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Newlands TO 10.4%! get £125,000 revamp

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Work is set to start at Kettering’s Newlands shopping centre – which will include one of the first breast feeding lounges for mums in the UK

The work will also see the comprehensive redevelopment of the toilet facilities and surrounding area in the centre.

Centre owners say the project will be finished in time for Christmas. The contract for the revamp has been awarded to local firm Wrightmans Construction.

The new facility will provide a modern, clean environment, with baby changing facilities in both men’s and ladies toilets, a fully equipped disabled toilet and a private and comfortable area in part of the existing lobby for breast feeding.

Centre bosses have worked with leading breast feeding charity La Leche League on the design of the new lounge.

Its spokesman, Anna Burbidge, said: “Many mothers, especially first-time mums, worry about what they will do if their baby needs breast feeding when

they are out.

“Although breast feeding is not something which needs to be hidden away, having an area where they can relax and feed their baby while out shopping will be a very welcome facility for many women.”

There will be a small entrance fee of 20p, which will contribute to the costs of a full-time attendant to ensure the facility is clean and safe at all times.

Mark Robinson of centre owners Ellandi, added: “The provision of a private area for breast feeding mothers and their toddlers, is yet another incremental innovation, like installing free WiFi, to give shoppers new reasons to come back to Kettering.

“The icing on the cake is finding local contractors to work with on the project, so we are investing in the town and a local business.”

Dragon leaves the den!

THERE’S a real Buzz around Rothwell when Pauline Kemm takes her pet for a walk round the town.

Pauline’s best four-legged friend isn’t a pooch – it’s a four-year-old female bearded dragon!

And as our fantastic picture by John Robertson shows, the pair can regularly be seen strolling around the centre of the market town.

Pauline, who suffers from arthritis and uses a stick to help her get around, says the regular walks, with Buzz on her lead, help her condition.

And she adds Buzz gets ‘depressed’ if she can’t get out for her constitutional because of bad weather!

Pauline said: “Buzz is a real character, she just loves to be outside and enjoys going to the park and the shops.

“We do get a lot of attention from people when we’re out and about. The walks are good exercise for both of us and help to get me out and keep me active.”

Going for walks isn’t the only quirky habit Buzz has, Pauline explained. She also has got the taste for coffee – as long as it’s a cappuccino!

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Adrenaline rush for lottery honour votes > COUNTY A local urban sports project is calling for support as voting gets underway to for this year’s National Lottery Awards – which will be screened on TV later in the year.

The awards recognise the positive impact Lottery-funded projects – both big and small – make to local communities.

FREEWHEELING @ Adrenaline Alley is one of only three projects to make it through in the Best Voluntary/ Charity Project category.

Adrenaline Alley provides a safe and secure environment for young people in Northamptonshire – including those who are disabled and disadvantaged – to take part in BMX, skateboard and scooter activities.

It received £43,862 of National Lottery funding from The BIG Lottery Fund.

Mandy Young, co-founder of the Corby-based Alley, said: “Our late son,

John, experienced what it is like to be wheelchair-bound. We opened Adrenaline Alley to give John and others with disabilities opportunities to participate in sport.

“The Alley continues to expand and provide better services that allow everyone to participate in BMX and other urban sports.

“For us, it’s about passion, dedication and, most of all, keeping John’s memory alive. We’d like people to show their appreciation of our work by voting for us to win.”

The winner in each category, decided by the public, will be celebrated at a special star-studded BBC1 show later in the year.

Winners receive a £2,000 cash prize to spend on their project, as well as a coveted trophy.

Voting closes at midnight on Sunday October 28. To vote for FREEWHEELING @ Adrenaline Alley call: 0844 836 9731 (5p from a BT landline) or log on to: www.lotterygoodcauses.org.uk/awards FREEWHEELING: The project received £43,862 of National Lottery funding from The BIG Lottery Fund.

New school is a class act Youngsters say YES > Kettering

> KETTERING THE start of the new school term heralded a major milestone for Kettering Science Academy as pupils were welcomed into its new £28million state-of-the-art building for the first time.

It marks a new chapter for KSA, which opened as an academy three years ago and is sponsored by the Brooke Weston Trust.

The new building boasts some impressive features – a 450-seat theatre, purpose built dance and drama studios, a sports hall built to Sport England standards, a design area that includes CAD/CAM technology and music rooms that are linked up for recording.

The two-story building is divided into departments which are linked to a central courtyard bearing the inscription: ‘Give me a place to stand and I will move the Earth – Archimedes.’

Classrooms are designed for smaller class sizes and the building uses glass throughout to maximise light and to create a sense of openness. There is also a swipe card system which acts as an automatic register for pupils and each department is furnished with the latest IT. In the main entrance, visitors are

BRAND NEW: Lots of glass greets classes to the state-of-the-art Kettering Science Academy building. greeted by a giant periodic table created by gifted and talented pupils over the last year. They were given an element to research and then had to design a tile to reflect its properties.

Principal Martin Campbell, said: “This new building will enable pupils and staff to work in an environment fit for 21st century learning. It is the beginning of a new chapter in the life of KSA.” Year 11 pupil Charlie Massie said she was looking forward to working in the new building. She said: “I think as soon as you walk in, your attitude changes towards learning. It feels more professional.”

Sonan Seroye agreed, saying: “I was

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A PIONEERING project that gives young people a fascinating insight into the work of the emergency services has been launched in Kettering.

The jointly-funded YES (Youth Engagement Scheme) partnership between Northamptonshire Police and Fire and Rescue Service is aimed at introducing young people to the work they do within the community in a fun and interactive way.

Over the next six weeks, the school pupils selected to take part will be shown the many aspects of police and fire and rescue work and experience what it’s like to be a police officer and firefighter.

Specialist police dog and firearms officers will demonstrate the equipment and vehicles used to assist them in their work. Officers will also talk about their roles induding issues such as anti-social behaviour, drugs, knife crime and drinking.

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All the school students taking part will have the opportunity to work towards a certificate teaching vital lifesaving skills on the British Heart Foundation Heartstart course.

The YES programme will culminate in a ‘passing out parade’ where the youngsters will receive a certificate.

The outstanding achiever on the programme also receives a special shield Kettering PCSO Jayne Breeze, said: “The aim of the YES project is to give young people a greater understanding of how police and partner agencies work and their role in making better and safer communities.”

Fire Service Watch Manager Stephen Davis, whose initial idea it was, added: “The YES project is an excellent opportunity to work with local young people to give them an insight into the role of the service.

“The young people taking part really enjoy the variety of the sessions, giving their best in the tasks we set them.”

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Club on its metal to help improve lives Young dance stars shine > Kettering

AN AMBITIOUS project to improve the lives of disabled people in some of the poorest places in the world is hoping the inspiration of the Paralympics will give its efforts a major boost in Kettering.

The Rotary Club of Corby Phoenix is urging people across the town to dig out unwanted pieces of scrap copper, brass, aluminium, lead and stainless steel that can be converted to cash.

The money is then used by the MetalsXchange project to provide prosthetic limbs to people in the Third World.

The club’s new president, Peter Brotherton, is hoping people in Kettering and across Northamptonshire will be inspired by

the efforts of the Paralympians and join the fundraising drive.

The money is used by a worldwide project called Jaipur Limb to produce artificial legs for as little as £25.

MetalsXchange is just one of a number of charity fundraising drives Peter is hoping will make a difference during his time as club president.

He said: “Jaipur Limb, with our assistance, means that those in the countries of the so-called third world who receive limbs funded by our activities can walk, run, work and simply lead normal lives. Surely, noone should have less.”

To donate scrap metal to the campaign, email: metalsxchange@gmail.com or call Mel Jarvis on: 07790 003653.

> KETTERING THESE smiling youngsters are celebrating glittering success on the dance floor.

The medal test results of the dancers from S&D School of Dance, based in Bath Road, Kettering, were ‘exceptional’, with a high number of honours and highly-commended gradings.

Started in early 2006, the Stuart & Debbie School of Dance is now well established as a successful Ballroom and Latin Dance School across the Mid-

lands and is a member of the International Dance Teachers’ Association.

Stuart Tranter explained: “Our dance school covers age groups from three, right up to pupils in their 70s and they have all really done well.

“We are really pleased with the results. We had 63 pupils taking tests and three youngsters achieved 98 per cent for their Latin American dance.”

For more details about the school, log on to: www.stuartanddebbie.co.uk

PRECIOUS: Scrap metals can transform lives.

Help battling Lexie to walk will feature Small Faces tribute band, Small Fakers.

Ian said: “I do not want cards cakes or PEOPLE around the region are being asking to help raise £20,000 to send presents. I only want people to buy a ticklittle Lexie Fordyce to America for a et and come along to have a good time.

“The thing I want most in the world, life-changing operation.

The battling four-year-old youngster is to see Lexie walk – and this event can has started school in Corby this week help us to achieve that dream.”

Lexie was born eight weeks premaas her family awaits news of the revolutionary surgery that they hope will al- ture. Her condition means her muscles are tight and painful. She needs daily low her to walk.

They have raised almost £50,000 to physiotherapy sessions. The youngster send her to St Louis Children’s Hospi- has had Botox injections to help make BALLROOM STARS: Above and below right, children from S&D at their medal presentations. tal in Missouri for the operation and her muscles less painful.

The operation Lexie is looking to last week applied for a date for it to take place. But more cash is needed for the have is called Selective Dorsal Rhizotintensive physiotherapy she will need omy (SDR) and involves severing some nerves in the spinal canal, releasing the after her American trip.

Lexie, who lives with her mum Lisa spasticity of tight muscles.

Ian explained: “We applied for a date and big sister Kelsey, 13, suffers with quadriplegic cerebral palsy, which for the operation last week. I’m hoping means she is currently unable to walk it can take place before next spring.

“The whole community has really or stand unaided and her only way of rallied round with its fundraising efgetting about is by crawling.

People across the county have rallied forts and we are tremendously grateful. to the call to back ‘Lexie’s He added: “When you Leggy Fund’. But £20,000 see the work the hospital in still needs to be raised for America carries out and the the appeal. results, it is truly tremendous.

As part of that drive, They are life-changing.” her granddad Ian has Tickets for Grampy’s turned his 60th birthday Birthday Bash are only £8 bash into a fundraising and are available from Ian event. Grampy’s Birthday on 07870 129 965, the RaBash will take place at ven Hotel in Corby, and the Raven Hall in Corby GRAMPY’S BIRTHDAY BID: also the Barber Shop in on Friday October 26 and Lexie with her big sister Kelsey. Everest Lane, Corby.

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UKIP invitation Bid to cut allowances > Kettering

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AN invite has gone out to people in the Kettering and Wellingborough areas to attend an important meeting of UKIP later this month.

Branch chairman Adrian Haynes, is moving to Bedfordshire and members are being asked to elect a new chairman, secretary, treasurer and committee, as well as to discuss next year’s county council elections.

The county’s MEP Derek Clark said the meeting will take place at The Hind Hotel in Sheep Street, Wellingborough, on Friday September 28, at 7pm for a 7.30pm start.

For further information about the meeting or UKIP, contact Don Ransome, on: 07971 700685.

A PLAN to save more than £80,000 a year by changing allowances paid to Northamptonshire councillors will be discussed at a meeting of the authority tomorrow.

The full council will discuss a report produced by an independent panel which recommends increasing the basic allowance paid to councillors while reducing the amount of funding for special responsibilities.

Northamptonshire members currently receive a lower rate of basic allowance than councillors at any other county council in England.

The authority says the proposed changes would result in an annual saving of £88,000 and would bring Northamptonshire’s allowances closer to, though still significantly below, the national average for county councils.

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Top firework team’s explosive gig > Wicksteed Park ONE of the world’s top firework display teams will light up the sky above Wicksteed Park at this year’s annual Bonfire Night display.

MLE pyrotechnics, from Daventry, are the current British Champions and came second in the World Championships.

They are also due to compete in a British champion of champions event in Plymouth next year.

Their display will be one of the highlights

SHOWS

Comedian Jim Davidson, at The Lighthouse in Kettering on Friday September 21. The strictly adults only show starts at 7.30pm; tickets £20. Visit: www. lighthousetheatre.co.uk/whats-on Kettering and District Theatrical Society’s The Sound of Music, September 25-29 at The Lighthouse Theatre. 7.30pm with a 2.30pm Saturday matinee. Tickets are £13, concessions £11, family of four £40 (min one child).

