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Filming in Liverpool breaks records again LIVERPOOL Film Office is not only celebrating its 30th anniversary but also a ‘reel-y’ top performance in 2019, breaking all records for the fourth consecutive year.

Latest figures show that the Liverpool City Region enjoyed a bumper year for filming, with 324 different film and TV projects filming here.

Over the years, the city has welcomed high-end TV dramas such as The Crown, Years and Years, War of the Worlds and Sky Atlantic’s Tin Star.

Executive producer for Tin Star, Alison Jackson said: “Filming in Liverpool has been a fantastic

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“Liverpool City Region provided us with a wealth of cinematic locations, and the support we received from Liverpool Film Office and the people of this city has been instrumental in creating our explosive third series.”

This is great news for the local economy which saw a £17.6m boost in as a result – an increase of £1.5m on 2018.

Deputy Mayor, Councillor Wendy Simon, said: “We can safely say Liverpool is maintaining its crown as one of the most filmed cities outside of London.”

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Highest civic honours for fire service, hospitals and Bishop THE Auxiliary Bishop of Liverpool, the Right Reverend Tom Williams, is to receive Freedom of the City of Liverpool, the highest civic honour.

Born off Scotland Road, Bishop Tom Williams was ordained priest in the city’s Metropolitan Cathedral in 1972 and has continued to serve in the city for almost half a century.

Bishop Tom Williams said,:“I am very surprised and humbled at this great honour. Five generations of my family have been part of this city and it has been a privilege to serve here for 48 years.

“I will always be grateful for the support which I have received.”

The Mersey Fire and Rescue Service as well as Aintree, Broadgreen and Royal Liverpool Hospitals and the Liverpool University Dental Hospital were also nominated for admission to the Freedom Roll of Associations and Institutions.

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Contents –

great features and stories for you to enjoy so make yourself a nice cuppa, put your feet up and enjoy The March/April LINK.

January/ February

5. Stephen Guy’s history 6. Italian food and drink 11. Strange Tales – Anton Valdemart 12 and 13. What’s On 16. The latest films 18 and 19. Pet LINK – Pap your pets 20 and 21. Services – need a plumber?

22 . Games – Music Quiz and Sudoku 23. Sport We also publish The South Liverpool LINK which we deliver into homes in L15, L16, L17, L18, L19 and L25.

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Welcome

HELLO EVERYONE WELCOME to your March/April issue of The West Derby LINK. Just like that it’s time to start thinking about putting the clocks forward and looking forward to the lighter nights.

Spring is just around the corner! I can’t believe we are here already.

Nevertheless, we have some

DON’T MISS... n Pap your pets – everyone’s favourite. n Filming in Liverpool breaks records. n Travel: How to eat like a local in Italy. n Jade Ainsworth’s Life ‘n’Style: top looks for spring. n Wine guide: Trevor Langley shares his favourites.

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Dashalong’s deeds RECENTLY-discovered documents give an insight into the extent of the Earl of Sefton’s estates at different periods.

The fascinating relics lift the lid on the huge tracts of land once owned by the Molyneux family of Croxteth Hall.

One, Abstract of the Title of the Right Honorable William Philip Earl of Sefton to his Freehold Estates in the Country of Lancaster, refers to the 2nd Earl (1772 to 1838) – a colourful character nicknamed Lord Dashalong.

Pictured in caricature (inset) with a deed, he drove horses and carriages at breakneck speeds, scattering people and animals as he thundered around his lands.

Dating from about 1800, the 42-page printed collection of deeds goes into minute detail and includes a partial family pedigree.

It chronicles land deeds dating back to 1704, naming some of the most wealthy and powerful landowners of the times.

This was an era when the Molyneux family were Viscounts before being elevated to Earls in 1771.

Previous to reforms in late Victorian times, women had to hand over personal wealth and properties to their husbands when they married.

Ruined Liverpool Castle was still standing

in 1704 and a deed mentions the “rents, fees, perquisites and profits reserved or arising out of the same.”

The Molyneux family were hereditary

By Stephen Guy, West Derby Society

constables of Liverpool Castle for hundreds of years, responsible for law and order.

They were likewise ancestral stewards of West Derby Courthouse, also referred to in the deed. Now Grade II*-listed and open to the public at certain times, the Tudor courthouse was a working building in the centre of the Village until 1910.

The deeds go into minute detail, listing properties and lands of the vast Molyneux estates. There are tenements, cottages, orchards, gardens, barns, stables, outhouses – even a rabbit warren.

These help to build up a picture of life in 18th century England when most people lived in the countryside and worked on the land.

The last deed, drawn up in 1800, refers to Frederick Augustus, Earl of Berkeley.

A little-known branch of the family, the Berkeley Molyneux, were descendants of Lord Dashalong.

Following his disapproval of a son’s marriage, they were mysteriously omitted from the family tree in editions of Burke’s Peerage up to the time of Hugh, 7th and last Earl of Sefton. n Join the West Derby Society at its 7.30pm Wednesday meetings on March 18 and April 15 at Lowlands, 13 Haymans Green, Liverpool L12 7JG.

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Eat like a local on your next Italian holiday

By Jennifer Carey

AMAZING wines, fascinating history and vistas to die for, Italy has been top of the destination charts for decades.

And with Liverpool John Lennon Airport now offering flights to no less than six destinations, there’s no better time to go.

Regardless of what takes you there, there is always that one thing that pulls people in from all over the world – the food.

