North Weald Village Life July 2015

Strengthening the Community

FREE North Weald Bassett Community Magazine

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Issue: 107 July 2015

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NORTH WEALD VILLAGE LIFE About North Weald Village Life

July – ok, now the panic really has set in – I think I must have slept through the first half of 2015 although I do not feel like I have. I have even seen countdowns to Christmas! No!

North Weald Village Life is an independent magazine and website, owned and published by a local resident who is dedicated to strengthening the local community, improving communication and promoting local businesses and suppliers to local residents.

My eldest daughter has now left secondary school in readiness to start studying for A Levels in September, my other daughter has now made the difficult choice of choosing her subjects to study for options which will of course affect her future choices and my youngest daughter only has a few weeks left at St Andrews school ready to start secondary school in September – big changes in the Peachey household.

Circulation The magazine is available free of charge monthly and is distributed from 20th of each month.

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Contact Details Telephone: 07814 863955 Email: june@northwealdvillagelife.co.uk Address: 49 York Essex CM16 6HU

Road,

North Weald,

I counted up and I have spent 11 years consecutively doing school runs to St Andrews, and as from September no school run – what will I do with my extra time? How will I catch up on the local gossip and chat with fellow mums? On the other hand, no standing around in the rain and cold in the mornings and afternoons waiting for them to go in and come out, now I like the sound of that.

I will miss St Andrews though, luckily I have friends with young children still at St Andrews so I will use these as an excuse to go along and join in events at the school. I have to reinforce our decision to send the girls to the local primary school, they enjoyed their school years, they like to go back and has even encouraged my eldest daughter to consider becoming a primary school teacher.

For our daughters to look back and remember their first years at school fondly, does reassure us that our choice of schools was definitely correct.

Andy, my husband and resident poet, has written a personal poem which can be found in this issue. This poem highlights a difficult choice he has had to make recently. As many will be aware Andy has worked at the Kings Head Garage for over 30 years, but his health and ongoing chronic wound on his arm has forced him to make a decision to no longer work there. He will remain a Director so will not be stepping away entirely, he couldn’t do that, but he will no longer be there on a daily basis or carrying out MOTs etc.

He has not given up though, some of you may be aware that in our ‘spare time’ we make by hand wooden plaques, signs, and home accessories and we have decided to focus our efforts into making this more of a business selling both online and locally. Our website is currently under construction so if you do get a chance sometime please check it out – www.woodendreams.co.uk.

The ‘Peachey girls’ team have entered for this year’s Race for Life event which will take place at North Weald airfield on the evening of Wednesday 15 th July.

Our team consists of myself, two of my daughters namely, Georgie and Beccy and of course Sarah, my sister in law – who many will know from the garage. As some readers will be aware, my mother is recovering from breast cancer and any money we raise to further the research to help more people to recover from this disease will be worthwhile. Our sponsorship form can be found on the desk at the Kings Head Garage, so please pop in and sponsor us.

Please be careful, there have been quite a few burglaries during the day targeting homes in the village. In most cases, the rear doors have been smashed, sometimes a heavy item in the garden has been used ie., a planter. If you see any unusual sightings or are worried, please ring 101.

Hope to see you around in the village, enjoying our summer weather.

Epping,

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June

Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken to ensure any data in this publication is accurate, neither the publisher nor it’s editorial contributors can accept and hereby disclaim, any liability to any party, or loss or damage caused by errors or resulting from negligence, accident or any other concerns. North Weald Village Life does not officially endorse any advertisement material included within this publication. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reported, stored in retrieval systems or transmitted in any form electronically. Mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without the permission of the publisher.

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JULY BRAIN TEASER —Win a bottle of wine                   

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Congratulations to Mrs Hough who won last months prize and will be celebrating with a bottle of wine. This month the lucky winner can also celebrate with a bottle of wine. To enter this month, please send your completed entry to July Brain Teaser, NWVL, 49 York Road, North Weald, Essex CM16 6HU’. Entries need to be received by 10th July 2015. Please ensure you put your name, address and telephone number on your entry so that I can telephone you if you are the lucky winner. Good Luck.

