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Friday 11th January 2013Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter Issue 606

Published at:First Floor, Town Council Offices,

Civic Hall Square, Shildon, DL4 1AH.

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Chapter Ferryhill & Chilton At the heart

Friday 11th January 2013Issue 606

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The Ferryhill Christmas Lights Competition took place on the evening of Thursday 13th December, 2012, and all properties within Ferryhill displaying Christmas lights were

judged.Members of the 2000 Committee judged the competition and were once again very impressed by the displays throughout Ferryhill.

The winners were: •1st: Mr R Arrand, 61 Dean

Park•2nd: Mrs T Etherington,

21 Dean Road•3rd: Mr S Devan, 20

Grasmere.The winners of the com-petition attended a pres-entation of prizes and certificates by the Mayorof Ferryhill, Councillor Amy Rimmington, at the Ferryhill Town Council Offices on Friday 4thJanuary 2013.The Mayor said, “It’s always good to see nice Christmas displays and the Christmas Lights judges where once again impressed by what we saw around Ferryhill.“Thedifficulttask isagainchoosing the winners and although this year’s winner was outstanding there was very little difference between 1st and 3rd places. “I would like to wish a very big thank you to all the people who decorate their homes to give a great deal of pleasure to the residents of Ferryhill over the Christmas period and long may this continue.

South West Durham Training continues to see an increased demand from young people looking to embark on their appren-ticeship programmes. With exciting regional projects imminent from the likes of Hitachi, it appears many more companies are also considering just how they invest in their workforce. This of course is great news for the likes of SWDT, who for the firsttime have decided to increase on their tradi-tional September start. This will see two additional intakes being made in both January and March 2013.The new intakes will span a number of programmes across SWDT’s core disciplines namely; Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance, Fabrica-tion & Welding, as well as Toolmaking / Machining. Such programmes provide students a valuable, recognised vocational qualificationwhilstgaining

first rate, hands-onexperience.Monthly open evenings are currently being held allowing prospective learners and their families the opportunity to visit the new centre and learn more. The engineering industry provides a very rewarding career for many in the region and, by talking to the trainers at SWDT, it’s possible to understand just how to embark on a new and exciting career within thisfield.The events will take place at SW Durham Training, Aycliffe Industrial Estate, on the following dates: Wednesday 16th January, Wednesday 13th February, Thursday 14thMarch, Wednesday 17th April, Thursday 9th May, Wednesday 5th June and Thursday4thJuly.For recruitment advice or to book a place on any of these dates, call Kirsty Hadenon01325313194oremail [email protected].

Prize presentation for Christmas Lights winners

Mayor, Councillor Amy Rimmington with the winners of the Christmas Lights competition.

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Friday 11th January 2013 Ferryhill & Chilton ChapterIssue 606

Passed Away In Memoriam Birthday Memories Birthdays Birthdays

ClassifiedsAll about local people ...

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11th January

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Trish Wlodarczak

Miss you Mam,Love you so much,

Life will never be the same without you,

Ian & Tracy

Died 9th January 2012Mam,

The moment that you diedOur hearts were torn in two

One side filled with heartache

The other died with you

We often lie awake at nightWhen the world is fast

asleepAnd take a walk

Down memory laneWith tears upon our cheeks

Remembering you is easyWe do it every day

But missing you is heartacheThat never goes away

Trish Wlodarczak

We love & miss you so much Grandma,

Jordan & Danikaxx

Died 9th January 2012Grandma,

If tears could build a stairway

And memories a laneWe’d walk right up to

HeavenAnd bring you home again

Barbara Alice Smith

Lots of love, Johnny, Sean, Adele, Sian, Julie, Chloe, Neeve, Raegan & all the

familyxxx

10th JanuaryGone but not forgotten

Forever in our heartsHappy 70th Babs

The Ferryhill Six Would like to thank Alan and Sue of the Surtees Arms, Ferryhill Station,

for their generous donation of £73 raised at

their Christmas Fayre

Christine Tempest

Love Ros & Jamesxxx

1956 - 2013Died 4th January

So sad to lose a very dearly beloved friend

We miss you so much

In Memoriam

Trish Wlodarczak

Loving Husband,Jan

January 9th 2012We thought of you

With love todayBut that is nothing new

We thought of you yesterday

And days before that too

We think of you in silenceWe often speak your nameAll we have are memories

And your picture in a frame

Your memory is our keepsakeWith which we’ll never partGod has you in his keepingWe have you in our hearts

Trish Wlodarczak

Love Lisa, John & Connorx

9th JanuaryA year has come and gone

so fastMy memories will last

and lastI still shed a tear

It still hurts so muchBut I can just close my eyes

And feel your touch

I think about you all the time, I miss you Mam

Trish Wlodarczak

Remembered always, Agnes, Graeme & family

9.1.12Loving memories of a dear

Sister-in-Law, Auntie

Gladys Smith

Miss you today & always,Margaret, Keith & family

January 12thA much-loved Mam,

Gran & Granny

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Love you always,Leanne, Kendra & Tony

