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Are You Aged 40 - 50? Do You Want To Help Monitor The Safety Of The AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccination In The UK?

Local Clean-Up Groups Back Keep Britain Tidy’s Mission With Council Support

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The Covid-19 vaccines have been thoroughly tested to ensure they are safe but, like all new medicines and vaccines, monitoring of their safety must continue once they are approved for use in the whole population.

An ongoing study (link to http://goto.dsru.org/covid) is now proactively collecting real-life information from people aged 40 – 50 who have received the

AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccination.

This online questionnaire study is run by the Drug Safety Research Unit (DSRU) (link to http://www. dsru.org/), an internationally renowned independent research unit which aims to protect patients from unwanted side effects of medicines and vaccines.

The study will recruit at least 15,000 people from across

What information do I need to share?

After vaccination, study participants will be asked to complete an enrolment questionnaire consisting of basic information about the vaccine and their health. Participants will be prompted to complete a questionnaire at intervals for up to 18 months.

The DSRU has studied the safety of many medicines and vaccines for over 40 years and is an independent academic unit and registered charity, not a pharmaceutical the UK. company or government agency.

How can I get involved?

Interested?

Everyone is invited to sign Not yet been vaccinated? Find out more and up (link to: https://osiris.dsru. express your interest now at goto.dsru.org/ org/Study/1/SignUp) to start covid or scan the QR code. the study within 6 weeks Already been vaccinated? If you would like of their first AstraZeneca to take part in the study, vaccination. please sign up at goto.

What if I didn’t feel any side dsru.org/covid or scan effects? the QR code.

People are invited to take part Alternatively, please in the study whether or not call 0800 619 6222 they experience symptoms whether or not you after their vaccination. have been vaccinated.

All Together Different: Exploring Ideas For The New Harris

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Ribble Valley’s ‘Little Gem’ Sculpture Trail Features In New Film

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Free Coronavirus Tests at Three Centres in Ribble Valley

Ribble Valley residents, visitors and workers can now take a free rapid coronavirus (Covid-19) test twice a week.

Alongside the vaccine rollout, regular testing is at the heart of plans to suppress the spread of coronavirus variants.

Everyone in Ribble Valley can now access free, regular, rapid coronavirus tests from the new lateral flow testing centre in Clitheroe and popup centres in Whalley and Longridge.

Rapid testing has so far been available to those most at risk, or who need to leave home for work, including NHS workers, care home staff, teachers and schoolchildren.

Now rapid testing is being

offered to everyone and people are encouraged to take regular tests to help prevent outbreaks.

One in three people with Covid-19 do not have any symptoms and may be spreading the virus without knowing it.

Rapid testing detects cases quickly, meaning those who test positive can isolate immediately.

And since rapid testing was introduced over 120,000 positive cases that would not otherwise have been found have been identified across the UK. Ribble Valley Borough Council leader Stephen Atkinson said: “As we

continue to make good progress on the vaccine programme and with the roadmap to easing restrictions underway, regular rapid testing is even more important to make sure those efforts are not wasted.

“Around one in three people who have Covid-19 show no symptoms and as we return to the new normal regular rapid testing is going to be fundamental in helping us quickly spot positive cases and stop outbreaks.

“Reclaiming our lost freedoms and getting back to normal hinges on us all getting tested regularly.”

Ribble Valley Borough Council’s head of

environmental health, Matt Riding, added: “Lateral flow testing is a simple way to keep yourself, friends, family, colleagues and customers safe.

“Taking a test is quick, easy and free – the tests are painless and you get the result within half an hour.

“They are another tool to help us maintain lower infection rates and I encourage everyone to take up the offer of these free rapid tests.”

The lateral flow testing centre in Clitheroe is based at the Council Offices car park in Church Walk. It is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 4pm and Saturdays from 10am to 2pm.

Pop-up centres operate at Longridge Civic Hall on Tuesdays and Fridays from noon to 6pm and Whalley Village Hall on Tuesdays from 9am to 4pm.

As well as getting tested onsite, you can also collect up to two boxes containing seven testing kits each for use in the home or workplace.

Plans To Boost School Places Revealed Proposals to give a huge boost to school places in an in-demand part of Lancashire have been unveiled.

The plans suggest introducing 210 new primary school places at Ribblesdale High School in Clitheroe to meet the demand expected from the new housing development on Higher Standen Farm on Pendle Road, which is now being built.

The proposals will be considered at next week's

Cabinet meeting and, if approved, could see the places go live from September 2023.

County Councillor Jayne Rear, cabinet member for education and skills, who will be presenting the report to cabinet, said: "These exciting plans would see more than 200 new primary school places created to help meet the demand from the housing development.

"They set out what could be done to provide much-needed

places for new and existing families in the area as well as complementing the fantastic provision already available in the area. If approved we will ask the public what they think before moving forward."

The council ran a consultation on an initial proposal for a new school between December 2020 and January 2021. An alternative option to increase the age range of Ribblesdale High School, which would see it cater for primary as well

as secondary school pupils, was put forward.

This is now the preferred option and cabinet is being asked to approve a further consultation on the new proposal at its meeting on Thursday 10 June.

It is also being recommended to progress with design and procurement exercises for the project and approve the estimated costs identified in the report.

Primary pupils would be taught separately to the secondary school in a new building on Higher Standen Farm. However, it would be part of Ribblesdale School making it an 'allthrough school' for pupils aged between 4 and 16.

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Local Clean-Up Groups Back Keep Britain Tidy’s Mission With Council Support

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In the past 12 months, people have relied on the places close to home. The local park or green space has provided a place to exercise, play and escape.

Now, the council has pledged its support by asking everyone to do their bit and help clear up the litter that can blight these much-loved places and help the charity achieve a million miles of litter-picking.

This year's campaign comes as the charity has reported a massive increase in the number of people who have started litter-picking during the various lockdowns.

It has seen the number of #LitterHeroes grow by a third in less than 12 months.

Councillor Liam O'Rourke, cabinet member for environment and facilities, said: "We are fully supporting this year's Great British Spring Clean and have seen a superb response already – smashing previous targets, with more activities planned over the coming days.

"We supplied litter picking equipment to 50 volunteers in Norden who collected over 100 bags of rubbish; 5 car tyres; a car door and even a fridge freezer over the bank holiday weekend.

Plus, an additional 80 volunteers from Wardle and Smithy Bridge scout groups rolled up their sleeves to help the cause, amongst many others across the borough.

"Our parks, open spaces and horticultural services are recognised as some of the best in the UK – that's testament to our teams; residents, local businesses and volunteers who make such a massive impact all year round - you're our everyday litter heroes."

Keep Britain Tidy Chief Executive Allison OgdenNewton, said: "The Great British Spring Clean would not be possible without the support of local authorities, including Rochdale Borough Council.

"We have all spent a lot more time in our local area in the past year and have come to realise just how important our local park or green space

is for our mental and physical health.

"We need to care for these spaces and the Great British Spring Clean is an opportunity for everyone to take a small action that, collectively, can make a big difference.

"Whether you commit to doing 5 minutes or 5 hours, every single pledge will help us reach our million-mile target and clear many tonnes of litter pollution from our environment."

Rochdale borough has 2,220 km of footpaths and 684 hectares of parks to keep clean, so everyone is encouraged to play their part and make a pledge to pick.

In 2019, the charity reported that more than half a million #LitterHeroes collected just under a million bags of litter, weighing around 4,308 tons – will 2021 be even bigger?

Litter picking kits are available from the council and picked waste can be collected by arrangement.

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We thought do we really want to be another online antique shop, we decided to become an auctioneer instead and we have never looked back. We run a timed world wide Auction for 7 days once a month starting every 3rd-10th we sell gold , silver , pictures , pottery , clocks and watches , bronzes and antique & collectables and much more .We charge 18% commission on hammer price with no VAT and ship out world wide using royal mail services.

