Published at: Saturday 3rd October 2015 First Floor, Town Council Offices, Issue 168 Civic Hall Square, Shildon, ress DL4 1AH. p P Telephone/Fax: 01388 775896 o Duty journalist: 0790 999 2731 The ish B At the heart www.bishoppress.com of our wonderful community email: [email protected] Butterwick founder passes AAP progress with away aged 91 priorities

Bishop Auckland and Shildon • Health and wellbeing Area Action Partnership of young people includ- (AAP) is this year progress- ing suicide prevention and ing with the priority of mental health. Children and Young People A spokesperson for the as one of its three main AAP stated, “We have priorities for the 2015/16 a limited and annually financial year. The priority reviewed budget to allocate was set by members of the to projects which work Forum in November 2014. towards this priority and The AAP have set up a Task subsequently the themes & Finish Group to assess which have been identified plans and principally look at as key issue areas. AAP re- what the Children and Young sources should plug gaps in People priority means for mainstream provision and the and add value to other funds Shildon AAP area. and programmes wherever After assessing the plans possible. We are therefore over a number of meetings, looking for projects that can the Children and Young both supplement existing People Task & Finish Group activity and maximise have now come up with match funding opportuni- the following themes which ties.” they would like to see new The deadline for receiving schemes focus on: expressions of interest is Mary Butterwick OBE has sadly passed away, aged 91. • Supporting young people 5pm on Friday 9th October. to make the right choices For more information, call Mary Butterwick OBE, been frail for some time, Chief Executive, Graham and improve the link 03000 268 075, email bish- who founded Butterwick died peacefully in the Leggatt-Chidgey said, “As between education and the [email protected]. Hospice Care in 1984, has Hospice early on Wednes- conscious as we are that world of work; uk or visit www.durham. passed away aged 91. day 30th September. we have lost our charity’s • Raising aspirations of gov.uk/bishopandshildon- Mrs Butterwick, who had Butterwick Hospice Care founder, Mary was also a children and young people; aap. much loved mother, grand- mother and great grand- South Church Road, mother and our thoughts GARNETTS are particularly with her Bishop Auckland family at this time.” Although Mary had not 01388 603371 Book one of our upcoming day breaks been actively involved in www.pavilionbarbistro.co.uk Travel with GARNETTS for miles of smiles the direction and manage- ment of the Hospice for [email protected] some twenty years, she Saturday 17th October Saturday 17th October always maintained a keen Cask Ales, Craft Lager, Wine, Prosecco leeds shopper blackpool illuminations interest in its work. Adult: £12.50 Child £11.50 Adult: £14.50 Child £13.50 She leaves behind a mag- Afternoon Tea from £8.95 please call to book nificent legacy arising Saturday 24th October Saturday 24th October from her vision, personal Large Function Room all parties catered blackpool illuminations york shopper sacrifice and tenacity in Adult: £14.50 Child £13.50 Adult: £12.50 Child £11.50 establishing the Hospice Now taking bookings for Christmas Day 31 years ago which will continue to benefit the Saturday 24th October Sunday 25th October Bishop Auckland’s Best Kept Secret local population for many Alton towers scare fest Lightwater valley hallowscream years to come. Adult: £16 Child £15 (Ad not inc) Adult: £10 Child £9 (Ad not inc) The Hospice is placing memorial books, for Friday 30th October Saturday 31st October members of the public YORK illuminations Blackpool illuminations wishing to record their Adult: £12.50 Child £11.50 Adult: £14.50 Child £13.50 personal condolences, within the Hospice in Bishop Auckland, which Call us now on (01388) 604419 will be available 9am to www.garnettscoaches.com 5pm Monday to Friday.

Fully archived online at www.bishoppress.com email us at: [email protected] The Bishop Press Issue 168 Saturday 3rd October 2015 Page 1 Record entries for Town Council leads the way in garden show Dementia Friendly initiative

