Friday 17th June 2011Shildon & District Town Crier Issue 515 Page 1

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Friday 17th June 2011Issue 515

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Visit Locomotion: The National Railway Museum at Shildon on Saturday June 18th and Sunday June 19th for Cab It! – your chance to access some very special vehicles in the museum’s collection.At the Cab It! event, visitors will be able to get

on the footplates of:• LMS Crab No. 13000 – recently cosmetically restored in the NRM Con-servation Workshop at Locomotion• NER 901 Class No. 910 – due to leave Locomotion this summer to go on display at the Stainmore

Railway.In addition, visitors will be able to view the footplate of LMS Stanier Class 8F 2-8-0 No. 45170. This locomotive has been recently repatriated from Turkey, and is due to move this summer to the restora-tion base at Storey Engi-neering in Hepscott.A knowledgeable team of museum staff and volunteers will be on hand to give you an insight into the life of an engine driver, and answer any questions you might have on these historic vehicles.What’s more, the Vintage Carriages Trust’s 0-6-0 saddletank locomotive Sir Berkeley will be in steam throughout the weekend, with one-to-one 30-minute steam locomotive driver experience sessions available for just £50. Participants will have the opportunity to fire and drive this historic locomotive along the museum’s 1km long running line, under the supervision of the museum’s expe-rienced crew. Sessions are limited and must be pre-booked in advance – for more information, call 01388 771439.

Visitors will be able to access the cab of the recently cosmetically restored LMS Crab No. 13000 at Locomotion’s Cab It! event.

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Police and partners set community challengeLocal police have launched an initiative to recruit 1000 new Neighbourhood Watch members in just one week.Challenge 1000 will take place during National Neighbourhood Watch Week (18th - 25th June) and will target locations in Shildon, as well as in Newton Aycliffe, Chilton, Spennymoor and Sedgefield.Police have carefully identified crime areas where there is no Neigh-bourhood Watch.Beat Officers, supported by Durham County Council Wardens, will be calling at households throughout the week of action, encourag-ing residents to join.The scheme is free to join and offers potentially safer neighbourhoods and reduced levels of crime. Members often also enjoy reductions on household insurance premiums.

Neil Langthorne, Police Community Liaison Officer said, “We have seen what can be achieved with the support of the community. Last year we experienced significant reductions in crime, with burglary falling to an almost all-time low.“What we are setting out to achieve is chal-lenging, and through the Challenge 1000 initiative we hope to capture the public’s imagination and build on an already string membership.”Existing members are being asked to introduce friends and relatives to the scheme. Police believe that the intervention of neigh-bourhood Watch members recently prevented the theft of two caravans in Newton Aycliffe. Anyone interested in joining can do so by calling their Police Community Liaison Officer on 0345 60 60 365.

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In Memoriam In Memoriam

Birthdays

Birthdays Birthdays

ClassifiedsAll about local people...

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Norman Robertson

Grandsons Tony, Alan, Richard

& Son-in-Law Georgexxx

Fond memories of a much-loved Granda

& Father-in-Law

Died 17.6.2001

The last 10 years have rolled on, but you are still held

very much in our hearts & minds. Thank you so much

for everything

Margaret Donoghue

Love you always,Claire, Tony, Shannon,

Ebony & Anthonyxxx

Treasured memories of a loving Gran

& Great-Grandma

15.6.2010

Remembered every day

Margaret Donoghue

Love from Kimberley

xxx

Remembering a loving GranMissing you loads, but

happy memories live on

15.6.2010 - Gran

Margaret Donoghue

Catherine, Daniel, Ethan & Ella-Rae

xxx

One year has passedStill in our heartsMiss and love you

More each day

Gran - 15.6.2010

Patricia Hunter

Love from Julie, Anthony, Kieron & Charlotte

xxxx

Sadly missed, always in our thoughts Mam

Died 16th June, 2005

Margaret Donoghue

Margaret & Brian

You are not forgotten Loved one

Nor will you ever be As long as life

And memory last We will remember thee

15.6.10 - Mam

Birthday Memories

Phyllis Aldworth

Joss, Mary & family

It would have been your Birthday 17th June,

Today, but sadly You were taken away

Kevin Comerford

Love Margaret, Gary, Kevin, Abbie,

Natalie & Jackxxx

Loving Birthday Wishes Kevin, on your 70th

15th June, 1941

Father’s Day Memories

Ray Clarkson

Loved & never forgotten, Patrick, Stephen & Vincent

xx

Thinking of you on Father’s Day Dad

Dad

Miss you so much

Jack Woodward

Lots of love, Susan, Wayne, Louise,

Scott, Tia, Kaitlyn, Keiron & Lacey-Mae

xxx

Happy Father’s Day Dad, Granda, Great-Granda

Love and miss you everyday

Need to contact The Crier about a Classified?T: (01388) 775 896E: crier@talk21.com

Leah Toms

Love you always,Mum, Aysha & Brian

xxx

20th June 2011

Happy 13th BirthdayHow many days!

