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The arches were erected as part of the town’s millennium celebrations with architect, Bill Kataky, paying homage to Timothy Hackworth by incorporating the town’s railway heritage into the design.

Restoration work to begin on Shildon Arches

The restoration of Shildon’s three decorative arches is set to begin next week.The scheme to repair and upgrade the three struc-tures follows a consultation exercise at the end of last year, which saw more than 83 per cent of those who took part voting for the

arches to be maintained and repaired.The three metal structures were erected in the town’s Main Street, Church Street and Town Square in 2000 as part of the millennium cel-ebrations. However, their condition has since dete-riorated, with flaking paint

and rusting metalwork now clearly visible.As a result, there was a public outcry in May last year when it was revealed that Durham County Council intended to demolish the arches as part of a town centre regeneration project ahead of the visit of Flying Scotsman to the town.However, the county council relented after an energetic community campaign, led by towns-folk under the Save Our Arches banner and local councillor, Garry Hunting-ton, forced a second public consultation at which 83% of respondents voted to retain the arches.Almost 350 people respond-ed to the consultation ques-tions, with the majority voting for them to remain. A petition to save the arches was also submitted by the campaigners, containing over 1,000 signatures.The improvement works, which start on Monday 7th August, are expected to take eight weeks to complete and will see all three repainted and treated with anti-corrosion paint on-site.

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Shildon Town Council and its Partners will be hosting Fun4All event in Hack-worth Park on Saturday 5th August, from 11am till 3pm. There will be lots of things for the whole family to get involved in with fun ac-tivities such as a climbing wall, fair ground rides, music, demonstrations,

games, workshops, market stalls, commercial traders and a table top sale with a diverse range of goods available. There will also be a stan-dalone skate competi-tion in the Skate Park for youngsters aged 8 and over at 1pm (helmets must be worn to take part).

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See model planes, trains, automobiles and more at Model Mania this weekend.This year’s event takes place on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th August and will feature a dazzling array of models from clubs and in-dividuals across the region.Visitors will be able to marvel at the models on display, watch demonstra-tions and pick up tips to try out at home. There will also be a wide range of trade stands offering

Model maniaall you need to enjoy your modelling hobby, along with stands selling railway items, books and more.Enjoy a ride on the minia-ture steam train provided by South Durham Model Engineers. Historic model Orion, which belongs to the Stephenson Locomo-tive Society, will also be in steam at the event.Locomotion: The National Railway Museum at Shildon is open from 10am to 5pm daily.

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Friday 4th August 2017 Shildon & District Town CrierIssue 829Page 2

In Memoriam

Birthday Memories Birthdays

Acknowledgements

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Shildon & District

In Memoriam

Smith(Nee Cross)

Victoria Elizabeth of Shildon, aged 25 years. Passed away peacefully in hospital on July 26th.

A loving Wife, Mam, Daughter, Granddaughter, Sister and good friend to

many.

Please meet for service at St John’s Church, Shildon, on Monday 7th August at 10.15am, followed by a

private committal. Family flowers only. Donations for

the Macmillan Nurses.

Yvonne Snowdon6th August 2009

We who loved you sadly miss you.

As another year passes, thoughts of you are always

near.In our hearts, forever and

always.

Love Garry, all your loving family and

special friendsxxx

Karen Mawson9.8.2012

Nothing ever takes awayThe love a heart holds dear,

Memories linger ever dayMemories keep her near.

Love, Stephenxx

Ronnie JacquesDied 8.8.2016

A year has passed awayYou’re loved and

remembered every day.Sleep well Son.

Dad, Mary, John & family

Pat Hindhaugh8.8.1957

Remembering your Birthday, we do it every

year. A special one today, on what would have been

your 60th.

Still sorely missed and loved so dearly,

From all your loving family

Trudy Horlock4th August

In memory of a dear Mam, Nana & Great Grandma

Dearly loved,From Daughters,

Sons-in-Law and familiesxxxx xxxx xxxx

As we opened our eyes this morning

And looked up to Heaven above,

We whispered ‘Happy Birthday Mam’

And sent you all our love.Our lives go on without you

And nothing is the same,We have to hide our

heartacheWhen someone speaks

your name.

Sad are the hearts that love you

Silent are the tears that fall,Living our lives without you

Is the hardest part of all.

You did so many things for us

Your heart was kind and true,

When we needed someoneWe could always depend

on you.

Those special years will never return

When we were all together,But the love within our

heartsYou’ll stay with us forever.

