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Now it is back to school for the Autumn term and thoughts of the events coming up over the next few months. Perhaps you need help with cleaning - see McIntyres Cleaning Services on page 7, or a new carpet - see Frost Carpets on page 31.

Things to do in September: Sunday 3rd September - The Rotary Club of Ponteland are holding the Annual Duck Race, details opposite.

Tuesday 12th September - when you can have a great day out while supporting local charities at the Variety Charity Golf Day, details are page 21.

Saturday & Sunday 23rd & 24th September The Lady of the North Food and Drink Festival. 10am - 5pm each day at Northumberlandia Country Park, Cramlington. Entry Adults £2.00 / Children £1.00.

Looking ahead to October, The Rotary Club are holding a musical evening on October 15th, details on page 27, book your tickets early.

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FINANCE

How to Build Up Your Credit Rating at University Ann Haldon

eing able to borrow money when you need it is a crucial part of everyday life for most people. It enables you to enter the property market when the time comes, helps you buy your first car, and provides the means to deal with emergencies when they happen.

Many undergraduate bank accounts offer a credit card and arranged overdraft facility when you start university, with the overdraft facility often being increased over the following years depending on the risk involved to the lender.

DO LENDERS THINK YOU WILL DEFAULT?

This is partly how lenders decide whether or not to accept an application for borrowing – it’s based largely on the risk of default that you present to them. This risk is assessed using your credit file, which contains a credit rating and other information.

Building a good credit rating certainly takes time, but when your degree course is finished and you start work, you’ll be thankful for the steps you’ve already taken. So what can you do to help yourself at this stage?

• Apply for a credit-builder credit card.

These credit cards are for people with no credit history, or a poor credit rating that needs to be rebuilt. In your case, a card such as this will allow you to build up a good credit history, as long as you are sensible and use it in the right way. You should use it 4

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each month to pay for regular but relatively low outgoings - your food shopping, for example, or rail tickets. The crucial part is to pay off the balance in full, and without fail, every month.

your credit score. If you know that you’re going to need extra money for a limited time, talk to your bank and see if they’ll agree to increase your limit, even if it’s only on a temporary basis.

Missing a single payment will instantly damage your credit rating. You will also be charged a high interest rate on the outstanding balance, and late payment fees. Using a credit-builder credit card is one of the most effective ways to build a good credit history if it’s used properly.

• Avoid multiple applications for credit If you’re refused credit by one or more lenders it will adversely affect your credit rating, so it’s a good idea to avoid making multiple applications at the same time.

• Make sure you’re on the electoral register Any lender will want to see that you have a fixed address, and be able to confirm your identity. This increases confidence that you’re trustworthy, but as a student living in halls the best option is to use your home address.

You can apply to be included on the register by contacting your local council or using the gov.uk website.

• Don’t exceed your overdraft limit without authorisation Going over your arranged overdraft limit, even for a day, will trigger high interest charges and other fees, but crucially it will also damage

• Include rent payments in your credit file The Rental Scheme was first introduced in 2016. It involves paying your rent to the landlord through an intermediary, who informs the credit reference agencies that you’ve paid on time.

The three main credit reference agencies in the UK – Experian, Equifax, and Callcredit – each hold their own information about your credit history. At some point whilst you’re at university, it would be worthwhile checking with each agency to ensure the information they hold is correct. http://www.savethestudent. org/money/student-banking/ student-credit-rating.html

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BAKING

Coconut Rice Pudding with Caramelised Apples A classic with a twist, this creamy rice pudding has added coconut milk for extra flavour and is served with spiced apples in a caramel sauce.

Ingredients • 50g unsalted butter, softened • 100g pudding rice • 400ml full-fat milk • 200ml coconut milk • 40g caster sugar • 1 tbsp runny honey • 2 red apples, skinned, cored and cut into wedges • 75g demerara sugar • 1-2 tsp ground cinnamon • 2 tbsp apple juice Serves 4 Ready in 2 hours 30 mins 1. Preheat the oven to 150°C, fan 130°C,

gas 2. Use a little of the softened butter to thoroughly grease a 1.2-litre shallow ovenproof dish.

2. Tip the pudding rice into the buttered

dish and stir in the milk and coconut milk.

Add the caster sugar and stir again. Bake in the oven for 45 minutes. Carefully remove the dish and give the pudding a good stir,

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then stir in the honey and dot with a little more of the butter. Return to the oven for a further 1 hour 30 minutes or until a golden skin has formed and most of the milk has been absorbed by the rice.

3. About 10 minutes before the rice pud-

ding is ready, melt the rest of the butter in a heavy– based frying pan over a medium heat. Add the apple slices and fry for 1-2 minutes, turning once. Sprinkle over the demerara sugar and cook gently, without stirring, until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the cinnamon and apple juice and simmer for a further few minutes until syrupy.

4. Stir the rice pudding (remove the skin

first, if preferred) and spoon into bowls.

Top with the apples and syrup and serve.

Top Tips You can use other fruit slices instead of the apples – try peaches or pears or halved apricots.

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TRAVEL

Auto-Biographies: Volvo V90 R-Design olvo estates have come a long way since their ‘wardrobe on wheels’ image.

We all knew they were safe and comfortable; they just weren’t sexy. That all changed some years ago, and the last V70 looked great; perhaps even better than its saloon sibling, the S80.

Then in 2016, the V90 and the booted S90 came along; two stunning cars with more than a hint of sporting appeal woven into the luxury, ride comfort and space that Volvos always offer.

The models have been a success in the short time they’ve been out – but the V90 is the one that most people favour. As an estate car, it’s more practical, even though the Swedish car maker has made the load area slightly smaller than the previous V70’s.

