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Editors Letter

W ell we are into September already, kids are now back at school, so time to get some things done around the

house in time for that event in December! I daren't say it yet but around a 100 days time when all your friends and family comes round. I really do love this time of year Sept-Dec some many events and things to look forward to.

We are looking for more local features and positive stories, if you have something to share, email us with text and images and will see what we can do.

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• Beat The VAT Increase

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• Little Treasure Day Nursery

• Where Am I?

• Heritage Weekend

• Golf Membership Offer

• Fleetwood Stock

• Discount Motoring

• Fleetwood Development Partnership

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• What’s On, Library & Churches

• Neighbourhood Policing Team

• Useful Numbers

• Fleetwood Town FC

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Little Treasures Day Nursery and Pre-School is a new nursery which has been developed from the former premises of the Holiday Home for the blind, situated on Laidleys Walk directly opposite the boating lake. Each area of the nursery has been kitted out to a high standard, including separate areas for babies, toddlers and three pre-school rooms featuring a class room like design to enhance learning and development. Other areas include indoor

playroom, construction room, television and computer room and dining room. The nursery also has a fully equipped safe outdoor play area for all ages. All staff hold relevant childcare qualifications and extra training is ongoing. All children have their own key worker who is responsible for meeting each child’s individual needs. We are open 8am-6pm Monday-Friday, 51 weeks of the year. All food is home cooked on the premises by our cook and any special diets are catered for. Come along and see our new nursery opposite the boating lake on Fleetwood promenade. Little Treasures Day Nursery & Pre School

38 Laidleys Walk, Fleetwood Tel 01253 870055


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HERITAGE WEEKEND

Thursday 9 September to Sunday 12 September free entry to various venues around town, at certain times

Thurs – National Coastguard Station, Rossall Point 10.00am to 6.00pm Fleetwood Museum, Dock Street 11.00am to 4.00pm

Friday – National Coastguard Station, Rossall Point 10.00am to 6.00pm Fleetwood Museum, Dock Street 11.00am to 4.00pm Farmer Parrs, Rossall Lane 10.00am to 5.00pm (please mention Heritage Open Day)

Fleetwood Masonic Hall, Esplanade 10.00am to 4.00pm St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street 9.30am to 3.00pm Rossall School, Broadway 7.30pm to 8.45pm an evening of historic Literature. And 9.00pm to 10.00pm GHOST TOUR.

Saturday – National Coastguard Station, Rossall Point 10am to 6pm Fleetwood Museum, Dock Street 11.00am to 4.00pm Farmer Parrs, Rossall Lane 10am 5pm United Reformed Church, Agnew Road 10.00am to 4.00pm

St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street 10am to 4.30pm Mount Pavilion, Esplanade 10.00am to 12.00noon & 1.00pm to 4.30pm. St. Nicholas Church, Broadway/Highbury Avenue 9.30am to 6.00pm. Lower Lighthouse, Esplanade 10.30am to 4.30pm. North Euston Hotel, Esplanade11.00am to 2.00pm. St. Mary’s Church, Lord Street 11.30pm to 4.30pm. Rossall School, Broadway 1.00pm to 3.00pm HISTORIC TOUR & 9.00pm to 10.00pm GHOST TOUR

Sunday National Coastguard Station, Rossall Point 10.00am to 6.00pm. Fleetwood Museum, Dock Street 11.00am to 4.00pm. Fleetwood Masonic Hall, Esplanade

10.00am to 4.00pm Mount Pavilion, Esplanade 10.00am to 12.00noon & 1.00pm to 4.30pm St. Nicholas Church, Broadway/Highbury Avenue 8.00am to 6.00pm Lower Lighthouse, Esplanade 10.30am to 4.30pm Lifeboat Station, Esplanade 10.00am to 4.00pm Rossall School, Broadway 10.00am to 12.00noon HISTORIC TOUR 1.00pm Brahm’s Requiem rehearsal 7.00pm Performance of Brahm’s Requiem

