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LIFE The Civic Mayor of Tameside Surprise Visit To Sandwich Angels H AVING HEARD ABOUT the extraordinary ladies and gentlemen in Sandwich Angels, the Civic Mayor of Tameside, Cllr Joyce Bowerman, decided to surprise them with a special visit. Accompanied by her Consort, Mr Frederick Bowerman (her husband). The Mayor later declared she had expected to see a group of people sitting around a table making sandwiches, but was amazed to see a production line in process! Nevertheless, the Sandwich Angels were that busy going about their duties they were unaware of the surprise visitor. Some members were busy in the kitchen while some were buttering bread and others doing the fillings, and another row of volunteers were packing and labeling the sandwiches. In the centre of the main hall were the boxes for the Soup Kitchens already filling up as the mountain of sandwiches were distributed evenly. “I have never seen so many sandwiches in my whole life” said the shocked Mayor. “This is unbelievable, I have never seen so much bread in all my life, it’s amazing.” The Mayor’s Consort Mr Frederick Bowerman said “It’s truly remarkable and what caring, selfless, good people you all are.” The Mayoral party spoke to each member of the Sandwich Angels team who were absolutely delighted that they had taken time out of her busy schedule to spend a hour in their company. The ‘Angels’ present were; Avril Wren, Shelia Fraser, Jean Groom, Dawn Pragnall, Nicola McCarthy, Alan Andrew, Chris Gee, Shelley Chandler, Ann Chandler, Eileen Booth, Laraine Ramsden, Peter Robinson, Maggie Pragnall, Helen Bowden, Sarah Roberts, Diane Deakin, Dr Carla Williams, Laura Wright, Eileen Booth, Beverley Zastowng, Lea Warmisham, and myself (if I left you out of the list you didn’t sign our log book). The Mayor also met one of the Soup Kitchen’s outreach workers, Janice Taylor, from THE PO WER OF THE PEOPLE Sandwich Angels Journey. Text & photos by Christina V Howard 2 CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE1
LIFE ‘Homeless First, Manchester’ who told her Consort, Mr Frederick Bowerman. We of the week to make well over 3.000 about the importance and necessity of the look forward to meeting them again shortly sandwiches for distribution. Christina Sandwich Angels and the tireless work for the afternoon tea. Howard says, “The strong friendship they do. As the Mayor and her Consort we have all made as a result of coming Christina V Howard founded Sandwich joined us in a cup of tea, they enjoyed together is priceless and wonderful, our Angels, and they help 18 Soup Kitchens chattering to the volunteer delivery drivers. volunteer members are the salt of the in Tameside and Manchester, and Not before long the Mayor watched the earth.” don’t accept any money, only food team busily loading up all the boxes of and supermarket vouchers. They are Special Gratitude sandwiches, fruit, vegetables, cakes, the Community who care about those cookies, chocolates, along with crates of Huge thanks must go to Sue James and less fortunate. The members come water, sleeping bags and tents into several Debra Handforth from Morrisons, Hyde, from all walks of life, Chefs, Bakers, vehicles bound for their destinations. As and Sonia Heally from Tesco, Hattersley, Cooks, Teachers, Plumbers, Doctors, the Mayor departed she said farewell to for their continued support, without which, Hairdressers, Nurses, Pilots, Barristers, the Sandwich Angels and said ‘They were this project would be much more difficult. Judges, Engineers, Cllrs, Pensioners, and unforgettable, humble, caring people’. Also, a special thanks to PC Rob Farrell Students. Many hold down paid jobs too Following the Mayor’s visit came a lovely and PC Emma Cashman from Greater and turn up on their days off! invitation for our members to join her for Manchester Police in Gorton, Manchester, afternoon tea in her parlour. Two days a week they get free use of for the ‘Hot Pot’ dishes they donated. St Mary’s Community Hall in Newton, Sandwich Angels wish to thank the Civic For Sandwich Angels enquiries contact although they meet on the other 5 days Mayor, Cllr Joyce Bowerman, and her Tel 07713973640 ▣ TOP LEFT Shelia Fraser & Peter Robinson. RIGHT The Mayor and her Consort chatting with some of the Sandwich Angels team. CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE 1 3
LIFE ABOVE Shelia Fraser, Mr frederick Bowerman, The Mayor Cllr Joyce Bowerman, Janice Taylor. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT PC Rob Farrell & PC Emma Cashman. The team - hard at work. Peter Robinson & Alan Andrews. Peter Robinson Mayor Cllr Joyce Bowerman, Mr Fred Bowerman, Micola MaCarthy, Christina Howard, Helen Bowen. 4 CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE1
LIFE ABOVE Shelia Fraser, Mr frederick Bowerman, The Mayor Cllr Joyce Bowerman, Janice Taylor. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT PC Rob Farrell & PC Emma Cashman. The team - hard at work. Peter Robinson & Alan Andrews. Peter Robinson Mayor Cllr Joyce Bowerman, Mr Fred Bowerman, Micola MaCarthy, Christina Howard, Helen Bowen. CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE 1 5
