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Are you a Wise Owl or a Head-Burying Ostrich when it comes to that d-word?THIS month, we discuss the many complexities which can arise from NOT making a Will.WHAT MOST PEOPLE THINK OR HOPE!

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

YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES will fall into one of the following categories: Married, Cohabiting or Single.

MARRIED: In the event of the death of a married person, the Intestacy rules divide the Estate into shares, with a share going to the surviving husband or wife (the spouse). The amount a spouse can inherit is restricted to an amount set by the Government.

THE POPULAR BELIEF that a spouse automatically inherits everything is simply not true. This is because your nearest blood-relations (children, parents, brothers, sisters etc.) are also entitled to take a share under the Intestacy Rules inherit, with the rising values of Estates, the SPOUSE'S SHARE could be the smallest one.

FACT: If you have not made a Will, even your life insurance policies will not be paid until probate has been granted, unless they are written into trust! (Probate will take many months, sometimes years, to be granted!).

FACT: If your Children are orphaned and you have not appointed a guardian in a Will, then Social Services will decide who looks after them, including allocating them to Foster Parents).

FACT: If there are no surviving members of your family, the whole Estate would go to the Crown (Government).

COHABITING: Thousands of people live together without getting married. Unfortunately, most think that, after a few years together or if they have become a Common Law husband or wife and have same rights as a married person. Let there be no doubt about this. If you live with another person unmarried (including single-sex couples), with respect to finance and inheritance you are known as a Cohabitee and do not have the same rights as a married person. The general term, Common Law, means law-based

judicial decisions and custom.

SO, if you are Cohabitee, the information on single people is more appropriate to you.

SINGLE: If a single person dies without a Will, the line of Inheritance can be complicated and can often involve relatives you have never even met!

HERE WE GO... first, you children will inherit your whole Estate - if there are no surviving children, next in line are your grandchildren - if you have no grandchildren, then both your parents - if both have died before you, then your brothers and/or nieces - if none, then your cousins (however far removed) and, if no cousins, everything goes to the Government... phew!

IF you are single and without a Will, I can hear you are thinking: 'Well, that's OK, it will go to my children, anyway'). That may be partly true, but what is also true is that it will take months and, possibly, years to sort out your affairs (obtain Probate), and the Solicitors who sort this out will charge THOUSANDS OF POUNDS for their work. This is money that, for the sake of making your Will (£69), you could have left your Children!

Even if you have no Children or close family, many people would want their Estate to go to CLOSE FRIENDS or a CHARITY, rather than the GOVERNMENT OR UNKNOWN RELATIONS.

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7 Once again, the shorter days and cooler weather signify the beginning of the Autumn months. However, this time of the year holds many potential hazards for out pets. Staff at The Croft Veterinary Clinic, in Newcastle-under-Lyme, possess a wealth of expertise and invaluable knowledge, offering welcome tips on how to combat the myriad menaces posed by fleas, ticks and harvest mites, in addition to the dangers of highly-palatable anti-freeze and Autumn fruits. 9 On Friday, October 25th, Baddeley Green WMC is playing host to a lady who is simply unmissable for fans of Soul and Motown. Diane Shaw is being heralded as the freshest thing to hit the UK Soul scene in years. From the dynamic and emotive ballads of such artists as Gladys Knight, Aretha Franklinand Dorothy Moore, venturing into Northern classics, from the likes of Martha Reeves, Tammi Terrell, The Elgins and The Velvetettes, ending up with everyone in the room on their feet, dancing to a tribute to the classics of Motown, including The Supremes, The Vandellas and her own versions of classics from The Four Tops and The Isley Brothers.16-18 On Sunday, October 20th, join Signal 1 and Signal 2 for the most spectacular bridal event of the year at The Best Western Plus Stoke-on-Trent Moat House Hotel, Festival Park, from 10.30am to 4.30pm. Signal's Autumn Bridal Fayre is the 'one-stop shop' for your 'Big Day' (not just for you, but for the entire wedding party). Take your seat in the ballroom and be entertained by local, two-piece band, Griferz, before your imagination is captured by the event's glamorous catwalk shows at 12.30pm and 3pm, commencing with a short demonstration of hairdressing wizardry by Theo Georgiou, of Theo Georgiou International.24 Classic comedy, 'Time of My Life', is heading to the New Vic Theatre in October, when Alan Ayckbourn makes his annual visit to the Newcastle-under-Lyme theatre-in-the-round. First produced at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre is one of the playwright's most popular plays and is at the New Vic from Tuesday, October 8th, to Saturday, October 26th. It is Laura Stratton's birthday and, to celebrate the event, her husband, Gerry, their two sons and their partners are gathered for an evening out in the family's favourite restaurant. This dinner turns out to be a significant moment in all their lives with repercussions for years to come!29 Rosehips are a common sight in British hedgerows, adding a splash of colour to Autumnal walks. New research is showing that the humble rosehip could also have role to play in out health, however, and could be an important addition to medicine cabinets this Winter.

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

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

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

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IT'S a fact: funeral costs are rising fast!

Indeed, the average funeral costs 71% more than it did just eight years ago!

So, planning for your funeral in advance is well worth thinking about. After all, a recent survey (Sun Life Direct Cost of Dying Report 2012) tells us that a funeral costing £3,284 today will have leapt to almost £5,642 by 2020.

Will your savings or life policy protect you against these rising costs?

Will your family be left with a large bill and uncertainty about your funeral arrangements?

When you are paying for something, do you like to know exactly what it costs?

Would potential long-term care-costs affect the affordability of having the funeral arrangements that you wish?

A new report into Social Funeral Payments - Annual Report by the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions on the Social Fund 2010/11 - reveals that the Funeral Payment Scheme, intending to contribute to the cost of funerals for the most vulnerable in society, is failing to meet mounting demand. As the most funerals increases and economic austerity continues, a burgeoning, older population is likely to bring ever-increasing pressure on an already-stretched system.

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With a funeral plan, you can protect yourself (or someone else) against these rising costs. Once you've paid for the plan, everything's taken care of. In addition, buying at today's prices will also save you money, giving you and your loved ones guaranteed peace-of-mind.

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You're guaranteed to be accepted for this plan - whatever your age or health. And, if you want to change your mind within 30 days of taking it

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With a funeral plan, you decide exactly how you want your funeral to be. By planning it now, you're taking difficult decisions away from the people you care about - helping them at what will, undoubtedly, be a stressful time. You can be certain that the funeral you choose is exactly how it will happen.

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For further information, please telephone Anthony Heath, Professional Will Writer, at 40, Netherton Grove, Milton, Stoke-on-Trent ST2 7NL on 01782 361971/07780-009245 or email: [email protected].

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or email [email protected]

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BEWARE: AUTUMN ALARM!!ONCEagain,theshorterdaysandcoolerweathersignifythebeginningoftheAutumnmonths.

However,thistimeoftheyearholdsmanypotentialhazardsforourpets.

Despitethecoolingweather,FLEASdonot,unfortunately,takeholidayandarestillamajorproblematthistimeoftheyear.

So,nowisdefinitelyNOTthetimetoloweryourguardagainsttheseirritating,tinypests!

TICKSareparticularlyactiveintheAutumnmonths,livinginlonggrassandwoodlandareas.

Ticksclamberontopassingpets,firmlyattachingthemselvesandfeedingontheirblood.

Worsestilltheycanalsospreadarangeofdiseases,suchasLymediseaseandBabesiosis.

HARVESTMITESareactiveinlonggrassatthistimeofyear,swarmingontopassingpetswheretheytendtocongregateontheears,eyelids,feetsandtheundersideoftheabdomen.

Theyareeasilyidentifiedasbright,orangedotsadheringtightlytotheskinandareusuallyacauseofgreatirritation.

Routinecar-maintenanceatthistimeofyearinvolvescheckinganti-freezelevels.

BeawarethatANTIFREEZE(containingethyleneglycol)isextremelypalatabletopets,andtheywilltrytodrinkitifitisleftaroundoraccidentallysplit,resultinginkidney-failureand,often,death.

AnotherhazardtoavoidisdogseatingAUTUMNFRUITSanddevelopingdigestiveproblems;dopreventaccesstofallenapples,conkersandthelike.