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Benefit fraudster sent to prison A local woman from York Road, North Weald has recently been handed a 16 month prison sentence for 12 counts of benefit fraud.

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The fraud lead to her being paid £48,176.70 from Epping Forest District Council and the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) which she was not entitled to. Half of the sentence will be served in prison with the remainder on licence.

At Chelmsford Crown Court on 5th May 2015, Nadine Pirincci of North Weald, pleaded guilty to: 7 offences relating to making false statements  4 offences of failing to notify of a change in circumstances  1 offence of producing or furnishing a false document to dishonestly claim benefits A jury trial was set to take place but Ms Pirincci changed her plea to guilty on the first day. Nadine Pirincci began claiming benefits in 2009 and told Epping Forest District Council and the DWP that she owned a property in Forest Gate. As she said the property was up for sale and provided documentation appearing to confirm this property was temporarily disregarded for benefit purposes as allowed for in the benefit regulations. When her claim was later reviewed she stated she no longer owned any property.

After carrying out some investigations the council discovered that the property in Forest Gate was taken off the market before Ms Pirincci claimed benefit, that she let it out throughout the period of her benefit claim and owned over £86,000 of equity in the property. Investigators also discovered that during her benefit claim Ms Pirincci received a divorce settlement of £67,000 which she concealed in her children’s bank accounts. In total Ms Pririncci held over £80,000 in undeclared bank accounts.

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Professional caring staff Extra large kennels, heating Door to Door collection and delivery service Export worldwide. Imports worldwide Quarantine Kennels & Cattery Pet accessories (www.dapperpets.co.uk) Grooming Parlour Kent’s Lane, North Weald, Essex CM16 6AX Tel No: 01992 522183/523499 Fax: 01992 522705

She was also paid for work which she did not declare and received a number of cash payments which she could not explain. The benefits obtained by Nadine Pirincci included Housing benefit and Council Tax benefit from Epping Forest District Council as well as income support and job seekers allowance from the DWP, amounting to £48,176.70 between 2009 and 2013. Ms Pirincci paid back the benefits she was not entitled to when her deceit was discovered and prosecution proceedings were commenced.

Councillor Syd Stavrou, Finance Portfolio holder at Epping Forest District Council said: ‘This is a blatant case of someone meaning to cheat the system. The defendant deliberately set out to deceive the council and the DWP from the beginning and continued to dishonestly claim benefits which she knew she was not entitled to, at the expense of the tax payer.

I am pleased the judge took a strong stance and awarded a tough sentence. I hope it will act as a deterrent to others and makes it clear that benefit fraud cannot be tolerated.’

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ENERGIZE KICKBOXING 07432 843128 www.energize-kickboxing.co.uk KIDS & ADULTS CLASSES £5.00 PER LESSON TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY EVENINGS HELD AT NORTH WEALD VILLAGE HALL

SPECIAL OFFER: TWO WEEKS FREE TRAINING £40.00 ONE OFF JOINING FEE AND FREE T SHIRT AND HAND WRAPS WHEN YOU JOIN FUN/FRIENDLY CLASSES TO SUIT ALL AGES AND FITNESS LEVELS

RACE 4 LIFE

Local Community Meeting held by Epping Neighbourhood Policing Team

Wednesday 15th July 2015

North Weald Airfield Starts at 7pm

1st July 2015 at 7.30pm.

North Weald Village Hall Everyone is welcome to come and discuss any local issues.

The Meeting will be run by Essex Police and Will be attended by the local Police Constable,Sergeant and Inspector.

