Freemasons launch “Tech for Good” scheme
Some of the donated devices ready for refurbishment Following the recent Urgent Appeal for Computer Equipmentfor young people who are missing out on online learning due to a lack of equipment. Martin Ross, Rochdale District Freemasons Communications Officer, set...
OBE for Derek Calrow
An Amazing “OBE” for retired stockbroker and tireless charity funder Derek Calrow in the Queen's New Years Honours List Derek Calrow, 79, who lives in Bromley Cross, has brought some refreshing positive news to the District of Bury. Derek has worked tirelessly and...
Support the ELMC with our New Branded Face Masks!
ELMC are proud to introduce their own brand of cloth face masks for use during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing the perfect means of keeping safe and showing support for the Provincial charity through these difficult times. The first batch of masks were scooped up by...
Dennis Heskett celebrates a Socially Distant 50th year in Freemasonry
The District has taken much pleasure in making a small presentation to another of our worthy 2020 50th anniversary celebrants, to show that although we haven’t been able to hold their full celebration yet, we certainly haven’t forgotten their service to the District...
District Quizzes Support ELMC and Local Foodbanks
Throughout the Summer many East Ribble Freemasons, family and friends attended five District quizzes and in the process of socialising, quizzing and having a right good laugh, raised the amazing sum of £1,200 for distribution to the ELMC and five local foodbanks....
EAST RIBBLE DISTRICT DONATION TO HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
Each year East Ribble District Freemasons hold a Christmas Carol Service at Holy Trinity Church in Oswaldtwistle. This is usually a well attended and enjoyable event. Sadly, due to the pandemic this year the event cannot be held. Holy Trinity Church is a...
Freemasons Charity in the Community at Springhill Hospice
Doug Smith presents Julie Halliwell with a cheque for £1880 for the East Lancashire Masonic Charity. Also pictured: Sam Wells, Springhill Hospice and John Taylor, District Charity Steward On Friday 11th December, Rochdale District Freemason’s Chairman Doug Smith...
Lodge Mentor and LMO Event
On Tuesday 15th December more than 40 guests, including the Northern Area APGM, WBro Alan Kirwilliam, attended the latest East Ribble District Lodge Mentor and LMO Event when WBro Andrew Taylor gave a fascinating insight into many aspects of almost 22 years...
East Ribble District Supporting Christmas Festivities at Hewlett Court
East Ribble District Freemasons recently donation £200 to the Hewlett Court Comforts Fund for Christmas Drinks for the residents. Hewlett Court is a sheltered housing facility provided by the East Lancashire Masonic Charity and is situated in Holcombe Brook near Bury....
Tameside Young Carers
Christmas has come early for some of the Young Carers in Tameside this year. Just under 500 children will receive a Selection Box in the hope that this small gift will boost their morale. The group was started some ten years ago at their base at Hyde Community Centre....
District Presentation to WBro Bryan Pemberton for 50 years in Freemasonry
The District has taken much pleasure in making a small presentation to another one of our worthy 2020 50th anniversary celebrants, to show that although we haven't been able to hold their full celebration yet, we certainly haven't forgotten their service to their...
TLC Update from Bury District
Charity Steward, David Brown, of the Earl of Lathom and Bury Lodge of Relief, has visited the Children's Outpatients Department at Fairfield Hospital to deliver ELMC/TLC Teddies. Nurses Angela and Diane were delighted to receive them. Angela said, 'It was lovely to...
Hair Today… Gone Tomorrow…
As Chairman of ELMC’s Fundraising Committee, Steve Thomson is taking an unusual step to remain proactive during this extensive period of lockdown & social distancing. He is planning to raise money for ELMC by asking for sponsorship as he braves the challenge of...
East Ribble District’s ongoing support of the Hospice drinks trolley
East Ribble District Freemasons recently donated £350 to East Lancashire Hospice as part of it’s ongoing support of the East Lancashire Hospice Drinks Trolley. Alcohol can be very good for patients in therapy and East Ribble Freemasons always try to make sure the...
£57k ELPREM SUPPORT PACKAGE FOR MASONIC CENTRES
The Directors of “East Lancashire Premises” (ELPREM) working with the Provincial Grand Superintendent of Works, having reviewed various risk assessments and recognising the expenses necessary to make Masonic Centres compliant with current Covid-19 Government Guidance...
Bolton mentoring project will turn around the lives of local young people thanks to East Lancashire Freemasons
One hundred young boys and girls from disadvantaged backgrounds in Bolton will have the chance to get the help and support they need, thanks to a grant of £40,000 from East Lancashire Freemasons to the Bolton Lads & Girls Club (BLGC). The grant will fund the BLGC...