Please look out for the Heritage bro-chures in all participating venues as well as the Library & Advice Centres. You can’t miss the Red “H” a lot more information and details contained in the brochure

MEMBERSHIP OFFERS AT NORTH SHORE GOLF CLUB Blackpool North Shore Golf Club are offering three fantastic 6 month membership offers from £235 to join one of the finest ,friendliest golf clubs on the Fylde coast. The course has recently invested over £500,000 in new machinery and a state of the art sprinkler system in order to present our golfers with an unri-valled quality of greens, tees and fairways, so good in fact we annually host the 'Lancashire Open'. The clubhouse boasts an enviable social calendar of live music and dinner dances and can also cater for members private functions, along with card nights, 2 full size snooker tables, wi-fi and Sky TV. So why not give us a try for less than £10 per week and see for yourself what we have to offer. This is a limited offer so don't delay call the secretary on 01253 352054 today or email us at [email protected] see us on line at www.bnsgc.com

As an incentive to continue the membership for the full 2011 season the club will discount the autumn fee paid off next years subscriptions.


Tick Tocks nursery Tick Tocks Nursery on Lawsons Road, near Thornton centre is piloting a new scheme called FLEXI-CARE. This system only charges parents for the childcare they use, so if you work shifts and only require childcare between 11am and 3pm, you will only be charged four hours childcare.

Manager Lauren Smith announces, "This will potentially save par-ents hundreds, if not thousands of pounds in unnecessary childcare fees as most nurseries adhere to strict session times". After their fantastic Ofsted report, Tick Tocks is going from strength to strength. They now cater for children from 18 months, provide free nursery grant educa-tion, are open 8.00am until 6.00pm from

September 6th and have just completed their party room specifically for 2-5 year olds. Give your child the best gift you can and enrol at Tick Tocks during September. Tick Tocks Nursery, 82-84 Lawsons Road, Thornton 01253 820555



FLEETWOOD STOCK

Each year The Marine Hall, Fleetwood has plays host to Fleetwoodstock Music Festival. So far over £10,000 has been raised for charities, good causes and community projects. Now in its 6th year, Fleetwoodstock Music Festival has enabled local musicians to perform ‘on the big stage’ and rub shoulders with established musicians and artists from around the UK. As each festival has come and gone different ways of formatting the weekend have been tried. The winning formula has evolved into: Friday 10th September (evening) - A ‘blues’ night headlined by Sherman Robertson Saturday 11th September (evening) is the time for up and coming and major international bands to take the stage. This year we see the return of the immensely popular The Quireboys. Sunday 12th September (afternoon) is an opportunity for local bands, of any age group or genre, to take to the stage.

Sunday 12th September evening showcases the very best local and established bands. Double headline bands are The Good Machine and The Blue Pig Orchestra Owing to the overwhelming response that we have had this year, from bands from all over the UK who want to play at Fleetwoodstock 2010, we have a full complement of musicians. All bands have signed their contracts and the full line up can be found by visiting www.fleetwoodstock.info Tickets are on sale now from www.marinehall.co.uk. This year will be the best year yet – come along and support this annual event!