The Ongar Ploughing Match

Thornwood Village Festival

Saturday 19th September 2015 9am—5pm

Sunday 28th June

Step back to the 1950’s or earlier

Thornwood Village Hall

See 50 + vintage tractors and horse teams ploughing Try your hand at ploughing a straight furrow on a tractor

Stalls, refreshments, events and this year it will feature a dog show

Bacon rolls early, Ploughmans at lunchtime, plus bar, plus raffle New House Farm, Leaden Roding, Ongar CM6 1RE (Junction of B184 & A1060)

Salute to the Few North Weald Airfield Community Day North Weald Airfield Sunday 12th July Great fun for all the family Entry £5 per person

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WORKING WOODLAND DAY Saturday 8th August 10am—4pm

Great fun for all the family Woodland activities and entertainment for all ages

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LOCAL EVENTS Date

Event

Time

Venue

Every Monday

Ballroom and Latin American Dancing Classes

8.15pm & 9.15pm

North Weald Village Hall. Beginners at 8.15 and intermediate at 9.15. Contact Debbie on 07872 427946.

Every Monday

Taoist Tai Chi

Epping Hall, St Johns Road, Epping. Tel: 01992 523854.

Every Tuesday

Baby & Toddler Group

10.30am — 12.30pm 1.15 – 2.45pm

Every Tuesday

Taoist Tai Chi

Every 1st Tuesday

Ongar Flower Club

7.30pm— 9pm 7.30pm

Every Wednesday

Treasure Baskets for under 1’s & their parents and carers

9.30— 10.30

Every 3rd Wednesday

Crib Evening

7.45pm

Every Thursday

Bingo

7.30pm

Every Thursday

Baby & Toddler Rhyme Time Sessions for under 5’s.

Saturday 27th June

Saturday Jazz

10.30am – 11.00am 3.00pm

Queens Hall, School Green Lane. Tel 01992 523854 for more information Zinc Arts Centre, High Road, Ongar. A floral art demonstration given by a qualified and experienced demonstrator. guests/visitors £4.50 members free. If you love flowers, why not come along?

North Weald Library. Baskets filled with treasures, everyday and natural things and safe to play with.

In partnership with Brambles Childrens Centre.

North Weald Village Hall Lounge.£3.00 entrance includes snacks, and the bar facility.

Wheelers Farm Gardens, 9 games for £4.00, Good money prizes available. All welcome (over the age of 18 years) North Weald Library. for under fives and their parents/carers.

Wednesday 1st July

North Weald WI

Wednesday 1st July

Queens Hall, School Green Lane. £2 per family (Term time only)

North Weald Village Hall. Tickets £8 on the door.

North Weald Village Hall. Speaker Mr David Padwick—talk is entitled ‘The Fifities’.

Community Policing Meeting

7.30— 10.00pm 7.30pm

Friday 3rd July

North Weald Jazz Evening

8.30pm

North Weald Village Hall. Tickets £8 on the door.

Saturday 11th July

Ploughmans Lunch

12—1pm

North Weald Village Hall

Sunday 12th July

Swing along with Dave & Maralyn. Songs from 30s, & 40s Salute to the Few— Community Fun Day

7.00pm— 9.30pm

North Weald Village Hall. Tickets £3

Monday 13th July

West Essex Flower Club

2.15pm

Wednesday 15th July

Race for Life

7pm

North Weald Village Hall. Annual Luncheon by ticket only but you can see Lee Berrill’s flower demonstration ‘Let’s Dance’ starting at 2.15. £4.50 on the door.

North Weald Airfield.

Saturday 18th July

North Weald Jazz Lunchtime

12.30

North Weald Village Hall. Tickets £8 on the door.

Saturday 8th August

Working Woodland Day

10 am— 4pm

Greenacres Burial Park, Kiln road, Fun for all the family.

Saturday 12th July

North Weald Village Hall. All welcome.

North Weald Airfield. £5 ticket entrance. Fun for everyone.

If you know of a local event, please let me know and I will include this in the events calendar and at www.northwealdvillagelife.co.uk.

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New minibus for VAEF Voluntary Action Epping Forest (VAEF) was delighted to be able to help support vulnerable and older people in the district when they took possession of a brand new minibus.

Chairman of Epping Forest District Council Councillor Tony Boyce handed over the keys to Jacqui Foile of VAEF outside the civic offices in Epping on 22 May 2015. The chairman raised £9,000 towards the minibus cost of £23,500.

