SKATE PARK KARATE Email: [email protected] D.P. EVANS & Co. Issue No 421 PLUMBING FEEDBACK POSITIVE STAR IMPRESSES Solicitors 30 years experience FREE LEGAL SURGERY Corgi registered The organisers of the proof that the local Fifteen students from the judges and winning her self adds to the success of a Legal Advice All aspects of plumbing work & Tuesday, 19th May meeting community would like this Chikara Dojo of Kyokushin the opportunity to represent grading, which took part at Every Thursday Ferryhill heating work undertaken. Karate, based in Great Britain in the New the club in April, when Very reasonable rates for at Chilton Workingmen's scheme to go ahead. 4.00pm to 6.00pm. condensing combi boilers. Club, which was held to "A number of those , performed York championships next everyone who took part Appointments available, but and Chilton www.thechapter.org No call out charges. support the building of a attending however, did not fantasticaly at the English month. passed with flying colours”. not necessary. Ferryhill, May 29th, 2009 £250 Grant Available for Over Full Contact Karate Emma who has been A spokesperson added, 3 Durham Road, Ferryhill. 60’s by Warm Front. proposed skate park have get the chance to fill in a At the heart of this wonderful community Tel: Dave Priestman expressed their gratitude to consultation form indicating Championships earlier this attending the club for 7 years "Attendance at the Tel: 01740 657 444 Contact The Chapter at the Council Offices, . those who attended and their preferred choice." month in Derbyshire. commented, “I am delighted competition was made email:[email protected] on 01740 656715 Tel & Fax: 01388 775896 Duty Journalist: 0790 999 2731 Mob 0793 157 8017 showed their support, Local residents who would From 10 different clubs that I have been asked to possible through our particularly the youngsters, like to voice their support around the UK, Europe and represent my country in sponsors who helped towards as far afield as Japan, around New York. It is a once in a the hire of the mini bus. We A SNIFF OF CRIME FERRYHILL GOLDEN COUPLE who were particularly keen for the planned skate park Police discovered roughly between us, what we thought 100 competitors vied for lifetime opportunity and I would therefore like to on the scheme. may visit the Town Council £30,000 worth of cannabis we had smelled. titles in two categories, am very proud to have thank The Green Tree Pub, CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARY A spokesperson added, "The offices or Henderson House after being called to a house "We went back and it turned knockdown fighting and achieved this.” M.W Anderson, Mayfair level of attendance was to complete a form. on a routine inquiry at a West out that we were right". Kata (patterns). Adam Walker, who runs the Cars, Conservatory World home. On Officer Kinsey said that they The club enjoyed success in club commented “We had an and Taylors Newsforce for JUST 150 VOTED FOR Thursday, PC Neil Kinsey had discovered a the Knockdown Category excellent and very successful their continued support." and his partner, PC Ian "sophisticated operation", with wins across many of the trip. It is wonderful to see For more details on joining Beacon, called at the which used a series of pipes different age groups. the students progress or supporting this unique club property to speak someone and fans to ventilate the HOSPITAL CHANGES In the women’s category through sheer dedication and contact Adam on 07713 According to recent figures Trust claimed that the about a completely unrelated house, and clear it of the Kata, Emma Craggs, 21, determination they are an 411198 or check out our from the Health Trust, fewer majority of the town matter. However, the two smell of cannabis. from Ferryhill, came first in asset to the region and great website at than 150 people in the town supported the plans. policemen could smell an A 20 year-old man who was her group, impressing the role models to their peers. It www.spennymoorkarate.co.uk. supported the decision to However, they came to this unusual odour. living at the property has remove Bishop Auckland’s conclusion from the results WEDDING NOTIFICATION The officers left the been arrested and the Accident and Emergency of a questionnaire in which LOCAL SHARE YOUR WEDDING WITH household before discussing cannabis plants were seized. Unit. leaving things as they are was S.A.F.C. THE CHAPTER the smell and its cause. PC The man was taken to Over 16,000 local residents not an option. Date...... Time...... Kinsey