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Friday 12th April 2013Shildon & District Town Crier Issue 608 Page 1
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Staying awake all night for charity might be an unusual way to raise funds, but for the youth of Saint John’s Youthgroup it fitted the bill perfectly.
Friday night, 5th April, saw them arriving at the church with much laughter, and plans for the hours that stretched ahead. There was food in
abundance (just in case anyone fancied a midnight snack) a pile of DVDs, long-haul games like ‘Risk’ and copious amounts of craft materials. The night passed in a blur of activity and when Revd. David called in at 7.15am on Saturday morning, it was to find them all just finishing a fry-up breakfast cooked by one of the leaders, Neil Cleasby, whilst youth worker Helen Shepherd was sorting them into teams for a final game of bench ball. There was of course a serious purpose behind all the fun; it was to raise money for street children in the Philippines. These children often have nowhere to sleep, no bed, and little chance of a future. The youngsters were determined to make a difference and to help give these children a future and, as they stayed awake all night, it was with these children in mind.Revd. David commented afterwards that, “Our Shildon young people are teenagers to be proud of – well done Saint John’s Youthgroup.”
The youngsters enjoyed their fried breakfast after staying awake all night.
Youth Group stay awake all night for charity
The Bishop Auckland Food Festival 2013 is set to cement the town’s position on the foodie map of Britain. The 2013 festival, which takes place on April 20th-21st, boasts a stunning array of some of the best regional food and drink producers, with an impressive 45 home-grown Durham businesses from across the county taking part. The producers have been hand-picked to ensure a great choice of the finest fresh produce and culinary delights. The festival received almost double the amount of applications for stalls than are available – a positive sign for the future of the food festival and for the visitors who flock to the event each year looking for something new and distinc-tive to tempt their taste buds. The 2013 festival has significantly increased
in size, featuring four free markets. A dedicated Durham producers’ market will take place in the grounds of Auckland Castle, showcasing the best of our native produce, from beer to beef and fish to fudge, with a number of exciting new faces taking part. The fledgling micro-brewery, Sonnet 43 Brew House and IK Fish, the award-winning fishmonger from Durham City’s Indoor Market, are both attending this year’s festival for the first time. Rather than the standard appearance of a continental market, Bishop Auckland Food Festival has invited a visiting market from Cumbria to take part and celebrate the best in Northern regional cuisine. A full line-up of all the producers attending is available on the website www.bishopaucklandfood-festival.co.uk.
Food Festival set to be biggest yet
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In Memoriam In Memoriam In Memoriam In Memoriam Birthdays
ClassifiedsAll about local people...
Town Crier Shildon & District
Peter Tomlinson
Your loving Wife,Sharon
xxx
One year today you were taken from me
I’d make a hundred wishes And a thousand tears I’d cryJust to bring you back to me
Even just to say goodbye
16.4.12
All the love I have for youWill never fade away
I get strength to carry onKnowing we’ll meet again
someday
Peter Tomlinson
Love Jordan, Aleasha, Isabelle & Alexander
xxxx
In loving memory of our special Grandad
We love and miss you every day
16.4.12
Peter Tomlinson
All our love, Mam & Shaun
xx
In loving memory of a dearly loved Son-in-Law & Uncle
Sadly missed, always loved & remembered
Peter Tomlinson
Love Donna & Imanxx
In memory of a special person in our lives
We only have memories to look back on, but the love in our hearts will stay forever
16.4.12
Peter Tomlinson
Peter, Sharon, Kevin, Emma, John & families
xxx
In loving memory of a beloved Brother-in-Law
& UncleSadly missed &
remembered always
Philip Horsley
Colin
Missing you very much16.4.2012
Everett Dickinson
Love Dad, Toad, Jaya, Amber, Carrol
& family
A silent thoughtA quiet prayer
For a special personIn God’s care
April 10th 2006
Peter Tomlinson
Loved and missed,Lynn, Brian
& familyxxxx
A dearly loved Brother & Uncle
16th April
One year todayGod called your name
And took away your pain
Anne Thompson
Love always,David & Judith
xxx
We think of you in silenceWe often speak your name
What would we giveTo hear your voice
And see your face again
15th April 2012
Anne Thompson
Love you always Gran,Katie & Luke
xxx
Gentle Jesus up aboveGive our GranA kiss from us
15th April 2012
Anne Thompson
Davidxxxx
A year has pastWill always miss you
Always love youAlways be with you
15th April 2012
Jenny Fodden
Love Davidxxx
Jenny & Anne always be together
4th May 2012
Anne Thompson
Miss you lots Mam & Auntie Jenny,
Suzanne & Russellxxxx
We would give up all our tomorrows for a yesterday
with you
15.4.12
Jenny Fodden4.5.12
Anne Thompson
Jessiexx
Never more than a thought away
Missed more than words can say
Jenny FoddenSisters
Anne Thompson
Darren, Tracy, Mandy, Paul, Jonathan, Louise
& Matthewxxx
Always in our heartsMuch-missed Mam,
Granny & Auntie
4th May 2012Jenny Fodden
15th April 2012
Jenny Fodden
Love always,David, Judith,
Katie & Lukexxx
No longer in Our lives to shareBut in our hearts
You’re always there
4th May 2012
Birthday Memories
John Bainbridge
Love Mam, Dad & family
Some said it would get easier
But that’s not how its goneWe seem to miss you
more and moreThe longer time goes on
60th Birthday
Christine Lewis
Love you always,Wally
xxx
Still loved and missedAnd still very dear
Wishing with all my heartThat you were here
11.4.48
And this, your BirthdayI cannot share
But in my heart You are always there
BirthdaysGillian Robinson
Love John, Mandy,Gemma, Rihanna
xxx
Happy 50th Sis
50!
