Runcorn Local - Jan & Feb 2013

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...and welcome to the very latest edition of Runcorn Local Mag...I’m going to start with my inspirational quote this time rather than end with it... for a couple of reasons. Firstly if the world didn’t end on 21st December (I was writing this just before we went to print on 20th!) as was predicted then it’s very apt and also because I think it’s a good philosophy for the New Year. We can sometimes worry about the little things so much when they either won’t happen or we can’t do anything about them anyway.

We had a really interesting phone call recently from the producers of ‘Come Dine with Me! (shh…it’s one of my secret guilty pleasures… ) asking if we knew any interesting characters who may want to apply for a future show! Let us know if you want details and we’ll put you in touch.

Also worth mentioning is that we are always looking for new writers, so if you’re involved in any community groups and want to contribute to a future editorial feature then drop us a line. We’re particularly keen to get a regular contribution from a local teenager, so if you know someone aged around 14-16 who is keen to get some great journalistic experience then get them to drop us an email or give us a call. It would look great on their statement when they’re looking to apply to universities.

The Local Magazines – the only local magazine that can offer 3 ways to connect – via the magazine, via our website or via our own fab new phone app! And that makes us unique!

Until next time...

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Many of us completely neglect the rest of our skin, especially in the wintertime. It’s easy to become lazy when you’re covered up under layers of clothing, but we all want soft skin.

If you’re honest you probably won’t have thoroughly scrubbed, buffed and polished your body since the summer months just before applying your fake tan. There’s no doubt that your skin will be looking lackluster as a result.

You’ll be pleased to hear then, that there are some quick, easy and simple steps that will have you ready to bare all in no time. All you have to do is promise to follow them once or twice a week. The reward? Fabulous skin all over.

The Benefits of Brushing There’s been a lot of hype about body brushing. It has been shown to have great results on reducing the appearance of cellulite, toning

the skin and guaranteeing a youthful glow.

Using a dry natural bristle body brush, work from your feet upwards in long, firm, sweeping strokes. Be careful not to press too hard - the idea is to invigorate the skin, not irritate it.

This action has been proven to boost circulation and lift skin-dulling impurities from the pores in one easy action.

Be Brave - Boost Your Circulation Although this isn’t the most appealing step, it definitely does the job. When you’re in the shower, alternate between blasts of warm and cold water for about 30 seconds. You only need to do it a couple of times to encourage blood that’s rich with fresh nutrients and oxygen to travel to the surface of your skin, leaving it looking healthy and glowing.

Exfoliate, Exfoliate, Exfoliate Exfoliators have great results when used on both face and body. The tiny grains lift and remove impurities and dead skin cells from the skin, leaving it looking instantly brighter.

It’s best to use an exfoliator that has fine particles, rather than coarser varieties, because they are less abrasive on the skin.

Use a circular motion to apply the product to damp skin and work from your feet upwards, spending time massaging every bit of your skin.

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Gently Does It Whether you consider your skin to be sensitive or not, it’s always best to choose a shower gel that’s designed for sensitive skin and one which has natural ingredients.

The harsh chemicals that can be found in some products strip the skin of essential moisture and leave it feeling dry and irritated.

Don’t be tempted to have the water too hot when you’re in the shower, as it dehydrates the skin - instead turn down the heat to pleasantly warm.

Lock-In Moisture It’s essential to moisturise your body every time you shower.

Leave your skin damp and massage a generous amount of product into the skin - this helps to lock-in moisture for long-lasting hydration.

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Students also have the opportunityto take exams in the various artforms.

This October our older studentsperformed in a charity event at theWarrington Parr Hall, alongsidestars from London’s West EndStage in "West End Stars Live!".Zoe Curlett, one of the stars said:"Highly well done to all! Whatyoung professionals you were!Thank you for all your hard workand for making the show so extraspecial - Stars in the making xxx"

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It’s the New Year, and having eaten and drunk your way through the contents of at least three shopping trolleys during the festive season, you are feeling in need of a quick fix so you can begin to feel healthy again.

The time of the year doesn’t help. Spring is still a couple of months away and although you’d love to go for a bracing walk in the park, you know that after half an hour in muddy boots, being soaked by persistent rain, you’ll give up and go home.

But what’s the alternative when you need a regular exercise regime to help you lose weight and regain vitality?

Working out at home with the help of a video console has become a popular alternative to going out to a dance class or a gym. The great advantage is that it allows you to design a programme to suit your own needs and preferences.

