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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: WHAT’S ON - GETAWAYS - WEDDINGS - CARE
East Lancashire Hospitals
helps challenge gender
New exhibition is about to spring open
stereotypes about men in nursing
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Mayor guest on board UK aircraft carrier
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A new children’s book about male nurses, aimed at four to seven year olds, is being championed by male nurses at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust who are challenging gender stereotypes in nursing. ‘My Daddy is a Nurse’ defies the assumption that all nurses are women by showcasing men working within the traditionally female-centric profession. The book marks the beginning of International Year of the Nurse and Midwife 2020, a year-long celebration of NHS nurses and midwives during Florence Nightingale’s bicentennial year.
Christine Pearson, Director of Nursing at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, said : “We are committed to overturning the longstanding stereotypes that have historically deterred men from considering a career in nursing. It’s a stimulating, rewarding, highly purposeful job. Anyone who likes working with people, in teams, away from the desk, applying their specialist nursing knowledge in a job where no two days are the same should definitely consider nursing. My Daddy Is A Nurse provokes much needed discussion and recast a tired
narrative that has – for too long – positioned women exclusively for such jobs. Following his mother, sister and aunt into a nursing career, Nurse Endoscopist Myles Daley was inspired by the nursing care he received as a child to follow his mother, sister and aunt into nursing. “If it wasn’t for the caring, compassionate and kind nurses, doctors, family members, friends and past colleagues I would not be where I am today or possibly be alive. Charge Nurse Dragos Carcel found his nurse calling after previous jobs as an IT specialist and male model.
“So for me personally, My Daddy Is A Nurse challenges those perceptions about nursing that I encountered and I’m confident the book will go a long way to help transform the typical view of nursing and encourage more males to consider becoming a nurse.” While My Daddy Is A Nurse is very much targeted at Millennials, it’s recognised that gender stereotyping occurs at a very early age. So My Daddy Is A Nurse forms part of a 360 degree approach to tackling this, nipping the development of misconceptions around what constitutes ‘a man’s job’ or a ‘woman’s job’ in the bud before these are able to flourish. Staff Nurse Darren Stokes works in Surgery and Anaesthetics at the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital and encourages more men to consider a nursing career. “Go for it because life soon passes by. The potential to make a difference in someone’s life is enormous.
Man banned from selling animals after being caught without a licence
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First meeting for Darwen’s new Town Deal Board
The new Darwen Town Deal Board has met for the first time. The members will use their skills and expertise to help develop a strong investment plan – with the aim of securing up to £25m of Government funding to be spent regenerating the town and surrounding areas. At the meeting, held at Darwen Heritage Centre, in Railway Road, the group discussed early ideas including a Darwen Town Centre Transformation Programme, the potential for developing new facilities for youngsters, funding for employment and housing opportunities, better transport links and investment for green infrastructure, including parks. A Darwen Icons and Creativity Programme could also include Darwen Tower, the library and theatre, the new Market Square and help to support popular events like Darwen Live. Wayne Wild, Group Commercial Director of WEC Group, one of the town’s biggest employers, was confirmed as Chair of the group at the meeting. He said: It was fantastic to get us all around the table for our first meeting – though it’s still very early days. We all have different skills and expertise to offer, but one shared goal – to do the very best we can to secure as much investment as possible for Darwen. Darwen is one of 101 towns across the country invited to apply for a share of £3.6 billion of Towns Fund investment. Blackburn with Darwen Council has been asked to help lead the application, which is due to be submitted this summer, and bringing the new board together is one of the first steps. MP for Rossendale and Darwen, Jake Berry, a member of the board, said: This funding offers a once in a generation opportunity to transform the whole area and we’ll all be working really hard to secure the very best deal possible. As a board, we will help drive forward the investment plan based on what our residents and businesses think will have the biggest impact and make a real difference. The Government is expected to issue more detailed guidance on what the fund can be used for by the end of March. Extensive engagement will be held with residents and businesses as part of developing the investment plan. For all the latest updates on the Darwen Town Deal, follow Blackburn with Darwen Council on Facebook and Twitter. Board members: Wayne Wild – Group Commercial Director of WEC Group Ltd (Chair of Darwen Deal Board) Councillor Phil Riley – Blackburn with Darwen Council’s Executive Member for Growth and Development (Vice Chair of Darwen Deal Board) Jake Berry – MP for Rossendale and Darwen Councillor John Slater – Leader of the Conservative Group for Blackburn with Darwen Council Councillor John East – Leader of Darwen Town Council John Sturgess – Chair of Darwen Town Centre Partnership Gary Aspden – Darwen resident and global brand and design consultant for adidas Miranda Barker – Chief Executive of East Lancs Chamber and Lancashire Enterprise Partnership Board Director John Wilkinson – Regional Director of Suez Recycling and Recovery UK Janet Pearce – Chair of Keep Darwen Tidy Glenda Brindle – Chair of Aldridge Academy Dr Fazal Dad – Principal at Blackburn College Steve Waggott – Chief Executive of Blackburn Rovers
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about to spring open The all-new Darwen Market Gallery is set to return for its newest exhibition, Spring Open Art. Take a wander through the works of local artists from Saturday, March 7 until Friday, April 17. The Gallery debuted last November and was a huge success with over 80 pieces on display, giving local and regional artists a chance to showcase and sell their work. There are plans for more exhibitions this year as a result of a partnership between Blackburn with Darwen Council and Percival Pictures, a bespoke picture framing and artwork stall located on the market. Councillor Phil Riley, Executive Member for Growth and Development at the Council, said: Darwen Market Gallery is proving to be a great success. The first event attracted people in to the market and a good number of the artworks were sold. It offers something different for people to visit and buy in
the market, whilst showcasing the talent of local people. Darrell Smith owner of Percival Pictures added: The first exhibition was great, it brought to life that area of the Market Hall. We had really good feedback from the artists involved and the public who came to see it. We hope to go from strength to strength
and are happy to see different artists taking part in the next exhibition alongside some returning ones. He went on to say: The exhibition programme for the year has been set and there is an opportunity for local schools to display work in May and June, for artists to show their work in our
Summer or Winter Open Art Exhibitions and a chance to win a prize by taking part in a photography competition! More details will be released soon. For more information about this exhibition or taking part, visit Percival Pictures Stall or find us @DarwenMarkets on Facebook or www.darwentowncentre.co.uk/ market. Darwen Market Hall and Annex is open six days a week from 8:30am – 5pm with half a day on Tuesday: 8.30am – 12.30pm. The Market is closed on Sundays.
Grants available to boost Colne town centre businesses – and Earby businesses Local businesses in Colne town centre could benefit from a Pendle Council grant pot of over £12,000 which is available until the end of March 2020. “This grant money is designed to help boost town centre businesses,” said Councillor Mohammed Iqbal, Leader of Pendle Council. “In the last year we set aside a pot of money for each area totalling over £40,000 and 11 businesses across Pendle have had grants. "There is still some left in the Colne grants fund and £2,600 left in the Earby pot, whilst there is very little left in other town pots, as they have already been allocated,” he explained. “So we are urging Colne and Earby businesses to hurry and make the most of this pot before the end of the financial year - 31 March! “The work can then be carried out during 2020,” he said. “Called Premises Improvement Grants, the money can be used to pay towards new shop
fronts and new windows,” explained Mike Williams from Pendle Council’s Economic Development Team. “Grants can even be used for signs and painting if it’s part of a bigger scheme,” said Mike. Businesses can also apply for a grant towards the cost of stone cleaning and the creation of outside seating areas for cafes, restaurants and bars, including the railings around outdoor areas. “These grants make a big difference to individual businesses and improve the look of our town centres as a whole,” said Councillor Iqbal. “They have been used to tackle empty shops and businesses and bring them back into use,” he said. The grants can cover up to half of the agreed costs, with a maximum grant of £3,000. “A small grant can make all the difference in getting improvements done and I’m pleased we’ve been able to support a range of town centre businesses,”
said Councillor Iqbal. In Colne, Pendle Council awarded a grant to improve the frontage of Zara Moon Architects on New Market Street near the Town Hall. Plus, Ashville Guesthouse in the town has new, timber sash windows, thanks to a Premises Improvement Grant. Mike Williams from Pendle Council’s Economic Development Team said: “Any Colne business wanting to find out about the criteria for grants can visit www. pendle.gov.uk/grants or contact me via my email: michael.williams@pendle. gov.uk In addition, businesses in Colne can now benefit from a new grant scheme called A Fresh Lick of Paint run by the COLNE BID. The COLNE BID is an initiative where businesses work together to boost the town’s Business Improvement District. Each year, for the next four years, the Colne BID will make £10,000 available under
its Pride remit to redecorate the exteriors of businesses within the Business Improvement District. Any Colne business who’d like to apply or find out more should contact Lisa Durkin, Colne BID Manager via e-mail: manager@ colnebid.co.uk Colne Councillor Sarah Cockburn-Price is on the grants panel for Business Improvement Grants for Colne and is supporting the efforts of the Colne BID to improve the town. “Through funding in the Colne BID pot 80 plus businesses can be transformed externally during the first term of the Colne BID. “Up to £500, or half the cost of the external redecoration, whichever is lower, is available as a grant. “The Fresh Lick of Paint Scheme includes signage and canopy refreshing,” she said. Councillor Iqbal added: “We urge businesses to make the most of these opportunities for funding!”
