community news and information for irlam and cadishead issue 18 November 2013 m44.co.uk in this issue fracking concerns 03 welsh choir joins irlam 04 poppies for world war one 05 halloween fun 06 heart foundation benefits 08 food festival success 10
in your November issue local news 03 hdt news 14 regen news 15 community committee 16 whats on 19 buy local 20 education focus 21 live local 26 local history 27 local sport 32 an evening with the reds 35 See page 6 for full story Hello and welcome to the 18th Edition of M44 News, the monthly magazine for the residents of Irlam & Cadishead. November is upon us and our thoughts turn to Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day. Thanks to Dave Moss for the cover picture of the Cenotaph in Prince s Park a lasting message for all ages. We hope you all enjoyed the November fireworks on the park, for more information on the story behind the rockets this year, please see page 7. With December comes Christmas shopping and festivities, as always we urge everyone to shop and buy local wherever possible. And don t forget...the Salford Reds are coming to town for the chance to attend an evening with Marwan and Brian, see page 35 for details. Best Wishes contacts & contributors Advertising & Content Enquiries M44.co.uk, Abbey Studios 41-43 Liverpool Road, Cadishead, Manchester M44 5BQ T: 0161 776 1111 E: info@m44.co.uk Got a news story? Contact Bill McLaughlin T: 07767 303 577 E: news@m44.co.uk If you have any comments or ideas for articles, themes for future issues or news on projects benefiting people in the M44 area, please get in touch. 2 news issue 18
local news local stories news prestigious bentley award for local company A long established firm, based in the Irlam and Cadishead District for almost 30 years have received a top award from one of the worlds most prestigious brands. Simon Beeston, a Director of Greenoaks based on the Northbank Industrial Estate has been awarded Bentley Motors Ltd Contractor of the Year for 2013. Simon accepted the award last week from Liz Jackson, Bentley Construction Safety Engineer and Graham Chadwick, Bentley Environment & CDM Functional Manager. The award was given in appreciation for outstanding professionalism and customer service, the quality of Risk and Method Statement, working practices on site and the quality of work provided. Greenoaks Ltd have been in Irlam on the Northbank Industrial Estate for nearly 30 years, supplying and installing new and used Pallet Racking, Longspan and Adjustable Shelving systems along with Partitioning, Ceilings and Mezzanine Floors. The company employs 16 staff, many from the District and some of whom have been with the company for over 20 years. The Company offer a complete design supply and installation service both locally and nationally and have had for the last 4 years CHAS accreditation which is a requirement to comply with the Health and Safety Standards. Simon and fellow Director Gary Rogerson are pictured with the Award alongside happy employees Joanne Sharples, Michelle Jackson, Robert Davies and Diane Cathcart all from Irlam and Cadishead. councillors voice fracking concerns With plans to start exploratory drilling on Barton Moss in November and the possibility of controversial fracking processes being used in the near future, Irlam and Cadishead Councillors have called for some assurances. Councillor Roger Jones stated I feel it is very important to say that shale gas extraction (fracking) should only proceed when it is environmentally safe to do so. Igas will commence exploratory drilling for coal bed methane and shale gas on Barton Moss in November 2013. We expect from September 2014 onwards they will analyse the results and decide whether there is suffi cient gas to commence commercial extraction. The extraction of coal bed methane could then take place around 2015 but that process does not involve fracking. The extraction of shale gas which would involve fracking will need a further planning application to Salford City Council and the Government. Local Councillors attended a seminar last week on this subject and they listened to views from all sides on the question of fracking. Further seminars will be arranged over the next 12 months. They have stated that it is quite clear already that a number of issues must be addressed before any planning application can be considered: 1. Baseline conditions must be assessed with micro-seismic monitoring. An early warning detection system should also be implemented. 2. The chemicals used in this process must be non-hazardous with mandatory disclosure of chemicals used. 3. The integrity of the shale gas well must be assured to prevent water contamination. 4. The level of methane in groundwater should be assessed prior to drilling. 5. The site at Barton Moss must have a full environmental impact assessment. 6. All this monitoring activity must take place over a 12 month period to allow suffi cient time to gather all the evidence required for the planning application. 7. If the Government are minded to give planning permission for shale gas extraction using fracking then there must be a clear benefi t for local residents including a long term sustainable investment into Irlam and Cadishead and a feasibility study into lower energy prices for local residents. community news and information for Irlam and Cadishead 3
local stories welsh choir joins irlam male voice Irlam Male Voice Choir and their guests The Foel Male Voice Choir sang in Cadishead recently. The concert, held at the hall at Cadishead Primary School, came about after Julie Parker (Musical Director of IMVC) heard the Foel Male Voice Choir (Cor Meibion Y Foel) sing at a concert in Llandudno. Julie and Gres Pritchard (Musical Director of CMYF) thought of the idea to have two joint concerts for the choirs. The fi rst took place in Cadishead with the possibility of the IMVC travelling to Wales next year to sing with Y Foel once again. Julie told M44 News, Both choirs performed pieces from their own repertoire. Then they joined forces to perform three pieces, Silver Trumpet, Amen / This little light of mine, and Gwahoddiad sang in Welsh. Julie Parker conducted Irlam, accompanied by Kathleen Hesford on piano. CMYF was conducted and accompanied by Gres Pritchard. Compere s for the choirs were John Best (IMVC) and Donald Pritchard (CMYF). IMVC sang a mixture of songs from shows including There is nothing like a dame and A Medley from Les Miserables, featuring soloists Phil Morris, Des O Driscoll, Eddie Thompson and John Boardman and a selection of standard material including You raise me up, New York, New York and Softly as I leave you with In the gloaming featuring Baritone soloist Dan Craddock. CMYF included well known Welsh songs in their programme, Athenry, Lisa Lan, and a rendition of I dreamed a dream in Welsh. Their programme in the second half ended with Pan Fyddor Nos Yn Hir, a song that had been composed for them, and which had the audience clapping along. Solos were sung by Emyr Jones and