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Before the marchers set off to the top of the moor they were addressed by TV star and environmentalist Dr David Bellamy . "Windfarms are weapons of mass destruction," he told the 400-strong crowd. "They ruin people's lives, destroy the countryside and harm wildlife. "It beggar's belief that certain members of the green movement have bought into it. People just don't want them." READ MORE: It started with a community in uproar and ended with the landscape changing forever, but now this saga has a new chapter Dr Bellamy was speaking more than 20 years ago at a protest against £50m plans to build England's biggest onshore windfarm at Scout Moor , on the hills above Rochdale and Bury . Developers United Utilities and Peel Holdings said the 26, 100m high turbines, would provide clean for energy for thousands of homes. But the late Dr Bellamy and the marchers were adamant the damage to the unspoilt moor and harm to wildlife wasn't a worthwhile trade. And they weren't alone. There was widespread and significant opposition to the plans. Rochdale, Rossendale and Lancashire councils all submitted formal objections, while of hundreds of people signed petitions and attended public meetings. But ultimately their efforts failed. Scout Moor windfarm (Image: Jason Roberts /Manchester Evening News) Following a long, drawn-out planning process, the developers won, the turbines were built and the landscape changed forever. Now, more than two decades after the plans were first raised, developers are coming back for more. Cubico Sustainable Investments wants to almost double the size of the windfarm, by adding another 21 turbines . It says that Scout Moor II, as the proposal has been dubbed, would create England's biggest windfarm and could generate enough clean electricity to power over 100,000 homes. We now have a greater awareness of the climate crisis and wind turbine technology has improved significantly since the early 2000s. But for many of the original protesters the passage of time hasn't changed their views. Jane Gartside, a former councillor in Rochdale said: "There are lots of people who accept they are there. They're just a fact of life. "But I'm against the expansion just like I was against the original plans. Now these new ones are much bigger. It will be overwhelming." Christine McHugh, of Rochdale-based horticultural group Norden In Bloom, said: "The new turbines are bigger, so how deep are they going to have to dig? All that peat is going to have to come out and then there's the roads that will have to be built. "I just don't think it's that eco-friendly. There are a lot of questions to be asked." The expansion plans come after the new Labour government lifted a de facto ban on new onshore windfarms that had been in place since 2015. The move was warmly welcomed by many environmental groups. Mike Childs, the head of science, policy and research at Friends of the Earth, said: "In April, research by Friends of the Earth found that utilising less than 3% of land in England for onshore wind and solar could produce 13 times more clean energy that now generated – enough to power all households in England twice over. By harnessing the country's vast renewable power potential, the new government is staking its claim as a global leader in the green energy transition." Scout Moor windfarm could almost double in size if the plans get the go-ahead (Image: Copyright Unknown) But many local campaigners remain unconvinced. Nigel Morrell, chair of Norden Area Forum, said Scout Moor II's effect on the landscape would be 'seismic'. He added: "It is difficult at this early stage to assess the effects of this scheme. However the intention of the developers is clear. They are seeing to push ahead with the largest onshore wind farm in the country, using turbines which are far larger than existing ones spread over a far larger footprint than the present scheme. "The effect on the landscape and built heritage is likely to be seismic. Cubico's stated commitment to consult widely and thoroughly is welcome. However, there are real concerns that, even at this early stage that a number of residents and groups with concerns, throughout the area, have not received the initial communications concerning these proposals, which would allow them to engage in the process. "In common with all large projects of this type the devil will be in the detail. Until the specifics of footprint, positioning of turbines, community wealth funds, peatland restoration, and provision for the commoners, have been resolved it is difficult for anyone to reach conclusions about the benefits, or otherwise, of this proposal." John Pinder's butty van looks out over the windfarm (Image: Jason Roberts /Manchester Evening News) Others, though, have a different take. John Pinder runs the long-standing butty van in the lay-by on Edenfield Road, opposite the main path up to the windfarm. He said: "I love them. I don't like nuclear power and I don't think the turbines look that bad on the skyline. I'm all for for it. "A lot of people go up there just to look at them or sit up there and read a book. But there are a lot of NIMBYs - they just don't want it in their area. But you've got to move with the times." Ellen Bell, assistant manager at Owd Betts pub, is equally positive. "They bring people up here," she said. "We get people from all over who come to walk up to the turbines and then they come in here. "I think they look beautiful when they're turning. It's good for us and it's good for the environment." A few yards away Terry, of Edenfield, is parked up waiting for his sandwich order. He said: "Where we live you can only see two of the turbines. They've been there nearly 20 years now and we've never had any noise, that I've heard. "There was a lot of fuss when they first went up, but it soon died down. I wouldn't want one in my back garden, but I don't think there's any real local animosity to them." James Pinney, head of Northern Europe at Cubico, added: "We're excited about the opportunity for Scout Moor II to play a key role in helping the UK achieve its net zero ambitions and enhance the North West's position as a national hub for clean energy generation. “As we progress, we’re looking forward to engaging with local communities and ensuring their participation helps shape a project that leaves positive social, economic and environmental benefits for all."

