July 2015 by David Draper

Issue 123 - July 2015

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Dear Friends, Hello and a great big welcome as usual to the July edition.

This month in pictures...

If last months hobby article about flying drones has wet your appetite then take a look at our local radio control model and drone specialists, Steve Webb Models advert on page 4 and pop along to the shop in Frodsham for expert advice. This months article is a hobby that’s written in the stars - astrology. During July we had a brilliant time with friends at the Frodsham Charity Music Festival and also The White Lion Charity Family Fun Day and Beer Festival. Both were a huge success and raised lots of money for great causes. A massive well done to all involved. Les Harris Jewellers is hosting a special evening at The Old Hall Hotel on Friday 10th July with Emozioni & Hot Diamonds new Summer collection, more information is on page 11, the Les Harris team look forward to welcoming you. On page 19, Clare from Frodsham Flowers celebrates the expansion of her business which now includes the second floor, affording her the space to incorporate flower arranging classes, lovely gifts and cards and also a private area to discuss your floral requirements. And our centre page advertisers are two local businesses working in partnership, Rodgers Carpets and CB Interiors. Have a great July.

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Hobbies A Hobby That’s Written In The Stars By Kate McLelland We’ve all done it: taken a sneaky peek at the weekly horoscope column in our local newspaper or favourite magazine to see what lies in store for us. But the forecast is usually so general it could almost apply to anyone, in any situation. Even if it did apply to everyone born under your star sign, that means one-twelfth of the human race is sharing broadly the same experience as you. However when you look at astrology’s history – going back over thousands of years - you’ve got to wonder whether we should dismiss it quite so lightly? In the west, astrology as we know it today began in the second century AD although this system was a continuation of ancient Greek and Babylonian traditions. The problem with popular astrology is that it isn’t true astrology at all. The horoscope column that appears in your newspaper is based on the position of the sun at the date of your birth. It may be fun to read, but this narrow focus is like watching your television through a rolled up tube of cardboard. True astrology is based on not one, but three personal facts: the date when you were born, the place where you were born and the precise time of Please your birth. Using mention this data, Helsby an

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GELeration overlay COMCIT - the most advanced facials for ﬁngers help to treat acne scaring, ﬁne lines and & toes, wrinkles. Hydration, tauter and more Eyebrow shape rejuvenated skin, plus more! & eyelash tint £40 Full range of beauty treatments available

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Our Comcit Evening is the 7th July from 6pm Come along to see demonstrations and for more information.

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Garden & Grounds Maintenance Grass Cutting / Hedge Cutting Complete Maintenance Programs, including Lawn Treatments, Weed Control and Light Tree Work Landscaping Turfing / Fencing / Decking / Patios Brickwork Garden Walls, Re-pointing etc Paths / Gravel work Full Soft Landscaping

Open Mon - Sat with late nights Wed & Thurs

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Walking Your Dog Enjoying long walks together should be one of the highlights of dog ownership, but it can so easily turn into a nightmare if you’re constantly battling against a strong dog. With the best will in the world, being pulled from pillar to post by an over-exuberant dog is no fun, but there is one thing you can do that will limit this type of behaviour. Non-pull dog harnesses are designed to help you retain control, and train your dog to walk well on the lead.

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It’s a gentle way to encourage good behaviour, which can be reinforced every day.

Reasons why harnesses work • Harnesses of this type generally clip on to a dog’s collar, and by attaching the leash in this position rather than on its back, pulling power is significantly reduced. • Non-pull harnesses are gentle training tools which allow owners to reinforce good behaviour with treats and longer walks. Unlike choke chains, which were

popular in the 1980s, there’s no danger of the dog’s throat or neck being damaged. This can be a big problem, even with standard dog collars if the dog pulls too hard. • Harnesses like these are designed with extra padding to cover areas where friction might occur, such as underneath the dog’s stomach and legs where the skin is delicate. Dogs are extremely sensitive to the mood of their owners, so if you are happy and relaxed when out walking, the two of you will form a closer bond.

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OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK TO THE PUBLIC Mon - Fri 8.30am - 5.30pm Sat 9.00am - 5.00pm Sun 10.00am - 4.00pm Address: Mill Lane, Kingsley, Cheshire, WA6 8HY • Tel: 01928 789217

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D.T. Turner

The DIY Man No Job too Big or too Small Gardening / garden maintenance

Independent Funeral Directors of Frodsham

Grass cutting lawn feeding Block Paving ,flagging, decorative brickwork, garden walls, arches Brickwork repointing Pressure washing drives footpaths etc

Internal Work Decorating, coving Flooring [wood / laminate] Flat pack furniture assembled Full quote given before any work is started & fully insured

Phone Gary 07908607979 Email garyhill01961@gmail.com

Sympathetic and friendly approach 24 hours service, 365 days a year

Our Family Helping Yours 11 High Street, Frodsham, Cheshire, WA6 7AH

Telephone: 01928 735533

Established since 1978

J. SAWYER, 10 Station Avenue, Helsby, FRODSHAM, Cheshire. WA6 0AG

Tel:- 01928 725104

ROOF CONVERSIONS ROOFING REPAIRS STORM DAMAGE NEW ROOFS, SLATES & TILES FLAT ROOFS USING HIGH QUALITY FELT POINTING AND LOWERING CHIMNEY STACKS NEW VALLEYS AND LEAD WORK NEW UPVC PLASTIC FASCIAS PLASTIC CLADDING NEW GUTTERING POWER WASH & CLEANING OUT GUTTERS POWER WASH & MOSS REMOVAL

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Beautifully Re-furbished

Amoré and Mojito’s Bar - Restaurant - Party Venue 4-8 High Street, Frodsham WA6 7HE

01928 734884

Restaurant is open until 10pm

New Outdoor Furniture.... perfect for dining alfresco! Tempting Tuesday - Pizza or pasta dish plus a small glass of wine or 1/2 pint beer £7.50 pp

Lunch Menu 12 - 5pm Homemade soup served with warm bread £4.95 All day breakfast £5.00 Panini’s served with salad garnish & crisps £4.25 Freshly made sandwiches served with fries £4.95 Pizza & Pasta dishes £7.45

Soul & Mowtown Show

Saturday 5th Sept 8pm Alison Daily - Semi finalist on Britains Got Talent with Diva Las Vegas Advance tickets £11 / £13 on the door including hot buffet!

Thursday is Ladies Day / Night Two 4 One cocktails ’til 1am / 2 bottles of beer £5

All Occasions Catered for Weddings, Christenings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Funerals etc. Dinner or Buffet. Upstairs or downstairs in Amoré or Mojito’s Party Venue. FREE ROOM HIRE (20015/2016) if booked in July

Wedding Packages available from £1,000

2 Course meal £21 pp 3 Courses £24.50 pp Including a complimentary bottle of house wine Sun - Thurs

FREE entry into Mojito’s Every weekend

(Children’s parties not included)

Special offers / band details on facebook

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Problems with nail cutting, verrucae, callous, corns or in-‐growing toenails?

