Runcorn & Widnes World Series - 13th February 2010
Three generations of a Widnes family celebrated the success of a long established optician this week.
Conlons marked its 63rd year in the town by donating more than £1,500 to Widnes charities.
Lesley Blackburn, aged 44, of Lindisfarne Court, her mum Marilyn Higginson, aged 63, of Spinney Avenue and her nan Dolly Higginson, aged 82, of Coronation Drive, are their longest serving customers.
Dolly, a customer for 63 years, said: "The staff are so helpful and always remember me when I walk through the door.
"It is a very personal service."
Conlons now employs seven staff and organised various events including parachute jumps and white water rafting to raise money for charity.