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A Property Trust Will can be your saviourUNSURPRISINGLY, few of us have considered what the effect might be on our savings and investments, or even our home, if (as is most probable) we ever needed residential care later in life.Most people assume that we shall pass on our assets to our children or other relatives in due course; yet, this may not always be the case, unless careful arrangements have been made to protect our assets from being taken to pay care home fees.In recent years, it has become increasingly apparent that the State will only provide for those with little or no savings or assets; everyone else is expected to pay at least part (if not all) of his or her own costs.Currently, anyone with assets in excess of £22,250 (this figure includes the family home) is not eligible for any state help with his or her residential care fees; if you have more than £12,000, but less than £22,500, you are only entitled to partial assistance.The net result is that anyone, who owns his or her own home, is unlikely to receive assistance, even if they do not possess large amounts of cash-assets.Even if you DON'T have the cash readily available, the Department of Social Security can still place a charge against the family home, which enables it to recover the monies owing, when the property is

eventually sold!Bear in mind that average residential care fees start in the region of £500 per week, so it is clear how quickly assets can be eroded.The DSS has often become the sole, outright owner of the family home after the death of an elderly parent, who had been living in a nursing home.However, there is a solution - in the form of Property Trust wills

A 'Property Trust' is based around three, basic elements: the basis on which you own your property, the Trust terms and your Wills, which contain the Trust investment.The Property Trust can only be created, while both partners remain alive and the property

must be owned as Tenants in Common (the Trust instrument is, then, included in both Wills, but does not come into force until the death of the first).Upon the first death, their share of the property (typically 50%) is placed into the Trust to be adminstered by the Trustees nominated in the Will, and this, usually, includes the surviving spouse.The Will also specifies who is to be the ultimate beneficiary of this share in the property, and the Trustee's duty is to protect the property for the beneficiaries' benefit.The surviving spouse, under the Trust's terms, has the right to remain living in the property for the rest of his or her life; on the death of the second spouse, the Trust comes to an end, and the property passes absolutely to the beneficiaries.For further details, contact Anthony Heath, Associate of Countrywide Tax and Trust Corporation & Golden Charter Funeral Plans, on (01782) 361971/07780-009245 or [email protected]

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Are you a Wise Owl or a Head-Burying Ostrich when it comes to that d-word?IF you're an Ostrich, you prefer not to think about the inevitable. Being an Ostrich means trusting the fortunes of your loved ones to chance, once you've gone, and having no control over what happens to your possessions and who should benefit from them.

TO an ostrich, death is a five-letter word and a load of stigma.

IF, however, you're a wise owl, you take the time to think, question, and act in order to write a will, and take steps to protect your loved ones, when you're gone.

WHY BOTHER MAKING A WILL? MY FAMILY WILL GET EVERYTHING WHEN I DIE! WON'T THEY?

WRITING a Will may be something you've been thinking about for many years. The reasons for having a Will are many, but, if for no other reason, a Will makes life a lot easier for those you leave behind at a time of sorrow. If you die without a Will (Intestate), your family has to sort out many administrative items and are obliged to the decisions made by law as to who inherits what, decisions you should have really made by writing a Will.

AS to when you should write a Will, the answer is NOW. There may be plenty of life in you yet, but accidents and illness have absolutely no respect for age. Also, bear in mind that a modern Will is written in such a way that it shouldn't need much changing, so it's not something you have to think about often, but only in the event of a major change in circumstances, such as marriage, birth of a first child or divorce.

SO, why do many people put off the task of writing a Will?

EXCUSES: there are many excuses for putting off writing a Will. Here are the most common ones:

1. "WRITING A WILL IS TEMPTING FATE": One in three adults in Britain have already written a Will - so, if writing one has fatal results, the population would soon be reduced by 18 million people! In fact, the British annual death-rate is surprisingly stable and definitely bears no relation to the number of people who write Wills.

2. "I'VE GOT NOTHING TO LEAVE": Everybody leaves something. It may not be much, but, surely, that's even more reason to make sure it goes to those you care about? Also, it is not just making sure your worldly goods go to the right

people. As mentioned, a Will can mean a lot less inconvenience for those left to sort things out.

3. "I JUST HAVEN'T GOT ROUND TO IT": This is normally because the job doesn't rate high enough on your list of priorities. If the roof leaks, no matter what you're doing or how tight your finances, you get it fixed fast! We can honestly say that the vast majority of clients feel great after we have written their Wills.

We often receive comments, such as "What a relief" or "I've put it off for years, but, at last, I can rest easy."

THE ALTERNATIVE

IF you die without a Will, all your money and possessions (your Estate) will be distributed, according to strict legal rules and regulations. These rules are called the Laws of Intestacy. In many cases, the Intestacy Laws distribute an Estate in a way the deceased would not have wanted, sometimes with disastrous results.

Your circumstances will fall into one of the following categories: Married, Cohabiting and Single.

Many complexities can arise, and we shall cover these in full detail (as well as dispelling many unfounded, but popular, beliefs about them) in our next issue.


includes individual bound Will,Advice on executors, guardians, etc

HOME VISITS TO SUIT

DAYTIME-EVENING-WEEKENDS

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[email protected]

www.willsforu.co.uk

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CONTENTSJANUARY 20156 It's the 'Show of the Year' on Saturday/Sunday, January 17th/18th, as, once again, Blackpool stages its world-famous 'Pigeon Weekend'! The resorts Winter Gardens is, as ever, the venue for the largest gathering of pigeon-fanciers in the UK, organised by the Royal Pigeon Racing Association. The event attracts 'flocks' of enthusiasts of the avian family, Columbidae. The Blackpool show is, indibitably, one of the biggest in the world, attracting around 25,000 visitors, and is the town's busiest weekend of the year.

