Ashes build for future
SALTASH United FC have started planning and building for the future by forging links with Saltash Youth soccer club.
It was announced by United spokeswoman Marian Gammage that work is in progress for the youth set-ups of Saltash United Juniors and Saltash Youth to come under the wing of the senior side.
It is hoped that this will enable young players to take a route into adult football, helping them eventually to take part in both the East Cornwall Premier League and the Carlsberg South Western League.
Players from the Carlsberg and East Cornwall leagues could also take coaching sessions with the youngsters in the town.
Mrs Gammage added that all three communities are keen to foster the working relationship which will benefit the youth of Saltash and the surrounding area.
The Ashes, like many teams in the Westcountry, are looking for youth teams to supply their first team squad, and in creating the links, Saltash will have 20 youth sides in the club.
United have contacted the FA and chief executive Adam Crozier has replied saying that an FA representative will be at the next meeting, in middle to late September.
The club have also spoken to the Cornwall County FA, to get their support on the project.
It is hoped that before first and second team games at Kimberley Stadium, youth matches will be played, giving supporters the chance to watch the development of the younger players.
Fun dog show
TREMATON Hall, near Saltash, will be the home to a croquet tournament and fun dog show this Sunday, (September 2).
There will be a variety of classes at the show including Musical Sits, most obedient dog and best junior handler. The day will also include races and best fancy dressed dog.
All classes start at 2 15pm, with registration for the croquet from 2 pm. Both events cost £1 to enter. Added entertainments include a bring and buy stall, Bridget Hawker's plant stall and children's games.
All proceeds will go to the Woodside Animal Welfare Trust and The Side Saddle Association. For more information call (01752) 842351.
River trip success
SALTASH Partnership's first river trip was a huge success with a full boat and a warm evening.
The trip to Calstock included members of the Partnership, town councillors, and the Mayor and deputy mayor of Saltash, Eve Storey and Joyce Mepsted.
On the return journey, Louise Cox, who has been the partnership's project officer since 1999, was presented with a bouquet of flowers and a vase, engraved with a Partnership logo. Louise has now finished her role within the partnership, but will continue to work within the region with Groundwork Trust.
On shore at Calstock, the Partnership looked at the regeneration layout by the river, complete with a play area for children with a wooden galleon.
Proceeds from the trip were for Partnership funds.
Mayor opens SHADO fete
MAYOR of Saltash, Eve Storey, was welcomed to the annual summer fete of Saltash Handicapped and Disabled Organisation on Wednesday by chairman Elsie Edgecombe. The mayor opened the fete and was presented with a basket of fruit by Elsie. Stalls included fancy goods, cakes, bric-a-brac and tea was also served. Proceeds were for general funds.
Choir concert
Rame Peninsula Male Voice Choir, as guests of Saltash Male Voice Choir, will be in concert at Wesley Church this Saturday (September 1) at 7.30pm. Tickets are £3 on the door.
Evangelist
WELL known South West evangelist, Rev Donald Double will be preaching at Saltash New Life church this Sunday (September 2). The service begins at 11 am.