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JACKDAW AND ROOK
ANDREW FALCONER
Following on from last month’s description of Carrion Crow and Raven, this month features the other 2 locally common members of the Crow family – Jackdaw and Rook. Other members of the family, Magpie and Jay, are less often seen near Balmullo. Jackdaw ( Corvus monedula) is also a very The
common bird in Britain. It is 30-34 cm long with a wingspan of 64-73 cm. Both sexes are alike with mainly dark grey glossy plumage, lighter grey nape and neckside and a whitish eye. The call is a typically harsh and loud “chack”. They are gregarious and a large flock are usually found near or at the older part (east end) of Balmullo Quarry where they nest in crevices in the rocks. The Rook (Corvus frugilegus) is a very similar in size to the Carrion Crow, with length 41-49 cm. and wingspan 81-94 cm, but unlike the Carrion Crow is almost always found in large flocks, both when nesting and feeding in fields. The most distinctive feature of a Rook is the bare greyish-white skin around the base of the bill and lack of nostril feathers, seen well in the close-up photograph. Otherwise it is very like a Carrion Crow. Rooks nest in large colonies or “Rookeries” which can be very noisy in the Spring. There are large rookeries along the side of the A914 at St. Michaels and also near Logie Farm. Rooks and Jackdaws are often seen feeding together on pasture or ploughed fields. Photographs courtesy of John Anderson, Crail
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ANNOUNCEMENTS We tried to get a new bus shelter for Hayston Park but were informed by Carol Dunn of Fife Council Transportation Department that there was insufficient width on the pathway for a shelter, which requires at least 1.8m of space.
BALMULLO COMMUNITY COUNCIL been turned around (several times), but Councillor Taylor has asked for it to be corrected (and fixed).
We will soon be replacing the wooden half-barrels for floral decoration at Pitcairn Surgery with large self-watering tubs, purchased with a donation by a You may have noticed that the garden of Park local resident who wishes to remain anonymous. Cottage on School Road has now been cleared The next meeting is in Burnside Hall at 7.30pm on with vegetation removed or burnt. This is the first Monday 11th May. stage of redevelopment. We are delighted that the MUGA project in the Park is going ahead soon – see the article later for more details.
A copy of the Minutes will be available on the shelves at the Post Office.
We are not quite sure how the “Welcome to Balmullo” sign at the south end of the village has
POINTS FROM THE SECRETARY’S EMAIL
SUE SMITH
Councillor Connor has provided a list of postcodes that might now be able to connect to fibre broadband as a cabinet in your area has been upgraded -
Linda Bissett at Fife Council has advised us that ‘we have been unable to attract any young people from Bell Baxter High School to join Balmullo Community Council as co-opted members.’
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Fife Council – Consultation on draft ‘Making Fife’s Places – Supplementary Planning Guidance closes 2nd June. A CD of copies of all the documents is on the Community Council shelf in the Post Office and is available on the council’s website www.fife.gov.uk
ANDREW FALCONER
The more observant among you will have noticed that I enjoy watching birds and encouraging others to do so. I also enjoy listening to birds and at this time of year they tend to be most vocal, with males setting up territories and trying to attract females. One of the most recognisable and evocative songs of Spring is that of the Skylark – most often seen as a small dot hovering high in the sky. I have heard as many as 4 birds singing at the same time from our garden near Cuplahills track. The Balmullo area still has a good population of Skylarks, unlike many parts of Britain where numbers have declined drastically. As these birds are ground nesters in arable or vegetable fields, it’s
very important that dogs are not allowed to roam freely through these fields so I would politely ask dog walkers to please keep their dogs on the paths. Before our next issue is published, we will have started clearing all the floral tubs and replenishing the compost, ready for the summer bedding. I would love to hear from anyone who has ideas about how the displays could be improved or made more varied. Once again we are taking part in the Beautiful Fife campaign, so good displays are needed, in gardens as well as the planters.
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WHAT’S ON? MAY 7th WRI Meeting Visit to Fife Folk museum, Ceres 11th Community Council meeting. Burnside Hall 1930 All welcome. JUNE 3rd Burnside Hall AGM & Committee Meeting. 7.30 pm.