Stand and Deliver – a comedy set in a maternity ward, by Bonkers Theatrical Productions. At the Masque Theatre, Barton Seagrave. October 25-27, 7.30pm.

Call 01536 213030 to book.

Kettering Youth Theatre, October 31-Nov 3, times vary. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Details here: www.kytg.co.uk Kettering Gang Show – book now on 01536 414141. November 23-26, 7.15pm and Saturday matinee at 2.15pm at the Lighthouse Theatre in Kettering.

More than 100 Brownies, Cubs, Scouts, Explorer Scouts, Guides and Leaders perform songs, sketches, dance and comedy routines, both old and new.

Thrapston Amateur Dramatic Society – A Murder Is Announced. At Thrapston Plaza, December 5-8. Forthcoming details will be here: tadsthrapston.org.uk

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Call: 01536 410285 Smiley Tots Tuesdays, 9.45-11.45am, Ise Pavillion, Grantown Close, £2 for 1st child, £1 thereafter.

Call Sarah: 01536 352653 St Edwards Mums & Tots Wednesdays, 9-11am, St Edwards RC Primary School, Eastleigh Road, £1.20 for 1st child, 30p thereafter.

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Wellingborough Town FC’s quiz night at the Dog ‘n Duck stadium.

Top prizes, teams of up to four people.

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of the night at the park, which will also include a funfair and a performance by local band Short Notice, the winners of the Wicksteed’s Got Talent competition last month.

Part of this entrance fee for the event, on Saturday November 3, will go towards providing educational events and supporting the other charitable objectives of the Wicksteed Charitable Trust, which runs the park.

You can have a sneak preview of what a MLE display looks like by visiting http:// www.mlepyrotechnics.co.uk/mle-win-the-

EVENTS

Every Sunday Car Boot Sale at Wicksteed Park. Until autumn, gates are open from 6am to buyers and 7am to sellers.

Every Monday Bridge lessons. At Kettering Bridge Club, on the corner of Grange Road and Field Street in Kettering.

Call: 01536 502 795.

Every Wednesday Burton Latimer Youth Service, advice sessions for young people on subjects such as drug and alcohol awareness and personal matters. 7pm to 9.30pm, Civic Centre, Burton Latimer. Details: 01536 721261.

First Thursday Kettering Stamp & Philatelic Society meets at St Mary’s CEVA Primary School, Fuller Street, Kettering at 7.30pm, membership is £10 adults and £6 senior citizens. Call: 01536 746800.

2011-british-firework-championships-2/ Marie Phillips, Wicksteed Park Marketing Co-ordinator, said: “The annual firework display is enjoyed by thousands of families and this year looks like being no different.

“We will have one of the best firework display teams in the world and plenty more of exciting things for people to see and do.”

Tickets for the event are £4 if booked in advance and £5 on the day.

Wicksteed Park has also announced details of its Hallowe’en entertainment.

The park will be hosting a Rocky Horror

Tribute on Friday October 26, from 7:30pm, live in the Wicksteed Pavilion.

Admission is £15 per person with a basket meal and disco with Big Bopper Entertainment.

A Little Monsters Ball will provide spooky fun with Wicky Bear and his friends on Saturday October 27, with tickets £3 for children and 50p for adults if booked in advance.

Further information on how to book tickets for all events is available at http://www. wicksteedpark.co.uk/whats-on.aspx

We’ve got the X Factor

A killer in the midst… > KETTERING IF you’re a fan of murder mystery novels, a unique opportunity is in store for you today (Wednesday September 19).

Kettering Waterstones is hosting a booksigning by international best-selling crime author John Connolly – in the town’s High Street bookshop to promote the release of his newest title, ‘The Wrath of Angels’.

The novel is the latest instalment in Dublinborn Connolly’s Charlie Parker detective series.

Connolly will also be promoting the release of ‘Books to Die For’ (a collaboration with Declan Burke) an anthology on what makes the classic crime. The signing event starts at 12.30pm and is open to all.

Connolly’s first novel, ‘Every Dead Thing’, was published in 1999, and introduced the character of Charlie Parker; a former policeman turned priSERIAL WRITER: John vate investigator hunting the killer of his wife and Connolly. daughter.

Lindy Chambers (24), lead bookseller at Kettering Waterstones, said: “We are thrilled to be hosting such a big name here in Kettering. John Connolly’s stories are exciting, original and unparalleled among his genre. Charlie Parker is without doubt one of the most compelling and engaging characters out there. We urge you – if you love crime, you need to try him! If you’re already a fan – make sure you don’t miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime!”

Forthcoming book signings at the shop include: October 6 (10-4pm) military historian Christopher Jory; October 13 (10-4pm) teen fiction writer Jess Sturman-Coombs; October 20 (10-4pm) ‘Email from a Vampire’ author Nigel Cooper; and October 27 (11am) Derrick Thompson, signing copies of ‘Last Night’ – set in Northampton in 1963. More details at Waterstones.

Factor at Boughton House, putting contestants through their paces.

The stately home was chosen as Gary’s THE STATELY surroundings of Boughton House near Kettering have always had the “judge’s house” – the part of the series where he chooses his acts to go forward to the live shows.

X Factor for locals.

A-lister Cheryl arrived by helicopter to join Now the magnificent property has proved a hit the Take That star to help mentor his acts. The with pop royalty Gary Barlow and Cheryl Cole.

They’ve been filming the hit ITV1 show the X duo are mentoring the over 25s category.

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Concert at The Castle > COUNTY

SONGBIRD: Louise Jordan.

SONGBIRD: Louise Jordan.

ACOUSTIC singer, composer and musician Louise Jordan will be calling in to the region as part of a UKwide autumn tour, helping to launch her second album.

Presenting a concert of her original material, Louise will be appearing at The Castle in Wellingborough on Friday September 28.

On sale at the event, the album ‘Florilegium’, which follows the award-winning 2011 debut album ‘TEMPVS’

by Louise, who is credited as writer, engineer and producer. She also sings, plays guitar, piano and cello. For further details, visit: www. louisejordan.co.uk Tickets for Louise’s performance at The Castle can be purchased from the venue, here: www.thecastle.org.uk/ louise-jordan

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Top cop Gary waves farewell > CORBY A POLICE Inspector who has been keeping the streets of Corby safe for more than two decades has retired after almost 30 years in uniform.

Sector Inspector Gary Williams, a native of the town, joined Northamptonshire Police as a constable in November 1982.

He started his career in Wellingborough and Rushden, before undertaking a detectives’ course in 1987.

Two years later Gary was promoted to sergeant and was posted to Kettering, before arriving as a patrol sergeant on Corby in 1991.

Later Gary passed his inspectors exam and remained in Corby until he was promoted to the post of Corby Sector Inspector in 2004.

During his career he has won a number of commendations for his police work and earlier this year he received a Spirit of Corby Award in recognition of his hard work and dedication to the town and its people.

Chief Inspector Chris Hillery, said: “Gary is well respected by his colleagues and the people of Corby, and his passion and – dare I say it – the highlight of his career was his posting to Corby in 1991.

“Gary has been a champion for policing in Corby and assisted partners in

SPECIAL T-shirts designed by schoolchildren are now being sported by staff in pubs, clubs, restaurants and businesses across Northamptonshire in support of a campaign to reduce violence.

GET THE MESSAGE: Sergeant Victoria Newitt, from Operation Challenge, and Luke Norrey, assistant manager at The Railway Inn in Rushden, with one of the T-shirts.

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Gary will be missed but not forgotten and we wish him well in his future endeavours.”

Inspector Williams said: “I have dedicated the last 21 years to policing in Corby, the town where I was born and bred and it has been an honour to perform the role of Borough Commander over the past eight years.

“The past 30 years have flown by and, hopefully, I will get as much satisfaction and fun out of the next 30.

“I am leaving behind an excellent policing service in Corby and the wid-

The youngsters from Weavers School in Wellingborough won a Dragons’ Den style competition run by police with their “One punch can take a life” design.

The competition showcased the film ‘One Punch can Kill’ based on the consequences of a single violent act, featuring how Stuart Martin, from Wellingborough, was tragically killed by one punch on a night out in Northamptonshire in 2010.

Chief Inspector Andy Cox of Northamptonshire police, said: “The T-shirts carry such a strong and visible message and we saw this as a great opportunity to maximise the number of people talking and thinking about the consequences of violence. The response has been overwhelming with a huge number of premises taking part.

“The T-shirts also had a great response at the Operation Challenge stand at the Force Open Day at Headquarters, with hundreds of people stopping to chat with our officers.”

Staff working in venues in Corby, Wellingborough, Wollaston, Rushden and Higham Ferrers are now wearing the T-shirts.

Home crafts on display century sampler, lace bobbins and many examples of embroidery, ceramAN exhibition titled ‘Home Made ics, wood carvings, brass rubbings, in Burton’ is currently being staged sketches, paintings and photographs.

The exhibition is open on Thursdays at Burton Latimer Heritage Museum.

As the title suggests, it features the and Saturdays, 10am-1pm and from 1.30work of Burton Latimer craftsmen, art- 4.30pm on the last Sunday of the month.

The exhibition closes on Saturday Deists and hobbyists over the years.

The exhibits on show in the High cember 1. For enquiries or to arrange visStreet museum include a child’s 19th its at other times, call: 01536 722722.

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er county, which has fantastic staff that are committed to always providing the best possible policing service we can and making the county a safer place to live.

“It is a massive wrench to be leaving behind so many friends and colleagues, who have some huge challenges ahead.

“On a personal note, I would like to thank everybody in the communities of Corby who have supported officers in Corby and me personally over the years; it has been a bumpy ride at times but together we have made a real change.

The spirit of Corby has shone through and our town is a great place to live and bring up our families.”

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Nurse Jean is new deputy at council > KETTERING JEAN Addison, who works as a nurse at Kettering General Hospital, has been elected as the new deputy leader of Corby Council.

She was voted into the role at a full meeting of the authority following the resignation of Mark Pengelly from the post.

Cllr Addison has lived in Corby since the early 70s and was elected as a Corby councillor in May 2003. She served a year in office as Mayor of Corby in 2007/8.

She said: “I am honoured to accept the position of deputy leader and would like to thank all my fellow councillors for their support.”

A chance to star > COUNTY IS there a ‘little orphan Annie’ songstress in your family? If so, the organisers of a popular forthcoming musical would love to hear from you!

Members of the Wellingborough Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society are presenting the family musical, Annie, at The Castle, Wellingborough, next March. And auditions (aged eight and above), for the parts of Annie and the orphans, are on Sunday October 7 at 2.30pm at the Parochial Rooms, College Street, Wollaston. Auditionees should take a current photograph.

Details: Janet Wicks: 01933 317304.

Art is child’s play for Chloe > KETTERING BUDDING young artist Chloe Jones is a national competition winner at the tender age of seven.

Chloe, from Broughton, received a host of prizes for her effort in a Play in Hospital Week contest, judged by top TV comic Harry Hill.

Her picture, drawn when she was at Kettering General Hospital, will now be used to help publicise National Play in Hospital Week.

Running from October 8-14, it aims to raise awareness of the benefits of play in the treatment of sick children across the UK. The competition asked children and young people to produce a drawing that illustrates how play in hospital helps them.

Hundreds of entries flooded in but it was the drawing produced by Chloe that Harry Hill chose.

Chloe, who visited hospital for investigations into a stomach disorder, drew her picture during a visit to KGH as a day patient.

Encouraged by the hospital’s play team she entered the competition while she was waiting to be seen and drew a colourful picture of a smiling teddy next to a bottle of medicine.

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“We are delighted that Harry Hill liked Chloe’s brilliant drawing and are really proud that she has been named as the national winner.”

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Crowds feel the force at open day > COUNTY A STATE-OF-THE-ART scanSUNSHINE and safety were top of the list when Northamptonshire Police staged their open day – thousands of people from across the county turned out to enjoy the many displays and stands at Force Headquarters, Wootton Hall.

The day was opened officially by High Sheriff John Townsend and Deputy Chief

Constable Suzette Davenport.

A traffic collision scene including Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service and the police helicopter was among demonstrations and the petrol bombing, dogs section, firearms and mock trial demos also drew huge crowds.

