Torpoint Advertiser December 2017

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Rame Peninsula’s volunteer first responders have received an award for outstanding service.

The award was made by the South West Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust which recognised the vital role that the eight volunteers who comprise the Rame Peninsula Community First Responders provide on the Peninsula, including the villages of Millbrook, Kingsand and Cawsand.

Community First Responders are unpaid volunteers, who have received training from the South West Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust in basic life support procedures and respond to 999 emergencies when called upon by the Ambulance Control Centre.

Such emergencies could involve cases of cardiac, respiratory and medical illness. The role of the First Responder is to give emergency treatment to lifethreatening conditions prior to the arrival of a paramedic or an ambulance.

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BLIND MANUFACTURERS The Rame Peninsula first responders pictured (from left) David Parker (current responder), David Barker (past long term responder), Bob Gaskin - with hand on the door (founder of the group and past leader), Roger Collins (current responder), Steve Creese - getting into car (past leader of the group), John Knowles (past long term responder), Alistair Spencer (current responder) and Tina Collins (current responder) The citation issued by the Trust specifically mentioned that the Rame Peninsula Group gave in excess of 8,000 hours of front line duty to the ambulance service over the past year, and there are only 8,760 hours in a year! Almost

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The group, the majority of whom are over 70, have been presented with an engraved award, individual framed copies of the citation and a £50 gift voucher.

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Top award from Michelin Guide for Carew Arms Who would have known that in a little over a year of trading, The Carew Arms in Antony would have been included in the Michelin Guide 2018 as a Regional Standout, as well as being recommended in the Good Pub Guide and hold their Award for both food and wine.

Since July 2016 the Carew Arms has worked extremely hard to help put heart and soul, as well as footfall, into the village of Antony, and is now a focal point for the community hosting regular quiz nights and cocktail tasting for locals, employing six full-time staff with numerous opportunities for parttime seasonal work.

The pub is owned by Tremayne Carew Pole whose family has lived in the area since the 15th century.

Keeping the family connection, Tremayne asked his sister-in-law, Emily Watkins of the Great British Menu fame, to help design the menu, which serves up affordable, seasonal food with an emphasis on local produce and exceptional quality.

The menu is completely changed every three months, meaning if you have been lucky enough to visit already, you can treat yourself repeatedly to sampling new twists on traditional British cuisine with a modern edge.

Head chef Jack Clayton, formerly heading up the kitchen at The Gurnard’s Head, Zennor makes the best use of seasonal produce, including pigeon and fresh produce from the Antony Estate. He can also be found foraging along the Lynher

Story by Karen Pilkington Estuary on his rare days off.

Christmas is a great time to sample the delights on offer, with Christmas Party Menu’s starting from just £22 for three courses, and an attractive loft private dining area seating up to 20, or 35 for a drinks party.

There is also a midweek set menu with two courses for £12 and three for just £16. Booking is advisable, but the friendly staff are happy to accommodate most impromptu calls and visits.

The pub is a great place to sit and relax waiting for a table, or just to have a great bar meal. And cocktails, created by experienced bartender Harriet, are a visual as well as liquid delight. Who could refuse a Cornish Salted Caramel Espresso Martini or a Tregothnan Tea Berry Cooler!

All of this comes with a good dose of informality and unpretentiousness – children are welcome, as are dogs in the pub, and the adjoining café and farm shop provides an excellent space for breakfast, or just great coffee and homemade cake.

And whilst you are there you can pre-order a normal or needle-fast Christmas tree from the Antony Estate at the same no nonsense affordable prices that you’ll pay for your food.

Carew Arms’ Field to fork and living room policy saves you and the environment pounds on reduced transport, packaging, and middle man mark ups. It’s a great ethos to live by.

The Peninsula Trust in Millbrook kicked off the launch of its new Business Support Programme with a Business Breakfast on November 24 at Millbrook Village Hall.

Partnering with The Growth Hub Cornwall, the Breakfast aimed to connect Rame businesses to free business support services in the region, with access to new startup and existing business mentoring, training, access to finance through business loans and grants, as well as affordable work space on the Rame Peninsula from June 2018.

Jo Bennetts, programme organiser said: ‘We are hoping the Business Breakfast could be the start of a Rame Peninsula Business Hub, with regular monthly events such as drop in clinics, workshops, and networking and training sessions.”

Owners of small to medium sized businesses on the Rame Peninsula who looking to expand or regenerate or someone with a business idea that would like some support to get it off the ground, can contact us to find out about all the great free regional services that are available to help you grow your new or existing business.”

For further information contact the Rame Peninsula Trust on 01752 658516 or visit www.thepeninsulatrust.org.uk

Fantastic fireworks

Fireworks night at HMS Raleigh went with a bang with around 2,500 families, friends and members of the public joining staff and recruits for the spectacular show.

The Band of Her Royal Marines Plymouth started the evening with a rousing performance leading into a ceremonial sunset ceremony, with a Guard made up of recruits undergoing the first stage of their Naval training.

A 20-minute display saw fireworks light up the sky over the training base in Torpoint. The fireworks were provided d by two-times British champions Fantastic Fireworks and were accompanied by a mega-mix of hits to get toes tapping across the parade ground.

Warrant Officer 1 Paul Bell, HMS Raleigh’s Base Warrant Officer, said: “It was an amazing night and we’d like to thank all those who attended. This was HMS Raleigh’s and the Royal Navy’s opportunity to show our appreciation to members of the local community for their much valued and continued support.”

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Torpoint Lady Singers have presented a cheque for over £2500 to YMCA Torpoint Onside.

Members were delighted to welcome Katie Singleton, YMCA’s fitness supervisor instructor, to one of their practice sessions where Chris Trethewey, chair of Torpoint Lady Singers presented her with a cheque for £2550 raised at the 25th 12 Hour Annual Singathon.

Chris thanked YMCA officials for the help provided on the day of the Annual Singathon.

Katie thanked the choir and said the money raised helped to purchase equipment which enabled disabled children to exercise and have fun doing so.

The Strollercise group also helped young mums to become fit after suffering from pre-natal and post-natal depression.

The club welcomes young people up to the age of 30 and disabled children who want to develop their interests, skills, health and confidence through sport.