We have been auctioneering for 10 months now and attracting a lot of clientele every month. We like to

provide quality items at great prices. We do not believe in reserves, we believe people should be able to bid with confidence and the highest bidder will not have an invisible reserve to meet.

Other services we run alongside the auction are buying ,selling ,free valuations , home visits , probate clearances , bereavement clearances and liquidations. We offer cash now or take to auction service.

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All Together Different: Exploring Ideas For The New Harris The Harris recently received the fantastic news it was successful in fundraising for a major refurbishment and re-display of the building.

All Together Different is a new exhibition that will test out ideas for how the Harris might look in the future.

Local people and local communities have been working with the Harris to tell a wider range of stories and how the Harris can display their collections in new ways. This includes changing the way it tells stories and by bringing its collections of art, history and books together, to make it better and more welcoming for everyone.

Different community groups, including the Harris LGBTQ+ Group and members of Preston's African Caribbean community, have worked with the Harris to see how this can be achieved and how to better represent their experiences.Councillor Peter Kelly, Cabinet member for Culture and Arts said: "Local people have been working with us to tell a wider range of stories and

display our collections differently to see how we can make the Harris better together. This is a great opportunity to test out new ideas and find ways we can improve. People are being

invited to give their feedback on what they think of the new ideas to help shape the new Harris." The exhibition is free. Visitors will need to book a time slot to visit the Harris and the exhibition

through the Harris website.

• Do you have a story you'd like the Harris to explore?

• What are your hopes for the future of the Harris?

• How should the Harris explore Britain's global

history?

Share your thoughts on how the Harris can be altogether different • Visit the exhibition and leave your thoughts and ideas on the specially designed

feedback walls. Plan your visit • Visit the The Harris - All Together Different and leave feedback using the survey links or use our social media channels

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Chance For Young People’s Bright Ideas To Be Funded

Young people from across the borough can now apply for grants of up to £2,000 from the council's Youth Opportunity Fund.

The fund is for young people aged 8–19 to fund projects that give young people somewhere to go, something to do or someone to talk to.

The fund was established after councillors suggested money from the Manchester Airport dividend should be

invested in the borough's young people. The airport dividend comes from profits made by the airport and is split between all councils in Greater Manchester as they are part owners of the region's major air transport hub.

'We're proud of our investment into delivering activities that young people want to see and that they will get most benefit out of'

Assistant cabinet member for children's services and education, Councillor Elsie Wraighte, said: "The Youth Opportunity Fund is a fantastic resource for young people to access.

We're proud of our investment into delivering activities that young people want to see and that they will get most benefit out of. They have such wonderful ideas and we're looking forward to seeing people come forward with their submissions for us to fund."

Funding ideas might be around sporting activities, Duke of Edinburgh Award expeditions or summer activity programmes but they will need to take into account coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions.

Applications need to demonstrate how their project will provide realistic, well thought out and achievable outcomes, which should help improve and support

young people's mental health, resilience and wellbeing and provide additional activities for young people, aged 8–19.

Previous rounds have seen gardening projects, summer holiday activities and residential trips funded for young people to enjoy.

As part of the fund, the council will involve young people in the planning, delivery and evaluation process.

Applications will be judged by a panel made up of young people from the children's council, youth council and the youth service who will be supported by the council's youth workers and finance staff.

The summer round of funding is open now.

More on the Youth Opportunity Fund and how to apply http://www.rochdale. gov.uk/youthopportunityfund Deadline for applications: 5pm, Wednesday, 30 June 2021.

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Plans Revealed For New Cameras To Keep Bus Lanes Clear New bus lane enforcement cameras are planned in Accrington, Burnley and Lancaster.

The council is proposing to install cameras in four new locations to ensure existing bus lane restrictions are respected by drivers, with buses able to use them as intended to provide a reliable service for passengers.

County Councillor Charlie Edwards, cabinet member for highways and transport, said: "As we promote cleaner modes of transport, we have to support our bus network and that includes ensuring the bus lanes are safe and clear.

"We already have cameras in place to enforce bus lanes in a number of locations in Lancashire where they have been shown to be successful in discouraging drivers from abusing the bus lanes and making sure they're clear

for the buses to use.

"These new proposals are for further locations where we're looking to ensure the traffic priorities put in place to improve journeys by public transport are respected, helping to make sure bus services are on time and reliable for the passengers who depend on them."

The proposals are made in a report being considered at the council's cabinet meeting on Thursday 10 June which outlines the result of public consultations on the legal orders needed to enforce the bus lanes at Church Street in Burnley, Whalley Road and King Street in Accrington, and North Road in Lancaster.

If the changes to traffic regulations are approved by councillors, work to introduce the bus lane enforcement cameras will take place later this year.

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Ribble Valley’s ‘Little Gem’ Sculpture Trail Features In New Film One of Ribble Valley’s most successful cultural projects described as a ‘little gem’ by an international travel website is the subject of a new short film.

The Ribble Valley Sculpture Trail, situated along 1.5 miles of woodland and flowerrich grassland between Brungerley Park and Cross Hill Quarry in Clitheroe, was started in 1993, with the wood carving, Two Heads in a Tree, by Thompson Dagnall.

It now features 22 unique artworks reflecting the borough’s environment and heritage from some of the best artists in the UK, including the famous Sika Deer crafted in stainless steel

by Clitheroe sculptor Clare Bigger and six ceramic pieces

by Halima Cassell, whose distinctive geometricallypatterned work enjoys an international reputation.

The trail was the first sculpture trail in Lancashire and is now one of Ribble Valley’s most popular visitor attractions.

And now it is the subject of a short film produced

by Ribble Valley Borough Council and Tom Pope of Tepee Creative that is going viral on social media.

Ribble Valley Borough Council’s arts development officer, Katherine Rodgers, said: “The aim of the sculpture trail was to make art accessible and create a free cultural activity that encouraged people to enjoy Brungerley Park, explore the outdoors and keep fit, and engage with the natural beauty of the area and its wildlife.

“The trail now features the work of several artists, who have gone on to enjoy international careers and critical acclaim, and attracts visitors from far and wide.

“Now, partly due to the pandemic, people are enjoying the outdoors more than ever and we have made this film to raise awareness about this fabulous trail for residents and visitors to enjoy in a stunning riverside setting.”

The Ribble Valley Sculpture Trail skirts the River Ribble and, as well as dramatic views of the Forest of Bowland, you can routinely spot kingfishers, herons, salmon, sandpipers, otters and bats.

It has many enthusiastic followers and is described on travel website TripAdvisor as a ‘little gem’.

Studies show that 57 per cent of people now go on more walks or walk for longer than they did before the pandemic.

A walk can improve your mood, is good for your physical health and you can discover something new on your doorstep that you wouldn't have previously found.

And with continuing

uncertainty around international travel, Ribble Valley has found itself at the centre of a staycation boom, with much of the borough’s accommodation already booked for the summer.

Staycations offer a safe and secure holiday, and the opportunity to explore attractions, such as the Ribble Valley Sculpture Trail, closer to home.

The Ribble Valley Sculpture Trail film can be viewed at ribblevalley.gov.uk and Ribble Valley Borough Council’s YouTube channel.

A trail leaflet is available from the Platform Gallery and Visitor Information Centre on 01200 425566 or platform.gallery@ ribblevalley.gov.uk.

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Latest Measures To Drive Down Covid In Bury

Extra support to carry out Covid vaccinations and testing is coming to Bury to drive down the increasing rate of coronavirus infection.

Bury, along with the whole of Greater Manchester, has been put into an Enhanced Response Area by the Government today.

It also means that residents are being advised to minimise travel out of the area, similar to the advice given to Bolton a fortnight ago. People are also being advised to take extra care when meeting people outside of their household or support bubble.

The latest infection rate for Bury is 188 per 100,000 people, or 360 new cases in the last seven days, which is double what it was one week ago. The rate is increasing in all neighbourhoods in the borough, and is now the tenth highest in England.

