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Bandstand verdict due soon A DECISION about moving the bandstand on Bognor Regis seafront is set to be made soon. THe debate on relocating the historic structure is due to take place in the next three months. A feasilbity study into the possibility was resumed this week, the Post can reveal, after a halt to the work was ordered in the early summer. THe councillor behind that decision,
Bognor Regis regeneration subcommittee chairman Phil Hitchins, said it was important to find out as soon as possible if the bandstand could be placed at Arun District Council’s preferred location of Waterloo Square Gardens. Cllr Hitchins (C, Aldwick W) said: “I have given the go-ahead for the feasibility study to be re-started. We can’t do anything at that end of the promenade
until we know if the bandstand can be moved. “THe study will be carried out by the council’s engineers so it should not take too long, though they are busy with work on the Hothamton linear park plans and the Regis Centre sites for the regeneration and other schemes. “If we can move it, that will be a decision that will come to the sub-committee. We will have an extra meeting in December
and get the bandstand sorted in January. “If we can’t move it, the council might have to consider changing its strategy for the seafront. But at least we will know. “Until we do that feasibility study, we are just in abeyance. Everything is up in the air.” THe potential move of the bandstand has been controversial with seafront residents and some councillors since it Turn to page five
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Nurse jailed for sexual assaults on his patients A NURSE from Bognor Regis has been jailed for 12 years for sexually abusing hospital patients. A jury on Monday found Stephen Board, 65, now unemployed, of Linden Road, guilty of seven counts of sexual assault and one count of sexual assault by penetration. Judge Christina Laing told Board: "You gave in to the most perverted desires to sexually molest women, no doubt enjoying the thrill and risk of possibly being caught. "THese women were in the most vulnerable position imaginable, two having come from major surgery and one having had cataract surgery. "If she had reacted in any way, she would have been blinded." Board was also placed on the sexual offenders register for life. THe trial at Hove Crown Court was told that Board was charged with two offences of sexual assault on a woman then aged 78 at St Richard's Hospital, Chichester, on December 10, 2015; with two offences of sexual assault on a woman then aged 34 at Worthing Hospital on February 7, 2008; and with four offences of sexual assualt on a woman then aged 19 at Worthing Hospital on January 28, 2006. Board targeted the women patients
while he was working at the two hospitals during a ten-year period. He sexually assaulted the two women at Worthing Hospital in the recovery room as they emerged from having anaesthetics after they had undergone surgery. His third victim was sexually assaulted as she was undergoing cataract surgery at St Richard's Hospital. THe charges followed an investigation by detectives from the West Sussex Safeguarding Investigations Unit. Speaking after the verdict, Sussex Police Detective Constable Carolyn Moore said: "It took a great deal of courage for the victims to come forward and support this investigation. "THey were in a position of extreme vulnerability when they were sexually assaulted and wanted to ensure that nobody else suffered the same emotional trauma. "Board abused his position of trust in the worst possible way and the guilty verdict on all eight counts is a just reflection on the gravity of the crimes he committed. "We always take any such reports of this nature seriously and will encourage any victims to come forward and speak to our specially trained officers."
Unique dementia day in town has facts and activities in store LAUGHING yoga will be among the activities available at the first day of its kind in Bognor Regis. THe exercise will be provided for those with dementia at the Bognor Regis and Chichester Dementia Action Alliance event. It is taking place from 10am-2.30pm this Sunday at the Laburnum Centre in Lyon Street. Chair-based exercises, the Inspire Choir and creative talks about the 1950s will also be provided. For the carers, three sets of speakers have been lined up to talk about various aspects of the illness.
Martha Pusey, who chairs the alliance, said: "We have never held a day like this before. "We wanted to do something interesting and then to develop it. "We wanted to get more information about dementia to people who are carers but we also wanted to provide activities for their loved ones." THe event has been backed by West Sussex County Council and Irwin Mitchell solicitors and is also marking the worldwide older people's day. Tickets are priced £5 each from Martha on 07867 618513 or brchidaa@ outlook.com
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f Work underway on the A259 cycle path MOTORISTS have been advised to allow extra time for their journeys on the A259 east of Bognor Regis. THe main construction work began this week on a £2m cycleway and footpath along the coastal road's northern side. THe major improvement scheme is set to last six months, weather permitting. THe A259 will remain open throughout but temporary traffic lights will be used during part of the works. Short sections of Worms Lane and Yapton Road at Comet Corner will be closed. West Sussex County Council's cabinet member for highways, Cllr Bob Lanzer, said: "Delays for road users are inevitable when this type of major improvement scheme is taking place. "So, we would advise people to allow extra time for their journeys. We apologise for the inconvenience and will do all we
can to keep disruption to a minimum." THe new cyclepath/footway along the 4.5km route will be 3m wide and stretch from Hoe Lane to the west of Yapton Road. THe existing footway from Yapton Road to Church Lane in Climping will be widened to 3m and the footway just west of Ferry Road junction will also be widened. New and improved crossing facilities will be created at Yapton Road, north of Comet Corner; A259/Climping Street junction; Church Lane/A259 roundabout; and A259 west of Ferry Road junction. Edwin Jones, the secretary of Bognor Regis and Chichester Cycling UK, said: "We welcome the start of work on construction of the Flansham to Climping cyclepath alongside the main road. "THe A259 from Bognor Regis to Littlehampton is very busy with fast-
moving cars and lorries and is quite narrow. It is only used by the bravest of cyclists. "Completion of the path will encourage many more people to cycle safely from Bognor Regis to Littlehampton both for leisure and commuting, taking more people out of cars." THe completion of the path next spring would create an almost complete cyclepath from Littlehampton to Bognor Regis and on to Chichester. He said most cyclists currently avoided the A259 by taking a long diversion through Middleton and Yapton. Half the funding for the scheme came from the Coast to Capital local economic partnership. It aimed to promote sustainability and the money would have been spent elsewhere if it had not been used for the cyclepath, he added.
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AN EXHIBITION about William Blake launched in Bognor Regis is set to go on tour. THe ongoing event at the town's library, started for this month's Blakefest celebration of the famous poet, is likely to go on show in Chichester soon. THe virtual reality element of the exhibition has been lined up for a pop-up event at the University of Manchester. Dr Naomi Billingsley, a research fellow at the university, is keen to share the display with her academic networks. But the exhibition - called Dandelion Vision - is about to enter its final week at the library. It is open 2pm-5pm today and tomorrow and every day until its last day on October 5. Blakefest joint founder Rachel Searle said: "THe exhibition features work from 20 international artists and has been further enhanced by work from the performance artists, Anna Fairchild and Bettina Fund. "THe magical virtual tour of William Blake's Cottage, which contains cut-outs of Blake's paintings and information boards, is curated by Dr Billingsley, and the footage was shot and edited by the virtual reality company, Immersive Design, for the Big Blake Project." An extra feature at the exhibition will be a signing session by creative Bognor Regis resident Kate Pollard of her debut novels at 1pm tomorrow. "Her books appeal to teenagers of all age groups and were published last
year by THe Big Blake Project," said Rachel. "The Brightness and the recent sequel, The Breakout, completes the story which has been described as 'a tale of supernatural fantasy in the genre of CS Lewis and Tolkien in the best possible way'." Kate also has a piece in the exhibition. A short talk from highly-regarded Mexican poet and translator Adriana Diaz-Ensico will follow. Adriana is a poet, fiction author and translator, with 11 books published. As well as her publications, she is also a translator. Her unpublished novel, Ciudad doliente de Dios, was inspired by Blake's prophetic poems. She teaches literature and translation at the Cervantes Institute in London and is a trustee of Modern Poetry in Translation. She will be talking about the three years from 1800 which Blake spent in Felpham during which he wrote the words which became Jerusalem. THe exhibition also includes Blake's spectacles found in the garden of his cottage and THe Non-Bifurcated Man motion and sound installation by Mikey Georgeson. THis has been praised by senior West Sussex County Council members, council leader Louise Goldsmith and cabinet member for safer and stronger communities, Debbie Kennard. Cllr Mrs Kennard said: "I think it made poetry more alive and intense having it in your eye."
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` Vehicles entered ITEMS have been stolen from five vehicles around Bognor Regis five nights in a row. DVD headphones and loose change were stolen from a vehicle parked in Rose Green Road, Pagham, on September 21. In nearby Hook Lane, the previous night saw a vehicle have a Nintendo DS, a hands-free control set and loose change stolen. Overnight on September 19, a Black and Decker drill was stolen from a vehicle in Kingsmead, Felpham. No items were stolen from an insecure vehicle in Middleton's Tuscan Avenue the previous night. Meanwhile, in Upton Brooks in Barnham, overnight on September 17 and 18, two insecure vehicles were entered and a purse, a driver's licence, bank cards and keys were stolen.
` Volunteers sought VOLUNTEERS who can speak a range of Eastern European languages are being sought by the policing teams in Bognor Regis and Chichester. Anyone who can help will be asked to assist Sussex Police engage with their local communities, keep people informed and help to identify concerns and priorities. Speakers of Bulgarian, Lithuanian, Latvian, Polish and Romanian are wanted. Anyone taken on will be subject to vetting, must have lived in the UK for at least three years and not have a criminal record. Details from Kris.Ottery@sussex.pnn.police.uk
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Homes' waste to Ford plans SEWAGE from new homes in Pagham will be pumped some ten miles away to be treated. Southern Water is proposing to send the effluent from two out of three of the proposed dwellings to its treatment works at Ford on the other side of Bognor Regis. Only the 400 homes intended for the Pagham South site would have their waste handled locally to avoid causing damage to the neighbouring Pagham Harbour local nature reserve. A memorandum of understanding drawn up by Southern Water and Arun District Council and revealed on Monday states: "... it is expected that only the 400 at Pagham South connect to the Pagham waste water treatment works, in line with the preferred option. THis would only take capacity to the existing permit level and so it would not be expected to impact water quality at Pagham Harbour." THe memo says the environmental permits at the Pagham works are sufficient to accommodate the extra flows from the 400 homes without affecting the harbour's water quality. But it said the microalgae status of the harbour was classed as borderline by the Environment Agency under European clean water rules. "THough the contribution from the treatment works is small, if flows were to go over that consented, then it may be considered significant," says the memo. As revealed, raw sewage has been discharged into the harbour from the Pagham works 55 times in five years. THe solution put forward by Southern
Water to overcome the situation is to use its current major works at Ford. THese would also handle the waste from the 2,300 homes intended for Barnham/ Eastergate/Westergate because the works at Lidsey are close to their limit. "To ensure delivery of existing commitments in this area and some early units at this location, Southern Water has an interim solution that will mean connections can be made to the existing plant, until it reaches the existing flow permit level. "THe preferred solution at this stage is for a new pipeline to connect development at BEW to the Ford works," says the memo. "It is anticipated this would be funded jointly by Southern Water and developers on the basis of the proportion of developers' overall contribution to the 2,300 homes allocated for the site up to 2031." THe memo states an extension to the Ford site is likely to be needed by 2031. THe document was among a flurry of evidence given to the resumed enquiry being held by planning inspector Mark Dakeyne into Arun District Council's draft local plan land use blueprint at the start of its second week on Monday. Pagham Parish Council chairman Ray Radmall said in his evidence it was worried the housing could be built without the facilities to treat its waste. "THis would then result in an unsuitable alternative being sought, e.g. private sewage plants, which in this highly protected habitat would be completely inappropriate," he added.