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BALMULLO MUGA (MULTI-USE GAMES AREA) START DATE! RONNIE DAVIDSON The contractor will start on site on Monday committee, community council, the current 27th April with works completed within 5 head teacher Anna Coggins and past head weeks, project managed by Fife Council. The teacher Sarah Else for their time, flexibility build should be completed in advance of and enthusiasm in helping to make this Gala Day Saturday 13th June when I hope we happen. Once we have confirmed the official might be able incorporate an official opening. opening I will send an invite and write to all I wanted to thank you all for your support, those who have supported the project encouragement and in some cases funding including the MOD, Sport Scotland, Police over the last 4 years in finally getting to this Scotland, Fife Council and others to thank point. In particular, Tim Brett who has kept them for the opportunity to have such a the project alive despite its setbacks deserves facility in our village. a great deal of credit as do the park THANK YOU
VAL & SCOTT PHILLIPS
I would like to say a huge Thank You for the numerous cards, beautiful flowers and countless phone calls after the recent loss of my husband Stuart. Thanks also for the wonderful support from the village and outwith at Kirkcaldy Crematorium. The generous collection of £300 went to the Anstruther Branch of the R.N.L.I. LOST KEY A chub type key attached to a fob with the picture of a black cat. If anyone has found it please contact Ina on 07711545927...many thanks. STAMP COLLECTION
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LEUCHARS AND DISTRICT GARDENING & CRAFTS CLUB
BILL DUFF
Our Quiz Night was again very successful and has The standard of exhibits varies from year to year been pencilled in for next year. often depending on the weather but if you have It was a very lighthearted and amusing evening with flowers , veg. or a pot plant that looks presentable varied general knowledge questions, ranging from bring it along, there's always someone on hand to adverts past and present to the year 2014 and give advice, or if you like making jam or baking a showed up who spends most of their time watching cake get a schedule and have a look. television and who happened last year.
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what There are three age groups for children, 7 years and under, 8 to 11 years, and 12 to 16 years, all with the The winners were The Scrabblers only one point same classes: ahead of Silver Surfers with Two plus Two and Reilly's Miniature Garden in a Seed Tray. Rogues tying for third. Squiddly Puffs took the Painting or Drawing of insects. "booby" prize, hopefully they don't take it too badly A jar with posy of gardens flowers. and we see them again next year.
This was the last of this year's winter programme and An animal made from Vegetables. we are presently organising next winter's 2 Pieces of chocolate krispies. programme. Drawing/ painting – Holiday Postcard. I'm presently getting everything ready for this year's showing. The greenhouse is full of sweetpeas, tomato Schedules available from: plants, and onion sets, with potatoes tubers and Bill Duff 1B Smithy Road Balmullo Tel. 870787 gladioli corms chitting in the shed. The barrels are Gwenyth Mitchell 56 Pitcairn Drive Tel. 870010 ready for sowing parsnips, carrots, and beetroot. Summer Show: 1 August 2015 in the Burnside Hall Only a few of the shows I exhibit and judge at are Balmullo. restricted to society members but most are open to anyone and everyone. This is the case with our show, Prior to the show there is a Gardens Competition run although we have heard some think only members by the Club. can compete. As with many small, local shows there is Classes for : Flower Gardens; Landscaped Gardens; an entrance fee called Show Membership Vegetable Gardens; Container Gardens. Subscription which can be paid on the day when entering the competition which costs £2.50 at our Judging to take place on Saturday 18 July 2015, with show and then obviously allows exhibitors entry to entries to Bill Duff, Secretary prior to the day. the show. Children enter free. This show is well known as one of the best local shows The show has classes for a wide range covering in the area and it needs continuing support both Flowers, Vegetables, Pot Plants, Fruit, Preserves, from the viewing public and exhibitors new and Baking,Floral Art, Handicrafts, Eggs, and Childrens. established. There is also a section for novice exhibitors to allow Pleasant gardening from the committee. new exhibitors a chance to compete for a few years and gain experience.
BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION COFFEE MORNING & EASTER FAYRE Jacqueline, Katriona and Jan would like to thank candy and books for the book stall. everyone who came along to the Coffee Morning and Thanks to the children who entered into the Easter Fayre on 4th April in the Community Hall. It Decorated Egg Competition, the winners were David was a wonderful day and well attended. Addison, Carrie Webster, Oscar Giel, Josh Webster, Many thanks to all those who brought their wares to Imogen Giel and Gracie Webster. sell at the stalls, and all those who donated prizes for Thanks also to Deri and Agnes from the British Heart the Raffle and Silent Auctions:- Fairmont, St Foundation shop in St Andrews and also the lovely Andrews; Natasha's Cakes, Balmullo; Balgove Larder; ladies who helped on the stalls and in the kitchen. Rascals; Cairnie Fruit Farm; Toppings and Co; Dundee United FC; Scottish Deer Centre; and special Overall the day was a fabulous success with £896.92 thanks to the lovely ladies at Haydays who donated being handed over to the British Heart Foundation. lots of raffle prizes and so many more. Thank you also to everyone who donated delicious cakes and
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YOUR MEMBER OF SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT
ROD CAMPBELL
In just 2 weeks time, North East Fife will have its first, new MP in 28 years. Since his election in 1987, Sir Menzies Campbell has successfully defended his seat in Westminster over the course of 5 General Elections. When he announced his intention to retire from front-line politics at this election I wrote that he has been an outstanding public servant and has made a valuable contribution to the constituency. In spite of the fact that he will be retiring from the Westminster benches, I am certain that he will remain active in public life, not least through his role with the University of St Andrews. I wish him the very best for the future. I also remarked, upon Sir Menzies’ decision to retire, that he was a strong political opponent. 5 victories in successive General Elections are testament to that. He was also, clearly, a good campaigner. This cannot be said of all individuals seeking political office, however, as in recent years negative campaigning has become prevalent in politics across the globe. Negative campaigning has become the focus for a number of political researchers, particularly in the United States where campaigns are awash with negative television adverts, promotional leaflets and messages. One such researcher, Richard Lau of Rutgers University, commented that election campaigns in the United States had become “increasingly mean-spirited” and that the “pervasive negativism” was having a negative impact on democracy by “undermining citizens’ positive feelings about elections … and Government… and thereby demobilising potential voters”.
