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Genesis Kitchens & Bedrooms
We provide and fit worktops in all types and finishes including granite and corian etc.
Genesis is a family run business established in 1994 and prides itself on high quality designs and installations, with attention to all your requisites.
Installations are carried out by time served fitters including building work, plastering, electrical and plumbing, from design to complete installation.
We offer a free design services so you can see the finished products before any work is started.
Why not visit our showroom which has a range of over nineteen displays on view for you to choose from with many more options available.
We have a larger range of German and British kitchens and bedrooms from top We are open 9am-5pm Monday to Friday manufactures , we will make even the most and 10am-4pm on Saturday’s difficult room easy to design. You will find us at 18 The Crescent, St Anne's on Sea, Lancashire, FY8 1SZ We also supply and fit all the top appliance manufacturers which include Siemens, Neff, Tel 01253 712109 etc.
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Chef or Baker? Now you can be both! Cook a main meal and bake a cake at the same time! At Concept for living by Robert Pallant Designs Cooking made easy! we pride ourselves in finding the latest, innovative and cost effective products to suit all Cleaning your oven is a hated chore. We are told this by all our clients, but with our De budgets and tastes. With over 25 years Dietrich ovens, it’s a breeze. Their pyroclean experience in the field and a catalogue of happy customers we know our stuff so and with ovens literally clean themselves. No need for chemicals, all you do at the end of the 2011 already upon us, here are just a few pyroclean cycle is a quick wipe, rinse, DONE! things we are getting excited about,.
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One oven, double the advantage Our brand new, Unique and only from ATAG ovens can be split into two compartments, enabling you to prepare two dishes at two different temperatures simultaneously, thus creating two different independent ovens from one appliance.
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Minimal fuss - Minimal effort - Minimal time Pyroclean for a superior clean All our displays are live, if you would like to see, or try any of our appliances, including our new for 2011 Italian kitchen range, please give me a call.
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CHOOSE ABELGLASS AS YOUR NEW YEARS RESOLUTION Make saving money your priority for 2011 by choosing Abelglass! “Recession, recession, recession” - that’s all we hear nowadays, and as the economy continues to bite, more than half of us* are planning to fix our finances as our number one resolution for the new year. For many thousands of us, new year’s resolutions are like the X-Factor; something you swear you won’t touch but every year end up temporarily obsessed with. ,.and 2011 is no different! However, with the continuing faltering economy as your perfect excuse, saving money by becoming more energy efficient is the one resolution you will be motivated to stick to. If the recent cold snap isn’t enough to spur you on, maybe the new year will be. For example, replacing all single-glazed windows with energy efficient glazing could reduce your heat loss by up to 35% and save you around £135 per year on your energy bills, according to the Energy Saving Trust. Even small adjustments to existing PVCu windows and doors such as repairs to hinges can make savings on your heating bills.
Why choose Abelglass? A genuine, family-run business, Abelglass has been continuously trading since 1979 and has earned its enviable reputation by providing the residents and businesses of the Fylde Coast with a consistently high standard of quality-assured installations and exceptional customer service. All fitting teams have recently been CRB cleared and offer a professional, safe and considerate approach to the installation at all times. Approved by FENSA, Abelglass are regularly vetted on retail installations and customer service thus ensuring a consistently high approach at all times. With 90% of our business being generated through recommendation, this is a testimony in itself! “Our commitment to customer relations has never been stronger and we will always go that extra mile to make sure you benefit the most with Abelglass.” Dave Kaye, Owner and Managing Director Call in and see for yourself (customer parking is available) 361 Blackpool Old Road, Blackpool, FY3 7LX. Telephone: 01253 893355 Fax: 01253 893366
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Take a Fresh Look at Poulton’s Market Hall !
of the regeneration of Poulton’s retail centre as a whole.
There’s a brand new line up of exciting retail outlets and a fresh new look at Poulton’s Market Hall!
“From my own point of view I am really grateful to have this opportunity and the support to start my own business.”
Yorkshire based Dransfield Properties Ltd bought the centre, previously known as The Village Walks, in August last year and the company has invested in improvements – including clearer signage and branding.