At the recent Hospital said a spokesperson. Bishop Auckland Town society wide response in become dementia friendly Garden Show, the grand After entries were judged Council has received Bishop Auckland.” by increasing their under- auction and raffle raised a by Bob Latcham, Secretary official ‘Dementia Friendly’ The Council has two standing and awareness of fantastic £281.50. of The Pollards Allotment status recognition from dementia champions who dementia. This sum was match-fund- Association, the overall the Alzheimer's Society; have created 150 new Mayor of Bishop Auckland, ed by Hathaway Roofing, winners were declared the first in ‘dementia friends’ so far Councillor Lee Brownson making a magnificent total as Liz Drake and Chris to achieve this and to join in the town by deliver- said, “This is excellent of £563, which will be used Davidson. Liz also went on the larger county wide ing information sessions, news for the Council and to support the work of the to win the coveted 'Best initiative, County Durham and working closely with the town, not only are North East Air Ambulance. in Show' for her floral ar- Dementia Action Alliance. outside bodies such as we more informed about “It has been a difficult year rangement. Councillor Ann Golightly, The Alzheimer’s Society, dementia and the chal- for vegetable growers, but For further information on one of the Council’s Durham County Carers lenges associated with the flower and produce the Hospital Garden Club Dementia Champions said, Support, Durham County living with the condition, sections of the show had a and the 2016 show, contact “Given that there are Council Children & Adult we can also support and record number of entries,” Gil Berry on 01388 450524. 850,000 people living with Services and Auckland Park promote social inclusion dementia in the UK, we Hospital. and more importantly give wanted to raise awareness The Council has created a a strong voice to people and a greater understand- steering group ‘Dementia with dementia and their Autumn Fayre ing of the condition that can Friends of Bishop Auckland’ carers.” be devastating for those which is taking steps to For more information who live with dementia and enable Bishop Auckland about Dementia Friends Lingford Court Retirement ments. their carers. to become a dementia of Bishop Auckland email Housing on Hutchinson “The event will also give “Councillors voted unani- friendly community. council@bishopauckland- Street is to host an Autumn visitors the chance to mously to work towards a The aim of the group is to tc.gov.uk or for more in- Fayre on Saturday 10th come and look round the Dementia Friendly status encourage service provid- formation about dementia October, from 1pm. location and see what we and as a Council we are com- ers, businesses and or- and Alzheimer’s visit www. There will be a raffle, offer,” said a spokesper- mitted to bringing about a ganisations in the town to alzheimers.org.uk. tombola, bric-a-brac, son. cards, handcrafted gifts, For more information call jewellery and refresh- 01388 604800. Dementia Friends need your Volunteering day help

Dementia Friends of Bishop is being done well and said, “Statistics from the Bishop FM and 2nd Bishop The event will take place Auckland are a group of where improvements need Alzheimer’s Society have Auckland Scouts are at the 2nd Bishop Auckland people who are committed to be made. shown that a startling 67% holding a Volunteering Day Scout Hall on Kingsway. to making changes about Questionnaires can be col- of people with dementia do on Saturday 3rd October, For more information the way people think, act lected from the following not feel part of their com- from 10am till 3pm. contact Roz Peverall and talk about dementia in reception areas: munity and a further 75% There will be representa- on 01388 604020 or the town. • The Four Clocks Centre; of people in the UK don’t tives from the Eleven email rozalyn.peverall@ The group have developed • Town Hall Library; think society is geared up Arches, The Pod, Ark bishopfm.net. a questionnaire to seek the • Auckland Park Hospital; to deal with people with on the Edge, So Sad and views of people who live • Bishopgate Medical dementia. Bishop Auckland Scouting, Claire’s Mobile Hairdressing with dementia and those Centre; “This is our motivation plus more. There will also Special rates for OAPs apply. acting as carers for people • Auckland Medical Group; to change the culture be some local traders. Call 07736 905185 for an appointment today. diagnosed with dementia, • Station View Medical towards a more Dementia who live in Bishop Auckland Centre; Friendly Bishop Auckland and visit the town. • Download a copy from and conducting this ques- ress By reviewing the responses, bishoppauckland-tc.gov.uk. tionnaire is a positive first op P they hope to identify what Councillor Ann Golightly, step towards reaching that The ish Chair of the steering group goal.” B CONSTRUCTION OF HEIGHINGTON VILLAGE (UNC ROAD 42.12 AND C129 COLLINGWOOD STREET AND HILLSIDE, R.J.A. COUNDON) (TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE) ORDER 2015 How to contact us: DRIVES & PATIOS TRANSFORMED The Council intend in not less than 7 days from the date of this notice to make an Order By email or online: We specialise in; under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act, 1984, as amended, to close BLOCK PAVING - FLAGGING to all vehicular traffic of (1) A 45m length of Unc road 42.12 that extends westwards [email protected] or www.bishoppress.com FENCING - WALLS from its junction with C129 Church Street; (2) A 405m length of C129 Collingwood By post or in person: DRIVEWAYS REPAIRED Street from its junction with Church Street/Wharton Street to and including its All Building Work Undertaken junction with Hillside Road; (3) A 120m length of C129 Hillside Road that extends The Bishop Press, First Floor, Town Council southwards from its junction with Collingwood Street, Coundon to enable new sewer FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTATION PLEASE RING Offices, Civic Hall Square, Shildon. DL4 1AH. construction and connection works to be carried out. The maximum duration of the Tel: 01325 312675 temporary closure under the Order is 18 months and is required from 26.10.15 and for By telephone or voicemail: Mob: 07957 612466 the duration of the works, anticipated to be 26 weeks with the closure in 1. anticipated 30 Years Experience for about 4 weeks at the start of the programme and closures 2. & 3. between early (01388) 775896 or 07909 992 731. January and approx 22.04.16. However, on rare occasions, alternative dates for closures Leave items for the paper at: may be necessary and these will be signed accordingly. Alternative routes: from the MILNER’S CLEANING (1) Western side of the closure from Park Head southerly on A688 then north eastwards Woodhouse Close or the Town Hall Libraries on B6287 to Church Street, Coundon to the eastern side of the closure; (2) Western How to advertise: CONTRACTORS side of the closure from Church Street, easterly along Wharton Street and southward Window cleaning - Houses on Victoria Lane to Collingwood Street to the eastern side of the closure; (3) Northern We can design an eye catching advert tailored & Businesses from £3 side of the closure from Collingwood Street either (a) westerly on B6287 to A689/A688 Canney Hill Roundabout then easterly along A689, or (b) easterly along C129 to the to your specific needs. A breakdown of costs is Gutters cleaned & repaired Leasingthorne Roundabout then westerly on A689 to the junction with Hillside Road available online at www.bishoppress.com from £5 that leads northwards to the southern side of the closure and vice versa. Garden maintenance, Dated: 2nd October 2015 The Bishop Press is one of three sister papers produced by Com- home repair service, office munity Newspaper Support and delivered to homes across South & domestic cleaning Colette Longbottom Head of Legal & Democratic Services West Durham CALL: 01388 776150 County Hall, Durham DH1 5UL OR: 07900 281 601 Page 2 Saturday 3rd October 2015 Issue 168 The Bishop Press Comedians raise the roof at Enter now for Town Mayoral fundraiser Quiz 2015

