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Post by hedgegrower on Sept 28, 2017 7:59:14 GMT
RIP Bob Murray.
The news has just come in that County Legend Bob Murray has sadly died .
It is so sad to report the passing of another County hero, and Bob was just that.
Born in Inverurie in April 1932, Bob, known to all and sundry as `Bobby' debuted for County against Halifax Town on 22 September 1952.
A stylish wing half, Bob became an automatic choice for the then `Lilywhites'.
Remarkably, Bob went on to make an amazing 226 consecutive league and Cup games for County between 1954 and 1959- a truly amazing run , ending up with a total of 495 appearances in County white, scoring 32 goals along the way.
Bob was a true County Legend, and will be sadly missed.
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Post by gazz on Sept 28, 2017 8:10:28 GMT
Very, very sad news, Hedge.
I remember when Thorpey broke his appearance record and thought what a great achievement that was.
My thoughts are with his family, friends, former colleagues and anyone lucky enough to have seen him play for us.
RIP 'Bobby'.
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Post by hedgegrower on Sept 28, 2017 8:49:36 GMT
Help the Hatters Re-affirm Support for the Players Fund !
At their business meeting last evening, Help the Hatters resolved unanimously to continue to support the Players Fund.
The Fund thus far stands at around £3k, which is the combination of the following:-
Regular Monthly Payments via standing order or paypal- a valued staple in the ongoing efforts to keep County afloat and the Manager supported.
Income via Pods inside Edgeley Park. Please support these with any change you might have making a hole in your pocket on match day.
Payments Direct to Treasurer Mike Hopper- whether it is the occasional donation , regular donation ,or the response to a major appeal, Mike is always ready to receive donations.
Income from the Bungalow on Match Day- this is another important income source as we draw useful contributions from.....
The 10% donation from takings over the bar at the Bung.
Sale of pies ( Fitzy confirms he has just doubled the order for the next match)
Football Cards
The above all help immensely, and Help the Hatters confirmed that the Bung remains central to their thinking going forward, and the intention to hold a clean up/ paint job session in the Bung was confirmed.
It was a massively busy meeting but , typically, Help the Hatters continued to support essential items to aid the Club .
Most notable amongst these were....
It was agreed to purchase a Mobile Defibrillator for the Academy .
Also agreed was the purchase of 18 sets of kit for the Academy.
Various items of equipment were needed by the team dealing with the upkeep of the pitch, we agreed to support these including a Line Marker to be used instead of the current one that has to be borrowed.
County Ball Boys, needed wet weather tops, and support of this was agreed also.
Lots of other stuff was discussed, including our continued efforts to support the County Museum, which continues to be central to our forward strategy, but the above is a sample of what went on.
Want to Help? Want to be added to the Help the Hatters Contact List?
Then email hedgegrower@gmail.com
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Post by hedgegrower on Sept 30, 2017 7:25:32 GMT
WoodStockport Fest- Rough Timings....