Gillian Robinson
Love Mandy, Gary, Stacey, Becky, Josh
& Danielxxx
Happy 50th Sis
50!
Gillian Robinson
Love always,Dadxxx
Happy 50th to my Daughter
Gillian Robinson
Love Tina, Mick, family
Happy 50th Sis
Gillian Robinson
Happy 50th Birthday
14th April
Lots of love, Charlie, Christopher, Liam
xxx
50!
Gillian Robinson
Love Debra, Dave, family
Happy 50th Sis
Dawn Mulley
Love Dad (Robinson)xxx
Happy 50th
50!
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Lauren Bowden18 on 9th April
Love you loads,Grandma & Michael
x
18!
Lauren Bowden9th April
Love you loads,Mam & Dad
x
18!Happy 18th Birthday Lauren
ClassifiedsAll about local people...
Birthdays
Lauren Bowden
Love Kim & Brianx
Happy 18th Little Sis
Lauren Bowden
Love you loads, Paulx
Happy 18th Loz
Lauren Bowden
Love Granda Cec & Nanna Lily
x
Happy 18th
Lauren Bowden
Love Auntie Shell, Uncle Pete & Ella
x
Happy 18th Loz
Birthdays
Jessica Rose Gibson12.04.00
Loads of love from Mam & Andy
xx
Happy 13th Birthday to my beautiful Daughter
Rayth Morland11.4.05
Love you love millions! Enjoy your party!
Mam & Dadxx
Happy 8th Birthday to a special little boy
Birthdays
Gillian Robinson
Love Shaun & AnnGirls & John
xxx
Happy 50th Birthday
14th April 2013
Rayth Morland
Love Grandmaxx
Special GrandsonHappy 8th Birthday
Rayth Morland
Lv Jamie, Kurt & Livxxx
Happy Birthday Brov
Shauna Baynham
With all our love,Mam & Dad
xxxxx
21!Happy 21st Birthday
Have a lovely day
Shauna Baynham
With all our love, Tonilee, Tony, Terri, Billiejo,
John & Charliexxxx
Happy 21st Birthday Sis
Shauna Baynham
Love Stacy, Brandon & Ewin
xxx
Happy 21st Birthday Shauna
Shauna Baynham
Love Granda, family
Happy 21st Birthday
Laura Wilson13.4.1992
Love Mam & Dadxxxxx
Happy 21st BirthdayEnjoy your night out
21!