In 2010 the UK Labour and Conservative Parties traded negative billboard posters, all of which captured the attention of the electorate and users of social media. In 2015, some Parties have already been accused of leading a negative campaign, The Times newspaper is telling the Labour Party that negative campaigning works whilst the Conservative’s back-benchers, and even Government Ministers and the Prime Minister himself, are demanding a more positive campaign than the one offered by their campaign chief, Lynton Crosby. The mind boggles.
Following the long referendum campaign, it became clear that people felt engaged by a positive message – whether they agreed with it or not. I believe that is one reason that led to At a UK-Level, we have unfortunately seen an voter turnout being as high as it was. People increase in negative campaigning in recent years. were offered something that they could engage Dr Lau suggests that whilst memories of these with. campaigns penetrate people’s minds they can I hope to see more of that develop over the next put off a lot of potential voters. Other studies 8 weeks, before the General Election, and suggest otherwise but evidence of declining beyond. I, for one, would be disappointed if all turnout at General Elections perhaps indicates future election campaigns relied simply on negative tactics and messages. that the former is the case.
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YOUR MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT When Parliament was dissolved on the 30th March I ceased once and for all to be the MP for North East Fife. It was a responsibility and honour I enjoyed for twenty eight years. Over the course of that time I broke the sound barrier in the back seat of a Tornado, watched Barack O b a ma b e in g chosen as the Democratic candidate for the American Presidency and led my Party, none of which would have happened to me had I not become MP for North East Fife. I am not a native born Fifer but always felt at home here and always will. It has been the greatest privilege to represent a constituency of such beauty and with such independently minded constituents. I may be retiring from the House of Commons but I don't think I will ever retire from politics and my fondness for Fife will remain. The role of an MP has changed dramatically from when I was first elected in 1987. Being an MP is now a 24 hour, 7-days-a-week job. As we have already seen over the course of the General Election, something you may have said five years ago can be thrown in your face almost instantaneously when you appear to be taking a contradictory position, even if the circumstances and situations are entirely different. Politicians have become more wary and more careful and that has possibly given rise to their answers becoming more anodyne. But politics has also become more personal and vicious, something which the majority of people
SIR MENZIES CAMPBELL
find off-putting and unnecessary. Politicians have always had to have thick skins but if we carry on like this many decent and principled men and women will be discouraged from entering politics and that will be everyone's loss. Over the years constituents have also become better informed about their rights and have a much clearer view of what to expect from their representatives. Technology has made it much easier for people to contact their MPs and this has changed how Parliament operates; it is much more responsive to issues affecting people on a daily basis. As society becomes more complex so too have the problems blighting the lives of constituents. In any one day my staff and I might have to deal with the inadequacies of the Child Support Agency, or disputes with utility companies, or the responsibilities of the local authority. But there have also been the victories, the injustices righted, the lives improved. Over twenty eight years I can safely say no two days have been the same and I am so very glad of it.
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SIGNS OF SPRING
JEREMY GREENWOOD
17 March. Today I knew that spring was on the way. It wasn't the yellows of the Coltsfoot and the Lesser Celandine in the hedge bottoms that convinced me – there have been plenty of early spring blooms already. It wasn't seeing any birds nesting (though I know from a visit last week that the Ravens are well settled on their nest not far from the village). It wasn't even the volume of bird song in the air, for some birds have been singing for many weeks (though the first Yellowhammer of the year piping out his "Little bit of bread and no cheese" was certainly welcome today). No, it was a little dull brown bird sitting on Lucklaw Hill – the first Meadow Pipit of the year to venture up from its winter quarters in the lowlands to its breeding area on the higher ground. The first migrant of the year, for even a journey of a few kilometres counts as a migration.
doubt to feed chicks in the nearby hedge. Blackthorn bursting into flower on Quarry Road.
journey to its Scandinavian breeding grounds.