Pictured below - The Quireboys




BCA Landscape, Studio Three and artist Lesley Fallais have been commissioned by Wyre Borough Council to develop ideas for improvements along the Fleetwood waterfront, including the redevelopment of the Marine Hall Gardens and the design of a new sea observatory building at Rossall Point. The Sea Change Design team would like to hear the community’s thoughts, views and ideas on what they feel should be considered and included. Suggestion boxes, currently being distributed by Fleet-wood Development Partnership, are being placed in shops and other locations to enable Fleetwood people to post their ideas of what they feel should be included in the redevelopment of the waterfront. Maurice Dows-ing, Vice Chair of Fleetwood Development Partnership, said, “This is another important opportunity for the people of Fleetwood to put their ideas forward during August to the design team. The team will then be pro-ducing their Draft Scheme at the end of August for further public consultation in mid September. Wyre Borough and BCA Landscape will continue to consult with the local community and at the end of September BAC Landscape will be applying for planning permis-sion. Even after submission, the community will still be able to put forward their comments on the develop-ment during October and November for considera-tion.”Garry Payne, Wyre Borough Council’s Director of Planning & Regeneration said, “These suggestion boxes are part of our wider consultation with the local community. This will enable the developers to incorpo-rate in their designs what the community wants. We are grateful for all the help that the Fleetwood Devel-opment Partnership is giving as well as the other or-ganisations in the Fleetwood. The community’s in-volvement in this project is very important to the suc-cess of this Sea Front development.”Lesley Fallais Artist said, “We would like to thank everybody who has come forward with their ideas and memories of Fleet-wood and we are delighted with the amount of informa-tion, films and photos we have received already. Please keep those suggestions coming in.”


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FLEETWOOD CHURCHES TOGETHER

Oh dear! Where did the Summer months go? Here we are, into September already! Children back at school – at last! an end to the age old cry of, “I’m bored, what can I do now?” Time to see what’s going on in the town, and do something different, maybe get involved in ecumenical events. Why not? You would be most welcome. New faces and new ideas are always a fantastic bonus. We look forward to seeing you at some of our September events.

Friday 10 September United Reformed Church Agnew Road SOUNDING BRASS 7.00pm. Prior to a tour of the continent and from performances at Bridgewater Hall, Manchester, The Corus Brass Ensemble present an evening of fabulous music, in this their 25th Anniversary year. Tickets £7.00 (concessions £5.00) Wed 15 Sept United Reformed Church Hall Dronsfield Road FRIENDLY COFFEE MORNING 10.30am to 12.00noon. Everyone is welcome. Why not come along for a friendly chat over tea/coffee & biscuits. Entry 50p to include refreshments. Good as new Stall, Raffle & Tombola available Wed15 Sept Marine Hall, Esplanade SONGS OF PRAISE 7.00pm. Come along for a good sing, accompanied by the Brass Band. Let’s fill the Hall, raise the roof and, in the process, raise a lot of money by our donations to “HELP FOR HEROES” Make sure you’re there early to get a seat t may be standing-room only again. Thurs 16 Sept St. Nicholas Church Rooms Broadway COFFEE MORNING 10.00am to 11.15am. Come along and join in the friendly banter whilst enjoying a good brew. Fri 17 SeptUnited Reformed Church Hall Dronsfield Road LADIES EVENING 7.30pm in aid of Trinity Hospice Tickets £2.00 refreshments will be available. Various companies will be in attendance, there will be a cake stall and a raffle. Ring Caroline on 01253 826973 or Joanne on 01253 874870. Sat18 Sept Mount Methodist Church Mount Road MESSY CHURCH 10.30am to 12.45pm. Bring your children, stay with them to enjoy

refreshments, puzzles, board games, crafts, hot lunches and cakes. Have a messy but fun time. Sun 19 Sept Trinity Methodist Church – Fleetwood Road – BREAKFAST AT TRINITY – 9.30am to 10.30am for 5 to 12 year olds. In one hour what a lot you can do! Have a simple breakfast, watch a DVD, play games, read a Bible story, do an activity, and pray. Wow! How I wish I came into that age!! I’d be first there. Fri 24 Sept Trinity Baptist Church Poulton Road MONTHLY LUNCHEON 12.00noon to 1.30pm. Join us in a simple lunch, enjoy the good fellowship, and, by your donation, help two charities. Proceeds divided between Trinity Hospice and Seaman’s Mission. Everybody is most welcome. Sat 25 Sept St. Peter’s Church FLEETWOOD MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL adult piano competition classes 9.30am to around 12.00noon and 2.00pm to around 4.00pm. 6.30pm onwards Adult Vocal Championship winners from vocal classes during the day will compete for the Vena McLean Memorial Trophy. Mount Methodist Church FLEETWOOD MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL adult vocal classes 9.15am to around 12.00noon and 2.00pm to around 4.30pm.