Chief Inspector Nick Lyall said: “All the hard work and preparation was worth it – the day was fantastic with thousands of people at the event enjoying everything on offer in the sunshine.”

“It was an opportunity for us to showcase the many different aspects of policing and for people to learn about what we do as a force. While much fun was had by adults and children alike, it was also a great way of educating people about important subjects including safety and crime prevention.

“The feedback was phenomenal and I would like to thank the public for their support and all the officers, cadets and staff who were dedicated to making the event such a success.”

CRIME SCENE: Demonstrations included petrol bombings, firearms and a traffic collision during the force open day.

Door knock begins for electors A passion for papercraft Adult learners celebrate success > County RESIDENTS who haven’t yet returned their yellow Register of Electors form may get a doorstep visit from a council representative to help them complete it.

Ignoring the form is an offence carrying a penalty of up to £1,000.

A council spokesman said: “It’s important we have the yellow forms returned so that residents are on the electoral register. Even with reminder letters, we know people forget to fill it in and return it, so our Visiting Officer goes round to those houses to see if he

can help. He’ll always carry identification, which he’ll be happy to show, and all the visits take place during daylight hours so no one has to open the door to him after dark.

“If you’re at home when he calls, he’ll complete the registration form with you on the doorstep. If you’re out, he’ll leave a yellow card to remind you to return your registration form.”

This year, Electoral Services teams of East Northamptonshire, Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough, Daventry, Northampton and South Northamptonshire councils are working together to register voters.

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Scrapbook-making, papercrafts and stamp-collecting enthusiasts are invited to Kettering Conference Centre on October 13 and 14 when a Big Stamp & Scrapbooking Show is being held.

A wealth of craft inspiration and shopping will be on offer for those who enjoy cardmaking and all sorts of papercraft hobbies – from novices to advanced crafters.

Organiser of the event, Kettering-based ERS Group (Express Rubber Stamp), says the allnew event will showcase demonstrations of the works of more than 40 hobby retailers and and suppliers – from rubber stamps and paints to dyes and digital crafting CDs. Find out more and book tickets, here: www.bssbs.co.uk or telephone: 01536 481778.

ADULT learners at Tresham College were congratulated for their hard work and determination to succeed at special awards ceremony at its Kettering campus.

The event marked the success of the 130 students who completed the college’s Access to Higher Education programme.

The programme has been specially designed for adults who lack the formal qualifications necessary to study at a higher level, or those who have been out of education

for some time and want to return to learning.

A college spokeswoman said: “The course provides the opportunity for groups that are typically under represented in Higher Education providing flexible teaching in a supportive environment, and timetabled so that people with schoolage children can attend.”

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Comic Lenny brings pop to life Piano-playing debut in double visit to region > COUNTY Lenny Henry is going back to his roots with a brand new oneman comedy show. His 38-date national tour of ‘Pop Life’ begins next month and calls into the region twice – Corby’s The Core on October 25 and The Castle at Wellingborough on November 1.

In the show, Lenny will take us on a joyride through his life via his primary passion – music – entwined with his renowned witty charisma. Pop Life will feature Lenny playing the piano in front of an audience for the first time, after having recently passed his grade 4 piano exam. He said: “It will be a nerve-wracking experience, but really good fun.”

Following the rave reviews Lenny achieved from playing Antipholus of Syracuse in The Comedy Of Errors at

£75,000 grant to refurbish skate park > Kettering PLANS for a new skate park for Kettering have taken a major leap forward, thanks to a £75,000 cash boost.

The money will be used to help refurbish the popular Ise Lodge site and has been handed over by WREN Environmental.

It has awarded Kettering Council the grant through the Landfill Communities Fund.

The local authority has already received more than £70,000

from developer contributions for community facilities and this new grant now gives the council £148,000 towards the new skate park.

The council has been working with a committee of local skaters and BMXers to develop the plans for Ise Lodge.

Local BMXer Pete Haynes, said: “Obviously there are those who are worried about what the new site will be like, as we love the present Ise Skate Park.

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Valerie Hitchman, head of Community Services at Kettering Council, said: “Securing the grant from WREN means that we can proceed with the skate park development plans.

“Part of the next stage is to undertake a flood risk assessment of the site for the Environment Agency. This is an important piece of work and will need to be in place before any work can commence on site.”

The National Theatre, he returns to the stand-up forum to examine how music affects our lives.

But it’s not just about music, Lenny will also enlighten us on his thoughts on the Olympic and Paralympic fever that has swept across Britain and open up about his friends and family in this brand new show containing plenty of laughs and lots of funky tunes along the way.

Lenny has written Pop Life with his long-term collaborator, Kim Fuller, who worked with him on Three Of A Kind, The Lenny Henry Show and Saturday Night Live.

Tickets for Pop Life are on sale now and prices range from £18 – £25. To book for the October 25 show at Corby’s The Core, call: 01536 470470.

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News in Brief Bandstand is back on song > COUNTY HUNDREDS of local people flocked to Wellingborough’s Castle Fields to celebrate the musical reopening of the park’s historic bandstand following its £75,000 restoration.

The sun shone on an afternoon of live music, which was kicked off by the Waterloo Drummers and featured performances from local bands the Bluebird Steel Band and Unity Reggae Band.

They were the first performances the bandstand had seen for more than a decade, after vandalism forced the 99-year old structure to be closed and shuttered several years ago.

The reopening event came after a summer of renovation work and was timed to co-incide with the national bandstand marathon, a country-wide celebration to mark the end of the London 2012 Festival.

Event host Ken Harrington, Wellingborough’s Mayor, said: “It was really heartening to see people of all ages simply coming together as a community to enjoy an afternoon in the park. I’d really like to see more and more of these events held.

“People have asked me about how we can stop the bandstand being vandalised again after spending all the effort restoring it, but I do believe that if it’s taken to the hearts of the community, then that can go a long way towards keeping it in a good condition.”

Dragons roar to a record > Wicksteed Park DELIGHTED organisers of this year’s splashing Nene Valley Dragon Boat Race have revealed they are on course for a record fundraising result.

More than 36 teams from across Kettering, Corby and Rushden took part in this year’s big race, which was organised by local Rotary clubs.

The annual event is in its third year and was held for the first time at Wicksteed Park in late summer sunshine.

Its aim is to raise cash for a range of local and Rotary charities, including the Cransley and Lakelands hospices.

Alan Armson, chairman of the organising committee, said: “We had a great day, all of the teams enjoyed themselves and the support from spectators, family and friends made for a fantastic atmosphere.”

“The event is hoping to raise even more money than in previous years to give to the local hospices and charities.”

TEAM PLAYERS: Members of the West Lodge Rural Centre, Desborough, team. Photo by James Heppell.

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Dance event will make a splash > COUNTY AN INNOVATIVE dance performance inspired by this summer’s Olympics is set to make a massive splash.

The event, choreographed by Mickael Marso Riviere, is called SwimMorphosis and includes pupils from local schools among the performance at Corby’s 50m international swimming pool.

Mickael runs dance classes at The Core in Corby and leads the Corby Young Dancers

programme. He is now putting the finishing touches to Saturday’s big performance.

He has mixed professional performers, pool users, school pupils and local dancers to create the special piece of work.

The event explores the relationship between dance and swimming. Mickael will push the performers’ limits as they take to the water and dance through a range of hip hop and contemporary dance.

He said: “The creative process has been overwhelming and very exciting. How often do you get an international pool to yourself

to play with? It is total bliss and a chance to be really creative.”

The one-off performance draws to a close the East Midlands programme of Dance4’s Big Dance – the UK’s biggest celebration of dance – which promotes the development of dance in performance and learning environments.

Paul Russ, chief executive at Dance4, said: “This is a great opportunity to build up the community spirit and allow youngsters to get involved in such creative and unique performances.

“The audience will be well and truly

amazed by how disciplined the performers have had to be and the dance acts are something of a rarity; it’s a real treat for all.’’

The schools involved in the performance are: Brooke Weston Academy, Corby Business Academy, The Kingswood School, Tresham College, Brigstock Primary School, Corby Old Village Primary School, Gretton Primary School and Rockingham Primary School.

SwimMorphosis will be held at 7pm on Saturday September 22. For tickets, visit: www. thecorecorby.com or call: 01536 470 470.

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DRY RUN: Dancers rehearse Saturday’s SwimMorphosis – a celebration of the relationship between dance and swimming.

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EXTRA business Empty property rates avoidance ruled ‘acceptable’ Judge Jarman QC ruled that Makro’s temporary use of the warehouse to store 16 palA RECENT landmark High Court ruling has lets of documents between November 2009 effectively legalised ‘imaginative’ busi- and January 2010 was sufficient to trigger a ness rates avoidance tactics, a Northamp- further six-month period of exemption from tonshire commercial property agency, empty rates once the files were removed.

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Pure Spa’s brand manager, Claire Wall, was New Vision Packaging (www.newvisionpackaging.co.uk) source the materials and complete thrilled with the end result and is very excited the structural design for three different packs about the collaboration. She said: “We are really pleased with the final result of the gift packaging; of Pure Spa’s latest beauty product, N-Spa. The packaging for the N-Spa lip balms uses a the print finish was exactly how we’d required it unique technique that keeps all of the products to look, with really vibrant colour. The solutions in place and on display in the box, but with- that New Vision Packaging supplied us with for out the requirement for any plastics. Plastics the structure of the boxes has worked really well; are normally required to keep the integrity of a we always enjoy working with their design team.”

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Since then, we’ve had a ministerial re-shuffle and Vince Cable announced that a British Business Bank, backed with public money, may be created to aid business finance.

I support the idea of a new statebacked business bank and it is something my counterparts at the British Chambers of Commerce have been lobbying for, for some time now. So it is great to see it being discussed at the highest levels of Government and that it may actually materialise.

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FINGER ON THE BUSINESS PULSE: Paul Griffiths, CEO, Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce. ting the UK out of this financial rut.

Listening to businesses is something that is also going to be a priority in the run-up to appointing a new Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for the county, who will replace Northamptonshire Police Authority. Businesses in Northamptonshire are being invited to have their say on what they think the police and community safety partnerships should be focusing on (businesses can fill out a survey at: www.northants.police. uk). This will help inform the new PCC when setting priorities for 2013/14. Business crime is a serious issue and I have met with Chamber members who have been affected in recent years.

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> KETTERING A POLICE blitz on crime hotspots in Kettering resulted in 13 arrests and drug seizures.

Around 70 officers from Northamptonshire Police were joined by police dogs and members of the Forensic Investigation Team to clamp down on crime in identified areas during a special ‘High Impact Day’.

The operation, which focused on Kettering and Wellingborough, included searches of 15 premises and one vehicle to look for drugs, stolen property, cash and proceeds of crime.

Searches took place in the areas of Crown Street, Lancaster Road, Laurel Road, Queen Eleanor Court and Tresham Street, Kettering.

Areas targeted in Wellingborough included Burns Road, Elsden Road, Finedon Road, Mill Road, Shakespeare Road, Great Park Street and Mears Ashby Road.

Police revealed a total of 13 people were arrest-

ed for alleged drugs, weapons and money laundering offences and more than £6,000 was seized along with property and a quantity of drugs.

The force’s District Commander, Chief Inspector Chris Hillery, said: “The aim of this activity was to ensure that those committing crime in the county continue to operate in a hostile environment.

“The people arrested during the High Impact Day and the premises targeted were linked to drugs and serious acquisitive crime (burglary, vehicle crime and robbery).

“When I took over as the District Commander I made it clear that I would target active criminals and make their lives difficult if they fail to engage with ourselves and partner agencies.

“I will continue to use these highly disruptive tactics along with any other means at my disposal to bring offenders to justice and make those that live, work and visit the county feel safe and confident in their policing service.”

Applications open for primary places > COUNTY FAMILIES celebrating a child’s fourth birthday between now and the end of next summer are being urged to apply on time for a September 2013 primary school place.

With the current pressure on capacity in urban schools across Northamptonshire, county education chiefs are reminding parents of the importance of identifying the three schools they would prefer to send their children to.

Cabinet member for children, learning and skills, Councillor Andrew Grant, said: “The admissions system gives families the chance to tell us which schools they’d prefer to send their children to.

“While most people are successful at getting a place at their preferred school, there are steps that parents can take to maximise their chances.