Rhys Peters and a tin whistle played by Eamon O Donnel. After an afternoon rehearsal in Cadishead, a meal was provided for both choirs by Christine s Tearoom in Irlam. The concert was sponsored by The Hamilton Davies Trust, Tyldesley Therapy Practice, Mary Fryer Stevens (on behalf of British Telecom) and Cadishead Primary gave free use of their hall for the concert venue. A fantastic evening was had by all. planting trees in the park Youngsters from Bairns Garden Day Nursery donned their wellies and armed with spades and shovels, strolled down to Prince s Park to spend a fun day planting sapling trees. Bianca Leder said The children from our holiday club planted trees at Prince s park as part of looking after our community, the trees have been donated by the Woodland trust and our young ones are enhancing part of Irlam and Cadishead s community with trees that will hopefully be there for many years to come. The trees were planted at the edge of the grass and small trees already growing along the edge of the Old River, at the Winskill Road entrance to Prince s Park. 4 news issue 18
local stories news poppies to commemorate world war one Stone Masons J E Marks have donated packets of poppy seeds to the district to help commemorate the 100 year anniversary of the start of World War One. Julie Smith from J E Marks told M44 News, We are donating poppy seeds to local cemeteries and gardens, and I am currently looking to engage with a local elderly peoples residential groups to see if any of the residents would like to be involved in knitting poppies. We provide the pattern and the wool and needles and then then sell them to raise money for the local British Legion. Julie added, We are part of the Co-operative Group that are supporting the Royal British Legion and I have a number of seeds packets to give away to be planted in the area, ready for fl owering next spring to On the 19th October, Julia Ogden hosted a race night in memory of her daughter Lisa Ogden who passed away from ovarian cancer in 2007. The race night was in aid of the Willow Foundation, who provide special days out for seriously ill 16 to 40 year olds. After Lisa was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2006, the Willow Foundation provided her with a special break away to Edinburgh to create happy memories with her loved ones. Sadly Lisa passed away without being able to give back to the Willow Foundation, so mum Julia planned to fulfi l her daughter s wishes and raise money for the foundation. With the help of her family, Julia has hosted race nights for the past six years and each time has raised hundreds of pounds for charity. This year was no exception with 624 raised, taking the total amount raised past the 10,000 mark. commemorate the anniversary of the war. In addition I have linked in with the Co-operative Food Store in Irlam, who are going to display Knitters Wanted posters in the store. We are hoping to get local people and staff to knit poppies so we can sell them on and funds raised will go to the RBL. I have provided wool, knitting needles and patterns, to help with the knitting campaign, I am just waiting on a call from the Royal British Legions Community Fund Raiser, for this area, to see how we take this forward in terms of selling them on behalf of the RBL. charity race night success Each race was sponsored by a company, community group or family and each horse was owned by a family or individual, with the winning owner being presented with a bottle of wine. The horses in the fi nal race were auctioned off to the highest bidder with the money donated to the Willow Foundation. After the races were over, the famous raffl e took place and it was clear everyone had their eyes on the prizes, with every table covered in an array of raffl e tickets. The night ended with a disco, which was enjoyed by all, celebrating Lisa s bubbly and fun-loving personality. Julia added: I am really happy with the event and the money raised and the continued support of family and friends, and Lisa s friends. Thank you all so much. Words by Beth Gleave restoring addison road allotments Restorative work has started to bring an urban jungle back in to use as allotments for, offering green fi ngered residents the chance to grow and indeed eat their own locally grown produce. Work has started on the Addison Road site in Irlam, with the Salford Probation Community Payback team doing a great job in Strimming back the area. The work is overseen by Manchester College who are running an OCN course in Horticulture so the offenders fi nish with a certifi cate for their efforts. A meeting was also held at Boundary Road Methodist Church for the local residents from the waiting list interested in obtaining a plot when the allotments become available. A committee was formed with a constitution set up and a bank account opened which will allow the group to apply for funding. community news and information for Irlam and Cadishead 5
local stories spooky times at prince s park Were you brave enough to venture down to Irlam s Prince s Park this Halloween and walk in the enchanted wood? With a legion of zombies, witches, hobbits, ghosts and ghouls haunting the Liverpool Road Park, courtesy of the Salford Musical Theatre Company there were certainly some strange sights to see. It was all in good spirits though, as Salford Community Leisure held their Halloween Spooky Thriller at the Park on Friday 25th October. Visitors took time out to make their way through the Spooky Walk, whilst others had their faces painted, took part in the arts and crafts activities available under the pale moonlight or listened to stories from a friendly story telling witch. The event was supported by the Friends of Irlam and Cadishead Parks and Irlam and Cadishead Community Committee. Thanks also to story writer Jane McNulty, St John s Ambulance and The Rotary Club of Irlam, who provided volunteers on the night. ghosts spotted on dudley road There were more spooky goings on down at Dudley Road in Cadishead recently with reports of vampires, ghosts, monsters and even Frankenstein spotted rampaging in the area. But sleep safe and secure brave Cadishead folk as M44 News can confi rm the sightings were confi ned to the house of Sarah Ryan and partner Carl Kent. Sarah said, For the past two years we have decorated the whole house in a Halloween theme and it just keeps getting bigger and better with my partner Carl enjoying it as much as the kids. Twins Ethan and Connor age 9, Oliver age 7 (pictured) and Scarlett age 2 just love the house at Halloween. Connor told M44, We get loads more trick or treaters since putting up the Halloween stuff at home, it makes the house look really cool yet a bit scary and frightening for visitors. 6 news issue 18