Now, I know most of us probably think that it’s as simple as pizza and pasta, and you’re not wrong.

But Italian cuisine offers so much more and, if you get it right, every mealtime is pure joy.

Here are my tips for experiencing the very best of Italy...

n Do NOT ask for Spaghetti Bolognese!

A classic dish found on most menus is Ragù alla Bolognese – not to be confused with Spaghetti Bolognese. Never ask for spaghetti Bolognese in Italy – it’s not an authentic dish! The ‘real’ Bolognese is a meat based sauce served over fresh tagliatelle pasta, topped with a generous spoonful of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.

Yum! n Embrace the veggie life Italy is close to paradise for veggies. There are plenty of delicious dishes that cater for both vegetarian and pescatarian diets plus a growing vegan scene.

Aubergine is the star of many veggie dishes and I recommend Parmigiana di melanzane, fried aubergine, smothered in layers

of cheese and tomato sauce, and Pasta alla Norma. I’m not sure who Norma is but this pasta dish is sublime and usually served with smoked ricotta cheese on top. n Fast food, Sicilian style Perfect for casual lunches or a quick (but hardly light!) snack, I give you ‘Arancini’! Deep fried stuffed rice balls straight out of Sicily, they are a real crowd pleaser all over the country. They come with a variety of fillings like ragù (meat sauce), fungi (mushroom), cheese and much more. BEWARE – they really are as good as they sound. n Go for ‘slow food’ The Slow Food movement started in Italy in the 80’s and promotes local food and traditional cooking. Each region of Italy has their own regional speciality meat, cheese, dish or wine. Find out what they are by

asking the locals and join the slow food revolution! n Gelato like a pro Yes, it really is different there and yes, it really is delicious. Each town has a gelateria that is ‘the only place to go’, find out where it is and hot-foot it over there.

Avoid places where the ice cream is piled high - looks tempting but it’s very much style over substance. n Breakfast the Italian way Pick a nearby cafe and order a cappuccino and a brioche/ cornetto (that’s a croissant to me and you). I recommend the alla crema filling but only for those with a sweet tooth! For seasoned coffee drinkers, order an espresso or macchiato but make sure you drink it standing up at the bar, just like the locals.

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JUST imagine falling into a Harry Potter novel – that’s exactly how I felt when I had the chance to stay at Wizards Thatch.

Just over the border in Cheshire, Wizards Thatch is five star boutique accommodation in the celebrity hotspot of Alderley Edge. It has been described as “ one of the most romantic places to stay in all of England “ With medieval sounding suites, Camelot, Merlin and The Wizardry guests are treated to pure nostalgia in fairytale surroundings.

We stayed in The Wizardry in the oldest part of the building

reputedly going back over 400 years.

On entering you step back in time and are dazzled by all the memorabilia that surrounds it walls which are painted in dark Arabian Red. This is an historian’s sweetshop - everywhere you look there is something of interest that takes your eye. The lounge is big with a low beamed oak ceiling and sumptuous settees.

No wonder Wizards Thatch has over 900 excellent Tripadvisor reviews – the place is spotless.

Hat’s off to the housekeepers who keep everything spotless

and that is no mean feat, for we counted over 300 bottles mainly “Gingers” in the lounge alone.

Upstairs the Master bedroom has a magnificent seven foot four poster bed which is draped in red and gold tapestries. It has that medieval feel with its stripped wooden original floors and luxurious sheepskin rugs.

There is an ensuite bath / shower and a separate ensuite wc and washbasins.

Next to the bedroom there is a small single bedroom which we used as a dressing room.

Wizards Thatch is less than one minute’s walk away from

Alderley’s famous street of restaurants and bars that now adorn this celebrity Cheshire turf.

The village is noted for its famous clientele ( David Beckham was a former resident ) who enjoy the lifestyle it has to offer.

After a great meal at one of the Italian restaurants we couldn’t wait to get back and relax and let the centuries old aura cast its spell on us.

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Some favourite tipples

By Trevor Langley

MY thoughts are that it is always a good idea to have a range of drinks available, when guests, family or friends, come to visit.

Looking for something to please prior to a meal if dining and to pair with starters – leaving main course wines to everyone’s own choice – and making suggestions for dessert accompaniments, I located the following.

Many people like to be greeted with a sherry. Dry, pale, cream or sweet – each to their own.

Also, something sparkling is always a good ‘intro’ and sparkling wines are regularly served at events and occasions. Asti Martini

ticks this box, admirably.

This Italian production is aromatic and sweet, using Moscato Bianco grapes to great advantage.

Fruits are very pleasantly evident on the mouthfeel, for this popular sparkler. Moscato (sparkling) is a further suggestion from Italy, which is often chosen, by many.

Again, having a lower alcohol content than numerous other wines, this is a great ‘pleaser’, too.

Leaving main course wines to everyone’s individual preferences, we now come to the dessert pairings and end of meal experiences.

Gin is very much in favour (and flavour) right now.

Truth is, it has always been a regular choice for a lot of connoisseurs. Raspberry & Rose Gin Liqueur is produced using raspberry and rose flavours.

Pink Grapefruit & Elderflower Gin Liqueur has the natural flavours of pink grapefruit and elderflower.

Gingerbread Gin Liqueur is made by incorporating ginger and cinnamon flavours. Flavoured gins are extremely popular and have regular ‘devotees’.

Further interesting and very satisfying flavoured gins are available, also.