9 The latest charity night to be staged at Baddeley Green WMC features a Ladies' Fresh Air Pink Night on Friday, January 23rd. Entertainment will be provided by drag queen, the fabulous Miss Angel Delight, and wonderful Soul & Motown singer, Randy. Tickets, priced at £25, are available by telephoning Karen on 07854-548670 or Carli on 07468-575227.

16 Come back to the 1980s with Congleton Players as they stage John Godber's worldwide hit, 'Bouncers', at Daneside Theatre next month! Meet our eponymous heroes: your 'friendly', neighbourhood law-enforcers (if you have ever been out at night, you will know the type - black-suited and bow-tied, standing at the entrance). Four, high-energy actors portray over 20, different characters in one. crazy night on the town. Directed by Simon Wain, the show runs from Tuesday, February 3rd, to Saturday, February 7th.

18 As heard on BBC Radio 4, John Shuttleworth returns to Newcastle's New Vic Theatre with his latest show, 'A Wee Ken to Remember', on Wednesday, February 18th. He wanted to share memories of favourite weekends, but, by mistake, the poster said: 'wee Ken', instead of 'Weekend'. So, John has to spend the evening, paying homage to his next-door neighbour and sole agent - the diminutive Ken Worthington! In his brand-new show, "Sheffield's funniest man" will perform classic tunes, along with newer ditties.

20 Cold, damp weather can unmask signs of arthritic change in dogs and cats, and, now is a great time to take a good look your pets and make sure that they are comfortable. Do they have difficulty getting up and lying down? Do they seem stiff or lame? Does it take a while for them to get going in the morning? If so, your pet will benefit from a check-over to identify any problems and work how best to treat them. If your pet is showing any signs of arthritis call into The Croft Veterinary Clinic, Newcastle-under-Lyme, today.

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Set in two acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, Lawton Manor, like all Majesticare’s luxury care homes, has always offered the best possible quality of life, and now with our Garden Rooms extension, we can offer our residents, their friends and families even more.

We have a number of rooms available, all featuring the highest possible standards of luxury and the latest technology, including full en-suite with shower, electric profiling beds, flat screen TV and extensive views of the countryside or gardens.

Our residents benefit from experienced staff who provide professional personalised care and a whole range of services to enhance their lives. There is no better way to get a feel for the luxury and attention to detail we offer at Lawton Manor than to come for a visit.

At Lawton Manor we offer:

Lawton Manor Care HomeProud to be Recognised as an Excellent Rated Home

• 24 Hour Nursing Care• Respite & Convalescent Care

• Day Care• Palliative Care

• Long & Short Term Care• Specialist Care

Address: Lawton Manor, Church Lane, Church Lawton, Stoke-on-Trent ST7 3DDEmail: [email protected] Website: www.majesticare. co.uk

If you would like more information or have any questions about Lawton Manor and theMajesticare way of life, please call our House Manager, Ann Ball, on 01270 844200

The Majesticare way of life at Lawton ManorCome and see what we

have to offer at Lawton Manor!

We believe that life in a care home setting

should be inspiring, fulfilling & entertaining,

in a safe and friendly environment and we

encourage our residents to get as much as

they possibly can out of life.

Not only do we offer beautiful settings,

modern facilities and a wonderful varied

activities programme we also go out of our

way to create a real feeling of community

and offer a warm welcome to all who come

to Lawton Manor.

We have a dedicated room for respite care

and bookings are currently being taken. For

the coming months.

We welcome your enquiries and invite you

to call in at any time to discuss how we

could arrange a care package to suit your

relative.

The Home is now surrounded by a beautiful

snowy white landscape. Whilst it’s cold

outside we are warm and snug inside

arranging activities, outings and events for

the coming year.

At the residents’ monthly meeting lots of

requests and ideas were discussed and the

final activities plan for 2015 was put into

place. Outings to Foxfield Steam Railway,

Jodrell Bank & Capesthorne Hall are just a

few of the places booked to visit this year.

Family & Friends Evenings have been

organised - Classical Music to Brass Bands

Themed Fancy dress evenings and discos.

Early in the New Year we will begin rehearsals

for our next musical production which is to be

‘Joseph & His Technicoloured Dreamcoat’.

And this will be shown at the end of February.

Happy New Year 2015 From everyone at Lawton Manor

Winter views from our home

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If you would like more information or have any questions about Lawton Manor and theMajesticare way of life, please call our Business Manager, Ann Ball, on 01270 844200

Set in two acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, Lawton Manor, like all Majesticare’s luxury care homes, has always offered the best possible quality of life, and now with our Garden Rooms extension, we can offer our residents, their friends and families even more. We have a number of rooms available, all featuring the highest possible standards of luxury and the latest technology, including full en-suite with shower, electric profiling beds, flat screen TV and extensive views of the countryside or gardens. Our residents benefit from experienced staff who provide personalised care and a whole range of services to enhance their lives. There is no better way to get a feel for the luxury and attention to detail we offer at Lawton Manor than to come for a visit.

If you would like more information or have any questions about Lawton Manor please call 01270 844200

Lawton Manor, Church Lane, Church Lawton, Stoke on Trent, ST7 3DD email: [email protected] website: www.majesticare.co.uk

Lawton Manor Care Home Proud to be Celebrating 25 Years of Caring

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'Show of the Year' at The Winter GardensBLACKPOOL'S Winter Gardens is, once again, the venue for the fabulous event that is the Royal Pigeon Racing Association's 'Show of the Year'!

Best-known (in colloquial parlance) as the 'Pigeon Weekend', this is a legendary, three-day event, which will induce myriad pigeon-fanciers and fellow enthusiasts of the avian family, Columbidae, to 'flock' to England's most popular seaside resort on Saturday/Sunday, January 17th/18th.