“Submitting an application form in time is the

most crucial, followed closely by nominating a second and third choice school.

“The bottom line is that there are no guarantees of getting into a preferred school but the chances of a successful application will be higher if parents tell us before the deadline which three schools they’d prefer.”

Applications are being accepted online from this week until Tuesday January 15, 2013 for primary school places for children who will be four years old between September 1 2012 and August 31 2013.

Applications received online before Wednesday October 31 will be entered into a draw for an iPad. Applications received after the deadline can result in parents being unable to secure a place in any of their preferred schools.

This year, 931 primary school applications were received outside the application period. The majority of those applications were for reception and years one and two.

Special summit tackled sex abuse of young people > COUNTY A CONFERENCE in Northamptonshire has focused on tackling the sexual abuse of young people.

The summit at police headquarters brought together experts to explore the complexities and challenges faced when dealing with the issue.

The latest in policy and practice as well as research that can be taken into the frontline was presented during the one-day conference among representatives from the police, health services, youth teams, schools, social care and the voluntary sector.

The event was organised by the Local Safeguarding Children’s Board, whose Northamptonshire chairman Janet Galley, said it would: “Allow us to

further improve our understanding and highlight good practice. It is an opportunity to listen to and speak with key people who are experts in the field and allow our people to take this learning into their work.”

Chief Inspector Steve Lingley, head of Protecting Vulnerable Persons and LSCB board member, said: “We take the safeguarding of children in Northamptonshire extremely seriously and anything we can do to help improve best practice can only be a good thing.

“This is an important step towards the highly topical but little understood matter of child sexual abuse. This conference will help to improve understanding of how professionals can better deal with protecting children from abuse.”

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WASTE HAZARD: Stan Heggs amongst the barrels and tyres that have been dumped in a Corby field

LESS THAN three years after Corby Council was held culpable for one of the worst contamination scandals in the UK, it appears the council has still many lessons to learn about dangers in the environment.

In 2010 the council dropped an appeal against a High Court decision that it had been negligent in the management and cleaning up operation of toxic waste from the town’s defunct steel mills. Forced to pay undisclosed damages to 19 children born with disfigured hands and feet running into millions, along with costs estimated to be approaching £5 million, the council seems to be slow in reacting to another potential toxic problem.

For some weeks Cllr Stan Heggs has been battling to have huge quantities of noxious waste removed from land in the Cottingham Road and

Rockingham Road area. The waste, dumped on a site between the two roads includes scores of car tyres and a number of 50 gallon drums filled with chemical liquid.

When he approached the local authority to have the waste removed, Cllr Heggs, was told that it was the responsibility of the landowner. Said Cllr Heggs: “The liquid inside these drums could be highly toxic, as well as being a danger to local people and wildlife. There may also be a serious fire risk.

“The council should intervene to make sure the waste is cleared immediately and then, if legally responsible, send a bill to the landowner. It is not good enough for the council to wash its hands of all responsibility when there is potential danger to people and the environment.”

Leanne’s friend speaks out A SECOND person has come forward with information surrounding the alleged grooming and sexual abuse of Leanne Mape when she was a young girl by a group of Asian and white men in Corby.

Dannielle Boulton, a 27 year old graphic designer, has known Leanne since they were both four years old. “We played together when we were very small. Then we lost touch for a few years, before meeting up again at the age of 12 when we enrolled at the same school,” she told the Extra.

Dannielle, who lives in Corby, added: “At senior school we were very close friends and told each other everything, as young girls do. Leanne was having difficulties at home with her parents splitting up and, looking back now, I realise she was looking for emotional support and affection.

“She told me she was friendly with a group of Asian and white men and that she was particularly close to, firstly one of the Asians, a man in his 20s and then a white man in his 30s. She said that the Asian told her he loved her and if she loved him she would do what he wanted, such as having sex with his friends.”

Although she did not directly witness any abuse with any Asian men, Dannielle claims Leanne confided in her. She also said she overheard a conversation at Leanne’s home in which, it is alleged, money was asked for to stop any criminal prosecution relating to abuse involving Leanne.

“I was sitting at the bottom of the stairs as two men, one Asian, talked in the kitchen.

The door to the kitchen was wide open and next to where Leanne and I were positioned. It was obvious they were talking about Leanne and what had been going on with Asian men. I can’t remember now how much money was asked for. I remember that the Asian was tall, with a beard and had something on his head,” she said.

She added that now she was older she understood what had been happening to Leanne. “There is no doubt they were using and abusing her for their own enjoyment. Leanne confided in me at the time, but it is obvious now neither of us fully ap-

preciated or understood what was happening to Leanne. I know for certain that a white man in his 30s was abusing Leanne, physically and sexually, when she was 13 or 14.

“What Leanne was subjected to is totally disgusting. She was only 11 or 12 when it started and the men were in their 20s and 30s. They knew full well they were taking total advantage of a naïve and extremely vulnerable young girl and it went on until she was 15 when, with her mother, she went to the police.

“Leanne has worried and agonised and carried the guilt of what she went through for a long time. It shows how strong she has become being able to bring it all out into the open.”

Leanne’s allegations are now being investigated by Northamptonshire Police under the supervision of the Independent Police Complaints Commission.

However, Dannielle is critical of how the police handled any investigation back in the 1990s. “When Leanne went to the police and made a complaint at the age of 15 I was told the police would want to talk to me.

“But it wasn’t until just before Christmas last year -over a decade later - that an officer visited and took a signed statement. He was only interested in the incident relating to the Asian in the kitchen and money being asked for. When I asked if he wanted a statement about Leanne being abused by a white male, he said he was dealing with one case at a time and would contact me later, but he never has.

“I later was told that this officer had informed Leanne in the presence of her solicitor that none of her witnesses wished to make statements, which just wasn’t true. I had recently given my statement to this officer.

“I was also told that the police wouldn’t arrest anyone until all the men involved were in the country, which seemed rather strange to me. What I don’t understand is why the police didn’t take positive action over ten years ago when Leanne accompanied by her mother, told the police what had been happening to her.”

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Cube designers drop action

HAWKINS AND BROWN, the firm of architects which held design to the Corby Cube, has decided not to pursue legal action against the council for alleged unwarranted criticism in a council report.

A review of the £12 million overspend on the building by the council’s Scrutiny Review Committee claimed the architects firm had not kept to it’s brief when designing The Cube, which, when opened in November 2010, cost £47.5 million. The building houses the council offices, a library, a theatre and registry office.

In making the decision to

withdraw legal action Hawkins and Brown has written to all Corby councillors, seeking an opportunity to defend itself. However, all councillors have been advised not to respond “for legal reasons.”

In the letter to councillors, Roger Hawkins claimed that his company had been unfairly criticised and that the report contained a number of false statements and inaccuracies..

He wrote: “We are concerned that the Public Report of Scrutiny Review into the Cube, Parklands Gateway, is unfairly critical of work carried out by ourselves and the whole design

team.”

The council is now planning to reconvene the Scrutiny Panel which undertook the report to consider Hawkins Brown comments and decide whether any alterations to the recommendations made should take place.

The report also criticised the council led board which oversaw the design and construction of the building as being “ineffective in controlling or giving direction to the project.”

However, all parties involved are waiting for the Audit Commission’s independent investigation into all aspects of how the whole project was handled.

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The Man with the 200lb Tumour

Discovery Home and Health Thursday 19th September 9pm Hai Nguyen has been bed-ridden for the past six years, weighed down by a stunning medical abnormality. Hai suffers from neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder that facilitates tumor growth on nerves in the body. This unforgettable story chronicles how a worldwide effort attempts to save the life of this extraordinary man.

Classic Car Rescue

Channel 5 Monday 24th September 8pm Documentary series following Bernie Fineman and Mario Pacione as they lovingly restore classic cars. In a TV first, viewers will also get the opportunity to win the restored classic car at the end of each episode. This week, the guys tackle one of the most famous and desirable cars in automotive history - the Jaguar E-Type.

The Paradise

BBC1 Tuesday 25th September 9pm In this brand new drama, Denise Lovett, a young and ambitious country girl, arrives in a booming Northern city to work in her uncle’s drapery shop. But she soon discovers that her uncle cannot afford to employ her as most of his customers have been seduced away by the The Paradise, England’s first department store.

Baggage Channel 4 Friday 21st September 8pm

Gok Wan hosts this brand-new dating game show. Daters must choose from three contestants who gradually bring on suitcases and reveal the hidden secrets and crazy flaws that they’d normally keep firmly under wraps on a first date. As the show goes on, the contestants bring on bigger and bigger suitcases, which they open to reveal their secrets.

The X Factor

ITV1 Saturday 22nd September 8:10pm After an auditions tour packed with more talent, tantrums, strops and excitement than ever before, the next stop is Bootcamp - and this year it’s in Liverpool! It’s the first time that Bootcamp has been held outside of London and it’s set to be the toughest one yet with a series of new challenges.

Kevin McCloud’s Home Made Home Channel 4 Sunday 23rd September 8pm

Kevin McCloud has always had a dream - to buy himself a beautiful piece of woodland and build himself a cabin in the woods. Together with a hardy band of friends and experts, Kevin is going to reuse, repurpose and recycle almost all his building materials for his bold building in rural Somerset.

William & Kate: The South Seas Tour ITV1 Sunday 23rd September 10:20pm

From the bustling cities of Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, to the beaches of the Solomon Islands and the jungles of Sabah, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge William and Kate will travel 23,000 miles and cross 11 time zones as the next generation of the monarchy is introduced to the Commonwealth’s most remote outposts.

The Boy who can’t Forget Channel 4 Tuesday 25th September 9pm

Home Front ITV1

Thursday 27th September 9pm New emotional drama which tells the stories of the remarkable wives and one mother of soldiers serving in Afghanistan. In the first episode, Tasha Raveley’s world comes crashing down when her husband, Matt, is killed in action in Afghanistan. His parents are with her to hear the tragic and ever dreaded news. Mother-in-law Paula, a veteran army wife goes into autopilot vowing to give her son a military send off to remember but Tasha struggles to accept her newfound status. Too young to be a widow, a single mum and alone; the only thing worth living for is beloved son Alfie.

Officer’s wife-to-be Claire is new to this world and all its formalities but being the fiancé of Major Pete Bartham, she soon takes on her responsibilities.

Documentary about British student Aurelien, one of just a handful of people in the world who are baffling scientists with their ability to recall an incredible amount of their Girlfri3nds lives. Aurelien is the first Briton to go public ITV2 with this extraordinary talent. Is it an elabo- Wednesday 26th September 9pm rate trick or some sort of obsessive compulsive behaviour?

Brand new series in which three single women of different ages, life experiences and backgrounds meet for the first time Drugs Live: The Ecstacy Trial with a common goal— to find true love. As they search for a partner, they will share Channel 4 their lives and emotionally support one anWednesday 26th September 10pm other during the dating and decision-makThe first of two live programmes which will ing process. follow volunteers as they take MDMA, the pure form of ecstasy, as part of a groundbreaking scientific study. Presented by Jon Wild Animal Orphans Snow and Dr Christian Jessen, the pro- Animal Planet grammes will include footage of the scientif- Friday 14th September 8pm ic study alongside a debate exploring issues around the controlled drug.

Documentary following lifelong animal conservationist Marlice Van Vurran, her doctor husband, Rudie, and son Zacheo, as they care for and take in wild animals at their wildlife sanctuary in Namibia. In the first episode, fourteen wild dog pups arrive at Naankuse wildlife sanctuary and Marlice and Zacheo meet the challenge head-on.

Servants - The True Story Of Life Below Stairs BBC1 Friday 28th September 9pm

Andrew Marr’s History Of The World BBC 1 Sunday 23rd September 9pm

In the opening episode of a new series, Andrew Marr sets off on an journey through the events that have shaped 70,000 years of human history. Marr traces the story of our nomadic ancestors as they spread out around the world and settled down to become the first farmers and townspeople.

Presented by social historian Dr Pamela Cox , this new series uncovers the reality of servants’ lives from the Victorian era through to the Second World War. Dr Cox begins in the grand houses of the Victorian ruling elite – large country estates dependant on an army of staff toiling away below stairs.

The Martin Lewis Money Show ITV1

Tuesday 25th September 7:30pm Martin Lewis delivers a weekly masterclass with practical, money saving tips.

