen on: 07976554046 Email: [email protected] Tel 01388 605489 0771 875 4249 www.valleywroughtiron.co.uk 07986 217936

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Endeavour Woodcrafts, the day care service which provides training in woodwork in a real manu- facturing environment for adults with additional needs, last week celebrat- ed 25 years serving the people of Ferryhill. The Community Interest Company was joined by Ferryhill Mayor, Cllr Peter Atkinson and local county councillor and ex-mayor, Cllr Pauline Crathorne for their celebrations. A spokesperson said: “We had a wonderful party to celebrate 25 years in the commmunity”. Endeavour has vacancies throughout the week for adults with learning dis- abilities and mental health issues. Anyone interested in attending should contact There was a big turnout at Endeavour Woodcrafts, located in the Old Fire Station building in Ferryhill, to celebrate the Louise on 01740 657676. organisation’s 25th anniversary serving the community. Talking Jesus family Reiki proving very popular service at St Luke’s Local Reiki Master and easier to put into practice, have changed my life in so world renowned trainer, but like many things in life many positive ways”. As part of the Talking Jesus Trust which supports Chris- Phillip Hawkins is in the the results you can achieve Both the level 1 and 2 weekend, St Luke’s Church, tian musicians and artists middle of delivering a are in relation to the time courses are for 10 weeks Ferryhill, will be holding a who use their skills to take level 1 ten-week course at and effort you are willing between 6pm and 8pm and Family Service on Sunday the news of Jesus into Chilton Community College to invest in your health and cost participants only £15 March 5th in the Parish schools, churches and com- to 16 learners. wellbeing. per course. Centre. munity groups in Bradford The learners are enjoying Simply ask yourself: are The learner will receive all The interactive service will and beyond. it so much they have you worth it and do you of the training materials start at 9.30am and will be A spokesperson for the already signed up to take value yourself enough to they require to complete led by Rev. Gary Norman church said: “John uses a the level 2 course, which invest in your own health the course in addition to with an invited preacher, guitar and songs to deliver starts on Thursday 6th and happiness? online tutor support in Mr John Froud. his message. April at 6pm. Phillip, who began his order to help them achieve Mr Froud is a talented “We hope to see lots of As there were over 25 teaching career at the their certificate of training singer songwriter from new faces to enjoy this people interested in the college during 1999 and on completion. West who, in joyous service of celebra- first session, with the 2000 adds: “Healing of There is also potential 1994, set up the Zephaniah tion”. night and time being dif- any description is impos- to continue on to further ficult for some, Phillip and sible without knowledge levels and in turn gain a the college have decided and understanding and teacher’s certificate. Celebrate pancake to hold another level 1 our personal development Anyone interested in course, but on a Tuesday begins when we come to taking part in either level day at St Aidan’s evenings from 6pm till 8pm understand that the life should contact the college commencing on 4th April. choices we make on a daily on 01388 720911 (Monday, St Aidan’s Church, Chilton, the fun for all,” said a Reiki is an ancient disci- basis impact on our health Tuesday, Thursday or will be celebrating Shrove spokesperson. pline that is relevant to the and wellbeing”. Friday between 5.30pm Tuesday on February Tickets for the evening are pressures of modern day Phillip is volunteering his and 8pm) or at chilton- 28th from 7pm with their £4, and can be obtained living and proven to have services for this Level [email protected] Wonderful Pancakes & an from the church’s social a real and positive effect 1 course saying: “The before Friday 17th March. Interesting Quiz. members or by calling on tension, stress and College was my starting For more information “Why not come and join 01388 721174 or 720511. anxiety, lack of confidence point for my voyage into about Reiki visit Phillip’s and low self esteem. the wonderful world of face book page Phillip It is easy to learn and even Reiki and education, which Hawkins Reiki. facebook.com/ Software & HardwareSupport BC Plastering ferryhillandchiltonchapter Networking & WirelessSetup NC PLUMBING All aspects of plastering VirusRemoval SERVICES SoftwareDevelopment undertaken All plumbing requirements undertaken MEIKLES SOLICITORS From a drip to a full bathroom refit. 8 North Street, Market Place, Ferryhill Re skims - Patching Telephone : 01740 652811 Artex Cover - Insurance Complete Bathroom specialist, Work - Damp Proofing Full tiling and wall cladding service, Email : ferryhillreception@ Edgoose- Full Power Flush Service. meikles-solicitors.co.uk Clubley Call for FREE no Central heating problems repaired. obligation quote FOR ALL LEGAL MATTERS No job too small Accident and Injury Claims – Employment Computer 20 years experience Out of hours call available House Sales & Purchases – Wills and Probate Services 01740 654073 Call Neil on: Child Care Cases – Matrimonial – Crime 01740 622420 07533 277480 M: 07882 233 219 Established over 75 years www.edgoose.co.uk [email protected] Tel: 01740 656166 Page 6 Friday 24th February 2017 Issue 817 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Reaching Out Across Durham Residents’ aims to make a difference Association meeting

