Friday 24th December 2010Shildon & District Town Crier Issue 491 Page 1
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Issue 492 will be out in the first week in January.
Staff at The Shildon Town Crier would like to take this opportunity to thank our readers, con-tributors and advertisers for making this paper what it is and for your continued support.We would also like to say thank you to a few people who help bring you your paper every week, come rain, shine or snow!Most of our contributors are volunteers without whom, as a not-for-profit company, we would not be able to run. Thank you to Mike Stott, who runs the Crier website and to Barbara Spears and John Brennan, two voluntary contributors.Thanks also to everyone at K&M Print, who helped us make our
long-awaited transition into colour this year, and Keith Wallace who recently retired from the paper after 11 years.Thank you to Tom Stevenson, a voluntary photographer who deals with the town’s Chris-tenings, and to our many deliverers, who do a fantastic job in every weather conceivable.Our biggest appreciation, however, is for you, our readers, who make this paper what it is. Without your news and informa-tion we would not be able to fill the paper every week. Please keep it coming!Merry Christmas to you all and we look forward to seeing you all in 2011!From Jeff, Les, Steph, Sarah & Andrew at The Crier.
A big Christmas thank you from The Crier Staff
A Christmas message from the MayorAs the snow lay all around deep and crisp and even it gave us an early reminder that the festive season was fast approaching – also the season of peace and good will to all men. With that, on behalf of the Town Council Members and staff, Judith and I are delighted once again to have this opportu-nity to send out Christmas greetings to all of the Town Crier’s readers, whether local or dispersed over land and sea. We also couple these wishes to the dedicated and hardworking Town Crier staff.I was asked to carry on for a further year as your Mayor, a privileged position I was proud to accept. A major part of the Mayor’s remit is of course, charity. With the overwhelming generosity displayed last year, the goal post had been set rather high but undaunted we set out to raise funds for Andrew Tomling dancing school,
Mayor Gareth Howe with his wife Judith.
The Tearaways and CATS theatre groups, Shildon Amateur Boxing Club, The Monday Club and Shildon Running & Athletic club.The support and generosity from the people of Shildon, local businesses and or-ganisations has once more been outstanding. Please accept our grateful and sincere thanks for the
manner in which you have donated so freely. Last year I wrote of the rise in global greenhouse gasses, that turned out to be hot air. I spoke of polar ice meltdown, unfortunately it didn’t, it just moved to Shildon. What is not in doubt is my admiration for the community spirit and generosity of the people of Shildon in this period of great economic difficulty.At this time of year my thoughts extend to families and friends, to all of those in danger and difficulty, whilst being ever mindful of all our armed forces at home and abroad. Judith and I wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy and more prosperous New Year.
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In Memoriam In Memoriam In Memoriam In Memoriam Christmas Memories
ClassifiedsAll about local people...
Town Crier Shildon & District
Danny LongstaffDied 22nd December, 2007
It’s 3 sad years Since you went away
Loved and missedEvery day
Love Mam, Dad, Daughter Chelsea & Son Paul
Reunited with your loving sister Liz, never will be
forgotten till we meet again
James Scaife30th December, 2009
No words can stressOur heartache and painKnowing you are gone
And we can never See you again
Love you alwaysAnne, Stacey, Christopher
& Daymond
Jimmy Scaife30th December
Laughter and good times with you will always be
rememberedGod Bless mate
Steph, Barry, Pat, Bob, Sandra, John, Lorraine, Tommy, Norma & Tony
Jimmy Scaife30-12-09
We can’t have old days backWhen we were all together
But secret tears And loving thoughts
Will be with us forever
Miss you so much mateLes & Pam
xx
Raymond Taylor26th December 09
A man with a heart of goldWho was always willing
To help others
Loved and remembered always by Jean & family &
his many friends. Also all his walking friends in Cumbria
Cyril McMahon
December 25th
Eight years on Xmas DaySince you passed away
We still love and Remember you
Every Day
Loving Wife Nancy & family
(Mac)
Harry Stainthorpe1 Year Today
Beautiful memories Are all we have leftTo love and cherish
And never forget
Love from Lily & family
Harry Stainthorpe26-12-2009
A greatly missed Brother-in-Law & Uncle
Sheila, Stan & family
Harry StainthorpeDied 26th December, 2009
Treasured memoriesOf a dear Brother &
Sadly missed
Connie, Christine, George, Dianne, David & Alex
Harry StainthorpeDied 26th December, 2009
I miss you most when I need a friendOn you I could Always depend
Kind and unselfishA Husband so true
My dearest possessionsAre the memories of you
Beautiful memoriesTreasured forever
Of the love and Happiness We shared together
Loved and remembered always
Your loving Wife Lilyxxxxx
Keith SmithDied Boxing Day, 2002
Remembering a Brother & Uncle
Always in our thoughtsAudrey, Ray, Hayley,
Andrew & Helen
Also remembering a treasured Mum & Nana
Dorothy SmithDied August 9th, 2007
And a special Dad & Dan-DanBasil Smith
Died 23rd May, 1999
Kenneth Sambrook20th December, 2009
Kenny, it is now a year since you left us
There isn’t a minute of any day that we will
ever forget you
Your loving Wife Barbara & family
xxx
Kenneth Sambrook20th December, 2009
In loving memory of a dear Brother-in-Law
From Shirley & family
Joan Pearson
Mum - 4 yearsAlthough four years have
past, the pain of your passing is easing,
but your memory, all the happy times that we shared
and all the love and kindness you showed in your own special way are still very
clear, strong and treasured.