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Patricia thanks everyone from her heart for charity success HUNDREDS of pounds was raised by a delighted Aldwick woman at the first event by her charity group. Patricia Hopper was delighted by the £405 which was brought in for the British Heart Foundation at the bring and buy sale and coffee morning. Last Saturday's occasion at her West Meads home marked the first public outing for the charity's Aldwick fundraising group she helped to found. She said: "I'm really, really pleased with how the day went. I thought I might make £100 and so I couldn't believe it when I added all the donations up. "Some people just gave me money as they walked by and didn't want to buy anything. I'm very grateful to everyone
who gave donations and those who helped out on the day. THere was a lot of work involved. "I've still a load of donated items left over and they are going to be collected by the BHF and go into their shops, which will raise even more money." Scores of well-wishers went along to the sale. Some stayed for several hours to enjoy a cup of coffee or tea in the autumn sunshine. Patricia, of Queens Field West, started the group with Elizabeth Atkins, Diana Mercer and Valerie Pratt. She has been involved elsewhere with the BHF for many years. THat included ten years of completing its annual London to Brighton cycle ride.
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Sunday 8th October 2017 The Pavilion Theatre, Worthing 10am start Run, walk or jog a 5k or 10k route raising vital funds for our dementia services www.guildcare.org/walk 01903 528613 Registered charity 1044658
Events Officer, Lily Banister-Weir said, “The purpose of A Walk To Remember is to raise money for our dementia services and people living with dementia. It brings the community together whilst raising awareness for an important cause. By signing up to the walk you could make new friends, take the dog for a lovely walk and have fun whilst raising money.” Entrants doing the 5k route will go along the seafront to George V Avenue and back where as those entering the 10k route will go to Goring Gap and back, both routes can be run, walked or jogged and are dog friendly so participants are encouraged to bring along their furry friends to join in the fun. The event is open to everyone and costs £10.00 per person. There is also a family rate of £25.00 for 2 adults and 2 children under 16 years of age and a corporate rate of £50 for business groups to put in a team. So if you’re looking for the whole family to be a part of something meaningful and give back together or are a company wanting to try some team building or want to show your business supports a local charity, then get involved and sign up now.
One person said, “I did the Walk To Remember to support Guild Care and the wonderful work they did for my Mum. I can’t praise them enough, the support we had was brilliant! Guild Care is very important and not only do they look after your relative but they look after you as well.” One person said, “We did the Walk To Remember again this year because we need organisations like Guild Care to help out with dementia and we’re happy to raise money for such a good cause.” Guild Care understands that caring for a loved one can be exhausting and isolating experience, so they strive to provide dementia services to not only allow people living with dementia to have a place to feel comfortable and understood but for their carers to get advice and support, making sure no one has to feel alone on this journey. You can still sign up for A Walk To Remember at www. guildcare.org/walk or call the Fundraising Team on 01903 528613 and it is possible to register on the day too.
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Tribute to business owner Keith whose name lives on
ONE OF the best known business owners in Bognor Regis has passed away. Keith Jay died peacefully in his sleep at mid-day on Sunday, aged 82. He had been a prominent resident of the town since 1965. Keith was born in London to Sam, who became the inspiration for Sammy Community Transport, and Gwen and spent his early years in Minehead where his father had business interests. After attending prep school in Market Drayton, he was educated at Millfield in Somerset and Blundell's in Tiverton. He was not academically gifted but possessed a photographic memory, which served him well in his very successful business career. After his National Service, he entered the retail furniture trade in Birmingham, those whowithout family help, as a van boy/trainee. was a lot of He worked for several retailers in the next few years before he secured a job in d items left1960 as the manager of a store in Sutton collected byColdfield and soon worked his way up to hops, whichthe top of the business as an employee. " In 1965, he bought a small lock-up shop nt along tonear Bognor Regis railway station with eral hours to£2,000 and opened a small furniture and the autumncarpet retail business in London Road. Within 15 months, he had acquired West, startedpremises on either side of his shop. kins, DianaHis success continued and, by 1969, he managed to obtain the lease on the ewhere withsite where his very popular showrooms THat includedwere situated and became a name its annualsynonymous with Bognor Regis. e. One of his friends, Joe Putran, said:
"Keith always treated people and customers the way he liked to be treated. "By selling high quality goods at a reasonable price, under his ownership, Keith Jay Ltd developed a reputation unsurpassed in the area. "In 1990, after 25 years of great success, Keith sold out to his staff as a co-operative and retired. THe business continued to prosper until two years ago when the building was destroyed in a major fire." Keith supported many charities without publicity. He and his partner of 50 years, Louis Hunter, would visit hospitals, the fire station and St Wilfrid's Hospice to give out hundreds of presents for Christmas, new year and Easter. He also regularly donated cash and food to the town's foodbank. "His passion was motor cars," said Joe, "especially old classics and, over the years, he owned many very desirable and award-winning cars. "In 1980, he joined the Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts' Club where he became actively involved first locally, then through the central southern section and finally, nationally, when he became the first registrar of the 20hp Register." Keith also set up the Paphos Pajero Club for all 4X4 enthusiasts on Cyprus where he and Louis had a winter home. Joe met them there more than 25 years ago and moved to Bognor Regis in 2015 to take care of Keith. Louis died in February, 2016, and Keith has followed him after a monumental struggle to get well and to stay positive and cheerful.
UN award for college AN AWARD recognising a school putting the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child into practice has been achieved at Felpham Community College. THe college is one of only 22 secondary schools to achieve the level two award in the UK. In April, 2015, Felpham Community College successfully achieved level one and has since been visited by two Unicef representatives as part of the level two assessment. THe assessment report noted that the college is very outward-looking and has actively engaged with both the local community and wider world. THe Rights Respecting Schools Award (RRSA) is championed through UNICEF UK. It recognises a school's commitment to putting the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child at the heart of its planning, policies, practices and ethos. Michelle Kelly, senior assistant headteacher, said: "THis award is absolutely fantastic. Everyone has worked really hard with both local communities and the wider global communities to achieve this.
THis award has helped us in celebrating equality and differences and celebrate diversity within our school. "It feels fantastic to be one of 22 secondary schools to have achieved this award. Everyone here has been part of it, so it feels like a whole school achievement." Amber Hearn, 13, said: "We have spent time discussing ideas about articles to put up in school. "One of the articles is article 24, which is about every child having the right to access to water. "We put water fountains up around the school and placed the article above them. "I think it's really cool we have this award and shows our school has equality." Headteacher Mark Anstiss said: "In some ways this has been a lot of work in aspects, but it also has been a continuation of work across the school. "THis award and the projects have been valuable to our students in school and the wider and global community. "THe school has benefited greatly from the process. It helps to prepare the students for society and the world they are going in to."
From page one Was suggested a year ago. Arun wants the change of location because the site the Grade II-listed bandstand has occupied since 1948 is on the widest part of the promenade. In the council’s Bognor Regis seafront strategy, it foresees that area as a zone for businesses. At Arun’s overview select committee on Tuesday, property and estates manager Paul Broggi was asked to carry out a review of the concessions operated on council land. Mr Broggi told the committee the uncertainty about the bandstand was delaying implementing the strategy. “THe council has a budget to build the first concession there and that will set the template for what the council would like to see on the seafront," he said. “We hope this will encourage others along the seafront once we are able to offer them longer leases. “But whether the bandstand stays or is relocated will affect where the stalls are.” Mr Broggi said Arun had taken back direct control of the licences or leases of the businesses run on its land or premises on April 30 after several years of the work being carried out on its behalf by Chichester District Council. Cllr Anne Rapnik (UKIP aligned with the Independents, Bersted) said she believed the seven food stalls between the pier and Gloucester Road were too many. Cllr Barbara Oakley (C, Middleton) said more seafront businesses should be open throughout the year.
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Haviland House – Dedicated to caring for people throughout their dementia journey A WARM WELCOME AWAITS YOU AT HAVILAND HOUSE and the Bradbury Well-Being Centre, which is located a few miles from Worthing at Goring-by-Sea, West Sussex. Opened in 2015, this purpose built home offers person-centred care for people with dementia and supports the family throughout their dementia journey.
quality of life matters. They learn how to look, sound and feel like butterflies at work. Being natural in dementia care involves flitting between people, being still, connecting, creating colour and changing moments.” Within Haviland House there five small ‘households’ of up to 12 individuals with bedrooms, a living room, quiet room and separate dining facilities. Each ‘household’ supports a different stage of dementia. So as a person’s needs change, the service we offer will evolve and adapt, ensuring that we continue to provide the highest standards of care. High staffing ratios provide residential and nursing care around-the-clock. We believe that people with dementia are individuals, and we treat them as such. Every family member and their relatives are considered and consulted in decisions about their own care. As a person’s needs change, the service we offer will also evolve and adapt, ensuring that we continue to provide the highest standards of care. High staffing ratios provide first class residential and nursing care around-the-clock.
Haviland House has recently adopted the ‘butterfly approach’ which has been developed by Dementia Matters. This type of approach means that staff, individuals living here and their relatives, spends the day together and we focus on people’s feelings as much as their personal care needs. We never take a ‘one size fits all’ and instead provide care in a way that values our family members likes, dislikes, routines and values. Chris Walton-Turner, Haviland House Manager said: “We all live in the moment – moments matter. For everyone with or without a dementia all we have is now. We cannot yet fix dementia as a condition but we can fix our approach. Showing people living with a dementia that we know their feelings matter most can transform lives. “Dementia Care Matters has developed an approach using the metaphor of a butterfly. Staff who ‘get it’, know in their heart that
Staffing levels are specially tailored to meet the needs of the family members living within each household. The nursing care and oversight of those living at Haviland House recognise that most people with dementia have other health conditions. Therefore our nursing care means our family members don’t need to leave if their health deteriorates. End of life and palliative care is provided irrespective of stage of dementia.
a much-needed hub for people with dementia, their carers, and families in the local community. We offer live music, crafts, outings and cinema screenings. There is a hair salon and residents and customers can relax and enjoy a range of therapies, massage and beauty treatments. . Haviland House and the Bradbury Well-being Centre are here for people throughout their dementia journey, giving them the confidence to remain in dependent in their homes for a long as possible making it possible for people to truly live well with dementia. Chris added: “Haviland is a home for life. So someone coming here might not stay in the same household if their dementia deteriorates they will move. We are all in this journey together and we want to ensure that Haviland House provides a friendly and homely environment that makes more sense to the people who live here. The butterfly approach is a new way of supporting people living with dementia which we believe makes a real difference to their wellbeing.” To discuss your needs or to arrange a visit, please contact our Customer Enquiries Team on 01903 372327 or email: enquiry@ guildcare.org
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THousands of tiles need replacing on the main chancel roof and above the side aisles. THe survey last summer prompted the start of fundraising three months before the official launch of the appeal. Mr Eminson stressed the need for fundraising to carry on because of the continuing deterioration of the condition of the roof. Some £200,000 more had to be raised to ensure all the faults could be repaired. "Already, we are seeing the first signs externally on the roof of ominous gaps," he warned. "So, Raise the Roof continues into 2018 and we trust that God will provide for His house in Pagham in all sorts of and sometimes unexpected - ways. "Among other events, we are planning a bingo night in February, our annual art exhibition in May and our summer fair in July." A history of Pagham weddings was also being planned for September 22 next year for a unique exhibition of ceremonies from the past. "THis will be a chance to gather together Pagham wedding memorabilia down the decades. So, anyone whose parents or grandparents were marred in the church is welcome to get in touch with us," said Mr Eminson. Further applications for grants had also been made to various bodies, he added. THese included the national lottery and other heritage organisations to help to ensure the appeal's target was reached.
Housing scheme in Walberton is approved for a second time A SECOND approval in two months to a housing scheme in Walberton has been given by councillors. Members of Arun District Council's development control committee were asked to make the unusual double decision after a rare mistake by one of the council's planning officers. Dan Vick had given a wrong definition of brownfield development, of previously used land, when the committee originally agreed the outline plans for 22 homes at Barnfield House in Arundel Road should be approved. He said the site was a brownfield
location but the land is legally regarded as a greenfield site. Mr Vick told the committee's latest meeting last Wednesday all the other aspects of his recommendation to approve the development stayed the same. THey agreed to re-affirm their first vote without any debate. Committee chairman Ricky Bower said: "THere was some erroneous advice given and you are being asked to re-consider it. "Because it is a re-consideration and not a re-submission, there is no public speaking."
functional mental health needs such as depression, anxiety or those who are experiencing isolation. Help is also available for people, including carers, affected by dementia and memory loss. Anyone interested in booking a mindfulness session at the library in London Road can get a free ticket in advance from the library. Town mayor Cllr Phil Woodall will open the event at 10am and it will run until 2pm. THe theme of this year's world mental health day is mental health in the workplace. THe events at the library are part of Time to Change (TTC) West Sussex, a growing social movement to end discrimination about mental health. TTC West Sussex is a partnership of several organisations, led by the county council and administered by Coastal West Sussex Mind.