The largest gathering of pigeon-fanciers in the UK, this show offers something for the whole family; whether you are a new member, curious about pigeons or a veteran pigeon-fancier (from trade-stands, various groups and organisations, talks, films, young fanciers areas, to the main event [the

showing and judging of thousands of the country's top pigeons]).

More than that, it's an amazing chance for pigeon-fanciers to meet up.

The Blackpool show is, indubitably, one of the larget in the world, and regularly attracts around 25,000 visitors.

It is regarded as the resort's busiest weekend of the year, when hoteliers, restaurateurs, taxi-drivers and shopkeepers welcome pigeon-fanciers and their families with open arms!

Aficionados can buy anything from a £25,000 mahogany loft to a bag of pigeon-corn at one of the 200 or so

trade-stands.

Thousands of avians chamnges hands at sales and auctions, where sums of £10 to, perhaps, £10,000 can be paid for a pedigree racing pigeon or its offspring.

Events are held for young fanciers, and wives and partners go off to the variety of shops.

There is a real brotherhood of fanciers and friends who will meet up from various parts of the country, having not seen their pals since the previous show!

Of course, there is a serious side to the show and in what

can be termed the 'Crufts of the Pigeon World' , approximately 2,500 birds are on display, all attempting to win 'best in show', with the winner going on to the

Supreme Champion class.

When all the hard work is done, the money is counted; all the profit from the show is donated to various charities.

The event supports the British Fanciers' Pigeon Lung Research Team with a sizeable grant each year, enabling it to continue research into this respiratory disease, and it is also the largest, single donor to

ASBAH (Association for Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus) with over £440,000!

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The rest of the money is allocated to charities, including many cancer charities and hospices)suggested by members of the fancy).

The event was conceived in 1972, and, five years later, moved from the Doncaster Racecourse complex to the larger venue of Blackpool's

Winter Gardens, where it has remained.

Admission is by ticket (costing £7 on Saturday, £6, Sunday, and under-18s are admitted free).

The Grand Gala Evening takes place at the Tower Ballroom on Saturday, January 17th, when entertainment will be provided by The Bradford Belles (Zumba dancers), chanteuse, Stevie Stephenson; comedienne, Jo Little, and group, 70s Revamp, with tickets priced at £15.

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Your Country Needs - Seniors!THAT'S the message from the Ministry of Defence which has decided that some over-50s can join the British Army Reserve, thanks to a new recruitment drive.The upper-age-limit for former regular army soldiers has been raised from 43 to 52 and the ceiling for ex-commissioned officers is now 57, as opposed to 35.The changes have been made to reflect the demographics and health of the population, and (avers the MoD) "consequently widens the potential recruitment pool".There were an additional 590 recruits to the army reserve in the year to October, compared with the previous, twelve months, bringing the total to 3,840.However, attrition meant that the total number of reservists rose by just 20 to 19,310, despite a multi-million pound television and online advertising

campaign to attract more recruits to the three armed forces reserves.David Cameron has pledged to raise the number of reservists to 30,000 during the next, four years, as the regular army continues to shed soldiers (its numbers having fallen by 8,000 to just over 94,000).Commented an MoD spokesperson: "We make no apology for revising the age-requirements for ex-regular soldiers to join the reserves, and share their wealth of knowledge and expertise.

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Family entertainers make another, eagerly-awaited returnTHE wonderfully-talented Beardsmith family makes yet another, eagerly-awaited return to Baddeley Green WMC on Friday, January 30th.Beardsmith will be entertaining with three 45-minute spots of Pop, Rock and Variety.Tickets are priced at £5, and these are on sale behind the bar at the Leek New Road venue (which is not open during the daytime, Monday-Thursday), with further information available on (01782) 541246.

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Keyboard nights at Wolstanton WMCWOLSTANTON Workingmen's Club plays host to concerts by professional artists on the first Thursday of each month.

The performances are presented by the North Staffs. Organ and Keyboard Club.

The third Thursday of the month is 'Open Night', when home-players are take their own instruments and, (regardless of age or ability) are given the opportunity to play for fellow-members on their own instruments.

Concert admission is £4 for non-members and £3 for members.

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A better quality of lifeA TEAM of scientists at Britain's leading Human Performance research universities discovered that a major cause of breathlessness is the weakness of the inspiratory or breathing muscles.

Their studies showed people, who strengthen these muscles tend to feel less breathless when undertaking physical activities; this could mean walking up the stairs or doing some essential garden maintenance could feel much easier.

Specific breathing training or Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) involves breathing against an inspiratory load (generated by a training device), which strengthens the

inspiratory muscles in the same way that lifting a dumb-bell strengthens the biceps.

This form of training has been used extensively in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD, e.g., emphysema and chronic bronchitis) and also athletes looking to improve performance.

The concept is simple but very effective; by breathing against a resistance, the diaphragm and intercostal muscles between the ribs adapt and become stronger, resulting in some astonishing health-benefits.

For further information, visit: www.powerbreathe.com

'Our commitment to you is second-to-none'THAT is the promise made by this Crewe-based, high-quality care-provider.

Appositely-named Betamindes offers specialist day-care in its specifically-designed bungalow for people of all ages experiencing memory-problems.

Its domiciliary staff will assist with all the daily activities which aren't as easy as they used to be in your own home.

Whether help is needed for one hour up to 24 hours a day, staff are available to assist seven days a week (including weekends and holidays).

Indeed, Betamindes' commitment to you is 'second-to-none', and includes both personal care and home-help services, in addition to companionship.

Day care at Betamindes gives individuals the opportunity to meet others in a relaxed homely setting (its bungalow is situated in a splendid position, integrated within the local community of Wistaston and within easy reach of Crewe, Nantwich and surrounding areas).

"We offer a diverse range of occupational activities, which stimulate, engage and enable the individual to recognise his or her potential and regain and maintain confidence, positive image and social skills,"

explained a spokesperson.

"Engaging in the activity is more important than the end-result."

Located at 1a, Rope Lane, Wistaston, Betamindes provides a range of non-medical services for people who want to live independently, but find everyday-living activities not as easy as they used to be.

Examples of the extensive list of services provided include companionship, personal care, medication-reminders, meal-preparation, light housekeeping, local transportation and convalescence and respite care.

All Betamindes' staff complete a thorough training-programme, aimed specifically at continuously improving every aspect of the service which they provide.

This comprises enhanced criminal bureau check; personal introductions to carers by management; and carers matched to your needs.

Betamindes also conducts regular quality assurance visits to ensure the relationship with your carer is meeting (and exceeding) expectations.

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We offer a dementia day care in our specifically designed bungalow for people of all ages experiencing memory problems.Our domiciliary staff will assist with all the daily activities that aren’t as easy as they used to be in your own home.Whether you need help with :-

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HEALTH & WELL - BEING IN 2015

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THE LEADING LOCAL HEART CHARITY

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Researchers find that 'vaping' can help smokers to quit

NEW research appears to undermine fears that 'vaping' will encourage non-smokers to take up the habit.

A review by the medical research group, the Cochrane Collaboration, finds that controversial electronic cigarettes, on the contrary, help those who wish to stop smoking (either to quitor by reducing the amount they consume).

Researchers from the UK and New Zealand analysed two, previous, randomised controlled trials on e-cigarettes' role in quitting, and concluded that they had beneficial effects.

They found that almost one in ten (9%) smokers who used e-cigarettes containing nicotine gave up within a year - more than double the 4% wh used nicotine-free vaporisers.

When the review's authors looked smokers using e-cigarettes who had not quit, they discovered that 36% of vaporiser-users had halved their intake of cigarettes, compared with the 28% who did not (despite being given a placebo).

Co-author, Peter Hajek, a professor of clinical psychology at Queen Mary, University of London, admitted that findings were not definitive, because the two trials included only 662 smokers.

"Both trials used electronic cigarettes with low-nicotine-delivery, and it is likely that more recent products are more effective, since previous research suggests that higher and faster nicotine-delivery facilitates treatment-effects," he said.

Commented Ann McNeill, professor of tobacco addiction at the Institute of Psychiatry at King's College, London: "While the studies included were limited in number and used e-cigarettes which are now largely obsolete, the results are clear: e-cigarettes are helping smokers to quit or substantially cut down."

LEADING a 50+ weekly, low-mobility exercise group is no sweat for Age UK mentors, Doreen (88) and Sandra (65), who have put members through their paces every Thursday at Longton Central Hall, since training in 2008.Said Sandra: "Helping older people improve their mobility and reduce the risk of falls is extremely rewarding. Our members have fun getting fit, whilst making new friends."Regular exercise boosts energy, increases confidence and self-esteem, not to mention reducing the risk of heart-disease and strokes.By offering low-cost exercise, walking groups and walking football sessions, the Ageing Well Project encourages older people to keep physically, mentally and socially active.Added Doreen: "The fact that members report significant improvement in their health and well-being through attending our exercise sessions makes my role as a group leader very worthwhile. The exercise helps my arthritis, too."With FREE training available in Spring 2015, Age UK is looking for people like Doreen and Sandra to fill

volunteer vacancies in areas, including Cobridge, Meir, Stoke, Leek Town, Biddulph Moor and Ipstones.Additionally, there are volunteer vacancies, both for walk leaders and for administrative staff (particularly data base input).For further information about our activities programme, project membership or volunteering opportunities:CONTACT: The Ageing Well Team, Age UK North Staffordshire, on (01782) 200739 or 286207.

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A NEW YOU

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HEALTH & WELL - BEING IN 2015Unusual beauty spray launchedA NEWLY-launched product may help millions of women around the country appear more beautiful overnight.

It is not, however, an anti-ageing moisturiser, a wonder cleanser or concealer, the latest must-have beauty product comes in a more unusual form....

We've all heard of the term, 'beauty sleep', but a recent study, published in the scientific journal, Sleep, confirmed 'officially' that a lack of sleep makes you less attractive.

Last year, researchers at Stockholm's Karolinska Institute looked into how forty people viewed subjects deprived of sleep.

Help may be at hand, however, from what could turn out to be the most effective beauty product on the market, in the form of Helps Stop Snoring Spray (which was launched in selected Boots stores and on Boots.com), and has been clinically proven to reduce snoring in 80% of users.

Helps Stop Snoring Spay contains a number of essential oils, which, in combination, offer an easy and effective way to help reduce night-

time noises.

You simply spray Helps Stop Snoring to the back of your throat before you go to bed,

where it works to help tone the soft tissues at the back of the throat - snoring often occurs when these soft tissues relax and vibrate as we breathe during sleeping.

Note: Help Stop Snoring Products use essential oils, and should not be used by pregnant or breast-feeding women.

For further information, visit: www.stopsnoring.co.uk

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Under the NHS a new set of dentures will cost you £219.00*. But on some

occasions a simple reline could be the answer which currently costs £50.50*.

Why suffer with ill fitting teeth, contact

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OUT & ABOUT in 2015

Superb cuts & colours in a friendly atmosphere

FOR the past, eleven years, Vicky Postles has earned a nonpareil reputation as a specialist in all aspects of hairdressing and beauty services at her Wella-stocked, City Centre salon.

Compact in size, but wide-ranging in scope, Faith Hair & Beauty offers a welcoming, friendly atmosphere and first-rate service in every feature of hair design, majoring in superb cuts and colours.

In addition, sole proprietor, Vicky, carries out pre-bonded hair-extensions (see 'Before and After' illustration, showing the 'magic' that she can weave).

The Hanley salon also caters for male customers (cuts starting from £8) and for children (aged three-to-nine-years), costing a mere £6.

On the beauty side, her business offers waxing, nails and facials.

Located at the top of Lichfield Street (adjacent to Hanley's Bus Station), Vicky's business benefits from excellent car-parking

facilities immediately outside the premises.

Faith Hair & Beauty is open from Wednesday to Saturday, from 9.30am to 5.30pm, and during late nights (on request, of course).

To make an appointment, contact Vicky on (01782) 281410, or, for further details, visit her website: www.faithhairdesign.moonfruit.com

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Cellophony takes it bow(s)THE UK's leading cello ensemble is performing an evening of 18th and 19th century German music at the New Vic Theatre, Newcastle, on Wednesday, January 21st.

Cellophony has won a global following and universal acclaim for its unique repertoire and exhilarating delivery, playing at festivals across Europe and as far afield as South Korea.

In conjunction with Concerts at Keele, the New Vic programme will include J S Bach (three preludes and a fugue from 'The Well-Tempered Clavier'), Franz Schubert (three songs from 'Schwanengesang') and Richard Wagner (prelude to 'Tristan und Isolde').

Tickets for the performance (which starts at 7.30pm) are priced at £15, £20.50 and £22 (with concessions and Under-16s Go Free), and are available from the New Vic Box Office or online at www.newvictheatre.org.uk

Fabulously French-Canadian!FOLLOWING summer tours of North America and Europe, the truly stunning band, Le Vent du Nord, is back at the New Vic Theatre, Newcastle, on Monday, January 19th, for a night filled with that special, French-Canadian spirit!

With driving tunes and heart-felt songs, the band mixes French, Irish, Scottish and English tunes and traditions to make thrilling music with a unique, 'Quebecois' sound, and promises another New Vic evening with the very best music from around the world.

Tickets for the performance (which starts at 7.30pm) are priced at £17 and £19 (with concessions and Under-16s Go Free), and are available from the New Vic Box Office or online at www.newvictheatre.org.uk

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CONGLETON IN 2015It's time to meet Lucky Eric - and the 'Bouncers'!

IT'S FRIDAY night: it's disco night - time for 'Bouncers' to come alive!

Yes, Congleton Players' first production of 2015 is the most popular, internationally-acclaimed work of playwright, John Godber (BAFTA-winning author of 'On The Piste', 'Up 'n' Under' and 'Teechers').

Come with the Players back to the '80s, and meet the bouncers - your 'friendly', neighbourhood law-enforcers (well, the law, according to them!) at Congleton's Daneside Theatre in February.

Don't mess with them, though; they may just throw you out.

If you have ever been out at night, you will know the type - black-suited and bow-tied, standing at the entrance.

Four, high-energy actors portray more than 20, different characters in one, crazy night on the town.

Meet giggly girls and lads on the make as they prepare

for their big night-out.

Later, in the tatty, glitzy glamour and flashing lights of the nightclub, follow their progress to the disco-floor, where an entire cross-

section of disco-goers, including a smooth-talking DJ, lipstick and lacquered girls, 'Hooray Henrys', the over-indulged and many more gyrate to the pulsating beat of the '80s nightclub scene.

And, so begins the journey into Friday night under the ever-watchful, ever-ready,

ever-observant - BOUNCERS!

NOTE: THE PLAY CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE.

The four-strong cast comprises Martin Daniel (as Lucky Eric), Andrew Tooth (Les), Daniel Masterson (Ralph) and James Hulme (Judd).

Directed by Simon Wain, 'Bouncers' can be enjoyed from Tuesday, February 3rd, to Saturday, February 7th, starting at 7.30pm.

Tickets, priced at £6 (Tuesday), £8 (Wednesday-Saturday) and £7 (concessionary), are available from Congleton Tourist Information Centre, Tel: (01260)

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BRITISH BREWING INDUSTRY IS "IN EXCELLENT HEALTH", AVERS NEW REPORT

THIS country now boasts the most breweries per head of any country in the world.

That's the message from the Good Beer Guide 2015, pubished by CAMRA (the Campaign for Real Ale), which reports there are are 1,285 breweries operating in this country - one for every 50,000 people and the largest number since the 1930s and '40s.

During the past, twelve months, 170

breweries have opened in the UK, maintaining a growth-rate of over 10% per annum.

Neddless to day, nearly all new breweries are producing cask-conditioned 'real ales' as their core products, giving an even wider choice of beers for drinkers and a welcome boost to the embattled pub sector.

The guide lists breweries throughout the UK, including the 8,000-plus 'real ales' which they produce, alongside 54,940 real ale venues.

Before falling into decline, London was once one of the world's greatest brewing centres, but 2013 saw brewery numbers double.

"Real ale is the only success-story in a declining beer-market," said the guide's editor, Roger Protz (one

of CAMRA's founders).

"New breweries, making hand-crafted beers, continue to come on stream, while many, long-standing regional and family breweries are expanding with new equipment and brands."

Indeed, the continued growth across the whole of the country has been driven by small, independent breweries.

"This latest Good Beer Guide portrays a British brewing industry in excellent health," averred the managing director of the Society of Independent Brewers, Mike Brenner.

"New brewery openings over the last year take the total number of brewers in the UK to over 1,200, a figure that would have been unimaginable to readers of this guide in the 1970s."

The publication also highlights a major swing to real ale among younger imbibers, mocking the image of its aficionados as 'old fogies'.