All our deepest love and blessings
George and boys Richard, Tony & Alan
xxxx
20.12.2006
We know you are still there watching over us
Eric FranklinDied 23-12-09
Sadly missedA loving Father & Grandfather
Love Jill, Philip, Shanise, Caitlin
& McKenzie
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Birthday Memories
Ian Robinson29th December
No Birthday wishJust loving memoriesFor the Son we miss
Mam & Dad Chapmanxxx
Ian RobinsonThinking of you today
Love Brian, Sarah & Lacy
xxx
Ian Robinson29th December
Thinking about you on your Birthday Ian
Love Kellyxxx
Ian Robinson29th December
Thinking of you on your Birthday
Love Claire, John & kids
xxx
‘Our Kid’
Christmas Memories
Anne GibsonDied June, 2004
For my DaughterYou are never far from my thoughts
Love you always,Mother
Anne GibsonThinking of you today and
every day
Your loving Sister, Mary
Anne GibsonRemembering you now and
always Aunty Anne
Amanda & Sharnalee
Rhian Alicia ParkerNo cards or presents can
we give our beautiful little Grandaughter, Rhian
Lots of love & kissesMiss you lots,
Gran & Granda P
Rhian Alicia ParkerJust a little message to our ‘ickle star’ Rhian to say we
think about you every single day, and especially at this
time of year, as it would be your first Christmas and what we would do to see
you playing with the boxes and paper like ‘ickle’ ones do
We would give anything baby, as you are so special
to us
Lots of love, hugs ‘n’ kissesAunty Kelly & Uncle Martin
xxxxx
We love and miss you so much Rhian
Rhian Alicia ParkerShould have been your 1st Xmas, missing the snuggles
Always in our heartsAunty Haley, Uncle Anth
& Cousin Ben
Rhian Alicia ParkerThis would have been your
1st Christmas babyThinking of you today
Just like every day
Lots of love, hugs & kisses,Mammy & Daddy
xxxxx
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Ian RobinsonThinking of you this
Christmas Day
Love Brian, Sarah & Lacy
xxx
Rhian Alicia ParkerThinking of your little
Angel today
Love Uncle Brian, Auntie Sarah & Cousin Lacy
xxx
Ian RobinsonNo presents to give
But in our heartsYou’ll always live
Love Mam & Dad Chapman
xxx
Rhian Alicia ParkerOur ‘little sweet pea’
It should have been your first Christmas
But hope the Angels that called your name will give
you what you want,We would have loved to
So sadly missedNanna &
Grandad Chapmanxxxxx
Joan Jimmieson
No presents can we shareBut in our hearts
You’re always there
Love always,Pam, Jean, Celia, Philip
& familiesxxx
March 13th, 2009
Ann RobinsonThe sweetest girl I ever
kissed was another man’s Wife, My Mother
Love John, Mandy, Gemma, Jodie, David, Kai & Zack
Always love and miss youForever in our hearts
Ann RobinsonIf we could send a special message to my Mam for
Xmas, we would say that we love you and miss you at this
special time of the year
Love Tina, Daniel & Jonathanxx
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Town Crier Shildon & District
Ann RobinsonHappy Christmas Mam
Love and miss you always
Shaun, Ann & kids
Christmas Memories
Ann Robinson
To my little lassI send you a Christmas kiss
And to let you knowI miss you always
Merry ChristmasLove your darling Husband
Johnx
20th September, 2010
Ann RobinsonDear Santa, please give my
Nanna a big kiss
Love Grandkids & Great Grandkids
Ann Robinson
Remembering you is easyIt’s the heartache and
yearning to touch and look at your smiling face that’s
hard to bare
Love you foreverGillian & Charlie,
Christopher & Liamx
Our special Mam & Nanna
Our special Xmas twinkling light has gone out for now,
but it will shine again in time
Ann RobinsonIf I looked all around the
world, searching near & farI would never find a Mam & Nanna as special as you are
Love and miss you every dayLove Mandy, Stacey
& Beckyxxx
1st Christmas without you Mam
Ann RobinsonGod up above
If I could have a Christmas wish
It would be to bring my Mam home for Christmas
Love and miss you alwaysDebra & Dave
Ian Robinson
Thinking of you this Christmas Day
‘Our Kid’
Love Claire, John & kids
xxxP.S. Look after our Rhian
Rhian Alicia ParkerRhian, who is with the Angels for Christmas
Thinking of you
Lots of love and kissesUncle Colin
Rhian Alicia ParkerTo a Niece who is an AngelMissing you at Christmas
Love and kissesAunty Patricia, Uncle Paul
& famiily
Ian RobinsonAnother Christmas and I still think about you, especially
this time of year
All my love,Kellyxxxxx
Christmas Memories Christmas Memories
Ted BateSending you all our love
at Christmas
Luv Agnes & familyxx
Ted BateMissing you lots Grandad
Danyelle, Ellis & Charliexxx
Christmas Memories
John & Jean BaynhamHappy Christmas
Love Daughter Ann, Shaun & kids
Birthdays
Jordon BrownHappy 13th Birthday Jordon
All our love,Mam, Dad & Elliott
Terrence Harrison
70th BirthdayHappy Birthday
From Eleanor & family
24th December
Ann Bulmer
Love and best wishes,Mam, Michael & all her family
40th, 22nd December
40!
Natalie Card
Love Mam, Dad, Matthew, Shane, Kyle, Nana, Grandad & Kevin
xxx
Christmas EveHappy 16th Birthday
Birthdays
Sinead Tamzin Tennant
Happy 10th Birthday on 24th
Lots of love, Dadxxx
Hope you have a lovely day
Kyle Allison
Happy 21st Son
Love Dad, Sharon, Cassie, Emma & Craig
25th December
21!
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Local groups achieve CAVOS awardsAt the recent Community and Voluntary Organisations Support Christmas Party and Awards Evening held at Shildon Civic Hall, two of our local groups picked up awards. The Children’s Amateur Theatre Shildon (CATS) group for 8 to 11 year olds was awarded for it’s two successful produc-
tions performed in town. The all-singing, all-danc-ing, all-acting group are currently rehearsing for a third, “Oliver” to be staged in March 2011.The Shildon Children and Young Peoples Action Network (SCYPAN) also received a special achieve-ment award. The group
operates within Shildon and the local area together with other groups such as the Shildon Youth Council and The Shildon Yella to plan, promote and execute activities and programmes to help improve the quality of life for young people and adults in our local community.
Santa Claus is comin’ to town!Santa will be visiting the Town Square in Shildon on Wednesday 22nd December from 11am to 1pm.