The new help will include having a rapid response team, and the ability to request help from the military and agencies such as the police, who could help to enforce the rules and to support spot checks at workplaces to

ensure they are Covid-safe.

It will also help Bury to carry out mass testing of pupils in schools, which has started today.

Bury recommended to its high schools several weeks ago that face masks should continue to be worn in class – and this is now the Government’s official advice.

Councillor Andrea Simpson, cabinet member for health and wellbeing, said: “We been calling on this extra support for the last two weeks, given that our infection rate has been rising.

“We simply must stop this virus spreading, and we all need to play our part – the last thing anyone wants is

another lockdown.

“Go for your vaccination when you are invited, and return for your second dose.

Get tested regularly so that we can quickly identify infection hot spots, and selfisolate if you get a positive result. “And continue to follow the guidance: face, space, hands, fresh air.”

She added: “We are making tremendous progress on vaccinations. Around 115,000 Bury people have had their first jab, and 83,000 have now had two jabs, which is more than half of the adult population.

“We’ve also been out doorknocking at 4,000-plus households in targeted parts

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of Bury, encouraging them to get vaccinated and tested, and this should help us reach even more parts of our borough.”

• Pop-up Covid jab clinics a huge success – and there are more to come More walk-in Covid vaccination clinics will be set up in the coming few days following the success of last weekend’s pop-up sites.

More than 1,000 people came to the Elizabethan Suite, Prestwich Walk-in Centre and the Noor Ul Islam Mosque in Bury to receive their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine.

Details of the new clinics will be released as soon as possible.

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Extended Opening Hours For Libraries Bury libraries are extending their opening hours to allow more time for borrowers to access them. All four branches in Bury, Radcliffe, Prestwich and Ramsbottom have the following opening hours: • Tuesdays - 10am to noon and 1pm to 4pm • Wednesdays - 10am to noon and 1pm to 4pm • Thursdays - 1pm to 4pm and 5pm to 7pm • Fridays - 10am to noon and 1pm to 4pm In order to maintain social distancing, each library will only be able to allow a limited number of people in at any one time.

Customers will be greeted at the library entrance by a member of staff who will explain the procedures for browsing.

Customers will be asked to sanitise their hands on entry and it is compulsory to wear a face covering when visiting the library; customers will also need to provide contact details for the Test and Trace programme. All returned items will be quarantined

for 72 hours before returning to the library shelves. All libraries will continue to offer the Order & Collect service.

Launched last year, this service enables customers to choose their books online and pick them up when they are ready. To use the Order and Collect service contact your local library or go to www. bury.gov.uk/orderbooks.

Limited public access to computers is also available at all libraries - to book a session, contact the library directly.

During the pandemic there has been a substantial increase in the use of online library services, and these will continue to be offered. For details of the e-book, e-audio and e-magazine services visit https://www.bury.gov.uk/ index.aspx?articleid=15336 For youngsters, libraries also offer online Rhyme Time and Story Time sessions via their Facebook page – see https:// www.facebook.com/ BuryLibraries/

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New Station Building And Car Park Extension For Lea Green Rail Station Confirmed A new station building and additional car parking spaces will be built at Lea Green rail station in St Helens thanks to Combined Authority (CA) funding as part of wider plans to encourage people to use more sustainable modes of transport. The CA has been working with St Helens Borough Council and Northern to develop proposals for the Eastern Region Interchange and Connectivity (ERIC) scheme and is investing £14.8m from its Transforming Cities Fund (TCF). The ERIC scheme includes a number of upgrades at Lea Green station which, since 2018 has seen more services stop at the station, offering more opportunities to travel across the UK, and the surrounding area: • A new station building with better passenger facilities including a waiting room • Doubling the capacity for

park and ride at the station to 450 spaces • Creating dedicated pedestrian and cycling routes connecting nearby residential, leisure and employment areas.

• Making changes to the Bull & Dog junction to make it easier to use on foot and by cycle.

Proposals for the Bull and Dog junction include the City Region’s first CYCLOPS (Cycle Optimised Protected Signals) junction, which are designed to enable pedestrians, cyclists and motorists to use a junction at the same time in a safe way.

Feedback and comments from residents, local businesses, and anyone connected to Lea Green railway station, submitted as part of a public consultation that closed in February, will help shape final designs.

This news follows an announcement just last week

from the Combined Authority confirming a £9.8m TCF investment into improving accessibility at five rail stations on the city region network.

All these schemes are part of a wider vision to make the region’s rail network the most accessible in the country. Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram said: “Devolution offers us the opportunity to do things differently. When I was elected, I made it a priority to improve our local transport network to make it easier, quicker and more affordable for local people. “That’s why we’ve invested nearly £15m in and around Lea Green station to improve the facilities and make it a much better place for travellers and cyclists alike.

“I’m also developing wider plans for a London-style transport network, with tap-in contactless payments,

CCTV Appeal Following Theft Of Car In St Helens Detectives investigating theft from a car in St Helens have released an image of a man they want to trace. At around 10.10am yesterday morning (Monday 7 June) it was reported that an unknown offender had broken into a grey Peugeot 208 parked on Sutton Brook Close and stolen a purse containing bank cards. It is believed that the incident happened between 11pm on Sunday night and 3.30am on Monday morning. ollowing enquiries, it was discovered the bank cards have since been used for in-store transactions.

Detective Inspector Jackie Guinness said: “We are very keen to speak to this man, as we believe he could have valuable information about this incident which would help our enquiries. “While contactless technology is convenient and generally safe, there is the risk that if

your card is stolen or lost it can be used or passed on to use for purchases without needing a PIN. If you spot any suspicious activity with your card or bank account, please report it to police immediately."

If you recognise the man pictured, or have any information, contact Merseyside Police social media desk via Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’.

You can also call 101 quoting incident reference 315 of 07/06 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their website here: https:// crimestoppers-uk. org/give-information/ forms/give-informationanonymously

fare caps and better buses and trains. We’re using devolution to take greater control over local transport and run it in the interests of its users.” Councillor Andy Bowden, St Helens Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Environment & Transport, said: “We’re always looking to make active travel like walking and cycling an easier option - particularly for shorter trips - and will encourage longer commutes by rail at the upgraded train station, so securing this funding is a positive step forward.“Our intention is to make sure this scheme is fit for the future by planning in future development of nearby brownfield sites so that sustainable travel is built in from the start of developments to help create healthy habits from the beginning.” Chris Jackson, Regional Director at Northern, said: “Our priority

is always to make sure stations are safe, accessible and welcoming places for our customers.

“This is why we were delighted to work in partnership with Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and St Helens council on this project.

“We are transforming our network to give customers better journeys and the improvements at our car parks will ensure those journeys begin and end in a more pleasant environment.

“We’ve made great strides with enhancements, large and small, across our entire network. Our new ‘A Better Way to Go’ campaign demonstrates the hard work that has taken place as we continue to transform rail travel in the north.”

Simon O’Brien, Liverpool City Region Walking & Cycling Commissioner “Cycling and walking is

great for air quality and the environment, and brilliant for our physical and mental health and wellbeing. But we shouldn’t just think of walking or getting on our bikes as exercise – it’s also a great way to get around.

“In my role as Liverpool City Region Cycling and Walking Commissioner I have seen many proposals for encouraging people leave the car at home and I can safely say the new improvements to Lea Green station and surrounding network are the best I have seen. A gold standard development, raising the bar for all future such plans throughout the region. With the support of the Metro Mayor and Combined Authority, St Helens Borough Council is giving everyone in the area the opportunity to think differently about how to commute and get about in our everyday lives. Fantastic”

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KTWO Improve Trailer Silage Sides

To Increase Versatility And Longevity Ktwo are a leading British manufacturer of farming machinery and are focused on continually improving their product range to maximise versatility and longevity, recently with their new agricultural trailer silage sides design.

Ktwo have always invested heavily in their product design and have increased their design engineering team by three in the last year alone. They are continuing to focus on product innovation based on customer feedback, precision, efficiency, and the most up-to-date technology.