Dear Editor On Sunday afternoon of November 19 on our way to have lunch out, we passed a very, very hard working team of people clearing the footpath on the stretch of pavement that stretched from the Wilcove turn off, up to the entrance to Antony House.

This, I believe was the continuation of what had been done some weeks prior to this. These people are just like you and I, ordinary folk who are fit enough to join in and help...and giving up part of their Sunday to help make Torpoint look ‘ship-shape’ again.

A HUGE vote of thanks goes from myself and my family for all the wonderful work you do...and for having the pride in Torpoint to want to do this in the first place!

For far too long, Torpoint has been the ‘poor relation’ when it comes to having things done by the council, so this wonderful troop of people have decided to ‘stand up and be counted’ and do it themselves.

Sadly, I am not in the best of health, but if I was, I would be out there with them, even if it only meant taking coffee or tea for their short ‘breather’ time.

However, if you are fit, have a wish to want to see YOUR town and surrounding areas looking great again, just contact this paper and they will be only too pleased to give you a contact number Huge thanks again my friends.

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Plymouth Citybus and P e r s o n a l I n j u ry Go Cornwall Bus launch Richard Harris contactless payment SOLICITORS Contactless payments are now available on all Plymouth Citybus services including those operating in East Cornwall under the Go Cornwall Bus banner.

Buses are accepting contactless payment methods including bPay, Apple Pay, Android Pay, Visa and MasterCard. Customers can simply ask the driver for a ticket or multiple tickets and instead of paying with cash, use a method of contactless payment.

Leader of the Plymouth Council, Ian Bowyer, and Plymouth Citybus managing director, Richard Stevens, formally launched contactless on board one of the new Citybus fleet in November.

Multiple tickets can be purchased in one contactless transaction as long as the total amounts to £30 or less. This means that tickets including dayrider, week and group-rider for example can all be purchased on board using contactless.

Plymouth Citybus is the only operator in Plymouth and the first in Devon to offer contactless as an on bus payment method.

The payment method has been introduced after an extensive trial period on new ticket machines, which were installed across the Citybus fleet in October.

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The Friends of Millbrook Chapel of Rest are aiming to raise funds to repair and refurbish the building, which dates back to 1904.

They have been set the target of raising £20,000 for the charming chapel – with plans to reopen it as a heritage and educational centre.

Bruce Taggart, chairman of the chapel, said: “Persimmon’s donation is a step in the right direction for our works.

“After a structural survey, it’s been identified that the chapel is sound but requires considerable repairs.

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“We have a Christmas craft fayre and a spring flower festival on the horizon to help fundraise, so we’re sure the future is bright for Millbrook Chapel.”

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Farewell to Kath and Sharon A lovely afternoon was had by all at the Old Vicarage, Antony as staff and residents alike came together to celebrate Sharon Bindon and Kath Williams 21 year length of service with Torcare.

The general manager Ann Newcombe presented the ladies vouchers from Torcare in appreciation of their long service. Flowers, thanks and good wishes were toasted in Prosecco and Dawn, Antony’s cook produced a lovely afternoon tea chosen by the girls of quiche, individual pavlovas and cheesecake.

Ann said: “Congratulations to you both and we hope to have your support for many years to come.”

Meanwhile, several lucky residents of Torcare’s Nursing Home enjoyed the spectacular sight of the Poppies Wave, a sweeping arch of bright red poppy heads suspended on towering stalks, was originally seen at the Tower of London as part of the installation Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red. Situated centrally on the Hoe, which looks directly towards Plymouth Sound commemorating the almost 7,300 servicemen and women of the First World War who have no known grave and the seamen of the Royal Navy who sailed from Plymouth. The small party then moved onto the Barbican where they enjoyed a fish n chip supper before returning home.

This year Torcare is sponsoring a Christmas tree in St James Church. Residents and staff have all had a hand in making the decorations.

The newly appointed Wellbeing Co-ordinator for Torcare along with much support from the staff has organised an array of entertainment over this Christmas period to which all family and friends are welcome – from the panto Wizard of Oz, to the Sherry and Minced Pie afternoon and lots of local artists, bands and singers coming along to entertain. We should all have a merry and jolly Christmas.

As usual The Old Vicarage, Porte Rouge and The Torpoint Nursing Centre are selling raffle tickets for their in house raffle prizes. Thank you to all who have donated prizes. All proceeds go toward the Residents Amenities Fund. Please continue to support us by buying raffle tickets.

Torcare would like to wish everyone a very Happy Christmas.

Children from St Nicholas Primary School with their poppy masterpiece (above) and (bottom) with residents at Roseacre Care Home creating clay poppies

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Torpoint Mosquito sailors celebrate Torpoint Mosquito dinghy sailors and supporters celebrated another year of great sailing - albeit in some challenging conditions at times - at their annual prize-giving in November. Master of Ceremonies for the evening was Steve Roberts, Sailing Secretary (Dinghies) and the awards were presented by the outgoing Commodore, Steve Creek.

Votes of thanks and gifts were awarded to Jenny Roberts and Olga Shimell for their help onshore in running the races and to all the safety boat volunteers who turn out every week whatever the weather. The last race of the winter series is on November 26 and then after a short break, sailing resumes with the Spring Series starting on February 4.

Award winners: Autumn Series 2016 - Jack Mann and Ron Goggin; Winter series 2016 - Keith Watts; Brass Monkey Race - Matt Theobald; Spring series 2017- Roger Gibb; Monday Series 1 sponsored by Kilby’s Restaurant Fast Fleet - Roger Gibb, Medium Fleet – Bill Shimell; Thursday Series 1 sponsored by G & R Electrical Fast Fleet - Grace Cowd and Tony Ayers, Medium Fleet – Jack Mann and Ron Goggin, Monday Series 2 Fast Fleet – Keith Watts, Medium Fleet – Richard Richmond; Thursday Series 2 Fast Fleet - Steve Roberts, Medium Fleet - Jack Mann and Ron Goggin; Regatta – Noah Rees; Girl Cadet of the Year – Grace Cowd; Three Rivers Pursuit Race – Alex Smerdon and Ronnie Carter.

Winners Tony Ayers and Girl Cadet of the Year Grace Cowd, pictured with Commodore Steve Creek.

