Issue No 960 At the heart of our wonderful community Friday 6th March 2020

FUN4ALL 2020 NEEDS YOU

FUN4ALL NEEDS you, to come and get involved in this year’s Fun4All Part- nership Event 2020, tak- ing place on Saturday 1st August between 11am and 3pm at Hackworth Park, . A spokesperson for Shil- don Town Council said: "This event showcases local groups and services, as well as providing fun and exciting opportuni- ties for the whole family to get involved with.

“...fun and exciting The RAF Stirling Bomber, similar to the one pictured, came down west of Spout Lane killing all seven crew members. opportunities for the whole 1944 BOMBER BENEFIT FOR MEMORIAL family to get involved with." TO CRASHED WWII AIRCRAFT A PERMANENT memorial ford; Wireless Operations Society explained that a one ran onto the streets. in remembrance of the Sergeant Fred Bates, 21, modest plaque referring "In the distance there "We will again be host- crew of an RAF Stirling of Blackpool; Air Gunner to the crash had once was a black pall of smoke ing the Big Purple Play Bomber which crashed Sergeant Thomas Parr been placed on a bench and the windows were Bus, along with old on the outskirts of Shil- from Droylsden and Air in the town to remember still shaking. No-one favourites Just Climb, don is to be erected. Gunner Sergeant Walter the crew, but this had knew what it was. I saw Farmyard Flyer and Foun- The aircraft, which set Lawton of Liverpool. since been removed. the wreckage and it was dation of Light, and we out on a training flight The ailing aircraft had An initial suggestion for still smouldering. It was a have also attracted some from RAF Wigsley in Lin- come from the direction a replacement memorial horrific sight for me as a new visitors to the event, colnshire on 31st May of Bradbury, over Leas- was raised in 2013 by four year old.” so come along and see 1944, had a crew of seven: ingthorne and Old Eldon, Craig Allison, who had Mr Ellwood has contin- what’s new." Pilot Officer Stanley Wil- then low over the four lived with his grandpar- ued to be resolute that If your group, club, son, 27 of Newcastle; lane ends before finally ents on All Saint’s Road a new memorial should service or organisation Flight Engineer Sgt Don- crashing west of Spout in Shildon during the war be erected, and with the would like to be part of ald Curtis, 23 from Ebbw Lane behind West Thick- and who remembered 75th anniversary of VE the family event, contact Vale; Navigator, Sergeant ley Farm. All seven air- the event. He said at the Day taking place later this Shildon Town Council on Nathaniel Crawford, 30, men were killed. time: “As we were sitting year, believes that now 01388 772563 or email from Larne; Bomb Aimer Allan Ellwood of the down for tea there was an [email protected] John Brooks from Sal- Shildon History Recall almighty bang and every- CONTINUED ON PAGE 2

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Published by South West Durham News Classifieds 3-4 First Floor Offices All about local people ... Shildon Town Council Civic Hall Square Shildon DL4 1AH In Memoriam In Memoriam Editorial: 01388 775896 Lawrence Mallen Graham Butcher Advertising: 06.03.17 5.3.19 07909 992731 My lips cannot speak how I One year ago Email: miss you, my heart cannot since you left us tell what to say, [email protected] I only know how much I Online: miss you in our home that is lonesome today www.swd.news/crier Always loved and You can read our remembered, sister papers online: From Ian, Lynn, Terry & Kayleigh Loved always, xxx Kath xx

www.swd.news/chapter Birthday Memories Lawrence Mallen SPENNYMOOR Missed and remembered Linda Ward NEWS every day 'The definitive vintage singer' Cherie Lawrence will perform 9.3.57 at a 1940s themed event planned to raise funds for a www.swd.news/spenny permanent memorial to the seven crew members who perished in the crash.

