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An individual can contact us by: Phone: 01773 740246 - ask for the Counselling Coordinator Email: counsell@dcil.org.uk Letter: Disability Derbyshire, Park Road, Ripley, Derbyshire DE5 3EF Where counselling is offered following assessment this is for up to 12 weeks at a venue to suit the client. Please note we do not offer counselling in the home. There is no charge for the counselling but a donation of £5 per session is encouraged to go towards the work of the charity.

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[It was] helpful to me to have opportunity to speak with a person who is not part of my family or friends group, not a medical person. Helped to step back and get better perspective, helped to begin to prioritise demands made on me in relation to my own needs.

The experience has been so helpful and has enabled me to accept my situation and move on with a much better quality of life.

To be able to discuss and analyse ones problems, doubts and hopes with someone outside the family who is prepared to listen sympathetically. I have found to be true that you will feel better if you can get it ‘off your chest’.

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Editor’s Message Here we are in 2016! It’s hard to believe that I started this little mag back in 2010 and it hasn’t always been easy but I’m happy to keep sending it out for as long as you want me! Again, I have the utmost respect and am thankful for the support of all of our advertisers. I’ve used a massive proportion of the advertisers in the mags personally and those that I haven’t…well I know someone who has and that’s what makes Voice magazines so special to me.

I could make it thick with back to back advertisers, page after page of same professions but who wants to read that when you can just go straight to the best selection!!

I also want to extend my gratitude to Gary and the other regular contributors.

Gary is marmite, we all know that but for one man’s opinions and moanings to cause such a ruckus, it can only be a good thing!? It doesn’t bode well for us all to be the same and I think that different perspectives broaden the mind. So next time you read his column, don’t get irritated by it (well you can if you want?!) but personally, he might just have a point, on some level. Yes, mostly he talks out of his blow hole but heyho ;-) Also, thanks to David & Jill who walk millions of miles to bring us some fantastic walks. Yes, they are sometimes a little long (bear in mind, I walk every single one and nobody moans like me when I’m stood halfway up a steep hill!). However, there are many hours of thought, care and perspiration that go into these walks, to bring you something different that is just ever so slightly out of our area but still within 30mins drive.

In keeping with a change in year and the concept of ‘out with the old and in with the new’, we bid farewell to our Dad & his Lad and welcome Cooper’s Corner!

In all seriousness John and Archie had been writing their column for around 18 months and their loyalty and commitment to me and the magazine leaves me eternally grateful. They continued writing when others wouldn’t have and I for one will miss their roguish and ever so slightly bias synopsis of football ;-).

However, New Year, new start and I feel very fortunate to have Barry Cooper on board. He is a journalist, I’m fairly sure he loves all things sport and I think he might be another Forest fan (sorry Rams L)!

Whilst I am on football…this month, I have 2 sets of tickets to give away for Chesterfield FC. We did this last year and our friends at NAPIT have come good again! The matches aren’t until March and April (as I got a choice of games and wanted to pick some good ones!!) but I’m sure it will be worth the wait. So, spot the icons and email the page numbers over to me on the email address below and I’ll pop your name in the hat. Entries close on Monday 18th Jan and you have to be in it to win it!

Finally (before my beloved designer has a dicky fit about word count & space!), check out the noticeboard this month if you want your drive clearing or gritting, reasonable prices, any size area covered….what a fabulous idea (at the time of writing, no sign of snow but a definite possibly of some frost, so apologies if I look like a plank due to the biggest snowfall in the world ever!!)

Thanks again for continuing to read and support Voice Magazines and I look forward to reaching more people in 2016 J Happy Reading,

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Cooper’s Corner Follow Barry on Twitter @bazdjcooper Let’s give a warm welcome to journalist Barry Cooper, who will be bringing all things sport to us each month in his new column for Voice Magazines. I feel extremely honoured and pleased that he has agreed to do this with seemingly very little coercion! The January column discusses the dark side of sport, specifically football which marred much of 2015.

The curious, alarming case that is FIFA just cannot keep itself out of the headlines.

No matter how hard football’s governing body may try, the skeletons continue to dust themselves off and exit the closet, a closet that wouldn’t look out of place in Narnia.

World football is in complete and utter disarray and for those with a genuine passion for football, they must be despairing at the state of what we all know as the beautiful game.

