http://www.conlons.co.ukRSS Feed of all Conlons Blog PostsRSSviaXmlTextWriter v1.0en-gbhttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog   A FORMBY optician has set out to Ghana to help villagers in need of eye care. Alice Joyce, from Conlons Opticians, will set up a new glazing workshop and visit a number of villages on behalf of charity Eye Aid for Africa in her two week trip. Conlons has donated two complete sets of glazing equipment and ZEISS has donated 2,000 lenses to be used for glasses for people in the central region of Ghana. The optometrist - along with colleagues from other north west Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog   A MEMBER of staff from a Leigh opticians has received a 'Long Service Award' for her time and dedication to the company. Marilyn Amos was presented with the award at the company's annual awards ceremony, held at the Pott Shrigley Hotel in Cheshire, by the Chairman Mr Mike Barton. He said: "Marilyn has proved that her positive attitude and tight controls are a winning formula for success. "Over the last 15 years Marilyn has consistently provided a top level of sWed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog   FORMBY-BASED Conlons Opticians has teamed up with primary schools to help teach youngsters how to look after their eyes. The scheme involves optical advisers visiting primary schools to talk to children about how eye works, both in humans and animals and how important it is to look after them. They get quizzed on all things to do with eyes, as well as entering a colouring competition to win some designer sunglasses. Formby branch manager Nicole Bentham commented: "Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog   A BARROW optician is set to travel to Africa with a team of eye experts to help tackle blindness. Ian Hechle from Conlons Opticians in Dalton Road will travel to Ghana this month on behalf of the Eye Aid for Africa charity to launch a new glazing workshop and visit a host of villages to offer help to those in need of eyecare. Conlons donated two complete sets of glazing equipment and manufacturer Zeiss has donated 2,000 lenses to be used for the glasses. DuringThu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog   A DEESIDE optician who has spent 20 years helping customers see clearly has been given a special award.   Helen Ferguson, 44, of Shotton, has worked at Conlons Opticians in the town for over two decades.   She was presented with a long service award to mark the milestone during the company's recent annual awards ceremony at Shrigley Hall Hotel near Macclesfield.   Conlons Opticians chairman Mike Barton said: "Helen has proved that her positive aMon, 02 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog The assistant manager at a Barrow opticians has received an award after clocking up 20 years in the job. Lisa Kassell, who works at Conlons Opticians in Barrow, was presented with a long service award at the company's annual awards ceremony held in Cheshire. Mrs Kassell, who has worked at Conlons since she was 17, received her award from the company's chairman, Mike Barton. Mr Barton said: "Lisa has proved that her positive attitude and tight controls are a winning formula for succeFri, 30 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog   Janet Whitfield from Conlons Opticians in Morecambe is pictured here receiving a 'Long Service Award' for her time and dedication to Conlons opticians. The award was presented at the companies Annual Awards Ceremony held at the Barcelo hotel in Macclesfield by the Chairman Mr Mike Barton Conlons Chairman Mike Barton comments: "Janet has proved that her positive attitude and tight controls are a winning formula for success. Over the last 20 years she has consistently pMon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog Starting 5th November 2011, Liverpool will be the host to the most magical christmas celebrations ever. Conlons, being a Liverpool based company since 1882, whole-heartedly support this bid. 4 November 2011 - 29 January 2012 Alice in Wonderland at Tate Liverpool, Albert Dock Alice in Wonderland at Tate Liverpool is the first exhibition of its kind to explore how Lewis Carroll's stories have influenced the visual arts, inspiring generations of artists. The exhibition will proviTue, 08 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog As a new part of the health care package when attending a sight test, Conlons have introduced hearing screening for anyone who wishes to have a basic assessment of their hearing prior to their eye test. It is a very simple procedure that takes less than a minute to perform. You listen to a series of beeps, first with one ear and then the other - it’s that easy! Each ear is tested separately and the results are explained. If any hearing loss is detectedTue, 04 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog For more than 160 years, developments and technologies from Carl Zeiss have played their part in constantly improving the world of Vision. This leading edge innovation is also reflected in each and every ZEISS lens, making it so distinctive and comfortable to wear. From telescopes to microscopes right up to leading edge camera technology, much of the experience gained in the development of these products is also used in the production of ZEISS precision&nbspThu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/07/2011/Conlons-welcomes-customers-from-T-J--Hughes-Opticians-in-Liverpool- T.J. Hughes opticians of Liverpool has unfortunately ceased trading (July, 2011). All patient records from T.J. Hughes have now being passed to Conlons Opticians and Hearing Care of Liverpool . If you previously had your eyes tested at TJ Hughes , your record cards now have a new home at our superb modern practice at 11-13 Ranelagh Street where you can continue to receive a top quality eye care service. Conlons in Liverpool has a strong professional team with over 125 years’ experience between Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/07/2011/Conlons-welcomes-customers-from-Direct-Optik-in-Wigan Direct Optik opticians in Wigan has unfortunately ceased trading (April, 2011).  