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Duo’s Marathon effort for charities

John Randall raised £3,500 for visually impaired children.

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Contents – June 2018 What’s On

Welcome

WELCOME to the June edition of the LINK. Wow! Wow! Wow! Thank you all very much for all the wonderful messages I have received from readers and advertisers saying how much you love the new A4 Glossy LINK. I can’t tell you how important it is to me to hear such positive comments.

Of course many of you will remember that The LINK started off as an A4 glossy back in 2006 so, as I said last month, it’s back to the future!

Obviously I can’t list them all but thought I would share a few of your lovely messages: Hi Moira, mazel tov, just love the new look Link! Mal I would just wish to say how much I like the new magazine. It is a pleasure to read.The information of forthcoming events is just what is needed as other publications often give pictures of events that have already taken place.Well done to the LINK team. Sylvia Hi Moira, Congratulations on the new look LINK. It’s fab.

Oh everyone at the salon just loves the new mag Moira. Loads of compliments.Well done you. Lynne Well done! The new mag looks amazing. Sue Hi Moira, loving the new LINK magazine. Well Done. My clients in the beauty salon think it’s great.

Lesley Just to say I love the new look LINK. Good luck you deserve it for all our hard work. Stephen I could go on……….but enough about that! I am so happy that you are all loving our new Pap Your Pets page.

We loved looking over all the great pics of your beloved pets.

Keep ‘em coming folks and don’t forget to let’s know what’s going on in your area.

Enjoy the sunshine and have a great June.

See you all next month, Moira

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CHILDWALL in Bloom will be holding their seventh annual Open Garden Event and Plant Sale at Liverpool Hope University, Taggart Avenue, Liverpool 16, on Sunday June 24 from 2pm to 4pm.

Admission is free and afternoon tea, scones and cakes will be served.

Our volunteer gardeners will be on hand to answer your questions about the plants in your garden and in our floral displays

around the Childwall area.

There will also be a plant sale, which has been a very popular feature of our previous events, and music from local band Benchmark.

Please come and support Childwall in Bloom – all proceeds will go towards the planting and maintenance of the tubs and planters in the neighbourhood and you will be helping our community blossom!

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Know Your Blood Pressure Day 2018

Pictured : Keith and Debbie, George Murphy 73, his son Jeff Murphy, Jeff’s two sons Dan and Paul and last but not least is Paul’s son, Louie age nine.

Group raises funds for charity at Hope Mountain Hike LOCAL businessman Keith McGowan of Old Swan Fireplace Centre Prescot Road, Old Swan and his partner Debbie Murphy along with four generations of Debbie’s family recently undertook the 12th Annual Hope Mountain Hike to raise funds for the Liverpool Broad Green Heart and Chest Hospital.

The group hiked 13 miles

across farmers’ fields in Wrexham, through quarries, woods and a hill known as Cardiac Hill as it is over one mile long.

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THE Stroke Association holds an annual Know Your Blood Pressure Day each year in April.

The campaign is to help people understand the link between high blood pressure and stroke, other risk factors and what people can do to reduce their risk of having a stroke.

On April 14 Rotary Liverpool South worked with Liverpool John Moores University and Belle Vale Shopping Centre in Liverpool to carry out blood pressure tests of shoppers during the day.

Senior Lecturer Phil Rathe and his team of student nurses from The Student mentoring Service L.J.M.U., Hollie Evans, Danielle Poynter, Hope McNulty and Jade Price carried out the tests.

During the day 424 persons were tested, 157 males and 267 females. This was a new record for Rotary Liverpool South in the number of tests carried out.

The age groups of those tested: 72 persons were aged up to 35, 124 persons aged 36 to 55 and 228 persons aged 55 plus. 405 pressure tests were recorded as normal with 19 persons (4.48 per cent) advised to visit their GP, a further reduction in this number from previous years.

Rotary Liverpool South would like to thank Denise Griffiths, Centre Administrator, Belle Vale Shopping Centre and her staff for making the day such a success in improving health in South Liverpool.

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Judgement day JUDGE Thornyside was feared throughout the courts – not only by the accused but barristers and solicitors as well.

He fixed a transgressor with his steely gaze and demolished any excuse or weak explanation with a withering comment.

“Mr Simkins please leave this court and return when you have adjusted your apparel,” he once told a particularly unkempt junior counsel.

A witness who asked to be allowed home after feeling unwell was told to “go and get your pills and potions”.

The judge seemed to know no fear – no matter how grand the personage, he soon cut them down to size.

The Earl of Speke, who tried unsuccessfully to argue a point of law, was told to “stick to your billiards and shooting parties”.

The Bishop of Bickerstaff shuddered when Judge Thornyside told him: “Please remove your unsightly gaiters before entering my courtroom.”

Despite his fearsome reputation, the judge was respected because of his fair and measured judgements.

He was as fearsome as a wolfhound in his gown and full-bottomed wig. Even without the regalia he was a scary presence.

Out of court, Judge Thornyside had a weakness. The lawyer became

emotional at the sight of delicate forms and fresh blooms.

He would silently gaze at their beauty, going into a trance as his eyes greedily took in each delicate curve.

The judge kept several which were very special to him in a secret lair away from prying eyes.

His passion for orchids was well known but no-one knew how he brought his blooms to perfection.

Even Beatrice, his wife, and only son Percy knew little of the secrets jealously guarded at the end of their large garden. The glass houses and potting sheds were off limits.

Judge Thornyside could be rather dismissive of his son and heir, a spotty youth of 18.

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The annual show of the Orchid Society was always keenly anticipated – as were the Judge Thornyside’s entries each year.

The judge played no part in the running of the respected society, founded some years earlier in 1890.

The hothouse was heavy with the scent of orchids on the show’s opening day. Rows of blooms stood on wooden trestle tables.

Judge Thornyside spluttered under his breath when the judges were announced – to his amazement, one was Percy. “He is our youngest-ever adjudicator,” announced Miss Rose, the society secretary.

Percy and his fellow judges walked gravely around the orchids, pausing at each, making notes and occasionally quietly exchanging a few words.

Stopping next to a shocking pink specimen submitted by Judge Thornyside, Percy grimaced mockingly and made a stinging comment to his fellow judges.