“Come along, he would love to meet you!” said one of his elves.Don’t forget to come outside your house and
wave to Santa on Christmas Eve too.He will be making a tour of the town on his sleigh from 5 o’clock.
Did you know?
In the religious tradition, Christmas season begins at sundown on December 24th., and ends on January 5th with the feast of Epiphany. This is why, the season is also known as the Twelve Days of Christmas.
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Elm road wmcShildon - 01388 772650
Sunday Night - 26th DecemberScandal
Rock Cover Band (Thin Lizzy, King of Leon etc)Tickets £4 - Buy in advance or pay at the door
New Year’s Eve
(All the top songs + Disco)Tickets £6 - Buy in advance or pay at the door
The Nicki Summers Band
Shildon TaxiS lTd
01388 778877Ken and his staff would like to thank all his customers, old and new, for
their loyal support over the year
A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to Everyone
Hope to see you all in 2011
Shildon Railway InstituteBoxing Night
New years Eve
Roger’s disco£4 at the door
The fabulousmichael Stevens& Roger’s disco£4 at the door
50/50 dancing Sat Jan 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th
We would like to wish everyone compliments of the season and thank
everyone for their support
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Lisa’sMobile Hairdressing
I would like to say a big thank you to all my clients for their custom throughout
the year and wish you all a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
The real meaning of Christmas
Byerley Road Pre School held their Christmas concert last week; The First Nativity, 'The Real Meaning of Christmas.’ The hall was packed with proud mothers, fathers and grandparents who came to watch the 38 children, aged 3 and 4 years, perform this
special Christmas play. This year, Byerley Road Pre School were privileged to have the services of David Tomlinson, Curate at St. John's who was narrator.Parents and teachers were delighted with the perfor-mance of the children, who had only been practising
for four weeks.On Friday morning there was a Christmas Party for all the children, with a visit from Santa.Byerley Road Pre School classes are held Monday to Friday from 8am till 6pm, with a Breakfast Club and an After School Club.
Byerley Road Pre School in their Nativity costumes.
Police appeal to find community centre ownerA break in took place between 11th and 14th December at the former Friend’s Mission Hall at Close House.A water heater, a stainless steel sink and some copper piping was taken from the kitchen of the disused community centre.
The building, which has not been used for four or five years, has suffered severe water damage as a result of this theft.PC Stewart Walker said, “It is unclear who owns the building and, therefore, I am not only appealing for witnesses to the crime
but also trying to establish ownership.”PC Walker can be contacted on 0345 60 60 365 with any information pertaining to either the theft, or building ownership. Alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Christmas park closureThe small Children’s Play Area in Hackworth Park will be closed on Christmas
Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.West Road Cemetary will
be open on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day from 9am to 4pm.
Monies raised for charityA Children’s Christmas Party, held at the Jubilee
Fields Community Centre recently, raised £818 for
Clic Sargent, a children’s charity.
Thermals and Vests M.C.C. present...
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Live rock music at its best!
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Didyou know?
The first Christmas card was designed in 1843 by J.C. HorsleyThe first postage stamp to commemorate Christmas was issued in Austria in 1937.The Queen’s Christmas speech was first televised in 1957.
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Smith Roddam Solicitors
18 Church Street, Shildon, Co. Durham, DL4 1NB
Neil Thompson and all the staff at Smith Roddam Solicitors and The Darlington
Building Society, 18 Church Street, would like to thank all of their clients and
customers, past, present and future, a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year
The Crusty Loaf15 Church Street, Shildon
Christmas Novelties and Christmas Cakes are our speciality
Fresh Bread & Savouries DailyA Very Merry Christmas and a
Happy New Year from all the staff
Old Shildon WMCMain Street, ShildonOfficials & Committee would like to thank Michael and all
the staff and members, old and new, for their loyal supportSeasons greetings to everyone and special thanks to
everyone who has helped the club throughout the year
Christmas EveMichael H & Disco in the LoungeSunday 26th DecemberBoxing Night Special - ‘The Boyz’Take That Show + Disco & much more!Tickets £5 - available at the Club
Christmas Opening Times12 noon - 11pm dailyChristmas Day 11am - 2pm & 7pm - 10.30pm
Elm road wmcShildon - 01388 772650
Sunday Night - 26th DecemberScandal
Rock Cover Band (Thin Lizzy, King of Leon etc)Tickets £4 - Buy in advance or pay at the door
New Year’s Eve
(All the top songs + Disco)Tickets £6 - Buy in advance or pay at the door
The Nicki Summers Band
Frosty the Frozen Motorcyclist
This hardy group of motor cycle enthusiasts from the Aycliffe Bike Club, endured the bitter cold and icy road conditions on Sunday 19th December to visit their friends, Thermals and Vests MCC at Elm Road WMC in Shildon.They collected toys and games which had been donated for their Christmas toy appeal. The gifts will
be distributed throughout the area to disadvantaged children and the Wear Valley Women’s Refuge.A spokesperson said, “A big thank you from both bike clubs to all the good people from Aycliffe, Shildon and the surrounding area who donated toys and games. Be assured they will brighten the faces of many children this Christmas!”
Christmas Quiz1. The dragon-slayer, St. George, was born in Cappodocia. In which modern day country is Cappodocia?2. What are you eating if you are enjoying 'March Bread'?3. In which country were Christmas trees banned from the 1920s until 1935 ?4. Which Christmas figure wore green in Victorian England?5. In North America, which organisation is always the first to spot that Santa is underway?6. In which European country have Christmas parties been cancelled due to the Credit Crunch?7. Who is the traditional Christmas gift-bringer in regions of Southern Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Italy, Liechtenstein, Switzer-land, Hungary and parts of Hispanic America?8. So legend has it, whilst poking at a fire, the London-based sweet shop owner Tom Smith got the inspiration to make what Christmas dinner accessory?9. A word for wine that has been spiced and heated.
ELFTOYGIFTBELLTREESTARSANTACOMETCUPIDVIXENCANDYFROSTYWREATHDASHERDONNERSLEIGHDANCERCHIMNEYBLITZENRUDOLPHPRANCERSNOWMANPRESENTSREINDEER
Crier Crossword IMake all the words fit into this crossword. Each word is only used once...