Finally,turningtoRABBITS,ifyouhaven'thadyourrabbitvaccinatedagainstMYXOMATOSISandVHDyet,actnow!

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commIttee & volunteers In unIsonTHE completion of a total programme of decoration has further emphasised the upwards momentum achieved by this popular venue in Newcastle Borough.With all rooms and facilities boasting a brand-new 'facelift' (and the addition of a new pool-table and jukebox), Bradwell Workingmen's Club is set to enter the New Year of 2014, truimphantly 'bucking the trend' in clubland throughout North Staffordshire.

The Bradwell Lane club's Secretary, Lesley Hill, attributes its ongoing success to economic good sense and the fact that it benefits from an first-class management committe and very dedicated, "excellent" volunteers, who play a vital role at Bradwell WMC."The club is run on a very tight budget, and we are very lucky to have a brilliant committee which is second-to-none," explained Lesley, who became Club Secretary in January of this year.She is joined on the management body by Alan Wildgoose (President), Pauline Johnson (Treasurer),

Harvey Hulse (Concert Secretary) and Helen Lawton, Susan and David Kiddersley, Graham Johnson and Charlie Riley (Committee Members)."Alan Wildgoose and Harvey Hulse are both very long-serving Committee officers, and are pillars of strength here," Lesley told us.The club relies heavily on volunteers (Geoffrey and others) for the Sunday Bingo Cards, with the Monday Night Bingo attracting what Lesley describes as "a nice, young crowd".Meanwhile, the 'Monday Club' (which meets between 12 noon and 3pm) is run by senior citizens themselves, providing their own entertainment.Throughout the week (on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, plus Sunday lunchtimes), Bingo sessions are, needless to say, a perennially-popular attraction.The club also hosts meetings of the local

branch of the charitable organisation, 'The Buffs' (Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes).Concert Secretary, Harvey Hulse, ensures that the club maintains its reputation for presenting top-notch live acts every weekend (both Saturday and Sunday evenings), and entertainment for 2013's festive season is already fully arranged."We are having eleven acts appearing throughout December, with a disco on Christmas Night, plus a pensioners' Christmas party on Thursday 12th and

one for members' children on the 19th," said Lesley Hill.In addition to its own pigeon club and bowls team, Bradwell WMC majors in indoor games, including dominoes and pool, while it boasts two darts teams (playing, on Tuesday and Thursday nights, in the SuperLeague and including world champion, Adrian Lewis, and Lesley Hill's husband, Frazer, himself a county player).Thursday, October 24th, sees the club staging its latest charitable fund-raiser (in aid of Cancer Research), featuring entertainment by six or seven, local youngsters, plus Bingo sessions."On December 27th, 2012, we held a very successful charitable evening for the Donna Louise Hospice, raising £902," said Lesley, whose grandfather, Ernie Smith, was one of Bradwell WMC's founding fathers, collecting a shilling a week from potential members to launch the club.Members and bona fide guests can enjoy a terrific choice of competitively-priced drinks (from the acclaimed portfolios of Carlsberg, Coors and Heineken), served up in friendly, efficient manner by Club Steward, John Bould (who has held the post for the past, two years), and his two assistants.

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BRADWELL W.M.C. Top Class Entertainment Every Saturday & Sunday Nights

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Sun 20Th - SandY STinE (malE vOCaliST)

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Sun 27Th - JOE Wall (ExCEllEnT vOCaliST)

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Our large Concert Room is offered for private hire to all customers on Fridays nights (when available), and you can also

relax in the club’s refurbished Lounge.EXCELLENT INDOOR GAMES FACILITIES

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Sat 5th - Sarah Jay Sat 12th - Wayne evanS

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Anyone wishing to audition for us we are holding the next one at. You can be

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Our Top-Flight live entertainment for Saturday & Sunday nights

OCTOBER

Sat 5th Just Jacob

Sun 6th Miss T

Sat 12th Tyler Jon

Sun 13th Andy Hammersley

Sat 19th Traci Hanson

Sun 20th Guy Surtees

Sat 26th Lucas Adams

Sun 27th Faye Horne

Fri 18th Motown & Soul Night£5 members

£7 non memberstickets only available from the

club 01782 782748Randy, Sid St John & Little Miss

Motown

A 'must' for Soul & Motown fansON Friday, October 25th, Baddeley Green WMC is playing host to a lady who packs clubs to the rafters, and is simply unmissable for fans of Soul and Motown.

Once described as the "most famous unknown singer" in the UK, Diane Shaw has, in her career, probably performed in front of more people than most of the singers in the pop charts today.

She is being heralded as the freshest thing to hit the UK Soul scene in years, bringing an enthusiasm and energy rarely seen on stage today.

After a decade of performing her famous Motown show at glitzy venues all over Britain and Europe, for celebrities and dignitaries alike, Diane is now turning her efforts towards going back 'to her musical roots'.

Having grown up with '60s and '70s'

soul scene, Diane has been busy, re-recording and host of Motown, Northern and Modern Soul classics, and songs that inspired her become a professional singer from an early age.

From the dynamic and emotive ballads of such artists as Gladys Knight, Aretha Franklin and Dorothy Moore, venturing into Northern classics, from the likes of Martha Reeves, Tammi Terrell, The Elgins and the Velvetettes, ending up with everyone in the room on their feet, dancing to a tribute to the classics of

Motown, including The Supremes, The Vandellas and even her own versions of classics from The Four Tops and The Isley Brothers - something for everyone!

Tickets (priced at £7) are on sale behind the bar at the Leek New Road venue (which is not open in the daytime from Monday to Thursday), with further information available on (01782) 541246.

Guaranteed to get you buzzin'!!BADDELEY Green WMC offers a 'Pink Ribbon Night' - featuring the UK's premier live club, house and dance music band - on Friday, October 11th.

With their unique style and repertoire, HouseJammerz have established themselves as one of the country's 'must-have' acts, playing all the classic club anthems which guarantee to get you buzzin'!

The band takes club/house/dance classics to a whole, new, exciting level, with unrivalled, live production and quality musicianship combining to deliver a show, which, featuring a host of top vocalists, never disappoints.

HouseJammerz comprises Dean Fradley (drums), Steve Parnell (bass), Darrel Hardwick (guitar), Simon Greatbatch (keyboards), Alison David, Judith Ude and Jen Widgery (vocals) and Jim Wheeler (sound).

Priced at £6 (with all profits going to the North Staffs. Breast Care Unit), tickets are on sale behind the bar at the Leek New Road venue (which is not open during the daytime on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays), with further information available on (01782) 541246.





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OCTOBERSaT 5Th - ROCk JuSTifiEd

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SaT 26Th - RYan JOnES

Sun 27Th - TOnY JOnES

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COBRIDGE CORONATION CLUBEvery Saturday night is the best of Country & WesternClass acts not to be missed • All line dancers welcome

Bingo every Friday & Sunday night in LoungeWednesday Afternoon Social Afternoon

LARGE Screen TV in BarSoul & Motown Sessions (ring for details)75/85 Mulgrave Street,Hanley, Stoke-on-TrentTel: 01782 214093

OCTOBERfRi 4Th - ROCk & ROll

SaT 6Th - SOul & mOTOWn

fRi 11Th - SOul & mOTOWn SCOOTER CluB

SaT 12Th - mikE dEnvER

fRi 18Th - ROCk & ROll

SaT 19Th - andY SmiTh (COunTRY & WESTERn)fRi 25Th - TRiBuTE ShOW kEnnY ROGERS &

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MONDAY: Line dancing • THURSDAY: Night bingoINDOOR GAMES SNOOKER, SKITTLES, POOL, CRIBBAGE, DOMINOES ETC

SUNDAY LUNCH, available in the lounge resterauntDISC DRAW every Thursday, Friday & Sataurday

Every alternative Thurs afternoon FRIENDSHIP CLUBBingo Fri/Sat Nights

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'Grand' success for Goldenhill WMC fund-raiserGOLDENHILL WMC's 'Fun Day', held on Bank Holiday Monday, August 26th, was a huge success, raising in excess of £2,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support.