Bishop Auckland Town Hall this year’s event will and the Civic Society are be donated to Help for inviting residents to take Heroes. part in this year’s Town To take part, pick up an Quiz. application form from the The event, held annually, Town Hall or download a will take place in the Eden copy from www.bishop- Theatre at Bishop Auckland aucklandtownhall.org.uk. Town Hall on Wednes- “We are limited to an day 2nd December, from absolute maximum of 40 7.30pm. teams so please send in A table entry fee of £10 your entry early to ensure is payable on application, a place,” said Robert with a maximum of six McManners, Chairman players per team. of Bishop Auckland Civic The money raised during Society. On stage with Matilda Bishop Auckland Mayor Lee Brownson with Rudi West and tribute to Bobby Thomp- son, Tony Washington. Local youngsters Abigail Matilda, which is to be Comedians Rudi West, were entertained with for me and many thanks Latcham, Annissa Holmes staged at Shildon’s Civic Terry Joyce and Tony some side-splitting for the generosity of and Bradley Lewis have Hall this month. Washington raised the roof comedy, an auction, raffle Bishop Auckland FC, who landed the leading roles Shows will take place at Heritage Park on Friday and a fun quiz. not only let us use their as Matilda Wormwood between Thursday 15th 18th September, helping The total amount raised venue at Heritage Park to and Bruce Bogtrotter in and Sunday 18th October. to boost funds for Mayor for the Help for Heroes host the evening, but also C.A.T.S. Youth Theatre For ticket information Lee Brownson’s chosen charity was £553. donated a signed football Group’s musical adap- ring 01388 774838 or visit charity, Help for Heroes. Lee said, “I would like to shirt which was part of tation of Roald Dahl’s www.cats-theatre.co.uk. Local Mayors from across say a huge thank you to the auction and raised the county, along with Graeme Sheldon who or- £55 towards the total members of the public, ganised the comedy night amount.” Household auction

