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All aspects of Dental Treatment will be available, from simple fillings, extractions, dentures, tooth whitening, orthodontics, smile enhancement and Implants. A Dental Hygienist will be part of the team. Families, children, the elderly and the nervous – all will be welcome and treated with the same degree of understanding, respect, kindness and empathy that patients

have come to expect from these two highly experienced and well qualified dentists. The surgery is equipped with very modern equipment ,the latest in digital x-ray imaging and the materials used are the best available.

It is truly a 'very modern practice'.

(Although there is no alternative to this being an 'Independent' Dental Practices, as an NHS Contract is not available for Blyton, many of the fees will be at the same level as current NHS charges)

If you would just like to come and have a chat, regarding your dental treatment, then please give us a call and come and see us.

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MORTON COMMUNITY NEWS APRIL 2016

The Morton Community News is for general interest and cannot be held legally responsible for errors or omissions. NEWS ITEMS BY 10th EACH MONTH (Note change of date) News Editor ...Keith Panter, 9 Belvoir Close, Morton. 01427 679077 email krp2uk@yahoo.co.uk Treasurer: Geoff Hopkinson. 1 Southlands Avenue, Morton, Tel:811167 Distribution: Penny Lightfoot, 67 Nursery Vale, Morton. Tel 330020 The Morton Community News can also be found at, Parishes.Lincolnshire.gov.uk/Morton Articles and letters submitted for inclusion must include the name and address of the author and, if possible, a telephone number or email.

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SERVICES FOR APRIL 3rd April Parish Communion All Saints Church 10.30 a.m. 10th April Communion Service 9.00 a.m. 17th April Service of the Word 9.00 a.m. 24th April Communion Service 9.00 a.m. Our Curate Kevin Dyke will be leaving for a new post at Scunthorpe. His last service will be at All Saints Church on 3rd April BAPTISM 14th Feb Heidi-Rae Mallett Rory Luke Anthony Roberts 28th Feb Freya Louise Walter Ethan Edward Parker

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ST PAUL’S CHURCH MORTON WEST LINDSEY OPEN CHURCHES FESTIVAL

During the first two week-ends of May, churches throughout West Lindsey will be open to the public and St. Paul’s church will be open 14 and 15th May between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Festival generates a lot of interest from visitors from a large area of the country, and St Paul’s has many visitors to view the stained glass windows and other features of the church. This year we are trying something a little different to try to involve the Morton Community in the festival “A Celebration of Flowers.” We are inviting you to bring to church any possessions that you have with flowers included in the design of it that you may think visitors will be interested in looking at. Suggestions are:- Ceramics, cups, saucers, plates, jugs, ornaments etc “Flower Fairy” collectables, fabrics, dresses, skirts, scarves etc. Pictures, paintings, photography, books, poetry. We will also be having four displays over the week-end that you are invited to contribute to. An art exhibition of flower paintings by local artists that could be offered for sale. Photographs of children and flowers/gardens. A collage of flowers, using any media-maximum A3 A miniature garden in a foil container. Any item can be brought to church on Friday between 3-6 p.m. to be placed on the display tables, pin board on window bottoms. Further details available from the Churchwardens Alan Clapham- 612546 or Jim Muncaster 612329. THE LABYRINTH The labyrinth was created in the field adjoining St. Paul’s Church in 2015. This year the children of Morton Trentside School have been asked to design a series of 16 panels to be placed round the Labyrinth in words and pictures of the hymn “All th ings bright and beautiful.” The panels will be A3 size on a metal support. If you would like to sponsor a panel please ask for details from either of the above two contacts, your name will be included on the panel The panels will be on displayed over the Churches Festival Weekend. During the weekend Morton Beavers, Cubs, Rainbows. Brownies and Guides will be having demonstrations and exhibitions on the field that you are invited to join in with.