Ktwo trailer silage sides are designed to give farmers the flexibility with materials without needing to increase their trailer fleet.

The new and improved silage sides have been designed to ensure there are no external ledges, reducing any spillage of product onto the road to improve efficiency and road safety.

Ktwo’s Roadeo Curve Trailer range has a unique body design built from a single sheet of high tensile steel for increased strength and a lower nett weight. The new silage sides have been improved to follow the Curve’s strength in its design and build quality. The silage sides have an increased side thickness from 2mm to 3mm to improve rigidity and longevity. ‘’Our silage sides are fully welded to improve quality. This allows for an excellent paint finish and product longevity.’’

Explains Chris Gordon, Design Manager. ‘’The new silage sides have no external lip so when loading there is no risk of product remaining on the outside of the trailer.”

Ktwo have made further improvements in the rear trailer posts to improve fitment and making it easier

to take the sides on and off.

Coupled with the new Ktwo Roadeo Curve Trailer front window which gives increased visibility and the removable front ladder, Ktwo trailers are now more versatile then ever before to ensure maximum efficiency.

The new design also features the bold Ktwo logo cut into the front panel of the silage sides which really makes the new design standout.

The first Ktwo Roadeo Curve Trailers with the new and improved silage side designs have left the factory and are being very well received by customers.

For more information on Ktwo visit: www.ktwo.co.uk

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Friday Night Is Walking Night!

Get your boots on and enjoy a new series of Friday Evening Countryside Walks led by Greenmount Village Community Walking Group.

Organised in conjunction with Bury Council Sport and Activity Service, these fourmile circular walks start at 6.15pm and finish at 8.30pm.

• 25 June:Greenmount/Old Kays/Two Brooks. Start/ finish: opposite the Hub Café, Greenmount • 2 July: Greenmount/ Redisher Wood, Peel Tower.

Meet on green space behind Greenmount Church • 9 July:Nuttall Park, Grants Tower. Meet at Nuttall Park • 16 July:Jumbles, Turton

Tower, Chapeltown. Meet at Jumbles car park • 23 July:Kirklees Valley, Summerseat, Woodhey.

Meet opposite the Hub Café, Greenmount.

• 30 July:Helmshore, Grane Valley, Mary’s Wood. Meet at Helmshore Textile Museum car park.

• 6 Aug: Bradshaw Valley, Affetside. Meet at Jumbles car park • 13 Aug:Hawkshaw, Roger Worthington’s Grave. Meet on the green space behind Greenmount Church.

• 20 Aug:Turton Tower/ Cheetham Close/Egerton.

Meet at Turton Tower car park.

The Greenmount group is also running a number of Monday and Wednesday walks: short ones (about six miles) and longer walks of nearer 12 miles.

The short walks take place on 21 June, 12 July and 9 August, and take in areas including Peel Tower, Affetside, Higher Stubbins and Holcombe Brook.

The longer walks will be on 23 June, 5 July, 21 July and 2 August, and walkers will visit locations including Scout Moor, Owd Betts, Helmshore and Haslingden, and to Grants Tower and Stone Fold.

The series includes a linear

walk on 11 August along the first section of the Saxon Pilgrims’ Way from Whalley to Haslingden.

For more information on all these walks, www. westpennineway.org

Walkers are advised to wear appropriate outdoor clothing and hiking boots, and rain will not stop play! The walks include stiles and steep inclines, and no dogs are allowed.

To keep everyone safe, walkers are also asked to give their name, number, and emergency contact to the walk leader, and any medical information that the leader needs to be aware of.

Have Your Say On The Local Cycling And Walking Plan Blackburn with Darwen Council’s local cycling and walking plan (LCWP) is now online for residents to review.

Walking and cycling has been identified as a way people can improve community health and environment.

Working together across the Council to bring expertise from public health, wellbeing and highways teams, the LCWP is now available for public consultation.

Blackburn with Darwen’s Executive Member for Wellbeing, Cllr Damian Talbot said: “The plan we’ve designed is a fantastic vision for the borough. Increasing

the amount we walk and cycle for leisure and travel has been identified as a way to improve the health and environment of communities.”

Blackburn with Darwen’s Executive Member for Growth and Development, Cllr Phil Riley said: “It’s wonderful that we have this plan to enable more families and individuals to increase everyday activity. Many of our daily journeys are less than two miles, and this plan will detail the ways in which the council aims to help increase walking and cycling uptake in the borough over the coming years.”

Have your say The council would now like to hear the views and opinions of residents in Blackburn with Darwen on the plan: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/ e/1FAIpQLSfPYtFuuWmXwLjFvsGniLv3jrSGwZSUWhyINlZUltgTgMtfQ/viewform

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The Devil’s Porridge Museum

The Devil’s Porridge Museum tells a secret history of a nation on the brink of defeat and the role of women in war.

This 5 star, award winning

heritage attraction shines a light on an unknown aspect of World War One history and tells the story of the greatest factory on earth at that time.

It employed 30,000 people, 12,000 of them women and here they mixed the devil’s porridge, an explosive mixture which went inside every single bullet and shell used in the First World War. Their work was difficult and dangerous but there was a social side

to working here too with a woman’s football team, cinemas, dances, maternity units and the largest Women’s Police Force in Britain at that time.

The Museum offers a great day out to its visitors. It is fully accessible with a lift and there is ample coach parking. Group entry rates are available and the café provides delicious, homecooked food and cakes at reasonable prices.

The Museum is known for the warm welcome it offers (read its online reviews to find out for yourself how highly rated it is).

Every possible measure has been taken to make your visit safe and enjoyable during the pandemic and online booking is recommended.

People came from all over the world to build HM Factory Gretna and mix the devil’s porridge, why not unlock the secret and pay a visit to this unique attraction?

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A Beginner’s Guide To The Barbecue

Now that it’s officially summer, it’s time to get outside and grill. What’s that? You’re new to grilling?

You’re afraid to light a barbecue?

Well, have no fear. It’s not as complicated as it looks. For those just finding their way around a grill, we’ll follow up with some of the first steps to throwing some food on the barbie. And for those who are already all fired up, we’ve got some ideas ready to go, as well as a slew of barbecue tips and tricks. And even if outdoor grilling isn’t

an option, try indoor grilling!

Get Your Grill On! (How to Use your Barbecue) • If you’re using a charcoal grill, empty the ashes from your last grilling session.

• Both types of grills need to be pre-heated before you start cooking. Gas grills turn on easily (make sure the lid is open while you’re lighting the grill!), To light your charcoal grill, you’ll need a chimney starter. Please don’t light your charcoal with lighter fluid! It seems like a quick fix, but it can make your food taste “chemical.”

Let the gas grill heat up for at least 10 minutes, and your charcoal grill for at least 20.

• After your grill is preheated, use a brass-wire brush to scrape the charred goo and gunk off of the grate. You’ll need to give it a good scrape at the beginning of grilling season. Then, during grilling season, a quick brush before and after grilling should do. After you grill your last meal for the summer or fall, leave the grease on the grate to prevent rusting over the winter. (If you don’t have one of those brushes, you can use some aluminum foil to do the trick!)

• Once your grill is clean, oil the grate by grabbing an oiled paper towel with some long tongs, and wiping it over the bars. You’ll need to use an oil with a high smoking temperature, like canola oil.

• Now that your grill is hot and the grate is clean, your food won’t stick to it as much, and you’re likely to get those classic grill lines!

What to grill Sure, everyone knows steaks and burgers can go on the grill, but did you know that it’s also great for sandwiches and pizza? Here’s a list of ideas to get you started.

• Truly GRILLED grilled cheese.

• Vegetables are easy to grill, just pick your favorite vegetable and give it a try!

• Or try vegetable kebabs if you prefer yours on a stick.

• Corn on the cob comes with its own “packet”… the husk!

It’s perfect for throwing on the grill, once you have these simple directions!

• Grilled sweet onions wrapped in bacon would make a great appetizer or party food.

