FREDERICK Aherne is to serve for a second year as president of Keighley Retired Men's Forum – after an eventful first term.

He was out of action after breaking his knee and wrist in a fall and then breaking his wrist again four months later.

"My forum colleagues rallied round," said Mr Aherne.

"Immediate past president Rod Fall stood in to run the meetings and several colleagues visited me, both in hospital and during my convalescence, which really helped to keep my spirits up.

"I am delighted to be elected to serve as president again and look forward to completing this term of office without incident!"

He said the forum welcomed new members.

Meetings are held at Keighley Playhouse, in Devonshire Street, at 10am every Thursday.

Annual membership is £6 and there is a £1 a week charge to cover the cost of refreshments and venue hire.

The new season begins next Thursday (Oct 6).