DAVE’S TAXIS 776622Wishes all his customers
The Compliments of the Season!Thanks for your support during the year
11 Years Trading
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The Queen’s HeadAlan would like to thank all his customers
for their support since May 2010
Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year
To Everyone
The Red LionChurch Street Shildon
Paul and all the staff wish the compliments of the
season to everyoneBest wishes for 2011
EricS FiSh Bar
Sara & Steve and all the staff would like to wish all customers a really
Merry Christmas and all the best for the coming New Year
Sweet Greetings4 Church Street, Shildon
Lyn, Karen, Glen & staff wish all their customers, old and new, all the very best
for Christmas and New year
We have a selection of Me
to You gifts
Call in today for the best selection of Greetings Cards, Gifts & Sweets
Elm road wmc01388 772650
Merry Christmas and a Happy new Year!
The Management, Officials & Staff would like to say a big thank you to everyone for their loyal support throughout the year
Kelly’s Cards & Gifts& Computer Repairs
29 Church Street, Shildon, 01388 772323
Kelly & staff would like to wish everyone all the best for Christmas and New YearThanks for the support and we hope to see you in 2011
People in Shildon and Middridge are being encouraged to ‘knock next door’ and help out friends and neighbours during the bad weather.Durham County Council is issuing the call to action as the snow and freezing temperatures return.Residents are encouraged to:• Be a good neighbour by calling on those living near by to check if they need anything.• Look after the vulnerable by getting in touch with people who are ill, older or on their own and may need a helping hand.•Keep drives and footpaths clear by shovelling snow for friends and neighbours if they struggle to do it themselves and need to go out.Lesley Jeavons, Durham County Council’s head of adult care, said, “The cold weather can signifi-cantly increase the risks to those who are already vulnerable, so it’s particu-larly important that we look after one another.“We’re asking residents to spare a thought –
Knock next door – be a good neighbour this winter
and perhaps a little of their time – for friends, relatives and neighbours who may struggle in the worst of the winter.“Whether it’s phoning an older person to check they are keeping warm or clearing the snow from the drive next door if your neighbour can’t manage, a small act can make a big difference to someone else.”When checking on the vulnerable, residents should ensure they are warm, especially at night, and have food and
medicines so they don’t need to leave the house.Residents are advised to call the following numbers for help or advice:- Highways Action Line (HAL): 0191 370 6000 or email [email protected] - for enquiries about the salting of roads and footpaths.- Social Care Direct: 0845 850 5010 – for concerns about someone’s welfare.- Durham County Council: 0300 123 7070 for all other issues, or visit www.durham.gov.uk
Be a good neighbour over this especially cold festive season.
Christmas Quiz10. One often has a glass of something before Christmas dinner as an APERITIF. The word stems from the Latin word meaning what?11. Santa's favourite tipple is sherry, so they say. There are two main types of sherry. Name them.12. What kind of water is added to high quality marzipan?13. What kind of net, found on many a Christmas tree in the Ukraine, is supposed to bring good luck?14. In 'The Christmas Song' (Chestnuts roasting on an open fire...), what are the "folks dressed up like"?15. Which charity ceased in 1989 after 5 years in which time it raised 90 million pounds?16. Which country gives a Christmas tree to Britain every year, something it has done traditionally for years?17. Gaja Kristnako is Happy Christmas in which language?18. Which biblical town's name means 'house of bread' in Hebrew? Good luck!Answers on back page...
Crier ConundrumsRearrange the letters in the expressions below to form a festive phrase...
OPEN ACE HEARTTHIS CRIB FORTH
MISS CHERRY MARTAs a bonus try and form as many 8 letter words from the phrases as possible...
Remember your rent as well as the presentsTenants in County Durham are being urged to remember their rent as well as the presents this Christmas.Landlord Sedgefield Borough Homes is reminding tenants not to spoil their new year by spending their cash on presents without taking care of their bills.Tracey Jackson, head of homes for Sedgefield Borough Homes said, “A happy Christmas can easily turn into a miserable new year if you fall into debt.“It is very important that our tenants continue to pay their rent over the festive period. Anyone in difficulty should not hesitate to contact us
and our financial inclusion team will be happy to help them.“Anyone who is a member of their local credit union can talk to them and the Citizens Advice Bureau is also available to help.“It is also a good time to think about starting to save for next Christmas to avoid getting into difficulty in the future.”Rent can be paid to SBH by direct debit and standing order, at a PayPoint, by card over the phone on 01388 814704 or online at www.sedgefieldborough-homes.co.uk.SBH’s financial inclusion team can be contacted on 0800 587 4538 or 0300 111 2344.
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Brian’s Pet & Equestrian SuppliesWe wish everyone a
Happy Christmas and a Prosperous New
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SHAUN HUMBLE’SVehicle RepairsTel: 778070
Would like to wish everyone the very best for Christmas and the New Year
The staff would like to thank everyone for their support throughout the year
SIMPSONS24 Church Street, Shildon
Ken & Vicky wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a
Prosperous New YearTel: 01388 777709
Est. Over 50 Years. National Shoe Repair Competition Winners
DASHHAIR DESIGN
Julia, Kimberley, Georgia & Chantelle would like to wish everyone A Merry
Christmas and A Happy New YearThank You for your support over the year
44 Church Street, Shildon01388 773025
Brooks Photography & Joanne’s Cards
Church Street, Shildon, 01388 775569
Neil & Joanne wish all their customers, old and new, A Merry Christmas and A
Happy New Year
Tel: 01388 774154Mob: 0777 844 9812
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Crier Christmas Colouring ChallengeFind all the Christmas presents as you colour...
Alan Fryatt & Co43-45 Church Street
Alan Fryatt & Co would like to wish their clients and customers of the former Halifax a very Merry Christmas & a Prosperous New Year
Thanks for your continued support01388 773535
Did you know?
Christmas carolling began as an old English custom called Wassailing where people toasted each other to a long and healthy life.