Every Tues St. David’s Hall, Larkholme Lane BREAKING BREAD 12.00noon do come and enjoy a simple meal in good company, all for £2.50. Every Wed St. Wulstan’s Church, Green Hut WEDNESDAY CLUB 2.00pm to 4.00pm enjoy pleasant company, a good “cuppa” and maybe a game of bingo. Everyone welcome. Every Tues & Fri St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street COFFEE MORNING & CHRISTIAN BOOK STALL from 9.30am to around 3.00pm. The spirit is great, the tea/coffee and toasted tea-cakes are not to be missed. Come and browse the stall, light a candle, have a quiet word with God in the peace of Church. Everyone is made most welcome. The last Sunday in every month – St David’s Church – CAUSEWAY WORSHIP –3.00pm – help those with difficulties integrate and share Christian Worship, in a happy, friendly,

supportive environment. Can you help at the FOODBANK which operates from Milton Community Centre on Tuesday & Thursday from 2.00pm to 3.00pm, or at West View Community Centre on Wednesday from 12.00noon to 1.00pm Volunteers would be very welcome to hand out donated goods to those in need of help.

If you are unable to help in this way, could you donate goods such as tinned or packaged items, which are within sell-by date?

If you would like to help, or would like more information, please ding Sue on 01253 779621 or E-mail her on [email protected]. As you can see there is an awful lot going on in our Churches and in our community. Please come along, join us in our activities, bring along your individual skills and talents, who knows how much else we could achieve with your help. God Bless

FLEETWOOD TRAVEL GROUP meets at Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road on alternate Mondays, starting at 7. 45pm.Through slides and digital photography we learn about and “visit” places all over the world. Future talks are:-Sep 27th Trekking to Machu Pichu – The Hard Way October 11th Tunisia October 25th North of the Circle November 8th Three North Eastern European Cities November 22nd Katmandu and the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek We’d be really pleased if you “joined” us on our “travels”. Do come along to any of our meetings. Gwyneth M. Priestley Rossall School Parent & Toddler Group in October’s Friday 29th October at Rossall Nursery & Infant School. National Beachwatch Sunday 19th SeptJoin the Countryside Rangers and help with this important National Beach Clean. Please dress appropriately for the conditions.10.30am - 1.30pmMeet at Rossall Picnic Area Free Further Information: 01995 602125

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Hello again everyone, well summer is over once more, did anyone see it? If you did, please let your local police officer know as it has been missing quite some time now and we could do to locate it for next year.

Well our children will be all back at school now, with a new group starting high school while one set leave with their exam results to launch their chosen careers and what great results they were. There is a lot of debate about whether the exams are getting easier, but being the parent of a girl who has just successfully gone through them all, I know first hand the incredible hard work and focussed effort they all put in and sometimes they will need to let off steam from this unrelenting pressure they get at school nowadays; and this got me thinking.

Whenever we see our youths, young people, children, call them what you will, portrayed in the news it is always seemingly in a negative way, which itself leads to feelings of fear, intimidation and apprehension when we see them in groups around our town.

But the simple truth of it is, in any given town, the high schools will have somewhere in the region of 1200 pupils of which only maybe 20 or 30 will ever come to the adverse attention of the police. The vast majority are perfectly well behaved. My own personal experiences are that our youngsters are far more eloquent, tolerant and respectful of other people’s points of view and differences in society than ever they were in my day and this is a truly good thing.

Public agencies, the police, schools, health services, etc have been working closely for the last ten years or more to achieve the things we are now seeing bear fruit. Every child in the region will, at some point in their education, receive lessons on respect, diversity and basically how to behave well in society. These lessons are another example of the important behind the scenes work that your Police Community Support Officers (PCSO’s) do.

