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ISSUE 78 19 JUNE 2015

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DRUGS GANG SENT DOWN Wellingborough men stashed cocaine, heroin and cash MEMBERS of a family-run drugs gang operating in Wellingborough and across the East Midlands have been jailed for their part in what was described by a crown court judge as ‘a substantial, sophisticated and robust conspiracy’.

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FEAST TIME: Stacey Barnes and Matthew Jolley from the Golden Lion are enter into the spirit

A Medieval Festival fit for a king!

THERE will be feasting and frivolity good enough for a medieval king when local businesses step back in time to offer some summer fun.

The third annual Wellingborough Medieval Festival takes place next weekend, Saturday June 27 and Sunday 28th, with more than 80 activities lined up to entertain the crowds.

Town centre businesses are marking the occasion by getting into the spirit of the event, with The Golden Lion, based in Sheep Street, staging a Medieval Banquet and fancy dress hire shop House of Fun, in High Street, stocking medieval-themed costumes.

Sonya Harvey, the pub’s manager, said: “The Medieval Festival is such a big event and, as a town centre pub with a medieval banquet hall, what a perfect opportunity to get involved!

“Our chefs have relished the opportunity to produce an appro-

priately themed menu and all the staff will be getting involved by dressing up. It’s a great event for the town.”

Authentic cuisine will be on offer on Friday and Saturday evenings. Diners can get enjoy a roast pig with sour dough roll and apple sauce as well as roasted quails, baked trout and hot-spiced stewed pears.

The Medieval Festival will take place throughout the town centre and in Croyland Park, Croyland Gardens, Tithe Barn Lawns, Churchyard and All Hallows Church.

This year it will be focused on the 600th Anniversary of the Battle of Agincourt. There will be archers, musicians and falconry demonstrations alongside ‘shoot the knight’, a talk by a barber surgeon as well as archery and a battle royal between two knights.

For more about the festival, see Extra Time page 13.

LOCAL schoolchildren joined the Mayor of Wellingborough, Cllr Barry Graves, to celebrate the 800th anniversary of the sealing of Magna Carta.

Cllr Graves hosted a tea party on Monday in the mayor’s parlour as part of parliament’s LiberTeas initiative. He was joined by three Year 9 pupils from Wrenn School who had produced their own Magna Carta project books.

Magna Carta, which was agreed on 15 June 1215, was the first document to put into writing that the King and his Government were not above the law.

Cllr Graves said: “The young people’s projects were excellent and they had put so much work and research into them, and showed a real understanding of the subject. They should be incredibly proud.

I really enjoyed talking with them and hearing all about what they had been learning.”

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REVISITING 1215: With the mayor, from left, are Kallam Howley, Connor Sayles and Kelsea Goodall.

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Afternoon visitors robbed elderly woman LOCAL GOOD Samaritans and kind-hearted souls be warned – thieves and vagabonds lie and cheat to steal from you! It’s a sad fact that we can’t let strangers into our homes, no matter what the circumstances. And it is particularly sad that some criminals will deliberately target the elderly for their ill-gotten gains.

On this page is the report of an elderly woman who opened her home to someone who said he needed to use loo – a lie, of course. Instead, he nicked her purse while she was distracted by someone else at the door; a carefully worked-out two-way scam.

My old mum used to say she looked forward to people knocking at the door, as a friendly face broke the monotony of the day. Friendly no more! Keep that door chain firmly in place, ladies and gents, and stay safely locked up tight!

Similarly, don’t open your car door as you or your possessions could be jeopardised by your kind-hearted behaviour. Check out two reports on page 3: the knight-of-the-road who gallantly helped two women stranded after their car broke down . . . in return they pinched his camera; the kind soul who gave a couple in a supermarket car park directions to the hospital and was rewarded by having cash and credit cards stolen.

These are not spur of the moment thefts by those who succumb to temptation, but carefully engineered ways of doing others down. These thieves ‘work’ hard; they plan to steal. What a pity they don’t apply their obvious brainpower into doing some honest toil instead. I hope, soon, they are themselves targeted and find out how it feels.

Sadly, their selfish actions have repercussions, as people are becoming increasingly reluctant to help those who are truly in need of assistance.

But we can be kind in other ways – see the story on this page about the work of the Contact the Elderly charity, which is urging local people to help with holding monthly tea parties for older guests on Sunday afternoons. Can you help?

BURGLARS stole an elderly women’s purse after they distracted her attention at her home in Mill Road, Kettering. Police are hoping anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious activity will come forward.

Sometime between 3pm and 4pm on Wednesday afternoon, June 3, a young man knocked at the door of the house and asked to use the toilet. While he was in the house there was another knock at the door and a woman with a dog asked the elderly resident for some assistance.

She left shortly afterwards, as did the young man.

After they had both left the victim discovered her purse had been stolen.

The young man had knocked at the door the previous day claiming to be raising money for a bungee jump in aid of the British Heart

Foundation. Police would like to speak to anyone else who may have been approached in this way.

The man was white, in his late teens, of slim build with wide shoulders, and had short brown hair. He was about 5ft 6in and wore blue jeans, white trainers and a grey hooded top.

The woman who knocked at the door was white, in her mid-30s, of slim build with dirty fair hair tied back in a ponytail. She was wearing beige coloured trousers and a light coloured floral patterned top.

Police would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed this incident or have any information regarding it. Contact police on: 101, the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 555 111, or use the anonymous online form: www.crimestoppers-uk. org

No horsing around for cadets assisting at trials

Report by Cadet Sergeant Emma Beadsworth.

TWENTY-FIVE cadets from 422 (Corby) Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets teamed up with 1101 (Kettering) Squadron to assist at the Rockingham International Horse Trials last month.

The cadets worked hard as usual over both days, taking on vital roles in the running of the event.

Each cadet wanting to help in the arenas was given a safety briefing by event staff and had to mem-

orise the course well enough to be safe while rebuilding the jumps the horses had knocked down.

Other roles included stopping vehicles and pedestrians at crossing points to let horses pass and blowing whistles to alert other operators to close their gates to ensure the safety of the public.

Cadet Natalia Czajka said: “It was really fun at Rockingham. I’m definitely going next year!”

Those camping over were awarded for their efforts with a large barbecue cooked by Civilian In-

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LOCAL police and Wellingborough Council have teamed up to find ways to improve services to the public.

Police Sergeant Paul Valentine has been seconded to work within the council to identify and investigate opportunities for organisations to work together more closely to combat crime and anti-social behaviour.

The project aims to find ways to make services more accessible for the public, as well as reducing duplication of work and giving better value for money.

Sergeant Valentine is now based at the council offices at Swanspool House for six months, working within the council’s

community safety team.

He said: “It will be really useful to work within the council and with council colleagues to identify opportunities where we can all share resources and further improve services to the public.”

The project was also welcomed

by Superintendent Andy Cox, from Northamptonshire Police: “I know Paul will take a great deal of drive, enthusiasm and experience to the role and I expect to see both organisations working much more closely together to tackle problems in Wellingborough as a result. Hopefully, after the six month trial, the project will have been a success which we will be able to roll out further.”

CONTACT the Elderly, the charity dedicated to tackling isolation among people aged 75+, is appealing for volunteers in Wellingborough to spare a few hours each month to help run local Sunday afternoon tea parties.

Each older guest is collected by a volunteer driver and taken to a volunteer host’s home, where they enjoy tea, chat and companionship. The charity is hoping to set up groups in Wellingborough, but needs drivers, hosts and coordinators to volunteer with organising the monthly tea parties.

To help, contact volunteer support officer, Suzan Hyland, on: 020 7881 2361 or email: suzan.hyland@contact-the-elderly.org.uk

Organised gang planned bike shop raid A CRIME gang using a large van or lorry removed 40 valuable carbon fibre bicycles from a Higham Ferrers shop.

AJ Cycles in Bury Close was broken into sometime between 9.45pm on Saturday May 30, and the early hours of the following morning.

All the bikes were either Giant, Trek or Specialized models and a number of pieces of Endura, Pearl and Izumi clothing items were also stolen.

To get into the building, the thieves blocked off a public footpath with security fencing, erected a screen to shield their activities then demolished a breeze block wall (pictured).

Detective Constable Billy Roberts, who is leading the investigation, said: “We believe an organised gang

was responsible for this theft because it would clearly have taken a deal of planning.

“We hope now that anybody who saw these people, or their vehicles, in the area at the time will come forward.

“Similarly, we would ask anyone who is offered high-end carbon fibre bicycles for sale in unusual circumstances to contact us.”

It is believed the thieves were all wearing high-visibility clothing when they broke into the building.

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

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Oh we do like to be beside the seaside!

CYCLING CHALLENGE ACHIEVED: Covering 750 miles and raising more than £50,000 – the team celebrate down on the beach at Brighton.

THERE’S a particularly good reason why this group of people are pleased to be pictured at the seaside. It marks the completion of a cycle ride that has taken them from Aberdeen to Brighton!

And the marathon trip has raised more than £50,000 for the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children.

Strength and stamina was tested when employees from Bright Horizons Family Solutions – which has its headquarters in Rushden – took part in the sponsored cycle challenge to help raise funds for their children’s foundation.

The Bright Horizons Foundation for Children supports families

and children in crisis, living in temporary accommodation or fleeing from domestic violence.

The challenge, which involved six full-time cyclists, started at the company’s most northerly nursery in Aberdeen on May 6 and finished at the Grand Brighton Hotel on May 19; a 750-mile journey.

Throughout the challenge, the cyclists visited 16 nursery sites and the UK headquarters in Rushden, and were joined en route by cyclists from local nurseries, in addition to two colleagues from the US. The cyclists, with the support of the company’s nurseries, support offices, clients and suppliers, have raised more than £50,000,

which will be used to build on the foundation’s 37 Bright Spaces; which are warm, safe, enriching spaces created by the foundation to help families and children in need.

Jeremy Clark, development director at Bright Horizons and one of the six intrepid cyclists, said: “Firstly, I would like to thank everyone for their incredible support throughout the challenge; we wouldn’t have been able to do it without you!

“We set an ambitious target both in terms of the challenge itself and our fundraising target, and I’m absolutely delighted that we have managed to hit both.

“The money raised for the

foundation will have a tremendous impact by creating spaces where children and families can play, learn, have fun and most of all feel safe.”

Tracy Wilkes-Green, foundation manager, added: “I am so proud of everyone within the company.

From the get-go, everyone has

Pair asked for directions then emptied helper’s purse A MAN and woman stole bank and credit cards from a women they tricked into believing they needed directions to hospital.

The incident happened on Wednesday June 3 at about midday. The victim was approached by the man and a woman in Morrison’s car park, in Lower Street, Kettering.

She placed her handbag on the front

passenger seat of her car and wrote down directions for them, and believes that, during this time, her purse was opened and her cash and credit cards taken.

The offenders were both white with Eastern European accents. The man was about 5ft 10in tall with a slim build and short dark brown hair. He was wearing a black suit and a white shirt with an open neck.

The woman was about 5ft 8in tall with shoulder-length blonde hair and was of slim build. She wore a flowered skirt and top with a green cardigan.

A number of similar offences have been reported in recent months and officers are warning people to be vigilant.

Witnesses can contact police on: 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 111 222.

Music festival raising skatepark cash TAKE time to visit the walled garden of Rushden Hall ParK on Sunday – it will be hosting the first-ever Music Festival.

Proceeds from the ticket money will go towards a new skatepark for Rushden.

Rushden Town Council in conjunction with Acoustic Cave are organising Rushden’s Walled Garden Music Festival and there is a fantastic line-up for the main and acoustic stages: Main Stage 12.00 The Keepers – Band 13.00 Scott Booth 13.40 Fallen Mavericks – Band 14.20 Erin Tidey 14.40 Sam Stopps 15.00 Paper Hawk – Band 15.50 Lucie Downer 16.30 The Groove – Band 17.30 Groundfloor – Band Acoustic Stage 12.00 Jack Foster 12.40 Henry Dymott 13.15 Amy Claire Addison 13.50 Anthony Cunningham 14.25 Robyn Wilson 15.10 Doug Heath 15.45 Erin Tidey 16.10 Rhys Gradwell 16.45 Kenneth J Nash

The council’s Gill Mercer said: “There is a huge variety of styles. Several of the acts, Scott Booth and Paper Hawk are coming up from Brighton on their way to Glastonbury the following week. Lucie Downer has been appearing in the West End and we are very lucky to get her to come to Rushden.

“Do come along and bring chairs/blanket to enjoy the atmosphere of Rushden’s first Music Festival.”

Tickets for the day event (from 12-6pm) are available for £2.50 from PW House Jewellers or Osborne Sports and Toys in Rushden High Street, Orbit Tyres and Rushden Town Council offices at Rushden Hall. Entrance on the day costs £3 a head (under 5s free).

‘Stranded’ women stole from Samaritan

A ‘GOOD Samaritan’ who helped two women claiming to be stranded in Kettering had his camera stolen by the pair.

The man was driving along Station Road at about 1.40pm on Tuesday June 2, when he was flagged down by two young women, who said their car had broken down.

He agreed to give them a lift to King Street, but when they got out of the car he noticed his Minolta camera was missing.

The first woman was black, aged about 20, slim, with black shoulder length hair. She was wearing black shiny trousers, a dark top, shoes which may have had a leopard print on them and was carrying a pale coloured handbag.

The second woman was white, about 5ft 4in and was very thin with short dark brown hair. She was wearing blue tracksuit bottoms with a pale stripe on them, a grey hoodie and was carrying two mobile phones.

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

been incredibly supportive to our cyclists and it’s another example of the fantastic enthusiasm and support throughout Bright Horizons for our Foundation.”

If you would like to support the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children, you can donate on their justgiving.com/BHFC/ page.

Girl hit with a stick

A GIRL aged 15 was assaulted and searched by a stranger who stopped her in a Kettering park.

The girl was walking through the Manor House Gardens near Sheep Street sometime between 5pm and 5.30pm on Saturday June 6, when a man stopped her and asked if she had a mobile phone.

When she said she didn’t have one, the man searched her pockets. After finding nothing, he picked up a stick and hit her around the face several times before walking off towards the Market Place.

The girl suffered minor cuts and bruises, but did not need medical treatment.

The man who searched her was white, between 18 and 22, slim and about 5ft 8in. He had pale features and was wearing a red baseball cap, dark trousers, Nike trainers and a white T-shirt with a large Adidas logo on the chest.

He was with two other white men who were about the same age and height. They wore dark clothes and one was wearing a dark coloured baseball cap.

Witnesses can call Northamptonshire Police on: 101, the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 555 111, or can use the anonymous online form: crimestoppers-uk.org

Motor theft thwarted

OFFENDERS attempted to steal a Land Rover parked in Bryant Road, Kettering, sometime between 9pm on Tuesday June 2 and 9.05pm the next day.

They forced their way into the car and damaged the ignition and steering lock, but failed to take the vehicle.

Police would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed this incident or who may have any information regarding it.

Witnesses can call Northamptonshire Police on: 101, the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 555 111, or can use the anonymous online form, here: crimestoppersuk.org

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Jail for local ‘family-run’ gang who stockpiled cash and drugs A GANG who hid cocaine and heroin worth almost £11m in homes and buildings across the East Midlands – including a garage in Wellingborough – have been jailed for almost 100 years between them.

The gang, led by Nicholas Riviere, of Rushden, sourced the drugs in London from an Albanian organised crime group who imported the high purity cocaine and heroin into the UK. Riviere and his associates became the subject of an investigation by Northamptonshire Police and the East Midlands Special Operations Unit in July 2013.

After the gang leader was arrested in June 2014, it became apparent to police that his younger brother Jamie Riviere, of Irthlingborough, had taken over the drug-dealing, arranging supply through an associate, Dion Oakley, who lived in London, and using couriers

FAMILY BUSINESS: Above, Nicholas Riviere of Rushden, led the gang. Below, Jamie Riviere, of Irthlingborough, carried on the ‘business’ after his brother was arrested.

JAILED: Above, from left, Zachariah Lovell – who was the second-in-command, Nicolas Ovens, Nathan Edghill, cab-driver Stuart Hart, Karen Riviere and Tristan Harper.

STORAGE UNIT: Above, the garage in Palk Road, Wellingborough, which concealed four safes containing drugs and cash.

