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Please mention Warrington South Local when responding to any adverts Nov & Dec 2011 | Warrington South Local 1

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What’s Inside This Issue?Local Groups and Events

Road Test of the New Audi A6Editorials of Local Businesses

Children’s Puzzle PageDelicious Pheasant Breast Recipe

And of course: Bursting With Local Businesses

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Congratulations go to Vivienne Carr who won our last competition (In our other mags)! Vivienne correctly spotted on which advert the symbol was hidden in and is now the proud winner of a £25 Marks & Spencer Gift Card.

WIN £50 CASH with this month’s competition: This pink jigsaw piece is hidden in the magazine somewhere! To enter, find which advert it is hidden on and let us know: 1. Your name 2. Your postcode 3. Your contact number 4. Which advert the symbol is hidden on!

Email us at [email protected] or call us on 01928 739607 to enter.

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Hello and a big, big welcome to the launch edition of Warrington South Local – your fab, free, independent & local magazine!

We’ve been producing Widnes Local and Runcorn Local for almost 3 years, going to over 20,000 homes around Halton and as we’re constantly being asked when we’re going to reach new areas we’re really excited to launch not one, but TWO new magazines! This one, Warrington South Local is going to 10,000 homes around Stockton Heath, Walton, Daresbury, Appleton & Stretton and the other, Warrington West is going to 10,000 homes around Great Sankey, Penketh, Westbrook & Callands! So in total, we now deliver directly (not left hanging about waiting to be picked up) through the letterboxes of over 40,000 homes and businesses – GUARANTEED.

So as you can see we come right through your letter box, we’re nice and glossy, we’ve got lots of interesting features, including recipes, puzzles, gardening and motoring articles, lots of community what’s on information and lots of local businesses and services! And we’ve got lots more planned for you over the coming months, including local writers and lots more what’s on info. Our community pages are completely free for local groups,

organisations and charities, so get emailing us and we’ll include it for you.

In this edition you’ll find a delicious recipe for Pheasant Breast on page 20. Definitely one to try. We’ve also got some super features on great local businesses including, Top Turnout, NYK Kitchens & Bedrooms and Specs2U.

What do you think of our fab front cover for our launch edition? If you’re a budding photographer, why not send us a local photo, and maybe we could use it?

If you’re a local business and want to reach potential customers from only £20(+vat) per month then why not give us a call for a no obligation chat – we don’t do any heavy sell, we don’t need to (and we’re not very good at it).

So hello again, and we just want to take this opportunity to wish you (maybe a bit early) a very Happy Christmas and a very Healthy and Properous New Year!

The Local Mags Team


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Get your emails organisedThe amount of online communications made by email continues to increase despite the impact of social media like Facebook and Twitter. Certainly, for business purposes email is an essential tool. Frequently, it’s the only way some people can be contacted, especially out of normal business hours. Emails can be legally binding in contract disputes and are certainly very helpful in resolving disagreements between customers and suppliers. But if you don’t keep your inbox in order, your emails can become a nightmare of missed communications, a tidal wave of spam and never being able to find the message that you’re looking for.

The first thing to consider is what email server to use. Online accounts with Hotmail, Yahoo, Gmail and the rest are easy to set up, usually free and you can access them from any computer anywhere. However, they have several limitations; you cannot send large files from them, they are prone to spam and it is easy to fill up the inbox. Also, having a Hotmail email address does not work wonders for the credibility of your business. It is better if possible to have your own domain and use it as an email portal, for instance

[email protected]. Whoever manages your domain will then provide as many email addresses as you require together with passwords and usernames. This lets you use software such as Windows Mail, Outlook, Mac OS X Mail or Linux Evolution to manage your mail, depending on your operating system.

Next you need to protect yourself against spam which can be a huge problem. An unprotected email account which has been in existence for a while can attract 100 spam messages a day, many of which may contain viruses. Outlook has built in Spam protection but you can download plenty of other software that does a very good job for a few pounds a year; it is daft not to.

Recently, one of my clients complained that he couldn’t receive email any more. I couldn’t find any problems with his account so I looked at his inbox and found over 1200 emails sitting in there, which was creating the problem. Most of them were spam, or marketing emails, or newsletters that would never be read; many of them were unopened. This is not an uncommon situation and solving it has nothing to do with IT; it is simply a matter

of good organisation. Create some appropriately named subfolders in your inbox, for example Misc, Enquiries, Clients and so on. Whenever you go to your inbox delete anything that is of no interest. Whatever is left should be dealt with as soon as possible and then archived in the appropriate subfolder. Make sure that you regularly empty your spam and deleted mail folders and, at the end of the day, your inbox should contain no more than 20 emails and all of these should be messages that have yet to be dealt with.