Dad & Grandad xx 1944 BOMBER BENEFIT www.swd.news/bishop All my love, Tim FROM PAGE 1 ing if we could help fulfil xxxx this wish for the Recall SEND US YOUR STORIES Lawrence Mallen (Lol) would be the ideal time. History Society, for the Dave Reynolds, of the If you have a story you 12.7.50 - 06.03.17 town and perhaps even Shildon Heritage Alliance would like us to cover, we Forever in our hearts and for the descendants of Acknowledgements CIC, who run the Save Our would love to hear from you. minds, our much-loved those seven airmen.” brother We are especially Stute campaign, said: To raise funds for the interested in good Patrick Clarkson “To support this type of project a 1940s Extrava- news, be it personal 6.2.20 request is exactly in the ganza, will take place on achievements, local Gillian and Stephen would spirit of what we set out Saturday 4th of April at fundraising, community Tony, Pat, Marg, Kevin, like to thank all friends and to do. the Railway Institute. service or any other Marie & families neighbours for the lovely "On an individual level Organisers will be aim- positive stories. Call us x cards and flowers sent on the this isn’t a wealthy town ing to recreate the sights, on 01388 775896 or sad death of Patrick. He will and there are few pro- be greatly missed. Thank you sounds and atmosphere email [email protected] spective benefactors that to Carol, Tommy and Kathy of the 1940s with the help for all their help and care. could fund something of talented vintage singer, DISCLAIMER Dot Younghusband Also thank you to Gibsons, like this themselves. Cherie Lawrence, whose "However, when we Shildon & District Town 9th March 2018 medics and Vicar for their repertoire includes many Crier cannot be I miss you every minute of help and care. come together as a com- of the best songs and held responsible for every day Dottie Thank you all once again. munity, we can make dance numbers from advertisers offering great things happen. across the whole decade. goods or services. "It would be really pleas- There will also be a set As a general rule we would by the local vocal quartet advise anyone not to Quartz, whose fantastic part with any money Always in my heart, Wharton Acknowledgements Love Keith harmony work is reminis- until an order has been The family of the late Harry completed to your Lesley & Norman cent of the era. Wharton wish to express The hall will be adorned full satisfaction. their sincere thanks to Pocklington All information is correct, all relatives, friends and in patriotic decorations to the best of our Shirley Robertson neighbours for their and there will be an addi- knowledge, at the time of 2nd March 2018 kindness and sympathy tional opportunity for printing. shown to them during their everyone to enter into Shildon & District Town Always in our hearts and recent bereavement. Also the spirit, taking part in a Crier accepts articles in thoughts for the cards of condolence good faith and takes and the donations left for the sing-along. no responsibility for Alzheimer’s Society. Many And though not manda- errors and/or omissions. thanks go to the doctors tory, those attending are and staff at Auckland Park welcome to add to the Love from Ted Hospital. Special thanks go atmosphere by dressing and all the family out to June and Ronnie for Support your local their support. Also thanks go in 1940s style. community newspaper to Revd. Linda Dodds for a Tickets cost just £7 and In celebration of our 20 by mentioning the Classifieds comforting service and to Ian are on sale at the Insti- and all the staff at Gibsons years together on 14th Shildon Town Crier February 2020 at St John’s tute or can be bought Classifieds cost 42p per word + for all their help. electronically by emailing when contacting £7.20 for an optional photograph. Church. Special thanks to all at St John’s for their sales@shildonrailway. advertisers. For more information call 01388 775896 or email [email protected]. buffet on 16th February. institute.

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MENTAL HEALTH DROP-IN FOR YOUNG PEOPLE REGISTERED CHARITY The Sanctuary, at 4 Main Street is holding a monthly mental health drop-in ser- vice for young people, which is free to access for anyone aged under 21. No appointment is nec- essary. If you or a young person you know is strug- gling with emotions and feelings, simply call in for a chat with one of the qualified and insured ther- apists. Danielle the Happy Medium delivers spirit messages to members of the audience. The first drop-in will take place on Saturday 21st March between 11am and STUTE ENJOYS A HAPPY MEDIUM 2pm. A WINNING mix of Medi- and lots of humour, with at the Stute!” cause. Thank you for hav- umship - with plenty of many spirit messages Danielle, who will shortly ing me!” SALVATION laughter - was enjoyed by being brought forward with jet off to take her Medium- Just a few of the upcom- a sellout crowd at Shildon jaw dropping, very specific ship abroad for the rest of ing events at The Stute for ARMY JUMBLE Railway Institute last week, evidence. One family were the year, commented: “I March include a Back to SALE when they attended an asked to check on some- really enjoyed my first time the 80s Night on the 7th, evening with Danielle the thing they couldn’t verify at Shildon Railway Institute Quiz Night on the 13th and THE SALVATION Army Happy Medium. and sure enough, after a - the energy in the room was St Patrick’s Day Celebration on Cross Street, Shildon, Michelle Armstrong from quick phone call during lovely and it was a pleasure on the 15th. To learn more will host a Jumble Sale on the Save Our Stute (SOS) the break, they were able to work with everyone who about the SOS group, how Tuesday 10th March, from committee, who organised to confirm the details were was able to take a message you can help, and details of 10am-11am. the event, said: “We were correct. from the spirit world. future events, visit shildon- There will be clothing, delighted to have Danielle "Thanks to Danielle and "Good luck with the SOS railway.institute or search bric-a-crac, cakes and with us - she demonstrated to those who supported yet campaign, it’s my pleasure for Save our Stute on Face- much more. her skill with compassion another successful event to support such a worthy book. Pop along for a bargain. NOW OPEN IN SHILDON ELITE STRENGTH & FITNESS OPENING HOURS PAY AS YOU GO Mon-Fri 7am-9pm  £2.50 PER SESSION  £10 A WEEK Sat 7am-8pm  ONLY £20 A MONTH Sun 7am-4pm  NO JOINING FEE