• Grilled pizza doesn’t have to be complicated!

• Beef tenderloin sandwiches with a garlic mayonnaise topper sound like a great lunch for a lazy summer day.

• Pork chops and caramelized onions are simple to make on your grill!

• Grilled Teriyaki Beef Kabobs are seriously tasty, especially if you make your own teriyaki sauce! Yum! • Salmon is a firm fish with a naturally high fat content – perfect for grilling. Leaving the skin on during grilling protects the flesh from overcooking and falling apart. • Who can resist Classic Baby Back Ribs!

Barbecue Tips and Tricks • To avoid losing juices during turning, always flip your meat or vegetables using tongs or a spatula, rather than a fork.

• Try to limit the flips.

Ideally, you should flip each item once during the grilling process.

• Whatever you do, don’t press down on burgers or chicken (or anything) with a spatula while they’re grilling!

This squeezes out the juices and once they’re gone … they’re gone! If you’re bored and need something to do with your hands, learn to juggle (but not too close to

the grill, please!).

• For great smoky flavor, soak some wood chips (hickory, oak, or other hardwoods but not treated lumber!) in water for a while, then throw them onto your charcoal and cover the grill, or if you’re using gas, put them into your smoker box following the manufacturer’s instructions.

• To infuse grilled foods with herb essence, toss herbs directly onto the charcoal while you’re grilling. Or, if you’re using a gas grill, soak the herbs in water, and place them on the grate before putting your food on top of them.

• If you want to baste your meat or vegetables, save this step for last. That way the sugars in ,your marinade or sauce won’t have time to caramelize or burn.

• If this all sounds too complicated, or if it’s raining or cold outdoors, you can grill indoors with a contact grill or use a grill pan.

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Lake District Ranked As Highest-Placed UK Destination On Lonely Planet’s ‘Top 500 Ultimate Travel List’

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The prestigious international travel guide has ranked hundreds of what it calls “unmissable global travel experiences”, with the National Park sitting at number 40 – the highest of the UK’s 34 recommendations, with Hadrian’s Wall listed as the UK’s 13th most essential destination.

Described as “the definitive wish-list of the 500 most thrilling, memorable and interesting travel experiences in the world – ranked in order of brilliance”, with almost half of the guide’s recommendations being outdoors or wildlife experiences, its authors say the list reflects “a growing desire from travellers to experience the natural world”.

Managing Director of Cumbria Tourism, Gill Haigh, says, “We’re thrilled to see that both of Cumbria’s World Heritage Sites have made this amazing list, with The Lake District topping the UK’s tally of 34 ‘must visit’ destinations, alongside the equally important Hadrian’s Wall. As one of the world’s mosttrusted travel guides, Lonely Planet’s acknowledgement of both of Cumbria’s World Heritage Sites speaks volumes for the region and is also a timely boost for our #theperfectplacetobe

recovery campaign, which we launched to help the entire tourism and hospitality sector get back on its feet after a very difficult 2020.

“Our wide open spaces provide the perfect environment for a visit based around relaxation, health and wellbeing, while our culture and arts sectors are among the best in the world thanks to famous writers with a Lake District connection such as Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth.

As the Lake District is also the home of England’s deepest lake and highest mountain, opportunities for adventure are endless, and we also boast the highest number of Michelin stars anywhere north of London – making Cumbria a true food-lover’s paradise. “Of course, there’s so much more to Cumbria than just The Lake District and Hadrian’s Wall. The

whole county is a fantastic all-year-round destination with more than 100 miles of stunning coastline, the city of Carlisle, England’s highest town of Alston, and towns and villages wrapped around Morecambe Bay, just to name a few other highlights which makes Cumbria #theperfectplacetobe.

At a time when awareness of our visitor-offer is more important than ever, we can’t understate the value of Lonely Planet’s recognition highly enough.”

Last year, Lonely Planet ambassador and ‘Trailblazer’ Chloe Gunning highlighted the county as one of her favourite places to visit thanks to a successful partnership with Cumbria Tourism.

Better known to her online community as ‘Wanderlust Chloe’, she spent three days travelling by foot and eBike in the Eden Valley as part of

the organisation’s sustainable travel campaign.

Commenting on Cumbria’s doubleinclusion on Lonely Planet’s list, Chloe says, “It’s no surprise to see the Lake District as the highest placed destination in the UK. It has it all.

Beautiful landscapes, lots of great activities and a top food scene too. I’ve adored my trips to the region, and when people ask me where to visit in the UK, it’s one of the places I recommend most of all. I can’t wait to visit again soon!”

For more information about visiting the Lake District, Cumbria, visit: www. visitlakedistrict.com

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Lake district walks

The Lake District is one huge adventure playground, providing gentle countryside ambles and more serious high level challenges.

Whichever path you take, you’ll have much more fun if you plan properly beforehand.

PLAY IT SAFE Decide your route carefully and make sure you have enough time to get back in daylight.

Darkness can quickly descend, so it’s also a good idea to pack a torch, just in case. Before you leave, tell someone where you’re going and when you expect to return.

THINK OF OTHERS When planning your day, bear in mind your own capabilities and those of all the others in your group.

During your work, be prepared to cut it short if conditions become too difficult or a member of your party begins to struggle.

WEAR THE RIGHT GEAR Take appropriate clothing,

equipment, food and drink and a first aid kit. Boots, warm, windproof, waterproof clothing, a hat and gloves and some spare warm clothes plus a rucksac are all essential.

Regardless of the season.

BEWARE THE WATER If you’re thinking of going for a paddle, be careful, many tarns and lakes shelve deeply, and the water’s chilly even in

high summer.

FOLLOW THE COUNTRYSIDE CODE • Be safe, plan ahead and follow any signs • Leave gates and property as you find them • Protect plants and animals, and take your litter home.

• Keep dogs under close control • Consider other people

Tarn Hows Circular Walk Route details Difficulty : Easy Time (approx): 1 hour Distance: 2 miles (3.2km) Dog issues: None OS Explorer map OL7 The English Lakes South Eastern Area

This walk is very popular all year round.

It begins with a walk through lovely oak woodland where there is a series of small and pretty waterfalls before

reaching Tarn Hows, the family favourite water feature in the Lake District.

The walk then weaves on paths close to the tarn on a full circular with more woodland sections interspersed with open fell giving access to views of the whole tarn.

You will be lucky to have this walk to yourself as it is very much loved by many.

1. Start: Tarn Hows Car Park. From the car park, cross the road and take the left hand

fork following the track down to the lake side. Pass through the gate and continue on the track in a clockwise direction around the Tarn.

2. Follow the track as it continues around the Tarn to a point where a path crosses the main route. Continue straight ahead around the tarn and back to the car park if a level surfaced path is required.

Otherwise to extend the walk and take in good views, pass through the gate to the

left of the track and proceed uphill to an upper track. Continue on this track in the direction signposted to Consiton, Hawkshead and Old Car Park until reaching the Viewing Car Park. Note this extension is unsuitable for mobility scooters and pushchairs.

3. From the car park cross the road and pass through the gate

Stickle Tarn trail Route Details Difficulty : Challenging Time : 2 hours Distance : 1.9 miles (3km) Terrain : Steep, well defined, stone pitched path with some short easy scrambling sections Starting Point : Stickle Ghyll Car Park OS Explorer Map OL6

The steep path from the Sticklebarn pub follows Stickle Ghyll all the way up the valley side giving plenty of excuses to take a breather and wonder at the dramatic waterfalls and rock pools cut into mountainside and the striking views across the valley towards Lingmoor.

1. Leave from the top end of the car park and head through a wooden gate behind Sticklebarn. You'll then pass between some stone walls on the left and a bird feeding station to the right. The stone walls are part of the remains of a fulling mill which was built here in 1453 to clean and felt wool. The mill would have been powered by water wheel using water diverted

from Stickle Ghyll (you can still see a channel further up the path on the left which would have provided water).