Harley Thomas Dunn16th April
Love you lots and lots,Mamxxx
Happy 4th Birthday gorgeous boy
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Acknowledgements
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Election of Town CouncillorsThursday 2nd May 2013
Sunnydale Ward of Shildon Parish6 Councillors required
(No election will take place for this ward due to only 6 Councillors standing)
Name of Candidate Address of Candidate Description
BANNISTERTheda May
Cottage Road Shildon
Labour Party Candidate
GORDONMuriel
Foundry StreetShildon
Labour Party Candidate
IDDONLeslie
Burnie GardensShildon
Independent
NICHOLSONHenry
Association StreetShildon
Labour Party Candidate
STOTTMichael Anthony
Burnie Gardens Shildon
Independent
WALKER Allan
Primitive StreetShildon
Labour Party Candidate
Thickley Ward of Shildon Parish6 Councillors required
BIRDStuart Christopher
Dale RoadShildon
Independent
HAMMOND Ann Patricia
Burnie GardensShildon
Independent
HANCOCKDavid Michael
St John’s RoadShildon
Independent
KERRChristine
QueenswayShildon
Independent
MILLERJeffrey
Jubilee CrescentShildon
Labour Party Candidate
QUINNPeter
Jubilee RoadShildon
Labour Party Candidate
QUINNShirley
Jubilee RoadShildon
Labour Party Candidate
STOKOEChristopher
Jasmine AvenueShildon
Independent
Byerley Ward of Shildon Parish5 Councillors required
BURDESSMatthew Paul
Byerley RoadShildon
Labour Party Candidate
HOWEGareth Michael
Dean StreetShildon
Liberal Democrat
HUNTINGTONJames Garry
Central ParadeShildon
Liberal Democrat
PEMBERTONPatricia Ann
BolamDarlington
Labour Party Candidate
STOKERBrian Henry
Main StreetShildon
Independent
STOTTThomas Joseph
Burnie GardensShildon
Independent
WILSONJohn
BolamDarlington
Labour Party Candidate
Two cars parked in Thickley Terrace, Shildon, were ex-tensively damaged in the early hours of Sunday 7th April when a car seemingly collided with the two vehicles. The driver who caused the damage failed to stop and police are now appealing for witnesses to
help track him or her down.The car in question is a Suzuki Swift 2005 - 2010, model G.L or S23 1.3, which is likely to have extensive damage to the passenger side.Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101.
Parked cars damaged
Villagers oppose turbinesResidents in Redworth are opposing the erection of a wind turbine just outside the village.Those opposing the plans believe that the proposal
contravenes a key principle to ‘protect the countryside for the sake of its’ intrinsic character and beauty, the diversity of its landscapes, heritage and wildlife.’
Daniel Joseph Coatsworth of Addison Road, Leeholme, was arrested and charged with two counts of theft of alcohol recently. The first offence occurred at the Co-op in Redworth
Road, Shildon, on 21st March, the second at Morrison’s in Bishop Auckland on 2nd April.The 20 year-old will appear before Newton Aycliffe Magistrates on Wednesday 24th April.
Alcohol thief arrested
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Do you have difficulty shopping for food?
Whether you have difficulty with transport to the shops, find it difficult to carry bulky or heavy shopping bags home, have a limited choice of food to buy or are incurring high food costs, then why not try Age UK’s shopping club? Using the Shildon Community Bus, the group will pick you up near to your home and take you to one of the major
supermarkets in Bishop Auckland. Once there, you can take your time choosing your food shopping, club together with others to take advantage of offers such as ‘buy one get one free’, and enjoy a cuppa and a chat in the super-market café. When you have finished shopping, the organisers will take you back to your pick-up point.
“If you are over 50 and living on the Jubilee Fields Estate why not let the Age UK County Durham Come Dine With Us project make your food shopping easier?” asked a spokesperson. There will be a small charge for the service towards the use of the minibus. For more information call Sara on 0191 374 0930 or email comedinewithus@ageukcountydurham.org.uk.
Election of County CouncillorsThursday 2nd May 2013
Shildon and Dene Valley Electoral Division3 Councillors required
Name of Candidate Address of Candidate Description
BEALKenny
Pilkington Way, Auckland Park
Wear Valley Independent Group
HANCOCKDavid Michael
St John’s RoadShildon
Independent
HOWEGareth Michael
Dean StreetShildon
Liberal Democrat
HUNTINGTONJames Garry
Central ParadeShildon
Liberal Democrat
INGLEDEWRobert
Eskdale GardensShildon
Independent
NICHOLSONHenry
Association StreetShildon
Labour Party Candidate
PEMBERTONTrish
BolamDarlington
Labour Party Candidate
STEPHENSBrian
Jubilee CrescentShildon
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At approximately 5.30pm on Friday 5th April, a 76 year-old resident of Auckland Terrace, Shildon, disturbed someone breaking into his garden shed.A struggle ensued, during which the victim was threatened, head-butted and forced to the ground.
The assailant was described as male, white, 5’8” tall and spoke with a North-East accent.If anyone has any informa-tion as to the identity of the person responsible, they are urged to contact Shildon Neighbourhood Policing Team on 101.
Man head-butted in disgraceful attack
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Overnight between Monday 8th and Tuesday 9th April an attempt was made to force entry into a motor vehicle parked in Auckland Terrace. Those responsible may have been disturbed,
as the metal bar used was left in-situ and no entry was gained.Anyone with information should contact police on the non-emergency number, 101.
