Friday 22nd June 2012Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Issue 578 Page 1

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Client Angela Donohue, hairdressing tutor Maria Tribley, beauty tutor Lindsey Richard-son and beauty student Kim Heslop.A hairdressing salon’s free hair and beauty treatment day has raised more than £600 for specialist equipment for Chilton youngster, Kieron

Richardson, who suffers from the rare and incurable Juvenile Batten Disease.Lecturers and students at Bishop Auckland College’s hair and beauty

department held the event last week in the salon at the Woodhouse Lane campus to help nine-year-old Kyran.Last September family and friends set up a fundraising team to raise awareness and much needed funds for Kyran’s ongoing needs.Bishop Auckland College hairdressing lecturer, Maria Tribley, had the idea for the event to help the appeal after seeing a television broadcast about Kyran. More than 100 clients on the day donated cash totalling £600.43.Kyran’s mum Debbie said: “A big thank you to Maria Tribley, staff, students and customers from Bishop Auckland College for organising the hair and beauty day and for being so generous with donations.“The money raised will be used to purchase specialist equipment for Kyran’s new bedroom and will enrich his remaining years.”Anyone who wishes to donate direct to the appeal can do so by visiting www.kyranrichmondfundraising.co.uk

Jobs fair and Local Employment Advice Forum – 28th June 2012

livin, in conjunction with Mears, will be hold-ing a Jobs Fair and a Local Employment Advice Forum (LEAF) on Thursday, 28th June 2012 in The livin Suite at our headquarters at Durham-Gate. It will be open between 9.30am to 12pm and 12.30pm to 2.30pm.The following employers /organisations have confirmed they will be attending:Whitbread, Premier Inn, Berco, Sainsburys, Mears, livin, Bishop Auckland College, National Careers Service, Job Centre Plus, DCC, Asert and Dale Care.The event will enable tenants to talk to employers about vacancies that are available at the moment, and to seek advice from employers on future vacancies and what they look for in their future workforce.Please feel free to come along, and if you are an employer and would like to be involved, please contact Helen Johnson on 0845 505 5500 or at helen.johnson@livin.co.uk.

Chilton Care Centre is saying a huge thank you to all who attended its fundraising coffee morning at St Luke’s Church on Saturday, 26th May.“We managed to raise an amazing £230,” said a spokesperson.

“The money raised will help two special causes: firstly, the St. Luke’s Phoenix, so the members can attend day trips and, secondly, towards sensory lighting for our Dementia Unit. Thank you to all who contributed.”

A big thanks from Chilton Care Centre

The Black Bull in Ferryhill will be hosting a table-top sale on Saturday 23rd June from 12 noon. Table hires are available at a cost of £5.

All proceeds will go to the Butterwick Hospice in Bishop Auckland.If you are interested in booking a table, contact 01740 654500.

Table-top sale

Ferryhill Six are holding their final Plant Sale on Saturday 23rd June at the entrance to Cleves Court Estate, Ferryhill.The sale will start at

10am and there will be lots of bargains. They have annual and perennial plants and a very good selection of tomato plants. All plants are £1 or less.

Final plant sale

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In memory of our Dad and Granda on Father’s Day.

On Father’s Day with love,time’s passed since the

day you left but still we’re asking why you couldn’t

have stayed for longer and we had to say goodbye.

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you know how much we’re missing you.

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On Friday 15th June, the grounds maintenance contractor attended Pentlands Park, Chilton, and discovered that one of the gates was completely broken along with some of the fencing. “This, sadly it seems, is the result of mindless vandalism and has occurred some time from 12th June to the morning of the 14th June,” said a Town Council spokesperson. “The Town Council are in touch with Durham County Council and are

hopeful that there is some CCTV footage. If there is evidence this will then be passed to the police to investigate and hopefully the culprit(s) will be dealt with accordingly.“The Council will of course need to organise repair or replacement which should really be an avoidable cost. “If anyone has any in-formation relating to this vandalism please telephone Chilton Town Council on 01388 721788,” requested the spokesper-son.