All patient records from this business have now being passed to Conlons Opticians and Hearing Care of Wigan. If you previously had your eyes tested at Direct Optik Wigan, your record cards now have a new home at our superb modern practice at 9-11 Makinsons Arcade where you can continue to receive a top quality eye care service. To book your eye test call 01942 248628 today. We look forward to seeing Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/05/2011/Calling-all-secondary-school-teachersCalling all secondary school teachers (and students taking their GCSE or A’ Level options)Conlons Opticians is now accredited as a “Living Life in a New Dimension” workshop provider with three “ambassadors” trained and ready to deliver the workshop style lessons in secondary schools in your area.  The fast-paced workshop uses the principles of 3D as a springboard and students learn about illusions, light and sight in a fun, supportive and engaging environment.  They then watch a speciaThu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/03/2011/Silicone-as-Standard-for-Contact-Lenses Conlons is leading the market in Contact Lenses by offering Silicone Hydrogel Contact Lenses (Mirage Synergy) as standard. These lenses are widely considered to offer the very best in eye health, and also improved comfort for Contact lenses wearers. Mirage Synergy lenses are made from an advanced contact lens material which allows more oxygen through to the eye promoting healthier, whiter eyes.   Conlons Contact Lens Opticians and members of staff from their Wigan branch recently visitThu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/03/2011/Conlons-visits-Ormskirk-schoolsCONLONS Opticians have been visiting schools around Ormskirk to teach children about their eyes.Explaining how the eye works, the lessons aim to make pupils understand the importance of telling their parents if they think they are having problems with their sight.The opticians also hope to raise awareness among parents that eye tests are free for under-16s.Lynne Cross, branch manager at the Aughton Street-based clinic has visited several primary schools so far.She said: “We do a presentation runThu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2011/Nahidur-eyes-up-top-prizeChildren at primary schools in Tameside learnt a lesson about their eyes.Staff from Conlons opticians in Ashton visited local primary school to tell youngsters how eyes work in humans and animals.After learning about the importance of caring for their eyes, the children were invited to enter a drawing competition with the winner, year three pupil Nahidur Rahman of West End primary, picking up the first prize of a pair of designer sunglasses.Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2011/Conlons-duo-deliver-specs-to-GhanaTwo key members of Conlons staff recently returned from Ghana where they took 800 pairs, or £10,000 worth of spectacles that Conlons, with the help of Shamir who supplied the lenses, donated to the charity Eye Aid Africa. During the one-week trip, optometrist Alice Joyce from the Formby branch and Ian Hechle, branch manager and dispensing optician from Conlons in Barrow, performed more than 1,000 sight tests and helped to distribute more than 1,500 pairs of spectacles. Alice and Ian travellTue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/01/2011/Pupil-picks-up-prize-for-designAn Optician's has teamed up with primary schools to teach children how to look after their eyes.Optical advisors from Conlons Optician's in Shotton are visiting schools to talk to children about how eyes work, and how important it is to look after them.Maijella Walsh, branch manager of the Chester Road West shop said: "Young children are taught many things at school, from internet safety to how to brush their teeth, but many don't know how important it is to look after their eyes and to have regTue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/12/2010/Eye-Aid-AfricaTwo Conlons practitioners have recently returned from Ghana where they worked as part of a team providing eye care for Eye Aid Africa. They took with them 800 pairs of glasses donated by Conlons, with lenses supplied by Shamir. During the one-week trip optometrist Alice Joyce from Conlons Formby and Ian Hechle, branch manager and dispensing optician from Conlons in Barrow, helped the team to perform more than 1,000 eye tests and distribute more than 1,500 pairs of glasses.Fri, 10 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/12/2010/Extra-eye-help-for-GhanaSTAFF at an opticians have launched a scheme to send £9,000 worth of new glasses to Africa for Christmas.Conlons, in Kendal, has teamed up with customers to supply new specs to some of the poorest people in Ghana. For every pair of spectacles customers buy at the store they will receive two free pairs - one pair to keep and the other donated to eye care in Africa. Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/11/2010/Customers-help-to-send-glasses-to-GhanaCONLONS opticians in Penrith is teaming up with its customers to help supply new glasses to some of the poorest people in Ghana.For every pair of spectacles Conlons cusomters buy they receive two free pairs. One pair is donated to helping improve eye care in Africa and the other is for the customers to keep.Customers will fill in a card with their name and a short message which they will put in the box of the glasses to be sent to Ghana.Eye Aid Africa is a specialist charity set up by a team of Sat, 27 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/11/2010/Eyecare-boost-is-in-sightAn OPTICIANS in Dumfries is teaming up with customers to help supply new glasses to some of the poorest people in Ghana.Under the promotion - launched last week - for every pair of specs Conlons customers buy they receive two free pairs. One is donated to helping improve eye care in Africa, and the other is kept by the customer.Customers fill in a card containing their name and short message which will then be put into the box of the glasses that are to be sent out to Ghana.Branch manager AWed, 24 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/11/2010/Isobel-s-poster-wins-eyesight-contestCHILDREN are being shown how to look after their eyes by a Widnes opticians. Conlons in Albert Road is championing a new scheme to help youngsters understand how important it is to look after their eyesight.Opticians have been visiting primary schools to talk to pupils about how eye work, both in humans and animals.Children are then asked questions and invited to enter a colouring competition.Lise Fallding, branch manager and dispensing optician said: "Young children are taught many things Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/11/2010/Opticians-aims-to-help-Africa-s-poorest-to-seeA LOCAL opticians is helping to improve the sight of some of the poorest people in Africa.For every pair of spectacles bought at Conlons Opticians one free pair will be donated to people in Ghana.Conlons in Leigh is working in conjunction with Eye Aid Africa, a specialist charity set up by a team of medicial and eye care professionals to make a difference to eye care in some of the poorest areas of Ghana.About 2.6 million people in West Africa are blind, but about three quarters could have theirSat, 20 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/11/2010/Helping-Africa-s-poor-to-see-more-clearlyAn Opticians is helping some of the poorest in Africa to see more clearly.Conlons opticians in Shotton is sennding almost £9,000 worth of new pairs of glasses to Africa in time for Christmas.For every pair of spectacles customers buy they will receive two free pairs, one of which will be sent to the poorest people in Ghana, and the second the customer will kepp themselves.Customers will fill in a card with their name and a massage which will go into the case along with the glasses.'About 2.Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/11/2010/Eyeaid-Ghana-2010 Ian Hechle, Branch Manager at Conlons in Barrow talks of his travels… We are excited to announce that we have just launched a fantastic new scheme where we are hoping to send almost £150,000 worth of glasses to Africa in time for Christmas. We are doing this by teaming up with our customers and for every pair of spectacles they buy they receive two free pairs. One pair is donated to helping improve eye care in Africa and the other is for the customer to keep. Customers will fill in a carFri, 12 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/11/2010/Helping-Africa-s-poorest-people-to-see-more-clearlyAn opticians is helping some of the poorest people in Africa to see more clearly.Conlons opticians in Shotton is sending almost £9,000 worth of new pairs of glasses to Africa in time for Christmas.For every pair of spectacles customers buy they will receive two free pair, one of which will be sent to the poorest people in Ghana, and the second the customer will keep themselves.Customers will fill in a card with their name and a massage which will go into the case along with the glasses.The Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/11/2010/Aaron-s-new-specs-means-he-can-play-for-the-first-timeArron Barnes can finally go football crazy!The 10-year-old has had a problem with his eye since birth which meant he could never enjoy what he loved doing best, playing football.Arron who lives in Leigh, has a weak muscle in his left eye, making it turn to the left.After an unsuccessful operation to tighten the eye muscle, Arron was left on the sidelines during games. He could only watch his local football teams and schoolfriends take part in PE lessons.But now, thanks to Conlons opticians, ArroMon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/10/2010/Pupil-Zoe-opens-eyesA Leigh schoolgirl has won a competition to encourage youngsters to look after their eyes.Seven-years-old Zoe Radley, from St Thomas' Primary School, in Leigh, received a pair of junior designer sunglasses after producing