Judge Thornyside allowed himself a faint smile and muttered to himself: “A chip off the old block …”

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Up the junction

By Stephen Guy

THE internal combustion engine started as a novelty in the 1880s but transformed transport within 40 years.

Motors took over from horses and Britain’s roads had to change to accommodate the new arrivals.

Just as the railways replaced stage coaches for long distance journeys, motor vehicles took over from horse-drawn carts and carriages – a process taking almost a century to complete.

Cars and trucks largely replaced horse transport by the 1930s.

Delivery vehicles such as milk carts and coal waggons – along with hand carts - continued until the 1970s. They still linger on in some parts of the country.

New roads needed more skilled engineers and builders.

By-passes were designed to take traffic away from built-up areas – a process continuing today.

Before the 18th century there were no real roads, just uneven tracks meandering around obstacles including swamps and steep hills.

Pioneers such as John McAdam and Thomas Telford built wellsurfaced roads, allowing mail coaches to travel smoothly.

Although there were few cars on the roads, planners knew that numbers would grow. Visionary schemes were devised to cope with future expansion.

Queens Drive began as a tree-lined boulevard in Edwardian

times. It took about 20 years to complete and remains Liverpool’s ring road.

A rare view (pictured) shows an unrecognisable Jolly Miller junction before it was obliterated when Queens Drive was constructed.

The 1906 tinted postcard is captioned Moss Lane Corner.

Before Queens Drive was built along the line of the original country lanes, the stretch between Mill and Derby Lanes was called Moss Lane.

To the south was Black Horse Lane and to the north Lark Hill Lane. The view looks north towards Walton, with Mill Lane going towards West Derby Village on the right. Holly Lodge

house stands behind trees in the distance.

Two boys on bikes are next to a drinking fountain, illuminated by a gas lamp, which stood in the middle of the road.

The big mansion on the right is Barnfield, built by wealthy lawyer Thomas Toulmin around 1828.

Barnfield was demolished in the 1930s to improve the junction – the Jolly Miller was built on part of the site.

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A few things to bear in mind if you regularly eat fast food DO you eat fast food?

I hardly eat it these days for the main reason that my stomach can’t handle it.

I might have an occasional McDonald’s, but otherwise, that’s it. Years ago, I would to go to the chippy every now and again but I don’t seem to be able to handle it now Anyway, the reason I ask is that people still like to eat fast food.

Some people will eat it every now and again and some people will eat it all the time.

The thing is, though, if you are eating it all the time then there are some things that you need to wary of: n Cost – eating fast food can be expensive. It’s probably about £5 for a main meal now. If you’re having fast food regularly, and

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Woolton in Bloom NHS fighting Insomnia Open Gardens THIS year’s open gardens event will take place on Sunday 8th July at 12pm to 5pm and will include a wide range, from a compact terrace garden to an expansive walled garden as well as the Bishops’ Lodge famous gardens.

Woolton in Bloom has been transforming the village with beautiful floral displays since the beginning of the century. All of our work is carried out by our hard working volunteers and funded by donations and fundraising activities. We were gold medal winners in the RHS ‘Champion of Champions 2014’ Refreshments will be available, thanks to Woolton WI at the Bishops Lodge. There will also be a number of stalls for you to browse, including crafts by local artists and charities. We are also hoping to keep you entertained with local choirs.

All proceeds to go to planting and maintenance of the village floral displays, and Woolton WI.

THE lighter nights are now well and truly upon us, but are they playing havoc with your sleep habits?

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1. Keep regular sleep hours Going to bed and getting up at roughly the same time every day will programme your body to sleep better.

2. Create a restful sleeping environment Your bedroom should be a peaceful place for rest and sleep.

Temperature, lighting and noise should be controlled so that your bedroom environment helps you to fall (and stay) asleep.

Cost: £5 per adult, accompanied children are free.

Buy tickets on the day from any of the gardens or from the Woolton in Bloom stall in the Farmers Market in Woolton Village (2nd Saturday of each month). Or via the website www. wooltoninbloom.wix.com To contact the organisers: email vivhicks1425@gmail.com Sat Nav postcode L25 6JZ

3. Make sure your bed is comfortable It’s difficult to get restful sleep on a mattress that’s too soft or too hard, or a bed that’s too small or old.

4. Exercise regularly Moderate exercise on a regular basis, such as swimming or walking, can help relieve some of the tension built up over the day.

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A CHOIR of 50 years old has had a new lease of life as a renowned conductor of national standing has taken over the helm.

Thirty-strong Liverpool Renaissance Singers, a choir specialising in the stunning music of 1500 to 1600, was accidentally taken over by their new conductor when the auditioned candidate failed to secure citizenship for the UK. Deborah Catterall, who was one of the directors of the magnificent National Youth Choirs of Great Britain, offered to help for a term to stem the crisis.

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Photo of the month by Irene Drummond, South Liverpool Photographic Society

Fibromates North West Fibromyalgia Support Group comedy event FIBROMATES North West Fibromyalgia Support Group will be celebrating its fourth birthday this year by raising awareness of fibromyalgia with a comedy event on Thursday June 28 at The Naval Club (near the Rocket Flyover) 38 Bowring Park Rd, Liverpool L14 3NN (0151 280 5051: http:// www.liverpoolnavalclub.co.uk/) To entertain us on the evening, Scottish comedienne Carina Macleod, who recently appeared at the Glasgow Comedy Festival, will be bringing her one woman show, ‘Fibro My Arth’ for the first time to England.

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SITUATED at the junction of Hanover Street and Duke Street, Bistro Franc is just on the fringe of the ‘Liverpool One’ Shopping Centre.

The two-storey restaurant is located within Church House, the previous home of the Archbishop of Liverpool, and the décor is of a classic rustic French theme.

The wooden chairs and tables, exposed brickwork, candles and walls smattered with prints by French artists all combine to create a traditional and authentic ambiance.

The warm, inviting and relaxed service is accompanied by a fresh and daily changing selection of “entrees” and “plats de resistance” as well as a variety of mouth-watering Mediterranean dishes.