We work closely with Fleetwood High School staff and management and have a permanent PCSO presence in that school to assist in these lessons and also to help resolve bullying, attendance and other issues, challenging intolerance before it has chance to take hold.

This work has played a major part in reducing Anti Social Behaviour (ASB) to the current low levels we are now enjoying, so next time you see a group of youths

pass by your home, or in the street or park, don’t worry too much as the chances are they are just a bunch of kids doing no harm.

Obviously we will continue to work hard to tackle the anti social behaviour of the few, who give the majority a bad name and by way of example, last month I mentioned one particular boy who was making life difficult for people around Warren Ward, which includes the Sea Cadet base area. We have been working with other agencies and are now well advanced towards applying for an ASBO against that young man. He is well aware of our targeting of him and this will be unceasing until he learns, for his own good, to conform. But we must all remember he is very much in the minority.

Please keep letting us know of your concerns and suspicions, without your help we cannot achieve anything, it is your community and we are here to help you keep it safe. We act on all information you provide and you can contact us at your local PACT meetings, by telephoning or calling in at the police station. If you prefer, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, you can remain anonymous and may get a reward.

Sgt David Blight, Fleetwood Neighbourhood Policing Team

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FLEETWOOD TOWN COUNCIL

MEETINGS LAST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH, FLEETWOOD LIBRARY 7 PM Next meeting is on 28th September - a special meeting to receive your ideas for expenditure 2011/12.Following 2 meetings are on 26th October and 30th November. Members of the public always welcome. Enquiries - 01253 773435

Fleetwood Local Recycling Centre Jameson Road, Fleetwood Serving Wyre Recycling needs Open 8am-7pm everyday 362 days a year, excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day www.lancswasteinfo.com Fleetwood Market Summer opening times 9.00 am - 4.30 pm Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat. + every Bank Holiday Monday.

From 1st October 2010 9.00 am - 4.30pm Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat. + every Bank Holiday Monday Fleetwood Tide Times - Dailey updates www.tidetimes.org.uk/Fleetwood.html

Events at Chatsworth Library

Tuesday 7th 3.45-4.15pm. PACT meeting. Come and talk to Community Beat Manager Ian and PCSO Helen about concerns in the Chatsworth Area.

Tuesday 21st 2-5pm Job Club. Come and produce a world beating CV, learn good interview techniques and improve your job prospects.

Thursday 23rd 2-3pm Chatsworth Reading group will be discussing The Palace of Strange Girls by Sallie Day.

Tuesday 28th 11am-12pm The Whodunits Crime Reading Group will be investigating Pictures of Perfection by Reginald Hill.

Ongoing Events Every Monday, Knit, Natter and Sew from 2-3pm. Bring any crafts and join in the gossip! Refreshments will be provided.

Every Monday, UK Online from 1.30-4.30pm. An online course with tutor back up to learn the basics of using a computer, banking, shopping and job hunting online.

Every Thursday, Toddler Rhyme Time from 10.30-11.30. Parents and carers bring your toddlers for songs, rhymes and stories.

Every Friday, Under Fives Storytime, 2.15-2.45pm.Half an hour of stories and an occasional rhyme.

Details for all events are available from: Chatsworth Library, Chatsworth Ave Fleetwood 01253 771601 [email protected]

Fleetwood Library Events

Monday 13th: 3.45pm – 4.45pm. 12Up Club Teenage Reading Group.

It's back! The 12Up Club is a reading group for ages 12 and upwards. Bring along your favourite book and share the story with the group.

Tuesday 14th: 2.15pm – 3.15pm. Adult Reading Group. Join us for an informal chat over coffee. The book for discussion this month is: Winter in Madrid by C J Sansom.

Thursday 16th: 2.00pm – 3.00pm. Get Fit with the YMCA. The Y Active Team will be offering a range of free fitness and health checks. All attendees on the day will receive a free guest pass, worth £15, redeemable at any Fylde Coast YMCA Leisure centre.