the winning entry in Conlons Opticians colouring competition. The opticians, in Spinning Gate, Leigh, has lauched a pioneering a new scheme to help children realise how important it is to look after their eyesight.The scheme involves optical advisors visiting local primary schoThu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/10/2010/New-partnerships--new-challengesAt the Association's AGM in Bristol on 9 October, Jennifer Brower of Area 11 will become the new ABDO President, with Peter Black of Area 3 taking over as Vice President.New partnerships, new challengesJennifer BrowerWell known within the profession, Jennifer is a dispensing optician and low vision practitioner and works in partnership with her optometrist husband, David, in an independent practice in Hertfordshire. David is an associate member of ABDO and was the first optometrist to gain the AFri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/09/2010/Young-encouraged-to-care-for-eyesAn OPTICIANS in Formby has been teaching youngsters how to look after their eyes.Optician Alice Joyce at the Halsall Lane Branch teamed up with local primary schools in a pioneering scheme to help children realise the importance of looking after their eyesight.The scheme involves a qualified optician visiting local primary schools to talk to children about how eyes work in humans and animals and how important it is to look after them.As part of the initiative the youngsters are quizzed on everytWed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/08/2010/A-fun-way-to-learn-about-eye-careChildren are seeing clearly thanks to a new scheme.Shotton-based opticians has teamed up with primary schools to teach children how to look after their eyes.Pupils from Year Three at Golftyn Primary School have been taking part in the scheme and were visited by an optician who talked to them about how eyes work, both in humans and in animals.This was followed by a eye themed quiz and a colouring competition.The winning entry from the school was Abigail Collins who was rewarded with a pair of junThu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/07/2010/Seeing-is-believingMOFFAT Nursery children were given a talk on the importance of good eyesight recently.Staff from Conlon's opticians launched a new programme where they will visit primary schools and educate children using a fun and interactive presentation they have put together about eyes.Conlon's gives each child a goodie bag and entry form to a colouring-in competition to win a pair of designer sunglasses. The company also provides information for the parents on recognising any problems early on with thThu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/05/2010/Working-Day--Conlons-Opticians-director-with-vision-for-future Peter , 33, is strategic director at Conlons Opticians, based in Liverpool and with branches throughout the North West. He lives with his wife and two young children in Heswall 6:45 am: The new day is introduced either by alarm or, more often, by one of my children, Oliver, four, or Charlotte, one. I always get tea for my wife and milk for Oliver and Charlotte, while they come to. 7.25 am: After a quick shower, change and bowl of cereal, I am in the car listening to the news and music untilWed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/05/2010/Emily-Ferguson---Great-Customer-ServiceThu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/05/2010/Seema-s-a-glass-act-at-customer-service FOLLOWING a succession of personal recommendations, a Wigan worker collected a customer service excellence award. Seema Babaladi (pictured) from Conlons Opticians in Wigan collected her customer service excellence award at the company's annual awards ceremony held at the Imperial Hotel in Llandudno. Each year, Conlons receive a huge amount of personal recommendations from their customers about members of staff who provide exceptional levels of service. The award is measured by the number ofTue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/05/2010/Long-service-award-for-Janice-Astley JANICE Astley from Conlons Opticians in Shotton was overjoyed to receive her 'Long Service Award' for her time and dedication to Conlons Opticians. The award was presented at the companies Annual Awards Ceremony held at the Imperial Hotel in Llandudno by the chairman, Mike Barton. Conlons chairman Mike Barton comments: "Janice has proved that her positive attitude and tight controls are a winning formula for success. Over the last 15 years she has consistently provided a top level of service Thu, 06 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/05/2010/Award-for-OpticiansA CUMBRIAN opticians' branch has recorded impressive financial results despite the recession. Staff at Conlons in Penrith were honoured for their achievements at the firm's annual awards ceremoney. They received the prize for most impressive turnaround figure, which marks the highest improvement of turnover from last year. It was presented to staff by Conlons chairman Mike Barton. He said: "Our team at Penrith consistently provide a top level of service and I'd like to thank them all for theiWed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/05/2010/Long-service-award-for-hard-working-Stephanie A LONG-serving employee has been honoured for her dedication at an optician's. Stephanie Kerr has clocked up 15 years of service at Conlons