However if - like me - you’re not a great self-motivator, you

may find it hard to keep going without a human instructor to give encouragement. After several attempts to follow anaerobic routine in my lounge I felt that the floorboards had suffered enough and made the decision to join a regular exercise class.

So how do you find a movement class that will suit you? A quick browse round the websites of local clubs is likely to reveal a baffling array of exercise styles with exotic-sounding names such as Zumba, Pilates, Ashtanga Yoga, Spinning, Hatha Yoga and Tai Chi.

It’s nice to be spoiled for choice, but there are a few things to consider before you start shopping for the lycra bodysuit and matching accessories. How old are you? Do you have any medical conditions? How much exercise do you normally take (for example, do you regularly walk, bicycle, play a sport, or are you a complete couch potato)?

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However you decide to pursue your new exercise regime, make a promise to yourself to keep it up. You won’t really start feeling the benefit until you’ve settled in to your new routine and begun to master those new moves. After a few weeks you’ll be surprised to find how much better you feel, both physically and mentally.

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Choosing Fabrics for the Home

How to choose fabricsBefore buying fabric, ask for a swatch or, even better, borrow or buy a length of fabric that can be draped at the window or placed over a sofa or cushion. It is invaluable to see how the fabric looks in situ, at different times of the day and night. Ask these questions before you start:

• How wide is the fabric? The wider it is, the better the value, and the less sewing will be required. 140cm is average.

• How heavy is it? Heavier fabrics are usually too bulky for small projects, while lighter fabrics usually wear more quickly.

• How durable is it? Fabric is divided into categories depending on whether it will be subjected to light, general or heavy domestic use.

• Is it washable? And, if so, has it been pre-shrunk?

• If it is patterned, what size is the repeat? Large patterns require more fabric so that you can match the repeats.

Types of fabricFabrics are composed of natural or synthetic fibres, or blends of them, and made using a wide variety of weaves.

FIBRES... Cotton can range from lightweight muslin to heavy canvas. It is the most commonly used fabric for home furnishings as it dyes and prints well, and is easy to care for. Linen has a lovely drape and lustre, is durable, but has a tendency to crease (hence is often mixed with

other fibres). Nylon, or polyamide, is tough and resists abrasion, but tends to produce static electricity. Polyester is a very strong synthetic fibre that mixes well with other fibres to produce versatile fabrics. It can withstand high temperatures and frequent washing. Silk comes in intense colours and has an attractive, lustrous surface. Not as hard-wearing as other fibres. Viscose is made from wood pulp. It is hard-wearing and durable. Wool is breathable, warm and naturally water-resistant. Available in a wide range of thicknesses and textures, it varies from heavy sheep’s wool to fine cashmere. It will felt if washed at a high temperature.

WEAVES... Bouclé has a looped pile. Corduroy features pile in stripes that may be narrow or wide. Damasks contrast matt and shiny areas of pattern and are usually rather traditional in style. Jacquards feature a complex, raised pattern. Moiré is a water-mark pattern, often found on silks. Plain weaves have a smooth surface. Satin is heavy with a lustrous surface, usually made from silk or polyester. Twill weave produces diagonal or zig zag lines on the surface. Denim is a heavy-cotton twill, for example. Velvet may be made from a variety of fibres and features a luxurious, soft pile.

Patterned, textured or plain, subtle or spectacular, fabrics can transform a room. Our guide will help you sort the silks from the synthetics and the cottons from the corduroys, while giving you the lowdown on what to use where.

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What to use whereUPHOLSTERY... • Hard-wearing, tightly woven fabrics are best for most upholstery. Medium-to heavy-weight cottons and cotton mixes, linen mixes and wools are all good, conventional choices, while corduroy, denim and low-pile velvet are interesting as well as usable.

• Avoid deep piles, which may become crushed, and loose or loopy weaves, which are likely to snag.

• Bold motifs should usually be centred on sofa or chair backs. You will need to buy more fabric to ensure everything fits in the right place.

LOOSE COVERS... • Choose a fabric that is washable and substantial enough to hold its shape yet soft enough to be comfortable: medium-weight cottons, linens or blends, or light wools are all ideal.

CURTAINS... • Curtains can be made of practically any fabric, from cotton and linen to velvet, silk or wool.

• As well as the conventional fabrics, consider unusual ones such as blankets, tweed, fleece, mohair, canvas or madras, or perhaps a sari, a length of vintage embroidery or a lovely chintz quilt.

• Very thick, heavy fabrics will be too bulky for small window openings.

