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Former mayor wins a national award for her ‘tireless work’ in community SHE’S not just a former mayor and hard-working borough councillor – Judy Caine is a local hero. And that, as the saying goes, is official!

Last week, she was in London to receive the national Public Sector Hero Award for her support of local youngsters, particularly in the Oakley Vale area, after being nominated by Mandy Young – the co-founder of Corby’s Adrenaline Alley.

Now Judy can proudly display her award . . . right next to her partner, Paul Balmer’s! Last month, musician Paul also received long-overdue thanks for his voluntary work – he received BBC Music’s inaugural Unsung Hero Award for his work with the youth music group, The Oakley Rangers.

Paul told Extra Local: “Mandy nominated Judy for a range of activities including ‘The Oakley Rangers’, her film trainees with HD Media Community Interest Company and her work as a trustee of Oakley Vale Community Centre and as former mayor. All this, following her recovery from a

near fatal brain haemorrhage. “ Judy is an accomplished flautist; she teaches young people and also played with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra last year as part of ‘Deep Roots Tall Trees’.

“Judy and I don’t see ourselves as ‘heroes’ – we are just regular working class people who have made for ourselves exciting lives; travelling the world making award-winning films and writing 11 books.

“This life was made possible by our far-sighted teachers who showed us that ‘everything was possible’, despite humble beginnings. All we are doing is ‘putting something back’ for this new generation.

“One of my great teachers was the legendary guitarist Les Paul – he told me, ‘Try and be a good person and have a good time doing it’. Another teacher was Sir Yehudi Menuhin who said, ‘Music is magic’ – he was right! We follow their example.”

MUSICAL STARS: Proud Paul with partner Judy, who received her award in London.

More on this story on page 3.

Sally Army saves the day IT’S not every day voluntary workers find a valuable crystal sculpture in a bag of unwanted clothes. But that’s what happened earlier this month, much to Corby councillor Mary Butcher’s surprise!

Praise must go to volunteers at Kettering’s Salvation Army depot, who were sorting through donated bags and came across the valuable statue belonging to British businessman Lord G K Noon (Baron Gulam Noon, the Mumbai-born ‘curry king’ who made his name by inventing frozen curries for UK supermarkets).

Quick-thinking helpers at the local depot called the House of Lords to say they had found the glass award, engraved with the life peer’s details – and Baron

Noon’s personal assistant (PA) was told of its whereabouts.

And that’s when Mary Butcher became involved – she takes up the story: “That PA is my son’s partner! So she called me, knowing I live nearby, and asked me to go and collect it on behalf of Lord Noon – which I was surprised but delighted to do.

“Apparently, Lord Noon’s wife was clearing out a cupboard of old clothes and items to donate, but how the statue got in there we have no idea; it weighs a ton!

Obviously it was a mistake, but they hadn’t noticed it was missing.

“The team at Kettering were tremendous – they are a wonderful, friendly bunch and realised it must have been given in error, so they set about getting it back to its owner. Well done to them!”

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LOST AND FOUND: Corby councillor Mary Butcher is returning this award to its millionaire owner, Baron Noon, who received an MBE in 1996, a knighthood for public service in 2002 and was made a life peer in 2011.

A REVELLER at Rockingham Castle’s music festival last Friday evening was punched in the face by a stranger – and later realised the gold chain he had been wearing round his neck was missing.

Police are now hoping witnesses to

Corby artist Tom Wilkinson is inspired by his home town – page 10

the incident – which happened at about 8pm – will call them on: 101 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 555 111 or via the anonymous online form: www. crimestoppers-uk.org • Festival photos – page 5

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Fun in the sun as teams enjoy community sports day LOCAL I HATE the way our language is changing. Of course it constantly evolves, otherwise we would still be thee-ing and thou-ing and prithee sir-ing.

But I was happy with English as has been for the last century or so. I don’t always write or speak it correctly – we all get lazy – but I do try to stick to certain guidelines learned as a child: different from, rather than to (or worse, the Americanised than); listen, rather than listen up; bored with or possibly by but never of; similarly fed up with it, not of it; there you are, rather than there you go. Fond though I am of our Stateside cousins, I think we are adopting too many of their movie-isms!

I am a bit of an old pedant so don’t get me started on misuse of apostrophe’s (see what I did there?). Then there’s the way people now say ‘over a thousand’ instead of ‘more than a thousand’ and ‘less than’ instead of ‘fewer than’. I can’t remember the rule, I just know it’s not correct.

I reckon tapping away on tiny handheld machines has led to much of this sloppy lingo – for example, Twitter’s short messages have done away with you’re in favour of the abbreviated your – which makes my teeth grate!

Then there is de-genderisation of words; councils and government offices in particular seem to think it is PC to use the contorted ‘spokesperson’. Why is that better than ‘spokesman’ (surely we are all ‘human’)? I think it is rather pompous to attempt to blur genders. You probably think, well he would say that, he’s a chap! Well true, but maybe it is more about me being a tad old-fashioned.

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IT has been a busy month for the Highfield Outreach team as they continue to work closely with youth charity, The Prince’s Trust.

Highfield Outreach provides a range of opportunities for adults with disabilities, encouraging them to play an active part in their community and to enjoy a number of activities supported by the trust, working together with students on numerous community projects.

Earlier this month, Highfield Outreach joined The Prince’s Trust for a fun-filled sports day at Hall Park in Rushden. Taking advantage of nice weather, the teams came together and participated in activities including cricket, a penalty shootout, bowling, an assault course and sports day classics such as an egg and spoon race, a bean bag race and the 100m. Certificates

were handed out at the end of the day rewarding the customers for their tremendous efforts.

The Prince’s Trust ensured the fun continued by hosting a BBQ and disco later this month.

Customers at Highfield Outreach continue to help the community with various projects: they successfully worked together at Rushden Football Club, painting the changing rooms and the outside walls. They also redeveloped the Peace Garden at Highfield Community Baptist Church.

Dan Freeman, The Prince’s Trust Rushden team leader, said: “I think our relationship with Olympus care services, in particular Highfield Outreach, is fantastic. We always have so much fun together- staff, students and service users alike which is why we are always keen to keep developing our partnership.”

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A LOCAL Neighbourhood Forum is seeking to become formally recognised in order to be able to start working on a Neighbourhood Plan for an area of South West Kettering.

The area includes the Headlands and surrounding streets such as Hawthorn Road, Broadway, Queensberry Road and Bishop’s Drive, among others.

Kettering Borough Council has received an application from the proposed ‘South West Kettering (Headlands Community) Neighbourhood Forum which, if approved, will establish itself as a legal entity able to progress a Neighbourhood Plan for its area.

An application to approve a Neighbourhood Area has also been received from the Neighbourhood Forum, defining the extent of their area.

Harry Frankland, chairman of the South West Kettering (Headlands Community) Neighbourhood Forum, said: “This is an exciting time as this initial work will establish the Neighbourhood Forum as a legal entity and formally define a Neighbourhood Area for this small part of Kettering.

“The forum is made up of members from the local community including residents, local business, religious groups and schools who are all volunteering their time to get involved.

“If the forum and area are approved, it will allow us to get involved in plan making for the area and progress work on a Neighbourhood Plan, which will be used to help shape the

direction of future development in the area.”

Kettering Borough Council is consulting on the boundaries of the proposed Neighbourhood Area, as well as the community representation of the proposed Neighbourhood Forum. This is not a formal consultation on a potential Neighbourhood Plan.

The consultation period for the proposed Neighbourhood Forum and Neighbourhood Area runs until 5.30pm on Tuesday September 1. Following public consultation, a decision on whether or not to approve the

applications will be made by the middle of October 2015.

The Neighbourhood Area and Neighbourhood Forum applications and associated documents can be viewed on the website: www.kettering.gov. uk/planning All consultation comments should be emailed to planningp olic y@kettering . gov.uk or posted to: Planning Policy, Development Services, Kettering Borough Council, Municipal Offices, Bowling Green Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 7QZ.

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Surplus food offered for local charities

FOOD distribution charity Fare Share is extending its service into the area and asking local charities and community groups that need food to get in touch.

FareShare East Midlands already supports 100 charities in Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Warwickshire, using high quality surplus food from the food industry. It delivers food to organisations such as hostels for homeless families and single people, lunch clubs for the elderly, school breakfast and after school clubs as well as emergency food providers.

Simone Connolly, FareShare organiser for the East Midlands said: “We can now extend our services to charities and community groups in Northamptonshire and we want to hear from them. We distribute in-date food which would otherwise be destined for recycling plants.”

WE’VE GOT RHYTHM: Brooke Weston Trust musicians from five schools combined talents to perform at their sell-out Applicants should contact Simone concert.

Connolly on: 0116 2867735 or email: fseastmidlands@fareshare.org.uk

House burgled

BURGLARS targeted a house in Scotter Walk, Corby, on Friday July 10, between midnight and 7am and stole a TV, a Sony PS4 games console and a Samsung tablet, as well as cash and tobacco.

Witnesses can call: 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 555 111.

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Students ‘put on the ritz’ at inaugural concert YOUNG student musicians played to a sell-out audience at The Core Theatre in Corby at the first-ever Brooke Weston Trust Music Concert.

Talented musicians from across the five of the trust’s secondary schools gathered to form a combined band and choir as part of the Music for Stage and Screen Concert.

They performed classic songs such as Puttin’ On The Ritz and I’ve Got Rhythm, as well as some more recent songs from Disney shows and popular culture.

There were also solo performances from four students and professional cornet player Ben Godfrey was the guest soloist.

It’s finally here – the long and eagerly-awaited arrival of the Savoy multiplex cinema in Corby, as it throws open its doors to the public today. The cinema has fired up its six screens to offer the latest releases for local film-goers, including Mission Impossible, Inside Out, Fantastic Four, Pixels, The Man from Uncle and The Maze Runner Scorch Trials. So, to celebrate the arrival of the fully digital cinema, featuring the latest audio-visual technology and with screen one offering a premier experience via the very latest Dolby Atmos sound system,

The event was co-ordinated by Clive Wears, music director from Corby Business Academy, along with music staff from the other trust schools of Brooke Weston Academy, Corby Technical School, Kettering Science Academy and Thomas Clarkson Academy (Wisbech).

CEO Andrew Campbell said: “At a time when the curriculum offer in many secondary schools is under so much pressure, events like this provide a strong reminder of the vital place for the arts in education. A place that must be protected and nurtured, both for the good of the spirit and as a powerful force for community.”

we’re giving away a set of cinema tickets for four. This prize also includes a meal for four at brand new restaurant RBW – on the cinema site - which specialises in ribs, burgers and wings. With menu items including tender ribs, legendary burgers and sticky buffalo wings – it’s a prize package not to be missed.

With a 900-person capacity and spacious stadium-style seating and restaurants including Nandos, Spur RBW and Prezzo already open - the former Tresham College site is set to become Corby’s entertainment hub.

To be in with a chance to win this prize, email us the answer to the below question at: corbycinemablog@gmail.com:

HOW MANY SCREENS DOES THE SAVOY CORBY CINEMA HAVE IN TOTAL? Don’t forget to follow Savoy Corby on Facebook or Instagram to get the latest info on the world of film and news of special offers and deals from Savoy.

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Masked men target pub

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after three masked men, armed with bats and crowbars, forced their way into the Cardigan Arms pub, The Jamb, Corby.

The burglary happened sometime between 3am and 3.35am on Monday July 13. The offenders threatened the occupants and stole money before leaving.

They ran in the direction of the woods at the rear of the premises where it is believed they got into a car and drove across the field.

The three men were all wearing black clothing and balaclavas.

Stabbed in the stomach

Days of yore draw thousands to town THE annual Medieval Festival in Wellingborough last month encouraged an extra 7,500 people to visit the town centre; a 34 per cent increase in visitors compared to the previous weekend. And, as the pictures here show – a good time was enjoyed by all of them!

Official footfall figures have revealed a total of 29,554 people visited Wellingborough over the weekend of June 27-28, compared to 22,059 the weekend before.

It was the third year the town centre had staged the festival and shoppers flocked to Wellingborough to enjoy the weekend of special events.

Not only did the event help boost the local economy, but it allowed businesses to get in on the action as well: The Golden Lion, based in Sheep Street, went back in time and staged a Medieval Banquet; while fancy dress hire shop House of Fun, in the High Street, stocked an array of medievalthemed costumes; The Hind, also based in Sheep Street, got into the spirit by having its signature ‘Feast for a King’ food and drink specials.

The Medieval Festival took place throughout the town centre and in Croyland Gardens, Tithe Barn Lawns, All Hallows Church and churchyard.

POLICE are appealing for witnesses following an assault and attempted robbery on the Hemmingwell estate, Wellingborough, in the early hours of Friday July 10.

The incident happened between 12.30am and 1.30am, when the victim, a man in his 30s, was walking from Cross Road along the footpath that runs alongside Oakway Junior School.

As he approached a green gas box, a man jumped out and demanded the his mobile phone.

The victim refused and another man appeared. There was a struggle and the victim was stabbed in the stomach with an unknown implement, for which he required hospital treatment.

One of the offenders is described as a white man, aged 18 to 30. He was of stocky build and was wearing dark trousers and a white/grey hooded top.

The second man was black, aged 18 to 30, also of stocky build and was wearing a darkcoloured hooded top.

Sunday afternoon raid

BURGLARS took jewellery and cash from a house in Kettering after breaking in through a window of the property in Rockingham Road, some time between 1pm and 2.20pm on Sunday July 5.

Officers investigating hope to speak to anyone who saw two white men wearing dark clothing in the area at the time. It is believed they may have got into a car that was parked nearby.

Corby special Lloyd is Trainees join in crematorium construction Third-floor flat burgled ‘a credit to the Force’ FOUR Specials have been successfully signed up having completed their extensive area training while clocking up 1508 hours service between them over the past year.

Special Constable Lloyd Mason from Corby and three colleagues – Chris Martin from Daventry and Ben Johnson and Tim Foy from Northampton – first started their roles a year ago and have now been welcomed formally by Chief Officer of the Special Constabulary, Mike Maywood.

He said: “These officers are a credit to the Force. It’s a great honour to finalise their training with them and welcome them formally to their roles as Special Constables.”

Specials come from all walks of life. Find out more at: northantspolicespecials.co.uk

Vandals scratched car

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a car was damaged by vandals in Lewis Road, Kettering, some time between 7pm on Friday July 3 and 7am the next morning.

Offender/s scratched down both sides of a grey Vauxhall Corsa and inscribed swear words on the bonnet.

Call Northamptonshire Police on: 101 if you have information, or call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 555 111, or use the anonymous online form: www. crimestoppers-uk.org

WORK has started on the building of Wellingborough’s crematorium, with a pledge to involve local trainees and students throughout the construction.

A ceremony to officially start the building work was held last week, as local councillors and contractor Wates Construction dug the first soil on the 11-acre site near Great Doddington.

Wates is to create extensive opportunities for employment and training, including around 100 apprentice and work experience weeks on site and 100 training course opportunities for members of the project team.

The contractor has also committed to ensuring that a quarter of the site team would come from within ten miles of the project.

The crematorium was first discussed by councillors back in 2011 and planning permission was granted in January.

Richard Scarrott, business unit director at Wates Construction Midlands, said: “We have worked closely with

WITNESSES are being asked to come forward following a burglary in Havelock Street, Kettering, on Friday July 10, between 5am and 6.30pm. Offender/s broke in to a third-floor flat, stealing cash, cards and other documents.

Wheelie bin hurled

A WHEELIE bin was thrown through a window in a block of flats in Kettering, on Sunday July 12 at around 7.45am. A man picked up the bin and hurled it through a ground-floor window in Huxlow Mews, Gold Street, and then walked away.

The offender is described as white, 25 to 30 years old, of slim build and with short black hair. He was wearing a blue and white striped T-shirt and black stone-washed denim jeans.

BUILDING BEGINS: From left, Cllr Martin Griffiths (deputy leader, Wellingborough Council); Cllr Paul Bell (council leader); Alan Coole (head of empa – East Midlands Property Alliance – Scape); and Alistair McCallum, key account director for Wates Construction. the council to develop plans contractors to support our for the new crematorium, project delivery.”

The £5.5 million project which has given us a thorough understanding of will see the creation of a new their vision for a building 465 sq m crematorium with that is sympathetic to the space to seat 120 mourners, surrounding landscape. We a 98-space car park and are keen to ensure that this external landscaping. It is project creates lasting benefit being paid for out of the for the local community, part council’s capital budget and of which is our appointment is due to be up and running of local suppliers and sub- next summer.

Car windows smashed

TWO windows of a car parked in a Corby street were smashed by vandals between 1.40am and 2.20am on Monday July 13.

The car was in Blandford Court when it was vandalised.

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ANYONE with any information about any of the above incidents can call Northamptonshire Police on: 101.

Alternatively, call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 555 111, or use the anonymous online form: www. crimestoppers-uk.org

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Retirement beckons fire chief New international THE county’s chief fire officer is retiring today, July 31, after more than 30 years’ service.