The Volkswagen minibus has 16 seats, is fully accessible with a passenger lift and is wheelchair adapted. It will be used to take older residents who find it hard to get around to befriending clubs, on day trips and outings.

Jacqui Foile, Chief Officer at VAEF said: “Excursions are a lifeline for our district’s older and vulnerable residents. Investing in this much-needed minibus gives them the freedom to visit places and meet friends, something we all take for granted.”

“I’d like to thank Tony Boyce for his generous donation from fundraising during his year as Chairman and all the drivers and volunteers who donate their time for free.”

VAEF hosts a number of direct services for older people which include gardening, carers support, home safety, befriending and handyman.

Additional volunteer drivers would be very welcome, if you are interested please contact Maggie Gilchrist, Volunteer Coordinator, call 01992 564256 or visit www.vaef.org.uk.

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Parish council homes plan

opposes

North Weald Bassett Parish Council is objecting to plans for two houses behind Leader Lodge, Epping Road, North Weald.

The planning committee is opposing a planning application from De Vere Homes, which is redeveloping Leader Lodge, on the grounds of overdevelopment and the impact the homes would have on the setting of Roughtallys Wood which borders the site.

Councillor Terry Blanks told Monday’s planning committee meeting: “I’m unhappy about this. It seems to be pushing the boundaries especially removing a tree, upon which there is a Tree Preservation Order, to get a car in.”

Parish council co-opts two councillors

House Fire On 10th June, Essex Firefighters tackled a fire which had broken out in the roof of a large two storey house in Woodside. The fire started at around 7.30am.

Two new councillors have been co-opted onto North Weald Bassett Parish Council.

Former Hastingwood councillor Deborah Adams and Andy Tyler were welcomed at Monday’s meeting.

Five crews from Epping, Harlow, Waltham Abbey and Chelmsford were in attendance and the road was closed.

Chairman welcomes new Bishop

The incident commander reported that the roof space of the house (which measures 15 metres by 30 metres) was well alight and that the entire building is smoke logged.

On Tuesdays 16th June, Epping Forest District Council Chairman, Liz Webster, welcomed the newly elected Bishop of Barking to the Epping Forest district today on his ‘getting to know’ tour of his diocese.

The fire was extinguished just before 8.30am. Crews An investigation will be carried out to establish the cause of the fire.

The Right Reverend Peter Hill met senior members and officers from Epping Forest District Council at the civic offices in Epping as part of a 9-day diocesan tour.

The Right Reverend Peter Hill was consecrated at St Pauls Cathedral in London last year.

He is visiting churches, schools and places of interest in the Barking Episcopal Area. This area covers Barking, Dagenham, Epping Forest, Harlow, Uttlesford, Havering, Newham and Waltham Forest. It has an estimated population of 1,481,000 and 180 churches.

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Changes to Waste and recycling collection As all residents will be aware, there have been significant changes to the collection of waste and recycling.

The decision to award the 10 year contract to Biffa was made by Epping Forest District Council Cabinet on 19th May 2014. Following this, there followed a mobilisation period to ensure a smooth transition from the previous contractor and this was completed on the 4th November last year, when Biffa assumed responsibility for the service and the new service commenced on the 12th May this year. Biffa had operated the service successfully for 6 months prior to the introduction of their new fleet, new technology, and the 4 day collection schedule.

Unfortunately, as is now widely recognised, a number of problems have resulted since the 12th May, not all of which are directly linked to the introduction of the 4 day service. According to Epping Forest District Council, these include:    

IT failures affecting the in-cab technology that contains the new collection rounds and the supply of live information back to Biffa management and the council issues with the compactors on some of the new freighters not operating whilst the vehicles were in motion problems with safety sensors on the bin lifts faults with the on-board weighing equipment, that prevented the freighters from accepting the full pay load the need for the work force to familiarise themselves with new rounds and adapt to longer working days

Officers have been instructed to issue a reminder to residents of their collection day, mindful that the numerous catch-up collections Biffa have had to undertake has caused many people additional confusion.