For those who like versatility and don’t want the ‘conservative’ estate car image, Volvo has recently put its R-Design stamp on the V90. This means you can still drive an estate car, but one that looks hunkered down and stimulating. Yes, stimulating – who’d have thought a Volvo could have that effect?

The R-Design flavour has always given Volvos that extra something – it’s made the cars spicier to look at and hotter in the way they handle. The V90 R-Design is a genuine looker – a great piece of artwork all round.

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Its kerbside appeal is boosted even further, thanks to its 15mm lowered ride height, silver door mirrors, gloss black grille and flashy 18-inch alloy wheels.

The jazziness continues inside, with semi-electrically operated leather and nubuck sports seats.

There are also metal-effect inlays, a vivid LED driver’s display, sports pedals, and illuminated tread plates. My test car was fitted with the D4 engine, hooked up to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. The D4 is a 2.0-litre turbo diesel unit delivering 190PS - a welljudged output for regular commuting. It’s quick enough for most palates, reaching 62mph in 8.5 seconds, but it is prudent, too. If you see over 60mpg from this engine, I wouldn’t be taken aback.

The V90 is refreshing compared with its rear-wheel drive German equals. It’s driven by its front wheels, and is nimbler to wield. The Volvo feels sprightlier, thanks to the weight of the pedals and steering - and while this is no small vehicle, it feels far from overwhelming, due to how acquiescent it is.

Because of the R-Design’s lowered, firmer suspension set-up, the V90 R-Design will corner quickly without perceptible body lean. However, the drawback is that there’s no option to alter the suspension on the fly. Mind you, air suspension can be substituted when you buy the car new, although it will cost you £1,500 for the privilege. On the regular non-R-Design V90s you’re offered a more cushioned ride. But if you’re determined to go for a sporty estate, and don’t mind a lower, firmer system, then the stock V90 R-Design is an excellent choice.

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GARDENING

Houseplants Go Home

Pippa Greenwood

ost houseplants need to be just that, plants in houses, but come the summer it usually gives them a real boost to get the higher natural light levels, refreshing (relatively warm) rainfall and seriously fresh air. But now that September is here it is time to bring them indoors – colder nights will cause damage, especially to some of the more tender varieties.

Before bringing them in, check your plants over. Use a sharp pair of scissors to remove dead, damaged or dying leaves, cutting back neatly into clean, healthy growth. Next inspect the stems, foliage and any flowers for pests and diseases it always pays to bring houseplants in totally clean.

Look out for white powdery mildew deposits, often accompanied by a bit of leaf yellowing, and check for greyish fuzzy fungal patches caused by the notorious Botrytis or grey mould.

Also look for pests like scale insects - tiny brownish elliptical insects which feed beneath leaves or on soft stems, often producing copious quantities of sticky, sugary honeydew - or aphids, which may be found clustered on the more tender, newer growth. These must be dealt with before the plants go indoors, as once inside the pests will flourish in the warmer, more protected conditions, and will soon multiply and may even spread.

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with by using scissors or secateurs to snip off infected areas, or by some careful picking off by hand. If you find scale insects, aphids or fluffy patches of mealy bug, there is a brilliant environmentallyfriendly biocontrol that is also safe for you and your pets.

For more information, visit www.pippagreenwood.com/ products/protect-your-crops.

Next, inspect the pots, including the surface of the compost and beneath the base and rim of the pot itself.

If you can, and as long as the plant won’t be damaged in the process, gently ease it out of its pot and check the root ball - this is the perfect place for stowaways like vine weevils, slugs and snails. Not the sort of house guests you or your plants would appreciate, I’m sure.

When the check-over is complete, gently scrape away the uppermost surface of the compost and replace with the same quantity of fresh, similar compost, wipe down the sides of the pot and take your plants inside, taking care

not to put them anywhere which is too hot, too dry or too draughty for their liking.

Once your old favourites are safely re-installed in their old positions and are free from unwanted guests, you may like to treat yourself to a new houseplant or two. There are some wonderful (and good value) houseplants readily available in garden centres and supermarkets now - how about a marvellously elegant moth orchid (Phalaenopsis)? I treated myself to a couple this summer and I know that even with my sometimes erratic care they should keep on performing for years to come!

Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood.com for her ‘Winter thru’ Spring Collection’ of gorgeous UKgrown garden-ready vegetable plants ready for delivery in September. You’ll also find many gardening items including growing frames, SpeedHoes, SpeedWeeders, raised bed kits, Nemaslug and other nematode controls, copper tape, pull-out EasyTunnels, signed books and lots more besides.

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PROPERTY

Property Market - Thoughts and Tips nformation is so rapid these days. The power of the internet gives us almost instant information allowing us to find the answer to anything, from the life and times of Pythagorus to what is on the telly tonight!

And when you want to know how much your property was worth, you traditionally needed to ring a local estate agent, to arrange a mutually suitable time for them to visit. Of course, by ‘mutually suitable’ the estate agent tended to mean Monday to Friday 9.00 to 5.30. ‘Oh! I am sorry, our valuer is not available this Saturday’. ‘You do not get home till 6.30? Oh dear!, I am afraid our valuer is not available that evening, or any evenings for that matter’. ‘Sunday?

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Of course, if you are intending putting your property onto the market for sale, then you can choose a home visit, and one of the regions most

experienced valuers will, without any obligation, come and provide a detailed valuation of your property, and show you how Goodfellows can help you get the very best price for your property - and what has made Goodfellows one of the regions highest rated estate agents for service.

With us it really is ‘Any Time, Any Place, Any Where!’

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How do talking treatments work? uring my time as a therapist I have worked with many people who are new to the therapeutic process and many of which have never experienced/or have been aware of the emotional and psychological difficulties we can face.

As such, one of the first questions they ask is “How does talking therapies help?”