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` Open surgery TOWN councillors Steve Goodheart and Pat Dillon are staging their latest open surgery today (Friday). THe event is taking place from 3pm-5pm at the Regis School of Music in Sudley Road. It will give residents in the town council's Hotham ward the chance to raise any matters of concern with them. Also on offer will be the chance to join the Hotham Watch section of Neighbourhood Watch to deter criminals and provide crime prevention advice. Anyone unable to get to the meeting and would still like to discuss a matter should contact 01243 863319.
` Pedestrian injured A 19-YEAR-OLD Bognor Regis man sustained serious head injuries in a collision with a car. THe pedestrian was flown to Southampton General Hospital by air ambulance for treatment after the accident on Tuesday afternoon. THe collision occurred around 3.10pm on the B2166 Lower Bognor Road at Lagness. Witnesses are being sought by police. THe motorist, a Bognor Regis man aged 64, was driving a grey Citroen C5. He was unhurt. A Sussex Police spokesman said: "THe road was closed for almost three hours while emergency services were at the scene." Anyone who saw what happened, or who might have other relevant information, should visit sussex. police.uk/contact-us or call 101
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SHIPS made famous in a Hollywood film were built in Chichester Harbour, it was revealed to archivists at their annual meeting. THe fifth and sixth rate vessels were constructed at Itchenor between 1745 and 1809, speaker Dr Ian Friel told the gathering at Pagham Village Hall. A total of nine of the Royal Navy ships, usually two-masted, were built there, along with three others. THe naval vessels of up to 44 guns were put into print by Patrick O'Brian whose work was turned into the film, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World, starring Russell Crowe. Dr Friel said: "You wouldn't expect large sailing warships to be built in Chichester Harbour because of the shallow water and number of sandbanks." He discovered the previously hidden history of the shipbuilding in the
Admiralty national archives at Kew. His talk was one of four at the meeting last Saturday held by the West Sussex Archives Society on the theme of Maritime Sussex. Richard Howell, the society's secretary, said: "You are always discovering something new when you look at the archives. THey might not have been looked at in depth since they were written. I had no idea about the shiipbuilding, for instance." At least 50 delegates attended the society's first meeting at the hall since it opened in 1998. THe society's vice-chairman, Leigh Lawson, said: "Coming here has worked out really well. It's absolutely ideal being close to the sea." THe meeting also featured displays by 11 societies about different aspects of the past of Sussex.
A FELPHAM couple are in need for a small car to help journey them to Mongolia next year. John and Shirley Winton, aged 63 and 56, are taking part in the unique rally from Goodwood next July. John said: "I spent 20 years in the RAF and ten years as a police officer and Shirley was in the NHS. "Now retired, we try to raise funds for charity, hence this drive of madness. Over 10.000 miles, through 16 countries, over 50 days, in a ludicrously small and inadequate car of less 1000cc or less. We may even drive back!
"We are fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support and Action Cool Earth and our team name will be THe Comforteers." THe event will begin at Goodwood on July, 15, 2018 and finish in Ulan Ude, just inside the Russian border from Mongolia. John added: "We are wondering if anyone locally might have an extremely inexpensive car - free would work for us that they think might make it to Mongolia on this charitable cause.? "We can have up to 1.2 litres but to keep in the spirit a 1 litre would be better." You can call John on: 07719890718
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Southdowns festival of dance and song brings folk together PACKED full of music, dance and singing, the Southdowns Folk Festival drew in crowds over the weekend. THe festival returned for the fifth year to Bognor Regis with glorious weather and plenty on offer for all ages. Held over four days, the event in the town centre included a dance programme, schools project, skills project and market and craft stalls. London Road, the High Street, William Hardwicke, THe Alex, Hothampton Arms, Regis Centre, Alexandra THeatre and Place St Maur all hosted a variety of entertainment with well-attended crowds. Brighton-based dancers Crooked Moon Appalachian were invited to come to the festival, performing and hosting a workshop session. THe group was formed in 2011 and has 14 dancers. Dancer Ben Schwausch, 31, said: “It’s great to be here for the second year. We love performing and bringing different forms of dance to people who have never seen it before. It’s fantastic to be able to keep the traditions going.” Fellow dancer Sarah Leverton, 33, said: “We have performed existing routines at the festival. We practice for two hours every week, throughout the year. THis is our last festival we are performing at this summer. "It’s really great to have an audience and to see the sunshine this year. THese festivals give a great opportunity for people to join in and raise awareness of the different dance styles.” Cecilia Price, 38, and her son Tyler, six,
were attending the event on Saturday from Pagham. Cecilia said: “It’s been a really enjoyable day. It’s not my sort of thing really, but we happened to be in town getting some shopping and Tyler heard the music so we went to look. It’s actually been really great fun. "We had some fun watching the dancers by the arcade and then just went to watch a Punch and Judy show in the marquee. Most of it is free which is great and the weather’s been fantastic today.” Inside the Studio at the Regis Centre, visitors could enjoy intimate sets played by musicians. Ilona, 30 from Bulgaria, pictured centre, right, lives in London and was invited to play a set. She said: “My manager knows the organiser and I was invited down to play. THe festival is such a great idea, and Bognor Regis is such a lovely little town. People here are really warm and sweet. "I really love the intimate audience with people coming here who actually want to listen to you and enjoying the music – it’s priceless. THese events are so important to bring the community together. "In big towns, people are used to these types of events all the time and the novelty wears off. A smaller town like here gives people a sense of belonging and there is nothing like music at bringing people together.” THe Datchet Border Morris dancers from Windsor were adorned in their costumes complete with face paints. THe group, who formed in 1961, have 19 members ranging in age from 14 to 94.
Tim Harris, Eddie Walter and Harrie Hayward were thrilled to be at the festival for their first year. Harrie said: “We’ve had a really good crowd and had great weather. THese festivals are lovely events and give lots of people the chance to experience different forms of dance and music. It’s important for people to see these things and keep the traditions going.” Also featured at the festival was the Festival Schools Project which featured five local primary schools performing songs based on the sea. Adian THorn, the year three teacher from South Bersted Primary School, said: “We have brought the year four class to the Folk Festival this year. It’s been really well attended and the children performed really well. It has a happy vibe here and gives the children a chance to learn about culture and performing. All the children have been really comfortable performing and it’s helped their social development.” Elsie Merritt, aged nine, from the school said: “It was really fun and exciting. I’ve really enjoyed the music. We sang our school song, ‘We’re bound for South Australia’ today. It’s been fun to be with children from all different schools too.” Organiser Roger Nash said: "THe weather was really good and the standard of musicians and dancers were excellent. THe town was rammed, especially on Saturday, which is the name of the game. "It was a fabulous festival, it was the best one we've done yet."
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` Wine expert talk POST wine columnist Martin Lury will be passing on his expert knowledge to members of Pagham and District Residents' Association. Martin will be giving a talk at a wine-tasting session being held by the group to raise funds. THe evening will take place at 7.30pm on October 7 at Pagham Village Hall in Pagham Road, Pagham. Tickets, priced £10 each, have to be booked in advance from Jan on 01243 697593 or Pam on 01243 265604. THe cost include wines, nibbles and entry to a prize draw.
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Eve dancing her way to top TALENTED young dancer Eve Ursell is rehearsing hard to take part in a professional ballet performance. Bognor Regis resident Eve, 11, has been chosen by the English Youth Ballet as a ballet stat of the future for its latest staging of Coppelia next month. THe ballet company will be visiting the Kings THeatre in Southsea for three shows on October 21 and 22. Eve, of Shripney Road, will be among 100 of the finest dancers aged from eight to 18 from the region who will fill the soloist and corps de ballet roles. She said: "I started dancing when I was two or three years old. "One of my sisters did dance and I sort of followed her into it. "I am looking forward to the experience of dancing with English Youth Ballet and being on the stage in front of lots of people. In the future, I would like to be in the women's international rugby team." THe ballet will star international principal dancers Samantha Camejo, Monica Tapiador, Amy Drew, Phillip Tunstall, Matthew Powell and Trevor Wood. Eve, who attends Bishop Luffa School in Chichester, was selected after English Youth Ballet held a large audition at the Kings THeatre last June. Nearly 200 young hopefuls turned up to the two auditions which were held on the historic stage. THe lucky dancers heard they had been chosen on the day amid the exciting and electric atmosphere. Rehearsals for the ballet are taking place at Trafalgar School in Portsmouth. Principal dancer Amy, who will be dancing the leading role of Swanhilda, is training the young cast.
A former member of the Tasmanian National Ballet, she said: "THe young dancers are treated like professional dancers during rehearsals. "We work them hard but the results are fantastic. THey learn what the life of a professional dancer is like. THey are living their dream and they just love it." THe young cast are rehearsing for just ten days for the production. During those days, the youth ballet are taking over three of the biggest rooms in the school and run rehearsals simultaneously in each room. At the end of each rehearsal day, the whole cast comes together in the largest space to share what has been learned that day. THe young dancers see the production taking shape like a jigsaw. "THe advice that I give to the young dancers is that 'ballet is hard'," said Amy. "But, if you love it, it can be a beautiful and fulfilling career. Keep your heads up, and if you face rejection, just keep working hard and focus on your dreams. THey can come true." THe charming story of Coppelia follows the escapades of the dreamy Franz and how he comically falls in love with a beautiful, lifelike doll. THe doll - Coppelia - is created by the eccentric, yet mysterious inventor, Dr Coppelius. THe hilarious plot thickens when Franz's jealous lover, Swanhilda, takes her friends on an adventure into the spooky house of the mad inventor to confront her rival. THe EYB has helped many of the UK's top talent springboard their training progress and careers into some of the world's greatest ballet companies including the Royal Ballet Company and English National Ballet.
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Growing Green Leaf Veg in Winter You may have picked your last tomato, but that’s not the end of the season for growing veg in pots. There are many leafy crops that grow well when the weather gets a bit cooler and September is the perfect time to sow seeds in garden containers for winter leaf vegetables. Although harvests are smaller than in the summer months, if you choose the right crops to grow and protect them from wind damage, you can pick fresh leaves throughout the winter months. The great thing about winter leaf veg and salad plants is that they can tolerate frost, which makes growing them such a success story. Favourites of winter growers include ... Chard - a bright, colourful addition to your garden as well as being tasty and
versatile in the kitchen. Sow it by mid September and let the plants grow and get well established before it gets cold. You can start picking the outer leaves sparingly from mid November. Rocket - an easy-to-grow crop which adds a lovely peppery flavour to salads. The younger leaves are milder, more tender and palatable and you can start picking from about four weeks after you have sowed the seed. Spinach - perpetual spinach makes an excellent ‘cut and come again’ crop that will produce loads of tasty leaves throughout the winter which you can cook or use as a salad leaf. If you live in an area that has substantial frost you may think about protecting the crown of the plant with straw.
Sowing seeds is easy, just fill your containers with compost, scatter the seeds thinly with about 1-2cm between them and then cover with a thin layer of compost (about 5-10mm) and water with a fine spray. Don’t forget to water regularly – plants still need water in winter, just not so much – but try to avoid watering before a frost. Winter crops grow slower so they don’t need too much feed, but a little bit would help produce a good yield. Position your pots in a sheltered spot to keep them out of the wind, and make sure they are easy to reach so that harvesting is hassle free. Harvest your home-grown greens by picking the outer leaves first so that the inner leaves remain for plant re-growth.