Tuesday 21st: 9.30am – 12.30pm. ITea and Biscuits. Calling all potential 'Silver Surfers'! If you have not yet tried using the internet, this presentation, in association with Age UK, discusses the benefits of being online, and how libraries can help. If you wish to attend, please contact the library on 01253 775803 to book – places are limited.

1st – 30th September Children – don't forget to join the September Doctor Who Reading and Listening Challenge! Simply read or listen to four Doctor Who titles, two of which must be an audio book, to get a free gift and a certificate. The challenge runs from 1st to 30th September.

Fleetwood Camera Club Annual Exhibition Sat 4th Sept - Sat 2nd Oct Exhibition of both colour and monochrome prints representative of the work of the club's members. Held at Fleetwood Library during library opening hours. Info: Mr D Ritchie McCulloch 01253 820249

Ongoing Events Baby Bounce and Rhyme. Friday mornings: 11.30am – 12noon. Songs, actions, rhymes and a lot of knee-bouncing! Toddler Rhyme Time. Wednesday mornings: 10.30 am – 11.00am. Join in with fun, action rhymes and enjoy a short story.

Story Time. Thursday afternoons: 2.15pm – 2.45pm. Story times for toddlers and pre-school children. Enjoy stories and lots of fun activities.

Fleetwood Library and Information ServiceNorth Albert Street, Fleetwood FY7 6AJ Tel: 01253 775800 Fax: 01253 775804 [email protected] www.lancashire.gov.uk/libraries www.twitter.com/WyreLibraries Opening Hours

Monday 9.30am – 5.00pm Tuesday 9.30am – 7.00pm Wednesday 9.30am – 12.30pm Thursday 9.30am – 7.00pm Friday 9.30am – 5.00pm Saturday 9.30am – 4.00pm

Bleasdale Monday Walk - Monday 20th September Another of our regular walks from Bleasdale Parish Hall throughout spring and autumn. Slightly longer and more difficult than the Garstang Monday walks, reaching into the fells that surround Bleasdale. Each walk following a different route, taking in advantage of the seasonal changes. 10am-2pmMeet at Bleasdale Parish Hall Cost: £3/£2 Info: 01995 602125

Poulton Art Club Exhibition Wednesday 22nd September - Friday 1st October An exhibition of work by art club members with some paintings for sale at Poulton Library during library opening hours. Further Information: Amanda Ackroyd 01253 894060

Poulton Farmers' Market Sat 25th Sept St Chad's Church Hall, Poulton Farmers' Market is the perfect place to pick up some scrumptious local produce. You'll find a great selection of fresh fruit and veg, bread, locally reared meats and some of the best homemade pies and cakes.Every fourth Saturday, 9am - 1pm Info: 01253 883470

Cobble Hey Farm Walk / Tramper Trek Sunday 26th September Join us for a farm walk/trek to discover how this farm encourages visitors and yet is wonderful for wildlife. Booking essential 1pm - 3pmMeet at Cobble Hey Farm and Gardens Free.Info: 01995 602125

Myerscough College Open Morning - Sat 2nd Oct An excellent opportunity for prospective students to meet the staff, tour the campus and find out more about the college and our courses. 10am - 12.30pm. Myerscough College, St Michaels Road, Bilsborrow. Further Info: 01995 642222

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community Useful Numbers Fleetwood Police Station North Church Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6HN Tel 01253 876611 24hrs a day Enquiry Desk Open 8am-8pm