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Christmas Reflection from Father Rupert Kalus
I remember as a small boy coming home from school on dark winter evenings. As I turned the corner of our road I could see the light shining in the window of our house at the far end. Instinctively I would quicken my step. Partly it was the desire to get out of the cold, partly the attraction of the programmes I was going to watch on the TV, but mostly I was hurrying just to be home. I wanted to be back in the place where I knew I belonged. I wanted to be free of the anxieties I sometimes felt walking by myself along the darkened streets. I wanted the simple reassurance of warmth and light. During these cold and difficult weeks leading up to Christmas life has not been easy for many people. Some, espe-cially the infirm and elderly, have been unable to leave their houses at all. Others have known the stress of travel in appalling conditions and of managing work commitments with unexpected child care demands. For others there have been the greater burdens of family difficulty, loss or unemployment. During hard times we all long for the hope and security that light and warmth symbolise. We long for welcome and for rest, for a place truly to call home. One of the great wonders of the Christmas story is that Jesus came to make his home here with us. He came to share our burdens and our difficulties, but also to bring us his joy, love and peace. In the midst of hard times we always have a place to call home. Even in the darkest hours his light shines and it will never be extinguished.Father Rupert Kalus, St. John’s Church, Shildon.
Christmas Message from Major Linda Watson
What have you put on your Christmas Tree this year? Any really old decorations that that were used 50 years ago or are they new ones? Any lights? What do you put at the top of the tree? A star? An angel? Either one reminds us of the birth of Jesus. Have you put a piece of straw on the tree? You might think it would be pretty useless on its own, a single piece of straw.When Jesus was born the Roman army and government controlled Palestine. During that time they had a phrase for worthless things. They used to say, “Well, that’s not worth a straw”. But if you think about it, straw is very useful. We use it to make beds for animals and, in some parts of the world, for people. We use it to thatch roofs on houses in lots of places here and abroad. It is used for making clay bricks. We use it to protect crops and vegetables from frost and ground damage. We use it for packing things safely. I am sure you can think of many others.But why put a piece of straw on a Christmas Tree? It’s a reminder about Jesus. He was born in a stable where there would have been a lot of straw. At the end of His life He was treated by the Romans, and others, as being worthless – not worth a straw. Even at Christmas many people think of Jesus as worthless and discard Him – they don’t give a thought about Him, even on His birthday.We can know Jesus as being worth far more than we could ever understand. The best gift we could ever have at Christmas is to know Him as a true friend.May you know the real peace and blessings of this Christmas season.Major Linda Watson, Salvation Army.
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dfc fuels cash and carry coal
AGL Business Park, Coundon (off the bypass)01388 665966
Wish all of their customers a Very Merry Christmas and a happy New year
Thank you for your continued businessWe hope to see you all in 2011
PM Motorbikes ltd83 Church Street, Shildon
01388 777500
We would like to thank all of our customers over the last 7 years
Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year to Everyone
Church Street Post OfficeShildon
Louise & staff would like to wish all their customersA Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year
For that last minute gift, don’t forget our one4all gift vouchers
Thanks for your support throughout 2010
The South Durham Counselling Service
Would like to thank everyone for all the support we have received
Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year(Office closes 17th Dec - Re-opens 4th Jan 2011)
01388 773598
Secondz64 Church Street, Shildon, 01388 778977
David, Emma & Bobby would like to thank all their customers during the
last 18 months for their support
Best Wishes to everyone for 2011
DRivinG leSSonS
Friendly, patient and professional tuition.
Learn to drive in one week or take your time with weekly lessons
tel: (01388) 772545or 0796 705 1643
www.121driving.net
JOHN’S HAIRDRESSING52 Church Street, Shildon
John would like to wish everyone the compliments
of the seasonHave a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Thanks for your support over the last 16 years
Santa Claus has many different names around the world including Father Christmas in the UK, Pere Noel in France, Kriss Kringle in Germany, La Befana in Italy, Julinesse in Denmark, Dedushka Moroz (meaning Grandfather Frost) in Russia and the Three Kings in Spain and Mexico.
The typical image we have of Santa Claus dressed in red clothes with white fur trim, is an amalgamation of cultural input over many years. Some people claim the image of Santa we know today is from Coca-cola advertising, but this simply isn’t true. The standard Santa garb was well established by the 1920s and it wasn’t until the 1930s that Coca-cola first used the Santa Claus design in their advertising.
Did you know?
Crier Christmas Crossword IIDown 2. Something people decorate.3. What people give each other.5. Where Santa's workshop is located.7. A striped Christmas treat.8. Drink and food left for Santa.10. Something people send to each other to say 'Merry Christmas'.12. The presents are usually _______ the tree.13. The month of Christmas. 14. Look at a present before you should.16. The color of Santa's suit.19. A common decoration for the top of the tree.21. A famous snowman.22. The place where Santa makes toys.23. Santa's car?24. A common decoration for the top of the tree.27. A Christmas song.29. What Santa gives to good girls and boys.
Across 1. Another word for present.4. Santa's door?6. Animals that pull Santa's sleigh.9. What people put on their Christmas tree.11. Something on Santa's face.15. The day after Christmas.17. Santa's helpers.18. The day before Christmas.20. A piece of snow.25. What Santa gives to bad girls and boys.26. A sock that hangs by the chimney.28. People put these bright things on their house.30. A reindeer with a red nose.31. A jolly man in a red suit with a beard.
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Whistle Stop Cafe22 Redworth Road, Shildon, 01388 772626
Thanks for your support throughout the year
See you all in 2011!
Cheapside Chemistshildon, 01388 777734
merry Christmas from pharmacists Keith, sandra & angela, and staff Una, angela, Karen, Joyce, sharon & Laura
please make your appointment now for our ‘stop smoking’ Clinic,
every tuesday, 1pm - 2pm
The One Stop Shop101 Byerley Road, Shildon
Stuart, Dawn & staff would like to wish all their customers, old
and new, a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
We have a wide selection of groceries, wines, newspapers and magazines.
Pay Point available.