On Friday, October 18th, the Kidsgrove Road venue is staging a Motown & Soul Night, featuring Randy (who headlined the 'Fun Day'), Sid Saint John and Little Miss Motown.

Tickets - priced at £5 (Members) and £7 (Non-Members) - are available only at Goldenhill WMC, Tel: (01782) 782748.

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Broughton Arms1835

Newcastle Road, Balterley, Nr. Crewe CW2 5PY

Please contact Maria or Ken on

for bookings and further details01270 820227

• Freshly prepared food in a traditional country pub

• Food served 7 days a week 12noon - 2pm & 6pm - 9.30pm

• Sunday - open all day • Traditional Sunday lunch

• Traditional ales • Beer garden• Function room available

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Fun for ALL the family - but PLEASE COME EARLY, SAY ORGANISERS!ON Saturday, November 2nd, 2013, the sky will be illuminated by 'the biggest bonfire and fireworks display in the region'!As ever, the venue for Betley Bonfire is Betley

Court Farm (by kind permission of Mr. and Mrs. F. Speed).Betley Bonfire (which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2009) is, moreover, one of the largest events in the WHOLE of the UK.The gates open at 4pm, and the bonfire will be lit at 6pm (SO, REMEMBER TO ARRIVE EARLY!).The fireworks extravaganza will start later in the evening at 7.30pm, once the bonfire is 'going strong' and the expectant crowds have arrived.Once again, Stanworth's Funfair is in attendance, with rides suitable for children and adults of all ages, with 'giant'-rides for the brave amongst you and gentler ones for the rest of us!Other attractions include fire-jugglers (performing at approximately 5.30pm and 6.30pm) and the Signal Roadshow.There will be a pleasing variety of hot food- and drinks-vendors, providing fare and refreshments to suit everyone's taste.Tickets for the event (sponsored by Madeley Heath Motors, in association with Signal 1) are just £7 (adults) and £3 (children).The website is: www.betleybonfire.com

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All the magic of ABBA's greatest hits!!IN the run-up to 2013's festive season, Roy and Sharon Potter are presenting yet another top-class, high-calibre show for your delectation at their acclaimed Cheshire hostelry!

For, the latest 'Night with the Stars' at The Wilbraham Arms, Alsager, features a fantastic ABBA tribute show, with all their greatest, memorable hits on Friday, November 29th.

From the opening beats of 'Voulez Vous' to the final notes of 'Thank You For The Music', Abba 2 Nite delivers a terrific tribute, complete with superb, live vocals and and harmonies

throughout, as the two girls from Bolton really do capture all the magic and excitement of one of the world's most successful and entertaining bands.

Tickets for this great evening of fun, tongue-in-cheek entertainment cost just ¬£20 (including the Alsager

venue's ever-popular, two-course cabaret buffet!) can be booked NOW.

As ever, 'mine hosts', Roy and Sharon, are providing discerning diners with festive menus (available from Mondays, December 2nd to 23rd), offering superb culinary fare, home-cooked and served within a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

The Christmas Fayre Lunch Menu (priced at £14.95 [2-course] and £17.95 (3-course], including complimentary coffee & mince pie) offers four starters (Soup of the Day, Creamy Garlic

Mushrooms, Tuna & Mozzarella Fishcake & Chicken Liver Pâté), followed by a quintet of main courses.

Readers can choose from Traditional Roast Turkey (with 'all the trimmings'), Fresh Salmon Fillet (oven-roasted with a white wine & dill sauce), Hunter's Chicken (topped with Welsh rarebit, bacon & barbecue sauce), Traditional Italian Lasagne (with garlic bread, salad & home-made coleslaw) and Mushroom Stroganoff (with fluffy rice & dressed mixed leaves).

After that, you can plump for a quartet of desserts ('Mars Bar' Cheesecake, Chocolate Roulade, Ice Cream and Traditional Christmas Pudding & Brandy Sauce.

The Christmas Fayre Dinner (2 courses for £19.95 & 3 courses for £24.95) features four starters (Soup of the Evening, Baked Field Mushroom, Prawn & Smoked Salmon Salad & Chicken, Parma Ham & Sage Roulade).

Afterwards, there's a choice of five main courses: Traditional Roast Turkey, Fillet of Sea Bream (served with roasted vegetables, saut'e potato & butter caper dressing), Lamb Henry (slow-roasted shoulder joint of lamb in mint & red wine), Beef Bourguignon (cooked in red wine, shallots, bacon, roasted root vegetables, potatoes & fresh thyme) & Vine Tomato & Goat's Cheese Tarte Tartin (with basil & herb dressing, buttered new potatoes & salad), followed by three desserts ('Mars Bar' Cheesecake; Tiramisu, topped with Italian Chocolate Shavings; and Traditional Christmas Pudding, with Brandy Sauce) or the Cheeseboard (plus £2).

Naturally, the Christmas Day Menu (priced at £62 [adults], £30 [children, 5-12] and £15 [infants, 5 & under]) affords discerning diners a gourmandising delight.

After a quartet of starters (Butternut Squash Soup, Duck & Cranberry Pâté, Portobello Mushroom Gratin & Lobster, Smoked Salmon & Prawn Roulade), readers can tuck into a choice of six main courses.

You can plump for Cheshire Roast Turkey (hand-carved & presented with a bacon roll & home-made chipolata & cranberry stuffing); Roast Sirloin of Beef Glenshee (served with truffle oil, whisky & wild

mushroom jus); Scottish Salmon Milanese (on a bed of saffron-scented creamy, lemon risotto); Slow-Roasted Pork Shank (on leek & potato mash, apple & cider sauce); Crispy Half-Roast Duck (flamed in cognac until crispy, served with a classical orange & Cointreau sauce); and Goat's Cheese, Tomato & Basil Torte (served with a rocket & vine tomato salad).

To finish off a perfect meal, you can choose from Traditional Christmas Pudding & Brandy Sauce; Chocolate Truffle, served with Orange Coulis; Bailey's Cheesecake, with Caramel Dressing; and Cheese & Biscuits, followed by Coffee & Mince Pie.

Also offering tremendous value-for-money - at £19.95 (adults), £12.95 (children [5-12]) & £7.95 (5 & under) - the Boxing Day Menu features four starters (Roasted Parsnip Soup, Breaded Flat Field Mushrooms, Prawn Cocktail and Ardennes Pâté).

For main courses on St. Stephen's Day, diners can choose from the venue's Traditional Carvery (Roast Beef & Pork & Honey-Roasted Ham), Ch`ef's Pie of the Day, Cod & Chips, Country Chicken Bake (Supreme of chicken stuffed with Ardennes Pâté, wrapped in streaky bacon, topped with creamy mushroom & Stilton sauce), 'Rumpelstiltskin' (a tender & generous slice of rib-eye steak, topped with a delicious, creamy Stilton, bacon & mushroom sauce) & Butternut Squash & Mozzarella Tart (with a crisp, green salad & garlic Ciabatta).

Then, a choice of Festive Dessert can be enjoyed to complete the festive repast!

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FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH NORTHERN SOUL NIGHTSECOND FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH ALTERNATIVE NIGHT WITH STAN MUGGINS

SOUND OF STONE ROSES, ECHO AND THE BUNNYMEN, SKA ETCEVERY TUESDAY NIGHT GOLDEN TORCH SCOOTER CLUB

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The Wilbraham ArmsIndependently run for the last 17 years

Open: MON - SAT Lunch and Evenings SUN all Day

Sandbach Road North, Alsager,Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. ST72AX

Tel: 01270 877970 www.thewilbrahamarms.co.uk

• Function Facility• Fresh Home Cooked Food• Cabaret Dinner Evenings• Live Jazz every Sunday Evening

TICKETS £20 inc.

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Now Taking Christmas Bookings

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Thursday Steak Sizzler All DayFriday Home Made Curry Day Curry Day

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THE ROYAL OAKOpen Sun-Thurs 12noon - 11pm

Fri & Sat 12noon - 12am

FOOD SERVED DAILY 12-9pm2 Selected Meals for 1 Tues & Thurs 6-9pm

Grill Menu served Mon & Wed 6-9pmPensioners Lunch Mon - Fri 12noon-4pm

Sunday Lunch 12-8pm

TAKE-A-WAY MENU AVAILABLEDaily 12noon-8:30pm

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HowthePoppyAppealbeganin1921THURSDAY, November 11th, 2013, marks the 95th anniversary of the Armistice which terminated the 'Great War' (or World War I [1914-18]).

