The Bishop Press, May 30th, 2009 Page 1

Issue No. 27

Bishop Auckland, Saturday, 3rd April, 2010.

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Staff, pupils and parents at Evergreen Primary School, a school for children with physical disabilities and special educational needs, are delighted to have successfully completed a massive fundraising effort.For over four years the school, located on Warwick Road, has been trying to amass the funds to buy a new, accessible bus which would enhance the educational experience of pupils.The school raised £15,500 towards the 17-seater, wheelchair accessible coach. A further £11,500 was donated by the Sir Tom Cowie Charitable Trust, and the remainder of the cost was provided by The Variety Club.The school was presented with one of The Variety Club’s Sunshine buses on Thursday, March

25th, with the help of Middlesbrough footballer, Tony McMahon.The school’s Headteacher, Tracey Hutchinson, said, “The children are ecstatic. It means everyone can go out on trips and a class of mixed physical abilities can travel together.“Trips really make for an interesting curriculum. Going out and enjoying physical and visual experiences in new places is really important for our children and makes them come alive.“We didn’t think we could raise as much money as we did, but the local community has been amazing, from relatively small individual contributions and from companies. “We’re so grateful to them all and to the charities for making this happen. It means we really are inclusive for all our pupils now.”

PUPILS & STAFF OVER THE MOON

WITH NEW BUSBishop Auckland Food Festival in the Durham Dales is all about bringing people together to celebrate the wonders of food. The Festival aims to attract thousands of visitors to Auckland Castle on Saturday, April 17th, as part of one of the North East's biggest free food events.The Food Festival also acts as a priceless platform for small businesses to sell locally-made produce to a wider audience, enabling those people to treat their taste buds to

Sarah-Jane Szikora, a clog dancing chef and the beautiful sounds of live Brass Band music.Bishop Auckland Food Festival is being presented by Bishop Auckland Town Centre Forum in partnership with Durham County Council and sponsored by Bishop Auckland Town Council. The funding is being made available through the Rural

Development Programme for England, which is jointly funded by Defra and the European Union and is managed by One North East in the North East region with additional support by the Co-operative and Northern Rail. Barbara Laurie, Chair of Bishop Auckland Town Centre Forum, said, “The Food Festival is all about kneading together all of the amazing ingredients that makes visiting Bishop Auckland and the Durham Dales such a special experience.“It promises to be a feast to behold; where food, drink and culture will combine to create an event that not only tantalises peoples’ taste buds but will also leave them wanting more year upon year. We hope the festival becomes a favourite on the annual food calendar and brings an abundance of people to County Durham enabling visitors to eat, drink and absorb the wonders of North East England.”Bishop Auckland Food Festival in the Durham Dales is taking place between 10.00am and 4.00pm on Saturday, April 17th, at Auckland Castle. For further information, visit www.bishopaucklandfoodfestival.co.uk.A Park & Ride scheme will be in operation on the grounds of Bishop Auckland College during the Food Festival proceedings.

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new experiences - there will be over 100 stall holders in attendance.The event isn't all about sampling culinary delicacies and food demonstrations as there's entertainment for all of the family including a traditional Punch and Judy theatre show, arts and crafts, face painting, drama, a food inspired art exhibition by internationally renowned artist

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A budding entrepreneur sought to get ahead in business by resorting to theft, Bishop Auckland Magistrates Court heard.David Cullen, 33, appeared in court after he was thwarted

in an attempt to steal grout reviver from Wilkinson’s on Monday, March 15th.Mr Cullen was made subject to a curfew, between 8.00pm and 7.00am, and given a six-month conditional discharge.

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Hayley and Matthew Bradley of Bishop Auckland had an exciting weekend on March 20th and 21st, when they competed in two National Schools Sports events.On Saturday, March 20th, Hayley aged 15, competed at the ESSA National Schools Cross Country at Heaton Park in Manchester. Hayley was part of the Durham County Intermediate Girls team at the event.In adverse conditions she ran a 2.4 kilometres. Heavy rain had made the course a quagmire of mud. On the following day, Hayley and Matthew travelled to the National Sports Centre at Crystal Palace in London to take part in the National Schools Biathlon. They were among 650 young people who qualified for the finals

from some 4,500 original competitors from the twelve regional qualifying rounds.Hayley, a pupil at Durham High School for Girls, ran 1,000 metres followed by a 100 metres freestyle swim in the Crystal Palace 50M long course pool. She was 23rd in her age group having improved

her position by 5 places on her entry position.Matthew was representing St. Johns R.C Sixth Form Centre of Bishop Auckland. He swam a 50 meters freestyle and then ran 500 metres. Matthew finished 7th overall in his age group improving his entry position by eleven places.