Talking treatments work by giving you space to talk about your thoughts, feelings and behaviour with someone who is professionally trained to help you understand these things better, and help you find ways to change the things you want to.

What’s the theory behind talking treatments?

Each type of talking treatment has its own theory about why we think and feel the way we do, and how it’s best to help you. Broadly speaking, there are two main theory traditions that started in America and Europe.In America, therapists focused on how behaviour and thought patterns affect how we feel, and so developed therapies to help us change our behaviour and thoughts to help us improve how we feel. This includes talking treatments like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

and ways to make sense of them. Through the process of therapy you will begin to make changes to out dated thought processes, resolve and address unwanted emotions and begin to make new changes in your life.

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In Europe, therapists were interested in the reasons why we think and feel things, and developed therapies to help us understand our thoughts and feelings, and so be better able to cope with them. This includes talking treatments like psychodynamic therapy.

As with my own approaches, it is common for therapist to be trained to integrate all types of modalities, allowing them to tailor any treatment to you.

What might I learn in therapy?

What you learn in therapy can be very individual. Some people may find they learn a lot, while others may find therapy less useful. You may learn about: Ways of coping – you may learn ways to understand and cope with traumatic memories, upsetting life events, difficult feelings, thoughts or behaviours Your thoughts – you may learn to become more aware of and thoughts and how they affect you Your feelings – you may feel more able to talk about and understand your feelings Relationship difficulties – you may learn to understand difficulties you are having in relationships To advertise please call 07725 908 728 or email info@dhplocal.co.uk

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client had confidence in Rona that she could achieve a much better outcome. In another case, a client was advised that they would only receive £10,000 from their spouse as everything else was allegedly tied up in a business. Upon further forensic investigation it transpired that there were secret savings, and that the business had a lot of assets, previously completely unknown to our client.

The end result was that the client walked away with a house with no mortgage, savings and part of their spouse’s pension.

Very importantly we don’t cost the earth. I have heard

people say that they must get to x firm before their husband or wife does, x firm is the best! Are they, is it right that you should be encouraged to fight over everything in order to give x firm more money?

X firms are often expensive because they build their cases up too much. Our attitude is to avoid this, to help you and your spouse to move forward amicably wherever possible.

The difference between a contentious letter from a solicitor and a moderate letter saying in effect the same thing can be thousands of pounds. As each party then starts to

take umbridge.

We are proud of the fact that only about 5% of our cases ever end up in contested court proceedings. Thus we are helping our clients to avoid the stress, cost and timescale of the court process. If it is necessary to take a case to court then you can rest assured that you will be well looked after by us. Our aim is to leave you and your spouse with your dignity and to allow you to move on with your lives as quickly as possible.

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Have you made Free Will Appraisal your Will yet?

If you haven’t made your will yet, here are some good reasons for doing so: Many people now cohabit instead of marrying, including same sex couples. They think that they will be provided for if their partner dies.

Without a Will your next of kin may inherit everything instead of your partner.

Do you have children from more than one relationship?

If so you need to specify how much of the estate they are to inherit and why.

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TECHNOLOGY

Tech for the new term

The best solutions for students and schoolwork t’s that time of year again: schools, colleges and universities are readying for a new term and parents are running around trying to get everything their children need. Increasingly that includes technology, whether that’s a basic laptop for younger children’s homework or an all-rounder for studying, social media and streaming video at home or in student accommodation.

It’s worth thinking about streaming video if your children are staying away from home, because you can get almost all the TV you want for free, entirely Google Chromecast legally, via the £30-£69 internet and most catch-up TV apps (BBC Iplayer does need a licence).

There’s no need for a pricey Sky or Virgin contract, just a decent broadband service.

If video is going to be a key thing, make sure whatever you buy has a good-sized screen or buy a Chromecast, which enables you to stream video from your computer to a TV. The best all-rounder is a Windows 10 laptop, and you’ll find lots of really good bargains from the likes of Dell, Lenovo, HP, Acer and Asus around the £400 mark.

There’s another option: tablets such as the iPad. Previously we’ve said they aren’t really ideal for serious 18 September 2017

iPad Pro 10.5” £619

Kindle Voyage (£169): the basic Kindle is just £59.99 and does the job perfectly well.

Dell Dimension laptop £369

work but that’s changed with the arrival of the iPad Pro, which is a genuine alternative to a powerful laptop. It’s pricey though (from £619) with another £159 for a keyboard cover or £99 for the Apple Pencil (£99).

In the unlikely event that your child doesn’t already have a phone, give Apple a miss unless you’re really fond of their Lenovo P2, products or around £300 don’t care about the cost: Lenovo’s P2 and the Moto G5 are both brilliant Android smartphones and cost less than £150 SIM-free. And if they need an e-reader, Amazon’s all-conquering Kindle remains the one to get - but you don’t need to buy the top-end

It’s worth checking your insurance policies too, especially if your children will be moving out for college or university. Your home insurance might already cover your children’s gadgets when they’re away from home, but don’t assume that’s the case - and if they do, check the excesses, which might be higher than the cost of repairing or replacing a gadget. The same applies to any contents insurance you may take out for your children’s accommodation.

Lots of companies have insurance policies specifically designed for students’ computers and smartphones, and sites such as money. co.uk enable you to compare the cover, cost and excesses quickly. We’d particularly recommend insurance that covers you for accidental damage: if something can be dropped, smashed or accidentally covered in liquid, it probably will be.

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VIRGO

By Astrologer Russell Grant

ARIES March 21st - April 20th At the beginning of September, you'll fall under the spell of an attractive newcomer. If you want to win their heart, be sure to stand out from the crowd. Your unique sensibilities and unusual ways will make an instant impression. On the 6th, the Full Moon will cause you to slow down and smell the flowers. This is a great time to visit a retreat and enjoy solitary activities. During the middle of the month, your work responsibilities will change dramatically. It's possible you'll be trained to take over for an important new role. The New Moon on the 20th will bring your attention to a nagging ache or pain. Go for a medical consultation as soon as possible. Treating this condition in the early stages will bring about a swift recovery. Be accommodating to a conventional friend at the end of the month. Forcing them to adapt to your methods will only make them unhappy.

TAURUS April 21st - May 21st A home improvement job will keep your spirits high at the beginning of September. You'll find all sorts of innovative ways to make your living space more comfortable and efficient. The Full Moon on the 6th will prompt you to attend a gathering or get together, perhaps against the wishes of your romantic partner. It's important to maintain ties with people who have loved and supported you for years. The sooner your amour understands what an important priority this is, the better. If you've been longing to buy a home, a relative could give you the money for a down payment toward the middle of the month. Be sure to express your appreciation. On the 20th, the New Moon will tempt you to take a gamble. Instead of risking your money or emotions, play it safe.

Otherwise, you could be heading for a bitter disappointment. A job you never expected to end will do just that as October approaches; be prepared.

GEMINI May 22nd - June 21st You'll get terrific feedback at the start of September. It feels wonderful to be appreciated by your friends and colleagues. The Full Moon on the 6th will bring a career matter to a successful conclusion. You won't be sure which direction to take after this door closes. Instead of pressuring yourself to take on more responsibility, enjoy your freedom. Your business or romantic partner will express anxiety over your relaxed attitude. Don't let their panic infect your calm. On the 20th, the New Moon may prompt you to look for another living situation.

Explore neighbourhoods that appeal to your desire for community. You're not suited to live in a place where people rarely meet and pass the time of day. The second half of the month will prompt you to decide whether it's time to break off an intense relationship. You may decide to opt for freedom over companionship. Your spirits will soar with the approach of November, which seems alive with possibilities.

CANCER June 22nd - July 23rd You'll be offered a unique opportunity to take a new creative direction. Your attentive approach will bring out the best in the entire team. On the 6th, the Full Moon will prompt you to break out of a stifling routine and further your education. Take this opportunity to explore the potential of new ideas and technologies Spending time with family will be rewarding at the middle of September. Don't be surprised if a relative gives you a generous gift. The New Moon on the 20th may bring some upsetting news about a work situation. Take the precaution of looking for employment elsewhere. Your boss will experience a great deal of pressure toward the end of September. Stay out of their way and weigh up your own options. Your first loyalty is to yourself and your family. Fortunately, your best friend or romantic partner will give you lots of moral support during this trying time. Lean on them when your courage falters.

LEO July 24th - August 23rd You'll be fairly and squarely in the spotlight at the beginning of September, which is just the way you like it.

Accept an opportunity to go on an exciting trip. The Full Moon on the 6th is perfect for a romantic getaway.

Enjoy an intimate outing with your amour. Are you single? You could meet someone special at a play, concert or movie. You'll feel a financial pinch in the middle of the month. This is not a good time to indulge your love of luxury. By the 20th, the New Moon will prompt you to accept an unpleasant job. You won't be given any creative freedom with this task. Instead of making your own contributions, follow instructions to the letter. You'll save yourself a great deal of heartache this way. Although your knowledge and skills are superior to your employer, they won't be appreciated. Don't feel pressurised into putting your name on this work if it embarrasses you.

VIRGO August 24th - September 23rd You'll receive a surprising windfall at the beginning of September. Use this money to upgrade your car, computer or phone. On the 6th, the Full Moon will prompt you to take a break from work and enjoy a romantic interlude. This is a great time to go on a minibreak with your loving partner or post a profile on a dating website. Clashes with a conventional family member will occur at the middle of the month. Instead of seeking this relative's approval, continue obeying your instincts. You'll never see eye to eye with those who can't see further than the end of their noses. The second half of the month will be perfect for developing a creative project. Someone who admires your work will ask you for a date. This could be the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Resist the temptation to push a friend into an important decision as October approaches. Give your opinion, but know that strong arm tactics will only cause resentment.

LIBRA September 24th - October 23rd The start of September finds you forming a powerful alliance. Your partner has tremendous artistic talent; you'll create some impressive work together. The Full Moon on the 6th will bring a rewarding job assignment. You'll not only enjoy the project, but appreciate your employer as well. Your warmth and generosity will attract an exciting educational opportunity toward the middle of the month. Taking a challenging course of study will give you the intellectual stimulation you crave. On the 20th, the New Moon will force you to step out of the spotlight. Working behind the scenes will dampen your spirits, but it can't be helped. Treat this situation as a chance to prove your ability as a team player. As the month draws to a close, you'll be forced to deal with a loved one's erratic behaviour.

Don't be afraid to issue an ultimatum. You deserve to be treated with respect. Anyone who thinks you're a pushover is in for a rude awakening..

SCORPIO October 24th - November 22nd You can reach new career heights at the start of September. Thanks to your willingness to pitch in wherever needed, you'll earn a big promotion. On the 6th, the Full Moon will tempt you to take a relaxing vacation. Heading off to a beautiful location by the sea will renew your zest for life. If you're single, you'll meet an attentive admirer on this trip. Are you already in a relationship? You'll feel like you're on a second honeymoon with your amour. The middle of the month warns against being too lax with your hard-earned cash. Invest in something that boosts your professional reputation, but stay away from expensive luxury goods. The New Moon on the 20th will mark some upsetting changes to your social circle. A long-standing friendship could fall apart at the seams. Instead of clinging to the past, keep your eyes trained on the future. You'll make a splash on social media as November approaches.

SAGITTARIUS November 23rd - December 21st The opening days of September could very well be highly romantic. If you're not in love already, you soon could be.