SAILORS BEWARE ENTER TAINMENT Laurel & Hardy Tent 262 Text and photos by Christina Howard Meeting two fantastic Laurel and Hardy impersonators was these legendary comedians. Suddenly their humour, wit and the highlight of a recent uplifting experience, they are abso- mayhem came alive in this beautiful tribute to two comedy lutely fantastic and so funny, I was in stitches laughing. May legends. I proudly present Alan Chinner as Stan Laurel and Graeme The whole conversation I had wasn’t with Graeme and Alan Green as Oliver Hardy. it was with Laurel and Hardy, that is how realistic these two This interview took place in Morrisons Supermarket and I nearly gentlemen are, far more than actors and impressionists, but spilt my cup of tea watching their antics, they were hilarious fabulous entertainers bringing the original personalities to life. impersonating their heroes. To any of our younger readers who may not be aware of this Stan - Alan Chinner lived in London for 20 years and since a great double act during the early classical Hollywood years, the child has loved Laurel & Hardy comedy. I asked him what was duo consisted of a thin English gentleman, Stan Laurel, and it about the original entertainers/actors he liked? He said ‘they the American well-built gentleman, Oliver Hardy. In the 1930s are ageless, timeless, funny and unpredictable.” His favourite they had signed up with Hal Roach Studios and in 1941 they films were ‘Bohemian Girl’ and ‘Tit for Tat’. left to join major studios 20th Century Fox and MGM to 1945. Oliver - Graeme Green - lives in Hyde. Cheshire, said to me, “I Stuart Green, a musician, says, “Comedy is the best medi- used to run home from school to switch on the Laurel & Hardy cine and it crosses all ages, pure innocent slapstick is great Show, it was the highlight of my day and my favourite films fun to see.” were The Music Box and Them their Hills.” Special thanks to Graeme Green, Alan Chinner and Stuart They proceeded to perform and sing accompanied by Stuart Green, you are the best comedy act I have seen for ages and Green on the banjo. Surrounded by surprise shoppers, it was I’m now your number one fan, so are our Sandwich Angels who marvellous to see the sudden joy on the faces of everyone you surprised with Morrisons Vouchers. present as the older folks explained to their grandchildren about Both Avril Wren and Alan Andrews enjoyed meeting them too. 6 CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE1
ENTER TAINMENT Also in the presentation photo is Sue James – Morrisons, Hyde, Champion. ▣ Website: sailors.beware.co.uk Tel: 0161 336 1855 CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE 1 7
AR TISAN CRAFT P aper Tulips Market Street, Hyde. Text by Karen Dorney, photos by Christina V Howard The struggling High Street is currently seeing a growth in the trend for unique artisan-type businesses allowing customers to receive a shopping experience that is a lot more exciting than it has been in the past. Paper Tulips on Market Street in Hyde, Cheshire, is one such business that opened its doors in April 2015 offering a plat- form for local artisan’s to showcase and sell their creations along with a wide selection of gifts and craft materials. 8 CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE1
AR TISAN CRAFT The Shop grew very quickly in popularity with both customers and crafters alike; which means I am forever thinking on my feet and making changings to keep the buzz of this ‘Aladdin’s Cave’ alive. I currently have 39 crafters selling in the shop, which is phe- nomenal when you think on opening day I had just 4 and the shop has evolved into a beautiful ‘monster’. Personalised and individual one of a kind pieces excite our customers who make return visits time and again for that extra special gift. Great customer service is something I pride myself in and will always go the extra mile to make sure my customers are satisfied. Its amazing the relationships that have been built between myself, customer and crafters, and crafters and customer alike, which in turn generates a wonderful community. feel. I never dreamt for one minute the opportunities that this small shop would bring, like creating the extremely popular Artisan Market in Hyde, producing the charity-based calendar ‘The Crafty Girls of Hyde’, raising money to support the homeless through Infinity Initiatives, producing memory ribbons to support the Manchester Fund after the horrific event in 2017, joining Hyde Rotary Club, who fundraise within the community and, of course, supporting the Sandwich Angels by becoming a collection point for essen- tials to feed the homeless. ▣ P aper Tulips Market Street, Hyde. Text by Karen Dorney, photos by Christina V Howard CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE 1 9
ENTER TAINMENT FLOATING ON AIR-TIME by Kane Smith Hi Everyone My name is Kane Smith and I’m not the typical Teenager as they say. I am very passionate to get in to the Radio Industry as a career. It started when I was around 13 years old and I joined an Internet radio station, which now doesn’t exist anymore, and it really activated my mind into the Radio Industry. For the past few years I have been on a couple of stations, until I assisted in the re-launch of ‘Titan Fm’, which is an Internet Radio Station that I am the Station Manger of. This meant I created the website and manage the running of the station. About 6-7 months ago one of my teachers at college knew a presenter for Tameside Radio (103.6 FM), that is a Community Radio Station, which aims its content at the Borough of Tameside. He put me in contact with the presenter and from then on I have been a volunteer there. I started by editing and producing the ‘Jingles’, which you can still hear today, then I got involved in the Outside