Should a tonic/soda water be preferred with a liqueur then Blood Orange and Rosemary tonic water or soda water with a hint of lemon (Sicilian) will most certainly not disappoint.

For a great number of lovers of various drinks, including gins, adding a tonic or soda water extends the pleasure(s).

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The toothache “I’M sorry, I can’t find anything wrong,” said Pullit the dentist ratcheting up the chair until his patient sat upright.

Seamus looked back in disbelief: “It’s there day and night, throbbing so much I can’t get any peace.”

His mouth had been subjected to all manner of probing – even a group of dental students had been invited to examine his molars.

“You have excellent teeth for someone your age,” said Pullit motioning him to the door. “I suggest a break in routine or a holiday might help.”

Seamus resorted to desperate measures.

“You have teeth like a horse – wonderfully strong and sound,” said his friend Harry the vet.

“Obviously this is nothing official – I could be struck off for treating a human – I’m sorry but I can’t pull ‘em out.”

Seamus nervously stroked his beard and pondered.

He had tried all the homely

remedies but none of them worked. The pain persisted, a dull pulsating constantly disturbing his rest and peace of mind.

Village counsellor Mona Moon recommended he visit Old Mother Peers who was celebrated for her traditional herbal remedies.

Seamus trudged up to the thatched cottage, his weary steps plodding the footpath strewn with mud and cowpats.

Old Mother Peers had just finished her milking and was settling in front of a roaring fire

with her clay pipe and mug of tea.

She kept an open house and Seamus sat down opposite her on an ancient settle.

The herbalist poured him a mug of the tea and a rambling consultation followed – Seamus doing most of the talking while Old Mother Peers stared into the fire.

“I am going to transfer the pain into your big toe,” she said suddenly.

She reached into the old cupboard, quickly locating a packet of powder: “Take a teaspoon of this with milk morning, noon and night.”

Seamus did as he was instructed. Two days later he woke up without toothache for the first time in weeks.

He was euphoric and laughed out aloud, flinging off the bedclothes and leaping out of bed.

When his feet touched the cold linoleum, it felt like an electric shock flashed and sizzled from his left big toe.

Strange Tale

by Anton Valdemart It was agony. He wrapped his foot is a damp bandage, ate a hasty breakfast and painfully set off for Old Mother Peers’ cottage.

“I did tell you I was transferring the pain to your big toe,” she said firmly.

Seamus stood shaking on the cold stone flags: “I have never experienced pain worse than this,” he moaned.

“Oh yes you have!” screeched Old Mother Peers bringing her boot crashing down on to his toe.

Seamus screamed in pain, leaping up and down holding his foot.

Then, slowly, the excruciating torment eased and a blissful warm feeling spread from his toe over the rest his body.

Old Mother Peers smiled, handed him a steaming mug and said soothingly: “Shock treatment – it never fails.”

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A support group WHAT’S ON with a difference 5k Your Way is a communitybased initiative to encourage those living with and beyond cancer, families, friends and those working in cancer services to walk, jog, run, cheer or volunteer at a 5k Your Way parkrun event on the last Saturday of every month.

Each of our 5k Your Way, Move Against Cancer parkruns has two of our wonderful ambassadors there on the last Saturday of every month to meet and great you at a designated meeting spot.

Our Ambassadors are your ‘go to’ for each event and will run/ walk with some of you if they can.

After the walk/run, the ambassadors will gather you together for socializsng over a much needed drink and cake.

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by Lucy Gossage, Oncologist at Nottingham City Hospital, a 12 times Ironman Champion and Gemma Hillier-Moses, International Runner and Founder

of MOVE charity who was diagnosed with cancer herself at the age of 24 in 2012.

Lucy and Gemma are both hugely passionate about supporting people living with and beyond cancer through the power of movement, also supporting the wider cancer community including friends, family members, doctors, nurses and health professionals.

Our Liverpool 5k Your Way takes place at Prince’s park run on the last Saturday of every month.

Come and join Myka and Mal who are the local ambassadors and their wonderful team.

Meet up at the table tennis tables for 8.45am to run, walk or jog part or all the 5k or even help marshaling and then join us at Ryde cafe afterwards in the old Cains brewery in Liverpool coffee and a natter.

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March/April 5K YOUR WAY PRINCES PARK We meet the last Saturday of every month within the Park run series. We are a support group for those fighting, recovering or who have lost friends /family with cancer. You can run/walk all or part of the 5k route more info at 5kyourway.org or prince’s 5k your way on Facebook DIXIELAND JAZZ CONCERTS The Savoy Jazzmen are giving concerts at the Sefton Park Palm House on Tuesday 3rd March & Tuesday 7th April. The concerts are free and are between 2pm to 4pm. Light refreshments are available. Further details from Peter Swensson. 0151 722 1478 THE FRIENDS OF HARTHILL AND CALDERSTONES PARK Will meet at 7.15pm on Monday March 9th for the AGM followed with a talk by Dr Maggie Andrews entitled “Wildlife Conservation in Harthill and Calderstones Park”.

Meetings are held in Childwall Primary School on Woolton Road L16 0JD the entrance to which is off Salisbury Park. A donation of £2.00 is suggested for visitors, who are most welcome to attend.

GRASSENDALE FLOWER ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Will meet on Thursday 12th March 2020 at 7.30pm for a demonstration entitled “A Funny Thing Happened” by Don Billington from Maghull. Meetings are held in St Anthony of Padua Church Hall, Queens Drive, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18. Visitors are welcome for a fee of £7.