It was three years after 1918, that the very first Poppy Day was held in Britain in 1921.

Since then, it has proved an essential feature of the British way of life, following those post-World War I days.

Poppy Appeal staff and volunteers arrange the annual collection each October/November - a national event which is familiar to shoppers throughout the High Streets across the length and breadth of the land!

It emanated from the formation of the British Legion - now the Royal British Legion - in the aftermath of World War I, leading to practical and help and companionship to the ex-servicemen and women and their dependants.

The Flanders and Picardy areas of Northern France saw some of the most concentrated and bloodiest fighting of 'The Great War' - there was complete devastation: buildings, roads, trees and natural life simply disappeared.

Only one other living thing survived - the Poppy!

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Flowering each year with the coming of warm weather, the Poppy brought life, hope, colour and reassurance to those still fighting.

The first donations for artificial poppies were given in Britain on November 11th, 1921, raising £106,000 (an equivalent spending-power of more than £3.1 million in today's terms), a huge sum for the time!

In Britain, Major George Howson (a young infantry officer who had been decorated for bravery) was also deeply moved by the plight of war-disabled who, in the new world of peace, seemed unemployable.

As a result, he formed the Disabled Society, the object of which was to help disabled ex-servicemen and women.

Howson recognised that the making of artificial poppies might offer opportunities for the Disabled Society, and he put proposals to the newly-created British Legion.

He suggested to the Legion that Society members should make poppies, and the artificial flowers were designed so that someone who had lost the use of one hand could assemble them with one hand - a principle that has endured.

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• Annual Accounts• Book keeping• PAYE and VAT records• Business start-ups and advice• Financial Management

JOHN GREENHALL & COChartered Certified Accountants

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is your car su�eringfrom poor performance?Give John a Call

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Autumn Bridal Fayre

THE REGION'S BEST - ALL UNDER ONE ROOF!!JOIN Signal 1 and Signal 2 for the most spectacular bridal event of the year!

Signal's Autumn Bridal Fayre on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20TH at The Best Western Plus Stoke-on-Trent Moat House Hotel, Festival Park, from 10.30am to 4.30pm, will provide a platform for the region's best to showcase their latest trends, alongside the more traditional.

The Signal 1 and Signal 2 Autumn Briday Fayre is THE 'one-stop shop' for your 'Big Day' - not just for you, but for the ENTIRE wedding party!

And the beauty of it is that it is all in one place, so that you can taste, touch and try, before making any decisions.

There'll be hair and make-up demonstrations throughout the day, as well as a fabulous range of wedding exhibitors.

Find the perfect dress under one roof.

The event will be brimming over with an array of beautiful and stylish dresses, with everything for a traditional 'princess fairytale' wedding or a more 'cutting-edge' and contemporary affair for the modern bride.

Take your seat in the ballroom and be entertained by local, two-piece band, Griferz, before we capture your imagination with our glamorous 'catwalk' shows at 12.30pm and 3pm, commencing with a short demonstration of hairdressing wizardry by Theo Georgiou, of Theo Georgiou International.

We, then, bring the fashion-pages to life with an inspirational selection of outfits for the entire wedding party to suit all styles, shapes and budgets, including men's formal hire from Moss Bros. at Freeport Talke, outfits for the mother of the bride and other female guests from Tara's Couture and wedding gowns from

bridesmaids' dresses from Cherish Bridal and Golden Couture Bridal.

You can also browse a sparkling array of accessories, and, with experts standing by to offer advice, you can create a 'look' which will ensure that you will be the 'Belle of the Ball' on your 'Big Day'!

The Signal 1 and Signal 2 Autumn Bridal Fayre has it all for a great day-out, with everything you need

on your special day - all under one roof.

For stress-free planning, treat yourself to a fantastic day-out at Stoke-on-Trent Moat House Hotel on Sunday, October 20th, between the hours of 10.30am and 4.30pm.

The event will be bursting with ideas for your 'Big Day', THE AREA'S ONLY 'CATWALK' SHOWS and top tips - all for an admission-price of just ¬£3 per person (no concessions)!

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Unit 13 Chatterley Whitfield Enterprise Centre, Stoke on Trent, ST6 8UW

Chair cover hire £1.99 per chairCandy cart hire ONLY £50Centrepieces from £3.50 - £25Balloons, wishing well hire, linen hire plus much more all in one place.

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What an amazing evening!!"THANK you all once again. You make it all possible, and don't mind telling the world. We Love You!"

Just one of many glowing testimonials enjoyed by the Cherish Bridal team which, on Tuesday, June 18th, 2013, attended the County Brides North-West Wedding Awards 2013 at Crewe Hall.

It was an honour to have been nominated and to be up against some very well-established companies in the bridal industry. It was a fantastic evening which was filmed for Weddings TV on Sky and Freeview, and will be aired in the near future, as part of a new wedding programme.

The room was full of the region's most respected businesses, and we felt honoured, but deserving to be there. We were one of four finalists in the category for Best Bridal Supplier 2013.

Crewe Hall looked amazing on the night, decked out in splendid, black candelabras, black-and-white table-settings and the room was lit in a gorgeous shade of lilac. The stage was dressed with large, gold Oscar statues, staring down on the finalists for the evening's proceedings.

There was also a large County Brides Awards Ice Sculpture which looked fantastic. After reception-drinks, we sat down to a gorgeous

meal and wine, along with after-dinner competitions and auctions.

Then, it was time. The room was filled with anticipation and excitement, not to mention a lot of nerves!

We waited through all the categories; one by one, they were announced, getting ever closer to the Best Bridal supplier. It was the final category of the evening's awards.

Sadly, this year, we did not pick up the award, but were still very, very happy and very honoured to have made it into the top four of 28 from each category, and there were only seven points between the four finalists.

So, to our customers, past and present, a heart-felt 'thank you' for all your support over the short number of years we have been established. We were up against some very big suppliers and some which have been established far longer, and, so, this gives us great hope for success in the future.

Without 'you', we are nothing, and, for this, we are eternally grateful. The support we see carries us forward, helps us improve our services, helps us grow and brings this type of recognition.

We may not have won this year, but this only makes us more determined to strive forward and continue to put our heart and soul into our services to ensure the experience our customers receive are worthy of us being there again next year to improve on an already-oustanding achievement in 2013.

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Havesomefun!!'ADDING years to life, and life to years' is the professed aim of Age UK North Staffordshire's Ageing Well Project.

It seeks to achieve this through a programme of (low-mobility) gentle exercise and walking groups (distance one mile, also three-five miles) throughout Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme and the Staffordshire Moorlands.

As well as enhanced fitness- and mobility-levels, participants report a sense of achievement, a better social life and improved health and wellbeing.

So, now that the grandchildren are back at school, come and have some fun with the Ageing Well Project.

"We are also looking for new volunteers to help us deliver our services," said Ageing Well Project Worker, Jeanette Rogers.

"Full (free) training is provided; our next Exercise Group Leaders training course is running throughout October and November."