Vandalism at Pentlands Park

The Olympic Torch may not have passed through Ferryhill during its tour of the North East, but that didn’t stop Ferryhill being ably represented by the town’s own torchbearers.Mr Fred Haswell of Ferryhill sent in the photograph, far left, of his daughter, Maggie Glastonbury, carrying the torch in Bristol where she is a prolific fundraiser for cancer and children’s charities.And pictured left is Ferry-hill’s Richie Howe, who was nominated by his mother’s work colleague, Joyce Sewell, from Darlington.Ritchie, who delivers the Chapter in his area, carried the torch in Darlington, and was nominated for his caring personality.

Olympic Torch’s connections to Ferryhill

Runners and joggers are being encouraged to take part in this year’s Bupa Great North Run on Sunday 16th September, for Butterwick Hospice at Bishop Auckland.Even if you were unsuc-cessful in securing your own place in the ballot, Butterwick Hospice still have a number of guaranteed places available.Mandy Shields, Fundraiser for Butterwick Hospice said: “the places we do have remaining will be

allocated on a first come first served basis, so you will need to act fast’’The Bupa Great North Run is the world’s biggest half marathon and it can be difficult to get a place for the event. Those who sign up to raise money for Butterwick Hospice will not only secure their place but also receive a running vest, useful training tips and post race support at the charity village. The closing date for entries into the Great North Run closes on Friday 29th June.

For more information and to secure your place, call Mandy Shields on 01642 628930 or email man-dyshields@butterwick.org.uk.Butterwick Hospice Care provides pain and symptom control, end of life, respite, day and home care, com-plementary therapies, be-reavement care and family support free of charge to children and adults.Butterwick serves the communities of Teesside, County Durham, North Yorkshire and Wearside.

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The Mayor of Chilton, Councillor Elizabeth Bruce would like to extend an invitation to all readers to attend the Mayor’s Charity Coffee Morning. This will be held on Thursday 5th July at Chilton Working-men’s Club in the lounge from 10.00am – 12.00pm.Refreshments, freshly baked scones and cakes

will be available. There will also be a chance to have a go on the tombola.All proceeds raised will be donated to the Mayor’s chosen charities which are The Great North Air Ambulance and a second charity to be confirmed.For further details, telephone Chilton Town Council on 01388 721788.

Mayor’s charity coffee morning

The Chilton Gala Princess and two attendants are to be judged at the St Aiden’s Church Summer Fete on Saturday, 7th July at 2pm.“If your child is between 4 to 12-years-old and wishes to enter the competition, her parent/carer must sign the official consent form,” said Chilton Gala

Committee Chairman, Dave Allanson.“The forms are necessary to allow photographs of the winners to be taken,” he explained, adding that “without the form, it will not be possible for a child to enter the competition.”Entry forms can be obtained from Chilton Library or Chilton School.The forms must be completed and returned to: 1 Memorial Cottages, Chilton, by the 30th June deadline.

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Sweat upon his brow trembling with fear,He clenched his fists and drew a breath,But not a friend was near,Five paces back he stamped his boots hard upon the ground,He heard a deafening roar and his chest began to pound,This could be life or death and more than he could bear,He made a fierce run and struck as hard as he ever dare,He heard the roar, felt the pain and didn’t dare look up,But he’d scored the penalty against the Germans and England won the cup.

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What a lot of words seem to be changingI really don’t know why,Some like literally, basically and absolutely are misused,And it makes me want to sigh,Pardon has been replaced by sorry,And cheers instead of goodbye,The toilet is now the loo, I honestly can’t think why.When all is said and done, Is now at the end of the day.Even see you later doesn’t seem right and just something to say.A coat of paint is now a lick and sounds a bit daft to me,And on the box really means the telly,Or what’s on the good old TV.Excuse me, doesn’t mean that, It means move out of the way.With respect, really means we have something untoward to say.Dinner has turned to lunch and teatime into dinner.Breakfast’s still there, but supper has gone.Maybe the missing meal will make us all a bit thinner.