Photo: Keith Watts

Youngsters create their own poppy masterpiece

Children at St Nicholas Church of England Primary School in Downderry produced their own poppy masterpiece.

Before half term, every child in the school made a poppy out of clay. After half term a group of children visited Roseacre Care Home in St Winnolls and worked with the residents to create more poppies for the school’s masterpiece.

Inspired by a visit to the Poppy Wave in Plymouth, a poppy masterpiece was built on the school field on Friday November 11 and a Remembrance service Dinghy section prize-winners 2017 Photo: Brigitte Mann was held. Some of the residents from Roseacre Care Home visited the school for the service.

The clay poppies were sold to parents and members of the local community to raise for money for the poppy appeal.

Players and staff from Plymouth Argyle Head of school Jake Imrie said: have been given some shooting practice of “The children have worked very hard a different kind with the Royal Navy at HMS to create this piece of outdoor art Raleigh. work. The children who we took to the The squad spent an afternoon at the local care home were very confident, training base in Torpoint ahead of their 10th compassionate and represented our Armed Services Day match against Oxford school beautifully.

United on November 18.

“It has been fantastic to develop a They were shown how Service personnel link with a care home in the community are trained to use weapons by instructors and we have now arranged to take at the Military Training Unit. The players a larger group of children there in were invited to try on the armour and other December to sing Christmas songs to equipment military personnel wear in the the residents.” field.

“It was a great experience going to Argyle players Gary Sawyer, Yann Songo’o, They were also given the opportunity the care home and I liked the humour of Nathan Blissett and Greg Wylde prepare for to test their own marksmanship skills in the residents. I would definitely like to some shooting practice the Dismounted Close Combat Trainer; a go back” (Seth age 10) computerised shooting range that allows us to HMS Raleigh. It was very interesting to “I liked making presents to leave with instructors to assess and correct each witness how others conduct their training, them and it was fun chatting to them” student’s techniques before they move onto and to take part in drills that do not involve (Jonathan age 10) the live firing ranges. a ball. We really enjoyed our visit and the “I also liked it when they came to our Argyle manager Derek Adams said, “We shooting practice proved they have an eye Poppy Service. I look forward to seeing are grateful to the Royal Navy for inviting for the target!” them again” (Marnie age 9).

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Choirs raise thousands for cancer diagnosis equipment Cornwall’s choirs are uniting in song to improve local cancer treatment.

An evening of music in Torpoint on November 17 raised £1,154 for molecular diagnostic equipment at Derriford Hospital’s oncology department.

Currently patients from Devon and Cornwall have to travel to Bristol for the nearest equipment capable of providing the fastest diagnosis - usually within 24 hours. Otherwise patients can wait several weeks, with samples being sent around the country, and consequent delays to critical life-saving treatment.

Patients from the more remote parts of Cornwall are obliged to make a round trip of 400 miles to Bristol as there is no such equipment any nearer.

Prompted by the loss of several members to cancer, the Rame Peninsula Male Voice Choir launched a campaign in late July, to help Derriford Oncology purchase the £80,000 equipment. The machine’s effectiveness can be enhanced by a range of add-on options costing tens of thousands.

The aim is to help bankroll as much extra technical kit as possible, to broaden its scope and effectiveness. With the mantra of ‘Help save a life - It could be yours!’ a total of almost £7,000 has already been raised. “We hope to reach £10,000 by Christmas,” said Rame chairman Clive Brinkmann.

Rame approached the Cornish Federation of Male Voice Choirs who have helped the appeal gather momentum, with several choirs from south west Cornwall planning events in the coming weeks, and into new year. The remotest communities are the ones where cancer victims can face round trips of 1012 hours for diagnoses.

The Torpoint concert in St James’s Church featured Burraton and Pelynt choirs, while members of several other choirs including Leskerrit, Fisherman’s Friend, and Wadebridge also turned out in support to perform with Rame under their musical director Jonathan Lewsey.

Molecular scientist Jo Farrugia put the role of the equipment into perspective, while a Torpoint resident, Vicky Hilborne, in remission from a brain tumour, spoke eloquently and movingly about what treatment had meant to her.

The evening was superbly compered by Adrian Wilton, and included solos from Rame accompanist Liz Sidebotham, and an organ solo from Burraton musical director Phil Taylor. The evening concluded with Taylor conducting all the choirs and visiting choristors in most rousing renditions of The Lord’s Prayer, American Trilogy, and Trelawney.

Wadebridge MVC had staged a concert of their own earlier in November, with The Kingsmen, where £716 was generously turned over to the oncology cause.

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Our family, serving yours The Rame Peninsula MVC will perform at Pensilva Millennium Centre on Friday, December 1 (7.30pm, admission £5); at a Victorian Fayre in Millbrook Tanyard (5.0pm, Saturday December 9, Methodist Church if wet) for the switch-on of the Christmas lights; and at the Christmas Concert in Kingsand Community Hall (7.0pm, December 16 ). These are all in aid of the diagnostic equipment as are 10am Saturday coffee mornings hosted by the choir’s lady supporters on December 2 (Kingsand Clock Tower) and December 16 (Torpoint’s Cornerstone Church).

The choir’s folk, 60s rock, and sea shanty ensemble, Halfway Harmony, is performing in the Carew Arms (December 7 at 8pm); at Whitsand Bay Hotel (December 11 at 7pm); and in Picklecombe Fort, for residents and friends, on December 21 at 7pm.

These are also in aid of the oncology equipment. And several members will take to the waters of Cawsand Bay for the annual Lions dip on New Year’s Day. This has raised more than £800 In each of recent years.

The choir welcomes new members and visitors at rehearsals (weekly on Wednesdays, 7.30pm) in Kingsand Community Hall. Visit www.rpmvc.org.uk

Award for Royal Marines musician from Torpoint

A Royal Marines Musician from was surprised to discover that he had Torpoint has been voted the winner been an influence on Musician Gallie’s of an award by his fellow members of career. He said: “That’s a nice thing to the Band Service. hear. Musician Gallie was really keen Musician David Gallie was presented on music when he was at Culdrose and with the honour by Eric Greenleaf, the I told him that he could have a career sponsor of the annual award, during a in the Band Service. He went back to ceremony at HMS Raleigh. Eric, aged the euphonium and had to learn how to 97, is a former Royal Marines Musician play the cello. He’s worked very hard.” who served throughout the Second Eric Greenleaf, who was born, World War and was a veteran of the bred and still lives on the Barbican in Atlantic Convoys.