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Oregon already secured its spot in the Big Ten championship game, but the top-ranked Ducks have plenty to play for in their regular-season finale. Revenge may be on Oregon's mind when the Ducks host longtime rival Washington on Saturday in Eugene, Ore. Oregon (11-0, 8-0 Big Ten) would perhaps be closing in on its second straight College Football Playoff appearance had the Huskies (6-5, 4-4) not dealt the Ducks their only two losses last season. Washington edged Oregon 36-33 in Seattle last October, then slipped past the Ducks 34-31 in the Pac-12 title game to secure a playoff spot for the second time in school history. Both teams joined the Big Ten in August. Third-year Oregon head coach Dan Lanning is 33-5 leading the Ducks. But he remains winless against the Huskies (0-3). Oregon plots to sprint out of its late-season bye after using time to heal injuries, but Lanning doesn't believe the break should stall the flow of an undefeated season. "It's always about what we're able to do on the field. Motivation is overrated," Lanning said. "Our guys have to want to go out there and execute at a really high level. Since the beginning of the season we've talked about playing our best football at the end of November. We're there. This is our opportunity to go play our best football against a good team." The Ducks could have star wide receiver Tez Johnson back from a shoulder injury this week. Johnson has missed the past two games. That would be good news for quarterback Dillon Gabriel, who would regain the team's leader in receptions (64), receiving yards (649) and receiving touchdowns (eight). Washington, under first-year head coach Jedd Fisch, is 63-48-5 all-time against Oregon but is just 1-12-1 when facing the No. 1-ranked team in the country. The Huskies are led on offense by running back Jonah Coleman, who has racked up 1,008 yards and nine scores on the ground this season. Coleman averages 5.8 yards per carry and has 36 runs of at least 10 yards. In the passing game, wide receiver Denzel Boston is tied for the Big Ten lead with nine in touchdown catches and ranks sixth in the conference with 764 receiving yards. Whom Boston will be catching passes from is not yet known, however. Washington has not revealed whether Will Rogers or Demond Williams Jr. will start at quarterback. Rogers has started every game for the Huskies but was benched in favor of Williams two weeks ago after throwing a pair of interceptions in a 31-19 win over UCLA. Fisch said he has a "good idea" of how he will use his quarterbacks on Saturday, and while he wouldn't go as far as to name a starter, he did say Rogers responded well in practices last week. "On the same token, Demond's energy and Demond's confidence showed up. His ability to jump right in and feel really good about leading the group whenever it was his turn... he did a really nice job there as well," Fisch told Seattle Sports. "I think both guys responded well to the week of practice, and now, really, it's important for us that the guy we believe will start the game gets a significant amount of reps in practice week. But as you know, we're not afraid to play two quarterbacks." --Field Level Media

What Snoop wants: Arizona Bowl gives NIL opportunities to players for Colorado State, Miami (Ohio)'We can take a lot of confidence from that' - McKenna on 1-0 loss at ArsenalPEMBROKE — An antique 18th-century wooden writing desk that once belonged to state Rep. Hamilton McMillan will soon be on display at the Museum of the Southeast American Indian on the campus of the institution he helped establish in 1887. McMillan was instrumental in founding the Croatan Normal School — known today at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke — sponsoring legislation to create a school to train American Indian teachers. The vintage Civil War-era furniture was gifted to the university by the family of E.H. Alexander Jr. — a great-grandson of McMillan and a 1967 graduate of UNCP. “It is remarkable that we have a piece of history that relates to Hamilton from so far back,” said Nancy Chavis, director of the Museum of the Southeast American Indian. “This type of gift to the museum makes history come alive,” Chavis said. “And it enlightens our work because it provides that touch point from the past. To think, Hamilton McMillan sat at this desk and, perhaps, this was a place where he was thinking about things that ultimately resulted in the creation of this university.” The desk, believed to date to the late 1850s, had been preserved for decades in Red Springs at the home of Alexander. McMillan, a Civil War veteran, educator and lawyer, lived in Red Springs while serving Robeson County in the North Carolina General Assembly from 1885 to 1887. He will forever be linked with the institution’s founders––Isaac Brayboy, James E. Dial Sr., Preston Locklear, W.L. Moore, James “Big Jim” Oxendine, John J. Oxendine and Olin Oxendine––for securing $500 to help establish the school. Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings attended a ceremony at the museum to thank the family for their generosity. “I can’t overstate the significance of having this piece of Hamilton McMillan’s history here at the university’s museum,” Cummings said. “I admire Hamilton for his pivotal role in our university’s founding, helping shape it into the institution it is today. Our seven American Indian founders had the vision and determination, but in 1887, it was Hamilton’s advocacy, and support brought their vision to life.” A life-size bronze statue of McMillan has been a fixture on campus for decades since it was unveiled during the centennial celebration on March 5, 1987. It was restored and rededicated during Founders Day in 2019. It sits in front of Old Main, which houses the museum. Several of McMillan’s archival documents, including the original legislation, are part of the museum collection. “Having this piece of history here and marrying it with the original legislation for the Croatan Indian Normal School, along with a few personal effects of his, is powerful,” Chavis said. “This is a great addition to our collection.” Johnny Robertson, a longtime friend of Alexander who helped facilitate the gift, was thrilled to learn the desk will be displayed on campus, considering McMillan’s historic ties to UNCP. “This is a piece of our local history that needs to be preserved and appreciated and enjoyed by a broader audience,” Robertson said. “It’s a tangible part of our history. It’s what not only gives Red Springs a connection to UNCP but also gives us all a connection to our historic past. About UNC Pembroke Established in 1887 as a normal school to train American Indian teachers, UNC Pembroke today has an enrollment of 7,676 in 41 undergraduate and 18 graduate programs. UNCP is a constituent institution of The University of North Carolina System. For more information, contact Mark Locklear, Public Communications Specialist with University Communications and Marketing, via email (mark.locklear@uncp.edu) or by phone (910.521.6351). Connect with UNC Pembroke on social media or online at uncp.edu to learn how the university is changing lives through education. Mark Locklear is a public Communications Specialist with University Communications & Marketing. Reach him by email at mark.locklear@uncp.edu.