10 April. The warm sun of the last few days has brought the Peacock and Small Tortoiseshell butterflies out from hibernation, eager to lay their eggs on the tender leaves on the spring growth of Stinging Nettles. Small Whites are emerging from the chrysalises in which they overwintered: watch out for your cabbages!
31 March. My first baby Rabbit of the year was crossing Quarry Road this morning – in the jaws of a cat. The morning was all about being eaten: Spruce cones in the plantation, stripped of their scales by squirrels (Red or Grey?) so that they could get at the seeds; a pile of pigeon feathers, all plucked undamaged from the carcase, showing that a Sparrowhawk or a Peregrine had been responsible – a Fox would have bitten them off, as one had done with a Swan that had collided with overhead wires further down the hill.
2 April. What a difference 20 m in altitude can make at this time of year! Down on the main road the leaves are bursting on the Hawthorns, the Blackthorns are in full flower and there are golden carpets of Lesser Celandines; they are much further 23 March. Several Meadow Pipits up on the hill behind up on Quarry Road. today. The hill-top provides no trees from which to deliver a song, so they have to put in an effort to 4 April. A bumble-bee was already buzzing at 7.15 make themselves conspicuous, flying up, up, up for this morning. A few bumble-bees have been 10 or 20 metres singing all the while; then, still active for a couple of weeks now. They can singing, they parachute down on outspread but emerge earlier in spring than honey-bees because unbeating wings. Not that all the signs were of their larger size and their furry covering helps spring. Down on the pasture there was a Redwing retain heat, so their muscles can work better in feeding busily, no doubt fuelling up ready for a cold weather. 27 March. A return of winter today: looking north I could see a fresh blanket of snow on the Angus hills. The Meadow Pipits on the hill were still busy with their territorial song-flights but down on the pasture there was a small group feeding quietly, probably birds that were still far from their breeding areas in the Highlands or Scandinavia. But the winter signs were pushed aside by the insistent singing in the wood of the first longdistance migrants of the year, two Chiffchaffs just returned from wintering around the Mediterranean.
14 April. One sign of spring, the first Swallow, seems not yet to have reached Balmullo, That has been taken as the harbinger of spring across Europe throughout history – I have seen a photograph of a Greek vase 2700 years old that showed people spotting their first of the year with the cry "It's 29 March. The Linnets are back singing among the already spring". Will tomorrow bring them to the gorse on the hill. They will breed there but have village? ranged more widely through the winter, often in large flocks on the stubble fields. A Song Thrush on the outskirts of the village was carrying food, no
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BALMULLO S.W.R.I.
ANN FALCONER
President Mrs. Ann Falconer welcomed members displayed for all to see. Everyone had a very to the meeting on Thursday 2nd April. enjoyable evening and Ann Falconer gave Jill a hearty vote of thanks. Our speaker for the evening was local Balmullo resident Mrs Jill Pattie, whose hobby is painting on Competition winners: glassware, such as jugs, bottles and drinks glasses. Jill brought along examples of her work to show a 3 Easter Biscuits 1st Jan Redpath variety of styles and effects. Members were 2nd Katriona Addison impressed with the results of her work, transforming the simplest items into really stunning Tea Cosy 1st Vera Finlayson pieces. Flower of the month Penny Wiles Jill then explained how the painting was done and The next meeting on Thursday 7th May will be an the equipment needed, describing the different outing to the Fife Folk Museum in Ceres. Transport water-based paints available, where to buy them has been arranged with volunteer drivers and locally and how easy it was to get started. A passengers allocated to cars, to arrive at Ceres at workshop was set up and 8 members tried their 6.30 pm. hand at painting various glass articles, using stencils which Jill had prepared beforehand. Good results were obtained and the finished work was
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100 g butter, softened 250 g plain flour 75 g currants 25 g ground almonds 50 g mixed citrus peels 1 1⠄2 teaspoons baking powder 75 g golden caster sugar 150 ml sour cream or 150 m crème fraiche 1 egg, beaten glace cherries, for decoration blanched almond, for decoration (whole)
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ANN FALCONER about the size of a small egg, and make a small ball flatten it out slightly into bread roll shapes - like a bread bap shape.) Arrange them on the greased baking tray and glaze them generously with the beaten egg. Then place 2 whole blanched almonds on top with a halved glace cherry for decoration pushing them down gently into the dough, so they do not fall off during baking! Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they have risen and are golden brown. Allow to cool on a wire cooling rack. Store them in an airtight tin for up to 4 days.
Each month, we try to feature a recipe which has been tried and tested by the contributor several from WRI members including many from my wife. We would be delighted to hear from any "cooks" or "bakers" who would be happy to pass on one of their favourites to other Balmullo residents. Send your recipe by e-mail to anfalconer@tiscali.co.uk or just drop in a handwritten copy to 7 Inchlaw. Ed.
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