For further details, telephone (01782) 200739; you can also visit the website: www.ageuk.org.uk/northstaffs

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LIST OF EXHIBITORS OUTDOOR STAND SPACE VIVA LOUNGE (Lower Level) OD1 Top Gear Limos 50 The Dress 2 Impress OD2 Heritage Wedding Cars 53 Venue Perfection OD3 A Perfect Day Wedding Cars 58 Lanza’s Traditional Ice Cream FOYER (Upper Level) BAR (Upper Level) 1 E. L. Norman Photography JW10 J & J Designs 2 County Brides 4 Synergy Dental Care Ltd. BRINDLEY ROOM (Upper Level) 5 Natural Beauty Day Spa 67 W. Lewis/Penkhull Nurseries 7 Greenwoods (Menswear) Ltd. 69 Signature Images 11 Tern Hill Hall Country Hotel 12 Studio One Photography NB: List of exhibitors/show layout correct at time of going to press, LOWER LEVEL i.e. 24th September, 2013 13 East Midlands Bride Magazine 15 Aisle of Brides 16 Aisle of Brides BALLROOM BAR (Lower Level) 17 The Three Horseshoes Inn 18 Enchanted Table Designs 19 Lightning Entertainment 22 Nicky The Balloon Lady 24 John Pass Jewellers 26 Belgrave Wedding Photography BALLROOM (Lower Level) 30 Tara’s Couture 31 Golden Couture Bridal 34 Griferz 37 Theo Georgiou International 40 Moss Bros. Ltd. 41 Plants The Jewellers 42 Churnet Valley Railway 43 Cherish Bridal 44 S.M.art Photography 46 Formal Affair 48 Moddershall Oaks 49 Magley’s Party Liaison

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Simplifying 'Big Day' preparationsIT is, indubitably, true that planning for your 'Big Day' CAN be both stressful and time-consuming - but it doesn't have to be!Firstly, don't overdo the wedding reception details; so, keep the tables simple and elegant.Also, choosing a plain, fresh reception will look great and save you cash on those annoyingly-unnecessary, little extra which you won't really need or use.If you have paid the wedding venue for cases of wine to go with the wedding breakfast, check how many are actually used; if you have any 'leftovers' at the end of the repast, they can be placed behind the bar during the evening, thus saving not only your own budget but also your guests pounds and pounds.Instead of buying flowers for both your ceremony and reception, purchase one bulk-load of wedding flowers and use them for both!After the ceremony, ask a member of staff or a bridesmaid to help move them across to the reception while you are having your photographs taken.Fourthly, use your wedding cake as dessert to avoid paying for an additional course.Ask for some jugs of cream to be brought out after the final course; then, dish up the cake!

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Flowers & Co provide wedding �owers, bouquets for birthdays, anniversaries, romantic I love you or just to say I'm sorry or thank you. Whatever the occasion we can arrange a beautiful gift from you.If �owers are not the only gift you would like we also have helium balloons, soft toys in balloons and chocolates.For hire we have glassware, mirror plates and candelabras with or without arti�cial arrangements.

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Brough Park Leisure Centre Ball Haye Road Leek Staffs ST13 6AT

"Beauty is my passion," says JanaTUESDAY, September 17th, saw the opening of an exciting, new business venture in Leek.

The opening of this new salon is "a dream come true" for proprietor, Jana Shrestha, who declares: "Beauty is my passion."

Appositely-named Beauty by Jana features an extensive range of beauty treatment, from facials and massages, using the award-winning MONU skincare range, which is formulated with natural ingredients.

"I am also offering the 'must-have' treatments, HD Brows, Gelish Soak-Off Gel Polish, Sienna X spray tan and many more," said delighted mother-of-two, Jana, who is a fully-qualified therapist, with more than nine years' experience within the beauty profession (including teaching Beauty Therapy at Leek College), and has also completed a Beauty Therapy NVQ Levels Two and Three at Henley College, Coventry.

"Clients, friends and my fianc'e, Damian Sheldon, have always encouraged me to open a salon, bit I had never found the right place until I entered the one at Brough Park Leisure Centre," explained Jana, who originally hails from Kathmandu, in Nepal.

"I want to garner all the experience I have gained the beauty industry and bring the best of the places I've worked in and put them all together to offer the best professional service at Beauty by Jana.

"I hope to offer the best service available, build a good client-base and look to employ one or two therapists in the future."

To celebrate the opening of her salon, Jana is offering a 20% discount on treatments and products only throughout October.

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When McCrae wrote 'In Flanders' Field'NEXT year sees the centenary of the outbreak of World War I (1914-18), pitting, initially, the forces of Great Britain, France, Italy and Tsarist Russia

against Germany, the Austro-Hungarian Empire and Ottoman Turkey.

Canadian doctor, Joel McCrae, was serving with his country's Armed Forces, and, having seen the poppy survive the bloody conflicts in Northern France and so deeply moved by what he saw, he scribbled the following verses in his pocket-book in 1915:In Flanders' fields the poppies blowBetween the crosses row on row,That mark our place: and in the skyThe larks, still bravely singing, flyScarce heard amid the guns below.We are the dead. Short days agoWe lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,Loved and were loved, and now we lieIn Flanders' fields.Take up our quarrel with the foe;To you from failing hands we throwThe torch; be yours to hold it high,If ye break the faith with us who dieWe shall not sleep, though poppies growIn Flanders' fields.

McCrae's poem was later published in 'Punch' magazine under the title,

"In Flanders' Fields", and the people of Britain and the Empire were able to learn, at first hand, what the war in France and in the terrible trenches really was like!Three years later, McCrae was to die in a military hospital on the French coast.Shortly before his demise (with the British coastline visible on the horizon and the words of the poem in his mind), he is said to have murmured: "Tell them this, if ye break faith with us who die, we shall not sleep."On the Eleventh Hour of the Eleventh Day of the Eleventh Month in 1918, the First World War (which began in 1914) finally ended.Millions had died;

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many more millions had been injured and scarred by their experiences.Those, who had survived (both men and women), returned to their homes, but, for them, the world would never be the same.The people whom they had left behind had learned to manage without them.

Throughout Britain and the Empire, there were men and women - old beyond their years - trying to fit back into an unrecognisable normality.Moina Michael, an American war secretary with the YMCA

and herself a writer of verse, was moved by McCrae's work and had written:And now the torch and Poppy redWear in honour of our dead.Miss Michael bought red poppies with money that had been given to her by work-colleagues, and, wearing one of them, sold the

remainder to her friends to raise a small amount of money for needy servicemen.Her French colleague, Madame Guerin (encouraged by what Moina Michael had achieved with the poppy emblem) proposed the making of artificial poppies and suggested their sale to the Legion in August, 1921, in order to help the ex-Service community in Britain.

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'our commitment to you iS Second-to-none'THAT is the promise made by this Crewe-based, high-quality care-provider.Appositely-named Betamindes offers specialist day-care in its specifically-designed bungalow for people of all ages experiencing memory-problems.Its domiciliary staff will assist with all the daily activities which aren't as easy as they used to be in your own home.Whether help is needed for one hour up to 24 hours a day, staff are available to assist seven days a week (including weekends and holidays).Indeed, Betamindes' commitment to you is 'second-to-none', and includes both personal care and home-help services, in addition to companionship.

Day care at Betamindes gives individuals the opportunity to meet others in a relaxed homely setting (its bungalow is situated in a splendid position, integrated within the local community of Wistaston and within easy reach of Crewe, Nantwich and surrounding areas)."We offer a diverse range of occupational activities, which stimulate, engage and enable the individual to recognise his or her potential and regain and maintain confidence, positive image and social skills," explained a spokesperson."Engaging in the activity is more important than the end-result."Located at 1a, Rope Lane, Wistaston, Betamindes provides a range of non-medical services for people who want to live independently, but find everyday-living activities not as easy as they used to be.

Examples of the extensive list of services provided include companionship, personal care, medication-reminders, meal-preparation, light housekeeping, local transportation and convalescence and respite care.All Betamindes' staff complete a thorough training-programme, aimed specifically at continuously improving every aspect of the service which they provide.This comprises enhanced criminal bureau check; personal introductions to carers by management; and carers matched to your needs.Betamindes also conducts regular quality assurance visits to ensure the relationship with your carer is meeting (and exceeding) expectations.

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"Awelcoming,happy&safeenvironment"earnsOfstedpraiseSINCE it opened in April of this year, The Manor House at Knutton, in Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough, has garnered praise from parents and their children.

Now, this approval has been officially confirmed by Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills), following its inspection on Thursday, August 1st, 2013.

Regarding 'the quality and standards of the early years provision' at The Old Rectory Manor House, the Ofsted report describes this as 'Good' (Grade 2), stating: "Practitioners have high expectations for children and a good awareness of how young children learn. This ensures that each child makes good progress from their starting points and they are prepared for school."

It continues: "Staff create a welcoming, happy and safe environment where children settle well, enjoy themselves and develop close relationships with their peers and the adults working with them.