Should your computer be infected with a serious virus, the operating system may have to be re-installed and it will be very difficult to recover any emails from your mail client. For this reason it is important to backup whatever software you use on a regular basis. Online accounts are automatically backed up so you don’t need to worry about them, as are email accounts that run through a remote server. However, if you’re using an Email Client such as Outlook Express on your computer you will need to backup your data to an external drive on a regular basis. For instructions on how to do this go to Google and search on “backup Outlook Express” or whatever mail client you happen to be using. The process is really more straightforward than you might expect but, if you find it all too complicated, why not secure the services of your friendly neighbourhood IT consultant.

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Pheasant Breast with pancetta and Weston’s organic cider

With game well in season this makes a lovely warming dish to sustain you through those chilly autumn evenings. You can use any cider but I find Weston’s gives the best flavour.

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8 slices of pancetta•

500ml Westons organic •cider

200ml chicken stock•

100ml double cream •

2 shallots, sliced•

2 carrots, sliced•

1 small celeriac, thinly •sliced

Sprig of thyme•

Sea salt and Black pepper•

WHAT TO DOWrap each of the pheasant •breasts with 2 pieces of pancetta

Heat a thick bottomed oven •proof pan and seal the pheasant breasts on both sides.

Add the shallots, carrot, •celeriac and thyme to the pan and fry for another minute.

De-glaze the pan with the •cider, bring to the boil.

Once boiling, transfer the •pan into the oven, gas mark 6 or 200°C for 15 minutes or until the pheasant is cooked through.

Remove the pan from the •oven, take out the pheasant and keep warm.

Return the liquid to the •heat, add the stock and cream, reduce by a half and season.

Divide the pheasant •between 4 plates, pour over the sauce.

Serve with roasted potatoes •and steamed greens.

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Specs2U opened their Widnes branch in March 2009 has been going strong ever since. Due to the tremendous success of this branch, the team at Specs2U are extremely proud to announce the opening Specs2U Warrington!

ABOUT THE BUSINESSWith a combined experience of 61 years in the optical industry, the three directors of Specs2U (Mark, Tim and Ian) started out as a lens manufacturer and had two high street shops. After sell-ing the high street stores, they realised there was a real gap in the market for selling direct from the factory to the public. They now sell a large range of spec-tacles from basic to designer brands much cheaper than the high street opticians because they bypass the retailers and sell direct from the factory to the consumer.

WHAT DO THEY OFFER?If you have specialised lenses then do not worry: Specs2U have a huge range of lenses available since they have accounts with all the major lens suppliers such as Essilor, BBGR, Nikon, Kodak and Hoya etc. They also import lenses from around the world! Their manufacturing side of the business also specialises in

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You might be thinking that all of this great service would come with a hefty price tag, well you couldn’t be more wrong. With spectacles starting from just £20 (compare that to the average high street price of £60!), free parking and fantastic product and technical knowledge, there really is a great deal of value being offered at Specs2U.

If it’s not quite time for a new set of specs, then they offer repairs to anyone from nose pads and screws to soldering.

WHY NOT VISIT THEM?From the Comprehensive eye examinations by an experienced optometrist (both Private and NHS tests are available) through to designer frames and special-ized lenses, Specs2U offer it all! Why not go down to visit their new branch at 2 Clarendon Court, Winwick Quay, Warrington, WA2 8QP? There’ll be no gim-micks and no hard sell, just comfortable, relaxed advice and information – bring your friends and family too, they’ll be more than welcome.

PRAISEThe company also boasts that they get the vast majority of new customers by recommendation and with testimonials from happy customers like these, it’s easy to understand why:

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Audi A6It has always been a mystery to me why so many people lavish attention on the Audi A4, which I’ve never considered to be a particularly good car, while ignoring the A6, which is an excellent car. Anyway, perhaps the arrival of the latest version of the A6 might do something to reset the balance. That aside, it must also take on some stiff competition in the executive saloon sector from the BMW 5 series, the Mercedes E Class and, to a lesser extent, the newly facelifted Jaguar XF.

All its competitors excel in different things and, to its credit, the A6 is attempting to take them all on at the same time. The E Class sets the standard in technology, roominess and build quality; well, it used to. The array of kit available on the A6 is mind boggling. This is a car that you can drive along the motorway with your hands off the wheel and your feet off the pedals in perfect safety, thanks to lane assist and radar cruise control. While it is a few inches shorter than its predecessor, it has a longer wheelbase and the result is enough room to throw a party in both the front and the back – the boot is cavernous too.