Thieves disturbed?
This week in History11 April 1951
The Stone of Scone is found on the site of the altar of Arbroath Abbey.
The Euro Disney Resort officially opens with its theme park Euro Disneyland.
Henry V is crowned Holy Roman Emperor.
First edition of the Highway Code published in Great Britain.
Insulin becomes generally available for use by people with diabetes.
Virginia Tech massacre: The deadliest spree shooting in modern American history.
12 April 1992 13 April 1111
14 April 1931 15 April 1923 16 April 2007
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The next PACT meeting for the Dene Valley area will be held at the One Stop Shop, Eldon Lane, from 6pm on Wednesday 17th April. Ron Hogg, the recently
elected Police and Crime Commissioner for County Durham, will be attending and will answer any questions about issues that affect this area.
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The NHS County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust’s Talking About Cancer (TAC) team is working within the local community to help raise awareness of cancer.An information stand will be in M&M Pharmacy, 14 Church Street, Shildon, on Wednesday 8th May, from 9.30am to 11.30am.The stand will be focusing on bowel and lung cancer awareness and a member of
the TAC team will be there for you to talk to, along with leaflets and information for you to take away with you.Research shows early detection of bowel cancer and increased awareness of the NHS bowel screening programme increases survivor rates and ultimately save lives. The awareness sessions aim to provide good quality, easy to understand infor-mation about the signs
and symptoms of cancer along with the screening programmes available. The intention of the session is to encourage members of the public who may be concerned to visit their GP sooner. If your group or organisa-tion would be interested in having an awareness session, contact Karen Moore on 0191 5692823 or Jill Wheatley on 0191 5692859.
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A Shildon teenager was airlifted to hospital on Monday 8th April, after he collided with a lorry in Bishop Auckland Town Centre on his Honda motorcycle.The 18 year-old’s injuries were described as
‘serious’ and included injuries to his leg, pelvis and abdomen.The incident occurred at around 11.10am and the town’s traffic was halted while police and ambulance crews treated the teen, with buses
having to reverse out of the main street and back into the bus station.He was taken to James Cook University Hospital by the Great North Air Ambulance where he is said to be in a stable condition.
Shildon teen airlifted to hospital after collision
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Owners or occupiers of land (including buildings) near the operating centre who believe that their use or enjoyment of that land would be affected, should make their written representations to the Traffic Commissioner at Hillcrest House, 386 Harehills Lane, Leeds, LS9 6NF, stating their reasons, withing 21 days of this notice. Representors must at the same time send a copy of their representations to the applicant at the address given at the top of this notice. A Guide to Making Representations is available from the Traffic Commissioner’s Office.
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Analysis of the latest year end crime figures in Shildon show very positive results, say local police. Between April 2012 and March 2013, reported crime in Shildon was at 783, as opposed to 954 reported crimes the previous year; an 18% decrease. The most common crime categories - namely assaults, criminal damage, vehicle crime and shop-lifting - have all shown a noticeable reduction in the town compared to 2011/12 figures. However, burglaries other than in a dwelling house,
have slightly increased over the past year. New tactics and initia-tives to tackle this area of policing are currently on-going. The detection rate fell by 2% to 39% but is still above the 35% target.Analysis also shows that overall reports of anti-social behaviour in Shildon is also down by 26%. PC Littlefair commented, “I am delighted to see such a noticeable fall in crime and anti-social behaviour over the past year in Shildon. With the commitment and hard work Shildon Police have
put in over the past year it is rewarding to see these excellent results.“Shildon Police are grateful for all of its Neighbourhood Watch and PACT members, who have also made a great impact over the past year to assist us in reducing crime and anti-social behaviour. “Shildon Police team realise that we can never be complacent and must continue to work hard with our partner agencies to ensure that we do our utmost to continue driving down crime and anti-social behaviour in the town.”
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Tributes paid to Shildon cyclist
Tributes have been paid to Stephen Little, who was killed on the bypass between Shildon and Bishop Auckland on Saturday 6th April as he rode his bike. The 34 year-old was heading towards Bishop Auckland when a black Skoda Octavia, travelling in
the same direction, struck the rear of his mountain bike close to Denhams scrap yard. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident, which occurred at approxi-mately 5.20am, is urged to contact Durham Constabu-lary’s collision investiga-tion unit on 0191 375 2159.