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BABY GIRLS BAPTISED AT ST JOHN'S Letters to the Editor... Email: [email protected] stating ‘Letter’ in the subject line. Write to: Letters, Shildon & District Town Crier, 3-4 First Floor Offices, Shildon Town Council, Shildon DL4 1AH. All letters (including emails) must include the writer’s name, address, postal code and contact number and may be edited. The maximum length for letters is 200 words. Final John Hay Memorial Night raises over £2,000 Dear all, I would like to thank you so much for your overwhelming support for my 7th and final Memorial Night for my late partner, John Hay. Your very generous donations, auction prizes, raffle and tombola prizes helped me to raise £2,049. The evening at Elm Road WMC was, yet again, another successful night. As before, all money raised will be shared equally between Diabetes UK, Shildon AFC and the Prosthetic Limb Centre at James Cook Hospital, Middlesbrough. These played a major role in John's life as he was a double amputee, a diabetic and a director of Shildon AFC. Despite everything he had to overcome, he was a very remarkable man and a true inspiration to Iyanna-Mae Hardbottle with her family and Godparents. everyone. I am so overwhelmed and proud that everyone supports DAX HARBOTTLE and March. girl. They were Liame me so well, and I thank you all from the bottom of my Shanise Franklin took The couple, a roofer/ Samme, Adam Riley, heart for all your kindness and generosity. their daughter Iyan- cladder and stay at Jack Thompson, India na-Mae Harbottle to be home mum from Holly Belchamber, Cait- baptised at St John's Hill, chose six God- lin Jardine and Sarah Yours most sincerely Church on Sunday 1st parents for their little Galashan. Susan Charlton

NOTICE OF PUBLIC PATH ORDER PUBLIC PATH DIVERSION ORDER TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990, SECTION 257 THE COUNTY COUNCIL OF DURHAM (PUBLIC FOOTPATH NO.8 SHILDON PARISH) PUBLIC PATH DIVERSION AND DEFINITIVE MAP AND STATEMENT MODIFICATION ORDER 2020 The above order was made on 4 March 2020. The effect of the order will be to divert Public Footpath No. 81 Shildon Parish from a point on Spout Lane, north of the railway bridge, proceeding in a generally south-easterly direction to a point at the junction with Footpath No. 38 at the south-eastern corner of the development site to a line running from the same point on Spout Lane, proceeding in a generally easterly then south-easterly direction on the Locomotion Way multi-user route, then east-north-easterly then south-easterly direction through the development to a point on Footpath No. 38 at the eastern edge of the development site as shown on the order map. A copy of the order and the order map may be seen free of charge at Shildon library and the Council’s Offices at County Hall, Durham during normal opening hours and via the Council website. Copies of the Order and map may be bought there at the Ivy Rose Bowman with her parents and Godparents. price of £1.25. ISABELLE IVY Rose Her parents Coralle and chose four Godparents; Any representation about or objection to the Order may be sent Bowman was also bap- Mark Bowman, an Events Sam and Chris Kelk, or delivered in writing addressed to Sharon Renwick, Legal tised at St John's on 1st Planner and Bus Driver Nichola Brown and Jon- Assistant, County Hall, Durham, DH1 5UL, no later than 4 April March. who live in Scott Street, athon Boulton. 2020. Please state the grounds on which it is made. If no such representations or objections to the Order are duly made, or if any so made are withdrawn, The County Council of Durham may NEED A VAN? J. DUNN Andrew’s Roofing itself confirm the Order as an unopposed order. If the order is sent HEATING & PLUMBING Chimney Stacks - Ridge Tile to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs JOHN’S VAN BOILER for confirmation any representations or objections which have not Repairs - Brickwork Repointed LIGHT REMOVALS INSTALLATIONS, been withdrawn will be sent with the order. - Flat Roofs - Slating & Tiling - SERVICE & REPAIR ANYTHING MOVED Felting and Pointing - Repairs Dated: 7th March 2020 FROM £10 | LICENSED Gas Safe Registered WASTE CARRIER - UPVC, Gutters, Fascias, All plumbing & gas Soffits & Flat Roofing Specialist Helen Lynch work carried out Head of Legal & Democratic Services 01388 818286 Free Estimates County Hall, Durham DH1 5UL Tel: 07826 527952 Tel 01388 605489 07914 032280 01388 720009 07986 217936