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Mayor guest on board UK aircraft carrier
an official reception on board HMS The Prince of Wales as it was docked on the River Mersey in Liverpool. Coun. Kelly met its Captain Darren Houston and exchanged gifts with him during a tour of the Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carrier. The Mayor presented him with a cut glass paper weight and Borough of Burnley crest and received a commemorative Pictured is the Mayor (centre) presenting Captain Houston (right) with Civic gifts, watched by the Mayor's Consort Mr John Kelly. ship’s plaque in return. The Mayor of Burnley had was a guest of honour on Councillor Anne Kelly was Coun. Kelly said: a meeting with “Royalty” board one of the world’s most among a small group of “It was an amazing with a difference when she impressive ships. Civic visitors taking part in experience to be
Council pledges support
to tackle homelessness
Burnley Council has set aside £45,000 in its budget to help tackle homelessness in the borough. It is also establishing a crossparty working group to investigate the issue. A meeting of the full council last night (26th) agreed to set aside £45,000 in the 2020/21 budget to help eliminate rough sleeping in the borough as part of a wider commitment to help support the most vulnerable members of our community. Councillor Margaret Lishman, the council’s executive
member for resources and performance management, said: “We recognise there are people sleeping rough in our streets who need our help. “The council already provides a wide range of advice and support and we will always do our best to help anyone who comes to us and says they are homeless. However, we also understand there are growing numbers of people who are sleeping rough in our town and who have a need that isn’t being met for some reason. “The immediate concern has been for the establishment of
a night shelter in Burnley but members of the council were clear that this is just the tip of the iceberg with a whole range of issues needing to be addressed. For example, socalled ‘sofa surfing’ has been identified as another form of homelessness that needs investigating. “The council is keen to get all the groups involved with supporting the homeless together to work in closer partnership and offer a more coherent approach to tackling these problems. "We need to look at what
help and support is available in our borough, not just from the council but also other organisations and individuals, and find ways of improving the way we deal with the most vulnerable members of our society. “This decision reaffirms the council’s commitment to tackling homelessness and will build on the work that’s already being carried out.”
invited onto the HMS Prince of Wales and meet the captain of the Royal Navy’s largest aircraft carrier. “We were the only people to give a gift and the Captain assured us that the Burnley crest would be displayed in the wardroom. We were treated like royalty, with a cocktail party and then music from the band of the Royal Marines. It was an unforgettable day.” The 65,000-tonne carrier is one of the most powerful surface warships ever constructed in the UK and, along with its sister ship HMS Queen Elizabeth, is the largest ship ever built for the Royal Navy. Its flight deck is 70
metres wide and 280 metres long – the equivalent of three football pitches. Capt. Houston joined HMS Queen Elizabeth in 2016 as its commander and helped guide the ship through contractor sea trials and her first deployment to the United States for trials with the F35 Lightning jet fighter before taking command of the Prince of Wales. Thousands of visitors are expected to line the docks to see the carrier during its short stay in the port.
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Man banned from selling animals
after being caught without a licence A man has been banned from selling animals for four years and ordered to pay more than £1,000 for failing to have licence to run a pet shop. Burnley Council took Ben Allen Jones (24), of Countess Street, Accrington, and his business Bensons Aquatics & Pets, to court after officers found he was illegally selling animals, including a budgie nicknamed Sid, from a shop in Hebrew Road, Burnley. Jones and Bensons Aquatics together admitted a total of 12 counts of selling animals as pets, without a licence, in contravention of the Animal Welfare Act 2006. Blackburn Magistrates Court was told that the council was alerted to the fact that budgies
and turtles were being sold to the public from the shop, without a licence to do so. The business was listed as being involved in the “retail sale of flowers, plants, seeds, fertilisers, pet animals and pet food” and also had a Facebook page with several posts selling animals with a price alongside. A council licensing officer visited the shop and spoke to the defendant who denied he was selling animals. A further visit was carried out which found numerous animals on shelving around the shop, including a cage with six of seven budgies in it. The council officer undertook a test purchase and bought a budgie from the defendant.
Jones was later interviewed by a council officer and said he wasn’t aware he needed a licence. He said he had opened the business in order to create a better life financially for himself and his partner. Jones said he couldn’t afford a licence and was in the process of shutting down the shop when the second visit occurred, and he sold the budgie as he knew he wasn’t going to sell anything afterwards. The shop closed in December 2019 and the business is no longer trading. John Clucas, a council licensing and compliance officer, said: “Laws are there to protect customers’ rights and it is not fair on those businesses that do put in the effort of complying with the law and paying for a licence to have someone down the road ignoring the legislation and undercutting them on price.” Jones was ordered to pay £600 costs. He is currently under a separate suspended sentence order which was extended for three months. He was also ordered to carry out 10 hours rehabilitation requirement days. Bensons Aquatics was ordered to pay a £300 fine, £32 victim surcharge and £100 costs. The budgie bought by the council officer and nicknamed by officials as Sid has been rehomed and is healthy and content with his new owner.
Council hopes to win hearts and minds of Pendle people to tackle littering and dog fouling In its bid to tackle littering and dog fouling, Pendle Council is appealing to the people of Pendle to take personal responsibility for their actions. It’s calling on the hearts and minds of residents to make Pendle a cleaner place to live. Councillor Mohammed Iqbal, Leader of Pendle Council, said: “We all want Pendle to be a cleaner place to live but we can only achieve this if people get behind us and dispose of their litter sensibly. “Our approach to tackling littering and dog fouling will be one of education and engagement with residents as well as taking enforcement action where necessary. “The District Enforcement contract has been extended for another year and they’ll work with us to help create a litter-free culture.
“This includes taking the message out to places including schools, retailers, supermarkets and fast food outlets. “The team will also appoint litter champions and support community litter picking events as well as increase their weekly presence in parks and other green spaces across Pendle.” Over the past year the District Enforcers have freed up the Council’s in-house Environmental Crime Team to investigate fly tipping and take more environmental criminals to court. As a result 181 people have been fined. In their new contract, District Enforcement Officers will also be responsible for catching people who throw litter from cars and vans. Local people can help by flagging up problem hot-
spots for littering, dog fouling and fly-tipping on our website Please provide as many details as possible to help us catch the culprits. David Walker, Pendle Council’s Environmental Services Manager, said: “People have complained that District Enforcers focus on cigarette butts. “In fact this is by far the biggest litter problem we have and they caught a staggering 3,295 people throwing cigarette butts on the ground. “They also catch people littering items which can easily be taken home and recycled, with over 100 people caught throwing plastic drinks bottle and cans on the ground. “And 40 people were caught throwing food – which is health hazard as it attracts rats.”
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myGP support sessions come to Darwen Library
(L-R) Ann Neville, Business Manager Darwen Healthcare; Christine Sharples, patient at Darwen Healthcare and PPG member; Cllr Brian Taylor; Paul Fleming, Director of Digital and Business Change at BwD Council; Amanda Thornton, Digital Health Clinical Lead, Healthier Lancashire and South Cumbria and Dr. Penny Morris, Medical Director at NHS Blackburn with Darwen CCG
An app that makes it easier for residents to interact with their GP is now available across Blackburn with Darwen. myGP app allows patients to register remotely and once signed up they can book and cancel appointments, set medication reminders and make use of a secure instant messaging service. And if you’d like to use it, but don’t have the confidence or know where to start, we can help! Dedicated myGP support sessions are coming
to Darwen Library in March and April. The free drop-in sessions will take place on: Monday, March 9th: 10am12pm Monday, March 23rd: 10am12pm Monday, March 30th: 10am12pm Wednesday, April 8th: 1.30pm-3.30pm Just bring along your digital device and we’ll do the rest! Read more about myGP here. Councillor Brian Taylor,
Assistant Executive Member for Health and Wellbeing and vice-chair of the Darwen Primary Care Neighbourhood, said: This is an excellent tool for residents to use. The council is fully supportive of tapping into the potential of new technology to improve the health and wellbeing of our residents. The support sessions will enable people to learn from experts at their own pace. I hope as many people as possible come and take advantage.