Headstone restoration - Morton St. Paul's churchyard

The Friends of Gainsborough Cemeteries and Chapel have raised funds to restore two headstones which have fallen into disrepair in Morton St. Paul's churchyard, they remember two soldiers who died in WW1, and the Friends are trying to find out if there are still any relatives in the area. Clarke and Lily Barlow lived in Stevenson's Building, Morton, with their two children William Clarke and Hilda. William enlisted in the Royal Engineers early in the war and died of wounds in 1916. After the war his parents had a headstone erected in the churchyard at Morton to remember him. The headstone in now flat on the ground. The inscription reads "IN LOVING MEMORY OF OUR DEAR AND ONLY SON, L’CPL. WILLIAM C BARLOW R.E. WHO DIED OF WOUNDS ON OCTOBER 29TH 1916, IN HIS 22ND YEAR., INTERRED AT THE KARASOLI MILITARY CEMETERY GREECE . Before the war William was well-known in Morton, he had worked at Marshalls and had been a member of the St. John Ambulance Corps, Morton Choral Society, Morton Church Choir, was a teacher at the Gainsborough Poor Sunday School and had been a Boy Scout. He enlisted on 2nd September, 1914.

The Gainsborough News published a letter that was sent to his parents from one of his officers:-

Dear Mrs. Barlow, - It is with the very deepest regret that I write to tell you that your son who was serving with the Field Co., R.E., made the "great sacrifice" last night. He was in action with seven others of his section when he was hit with a bullet in the stomach. He was wonderfully brave and displayed the greatest fortitude and endurance of pain while we were carrying him out of action. ...He died at 11.15 a.m. this morning at the clearing station. I have only been the officer in charge of his section for a few weeks, but I wish to express on behalf of his section and myself our admiration for him, and at the same time tender our sympathy for you and the rest of his family."

The intention is to get the headstone restored before the 100th anniversary of his death later this year. The Friends know very little about the other soldier who is remembered on his nephew, Samuel Drinkall's, headstone in the churchyard. The inscription says:- "IN LOVING MEMORY OF CPL. ERNEST SPRAKES, UNCLE OF THE AFORESAID, KILLED IN ACTION IN FRANCE, OCT. 30TH 1917, AGED 20 YEARS.” He was awarded the Military Medal and was killed in action on 30th October, 1917. He does not have a known grave and is named on the Tyne Cot Memorial, Ypres . His mother, Mary Hannah Killelay, lived at 15 Marlborough Street he had a sister Olive and two brothers Alfred and Thomas. Before the war he had worked for the Post Office and enlisted in the London Regiment (Post Office Rifles). His name was on the War Memorial which once was in Gainsborough Post Office. The Friends are keen to find out if anyone may have any further information about these two soldiers. Please contact either Peter Bradshaw 610507 or Susan Edlington 612030 or email susan@friendsofthegeneralcemetery.com

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St Paul’s Church, Morton Revd Kevin writes…….

Dear Friends It seems hard to believe that it was nearly 3 years ago that Julie and I came to Morton to

live and for me to be the Curate in the Parish of Gainsborough and Morton. But it is true and as is the way with all curates they eventually have to leave and serve God and his people in a new place.

For us that new place will be the Team Ministry of Bottesford with Ashby back in Scunthorpe and we are both looking forward to the challenge and to getting to know new people and a new community.

Of course, going somewhere new means that we will be saying goodbye to you and for us both that will indeed be a sad day. You have made us so welcome and it has been very easy to feel part of the village community here in Morton.

I have had pastoral oversight of St Paul’s Church during my curacy and it has been a privilege to serve the faithful congregation of St Paul’s and to help them to grow in confidence and be the village church. As I have stressed in the past, St Paul’s is Morton’s church and over the last 3 years we have tried to build a sense of belonging within the village that it is a place where all are welcome and valued.

I believe that the relationship between the church and the village is as strong as it has been for a long time and I have particularly enjoyed my time serving the community through working with the school, care homes, village hall, shops and pubs as well as being involved in village activities such as Morton Feast.

On many occasions there have been a lot of people in church as we have celebrated together at Christmas, Easter, Harvest, and Mothering Sunday; when the school children, families and staff have been in and when, at ‘Feast’ time we have started to celebrate village life and community together.