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Fitness experts are urging members of the public to get in a spin by getting to grips with a new craze.Spinning is the new, fun way of toning up and getting into shape and Bishop’s Leisure Centre is offering classes during the week.Spinning is a high intensity aerobic exercise that takes place on specially-designed stationary bikes and strengthens muscles in the lower body.Classes take place at Woodhouse Close Leisure Centre on the following

dates and times but places are limited. Woodhouse:Monday 6.00pm - 6.45pmTuesday 7.30pm - 8.15pmWednesday 6.15pm - 7.00pmThursday 7.30pm - 8.15pmFriday 12.00pm - 12.45pmFriday 6.00pm - 6.45pmLunchtime classes are £2.70 for non members and £1.90 for members. Evening classes are £3.60 for non members and £2.70 for members.To book a place, call Woodhouse Close Leisure Centre on 01388 761634.

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Bishop Auckland is being earmarked as the first key town in County Durham to benefit from a new business boosting initiative.Durham County Council will deliver, and part fund, the ‘Empty Shops Initiative’ (ESI), which begins late spring / early summer 2010 and will help small or fledgling creative and cultural businesses into vacant premises.The purpose of the ‘Empty Shops Initiative’ is to reduce the high levels of vacant retail space in key town centres across County Durham, and it will start in Bishop Auckland.

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Peter McDowell, Business Services Manager for the council, says the historic Fore Bondgate area will be the first to benefit, “We want to use this initiative to support the development of this historic area of Bishop Auckland as creative and cultural quarter.“There are some 15 empty shops in this area and we want to match the right businesses to the right premises and then help them get started.”The Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Development, Councillor Neil Foster, said, “We have £52,000 from Central Government and have promised a further £48, 000

from our business space capital programme. In addition, we have applied for, and very hopeful of getting, match funding from One North East to support a whole range of initiatives to re-use empty shops. This programme has so many benefits, not just reducing the number of empty premises. It will also benefit the current shopkeepers of Fore Bondate by generating new business through increased footfall.”Durham County Council is now working to raise awareness of the project with the existing business support networks, helping them to find suitable occupants.

SAILORS PASS ROyAL NAVy BASIC TRAININGTwo recruits from the area went on parade on Friday, March 26th, to celebrate the successful completion of their basic training during a ceremony attended by the Royal Navy's highest ranking officer. Trainee Engineering T e c h n i c i a n , C h r i s t o p h e r Davison, and trainee Naval Airman, Kyle Murgatroyd, arrived at the gates of HMS Raleigh, in Cornwall in January to undergo nine weeks of intensive training designed to transform them from civilians into sailors. The course culminated in the passing-out-parade, attended by families and friends, when the successful recruits were inspected by Admiral Sir Mark Stanhope, the First Sea Lord.Christopher, aged 34, hails from Shildon. He attended Bishop Barrington School and previously worked for an engineering company. Kyle, aged 17, comes from

Bishop Auckland. The former pupil of King James 1st Community Arts College said, "One of the best parts of training has been making so many new friends. I have enjoyed the training. It's been tough, but I know my hard work will pay dividends in the future."Christopher will now transfer to HMS Sultan in Hampshire, while Kyle's next port of call is the Royal Naval Air Station in Cornwall.

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Organisers of a life drawing class are inviting budding artists to join their group.A spokesperson said, “Join us for a fun and friendly life drawing course. From complete

novices to professionals, all are welcome to join us.”Sessions will take place at West Auckland Memorial Hall, Darlington Road, West Auckland, from Wednesday,

April 28th, between 7.00pm and 9.00pm.Entry costs £5 which includes refreshments.For more information, or to book a place, call 01388 662148.

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A charity craft and gift fair is to take place on Easter Sunday, April 4th, between 10.00am and 4.00pm at The Manor House Hotel in West Auckland.

There will be handmade crafts, gifts and collectables, as well as a tombola, cake and bottle stall.Entrance to the event, which

is in aid of the Mara Unit at Bishop Auckland Hospital and the Mines Advisory Group landmine clearance, is 50p per person or free for children.