Plymouth, has become a great friend Musician Gallie, aged 35, said: to the Band of Her Majesty’s Royal “Receiving this award was a complete Marines Plymouth. He donated the surprise. I never imagined I’d actually prize to the Band around four years be in the running for it, but it’s a good ago. feeling knowing that the people who sit Eric overcame significant challenges around me when I play do think of me in his early career as he learnt to play in that way.” his instruments and become a fullyHaving initially joined the Royal fledged member of the Band Service.

Navy in 2007 as at an Air Engineer He was keen that the recipient of Technician, Musician Gallie transferred his award should be someone who to the Royal Marines Band Service four had shown similar hard work and years ago. He joined the Band of Her determination and that the winner Majesty’s Royal Marines Plymouth last should be chosen by members of the year, straight from his initial training.

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He said: “Music has always been part of my life.

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Torpoint Remembrance Parade was attended by sailors and officers from HMS Raleigh, Torpoint Mayor Lambert Keise, Captain Ellie Ablett, Commanding Officer of HMS Raleigh, VIPs and representatives from all local clubs and societies.

Children from local schools and various clubs, the Forces and Veterans attended the parade and was led off by drummers from H.M.S Drake Volunteer Band.

The street was lined from top to bottom and leading to the church. On completion of the parade through the town, a service of remembrance commenced at Eliot Square near St James church for the service of remembrance and wreath laying ceremony.

Torpoint Mayor Lambert Keise laid the first wreath followed by Captain Ellie Ablett and then Junior trainee AET Lewis Clelland from HMS Raleigh.

Wreaths were then laid by representatives from the British Legion and from local clubs and societies attending. The service conducted by Rev Lynn Parker then followed, before the parade marched back through the town for a salute taken By Captain Ablett and Mayor Lambert Keise.

Townsfolk of Torpoint turned out in large numbers again, reflecting the fact that the parade gets bigger every year. Everyone is keen to show respect for past and present armed forces personnel who served to keep our country safe.

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Torpoint Athletic Football Club held a special Remembrance commemorative event at their South West Peninsula League match against Plymouth Argyle Reserves on November 10.

The ceremony involved uniformed Service personnel connected with TAFC, standard bearers and a bugler from the Royal British Legion who participated in the Remembrance ceremony prior to kick off.

TAFC offered free admission to service personnel and veterans which drew a larger than normal crowd and contributed to an excellent atmosphere.

The wreath was laid by Lt Cdr Bill Booth, who is Club Secretary. Paul Whitworth, TAFC Club Chairman, a Royal Navy veteran himself, stressed the close links the club has both with the local community and the services, particularly the Royal Navy.

“We have many supporters, players and committee members who have service links so were very keen to mark Remembrance and pay our respects, whilst hopefully involving service personnel new to the area into the club. Tonight has been a great success and we would like to thank all who made it possible,” said Paul.

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Lion Michael is top money raiser The Torpoint and Rame Peninsula Lions organised the successful annual sponsored family walk at Mount Edgecumbe during the summer. Lion Michael Mathias was awarded the Family Day Walk Shield for raising the most money. Lion Michael raised over £200! Well done Michael.

and download a registration form: e-clubhouse.org/sites/ torpointrame or contact: Lion Dave Rosson on 01752 812582 or Lion Steve Murray on 01752 816647

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Junior rowers receive life jackets Last Month the Torpoint Rowers Club were presented with invaluable life jackets by the Torpoint and Rame Peninsula Lions Club.

Lisa Hocking and junior

Lion President Andy Brownhill, Lisa Hocking, Lion Steve Morris and some of the junior members of the Torpoint Rowers Club Fair at Mount Edgcumbe on members of the Torpoint Rowers December 9 and 10. Santa and Club were presented with his elves would love to see approved competition standard both adults and children alike. life jackets by Lion President Andy Everybody is welcome!

Brownhill at the gig club. Also present were Appeals Chairman, Lion Steve Morris and Lion Julie Morris. Lisa Hocking said: “I would like to say a big thank you to the Lions for supplying This is the last call for all those the 6 competition junior life brave dippers for the New Year’s jackets and one adult life jacket.

Day Dip at Kingsand and Cawsand.

I am delighted as these jackets This is your chance to raise some will provide a more comfortable much-needed funds for your rowing experience as well as favourite organisation, charity or keeping the rowers safe.” community project, with 80% of If you are interested in becoming your sponsorship going to your a member of the Torpoint Rowers chosen charity and 20% going to Club, please contact Lisa Hocking the Torpoint and Rame Peninsula on 07847 681447 or on Facebook.

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All adults and children over the Fancy dress is actively age of 8, including beginners and encouraged to add some fun to more experienced rowers (and the event (wear a wetsuit under those with disabilities), are all your fancy dress if would prefer). welcome.

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Lion Mary Brinkmann has been awarded an International Gold Pin by Lion President Andy Brownhill for her outstanding work in recruiting new members to the Lions’ organisation.

Lion Mary has been a Lion for nearly 10 years. Lion Mary believes that it is great to be a part of the world’s largest service club which is dedicated to enthusiastically serving and helping others, and improving the local community.

Lion Mary says: “I like the fact that Lions’ Clubs are not linked to any social class or political organisation but just a group of like-minded people willing to give their time, energy and resources to try and help others, and to make good friends in the process. I would encourage anyone to join us to have fun and experience the satisfaction of helping others.”

If you are interested in joining the Torpoint and Rame Peninsula Lions, please contact Lion Clive O’Shaughnessy on 01752 823635 for an informal chat.

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Santa’s on his way Santa and his elves are on their way to visit you along the streets of Torpoint, Antony, Crafthole, St. John, Millbrook, Kindgsand and Cawsand. Come and welcome them. See below to see where and when Santa will be coming to your area. And why not come and see Santa and his elves at Mount Edgcumbe!

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be won for the best dressed in various categories: Best Individual, Best Small Team (up to 4 people), Best Large Team (over 4 people), Best Pub Team, Best Under 14 Individual or Group and a Merit Award for Effort. There were some terrific entrants last time. What can you do?