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TALK ON THE TURNPIKE ROADS A PRESENTATION by The reason for the turn- David Butler on Durham piking (or toll road), its County and its Turnpike benefits and its eventual Roads will take place at abolition will be exam- the next meeting of Mid- ined, along with the turn- dridge History Society. pike which is local to Mid- The Great North Road dridge - the passing through the and Tudhoe Lane End county was one of the road. first local roads to be turn- The meeting takes place piked in the Eighteenth at Middridge Village Hall Century; but Durham’s on Thursday 12th March mineral wealth of both at 7.30pm. Admission is coal and lead, and their free to members, visitors transport requirements, £3, and refreshments are resulted in a network included. of road improvements, "Everyone is most wel- which extended far up come," said a spokesper- into Durham’s Dales. son.

Year 9 and 10 students at the Mathsplosion event. AAP BOARD MEETING THE NEXT Bishop Auck- contact one of the team GREENFIELD STUDENTS land and Shildon Area by Thursday 19th March Action Partnership by calling 03000 268 ENJOY ‘MATHSPLOSION’ Board meeting will be 663 or by emailing bish- held on Thursday 26th opshildonaap@durham. STUDENTS FROM Green- challenges, games, puz- formance of students. March, from 6pm – 8pm, gov.uk. field Community Col- zles and teamwork. She said: "We had a really at Foot- Please note that the Fun lege have engaged in an The group of students interesting day and I was ball Club, Heritage Park. Fair will be set up next to innovative maths-based from Greenfield Commu- exceptionally proud of If you have any Neigh- the football club but will event aimed at raising nity College took part in our students who really bourhood Issues that not be in operation until the number of students workshops around prob- engaged with all aspects you would like to be the Friday. Parking will achieving A or A* grade lem solving using A Level of the day and were a raised at the meeting, be as normal. GCSE mathematics qual- maths content, includ- credit to themselves and ifications, as part of the ing imaginary num- to our school.” Advanced Maths Sup- bers, graph theory, pla- Mathsplosion is organ- port Programme. tonic solids and magic ised in partnership LOTTO JACKPOT RISES TO £950 Mathsplosion, held at squares. with Access to Further THERE WERE no winners The bonus prize of £25 Durham Sixth Form Cen- Mrs Middleton, Direc- Mathematics who invite of the Shildon Lotto when was won by J Mulley. tre, is aimed at Year 9 tor of Improvement in students and schools it was drawn on Sunday Next week players and 10 students to help Maths at Greenfield to participate and take 1st March. should choose 6 numbers achieve excellence in Community College was advantage of learning The numbers drawn from 9 for a jackpot of mathematics through delighted with the per- opportunities. were 1, 3, 4, 5, 7 and 10. £950. TALK ON THE TURNPIKE ROADS AFTERNOON DINNER A PRESENTATION by but Durham’s mineral along with the turnpike David Butler on Durham wealth of both coal and which is local to Middridge DANCE AT THE CIVIC County and its Turnpike lead, and the ir transport - the Piercebridge and Tud- AN AFTERNOON Dinner includes a hot meal Roads will take place at requirements, resulted in a hoe Lane End road. Dance organised by Age served with tea or cof- the next meeting of Mid- network of road improve- The meeting takes place UK will take place on the fee and two hours of live dridge History Society. ments, which extended far at Middridge Village Hall first Wednesday of each organ music. The Great North Road up into Durham’s Dales. on Thursday 12th March month, from 12 noon - Pre-booking is essential passing through the The reason for the turn- at 7.30pm. Admission is 3pm at Shildon Civic Hall. by calling 0191 374 6577 county was one of the first piking (or toll road), its free to members, visitors The event costs £6.50 or email cet@ageukcoun- local roads to be turnpiked benefits and its eventual £3, and refreshments are per session which tydurham.org.uk in the Eighteenth Century; abolition will be examined, included. "Everyone is most wel- come," said a spokesper- HUMBLES GARAGE son. BLINDS FACTORY SHOP 1 ROBSON STREET SHILDON, DL4 1EB FREE MEASURE & FITTING 01388 778070 | 07778 117 778 Valley buy direct from the Wrought Iron FREE factory and save £££’s High Quality Gates We currently have a Clerical/Office Garden Fences - Wall Railings HOME SELECTION SERVICE - Free Estimates & Phone the North East’s original master blind maker vacancy. Hours to be arranged. Advice on any project - Experienced Tradesmen Siesta Blinds on 01325 309003 For more information call Shaun on - Friendly Reliable Fast Advice Siesta House, Whinfield Drive, DL5 6AU Tel Stephen on: 07976554046 Ask about our next day fitting on vertical blinds 07778 117 778 or call into the garage. Email: [email protected] www.valleywroughtiron.co.uk www.siestablinds.com