Wordsby Geoff Gregg, Tursdale, ex-Ferryhill

Simon George Ward, aged 23, of Eldon Terrace, Ferryhill, pleaded guilty to a charge of resisting a WPC in the execution of her duty when he appeared alongside Steven Maitland at Newton Aycliffe Magis-trates’ Court. Maitland pleaded guilty to the same charge and also to a second charge of criminal damage to a double-glazed window, belonging to Jackson

Lettings, and to a vase and television stand belonging to a tenant in the property in Spennymoor.The court heard that on 21st April, the two had been drinking with three friends in the house when trouble broke out. The two were ejected from the house but got back inside after Maitland had picked up a brick and caused the damage.Officers were called and

a spray had to be used on both defendants before their arrests. In mitigation it was stated that the two had little rec-ollection of events and that they were embarrassed, remorseful and ashamed of their actions that day.Both were sentenced to 12 months conditional discharges and in addition, Ward was ordered to pay £85 costs and Maitland to pay £630 in compensation.

Pair given conditional discharges

There are two more Chapter coach day trips planned during the year; one to Beverley and the other to Bury Market.The Beverley trip will take place on Saturday, 25th August - which is a bank holiday weekend - and the Bury Market trip will take

place on Saturday, 24th November.Both day trips will cost £12 and will pick up in Chilton (8.10am), Ferryhill (8.20) and Ferryhill Station (8.25). Payment by cash or cheque can be left at the library, along with name and address details.

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Dear Editor,

On the weekend of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee neighbours and friends at Aidens Walk got together for a street party.

Residents donned raincoats and umbrellas to avoid the persistent heavy drizzle to carry on their celebrations. This occasion showed how good neighbours can pull together to celebrate special occasions.

The best decorated house was judged by the Queen (aka Debbie Poulter of Witton Road) who also very kindly donated prizes from her Bronzing Beauty Salon in Brancepeth Road .

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who helped to make this a great day, but a special big thank you goes to: Pound Smart for donating a generous amount of children’s prizes; Broom Nursery for the loan of play equipment; Mr Norman Marshall for helping with tables and to William and Kate for standing at the window of number 4 all day without a word of complaint. Yours Sincerely,Residents of Aidens Walk

Dear Editor,

The refurbishment of the children’s play equipment at Mainsforth Sport’s Complex looks very nice. I was in the vicinity as the painters were putting the finishing touches to it and they have done an excellent job.

One of the painters was none other than Martin Burleigh, the famous goalkeeper for Newcastle United in the days of Malcom Macdonald.

Like myself, he’s looking a bit older, but it was good to have a chat with him and talk about “the good old days.”

Yours Sincerely,Geoff Gregg, Tursdale (ex-Ferryhill).

Earlier this year, members of Chilton Town Council discussed at length the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and how to mark this memorable occasion.Members decided to work in partnership with Chilton Primary School after being approached for funding to support their school cel-ebration. The Town Council provided 90 red, white and blue balloons, Union Jack hand

flags and a commemora-tive medal for every child attending the school.On Wednesday 30th May 2012, Chilton Primary School held an open-air party to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee. “It really was a party atmosphere with the children dressed in red, white or blue happily waving their flags,” said a spokesperson. “The children thoroughly enjoyed the array of activities par-

ticularly the magic show, stilt walking, den building and were truly mesmerised as the 90 balloons were released into the air.” As the Spennymoor School Band played, the children proudly sang the National Anthem and waved their flags. During the festivities the Mayor, Councillor Elizabeth Bruce, presented each child with a commemora-tive medal.

Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

A Glow Worm Hunt will take place on Saturday 23rd June at 10.30pm to Sunday 24th June at 1am at West Cornforth, Ferryhill as part of celebrations taking place nationwide for National Insect Week which runs from 25th June to 1st July.Natural England and its partners, Lafarge A&C UK and the North East Environ-mental Records Information Centre (ERIC), will pay a late evening visit to Thris-lington NNR in search of the elusive glow worms which inhabit the unique wildlife site, weather permitting. The event has been organised to coincide with the Royal Entomological Society’s National Insect Week which this year, inspired by The Olympics in London during 2012 and the Diamond Jubilee of the Society’s Patron HM The Queen, is celebrating all that is great about British insects.National Insect Week is

a biennial initiative to promote awareness of the value of a diverse insect world to the environment.An interactive website www.nationalinsectweek.co.uk gives visitors all the information they need to get involved, from finding out about events taking place in their area, to a

photography competition and advice on bringing more British insects into our gardens.Luke Tilley, National Insect Week coordinator, said: “There are lots of events taking place across the country to mark National Insect Week this year which is really exciting given how special 2012 is for Great Britain.“There’s a huge range of activities being staged by local and regional wildlife organisations which will enable children and adults to explore the wonderful world of insects for themselves.”For more information about the Glow Worm Hunt contact Joe Davies on 0191 5860004 or visit www.na-tionalinsectweek.co.uk and click ‘What’s Going On’.Booking is essential by calling 0191 5860004. Anyone wishing to par-ticipate is advised to wear sturdy footwear.

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This year, Woodham Technology College’s Art Exhibition of GCSE and BTEC work will see the renowned North East artist Sarah Jane Szikora visit the college. Woodham’s students, many of which are from Ferryhill and Chilton, have often drawn inspiration from Szikora’s work which is a humorous take on challeng-

Woodham College Exhibition

ing subjects such as eating disorders, our obsession with appearance and cosmetic surgery.Although students at Woodham study a huge array of diverse artists, both traditional and con-temporary, the students have been especially taken with Szikora’s work and they, along with their teachers are buzzing with

the excitement of meeting her.The exhibition will take place on Tuesday, 26th June from 3.30pm to 6.30pm and will showcase the work of students leaving the college this year. There will be a huge variety of work on display with media ranging from drawing and painting to paper-cuts, sellotape sculpture and mirror mosaic. The themes running through the students’ work are mostly self-directed and as such, demonstrate a delightful reflection of the students themselves.Themes range from cars and fashion to Mexico’s Day of the Dead, invisimals and one student’s entire family tree. The exhibition is an open event and there will be refreshments and nibbles available.

‘Big Girl, Little City’ is one of the artworks on view at Woodham Technology College’s end of term exhibition of GCSE and BTEC students’ work.

Ferryhill library recently held a Jubilee Craft session which offered par-ticipants the opportunity to enter its Stamp Design competition.

The library would like to thank all entrants and congratulates its winners: Robyn Duke-Parker, aged 4, and 9 year-old Jake Mitchell.

Robyn and Jake are design winners

A book club is looking for new members to join its regular monthly meetings in Cornforth Library, West Cornforth.The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month

from 4-5pm, with the next meeting scheduled for 26th June.Entry to the club is free and details are available by calling Susan Raine on 01740 654320.

Bishop Middleham Village Hall Association will no longer be running the monthly Rainbow Whist and Domino Drive.

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At the next meeting of the Ferryhill History Society on Wednesday, 27th June at 7.30pm in the function room of the Eldon Arms, Ferryhill Station, the group’s guest speaker will be Lesley Bentham.Lesley will be presenting a talk entitled “Yes, we have national costumes”.

The talk will describe how regional, folk and national costumes developed between the 1850s and 1960s.Afterwards the audience will be invited to try on some costumes and create their own fashion show.Entrance is only £1 and everyone is welcome.