These opportunities represent times when we can build relationships and our understanding of one another. This can only bode well for the future and for when you look to your church community to support you both in the happy and in the painful times which inevitably come to us all. To serve the community and its families at weddings, christenings and funerals has been a very special part of my ministry here.

Last year we created a labyrinth in the church field next to St Paul’s. Some of you will have seen it and perhaps even used it and in May 2016 the Morton School children are going to help you walk the labyrinth using the theme of the hymn ‘All things bright and beautiful’. In the future it is also intended to incorporate the labyrinth into a garden that will be open to the whole community as a place of peace and prayer. Please do come, over the weekend of Sunday 15th May, and see the children’s artwork and familiarise yourself with this new village space.

As we leave, I would like to say a big thank you to you all and to everyone who I have had the pleasure to share my ministry with over the last 3 years. The time has gone very quickly but I have learned so much in my time here and come to appreciate the wonderful village community life that is shared here in Morton.

All our love and blessings for the future.

Revd Kevin & Julie Dyke

Forthcoming Date for the diary Morton Feast weekend will be 8th, 9th and 10th July 2016. The committee is aiming to run the popular events of the Fun run on the Friday evening 8th, Football and tug of war tournament in the morning of 9th with the traditional stalls and events 11am – 1pm in the school and on the Sunday a Village community service at the church followed by Cricket on the playing field. Should you wish to take part or volunteer your help in any way, please contact either the Village hall

committee or the Morton Trentside Primary School.

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St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice in your local communities Gainsborough Life April 2016 St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice has been delivering services across Lincolnshire for over 33 years to patients and their families. A number of community Hospice services are delivered from our local Hospice site the George Henderson Lodge, Front Street Morton. Our Day Therapy welcomes anyone over the age of 18, from the point of diagnosis of a life limiting illness, through cancer or non-cancer and aims to support the patient to live independently, give advice and information and helps them to make informed choices about their future care. Care is provided by a team of experienced specialist registered nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, health and rehabilitation support workers, chaplains and volunteers. All care is planned with the patient and their relatives/carers working closely alongside Community Nurses teams (District Nursing), GP’s and others. As from the 1st April, we are delighted that our Day Therapy service from the George Henderson Lodge is being extended and will be open on a weekly basis; Wednesday one week and the

following week a Thursday. If you or you know of someone who may benefit from this service please call 01522 518219. Day Therapy services are available at other locations across the county; if the above days are not

convenient. Please remember all our services are FREE! In future editions I will share with you further information about our other Hospice services for example Hospice at Home and Family Support Services. `An Evening of Musical Delight with Dr Paul Whittaker OBE and the Lindum Ladies Choir’ We are delighted to be working with Paul Whittaker OBE who is an exceptionally gifted musician and an articulate, engaging and impressive speaker. Paul is hosting an evening of musical delight on Friday 22nd April at Hemswell Court near Gainsborough. Paul will regale the audience with humorous tales from his 20-year career and mesmerise with his exquisite piano playing. Paul is a renowned pianist and organist who has appeared on the BBC Proms and over sixty productions in the West End. His achievements are even more astonishing when you consider that Paul is profoundly deaf. After his performance at The Proms, Paul was described as having "twinkling charisma, and the effect is intoxicating." He will also be joined our local Lindum Ladies Choir where he will sign alongside their performance. Paul is a born performer who can captivate any audience with his sheer passion and boundless talent. Tickets are £22 and include canapes and a drink on arrival! To find out more go to www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk/musical

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MORTON PARISH COUNCIL

Clerk to the Council: Anne Cater, 2 Elizabeth Close, Gainsborough DN21 2TA . Tel. 01427 617611 anne.lcdp@hotmail.co.uk

Parish Council meetings are held in the Village Hall, and begin at 6.30pm. Meetings are open to the public and there is an opportunity during the meeting for members of the public to raise questions. Questions can also be sent to the Clerk prior to the meeting.