Councillor Will Breare-Hall said in his statement: ‘Of course, not all the services that Biffa provides have been affected. The vast majority of collections are completed successfully, and street cleansing services have continued with little or no disruption, but a significant number of residents, located across the district, have endured some, sometimes severe, disruption and inconvenience. It is estimated that the number of missed collections over the initial 4 week period was around 15,000, out of a total of 432,000. To date, this has generated around 9,000 phone calls and 3,000 emails to the council’s customer contact centre.

The council’s officers and staff have been working tirelessly to help Biffa address all the issues, and to minimise the impact on residents. They have worked long hours, and in many cases over weekends, in often difficult circumstances.

I would like to thank each of them for all they continue to do on behalf of our residents. If effort alone were sufficient to solve the problems Biffa have encountered they would have been resolved a long time ago.

Biffa themselves have committed significant additional resources to dealing with the problems they have encountered, bringing in extra staff and vehicles and undertaking catch-up collections on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays. However, the problems are not yet resolved, and collections are still being missed, so, together with the Leader, Chief Executive and the Director of Neighbourhoods, I continue to put pressure on Biffa at all levels of the company.

At the Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting held on Tuesday of this week I asked that they undertake a thorough review of the implementation of the 4 day collection service, which I’m grateful to them for agreeing to do.

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Local community meeting—your chance to have a say.

There will be Local Community Meeting held by Epping Neighbourhood Policing Team on the 1st July 2015 at 7.30pm.

Everyone is welcome to come and discuss any local issues. Crime figures will be made available for the area and local priorities will be set for the next month.

Area Covered by the meeting are Abridge,Epping, Thornwood, North Weald, Coopersale, Theydon Bois, Stapleford Abbotts and surrounding Villages.

The Meeting will be run by Essex Police and Will be attended by the local Police Constable,Sergeant and Inspector.

EPPING FOREST BABY SHOW EPPING HALL 4th July 2015 9am—12.00 Cabinet meeting update At the recent Epping Forest District Council Cabinet meeting held on 11th June, Planning Portfolio Holder Richard Bassett brought a report to Cabinet on the designation of North Weald Bassett Neighbourhood Plan. He also asked Cabinet to agree the updated Local Development Scheme and consider future spending on the Local Plan. Council Leader Chris Whitbread stressed the importance of getting the process right and ensuring the final Local Plan is sound.

Housing Portfolio Holder David Stallan reported on housingrelated support charges to council tenants and private users of the Careline service. Councillor Stallan sought Cabinet approval to ask the Housing Select Committee to look at the merits of de-designating some council properties reserved for older people so that they can be let to younger tenants.

Subject to the support of residents, Cabinet also approved a proposal by Councillor Stallan to bring forward construction of the proposed Torrington Drive off-street parking scheme. Each of 64 households in the affected area of Torrington Drive would be offered a permit at a cost of £43 per year.

Cabinet went on to approve the final set of Standard Licensing Conditions for Holiday Caravan and Camping Sites in Epping Forest District proposed by Councillor Stallan.

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BASSETT BUSINESS CENTRE Hurricane Way (Opposite Bookers Cash & Carry)

We have a really nice small office available to rent which includes WiFi, a phone line and parking.

We can also offer the use of a meeting room for up to 8/10 people for tenants and non-tenants.

If you are not ready for premises ask about a “virtual office”.

Ring 01992 524111 for more details.

This years Photo category for the North Weald Horticultural show is “WITHIN THE WOODS” and “THE BEACH” These should be good for everyone most people have been in the woods and on the beach with the children or grandchildren.

So get your photos ready and more details will be found in the next issue.

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Broken Down/Misted Sealed Units Replaced Locks/Hinges Renewed Conservatories Cleaned/Repaired

Virtual parking permits come to Epping Forest From 2nd June 2015, the North Essex Parking Partnership (NEPP) is making it easier for Epping Forest’s residents to buy and renew resident and visitor parking permits by introducing virtual permits.

Using a secure online MiPermit account, residents will be able to set up their resident and visitor permits themselves and pay by credit/ debit card at any time. With a virtual permit in place, residents will no longer need to display paper permits or scratch cards, which will be phased out over the coming year.

The scheme has already been introduced in Colchester with 98% of the Borough’s resident permit holders now using the online system.

More recently the scheme has also been introduced in Uttlesford, Braintree and Tendring Districts where sign up to the system is growing. Virtual permits will be introduced in the remaining Partnership authority in the near future. For existing permit holders, their permit renewal reminders will explain the new system and outline how quick and easy it is to renew online through MiPermit.

Once registered, residents will be sent a PIN by text or email to use in the future when logging in to their online MiPermit account. The secure account allows residents to manage purchases and update details, and also buy virtual visitor permits through their MiPermit account too.

For those who are unable to register their own account, assisted transactions are available by speaking to a NEPP Officer on 01206 282316.

Cat & Dog Flaps Fitted Front Door Panels Renewed Handles Replaced Letter Plates Replaced Guttering Replaced/Cleaned Full Maintenance of UPVC & Aluminium

A Complete Service To All Windows & Doors FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTE CALL FREEPHONE 0800 917 2794 Or VISIT US AT www.homeglazingrepairservice.co.uk

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Councillor Robert Mitchell, Chairman of the North Essex Parking Partnership said: ‘We are really pleased to be able to offer virtual permits to residents in Epping Forest. It allows customers to access these services at their convenience, and as it’s more costeffective for us as an organisation, it helps keep permit prices stable.’ Councillor Gary Waller, Portfolio Holder for Safer, Greener & Transport at Epping Forest District Council commented: ‘˜This new facility makes is simpler and easier for residents of Epping Forest district to buy and renew their parking permits, once they have registered. It will also reduce costs and help to keep the prices of permits lower.’

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Summer care for your pets We are now in summer, and whilst we know how important it is to ensure our children are protected in the sun, we sometimes forget about our pets. Our animals can suffer from the same problems that humans do if they are exposed to the sun, including sunburn, overheating and dehydration.

The best prevention is to keep your pet indoors when the sun is strongest, between 11.00am and 3.00pm. Alternatively, cover vulnerable areas or regularly apply a non-toxic waterproof human sunblock or a product specifically for pets. Seek prompt veterinary advice if your dog or cat’s skin looks sore, crusty or scaly.

Here are some hints and tips to help you prevent harm from the sun:-

Cats     

Always ensure your cat has a shady area to retreat to on a warm day.

Cats are particularly prone to skin cancer so ensure you apply a high factor sun cream to their ear flaps.

Groom long haired cats regularly as they will shed their winter undercoat in time for summer to help keep them cool.

Change wet food and litter trays regularly to help keep flies away.

Encourage your cats to drink regularly by providing water in a variety of different vessels around the house.

Dogs Never leave your dog in a car, even with the windows open. During the warmer months a dog can die in a hot car in less than 20 minutes!  Avoid walking your dog in the hottest part of the day, between 12pm and 2pm.  Keep long haired dogs cooler by grooming them to get rid of excess hair and clip long haired dogs for the summer season. Do not shave their hair as this leaves the skin prone to sunburn.  If you give your dog treats in a Kong, why not freeze it overnight to provide your pet with a new challenge and a frozen snack! 

Small animals 

Position hutches and runs in the shade, moving them as necessary, and keep them off the ground to improve ventilation  The best runs have a covered area to provide shade and shelter  Water should be available around the clock and kept topped up – it will evaporate faster in hot weather  On a long journey, give your pet a piece of apple or celery to eat, for added moisture  Mist your rabbit with cool water to help them remain at a comfortable temperature  Make sure your rabbit or guinea pig has an area of shade, This can be provided by covering one end of the run with a towel.  If you have a long haired pet, check their bottom at least once a day to ensure it is clean and free from flystrike. Flies lay their eggs  In a pets dirty fur and the warm weather causes them to hatch, which can kill your pet.  Chop up some pieces of apple or celery and give your rabbits and guinea pigs some added moisture!