2. The trail very quickly heads uphill along a well defined path. An enormous amount of work has been done over the years repairing this much used path. The majority of the route is constructed using a technique called stone pitching.

3. The trail continues onwards and inevitably upwards. The scenery is dramatic so take every opportunity to pause, catch your breath and take in the views.

4. After a while you'll approach a wooden footbridge over the stream.

This is the location of the Stickle Ghyll hydro-electric scheme that is helping the National Trust in its aim to become a greener organisation.

5. Once you're over the footbridge you'll start to gain height fairly rapidly as the path becomes steeper and, in places, turns into short scrambles over rocky outcrops. Eventually, as the top ridge comes into view you'll cross back over the stream on to its left side.

6. A few minutes later as you come over the final rise, you'll see the rewarding sight of Stickle Tarn below the stunning backdrop of Harrison

Stickle and Pavey Ark. These summits together with Pike O' Stickle once formed part of the outer rim of a massive volcano.

7. Stick around for a while and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of Stickle Tarn. It's a great spot to dangle your bare feet in the water before retracing your steps back down the same path to your start point.

following a footpath across the field, keeping the Tarn to the right hand side.

This path can be muddy in bad weather.

An alternative is to follow the road back towards the main car park.

4. Continue on the track as it passes downhill and up again before descending back through a gate into to the main car park.

CHECK THE WEATHER! The Lake District weather can change rapidly and conditions on the tops can be very different from those in the valleys.

So check out the forecast in advance by calling the Lake District National Park Authority’s Weatherline service on 0844 846 2444 IN AN EMERGENCY Ring the police and give a description of the incident and it’s location. Keep injured or exhausted people safe and warm until help reaches you.

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Plan Ahead Before Visiting Snowdonia

Gwynedd Council is urging motorists to plan their visits in advance. This follows numerous examples of irresponsible parking in the Pen y Pass area of Snowdonia over the weekend.

Councillor Gareth Griffith, Gwynedd Council Cabinet Member for Environment said: “Over the weekend, Gwynedd Council staff worked with colleagues from North Wales Police and Snowdonia National Park to deal with a significant number of parking offences in the Penypass area.

“Motorists who ignore parking restrictions on these narrow mountain roads are endangering other drivers, cyclists and pedestrians and cause serious access issues for emergency service vehicles.

“The Council’s parking enforcement team issued over 180 fixed penalty notices to motorists at Penypass on Sunday.

“We would urge motorists to plan their visit in advance before they set-off, to check the Snowdonia National Park website which offers regular updates of when their car-parks are full and to make use of the numerous car parks at Llanberis and Nant Peris.

“We would also strongly recommend that visitors use the regular Sherpa bus service which links all the main Snowdon car parks with the various summit paths.

By doing so, they will be reducing the volume of traffic for the benefit of local residents and visitors to the area as well as avoiding an unnecessary fixed penalty.

“As a Council, we are discussing the weekend incidents with partners from North Wales Police and Snowdonia National Park and considering if any further steps can be taken to prevent dangerous and illegal parking in this area.”

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Yorkshire Air Museum

The Yorkshire Air Museum has burst back to life celebrating the wonder of Aviation, which we proudly proclaim as Yorkshire’s greatest invention! Did you know that the aeroplane was first invented in our own county?

Museum Director Barbara George explains: “Scarborough born nobleman George Cayley was so inspired by the passenger carrying hot air balloons of the Mongolfier brothers in France that he defined the principles for a ‘flying machine’ in 1799, designing the very first outline of a ‘conventional’ aeroplane with fixed wings, a ‘fuselage’ and

using the acts of propulsion and lift as individual functions to make it fly.”

This ultimately led to the creation of his full-size glider which, in 1853, made the first man-carrying flight at his family home at Brompton by Sawdon.

The Museum is proud to display the unique replica of this amazing craft which now takes take centre place in our huge hangar, strikingly mounted on a plinth, along with other iconic Yorkshire designed aircraft, such as the Blackburn Buccaneer, the last of a long line of aircraft from the company founded by Leeds born Robert Blackburn, and, of course, own unique WWII Halifax Mk. III bomber, “Friday the 13th”. This is so named after the most successful Halifax, flying from its Yorkshire

base at RAF Lissett near Bridlington.

We know you will be inspired after visiting our wonderful museum, based on an original WWII Bomber Command base, with all the history and heritage of the period.

Enjoy discovering our amazing aircraft collection amongst our extensive, spacious grounds and take a stroll around our woodland nature area. Discover a tranquil, fragrant spot in our ‘Jardin des Papillons’ or Memorial Rose Gardens and enjoy a family picnic on our lawns.

Open Daily 10:00am to 17:00pm. (Winter 10:00am – 16:00pm) Admission: £12 Adults, £5 Child (4-17).

Family £30 (2A + up to 3 Children.)

Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Award.

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Visit Ilkley Nestled under a moor known worldwide, Ilkley is a must visit this summer. Full of shopping, restaurants, activity, and an amazing community. It is easy to see why this beautiful town has recently been named ‘Best place to live in the North and Northeast 2021’ by the Sunday Times.

Surrounded by beautiful countryside with the Yorkshire dales right on the doorstep, this is a town full of passion with lots to do and see. Whether you are looking to explore and get active up

such as Nora’s Interiors and Gifts or sustainable fashion and lifestyle store Fig and Willow. Wellknown brands can also be found, such as Mountain Warehouse, and Fat Face for those needing any lastminute walking attire.

Alongside shopping, Ilkley has a vibrant food and drink scene consisting of an enviable range of independent cafes, restaurants, and bars. From on the walking trails or you restaurants serving three are after a relaxing day taking course meals to gin and wine in some retail therapy Ilkley bars and the many coffee has it all. The infamous shops. Come and enjoy the Grove plays host to an array many alfresco dining spaces of independent businesses on offer, such as The Black and national chains providing Hat a great space to enjoy a tremendous range of goods a nice cold beer or Café 39 and services, a shoppers to enjoy amazing coffee and delight in which visitors can watch the world go by. purchase Art, Homewares, For everything you need to Fashion and much more. plan your next trip to Ilkley, Why not wander down the head to www.DiscoverIlkley. picturesque streets taking co.uk for advice on where to in the beautiful cherry stay and what to do. blossom trees and experience We look forward to some of Ilkley’s brilliant welcome you this summer. independent boutiques, #DiscoverIlkley.

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Life Changing Support Continues For Adults On Their Weight Loss Journeys

North Yorkshire’s adult weight management service has continued to support residents to achieve their weight loss goals throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

When restrictions were imposed last March, faceto-face sessions came to an abrupt end. However, the service quickly adapted to offer online and virtual support, which is continuing to change the lives of many.

Mother-of-one Katy Wood, 38, found it hard to leave the house due to insecurities about her weight. She was spending more and more time alone and her mental health was suffering.

“I have struggled with my mental health for a long time but I began to feel like I had no motivation to do anything,” said Katy. “I didn’t like to go out because I felt self-conscious so I would try to avoid people as much as possible.”

Katy has always had a difficult relationship with food so was determined to lose weight healthily and in a way that could be maintained.

“It wasn’t all about sharing how much weight we’d lost as we covered a range of topics related to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. I have a different mind-set in that losing weight doesn’t feel like I’m punishing myself,” said Katy, who started the programme six months ago.

Losing weight helped to give Katy the confidence to sign-up as a vaccinator with the NHS to do her bit in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

“I’m so proud of myself that I signed up,” said Katy. “It has been a challenge as you see hundreds of people all day. I wanted to do my bit to help the community and I feel so much better for it. The programme has definitely given me the confidence to put myself out there again.”

Katy is now also doing a course in child and adolescent health and is finding enjoyment in hobbies and interests.

The adult weight management service is a free 24-week programme designed to improve physical and mental health by helping you eat well and get moving. There are six adult weight management service providers covering the county and the teams all provide online, telephone and face-toface support.