Sadly, the people who are supposed to be guardians of the game across the world, charged with the very task of safeguarding the credibility of the most popular, well-known sport on the planet are the ones doing their best to pull it to pieces.

Sadly, football isn’t the only sport that’s being dragged through the proverbial gutter at the minute, with cycling and athletics two other high profile sports that are battling to prove their integrity.

But it is football that brings the biggest scandal.

The governing body has long been associated with corruption allegations, with doubt continually cast over the awarding of sponsorship deals and World Cup’s dating back years.

After presiding over world football since 1998, president Sepp Blatter has been suspended pending an investigation, while the man who holds that position within UEFA (Europe’s football

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governance authority), Michel Platini, has suffered the same fate after a payment between himself and FIFA has been investigated.

Platini had hoped to take over from 79-year-old Blatter later this year.

Football is in such a state that the next two World Cup’s in Russia (2018) and Qatar (2022) will go ahead as expected, but with a huge shadow engulfing them that will never, ever be forgotten.

Before we get to Moscow in two years’ time, much water will pass under the bridge and it will take a brave man to forecast what shape the game will be in by the time a ball is kicked under the gaze of the world.

Sport at an elite level, and I include all sports in this, needs to be clean of corruption and not until that happens, will football, cycling, athletics and the like regain their credibility and trust.

It won’t be easy, there will be more exposing media stories, FBI investigations and sorry revelations, but unfortunately, the tireless commitment, dedication and work of athletes the world over is being tarnished by those in suits and with endless reams of power – it is they who deserve to know that their livelihoods, their profession is clean and credible.

Only time will tell if we’ll ever get to that stage, sadly, I have my doubts.

Barry Cooper

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We hope that you enjoyed a peaceful Christmastime and we are sure that many of you would have received new and expensive gifts, including gadgets, equipment and bikes.

We want to take this opportunity to offer you some security advice to ensure you keep your valuable items safe.

Crime prevention tips include: • Security marking your property using special forensic marking kits such as SmartWater; • Leaving a light on in your home when you go out to make it look like someone is in. Perhaps consider using light, radio or television timer switches to come on at certain times, especially during the darker nights; • Making sure your vehicle is secure when you leave it unattended and ensuring no valuable items such as sat-navs or mobile phones are left on display inside; • Considering investing in a good quality lock to secure your motorcycles and pedal bikes outside your property; • If you store your bike in a shed, garage or outbuilding then make sure it is secure. Fit good quality locks and install an alarm and motion-sensitive lighting to detect if someone is outside your property; a • Noting down serial numbers and take photos of your equipment. In the event of it being lost or stolen it will help police to trace the items; • Registering your property with Immobilise, www.immobilise.com, a free, national, police approved register for valuables. If you are unfortunate enough to have your items stolen, this can help police to trace and recover your items for you.

Safer Neighbourhood officers are on hand to offer more crime prevention advice and listen to your issues or concerns.

If you wish to speak to a member of your local policing team, call 101, the non-emergency number for Derbyshire police.

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Alfreton Rambling club is 50 years old this year and would like to invite current and past members to a social event on

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Refreshments will be provided and for more information contact terry on 07891 517057 or Dave on 07543 100655.

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Alfreton & District rAmblers club Bring a drink and packed lunch. Suitable footwear and clothing required. New faces made welcome.

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Sunday walks meet at 9:30am at Alfreton Library Car Park Thursday walks meet at 9:50am Alfreton Bus Stand

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Jon will give us a talk about the Woodside Reserve near Shipley Park, giving us an account of the farming calendar year, and some aspects of the background of the area and then in Feb, Join us to discover the history of Twycross Zoo, how it all started and where we are today.

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St. Thomas’s Church, Somercotes – Upcoming Events parish mass in church with sunday school in the adjacent village hall will be held on each Sunday in January starting at 9:30am followed by refreshments in the village hall everyone is most welcome. on every Wednesday in January at 10:00am a mass will be held in church followed by tea /coffee and biscuits all welcome.

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Louise’s TraveL Page HI my name is Louise and I would like to welcome you to my monthly travel page. I have lived in the village most of my life and worked in travel for over 30 years. Each month I will bring you the latest travel news and information to help you with your holiday or business trip.

Happy new year! I don’t know if you are like me but once Christmas and New Year are over I want to plan my next holiday to give me something to look forward to. During the cold dreary winter let me help you plan for some sunshine to give you something to look forward to in 2016.