The Full Moon on the 6th will bring the end of a job well done. Give yourself a handsome reward for all your hard work. Your expertise will captivate a romantic interest toward the middle of the month, but won't impress a grumpy relative. On the 20th, the New Moon will bring an unpleasant work assignment and you'll have no other choice but to accept this job. The position will be lots of work for very little money. Try to fulfil your duties as quickly as possible so you can move on to better things. The final days of the month will make it difficult to balance your love life with your social life. Friends will demand your undivided attention when you would prefer spending quality time with your amour. Be honest about where your priorities lie.

CAPRICORN December 22nd - January 20th Exciting family news will set off a string of celebrations in the early days of September. Petty arguments will be set aside for the sake of fun. On the 6th, you'll get a chance to catch up on errands that have escaped your attention.

Take time out of your busy schedule to fill the pantry, pay bills and catch up on your correspondence. The middle of the month will bring some nice little career successes. Don't be surprised when you're awarded a cash bonus or an award. The New Moon on the 20th could signal some legal difficulties. It may be better to ditch a dispute than pursue it in court. Disruptions at home will make it difficult to focus on professional responsibilities. You might want to take a few days off to help a relative into a more stable living situation. Talk to a health specialist; they'll give you a variety of options.

AQUARIUS January 21st - February 19th An intense flirtation will make the start of September a stimulating time. Whether you're single or attached, you'll enjoy this playful give and take. The Full Moon on the 6th will find you looking for ways to market your creative work.

Whether you're selling a book, jewellery or furniture, you can make a nice little profit. Taking a relaxing break will be fun during the middle of the month. If you're looking for love, you could find it on a sun-drenched island. On the 20th, the New Moon will put some strain on your finances. Some unexpected expenses will force you to dip into savings or go into debt. Resist the temptation to borrow money from friends. You'll be much better off keeping your commitments on your own. The end of the month will cause you to exchange angry words with someone who has deliberately given you misleading information. Try your best to control your temper.

PISCES February 20th - March 20th An unusual moneymaking opportunity will arrive in the opening days of the month. You'll enjoy working for an offbeat company. On the 6th, the Full Moon will invite you to pamper yourself. Enjoy a spa treatment, gourmet meal, day away from work, or all three. An influential friend can help you get paperwork through a bureaucratic agency.

Don't hesitate to ask for help and advice toward the middle of September. The New Moon on the 20th could mark the beginning of an uneasy alliance. You won't be comfortable working with someone who lords their superior knowledge over you. It may be better to go your own way than try making this relationship work. Going solo will put a drain on your resources, but don't worry it will all work out for you in the long run. A windfall will arrive in the nick of time as September turns to October. Tighten your belt and keep the faith. Any problems and predicaments will soon sort themselves out.

HEALTH

Organ Donation Week

Alison Runham

rgan Donation Week (previously National Transplant Week) runs from 4th-10th September this year. This awareness week is vital because organ donation is still mired in myths. But it saves lives, and that life could be yours or that of a loved one.

96% of us would take an organ if needed. Yet only 29% of us are on the Organ Donor Register.

“People waiting for transplants depend on people being willing to donate their organs and sadly, on average, three people die every day across the UK due to a shortage of donated organs,” says Sally Johnson, Director of Organ Donation and Transplantation for NHS Blood and Transplant.

The Need for Donations In the UK, fewer than 6,000 people a year die in circumstances where they could become a donor and many are unregistered.

There are currently 6,342 people on the UK transplant waiting list.

During the last financial year, over 400 people on the waiting list died.

The most commonly transplanted organs are the heart, kidney, lungs and liver. But the pancreas and small bowel can be transplanted too, along with tissues such as corneas, heart valves, skin, bone and tendons.

Becoming an Organ Donor Joining the Register expresses your wish and legal authorisation to donate organs.

Everyone who is legally competent can register, irrespective of age and health. However, you cannot become an organ donor if you have Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), cancer that has spread in the last 12 months or HIV (although you may be able to donate to another person who has HIV).

Although children can register, their parents or guardians are still

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asked for consent before donation occurs – except for Scotland, where parents or guardians of children aged 12 and above can’t legally overrule their wish to donate.

Donation of organs usually occurs after brain stem death (permanent loss of brain activity) or circulatory death (irreversible loss of heart and lung function).

However, currently living donors outnumber deceased donors from either group. So, what’s ‘living donation’?

Living Donation In 2016/17, 950 people became living donors. Living donors can donate a kidney, a small part of their liver or discarded bone (after a replacement operation).

If you have a planned caesarean, you can donate blood from the umbilical cord after birth. This contains stem cells that can treat life-threatening diseases like leukaemia.

Living donation is particularly vital for the 5,000 people in the UK who need a kidney transplant.

Last year, more than 250 patients died waiting for a kidney. Donating your kidney straight to a recipient you know is called directed kidney donation.

“We hope people across the UK will get behind the week and the opportunity it presents to focus people’s attention on organ donation,” says Sally Johnson.

How to Register as an Organ Donor You can register online at www.organdonation.nhs.uk/ register-to-donate/ or at your GP surgery. You can also register when applying for a driving licence, European Health Insurance card (EHIC) or Boots Advantage card.

Wales adopted a soft opt-out policy in 2015. If you don’t opt out of organ donor registration, you’re presumed not to object to being a donor.

How to Donate Organs or Tissues as a Living Donor: To donate organs, contact the transplant centres listed at www.odt.nhs.uk/transplantation/ transplant-units-in-uk/ To donate tissues, contact the National Referral Centre on 0800 432 0559 or email: national. referral.centre@nhsbt.nhs.uk.

For more information, visit: www.organdonation.nhs.uk www.nhsbt.nhs.uk www.organdonationscotland.org (Scotland) organdonationwales.org (Wales)

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PETS

Pets’ Corner ips for Having Dogs and Cat live in Harmony.