Martyn Emberson (pictured below) has served in the fire service for 31 years, working in Cleveland, Nottinghamshire and Northamptonshire, where he spent the last nine years of his career as head of the county’s brigade.

During his time with Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service, he led it out of special measures – with a government monitoring board in place – to a brigade that is leading the way in embracing the latest firefighting technology and closer collaboration between blue light services.

Mr Emberson said: “In the last nine years, Northamptonshire has done many fantastic

things. Operationally, we have led nationally and internationally on two important areas of work.

“Firstly, we introduced safer firefighting with the Cobra system and methodology. This revolutionary way of fighting fires has now been adopted around the world as it is safer for firefighters, safer for the environment, reduces water damage and helps rescue people faster.

“The second area is greater integration with the other emergency services, where I am particularly proud of our work with the ambulance service on co-responding and our associated work with the British Heart Foundation on Heart Start, as there are people alive in our community today who would not have been if we had not driven forward this lifesaving initiative.

“It has been a privilege to work with some very talented and passionate people who have dedicated their lives to protecting our communities.”

During Mr Emberson’s time with Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service, he has helped to reduce the number of

IN TUNE: Above, the new Corby orchestra in action, photo courtesy of Lorraine Dziarkowska. Right, Arun Ghosh, photo courtesy of William Ellis.

A NEW Corby International Orchestra has been established, led by internationally celebrated British-Asian clarinettist, composer and music educator Arun Ghosh, in residency at The Core at Corby Cube.

The aim was to create a new orchestra, drawn from Corby’s communites and reflecting the town’s musical and cultural diversity.

And all those armed with an instrument and a reasonable musical ability interested in being part of the new orchestra went along to join a taster workshop held earlier this month at The Core. It attracted some 30 players with a good mix of instruments – strings, brass, percussion, (drums, tablas, bongos, triangle), acoustic and bass guitars, keyboards and singers joined in.

The orchestra is now developing new music to be performed at 4pm at The Core as the

finale to Corby’s International Day on Saturday September 5. It is then hoped the new orchestra will take up residency at The Core at Corby Cube in the autumn.

Helen Willmott, programme manager at the Made in Corby consortium, which masterminded the event, said: “The new Corby International Orchestra will be an exciting joint venture in collaboration with The Core at Corby Cube, CVCS and Cllr Mary Butcher. It’s an excellent opportunity for musicians from all of Corby’s communities to create a new song cycle together.”

Rehearsals for the first public performance on September 5 (tickets will be on sale soon) will be held August 24-28 and September 1-4 at The Core.

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incidents by half and he was awarded the Queen’s Fire Service Medal in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list in 2013.

County council leader Cllr Jim Harker said: “His leadership and dedication to public service have played a key role in transforming the county’s fire service into one we can be proud of.

I would like to wish him the very best for his welldeserved retirement.”

Cllr André Gonzalez de Savage, county council cabinet member for public protection, strategic infrastructure and economic growth, said: “After 31 years in the UK fire service and nine years with our authority as chief fire officer, Martyn’s 100 per cent commitment to delivering a robust and innovative fire and rescue service has left it in a better and stronger place.

“He has ensured that we are nationally leading the way in fire and police integration, making Northamptonshire a safer and better place to live. For that, we are very grateful and we wish Martyn all the very best in the future for his next challenge.”

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Guns discovered

POLICE have recovered four firearms from a property in Wellingborough.

Workmen called police to an address in the town after finding the weapons while carrying out renovations on Friday July 17.

Officers attended and found two assembled shotguns, an assembled rifle, one dismantled shotgun and ammunition, which had been stored in the roof of the house.

Wellingborough Inspector Lara Alexander-Lloyd, said: “We believe these guns had been stored in the property for some time and they have now been taken away so we can gather any evidence that may be available from them.

“The workmen who found them did the right thing in contacting us as soon as they discovered them.

“We continue to work with local people to explain the dangers of illegally holding firearms and the risk people face by keeping them, not only to themselves but others.

“If anyone has a firearm they want to dispose of, or discovers one, they should call us on 101 and we will discuss the safe collection of the item.”

Earlier this month, two shotguns were recovered from a house on the Queensway estate in Wellingborough by police officers, who searched the property. The house was one of a number searched in that area on Wednesday July 15.

Three people were arrested and have since been released on bail while police enquiries continue.

Celebration of heritage

HERITAGE organisations from across the county were recognised earlier this month at the Northamptonshire Museum and Historic Houses Forum’s Heritage Awards, which celebrate the work of almost 50 museums, historic houses and organisations.

Northamptonshire has the highest concentration of historic houses in England as well as almost 50 museums, most of which are run by passionate volunteers. This sector plays a vital role in attracting visitors to the county each year.

At the ceremony, held at St Peter’s Church, Oundle on Thursday July 16, winners included Kettering Museum and Art Gallery – which won Heritage Site of the year – and also Desborough Heritage Centre, which scooped the People’s Choice Award, a publicly-voted category reflecting the population of Northamptonshire’s favourite heritage destinations, supported by BBC Radio Northampton.

The awards are organised by a sub-committee of the Northamptonshire Museums and Historic Houses Forum (NMHHF), a network run by a volunteer committee, dedicated to supporting and developing heritage organisations in the county.

The awards were sponsored by Museum Development East Midlands, BBC Radio, the county council and the Northamptonshire Community HERITAGE HEROES: All the award-winners line up. Photo courtesy of Carole Bancroft-Turner, forum co-ordinator.

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The award-winners are: Best Exhibition: Highly Commended Kettering Museum and Art Gallery for #selfies exhibition; WINNER Oundle Museum for ‘Oundle 1851’ Exhibition.

Best Event: WINNER Canon’s Ashby (National Trust) for A Victorian Christmas at Canon’s Ashby.

Community Award: Highly Commended

Desborough Heritage Centre for ‘Exchanging Museums’; WINNER Kettering Museum and Art Gallery for ‘Kettering Faces of the First World War’.

Best Volunteer Project: Highly Commended Rushden Museum for ‘Rushden’s journey through the First World War’; WINNER – Towcester Museum for ‘Volunteers celebrating the history of Towcester’.

Best Special Project: Highly Commended Kettering Museum and Art Gallery for ‘On the Wagon, Kettering’s Temperance Portraits’; WINNER Canon’s Ashby for the ‘Brew House Bookshop’.

People’s Choice Award: Desborough Heritage Centre.

Heritage Site of the Year: Kettering Museum and Art Gallery.

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Elderly man hurt in park attack

A MAN in his 80s was attacked as he walked through a park in Corby.

The man was walking through Coronation Park when he was attacked sometime between 10.30pm and 11.30pm on Saturday June 27. Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

After he was knocked to the ground, a number of items were stolen from the victim’s pockets, including a brown leather wallet, cash, his glasses and bank cards.

Fortunately, passers-by called an ambulance to help the man and he was taken to hospital where he received treatment for concussion.

Anyone who knows anything about the incident can call Northamptonshire Police on: 101. Alternatively, call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 555 111, or use the anonymous online form: www. crimestoppers-uk.org

Woman was shot

A WOMAN in Wellingborough was shot at with a ball bearing gun by a group of men.

The incident happened just after midnight on Saturday July 11, in the Rylstone/Wordsworth Road area of the town.

The woman needed hospital treatment and police officers have asked anyone who knows anything about the incident to contact them on: 101.

Alternatively, call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 555 111 or use the anonymous online form: www.crimestoppers-uk.

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TAKING THE PLUNGE: Thumbe up from Joanne Goodliffe during the jump and above right, she presents the cheque for £684 to play specialists Louise McKerral and Claire Green on Skylark Ward.

INTREPID Joanne Goodliffe has raised an amazing £684 for Kettering General Hospital’s children’s ward by plunging 13,000ft from a plane.

Joanne (28), from Rothwell, performed the breathtaking feat during a tandem skydive recently at Hinton Airfield near Brackley.

She raised £684 for Skylark Ward and £684 for the Derby Asbestos Support Team (DAST).

She said: “I wanted to do something challenging and at the same time raise some money for good causes.

“I chose the children’s ward at KGH because my nephew, Maison, needed

care there and we were very impressed by what the ward does.

“I raised money for DAST because my uncle died of asbestosis five years ago and the support group were very helpful to him during his illness.”

Joanne raised the money with the help of family, friends and work colleagues at Wacoal Europe in Desborough.

Kettering General Hospital’s play specialist Louise McKerral said: “We very much appreciate Joanne’s amazing effort. We will use the money to buy toys to help enhance the experience of children who need to come to the ward.”

Corby’s gymnast son brings year-round sunshine to town!

CORBY-born Olympic Gymnast, Daniel Keatings, is bringing a summery glow to the area all year round – by opening a new business: the Sun Shack.

After recovering from torn ligaments in his ankle in 2012, Daniel decided that he wanted to start looking into career options for when he retires from competitive Gymnastics. Daniel knew he would like to start up his own businesses in his home town and, after much thought and looking into different options, decided to open a Tanning Salon.

Once Daniel had his vision in place, the ideal venue was

sourced by Corby Borough Council, which offered general assistance in getting started. As Daniel doesn’t have any plans soon to retire from the sport he loves, the Sun Shack will be a family affair and will be managed by his sister, Charlotte Keatings.

Daniel said: ‘The Sun Shack opened its doors and started trading on Friday July 3 and I am very grateful for the help and advice the council gave me in getting things started.

“I am pleased to be officially opening the shop. To be able to start a business up in my home town is a great feeling and something I am very proud of.”

OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Daniel (left), Charlotte and Rob Keatings at the official opening of the Sun Shack in Pytchley Court.

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National hero award for former mayor Judy TIRELESS work in the community has won a national ward for former town mayor Judy Caine.

The Corby councillor was presented with the ‘Public Sector Hero Award’ for her support of young people in education, music and professional development.

Nominated by Mandy Young – co-founder of Corby’s Adrenaline Alley – Judy proudly accepted her award at an official ceremony in London last Monday, July 20.

Locality’s Public Sector Awards is an annual national awards ceremony that aims to recognise those in the public sector who go above and beyond the call of duty for the good of their local community.

Mandy Young put Judy’s name forward for recognition for the hard work she does for Corby, particularly in the Oakley Vale area – the ward she represents. Judy helps partner Paul Balmer – who was himself presented with the BBC Music Day’s Unsung Hero Award last month – working with local youth band The Oakley Rangers.

Mandy said: “After suffering a near fatal brain haemorrhage and moving to Corby nine years ago, Judy has worked tirelessly in our community to support young people in education, learning and music.

“In 2013-2014, Judy was Mayor of Corby and continues to represent Corby as a local councillor. She is committed to many local organisations as a director/ trustee, including Adrenaline Alley. She and her partner, Paul, started up The Oakley Rangers; a youthled initiative helping other people in the community to fulfil their potential or helping others that may need support or just company.

“As a musician, Judy works alongside Paul to offer free music lessons to young people on Saturday mornings in return for their voluntary services on the estate to pick up litter to keep the community clean.

“In the past, Judy has been on the board of governors for Oakley Vale Primary School and has been a consistent and popular lady in the Corby community.

In all the voluntary and business services she provides via her Community Interest Company, she is passionate about involving students and young people to learn professional methods to up-skill them for the future. She has encouraged many people to become volunteers, increasing services and activities provided

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Police clamp down on youth alcohol LOCAL police have launched a three-month proxy-purchasing campaign, with the aim of reducing incidents of antisocial behaviour and alcoholharm in young people.

Proxy purchasing is where adults buy alcohol on behalf of an underage person. Police want to raise awareness of the fact that the purchase of alcohol for children is illegal, with a fine of up to £5,000 if prosecuted in a court of law.

Officers can also issue on-thespot fines of £90 if somebody is caught buying alcohol for a young person.

According to statistics, 36 per cent of all crimes committed by people under the age of 18 take place while the perpetrator is under the influence of alcohol.

Over the coming weeks, officers will be patrolling hot-spot areas where young people congregate and will be raising awareness of the dangers of underage alcohol consumption.

They will also be encouraging retailers to adopt a policy not to sell alcohol when there is any doubt about a person’s age and to display statutory signs and deterrent posters.

Specialists wanted for craft fair

MEMBERS of Kettering’s KOS Musical Theatre Company are organising a fundraising Craft Fair at Cranford Hall for the weekend of August 29 and 30 and, although they have many good quality stalls already booked, they are looking for a specialist who makes sweets and chocolates and one who sells garden plants. Call Joan: 01536 516714 or Sue: 01536 503454 if you can help.

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LOCAL HERO: Judy Caine with her Public Sector Hero Award. for local communities.”

On winning her award, Judy said: “It was a real honour to have been nominated for this award, not only for the work I very proudly do as a Corby Borough Councillor, but also for the work I do as a trustee for two local charities and for the work I do in the local community in general.

“I am very flattered that Mandy nominated me and very humbled by the wording on the Locality Public Sector Hero Award acknowledging me ‘for providing exemplary support, encouragement, advice and guidance to local community organisations’ – something that Mandy Young, as one of the founding members of Corby’s own prestigious Adrenaline Alley, knows all about.”

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WITNESSES are being asked to come forward after an incident in Robin Lane, Wellingborough, on Thursday July 23 at about 12.45pm, in which offenders reached through a letterbox to set fire to a front-door curtain.

Luckily, the fire was extinguished promptly and did not cause any injuries. However, the incident could have been a lot more serious.

One of the offenders was black with a slim build, about 5ft 8in tall, in his late 30s to early 40s

with short, greying hair and a beard. He wore a red T-shirt and a black body warmer.

The second man was white with a medium build, also about 5ft 8in and in his mid-30s. He was bald with a tattoo from his neck leading down to his chest, and wore a blue T-shirt and a black body warmer.

If you have information, call Northamptonshire Police on: 101, the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 555 111, or use the anonymous online form: www. crimestoppers-uk.org

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Loyalty competition entry bears fruit!

PRIZED BASKET: Winner Paul Hickman collects his prize from Julian Line, with competition organiser Dean Granger from Wellingborough Norse and market trader representative Tony Mawdsley. They are pictured from left – Tony, Paul Dean and Julian.

Theft victim broke hip

AN elderly man was followed into an alleyway on Havelock Street in Kettering by an offender who then stole his wallet.

The victim, who was on crutches, fell and broke his hip as a result of the shock caused by the incident, which happened on Sunday July 12 at about 6.30pm.

The offender is described as a white man in his early 20s with dark curly hair and a slim build, about 5ft 8in, cleanshaven and wearing a blue jacket and jeans.

Officers investigating the incident are keen to speak to a man they think may have witnessed the incident, and had walked past the offender just before it happened. The witness is a white man, of medium build, with receding hair and was wearing a light-blue T-shirt and jeans, carrying a green bag.

Building site raided

OFFICERS are appealing for witnesses after a new-build construction site in Stephenson way, Corby, was broken into between Friday July 10 and Monday 13th.

Offender/s removed a pvc door, probably looking for copper piping and boilers, causing extensive damage in the process. They may have been using a van.

Broke in via window

A LARGE amount of jewellery was stolen from a house in Shakespeare Road, Kettering, sometime between 9.30am and 12.30pm on Friday July 17.

After getting in through a rear window, the thieves searched the house and took jewellery.

Thieves fled on bikes

THIEVES stole electrical items from a factory in Medlicott Close on the Oak Hay Industrial Estate, Corby, after smashing a window to get into the building between 5.15am and 5.33am on Tuesday July 21.

But the two burglars were disturbed and fled on bicycles – one a lime green cycle which had white detailing and the other a smaller black bike. Both men were white and about 30 years old. One was about 5ft 9in, slim and clean shaven.

He wore a grey woolly hat, grey bomber jacket and blue jeans.

The second man was about 6ft 2in, lean, and had a dark, scruffy beard. He was wearing black clothing and wore a black woolly hat.

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ONE lucky shopper has won a luxury basket of fruit and vegetables after taking part in a competition at Wellingborough Market.

The competition began during a Love Your Local Market promotion in May. Customers were given a special loyalty card which needed to be stamped each time they visited the market. They had to collect at least three stamps from different traders on three separate dates to take part.

Paul Hickman won the top prize after his completed loyalty card was selected at random from more than 50 entries.

He collected his prize from stall holder Julian Line of J&P Fresh Fruit & Veg on Saturday.

Dean Granger from Wellingborough Norse – which manages the market on behalf of the council – said: “Love Your Local Market fortnight was a Government-backed, national campaign to encourage people all over the country to rediscover and support their local markets.

“We ran a number of activities to help bring more people to our market during the campaign, including the loyalty card competition.

“We’re pleased with how successful it was.

“We’re working hard to encourage more shoppers. The more customers we have, the more we can promote Wellingborough Market as a worthwhile place for new traders to come and set up their businesses, which will be good for everyone.”

Paul added: “I was really shocked when I got the call to say I’d won. It’s not often you win something, so I’m really pleased.