Bedford-based Caroline Brown and Tristan Harper of Wellingborough, as well as another local – Nathan Edghill, who, at that time, was on police bail, in connection with the arrest of Nicholas Riviere.

However, he continued his illegal work with Jamie Riviere.

Detective Inspector Greg Maides said: “The successful convictions see the conclusion of a lengthy investigation and the complete collapse of a family-run drugs enterprise.

“The investigation started in July 2013 with Nicholas Riviere, his mother and his associates.

Despite their arrest, Jamie Riviere, Nicholas’ brother, continued to run the business. This prompted officers to conduct a second investigation which has resulted in prison sentences.

“Drugs impact our communities and we will come down hard on anyone who thinks they can continue in this illegal line of business.”

The first group – which included Wellingborough men: second-incommand Zachariah Lovell; taxi driver Stuart Hart; Nathan Edghill; and Nicholas Ovens – operated across the UK. Hart used his taxi to transport and distribute the drugs and also found a garage on Palk Road, in Wellingborough, to store them.

Edghill helped move both cash and drugs.

In the second group, officers

The future of the Force THOUSANDS of leaflets are now being delivered to homes in the Oundle and Kettering areas, detailing the work of the local police’s Futures Programme.

The programme launched last year to help the Force find out how policing should work across Northamptonshire in the future, Successes so far have included the launch of projects including the joint police and fire Rural Intervention Vehicle, the launch of the mounted volunteers scheme and the launch of the cross-border policing team.

Supt Andy Cox, who

is leading the Futures Programme, said: “The programme reflects our ambition for Northamptonshire to become the safest place in the country.

The vision is to deliver a new style of policing, which places people at its heart.

“Success will include: improved performance by the police, fire service and partner agencies, increased participation by the public in community issues, greater accessibility to services and improved public confidence.”

The leaflets are being distributed in Oundle and Kettering, where the Futures work is being piloted, over the next few weeks.

twice seized heroin from the gang, first in August and then in September. Brown took the money to London where it was exchanged for 1kg of high purity heroin, which officers seized when Brown’s car was stopped and searched on the M1. Enquiries identified an identical trip had taken place two weeks previously.

In September, Jamie Riviere was using Tristan Harper as a courier.

His car was stopped on the A45, Northamptonshire and 1kg of high purity heroin found.

Police later seized cash in excess of £20,000 and a number of vehicles.

The initial illegal enterprise had begun to fall apart in May 2014 when seven members of the Albanian gang were arrested by the Metropolitan Police as they completed an importation into the country. Officers recovered 40kg of cocaine and 8kg of heroin.

A warrant was executed at the garage on Palk Road where four bank safes were discovered, containing 2kg of cocaine, 1.5kg of heroin, 115kg of cutting agents and £34,000 in cash.

Another search was conducted at Hart’s partner’s home, in Weir Close, Wellingborough, and a further £107,000 in cash was found by officers.

Searches of 21 premises resulted in further discoveries of cocaine, heroin and £70,000 in cash.

The street value of drugs seized during the operation was estimated at £10.5m worth of cocaine and £343,000 of heroin.

Riviere, Lovell, Hart and Edghill were each charged with two counts of conspiring to supply class A drugs, one count relating to cocaine and the other to heroin.

Ovens was charged with conspiracy to supply cocaine only.

Varone was charged with supplying cocaine, and Carvalho faced two counts of being concerned in the supply of cocaine and being in possession of cocaine with intent to supply.

Keri Marks, from Wellingborough, was arrested for money being in her possession, a result of her partner Stuart Hart’s criminality. She was charged with possessing criminal property.

Karen Riviere, also from Wellingborough, was charged with four counts of converting criminal property. These related to purchasing properties using the proceeds of crime from her son Riviere. A further charge was bought relating to her using money to pay off the mortgage of a property.

All seven men and the two women, who pleaded guilty to the charges, appeared for sentencing at Northampton Crown Court on Thursday June 4: • Nicholas Riviere (36), of Roman Way, Rushden, Northants, was sentenced to 14 years and eight months each for both counts, to be served concurrently • Zachariah Lovell (35), of Mosel Close, Wellingborough, was sentenced to 14 years and eight months each for both counts, to be served concurrently • Stuart Hart (39), of Charles Street, Wellingborough, was sentenced to nine years and four months on both counts to be served concurrently • Nathan Edghill (27), of Pope Street, Wellingborough, was sentenced to nine years and four months each for three counts, to be served concurrently • Nicholas Ovens (39), of Kiln Way, Wellingborough, was sentenced to six years • Marco Varone (39), of Mount Nod Road, Streatham, London, was sentenced to six years and eight months • Fred Carvalho (33), of Dorset

Road, Lambeth, London, was sentenced to six years and eight months for one count and eight years and eight months for two further counts, to be served concurrently • Karen Riviere (57), of Barret Close, Wellingborough, was sentenced to two years • Keri Marks, 29, of Whitworth Road, Wellingborough, Northants, was not sentenced today but adjourned for pre-sentence reports Jamie Riviere, Dion Oakley and Tristan Harper were charged conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and pleaded guilty. Brown pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply and supply of Class A drugs.

They were sentenced on Thursday May 21 at Northampton Crown Court: • Jamie Riviere (29), of Whitley Close, Irthlingborough was sentenced to 10 years and eight months in prison.

• Tristan Harper (34), of Church Street, Wellingborough, was sentenced to five years and three months in prison.

• Caroline Brown (37), of Marks Close, Flitwick, Bedford, was given a two year suspended sentence with a 12-month, 7pm to 7am curfew.

• Dion Oakley (37), of Timothy Place, Pool Close, West Molesey, was sentenced to 12 years in prison.

Her Honour Judge Tayton, sentencing, said: “Such Class A drugs as found in this conspiracy are both malicious and addictive.

They ruin the lives of addicts and their families.

“In my view, the evidence shows that this was a substantial, sophisticated and robust conspiracy in which importation of high purity drugs were received on a regional basis and cut to be sent to gangs in Leicester, High Wycombe as well as local operations in the Wellingborough area.”

Detective Inspector Mark Pattison, from Northamptonshire Police, said: “Tackling drugs activity is a key objective for us.

Targeting organised criminality like this, impacts widely on our communities and as a consequence results in significant low level crime as well.

“We will come down hard on those involved in criminality. I am pleased with the outcome of this case.”

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Council closed chip shop Follow the cyclists as they race through OFFICERS from Wellingborough Council used emergency hygiene powers to close a takeaway in the town.

Joe’s Traditional Fish & Chips on Cannon Street was closed on Wednesday May 27 after a routine inspection by environmental health officers revealed hygiene conditions so poor it was felt they posed an imminent health risk to the public. It was to remain closed until conditions improve.

Two officers visited the takeaway and noted that some areas of the shop were dirty, with no hot water available for cleaning food preparation areas and equipment, or for adequate personal hygiene of employees. They found mouldy food in the fridge and numerous high-risk food items which had been left out of temperature control since the previous evening. There was also a potato peeling machine set up to operate in an external passageway with the pipework discharging into an open drain which had the cover removed.

The officers determined that these issues constituted an imminent health risk and served a hygiene emergency prohibition notice on the company Jay & Co (Midlands) Limited, to prevent use of the premises

as a food business until the risk is removed.

The matter was heard in Northampton Magistrates Court two days later and a court order was issued for the takeaway to remain closed until the council is satisfied there is no further risk to the public. The court also awarded the council’s full costs of £735 incurred in the closure.

Environmental health officers will now continue to work with the business to ensure conditions are improved before reopening, to make sure there is no risk to public health.

Amanda Wilcox, health protection manager at Wellingborough Council, said: “Officers in the health protection team work informally with all local food businesses to make sure they know how to manage food safety. However, if we find conditions we believe pose an imminent risk to public health, we won’t hesitate to take formal action to remove that risk.

“We only use these powers in exceptional circumstances and we have to be able to demonstrate to a court that an imminent risk exists. In this case the court agreed with our actions and the premises will remain closed until we are satisfied it is safe for the public to eat there.”

Find out about feel-good services

ROADSHOWS are being held locally to inform residents of wellbeing services in the county.

Northamptonshire County Council, Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Northampton are working together to form a Wellbeing Community Interest Company (CIC), which will bring together services that enable people to feel healthier and include smoking cessation clinics, weight management, debt advice, befriending services, support for people to improve their physical activity levels or improve their literacy. Some services will be free.

Local roadshows are 6pm to 7.30pm on: Monday June 22 at Tithe Barn, Wellingborough, NN8 1AH; on Tuesday June 23 at Corn Market Hall, London Road, Kettering, NN15

Bag thieves target woman twice THIEVES tried to steal a woman’s handbag twice during an attempted robbery in Kettering.

The woman was walking along London Road at about 7.45am on Saturday June 6, when she was approached by two men behind her, close to the junction with Boddington Road.

One of them grabbed her handbag and tried to pull it off her shoulder, but the woman managed to hold onto it.

The two men then had an argument with each other before one tried again to take the woman’s bag.

Again, their attempt was un-

successful and they ran away into Netherfield Road when the woman shouted at them.

Both men were white, in their early 20s, about 5ft 8in and of average build.

One wore a grey tracksuit and had short brown shaven hair, while the other wore a pale blue tracksuit hoodie, pale blue tracksuit bottoms and large, black rimmed, sunglasses.

Witnesses can call Northamptonshire Police on 101, independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 555 111 or can use the anonymous online form: www.crimestoppersuk.org

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THE third stage of the annual Avivia Women’s Race starts at 10am in Oundle Market Place, completing in Kettering town centre today (Friday).

Here’s a guide to where you can watch the race and what time you can expect to see the riders pass by (timings are approximate): Pipewell – 11.51am Oundle Market Place (start) – 10am Rothwell, Glendon Road – 12pm Upper Benefield – 10.21am Desborough, Gold Street – 12.05pm Lower Benefield – 10.24am Harrington – 12.13pm Oundle Market Place – 10.30am Kelmarsh – 12.19pm Fotheringhay – 10.41am Naseby – 12.29pm Nassington – 10.46am Hollowell – 12.43pm Woodnewton – 10.51am Guilsborough – 12.46pm Apethorpe – 10.55am Ravensthorpe – 12.50pm King’s Cliffe – 10.58am Spratton – 12.57pm Blatherwycke – 11.05am Brixworth, Holcot Road – 1.02pm Bulwick – 11.08am Scaldwell – 1.06pm Laxton – 11.11am Old – 1.09pm Harringworth – 11.16am Mawsley – 1.15pm Gretton – 11.22am Loddington – 1.23pm Rockingham – 11.29am Kettering Market Place, Corby, George Street – 11.36am finishing line – 1.32pm.

Cottingham – 11.42am East Carlton – 11.45am

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Raids may be linked

POLICE investigating a burglary at a hair salon in Kettering, during the early May Day bank holiday weekend, believe it may be linked to a raid at a nearby coffee shop.

The first burglary happened at Askews Hair and Beauty salon in Dalkeith Place, sometime between 4.30pm on Saturday May 2 and 8am the following Tuesday. The offender/s broke in at the back of the salon and stole electrical items and cash.

The other burglary happened overnight on the Bank Holiday Monday and the next morning at nearby Zozo’s coffee shop.

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Susan sets her sights on Three Peaks

CLIMBING EVERY MOUNTAIN: Susan Forsey is taking on the Three Peaks Challenge for the Gretton-based charity, The Travers Foundation.

Schools through to county finals

STUDENTS from schools across Northamptonshire have pitched their business ideas of how to tackle cyber bullying and on-line safety to a panel of ‘dragons’.

Twenty teams took part in the County Schools’ Challenge semi-finals this month at Northamptonshire Police headquarters at Wootton Hall.

The ‘dragons’ included Chief Inspector Gary Ashton, Peter Borner who holds both executive and nonexecutive positions on the board of five companies, Ella Churchman who works as a relationship manager at a bank and Dominic Goble who is a justice of the peace.

Chief Inspector Gary Ashton said: “It’s clear that a huge amount of energy and enthusiasm has gone into this year’s challenge tackling cyber bullying and the standard has been really high, making it difficult to decided on the finalists, but we have worked out way through. Thank you all for participating and I look forward to the finals.”

Eight teams were chosen to attend the final at The Castle Theatre in Wellingborough on Wednesday July 2. They are: Corby Technical School, Lodge Park Academy, Wellingborough School, Brooke Weston Academy, Guilsborough School, Corby Business Academy, Huxlow Science College and Kingswood Secondary Academy.

WHEN Gretton resident Susan Forsey wanted a new challenge, she didn’t choose to take up painting or advanced Sudoku. She aimed higher – much higher – and decided to undertake The Three Peaks Challenge.

And the hike, on Saturday July 4, will be no gentle walk in the park – it involves tackling the highest peaks in England, Wales and Scotland in just 24 hours; scaling Scafell Pike (978m), Snowdon (1085m) and Ben Nevis (1344m).

Susan is raising funds for Northamptonshire-based charity The Travers Foundation, which was founded by her husband Terry.

The foundation (www.travers-foundation.org.uk) helps 13 to 30-year-olds living in Northamptonshire, Rutland or Leices-

tershire to improve their skills in sports, the creative arts and the performing arts.

Susan said: “I want to achieve something I’ve never done before with some good friends. I’ve no idea how I’ll cope, but will, with their support, succeed!

“I thought about who I’d like to raise money for and wanted to support a charity where every penny was well spent, without any money being spent on administration.

“I chose Terry’s charity, The Travers Foundation, because it’s a local charity helping young people and I feel my contribution will have a real impact on an emerging athlete or an aspiring local artist.”

Susan has set up a Just Giving page for donations, visit: www.justgiving.com/ Susans-3-Peaks/ or there’s a sponsor form available at Gretton Post Office and Stores.

Volunteers make your streets cleaner

Fatal collision on A43

A WOMAN has sadly died following a collision on the A43 near Mawsley on Sunday June 7.

Mawsley resident, Caren Ashcroft (53), was driving a blue Nissan Micra which was involved in a collision with a silver Vauxhall Astra and a silver Vauxhall Corsa just after 4.30pm between the Mawsley roundabout and the Walgrave junction.

Roads in the area were closed after the incident until about 10.30pm while the scene was investigated.

Officers ask witnesses to call Northamptonshire Police’s Drivewatch hotline on 0800 174615.

Youth’s bag snatched

A TEENAGER was attacked in a Wellingborough street by a man who stole his bag.

The 16-year-old boy was in Herriots Lane, close to the junction with Church Street, at about 2.30pm on Monday June 8, when a man pushed him over and stole his red, drawstring bag.

The offender was white, about 5ft 6in, stocky and wearing a grey hoodie. After the attack, the man ran away towards Great Park Street, where he got into a grey car and drove off.

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

Man tricked pensioner

TIDY–MINDED: The Corby council officers and volunteers who gave up their spare time to take part in Lodge Park’s Big Pick.

A TOTAL of 43 bags of also collected a mattress, a risks of fire and carbon rubbish were cleared fridge and two wheelbarrows monoxide, so went door to away from the Lodge Park that had been flytipped in the door to conduct home fire safety checks. estate last week thanks to area.

To get involved in future As well as making the the efforts of those who joined Corby Borough streets cleaner and greener, Big Picks or would like a Council’s latest Big Pick Blue Watch, a home safety litter pick in your area, scheme supported by UK contact Corby Borough event. community Residents and volunteers Fire and Rescue Services, Council’s from Olympus Care joined also used the opportunity engagement officer, Lizzie the Corby Borough Council’s to make homes in the area Hudson, on: 01536 464603 community safety and safer, too. Blue Watch or the Corby Community neighbourhood management aims to help landlords, Safety Partnership on twitter teams to scour the streets for letting agents, tenants and www.twitter.com/CorbyCSP litter last month. Along with homeowners make their or Facebook www.facebook.

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Try your hand at farm’s archaeological dig

CHALLENGING CYBER BULLIES: Some of the schools teams presenting their initiatives.

Left, CI Gary Ashton announces the finalists.

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AMATEUR enthusiasts are being invited to take part in an archaeological dig at Chester Farm.

Volunteers will be able to work alongside a professional team as they excavate the former orchard and lower garden as part of the ongoing work at Chester Farm (pictured), near Wellingborough, to explore and develop the knowledge of this important heritage site.