THE FRIENDS OF HARTHILL AND CALDERSTONES PARK Will meet at 7.15pm on Monday April 20th (note – third Monday in the month) for a talk “Location, Location Location. Right Plant, Right Place” by Sue Gillon and Marguerite Hughes. Meetings are held in Childwall Primary School on Woolton Road L16 0JD the entrance to which is off Salisbury Park. A donation of £2 is suggested for visitors, who are most welcome to attend.

GRASSENDALE FLOWER ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Will meet on Thursday 16th April 2020 at 7.30pm for a demonstration by Alison Cooper from Salford who will give a demonstration entitled “A Form of Nature”. Meetings are held in St Anthony of Padua Church Hall, Queens Drive, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18. Visitors are welcome for a fee of £7.

TRAMWAY & LIGHT RAILWAY SOCIETY Rathbone Room, Greenbank Sports Academy, Greenbank Lane, L17 1AG. Monday, March 16th at 7.45pm. The Dublin Atmospheric Railway of 1844. Our Chairman Robin Singleton will introduce us

to this little if not actually unknown Railway which used technology way ahead of the times all be it that only for a 10 year period.

Monday April 20th at 7.45pm.

This is a first for us as it will be a special surprise. At time of going to press we do not have final confirmation from our very well respected speaker. Rest assured that you will not be disappointed!

Everyone welcome. £2 includes refreshments CALDERFIELD BOWLING CLUB Come to play bowls in a wonderful setting behind the newly refurbished Halfway House, Woolton Road. We play in several Liverpool leagues as well as recreational bowls. Beginners welcome and all age groups.

Tuition is available. Contact Marilyn on 07950 454968.

Regular events SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL We are a group of women who seek to advance the status of women and girls through education, empowerment and enablement. We do this in friendship through service projects, fund-raising and advocacy. We meet every fourth Wednesday of the month at 7pm, Sefton Park Hotel, 37 Aigburth Drive, L17 4JE. For further details contact us at liverpoolsorops@gmail.com, text 07814564649 or via website www.sigbi.org/liverpool EATING DISORDER SUPPORT GROUP A confidential support group for families 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 Regular events LIVERPOOL EXCHANGE ROTARY CLUB Liverpool Exchange Rotary Club is a lively and energetic club that meets every Thursday at lunchtime in the smart surroundings of the Athenaeum in Liverpool’s city centre. The club is always looking for new members and if you enjoy good company, social activities and the opportunity to serve others in the traditions of Rotary International, phone Angela on 077719 607940 or Alan on 07826 611065 or Google our club name for further details.

IRISH DANCE CLASSES Tuition by World Champion George Ferguson T.C.R.G. First class is free! Monday, CADWA, Rocky Lane L16 1JP, 6.30-7.45. Thursday, Bishop Eton, Woolton Road, L16 8NQ, 6.30-7.45. Beginners welcome. Find us on Facebook” George Ferguson School of Irish dance”.

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LEISURE/WHAT’S ON

www.liverpoollink.co.uk Call 07771884724 to “come and join the Jig”!

LIVERPOOL QUIZ LEAGUE Come and join the oldest Quiz League in the country. It’s our 60th anniversary and if you love quizzing, let us know. Individuals/ teams of all abilities are welcome to join. We can arrange a friendly over the summer to show you the format. Contact James on 07841018455 or jamesmacgregor84@gmail.com ADULT DISABILITY ACTIVITY DAY Every Monday daytime from 11am to 3pm adult disability activity day; it includes DJ with karaoke, dancing, chair based exercise, bingo, play your cards right, full size snooker table, dart board, loads of prizes and much more.

Free car park. At The New Derry Social Club, Mere Lane, Liverpool, L5 0QW. Run by P.A.C and the Derry Club.

SOUTH LIVERPOOL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY Meet Thursdays 8 – 10 pm at CADWA, Rocky Lane L16 1JD. We welcome all who have an interest in photography from complete beginners to the more experienced. Just turn up at 7.45 or get in touch to say that you’re coming. Check out our website www.slps.co.uk for what’s on.

Guest speakers – competitions – members’ presentations – tutorials – occasional field trips. Contact Tim Evans 0151 475 0345 / email membership@slps.co.uk HAYMANS GREEN WOMEN’S CLUB Minerva –7-30pm to 9-30pm each Tuesday, Millennium Centre, West Derby L12 5EA. We are a friendly group of women enjoying a programme of speakers, craft/ quizzes, discussions, days out.

New members very welcome, come along & make friends.

Contact Sandra Harrison 07759 967906 COME AND SING (S.A.T. OR B).

AT THE CANTATA CHOIR based in the Metropolitan Cathedral. We rehearse on Thursdays 7.30 – 9.30, and sing a mixture of music, sacred; modern; some a little challenging; in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.

You do not need to be religious to join us. Website: cathedral concerts.org.uk PENNY LANE JAZZ WORKSHOP Meets Thursdays, 7-9pm, Elm Hall Methodist Church, Elm Hall Drive, L18 2DD. £10. Led by Liverpool- based saxophonist, Frank Griffith. All instruments and vocalists welcome. Reading music not required as emphasis is on improvisation. See www. facebook/frankgriffithjazz or email frank@frankgriffith.co.uk. 07976 313224.

