Dear Civic Pride, Welcome to the slightly different Weekly Witterings. And as we move forwards into British Summer Time the turmoil of the past week is beginning to settle into a new state of normality. Learning to live at a different pace, restricting our activities and refocusing priorities. While Civic Pride has temporarily stopped outdoor […]
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Having listened to the PM’s speech last evening, it is apparent that CPR volunteers need to stay at home, leave the litter as it is and let nature temporarily take over the gardens. We’ve played a huge part in transforming Rawtenstall but the shops, cafes and bars which have also been integral to its regeneration […]
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Hello fellow volunteers The situation is changing daily, which makes it extremely difficult to plan more that a few hours ahead! However, please rest assured that the CPR Trustees and Exec Team are working hard behind the scenes with three fundamental goals: 1. To keep our volunteers safe 2. To ensure that our volunteers feel […]
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Dear Civic Pride, It’s official! We are full steam ahead for this year’s North West Britain in Bloom competition. Last Friday we were visited by Mr Roy Strong from the Royal Horticultural Society, who very kindly gave up his time to come and share his thoughts on our Rawtenstall bid for Gold. Our Project Leader, […]
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Dear Civic Pride, Wherever you are in Rossendale Valley, you’ll no doubt be aware that after a decade of stoical commitment, Chris Blomerley (finally) retired as our beloved Chair at the AGM* last Tuesday. Stepping into his welly boots is Roger Grimshaw, who immediately delegated the task of Weekly Witterings to yours truly. I really […]
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