The menus change daily to make use of fresh market produce and this adds to the vibrancy and spontaneity of this bustling inner-city restaurant.

Every day from 11.30am to 4.30pm, Bistro Franc boasts the “Lunch Rapide” (roast available on Sundays).

“Le Pre-Théâtre” menu is available every evening from 4.30pm till 7pm (6.30pm on Fridays and Saturdays).

The competitively priced “A La Carte” menu is also available every evening from 4.30pm till 10.30pm. Not to mention the hugely popular “Sunday Wine and Dine” offer which is two courses from the “A La Carte” menu plus a bottle of house wine per person from 4.30 till 10pm.

Theatre-goers, students, shoppers and the business crowd all gather at Bistro Franc to create an eclectic mix and a wonderful bohemian feel.

Bistro Franc Church House, 1 Hanover Street, Liverpool, L1 3DW Phone: 0151 708 9993 www.bistrofranc.com

show about it.”

Rather than let the condition rule her life, Carina found that the best way to cope was to include the day-to-day trials of living with fibromyalgia in her touring standup show.

Tickets cost £10. Pay via PayPal to anneprit@tiscali.co.uk or email annefibro@gmail.com or buy at any of our monthly meetings (phone Anne: 07912 084549)

Liverpool’s tribute to Sir Ken Dodd

MORE than 800 tributes which were written in a Book of Condolence to Sir Ken Dodd have been handed to his widow.

Following Sir Ken’s death in March people from the city and around the world as far as Australia, Canada, USA, Spain and France visited Liverpool Town Hall to write their message.

The book, which also contains photos of Sir Ken, has been specially bound and presented to Lady Anne Dodd

by Councillor Malcolm Kennedy.

Festival’s 20th anniversary LIVERPOOL’S annual festival of Arab culture will celebrate its 20th anniversary this July (5 to 15) by bringing some of the Arab world’s most ground-breaking and internationally renowned artists to the city for its opening weekend, including 47SOUL and TootArd (6 July, Constellations) and Emel Mathlouthi with U-cef DJ set (7 July, Invisible Wind Factory).

The festival will also include its FREE and ever-popular Family Day on July, 15 at Sefton Park Palm House with live music, stalls and storytelling activities for kids,

as well as a packed programme of visual art, music, dance, film, theatre, literature and special events at venues across the city (www.arabartsfestival.com)

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Shogun is up for any challenge

By Tim Saunders

WHEN travelling with three young children and lots of luggage a large vehicle is an absolute necessity and the heavy duty long wheelbase Mitsubishi Shogun is well suited to such a challenge.

This well-built vehicle has plenty of space and will put up with pretty much anything thrown at it. And that includes little Henry Saunders (21 months) insisting on pretending to drive it every time we park. We all like the third row of seats tucked away in the floor of the boot; great for additional passengers or a change of scene for the children.

To put it through its paces we drive to Ringwood, the Isle of Wight and London. For all of these journeys we take in the usual dull A-roads and motorways where it cruises happily at 70mph.

At Ringwood we visit a farm and this allows us to experience the Shogun’s abilities on farmland. It easily tackles slippery surfaces, mud and gravel. Ruts and speed bumps see the occupants bouncing all over the place at speed due to the hard suspension.

“It’s struggling; it seems to be in the wrong gear,” says Caroline when the Shogun is faced with really steep inclines on the Isle of Wight.

I disagree because we are travelling at 30mph and it is an automatic so the choice of gear is not my fault. It quickly becomes

clear though that at low speed there is a noticeable vibration from the 3.2-litre diesel unit, throughout the entire cabin as well as that chugging sound associated with diesels of the past. At faster speeds it is quieter.

I’ve known the Shogun since I was a lad.

The father of a friend of mine owned a short wheel base version and my friend (aged 11) was allowed to drive it across their land. What I do notice is that there is very little change in the Shogun, for which I take my hat off to Mitsubishi. Much like the Land Rover Defender didn’t change externally in its lifetime, neither it seems has the Shogun apart from of course all the technology inside. Today’s Shogun is fitted with everything from a sat-nav (the most complicated I have come across and I

can’t operate it!), a reversing camera, air bags, air conditioning, as well as power folding wing mirrors.

The automatic gearbox makes for lazy driving and my only complaint is that when I rest my right arm on the door, over a prolonged period, it starts to ache due to a lack of padding.

I like the large glass electric tilt/slide sunroof and the high up driving position provides a good view of the road ahead allowing passengers to see things they wouldn’t usually such as good views into people’s gardens and houses. The times I have heard Caroline, particularly, say: “I didn’t know that was there.”

The rear seats allow for different set ups. So for instance if there are three passengers one might choose to sit on the middle seat and then the rest of the seats can be folded away and pushed forward.

Facts at a glance Shogun LWB 3.2 DI-DC SG3 A/T Price: £35,000 approx 0-60mph: 11.1secs Top speed: 111mph Economy: 25mpg approx Power: 197bhp Ground clearance: 220mm Max wading depth: 700mm Watch the videos at www.testdrives.biz

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Trivia about bugs and insects DID YOU KNOW? n A cockroach can live for up to a week without a head. n A typical bed usually houses over six billion dust mites. n Amazon ants (red ants found in the western U.S.) steal the larvae of other ants to keep as slaves.

The slave ants build homes for and feed the Amazon ants, who cannot do anything but fight. They depend completely on their slaves for survival. n Ants are social insects and live in colonies which may have as

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Schools sign up to prevent skin cancer EVERY primary school in the Liverpool postcode area is signing up to a scheme which aims to protect young people from getting skin cancer in later life.

Malignant melanoma is now the second most common cancer among 15 to 25 year olds, with the number of people

being diagnosed in Liverpool doubling from 2001 to 2014.

As part of the scheme all schools will commit to the use of sunscreen, hats and role models to promote their use, as well as providing shady outdoor areas and lessons on staying safe in the sun.

Things to do with your dad on Father’s Day (make sure you get an adult to help you) 1. Get up early to make him his favourite breakfast.

2. Dig out some of your favourite photos of you and him together.

3. Go for a walk.

4. Cook a barbecue.

5. Go for a bike ride.

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7. Wash his car.