Opticians in Shotton and was presented with an award at a company ceremony in Llandudno. Conlons chairman Mike Barton said: "Stephanie has proved that her positive attitude and tight controls are a winning formula for success. Over the last 15 years, she has consistently provided a top level of service to the company and we'd like to thank her for her loTue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/05/2010/City-opticians-offering-hearing-testsCONLONS opticians is now offering hearing tests at its Liverpool store. The 128-year-old firm has appointed Graham Roberts who has worked in the hearing aid industry for a number of years to conduct tests and advise clients at the Ranelagh Street shop. Is is estimated that one-in-seven people in Liverpool have hearing problems and Mr Roberts said: "I look forward to meeting more of the local community and being able to provide a range of top quality products and testing services." Branch manaTue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/04/2010/Firm-Honours-Beverly-s-Service Beverly Penlington from Conlon's Opticians in Shotton was honoured with a long service award for her time and dedication to Conlon's Opticians. The award was presented by chairman Mike Barton at the company's annual awards ceremony held at the Imperial Hotel in Llandudno. Mike said: "Beverly has proved that her positive attitude and tight controls are a winning formula for success. Over the last 15 years she has consistently provided a top level of service to the company and we'd like to thankThu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/04/2010/128-years---and-growingMon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/03/2010/Harold-Anderson-retired-after-almost-30-years Contact lens fitter Harold Anderson of Southport has retired after almost 30 years of working for Conlons Opticians. Conlons described him as one of the finest opticians in the industry, who over the years has won a number of awards for his achievements and has provided Conlons customers with an excellent and consistent service. Anderson is one of the few members of the Conlons team to have worked in all 18 of its branches and has offered training to many dispensing opticians who are now pracTue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/03/2010/1000-pairs-of-glasses-help-Vision-Aid-charityTue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/03/2010/Conlons-Hearing-CareConlons has now launched its very own Hearing Care service at Liverpool, Kendal and Millom branches. All remaining branches are taking booking for their start date of the 1st June 2010. Graham Roberts is our Registered Hearing Aid Dispenser. He has been very pleased with the interest received so far and the levels of care Conlons Hearing Care is already providing. The professional hearing assessment will show us exactly where your hearing levels are. We’ll discuss the results with customers anFri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/03/2010/Sunglasses-head-to-winner-Sophie Congratulations to this week's winner. The lucky winner of the designer sunglasses from our friends at Conlons opticians is Sophie Broadbent, who correctly spotted the five differences between the two pictures on the Furness Cavaliers junior football team photo. The differences were: - The man on the right hand side of the picture.- The bow in middle in black top has the logo removed from this front of his top.- The man on the left hand side has stripes removed halfway down the arm on his tWed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/03/2010/Conlons-staff-clock-up-centuryFour staff members at Conlons in Liverpool are celebrating clocking-up 100 years of service at the practice between them. Branch manager Simon Moores, dispensing assistant Sue Judic, optometrist Maria Wood and contact lens optician Neil Hannah celebrated their milestone with a party at the store. Managing director of Conlons, John Welsby, said: "I would like to thank Simon, Neil, Sue and Maria for all their hard work and dedication - they are a very valuable part of the team here. Our staff's Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Optician-eyes-retirementA cockermouth man has retired after more than 40 years as an optician. Bob Bratton, 65, of Simonscales Lane, has spent the last 10 years as a contact lens optician for Conlons Opticians in Carlisle. He had a retirement lunch at the North Lakes Hotel this month, which was attended by 11 colleagues. My Bratton, who was born in Dumfries and grew up in Durham, qualified as a dispensing optician in 1967 and soon developed an interest in contact lense work, which he began practising in 1972. He haThu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Optician-gives-kids-new-lookA Wigan opticians has stepped in to provide a junoir football team with a brand new kit. Seneley and Garswood Juniors under-eights A and B team look the part in their new maroon kit sponsored by Conlons Opticians in Leigh. The opticians chose to sponsor the young team because their kits were worn and had been handed down from a previous under-eights team. Clare Raynes, branch manager for Conlons in Leigh, said: "We are delighted to have been able to provide the teams with their smart new kit Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Malcolm-sees-a-new-futureOne of Wigan's best known optometrists has retired