said, "We left, having Spennymoor Police Station. objected the proposals, The hospital will now FANS Venue...... Reception...... dealt with the warning, and He was released on police bail although the County become a centre for planned ...... we were able to confirm, after questioning. Shildon and District Groom...... Durham and surgery and rehabilitation. Bride...... Sunderland AFC Supporters' Occupation...... Occupation...... Club are holding their AGM Address...... FERRYHILL’S YARD Address...... Got a contribution? in Old Shildon Club (upstairs) ...... Ring us on - 01388 775896 on Sunday, 7th June at Best Man...... OF ALE BREWERY ...... or email us at 1.00pm. New members are Ushers...... Bridesmaids...... [email protected] welcome to attend. Page Boy...... SCOOPS AWARD David and Anne are presented with flowers by Eileen Martin, the Mayor of Ferryhill...... Flower girl...... The Yard of Ale Brewery, You can also leave it Wear Valley Campaign for On the 16th May, David and before working at Smart & were married...... Honeymoon...... based at the Surtees Arms, Real Ale (CAMRA) by Anne Owens from Raby Road Browns, Spennymoor, for 3 The golden pair also love at Ferryhill or Chilton library. Given away by...... Chilton Lane Ferryhill To Advertise member Gerry Vickers. celebrated their Golden David loves his cars, he has their holidays and have Dress (description)...... Station, is proud to announce The brewery is now planning Wedding Anniversary fifty three Mercedes, all of which, recently returned from a 14- ...... it has received its 2nd award Call Jeff on for its 2nd year of years after they wed. he absolutely adores. day Mediterranean cruise, The White Horse Other Information (location/guests/contact details/etc.) for its "One Foot in the Yard" production and has already Anne is a Ferryhill lass, born Anne loves her bingo and also which visited Gibraltar, 01388 775896 ...... ale. 23 Market Street, Ferryhill 01740 656774 taken receipt of new opposite the Methodist the Flower Club in . Florence, Barcelona and ...... The "Beer of 2009" award 0790 999 2731 equipment, which will help Chapel, in Prospect Terrace, She also enjoys attending Lisbon. They spent their ...... was presented during the Live Entertainment or email increase capacity and which is now North Street. coffee mornings at the same special, anniversary day in recent Surtees Beer Fest by efficiency. chapel where the couple Sun, 24th May Fri, 29th May thechapter Husband, David was born in Cannes. PHIL WHITHORNE STEVE FOTHERGILL & NEIL . @talk21.com DALE CARE The couple met on an ABC Sat, 13th June Fri, 26th June SKIP THE REST, bus from Coxhoe to TWISTER REMEDY LIMITED Ferryhill, Anne was working Middlestone Village Sun, 5th July Fri, 17th July JOHN’S DECORATING 13 Hope Street, Crook, CALL THE BEST! at Coxhoe Co-op at the DOUBLE BARREL JOHN HOLMES Co. Durham, DL15 9HS time, while David was 3 Course Sunday Lunch £6.50 (Time Served) Normal Sunday Lunch £4.95 Telephone: (01388) 768271 Bar snacks available all day. PAINTING ANYTHING! working at Bowburn Colliery, Served from 12pm – 2pm Sky Sports, Setanta Sports & At The Races Fax: (01388) 766164 where he got on the bus. THEN GIVE ME A RING! ORDERS NOW BEING TAKEN (Booking Advisable) Email: [email protected] David worked for the NCB For all your painting and Bar meals served daily 6pm – 9pm CORNER HEATING AND as a face worker for 35 years, Also Fridays & Saturdays 12pm-2pm PLUMBING decorating needs. As Preferred Provider to Durham County Council ELECTRICS No job too small Social Care and Health, Dale Care Limited Requires working at Bowburn, Free Function Room available for family and corporate events For all your Electrical Needs GAS SAFE REGISTERED Special rates for O.A.P’s JOHN WADE Tursdale, and Home Care Workers In The Following Regions: - No job too small COMBI BOILERS For a free estimate Easington collieries. FIRES - COOKERS THE SHIP INN SPRING BEER FESTIVAL Free quotations phone John on Ferryhill Later, he became a chimney ALL GAS WORK. HOME CARE WORKERS th st SERVICED & REPAIRED (01740) 657191 sweep, commonly known as 28 May – 31 May DISCOUNTS FOR OAPs SKIP HIRE Phone Paul on or 0775 983 8076 For Wear Valley, Chilton, Ferryhill, Shildon, “Vac Sweep”, for around 14 22 ales from all around the UK, as well as ciders and wines. Part P Registered Spennymoor, and surrounding areas. Member of the 07967 679998 FREEPHONE: 0800 9803560 years. David acquired the NIC EIC RO-BORO-BO AERIALS AERIALS UPCOMING EVENTS FIRST CHOICE From £6.20 - £7.40 per hr + travel expenses. AYCLIFFE QUARRY, AYCLIFFE, CO DURHAM contract for Sedgefield MAINTENANCE Borough Council houses (01740) 654751 New Digital Aerial Monday to Friday + Alternate weekends. Every Thursday – Quiz Night (Open the Box) Mob: 0772 520 5172 Chilton Based when the gas conversions To work with the elderly, young people with st Fitted For - £35 began. 