Happy 16th Birthday Robert

Robert Jordan Kyle

All our love always,Mam & Neil

xx

7.8.2001

Happy 16th Birthday

Robert Jordan Kyle

All our love,Nanna & Grandad

xx

7.8.2001

Happy 16th Birthday Robert

Robert Jordan Kyle

All my love,Yazmyn

xx

7.8.2001

Birthdays

Happy 1st Birthday Frankie

Frankie Eva Hewitt

All our love,Nanna & Granda

xx

4th August

Happy 16th Birthday Carl

Carl Dowling

Lots of love,From Mam, Dad & James

xx

7.8.17

Carl DowlingHappy 16th Birthday

From NanasNettie & Aggie

xx

Birthdays

Donna Robinson2.8.17

Happy 40th Birthday Donna

Lots of love,Mam, Dad, Sall, James, Jonah, Alex, Lori, Simon, Natalie, Sean & Nanna

xx

40!

Happy 9th Birthday darling,Enjoy your day

Lacy Chapman

Lots of love,Aunty Kelly & Uncle Marty

xxxxx

6th August

Happy 9th Birthday sweetheart

Lacy Chapman

Love you loads,Nanna & Grandad

xxxxx

6th August

Lacy ChapmanHappy 9th Birthday

Lots of love,Auntie Claire & Uncle John

xxxxx

Birthdays

Ken & Lydia65th Wedding AnniversaryThanks to family & friends & Mayor for flowers, cards & gifts. Thanks to Andrea &

family for surprises.

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Congratulations

Would like to say congratulations to Jessica & Jake on their forthcoming

wedding, which will be held at the Civic Hall, Shildon, on

the 5th of August at 3pm.

Mr & Mrs Bland

Hope you both have a fantastic day,

Love, Mam & Dad

To take part, all children need to do is to head to their local library where they will be given a collector folder to keep a record of their reading journey.

Still time to take on the Summer Reading Challenge

There is still time for children from Shildon to sign up to this year’s Summer Reading Challenge.Four to 11 year olds are challenged to borrow and read any six library books during the summer holidays, a time when chil-

dren’s literacy skills tradi-tionally dip.This year’s theme is ‘Animal Agents’, based on a detec-tive agency staffed by all kinds of clever animals – furry, scaly and slippery – who are out to crack a case at the library with a little help from their friends. Tony Ross, the UK’s best-selling children’s illustra-tor (creator of the Little Princess books, illustrator of the Horrid Henry series by Francesca Simon, and of books by David Walliams and Claire Balding), has created this year’s exclu-sive artwork. Sue Wilkinson, CEO of The Reading Agency, which organises the Summer Reading Challenge country-wide said: “At The Reading Agency, we believe that everything changes when we read and we know from our research how much fun families and children have when taking part in the Challenge. This year we hope the wonderful characters created for us by Tony Ross will inspire more

children than ever to take part and make use of their local library throughout the summer and beyond.”To take part, all children need to do is to head to their local library where they will be given a collec-tor folder to keep a record of their reading journey. As children read at least six library books over the summer, they collect stickers which will help them crack the clues and help the Animal Agents find out what’s really been going on behind the scenes! Councillor Joy Allen, Durham County Council cabinet member for trans-formation, said: “The Summer Reading Challenge is a fun and engaging way for children to continue their reading through the holidays, when traditionally books are not always high priority. Our libraries offer a wide range of activities through the holidays for children and we would en-courage parents to make use of these free facilities to entertain their children and make the most of the added educational benefits that these activities offer.”The Summer Reading Chal-lenge is being run alongside a programme of associated events, at libraries across the county until Saturday 9th September. A full list of the libraries can be found at www.durham.gov.uk/libraries.

The Salvation Army on Cross Street is holding a jumble sale on Tuesday 8th August, between 10am and 11am.

There will be toys, books and bric-a-brac on sale and all are welcome to go along.

Jumble sale

Free family table tennis sessions are taking place at Jubilee Fields Community Centre this month.The sessions will be held on Thursdays 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st August, between

1.30pm and 3pm.For further information, or to book a place, contact Barbara or Sally-Ann at Jubilee Fields on 01388 775425, or Elliott on 07736 295 598.

Free family table tennis

Arches restoration underwayContinued from page 1.

The original columns will also be replaced using Dunhouse stone, with each one engraved with the name of the street it stands on.Cllr Brian Stephens, Cabinet member for neighbourhoods and local partnerships, said: “The arches are clearly very popular among residents, who voted overwhelmingly in favour of retaining them when we asked them last year.“We were more than happy to listen to their feedback

and are now undertaking work that should preserve the arches for many years to come.“As well as repairing and protecting the metalwork, we’re also rebuilding the columns with stone, which will improve the visual ap-pearance and enhance the project.”Residents and motorists are being advised that Main Street and Church Street may be closed on Sunday, 13th August to enable scaf-folding to be erected and on Sunday, 20th August to allow the scaffolding to be removed.