Woodhouse Close Church 6pm, with the auction What’s on at the Town Hall? is to host another of its getting underway at 7pm. popular Household Auction “This event has been events on Friday 9th held for 20 years and has Visit Bishop Auckland with the likes of Reginald ments the unforgettable October. proved very popular,” said Town Hall this month for a D. Hunter, Russell Howard true-story of Martin Luther On sale will be large items a spokesperson. “Proceeds musical journey that tells and Russell Kane. Joining King Jr’s struggle to secure of furniture, as well as go to the work of the the meteoric rise of The Ray will be Scottish equal voting rights and the some smaller items. church and community Beatles, from their humble comedian Wendy Wason, epic march from Selma to Viewing takes place from centre on our estate.” beginnings in Liverpool’s described as “absolutely Montgomery in the face of Cavern Club to the psyche- hysterical” by Jimmy Carr. violent opposition. (Cert: delia of Sergeant Pepper. MC for the evening will be 12A/128mins/£5). With an incredible stage Scott Gibson. Tickets £8 in Get creative at the Print The Aclet performance, costumes advance. Workshop sessions on Brooklands, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6PW and note-for-note rendi- Films for the next two Thursday 15th October. tions of the band’s classics, weeks are Wild, on The two hour sessions start 01388 327335 let The Long Tall Beatles Thursday 8th October at at 10.15am and 1.30pm and take you back to songs that 7.30pm, in which a woman cost £7 per session. Pre- Sunday Lunch 12 noon till 3pm changed a generation on hikes the Pacific Coast booking is essential. Only £4.99 including dessert Friday 9th October at 7pm. Trail alone in a journey of Full details of all events are Tickets are £12. recovery following the end available on the website; Disco Karaoke Every Friday & Sunday Comedian Ray Peacock of her marriage and the bishopaucklandtownhall. brings the monthly dose death of her mother (Cert org.uk. Live Music Every 2nd Friday of hilarious stand‐up on 15, 115 mins/£5), and Selma To book any of the events Friday 16th October, from on Thursday 15th October phone the Box Office on Quiz Night every Tuesday 7.30pm. Ray has toured at 7.30pm. Selma docu- 03000 269 524. Bingo & Open The Box every Tuesday after the quiz and every Sunday at 6pm Engine Diagnostics, EML, ABS AIRBAG etc, Free Battery Jackpot now £999 Testing, Air ConditioningHILL CServiceRE Centre,ST Starter Motor, ROBSON’S Alterations,AUTOELECTRICS Supplied, Fitted & Repaired, PAINTING & DECORATING Sat 24th October: The Northern Boyz Seymour Street,Key Coding, Bishop ECY Auckland, Coding DL14 6JD Domestic & Commercial Accommodation now available Reliable & Quality Service Engine Free Battery Air Conditioning at a reasonable price from £25 per night per person Diagnostics, EML, Testing Service Centre ABS AIRBAG etc OAP 20% DISCOUNT Lager & Bitter only £1.99 pint Free Estimates Free Function Room available Alternators Key Coding, Tel Dave Starter Motor Supplied, Fitted on 01388 327943 Opening Times: ECU Coding & Repaired or 07474 184 779 Mon-Thurs: 3-11.30pm, Fri: 3-12.30am, Tel: 01388 604717 E: [email protected] Sat: 12 Noon-12.30am Sun: 12 Noon-11pm The Bishop Press Issue 168 Saturday 3rd October 2015 Page 3 Warrant issued Commendation for the Brusselton Incline Group Liam Joseph Blakey, of The 33 year-old faces Howlish View, Coundon, charges that, on 11th Sep- failed to appear at the tember in Bishop Auckland, Each year Historic are working to protect County Council to try to Magistrates’ Court in he was in possession of (formerly English and preserve the heritage repair the Accommoda- Newton Aycliffe on methadone, a Class A drug Heritage), in conjunc- of the Stockton and Dar- tion Bridge at Brusselton, Wednesday 30th Septem- and that, on the following tion with Andrew Lloyd lington Railway at the which has been subject ber, and a warrant was day, he stole two bottles of Webber, seeks to ac- Brusselton Incline and to vandalism. This bridge therefore issued for his Coke from the Poundland knowledge the work being they were entered into and the whole area at arrest. store in the town. done by groups, large and the competition by a well- Brusselton are a vital part small, and individuals who wisher, receiving a Com- of the historic Stockton are seeking to protect and mendation. and Darlington Railway. preserve our heritage that In the letter that accom- If you would like to know Would you like is at risk. panied the award, the more about the work of More and more of our built group was complimented the Brusselton Incline meals on wheels? heritage is at risk, partly on its efforts and was en- Group or the Friends of because of the costs couraged by the positive the Stockton and Dar- involved in protecting it. response to look to enter lington Railway, contact Woodhouse Close Meals on with two courses costing So the work of volunteers again next year, hoping to Councillor Trish Pember- Wheels service has vacan- just £3.50. is critical to success. go one step further and ton on 01388 833229. She cies available for residents The service is also looking The Brusselton Incline reach the national finals. can also be reached on in the Bishop Auckland and for volunteers to help Group is one such group The group is working trish.pemberton@btcon- West Auckland area, and is deliver meals. Runs take of volunteers. Members closely with Durham nect.com. appealing for anyone who around 1 hour 45 minutes might benefit from the and expenses are paid. service to get in touch. For more information, call Career planning for a bright Freshly cooked meals are Peter or John on 01388 delivered to homes every 450838 or visit www.wood- future Tuesday and Thursday, houseclosechurch.org.

Students at King James time work to apprentice- entry requirements for I Academy have recently ships and further educa- specific courses to allow enjoyed a Careers Fair tion. By career planning them to focus on gaining attended by representa- at an early stage, the the necessary qualifica- tives from a number of Academy Careers Service tions in the crucial years local businesses, national can then help students ahead. organisations, colleges on an individual basis to Businesses including and universities. develop a progression Gestamp, Hathaway’s, The event was organised route that will ensure they Tallents, Itec, EE and WINDOWS, DOORS, GARAGE DOORS, FLAT ROOFING as part of the school’s ex- achieve their goal. the Esh Group were tensive career planning in- Students talked to repre- also on hand to discuss SOFFITS, FACIAS, GUTTERING AND CLADDING, itiative, which helps young sentatives from various the variety of job roles NEW SHOWROOM NOW OPEN people recognise and colleges including East on offer within their build upon their strengths Durham, Bishop Auckland company and to explain £100 OFF ANY FRONT DOOR OPENING OFFER and plan for their future. and New College Durham, the opportunities avail- 217 NEWGATE STREET BISHOP AUCKLAND, OPPOSITE MORRISONS. Organised by Academy and advisors from Newcas- able for those seeking an TEL 01388 615002 WWW.VALUEDOORS.CO.UK Teacher, Mrs Dent and tle, Durham, Sunderland, apprenticeship. Careers Advisor Ms Northumbria and Teesside Students also heard about Goddard, the event gave Universities, about the the range of opportuni- students the opportu- range of higher and ties and the recruitment nity to fully consider the further education courses process from representa- options available to them, available. tives of the Royal Navy from direct routes into full They also discussed the and the Royal Air Force.