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lar, as they face a stark choice between moving away to find jobs and new opportunities, or staying to face an uncer- tain future. Forced to remain by Harold’s death and driven by her gran- dad’s spirit, Skylar fights to save the things which are most important to her; the school choir and the abandoned Moon- light Ballroom Theatre. Directed by Caroline Clegg with set and cos- tume design by Made- leine Boyd, Song of our Heartland will be per- formed in an immersive Rehearsals are well underway for the community opera in May, for which tickets are now on sale. style amongst the trains and exhibits at Locomo- tion. SONG OF OUR HEARTLAND Song of our Heartland: A NEW community munity projects. Tickets itage in mining and rail- Song of our Heartland A community opera will opera, Song of our Heart- for the event are on sale way industries, as well is both a love letter to be performed at Loco- land, is due to premiere now and are available as upland hill-farming. A the landscape, the her- motion on 29th and 30th at Locomotion, the rail- from Locomotion. cast from Opera North itage and the people of May, with performances way museum in Shildon, Written by Dur- and the community have the area and an act of at 7.15pm and 9pm each in May 2020. ham-born composer Will been rehearsing since storytelling by three gen- day.The running time Commissioned by Todd, storyline by Caro- January, with mentorship erations of indomitable for each performance is Northern Heartlands, line Clegg and libretto by schemes taking place in women. approximately 60 min- the Great Place scheme Emma Jenkins, the new directing, costume, light- Following the death of utes. for , the opera has been devel- ing and front of house Harold, a former miner Tickets priced at opera is being produced oped in partnership with skills throughout the pro- and railway signalman, £12.50 (£5 for children by Leeds-based national members of local com- duction. the opera shines a light and concessions) are on opera company Opera munities from south and Set in a town marked by on his family, his wife Lil- sale now from locomo- North, in one of the Com- west County Durham, a declining local industry ian, daughter Jacqueline tion.org.uk or via the box pany’s largest ever com- region with a strong her- and loss of civic spaces, and granddaughter Sky- office on 01904 685780. Shildon Gardens & Allotments Guild 40th Anniversary Sunday 8th March 2020

