Civic ball raises £2,200

Councillor Alma McInnes, Saddleworth Parish Council chairman, and her consort, Councillor Ian McInnes (left), at the ball with the Mayor and Mayoress of Oldham, Councillor Jim McArdle and Councillor Kay Knox

REVELLERS at Saddleworth Parish Council’s annual civic ball raised a huge £2,200 for charity.

The event, at Uppermill Civic Hall, attracted 190 people, and parish council chairman, Councillor Alma McInnes, described it as “a huge success.”

Supporters enjoyed a meal and dancing, and bid for a painting by local artist David Ford during the ball — the 36th since it was first held in 1975.

Proceeds will go to the chairman’s charity.

Councillor McInnes added: “It was a good evening, and I thank everyone who attended for making it such a success.”