Each week key issues like reclaiming mis-sold payment protection insurance, cutting fuel bills and getting the best deal on family holidays are at the core of the programme. Reporter Saira Khan will be using Martin’s advice to see if she can save money too.

Human Nature

Discovery Science Monday 1st October 10pm Award-winning evolutionary biologist Dan Riskin attempts to understand the mysteries of the mind that make us human in brand new series. Travelling around the globe, Dan takes a detailed look at different aspects of the human psyche, from our relationship to fear, to the significance, power and potential of memory.

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The xx – a London three-piece whose wardrobe extends to black – specialise in meditationlevel electronica quietness and the flimsiest connection to the concept of the song. Their second album is more of the same.

Moody, low-key but strangely moving.

David Byrne & StVincent/Love This Giant

The horniest album of the year is laden with brass. Former Talking Head David Byrne and St Vincent hook up on a collection of songs birthed at art school. Clever, counter-intuitive pop that slithers and fascinates.

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Pet Shop Boys/ Elysium 100m albums sold.

39 hit singles. Pet Shop Boys are surely national pop treasures. On ‘Elysium’ they drift from planet pop’s orbit and head towards more serious terrain. ‘A Face Like That’ proves their pop genes are intact.

Cat Power/Sun Cat Power has reinvented herself. Once the soundtrack of choice for hip parties, she’s shedded her blue-eyed soul skin and gone all pop on us. It’s got synthesizers, great choruses and an 11-minute track featuring Iggy Pop. Shining brightly.

80s Groove (Volume 3)

Grizzly Bear/ Shields

The Killers/Battle Pink/Truth About Born Love

A triple-CD compilation from the Ministry Of Sound that demands you wear white socks and have your whistles at the ready. Chic, SOS Band, Shalamar, Sister Sledge, Kool & The Gang and more. Simply groovy.

Very occasionally bands enjoying mainstream success prove you don’t need to sacrifice IQ for good songs. American outfit Grizzly Bear now lodge in the US top ten. ‘Shields’ should bracket them with Radiohead for smarts and integrity.

The Killers will never better their debut ‘Hot Fuss’.

It overwhelms them, especially ‘Mr Brightside’ and ‘Smile Like You Mean It’.

‘Battle Born’ is a going through the motions album, redeemed when ‘Heart Of A Girl’ kicks in.

Pink is everything a pop star should be. Mouthy.

Idiosyncratic. And creator of great pop ear worms.

There’s plenty of them here (‘True Love’) but it’s let down by MOR moments such as ‘The Great Escape’.

King Robbie

Robbie Returns To Reclaim His Pop Crown He’s back. After the staggering success of the Take That reunion - over one million tickets sold in the UK alone - Robbie Williams’ ‘busman’s holiday ’ is well and truly over and once again it’s time for him to revert to solo artist status.

The 17-times Brit Award-winner kicks off with a new single ‘Candy’ (co-written with Gary Barlow).

He claims it came together easily. ‘Some songs take an age to write and some songs just fall out of your mouth completely formed, and you don’t have to think about it,’ he says. ‘I don’t know why that fell out of my mouth and out of my brain at that particular time – it just did.’

The track is taken from his new album ‘Take The Crown’. ‘My main priority was to write what I consider, and hopefully what the world would consider, to be hits,’ he says. ‘I’m very excited.’

The single and album have been preceded by a series of low-key gigs in UK venues fractions of the size Take That played to on their ‘Progress’ tour.

This included a date at Glasgow’s 1900 capacity Barrowland ballroom.

Williams has also just launched his own fashion range called AW12 Farrell Menswear. Looks like he’s ready to regain his pop crown and add to his 60m album sales.

‘Take The Crown’ is released on November 5th, 2012.

Human League

Apps MusicXmatch (Free)

Six million song lyrics contained in one app. The ultimate and most exhaustive pub quizresource is now at your fingertips. Our favourite?

‘O Superman’ by Laurie Anderson, which has about a million uh-uh-uhs in it.

SpecialEffect FX Keith Lemon’s The Night Sky (Free) Mouthboard (69p) (69p) Another picturechanging app, but this one can transform the dullest photograph into a kaleidoscope of colour. That means even your Auntie doing the dishes can suddenly look like she’s in the middle of some hallucinogenic happening.

Bang tidy Celebrity Juice app which lets you superimpose Keith Lemon’s moustache and gob on your face. Hold phone up to your mouth and you’ve got Lemon’s ‘tache.

Perfect for xmas parties with free ringtones bonus.

If you’re feeling a bit Patrick Moore (loving the stars and planets in the sky) then this is for you. The Night Sky allows you to identify various stars and constellations when gazing up at galaxies above.

The Human League – Together In Electric Dreams Abba with synthesizers. That was the idea behind The Human League in the early 80s. Now, 30 years later, The Human League continue to tour, record and generally thrill audiences with a back catalogue that includes ‘Don’t You Want Me’, ‘Love Action’ and ‘Human’.

They recently reissued their classic triple platinum ‘Dare’ album, which was a number one on

both sides of the Atlantic on its release and still sounds like perfect pop. Thegroup have sold 20m albums to date. A tour is imminent – the XXXV tour. Singer Phil Oakey is looking forward to it: ‘It will be heavily weighted towards the hits but we just want people to come along and have a good night, cheer people up for Christmas.’ Sounds great.

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DVD/Blu-Ray Marvel Avengers Assemble

Bands

Christmas At Downtown Abbey

Pet Shop Boys: West End Girls 30 years on

The Incredible Hulk, Iron Man, Thor and Frightfully posh family host a Xmas kneesCaptain America unite in a movie franchise up in equally posh mansion in ITV’s small screen blockbuster. on steroids.

The Sweeney (Series 1)

Titanic (3D)

Hard-nosed, chain-smoking Ford Granada- James Cameron has 11 Oscars on the mandriving geezers speed around 70s London telpiece from the epic ‘Titanic’. This is the and nick a selection of unsavoury characters. newly-released 3D version.

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Delphic: Touring from October

The 1975: Facedown

Pet Shop Boys You’d have got fantastic odds on Pet Shop Boys managing to build a 30-year career after their debut single ‘West End Girls’. Apparently even their record company felt they were only good for ‘four of five singles’. Eleven albums and 30m sales later, Take That chose them as support on their last tour. They told a UK newspaper that cab drivers keep ‘asking us if we’ve retired’. On the evidence of new album ‘Elysium’, the answer is no.

Delphic It looked like it was all going to happen for Delphic back in 2009. They made an appearance on Jools Holland’s enormously influential ‘Later’ programme playing classic single ‘Doubt’. Hotly-tipped to be the breakthrough act of 2010, they were eclipsed

by Ellie Goulding and Marina & The Diamonds in the BBC’s Sound of 2010 poll. But the group – now a four-piece – persist. Still working on a second album, they set out on a nationwide tour in October. Their ambitions remain. Expect great things.

The 1975 The 1975 are a four-piece from Manchester.

Because of that name you might expect them to have long hair and even longer side burns. They don’t.

The title track that opens their debut EP ‘Facedown’ is a darkly atmospheric welcome to The 1975, densely layered synths and vocoder-effected harmonies leading into the punchy drums of electronic lead track ‘The City’. A new video has just been filmed for ‘Woman’, which recalls early Jeff Buckley’s with reverb soaked guitar and a vocal honesty few could carry.

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IT DEFINITELY feels like we’re heading into autumn. The little Indian Summer is over, the kids are back in School, and Natalie is finally back from her Honeymoon in Italy! It’s great to be back into the swing of things after the summer break, and we have loads of cool stuff coming up including your chance to win an a amazing Pamper Party with Natalie just down the A45 at Whittlebury Hall Hotel & Spa near Towcester.

Someone else who has been away for a bit is Robbie Williams, who popped in to see our Showbiz Editor while we were away. A lot has happened in Robbie’s life over the few years, he has met a lovely lady, gotten married, and is now ready to be a father! And all that time he has been writing, which is great to hear! He told Heart he reckons these songs are great and so much better than his last album which he admits was not very good Oh c’mon Robbie, we all loved Bodies and Rudebox!!

We had prepared some listener questions for Robbie, and they didn’t disappoint. We wanted to know if he had ever been mistaken for another celebrity? He told us “Johnnie Knoxville, star of Jackass, which is odd when you think that he’s Amercian and my accent is from Stoke. We also wanted to know whether, as a child, he had an invisible friend. He told us “I had a real invisible friend! Have you seen the Sixth Sense!!! My Dad used to run a Pub and he caught me in mid conversation with someone who had died there before. I was three at the time. Finally, we wanted to know, if he had £50 in his pocket right now, what would he spend it on? He told us “Cake, I would spend it on Cake! Any cake, I woke up this morning and I had chocolate orange cake… or I would have a lemon meringue tart. It’s not normally in the house, but if it’s there I have to eat it!

If you want to get Robbie’s new album, it’s called ‘Take the Crown’ and is out on 5th November.

STUART & NATALIE Breakfast Show 6am - 9am

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Stuart & Natalie are back on Heart Breakfast when you wake up, with more fun and more music variety. And on Friday, you could win a pair of tickets to the Love Luton 2012 Festival to meet The wanted!

19.00 – 22.00

Club Classics with Simon Dale

Join Simon Dale as he plays your favourite Club Classics on Heart!

ROBBIE WILLIAMS

Take the Crown - out 5th November

LOCAL BAND

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Toby Anstis

Each morning, join Toby Anstis for more music variety on Heart! And make sure you listen each hour for your chance to play ‘Who’s On Heart’ for the chance to win £60,000!

22.00 – 01.00

The Late Show on Heart with Simon Beale

The Late Show on Heart” is packed full of cool, relaxing songs designed to help you unwind at the end of a busy day. Join Simon Beale at 10pm and relax!

13.00 – 16.00

Heart Afternoons with Nick Snaith

Join Nick Snaith for More Music Variety each afternoon from 1! He’ll have three fantastic Club Classics at 1pm, the Time Tunnel at 2pm, and make sure you listen each hour for your chance to play ‘Who’s On Heart’ for the chance to win £60,000! Someone must win!

A Farewell To Tyrants - keep your eyes peeled

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Heart Drive-time with Matt Jarvis

Join Matt on Heart Drive-time for more music variety and all the latest traffic and travel across Herts, Beds, Bucks and Northants to get you home!

PAMPER PARTY Your chance to win an a amazing Pamper Party with Natalie just down the A45 at Whittlebury Hall Hotel & Spa near Towcester.

Northants-based ‘A Farewell To Tyrants’ have been described as ‘the heaviest band on rock night and the most rock ‘n’ roll band on metal night’.

This accurate description of their sound should point you in the right direction immediately. But just in case, their influences include: Alice in Chains, Rage Against The Machine, Rush and Jane’s Addiction.

Tyrants are easily one of the hardest working bands in the county at the moment, with shows popping up left, right and centre. So keep your eyes peeled…

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Are you a Worrier or a Warrior?

Lisa Phillips Executive Coach, Personal Development and Enjoying life!

As a regularly featured personality on radio and TV, Lisa is an international expert on self development and coaching. She has owned her coaching business, Amazing Coaching for ten years and has worked in over 20 countries. Her passion and love of life is infectious.

Hi everyone and I hope you are all doing well and taking good care of yourself.

Well, after a fabulous trip back to Corby to see all my friends and family, I am now back into the swing of things and back to work here in Sydney. I had a great time in Corby and in particular would like to thank all the wonderful people who attended my workshops at the Corby Bath House.

One of the most common topics I come across in my coaching is when people worry too much. So, if you are one of life’s born worriers, check out the hints and tips in today’s article and become a Warrior, not a Worrier!

I think everyone would admit to being a worrier at one time – a small amount of worrying is normal but some people seem to have made a rather bad habit of it. Once acquired, the habit of worrying can be

diďŹƒcult to stop and some of us feel irresponsible if we don’t worry about things. Somehow we think it has become our ‘job’ to worry!

In actual fact, worrying is never useful.

Let’s get honest, does it really help anyone?

No! Also, statistics show that 95% of our worries never happen so it really is a complete waste of time that leaves us feeling stressed and anxious.

Often our worries snowball and we allow our imagination to run away with us of horrible thoughts of imagined threats and terrible things happening. The trouble is, the more you worry, the bigger your worries become. Some people then even worry about all the time they have spent worrying!