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LIGHT THEFTS PUT LIVES AT RISk

Thieves are putting their lives at risk by stealing overhead cable from street lighting.Durham County Council has issued the warning after a large amount of copper cabling was removed from lights in the Coundon and Leeholme area.The council now faces a bill of £4,500 to replace a total of 800 metres of cable affected by the theft.Thieves are believed to have been disturbed during a second incident in the Esh Winning area and left empty-handed.Steve Keetley, Durham County Council’s Head of Technical

Services, said, “Removing copper cabling from street lights is extremely dangerous and the thieves really are playing with their lives by taking it.“I would urge anyone involved in this type of activity to stop now. Not only are they putting themselves at serious risk, they are also costing the taxpayer money.“I would also ask anyone who thinks they may know something about the thefts or who sees someone acting suspiciously to contact the police.”

Bishop Auckland Photographic Society is opening its door to new members. The club has been in existence for 110 years, and currently has about twenty members. A spokesperson for the group said, “The season will start again in September and we are looking for new members.“This season we held 24 meetings... The programme is varied and includes shows from external lecturers and from the membership, national portfolios and a variety of internal competitions and participation in Northern Federation competitions.”

The group’s meetings are held at the Lightfoot Centre, off Kingsway, between 7.30pm and 9.00pm on Monday evenings. Most shows use the club's laptop computer and digital projector.Membership of the society costs £25 for the entire season. Anyone interested in joining and sharing ideas, expertise and displaying images can contact the Secretary of the society on 01325 265271 for more details.Next year's programme will be available shortly and weekly events will be advertised in the Bishop Press nearer the time.

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Bishop Auckland’s latest Golden Couple proudly c e l e b r a t e d their wedding anniversary on Friday March 26th, fifty years to the day after they were wed at Lynsack Church, near Copley.Alf Waggett was born in Escomb, his wife Ann was born in Butterknowle. The couple met at a Butterknowle Village Dance when Ann was 19.Alf started work for Edwin Pye & Sons from Bishop Auckland as an apprentice wall and floor tiler; he worked there for five years before completing two years National Service. Alf later worked for Wm Bell & Son, then George Stephenson & Sons.The couple moved to South Africa in 1969, where Alf continued in his trade. They stayed there for six years before returning. The couple also spent 6 months in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). In 1975 the Waggetts moved back to the UK, and moved into their current home in Lambton Drive.

When they returned home, Alf worked for Wear Valley District Council on housing maintenance as a foreman until he retired in 1993.Ann worked at Butterknowle Co-op Society for five years, before moving on to Page’s Gown Shop in Newgate Street.The happy couple have two daughters, Dawn and Tracey, who both live locally, as well as four grandchildren.Alf has been a pigeon fancier since he was three. He said of his marriage to Ann, “We have been married fifty years, if you take off

the time I’ve spent with the pigeons, it’d be three years!” Alf also loves football, and was a referee while he lived in South Africa. He describes himself as a sports fanatic, and loves all sports.Ann loves watching her soap operas. She also enjoys knitting and particularly likes spending time with her family.Alf and Ann celebrated their anniversary with family and friends; they all enjoyed a lovely meal at the Saxon in Escomb. Later in the year, they plan to go to Tenerife to celebrate in style.

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Alf and Ann Waggett received a beautiful bouquet of flowers from the Mayor of Bishop Auckland, Councillor David Wilson.

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April’s PACT meeting for Bishop Auckland Town Centre and Toronto will take place at the Four Clocks Centre, Newgate Street, on Tuesday, April 13th from 6.30pm.Current priorities for the area include: Speeding vehicles

along Kingsway/Durham Road and dog fouling in the area of Town Recreation Ground & Lingfield Court. If you wish to discuss these problems or to raise other concerns, pop along to meeting and let officers know what you think.

CLASSICS IN THE CASTLEThe 2010 summer season of concerts at Auckland Castle gets off to a rousing start on April 23rd at 7.30 pm, with the renowned percussion ensemble, O Duo. Owen Gunnell and Oliver Cox play on two marimbas, vibraphone and a huge array of percussion instruments. Their programme mixes transcriptions of well-known classics by Bach, Mendelssohn, Chopin and Albeniz among modern but

accessible pieces written specifically for percussion. O Duo was formed in 2000, when Owen and Oliver were scholars at the Royal College of Music. They have performed throughout the UK and Europe and this summer will make their Proms debut at the Royal Albert Hall. Tickets for the concert cost £12 full and £11 for concessions. Season tickets for all five concerts cost £48 full, or £44 for concession.