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It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn to play a musical instrument, The Orchestras, under careful direction of Musical Director, Alex Costello, take each individual and give them a great experience Different sections of the Orchestra meet on Saturday mornings and its often family fun where mum and dad and even grandparents are learning.

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A few fashion ideas for your summer holiday HEY guys and welcome to June’s Life ‘n’ Style.

I hope everyone is good and loving the start of the summer.

I’ve not long got back from holidaying in Tenerife. It’s a place I like to visit each year but it was the first time I stayed at The Gran Melia Hotel.

I have got to say that it’s one of the nicest hotels I have ever stayed in. The hotel was out of this world with some amazing views, the only down side for me was where it’s positioned.

It was a little windier than normal and in the middle of nowhere but ideal for couples or people with small children who want to just stay in the complex.

There are a number of restaurants you can choose to dine in of an evening – Italian, Japanese, seafood etc so there is something for everyone and the staff really look after you.

If you’re looking for a relaxing, chilled week away then I would thoroughly recommend it: www.melia.com/ternife/5-star I recently did a photoshoot for Matalan in Morgan’s Vault Spa, 30 James Street Hotel, and all I can say is that 2018 is the best yet for swimwear fashion at Matalan.

I am lucky enough to be able to give my input on all the design meetings so not only do they look gorgeous but they fit really well too.

You can check all the pictures out on my Instagram or blog but here are a couple of my favs:

I wore the bikini but there is also a swimsuit and a tankini available which all work really well with the cover up.

So many people were coming up to me on holiday asking where is was from and expecting it to be really expensive but the whole set is more or less around £30.

Available online and also selected stores at the end of May/beginning of June.

Add a splash of vibrancy to your swimwear with this bold bikini.

I had a few people message me asking if this was underwired which it is and gives a great shape. The set is also a Matalan fav of mine for just £17.

This amazing set is The Tropical Range and is by the international designer Julien Mcdonald who has an exclusive range with Matalan.

As it’s holiday season, I thought I would share a couple of my holiday dresses that I have found while scrolling through Instagram looking for one-off pieces.

One evening I wore this cream dress from Dressed2Death. They have a website www. dressed2death.co.uk or are on Instagram if you would like to check out their full collection.

This dress I’m wearing is £65 and can be worn as a dress, cover up or with a pair of jeans.

Another really good boutique I found is Bellesboutique28: I wore this Laurie & Joe tassel dress of theirs and got so many compliments.

It feels so expensive with the quality and detailing of the crochet. Definitely worth taking a look at and different to what you would find on most high streets.

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Looking after your Dog of the month – Sheila pets this summer

By Alice Lawson, Veterinary Surgeon at The Vet Liverpool

ALL animals (and people!) can be affected by the hot weather.

It’s important to keep an eye on your dogs, cats and rabbits this summer.

Heat Stroke Heat stroke can affect all your beloved pets, but dogs seem to be more susceptible to it, in particular short nosed breeds (like pugs, French bulldogs), black or thick coated dogs.

We recommend only exercising dogs in the morning or late evening when the temperature is lower.

Dogs can only get rid of heat by panting, so other things to do to help them is provide a paddling pool, shade and cool

water.

You can even freeze some of their favourite treats and add ice cubes to their water! You can buy “cooling” jackets to put on dogs that keep them cool.

Rabbits in hutches should be kept in the shade, or if allowed free-roam there should be shady places for them to hide and plenty of water sources.

You should never leave your pet in the car during the summer – even temperatures on cool days can soar in cars and can make your pets seriously ill.

Cat of the month – Jaz THIS beautiful lady was found by one of our volunteers in December. She was severely underweight; so much so that she was too weak to walk.

So, she was brought here into our care and over the last couple of months she has put on almost 2kg and is now fighting fit.

She’s around maybe 8 - 10 years old and is very friendly and affectionate.

She is looking for a home where she can laze around and have her coat brushed. She would prefer to be an only cat, so she can have all the attention.

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WHAT’S ON June DIXIELAND JAZZ CONCERT The Savoy Jazzmen are giving their monthly concert in the Sefton Park Palm House on Tuesday 5th June between 2pm and 4pm. Everyone welcome. There is an admission charge of £6.50 which includes light refreshments. Further details from Peter Swensson. 0151 722 1478 CONCERT ST GEORGE’S HALL CLASSICAL TO THE BEATLES Tuesday 12 June, 7.30pm – A Tribute to American, European & British Music by St Joseph’s HS Band, from the USA & Cressington Symphony Orchestras, from Garston. Enjoy music with your friends in the beautiful Grade 1 listed Victorian Concert Room. Tickets £6 on the door or www.eventbrite.co.uk ref Americans In Liverpool. Further information tel: 07970 541196 email: claire.rider3@icloud.com NEW FRIENDS MERSEYSIDE Currently meet at The Old Post Office, School Lane, city centre on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm. Over 55’s, male and female, who meet up to chat, have a drink and discuss arrangements for weekends away, days out etc. Don’t be lonely, isolated, fed up with your own company, come along and meet us.

Retirees welcome!

WAVERTREE SOCIETY Next event is an illustrated talk by journalist Peter Elson entitled ‘Meanderings of a Merseyside Multimedia Wordsmith’ on Wednesday May 23 (7.30pm) at the Olive Mount Community Centre. You can find a location map at http://www.liverpool. ndo.co.uk /wavsoc/page33.html The event is open to all, free of charge. If, however, you are interested in joining the Wavertree Society, see website at http://www.liverpool.ndo.co.uk /wavsoc/ paysubs/index.html GATEACRE SOCIETY MEETING A talk by Dr Andrew Zsigmond entitled ‘The Hungarian Revolution of 1956, Its Aftermath and My Escape’. At Gateacre Chapel on Monday 21st May, starting at 7.30pm. You can find a location map of the Chapel at http://www.liverpool. ndo.co.uk /gatsoc/page7.html The talk is open to all, free of charge – but if you are interested in joining the Gateacre Society you can find the details at http:// www.liverpool.ndo.co.uk /gatsoc/page3. html LIVERPOOL OSTEOPOROSIS GROUP Is holding a public meeting on Thursday, 28th June at 2pm at the Lecture Theatre in the Education Centre, Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Prescot Street, Liverpool L7 8XP when Emile Richman, Specialist Dietician at the Royal Hospital, will speak on “Food and Osteoporosis: What do we know?”. Further information may be obtained by ringing 0151-722 0726 FIBROMATES NORTH WEST Fibromyalgia Support Group meets every month for those suffering from Fibromyalgia and their carers, family and friends. Sharing quality time with people who have the same condition can be therapeutic. Guest speakers provide information on how to manage the pain of Fibromyalgia. Contact Anne 07912 084 549 CHARITY COFFEE MORNING At Long Lane Church Wavertree off Mill Lane. Please join us we will also be selling knitted baby items, nearly new baby items and donated books and gifts.