The programme is available to over-18s with a BMI of 30 or over, or anyone with a BMI of 25 or above who is also in a black or minority ethnic group, or has conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, heart disease or hypertension.

After 25 years of unsuccessful attempts at losing weight, Ash Arnett took his doctor’s advice and signed up to the programme.

The 49-year-old father-ofthree was shocked into action by a family picture drawn by one of his young daughters.

He said: “When they were drawing a picture of me, daddy was a circle with a head on and my wife was small and slim. When I asked why daddy was a circle they said ‘because you have a big

tummy’. Children show you a reality you don’t necessarily want to see.”

Reflecting on his own weight loss journey and life with his family, Ash added: “For parents especially, it’s understanding the health benefits. Do you find yourself feeling tired? Do you want to be there for your children?

“I feel a lot happier now.

We’re going on a family holiday to Cornwall in July. I’m confident by that point I’ll be closer to where I want to be with my health than I have in 25 years. I won’t be the fat dad who can’t go on rides with the kids and join in.”

Louise Wallace, North Yorkshire’s Director of Public Health, said: “Despite the challenges and restrictions associated with Covid-19, we are extremely proud that the North Yorkshire adult weight management service, funded from our Public Health Grant, has continued to support people who need help and specialist advice to improve their health and wellbeing.

“Providers in each district have worked tirelessly to review and adapt the service offered to ensure it is safe by following national government guidance.

We’re delighted by how all providers have been able to meet the needs of everyone requiring support with their weight loss journey through these difficult times.”

County Councillor Caroline Dickinson, Executive Member for Public Health, added: “The adult weight management service continues to provide people with tailored, specialist advice with the highest possible flexibility according to individual circumstances and needs.

“The response from people using the service has been extremely positive and it is clear to see that it is placed with such high regard at a time when all of our routines and motivation have been affected in some way.”

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How To Groom A Dog • Grooming your dog regularly is essential for his or her welfare, whether it’s done professionally or at home

• Owners should get their dogs used to being groomed at the earliest opportunity, ideally as a puppy • If your dog is

careful when choosing professional dog groomers to ensure they’re reputable Why is it important to groom my dog?

Grooming is vital to prevent your dog’s coat frightened of being groomed, getting matted, as well as removing dead hair, it’s important you get a handle dirt and dandruff. Brushing also stimulates the on the problem straight away natural oils in the skin and fur, which helps • Dog owners should be make for a glossy, healthy coat. But grooming isn’t just about brushing your dog’s fur, it’s also chance to check for any unusual lumps or bumps, and give them a general health check.

You can use it as an opportunity to check for any signs of fleas or ticks, inspect their teeth, eyes and ears and make sure their claws aren’t overgrown.

When should I start grooming my dog?

Grooming 2 The frequency of grooming sessions will depend on the breed of dog.

Owners should get their dogs used to regular grooming as early on in their life as possible, ideally as a puppy. It’s important that dogs are happy and comfortable with grooming, whether this is done in the home or by a professional dog groomer. By getting into a regular grooming routine with your dog, it also gets them used to this type of handling, and should make visits to the vets much easier.

How often does my dog need grooming? For a short haired, smooth-coated dog, grooming should be done at least once a week. A rough or long-coated dog will need much more regular grooming and will often require clipping to keep the fur at a manageable length. Clipping can be required anything from every four to 12 weeks, with regular – usually daily – maintenance brushes and cleaning in between.

Terrier types and some other breeds may need ‘stripping’ rather than normal grooming to remove dead hairs in the coat as these dogs don’t shed hair as well as others.

Can I clip my dog myself? There are a range of fur clippers on the market, but remember that professional groomers have had months of training and their job is not as easy as some people think it looks. Unqualified DIY clipping

not only runs the risk of your dog coming out the other side with an unintentionally extreme haircut, it can also result in injury to you or your pet - especially if you have a particularly lively or boisterous hound.

What are the best brushes or combs to use at home? If your dog is nervous about being groomed, some encouragement with treats may help. There are many different types of brushes on the market, so choosing the right one for your dog can sometimes be overwhelming. Different tools work better on different dogs, so it’s a good idea to ask your vet for advice on which brush would work best for your dog before any investment.

Pin brushes – good for smoothing out small tangles and removing dead fur from both the coat and undercoat. These brushes have metal pins with rounded ends to make it comfortable for your dog. The longer the pins on the brush, the better it is for dogs with longer, thicker coats. How should I bathe my dog at home?

It’s not always necessary to bath dogs, unless they are dirty or have skin problems, in which case seek your vet’s advice. Washing them too much can strip a dog’s coat of natural oils.

But if you are washing your dog at home, you can do this in a bathtub with a non-slip mat indoors or, if the weather permits, outside.

Remember to: • Detangle any matts before washing as they will only get worse during shampooing • Purchase a dedicated dog shampoo as human products have different Ph balances • Saturate your dog’s fur with lukewarm water before applying the shampoo • Avoid the face, mouth and ear areas and sponge wash these with clean water instead • Massage the shampoo in for at least five minutes for a good, thorough cleanse • Ensure you rinse thoroughly as any shampoo residue can irritate your dog’s skin • Towel dry your dog or, if he or she is comfortable with a hairdryer, ensure it is put on a cool setting What should I do if my dog is scared of grooming or being brushed? A negative association can develop because the longer the period of time between brushes, the more uncomfortable it can be for them; the more out of condition their coat becomes the more unpleasant it can become for them to be touched or stroked, let alone bathed or brushed. In extreme cases, this can then have a negative impact on the way they perceive human interaction altogether. So it’s crucial that you get a handle on the problem as soon as possible and tackle it in the right way that’s best for your dog.

If your dog is scared of being brushed, try taking a few steps back. Get out a few brushes but don’t use them, so your dog can just get used to them being around. You can also help them associate the brushes with something good by producing them at the same time as something your dog really likes.

How do I know if my dog’s nails need to be clipped? Seek advice from your vet on this, but it’s often not necessary. If a dog is walked on pavements or roads, their claws naturally wear down. Occasionally the dew claws will overgrow as they don’t reach the ground during walking. Overgrown nails are more likely if the dog is lame or arthritic as this shifts weight-bearing.

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BREAST SCREENING Can Help Save Lives By Detecting Cancer Early Every 3 years, the National Breast Screening Programme invites all women registered with a GP between the ages of 50 up to their 71st birthday for a mammogram.

Eligible women receive an invite letter informing them that they are due their breast screening and are advised to book an appointment.

1. What is a mammogram?

A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast that’s used to find breast changes in the breast tissue that could be due to cancer. It spots cancers that are too small to see or feel.

Early detection saves Lives.

2. How do I get a mammogram?

The National Breast Screening Programme invites all women between the ages of 50 up to their 71st birthday every 3 years for breast screening. Each GP practice is screened in turn and all women that are registered with a GP receive an invitation letter through the post informing them that they are due breast screening.

3. What happens next…?

If you choose to have your mammogram, you will need to make an appointment by calling our Breast Screening Office on 01282 805301 or using our online booking form via the following website:

www.elht.nhs.uk/services/ breast-imaging-screeningservice Due to Covid-19 restrictions, your appointment will be held at Burnley General Hospital. This will be either at the main department or on our mobile unit situated in the hospital grounds.

A letter or e-mail will be sent to you confirming your appointment. Also included will be directions detailing where to come on the day as well as additional Covid- 19 guidelines; please read these carefully. The guidelines will include advice on visiting the hospital and the procedures in place to protect both you and the staff.

4. What do I wear?

It’s always easier to wear a two piece outfit because you will need to remove your top and bra. Please do not apply deodorant or talcum powder as this can affect the quality of the mammogram.

5. What to expect

Your mammogram will be carried out by a female radiographer. Each breast is compressed in a special x-ray machine for a few seconds while an x-ray is taken. This compression can be uncomfortable for some women but any discomfort soon passes. The mammogram takes about 5 minutes and could save your life.

6. Getting your results……

You should receive your results in the post within 2 weeks of having your mammogram.