Why does my dog want to chase my cat?

It’s very natural for a dog to want to chase a cat-they get a big thrill from this behaviour. It’s also very natural for a cat to expect to be chased by a dog. The cat running away triggers in the dog an even greater desire to chase. Each time expectations are confirmed you’ll have increased the chances of this happening again. Therefore it’s very important when integrating dogs and cats in the same household, that you put measures in place to ensure the novelty of each other wears off, without chasing ever happening.

Put up a dog gate/s around your home.

Putting up barriers in the form of dog gates around your home means that the chase, if it starts, is

Sue McCabe

interrupted and each animal can get used to each other without full on contact which may lead to bad habits being repeated.

The cat and dog can watch and see each other through the dog gates, without contact and without threat. Building your cat’s confidence that he won’t be chased is vital. Building the dog’s tolerance of being around the cat without chasing is also crucial. A dog gate is the best way to do this.

Make sure your cat has access to their usual sleeping, eating, and toilet spots.

I often visit homes where the cat has been living on top of furniture for months after the arrival of the new dog. This is so unfair on the existing cat. Make sure your cat can access her usual eating, sleeping and toilet locations without being interfered with by the dog.

Feeding cats on a height and placing beds up high also will

make the cat feel more secure and less under threat. It also avoids your dog eating cat food, which is very enticing but not good for their stomach.

Build quality time with the dog and cat together, where only good things happen.

With your dog on leash, and ideally two people, have one person manage the cat, the other manage the dog.

A word of warning about play between cats and dogs.

I am not a fan of allowing dogs and cats to play with each other. I don’t really want my dog getting a thrill from being physical with another species, especially one they may encounter randomly on walks. My dog could cause all kinds of trouble should he decide to play with a cat on a walk. This would include causing a road traffic accident, or resulting in harm to him or the cat in question. www.muttamorphosis.co.uk

RSPCA, Newcastle and North Northumberland he RSPCA Newcastle and North Northumberland Branch are based in Stannington, Northumberland. We find new homes for both cats and dogs at our branch, and always have many wonderful animals looking for new homes and fresh starts.

Mark Lynn at Newcastle RSPCA

This is a busy time of year for the RSPCA who have a number of Cats looking for new homes.

Ellie Tiddles

The Newcastle and North Northumberland Branch have a wide range to choose from; Such as the young and cuddly Ellie (photo 1) and Tiddles (2). The bold and independant Eddy (3) and Remy (4) To the injured but recovering Mr Osbourne - Ozzy(5)

Eddy

For further details on any of the animals call Mark on 07973 952575 or email rspca. newcastleadoption@gmail.com All animals can be met on an appointment basis, and Mark will be more than happy to discuss the animals and the adoption process.

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES

Local Clubs & Groups in your area Callerton Garden and Flower Club September - Wednesday 13 - Flower Demonstration by Julia London.

Date, Time and Venue of meetings: Date: We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.

Time: 2pm Venue: Ponteland Memorial Hall Lounge.

Visitors and new members very welcome.

Contact Marjorie Moore by email: marj.moore@outlook.com Creative Writing Beginners and more experienced writers are invited to join our creative writing workshop for inspiration, stimulation, constructive criticism and fun in a friendly and supportive group led by a qualified and experienced tutor. We meet on Wednesday mornings in term time in members’ houses in and around Ponteland. For further information or to arrange a free taster session, please email claire@claire276.plus.com or phone 01434 605 276.

Friends of Kirkley Hall - 2017 No Meeting in September, but do please look out for our October talk date in the next issue.

Venue and details for talks: Place: Northumberland College at Kirkley Hall (Blue Room) Cost: £4 for members - £5 for non members To book a place: ring 07551 974 955 or email: friendsofkirkleyhall@gmail.com For more information please check out our website: www.friendsofkirkleyhall.org Gosforth Ladies Choir ‘Wine, women and song!’ is a ladies’ choir. We sing for fun the wine helps - and don’t take ourselves too seriously. You don’t need to be able to read music but it helps if you can follow the dots going up and down on the page! If you can’t, but love to sing, do please come along anyway!

There are no solos or auditions - just a group of mums and some grandmas who enjoy having a go.

We meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, at 8pm in the extension of St Aidan’s Church on Brunton Park. £5 per session. Contact Kathryn - 07952 692 657 Hexham Ramblers Program September 2017 Sept. 3 - Whitley Chapel - NY927578 - 4.5mls - Anne - Allenheads - NY860454 - 10mls - Brian Sept. 10 - Middleton - NZ058852 - 7.5mls - Julia Sept. 17 - Rothbury - NU057015 - 10.5mls - Liz Sept. 24 - Fontburn & Greenleighton - NZ047939 - 8mls - Jill All walks start at 10.15am, unless otherwise indicated, and

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we meet at the start of the walk. We accept registered assistance dogs only. We encourage car sharing, so for help with transport or more walk details please contact our Walks Co-Ordinator Jill Bungay on 01830 540 173/07932 881 476 or by email at jillbungay@btinternet.com also visit our website: www.ramblers.org.uk/hexham Ponteland Inner Wheel Club We have a speaker, a cup of tea and a natter, then deal with any business.

Any ladies who are interested, will be very welcome to come to one of our meetings, as a guest, and if she wishes can join our Club.

Date,Time and Venue of meetings Date: 1st Tuesday of each month (except May & August) Time: 2pm - 4pm Venue: Merton Hall, Ponteland Please contact - Eleanor Carr on 01661 871 768 for further information.

Ponteland Ladies Choir We welcome new members. We meet on Monday nights at 7.15 pm in Ponteland Methodist Church, next to the traffic lights, and enjoy singing a wide variety of music.