local stories news pumpkins carved at fiddlers lane Around 50 families took part in the Fiddlers Lane Primary School Family Pumpkin Carving Session (pictured) as part of the schools Halloween fun activities before the Half Term break. Under the supervision of staff and parents, children set about their pumpkins in all shapes and sizes to make a mountain of pumpkin lanterns some friendly, some scary but all spectacular. Ann McQuirk business manager at the school told M44 News, It was great to see so many students and their parents joining in this group activity. The whole hall was literally full of pumpkins being carved by creative parents, guardians and their children, the lanterns looking spectacular at our Halloween Disco later in the week. At the disco vampires, witches, zombies, monsters, ghosts and ghouls turned up in their droves at the appointed witching hour and even school staff joined in the fun with pointed hats and witches capes the order of the day. fireworks saved at eleventh hour The Annual Irlam and Cadishead Bonfire and Fireworks Spectacular to celebrate Guy Fawkes Night has been saved from being axed at the eleventh hour. The popular free event at Prince s Park on Liverpool Road has been one of the highlights on the local calendar for many years, attracting thousands to the Park to watch the Bonfi re and Fireworks Spectacular in a safe environment. However, Irlam and Cadishead Councillors received letters on the 28th October telling them the event would not go ahead after facing the axe in Salford Councils bid to save money. Cllr Roger Jones said, We immediately contacted and lobbied Salford Mayor Ian Stewart to try and sort out this issue. After all the Bonfi re night on Friday 8th November had already been advertised and mentioned extensively locally and to axe it at such short notice was just not on. Mayor Stewart agreed with the Councillors that the 14,000 that would be saved didn t warrant cancelling the show at such late notice, so the Bonfi re and Fireworks were allowed to go ahead, for this year at least. It seems therefore, this may well be the last Council funded Bonfi re Night for the Irlam and Cadishead District. An end of an era, in the face of yet more cutbacks to Council funding. most haunted down at the boathouse The Boathouse Pub in Irlam became the Most Haunted in the District as Halloween Fever gripped the popular pub with ghosts, skeletons, witches, devils and the odd pumpkin all playing their part! Landlady Jean told the M44 News, Every year we hold a party for children with funds raised by the Pubs Bonus Ball Competition. We had games, drinks and refreshment for the young ones who all seemed to have a great scary time. Leader of the Pack and keeping the Little Devils in check down at the Boathouse was renowned local entertainer Budgie (pictured) with the Monster Mash and Thriller topping the dance fl oor requests. community news and information for Irlam and Cadishead 7
local stories british heart foundation in double benefit The Rotary Club of Irlam held a Ladies Evening recently, with two important themes. First, they were entertained by three students from Irlam & Cadishead College (ICC) who had recently taken the R.Y.L.A. (Rotary Young Leaders Award). The course is a way of taking young people away from their home environment, to teach them life skills, problem solving and leadership. The second theme was based on the Rotary President s chosen charity of the year. Rotarians raise money each year by donating their loose change at each meeting. The outgoing Rotary President, Jim Parker explained My chosen charity for my term was the British Heart Foundation (BHF). The Inner Wheel s President for the same period was Barbara Murchan and without knowing, it transpired she had chosen the same charity as I had. Our Ladies Evening was the ideal occasion to invite a representative from the British Heart Foundation to join us for a joint presentation of our respective cheques. Brian Critchley, a treasurer for the BHF was keen to accept, so travelled from Macclesfi eld to be with us. I have already explained how we collect our contribution, which was around 500 but the Inner Wheel put far more work into raising their donation. At the recent Summer Show the ladies of Inner Wheel, baked cakes, cakes and more cakes, and along with teas and coffees raised the absolutely fantastic fi gure of 1,240. Brian gave a wonderful acceptance speech, telling everyone just how helpful these donations are and how they will enable them to achieve much more. fundraiser for bev slater Fundraisers at Irlam Endowed School have raised around 500 in memory of brave Irlam mum Bev Slater, who passed away recently after losing her battle with Cancer. An afternoon cream tea organised by the catering staff and other fundraising events supported by staff, parents and students raised the fantastic total in memory of Bev, who will be forever remembered for her work in the area and her incredible dedication. Despite everything, Bev gave her all to local community projects and her memory lives on in the work she did and the friends she made. fire station goes pink for charity The Irlam and Cadishead Health Improvement Service, together with the local fi re service got together recently to raise awareness of breast cancer and to fund raise for Macmillan and Breakthrough Breast Cancer during Pink October, breast cancer awareness month. Held at the Irlam Fire Station on Fairhills Road the community were invited to sample some delicious healthy snacks, fi nd out more information and advice on Breast Cancer Awareness and generally come together as a community to support the day. Many local people came to the event which was free but through donations raised over 60 for the charities. 8 news issue 18
local stories news pcso joins governors Congratulations to Irlam PCSO Mark Hutton who recently became a School Governor for Fiddlers Lane Primary School, once again showing his support and commitment for the District. He told M44 News, For those of you that live in that area and have any issues with or around the school please let me know so I can raise them. I have recently been asked about parking issues around Moorfi eld Primary and St Joseph s Primary schools and will shortly be looking at setting up a Junior PCSO scheme at these locations if the head teachers are interested. This will assist us with targeting the parking issues at the location. Mark added, Myself and Police volunteer Barbara Edmunds are currently working on Home Watch schemes on and around the Moss Vale area of Irlam as there are currently a limited number of schemes in that vicinity. We have recently launched a new scheme on Helston Close and are working at setting up similar Schemes around the Wentworth Avenue area. So far this month (1st-16th October) in Higher Irlam there have been a total of 11 Crimes which sounds a lot but when compared to other area s of Salford is very good. Crimes have included criminal damages theft of cycles and mobile phones and the theft of a motor vehicle. Got a story? Call 07767 303 577 or email info@m44news.co.uk charity zumba a great success Local woman Pauline Brown led the way and managed to rope in dozens of ladies to take part in a mass fun charity Zumbathon (pictured) - with the real winners