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Choir on song at plan debate HOUSING campaigners were singing in the rain at their latest protest against new homes in Pagham and North Bersted. Some 40 members of Pagham and Aldwick Green Fields Movement (Pagam) and Bersted & Aldwick Development Destroying Environment and Agricultural Land (Bad Deal) joined together for a modified version of Jerusalem to regale visitors to the inquiry into allocating land for new homes. William Blake’s famous words were changed to include: ‘And did those rogues in modern times seek to destroy our fields of green, ‘And was the hand of Arun DC on England’s pleasant pastures seen? ‘We will not sleep from mental fight, Nor will our might sleep in our hand ‘Till we have served Bersted and Pagham, ‘In England’s green and pleasant land’. THe wet conditions early on Monday morning failed to deter the campaigning choir as they staged their tuneful protest outside the Arun Civic Centre in Littlehampton. Among the singers was Nicola Dedman, of Pagham Road, pictured on the front page. She said: “We can’t get out of our property now because of the flow of traffic, especially when Church Farm Holiday Village is open. “THat brings a lot of money into the village and we accept that. But there is going to be hundreds and hundreds of cars from these new houses. “THere are two bottlenecks along
Pagham Road and you are giving way all the time. THere are a lot of elderly people in Pagham, many in mobility scooters, and they are not going to be able to cope with crossing the road to the village hall. “I live opposite one of the development sites and it’s Class A agricultural land. I researched all that information about the crops before I moved there with my husband two years ago.” Fellow singer Gill Witt, of Leonora Drive, said: “Pagham is a lovely place. We may need more houses but there are too many being proposed and in the wrong place. THe roads can’t cope with the extra traffic. THere’s a queue now all the way to the A27 and a queue along the A27.” Pagham Road resident Chris Crutch said: “I am worried about the flooding and the traffic if the housing gets built.” About 3,700 homes are envisaged for three sites in Pagham and one in North Bersted. THe developers stated at the enquiry into Arun District Council's land use the modifications they proposed to the roads would enable the extra traffic to be absorbed. A statement from one of the companies, Hallam Land Management, said: "None of the mitigation measures identified are prohibitive. All parties are committed to facilitating the timely delivery of all relevant transport infrastructure improvements." Wednesday's session of the hearing heard comments for and against Arun's plans for 3,000 homes at Barnham, Eastergate and Westergate.
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This Award is for our smallest, but no less important, companies. Micro businesses are often started by one person who has a great idea or who knows that they can do things in a better way. Our judges want to know about these companies. They want to reward them with a trophy and some glorious glassware that they can place in their reception to remind them just how good they are. The 2016 winner of this Award was Woods Travel – a perfect example of a home-grown business, in fact a household name in the area. Roger Elsmere started the company over 45 years ago and since then Woods Travel has won a host of Awards, including Coach Tour Operator of the Year. The
company is still based in Bognor Regis and is now run by Roger’s daughters, Tina and Kristy, and their fabulous team. Our sponsors, Kreston Reeves, have also been involved with the Arun Business of the Year Awards for many years. As accountants they see a wide range of clients and no doubt can verify just how tough it is running a business and how richly the winners of such awards deserve them. To enter for the 2017 Business with 10 or more employees, sponsored by Kreston Reeves, simply go to http://www.arun.gov.uk/arun-business-ofthe-year-awards and fill in the entry form. Good luck!
GIANT pumpkins are again being sought by Bognor Regis in Bloom organisers. THe working group members want to find the heaviest of the vegetables in the town as part of this year's Rox Hallowe'en Extravaganza. THis follows the success of the first competition last year. THe free contest is open to groups, individuals, children under 11 at the end of October, schools and businesses in the area. THe biggest entry in each category will win a prize. Pumpkins should be taken along to Hotham Park at 1.30pm on October 28 ready for judging at 2pm. Prize-giving will take place soon after. Entry forms can be obtained from Bognor Regis in Bloom, c/o Bognor Regis Town Council, Town Hall, Clarence Road, Bognor Regis, PO21 1LD, and returned there by Friday, October 20.
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A TALK and presentation of pictures by local historian Sylvia Endacott will bring the colourful past of Bognor Regis and the surrounding area to life. Sylvia will be celebrating the area's history at 7.30pm on November 2 at St Wilfrid's Church hall in Ellasdale Road, Bognor Regis. Tickets are priced £6 to include light refreshments. THey are available from Heygates Book Shop at 67 High Street in Bognor Regis. THe night is in aid of Bognor Regis Seafront Lights and is sponsored by Foxlease.
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Hub is set to arrive at station next year TOP designer Wayne Hemingway has spoken of his excitement at bringing new life to Bognor Regis railway station. Mr Hemingway's design company is helping to create a brand for the creative start-up business hub being designed for empty rooms at the station. "It's a beautiful building. THese are waiting rooms which have been waiting for a new use for a long time," he said at the Turning the Tide conference. "THe interest around that hub and the uptake is phenomenal. It's going to be cool and interesting and fabulous for Bognor Regis." THe rooms are set to handed over to the project next January and the scheme is due to open in June, 2018. West Sussex County Council has played a leading role in the scheme. Its leader, Cllr Louise Goldsmith, said: "I am delighted Wayne has got involved because it has given a real lift to Bognor Regis. "THe county council is committed to Bognor Regis because we want to see it thrive. It has got so much to offer. "We are putting the maximum efffort into the hub at the moment. We will be working on that until next summer. "THen we will be looking at the next project we can do in the town. I support Bognor Regis and I will help it whenever I can." Other speakers at the conference were town centre manager Toyubur Rahman and the University of Chichester's vice-chancellor, Professor Jane Longmore.
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Event hears of town schemes BUTLIN’S is more integrated with Bognor Regis than before, its resort director has stated. Jeremy Pardey, below right, told a unique conference about the town’s regeneration he was proud that the links between the holiday resort and its surrounding communities were so strong. He said some two out of every three of the 1,300 employees at the site came from outside the area when he
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arrived eight years ago. But the situation had been reversed in his time in charge. “Now, 60 per cent of the workforce either live here or have connections. THat’s a massive change for me and that’s a really important change. "I want it to go even more that way. THat will make a real difference because
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people are the heart of any town and business. “I want the local community to support this business as much as they need my business to support them. Butlin’s can’t be successful without a successful and happy Bognor Regis,” he said. As reported, the holiday resort is booming on the back of some £76m of investment. Much of the money created three hotels. A fourth is envisaged. But
the immediate investment – which has reached £40m – is going on a swimming centre set to open in early 2019. Work is well underway on the Splash Waterworld – and Mr Pardey said it was going to be stunning. “THis will be a pool that people will have never seen before. THe changing rooms have been designed for the 21st century with the help of the Mumsnet website,” he said. Mr Pardey was one of six speakers at the Turning THe Tide regeneration conference held at Butlin’s by Arun District Council. THis brought together some 150 investors, business representatives and councillors last Friday to hear an overview about the progress being made to make the town fit for a king. Arun chief executive Nigel Lynn spoke about the £280m-plus of investment made in Bognor Regis in the past decade. THat investment would continue with
5,500 planned new homes, an improved A29 and the ambitious Gardens by the Sea project for the Regis Centre and Hothamton sites. “Never again, do we want to hear that it’s ‘just’ Bognor Regis,” he said. “We need to make sure we talk Bognor Regis up and say how good things are.” Andrew Ball, the head of corporate relations at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, told about the vital role its technology and logistics centre at Oldlands Farm played in producing its attention-grabbing cars. “Bognor Regis is an absolutely crucial part in our process. It consolidated three existing operations. “Every part that makes up a Rolls Royce comes through that centre and it is the distribution centre for inbound bodies and the vast majority of finished cars are prepared and distributed from Bognor Regis,” he said. THe company’s success had seen an extra 10,000sq m being added to the site to take its total footprint to 40,000sq m to equal the size of its HQ at Goodwood.
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As part of our Post Wonderland campaign to bring a bit of extra magic into care homes around Bognor Regis and Chichester we are hoping that keen knitters will donate handmade scarves, hats, gloves, bed socks, twiddle mitts and anything else they can think of. These woollen wonders will be given to residents of various care homes to bring something special to the holiday season. Whether you’re an avid knitter or a complete beginner it doesn’t matter. Every creation will be welcomed and enjoyed by the lucky beneficiary. Please deliver your donations to our offices at: 63 London Road, Bognor Regis, PO21 1DF or Unique Workwear, Printing & Embroidery at
48 London Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1PX between 9am - 5pm, weekdays. The Post Wonderland appeal is also looking for talented youngsters to sing traditional carols around the homes as a selfless act that embodies the Christmas spirit. And it doesn’t stop there. Suggestions are welcomed for anything else we could do as a communty around the care homes this winter. Perhaps you would like to supply some activities for residents to get involved with? Or maybe you know children who would like to go in to share their favourite stories? To get involved with any aspect of the Post Wonderland campaign please call 01243 908506 or email stacey.kelly@sussexpost.co.uk
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Makeover for leisure centre THE refurbished Arun Leisure Centre at Felpham has been unveiled. THe completion of the £1.3m investment project was officially recognised last week. Freedom Leisure, which operates the centre on behalf of Arun District Council, carried out the refurbishment as part of their commitment to provide excellent leisure facilities for the community. THe work has seen the remodelling of the foyer with the introduction of a modern hub-style reception, which has increased seating capacity, and a café which will serve Costa coffee and a range of grab-and-go products. THe first-floor fitness gym has benefited from new larger changing
facilities and energy conservation work has seen the installation of new innovative air handling and water treatment solutions, with energyefficient lighting throughout the centre. Freedom Leisure has marked the occasion by launching a ‘half price coffee’ deal for all customers aged 75 years or older to complement the free swimming for this age group which was introduced last year. Cllr Mike Clayden, Arun District Council’s cabinet member for community wellbeing, said: “THe refurbishment work is fantastic and has provided the community with a modern, fit-for-purpose leisure centre. THe half-price coffee deal is a great way to help combat social isolation and the
` Pagham's grants MORE than £6,000 has been donated by Pagham Parish Council to a range of good causes. Councillors agreed at their meeting last week to hand out the grants to the organisations. Of the total, £4,000 has come from the council's latest annual discretionary grants. THese are being given to 13 causes. THey include Pagham Chestnuts Club, Rose Green infant and junior schools and Pagham Lunch Club. THe remaining £2,500 was raised at last month's Pagham on Parade. THis is going to organisations such as Sussex Snowdrop Trust, the RNLI at Selsey, Kent, Sussex and Surrey Air Ambulance and 4Sight.
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café is a perfect venue to meet up with friends and have a drink and a chat.” THe grand opening began on Friday with the cafe and lounge areas and proceeded with a whole weekend of taster activities. THe sessions included; Body Combat tasters, Arun Rollerskating Club, Pole Passion Fitness and Sussex Underwater Hockey Club. Mr Russell Tooley, leisure and voluntary officer from Arun District Council, said: "I think this refurbishment has made a huge difference. Just 12 months ago, when you entered the building it was dark and dingy and now it's really light and airy. THe new changing rooms are really stylish and look great. "Considering this facility is 21 years
old, with that age and the size of it, it looks great now. It is a great asset for Arun to have." Andrew Smith, Freedom Leisure area manager, said: “We are delighted that this wonderful project at Arun Leisure Centre is now complete and that we can step back and let the local community enjoy the improved centre in all its glory. “Having come on board as operators on behalf of Arun District Council in April, 2016, it was an honour to work in partnership with them to commence this £1.3m investment project which was completed in less than a year. "We hope that these newly-improved facilities will do even more to enable an active local community, as well as being more sustainable for the environment.”