after 32 years in the profession. Often referred to as Mr Conlon, Malcolm Rubins has worked for Conlons Opticians since 1977. After a brief stint at another firm in Manchester, Malcolm was re-recruited by Conlons in 1983. Malcolm, 69, said: "I have worked for Conlons for more than 30 years and will miss being part of this family business and all my patients too. "But I am looking forward to spending more time outdoors and walking in the hillWed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Pepper-Pig-eye-testWe have recently added a cartoon for children to the kids section within eyecare. It involves Pepper Pig going for an eye-test. Check it out at: http://www.conlons.co.uk/Peppa_Pig. Pepper Pig is the lead chacter within a children's show that consists of many different, 5 minute, episodes. It revolves around the life of Peppa, a young girl pig, and her family and friends. It is an excellent cartoon that promotes clear language around everyday topics (such as going to the optician) to yoSun, 21 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Haribo-Sweets---Nice-touch-or-not-We have recently been including a bag of Haribo within each dispatch of contact lenses for those on direct debit. This is only for a limited period but has been received with very mixed results. We have received much positive feedback with people seeing it as a nice little harmless gesture. On the other hand, it has left others confused with some thinking that perhaps someone accidently dropped some of their lunch into their contacts! Also, they are not great for teeth aFri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Small-is-beautiful-for-opticians-with-explansion-in-his-sightLDP Business - 3rd June 2009Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Conlons-first-blog---a-new-era-Conlons is very proud of its history spanning back over 5 family generations to 1882. Over this time, we have frequently had to reinvent ourselves in the light of the social, economic, legal and technological environment around us. Central to this, and in all environments, Conlons has always maintained that a focus on customer service and always trying to exceed expectations is central to our existence and core-values. This is no exception online. Conlons has had a web-presence since websites beThu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Opticians-plays-the-generation-gameRuncorn & 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: "Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Jake-has-a-keen-eye-for-a-pictureNorth West Evening Mail (Series) - 26th November 2009 A budding artist has won a selection of art supplies. Jake Cooke, who goes to Brisbane Park Infants School in Barrow, entered the colouring competition, along with his fellow pupils. The monthly competition is organised by Conlons Opticians, which visit different schools in Barrow to invite them to take part. Jake, 7, coloured in a picture of zoo animals, and has won a selection of art supplies, toys and sunglasses. Eve Miles, corporate Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Branch-Turnaround-PrizeFormby Times Conlons buck trend with award The team at Conlons celebrated a "Branch Turnaround" prize at an awards event. The Formby opticians joined forces with Alice Joyce Opticians last year and is now bucking the credit crunch blues with a healthy turnover. Conlons Managing Director said: "This branch has had an interesting and challenging year with a huge amount of change. They have coped admirably as a newly strengthened team and are really turning on the sales."Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Vicki-sees-long-future-at-opticiansNorth West Evening Mail (Series) - 04th January 2010 An employee of Conlons Opticians in Barrow has been praised for her long service. Vicki Burgess, 31, has received a Long Standing Achievement Award for all her time and dedication to the opticians group. The award was presented at the companies annual awards ceremony held at the Ramada Hotel in Birmingham by Conlons chairman Mike Barton and director of optometry Philip Owen. Conlons Opticians in Barrow has been serving the local community Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Jackie-receives-award-for-dedicationMillom - 21st January 2010 Staff at a Millon opticians are celebrating after one of their members received an award. Jackie Clough, branch manager of Conlons opticians, received a Long Standing Achievement Award for her dedication to the company. The accolade was presented to her at the company's annual awards ceremony in Birmingham by Conlons chairman Mike Barton. Mrs Clough has worked for the company for 15 years, 13 of which at the Wellington Street branch. The grandmother-of-one said: "EThu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.conlons.co.uk/blog/post/02/2010/Opticians-celebrates-127th-anniversaryChester Evening Leader - 1st February 2010 Staff at an opticians have shown they are focused on their career after totting up 127 years' service between them. Nine workers at Conlons opticians in Shotton will soon be overtaking the company itself, which is celebrating its own 127th anniversary this year. Store manager Marie Aspey said: "We all really enjoy working with the local community and are very proud that between us we have worked for Conlons for 127 years.Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT