Inspired by two people he follows on Twitter a Greenfield man will be running in the BUPA Great Manchester Run on the 20th May in aid of Cancer Research.
Chris Doyle who is married with three children did his first run last year and raised about £400 for the same charity. He had asked everyone to sponsor him and give him the name of someone who they had lost or who’d survived this despicable disease. He ran with all their names on his back including that of his mother.
This time round he’s decided to do something different and there are two people he follows on Twitter who have helped to inspire him.
Chris said: “They have both have been touched by cancer, @Nickmotown is now cancer-free and he is a marvellously funny and clever guy and not a shred of self-pity or anger about it either, he tweeted the link to my fundraising site and got me sponsorship from people I have never met and probably never will.
“The other is @subtitlesonly (Chris) who is a local guy I started following mainly because he sounded clever and was into music, he is currently being treated for cancer and never bitches or complains he just writes this marvellous blog which is nothing short of awe-inspiring.
“It’s a real honour for me that he agreed I could run with his name on my back, he also very kindly retweeted my link and brought in a great deal of money that the charity wouldn’t have got otherwise.
“He said he might try and get along to the finish and I don’t know if he’ll be well enough to get there, I wouldn’t recognise him anyway because we’ve never met!
“I’m also running for a lovely woman who died last weekend, my wife’s oldest school friend Kay, she has left behind her four year old son.”
Chris thinks cancer is a selfish, evil disease which is random and indiscriminate. He feels it destroys families and lives then moves on unashamed and unstopped, he believes its charities like Cancer Research that are making the right moves towards stopping it.
He said: “I’m running with pride and I’m running for @subtitles only and for @nickmotown and I’m running for Kay.
“I’ve been incredibly touched by the generosity of people who I’ve never met and who I possibly never will. A lot of my sponsors are people I only know on Twitter and Facebook and they’re heroes all of them.”
As well as the 20th Chris is also doing the Great North Run in September in aid of Manchester Children’s Hospital Charity. When Ruby his daughter was born (and before) she was poorly and was treated at Pendlebury Children’s Hospital, he feels he owes them the world for what they did for her.
Residents in Grasscroft are being asked to report anything suspicious after a man has been spotted trying door handles in the Summershades Lane are of the village.
In the last few minutes a Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: ”A white man aged around 30-40 years old has been seen trying the handle of a rear door on Summershades Lane, Grasscroft.”
Police are attending the area and are asking people to report anything suspicious.
Following his victory in the recent elections, Garth Harkness has told Saddleworth News: “I am delighted to be elected to represent Saddleworth North on Oldham Council and wish to thank all those who voted in the recent elections.
“My aim at Oldham will be to fight to get a fair deal for our area and get decisions about Saddleworth made in Saddleworth. I hope to work closely with all parts of the community, to listen to people’s concerns and do all in my power to get things changed for the better.
“I am already addressing a number of issues brought to me by residents and I looking forward to doing much more in the coming years.
“If you have any problems or issues then please get in contact and I will try to help. Please do not hesitate to get in contact with any issues and I look forward to serving you both on the parish and on the borough councils.”
For those of you who are unsure of Garth’s contact details they are;
Diggle Band Comittee are asking for help from anyone who can assist with small tasks on the day.
Brian Cliffe said: “We need people who are prepared to help with a number of tasks during the Band Contest, such as greeting the bands, helping with manoeuvring the coaches, marshalling the bands for the march, selling programmes and helping to keep the site litter free.
“If anyone could spare an hour (or more!) on the evening of 1st June, could they please contact me on 01457 873901 or via email.”
Delph fell to their first defeat of the season at the home of last season’s league champions, Honley, falling agonising short by 4 runs in a gripping run chase. After being put into bat, Honley made a steady start before opener Danny Howard fell for 8.
The remainder of the Honley innings was then built around a well crafted 100 by Simon Kelly, scoring his third ton on the run against Delph.
It was scored off 132 balls and contained 10 4’s. He got good support from Max Joice (42) and enabled Honley to set a testing target of 194 on an early season wicket. Arron Lilley took 3 for 57 off 20 over’s.
Delph’s innings received an early setback when they lost opener Faisal Butt and Kevin Hook in quick succession.
Arron Lilley then looked to steer Delph home, but wickets kept falling at the other end, and when he was bowled, for a brave 93, Delph had lost their 8th wicket with 24 still needed.
Lilley’s innings took 119 balls and contained 5 4’s and 4 6’s. Skipper Grant Jones fell on the same score leaving the last wicket pair of Adnan Ghaus and Warren Jones to try and take Delph over the line.
A couple of big 6’s took them near, but Ghaus was adjudged LBW with the score on 191. Harlon Haye (4 for 32) and Richie Howarth (4 for 83 off 24 over’s) did most of the damage for Honley.
A truly riveting match.