Travel Counsellors are unique in having our own dedicated 24/7 Duty Office. This means that we have information at our fingertips to deal with any situation that may affect your travel plans from severe weather, travel disruptions or strikes and any other disruptive events. This means that we are on the case and often have solution before we even call you.

“I was amazed that on a motorhome holiday touring New Zealand, Louise was calling, texting and emailing me after hearing about a local earthquake. She wanted to make sure we were both ok and to see if there was anything she could do to assist us. I have never been looked after so well before!” Berni Lewis.

I don’t charge a fee for the service I provide as the suppliers I can use pay me a commission.

As a truly independent agent I am not tied to any tour operators so you can rest assured that the holiday you book is perfect for you.

Did you know I now have an office in the South Normanton Business Centre? If you would like to make an appointment to come and see me, please give me a call.

I am available 7 days a week to take your enquiries and 24/7 whilst you are away in the event of an emergency. For all your travel needs, business or leisure please call me on 01773 318910 / 07973 306280 or email me louise.cutting@travelcounsellors.com and experience the very best in customer service.

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Rambles with Rafa Well another year has arrived and with it no doubt the regular New Year’s resolutions to do more exercise. So why not enjoy it and get out into the great outdoors with your furry companions! David from JH Legal continues his sterling efforts to bring us the very best variety of walks, taking us somewhere different each month and stretching our horizons. This walk is a nice easy one to get you going again but there still some cracking views.

5.5 mile circular from Bestwood Country Park

A nice easy going walk for you and your dog! This reasonably flat walk should take around 2 hours and is a great way to blow off some cobwebs after your Christmas indulgences. There is a range of terrain, with some muddy and uneven sections. There are also a couple of road sections, so take plenty of care and make sure you wear appropriate footwear for the conditions.

Starting Point: Bestwood Country Park, Park Road, Bestwood Village NG68ZA

1. From the car park pass through a metal kissing gate adjacent to the car park entrance and turn immediate left keeping Bestwood winding engine house on your right.

2. Continue straight ahead until the path splits in two. At this point bear left following a signpost for ‘Adventure playground’. Continue straight ahead and eventually pass a signboard reading ‘Big wood 20 mins’. Continue straight ahead into some woodland and when the path splits in two bear right signposted for ‘Big wood 15 mins’.

3. Continue along this path winding and twisting steep uphill. At the top of the hill turn left at a T junction of paths. Now continue straight ahead with houses on your right and woodland on your left.

4. Continue ahead staying close to the houses until reaching a tall metal fence on your right. Continue close to the fence for a short distance and then follow the path slightly left away from the fence. After a short distance the path splits in two. Bear right and then continue for a very short distance and turn right at a crossroads of paths signposted for ‘Bestwood lodge gardens’.

10. Continue straight ahead going uphill. After a short distance climb up some steps and then continue following the path uphill. A short distance after the path has levelled out bear right along a path to come out of the woodland into an open field.

11. Cross the open field diagonally downhill. At the bottom corner pass through a gap and continue straight ahead to cross another field. At the far side, continue straight ahead to pass through a gap and cross a 3rd open field diagonally.

12. At the far side of this field bear right and continue downhill along a lane keeping a hedge on your left.

Continue along the lane passing a barn on your right and then follow the lane to a road and turn left along the road.

13. After some distance turn right off the road onto a lane signposted for ‘Mill Lakes’ Continue straight ahead for a short distance and then pass through a metal kissing gate and continue straight towards a lake.

5. Continue straight ahead and gently downhill. At the bottom of the hill the path splits in two. Bear right and now continue gently uphill until reaching a metal kissing gate. Pass through the gate and turn left along a lane.

6. Continue along the lane for a short distance going gently downhill. Just prior to a metal gate and signpost reading ‘10MPH’ bear right to continue along the lane.

Continue for some distance and then pass through a metal gate to continue along the lane.

7. Continue for some distance and then pass through a metal gate and onto a single track tarmac road.

Continue straight along the road. Continue for some distance until passing by a barrier and a signboard reading ‘Killarney Park’.

8. Immediately after the barrier bear left going downhill along ‘Squires Drive’. At the bottom of the hill you will come to a square of tarmac. At this point continue straight ahead along a narrow lane. After a very short distance you will pass by a marker post on your right and over a cattle grid.