Our worries can show up in many forms.

We worry about the future, the present and things which may have happened years ago (note‌.isn’t it time you let it go?). We worry about what people think about us, our families and whether we are successful and what will happen to us in the years ahead.

You may also ďŹ nd yourself worrying about events or circumstances which you don’t have any control over. One of the key traits in a worrier, is they don’t think they can handle what does happen and this is often down to a lack of self-conďŹ dence. . The truth of the matter is however, that if we knew we could handle anything life throws at us, then we wouldn’t worry about the outcome so much.

Here are a few of my top tips for releasing

worries: 1) Start a worry journal and write your worries down. It will help just getting your worries out of your body and onto paper.

This is really useful to do last thing at night before you go to sleep.

2) Allow yourself 30 mins a day to worry about things and then STOP. Schedule in ‘worry time’ in your diary and stick to it!

3) Take action to resolve your worries quickly. The moment the worry enters you head, immediately address it and let it go.

Write a plan if you need to.

4) Stop taking responsibility for everyone and everything! Let go and let people live

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DIY is the way to a woman’s heart‌..

Forget ash cars, expensive restaurants and lavish bouquets - the way to impress the nation’s women is to fasten on a tool belt and get drilling according to a new survey.

High maintenance females have voted DIY skills sexier in a man than sporting prowess and cooking capabilities.

The poll, of just over 1,000 British women, revealed women’s top turn ons and turn os when it comes to a man's skill set - from assembling furniture, unblocking drains, scoring on the football pitch or cooking up a storm in the kitchen. It also revealed that females expect their blokes to have a number of competences not just one single skill.

In at number one, 74% of women interviewed revealed that a sexy trait in a man is an ability to DIY - including putting up shelves, basic building, putting up blinds and even laying decking in the garden. A whopping 61% claimed they would actually be put o a potential partner if he wasn’t practical around the house.

Furthermore, despite there being a big increase in recent years of the number of women willing to try their hands at DIY, a massive 68% believe that it is a man’s job and they would ďŹ nd it unattractive if they were better at it than their partner.

The second sexiest skill, not surprisingly, following the string of ďŹ t, athletic men adorning the nation’s television screens throughout the Olympics, is sport

their own lives. Making mistakes is a normal part of life.

5) Accept that a lot of things in life are completely out of your control. Just let go and see what happens.

6) Remind yourself that if the worse does happen, you can handle it! Seriously, what is the worse that could happen?

That’s all for now, have a fabulous week and take care of yourself.

Lisa

I finally had a wake up call when I reached 15st 12lb and a size 22, I had really let myself go and needed to fix this and become happy again!

I weighed 11st before falling pregnant with son Alex, I was ill throughout my pregnancy then also suered complications. I became badly depressed and most evenings I’d turn to food to hide things especially take aways they were the main thing!

In July 2007 I decided to try and conquer this weight loss once and for all and started to follow the Cambridge Weight Plan! It felt amazing watching the weight drop o and able to buy clothes! I went from a size 22 to a size 12! I got to walk down the aisle feeling like a princess in 2009!

Cambridge Weight Plan changed my life and I love helping people change their’s too!

with 69% of women ďŹ nd sporting ability ahuge turn on and key factor when looking for the ideal man.

Capacity to cook was third on the list of attractive qualities followed by proďŹ cient driving and managing ďŹ nances.

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Replete with sumptuous stone buildings, a weekly market that has been held since King John issued a royal charter in 1204 and a charming string of cafés and delis, Rothwel has forged a deserved reputation for being a welcoming haven for foodies and history buffs alike.

Bronze Age The ridge on which present day Rothwell stands has seen successive generations come and go, and has been shaped by invaders over the last four thousand years.

The area that is now Rothwell was once a Bronze Age burial site where the dead were buried alongside offerings of food vessels, before a settlement was built during the time of Roman Empire.

The Danish invasion in the Dark Ages saw the foundation of the ‘place of the red well’, Rodewell, thought to be named after the ubiquitous freshwater springs coloured red through iron and minerals.

Yet it was the royal charter of 1204 permitting a weekly market and annual fair that helped shape and grow the town into one

of the three largest in Northamptonshire.

Now twinned with the small French town of Droué, Rothwell has approximately 7,500 inhabitants and is dotted with intriguing relics from its rich heritage.

If you come to Rothwell for a relaxing bite to eat and a wander around then be sure to explore the ancient Holy Trinity church; containing one of only two somewhat macabre bone crypts or ‘charnel houses’ in the country and boasting the record of being the longest parish church in Northamptonshire.

Just to the west of the Parish church and opposite a park containing medieval fish ponds stands the imposing 18th century Manor House. There also the delightful cross shaped Market House on Market Hill and not far away is the English Heritage Rushton Triangular Lodge - a folly designed from alternating dark and light limestone and shaped to reflect the Holy trinity.

Sir Thomas Tresham Both the Market House and the Triangular Lodge were buildings owned by the eccentric Sir Thomas Tresham, known as ‘Thomas the Builder’ due to his passion for unusual buildings that were often encoded with symbols of his persecuted Catholic faith.

But for those that want the full Rothwell

experience, no trip will be complete without taking in the famous market held every Monday, or a visit to the week-long ‘Rowell Fair’ celebrating the granting of King John’s charter. The fair is opened by the Proclamation on the first Monday after Trinity Sunday each year and will take place on 4th June this year.

It’s the perfect occasion to sample the delightful food emporiums, local butchers and historic pubs of Rothwell and even take part in the annual tradition that marks the opening of the fair at 6am, where the bailiff of the Lord of the Manor rides through the town accompanied by a guard of halberdiers and pauses at every pub to read aloud the charter.

The Band The Rowell Fair Society Band then plays the National Anthem and the landlords serve the bailiff and his guards drinks (including traditional Rowell fair rum and milk), before keeping the pubs open to start the celebrations.

Rothwell is a well preserved slice of local market life and for those that take the time to sample its gentle delights, they will not be disappointed by its charm, character and relaxed pace of life. Highly recommended and not one to miss.-laxed pace of life. Highly recommended and not one to miss.-

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Local Independent Businesses The Old Bakehouse!

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The Old Bakehouse strives to accommodate both the coee drinker and the more discerning eater. We want the dining experience to be as pleasing to the senses as it is to the palette.

We have combined menu variety, atmosphere, ambience, and friendly sta to create a sense of ‘’place’’.

Our desire for customers when they visit The Old Bakehouse is that they experience true Mediterranean hospitality and attitude.

Looking forward to seeing you, Philippos & Lisa We are a family run Mediterranean restaurant and are fully licensed.

served by friendly, knowledgeable and eďŹƒcient sta & is of a very high quality and expertly cooked.

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Transformed into an elegant tranquil environment designed to oer the very best in hairdressing with the little touches that make your experience all the more special.

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We should go weekly!

Dear Editor, On Tuesday 4th Sept 2012 I purchased your Extra paper from the Co-op, read and enjoyed it and went to enter the bicycle competition to find out last entries were 28/8 I then checked the date on the paper Issue 11 22.8.12 – needless to say I was not too happy.

I returned the paper to the Co-op and was informed that it was a fortnightly paper and the new one had came in on that day 5th Sept, and they could not refund me, so hence this letter, If you run a fortnightly paper – surely your competitions should finish on the date that the new paper comes out??? Also events were finished by the 4/9 when I bought the paper – page 4.

I think that it is something you will have to check out – it was like reading an out of date paper – maybe you should go weekly!!!

Yours Mrs C. Campbell, Corby.

P.S. I did buy the new issue and enjoyed it.

Dear Editor, The news we could see a large exodus of Russian citizens coming into the UK is worrying.

A law change in Latvia would see the right to citizenship handed to the children and grandchildren of all Latvians sent by Stalin and his Soviet successors into exile in Siberia.

There is a very real fear many could end up in this country, as Latvians are entitled to live and work in the UK. This is not about race, it’s about space – here in the East Midlands, in towns such as Boston, there are already large Latvian communities.

This law change could see the Latvian population in our towns and cities swell even more so – we must regain control of our borders and getting out of the EU is

the only way to do that.

It is an absurdity that our membership of the EU means that a foreign government can decide to offer free entry to Britain, without the people of this country having any say whatsoever.

Yours sincerely, Derek Clark UKIP MEP for the East Midlands Hey Ladies, Now is the time of year to join up with your girlfriends and turn your Friday pink for Breast Cancer Care!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and thousands of people across the UK will be eating pink, partying pink and, my favourite, dressing pink to raise money for Breast Cancer Care’s Pink Fridays campaign. I want you all to join them if you can. I can’t wait to see some creative and chic pink ensembles to go with your pink cupcakes!

On a more serious note, 50,000 people across the UK are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. Money raised from turning your Friday pink will help fund

vital services, such as the charity’s helpline, information points in hospitals and face to face services for people who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Visit www.breastcancercare.org.uk/pinkfridays for more info. And remember girlfriends, be breast aware and check yourself regularly!

Love Gok x Dear Editor, Help save the great British fry up!

According to a recent survey, bacon is Britain’s favourite food, but pig farmers in this country are now in serious financial trouble.

Harvest failure around the world has pushed the cost of pig-feed to unprecedented levels over the past month and British pig-farmers are now in very trouble.

I will gladly join the Save Our Bacon' drive in an attempt to persuade the nation's shoppers to choose only bacon with the independent British Red Tractor logo on the pack.

This will push up demand and encourage retailers to pay farmers a fair price that covers their costs of production.

I have long supported British farmers and endorse British produce – indeed I only recently fought for the rights of the great Lincolnshire Sausage!

Pig farmers do not get European Union agricultural subsidies for their pig enterprises, so they really do need your help.

Yours, Derek Clark, UKIP MEP for the East Midlands

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Where to study is an important decision…

YOU spend 11 years preparing for your GCSEs, and now happy or sad with your results, the challenge of the A-level and where to study, rears its head.

Georgina Stey takes a look at what’s on offer in the next round of 6th Form Open Evenings this autumn.

How to choose an independent Sixth Form College?

When deciding which college to attend, there are a number of important points to consider. The transition from GCSE to AS and A2 levels can be quite a challenge and one of the things that make for an easy transition is the choice of where and why?

Course Availability The first and most important question to ask should be “does the college offer the required courses?” Generally the smaller the establishment, the smaller the range courses available.

Teaching The next major consideration is teaching experience and quality, particularly if you are considering a less popular course. Are the tutors suitably qualified to teach the courses on offer?

Class Size For A-level, class sizes are likely to be around 6 to 12 students. Plainly this permits more individual student attention, which is one of the principal advantages of the private sixth form college. Some colleges will be able to offer 1-1 tuition in certain subjects, but this would be according to availability and at extra cost.

Results Look at the school or college’s academic success record.

Location Location is important. Generally speaking, citybased colleges will not have a very wide range of facilities such as swimming pools, sports grounds or gyms and Arts or Drama centers but they will usually remedy this lack by arranging the use of off-site facilities nearby.

Some other points to consider when making your selection.

• What am I hoping to achieve as a result of my sixth form studies?

• Would I be happier in a college or school environment?

• Are my subject options available at the college?

• Are the tutors appropriately qualified and experienced?

• How small are the tutor groups?

• Is specialist tuition offered?

• What is the college’s A-level track record like?

• Does the college specialize in preparing students for certain universities/medical school/law school?

• What academic/sports/arts/ leisure facilities are available?

• Is there a good library on site?

• Are there any scholarships or bursaries available Whatever your choice of further education, be selective and make sure you take the time prepare for this next step….

Useful resources: http://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/ http://www.sixth-form.com/ http://www.independentschools.com

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Kingswood is a specialist arts college with a reputation for excellence – not just in the arts, but in many aspects of school life. We are a true comprehensive school in that we do not select students on grounds of ability, or on any other grounds. We do, however, expect everyone who joins us to behave well, to try hard, and to share our high expectations.

Every member of our school community is as important as any other. We believe in equality in all that we do. We show it in the way we treat one another and we show the same respect, care and consideration for all members of our school community.

We aim to provide a safe and secure environment where all students can prosper and make the most of their talents and abilities – whether they are in the classroom, on stage, or on the sports field. We expect the best in all that we do. We also aim to help our students become reWe dnesda sponsible members of the wider y 10 Octob er 2012 5:30 -7:30p community – the citizens of m.