If you see any animal in a car on a warm day, call the RSPCA 24 hour national cruelty and advice line on 0300 1234 999 or the Police on 999.

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St Clare expands Hospice at Home service More people with terminal or life-limiting illnesses are being cared for at home by St Clare Hospice following the expansion of its Hospice at Home service.

The service is now available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and the Night Service, initially introduced in December to provide overnight support during the winter months, is also continuing.

In its first year after launching Hospice at Home in January 2014, the St Clare team provided hands-on, personal care for more than 300 patients in the final weeks of life or times of crisis, making over 1,600 face-to-face visits. Unnecessary hospital admission was avoided in 3 out of 4 cases. Also, the service has provided transition support when a patient can be discharged from hospital, but the necessary care is not yet in place.

With demand expected to continue to grow, St Clare aims to more than double the number benefitting from the service to 720 patients a year, caring for patients who are very near the end of their lives or who have symptoms that are difficult to control.

“We are celebrating 25 years of hospice care in West Essex this year and the vision has always been to enable people to remain at home, if they wish,” said St Clare Hospice chief executive Tanya Curry. “Working together with the commissioners and our health care partners, we are delighted to be moving a step closer towards our goal of providing high quality specialist palliative care at the right time, in the right place, for every family who needs it.”

Thornwood Village Festival Sunday 27th June 12.30 onwards Carnival, Beer Tent, BBQ, Tombola, stalls, Admission £1, Cihildren & OAP s Free

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LETTER

Dear Editor,

I read with great interest, the letter from “Cynical of North Weald” in the June issue of Village Life, regarding the litter problem in and around North Weald Bassett.

Whilst citing McDonald’s, it is to their credit and company policy, that the immediate area around the car park and restaurant is kept litter free.

The main problem with their litter is caused by customers who drive away from the restaurant and simply throw the cartons out of the car windows. There is little that McDonald’s or the Parish Council can do about this - it is a “people “ problem.

Moving to the parade of shops in North Weald. It is correct that the Coop do have their own litter bin which clearly is well used and in need of regular emptying.

Also the Parish Council does provide a larger litter bin on the green area near to the telephone box/seating area/ zebra crossing.

However it does seem to be a difficult task for certain individuals to walk to this bin and dispose of their wrappers.

Again, it is a “people” problem.

I must add that the green outside the shops is an embarrassment in terms of litter and cars parking on and destroying the grass verge and the Parish Council is looking to smarten up this area with a garden effect of shrubs and small bushes etc.

It should also be pointed out the Epping Forest District Council does provide a street cleaning service and North Weald is particularly fortunate in having Stephon Brown from this department attending to the High Road through North Weald.

Unfortunately, the car park area outside the parade of shops is private property and is not covered by this service.

I am sure that readers are also aware that Stephon was recently announced as joint winner of the Parish Council’s “Going the extra mile” Citizen of the Year award.

I would conclude by saying, there are not separate rules for takeaway premises in our Parish and we must look to the outlets concerned to provide the necessary facilities for litter disposal.

The “Keep North Weald Tidy” is a good suggestion and the Parish Council will look further into this.

In trying to keep North Weald litter free, you should be aware that one of our Parish Councillors organises a litter pick session on the first Saturday of every month from the Village Hall, and volunteers are more than welcome.

At the Parish Council, we would welcome “Cynical of North Weald” and any other residents who would like to discuss similar issues to come along to North Weald Library (Mon, Wed or Fri mornings) to give us their ideas.

Alan Buckley—Parish Councillor- - North Weald Bassett,

LETTER Editor, We have a recently restored the lovely country path Newhouse Lane, which is being totally spoilt by dog owners not clearing up after their animals!! I hope those responsible will read this and be ashamed and change their ways.

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Roll up Roll up show time is nearly upon us Air Britain the first of three major public events this year will open the doors at 0900 BST on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st of June. Admission is £10 per car and driver, £5 per extra passenger but under 16s go free and those buying a ticket on Saturday will be re-admitted free on presentation of the ticket on the Sunday.