1 Sunday of every month – Folk Night disabilities and children. We Can Also PRICE REDUCTIONS The happy couple have a All Welcome Network Your House Applicants must be caring with good daughter and a son, David R. communication skills. ON ALL SKIPS Charity C2C Bike Ride weekend 26th-28th June Owens, who worked with his If you are interested in any of the above We Will Match Any Quote Experience is an advantage but not essential as full TILL THE END OF MAY dad and still runs the business events please Contact Tony at The Ship Inn on All Work Guaranteed training and support is offered to all staff. today. years. She also worked 01388 810904 for more details. April Special 2009! for the United Bus Company For details on all positions above please contact Find us on the B6287 between Kirk Merrington for 4 years as a conductress. Extra Rooms From Julie Turner on & Coundon. Anne worked at Coxhoe and Existing Aerial From 01388 768271 Only £25 Per Room Ferryhill Co-op for 5 years Dale Care Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer 0783 578 9023 All vacancies are subject to an enhanced CRB check IN FULL COLOUR ON THE WEB: See us at www.thechapter.org

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A Ferryhill resident has wroteEditor in to question the role of In Memoriam Services For Sale IS YOUR NURSERY Corner the Town Clerk in ensuring that the council acts within ELLEN TROTTER Save Money on all of your For sale THE BEST? the law... May 31st Utility Bills, including Gas, Black Mobility Scooter, Dear Editor, April Showers Electricity, excellent condition, The Practical Parenting will also receive £1,000 Forever in our hearts. With reference to Councillor a part role of the Town Melting mists disperse with In autumn days will sway like As natures deluge quickly Home Phone, Quality, a good runner. awards are calling for worth of toys for their Ann, Laurie & Family Lamb's letter in The Chapter Clerk, and, with ignorance of warming sun rippling waves serene soaks them through Broadband & Mobile. Bought new nominations from parents preschool or nursery. 417, 1st May, regarding the the law inexcusable, could Rays of sunshine lancing Tinkling laughter of children Wondering when arriving JENNIE HODGES Get 5% discount on your Asking £480 (over £2000 new) across the north for the Nominations are Town Clerk's part role in Councillor Lamb inform gossamer spiders webs by pond bank side home what mother will do May 25th shopping and petrol too! Telephone: 01388 777918 Fisher-Price Preschool welcomed for any group Web : www.cheaputils.co.uk ensuring that the council acts readers if; Pollen encrusted wings of Glass jam jars full of Then shower recedes as Black, Leather Three Seater Nursery of the Year. who has made a real Tel : 07590 815145. within the law. (a) The Town Clerk failed honey bees buzzing begun frogspawn surreptitiously quickly as it begun Sofa, excellent condition The awards are designed to difference to the lives of Has Councillor Lamb to advise Councillors that Wall flowers colours smuggled home to hide Chirping black birds and song Almost new! give parents a chance to say the children Anyone PLANS DRAWN UP forgotten that nine months their action against the emanating from their Then suddenly April showers thrush join in the fun Extensions, conservatories, Only £200 thank you, by nominating wishing to nominate their ago, Ferryhill Town Council, allotment tenant was illegal. stamens legs break Raindrops seeping into earth loft & garage conversions, Telephone: 01388 777918 the practitioners they just local preschool or nursery in an act of (b) Councillors ignored Pond skater insects Leaving surface bubbles away sunrooms, garages, alterations couldn’t live without. can simply log on to maladministration, advice by the Town Clerk skimming water surface popping on pond water in Assuring flower splendour Tel: 01388 810156 ELECTION The winner will be invited www.practicalparenting.co.uk or 07972777568 supporting the need for an that to evict the tenant was trails their wake for the coming month of to the awards ceremony in and state why they Ombudsman at this level of illegal? Dragon fly’s wings re- Children dash with hair curls May. INFO London and have their story deserve to be crowned