"Children demonstrate that they feel safe as they are confident in new situations, independently carry out self-care routines and safely manage their own risks in the outdoor learning environment."

The Ofsted report lauds "Strong, focused leadership", that "communicates high expectations to the staff team, which is effectively monitored to ensure that children's learning and development needs are met and

the setting sustains continued improvement."

Located on Knutton High Street, The Manor House occupies The Old School House (as its name suggests, a converted school building), and serves a wide area, welcoming all children.

It operates from two, open-plan, age-specific play-areas, a sensory room and soft-play room, and there are enclosed areas available for outdoor play.

The nursery employs five members of childcare staff (with four holding appropriate, early years' qualifications at level 3 and one at level 5).

The nursery opens from Monday to Friday all year round, with sessions running from 7.30am until 6pm.

Children attend for a variety of sessions, and there are currently 19 of them on-roll.

The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

The Old Manor opened earlier this year, as a result of public demand, following the enormous acclamation enjoyed by The Old Rectory Kindergarten (lauded as 'Outstanding' in all areas), at Waterloo Road, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent.

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ALAN Ayckbourn is, once again, "the man of the moment", as his comedy, 'Time of My Life', is played at Newcastle's New Vic Theatre this month.

First produced at the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough, and, then, at the Vaudeville in London's West End, this is one of Ayckbourn's most popular plays.

He is the world's most performed, living English language playwright), and 'Time of My Life' is regularly presented in Britain and abroad, but this is the first major revival directed by the author himself.

"...that was proably one of the best, the happiest moments of our lives. Only the trouble with those sort of moments is that you seldom ever realise that they are - until they've gone."

It is Laura Stratton's birthday, and, to celebrate the event, her husband, Gerry, their two sons and their partners are gathered for an evening out in the family's favourite restaurant.

The dinner turns out to be a significant moment in all their lives, with repercussions for years to come.

Although regularly presented in Britain and abroad, this is the play's first major revival by Ayckbourn himself.

Commented Ayckbourn: "This is one of my very JB Priestley-esque plays. It deals with time and is very much about living for the moment: how we sometimes fail to realise where we are in our lives - if only we had stopped and just looked around for a moment."

The company (John Branwell, Rachel Caffrey, Sarah Parks, Emily Pithon,

Ben Porter, James Powell and Richard Stacey) is also appearing in Ayckbourn's latest play, 'Arrivals and Departures', which is at the New Vic from Thursday, October 10th, to Saturday, October 26th, and 'Farcicals' (two short, one-act linked pieces, 'The Kidderminster Affair' [Friday, October 11th, and Saturday, October 19th], and 'Chlo"e With Love' [Saturdays, October 12th and 19th]).

'Time of My Life' runs from Tuesday, October 8th, to Saturday, October 26th, at 7.30pm, with a 2.15pm matinee performance on Saturday 19th.

Tickets(pricedat£12-£21,withdiscountsof£2forgroupsoftenormoreandUnder-26sGoFree)areavailablefromtheNewVicBoxOfficeon(01782)717962oronlineatwww.newvictheatre.org.uk

ALAN Ayckbourn brings his latest world premiere production, 'Arrivals & Departures', direct to the New Vic, Newcastle, fresh from his home theatre in Scarborough this month.

At a London mainline rail terminus, an elaborate trap is deployed in an attempt to capture a dangerous and elusive terrorist, codenamed 'Cerastes'.

Major Quentin Sexton and his hand-picked SSDO (Strategic Simulated Distractional Operations) Unit are poised , ready to pounce.

To assist them, civilian witness, Barry Hawkins, and his 'minder', Ez Swain, are on-hand to confirm final identification. The question is: is the Major's so-called elite unit all it's cracked up to be?

In addition, his key witness turns out to be a garrulous, suspiciously unreliable traffic warden and the minder, a troubled, young female soldier with severe attitudinal problems.

What can possibly go wrong?!

Said Ayckbourn: "'Arrivals and Departures' evolved from the idea of telling a story through memories. Nowadays, one of the interests for me as a writer is to surprise and intrigue the audience through the way you tell the story, as much as the story itself.

"There aren't that many new stories to tell: it's only in the way they are narrated that the story becomes new."

The production runs alongside Ayckbourn's 1992 hit, 'Time of My Life' (which is at the New Vic from Tuesday, October 8th, to Saturday, October 26th), and 'Farcicals', two, short, one-act linked pieces ('The Kidderminster Affair' [on Friday, October 11th, and Saturday, October 12th] and 'Chlo"e with Love' [Saturdays, October 12th and 19th]).

"Alan Ayckbourn may have nothing left to prove, but, clearly, he has much yet to say," enthused The New York Times.

'Arrivals & Departures' runs from Thursday, October 10th, to Saturday, October 26th, at 7.30pm, with a 2.15pm matinee performance on Saturday 26th.

Tickets(pricedat£12-£21,withdiscountsoftenormoreandUnder-26sGoFree)areavailablefromtheNewVicBoxOfficeon(01782)717962oronlineatwww.newvictheatre.org.uk

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AUTUMN simply wouldn't be the same without a trip to Blackpool's world-famous 'Northern Lights' - its Illuminations!2013's magical Blackpool Illuminations were switched on by Jonathan 'Wossy' Ross on Friday, August 30th, and will continue until Sunday, November 3rd.And there's an added bonus - however readers choose to enjoy this dazzling display, you are guaranteed a sparkling night - whatever the weather!Blackpool's Illuminations have been a major part of the seaside resort's attractions since 1879, when they were described as 'Artificial Sunshine', and have become a guiding light for visitors to the resort.The brightest night of all in Blackpool is the 'Big Switch-On', when thousands of people gather to witness the first, illuminating night of the season and the pulling of that famous switch.In 2010, it was Stoke-on-Trent's own Robbie Williams who 'did the honours', supported by operatic sensation, Russell Watson, returning to his native Lancashire, bringing home the famous 'Voice', which has performed throughout the world.On every night of the season, the Illuminations retain the magic and excitement which every visitor experiences on his or her first trip through 'The Lights' as a child.The styles and technology are, however, constantly adapting to address the green issues of conservation and energy-efficiency.Since 2002, more LEDs (Light-Emitting Diodes) and fixtures have been the standard for all-new and up-graded features: these are the most efficient, available means of generating light, and are, now, used in over 30% of the show.

Blackpool Illuminations use only 'green' electricity from renewable resources, comprising wind, small-scale hydro, landfill and Bio-Gas.The procurement of 'green' electricity has reduced the annual Illuminations carbon dioxide emissions to zero, a saving of 420 tonnes in the atmosphere per year!The event is pushing for carbon neutrality, and, in May, 2007, two wind-turbines were introduced on the South Promenade, linked directly to the Illumination supply.These two turbines will generate 3% of the power needed, and more are planned (the team is also exploring other renewable options, including solar power, to ensure a bright, 'green' future!Why not make a weekend of it and visit the resort's top attractions, enjoy some 'retail therapy' and take advantage of the town's great bars and restaurants?For assistance with booking accommodation in Blackpool, or further details about what's on, visit www.visitblackpool.com or call the Tourist Information Centre on (01253) 478222.

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There will also be a children's photographic competition, with the twelve, winning entries featuring in a calendar.

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Boost for enterprising seniorsSENIORS wishing to launch their own business can benefit from an £820,000 initiative.

The money is open to the region's entrepreneurs, aged over 50, with half emanating from the European Regional Development Fund and the other 50% coming from the Prince's Initiative for Mature Enterprise.

Said Communities Minister, Baroness Hanham: "Emabarking on a new business venture can be a daunting experience, no matter what age you are.

"It is initiatives, such as this, that help support those embarking on new ventures."

Readers, aged 50-plus, wishing to discover more should contact Teresa Folkes at PRIME on 0845 862 2023 or email: [email protected]

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Joe & Julie pride themselves on a friendly, efficient service in furnishing your homePOSSESSING numerous, fulsome testimonials from ultra-satisfied customers, this Stoke-on-Trent based business can bring a touch luxury and quality to every home.

Yes, if it's soft furnishings you are after, then Victoria Carpets and Curtains have got it covered beautifully!