The Jaguar is striking in appearance, particularly after the facelift, and has a lovely cabin. The new A6 looks like a scaled down version of the A8 luxury saloon; it is all sleek planes and curved roofline and the neat tail lights, trademark grill and LED running lights finish it off perfectly. This really is a very handsome car. Step inside and the Jaguar is decidedly outclassed. The sweeping dash is as classy as can be, the seats are supremely comfortable and the layout of the controls is an exercise in ergonomic perfection. The quality of materials, fit and finish is almost up there with Rolls Royce, better than any of its rivals. The amount of kit fitted as standard, even on the base SE model, is impressive too, with leather seats, dual zone climate control, satnav and variable suspension settings all thrown in with the list price.

Then there is the BMW to consider, the ultimate driving machine. Audi has both barrels of the shotgun to fire back at the boys from Munich. The body is made from aluminium and high tech steel which means it is lighter and stronger, in turn making it faster, more economical and more responsive to drive. Audi has also made its already

excellent engines even better. Interestingly, while there are three diesels available, there is only one petrol, a turbocharged 296bhp V6 which is fast but anything other than frugal. I tried the two litre 4 pot diesel which has been tweaked to produce 175bhp. This is an excellent engine, propelling this big car up to 62 in a very reasonable 8.7 seconds while still delivering a commendable 57mpg. It is also extremely refined. The ride, so long an Audi weak point, is remarkably good too, soaking up pretty much everything you throw at it, though the S Line sports pack is best avoided if you like your comfort. The handling is the one area where this car disappoints; the steering is lifeless and weights up randomly while the cornering, though safe and predictable, provides a pretty joyless experience.

The A6 is an excellent all-rounder, stylish and well built, spacious and well equipped, fast and yet frugal. Is it better than the 5 Series? I’m afraid not; the BMW does everything the Audi does but is also a hoot on a twisty back road. Somehow, though, I don’t think most buyers will agree with me and the A6 will sell like a hot cake.

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Jumble & Gems Sale@ Walton Lea Project – Garden Road, off Chester Road, Higher Walton WA4 6TB. Contact: Louise KinneyTel: 01925 860143

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Wheels for All - cycling for all abilitiesAt Victoria Park, Knutsford RoadContact: Iain at Cycling ProjectsTel: 01925 23421

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Christmas Crafts for ChildrenAt St John’s United Reformed Church, Wilderspool CausewayContact: Catherine on 01925 759687

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North Cheshire Wind Orchestra Christmas ConcertAt St John’s United Reformed Church, Wilderspool CausewayContact: Helen HarveyTel: 01925 264976

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Friendship Group At Westy Community Centre, LatchfordContact: Sarah WatsonTel: 01925 572072

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Woolston Wander WalkAt Woolston Neighbourhood Hub, Hall RoadContact: Bonnie EdwardsTel: 01925 241360

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Victoria Park Cycling GroupAt Victoria Park, Knutsford RoadContact: David UptonTel: 01925 572072

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OWCH Pain Support Group, support group for chronic pain, pain management programme.At Fearnhead Community Centre, Station Road South, PadgateContact: Rachel WorrallTel: 01925 240064

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Urban Footsteps – Dance for 11+At Pyramid, Palmyra Square SouthContact: KerryTel: 07412553869

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Isis Art GroupAt Pyramid, Palmyra Square SouthContact: Eileen [email protected]

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Warrington & District Arts Council has been set up to encourage involvement in the Arts and act as a co-ordinator and liaison point for local individuals and organisations. Meet once a month. For details of next open meeting, please contact the Secretary, Dr Michael Murphy 07730 567138 or [email protected]

Warrington Mental Health Forum meets at least every month and brings together people who are affected by mental stress. Open forum, all background and communities welcome. Come along to meet new people, gain new skills, hear from invited speakers and give feedback on the services.Contact: Sarah Brittlebank (Warrington Borough Council Community Engagement Team)Tel: 01925 458054 / 07824 509471

Warrington Care Centre provides information, help & support to carer in Warrington. Range of service includes caring with confidence, former carers’ support, counselling service, carers’ grant, please contact the centre for more information.The Bungalow, Garven Place, Sankey Street, WarringtonDrop-in opening time: Mon, Wed and Fri 10am – 2pmTel: 01925 644212Email: [email protected]

Visual Impaired People’s (VIP) Centre is the new home to the former Blind Society (Warrington, Widnes and District). The new centre will offer much of its existing programme and more.Fairfield and Howley Neighbourhood Project (Old Fairfield CE Primary School), Fairfield StreetContact: John Taylor Tel: 01925 632700