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Tel: 01928 731410

Put your feet first For all your foot healthcare needs in the comfort of your own home: Carol Wilkinson MCFHP MAFHP Foot Healthcare Professional

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A charity providing real hair wigs free of charge, to boys and girls that have sadly lost their own hair through cancer treatment. Are you interested in donating your hair? The minimum hair donation length is 17cm Open Mon 9.30 - 3pm Tues 9.30 - 4pm Wed Closed Thurs 9.30 - 3pm Fri 9.30 - 6pm Sat 9.30 - 4pm

Cut & Blow Dry £25 which will be donated to Little Princess Trust 19 High Street, Frodsham

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Mastermind your ﬁ ﬁnancial nancial future We provide an experienced wealth management service and offer specialist advice in a wide range of areas including: • Investment planning • Retirement planning • Inheritance Tax planning For further details contact Karen Jane Bushell on:

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“Hostelry for the Astute” Your Local Private Hire Company

● 6 Ever Changing Cask real Ales Serving the community with a professional and reliable service. • Seats 1-‐8 people • Airport Transfers • Race Days / Nights out • Corporate Accounts Fully Licensed, CRB checked, and insured. Pre-‐bookings only

● 1 Real Organic Cider ● Superb Restaurant - Quality Food at Pub Food Prices (See Website for this Month’s Menu). Specials Board Booking essential Jimmy’s Quiz every Sunday 9pm Play-your-cards-right jackpot £250. ALL Premier League games available live

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(phone to see which ones are showing) BELLEMONTE ROAD, OVERTON, FRODSHAM, WA6 6BS

TEL: 01928 733761

Stonehouse Farm New Pale Road, Manley Common (on The Sandstone Trail)

www.stonehousefarmbandb.co.uk Tel: 740586 Tel:01928 01928740586 Mobile: 07561515618 Mobile:07561515618 Email: stone_house_farm@yahoo.com Email:bushell@stonehousefarm.plus.com Open daily OpenOUTDOORS daily (incl.for covered area) forsoft teas, coffees, teas, coffees, drinks soft drinks and bottled water. and bottled water. Snacks including baked potatoes, Snacks including andbutties, sausage soup, bacon andbacon sausage butties, scones, crisps and chocolates. scones, crisps and chocolate.

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The Perfect Venue for every occasion

What better way to host a celebration than in our Premier Suite or Ambassador Suite overlooking the 18th Green. We can accommodate up to 60 People in our Ambassador Suite – 120 in our Premier Suite.

· Wedding Packages from £1750 · Christening Packages from £500 · Private Parties · Anniversaries · Funerals · Conferences

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FRODSHAM GOLF CLUB

Sunday Roast Carvery 1 course £5.95 2 course £7.95 3 course £9.95 Children under 6 EAT FREE from our childrens’ menu

Served 1pm - 6pm Book Online at www.frodshamgolf.co.uk Please 01928 mention Helsby to Hand when responding to adverts or Call 732 159

NORTHWEST SKIP HIRE LTD (RUNCORN BASED)

All sizes of skips - 4yd to 40yd roro Fast friendly service

WANTED - COPPER WIRE, PIPE, CABLE, PLATES, TANKS ETC All scrap metal wanted TOP PRICES PAID All types of waste removed including asbestos, p/board, Haz. waste SITE CLEARANCE & DEMOLITION

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● Hedge Cutting ● Patios ● Garden Walls ● Driveways etc. ● Scarifying & Aerating ● Jungle clearance Grit Salt ● Bushes/shrubs removed Service ● Tree felling & removal ● Stump Grinding Telephone: ● All garden waste removed 01244 376201 ● Fully insured. Mobile: ● Free quotations. 07427630210 ● Friendly reliable staff.

Tel: 01928 580166 Mob: 07792 244820

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Andys Lawn and Care

Caregivers

Looking for rewarding part time work? Are you tired of having to compromise on service quality… just to cram in more calls for your employer?

All aspects of joinery • Fitted Kitchens • Bedrooms • Windows & Doors • Fencing • Decking etc.

Tel: 01928 724622 Mob: 07740 374230

Email: eltonjoinery@googlemail.com

Would you like to work in an environment where team members are really valued and it’s recognised that delighted customers are the key to job satisfaction? Home Instead Senior Care is the world's leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people… and we’re passionate about the quality of the service we deliver. The expansion of our Frodsham & Halton office could be your opportunity to start one of the most personally rewarding roles you have ever had. These part time positions offer: • Competitive rates of pay • Flexible hours (with some evening and weekend work) • Paid holiday and mileage allowance • Opportunities to study for a QCF award Experience is preferred but not essential as industry leading training will be provided. However, you will need to have your own transport and share our commitment to deliver a quality service which improves the lives of our clients. To find out what it is all about call us on 01928 733020 or alternatively, email your CV to: halton.recruitment@homeinstead.co.uk For more information visit our website at www.homeinstead.co.uk/halton

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Digital Aerials supplied and tted Aerial repairs Multi - room installations Satellite TV links Moving home installations Digital Repairs No call out charge Free quotations

Call Martin:

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Keeping Healthy in the Sun by Pippa Greenwood There is something lovely about this part of the summer. The veg plot tends to be in overdrive and there are some delicious fruits cropping too. But sometimes your beloved flower beds and borders, pots and planters can be looking ever-so-slightly sorry for themselves. There is often a distinct mid-summer-flop. You planted up your flower beds and numerous pots and containers to make them look good but how can you keep them looking on top form for as long as possible?

toughened up enough by the time winter comes; this late growth is then very prone to frost damage. A tomato feed with a high potash level works well for anything that you grow primarily for the flowers so every time you feed your tomatoes make up a bit of extra feed and pop it onto flowering plants. I tend to buy concentrated tomato food by the mini-tanker full as this works out much more economical!

using scissors or shears as soon as their flowering period is over. Do this promptly and follow it with a good feed and you can often encourage a second, later flush of flowers too. If plants have become a little too tall or there has been a lot of rainfall they can literally flop over, clogging up the lawn on borders next to the grass, and generally looking a real mess. This is easily solved if you check that stakes and other supports are still doing their job and re-position them if necessary, taking care not to snap any flower stems in the process. You may even find that you need to add a bit of extra support or tie in a few of the taller or more wayward stems – the foam-covered wire works really well for this.