Call 999 in an EMERGENCY ONLY, Fire, Police, Ambulance and Coastguard Fire Safety Advice & FREE Home Fire Safety Check 0800 169 1125 Gas Leaks 24hr Service 0800 111 999 Electricity 01772 555995 Water Burst/No Water 0845 746 2200 United Utilities 0800 195 4141 Emergency Heating Repairs 0845 074 4002 24hrs Coast Guard Services 0151 931 3343 / 0151 931 3341 Duty Chemist Sundays - Morrisons Fleetwood Hospital 01253 306 000 Blackpool Victoria 01253 300 000 Rossall Hospital 01253 300 000 NHS Direct 24hrs 0845 4647 www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk Dental Enquiries - Fylde & Wyre 01253 306378 24hrs 7 days Out of Hours Emergency 01253 308105 Fleetwood Health Centre 01253 771136 Smoking Cessation 0845 601 2186 Wyre Borough Council 01253 89100 Out of Hours 01253 895116 www.wyrebc.gov.uk Blackpool Council 01253 477477 www.blackpool.gov.uk Fylde Borough Council 01253 658658 www.fylde.gov.uk Regenda Housing 0844 736 0066 Environment Agency 0800 80 70 60 24hrs www.environment-agency.gov.uk

Neighbourhood Watch www.neighbourhoodwatch.net Connect Young People Centre 01253 751047 Help the Aged 0808 800 6565 AGE Concern Shops Fleetwood 45-47 Lord St 01253 770557 Poulton 9 Church St 1253 899087 Bispham 155-157 Red Bank Rd Mental Health Helpline 0500 639 000 Child Death Helpline 0800 282 986 Cruse bereavement Helpline 0844 477 9400 Drugs Talk to Frank 0800 776600 Alcoholic Anonymous 0845 769 7555 Al-Anon Family Groups 020 7403 0888 www.al-anonuk.org.uk Childline 0800 1111 N.S.P.C.C Child Protection 0808 800 5000 Parentline Plus 0808 800 2222 National Debtline 0808 808 4000 Christians Against Poverty 01253 875958 Missing People 0500 700 700 24hr National Domestic Violence 0808 2000 247 Help Direct 0303 333 1111 Tourist Information 01253 773953 Knott End Ferry 01253 891000 Blackpool Transport Buses & Trams 01253 473000 Stagecoach 01772 886633 National Express 0870 580 8080 National Rail 08457 48 49 50 Highways Agency 0845 50 40 30 Blackpool Airport 01253 343434

Manchester Airport 0161 489 3000 UK Passport Advice 0870 521 0410 TV Licensing 0844 800 6772 Consumer Advice 0845 04 05 06 www.consumerdirect.gov.uk Tax Credit Helpline 0845 300 3900 www.hmrc.gov.uk Fair Trading & Consumer Helpline 01253 478395 Wyre District Citezens Advice 01253 308400 R.S.P.C.A 01253 873616 P.D.S.A 01253 838585 The Rotary Club of Fleetwood 01253 876066

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Round Up by Derick Thomas

Duggan latest of Fleetwood loan departures By Michael Woods (FTFC)

Promising young centre back Jack Duggan has left Fleetwood Town on loan to Clitheroe, in search of some essential match experience from the Evo-Stik league. The seventeen year old was a member of the Fleetwood Town under 18 Lancashire FA Youth cup winning side, of 2009-2010. Whilst some youth players would be apprehensive about being thrown into a completely new side, Duggan seems eager to gain the match practise. He explained; "That’s what it’s all about for me really, to toughen me up playing for a first team and playing for points." Duggan endured a baptism of fire for his full debut at Clitheroe, as they bowed out of the FA Cup at the first hurdle in a 5-3 reversal at Bacup Borough. Meanwhile, left-back Adam Sumner has headed to Northwich Victoria, whilst striker Nick Rogan is looking to regain match

sharpness at Chester and will link up with former Highbury team mate Mike Wilde. September at Highbury Blue Square Bet Premier Saturday 11th September, 3pm Kettering Town Tuesday 21st September, 7.45pm Kidderminster Harriers Saturday 25th September, 3pm Bath City Brazillian striker Magno Vieira visited the Fleetwood Town summer holiday soccer school and gave a few tips to the youngsters. The soccer schools continue each Saturday morning on the Memorial Park and more details are available by phoning 07833 456114. Some of the young footballers are pictured with Magno.

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