• Sheer fabrics will not hold a crisp fold and will allow light through.

CUSHIONS... • Choose almost any fabric, within reason.

• You could use remnants from fabric used elsewhere in the room, or choose complementary patterns and colours in a different fabric.

• Use expensive fabrics, as you’ll need such a small amount (use cheaper fabric for the back).

BED AND TABLE LINEN... • Light to medium weight cottons, linens and cotton or linen blends are best. Avoid pure linen if you don’t like ironing.

• Loose, textured and pile weaves are impractical for these purposes.

• Choose fabrics that will withstand frequent washing

• For outdoor and children’s dining, oilcloth is ideal.

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While many people hold notions of being better with money, it’s rare that a practical action plan is put together. Here are ten top money-saving tips which are commonly-overlooked and which, over the course of the year, will have a drastic impact on your expendable income.

1. Pausing for Thought The four-day wait works. Any time you’re about to buy something which isn’t a necessity, listen to that niggling voice on your shoulder and wait four days until purchasing. Developing this simple habit rids you of compulsive buying inclinations and affords you time to compare prices online.

2. Balance Your Bank Account Few people take the time to balance bank statements. What your bank statement says you have at the end of each month is not the money that’s available to spend. Learn to reconcile your accounts and track your finances properly. Understanding your financial throughput properly will help develop positive spending habits.

3. Resell Your Clutter It’s frighteningly easy to accumulate unnecessary and unused products. Survey your belongings and unclutter your house and loft by setting up a Gumtree or eBay

account. Rid yourself of these things in a way which will make you money.

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Widnes Through Time At last a new Widnes book and one that Jean and John Bradburn can be proud of. Published by Amberley at £14.99 it depicts Widnes then and now through dozens of photographs. Some buildings are still recognisable, such as the cottages in Hale Road towards Ball O’Ditton despite the gardens being lost to road widening. Others, like the Horns Hotel in Moorfield Road, have gone completely. With historical content by Jean and photographs by John Widnes Through Time is a must for anyone interested in local history.

A Taste of the North-West And to whet the appetite, “A Taste of the North West” illustrated with historical photographs from the Francis Frith Collection, includes not only well known recipes such as Lancashire Hotpot, Bury Black Puddings and Scouse but Chester Pudding alongside Manchester Pudding and Cheshire Onion Pie. Or how about North Country Parkin, Sally Cake or Preston Gingerbread? Also included are local dialects and snippets of history, such as the Wreckers and Smugglers of Wallasey and the cotton famine of 1861-1865 which devastated the North West for a time. (£14.99)

Time Gentlemen Please“Time Gentlemen Please” is the second offering of Runcorn pubs by local historian Alex Cowan. (£8.99). The first, “Last Orders” described buildings and landlords long departed, in times when there was a pub on every corner. Volume two has been published to include those still with us. Unfortunately, in the two years needed to write the book, even some of those have gone, but the memories linger on. Anyone who had a grandfather running any such establishment should find his name documented for posterity!

Liverpool Docks Through Time Liverpool Docks Through Time (Ian Collard, £14.99) is produced in the same format as the Widnes book, with magnificent pictures of both the docks themselves and the ships using them. A wealth of information can be found, from Cunard Line passenger ships in Huskisson Dock, designed by Jesse Hartley, to HMS Albion on a visit to Liverpool in 2011.Buildings may have come and gone but our maritime heritage is still going strong.

Grammar for Grown-UpsThe authors of the previous books are all well versed in English Grammar, but some of us need a little help at times, especially when trying to help the next generation understand written English. Covering basic grammar, punctuation, spelling and much more, there is even a section on pronunciation. As a guide through the perils and pitfalls of the English language there is nothing better than “Grammar for Grownups” by Katherine Fry and Rowena Kirton. (our price £8.79)

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There’s no shortage of interest in the new Jaguar F-Type, the firm’s boss tells James Baggott...

More than 1,000 buyers have placed a deposit or expressed a serious interest in buying the F-Type. Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) managing director Jeremy Hicks said that he asked his dealer network to find out just how popular the new sports car would be, and the results came as a nice surprise.

‘We asked how many people were seriously interested,’ said Hicks. ‘What we’ve found is a very strong level of interest. F-Type will draw from performance saloon and coupe buyers because the design credentials are great. We want this car to re-establish the brand. It’s a big statement car and returns us to where our roots lie: sports cars.’