Make sure that everything is deadheaded regularly, both the faded flowers and if necessary remove the Regular feeding is essential, flower stem too. On soft particularly for anything stemmed plants you may be growing in a container. Often able to make to do it using crammed into a fairly small your thumb nail, but a pair space and with compost of sharp scissors or similar whose fertiliser content is often makes for the quickest, pretty well used up after a neatest and least messy few weeks, by July plants job. Do this as soon as the in pots can be close to At this time of year many flower starts to deteriorate so starving if you’ve not fed flowers succumb to common that no energy whatsoever them regularly. At this time diseases. This is how to deal is used to form seed heads of year I would still feed with them: and it will make a huge herbaceous perennials and difference to the performance annuals growing in open Powdery mildew: keep you see the plants put on ground too, but I suggest the plant well watered at over the next few weeks. I you resist the temptation to the base but avoid wetting am a great believer in the feed shrubs as these could the leaves and spray with ‘hair cut’ approach where be encouraged to put on a suitable fungicide if perennials are given a trim new growth whichTo will not be necessary advertise call: 01928 727 165 or email: helsbytohand@btinternet.com 42

Aphids: remove with a strong jet of water, introduce ladybirds or spray with an insecticide Leaf spots: just pick off the worst affected leaves Rusts: pick off the worst affected leaves, try to keep the foliage dry and spray with a suitable insecticide Caterpillars: pick off by hand or spray with a suitable biological or chemical control Keeping on top of these small problems is essential - regular checks should allow you to take prompt action, so avoiding too much damage occurring and often meaning that you do not even need to spray. Weeds tend to be growing rapidly too, so try to remove

these as they make for a lot of competition for water, food and even light. Pulling them out or hoeing them off when they are still fairly small is a much easier and more efficient way to deal with them than trying to pull out a massive, long-rooted triffid that has already done a lot of damage. If the weather is dry, regular watering will also help to keep your flower beds and containers looking their best. To minimise water wastage and the risk of those delicate petals becoming scorched, I suggest that you should only water in the evening or, if this is not possible, very early in the morning. A less frequent but thorough drenching is a

lot more beneficial than very frequent but light waterings. So, with a little extra TLC everything in the garden can still look gorgeous for a long while yet! Visit Pippa’s website Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood. com ladybirds & other www.pippagreenwood.com biocontrols, Nemaslug, for more useful tips. SoftTie, weeders, pop-up crop covers, , copper tape and lots more besides.

We offer: WeHighly offer: competitive rates • • New Highly competitive rates • saloon cars & MPVs • Corporate Airport Transfers • accounts • All New saloon carsaccepted & MPVs • major cards • Sports Corporate accounts • fixtures and • Online All major cards accepted • Quick Quote • events Sports fixtures and • • Online Online Booking Quick Quote • Race eventsdays • booking • Same Onlineday Booking • day courier • Same Race days • confirmation Same day booking • service Same day courier confirmation service We now have a new 16-seat Mercedes minicoach! Services include Services • Airportinclude Transfers

We now offer 4, 6, 8 and 16 seater vehicles.

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A. Worrall & Sons Fencing and Paving

“All Aspects of joinery Work Undertaken” Windows • Doors • Bi-Fold Doors Conservatories • Stairs Replacement Glass • Re-Rooﬁng General Repairs

Paths, Patios and Driveways Fencing, Gates & Decking For free estimates or advice call Antony or Ben on: 01928 724575 or 07787 124 057

Call for FREE Quote Tel/Fax - 01606 852071 Mob - 07912 531299 Cuddington Lane, Cuddington, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8 2TE

39, Talbot Road, Dunham on the Hill, WA6 0JW

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Established since 1986

CB Tiling A specialist in Natural Stone, Porcelain and Ceramic Tiling along with Wooden, Engineered and Laminate Flooring.

All Natural Stone, Porcelain & Ceramic Wall & Floor Tiles: Travertine Marble Slate Limestone Percelain Ceramic Re-grout and Cleaning Service Available

Wooden Effect Flooring: Rustic Oak Bamboo Parquet Engineered Floors Laminate

Complete bathrooms installed 6 years experience as a tiler based in Frodsham.

All work fully insured, No job to small, Call Chris for a fast and friendly quote

Telephone: 01928 731741 Mobile: 07743825118 Web: www.cburgesstiling.co.uk Email: info@cburgesstiling.co.uk

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Local Electricians, Gas Engineers and Plumbers Electrical • • • • •

NICEIC safety condition reports LED lighting and lighting upgrades Fire alarms and emergency lighting Consumer unit upgrades single phase and 3-phase Small works such as new sockets, fault finding and cooker repairs • Kitchen and extension wiring upgrades

Gas • • • • • •

(Natural and LPG)

Worcester boiler installers Boiler breakdowns and repair Boiler and gas fire servicing Landlord gas safety checks Gas pipe installation and gas leaks Gas cooker repairs and installation

Plumbing

• • • • • •

Bathroom upgrades Unvented and vented cylinders Small works such as taps, toilets and sinks Leaks and emergency repairs Central heating design and installation Replacement radiators, power flushing and magnetic filters

Call today on 01928 567759 or visit us online at www.trinergy.co.uk Specialists in electrical and gas safety

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Right Side of the Road

Taking your car on a holiday to Europe is a great way to avoid exorbitant airfares, hidden airport and airline costs and rip-off duty-free. And don’t get me started on airport crowds and stress. However, before setting off for the continent in your car, there are a number of boxes you should tick before you get behind the wheel. Here’s a very simple checklist… • Prepare the proper documents: Ensure all car documents are up to date, including the insurance papers and V5c ownership document. Take both parts of drivers’ licences for all appointed drivers. • Preparing the car for driving on the continent: Book an off-schedule MoT, it will throw up any mechanical or electrical problems to be

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attended to. In many European countries, it is illegal to drive with a broken exterior light for instance. Packing a full replacement bulb kit is worthwhile, too. • Take an emergency warning triangle (two in Spain) and a hi-vis jacket (some countries require a vest for each passenger, too, so check before you go). If you are driving in France, breathalysers are still on the legal list of items that you are required to have in the car, but there is NO FINE for not having them. • British cars should wear a GB sticker on the back to identify their country of origin, OR have Europlates bearing the blue GB symbol. • Headlights: You will also need to adapt your headlights to avoid dazzling oncoming vehicles. You can buy conversion kits, or your main dealer may be able to adjust the beam. Drive safely, have a wonderful time and remember – never drive faster than your guardian angel can fly.

By Wayne Gorrett

HILLSIDE GARDEN & TREE LOCAL FULLY INSURED TREE & GARDEN MAINTENANCE BUSINESS TREE FELLING HEDGE CUTTING / PRUNING

All rubbish removed or wood chipper available 4 Repaired o 4 Rebuilt o 4 Repointed o NO JOB TOO SMALL

LAWN MOWING & TURFING GENERAL GARDEN RENOVATION & CARE

CALL JIM GEMMELL FOR A NO OBLIGATION QUOTE

01928 727241 0770 3016488

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IT’S ALL HAPPENING AT .... MOUNTAIN VIEW

(OFF QUEENS DRIVE) HELSBY WA6 0BE

Cinema Club Every Wednesday from 8pm

01928 722314 / 733761 (daytime)

A WARM WELCOME TO EVERYONE Our Main Function Room features a large stage and is suitable for any occasion for up to 200 people. Our Lounge / smaller Function Room features a small stage equipped with microphone and speakers. It hosts The Best Blue Grass gathering every Thursday, suitable for all abilities, Tuition given. Just Bring Your Instrument and Join In! Bingo every Tuesday. Open Mic every Friday. This room is suitable for any function. The BEST Snooker Room in the area. Completely dedicated to snooker with two high class, well maintained tables. SUPERB Dart Room with three permanent dart boards.