MOVING A THING? local government, and (c) Or did all agree to evict vibrating blue bodied tails on their foreheads sticking Submitted by Gordon The European elections will featured in a magazine, they nursery of the year. From £9.50. Call Phil. be held on the 4th June in bringing itself into disrepute, the tenant with the belief/ Barley fields now like blades Mud from heels flying as for Harris, address withheld. Phone 01325 321084 before a judge, were found to hope that no legal action of grass are seen shelter footsteps quicken or 07790 509925 the area of Durham. Polling One year has passed and it still stations will be open from be in breach of the law on an would ensue? hurts everyday, Lost 7am to 10pm. Details on the issure of evicting a disabled Afforded to other readers, it CHAPTER’S LOCAL WALKS Now you’re our beautiful angel, tenant from his allotment, is hoped that Councillor On Wednesday 3rd June at local history. Just wish God hadn’t location of your local polling 10.45am a walk will be A second walk from Coundon taken you away. Missing Since 24th May station can be found on your at a cost of thousands of Lamb uses The Chapter to TECHNICAL Loved always, never forgotten Male Jack Russell called Flyn the poll card that you should pounds to the tax payers of reply. taking place from Sedgefield car park, Auckland Way will George, Sandy, Sammie, 3 years old have received through your Ferryhill. Mr A. Kelly PROBLEMS town centre car park, take place on the 4th June Small, tan head and tail It’s your own Gemma, Dale & Addison door. There is a public Having informed readers of 7 Encombe Terrace. This week The Chapter has opposite St Edmunds Church at 6pm. The 3.5 mile route x x x One ear stands up Community Newspaper taking a 5.5 mile walking tour will take walkers around Black collar with silver paw helpline available until the once again suffered from to . The Auckland Park. There is a Birthday Memories prints around. election on 0800 3280280. Produced and read by members JOKE FOR THE WEEK technical difficulties A man and his wife were get our coffee.” resulting from our antiquated Walk, headed by Jennie small charge for both walks STEPHEN RUTHERFORD CLASSIFIED ADVERTS of this wonderful community having an argument about The husband said: “You are information technology Garrod, will consist of some and walking boots are (RUDDER) who should brew the coffee in charge of cooking around system. We would like to lovely countryside views and recommended. 45th Birthday, 3rd June IN THE CHAPTER each morning. The wife said: here and you should do it, Remembering a special apologise for any mistakes For just 35p per word you form to the right with your “You should do it, because friend on his birthday. because that is your job, and that have occurred as a result POEMS & LETTERS We miss you. can send a special message choice of words, along with you get up first, and then we I can wait for my coffee.” and also for any Paul, Cheryl, Liam & Lewis to a loved one, be it a your details, and post it, along don’t have to wait long to His wife replies: “No, you inconvenience that these Please send your poems & letters to 3 - 4 x x x birthday, anniversary, with any additional should do it and, besides, it is problems may have caused 1st Floor Offices, Shildon Town Council wedding, birth, exam success photographs, to: in the Bible that the man our readers. Wedding Anniversary P.J.R. Building Civic Hall Square, Shildon, DL4 1AH or memoriam. Classified ads 3 - 4 First Floor Offices, should do the coffee.” We hope to have these PLASTERING or email [email protected] are a fantastic way to mark Town Council Offices, Incredulous, the man replies: problems rectified soon. TAYLOR You can also drop them in at Ferryhill or Chilton DEB / GARY any occasion that will be Civic Hall Square, Shildon, CLASSIFIED FORM “I can’t believe that! Show seen in no less than 8,000 Co. Durham, DL4 1AH. Library in an envelope addressed to us. Best wishes on your 25th Hand this form into Ferryhill or Chilton Library or post it t All aspects of Plastering me.” So she fetched the Bible homes. If you prefer, you can also ABTEC Remember to include your name, address and Wedding Anniversary. 