Another summer over and still the battle of the bulge rages on. Now it’s the Christmas season that looms before us: parties, little black dresses… Whilst it’s a well-known fact that diet and exercise are simply not effective for ‘spot reducing’ our stubborn fat, Harvard University researchers have discovered something brilliant that does! They noticed that children who ate lots of ice lollies tended to have dimples! Turns out, the cold temperature of the lollies was ‘spot reducing’ fatty tissues in the cheeks! Now, more than 60 clinical trials later, it is PROVEN that freezing actually KILLS fat cells without causing any damage to other tissues! Studies show that 85% of people treated with fat freezing lose between 20% to 40% of the fat cells in the treated area over a 90-
FREQUENT fundraiser Pam Evans is holding her latest event in Felpham tomorrow. She is staging an autumn fair from 10am-3pm at her home at 2 Mornington Crescent in aid of St Wilfrid's Hospice's Dreambuilding appeal for a new hospice and Macmillan Cancer Support. THose who go along will be able to enjoy a vintage cream tea, live music, bric a brac stalls, a raffle, a tombola and children's games among the fun.
` Surplus equipment UNWANTED office equipment is being sold by a charity to make room for its new development. Dementia Support is clearing its offices in City Fields Way, Tangmere, of the items from 11am-7pm next Friday. Buyers collect at their own risk and must have transport.
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Mini rugby stars helped by police ITEMS seized from crooks will help young rugby players in Bognor Regis. Sussex Police have donated £500 to the minis and juniors section of the town's rugby football club based in Hampshire Avenue. THe money is being put towards new first aid kits, new rugby balls, tackle bags and a Shadowman tackle dummy. THe cash has come from the Police Property Act Fund. THis is made up of monies received by the police from property confiscated by order of a court and then sold. PCSO Neil Billingham, of the Arun and Chichester neighbourhood policing team, said: "As a parent with
TWO SISTERS have set out on a mission to make dating fun again. Corrina Holyoake and Anna Ormesha, both 40 and from Bognor Regis, believe meeting people the old fashioned way is much more enjoyable and personal. Corrina said: "Modern dating can be great fun to begin with but the novelty soon wears off. Trawling through endless profiles and sifting through the fakers can become tiresome. "So we decided to try and make things a little bit easier and to offer a service that may not only find you a potential partner but also connects people together to
form some new friendships. "All of our clients have said that they just want to get out of the house and meet people and that what we are proposing sounds an ideal way to do just that and meet new friends." THe sisters team between six and eight, like-minded singles for an evening of fine dining, laughter and good company. Corrina added: "We get to know each of our clients through a short introductory interview over the phone. Once we have put a profile together then we can start to match them with like-minded singles from our client list.
two children involved in the club, as well as being on the local policing team, it is fantastic to be able to help the club. "THe organisation teaches children discipline, respect and teamwork and it is a pleasure to support." Rugby club youth director Doug Millen said the money was gratefully received. "We are a local, family club supporting the youth in the area. "We welcome players from all social and economic groups, building on the club's existing diversity. "THis donation will go towards kit to be used by all the mini and youth teams, encouraging all ages to get involved," he added.
"When we find our suitable matches for an event we will arrange a date and time for them all to meet. It will be a group event so it won't be split into pairs. "We just encourage them to go out for a fun evening out, see who they click with and then we can take things from there. "THen we contact them to see how the evening went and if there was anybody that they would like to see again." THe pair believe in essence that they are removing any awkwardness and allowing people to just go out and enjoy themselves. Visit tastydates.co.uk for more details.
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To promote your event email Fiona Callingham at: entertainment@sussexpost.co.uk or phone: 01243 908506 The legendary Michael Parkinson
An Evening with Sir Michael Parkinson October 10 Worthing Pavilion Theatre theatres@adur-worthing.gov.uk 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk JOIN English broadcaster, journalist and author Sir Michael Parkinson for an intimate evening in conversation with his son Mike. Together, they will be celebrating the life and career of Parky, who has interviewed more than 2,000 of the most important cultural figures of the 20th and 21st centuries. THey will explore highlights from the Parkinson archive in this unique opportunity to experience an entertaining and informative look at his remarkable journey, from a pit village in Yorkshire to the top of those famous stairs, while reliving the best moments
from a show that for many defined their Saturday night. Sir Michael Parkinson, born in 1935 in the village of Cudworth, began his career as a journalist on local newspapers, and his Yorkshire background and accent remain part of his widespread appeal. He worked as a features writer for the Manchester Guardian before later moving to the Daily Express in London. Parky’s prolific television career begun in the 1960s when he worked on various current affairs programmes for the BBC and Manchester-based Granada Television. From 1969, he presented Granada’s Cinema, a latenight film review programme, before presenting his eponymous BBC series Parkinson, his infamous chat show where he typically interviewed three celebrity personalities per show, which ran from 1971 to 1982, and was later relaunched from 1998 until 2007. Tickets start at £23.50.
Oklahoma! October 11-14 Windmill Entertainment Centre, Littlehampton 01903 721860 www.freedom-leisure.co.uk/centres/thewindmill-entertainment-centre FOR THE first time in its 62-year history the Littlehampton Players Operatic Society is staging one of the most iconic American musicals of all time: Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! Be transported back to 1906 when Oklahoma wasn't yet a state and cowboys and farmers were the main professions for young men. Laurey tries to conceal her feelings for the self-assured Curly. But when this leads to her attending a dance with sinister farmhand Jud out of spite, things quickly take a turn. Will Laurey realise what she really wants before it's too late? And will her best friend Ado Annie be able to choose between the
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Exploring the lives of black people in film silver-tongued Ali and the besotted Will? Featuring some of the most famous Broadway tunes of all time such as Oh! What a Beautiful Mornin', People Will Say We're in Love, I'm Just a Girl Who Cain't Say No, and, of course, title song Oklahoma! this show never fails to put smiles on the faces of all its audience members. Leading the talented cast of the Littlehampton Players are Tony Baker as Curly McLain and Katie Newman as Laurey Williams. Also starring are three generations of the Lynch family. Jimmy plays Andrew Carnes and shares the stage with daughter Tracy (Aunt Eller) and grandson Nathan. THe society are delighted that several new members have also joined to be a part of this production that is set to be yet another success with audiences. Ticket prices are £11 on the Wednesday, and £13 on the other evenings. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more on THursday to Saturday evenings.
Britain on Film: Black Britain October 7 Chichester Cinema at New Park info@chichestercinema.org 01243 786650 www.chichestercinema.org
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THE THIRD programme from Britain on Film on Tour at Chichester Cinema at New Park explores the vital history of black Britain throughout the 20th century. Bringing together films spanning 1901 to 1985 and taken from many different regions of the UK, the 91 minute film offers incredibly rare, little-seen and valuable depictions of black British life on screen. Introduced by Yvonne Connike, curator and film maker, she will lead a question and answer session after the film. Watch miners in the collieries of Edwardian Lancashire and Yorkshire; and soldiers from across the Empire joining
the services to fight for King and 'mother country' in World War I. See rare colour footage of multi-racial Cardiff in 1957, a Nigerian wedding in Cornwall in 1964, and touching interviews with black school leavers in 1965; witness growing racial tensions on a Liverpool housing estate and in New Cross, London; communities in search of their roots and partying on the streets of Notting Hill during the carnival. Revealing new voices from across a century of vast and turbulent social change in the UK, Britain on Film: Black Britain is not just an important educative tool offering audiences the chance to explore stories of migration, community and the struggle against inequality - but also an opportunity to celebrate vivid black British life and culture on screen. Tickets range from £3.50-£8.50.
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Happy Days are Here Again October 17 Alexandra Theatre, Bognor Regis 01243 861010 www.alexandratheatre.co.uk
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ALLOW Neil Sands and his West End cast to take you on a toe-tapping trip down memory lane, with more than 60 songs from the fabulous 40s, the rocking 50s and the sensational 60s. Sing along with hits such as Don’t
Sit Under The Apple Tree, Alexander’s Ragtime Band and A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square that are sure to conjure up images of brass bands and jitterbugging. THen relive the golden days of rock 'n' roll from Elvis to Buddy Holly, Bill Haley to Brenda Lee and many more. THere’ll certainly be a whole lot of shaking going on. Finally, come swinging through the 60s,
the decade that changed music forever including THe Beatles, Roy Orbison and Gerry & THe Pacemakers. With authentic costumes the show has all the usual warmth and humour of Neil Sands' productions. All this finished off with a special flagwaving finale as you are invited to pay your respects to those who have served in the armed forces. Tickets range from £11-£12.
"Journey through three decades of beloved music and relive some of those eras' classic hits."
Bobbie, Phyllis and Peter with their mother
The Wizard of Oz October 10-14 Kings Theatre, Portsmouth boxoffice@kingsportsmouth. co.uk 02392 828282 www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk CLICK your ruby red slippers together and follow the yellow brick road, The Wizard of Oz is coming to the Kings THeatre in Portsmouth. Award-winning musical theatre company, the Portsmouth Players, are excited to bring the beloved musical to the stage in this heart-warming production. After a tornado whisks away a young Kansas farm girl, Dorothy, to the magical land of Oz, she starts her quest to find the mighty Wizard of Oz who has the power to send her home.
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Along the way she meets a scarecrow, a tin woodsman and a cowardly lion who help her on her journey. THis version includes many of the songs from the famous MGM musical that made a star of Judy Garland and taught children worldwide that there really is no place like home. Having received acclaim for their energetic productions of Hairspray, 9 to 5 and Spamalot the Portsmouth Players have become known as one of the most professional amateur dramatics company on the south coast. Don't miss your chance to see all your favourite characters on stage in what promises to be a truly magical show. Tickets start at £17.
"Discover what's over the rainbow in this magical production."
October 12-15 The Mayflower, Southampton 02380 711811 www.mayflower.co.uk
"The famous tale of family and friendship is brought to the stage in this dazzling new production."
DON'T miss the chance to see E. Nesbit’s classic novel The Railway Children brought thrillingly to life in a stunning new stage production. THis best-loved tale, made famous by the iconic 1970 movie starring Jenny Agutter and Bernard Cribbins, delivers a compelling coming of age story and a fascinating insight into Edwardian rural life. When their father disappears mysteriously one evening with two strangers, the lives of Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are turned upside down. Forced to leave the comforts of their privileged London life in exchange for a simple existence in the depths of the Yorkshire countryside, this fractured family soon discover new friendships and an unexpected secret that will change their lives forever. Complete with beautiful period costumes, digital projections and ingenious designs, this new production promises an uplifting theatrical experience for all ages, packed with intrigue, adventure, joy and jubilation. Not only will fans of the novel and film love this adaptation but it is the perfect way to introduce children to the beloved story. Tickets range from £19.50-£28.50. Group saver tickets and discounts are also available.
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Down to earth wines from Down Under will leave you feeling good Martin Lury Our very own bon vivant gets to grips with all the best buys
ESSENTIALLY Waitrose is my wine destination this week with the focus on discounted offers of up to 25 per cent reductions in price available until early October, according to Rob, the wine man at the Chichester branch. My initial selection reflected my desire to try another organic wine and the lure of the Yalumba name which is synonymous with quality of product. THe 2016 Yalumba organic Viognier from South Australia, on offer at just £7.49, is a lighter unoaked style of Viognier which oozes honeysuckle and fennel flavours with a hint of apricot and regales the palate! Clean and very fragrant, this wine from Australia's best Viognier producer restores my faith in this grape variety as bad Viognier is virtually undrinkable. THis wine partners food well and is arguably the white wine choice for people who prefer red! Yalumba, which incidentally is Aboriginal meaning 'all the land around', is Australia's oldest familyowned winery founded in 1849 by Samuel Smith, an English brewer, based in the Eden Valley and now producing organic wine of undoubted refreshing quality.