7. What next….?

Most women will have a normal result and will be invited back again in 3 years for their routine mammogram. In-between mammograms, you should be breast aware and check your breasts regularly. If you notice any changes or are suffering from any signs or symptoms you should contact your GP.

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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 2005-2008, 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.

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New Fiat Professional e-Ducato 100% ELECTRIC. 100% FIT FOR MISSION. CALL FOR DETAILS WALTON SUMMIT, UNIT 211 WALTON SUMMIT ROAD, BAMBER BRIDGE, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR5 8AQ TEL: 01772 334006 WWW.WALTONSUMMIT.CO.UK Fuel economy and CO2 results for the Fiat Professional E-Ducato Mpg (l/100km): Not applicable CO2 emissions: 0 g/km Electric range: WLTP Combined cycle 88 to 175 miles, WLTP City cycle 113 to 230 miles. These figures were obtained after the battery had been fully charged. The E-Ducato is a battery electric vehicle requiring mains electricity for charging. Figures shown are for comparability purposes. Only compare fuel consumption, CO2 and electric range figures with other cars tested to the same technical procedures. Values may not reflect real life driving results, which will depend upon a number of factors including the starting charge of the battery, accessories fitted (post-registration), variations in weather, driving styles and vehicle load.

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Bury Leisure sports centres are now open for safe, socially distanced exercise with brand new state-ofthe-art refurbished gyms at each facility. Castle Leisure Centre, Radcliffe Leisure Centre and Ramsbottom Pool and Fitness Centre have all re-opened their doors with covid-secure measures and working practices.

Members and customers are being welcomed back for gym sessions, group fitness classes, swimming and racquet sports (badminton, table tennis and squash).

Councillor Andrea Simpson, cabinet member for health and wellbeing, said: “During lockdown the Bury Leisure team was busy getting our centres ready and in tip-top condition to safely welcome members and customers back. “After such a tough year, it’s great to see so many happy faces again as people

enjoy getting back to what they love: and everyone’s really delighted with the fabulous new equipment in all our gyms.”

As Bury Leisure customers return and start getting back into their exercise routine they have been remarking on the new gyms and the warm welcome they have received.

Radcliffe Leisure Centre user Chris Radford said: “The new gym looks amazing, very modern with all state-of-the-art kit and the staff at Bury Leisure are very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable and can’t do enough for their clients.”

Another Radcliffe gym user, David McLaughlin, said: “Great equipment, all new machines and lots of variety plus very friendly and helpful staff – and there’s a great atmosphere. I highly recommend to all ages.”

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To take part in activities at a Bury Leisure centre, please book in advance at www. bury.gov.uk/buryleisureor call 0161 253 7000.

Bookings can be made 7 days in advance by members and 5 days in advance by pay-asyou-go customers.

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Liam Lindsay Returns To PNE On A Permanent Basis Preston North End are pleased to confirm Liam Lindsay has returned to the club on a permanent basis from Stoke City.

The central defender has signed for an undisclosed fee, putting pen to paper on a two-year deal to keep him at Deepdale until 2023.

25-year-old Liam spent the second half of the 2020/21 campaign on loan with the Lilywhites after joining on deadline day in February, and he went on to feature 13 times in the Championship, scoring twice while helping the team keep four clean sheets in that period.

His permanent move to PNE puts an end to Liam’s stay with Stoke City, who he

joined back in 2019 from Barnsley for an initial fee of £2m.

Speaking to PNE.Com after completing his move, Liam said: "I’m delighted and just happy it’s been done so quickly as well. I always wanted to come back here and I’m just looking forward to the season ahead.

"I got a good feeling as soon as I came really - the players, staff, just everyone about really. I've enjoyed my time so much over the last six months and I'm delighted to come back. “[When I signed] on deadline day, it was a bit hectic, so it’s better to get it done on the first day rather than the last now. It gives me a bit of

clarity and a bit of stability as well so I’m just happy to get it done.”

Gametime had been limited at his last club Stoke City and first team football was a major draw for the defender to come to Deepdale last season.

During his time with the club, he built relationships with both the players and management staff, including head coach Frankie McAvoy, who has full faith Liam will be a success at PNE. Frankie added: “We’re absolutely delighted. Thanks to Mr Hemmings and Peter Ridsdale for getting the deal done. “He did great for us when he came on loan, in particular the latter parts

"It would be great to return back to normal, for the stadiums to have fans in and for the supporters to return and back their team."

Tony Mowbray admits that he has his fingers crossed for normality to resume for the start of the 2021-22 Sky Bet Championship campaign.

Life has been disrupted for everyone over the course of the last 15 months and football’s also experienced a season-and-a-half like no other.

Games have occurred every few days throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, with no supporters in stadiums for a large number of clubs throughout the United Kingdom.

However, with the date for the ease of restrictions edging closer, Mowbray’s optimistic that better times will be just around the corner for Rovers and for football in general.

“I hope that the environment that the players work in every

day returns to normal for the beginning of pre-season,” he said when looking ahead to the squad’s return to training towards the end of next month.

“It would be great to return back to normal, for the stadiums to have fans in and for the supporters to return and back their team.

“That’s a core thing in football, the supporters.

It’s interesting when we’re watching clips of players and the crowd are cheering as the goals go in.

“The crowd are jumping on the fences and it will be strange when fans do return again, but it will undoubtedly be a massive improvement.

It’s not been enjoyable without the fans in.

“Getting changed in corridors, in private boxes, it’s not been ideal either,” he added. “To have players in the dressing room together and eating lunch together, breaking down games together, it will be great for that to happen again soon enough.”

Gaffer Hoping For Normality To Return In 2021-22

when I was head coach.

He did really well for us in that back three system so we’re delighted to add him to the squad. “When he was at Barnsley he did really

well and then Stoke paid quite a bit of money for him and unfortunately it didn’t work out. "That can happen sometimes for players, but what he’s got now is an

opportunity and a chance to express himself and show the Preston North End faithful the Liam Lindsay that we know he’s capable of being, so we’re delighted with that.”

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Wanderers Land Wales International Midfielder The club is delighted to announce that Wales international Josh Sheehan is the latest player to join Bolton Wanderers ahead of our forthcoming Sky Bet League One campaign after signing a two-year deal, subject to international clearance. The 26 year-old midfielder played 53 games in all competitions for Newport County last season, including the Exiles’ two victories against Wanderers.

Having started his career with Swansea City, he joined Yeovil Town on loan before signing for Newport in 2016.

During his four-year tenure at Rodney Parade he made 179 appearances, finding the net on 15 occasions. Last season he helped County reach the play-off finals where they narrowly lost to Morecambe at Wembley. He was named in the PFA’s League Two Team of the Year alongside new teammates Eoin Doyle and Ricardo Almeida Santos last week and has two international caps for his country. “I’m delighted to sign for such a big club with the ambitions they have,” the midfielder told bwfc.co.uk.

“That’s one of the reasons why I joined. I want to be part of the journey they are on and get Bolton Wanderers back to where they belong.

“When speaking with the manager he expressed his desire to sign me and told me his ambitions, and that really

attracted me to be part of it.

“Also his style of football and the way he wants to play suits me so I feel it’s a good match. “I can’t wait to play in front of the Bolton Wanderers fans. Even before it was announced I had loads of

messages from them! I think this just shows the size of the fan base at this club.”

Wanderers Manager Ian Evatt added: “Josh is a player I have tracked and known about for a long time and I am delighted to

have signed him. He’s very good technically and is an intelligent and excellent footballer. He’s a Welsh international who has had a great season with Newport, who he has captained and he was also named in the PFA

Team of the Year.

“He will add quality and competition to our very strong midfield area and I’m looking forward to working with him.

Josh has joined the journey and so can you! With more

than 7,000 supporters already renewing for our 2021/22 campaign, Bolton Wanderers season tickets are now on general sale ahead of our return to Sky Bet League One. Join The Journey and buy your season ticket today.

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