There is evidence of human activity on the land for more than 2,000 years, including evidence of two Iron Age farms, a Roman walled town and a medieval village known as Chester– by–the-Water.

The county council is working to open the 34-hectare site to the public and for school and

other educational visits, using information boards and computer-generation visuals to show how the site would have looked in the past.

People with an interest in history and archaeology will be able to join the twoweek dig in August, which will be supported by a programme of evening talks and presentations held at Chester Farm.

County council deputy leader Cllr Heather Smith said: “This is a fantastic opportunity to get involved in a real excavation and learn from a professional team of archaeologists as we seek to learn more about the 2,000-year history of this fascinating site. It’s open to anyone who’s fit enough to work in a garden – and doesn’t mind getting a bit

AN elderly woman’s purse was stolen after she was tricked into letting a man and a young girl into her Kettering home.

The man, who was in his early 20s, was with a girl aged between four and five when he knocked on the door of a house in Windermere Road, Kettering, sometime between 12.30pm and 1.30pm on Monday May 25.

He told the woman who answered the door that he was collecting for a cancer charity then followed her into the house as she went to collect her purse.

The little girl, who went into the property with him, went into a spare bedroom to look at a collection of dolls. While the woman – who is in her 80s – looked to see what the child was doing, her purse was stolen from the kitchen.

The man and the girl then left and did not visit any other properties in the street. He was in his early 20s with medium length hair and wore casual clothing. The girl had long, strawberry blonde hair.

Witnesses can call police on 101, or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on: 0800 555 111. Or use the anonymous online form: www.crimestoppers-uk.org

Car was set on fire

A BLUE Peugeot 307 car parked in Leighton Road, Corby, was set alight sometime between 10pm and 10.45pm on Thursday June 4.

Officers investigating the case would particularly like to speak to a woman who was passing the scene in a taxi and raised the alarm.

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

Fined after tree is cut mucky! This project could lead to the development of an amateur excavation group to carry out limited excavations at Chester Farm.”

The project is open to anyone aged 16 and over and takes place from Monday August 17 to Friday August 28 for volunteers on a first come first served basis, up to a maximum of 20 people per day.

To book, contact Ian Meadows any weekday: 01761 439085 or email: ianmeadowsarchaeology @ hotmail.com

A MAN has been prosecuted by Wellingborough Council for cutting down a mature walnut tree.

Keith Hanger removed the tree from the garden of 14 Doddington Road, Wilby, last October. The tree was included in a tree preservation order, meaning it was illegal to cut it down without permission.

Mr Hanger pleaded guilty to the offence under section 210 of the Town and Country Planning Act at Northampton Magistrates Court. He was fined £500 and ordered to pay costs of £300 plus a £50 victim surcharge, making a total of £850.

Julie Thomas, head of planning and local development at Wellingborough Council, said: “It’s reasonable that work will need to be done on trees from time to time, even on those protected by a preservation order. But we need to be notified and an application must be made for work to a protected tree.”

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Vodka celebrates enterprising spirit! Book bugler Robert!

THAT’S THE SPIRIT: Ben Jelley challenges major vodka distilleries with village-made version.

A DESBOROUGH drinks firm is hoping to challenge the status quo in the spirits industry by launching an English-made vodka.

Ben Jelley, owner of Jelley Distilleries, believes the company’s debut product – an elderflower-flavoured vodka – will challenge perceptions and celebrate British-made produce.

The 27-year-old said: “There’s a bit of family history when it comes to vodka. My dad achieved quite a coup when he ran an exporting company in the 1990s by selling vodka to the Russians.

“Now, I’m hoping to go one better by establishing a successful vodka that’s made in England. Why should Russia

have the monopoly on producing vodka? Jelley Distilleries is about challenging the status quo!

“We make spirits the British way, with style, class and character. Our new vodka is a celebration of our great country – a homemade product based on heritage and patriotism.”

The vodka – launched last week – is distilled using coriander, liquorice, cardamom, orris root and lemon and infused elderflowers handpicked in rural Northamptonshire. The company plans to release a range of flavoured vodkas.

Bar and restaurant owners wanting to stock the elderflower vodka can email: benjamin@ jelleydistilleries.co.uk

Improved traffic accident support VICTIMS and witnesses of road traffic collisions are being urged to share their experiences.

Linda Lee, chairman of Voice, and Adam Simmonds, the Police and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire, have joined forces to design a new service that provides better support – and hope people’s own experiences will help them better understand what is required.

For the past six months, Northamptonshire has been

Parcels investigated

AN INVESTIGATION was launched last month by police after five packages containing white powder were sent to addresses in Kettering.

Chief Inspector Tom Thompson said: “Between Saturday May 23 and Tuesday 26th, Northamptonshire Police received reports of packages containing a white powder being sent through the post to a number of buildings in Kettering, including two banks and a private business.

“Extensive tests revealed the substance to be crushed paracetamol, which was harmless. However, the public is advised to treat any similar packages with caution.

the only place in the country to provide a pilot service to support victims and witnesses of road traffic collisions, regardless of criminal responsibility, through its arrangement with the roads charity Road Peace.

The service currently provides both telephone-based and faceto-face emotional and therapeutic support to victims of serious injury accidents and their families.

A review has now been conducted of how that service operates and, while it has been successful in providing support to victims, both Voice and the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner are keen to improve it.

Linda Lee said: “We know the services on offer do not always meet the needs and requirements of people who have been unfortunate enough to be involved in serious road traffic collisions or who have been bereaved as a result of a road traffic collision.

“If we are able to prove that these services are operating well in Northamptonshire and provide a tangible benefit, it will add further weight to calls nationally for these victims to be recognised in the new Victims Law.” To respond to the survey, visit: w w w. s u r v e y m o n k e y.c o m /s / RTCVoice

Burglars climb in and say they’re police

TWO men who broke into an elderly woman’s house in Spencelayh Close, Wellingborough, claimed to be police officers after climbing in through a window at 10.30pm on Tuesday June 2.

They told the occupant, who is in her 80s, they were searching for paperwork. One then kept the woman in the living room while the other took gold earrings,

necklaces and bracelets from bedrooms.

Both men then climbed back out of the window before climbing over the garden fence to escape. They were white, in their 20s, had English accents and were wearing dark clothes, face coverings and gloves.

Call police on 101, or Crimestoppers, anonymously: 0800 555 111, www.crimestoppersuk.org

THE musical talent of Rushden British Legion Branch bugler Robert Crick is much admired and he travels around the county and the country to play at various events, raising funds for Forces’ Veterans and awareness of the work of the Royal British Legion.

But he says his diary is not completely full – and he is available for more ‘gigs’!

Robert said: “Over the past few weeks, I have been all over the country, from Newcastle to Manchester and Greenwich, to name a few. I’ve played in front of high profile dignitaries and high-ranking officers and politicians. I have covered a couple of military funerals, an army reunion, a 1940s dance or two, playing the state trumpet and bugle alike.

“I am now one of the buglers for the National Memorial Arboretum, the Royal Artillery Association and, of course, the Royal British Legion. However, my diary is not full to the gunnels and could be – so I’m open to offers of where I could be tasked to some effect, such as state and civic functions, military funerals, reunions, memorial ceremonies and wherever the need suits a bugle or state fanfare! My intention is to promote and raise money for our worthy cause.”

Contact Robert by calling/emailing: 07739 744630/ crick2451@yahoo.co.uk Kind donations of any amount are welcome to Royal British Legion.

SOUNDING THE FANFARE: Above, local bugler Robert Crick raises funds for the Royal British Legion and also awareness of the work the charity does in support of Forces’ Veterans and their families. Right, Robert in Blackpool recently.

Tresham’s hair and beauty students line up in carnival style A GROUP of students from the Tresham College’s Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy courses took part in their end of year Hair and Beauty Show at the Wellingborough campus last month.

Following a Carnival theme, students spent months researching and planning designs and concepts for the competition and a number of internal heats were held to select the most imaginative and creative styles.

Students created mood boards for the theme, which resulted in designs based around Notting Hill Carnival, animals, around the world and the Mexican Festival Day of the Dead.

The best creations from each group were selected with the top two taking part in the final competition.

The qualifying heats varied from completing a blow dry and a cut and finish on the day to a creative hair design to include clothes, make-up and accessories. Beauty therapy students completed designs on models using face paints ready to create a fantasy design for the show.

The evening’s winners were: Hairdressing Level 1 Mood Board Winner – Rebecca Smith Hairdressing Level 3 Mood Board Winner – Kay White Level 1 Hairdressing – Alicja Kwiatkowska Level 2 Hairdressing – Katie Smith Corby Level 3 Hair – Catya Lopes Kettering Level 3 Hair – Louis Dickens Beauty Therapy L1 Winner – Whitney Smith Beauty Therapy L2 Winner – Kiera Swann McKay Beauty Therapy L3 – Katrina Berril The judges were representatives from Professional

Choice, Affinage, Hair Extension Academy and VTCT (an awarding body for beauty qualifications).

All proceeds for the evening went to She Matters, a Corby-based charity which offers a drop-in service for women in the town. Around 1,800 women use the group’s service every year for social activities as well as crisis support in relation to domestic abuse situations, sexual abuse, benefit and housing problems. The money raised by Tresham will allow the charity to help more women and provide a further effective service.

CARNIVAL THEME: Pictured above, Tresham College of Further and Higher Education hosted a charity Hair and Beauty Show to award successful students while also raising funds for Corby-based charity, She Matters.

Historic Force ‘Star of Bath’ emblem to be restored THE county’s police are to restore their original Force logo, replacing the current one introduced in 1995.

The move will see the Force’s original Star of Bath badge restored as the official emblem of Northamptonshire Police (pictured).

A staff survey carried out earlier this year found overwhelming support (88% in favour) for restoring the original logo, which has been designed by an in-house team.

Chief Constable Adrian Lee said: “Changing our force logo back to this important and historical emblem better symbolises the office of Constable and restores a sense of identity that many officers and staff have longed for.

“Restoring the badge will be phased in over time to minimise cost. However, there are a number

of areas where the change can be made with no direct cost and over the next few weeks and months you will start to see the emblem appear on Force systems, documents and marketing materials.

“We will also be re-launching our guidelines which give clear guidance about the use of the logo/ emblem and provide templates for various documents such as reports,

presentations and letters.”

Northamptonshire Police’s original Arms and Emblems held by the Force prior to 1994 (the Star of Bath surmounted by St Edwards Crown encircling a red Tudor rose) were replaced by the current logo by the then Chief Constable Sir Ted Crew.

The Star of Bath has been approved by Her Majesty the Queen as the standard badge for law enforcement in the UK and many of her other realms and territories.

Created in 1725 as a knighthood of chivalry, the Order of Bath and its eight-point star represent the performance of public duties that have merited royal favour.

As police officers are direct servants of Her Majesty, the Star of Bath has been appointed by the Sovereign to represent the vocation for more than 100 years.

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Amphibian - Which you should choose as a beginner The wide range of amphibians might make it difficult to decide which one to start with but some are easy to keep while others are more fragile with very precise environmental needs or have a voracious appetite and aggressive nature!

Remember that if amphibian are being kept in outside enclosures or greenhouses then it is imperative to prevent escape; not only for the sake of the animals, but because it is illegal to release non-indigenous species.

Fire-bellied toads Fire-bellied toads are bright attractive and interesting amphibians. The common fire-bellied toad (Bombina bomina) is an Asian species with a green and black back and, an underside of grey or black marked with red or orange spots. The oriental fire-bellied toad (Bombina orientalis) is similar but a bit larger (around three inches long) with a brighter red belly. These species can be kept in a vivarium at the sort of temperature maintained in a centrally heated house.

Common frogs The European tree frog (Hyla arborea) is another good species to keep in an inside vivarium. As the name suggests this frog is arboreal (tree-dwelling) and so likes a tall vivarium with plenty of plants to climb. The green tree frog (Hyla cinerea) is from the United States and is larger and less hardy than its European cousin, needing a warmer environment.

The Leopard frog (Rana pipiens) is an attractive, if not highly colourful frog from North America which would do well inside or outdoors.

Another North American amphibian that is interesting to keep is the Bullfrog (Rana catesbiena) which can grow to eight inches long. They generally do well outside in summer but need to be hibernated in winter. They have huge appetites and are happy to devour any smaller amphibians you are foolish enough to house with them!

Horned frogs and clawed toads Horned toad (Ceratophrys species) are South American land-dwellers. They are large attractive amphibians but are aggressive enough to attack and eat others of their own species if kept together. They are not suitable for beginners.

The African clawed toad (Xenopus laevis) is entirely aquatic and should be kept in an aquarium, but one with a filtration system and supplementary heating during winter. They can be fed on meat in which case be sure to add adequate minerals and vitamins. It may be sensible to transfer them to another tank or bowl for feeding so the main aquarium doesn’t become so quickly contaminated Tropical frogs White’s tree frog (Litoria caerula) is a beautiful species from Australia and New Guinea, thus require a tropical vivarium between 25°C and 30°C with high humidity. If these conditions can be maintained then this is a good species to start with.

Red-eyed tree frogs have similar keeping requirements and are also good species for the beginner.

The same can be said for poison arrow frogs (Dendrobates species). Their toxins derive from the indigenous plants.

Therefore in captivity they do not build up these toxins.

Nonetheless they are small and fragile and should only be maintained by experienced keepers.

The axolotl A fascinating species from a biological as well as a visual perspective is the Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum). It even breeds as a larval form and can grow to nine or ten inches long. If iodine is added to the water then it will metamorphose into a salamander (the adult form) which is usually not to be desired. It should be kept in filtered and well oxygenated water but does not need heating in winter if in a centrally heated house. They are voracious feeders on meat and invertebrates. If a loose stony substrate is used then they may ingest these along with their food during a feeding frenzy. Occasionally fish may be added as a food source. Beside the dubious legality of using a live vertebrate food, it is important to screen these for disease first as some fish parasites will affect axolotl.

Fire Salamanders (Salamandra salamandra) These beautiful salamanders are extremely hard to keep in captivity. They also possess a toxic saliva making them inappropriate for beginners.

In conclusion Whichever amphibian you want do not just go out and buy one or a pair without first thinking about the environment necessary. The vivarium should be established before the animals arrive. Far too many amphibians fare very poorly in captivity because their captive environment does not meet their requirements. Given a little thought and attention amphibians can be fascinating to keep. They amply repay the time and effort you spend making sure they are housed correctly.

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VET: Alison Turnbull Great news for pets and pet owners as Corby welcomes a new Veterinary Surgery to the town. Ideally located at 2A Harrogate Court, on the site of the old NHS centre, the newly refurbished premises offer the best and latest in friendly, professional and high quality veterinary care.

The team were thrilled when this site became available and during the past two months the practice has been extensively refurbished to the highest standard to provide a welcoming environment for you and your pet.

The practice is traditionally owned, rather than being part of a group or corporate chain and is run very much as part of the local community. It aims to retain a friendly and caring approach whilst striving to continue to improve and develop the standards and services offered.

Corby Veterinary Surgery provides a full range of clinical services to keep your pet happy and

VET: Kate Clarke healthy. Consultations are available Monday to Saturday by appointment, along with a fully equipped operating theatre for routine and emergency surgery.

Kate, Alison and the team intend to promote their strong approach in ‘preventive health care’.

As Kate explains, “Our philosophy is that by providing the best possible preventative care, through regular health checks and vaccinations, we are able to ensure your pet has a happy and healthy life.”

The surgery is offering a vaccination amnesty until the end of June. Pets which have fallen behind with their vaccinations will be entitled to a full restart at the same cost as booster. Further offers include half price microchipping. Full details are available from the surgery. Please call our friendly receptionists on 01536 648800.

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Beloved Finn fit again after vicious dog attack Ten-year-old Lurcher, Finn, needed weeks of intensive treatment from PDSA vets and nurses after being attacked by two other dogs while out on a walk.

Finn’s family have thanked vets at PDSA for saving the life of their beloved family pet after he was viciously attacked by two dogs at a local beauty spot.

Fiona and Steve Sutton, and their two daughters Jade (21) and Gaby (13), praised the work of PDSA vets and nurses at PDSA’s pet hospital, where ten-year-old Lurcher, Finn, was treated for dreadful wounds after being attacked by a Labrador and an Alsatian last year.