If you are interested in joining in, go to the Torpoint and Rame Peninsula Lions Club website

Lion President Andy Brownhill and Lion Mary Brinkmann

Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa’s on his Way Torpoint and Rame Peninsula Lions Club Presents The Santa Sleigh Timetable for December 2017 Date Saturday 2nd Dec Monday 4th Dec Thursday 7th Dec Friday 8th Dec Saturday 9th Dec Saturday 9th Dec Saturday 9th Dec Sunday 10th Dec Sunday 10th Dec Monday 11th Dec Tuesday 12th Dec Thursday 14th Dec Friday 15th Dec Monday 18th Dec Tuesday 19th Dec Thursday 21st Dec Friday 22nd Dec Saturday 23rd Dec

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Route/Venue >> finish Torpoint Lights Fore St, Torpoint Woodland Way >> Pencair Ave Goad Ave >> Gurney Cl Arthur Tr >> Marine Dr >> York Rd Mt Edgcumbe House - Santa’s Groto Tanyard Millbrook (Static) (Millbrook lights on) Millbrook, Millpool Hd >> Southdown Mt Edgcumbe House - Santa’s Groto Millbrook, Lr Anderton >> Hounster Dr Borough Ct >> Trevithick Ave >> Pentire Cl Borough Pk >> Clegg Ave Roeselare Ave >> Mill Lane Thankes Dr >> Albion Ct >> Wilcove Crafthole

Members of Rame Gig Club who took part in the event in Holland

Rame Gig Club celebrates Rame Gig Club’s presentation evening at Kingsand Community Hall was a huge success with many well deserved awards being given for various achievements over the 2017 season.

Special thanks to Jo and her team for putting the evening together and also to Woody and Geoff for keeping everyone dancing the night away.

The club is in its 25th year and continues to go from strength to strength, having three traditional gigs: Spirit of Rame, Penlee Point and Minnadhu, not forgetting our training gig Maker Wave.

Changes are about to take place in the fitness suite with the arrival of new equipment, which means the club soon be able to hold indoor rowing competitions linked with British Rowing The club has enjoyed a variety of social events, alongside the racing season, including fun days, barbecues, a man overboard drill and others. There has also been plenty of fund raising by the members for local and national charities.

The main rowing season has been rounded off – due mainly to the outstanding performances of the Junior crews – by the club being shortlisted for the Club of the Year Award by Cornwall Sports Partnership.

Although the club did not take top honours its members are very proud

to have been recognised for their commitment to sport and fitness within the local community.

In November, eight members of the club travelled to Holland, taking one of the club gigs, Penlee Point. This was to compete in the 26th MuidenPampus-Muiden Roeisloepenrace.

There were around 200 boats of various classes competing to row three 7k races over two days. Rame Ladies finished eighth and the Men finished 14th in their class.

The Dutch sure know how to party, pleased to say Rame competed well in that department too! They even managed a day trip to Amsterdam. A great time was had by all.

Since the racing season has finished the members are enjoying social Sundays. Most times having enough rowers to put three gigs on the water.

On Remembrance Sunday the three crews observed the two minute silence and showed their respect, to the fallen, by having all three crews with paddles up and heads bowed. Thanks to Norman and Ali for the choreography and remembrance poem.

Membership for 2018 is due in January. The fee is £100. Payment in full by January 31 attracts will be a 10% discount. Check the club’s web page for other membership details, winter training, the Christmas Communal Dinner and other activities.

Awards presented at Cawsand Sailing Club With the end of a successful sailing season, Cawsand Bay Sailing Club held their awards evening in the Kingsand Congregational Hall, where Club Commodore Mark Lentell presented the trophies.

The winners of Season’s Wakeup Series were Mark Lentell and Amy Pearton. The overall winner of the Sunday Series was Brian Jones and Fast Mono winner: Noah Rees.

The overall winner of the Thursday Series was Noah Rees and Slow Mono winner was Brian Jones.

The winner of the Summer Series and Fast Mono was: Peter Grzelinski, Slow Mono winner was Findlay Morgan. The winners of the Personal Handicap Series (and the Galloway Trophy), were Chris Slater and Jo Pearton.

The overall Regatta Winner was Noah Rees, First Slow winner was Rob Sumner. The Best Junior including all races was Noah Rees, who also won the Chris Withington Trophy for the best Single Handed Sailor, and the Jim Ogilvie Shield for the long distant ‘Round The Sound Race’.

The RS200 Class Trophy was won

by Ian Turpitt and Fleur Young. The

Commodore Mark Lentell with overall winners Ian Turpitt and Fleur Young Langdon Memorial Trophy for best points for all three major series was won by Ian & Fleur Young, with Brian Jones achieving best points in the Slow Mono class.

The ‘Capsize Trophy’ was won by Andy Negus and Brian Luxford. Most improved sailor was Findlay Morgan.

The ‘Persistent Oar’ was won by Cliff Webb. Winner of the Clubman Trophy as voted by the membership, was Andrew Malloy.

Unfortunately, Noah Rees was unable to be present, as he was competing in a prestigious National Championship that weekend.

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Monthly message from the Mayor It is with great sadness that I report the passing of former Town Councillor Ivan Southworth, Ivan was a member of the Town Council for a number of years and served on several organisations in the town. Ivan will be sadly missed by all those who knew him and we send sincere condolences to Councillor Mrs Rose Southworth and her family.

Some previous events attended in the last month, have included: October 21 - Maureen and I attended Trafalgar Night Dinner held at the Torpoint Athletic Football Club on behalf of the Torpoint and Rame Branch Royal Naval Association. We were treated to a stupendous dinner and listened in awe to the guest of honour, Commander Irvine Lindsay OBE MA Royal Navy, Officer Commanding Royal Naval Submarine School to his many exploits throughout his naval career.

November 2 – Maureen and I attended the HMS Raleigh Fireworks Display as VIP guests of Capt Ellie Ablett. What a fantastic event with over 2,000 in attendance and a display that exceeded over 15 minutes.

November 3 – Maureen and I attended the Charity Fashion Show in aid of Bone Cancer Research Trust held in the Council Chambers.