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Genr8 Developments teams up with Rochdale Food & Drink Festival
The developers behind Rochdale Riverside, the borough's major new retail and leisure destination, have teamed up with Rochdale Food & Drink Festival. Genr8's flagship Rochdale town centre scheme, adjacent to the Metrolink and transport interchange, opens next month and comprises retail units, restaurants, a 6-screen cinema, indoor mini golf and outdoor public spaces. Genr8 Developments will be an official partner of the festival when it is staged at the town hall on Saturday, 4 April 2020. With the scheme due to launch the following week with an event scheduled for Friday, 10 April 2020, the festival is the perfect partnership said Mike Smith, partner at Genr8 Developments: "The countdown is well underway
to our launch next month, but with Rochdale Food & Drink Festival happening the weekend before, we thought it was a perfect event to get involved with. We are proud to sponsor such a popular festival which brings the town centre alive and families together. This partnership also gives us a chance to tell people a little more about Rochdale Riverside and remind everyone about our opening on Good Friday when you are all invited to explore the site and enjoy the fun." Full details of the opening day at Rochdale Riverside are still to be revealed, but already confirmed is lots of FREE family entertainment and a stage show hosted by television and radio star Gemma Atkinson and Wes Butters from Hits Radio UK.
Brands such as Marks & Spencer, Next, H&M, River Island, Boots, JD Sports, Heavenly Desserts, Superdrug and Nandos will all open stores within the new retail and leisure scheme. The development will also boast a 6-screen REEL cinema as well as Puttstars, a new concept by Hollywood Bowl featuring 3 9-hole mini golf courses. The scheme also includes a 520-space car park. Councillor Janet Emsley, cabinet member for neighbourhoods, community and culture at Rochdale Borough Council visited the site this week to see progress and said: “Rochdale town centre has been completely transformed in recent years and this latest development represents another huge step forward. I was very impressed
to see how well everything is coming together, the quality of the work and I’m sure I speak for many when I say I’m excited that it will soon be open. Without the sponsorship and support of businesses, we wouldn’t be able to host the festival so a big thank you to Genr8. “And of course, with Rochdale Food & Drink Festival and Dippy the Dinosaur in town, April is shaping up nicely. At the festival we’ll have something for everyone – amazing cuisine from all over the world, a feast of live music, lots of family fun, top local chefs plus national names Chris Bavin and Stefan Gates. We’re also welcoming some new traders this year.” “Popular festival” Television presenter Chris Bavin will be hosting the festival,
introducing local favourite Andrew Nutter, Tom McNeeney from The Oxford, Adolfus Lewis from The Hare on the Hill in Littleborough and Noo Meenan from Rochdale’s Thai food experts Issan Friends. The Festival Kitchen will be located inside Rochdale town hall along with stalls and activities. There’ll be an outside food and drink village, an indoor seating area to watch chef demonstrations on screen plus a live music stage and other activities. On the Family Stage, TV presenter and Gastronaut Stefan Gates will be performing his shows – promising hilarious, mindblowing edible adventures with food and science stunts including food rockets, edible chemical reactions, magical colour-changing cocktails
and more. There’ll also be lots on offer at nearby local pubs, bars and restaurants, including children’s pizza making workshops at The Mannerist, gin tasting, cookie decorating and a sausage eating competition at the Medicine Tap, plus a wine, cheese and cider workshop at The Baum. • Find out more about Rochdale Riverside • Visit the Rochdale Food & Drink Festival website to book chef demos, family show, workshops and activity tickets or find out more. • Like the festival on Facebook • Connect on Twitter @ RochFoodFest Rochdale Food & Drink Festival is on Saturday 4 April 2020, open from 11am to 6pm. Entry is FREE.
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Changes announced for Rochdale Feel Good Festival Entry fee introduced and plans for big new free family event revealed. Rochdale Feel Good Festival is back on Saturday, 22 August 2020 for another day of entertainment, food and music. This year there will be a small entry fee for the council organised event, with £6 tickets going on sale soon. Although there will still be some entertainment for younger visitors at Rochdale Feel Good Festival, most activities for children and families will move to a brand new free event to be held in Broadfield Park on Saturday, 25 July 2020. The Feel Good Family Picnic will be a huge day of fun activities and shows for children taking over
the historic town centre park. Councillor Janet Emsley, the council’s cabinet member for neighbourhoods, community and culture, said: “Improving the range of entertainment and activities for families with children is something we have done over the last couple of years, but moving this element of the festival into a park setting in July will create a much bigger, better and more welcoming event. The Feel Good Family Picnic is going to be a really magical day out in a beautiful setting.” Rochdale Feel Good Festival will include live music across indoor venues, a main stage sponsored by The Flying Horse Hotel near the town hall, a food and drink village
and other entertainment. “Looking forward to another fabulous year” Councillor Emsley said that after 12 years it is important to secure the future of the event by further reducing the festival’s reliance on public funding: “Since 2008 the council has invested well over a million pounds into Rochdale Feel Good Festival, but severe cuts in public spending during that time have resulted in budgets being squeezed and many council services cut. The festival has lost 25% of its public funding in the last 3 years and we would like to see it continue to be less reliant on council support. “We are still the event’s biggest supporter, contributing
£75,000 shared between the feel good festival and our new family event this year, but we may be forced to reduce this further in the future, so from this year we want festival goers to contribute in the form of a modest entry fee. We will ensure visitors get value for money and I am looking forward to another fabulous year.” Tickets will be available online and at Touchstones Rochdale, Heywood Civic Centre and Middleton Arena for £6 for 5 months before the event. The festival site will open at 12noon and run until 11pm and subject to availability, on the day tickets may be available, priced at £10. The festival is organised
by Rochdale Borough Council, with sponsorship from local businesses. As in previous years, another local band will get chance to play the main stage in front of a crowd of thousands. Last year, Rochdale country rock 4-piece Between The Vines won the coveted Battle of the Bands. The competition will be launched in April 2020 with local acts encouraged to apply to win the prized slot. • If you or
your business would like to get involved with the festival, email events@rochdale.gov. uk. • For festival updates, follow the festival on Facebook or connect on Twitter @ FeelGoodFest. • Full details about the 2020 Rochdale Feel Good Festival
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Bowlee Car Boot
Sale dates announced
Bowlee Car Boot Sale & Market – one of the biggest and most popular in Greater Manchester will be back from Sunday, 5 April 2020. The 2019 season was one of the busiest years on record, helped by the summer weather. The events attracted over 40,000 buyers and 3,600 sellers over the season. Organised by Rochdale Borough Council, the 2020 season at Bowlee Community Park in Middleton begins on Sunday, 5 April 2020 and then runs on Sundays until midAugust. On Bank Holiday
up access. Discounted 10week car parking passes are also being introduced to save money for regular buyers. Once again there will be no last minute cancellations – if poor weather is forecast a decision will be announced by 6pm the day before the sale. ‘Bargain hunters’ For the 2nd year prices have been frozen, so for sellers it’s still £15 for cars, £20 for small vans, people carriers and 4X4s. It’s £25 for large vans and above. For buyers, there are spaces for over
“I am pleased to see the dates announced and look forward to this very popular event returning to Bowlee Community Park for its 11th year. The crowds were amongst the biggest ever last year and as we all become more aware of the environment and our impact on it, more and more people are choosing to buy pre-loved goods. Browsers and bargain hunters can sniff out great deals and one-off items - things you’d never find in a chain or department store – and of
weekends the event will be held on both Sunday and Monday (excluding Sunday, 3 May 2020). As always there's no need to book, just turn up. The events run from 7am 1.30pm, opening at 6am for sellers. Improvements for the 2020 season include increased onsite signage and a new drop off/pick up point for buyers near the entrance to speed
1,200 cars in Bowlee Park at £2.50 per vehicle. The event takes a break on Sunday, 3 May 2020 to make way for Tour de Manc - the Greater Manchester cycle sportive that sets off from Bowlee Park, with the choice of a 100 kilometre, 200 kilometre or 110 mile ride. Councillor Neil Emmott, cabinet member for environment, said:
course you can sell your own things too.” • View the new dates and more details about the event • Follow @BowleeCarBoot on Facebook • Search #BowleeCarBoot on Twitter Bowlee Community Park is just off Heywood Old Road (A6045), Middleton, M24 4SB with easy access from the M60 (junction 19)
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£2m will kick start transformation of Piccadilly Gardens The Council’s Executive will be asked to approve almost £2m for the first phase of the transformation of the Piccadilly Gardens area when it meets on Wednesday 11 March. The £1.8m capital funding will fund a number of early improvements to improve the area’s appearance and people’s experience of it - including the demolition of the free-standing part of the concrete wall. This money will also cover costs associated with the development of the scheme including concept design, survey and other preparatory work and gauging public feedback on outline plans. The budget for the resulting scheme will be finalised once a design has been agreed but it will be considerably higher. The council will be working with principal property owners and other interested parties to develop a joint fund to enable the scheme to be brought forwards. This will include a significant further council contribution. Sir Richard Leese, Leader
of Manchester City Council, said: “This is a key step in the transformation of Piccadilly Gardens. We have been listening to people’s views about the area and we are determined, working with principal landlords, businesses, residents and property owners in the nearby area, to support changes to make it a thriving and welcoming place. “We know we have got to start investing in the area now to deliver a space which meets the aspirations of Manchester people. The fact that we are planning to commit so much funding to the first phase of the scheme alone hopefully underlines the extent of our commitment.” Landscape architect LDA Design (Manchester) has been appointed to produce concept designs for improvements
in Piccadilly Gardens and its surrounds. Manchester residents and businesses will be invited in the spring to give their feedback on a number of designs. A final design will then be produced incorporating the priorities identified in this feedback exercise. The Council want to make a vibrant and welcoming space with a family-friendly feel which will be adaptable for multiple uses such as play days, markets and cultural events. The scheme also intends to address the issue of the Pavilion’s unpopular concrete wall. What form improvements might take is to be determined. The plans will take in a wide area including the section of Piccadilly to the north of the Piccadilly Gardens, Parker Street to the south and Mosley Street to the west.