Priced from £58k, Jaguar is aggressively targeting the Porsche 911 and even though it’s a small sector in terms of sales, the British manufacturer is hoping for great things.

‘We have huge expectations of what it can do for the brand,’ added Hicks. ‘It’s not going to be massive in terms of volumes – remember this is a niche sector we are operating in. The good news is we have three positives; it’s well priced, it drives brilliantly and there’s a home advantage.’

The F-Type, arriving in the brand’s 90 dealers in the spring, is the start of a product offensive from Jaguar. The XF Sportbrake will also be arriving soon and other volume sectors are being explored too.

‘We are laying the foundations for growth and that means new cars in new segments,’ revealed Hicks. ‘The obvious place to go is down to the burgeoning area of the market. We need smaller cars, saloon cars and we’re looking at the crossover market. The SUV market is growing and even though we’re there with JLR, the definitive SUV maker, there

is scope for Jaguar too.’

Hicks explained JLR invests £2bn a year in R&D (he claims that’s higher than any UK car manufacturer) and the team are looking at several options including a replacement for the X Type.

‘Jaguar has an opportunity to move down from the XF,’ he said. ‘A Mondeo sized car. We’ve been there with the X Type and did well however the problem with the X and S Types, in my opinion, was that they were too retrospective. The F Type isn’t; it has lineage and clear DNA, but it’s not a retro car.’

JLR has been a fantastic success story. Whilst in 2008 the manufacturer was accepting loans from the government, new products have launched successfully and the maker has bounced back.

‘What’s the secret? Great cars,’ explained Hicks. ‘The crisis was a combination of financial problems and the SUV market being down in general, plus this was immediately prior to the XF launch.’

‘Since then we’ve had the XF and Evoque launches which have transformed things. We are up 30% year on year. I put that down to a great team and a can-do attitude.’

Hicks said the dealers are seeing the returns too with profitability up.

But the MD has ruled out increasing the size of either the Jaguar or Land Rover networks from their current 90 and 120 points respectively.

‘Both franchises are profitable,’ he said. ‘But that doesn’t mean we’re going to drive growth by expanding the network. The current sites are making good returns so it’s more important to drive more capacity through those. We can see bigger sites at some of our outlets, but not new dealers.’

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LOCAL GROUPSVision Support is a local charity providing a wide range of services to those with sight loss. Services include, low vision aids and advice, benefits advice, befriending services, technology training, counselling and social/recreational clubs. 01928 582 946

Halton Voluntary Group is a group whose aim is to help the people who have diabetes. We hold our meetings on the 3rd Weds of each month, when we have speakers who give a talk on the care of diabetes. At St. Paul’s Church Hall, Vicarage Road, Widnes and the Old Police Station, Mersey Road, Runcorn starting at 7.30 pm0151 424 9432

HALDS (Halton Adults with Learning Difficulties Support)Support group for parents/carers of adults with learning difficulties.Contact: Pam RobertsTel: 07583 694671Email: [email protected]

Widnes & Runcorn Cancer Support Centre21-23 Alforde Street, Widnes, WA8 7TRTel: 0151 423 5730 Email: [email protected]

HAFS (Halton Autistic Family Support Group)Trinity House, 78-80 Victoria Road, Widnes, WA8 7RATel: 0151 495 3540 Email [email protected]

Halton Haven HospiceBarnfield Avenue, Runcorn, WA7 6EPTel: 01928 712728

Halton Parkinson’s Support Group Helps improve quality of live for people with Parkinson’s disease, we meet once a month.Contact: Margaret SmithTel: 0151 423 4782

ChAPS – Cheshire Aspergers Parents SupportAims to support parents and carers of dependants with Aspergers Syndrome or Autistic Spectrum Disorder whether diagnosed or not, living in Cheshire.Contact: Jo GarnerTel: 01928 722384

Mind in HaltonHalton Association for Mental HealthSep up with the aim of providing day care and residential services to those people living in Halton who had or were experiencing some form of mental distress.Widnes Tel: 0151 495 3991Runcorn Tel: 01928 563612

Halton & St Helens Voluntary and Community ActionHelp grow and strengthen the voluntary, community and faith sector in both Halton and St HelensHalton Voluntary Action - Sefton House, Public Hall Street, Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 1NG. Tel: 01928 592405

Halton Nightstop For Young People Aged 16 – 25 yearsNightstop believes that all young people have the right to access safe and secure accommodation that is appropriate for their needs. The service is committed to making this happen wherever possible through Volunteer Hosting and Family Mediation.Ship Canal House, Percival Lane, RuncornContact: Terri Tel: 01928 238420

REGULAR EVENTS...Weston Community Keep FitAt Weston School - exercise and dance to music. All ages & abilities.Contact: Barbara Owen on 01928 574607

Mondays 8pm - 9.20pm

Dance Classes At Castlefields Community CentreAdult Tap Dance (Beginners & Improvers)Children’s Dance ClassesContact: Ken, 01928-563839 [email protected]

Tuesdays 7:00-8:00pm

Thursdays & Fridays

Halton Bereavement Drop InIf you are feeling low and would like someone to talk to then drop in for a coffee and a chat.