two cancer charities. Pauline told M44 News, I heard of a family member having testicular cancer and it spreading and in the same week a very brave mum of two lost her battle with cancer, I read a very moving memory from her 13 year old daughter about her mum, it broke my heart. However, the same week I heard of my daughter s friend s dad getting the all clear from bowl cancer, just as my mum did, so I decided instead of being angry and sad I would do my bit to help. With the support and encouragement of some friends and deciding to have a bit of fun as well, we organised the charity Zumbathon. We had three lovely ladies instructing on the day at Irlam Catholic Club and I would like to thank everyone for their support. Pauline s Zumbathon in aid of testicular cancer and Macmillan took place at the Catholic Club in Irlam on the 20th October with a 5 entry (kids free) there was also a face painter, cakes and lots of fantastic raffl e prizes including a tattoo worth 40, spray tan, set of nails, a facial by Elimis and much more. Miss Teen Great Britain local girl Ella Ravenscroft was on hand to present the raffl e prizes. Macmillan Cancer Support improves the lives of people affected by cancer. They provide practical, medical, emotional and fi nancial support and push for better cancer care. One in three of us will get cancer. Two million of us are living with it. We are all affected by cancer. We can all help. more on offer at tiger moth Pedicures could replace pints at an Irlam pub which has opened its doors to a beauty course. The new course, which covers all aspects of hand, skin and nail care with extra sessions on how to stay beautiful from the inside, is not the only unusual item on the pub s menu. Weight Warriors, a 10 week course, aimed at helping local residents beat the bulge and improve their health in time for Christmas is also taking place in the pub. Both courses are free and are run by the Irlam and Cadishead team at Salford City Council s health improvement service (HIS). The courses are part of an extensive programme of courses and activities covering everything from healthy eating and physical activities to drinking sensibly and quitting smoking. The beauty course is being run in partnership with Salford City College. Julia Block, Senior Community Health Development Worker for the Service pictured with Eileen McCallion from the Tiger Moth said Lots of people have registered an interest in the course, so we are hoping it will be a great success. The HIS also run - in conjunction with the college - a jobs course, writing CVs, interview skills, job search and more in Cadishead. Weight Warriors runs on Fridays from 10am to 11.30am, while the health and beauty course started in September and runs on Thursday mornings from 9.30am to 12 noon. More details on all the courses are available and places can be booked by calling 0800 952 1000 or emailing health.improvement@salford.gov.uk community news and information for Irlam and Cadishead 9
local stories food festival proving a big success Irlam & Cadishead College was the fantastic venue for the Irlam and Cadishead Community Food Festival held recently. Local Schools, organisations and agencies were on hand to provide treats, recipes and a whole banquet of healthy food advice and inspiration. Local Produce was on display with other stalls offering Food Art, Food for Mind and Body, Herbs and Spices as well as cooking demonstrations and just to help visitors relax trainees from Irlam & Cadishead College were on hand to offer relaxing massages and beauty treatment advice. Salford ceremonial Mayor Cllr Alan Clague was delighted to see the range and diversity of local produce produced by local non commercial growers from the Moss and locally based allotments. A great afternoon for all. city west customer awards Salford s unsung heroes got their chance to shine at an awards ceremony hosted by City West Housing Trust recently. Sheila Bannon from Irlam won the Number One Neighbour Award on the night. Sheila runs the family and toddler group at a church in Cadishead alongside running the local neighbourhood watch and leading the local Tenants and Residents Association helping to build positive relationships in the area. More than 230 people attended the ceremony at the Lighthouse, Eccles, to honour customers who are helping to inspire people in their communities and make neighbourhoods a better place to live. David Cummins, Director of Communities and Neighbourhoods at City West Housing Trust, said, Each person picking up an award has made a lasting contribution to improving the lives of people in West Salford. It is people like these who make our communities special and its gives us a huge amount of pride to see the lengths our customers go to in a bid to improve the neighbourhoods where they live. deeper cuts to care services announced Salford City Mayor, Ian Stewart, recently passed a proposal to make adults with moderate care needs ineligible for funding. In his response to the council executive, Mayor Stewart said: I have reluctantly, and with a very heavy heart, decided to accept the proposal. The change to the Fair Access to Care Services (FACS) policy will affect an estimated 1300 Salford residents and anyone who does not have substantial or critical needs will become responsible for fi nancing their own care. The savings will contribute to the 75m in savings Salford Council need to make over the next two years. Mayor Ian Stewart criticised the coalition government who have already imposed over 97m in cuts over the last two years, calling them insensitive and heartless to those most in need. Mr Stewart said the decision was horrendous but insisted he had no alternative other than to approve the proposal, if Salford Council are to preserve the care available to those with substantial and critical care needs. Councillor Peter Connor, Assistant Mayor for Adult Services and Services for Older People, presented the proposal, which included extensive consultation over a period of more than 12 months. He said: It is very clear that all of us are saddened to have to make these decisions on behalf of the vulnerable because of global fi nancial mismanagement. The council will continue to be responsible for assessing those who present themselves with community care needs and will also provide information and advice. The Mayor concluded his decision by commending Salford Council for being the last local authority in Greater Manchester to succumb to the pressures of austerity and amend their FACS policy, stating 87 per cent of local authorities have already made moderate care ineligible for funding. 10 news issue 18