Radio Warrington is a Community Radio Station broadcasting on the internet from Warrington for Warrington. Local programmes presented by local volunteers, supporting all local charities, bands and sports, playing a massive selection of songs and specialist shows. No advert and more music. www.radiowarrington.co.uk

Warrington Photographic Society exists to promote interest among its members in all photographic matters including digital working. The Society has a varied winter programme of activities, mainly lectures with prints, transparencies or digital, practical technique demonstrations, and club competition evenings.Meet every Tuesday at The Quays Community Centre, Thelwall New Road at 7.30pm

The John Holt Cancer Support Foundation Warrington is a local voluntary charity, working alongside health professionals, to provide information and support service for anyone, patient, carer, family or friend who has been affected by cancer in any way.15 Palmyra Square South, Warrington WA1 1BLOpening Times: Mon-Sat 10am–4pm, Mon Evening 7-9pmHelp Line: 01925 242880 Office: 01925 240054

Warrington Families Information Service offers information, advice and guidance for the support of children, young people and families of Warrington. They operate a telephone helpline service which is staffed from 9am – 5pm Mon to Friday. Plenty of information on their website.Tel: 01925 443131http://www.warringtonchildren.org

Planet Blue Youth Club is a drop-in youth club for young people, meet weekly at The Peace Centre, Peace Drive, Great Sankey. For disabled people, up to age 25 welcome. A chance for all to interact, make friends, have fun and socialise. Contact: Rachel Hanlon Tel: 01925 240064

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Doctors NumbersNHS Direct (24hr Helpline) 0845 46 47

Causeway Medical Centre 01925 630282166-170 Wilderspool Causeway Warrington WA4 6QA

Stockton Heath Medical Centre 01925 604427The Forge London Road Stockton Heath WA4 6HJ

Latchford Medical Centre 01925 637508 5 Thelwall Lane Latchford Warrington WA4 1LJ

The Medical Centre 01925 417247Folly Lane Bewsey Warrington WA5 0LU

301 Westbrook Centre 01925 654152 Westbrook Warrington WA5 5FU

Penketh Medical Centre 01925 725644Honiton Way Penketh Warrington WA5 2EY

Guardian Medical Centre 01925 650226Guardian Street Warrington WA5 1UD

Hood Manor Surgery 01925 571858Winstanley Close Surgery 31 Winstanley Close Great Sankey Warrington WA5 1XR

Warrington GP Health Centre 01925 39854530 Sankey Street Golden Square Warrington WA1 1TD

Warrington MPsHelen Jones MP (Labour) Warrington NorthHouse of Commons London SW1A 0AATel: 01925 232480 Fax: 01925 232239 Email: [email protected]

David Mowat MP (Conservative) Warrington SouthHouse of Commons London SW1A 0AA Tel: 0207 219 7178 Fax: 0207 219 5067 Email: [email protected]

Council NumberWarrington Borough Council 01925 443322

Local VetsFour Paws Veterinary Clinic Lingley Road, Great Sankey WA5 3ND 01925 723966

Johnson & Wood 7 Green St, Warrington WA5 1TW 01925 413106

Beech House Veterinary Centre Wilderspool C’way WA4 6OP 01925 445 500

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Appleton Thorn Primary School 01925 266764Bradshaw Community Primary School

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Bridgewater High School Upper School - 01925 263814Lower School -

01925 263919Broomfields Junior School 01925 265297Cardinal Newman Catholic High School

01925 635556

Grappenhall Hall School 01925 263895Grappenhall Heys Community Primary School

01925 212540

Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CE Pri-mary School

01925 262721

Latchford St James CE Primary School

01925 634967

Our Lady's Catholic Primary School 01925 633270Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School

01925 636414

St Augustine's Catholic Primary School

01925 633317

St Monica's Catholic Primary School

01925 267609

Stockton Heath Primary School 01925 215640Stretton St Matthew's CE Primary School

01925 730371

The Cobbs Infant School 01925 264616Thelwall Community Infant School 01925 267172Thelwall Community Junior School 01925 263365 School Term TimesAutumn Term 201131st October 2011 – 16th December 2011: Xmas 19th Dec – 2nd Jan 2012 Spring Term 20113rd January – 10th February: Half Term 13th – 17th Feb 20th February – 30th March: Easter 2nd -13th AprSummer Term 201116th April – 4th May *Bank Holiday 7th May8th May – 1st June: Half Term 4th-8th June (in 4th&5th as Bank Hols)11th June – 20th July: Summer 23rd July -

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