This information is also available on the Parish Notice Board and the Parish Council website http://parishes.lincolnshire.gov.uk/Morton Could residents please direct any correspondence to Morton Parish Council to Anne Cater, Clerk to the Council. Correspondence can be copied to individual parish councillors, but should always be addressed to the Council via the Clerk

No Meeting in APRIL Monday 16th May 2016 AGM will commence at 6pm, followed by Annual Parish Council Meeting

MORTON VILLAGE HALL

QUIZ NIGHT

Saturday April 23rd 7.30pm

Tables of 4 £6.00 per person

Includes pie, peas and chips supper

Please bring your own liquid refreshments

To book your table please ring 613998

A good night out with your friends!

Really good MCN last month. Long may it continue!

Lucille

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Monday Tuesday Wednesday

Morning Probus Club 9.30a.m.-11.30a.m. Brian Timbrell , Tel: 610002 U3A Kurling 10.00am—12.00noon David Seymour Tel: 614143

Yoga/Pilates for Health 9.45 a.m.—10.45 a.m. Liz Clews: 07751964832 Parkinson’s Society Specialised Exercise Class 11.00 a.m.– 12.00 noon, Liz Clews: 07751964832

U3A Bridge 10.00 a.m.– 12 noon Joy Doyle Tel. 718791

Afternoon Ladies Indoor Bowls 2.00 p.m.—4.00 p.m. Ron Cawte Tel 615236 Martial Arts 4.45 pm—5.45 pm George Blogg: 617171

Parkinson’s Meeting Last Tuesday of the month 10.30 a.m.—12.30 p.m. John Goddard—Tel:611555 Morton Art Club 1.30 p.m.—4.00 p.m. Barbara Lee Tel. 611559 Next Talk: 8th Mar @ 10am

Morton Craft Group 2.00 p.m.- 4.00 p.m. Mary Cawte Tel. 615236 Indoor Bowls 2.00 p.m.- 4.00 p.m. Ron Cawte Tel 615236

Evening Morton Parish Council Meetings start at 6.30pm No April Meeting Zumba Class 6.45 pm—7.45 pm. Fay Mitchell Tel: 07507 803102

** Rainbow Guides 5.30 p.m.—6.45 p.m. Carolyn Ellis Tel. 07584 161568 ** Brownies 5.30 p.m.—7.00 p.m. Julie Wilson Tel. 612106 **Guides 7.00 p.m.—9.00 p.m. Rosi Fieldson Tel. 838448 ** Denotes Term Time only

** Beaver Scouts 5.30 p.m.—7.00 p.m. Emma Keeble Tel. 07717 532100

Lincs Wildlife Trust 7.30 p.m.—9.30 p.m. Next Meet: 20th April Mrs. Joy Bannister Tel: 628457 Zumba Class 7.30 pm—8.30 pm. Fay Mitchell Tel: 07507 803102

For Bookings please contact the Secretary:

Mr. P. Robinson - Tel: 01427 610130 or Email: philrob1@tiscali.co.uk

For Access please contact the Caretaker/Cleaner: Mrs. T. Wood - Tel: 01427 614245

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MORTON VILLAGE HALL TABLE TOP SALE on Sunday 10th April Tables £4.00 Entrance 50p Please ring 616087 or 610516 to book a table

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Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Vitality Exercise 11.00am to 12 noon Liz 01427 615608

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Information regarding contacting the local police. PCSO Bill Thomas - duty times are between 8am and 10pm - although shifts are variable and he is not on duty every day. He cannot guarantee that he will be on duty at the time that an incident occurs. Residents can call his mobile number (Bill Thomas 07944776816) and if he is on duty, he will respond. Residents can leave a message on the answer phone and either Bill or one of his colleagues will contact them - within 24 hours. For non emergency calls - dial 101 The other team members are: For emergency calls - dial 999 PCSO Tracey Burnett 07500920130 PCSO Danielle Louth 07796268107 If any resident would like further information or clarification, they can contact Bill who will be happy to visit them.