Mam28.12.55 - 2.8.11

They say that it gets easierWe know this is not true

The emptiness that’s In our hearts

Of how much we miss you

Isabel Dawson

Daughters Dulcie, Lynne, friend Hazel

(Betty)Miss you more

Than words can saySadly missed

On your 88th Birthday

Birthdays

Kaitlyn Paige Hemmings

Happy 15th Birthday to my beautiful Daughter

Lots of love & kisses From Mam, Jeff, Sol & Kole

xxxxx

Adelle Walton

Happy 30th Birthday beautiful

Love from Mam & Charliexxx

30!

Sister

Love Alyson, Bobbi, Danny & Jack

xxxx

Happy 30th Adelle

Cory Loscombe

Happy 18th Birthday

Lots of love,Mam, Brad, Nanna & Granda

xxx

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Police are asking for in-formation after a Ferryhill teenager suffered just minor cuts and bruises when he crashed his car into the side of a house in Ferryhill Station. The elderly couple who own the property were also unhurt after the crash caused thousands of pounds worth of damage to the garage of their home. They had been in the living room at the time.John and Pam Robinson were forced to leave the house in Gipsy Lane after the crash - which happened at 5.30pm on Saturday, 5th January - also ruptured a gas pipe. Police, firefighters and agas engineer attended the incident which led to the road being cordoned off for two hours while the leak was isolated and repaired. County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue district manager, Rob Turnbull, said the driver had a “miraculous escape”. Describing the noise of the crash, Mr Robinson, 71, said, “It was tremendously

loud. My first thought wasthat an aeroplane had hit the house. We are just so pleased the lad was okay.” Mr and Mrs Robinson, whose plans to sell their home have now been put on hold while the property is repaired, were allowed to return home the same night following an assessment by a structural engineer. Mrs Robinson, 68, said, “John built the extension

Car crash sounded like “an aeroplane”

himself and we only finisheditlastyear.“I just can’t believe this has happened. The gas has been turned off so we haven’t got any central heating and there is water leaking into the garage. “It’s the last thing you want to happen at the start of a new year.” Anyone who may have infor-mation about the accident is asked to contact Durham Police on 101.

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Following their recent fundraising efforts, the Ferryhill Six were delighted to donate £1,000 to the Children’s Cancer Fund.The photo shows the six presenting a cheque to Katie, a staff nurse on Ward 14 at the Royal Victoria

InfirmaryinNewcastle.A spokesperson for the group said, “We were thrilled to be able to raise this amazing amount in a few short months. Our success with raising funds for local charities is only possible by the continuing

support and generosity of our local community.“We would like to pass on our very sincere thanks to everyone involved. We also appreciate the support of the Chapter with publicity regarding events and pres-entation of funds.”

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Advice & information day

Funding boost for hospital thanks to Ferryhill ladies

The Ferryhill Six present their cheque to a staff nurse at Newcastle’s RVI.

Ferryhill History Society’s next meeting will take place on Wednesday 30th January at the Eldon Arms in Ferryhill Station from 7.30pm.Guest speaker will be David Parson from the

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This week in History

10 January1954

A BOAC Comet jet crashes into the Medi-terranean killing all 35 people on board.

ThefirstgraduatesfromtheOpen University are awarded their degrees after two years studying from home.

The most popular novelist in the world at the time, Dame Agatha Christie, dies.

Harold Shipman, the former GP believed to have killed more than 200 people, is found dead in his prison cell.

“It’s time to make way for a younger man” - Sir Matt Busby announces he will retire as manager of Manchester United.

African-American civil rights movement leader, Martin Luther King Jr. is born in Atlanta, Georgia, the son of a Baptist minister.

11 January 1973 12 January 1976

13 January2004 14 January 1969 15 January 1929


Poetry CornerSnuggling In

by Gordon Harris, Ferryhill

In the silver glow of the street lamps’ glare

On footpaths a million sparkling diamonds

appear

A miracle of white crystals formed by ice

Their carpet of microscopic glaze looks nice

The ‘gritters’ are out, the night air is cold

Come dawn minus temperatures will unfold

Evergreen leaves on trees have turned white

Dahlia flowers have blacked over night

Out comes hat, scarf, gloves and overcoat

Summer sunshine’s now so remote

Snuggled up in bed, dreaming of spring

Once more to listen the Blackbird sing

In the children’s bedrooms a voice so bold

Shouts “Ma, me hot water bottle’s cold”

Da replies, “Shut up, get back to sleep”

