Anecdotes about his boyhood on farms in Ponteland and Great Smeaton were included in member Gordon's talk to the club this week. A tapestry of carefully-portrayed characters from very helpful policemen to rather strict uncles together with humorous situations were described with wit and warmth.
Youth Volunteering Awards were presented last night to young people from the area. The major prizewinners were Alzheimer's Society helper David Alderson, scout Jason Thompson and sports enthusiast Amy Ellerker. Other prizewinners included Daniel Raper, James Wolfenden, Laurie Edwards, Harry Pilling and Hayley Webster.
Names are needed as soon as possible of those wishing to help with car parking on Golf Day.
Prizes are required for the
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