More than a third of young people aged 18-24 have sampled real ale, and, of those, 87% say that they plan to quaff it again!

The Good Beer Guide 2015 is available for £15.99 (RRP) from all good book shops.

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'A Wee Ken to Remember'NEW Vic favourite, John Shuttleworth, returns to Newcastle-under-Lyme on Wednesday, February 18th, with his latest show.

As heard on BBC Radio 4's 'John Shuttleworth's Lounge Music', our hero wanted to share memories of favourite weekends.

But, by mistake, the poster said 'wee Ken' instead of 'weekend'; so, John has to spend the evening paying homage to his next-door neighbour and solo agent - the diminutive Ken Worthington!

In his brand-new show, 'A Wee Ken to Remember', "Sheffield's funniest man" will perform classic tunes, along with newer ditties.

Tickets for the performance (commencing at 7.30pm) are priced at £19 and £20.50, and can be purchased from the New Vic Box Office or online at www.newvictheatre.org.uk

England's greatest folk musician at NewcastleLAUDED by Q Magazine as "the greatest English folk-song performer of them all", Martin Carthy will be making his first solo visit to Newcastle's New Vic Theatre on Wednesday, January 14th.

A unique singer, a ground-breaking guitarist and a master, musical innovator, Martin has (for almost 50 years) inspired generations of artists - from the likes of Bob Dylan and Paul Simon to Richard Thompson, Martin Simpson and many more - and a special night is assured.

Tickets for the performance (which starts at 7.30pm) are priced at £18.50 and £20.50 (with concessions and Under-16s Go Free), and are available from the New Vic Box Office or online at www.newvictheatre.org.uk

Were you BORN to PERFORM?WHATEVER your age, if you, your child or student is a born performer, enter the Newcastle-under-Lyme Festival for Music, Speech and Drama!

This annual event, organised by volunteers, provides excellent opportunities for ALL ages of amateur performers, and features a wide range of competition classes, with written and verbal adjudication by experts for competitors (and trophies for winners).

"We aim to provide a well-organised and enjoyable festival; a platform for amateur performers of any age age, from far and near, to demonstrate their talents," explained Publicity Officer, Steve Hughes.

The Festival with take place at Newcastle College and St. John Fisher Catholic College on Saturday, March 14th; Friday, March 20th, and Saturday, March 21st, 2015, and ENTRIES NEED TO BE IN BY MONDAY, JANUARY 26TH, 2015.

For anyone who can act, recite, play an instrument or sing, or is in a band or choir, this chance to perform in front of a live audience should not be missed.

Budding composers and poets are also catered for, with competitions to perform their own creations, or have them performed on their behalf.

Competitors are given a verbal and written adjudication by carefully-chosen and respected adjudicators of international standing, and these 'words of wisdom' should help the competitors in the development of their art.

"For the visitor, whether connected to a competitor or not, we provide a pleasant (and, at £1.50 per day), a cheap

day-out, one in which you can see and appreciate the talent of others, matching your conclusions with those of the adjudicator," said Peter Hughes.

"There is a friendly atmosphere at our festivals, and this is reflected in the favourable feedback that we receive from competitors and audience alike.

"In 2014, a total of 1,257 performers took part, and they were supported by an audience of at least an equal number of family, friends and other visitors."

Visit the event's website (www.newcastlefestival.org.uk), which gives details of the 2015 Newcastle Festival for Music, Speech and Drama, and from which the syllabus for the Festival can be read, printed or downloaded.

If no internet and printing facilities are available, contact Steve Hughes on (01782) 787935 for a printed version.

DELICIOUS DEVILRY WILL LEAVE YOU SPELLBOUND!

LAUDED as "completely enchanting" by The New York Times, John Van Druten's famous comedy, 'Bell, Book and Candle', will weave its own, idiosyncratic magic at Newcastle's New Vic Theatre in February.

Take three witches, a bewildered, young man and a rather wicked cat. Mix with a good glug of humour, stir in a dollop of desire.

The result? A deliciously dark tale of treachery and enchantment which will leave you spellbound.

Gillian Holroyd leads a charmed life. And, when her

eye falls on the man upstairs, she soon has him under her spell.

But the family is far from impressed, and gets down to some hocus-pocus of its own. It's a war of the warlocks, with a hapless human playing mortal in the middle!

What begins as an amusing game rapidly becomes more devilishly dangerous.

Torn between two worlds, Gillian is forced to answer the age-old question - is love always

worth the sacrifice?

'Bell, Book and Candle' by London-born playwright,

John Van Druten (1901-57),received its premiere on Broadway in 1950,and the 1958 film (directed by Richard Quine) starred James Stewart, Kim Novak, Jack Lemmon, Elsa Lanchester and Hermione Gingold.

Van Druten is, probably, best-known for the play, 'I Am A Camera',

based on Christopher Isherwood's 1939 short stories, 'Goodbye to Berlin'; it formed the basis of Joe Masteroff's book for the 1966 Kander and Ebb musical, 'Cabaret'.

(When 'I Am A Camera' opened on Broadway in 1951, The New York Time's Walter Kerr wrote a famous, three-word review, "Me no Leica"; however, it went on to win the New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for 1951-52!).

Directed by Gwenda Hughes, 'Bell, Book and Candle' runs from Saturday, February 14th to Saturday, February 28th, at 7.30pm, with 2.15pm matinee performances on Saturdays 21st and 28th.

Tickets (priced at £13-£22, with group-discounts of £2 for parties of ten or more, £2 off for concessionaries and Under-26s Go Free) can be purchased from the New Vic Box Office on (01782) 717962, or online at www.newvictheatre.org.uk

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ACTRESS, Kim Novak, starred in the 1958 film version of 'Bell, Book and Candle' alongside James Stewart, also appearing

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LONDON-born playwright, John Van Druten (1901-57).