13!

Frankie John Owen

Love you lots, from Mammy

& Daddyxxx

19.6.2011

Our baby, 1 todayHappy Birthday

to our precious Son

Owen

From Georgia-Lee, Serena & Aaliyah

xxx

Happy Birthday FrankieWe love you so much

Frankie John Owen

Lots of love and kisses from

Nana, Grandad, Uncle Daniel & Auntie Georgie

19th June

Happy 1st Birthday to our special little Grandson

Isabel Grace Owen

Lots of love,Mammy & Daddy

16th June

Happy 2nd Birthday

Isabel Grace Owen

Love your Big Brother Lewisxx

Happy 2nd Birthday Izzy

Isabel Grace OwenHappy 2nd Birthday to Nan & Granda’s

special little princess

xx

Robert (Bob) Hanson

Thinking of you always, Love Lisa, Craig & Ben

xxx

Sending Birthday Wishes to a special Dad on your

80th Birthday

14th June

Father’s Day Memories

Aaron Ross

Love you all the world,

Mam & Andyxxxxx

16.6.11

Happy 6th Birthday to a special precious boy

Aaron Ross

Love from Karen, Barry, Kieran &

Corraxxx

Enjoy your 6th Birthday Aaron

Grace Walker

Lots of love from Hubby Keithxxx

17th June

Happy 65th Birthday Gracie

65!

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Jamie Horner

Love Mam, Peter & Abbyxxx

18th June

Happy 21st Birthday

21!

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Acknowledgements

New Shildon All Saints Baden Powell Scout Group would like to thank Shildon Football Club Supporters for allowing us to have a stall at their Fun Day. We raised a magnificent sum

of £37.50

The Reverend Rupert Kalus of St John’s Church had the pleasure of baptising a little girl last weekend.Laura Jane Mensforth, who

was born on 14th March 2011, was welcomed into the Church by Rev Kalus and the congregation.Her parents, Jeanette and Paul Mensforth of

Little Laura baptised at St John’s

Laura Jane Mensforth with her parents, Godparents and sponsors.

Tynedale Walk, chose Karen Maddison and Shirley Quinn as Godparents.They also selected four sponsors for their daughter; Jack Mensforth,

Thomas Mensforth, Paul McLeavey and Kelly Parkinson,A reception for friends and family followed at Elm Road Club.

Footballing memories

The recent Royal Wedding brought memories flooding back for many of other royal occasions over the years. Jim Morland dug out this old photograph

of Shildon County Modern School football team from the Coronation Year, 1953.It’s interesting to see how the lads grew over the years and how new faces

came into the team. No doubt these pictures will bring back lots of fond memories of action both on and off the school field all those years ago.

Many of these young lads can still be seen walking the streets of Shildon, maybe now not so young but we’re sure that you’ll recognise a few of them!

The line up, back row left to right being: Mr. Newby, B. Storey, H. Sedgewick, J. Morland, A. Anderson, N. Cockburn, A. Dickinson and Mr. Waine. Front row left to right: B. Conlon, P. Bowron, T. Hutchinson, I. Hunter, S. Burton.

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Dear Editor,

I have to say I am disgusted at the council after my 23 month-old daughter fell down a drain in Laurel court.

The 3 small drains had no covers and sharp pieces sticking out that could cause serious injury to a small child.

My daughter was extremely lucky not to break her leg, but did suffer very nasty scrapes and scratches.

The drains were reported to the council once on Wednesday and again on Friday and the council STILL haven't been to fix them.

We have had no option but to fill them and cover them as best we can in order to prevent another child getting seriously hurt.

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From 1.30pm to 3.30pm on Thursday 23rd June, course-goers and learn about Internet Confidence for just £5.A Protection of Vulnerable Adults class will be held on Monday 27th June from 9.30am to 12.30pm.Webcams and Skype is to be held on Thursday 30th June, from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. This class costs £5.