“We shop at the market a lot and we get all our fruit and veg here as it’s fresh and very competitively priced. We’ve got visitors with us at the moment and will be making a big fruit salad with our prize.”

Fruit and veg trader Julian Line said: “The loyalty card competition was a brilliant way to encourage people up to the market.

“We need to do more of these kinds of things to help show people just how much Wellingborough market has to offer.”

Annual canvass begins

EAST Northamptonshire residents will start receiving their annual electoral registration canvass forms from today.

East Northamptonshire Council (ENC) is sending a letter, known as a Household Enquiry Form (HEF), to every home in the district. The letter will be addressed to the occupier and will contain the details of all those in the household who are registered to vote.

Residents are being asked to confirm the details of those living at that address are correct. Anyone in the household can respond. The information requested is required by law. Not responding or providing false information can result in a £1,000 fine.

Residents who do not reply by the end of August will be sent a reminder, then another at the end of September. A canvasser will personally visit households not responding after this date.

Making a show of excellent student awards

PROUD MOMENT: Latimer Arts College students receive their awards.

THE Latimer Arts College celebrated its third annual ‘Pride of Latimer’ awards earlier this month at The Lighthouse Theatre in Kettering, welcoming more than 500 parents, carers and supporters to a spectacular evening of performance and presentations, showcasing the very best in student achievement.

The event recognised more than 100 Latimer students for their excellence across a range of categories, including: Creativity & Innovation; Student Choice; Sports Personality; Community Spirit; Rising Stars; and the Spirit of Latimer Award.

Students also entertained the audience with musical hits from The Latimer Vocal Groups, The Collaborative Choir and a popular dance performance to ‘Heroes’ by Alesso featuring Tove Lo. College principal, Siobhan Hearne, said: “All our students work hard, both academically and through their contributions to the community.

This is a great opportunity to say thank you to them publicly. I’m very proud we can celebrate their achievements in this unique way.”

Rowan Ramsay (Year 13) won an Excellence Award in Business Studies. He said: “It’s fantastic to be recognised for all the hard work I’ve done. I’m now hoping to go on to university to study sports management and eventually use my skills working in a business environment.”

Emily-May Eccles (Year 13) won an Excellence Award in Music, Community Spirit and a coveted Pride of Latimer Award. She also runs the college’s Collaborative Choir for Year 2s through to Year 6.

She said: “I really enjoy getting involved in the music department and helping the younger children develop their confidence through music and dance. To receive awards like this is really phenomenal.”

Students and guests also enjoyed a talk from the Reverend Richard Coles, Parish Priest of St Mary the Virgin in Finedon – the former 80s pop icon from the chart-topping band The Communards.

Rev Coles said: “I’m delighted to have been invited to talk to The Latimer Arts College’s students and share my thoughts on the opportunities open to them.

“I’ll be telling them to get out there, because opportunity rarely comes to the door. It’s very easy to get anxious about the state of the world, but one lesson I’ve learnt is that it will all be OK in the end.”

Sponsors for the evening included Balance Health Clubs, The Lighthouse Theatre, Morrisons, Wicksteed Park; 1st Reaction Security LTD; Weetabix, and The Latimer Arts College Governors.

All aboard for better shelters BUS shelters in Kettering town centre are being upgraded.

Dismantling the old shelters was due to take two weeks and now three weeks of construction works to install new foundations for the bus shelters and power supplies will be undertaken by Northamptonshire Highways, on behalf

of Kettering Borough Council.

Once the foundations are complete the new shelters will be bolted down and opened to the public in Newlands Street.

This part of the scheme will take two weeks to complete.

During this time there will be temporary bus stops and services will run as usual.

Everything is being done to ensure that the works are completed quickly and with minimum disruption.

The new shelters

will resemble the one pictured here, although painted black to match existing street furniture within the town centre.

Pupils embark on European summer adventure STUDENTS from Manor School Sports College, Raunds, have visited a number of European countries as part of its summer residential programme.

Year 7 students set off for France earlier this month with their first destination being the Canadian World War 1 memorial Vimy Ridge – one student of Canadian descent was looking for relatives. The group also enjoyed sightseeing in Paris and visits to the Cite des Sciences and the Stade de France. Finally, students went on a tour of a chocolate factory in Beussent.

Year 9 students headed to Germany, visiting Cologne Cathedral then enjoying a trip along the

Rhine and visits to the Lindt chocolate factory and the German Sport and Olympic Museum.

A trip was also made to the Moehne and Sorpe dams – targeted in 1943 by the Dambusters.

On the last day, students visited Phantasialand near Bonn.

Students from Years 11 to 13 enjoyed a music and dance tour of Lake Geneva in Switzerland, performing in a number of concerts in Lausanne, Morgins and Evian and also visiting the Montreux Jazz Festival.

A good time was had by all and the school thanks everyone involved in the organisation of these trips.

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Pets at risk from worms

Regular worming key to prevention, advises PDSA Summertime usually means warmer weather and lazy days outdoors. But, while many people enjoy the summer sunshine, spending more time outdoors can increase the risk of parasitic worms to our dogs or cats, because of worm eggs that can remain viable in the environment for years.

“Worms are parasites that live inside the body,” says Vicki Larkham-Jones, PDSA Vet. “There are many different types that can affect pets, but the most common are roundworms and tapeworms which normally affect dogs and cats.”

“Roundworms live in the small intestine. A mild infection can cause a pot-belly in puppies and kittens, poor growth and occasional diarrhoea. A more severe infection in young puppies can cause a life-threatening blockage of the intestines. In adult dogs and cats, a severe infection can cause poor coat condition, vomiting and diarrhoea. Sometimes entire live worms are vomited or passed in the pet’s faeces, which an owner might see.

“Like roundworms, adult tapeworms also live in the small intestine. They shed segments which are passed in the faeces, and can sometimes be seen around the tail and surrounding area. An owner may see these – they look like grains of rice – and pets might excessively lick or groom the area. Part of the tapeworm’s lifecycle involves fleas, so good flea control is an important part of prevention. Thanks to funding from players of People’s Postcode Lottery we’re now able to educate more pet owners than ever

Keeping Rabbits in the Summer Sun

Heat can kill rabbits fairly quickly – if you think your dog can die in a car, a rabbit can die in a hutch just as easily.

So here are some pointers to try to help keep them cool. It is important to remember that just like us each rabbit is different and will tolerate heat differently, making it vital you observe your pet daily.

How do I keep my rabbit cool?

- Make sure your bunny is out of the sun. If they are confined to a cage or small room for part of the day, be sure that there is plenty of shady space for them to rest - If you place a tile in the freezer overnight and then put it in the hutch when it starts to get warm through the day, the rabbit will lie on this to keep cool (but don’t place it in the sun or it will get very hot) - Set up a fan that will breeze past your rabbit without blowing directly on them all day - You can also drape a damp towel over part of the cage so the fan will blow through the towel and create cooler breeze. Just remember not to leave the cord where your rabbit can get to it!

- Place a few ice cubes in their water bottle so the water is kept cool - Mist rabbit’s ears. Rabbits lose heat through their ears and misting them will help keep the rab-

bit cool - Brush out excessive fur. If you have a longhaired rabbit, consider cropping your bunny’s coat short for the summer months - Fill one or two-litre bottles with water and freeze them. Once frozen, put the frozen water bottle in your rabbit hutch so he can lean against it to keep cool - Be especially watchful of rabbits over five years old, ones who are overweight or incapacitated. They tend to be more sedentary and may not get up to drink water if they are too hot. This can quickly lead to dehydration, which can lead to death or other health problems - If it’s unbearably hot and your house is cooler than outside, bring your rabbits indoors if possible and let them run around outside once the hottest part of the day has passed What do I do if you think your rabbit has heat stroke?

Rabbits don’t actually pant to keep cool, so if you see your rabbit with his mouth open and breathing quickly they may have heat stroke. Do not submerge them in cold water, as this could place the rabbit in shock. Dampen his ears and body with cool water, then get them to the Vet straight away.

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before about the risks posed by worms and how sometimes these infections can prove deadly.”

Both cats and dogs should be wormed regularly throughout their life to prevent worm infections. Puppies and kittens should be wormed at regular intervals from an early age –speak to your vet to find out what’s best for your pet. Cat owners also need to follow precautions including careful disposal of cat litter every day and washing their hands thoroughly afterwards.

It’s not just a pet’s health that can be affected by worms; they can pose a real health risk to humans too. Some worms and other parasites can be passed onto humans from cats and dogs which can prove particularly dangerous for children and pregnant women, causing blindness and birth defects.

In particular, the dog roundworm, Toxocara canis, can pose a serious danger to humans.

Its eggs are found in dog faeces and can contaminate objects and surfaces. For example, flies that feed on dog faeces can spread the eggs. In addition, if a person inadvertently touches faeces and doesn’t wash their hands properly, the eggs can be ingested. Most at risk are children who have contact with family pets or who play in public parks where dogs have been. The larvae, which develops inside the person, can cause blindness. Toxocara eggs can remain infectious in the ground for many years, which is why dog faeces must be disposed of responsibly, and dogs should be wormed regularly.

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Against all odds: turning to art after illness

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ARTISTIC VIEW: Corby-based correspondent Tom Bingham is wellknown for his love of local history and his connection to the arts (as well as his handmade guitars!).

Here, he meets local artist Tom Wilkinson.

If you have an arts or local history story for Tom to explore, email him via Extra Local: newsdesk@extranewspapers.co.uk

UNDAUNTED: Tom Wilkinson has been plagued by poor health, but has found a state of grace in his artwork.

Below, his work depicting ‘Ladies at a 1920 Regatta’ and left, his portrait of Scotland’s favourite poet, Robert Burns.

COMMISSIONED ART: Examples of Wilkinson’s work include ‘Macy’s Christening’ and ‘Kirsty’.

BLIGHTED by recurring illness most of his working life, local man Tom Wilkinson throws me a big smile and tells me how much better off he is than so many other people.

Life, he proclaims, “is worth living”.

Corby-born Tom Wilkinson (62) is passionate about his art and the inspiration for most of his work comes from his home-town – Corby. Tom says: “My art is not about making money, I would rather give my work away than have it locked away in an attic!”

Tom turned to art after suffering life-changing brain and face trauma at the age of 15; a result of a 50ft fall on Glencoe in Scotland while on a school trip.

Although his work in acrylics is mainly portrait/ figurative, he has recently been experimenting using different materials making 3D sculptures.

Tom – a very familiar face around Corby town – has suffered ill-health over a prolonged period, but even at his lowest point of depression found his art to be his saving grace and has been painting for the last 15 years. Even today he is struggling with arthritis, heart problems and epilepsy.

With his wife Jean they were jointly awarded the Anne Mcwatt Award, which recognises significant efforts in involving service users and carers in trust activities, after helping out with the Corby’s Creative Minds programme for nearly seven years.

Influenced by Max Thorek and Paul Wright, Wilkinson’s paintings have appeared in Market Harborough, Pytchley, Wellingborough and many other venues throughout the county. He says: “I believe a portrait should capture the essence of a person’s uniqueness, it’s an opportunity to go beyond mere representation and to bring drama and impact to the image.”

By the application of many layers of transparent paint, Tom achieves portraits that are deep, rich and luminous, which enhances the immediacy for the sitter.

Painting portrait commissions – and Tom has done many, especially of local people – unfortunately leaves him with very few paintings to actually exhibit. His work is constantly in demand, but rarely is seen as a collected exhibition.

One of Tom’s other great passions is re-enacting and dressing up in 1940s attire – it’s a period in time he particularly enjoys.

Working from home, he often offers his work for auction and in the past has raised money for local charities such as the Macmillan Charity Ball.

He says: “Art keeps me sane!

“When I consider all the health problems I have encountered, my art has got me through, as has of course my wife Jean – that goes without saying.”

If you are looking to commission a portrait, contact Tom on Facebook where he has a gallery of some of his work, or via his mobile: 07780 594351.

WILKINSON’S WORK: Above left, the dramatic ‘Red Kites’ and left, Tom’s artistic homage to guitarist John Renbourn.

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007 and festivals set records

STUART & KATY Monday to Thursday 04.00 – 06.00 Jenni Falconer 06.00 – 10.00 Stuart Miles & Katy Hil 10.00 – 13.00 Toby Anstis 13.00 – 16.00 Matt Wilkinson 16.00 – 19.00 Matt Jarvis 19.00 – 22.00 Roberto 22.00 – 01.00 Zoe Hardman

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THERE was a really interesting report on Sky News recently about how music fans are increasingly travelling from overseas to see their favourite bands perform live at British Festivals and concerts. According to the report, since 2011, music tourism has grown by 34% with 9.5 million people making long journeys to events here in the UK. Of those, more than half a million were from other countries, with each one being worth around £750 to UK Business.

DJ and music producer Rob da Bank, who set up ‘Bestival’ on the Isle of Wight in 2004, says incorporating a music event into a bigger holiday is happening more often. "They come a couple of days early and they enjoy the island," he said. Many Bestival-goers, he added, come from Austria and France, or travel down from Scotland. "The head of the Isle of Wight tourism said it's so amazing for them, as we bring millions into the economy. "Taxis, shops, restaurants ... the whole economy benefits from these festivals, so I'm glad we can pass that on."

In its first 24 hours after going online the new 007 trailer for Spectre, notched up 4.5 million plays on YouTube - the equivalent of 3,000 plays per minute. Spectre gets its world premiere in London on 26 October and is released to the public in the UK and Ireland on the same day. So what have we learned from the new full length trailer?

• Bond is in a bit of bother with his boss! The trailer starts with Daniel Craig being reprimanded by M for going rogue in Mexico City and causing a very large explosion.

• 007's all new Aston Martin - the DB10 - takes centre stage again, and it's the quickest so far: "0-60 in 3.2 seconds". A brief chase clip sees Bond flicking a button and firing flames out the back to smoke another car pursuing him.

• An ominous-looking silver ring etched with the Spectre octopus sign features prominently - the trailer hints it belongs to Christoph Waltz's character.

• The big-money set-piece takes place in the Austrian mountains. The trailer shows Daniel Craig flying a plane through a forest, and skimming the ground in a dramatic chase sequence.

• Spectre's meetings take place, somewhat predictably, in a grandioselooking shadowy room and feature lots of men in dark suits.

• Waltz's character, Oberhauser, has been toying with Bond for years.

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• Bond missed chances to do away with Oberhauser in the past: "You came across me so many times, yet you never saw me. What took you so long?"

• A trio of Bond girls feature in the movie - Italian actress Monica Bellucci, French star Lea Seydoux and Mexican actress Stephanie Sigman

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MEET THE CRUSHER! Dan Patrick will master the Blaster truck.

Motorsport legend at monster truck show AMERICAN Monster Truck legend Dan Patrick is flying into the UK to star in this year’s UK Monster Truck Nationals event at Santa Pod Raceway near Wellingborough on Sunday August 9. Special guest Dan will drive the Blaster Monster Truck which was custom built in Ohio by his company Patrick Enterprises for Welsh racer Ian Jones and imported into the UK. Event organiser Neil English said: “This is a massive scoop for both the show and all Monster Truck fans in the UK as Dan Patrick truly is one of the world’s biggest names in Monster Trucking. Dan pioneered the famous Samson Monster Truck team that has pushed forward the boundaries of monster truck design worldwide.

Visitors are set for a very special treat with Dan behind the wheel.”

Dan will be taking to the wheel for head-to-head competition as well as putting Blaster through its paces in the ever-popular Freestyle section, crushing cars and caravans and even flying over a bus to thrill the crowds.

To book tickets, visit: monstertrucknationals.co.uk Advance tickets are: adults £13, child £5, family £35.

ARTS & CULTURE Monday to Saturday Exhibition of Corby’s rich history. The Heritage Centre tells the story of Corby’s long association with iron and steel making. 75-77 High Street, Old Village, Corby, NN17 1UU – Open from 2pm4pm, Monday to Friday and 9am12.30pm on Saturdays, Continuous Alfred East Art Gallery, Sheep St, Kettering, Entry is FREE The Alfred East Gallery has a regular series of changing exhibitions by local artists, as well as a permanent collection gallery displaying the work of Sir Alfred East, T. C. Gotch and others. Contact: 01536 534274 WEA course: 1066 - More than just a battle A nine week course with tutor Elaine Rawlinson. More information from 01536 711837 Tuesday 2-3.30pm Fee £52 for 9 meetings. Or free if in receipt of a means tested benefit or low household income (less than £15276pa) The Lounge, Madams Gardens, Rushton RD, Rothwell, Northamptonshire NN14 6EX Today, Tue 3 Mar, Tue 10 Mar Contact telephone: 01604 813445 CLASSES

FUN IN THE SUN: Members of the Papworth Trust Holiday Club are all set for a summer of activities. Elizabeth Farr particularly enjoys the bowling the club offers Holiday club brings fun. FUN and games for young people with additional needs or disabilities are on the agenda this summer thanks to popular holiday clubs run by the Papworth Trust.