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Happy Festival New Faces talent development programme launches
Could you be the next Victoria Wood, Danny Boyle or Guy Garvey? Then now’s your chance! The Happy Festival, inspired by the legacy of Bury’s own Victoria Wood, is launching New Faces to find and develop talent in Bury. Named after the ITV show that made Victoria’s name in the 1970s, New Faces is open to people of all ages. All you need is the desire to improve your skills, try something new or make that dream come true! The Happy Festival runs from Friday 15 to Sunday 17 May with performances at Bury Art Museum, The Met and at sites across Bury town centre. There will also be a special outdoor summer celebration the Happy Proms on Sunday 12 July at Burrs Country Park. The full programme for the Happy Festival will be announced soon. The festival
is a major part of celebrations to mark Bury’s status as the first Greater Manchester Town of Culture, which will foster and promote local artistic talent this year and well beyond. New Faces offers the chance to work with professionals – the best in their field – to write and perform for the Happy Festival in May or the Happy Proms in July. There will be four genres of work, based on those Victoria was best known for: comedy, music, songwriting and TV scriptwriting. A musician starting out on your career? Take up the opportunity to work with and be mentored by Victoria Wood’s musical director David Firman, and Bury-based songwriter and musician Joe Nelson, to produce a new piece of music to be performed at the Happy Festival. If this sounds like you, please email info@ happyfestival.org by March 20 saying why you’d like to be a part of the programme. There is also an exciting series of six-week courses in TV scriptwriting, songwriting,
comedy writing and comedy performance starting in March. All the courses are hosted by professionals in their field and, again, you’ll get a chance to show off your work at the Happy Festival! Check out our Facebook page HappyFestBury for more details and to book. Courses are only £30 for the six weeks, but spaces are limited. The Festival is grateful for the funding and support of the Victoria Wood Foundation, Bury Council, the GMCA and Arts Council England. Councillor David Jones, leader of Bury Council, said: “We’re delighted to be chosen as the very first Greater Manchester Town of Culture, and to support the Happy Festival which is inspired by the legacy of Bury’s most famous daughter. “This year will be inspiring – it will allow our residents to explore new things and have new experiences, whether in the fields of music, performing art, writing, comedy or sport. And we will look to build on this and put culture at the heart of our policies for years to come.” More information
Chipping Steam Fair The May bank holiday weekend is fast approaching and the weather is starting to improve which can mean only one thing.... CHIPPING STEAM FAIR 2020 is coming to a showfield near you (well PR3 2TQ actually)!!! This is our 22nd show and the three-day event will be packed to the rafters with a cornucopia of unique sights, sounds and smells. We have all the usual attractions from donkey rides to the digger play pen, tea and scones to burger and chips, funfair to food hall, beer tent and live music (until late Sat & Sun), gift and crafts fair, competitions and static displays, working machinery and demonstrations, awards, trophy’s and presentations, not to mention the hundreds of vintage vehicles and exhibits. Plus a schedule full of entertainment and activities for every age group there is something at CSF to excite, inspire or amuse. We also have some amazing arena entertainment booked this year. On Saturday you’ll be toe tapping along to Samba Espirito, our Samba Drumming Band. On Sunday the breath taking 3SIXTY, Bicycle Stunt Team, will wow you with their hair-raising bike skills. On Monday the “piece de resistance” is Dangerous Steve, our stunt man extreme will be doing, yes you guessed it, lots of dangerous things… juggling chainsaws, crazy balancing and a thrilling fiery finale. Set up by Mary Harrison in 1998 who is
still at the helm supported by her tenacious team of enthusiastic volunteers who work tirelessly throughout the year to put on the best show possible for their thousands of regular visitors, with all proceeds going to local charities and good causes. Check us out online www.chippingsteamfair.com or on social media #chippingsteamfair
about the Town of Culture year in Bury is available at http:// www.visitbury.com/ Do you have any thoughts about what could be taking place during our Town of Culture Year, or how you can get involved? Please email townofculture@ bury.gov.uk For more Happy press information please contact m a n d y @ mandymartinez. co.uk
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The Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways Easter break Put some ‘Spring’ into your step this Easter by taking a break in the fresh air and beautiful scenery of Snowdonia! The Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways make a great day out as part of your holiday. Sit back and watch the scenery go by – the carriages are modern in comfort with heating, double glazing and a refreshment service too. Some products are locally sourced so you can enjoy a bottle of local ale or spring water with a bag of Jones crisps or some Anglesey shortbread. The Welsh Highland trains even have fresh hot snacks direct from their kitchens. Explore with the kids – you don’t have to do the full journey, there are shorter options available which is good news
if you have small children. Take a Ffestiniog train to Tan-y-Bwlch; it is ideal for families with its friendly tearoom, outdoor playground and woodland nature trail. Visit Beddgelert village by Welsh Highland train and spend some time exploring the village. You can also start your journey here. There are little shops and cafes and a
popular ice cream parlour. You can take a walk by the river and visit the grave of Gelert the famous hound after whom legend says the village is named. Take a walk. Bring the dog. There are countless ways of enjoying the railways. Visit our website for more ideas. We look forward to seeing you here this Easter. www.festrail.co.uk
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300 year-old historic boundary stone uncovered by council workers
A historic boundary stone that predates the formation of St Helens as a town has been unearthed by St Helens Council’s Grounds Maintenance officers. The
team made the discovery, dating between 1700-1750, while clearing foliage and undergrowth at the Blackbrook Wharf of Sankey Valley.
Pete Morris, the council’s Greenspace Inspector contacted local expert Dr Barrie Pennington of the Milestone Society to ask if he would investigate. Dr Pennington consulted an 1895 Ordnance Survey map and confirmed that it was a boundary stone marking the parishes of Blackbrook and Haydock. Three other original boundary stones are positioned at the wharf placed there in recent years by St Helens Council to mark the original length of the wharf where coal was
loaded onto barges. Though highly weathered the word ‘Blackbrook’ can just be made out on one of these stones. From 1757, this part of the Sankey Canal was a hive of activity providing coal for Liverpool merchants and Cheshire salt mines. The new find is unique in that it is in its original position untouched and forgotten for decades. Boundary stones did not have to meet any legal requirement as to size and were generally made from local stone, which in the case of Blackbrook and Haydock was sandstone. Dr Pennington said: “Though it is speculative to comment without further research it does appear that the ‘navvies’ – labourers who built this part of the canal – worked around the boundary stone, probably out of respect. “Parishes have a long history of fierce independence with loyalty to either a local lord of the manor or church. Some boundary stones had parish crests or emblems at the centre made from cast iron. This new discovery appears to have a hole at the centre for such a crest which has long since rusted away.” Text is still partially visible on the area’s other boundary stones, but the new find is heavily eroded. Barrie added: “The fact that it has been in the undergrowth for so long has not helped. It is possible – but speculative – that the canal water was quite
corrosive nearby at the time and could have contributed to the stone’s weathered appearance. “Indeed, Hey Lock in Newtonle-Willows had to be largely rebuilt in 1868 because of the corrosive nature of the canal water. The water was tested in 1813 and it contained 2.3 per cent arsenic, meaning it was poisonous even in small amounts. That was the Industrial Revolution.” Pete Morris said: “In my line of work as greenspace inspector I’m always delighted to come across these historic finds that make a small contribution towards the borough’s heritage. “We’re fortunate to have such a great working relationship with Dr Pennington. He’s a font of knowledge on this fascinating part of our industrial past and is always willing to share his time and wisdom with us.” The stone will be cleaned and left in its original position, and the council could consider installing information signs about the boundary stones for residents and visitors to view. Dr Pennington has placed the new boundary stone on the Milestone Society and Ordnance Survey databases for posterity crediting St Helens Council with the find. Further information on the subject provided by Dr Pennington: The rough-cut
nature of the Blackbrook stones places them between 1700-1750, certainly before the building of the Sankey Canal in 1755-57. Haydock has by far the greater claim to historical provenance having had its own Lord of the Manor and coat of arms. Blackbrook however is simply named after a geographical feature - the Black Brook that runs through it. We can only imagine the local feuds that existed as Blackbrook sought to assert its independence from the bigger Haydock. Here’s a small story taken from the Parish Clerk’s website that amply demonstrates the strong loyalty felt by parishioners: “The boundaries of each parish were customarily marked by stones and every year, ‘Beating the Bounds’ took place. This is an ancient custom which is still observed by many English parishes; the roots go back to medieval times when parishes reaffirmed their boundaries by processing round them at Rogationtide, stopping to beat each boundary mark with sticks and to pray for protection and blessings. “The ceremony was also important so as to prevent encroachment by neighbours and to instil a folk memory of the time as to the area of the parish. It is however no longer the tradition to bump the choirboys heads against the marks.”
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St Helens Council sets it budget for 2020/21 Finding new ways to generate income and transforming services by making them more efficient are key to St Helens Council’s budget. Councillors approved the financial plan at Council on Wednesday evening as the council looks to balance the books for 2020/21. Measures include more than one third of the £5m in savings to be made coming from income generation by increasing the council’s commercial activity, alongside a transformational plan to change the way the council works to make it more efficient. A further £5m budget gap will be filled by using one off reserves. By growing our local economy through encouraging new businesses and supporting existing ones to grow over the past year we will see an extra £2.1m in business rates. The pressures of adult social care and children’s services continues to grow and 71 per
cent of the council’s budget goes directly to these vital services that support our most vulnerable people. The Government is allowing councils to use a two per cent precept on council tax that goes specifically to fund social care which St Helens Council will introduce along with a 1.99 per cent council tax rise, which will also go towards supporting the most in need in St Helens Borough. These increases will bring in an extra £3m which will help us make sure our budget is robust and balanced. Councillor Martin Bond, Cabinet Member for Finance, said: “This year has been the most challenging for local authority finance since austerity began. The last three years had funding certainty which allowed longer term planning. This year, after 10 long years of Central Government grant reduction the settlement was delayed by Brexit and
the General Election. A one year settlement, announced late in the day, doesn’t assist planning the budget in the medium to long term which in turn benefits strategic approaches to delivery of services. “We are doing all we can to increase our income generation and we’re showing
our commitment by creating a new post to look at how we can maximise our opportunities to raise money. Transforming the way we work as a council will also help us not only be more efficient but work better with our partners to provide residents the right kind of support. “We cannot do this alone though and we
understand that it is a great ask of residents to pay more in Council Tax but we hope they understand that the vast majority of the additional money will be going directly to the vital work that adult social care and children’s services do for those who need it in our borough. “Our Council Tax will still be
the lowest on Merseyside and the increase will equate to less than £1 a week for more than 85 per cent of households. We believe we should do the right thing for those most in need and we will continue to find ways to support them such as extending council tax support to our care leavers to the age of 25.”
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Mother’s Day Cream Tea & Sunday Running Experience our charming, traditional Cream Tea, served in the elegant ambience of our lovingly restored vintage carriages. Enjoy the rumble of a steam train whilst the city skyline passes you by. Relax with a cup of tea, a glass of fizz and clotted cream and jam scones. Simply delicious. Cream Tea Special: (with Prosecco): £16 Traditional (without Prosecco): £12.50 Your Ticket includes unlimited train rides and access to our museum and workshop and other site facilities. Seats are limited for each event. We wish to ensure we offer you and your guests
a unique Ribble Steam Experience. To book please get in touch with our Manager Maisy
Davies (01772) 728800 (Answer phone out of hours) Email: enquiries@ ribblesteam.co.uk
Lancaster canal. Sunday 22nd March at 2pm, departing from our mooring next to Olde Duncombe House and opposite the Roebuck pub in Bilsborrow. The postcode is PR3 0RE and car parking facilities are available. Approx 1hr sail.
Refreshments available on board, we have a cash bar with all normal bar drinks, tea, coffee and biscuits. Tickets £5 per person For more information or to book your tickets please call us on 01995640833 or email info@lccruises.co.uk
Mothers Day cruise Hosted by Lancaster Canal Cruises
Come and join us for a leisurely Mothers Day cruise, enjoy an afternoon out with all the family. Children will get to have a go at sailing the boat with the Captain and receive a certificate. Feed the ducks, enjoy the wildlife and beautiful views on the
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How to get an upgrade on your honeymoon! Getting married isn’t just about going on honeymoon, but it sure is an exciting plus to the whole shebang! But how do you go about milking the special occasion for all its worth? Everyone loves an upgrade and if you can’t get one when you’re going on your honeymoon then when
can you? It’s the perfect opportunity to be pampered and spoiled, especially after all the stress of the wedding planning is over. Calling first class! There are so many moments where you might be able to wangle an upgrade when you go on honeymoon. The first is the flight. This is a lot easier
to accomplish if you haven’t booked a package deal through a high street travel agency. If you’ve booked flights and accommodation separately then turning up at the airport in your finest clobber, rather than like a scruff bag (albeit a very comfy one), is a great way to find yourself boosted up to First or Business class.
This is an important fact to consider as the area you want to be moved into is usually full of very well-heeled people. The next step is to arrive at the airport early. This gives you the best opportunity of nabbing any last-minute upgrades. Don’t forget to check again when you reach the gate in case an upgrade
has become available since you checked-in. Another hot tip for making it more likely to receive an upgrade is to fly on a Saturday as this is when business travellers are usually at home, meaning you have less competition. Tell the world you’re here for your honeymoon. Once you’ve made it to your honeymoon destination the next step towards getting an upgrade is to tell everyone that you’re on your honeymoon! It’s important to do this at the right time though. Telling businesses that you’re going on your honeymoon when you make the booking tends to hike the prices up. So, you’re better off waiting until you hit the runway to mention that you’re newly-weds on honeymoon. If you’re staying in a hotel then mention at check-in that you’re on your honeymoon and ask if there are any honeymoon suites available for you to upgrade to or if there is anything they can do
for you to help make your honeymoon more memorable. Then as you go about making your precious memories whilst you are away, you need to keep speaking up. Tell everyone you meet that you’re there on your honeymoon. You never know, it might lead to a couple of free glasses of champagne over dinner at any of the restaurants you might visit! The same can be said for any activities, excursions or day trips that you intend to do whilst you’re away. Live like an A-lister. Of course, before you even get to this stage you need to decide on where to go! If you’re at a loss for ideas, other than knowing that you want the A-list treatment, then take a leaf out of @ RocknRollBride’s book. She says that ‘If you’re looking to really go all out on your honeymoon, to have a once in a lifetime experience and to truly live it up like a rock star, then the Maldives has to be top of your list.’
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Meet your photographer Jon Harrison
My name is Jon Harrison, I am a photographer, Image retoucher and designer based within Leigh, Lancashire. My background has predominantly been within the Art and design sectors as I have always had a creative flare from a young age in
primary school all the way through to University. For my higher education, I attended The University of Salford between 20052008, which I did a degree within Visual Arts. After my graduation, I worked within retail until I did extra work within the image retouching sectors and finally obtained a job within a reprographics company in 2012. After 3 years within the reprographics company I soon realized I needed to spread my wings and do what I enjoyed which was photography. Inspired by Guernsey
Photographer Karl Taylor, Essex Photographer Alex Wightman and Glyn Davis I took the risk and left my job to pursue a career within Photography within the fitness and fashion sectors. This was a huge risk as I was working self employed for over 12 months, however with risk comes success and I was able to get recognition from social media and online clients. 2016 I was asked to do my first wedding as I never advertised to do weddings as the market is so saturated with wedding photographers I felt there
wasn't a need for another. However with my experience and dedication I did my first wedding within Wales and it was a huge success and I absolutely loved weddings since then onwards. I look forward to hearing from anyone who contacts myself and please feel free to get connected. Relaxed, Unobtrusive, Fun & Fantastic I am really happy to have in my life photography as a job, capturing those special moments, memories and being apart of couple's wedding. My passion for photography is so rewarding as I get to shoot amazing weddings with some fantastic couples at some of the best venues around. What's even better is making new friends for life after the wedding.