Finn was out walking with Jade and Gaby along one of his favourite walks – when the girls spotted a fellow dog walker with three dogs in the distance. Gaby explained: “Finn was on his lead when we spotted the other dogs, their owner called out that his dogs were no trouble and they were off their leads.

Seconds later, before we could react, two of the dogs just launched themselves at Finn.

“I tried to force the dogs away but they took no notice. The Labrador was tossing Finn in the air like a doll – it was terrifying. When the dogs eventually left Finn alone, he was just lying on the ground. It was awful to see him looking so helpless – I thought he was dying because there was so much blood and we could see huge sections of skin missing from his side. We called my mum and she rushed to pick us up and took us straight to PDSA.” Finn was rushed to PDSA’s hospital, where vet Aoife McCormack admitted him and put him on fluids to treat the shock. Aoife said: “Finn was in a terrible state when he was first

brought in. He had a huge wound on his side – about 20cm or 8inches long –and a deep gash in his neck.

“Finn was, understandably, deeply traumatised by the ordeal. His breathing was laboured and he was severely shocked by the attack. We immediately began intensive care, giving him fluids and painkillers. Once Finn was stable, we transferred him into the operating theatre to clean his wounds, which were filled with blades of grass and dirt. As with any animal bite, the risk of developing a potential life-threatening infection is very high and following the initial operation, the largest bite wound on his flank became infected, requiring daily dressing changes and eventually a skin graft once he was strong enough to cope with the surgery.”

Finn underwent weeks of intensive treatment and was brought into PDSA to have his dressing changes and wounds cleaned on a regular basis.

Finn’s owner Fiona said: “Finn never grumbled or snapped while he was treated, despite being so frightened, in pain and shocked after the attack. He is such a loveable boy – we all adore him and it was awful, especially for the girls, to see him go through such horrible suffering. We are absolutely thrilled that he is back to full health and can’t thank PDSA enough for everything they did. He wouldn’t be here today without them.

“The attack also left emotional scars on my girls. They no longer feel safe walking Finn without either myself or my husband present, which is very sad.”

PDSA Senior Vet, Elaine Pendlebury, said:

“Finn’s case shows just how important it is for all dog owners to pay close attention to their dog’s behaviour to avoid situations like this. Owners should make sure that their pets get on well with other animals and people and it’s also vital that their dogs can be recalled immediately to avoid situations like this.

This can often be achieved through socialisation early on in a dog’s life through making sure that a puppy gets used to different things like sights and sounds, backed up by training later on in life.

“Sadly, PDSA’s Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report highlighting that nearly two-thirds of pet owners have been frightened or concerned by another dog’s behaviour so it’s important that all of us tackle this potentially dangerous situation.

“Worryingly more than half of dogs didn’t attend training classes within the first six months of their lives. Despite puppy socialisation and training being key to getting dogs used to other animals and ensuring they react to your commands.

“But even if dogs have not been socialised as puppies, any bad behavioural traits can still be addressed. I’d suggest owners contact their vet as soon as possible if they suspect that their dog could attack another pet or person – the vet may be able to recommend local behaviourists or training classes as well as suggesting immediate actions, such as the dog wearing a muzzle, depending on the situation. In addition, organisations like the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (www.apbc.org.uk) are useful contacts.

“It is terribly sad that Finn had to suffer like this and with the cost of his treatment

Insights into Rabbit behaviour Amazingly rabbits still have most of their natural instincts, making it really important that we understand and consider their natural habitat and behaviour so we can make sure that they’re as happy as they would be in the wild.

It’s a common misconception that rabbits are very easy to look after and all they need to do is to be popped into a hutch, then feed and cleaned when needed. Nowadays, we have a far greater understanding of rabbits and there are a few things we need to recognise in order to keep them happy and rabbits expressing aggressive behaviour toward you and/or other pets, often indicates they are in distress and suffering emotionally.

How to Keep Your Rabbit Stimulated In the wild, rabbits have plenty to keep them occupied, from foraging to reproduction to territorial defense. Captive rabbits, on the other hand, often lack stimulation, which can lead to behavioural problems and poor health. Much like humans, they need to be kept physically and mentally active. You can replicate a rabbit’s natural environment by providing some of the below: - Tunnels - Twigs (which can be hung in their runs) & other suitable toys - Planter filled with potting compost for digging - Large tubes and platforms for climbing - Places to hide such as cardboard boxes - Games, such as food items in brown paper, which they have to unwrap Digging is an innate and favourite pastime of rabbits, both domestic and wild. By providing digging substitutes, such as a sand or earth pit, your pet rabbits will be able to dig away without damaging your garden or escaping.

Being active also reduces the risk of rabbits becoming overweight and even obese, as well as providing the physical and mental stimulation they need.

Keeping within Your Rabbits Comfort Zone Just like humans, rabbits become bored if their environments remain the same, so consider an occasional change of scenery. However, be careful as

too much change can have adverse effects. A wild rabbit’s survival depends on an intimate knowledge of its surroundings in order to escape from predators, so structural changes to a pet rabbit’s “warren” should be kept subtle, such as changing their toys and regularly providing new ones.

It’s incredibly beneficial for rabbits to start interacting with people, other rabbits and also other pets such as cats and dogs from an early age so they become part of everyday life and not stressful encounters. Familiarity with other species will help them develop into friendly and confident adults. Exposing them to normal everyday sights and sounds is also important, so they remain relaxed and happy in their environments as they mature.

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As always we hope readers find this article helpful and interesting and should you have any questions or concerns about your pet please contact your Vets for assistance.

totalling almost £2,000, it is imperative that we all act to avoid such dangerous, lifethreatening situations.”

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Mystery of the Corby tunnel tragedies

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HISTORIC VIEW: Corby-based Tom Bingham – well known for his connection to the arts and his hand-made guitars – is also a history lover. In this issue, he examines the unexplained deaths of a London diamond merchant, a new-born baby and a Corby platelayer in the Corby tunnel.

Send in your local history stories or memories of special, past events to Extra Local, email: newsdesk@extranewspapers.co.uk GRETTON, near Corby, was predominantly an agricultural village until the coming of the railway in the 1870s.

Railway building provided alternative occupation and this was superseded by quarrying after the discovery of large quantities of iron ore during the boring of the railway tunnel.

Mutilated bodies were found on several occasions in the Corby tunnel after its construction, one being that of a platelayer, William White, who was found in the tunnel between Gretton and Corby on the Manton to Kettering branch of the Midland Railway, having died in some mysterious manner, at a time when it was supposed to be safe.

Similarly, a baby’s death remains a mystery. On Friday July 5, 1918, the body of a male child, wrapped in brown paper and a Morning Post newspaper,

was found in the Corby tunnel by a local platelayer named Thomas Mee. Evidently, the parcel had been thrown out of a train the preceding night.

Mee, a Corby man, said he found a parcel of cloth and brown and white paper tied up with string which appeared to have been thrown out of a window. The newly-born child, which had abundant sandy coloured hair, had apparently died within 48 hours of a doctor examining it. The body had not been washed after birth and no food was found in the stomach.

Bones in the head were very loose and the investigating doctor was of opinion death was due to injury sustained at the time of birth or shortly afterwards.

A subsequent inquest into the death returned an open verdict.

Mystery still surrounds the death of a London diamond

DANGER ON THE LINE: Above, exiting the Corby Tunnel and below, a map of the area.

GRUESOME DISCOVERIES: Above, pictured in 1900, platelayers working on the line were known to discover bodies on the tracks or in tunnels – such as a fellow platelayer, a diamond merchant and a new-born baby. Left, a first class carriage in 1909 and, far left, a steam train of the era. merchant found in the Corby tunnel between Corby and Gretton, on Tuesday January 5, 1909. He was identified as being Mr Jonah Jonas, of the firm of Jonas Brothers diamond merchants of Ely Place, Holborn.

Mr Jonas, who was a man of 73, left on Tuesday afternoon for Nottingham on business for his firm. He travelled from St Pancras by the late afternoon express, which only stopped at Kettering. At St Pancras he booked first class and occupied a carriage alone.

At Kettering, where the tickets were taken, he was still the only passenger in the carriage, but when the train got to Nottingham, the guard noticed he was missing. His, silk hat and umbrella lay on the seat. A search was made of the whole train, but the old gentleman was nowhere to be found.

The stationmaster ordered a search of the line and the discovery of his mutilated body was made when the searchers carried their lights some 100 yards into the Corby tunnel.

The mystery remains as to how the diamond merchant got out of the fast-travelling express onto the line in the tunnel. A careful inspection of the whole train showed no door open and no door handle left open. The door of the carriage in which Mr Jonas travelled was shut. The window was open, but Mr Jonas was a stout man who could not possibly have got out that way.

Although Mr Jonas was going to Nottingham on business, he had no jewels with him – only a small hand bag, an umbrella and a travel rug. The small bag was one in which he usually carried gems, but on this occasion it contained only toiletries. One of Mr Jonas nephews said later that there was no reason to suspect that the death was due to anything but an unfortunate accident.

Were these incidents murders or just accidents of their time?

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STUART & KATY 06.00 – 10.00 Heart Breakfast with Stuart & Katy Join Stuart & Katy each weekday morning from 6 for more music variety across Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough. They'll have all the latest news, traffic and travel, weather and more fun in the morning.

10.00 – 13.00 Toby Anstis Join Toby Anstis each weekday morning from 10 for more music variety, more chances to win and the latest news every hour for Northants! It's the perfect soundtrack to your mornings.

13.00 – 16.00 Nick Snaith Join Nick Snaith each afternoon from 1 for more music variety, plus there's a chance to guess the year on the Time Tunnel at 2pm, and news every hour for Northants. Make sure you're tuned in from 1pm.

16.00 – 19.00 Matt Jarvis Matt is the man to get you home on time after a long day, with just the best music.

He'll have all the latest traffic and travel news for Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough every 20 minutes and local news on the hour. Make sure you're listening when you jump in the car!

19.00 – 22.00 Roberto Roberto is our new man in the evenings. He'll be playing all your favourite songs and chatting about your day, and giving you the chance to win. It's the perfect way to relax after a busy day.

22.00 – 01.00 The Late Show with Jenny Francis The Late Show on Heart is packed full of cool, relaxing songs to ease you through to the end of the day. It's the perfect soundtrack as you head to bed.

Sky News reported last week that ‘Simpsons’ fans were up in arms over plans to have Homer and Marge "legally separate" in the new series.

Executive producer Al Jean revealed the storyline would feature in the show's next season, which is due to air in September. He also told Variety magazine that Homer was to be led astray by a character voiced by Girls star, Lena Dunham.

"In the premiere, it's discovered after all the years, Homer has narcolepsy and it's an incredible strain on the marriage," he said. "Homer and Marge legally separate, and Homer falls in love with his pharmacist, who's voiced by Lena Dunham."

But now The Simpsons have tweeted an image of Bart in a school classroom, writing repeatedly on a blackboard: "Homer and Marge are not breaking up."

So goodness knows what’s going to happen! Jean unveiled a number of other planned plots for the forthcoming series, which will feature Lisa befriending a homeless woman "who turns out to be an incredible singer", cameos from other Girls actresses - and the return of Spider Pig. All this comes after it emerged Sideshow Bob was to finally get his hands on Bart during the course of the new episodes.

Rumours have been swirling around that David Beckham could be about to land a cameo role in the new 'King Arthur' movie. Guy Richie is currently shooting scenes from the first of his epic new 'King Arthur' film franchise at Leavesdon Studio’s in Hertfordshire. We already know that Richie's got some big names lined up to star in the 'Knights Of The Round Table', including Jude Law and 'Fifty Shades of Grey' star Charlie Hunnam.

93 year old Sir Christopher Lee died last week. The iconic actor, famous for his roles in 'Lord of the Rings', 'Star Wars' and Count Dracula in 'Hammer House Of Horror', passed away in hospital after suffering respiratory problems.

Here are 10 Fascinating Facts About Sir Christopher Lee… 1. He is the only actor to have played both Sherlock Holmes and Mycroft Holmes.

2. He has released two heavy metal rock albums, one of which was a metal version of Frank Sinatra's 'My Way' 3. In 1941 he joined the RAF as a flight lieutenant serving Europe, Malta and Libya 4. He served in the WWII and was hunted by Nazi's 5. He was part of a secret service unit the Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare 6. He is fluent in English, Italian and French, German and Spanish 7. Let's not forget that he is moderately proficient in Swedish, Russian and Greek 8. Oh and did we mention he is conversational in Mandarin Chinese as well?

9. He has worked for director Tim Burton five times including 'Corpse Bride', 'Sleepy Hollow' and 'Charlie and The Chocolate Factory' 10. He received a knighthood in 2009 for his services to drama and charity.

MARGE & HOMER Separated?

SIR CHRISTOPHER LEE The Count has died

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ARTS & CULTURE Monday to Saturday Exhibition of Corby’s rich history. The Heritage Centre tells the story of Corby’s long association with iron and steel making. 75-77 High Street, Old Village, Corby, NN17 1UU – Open from 2pm4pm, Monday to Friday and 9am12.30pm on Saturdays, Continuous Alfred East Art Gallery, Sheep St, Kettering, Entry is FREE The Alfred East Gallery has a regular series of changing exhibitions by local artists, as well as a permanent collection gallery displaying the work of Sir Alfred East, T. C. Gotch and others. Contact: 01536 534274 WEA course: 1066 - More than just a battle A nine week course with tutor Elaine Rawlinson. More information from 01536 711837 Tuesday 2-3.30pm Fee £52 for 9 meetings. Or free if in receipt of a means tested benefit or low household income (less than £15276pa) The Lounge, Madams Gardens, Rushton RD, Rothwell, Northamptonshire NN14 6EX Today, Tue 3 Mar, Tue 10 Mar Contact telephone: 01604 813445 CLASSES Tuesdays (6.30pm) Zumba classes in The Bede House, Higham Ferrers, NN10 8BT. Led by Michelle J. Just turn up 10 minutes before each class – £4. Other class times, dates, locations, tel: 07974809003 for details or visit: www.zumbann10.com

Walk, run, jog or cycle – but have fun! A carity fun event that raised more than £8,000 for care services at Kettering General Hospital last year is to be held for the third time on Sunday June 28 at Pitsford Reservoir, Brixworth Country Park (NN6 9DG).

Those aiming to take part in the annual ‘Walk It, Jog It, Run It, Cycle It!’ event should meet for registration at 11am; the event will start at 11.30am. It is free to enter, but donations are requested to support the charity.

Organised by John and Shirley Newman and their team at local business, John Newman Hairdressing and Beauty, of Bridge Street, Rothwell, sponsorship forms are available via email: info@hjohnnewmanhairdressing. co.uk You can donate at uk.virginmoneygiving.com/johnnewmanhairdressingandbeauty/2015 The Newmans said: “Please help us to make the lives of patients, families and staff at KGH better and let us show our community spirit and support, as we all may need to use the fantastic services we have available to us locally! Together, we can make a difference.

Sensory play for babes and tots. The summer may be over but the fun continues in the county! Award-winning children’s activity leaders Donna Smith and Amy George are reminding local families about weekly get-togethers with the Hartbeeps group, for young children.

The groups are for babies and toddlers and involve making music, enjoying multisensory play and having fun! Suitable for youngsters from birth to five years old, Amy and Donna run classes around the area and another Hartbeeps group is being launched in Raunds at the end of October on Tuesdays – call Amy for more details on 07775 877093 or email amy@hartbeeps.com There are also sessions on Mondays in Kettering at Kids Play (10.30am), Wednesdays at the Masonic Hall in Rushden – 9.30am for walkers and 10.30am for sitting to toddling age groups.

On Fridays the group meets at Telford Lodge I Kettering, 10am. Donna@hartbeeps.com or call: 07584 033108.

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

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

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

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

Friday 19 June: My Sweet Patootie.

Tickets £12 (Concessions £10) Doors Open 7.30pm - 8pm Start Join Canada’s award winning artists for a fun evening of dazzling musicianship as they run through a set of contemporary roots, ragtime and vaudeville numbers.

Tight vocal harmonies, monstrous guitar, sizzling fiddle and percussion are brought together in one perfect package. Award winners Sandra Swannell and Terry Young are joined by drummer/percussionist Anthony Thickett. From original swing to funky fiddle-tune arrangements to exquisite ballads the trio deliver a must-see show. Kettering Arts Centre St Andrew’s Church Lindsay Street, Kettering NN16 8RG Tel: 01536 513858 www.ketteringartscentre.com office@ ketteringartscentre.com Tickets Available From: St Andrew’s Vicarage Tel: 01536 513858 Waterstones, Kettering Tel: 01536 481575 www. wegottickets.com/lo cation/4 560 Twitter link: @Ketteringarts.