All proceeds in aid of The Newborn Baby Appeal Liverpool Women’s Hospital. 11 am till 1pm Saturday 9th June.

EATING DISORDER SUPPORT GROUP A confidential support group for families

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and anyone affected by an Eating Disorder. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month at the Millennium Centre, St Mary’s Church, West Derby from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. For more information visit www.tedsuk.com or ring Tina on 07773 962183.

GROWING OLDER (DIS)GRACEFULLY DANCE Enjoy an evening of contemporary dance celebrating the company’s 21st anniversary. Works by a variety of choreographers to music ranging from classical through Indian and African to spirituals and Beatles.

Tuesday June 12th at 7pm. Unity Theatre, 1 Hope Place L1 9BG. Tickets £5.50 available from theatre box office 0151 709 4988 EXNEX SOCIAL CLUB Meeting every Thursday at The Liverpool pub, James Street, ExNex is aimed at those over 50 for friendship, fun and a great night out. Members enjoy cabaret evenings, quiz nights, dinners, theatre trips, dancing, and much more. Open to guests, so come and find out what ExNex is about and how much fun we have.

Please call 07534 157920 THE PUB CLUB An informal group of diverse friends (ages 50+) who meet weekly for a chat, a drink, a laugh and something to eat if you fancy. We meet each Thursday between 6pm and 11pm at the Richmond Tavern in Church Road, Wavertree, (nr Penny Lane) but we often have ‘away-days’ to other pubs. For more info. Pubclub@talktalk.net PRAM CLUB For parents and carers of preschool children. Wednesday 1.30pm to 3pm during term time at Cornerstone Centre, Eaton Road North, West Derby Village. L12 7JN.Come along for a warm welcome, cup of tea and a friendly chat.

There is no waiting list. Call Margaret 0151 226 5603 or just pop in.

SINGING FOR SMILES Singing for Smiles Wellbeing Choir Thursdays 8pm to 9pm, at Elm Hall Drive Methodist Church. L18 1LF. Email contact: sing4smilesliverpool@gmail. com CHILDWALL MONDAY WOEN’S CLUB Minerva, 8pm to 10pm each Monday.

CADWA Hall, Cranborne Wing, Bowland Ave, L16 1JP. We are a friendly group of Women enjoying a programme of speakers, craft, quizzes, discussions, days out. New members very welcome, come along and make friends. Contact Jackie 0151 737 2454 SOUTH LIVERPOOL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY meets every Thursday at CADWA, Rocky Lane L16 1JD from 7.45 - 10.00.

Membership £60/£55 for September to June. Summer £3 per visit. We warmly welcome anyone with a serious interest in photography to take part in competitions, displays and presentations and workshops. Beginners to veterans.

Contact; Tim Evans on 0151 475 0345, secretaryslps@virginmedia.com Website; www.slps.co.uk LIVERPOOL & MERSEYSIDE PHILATELIC SOCIETY Meet upstairs at Court Hey Methodist Church Hall, Bowring Park, L14 3NU, on alternate Mondays at 14.00 prompt, September to June. Guest speakers and members display presentations of postal history and various stamp related themes. New members and guests welcome; good car parking. Bus 6, 61, 116, 610, 619 and quite close to Broadgreen station. Contact Dr. D.Crewe on 0151 733 1291 or Tim Evans on 0151 475 0345

GRAND NATIONAL CHORUS Open nights are held regularly at Prescot Town Hall, 1 Warrington Rd, Prescot L34 5QX, from 8 pm to 10 pm on Thursdays. Come and hear the fabulous harmony of the male voices. Ring 07716 127814 to book free place. http://www. liverpoolinharmony.co.uk Groups, clubs and classes ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY Have several support groups in Prescot, Halewood, Huyton and Kirkby for people living with dementia and their carers.

The groups provide activities and an opportunity to meet other families with caring responsibilities. There is no charge to attend and refreshments are provided.

Please contact us on 426 4433.

ACTIVITY HUB Are you at a loose end on a Tuesday morning? If so come along to Long Lane Church, off Mill Lane, Wavertree, 11am till 1pm. We have board games, crochet, knitting, card making, gardening and church maintenance (if you are handy). Refreshments provided £1. All welcome. For info call Helen on 07837 711178 BOWEL CANCER SUPPORT Come and meet others, discuss, explore, exchange ideas and laughter in a friendly, non-threatening environment. If you would like to join us for a cuppa and a chat, come along to Meeting Room ‘A’, upstairs in Childwall Fiveways Centre, on the first Tuesday of every month from 6.00-7.30pm. Patients, former patients, family, friends & carers all welcome!! For more info ring Helen 07948 120955 BREATHE EASY Breathe Easy Liverpool South is a friendly support group for people with lung disease/breathing difficulties. We usually meet the fourth Monday in the month at 1.30 pm, Bridge Chapel Centre, Heath Road, Liverpool, L19 4XR. For further information, please ring the British Lung Foundation Helpline on 03000 030 555 C.A.B. C.A.B. drop-in (10am to 12noon) Tuebrook Hope Centre, Christ Church Buckingham Rd. L13 CHARITY TABLE SALE At the Bridge Centre Trust, every Saturday from 9am to 2.30pm (pitch available only £7). 2 Daneville Road, L4 9RG. Phone 0151 792 8711 CHRIST CHURCH CENTRE, SEDGEMOOR RD. Coffee morning in church centre, Tues 10am-12noon. Make new friends or relax with old ones, everybody welcome.