Please ring 01928 791221 for details.

Every Tues 4.30pm - 7pm at Widnes

Fire Safety Centre, Lacey Street

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at Runcorn Fire Station

Line DancingGrangeway Community Centre, Runcorn, WA7 5HA Tel: 01928 569474

Every Thursday 8:30pm-10.30pm

Every Friday1.30pm-3.30pm

AquaciseBeechwood Community Centre01928 565014

Every Monday & Wednesday

7.30pm-8.15pm

Line DancingBeechwood Community Centre01928 565014

Every Monday 8:00pm-10:00pm

Every Thursday7:30pm-10:30pm

CraftsBeechwood Community Centre01928 565014

Every Tuesday10am-12pm

PilatesBeechwood Community Centre01928 565014

Every Tuesday 10.00am-11.00am

Rhythm Time MusicBeechwood Community Centre01928 565014

Every Weds10:00-11:00hrs

Children’s Dance ClassesBeechwood Community Centre01928 565014

Every WedsFrom 4:00pm

Movers & ShakersBeechwood Community Centre01928 565014

Every Friday10am-11am

Line DancingRAOB (Buffs) Club, High Street, RuncornTel: 01928 572652

Every Tuesday8:00pm-10:00pm

Halton Village Women’s Institute Various activities - all welcome.

1st Wednesday of each month at 7.15pm at Trinity

Church Hall, Main Street, Halton

Village, Runcorn.

SCHOOL TERM TIMESSpring term 2013Open7thJanuary•Close15thFebruaryHalf term 18th - 22nd FebruaryOpen25thFebruary•Close28thMarchEaster holiday 29th March - 12th AprilSummer term 2013Open15thApril•Close24thMayHalf term 27th - 31st MayOpen3rdJune•Close24thJuly

DOCTOR NUMBERS

NHS Direct (24hr Helpline) 0845 46 47

Murdishaw Health CentreGorsewood Road, MurdishawRuncorn, WA7 6ES

01928 712061

Brookvale PracticeHallwood Health Centre, Hospital WayRuncorn, WA7 2UT

01928 718182

Weaver Vale PracticeHallwood Health Centre, Hospital WayRuncorn, WA7 2UT

01928 711911

Windmill Hill Medical Centre Norton Hill, Windmill Hill, WA7 6QE 01928 842626

Castlefields Health CentreChester Close, Castlefields, WA7 2HY 01928 566671

Heath Road Medical CentreHeath Road, Runcorn, WA7 5TJ 01928 565881

Grove House PracticeSt Pauls Health Centre, High Street,Runcorn, WA7 1AB

01928 566561

Tower House PracticeSt Pauls Health Centre, High Street,Runcorn, WA7 1AB

01928 567404

The Rock Surgery50 High Street, Frodsham, WA6 7HG 01928 732110

The Knoll Surgery2 Princeway, Frodsham, WA6 6RX 0844 4773936

WEAVER VALE MP

Graham Evans MP is Member of Parliament for Weaver Vale. He can be contacted as follows:Graham Evans MPHouse of CommonsLondon, SW1A OAA

Tel: 01606 350 323Email: [email protected]

COUNCIL NUMBERS24 Hour - Halton Direct Link 0303 333 4300

Halton Housing Trust (Not council) 0151 510 5000

Planning Services 0151 907 8300

Police Station (Non Emergency) 0845 458 0000

Social Care (Adult) 0151 907 8306

Transport & Highways 0151 471 7600

Waste Management Division 0151 907 8300

HALTON MP

Derek Twigg MP is Member of Parliament for Halton He can be contacted as follows:Derek Twigg MPHouse of CommonsLondon, SW1A OAA

Tel: 0151 424 7030Email: [email protected]