The needs of many people The next meeting of 7pm at The Pavilion, aged 25 and over in County Chilton Residents’ Associa- Miners Welfare Recreation Durham are still to be met, tion will be held on Tuesday Ground, Chilton. All are and by working closely with 28th February 2017 at welcome to attend. these individuals, Reaching Out Across Durham (ROAD) aims to provide a positive Chilton Primary play experience, with a full and personalised package area closed of support in a way which overcomes barriers and challenges perceptions. Due to works at Chilton Therefore the park will be A partnership of twelve Primary School car park, closed from Thursday 16th voluntary and community members of the Town February - 20th March. Any organisations, hosted by Council have decided to queries or concerns please Groundwork NE & Cumbria, close the play area for the contact Chilton Town ROAD wants to make a real duration of the works. Council on 01388 721788. difference to the lives of 625 people who aren’t currently in any form of employment and unable to access current provision. Poetry Corner A Building Better Opportu- nities Programme, ROAD is funded by the Big Lottery My mate Colin Fund and the European Social Fund until July 2019. By Vince Elsbury, ex-Chilton A spokesperson for the project said: “Participants Colin my mate, through and through will receive tailored, 1-to-1 support from our partners A Chilton lad and specialists who, via ROAD, will compliment Reaching Out Across Durham is an employability pro- Always doing good things, never bad, and add value to existing gramme seeking to make a difference to the lives of 625 services by working with people aged 25 years and over across County Durham. Many years service in the St John’s Brigade the long-term unemployed cally relevant and timely, progress by promoting their and economically inactive Working with staff including Walter Wade. who need support the and provide supported stories, involving them in most. volunteering linked to em- the design of activity and Tending jockeys fallen from horses “We will engage with those ployment opportunities by enabling them to be peer who have chaotic life- working with employers mentors to demonstrate styles, face deep-rooted and offering employment real life experiences”. All over North East race courses. obstacles, have continuing training to individuals with For more information, health issues and focus on multiple barriers. email road@groundwork. When working in pit or steel works the hardest to reach. “We wish to celebrate the org.uk or call 01207 524 “Where applicable, we achievement of those who 833. Always busy, never shirks. will refer participants to the range of excellent pro- Need to check council My mate the doc when reading this grammes already delivered decisions, boundaries and rights of way, or obtain copies in County Durham or, if May get a shock. specific gaps are identified, of baptisms or marriage in provide bespoke delivery church certificates? around the themes of Want to trace your family history or find out what life was health and wellbeing and like in your home town? FERRYHILL CATHOLIC CLUB financial and digital inclu- Then contact Durham County Tel: 01740 652697 sion. Council’s Archives Service on: “With consideration to Saturday 25th February Durham’s local labour 03000 267 619 markets, we will focus on [email protected] Phil Sansom employability advice and www.durhamrecordoffice.org.uk skills that are geographi- Pop & Rock Classics. Cover Charge £1 S CRABTREE Admission For Members and Bona Fide Guests. BLINDS FACTORY SHOP Digital Aerials Fitted www.siestablinds.com Digi Aerials, DAB Pro-Sport Elite J. D GAS MEASURE & FITTING Sky, Freesat FREE One-to-one Personal SERVICES buy direct from the £££’s No Hidden Charges. Training, Boxing Coaching, BOILER FREE No Extra For Cable Used. Nutrition Advice, Sleep INSTALLATIONS, factory and save Improvement, Weight Loss I Will Beat Any Goals, Health & Wellbeing SERVICE & REPAIR HOME SELECTION SERVICE Written Quote, Plus Gas Safe Registered FREE TASTER SESSION & Phone the North East’s original master blind maker All plumbing & gas Network Your House CONSULTATION AVAILABLE work carried out Siesta Blinds on 01740 623333 & Tune In Sean Bent Siesta House, Whinfield Drive, Newton Aycliffe DL5 6AU Ferryhill based 07817 437807 Tel: 07826527952 Ask about our next day fitting on vertical blinds 0797 997 1541 [email protected] 01388 720009 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Issue 817 Friday 24th February 2017 Page 7 pter yhill a Ferr h ilt o n C Sport & C h Local leagues, competitions and events... Ferryhill ladies bow out at Celtic back to Semi-finals stage winning ways