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Dale Andrew Richard and noticed immediately Potter, of Richard Terrace, that the driver looked Coronation, pleaded guilty dazed and confused and to a charge of driving smelt strongly of alcohol. whilst over the legal Although the defend- limit of alcohol when ant disputes the officers’ he appeared at Newton account, he was said to Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court have stumbled out of the recently. car before being taken to The court heard that, at Darlington Police Station. 3.40am on the morning of Potter had told his solici- 13th September, a mobile tor that he had been on a police patrol observed a night out and had thought Renault Clio varying its himself fit enough to speed and lane, for no drive. He was disqualified apparent reason, as it was from driving for 12 months being driven along Bob and fined a total of £455, Hardisty Drive. including costs and sur- They stopped the vehicle charges. Do you Year 6 pupils at St Anne’s raised a fantastic £220 at their coffee morning fundraiser. Year 6 pupils from St School Chaplain Catherine brought in cakes and they have Anne’s CE Primary School Simpson commented, “The also ran a couple of stalls, on Warwick Road held a pupils organised and ran including guess the number leaflets Coffee Morning on Friday the whole event, with of sweets in the jar!” 25th September, as part minimal support from their A fantastic total of £220 for your of Macmillan’s ‘World’s teacher Mr Browell and was raised at the event, Biggest Coffee Morning’ myself. which will be donated to business? initiative. “Lots of pupils baked and Macmillan Cancer Support. Bypass closed following crash The Bishop Press is delivered to around 9,000 homes Leaflets distributed from just 2p each (01388) 775 896

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Helen Goodman MP has un- tions and youth schemes covered £3/4million in un- crying out for help. claimed lottery money for “Please get in touch and voluntary groups in Bishop my office will help you to Auckland and is offering to get the funds which are help people to access it. rightfully yours.” Helen said, “The National Applicants must be based Lottery allocated money in or work with groups in especially for Bishop Cockton Hill, Henknowle, Auckland four years ago Woodhouse Close/Tindale but most of it has gone Crescent, St Helen’s and unclaimed. West Auckland. “This is a crying shame Contact Helen Goodman by when there are so many phone on 01388 603075 or hard pressed groups – food email at goodmanh@parlia- banks, disability organisa- ment.uk for a form. Over 450 teddies will provide comfort

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Some of the former pupils of Bishop Barrington who attended the reunion event at The Stanley Jefferson. Personal Injury Claims • Conveyancing A former student at Bishop proximately 35 pupils friendships re-ignited. A Business Leases • Wills & Probate Barrington recently organ- attended the reunion on good stroll along memory ised an informal ‘reunion’ Saturday [26th Septem- lane was had by all (aided for all pupils who left the ber]. by the name tags!) Tel: 01388 606660 school in 1980. “Lots of memories and “Roll on 2020 for our 40th www.cwbooth.co.uk Organiser ‘Net’ said, “Ap- laughter were shared and year get together!” Page 6 Saturday 3rd October 2015 Issue 168 The Bishop Press Bishop market moves to new New community indoor venue bank for town

Prince Bishops Community members, is a not-for-profit Bank have opened a new organisation whose mem- branch in Bishop Auckland; bership is limited to people The Prince Bishops Store, who live or work within located in the old Leather the boundary of County Sofa Studio near the bus Durham. This means that station. money saved by members As one of the growing benefits local people in number of Credit Unions the form of easily acces- in the UK, Prince Bishops sible and affordable low Community Banks' aim is to cost loans - particularly promote savings schemes valuable for those who and financial education in have difficulty borrow- schools, businesses and the ing at affordable rates of community, and provide interest from mainstream accessible loans for those financial providers. who might otherwise For more information be forced to use payday about the services on lenders or loan sharks. offer, call into The Prince Bishop Auckland Market holders with Deputy Mayor Ann Golightly and Town Council- The savings and loans Bishops Store at 22 Finkle community bank, which Street or call 01388 lor & Chairman of Bishop Auckland Town Team, Alan Anderson. is owned and run by its 417830. The Bishop Auckland Market continue trading through- perfumes. is now being held indoors at out the winter months, There is also an area to Bishop Auckland Masonic and will also aid in plans enjoy teas and coffees and, Four Clocks Club Hall (next to the main Post to make the Masonic Hall at this inaugural event, the Office in Victoria Avenue). more accessible as a venue £193 taken was donated to The market was previously in the heart of town. Macmillan Cancer Support. Residents in the town who and 3.30pm when there held in the Market Place, On Saturday 26th Septem- A spokesperson for the would like to socialise and are cups of tea and coffee, however a lack of funding ber members of the local market commented, “We make new friends have bingo, cards, dominoes, meant that it was no longer council, Ann Golightly, Alan are asking everyone to been invited to join the quizzes, trips away and lots financially viable. Anderson and Joy Allen come along to see us and Four Clocks Club. of laughs. For more infor- A group of stall holders who visited to support the first to support the market. The group meets every mation contact Pauline on wanted to continue trading indoor Saturday Market and “You can also keep up to Friday between 1.30pm 01388 609852. within the town secured the future of the Masonic date by following us on the the new venue, with the Hall in Bishop Auckland. Bishop Auckland Masonic support of Bishop Auckland There were a wide range of Hall Facebook page.” Car Parts & Accessories councillor Joy Allen. stall holders selling cards, The Market takes place This change in location crafts, jewellery, photos, every Saturday, from 9am will allow stall holders to cakes, cheeses, soaps and - 3.30pm. GET THE auto Part ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN ENGAGING, CHALLENGING AND REWARDING OPPORTUNITY? 71 Manor Road, St Helen Auckland, Bishop Auckland DL14 9ER [email protected] ARE YOU A CARING, MOTIVATED AND DYNAMIC HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL? 01388 417300