local stories news three arrested after car stolen spate of local cycle thefts buses attacked on cutnook Earlier in the month offenders stole a vehicle from Station Road, Irlam and took it onto Irlam Moss where they burnt the vehicle out on Twelve Yards Road, Irlam. The offenders were sighted by a member of public burning the vehicle and an accurate description was then passed onto Police. The offenders were detained on Cutnook Lane, Irlam by PCSO Mark Hutton. All three were arrested for motor vehicle theft and arson and are now on bail. The Irlam and Cadishead District has been suffering from the theft of pedal cycles at the moment with some very expensive bikes being stolen. Three youths were arrested for a robbery in Irlam after a meeting to purchase a mountain bike was arranged. The seller attended the meeting point in good faith, only to have his bike and mobile phone stolen. All three were charged, two youths were bailed and one youth was remanded in custody. There seems to be an issue around the Cutnook Lane area of Irlam with youths throwing items at passing buses. On one occasion a window was smashed but luckily there were no passengers on the other side of the window. This is extremely dangerous and could cause a potentially serious accident. If you see anyone throwing anything at buses please call the Police on 101. youngsters learning about school Young Children at Bairns Garden Nursery visited a local primary school recently to learn all about PEOPLE WHO HELP US as part of an on going project. Mrs Val Rutty at Irlam Primary School on Liverpool Road, welcomed the youngsters to her school where they meet several teachers and were invited to join the nursery class for a time. The children at Bairns Garden enjoyed the morning learning about the role of the teacher and what it is going to be like when they will join the big nursery. Bianca Leder, Manager of Bairns Garden told M44 News, A big thank you to Irlam Primary for giving our children the opportunity to learn more about our community, it s a great way to support our children s learning and development. big moss birdwatch cancelled TWITCHERS and locals were upset to hear that the Big Moss Birdwatch, scheduled to take place on 20 October, was cancelled by police amidst fears of fracking protests. Greater Manchester Police have been criticized for protecting the interests of igas, the company expected to start drilling exploratory bore holes on the Barton Moss site this month, despite wide community opposition. The fun, family, community event, which included a bird watching competition, photography competition and a children s treasure hunt, was organized by Salford birder, James Walsh as part of the Salford Docklands bird watch activities. The Manchester Ship Canal Conservation Network posted the cancellation to their Facebook page the day before the event was due to take place. They said: This morning we received a phone call from a Police Offi cer from Eccles Police Station and we are not prepared to host an event that has been subject to a Police warning. Although we are extremely disappointed to have to cancel this event at such short notice, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused. bring back tom leydon campaign A campaign has been launched to bring back a local police offi cer, suspended from using the GMP social media accounts earlier this month, after he posted an inappropriate comment. The Bring back Tom Leydon Facebook page began after the constable was restricted from publishing to the GMP Irlam and Cadishead site, following a status regarding the arrest of a 15-year-old boy which generated complaints from locals. A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police, said: A recent post on the Irlam and Cadishead Facebook page was deleted as some of the content was found to be inappropriate. An apology was also issued. The offi cer responsible has been suspended from using the neighbourhood social media accounts. Although many Facebook users accept the post refl ected poor judgment in it s wording, locals have appealed to GMP to reinstate PC Leydon s social media privileges. The offi cer has been dubbed the funniest PC in the GMP, with one user commenting: How many more people are now aware of GMP posts though thanks to Tom. He deserves another chance. GMP stated there was no requirement to respond at this stage. community news and information for Irlam and Cadishead 11
local stories morris dancers are real gems Irlam Gems Morris Dancers recently arranged a fun walk and fun day in aid of Bev Slater, who sadly lost her fight with cancer this year. All the families involved within the troupe pulled together collecting books, bric a brac, toys, clothes and raffl e prizes many of which were kindly donated by local companies from nails vouchers, hair vouchers, beauty vouchers, cakes and even a Salford Reds VIP voucher and much more. Other kind hearted people donated gazebos, chairs, homemade cakes, food and even a bouncy castle and football shootout. The fun day was preceded by a sponsored walk (pictured) from Cadishead back to Irlam with dozens of the children and parents from Irlam Gems taking part in their pink and black dresses, pumps and bells, walking from the Lion Pub in Cadishead all the way to the new park on Silver Street, with the energy to Morris Dance the last lap. Victoria Jones told M44 News, Although everybody involved was absolutely tired out by the Friday night, they were even mowing grass at 11.00pm at night with light from a motorbike; it was so well worth it. We managed to raise over 2000 for the family which was such an overwhelming moment. She added, Since that day we often refl ect and think about Bev and Irlam Gems continues to thrive. We train on Tuesday nights from 4pm at Irlam Social Club on Cutnook Lane. So if there is anybody out there who wishes to come and join our Morris Dancing family come along and have a go or even just pop in for a chat plesae contact Viki Jones on 07748 027 367. salford council care shortfall SALFORD Council are being criticised by Irlam and Cadishead residents for not supporting fair choice, after vulnerable people experience a shortfall in their care funding. An Irlam man whose mother suffers with multiple sclerosis, spoke anonymously to M44 about his experience with Salford Council care funding after she incurred a whopping 7000 cost when she made the choice to change care provider. He said: Six months ago we changed my mum s care as we weren t happy with the council s approved provider. We had a torrid time with Sevecare. The new carers, Select Community Support (SCS) have been fantastic, but they re graded as tier four and are not on the approved council list. His mother now has a shortfall of 2.54 an hour and receives 56 hours of care each week, resulting in an additional 7000 a year to fi nd. However some M44 residents feel the council s direct payment policy eliminates choice, with only certain approved companies servicing Irlam and Cadishead. Residents are expressing concern, the lack of choice is resulting in a monopoly for certain care providers whom they allege use their position as an excuse for shoddy practices and understaffi ng. Salford Council responded, stating: There is no monopoly in M44 or any other area. It is up to agencies where they choose to provide services. Seven companies were awarded home care contracts by tender in 2010. A further 14 companies did not win contracts but agreed to sign up to Salford City Council s quality standards. All of these agencies offer care at market rates. Salford City Council s tender in 2010 was for three year contracts, with an option to extend for a further two years. We will be extending contracts. A spokesperson for Pendelers Trust, said: Salford Council s judgement of care may be different to what you or I think, but the decision is theirs. Agencies and service users being frustrated at their care not being on a higher tier is a common problem. Anyone with concerns over their care funding should contact the Adult Social Care Team on 0161 909 6517. Helen Baker, Salford Director for Sevacare said she was unable to investigate allegations of poor service standards if the lady concerned wished to remain anonymous. She said All our staff receive a full induction, including three days in a classroom followed by shadowing. 12 news issue 18