Call Helen on 0151 474 1444 for info.

Connect ‘n’ Create. Come along for company, a cuppa and a bit of craft or anything creative! All skills, all levels!

Wednesdays 10am-12noon. Call Barbara 0151 226 2992 for more.

CROXTETH HALL GARDEN SOCIETY We are a friendly group who meet in Croxteth Hall every 1st and 3rd Thursday evening of the month at 7.30pm. Annual membership is £10 which includes refreshments and raffle. If you’re interested in gardening why not join us.

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Further details about other clubs in Liverpool contact – Pat Blair (0151) 228 0316 or email patblair33@gmail.com.

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SCARISBRICK RESIDENTS Scarisbrick Residents and Tenants Association meet every second Tue of the month at Lemington Rd School Dinner Centre 6.30pm visit our website for info. www.scarisbrickresidents.info St James CE Mill Lane West Derby. The 5K Café is held every Thurs term time from 11am to 1.30pm. Lovely food and good company.

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LOWLANDS The West Derby Community Centre In partnership with the community since 1957.

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Volunteers wanted for project Two pairs of tickets to be won THE Big Help Project which incorporates the Knowsley Foodbank is based in Huyton.

Along with the foodbank they have a number of other services which support people living in poverty.

They have been really lucky to have been granted a bucket collection at Liverpool One on Saturday June 30 between 10am and 4pm.

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charity they are now looking at recruiting volunteers.

IF YOU WANT TO FEEL GOOD, DO GOOD AND VOLUNTEER. Can you spare an hour or two to help at their bucket collection?

Sunday 30th June at Liverpool One. Hours available 10am to 4pm.

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for The Ruby Slippers at The Royal Court Theatre, Liverpool

AFTER a hugely successful tour in 2016, including London’s West End, the brilliantly entertaining and heartwarming comedy drama The Ruby Slippers comes to the Royal Court’s new Studio from July 24-28 as part of the official Liverpool Pride that about to change when Ryan programme. confesses he has been hiding a This riotous comedy features secret – that he wants to become a stellar cast headed by Kurtis a woman?

Stacey (Emmerdale) and Owen On top of that a rival club has Farrow (BBC’s All Together Now opened which threatens to not as drag artist Divina De Campo). only steal Raz’s customers but also Life is a drag at The Ruby his star acts – the hilarious and Slippers, Blackpool’s struggling outrageous drag queens Phoenix cabaret drag club. and Destiny.

Owner Raz thinks he has met Loyalties will be put to the test the man of his dreams in barman as the campest club gets ready to and flat mate Ryan (Stacey). But is open its drag doors once more.

To enter our free prize draw to win a pair of tickets please send your name, address and telephone no. to:Ruby Slippers, Liverpool LINK, P.O. Box 170, Liverpool, L25 7WX or you can email your name, address and Tel. No. to linkaccountsmoi@yahoo.co.uk and insert Ruby Slippers in the subject box please. To reach us by June12.

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Take a break with the LINK Sudoku

Quick Crossword

Sudoku is a highly addictive puzzle game with one rule: Place the number from 1 to 9 in each row, in each column and each 3 x 3 box.

Music Quiz

1. Ozzy Osbourne, of TV fame, was the lead singer with which heavy metal band? (a) ACDC (b) Black Sabbath (c) Deep Purple?

2. Mylene Klass was a member of which early 2000’s pop group? (a) Atomic Kitten (b) HearSay (c) Steps?

3. In which country did guitarist Ry Cooder formulate the “Buena Vista Social Club”? (a) Cuba (b) Portugal (c) Spain?

4. Whose albums have included “Reveal”, “Around the Sun” and “Accelerate”? (a) The Eagles (b) REM (c) Bruce Springsteen?

5. Whose first three albums were entitled “Leisure”, “Modern Life is Rubbish” and “Parklife”? (a) Blur (b) Pulp (c) Travis?

6. What is the name of the Liverpool-born leader of the Lightning Seeds? (a) Ian Broudie (b) Ian McCulloch (c) Ian McNabb?

7. Liverpool-based Julian Cope was the creator/leader of which band 1978-83? (a) A Flock of Seagulls (b) The Icicle Works (c) The Teardrop Explodes?

8. James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich are members of which American rock band? (a) Aerosmith (b) The Foo Fighters (c) Metallica?

9. Which colour do the soul singer Al (“Tired of Being Alone”) and the guitarist Peter (ex-Fleetwood Mac) share as a surname? (a) Black (b) Green (c) White?

10. In 1985, three entirely different songs called “The Power of Love”, each by different artists, featured in the UK singles chart: can you name the artists concerned?

Across 1. Location of Liverpool’s main rail station (4,6) 9. “We --- Family”: 1979 hit single

by Sister Sledge (3) 10. “Fred -----‘s Circus” (5) 11. 1980’s TV series: “Teenage Mutant ----- Turtles” (5) 14. French word meaning “and” (2) 15. – Lewis: author (“The Chronicles of Narnia”) (1,1) 16. Not down! (2) 17. Separate into different categories, etc. (4) 19. Retribution (7) 21. Saint or street (abbrev.) (2) 23. Tool used to chop trees, etc.

(3) 24. Cynthia (abbrev.) (3) 25. “---- of the d’Urbervilles”: novel by Thomas Hardy (4) 27. Old insurance company: Guardian Royal Exchange (1,1,1) 29. Live (5) 31. Automobile Association (1,1) 32. Confirms (8) 35. Spanish word for “sky” (5)

Down 1. County town of Lancashire (9) 2. “Royal ----“: famous Mersey ferry boat (4) 3. “--- at Work”: Aussie band who had 1982 hit single “Down Under” (3) 4. Name by which the 60’s cartoon character Top Cat was known to his friends (1,1) 5. Lift (5) 6. American hospital TV drama series (1,1) 7. Kinetic, nuclear & thermal are all examples of ------- (7) 8. District of North London, home of a Premiership football team (9) 12. “-------- Park”: 1993 Spielberg film starring Richard Attenborough (8) 13. Top of triangle, cone, etc. (4) 18. On one occasion (4) 20. “Fruit and ---“ (3) 22. Second largest U.S. state: capital Austin (5) 26. Take exam or take a seat (3) 28. Implement attached to fishing rod, used to wind line up (4) 30. “--- Friday”: Chris Evans TV show 1996-2000 (1,1,1) 33. That is (1,1) 34. “Just – Stories”: one of Kipling’s best-known works (2)

This Month’s Quiz Answers – General Knowledge Quiz on page 31 Music Quiz

General Knowledge

1. 176 2. 650 3. Salt 4. Jupiter 5. Mercury 6. 1997 7. 2003 8. Bristol 9. Amsterdam 10. Belgian

Crossword Solutions

ACROSS 1. Lime Street 9.