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The closing date for all applications is: 30th October 2015 Bishop Auckland Fylands House, Tindale Crescent www.ddhf.co.uk 01388 603 525 The Bishop Press Issue 168 Saturday 3rd October 2015 Page 7 Defendant’s difficult Fundraising coffee morning at journey to court King James

Magistrates at Newton at a later time. Aycliffe were informed Magistrates agreed to the that Lisa Sharon Hardy adjournment, as the de- had arranged a lift to fendant was travelling from court with her friend, but her home in Kyloe Place, en route her friend had Newcastle Upon Tyne. received a message from On arrival, she will face a her child’s school stating charge of shop theft from that her child was ill and Asda in Bishop Auckland, needed to be collected. where it is alleged, on 17th The journey had to be September, she stole elec- aborted and Ms. Hardy trical goods and cosmetics, hoped to make it to court valued at £172.98. Fun & games

Board game enthusi- friends during the long asts are invited to share winter months. their passion at a free “We will be providing Sixth Form mentors Linda Dixon and Sarah Newton, pictured with teacher Mr Bishop social event at the Mickle classic games such as chess, and Sixth Form students in the common room fundraiser. Grove Community Hub in cards, Cluedo, Monopoly, Leeholme. Scrabble and draughts.” Staff and students at with two coffee morning cakes to younger students The event is being organ- The event will be held on King James I Academy events held over two during lunchtime in the ised by Amy Glendinning, Tuesday 27th October from have raised over £250 in consecutive days in the main dining hall, where Community Development 2pm to 4pm. There will also aid of Macmillan Cancer Sixth Form common a further £112 was added Coordinator at Dale & be tea, coffee and biscuits Support by taking part in room, raising a fantastic to the grand total. Valley Homes. for all those who attend. the national ‘Macmillan £142. This was just one of many Amy said, “The idea came The games afternoons are World’s Biggest Coffee Academy prefects, fundraising events which originally from a customer aimed at everyone over the Morning’ event. student volunteers and the Academy organises and I thought it would be age of 16, and people can Sixth Form staff and members of the Student throughout the year to a fantastic opportunity to take their own games to students kicked off the Support Team were also support both local and socialise and make new play or use those provided. fundraising activities on hand to sell donated national charities.

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Option 3 - A selection of sandwiches and healthy snacks. Ice cream for desert. Parent and Toddler Session Find us on Monday - Friday 9.30 a.m. - 3 p.m. term time only. Facebook £2.95 Includes a juice and a biscuit for the child and a tea or coffee for the parent. Unlimited Play Telephone: 01388 777764 Also included in the price we have the following taking place www.scallywagz-ltd.co.uk Monday between 9.30 and 11.30 a.m. we will be decorating biscuits. Wednesday between 10.30 and 11.15 a.m. it’s Boogie Beats. Email: [email protected] Friday between 9.30 and 11.30 it’s Arts and Crafts. Adress: Unit 6 All Saints industrial Estate, DISCOUNT FOR CHILDMINDERS - £2.95 for first child and £1 for each additional Child. Shildon, Co. Durham DL14 2RD Credentials must be presented. Page 8 Saturday 3rd October 2015 Issue 168 The Bishop Press Parliament debate importance of Armed Forces Stockton & Darlington Railway advice session