Tickets for all concerts are free for young people aged between 8 and 25. Tickets and a brochure for the season can be obtained from 0191 386 8622 and for each concert can be bought from Cameo Fine Art at 93 Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland or on the door. The Classics in the Castle season is promoted by Bishop Auckland Music Society. Full details are available at www.communigate.co.uk/ne/bams.

Work to replace the 100-year-old, weak railway bridge in Bishop Auckland is now underway.Durham County Council is working with Balfour Beatty to replace the bridge, which will mean closing Cockton Hill Road until April 27th.Clear traffic diversions are in place and pedestrians are able

to use the nearby temporary footbridge. The closure period will include the Easter school holidays to minimise disruption.The railway at Bishop Auckland will also be closed between April 2nd and 14th, and a replacement shuttle bus service will run between Bishop Auckland and Shildon.

Steve Keetley, Head of Technical Services with Durham County Council, said, “We fully recognise the implications of the road and rail closures for the general public, local businesses and residents but believe the measures we have in place will keep disruption to a minimum. Bishop Auckland will be very much open for business.”

COCkTON HILL ROAd CLOSES LOCAL PACT MEETINGS

A Bishop Auckland veterinary surgery was put in a precarious position due to the deceit of a senior member of staff.A Crown Court heard how Wilson’s Veterinary Group was relieved of over thirty thousand pounds by the company’s former Business Development Manager, Deborah Jane Hodgson, over a ten month period.It was said that Hodgson, aged 42, used the friendship and trust of her former colleagues at a bank to cash 23 cheques made out to the surgery.The company’s suspicions were raised when Paul Wilson, a director, discovered that two business cheques were not paid into the company’s account. The court heard that an audit

revealed £31,383, which should have been paid to the company, remained outstanding.Following the audit, Hodgson arrived at the practise with a solicitor and admitted taking the cheques. The following day she was arrested and once again admitted guilt. She acknowledged that she had exploited her knowledge of the banks and its staff in order to cash the cheques.Paul Lee, prosecuting, said, “Ultimately, the bank has lost out and the surgery has been repaid, but the vets lost out through a cash shortfall, as well as having to pay accountants’ fees.”Lee continued, he added that Paul Wilson had been particularly distressed because

Hodgson took £7,832 at a time when the company was struggling to pay wages. It was also revealed that the company had been unable to make an annual charity donation or pay staff their annual share of profits.Hodgson of Middlehope Grove, Bishop Auckland, admitted charges of theft and fraud. In mitigation, Dan Cordey pointed to her previous good character and 18 years unblemished service for the bank.Due to her previously clean record, immediate guilty pleas and mitigating circumstances, Recorder, Jonathan Atkinson, imposed a 12-month suspended sentence for a year, during which she was ordered to receive probation supervision.

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Several Easter Family Sessions will be taking place this month in the Bishop Auckland area, when families can spend time together decorating eggs.The first will take place at St Helen’s Children’s Centre on Tuesday, April 6th, between 9.15am and 11.15am.The next will take place at Taylor Road Children’s Centre on Wednesday, April 7th between 12.45pm and 2.45pm, while Woodhouse Close will hole an event the following day, Thursday, April 8th, also between 12.45pm and

2.45pm.St Helen’s Parish Centre will also be holding an Easter Disco on Wednesday, April 14th, between 1.00pm and 3.00pm.Under 1’s can attend for free, while children over one can take part for just 50p.Refreshments will be available for a small charge.For more information on any of the above, contact St Helen’s Children’s Centre on 01388 665665 or Woodhouse Close Children’s Centre on 01388 743030.

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A man had to be freed from his car by firefighters after colliding with a horse near Toronto in the early hours of

Monday, March 29th.The horse was killed and the man suffered neck, back and chest injuries.

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Police are appealing for witnesses after two people were attacked in seperate incidents.The assault occurred at around 3.00pm on Saturday, March 27th, when a 25 year-old man was approached by two men who proceeded to knock him to the ground before kicking and punching him.PC Paul Ryans said, “The victim recalls hearing a female’s voice shouting at the attackers. I would urge her to come forward.”Police are also seeking witnesses to a shocking attack which took place on the night of Saturday, March 20th.