3 - 4 First Floor Offices, Town Council Building, Civic Hall Re-skims & Rendering and opened the New Enjoy the cruise For just £5 you can make leave your classified advert Square, Shildon, DL4 1AH. Testament and showed him ELECTRICIANS full contact details. Mam & Dad & Families the message extra special by at Ferryhill or Chilton Clean Service Specialists in House OCCASION: (Please tick) that at the top of several Your name and address can be x x x adding a photograph of your Library in an envelope Rewires & Safety Quality Workmanship pages it does indeed say... Inspection witheld on request. choice. You can also use a addressed to The Chapter Birthday Obituary Services Very Reasonable Rates HEBREWS. Showers & Electrical classified to advertise your and we will pick it up. You Anniversary For Sale / To Let Cooker Repairs Birth Birthday Memories No Job too Small Special OAP Rates Selling your house? business, items for sale or can make payment for your Congratulations Tell us about Please call me. services offered, absolutely adverts either by placing the Services Offered Phone for a Mark 01388 722208 anything! Simply fill in the correct amount of cash in the Appreciations Other (Please State) your event. RING NEIL ON FREE quote 01388 776665 envelope, enclosing a cheque Memoriam ...... 01388 775275 07919 215 959 made payable to The Call us on G. SMALLMAN NUMBER OF SEPARATE MESSAGES...... 0781 357 1929 Chapter, or include your CHIMNEY SWEEP MESSAGE(S) - (Please write in clear block capitals and continue 01388 775896 Credit or Debit card details. ALA REACH & WASH on a separate piece of plain paper if necessary) WINDOW CLEANING Member of the ...... No ladders required Guild of Master Sweeps ...... HETAS approved...... Cleaned with Why not make a special FERRYHILL TOWN COUNCIL purified water Cowl pot & cage fitted...... day that little bit more JUNE MEETINGS leaving windows ...... Telephone: 07973879055 special? spot & smear free (Based in West Cornforth) Classified ads are a fun ...... 2000 Committee - surprise for loved ones ...... Wednesday 3rd June, 2009 at 6.00pm in Ferryhill Town Hall 07913548838 celebrating birthdays, Civic Amenities Committee – anniversaries, weddings, TERRY STEPHENSON & SONS NUMBER OF WORDS = ...... Wednesday 3rd June, 2009 at 7.00pm in Ferryhill Town Hall births or any special J. DUNN - UNDERTAKERS - AMOUNT (x 35p) ...... occasion. Recreation Committee – HEATING & PLUMBING 160 YEARS IN FERRYHILL An ad costs just 35p per PHOTO INCLUDED? (£5) Yes No Wednesday 3rd June, 2009 following Civic Amenities Committee Gas Safe Registered Town Council COMPLETE FUNERAL SERVICE ARRANGED & word with an optional (If yes, please include a stamped addressed envelope if For All Boiler Wednesday 17th June, 2009 at 7.00pm in Ferryhill Town Hall PERSONALLY DIRECTED BY TERRY. photograph costs £5.00. you would like your picture returned to you.) 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Page 2 Ferryhill, May 29th, 2009 Ferryhill, May 29th, 2009 Page 7 VINTAGE CAR RALLY MECCANO HOPEFULLY MINISTER WELCOMES AIR AMBULANCE RIDES INTO EXHIBITION NOT A SEDGEFIELD MP’S INITIATIVE TO IN FERRYHILL An exhibition of working The Neville Community FERRYHILL Meccano Models will be held Centre is in Neville Parade, WASHOUT! HELP UNEMPLOYED possibility of hosting more at the Neville Community Newton Aycliffe. Admission On Saturday, 6th June the Sedgefield MP, Phil Wilson, the time of the global surgeries in the future and Centre from 11.00am to to the exhibition is £1 for young people of St Luke's has urged members of recession, it is important agreed that more flexibility 4.00pm on Saturday, 6th adults, children's entry is Phoenix group and their parliament, of all parties, to that we do all we can to help needed to be found in the June. As well as the free. Leaders will be found up to hold surgeries specifically those out of work. The Jobcentre Plus budget so exhibition, there will be a their elbows in soap suds targeted at the unemployed. surgeries I held were a small that community based tombola stall and a KID’S washing cars! Secretary of State for Works but effective means of events can be held so that refreshment service will be In the Church hall there will and Pensions, James Purnell, reaching out to people. people out of work can be operated by the centre's staff. KORNER be stalls, tombola and games. has welcomed the local MP's Jobcentre Plus needs the Q. Where do rabbits A spokesperson said, "While initiative on holding joint contacted closer to home. flexibility to think of

learn to fly? surgeries with Jobcentre Plus The Sedgefield MP raised innovative ways of engaging SHILDON ! Force Hare the In A. your car is washed why not have a cuppa and a toasty and other agencies to help the issue with James Purnell with people they may

sandwich? All of this will be people find work. in the House of Commons. otherwise miss. I’m pleased