local stories news farm shop offers so much more Lucy s Farm Shop opened its doors for the first time on November 1st selling every kind of fruit and vegetables imaginable from potatoes to Passion Fruit and everything in between. The shop, open seven days a week at Larkhill Farm, Astley Road, Irlam, M44 5LS offers so much more including bedding plants and hand tied bouquets and a wide range of homemade jams, preserves and chutney s. The two and a half acre site has some exciting times ahead including the development of a children s petting farm, on site tea room, and the provision of school and disabled allotments on the site with seasonal events to be held throughout the year. harold takes on zip challenge A speciality of the shop is the range of farm fresh eggs available in three different sizes also including free range and duck eggs. From December a range of fresh meats turkey, chicken, beef and pork will be available in time for Christmas Lucy s is named after seven year old Lucy Fisher, pictured with her sister Sandie age four. With the Farm Shop idea coming from Lucy who used to sell her own chicken and duck eggs locally. Firefighters in Irlam were treated to a slapup three course meal on station thanks to a group of teenagers who in turn learnt about Bonfire safety. Youngsters rustled up burgers, salad, wedges and cheesecake at the Fairhills Road Fire Station kitchen as part of their rehabilitation educational programme recently. Firefi ghter Dave Pike said, Irlam s a community based station, so we were only too happy when the youngsters said they wanted to cook for us as part of their lessons, which are outside of mainstream education. We were out carrying out drills in the yard while the young people got to work in the kitchen and we fi nished just as they were putting the fi nishing touches to the meals, so we were A major plan includes the planting of 18,000 Christmas trees to create a Christmas Forest. Part of the farm shop buildings hosts a display of bespoke venue dressing, where all you could ever need for your wedding venue dressing including chair covers, sashes, ribbons, bows and table decorations are on display and available to order. cooking for the firefighters able to help them a bit. The food was delicious and we really enjoyed every mouthful. Following the meal the fi refi ghters chatted to the young people about Bonfi re safety, as part of the Treacle campaign, just days before fi reworks go legally on sale. The Treacle campaign is designed to prevent, tackle and protect against antisocial behaviour, criminal damage and reducing incidents and injuries during the Halloween and Bonfi re night period. Councillor John Merry, Salford City Council s assistant mayor for children added, We decided it d be great to engage in community participation at the same time so the teenagers were delighted that the fi refi ghters took us up on our offer to cook them lunch. A brave 76 year old Cadishead man took to a daredevil challenge without hesitation, all the more remarkable as he has been registered blind since 1972. Daredevil Harold Smith from Chestnut Avenue, Cadishead volunteered to take on an aerial zip wire 100 feet above the Manchester Ship Canal to raise money for the Guide Dogs charity. Harold was part of team Guide Dog who took on the 820 feet zip wire across the Manchester Ship Canal at Salford Quays supported by wife Mavis, daughter Mandy, family members his guide dog Wallis and joined on the challenge by son in law Tony Elford dressed as cartoon dog Gromit. Harold a former pupil of Irlam Central School told M44 News, I would like to thank everyone who has helped or sponsored myself and team GD for the Guide Dogs Charity. We have raised around 900 up to now. community news and information for Irlam and Cadishead 13
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buy local introducing one stop shop at the all new anvil For many years the Anvil Convenience Store on Liverpool Road, Cadishead has been a focal point for the Community and now following a major refurbishment has reopened offering so much more than the old store ever could. For the past twelve year s owner Emad Uddin and his family have served the people of Cadishead and Irlam and he is absolutely delighted with the new look one stop shop. The Anvil is now fully disabled friendly with push button automatic doors and a newly built wheelchair access ramp to help with access for everyone. The remodelled Anvil a Booker Premier Store now offers more than 400 new lines in the bright and airy premises which really is a one stop shop with everything you could ever need for your grocery and household needs including a comprehensive supply of stationery, dairy, frozen food, soft drinks, confectionery range and a variety of pet food and products. But the Anvil now offers even more with a Post Offi ce Local in-store that has taken over the Post Offi ce needs for Cadishead with the old Post Offi ce closing its doors recently. The shop is also a National Lottery outlet and has a PAY POINT where you can pay all your bills whilst carrying out the weekly shop! The Anvil will be offi cially opened on Friday 8th November by MP Barbara Keeley who will cut the ribbon at 3pm. The grand opening will hopefully be a great success with balloons, goodie bags and face painting for the kids and refreshments for everyone. With every transaction on the day, a raffl e will be entered into a free draw with prizes including a Playstation 3(1st prize), 100 love to shop voucher (2nd prize) and gift hamper(3rd prize). Emad Uddin said, We would like to welcome all our customers old and new to the revamped Anvil as always there are loads of bargains to be had including our fantastic 1 range that includes Warburtons Medium or Toastie bread 800g for 1 and two Litres of Milk also for just 1. Anvil Convenience Store Tel: 0161 777 9051 104 Liverpool Road Cadishead Salford Greater Manchester M44 5AN Store opening times Mon - Sat: 5am - 8pm Sun: 6am - 8pm Post Office opening times Mon - Sat: 6am - 7.30pm Sun: 7.30am - 7.30pm 20 news issue 18