I hope Phil Robinson does not mind ,but I thought a glimpse at the rough timings for Sunday;s magnificent ( 4.30pm till late) gig at the Spinning Top would be good
4:30 Junction Paradise
5:30 Ashley Sherlock Band
7:15 Mutha Luvin Chimps
Dr Uke are pencilled in to to fill any gap... you know that I think the Chimps are excellent, but Junction Paradise are pretty good too, so not one to miss( and it's in support of the Guardian Account)
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Post by hedgegrower on Oct 1, 2017 13:44:05 GMT
For Anyone Going to FCUM on Tuesday. On match day, there is limited car parking at the ground. Supporters should NOT park on St Mary’s Road or Nuthurst Road and the streets off these 2 roads. There is secure parking for £3 at St Matthew’s RC High School, Nuthurst Road M40 0EW or on street parking is available on Lightbowne Road near to the ground entrance. Public Transport For those travelling by public transport there is comprehensive information at: www.fc-utd.co.uk/travel_hub.php |
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Post by hatter_in_macc on Oct 1, 2017 14:30:57 GMT
Thanks for sharing this, Hedgie. Will replicate it on the Match Thread, for ease of Heavenly reference.  |
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Post by hedgegrower on Oct 1, 2017 21:21:03 GMT
 Didn't Go to Tonights WoodStockport Fest at the Spinning Top? Then you missed out, as it was a belter, and massive thanks go to Mike at the ST for hosting and Phil Robinson who again did a top job as promoter raising a neat bit of dosh en route for the Guardian Account. It was on from 4.30 and when I arrived Dr Uke where in fine form and received an ace reception from a full house at the ST. Headliners Mutha Luvin Chimps topped a great line up with sets that had the place jumpin' mixing material from their excellent album `Life Love and Day Time TV' with their latest ` Unusual Suspects' and other stuff than went down a treat. Great stuff that...and its still going on....so nip on down to the ST ....THERE IS STILL TIME! And.....on Tuesday....the ST will relay the Imagine match commentary in the bar ,so why not pop in and listen along with other County fans! Image may contain: 1 person, on stage, playing a musical instrument and indoor Image may contain: 2 people, people on stage and people playing musical instruments |
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Post by hedgegrower on Oct 2, 2017 7:34:44 GMT
Fingerpost Fyer- FCUM
Leaves Finger :18.15/ Mercian Way 18.30
£8/ £5
Ring 07896 836757 to book
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Post by hedgegrower on Oct 2, 2017 11:33:00 GMT
All Clear Now.........as Help the Hatters complete another fairly heavy) EP Litter Pick.....  |
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Post by hedgegrower on Oct 2, 2017 12:43:38 GMT
If You Cannot Make it to Tuesday Night's Game......
Get down to the Spinning Top, where the ale ,as usual , is good, and landlord Mike Swann has arranged once more, to relay the match commentary from the speakers for County fans, and the 10% donation to the Guardian Account from takings applies.......
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Post by hedgegrower on Oct 5, 2017 14:06:56 GMT
Tonight & Monday.
You are cordially invited to join Help the Hatters on the following.....
Tonight....Thursday 5 October
In the Legends Lounge ( Museum ) we will be making up the goody bags for the Museum school visits.
We will also be engaged ,with Ralph, making the under construction new kitchen fit for purpose.
We start at 6pm in the Legends Lounge so if you have not managed a look at the Museum yet, here's a good chance to get a peek!
Monday 9 October
Please note, that for one week only, the Monday session will up-sticks to the Bungalow- there is no EPWP.
All welcome- meet at the Bung from 10 a.m.
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Post by hedgegrower on Oct 8, 2017 9:19:35 GMT
Just in....Andrew Machin's photos from County's game yesterday, added now as an excellent Additional Gallery...... hedgegrower.blogspot.com |
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Post by hedgegrower on Oct 11, 2017 7:50:28 GMT
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Post by hedgegrower on Oct 11, 2017 12:17:40 GMT
 Diaries out........ on Friday 3 November , Help the Hatters are staging a County Supporters Community Bonfire in the grounds of the Bungalow Club on Hardcastle Road. The event, a repeat of the highly successful one staged just 2 years ago at the same venue, is in support of Help the Hatters, the Supporters Cooperative and the Players Fund. In this respect the Cooperative is making a welcome donation to cover the costs of fireworks, and Help the Hatters organisational nous will undoubtedly ensure another stonkingly good....community event is enjoyed by all ! It starts from 6.............fireworks circa 7....kids disco inside around 8 Offers of help or firework donations to John Fitzpatrick please. See you there then ! |
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Post by hedgegrower on Oct 13, 2017 10:30:18 GMT
Bung Before the Game......
Just a reminder that Help the Hatters will be in the Bung from around 1 pm before tomorrow's game with Blyth Spartans.
The Players Fund will benefit from a 10% donation from sales pre match , and the usual Pods are inside the football ground for your donations.
Oh....and on Monday, from 10, we will be inside Edgeley Park cleaning up after Saturday's game.
You are very welcome to join us.
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