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Doris enjoying a cuppa and a scone. MAKING MEMORIES AT THE MEMORY CAFE LADIES FROM Red- tasty homemade butter- worth House Care Home fly cakes, cheese scones enjoyed a warm welcome and tea. at Rowan Avenue Mem- Activities Co-ordinator ory Cafe on Tuesday 3rd Sandra Baynham thanked March. Adele: "It was a wonderful Doris, Ann and Kathleen afternoon and the res- Jessica Donohue has promises of over twenty prom dresses and several men’s suits joined in a game of 'Guess idents always look for- the Singer' before Adele ward to attending local JESSICA HELPS SCHOOL LEAVERS and her volunteers served groups." LIVE THEIR PROM DREAMS SEE THE FIRST SHILDON WHEN JESSICA Donohue I returned home, I came rently studying Nursing STEAM ENGINE IN 170 YEARS posted on her Facebook up with this idea,” said Practice at Teesside Uni- page that she wanted Jessica. versity, has promises of AN OPEN morning at the Estate. to give her school prom Jessica’s aunt, Louise over twenty prom dresses former Wagon Works Anyone interested dress away to someone Wright, who along with and several men’s suits. will take place this Sat- in going along should who maybe wouldn’t have her daughter Sophie, She has been in touch urday, 7th March. meet outside of the the opportunity to get owns the hair and beauty with several local sec- For the first time since hangar, Unit 8S, at one, she didn’t expect the salon Dolled Wright Up in ondary schools and One the 1850s, a new steam 10.15am. overwhelming reaction St. Helen Auckland, was Point, a local organisa- engine is being built in All are invited to Shil- she has since received. quickly on board. tion which helps families Shildon, at the G5 Loco- don Railway Institute Twenty year- old Jes- “I thought Jessica’s in need, and they will dis- motive Company on after the event for a pint sica, from Coundon, got idea was brilliant, so tribute the dresses and Hackworth industrial and a spot of lunch. the idea after a visit to thoughtful and gener- suits to the families who her gran. ous. Prom Night is such will most benefit. “Gran was saying that a big occasion for school “I am absolutely she was going to get rid leavers but can prove to delighted with this of some clothes and sort be very expensive. We’ve response. It just shows that out her wardrobes. She, heard stories of families how kind people can be,” Slimming Wo r l d like most of us girls, has going into debt and some said a delighted Jessica. items in her wardrobe spending up to £1,000 on Anyone wanting to going back a few years, a prom dress. This sort of contribute a prom dress f ling! which we keep unneces- cost puts an end to some or suit can take it along TUESDAY sarily, telling ourselves youngsters’ dreams. to Dolled Wright Up, in 5:30pm & 7:30pm that we might wear it That’s why we’ve offered Manor Road, St. Helen Leeholme Welfare Hall again one day. Gran then to help and to do the hair Auckland (Tuesday-Sat- WEDNESDAY showed me the screen and make-up for free for urday). Or contact Jes- 9:30am & 11:30am saver photo on her mobile the girl who gets Jessi- sica via her Facebook Leeholme Welfare Hall phone, which shows me ca’s dress,” said Louise. page or Val on 01388 in my prom dress. When Jessica, who is cur- 327334. THURSDAY 5:00pm & 7:00pm Shildon Jubilee Fields A. Francis Community Centre The Motor ShopEst.1979 Roofing & Building 2 Cheapside, shildon, 01388 773654 From a single slate to a new roof FRIDAY • All types of number plates supplied Gutters cleaned and inspected 9:30am Shildon Jubilee Fields • All types of keys cut Chimney repairs Community Centre • Immobiliser batteries Repointing to brickwork No job too small • Photocopying & Fax service Call Judith on • Car Batteries (with 2 year guarantee) Tel: 01388 833853 07973 460919 Open Mon-Fri 8.30am - 5.00pm | Sat 8.30am - 1.45pm Mob: 07811 848228 slimmingworld.co.uk www.themotorshop.co.uk Established 1987 0344 897 8000