LCRA WALKING GROUP A Liverpool-based group who organise regular Sunday coach rambles to the Lake District, North Wales, Peak District and Yorkshire Dales. Walks are graded to suit all abilities. The club also arranges weekends away and social activities. To find out more call Will on 0151 486 6541, find us on facebook or visit www. liverpoolcatholicramblers.com

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.

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.

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 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.

LIVERPOOL & MERSEYSIDE PHILATELIC SOCIETY Meet upstairs at Court Hey Methodist Church Hall, Bowring Park, L14 3NU, on alternate Mondays at 2pm 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.

SMILE AND SING with MERSEY HARMONY Have fun, sing, and boost your skills. Come along to Merseyside’s only all-female barbershop chorus.

Mersey Harmony performs at events and competes locally and nationally. Rehearsals every MONDAY, 19:15 – 22:00, Academy of St Nicholas, Horrocks Ave, L19 5NY. For details: Call Angela – 07947 142440 – www. merseyharmony.co.uk or check our Facebook page.

THE BRIDGE CENTRE The Bridge Centre old Bridge Inn Pub Broadway L4 9RG. FREE Counselling Service every Wed 10am till 3pm. To book an appointment call 07540177958 ask for Sue. Zumba Classes Tue 6.30pm till 7.30pm. Wed 9.30am till 10.30am. Chair Based Tia Chi Classes. Thurs. 10.30 till 11.30 only £2.50. Ballroom Classes Tue 1.30 till 2.30 pm £3. Tia Chi Classes Tue 11.30 till noon.

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Community Coffee Morning. Soft Play.

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Indoor Bowls. Art Group.Crochet & Knitting Morning.

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Children’s Drama Group. Baby Ballet.

Antenatal Classes. Ladies Clubs. Pilates. Yoga. FagEnds.

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Free Table Tennis.Street/Jazz Dance Classes Age 4+.

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Busy modelling at one of my favourite places HEY guys and welcome to March / April issue of Life ‘n’ Style!

I have been really busy these past few weeks with photo shoots for Matalan, Pretty Little Thing, Missguided and MissPap at The Shankly Hotel in Liverpool City Centre. Definitely one of my fav places to work…

I get asked all the time why I love working at this venue and the reason is, unlike the majority of hotels where the rooms are all the same, the rooms here offer something totally different.

Each room tells a story with a different theme, colours and décor, even down to the baths or Jacuzzi in the bathrooms.

This is ideal for me when I’m promoting outfits or underwear as I always choose a room and colour scheme to compliment that look.

For this reason, it’s become really popular with groups of young girls as it has the best backgrounds and backdrops for the perfect selfie!

Also, keep your eyes peeled as the programme I was filming a few months back at The Shankly is going to be on TV in the next few weeks.

Here are a few little pics of the latest outfits that I have been modelling. Make sure you check my social media pages as I always promote discount codes of up to 25 per cent off.

I really liked this Pink Faux Leather Plunge Puff Sleeve Dress (£35 – Missguided) – the material is so soft and feels really expensive. It has a really nice fit too. I wore the size 10 and it fitted me perfectly.

Another dress I really liked was this Plunge Puff Sleeve Bardot Dress for £32 (Miss Pap).

It’s a proper ‘Barbie’ dress but really flattering on the waist and bum.

The size 10 fitted me like an actual glove!

Don’t know if I could have gone for a Chinese banquet in it though!

If you’re looking for a conservative but feminine look this Pink Satin Contrast Detail Button Up Blazer (£30 – Pretty Little Thing) is good.

This was a little bit snug on - I wore the 10 and normally the 10’s are perfect for me in PLT but this was a slimmer and longer fit than they normally do.

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– with JADE AINSWORTH www.jadeainsworth gossip.co.uk

Another shoot I have done recently is for a new eyelash company / brand called Papillion Beauty.

They have lovely long thick lashes that can pimp up any outfit for a night out.

You can buy them online for £8.50 if you are a makeup artist or you just like to buy in bulk they offer a trade price of 60 per cent off when you buy 20 lashes or more!

That’s it from me... till next time!

Love Jade x

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Nearly Spring

Winter is nearly over And spring is coming on strong Soon the dark days will vanish And spring won’t seem so long A little lighter everyday Fills you with such a cheer Soon winter will be over And no one will shed a tear I look for the early flowers To show their little heads Waking from their slumber In their winter’s bed Pushing up through the leaves Their tiny little shoots Have they really been dormant Attached to their roots

Spring always offers such hope With the daffodils all in bloom They may not be your favourite flower But watch them brighten up a room Now I understand Why teddy bears sleep for so long Avoiding the winter And the rain that comes along Sleeping in their den Keeping nice and warm Only waking up when winter is gone

By Paul Symons, L19

General knowledge quiz

1. In what year was Garston incorporated into the city of Liverpool? (a) 1892 (b) 1902 (c) 1912?

2. Who is famous for his “Theory of Relativity”? (a) Leonardo da Vinci (b) Albert Einstein (c) Galileo?

3. Which Midlands football team are known as “The Baggies”? (a) Walsall (b) West Brom (c) Wolves?

4. Which Scottish city is known as “The Granite City”? (a) Aberdeen (b) Dundee (c) Perth?

5. Which American city is known as “The Windy City”? (a) Chicago (b) Cincinatti (c) Cleveland?

6. The bridge in Avignon (famous for the rhyme “Sur le Pont d’Avignon”) crosses which river? (a) Rhine (b) Rhone (c) Seine?