The Young Entertainers Wacky Workshops return on Wednesdays 9th and 23rd August at the Civic Hall, from 10am to 3pm at a cost of just £2 . The workshops are for all young people aged 8 to 16 years. A spokesperson for the events said, “These Holiday Wacky Workshops are now

in their 10th year and are always enjoyed by the young people who attend them. They are days full of crazy, wacky fun games, with lots of laughter and music thrown in too. Bring a friend, but most important bring a packed lunch and a smile.” For more information call 01388 774838 or 07747826324.

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Members of the Colour Your Life art group, who are the focus of a new exhibition at Greenfield Arts.

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Greenfield Arts, based on the Newton Aycliffe campus of Greenfield School, is inviting readers to an ex-hibition by members of the Colour your Life art group.The exhibition will showcase approximately 60 pieces of work produced by talented amateur artists, who all attend the Monday morning Colour your Life sessions at the Pioneering Care Centre in Newton

Aycliffe. Colour your Life is a social prescribing project funded by Durham County Council and provides access to activities for the improve-ment of mental health and the development of emo-tional resilience. Sonia Burn is a keen and talented artist and started as a volunteer, she is now employed by PCP to oversee the Monday member’s art group. She states that, “There are so many talented people within our art group, this is a great opportunity to showcase their work and

hopefully make them feel proud. “Some pieces will be for sale and others will be temporarily borrowed from ‘pride of place’ in their homes. “Colour your Life is not just about making art, it’s about making friendships and this exhibition shows the diversity of the artwork produced by the group.” For more information call 01325 379048 or email [email protected]. Gallery Opening Times: Monday – Thursday 10am – 9pm and Friday 10am – 4pm.

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In the fourth concert in this year’s Bishop Auckland Music Society season, the audience in St Andrew’s Church, South Church, were able to enjoy a wide-ranging programme from clarinettist Matthew Scott and his very able accompa-nist Daniel King Smith.Pianist and music lover John Lowles, after enjoying the concert, commented, “Both are very skilful mu-sicians in their own right; but they also worked together particularly well to make a special musical partnership. “Their programme was very varied and interest-ing, with Martinu, Debussy, Arthur Benjamin and Vaughan Williams’ beauti-ful “6 Studies in English Folk Song” in the first half. In the second, Matthew played the basset clarinet, to get deeper sounds, in Schubert’s “Arpeggione” sonata, so called because the composer wrote the

work for that now rare instrument. Matthew also played it in Ravel’s evoca-tive Pavane for a dead princess.“The two remaining pieces were great fun – Rosenb-latt’s Carmen fantasy and Bela Kovacs’ After you, Mr Gershwin.“Everyone agreed it had been a very successful concert.”Before next year’s very promising programme, there is one more concert scheduled for this year: on Friday, September 8th at 7.30pm the distinguished pianist Noriko Ogawa will be performing works by Mozart, Chopin, Takemit-su, Debussy and Prokofiev. This will be a concert not to be missed.Tickets cost £13.50 and are available from Brotherton’s Music (opposite Morrison’s)or call Brian Varley on 01388 606075. They will also be available on the door, priced at £15.

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Distinguished pianist, Noriko Ogawa will perform in Bishop Auckland Music Society’s final concert of the year.

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The Busy Bees fundraising group are to hold a Bumper Table Top Sale on Friday 11th August, from 10am till 1pm in the Foundations building (opposite Costa Coffee).There will be a raffle, ‘name the doll’ competi-tion and a sale of nearly new clothes.A spokesperson for the

event said, “There are lots of bargains to be had. Come and join us for re-freshments.”The group have also organ-ised a charity trip to Scar-borough on Saturday 12th August, leaving Shildon’s bus station at 9am. Tickets cost £12 each and are available by calling 01388 774519.

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The cake stall was a particular favourite for fair-goers.

Summer fair raises funds for residents

Holly Lodge Care Home on Maddison Street held their annual Summer Fair on Saturday 29th July.The day was a great success with lots of fun things to do,

including a bouncy castle, face painting, cake stall, tombola and raffle.A spokesperson for the home commented, “We would like to thank everyone who

helped make the day great, £750 was raised which will be donated to the Holly Lodge residents’ fund, to help with future activities and outings.