Progress In Heavy Woollen Cup Made
Delph progressed to the 2nd Round of the Heavy Woollen Cup with a comfortable win at Wakefield Thornes.
After winning the toss and batting, Delph’s innings revolved around overseas player Kevin Hook who made a solid 84 off 103 balls. His innings contained 9 4’s and 2 6’s.
He was given good support by both Faisal Butt (41) and Bruce Cruse (45), and enabled Delph to set a competitive target of 251 for 9. Adnan Ghaus then struck early for Delph, dismissing Thornes skipper, Foster, for a 1st ball duck.
Delph continued to keep control of the match, Arron Lilley bowling 10 tight overs, with figures of 3 for 24. Ghaus finished with 3 for 28 to leave Delph worthy winners by 113 runs.
Harewood House with fountain. Photo: Kippa Matthews
SUNDAY 6TH MAY - BRODSWORTH HALL AND GARDENS, DONCASTER
A collection of grand gardens in miniature, which have been restored to their Victorian splendour. There is a quarry garden with rocky dells and many rare and unusual plants. Tea Room for refreshments.
Coach £14 Entry £4.25
Pick up points: 9.15 Grotton, 9.20 Lydgate, 9.25 Farrars, 9.30 Museum, U’Mill, 9.40 Hanging Gate, 9.45 (Woolpack), 9.50 Delph Station, 9.53 Doctor Lane, 9.55 Three Crowns, Contact: Mr Jack Slater 0161 626 9311 – between Sat 21 April – Fri 27 April
SATURDAY 2nd JUNE - HAREWOOD HOUSE, LEEDS
100 acres set in the magnificent landscape created by Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown. Gardens include a lakeside garden, a walled garden and even a bird garden. Cafe and picnic areas.
Coach £13 Entry £9
Pick up points: 9.15 Three Crowns, 9.17 Doctor Lane, 9.20 Delph Station, 9.25 (Woolpack), 9.30 Hanging Gate, 9.40 Museum,U’Mill ,9.45 Farrers, 9.50 Lydgate, 9.55 Grotton, Contact: Mrs Mary Emery 0161 682 1825 between Sat 19 June – Fri 25 June
SUNDAY 1ST JULY - CARPERBY OPEN VILLAGE GARDENS, YORKS
Over 20 village gardens to enjoy of varying size and interest. Plants for sale at various gardens and refreshments served throughout the day at the village hall. Disabled facilities.
Coach £15 Total entry £3.50
Pick up points as per Brodsworth Hall
Contact: Mrs Ella Hardacre 01457 878664 between 16 June – 22 July
SATURDAY 4TH AUGUST - YEWTREE HOUSE GARDENS, CHESHIRE
This cottage style garden is home to the national collection of Heleniums and Centaurea as well as many unusual, hard to find and heritage varieties of hardy perennials. As facilities are minimal at the garden, we will be calling at Bridgemere Garden World for lunch before travelling to the garden.
Coach £13 Entry £2.50
Pick up points as per Harewood House, Contact: Mrs Kath Lomas 01457 878245 between Sat 21 July – Fri 27 July
SUNDAY 2ND SEPTEMBER - DINGLE GARDENS, WELSHPOOL
Set in the heart of rural Wales, this 4 acre garden is mostly the work of Barbara Joseph and has been featured on television and in magazines. There is no cafe but free tea and coffee is available and the garden is free to RHS members. We shall however be calling at Derwen Garden Centre which is close by, for lunch before visiting the garden.
Coach £15 Entry £3.50
Pick up points as per Brodsworth Hall, Contact: Mrs Marilyn McNeill 01457 829654 between Sat 18 August – Fri 24 August
CHEQUES TO BE MADE PAYABLE TO SADDLEWORTH GARDENING CLUB AND SENT TO THE RELEVANT TRIP ORGANISER (ask for address on booking)
Cheques must be sent in the booking week to secure your place.
Return drop off points will be at the discretion of the driver, CANCELLATION MUST BE MADE 7 DAYS BEFORE TRIP FOR REFUNDS, Please Note: Please book early to avoid disappointment.
MONDAY 1ST OCTOBER - AGM + PLANT SALE Lower Civic Hall
Please bring plants, cuttings, seeds and sundries (please make sure plants for sale are potted up) subscriptions of £8 are due this day, but tea or coffee and biscuits are back to 50p, If unable to attend please send your subscription to: Mrs Vera Rudd, 41 Wellmeadow Lane, Uppermill, Oldham OL3 6DU
Delph eased their way through to the 2nd round of the Sykes Cup with a comprehensive win against Thongsbridge.
Delph won the toss and batted on a cold grey day and Faisal Butt set off in a hurry quickly getting to 23 before being bowled. The main stand of the innings then followed between Irfan Zahoor (90) and Kevin Hook (77), who put on 172 before being parted.