7. What was the (approx.) weight of Nokia’s first mobile phone, the Mobira Senator, introduced in 1982? (a) 2kgs (b) 5kgs (c) 10kgs?

8. Which English poet wrote “The Rhyme of the Ancient Mariner”? (a) Lord Byron (b) John Keats (c) Samuel Taylor-Coleridge?

9. What is the minimum number of points needed to win a tie-break in tennis? (a) 6 (b) 7 (c) 8?

10. Which film actor was born Archibald Alexander Leach? (a) Cary Grant (b) James Mason (c) David Niven?

Museum to host new gallery Hospice seeks volunteers A NEW permanent gallery is set to open at the Merseyside Maritime Museum on March 28.

Located on the second floor, the exhibition will highlight the lives of the merchant sailors who drove Liverpool’s prosperity, as well as tales

of the people who sailed aboard leisure liners.

The gallery will feature one of the largest collections of ship models in the UK, a number of striking Art Deco glass panels, the story of the MV Derbyshire and much more.

WOODLANDS Hospice seeks volunteers for a number of different roles including in its café, on reception, as ward helpers, transporting patients and in its charity shops.

Volunteer coordinator David Bannister said: “Although we particularly need these specific

roles right now, we have many different opportunities coming up all the time.

If you’re fit, able and caring, we’d love to hear from you.”

To apply or find out more, call David Bannister on 0151 529 6575 or email woodlands. volunteering@aintree.nhs.uk

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FILMS SET TO BRIGHTEN YOUR SCREENS THIS SPRING

SPRING is in the air and you can be sure that your local cinema is gearing up for the brighter days and Easter school holidays with some fun films set for release.

Spring, especially Easter, always provides a solid selection of family friendly films so sit tight as we run through the best family titles due to be released in March and April.

Onward Released: 6th March 2020

It’s been an unusually slow start by Disney’s standards so far this year but their first cinematic release of 2020 is a big one. Adding to their high quality catalogue of Pixar titles, Onward tells the story of two elf brothers who venture into the real world to see if it is still possible to discover a little bit of magic in it. The often funny and likeable Chris Pratt leads the voice cast, with Tom Holland playing his brother.

Trolls World Tour Released: 20th March 2020 Yet another sequel but given the success of the first Trolls movie and its spin-off Netflix series, who’s complaining? This time, the fuzzy-haired creatures set out on an adventure to discover different clans of trolls who play different styles of music. The vocally gifted Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake return, along with Kelly Clarkson, and even Chance the Rapper drops in to entertain the masses.

Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway Released: 27th March 2020 After the runaway success of the first Peter Rabbit film, Sony will be hoping for the same again (hence the sub-title). James Corden returns as the voice of the cheeky bunny again and Domhnall Gleeson and Rose Byrne will reprise their roles as Mr. McGregor and his love interest.

Other major cast members include Daisy Ridley, Margot Robbie and David Oyelowo.

Mulan Released: 27th March 2020 Nowadays, the kids’ holidays wouldn’t be the kids’ holidays without yet another Disney liveaction/CGI remake. Last year, we were treated to three of them with Dumbo, Aladdin and The Lion King and it seems they’re not planning on stopping them anytime soon. Easter gives us Mulan, starring Chinese-American actress Liu Yifei, a story of a brave female warrior who needs to disguise herself as a man so she can join the army.

The Secret Garden Released: 17th April 2020 Based on the classic novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett, The Secret Garden has been majestically brought to life by the same producers that brought you Paddington. A charming story with a fantastic cast including Colin Firth and Julie Walters, we follow a little girl who is sent away to live with her uncle at an isolated Yorkshire estate, only to discover a magical, hidden garden locked away to everyone.

Happy viewing!

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‘PAP YOUR PETS’ – Greetings! Lots of dogs this month (not complaining!) but

remember all pets are welcome here. This edition’s winner is Alfie. Alfie wins a £25 voucher for The Vet Liverpool. Think your pet has got what it takes to win? Pap your pet and send your pet’s pic and name plus your name, address and phone number to: complink@yahoo.com. All entries must be with us by 31st March and please only send ONE photo. This month’s Pap Your Pets is kindly sponsored by The Vet Liverpool, Lorenzo Drive, WIN £25 PET VOUCHER Liverpool, L11 1BQ.

Arthur – can’t stop, won’t stop Cooper the Goldendoodle

Guiness and his dashing moustache

Mabel and her sidekick Floss

Alfie and Bailey – best friends

Hank – feeling sorry for himself

Crumpet – we’re in love

Martha – loving life

WINNER

WINNER – Alfie loves his human’s glasses

Jake – handsome little poser

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Allergies in dogs ALLERGIES are extremely common in our canine companions. Just like Hay Fever in people, once our furry friends develop these allergies they are here for life.

The allergens cause itching behaviours such as scratching, rubbing, chewing or excessive grooming of the skin as well as scooting and/or head shaking.

Itching leads to multiple skin lesions, i.e. reddening, alopecia and skin trauma.

This leads to infection. Dogs can have these allergic flare-ups seasonally or throughout the entire year.

We can do specific blood tests to see what an individual dog’s allergic trigger is but most the time this is not possible.

Therefore we need to control these flare ups by breaking the itch cycle with oral medication and topical skin products and try to minimise flare ups with ongoing management, i.e. diet, longterm medications, parasite control, shampoos and creams.