Please contact either Brenda on 01661 821 704 or Rosie on 01661 871663 for more details. No auditions required.

Ponteland Local History Society - 2017 Look out for our 2017/18 (September - April) programme.

Membership is £6 per year Venue: Place and Time of meetings: Place: St Mary’s Church Hall, Thornhill Road, Ponteland Time: 19.30pm Cost: Free to members. Non members £2 per visit.

Enquiries: David Turner - Mobile: 07557 504 389 E-mail: 139dpt@gmail.com Ponteland Methodist Church – by the traffic lights Sunday Services: 10 am & 6.30 pm, all followed by refreshments.

Sunday: 10 am ‘The Bridge’ – modern worship Children’s activities: available at both 10 am services.

Monday: ‘Open door’ drop-in café, 1 pm - 4pm, soup/drinks/ scones/cakes/friendship Thursday: Toddlers House groups & Fellowship meetings, Walking, Carpet Bowls, Prayer & Fairtrade groups also Girls Brigade, Boys Brigade & MUCH MORE! - Contact Ann by Tel: or Email 01661 824 347 or anncooperx@gmail.com

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LOCAL CLUBS, GROUPS & CLASSES Ponteland St Mary’s Church Hall Line Dancing We have a lot of laughs, enjoying friendship and exercise to music. It is at Beginner and Intermediate level. New dancers always welcome with a free taster session offered.

Wednesday’s at 6.30pm - St Mary’s Church Hall The cost for ten sessions is £20 Contact - Rosemary Gray - 01661 822 493 Ponteland Ramblers Program September 2017 Sept. 10 - Greenleighton - NZ035915 - 8.5mls Colin Braithwaite - 01661 822 929 Sept. 24 - Ford - NT947376 - 7mls - Graham Snowdon 01661 820 737 Sunday Walks - Meet at 10.00am, unless otherwise indicated on the programme. Anyone not on our email circulation is advised to check the walk details with the leader.

Wednesday Walks - (2nd & 4th Wednesday in each month) Meet at 9.30am prompt. Usually half day local walks follows by an optional pub lunch. Occasionally half or full day walks travelling further a field.

For further details contact John le Rolland Tel: 01661 825 408 Meeting Place: Thornhill Car Park, Ponteland.

Walks are mainly circular by car pool to the start.

Ponteland Repertory Society Have been in production in Ponteland for 90 years.

Our next production is ‘THE KING AND I’ We welcome all, especially anyone with dance experience for a short piece within the show, also anyone who would like to join us to sing in the chorus.

Rehearsals Dates, Times and Venue:- start on Thursday September 7th - 7.30pm - 9.30pm and Sunday September 10th - 2pm - 4pm This will continue every Thursday evening and Sunday afternoon at the Memorial Hall, Ponteland.

For further information please contact Carole Davies on 01661 871161 or email at caroledavies9@gmail.com.

Preppies Youth Theatre All welcome especially new members. The ideal ages are 9 to 18 years old.

The Term Fee is £50.

New Term Date, Time and Venue:Friday September 8th - 6.30pm at the Memorial Hall, Ponteland.

For further information please contact Carole Davies on 01661 871161 or email at caroledavies9@gmail.com.

Ponteland Rotary Club Sept 3 (Starting 12.30pm - 5pm) - Annual Duck Race at Ponteland Park Sept 5 - 12pm - Club Business Meeting Sept 12 - 7pm - “A Comedy Evening” by Dr Ray Lowry Sept 19 - 12pm - “Gertrude Bell, the Desert Queen” by Anthony Atkinson Sept 26 - 7pm - “The Lan Valley Railway” by Roger Jermy Oct 15 - Sunday Event “An Evening with Graeme Danby and Friends” - a musical event with songs from the shows, musical theatre & Flanders & Swan. Venue - Britannia Hotel, 7.00 for 7.30pm. Tickets £15.00.

Venue: Place and Time of usual meetings (call for dates and titles of talks) Place: Ponteland Golf Club Times: 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month - 12noon 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month - 7pm Ponteland Rotary Club - Satellite Group The Satellite Group was set up 3 years ago and consists of a small group of individuals who manage to combine a busy work routine, while giving support to the Ponteland Rotary Club. They usually meet monthly, in the evenings (venue varies). They plan fund-raising events which have included a Comedy Night with 4 Stand-Up Comedians.

The Satellite Club have advanced plans for the Christmas Market to take place in the village of Ponteland on Saturday 2nd December 2017. Members of the public are very welcome to come along to any of the meetings of the main Club, or the Satellite Group. If you wish to come along, please email or phone Alan Hall to make arrangements.

Contact: Alan Hall - Mob: 07740 866 764 / Email: alanhalleef@msm.com Ponteland Village Bridge Club We would like to welcome you to join us at our friendly club for Duplicate Bridge.

During the evening we play about 20 boards and can organise a partner if you need one.

Place: Merton Hall, Merton Way, Ponteland.

Time: Friday evenings - 7pm.

For further information please contact Pete Ford (Chairman) on peteford24@hotmail.com or on mobile - 07739 208 308.

Ponteland Village W.I. - 2017 Sept 12 - We are welcoming Cowells who will be talking to us about gardening as well as a seed swap.

We meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm in St Mary’s Church Hall, Ponteland.

We have a diverse and fun programme, for more information you can contact us via email: pontelandvillagewi@hotmail.com or on our facebook page ‘PontelandVillageWI’. New members and visitors are welcome for a girly night with a difference (visitors £3 incl. cuppa and homemade treat).

Yoga Classes Felicity’s Yoga is suitable for beginners and those with some yoga experience. All classes have drop-in and block booking for discount.