GARDENS Q. Why do birds fly South? A crowd of onlookers watch the Air Ambulance landing. A. It’s too far to walk. to far too It’s A. In January and February of The minister replied: “We the Secretary of State is available from 10.30am - At around 12.25pm on chosen was risky and GUILD 12.30pm." this year, Phil Wilson would be very happy to help prepared to help. I encourage organised a series of surgeries any honourable Member all MPs to play their part in Monday, 25th May, a Great obviously dangerous. For a The Shildon Gardens’ and North East Air Ambulance pilot to be like this, a patient Allotments Guild is in it’s AGE CONCERN with Jobcentre Plus, Next from any part of the House ensuring as much help as Members of the DCVCS pictured alongside a Vintage Step, Business Link, local FE who wanted to provide such possible is made available to landed on an embanked or injured party must of been 30th year and would like to green area on Duncombe in desperate need.” Morris 10/4 (1934) at Mainsforth Sports Complex welcome gardeners from The ACTIVITIES IN colleges, Inbiz and the trade a service to their the jobless in their (from left to right: Colin Larcombe, Alan Harley unions GMB and UNITE, in constituents. I congratulate constituencies. We all have Bank in Ferryhill. For more information or to Chapter distribution area. A local who witnessed the donate to the Great North & Joan Harley and Paul Jackson) The Guild is open on Sunday FERRYHILL Wingate, Ferryhill and my Honourable Friend on a role to play. Ferryhill Town Council, in be a fantastic day out for all Age Concern are organising Tuesdays the Ferryhill Newton Aycliffe. the initiative he has taken, “I remember the recession saw the landing said, “This East Air Ambulance mornings only from 9.00am landing spot that had been www.greatnorthairambulance.co.uk partnership with the the family with plenty of to 11.30. activites for 50+ year-olds Literary Institute will host A total of 104 local residents and in particular on bringing of the 1980s when those out Durham County Vintage Vintage Exhibits to view, The guild is situated in the in Ferryhill. On Mondays, Tai-Chi classes between attended the events and together a number of of work were left to their own CLEAVES COURT Collectors Society (DCVCS), numerous stalls and Civic Hall Square, Shildon, from 11.00am to 12 noon, 12.30pm and 1.30pm. expressed, as part of the agencies to help people devices. This Government is have announced that, refreshments including a DL4 1AG. Membership of there will be an 'Excersize to For further information call valuation process, high who will be worried about doing all it can to ensure the CHARITY PLANT following the success of last licensed bar." the club costs £1. Music' class at Ferryhill 01388 720064. levels of satisfaction. 37 per how quickly they can get unemployed return to work year’s Vintage Rally at Organisers of the event Methodist Church and on cent went onto find jobs back to work. It is an as soon as possible. In the within 6 weeks of the events. excellent initiative that we 1980s, over 2000 people SALE Mainsforth Sports Complex, would like to invite residents CHARITY A Charity plant sale will be to be had. Phil Wilson has discussed are happy to support.” had been out of work for 12 a repeat rally will be taking and Vintage Collectors alike held on Saturday, 6th June at All profits raised by the event GUESSING with Jobcentre Plus the Phil Wilson MP said: “At months or more in my place again this year. to attend. 10.00 am at the entrance to will be donated to the Chil- constituency. Today the This year’s Vintage Rally will Admission to the event Cleves Court estate in dren’s Diabetic Trust Fund GAME Book your Garnetts Coach figure is 80. But one person once again be held at costs £2.50 for adults and Ferrryhill. care of Dr. Lamb at Bishop Denhurst Nursing Homes’ Trip through The Crier made unemployed is a Mainsforth Sports Complex 50p for children. A selection of good quality Auckland Hospital. For further information “guess how many sweets are tragedy and we should do all and will run from 11am until Upcoming trips include a Pennine Cruise on books will also be on sale, so Contact 01740 653626 for about the event contact in the jar” competition was we can to help.” 4.30pm on Saturday, 20th Saturday, April 25th, and a Mystery Tour on there will be lots of bargains further details. Alan Harley on 01207 won by Michelle Richardson and Sunday, 21st June 2009. Sunday, April 26th. Do you have leaflets A spokesperson for the rally 504392 or John Rogerson with the total of 311 sweets. Sentinel PETER PANICCA said, "The event promises to on 01740 652157. Denhurst Nursing Home Call us now on 01388 775896 Security Systems WHOLESALE WINDOWS AND JOINERY MANUFACTURER raised a total of £70.50 so for your business? 