Relaxed & Creative Wedding Photographer During your wedding day my goal is to capture all those special moments you will miss through your big day. These moments can be fun, traditional, compositional, natural & relaxed moments. As an artist I like to be
creative and take amazing images that will not only look amazing but make you say WOW. The idea behind every wedding is to make yours unique, something special and a standout from the crowd. I am extremely experimental and look for locations to get the best shots for you.
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BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS ANNOUNCES EXCITING COLLABORATION FOR NEW INSTALLATION
Lancaster University (l-r) Kobi Hartley, Lorraine Underwood, Miriam Sturdee & Prof Joe Finney
One of the UK’s top universities is joining forces with an innovative young designer to create a spectacular light installation for this year’s world-famous Blackpool Illuminations. Jack Irving, known for his amazing costume designs for Lady Gaga, will collaborate with a team of computer scientists from Lancaster University after the two were named as winners of a £100k competition to deliver the new attraction in the 2020 display. Jack and the university team, led by Professor Joe Finney,
were among numerous entrants from all over the world vying for the unique opportunity to be part of Blackpool Illuminations. A panel of judges, chaired by Blackpool Illuminations creative curator, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, decided to award the prize to joint winners, with Jack providing the creative content and Professor Finney’s team providing the technical expertise. Their concept will incorporate deep sea creatures brought to life in a high-tech, interactive projection show
on the Promenade close to The Blackpool Tower. The project will now move from concept to manufacture stage with the two teams working together to create the installation which will be unveiled in time for the switch on of this year’s Blackpool Illuminations on September 4. Jack, 26, born and raised just a couple of miles down the coast from Blackpool, said: “It’s been a childhood dream of mine to design part of Blackpool Illuminations and so excited that this competition has made my
dreams come true. “Being brought up next to the sea, my fascination with the eye-catching creatures and organisms that live there, has been my inspiration for the design. “It’s a little appreciated fact that most of the animals in our ocean make light. This phenomenon is called bioluminescence. I have used this as my inspiration for my Illuminations design” Professor Finney, from Lancaster University’s School of Computing and Communications, added: “Lancaster University is committed to local, regional and international public engagement, and we are really excited about this opportunity to create a unique and engaging visitor experience for this year’s Blackpool Illuminations. “This project provides a great example of the creative and collaborative nature of modern Computer Science, and how it can transform our daily lives.”
Cllr Gillian Campbell, Deputy Leader of Blackpool Council said: “The whole purpose of the Blackpool Illuminations competition was to bring exciting design and technological expertise to the table. “It has done exactly that with some incredible concepts submitted from designers and artists across the world. “When it is completed, this project will add a completely new dimension to the 2020 Blackpool Illuminations display.” Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen added: “Judging by the sheer number of extraordinarily exciting entries, there’s no doubt in my mind that our Illuminations X-factor style competition h a s captured the imagination of the creative world. Young
and old, professionals and amateurs, From Fylde to Australia we’ve had some truly illuminating ideas.” Other short-listed entrants included The Guild Hall School of Music and Drama and Lisa Ashcroft, an artist born in Preston, but now working in Australia. The new light installation will be revealed during the Blackpool Illuminations season which runs from September 4 to November 8 this year and will be located on the Tower Festival Headland. For further information, please go to visitblackpool. com/illuminations.
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Kingfisher Caravan Park
wins top award for seventh year East Lindsey District Council's Kingfisher Caravan Park has once again secured the Gold David Bellamy Conservation Award, marking the seventh consecutive year the Park has achieved the accolade. The David Bellamy Conservation Award is one of the longest running green tourism awards in the UK and champions holiday parks that are working to protect and enhance Britain's natural environment.
The Park, which is located on Sea Lane, Ingoldmells, has been assessed by the scheme's team of local wildlife experts and has been scored in across a range of criteria in three key areas: Good Neighbourliness, Sustainability and Ecological Management. The Park team were praised for their work in each area, with the assessor specifically commending the excellent links between the Park and the local community, the recruitment of a Park Development Manager and the Park's longer term plans. The scheme also awards Parks a number of badges for work on specific
areas and this year Kingfisher successfully secured three of those badges: Woodland Habitat, Wildflower Habitat and Hedgerow Habitat. Kingfisher Park Development Manager, Mickey Reeson, said: "We're delighted to have secured the Gold David Bellamy Conservation Award once more. We take great pride in the work we do and the national recognition we receive through this Award is a testament to our whole team." Portfolio Holder for Finance, Councillor Richard Fry, added: "We were saddened to hear of the passing of David Bellamy, who founded these Awards. His tireless work in establishing these conservation awards will ensure his legacy lives on and I'd like to pass on my condolences to his family."
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Path improvements mean it’s
easier than ever to explore Ullswater
Improvement works have recently been completed at either end of the Ullswater Valley to make these paths more accessible than ever. The path from the car park at Pooley Bridge to the lake shore has recently been improved to even out the surface and widen it in places to make it easier for people with assisted wheelchairs and prams to be able to access the water’s edge. Lake District National Park Authority Project Ranger, Val Edmondson said: “This part of the Ullswater Way has suffered storm damage and we’re delighted that we’ve been able to make sure it remains one of our accessible ‘Miles without Stiles’ routes. It’s ideal as the car park is so handy and there are bus stops close by and this path allows easy access down to the water to enjoy the spectacular views. Families
with young children and people with limited mobility will undoubtedly benefit from the work we’ve done here.” And, at the opposite end of the lake, the popular path from Cow Bridge car park along the lake shore at Brothers Water to Hartsop Hall has also recently been enhanced. This path suffered from weather damage which destroyed the drainage ditches and meant the path washed out in places and damaged the surface. This has now been repaired. The improvements have been welcomed locally. Sam Bunting, local resident and Parish Councillor commented: “The Miles without Stiles initiative is brilliant! As a disabled mother with active young children, it’s wonderful that there are accessible, short walks on our doorstep that we can enjoy together as a family.” The improvement works have been carried out by local firm Siba Contracts working closely with National Park Rangers and Volunteers, and the routes are now open and ready for use. There are 48 Miles without Stiles routes throughout the Lake District National Park, all of which are routes suitable for people with limited mobility, including wheelchair users, families with pushchairs, and the visually impaired. See all our Miles without Stiles routes to plan a walk as part of our #NewViewNewYou.
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Put your community on the map for Tour de Yorkshire There’s still time to sign up for information roadshows which are touring North Yorkshire and find out how to create a piece of land art or put your business on the map for the Tour de Yorkshire. The race takes place in the county from April 30 to May 3 and will take in some of the county’s most iconic scenery, including the Yorkshire Dales and the coast. Information roadshows are being held by Welcome to Yorkshire, North Yorkshire
County Council and other partners for businesses, residents and community groups to find out how to make the most of the internationally-followed race. As well as advice on making the most of the sporting event, the sessions will include information on the new route, how to become a tour maker, community celebrations and how to take part in the land art and ‘best dressed’ town and village contests. The next roadshows will take place at; F i l e y , Monday, March 9, at the Filey Evron Centre from 6pm to 8pm R e e t h , Monday, March 9, at Reeth
Community Primary School from 6pm to 8pm. Settle, Wednesday, March 11, at Settle Victoria Hall on Kirkgate from 6pm to 8pm Leyburn, Monday, March 23 at The Garden Rooms at Tennants from 6pm to 8pm. Pateley Bridge, Tuesday, March 24, at the Memorial Hall on Park Road from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. North Yorkshire County Council leader, Cllr Carl Les said: “Anyone who would like to see their community to make the most of this event and get involved in the celebrations is invited to attend the roadshows and find out all the different ways they can do this. “Last year the race attracted a record-breaking television audience of 28 million – well up on the 12.5m who watched in 2018. For all businesses this presents a fantastic
opportunity, particularly for those areas recently affected by flooding who want to let everyone know they are well and truly open for business.” The first day of the race, on Thursday, April 30, will involve a dramatic sweep of the coast, taking in historical highlights including Staithes and Runswick Bay; where two artists colonies were once based, Filey Brigg, where a Roman signal station stood in the 4th century and Hackness, where, according to St Bede, a monastery or nunnery once stood. Day two of the event will see the men and women’s
races travelling through some of the stunning Yorkshire Dales, making its way from Skipton to Leyburn, passing through Reeth and other parts of Swaledale and Arkengarthdale. It will pass historical and cultural sites including the Ribblehead Viaduct, built by a workforce of 2,300 men who lived in shanty towns near its base, and Buttertubs Pass, believed to derive its name from the fact farmers would rest there on the way to market and lower their butter into the potholes to keep it cool during hot weather. The final day of the Men’s
Race, on May 3, will see cyclists return to the Yorkshire Dales for part of the route, as they cycle from Halifax to Leeds, taking in Skipton, Pateley Bridge and Masham. In total the race will visit 160 villages, towns and cities in Yorkshire. Information on the route is provided, along with details of the, ambassadors’ tour, amateur sportive and the Land Art and Best Dressed contests. Registration for the roadshows is not compulsory, but people are asked to book a place if they can, to give the organisers an idea of numbers.