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SUPER SUB POSTHILL SNATCHES DRAMATIC DERBY WIN a corner to slam home the Shildon remain second equaliser. on goal difference after The roar - as much of moving up a spot in the relief as celebration - table after another dram- could be heard across tic 2-1 win at the weekend town in the still night air over Whitley Bay. and, with the home fans Bay took the lead just still celebrating and the before the break through visitors still reeling, Pos- Coleby Shepherd and the thill pounced again. score remained the same Receiving the ball on the until nine minutes from right side of the box, the time when Shildon found striker drifted inside and an equaliser through their the West defence gener- captain, Ben Trotter. ously parted to allow a A quickly taken free shot on goal which keeper, kick, 30 yards from goal, Tom Flynn was unable to was squared to Chay Lid- deflect wide of the net. dle who scuffed his shot The Railwaymen were in from distance, but it fortu- raptures, but the drama itously fell to Trotter who was not over yet. redirected the ball past a With nine minutes helpless Daniel Lister. remaining, it was the Then, with 90 minutes Shildon defence’s turn to on the clock, the referee Joe Posthill scores his second goal in a minute to secure the local bragging rights as Shildon bear gifts as Dowson was awarded Shildon a pen- came from behind to beat at Dean Street on Tuesday night. Photo: Tom Clegg. hauled to the ground to alty after Kurt Matthews ON A landmark 300th three points in the Rail- intent while the visitors provide the referee with a was felled in the box. appearance for Shil- waymen’s bid for promo- opted to soak up pressure simple penalty decision. New signing, Michael don forward, Billy Greu- tion. and break forward when However, it was New- Sweet stepped up to blast lich-Smith, it was his In an even and tightly the rare opportunity pre- brook who stood tall to home the penalty and take strike partner, Joe Posthill contested first half, it sented itself. save former Shildonian, over second spot from who came off the bench was West who made the In the 65th minute, Shil- Amar Purewal’s spot kick Hebburn Town, whom to snatch all three points breakthrough a minute don swapped strikers in and clinch the three points Shildon visit on Saturday with two quick-fire goals from the interval when the search for a way back on a dramatic derby night in what is set to be a sea- in a pulsating derby at Liam Hegarty broke into the game and the tac- at Dean Street. son-defining encounter. Dean Street. down the Shildon left, tical change proved the West Auckland took a an area the visitors had game’s pivotal decision. THE LICENSING ACT 2003 one-goal lead into the been exploiting all game, Joe Posthill replaced interval but left disap- before placing a cross on Dean Thexton and seven Notice is hereby given that we, The Canteen Bar & pointed after a second the head of David Dowson minutes later, Shildon Kitchen Ltd, have applied to Durham County Council in half penalty save by Shil- to nod past Newbrook. were on level terms when respect of the premises known as: don stopper, Shaun New- A fired up Shildon began the substitute was first to UNIT 3 NORLAND HOUSE BUSINESS CENTRE, brook secured a vital the second half with react to a loose ball from BYERLEY ROAD, SHILDON DL4 1HE for the grant of a Premises Licence to permit the THE LICENSING ACT 2003 Keith McLean following proposed licensable activities: Joiner and Builder The sale by retail of alcohol (on & off sales) from Notice of application for a New Premises Licence. 12:00 – 23:00 Monday to Saturday and 12:00 – 22:00 Loft and Garage Conversions, Co-operative Group Food Limited has applied for a Fitted Kitchens, Roofing, All Sunday, live & recorded music (indoors) from 17:00 – new premises licence at Redworth Road/Dale Road, types of Building Work. 22:00 Monday to Friday and 12:00 – 22:00 Saturday Shildon DL4 2JP (Shildon Motor Company) for the sale Competitive Rates & Sunday. New Year’s Eve: until 01:00 on New Year’s of alcohol for consumption off the premises Mon-Sun 30 years experience Day for sale of alcohol and live music. 06:00-23:00. Conditions will apply. A record of this application may be inspected at the Representations should be made in writing by the 20th 01740 651629 Council’s offices at Annand House, John Street North, day of March 2020 to Durham County Council, EHCP 0771 875 4249 Meadowfield, Durham DH7 8RS on weekdays between (Licensing) PO Box 617, Durham DH1 9HZ (www. 9.30am and 4.00pm. durham.gov.uk). Telephone: 03000 261016 Details of the above application may be inspected at Any representations about this application must be the Council’s address given above during the Council’s AERIALS made in writing by 25th MARCH 2020 and sent to: normal office hours, details of which may be obtained Digital TV Aerial & Durham County Council, Licensing, PO Box 617, from the council. CCTV Installers Durham. DH1 9HZ. Or e-mail to licensing@durham. It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a gov.uk false statement in connection with an application ü Competitive Price It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a and the maximum fine for which carries a person is ü Quality Materials false statement in connection with an application liable on conviction for this offence is an unlimited ü Fast & Reliable and the maximum fine for which carries a person is fine. 0 1 3 8 8 7 2 0 9 9 4 liable on conviction for this offence is an unlimited WARD HADAWAY www.wardhadaway.com/licensing naylorsaerials.co.uk fine.

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