KETTERING ARTS CENTRE, ST ANDREWS CHURCH, NN16 8RG Friday June 19, 7.30pm: AFC Rushden and Diamonds Quiz Night at Rushden Bowls Club, Northampton Road (NN10 6AN). Cost £2. There will also be the usual raffle and bucket collection in aid of Cransley Hospice.

All quiz players are welcome. For further details, contact Glenis on: 07870 332606.

Friday June 19, 7pm: Tug-of-War event at Rushden Railway Station begins the Armed Forces Day weekend of events in the town.

Friday June 19: Don’t forget this unmissable evening. It promises to be an Unforgettable night out when the New Perspectives Theatre Company, in association with Derby Live, present ‘Unforgettable’ by Tim Elgood, at Gretton Village Hall (7.30pm).

Following the theme that growing old is inevitable but growing up is optional, the play reveals how unexpected events rekindle a brother and sister relationship when they are ageing parents Jed and Rosie.

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This funny and poignant play, directed by Theresa Keogh, is all about growing up, growing old and a lifetime of rediscovery. It contains some strong language but is suitable for ages 14+. For further details, visit: newperspectives.co.uk Tickets are on sale – £10 – at Gretton Post Office or by calling: 01536 770302. Or buy them on the door on the night. Proceeds will support the improvement fund at Gretton Village Hall.

Saturday June 20: The Wondertours Community Transport’s next trip is heading for Clacton On Sea – two coaches are being laid on due to demand. The fare is £16 with information folders and maps provided to ensure everyone has a great day out at the seaside. For all inquiries telephone or text organiser David Fursdon on: 07790 197220. The coach picks up in Gretton, Weldon, Corby old village and town centre and Kettering Telford Lodge. Arranged voluntarily and not for profit, Wondertours has served the local area since 1972 with regular and new passengers welcome on board. The last trip was a double destination excursion to Newbury and Reading on Saturday May 16 when 110 passengers travelled to enjoy sightseeing, shopping and dining out. David Fursdon made the arrangements helped by Carole and Mick Browett. The drivers were Paul Bowyer and Nigel Lawman. A round of applause and thanks were expressed by passengers coming home after another nice day out enjoyed by all.

Saturday June 20: At 9am, the Armed Forces Day Junior Jungle Walk & Honour Walk takes place from Rushden Railway Station – £1 entry. At 11.30am, the town’s Alfred Street School will open the Memorial Garden for visitors. And at 1pm prompt, the Armed Forces Day Parade will be marching from Alfred Street Junior School playground to Rushden Railway Station Goods Yard. From 2.20pm to 2.40pm, the Armed Forces Day RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Hurricane will conduct a fly past.

Saturday June 20: Wellingborough Civic Society’s Strawberry Tea Party, from 2-4.30pm. All welcome to Swanspool Pavilion.

Saturday 20 June and Sunday 21 June - MG Live MG Car Register Display, Races, Racing, Arena Shows, Onsite camping, Entertainment, Vintage Buses, Lifestyle Marquee.

Discount for advance bookings www.mgcc.co.uk 10-5pm Discount for advance bookings. Under 16’s free see www.mgcc. co.uk Silverstone Northampton NN12 8TN Contact telephone: 01235 867302/ 0777 1967633 Call to check latest times or cancellations. www. mgcc.co.uk Saturday 20 June Robin Ince: Blooming Buzzing Confusion In a fast follow up to his last tour - In (and out of ) His Mind – Robin continues to prod into our brains with

a sharpened pencil to try and work out just how much Free Will anyone can have. You don’t have to be a psychologist but he takes the experiments of Milgram and McLuhan as a focal point to try to find out, in his own inimitable way, if anyone can be a freethinker. Can we arm ourselves against mass media despots and live life pragmatically or will we always just be clumsy animals justifying each mistake with a well-honed alibi? Well, that is the theory but in practice this will be another night of shouting, gesticulating, gurning and enquiring delivered by the three times Chortle award winner. Tickets Available From: St Andrew’s Vicarage Tel: 01536 513858 Waterstones, Kettering Tel: 01536 481575 www. wegottickets.com/location/4 560 Twitter link: @Ketteringarts Tickets £14 (Concessions £12) Doors Open 7.30pm - 8pm Start KETTERING ARTS CENTRE, ST ANDREWS CHURCH NN16 8RG Contact telephone: 01536513858

Saturday 20 June Garage Sale A garage sale held at various houses around the Ise Lodge Estate, Kettering. All registering fees will go to The Kettering Samaritans. Money taken on the stall is yours to keep. A map of participating houses will be available for £1 from Saturday 13th June at The Community Centre, St. Vincents Avenue, The Woolcomber Pub, Coop and the Chemist on St. John’s Road, The Garden Centre on Warkton Lane and Budgens on St. Stephen’s Road. Various houses around the estate. 9-5 £5 per household. Fee money to go to The Kettering Samaritans. Maps available from the week before for £1 from The community centre, The chemist, Garden Centre, Coop, Budgens and Woolcomber Pub. Ise Lodge Estate Kettering.

Contact telephone: 01536 482475

It’s festival time! Fun days of yore are on the calendar this month in Wellingborough, when the town welcomes medieval knights, archers and musicians to take visitors back in time for some family fun. More than 80 activities have been lined up for the third annual Wellingborough Medieval Festival, which takes place on Saturday June 27 and Sunday 28th. The entertainment scheduled includes falconry demonstrations, ‘shoot the knight’, a talk by a barber surgeon as well as archery and a battle royal between two knights. It is being organised by the Wellingborough Business Improvement District to promote the town centre and promises to bring history to life in the town centre for the third year running. Rhiannon Thomas-Young (nine), from Rushden, who attended last year’s festival, said: “It was good experience, I liked the archery.” Alison Mayhew (59), from Theddingworth, who also went to the 2014 event, added: “One thing it did demonstrate was how lovely Wellingborough is. The costumes were authentic and the tents looked good enough to sleep in.” There will also be medieval market stalls, cooking and weapon displays, dance classes and candle-making, while ferrets will be taking part in races! The free event will take place throughout the town centre and in Croyland Park, Croyland Gardens, Tithe Barn Lawns, Churchyard and All Hallows Church.

JOINING THE FUN: Knights and archers will be appearing at the 2014 Wellingborough Medieval Festival.

Curtain up on Tingdene Entertainers A new show, written by and directed by Steve Lack with musical director Dinah Stevenson, is being presented by the Tingdene Entertainers in Finedon next week.

The show revolves around three children who are staying with their grandparents for the summer holidays; it is raining outside so the youngsters have amused themselves rummaging through boxes in the attic. They come across old scrapbooks filled with photos of shows. Curious to find out who the people in the pictures are, they ask their grandparents, who explain they are shows they appeared in. Among the scrapbooks is a video of one of the shows, so they put it on. As the family settle down to watch it, it comes to life on the main stage. Featuring songs from The Sound of Music, Blood Brothers and Mamma Mia, plus old time music hall and seaside favourites, the cast of 35 enthusiastic and talented local people who are ready to entertain!

The show is running at The Star Hall, in Laws Lane, Finedon, from Wednesday June 24 to Saturday 27th. All tickets are £8.50 for adults and £6 for children, available from the box office – 01933 680680 – or on the door.The show starts at 7.30pm and the doors open at 7pm.

Sunday June 21: At 10am, Asda DDay Row/Ride event at the Rushden Asda foyer – raising money for the local Branch of the Royal British Legion – and, at 10.30am, there will be an interdenominational Service of Remembrance at the Heritage Chapel in Park Street, Rushden – all welcome.

Saturday June 27: 7.30pm. Armed Forces Day Band Concert at St Mary’s Church, Rushden, with the choir of Alfred Street School. Tickets £5.

Saturday June 27: Armed Forces Day at Wellingborough Museum in Castle Way (NN8 1XB). The mayor arrives at 8.45am and cadets will raise the flag at 9am. A barbecue gets underway from 10am and there will be cadet activities and displays throughout the day, culminating with a drumhead service at 5.45pm.

More details are available from the museum, tel: 01933 276838 or email: wellingboroughmuseum@msn.com or visit: wellingboroughmuseum. co.uk Saturday June 27 and Sunday 28th: The third annual Wellingbor-

Fishing for anglers. Dust off your fishing tackle! The Angling Trust’s Family Fishing initiative comes to Northamptonshire on Sunday June 28. Family Fishing at Barnwell Country Park is an opportunity for lapsed anglers to rediscover their love for the sport, for new people to get hooked on angling (tackle is provided) or for existing anglers to learn some new skills. As part of the event there will be a number of angling sessions available – all of them free: • Have a go – catch your first fish • Fly casting • Fly tying • Feeder fishing hints & tips • Waggler fishing hints & tips • Specimen angling area There will also be a number of other activities and stalls present to keep everyone in the family happy.

The Family Fishing initiative has been established by the Angling Trust in partnership with charity Get Hooked on Fishing & the Environment Agency with the aim of encouraging more families into the sport.

James Roche, Angling Trust Regional Officer said: “Family Fishing at Barnwell Country Park is going to be a great day out for the whole family. As well as being the perfect place to get your first taste of angling, there will be plenty of opportunities for existing anglers to learn something new.” For more information on the event visit: www.facebook.com/familyfishingEM

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Saturday July 4: Carnival time in Wellingborough – the parade starts from Broad Green at 1pm, leading to Croyland Park, where there will be stalls and entertainment. Free programmes and parade entry forms are available from the museum, tel: 01933 276838 or email: wellingboroughmuseum@ msn.com or visit: wellingboroughmuseum.co.uk Sunday July 5: Party in the Park at Croyland Park, Wellingborough, from 12noon. More info here: wellingboroughcarnival.co.uk or here: wellingborough.gov.uk/ partyweekend Saturday July 11: From 11am, Party in the Park at Rushden Hall Park.

Wednesday July 15, 7.30 for 8pm start: Charity quiz night in aid of the Oxford Trauma Unit, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, at Rushden Town Bowls Club, Northampton Road, Rushden. Questons are by Pete Austin, who regularly raises funds for this charity as a thankyou for life-saving care he received there after an accident at work.

Maximum of four people per team.

Admission, on the door, is £2.50 per person. There will also be a raffle.

To reserve a table or for more info, email: pete.charity@outlook.com The series of Ise Valley Vagabond walks continues this month, through the summer and beyond, around the region.

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

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

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

Some of the walks may also have a 5km route. Walkers receive a written route description and are encouraged to walk at their own speed, enjoying the surroundings, and are requested to book in when they finish (to prevent the organiser having to go searching for them!). All the walks are recognised by the IVV, an international awards organisation, and have a start fee of £1 (75p for members).

Full information is available on the Ise Valley Vagabonds’ website: www.vagabonds.org.uk or from the club secretary on: 01933 314134.

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crafts Members of the KOS Musical Theatre Company are currently busy planning and organising their annual Craft Fair, which helps raise funds for forthcoming productions.

This event – now celebrating 20 years – will be held in the grounds of Cranford Hall, Cranford near Kettering.

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

Third Monday in the month at 7:30 pm.

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

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

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

Further details from Philip and Denise Evans: 01933 316834. Find out more about church activities, here: www.whitefriar schurch.org.uk Gretton Monthly Lunches . Gretton Village Hall is the venue for the next monthly lunch only £4.00 per serving. All food is freshly prepared and with a nice choice. An optional raffle is also run. Proceeds of the event are in support of the village hall repair fund. The organisers welcome residents,ramblers,cyclists and anyone passing through the village to attend. Thank you for your continued support everyone. Further details from Liz Watt telephone 01536 772328. Do then join us on 1s July for a nice social get together over a great value lunch here in Gretton.

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

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

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

Tuesdays 10.30-11am at Corby Library.

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

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

Every third Tuesday of each month during term time – 10am to 11.30am – at Sywell Country Park, Washbrook Lane, Ecton NN6 0QX. Also, every first Wednesday of each month in term time at Irchester Country Park, Gipsy Lane, Little Irchester, Wellingborough NN97DL – call 01933 276866. Also, second Thursdays at Fermyn Wood Country Park, Lyveden Road, Brigstock, Kettering NN14 3HS Toddler Singing and Stories with Stevie Rigsby sessions through the summer holiday on a Tuesday morning at 10am at St. Columba’s Church Hall, Studfall Avenue and a Thursday morning at 10am at Beanfield Community Centre on Beanfield Avenue. Ses-

sions cost £2 for the first child, £1 each other sibling. Elder siblings are welcome but must be paid for and accompanied by an adult. For more information please Call Stevie 0776 124 2851. In the past my sessions at Corby Library have been the best in the county with a record 50 children and 42 adults at one session. It is a rather loud, fast, fun, singy, shakery, action packed rhyming session and needs more people to join in to make it even more fun....

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

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

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

Little Lambs: Fridays 1011.30am.

Reachout Community Church, 4 High Street, Irchester.

Contact: 01933 225525.

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

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

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

Contact: 01536 359574.

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

Little Fishes: Every other Wednesday 2-3pm.

Little Harrowden Church, Main Street, Little Harrowden.

Contact Heather on: 01933 678225.

Hopscotch at Loddington School.

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

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

St Peters Parent & Toddler Group: Fridays 9.30-11.30am, term time only, at Saxon Hall, Raunds. £1.50 1st

child, 25p thereafter. Contact Sarah on: 01933 622116.

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

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

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

Call: 01933 410112.

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

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

Little COGS: Tuesdays & Thursdays 9.30am-11.15am. Reachout Community Church, Havelock Street, Wellingborough.

50p per child. Contact: 01933 225525.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Call: 01933 410112.

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

Contact: 01933 272119.

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

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

Little Fishes: Fridays 1.30-3pm at Our Lady’s Catholic School Hall, Henshaw Road, Wellingborough. £1 per family. Contact Lee on: 01933 460266.

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Top team for Raunds development NATIONAL housebuilder, Bellway Homes, has selected a top team to oversee the development of its latest new homes site in Northamptonshire.

Elaine Brown has been appointed sales manager for Bellway’s new Raunds development Border Fields, while Iain Hunter has been appointed construction manager.

The duo (pictured) has worked together on a large number of Northamptonshire developments including hugely successful schemes in Rushden, Corby, Wellingborough and Northampton.

With work constructing the new site due to get underway this summer, Border Fields will offer more than 200 two, three, four and five-bedroomed properties.

19 JUNE 2015

Company expansion will lead to more jobs

Who’s the Daddy?

IT is Fathers Day on Sunday and the Newlands Shopping Centre in Kettering is celebrating with four celebrity children.

Life-sized figures of George Clooney, Angelina Jolie, Harry Styles and Kelly Osbourne have been displayed around the malls and shoppers invited to visit the centre’s Facebook page to identify their fathers.

Neil Griffin, centre manager, said: “We wanted to make every dad in Kettering a superstar so it seemed natural to enlist some A-list support! We hope spotting a few celebrities around the centre will remind children to reward their celebri-dads!”

The centre has commissioned national research into fathers and Father’s Day, surveying 1,000 people throughout the UK. When asked which famous father was the best role-model, David Beckham was selected by 17% followed closely by Prince William who ruled for 12% of the survey. William’s father, Prince Charles, fared less well, chosen by a tiny 2% along with other less popular celebri-dads Simon Cowell, Ozzy

CELEBRITY QUEST: The life-sized images of celebrities at the Kettering shopping centre are part of a Father’s Day challenge.

Osbourne and Gary Lineker.

The most popular gifts planned for 2015 are wine, beer and spirits selected by 13% of the survey followed by DVDs and CDs and books and 17% plan to send a card.

Some of the more unorthodox gifts purchased in the past are slug pellets, a Sellotape dispenser, 2b pencils and a pork pie.

Charity thanks Corby staff for fundraising help GREEN activities and an annual community day are among events undertaken by staff at Corby-based RS Components, raising money for children’s charity the NSPCC. During Volunteers Week across the UK earlier this month, the NSPCC thanked them for their continued commitment to the charity.