Hancock And Ainsley1 Main Street, Shildon, 772280
John, Marie, Julie, Emma, Tracy, Angela, Laura, Catherine, Sharon, Gill, Matty &
Abi would like to wish everyone A Merry Christmas, A Happy New Year
And all the best for 2011
47-49 Main Street, Shildon
01388 772671
30-31 BondgateDarlington01325 463303
Compliments of the season to all our friends and customers
Wishing everyone all the very best for 2011
Established since 1898
Main Street News99 Main Street, Shildon, 01388 778252
Suneeta & staff would like to thank all their customers for their support during 2010
Compliments of the season to everyoneWe hope to see you all in 2011!
Why not have your papers & magazines delivered? Ring 778252
Merry Christmas and A Happy new YearFrom les, emma, norma & leanne
Guitar TutorProfessional, Qualified
& Experienced TutorAll Abilities & All Styles
FREE Introductory LessonReduced Rates for Daytime Lessons
London College of Music Registered Tutor
Fully-equipped Music Studio
Contact Chris on01388 818747
Based in Spennymoor
FOR ALL YOUR INTERNAL & EXTERNAL ALTERATIONS,
RENOVATIONS & MAINTENANCE
NO JOB TOO SMALLFREE ESTIMATES & ADvICE
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01388 777 03307711 840 429
Services & Repair
Free Quote
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Gas Safe Registeredfor All Boiler Installations,
Tel: 07826527952
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Crier Crazy Mouse Maze
Help the crazy Christmas mouse find his way to the star on the top of the Christmas tree...
Poetry CornerSimply Christmas
Christmas times are here once moreWith icicles and snow galore
Excited and unsleeping girls and boysAll expecting loads of toys
Bur these days expecting CD’s and computerWhen I was young it was caps and six shooterSledging down Civic Bank with kids in tow
In solid frozen ice and snowAlso at night carol singing for coppers
Scurrying in towns busy shoppersBoth buses and car parks fullDuring this weather very dull
City and town’s store have Santa ClausParents with children, queueing at store doors
Village lights now shining brightLeading up to Christmas every night
By Vince Elsbury
LettersDear Editor,
Many thanks to Mrs. Byre, teachers, pupils and staff of Sunnydale Community College for the wonderful Christmas Party they provided for the pensioners on December 14th. The refreshments and enter-tainment was first class. Everyone received a gift and students where there to help us get there, and see us home if we required them. I’m sure everyone had an enjoyable time. It’s nice to know someone cares. Thank you, once again, from a grateful pensioner.
Mrs. C. LongstaffSt Paul’s Terrace, Shildon.
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ALISON DYSONPROPERTY SERVICES
97-99 Church Street, Shildon
01388 77335501388 778185
Alison & staff wish all their customers the compliments of the season
Have a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year
New shildon Residents’ associationWould like to wish everyone
SEASON’S GREETINGSOur next meeting is at the salvation army
on thursday 13th January at 6.30pm
S.K. & A.J. LInSLeyButCherS & FArmerS
25 ChurCh Street, ShILDon
Thank you for your custom Over the past year
A very Merry Christmas from all the staff
TOWN TAXIS7 7 7 3 3 3
John would like to thank customers, past and present, for their patronage
and wish them a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year
FUDGEHair DEsiGn
Kelly, Jenni, Laura, Sarah & Samantha wish everyone all
the best for 2011
Thanks for your support
John, Val & Charlotte fromDunn Barton Int eriors62 Church Street, Shildon
Wish all their customers aMerry Christmas and a Happy New Year
www.dunnbartoninteriors.co.uk01388 776615
mIlneRS
Telephone
776150
WINDOW CLEANERSAll areas covered
Patios, Conservatories,& Gutters also cleaned.
S&D Quality CareWe deliver quality care
and services for the elderly, disabled, or
anyone needing our help and support.
Tailored support to your personal needs.
Telephone Sharon: (01388) 778 089
Crier Christmas Wordsearch
BallBell BlitzenCandycaneChimneyChristmasComet
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Did you know?
Christmas trees become popular in the UK from 1841 when Prince Albert erected a tree in Windsor Castle following a German tradition. Fir trees have been decorated at Christmas time in Germany since the 8th century.
Attacker spared jailA man who broke his girl-friend’s jaw and perforated her eardrum was spared jail after the court heard how he had already fallen victim to “local justice”.Jason Ainsley-Weighell of Bouch Street, Shildon attended court with a black eye as his lawyer Jonathan Walker told Teesside Crown Court how he has needed to be resuscitated three times by paramedics and doctors after he was beaten up by her angry family.Mr Walker continued to explain that Ainsley-Weighell suffered fractures to his cheekbone and jaw and was on a life support machine in hospital for three days. The assault came months after he attacked his partner last July, and was followed by another vigilante attack last Friday which left the defendant black and blue.
The court heard how their six year relationship was littered with fights and on July 24th last year they had a drunken argument. Nigel Soppitt, prosecut-ing, said that after she was pushed onto a bed and punched in the ear and face, the victim tried to call for help but Ainsley-Weighell smashed her phone. She then tried to flee but had her arm pinned in a door.Judge Howard Crowson told him “It should end in a prison sentence, but I take on board the local justice that you have had meted out to you on more than one occasion.”Ainsley-Weighell was handed a restraining order to stop him harassing or going near his now former partner and given a nine month jail sentence, suspended for two years.
Mam can I have a dog for Christmas?No you can have a Turkey like everyone else!
What do you get if you eat the Christmas decorations?
Tinselities!