Meet Northern writers at libraries in Read Regional campaign Authors of ‘must-read’ titles for the upcoming year will be visiting North Yorkshire libraries this spring for Read Regional 2020. The campaign will see ten Northern authors take part in 70 events at libraries and festivals throughout the North of England, including Easingwold, Skipton and Newby and Scalby. The ten chosen titles are made up of children’s, fiction, memoir and poetry. They will all remain available in the libraries after the campaign. Reading guides for each book can be downloaded at Read Regional. The North Yorkshire events are as follows: • Oliver Harris, author of A Shadow Intelligence, at Easingwold library on Thursday 5 March at 7pm; • Horatio Clare, author of Icebreaker, at Newby and Scalby library on Thursday 7 May at 7pm; and
• Clara Barley, author of The Moss House, at Skipton library on Friday 15 May at 7pm. For more information and to buy tickets, contact the relevant library. Founded by New Writing North in 2008, the campaign is funded by Arts Council England and is produced in partnership by New Writing North, North Yorkshire County Council and 21 other library authorities. “Read Regional is a brilliant campaign which is always well-supported in libraries across North Yorkshire,” said County Councillor Greg White, Executive Member for Libraries. “The North is bursting with talent so there is something for everyone. I would encourage everybody to visit their local library, borrow the must-read titles and meet some very talented authors.” Claire Malcolm, chief executive of New
Writing North, added: “If you don’t usually attend author events, why not try one for the first time in your local library – you’ll find a warm welcome and the chance to chat to writers in a relaxed setting. If you’re already a regular attender, Read Regional is a great way to discover new books to discuss with other readers and to make the most of the precious resource that is your local public library.” The other books on the 2020 list are: • A Witch Come True by James Nicol • Remembered by Yvonne Battle-Felton • The Blame Game by C. J. Cooke • The Last Thing She Told Me by Linda Green • Supper Club by Lara Williams • The Celox and the Clot by Hafsah Aneela Bashir • Baldwin’s Catholic Geese by Keith Hutson
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HITTING THE BEACH? If you love beaches – then you’ll love North Wales. With 250 miles of coastline, beaches aren't hard to come by. You'll discover a fantastic variety of diverse beaches in North Wales, with something to suit everyone. North Wales’ coastal resorts were made famous by their fabulous beaches. Colwyn Bay beach, for example, has a longer coastline than Rio’s world famous Copacabana beach – that’s a lot of beach! It’s a consistent feature among the coastal resort beaches – long beaches which provide plenty of space for everyone to enjoy themselves peacefully. For a day beside the beach with the family, the everpopular seaside resorts of Rhyl and Llandudno continue to please. With long beaches there’s plenty of room to enjoy activities whilst the promenades provide plenty of entertainment. If you’re planning a beach break to
North Wales, a visit to one of the Llyn’s beaches is an absolute must. Hidden away, the Llyn’s secluded beaches provide the perfect location for a peaceful getaway. Popular resorts like Abersoch provide a much livelier day at the beach, with plenty of things to do including a world-class water sports programme. The Llyn is even home to one of the best beach bars in the world. Nefyn’s Ty Coch Inn has been voted by users of TripAdvisor as one of top ten beach bars in the world. Being an island certainly has its advantages. You’re never
too far away from a beach when visiting Anglesey. Scattered along the coast, you’ll discover a great array of beaches, from secluded to historic, Anglesey’s beaches are sure to delight and surprise. If you’re a fan of history, then Anglesey’s beaches and coastline will be for you. Anglesey has a rich maritime history, which is partly thanks to areas of water having a high copper content, which would help clean the boats before an excursion. On Anglesey’s beaches you’ll find an array of historically important buildings including churches and lighthouses.
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New coastal access
path on Walney Island opens
New legislation has led to improved access to the coast line on Walney Island. Under the Marine and Coastal Access Act, Natural England has been tasked by the government to create a new National Trail around the coast of England, the ‘England Coast Path.’ The section of path around Walney has now been established by Cumbria County Council’s countryside access section, and was opened to the public on Wednesday 12 February. Cllr Helen Wall, member for Old Barrow, who was
present at the opening said: “I am delighted to see this new section in Walney opened up for the public to enjoy. The England Coast Path is a fantastic initiative and will enable people to enjoy our wonderful coastlines and scenery in ways they haven’t been able to before. It’s also wonderful for the people of Walney, who are rightly very proud of their beautiful island.” Charles Ecroyd, Chairman of the Cumbria and Lakes Joint Access Forum, said: “The new path will help to make people more aware of what we have in this
part of the county - fantastic views, fantastic scenery and a tremendous population of people that are very welcoming.” The works that have taken place to complete the path have been funded by a Natural England grant received by Cumbria County Council. Works on a new route between Whitehaven and Silecroft are also underway, with this section expected to be open in the summer. Further sections, close to the Scottish Border in the north and around Morecambe Bay further south are currently still under
development. Once completed, this will form part of the longest continuous coastal path in the world.
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Care home hits dental hygiene heights
Care homes across the borough of Rochdale have received oral hygiene ratings as part of an innovative rating scheme. 5 star ratings have been awarded to 25 care homes so far, with others encouraged to strive for the achievement. The ratings reflect
the homes' dedication to looking after their residents' oral hygiene and the services they have in place. The scheme was created by RIS Healthcare, who deliver the oral health for the elderly programme, training and support across the borough of Rochdale. The programme enables care homes to look after residents' oral hygiene by improving staff knowledge and skills. Oral hygiene can be a major contributor to serious ill health in older people and the cause of multiple emergency hospital admissions that could be avoided. Jamie Lee Aughey, deputy manager at Stansfield Hall care home, says the benefits of the scheme have exceeded expectations: "We have not had a chest infection in the home for the last 8 months. This used to be a common occurrence and in a way has become non-existent. "Since the training each
member of our team has really taken the time to focus on oral hygiene with our residents and the health benefits from this have been fascinating." Dr Aggy York, clinical lead for primary care at Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale Clinical Commissioning Group (HMR CCG), said: "There are numerous studies linking poor oral hygiene to aspiration pneumonia. Cleaning the teeth, mouth, tongue and palate, not only reduces harmful bacteria and it also helps produce saliva and improve swallowing which makes inhalation of bacteria much less likely." The rating scheme considers staff training, effective identification of problems, and oral care plans for residents. Councillor Sara Rowbotham, cabinet member for health and wellbeing at Rochdale Borough Council, said: "Oral hygiene is so important
in older age, it can impact people's ability to eat, drink and talk so it's great to see homes treating oral hygiene as a vital area of care. "Congratulations to the care homes and well done to the RIS team for implementing such an innovative scheme in our borough." Training of staff in care homes across the borough has been taking place since December 2018. There are 41 care homes for older people in the borough with a total of 1,433 residents. All care homes have oral hygiene champions who ensure that new staff are shown how to clean the mouths of residents. The focus on oral hygiene in care homes is the 1st of its kind in Greater Manchester. Further stages of the training programme have trained nurses and supported staff at Springhill Hospice and Rochdale Infirmary.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) COVID-19 is a new illness called coronavirus. information for health What’s the risk of coronavirus that can affect your lungs and These pages are for the professionals on the NHS in the UK? airways. It's caused by a virus public. There is coronavirus England website. The UK Chief Medical Officers have raised the risk to the public from low to moderate. Health professionals are working to contact anyone who has been in close contact with people who have coronavirus. What’s the risk of coronavirus for travellers? There are some countries and areas where there’s a higher chance of coming into contact with someone with coronavirus. Symptoms of coronavirus The symptoms of coronavirus are: • a cough • a high temperature • shortness of breath But these symptoms do not necessarily mean you have the illness. The symptoms are similar to other illnesses that are much more common, such as cold and flu. How coronavirus is spread Because it’s a new illness, we do not know exactly how coronavirus spreads from person to person.