You should seek veterinary care with any skin condition as constant itching and sore skin can lead to chronic skin issues as well as behavioural problems such as restlessness and depression.

Cats of the month – Archie and Athena ARCHIE is seven months old and would like a home with his mum Athena (two years old).

He was born outside and it’s taken a while for our us to gain their trust.

They are still a little shy but in a quiet, patient home they will come on really quickly.

If you think you could offer Archie and Athena the home

Dog of the month – Tia TIA is a delightful 10-year-old Staffy cross who just adores being around people, even though she spends a great deal of time asleep!

She’ll have a mad five minutes where all the toys come out of the box and are thrown about, then she’ll settle down for another nap.

She is still active and enjoys her walks, and she can live with children aged eight and over.

Tia would rather be the only dog at home and she is perfectly house-trained.

If you think Tia could be the

four-legged friend you are looking for, you can visit Dogs Trust Merseyside on Whiston Lane, Huyton, Liverpool, L36 6HP. It’s open 12pm-4pm every day except Wednesdays, when it is closed. You can also call on 0300 303 0292, 8am-8pm MondayFriday and 9am-5pm Saturday and Sunday.

To find out more about any of the dogs at the centre, visit www. dogstrust.org.uk You can also follow the doggy ‘tails’ on Twitter @DT_Merseyside and Instagram, @dogstrust_merseyside

they deserve then please do get in touch!

For adoption enquiries please also contact Garston Animal Rescue on 0151 494 0470 or 07745 167170.

Many thanks to The Link for their continued support in helping us to find homes for stray and abandoned animals in Merseyside, we couldn’t manage without you.

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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. Which band wrote and first recorded the song “Run”, later a chart hit for Leona Lewis in 2009? (a) Franz Ferdinand (b) Kaiser Chiefs (c) Snow Patrol?

2. Which 1980’s Liverpool band had the chart singles “Love is a Wonderful Colour” and “Birds Fly (Whisper to a Scream)”? (a) Echo & the Bunnymen (b) Icicle Works (c) The Teardrop Explodes?

3. What nationality are the band Sigur Ros? (a) Danish (b) German (c) Icelandic?

4. Which soul singer had the 1966 UK & US No.1 single “When a Man Loves a Woman”? (a) Marvin Gaye (b) Otis Redding (c) Percy Sledge?

5. Which band had the Top 10 singles “Yellow”, “In My Place” & “Speed of Sound” (a) Blur (b) Coldplay (c) 10cc?

6. Drummer Zak Starkey (The Who, Oasis, etc,) is the son of which famous 60s/70s drummer? (a) Dave Clark (b) Keith Moon (c) Ringo Starr?

7. What was the nickname of Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham? (a) Basher (b) Biffo (c) Bonzo?

8. Which 60’s band had a hit single with “I’m the Urban Spaceman”? (a) Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band (b) The Kinks (c) Manfred Mann?

9. Which Liverpool band had the chart singles “Neighbourhood”, “Female of the Species” and “The Ballad of Tom Jones”? (a) Shack (b) Space (c) Supercharge?

10. With whom did Cerys Matthews duet on the 1999 single “Baby It’s Cold Outside”? (a) Tony Bennett (b) Bob Dylan (c) Tom Jones?

Across 1. “The Boys from the ----- -----“: Alan Bleasdale drama first shown on TV in 1982 (5,5) 8. Abbreviation for Iowa (US state) (2) 9. “Curved ---“: band who had the1971 hit single “Back Street Luv” (3) 10. Town which is “over the bridge” from Widnes (7) 12. “--, Myself, I”: 1980 Joan Armatrading chart single (2) 13. Annual motorcycling event in the Isle of Man (1,1,4) 15. Spooky, strange (5) 16. Automobile Association (1,1) 17. Vocalist (6) 19. Rear part of the foot, below the ankle (4) 22. European Common Market (1,1,1) 23. “--Greco”: Greek artist, b.1541, d. 1614 (2) 24. Request, book (e.g. in a restaurant) (5) 27. “---- Smith and Jones”: TV comedy series 1989-1998 (4) 29. “Up -- the Roof ”: 1962 song

by The Drifters (2) 30. Daphne -- Maurier: British author, b.1907, d.1989 (2)

31. Everton winger, 1977-79: signed from QPR & transferred to Wolves (4,6) Down 1. Town which is “over the water” from the Pier Head (10) 2. Where the Grand National is held (7) 3. Prickly plants! (5) 4. Girl’s name: song title used

by Bob Dylan, Fleetwood Mac, Starship (4) 5. Metal container used for storing food & liquids, etc. (3,3) 6. Ancient Sumerian city; birthplace of Abraham (2) 7. “Die ----------“ (translated: “The Bat”): Strauss opera (10) 11. Minerals/rocks (4) 14. Keen (5) 18. European Commission (1,1) 20. ---- Fitzgerald: Jazz singer, b.1917, d.1996 (4) 21. Be defeated; be deprived of (4) 25. Homer Simpson’s catchphrase (3) 26. Brian ---: musician, original member of Roxy Music (3) 28. Audio-visual (abbrev.) (1,1) 30. District Attorney (1,1)

This Month’s Quiz Answers – General Knowledge Quiz on page 15 Crossword Solution

Music Quiz

1. Snow Patrol 2. Icicle Works 3. Icelandic 4. Percy Sledge 5. Coldplay 6. Ringo Starr 7. Bonzo 8. Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band 9. Space 10. Tom Jones

Across: 1. Black Stuff 8. IA 9. Air 10. Runcorn 12. Me 13 TT Race 15. Eerie 16.