education focus Monthly news from Irlam & Cadishead College. international award for local college Irlam & Cadishead College has been awarded the British Council s prestigious International School Award (ISA) in recognition of its work to bring the world into the classroom. The International School Award is a badge of honour for schools that do outstanding work in international education, such as through links with partner schools overseas. Fostering an international dimension in the curriculum is at the heart of the British Council s work with schools, so that young people gain the cultural understanding and skills they need to live and work as global citizens. Irlam & Cadishead College s international work includes student pen pals; English project work; teacher exchanges and a visit by Irlam and Cadishead students to experience the culture of The Gambia and take part in a lesson as well as teaching themselves! With the next organised group from the College due to travel to Gambia early in the New Year. John Ferguson, Head Teacher at the Station Road College, told M44 News, We are thrilled that the international work we undertake as a school is valued. The school promotes students spiritual, moral, social and multicultural development, valuing diverse experiences and the award is recognition of this. Our students are developing their understanding of communities and the well-established link with our Gambian partner school encourages this. The ISA encourages and supports schools to develop an international ethos embedded throughout the school, with a majority of pupils within the school impacted by and involved in international work including collaborative curriculum-based work with a number of partner schools and Curriculumbased work across a range of subjects with Year-round international activity and the involvement of the wider community. upcoming events 21 November Year 11 Parents evening 12 December Year 7 Parents evening February 2014 - School Production of Oliver in February - Tickets on Sale Soon See www.iccollege.org.uk for more information, democracy in action at college Students at Irlam & Cadishead College have always been encouraged to take part in the democratic process with regular votes by students for college representatives. History teacher Mr Smith told M44 News, Democracy is a right we should not take for granted. We encourage students to participate in the Democratic Process whenever possible. Our picture shows Year Eight students Zineb Bouita and Hanna Hankinson voting for their choice of Deputy Head boy and girl at the College. Hannah added, You have the choice so why not use it, everyone should use their vote if they have the chance. community news and information for Irlam and Cadishead 21
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live local Leisure, entertainment and community groups. the friends of hollinfare cemetery Over the past 3 years local volunteers from Irlam, Cadishead and other local areas have joined Rixton-with-Glazebrook residents to help improve the look and feel of Hollinfare cemetery. Thanks to the hard work and commitment of volunteers the cemetery has maintained its Green Flag status for the second year running. Because of them the once neglected cemetery is being transformed from an overgrown and dark space into a pleasant green public area for all to enjoy. Gravetending Scheme. Chair Mandy Eccles told M44 News, The introduction of our Gravetending Scheme has proved to be a most welcomed service by relations of the bereaved who cannot attend their loved ones graves. Apart from giving relations peace of mind that their grave is regularly cleaned and sensitively cared for, all monies received from the scheme and from other generous donations are used to purchase plants and shrubs to further enhance the look of the cemetery. The Friends work in partnership with Warrington Borough Council (WBC) Bereavement Services and are committed to engaging the support of the local community and businesses. Volunteers span all ages from young children to adults with over 60 years of experience, all bringing different skills and practical assistance. With such a wealth of support many things have been achieved. Successful fundraising and grant applications have secured funding from Stronger Together, The Hamilton Davies Trust, WBC Bereavement Services, The Rotary Club of Irlam, Warrington Charities Trust and Community Chest. Monies raised have enabled Friends to provide tools and equipment for volunteers; new security fencing; watering cans for grave tenders; a seated weather shelter for visitors; large planters; and a new bench. WBC Bereavement Services have also introduced security cameras, a Friends notice board and additional water taps. Their Memorial Improvement Scheme and tree works are making a big difference to the look and feel of the cemetery - contact 01925 267731 for more detail. The Friends have been heartened by the kind words and donations from visitors to the cemetery and from relatives taking up their There is still plenty to be done to help maintain and improve the cemetery further. If volunteering outdoors and making a difference whilst having fun is for you, then please come along! Monthly Action Days are held at the cemetery on the last Saturday of each month from February - November. Volunteers are always made welcome and can pop in anytime between 10am - 2pm to help. To see images and read more about the achievements of the Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery please visit: www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net or 26 news issue 18
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local sport ic college so close to victory ICC Year 11 s travelled to The Cliff for their annual football tournament and only just missed out on the win. It would be an extremely successful day on the whole, with the side giving 100% throughout before finishing as worthy runners up. After progressing through the group stages, Murphy showed his class in the semi - fi nal to grab the game s only goal and send a jubilant ICC into the fi nal. Special mentions must go to the back three of Sabor, Carey and Peck who gave little away all day and gave ICC a solid platform from which to build. The fi nal was a close game with both of the sides creating occasional chances, lacking the killer touch. With minutes to go, Irlam conceded a late goal, only to then push up and in dramatic fashion nearly snatch the equaliser from a corner via the head of goalkeeper Finnegan. The ball bounced off the crossbar, to the opposing left winger who launched a speculative shot into the empty goal to make the game 2-0. Despite the score line, the team left immensely proud of their efforts on the day. brothers go back to their roots flying high thanks to eagles wing Cadishead Sports JFC U11 s had a fantastic pre-season and will hopefully be soaring to new heights thanks to a brand new full strip and jackets courtesy of Eagles Wing Tattoo Studios, based at various