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THE MOTOR SHOPEst 1979, 2 Cheapside, Shildon
Tel: 01388 773654
Malcolm would like to wish all his customers a Merry Christmas
& a Happy New YearOpen Mon-Fri 8.30am - 5.00pm - Sat 8.30am - 3.00pm
Sun 9.30am - noon inc Bank Holidayswww.themotorshop.co.uk
Shildon Civic HallPaul and all his staff, on behalf
of Shildon Town Council, would like to thank everyone
for their support and wish everyone a Merry Christmas
and a Happy New Year
Maan Bros Of Shildon41 Auckland Terrace - Off Licence
Singh, Pam & family would like to wish all our valued customers, old and new, a
very Merry Christmas and a Healthy & Prosperous New Year
Open Christmas Day 9.30am till 3.30pmAll the very best for the Festive Season & the New year
P.J.R. PLASTERING
All aspects of PlasteringRe-skims & Rendering
Clean ServiceQuality WorkmanshipVery Reasonable Rates
No Job too Small
Phone for afRee quote
01388 7752750781 357 1929
D.B. Carpet & Upholstery CleaningOne room, any size - £30£10 per room thereafter
Mattresses steam cleaned
Christmas appointments now being taken
Tel: 07878 271 967
xprESS STorES3 Cheapside, Shildon, County Durham, 01388 772191
Kellie & staff would like to thank all their customers for their
continuing support. Merry Christmas and Happy New
Year for 2011For any Newspaper / Magazine deliveries Please Call 772191
25A Church Street, Shildon, 778558Linda, Natalie, Lynsey, Sam, Michelle, Michael, Beth,
Katie, Bethany and our new Beauty Therapist Dee would like to thank all their clients for their loyalty
over the year and wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy new Year
We look forward to giving you a ‘Total Restyle’ in 2011!
Open six days a week, Mon - Sat
Did you know?
The Christmas tree displayed in Trafalgar square in London is an annual gift to the UK from Norway since 1947. The Norwegian spruce given is a token of appreciation of British friendship during World War II from the Norwegian people.
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Margot’sUnisex Hairdressers
Church Street, Shildon: 01388 772257, Open Mon - Sat
Ann, Peter, Becky, Rachelle, Nikky, Abbyleigh & Clare wish all their customers, past, present & future A Happy Christmas
and A Prosperous New Year
Thanks to everyone for your support with our
charity work
M & M Chemists14 Church Street, Shildon
all the staff wish everybody a merry Christmas & a happy New Year
Our ‘stop smoking’ Clinic is open monday to Friday 8.45am - 5.45pm
We can carry out ‘medicines Use Review’ for youWe offer a collection & delivery service
Our branch at Bishop auckland is open over the Bank holiday 9am - 1pm daily & Christmas day 12 noon - 1pm
B. Stoker Butcher29 Main Street, Shildon, 01388 772968
Brian wishes all his customers the compliments of the Festive Season and A Very Happy New Year
DavisonsD.I.Y.&Hardware6ChurchStreet,Shildon,01388772116
Thelittleshopthat’sgotthelot-wellalmost!Atcompetitivepricestoo!
Gill would like to wish all her customers, old and new, a very Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year
and hopes to see you all in 2011
r J BowES13a ST JohnS road Shildon 01388 774356
Sandwiches, buffets, pie & peas suppers specialist
Ronnie, Edna & Sheila wish all our customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Having a Party? We will do your baking
Established in Shildon since 1975
NA SHUNISEX FREELANCE HAIRDRESSER
Janine PincherCall today for an appointment
07817 027 768A big Thank You for your support throughout the year
Merry Christmas and A Happy New yearMany Thanks, Janine x
Did you know?
The common abbreviation for Christmas to Xmas is derived from the Greek alphabet. X is the letter Chi, which is the first letter of Christ’s name in the Greek alphabet.
Crier Christmas RecipesBaileys Chocolate Cheesecake
Ingredients• 100g/3½oz butter• 250g/8¾oz digestive biscuits, crushed• 600g/1lb 5oz Philadelphia cream cheese• 25ml/1fl oz Baileys
• 100ml/3½oz icing sugar• 300ml/10½oz whipped double cream
• 100g/3½oz grated chocolate• 200ml/7¼oz whipped double cream to garnish• cocoa powder, to dust
Method1. Melt the butter in a pan and add the crushed digestive biscuits. Mix well until the biscuits have absorbed all the butter.2. Remove from the heat and press into the bottom of a lined 18cm/7in springform tin. Place in the refrigerator and allow to set for one hour.3. Meanwhile, prepare the filling. Lightly whip the cream cheese then beat in the Bailey's and icing sugar. Fold in the whipped cream and grated chocolate. When smooth, spoon evenly onto the biscuits.4. Refrigerate and allow to set for a further two hours. Once set, remove and decorate with whipped cream and cocoa powder dusted over the top. Serve.
Grace’s Baptism at St. John’s
Grace Bell was Baptised at St. John’s Church in Shildon on Sunday. Parents David and Leanne Bell were ever so proud as they watched Reverend Rupert Kalus dutifully baptise their six month old daughter and welcome her into the church.David, a reed-bed con-structor and Leanne, an
Baby Grace with her parents Davis and Leanne Bell.
expenses clerk, both of Busty Terrace, Shildon, chose Chris and Gemma Archer, Jenni Dunn, Michelle Gibson and Mark Ellwood as Godparents to Grace.Family and friends all gathered together afterwards for a bunfight at Elm Road Club to celebrate the occasion!
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Call LiamOffice 01388 815506
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PLUMBING & HEATINGFerguson’s Fruit & VegQuality Fruit & Vegetables
We wish everyone the Compliments of the Season and thank them
for their support
8 Church StreetShildon
Staff would like to wish all past, present and future clients A Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year
40 Church Street, Shildon, DL4 1DX, 01388 776000
The Three TunsAssociation Street, Shildon, 01388 772955
thank you for your support throughout the year
Billy, heather & staff would like to wish all our customers a Very happy Christmas and a happy New Year
Premier Express Convenience Store
22 Main Street, ShildonRaakesh and his staff would like to wish old
and new customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Open Christmas Day: 8am to 10.30pm
Dial-A-Cab776969
Jason, Karen & staff would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Working all through the Christmas Holidays including Christmas Day & New Year’s Day
Now Available 4 to 16 Seaters
GarnETTsinternational Coaches
Wish all their clients The compliments of the season
Booking offices in Spennymoor, Newton Aycliffe, Ferryhill, Shildon, Bishop Auckland and Tindale Crescent
For more information ring 01388 604419
PrEMiEr PodiatrY
A first class footcare serviceAppointments available every Saturday morning at Burke Street Surgery,
Shildon. Discount for OAPsFor enquiries Telephone
0790 231 7839Home visits on request.