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The merits of quality workmanshipIT is self-evident that a high-quality, tailored 'finish' can add instant value and appeal to any property (be it your domicile or business).

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GLORIOUS GARDENS!TWELVE acres of relaxing gardens await visitors to the Dorothy Clive Garden.

Set amidst glorious countryside, where the borders of Staffordshire, Cheshire and Shropshire intersect, this beautiful, hillside garden has continuously evolved since 1940.

In that year, Colonel Harry Clive began landscaping a disused, Victorian quarry for his beloved wife, Dorothy.

Plant enthusiasts will discover lots of unusual species,from the spectacular to the supremely subtle, and an abundance of assorted flora will satisfy all tastes (and many are available to buy!).

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FOR the retail of, or expert repairs to, garage doors in Stoke-on-Trent, nobody does it better than this family-run business!

L T Garage Doors is a highly reputable garage door supplier and fitter, providing complete and comprehensive coverage throughout the whole of Staffordshire.

This business really does offer outstanding quality

workmanship and great value for both installation of, and repairs to, garage doors, meeting and exceeding all your expectations.

The well-established company boasts an extensive range of garage doors ready for supply and fitting, and can also help with the installation of fire doors for any property.

Priding itself on delivering the best products for the best value, L T Garage Doors features its own showroom (located at 1887, Leek Road, Milton), which enables readers to look and try, before purchasing.

If you are looking for garage doors or garage door spares and parts, it welcomes all enquiries, striving for complete customer satisfaction with every project undertaken.

"We have no sales, just low prices all year round," says Lee Taylor.

For further information about what the company has to offer, get in touch on 0800 756 3284 or (01782) 533552 or by emailing: [email protected]

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The Dorothy Clive Garden is both intimate and informal; a network of paths ensure that there is always something to discover and delight.

Throughout the year, the garden hosts a wide variety of events, from small, guided walks to major plant-hunters' fairs.

Home-made food is available, and new are gluten-free choices in the Garden Tea Room.

Situated in North Staffordshire at Willoughbridge, near Market Drayton, close to the Shropshire and Cheshire borders, the Dorothy Clive Garden is located on the A51 midway, between Stone and Nantwich.

During the Winter, the Garden and Tea Room is open from 10am to 4pm every weekend in October, February and March.

Disabled and coach-parking is available.

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STAFFORDSHIRE Police, in partnership with the Staffordshire Safer Roads Partnership, has launched a hard-hitting video to tackle the problem of drink-driving.

The video has been selected as part of a national campaign, co-ordinated by the Association of Chief Police Officers, to target drink- and drug-drivers in a bid to drive down fatal and serious road-traffic collisions, and protect other road-users.

The video tells the story of Harrison King, who, after a night-out, drove at speed through the centre of Uttoxeter - a ride which ended with his Ford Fiesta crashing into a house and railings, from which a metal pole crashed through his windscreen.

A severe wound to the side of his

head was one of a catalogue of injuries he suffered, requiring him to be put into an induced coma. On arrival at hospital,

it emerged that had suffered a broken cheekbone, nerve- and ear-damage, making it difficult for him to walk and even sleep for a while.

He said: "The last thing I remember is eating my tea at about 8 o'clock that evening. I don't remember how I ended up driving that night, it's just a blank."

Commented PC Jason Hughes, a Uttoxeter-based officer, who was on duty that night, saw Harrison speed by just moments before the crash, and was first on the scene: "Harrison nearly lost his life. He could have killed someone else. He narrowly missed a

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van coming in the opposite direction, before he crashed."

PC Hughes, who rescued Harrison from the burning car, before raising the alarm, added: "This is something I don't think I will ever forget, simply because I saw this from start to finish."

Convicted of drink-driving, Harrison was banned from driving, and had to pay court-costs and complete a community service-order at a riding school for disabled people.

Harrison stated: "I want to share my story to discourage people from drink-driving to use me as a learning-curve and not make the same mistakes I made. My advice to other people is: don't take the risk of drinking and driving. It's not if, it's when. You will get caught out."

Between 2011 and 2014, Staffordshire Police arrested nearly 5,000 drink-drivers - 95% of these were

convicted.

Said Chief Superintendent Jeff Moore: "We urge people to 'Stop and Think' - to plan their nights-out beforehand, especially sorting out how they are going to get home, appoint a designated driver that won't be drinking or pre-booking a reputable taxi firm.

"Harrison's predicament happened, because he hadn't made those plans. Thankfully, he survived and did not harm anyone else, but the next person to take the wheel under the influence may not be so lucky."

The video is available to view on the Staffordshire Police You Tube channel. Posters featuring Harrison will be distributed to all licensed premises in Staffordshire to create a stark reminder of the consequences to all those drinking and considering driving home.

Staffordshire Police is increasing uniformed and plain-clothed

officers in and around licensed premises to identify drivers that may not be fit to drive and conduct breath-tests.

The drink-drive campaign is

supported by the Staffordshire Safer Roads Partnership, which includes Staffordshire Police, Staffordshire County and Stoke-on-Trent City Councils and Staffordshire Fire and Rescue as members.

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F U N E R A L S E R V I C E SOptimum advice at a time of personal griefIT is an indubitable truth that the healing process is something which each and every person in the country must experience at least once in his or her life.

For, bereavement is, quite simply, one of the great immutables in quotidian life.

It is, however, equally true that, when it impinges on our consciousness, the overwhelming majority of us are completely unprepared for the demands which it makes upon us.

It is, of course, essential that we are able to cope with the practical and emotional demands encountered at this potentially harrowing time.

The subject of death was a constant theme in conversation and thought in Victorian and Edwardian society, prior to

World War I.