Similar viruses are spread in cough droplets. It’s very unlikely it can be spread through things like packages or food. Do I need to avoid public places? Most people can continue to go to work, school and other public places. You only need to stay away from public places (selfisolate) if advised to by the 111 online coronavirus service or a medical professional. How to avoid catching or spreading coronavirus Do wash your hands with soap and water often – do this for at least 20 seconds always wash your hands when you get home or into work use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze put used tissues in the bin straight away and wash your hands afterwards try to avoid close contact with people who are unwell Don’t do not touch your eyes, nose
or mouth if your hands are not clean. How to self-isolate if you’re asked to If there’s a chance you could have coronavirus, you may be asked to stay away from other people (self-isolate). This means you should: • stay at home • not go to work, school or public places • not use public transport or taxis • ask friends, family members or delivery services to do errands for you try to avoid visitors to your home – it’s OK for friends, family or delivery drivers to drop off food You may need to do this for up to 14 days to help reduce the possible spread of infection. Treatment for coronavirus There is currently no specific treatment for coronavirus. Antibiotics do not help, as they do not work against viruses. Treatment aims to relieve the symptoms while your body fights the illness. You’ll need to stay in isolation away from other people until you’ve recovered.
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Careers in Lancashire Police Policing Lancashire is no easy task. It takes a huge number of people from all sorts of different backgrounds with a wide range of skills and experience. Do you have what it takes to be one of them? Lancashire Police are
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New Turf for the Burnley 10K in 2020 Turf Moor - the home of Burnley FC - will play host in 2020 for the borough's biggest charitable running event, the Asda Foundation Burnley 10K. Burnley FC’s manager and players helped kick off this year’s event, which will see thousands visit the club’s stadium on Sunday 28th June as it becomes the new home of the Burnley 10K. Boss Sean Dyche, Nick Pope, Ben Mee and Matěj Vydra were among the players who gathered to officially launch the 2020 event along with the events official partner charities. Sean Dyche said: “There is always a great buzz in the town on Burnley 10K day so it’s great that we as a club can get even more involved and host the event this year. I hope you’ll all pull on your trainers and support this great event and the many charities which will benefit.” Working in partnership with the Clarets and Burnley Council, Jane Tomlinson’s Run For All, who organise the 10K, hope to increase community engagement and encourage even more people to get involved with the event whether that’s taking part or volunteering. Mike Tomlinson, CEO of Run For All said: “Burnley has always been one of my favorite events and as a Burnley season ticket holder I’m really pleased we have been able to establish a partnership with the club. The club is at the heart of the local community and we hope together we can continue to help charities across the town to raise thousands of pounds.” Runners can take part in the event – one of the most loved in the North West – for fun, personal challenge or to raise funds for charity. They are especially encouraged to support the event’s partner charities which include Pendleside Hospice, Jane Tomlinson Appeal, Child Action North West, Burnley FC in the community and Burnley Leisure Trust. Neil Hart, chief executive officer of Burnley FC said:
“We’re pleased to help launch this year’s run and to work with Run for All to encourage more people to take part in this fantastic local event. Once again, runners can help raise funds to support the nonprofit work of Burnley FC in the Community – work that now touches the lives of over 33,000 people every year. I’ll be running for BFCitC this year and we look forward to welcoming new and returning fundraisers to the 2020 team!” Sammi Graham, head of events at Pendleside Hospice said: “We are once again thrilled to be a partner charity in Run For All’s Burnley 10K. We’re very excited for the day… it’s definitely a favourite in our events calendar as it brings the community together whilst supporting great causes and allowing anyone to take part, whether they’re a beginner or expert!” Michelle Grimes, events & partnership manager at Burnley Leisure, said: “Burnley Leisure is delighted to be a partner charity and support the Burnley 10k in 2020. We aim to promote health and well-being across the town and this event is a highlight for local runners. Our runners raise monies that
contribute to our community project's such as our couch to 5k programme, providing school swimming & coaching, youth engagement work and healthy lifestyles sessions.” Attracting runners of all abilities, entrants will follow the same route as previous years with just a change to the start/finish location. Starting at Turf Moor runners will turn onto Todmordon Road before a 2K section through Towneley Park. They will follow the treelined causeway out of the park for a long downhill section along Todmorden Road. The route then levels out to cross Harry Potts Way at Turf Moor and follows Belvedere Road before turning into Thompson Park and taking in the boating lake and Italian Gardens. Runners leave Thompson Park at Queen Victoria Road and head up Queens Park Road into Brun Valley before taking Harry Potts Way to the stadium finish. The event is sponsored by the Asda Foundation, Burnley Borough Council, Burnley FC, Burnley Express, BBC Radio Lancashire, Arla Protein, High5, Motorpoint, Runderwear and Aftershokz. To enter the run go to www. runforall.com
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REPORT: Burnley 1 Tottenham Hotspur 1
Top scorer Chris Wood was back with a bang as the Clarets extended their unbeaten Premier League run to seven games. Wood’s return to the starting line-up for the first time in three weeks brought the striker his 11th goal of the season and another against Tottenham. Unlike in last season’s corresponding fixture this was not to be in a winning cause as the Clarets couldn’t turn a magnificent first-half performance into all three points and movement above Spurs into the top eight. Dele Alli’s second-half penalty stopped the rot for the visitors but Wood, who also scored a point-saving goal against Spurs at Wembley three years ago, made sure Sean Dyche’s men would get
the least they deserved as they moved to within one point of the magical 40 with nine games of the campaign to go. The Clarets had suffered a chastening 5-0 defeat at Tottenham in December but both clubs now find themselves in a different place. And Burnley’s well-being was perfectly illustrated by a superb first-half performance which was up there with anything they’ve produced at Turf Moor this season. Tottenham – who have won away from home just three times since they lost at Burnley just over 12 months ago and were looking to avoid a fifth straight defeat in all competitions – were barely given the chance to draw breath as they struggled to live with the vibrant home side. The Clarets started on the
front foot and simply never let up, peppering the Tottenham penalty area even before they took a 13th-minute lead. Dwight McNeil, in tandem with Charlie Taylor, caused carnage down Spurs’ righthand side and with the Londoners unable to deal with everything he threw at them. Eric Dier’s difficult week continued with a series of poor clearances from a central defensive position, the first of which was met by a Wood thunderbolt which flew just over the bar. Jay Rodriguez saw a header cleared off the line via the underside of the bar and Jack Cork also tested returning Spurs keeper Hugo Lloris before the Clarets did force the breakthrough. Again McNeil was the catalyst and given a second chance to
cross, Dier managed only to get the ball away as far as the edge of the penalty area. Rodriguez’s thundering shot was too fierce for Lloris to hold and the predatory Wood pounced with a tidy finish past the stranded Spurs captain to mark his return to starting duty and 350th appearance in English league football in style. That was the minimum the Clarets merited for their firsthalf domination and Spurs – seemingly with one eye on a Champions League revival mission in Leipzig next Tuesday night – could easily have trailed by more at the break. McNeil forced Lloris into a flying save from a longrange free-kick and Ashley Westwood – forming an outstanding midfield unit
alongside Jack Cork – also dragged an effort just wide as the Clarets didn’t let up. Tottenham’s response was a double change at half-time by manager Jose Mourinho with a switch to a flat back four and a new-look central midfield pairing. And one of those coming on, Giovani Lo Celso, immediately gave Spurs a route back into the game as he broke forward and released Lamela, who was tripped by Ben Mee just inside the penalty area. Alli converted to level the scores before the Clarets thought they should have had a spot-kick themselves when Davinson Sanchez went through the back of Wood – VAR seemingly opting not to take a look. Dyche then made a change of his own and within minutes
of coming on Matej Vydra had a chance to continue his resurgence and put the Clarets back in front. McNeil burst back into action with a lovely run and throughball but rather than shoot, Vydra felt he needed to check back inside where he ran into traffic and the moment was gone. The Clarets had lost their first-half superiority as the re-shaped Tottenham looked a constant threat on the break and Lo Celso, who had made a big difference, also curled an effort only inches wide with 10 minutes to go. But Burnley still had chances of their own to win it, Wood twice again working Lloris, who then saved from Vydra, whose close-range effort on the turn was also partially blocked by Jan Vertonghen. And with McNeil doing his best to spark a decisive late flurry, it was Tottenham hanging on at the end as a stoppage-time corner brought one last block from Wood with the final touch of a cracking game. Burnley: Pope; Bardsley, Tarkowski, Mee, Taylor; Hendrick (Lennon 89), Westwood, Cork, McNeil; Wood, Rodriguez (Vydra 67). Substitutes: Hart, Brownhill, Brady, Pieters, Long. Booked: Taylor, Tarkowski, Cork, Hendrick, Westwood Tottenham: Lloris; Sanchez, Dier, Alderweireld; Tanganga, Skipp (Lo Celso HT), Ndombele (Moura HT), Vertonghen; Lamela (Aurier 77), Alli, Bergwijn. Substitutes: Gazzaniga, Winks, Sessegnon, Fernandes. Booked: Lamela, Sanchez, Bergwijn, Lo Celso Referee: Jon Moss Attendance: 20,496
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