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Open evening for prospective Year 7 and Year 12 students COME AND FIND OUT ABOUT LODGE PARK!

We’re offering a series of opportunities for local families to come and visit our college.

OPEN EVENING Thursday 27th September 2012 5.15pm to 8:00pm (presentations at 5.30pm or 7:00pm). The college will be open with displays of work and a chance to tour the site with students.

DAYTIME TOURS See us during the day with a tour of the college. Please book a place by calling 01536 203817 or emailing lindsey_johnson@lodgepark.org.uk

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1st October 9:00am -10:00am 2nd October 9:00am -10:00am 3rd October 9:00am -10:00am 4th October 1:00pm -2:00pm 5th October 9:00am -10:00am PROSPECTUS Our college prospectus will be available at the Open Evening or on the tours.

WEBSITE You can find out a lot about who we are and what we do from our website www.lodgepark.org.uk

A fantastic student body and a dedicated, professional team of staff.

A safe, supportive and caring college that goes the extra mile.

Improving exam results in a genuinely inclusive school that caters for all abilities.

Great facilities for Sport, the Arts, Technology and of course ICT for which the college is nationally recognised as a centre of excellence.

A House System that underpins support and ensures every student has a proper coaching session with their tutor every week.

An excellent Sixth Form in a college big enough to offer a wide range of courses.

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Applications for Corby Business Academy 2013

Year 6 Open Week Events: Monday 1st - Friday 5th October 2012 Corby Business Academy is now in its fifth year. This August our Year 11 students gained their best ever set of GCSE results, cementing our reputation for providing a quality education.

We are inviting parents/carers of Year 6 children to visit during our Open Week Events to get a taste of Academy life.

Corby Business Academy Academy Way, Gretton Road, Corby, Northamptonshire NN17 5EB

Join us at any of the Open Week Events (reservations are not required).

Monday – Friday tours and presentation 9.30am and 2pm A presentation about the Academy will be followed by a tour.

Monday and Tuesday 5.30pm and 7pm Guided tours will take place around the Academy.

All applications for entry to Corby Business Academy should be made using the Common Preference Form. This is available from your child’s Primary School and the Northamptonshire County Council Online application service www.northamptonshire.gov.uk/admissions The Academy prospectus can be downloaded from our website at www.corbybusinessacademy.org or requested by calling our main reception on 01536 303120. Any queries about the Academy can be answered by Robbie Henderson at rhenderson@corbybusinessacademy.org

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The new addition to the range can sprint from 0-62mph in 5.7 seconds, and on to a top speed of 157mph. This is balanced by fuel consumption of 34.0mpg on the NEDC and emissions of 218 g/km CO2. Aiding efficiency and comfort is the auto start/stop function; the Cayenne S Diesel is the world’s only V8 diesel SUV to offer this feature.

The Cayenne S Diesel has been developed to deliver a characteristic Porsche driving experience, with dynamic performance and sound reminiscent of a sports car.

In particular, the smooth-running properties and resonant vocal quality of the eight-cylinder engine attain a level comparable to that expected from a Porsche V8.

The very special character of the Cayenne S Diesel is further underlined by the Porsche Traction Management (PTM) active all-wheel drive. This system delivers the dynamic qualities of a rear-wheel

the new Porsche cayenne s diesel: More pulling power than any other Cayenne drive car, together with its inherent benefits in terms of handling and precision. Torque is directed to the front wheels precisely according to the driving situation to improve stability and traction. The optional Porsche Torque Vectoring

Plus (PTV Plus) further hones this dynamic performance.

The new Cayenne S Diesel takes on the role of a long-distance champion with aplomb. Based on its fuel consumption with a 100-litre fuel tank, the car can be potentially

driven for over 745 miles without having to stop to refuel.

Externally, the new model displays the typical visual features of the eight-cylinder petrol Cayenne S. The brake system, for example, has been optimised to handle the

car’s power output, and it is identified by its silver brake callipers. The black front intake grilles emphasise the open air inlets. The ‘diesel’ badges on the front wings hint at the engine under the bonnet, and the model badge at the rear identifies it as a Cayenne S. The Cayenne S Diesel will arrive in Porsche Centres in January 2013 and costs from £58,243 in the UK, and €101,150 including VAT (23%) and VRT (32%) in Ireland. Standard equipment includes Porsche Traction Management (PTM) all-wheel drive, leather interior, dual-zone automatic climate control, front and rear parking sensors, cruise control, audio system with seveninch touch-screen, eight-way powered front seat adjustment, front and rear electric windows, 18” alloy wheels, a 100-litre fuel tank and a three-year warranty.

Fitted to every Cayenne S Diesel is a Porsche Vehicle Tracking System (VTS), a sophisticated vehicle security package approved to Thatcham Category 5 standard.

Customers will also be able to explore the potential of their new car, and further develop their own skills behind the wheel, by participating in a complimentary course at the Porsche Experience Centre, Silverstone.

3M Introduces dynamic NISSAN PREPARES FOR mixing system Diversified technology company 3M is redefining the dent repair process with the launch of the first portable system to mix and apply filler on demand.

The Dynamic Mixing System by 3M removes the need to mix filler manually which, in turn, means the virtual elimination of issues such as pinholes, waste, staining, mess and over-mixing.

Instead, the system offers controlled, air-free mixing where the ratio of hardener to filler is exact, with no need for guesswork.

Richard Burn of 3M’s Automotive Aftermarket Division explains: “The traditional repair process is based on estimating from how much filler and hardener is required, to the mixing time – and this can lead to problems. Product wastage is a big issue, as is the extra time spent having to correct potential imperfections like pinholes and staining, if the mixing process has meant air being introduced or too much hardener being used.

The Dynamic Mixing System uses vacuum-packed filler and hardener cartridges that are manufactured in an air-free environment. No manual mixing is required and the system uses a fixed ratio of filler and hardener every time to eliminate the possibility of over-catalysation. All product is mixed in the disposable nozzle that comes with the system, so nothing is left over in the cartridges, minimising waste.

The system can be used with DMS General Purpose Body Filler and DMS Heavy General Purpose Body Filler by 3M. Both products have a 12 month shelf life from the date of cartridge filling.

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BRITISH GT SHOWDOWN

The scene has been set for a dramatic showdown in the 2012 British GT Championship with a group of cars all in with a shot at the title at the season-closer in three weeks’ time.

This weekend’s race at Silverstone produced a mixed result for many of the title contenders, not least the Nissan GT-R Nismo GT3 that finished in eighth place after a threehour long battle at Silverstone.

The No.35 Nissan GT-R is still in third place in the championship but the scores are so close that the Donington race looks set to become a winnertakes-all event.

Even though it was Jann Mardenborough’s 21st birthday, the young Nissan racer didn’t get the winner’s trophy this time out. With many of the top runners receiving time penalties for various ontrack misdemeanours, the No.35 Nissan GT-R wasn’t left out and had a few too many trips to the ‘naughty step’.

The weekend started well for the team and Jann qualified the GT-R in ninth place against the professional racers in the series. His team-mate Alex Buncombe took the start and was up to third place by lap four and then took third just a couple of laps later. It looked like they would be able to climb up the order and take a top result but then the penalties began to come. The

main issue was with drivers running too wide at Copse corner but that extra bit of tarmac was far too enticing for most of the cars on track today, one of which got caught out six times!

Unfortunately for the team the GT-R later developed an ABS problem and Jann had to do his final stint without ABS or traction control so he was very busy in the car.

“That final run was tough,” said Jann.

“It is what it is though so I just got stuck in and made the best of it. We raced hard today and eighth place doesn’t reflect the work that everyone put in. We will come back stronger at Donington

and it looks like everything is still there for the taking so that is going to be an amazing event. We’re up for the fight and I think our competitors are too so if you were going to watch a British GT race this year make it the next one!”

“It was annoying to have the problems with the car and it was annoying to have the penalties,” said team boss Bob Neville, summing up the day. “The good news is that our main opposition also struggled and we managed to score some points so there is still a championship title up for grabs.”

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LOVE THE CLUB: Members of the Finedon Tennis Club outside their revamped premises. decorating the inside.”

The club – which was formed in 1987 and currently has 30 members ranging in age from teens to 70s – welcomes new members at any of its sessions: Tuesday and Thursday eve-

nings from 6.30pm in the summer and all year round (weather permitting) on Saturdays from 12.30pm and Tuesday mornings, 9.30 to 11am.

More information is available from the chairman Gary Felce, email: felce9@ntlworld.com

Island visit for county women > Bowls NORTHAMPTONSHIRE’S women have revealed details of their 2013 tour next September.

It will take place from September 9-13 with four matches on the Isle of Wight and one in Berkshire on the trip home.

All bowlers must be affiliated members of Bowls Northamptonshire, although non-bowlers are welcome to join the tour.

The overall cost is £295 and a deposit of £30 is requested to secure a place. This should be sent to Alison Dring, 44 Fairfield Road, Isham, Northants, NN14 1HF – cheques only made out to: ‘Bowls Northamptonshire’.

Back to this year and Northamptonshire Vice-President’s BA took on the Cavaliers at Wellingborough, in a game where a high percentage of players were qualified to play for either side.

In the event the Cavaliers had the better selection, picking up 4 winning rinks and running out victorious by 27 shots.

The most notable rink result was that skipped by VPs chairman, Roy Cave, which recovered from a deficit of 1 shot to 14 down, to eventually run out winners by 20 shots to 19. The final score was Northamptonshire VP’s 111 shots – Cavaliers 138 shots.

On a very warm and sunny day, perfect for bowling, the county welcomed president Stuart Lake and his Bowls England Men’s team to Irchester to contest the Ian Woodcock crystal claret jug against the Friends of English Bowling.

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> TENNIS LOCAL businesses and organisations have been praised by members of Finedon Tennis Club for helping them replace their old clubhouse.

The members say their grateful thanks are due to: BAM UK Ltd for donating the cabin; Rob Masters Transport for supplying the crane and transport; Prestige developments for converting the cabin into a tennis club; Irthlingborough Diamonds Trust for donating £1,000; Finedon Buffs for fitting the new toilet facilities.

A club spokesman said: “None of this would have been possible without their generous help. The members have also contributed by

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There were a number of county players on both teams, including County Men’s president John Chester, senior vice-president Geoff Hunt, junior vice-president John Cooper and immediate past president Skene McInnes.

Bowls England, in addition to president Stuart Lake, had senior vice-president Rosemary Ellman-Brown and junior vice-president Adie Lloyd, and players from many counties, including Durham, Yorkshire, Hampshire and Norfolk.

In a very close match, the Friends of English Bowling won by 6 shots – the final score was BE 127 shots – Friends of EB 133 shots.

After the match, both Stuart Lake and the captain of the Friends team, Mike Poole, paid tribute to the excellent facilities and hospitality of the Irchester BC and its members. Rink scores are listed, right, BE names first.

Connor Cinato, of Kettering Midland Band BC, visited Rugby Thornfield IBC for the English Indoor Bowling Association Under 18 Trial, hoping to hold on to his place in the England team for the third successive year.

The team to represent England in the International Series at Stanley IBC on October 13and 14 is expected to be announced shortly.

The Final of the Mixed Pairs competition, organised by the Northamptonshire Bowls Youth Development Scheme for Under 18s, was held at Wellingborough BC. Jasmin Spear & Will Walker, Northampton West End, beat Chloe Wordingham & Nathan Betts, Higham Ferrers & Rushden, Town by 22-16 shots.