Development Surveyor at Dransfield Properties, James The new stores at The Market Hall are: The Soap Fairy, Shepherd, said the Goffers Sweet Shop, selling a great range of traditional company has worked sweets, Furniture Solutions 4U, the fashion store Lol hard with existing and Co, Cheeky Chops Too, selling baby and chiland new tenants to dren’s occasion clothing, Modern iWare selling create a great retail glasses and accessories at internet prices and Panline up for Poulton’s dora’s Box selling a beautiful range of giftware. shoppers. And with a host of new stores, it really is worth taking a fresh new look.
The new outlets join the tried and trusted favourites, Sarnies Café, Joseph Frank Hairdressing, Darbyshires Gas and Electrical, The Souk, The Fish Plaice and Victorian Arts and Crafts.
James added: “The Market Hall is in a great location in the town centre and there is a real buzz there now, we are attracting many more customers into the centre with the great retail line up we now have. “
Louise Stubbs, from the Soap Fairy, said: “Poulton is a really nice place to shop and the Market Hall is in a fantastic location. We now have a great group of retailers here who are all really optimistic about being part
Picture shows James Shepherd with some of the new tenants at Market Hall.
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Go ahead sought for Wyre dog control orders Wyre's open spaces are set to become more enjoyable for all, with more action against irresponsible dog owners. Following widespread consultation with the public, a series of dog control orders are being recommended to Wyre Borough Council's ruling Cabinet on Monday (31 January) making it clear where dogs can be walked freely, where they should be on a lead and how many can be walked at once. Because the orders are easier to understand and enforce than the existing raft of bye-laws, it will be harder for irresponsible dog owners to spoil other people's enjoyment. This is particularly the case in such areas as children's playgrounds and cemeteries where dogs will be excluded altogether. Under the orders, up to five restrictions could apply on each piece of public land. Fixed penalty notices can be issued by council officials and PCSOs for: - failing to remove dog faeces - not keeping dog on a lead - not putting a dog on a lead when requested to do so by an authorised officer - permitting a dog to enter land from which dogs are excluded - taking more than four dogs on to the land
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People with registered guide dogs or trained assistance dogs will be exempt. Councillor Paul Moon, Cabinet member with responsibility for the control of dogs, said: "The current system of bye-laws is very confusing because they were brought in at different times under various government acts, some of which have now been repealed. "Single dog control orders are much easier to understand. "This will not be a blanket ban on dogs, as some people have been suggesting. We are looking to bring in restrictions only where specific problems have occurred in the past. Following feedback from dog walkers, rules have actually been relaxed in some areas. "Nor should the orders been seen as discriminating against dog owners. Our public spaces are there for everyone to enjoy and we simply want to make it easier to punish the irresponsible few who spoil our parks, beaches and playgrounds with their thoughtless behaviour." A review of all the orders every six to 12 months is also being proposed so that they can be amended in necessary following feedback from the public. If the go ahead for the scheme is given, signs will need to be installed at each site before the orders can be effective and this will take place as soon as possible. Until such time all existing bye-laws are still in place.
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Saint Aidan’s news The start of a new term brings all sorts of challenges and exciting projects. Our students are involved in a whole range of activities both in and out of school. Below is just a taste of what is going on in 2011. Master Chef! On Tuesday 15th February, our Year 11 GCSE Hospitality and Catering students are being given the chance to take over a professional kitchen for the evening to see if they can “take the pressure!” Nigel Smith is the head chef at The Villa in Wrea Green and is keen to give them this unique opportunity. Nigel started working with us last spring and invited our Young Chef Club along to a workshop with his head chef, Matthew, who taught the students valuable skills in fish cookery. Our students also entered the Blackpool and Fylde Young Chef Competition where they took 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize.
own bulletin for broadcast through the School Report website. This is our third year of taking part and it has opened up some great opportunities for our students to report and make the news, including being allowed access to backstage at the Blackpool recording of ‘Strictly’ last year. We are hoping this year to do some investigative reporting about Blackpool FC’s season in the Premiership and how it has affected the town itself and the residents. Readathon In February all our Year 7s will be taking part in a nationwide sponsored read to raise money for seriously ill children in the UK. The two charities are CLIC Sargent which supports children and young people with cancer and The Roald Dahl Foundation which spends their money on offering practical assistance to children and young people in the areas of neurology and haematology. To date our school alone has raised £20,000 and we want to continue donating as much money as we can to these two worthy causes. So please do support us if you are asked to sponsor one of our youngsters; they all have official sponsor cards and will try to read as many books as possible to deserve your sponsor money.