AA 17. Singer 19. Heel 22.

ECM 23. El 24. Order 27.

Alas 29. On 30. Du 31. Dave Thomas Down: 1. Birkenhead 2.

Aintree 3. Cacti 4. Sara 5.

Tin can 6. Ur 7. Fledermaus 11. Ores 14. Eager 18. EC 20. Ella 21. Lose 25. Doh 26.

Eno 28. AV 30. DA

Sudoku – March/April answers

General Knowledge

1. 1902 2. Einstein 3. West Brom 4. Aberdeen 5. Chicago 6. Rhone 7. 10 kgs 8. Taylor-Coleridge 9. seven 10. Cary Grant

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Croft struggle to regain last season’s form

By Mick Titherington

HAVING gone last season’s campaign without suffering a defeat, Stoneycroft are now struggling to regain the form that saw them finish as champions.

Injuries to key players and other absentees have led to enforced changes.

The Maiden Lane based club have now suffered their third defeat in 12 games, putting any thoughts of another promotion on hold.

The exits from cup competitions have also added to the club’s woes.

Perhaps the most worrying aspect for manager Paddy McBride is his side’s failure to close games down, allowing

opponents to come from behind to claim the points.

James Kennedy has retained his goal scoring ability but even his hat-trick was not enough to secure victory against visitors Empress as the home side squandered a three-goal lead in a second half collapse in which they conceded four.

Despite these disappointments Paddy remains convinced he can turn things around and get his side challenging for top slot once again.

“Now is the time for us all to pull together,” he said. “We’ve got the talent, we just need to concentrate and control games more. We are capable of putting together a good run to take us up

By Jim Stanway the table and I am confident we SOUTH Liverpool FC remain can do that.” on course to achieve a top-five position in the West Cheshire League first division after 14 games which is just over halfway through the league season.

The top-five position is the are both starting to be cut adrift. minimum position required if the In Division One The Empress club are to qualify for promotion currently lead with 36 points but to the next level of the football Quarry Bank are hot on their pyramid, the North West heels with 31 points and four Counties League. games in hand.

Of course the club need to At the foot of the table things satisfy certain ground grading are looking bleak for Liverpool criteria and the improvements Hibernia who are currently need to be done by the end of pointless.

March.

In the Youth Division the The club is waiting for the weather has played havoc with go-ahead for funding from the the fixtures but Warbreck are currently top with 30 points from Football Stadia Improvement Fund and then the requisite work can 11 games.

Their nearest rivals are be done.

Litherland REMYCA who have 18 South’s first team remain points with four games in hand. unbeaten in the league after 14 games with 11 wins including recent wins against Ellesmere Port Town by 3-2 with a hat-trick for leading scorer, Mason Nevitt, and a 2-1 away win at Redgate Rovers with goals from Cameron Dalton and Brad Williams.

The team has also made progress in the league cup with a 5-0 win over the current league champions, Newton, with two goals from Dalton and one each for Williams, Peter McShane and Stuart Cornfoot.

If you’re interested in getting South’s reserve team have involved in senior hockey, visit reached two semi-finals which will www.liverpoolseftonhockeyclub. be played next month. co.uk for information about The team defeated Valley Old sessions, training times and Boys by 5-1 with two goals for membership fees.

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Can Woolton hold on at the top of the Premier Division?

AT THIS crucial stage of the season all eyes are on MSB Woolton as they are at the top of the Premier Division in the Liverpool Premier League and they are looking to win the title for the first time in their history.

At this moment in time they are nine points clear at the top but nearest rivals Liverpool Nalgo have two games in hand, with BRNESC and East Villa a further three points behind but also with games in hand.

At the bottom of the league it looks as though it could be a battle to avoid relegation for Alumni and Waterloo GSOB who

Sessions proving successful THE #juniorSTIX sessions at Liverpool Sefton are going from strength to strength and we’re delighted to see both attendee and volunteer numbers climbing.

W1s midfielder Gaby Goodman (pictured) is one of our new volunteers who has helped out massively this season.

Sessions run on Sundays from 11.30am to 12.30pm at Liverpool College, the first two weeks are free to see if you like it.

It doesn’t matter if you’ve never played before or if you play in school, our coaches cater for all abilities.

South’s Mason Nevitt has three hat-tricks among his 23 goals this season.

Kalif Koura, Michael Speed and Ciaran Fitzsimons in the Liverpool County FA Junior Cup and Maghull Reserves by 3-2 with two goals for Curtis Cummins and one for Neil Roach in the West Cheshire League second division cup.

The club’s under 21s have also reached a semi-final by defeating St Helens Town under 21s in the Liverpool County FA Sunday Intermediate Cup by 3-1 with two goals from Curtis Elias and one for Lewis Scott.

The club’s Sunday veterans first team have also reached a semifinal having defeated Hindsford on penalties in the Cheshire Veterans League cup. The team had been 4-0 up with three goals from Curtis Cummins and one for Mark Ellison but were clawed back to 4-4 with minutes to go.

The team kept their nerve in the shoot-out and triumphed by 4-3.They remain on course to win the Premier Division title and gave themselves a major boost with a 12-0 thrashing of Moore United with eight goals for Curtis Cummins and three for Mark Ellison and one for Neil Roach.

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