A 60 year-old women was knocked unconscious by a man while waiting at the bar in Bishop Auckland Football Club, Kingsway. The incident occurred at around 10.30pm and left the woman needing treatment for her injuries.Police want to speak to two women who were in close proximity to the victim at the time of the attack.Anyone with relevant information to either of the attacks can contact the Bishop Auckland CID on 0345 60 60 365 or Crimestopper on 0800 555 111.

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Under 8A played away at Hartlepool against Greatham and won the game 5-1, the goals were from Curtis Layfield (1) Aaron Willoughby (2) and Tom Aldsworth (2). The Man of Match award went to Wissem Azzouzi.U8B's drew 3-3 away at Hardwick with goals from Oliver Lamb, Charlie Ellison and Jack Glasper with MOM going to Jai Aldus. The friendly ended in a 3-2 defeat with Hamish Wigley-Smith starring.The U9A's had to settle for a 2-2 home draw against Leven FC. St. Mary’s goals were scored by Ben Mason and Carl Stout. The friendly was a 2-0 win for St. Mary’s, Ellis Wymer and Peter Gillis were on the scoresheet for the Bishop side.The U12’s are through to the Challenge cup semi-final after a close 2-1 win at Newton Aycliffe. The goalscorers were Metcalfe and McCluskey, Dixon was named MOM. The U12’s also played a league game at the weekend, winning 3-2 with goals from Cooke (2) and McCluskey; Pollard was

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Bishop Auckland hosted Ryton at the weekend, hoping to continue their fine run of form which has propelled them up the Northern League Premier Division.The game started brightly, but it was Ryton who nearly took an early lead. After some great build up play, Ryton stretched the home defence before a ball found striker Logan who headed a powerful goal-bound header from close range, only to be thwarted by a brilliant save by Jeffries, who tipped the ball onto the post before Lawson cleared the lines.The scare appeared to sting Bishop into action, and within two minutes they nearly scored themselves. A Ryton clearance fell to Arjun Purewal just inside the Ryton half, his thundering header fell to Gredziak who managed to find a yard of space to fire an effort over the bar from the edge of the box.Bishop began to pile on the pressure. Chances fell to Emson, Gredziak and Blackett, but none were taken. The home side were nearly hit on the counter-attack, but Arjun Purewal was the hero as he cut out a through ball to Dixon.Bishop continued to create chances, but Ryton looked

dangerous with their direct play.Bishop nearly took the lead on 34 minutes. A long throw from Lawson led to a poor clearance by a Ryton defender, the unmarked Emson pounced to fire a powerful low drive from just inside the box. The Ryton ‘keeper was unsighted, but pulled off a fantastic save.Moments later Ryton nearly grabbed the lead. A free-kick was flicked on and fell to the advancing Barclay who fired wide from just 8 yards out.Five minutes before half time a Wayne Clarke free kick from just inside the half was flicked by Salvin to Gredziak whose close-range header was brilliantly tipped over the bar by the ‘keeper’s outstretched left hand. From the corner Bishop went close again, the ‘keeper saving from a downward header by Salvin.At half time the score remained Bishop Auckland 0 – Ryton 0.Early in the second half Bishop survived a penalty scare; Ryton applied pressure, forcing Bishop to sit deep, Bishop’s Turnbull looked to clear the ball, but his clearance went high and was caught by the wind, the ball dropped to Lawson, who allowed the ball

to bounce in the area, the ball bounced up in to his hand, but the referee waved play-on. It was a very close shave for Bishop, and they were maybe lucky to avoid being penalised.After riding their luck, Bishop took the lead mid way through the second half. The breakthrough came in the 66th minute, after fine movement down the left Blackett crossed to Salvin, whose flick on found the advancing Turnbull who clinically drove home across goal from 20 yards out.Two minutes later Bishop were once again on the attack. Salvin played a defence-splitting pass to Amar Purewall whose subsequent cross found Emson who slotted home his 18th of the season for Bishop.Despite the double whammy, Ryton valiantly fought to try to save something from the game. With twelve minutes to play, a Ryton cross was nearly put into his own net by Bishops’ defender Lawson. Ryton cam came close again on 87 minutes, but were unable to beat the combination of Bishop’s goalkeeper, defence and woodwork.Final Score: Bishop Auckland 2 – Ryton 0.

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