Ferryhill Celtic were de- Immediately from the termined to put cup defeat kick off, a Liam Pearson behind them when they volley put Celtic 2-0 up played host to to complete the first half Red Lion in the league on scoring. Sunday 19th February. A Red Lion own goal five Within ten minutes of the minutes into the second kick off, the task was made half added to the visitors’ easier for Celtic when misery and on 55 minutes, Coxhoe were reduced to after a scramble in the box, ten men. Peter Robson converted to A two footed challenge on make it 4-0. Anthony Phillipson, who With 15 minutes remaining, survived to give a man of Robson’s second completed the match performance, the scoring to consolidate saw the Coxhoe player Celtic’s second place in the receive his marching league. orders. Next up for Celtic is a trip to Five minutes later, Celtic Newton Aycliffe on Sunday took advantage of the 26th to play the Huntsman extra man when a Jay in the quarter finals of the White corner was headed Heart Foundation Cup. Kick home by Luke Thompson. off is at 10:30am. Under 9s entertain

Ferryhill Under 9s played The second game was a host to Wolsingham at the different story with goals Rec on a beautiful morning flying in at both ends. for football last Sunday, The emphasis was on 19th February. passing for Ferryhill and Some of the Ferryhill Ladies bowlers who reached the semi-finals of the national Mason The first half was evenly that they did as they raced Trophy competition. Back row (left to right): R Murray, M Richardson, S Maughan, J contested with chances at into an early two goal lead. both ends and some superb More goals flew in and the Tolley. Front row : S Heath, B Yorke and J Harker. defending and saves which half ended 4-1 in the home Ferryhilll’s Inter Club pro- They were however unable League but with both facing led to a goalless first half. team’s favour. gramme is drawing to a to reduce the early deficit tough opposition there was The second half was much Wolsingham started the close, but there were still and in the end lost by to be no happy outcome. the same, but it was second half brightly and a number of important twelve shots. The “A” rink took an early Wolsingham who opened pulled a goal back early games to play and none Ferryhill’s away rink of R lead against last year’s the scoring when the on. They would have more so than the ladies’ Airey, J Tolley, B Yorke and runners up “B” ball dropped kindly to a scored more if it wasn’t involvement in the Mason S Heath looked capable of but were unable to keep up forward who slotted home for some good goalkeeping Trophy regional semi final, a match-winning perfor- the momentum and fell to a for the lead. from Kole and defending where the club sent a rink mance as they raced into thirteen shot defeat. There were more chances by Addison and Aaron. of four to York whilst a an eight shot lead after It was worse for the “B” at both ends but only one Wolsingham kept on home rink tried to defeat a only eight ends. rink as they were never was put away, again by piling forward and were strong York side. From here on however in touch and lost out by Wolsingham to ensure a rewarded with a 3rd Things were going well for things went downhill as twenty two shots to last 0-2 final score, despite followed by an equaliser Ferryhill, only two shots the ladies managed only year’s winners, Stanley “A”. the Ferryhill players’ best for a final score of 4-4 in behind after ten of the four shots from the next Final scores: Ferryhill “A” efforts. an entertaining game. scheduled eighteen ends nine ends against the home 11-24 Darlington “B”; Fer- - the away rink was five side’s eighteen, effec- ryhill “B” 11-33 Stanley “A”. shots ahead and the home tively ending any hopes of rink behind by seven. a victory. North East The home rink of J Harker, The end result was a Maintenance Solutions M Richardson, Y Cook and nineteen shot aggregate S Maughan were always defeat which ended their All housing maintenance issues resolved. Brickwork under pressure due to some very creditable run in this and dampness specialist. No terrific bowling from the national competition. job too small. OAP rates. visitors. Final score: S Heath 17-26 C But after a shaky start, Instone; S Maughan 9-19 L 40 Years Experience they stuck to the task and Harrison. email: matched the York rink for Last week both Ferryhill [email protected] most of the remainder of “A” and “B” squads were 07759 247 722 the game. in action in the Premier 01740 656 659 Page 8 Friday 24th February 2017 Issue 817 Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter