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Skelton By-election called after guilty verdict summer events, together with local news and views from

kelton residents will go to the polls on above average height. August 8th to choose the replacement for A guilty verdict was reached after just two Dave McLuckie, who was found guilty of hours of deliberation. perverting the course of justice and recently After the conviction Labour MP for sentenced to eight months some of which Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland, will be served in custody. Tom Blenkinsop repeated his calls for, the Over the six day trial at Newcastle Crown then, Councillor McLuckie to resign. Court the jury heard that the former Redcar Tom said: “No one is above the law and and Cleveland Councillor had asked his friend, that applies to every elected politician and the late Maurice Ward, to take three points on public servant. The Labour Party should not his licence for a speeding offence in 2005. – and will not – tolerate this type of illegal At the time of the offence, McLuckie was behaviour. vice-chair of Cleveland Police Authority and “With a jury finding Cllr McLuckie guilty of already had nine points on his licence, which an extremely serious offence and the Judge he would have lost, if he had accepted the warning he faces a likely prison sentence, I three points. am repeating my previous calls for him to Mr Ward, who was diagnosed with terminal resign as a Skelton ward councillor. He must cancer, gave his wife a letter in 2009 that do this as a matter of urgency. The people of detailed the offence. However Mrs Ward kept Skelton and East Cleveland must come first; the letter fearing that her ill husband would they expect and deserve far better.” “get locked up”. Dave McLuckie has since resigned from After his death in early 2012 the details of Mr Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council, leaving Ward’s allegations were passed to the police a seat available in the Skelton Ward. who began their investigation. Candidates for the August by-election will The jury heard evidence from Mark Southwell, be fighting for the seat on the Redcar & an image analyst from West Yorkshire Police. Cleveland, Labour controlled Council. For Mr Southwell said that analysis of the speeding more information on the candidates, hoping photo indicated that the driver was a “heavy to be elected, to represent Skelton residents set male” who had a large oval face and was turn to page 11

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his month we have 2000 extra papers courtesy of Integral Collection, Skelton, and we would like to thank Steve Duck for making this happen and also for helping us on our delivery days. The weather has been so beautiful recently and we hope you have taken full advantage and enjoyed it as much as we have. The weather people say the heat wave could be here for a month so let’s make the most of it. Hot weather can also be dangerous for some people so please try to keep an eye on the elderly residents in your area and make sure they are drinking plenty of water and that goes for you too! Since the last issue of the newspaper, we managed to take a few days break but came home early because we missed our canary, and the weather, despite three good days, turned to rain. We just can’t stay away from this wonderful part of the country that we live in! We have been to some great events already this month and as the weather has mostly

stayed kind to us on the whole they have beautiful. been well attended. We know that communities all over the area, Brotton was a particularly hot day and the who take part in the In Bloom competition hundreds of people enjoyed the many events have volunteers who work hard for nothing that were happening at St Peter’s School. in return, except, to want to help make their The parade led by Tom Rolfe was full of communities better places to live. We wish Disney characters, complete with band in you all good luck and loads of success in full regalia, who marched down the hill in this year’s competition, when the results are the scorching heat and must have headed known in September. straight for the cold drinks when they arrived If you haven’t already done so, send in your at the school. vote for your own Community Champion, Well done to all the seven a side girls and who will have the chance to receive a boys football teams who competed on the special trophy at our annual Community day, they must have been so very hot. Awards Event later this year and you also The Loftus Wool Fayre was another great have a chance of coming along on the success with lots of people turning out to night too. We already have votes for some support the many events happening there. community stalwarts including a lollipop The weather was unfortunately not so kind lady, a gardener and a campaigner amongst at the Young Carers Event in Redcar last the many nominees. month, but the people who turned up were You can find the coupon to vote on page well entertained with the many activities 30. Do it now before you forget, because it’s happening there. your votes that count. We recently had the Northumbria in Bloom Take care in the sun and we hope you enjoy judges in the village and we went along to reading this issue. meet them and chat with the team of people who work very hard to make the village look

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Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

New pharmacy for Skelton

was that the practice needed prior approval from the local NHS Primary Care Trust and, thanks to the ill thought out and divisive new structure being imposed on the NHS by the Coalition Government; the PCT was already winding up its affairs and lacked Representatives from Living Care Medical Services, Genix Healthcare and Skelton Pharmacy together with Tom Blenkinsop and David Walsh outside Skelton’s newest business. the capability to sanction this approval. It was only after energetic lobbying and local press coverage - with Coastal View very good piece of local East Cleveland news supplemented the GP surgery and helped to was made recently when local Labour create ten new jobs within the Medical Centre much to the fore - that the PCT agreed to the MP, Tom Blenkinsop, officially opened the and thanked everyone involved in the process new venture literally days before they went out of existence. new Skelton Pharmacy. who helped to get the pharmacy opened. “Now that it is there, the new pharmacy will The pharmacy, which opened on June 17th, Tom paid tribute to David Walsh who had provide local people with a prescribing service is sited in the same building as the Skelton done most of the work to make it happen. Medical Centre, and partners the GP practice, Tom said: “Over the last six months I have on their very doorstop, and through this, the community nurse practitioner service and been involved in a long battle to help the helping to tackle ill health in the communities the NHS dentists’ practice already based in the Pharmacy managers, who already run the of Skelton, New Skelton and the surrounding building on Bylands Road. popular and thriving Lingdale Pharmacy, get areas.” The manager of the Skelton Pharmacy, Mr Tom said it was a great addition to the area, the business up and running. The problem

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Road closure to cause disruption M otorists are being warned of potential disruption when a £100,000 carriageway resurfacing project gets underway in the Redcar & Cleveland borough. A ten day programme of work on the A174 Mill Bank from the Maynard Street junction to Loftus Bank begins on August 15. A road closure will be in operation on Friday, August 16, from 7.30pm to 6am, and again on Saturday, August 17, from 7.30pm until 6pm the following day (AUG 18). A signed diversion route will be in place

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Zulfiqar Rafiq, said: “I have been very grateful to Tom and his constituency office staff for the way they helped me battle the bureaucrats to get this business up and running. “Now it is open, it is providing a daily prescribing and delivery service for local people, helping them with health advice and health promotion and providing a partnership to the GP’s and nurses at the Skelton Medical Centre. “So far, we have had a great response from the local people and it is our intention to work together to promote all the services on this site, which can now meet everyone’s health needs all from the same building “My staff are committed to providing a friendly and personal service and we look forward to be part of Skelton’s community life.”

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Doris has a brush Would you like to be with the Hierarchy! a Parish Councillor and make a difference to what matters to you in your local area?

n Tuesday 4th June Mrs Eileen Burn, Chair of Northumbria in Bloom, took time out from visiting the Moorsholm in Bloom team to make a special presentation to Mrs Doris Boocock. The presentation took the form of a new broom, to replace Doris’s old one which had been worn down to a few bristles! Doris(aged 87) and her husband Harry (aged 92) are the oldest members of the Moorsholm in Bloom team and take pride in keeping the footpath outside St Mary’s church clean and

spruce for the benefit of church occasions, residents and visitors alike. Coincidently, Doris’presentation was made during national volunteers week so was particularly apt. Eileen told Doris that in all her years of judging she had never seen a path so clean and tidy! Harry commented that he didn’t know which would wear out first, Doris or her brush! Doris, pictured with her new acquisition, celebrated 63 years of marriage on 3rd June, the day before the presentation.

Parish Councillor, is a voluntary position, giving an individual the opportunity to be part of the decision making process at a local level, and the opportunity to make a difference to their local area. Two vacancies have arisen on Loftus Town Council for the position of Town Councillor for Loftus Ward for the electoral term of office to May 2015. These vacancies will be filled by co-option. Any person interested in being co-opted as a Town Councillor should write to Loftus Town Council at 81a High St, Loftus, TS13 4HG with details of why they wish to be considered for this post, and what they consider they would be able to bring to the Council or the area. Application deadline is Noon on Friday 23 August 2013 and all applications will then be considered by the Council at the September Full Town Council Meeting. Applicants are welcome to attend this meeting. Please do not hesitate to contact

the Town Council Offices on 01287 641000 or email loftus_town_council@redcarcleveland.gov.uk for further details. The Town Council meets in Loftus Town Hall on the first Monday evening of every month other than August or Bank Holidays. Additional meetings may be arranged. Committee meetings are generally held on weekday mornings or Tuesday twilight sessions at Loftus Town Hall. Please note there is no remuneration for this post. All meetings are open to the public and anyone considering applying to sit on the Town Council is therefore welcome to attend any Committee meeting to get a feel of what the role of a Councillor involves. It is a Local Government Act condition that Councillors either live or work within the Town Council boundary or not more than three miles from the boundary. It is a further condition that Councillors must declare all their interests and comply with the Town Council Code of Conduct.

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Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Lack of vision

Saltburn in Bloom Calendar

The judges - from left to right: Shirley Fletcher, Andy Hawkins, Lynda Parkes, Mike Jefferson.

rganised by Ratchel Wills, Art Coordinator at Huntcliff School in Saltburn, a judging took place to establish the pictures for the 2014 Saltburn in Bloom Calendar. The judges were presented by Ratchel

Saltburn Councillor Stuart Smith

n Independent Councillor has criticised the lack of response he has received from Network Rail over a road hazard that occurs every year. Saltburn’s Councillor Stuart Smith tried to pre-empt the yearly problem of overgrown vegetation on Marske Mill Lane, Saltburn when the organisation were contacted in April at Cllr Smith’s request for their maintenance team to attend and cut the grass and vegetation. Councillor Smith explained: “The situation was becoming a very dangerous hazard, due to the lack of vision for motorists wishing to turn right onto the Black Bridge, Marske Mill lane from Guisborough Road. “Your view of oncoming traffic caused by the overgrowth of vegetation is now causing motorists to cross the centre road line to see if it is clear to turn. It is an accident waiting to happen.” Cllr Smith told Coastal View: “Every year around the summer period we receive complaints from residents regarding this situation. I thought if Network Rail could do an early cut whilst the vegetation was a sensible level we could keep on top of the problem. “Repeated requests have been made to

Network Rail, all of which have failed to have the problem resolved. To my dismay and my fellow ward councillors, Councillor Thomson and Guy nothing has been done. We are now receiving daily complaints on this matter and reports of near misses regarding road traffic accidents.” Residents believe that this part of the land which borders the perimeter with Saltburn Campus School is the authorities but strangely enough it belongs to the Rail network with the Boulby Potash line running close by. Due to the lack of response on Network Rail’s behalf Cllr Smith has made a formal complaint to the senior management of the organisation, he was given assurance that the work would be carried out as a matter of priority. The three ward councillors will be meeting with the Council’s Highway Department to try and resolve this annual problem. A spokeperson for Network Rail told Coastal View:”We have been seeking a long-term resolution of this issue and have offered to establish a community partnership which would allow the council to maintain the area “In the meantime our team will be on site within the next week to cut back vegetation.”

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Marske Brass Band’s winning ways By Dave Stones arske Brass Band has been involved overall third place from 12 Bands at the annual in two contests within the last month. Durham DLI Picnic in the Park with a great In early June they took the best Brass Band little program consisting of the March ‘Arnhem’ March Trophy with their rendition of Arnhem followed by the Cornet Solo ‘Hailstorm’ at the Annual Ripon Cathedral Entertainment (James Chisholm - Soloist) a nice arrangement Contest. of ‘Singing in the Rain’ and ending with the And more recently on 7th July, they came Foot Tapping ‘Hooked on Classics’

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Backing for Redcar community and jobs initiative

Raising awareness of young carers

Fun for all, although the Young Carers gave both local MP’s a good grilling

The picture shows Frankie boxing Douglas Annan of Sembcorp, watched by (left to right) John Shipman (Huntsman) Andy Teague (Ensus) Mike Ducker (SABIC) Mark Kenrick (Lotte Chemical UK) and Paul Atkinson (GDF Suez)

edcar entrepreneur Frankie Wales has praised the generosity of companies at the Wilton International site who have thrown their weight behind his battle to bring a community together and get more young people into work. The six major firms at the site – SABIC UK Petrochemicals, Sembcorp Utilities UK, Huntsman Polyurethanes, Lotte Chemical UK, Ensus and GDF Suez – have decided to donate a total of £12,000 to the Redcar Development Trust (RDT) this year. Frankie has drawn praise from Prince Charles and others for more than a decade of work in the community centred around reducing crime and anti social behaviour by encouraging boxing as a vehicle for increasing self discipline and self-esteem. However RDT, established three years ago and given charitable status last year, has now set itself the broader aim of improving the quality of life for people through the Redcar area with the provision of a range of social welfare and leisure/recreational activities. Redcar’s Coatham Memorial Hall, where RDT is based, is currently used by around 3,600 people a month taking part in around 50 group activities ranging from keep fit and line dancing classes to support groups for those looking to stop smoking. Corporate supporters of RDT include one of the Prince’s charities - Business in the Community – plus PD Ports, Greggs and Northumbrian Water. RDT scored an early success with a “Fit to Work”

scheme devised in partnership with PD Ports which saw 15 young jobseekers complete a 12-week “PreEmployment” programme which led to 13 of them gaining sponsored apprenticeships at the port and all have now secured permanent positions with the company. The remaining two have returned to full time education. Other projects currently in development at Coatham Memorial Hall include a scheme to bring young people attending the boxing club together with elderly residents for companionship and leisure activities and another providing a range of leisure activities for young people with autism. Frankie said: “The support of the Wilton site companies will be invaluable in getting these and other schemes off the ground and we’re extremely grateful to our neighbours for their support.” Douglas Annan, Sembcorp’s Senior Vice President and Site Director and the representative of the six site companies, said: “We are fully supportive of the Trust and applaud its energy in fostering greater community spirit and creating opportunities for young people and new businesses in the area by utilising resources available within the community. “We were hugely impressed by the drive and determination shown by Frankie and his team and can see real potential in the pre-employment programme that we wish to encourage.”

free family fun event was held during Carers’ Week, to help raise awareness of young carers from the Redcar & Cleveland area and based at The Junction, Station Road, Redcar. The event held in TunedIn attracted people from all over the Borough although the weather was poor and the turnout was affected because of this. But for the brave souls who made it, there was plenty on offer with archery, a climbing wall, Tae Kwondo, circus skills, street dance, arts and craft and games. The two local MPs, Ian Swales and Tom Blenkinsop were involved in lively debates with the young carers and their families and

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at times the questions from the young people appeared to be trickier than the MPs get asked in Parliament. One question asked of both MPs was a request for some of the young carers to be able to visit Parliament. We are sure you will be reading more about that in a later issue of the newspaper. A spokesperson from The Junction said: “The Junction offers practical, social and emotional support, through the provision of one to one support, small focused group activities and larger social activities. young carers are an inspirational group of children and young people who need our support.”

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Teesside’s Sea Cadets welcome back Olympic torch relay

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uisborough, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough and Stockton Sea Cadets opened their doors to the public recently to commemorate the 12 month anniversary of the Olympic Torch coming to our region. The Torch made its way around Teesside in a whistle stop tour of the four Sea Cadet units, a year to the day it arrived in the North East. The Sea Cadet’s Acting District Officer, Stephen Harvey said: “This was a once in a lifetime opportunity for everyone from our region who got behind the Torch Relay, the Olympic and Paralympic Games this time last year. “People were able to hold and have their photograph taken with the Olympic Torch and revel in the spirit of London 2012. The Sea Cadets have been part of the fabric of Teesside for many years, which is why

we were thrilled to be able to offer this to everyone who wanted to create their own piece of London 2012 history.” Teesside Sea Cadets offer an environment where young people can find confidence and inspiration and they can boost their confidence by learning lots of new skills, meet new friends and work as part of a team, skills that will help them throughout their lives. The five units in the region are always on the look out for volunteers who have the drive to give young people the best possible head start in life through nautical adventure and fun. You can volunteer to help cadets directly or you can get involved behind the scenes as part of a dedicated team who help with fundraising and managing the unit. To join the Sea Cadets or find your nearest unit go to www.sea-cadets.org

very year Loftus Town Council celebrates those who strive to make a difference within our community at an Annual and Junior Citizen awards evening. Members of Loftus Town Council recognise there are so many people within the parish who give up their spare time and/or experience to make a difference to the community and environment. We do however need your help in nominating individuals - so many just get on with this good work that it would be too easy for them to go unnoticed or unthanked. Your nomination could be for someone who has given a lifelong service to the community who deserves recognition as a culmination of their efforts. Alternatively there could be an individual you know of who has only recently made a difference but who you want to ensure is not taken for granted and is given encouragement to continue putting in that bit extra. There is also a Junior Citizen award – it is essential that our youth are praised for the good they do as so often they are given a negative press. If you know of anyone who you think should be recognised at these awards (last year all

nominated citizens were given a certificate in recognition of their contributions) then please contact Loftus Town Council on 01287 641000, loftus_town_council@ redcar-cleveland.go.uk or call into our offices at 81a High St, Loftus. Nomination forms are also available from Loftus Library, Skinningrove Riverside Building or at the Town Council office. Any completed forms should be returned to the Town Council office no later than 23rd August 2013. You can nominate anyone as long as they have been resident in the Loftus Town Council area (Carlin How to Cowbar and Skinningrove to Scaling) for at least five years and have not been a Town Councillor within the last five years. Town Councillors cannot make nominations, but will vote to decide upon the winner. Nomination forms are also available from Loftus Library, Skinningrove Riverside Building or at the Town Council office. Any completed forms should be returned to the Town Council office no later than 23rd August 2013. We look forward to receiving your nominations.

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Your Voice In Parliament Tom Blenkinsop MP Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland

‘Bedroom Tax’ broken promise for Armed Forces D

uring a recent debate to commemorate and celebrate the Armed Forces I highlighted the on-going confusion regarding the Bedroom Tax hitting families with adult children who are serving their country. Three months ago we thought we had an excellent result. Under pressure from our campaigning we thought the government had realised their mistake and put it right by making this exemption. The rushed U-turn has left the new rules unclear, with local authorities interpreting them with varying degrees of success. Unfortunately, the way the government has worded the regulations only a tiny number of soldiers, primarily reservists, will be exempt. If they lived in barracks prior to going away in operations and/or prior to commencing predeployment training, the DWP holds that they aren’t the claimant’s non-dependent. For all intents and purposes, the Government seem

to be redefining what adult children - who are members of the armed forces - have as their homes. It is true that you can have a number of residences, however, for tax purposes; there is only one home or domicile used. If, as Ministers who have responded to questions on this issue by myself and the Shadow Work and Pensions Minister, seem to suggest, that the Government consider barracks the home for adult children who usually live there, then the barracks should be used for tax purposes also. As far as I’m concerned it is grossly unfair to differentiate the two. The Government urgently needs to clarify their guidelines that were supposed to exempt the families of members of the armed forces from the ‘Bedroom Tax’, yet ministers seem to have created another cruel discrepancy that is a direct attack on those who are literally putting their lives on the line to keep all of us safe.

Chaotic Army cuts without a plan

Let’s celebrate the NHS’s 65th birthday The NHS was founded sixtyfive years ago by a Labour Government that recognised Britain needed a health service that was available to everyone according to their need and regardless of their ability to pay. The NHS remains an incredible institution to this day and is rightfully one of Britain’s, and Labour’s, proudest achievements. But the NHS today is suffering from an A&E crisis that proves the Tories can’t be trusted with our health service. Rather than focussing on the frontline, David Cameron is spending £3billion of taxpayers’ money on an unnecessary, unwanted topdown reorganisation of the NHS that nobody voted for and that he promised wouldn’t happen. We’ve also lost 4,000 nurses, seen ambulance queues double and now A&E waiting times are at a nine-year high. Staffing shortages across the NHS have left A&E departments overstretched with experts warning that services across the country could fail by the winter if urgent action isn’t taken. We have lost thousands of nurses since the Tories took over, making it harder to maintain the services that local people in East Cleveland rely on. Instead of supporting our NHS staff, David Cameron keeps blaming GPs, nurses and everyone else while refusing to take responsibility for the crisis this Tory-led Government has created. It isn’t fair to simply blame frontline NHS staff who work so hard when we need it most. But the A&E crisis has also been caused by the Tories’ devastating cuts to elderly care. Fewer older people are getting the care they need at home, meaning more have to be admitted to hospital and more get stuck in hospital beds at the end of their treatment. And with hospital beds not being freed up, the pressure backs up through

A&E, which can’t then admit new patients to the ward. To protect the NHS from the immediate crisis, Labour would use the ‘underspends’ in the NHS budget to put an extra billion pounds into social care over each of the next two years. This extra investment comes from the money the Chancellor could have spent on the NHS but chose not to and would relieve the pressure on A&Es as well as helping more elderly people stay healthy and independent in their own homes. We also need to safeguard the NHS for the future. Labour has put forward bold proposals for a genuinely integrated NHS and social care system, bringing together physical health, mental health and social care into a single service to meet all of our care needs. Labour created the NHS in 1948, and it is one of our proudest achievements. Its 65th birthday is an opportunity to celebrate, but if we’re going to commemorate future milestones then we need to make sure our NHS is strengthened and protected.

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uts to our army are a represent a huge risk and it is not unfair to say that there is a massive effort going into sacking soldiers but nowhere near as much is being done to plug the gap by recruiting new reservists. Senior Army figures are right to warn that Minister’ decisions could lead to a mismatch between capability and ambition. The Government’s defence plans rest on doubling the number of Reserves and yet there is a recruitment crisis and employers have not been properly engaged. These redundancies represent not just broken promises but a failing strategy, and the level of voluntary applicants will be a signal of morale within our Armed Forces. It is very likely that we will end up with

the army losing a significant number of fully trained soldiers, who will now not be able to pass on their expertise to new recruits. It will create a ‘capability gap’ and could mean that, if an emergency were to break out, the lack of learned skills and NCO’s with field experience new recruits are put into a perilous position on the front line. Beyond our defence capabilities we must remember that each redundancy notice now represents an out-of-work hero and, in many cases, a worried family. It is vital that local communities support our Armed Forces and, particularly now, there must be greater support to find veterans employment and enhance post-service opportunities. I’d again urge local business to enlist in the ‘Veterans Interview Programme’ as a sign of that support.

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Listed barn holds key to homes By Councillor Steve Kay

edcar & Cleveland Council’s Planning Committee has granted planning permission for the conversion of a listed barn to a dwelling, together with five additional detached dwellings, at Cow Close Lane, Moorsholm. Aware of the importance of this application, to nearby residents and to the village as a whole, I have closely followed its progress since the original submission. I am not a member of the Committee but, as councillor for Lockwood ward, I was allowed to address the members. The Committee had the unenviable task of trying to assess the persuasive arguments both for and against the development. The Council’s planning officials backed the application on the grounds that the “enabling development” of five new dwellings would make the conversion of the listed barn and the loss of the existing farm buildings a viable economic proposition; an argument that, in the event, proved decisive. The Grade 2 listed barn of local sandstone and incorporating a distinctive dovecote, dates from around 1800. At present, the building is urgently in need of extensive attention. The officials saw the conversion of the building into a dwelling as a means, not only to preserve it, but

to retain its historic character and special architectural features. There were also spin-off benefits, namely the eradication of a number of unsightly farm buildings and a massive improvement to the living conditions of the residents of Lodge Farm House, directly adjacent to the site. Regarding the latter, the intensive farming activities would cease, the barn would be converted and the other dilapidated buildings demolished.

To m B l e n k i n s o p M P a n d Lockwood Parish Council lent their support to the application. However, there were also strong arguments for refusing planning permission. Wr i t t e n o b j e c t i o n s w e r e considered, amongst which were: the proposal was outside both the “limits to development” and the village “envelope”; it would set a precedent for further development; it was unsustainable; it would exacerbate the drainage problems in the village. There was much debate over whether or not it was disproportionate that a total of six dwellings should be approved to save just one listed barn. Was it a sledgehammer to crack a nut? Then there was the impact of the proposed development on nearby Moor Close and on the view from the National Park on the south side of Cow Close Lane. Because of the complexity of the application and its radical nature, I requested the Committee visit the site to see the situation first hand, but a majority decided this was unnecessary. Instead, at the end of what had been a long and thorough debate, the members voted to grant planning permission. The development must begin within one year.

Empty Homes scheme Coast & Country’s successful Empty Homes scheme is to be expanded with the regeneration and housing company securing Government cash to develop it further. The Homes & Communities Agency (HCA) has announced that Coast & Country has been successful in a bid for funding to continue its Empty Homes Programme. Coast & Country has been awarded £1.85m by the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) towards the purchase and repair of 100 empty properties during the next 18 months. Iain Sim, Chief Executive of Coast & Country, which is one of the largest regeneration and housing companies in the North East, said: “This is fantastic news as it means not only are we able to expand our affordable housing stock in our Redcar & Cleveland heartland, but also in Stockton, Darlington and Newcastle. “The HCA allocation is testament to our past success as it reflects the Agency’s confidence in our ability to meet the challenging targets and continue to deliver a successful Empty Homes strategy.” A Business Lettings Team at Coast & Country, along with

support from its Property and Assets division, will identify and purchase suitable properties and oversee the refurbishment work. The new funding also will ensure that training continues to be provided to those seeking practical hands-on construction experience. This will involve Coast & Country working with Job Centre Plus, Avanta and other employment & training providers that support and train unemployed people back into work.. The funding will also enable Coast & Country to continue to work in partnership with Community Campus 87 and East Cleveland Youth Housing Trust, two social enterprises with a track record in bringing Empty Homes back into use Iain Sim added: “This money will help deliver three positive outcomes in one solution – providing high quality affordable homes to rent, bringing rundown empty properties that can be blight on a community back into use and giving local trainees the chance to learn industry standard skills to help them improve their employment potential. “Partnership working has been central to the success of our Empty Homes project and this framework will continue.”

Are we missing a Swedish trick? By Jane Tombling he audience at Redcar’s Laburnum Road discovered this jewel of the Dalmation coast and Library were again treated to a most several flights a day travel from Sweden; whereas informative and insightful talk accompanied our local airports are only up to one each per week! by slides, by Coastal View`s own “Wayfarer”, The lamented diver of TV fame - Jacques Cousteau (alias Ken Bibby ), this time on the gem which - thought the diving opportunities available in is Croatia. Croatian seas far superior to other more popular This country has undergone massive changes European areas. during the last few decades. Buildings, once strewn Whether your favourite holiday pastime is sailing, with bullet holes, have been tastefully refurbished walking and strolling, being a culture vulture, and slides of several before and after streets were partaking in cafè society, or simply taking in the hard to recognise as the same ones which had been sunshine on the idyllic shores of the many lakes & decimated by the ravages of war. bays, Croatia has something to offer everyone. We were reminded of the popular pre-Croatian With the countryside awash with loganberries, travel company of YugoTours of the 1970’s which sea bass on most restaurant menus at amazingly sadly is no more. low prices and beer averaging £1.40 a pint, surely However, our Swedish neighbours have recently this country deserves to go on our bucket lists?

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Skelton By-Election Candidates Cllr James Carrolle

ue to the resignation of Dave McLuckie a By-Election has been called to elect a councillor who will represent the people of Skelton on Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council. Coastal View received the following press releases from some of the candidates and wish it to be known that the statements were entirely written either by the candidate themselves or by a representative on their behalf. Coastal View have not changed or edited anything contained within these statements, other than grammatical and/or spelling errors and have no political bias towards any one of the candidates, we just felt that they all deserved to have their say, in their own words.

David Walsh

embers of Skelton Labour Party have selected their candidate for the forthcoming by-election in the village for a seat on Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council. The election will be on August 8th. They have selected former Labour Leader of the Council, David Walsh, who has lived in Skelton for many years. David said: “I am delighted to have been selected by local people to fight this election for Labour. Much has been done in Skelton and East Cleveland to make the villages a better place to live, but we all know there are still big problems to tackle. “I think one advantage of having a spell out of the Council Chamber is that you begin to

see the work of the council through the prism of what men and women in the community see - and that means I am better equipped to hopefully represent them in the future.” James McGill, for Redcar and Cleveland Labour Party said: “David is a great candidate for Skelton. He will have a strong presence in the ward and will be a strong voice for Skelton in the council chamber. “His years of living in Skelton and his previous experience of being a councillor give David the Knowledge he needs to best protect the people of Skelton from the savage council cuts passed on down by the coalition government.” Tom Blenkinsop M.P. said: “I know from my own day to day work as a local MP, that there are huge challenges ahead to make sure that Skelton gets a fair deal. Local people are under day to day attack from the policies of this coalition government - in areas like health and social care and in the fight for decent jobs. “David’s successful work as a lay representative for local people at benefit tribunals, and his constant work as a caseworker makes him a first rate candidate. “This election will give the opportunity to give the government the kicking it deserves and get a first rate candidate for Skelton”

Stuart Todd a difference for the people of this ward and the area in general”. During his time working in Nigeria he became very heavily involved in training and development of the young people of Nigeria. To show their respect for his contribution to making improvements in the prospect of the young he was made an Honorary Tribal Chief in Bonny River State at a huge celebration attended by many people, an event of which he remains immensely proud of. Why UKIP and why now? r Stuart Todd will fight the vacant “I have now had time to observe the local Skelton ward for UKIP. The seat political scene and I am not happy with what recently vacated by the resignation Mr I have seen. Corruption, waste and dishonesty David McLuckie following his court case coupled with greed and self interest, our in Newcastle. constant rise in council charges for reducing Mr Todd has spent a very full career working services, pointless wind turbines which in the Oil, Gas and Chemical industry which only enrich the landowners and the foreign has taken me too many parts of the world. companies that build them. In addition the Bringing the skills acquired as an apprentice lack of democracy in the decisions that are with Imperial Chemical Industries led to my made by a controlling group that have their employment with well known companies, agenda set by a party machine that is based Shell, Exxon, Mobil amongst other major in Westminster with little or no understanding companies.” Through my many years working of the needs of the people of this ward and in this environment I have come to realise this council area. The only political party that the benefits of the right training and the strives to address these issues is UKIP. The difference it makes to employment prospects party reflects the will of the people and that and subsequent living standards. I have lived is the most important part for me. Skelton in the East Cleveland area for the last thirty deserves better and it is my intention to make years and now that I have the time wish make it better”.

With this in mind I have decided, after much thought, to cease membership of the Conservative Party. “I will be standing as an independent candidate in the forthcoming By-Election in August and promise you two things – honesty and availability. “The time has come to stop the Ping Pong politics, first labour and then conservative etc. “To me people matter and I cannot sit back and do nothing about our current situation. he Chairman of Skelton and Brotton The fact that people are hurting and the elderly Council , Councillor James Carrolle, are worrying about winter fuel aid, bus passes has recently announced that he is joining and TV licences infuriates me and I feel The Independent Party . compelled to address this. Having listened, reflected upon and taken “Skelton needs a strong independent voice. on board the needs of the people of Skelton Help me to help you and break this labour and their feelings toward the Borough Council grip on our village. A vote for me is a vote this decision is immediate. for Skelton. Councillor Carrolle, in a statement to Coastal “The by election will take place on 8th August View said: “Having served for approximately 2013 and I am depending on your support to 24 years on the Skelton and Brotton Parish give me, a local man, who understands the Council I now feel that due to certain events needs of this community and who has a desire brought about by our Borough Council and to get the best for our village the opportunity the fact that Skelton appears to have gained to act. I truly believe the Council is for all the very little under 12 years of Labour rule, that people and not just for the few. “ this village deserves better representation.

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Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

A motorsport legend lives after 40 years A

classic piece of motorcycling history is running again, after four decades in a barn in Moorsholm. One of the very first Lambretta scooters to be converted for off-road scrambling has been coaxed back into life to help celebrate the 60th anniversary of the South East London Scooter Club — ‘The Bats’. Graeme Aldous used to race the bike in the early 60s in a sport that was mostly confined to the south of England. Every effort was made to keep the costs of competing to a minimum, and it was said that “you could have a good day’s motorsport for a fiver.” Mind you, that was a 1960s fiver! In theory all a competitor needed to do was turn up on their road bike, tape up the lights (or remove the glass), compete and ride home again. In practice, of course, a Lambretta or Vespa with all its bodywork was at a severe disadvantage, especially in the deep mud that was often a feature at the main venue, Elstead Royal Common near Guildford. So competitors who wanted to win built themselves specials. Graeme’s bike was originally converted by his friend Don Hale, who ran a scooter shop in Lee Green, and it’s almost certainly one of the very first specials. The local stream, the River Quaggy, burst its banks in a storm, and flooded the lockup where some new bikes were stored. They were ruined for sale, and the insurance paid up, leaving the bikes to be disposed of. Scooter scrambling had just started, so two or three of the bikes were taken, stripped down, and converted into scramblers, with the suspension beefed up, and a moped fuel tanks fitted between the seat and the handlebars, as much to give the rider something to grip with his knees as anything else. Don Hale was a very good rider, and the bike was competitive, but his need to be in the shop at weekends meant that he couldn’t race as often as he liked. Graeme persuaded him to sell him the bike — “after all, Don was getting far too old to be competing in races… he was all of 40!” But as a student, he could just about manage the ‘fiver’ for petrol and entry money, but had little

anything else, and was unbeatable. With lack of realistic competition, the sport gradually fizzled out. But the 5 StingRays that were built were squirreled away by enthusiasts, and earlier this year were brought together under the same roof for the first time in 45 years at the Veteran Motor Scooter Club’s annual show near Coventry. The newly-formed StingRay Owners Club, aware from the DVD that Graeme had an original Lambretta that would illustrate how far the StingRay had developed, invited him to put his bike on their stand. “It was an amazing day”, said Graeme, “and marvellous to talk scrambling again all these years. I’ve always had it at the back of my mind to get the bike running again, and seeing these StingRays in various stages of spare cash to spend on keeping the bike in top Elstead and you can see where I used to race that restoration gave me the push that I needed.” competitive condition. As a Junior he had some old Lambretta?” They did, and were surprised Another factor was the 60th Anniversary Rally good races, but never won a trophy. to find that, 40 years after the sport died, the on July 21st of The Bats Scooter Club — the That the bike has survived was due to a quirk course was still traceable on the ground. This name was adopted after a traditional motorcyclist of history. After a few seasons, Graeme joined led to Graeme getting a few of the old scrambling saw his first scooter and said “You must be bats the BBC, who sent him to Belfast. The Troubles stalwarts together and making a DVD ‘Still Batty to ride one of those!” Graeme was intending to were just beginning, and there were times After All These Years’, following the course and go to promote his DVD, but with the StingRays when it wasn’t wise to leave a car with English reminiscing about the sport. booked to parade in the ring, he decided that his registration plates parked up in the city centre. One of the reasons the sport died was because bike had to be there too, in running order. So he took the scrambler out of the shed, fitted those free-and-easy regulations, designed to Before repairing the leaking fuel tank he had lights and rudimentary mudguards, and registered help an impoverished youngster take part in to make sure the bike would run — the engine it for the road, conveying it to Belfast squeezed scooter sport on his road bike, were open to was seized, but freed off easily; the carburettor inside his Triumph Herald Convertible. Leaning very ingenious ‘interpretation’ in the search for was cleaned and the ignition electrics tuned up. up against the outside wall of Broadcasting more power and speed. Special machines could The clutch plates were stuck, and Graeme had House, the tatty looking bike didn’t attract the be built which were still within the letter of the to make a special tool to dismantle them. But attention of troublemakers, but its rorty exhaust regulations, but which were a million miles from with a temporary fuel tank, the engine fired up alarmed the soldiers manning the checkpoints a recognisable original road scooter. Pretty soon and ran again… and made it worthwhile to get on his late night route home! the ‘day’s motorsport for a fiver’ was a thing of the tank re-lined to stop the leaks. A missing When, in 1970, Graeme came to work for BBC the past, as to stand any chance of winning one rear brake pedal was fabricated by Alan Slater Radio Teesside (now BBC Tees), the bike came had to be a dealer or have access to expensive at Hankills Forge, and soon Graeme was able to back in the removal van, and ended up in a corner workshops. re-live his Elstead racing, this time on the fields of his workshop. It still carries a tax disc which The ultimate was the StingRay — a special of East Cleveland. expired in August 1970. He tried firing it up frame with the best suspension components, and He’s looking forward to appearing in the parade around 1980, but the fuel tank had sprung a leak a modified Lambretta engine… actually two ring with the StingRays. “We’re not allowed so he pushed it back into the workshop again. engines, cut in half and welded together again to race, because the organiser can’t get the But again, fate was to play a part in the revival in a different configuration that would fit in the appropriate licence… but there’s nothing to say of the bike. Working near Guildford with his son short frame. The engine — more powerful than how slowly we have to ‘parade’!” Bennet, they had an unexpected free afternoon. the original standard one — made a ‘scooter’ Still batty, after all these years. Graeme suggested “Why don’t we pop over to that was faster and better-handling off road than

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Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Apprentices visit Westminster

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t’s been great to have some warm, sunny weather in my constituency over the past few weeks. I’ve really enjoyed calling in at some summer events already this year and look forward to visiting a lot more. Some of the highlights so far have included; a tea party at Ingledew

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he Government is doing everything possible to encourage employers to offer apprenticeships. It’s really important for areas like ours to give young people practical opportunities to prepare for their future. Local social housing provider, Coast & Country Housing, have an excellent apprenticeship scheme. I was delighted to welcome two of their apprentices to Parliament this month. They were in Westminster as part of a showcase event for the National Housing Federation and were explaining

to MPs about the work they do. It was great to be able to go along and chat to these two enthusiastic young people about their experiences and what Coast & Country Housing are doing to help prepare them to enter the world of work. In other news, I have recently spoken to Coastal View and we will be working together in the near future to discuss how we can give more young people in our area the chance to get into employment through apprenticeships.

Committee meeting, where I pressed for Darlington to be included on the High Speed rail network. The Director General for HS2 agreed that Darlington should be included on the line. I’ve been vocal in criticising the proposed changes to Legal Aid this month, which I believe could be very damaging to justice in the UK.

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arlier this month I went to an event area’s unsung heroes. which gave terminally ill children and Launching Blind Veteran UK’s “Tarts for their families & carers the chance to come Troops” campaign in Redcar was also a highlight to Parliament. this month. Why not get involved and support It was inspiring and humbling to see the our former soldiers? Information on what you bravery of the children and I was deeply moved can do to help raise funds for blind veterans can by the support they receive from their families be found here: http://tartsfortroops.org.uk/ and from ordinary members of the public who had given up their time to help give the children a day to remember. There I met Tony Beverley who lives in Redcar and helped drive the children down for the day. His dedication and selflessness was inspirational and I was honoured to have been able to play even a small part in their special day.Tony is part of a group of people called the Sporting Bears, who are a dedicated group of classic car enthusiasts who take people for rides in their classic cars to raise money for terminally ill children. One of their charities is Zoe’s Place in Normanby, and they will be holding an event on Teesside on the 12 August. If you’re interested in attending, please call my office for more details (01642 777940). I’ve also been pleased to attend an event for young carers at Redcar’s Tuned In! recently. There, I saw the award-winning film made by young people at the Junction, “A mile in my shoes”, before answering questions from young carers who look after their family members. It was a great opportunity to meet some of our

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Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

“Hands off the people’s Royal Mail”

Survey says GP opening hours inconvenient New analysis published recently by opening hours are inconvenient is rising and Labour shows that around 32,649 fewer surgeries are now offering evening people in Middlesbrough and Redcar and weekend appointments. & Cleveland find their local GP opening “This Government removed the vital times inconvenient. incentives Labour put in place to make Over 74% of patients in the area want surgery appointments more convenient. to see their GP surgery’s opening hours That’s wrong and must change. extended to include Saturdays, and 67% “Ministers should also instruct NHS would like appointments to be made England to ensure all GP led Clinical available in the evening. Commissioning Groups act on patients’ Anna Turley, Labour’s prospective concerns about getting an appointment and parliamentary candidate for Redcar said: give this issue the priority it deserves.” “It’s really tough for people to juggle their Redcar’s Lib Dem MP Ian Swales said: work and family commitments and they “It’s not surprising that we’ve got problems find it hard to get appointments when they due to the GP contracts that the Labour really need them. Government agreed. These gave GP’s big “GP surgeries in Teesside & North pay increases but allowed them to stop Yorkshire should listen closely to what their working the house that patients need. They patients are saying and offer more flexible are also paid for the number of patients on opening hours. their list not the work they do. “Under David Cameron, the NHS is “The clinically led commissioning going backwards. Only under a One arrangements will make doctors more Nation Labour Government are we going responsible for a patient’s overall care. I am to get an NHS that works for all the British encouraged by what I have recently heard people.” in meetings with Ali Tahmassebi, Chair of Shadow Health Minister Liz Kendall MP Langbaurgh Clinical Commissioning Group, said: “Millions of people want to be able Amanda Hume, Chief Officer for the South to book an appointment with a GP outside Tees Clinical Commissioning Group, Julia of normal working hours. It’s hard to take Weldon, Director of Public Health for time off during work, and many people also Redcar and Cleveland and Professor Hart, have to commute or pick their children up Acting Chief Executive Officer of James after school. Cook University Hospital. “David Cameron promised he’d make “I know that Health and Care is the it easier for patients to see a GP. But the number one issue for so many of my number of patients who say their surgery constituents.”

Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland Labour MP, Tom Blenkinsop, recently reacted to the news that the Coalition Government is planning the formal privatisation of the Royal Mail. Tom said: “This is a privatisation too far; even Margaret Thatcher rejected such a move. Nonetheless today we see a government driven more by a blinkered ideology than simple common sense announcing that the Royal Mail will be made a PLC and become a plaything of the money markets and the stock market rather than a public service. “The Government try to say that the postal obligation of a daily mail delivery will stay, but refuse to say how much this will cost the householder or local business. “I am also concerned that in a drive to the bottom to reduce costs, a privatised Royal Mail will try to slim down the number of delivery offices. In my constituency we have three Skelton, Guisborough and Coulby Newham. We have already had to fight alongside postal workers at Guisborough to stop closure, a fight that was won. But I fear that this issue may come back if the Royal Mail falls into private hands. If it does it would be a betrayal to the general public as well as to the men and women who pound the streets to see that our letters and parcels are delivered on time. This proposal is one that we have fought against and one where the fight will continue.” Liberal Democrat MP, Ian Swales has reacted to the news that employees of Royal mail will be given 10% shares for FREE, making this the

biggest employee share scheme for nearly 30 years. Ian commented : “I am not surprised to hear the opposition grumbling about this announcement. They are simply scaremongering. The Government is not refusing to say how much the cost will be to the householder. The Government is very clear that regardless of ownership, the public interest will continue to be protected through the universal service obligation, which is enshrined in law and can only be changed by an Act of Parliament. This means that the one price goes anywhere service, six days a week, will be protected in law. “This sale of shares is not based on ideology. It is based on an independent review that was commissioned by the Labour Government in 2008 and whose recommendations were accepted in full, including sale of shares. It is typical of Labour to forget that they introduced legislation which allowed for part-privatisation of Royal Mail. They also allowed collection of mail by private companies. “ I understand that the Community Workers Union donate large sums of money to the Labour Party which must influence their position. I hope that this does not detract from the excellent work our postal workers do in our community, and the recognition these shares give them for the work that they do. “I am also hopeful that a private sector Royal Mail will reverse the decision by the public sector Royal Mail to close the Middlesbrough sorting office and have our post sorted here and not in Gateshead.”

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Picture perfect village

oorsholm in Bloom took on the horticultural and environmental care of the village in 2009 with the aim of creating ‘pride of place’ in the village. Moorsholm is part of a network of over a thousand similar ‘Britain in Bloom’ communities ranging from the smallest villages to the largest cities across the UK working year round to create lasting improvements to the environment for the benefit of residents and visitors alike. The winter ‘flagship’ heritage project was restoration of the of Church Hall (1864) with the assistance of a grant from Impetus Environmental Trust and generous community donations which

are clear evidence of the strong support which is increasing across the village. Recently the Northumbria in Bloom judges Sabina Rose and Lucy Liddell visited Moorsholm and Coastal View spoke to them. We asked Lucy about the procedure for the judging. “We are responsible for judging eight villages in the middle size village category and we will visit eight places over a period of two weeks. These can be anywhere from Hexham to here,” she said. Chairman of Moorsholm in Bloom, Ken Gillance told us: ”Today the village was radiant for the Northumbria in Bloom Judges’ visit, who

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It is vital that we keep asking questions By Paul Davies

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nderstanding technology, computers and the Internet remains something of a moving target. As technology, society and the economy change around us, so do people’s motivations, attitudes and access to technology. Older skills fade, priorities alter, and new software or online trends hit our streets, offices, schools and homes. This is not an area where knowledge will ever be completed, and where we can sit back satisfied we’ve got it all figured out. It is vital that we keep asking questions, and that we put the right questions to the right people. Some people consider the internet unnecessary because they can find the information elsewhere or simply ‘read a book’. Many believe it wastes time rather than saves it, because there is just too much information to sift through to get to an answer. Furthermore, can content always be trusted? This can indicate people are increasingly aware of the potential of being “online” but feel a need to be better placed to get at these benefits, evaluate information and sources and make it work for them rather than trying to understand everything that is possible with technology. It is not uncommon for people who come along to learn about the internet and computers to describe a feeling that the internet was just too big, too daunting or too difficult to get to grips with. People also express fears about security issues and crime involving the internet, recalling news items or experiences of online fraud perhaps even affecting someone they knew rather than personal experience.

Other worries centred around inappropriate content, and there was a particular feeling that the internet was a potentially dangerous place for young users. These are all valid concerns and something that we always try and address when passing on new digital skills to people. The good news is that by 2013 the number of offline people has decreased again, to a little over 6 million. Things are definitely moving in the right direction. But while this is good it means there are still an awful lot of people not benefiting from the Internet and technology. There are lots of reasons for this, but for me the main one is clear - and it’s a pretty straightforward one. As the scale of technology increases and its to where it can often seem ‘otherworldly’, It can be more difficult for people to see how it can positively effect their lives and to encourage people to embrace our online world. It makes sense really - the more people we get online, the further away from it all those who are still offline feel. People’s concerns can never be ignored but be assured all can be worked through and the marvels of the internet and how to make it work in a fascinating, safe, entertaining, simple and productive way for you are only a few short steps away. If you have yet to use the Internet or computers it’s easy to become sceptical of the benefits and become too worried about the uncertainties you have. Come along for a chat with us here at Destinations and we can help put your fears behind you and hopefully set you on your way to online exploration. Call 01287 626432 for an appointment.

he finishing touches were made to the newest addition of the Teesside Hospice Charity Shop portfolio ready for its grand opening on Monday 15th July! The new shop, based on Station Street, Saltburnby-the-Sea, will fit perfectly with the charm and character of the regions favourite seaside town whilst providing residents and visitors a fresh approach to charity retail. This boutique shop will be the Hospice’s flagship store selling a mixture of high end, designer and vintage fashion. It will also host a variety of workshops with new and emerging, local talents showcasing their expertise and flair. The Grand Opening on Monday 15th July was open to the public and marked the first day of charitable trading. You are invited to come down and be one of the first to browse what’s on offer or donate your items you no longer need. Teesside Hospice would love to meet you! Friends and supporters were given a sneak preview at an exclusive launch party on Friday 12th July, showcasing the enchanting store and what it has to offer. All profits from the new shop will go directly

towards the running costs of the Hospice, enabling it to continue to provide its care to local people suffering from advanced cancer and other life limiting illnesses. Tracy O’Donnell, Retail Area Manager at Teesside Hospice said: “We are delighted to have such a beautiful building in the heart of Saltburn as a Teesside Hospice Shop. We have strong links with Saltburn due to the long standing support for the Hospice from the Edward Guy Foundation, who had a shop here themselves. This particular store incorporates our Vintage Wardrobe Department in addition to the other quality items we have for sale.” Tracy added: “We look forward to the support of the local community and visitors; please remember we are always looking for donations of quality items to sell so think of Teesside Hospice when you are having a sort out! Pop in and say hi to the staff and volunteers in the shop who will be happy to help.” Volunteers are still needed, if you are interested please call 01642 811141 or email carolehughes@ teessidehospice.co.uk www.facebook.com/ TeessideHospice www.twitter.com/TeessideHospice www. teessidehospice.org

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Marske Litter Action collects Shootings in Marske its 1000th bag of litter around the village and everyone has a bin at home so if you eat it, drink it or use it, please bin it! One bottle top, sweet wrapper or drinks might not seem like much of a problem but when it accumulates with what other people drop, it’s a whole load of litter, 1000 bags of it! Dropping litter doesn’t keep people in jobs and Marske Litter Action volunteers would love to not have to go out litter picking. We all have a responsibility to dispose of our waste properly so that the near £100million that Councils spend on picking up litter each year in the UK could be spent on more essential services. Don’t flush anything other than human waste and toilet paper down the toilet. Cotton buds, sanitary towels, tampon applicators and wrappers, condoms, toilet wipes and baby wipes should all go in a bin. These items are often not filtered out by sewage systems, get pumped out to sea and washed back up on the beach. When you put your household waste and recycling out please tie bags and make sure lids are tightly closed to reduce the chances of items being n Saturday 6th July volunteers from blown out of bins. Marske Litter Action collected their Dog owners please pick up after your dog and 1000th bag of litter. put the waste in a bin. There are bins on all the Bottle tops, plastic bags, straws and cotton open spaces and at all beach entrances in Marske bud sticks were the most common items to be by the Sea. We have an increasing problem with found on the beach on Saturday which filled 25 dropped full dog poo bags. These are unsightly bags of litter and help us reach the milestone and can pose a health risk. Bagged dog poo can of 1000 bags. now be put in any bin as all waste is disposed So where does all this litter come from? Some of together by the council. of it is dropped in our village, but some is And finally, join us dropped or flushed down toilets across Teesside at a litter picking event. These are held once a and makes its way through drainage systems, month on a Saturday between 10am and 12pm. rivers and streams, into the sea and is then Dates and venues are displayed on our web page, washed up on the beach. Marske by the Sea is no facebook page and on posters in the library. more dirty than anywhere else in the country but Anyone can join in (under 18’s need to be with here local people got together to do something a parent or guardian) - you just have to turn up about the litter on our streets, open spaces and with a pair of gloves, wear sturdy footwear and beach. Reaching our 1000th bag of litter means dress for the weather. We provide litter pickers we know just how much litter is out there! and bags and a friendly welcome. We also run We work closely with the Council, Community occasional weekday litter picks for over 18’s Partnership, In Bloom and other groups in the where we litter pick along the roads, again details village to help keep Marske by the Sea a great are on our web page. place to live and visit, but everyone can help to Marske Litter Action tackle the litter problem. marskelitteraction@hotmail.com Firstly, please don’t drop litter and don’t throw www.litteraction.org.uk/marske-litter-action litter from car windows. There are litter bins

Bede staff member Nicki Armstrong wearing her bullet proof jacket outside one of the “pellet peppered” windows .

orkshire Building Society, and Bede Financial Group customers were shocked when they visited their local Marske By The Sea offices located on Redcar Road, The front two windows have been shot at by air rifle pellets, and will now have to be replaced at a significant cost. Both shops either side of the Bede offices have not been affected. John McVeigh of the Bede Group advised, tongue in cheek”: “I have now had to advise all

staff and customers alike, to wear bullet proof jackets when visiting the offices in foreseeable future, until the culprit are detained.” John joked: “It has surprised me that Marske appears to have been infiltrated by an as yet unidentified terrorist cell. But on a more serious note, if any local residents spot any suspicious characters walking around Marske armed with guns, please contact the local police immediately.” The Cleveland Police are aware of the incident.

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Animal magic!

Beautician Nikki proves just the job for Rockliffe Hall She scored 100 percent at the end of the programme and was offered a permanent job. The mum of one, from Marske, said: “I’m absolutely delighted to have been given a job at Rockliffe Hall. It’s a lovely place to work and is obviously extremely professional in the services and customer care it provides to clients. “I think the courses at Redcar & Cleveland College have prepared me well for working at the top end of the industry. The courses were thorough and offered excellent experience for working with clients through its commercial salon.” Nikki, a former Bydales School pupil, added: “I’m loving every minute of my new career and feel extremely fortunate to have been given such a great opportunity.” Victoria Lees, Treatments Manager at Rockliffe Hall Spa, said: “Finding the right people to work as part of our team is about personality, as well as skill, because giving great service is not just about the technical aspects of the treatment, but about Five star career: Enthusiastic Nikki Baillie making people feel really comfortable and really has been employed by Rockliffe Hall Spa. alented Nikki Baillie has a five star career good. For us, Nikki has the perfect combination ahead after landing a job at the world class of both.” Debbie Wilson, Beauty Therapy Tutor at Redcar Rockliffe Hall Spa. & Cleveland College, said she was thrilled for The 21-year-old has started working as a Treatment Practitioner at the Hurworth hotel, Nikki. “In the years that Nikki attended the college, she near Darlington, after completing Level 2 and 3 always gave 100 percent and was enthusiastic and Beauty Therapy courses at Redcar & Cleveland committed,” said Debbie. College. “She has a real talent for beauty therapy and is She completed a work placement at the hotel as part of her course and was then invited back to extremely good with clients, so we know she will go on to great things.” take part in a three-day training programme.

Team Tiger: Back row left to right, James Rowe, Luke Berry, Tyler Easton, Ross Harrison, Brad Halliday, Mandy McLean. Front row: Dave Johnston, Shaun Cook

t could be said that many students are “My favourite moment was the end event. It used to monkeying around, but for reminded me of the Gladiators final and it was one day only their koalafications were so competitive, but everyone was smiling and irrelephant as they had a roar taking part having fun. Huge credit goes to the students in a zoo themed sports day! for organising such a fantastic day,” continued BTEC Sport students at Guisborough’s Prior Neil Young. Pursglove College organised a successful and The overall winners were Team Tiger, fun-packed sports day that participants will fronted by Sports Coordinator Dave Johnston remember for a long time. and College Sports Maker Mandy McLean. Students enrolled onto the BTEC Sport The triumphant students were Luke Berry (ex extended diploma course are required to Redcar Community College), Tyler Easton (ex organise an event as part of their studies. Rye Hills School), Shaun Cook (ex Laurence The particular unit marks on the ability to Jackson School), James Rowe (ex Sacred plan, deliver and evaluate the event over a Heart RC School), Brad Halliday (ex Rye set of criteria. With minimal teacher support Hills School) and Ross Harrison (ex Laurence throughout, the group’s aim was to plan the Jackson School). Team Panda, led by business entire occasion themselves. teachers Lesley Currie and Vicky McDermott Their teacher Neil Young stressed: “The less were crowned the best dressed. support from me and my colleagues ultimately 17 year old Olivia Thompson (ex Nunthorpe means more learning, understanding, School) was a member of Team Leopard. She ownership and opportunity for the group.” beamed, “I loved dressing up and taking part The day of the event was hit by poor in the challenges with my team. It was a very weather conditions, but this did not faze well organised day and I really enjoyed it.” the BTEC Sport group. Driving rain and English teacher Rob Myers, who took part blustery conditions over Guisborough did with Team Zebra, commented: “The toughest not put a dampener to proceedings and challenge for me was conserving my energy, instead the group dug in, accounting for the as the oldest participant, across all of the wet conditions. Plans were altered including events. The relay at the end was extremely moving an enormous inflatable inside and new tiring.” safety measures were introduced. BTEC Sport student Michael Slaymaker Named ‘The Zoo Project’, activities centred (ex Laurence Jackson School) relished the on participating student and staff teams whole experience. “I’m really enjoying the donning animal themed attire and competing course and this project has brought everyone within teams such as lions, monkeys and rhinos. together in an imaginative and challenging The tough team challenges included ‘Feeding way. We worked really hard to ensure that Station’, which consisted of participants eating everything was set up and I think our end curious foodstuffs, ‘The Rate Race’ obstacle goal was met; the students at the College course and ‘Gorilla Run’, where players had having fun!” enthused the 18 year old from to weave between angry primates to collect Guisborough. inflatable bananas. Students from adjoining Neil Young added: “The BTEC Sport Askham Bryan College paraded creatures from students who worked tirelessly to organise their Animal Management Centre. the event are not only a credit to the course but BTEC Sport students acted as ‘the to their peers, teachers and to Prior Pursglove Zookeepers’, making sure the animal teams College as a whole. safely guided themselves around the course. “The course itself involves students solving After teams were scored for their morning problems and developing their own ideas efforts, the big afternoon finale was an which they can ultimately use throughout life, extensive relay course which took participants as they start a university degree or begin a through another series of challenges. career.”

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Lib Dem slams erection of ward boundary sign in Redcar

North Riding flag

Liberal Democrat Councillor has branded “The sign should be removed at once. It is an expensive boundary sign for a Council totally bonkers. It is as if they are ashamed of Ward as bonkers, and a shocking waste of Redcar and want to rename the town. It will only public money. cause confusion.” Councillor Chris Abbott has hit out at the Leader of Redcar & Cleveland Council, George erection of a Millstone wheel; with a Kirkleatham Dunning, said: “The councillors who represent the Ward sign attached to it, at the junction of West Kirkleatham Ward wanted to promote the ward Dyke Road and Kirkleatham Lane. and make it clear where the ward actually is. Councillor Abbott (pictured at the sign) said: “The stone itself and the signage cost little more “Council Wards are not places to be marked by than £700 in total and I believe the installation boundary signs. They are there for electoral and represents good value for money. demographic purposes only. They are subject “It was actually paid for from the councillors’ to change every ten years. Spending money on Area Committee allocations a number of years installing expensive millstone wheels is a shocking ago but there has been a delay in completing the waste of public money. Where will it end? There project while a suitable stone was sourced. are enough signs as it is without starting to mark “Since the project was approved Area Committees council ward boundaries as well. have been replaced by Neighbourhood “There are 22 wards in the Borough and the Partnerships. Thank heavens that these millstones names often don’t match the area they cover. are not like the roundabout structures the Coalition Kirkleatham Ward does not actually include erected in the dark days between 2003-2007, i.e. Kirkleatham village and the name of my ward, the rusting A66 Globe which ended up going for Newcomen, is the name of a former landowner, scrap.” not a place.

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Old Co-op Building Community News The Old Co-op Building, High Street, Loftus

Give Peace a Chance (for Mums & Dads ) Children’s afternoon cartoon club now open Tuesdays and Thursdays 2 - 4 pm the little ones whilst giving the adults a chance for 5 minutes peace! e are providing a private room adjoining the cafe, where the youngsters can sit and enjoy a video or DVD whilst the adults can sit close by in the cafe with a cuppa..... The idea is that we will provide the TV/ video/ DVD in a safe environment for the children to watch the cartoons and the adults will remain close by in the cafe whilst their children enjoy the film(s) BLISS! I would really like to thank all those who donated the many DVDs and Videos, the TV, the DVD player and the Video recorder, so that the little ones can be entertained. Once again, Loftus folks show their kind hearts. On behalf of the little ones ...THANK YOU

e have been listening to a number of local parents/grand-parents who have mentioned the need for a “Cartoon Club” for their young charges.....Something to engage

New training courses starting in September 2013 Mondays: 1. 09.30 - 12.30 Photography for beginners - 30 week course 2. 13.30 – 15.30 Drawing & painting – 10 week course Wednesdays: 1. 09.30 – 11.30 Facebook for the terrified! 5 weeks 2. 12.00 – 14.00 – How to text using your mobile – 5 weeks 3. 14.00 – 16.00 How to use EBay – 5 weeks Thursdays: 1. 10.00 – 12.00 Dressmaking 12 weeks IMPORTANT: Please register your interest at reception in person or by telephone, email or facebook. Tel:01287 643 019 Email: tonygatehouse@teesvalleyrcc.org.uk Facebook: www.facebook.com/oldcooploftus

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The Old Co-op building Calling all Coast & Country tenants... goes LIVE on Facebook: T We have finally caught up with this “Facebook” malarkey.... So now you can check out what we are up to, what training courses we are offering, what “specials” are on in the Cafe, what events are on this week and so on We would be grateful if you would take a look at our page and add us to your list of friends. “Find us on facebook”

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ony Gatehouse, the Building Manager is delighted to recommend the new Coast & Country tenants’ surgery, which is now available at The Old Co-op building every Thursday between 9am & 11am (appointment only) and 11am & 1pm as a drop in service. Coast & Country Housing want to provide a local service to local people and using our building will afford Loftus and surrounding area tenant’s easy access to this valuable and free advice service. This important free service will enable tenants to raise any issues or queries relating to their

tenancy or potential tenancy, such as property allocation, bidding process, anti social behaviour, medical needs, general neighbourhood issues, welfare issues and more... We would urge you to make full use of this free service, because as with all things, if it isn’t used it will simply be withdrawn....So use it or lose it folks! So make a note and pop on down on Thursdays to see the Coast & Country Housing advice team here at the Old Co-op Building, they are located in a private room behind the cafe. Just ask at reception and we will keep you right.

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Old Co-op Building Community News The Old Co-op Building, High Street, Loftus

What’s on at the Old Co-op building? T

he Building is open Monday to Friday from 9am until 5pm and by prior arrangement at evenings and weekends We have a selection of private rooms that our community, businesses, employers, exhibitors, service providers, trainers, in fact pretty much anyone really, can hire by the hour for a whole host or uses. For example, we have rooms for children’s parties, music practice, amateur dramatics, coffee mornings, interviews, training, meetings, activity groups, and private lunches, in fact our rooms are very adaptable and can pretty much accommodate most things, so if you have an idea, just let us know and we will do our very best to meet your needs.

Mondays:

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The Cafe open for breakfast lunch, snacks and afternoon tea 9 am to 4pm Wool spinning group Mary Lanigan independent councillor ward surgeries on the 1st & 3rd Monday 10.30 to 12.00 Free job search internet use 10am to 4pm Free mock tests for CSCS card 10am to 4pm

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The Cafe open for breakfast lunch, snacks and afternoon tea 9am to 4pm Citizens Advice Bureau Advice 9.30am to 12.30 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY “Next Steps” interview preparation & training course 9.30am to 4.00pm. Free course Money tree Community Bank. Mobile office open 10am to 11am Baby Social Group, 12 noon to 2pm Free mock tests for CSCS card 10am to 4pm

Tuesdays:

• Free job search internet use 10am to 4pm • Age UK over 50’s Free Advice & Guidance appointments 2pm to 4.30pm • • • • • • • •

Wednesdays:

The Cafe open for breakfast lunch, snacks and afternoon tea 9 am to 4pm “Next Steps” interview preparation & training course 9.30am to 4.00pm. Free course Connexions young people’s support from 9am to 4pm Patchwork & Quilting groups 10am to 2pm Painting & Decorating course...Free Slimming World Group 7pm to 9pm Free job search internet use 10am to 4pm Free mock tests for CSCS card 10am to 4pm

Thursdays: • The Cafe open for breakfast lunch, snacks and afternoon tea 9 am to 4pm • “Next Steps” interview preparation & training course 9.30am to 4.00pm .Free • Coast & Country Tenants’ Surgery 9am to 1.00pm. Appointments 9.00am - 11.00am. Drop-in 11.00am - 1.00pm • Computer training – ECDL – 9.30am to 12.30pm • Computer Basics training course 1pm to 3.00pm • Sewing group, free, 2pm to 4pm • “Shape up” health support group 10am to noon • Over 50’s table tennis group...Free to play • Health Watch 10am to 12pm • Computer repair shop (CCT) open 9.00am to 5pm • • • • •

Fridays: The Cafe open for breakfast lunch, snacks and afternoon tea 9 am to 4pm Indoor carpet bowls… free to all “Next Steps” interview preparation & training course 9.30am to 4.00pm. Free Free mock tests for CSCS card 10am to 4pm Free job search internet use 10am to 4pm

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o You live or work in: Boosbeck, Carlin Our base level award £500 is called the “Try it” How, Charltons, Dunsdale, Easington, award and this one will help you find out if your Lingdale, Liverton Mines, Loftus, Margrove idea would actually work, next comes our “Do it” Park, New Skelton or Skinning grove? award which enables you to actually go ahead Are you 16 or over and have an idea(s) or even with your idea, this award is up to £5000. the raw bones of an idea, that could have the So as you can see, there is money and support potential to make a positive social change to one for all those people who have an idea that can of the above towns or villages in which you live deliver social improvement to their area......Are or work or volunteer? you one of those people? Do you have the raw talent and commitment to If you are or would like to find out more, call try such an idea out? Would you like someone me (Tony Gatehouse) at The Old Co-op building to talk to about your idea and maybe turn it on 01287 643019 or email tonygatehouse@ into a reality? teesvalleyrcc.org.uk and we can set up an We at the “Star People Project” are looking for informal chat and see where we go from there.. people just like you and we want to support you C’mon lets gets things rolling! with some funding and some mentoring?

Sadie joins the Cafe team at the Old Co-op Building W e are delighted to confirm the addition of Sadie to our cafe team, Sadie joins us as an apprentice and will be working alongside Rhona & Sue. Sadie will be undertaking on the job training and external training over the year and will cover areas such as food hygiene, health & safety and of course, customer care.

Cafe: New additions to our menu for the summer

e now have a range of ice creams & Oh... and there is the local favourite, the “Parmo” ice lollies available from our ice cream with all the trimmings at just £4.50 freezer at just 50p or £1 Beverage wise, our friendly cafe only sells Something special for the children this Summer YORKSHIRE TEA & NESCAFE COFFEE at is jelly & ice cream at just 50p just 50p per mug Cream teas at just £1.50 includes a pot of Whilst we also offer Cadburys Hot Chocolate, YORKSHIRE tea & a homemade scone with Latte & Cappuccino. All this and our friendly fresh cream and jam team, make our cafe the place to meet a friend or Try our selection of cakes & doughnuts at just neighbour for a refreshing drink and a chat. We 70p or if you would like a tasty desert, try our are an ideal location for groups to meet up too. Chocolate Gateaux and cream or Fruit meringue Our usual menu remains on offer which includes at just £1.75...Yummy! arrange of hot meals cooked from scratch to order, For those with a more substantial appetite, we including freshly cut homemade chips, salads, offer a range of baguettes...for example, a warm a selection of sandwiches, snacks and drinks. freshly baked baguette, with your choice of filling, And we are always interested to hear from our hot or cold beef, ham, tuna etc at just £2.50 and customers about items they would like to see on you can add a fresh salad to go with, at just £3.45 the menu, so please don’t be shy, just let us know the lot. what you think....

Other Groups: Action for Autism: Families Parent Group, for parents of an autistic child living in Loftus

and surrounding areas. This is a wonderful support group that is here in the building on the last Monday of the month, 10am to 1pm. For more info ring /txt Ginny on 07428102555 Carers Together: Carers Together in Redcar & Cleveland is an independent registered charity dedicated to improving the quality of life for carers who care for someone living in Redcar and Cleveland. Carers Together hold a craft group here in our building on Fridays please call them on 01642 488977 for more information Neighbourhood Police Surgeries: The local Police team hold a drop in, ‘cuppa with a copper’ Tuesday 6th August at 1pm come and meet your ward officers If you would like a friendly venue for your group to meet, please contact the building reception

The Old Co-op Building is a project managed by the Tees Valley Rural Community Council. Company Number 03750700 Charity Number 1080280

The Old Co-op Building High Street Loftus Saltburn-by-the-Sea TS13 4HW Tel: 01287 643019

Email: tonygatehouse@teesvalleyrcc.org.uk Web: www.teesvalleyrcc.org.uk

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Loftus Wool Fayre returns

Yarn sows the gap

tudents at Redcar Academy are knitting versatile skills by preparing and serving stronger links with their community cream teas for their visitors, kindly supplied through a Yarn bombing project. by Coast & County Housing. Inspired by the great work achieved by the The feature has attracted very positive students in Sids Place Garden; which provides feedback from visitors to the school and an area for students who have difficulty coping brought a smile to many faces. in the classroom; staff and community groups On a trip from the on- site nursery, Redcar set to work to create a garden themed art Sunnydays Childcare, Joshua aged 2 years project celebrating the British Summer. 11 months pointed and said: “I really like the Commencing in February this year staff, apples in the real trees”. students and Community groups have been Debbie Clews, Deputy Manager for Redcar knitting, sewing and crafting together to Sunnydays Childcare said: “The children produce the 15ft length of work. really enjoyed their trip to the big school, it The display was installed over the last was a very exciting morning for them.” weekend in June by a team of 12 volunteers, Rachel Nixon, Project worker for SIDS place ready for its surprise unveiling by Redcar & said: “Around 30 students had been involved Cleveland’s Deputy Mayor Cllr Carole Simms and the response from them was phenomenal. on Sids fence for all to see as students and The work had proved very therapeutic and the visitors arrived at the school Monday Morning. kids had been really passionate about putting At the launch, students further showed off their it all together.”

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espite the early morning weather, which resulted in some of the stall holders not turning up, on the return of Loftus Wool Fayre, the sun came out eventually and shone on the many people who turned out for this successful event. There were events and demonstrations taking place in the Town Hall, St Leonard’s Church area and in the Market Place, with the whole area a hive of activity. Sheep shearing, organ playing and children in Victorian dress, together with the spinning and knitting demonstrations, dancing, craft stalls, cards, cushions, hoop a duck, burgers and hot dogs were all on offer. The local shops also benefitted on the day, with some saying it was their busiest day in ages. Well done to all involved in the organisation of this great day and we look forward to it happening again next year

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Over 1,000 women rocked and strolled for Teesside Hospice! O

The first speedy strollers Grace & Isabel Appleby

Looking after local interests

The Darlington Building Society Seaside Starlight Strollers

arlington Building Society staff have put their best feet forward to raise money for Teesside Hospice. The team of eleven, from branches across Teesside, took part in the Seaside Starlight Stroll from which they hope to have raised at least £1,000 for the charity. The ladies-only event involved a seven-mile sponsored walk from Redcar and Cleveland College to Marske and back starting at 10pm. Teesside Hospice care for people suffering from advanced cancer other life-limiting illnesses. Helena Bourner, a Customer Sales Assistant at Darlington Building Society’s Middlesbrough branch, is the team organiser. She said: “As well as raising money we wanted to raise awareness of this fantastic charity that offers so much support and care for local people and their families.

“We have had contributions from family and friends and customers at our Teesside branches have also signed up to sponsor us. We are very grateful to everyone for their generosity.” The Society’s Starlight Strollers comprises Helena, Cheryl Allan, Elaine Wilkinson, and Rebecca Russell, from its Middlesbrough branch; Julie Bourne, Nicola Hogan, Nicola Donaghue, Melanie Winton and Joanne Craggs, from its Redcar outlet; Louise Thorpe, from its Guisborough branch and Hollie Seal, from its Darlington branch. Sponsorship for the event has included a contribution by the Society with the Middlesbrough branch making a donation from the Society’s Community Fund, where branches nominate local good causes to support. The Society, which prides itself on ‘looking after local interests’, also paid the teams’ registration fees.

n Saturday 22nd June, over 1000 ladies At the finish line walkers were greeted with came together to take part in Teesside a well deserved cake, hot beverage and of Hospice’s sixth Starlight Stroll now known course their medal! The first speedy strollers as the Seaside Starlight Strolls sponsored back were Grace and Isabel Appleby – well by Redcar and Cleveland Council. done girls! Participants walked seven miles, from Maureen Thompson, Chief Executive at Redcar and Cleveland College to Marske Teesside Hospice said: “We are bucking and back, raising in excess of £60,000 in the trend of other sponsored walks which aid of Teesside Hospice! are seeing a decline in participants and are Numbers taking part in the event have extremely proud that so many ladies took part, doubled in comparison to last year and the raising such an amazing amount in sponsorship support received has been overwhelming. against the odds. They are testament to the Walkers arrived from 8:00pm to enjoy loyal support Teesside Hospice has in the local the entertainment on offer before the stroll area and it means so much.” commenced. Lisa Shaw and Sibbers of Real She added: “Thank you to everyone that Radio welcomed the ladies as they arrived supported the Seaside Starlight Stroll, from with competitions, party music and all round the ladies that took part to the volunteers entertainment to make for a great night! The which helped make the event possible; it is ladies also enjoyed fun and games on the because of you Teesside Hospice can care for boardwalk, photo booth and made dedications local people who need it most.” to their loved ones via ‘Our Stars’. If you would like to take in next year’s event A great effort was made with their costumes which sees the pirates invade the Seaside and everyone involved went the extra mile Starlight Stroll! Sign up at www.starlightstroll. to help raise even more funds for their local co.uk. charity. 350 handbags were donated for To raise funds on behalf of Teesside Handbags for the Hospice scheme which will Hospice please call 01642 811141 or email help to raise an additional £1500. fundraising@teessidehospice.co.uk to find In preparation for the stroll David Lloyds out the different ways you can. provided a warm up followed by the newly Join our Facebook page at www.facebook. introduced 1 minute applause to celebrate the com/TeessideHospice or follow us on Twitter lives of those no longer here and who many at www.twitter.com/TeessideHospice of the ladies were walking in memory of. The walk then commenced at 10pm.

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Summer Programme 2013 Your Youth Service provides highly trained, experienced staff, SAFE meeting places, encouraging positive activities and outcomes for young people! This Year’s Summer Programme is FREE for our Centre and Outreach Sessions, these Include; Fun Activities, Sporting & Team Games, Camp Craft and Much More… Please Come Along and Get Involved! Saltburn - DoorWays

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29 July – Mobile Skate Park 5 August – Mobile Skate Park 12 & 19 August - Open Access 6-30pm – 8.30pm (available to 13-19yrs)

23 & 30 July - Sports & Games 6 & 13 August - Sports & Games 7pm – 9pm (available to 13-19yrs)

Redcar Sea Front – Outreach

New Marske – Outreach Pontac Play Park

27 & 29 August - Youth Workers Available for Support 7pm – 9pm (available to 13-19yrs)

29 July & 5 August Sports & Games 6.30pm – 8.30pm (available to 13-19yrs

Redcar – 25K Youth & Community Centre

Marske – Outreach Grassed area behind Vicarage Shops

29 July, 5 & 12 August Sports, Games, Arts, Crafts… 3.30pm – 5pm (available to 13-19yrs)

Sports & Games 7pm – 9pm (available to 13-19yrs)

24 & 31 July - Mobile Skate Park 25 July, 1 August Sports, Games, Arts, Crafts… 7pm – 9pm (available to 13-19yrs)

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Redcar – 25K Youth & Community Centre 24 & 31 July (Junior Session) Team Building Games & Fun Activities 5pm - 6.30pm (available to 10-12yrs)

Redcar Kirkleatham Ward Community Fun Day

On the ﬁelds at 25K Youth & Community Centre 7 August 12pm – 3pm

What your Youth Service delivers for young people across Redcar & Cleveland Our 14 Youth Centres/Provisions and 13 Youth Projects delivers 1800 Youth Sessions to 2800 Young People through Sports and Fitness, Residential Work, Outreach, Accreditations & Awards, Projects, Junior Work, Multi Agency and School Support Working. The Youth Service provides many Volunteering & Peer Mentoring Opportunities. Duke of Edinburgh’s Award – we currently have 500 young people participating in Bronze, Silver & Gold Awards. The Join Us Project works with over 230 young people with disabilities, supporting members to achieve 86 accreditations, with one member being awarded the RCBC Pride Award for Volunteer of the Year.

Contact Aggie Scott on 01642 496004/496007 or via email aggie_scott@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk

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New courses offered in domestic energy assessment and Green Deal

eople can qualify to become domestic energy assessors with new fiveday courses at Redcar & Cleveland College. The BPEC qualifications are being offered in conjunction with The National Skills Academy and Environmental Technologies as part of the college’s growing Eco Skills department, which uses the latest equipment in the sustainable technologies market to train students and upskill workers in the field. With the latest courses, people can gain the knowledge and qualifications needed to enter the industry as home energy inspectors by completing the BPEC Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment Level 3. No entry qualifications are required, although an understanding of construction would be an advantage. Successful completion will qualify candidates to undertake domestic energy inspections, produce Energy Performance Certificates and to register with a competent person scheme. For those wishing to become fully qualified Green Deal Advisors, Redcar & Cleveland College is also offering the BPEC Diploma in Domestic Green Deal

Advice Level 3 course. As an entry requirement, candidates must already hold the Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment, including the DEA upskill exam. This course is also studied over five days and once completed successfully will allow people to register on a competent person scheme and undertake Green Deal Advice Reports for domestic properties. Harry Teasdale, STEM Development Manager at Redcar & Cleveland College, said: “Energy reduction and sustainable living are fast growing industries in the north east, especially with the Government’s ground-breaking Green Deal initiative, which will provide thousands of homeowners with affordable energy-saving measures. “As a result, there are great job opportunities out there, but people obviously must have the correct qualifications to work in the industry. As part of the north east hub on eco skills, we are delighted to be among the first to offer these new courses.” For more details, start dates and group discounts, call 01642 777216 or 01642 473132 or visit www.cleveland.ac.u

Laurence Jackson School Race for Life Event

Redcar enjoys a parmo tart for the troops

n Monday 24th June 2013, Ian Swales MP, Redcar’s Chris Lee (Blind Veterans UK) and Phil and Clare from Sophellies Eatery hosted an event to launch ‘Tarts for Troops’, a campaign aimed at raising awareness and money for veterans who have lost their sight through illness, old age or accident. Blind Veterans UK care for ex-servicemen and women who have lost their sight and need help to lead independent lives. Members of the local community came together for an hour to celebrate the work that Blind Veterans UK does for its members, to eat tarts and to raise some money while they were at it! Sophellies Eatery provided three Teesside themed tarts, a Lemon Top Tart, a Redcar Rock tart and a Parmo Tart! All went down very well and we had sold out within 30 minutes of going on sale. Ian commented: “It was a really good turnout, and I was pleased to see so many people supporting such an important charity. The tarts were superb, and we managed to raise £50.00 in just over one hour. “Thank you to everyone that came to the event and thank you all for the kind donations to the charity. Blind Veterans UK are delighted that we raised money and awareness for them. It is Armed Forces Week this week, so it is timely that we support all our troops, both those who are still on the front line, and those that have served our country. I hope that some people will host their own tarts for troops event and do some baking to raise more money.”

Ian Swales MP (right) with Redcar’s Chris Lee (Blind Veterans UK)

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aurence Jackson School in Event organiser Lyndsey Henry (PE Guisborough hosted its very first teacher) at Laurence Jackson School said: ‘Race for Life’ event this year in aid of “The event has been a huge success with cancer research. lots of students and their family members Hundreds of female students, staff, family turning up to show their support. The total members and their friends took part in the 5k raised is £2500 which is an amazing amount run on our school site. This is the first time of money and well worth the efforts of the school has volunteered to host the event everyone involved. “ and the uptake of participants was 300+. The event was such a success next Although the weather conditions were year’s event has already been booked in extremely hot and the run was a challenge for Monday 7th July 2014, please check in such conditions everyone had fun safe in the school website for more details www. the knowledge they were raising money for laurencejackson.org a brilliant charity.

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One of the safest places to live in the country R

esidents on Teesside can be rest assured they live in one of the safest places in the Country as latest figures show accidental house fires are once again at an all-time low. Fire Chiefs from Cleveland Fire Brigade are delighted to announce that during 2012/2013 accidental house fires have dropped once more by 17% with only 161 taking place. Ian Hayton, Chief Fire Officer spoke about the newly released figures saying, “To think back in 2000/2001 we attended 650 accidental house fires compared with 161over the last year. This is a massive achievement and one which we are very proud of. Each year we have continued to reduce the number of these fires to protect the people across Teesside in their homes.” Mr Hayton went on to say, “We pride ourselves on the hard work, innovative thinking and different ways we help our residents keep safe. Our staff work in the heart of our communities alongside our volunteer network who now have 150 volunteers. We run a raft of successful initiative’s which are invariably ran in conjunction with partners to maximise their success. “One scheme which we are particularly proud of is our Stay Safe and Warm campaign which helps people keep safe and warm in their homes,

Ian Hayton Chief Fire Officer particularly through the colder months. Last year we helped over 300 households keep safe and warm, which was an increase of 60% on the previous year. This has resulted in us making a real difference to people’s lives, as worryingly 25,000 people die each winter through fuel poverty. “We also carried out over 23,600 free Home Fire Safety Visits last year, of which 4,000 of those were to vulnerable people. These numbers now mean we have carried out these visits in 50% of homes across Cleveland.

“We are also very proud to have pioneered the first low cost domestic sprinkler system in the country, which we believe is the future in preventing fire deaths in the home, and we have just fitted them into a another set of houses in Hartlepool. “Although we have achieved a lot in the past year, we are determined to continue making our communities safer including reaching out to the other 50% of residents who haven’t had a Home Fire Safety Visit which is a free service. I would urge that every home has one to help keep them and their family safer from fire so please call us now on 01429 874063 to arrange one today.” To view the full 2012/13 Performance & Efficiency Report visit www.clevelandfire. gov.uk/priorities To find out more about our services mentioned visit: • Stay Safe and Warm - www.clevelandfire. gov.uk/warm • Home Fire Safety Visits – www. clevelandfire.gov.uk/hfsv • Domestic Sprinklers – www.clevelandfire.gov. uk/sprinklers To help keep you and your family safe from fire, the Brigade provides free Home Fire Safety Visits and will fit smoke alarms if needed. Call 01429 874063 to arrange a visit to your home and you will receive specific fire safety advice for you and your family. For further safety information and news about the Brigade visit www.clevelandfire.gov.uk or join us on Facebook or Twitter.

Swales gets Darlington up to speed I

n the Public Accounts Committee local MP Ian Swales ensured that new High Speed Rail 2 compatible trains would be stopping at Darlington. When quizzing David Prout, Director General for HS2, about why the service appeared to not be stopping at all between York and Newcastle on maps produced by HS2 Ltd, Ian made the case for the service to stop in the Tees Valley. He argued that there are 750,000 people living in the Tees Valley, it is a hive of industry and has the UK’s second biggest port, asking ‘but you are saying that you are not going to include it on your network. Why would that be?’ In response, Mr Prout confirmed that HS2 services will stop at Darlington. Commenting, Ian Swales MP said: “I’m delighted to have been able to pin HS2 down on this. All the maps they have published so far showed no stop until Newcastle, missing out the entire Tees Valley. I’m delighted to have confirmed that our area will be able to see the benefit of this project and has not been forgotten in the planning. “I’m glad HS2 appears to be on the right track and believe we can all get on board for a stop at Darlington.”

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New guide to great days out on the Yorkshire coast and North York Moors

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Saltburn surfers at sunset_photo by Colin Carter

new guide promoting great days out in the North York Moors, Howardian Hills and Yorkshire Coast has been published to showcase the best the area has to offer and to help attract more visitors all year round. Great Outdoors features 35 pages of days out for all the family from first-class surfing at award-winning beaches and adventurous mountain biking in Dalby Forest, to picturesque cliff-top walks and cycle rides through unspoilt countryside. The guide has been published by the North York Moors National Park Authority in partnership with Scarborough Borough Council, Ryedale District Council, the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Welcome to Yorkshire. Two other new guides feature 20 great days out along the Cleveland Way and the Yorkshire Wolds Way National Trails. Called Top Ten Experiences and published by the Cleveland Way Partnership, they describe inspiring places, special walks and heritage trips along two of the region’s most popular long-distance walking routes. The chosen highlights showcase both popular destinations and ‘hidden gems’ as recommended by local residents. One recommendation is tucked away at the end of a wooded valley in a secret inlet. Dramatic, almost sheer cliffs covered with

dense vegetation are a backdrop to the special place – Hayburn Wyke waterfall. The National Trust’s Hayburn Wyke and its beach of many coloured pebbles is a paradise for children and adults alike. The guides aim to attract new visitors, benefit local businesses and help people explore the landscape in new and exciting ways. Malcolm Hodgson, National Trails Officer for the National Park Authority, said: “The Cleveland Way and Yorkshire Wolds Way offer fantastic opportunities for people to get out and explore the iconic landscape of the North York Moors National Park and the Yorkshire Wolds. Both routes are already popular with walkers, but they also offer superb days out for people who might not normally choose to go walking. There are lots to see and do along the trails, and the project hopes to highlight some of the best attractions on offer.” All three publications, which are free, are available in tourist information centres and the National Park’s centres at Sutton Bank and Danby. Great Outdoors is available to download from the Authority’s website at www. northyorkmoors.org.uk/seeanddo. Visit the Top Ten Experiences website for downloadable route maps for all the walks in the booklets and more: www.top10trails.com

oorland crafts, sheep-shearing and Woodland skills, moorland crafts and battle cries from a living history local produce are all represented too, from group promise a fun-filled day at the gingerbread-bakers to felt-makers, and National Park’s biggest event of the year. wood-carvers to charcoal-burners. The sheepCome and experience a full day of family shearing demonstration is always a popular entertainment at the Launch Event for National event and, if you’ve ever wondered how to Parks Week on July 28 when people all over build a dry-stone wall or make a stile, National the UK get a chance to celebrate the special Park Rangers are on hand all day to answer qualities of the National Parks. your questions. Sally Ann Smith, Events and Exhibitions There will also be traditional folk music Coordinator, says: “There’s always a theme for throughout the day from Alison Lawson and National Parks Week and this year it’s ‘actively fellow musicians. yours’, which is a great way to encourage The Launch Event on 28 July is just the start. everyone to enjoy our beautiful landscapes. There’s plenty for children and families to do There are so many inspiring activities, crafts, throughout National Parks Week itself (29 July local operators and food producers in the to 4 August) at both Danby and Sutton Bank North York Moors, and we’re delighted to National Park Centres, while the week finishes have put together such an exciting programme with a flourish with the annual Moorland at The Moors Centre”. Festival at Sutton Bank National Park Centre The grounds of The Moors National Park (Sunday 4 August). Centre are the perfect location for a huge range At the Moorland Festival at Sutton Bank of outdoor events and activities, including National Park Rangers, bee-keepers and geocaching trails, have-a-go archery and drystone wall builders will introduce visitors children’s craft sessions. to their work. There will also be storytelling, Chat to local operators – including Real face painting food tasting and craft making. Staithes, Yorkshire Coast Nature, Wild National Parks Week Launch Event, Sunday Country Walkabouts and East Barnby Outdoor 28 July, The Moors National Park Centre, Education Centre – about the inspiring Danby, 11am to 4.30pm. Admission free, adventures they offer in the National Park, small charge for some craft activities. and join in a taster activity or two. Moorland Festival, Sutton Bank National The Hawk and Owl Trust will also be there Park Centre, Sunday 4 August, 11am to to tell visitors about their work on Fylingdales 4.30pm. Admission free, small charge for Moor, while throughout the day you’ll be able some craft activities. to experience stories, songs and traditional For more information, visit: http://www. customs with the Danelaw Living History northyorkmoors.org.uk/visiting/what-to-seeGroup. and-do/events

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Huckins Family Appeal to the heart and brain. It can cause long-term health problems if not diagnosed and treated promptly. Not only Adelle has health problems, her husband and children do too. But despite numerous visits to various NHS doctors, a cause for their children’s multiple health problems has not yet been found. Although a private test has proved positive for Kaitlyn for Lyme disease. Adelle’s illness took years to diagnose and during that time her three children were born. It is possible for Lyme disease to be passed from a mother to her unborn baby or transmitted n October 2011, mother of three Adelle through breastmilk and the child can suffer health Huckins was finally diagnosed after a long problems as a result, but in order for Adelle and mysterious illness. The disease she has is called Rob to find out whether this is why their children Lyme disease. Lyme disease is a bacterial have these health problems, they need to see an infection carried by ticks (blood-sucking expert doctor. Now they have an opportunity to parasites) which is transmitted when the tick see a top consultant in Germany. This consultant bites and feeds on a person or animal. has years of experience in treating tick borne Ticks are found in the countryside but can also infections, including Lyme disease, but the family be present in town parks and gardens where has to raise in the region of £70,000 for them all wildlife visits. They usually feed on the blood to have the tests and any treatment they need. of wildlife but they can also bite people, passing Rob and Adelle have been together for 15 years on any diseases they may be carrying. but now family life is plagued by health concerns. Adelle (32), her husband Rob (34), and their All they want is for Joshua, Kaitlyn and Dexter children Joshua (10), Kaitlyn (7) and Dexter (2) to be well and to have the quality of life they all love to go camping in the Lake District and deserve. other areas of natural beauty. However, whilst Please give whatever you can so that the family they get to experience all the wonders of nature, can raise the funds for specialist medical help. they have also been exposed to ticks. Prior to This is their best chance of getting better! Adelle becoming ill, they didn’t know about the If you would like to donate or find out more simple precautions you can take against tick information, go to: bites. http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/huckinsLyme disease is an insidious disease which can family-appeal invade every system of the body from the blood,

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acancies have arisen on our trustee board and we are looking to recruit people with various skills and knowledge needed to run the charity more effectively. We require people who have an interest in the work we do and who are able to commit time and energy to directing our future. Do you possess any or all of the following? Specialist skills like funding or finance. Developing policies in areas such as equal opportunities, health and safety Recruitment, induction and supervision of volunteers and employees.

Are you able to share responsibilities and monitor the performance of the organisation. An ability and willingness to plan, work together and set targets. Understand the needs of the people that our charity helps. If you are interested please contact: Lindy O’Hare Founder & CEO on lindy@rcsoda.org 07519059582

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e all know that cancer affects many people in the area each year, most of us know someone who has had to cope with cancer in one way or another – we also know that people can be apprehensive when it comes to talking about cancer. But by giving the facts, increasing self-awareness and making people aware of the signs to look out for, more people will fight and beat the disease. Between May and September MacMillan Cancer Awareness Roadshow would like to attend any events which are scheduled in the area to raise awareness of the importance of early diagnosis and the signs of cancer. We can attend meetings to give a short 15-20 minute presentation, or events or fetes where we would have an information stall and interactive games leading to discussion around cancer. If you have an event planned or you know of any opportunities which might be suitable for us to attend, or if you would like further information, please contact Ruth Fox at Redcar & Cleveland Voluntary Development Agency on 01642 440571. Thank you in anticipation

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HREE friends who got together to plan a ball are well on the way to raising £8,000 in aid of Barndardo’s North East. Catherine Marshall from Redcar, Nina Fryer and David Conway, who are both from Billingham, have been planning this summer’s charity ball for the past few months. The trio first got together to discuss the event when Catherine bought a ball gown but had nowhere to wear it and so the idea for the Summer Ball in aid of Barnardo’s was born. I t w i l l t a k e p l a c e a t Off to the ball – (left to right) Debbie Anderson, manager Gisborough Hall Hotel in North of The Cleveland Centre; Catherine Marshall and David Yorkshire on Friday, August Conway, at Gisborough Hall Hotel. 16. Thanks to the support of businesses across support the ball.” the North East, the friends are well on the Companies region-wide are backing the way to reaching their fundraising target of ball by donating items to be auctioned on £8,000. the evening including signed Manchester Catherine Marshall said: “We are so grateful United and Middlesbrough FC shirts, a bridal for the support of businesses including the make-up package and a book signed by the Cleveland Centre in Middlesbrough and The renowned photographer Joe Cornish. Newcastle Clinic who are our main sponsors, Tickets for the Summer Ball cost £35 which and the many other businesses who have includes a three-course meal and entertainment donated gifts which will be auctioned on the from The Beer Pigs. There will be fundraising evening. activities on the night together with some “All funds raised will be donated to a surprises in store for guests. Middlesbrough-based Barnardo’s project and Barnardo’s in the North East supports on we believe that our target is well within our around 23,360 children, young people and reach.” their families every year. All proceeds from Debbie Anderson, centre manager for the the Summer Ball will be donated to a specific Cleveland Centre, added: “We are really Barnardo’s project, based in Middlesbrough. behind Nina, Catherine and David and think If you would like further information on that they are doing a great job to support a table or individual tickets please visit: Barnardo’s North East. There are so many summerballfundraiser.wix.com/summer-ball, children, young people and families in need Twitter: @For_Barnardos, Facebook: www. of support in the region and we are proud to facebook.com/SummerBallFundraiser

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“They looked after us Stokesley open gardens to raise funds for all, now we are helping Teesside Hospice to look after them” at first but as soon as Malcolm arrived our reservations disappeared; we couldn’t get over what a wonderful place it is. The girls and I feel lucky that he was cared for at such a special place. “Initially Malcolm was at the Hospice for a month and a half to help with his pain control so he could return home. Throughout this time we were involved in all stages of his care and the amazing rapport he had with all of the Care Team helped to make Barbara, Beki & Lauren Henderson with friends and family things that little bit easier. “Malcolm loved to share a joke with the staff and this arbara Henderson and her twin was wonderful to see at such a difficult time. daughters of Guisborough, have a very The Nurses were so receptive to his needs, special reason for taking part in this year’s understanding exactly what he needed and Seaside Starlight Stroll to help raise money when. The Hospice was a place where my for their local Hospice. family and I could go and feel truly supported. Teesside Hospice cares for people suffering We felt at ease talking to the Nurses, Carers from advanced cancer and other life limiting and Doctors and there was always someone illnesses. Through pain control, excellent care there to help if we felt upset. Even though it and understanding the Nursing Team help was a terrible time, we knew that Malcolm their patients feel comfortable and at ease was receiving the best possible care. at the most difficult time in their lives. As Malcolm came home as he wished for five a charity Teesside Hospice are also there for days then returned back to the Hospice for end the patient’s families, as Barbara Henderson of life care. On 7th June 2012 he lost his battle found out when she lost her husband Malcom and died peacefully at Teesside Hospice. in June 2012. Here, Barbara Henderson speaks Malcolm was a patient, kind and brave man, a of how Teesside Hospice was there for the brilliant father and husband; it’s a huge loss to whole family during her husband Malcolm’s us but the Hospice was amazing. They helped illness and why she has decided to take part us as a family to deal with the worst time of in this year’s Seaside Starlight Stroll. our lives and we will always be grateful!” “It was a few years earlier that Malcolm had Barbara and her daughters, Lauren and Becki, been diagnosed with lung disease; as part of took part in this year’s Seaside Starlight Stroll a very loving and close family the news that in memory of Malcolm to help raise much his condition was terminal was devastating to needed funds for the charity now so close to us and our twin daughters, Lauren and Becki. their hearts. Together, we battled the disease as a family but Barbara added “He left a legacy of love and in April 2012 Malcolm’s condition deteriorated laughter to his family and all he met. With and he was admitted to the Inpatient Unit at our friends and family by our side we felt Teesside Hospice. that taking part in the Starlight Stroll was a “I was terrified at the thought of the Hospice fitting tribute.

All things bright and beautiful St Nicholas Church, Guisborough is hosting a Flower Festival for you to enjoy, admire and take away ideas for your own displays. Thirteen years have passed since we last offered you the art and skills of the Guisborough Flower Club - all sponsored locally by groups and businesses. Spoilt for choice! We offer - An evening viewing on Friday, 23rd August, 7.00pm, with Wine and Cheese. Entry tickets £5. Or if you prefer to view during the day entry is free, Saturday 24th August 10.00am - 5.00pm Sunday 25th August 10.30am - 6.00pm Monday 26th August 10.00am - 5.00pm Programmes will be available at the door. Further details from D. Ellis 01287 635219

n Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th June the community of Stokesley came together and opened their gardens to raise money for Teesside Hospice. The sunshine came out and so did the public to help raise in excess of £9,000! Over 1,000 people came along to enjoy the beautiful gardens on show and to share gardening advice, tips and experiences with the gardeners. The glorious weather made the landscapes even more striking and certainly added to the enjoyment of the weekend. The gardeners involved also helped to raise additional funds through the sale of refreshments, plants and homemade cakes. Julia & Christopher Haigh during the fund raising event Visitors were extremely generous with numerous donations given in work – we couldn’t have done it without you” aid of their local Hospice. Stokesley Open Gardens is a bi-ennial event Leanne Irvine, Community Fundraiser said, ‘It next taking place in June 2015. If you would like was fantastic to see so many people supporting to open your garden please get in touch or if you Teesside Hospice by visiting the beautiful would like to raise funds another way on behalf gardens of Stokesley. We are thrilled to have of Teesside Hospice please call 01642 811141 or raised such a huge amount of money – the email fundraising@teessidehospice.co.uk. most this event has raised to date! I would like Join our Facebook page at www.facebook. to thank the gardeners and Stokesley Support com/TeessideHospice or follow us on Twitter Group on behalf of the Hospice for all their hard at www.twitter.com/TeessideHospice

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n Tu e s d a y 11th June the Parish Council welcomed the Lagonda Club Cheshire to Saltburn as part of their North Yorkshire Tour. Approximately 30 vintage cars arrived during the afternoon and parked on Marine Parade where they were greeted by the Town Crier, Members of the Parish Council and local residents. The drivers then had an opportunity to explore the town and take a ride on Saltburn’s unique hydraulic Cliff Lift. The Club were particularly interested in visiting Saltburn due to the town’s historical motor links and members of Middlesbrough and District Motor Club were on hand to give a short presentation about the history of motor racing in the region. The drivers were most complimentary about Saltburn and said that they had found the people friendly and they thought that the town was wonderful. The cars departed Saltburn early evening via the Historical Hill Climb route to continue their tour of the region. The Parish Council would like to thank all those involved in ensuring that this event was a success. At the recent Parish Council meeting Members were advised that David Coverdale,

lead singer of Whitesnake, was born in Saltburn and despite now living in the United States did visit the area regularly. In a recent television interview he had said “that Saltburn was tattooed on his heart”. Consideration was given to wording (provided by Mr Coverdale) for a plaque to recognise that he had been born in the town and permission was being sought to locate this on the building where Mr Coverdale used to live. Following a recent allotment inspection, Members reported that despite the harsh winter and the unseasonable start to the spring they had been impressed with the level of cultivation that most tenants had managed to achieve. The annual Joe Abraham Memorial Allotment Competition will be held on Wednesday 7th August and the winning gardens will be given vouchers to spend in local Allotment Association shops. Any resident of the Parish who would like to go on the waiting list for an allotment should contact the Parish Council office for an application form. Telephone 01287 623477 or email saltmars_parish_council@redcarcleveland.gov.uk

ome on a guided walk arranged by Loftus ACCORD, an umbrella organisation of local community groups. Meet at 10.15am on Saturday 27 July outside the Co-op in Loftus Market Place; from there we’ll get a bus to Boulby then return on part of the Cleveland Way National Trail. If you’re driving to Loftus there’s a car park off North Road nearby and if you’re coming on the Arriva 5 service that’s due into the Market Place at 10.25 then just stay on! John Roberts, a member of ACCORD, said: “This is a spectacular walk that takes in the highest cliffs on the east coast with breathtaking views on a clear day. “Anyone is welcome but please be aware there’s a steep climb and some stiles; there are also points where you’re near a cliff edge so care needs to be taken. You’re advised not to bring children for safety reasons. Dogs are welcome provided they’re under

control. There’ll be guides who can give support and information on the walk which will take more than two hours. You’re welcome to bring a packed lunch…and please wear suitable clothing and footwear!” For more information about organised walks in the Loftus area phone Steve Mussett on 01642 496430 or email him: stephen.mussett@ redcar-cleveland.gov.uk

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Last ditch bid to save Linda signs the doggie pledge one-bedroomed bungalows L B By Cllr Steve Kay ockwood ward Neighbourhood Action Partnership has agreed to sponsor Green Dog Walkers in an attempt to reduce dog fouling in East Cleveland villages. There are 8 million dogs in the UK and they produce 1,000 tonnes of pooh each day. It is not a problem if it is collected by the owners but it produces a disgusting and dangerous mess if it is left on the pavements, verges and recreation areas. Primary school children and footballers are most at risk of contracting asthma, pneumonia and loss of sight from contact with dog mess and the worms it produces. The Green Dog Walkers Pledge is a residents. Hopefully, this initiative will encourage promise taken by dog owners to set an example to others and encourage them to clean the minority who still do not clean up after their dogs to act more responsibly. We want people up after their dogs. Those who take the Pledge promise to wear a to join the scheme, not only in Lingale, but also green armband, always to clean up after their dogs in Moorsholm, Stanghow, Kilton Thorpe and and to carry spare bags for other dog walkers. The beyond.” “Councillor Jefferson, who is also Chairman of scheme is based on friendliness and helpfulness and is strictly non-confrontational. It is free to Lingdale Lift-Off said: “I get many complaints about dog dirt and I am particularly concerned join. On Sunday 7th July, Councillors Steve Kay and about the problem in public parks and on Mike Jefferson, Chairman and Vice Chairman the Recreation Field. I hope this scheme will of Lockwood NAP, presented an armband and encourage the perpetrators to start acting a “Leave Only Pawprints” badge to Linda Stone responsibly.” Dog fouling is a criminal offence and can cost of Prospect Place, Lingdale, accompanied by her terrier crosses Alfie (7) and Holly (5). Linda owners an £80 fixed penalty, or up to £1,000 on was the first Lockwood ward resident to sign the conviction. Lingdale resident Gloria Robinson said: “Many Pledge. “Some people with dogs need to be taught to be people are not aware that they can dispose “bagged” responsible owners. An empty plastic bread bag is dog pooh in normal litter bins or their household ideal for cleaning up after your dog,” commented bin if there is no dedicated dog bin to hand.” For further details and to sign the Pledge contact Linda. Said Councillor Kay: “Whenever we do a survey, Councillor Steve Kay on 01287 660601. dog dirt comes top of the list of things hated by

Labour neglecting local creative industry say Redcar Lib Dems J

osh Mason, Redcar Councillor and Liberal Democrat spokesman for Culture and Tourism, today grilled Labour Cabinet Member Olwyn Peters on the “20 Faces of Redcar ” art project. Information exclusively shown to the Liberal Democrats, revealed that the idea for the project was first conceived over a year ago by local creative businessman, Paul Kitchener who set up his website (faceofredcar.weebly.com) in April 2012. Mr Kitchener, who was then being advised by the council, discussed his ideas extensively with council officers. Over a year later, the council announced its own version of the project – contracted to a firm

based in Manchester . Cllr Mason commented: “The Council certainly has some explaining to do. “All the evidence is pointing towards plagiarism. “They claim to support creative industries locally but they’re contracting to a firm in Manchester – you couldn’t make it up. “Most worryingly, the Labour Cabinet member did not have a clue.” Ian Swales, MP for Redcar , has also written to the Chief Executive of the Council to express his concern about this apparent “coincidence” and the council’s disregard for generating local employment and investing in this area.

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n June, the Dalesmen Singers welcomed t h e M a r s h L a d i e s C h o i r f ro m Huddersfield to join them in a fund raising concert at St Hildas Church, Whitby. The forty strong Marsh Ladies choir formed in 1955, and who will celebrate their Diamond Jubilee with a charity concert at Huddersfield Town Hall in October 2015. The programme started with the Ladies and we were treated to a variety of songs from Classical to Folk, through Swing, Jazz and popular songs from the Musicals that delighted the appreciative audience. The Dalesmen then delivered a selection of popular, spiritual and gospel songs which were equally well received. After a short

interval and refreshments, both choirs came together to lift the roof in a superb finale. If you weren’t there you missed a treat. A retiring collection was taken and a grand total of £419 was raised for church funds and a good time was had by all. If you are in any way involved with fund raising for charities or good causes then the Dalesmen Singers are taking bookings. They are a Registered Charity and you will find their concert list for 2013 and more information on their website at www.dalesmensingers.net or email john.haywood@newholm.eclipse. co.uk Thank youTony Barrett (Bass)

ungalows on the perimeter of the Closes Estate at Redcar have been boarded up but Ward Councillor Chris Abbott has called on Coast and Country Housing to reconsider the decision to demolish them, which was taken before the removal of the spare bedroom subsidy. Chris Abbott raised the issue at a meeting on Redcar and Cleveland Council on 30th May and has since written to Iain Sim, Chief Executive of Coast and Country Housing Cllr Abbott said: “If Coast and Country Housing is finding it so difficult to assist people to downsize as a result of the removal

of the spare bedroom subsidy, why are they not changing the property specification for the new homes planned on the Closes estate? “Why not abandon the plan to demolish the popular one-bed bungalows on the perimeter of the Closes and re-let these popular properties? “To me it does not make sense replacing them with two-bed flats when these were made more secure and were fully renovated during the first phase of modernisation on the estate, which cost £40,000 per property.” There are still 28 bungalows left, of which around 20 are due to be demolished.

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Saltburn group visit RAF Leeming By Mike Morrissey

In front of a Hawk training aircraft Forum members - from left Les Elwood, Ken Lightfoot, Brian Atkinson, chairman Rex Scales, Squadron-Leader Paul Laugharne, Mike Morrissey, Ian Currie, Ken Bladen and Flight-Lieut John Soden.

even members of Saltburn and District Retired Men’s Forum visited RAF Leeming for a three-hour tour of the 96-year-old 100 Squadron’s base on 17th June. They looked round a Hawk jet training aircraft, the Squadron’s museum and the ‘graveyard’ hanger where redundant aircraft are canabilised for spare parts. A percentage goes to scrapyards. Planes scrapped include old Tornados. Forum member Ken Lightfoot, 91, of Saltburn, served with RAF air-sea rescue during world

Saltburn Rotarian, Dave Sadler (pictured with wife Anne) is now the leader of Rotary District 1030 (North East)

otary District 1030 is located in the North East of England having 66 Rotary Clubs, from the Scottish border in the north to Stokesley in the south. The 1750 members are part of Rotary International in Britain & Ireland (RIBI) comprising 53,000 members men and women of all ages and backgrounds - in 1,850 clubs. Globally, Rotary International is made up of over 1.2 million Rotary members in 34,000 Rotary clubs in 200 countries. Rotary clubs are based within local communities, with their members meeting on a regular basis to enjoy friendship, networking, and to plan projects that will benefit the lives of people both at home and abroad. Dave was born and raised at Eston, nr Middlesbrough. He left school at 16 and joined the Police Service, an association that was to last 43 years and take him into virtually every branch of the organisation. An equally long association is with wife Anne who he met whilst training in Durham in 1967 and married in 1972. They immediately set up home in Saltburn where Dave had been posted as a Probationer Constable in1970. Dave has two married daughters who were born, raised and educated in Saltburn and now has three grand children who are following suit. Dave first became involved in Rotary as part of a sponsored exchange group to Texas

in 1987 and was invited to join The Rotary Club of Saltburn in 1994, whilst serving as the town’s Police Inspector He has served in various positions within the club including Club President in 1998-99. In 2008, Dave led an exchange team to Tennessee following which he was invited to serve on the District Team where he has served as Assistant Governor for 2 years, District Governor Nominee, International Services Chair and District Governor Elect. Dave and Anne love to travel and have visited Australia, South Africa, USA and many European countries often visiting Rotarian friends who have stayed with them in Saltburn. Outside Rotary Dave is President of Saltburn Cricket, Tennis and Bowls Club and founder Chair of Saltburn Athletic (junior) Football Club. Dave & Anne also foster Guide Dogs in training. Of this honour, Dave said: “I am very proud to lead Rotary North East into a new Rotary year. Communities both at home and throughout the world need service organisations like Rotary now more than ever. When Rotary gets involved, lives change, and you often find that the life you change the most, is probably your own.” Visit our website at either “Rotary North East” or “Rotary Club of Saltburn” to learn more of what we do and you can do to help.

war two and recalled an incident when his boat rescued three RAF men from the Channel after their plane had been shot down. Chairman Rex Scales presented the squadron with a painting of a Hurricane and a Spitfire from the World War 11 era. RAF officers said an average of three community groups are shown round the base each month. They ranged from school parties to pensioner groups, with about a dozen people being the maximum who could be accommodated.

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oast & Country, which is one get on the property ladder. of the largest regeneration and “The ‘Get on the Ladder’ scheme is a housing companies in the North East, terrific way for would-be homeowners to has provided a young family with an settle in their desired homes, without being opportunity to get on the property deterred by excessive deposits.” ladder as part of a new initiative. Kirsty, 27, said: “We think it’s a great Michael and Kirsty Thompson, along scheme and definitely something for with their daughter, Oakley, who is nearly people like us. We couldn’t have raised two, were among the first residents to the funds for the deposit normally. It would move in at Hummersea Hills, Loftus, have taken such a long time with rent being taking advantage of Coast & Country’s so expensive anyway. ‘Get on the Ladder’ scheme. “Thanks to the ‘Get on the Ladder’ The initiative is designed to enable scheme we’ve now settled into our new families, who would normally struggle home and managed to get Oakley into a to raise a large deposit, to buy their first local nursery, which is a huge relief.” property. Under ‘Get on the Ladder’, Michael Thompson, 37, echoed his homes are rented out, with tenants given wife’s praise for the scheme, as well as the opportunity to purchase their home expressing delight with the house itself. at any point during the following five He said: “It’s a great scheme and a good years. incentive for people to become homeKirsty, who works as a team leader at owners. It has certainly helped us, as it Sainsburys, says the move will enable her gives us some breathing space, allowing and her husband to raise Oakley in a more us to live in a fabulous modern, spacious family friendly environment. home while saving up to buy it. Hummersea Hills provides a quiet, “The house has three bedrooms and plenty gardened location, which caters to of space, so is ideal for a new family like families who have young children, like ourselves. We’ve settled in really well.” the Thompsons. In addition to making homeownership Iain Sim, Chief Executive of Coast & more accessible to renters, participants of Country, said: “Hummersea Hills forms the scheme will also receive an incentive part of Coast & Country’s commitment payment upon completion of sale, based to provide much needed affordable homes on the amount of rent already paid. for people who may otherwise struggle to

Lesley Lackenby, of Coast & Country with Oakley, Kirsty and Michael Thompson

Sustrans Redcar & Cleveland Ranger report R

By Philip Chisholm Sustrans Volunteer Ranger Coordinator Redcar & Cleveland

angers Helen Chisholm, Richard Mann and I on the eve of the longest day measured out 200 square meters of wild flower meadow seed into six gramme packets ready for sowing. The seeds were so very small it was further mixed it with 20 grams of dispersal filler so it could be sown. Sustrans look after 13,900 miles of walking and cycle tracks across the UK. Sustrans are encouraging their Rangers to work on the brier and nettle verges to create small areas of wild flower patches to support insects and bees. This particular area between Marske and Saltburn also has a nettle patch which supports butterfly eggs including those of the Peacock butterfly. We planted the 200 square meter wild flower meadow on the longest day under a waxing moon. Aye lad, these old timers, born of generations of farmers know a thing or two about nature and about planting a wild flower meadow. We will take the first hay cut off in the late autumn, the wild flower seeds require a winter to germinate. Next spring will see the efforts of thirty months work by the Sustrans Redcar Rangers. The wild flower meadow seed came from a cold store in Dewsbury, it was harvested originally off a North Yorkshire meadow some fifty years ago.

The original bier patch. and The tilled soil

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Redcar in Bloom

Going for Gold

By Jane Tombling

s part of their Going for Gold effort, Marske in Bloom held a front garden competition for the very first time this year. The winners were presented with prizes and certificates by MP Ian Swales at a buffet lunch held at Marske Cricket Club on July 11th, the same day as the Northumbria in Bloom judging. Chair of MIB Sue Sharpe said she had been delighted that so many residents had wanted to get involved and that it could become an annual event. The winners were Rev. & Mrs Lambert - Best Large Garden. Mr N Harris - Best Small Garden. Mrs E Hill - Best Cottage Garden, Mrs Foster - Best Hanging Basket, Mrs L Overfield - Best Creative Garden, Mrs E. Clarke - Best Character Garden. Mr Harris also got Best in Show with Mrs Hill runner-up. The judges for the day were Redcar & Cleveland Councillor Norman Harris (pictured ) with his Show winning front garden. Sheelagh Clarke and Kevin photo by Marilyn Marshall Wilson, Neighbourhood.

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he closing date of 31 July is fast approaching and anyone wishing to enter must have a TS10 address as eligibility to enter - there is no entry charge for any of these three sections. Judging will take place during August with the winners of each category being presented with their awards at Redcar Races on Saturday, 5th October - so a trip to the races that day is an added bonus. Sadly I have to report that following the planting up of three double planters which were surplus to requirements in another part of Redcar, they were planted up with fuscia, surfinia and million bells only to be vandalised barely a fortnight after they were planted up. Apart from the fact that hard to come by funds to the tune over nearly £80 were used to undertake this planting its is sickening that premeditated theft and vandalism

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50/50

Grow Your Own Talent

For our young people

50 young people into work

n December last year we set our our young people but for some target of 50 young people for reasons the young people are 50 apprenticeships. That target now not applying for them or the was reached in no time at all and prospective employers are getting we increased our sights to 100 by very few applicants. August. We know there are many young As of the end of June, together people out there who are still with Redcar & Cleveland’s Route to looking for an apprenticeship so Employment team and Connexions we have to find the way to let them the amount of young people in our know what’s on offer. area who have been helped into We are working with Routes to work experience, apprenticeships Employment to find the best way and training, now stands at an to inform our young people in all incredible 98! areas of apprenticeships available to Here’s to reaching 150! them and will give you more details No more information this month in next month’s newspaper. on our own apprentice event, but In the meantime, if you would like when we have more news you will to find out more about either taking be the first to know. on an apprentice or becoming an Previously, our main aim was apprentice contact Gavin Smith to get employers to agree to take on 01642 or Lesley Pearson on on an apprentice and they didn’t 01642 444332 for advice and disappoint us. But it now appears information. that we have the jobs to offer

Shining examples of the talent in the borough

series of nature reserves along the beautiful Cleveland coast are going to benefit from the efforts of a new Coastal Communities “Green Team”. Five apprentices have been employed by the Tees Valley Wildlife Trust, a registered charity based at Margrove, Saltburn. The apprenticeship scheme has been devised to give young unemployed people from Redcar and Cleveland work-based training in land management and countryside access. This will include the construction of surfaced footpaths, gates, steps and fences and the maintenance of a series of interest features such as grassland, woodland and hedgerows. They will also receive accredited training delivered by Prior Pursglove College.

Sadie joins the team at Loftus Co-op T

ony Gatehouse, Building Manager of Loftus Old Co-op Building says: “Loftus Co-op Building Café is delighted to support the Coastal View 50/50 initiative working with Routes to Employment. “We are therefore very pleased to announce that we will be starting a new apprentice this month. Sadie Henwood will be joining Sue and Rhona in the cafe’. “She will receive dedicated training in customer service over her year with us and as she progresses she will gain valuable experience and knowledge, increasing her chances of full time employment. “We look forward to welcoming her to the team and are sure that both the team, and our regular customers will make her feel welcome.”

Green Team

he Junction is very pleased to welcome Paige Preston and Stephanie Winward to its team. Paige has joined as an Accounts and Administration apprentice and Stephanie as a Peer Mentor. Lawrence McAnelly said: “It is really important to The Junction, especially in these challenging times and through such great initiatives as the Coastal View 50-50 campaign whilst working with the Local authorities Routes to Employment Team, that we can create job opportunities for young people from our community. “Both Paige and Stephanie are already proving to be very real assets to our organisation and shining examples of the talent there is in our borough.”

Demi starts her apprenticeship with Rosedene Nursery Guisborough.

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veryone Active, the company that have taken over the running of the local leisure centres has shown their commitment to employing some local 16 to 24 year old residents into apprenticeships. On Wednesday 29 May they held a recruitment/information event at Eston Leisure Centre that was attended by over 50 of our young adults who have been considering an apprenticeship in fitness and leisure. Young people attending were shown a video highlighting some of the positions and routes for progression within Everyone Active and then had the opportunity try out

some of the equipment and talk to current employees, to find out what their roles are really like. The successful event was a collaboration between Jobcentre Plus, Routes to Employment, with support from Connexions. If you have an interest in working within the fitness and leisure industry for Everyone Active, please log on to their web site where vacancies and opportunities are updated daily. http://www.everyoneactive.com/Home/ Jobs/Apprenticeships/tabid/1883/Default. aspx

emi working with MCQ training and with the support of Routes to Employment, has secured herself an apprenticeship with training to a Level 2 in Childcare. Demi joins a team of 11 experienced staff. Manager, Angela Rowell said: “All our staff have a strong commitment to continually developing and improving the nursery provision to ensure our children receive good quality care and I welcome Demi to the team and look forward to helping her develop her career in childcare.”

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Pupils get to grips with Moorsholm Mini Planters the STEM subjects at college event

O Getting to grips: Enthusiastic pupils (from left) Sally McDonald, Ben Waggett and Georgina Anderson, all 14, learn about the STEM subjects at Redcar & Cleveland College.

upils put their practical skills to the test when they attended Redcar & Cleveland College for a day of activities around the STEM subjects. The Year 9 students at Bydales School in Marske tried their hands at designing, making and selling a STEM product, while also learning about the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) to the north east economy. The STEM event was designed to educate young people about the growing need of science and technology in every day life and the wide variety of careers available to them in the different industries. Other schools in the Redcar and Cleveland area will be invited to the college to enjoy similar events, with presentations on renewable energy, the growth of engineering, the diversity of technology and the employment opportunities available. Ben Waggett, 14, from Marske, said he found the day really helpful and particularly enjoyed the practical tasks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to be a mechanical engineer in the RAF when Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m older, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been very interesting to me to learn about the different aspects of engineering. I have learned a lot, particularly about renewable energy and the use of wind turbines.â&#x20AC;?

And Georgina Anderson, also 14 and from Marske, said it had been a great day. She added: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have found learning about the different careers in the STEM subjects really interesting and designing our own product was good fun. I would like to have my own business, so having good maths skills and being practical is important, so I have found it all really helpful.â&#x20AC;? Andy McLaughlin, Director of Recruitment, Marketing and Business Development at Redcar & Cleveland College, said the day had been a great success. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The pupils from Bydales School were a pleasure to work with,â&#x20AC;? said Andy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They had some brilliant ideas, from developing and designing their STEM-related products, to delivering a sales and marketing plan and presentation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We introduced the pupils to a wide range of career opportunities, including forensic science and wind energy, plus our new partnership agreement with Digital City in Middlesbrough, which will encourage and support our students into the digital creative sector. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have an incredible wealth of young talent in Redcar and Cleveland, so we hope the day has inspired young people across the borough to explore and consider a career in STEM.â&#x20AC;?

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Scenic bridleway damaged by illegal 4x4 spree H

istoric ‘trods’ in the North York Moors National Park have been damaged by a 4X4 vehicle for the second time in six months. The illegal incident on a public bridleway in East Arncliffe Wood, near Glaisdale, is being investigated by North Yorkshire Police. The vehicle dislodged and cracked the ancient, woodland pathway, churned up the ground, and, gouged and uprooted mature trees. The bridleway, which winds its way through picturesque bluebell woodland for nearly a mile, is part of the long-distance Coast to Coast and Esk Valley Walks, linking the hamlet of Delves with Beggar’s Bridge, adjacent to the River Esk. The woodland is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and the path has an historic stone ‘trod’ known locally as the ‘Monks Trod’. Matt Fitzgerald, North York Moors National Park Ranger, discovered one of the 4x4 vehicles left abandoned on the bridleway the morning after the driver had unsuccessfully tried to free it from the mud. He said: “I was appalled when I first came across the vehicle – not only was the ground badly churned up where they had attempted to free the vehicle, but numerous historic trod stones were smashed and scraped. Trees had been damaged and even uprooted through attempts to recover the vehicle. “While there are 4x4 owners who drive

Abandoned 4x4 vehicle in East Arncliffe Wood, Glaisdale. Picture byMatt Fitzgerald legitimate routes responsibly, there is still a minority who have no respect for where they can and cannot drive these vehicles, and their selfish actions can cause a great deal of damage and upset”. Police later recovered the abandoned 4x4. PC Darren Mortimer said: “Illegal offroading in the National Park is a problem that we take very seriously. We work closely with the National Park Ranger Service, carrying out regular joint patrols and sharing information. We are currently investigating this incident and ask that anyone with information that could assist the enquiry contact Whitby police straight away.”

Churned up area just beyond the stream. Picture courtesy of Valley News

This latest incident, which has upset local residents, is one of many where irresponsible 4x4 owners have caused significant damage in the National Park. In January a green lane in the National Park at Ugglebarnby, near Whitby, was closed because of serious damage by 4x4 vehicles. At least 15 stones of an old trod were pulled up and thrown into the ditch. And a total of 200 metres of the route – known locally as Seggimire Lane –suffered serious surface damage as a result of the incident. Due to the vandalism, North Yorkshire

County Council closed the unsurfaced lane to all motor vehicles temporarily until a long-term solution is found. Once commonplace, the National Park’s stone pathways, which are known as ‘trods’, have been fast disappearing since 1900. Archaeologists, cartographers and historians now view the trods of the North York Moors as an integral feature of the area’s history. Some of the trods date back to the medieval monks, others may have been linked to the inland distribution of salt-fish from the harbours of the coast and many linked farms, churches and villages.

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Charity fundraisers meet up By Paul Waugh

ecently, I met up with a fellow charity fundraiser. I was told by a friend of mine in the coastguard at Southampton that Christian was coming so kept an eye on where he would be, and when, and we met up at Saltburn. Christain is walking the entire coast of Britain and he started at Blackpool on the 8th August 2012 and is going to finish at Blackpool. He is on day 332 and has raised so far £73,811.63 for Help for Heroes. He is also sleeping rough to raise awareness of the plight of the ex service personnel, who once back on Civi street sometimes find themselves without anything I was told by a friend of mine in the coastguard at Southampton that he was coming so kept an eye on we’re he would be and we met up at Saltburn. A very nice guy he must have struggled so much with the heat as he was also carrying a big back pack with his stuff in..

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“We will not judge you, we will support you”

omestic violence or abuse can have an enormous effect on your mental health. It is now well accepted that abuse, throughout childhood or adult life, is often a common factor in the development of depression, anxiety and other mental health problems or disorders. This can also contribute to other aspects of our mental health including sleep disturbances, self harm, eating disorders, substance misuse and even attempted suicide. For many of us, anxiety or depression can be a natural response to an unfortunate event or set of events in our lives and it can take time for us to understand our experiences and learn ways to cope and overcome them. For many, we have the support of our friends and family and access to some helpful services that allow us to talk about our experiences confidentially. But what about those who have nobody to turn to other than the one person who has distorted their perception of what is and is not acceptable in their relationship. Has it ever been acceptable to hit someone for putting two sugars in a cup of tea instead of one when the day before they had asked for two? Those who have a partner that can be “so kind and loving”, those who then begin to ask themselves, “Why are they treating me like this when they were so ‘perfect’ in the beginning?” The only conclusion that they can think of is “I must have done something to deserve it”, or “they only hit me once” and go on to believe that they will never do it again. This kind of confusion leads to individuals losing their sense of self-worth, and the easy

option can often be to take anti-depressants to temporarily numb the feelings, but in reality this does not help to solve the problem. Your partner may even use your mental health issues to abuse you even more by saying you’re ‘mad’ or that you ‘can’t cope’ without them, or speaking for you by saying “you know you’re not very confident” or “you’re easily confused” or even telling you that you’re a bad parent and can’t look after the children properly. If you have mental health needs, you will be in a particularly vulnerable position, and may find it even harder to report domestic violence than any other individual. Some people report feeling a sense of shame because of the stigma attached in our society to having mental illness of any kind and you may feel even more powerless. Don’t blame yourself! Your mental health difficulties are not your fault, and you are not responsible for the abuse, the abuser is. You are entitled to help, as much as any other abused person. Stay safe. Kristy O’Hare Volunteer for S.O.D.A Kristy@rcsoda.org If you would like some advice about your situation please contact me on lindy@rcsoda.org All names will be changed to protect the author and all emails will be in strict confidence unless any person is considered at risk from harm. SODA and Coastal View will abide by all safeguarding regulations as required by law.

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Government cuts target East Cleveland

Dear Editor The impact of the biggest local government budget cuts in recent times imposed by the coalition, under the direction of communities and local government secretary Eric Pickles, are going to cause more and more damage to the local community. The poorest areas will face the largest reductions meaning that what was already a very difficult job for local government to improve living standards is now made even more strenuous due to extensive tightening of the government’s purse strings. Pickles’ ‘war on the poor’ leaves local governments with no money for anything but social care and bin collection and even the quality of those services will come under severe scrutiny. Library closures, along with the demise of sure start projects and sport centres are just a few of the many consequences of extremely limited funding for local government. Shadow secretary Hilary Benn was correct in his assertion that Pickles was ‘living in a world of his own’ when the announcement of these cuts were made, a world in which sport centre closures will impose no threat to the standard of this ministers living. Once again it’s the people in East Cleveland who are at the sharp end of the coalition’s cuts. Yours Sincerely Andrew Anderson, Loftus

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Cleveland Mounted Police Section safety that these Mounted Police provide on the Do you want to lose the Cleveland mounted police section or are you prepared to do something about it? The recent announcement that “Vote is final blow for police horses” is absolutely unaccetable! How can these officials make a decision like this without fully consulting the people of the whole of Cleveland ? We have organised petitions and presented them to the Chief Constable, Jackie Cheer, we have sent letters to the Mayor, Chief Executive and others in the four local authorities in the area and to the MP’s who represent the people of Cleveland in Parliament asking them to take up this matter with all of the people they represent. Barry Coppinger has stated that his decision was made after consultation with the people. What consultation, when and where? The statement in the press that “the PCC has invited members of the public to contact his office with their views on the decision” is not a publlc consultation. First of all, can we be given the exact cost of maintaining the Mounted Police Section? Various sums have been quoted such as a saving of £88,000 pa and £550,000. Also, why did they invest in the purchase of a large new white police horse van which we have recently seen on the streets if there was the intention to cut the section? Let the people of Cleveland, who pay taxes to support services in the county have a say in where cuts should be made to services in the county and which should be maintained. Once the Cleveland Mounted Police are disbanded, the people in the County will lose out in the

streets. For instance, it would take a dozen or more policemen to control crowds in place of the horses and it will take much more than the £2,000 suggested by Ms Cheer to bring in other forces for control when needed, even if they were available. The Mounted Police Section help to introduce children to law and order in general and what the police are doing to maintain safely in the area. The positive interaction between children and the Mounted Police will be lost to all future generations in the County. There is also a great pride in seeing the Mounted Police involved in the special events that are held in the region. If you want to keep the Mounted Police, voices must be heard and action taken quickly before it is too late. Jean McGravey Lead Petitioner. Jose Ransome

A taxing issue Dear Lynne and Steve This year, in Redcar & Cleveland, more people than ever are having difficulty paying their council tax. It is hardly surprising, as the Labour Party, in defiance of the government and local opinion, has pumped up the council tax to bursting point. The sad thing is that, even when the ruling Labour group is offered successive life-lines by the government, they refuse to grab hold. In 2012, the government offered Redcar & Cleveland a grant of £1,400,000 in return for a nil council tax rise, but instead Labour slapped on a 3.5% increase. This year, when presented with an even better offer - a “freeze deal”, guaranteed for two years in return for a zero increase - Labour irrationally went for the maximum-allowable 2% hike. Has local Labour completely lost touch? Don’t they understand that ordinary people (many on benefits), whom they claim to represent, can no longer afford the multi-million spending sprees like we are seeing at Redcar. For many people, it’s no longer “Won’t pay!”, its “Can’t pay!”. If Labour kept the level of council tax down to reasonable levels and spent it on services, rather than on borrowing charges for their pet projects, people could afford to pay and the money would flow smoothly into the municipal coffers.

Steve Kay Lockwood Ward Councillor In it for the headlines?

Dear Editor, Re: ‘Give way is not enough!’ by Councillor Steve Kay in Coastal View and Moor News Issue 36 June-July 2013 I am writing to express how much I am opposed to the opinion in the above article that traffic lights are ‘necessary in Lingdale!’ This article above appeared presumably because a very minor accident occurred in Lingdale recently. I was present at the time of the accident and it was simply caused by a driver not noticing another driver coming. As an independent councillor, Mr Kay, who wrote the article above, perhaps doesn’t have any defined consistent polices to follow, but may just express any opinion which keeps him in the public eye. The facts are that Lingdale is a minor country village. The nearest traffic lights to us are in Guisborough, a considerably major town. Even Skelton, which is far bigger than Lingdale has no junction traffic lights.

Any traffic lights would be absurdly out of character with the village as perhaps would entice locals to jump them as we would have to sit there for ages for no reason at all! At night the ‘main road’ through Lingdale is deserted. Even speeding is not an issue because the parked cars, on both sides of Stanghow Road, tend to require drivers to give way to each other in order to pass. In one direction it is uphill and speed is lessened as a result. The council suggestion of speed activated flashing lights seems perfectly adequate to me. Nick Moore, Stanghow

Four foot weeds and knee length grass is becoming a common sight in the eastern part of Redcar and Cleveland. While government cuts are partially to blame for the poor state of Redcar and Cleveland, the finger of blame should be pointed at council officers and the “Eston Cronies” that fill cabinet positions at the council. At first glance it’s easy to either blame the government or a local council worker for the poor state of the borough. But the reason the area is so overgrown is that a bunch of mates operate the council - and they’re too cowardly to stand up for what they believe in. When I was on the cabinet I found that councillors would nod through 99% of proposals made by a director. For example, when I opposed the needless appointment of yet another £100,000+ executive only one other cabinet member was against the appointment. To compound matters, the council leader surrounds himself with friends to stay in power. Cllr George Dunning, if you speak to him, is a friendly man. However, like most politicians he wants a position of power or prestige. There are a number of additional paid positions on the council. If the council leader makes sure that just enough of his more malleable party councillors are in these paid positions, he can hang on to power. The councillors in the paid positions tend to tow the party - or council director - line to stay in the money. It is no coincidence that the decision making cabinet is almost entirely based in Eston. In a case of paid positions for friends, the “Eston Crony” councillors have little appreciation for the villages and towns of East Cleveland, from Marske to Cowbar. Council directors and executives wanted the large scale developments in Redcar - and cabinet members nodded them all through despite knowing about impending central government cuts. The developments should be thought of as an officer’s legacy. Some of the developments will prove to be a complete waste of money. For example: My Space, the Beacon and the Civic Heart will all flop in the long run. These projects have put a needless £24million pressure on revenue budgets. This means council tax must go up every year to fund these projects. It also means that services such as clean and green have to be slashed. Slashed even further than they would have had to have been, as a result of the central government cuts. That is why your street is lined with weeds, or the nearby grassed area a burgeoning jungle. I assume just enough people in Eston get a good enough deal through their councillors

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Letters

Your Points Of View dominating the council cabinet, to routinely vote the same people back into power. Either that or they are one party people who are yet to realise that the Labour Party died with John Smith in the 1990s. For the rest of us with a raw deal in the East of the borough, I can only see one solution to the fiasco: that Redcar and Cleveland is absorbed by another authority, or the council boundaries are changed, so Redcar and Cleveland is not routinely dominated by a small area in Eston. Cllr Dr Tristan Learoyd. Independent. Marske-by-the-Sea

Local Priorities Dear Editor, I understand that residents on the Headlands in Marske are still under the misapprehension that the problems with the grass cutting is down to Marske in Bloom and their wildflower survey. This is not so. The flowers in question bloom in the Coastal Fringe, that’s the very edge of the cliff top. There are maintenance problems with the mechanical mowers and also staff shortages that add to the woes. The real problem however is the cut to the Support Grant from the government that has hit RCBC and other Labour Controlled councils unfairly hard. The blame for any shortfall in the mowing and other council budgets can be put firmly at the door of the Coalition partners. Sadly we are faced with stark choices and if it came to having to decide between our library or the grass cutting, which one would you choose? Marilyn Marshall, Marske

No concrete plans Dear Editor, I am writing in response to the letter from Anna Turley, printed in the June edition of this paper. Her attitude is typical of Labour in the North East. They whinge and exaggerate but have no concrete plans to improve matters. Labour bankrupt the country but now blame the Government for are trying to do something about it. Millionaires are paying £381,000 more income tax in THIS Parliament than they did under the last. The higher rate of income tax is still 5% higher than it was under twelve years and eleven months of Labour. Meanwhile, the lowest paid have received a £700 tax cut. Labour’s only plan seems to be to borrow more from our children and grandchildren creating more debt and taking us back to the brink of economic disaster. I have searched high and low and can find no record of this Government threatening to freeze or lower the minimum wage; just another example of Labour scaremongering to win votes. Yours, Cllr Josh Mason, Zetland Ward, Redcar

UKIP have answers? Dear Editor, I continue to be impressed with the candour and clarity that your publication brings to the people of this area. I am also surprised that my views, as chairman of the UKIP Redcar and Cleveland branch, are mirrored by so many of your contributors. The letter from Mr Thrush on the topic of Upsall Hall, Councillors Steve

Ray and Tristan Learoyd comments regarding councillor’s expenses are totally in line with UKIP policies. I cannot see why in this time of cuts and hardship that council officials see fit to increase their remunerations. Many will tell you that they are doing this as a service to the public. If that is the case then work for less or do more for the same. Something we are asked to do so often in these difficult times. Clearly some councillors see fit to try to hide their additional income and suggest that they are less of a burden on the tax payer, this seems not to be evident from councillor Learoyd’s comments. The other point made recently by the Liberal group is the cost of a cabinet system. This is another area that UKIP totally supports the removal of. Vesting power in a very narrow group destroys local democracy and suppresses the will of the people; this is caused by the application of a party whipping system which is another thing that UKIP does not support nationally in our local officials. The letter from Mr James Cooper indicated the efforts made by Mr Trevor Welburn in the Brotton area on behalf of UKIP, along with others. This work will continue in the future with more and more members joining the branch we will be selecting candidates for all wards in the next election. As many electors will be aware from the legal case against the councillor for Skelton, Councillor McLuckie, we may have a very good chance to give the people of Skelton a chance to vote UKIP and start to make a change in the fabric of local politics, and make a difference. As can be seen by their many contributions to your publication a great many local people love this area and want wholeheartedly to see it do better. We want to promote the positive aspects of our area and make a real difference for all. I look forward to your next publication Mr Christopher Gallacher TD Chairman, UKIP Redcar & Cleveland

A blooming big thank you Dear Editor, On behalf of Cliff House Garden Group may I say a big heartfelt thank you to all those people who responded to their request for plants and garden equipment? The result has exceeded our expectations with lots of good quality tools and plants being delivered to the door. They were also delighted to accept the gift of a garden table and bench, all brand new and still boxed. It has been an inspiration to find that a generous community spirit is alive and well amongst your readers. Thank you once again. Marilyn Marshall. Secretary, Marske in Bloom ( MIB’s)

Miner hurdles Dear Editor, Some of your readers may be aware of the planning submission be reviewed by the North Yorkshire National Park, this project expects to bring around 150 jobs directly to Middlesbrough and the surrounding area for over twenty or more years. That is in addition to the hundreds of jobs, directly and indirectly being brought to the Whitby area where the mine will be sunk. This is of huge benefit to the area for a very long time. What your readers might not realise is that the EU has commissioned lawyers to fight against this development thus preventing the very much needed jobs and prosperity that Sirius Minerals would bring to this area. You can read all about it in the Yorkshire Post as the court action is taking place in Leeds. Nicely out of earshot of the people that will ultimately be denied a chance of a job. The link follows: http://www.yorkshirepost. co.uk/news/main-topics/general-news/

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barristers-battle-to-clear-legal-hurdles-to1bn-mine-1-5821745 This is yet another example of the EU interfering in our country and the creation of employment and development of a sustainable industry. They have killed off our fishing industry, our offshore fabrication capability and now they are trying to kill off our mining industry. When are the people of this country going to do something about it. We need to do something soon before we condemn another generation to a life on benefits. UKIP is the only party standing up to this blatant abuse of unelected power. Get behind us and make your voice heard. Chris Gallacher TD. Chairman, UKIP Redcar & Cleveland

Great sadness at passing of former leader Dear Editor, It was with great sadness to hear that former Darlington Leader John Williams has passed away (Northern Echo ‘Tributes to leader who served town with pride’ 1307-2013.) ‘A leader with honour’ written by the Echo’s Chris Lloyd was certainly John Williams It was an honour and a privilege to work alongside a highly intelligent and kind man. My fondest memory of John was his passion for Darlington and the Tees Valley, especially his vigorous campaigning for a Tees Valley Metro. However his football heart was with Liverpool (soft spot for Darlo FC though) his economic head was definitely with Darlington, Tees Valley and the North East. Our thoughts go out to John’s wife and his family at this very sad time. Cllr. George Robert Dunning Leader Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council.

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Hollie Bush Writes

A whimsical look at our area

Local, Rock and Railways A

s was promised (or threatened) last month Centre and the idea took off. A small committee I carry on with some more reflections of was established and John Bulmer began looking the last two years of this column. at potential sites that belonged to the Skelton This month, local rock and railways. Estate. The old Stanghow Road Schools were Two columns last year dwelt on local music finally settled on. In truth, they were pretty happenings. The first unearthed Teesside’s first derelict, but this only added to the excitement. outdoor rock concert - Teespop ‘68 - and made A small band of volunteers worked at restoring passing mention of local bands supporting the them. People like Matt Davison, a Labour Party headline acts of Traffic and Joe Cocker. One stalwart, who I met in a local writers’ group, a band was called River Invitation and I asked for wonderful guy who could crawl under the floors more information. I have now been told that the of the old school and restore its plumbing and band was made up of well-known local names electrics and then sit down a few minutes later like Alan Ludley (vocals), Alan Fearnley (guitar), over a cup of tea and talk political theory and Peter Ayton (bass guitar), Ray Dales (sax), Ron literature. Aspery (sax), Merv Jones (drums). Seems they “I went round local communities giving talks included members of John McCoy’s original and trying to whip up support and this is how I band, and which had the rather more unoriginal met Gill, my wife, who was an artist. She came name of the Real McCoy. Rivers Invitation along to paint some colourful ‘murals’ on one were signed to the Chrysalis agency who also of the outside walls of the school in a classic handled Jethro Tull. The band recorded a number late 60s / early 70s graphic street style. I wish of demos for Polydor including a version of I still had a photo. Seasons In The Sun, but none of the recordings “Barbara Stewart, the daughter of Alan were released. David Coverdale joined the band Stewart who was Clerk to the old Skelton and later in the early 1970s before joining Deep Brotton UDC, was also involved. She had just Purple and then forming Whitesnake after. The completed an Arts degree and had made a short British Music Archive has some of their tracks documentary film of the Edgar Broughton Band. on-line which can be heard on I’ve lost contact with Barbara who is somewhere http://www.britishmusicarchive.com/ down South working in computing, but her R/101-rivers-invitation/108-rivers-invitationmother still lives in Skelton and could put you recordings in touch with her. I’m sure she could give you Locally, it seems that their principal venue was lots more stuff on the band and the event. It was the old Redcar Starlight Club on the Esplanade. her connection with the band that led to them This provides another link to a past Coastal View dossing down in the Arts Centre the night before article, as the regulars at the Starlight were the the planned concert. Pete Appleby Band, led by Lonnie Donegan’s “Of the day itself, I can remember very little. old percussionist and Dunsdale resident, Pete I do recall heading down the Trunk Road from Appleby, whose death was reported in an obituary Redcar to the second alternative concert field. in this paper a year or so ago. Any memories of If memory serves me right, the band were on that club, which seemed to operate in the shadow some sort of open truck, we were behind them, of the Redcar Jazz Club, welcomed. and the police behind us. Gill and I have vague Now, another recollection of the Edgar memories of going to the court hearing, but Broughton Band, whose run in with the forces that’s about it. Pathetic really. I can’t believe of the law when they tried to hold a free concert how much seems to have slipped through our on Redcar Promenade in 1971 and which I dead brain cells.” featured last year, prompted a note from Tony Finally, a thought on the Beeching Axe and Nicholson from Brotton who, with his wife, Gill, the closure of the line from Guisborough to was active in the East Cleveland Arts Centre at Middlesbrough. that time, a venue which served as the bands Jenny Lynn, now a leading Halifax Councillor impromptu ‘tour hotel’. The history of this on Calderdale Council, writes: “My dad was centre is interesting too. Guisborough’s station master from 1960 to Tony said: “Here’s what I recall. John 1963. When we arrived there my dad made Bulmer, the then estate agent for Skelton Castle, three suggestions to his higher ups: 1) make the organised a local conference in 1970 to discuss timetable simple and easy to memorise e.g. trains the future of the East Cleveland communities. leaving at regular intervals past each hour 2) get John was concerned that the communities might slave labour (i.e. my mum, my sister and me), to go into decline in the wake of the last ironstone put push timetable leaflets through every door mines closing and wanted to explore how local in the town (which at that time had a population community life could be regenerated. My father of 15,000) 3) Get the local bus service to have a was invited to attend and he wondered if I might stop in the station yard Needless to say they did be interested. I had just got back from three years none of these things - instead they fiddled the teacher training in London and was working as figures to demonstrate that the line was making a teacher on a temporary contract at Warsett a loss by the simple expedient of depreciating Comprehensive. Anyway, I went along. the diesel railcars operating on the line over 10 “At some point, I suggested the idea of an Arts years, instead of the 30-plus years which they

actually went on to run. In the ensuing decades, Guisborough experienced lots of new housing development, with the population growing from 15,000 to 40,000, many people commuting - now by car of course - into ICI Wilton and other industries on Teesside. And of course they ripped up the track and sold bits of the land off asap for garden expansions or housing, just to make absolutely sure that it couldn’t be reopened again!” So there we are. As ever any thoughts, corrections or ideas for future articles are always welcome, and should be sent to Coastal View In that connection, there is a specific request for help and information - and, like one from last month, this also concerns the small village of Carlin How. A couple of months ago, I met a Carlin How man on a bus between Loftus and his home village. His talk was fascinating, as he was a man who, in his past life in the early 1950’s, had been a seaman on the very last of the tall sailing ships still trading commercially. He had worked for some years on the Finnish owned ‘Windjammers’ - the descendants of the famous clippers like the Cutty Sark engaged on the guano and phosphate trade between Chile, US West Coast Ports and Australia. Unfortunately before I could get his contact details - as it would have been a fascinating story for the column - he had to get off the bus in a hurry as he would have missed his stop. If the old Carlin How sea dog - or anyone who knows him - is reading this, can he or they contact Coastal View on 01287 669418 so I can arrange to speak to him?

A promo picture of Rivers Invitation. Wonder where it was taken

Railway station staff February 1964

Hollie Bush

His legacy lives on E

ast Cleveland’s Ancient Almshouses remembered the man who founded them at a special service recently. Sir William Turner opened his almshouses in June 1676 to provide sheltered homes former estate workers from Redcar and East Cleveland. For 260 years Sir William and his descendants provided free accommodation, food and clothing until the last family member left Kirkleatham in 1950. Since then, the almshouses have continued to provide supported housing as a Registered Charity. “This year we recognise the 320th anniversary of the death of Sir William Turner in February 1693 at the age of 77,” said Peter Sotheran, chairman of the board of trustees. “He would be delighted and perhaps slightly amazed that his legacy has lasted over three centuries and that it continues to do what he set it up to do.” The annual service regularly attracts large numbers of residents, trustees and former students of Sir William Turner’s School and Sixth Form College. Members of the public and visitors wishing to see insode the chapel are all welcome. This year the Cllr Vic Jeffries, Mayor of Redcar & Cleveland was in attendance.

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Campaigner for countryside rights of way awarded MBE

atriona Cook, a tireless campaigner for the rights of horse riders and people to enjoy the countryside, has been awarded the MBE for voluntary service to the environment in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list. Mrs Cook, of Harwood Dale, is a former member of the North York Moors National Park Authority and is now chairman of the Authority’s Local Access Forum, the group which advises the Authority on rights of way. Jim Bailey, the Authority’s chairman, said: “Catriona has worked tirelessly to improve the rights of way network in the National Park which is perhaps our most valuable asset. It supports the visitor economy and active recreation for all. I’m delighted her on-going work, especially for horse riding, has been recognised in this way” Mrs Cook, who is regional access officer for the British Horse Society and is chairman of the Byways and Bridleways Trust, has campaigned vigorously for equestrian rights of way for 30 years. She said: “I am incredibly honoured but the award is also recognition for everyone in equestrian access. I think the MBE should stand for More Bridleways Everywhere! “The award has spurred me on to be more active. Equestrians

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Deadline looms for National Park grants

ime is running out for residents and which benefit wildlife, improve community businesses to apply for two new grants buildings or support cultural heritage. It hopes launched by the North York Moors National to attract a wide range of applications from Park Authority. creating a local history archive to planting The deadline for applications for the parkland trees. Community Grant and the Environmental A typical project which might be eligible for Innovation Fund is 31 July. the Community Grant is improving a wildlife The Community Grant is for small scale area. projects which have a strong community Rosedale churchyard is a good example benefit and the Environmental Innovation - volunteers have cleared coarse grass Fund is aiming to support large-scale business and scattered locally-collected wild flower ventures. seeds. Grants up to £5,000 for local projects are on Clair Shields, the National Park’s officer offer. The Authority is looking for projects in charge of the project, said: “The area is looking lovely this year with beautiful pockets of yellow rattle and carpets of bush vetch and stitchwort. There is a great variety of grass species too. This is all attracting insects including bees and butterflies.” Conservation Officer Rachel Pickering is looking for “inspirational” projects for Environmental Innovation Fund grants. She said: “The projects must have substantial new elements. They must benefit the environment as well as either the local economy or the local community. “It is hard to give examples of what we are looking for as we are hoping to find something new that we’ve never even thought of. However, projects that utilise natural resources in a sustainable manner, such as rainwater harvesting, would probably fit the bill.” For more information and application forms for both funds, please visit www. northyorkmoors.org.uk/grants.

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Brotton Carnival

Tees baby boom marks start of seal watch

his year’s RSPB Date with Nature seal watch has got off to a flying start on the Tees estuary, with a seal pup baby boom – and it’s set to be a record year. Thanks to generous funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund and Natural England, staff and volunteers from the RSPB have been running a project to show people the creek’s cutest residents. The seal-viewing season, at Greatham Creek, is officially due to start this Saturday, 13 July, but there is already plenty for visitors to see. The Industry and Nature Conservation Agency (INCA), who carry out the official monitoring of the Tees seal population, report a record breaking 18 healthy seal pups so far. The highest number of births and surviving pups since counting started in 1989. Ben Calvert, the RSPB’s information assistant helping visitors find out more about Greatham Creek’s residents, said: “Last year’s Date with Nature was a record-breaking year, with more common and grey seals than ever before making in and around the River Tees has become. their home at the creek. So it’s amazing that Last year, more than 4,000 visitors from we’re already looking at smashing that record. around the world, joined other wildlife-lovers “The birth of so many seal pups is a great to watch the seals at Greatham Creek. way to start this year’s event. I think just about “Watching the seal families haul themselves everyone loves seeing seals anyway, but the out of the water and sunbathe on the mud is a seal pups are something special. They’re always sight not to be missed. Combined with a visit hugely popular with our visitors.” to the amazing wildlife reserve and discovery More pups are expected over the coming park at Saltholme, a visit to see the seals would weeks and months and the colony is going from be a great family day out during the summer strength to strength, which is great news for holidays,” Ben added. both the seals and the local area. The fact that The Greatham Creek Date with Nature runs the estuary can support a large number of top from Saturday 13 July to 30 September. Friendly predators shows how healthy the environment staff and volunteers will be on hand every Wednesday to Sunday, 10am - 5pm to show you these amazing creatures. Greatham Creek

Start Right, Stay Right

Coast & Country’s Start Right Stay Right team: Joanne Watson, Denise Lloyd, Emma Hayley, David Fawcett, Keeley Oliver and Josie Connelly

irst-time tenants in the Redcar & Cleveland area are being given the opportunity to prepare for the financial implications of renting, thanks to an initiative led by Coast & Country. ‘Start Right, Stay Right’ is a five-year scheme providing valuable support and advice for first-time tenants in the Redcar & Cleveland area. Coast & Country, one of the largest regeneration and housing companies in the North East, has secured £799,729 of Big Lottery funding to pay for the initiative. With the tenancy failure rate for first time renters being higher than those with experience, the ‘Start Right, Stay Right’ project seeks to educate and inform prospective social housing tenants before they move into one of Coast & Country’s properties. Six ‘Start Right Advisors’ will be at the frontline of the project. Their job is to advise tenants on the financial commitments surrounding becoming a householder. This includes educating them about

outgoings such as council tax, home insurance, rent, food and energy bills, TV licences, how to manage a budget and the best way of access the best deals. Iain Sim, Chief Executive of Coast & Country, said: “Becoming a householder for the first time is a big commitment and can be a daunting prospect for many people. “The ‘Start Right Stay Right’ scheme has benefits for tenants and for Coast & Country as a responsible social housing landlord. “It equips first-time tenants with the knowledge needed to live independently and successfully in their own homes. “The fact that 18% of first-time tenants in the UK are unable to cope with the responsibilties of a tenancy and leave the property with an average debt of £462 in the first year demonstrates how vital providing this support is from a business perspective.”

is one mile north of Saltholme, the wildlife reserve and discovery park near Middlesbrough, on the A178 between Seaton Carew and Port Clarence. As the seals don’t like seeing cars parked on the roadside, visitors should park in the Teesmouth National nature reserve car park. The seal viewpoint is a 200m walk from the car park along a footpath, leading up to the new seal viewing platform. The path is suitable for both pushchairs and wheelchairs. For more information, visit www.rspb.org. uk/datewithnature/254059-seals-at-greathamcreek. To find out more about how to help the RSPB give nature a home, visit www.rspb.org. uk/homes.

Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

Sweet success for Gayle

Local people invited to give their view on plans to extend services for cancer patients

ocal people have the chance to have their country, plans have already been worked up say on how all cancer patients could to offer all patients with cancer who need to benefit from exciting plans to improve the stay in hospital for treatment, a bedside hand, holistic service at The James Cook University foot or head massage. Hospital in Middlesbrough. Now the trust is looking at the range of support For ten years patients under the care of a the centre could offer to outpatients, whether specialist cancer consultant (oncologist) have that’s benefiting from a range of therapies or been benefiting from therapies, ranging from help with emotional and social problems. aromatherapy to acupuncture, provided to As part of scoping outpatient services patients, support people through their conventional carers, staff, volunteers, therapists, supporters cancer treatment. – in fact anyone with an interest in cancer or Now as the service based in the holistic holistic therapies - are invited to call into the cancer care centre on the hospital site prepares open afternoon at the centre on Wednesday, to celebrate its tenth anniversary, South Tees July 17 from 1-5pm to give their views on what Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is inviting the service could offer in the future, as well as local people to an open afternoon at the centre how the centre could be revamped to provide to seek their views on plans to re-vamp the an even better environment. service. Ms Jenkins explains: “The centre is a lovely Deborah Jenkins, trust chairman, said: “In building and we want to encourage its greater the past we have had to limit the service to use as a place to promote and enhance the those patients under the care of an oncologist. wellbeing of patients, carers and staff alike, But we know that there are many more people and we hope that local people will help us by who come to our regional cancer centre for sharing their ideas and views.” treatment who are cared for by other staff, and The service is partially funded by charitable so they don’t currently benefit from the holistic donations and Ms Jenkins, who also chairs service.” South Tees Hospitals Charity, said: “The people “We want all patients with cancer to get the of Teesside have been incredibly generous to same high level of care and believe that holistic the service over the last ten years, both in terms therapies and support have an important role to of raising money and also volunteering, and I play in helping them through their conventional hope that they will continue to support it as we cancer treatment.” work towards offering this valuable service to Using best practice from other parts of the more people with cancer.”