There is something for everyone at the Fun United Youth Club held throughout August at Kettering and Wellingborough. The Kettering club runs every Tuesday in August at Melton Street Community Centre with a trip to Wicksteed Park taking place on Wednesday August 12. Other activities include science parties, arts and crafts and an animals for parties morning session on Tuesday August 18.

In Wellingborough, activities including bowling, arts and crafts and a disco will be held on Wednesdays August 5, 19 and 26 at Swanspool Pavilion in Swanspool Parade.

Alison Merrilees, transitions business manager at the charity, said: “The Fun United youth clubs offer children with additional needs and disabilities a great chance to enjoy new things.” Available to young people between the ages of 11 and 17, each session runs between 10am and 3pm and costs £5, with transport between each site supplied. To book a place or find out more about the clubs, call Alison on: 07792 204892 or email: info@papworthtrust.org.uk Sensory play for babes and tots. The summer may be here but the fun continues in the county! Award-winning children’s activity leaders Donna Smith and Amy George are reminding local families about weekly get-togethers with the Hartbeeps group, for young children. The groups are for babies and toddlers and involve making music, enjoying multi-sensory play and having fun! Suitable for youngsters from birth to five years old, Amy and Donna run classes around the area and another Hartbeeps group is being launched in Raunds at the end of October on Tuesdays – call Amy for more details on 07775 877093 or email amy@hartbeeps.com There are also sessions on Mondays in Kettering at Kids Play (10.30am), Wednesdays at the Masonic Hall in Rushden – 9.30am for walkers and 10.30am for sitting to toddling age groups. On Fridays the group meets at Telford Lodge I Kettering, 10am. Donna@ hartbeeps.com or call: 07584 033108.

Tuesdays (6.30pm) Zumba classes in The Bede House, Higham Ferrers, NN10 8BT. Led by Michelle J. Just turn up 10 minutes before each class – £4. Other class times, dates, locations, tel: 07974809003 for details or visit: www.zumbann10.com Mondays (11am) New Absolute Beginners line dance class, every Monday morning from 11.00 am until 12.00pm at Earls Barton Working Men’s Club,Queen street, Earls Barton. £4 pay as you go. Contact Karen for more details on 07941762416 or karendance@hotmail.co.uk Tuesdays Zumba with Jane in Kettering. Ditch the Workout, Join the Party. Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Forget the workout, just lose yourself in the music and find yourself in shape at the original dancefitness party. Zumba®classes feature exotic rhythms set to... View more details - Zumba with Jane in Kettering on Tuesdays Top Floor, Tailby House, Bath Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire NN16 8NL EVENTS Every Wednesday Family fun at park As spring approaches, local people are reminded of the range of evening activities on offer at Corby’s West Glebe Park. Spaces for the popular SHAPE Dance and Happenin’ sessions at West Glebe Pavilion have become available – but they are limited and will fill quickly, so don’t delay. SHAPE Dance is for four to 16-year-olds and runs on Wednesday evenings, 6-8pm. As well as being taught dance moves at the fun and friendly sessions, youngsters also

have the chance to perform twice a year with all the Corby SHAPE Dance groups in the summer and Christmas shows in the Core at Corby Cube theatre. Happenin’ is a fun social group for eight to 13-year-olds and sessions take place every Friday, 5pm-6.30pm. Youngsters can make friends while enjoying arts and crafts, sports and other activities.

To join either of the groups or for more information, contact Corby Borough Council’s Culture and Leisure Team, on: 01536 464042.

Every Monday West Glebe Park pavilion also holds Kick Boxing sessions for those aged from four, to adult. These sessions take place every Monday evening, 6.30-8.30pm and offer an activity for all the family to join. For more information, call: 07930 260 705.

Rushden Transport Museum & Railway Saturday August 8th & Sunday August 9th RHTS CYCLING FESTIVAL (No trains) Saturday Events · Decorated Bicycle and Wheelchair Parade · Obstacle course · Treasure Hunt · Vintage Cycles · Bike Checks · Bike Security Marking · Buffet Car · Real Ale Bar Sunday Events · 6/12 mile guided cycle rides to Stanwick Lakes/ Thrapston · 30 miles Road Run · Buffet Car · Real Ale Bar (Helmets must be worn at all times , no helmet, no ride) All attractions subject to availability Saturday August 15th MURDER MYSTERY The fun starts at 6pm.

Question the suspects and watch the plot unfold whilst enjoying a three course meal served on the train.

Ticket prices: £35 per head, which includes your meal, a complementary drink, a quiz and a prize for the most imaginative fancy dress! Booking required.

RUSHDEN STATION. Station Approach, Rushden NN100AW www.rhts.co.uk 01933 353111 Saturday 1 August and Sunday 2 August Weldon Art Exhibition Home made refreshments available Come along and view this wonderful collection of pastels, oils, watercolour and many more art mediums.

Many are for sale. so why not join us in celebrating local talent. 10.00 a.m. til 4.00 p.m. Free of charge Weldon Village Hall Northamptonshire Contact telephone: 07590024939 Saturday August 1 – Hussites invade Wellingborough! The visiting Hussites from 15th century Bohemia will set up camp at the Wellingborough Museum (Castle Way NN8 1XB) for a display – demonstrating their way of life and their cookery.

Sunday 2 August . Higham Ferrers Chichele Classic Car Show 2015 The Rotary Club of Rushden Chichele are holding a Classic Car Show in the historic town of Higham Ferrers. As well as classic vehicles there will be stallholders selling a variety of goods,a Hog Roast and other

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Public viewing from 11am to 4pm Donations to Rotary Charities are requested from the public visiting the Show. The Castle Fields ,Kimbolton Road,Higham Ferrers, NN10 8DU Sunday 2 August - It Don’t Mean A Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing Big Band Concert featuring the Ian Bufton Big Band playing the music of Glenn Miller through to todays modern compositions. The concert will be at Higham Ferrers Band Club.

Tickets will be £5. There will also be a raffle.

Concert starts 7.30p.m. Doors open 7.00p.m Tickets £5 Higham Ferrers Band Club , 7 Wharf Road, Higham Ferrers, NN10 8BQ 01933 412206 or 07927 147787 Tuesday August 4 – Members (and non-members) of the Kettering Civic Society are travelling by coach to Cromford Mills, Matlock – leaving The Castle, Wellingborough, at 8.30am and the Cornmarket Hall, Kettering, at 9am. The coach will depart from Cromford Mills at 4pm. Tour the main site to discover how Richard Arkwright’s vision became a reality at Cromford when he built the world’s first water powered cotton mill. Discover the history of Cromford village, the world’s first factory community built by Sir Richard Arkwright and his son. The tour incorporates the Market Place, workers’ housing, the Lock Up and the mill water courses. Comfortable walking shoes recommended! Members £29, non–members £32. Visit www.ketteringcivicsociety.net/prog. htm for booking details.

Friday August 7 – The Whitefriars Church Retireds’ Group, Rushden, will meet 1.30-3pm at the Bridge Community Office at Whitefriars Junior School, Boughton Drive, Rushden, NN10 9HX. It will be a Beetle Drive. Admission is free and John & Celia Underwood have more details on: 01933 676989.

Dog Show 24 fun classes for all dogs (and their owners!) - including Cutest Puppy, Waggiest Tail, Special Needs, Prettiest Bitch, Most Handsome Dog, Best Trick, Best Veteran, Best Rescued/Re-homed, Happiest Young Handler and dog! Most Appealing Eyes, Best NANNA dog, Mutt of the Show (best crossbreed), Fancy Dress and Dog Which Has Not Been Placed First at This Show - and more.

Theme of ‘Superheroes’’, get your thinking caps on! Rosettes and small prizes! Refreshments and stalls. In aid of NANNA Animal Rescue (Reg. charity No. 1115238) - come and look around and meet the animals! Join us on facebook: www.facebook.com/ events/585266738245583/ ! You can find us right on the A6 at Irthlingborough (opposite the Finedon Road turning). Sponsored by Cobbydog Dog Food and others, see facebook page for full list! Starts around noon (gates open 11am). Entry fee £1 per entry (admission free but a donation would be nice ;) ) Higglety Pigglety Farm, Irthlingborough, , NN9 5UB Contact telephone: 07921215049 / 01933 650372 (10 till 10) Sunday 9 August. Music in the Park Split Whiskers blues/rock band who play 60’s /70s music will play for us again in the walled garden at Rushden Hall, Rushden, Northants.

Free for all. Bring a picnic and come and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in this beautiful setting of a Grade II listed Hall. This is one of a series of concerts arranged by Rushden Town Council on the second Sunday of each month in summer.

15:00 to 17:00 Rushden Hall Park, Rushden, Northants, Northamptonshire NN10 9NG Contact telephone: 01933 316216

We are the champions...join us for dinner! AFC Rushden &Diamonds and Community Youth are inviting you to a formal black tie evening event of good food, great fundraising and wonderful entertainment by a Freddie Mercury Tribute act. ‘Mr Mercury’ is from the QEII band – the UK’s No1 Queen Tribute Band. You can find promotional videos of them on YouTube. The date for your diary is Friday September 4 at the Kettering Park Hotel and Spa. The evening starts at 6.30pm for a 7pm sit down to a three-course meal, raffle and auction at 8.30pm. The entertainment starts at 9.30pm with a live performance and music to take you to through to midnight. Tables of ten are available – tickets are £40 per person. Call Glenis on: 07870 332606 or Tracy: 07912 437057 or to buy online, visit:goldengiving.com/event/wearethechampions

SPLAT Camp returns CORBY’S extremely popular SPLAT Camp is back to fill youngsters’ days with fun things to do – such as arts & crafts, football, archery, board games, outdoor activities, clay making and more. Book a place for £15.50 a day or £70 a week by calling Lodge Park Sports Centre: 01536 400033. SPLAT Camp is now running until Wednesday September 2, excluding weekends and Bank Holidays.

Meanwhile, ‘Muddy Mondays’ continue at East Carlton Country Park, where young ones can join woodland rangers at the park for nature walks through the woods.

There is also a programme of activities at Corby East Midlands International Pool – including Flip & Fun, Rookie Lifeguard, Surf & Turf and intensive one-to-one swimming lessons. Visit: corby.gov.uk/holidayactivities for details.

Tuesday August 11 – Wellingborough Museum (Castle Way NN8 1XB) welcomes ‘Owls To Behold’ – free admission, 10.30-3.30pm.

Thursday August 12 – A senior citizens matinee show, ‘Around Northamptonshire’ – by the Northants Film Archive Trust. Do you remember tea-drinking parties, Wicksteed Park visits and the carnivals and festivals of yesteryear?

Join in an afternoon of nostalgia via archive movies. From 2.30pm at Wellingborough Museum (Castle Way NN8 1XB) – £3 admission includes tea and biscuits. Call: 01933 276838 for more info.

Sunday August 9 – Countryside walk: A Hinwick Hike. A threemile walk on footpaths in the countryside near Hinwick. Meet at Whitefriars Junior School, Boughton Drive, Rushden, NN10 9HX, from 9.45am for a 10am departure or on the loop road through Hinwick, near Park Farm (NN29 7JB) by 10.30am.

Join the Whitefriars Church group at ‘Countryside walks near Rushden’ on Facebook for more details.

Saturday August 22 – Members (and non-members) of the Kettering Civic Society are travelling by coach from St Mary’s Hospital London Road at 2pm to the Proms 49: Mahler at London’s Royal Albert Hall. There will be free time before the concert begins at 6.30pm. Coach departs from St Mary’s Hospital, London Road 2pm allowing for free time before the concert at 6.30pm (finishes at 9.10pm). Members £39, non-members £42. Contact the secretary: kettcivic@gmail.com for more details or to book a place.

Sunday 9 August. NANNA Fun

Thursday September 10

A great afternoon for all the family at the Winwick Country Church Fete and Family Dog Show Hundreds of visitors will once again be making their way to a tiny village in Northamptonshire – population 40 – for the Winwick Country Church Fete and Family Dog Show. This year, the popular event takes place on Sunday September 6th, and the good news is, it looks like being the biggest since Winwick first started holding Fetes more than 70 years ago. Back in those days, in addition to stalls and attractions, the afternoon gave local children a rare opportunity to see a film, with straw bales to sit on, and the flickering screen projected onto a large white sheet. Fast forward 70 years, and the Fete’s nod to nostalgia is very much in evidence with visitors in 2015 having the opportunity view lots of stalls, take part in the famous Duck Race and a chance win a trip in a superb 1914 Vauxhall. There will even be a Coconut Shy, Birds of Prey, Songs of Praise in the Church, and the perennial fairground favourite - Human Fruit Machine - which has been specially made for the day. In addition to more than

50 fabulous stalls, visitors will also be able to visit an exquisite Art Exhibition, watch Duck Races in the brook and take tea whilst Lutterworth Band plays in front of The Manor. Dogs are cordially invited to bring their owners along to the Family Dog Show, and with classes including Best Gun Dog and Best Terrier Type then some fun classes including Waggiest Tail and Most Appealing Eyes, there’s something for everyone. All entries for the Dog Show are on the day.

With plenty of games for children, lots of free car parking, and toilets available on site, the Winwick Country Church Fete and Family Dog Show once again promises a perfect afternoon out in glorious Northamptonshire countryside.

The fun starts at 2p.m. with the official opening.

Everybody’s welcome!

Entrance: Adults - £2.50 Senior Citizens and Children over 12 - £1.00 Children under 12 - FREE Car parking and toilets - FREE. For further details: Sue Sherman 01788 510342 Proceeds to The Church.

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– Vince Price and Andrew Dee at Wellingborough Museum (Castle Way NN8 1XB) from 7.30pm. Tickets are £10 at the museum and on the door. Call: 01933 276838 Friday 21 to Sunday 23 August - Birdfair 2015 The British Birdwatching Fair is the event of the year if you’re into birds and wildlife!

The event at Rutland Water boasts celebrity appearances, wildlife lectures, birding cruises and a fantastic array of trade and art stands.

There are hundreds of stands selling the latest products for wildlife enthusiasts. You’ll find everything, from scopes to sculptures, binoculars to bird food, eGuides to ecoholidays! Jointly organised by the Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust and the RSPB, Birdfair encompasses the whole spectrum of the birdwatching industry whilst at the same time supporting global bird conservation. A wide range of fantastic conservation projects have been supported by Birdfair.

This year the supported Birdlife International project will protect migratory birds in the Eastern Mediterranean, including Turtle Doves, Chaffinch and Blackcaps.

Opening times 9am-5.30pm daily | Online ticket prices: 3 day entrance ticket - £31.50; Daily entrance ticket £13.50; Student daily entrance ticket £6.00 (Student ID will be required at the gate); Children under 16 go free Rutland Water Nature Reserve, Egleton, Rutland LE15 8BT Saturday 22 August - Burton Latimer Town Garage Sale Assorted stalls around the streets of Burton Latimer selling various items, including recycled home and garden items, arts and crafts, home-made produce, and much more. Come and join in the fun and find yourself a bargain. There will be maps available on the day from 7 Churchill Way, Burton Latimer, NN15 5RX. These will show the locations of the sales sites (Price £1). For further details ring 01536 398967 (Information about booking a stall - £5 each}. All booking proceeds to The Children’s Society 10 am to 3 pm The streets of Burton Latimer NN15 5RX 01536 398967 The series of Ise Valley Vagabond walks continues this month, through the summer and beyond, around the region.

The club was originally set up to support and assist with the England IML International Waendel Walk in May each year, which – like the Vagabonds group – is also based in Wellingborough.

The next walk is on Sunday June 28, starting at The Jackal, 3 High St, Thurleigh (MK44 2DB) for ten or 20km walks from 9.30am.

Next month’s is on Sunday July 5, from the Rushden Historical Transport Society (the old station), again for ten or 20km walks, from 10.30 to 1pm. Walks continue on July 26, August 23, September 20, October 18, November 1 and November 29.

Some of the walks may also have a 5km route. Walkers receive a written route description and are encouraged to walk at their own speed, enjoying the surroundings, and are requested to book in when they finish (to prevent the organiser having to go searching for them!). All the walks are recognised by the IVV, an international awards organisation, and have a start fee of £1 (75p for members). Full information is available on the Ise Valley Vagabonds’ website: www. vagabonds.org.uk or from the club secretary on: 01933 314134.

Gretton Monthly Lunches . Gretton Village Hall is the venue for the next monthly lunch only £4.00 per serving. All food is freshly prepared and with a nice choice. An optional raffle is also run. Proceeds of the event are in support of the village hall repair fund. The organisers welcome residents,ramblers,cyclists and anyone passing through the village to attend. Thank you for your continued support everyone. Further details from Liz Watt telephone 01536 772328. Do then join us on 1s July for a nice social get together over a great value lunch here in Gretton.