Working with Music will take place on Thursday 7th July from 1.30pm to 3.30pm costing £5, and Working with Photos will be held on Thursday 14th July from 1.30pm to 3.30pm - also costing £5.Places are limited, to book your place or for more details contact Joanne Harwood or Susie Bird on 01388 772526.

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This week in History

June 1915

The British Women’s Institute was founded.

17 June 1885

The Statue of Liberty arrived in New York Harbor.

18 June 1940

Winston Churchill gave his “Finest Hour” speech.

June 1978

Garfield appeared in his first comic strip.

20 June 1837

Queen Victoria succeeded to the British throne.

21 June 1854

The first Victoria Cross was awarded during the bom-bardment of Bomarsund in the Åland Islands.

St. John’s Summer FayreSt. John’s Church Summer Fayre will take place on Saturday 25th June from 10.30am to 12.30pm.

Entrance is just 30p which includes a free cup of tea. Other refreshments will also be served.

60s Disco NightShildon Civic Hall will host a 60’s Disco Night cel-ebrating all your favourite blasts from the past, with quizzes and prizes. The event was previously

held at Sunnydale and entry is just £2 on the door. “Come along and enjoy your favourite dance tracks from the 50s, 60s and 70s,” said a spokesperson.

Shildon Horticultural ShowA special meeting will be held at the Waverley Terrace Allotments on Sunday 19th June at 10am to

discuss the ways and means of obtaining sponsorship and donations for this year’s Shildon Horticultural Show.

Town Council agree grantsAt the recent meeting of the Shildon Town Council the Resources Committee heard several applications for grant aid. Submissions from the Every Other Tuesday

Group, Shildon Salvation Army Youth Clubs, Shildon Garden and Allotment Guild and the Wellbeing of Women Charity were all granted sums ranging from £25 to £50 each.

Major Linda Watson Salvation Army, Rev Rupert Kalus Shildon St John's C of E, Father Dennis Tindall of St Mary's Catholic Church in Bishop Auckland and Reverend Jeffrey Spencer, Methodist minister after the service.

Co-operative Funeralcare in Church Street held a service of rededication recently, after the premises was re-furbished.Manager Jenette Sisson started the service by asking the ministers to re-dedicate the area of the Rooms of Remembrance to God and the ministers conducted the

service of re-dedicationThey then blessed each of the three private rooms of remembrance individu-ally and those people who would rest in them and all families of deceased people.The mayor of Shildon, Ann Hammond and her consort Mike Stott came along, also

Councillor Gareth Howe and his wife Judith. There were also represent-atives from the police and the Co-operative board, as well as the chaplain of Bishop Auckland General Hospital, Patsy Ottewell.An open day for members of the public was held after the service.

Shildon’s Northern Citrines Jazz Band has been left without transport for the second time in just a year, after their coach has failed to start for over a week.The band is set to play in the qualifying rounds of the 2011 World Championships in Wales and is appealing to readers to help them get there.A spokesperson said, “We are appealing for anyone who can help us find out

what is wrong with the coach, and maybe even help fix it, to get in touch.”Anyone who may be able to help is urged to call 01388 775728 or email northern-citrines@yahoo.co.uk.Almost the exact same thing happened to the unlucky band last year, when their bus was deemed un-road-worthy and irrepa-rable and they quickly had to raise the funds to buy a new one.

Jazzband pleads for help

Churches join together to bless rooms of remembrance

Choir celebrationA concert by Blackwell Ladies’ Choir will be held at Shildon Methodist Church on Thursday 7th July from 7.30pm.

Tickets, which include light refreshments, can be purchased for a donation of £3 from any member of Shildon Methodist Church

Choir.“Come and share an evening of easy listening music,” said a spokesper-son for the event.”

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A new digital TV enabling prospective council tenants to search for a home without having to leave their armchair has been launched in County Durham.Residents can now view and bid for available properties across the area by switching over to the Looking Local interactive channel.The service, also available on the internet, includes a range of information and advice on housing issues.It has been launched by the Durham Key Options Partnership, which includes Durham County Council, East Durham Homes, Sedgefield Borough Homes,

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Derwentside Homes, Durham City Homes, Dale and Valley Homes, Cestria Housing and Teesdale Housing Association.Andrew Burnip, Durham County Council housing solutions core team manager, said: “We are constantly looking to improve and widen the ways in which our customers can access the full range of services and support we provide.“The digital TV service means people can browse available properties, put in a bid and get advice and in-formation on housing issues wherever and whenever

they need it.”The Looking Local channel can be viewed in the following ways:• Sky viewers – go to channel 539 and press the red button.• Virgin viewers – press the red home button, choose Interactive (option 7), select news and info then Looking Local (option 6).• From a WII or PC – visit www.lookinglocal.gov.uk• From a web-enabled mobile phone – text your postcode to 61061.Follow the on-screen instructions and select the Durham Key Options section.