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AUTOCENTRE (Rushden) has won the accolade of Best Public Feedback at the recent TerraClean awards in Northumberland – celebrating the progress and success of the TerraClean engine decarbonising service.

The first-ever TerraClean awards was hosted by British Winter Olympics hero Eddie ‘the Eagle’ Edwards who was special guest presenter and entertained guests with his experiences. Edwards is also the subject of a Hollywood biopic film that will be released in 2016 and starring Hugh Jackman.

Vic Clarke, of the Rushden-based family business which has been operating since 1997, said: “To win Best Public Feedback is an incredible endorsement for the team here. We’ve built up a good reputation for offering TerraClean to customers in the area and will continue to build on this success.”

for engineers of electronic components, measurement equipment, engineers’ tools and consumables, serving more than a million customers around the world. Staff have organise a number of events for the NSPCC, including getting involved in Go Green, in which people adopt a green theme – Amanda Dent, a trainer at RS, even painted her lips green during Go Green week to show her support!

Amanda said: “We managed to persuade work colleagues to do all manner of green activities, including filling a green hamper with any food and drink items which were coloured green. To get everyone in the green spirit I decided to wear green lipstick ­– not a colour I’d normally be seen wearing, but it raised a smile and much needed funds for what we all believe is a very worthwhile charity. We continue to donate to the NSPCC through payroll giving each month and we plan to Go Green again in 2015. It is a charity we all feel passionately about.”

Funds raised by the activity at RS will support the NSPCC’s ChildLine Schools Service in Northamptonshire, which helps protect a generation of children from abuse.

Barbara Elsey, NSPCC community fundraising manager, said: “We are immensely thankful to the team at RS for their continued energy and enthusiasm in getting behind the range of fundraising events.”

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

Tuesdays June 23 and July 7, 7.30am-9.30pm. NN connect – Corby – Fortnightly Breakfast Meeting. At the Corby Holiday Inn, Geddington Road (NN18 8ET). £15.

Details here: www.nn-connect. co.uk/corby Tuesdays July 7 and August 4, 12noon-2pm. Women in Business Network – Kettering (www. wibn.co.uk). At The Bridge Hotel, Thrapston, NN14 4JP. £25, includes lunch. Details, call Barbara

Hodgson: 0844 324 4034.

Wednesdays June 24 and July 8, 7.30am-9.30am. NN coNNect – Stanwick – Fortnightly Breakfast Meeting. At the Courtyard Luxury Lodge Hotel, West Street, Stanwick, Wellingborough, NN9 6QY: £15 (inc full breakfast and). Call Paul Green: 01933 375 300 for more details.

Fridays July 17 and August 14, 7am-9am. East Northants Business Breakfast organised by the Federation of Small Businesses

(FSB), at The Gemini Suite, Rockingham Speedway, Mitchell Road, Corby (NN17 5AF). Contact Alison Hadley, FSB branch secretary, on: 01933 413222 or email: alison@ moticationuk.com for more details. £13 for FSB members and for first time visitors, £18 for nonmembers’ subsequent visits.

Wednesdays July 15 and August 12, 12noon-2pm. Women in Business Network – Wellingborough (www.wibn.co.uk). At The Courtyard, West Street, Stanwick (NN9 6QY). £25, includes lunch.

Call Barbara Hodgson: 0844 324 4034 for more details.

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EXPANSION SITE: The Wellingborough company has moved to larger premises and more jobs will follow.

A LONG-established Wellingbor- premises heralds the most significant ough-based company has complet- investment by Hampton Steel since ed a move within the town to drive its inception, thereby completing its transition from importer to forward its expanding business.

Hampton Steel has recently acquired manufacturer and exporter.”

Prop-Search acted on behalf of the the former Transworld Publishing premises on Finedon Road Industrial Random House Group in the sale of the Estate, comprising some 82,710 sq ft on long leasehold interest of the premises, 5.7 acres and has completed a refurbish- following a planning application by the Wellingborough ment of the property for its specific use. passed The company specialises in the Council for a change of use, allowing manufacture of steel wire fencing and manufacturing, office and distribution cold formed sections and currently use.

The property comprises a two-bay employs 75 people. The relocation and expansion will see the creation of factory/warehouse of 78,262 sq ft around another 20 jobs by the end of with administration offices of 4,448 sq ft. The site provides potential this year.

Chairman of Hampton Steel, Chris for significant external storage and Durham, said: “The acquisition of the expansion in the future.

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The RHS believes that gardening improves the quality of life and that everyone should have access to great garden experiences. As a charity they help to bring gardening into people’s lives and support gardeners of all levels and abilities; whether they are expert horticulturists or children who are planting seeds for the very first time. RHS membership is for anyone with an interest in gardening. Support the RHS and secure a healthy future for gardening.

For more information call: 0845 130 4646, or visit www.rhs.org.uk

10 tips for late June 1

Check clematis for signs of clematis wilt

Plant a container: Mediterranean herbs Aromatic herbs such as thyme and rosemary are expensive to buy, yet easy to grow Georgina Stey You can be self-sufficient in many herbs from just a few pots or a large trough conveniently placed in a sunny spot near your kitchen door. As well as providing sprigs for the kitchen, they produce a profusion of small flowers which bees and butterflies love.

What you need Plants: sage, thyme, rosemary, marjoram or oregano and winter savory all like the same growing conditions Container: at least 20cm (8in) deep, and with plenty of drainage holes in the base Multi-purpose compost Drainage material: such as gravel, broken-up polystyrene or small bits of terracotta pot Planting Place the container in a sunny, sheltered spot and put at least a 2.5cm (1in) layer of drainage material in the bottom – this helps ensure that the roots of the plants are not sat in waterlogged compost.

Fill the container part way up with compost, and put in the plants so the top of their roots are about 2.5cm (1in) below the top of the container; plants should be about 15-20cm (6-8in) apart.

Fill in around the plants with compost, firm it gently, and water thoroughly.

It is not essential, but mulching the surface with a material such as gravel or bark will help keep in moisture and keeps the foliage clean; it looks attractive, too.

Growing Water the plants when the compost dries out, but don’t overdo it. They grow naturally in hot, dry places, and don’t like to be waterlogged. After a couple of months, start giving them a generalpurpose liquid feed every two or three weeks.

Pest problems are rare. The herbs’ tough aromatic foliage, which we value for its pungent flavour, usually puts off slugs and leaf-eating insects.

Tomato and spinach tart

Harvesting Harvest young fresh sprigs as you need them, starting as soon as the plants are large enough and carrying on through autumn. The plants are perennial, and should survive winter to produce further harvests next spring.

Added extras Other perennial herbs such as chives and mint also grow well in containers, but prefer more luxurious conditions – add garden compost or slow-release fertiliser to the compost and water them more frequently. Mint needs its own separate pot, otherwise its roots will quickly spread to among those of other plants. Tall, vigorous herbs such as lovage, fennel and sorrel flourish only in large, deep containers: keep clipping off flower spikes to stop the plants getting too tall and to encourage fresh young growth.

Preparation time:20 minutes Cooking time:55 minutes Total time:1 hour 15 minutes 60 minutes 15 minutes Ingredients 250g shortcrust pastry Olive oil spray 1 large onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 260g pack essential Waitrose Spinach 250g essential Waitrose Reduced Fat Soft Cheese 2 medium Waitrose British Blacktail Free Range Eggs, beaten 100g essential Waitrose Greek Light Salad Cheese, diced 50g toasted pine nuts 450g pack Waitrose Classic Vine Tomatoes, thinly sliced ½ tsp dried oregano or rosemary Method 1. Preheat the oven to 190ºC, gas mark 5. Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface and use to line a 23cm

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Place conservatory plants outside now that it is warm

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Water tubs and new plants if dry, but be water-wise

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“It’s never too soon to get kids active and helping on the vegetable plot or in the garden”

loose-bottomed tart tin. Prick with a fork then line with baking parchment, fill with ceramic baking beans and bake for 10 minutes until set.

2. Meanwhile, spray a large frying pan with oil and cook the onion and garlic for 5 minutes until softened.

Add the spinach and cook over a fairly high heat until the spinach has wilted and any liquid has evaporated. Tip the mixture into a large bowl.

3. Beat together the soft cheese and eggs then stir into the spinach mixture along with the salad cheese and pine nuts. Remove the baking beans from the case and spoon in the filling.

4. Arrange the tomato slices on top of the filling and spray lightly with the oil. Sprinkle over the dried herbs and a good grinding of black pepper and bake for 45 minutes until the filling is set. Leave to sit in the tin for 5 minutes then carefully lift out, slice and serve with salad.

Deadhead bedding plants and repeat-flowering perennials, to ensure continuous flowering

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Pick courgettes before they become marrows

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Treat apple scab

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Clear algae, blanket weeds and debris from ponds, and keep them topped up

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Order catalogues for next year’s spring-flowering bulbs

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Give the lawn a quick-acting summer feed, especially if not given a spring feed

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Give woodwork a lick of paint or preserver, while the weather is dry

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19 JUNE 2015

£600 raised, housing, help and food Upon Reflection BEAUTY ALL AROUND US

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

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

A new book has found its way on to my bookshelves. It is “Human Universe” by Brian Cox and Andrew Cohen. It is the basis of a fascinating TV series of programmes on the beautiful world around us and the questions we ask of ourselves.

It is not a religious book but it is, for me, a journey into the human spirit’s attempt to make sense of who we are and our relationship with the universe. Over the centuries the poets have helped us to see the intricacy of the snowdrop or the wing of a butterfly; to marvel at the colours of the rainbow or the sunset; to be spell bound on hearing the songs of the birds; to let the majesty of the mountains give us a sense of awe. It is not new to face the truth that we live in a beautiful universe. Brian Cox and Andrew Cohen help us see that beauty also in the pictures beamed in from outer space of the myriad of stars and galaxies. Every new discovery of things beyond our planet fill us with wonder just as the artists , past and present, give us new perspectives into human skills and insights. Looking at human achievements from the past and the exciting finds still being unearthed of where our humanity and universe have

been contribute to a much greater knowledge of ourselves. If we are going to understand our universe then every aspect of it is vital to our humanity. If our definition of “beauty” is to have any real impression on our thinking and way of living then we need to have an as wide as possible view of ourselves and our universe. New horizons that to come our way take us beyond the narrowness of the adverts in the glossy magazine and self-centred aspects of the latest fashions. Not many of us are going to be “raving beauties” as the world sees us and in any case beauty is only skin deep.

Living in a beautiful world can enable us to redefine beauty as something mysterious within us that can make our world even more beautiful. There is a lot of ugliness about in the world because there is a great deal of ugliness within us. The only way things are going to be transformed is when the imprint of a beautiful universe is allowed to touch our hearts and lives. Dear Mother Theresa of Calcutta some years ago encouraged us all to” do something beautiful for God”. Knowing we live in a beautiful universe can help us do just that and make a difference to the world around us.

Dear Extra, Cottingham schoolchildren are helping national charities and disaster funds by raising more than £600 at their annual Charity Day. Key Stage 2 children from Cottingham CE Primary School set up stalls and ran a drop-in

café selling hot cuppas and delicious cakes to parents and villagers – as the picture shows.

Meanwhile, Key Stage 1 children took part in a sponsored hopping and jumping event that will bring even more money in and add to the £618 raised so far.

School sports co-ordinator Steve Tayler said teamwork went into running each stall and the younger children thoroughly enjoyed the activities.

All the money raised from the day will be distributed between the British Heart Foundation, Islamic Relief and the Nepal Earthquake Disaster Emergency Committee.

Jane Smith Cottingham.

Dear Extra, Now the dust has settled after the general election, I wanted to take this opportunity to congratulate Mr Tom Pursglove MP on the recent election.

Affording a home is tough for many people in Corby. At an average of £176,275, house prices are nine times the average take home pay of people who live in the area. Rents in the private sector are no better – taking up an

average of 35% of local people’s pay cheques.

For many, buying a home of their own is a distant dream.

We have a housing crisis and at its heart is the reality that not nearly enough homes have been built for generations. Housing associations are a key part of the solution to this crisis both across the country and in Corby.

They build 45,000 homes a year – for rent, for sale and shared ownership – but want to do much more. Their vision is to deliver 120,000 of the 245,000 homes this country desperately needs each year by 2033.

The National Housing Federation represents more than 1,000 housing associations that provide homes to more than five million people across the country. Our new Government has committed to end the housing crisis within a generation, now it must free up land and provide proper investment. We look forward to supporting and working with Tom Pursglove MP in Parliament to solve the housing crisis.

David Orr, National Housing Federation.

Dear Extra, We are currently looking for 2 or 3 more volunteers to join our night team to help look after 6 people in the Sanctuary based at the Full Gospel Church on High Street South.

This position does not require you to be awake all night but to be on hand if needed.

The shift runs betweens 10pm and 9am one night a week. Full training provided with regular courses offered such as health & safety and first aid to name a few. If you would be interested please contact Maria or Alison on 01933 353946, Monday -Friday 9am to 2pm.

More food is now needed at the food banks please. It can be dropped of at the Food Hub at Rushden Full Gospel Church. Thank you to those already giving.

Andrew Presland RushdenSecretary, ENFG

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Taking Action to achieve your Goals 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.

WITH Summer now happily upon us and this really is a great time to set ourselves up for a fabulous late 2015. Today; we will take action to achieve your goals.

Sometimes a goal looks so big, you can end up feeling overwhelmed and give up before you have even started! That is why it is so important to chunk your goal down to small manageable chunks and set yourself a target date for completing each chunk.

So, say for example, you have set yourself an emotional goal which looks a bit like this: Emotional Goal example: It is July 23rd 2013 and I feel so happy and re-

laxed. . My self-esteem is growing every day and I feel very confident in all situations. I am assertive and honour my emotions. I love and accept myself and always take time to nurture and take care of myself. I never beat myself up but always speak kindly and lovingly to myself and others. I look forward to what every day brings.

The key is now to take this goal and imagine it is already July 23rd 2013.. You could then ask yourself ‘ What steps did I need to take in order to achieve this goal?’

Here is some ideas (You do not need to do all of these, just pick the one’s which work well for you) Read a book on Self Esteem and complete all the exercises. - Completed by Feb 10 Practise my assertiveness skills ( could also read up on assertiveness, attend a course, search for information on the internet) Completed by September Write a list of 100 things which make me happy and do one thing every day - Completed by September Do mirror affirmations such as ‘ I love and approve of myself’ or ‘ My self-esteem is growing every day’ ( Every day for 30 days) Completed by October Spend 5 mins every morning visualising my perfect day - Completed by November Take time for ME and schedule some exercise / relaxation time in to my diary each day October Each night before I go to bed, say 10 nice things about myself - September The key is to find action steps which will

assist you in achieving each identified area of your goal. So, if your goal states you want to be more confident try and find a selection of actions you could take which would result in you increasing your confidence levels.

The process is the same whatever type of goal you set yourself.

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Poppies u21’s Trial Day

UNDER 21’s & 18’s TRIALS DAY SATURDAY 27th JUNE Due to the successful first season of the KTFC Under 21’s team the Poppies are increasing the number of teams competing in the 2015/16 season.

They will be operating 2 U21 teams, both playing in the UCL U21 league, and 2 U18’s teams playing in the Northants Senior Youth League and the Countywide Youth League.

All 4 of these teams will play an important role in the future of KTFC and they would like to invite players to their Trials Day. If you are aged between 16 & 21, then come to Latimer Park with your moulded boots, running trainers and shin pads on Saturday 27th June at 9:45am for a chance to be selected to represent one of these teams. It is also advisable to bring drinks with you for the day.

Some of last seasons Under 21 players represented the first team of a number of occasions with Reubus Richard-Noel becoming a regular in the first team squad.

Pre-registration is essential via email to info@ketteringtownfc.com

Poppies Girls Trial Days

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Kettering Town Ladies and Girls Section are holding trials during June and are now inviting applications.

Demand is expected to be high, so don’t waste any time - this is a chance to shine and represent The Poppies at all levels.

The dates of the trails are as follows: Ladies (16+) Tuesday 23 June, starting 6.30pm at Latimer Park.

There will be a Development Team which will feature in the East Midlands Division One South and a Performance Team.

Girls (10-15 yr olds) Saturday 27 June, starting 11am at Latimer Park.