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Part P Registered sale of alcohol to be consumed off the premises between the Fencing, Decking, Member of the Elsdon on Two courses £6.95, One course £4.95 Doors etc Telephone NIC EIC following hours: 01740 656619 EARLY BOOKING ESSENTIAL Monday - Sunday inclusive: 08.00-22.00 01388 776012 (01740) 657045 or mobile 0788 788 6558 07919 156221 (Closed Christmas Day) BLINDS FACTORY SHOP Mobile: 0788 172 2393 Representations should be made in writing to: A5 buy direct from the factory and save The Licensing Section, Environmental Health Department, FERRYHILL CATHOLIC CLUB Durham County Council, Council Offices, Spennymoor DL16 Flyers Tel: 01740 652697 6QJ by 25 June 2009. Free Measure & Fitting £££’s 1000 Sat, 30th May Persons wishing to inspect the licensing register may do so at the Free HOME SELECTION SERVICE Top Male Vocalist above address between the hours of 9.00 - 17.00 Monday to Phone the North East’s original master blind maker ‘Dek Jackson’ Thursday and 09.00 - 16.30 Friday. It is an offence to knowingly £20 Siesta Blinds or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an Siesta Blinds on 01325 309003 £1.00 Cover Charge applications which carries a maximum fine of £5,000. 1 Brighouse Court, Newton Aycliffe Ind. Park. Ask about our next day fitting on vertical blinds Admission For Members and Bona Fide Guests. Dated 15 May 2009 Page 6 Ferryhill, May 29th, 2009 Ferryhill, May 29th, 2009 Page 3 GROUP TAKE A CLEVE’S CROSS’ GLOWING GET FIT, GET ACTIVE, BEWARE: CHANCE ON SHOW OFSTED REPORT GET GOLFING! IRRESPONSIBLE DOG The youth musical theatre ‘Abbacadabra Magic’ of Cleve's Cross Primary For those who are looking Recreation Programme. to 25 age group, ladies group “The Tearaways” will singing and dancing”. School recently underwent for a different and exciting The sessions will commence outside of this age range are OWNERS be taking a big chance on Performances of the show an Ofsted inspection, and way to exercise and meet on Monday, 8 th June at Oak invited to contact Marie Ferryhill Town Council has eyesight, the irresponsible their next production, are on Thursday 18th and Ofsted's conclusions have new people a new council Leaf Leisure Complex, Ramsey (contact details received numerous dog owners must stop or be entitled “Hey Mamma I’m Friday 19th June at 7.30pm now been published. scheme may provide the Newton Aycliffe, between below) for more information complaints about some caught and fined." M.I.A.”, which will be and Saturday 20th and The final report was answer. 6.00pm and 7.00pm, and will on the classes available. irresponsible dog owners not The Town Council in performed at Shildon’s Civic Sunday 21st June at 2.00pm. impressive, with 29 out of A new series of golf sessions run over a period of 10 All sessions must be booked discarding of their used dog response to these concerns Hall. Tickets are priced £4.00 for 33 categories being judged as are about to be launched weeks. The sessions are in advance as places are bags in one of the numerous is placing signs around the A spokesperson for the adults and £2.00 for children outstanding, the others were exclusively for ladies wishing aimed at beginner level, limited. dog bins around Town, and park advising dog owners to group said, “This show was and concessions. All seats judged as good. to undertake a different however, participants of all For further information in particular those at the dispose of their dog bags the young peoples’ idea, and can be pre-booked by Both the staff and the sport. A round of golf is great abilities are welcome to about this and other activities entrances to Dean Bank correctly and issuing press contains all the Abba hit phoning (01388) 774838 or children were very pleased exercise and provides quality attend. The aim of the within the Young Women’s Park. Instead, some dog releases as well as requesting with the results, and felt that owners are throwing the bags CCTV monitor the situation. songs from the movie and from The Chapter’s office Cleve’s Cross school basks in glorious sunshine while a time to socialise with friends sessions will be to provide a programme, or to book a their hard work and full of dog faeces into the They warn irresponsible musical of Mamma Mia. It between 9.00am and recent Ofsted report was equally glowing. and