Canal clean-up A massive "spring clean" is to Anglesey Basin near Chasewa­ be carried out next month on the ter. BROWN HILLS Wyrley & Essington Canal in Pel­ "In order to make an impact sall and Brownhills. on this interesting ten-mile The tidying-up operation, on stretch of canal, help is being March 27 and 28, has been sought from local schools, clubs and societies as well as from organised by the Inland Water­ ways Association as part of the individual volunteers," said a annual national Canal Clean-up spokesman. weekend. "Just a couple of hours of your time will make a tremend­ The association's Lichfield ous difference to the appear­ branch is concentrating on a ance of this small section of our 6,000 HOUSEHOLDS AND section of the Wyrley & industrial heritage." BUSINESSES MONTHLY Essington Canal between Bir­ Volunteers are asked to con­ chills junction at Walsall and tact Maddy Tite on 0922 684656. :Dead-end village as Teddy goes to bridge is renewed Hos ital Months of frustration and delays lie ahead for residents and traders at Clayhanger while one of the only two routes into the village is closed to traffic. In effect, the village will become a giant cul-de-sac for eight months to allow contrac­ tors to demolish Clayhanger Bridge and build a replacement. Cars, delivery vans, buses and emergency vehicles which would normally use Clayhanger Road face a lengthy diversion through Brownhills town centre to get to the village. A sign has been erected on the notorious hump-back bridge to advise drivers that the road will be closed. The road closure is yet another headache for villagers who are still coming to terms with proposals for a bypass and hundreds of new houses at Clayhanger. Walsall Council, which is in charge of the bridge project, has apologised to local people for any inconvenience but some are A giant teddy bear was on his Wood. Louise Whitney, a staff nurse at concerned about what would way to the Manor Hospital as a The jolly toy, which will pro­ the hospital. happen if there was a fire or acci­ result of a charity evening at vide company for young For the full story and another dent in the village. Harpers night club in Walsall patients, is seen here with picture, turn to page 3. (:ONTINUED ON PAGE 4 CROWN INTERIORS NEW STUDIO Also available a wide range of NOW OPEN Self Fit Units and Replacement FITTED Doors - most available from stock KITCHENS within 24 hrs. BEDROOMS For a no obligation free design & & quote or brochure BATHROOMS Monday to Friday 9.00 - 6.00 Ring 0543 453511 Saturday 9.00 - 5.00 Sunday 10.00 -4.00 59 HIGH STREET, BROWNHILLS 2 BROWNHILLS GAZETTE, FEBRUARY 1993 -- BROWNHILLS WALSALL WOOD BOXING 9A Coleshill Road, CLUB FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL Hodge Hill, Walsall Wood Boxing Club building and taking over the run­ should be encouraged. Birmingham B36 8DT have been given fresh hope in ning costs. "I'm going to do what I can to Opening Times their survival battle. But after learning of their make sure they've got long­ The club's future has been problem, local councillor Roger term, premises in Walsall Wood, Monday-Tuesday uncertain for some time Collins said he would do all he and I am negotiating with vari­ Thursday-Friday because the annexe at Streets could to help the club. ous departments regarding the 9.30 - 12.30 Corner School where they meet "The building they use is annexe building," said Council­ and train is due to be owned by the council, and at this lor Collins, who represents the Editorial: demolished in July. moment in time, it's down to be Walsall Wood ward and is chair­ A search for other suitable demolished," he told the man of the Brownhills/Aldridge Steve Parlett premises has been unsuccess­ Gazette. North area planning committee. 0922 685483 ful, and with time rapidly run­ "Obviously, I'm aware of the "My main commitment is to ning out, the club have consi­ condition of the building, but it's support the club in the retention or452840/1 dered making an offer for the a good club and I think they of some form of venue, and I see no reason why they shouldn't -Telephone--­ grow even more." Advertising Bob Harris, assistant secretary Brownhills and a coach at the boxing club, 452840/1 GOLDEN COUPLE said the school annexe was ideal I I for training sessions. and "We have already put the roof 0217896768 straight, and I am sure we could save the building one way or another," he added. Editor "I've got a team of around 18 Gazette Series boxers which I've built up, and if we don't have anywhere to train, Rosalie Bott it means putting the kids back on 0217896855 the streets. "I want to try to keep the place I've got, but if it does come Gazette Series down, there's no way the club is Sheldon/South Yardley, going to fold." Hodge Hill/Ward End, Castle Bromwich, Chelmsley Wood, Invitation Coleshill/Water Orton Brownhills, Harborne to lunch and Pelsall The residents committee at Monthly Gazette Series The Homestead in Ogley Road, Circulation 72,000 Brownhills have issued an invi­ George and Daisy Edwards of Parish Church on February 11, tation to any elderly local people Clayhanger have celebrated 1943. who would like to have Sunday PubJishers their golden wedding. When George came out of the lunch at the home. The couple, both now retired, Army, he worked as a lorry Baker Bond MThis invitation would give have lived in High Street for 32 driver before spending 14 years those elderly people living alone (Printing & years and are a popular couple driving coaches for Wicksons the opportunity to enjoy a nice Publishing) Ltd in the village. Travel in Clayhanger. Sunday lunch in a friendly P.O. Box 1 Daisy, who was a domestic at These days the couple go atmosphere with the residents Teddesley Street Day Nursery, dancing regularly at Aldridge 183 High Street, of the home," said committee Walsall, originally lived at Barns and Brownhills. secretary Gwen H James. Brownhills, Walsall, Farm, Rushall and met George They have three sons - Keith, "Will all those who would like West Midlands while he was working at the Terry and Philip - and two to accept this invitation to lunch local Co-op. daughters - Glenys and Janice - WS86HW please telephone Brownhills They were married at Rushall and eight grandchildren. 360120." - NEWOPENINGTIMES . , = ..:__~- Mon- ~ur 8 a.m. -10.00 p.m. TOTAL SUPPORT Fnday -8.00 • 6.30 - - ~ - -- Sat -8.00-6.00 FOR YOUR =-_, . 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Cars stolen include a BMW The Clayhanger Methodist from Cherwell Drive, a Ford Church Council decided at their Transit from Chester Road and a AGM that the Sunday evening Metro from Cherwell Drive. service should start at 4pm for A vehicle was stolen from the next two months, so that Humphries House car park and members can walk down the one from Warren Place. dark, lonely lane before late Four vehicles were damaged evening. Presentation time at Harpers: (from left) Jane O'Hare when attempts were made to People of all ages are wel­ (Lady Mayoress}, Claire Parr (bar manager, Harpers), break into them while parked at come to come to this lovely little Wayne Toon (assistant manager, Harpers), Louise Whitney Brown hills Comprehensive chapel, which has stood in (staff nurse, Manor Hospital) and Dorothy O'Hare (Mayor) School. Clayhanger Lane forthe past 106 Four pedal cycles were stolen years and has given spiritual when left unattended in Brown­ help and happiness to countless hi lls High Street, Watling Street people over the years. Club's boost for and Anglesey Road. Clayhanger Ladies Good There was a burglary at a Companions are closed for the house on Watling Street, next two months and will another at the Army headquar­ reopen on Monday, March 15 at Mayor's Appeal ters and a third at a tyre centre. 7.15pm. Cycle coding - price £1.50-will This group will celebrate its Customers dug deep into their our customers for showing such be taking place soon at Brown­ 40th birthday with a special pockets during a charity evening tremendous generosity, and hills. Full details from the police function. It was opened on at Harpers night club, Walsall everyone else who helped make station.