Monday’s 10 –11 am in Ponteland Memorial Hall Wednesday’s 6 - 7 pm in Ponteland Middle School (term time only) Thursday’s 10 – 11 am in Ponteland Memorial Hall Monday’s 1.00 – 2.30 pm in St George’s Church Hall, Morpeth Monday’s 6.30 – 7.30 pm Great Whittington Village Hall More information available on www.felicitysyoga.com, felicitypullen@tiscali.co.uk or call Felicity on M: 07856 550 559

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Take steps to avoid nuisance and scam calls We need to be aware that this problem is widespread What is a scam? A scam is a scheme to try to steal money, personal information or data from a person or organisation.

Scams aren’t just a minor inconvenience to people.

Aside from financial loss, they can cause distress, misery, and even if a scam has been avoided, it can lead to a widespread loss of consumer confidence.

They can also happen to anyone.

The deception can range from pretending to be your bank to selling you goods or services that are fake or you will never receive. Other examples include; copycat government sites (eg charging fees for passport applications), ticket scams, computer scams (cold callers saying there is problem with your computer), lottery/prize draw scams, phishing scams (people pretending to be from your bank, or the police, or internet providers) smishing (inviting you to call a premium rate number) Not every unwanted call is a scam. Many are from legitimate companies who have purchased your contact information to make marketing or research calls. These “nuisance calls” can still be very annoying and distressing.

Only 5–15% of all scams are reported. There is embarrassment and shame around falling victim, and this can be hugely detrimental for those who have encountered a scam.

What can consumers do to tackle scams?

There are a few things that consumers can do if they suspect they’re the target of a scam: Get advice or Report a problem to Trading Standards contact Citizens Advice Consumer Service: 03454 04 05 06, or at www.citizensadvice.org.uk.

Report scams and suspected scams to Action Fraud: 0300 123 2040 or at www.actionfraud.police.uk.

Tell family, friends, neighbours so that they can avoid scams.

Telephone Register their number with the Telephone Preference Service at www.tpsonline.org.uk or 0345 070 0707.

They can also register a mobile by texting ‘TPS’ and their email address to 85095.

Report unsolicited marketing calls to the Information Commissioner’s Office – https://ico.org.uk/concerns/ marketing, or 0303 123 1113.

Use a telephone blocking service: Your provider may have a blocking service, call the customer service helpline to find out, or check out TrueCall - www.truecall.co.uk or CallBlocker www.cprcallblocker.co.uk.

Citizens Advice Northumberland Morpeth Office | 28B Bridge Street Morpeth | NE61 1NL Drop-in sessions Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 10am to 1pm For telephone advice call 03444 111 444 On-line help at www.citizensadvice.org.uk

Freeman Hospital......................................................0191 233 6161 Royal Victoria Infirmary Hospitl.....................0191 233 6161 Morpeth NHS Centre.............................................0344 811 8111 Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, Cramlington..............................0344 811 8111 Newcastle General Hospital.............................0191 233 6161 Nuffield Health Newcastle upon Tyne Hospital............................................................................0191 281 6131 Wansbeck General Hospital, Ashington..........................................................................0344 811 811

Doctors Surgeries Ponteland Medical Group..................................01661 825 513 Westerhope Medical Centre...........................0191 243 5800 Kenton Medical Centre........................................0191 246 1546

Chemists Boots - Ponteland.....................................................01661 823 405 Boots - Kingston Park..............................................0191271 5073 Parklands..........................................................................01661 823 532 Taylors Pharmacy......................................................01661 822 055 Tesco Extra - Kingston Park..............................0345 677 9483

Libraries Newcastle City...........................................................0191 277 4100 Gosforth..........................................................................0191 277 4100 Ponteland........................................................................01661 823 594

Community Centres Kingston Park Community Centre..............0191 286 9825 Great Park Community Centre......................0191 236 8196 Ponteland Memorial Hall....................................01661 822 603 Simonside Community Centre......................0191 286 5266

Local Council Newcastle City Council.........................................0191 2787878 Northumberland County Council................0345 600 6400

Police Northumbria Police: Non-Emergency....................................................................................101 Emergency................................................................................................999

Other Citizens Advice Bureau.03444 111 444 / 03442 451 288 Child Line...................................................................................0800 1111 Crimestoppers...............................................................0800 555 111 Samaritans.....................................................................0191 232 7272 National Domestic Violence Helpline......0808 2000 247 Victim Support...........................................................0808 1689 111 Gas Emergency.............................................................0800 111 999 Electricity Emergency..............................................0800 668 877 Northumbrian Water.............................................0345 717 1100

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List Of Advertisers Ancestry Family History - dajavue..............................11 Plumbing, Heating & Gas Futureplumb.......................................................11 Carpets Frost Carpets......................................................31

Health & Wellness Core Therapies..................................................11 The Northern Compass...................................7 Hotel/Restaurant The County – Hexham..............................1/15 Inventories and EPC NE Inventories and EPC................................13

Charity WECAN: We Enable Children with Additional Needs............................................1/5

Locksmiths In2Locks..................................................................9

Cleaning Services McIntyres Cleaning Services........................7

Photographer Rebecca Reay Photography..........................5

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Solictitors Emmersons Solicitors...................................17

Estate Agents Goodfellows.............................................1/12/32

Tax Advisers Peppercorn Tax................................................13

Garage Doors Newcastle Garage Doors & Shutters.......9

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1. Hook, Line And Sinker 2. Top Of The Morning 3. Somewhere Over The Rainbow

Children’s Puzzle Answers: 1. St Paul’s Cathedral 2. Millennium Dome 3. Tower Bridge 4. Nelsons Column 5. Buckingham Palace 6. BT Tower 7. Houses of Parliament 8. Wembley Stadium

9. London Eye 10. Royal Albert Hall There are 14 people on Henry’s bus.

The oldest building is St Paul’s Cathedral. It was built in 1697.

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