Clothes and gifts were shown by Studio 2 and over £1,000 was raised on the night. Well done to Janet Jenness and her team, especially the models you did a sterling job parading along the catwalk full of poise and confidence. I am looking forward to the summer show, if that is at all possible.

November 10 – I attended the Torpoint Nursery and Infants School Remembrance Day Service. Headteacher Mrs Elisabeth CarneyHaworth and the rest of her team must be proud of how well the pupils behaved and led the service from start to finish. The reading ability of the pupils was amazing.

November 10 – The Mayor’s Cadet Chris Hancock and I attended the Remembrance Festival at Plymouth Pavilions. It was a sombre occasion but filled with warmth and respect.

November 11 - I attended the Remembrance Service held in Sparrow Park. The children from our local schools and the many standards on parade made the whole service extra special.

November 12 - Maureen and I attended the Service for Remembrance held at St James Church Torpoint. The windy weather did not stop over 50 poppy wreaths being laid, and the parade was one of the largest I have ever seen in Torpoint. Over 2,000 people attended the open air service held at Eliot Square.

Torpoint Town Council is continuing to look at ways of providing inspiration and meeting aspirations for services which fall under its jurisdiction within the town. One area which we are keen to have an

impact upon are the parks in the town. Currently the town council oversees the upkeep of the following parks: Rendel Park, Sparrow Park and Benodét Park. These small parks are maintained by the town council and issues within these parks can be reported in the first instance at admin@torpointtowncouncil.gov.uk or 01752 814885.

The other parks and green spaces within the town are currently maintained by Cornwall Council, and issues within these parks can be reported on www.cornwall.gov.uk/report-it Dialogue between Cornwall Council and the Town Council is continuing about the devolution of assets and services from Cornwall Council. It is hoped that once these are under the town council control, improvement to facilities can be implemented to provide a safe environment especially for our young people. Broken play equipment will be replaced and improved, and it is hoped that even outdoor multi gyms will be installed in suitable locations. Budgets for these improvements have been included in next year’s budget proposals and if required will be used accordingly.

New bus shelters are being installed and a replacement programme for those in need of refurbishment is being considered. With winter fast approaching I am sure these will be most welcomed by regular bus users.

Dog fouling is yet again a major problem throughout the town. Besides being unsightly it is a major health and safety issue particular where young children may walk or play. Please can I ask all dog owners to be responsible and clean up their dog fouling, thank you.

The enforcement officer has the power to issue on the spot fines to owners caught not clearing up after their pet. Remember Bag It and Bin It. It gives me great pleasure to congratulate the following residents of the town: Jasmine Vigus-Huggins crowned Little Miss Teen Great Britain 2017/18 at the finals held in Blackpool. Well done Jasmine for putting Torpoint on the map yet again and best wishes for your year ahead.

Tom McHale, Truro City goalkeeper, who made the FA Cup 1st Round, but unfortunately were defeated by Charlton, after a fantastic effort. What a great experience Tom playing at The Valley, and best wishes for the rest of the season.

Councillor John Tivnan, Torpoint Town Council and his recent presentation of the British Empire Medal for services to Local Government and the community. Well done John and carry on the good work.

Until next time….

The Mayor of Torpoint Coun Lambert Keise

Personal service guaranteed, as Jack leads family firm of funeral directors into 4th generation At just 23, Jack Weekes didn’t have to think twice when he was given the opportunity this summer to take over as head of his family’s independent firm, J Weekes Funeral Directors.

Jack is the fourth generation of the Millbrook firm, which was set up by his great granddad, Harry Weekes, in 1934. When Jack’s granddad, John, finally called it a day after a remarkable 59 years of service, Jack decided it was time to step up.

“Grandad took over the business at quite a young age when his father died and he wanted to be able to pass it on,” said Jack. “I’d been working as a joiner for three years and went self-employed after my apprenticeship so I would always come and help granddad when he needed a hand.

“He hoped I’d go into it eventually and I always wanted to do it once he retired. But he hasn’t left completely. He didn’t take a holiday in 27 years and he still comes in to help even now! He only lives two doors up the road and it’s nice to be able to draw on his experience and advice.”

Jack will be putting his carpentry skills to work by offering the option of hand-crafted coffins: “It always used to be the case that the local funeral director would be the local carpenter because he would make the coffins. That’s how our family firm started. But then manufactured coffins came along. We’re still offering manufactured coffins, obviously, but I think the option of a hand-made solid oak or mahogany coffin is a unique addition. I don’t know of anyone else that’s doing it.”

It’s one of the traditional services Jack is keen to re-introduce.

Another in 2018 will be the offer of a horse-drawn hearse, with his partner, Charlotte Pine, at the reins with her four-year-old Fell cross horse, Missy. The hearse is being hand made by Fenix Carriages, whose customers include the Royal Family.

“We have three churches within a one-mile radius and I think the horse-drawn hearse will be very popular,” said Jack. “But it will be available, wherever the service is held.”

Jack, his brother Tom and dad Shaun all helped out when the new family funeral home in St John’s Road was built three years ago. With living accommodation upstairs at the premises, care and attention is assured 24/7, and Jack is available on call at all times.

Although J Weekes is best known in South East Cornwall including Torpoint, Saltash and the Rame Peninsula, Jack offers a wider service which takes in the Plymouth area. And he said: “Bigger firms can’t offer the same sort of personal service. The only person people will see is me so they don’t have to deal with lots of different people, I’m there to support them every step of the way. People often comment on the attentive, compassionate service. They like to have a more family-orientated experience during this testing period in their lives.”

Jack added: “It’s very rewarding, actually, being on the whole journey with people who are rock bottom when you first see them

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Jack will arrange every aspect of the funeral service, removing as much of the strain as possible to allow families to focus on remembering and celebrating their loved ones. He will always visit people in the comfort of their own homes, unless they prefer to come into the office for personal reasons. “I will take care of everything and they can rest assured that everything will be arranged as they wish,” said Jack.

There is a set price list for a range of funerals, from £2,200 to £3,118, which includes the church or crematorium fees. Bespoke arrangements can also be made to suit families’ requirements. “And we can offer rates that are much more competitive than most large firms,” said Jack.