Are 10. Carno 11. Ninja 14.

Et 15. CS 16. Up 17. Sort 19.

Revenge 21. St 23. Axe 24. Cyn 25. Tess 27. GRE 29. Exist 31.

AA 32. Ratifies 35. Cielo DOWN 1. Lancaster 2. Iris 3. Men 4. TC 5. Raise 6. ER 7.

Energy 8. Tottenham 12. Jurassic 13. Apex 18. Once 20. Veg 22. Texas 26. Sit 28.

Reel 30. TFI 33. I.E. 34. So

Sudoku – June answers

1. Black Sabbath 2. HearSay 3. Cuba 4. REM 5. Blur 6. Ian Broudie 7. The Teardrop Explodes 8. Metallica 9. Green 10. Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Huey Lewis & the News, Jennifer Rush.

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Celebrity article – Hannah Gordon

By Tim Saunders HANNAH Campbell Grant Gordon was born in Newhaven, Edinburgh in April 1941.

Blessed with such well-known Scottish names you could be forgiven for thinking she has an association with soup, whisky or indeed gin, but none of it.

Hannah was only nine years old when her mother died of a heart attack and two years later, after a long illness, her father died.

Hannah was sent to live with a bachelor uncle who sent her off to St. Dennis School for Girls, a boarding school in Edinburgh, now closed. She remained there until she was 18.

Hannah always wanted to go to university but in order to do so required two lowers and three highers, equivalent to our O and A levels.

Not liking science and failing maths scuppered her chances. She took elocution lessons and threw herself into theatre.

“I took a chance and went to drama college and don’t regret a minute of it.”

She trained at the Glasgow College of Music and Art and was awarded the James Bridie Gold Medal in 1962.

Her early stage career included performances at the Repertory Theatre in Dundee and the Glasgow Citizens’ Theatre.

“I used to do a huge number of plays spread over a few months but it was really enjoyable.”

She made her first TV appearance in 1965 on Johnson Over Jordan and also guest starred in Dr. Who the same year.

Hannah met her first husband, cinematographer Norman Warwick, on the set of Spring and

Port Wine in 1969.

He died in 1984 and they have a son, Ben Warwick, who is also an actor.

Hannah is now married to classical musician Robert Leighton.

She still has a slight Scottish burr even after living in Surrey for over 40 years.

“I came to London in the 1970s because the big work was here.

I used to alternate between the television and the stage.”

She is undeniably an extremely successful actress on both stage and screen. Her films include Watership Down and The Elephant Man.

However, she is perhaps best known for her television roles in Upstairs Downstairs, My Wife Next Door, Midsomer Murders and Watercolour Challenge (the Channel 4 art competition she hosted for three series in 1998) and the final episode of hit BBC comedy One Foot in the Grave.

She regularly narrates for the radio but her true love is theatre.

“Opening nights are fantastic – such a sensation. They can also be horrendous though – you want the floor to open up. A good audience is such a joy to work with but a poor one is a nightmare.”

Not only does an actor or actress have to learn their lines off by heart they have to overcome certain pitfalls suggests Hannah.

“For a performer there are two dangers – not knowing your lines well enough and knowing them too well because you will make a mistake”.

“The great thing about this profession is that you never know what is going to happen next.

One day the phone rings and it changes your whole life.”

Delicious and yet healthy (we promise!) quinoa, banana and almond cake recipe JO, our yoga and Pilates instructor and inhouse nutritionist in Fuerteventura, is back with another healthy but ever indulgent recipe for you to try.

Jo teaches and prepares all the meals at our popular Pilates and yoga retreats in Fuerteventura.

Jo proves that you don’t have to sacrifice good taste for good health.

Serves: 10-12 Ingredients n 150ml quinoa n 300ml water n 2 ripe bananas (mashed with a fork) n 3 eggs n 4 tbsp coconut oil or extra virgin olive oil n 2 tbsp agave syrup or honey n 1 tsp cinnamon n 1 tsp cardamom, freshly ground n 1/2 tsp clove n 1 1/2 tsp baking powder n 75g oat flower n A handful of dates, chopped n A handful of figs, chopped n A handful of almonds, chopped n 1 apple, chopped Method Cook the quinoa for approximately 15

minutes, until the water is absorbed. Set aside to cool down.

Preheat the oven to 170 degrees Celsius.

Combine the eggs, agave syrup, oil and bananas in a mixing bowl and whisk.

Add the quinoa, oat flour, spices and mix well.

Add the apple, dates, figs, almonds and stir.

Add the baking soda and stir gently.

Grease a baking tray and pour in the mixture.

Bake in the oven for 30 - 35 minutes. n Interested to find out more about healthy recipes and lifestyles?

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South Liverpool clinch title

By Jim Stanway SOUTH Liverpool FC clinched the West Cheshire League First Division title after defeating their nearest rivals Ashville 3-2 and then, two days later, Ashville losing again to last season’s champions Newton, which meant it was then mathematically impossible for any team to catch South.

South won their last four matches of the season while all their nearest rivals were dropping points, proving that their vastly experienced squad showed their mettle during the busy April period.

A decisive 3-0 win at Newton with two excellent goals from striker Alex Woodcock and one from full back Paul Lundon was reinforced two days later by the 3-2 win at Ashville with two goals from midfielder Fraser Ablett and another from Paul Lundon.