But, now, in the early-21st century, it is something that is (to put it mildly) assiduously avoided.

Accordingly, when we losed a loved one (be it a partner,

relative or a very close friend), it is imperative that we acquire the support, help and care of a

reputable, well-established firm of funeral directors.

This company should possess the requisite experience of dealing with all the arrangements and, at the same time, providing optimum advice at your time of personal grief.

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In truth, grieving is a healing process, and, whilst our sense of loss will never disappear entirely, it will diminish, as a return to normalcy (in terms of working and social life) reasserts itself.

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FOR the third of its four appearances in the Stoke-on-Trent Festival 2014/5 at Hanley's Victoria Hall, the BBC Philharmonic is offering a trio of great works on Friday, February 6th.

Conducted by Juanjo Mena, the concert commences with the rarely-heard Overture, 'Windsor Castle' by Joseph Haydn (1732-1809), to be followed by the Piano Concerto No. 5 ('Emperor') of Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827), with Hannes Minnaar the soloist, and the Symphony No. 3 ('Scottish'), of Felix Mendelssohn (1809-47).

Born in Vitoria, in the Basque region of Northern Spain, Juanjo Mena, one of the country's most distinguished conductors, succeeded Gianandrea Noseda as the BBC Philharmonic's Chief Conductor in 2011.

Tickets for the concert (which starts at 8pm) are priced at £15-£31, and can be purchased from Music Mania Box Office, 4-6, Piccadilly Arcade, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent , Tel: (01782) 206000, and are also available online at www.musicmania.com

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"I treat my customers as if they were members of my own family, and I don't stand for the 'It'll Do' attitude that is prevalent in so many trades," he told us.

Moreover, his business, MS Services, offers such a wide-ranging remit in terms of home improvement (both internal and external) that it encompasses everything from changing a washer to building a house!

M.S. Services encompasses bathrooms, bedrooms, windows, doors and loft-conversions, with exemplary kitchen and bathroom work being Martyn's particular fort'e, as he utilises his wealth of experience and expertise.

However, 2013 saw his business enhanced by moving into the gardening sphere (including,

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Unsurprisingly, MS Services enjoys an abundance of customers' recommendations!

Of course, caring genuinely about your clients has its positive aspects.

"If you treat customers well, you have them for life; they start out as a customer and end up as a friend," commented sole proprietor, Martyn, who is very flexible in his approach to clients.

"I don't give the usual, massive quotes (which are often unfairly inflated to the tune of about 20%), with the result that most established customers never ask for a price. Also, they can buy their own materials, using my own trade-discounts."

MS Services operates over a wide radius, taking in Staffordshire (including the whole of Stoke-on-Trent) and parts of neighbouring Cheshire.

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A perfect paint-match - thanks to Andy!"I HAVE had my car done twice by Andy. The work was excellent on both occasions. I would recommend Andy's work every time, and would not hesitate to use him again."

There are many, fulsome testimonials to the workmanship of Smart Auto Fix technician, Andy Withers, who expertly uses a revolutionary vehicle-repair system which is affordable for ALL car-owners - and this is just one of them!

If you're worried, because your vehicle has picked up a scratch, scuff or dent lately, he operates his Smart Auto Fix Repair Service within Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas, providing a FULLY-MOBILE facility that he'll bring to your home or workplace. operated from a Mobile Mercedes Workshop.

WHAT'S SO SPECIAL ABOUT SMART AUTO FIX? Quite simply, it uses the most advanced colour-analysis technology and the

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"A Smart Auto Fix technician uses the world's most technologically-advanced colour-matching

system, which ensures a perfect paint-match on all painted surfaces across a wide selection of vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, vans, buses, coaches and trucks, meaning no more expensive trips to the bodyshop, or your car off the road for several days," explains

Andy, whose enjoys well over 20 years' experience within the body-repair industry (a fact which shines through, whilst he carries out his work!).

"I work with private, trade and corporate clients, and can offer a repair-solution to suit your requirements, ranging from paint-rectification work, through to colour-coding and paint-code-retrieval at affordable prices."

All repairs are covered by a LIFETIME GUARANTEE, and cost-savings are typically up to 50% (compared to a bodyshop).

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Second anniversary soon for team who offer highly-professional services & honest prices"FOUND Tyre Time this morning on internet. Gave them a call. Cheapest tyres in Stoke-on-Trent by far. Friendly and veryhelpful. Would recommend them to anyone. I know where I'll be going in future and also be telling my family and friends about Tyre Time. Had two, new tyres on front of my car. 10 minutes all done. Cheers, lads!"

Just one of a host of fulsome testimonials from ultra-satisfied customers of Karl Jones and his expert team, who will soon be be celebrating their second anniversary

of highly-successful trading, at Tyre Time, thanks to their knowledge and professionalism.

As all 'savvy' motorists fully realise, tyres are vital to your car, and their upkeep is incredibly important to its performance and safety - problems can make your vehicle unsafe and uneconomical.

You can rely on the Fenton-based business to check your tyres, as well as fit new ones from its large range of different manufacturers.

Boasting the latest technology (including laser-tracking and professional balancing-equipment), Tyre Time offers FREE tyre- and pressure-checks.

WHY RISK YOUR SAFETY, WHEN A QUICK AND AFFORDABLE TYRE-CHECK IS ALL YOU NEED?!

Moreover, Tyre Time is always honest (its FREE advice will never be misleading).

Tyre Time is open six days a week (9am-6pm, Monday-Friday, and 9am-4pm, Saturday), and Karl and his team

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They have both the expertise AND experience to turn their hands to any tyre-related job, and you can rest assured that your vehicle is worked on by professionals.

"We're coming up to the end of our second year, and I'd like to thank

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