Proprietors, Joe and Julie Harrington-Thorley, are confident that their business's friendly, efficient service can furnish readers' every requirement.

Located on Weston Road, Meir, Victoria Carpets and Curtains prides itself on good, old-fashioned service, and readers enjoy the assurance that its expert staff will help to re-style your home - and at surprisingly-affordable prices!

Whatever your intention (to 'make over' a single room or effect a complete transformation of your entire domicile), the business will bring an extensive selection, enabling you to see how the floor-covering or curtains will look in your home.

To complement this, staff will measure up and provide you with an estimate of the final cost.

At the Meir

showroom, you will discover thousands of carpets, available at ultra-competitive prices to suit every budget; in addition, there's FREE delivery on all items and no charge for fitting on most.

(Most orders can be fitted within three working-days of purchase, and, as a registered member of the Carpet Foundation, it guarantees ALL work carried out).

A family-run business since 1979 and based at its current premises since 1995, Victoria Carpets and Curtains also supplies and fits premier-brand cushion-flooring (including Nairn and Rhinofloor), with many available in two-, three- and four-metre-wide strips, to reduce wastage, and next-day fitting offered on rolls from stock.

Additionally, Joe

and Julie sell and fit laminates, which continue to be popular (owing to its modern, clean appearance).

Their firm's curtains and blinds department also provides the perfect finish to your windows.

And there's more, since an impressive selection of fabrics (from, for example, Hardy and Belfield), which are ideal for creating your desired 'look'.

As well as a terrific choice of curtains (taking in dramatic pelmets and valances), you can choose from an extensive variety of blinds, including Roman, roller, vertical, metal and wood Venetian - all made-to-measure.

Why not call into Joe and Julie's showroom today?

Alternatively, visit the business's website: www.victoriacarpets.co.uk

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"The only price we give you is our best price"ABH INSTALLATIONS Ltd. is a newly-established, family-run, local business, with over 25 years' combined experience in the trade.The plan of co-directors, Adam and Ben Howle, is to be as professional and as well-equipped as the larger companies in the industry, while keeping costs at a price to compete with individuals who operate directly out of their vans.

Both Adam and Ben have progressed from a fitting background, and have watched the standard traditional

double-glazing salesman work his pitch with inflated initial prices to deceive the customer into thinking that they are getting a bargain, while, in reality, they are still paying over the odds.

THIS IS WHERE ABH'S APPROACH DIFFERS!

"We promise a free, no-hassle, no-pressure, quick and easy quote, which we are very confident that you will not beat in terms of quality or value, and standard of job that we know you will be very happy with," said Adam.

ABH is fully insured and guaranteed, so there is no need to worry that it is fairly newly-established, since Adam and Ben are determined to be around

for many years to come!

Readers are assured of the company's professionalism, quality and commitment to ensuring that all customers are happy with all its fittings.

If you require further information or wish to discuss any work you may be interested in, feel free to call in at ABH's office at 6, William Clowes Street, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent; telephone (01782) 815799; have a look at the website: www.abhinstallations.co.uk; or drop Adam and Ben an email at [email protected]

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Are you sitting comfortably?THERE'S nothing more dispiriting than a sad, sagging, tired old sofa!

However, there are a few, easy tricks which readers can use to effect a quick rejuvenation of that particular piece of furniture.

First, a thorough clean can work wonders: start by vacuuming (you could, of course, discover a host of coins and money-notes tucked down the back!).

If it is covered in pet-hair, don a dampened rubber-glove and run it over the furniture, using large strokes in the direction of the pile ('sticky tape' or a lint-roller may also help).

Next, check the care-label and clean the cushion-covers, according to the instructions.

The frame will need to be cleaned with leather- or upholstery- shampoo (again, follow the instructions on the pack).

If the seat-cushions are sagging, insert a thin piece of fire-proof foam inside the cushion-cover.

Alternatively, get new foam-cushions cut or buy a block and cut them yourself.

For scratches on leather, use shoe-polish or even a felt-tip pen (but test in an inconspicuous area first).

Harness the power of hedgerows this WinterROSEHIPS are a common sight in British hedgerows, adding a splash of colour to Autumnal walks.

New research is showing that the humble rosehip could also have a role to play in our health and, possibly, an important addition to medicine cabinets this Winter.

The latest in a string of studies on rosehips shows that extracts from the fruit may exhibit positive health benefits for the kidneys, and other recent ones have indicated that, as well as Vitamin C, helping to protect the body against oxygen-free radicals.

Further studies, published in leading journals, have further shown that rosehip extracts may help modulate certain aspects of the immune system, and also suggested

that they could act as anti-inflammatory agents and even prevent kidney-stones.

Fortunately, you no longer have to go out into the cold and wet to pick your own rosehips, because an innovative health company has created three, nutritional rosehip syrups, which have been specially formulated to help maintain women's health.

The Belle+ range includes three rosehip syrupswith added Vitamin D, especially important for those short Winter days (Vitamin D is also known as the 'sunshine vitamin'), iron or omega 3.

(Please note: if pregnant or breast-feeding, please consult a health expert, before using Belle+ products).

The syrups are priced from just £5.75 for 200ml and are easy to incorporate into your everyday diet.

For further details, or to buy, visit www.phytacol.com

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Victoria Road, Fenton,

Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2HS

Tel/Fax: 01782 411106

Showroom:

91 Haywood Street,

Leek, Staffs ST13 5JH

Tel/Fax: 01538 398493

Email: [email protected]

F U N E R A L S E R V I C E SOffering Quality & Care Which You Can TrustTHE service which this family-run business provides is designed to be affordable and reliable at all times.Whether readers are looking for a headstone or cremation memorial, JBM Memorials is able to give you the information which you need to purchase a lasting tribute to the memory of a loved one, thanks to the sensitive approach shown by its friendly staff.JBM Memorials ensures that it can offer quality craftsmanship by employing a small, close-knit team of experienced masons.There are several, different factors to be taken into consideration, when choosing a memorial: stone-type; selection of stone-shape and ornamentation; and selection of size and lettering-finish.A reputable memorial mason will advise you on all

of these matters.The staff at JBM Memorials are committed to making your choice of memorial as easy and stress-free as possible, and home-visits are available, on request, for people's convenience.They do this by providing the general public with high-quality stone masonry; offering an outstanding level of traditional, hand-carved craftsmanship; and have many headstone memorials on show in the workshop.All types of monumental and stonework are undertaken, wonderfully complemented by cleaning and restoration work and second inscriptions.Using granite, slate, marble, limestone and York stone, the business's range of products also includes pet memorials, crematorium plaques and stone renovation work.Supplying everything from gravestones to individual design memorials, JBM Memorials has two shop-outlets with a showroom and workshop.

Combining driving-skillsAS this month progresses, one major illumination (other than the miles of lights offered at Blackpool) to strike a motorist's consciousness is the fact that the season of Autumn is not all THAT far away! This, in turn, re-emphasises the absolute necessity of safe driving - but what (I hear you ask) is, EXACTLY, 'safe driving'?!It involves many factors, and a involves a combination of each driver's physical skills, knowledge and attitude to motoring.To drive safely, you need to think and act decisively: this requires information, which, in turn, demands that you make sense of what you look at!Advances in modern technology mean that most people can learn to drive and pass a driving-test, regardless of their physical disabilities.But, while cars can be specially adapted to meet the requirements of the disabled, there is, unfortunately, no such help available for partially-sighted people, unless glasses or contact-lenses will do the trick.When people take the practical part of their driving test, the examiner checks that their eyesight meets the minimum legal standard by asking them to read a car's number-plate from a distance of at least 20.5 metres (67 feet).Examinees are allowed to wear spectacles or contact-lenses, if necessary, but, if you have any doubts about your ability to meet the eyesight requirements easily, seek advice from an optician before you start to drive.

* WE NOW HAVE THE FACILITY FOR FIRST CLASS ACCIDENT, INSURANCE

& BODY REPAIR WORK *

MOT’s, Service & Repairs, Air Conditioning,Diagnostics,Laser Tracking

Fountain Street, Fenton, Stoke-on-TrentSTOKE 01782 848484

YOUR LOCAL ACCIDENTREPAIR SPECIALISTS

• Car & light commercials • Fully equipped body shop• Insurance work undertaken • Resprays • Low bake oven

• Welding • Body Repairs • Friendly & personal service

LOOKING FOR A USED CAR ?Then come to the specialists!