But little Jimmy into their bed will creep

There’s ructions on and quite a to-do

Because Jimmy’s Jack Russel has sneaked in too

So the story will unfold

As they all snuggle in against winter’s cold

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Tracy and Mandy Lawson, Owen Pichin and Tracey Rippon, four colleagues from Sainsbury’s local at Ferryhill enjoyed a dip at Seaton Carew on Boxing Day.Between them they raised £425forMacmillanCancerSupport and would like to thank all customers at Sainsbury’s and family and friends for their generosity.A spokesperson for the Sainsbury’s local store said, “A big well done to Tracey, Mandy, Owen and

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Tracey from everyone.“Also over the festive period, Sainsbury’s raised £330 from a Christmas raffleand£106fromnamethe bear.“Thank you to all our customers for your support.” Meanwhile, Ferryhill lads Ian Cooper, 27, and Andrew Parkin, 28, and Andrew’s sister, Lindsay Parkin, 27, of Durham, joined the dippers at Whitley Bay on NewYear’sDay.Ian and Andrew dressed up in bushy wigs, big white

specs and gold slacks, while Lindsay, who was raising funds for Maggie’s Cancer Caring Centre at Newcastle’s FreemanHospital, dressed as Evil Kneivel.Ian said, “This is the third time we have done this. It’s a lot of fun and a great hangover cure.”Lindsay said, “One of my cousins died of cancer about 11 years ago, which is why I decided to raise funds for Maggie’s. It’s a worthy cause and this is a fun way to fundraise.”

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Dear Editor,

I can still remember when I was working at Mainsforth Colliery in the Summer of 1968 when the water flooded the J11 Coalface in the low Main Seam. Miners could only watch in disbelief as a torrent of mine water flooded the coal faces.

For many weeks miners worked hard trying to stem the flow of water. Pumps were sent underground, men and ponies worked hard to get the pumps to the water stricken coal faces, but the coal mine was doomed. Miners were told it was too dangerous to go back to coal production.

On Monday December 11, 1968, I started work at Blackhall Colliery at 3.30am in the Harvey Seam. I still recall the first Blackhall Miner that spoke to me in the Harvey Seam, a man called Tommy Hanson. The words he said were “Where do you come from?”. “Mainsforth’” I said. “Well you are now Blackhall Miners.”

Was there ever a better pit than Blackhall Colliery? I doubt it. The camaraderie and loyalty were first class. Sadly, I was made redundant at Blackhall Colliery and I was transferred to Easington Colliery. But that is another story I will narrate some time in the future.

Jimmy Taylor, Linden Grove, Coxhoe.

LettersHave your say...

Dear Editor,

Recently I have noted an increasing tendency for motorists and companies to park on grass verges, therefore destroying the grass, leaving deep, muddy ruts and very often obscuring junctions and pedestrian passage.

Now, unlike the double parking that Durham Constabulary has condoned as a ‘traffic calming measure’ in Dean Bank, this inconsid-erate parking practice actively destroys public property.

I trust measures are taken by the council to invoice motorists and companies who destroy the environment in this way. I personally do not want my council tax, already the highest in the area, to subsidise this vandalism.

Perhaps the PCSOs could compile a list of registration numbers and company names in order that billing can be correctly made.

Name and address withheld on request.

Dear Editor,

May I take this opportunity in thanking Enter CIC for the magnifi-cent Nativity Christmas Show on Friday 21st December at the old Baptist Church in Dean Bank. I was once again amazed at the high standard our children are reaching in their musical abilities.

Special thanks to Andrea Flynn and her team who teach and guide the children and bring out their best attributes. We are very lucky to have Enter CIC based in Ferryhill for use by our children and young people from all the surrounding villages, and I would encourage any families with children who may have an interest in the performing arts to get in touch with Enter CIC to see what they can offer. The children involved are of all ages and with various abilities.

Well done one and all!Councillor Brian Avery

Police are appealing for in-formation after two Harris Hawks were taken from an allotment on Saddler Street, Ferryhill near to Dean & Chapter Industrial

Missing hawks

Two hawks like the one pictured were taken from an allot-ment site in Ferryhill.

Estate recently.If you have any information regarding the incident, contact PC 2569 Waslin on the non-emergency number, 101.

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*Members of the public are invited to participate in these meetings **Members of the public may attend these meetings

**Town CouncilWednesday 23rd January 2013 at 7.00pm

In Ferryhill Town Hall**Finance Committee

Wednesday 23rd January 2013Following Town Council

FERRYHILL TOWN COUNCILjanuary MEETInGS

On the 29th November,2012, this male and female stole toys and Christmas decorations from B & M

Do you recognise these people?

Bargains in Ferryhill. If you think you may recognise either culprit, contact Ferryhill Neigh-

bourhood Policing Team on 0191 375 4720 or callCrimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Shake off those winter blues and go along to one of Chilton Community College’s new fitnessclasses.Join in the Bokwa Buzz, a unique dance fitnessprogramme, building strength and endurance through the rhythm of African and Latin dance beats. Commencing Friday 11th January at 6.30pm.On Monday 14th Januaryat 7pm, Cardio Combat commences - a motivating and intense workout with non-contact martial arts and boxing based moves.