Broadcast Team, and posting on the station’s social media platforms. In December 2017 I was asked to cover one of the shows, as the presenter was busy doing other projects. I jumped at the chance and covered the show for the whole month up until New Years Eve. As a result of this, I now have my own radio show on a Saturday and Sunday from 2am-3am. In the mist of all this I also started another radio show called NoWayFm. I volunteer to present all the shows, I don’t get paid to do any of it, its something I enjoy doing. So at the moment I present 4 radio shows which are: ◊ The Ultimate Party Fridays 6pm-7pm NoWayFm (www.nowayfm.com) ◊ Saturday 2am-3am Tameside Radio (www.tamesideradio.com) ◊ The Saturday Selection 6pm-8pm Titan Fm (www.titanfm.co.uk) ◊ Sundays 2am-3am Tameside Radio (www.tamesideradio.com) Links: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Djkane2199 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DJKaneIntenseMedia/ Website: http://www.kaneproductions.co.uk/ 10 CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE1
GRAB A B AR GAIN NEWTON AUCTIONEERS Newton Auctioneers - is a small family run ‘consumer goods‘ auction house in heart of Hyde Newton area. The auction runs every Saturday from 10am and finish around 4pm. So whether you’re looking for something for your home, business, local club, or to sell on to make money as a side income, why not come to see and try your local auction house. The auction has over 1000 lots on offer every Saturday ranging from smart 4k TVs, to laptops, iPhone’s, toys, white goods, furni- ture etc. All from largely high-end retail stores. You can view the items before bidding - there is viewing every Friday 3pm to 5pm and Saturday before auction starts 9:30am. There’s always free tea, coffee and biscuits available and our cat- alogue is uploaded online at www.newtonauctioneers.co.uk Tel: 01613688100 So come and experience the thrill of a live auction at Newton Auctioneers, Unit B5, Newton Business Park, Hyde. Cheshire, SK15 4UQ or you are welcome to bid online through our website. ▣ CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE 1 1 1
AR TISAN CRAFT Inspir ation fr om a pallet Danny Fisher Woodcraft For as long as I’ve been self-aware I’ve struggled with a nagging Text by Danny Fisher, photos by Christina V search for purpose. A lack of any direction saw me drifting from Howard one low-end, low-paid, job to another. In my mid-twenties I got myself a reasonably paid job in a cardboard re-cycling mill, the heat, the stench and the grinding tedium would break anyone with an imagination, as Morrissey said “It pays my way and it corrodes my soul”. Then, one day, amongst thousands, one particular pallet arrived, this one did not appear to have two pieces of the same type of wood anywhere in it’s construction. The way the different woods emphasised each other had a profound effect that played on my mind for months. Finally, taking action, I bought myself a set of second-hand paring chisels from Ebay. Whilst searching I found a man who sold machined wood offcuts and got some packs of various sizes and species. One of these was Merranti, a wood with a grain structure, which fascinates me still. The first thing I ever made was a biscuit-sized pendant to put on a necklace to present to Linsey (she still wears it). After six years of trial and error, giving and selling to family and friends, trading at local Artisan Markets and stocking pieces in local craft shops, I find myself here. I am currently re-opening my Etsy shop which I abandoned after a few months in 2015 when I realised my items at the time just weren’t individual enough. Please visit Danny Fisher Woodcraft - https:// www.etsy.com/uk/shop/DannyFisherWoodcraft - on there and let me know what you think through the magazine. ▣ 12 CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE1
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PHO T OGRAPHY Snappy Stroll Along the Peak Forrest Canal Text and photos by Sharon Harvey A few Sundays ago I went for some fresh air, it was a beautiful day and you could really sense that spring had sprung. I work in a small town called Hyde, which is in Cheshire in the UK. I wanted to see it in a different light, so I decided to have a drive over to a ‘go to’ a spot I’ve seen before, but never really visited. I chose the Peak Forest Canal; the length of the canal is just under 15 miles and spans from Dukinfield to Buxworth, with many points along the way to join the canal path. I headed towards the bottom of Apethorn Lane in Hyde, here you cross over a bridge and join the canal about 3.5 miles from the start. As soon as I parked up, I realised that this spot wasn’t just a good spot to enjoy a lovely stroll, but also to take some nice snaps! I’m new to the world of photography, it’s something I’ve always enjoyed, but have never really thought about the pictures I was taking. About a year ago I treated myself to my 1st DSLR camera, I’m still getting to grips with the basics, and trying to improve my confidence with leaving auto behind. I’d decided to leave my camera at home that day, not realising what a good spot it would be (A mistake I’ll not make next time). We never minded as it added to the fun (and has given us The photographs I took were on my Samsung S8 smartphone. something to tease him about for all these years). After a long I love urban photography, but I couldn’t let the opportunity go walk we would be treated to a big Sunday roast in a pub. to shoot some of the bright, spring sunshine and the reflections Quite often, this would be at a waters edge and my parents of this on the waters surface. used to sit and watch my sister and I playing in the gardens or As I was walking, I was reminded of family walks on Sunday on the swings. These images stir up memories of family days afternoons. We would often go for a drive into the countryside, out in the British countryside, long warm days, lots of fun and and then go on a long ramble. My Dad would be in charge laughter, and maybe even some Morris Dancers performing of directions that would inevitably end up with us being lost. their traditional rituals. ▣ 14 CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE1