On Wednesday 16th Sep- Pop in and visit the Royal offer advice and guidance tember, parliament rec- British Legion at Bishop for serving members of ognised the importance of Auckland Town Hall on the Armed Forces, Reserv- the Stockton and Darlington Wednesday 7th October, ists, veterans and their Railway to the world, and between 10am and families. looked ahead to its 200th 12.30pm. For more information call anniversary in 2025. An Advice and Information 0808 802 80 80 or visit At the request of Phil Wilson Officer will be on hand to www.britishlegion.org.uk. MP, with the support of Helen Goodman MP, an ad- journment debate was held Cook & share a in the Houses of Parliament to celebrate its 190th an- family meal niversary. Phil said, “The Stockton and Darlington Railway was Woodhouse Close Church The next session will take important to the economic Community Centre hosts place on Tuesday 27th success of the North-East Family Meal sessions on October, with those taking and to community pride in the 4th Tuesday of every part arriving at 3.30pm 1825, and with the right month (except during and sitting down to eat at support and action, this school holidays). 5pm. There is a suggested world-class heritage site can A spokesperson com- donation of £2 per adult. be as important again. Work Helen Goodman MP argues in Parliament for our area mented, “Come and share For more information, or has already begun, with to be recognised for its importance in relation to the a meal together, help cook to book a place, call Fiona the food and eat it. Bring Ewing on 01388 606281 or huge community support, Stockton & Darlington Railway. to rescue the remains of family, friends or neigh- Woodhouse Close Church the line and give it the in- the Friends of the Stockton at the highest levels in par- bours.” on 01388 450838. ternational recognition it and Darlington Railway to liament which will help us deserves. Over the next ten preserve the track bed. achieve our long-term goals years, culminating in the bi- Councillor Trish Pemberton, for the line. The economic centenary in 2025, there are Deputy Mayor of Shildon regeneration it will bring aspirations to create a long- and Chair of the Friends of should benefit everyone in distance walking route along the Stockton and Darlington our local area, as well as the original line.” Railway, who asked Phil Darlington and Stockton. Helen Goodman spoke to Wilson and Helen Goodman “There is a huge amount to argue for Shildon’s claims to to arrange the debate said, do over the next few years be recognised for its impor- “I cannot tell you how happy and there is something for tance and that of Timothy all of this makes me. All the everyone. Shildon’s long Hackworth to the story. community groups working established Local History Junior Minister Tracey Crouch so hard to preserve and Society and the Brusselton Butterwick Hospice praised the ‘fantastic’ work protect and interpret the Incline Group will be at the of volunteer groups such as line now have recognition heart of it.” ‘Make a Will Month’ During October, Butterwick Hospice is work- ing in partnership with reputable local Solici- Community festive fair tors to help you make a Will These Solicitors are giving their time and expertise and HEWITTS all we ask is that you make a Groundwork NE & Cumbria festive performances, lots organised by dales-based Tilly, Bailey and Irvine Hewitts Solicitors donation to the Hospice of £95 8 Newgate, Barnard 207 Newgate St, is to host this year's Com- of activities and of course organisation, 2D, prior to for a single Will and £125 for Castle, County Durham, Bishop Auckland DL12 8NG DL14 7EL munity Festive Fair at the chance to meet Father absorbing into Groundwork a pair of matching Wills. Phone: 01833 638326 Phone: 01388 604691 Bishop Auckland College Christmas, the fair will also earlier this year. in partnership with Bishop host the Bishop Auckland “The Festive Fair is some- Auckland and Shildon Area and Shildon AAP Forum thing that we were keen to Please contact Action Partnership. event. continue due to the great Pauline Mcleavey Tel: 01388 603003 or The event, which regu- The forum event will be reputation the event has ButterwickB Email: [email protected] larly attracts around 2,000 an opportunity for people developed within the area Hospice Care Registered Charity no. 1044816 www.butterwick.org.uk/wills/ visitors, provides benefit to to vote on the priorities - it helps showcase the fan- local businesses, statutory that you think the AAP tastic range of businesses, organisations, community should focus on in the next organisations and commu- groups and local residents. financial year and there nity groups that we have Organisers, Groundwork NE will also be updates and within south-west Durham, & Cumbria, are looking for displays on the work of the as well as providing a great Fore Bondgate, Bishop Auckland a wide selection of quality AAP, its projects and its Christmas shopping expe- stalls with handmade partners. rience and a fun festive Karaoke Every Friday from 8pm crafts, food, and gifts etc. Grace Crawford, from event for people to enjoy.” with music from 60s, 70s, 80s, Soul and Motown The event can also provide Groundwork said, “This If you are a business, or- Every Saturday Disco a much needed fundraising will be the 17th Com- ganisation or community playing 60s, 70s, 80s, Soul and Motown, opportunity for community munity Festive Fair held group and would like to finishing late with 90s Anthems organisations, as well as within Bishop Auckland, book a stall, contact Ann WE SERVE SNACKS ALL DAY EAT IN OR TAKE AWAY giving local groups the in Groundwork’s 30th year Cairns at Groundwork on opportunity to promote of working within Durham, 01388 662666 or email Monday - Friday pints from £1.99, 12 noon - 1pm their work and activities and we hope it will be the ann.cairns@groundwork. 3 Plasmas + 1 large screen showing BT Sport, to people from across the best yet! org.uk. Places will be al- Horseracing & all other sports south-west Durham area. “This is a fantastic event located on a first-come, We have regular drinks promotions This year, in addition to that was initiated and first-served basis. Call in and see for yourself and sample our friendly atmosphere! The Bishop Press Issue 168 Saturday 3rd October 2015 Page 9 Join Butterwick for Building society supports a scary walk struggling community project