Make a diary date with KOS crafts Members of the KOS Musical Theatre Company are currently busy planning and organising their annual Craft Fair, which helps raise funds for forthcoming productions. This event – now celebrating 20 years – will be held in the grounds of Cranford Hall, Cranford near Kettering.

It takes place over the Bank Holiday weekend of Saturday August 29 and Sunday 30th, from 10am until 5pm, and will feature quality crafts and gifts, light lunches and cream teas, plus live entertainment. There are still a few vacancies for stallholders for hand-crafted items - if anyone is interested in applying for a stall, contact Joan on: 01536 516714.

Friday Night is pub quiz night at the Shoulder of Mutton 12 Chapel Road Weldon. Already a popular weekly event at the pub organisers welcome regular and new teams to enter. For further information please call 01536 601016. Meanwhile the Craft brewery now well established at the Shoulder of Mutton is producing some fine real ales. The latest brew Weldon Bonfire coincided with the 5th November celebrations lasted all but a day. The brewery is preparing to fire up ready for the Festive Season to cater for the high demand during this period. Please call in anytime and enjoy a drink and traditional home cooked food that has gained a fine reputation in the village of Weldon thanks to the hard work of the hosts and staff supported by their loyal customers.

Third Monday in the month at 7:30 pm.

Northamptonshire Family History Society. The Society was founded in 1976 and is a member of the Federation of Family History Societies and is also a registered charity. It now has a membership of around around 875 members, mainly from the UK but also many from overseas. If you have an interest in tracing your family beginnings and ancestors come and pay us a visit. We can give help and assistance if you want to how to start, if you are stuck or would just like a chat. Meetings are held in Northampton on the third Monday in the month at 7:30 pm.

Most of the meetings will feature a guest speaker from the world of Family History and Genealogy.

7:30pm to approx 9:00pm Archives Services Update with Daniel Williams of Northants Records Office The Cornmarket Hall, London Road, Kettering NN15 7QA Contact telephone: 01536 511864 Sundays: Rushden’s Whitefriars Church runs ‘Stepping Out’ events for the wider community on the second Sunday of the month, instead of a single church service. These include Kidz Klub (Whitefriars Junior School, 10.15am), the ‘Silver Service’ church service (with traditional hymns at the Bridge Community Office at Whitefriars, 10.30am); the Books ‘n’ More Reading Group (at the Arabica Coffee House from 10.30am); and Handy Helpers (practical help in the community).

Further details from Philip and Denise Evans: 01933 316834. Find out more about church activities, here: www.whitefriar schurch.org.uk

Wellness Monday: 11am Meet at East Carlton Park Walk, Corby Contact Kye Bishop 01536 464611 kye.bishop@corby.gov.uk Tuesday: 2.30 pm Adventure Walks Meet @ The Buttery, the Rural Shopping Yard, Castle Ashby, Northampton Cost: £4 Leader: Jason Williams (NWUK Instructor) 07957 353482 gvltdemail@gmail.com Wednesday: 10am. Meet at Leisure Centre, Desborough. This walk is on a circular, paved route around the Greenspace and is always under an hour long. Volunteers to help us lead more walks! If you are interested please contact Jenna Bartley on 01536 534284 or email jennabartley@ kettering.gov.uk for more information on courses.

CHILDREN GROUPS Rhymetime (free): Thursdays 10.30am to 11.15am at Burton Latimer Library. Contact: 0300 126 1000.

Tuesdays 10.30-11am at Corby Library.

Contact: 01536 203304 Fridays 10-10.30am at Desborough Library. Contact: 01536 711880.

Thursdays 10-10.30am at Higham Fer Nature Tots – nature activities for children under five. £3.50 per child, includes refreshments. Booking essential, telephone: 01604 810970.

Every third Tuesday of each month during term time – 10am to 11.30am – at Sywell Country Park, Washbrook

Lane, Ecton NN6 0QX. Also, every first Wednesday of each month in term time at Irchester Country Park, Gipsy Lane, Little Irchester, Wellingborough NN97DL – call 01933 276866. Also, second Thursdays at Fermyn Wood Country Park, Lyveden Road, Brigstock, Kettering NN14 3HS

day 2-3pm.

Little Harrowden Church, Main Street, Little Harrowden.

Contact Heather on: 01933 678225.

Toddler Singing and Stories with Stevie Rigsby sessions through the summer holiday on a Tuesday morning at 10am at St. Columba’s Church Hall, Studfall Avenue and a Thursday morning at 10am at Beanfield Community Centre on Beanfield Avenue. Sessions cost £2 for the first child, £1 each other sibling. Elder siblings are welcome but must be paid for and accompanied by an adult. For more information please Call Stevie 0776 124 2851. In the past my sessions at Corby Library have been the best in the county with a record 50 children and 42 adults at one session. It is a rather loud, fast, fun, singy, shakery, action packed rhyming session and needs more people to join in to make it even more fun....

Pytchley Mums & Tots Tuesdays, 10-11.30am, Pytchley School Hall. Call Dawn: 07964 225369.

Aardvark Soft Play - Every Monday & Tuesday, sensory and soft play sessions for under-fives & their grownups. Book a 50-minute play session – running 9am-3pm. Limited spaces. £2.50 per playing child: Aardvark Soft Play at Corby Masonic Complex, 27 Rockingham Road, Corby, NN17 1AD. Contact: 01536 201535 or 07889390500 or lindsey@aardvarksoftplay.com Play Mates: Tuesdays 9.30-11am at Corby Old Village Community Centre. £1.50. Contact Kelly on: 01536 201852.

Tiny Tots: Thursdays 2.15-3.15pm, term time only, at St Giles Church Community Centre, Desborough.

Stay & Play (Higham Ferrers SureStart). Mondays 9.15-10.45am at Higham Ferrers Library. Fridays 1.302.30pm at Bede House. Contact: 01933 419759.

Little Lambs: Fridays 1011.30am.

Reachout Community Church, 4 High Street, Irchester.

Contact: 01933 225525.

Little Treasures: Mondays 9.45-11.15am at Crow Hill Community Centre, Irthlingborough. Contact: 01933 225525.

Mawsley Baby & Toddler Group: Thursdays, 9.30-11am, The Centre at Mawsley, Kettering. £1.50 first child, 50p per child thereafter. Contact Sarah on: 01536 790517.

Hawthorn Berries: Mondays & Thursdays 9.15-11am, term time only, at Hawthorn Primary School Community Room, Kettering. £1 per family.

Contact: 01536 359574.

St Edwards Mums & Tots: Wednesdays 9-11am at St Edwards RC Primary School, Eastleigh Road, Kettering. £1.20 for 1st child, 30p thereafter. Contact Kim on: 01536 391581.

Little Fishes: Every other Wednes-

Hopscotch at Loddington School.

Thursdays, 2.15-3.15pm Loddington School, Call: 07742 664604.

St Peters Parent & Toddler Group: Fridays 9.30-11.30am, term time only, at Saxon Hall, Raunds. £1.50 1st child, 25p thereafter. Contact Sarah on: 01933 622116.

Twinkle Tots: Wednesdays 9.30-11am at Reachout Community Church, School Lane, Rothwell. Call: 01933 225525.

Mums & Tots: Tuesdays 10-11.30am at Rushden Full Gospel Church & Christian Centre, 60 High Street South. Call Marie: 01933 316084.

Stay & Play (Rushden SureStart): Wednesdays 2.15-3.15pm. Newton Road Community Primary School.

Call: 01933 410112.

Mucky Pups (Messy Play): Tuesdays 9.45-11.15am at St Andrews Church Hall, Berrymoor Road, Wellingborough. £2.50 per child. Contact: 01933 272119.

Jumping Beans: Wednesdays 9.1511am term time only, at Mill Road Baptist Church, Wellingborough. Contact: 01933 383159.

Little COGS: Tuesdays & Thursdays 9.30am-11.15am. Reachout Community Church, Havelock Street, Wellingborough. 50p per child. Contact: 01933 225525.

Little Fishes: Fridays 1.30-3pm at Our Lady’s Catholic School Hall, Henshaw Road, Wellingborough. £1 per family.

Pytchley Mums & Tots Tuesdays, 10-11.30am, Pytchley School Hall. Call Dawn: 07964 225369.

St Peters Parent & Toddler Group: Fridays 9.30-11.30am, term time only, at Saxon Hall, Raunds. £1.50 1st child, 25p thereafter. Contact Sarah on: 01933 622116.

Twinkle Tots: Wednesdays 9.3011am at Reachout Community Church, School Lane, Rothwell. Call: 01933 225525.

Mums & Tots: Tuesdays 10-11.30am at Rushden Full Gospel Church & Christian Centre, 60 High Street South. Call Marie: 01933 316084.

Stay & Play (Rushden SureStart): Wednesdays 2.15-3.15pm. Newton Road Community Primary School.

Call: 01933 410112.

Mucky Pups (Messy Play): Tuesdays 9.45-11.15am at St Andrews Church Hall, Berrymoor Road, Wellingborough. £2.50 per child.

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EXTRA BUSINESS Drainage: it’s a plumb job for a close family!

WHEN it comes to business, one group of drainage workers puts its family ‘plumb centre’.

Corby-based Dyno franchise, DF Stewart Services, is co-directed by brothers-in-law Iain Stewart and Paul Odell. The business was started by Iain’s dad, Dennis, in 1990 – with just one van to cover the whole of Northamptonshire.

And the family celebrated the expansion of their business – which includes Eco Aqua Services, also based in Corby – earlier this month in a way they do best; with a FAMILY fun day, of course!

The company has grown since its humble beginnings and expanded into Cambridge, Peterborough, Huntingdon, Stamford, Grantham and Boston. Three office staff have been added to the team and five new engineers, so the business now employs 40 staff – among whom is Paul’s dad, Geoff, plus Paul’s children Tom, an engineer, and Ellen, who helps with administration in her college holidays. It really is a family concern!

Iain started helping dad Dennis in 1999 when he was just 15 and became a drainage engineer at 18. After university, he returned to the company and went through various technical roles before becoming co-director when Dennis retired in 2013. Paul began with the company in 1997 and managed the drainage for Leicestershire from 1999. His father Geoff joined part-time as a mechanic

then became full-time to maintain the increasing fleet.

The firm – which used the family fun day event to raise funds for its charity of the year, Prostate Cancer UK – celebrates its 25th anniversary in October.

Iain said: “We are hugely proud of how the business has grown over the years. Having a great team made up of family and fantastic employees is vital to our success.”

As well as fundraising for several charities, Paul and Iain support the Corby Town Football Club and provide kit sponsorship for East Carlton Cricket Team.

And the brothers-in-law say their business is anything but dull – their engineers attended the Richard III burial site in Leicester and retrieved several items such as wedding rings and toys. They also fondly remember another occasion when a customer called the office to check what time the engineers would arrive as he needed to pop out for a pint of milk. He was told to stay in the house and an engineer promptly arrived with a pint of milk in hand!

Iain explains why he is so proud of working as a family: “The best thing about working alongside my father at Dyno was simply the familiarity and understanding we had with each other. We knew each other’s strengths and weaknesses and I always felt we could help each other to take the business forward.

My father always treated me as one of the

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FAMILY CONCERN: Founder Dennis Stewart (centre) has now retired and handed over the reins of the drainage and plumbing franchise to two directors – his son Iain Stewart (right) and son-in-law Paul Odell. team while at work, which I appreciated. He was never overly critical or overly protective of me throughout his time in the business which was important in helping me to integrate into the team.”

Similarly, Paul thoroughly enjoys going to work with his children: “Having my son and daughter working in the business from a young age is giving them some great work experience, which I don’t believe they could get elsewhere.

“As a proud father, it’s great to be able to see them flourish in a working environment.

Plus, whenever they helped us during the school or college half-terms I could keep a close eye on their movements. Always a benefit!”

CRANSLEY Hospice in Kettering has been selected

by Avon Cosmetics associates to receive a £5,000 donation as part of the company’s scheme supporting charities.

The hospice was nominated by Avon employees in the Corby office, through a scheme called Associates Choice.

Although NHS funds underpin the cost of the hospice, the trust aims to raise £850,000 a year via fundraising to purchase additional services and benefits for the patients.

Voting for Cransley Hospice was driven by Avon Corby associate Liz McWilliams, whose father was cared for by Cransley Hospice before he passed away in 2009.

Liz said: “Cransley Hospice is very close to my heart.

It relies on donations to continue its fantastic work so I was over the moon to hear it had received the donation.

It’s great to work for a company who give so much back to the local community and allow their employees to be a big part of that.”

Diana Patrick, fundraising manager at Cransley Hospice, said: “This donation could fund a staff nurse in Cransley Hospice for 20 12-hour shifts. We hope this gives an indication to all associates at Avon Cosmetics of how important their support is to us.”

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CEREAL EVENT: Bishop Stopford School pupils got a chance to make their own special muesli after an exclusive tour of Bokomo’s factory.

A UK CEREAL manufacturer, based in Peterborough, has welcomed students into its factory for a taste of life in the food sector.

Bokomo Foods greeted 14 students from Bishop Stopford School in Kettering to a behindthe-scenes tour of the premises.

The Year 10 students, who are studying a Level

2 course in Logistics, attended a talk on Bokomo Foods by CEO, John Hiles, followed by a factory tour of the cerealmaking process. They then had the opportunity to create their own muesli in a workshop session.

Claire Ette, a teacher at Bishop Stopford school, said: “It’s a great opportunity for the stu-

Businessman gets back on his feet after accident

A FORMER IT manager who feared he may never work again following a freak footballing accident has paid tribute to Papworth Trust staff who have helped him develop a successful business.

Marc Simpson, from Corby, stopped working after running into a goalpost during a match. He suffered from concussion and later epileptic fits and other health problems.

His time out of work following the incident in 2013 affected his confidence and he worried his working life was over. But now he is running a successful computer business, Comp Ability, thanks to the work of Papworth Trust.

The tailored service offered by the charity’s employment advisor Marie Ainley-Hall at their employment office in Kettering helped restore Marc’s confidence and get him back on his feet.

Marc said: “Marie was very helpful because she

pointed me in the right direction and gave me lots of advice. I found out how to register my business and how to get insurance. I recommend Papworth Trust to other people now all the time, if they need a bit of extra help to get started.”

As a charity, Papworth Trust offers local employers a free recruitment service, including job matching.

Papworth Trust helps disabled people of all ages to live independently in their own homes, to learn new skills and to find and keep jobs that are right for them.

The trust delivers the work programme on behalf of prime contractor Ingeus UK Limited, a provider of people-centred services, such as employability programmes, skills training and health-related support, that help people to reach their full potential.

To find out more, email: contact.centre@papworthtrust.org.uk or call: 0300 333 6535. Visit: www. papworthtrust.org.uk

Business networking events: listings WHETHER you are looking for contracts or contacts, buyers or suppliers, it is a well-known fact that people prefer to do business with people they know. So come networking!

Tuesdays August 4 and 18th, 7.30am-9.30pm. NN connect – Corby – Fortnightly Breakfast Meeting. At the Corby Holiday Inn, Geddington Road (NN18 8ET). £15.

Detailshere:www.nn-connect.co.uk/corby Tuesdays August 4 and Sept 8, 12noon-2pm. Women in Business Network – Kettering (www. wibn.co.uk). At The Bridge Hotel, Thrapston, NN14 4JP. £25, includes lunch. Details, call Barbara

Hodgson: 0844 324 4034.

Wednesdays August 12 and 26th, 7.30am-9.30am. NN coNNect – Stanwick – Fortnightly Breakfast Meeting. At the Courtyard Luxury Lodge Hotel, West Street, Stanwick, Wellingborough, NN9 6QY: £15 (incl full breakfast). Call Paul Green: 01933 375 300 for details.

Wednesdays August 26 and Sept 16th, 12noon-2pm. Women in Business Network – Wellingborough (www.wibn.co.uk). At The Courtyard, West Street, Stanwick

(NN9 6QY). £25, includes lunch.

Call Barbara Hodgson: 0844 324 4034 for more details.

Fridays August 21, 7am-9am.

East Northants Business Breakfast organised by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB: www. fsb.org.uk), at Kettering Golf Club, Headlands, Broughton, Kettering (NN15 6XA). Contact Alison Hadley, FSB branch secretary, on: 01933 413222 or email: alison@moticationuk.com for more details. £14 for FSB members and for first time visitors, £18 for non-members’ subsequent visits.

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THANK YOU: Above, Cransley Hospice fundraising manager Diana Patrick (middle left) and volunteers from the hospice coffee shop receive the £5,000 donation from Avon associate Liz McWilliams (middle right).

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Lisa Phillips originally from Corby, Northants is now one of Australia’s most inspiring confidence and empowerment experts and winner of the bronze Stevie Award for Women in Business 2014. Lisa shares with us a series of excerpts from her new book The Confidence Coach: Take control of your life and wellbeing.