THe next bottle to catch my eye was a very understated, but elegant label on a 2017 New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from the Villa Maria estate in partnership with Waitrose, a venture which has succeeded in producing a classic style of Sauvignon Blanc which is reminiscent of French wines from the Loire Valley. THis wine exudes crisp gooseberry fruit, is decidedly clean and fresh on the palate, finely balanced with zesty citrus and stony minerality on the finish - a veritable delight at an offer price of £7.79 and thus an absolute no-brainer vis-à-vis value for money!
My third selection in terms of vin blanc was a 2015 Pinot Gris Réserve Cave De Beblenheim on offer at £7.99 from a highly regarded producer (hence my selection thereof) proving to be wonderfully aromatic with complex layered flavours of pears and honey, although not as dry as the notes on the bottle suggest, but nonetheless a fine accompaniment to smoked ham or most Asian dishes or even as a possible dessert wine! THe delicate musky aroma adds to its charm and is well worth a try, especially at this price. I then could not resist a Cuvée Royale Brut Crémant De Limoux
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on offer at £8.99, a blend of chardonnay, chenin blanc and pinot noir with freshlybaked biscuit on the nose, cleanliness on the palate with hints of creamy vanilla, pear and apple flavours to the fore and basically dry, bubbly and refreshing - an ideal apéritif and a good alternative to Prosecco ! I next turned my attention to red wines with a major focus on Italian wines and commencing with the 2015 Terre di Faiano Organic Primitivo wine which, at an offer price of £7.49, proved to have a strong nose with generous black fruit to the fore, namely ripe plums and blackcurrants with
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INGREDIENTS For the spaghetti Bolognese sauce: • 2 medium onions, peeled and chopped • 1tbsp olive oil • 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed • 500g lean minced beef • 90g mushrooms, sliced • 1tsp dried oregano or mixed herbs • 400g can tomatoes or chopped tomatoes • 300ml hot beef stock • 1tbsp tomato ketchup or purée • 1tbsp Worcestershire sauce • salt and ground black pepper To serve: • 350g spaghetti • freshly grated Parmesan
a helping of sweet spice, cloves and vanilla and therefore an ideal accompaniment to a rich stew and a powerful wine to merit your utmost consideration! For an outlay of £9.99, the Villa Carfaggio 2014 Chianti Classico proved to have a good nose, ripe blackberry, plum and raspberry flavours with spice from new oak combining to form a good example of this medium-bodied wine. My final Italian selection was that of a muchreduced 2013 Cantina Terre Del Barolo down from £20.99 to a mere £13.99 and the 2013 vintage has violet, tobacco and porcini aromas and red berry splendour and is worthy of your consideration - one to decant, however, before serving! THese offers expire on October 3, so this weekend fill your boots!
1. Put the onion and oil in a large pan and fry over a fairly high heat for 3-4 mins. Add the garlic and mince and fry until they both brown. Add the mushrooms and herbs, and cook for another couple of mins.
2. Stir in the tomatoes, beef stock, tomato ketchup or purée, Worcestershire sauce and seasoning. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 mins. 3. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pan of boiling, salted water, according to packet instructions. Drain well, run hot water through it, put it back in the pan and add a dash of olive oil, if you like, then stir in the meat sauce. Serve in hot bowls and hand round Parmesan cheese, for sprinkling on top.
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INGREDIENTS • 115g butter • 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic granules • 1 tablespoon dried parsley • 450g ciabatta bread, cut into 1.25cm slices • 225g grated mozzarella cheese
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Method 1. Preheat oven to 180 C / Gas 4. 2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and mix with garlic granules and dried parsley. 3. Place ciabatta bread on a
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medium baking tray. Using a basting brush, brush generously with the butter mixture. 4. Bake in the preheated oven approximately 10 minutes, until lightly toasted. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and any remaining butter mixture. Return to oven approximately 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and bread is lightly browned. Source: www.allrecipes.co.uk
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by Denise Kelly
Natural remedies to help to live well with Addison's ADDISON’S DISEASE is a rare, hormone-related disease that affects your body’s ability to create and release cortisol and other adrenal hormones. It is also known as chronic adrenal deficiency, hypocorticolism, and hypoadrenalism. Since it is related to the hormones, it is considered an endocrinal condition, and unfortunately, there is no cure, simply lifetime treatment. THe majority of cases of Addison’s disease are autoimmune, meaning that the body’s own immune system destroys an essential part of the adrenal cortex, severely impairing the body’s ability to produce certain hormones. While supplemental hormone replacement therapy and regular cortisol tablets or hydrocortison/ prednisone supplements can keep the condition at bay so you can live a somewhat normal life, people suffering from Addison’s disease will battle it for the rest of their life in some form, and must be particularly careful when suffering any illness, trauma, surgery, or something else which may affect the efficacy or general health of the body. Adrenal hormones are vital for the body’s flight response, as well as our general behaviour and even our psychological function. For this reason, it is important to diagnose the disease at the earliest sign so proper treatment can be pursued, rather than waiting for the disease to turn into the more serious form of Addison’s crisis. Some of the most common symptoms of Addison’s disease are as follows: fatigue, exhaustion, and weakness,light-headedness when standing, nausea, vomiting, headaches, sweating and fever joint and muscle pain/weakness, anxiety changes in mood, or personality shifts. If diagnosed properly, it can be managed, but many people do not recognise the symptoms until it is too
late and the body has already been damaged in a serious way. However, all is not lost. THere are some herbal and natural remedies that have been suggested as extremely helpful when suffering from Addison’s disease. Just to add, Addison’s disease should not be taken lightly, and consultation with a doctor before beginning any herbalor natural treatments is highly recommended. THere are effective pharmaceutical options, as well as supplements to boost your cortisol and adrenaline levels to their proper levels, thereby making the disease more tolerable. However, if the condition turns to Addison’s crisis, the body suffers from extremely low blood pressure
and commonly falls into a coma. THat is why treatment of this rare disease must be taken very seriously, and herbal or natural remedies should be seen as a supplementary or complementary solution. Ginseng, pictured below, and Borago - Two herbal elements that have been suggested in a number of alternative studies for the treatment of Addison’s disease. Since they are closely related to supporting a healthy immune system, they can prevent the autoimmune attacks on the adrenal cortex that causes Addison’s disease in the first place. Any other types of immune-boosting elements in the diet, such as citrus fruits, or those foods that are high in antioxidants, can also help to slow or prevent the disease from getting any worse. Green Tea - THis powerful type of tea is used for many different herbal treatments, but it is known to regulate hormones and keep the body’s metabolism functioning properly. Furthermore, it helps to boost the immune system of the body, protecting it against autoimmune attacks. Proper diet and exercise - Although this may seem like a natural solution, maintaining a proper diet and always keeping up your exercise is the best way to keep your body and your immune system in good shape. A balanced diet and keeping your body in shape will always boost your defences against autoimmune disease, and can also keep your hormones in proper balance so even if you are suffering from Addison’s disease, the effects shouldn’t be as severe. Turmeric and Reishi mushrooms - In alternative
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healing of Addison’s disease, both of these foods have been known to help boost the strength of the immune system and increase hormone production, which counteracts the detrimental drop in hormone production that occurs as the adrenal cortex is attacked or weakened by autoimmune cells or other diseases that can cause Addison’s. Astragalus, Milk THistle and Echinacea - THese three herbal supplements can be taken or eaten in other forms in order to boost the body against the effects of Addison’s disease. THrough a combination of hormonal boosting and immune system strength, these supplements can seriously help complement whatever treatment plan you are following for Addison’s disease. If you have Addisons disease, or any other illness that you are worried about or would like to discuss further, please email me using the address below. Denise Kelly is a passionate and motivated 'health expert/nutritionist'. Her company is called DK - The Wellbeing company and represents all things health and fitness. Denise also runs a juice company 'Juice It' that makes and delivers healthy juices and smoothies. She is involved with motivational talks, conferences and corporate events regarding health all over the world and believes that knowledge is power and, ultimately, health is your only wealth!
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Community News & Views THIS is the latest in a regular series of columns by the Aldingbourne Trust which will cover the start of a new era for its work. THE completion of the first floor concrete slab of the new Quarry Building at the Aldingbourne Community Centre has enabled the team to forge ahead with the reinforced concrete walls and columns for the second floor support structure. Decking out for the second floor concrete slab is now well underway with the slab itself cast during the week commencing August 14. Work on the steel frame started a week later and means things are really taking shape at Aldingbourne! A collage of the work is pictured below. On their recent trip the trust's Blogging Team paid a visit to the country centre’s wood projects – Wood Recycling and Woodpeckers. THe Wood Recycling team work closely with National Wood, which helps them source materials from building sites and other businesses where timber can be reclaimed. THe timber is then sorted, cut, stacked and made available for sale to the public. Wood that is not put up for sale is used by the Woodpeckers team to make amazing craft gifts and furniture, pictured bottom, for sale in the Aldingbourne shop and their newest Enterprise, MAKE @ Aldingbourne based in Fratton,
Portsmouth. THe team can take commissions to make tables, chairs and many other items. Led by Darren, the Woodpeckers team of supported adults learn genuine wood-working skills, numerous life skills, and of course expend physical energy! Any remaining waste wood that has been collected is still used as it is sent to the ever-hungry biomass boiler! THe boiler produces all the heat and hot water for our main building, workshops and our Rugwash Enterprise. THe boiler has dramatically reduced our fossil fuel use and CO2 emissions. While the charity is taking every effort to ensure the country centre continues to offer all its activities to a high standard, we do ask our visitors to bear with us during the development. We would like to thank you all in advance for your patience and understanding while the building of this this exciting new development is in process.
A CIRCLE of local pianists will be giving the next concert at Bognor Regis Music Club. THe Pallant Piano Group join together to play to each other and are mentored by Terry Allbright, a performer, composer and tutor at the University of Chichester. THe concert takes place at 7pm tomorrow at the club's concert room at 2 Sudley Road, pictured above. Music club chairman Chris Coote said: "We are delighted to welcome members of the Pallant Piano Group, who are bringing a varied programme of pieces they have been preparing in recent months. "Terry Allbright was a Cambridge Open Scholar and studied at the Royal Academy of Music and the group benefits enormously from his expert tuition." THe piano group was formed by the late Steven Norris and Terry Allbright some five years ago. It originally met at Steven's house in South Pallant to give rise to its name.
Sir, Having seen the demolition of the last Regency building in Chichester Road, I am saddened because, as one of the local councillors in the area, I objected along with some residents to the amount of development being applied for on that site, pictured above. We were under the impression that the old house would be renovated as part of the permission of the planning application - not demolished.
Its members now meet at Chris Coote's house in Tangmere. Performers set to take part in the concert will include Alison Blenkinsop, Diana Bollam, Chris Coote, Neil Franks, Huw Griffiths, Catherine Harry, Jan Lewis, Yuriko Luc, Alex Palmer, Louise Russell and Fiona Willsher. Many different composers will be represented. Among them will be Bach, Haydn, Beethoven, Schubert, Listz, Schumann, Grieg and Arthur Benjamin. Jack Adams will play one of his own compositions, Mockingbird Fugue, and Diana Bollom will sing Henri Duparc's Chanson Triste. Entry at the door for the concert is £6 members, £8 for visitors and £4 for students. New members and visitors are especially welcome. More details from Chris Coote on 01243 773276, Helen Woods on 01243 861620 or the club's website: BognorRegisMusic.org.uk
We should have been more aware that something was afoot when the listing of the building was removed. How many times have you heard of that taking place? I did ask Arun District Council to supply a list of listed buildings that are still standing in the Bognor Regis area. It would be good to receive one - if only to have an idea of what needs to be kept an eye on. Cllr Steve Goodheart, Upper Bognor Road, Bognor Regis.