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THIS CRIB FORTH
MISS CHERRY MART
Conundrums
PEACE ON EARTH
BIRTH OF CHRIST
MERRY CHRISTMAS
Crier Crossword I
Christmas Quiz1. Turkey. 2. Marzipan 3. Soviet Union 4. Father Christmas 5. N:O:R:A:D: North American Radar And Defense 6. Croatia 7. The Christkind (Christ Child) - Also accept Kris Kringle, an Americanised version of the word. 8. Christmas crackers. 9. Mulled. 10. To open. 11. Fino and Oloroso. 12. Rose Water. 13. A spiders web. 14. Eskimos. 15. Band Aid. 16. Norway. 17. Esperanto. 18. Bethlehem.
Did you know?
In 1647 English parliament passed a law that made Christmas illegal.All festivities were banned by Puritan leader Oliver Cromwell, - who considered feasting and revelry (on what was supposed to be a holy day) - to be immoral.
Across: 1. Gift, 4. Chimney, 6. Reindeer, 9. Decorations, 11. Beard, 15. Boxing day, 17. Elves, 18. Christmas eve, 20. Snowflake, 25. Coal, 26. Stocking, 28. Lights, 30. Rudolph, 31. Santa Claus. Down: 2. Tree, 3. Presents, 5. North pole, 7. Candy cane, 8. Milk and cookies, 10. Card, 12. Under, 13. December, 14. Peek, 16. Red, 19. Star, 21. Frosty, 22. Workshop, 23. Sleigh, 24. Angel, 27. Carol, 29. Toys.
Crossword II
Tourist attractions and accommodation providers throughout the North East are invited to attend a free leaflet distribution event at Locomotion: The National Railway Museum at Shildon on Wednesday February 16th. The event – which will run from 11am to 3pm – is the ideal opportunity for tourist attractions and accommodation providers
Leaflet distribution event
to exchange and collect marketing literature, and network with colleagues in the tourism industry.It’s free to book a display table at the event – for more information, or to reserve a table, please contact Pam Porter, Events Officer at Locomotion: The National Railway Museum at Shildon, by email on [email protected].
Do you have leaflets for your business?
The Crier is delivered to around 6,000 homesLeaflets distributed from just 2p each
(01388) 775 896
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SportLocal leagues, competitions and events...
Clem's Fish RestaurantWhere our Great British Tradition is still kept at its best
All the staff at Clem’s Fish Restaurant would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Many thanks for your custom over the past 26 years
01388 773400
A & R ElectricsThe Home Appliance Specialist
Floorcare Dealers
Richard and staff would like to wish all of our customers a
Merry Christmas 2010!
The Square Cafe7 Church Street, Shildon
Andrew & Claire and all the staff would like to wish all our customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Thanks for your support over the last year
GODFREY’STHE BUTCHERS
All our staff at Godfrey’s wish our customers the
Compliments of the Season10 Church Street, Shildon, 01388 772884
d a TaxiS01388 777262
Ricky, Debbie & all the staff wish everyone The Compliments of the Season
4-6-8-16 Seater & Disabled access taxisOpen as usual Christmas Day
B.m. electrical
From a socket to a re-wire.Burglar alarms,
digital Aerial & TV.Wall mounting service.
Domestic appliance repairs.01388 77945207881 823382
fRee QUoTATIonSPart P registered
the shildon & district Countryside movement
Thank everyone for their support in all our activities over the year and wish you all a very Merry Christmas and the best of everything in the New Year
K & E TaxiS01388 772117
Keith would like to wish all his customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Thanks for your support throughout the year
Lily Lloyd Flowers91 Church Street Shildon
Would like to thank all her customers over the last year for their support
A Merry Christmas To Everyone
01388 779207
Did you know?
Before settling on the name of Tiny Tim for his character in “A Christmas Carol,” three other alliterative names were considered by Charles Dickens. They were Little Larry, Puny Pete, and Small Sam!
Did you know?
“It’s a Wonderful Life” appears on TV more often than any other holiday movie.
Bing Crosby’s version of “White Christmas” is the biggest selling Christmas song of all time.
Shildon ease Bishop asideShildon AFC played their first game in a month when they entertained local rivals Bishop Auckland in the league on Wednesday 15th December 2010. Having lost heavily to Bishop’s in the Durham Challenge Cup in October, the Railwaymen were seeking revenge.They couldn’t have wished for a better start, scoring in the 2nd minute with a blistering strike from 25 yards from Craig Price.Bishop’s levelled the score on 7 mins. when Darren Richardson, from 20 yards shot low, past keeper Gareth Young.The home side began to find their rhythm, passing the ball around in their usual manner and on 19 mins. they took the lead when a 3 man move from the half way line saw Chris Hughes round the keeper.Four minutes later it was 3 - 1 when Andy Johnson worked the ball down the right to Lee Chapman who
coolly coverted.On 31 mins. a Lee Chapman free kick found Chris Hughes 12 yards out, who calmly drove the ball home.Minutes later Chris Hughes was storming through when he was pulled down by Bishop’s No. 4 Lewis Brown in the box. The spot kick was converted by Lee Chapman for 5 - 1.Shildon were running rampant tearing through the Bishop’s defence leaving them vulnerable every time Shildon attacked.On 38 mins. Sonny Andrews was through but his shot from the edge of the penalty area hit the post.Right on half time another four man move was finished off by Jamie Harwood, whose blistering shot was unstoppable for 6 - 1.With the games result decided, the 2nd half was always going to be
less frantic, however, the home side were still in full control.On 64 mins. Jamie Harwood’s header hit the post, then on 75 mins. a brilliant run by Harwood found Lee Chapman who chipped the ball over the keeper for his hat-trick.One minute later Chris Hughes, was denied his hat-trick when he was judged to be off-side.Considering that the Railwaymen were several players short on the night, the score line of 7 - 1 shows how much strength Shildon have in their squad.Final Score: Shildon 7 Bishop Auckland 1Goalscorers: Price 2. Hughes 19, 31. Chapman 25, 35, 75. Harwood 45.Man-of-the-Match: Chris Hughes. Shildon’s postponed game verus Coalville Town in the FA Vase has been re-arranged for Saturday 8th January 2011.