The grounds of Whitworth through the Dene and into Hall are once again to be the darkest depths of the the location of the spell- ghostly churchyard.” binding and entertain- Prizes will be given to the ing Butterwick Hospice winners of the pumpkin Scary Walk, on Friday 30th carving competition, along October at 4pm. with the Halloween fancy A spokesperson for But- dress contestants. Judging terwick commented, “You for both events will take will find pumpkin carvers, place at 5pm. stalls and games. Donning Tickets are on sale now your ghostly, ghoul and at £2 for adults and £5 for witches outfits why not children, available from join our Halloween dancers www.butterwick.org.uk/ before embarking on the scarywalk or by calling spine chilling scary walk 01388 603003. A quizzical curry evening Cultivate 4 Life project manager, Julie Costello and chairperson of the Bishop Auckland Community Partnership, Barbara Laurie collect a cheque from Darlington The Bishop Auckland Fun- the quiz, together with Building Society branch manager, Karen Collingwood. draising Group of Marie all those who contributed A local community project teaching self-enterprise nity fund. Curie held a Quizzical raffle prizes. that helps young people and providing a solid “Cultivate 4 Life has a huge Curry Evening at The Spice “Money raised will be used and adults create positive routine to its participants. impact on the people it Lounge in Fore Bondgate to provide end-of-life care changes in their lives has As part of its work within works with. It is unique in recently, raising a marvel- in the Bishop Auckland received a funding boost the community, Cultivate that it delivers one-to-one lous £955. area.” from Darlington Building 4 Life maintains the allot- support to users and works A spokesperson for The group meets at 1.30pm Society’s Bishop Auckland ments of those who are in with them to develop an the group commented, on the first Tuesday of branch. ill health, teaches school individual approach to “Thanks go to Issy and the month in the Commu- Cultivate 4 Life has children about the impor- helping them tackle their staff for a delicious meal, nity Fire Station on Watling received £255 from the tance of self-sufficiency problems, whether that be DJs from Bishop Auckland Road and new members are Newgate Street based and provides an opportu- unemployment, loneliness Hospital Radio who hosted most welcome. branch after it raised £55 nity for vulnerable people or lack of social skills. from a raffle, which was to create a social circle “Our funding will soon run James Kirwin Domestics Direct then boosted by a donation that provides support in out and we may be forced of £200 from the Society’s times of need. to bring the project to Plumbing & Heating ppliance epairs A R community fund. Karen said, “I’ve been a close, which would be All aspects of plumbing Washing Machines, Tumble Dryers, Branch manager, Karen aware of the unique work devastating for our users, and heating undertaken Electric Cookers, Collingwood was inspired that Cultivate 4 Life does as we are currently devel- Free advice & estimates Vacuum Cleaners, Dish Washers to fundraise for the en- for some time and I am oping plans with our com- vironmentally friendly very pleased to be able munity partners to be able 07956 403740 free local call out scheme after visiting to make a contribution to to provide a wider range of [email protected] Call Darren during an open day, during help support their activi- activities, experiences and which she saw how it helps ties. qualifications. Daytime: 07949 905 581 create better prospects for “I hope that Cultivate 4 “Cultivate 4 Life has rooted Evening: 01388 721 882 its participants and was Life can find the funding and is starting to grow. distressed to find that the that it needs to continue Now, we need funding and project was close to finan- its work on a long term support from organisations Find us on Facebook at cial collapse. basis. It would be a shame such as Darlington Building Based at Woodhouse Close to see such a fantastic Society in order to continue facebook.com/ allotments, the horticul- scheme shelved.” to grow and blossom.” tural project aims to help Julie Costello, project For more information, or bishoppress participants develop life coordinator for Cultivate to sponsor the project, and social skills, as well as 4 Life said, “We’re very contact Julie Costello on increasing their employ- grateful to Darlington 01388 609852 or email ment opportunities by Building Society for the fourclockscultivate4life@ No 1 LOCAL APPLIANCE boosting self-confidence, donation from its commu- btconnect.com. REPAIR CENTRE Specialists in Laundry, Refrigeration, Bishop’s Sports Bar Self employed? Kingsway - 01388 601439 Cooking, Dishwashing & Vacuums Need someone to complete your • Financial Accounts? Sat 3rd Oct: LIVE BAND Highly qualified Engineers to • Tax Return? • VAT Return? 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More than 200 vehicles why we are running regular The Mayor of Bishop were left either un-secured patrols to remind people Auckland has paid a visit or with items of value to leave their property to the Help for Heroes on display when officers secure. Phoenix House Recovery carried out force-wide car “This week’s patrols were Centre to find out how security checks this week. co-ordinated across the the money raised during Police officers, PCSOs and force area in an attempt to his term of office will be neighbourhood watch vol- get a true reflection of the spent. unteers all took part in the scale of the issue. We are Cllr. Lee Brownson chose to patrols, which were carried hoping that by drawing at- supp