Applications are taken via email to the KTFC Academy Director, Jason Thurland: Jason.thurland@ ketteringtownfc.com

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2 WOOD SINGLES 2ND Round: Jeannie Flippance, Desborough Town BC beat Joyce George, Wellingborough BC Tina Broderick, Burton Latimer Town BC beat Marjorie Wright, Kettering Lodge BC Margaret Watts, Desborough Town BC given walkover by Chloe Wordingham, Higham Ferrers Town BC (Due to illness) Katie Smith, Desborough Town BC beat Heather Golding, Swanspool BC Jean Frisby, Wellingborough BC beat Pam Page, Desborough Town BC Velda Cooper, Irchester BC beat Rebecca Wigfield, Desborough Town BC Elaine Weatherall, Swanspool BC beat Esther Romaine, Irchester BC PAIRS 2ND Round: Margaret McGillivray & partner, Desborough Town BC beat Janey Leggate & partner, Wellingborough BC E Fairbairn & partner, Swanspool BC beat Audrey Height & partner, Kettering Lodge BC Val Betts & partner, Higham Ferrers Town BC beat Ann Davey & partner, Corby Forest BC Margaret Silsby & partner, Kettering Lodge BC beat Viv Gaudyn & partner, Higham Ferrers Town BC Emma Gray & partner, Burton Latimer Town BC beat Nancy Tebbutt & partner, Thrapston BC Karen Collins & partner, Desborough Town BC beat Pat Gayton & partner, Swanspool BC Wilma Walker & partner, Corby Forest BC beat Sharon Hall & partner, Desborough Town BC Rebecca Wigfield & partner, Desborough Town BC given walkover by Shirley Ongley & partner Irchester BC 3rd Round: Margaret McGillivray beat E Fairbairn Val Betts beat Margaret Silsby Emma Gray beat Karen Collins Rebecca Wigfield beat Wilma Walker OVER 55 SINGLES 1ST Round: Jan Hunt, Swanspool BC beat Heather Golding, Swanspool BC Ann Stewart, Irchester BC beat Jeannie Flippance, Desborough Town BC 2nd Round:

Rita Smith-Nolan, Kettering Lodge BC given walkover by Joyce George, Wellingborough BC OVER 55 PAIRS 2nd Round: Maggie Lewis & partner, Burton Latimer Town BC beat Dot Ross & partner, Corby Forest BC Viv Gaudyn & partner, Higham Ferrers Town BC beat Marilyn Dunkley & partner, Wellingborough BC Shirley Ongley & partner, Irchester BC beat Linda Walsh & partner, Wellingborough BC Heather Golding & partner, Swanspool BC beat Nancy Tebbutt & partner, Thrapston BC 3rd Round: Jan Hunt & partner, Swanspool BC beat Heather Golding & partner GENTLEMEN 2 WOOD SINGLES 1ST Round: Callum Height, Thrapston BC beat David Love, Wellingborough BC 16-15 shots 2nd Round: Callum Height beat John Lilley, Oundle BC 15-6 shots Area Finals: Steve Norman, Higham Ferrers Town BC beat Martin Cinato, Kettering Midland Band BC 13-12 shots Mark Turner, Kettering Midland Band BC beat Damian Wright, Earls Barton BC 15-8 shots Paul Broderick, Burton Latimer Town BC beat Walt Winsor, Wellingborough BC 15-12 shots UNDER 25 SINGLES 1st Round: Connor Cinato, Kettering Midland Band BC beat Nathan Betts, Rushden Town BC 21-17 shots Callum Beale, Wellingborough BC beat Curtis Johnson, Wellingborough BC 21-10 shots PAIRS 1st Round: Damian Wright & partner, Earls Barton BC beat Mike Pratt & partner, Kislingbury BC (no score provided) 4 WOOD SINGLES 2nd Round: David Collins, Corby Forest BC beat Daniel Height, Thrapston BC 21-20 shots Curtis Johnson, Wellingborough BC beat Rob Vowles, Wellingborough 21-16 shots Neil Gould, Earls Barton BC beast Steve Bunker, Higham Ferrers Town BC 21-15 shots Keith Height, Thrapston BC beat Norman Warrender, Corby Forest BC 21-14 shots Callum Height, Thrapston BC beat Mark Corbyn, Wellingborough BC 21-12 shots Dave Love, Wellingborough BC beat J Bosworth, Swanspool BC 21-7 shots John Haines, Desborough Town BC beat Neil Corbyn, Wellingborough BC 21-15 shots Adrian Harris, Kettering Lodge BC beat George Warren, Corby Seagrave House BC 21-11 shots Mark Turner, Kettering Midland Band BC beat Ian Roy, Wellingborough BC 21-17 shots Andrew Macredie, Burton Latimer Town BC beat Chris Gray, Burton Latimer Town BC 21-12 shots TRIPLES 3RD Round: Jack Tobin’s triple, Rushden Town BC beat Connor Cinato’s triple, Kettering Midland Band BC 16-15 shots John Haines’ triple, Desborough Town BC beat Harold Creighton’s triple, Corby Seagrave House BC 23-12 shots Callum Height’s triple, Thrapston BC beat Darren Lyman’s triple, Wellingborough BC 13-12 after an extra end Paul Broderick’s triple, Burton Latimer Town BC beat Steve Dockerill’s triple, Burton Latimer Town BC 20-19 shots Walt Winsor’s triple, Wellingborough BC beat Neil Corbyn’s triple, Wellingborough BC 12-11 shots Dave Flippance’s triple, Desborough Town BC beat Brian Hickman’s triple, Higham Ferrers Town BC 24-11 shots Richard Horrell’s triple, Thrapston BC beat John Wilson’s triple, Finedon Town BC 23-15 shots Steve Norman’s triple, Higham Ferrers Town BC beat Steve Bun-

ker’s triple, Higham Ferrers Town BC 17-10 shots Area Finals: John Haines’ triple beat Jack Tobin’s triple 19-18 shots Paul Broderick’s triple beat Callum Height’s triple 19-18 shots Walt Winsor’s triple beat Dave Flippance’s triple 18-3 shots Steve Norman’s triple beat Richard Horrell’s triple 20-10 shots These winning triples will now play in the County Quarter Finals on Tuesday, 16th June, 2015, at Northampton Whyte Melville BC, at 6.15 p.m.

The Semi Finals will be held at the same Club on Thursday, 18th June, 2015, at 6.15 p.m. (not on the 19th as per the Yearbook) MIXED/OPEN PAIRS 1st Round: Paul Broderick & partner, Burton Latimer Town given walkover by Mike Pratt & partner, Ise BC Alan Muir & partner, Thrapston BC beat Brian Fairbairn & partner, Swanspool BC 29-22 shots Steve Norman & partner, Higham Ferrers Town BC beat Kenny Muir & partner, Thrapston BC 31-10 shots Mark Plimmer & partner, Higham Ferrers Town BC beat Adrian Burrows & partner Oundle BC 21-20 shots EXECUTIVE TRIPLES 1st Round: Sue White’s triple, Desborough Town BC given walkover by B Love’s triple, Finedon Town BC Stuart Panter’s triple, Desborough Town BC beat Roy Hewitt’s triple, Burton Latimer Town BC 21-7 shots Barbara Haseldine’s triple, Finedon Town BC beat Jim Strickland’s triple, Corby Seagrave House BC (No score provided) Pat Starsmore’s triple, Kettering Lodge BC beat Malcolm Loach’s triple, Rothwell Manor Park BC 24-17 shots CROSS COUNTY WOMEN’S COMPETITIONS (No scores provided) UNDER 25 SINGLES 1ST Round: Helena Wilson, Finedon Town BC beat Chloe Weston, Abbey Park BC Louise Haladij, Kislingbury BC beat Jasmin Spear, Kingsthorpe BC Billie Swift, Abbey Park BC beat Megan Rolfe, Kingsthorpe BC Abbi Johnson-Young, Northampton West End BC beat Grace Wilson, Finedon Town BC Q/Final: Louise Haladij beat Helena Wilson Billie Swift beat Abbi JohnsonYoung Katie Smith, Desborough Town BC given walkover by Chloe Wordingham. Higham Ferrers Town BC (due to illness) Emma Muir, Thrapston BC beat Alice Moore, Kislingbury BC UNDER 25 PAIRS Q/Final: Katie Smith & partner, Desborough Town BC beat Billie Swift & partner, Abbey Park BC S/Finals: Katie Smith & partner beat Louise Haladij & partner, Kislingbury BC Jasmin Spear & partner, Kingsthorpe BC beat Helena Wilson & partner, Finedon Town BC BOWLS NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ‘COUNTY LEAGUE’ – LATEST RESULTS AND TABLES The mixed gender County League, organised by the Jackson Grundy sponsored Bowls Northamptonshire, has started in earnest for many competing clubs, especially in Group 2, and the results, followed by the current league table for Group 2, follows: Group 1, in which just one match has been played: Corby Grampian BC(8 points) beat Kingsthorpe BC (2 points) 48 – 35 shots Group 2.

Burton Latimer Town BC (8 points) beat Geddington & Newton BC (2 points) 39-36 shots Kettering Midland Band BC (10 points) beat Geddington & Newton BC (Nil points) 58-34 shots Kettering Lodge BC (6 points)

Under 25 Men’s ‘White Rose’ team: back row l to r: David Walker, Danny Walker, Jamie Walker, Shaun Marriott & Connor Cinato. front row l to r: Jack Botterill (Reserve) Nathan Betts, Callum Height & Matt Cattell.

Action: In County men v County women match at Wellingborough beat Burton Latimer Town BC (4 points) 55-43 shots Kettering Lodge BC (8 points) beat Irchester (2 points) 49-47 shots Kettering Midland Band BC (8 points) beat Swanspool BC (2 points) 62-38 shots Kettering Lodge BC (10 points) beat Geddington & Newton BC (Nil points) 54-32 shots Northampton BBOB BC (9 points) beat Geddington & Newton BC (1 point) 49-34 shots BURTON LATIMER TOWN BC 24.6.15. Members visit Corby Forest BC for a ladies match at 6.30 p.m.

20.6.15. Abington BC visits for a men’s match at 2.0 p.m.

21.6.15. Geddington & Newton BC visits for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

CORBY FOREST BC 20.6.15. Corby Seagrave House BC visits for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

20.6.15. Members visit Higham Ferrers Town BC for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

24.6.15. Burton Latimer Town BC visits for a ladies match at 6.30 p.m.

CORBY SEAGRAVE HOUSE BC 20.6.15. Oundle BC visits for a men’s match at 2.0 p.m.

20.6.1.5. Members visit Corby Forest BC for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

22.6.15. Members visit Corby Grampian BC for a mixed match at 6.30 p.m.

DESBOROUGH TOWN BC 20.6.15. Members visit Northampton West End BC for a men’s match at 2.0 p.m.

20.6.15. St Crispin BC visits for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

22.6.15. Club embarks on its Tour EARLS BARTON BC 20.6.15. Members visit Roade BC for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

22.6.15. St Crispin BC visits for a men’s triples league match at 6.30 p.m.

23.6.15. ‘A’ Team visits Irchester BC & ‘B’ team visits Rebels BC for Tipler triples league matches at 6.30 p.m.

23.6.15. Members visit |Rushden Town BC for a ladies match at 2.0 p.m.

FINEDON TOWN BC 20.6.15. Members visit Raunds Conservatives BC for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

GEDDINGTON & NEWTON BC 20.6.15. Members visit Oundle BC for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

20.6.15. Members visit Thrapston BC for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

21.6.15. Members visit Burton Latimer Town BC for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

23.6.15. Members visit Rothwell Manor Park BC for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

HIGHAM FERRERS TOWN BC 20.6.15. Corby Forest BC visits for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

20.6.15. Members vidit Thrapston BC for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

23.6.15. Members visit Desborough Town BC for a County league match at 6.30 p.m.

IRCHESTER BC 20.6.15. Islip BC visits for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

21.6.15. Swanspool BC visits for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

21.6.15. Members visit Kettering Midland Band BC for a County league match at 10.0 a.m.

IRTHLINGBOROUGH CHURCH INSTITUTE BC 20.6.15. Members visit Stanwick BC for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

ISE BC 20.6.15. Wellingborough Managers & Foremen BC visits for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

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

KETTERING LODGE BC 20.6.15. Kettering Midland Band BC visits for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

KETTERING MIDLAND BAND BC 20.6.15. Members visit Kettering Lodge BC for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

21.6.15. Irchester BC visits for a County league match at 10.0 a.m.

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE RETIRED POLICE BA 23.6.1.5. Members visit Wellingborough BC for a men’s match at 6.30 p.m.

OUNDLE BC 20.6.15. Geddington & Newton BC visits for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

20.6.15. Members visit Corby Seagrave House BC for a men’s match at 2.0 p.m.

RAUNDS CONSERVATIVES BC 20.6.15. Club plays its Memorial Trophy ROTHWELL MANOR PARK BC 19.6.15. Club plays its Friday evening league at 6.30 p.m.

23.6.15. Geddington & Newton BC visits for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

RUSHDEN TOWN BC 20.6.15. Members visit St Crispin BC for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

23.6.15. Earls Barton BC visits for a ladies match at 2.0 p.m.

SWANSPOOL BC 20.6.15. Members visit Northampton BBOB’s BC for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

21.6.15. Members visit Irchester BC for a mixed match at 2.30 p.m.

23.6.15. Members visit Wellingborough BC for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

THRAPSTON BC 20.6.15. Geddington & Newton BC visits for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

WELLINGBOROUGH BC 20.6.15. Members visit North Kilworth BC for a men’s match at 2.30 p.m.

21.6.15. Members visit Kingsthorpe BC for a County League match at 10.0 a.m.

23.6.15. Swanspool BC visits for a ladies match at 2.30 p.m.

23.6.15. Northants Retired Police BA visits for a men’s match at 6.30 p.m.

WELLINGBOROUGH OLD GRAMMARIANS BC 21.6.15. Club holds an ‘Open Day’ at 2.0 p.m.