Part 2. Confidence Affirmations Affirmations — you either love them or you hate them, but done properly they are a great way to build up your confidence muscle from the inside out. We actually fire up anywhere between 12,000 and 60,000 thoughts a day. What I find more interesting, though, is that psychologists have found that 98–99 per cent of our thoughts are repeated each day and over 80 per cent of these are negative - that’s 80 per cent of the thoughts we think that could be eating away at our confidence and self-esteem!

The good news is that we can consciously choose to replace some of these negative thoughts using positive affirmations. When used regularly,these affirmations will re-programme your brain with new positive thoughts and beliefs. In order to build confidence, we will be working with affirmations that create excitement in you, and are not too much of a stretch for you to believe.

Jane - Jane felt very nervous when meeting new people. She worked in a large marketing department, so she found that this fear was really holding her back in her career. She constantly found herself on the outside of conversations wishing she had more confidence to just join in and have fun. As part of the coaching process with

Affirmations are a great tool in building Jane, we looked at using a couple of simple up your confidence and I have found that affirmations that would help shift some the key factor in making affirmations really of the well-worn negative programming work is to choose one that makes you feel she had running in her mind on autopilot. good and you enjoy using. The good news When I introduced affirmations to Jane, I is that we can consciously choose to replace asked her to say out loud ‘ I am confident some of these negative thoughts using ,’and then give feedback on a scale of one positive affirmations. When used regularly, to ten of how much she actually believed it. affirmations re-programme your brain with As she had suffered from lack of confidence positive thoughts and beliefs. In order to from early age, she didn’t feel the statement build confidence, we will be working with believable for her; it didn’t feel right in her affirmations that create excitement in you, body. In actual fact,when she repeated it and are not too much of a stretch for you to again it had the negative effect of making believe. Look out for the next issue for part her feel even worse, causing 3. ‘Stop Struggling into Confidence’ Until her mind to bring forward even then, here is some homework to think about. more negative thoughts such as Choose one the following statements that ‘That will never happen,’ or ‘That you relate to the most: affirmation is just not true for me.’

As a result, despite her strong - I would like to feel more confident. desire to become more confident, - It is safe for me to start to think about she only rated this affirmation a becoming more confident. two out of ten on the believable - Wouldn’t it be nice if I could start to scale. So, we moved on to find an build up my confidence muscle? affirmation that felt higher up the - It is going to feel really good when I scale for Jane. I asked her to try start to feel more confident. saying the affirmation: ‘I am really - I am really looking forward to feeling looking forward to becoming more more confident. confident.’ Jane was surprised to tell me that, in fact, this felt far more believable to her, and as a result she rated it as five out of ten. Good news! My aim was to find Jane an affirmation that not only was believable for her, but that also felt good when she said it.

Jane then tried another new affirmation: ‘Wouldn’t it be nice if I could feel more confident?’ I could actually see Jane become more relaxed and confident with this The Confidence Coach statement and she seemed to lighten up Take control of your life immediately and enjoy saying it. and wellbeing

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Detoxing for natural skin care Cleansing the body from inside out regularly is the key for a youthful look. Health and wellbeing specialists tell us that the lymph system, should be detoxed regularly not only for skin health, but also for overall health. There is more lymph in our bodies than blood, but there is no pump for lymph. That’s why we need to provide a pumping system for the lymph to flow. Here are 5 healthy nutritional and lifestyle tips to cleanse and rejuvenate your lymph system, improve overall health as well as promote healthier and younger looking skin: 1.Regular Exercise Anyone who has a sedentary lifestyle is stuck with a compromised immune system from lymph that needs to be drained. Brisk walking, which should be done outdoors in a natural setting - is helpful if done regularly. Yoga, pilates, water gym are other options.

Drinking enough alkaline water Keep your body hydrated with alkaline water to help your lymph system operate properly.

2. Alkaline Diet Follow these rules for a well functioning lymph system: • Limit animal products.

• Make raw vegetables and fresh vegetable juices part of your daily diet.

• Avoid processed foods that are high in salt, sugar and preservatives.

• Replace sugars and carbohydrates with whole grains and complex carbs.

3. Massage Regular massage is a great way to keep your entire body healthy and your lymph system running smoothly. Lymph drainage, a massage technique focusing on providing proper lymph flow and detoxification.

4. Breathing Exercises The lymph system doesn’t have a heart –a pumping system-to keep it flowing. It’s dependent on contraction of the muscles and breathing. Take a few minutes each day to practice diaphragm breathing deeply.

5. Saunas and Steam Baths Let your body sweat out toxins in saunas and steam baths to cleanse your lymph system. They increase circulation and burn calories.

Sweating in saunas and steam baths cleanses your skin thoroughly, makes the skin soft and healthy, among many other body & mind relaxing and treating benefits.

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Gorgeous Gardens In Northamptonshire GARDENS BLOG Northamptonshire has some of the most beautiful gardens and historic houses in the country throughout the summer the gardens are at their best, open to visitors and right on your doorstep.

Independent Professional Lawn Care Company ProLawnCare serving Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Northamptonshire is celebrating 16 years of treating and improving lawns.

ON THE SUBJECT OF WEEDS ‘Ask The Lawn Ranger’ Blog This time of year you start to see weeds appearing in gravel pathways and driveways as well as between the cracks on your paved patios and other hard surfaces. The weeds that appear on your hard surfaces are commonly weeds of lawns including dandelion and meadow grass.

There is no end of information on the different types of weeds you can find within your garden, and our technicians are often asked what the weeds are. We have put a small list together below of the common weeds that you could find around your home amongst the different hard surfaces.

COTON MANOR GARDENS A peaceful ten acre garden on a hillside position that extends down from the 17th century manor house, constructed of mellow Northamptonshire stone. Landscaped on different levels, it comprises a series of distinctive smaller gardens, providing variety and interest throughout the season, and enhanced by flowing streams, fountains and ponds. As well as enjoying the garden, visitors can explore the nursery and enjoy light lunches or teas from the Stableyard Café, or visit the garden shop.

DEENE PARK Visit Deene during the Summer months to enjoy the heady scents of a classic English summer garden whilst you take in the stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The arrival of summer brings an abundance of English roses and philadelphus to Deene and these are planted throughout the gardens, blanketing walls and filling borders. There are many varieties, colours, and scents to enjoy. In addition to the roses, other favourites found include irises, lavender, geraniums,

Strawberry Jam

pelargoniums and heliotrope.

The traditional English country garden style of the borders lend themselves well to combining the lovely roses with a succession of traditional favourites such as foxgloves, phlomis, verbascums, penstemons, lillies, hemerocallis and phlox. Stay long enough to work up a thirst and enjoy a cup of tea in ‘Old Kitchen’ tearoom, where you will find a delicious selection of homemade cake and scones, the tearooms are open from 2-5 p.m.

Strawberry jam is the perfect way to use a glut of strawberries and is so easy to make with this Strawberry Jam recipe. Strawberry jam is the perfect accompaniment to an Afternoon Tea Afternoon Tea on freshly made scones, as a filling for a Victoria Sponge Cake or simply slathered on to a thick slice of bread and butter. Summer sunshine all year round.

Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Ingredients: • 4 ½ lbs / 2 kilos fresh strawberries • 4 ½ lbs/ 2 kilos sugar • 2½ cups/ 600ml cold water • 3 tbsp redcurrant jelly Preparation: Method • Place the strawberries in a large colander and wash under cold running water and then remove the hull (the green stalk).

• Place the sugar and water in a preserving pan or stock pan, bring slowly to a gentle boil.

• Add the strawberries to the gently boiling syrup. Cook for two minutes. Remove the strawberries with a large slotted spoon and place into warmed jam jars (see note 1 below).

• Add the redcurrant to the syrup and cook for a further five minutes. Pour the hot syrup, carefully, over the strawberries. Seal the jars, label and leave to cool (see note 2 below).

Note 1 Always use clean, sterilized jars. To sterilize, wash in hot soapy water, rinse well and place upsidedown in a cool oven for at least half an hour.

Note 2 Cover the surface of the jam in the jar with a wax disc.

This helps prevent mould forming during storage. Seal the jar with a tight-fitting lid or cellophane disc secured with an elastic band. Store in a cool, preferably dark place.

Dandelion Dandelions are robust perennial weeds that are found in paths, patios and driveways, they flower all year round and are also commonly found within flower beds. Dandelions has a deep root tap which makes them difficult to eradicate. The flower heads can disperse 2,000 wind fruits.

Couch Grass Couch grass is an invasive perennial weed that is found in lawns but spreads to flower beds and hard surface areas.

Couch grass looks just like a tuft of grass, however, this weed has underground stems (rhizomes) which forms a dense network that enables it to smother other plants if it is not controlled.

Couch grass can easily spread from infested lawns into borders and hard surfaces.

Japanese Knotweed Japanese Knotweed is one of the most difficult weeds to eradicate. It spreads rapidly through underground stems and it can grow up to 2.5cm per day. It is a strong-growing perennial weed with tall dense stems. Stem growth is renewed each year from the stout.

You will start to notice Japanese Knotweed in the spring and summer when bamboo like shoots start to grow. The leaves are up to 14cm in length and it produces creamy-white flower tassels in the late summer and early autumn. These flowers can reach up to 15cm.

You will find Japanese Knotweed in flowerbeds, paths & pavements as well as borders.

Nettle Nettles are a perennial weeds that can cope with most soil conditions making it a hardy weed to control.

It uses it’s underground creeping roots to allow it to multiple quickly. Nettles can grow to a metre tall and is a real nuisance with it’s stinging leaves, however, they are a great source of food and habitat for Butterflies such as the red admiral, peacock and small tortoiseshell.

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By Canon George Burgon

“I am a people watcher who finds that God and my faith has touched many, many lives.’

A Scot by birth and a retired Vicar of Rothwell and Rector of Rushton. Burgon is also a Governor of the Jesus Hospital, Alms houses in Rothwell and Chair of the Orton Trust and takes an active interest in local affairs and having served as chaplain to the Mayor of Kettering on 3 separate occasions. George now lives in Barton Seagrave with his wife they have three daughters and six grandchildren.

The recent pictures of the planet Pluto have made us look once again at the skies above us. We are learning more and more about the environment in which our planet Earth is placed. Pluto was not discovered until 1930. This was about the same time as the cartoon character Pluto the puppy first appeared in Disney productions. Did the new planet give its name to the dog or vice versa? Another PLUTO appeared during the Second World War as a major contribution to the efforts to defeat Hitler. This was the pipe line under the ocean which brought petrol to the allied forces in the invasion of Europe. Pluto was the mythical Roman god of the underworld whose name is derived from the Latin word ploutos (wealth). Aptly named as gold and silver is found by mining deep down under the earth! Astronomers have a custom of naming heavenly bodies after Greek and Roman gods. Will Pluto when explored in depth reveal great riches under its exterior? Our knowledge and technology is barely scratching the surfaces of the known environment. It took years for the pictures of Pluto to reach our planet and it will take years to analyse the data received. Research, in whatever field the scientist is working, requires great pa-

tience in uncovering what lies deep within outer space or the microscopic world which gives life to all around us. We may crave for instant answers to the innumerable questions that beset us but that is not the way things happen. Pluto, the puppy may amuse and entertain us but he is not an expert on the canine world. Pluto the planet will give us a little more knowledge into the origins of the universe and the laws of nature but not the big picture of Creation. Our horizons have been broadened and we are becoming more aware with the passage of time that the universe has no limits. However, we are no wiser as human beings if we do not apply that principle to our evolving knowledge of humanity and of God. Those who are content with cut and dried answers about the human condition have not even begun to ask the right questions about what it means to be alive. When the Psalmist wrote in Psalm 8 ”when I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers…… what is man, that you are mindful of him, the son of man that you care for him?” he is asking the question all of us ask ourselves about our place in the scheme of things.

Whenever we ask that question let us add another PLUTO to our way of thinking.

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Tory Corby love and something for Dad Dear Extra, Corby Moving Forward Under Conservatives There are exciting times ahead for Corby.

With our new Conservative MP and the ‘Team Corby’ Conservatives leading the way in bringing new leisure facilities, businesses and jobs to Corby, this great town will soon be the much envied capital of the East Midlands.

Among our plans are a Corby Enterprise Zone, a Graduate Jobs Initiative and a WeLoveCorby Tourism Programme to expand the markets available to local business, to bring new amenities to the area and to make Corby an attractive place for major players in the leisure industry to invest.

The incredibly negative letter from Labour’s Cllr Paul Beattie published in the Northants Telegraph on Thursday July 23rd is a clear sign that the Corby Labour Party are still licking their wounds after their resounding election defeat in May this year. In his letter Cllr Beattie criticises the local Conservatives over our decision to expose the Labour Party’s mismanagement of Corby’s finances in recent years, claiming that this caused embarrassment to the town.

It is tragically typical of a local Labour Party, stuck in the 1970s, to blame the opposition for exposing Labour’s failings rather than apologising for them and moving forward. The Corby Conservatives were absolutely right to expose Labour for their sale of the ‘Tesco Land’ at £8 Million below its market value, their £30 Million overspend on the Corby Cube and their mismanagement of the Canada Square housing project as well as their involvement in the Kingswood Scandal, the Illegal Loan and the Rockingham Triangle debacle.

While Cllr Beattie and his imploding Labour Party live in denial over their past failings, the new ‘Team Corby’ Conservatives are looking to the future. We are a Pro-Corby Conservative Party that is committed to delivering new opportunities for our town

and its surrounding villages and delivering a ‘Corby of the Future’.

The ‘Team Corby’ Conservatives will deliver more facilities, more jobs and more opportunities in a modern, dynamic and aspirational Corby of the 21st Century.

We urge Cllr Paul Beattie and his Labour colleagues to give up shouting from the side lines and to join us in building the Corby of the future.

Kind Regards, Cllr Rob McKellar Dear Extra.

Events arranged specially for Dad Northants Parent Forum Group and other partners will be holding a free fun day on Sunday September 13 for all families who have special educational needs and/ or disabled children. This will be held at Northampton College and further information can be found via: h t t p :// w w w. n p f g .c o.u k / l a t e s t- e ve n t s . php?id=103&SummerSENDsation We are looking for stallholders or any businesses/organisations that would like to sponsor any part of the event or become part of the event by providing activities for our attendees, to email: summersendsation@ northamptonshire.gov.uk Also, I have personally started a social group for any fathers/carers who have a child with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

We currently meet at the Obelisk Centre, 400 Obelisk Rise, Northampton, NN2 8UE from 7.30 pm. It is a chance for dads to socialise, have a game of pool or darts with people who share common issues. Dates for the upcoming meetings are: September 21, October 12, November 16 and December 7. I have a Facebook page for the group: SENDS 4 Dad that gives more information.

Paul Meadows, Chairman, Northants Parent Forum Group.

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STAFF and students from Manor School Sports College, Raunds, have rallied behind a Year 9 student who organised a day of football in order to raise money for the Teenage Cancer Trust.

Adam Fernley (14) set about organising a day full of inter-year football tournaments for students on Monday July 20. Supported by fellow classmates and members of the school’s Sparks leadership team, Adam oversaw proceedings and awarded medals and a trophy to the winning team in each tournament.

Students donated £1 to either participate in the football tournaments or wear non-uniform for the day, which built on the earlier fundraising by Adam and his friends who sold wristbands and tickets for a prize draw during the week before the event. Staff also contributed in a closed auction for a bottle of wine signed by the Prime Minister. The total raised by the school for the Teenage Cancer Trust was £863.

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Happy birthday!

LOTS of golfers celebrate a birthday with a round at their favourite club.

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Priors Hall Golf Club, near Weldon, was marking its 50th anniversary with a competition last Saturday, July 18. And ex-Chelsea footballer Ron ‘Chopper’ Harris was a special guest, taking part in the competition.

A former limestone quarry, Priors Hall Golf Course – located off Stamford Road near Weldon – opened in 1965 and was designed by Fred Hawtree, one of the country’s leading golf course architects.

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Rink 1. Colin Barnes, Roade/ Dave Lovell, Irchester/Stewart Laxton, Oundle/George Willmott, Irchester Rink 2. Paul Cooke, Carlsberg/ David Francis, Bugbrooke/Robin Frost, Bugbrooke/John Cooper, Burton Latimer Town Rink 3. Trevor Tilley, Irchester/ John Elphee, Northampton Whyte Melville/Steve Munton, Northampton Whyte Melville/ Geoff Harris, Higham Ferrers Town Rink 4. Gordon Morris, Northampton West End/Malcolm Pell, Irchester/Mike Atkins, Burton Latimer Town/Brian Jones, Heyford Rink 5. Ron Peacock, Roade/ George Donegan, Corby Seagrave House/Dave Stewart, Irchester/ Brian Diver, Corby Seagrave House Rink 6. Peter Kitchener, Irchester/Adrian Burrows, Oundle/ David Jones, Bugbrooke/Richard Somerton, Brackley Reserves: Geoff Simmons, Wellingborough/David Chambers, Northampton Whyte Melville/Bob Brogdon, Northampton Express NORTHAMPTONSHIRE VICE PRESIDENTS v GLOUCESTERSHIRE VP’S The Northamptonshire Vice Presidents Bowling Association entertained their counterparts from Gloucestershire to a friendly match on Wednesday, 22nd July, 2015, at Roade BC, and, following a interruption from a heavy downpour at the beginning of the match, when that cleared the match, played in sunshine, was won by the County team by 20 shots. This win was in no small part due to the excellent win by 21 shots of the rink skipped by Michael Moulton. The VP’s had 3 other winning rinks too, with just 2 losing.