A 25 year-old man from Dent Street has been charged in connection with seven thefts from motor vehicles within Shildon. The man will appear before Newton Aycliffe Magis-trates Court on Wednesday 29th June.A 35 year-old man from

Gurney Street in Darlington has also been charged in connection with six thefts from motor vehicles and one vehicle interference in the Shildon area. The male will appear before Newton Aycliffe Magistrates Court on Friday 17th June.

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Overnight on Sunday 5th June, eight baby goslings were stolen from an allotment on West Auckland Road, Shildon.The owner is very upset and has made numerous enquires around the area to locate and recover the

The first booklet of poetry by David Coates entitled 'A mother breastfeeding her baby' is now available from the Town Crier office or Lily Lloyd Flowers in Church Street, Shildon for £5.David Coates is a local poet who has been writing

Booklet of poetry for 40 years and his work has been published in many different magazines and anthologies over the decades, including the Northern Echo.He is currently working on a second volume, which should hopefully be ready by Autumn 2012.

birds.If any person has been offered the birds or has any knowledge of their whereabouts, please contact PC 2393 Paul Rogers at Newton Aycliffe Police Station on 0345 60 60 365.

Stolen birds Don’t forget to donateWith the arrival of summer and the warmer weather it brings, NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is reminding blood donors in Shildon to remember the constant need for blood all year round, whatever the weather.Tuesday 14th June 2011 marks the internationally celebrated World Blood Donor Day; the birthday of Dr Karl Landsteiner who discovered the ABO blood group in 1901. New and existing donors who are eligible to donate are encouraged to celebrate this event by making an appointment at their local session during the summer period.Donated blood is used

not only in accident and emergency situations but also for patients undergoing surgery and receiving treatment for cancer and blood diseases, such as leukaemia. Currently 7,000 units of blood are needed everyday to help save the lives of sick and injured patients across England and North Wales yet only four per cent of the eligible population give blood.Darren Bowen from NHSBT, said, “Blood has a limited shelf life of 35 days for red blood cells and just five days for platelets. Because of this, it is important that both existing and new blood

donors come forward and donate regularly so we can ensure that vital supplies of blood are available for the patients that need them.”Blood donors can donate three times a year and the process of giving blood takes around an hour - with the actual donation taking about ten minutes. Booking an appointment in advance minimises waiting times and allows you to select a location and time to donate that suits you.A session will be held at Shildon Methodist Church Hall on Friday 24th June from 2.30pm to 3.45pm and again from 4.30pm to 7pm. Visit www.blood.co.uk or call 0300 123 23 23.

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Shildon Police are appealing for witnesses and infor-mation to the following incidents.• Between 7pm on Sunday 12th June and 9am on Monday 13th June, an allotment in Lambton Street was broken into and a set of wire cutters and two ornamental knives were taken.• Between midnight and

Police appeals12.25am on Saturday 11th June, unknown persons have attempted to gain entry to Clem’s fish shop in Albert Street. • Between midday on Saturday 11th June and 7.40pm on Sunday 12th June, a brick was thrown through a window of a house in Victoria Street.• Between 7.30pm on Wednesday 8th June and

Poetry CornerThe Joys of Technology

Oh hecky thump and thumping heckI’m climbing up the wall

All I’m trying to do you seeIs make a little call

I’m sitting here and fumingI really have no choice

But to grit my teeth and listen toA disembodied voice

“We thank you for your patience”(That vanished long ago)

“Your call’s important to us”(Is that really so?)

But what really gets me goingAnd frankly makes me sick

It’s the meter racking up its changeWith a constant tick, tick, tick

Besides the fact I’m fed upAnd not having any fun

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I hear a human voiceBut no, hang on, just wait a moIt’s the dreaded OPTION CHOICE

Number one’s no good, nor number twoAnd nor is number three

They are far removed from taking meWhere I want to be

Numbers four and five are uselessSo I click on number sixAnother set of options

Now I’m really feeling sick!Finally I reach at last

A lady known as EmmaI explain to her in detailThe cause of my dilemma“I’m sorry I can’t help youIt’s not that I don’t care

You need another departmentWait, I’ll transfer you there”

I wait and wait and wait and wait and waitTrying not to feel rejected

I hear a click, a humming soundOh no! I’m disconnected!