family. friendly golf competition at place on the Golf sessions, is a two-hour show of pure 5.00pm. commitment were well The sessions are being the end of the 10 week please contact Marie overgrowth around the owners that Durham County rewarded. Perhaps the most glowing of the school council take their introduced by Durham programme. Ramsey (Young Women’s perimeter of the park. Council community Wardens PLANK ATTACK TEEN The Ofsted report stated that Ofsteds references was about role seriously, are involved County Council and are Each session is priced at Coordinator, Durham This is causing a severe health visit the park to try and the school's 'oustanding' the personal development of in decisions about the school aimed primarily at young £2.00 and all equipment is County Council) on 01388 risk for the general public but catch the culprits, who will GETS ASBO leadership and management the school's pupils. and respond maturely to women aged between 16 and provided. 816166 ext 4512. in particular youngsters who be given a £80 on the spot A Ferryhill teenager has been - in Ferryhill, being in the was at the heart of its The Ofsted report said, opportunities to state their 25, as part of the Young While the programme is Please note, appropriate quite often have to retrieve fine. given a two-year Anti-Social company of Callum Burrell, success. Pupils' progress at "The quality of care, views." Women’s Sport and Active specifically aimed at the 16 footwear must be worn. footballs from these areas. If you are aware of the Behaviour Order (ABSO) Carl Tweedy, Graham the school was said to be, guidance and support is A spokesman for local culprits and can name them after hitting a man with a Simpson and/or Curtis "above and often well above outstanding. The pupils’ W.I. ON THIS DAY - MAY 29TH footballers said, "This is not or give details, contact the plank of wood. Wilkinson on any open land the national average". personal development and 2005 - A national referendum President of Nigeria. , at Canterbury only disgusting but could Town Council on 01740 Ferryhill Magistrates heard or at any location frequented The curriculum of the school well-being, including their OPEN in France rejected 1985 - 39 football fans were Cathedral. result in a child losing their 652157. that 15 year-old Aaron by the public, except Dean was praised as being 'first spiritual, moral and social ratification of the European killed, and at least another 1972 - Three Japanese Jones, of Newton Street, had Bank Recreation Ground class' and well-supported by and cultural development are MEETING Union Constitution. 400 injured, when a wall gunmen killed 26 people in ACTIVITIES AT attacked James Nash, 49, and - Directing missiles at extra-curricular activities. also outstanding. Members of Ferryhill Village WI will be 2004 - 22 people were killed collapsed during crowd Lod International Airport in shouted abuse at shop staff. property or motor vehicles holding an open meeting, when Islamic terrorists violence at the Heysel Tel Aviv, Israel. FERRYHILL LADDER Jones' ASBO prohibits: - Entering or being in the with a 'showbiz' theme, on attacked two oil installations Stadium, in Brussels, only 1968 - Manchester United Wednesday, 3rd June. The CENTRE -Harassing, intimidating, vicinity of Sicilianos, Bravo and a compound housing minutes before the start of became the first English The Ferryhill Ladder Centre Our thanks also to Children event will start at 6.30 p.m. threathening, assaulting or Pizza or Pizza Time BIKING FOR FITNESS foreign workers in Al- the European Cup Final football team to win the were recently delighted to in Need." Unfortunately, the group abusing any person - Encouraging others to The County Durham "The weekly cycling sessions Khobar, Saudi Arabia. between Liverpool and European cup after beating discover that the group had The Ferryhill Ladder Centre Harmonise, who were -Damaging or interfering commit any act that is Primary Care Trust, in are suitable for all ages and 1999 - After 16 years of Juventus. Benfica 4 -1. proved successful when offers a wide range of scheduled to perform at the with others' property prohibited by the ASBO. partnership with Durham abilities and are led by military rule, Olusegun 1984 - Police and striking 1914 - Cruise liner, Empress applying for a grant from services to the local event, have had to cancel, County Council, has qualified cycle marshals. Obasanjo took office as miners clashed near of Ireland collided with a Children in Need. 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