9. Continue for a very short distance and then follow the lane around to the left to continue with a tall wooden fence on your right. Continue until the lane bears sharp right. At this point turn left go forward for a very short distance and then pass through a gap into some woodland.

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14. Just prior to the lake bear right along a footpath.

Continue to a T junction of paths and then turn left to cross over a footbridge. Shortly after the bridge turn left along a footpath keeping the lake on your left.

15. Continue for some distance and then cross a footbridge over a river with tall railings on both sides. Continue straight for a short distance and then cross a footbridge over a road.

17. Continue for a very short distance and then pass through a metal gate. After a short distance and at a T junction of paths, turn left and continue ahead.

18. Continue for some distance and then at a T junction of paths turn left. Continue ahead passing Bestwood winding engine house on your left. Continue to return to the car park.

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Out & About

A daily guide to some of the local clubs and groups in your area

Monday

St. Andrews Baby & Toddler Group The Old School House, Swanwick. Term time - 10am - 11.30am & 1.30pm - 3pm. From young babies to school age.

Contact Sara t: 01773 608083 m: 07736 927854 Tots & Toddlers Somercotes Children’s Centre, N’ham Road, DE55 4LY - A fun range of activities for children aged 1-3 years. 1.30pm - 3pm.

Contact 01773 604843 Dog Obedience Classes Vacancies for this continuous class at Pentrich Village Hall, 7pm until 9pm. Call Margaret for more info on 07917 854486 Amber Valley Voices Friendly group that takes place at the Old School House, Swanwick, 7:30pm, Call Angie 01773 605050 for more info.

Soroptimist International Amber Valley The Women’s International Service Organisation - a global voice for women. Meets every 2nd Monday, 7-30 pm at Firs House, Firs Gardens, High St. Alfreton. Contact 01773 745082 or 748606 South Normanton Gardeners Association Friendly group that meets on the 2nd Monday of the month at the Post Mill Centre, SN at 7:30pm. Call Nigel on 01773 811429 Adult St John classes are held at Dunniclffe House, Hilcote Street, South Normanton from 18.00 - 19.30, if anyone is interested in becoming a member contact the St John Ambulance Regional Office in Chesterfield or visit the St John Ambulance website for further details.

E.M.J.J.A Jiu Jitsu & Kobudo Cub Monday at Alfreton Community Hall, Mansfield Road, Alfreton.

7.30pm -9.00pm. £5.00 per lesson. First lesson free. Contact Sensei D Kershaw on 07840 327134 or email darrenker@sky.com New Toddler Group Monday mornings at Church of Christ, Colledge Street, Riddings, from 10am starting on Monday 2nd November. Places may be limited, so contact Chris on 01773 779839 to register your interest.

Tuesday

Amber Friendship Group Meets on the 2nd Tuesday each month 2:30 to 4:30pm at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall for entertainment & afternoon tea. Call 01773 604204 for more info.

Weekly Child Health Clinic Somercotes Children’s Centre, Nottingham Rd, Somercotes, DE55 4LY - 1pm - 2.30pm. Drop in for health advice and baby weigh. Contact - 01773 604843 Dance Group Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings, DE55 4EW - 8:30pm - 10:30pm. Come and join a friendly group.

Coffee Morning Swanwick Baptist Church, Derby Road, Swanwick, DE55 1BG, hosts coffee, chat and crafts from 10am until 12pm.

Swanwick Cygnets Toddler Group Meet at the Old School House, Swanwick. Term time - 9.15am 10.45am. Contact Angela - 01773 606329.

Luncheon Club At Swanwick Methodist Church, Derbys Road, Swanwick. DE55 1AB. Contact Gill on 01773 607860 for more details.

Starter & Sweet Lunches Held on the 4th Tuesday of each month, 12-2pm at St James Church, Riddings. Contact Mrs Allsopp 01773 607590.

Somercotes Choral Society Rehearsals 7:15-9:15 at Swanwick School & Sports College.

New members welcome; no formal audition. For more info, contact Howard on 01773 602335.

NRAS Chesterield (National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society) On the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm until 8pm at Bridge Street Methodist Church, Bridge Street, Pilsley. S45 8HE.

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Derbyshire Wildlife Trust Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings. Each month there is a rafle and speaker with topics of interest.