● TV SHOWING ALL LIVE FOOTBALL ● ● POOL TABLE ● ● REAL ALES ● DOUBLES BAR ● ● FRIENDLY STAFF ●

THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

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MAN & VAN

ANY ITEM ANY DISTANCE

• HOUSE & FLAT MOVES LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE • HOME REMOVALS • FURNITURE & WHITE GOODS • HOUSE CLEARANCES • EBAY & IKEA COLLECTIONS & DELIVERIES • UNWANTED ITEMS REMOVED • SINGLE ITEMS COLLECTED & DELIVERED • STORE COLLECTIONS • FULLY INSURED / ITEMS BLANKET WRAPPED • FURNITURE & WHITE GOODS • NO •JOB SMALL NOTOO JOB TOO SMALL • Email info@allthemoves.co.uk

Elizabeth Arnold Sewing Studio

(Ikea, Currys, etc)

• FRODSHAM BASED • FAST RELIABLE SERVICE • LARGE MODERN VANS • 1-3 MAN CREWS

For a free quote call

07887 755827 anytime 01928 731756 after 6pm

Clothing alterations ● Bridal ● Curtains & Blinds ● Sewing Lessons ●

● Range of fabrics NOW in stock ● Sewing lessons - age 5 upwards ● Bridal, Prom, Gents, Ladies & Children’s alterations

● Curtains & Blinds made from customers own fabrics

● Soft furnishings

COMPLETE SECURITY SERVICE Est. 1983

Sewing Lessons in our purpose built studio.

One to one lessons available from £15 to £35 from beginner to advanced.

Domestic & Commercial Intruder Alarms installed to PD6662 STANDARD

Also small group lessons available most days. For children & adults.

Specialist in monitored systems City & Guilds qualified staff 24hour emergency service Award winning company

Open Monday - Saturday 11am - 4pm Sunday by appointment

72a Townfield Lane, Frodsham

Tel 01928 732549 www.cssalarmscheshire.co.uk

Established at Lady Heyes Craft Centre Kingsley Rd, Frodsham Since 2004 Phone Dawn: 07968

302884

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THE FRODSHAM TYRE CO. LTD

UNIT 1 THE FRODSHAM BUSINESS CENTRE, BRIDGE LANE, FRODSHAM, CHESHIRE, WA6 7HN

01928 733831

SPECIAL OFFER!

JULY ONLY!

FULL SERVICE £140.00** & MOT FIXED PRICE

FULL SERVICING

FOR MOST MAKES AND MODELS. FULLY INCLUSIVE **

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Excludes platinum plugs, please phone for details

£105.00*

£40.00 ** Terms & Conditions apply

TO GET ACCESS TO ANY OF THESE JULY OFFERS, PLEASE BRING ALONG TO THE DEPOT YOUR COPY OF THIS MAGAZINE

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Rodgers Carpets & For All Your Flooring Needs

Local Businesses wo

All major brands supplied and fitted by our expert fitters. EXCELLENT VALUE & FREE MEASURING

Traditional, Modern & Shaggies

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Wide Selection of Rugs

Fabulous Range of Carpets: Ulster Axminster Westex Telenzo Kersaint Cobb & many more!

Call: 01928 734545 E: info@rodgerscarpets.co.uk

ALL makes of ﬂooring in stock, including quality roll ends with up to 75% off RRP

104 Main Street, Frodsham, Cheshire Visit our website:

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& Interiors

orking in Partnership

What makes us different? Unlike other curtain retailers, we pride ourselves in providing a complete Interior Design service provided by Chris Blythe, a renown Cheshire based Interior Designer.

Avoid making expensive mistakes! Chris offers a friendly and professional service with over 30 years experience. Call for a FREE initial home visit and receive expert advice to transform your house into a home.

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Curtains & Blinds Wallpapers Paint & Colour Choice

Planning & Design New Builds Project Management

CB Interiors Call: 07718 446597 E: info@cbinteriors.co.uk

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KEN LEACH JOINERY & BUILDING

Why move when you can improve? ✓ NEW BUILD 1st & 2nd ﬁx ✓ LOFT CONVERSIONS ✓ GARAGE CONVERSIONS ✓ RENOVATIONS

LPW PLUMBING SERVICES Your local emergency plumber

● 24 HR PLUMBING ● BATHROOM INSTALLATION ● PLUMBING MAINTENANCE All work fully insured

✓ ALL JOINERY WORK

wiaps - water industry approved plumbing scheme

Mobile: 07710976362

Based in Helsby

Email: kenleachjoinery@live.com Facebook Ken Leach Joinery & Building

Call Lawrence on: 07738462315

APPLEGATE & CO. ACCOUNTANTS LTD SO MUCH MORE THAN JUST ACCOUNTANTS

Are you a business looking for some great advice?

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Our wide range of services include: Limited Company Accounts, Tax Return, Bookkeeping, Capital Gains Tax, Corporation Tax, Management Accounting, Payroll & VAT “It’s easy to get behind with the accounts when you run your own business. Applegate & Co. prepare my monthly accounts, act as credit control, chase my debts and look after my VAT returns and they always do it with a smile.” Helsby to Hand.

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Humanity could probably survive without LED barbecue lights or USB coffee cup warmers. But technology can help to keep us safe as well as keep us pampered, and a growing army of gadgets is designed to do just that. One of the most interesting safety gadgets is the £89 Nest Protect, a smart smoke detector. The Protect can tell the difference between burnt toast and a serious problem, and it can warn you of problems by sending a message to your phone. The Nest Protect is part of a growing trend of home automation, with both Google and Apple encouraging firms to make devices that connect to our phones and help keep us safe. That doesn’t just mean sounding smoke alarms and keeping an eye on our houses. It can also mean keeping your kids safe. The My Buddy Tag (£39) is a smartwatch that alerts you if your child starts to wander off, or if it’s submerged in water for more than ten seconds. It connects to your phone via Bluetooth and you can have more than one tag if you’re looking after more than one child.

smart bracelet (from around £40 via the US) are designed to share notifications from your phone, but they also have an alert mode that enables you to contact friends, family or colleagues in an emergency without having to reach for your phone. The US$120 Guardian Angel is based on a similar idea but takes a different approach: if you’re feeling uncomfortable you give it a little squeeze and it calls your phone so you can pretend you’ve been called away. Expect to see lots more such products as the interest in wearable technology increases this year, especially now the Apple Watch is on sale: developers are already working on health, safety and security apps for Apple’s wearable wonder.

you to remotely switch off anything you’d left on by mistake. Fitting your house with a bunch of WeMo switches isn’t cheap, but the price of this kind of product is already falling fast. It’s just a matter of time before internetconnected switches are almost as cheap as their traditional equivalents. Gadgets can keep you safe on the move, too. The Blaze Laserlight is £125 before you start adding accessories, but it might just save your life. It’s a waterproof, USB-chargeable bike light that uses a laser to project an image of a bike six metres in front of you. That means it warns pedestrians and drivers that you’re near, eradicating the blind spots that result in so many cycling injuries (and bumped pedestrians). LED lights that make bike wheels look like circular neon signs and paint that makes bikes shine brightly in the dark will go on sale later this year too.