The final score was Northamptonshire VP’s 125 shots – Gloucestershire 105 shots. Rink scores, Gloucester skips only, as follows: Rink 1. Peter Woodhams, Len Marshall, Richard Dyball & Dave Williamson 20 shots – Mel Mathers 10 shots Rink 2. Brian Robbins, Phillip Miller, Brian Bailey & Michael Moulton 30 shots – David Halliday 9 shots Rink 3. Peter Kitchener, Jim Walvin, Richard Pitts & Dave Betts 26 shots – David Baker 23 shots Rink 4. Len Smith, Stuart Lowe, Mike McKeown & Colin Incles 18 shots – Bruce Farmer 22 shots Rink 5. Tony Hancock, Pete Byworth, Paul Cooke & Dick Howell 19 shots – John Hotson 18 shots Rink 6. Don Scott, Charles Longstaff, Graham Cashmore & Dave Stewart 12 shots – Roger Harrison 23 shots COUNTY COMPETITION Sponsored by Kempston Controls Ltd. FINAL STAGES QUARTER FINALS MIXED PAIRS – PLAYED AT Kislingbury BC on Wednesday, 22nd July, 2015, with the following results: 1. Emma Gray & Phil Exley, Burton Latimer Town BC beat Brenice & George Willmott, Irchester BC 26- 18 shots.

This was a match between a very strong pairing of Johns Trophy & Middleton Cup experience of Emma Gray & Phil Exley against the County Women’s Section Secretary Brenice Willmott, paired with her husband, and Men’s President, George Willmott, and they won’t mind me saying it, but they thought they might be in for a bit of a bashing. In the event,

Brenice invariably gave George a good start, and he himself played some excellent bowls to keep ‘in the hunt’ right to the end. When, after 8 ends of play the Willmott’s were 10 shots adrift, their fears might have looked to be realised, but in picking up a 4 and a 1on the next 2 ends, they showed their competitiveness. When, from being 8-15 down after 11 ends of play, they picked up a 3 and another 4 on the next 2 ends to draw level, an upset was a real possibility.

Emma and Phil had to fight for every shot and after 18 ends of play they had a 5 shots advantage.

However, it was not yet over for the Willmott’s, for on the 20th end they sat a very good 4 shots, but Phil spoiled it for them by getting shot bowl. When the last end was played Emma had peppered the jack and George was left with just a chance if he could ‘kill’ the end.

His last bowl hit the target well enough and the jack sprang out but it was just a couple of inches or so from being ‘dead’ and he dropped 3 shots in the process, and the victory went to Emma & Phil..

2. Sandra & Kevin Mawson, Northampton Whyte Melville BC beat Lisbeth & Pate Milburn, Abington BC 21-20 shots.

This was a match of pretty good quality, which the Mawson’s looked to be in control of after 10 ends of play for they had a lead of 7 shots at 13-6, but they dropped a count of 4 & 3 on the next 2 ends for the Milburn’s to draw level.

The next 4 ends were all in the Mawson’s favour as they eased to a 6 shots lead with 5 ends left to play, but the husband and wife duo from Abington are very competitive, and with an exchange of 2 shots each the gap remained at 6 with 3 ends to play. Those 3 ends were very interesting for the Milburn’s played some excellent bowls to pull back to within 2 shots with one end left. That last end was going the way of Abington, and as Kevin Mawson played his last bowl he was 3 shots down with match lie against, but he played a fairly firm bowl and had the good fortune to play a short bowl of his wife’s into the head which, after a measure, proved to be 2nd bowl, so they won by just 1 shot.

3. Judy Tomlinson & Richard Horrell, Thrapston BC beat Janet & Alan Ashby, Northampton West End BC 20-12 shots.

The experienced Richard Horrell had as his partner the relatively inexperienced Judy Tomlinson, who had not been at this stage of competition before, but it did not show for she played a very steady game and gave Richard a very good start on most ends. The Thrapston pair was first to get on the scorecard with a 4 & 2 on the first 2 ends, and after 10 ends of play their lead was 8 shots. Janet & Alan are both very experienced bowlers, and over the next few ends they fought back and after 14 ends of play they were within 1 shot of their opponents. A couple of ends later there was still just a small gap between their scores with Thrapston being on 14-12, but when they collected 6 shots over the next 3 ends, the Ashby’s conceded defeat after 19 ends of play.

4. Emily Carr & Paul Broderick, Burton Latimer Town BC beat Emma & Alan Muir, Thrapston BC 28-10 shots.

The title holders, Emily & Paul, were not about to give up that title in this match against the young Emma Muir and her uncle Alan, and they set about their task very effectively in picking up 5 shots without reply on the first 3 ends.

Emma & Alan briefly fought back in collecting 3 shots on the next 2 ends, but when the holders scored 13 shots on the next 4 ends, including a massive count of 7 shots on the 7th end, the ‘writing was on the wall’ for the Muir’s at

3-18 down. The pairs exchanged counts of 3 on the next 2 ends, but when the Burton Latimer pair eased to 28 shots after 18 ends of play, the Muir’s conceded the match.

The Semi-Finals, were held at Roade BC at 6.15 p.m. on Wednesday, 29th July, 2015, will be Judy Tomlinson & Richard Horrell versus Emily Carr & Paul Broderick, and Sandra & Kevin Mawson versus Emma Gray & Phil Exley.

BBC RADIO NORTHAMPTON COVERING ‘MINOR SPORTS’ An initiative of BBC Radio Northampton to feature so called minority sports in a forthcoming programme, and in that connection, John Chester, Bowls Development Officer, and John Church, attended at Kislingbury BC on Thursday, 23rd July, 2015, where a number of interviews were held there whilst a match was in progress. These interviews included one with both Johns, and also Billie Swift of the County Under 25’s, plus representatives of some other sports, including competitive swimming, and I believe hockey, plus a representative of Northampton Leisure Trust.

Several representatives of BBC Northampton tried their hand at bowls, including Graham McKechnie and Joe Townsend, under the guidance of fellow BBC Presenter, Helen Blaby, who is an accomplished bowler herself, and a member of Kislingbury BC. The broadcast will be during the Friday Sport programme on BBC Northampton between 6.00 p.m. and 7.00 p.m. today Friday, 31st July, 2015, if anyone wishes to listen to it.

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Here at Kislingbury last season we purchased 30 new stacking chairs. Sadly we have discovered that they do not really meet our purpose as they are a little too wide to fit under our tables.

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BOWLS NORTHAMPTONSHIRE WOMEN’S SECTION Alison Dring, on behalf of the members of the Women’s Section of Bowls Northamptonshire, has asked me to publish a note in my Report about the decision that they have made following a recent Women’s Section Management Meeting, to publish a Newsletter from time to time direct to the playing ladies, instead of putting the onus on the Club Secretaries, on various issues pertaining to their Section, for example, things like: The section has some playing jackets in stock. If you are coming to fun day please bring raffle prize. If anyone has any old blazers they want to donate. Etc etc.

In order for the Newsletter to be effective Alison needs your email address. Please supply to her on alison.dring1@btinternet.com then she will be able to start a database for such communications.

NATIONAL BOWLS NEWS ENGLISH INDOOR BOWLING ASSOCIATION 2015/2016 Competition Draws.

The English Indoor Bowling Association has published its 2015/2016 Individual Competition Draws on its website. Just visit the site at www.eiba.co.uk and click on the news item as indicated.

CHAMPIONS: Women’s Pairs Champions l-r Katie Smith & Rebecca Wigfield RUSHDEN & DISTRICT ‘TIPLER TRIPLES LEAGUE’ After leading in Division 1for most of the league, Higham Ferrers Town ‘B’ team suffered a loss 1-4 points in the last match of the season to Rushden ‘A’ team, held on Monday, 20th July, 2015, which propelled their opponents into the Top position. The loss also saw their own Club’s ‘A’ team overtake them as they secured 2nd place with a 4-1 points win against Rushden ‘B’ on the same evening.

In Division 2 the season finished on the 14th July, when RAFA took a very good win against current leaders MAZDA, to overtake them into top spot, and Earls Barton ‘A’ beat their own ‘B’ team to just get them into 3rd place.

Match results for the last sessions of the campaign on Monday, 20th July, as follows: Division 1.

Rushden ‘A’ (4 points) beat Higham Ferrers ‘B’ (1 point) 52-33 shots Higham Ferrers ‘A’ (4 points) beat Rushden ‘B’ (1 point) 55-42 shots Irchester ‘D’ (3 points) beat Irchester ‘B’ (2 points) 63-60 shots Irchester ‘A’ (4 points) beat Thrapston (1 point) 50-46 shots Finedon (3 points) beat Raunds (2 points) 53-43 shots Division 2.

RAFA (4.5 points) beat MAZDA (.5 point) 56-52 shots Earls Barton ‘A’ (4 points) beat Earls Barton ‘B’ (1 point) 54-43 shots Final League positions as follows: Division 1.

Rushden Town ‘A’ 41.5 + 211 Higham Ferrers ‘A’ 40 +175 Higham Ferrers ‘B’ 37.5 +168 Irchester ‘D’ 28 +7 Wanderers 23 -5 Thrapston 22 +53 Irchester ‘B’ 20.5 -90 Rushden ‘B’ 19.5 -100 Finedon 15 -120 Irchester ‘A’ 14.5 -162 Raunds 13.5 -137 Division 2.

RAFA 32 +93 Mazda 31.5 +98 Earls Barton ‘A’ 26.5 +11 Irchester ‘C’ 25.5 +27 Rebels 19.5 -80 Earls Barton ‘B’ 14 -149 BURTON LATIMER TOWN BC 1.8.15. Members visit Thrapston BC for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

2.8.15. Members visit Geddington & Newton BC for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

4.8.15. Wellingborough OG’s BC visits for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

CORBY FOREST BC 1.8.15. Higham Ferrers Town BC visits for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

2.8.15. Members visit Corby Grampian BC for a County League match at 10.0 a.m.

CORBY SEAGRAVE HOUSE BC 1.8.15. Members visit Rushden Town BC for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

DESBOROUGH TOWN BC 1.8.15. Members visit Kettering Lodge BC for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

4.8.15. Kettering Midland Band BC visits for a men’s match at 6.15 p.m.

EARLS BARTON BC 1.8.15. Kettering BC visits for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

3.8.15. Members visit Harpole BC for a men’s triples league at 6.30 p.m.

FINEDON TOWN BC 1.8.15. Stanwick BC visits for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

4.8.15. Members visit Islip BC for a mixed match at 2.0 p.m.

GEDDINGTON & NEWTON BC 1.8.15. Rothwell Manor BC visits for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

2.8.15. Burton Latimer Town BC visits for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

4.8.15. Thrapston BC visits for a ladies match at 6.30 p.m.

HIGHAM FERRERS TOWN BC 1.8.15. Members visit Corby Forest BC for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

2.8.15. Members visit Wellingborough BC for a County League match at 10.0 a.m.

IRCHESTER BC 1.8.15. Irthlingborough CI BC visits for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

2.8.15. Club holds a ‘Skills Day’ at 10.0 a.m.

2.8.15. Club plays its Ladies v Gentlemen match at 2.30 p.m.

4.8.15. Club hosts a match between Bowls Northamptonshire men and the Imps BA at 2.0 pm..

4.8.15. Members visit Kettering Park BC for a mixed match at 2.0 p.m.

IRTHLINGBOROUGH CHURCH INSTITUTE BC 1.8.15. Members visit Irchester BC for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

ISE BC 1.8.15. Kettering Midland Band BC visits for a match at 2.30 p.m.

5.8.15. Woodsend BC visits for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

KETTERING LODGE BC 1.8.15. Members visit Desborough Town BC for a men’s match at 2.0pm

1.8.15. Desborough Town BC visits for a ladies match at 2.0 p.m.

2.8.15. Club hosts the Semi-Finals and Final of the ET Double Rink competition at 9.30 a.m.

4.8.15. Corby Seagrave House BC visits for a County League match at 6.0 p.m.

4.8.15. Members visit Swanspool BC for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

5.8.15. Club hosts the Masonic BA Patron’s Trophy at 10.0 a.m.

KETTERING MIDLAND BAND BC 1.8.15. Members visit Ise BC for a match at 2.30 p.m.

4.8.15. Members visit Desborough Town BC for a match at 6.15 p.m.

OUNDLE BC 1.8.15. Grampian BC visits for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

RAUNDS CONSERVATIVES BC 1.8.15. Wellingborough Managers & Foremen BC visits for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

ROTHWELL MANOR PARK BC 1.8.15. Members visit Geddington & Newton NC for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

RUSHDEN TOWN BC 1.8.15. Corby Seagrave House BC visits for a men’s match at 2.0 p.m.

2.8.15. Desborough Town BC visits for a County League match at 10.0 a.m.

SWANSPOOL BC 1.8.15. Brington BC visits for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

2.8.15. Northampton BBOB BC visits for a County League match at 10.0 a.m.

4.8.15. Kettering Lodge BC visits for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

THRAPSTON BC 1.8.15. Burton Latimer Town BC visits for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

4.8.15. Members visit Geddington & Newton BC for a ladies match at 6.30 p.m.

WELLINGBOROUGH BC 1.8.15. Members visit Wootton Grange BC for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

2.8.15. Higham Ferrers Town BC visits for a County League match at 10.0 a.m.

4.8.15. Members visit Higham Ferrers Town BC for a mixed match at 6.30 p.m.

4.8.15. Kingsthorpe BC visits for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

WELLINGBOROUGH OLD GRAMMARIANS BC 2.8.15. Members visit Oundle BC for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

4.8.15. Members visit Burton Latimer Town BC for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

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PREMIER DIVISION Rushden Town CC - 1st XI V Northampton Saints CC - 1st XI Saturday 25th July 2015 Score 257 for 9 dec (47.5 overs) ‘b’ ‘t’ 130 for 10 (30.3 overs) Points 30 5 Rushden Town CC - 1st XI 1 Ben Paine ct Chris Park b Nick Bell 0 2 Mikey Phillips† ct Chris Park b Nick Bell 18 3 C Ruwansiri ct Dan Harris b Mayur Odedra 152 4 Christian Davis ct Shiv Jhala b Nick Bell 5 5 Luke Spears ct Shiv Jhala b Jack Mousley 51 6 Simon Branston* ct Corbyn Dolley b Shiv Jhala 4 7 Sam Kumar run out (M Muhammed) 13 8 Oliver Warwick ct Shiv Jhala b Mayur Odedra 1 9 Tom Smith not out 1 10 M H Ansari run out (S Jhala) 1 11 James Gaul not out 1 Extras 10 Total 257 Wickets 9 dec Overs 47.5 Northampton Saints CC - 1st XI 1 Elliott Patterson ct Mikey Phillips b James Gaul 4 2 Dan Harris ct Sam Kumar b James Gaul 44 3 Corbyn Dolley* b Simon Branston 22 4 Jack Mousley lbw b C Ruwansiri 18 5 Chris Park† lbw b C Ruwansiri 0 6 Josh Turner b Simon Branston 0 7 Mark Wolstenholme b Simon Branston 5 8 Shiv Jhala ct M H Ansari b C Ruwansiri 18 9 Nick Bell ct Simon Branston b Oliver Warwick 12 10 M Muhammed ct Oliver Warwick b C Ruwansiri 0 11 Mayur Odedra not out 0 Extras 7 Total 130 Wickets all out Overs 30.3

Rushton CC - 1st XI Vs Geddington CC - 1st XI Saturday 25th July 2015 Score 158 for 10 (47.3 overs) ‘b’ ‘t’ 86 for 10 (32.1 overs) Points 30 5 Rushton CC - 1st XI 1 D McGovern ct Marc Bell b Jamie Kay 10 2 Bradley Armer b T Raubenheimer 67 3 James Denton lbw b Jamie Kay 0 4 A Reynoldson ct C Gingell b Kyle Morrison 5 5 Daniel Bendon* ct Lee Sutherland b T Raubenheimer 41 6 Adil Arif b T Raubenheimer 0 7 Jake Bindley ct Mark Neave b T Raubenheimer 16 8 Marc Jackson not out 1 9 Afaq Babar b Kyle Morrison 9 10 Sam Malton† b Kyle Morrison 0 11 Joe Malton ct Callum Fox b T Raubenheimer 0 Extras 9 Total 158 Wickets all out Overs 47.3 Geddington CC - 1st XI 1 Charlie Gingell ct A Reynoldson b Adil Arif 1 2 Mark Neave b Marc Jackson 12 3 Marc Bell b Marc Jackson 8 4 Kyle Morrison lbw b A Reynoldson 27 5 Daniel O’Callaghan† ct & b Daniel Bendon 6 6 T Raubenheimer* b A Reynoldson 12 7 Lee Sutherland lbw b Daniel Bendon 0 8 Marcus Knight run out (Marc Jackson) 5 9 James Schofield ct Marc Jackson b A Reynoldson 5 10 Jamie Kay ct James Denton b Daniel Bendon 3 11 Callum Fox not out 0 Extras 7 Total 86 Wickets all out Overs 32.1