BBC School News Report 2011 Saint Aidan’s is once again taking part in the If you would like to know more please look at our school nationwide BBC News website or Readathon itself. (www.readathon.org) School Report event this year. This involves 11 – 14 year olds spending the day reporting the news and producing their
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Box Bros. Ltd. having served Blackpool and Fylde with a funeral service since 1915
experience, who hold membership in the British Institute of Funeral Directors and diplomas in Funeral Directing have relocated to Poulton-le-Fylde.
Realised the necessity of Chapels of Repose facilities for Poulton-le-Fylde and the surrounding districts. Appropriate premises were purchased in the 1990’s and a complete Funeral Service consisting of Chapels of Repose, private interviewing rooms, offices and accommodation for a resident Funeral Director were made available. Having a resident Funeral Director and Funeral Arranger has resulted in offering a 24 hour a day service to the local community.
Said Steve, “Our past experience of helping families of all races and religion with funerals including National and International Repatriations is always available at Station Road, whether it is through advice or assisting with any queries that may occur. Between Poulton and our Blackpool Offices Box Bros. Ltd can be beneficial to families regardless of distance and needs”.
To maintain the high standard of service offered, Funeral Operators with the necessary qualifications are essential. Steve Nicholls and Sandra with nearly 30 years
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WALKING FOR HEALTH Health walk scheme renews national accolade Congratulations to the Walkin’ Wyre health walk scheme, which has renewed its accreditation through Walking for Health, a joint initiative between Natural England and the Department of Health. The Walkin’ Wyre scheme which originally started in 2004 and first gained accreditation in February 2008, has again demonstrated that it meets the required criteria in its annual review. This includes offering led walks for beginners, meeting the Walking for Health safety and insurance standards for all walks and collecting basic monitoring information. As an accredited scheme, Walkin’ Wyre will benefit from being nationally evaluated, as well as being formally recognised by health professionals, prospective partners and funders. With support from Wyre Borough Council, Walkin’ Wyre is able to operate a referral system in partnership with Fylde Coast YMCA and NHS North Lancashire, where GPs and health practitioners can refer a person on to the scheme in order to improve their physical activity and improve health through walking. Councillor Lynne Bowen, Cabinet member with responsibility for Walkin’ Wyre at Wyre Borough Council, says: “We are very pleased to qualify for this accreditation for the fourth year in a row and it is great reward for the success of
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the scheme over the years. We are always looking to move forwards and through the much appreciated hard work and dedication of a huge number of volunteers we are sure that the forthcoming year will be our most successful yet with plans to support more walks than ever before.” William Bird, Strategic Health Advisor for Natural England says: “The accreditation scheme has been essential in ensuring high standards across the Walking for Health network and providing frontline health professionals with added confidence when referring their patients on.” Walkin’ Wyre welcomes new walkers throughout the year. Health walks take place throughout the week starting from various locations. If you’d like to walk with Walkin’ Wyre or train as a Walking for Health Volunteer Walk Leader please contact the Scheme Co-ordinator, Simon Swindells, by email at sswindells@wyrebc.gov.uk or by telephone on 01253 863100. You can also see the full programme and other health walks in your area by logging onto www.wfh.naturalengland.org.uk .
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Poulton Le Fylde Rotary Club Donations
The donations are thanks to the hard work done through the year by the Rotary. The donations were: £200 presented to Ian Buck Ambassador for Brain House & Trinity Hospice. £2000 presented to Sarah McFee, Cancer Research UK who was a cancer patient in 2003. £1000 presented to Barry Band, Ambassador for North West Air Ambulance. The cheques were presented by The President of The Rotary Club of Poulton le Fylde Ray Buckley and Vice President, Chris Noall . “Thanks to all the members who have worked hard to support these donations in my Presidential year'' Mr President Photos by Rtn John Bleazard
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