The company supports other businesses by working with independent florists and printers in the area: “We’re a well-known local family and we play an active part in the community, part of that is working with other local businesses. We also raise money for charities and we sponsor matches and match day programmes at Plymouth Argyle.”

For peace of mind, J Weekes – a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors – also offers pre-paid funeral plans.

Contact Jack to discuss a plan suited to your needs.

As for the family business, it seems it’s in good hands for the foreseeable future. Jack said: “I love what I do and I’d like to think this is a career for life – and for the next generation, too.”

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Torpoint Diary Dates Dec 2 Torpoint Lady Singers coffee morning at Cornerstone Church 10am.

Dec 2 Christmas Lights Switch On 4pm stalls open 6pm Lights switch on.

Dec 2 Cornish Christmas Market, St James Church 10.30am to 4.30pm. Food and craft stallholders, continental breakfast, soup, lunch, afternoon tea, Father Christmas in his grotto and activity table. (Write a letter to Father Christmas Dec 7 Ferryboat Entertainers Christmas Concert at Cornerstone Church 7.30pm in aid of church funds. Free admission, grand raffle.

Dec 7 St James Church, Christmas Tree viewing 3.30pm to 6.30pm plus children’s Christmas storytime at 5pm wth mulled wine and nibbles for the parents.

Dec 8 Christmas Craft Fayre, Torpoint Library 10am onwards.

Dec 9 Torpoint Town Partnership and Community Cinema Christmas Bazaar and Craft Fayre raising funds for future community events and activities. Torpoint Council Chambers 9am to 1pm.

Dec 9 Christmas Tree Festival at St James Church 11am to 3pm. Best tree and Junior Best tree awards and grand raffle 2pm. Plus refreshments and light lunches.

Dec 9 Churches Together host a charity evening of entertainment and song with The Callington Gospel Choir and invite the community to come along Council Chambers 7pm start. Tickets £2.50 in advance (£3.50 on the night); this will include refreshments in the interval; tea/ coffee and mince pies. Charity proceeds will be divided equally between St Luke’s Hospice and CHAT (Community Health around Torpoint). Further details: Telephone Sally Tait on 829226.

Dec 10 Big Sing Community Carol Service with soloists and bell ringers 6pm at St James Church.

Dec 15 Torpoint Lady Singers and the Rame Peninsula Male Voice Choir, St James Church 7.30pm.

Dec 17 Maryfield Church Carol Service with Torpoint Lady Singers 11.15am.

Dec 17 Christingle Service at St James Church 4pm.

Dec 23 Torpoint Council Committee Room - Christmas Cinema screening 5pm. Limited seating - film details later.

Dec 24 Holy Communion 9.30am and 11.30pm at St James Church.

Dec 24 Maryfield Church Crib Service 10.30am. An informal service with crafts and refreshments.

Dec 25 Maryfield Church Family Christmas Communion 11.15am

By Fr Ian Hellyer, Priest and Pastor at St John of Arc Catholic Church, Torpoint

2018 Jan 26 and 27 Torpoint Players present the pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk. Friday 7.30pm, Saturday 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Contact Sara on 07890 296620 for more details.

Feb 3 Torpoint & Rame Peninsula Lions Club Annual Dinner. Details Andy Brownhill on 813762.

Feb 17 - Ferryboat Entertainers’ Coffee morning at the Cornerstone Church 9.30am to 11.30am in aid of pantomime funds. Raffle and cake stall, bric-a-brac, books etc.

Mar 16 Torpoint Lady Singers Concert with The Plymouth Area Police Choir. 7.30pm at St James Church.

Apr 21 Torpoint Lady Singers and the Mousehole Male Voice Choir Concert St James Church - 7.30pm.

May 7 Bank Holiday Black Prince Flower Boat Procession. The villages of Millbrook, Kingsand and Cawsand are filled with colour, music and dancing through the streets. Details from Clive and Julie jooandcliv@ btinternet.com June 30 Torpoint Lady Singers Concert with The Saltash Ladies Choir. 7.30pm at Cornerstone Church.

July 5 - Summer Concert. Ferryboat Entertainers present an Old Tyme Music Hall, at the Cornerstone Church at 7.30pm. Free entry and refreshments, plus Grand raffle. All profits in aid of Church funds.

July 6 Torpoint Nursery and Infant School Country Dance Day at 1.30pm. Gates open 1pm.

July 21 Torpoint & Rame Peninsula Lions Club Fair, Community College Grounds. Details Andy Brownhill on 813762.

July 21 - St Columba & Torpoint Rugby Club Annual Community Festival Day at Defiance Field.

July 28 ‘Ava’s Fund’ Fun Day at Benodet Park, The Lawn, Thanckes Park 12 noon-6pm please contact Sophia Williams 07720 264338.

Aug 3 - Charity Night in aid of the Children’s Hospice South West at Torpoint Comrades Club.

Nov 11 Remembrance Service at Elliot Square at 11am.

Nov 11 ‘The Battle’s Over’ - a Nation’s Tribute and WWI Beacon of Light at 7pm A century after the guns fell silent. (Further details later).

Dec 6 Free Christmas Concert: Ferryboat Entertainers present ‘Christmas Cheer’ at the Cornerstone Church at 7.30pm. Free entry and refreshments, plus grand raffle. All profits in aid of Church funds.

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Heaven...the ultimate destination of happiness “What is Christmas all about daddy?” I was asked this question by one of my children who was in a thoughtful mood.

Unusually amongst Catholic priests I am married with children – 10 children in fact! Don’t worry there is no scandal – it is all above board.

When I left the Church of England to become a Catholic, the Pope granted me a dispensation from celibacy, which meant as a married man I could become a Catholic priest. Getting back to the question my child asked, I want to share the sort of thing I try to say to this sort of question – something that is both truthful and as simple as I can manage!

To the Jewish people, God revealed not only that He existed but that also He was for them – He was on their side. They had to keep His laws and He would keep His promises. God revealed Himself as the Jewish people’s ‘Abba’ or as we would say, Father.

Now Christmas is all about the next thing God wanted to reveal about Himself. For when the time was right, and when there was the absolutely perfect woman to help Him, God became a human being. God revealed Himself as God who is with us (in Hebrew this is ‘Emmanuel’).