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Funding to support projects in the Bishop Auckland and Shildon area is now available from Bishop Auckland and Shildon AAP. A spokesperson stated,

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St Mary’s RC Church in Vart Road, Bishop Auckland (next to the swimming baths) is to host a flower show this month.The exhibition will take place on Thursday 10th August (11-5pm), Friday 11th (1-7pm) and Saturday 12th (11am-4pm). The theme of the event is ‘Our North East History.’ Parishioners from St John’s Church and St Thomas RC Church in Shildon are working hard planning their creations. St John’s are very busy with their entry on the life of a Viking, while St Thomas’ helpers are working on the

War of The Roses and The First World War. Railway history, coal mining history and local football history will all be included. Entry is £3 and includes refreshments. All proceeds are in aid of the Great North Air Ambulance.An organiser commented, “Everyone is welcome to pop in. We hope to raise as much as we can for this great charity. “It’s been fantastic to see such team work between churches and we hope everyone who comes along, enjoys the displays.”

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Mayor of Shildon, Cllr Shirley Quinn, went along to Granville Avenue on Wednesday 26th July, to meet a lovely couple cel-ebrating their Sapphire Wedding Anniversary.Ken and Lydia Vasey were married at St John’s Church when Ken was on leave from the Army in 1952. Lydia recalls it was a very hot day, which was also Durham Miners’ Gala.They celebrated after-wards at Old Shildon Club with family and friends. Lydia was 19 and Ken 21 when they married and still have a strong and loving marriage today.They have lived in various houses around Shildon but settled in Granville Avenue around 30 years ago. Together they had three children, Andrew, Andrea and the late Jacqueline. Andrea has two daugh-ters Leah and Aysha, of whom Ken and Lydia are extremely proud, as they are keen roller skaters and have won many medals and trophies alongside

Shildon couple celebrate 65 happy years together

Andrea.Ken worked as a fitter at Shildon Wagon Works and Shildon Forge until it closed, while Lydia worked at Pages Clothing Factory, but over the years took on many jobs including dinner lady and kitchen assistant at Sunnydale School. Lydia also worked in the Police Station, looking after the ‘young juveniles’, as they where called at the time. Lydia got a great deal of satisfaction from this job and remarked that for many years the young people often stopped to talk to her and thank her for putting them back on the right track.Both Ken and Lydia’s passion is their garden, which they have lovingly tendered for many years.

Ken also trained police dogs and won awards for obedience with his Corgis. He also recalls when he won the 200 yards race at The Shildon Show in 1951. Luckily, Lydia still managed to catch her prize!Over the years they have both enjoyed holiday-ing all around England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales and the Isle of White together and with family.The lovely couple cel-ebrated their Anniversary family lunch and tea party.Mayor Quinn presented the lovely couple with a bouquet of flowers on behalf of Shildon Town Council. “We all wish them the very best in their future years together,” said Shirley.

Shildon Mayor, Cllr Shirley Quinn with Ken & Lydia Vasey.

Former Thornhill Primary School pupil, Charlotte Robinson, is to visit Ireland later this month with her Girlguiding group, where she will work with chari-ties.While in the Emerald Isle, the 11 year-old will support food banks in DunDonald and will volunteer at Ulster Folk & Transport Museum and Castle Espi, along with

around 15 other girls from across the North East.In order to fund her trip Charlotte, from Adelaide Bank, Shildon, has been selling at car boot sales and has also planned a cake stall. She is now appealing for donations to help her reach her goal.If you would like to help, contact her mam, Nikki, on 07946 640 726.

Charlotte Robinson is hoping to raise funds to volunteer in Ireland.

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Year 7 students achieve 100% attendance at Greenfield

Thirteen Year 7 students have attended school every day during their first year at Greenfield. The pupils celebrated this fantastic achievement with a ‘McFlurry Friday’. Every year the school has at least one student go

forward for the County 100% Attendance Award. Mrs Stubbs set these students a challenge, asking them to be in school every day for the next four years so they can take thirteen students to the 2021 celebration.

Attendance is a top priority at Greenfield Community College, with students being set a challenge for 2017/18 academic year to make every day count and aim for at least 96% attend-ance.

Just one of the fascinating pieces of artwork that will be on display at Locomotion.