Swanwick WI 3rd Weds each month at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall, 7:30 9:30pm. Call Pam 01773 602335 for more info.

Oakwood Royal British Legion Meet at the Oakwood Community Centre, 8:30- 10:30pm. All welcome for socials & branch meetings. Call 01332 679282.

Alfreton Town Juniors U14’s 7-8pm at Somerlea Park astro pitch, call Ben on 07972 927236.

Watchorn Tots Parent and Toddler Group Watchorn Church, Derby Road, Alfreton. Term time - 10am 11.30am Contact Judith - 01773 526012 PEEP’s for 1 year olds Somercotes Children’s Centre, Nottingham Road, Somercotes, DE55 4LY. 1pm - 2:30pm. (term time only) Helping parents and carers with ideas to support their children’s early learning through play. Contact - 01773 604843 Over 50’s Sequence Dancing Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings, DE55 4EW. 2pm - 4pm. Small friendly group enjoying light exercise and friendship. Rafle tea and biscuits. Contact 01773 607907 Baby Group Held at Pinxton Nursery School, Kirkstead Road, Pinxton. NG16 6NA. 1 – 3pm, All under 1’s welcome. Call 01773 863105 Alfreton Singers Swanwick School & Sports College (formerly The Delves) 7.15 -9pm.

Mixed choir of friendly singers. Call Claire 01773 835316.

Alfreton Nursery School and Children’s Centre, Parent & Toddler Drop in Alfreton Nursery School, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA - Term time - 9am - 10am - Contact Angela Stanton : 01773 520031 Greenhillock’s Fellowship Over 50’s club at Wood St Methodist Church, Ripley. Wed 2pm to 3:30p. Call David on 01773 423854 AVRUFC Senior Section Training during close season takes place at Amber Valley RUFC, Lower Somercotes (opposite Pye Bridge Ind Est.) starts at 7pm - 8.30. Contact Stuart Artliff 07966 867946 or Gareth Pilkington 07772 366157.

South Normanton Dramatic Society We meet at the Post Mill Centre in South Normanton, 7:30pm until 10pm. Contact Ian at sthnormds@gmail.com or FB www.facebook.com/SNorDS for more information.

E.M.J.J.A Jiu Jitsu & Kobudo Cub Wednesday at Alfreton Leisure Centre, Church Street, Alfreton.

7.00pm – 8.00pm. £5.00 per lesson. First lesson free. Contact Sensei D Kershaw on 07840 327134 or email darrenker@sky.com

Thursday

Alfreton Society of Painters 7pm- 9pm at Pennytown Court Community Rooms.

Visit www.alfretonsocietyofpainters.com for more info.

Alfreton & District U3A Meet every second Thursday of each month at Christ the King Church Hall, Nottingham Road, Alfreton at 2pm. Contact Anne Wilcoxson on 01773 606637, email anne.wilcoxson@gmail.com or Douglas Lackey on 01773 832449, email douglasu3a@outlook.com. leabrooks Cougars FC Training sessions for U13’s. 6-7pm at Swanwick Hall School.

Contact Andy on 07811 227720.

Alfreton Male Voice Choir Rehearsals 6:45pm at Palmer Morewood Social Club, Hall Street. New members welcome- no audition, just a love of singing. 01773 833391

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Childminding Network Somercotes Children’s Centre, Nottingham Road, Somercotes, DE55 4LY. 9am - 11.30am. Contact - 01773 604843 Riddings WI Meet on the 3rd Friday of each month at Hathersage Drive Community Centre, Leabrooks. 7-9pm. New Members welcome.

Contact Marion on 01773 607104.

Alfreton Nursery School and Children’s Centre, Parent & Toddler Drop in Session.

Alfreton Nursery School, Grange Street, Alfreton., DE55 7JA Term time -1.30pm - 2.30pm. Contact Angela Stanton 01773 520031 Swanwick Absolute Beginners (jogging group) Swanwick Primary School at 9am. (term time only) Contact Jackie on Alfreton Nursery Tiddlers and Toddlers 07966 603710. (www.activederbyshire.co.uk/jog/) School and Children’s Group - Alfreton Alfreton Rendezvous Group (over 60’s) Autumn Session starts at Centre, Parent & Children’s Centre, Grange 2pm on 25th September at Firs House. Our programme is varied with Street, Alfreton, DE55 lots ofToddler Drop in interesting topics. Do come along, you will be most welcome.