The views expressed in this column are not necessarily the views of Churches Together in Torpoint

Opera singer William is group’s guest Opera singer and film star William Shimell was the guest at the Torpoint Wives Group meeting at Cornerstone Church in October.

William, who now lives in Torpoint, was introduced by chair Eve Oates. William, who has been an opera singer for 37 years, was accepted as a choir boy at Westminster at the age of eight. He was later one of the few chosen from 400 applicants to study at the Guildhall School of Music.

During his illustrious career, his glorious voice took him to 20 different countries singing over the years in 60 different operas in premier opera theatres such as La Scala in Milan.

Members had the immense pleasure of listening to his recordings from those operas.

He spoke of humorous incidents behind the scenes and some mishaps on stage, the conductors

Wilcove WI remember their founder member Members were saddened by news of the death in November of Wilcove WI founder member, Marjorie Harwood, at the age of 99.

Marjorie organised the inaugural meeting of Wilcove WI in March 1950 and held the offices of President, Secretary and Treasurer during her amazing 50 years of membership, taking the WI through both tough and good times. Marjorie was able to attend the 65th birthday celebrations in 2015 when she spoke about the value of the WI to its members and the community.

There was a short tribute to Marjorie at the beginning of the November meeting, followed by a toast in her memory. Items illustrating her contribution to the WI were chosen from the archive and displayed at the meeting.

In line with Marjorie’s wishes, Wilcove WI provided the catering in Cove Hall following her funeral service on Friday 24 November.

On a happier note, Wilcove WI members reflected on their very successful coffee and craft

morning held in November, which raised over £450. The speaker at the November meeting was Mike Griffiths, who gave a fascinating account of the work of his father and other amateur expert radio operators during the Second

World War. His father was sent to St Erth and recruited to listen to and transcribe enemy radio signals and send them on to Bletchley Park to contribute to the vital work carried out there.

A very convivial four-corner craft afternoon was held on Tuesday 28 November, where members of Wilcove and other local WIs were able to choose 2 activities from: making Christmas sugar paste figures; folding wrapping paper to make gift bags; using stamps and watercolour to

God asked the perfect lady called Myriam (in Hebrew) or we call Mary (in English), to be mother of God become a man – Jesus.

God did this so that everyone could come to know that not only is God for us, but God is with us. And the fact that God became a human being with Mary’s co-operation, this changed everything. And this is what Christmas is all about!

The meaning of Christmas is ‘Immanuel’ – God is with us. Christmas begins the earthly lifetime of Jesus during which Jesus shared the next revelation about Himself. Not only is God for us, not only is God with us, but God also greatly desires to be in us if we allow Him. Jesus revealed that God is also Holy Spirit and that, if we want to, the Spirit of God can live in us and make us children of God. In making us children of God the Holy Spirit leads us towards the heaven – which is the ultimate destination of perfect happiness, God wants for us all.

Answering children’s questions is never easy – even for a Catholic priest who is also a veteran father! May the God who came at the first Christmas bless you and all your loved ones with peace and joy.

create unique Christmas cards or sewing folded fabric decorations for the tree. Mulled wine and mincepies were provided to contribute to the seasonal theme of the event.

Wilcove WI will host a Carol Service in Maryfield Church at 2pm on Friday 15 December, and all are welcome to attend. The next full meeting will be at 7.30 pm on Tuesday January 16, in Cove Hall, Wilcove, when Christine Wiseman will talk about ‘Researching your family tree’. Visitors would be most welcome.

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Torpoint WI is celebrating its 43rd Birthday this month.

Rosemary Slee, President, welcomed everyone and advised members of the passing of one of our former, long-standing members of the Torpoint Group, Marjorie Harwood, and in her memory we all sang Jerusalem at the start of the meeting.

Members enjoyed a delicious birthday meal at the Little Fox, Crafthole, earlier in the month and Rosemary thanked Sue Hale for arranging a super evening.

We were then treated to a fascinating talk by Mr Philip Rodda on the history of Rodda’s Creamery who produce the original Cornish Clotted Cream in Scorrier, Cornwall. Rodda’s is very much a family concern, started over 120 years ago and despite the lack of production during the Second World War, re-started production at the end of food rationing in 1953 and still produces the famous clotted cream which is exported within the UK and worldwide. As well as clotted cream, Rodda’s now produce Cornish butter, custard and skimmed milk.

We all learned so much more about the production of one of our most famous local products.

Competition winners: Letter ‘D’ 1st Sylvia Fraser, 2nd Barbara Brimacombe, 3rd Rosemary Slee and Flower of the month: 1st Sue Hale, 2nd Jean Morgan, 3rd Jacqui Rust.

Our next meeting will be our Christmas Party and the January Meeting ‘Ladies of Lanhydrock’ will be on Wednesday January 24 at 7.30 pm in St James Church Hall.

Visitors are always very welcome.

and some of their idiosyncrasiesas well as the competition in the operatic world.

William said his entry into the film world was unexpected , how he starred with Juliette Binoche and walked the famous red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival.

He is now retired, but just recently was the soloist at one of The Torpoint Lady Singers concerts.

William moved to Cawsand whilst still singing abroad, commuting to Milan and New York for concerts, in between his travels he took the opportunity to sing with The Rame Peninsula Male Voice Choir, singing locally at that time.

The local communites of Cawsand and Torpoint have been privileged to have him in their midst.

Two locals honoured Two local people awarded a British Empire Medal in the Queen’s Birthday Honours attended a special ceremony at Mount Edgcumbe House where Colonel Edward Bolitho, the Lord Lieutenant thanked them for their service to their communities.

The two recipients, who were among five people from Cornwall to be honoured were: Peter Lavers, for services to the community in the Rame Peninsula. Peter has been a committed volunteer and fundraiser for the Rame Peninsular branch of the RNLI and has been credited with much of its success. He has been a local Parish Councillor including a term as Vice Chairman and now volunteers for Mount Edgcumbe.

John Tivnan for services to local government and the community. John has dedicated himself to the community of Torpoint for many years. He set up the Torpoint Community Events Company to support the Christmas lights, and the organisation has supported many other events. He has raised an incredible amount for the Poppy Appeal, one year over £22,000. Every year he arranges a presentation evening to recognise individuals and businesses which have helped the appeal.

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