This class is for men and women over 16 years.Tuesday 15th January at 5.30pm sees the return of Legs, Bums and Tums.The above fitness classesare just £1 for the firstsession and subsequent classes are £3.50 each. Also commencing on Monday14thJanuary from5pm to 6pm is ‘Back to Netball’.“Did you enjoy playing netball at school? - would you like to play again? Then why not come along and join in at a cost of only £3 per session,” asked

a spokesperson for the college. For further details contact the school on 01388 720255 (9am to 4pm), or theCollege on 01388 720911 (5.30pm to 9pm).

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A brilliant total of £635 has been sent to Daisy Chain, a local charity which helps families affected by autism. The money was raised by members of Ferryhill Methodist Church, who raised £300 from carol singing around pubs in December. The rest was made up

from collections taken at church services over Christmas and the church’s Friday coffee morning in December. A spokesperson for the church commented, “A big thanks to the singers and all who gave so generously. We were made very welcome in the pubs and had a good night.”

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Please note, the dates published in last week’s Chapter were incorrect.

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Muddy Mayhem heads for Hardwick Park

tackle the 5km or the 10km course and after the race there will be awards presented to the fastest male and female competi-tors as well as a post-race party.Hardwick Park is owned and managed by Durham County Council, which is organising the Muddy Mayhem event.Andy Niven, manager ofthe countryside service at Durham County Council, said, “Mud runs take place all over the country and are becoming increas-ingly popular. This is the

firstmudrunofthisscaleto take place in County Durham and we look forward to welcoming competitors to Hardwick ParkonMarch24th.”Registrations for the event are now open and anyone over the age of 16 can take part.It costs £15 to register and participants are encouraged to raise money for the Help for Heroes charity.For further details, or to register to take part, contact Hardwick Park on 01740621505.

Be a genealogy genie!Ever fancied finding outmore about your family background?If so, a Family History Course running at Durham County Record Office ishighlighting the tricks of searching for long lost relatives and ancestors.The course, which begins on Thursday 31st January and runs for three weeks, will help those interested to trace a family tree, specificallyusingresourcesand documents held at the recordoffice.There will be three sessions lasting two hours between 10am and noon with a charge of £20 a person.An archivist will be leading the sessions and anyone interested is asked to book a place in advance as courses are popular.Dawn Layland, education

and outreach archivist, with Durham County Council, said, “This is a really good chance, not only to get started on your family tree, but to learn how to use the sourceswehavehere.Youwillfindoutthingslikehowtolocatethemicrofilmyouneed as well as learning how to use the information youfindfromit.”There are also courses planned for the spring. These will be identical courses and will run for three weeks from Tuesday 16th April, 6pm until 8pm, and Thursday 10am until noon.Durham County Record Officeis locatedatCountyHall, Durham.To book a place contact therecordofficeon03000267626. Booking a place in advance is essential.

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Ferryhill Celtic, who are currently sitting second in the First Division of the Wear Valley League playedtwice over the Christmas period:thefirstawaytotheleague leaders and current champions, West Auckland Club. It turned out to be a classic.It was West Auckland who took the lead within the first five minutes, but theCeltic hit straight back when Shane Todd finishedat the back post. But to the Celtic’s frustra-tion, West Auckland went straight up the field andre-took the lead. The gamewas flowing endto end with both keepers called into action, but it was Celtic who made the breakthrough to equalise at 2-2 when Keiran Liddle made a great run and crossed for Craig Winkworth to head home. But once again Celtic could not hold on and West Auckland regained the lead

A happy Christmas as Celtic win away at league leaders

to make it 3-2 at half-time.After the break, the Celtic put in their best 45 minutes of the seasonand dominated the league champions. They got their deserved equaliser through the electric forward Lucas with another great header. And with 15 minutes to go, Celtic got the winner when the veteran Alan Robson showed his class to round the keeper and give the Celtic a famous win.At the weekend the Celtic were at home to Hunwick and it was another encour-aging performance.Celtic took the lead on 15 minutes when the impressive Peter Robson headed home from a corner.Ten minutes later Celtic doubled the lead from the penalty spot. Shane Todd was fouled in the box and Liam Taylor confidently fired home thepenalty to make a great firsthalf.

After the break it was one way traffic and on thehour mark, the lead was extended further when Lucas headed home after great work from Shane Todd.And within a couple of minutes itwas a 4-0whenAlan Robson chipped the keeper from outside the box. Celtic completed an emphatic win when lucas got his 2nd and Celtic’s 5th.Celtic’s next match away is to Witton Park.

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