‘First Class’ exhibition at railway museumTake a “First Class” tour of contemporary art as you journey through railway history, thanks to a new exhibition by Inter-face Arts at Locomotion: The National Railway Museum at Shildon.This exciting display will showcase a wide range of artist practice – from ceramics, drawings, glass, lino-prints, to mixed media, paintings, sculpture and textiles.Pieces by Interface Arts will be displayed amongst the vehicles on show at Locomotion: The NRM at Shildon – aiming to confront, surprise and intrigue the visitor by using unexpected display locations to juxtapose contemporary art with railway heritage.The exhibition opens on Wednesday 16th August and will remain on display until Wednesday 4th October.First established in 2008, County Durham based In-

terface Arts is well known for its diverse creative work exhibited in group and solo events through-out the North East. Several members also regularly feature more widely in UK galleries and participate in events abroad.Interface Arts organises a full programme of activi-ties, combining regular group exhibitions, gallery visits, outdoor sketch-

ing opportunities, social meetings, and promotion of their practice through workshops and demon-strations.Currently affiliated to both the Oriental Museum in Durham, and Locomo-tion: The NRM at Shildon, members meet in each venue on alternate months.For more information, call the museum team on 01904 685780.

Beer & family day at RushyfordThe Eden Arms Hotel in Rushyford is to host a Beer Festival and Family Day in aid of Great Aycliffe Cancer Support Group.The event will take place on Bank Holiday Monday, 28th August, between 11am and 5pm when there will be beer, hot food and live entertainment, as well as

an array of stalls, bouncy castle, bucking bronco and more. Attendees will also be given the chance to meet a Police Interceptor.Entry is £2 per adult, with all door takings being donated to the local charity.For more information, call 01388 720541.

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Does your club, volunteer, coach, individual or team deserve special recognition for their achievements this year?The Durham Dales Sports Awards - covering mid-Durham, Teesdale, Wear Valley and Shildon - will be held at Bishop Auckland Town Hall on Friday 3rd November, with nomina-tions being accepted until 15th September.A spokesperson for the event said, “The main aim of the sports awards night is to really get the word ut there for all the good

work you do within your clubs and to celebrate the sporting achievements across this area.“It was a great night last year, full to capacity with over 180 attending, it will be great to see new nomi-nations from more clubs.”Categories include Young Coach of the Year, Sport Achievement of the Year, Contribution to Sport, Sports Club of the Year and many more.If you would like to be forwarded an application form, email the Crier at [email protected].

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Shildon win last friendly before new seasonShildon AFC played their last friendly this week before they start their new season. They travelled to Wil-lington FC on Monday 31st July and came away 2 – 1 victors. Early on Shildon were awarded a penalty but ex Shildon keeper Lewis Graham pulled off a fine save from Adam Burnicle.Minutes later, Micky Rae was through but once again Willington keeper Graham made a great stop. Just before half time

however, Micky Rae scored two cracking goals for the Railwaymen. After the break Shildon manager Daniel ‘Bobby’ Moore completely change the team, leaving only Billy Greulich-Smith and keeper Nick Liversedge on the field from the first team.The rest of the players were all Shildon youngsters and those on trial, who all performed admirably. Near the end Willington’s No 10 Connor Winter scored a good consolation goal for the home side.

Shildon have a very diffi-cult first game when they entertain F.A. Vase 2016 winners Morpeth Town on Saturday 5th August in the F.A. Cup. They also finished 3rd in the league. If Shildon can beat Morpeth on Saturday they will be away to either Stockton Town or Guisborough Town in the next round. Shildon’s first league game is away to Dunston on Tuesday 8th August followed by another away game at Jarrow Roofing on Saturday 12th August.

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SHILDON AFC2017-18 FIXTURESSaturday 5th August

Home v Morpeth Town (FA Cup)

Tuesday 8th AugustAway v Dunston UTS

Saturday 12th AugustAway v Jarrow Roofing BCA

Wednesday 16th AugustHome v North Shields

Saturday 19th AugustHome v Ashington

Wednesday 23rd AugustAway v Billingham Synthonia

Saturday 26th AugustAway v Seaham Red Star

Monday 28th AugustHome v West Auckland Town

THIS WEEKFriday 4th Aug: Sunderland v Derby 7.45pm

Mark Thomas (singer) 9pmSat 5th Aug: England v South Africa 4th Test 10am

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Community Shield Chelsea v Arsenal 2pmBolton v Leeds 4pm

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This week in History

An earthquake hits Casigu-ran, Aurora, Philippines killing more than 270 people and wounding 261.

2 August 1968

Jesse Owens wins the 100 metre dash, defeat-ing Ralph Metcalfe, at the Berlin Olympics.

3 August 1936

First War of Scottish Inde-pendence: James Douglas leads a raid into Weardale and almost kills Edward III of England.

4 August 1327

Plaid Cymru is formed with the aim of disseminating knowledge of the Welsh language that is at the time in danger of dying out.

5 August 1925

Jamaica becomes inde-pendent from the United Kingdom.

6 August 1962

The last confirmed lynching of blacks in the Northern United States occurs in Marion, Indiana; two men, Thomas Shipp and Abram Smith, are killed.

7 August 1930

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