The team also defeated local

South Liverpool manager Martin Ryman (right) and assistant manager Kenny Deakin (left) with the West Cheshire League trophy. rivals Marshalls 5-0 and lowly

points. Two goals each from

Chester Nomads 1-0 during

Cameron Dalton and Gary

the run-in to acquire maximum

Pollard, and one from Alex

Woodcock, saw off Marshalls while a Jason Thomas penalty was enough to squeeze past Chester Nomads.

The reserves have finished a very creditable sixth position in Division Two despite some very close defeats in the final run-in.

Two superb goals from Gerard Forde, one direct from the kick off, were the highlight of 6-1 demolition of bottom side Willaston.

The youth team clinched the league cup with a 1-0 win over Vauxhall Motors with a first minute goal from forward Michael Kielty. The team are favourites to win the league with two games to go and also have the Liverpool County FA Youth cup to win.

An 11-1 win at lowly Runcorn Linnets has reasserted their goal difference against their only rivals, Mossley Hill Athletic, and their clash at Mossley Hill in mid-May will decide the league title.

Liverpool Sefton Hockey – league winners, leadership awards and London visitors ...

By Jen Radcliffe WE’VE finished another season with something to celebrate in the men’s section, this time courtesy of the M2s.

They won the league outright with three games to spare and a 12 point cushion over second place.

They conceded 19 fewer goals than the next best defensive record and hammered home a staggering 74 goals. They will now head up to NW Div 3 South.

Not to be left out, the women’s section had something to celebrate courtesy of the W3s.

They faced Formby in terrible conditions, held on after the opposition pulled back a 2-0 deficit and scored in the last 10 seconds to win the League Plate.

They keep the silverware in the club as they take it from last year’s winners the W4s.

Liverpool Sefton has been busy helping to strengthen the future of hockey in Liverpool as we ran

an England Hockey In2Hockey Leadership course.

We had six keen youngsters learn about coaching, umpiring, managing and competitions.

They are now ready to head out to their schools and other junior teams to help coaches with session planning, execution and matches.

They were helped on the

day by 2017’s England Hockey Coach of the Year, James Cunliffe, National League umpire, Jen Ratcliffe and President of LSHC, Bill Chambers.

We also welcomed London Royals, who are the UK’s first open and largest Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBTQ+) Hockey Club.

The Royals were on tour and

stopped by Liverpool College to play a friendly game against some of our players.

The sun came out to ensure that playing conditions were exactly what we wanted for a mid-April mixed match and the game evolved from a structured 70 minutes to fun mini challenges and games.

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Tour joy for West Derby hockey

By Mark Williams FOLLOWING a turbulent season a team from the men’s section entered into the Annual Tour at Formby Hockey Club.

With an opening match win the men strung together a great tournament, beating teams from several leagues higher in the process.

The tournament boiled down to a penalty flick shootout for a spot in the plate final which saw the men edge out tournament favourites The FOG (Formby Veterans) after the heroics of goalkeeper Will Gregg.

The final was a cagey affair which eventually ended in a 1-0 win to West Derby following a cool reverse stick finish from club Vice Chairman Joe O’Riley.

Over the past few weeks the club has been involved in a busy summer programme including the annual Timperley Hockey Club Men’s tournament which saw West Derby finish as semi-finalists

Tony Feeney receiving the trophy from the Formby Hockey Club chairman. though some would argue they were robbed of a spot in the final after some controversial umpiring decisions!

Overall the mood within the club is good and positive and with a busy summer ahead we hope to be in a very strong position for the coming season – be sure to pick up next month’s copy to stay up to date with our summer league progress!

General knowledge quiz 1. What sum is derived by adding together a dozen, a score and a gross? (a) 172 (b) 176 (c) 180?

2. DCL are the roman numerals for what number? (a) 550 (b) 650 (c) 750?

3. By what name is sodium chloride better known? (a) salt (b) pepper (c) sugar?

4. Which is the largest planet in the solar system? (a) Jupiter (b) Neptune (c) Saturn?

5. Which planet in the solar system is closest to the sun? (a) Mars (b) Mercury (c) Venus?

6. In what year did Jamie Carragher make his LFC firstteam debut? (a) 1995 (b) 1997 (c) 1999?

7. In what year did Leon Osman make his EFC first-team debut? (a) 2002 (b) 2003 (c) 2004?

8. Which one of the following cities is the most easterly? (a) Bristol (b) Glasgow (c) Liverpool?

9. In which city did Anne Frank write her famous wartime diary? (a) Amsterdam (b) Berlin (c) Prague?

10. What nationality is the cycling legend Eddy Merckx? (a) Belgian (b) Dutch (c) French?

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First season success as Alder FC finish third

By Peter Harrison

IN their first season in the Premier Division of the Liverpool Premier League, Alder FC have finished third in the table narrowly missing out on the runners-up spot.

After a disappointing semifinal defeat to Custys the team faced a daunting set of fixtures in their finale to the season.

However, they picked themselves up and went on a five-game unbeaten run to secure maximum points.

Included in this run was a 4-2 win against APH, a 2-0 defeat of Old Xavs, with Taylor Hill scoring a powerful first goal after a mazy run, and a 3-2 defeat of old rivals Waterloo Dock.

Pictured is Alex Gofton

scoring the first goal against the Dock via a calmly taken penalty.

Next came East Villa, who finished runners up, and a 2-0 victory with Alex Gofton grabbing a brace and finishing the season with 14 goals.

The final fixture of the season saw a 8-0 demolition of Waterloo GSOB with top marksman Kyle Mulby scoring a remarkable six goals to finish his tally for the season with 23 strikes.

With Peter Moore finishing the season with 18 goals the team boasted a powerful attacking option.

The lads will be looking forward to hopefully another successful season under the stewardship of manager Mark Maddison and assistant Jack Ellis.

Centre stage for learning disabilities WORK has started on a Liverpool care hub to help give people more support to live within their local community.

Besford House in Belle Vale has been granted £850,000 to create modern accommodation

for people with autism and other learning difficulties.

The investment will allow complete refurbishment of the 16 bed centre to include new bathrooms, kitchens, flooring and furniture.

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“When we quote a fitting, we handle everything from clearing the room to preparing the walls, looking after electrics, plumbing, tiling, fitting, plus any building work, using our own tradesmen”.

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