COMMUNITY efforts to restore Bognor Regis Pier provide the background to an author's first book. THe two main characters of Elisabeth Hewetson's story admire the work of the Friends of Bognor Regis Pier and recognise the widespread endeavour and commitment required to maintain the pier. Ruth and Mark's story in The Stealing ends during a major fundraising festival organised by the Friends on a night of stormy weather. THe couple spend time in Angmering and visit the pier at particularly significant points in the novel. It is set in the late 1990s and early years of this century. Elisabeth said: "THe characters admire those who put so much effort, commitment and sheer hard graft into trying to maintain the pier and other piers around the country." The Stealing was published by Mirador Publishing as a paperback and ebook in the summer under her pen name of Elisabeth Clare. She made this decision to distinguish the work from the publications associated with her day job as a lecturer at the University of East Anglia. She teaches health care students, both undergraduates and post-graduate. Elisabeth's inspiration for Bognor Regis Pier comes from her childhood visits to the town. "Although I now live in Norfolk, I was taken on holiday every year to Bognor Regis or Felpham as a young child and have very many happy memories of these holidays," she said. A mother of two sons aged 20 and 23, Elisabeth - pictured below - said she had begun to receive royalties from the initial sales of her book both in this country and the USA. "For me, like many authors I think, it is more about telling the story than any expectation of making serious money from my writing," she said. The Stealing has been described by her publisher as following Ruth's journey from darkness to light through her redemptive, healing love for her son, Matthew, her husband, Mark, and her step-daughter, Emmie. "Shattering of childhood innocence pervades the narrative," a spokesman states. "It is about knowledge - what was known, when and how, what knowledge is knowable when and how, what knowledge should be knowable when and how. "Tension builds, will Ruth's past catch up with her?"
CHARITIES and community groups around Bognor Regis and Chichester are missing out on thousands of pounds. THe Community Initiative Fund from West Sussex County Council provides grants targeted at supporting communities to deliver local projects in their area. THe scheme is aimed at encouraging residents to be active, connect with each other and develop, learn and give back to their local community. THe five county local committees - with three for Arun and Chichester - have a significant amount of funding still available. THe awards range from £1,000 to £5,000. Last year, saw a total of £371,019 awarded to good causes across West Sussex. Cllr Debbie Kennard, the county council's member for safer, stronger communities, said: "We have had some great projects in the past which we have been able to support through community initative funding. "We have some very deserving community groups in our county so would encourage people to come forward and make the most of the opportunity. "THere are also two other funding schemes available which people can find more out about via our website." THe deadline for applications to the next Joint Western Arun Area Committee is October 14 for its meeting on November 1. THe South Chichester committee meets on October 31 and the North Chichester committee on November 14.
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Fountain is reminder of Queen's lengthy reign Chemist James Hughes' idea survives 120 years after it was installed HAVE you taken a walk along the seafront recently to THe Steyne? It is certainly looking well cared for and colourful. It is an area that is very easy to walk or drive past without really taking the time to stop. However, one of the considerations of this particular area is to try to ascertain when many of the buildings overlooking THe Steyne were built. THe plans were originally laid out in 1820 and, within eight years, the town guide were proclaiming that THe Steyne ‘contained some excellent lodging houses’ and continued that it was considered to be ‘the pleasantest spot in Bognor'. Not all of the properties were built at one time, but the west side would appear to contain many of the oldest properties. THe initial intention was to provide good accommodation for visitors to the increasingly popular seaside resort. It was in 1824 that John Smith built the Bath House, which was, at that time, the only public establishment in the town where one could enjoy a cheap, hot bath. THese proved popular with the increasing number of visitors at the accommodation available in THe Steyne and the town. During the 1890s, the seaside resort of Bognor continued to develop. Visitors were coming into the town from London and other places
in the south of England to enjoy the seaside. However, one shopkeeper, James Hughes, a chemist in West Street, was very concerned the large number of children who visited the area could not obtain even a drink of water. James’ shop looked down the length of THe Steyne to the seafront promenade, a site he believed would be ideal for a drinking fountain. As with many new ideas, others did not perceive his suggestion as being of any importance, as many of the council in 1897 were more concerned with the celebrations for Queen Victoria’s 60th anniversary as Queen. James was very keen on his suggestion and started a fund to raise the necessary cash, and at the same time Bodie of Aberdeen selected a design. THe fountain was to cost a staggering £111 although the local water company did agree to supply the water at half price. THe site was confirmed to be at the end of THe Steyne, against the edge of the promenade. On July 6, 1898, the new drinking fountain was eventually unveiled, and was to be a permanent reminder of Queen Victoria’s Jubilee celebrations, for the residents and all the children who came to the seaside, as well as supplying the much needed drink of water. THe Steyne continued to be a popular area for visitors, not only for accommodation, but the prospect of a stroll through the gardens from
'It is a horrible thing - perhaps we could put it behind a hedge'
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West Street, down to the seafront. In line with many seaside resorts around the country, it was becoming fashionable to have open spaces running down to the sea, such that it was copied from resort to resort. However, it was decided eventually to move the drinking fountain from its original place on the promenade looking into THe Steyne. I have been unable to ascertain why, (does anyone know?), but in 1928 it was removed to the corner of Waterloo Square where today we have the crazy golf course. It remained there and was shown on numerous postcards of the town, allowing visitors to send home their messages describing their holidays by the sea. With changing needs, in 1956 it was decided the corner of Waterloo Square would be more suitable for an entertainment marquee. At that time the fountain was dismantled and removed, in pieces, to Hotham Park, where it lay undisturbed until 1966. At this time the Natural Science Society sought its whereabouts and asked for the fountain to be re-erected. As with the first idea of the fountain, the council was not that interested and showed no enthusiasm for the request. At one of the council meetings held to discuss this project, it was felt that perhaps the drinking cups would be unhygienic. THe chairman of the council said: “It is a horrible thing – perhaps we could put it behind some hedge ...” One council member thought “the council should be thinking of the year 2000 instead of going backwards”. Another committee member thought it should be retained so that visitors to the resort could “see one of these funny things". Yet another councillor thought it was the sort
of thing that would be found in a churchyard. THere were other suggestions, which included selling it to the Americans or giving it to the Bognor Regis Society, who had thought "it was a lovely piece of architecture". In 1966, another comment was that the fountain would be a reminder of Victorian times. THings went quiet until 1968 when Mr RJ Seymour, a local builder, was looking through his collection of old photos of Bognor and came across one of the original ceremony, and again asked the council for the whereabouts and re-erection of the fountain. THis time, the council had no objection. However, there was to be no public money available for this project, and as with the first project, members of the public were asked to contribute and a fund of 'sixpences and shillings' was started. THere were numerous locations discussed one of which was to be in front of Hotham Park House. Another site was Marine Park Gardens. Eventually, a location was agreed and in January, 1969, all the sections of the fountain were moved to the current resting place, on the promenade end of THe Steyne, and erection was completed by that March. It is still there today, an interesting piece of architecture and a reminder of Victorian times. THe Steyne itself is also a very interesting area of the town and I would suggest it is well worth a visit to see the gardens, and maybe just sit awhile and imagine all the people who have visited this particular area since the 1820s. Not much has changed in the Steyne, visually, although in the 1990s new buildings and flat conversations have taken place, but the builders have endeavoured to blend in with its historical past.
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High-flying Bognor march into Pompey for battle with Forces BOGNOR RFC's impressive start to the season will be put to the test as they take on a unbeaten United Services Portsmouth side this weekend. Under the direction of club stalwart Doug Millen, the Hampshire Avenue side have put in a series of good showings to kickstart their Hampshire One campaign. THat was continued on Saturday with a 26-0 demolition of Sundown & Shanklin in front of a decent home crowd. THe victory was the second out of three so far for Millen's men, a win that took them into the top three of a competitive division. Bognor will need to step up their game though, when they make the trip down the coast tomorrow (3pm) to play the unbeaten US team, who have won all three of their matches so far. THey prepared for the game against the Pompey rivals in the best way possible with a convincing performance against the visitors from the Isle of Wight. After a less than convincing start where S&S tested the Bognor defence, the home side showed their class in convincing style. Slick hands from Billy Toone, Darren Bidwell
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CHICHESTER RFC's winning start to life back in London One South rolls on as the Blues look to make it five from five this weekend. Scott Ashley's Blues host ninth-place Cobham tomorrow at Oaklands Park (3pm) full of confidence, having seen off a number of tough opponents in their 100 per cent start of the campaign. Chi continued that successful beginning to their campaign with an impressive 20-10 victory on the road against top-of-the-table CS Sports last weekend. THe win, which leaves them second level on points with Medway, was even more impressive given seven players were unavailable and traffic meant the squad arrived late at their west London destination. Club spokesman Roger Gould said: "Bearing in mind their selection problems, this victory ranks as one of Chichester's best ever performances away from home. "THey deserved the four points after an enthralling end to end game against strong
opponents at the top of the league. "With the score at half time 10-8 to CS Rugby, Chi once again fought back with their pack steadily gaining ascendancy. THeir determination and team spirit prevailed." Given the issues in reaching CS Sports, the match was delayed by 15 minutes. Simon Pinhorne and Aussie recruit Adrian Lynch made debuts, while Tim Cook, aged 37, took the right wing berth. After falling behind to an early penalty, a Richard Adams drop goal levelled the score at 3-3. THe hosts then scored a converted try but Chi replied before the break. A clean lineout and drive maul allowed Aaron Davies to touch down. THe conversion missed was missed to make it 10-8 at half-time. After the re-start, the Blues forwards took charge. A big push at the scrum saw Chris Johnson combine with Jack Bentall to touch down. Johnson scored again with five minutes to go to seal the victory and four points for the Blues.
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WEEK 2 - DIVISION ONE - Newtown Raiders 8 Friary Arms 12; THe Hoffs 12 Neptune 8; Old Barn Owls - bye; THe Legends - Aldwick Legion - POSTPONED MAN OF THE MATCH - Gary Williamson (Neptune) 20 & 23 darts [23.30 av]; Graeme Dutton (Friary Arms) 25 & 29 darts [18.56 av] 180s - Graeme Dutton (Friary Arms) x1; Ian Dendy (THe Hoffs) x1; Derrick Longhurst (Newtown Raiders) x1 DIVISION TWO - Chi Snooker Club 12 Cabin Cruisers 8; Richmond Arms 7 BRSA 13; Wheatsheaf 6 Hunston Club 17; Pier Bar 6 THe Hoffmeisters 14 MAN OF THE MATCH - Nick Hales (THe Hoffmeisters) 19 & 22 darts [24.44 av]; Rob Misselbrook (Hunston Club) 24 & 30 darts [18.56 av]; Dan Middleton (BRSA) 24 & 30 darts [18.56 av]; Keith Robinson (Chi Snooker Club) 24 & 32 darts [17.89 av] 180s - Nick Hales (the Hoffmeisters) x1 HIGH IN-SHOTS - Nick Hales (the Hoffmeisters) 160 & 105; Hayley Gatford (Hunston Club) 160; Dan Middleton (BRSA) 142; Alex Norgett (Chi Snooker Club) 112; Andy Stubbs (Hunston) 112. CHESS: Chichester Chess Club, which plays at THe Fishbourne Centre in Blackboy Lane, has enjoyed one of the most successful seasons in its lengthy history. THe club moved to the venue in 2012 and has enjoyed the venue ever since, with visiting teams commenting favourably on the playing room and social facilities. Playing on the extreme eastern edge of the Portsmouth and District Chess League (PDCL), and with support from kindred club Bognor and Arun, the club has won all three divisions in this league. Long-standing chess players believe this is the first time in the 70-year-history of the PDCL this has happened. Across the entire season, the club lost only five of 26 matches played across the three divisions. Club chairman Steve Smith said: “It’s a wonderful achievement by everyone and a tribute to the tireless work undertaken by the match captains, Specific thanks to Bill McDougall, Mick Plumb and Mike Spence. Our team was narrowly beaten in the final of the Cole Plate – effectively the FA Cup of the local chess scene. THis was a good effort, well steered by Jaimie Wilson." Several individuals with the club have also enjoyed success for the club as well as its teams. Steve Smith and Chichester veteran Alex Miller shared the honours for the Ruth Rose Cup for those aged over 60 and Ed Farrington won the Wilf Pratten Cup with the highest individual percentage score in Division 1. Contact Philip Wake on 01243 931253 and philipwake@hotmail.com
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Young Lions find their ruthless streak with back-to-back wins
f A team effort secured second spot for Chi
Chi sprint to the finish line CHICHESTER Athletics Club’s under 15s rounded off the season, making it a hat trick of county runners-up titles. After a battling campaign which has seen the young squad travel across the region competing, the final event took place at the Withdean Stadium in Brighton. Going in to the meet, the home town club were favourites to win the crown. But, after a day of fierce competition, it was Crawley who took the honours with Chichester rising from third to take the runners-up spot for the third year running. All 22 members of the Chi squad in both the A and B teams proved their worth in the three hour event. It was Ollie Beach who notched up Chichester’s only A string win in the whole match with a fine discus effort of nearly 30 metres. With Dylan Giles finishing second in the B string, the event marked the club’s best total of 19 out of a maximum 20 points. THe sprints were no less competitive with both Jacob Piper and Ollie Sanderson able to give a good account of themselves against some
nationally ranked opposition. Ollie then formed a good pairing with Zack Entiknapp in the hurdles while new member Niall Mears produced a fine run in the 800 metres to gain a well-deserved second place in the B string in his first ever race for the club. As in the boys’ match, it was good teamwork from the girls which enabled Chichester to finish the match as high as it did. Once again, it was the throws which provided the best haul of points. Millie Grant was a fine third in the A string for the shot which enabled Holly Trinder to win the B string with both athletes over seven metres and 18 points towards the club’s overall total. Holly was then joined by Freya Chandler for a third and second respectively in the discus while Freya was a good 3rd in the javelin with over 25 metres. Battling performances from the four relay teams in the 4 x 100 metres and 4 x 300 metres kept the margin to Brighton at just over 10 points to give Chichester the place and crucially move the club into second position on the alltime club rankings.