With pounding head and heart like leadI admit defeat

I make myself a cup of teaAnd something nice to eat

Later on today when I’ve calmed downAnd feel a little better

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By Anonymous

6.25pm on Friday 10th June, a blue Ford Sierra motor vehicle was taken from Vaughan Street.• Between 12.45am on Thursday 9th June and 7am on Friday 10th June, a silver/blue 50cc Peugeot V Click moped was taken from a rear yard in Burke Street.Anyone with information is urged to call 0345 60 60 365.

Bishop Auckland and Shildon Area Action Partnership (AAP) has welcomed a new chairman.Councillor Rob Yorke, who represents West Auckland electoral ward at Durham County Council, has replaced Michele Armstrong chief executive of 2D.Board members elected Councillor Yorke at their public meeting last month.He said, “I'd like to thank Michele for all of her hard work last year, she worked

extremely hard and that has shown in the excellent work completed over the past 12 months" “I am looking forward to the year ahead and I am confident that the AAP will continue to demonstrate the positive difference it has made in our area and to many individuals and groups in the community.”Michele Armstrong said, “Over the last year the AAP board has delivered real outcomes and opportuni-

AAP welcomes new chairmanties for our communities; it was a privilege to lead such a dedicated board and staff team. “The AAP has a lot of work still to do and will continue, I am sure, under the leadership of Rob as a driving force.”Bishop Auckland and Shildon AAP is one of 14 Area Action Partnerships set up by Durham County Council in 2009 to help the council better engage with members of the public.

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Shildon Supporters’ Family Fun DayAfter a successful Family Fun Day, the Supporters Club would like to pass on their thanks to the many people who helped make the day such a hit, despite the weather!They would like to express their thanks to Sweet Greetings, Main Street News and One Stop Shop for their kind donations. Also PE&L Carnival Funfares, Auckland Castles, The Tearaways, Shildon Scout Movement, Sure Start, MacMillan Cancer Trust, Thermals &

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Shildon AFC close season progressWith the recent departures of Daniel ‘Bobby’ Moore, Sam Garvie, Jamie Harwood, Sonny Andrews, Andrew Johnson, Darren Hollingsworth, John Agbatar and Steven Walklate, Shildon AFC manager Gary Forrest and assistant Stuart Niven have been very active behind the scenes in this close season.They have both agreed that the squad needs to be freshened up, and have brought in several new arrivals: Chris McCabe, a very

combative and highly respected centre midfield player from Blythe.Steven Baptiste, a quick and skilful attacking midfielder, hugely talented and still only 21, signed from Gateshead.Leon Scott from Whitby. A powerful and energetic player who is comfortable in possession.Richard Paxton, a natural centre half who played for Newcastle Benfield last year.Ben Christensen, also signed from Blythe, is a defensive right back who

is quick and good in the air.John Toft from Sunderland RCA who is a well known attacking forward.Warren Byrne, top league goal scorer last season with Newton Aycliffe - a top class finisher.A change in the backroom staff has also taken place, with coach Paul Aldsworth (Pele) leaving the club. Replacing him is Stuart Gooden, who was on the management team at Chester-le-Street last season and is manager of Hetton Lyons.

Junior fishing match resultsThe results of the latest Junior Fishing Match held on June 4th at Eden Grange off Dale Road are as follows:1st – Luke Renolds – 5lb 2oz

2nd – Joe Lewis – 4lb 10oz3rd – Lliam Johnson – 3lb 7oz.The next open junior match is on Saturday 2nd July.

from Morecambe on the Saturday morning and stopping at Boroughbridge overnight for drinks and rehabilitation. The next morning they will be heading off to Bridling-ton, hopefully finishing their trip on Sunday tea-time. Eight bikers will attempt the challenge with the support of a mechanical technician (red van man). In 2009 the BERCS raised £4600, which was then split between the Macmillan

Nurses and LUPUS. A spokesperson for the cyclists said, “Our aim is to try and beat that figure this year and we can possibly can do it with your help.”Anyone who would like to support this challenge with sponsorship or donations can contact please contact B Burn, G Coley, N Franklin, P Wild, I Wickins, I McMahon, K Wild, S Hall, G Scott or G Howe. Contact 07816 831 069 for more details.

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