SKELTON AND BROTTON PRODUCE SHOW 2013 SATURDAY 24 AUGUST SKELTON CIVIC HALL CONISTON ROAD, SKELTON, TS12 2EE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FROM 1.00PM EXHIBITS TO BE ENTERED BETWEEN 9.00AM - 10.45AM AUCTION REFRESHMENTS ENQUIRIES – Julie Wright 01287 653848, Bill Roe 01287 676853 or SAM LEACH 01287 651048 Barbara Stocker 01287 653880

Prize money : £5, £3, £2 Prize money for Class 1 (Tray of Vegetables) 1st -£10, 2nd - £7.50, 3rd - £5 Entry fee 25p per item Trophy to exhibitor with most points Prize for best overall exhibit (Vegetables) Prize for best overall exhibit (Flowers) Cups and Trophies to be presented at 2.00 pm Auction to follow

Schedules available in Civic Hall, Skelton and Brotton Libraries

RULES 1. All exhibits to be staged by 10.45am on day of Show. 2. A prize or prizes will be awarded in any class at the discretion of the judge. 3. The Council would appreciate the leaving of the exhibits (or substitutes) to be sold for local good causes. Anyone not wishing to donate produce to the auction please inform organisers. 4. No exhibit to be removed before 2.30pm. Any exhibit lifted before official times, money will be forfeited. 5. Any exhibitor wishing to raise

objections must deposit £1 with the Secretary before 1.30pm on Show Day. If objection is upheld the money will be refunded. If the objection is not sustained the money will be forfeited. 6. The Parish Council do not hold themselves liable for any loss of exhibits of the same up to 2.30 pm. 7. Prize money will be paid from 2.30pm on day of Show. Trophies and Cups will be presented in the Civic Hall at 2.00 pm. 8. Articles previously brought to the Show will be returned to exhibitors.

ou can understand how working in a sweet shop might be a problem for someone wanting to lose weight but not for stylish dresser Gayle Gowland from Redcar. “I never bothered with nice clothes, hair or make up when I was a size twenty and it’s only now that I can wear much smaller sizes that I enjoy wearing fitted dresses with my hair done and make up on,” says a delighted Gayle who has lost 5stone 2lbs at the Slimming World Redcar Thursday group. “I’m not bothered about sweets even though I’m surrounded by them every day at work because I’m now the weight I want to be and really enjoy life. I’m more confident and go out a lot more than I did when I first joined Slimming World. I just know it’s been the best thing I could

Before and After

What is Healthwatch? Healthwatch is the new consumer champion for adults and children in England who use Health and Social Care services. Its aim is to ensure that everyone has a voice in the way that services such as hospitals, doctors, dentists or residential care homes for example, are planned and provided locally. We are a membership organisation to ensure that the widest possible range of interests are represented and/ or involved in Healthwatch activities and priorities. The views of the community and the membership will shape the priorities of the Redcar and Cleveland Healthwatch Board. Who is Healthwatch? Healthwatch Redcar and Cleveland is a partnership of third sector organisations, local networks and community groups as well as individuals who have knowledge, skills and experience of health and care services in the Borough. Working together, while actively involving the communities of Redcar and Cleveland, we will ensure your voice shapes

ever have done and I’ve taken other friends and family to join as well.” Something Gayle didn’t expect to get from changing how she was eating was the health benefits. “My cholesterol is lower and I don’t get out of breath now and that’s a lovely surprise as I seem to eat more now than I did before I joined! I love Slimming World chips and beans with cheese and who would think you can lose weight eating chips?” “She’s always stayed with the group and has been supportive with other members,” says consultant Mandy “and I’m so proud of her for never giving up even when she had a bad week. She’s shown that you can definitely lose the weight if you stick to your journey and enjoy all the help and support available from the group.”

services now, and in the future. What else will Healthwatch do? Healthwatch will also provide a service which helps people find out what services are available locally to help them make informed choices about their care. This is a telephone helpline service and we can also provide ‘face to face’ support where particular circumstances require it. Healthwatch will also signpost people to professional advocacy services when they require support to make a complaint about a health care service. Freephone the Information and Signposting Service 08081 729559. Find out more To find out more information about Healthwatch Redcar and Cleveland and how to join, please get in touch! Telephone 01642 688312 Email healthwatchredcarcleveland@pcp.uk.net Website www.healthwatchredcarandcleveland.co.uk

Redcar & East Cleveland Out reach dates Thursday 23rd July Thursday 25th July Thursday 25th July Wednesday 31st July Thursday 1st August Thursday 8th August Thursday 8th August Wednesday 14th August Wednesday 14th August Thursday 15th August Thursday 20th August Thursday 22nd August Thursday 22nd August Wednesday 28th August Thursday 29th August

Skelton Civic Hall Hot Spot cafe Loftus Co-op Destinations Loftus Co-op Hot Spot cafe Loftus Co-op Destinations Guisborough Library Loftus Co-op Skelton Civic Hall Hot Spot cafe Loftus Co-op Destinations Loftus Co-op

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Coastal View & Moor News Issue 37 July - August 2013

What’s happening in Margrove Park N

orthumbria in Bloom village judging Carers Together Craft Group - meet in is on Wednesday, 24th July at 2pm the Village Hall every other Wednesday starting from the Village Hall. Let’s see if from 31st July, 10.30 till 12. Come along we can scrub up and show off our village and have a free cuppa and biscuit, chat with ready for then! Please contact Marian at other carers, get advice and bring your craft No 42 or Susan at No 35 if you can lend a work. All welcome. hand or join us out on the green, Save the date - Margrove Park Village Village AGM Wednesday 24th July Community Games and Fun Day Friday ,6.30 for 7 pm start. All residents welcome 16th August from 12 till late. We are looking come along and see what’s happening for ideas and help to run this. Please contact in your village. Look out for the survey Dave at No 15, Ally at No 19 or Naomi going round and have your say. We are at No 75 if you’d like to join in. We are recruiting Trustees / Committee members, looking forward to the Climbing Wall, face or could you spare an hour a month to make painting, sports and games but still need a difference in your area or support the ideas and input from our residents. Let’s Village Association by writing a newsletter, make it a real Community Event - even updating our website, fundraising, publicity half an hour’s support would help make it or mending and maintaining things around a real success. the Park? It would be great to see our Hall And did you know you can now follow used more, we have a great play park and us on Twiter @margrovepark or like us excellent facilities here, let us know what on Facebook at Margrove Park Village YOU think and lets use it not lose it. Association. Check us out and keep Prize Bingo Tuesday 30th July in the up to date with what’s going on in our Village Hall, eyes down for 7.30 Community.

Run it, find it, answer it!

edcar and Cleveland is the place to be this summer to motivate yourself and friends to get active in the great outdoors. Anyone looking to take away the boredom of pounding the pavements and the gym can join us at our exciting new programme of RunChallenge events that will explore the local area, whilst training your brain and body. RunChallenge is a recreational running activity combined with a fun question and answer challenge. Using a simple map and a time limit of 45 minutes you need to get as many correct answers as possible! Everyone starts and finishes at the same time and place, so it is a great way to socialise and make new friends. There is also the opportunity to join forces with your friends and create teams. There are a series of RunChallenge events being held across the local area when the first event started from New Marske Sports Club, New Marske recently. Future RunChallenge events will take place on Tuesday 30th July, Guisborough Forest Visitor Centre, Guisborough; Tuesday 13th

August, Cat Nab Car Park, Saltburn; Tuesday 3rd September, Locke Park, Redcar; and Tuesday 17th September, New Markse Sports Club, New Marske. Registration is from 6pm and entry costs are £2 per person. Natalie Shaw from RunChallenge said: “Runchallenge is a great way to socialise and make new friends and is a fun way to improve your fitness whilst developing your map reading and decision making skills. No experience of map reading is necessary; all you need is a sense of adventure!” Councillor Olwyn Peters, Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Tourism said: “We are thrilled be holding the RunChallenge events throughout Redcar and Cleveland. As well as being a great way to get active in the great outdoors, it also showcases our fantastic countryside and parks throughout the borough.” To find out more and to register to attend please visit www.runchallenge.org.uk or contact Sports Development on 01642 496430

Xplorer events to have fun together! R

edcar and Cleveland is the place to be this summer to get out and active with the kids and explore the great outdoors! The all new Xplorer events are a brilliant way for families to keep active and have fun and we are bringing you an exciting programme of events in the Parks of Redcar and Cleveland. Xplorer is a fun navigational challenge and involves a healthy mix of physical activity and decision making. Kids will love the excitement of searching for secret animal or colour markers using a simple map of the Park to find their way. Redcar and Cleveland Sports Development in partnership with local providers Active Green are running a series of Xplorer events. Entry costs are £1 per person. Xplorer events will take place on Sunday 11th August, Saltburn Valley Gardens, Saltburn; Sunday 8th September, Kirkleatham Museum, Redcar and Sunday 22nd September, Locke

Park, Redcar. Natalie from Xplorer said: “The Xplorer events will provide a fantastic opportunity to gets kids up and active, introduce map reading and decision making skills and most importantly not have to go far to have lots of fun with their families in the local parks!” Councillor Olwyn Peters, Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Tourism said: “Xplorer is a great event that raises the awareness of orienteering amongst young people and builds on our commitment to promote sport and physical activity throughout Redcar and Cleveland. “It will open up a world of new activity to people that they can enjoy either alone or with friends and family, whilst showcasing our stunning countryside and parks.” Come along and join in the fun, or to find out more please visit www.xplorer.org.uk or contact Sports Development on 01642 496430.

Victoria’s Wish

ictoria’s Wish is a Redcar based charity that helps children with cancer or other life threatening illnesses that live in the North East of England. We will be holding craft fairs at the Clarendon Hotel in Redcar over the coming months. Russ and Sarah of the Clarry have kindly made us their charity of the year and will be holding their own separate events too. Craft fairs will be held on July 27th, September 21st and December 7th.

We realise and appreciate that times are hard for lots of people these days, but families with children who have life threatening illnesses really do need our support. Please come along and see what’s on offer and help this very worthwhile charity, helping to support people from our area who are going through very difficult times. Thank you - Lynne Lawrence Founder – Victoria’s Wish

The Gallery Ryedale Folk Museum

History in Costume - From 6th July - 5th August

Tailor-made, Hand-made & Remade Items from the Museums own collection from 1860 to 1960’s from Wedding dresses to men in uniforms.

The Gallery

Open Daily

Ryedale Folk Museum Hutton-le-Hole - York - YO62 6UA t.01751 417367

10am - 4:30pm Admission Free

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The world of theatre

A Celebration of Graeme Miles

Two special concerts to celebrate the life of a great singer songwriter in memory of Graeme Miles. A contemporary of Ewan MacColl, Miles wrote his first song, Sea Coal, at the age of 14, and after hearing the traditional songs of Tyneside, set himself a 20-year task to create a collection for his adopted native Teesside. Miles wrote hundreds of songs about the area, and could be regarded in that respect as a oneman folk tradition, finding poetry and beauty in the industrial landscape of Middlesbrough and the surrounding Cleveland hills and dales. Shortly before he died, EFDSS awarded him the Gold Badge Award for outstanding achievement. With many of his songs still to be unearthed, and many of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s folk exponents keen to shine further light on his work, the legacy that Graeme Miles leaves eaturing The Unthanks, The Wilsons, burns brightly. Booking information: The Youngâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;uns, Martyn Wyndham Read A Celebration of Graeme Miles and Iris Bishop, Mike Nicholson, and Robin Featuring The Unthanks, The Wilsons, The Dale. Youngâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;uns, Martyn Wyndham Read and Iris Some of the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most respected names Bishop, Mike Nicholson, and Robin Dale in folk will come together to celebrate the life Friday 22 November 2013 of Graeme Miles, one of the finest songwriters Saltburn Theatre of his generation who died earlier this year. Albion Terrace Saltburn-by-the-Sea TS12 1JW Artists will come together at Saltburn Theatre 7:30pm Ticket ÂŁ15 (booking fees may apply) in Teeside on Friday 22nd November, and to http://www.seetickets.com/event/a-celebrationCecil Sharp House in London on Saturday November 23, including The Unthanks, The of-graeme-miles/saltburn-communityWilsons, The Youngâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;uns, Martyn Wyndham- theatre/718426 Read and Iris Bishop, Mike Nicholson, and Saturday 23 November 2013 Cecil Sharp House Robin Dale. Regentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Park Road, London, NW1 7AY Proceeds from the evening will be shared 7.30pm Ticket ÂŁ18 (booking fees may apply) between Teesside Hospice and the English Folk Available from: Dance and Song Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (EFDSS) Future of Folk Fund, to provide professional development www.musicglue.com/cecilsharphouse for a young artist from the north east of England www.ticketline.co.uk | 0844 888 9991 www.gigantic.com | www.wegottickets.com

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By Kate Bramley he summer continues, and as ever is full of many great sporting events. Although without the Olympics fever of 2012 there have still been many sporting delights for fans young and old. So it comes as no great surprise that sporting themes have been fodder for scriptwriters and playwrights for decades. And this summer is no exception with the award-winning Yorkshire playwright John Godber crafting a brand new comedy for the Stephen Joseph Theatre Company in Scarborough. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Muddy Cowsâ&#x20AC;? receives its world premiere at the coastal theatre and runs throughout August 2013. Having written about rugby league in the past, Godber turns his hand to a ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; rugby union team for this show, which promises battles on and off the pitch, as the lead character Maggie Deakin rallies her team, the Muddy Cows, to take on the unbeatable New Zealand side, the Black

Ferns. Judging by John Godberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s track record of crowd pleasing comedies and the great body of work he delivered while working at Hull Truck Theatre I have no doubt this will be an enjoyable summer show at the SJT. The rivalry between arts and sport, for airtime and audiences, reached fever pitch last year, but in October 2012 at the annual Theatre Awards UK ceremony TMA president Rachel Tackley announced that with 30 million theatre attendances a year in Britain, theatre-going easily outstripped football attendances. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a remarkable figure and for those of us who love theatre (as well as sport) it is a piece of data to clasp in our hands while tough financial times ensure. As Erica Whyman, artistic director of Northern Stage, who won an award as Theatre Manager of the Year last autumn, exhorted the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theatre even in such tough times â&#x20AC;&#x153;to prepare to be daring, and to change the way you think things areâ&#x20AC;?. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure there is room in our busy social calendars for great sporting events, and great arts events, so just make sure you participate in a few of both this summer and keep our creative passions thriving.

Friends of Saltburn events

aturday, 17th August: Community Neighbourhood Police Day, which involves many activities around Saltburn town centre. There will be a Punch & Judy show, roundabout rides, demonstrations of circus skills, face painting and a clown. Cleveland Concert Band will be playing between 10.30am and 12.00, followed by Cleveland Police Band until 1.30pm and, finally, Bilsdale Silver Band until 3pm There will be a charity community stall sale â&#x20AC;&#x201C; plots are available for ÂŁ6. Please contact 01287 624046 to book a place. The day is sponsored by the Parish Council,

Saltburn Neighbourhood Action Group and Saltburn 500 Club Sunday 18th August: A photography exhibition will be held, all day, in Saltburn Community Centre. The DVD promoting Saltburn will be available for viewing and refreshments will be available. There will also be free face-painting. Collections will be held at these events and all monies received go towards the cost of various projects within the town (eg the refurbishment of the War Memorial) Trevor Welburn Secretary of Saltburn 500 Club

Loftus Community Forum

e are holding a Fun Day on the 25 August, with lots of entertainment, burgers, face painting craft for the kids, and much more. The event is on from 12.00noon. until 4.00pm and we invite you to come and have a fun day out with most of it FREE!!!

Our bingo dates for August are 10th and 24th at L.Y.C.C Duncan Place. Eyes down 2.00pm. On October 12th we are holding a â&#x20AC;&#x153;CRAFT FAIR â&#x20AC;&#x153; at the same venue, look out for posters. Marjorie Magor (Chair)

Model Enthusiasts Weekend

Come and meet the model makers Displays of Model railways, Plastic models, Meccano, Model boats and Diecast models Cleveland Model Railway Club will be exhibiting their scale model of Guisborough Station 17th & 18th August 2013 Open 10.00am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4.00pm both days Free Admission Kirkleatham Museum, Redcar Tel: 01642 479500

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What’s on at the Cutty Wren

Every Tuesday at The Redcar Borough Park Bowling Club

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Events in Loftus Summer 2013

i, all. The club is going strongly and Looking ahead, we have the privilege of the oftus Community Special Events and it is hoped to see some of their ideas come we’ve some special evenings in the next Australian group ‘Men of Steel’ on August 27th Group (LCSEG) has been working to fruition over the next 12 months. Members of few weeks. - more on them next alongside a number of community groups Loftus ACCORD recently undertook a walk leader’s First will be a ‘Hot time! and representatives to bring together course and it is hoped some local walks will be Spot’, when a local Looking back, Hazel a summer of events in Loftus for 2013. organised over the next few months. Loftus Town singer or act gets an Bolton’s Hot Spot was F l a g g i n g u p t h e b o u n d a r y, a g r e a t Council is currently undertaking a consultation to extended time to show a great success in early Yo r k s h i r e r e la y – S a t u r d ay 2 0 th J u ly see if residents/businesses are interested in taking their talent, and on June. As with many As a build up to Yorkshire Day on the 1st August part in Northumbria in Bloom - questionnaires July 23rd it will be the lovers of the old songs, 2013 a team of walkers, runners and cyclists will can be completed via the Town Council Website, trio ‘Laundry Basket’. she’s written new songs be carrying the flag round the boundaries of Loftus Library or by calling into the Town Come and see some new to add to it and refresh Yorkshire. This flag relay travels through Loftus Council Offices. If you are part of a local group folkies on the block! it. She performed eleven on the 20th July and local community groups and or organisation that wants to make a difference to We have a ‘Theme of these and they were representatives will be carrying the flag through Loftus then please contact Loftus Town Council Night’ to guide our good songs - a sign of the parish. It is estimated the flag will reach Loftus who will forward your details to the relevant group. choice of songs on a healthy tradition. It about lunchtime on the Saturday, having set off Thanks again to all who have helped organise Dave Brunskill July 30th, and it will was also the night we from Filey the day before. If your group would like any of these events and to all residents, be ‘Songs of Yorkshire’ celebrated the birthday to be included in the Flag Relay, contact Jeanne and visitors, who turn up to support them. as it’s Yorkshire Day of June, our MC Mary’s Parncutt as soon as possible on 01287 641044 on August 1. Plenty of mother. She’s very It is wonderful to see so many local people taking material to choose from, much a club regular, pride in the parish of Loftus and volunteering their as many well-known proving all ages are own time and skills to help put Loftus back on folk songs have been welcome in folk clubs. the map. The Anglo Saxon Heritage Group are written and sung in the W e h a d t w o still working on bringing a lasting legacy to Loftus county and in these days singarounds in the month of so much geographical of June, with some great confusion we really do performances, too many Sat 20 July Marty Scott want to celebrate our to begin to mention, A Cream Team afternoon will be held in Sat 27 July The Graft identity! but there was a wide the garden of Laundry Basket Band Sat 3 Aug Kev Archer There’ll be another variety of material, the 3 The Garth, Marske (opposite The Ship) Hot Spot on August 6th, this time with Dave songs meant something, and the music was great. Sat 10 Aug Sister of Kings on Saturday 10th August 2pm - 5pm Brunskill, a well-regarded regular at the Saltburn The many laughs are great as well and speaking Tombola, Stalls and a delicious Cream Sat 17 Aug Trilogy Folk Club, which meets at the Marine on Mondays. of which, Bernard Wrigley was our guest on June Tea will be served for only £2.50 Fri 23 Aug No Regrets He’s often down at the Wren, also - come and see. 18th, and who was side-splittingly funny. What All funds raised are for Leonard Cheshire The Famous Pre-Festival Night will also be at a night! Sat 24 Aug Dirty Love Disability at Marske Hall, Marske. The Marine, on Thursday, August 8th. We’ve had And finally, to celebrate July 4th, we welcomed Please ring 01642 481881 if you would Sun 25 Aug The Persuaders to change the venue since we’ve changed the club Ray and Ben Freeman on the 2nd - just a bit early. like to bring a large party Sat 31 Aug Mark Howells night, but it’s always a very special occasion, and This father and son duo are very much at ease in will be again this year. It’s when the early Saltburn the American tradition, and Ray was able to tell Folk Festival goers get into trim for the weekend, us of their heroes whom he’s met, including the and we meet old folk friends and enjoy a wonderful late, great John Denver. This was a lovely, homely evening’s singing. Note that we’ll be open from 6 evening. pm and you’ll be wise to get in early. Don’t forget But there’s plenty of good night on the way, so you festival tickets! get along if you’ve not tried a folk club for a while. August 13th, back at the Bowling Club, will be We’re at the Bowling Club, Thwaites Lane, Redcar, kept as Festival Survivors’ Night, and it will be TS10 2FD, starting fairly promptly at 8.15 pm so a chance to relax but also to keep the fun of the be earlier for a good seat. festival going with a good sing. For the club and the Thanks as ever to our hosts at the club and to Festival itself are all about the joy of good music. our organiser John Taylor, whom you can ring on We end the month with another Theme, this time 01287 622623 for further information - and for your ‘Travelling People’. In Britain, this often persecuted Saltburn Festival tickets! Redcar’s BIGGEST ever concert is coming... group, have done much to keep the folk tradition See you soon Over 5 hours of live music from the alive and this is a chance to reflect that. George F

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Annual Art Exhibition at The Saltburn School Sat 3rd until Sat 10th August --------------------------------------------Special screenings of SALTBURN 150 DVD Sun 4th August Screenings 1pm + 3pm Tickets £2

SUMMER LITERARY EVENT Sun 11th August Doors 1.30pm Readings 2pm Tickets £3 ------------------------------------------The Miranda Wright Singers ALBERT HERRING Wed 14th August Doors 7pm Curtain Up 7.30pm Tickets £10 -------------------------------------------Film Society LINCOLN Thu 22nd August Doors 6.30pm Screening 7pm -----------------------------------------BANDFEST Sat 24th August Doors 6.30pm Curtain Up 7pm Tickets £4 Under 21s £2 ------------------------------------------------------International pop band SEA + AIR Fri 30th August Doors 7pm Curtain up 7.30pm Tickets £8

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4th August 10:30 am Own Arrangement 6:00 pm at Zetland Park 11th August 10:30 am Mr Graham Cottom 6:00pm Brian Stephenson & Rosemary Taylor 11th August 10:30 am Mr Graham Cottom 6:00pm Brian Stephenson & Rosemary Taylor 18th August 10:30 am Rev Arthur Harbottle Holy Communion

6:00pm at Newcomen 25th August 10:30 am Mrs Joan Rogers 6:00 pm at Zetland Park Every Thursday at 10:30 am Midweek services Every Tuesday of month Pray meeting at 9:15 Every Thursday Evening kidz club For age 5 to 10 years in church hall At 5:30 to 6:30pm

Services at St Mark’s Church, Marske-by-the-Sea

Every Sunday: Holy Communion 8.00am Parish Communion 9.30am Every Wednesday: Holy Communion 10.00am All are welcome to attend our services. Coffee is served after Parish Communion on Sundays and on Wednesdays. Messy Church This is held every second Saturday of the month in St Mark’s Church. Families are welcome to come along to try activities (some messy) hear a story and enjoy something to eat. We start at 4.00pm and finish at 5.30pm. There is no charge but donations are welcome. Everyone welcome!

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