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WILDLIFE Intervention Tameside Wildlife Wildlife that make our area their home Text & photos by Daniel Mckay Daniel Mckay We have members trained in administering basic pro- Y NAME IS Daniel Mckay M although many refer to me as We intervene in areas that need attention such as an cedures and also weaning orphaned cubs. Dan and I’m one of the founding area on the tame valley that we are starting a project members of Tameside Wildlife Intervention. We are a commu- nity group dedicated to the protection of wildlife in on soon which will start with cleaning all debris from the river and woodland to erecting bird boxes and and around the Tameside borough and are not for feeding areas for the community to enjoy. Along with profit, which means we put a lot of our own finances these projects we are working closely with the aspira- into the group. We are a very diverse group with some tions department at Tameside college who are made members in their teens whilst others may not remem- up of young adults with learning difficulties and this ber their teen years anymore; we have members who helps them with social skills whilst helping out the have photography backgrounds and others who just local wildlife, along with this we offer nature walks for have a love for all our animals in the area. Tameside all to attend where we highlight areas of importance being on the border of Manchester and Stockport and and give residents a chance to watch these animals away from any other local wildlife charities that spe- and also raise awareness so that they too can help cialise in what we do we created the group to not just monitor and intervene if they wish. help our wildlife but our local residents as well. Back to myself for now, I am a keen wildlife photogra- Our main focus is on badgers, fox’s and all other pher and spend any free time in and around Tameside mammals in our local area as well as their local habitat watching our wildlife which consists of some amazing and resources. We monitor badger setts and help raise species that many wouldn’t believe made our dis- awareness to them along with attending call outs. Call trict their home. I’m also usually the first point of call outs range from injured animals that we will assess for call outs and assess each case as a new even and treat for any minor wounds to carcass removal. deceased wildlife where we will determine if any foul 16 CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE1
WILDLIFE play was involved and if any measures can be taken to reduce the risk of this happening again. All information is submitted to the right authorities to keep track of. In the next 12 months we are looking at diving deeper into the rehabilitation and will be training more members in badger vaccinations, medical procedures and setting up facilities for injured birds. Our daily tasks out in the field are open for anyone to join and help and maybe even take ownership of there own being trapped in gardens in football nets so please local patch. can you lift these up from the ground when not in use. The photo below is of a local ring necked parakeet Another regular in Tameside is no other than the fox, which often lead to calls regards concerned citizens unlike badgers they are not strictly nocturnal and it’s and lost pets. Although this is not a native species not uncommon to witness them out basking in the over the last 30 - 40years they have made our country midday sun. Believe it or not they are very cautious and will most likely run once they feel you’re too close. One problem within the fox world is that of mange, a fox with mange with look a mess and have bald patches and will eventually kill them if left untreated. Treatment can be sent out for free online from the national fox welfare society. their home and in recent years have spread to our area resulting in these phone calls. They love to have a nibble on fruit trees and you will usually hear them before you see them. Some of our local badgers having a good munch with In the meantime if you would like to learn more about each other. Many people have never seen a badger us or would love to get involved yourself please search before apart from the ones at the side of a road that for Tameside Wildlife Intervention on Facebook, Twitter, have sadly been killed which is an all too common Instagram and YouTube, or check our website out at: theme. Believe it or not Tameside has a very healthy www.tamesidewildlifeintervention.org population of badgers but with the bad press and human obstacles they face they don’t have it easy. I have had plenty call outs regards badgers and Fox’s CVH1STCLASS T OGETHER MAGAZINE ISSUE 1 1 7
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