A charity prize bingo night has been organised in aid of Kays Hill Animal Sanctuary near West Auckland. The event will take place at The Grey Horse pub on Byerley Road on Tuesday
16th April, from 7pm rill 9pm.Tickets cost £5 per person, which includes tea, coffee and biscuits. There will also be a tombola, name the teddy competition and a raffle.
Prize bingo event
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SportLocal leagues, competitions and events...
Shildon Railway Cricket Club will be taking part in an innovative competi-tion to be played on Friday evenings this summer. The newly formed Durham Cricket League has introduced an F15 Cup Competition, to be played annually via four groups, with the winners from each group going on to a semi-finals and final day, scheduled for 1st September. The games will be played with a pink ball and teams are required to wear coloured clothing.“To be honest, we could have done without the extra expense of coloured outfits,” said club chairman
Cricketers going Loco
John Brennan, “but we must move with the times and do all we can to encourage more interest in our sport,” he added. The F15 team will be known as The Shildon Locos, and no doubt the players will look very fetching in their orange and black kit, which will cost the club around £450. “We are looking for a sponsor for our F15 Team, to help us cover these additional costs and I’d be pleased to hear from anyone interested,” said the chairman, who can be contacted on 01388 773663.The club is also busy at the ground with its “Spring
Clean” and hopes for a good turn-out on the next two Saturday mornings to ensure that the work is completed. On hearing via The Crier of the club’s efforts, ex-player Ken Stainethorpe generously donated some paint, nails and £50 to the cause. The club will be holding a Players’ Registration Night on Thursday 18th April from 6pm. All junior and senior players must be registered with the new league before the start of the season.Outdoor net practices have now commenced, at 6pm on Thursdays for seniors and Fridays for juniors.
Newton Aycliffe Spartans, County Durham’ only baseball team’ are delighted to announce they are moving to Shildon Leisure Centre. John Johnston, the Spartans’ head coach said, “This was a big step to leave Newton Aycliffe but once we saw the facilities at the leisure centre and the potential for developing the club, we knew we had to make the move. “I would also like to thank the management at Shildon Leisure Centre for all their support in making this move possible. “In addition to the adult team training and playing at the centre, we are
looking to develop the junior softball teams. Training for the juniors will take place on Tuesdays from 6pm and Saturdays from 10am, at a cost of just £2 per session, which will include all equipment needed. “Adult training sessions will take place on a Thursday, starting at 6pm. “The first home game of the season will be taking place on Sunday 21st April against The North Stars at 12 noon, so please come and support us”. For further information contact John Johnston at www.newtonaycliffespar-tans.co.uk or the Sunnydale Leisure Centre on 03000 266448 .
Shildon AFCUpComing FixtUreS
Thursday 11th AprilHome v Billingham Synthonia
Saturday 13th AprilAway v Newton Aycliffe
Tuesday 16th AprilHome v Hebburn Town
Thursday 18th AprilHome v Team Northumbria
Saturday 20th AprilHome v Darlington 1883
(All ticket game)
Shildon AFC’s home game on Saturday 20th April against Darlington 1883 is to be an all-ticket match.The match kicks off at 3pm and there will be no cash sales on the day.It will be Darlington’s final away match of the season, and possibly their last away match in the Northern League, so a bumper crowd is expected.Tickets will be on sale from Thursday evening, 11th April, at Dean Street for the home game against Billingham Synthonia.Doors open at 6pm, with kick-off at 7.30pm. They will also be on sale at the ground on Saturday morning, 13th April, from 10am until 12 noon.
All-ticket match announced for Shildon v Darlington 1883
Further ticket sales will take place at Shildon's home games on Tuesday 16th April against Hebburn Town and Thursday 18th April against Team North-umbria. Doors will be open for both games from 6pm with kick-off at 7.30pm. Tickets will be available from the club shop throughout the matches.Tickets will also be on sale at the ground on Wednesday 17th April and Friday 19th April from 5.30pm until 7.30pm.A club spokesperson said, “Please take note that this is an all-ticket game. There will be no admittance without a ticket and there will be no cash sales at the gate on the day. The final ticket sale will be
on Friday evening at Dean Street from 5.30pm until 7.30pm.“The gates will be closed throughout the game. Anyone leaving the ground will have to show their ticket to get back in.”Tickets for the match are priced at £6 for adults and £3 for concessions.After Thursday’s home game on 11th April against Billingham Syntonia, The Railwaymen still have 15 games to play before the end of the month; the official end of the season.Even though the Northern League has extended the season by a week, up to early May, Shildon still have 5 games (2 at home and 3 away) still not scheduled to play.
County’s baseball team moves to Shildon
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