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Rushton CC - 1st XI v Peterborough Town CC - 1st XI Saturday 13th June 2015 Score 130 for 10 (32.2 overs) ‘b’ ‘t’ 123 for 5 (31.0 overs) Points 5 2 Rushton CC - 1st XI 1 Daniel McGovern b Joe Dawborn 20 2 Ben Mansell ct Marcus Howard b Jamie Smith 0 3 Jake Bindley ct Joe Dawborn b Paul McMahon 26 4 A Reynoldson ct Kieron Jones b Joe Dawborn 0 5 Adil Araf lbw b Joe Dawborn 0 6 Marcus Steed

b Kieron Jones 18 7 Daniel Bendon* ct Joe Dawborn b Paul McMahon 30 8 Bradley Armer b Joe Dawborn 18 9 Marc Jackson lbw b Kieron Jones 0 10 Afaq Babar st Tim Young b Paul McMahon 9 11 Colin Judd not out 0 Extras 9 Total 130 Wickets all out Overs 32.2 Peterborough Town CC - 1st XI 1 Asim Butt ct Marc Jackson b A Reynoldson 34 2 David Clarke b A Reynoldson 19 3 Tim Young lbw b A Reynoldson 0 4 Marcus Howard ct A Reynoldson b Daniel Bendon 19 5 Lewis Bruce* ct Afaq Babar b Marcus Steed 3 6 Paul McMahon Not Out 29 7 Joe Dawborn Did not bat 8 Kieron Jones Did not bat 9 Kyle Medcalf Did not bat 10 Jamie Smith Did not bat 11 Stuart Williams Did not bat Extras 19 Total 123 Wickets 5 Overs 31.1

DIVISION THREE Heyford CC - 1st XI v Long Buckby CC - 1st XI Saturday 13th June 2015 Score 119 for 7 (25 overs) ‘b’ 120 for 6 (24 overs) ‘t’ Points 6 22 Heyford CC - 1st XI 1 James Baldwin ct W Courtney b Adrian Flynn 16 2 James Edwards b Adrian Flynn 9 3 Simon Legge ct Sam Bevin b Oliver Andrew 33 4 Jacob Gilder ct Adrian Flynn b Gary Reeve 42 5 Laurence Buck ct Adrian Flynn b Oliver Andrew 1 6 Ross Cambray* ct Richard Bott b Adam Vinson 0 7 Matthew Baker† b Gary Reeve 6 8 Charles Wilkins not out 4 9 Thomas Whittaker not out 1 10 Ben Taylorr did not bat 11 Rob Pardon did not bat Extras 7 Total 119 Wickets 7 Overs 25 Long Buckby CC - 1st XI 1 Duncan Harris ct Charles Wilkins b Jacob Gilder 29 2 Adam Vinson ct Ross Cambray b James Edwards 0 3 Richard Bott* lbw b Jacob Gilder 8 4 Sam Bevin b Jacob Gilder 19 5 Warren Courtney†ct James Baldwin b Ross Cambray 14 6 Richard Colton run out (James Baldwin) 6 7 Andrew Oliver not out 8 8 Oliver Andrew not out 6 9 Daniel Lewis did not bat 10 Adrian Flynn did not bat 11 Gary Reeve did not bat Extras 10 Total 120 Wickets 6 Overs 24

DIVISION TEN Rushden Town CC - 3rd XI v Brixworth CC - 3rd XI Saturday 13th June 2015 Score 161 for 8 (28 overs) ‘b’ 84 for 10 (27 overs) ‘t’ Points 28 4 Rushden Town CC - 3rd XI 1 Tony Clampin ct Ian Bandey b David Hughes 27 2 Richard Eady not out 70 3 Simon Fowler† b David Hughes 0 4 Andy Rollings b David Hughes 4 5 Alex Gaul b Steven Bradnam 12 6 Zach Ives b Jim Wells 10 7 Luke Barnett ct Steven Bradnam b Michael Bailey 1 8 Michael Dicks st Martyn Cowley b Michael Bailey 5 9 Scott Russell* lbw b Steven Bradnam 4 10 Dominic Layram not out 1 11 Thomas Moffatt did not bat Extras 27 Total 161 Wickets 8 Overs 28 Brixworth CC - 3rd XI 1 Ian Bandey lbw b Michael Dicks 9 2 Alasdair Duncan not out 8 3 William Cox ct Michael Dicks b Thomas Moffatt 0 4 Martyn Cowley*† ct Simon Fowler b Thomas Moffatt 8 5 Lewis Perrin ct Simon Fowler b Thomas Moffatt 0 6 Harry Cadden ct Scott Russell b Thomas Moffatt 24 7 David Hughes ct Luke Barnett b Thomas Moffatt 0 8 David Naylor b Dominic Layram 12 9 Steven Bradnam b Richard Eady 2 10 Michael Bailey ct Unsure b Andy Rollings 9 11 Jim Wells ct Simon Fowler b Dominic Layram 2 Extras 10 Total 84 Wickets all out Overs 27

DIVISION ONE Finedon Dolben CC - 2nd XI v Wellingborough Indians 1st XI Saturday 13th June 2015 Score 192 for 8 (30 overs) ‘b’ 196 for 7 (29.5 overs) ‘t’ Points 0 22 Finedon Dolben CC - 2nd XI 1 Andy Daniels b Mirwais Khan 45 2 Kunjal Amin b Hitesh Sharma 0 3 Jack Parker b Amit Patel 9 4 Elliott West ct J(1st team) Patel b Mirwais Khan 10 5 Ashley Campden ct J(1st team) Patel b M Saddiqi 70 6 Dave Clarke ct M Saddiqi b Amit Patel 6 7 Jack Carroll run out 2 8 Nick Brown ct Amit Patel b Mirwais Khan 18 9 Andy Roberts* not out 20 10 Ben Parker not out 3 11 Adam Denton did not bat Extras 9 Total 192 Wickets 8 Overs 30 Wellingborough Indians 1st XI 1 Alpesh Patel ct Jack Parker b Jack Carroll 4 2 Hitesh Sharma ct Nick Brown b Jack Carroll 21 3 Anand Panchal ct Adam Denton b Jack Carroll 4 4 Bhavin Patel ct Nick Brown b Kunjal Amin 41 5 Dipesh Surti lbw b Jack Carroll 1 6 J(1st team) Patel* b Kunjal Amin 58 7 Pritam Patel not out 34 8 M Saddiqi ct Nick Brown b Kunjal Amin 5 9 Amit Patel

not out 14 10 Chirag Upadhyay did not bat 2 11 Mirwais Khan did not bat Extras 14 Total 196 Wickets 7 Overs 29.5

DIVISION FIVE Burton Latimer CC - 2nd XI v Overstone Park CC - 2nd XI Saturday 13th June 2015 Score 107 for 10 (23.1 overs) ‘b’ ‘t’ 110 for 4 (17.2 overs) Points 0 25 Burton Latimer CC - 2nd XI 1 Laura Tonks*† b Matthew Jones 5 2 S Choudhury ct Neel Patel b Matthew Hawes 5 3 A Cunningham ct Matthew Hawes b Matthew Jones 51 4 L Yeomans b R Popat-Junior 4 5 Alex Woods lbw b Parim Patel 1 6 George Halfhide b R Popat-Junior 3 7 David Hood b R Popat-Junior 22 8 Ian Watson b R Popat-Junior 5 9 Will Brooks b Matthew Jones 1 10 Rhys Nicholls b Matthew Jones 0 11 Joshua Whitwell not out 4 Extras 6 Total 107 Wickets all out Overs 23.1 Overstone Park CC - 2nd XI 1 Paul McDowell b A Cunningham 6 2 Ashil Patel run out (Joshua Whitwell) 63 3 Kyle Draper b Aiden Cunningham 0 4 Parim Patel b George Halfhide 10 5 Ben Hartley not out 6 6 Matthew Hawes not out 12 7 Neel Patel* did not bat 8 Matthew Jones did not bat 9 Dominic McDowell did not bat 10 Rahul Popat-Junior did not bat 11 Alex Quatrine† did not bat Extras 13 Total 110 Wickets 4 Overs 17.2

DIVISION ELEVEN Geddington CC - 3rd XI v Mears Ashby CC - 2nd XI Saturday 13th June 2015 Score 131 for 8 (30 overs) ‘b’ 85 for 10 (24.3 overs) Points 27 4 Geddington CC - 3rd XI 1 Mark Thomas* not out 55 2 Ned Wilson ct Unsure b D Fernando 8 3 Harry Bolton b Di Fernando 0 4 Paul Rowden b John Robinson 22 5 Michael Bolton b John Robinson 8 6 Miles Knight b John Robinson 10 7 Philip Peel b K De Vass 9 8 Matthew Johns run out (Unsure) 0 9 Adam Pearson† run out (Unsure) 0 10 George York did not bat 11 Alex Rowden did not bat Extras 19 Total 131 Wickets 8 Overs 30 Mears Ashby CC - 2nd XI 1 Jamie Chamberlain lbw b Ned Wilson 6 2 Mike Gunasekara lbw b Ned Wilson 5 3 Stuart Gray ct George York b Philip Peel 3 4 Robert Payne b Ned Wilson 25 5 Jamie Burrows* b Ned Wilson 2 6 Antony Fragola b Matthew Johns 9 7 John Robinson b Ned Wilson 0 8 D Fernando ct George York b Matthew Johns 9 9 K De Vass not out 11 10 Adrian Burrows b Miles Knight 1 11 Shawn Dwyer b Miles Knight Extras 14 Total 85 Wickets all out Overs 24.3

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DIVISION TWO Overstone Park CC - 1st XI v St Crispin & Ryelands CC - 1st XI Saturday 13th June 2015 Score 112 for 9 (30 overs) ‘b’ 60 for 10 (18.4 overs) ‘t’ Points 30 4 Overstone Park CC - 1st XI 1 Matthew Sunter ct T Robotham b Chris Taylor 23 2 Jordan Capel b Jake Spencer 4 3 Vikesh Patel ct Tom Goodman b Martin Quenby 31 4 Hitesh Pate ct Tom Goodman b Chris Taylor 5 5 Charles Edwards b Martin Quenby 6 6 Guy Sunter b Chris Taylor 10 7 Kunal Patel* ct Kyle Smith b Matt Rowe 25 8 Christopher Simons b Martin Quenby 0 9 Sheel Patel ct Adam Smith b Matt Rowe 2 10 Daniel Thacker not out 2 11 Premal Patel not out 0 Extras 7 Total 112 Wickets 9 Overs 30 St Crispin & Ryelands CC - 1st XI 1 Tom Goodman† ct Vikesh Patel b Sheel Patel 3 2 Marcus Broome lbw b Guy Sunter 2 3 Mark Richardson ct Hitesh Patel b Sheel Patel 1 4 T Robotham ct Premal Patel b Guy Sunter 0 5 Kyle Smith b Sheel Patel 9 6 Jack Goodman lbw b Guy Sunter 8 7 Daniel Cooper not out 16 8 Martin Quenby* b Guy Sunter 0 9 Jake Spencer ct Hitesh Patel b Sheel Patel 1 10 Chris Taylor run out (Guy Sunter) 0 11 Matt Rowe b Premal Patel 9 Extras 11 Total 60 Wickets all out Overs 18.4

DIVISION TEN Old Wellingburians CC - OWCC - 2nd XI v Heyford CC - 2nd XI Saturday 13th June 2015 Score 144 for 8 (40 overs) ‘t’ 146 for 1 (29.1 overs) Points 2 26 Old Wellingburians CC - OWCC - 2nd XI 1 Parthiv Sheth* lbw b Chris Peck 17 2 Ravi Shastri ct Andy Baker b Chris Peck 5 3 Jaymesh Patel ct Andy Baker b Mark Hobbs 20 4 Nimesh Dave†

b David Baker 7 5 Anurag Bankley lbw b Mark Hobbs 23 6 Pritul Khagram not out 35 7 Chirag Joshi ct Rory Smallbone b Rhys Hopkins 1 8 Dharmesh Patel lbw b David Baker 17 9 Chetan Parekh run out (David Baker) 0 10 Ketan Joshi not out 5 11 Karthikeya Yogesh Mehta did not bat Extras 14 Total 144 Wickets 8 Overs 40 Heyford CC - 2nd XI 1 Andy Sharp lbw

b Chirag Joshi 45 2 Adam Linnell* not out 81 3 Sean Hopkins not out 6 4 Andy Baker† did not bat 5 Richard Marshall did not bat 6 Rory Smallbone did not bat 7 Mark Hobbs did not bat 8 Christopher Peck did not bat 9 David Baker did not bat 10 Jordan Smith did not bat 11 Rhys Hopkins did not bat Extras 14 Total 146 Wickets 1 Overs 29.1

DIVISION FOURTEEN Brixworth CC - 4th XI v Irthlingborough Town CC - 3rd XI Saturday 13th June 2015 Score 198 for 7 (45 overs) ‘b’ 199 for 4 (35.1 overs) ‘t’ Points 7 27 Brixworth CC - 4th XI 1 John Smorfitt* ct Harry Potkins b Ben Potkins 83 2 Ian Holmes ct Ben Potkins b Joshua Masters 1 3 Duncan Mitchell run out (Unsure) 23 4 Ellis Russell ct & b James Burns 2 5 Tom Goodwin ct Vince Thomas b Charlie Thomas 11 6 Alex Valentine not out 39 7 Martin Batchelor b Charlie Thomas 7 8 Matthew Cox b Charlie Thomas 3 9 Charlie Batchelor not out 13 10 Austin Major-Howard† did not bat 11 Joe Buck did not bat Extras 16 Total 198 Wickets 7 Overs 445 Irthlingborough Town CC - 3rd XI 1 Charlie Roberts ct Ellis Russell b John Smorfitt 41 2 Ben Potkins ct Ellis Russell b Charlie Batchelor 3 Steven Rush b Ian Holmes 0 4 Vince Thomas not out 90 5 Ryan Simpson ct Joe Buck b John Smorfitt 0 6 Brian Masters* not out 1 7 James Burns did not bat 8 Stuart Mathews did not bat 9 Charlie Thomas did not bat 10 Joshua Masters did not bat 11 Harry Potkins did not bat Extras 31 Total 199 Wickets 4 Overs 35.1

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POPPIES NEW FIRST TEAM MANAGER: Marcus Law

Onwards and upwards - Marcus’ Law

Kettering Town Football Club have confirmed that former manager Marcus Law has been named the club’s new First Team Manager.

The move has been mooted for a while and with the previous joint-management team of Scott Machin and Thomas Baillie moving on, fan’s favourite Law has filled the void.

Law, who spent the 2010-11 season at Rockingham Road, worked at Chasetown FC last season but left the club to take up his new appointment at Latimer Park this summer.

The Poppies chairman, Ritchie Jeune, was delighted with the appointment saying: “We’re glad to have been able to secure Marcus’ services as our First Team Manager.”

“Not only does he have the experience to meet the club’s first team aspirations but also has a proven track record with developing and fostering academy players and coaching staff, which was one of the key requirements set out by the board at the start of the process.”

“The board feel Marcus has the right balance to deliver within our demanding environment.”

New Poppies’ boss Marcus Law was particularly keen to get on board, knowing the qualities he can bring to the table after managing the club’s last ever season at Rockingham Road.

The new manager told the club’s official website: “I’m proud to be back amongst friends and colleagues of a club that is very close to my heart for numerous reasons, and can’t wait to be back in front of The Poppies heartbeat on Saturday afternoons.”

“I would like to take the opportunity to thank Chasetown FC for the opportunity they gave me, and their understanding of my position to rejoin the Kettering Town FC revolution !!”

Chairman Ritchie introduces new man Marcus and fields questions at Fans Forum New Kettering Town Football Club manager, Marcus Law meet the club’s supporters accompanied by club Chairman, Ritchie Jeune, Academy Director, Jason Thurland, and Football in the Community Chairman, Mike Cobb.

The Poppies hosted the Fans Forum in The Clubhouse at Latimer Park on Friday evening. Around 200 supporters turned out to put their questions to Jeune and Law. Law started off by stating the privilege he felt to be appointed the First Team Manager at the club and described a brief history of his management career.

The new manager quickly brushed away concerns of recent player movements away from Latimer Park by calmly insisting there was no need to panic, and that new player signings would

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Poppies Season Tickets 2015/16

Kettering Town FC is pleased to announce their season ticket prices for the new 2015/16 season which looks to reward the fantastic loyalty shown by the most dedicated of Kettering fans and attract new faces of all ages to Latimer Park.

The 2014/15 saw season ticket sales rise as the club embarked on their promotion hunt to the Southern Premier League. The club has stamped their intent for success again by appointing Marcus Law as their new manager as he excited supporters about their future in the club’s Fans

Forum, last Friday.

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The club is urging fans to visit the new season ticket application web page, http://tickets.ketteringtownfc. com to secure their season ticket for the 2015/16 season.

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be announced at the end of June.

Due to last season’s success of the club’s youth football section, Marcus Law, also expressed the importance of youth development at Kettering was one of his main reasons of returning to the Southern Premier League outfit.

Marcus’ final statements included the progression of of youth team players through the club’s system whilst stating that Kettering Town had grown into a community based club with no hidden agenda’s.

The evening ended with a satisfying round of applause from The Poppies faithful but the judging will begin on the 4th July, when Kettering Town travel to Oxford City to begin their preseason campaign. Reports Craig Turnbull. Picture Jim McAlwane

Corby Town boss Tommy Wright has been a busy man as he continues to put together his squad for the forthcoming Vanarama National League North campaign.

Defenders Kalern Thomas and Edi Appleton have become the latest members of last season’s squad to commit themselves for another year. Wright now has eight of his championship winners signed up and has also added two new faces.

First to arrive was Ashley Sammons, a goalscoring midfield player who appeared in the first team at Birmingham City at the age of 17 and was an impressive performer when playing against Corby last season for Redditch United.

The back four has also been strengthened by the return of Chris Carruthers.

A vastly experienced 32-year-old, Chris gained considerable Football League experience during spells

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with Northampton Town and Bristol Rovers and also played at the highest level of non-league football with Oxford United, York City and Gateshead.

He signed for Corby in June, 2013 and was a regular member of the team during the 2013/14 season when he scored 5 goals in 48 appearances, captained the team and was voted Players Player of the Year. Chris spent STEELMAN: Chris Carruthers last season with Brackley Town but is now back at Steel Park and will be a popular addition to the squad.

The latest capture is another experienced defender, Duane Courtney. A former Burnley first team player he has also appeared for Kidderminster Harriers, York City, Tamworth and Alfreton Town.

Three members of last season’s team, Stephan Morley, Shane Byrne and Wilson Carvalho have decided to move on while Jamie Anton has been released.

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