They both fell in quick succession and it was left to Bruce Cruse, with 44 not out, to steer the rest of the innings up to an impressive 297 for 7 at the end of their 50 overs. Thongsbridge were soon in trouble with Matt Norvall running through the top order. Thongsbridge struggled to 48 for 8, before Tom Kemp and Tom Raven-Hill added 48 for the 8th wicket.
Arron Lilley mopped up the tail to leave Delph winners by 197 runs . Norvall finished with 5 for 18 off 12 overs and Lilley 4 for 16 off 8.3 overs.
Uppermill Stage Society are sorry to announce that their production of “I’ll Be Back Before Midnight” that was scheduled for 9th to 12th May in Uppermill has had to be cancelled as one of the leading actors has suddenly been taken ill.
They apologise to all those who have already bought tickets.
Please contact their Chairperson, Sandie Beswick, regarding refunds on 07818 207573.
Diggle FC were celebrating their 2nd trophy in as many weeks as their Reserve Team clinched the Huddersfield FA Junior Cup, with a 1-0 victory over Shepley Reserves.
Diggle were totally dominant throughout the game, restricting their opponents to very few chances, even in the first half when playing into a strong wind, but the vital goal was scored in the 65th minute when a Brian Lord free kick was parried by the Shepley goalkeeper into the path of Diggle skipper Stephen Chamberlain, who made no mistake and tucked the ball home from 7 yards. In a solid team display Diggle striker Paul Wood was awarded the man of the match award for his tireless effort throughout the match.
It was the third time the Club has won the Huddersfield FA Junior Cup in the last 6 years,previously winning in 2007 & 2010, and tops off a successful season for the club with the First Team winning the Barlow Cup at Huddersfield’s Galpharm Stadium last month.
For more info about the club, new players or sponsorship please visit www.digglefc.co.uk
Debbie Abrahams MP, tells Saddleworth News it was a disappointing night for Labour but they’ve made some inroads in terms of the vote share but more work needs to be done after a rise in support for the Independent Candidates in the election.
Saddleworth remained relatively loyal to the Liberal Democrats last night. Despite suffering disappointing results in other parts of the borough and across the country, the party held two of the three Saddleworth seats it was defending on Oldham Council. The Lib Dems also gained a seat on Saddleworth Parish Council in a by-election.
The one seat to change hands was Saddleworth South, which includes Uppermill and Greenfield. Lib Dem Brian Lord was attempting to return to the borough council, having lost in Saddleworth West and Lees last year. But he was beaten by another familiar face in Saddleworth politics, Conservative John Hudson, who won with a majority of 202.
He repeated the success of his fellow Conservative Graham Sheldon, who won in Saddleworth South 12 months ago. But those two are now the only Tories on Oldham Council, as the party lost ground elsewhere. There was also no council comeback for Labour’s Joe Fitzpatrick. The controversial former election agent for Phil Woolas finished third.
Each of the three Saddleworth wards has three councillors, and the seats being fought yesterday were last contested in 2008. Back then, Mike Buckley won Saddleworth North for the Lib Dems, and last night his party colleague Garth Harkness held off a challenge from Independent Nicola Kirkham to take victory by 57 votes. Conservative Phil Sewell was third with Labour’s Imran Yousaf fourth in a ward which covers Delph and Dobcross among other villages.
In Saddleworth West and Lees, which includes Grotton and Springhead as well as Lees, Lib Dem Val Sedgwick was returned. She had a majority of 220 over Labour’s Gerard Ball, who was unable to repeat last year’s success of Adrian Alexander. Conservative Pam Byrne was third.
But there was better news for Labour in the rest of the borough, as the party tightened its control over Oldham Council, just a year after forming the administration. Labour made ten gains. Among the well-known councillors to lose was former Lib Dem deputy council leader Jackie Stanton, who lost to Cath Ball in St James, although Lib Dem group leader Howard Sykes held on comfortably in Shaw.
The state of the parties on Oldham Council is now: Labour 43, Lib Dems 14, Conservatives two, with one vacancy. The turnout across the whole borough was 33.6%, down more than five points on 2011. It was slightly higher in Saddleworth North at 35.87% and Saddleworth South 36.12%.
The Saddleworth West and Lees turnout was 30.95%.
The by-election on Saddleworth Parish Council was caused by the death earlier this year of well-known Independent Ken Hulme. His fellow Independent Helen Bishop wasn’t able to win the seat, which covers Delph and Denshaw, and she finished a close second to Lib Dem Sharon McGladdery, who won by 43 votes. The Denshaw resident is a newcomer to the Parish Council, and was successful a year after narrowly missing out on a seat in the parish elections.
The state of the parties on Saddleworth Parish Council is now: Lib Dems 13, Conservatives four, Independents three. The turnout for the parish by-election was 37.43%.
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