Lots to choose from,Friendly serviceGreat cars & good value for money

Visit

MotorcadeNEWCASTLE ST REET, BURSLEM

or telephone 01782 823888 servicing & repairs | all makes and models

BRIDGEMOOREGARAGE LTDT: 01782 746600M: 07795 275921M: 07815 182702

Unit 9Spedding Road

Fenton Ind Est Fenton ST4 2ST

Servicing& RepairsExhausts

Cars & Light Commercial VehiclesNo job too large or small

PHOENIX AUTOSMOTs £25.00 Free Retest

BrakesClutchesWelding

Diagnostics

MILTON TEST CENTRE

Tel: 01782 537800 / 534530

SERVICING • OVERHAULS • REPAIRS

John L. Smith Autos Ltd.135 Baddeley Green Lane, Milton, Stoke-on-Trent

AFTER HOURS 535413

MOT TESTING £35.00 - FREE RE-TEST

Class IV V.O.S.A Approved • Petrols and Diesels testedREPAIRS & SERVICING OUR SPECIALITY

auTumn mOTORing

OCTOBER 2013 | 31sales: 01782 822125

“It’s only natural that youwant the best, so give us a ring

and put us to the test”

All cleaners have been carefully vetted

• Same regular cleaner• Very low affordable rates• Cleaners are insured• 1off cleans available

01782 [email protected]

www.maid2clean.co.uk/northstaffs

Are you too busy orunable to do your housework?

Would you likesome help withyour cleaning?

Ironing? Or both?

01782 74627833 HARTSHILL ROAD, STOKE

OPEN 11am-11pm,Shower Rooms &Jacuzzi Available

HOME VISITS WELCOME

Open 7 Days A Week

DivasSta�Required

Maccles�eld Road, Congleton, Cheshire. CW12 2NHwww.theploughinnateaton.co.uk 01260 280 207

Introducing the New ManagerTHE Plough Inn is delighted to introduce customers old and new to our General Manager, Phil McCumesky.Phil has been at The Plough Inn for over nine years as its accomplished Head Chèf. He is a family man and brings with him to the team his lovely wife, Trish, and three grown-up sons.Phil worked for many years as the personal Chèf to the Saudi Royal Family and on yachts around Australia for the Grundy Family, creating fine cuisine and specialist menus, and serving, at times, 1,500 people per night!Phil intends to keeping all the trimmings and friendly service that customers know and love, and will be updating some of our services to offer more patrons, including Events, Live Music, Accommodation, Refurbishing, Function Re-Packaging and Special Offers."I am delighted to take on the Manager's role here at The Plough, and I am passionate about our Venue and our Customers. We aim to provide you with Delicious Food, Fine Wines and Exceptional Service in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere," Phil told us.

When asked about the changes to The Plough he intends to make, he said: "It's already a beautiful venue: I simply aim to polish off the rough edges that always arise with time passing."I would like to hold more events, including Live Music, and I am currently working on a better, modern and updated website. Our Christmas Menus will be available soon, and we will be holding Party Nights throughout December."The Plough Inn has a long history, going back to the 1600s, when it was built as a coaching inn. In those days, the beer used to be bought up in jugs from the cellar and served to travellers in the lamp-lit bar and cosy snug.The Inn has been been modernised in recent years, but the ancient oak-beams, small alcoves and log-burning stoves are still in place to make this a cosy, intimate place for a quiet drink or a meal. The old Barn Restaurant, with its exposed timber-beams makes a beautiful setting for a Wedding, Family Event or Meal with friends in its beautiful interior.It's certainly come a long way since it started life in Wales as a store cattle-feed!The Plough is situated in Eaton, near Congleton, close to the M6, Peak National Park and various sites of interest.

Address: 4 William Clowes Street, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent ST6 3DA Tel:01782822125 email:[email protected]

WillowVeterinary ClinicThe Willow Veterinary Clinic is a fully equipped, recently extended practice with all of the facilities and equipment needed to provide a very high level of care for dogs, cats and small pets.Non corporate practice and extensive surgical facilites.

www.willowveterinaryclinic.co.uk

385 Leek Road, Endon01782 503166

(next to the Black Horse pub)

24-HOUR ON-SITE VETERINARY PROVISIONFor registered clients

We now offer a collection and delivery servicefor your pets - contact the surgery for details

SURGERY TIMESMonday-Friday 9.15-10.15 and 1.00-2.00 Open Surgery

5.00-7.30 Appointments onlyIf you are unable to make these times, other

appointments can be made by prior arrangement.Saturday 9.00-12.00 Open SurgerySunday: Emergencies only

We offer 24-hour on-site care for registered clients. This means that if your pet requires emergency

treatment outside normal working hours, they will be seen at the practice, by our usual staff. Similarly, if your animal needs hospitalisation overnight, it will be cared

for at the practice.

C.D. Curry BVSc GPCert(Ophthal ExAP) PgD MRCVSV. Poole MA VetMB GPCert(EM&S,FelP) MRCVS

also available at tunstall01782 826738

A superb background of experience

IT may be just over 2 years since Clive Harris added a second 'component' to his Staffordshire-based company, but he certainly possesses the necessary pedigree to ensure total customer-satisfaction!

For, appositely-named Expert Car Inspections benefits from Clive's 40 years' experience within the motor trade - starting with an indentured apprenticeship and gaining his City & Guilds qualifications, to a 28-years-long service with VOSA (Vehicle and Operator Services Agency), the Government regulatory body, working on many aspects of vehicle-maintenance and compliance.

All this has given Clive an invaluable amount of expertise in facets of the motor trade - experience which, sadly, many people carrying out these types of inspections lack.

In addition, staff working for him boast similar (or very experienced) backgrounds, and their quality-of-work is regularly checked to ensure that each customer enjoys a consistent experience.

As a result, motorists are reassuringly secure in the knowledge that any vehicle inspected by ECI will be subjected to a rigorous inspection, assuring customers that a comprehensive report will be compiled to allow them to enter into a purchase or sale fully informed.

Complete car inspections are available - all carried out by fully-trained

and highly-experienced staff - from as little as £80.

However, ECI's remit also takes in vans (up to 3,500kg), motor homes and HG (Heavy Goods) and PC (Passenger Carrying) vehicles.

Complementing all the experience possessed by ECI is the business's simple pricing-structure, which means that you can be confident that an expert is carrying out the inspection at realistic, eminently-affordable rates!

While car inspections start from £80 (£130 for 4x4s, classic cars and limousines), the price for vans is £80 (up to 2,999kg) and £100 (3,000-3,500kg), with the rate motorhomes £170 (up to 3,500kg) and £210 (all other motorhomes).

Full engineer's reports on cars and vans are available for just £150, and those for motorhomes, HGVs and PCVs cost only £170.

Expert Car Inspections is an arm of the parent company, CCH Vehicle & Training Services, a consultancy which Clive launched during April, 2008, and provides an invaluable service not to the MoT garage-network and operators of heavy goods and passenger-carrying vehicles (the latter including Arriva Midlands).

At the same time, it is also contracted to a very large number of garages operating the annual MoT Scheme, ensuring that they operate within the parameters laid down in the MoT Testing Regulations and the operating guidelines dicated by VOSA.

13 LONGTON ROAD, STONESTAFFORDSHIRE ST15 8DQ

Tel: 01785 816751Mob: 07817 490053

Email:[email protected]

Cars, HGV & PSV Inspection SpecialistsOver 39 Years Experience

Expert Car Inspections are part of CCH Vehicle & Training Services

Expert Car Inspections

• Pre Purchase Car Inspections from £80.00• Insurance Category C + D Inspection Reports from £80.00• Full Engineers Report on all Vehicles from £100.00

CoveringCars,Motor

Caravans,Goods

Vehicles &Mini Buses

Don't Risk Buying a Faulty Vehicle, have it Professionally Inspected by

" Expert Car Inspections".For more details visit our web site www.expertcarinspections.co.uk

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