Wollaston CC - 1st XI Vs Finedon Dolben CC - 1st XI Saturday 25th July 2015 Score 200 for 7 (55 overs) 212 for 8 (55 overs) ‘b’ ‘t’’ Points 2 5 Finedon Dolben CC - 1st XI 1 Greg Evans ct Matthew Jones b Chris Perry 24 2 Sean Davis lbw b Kamran Bahra 52 3 Callum Berrill ct Nicholas Mosey b Kamran Bahra 20 4 Shane Devoy run out (Liam Bates) 21 5 Andy Daniels ct Nicholas Mosey b Kamran Bahra 0 6 Greig Hofbauer*† lbw b Steve Musgrave 29 7 Tom Austwick ct Mark Carter b Steve Musgrave 12 8 Chris Goode ct Jameson Coutts b Steve Musgrave 3 9 Primesh Patel not out 19 10 Tom Brett not out 21 11 Ben Parker did not bat Extras 11 Total 212 Wickets 8 Overs 55 Wollaston CC - 1st XI 1 Nicholas Mosey ct Greig Hofbauer b Primesh Patel 20 2 Matthew Jones run out (Primesh Patel) 33 3 Steve Musgrave b Primesh Patel 6 4 Christopher Perry* not out 63 5 Liam Bates lbw b Tom Brett 14 6 Tom Howes ct & b Tom Brett 18 7 Nick Shelton ct Callum Berrill b Shane Devoy 8 8 Mark Carter† ct Tom Brett b Shane Devoy 15 9 Jameson Coutts not out 8 10 Darren Laughton did not bat 11 Kamran Bahra did not bat Extras 15 Total 200 Wickets 7 Overs 55

Finedon Dolben CC - 2nd XI V Old Wellingburians CC - OWCC - 1st XI Saturday 25th July 2015 Score 114 for 5 (28.5 overs) 110 for 10 (40.3 overs) ‘b’ ‘t’ Points 25 0 Old Wellingburians CC - OWCC - 1st XI 1 M Ingram*† ct Jack Parker b Will Sneath 0 2 Jaymesh Patel ct Chris Todd b Will Sneath 33 3 Umar Iqbal ct Ewan Cox b Jack Carroll 5 4 Jabran Mehmood lbw b Will Sneath 1 5 Shahid Bashir lbw b Will Sneath 2 6 Simon Denton b Jack Parker 11 7 Richard Denton b Adam Denton 0 8 Simon Marriott b Jack Parker 5 9 Karim Prince ct Ewan Cox b Adam Denton 2 10 Rickesh Patel b Matthew Clark 10 11 James Belbin not out 3 Extras 38 Total 110 Wickets all out Overs 40.3

Finedon Dolben CC - 2nd XI 1 Chris Todd† b Simon Denton 17 2 Ewan Cox lbw b Rickesh Patel 39 3 Jack Parker b Karim Prince 4 4 Ashley Campden b Simon Denton 3 5 H Gouldstone ct Matthew Ingram b Rickesh Patel 16 6 Dave Clarke not out 25 7 Jack Carroll not out 1 8 Andy Roberts* did not bat 9 Matthew Clark did not bat 10 Will Sneath did not bat 11 Adam Denton did not bat Extras 9 Total 114 Wickets 5 Overs 28.5

Loddington & Mawsley CC - 1st XIV Wellingborough Town CC - 1st XI Saturday 25th July 2015 Score 201 for 10 (50 overs) ‘b’ ‘t’ 204 for 4 (45.4 overs) Points 8 25 Loddington & Mawsley CC - 1st XI 1 Luke Hanley ct Richard Curtis b James Westley 30 2 James Coles b Ryan Awbery 9 3 Josh Plowright ct & b Ryan Awbery 9 4 A Henderson† ct Tim Coleman b Kyle Awbery 47 5 Calum Plowright ct Connor Gates b Kyle Awbery 23 6 Adam Roberts ct Tim Coleman b Kyle Awbery 4 7 N Herbert* ct Ryan Lovell b Ryan Awbery 14 8 Ranjit Nanda ct James Howes b Tim Coleman 22 9 Glenn Burgess run out (Kyle Awbery) 6 10 Chad Balluza b Ryan Awbery 11 11 Harry Dennis-Jones not out 4 Extras 22 Total 201 Wickets all out Overs 50 Wellingborough Town CC - 1st XI 1 Richard Curtis ct Chad Balluza b Glenn Burgess 19 2 James Howes* ct Calum Plowright b N Herbert 4 3 James McDermott b Glenn Burgess 61 4 Tim Coleman not out 57 5 Cameron Ross lbw b N Herbert 27 6 Connor Gates not out 11 7 Kyle Awbery did not bat 8 Ryan Awbery did not bat 9 Sam Owen did not bat 10 Ryan Lovell† did not bat 11 James Westley did not bat Extras 25 Total 204 Wickets 4 Overs 45.4

Great Oakley CC - 1st XI Vs Irthlingborough Town CC - 1st XI Saturday 25th July 2015 Score 184 for 10 (41.0 overs) ‘b’ ‘t’ 186 for 8 (56.5 overs) Points 0 20 Great Oakley CC - 1st XI 1 Chris York b Ben Parsons 17 2 Owen Bell ct Ashley Doggett b Alex McDonald 15 3 Alan York ct Ashley Doggett b Ben Parsons 0 4 Lautaro Musiani ct Jon Potkins b Ben Parsons 21 5 Lee Bell ct Ross Coles b Ben Parsons 41 6 Daniel Partridge b Terry Butt 24 7 Ryan Bell lbw b Terry Butt 0 8 Darren Cullen not out 43 9 Aaron Bell lbw b Ben Parsons 0 10 Thomas Cullen ct Luke Fleming b Ben Parsons 15 11 Ashley York ct Ashley Doggett b Ben Parsons 5 Extras 3 Total 184 Wickets all out Overs 41 Irthlingborough Town CC - 1st XI 1 Sam Knight lbw b Aaron Bell 2 2 Luke Fleming† lbw b Ryan Bell 12 3 Ashley Doggett* not out 75 4 Alex McDonald ct Lee Bell b Thomas Cullen 6 5 Jon Potkins ct Ashley York b Lautaro Musiani 18 6 James Ball lbw b Lee Bell 6 7 Terry Butt lbw b Lee Bell 8 8 Martin Hills ct Lautaro Musiani b Alan York 20 9 Ben Parsons ct Aaron Bell b Alan York 0 10 Bayes Day not out 4 11 Ross Coles did not bat Extras 35 Total 186 Wickets 8 Overs 56.5

Thrapston CC - 1st XI Vs Kettering Town CC - 1st XI Saturday 25th July 2015 Score 115 for 9 (50 overs) 204 for 7 (50 overs) ‘b’ ‘t’’ Points 0 0 Draw Thrapston CC - 1st XI 1 Greg Munro lbw b G Groenland 101 2 Steven Wilson lbw b Ryan Gavin 4 3 James Parker b Darren Hall 20 4 Theo Brooks lbw b Darren Hall 3 5 Pete Bevan† ct Ryan Wright b Darren Hall 11 6 James White not out 20 7 Jack Pierce b G Groenland 10 8 Tom Smith b G Groenland 12 9 Shivam Poppat not out 2 10 Matthew Cannon did not bat 11 Lewis James* did not bat Extras 21 Total 204 Wickets 7 Overs 50 Kettering Town CC - 1st XI 1 Paul Spicker† lbw b Lewis James 6 2 George Groenland not out 62 3 Will Groenland ct Pete Bevan b M Cannon 14 4 Ryan Wright b Lewis James 0 5 Mark Palmer b M Cannon 1 6 Gareth Pamplin lbw b M Cannon 0 7 James Pamplin* ct Greg Munro b Theo Brooks 0 8 Henry Cade lbw b Lewis James 13 9 Ian Johnson b Lewis James 0 10 Ryan Gavin ct Steven Wilson b Jack Pierce 8 11 Darren Hall not out 5 Extras 6 Total 115 Wickets 9 Overs 50

DIVISION ONE Desborough Town CC - 1st XI V Weekley & Warkton CC - 1st XI Saturday 25th July 2015 Score 241 for 7 (50.0 overs) ‘b’ ‘t’ 126 for 10 (40.0 overs) Points 30 0 Desborough Town CC - 1st XI 1 Simon Renshaw lbw b Matthew Cortese 2 2 Ethan Delargy ct Unsure b Jacob Palmer 43 3 Jason Marshall not out 105 4 Siviwe Gidana ct Tom Ablitt b James Smith 0 5 Lee Pollard* b Dave Walklate 60 6 Jamie Delargy ct Unsure b James Smith 6 7 Alex Forward b James Smith 6 8 Malcolm Moody b James Smith 2 9 Pete Burnham† not out 14 10 Sam Harris did not bat 11 Simon West did not bat Extras 3 Total 241 Wickets 7 Overs 50 Weekley & Warkton CC - 1st XI 1 Sam Palmer* b Siviwe Gidana 7 2 Tom Ablitt ct Alex Forward b Simon West 8 3 Craig Ferguson b Siviwe Gidana 8 4 Jonathan Lamb b Ethan Delargy 17 5 Jacob Palmer ct Pete Burnham b Ethan Delargy 6 6 Liam Piddington† retired out 34 7 Joe Bailey ct Pete Burnham b Siviwe Gidana 14 8 Matthew Cortese lbw b Ethan Delargy 1 9 James Smith not out 5 10 William Patrick b Ethan Delargy 0 11 Dave Walklate b Ethan Delargy 0 Extras 26 Total 126 Wickets all out Overs 40

DIVISION TWO Brigstock CC - 1st XI Vs Rushden Town CC - 2nd XI Saturday 25th July 2015 Score 304 for 5 (50 overs) ‘b’ 186 for 8 (50 overs) ‘t’ Points 0 0 Draw Brigstock CC - 1st XI 1 Suk Singh b C Nicholson 23 2 Ian Sharp b C Nicholson 47 3 Pat Croker ct Simon Childs b Mark Allbright 5 4 Sat Singh* b William Liptrot 64 5 Tashwin Lukas b C Nicholson 11 6 Duncan Croker not out 101 7 Seb Langmead not out 33 8 John Udall did not bat 9 Damon Cresswell† did not bat 10 John O’Grady did not bat 11 Alan Bamford did not bat Extras 20 Total 304 Wickets 5 Overs 50 Rushden Town CC - 2nd XI 1 James Rawlins* ct Duncan Croker b Tashwin Lukas 23 2 Sam Fowler b Tashwin Lukas 1 3 Jordan Baxter ct Ian Sharp b John Udall 59 4 Callum Nicholson b John Udall 16 5 Gareth Griffiths† b Patrick Croker 41 6 William Liptrot b John Udall 0 7 Luke Barnett b Duncan Croker 12 8 Simon Childs b Duncan Croker 0 9 Mark Allbright not out 16 10 Thomas Moffatt not out 0 11 Chris Law did not bat Extras 18 Total 186 Wickets 8 Overs 50

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GOAL!: Ogbonna rifles in the Poppies second

STEELMEN: Back row, left to right: Ashley Sammons, Ben Milnes, Duane Courtney, Paul Walker, Edi Appleton, Spencer Weir-Daley, Anton Brown. Front row: Connor Kennedy, Kalern Thomas, Cleveland Taylor (captain), Greg Mills.

Dutch magic from PSV lifts the Steel Park Cup Last weekend Corby Town hosted the inaugural Steel Park Cup competition which featured teams from Porto.

PSV Eindhoven and Liverpool along with the Steelmen.

The tournament began with a game between Corby and Porto ‘B’ at midday on Saturday. The first ever Steel Park Cup goal was scored by Corby’s Greg Mills who shot past Andre Caio in the Porto goal from the edge of the box in the 26th minute. Ismael Leon missed a glorious close range chance after 63 minutes but made amends by netting Porto’s equaliser ten minutes later to make the final score 1-1.

The slightly cagey opening fixture was followed by a more open game between Liverpool and PSV Eindhoven. PSV skipper Clint Leemans gave his side an early lead from the penalty spot

Poppies add for new season

NEW MAN: Will Grocott signs.

WINNERS: PSV captain Clint Leemans with Steel Park Cup but two outstanding goals in the space of a minute by Jack Dunn turned the game on its head.

Olivier Romains levelled it at 2-2 and after Samed Yesil had restored Liverpool’s advantage Kenneth Paal scored to make the final score 3-3.

So all four teams ended the opening day with one point to their name, leaving everything to play for on day two.

Kettering Town Football Club are delighted to announce the signing of Will Grocott from Rugby Town.

Grocott has arrived at Latimer Park following a season at Butlin Road with Rugby Town and featured in both fixtures as The Valleys completed a successful double over The Poppies last season.

The 24-year-old has earned a reputation as an attacking midfielder with an eye for goal with impressive pace and made 41 appearances for the Warwickshire club, netting 4 goals, after joining them from a spell in Canada with KW United and Toronto Lynx.

The midfielder started out in the Aston Villa academy where he spent

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Corby were again in action first and matched PSV for the opening forty five minutes of their encounter. A quick burst of scoring early in the second period from Moussa Sanoh, Sven Blummel and Albert Gudmundsson gave the Dutch side a slightly flattering 3-0 victory and put them in pole position.

Liverpool and Porto ‘B’ both knew what they had to do to topple PSV from top spot and Liverpool boosted their line up with the inclusion of first team players Emre Can and Phillipe Coutinho. They both played the opening forty five minutes but by half time Ndubisi Agu and Ivo Rodrigues had scored the goals which gave Porto a 2-0 win. They fell short of the margin of victory needed to take top spot and it was the young PSV side which lifted the Steel Park Cup.

GOAL!: Congrats to the ‘Big’ man Pictures Jim McAlwane

Joseph and Gordon join the Diamonds squad AFC Rushden & Diamonds confirm that Scott Joseph and Delroy Gordon signed for the Club for the 2015/16 season yesterday. We look forward to seeing them on the pitch this coming season.

Scott is a striker who originally joined from AFC Kempston Rovers at the end of March 2014, and scored 5 goals for the club in the remainder of that season before moving back to Kempston. He rejoined the Diamonds in October 2014 and scored 14 goals in 25 appearances during the 2014-15 season, picking up

ten years at Villa Park before having spells with Leicester City, Kettering Town and Loughborough Dynamost.

Dubi Ogbonna’s registration for our Evo-Stik Southern League Premier Division campaign has been completed.

Ogbonna, who hit 16 goals to be the club’s joint-top scorer last season, had a year’s option on his contract and this was taken by the club back in early June.

Development squad players Perry Katesmark, Adam Moussi, Nathan Bobowicz, Dan Harmon and Lewis Carpetner have also signed first team registrations with the club.

Harmon is the son of ex-Poppy, Darren Harmon, and was released

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the final Player of the Month award for that season.

Diamonds fans may remember Delroy from his time with the R&DFC Youth setup, around the time the team gained Football League status. He has since played at several different levels of non-league football, including at Step 1 with Kettering Town and Nuneaton Town. Last season he played for Leamington FC in the Conference North, and has also spent time at Corby Town, Stamford, Oxford City, Banbury United and Rugby Town.

completing a two-year scholarship.

The midfielder also had spells with Bedford Town, AFC Rushden & Diamonds and Cogenhoe United.

The club also added the signings of Scott Dutton from Wolverhampton Wanderers and St Lucian defender Melanius Mullarkey.

Goalkeeper Dutton, 19, has signed and becomes our fourth signing of the summer following the arrival of Dom Langdon, Saul Williams and Jevani Brown.

Dutton, had spent a month last season with Crawley Town on loan having joined from his first professional club Wolves in early 2009.

At Molineux he never made a firstteam appearance, but was a regular in the development and U-21’s squad.

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The club is also delighted to confirm the registration of Melanius Mullarkey who was scouted for Birmingham City at a young age, playing five years with their youth setup, before moving on to Coventry City.

Mullarkey, travelled to Cyprus to play for Limmasol but returned to the United Kingdom, and has made appearances for Banbury United, Bedworth United, Long Buckby, Rugby Town and Corby Town. He made his debut for St Lucia in May, his only cap so far, in the 2-0 defeat to Grenada in the 2015 Windward Islands Tournament.

Development squad players Silvano Obeng, Niall Duffy and Brane Djujic have also signed first team registrations with the club.