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You don’t have to live in a 250-year-old house to enjoy the timeless elegance of Georgian style. Refined and uncluttered, its symmetry, proportion and classicism looks good in all kinds of homes, says Katherine Sorrell

By Katherine Sorrell

– in contrast to Victorian clutter. The centrepiece of a room would be a fireplace with a prominent mantelpiece, and then lovely floorboards, Turkish rugs, and furniture made from walnut and mahogany, with carved edges, stable and strong.’

This was, of course, the age of the master cabinetmaker: famous names such as Thomas Chippendale and George Hepplewhite. The general preference was for fine, small, light pieces made from rich woods, often It was the Georgians who made featuring decorative gilding, us modern? During the century marquetry or lacquer. If you or so following the ascent of can’t afford Georgian antiques, George I in 1714, our towns look for Victorian or Edwardian and cities, and homes and replicas. As for fabrics, cottons gardens, were transformed and and linens became extremely the inexorable rise of popular popular and a host of beautiful culture began. Perhaps it printed and woven patterns is part of a trend away from appeared, many of which pared-down minimalism in are still available, including favour of bolder colours, chintzes featuring large, bright decorative surfaces and more florals, bold stripes, Chinese intricate shapes, or perhaps it scenes and the monochrome is simply the appeal of classic images of toile de Jouy. On elegance – either way, it is not walls, either wood panelling or surprising that we find Georgian block-printed wallpaper would life and times, and especially be perfect, or paint colours its architecture and interiors, from the many historic ranges fascinating. on offer today. Georgian But what was Georgian style? ‘common’ colours included According to V&A curator off-white, stone, grey, cream Julius Bryant: ‘The prevailing and a wide range of earthy mood of the period is one of tones. Generally speaking, the classical revival, of symmetry, stronger the colour, the more order, balance, space and calm was toresponding produce, Please mention Helsbyexpensive to Handitwhen to

so some people added touches of pea green, olive, lemon or pale blue, while the very well off employed brighter shades such as pink, orange, straw, deep green, ultramarine and Prussian blue. At the start of the Georgian era homes were very poorly lit, but by the turn of the century gas and oil lighting was the latest thing for those who could afford it, though candles were still the norm for most. This meant that decorative light fittings became fashionable. Period lighting can be tricky to get right; either seek out good reproductions or stick to simple, timeless modern fittings that won’t clash with other pieces. In many older homes, panelledwood shutters look just right at the windows, but otherwise simple curtains made from a suitable fabric work well. The later part of the Georgian period saw the introduction of French rod curtains that drew horizontally – the forerunners of our modern curtains. Last of all, to really get things right, add one or two typical finishing touches such as classical busts or statues, romantic porcelain figures, lacquerwork screens, rococo silver and Wedgwood ceramics. And ensure that your rooms are arranged with an emphasis on order and symmetry. You will no doubt appreciate how this gracious and tasteful style has become an essential element in our interior vocabulary. Main Image - French Green no.187,an historic colour that was hugely popular at the end of the 18th and beginning of the 19th centuries, Mylands Paints, 020 8670 9161; www.mylands.co.uk. 59 adverts

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Brace Yourself It’s Time For Straight Teeth

By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk Even without the aid of Photoshop, most people in the public eye have straight, orderly teeth that meet correctly, unlike many people in ‘real life’. This isn’t luck; it’s orthodontic treatment. Orthodontic treatment isn’t all about appearance. It can improve your bite and speech, equalise tooth wear, and make good oral hygiene easier too. And with the advent of more discreet braces and easier payment options, it’s now more accessible and appealing than ever, with an increasing number of adults starting orthodontic treatment.

patient compliance can falter. Good oral hygiene can be difficult; stringy foods like lettuce and spinach may get stuck behind the wires, and crunchy or chewy foods are off the menu as they can bend or displace the wires or dislodge brackets. It’s important to follow your orthodontist’s cleaning tips, and to use any special tools or toothbrushes you’re given as instructed.

traditional braces. Treatment period: 12-36 months; most patients need 18-24 months of treatment. price: £1500-£4500. Average prices are around £2800. pros: Much more discreet than steel braces. They’re suitable for the majority of orthodontic cases. cons: Visible, but they often go unnoticed.

Fastbraces Fastbraces have a patented Traditional Braces triangular design and a Traditional braces (‘train heat-activated wire. Unlike tracks’) consist of steel wires traditional steel or ceramic which run through steel braces, which tend to move brackets attached to the outer the crown of the tooth first and surface of the teeth. the roots later, Fastbraces Let’s look at the popular Treatment period: 12-36 work to move the whole tooth choices. months; most patients need into its final desired position 18-24 months of treatment. Fixed AppliAnces from the start. This shortens price: Free if you’re under 18 Fixed orthodontic appliances the treatment period. and have a qualifying problem. remain permanently attached Treatment period: Typically Otherwise, £1100-£3600. to the teeth throughout 3 months-1 year, with an Average prices are around treatment. Although this average treatment time of 5-8 £2400. means compliance is good, as months. pros: Good compliance, but they can’t be removed, they price: £1990 to £3995, with not all patients consistently can sometimes break, and average prices around £2500. attach the elastics. Suitable mouth ulcers and irritation are pros: Fastbraces reportedly for the majority of orthodontic quite common. They consist of cause less sensitivity and cases. brackets attached to the tooth pain than traditional metal cons: There’s no getting and wires that are gradually or ceramic braces, and adjusted to move teeth into the around it – they’re highly are usually cheaper too. visible. correct position. Sometimes Treatment time is shorter and you may have to wear elastics ceramic Braces as Fastbraces are easier to (tiny elastic bands) strung Ceramic braces consist of thin adjust, orthodontic visits are between the brackets for a steel wires and clear brackets, also usually shorter. time to encourage the correct attached to the outside of cons: Not suitable for people movement, and To thisadvertise is wherecall: 01928 the teeth in 165 the same wayhelsbytohand@btinternet.com as who have jaw joint problems 727 or email: 62

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weeks. Treatment period: 3-12 months. price: Smilelign prices range from £750 to £3000, averaging around £1800. Invisalign prices range from £1500-£4500, averaging around £3100. pros: Because the aligners are removable, you can brush your teeth as you normally would. Virtually invisible. cons: They need to be removed before eating and drinking, as chewing and hot drinks can distort them. They may cause minor speech distortion. Only suitable for mild to moderate cases. All braces can cause some discomfort, and there may be some mild temporary pain after changing your aligner or having your brace tightened. But it’s worth it for the final result.