f Good throws boosted Chi's overall score
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PAGHAM head into a double header hoping a successful week can kickstart their campaign. THe Lions have struggled to find consistency this term, sitting in mid table of the SCFL Premier, winning four and losing three of the first seven games. But the joint management team of Richie Hellen and Tom Simmonds will be hoping their young charges have taken a big step forward after securing two victories in the space of four days. First up was a victory on penalties over Loxwood in the second round of the Peter Bentley Cup. THen, the Lions showed what they are capable of with a 3-1 win over Crawley Down Gatwick in the league. After an early Daryl Wollers strike was cancelled out, Lloyd Rowlatt and Callum Overton sealed the victory. It could and should have been more. Next up is a visit from struggling Arundel in the league tomorrow (3pm) before SCFL Division One side Wick make the trip to Nyetimber Lane in the first round of the Sussex Senior Cup on Tuesday (7.30pm).
f Pagham have found their stride
Blues keen to get back on track Ne
SELSEY'S young guns return to league action with a first win in four in their sights. THe Blues have been in stellar form in SCFL Division One and remain unbeaten as the season heads into October. After a blistering start where Steve Bailey's side chalked up six league wins in a row, that 100 per cent start was ended with a 2-2 draw at Seaford Town a fortnight ago. Two more disappointing results followed - an extra time loss to St Francis Rangers in the RUR Cup and a 1-0 reverse to the higher ranked Wessex Premier side Baffins Milton
Rovers in the FA Vase. Bailey will be hoping his Blues side can get back on track on their return to the league, with Ringmer the visitors to the Bunn Leisure Stadium tomorrow (3pm). THen it is on the road for a long trip to Eastbourne Borough's Priory Lane to face fellow SCFL Division One side Langney Wanderers on Tuesday in the Sussex Senior Cup (7.45pm). Elsewhere, Chichester City moved into second in the SCFL Premier after taking four points from six in the past week.
f Selsey celebrate a good start to the league season
Miles Rutherford's side demolished Worthing United 7-1 last weekend, with Scott Jones and Dave Herbert bagging hattricks. THen, a battling performance on the road at THree Bridges saw Chi come from behind to seal a 2-2 draw thanks to Ellis Martin and Jones. THose results have lifted City up the table, albeit after playing more games than the sides around them. Next up is a trip to local rivals Littlehampton Town tomorrow (3pm) before visiting Haywards Heath Town in the Sussex Senior Cup on Tuesday (7.45pm). With striker Jones scoring ten goals in just five games, hopes will be high at Oaklands Park that Chi can bag a decent return from another tough set of away trips. In SCFL Division Two, Sidlesham will be looking to continue their unbeaten start to the league campaign, welcoming leaders Jarvis Brook to the Recreation Ground tomorrow (3pm). Daren Pearce's side drew 0-0 with Cowfold last time out and will be sure to face a tougher task against the Crowboroughbased side who have lost just once in the league so far. Fellow division two side Bosham host Montpelier Villa tomorrow (3pm), fresh from a 5-2 win at Westfield with Callum Coker scoring a hat-trick.
Chi City Ladies seek to recover from loss CHICHESTER City Ladies will be looking to bounce back to winning ways after suffering their first loss in five games. Matt Wright's side have shown themselves more than capable of competing at a higher level after securing promotion to the FA Women's Premier League. But a four match unbeaten run in all competitions was brought to a halt on Sunday when second-placed Lewes condemned them to a 2-1 defeat at Oaklands Park. Chi, who sit seventh in the 12 team league, now will seek to put that behind them when they visit bottom side Swindon Town on Sunday (2pm). Wright's team will be hoping to get off to as strong a start as they did last weekend, when
Chloe Tucker put the Green Army in front. Her effort from a direct free kick flew into the top corner to give Chi a deserved lead. But they were unable to keep it, conceding just before the break from a sharp Lewes counter attack. THe visitors took the lead on the hour mark, after Chi failed to clear a corner. Try as they might, they just couldn’t find a way back into the tie and, with Lewes growing in confidence, the visitors held firm to come away with the points in the bag. Chichester will have to regroup again for the trip to Swindon. Elsewhere, the development squad lost 2-1 away to Crawley Wasps Reserves. Sophie Phelps scored the Chichester goal.
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f Rocks players and fans celebrate Ollie Pearce's opener against Gloucester City
Rocks out to spoil Sports' cup parade in a bid to find form Next Game
EASTBOURNE BORO (A) Tomorrow, 3PM
BOGNOR are up for the cup - with Rocks officials keen to use a succesful run as a springboard to future league success. THe Rocks head to Eastbourne Borough tomorrow (3pm) in the third preliminary round of the FA Cup for a game that sees them reunited with former manager Jamie Howell for the second time this term. Jack Pearce's side do so off the back of two much improved performances - with a 2-1 win over Weston-super-Mare in the last round followed up by a 2-2 draw against Gloucester City last weekend. Strikes from Ollie Pearce and Jimmy Muitt looked to have given the Nyewood Lane outfit the spoils, until City hit back, bagging the equaliser in added on time. THat draw leaves the Nyewood lane outfit in 18th in National South, two points and two places above the drop zone with a quarter of the season gone. But attention now switches to the cup. And with the Rocks just two victories away from the first round proper, players and officials know that a match-up against same league opponents gives them a chance of progress in the famous competition. THe £7,500 pay cheque would be a welcome boost to the Nyewood Lane coffers - but it is the bonus of winning games and generating momentum which is the biggest prize on offer.
Manager Jack Pearce said: "We have a team where no one has played at this standard before. "History shows that when teams of any level go up, unless they strengthen with people who have played at that higher level then they normally finish up with mixed results." Pearce's side will be up against it as they travel along the coast to face their National South rivals for the first time in the FA Cup. THe Sports have only lost once in their past 11 in all competitions, which includes a narrow 1-0 victory at Nyewood in August. Bognor will be without James Crane, who suffered a shoulder injury against Gloucester. THe involvement of frontman Alex Parson is unclear, too, after he dual-signed with Isthmian Premier bottom side Worthing, who are currently ground sharing at Nyewood due to problems with their artificial pitch. What is certain is that those Rocks players who are available will go into the match fitter than ever. With most of the team never playing at the National South level before, the squad have been put through their paces in the first three months of the campaign. THe feeling is that by being fitter than their opponents, they can have the edge when it truly matters in games. Sadly, against Gloucester City, that did not ring true.
Rocks' injuries mount up again JUST when Rocks fans thought they were over their injury crisis, another blow comes out of nowhere. After a strong start, Bognor were somewhat railroaded when five of their players were left on the treatment table. After a difficult month which saw the Nyewood Lane side go seven games without a win, the return to full fitness of the squad has co-incided with an upturn in form. THen, midway through the first half at Gloucester City, influential left back James Crane went up for a header and came down awkwardly. An early assessment after the 2-2 draw is that the club stalwart, who recently notched up his 400th goal for the club, will be out for up to two months. If there is a silver lining, it is that defender Kristian Campbell, who signed on a month's loan from National League side Bromley, settled in well. THat does not ignore the fact that the Rocks squad is a couple of injuries away from being stretched again. At the start of the campaign, manager Jack Pearce made clear that Bognor's season would rely on whether he could keep his small squad free from injury and free from suspension. With winter on the way, fans will be hoping for a physio-free few months as the Rocks look to move on from this stormy patch.
f Bognor on the attack against Gloucester City
THINGS are rarely quiet around Nyewood Lane but the past fortnight has seen another few ups and downs on the Rocks' roller-coaster. It started with that fans' meeting with manager Jack Pearce where he was open to questioning on a poor run of form that had seen us not win a game for a month. After that we needed a performance on the pitch. So it was great to get back to winning a game of football after so long without one! Beating Weston-SuperMare at Nyewood Lane in the FA Cup really proved what we can do on our day. It truly was a grandstand finish with James Crane nodding home from the back post right at the end. After going behind early, it was down to the team to come out in the second half and give it their all and so it showed. After this we welcomed the Gloucester City side to Nyewood Lane. Kick off was delayed to 3.20pm as the away coach encountered heavy traffic on the way to the match. For a change, Bognor took a two-goal lead, starting with Ollie Pearce smacking his shot into the right side of the net. THe goal celebration showed just how much work the boys have been putting in during training to get as fit as possible. Jimmy Muitt extended Bognor’s lead on 71 minutes and Rocks looked comfortable. But a deflected free kick swung beyond Dan Lincoln as the visitors pulled a goal back two minutes later. Super sub Edward Williams netted his second in the game a minute into stoppage time. It rather felt like a loss after this match. We did enough to win, creating chances and playing some neat football. But, again at this level, we
are up against teams that can punish you with clinical finishing. I am sure the players saw this as two points dropped. THe new loan signing of Kristian Campbell seemed to be an impressive addition. He was involved in our first goal and tried his best to link up the play down the left flank. I’d say in the first half he was involved a lot more, whereas during the second half he appeared to tire slightly. I have to admit I was puzzled at the loan signing of a defender before the game, but would later appreciate that it allowed the likes of Harvey Whyte and Calvin Davies more freedom on the pitch to create chances. THere was a negative to come out of the match (aside from the result...) My columnist colleague James Crane badly dislocated his shoulder in this game and will be out of action for some time. Get well soon Craney! Wishing you a speedy recovery! Tomorrow sees the Rocks travel to Priory Lane to take on Eastbourne Borough in the 3rd Qualifying Round of the Emirates FA Cup. Perhaps payback is on against our former manager, Jamie Howell? It would be great to win there. Especially after they managed to snatch a win earlier on in the season 1-0 back at Nyewood Lane. Knowing Jamie as I do, he will be determined to progress and get another win on home turf. THey have started to get results in the league and that’s no surprise to me. I know a lot of fans are making the trip on the Rocks on Tour coach. You just never know in the FA Cup! I hope to see you all there. Come on the Green Army! UP THE ROCKS
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