Rink 1. Stephen Atkinson/ Stewart Laxton/John Chester/Gareth Willcock 27 shots – Rosemary Ellman- Brown/ Graham Robinson/Mike King/Peter McNulty 23 shots Rink 2. Ross Wheeler/George Hunter/Richard Somerton/Bob Beardsmore 22 shots – John McCarthy/Marcia Pearce/Bob Niblock/Geoff Hunt 22 shots Rink 3. Stuart Lake/Barry Wheeler/Mike Parr/Les Parnell 18 shots – Kath Lloyd/ Mike Poole/Colin Dunstone/ Ian Willingham 24 shots Rink 4. Tom Hall/Spencer Kerley/George Willmott/ David King-Taylor 23 shots – Graham Rogers/Sonya Brown/Peter Cottee/Barry Dillon 25 shots Rink 5. John Firmin/John Cooper/Terry Swift/Robert Maries 22 shots – Graham Searle/Gordon Walker/Kay Kerley/Chris Smith 15 shots Rink 6. Skene McInnes/Terry Searby/Adie Lloyd/Carl Haines 15 shots – John Willingham/ Freddie Austin/Cyndy Lee/ Tony Redford 24 shots

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Final League tables for 2012 as follows: GROUP 1 PLAYED SHOTS + SHOTS - DIFF POINTS THRAPSTON 7 344 288 56 50 WELLINGBOROUGH 7 304 248 56 48 # CORBY GRAMPIAN 7 339 306 33 46 CORBY FOREST 7 219 223 -4 41 >+ RUSHDEN TOWN 7 274 278 -4 30 > IRCHESTER 7 301 335 -34 30 BURTON LATIMER 7 274 346 -72 20 HIGHAM FERRERS 7 189 220 -31 15 #+ GROUP 2 DESBOROUGH TOWN 7 388 248 140 56 KETTERING LODGE 7 365 246 119 53 STEWART AND LLOYDS 7 333 290 43 43 KETTERING MIDLAND BAND 7 312 261 51 40 DAVENTRY TOWN 7 275 282 -7 38 FINEDON TOWN 7 266 342 -76 23 SWANSPOOL 7 215 407 -192 14 NATIONAL HOPE: GEDDINGTON 7 237 315 -78 13 Connor Cinato.

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Game on for youngsters Match and BBQ pull in £200 as pitch plan is a winner

Organiser and club stalwart Dale Munn, from Kettering, said: “It was a well attended event KETTERING Town Cricket Club raised by people of all ages. The idea behind it was to £200 during a recent fundraising event at build social links within the club and to raise their local ground on Northampton Road. money for equipment for the junior teams.”

The overall winners of the competition The day involved a double wicket competition where players paired up and battled it were players Richard Atherstone, from South Africa and Mark Ainge, from Kettering. They out to win a £50 prize. took part in five games against other pairs and went on to win the prize money.

Spectator Steven Wilson, a fitness and lifestyle coach from Kettering, said: “It was a fantastic and enjoyable day. All the different age groups had lots of fun getting involved.’”

The event lasted until 7pm when a BBQ took place for the cricket fans to enjoy.

Members of the club are continuously aiming to improve facilities at the ground for future players. They are currently looking for sponsorship for the 2013 season.

Anyone interested should contact the club via their website: ketteringtown.playFUN AND GAMES: Cricket player Guv Kooner shows the scoreboard. cricket.com

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Junior football club in charity cash award > Desborough GRASSROOTS sport in Desborough is onto a winner after a junior football club’s ambitious pitch for cash backing scored with charity chiefs.

Kettering Council has received a £17,579 boost from the Football Foundation, the country’s largest sports charity.

The cash will allow Desborough Town Junior Football Club to deliver their development plan.

The £50,000 project will provide two new high quality real grass pitches at the new leisure centre off Ironwood Avenue. The facility is managed by Parkwood Leisure on behalf of the local authority.

The new pitches are expected to be ready for use next year. It is intended that temporary changing facilities will be put in place until phase two of the new leisure centre is completed.

Phase two includes external changing accommodation, squash courts and a flexible use room.

Stephen Perry, the delighted chairman of Desborough Town Junior Football Club, said the grant followed five years of hard work.

He said: “The new pitches will give us a firm foundation to drive our football plans forward from next season.

“Junior football will have a permanent home

in Desborough and we are looking forward to seeing and playing on the new pitches.”

Funded by the Premier League, The FA and the Government (via Sport England), the Football Foundation was launched in 2000.

Since then, it has awarded around 8,000 grants worth more than £420million towards improving grassroots sport, which it has used to attract additional partnership funding of more than £520m.

Valerie Hitchman, head of Community Services, said: “Desborough Town Junior Football Club, Kettering Borough Council and Parkwood Leisure worked together to achieve funding from the Football Foundation.

“I would like to thank the Football Foundation for helping us to develop football in Desborough.”

Local Councillor Jonathan Bullock, said: “We are always trying to promote sport in the borough and the Olympics have heightened interest in competitive sport locally.

This grant will ensure access to better facilities for the young footballers in Desborough, which will aid their development.”

Paul Thorogood, chief executive of the Football Foundation, added: “I commend Kettering Borough Council and the Northamptonshire FA for working tirelessly to secure this funding and I look forward to seeing the end result in the near future.”

Nominate your Northants sporting hero as the hard work and dedication that goes on behind the scenes.

Winners go forward to the NorthamptonLOOKING back over a fantastic summer of sport, who would you vote as shire awards ceremony to be held at Ketteryour favourite sports personality for ing Conference Centre in November.

You can nominate your sporting hero the region?

Northamptonshire Sport is organising through local awards taking place in Corthe county’s Sports Awards to celebrate by and Kettering. And you can also vote community clubs and volunteers who keep directly to the Northamptonshire final and vote for your Sports Personality 2012 sports alive in their community.

It’s also a chance to recognise the from the following nominations: achievements of athletes of all ages as well ● Michael Jacobs, Northampton Town

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Football Club Player of the Year ● Chaminda Vaas, Northamptonshire County Cricket Club Player of the Year ● George Pisi, Northampton Saints Rugby Club Player of the Year ● Chantelle Cameron, Boxer and Northamptonshire Sportswoman 2011 ● Michael Smallwood, Triathlete and Northamptonshire Sportsman 2011 If you would like to nominate an individual or club, complete the form northamptonshiresport.org/sportsawards, or call

Sports personality: who’s who Michael Jacobs

Although now signed to Derby County, Jacobs shot to prominence at the Cobblers after scoring in the Carling Cup win over Liverpool in September 2010. That night, he also scored one of the penalties in their penalty victory.

It was to be the first of a long line of successes for the attacking midfielder, who went on to make 100 league and cup appearances for the club, scoring 15 goals. and earning him the club’s Player of the Year award in his first season.

Chaminda gave his all to the Northants cause this season and was deservedly named as the club’s LV= County Championship player of the year and the Northants Player of the Year at the club’s end of season awards dinner.

George Pisi

George joined the Saints after making his reputation as a fast, skilful and powerful player with Auckland-based Super Rugby outfit The Blues. It didn’t take long for this reputation to stick at the Saints and a phenomenal debut season culminated in both the Saints Players’ Player and Supporters’ Player of the Season awards, Chaminda was signed for the not to mention the ESPN Dream Team whole of the 2011 season after number 13 shirt. his heroics as Northants’ 2nd t20 After a World Cup debut with the isoverseas player in 2010, and the Sri Lankan performed admirably in the LV= County landers too, George scored tries on his Championship, taking 70 wickets at 21 first two Saints starts and created several more with his blend of physicality, outapiece, as well as scoring 403 runs at 26.9.

After a glittering international career, rageous footwork and handling skills.

Chaminda Vaas

Chantelle Cameron

Sportswoman of the year Northamptonshire 2011, Chantelle started boxing to get fit and won her first national senior ABAE championship in only three bouts. A former kickboxer, a relatively inexperienced Chantelle burst onto the women’s boxing scene with a silver medal in the Women’s EU Championships in Hungary in 2010 and went on to claim bronze in the following year.

Michael Smallwood

Michael was Northamptonshire’s Sportsman of the Year 2011 and is an age group champion triathlete. Michael has won the GB Sprint & Olympic distance championship, the European championship and 3rd in the team event. In September 2011, he became World Champion for his age group, 65–69 years old. He is also successful at Duathlon and aquathon.

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Poppies sink to first away loss KETTERING Town FC lost their first away game of this season, as they could not recover from a two-goal deficit at St Alban’s, despite a late fight-back.

Poppies star, Omar Bickles, would remain side-lined through injury for the away trip to St Alban’s City.

However, Jamie Griffiths would return in place of Phil Ifil and Michael King dropped to the bench in place of Joel Gyasi.

Kettering’s first free kick early on saw Ben Gerring glance his header wide from Ryan Hervel’s cross. Gerring was soon in action at the other end as he headed away a free kick from Sean Shields.

The Poppies almost took the lead on five minutes as Jamie Griffiths’ shot was parried away by home keeper, Nick Jupp. Then a mistake from Moussa Diarra gave Warren Byerley a chance but he shot wide.

City were soon on the attack as Sean Shields drifted in from the right and the left foot shot was wide.

Kettering replied and Oscar Radford’s shot was deflected wide for a corner. From the restart, Will Blazio headed wide from Hervel’s corner.

St Albans took the lead on 23 minutes as Lewis Toomey latched onto a through ball, rounded Laurie Walker and finished from a tight angle.

In the next attack, Kettering could have equalised but Byerley

Bad start > FOOTBALL NEWLY-launched side, Kettering FC have got off to a rather disappointing start.

The brand new team were launched in the wake of Kettering Town FC’s move out of Kettering to Nene Park.

They currently play their football in the Northants Senior Youth League and lost their opening two fixtures; 1-0 against Rothwell Corinthians and 2-1 against Eynesbury Rovers.

For more information, fans can visit: www. ketteringfootball club. co.uk or follow the team on Twitter: @Kettering_FC

miscued his shot and from the rebound Hervel’s shot was blocked.

The game opened out with David Ijaha shooting over the bar for City and Joel Gyasi for the Poppies slipping as he created an opening at the other end.

Walker saved well from Shields and, for Kettering, Byerley’s shot was saved by Jupp. Byerley then got in a great cross from the right but there were no takers.

In the final minute of the half, a one-two between Shields and Toomey saw Palmer block the shot.

City started brightly and Diarra’s header was straight at Walker, and the keeper had to get down soon after to save from Shields shot. For Kettering, David Mayo’s shot was saved.

It was 2-0 after 55 minutes. Barry Hayles slipped the ball through for Toomey to beat Walker with a crisp left foot finish.

Kettering did respond and try to retrieve the game. Gerring headed wide from Palmer’s long throw. On the hour, a great move saw Jupp pull off a sharp save from Griffiths.

From the corner, Gerring headed into the net – but the effort was chalked off for a foul on Jupp by Byerley. Both Gerring and Byerley received yellow cards for their protests. Mayo’s shot was then blocked.

A strange decision by the referee to ignore an assistant’s flag for an offside led to a home free kick.

Toomey met a header to net, only

RESULT: Two goals from St Albans’ Lewis Toomey saw Poppies’ first away defeat of the season. for the same assistant’s flag to signal an offside.

On 81 minutes, the Poppies pulled a goal back as Griffiths’ header back was swept in by Palmer after a neat move down the right.

Walker then denied Toomey a hat-trick as he saved well from close in.

On 85 minutes, Griffiths appeared to have a great chance but glanced wide – albeit that an assistant’s

Diamonds progress strongly > Football Report by Jon Ward.

AFC RUSHDEN & Diamonds swept past Fakenham Town 4-1 at the Dog and Duck in the FA Carlsberg Vase second preliminary round on Saturday afternoon.

A first-half goal from Alfie Taylor was the Diamonds’ only reward for a dominant first half performance, but after letting the visitors back into the game when Toby Harris ghosted in to head an equaliser from a corner after 62 minutes, the Diamonds turned up the heat: a second goal from Man-ofThe-Match Taylor was followed by late goals for Jack Wisniewski and Jake Newman.

The best goal of the afternoon came as the game neared its conclusion, with Wisniewski leaving two defenders in his wake with a run down

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DOMINANT: Alfie Taylor celebrates one of the Diamonds’ four goals against Fakenham. the right and a splendid one-two with Alfie Taylor before firing across keeper Rix and into the left hand corner of the net.

With the game well into added time, Taylor made another break

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flag subsequently signalled an offside.

The Poppies tried to draw level with Byerley firing wide and, finally, a late Burns corner was headed wide by Radford.

Title bid > CRICKET The NCL Division One title race has ended with a spectacular crescendo.

With Oundle 10 points ahead of closest rivals Desborough at the start of play, they rattled through Wellingborough Indians for 89 and hit their run target without losing any wickets.

At the other end of the table, Old Wellingburians rescued themselves from relegation with a 30-point victory over Irthlingborough, condemning Isham to the drop having won only 1 of their last 15 games. ©extra newspapers ltd 2012

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