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Motoring Ford Mustang By James Baggott

It’s a car that buyers in Britain have been desperate to get their hands on for years, but is the Ford Mustang any good? JAMES BAGGOTT reports

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under five seconds and go on to 155mph (limited). Oh, and it sounds good... the Ecoboost, not so much.

Well, you can see the European What’s the spec like? influence here, because it’s It’s not bad, but we can’t help not all about a V8 - there’s a feeling it lacks the glitz of rivals. 312bhp 2.3-litre four cylinder What is it? The multimedia system is easy Ecoboost option too. We know A large American hamburger, to master, but a little fiddly on that feels like sacrilege - and served up in a European the move and some of the to be honest, it really is - but if baguette with double side of buttons lack a quality feel. But you actually care about CO2 Across The Pond Cheese. then this car is priced extremely in a Mustang (you shouldn’t) it This is the car we’ve all been competitively - the V8 is a fiver produces 179g/km and if mpg waiting for in Europe - well, at under £33k, which for a V8 is a keeps you up at night (also, it least it is if you believe Ford’s relative bargain. Specification shouldn’t) it’ll return 35.3mpg. marketeers. There’s little includes 19-inch alloys, xenon That said, choosing the doubt the Mustang has a cult headlights, nine-speaker sound Ecoboost would be like opting following - that comes with system and Ford’s clever voice for a salad in McDonald’s a 50-year history and more control SYNC2. Ford tells us - everyone will laugh at you movie appearances than Clint 80 per cent of its customers - so instead the 415bhp V8 is Eastwood (probably), but is that ticked all the other options on the only choice. It’s thirsty (as enough for it to win the battle the specification sheet which it should be) at 20.9mpg and against something like an Audi include comfy Recaro seats and kills many, many trees with A5? The Blue Oval thinks it is upgraded Shaker audio system. emissions of 299g/km, but this and insists this new car has is a Mustang and ordering it been designed with our unique Any rivals? without a V8 should result in tastes in mind. Already, 2015’s This is where it gets a little capital punishment. It’s quick allocation of 1,200 cars has complicated. Ford insists the - it’ll01928 hit 60mph a shade been sold freely call: To advertise 727 in 165 or email: helsbytohand@btinternet.com Mustang ‘has no rivals’. The 70 and the maker

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as far to say that buying an Ecoboost should go down as a very bad life choice indeed. The V8 on the other hand feels like a different car. It sounds like a Mustang should and has the pace to match. The steering is a little light and the manual gearbox notchy, but they’re foibles you’ll probably put up with in the V8. The fastback is by far and away better looking and better to drive than the convertible too, so go for that.

The verdict

while the V8 is fun in an American muscle car kind of way. But how many buyers want an American muscle car? We’d hedge our bets and say not very many. The Mustang might work on the streets of San Francisco, but will it have the same effect on a wet Scarborough seafront? We’re unsure. The ace up its sleeve might just be the price - at £32,995 the V8 is a lot of car for the money. But that still wouldn’t make us buy one.

We wanted to love the The Knowledge Mustang, we really did, but Model: Ford Mustang 5.0 V8 like an annoying aunt it’s really Well, it’s an acquired taste to Price: £32,995 quite hard. We can see why be sure. It’s big and feels it, it appeals to Mustang fans with a long nose that we found Engine: 5.0-litre, V8 - especially now in right-hand hard to place comfortably on Power: 415bhp, 524Nm drive for the first time - but the road. The Ecoboost engine 0-60mph: 4.8s beyond them we just can’t see particularly failed to impress. Top speed: 155mph (limited) who’ll buy it. The Ecoboost It makes an unpleasant noise MPG: 20.9 looks good on paper, but on the and lacks the thrills a Mustang Emissions: 299g/km road it’s a big disappointment really should deliver. We’d Helsby go 71 Please mention to Hand when responding to adverts

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From currency exchange to travel insurance and car hire, it’s possible to significantly cut the cost of holidaying abroad. Here are a few tips to shave a little off your holiday spend.

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The fees typically charged by credit card companies are: • Foreign exchange fee: generally 3% of the amount converted from sterling into a foreign currency. • Cash withdrawal fee: between 2% and 3% of the amount withdrawn The availability of ‘specialist’ credit cards with no, or low fees, allows you to avoid these charges when you go on holiday. The Halifax Clarity credit card is a good example. At the time of writing there’s no charge for spending abroad with this card, and no cash withdrawal fee. It’s accepted anywhere that displays the MasterCard symbol. Interest will still be charged on cash withdrawals from the date you take the money out, however, until the day it’s repaid in full. Even this fee can be reduced if you’re prepared to pay off the balance via internet banking while you’re away, or if this isn’t an option, as soon as you get home.

with money before you go. The balance gradually decreases as you spend, but can be topped up again as and when you need it. With these cards the exchange rate is always set by the card provider, and applied when the card is loaded rather than each time you use it. This could work for or against you, depending on fluctuations in the foreign exchange market. If you’re thinking of purchasing one of these cards and the rate suddenly improves, you’ll be taking advantage of a strengthened Pound. Equally, you could lose out if the rate improves again later.

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Buying well in advance of your holiday is the best way to save money on holiday insurance. Consider: • Whether you are planning to take more than one trip abroad during the year. If so, a multi-trip insurance policy would be the most costeffective. • Where you are travelling you’ll have to choose between worldwide or European insurance. • If you’re likely to be participating in any risky sports such as scuba diving, the policy may be loaded with an extra charge. Prepaid Cards Booking your travel insurance via responding the internet to Prepaid cards aremention pre-loaded Please Helsbyindependently to Hand when

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There are several ways to save money on hiring a car: • Book early to get the best deals • Include car hire in your package deal • Organise your own Collision Damage Waiver add-on Many hire car operators adopt a ‘hard sell’ approach in relation to CDW when you pick the car up, as this is the way they make their profit - by selling add-ons to ‘basic’ insurance.