“Yes, we have national costumes”

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Ferryhill Business and Enterprise College will be inviting some local residents to become part of College life this summer term with a three-day Community Project. Year 8 students will be involved in various activities on 10th, 11th and 12th July, that will reach out to several residents and businesses in the area, creating valuable links between the college and the community it serves.As part of this project, year 8 are creating a Dragon’s Den style event which will tie in very closely with the Olympic values of respect, excellence, friendship, courage, determination, inspiration and equality.Pupils will work in teams over the three days producing and pitching items for marketing. Both the items and the marketing methods will be based around the skills and values that the global event of the Olympics promotes and will link them to the skills and

values needed in everyday life, particularly in such a close knit community.The college plans to invite members of the local area to help with the project and to be part of the audience for the final presentations. “The hope is that by involving the residents from the area in a project such as this we can show everyone how much we value teamwork and being part of a community,” said a spokesperson, adding: “We also hope it will promote the fact that the values shown by all of the athletes in the Olympics are also our community values.”The year group also hopes to make close links with local businesses, enabling both sides to gain a better understanding of each others’ working practices.Meanwhile, the college will be presenting some of the West End’s biggest shows in July. The summer production is a tribute to all things musical, theatrical and

downright dramatic with songs and scenes from some of the West End’s most famous shows.The cast will be performing numbers from shows such as Oliver!, Wicked, The Phantom of The Opera, Les Miserables, Hairspray and many many more favourites. There will also be scenes from plays such as Blood Brothers and Sister Act.The show will be staged in the college on Monday and Tuesday, 16th and 17th July and tickets are available from the college for £2.50. Curtain is 6.30pm and doors will open no earlier than 6.15pm. A tuck shop with refreshments will be available at the interval and raffle tickets will be on sale at the door.There will be a third per-formance on Wednesday 18th of July at Ferryhill Methodist Chapel. Tickets (£3.00, to include refreshments at interval) and information are available from a chapel representative.

College calls on community

On 28th May, David Bruce walked into the Co-op Store in Trimdon Village picked up a case of Fosters Lager and left without paying.Two hours later, at around 6pm, he returned to the store and repeated the offence. Both incidents were caught on CCTV. The 18-year-old, of Watt Street, Ferryhill, requested that four further matters of shop-lifting from stores in Ferryhill and Wingate be taken into consideration.

Bruce is currently subject to a suspended sentence and alcohol treatment programme imposed by the Crown Court and, as these offences pre-dated the order, he was therefore not in breach of the programme. Magistrates at Newton Aycliffe sentenced the youth to a 12 months conditional discharge and ordered him to pay £73.93 in compensation to the stores.

Lager thefts

Craig Britton, aged 34, of High Street, West Cornforth, was due before magistrates at Newton Aycliffe to face four charges of fraud. It is alleged that between June and October 2011, in Bishop Auckland, Britton used the names of previous occupants of his property on four separate occasions in order to make gains in excess of £1500.

Michael George Holmes, aged 30, of Keswick Drive, Spennymoor, faces a charge that, on 8th August last year, after been stopped by police, he failed to give his name and address or details of the vehicle’s owner.The incident occurred whilst Holmes was driving a Citroen Saxo in Brunel Street, Ferryhill.

Due in court

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Following the success of previous years, Ferryhill Town Council would like to invite green fingered residents of Ferryhill to enter the town’s Ferryhill in Bloom Competition 2012.

The categories this year are: Front Garden, Back Garden, Back Yard and Commercial Properties.

Judging is scheduled to take place in early July 2012 with winners being officially announced during an evening ceremony at the Manor House.

Ferryhill Town Council would like to say a big thank you to Thinford Nurseries for once again sponsoring this event. Their contribution is much appreciated.

To take part in this year’s competi-tion please complete the Entry Form shown right and submit it to John Rogerson at Ferryhill Town Hall by no later than Monday 25th June 2012.

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