locations around the North West. Under the guidance of Manager Jimmy Ling and assistant Phil Barlow the team have not lost a game all pre-season and won the prestigious Rochdale Tournament in August. That form has carried on to the start of the season winning their fi rst two league games against Lymm and Woolston. Manager Jimmy told M44 We have a great bunch of talented kids with good attitude, dedication and determination. They just love playing football and turning out for Cadishead JFC. I would personally like to thank Ivan and Eagles Wing Tattoo Studios for their tremendous support of the full kit and jackets. You can support them by visiting www.eagleswingtattooing.co.uk Two professional footballers came back to their roots to support the football club where it all began. Scott Hogan, pictured 2nd from left, who plays for Rochdale Football Club and his brother Liam Hogan 2nd from right who plays for Fleetwood Town Football Club both in the Football League Two, gave their support to a presentation afternoon for Cadishead Sports JFC, held at Irlam Catholic Club recently. Tony Campbell (Chairman) told M44 Sport It was good to see both Scott and Liam support the club where it all started. It s always great to see lads who progress and make it to a professional level return and put something back into their Junior Club. news issue 18
local sport news double for richie at rhinos awards Cadishead Rhinos Amateur Rugby League Club held their end of season presentation night and celebration at the Irlam Steel Club recently. Matty Taylor received the prestigious Players Player of the Year Award with Jimmy Crozier receiving the votes for the Young Player of the Year. Richie Hayes made it a double celebration winning the top try scorer Award and the Player of the Year Award with most improved player going to Lee Lomas. Matty Lee was voted Best Newcomer and Chris Timmins received the Club person of the Year Award for his off fi eld support. Rhinos Chairman Steve Guy told M44 Sport, We had a fantastic night at the Steel Club and would like to thank Derek for all the organisation and all those who turned up for their support. It has been a good season and we will hope to build on it and improve for next Season. Cadishead Rhinos are currently looking for shirt sponsors for the 2014 season. Any businesses who would like to help a great local club and get involved with a winning team, please call Paul on 07595 388 377 for more details. Don t forget - Cubs training for U8s is on every Sunday at Lords Street, Cadishead from 10.30 am for forty minutes Free open session, turn up and get involved and start learning Rugby League. adam lands dream job at everton Congratulations to Irlam s Adam Newall, who recently became a Physiotherapist with Premiership Club Everton FC. Adam said I graduated from Salford University in 2012 and made it my mission to gain a job in football. I applied for a voluntary position working for Burnley FC and started in August 2012, learning the entire role and daily demands of a physio in a professional football club.after the season ended I remained determined to gain a full time job and wrote to every Head Physio of every Premiership and Championship Football Club, including an up-to-date CV with references from Burnley FC. Amazingly, Everton rang me and, after a meeting, they offered me a job. cadishead vets make it a double Cadishead Veterans Bowling Club beat Stretford vets in the final of the Eccles and District veterans bowling league to win the prestigious Coronation cup recently. The team are pictured after receiving the cup at a recent presentation they are, Back row left to right: T `O Tool, B Higham, E Pickering, J Morgan. Front row left to right: S Brannigan, J Duddridge (Capt), L Lomax, G Twigg. Captain John Duddridge told M44 Sport, It was a double celebration for S Brannigan who also received a trophy for topping the league averages over the season. Adam Newall, pictured left middle It is an absolute pleasure to go to work every day and I would recommend voluntary work to anybody who has completed an undergraduate degree and wishes to chase their dream job. Without the year at Burnley FC, I would not have been given such a fantastic opportunity at such a massive club. community news and information for Irlam and Cadishead 33
local sport synchro girls in top form 2013 has been a busy year for the girls of the Irlam based City of Salford Synchro Team Coach Jess Fletcher told M44 Sport, I am very proud to share with you the individual and team successes we have celebrated this year. Eleven swimmers passed their Skill Level 1, seven swimmers passed their Skill Level 2 and fi ve swimmers passed their Skill Level 3 and subsequently, eight swimmers have qualifi ed for the individual fi gure event at Nationals Championships taking place in November. Eight of our swimmers who train at Irlam Pool were selected for the North West Development Squad to train alongside the top 9-15 year olds in the region. Nine swimmers qualifi ed for fi gures at the Regional Championships with great results. On the team front the girls have done just as well. All three of our age group teams have qualifi ed to compete at Nationals 2013. Jess added, All in all, a fantastic year for the girls with yet more success to hopefully come later in the year. A well done and thank you needs to be said to all our swimmers, it really is a team effort. Another big thank you needs to go to our parents and volunteers. Here s to keeping up the good work in 2014. charity match in memory of kevin high fives and baskets All of the Irlam Primary Schools were invited to attend a very successful Basketball inter schools competition held recently. Teams from Fiddler s Lane, Irlam Endowed, Cadishead Primary, St Theresa s and St Mary s all took part in the cluster event. The quality of Basketball was of a very high standard and the children and staff had a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon held at Irlam & Cadishead College who donated the use of their Sports Hall facilities for the event. Event organiser, Jude Scrutton said, It was a great event with more than 80 children taking part. The children played competitively, whilst maintaining a good spirit. Good luck to Irlam Endowed and St Theresa s who will be representing the District in the Salford Finals. A charity football match featuring players and coaches from both Irlam Vale and Irlam Rangers Football Clubs and organised by Phil Kemp and Gareth Doe took place at Princes Park recently. The match was played in a fun atmosphere with keepers playing as strikers and anyone having a go in the goals, which proved an entertaining afternoon with the real winners a local charity. Gareth Doe explained, This is the second year we have held the match and all proceeds will go towards St Anns Hospice in memory of my late father Kevin Doe who sadly passed away in December at the Hospice. I would personally like to thank all the players from both clubs who made it a great afternoon. news issue 18