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Rio de Janeiro Iconic Peaks By Solange Hando On the western shore of the Atlantic, Rio enjoys a superb location in a spectacular bay dotted with over 130 islands. Pristine sands meander around the coast, mountains rise all around and two mighty peaks compete for some of the most breathtaking views on the continent. At the heart of the city, Corcovado, the ‘hunchback’ , soars 706 metres above the Tijuca rainforest, widely regarded as the world’s largest urban National Park. There are streams and waterfalls, wild life and tropical plants and a rack railway climbing through lush scenery, with barely a whisper, to the top of Corcovado. Stretching for 3.8km, it was inaugurated in 1884 by Emperor Pedro II.

outstretched, encompassing everyone in a divine blessing. Rising to 38 metres and built with reinforced concrete covered in soapstone, the statue was inaugurated in 1931, the work of celebrated French sculptor Paul Maximilien Landowski, in collaboration with Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa. Following a lightning strike, a massive restoration programme was undertaken in 2010, involving 100 workers and some 60,000 pieces of stone from the original quarry. Today, with his finely pleated gown and shoulder length hair, the Christ stands as good as new, unperturbed by snaphappy visitors striking a similar pose, somewhat irreverently, at his feet.

for many visitors, it’s more impressive than the crowded Corcovado. There’s no railway on the sheer rocky slopes of the Sugar Loaf but two cable cars. The first one takes you up to Morro da Urca, a 220m outcrop where you feel the views couldn’t possibly get any better. But those who dare, head for the final near-vertical ride to the top. Up there, it’s a true bird’s eye view, the marina glistening far below, the city snaking around the coast fringed with white sands, the lush mountains and rocky peaks and myriad islands sprinkled around the bay. The ocean breeze clears the air and forested trails you never knew were there invite you to stroll in the shade and spot tropical birds and butterflies. But in the late afternoon, the best place to be is on the open platform for one more unforgettable view of Rio in full daylight . Then comes the most magical moment of all, when the last rays of the sun sweep across this amazing ocean and mountainscape and just a stone’s throw away, the mighty Corcovado turns to gold as the Redeemer smiles on one of the most beautiful cities on earth.

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Alzheimer’s Training and Dementia Family Workshop This free session will provide people with the awareness and information about dementia and focus on improving the inclusion and quality of life for people with dementia. The workshop will also include an Introduction to Alzheimer’s disease and Other Dementias; Activities to Encourage Engagement; Techniques to Manage Behaviour and the skills, knowledge and tools to support people to help individuals, with dementia, to live well in the community. Date Venue Thursday, 23rd Home Instead, Office 5, Fraser House, July 2015 Bridge Lane, Frodsham, WA6 7HD (opposite Chinese Delight Restaurant)

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St. Pauls Church, Helsby Invites you to their Summer Féte and Strawberry Tea at St Paul’s Vicarage Saturday 4th July at 3.30pm There will be a raffle Admission is £5 for adults £2 children

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Frodsham Community Centretainments Group are planning a Singathon to be held on Saturday 27th February 2016 at Frodsham Community Centre. It is our intention to have a wonderful community-wide event to celebrate the joy of singing and music. To involve all age groups, from school groups to senior choirs, and to include all types of music from pop to jazz, classic to folk. A 12-hour singing event for everyone to join in and sing. We are now recruiting choirs, bands, groups, and individuals who would like to entertain the people of Frodsham for an allocated time during the day. In addition to singing, we need skills in marketing and IT, experience in staging events, or help with running a ‘café’ during the day, as well as lots of opportunities for volunteering. For more information or to sign up to sing or help, please e-mail Jean on singathon@frodshamcc.co.uk.

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FRODSHAM WIND FARM AND ITS COMMUNITY BENEFIT FUND (CBF) £3m WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR COMMUNITY BENEFIT. HAVE YOUR SAY !! Peel Energy report that good progress is being made with access tracks to the 19 turbine wind farm now being constructed on Frodsham Marshes. A‘wildlife’ area has been created and Cheetham Hill Construction Ltd are operating a ‘local employment scheme’. Delivery of the turbines is due February 2016 and the completion date is September 2016. In July 2015 Peel Energy will provide more information about construction of the wind farm and will seek opinions about who should run the CBF and how the £120K available per annum for 25 years should be spent. Signiﬁcantly local CW&C councillors Lynn Riley, Andrew Dawson and Ralph Oultram, who support Frodsham Transition Initiative (FTI) and Kingsley Transition Initiative (KTI) want the people of Frodsham and surrounding communities to be involved in how the CBF money should be spent. Following the FTI Energy debate in March 2015, the interest of FTI and KTI in being included in plans to establish a community panel for the purpose of discussing, governing and administering the CBF has been registered with Peel Energy. Therefore, at forthcoming meetings, it will be proposed that both FTI and KTI encourage Frodsham Community Association and Kingsley Community Association to link with other local community associations to oﬀer themselves as a key partner is helping to decide how the CBF should be managed. Frodsham Foundation is also considering the role it wishes to adopt in this process. If you wish to support FTI or KTI in this activity, please email allanarthur@btinternet.com or text 07785 341361 AND HAVE YOUR SAY!! FRODSHAM SINGS COMMUNITY CHOIR NEWS UPDATE The Choir is now well established with new members from all over the local area. We are rehearsing for our next performance at the Frodsham Festival on Sunday 12th July. Our time is 2.30pm so do come and support us and the Festival... ABBA , Folk and Rock ‘n Roll are just some of our show pieces. Other events are planned and please contact us if you would like us to sing at your local event. From Saturday July 4th our rehearsal venue will change to :- Frodsham Community Centre, Fluin Lane. Saturday mornings 9.30-11.00. Adults of any age and ability are welcome to join our friendly group, no auditions...it’s just for fun and we have a very good social life as well. Contacts:- e-mail Christine: frodshamsings@outlook.com, phone Carol on 01928 787312, follow us on Twitter @frodshamsings or visit our website: www.frodshamsings.org

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Hornsmill Primary School in Helsby launched Science week with a Peculiar Potting competition as home learning over half term. Imaginations ran wild as various objects were adapted into planters. Footballs, handbags, toys, umbrella, guitar, pedal bin, toaster and even a rubber glove and potty! Each child entered and here are some of the results. Pupils were also involved in many exciting science experiments and parents took part in a giant sunflower sunflower planting planting garden garden party!! party! giant

Hang on to your hats, 8000 W.I. members head for the Palace! Frodsham W.I. was lucky to have three members representing it at the W.I. Centenary Buckingham Palace Garden Party held on Tuesday 2nd June. Pictured are Vivien Shaw (President) and Kate Cawley (W.I. Craft Judge) also present was Cath Stone (Chair of the Weaver Vale W.I. Group) The weather was mainly overcast and windy with fascinatorâ€™s and hats bowling across the Queenâ€™s back garden, however, the sun shone later in the afternoon as 8000 excited ladies collected their dainty afternoon tea and settled down to listen to a military band playing selections from well known musicals. The Garden Party was hosted by Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall and Sophie, Duchess of Wessex. W.I. ladies clustered around the royal party in high excitement causing some of their security men to look rather jumpy. To let you into a little secret, a royal cucumber sandwich also contains mint leaves and is very tasty.

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Weaver Words 2016 needs volunteers NOW! Weaver Words, Frodsham Literature Festival, is set to return for another five day festival in April 2016 and organisers want to recruit new volunteers to help. The festival is run by a small dedicated committee but they would like more volunteers to join them to assist with vital tasks such as publicity, the box office and liaising with schools to promote a children’s writing competition. This will be the third Weaver Words Festival and the plan is to incorporate the same popular mix of speakers, performers and workshops as the previous two festivals. A children’s story writing competition and an adult flash fiction completion are also set to make a comeback. Festival chair, Sue Zlosnik, explained: “The last two literature festivals have been hugely popular with adults and children alike. “We are now beginning to formulate plans for the next festival and we would really benefit from the injection of new, enthusiastic volunteers and fresh ideas.” If you would like to help promote books and literature in Frodsham and want to get involved in the organisation of the next festival, please contact Sue Zlosnik on 01928 730139 or email: sue.zlosnik@gmail.com .