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Saturday

Nursery School, Grange Run by parents and Street, Alfreton., DE55 open to all. Contact - 7JA - Term time -1.30pm 01629 533066 A.D.A.S.C Football Club - 2.30pm. Contact Angela Various training sessions for 5 - 16 year olds. Availability for 5 year Stanton 01773 520031 olds to start training next season and 6 & 7 years olds required for the summer league. Contact Barry on 01773 836017 Monthly Coffee Morning From Saturday 1st August held each month on the first Saturday from 10 am to noon. We will have a fantastic selection of scrumptious home-made cakes, Plants in variety and so much more. Entry is free. Held in Somercotes village hall, next to St Thomas parish church. Everyone Welcome.

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Sunday

Greenwood Archery Meet at Swanwick Pentrich Road Football Club on High@ield Road at 10am. Call Simone on 01773 602605 for more details.

Amber Valley Junior Rugby Coaching for kids from 4yrs to 16yrs at Lower Somercotes (opposite Pye Bridge Ind Est). Sundays 10am. Contact Stuart 07966 867946 or Gareth 07595 520537.

Alfreton Heritage Trust The Heritage Chapel on Rodgers Lane is open between 2 & 4pm.

Visitors are welcome to browse & test the knowledge of Trust members. Contact Rachel Walker on 01773 832349 or visit www. alfretonheritage.org.uk 867946 or Gareth 07595 Greenwood Archery Café Church 520537.

Meet at Swanwick Pentrich A time to enjoy music and conversation in a relaxed atmosphere with Road Football Club on Alfreton Heritage Trust refreshments - all welcome. Church of Christ Riddings, Colledge High�ield Road at 10am. Call Street from 3pm. Call Chris 07738 221330.

The Heritage Chapel on Simone on 01773 602605 for Church of Christ Sunday Service Meets every Sunday at 3pm Rodgers Lane is open bemore details. at Colledge Street, Riddings. Everyone Welcome. tween 2 & 4pm. Visitors are

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Gary’s Grumbles

A new year brings with it a new outlook, new hopes, new dreams, new ambitions and new starts for most of us….others, not so much! Still, whether you love him or loathe him, our resident Yorkshire man does have a real knack of calling a spade a spade.

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What will your reflections be as we remember 2015 and look forward to another year.

The terrorist attacks, plane crashes, the Europe debate, a general election, the Labour party seemingly disintegrating before our eyes and of course Derby County winning the league in January and then remembering that it didn’t finish until April. That wasn’t the greatest sporting disaster though, that prize has to go to the England rugby team who promised little and delivered even less. The England and Yorkshire cricket team did reasonably well though. The weather seemed to be quite good, up until the last bit when we had a bit more flooding, the 9th ‘once in a hundred year event’ since 2005. This was also the year of the Northern powerhouse, only disrupted by floods, the 50mph limit on the ‘smart’ M1 and the complete lack of housebuilding and infrastructure improvement.

Turkey shot down a Russian jet and it transpires that FIFA, UEFA and the IOC are corrupt, well blow me down with a feather Trevor, who would have thought that. Cilla and Mr Spock passed away which means the loss of a lorra, lorra, logic and Leicester City sit at the top of the Premier league.

My broadband nightmare continues, BT Infinity, the only ‘upgrade’ that I’ve come across that actually downgrades the performance. The word infinity is what I equate to the number of chargers and remotes in the house, we now have 2 drawers and 3 boxes to keep the things in. I’ve spent hours on the phone listening to level 1, 2 and 3 support to sort the internet out, listening to them drone on about what it might be, but no solutions until one of the engineers dispatched to make the service worse suggested that I invest in a booster, which is what he had to do, and he works for them. It’s been close to anarchy in a house full of people and devices all soaking up the bandwidth and moaning at me as if it was my fault……. Anyway the booster wooster worked and all is calm again in the Peacock abode, that is until the Christmas lights went up, which can adversely affect the broadband. Technology eh? This year they sent a rocket around Pluto and discovered water on Mars, but no-one can sort my internet, it just makes you wonder.

Anyway, here’s to a brand new year where world peace breaks out, corruption in sport stops, athletes stop taking drugs, multi-nationals start paying taxes and the poor are not blamed for everything. It’s sad to say, but those wishes are forlorn hopes and not resolutions.

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