SCHOOL & COLLEGE NUMBERSAstmoor Primary School 01928 565053Beechwood Primary School 01928 560479Brookvale Primary School 01928 711401Castle View Primary School 01928 563970Gorsewood Primary School 01928 712100Hallwood Park Primary & Nursery 01928 716336Halton Lodge Primary School 01928 564053Hillview Primary School 01928 714666Our Lady Mother of the Saviour 01928 711921Palace Fields Primary School 01928 716521Pewithall Primary School 01928 576139Runcorn All Saints CofE Primary 01928 572091St Augustine’s Catholic Primary 01928 568936St Berteline’s CofE Primary School 01928 719847St Clement’s Catholic Primary 01928 572129St Edward’s Catholic Primary 01928 572317St Mary’s Halton CofE Primary 01928 565995The Grange Infants School 01928 573132The Grange Junior School 01928 572600The Park Primary School 01928 563838Victoria Road Primary School 01928 574644Westfield Primary School 01928 572343Weston Point Primary School 01928 574593Weston Primary School 01928 574544Windmill Hill Primary School 01928 712337Woodside Primary School 01928 564031Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy 01928 711643St Chad’s Catholic High School 01928 564106The Grange Comprehensive School 01928 578115The Heath School 01928 576664

Community62

AccountantsAGP 51Appliance RepairKKB Appliance Repairs 39BathroomsJDC Ceramics 38,40Bedrooms & KitchensNYK 19BlindsPanda Blinds 25Boiler ReplacementWoodhouse Plumbing 18Book ShopCuriosity Bookshop 54Building & ConstructionCheshire Building & Roofing 17North West Contracts 59Norton Cross Construction 39PS Brickwork 34Building & MaintenanceNextgen Builders 30Car RepairsChips Away 57Car ValetingK&L Valeting 55Carpets & Soft FurnishingsKingsley Carpets & Curtains of Frodsham

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Perfect Floors & Interiors 49Childcare/NurseryVicarage Lodge Pre School 7Chimney SweepWilkins Chimney Sweep 23CleaningSuperior Cleaning 43College of Further EducationPriestley College 64ConstructionB & F Construction 39Curtains and Soft FurnishingsGrace Style 34DecoratorsStuart Phelan 30Dental PracticeChurch Street Dental 6Latham Avenue Dental 16Main Street Dental 10

Dog GroomingBest Friends Dog Grooming 7Driving SchoolInsight2Drive 57Education CentreLIPA 4:19 @ The Heath 11Electrical, Plumbing & HeatingKDE Ltd 44ElectricianRuncorn Electrical 43Estate AgentsYour Move 14Financial AdvisorPositive Solutions 63FitnessBody Fit Express 13Nordic Walking 10Spirit Health Club 9FlooringCheshire Flooring 32FloristRonas The Flower Shop 11FurnitureBranches Warrington 34Clayton Furniture 31Comfort & Style 48Garage DoorsAmazon Garage Doors 57Garden & Household ServicesGarden ServicesHillside Gardening 28K&M Jet Washing 29WOW Garden Design 28Gift ShopLovely Land 52Golf ClubTrue Fit Golf Ltd 52Hair & Beauty SalonShape 'N' Style 7Hair SalonTaylors 16Health ProductsNewlyn Healthcare Ltd 15Heating & Electrical EngineeringBlueshield Heating Care Ltd 37Home MaintenanceRG Homes & Gardens 28

Home WarehouseRaddon Court Warehouse 22HotelsForest Hills Hotel 52Indian RestaurantBombay 8 53Insurance ServicesNFU Mutual 17Interior DesignNamaste Interiors 25JewellersAaron Jewellers 16Neil & Barker 1,2,3Joinery & BuildingKen Leach Joinery & Building 21Kitchen & Bathroom FittersFlag Ship Kitchens 23LandscapingLandscape World 36Lawn TreatmentPremier Lawncare 31LocksmithsLock-It Security 30Martial ArtsMatt Fiddes 7Massage TherapistBodyparts Massage Therapy 7Motor ServicesBarkers Motors Limited 57Office SpaceFrodsham Business Centre 36PharmacyLunts Pharmacy 11PlastererRW Plastering 23PlumbingGasMarc 21Local Plumbing Cheshire 25Ringway Plumbing Supplies 5,35RS Heating & Plumbing 62Plumbing, Heating & ElectricalWoodhouse 47Print & Media SolutionsEverMedia 51RestaurantDelgado's 53RoofingA & E Roofing Services 23PCL Ltd 26Wallpaper & Paint ShopCheshire Wallpaper & Paint 43

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