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WELCOME FROM ST. LUKE’S CATHOLIC CHURCH FRODSHAM Parish Administrator Fr. Isidore Madueke Mass times: Saturday (Vigil) 6.00 pm Sunday 10.00 am 5.30 pm Benediction & Evening prayer Week days 9.30 am (Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri) Morning Prayer is said before each Mass at 9.15 am 6.15 pm (Tuesday). Feasts in July Fri. 3rd. St. Thomas, Apostle Sat.11th. St. Benedict, Patron of Europe Sat. 25th. St. James, Apostle See the parish web page for further details: stlukesparish.org.uk Codeword 16 2 4

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Index of advertisers Accountants / Tax / HR agp 12 Applegate & Co. 52 Accomodation Stonehouse Farm B & B 36 Alarms & Security Complete Security 48 Aerial Engineer/Sky TV Latham Aerials 41 Weston Aerials & Security Systems 16 Architecture / Design Cheshire Planning Solutions 10 Scott Architecture 8 Beauty / Holistics / Tanning Serenity 27 Brewery Frodsham Brewery 82 Builder / Merchants /Joiner / Plastering BB Construction 46 Elton Joinery 40 Frodsham Plastering Services 10 Ken Leach Building & Joinery 52 Mad Jak Joinery 82 More Than Loft Ladders 10 MP Building & Joinery 78 Oakley’s Joinery 44 Tim’s Plastering 28 Butcher / Farm Shop Forresters 31 Car Repairs /MOT/ Tyres/ Valeting Frodsham Tyres 49 JPW Body Repairs 72 O’Neil Dent Repair 22 Cleaning CJD Window Cleaner 80 Sparklean 24 Spotless Cleaners 8 The Carpet & Oven Cleaning Co. 6 Walmsley & Co. Window Cleaning 66 Computing / Website & Graphic Design Riley IT 18 Dentist Main Street Dental 63 Education Kumon 16 Electrician Cheshire Boiler & Electrical Services 37 Electrical Wholesale Supplies 18 Frodsham Electrical Services 24 KDE Ltd 1 Trinergy 45 Woodhouse Plumb & Electric 14,15,64&65 Estate / Letting Agent / Houses for Sale Your Move Andrew Hayes 92 Fencing / Paving / Driveways AC Fencing Contractors 5 Antony Worrall & Son 44 Financial / Mortgage Advisor Karen Bushell Wealth Management 35 Paul D Clarke FPC 74

Flooring Kingsley Carpets 56 Rodgers Carpets & Interiors 50 The Little Carpet Shop 69 Florist Frodsham Flowers 19 Funeral Directors / Monumental Masons DG Baines 74 DT Turner 32 Laurence Jones 77 Furniture / Kitchen / Bathroom / Beds A - Design Kitchen & Bathrooms 22 Curtains of Frodsham 58 Kingsley Carpets - Beds 57 Matt Finish 80 NYK Kitchen, Bedroom, Mirror Doors 86 Panda Blinds 72 The Bathroom Restorers 85 Unique Design Kitchen & Bathroom 73 Garage Doors Pennine Garage Doors 72 Gardening Andy’s Lawn and Care 40 Cutting Hedge Garden Services 6 D & N Garden Products 25 David Edwards - garden & groundwork 66 Fearn Landscapes 78 Hazelwood Landscapes 28 Hillside Garden and Tree 46 WOW - Design 68 Hairdressing / Barber Concept Hair 20 Hair by Design 35 Headlines 28 Health / Care Feet First - foot health care 35 Home Instead Senior Care 40 Loud and Clear - ear syringing 16 Niagara - Medical Therapy 99 Interior Design CB Interiors 51 Jewellers Les Harris 11 Ladies Fashion Oro 23 Odd Jobs / Property repairs Cheshire Handyman 24 Frodsham Handyman 76 James Gribbin 36 JL Moston - Maintenance & Joinery 22 Odd Jobs - John 86 The DIY Man 32 Total Home Solutions 12 Off-license Elton Booze 13 Painter & Decorator Roy Lamb 68 Steven Bishop 30 Pest Control EEK Pest Control 12

Pets Ashcroft Veterinary Surgery 54 Cheshire Pet Sitting 30 K9 BRATS 54 Picture Framing and Art Weaver Gallery 58 Plumbing & Heating Ark Services 71 Cheshire Boiler & Electrical Services 37 Gasmarc 76 Indigo Heating, Plumbing & Gas 81 KDE Ltd 1 LPW Plumbing Services - 24HR 52 M.Bunting Plumbing & Heating 78 Plumb Direct 68 Trinergy 45 Woodhouse Plumb & Electric 14,15,64&65 Radio Controlled Models / Drones Steve Webb Models 4 Removal Service All the Moves 48 Man and Van - Ben Hirst 8 Restaurants / Pub / Function Venue Amoré Bar - Restaurant 33 Best Western Forest Hills 16 Eccies Club - Bar 47 Frodsham Golf Club 38-39 Mill House Café 55 The Bull’s Head 36 The Hornsmill 28 The White Lion 21 Roofing All-Mighty Roofing 89 Altitude Roofing 32 JNF Roofing 83 P Turner Roofing 18 Total Roofline Solutions 20 Sewing Alterations & Lessons Elizabeth Arnold 48 Skip / Scrap Metal NW Skips 40 Solicitors Collaborative Law 7 Sport & Leisure Cambridge Diet 2 Taxis Cheshire Travel Services 43 Frodsham and District Taxis 100 Kingsley Travel 36 Turners Travel 74 Tiling / Tile Showroom CB Tiling 44 Windows/Conservatories/Canopies Fairview Windows 60 - 61 Kelsall Windows 87 Wrought Iron Work Dunham Hill Smithy 4

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TAXIS

CHEAPEST IN THE LOCAL AREA Airport run prices fora1-4 seater To From area Manchester Frodsham Runcorn Helsby Widnes Elton

To Liverpool

£28 £28

£20 £20

£28 £28

£20 £20

£28 £28 £35 £30 £30 £30

£20 £20 £20 £20 £24 £24

Airport run prices for a 5-8 seater To From area Manchester Frodsham Runcorn Helsby Widnes Elton

To Liverpool

£38 £38

£28 £28

£38 £38

£28 £28

£38 £38 £40 £35 £40 £40

£28 £28 £25 £25 £30 £30

Returns from Manchester Airport will incur a £2.80 Car Park Charge Drop Off and Pick Up for Liverpool Airport will incur a £2.00 Car Park Charge

Silver Service for Executive Travel please enquire

All above prices are on a one-way basis, return prices should be doubled and conﬁrmed at time of booking

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