This show provides an opportunity to see interesting aeroplanes at close quarters and there are various stalls but it is a fly-in not an air display so no aerobatics !

Next comes the NW Airfield Community Day on Sunday 12th of July. This year sub-titled “Salute to the Few” the event will commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain and there are to be displays by the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and several others with aircraft also on static display.

In addition there is to be the RAFA Parade with bands and a march past followed by the Sunset Ceremony.

Of course there is also entertainment other than the armed forces, fun for all the family, free rides, a gathering of classic vehicles, a community arena with stalls and displays and licensed bars and food.

Entry costs £5 per person and parking is free.

And then on August the 2nd The Squadron hosts “Nostalgair” a marvellous fly-in and static display of aeroplanes, drive-in and display of classic or interesting cars & motorcycles.

Apart from all that the daily activity is reflecting some not bad weather with visiting aircraft as well as our home based stalwarts keeping the tower occupied and ground crews busy.

The Squadron reports the arrival of a new Chef/Catering Manager- Billy Manning who is offering a revised menu and catering style.

They have also been pleased to welcome the bright red King Air 90 for which they are building a new hangar.

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New name for Retail Therapy The local and established salon which was launched in the village 8 years ago and has continually grown from strength to strength, providing a range of hairdressing and beauty skills to local ladies have decided to change their name to reflect the services they do offer and to avoid any confusion that may have arisen over the years.

The new name ‘Salon 35’ will appear on the newly painted exterior of the shop in the next few weeks. Katie, owner of the salon, said she had decided to change the name to ensure that ‘it was obvious to everybody that we are a hair and beauty salon’ and of course to highlight their success.

In addition to the change of name, two new members of the staff were employed some months ago.

Katie found her time and appointments was booked in advance and would have to turn people away from the salon which was frustrating, so Katie employed a new beautician and hairdressing specialist to ensure appointments were available for local people.

So if you have had trouble in the past getting an appointment, please try again.

Over the years, Katie who is still the owner and who launched the salon 8 years ago, became a mum herself nearly 3 years ago, and is dedicated to bring her family up and continue with the success of the salon. She is helped by grandparents, and So when you pass the salon in the next few weeks, please be assured Katie and her team will be working as usual whilst the name change is implemented.

Robberies during the day Over the last few weeks, houses in the village have been targeted by thieves during the day.

A burglary occurred in the Bridge View area of North Weald, on Thursday 21st May 2015 between the hours of 14:00 and 16:00 . Entry was gained to the property via the rear French doors.

Essex police are investigating an attempted burglary that occurred in Blenheim Square, North Weald on 1st June, between the time of 2pm to 6pm.

On 9th June, sometime between 2.30pm and 3.30pm, a home in the High Road was targeted.

If you have any information or see anything suspicious, please ring 101.

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Paper counterpart of driving licences no longer valid The paper counterpart to the photocard driving licence is no longer valid and stopped being issued by the DVLA yesterday (8 June). The move, which is part of the government’s pledge to reduce red tape, means that when employers need to check employees’ driving entitlements or endorsements, they can now consult online DVLA records directly, with the permission of the driver.

“Replacing the counterpart with an online service will save motorists money and reduce unnecessary red tape,” said transport minister Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon. “It will also benefit employers and vehicle hire companies. Relying on the counterpart meant relying on a potentially out of date piece of paper. Now, when the driver chooses to share it, those organisations will be able to see completely accurate information direct from the DVLA’s records. This will reduce their risk and improve road safety.”

To view their driving record, individuals can now go to the government website: https://www.gov.uk/view-driving-licence from there, it is possible to generate a check code, which drivers can pass on to employers where necessary. Employers can then redeem the check code.

New chairman elected On 28th May, at the Annual Council, Councillor Liz Webster was elected as Chairman of Epping Forest District Council and Councillor Jeane Lea as Vice-Chairman for the 2015/2016 year.

Councillor Liz Webster was nominated by Councillor Syd Stavrou as the new Chairman of Council. Liz Webster brings a highly distinguished record of service with Epping Forest District Council, Waltham Abbey Town Council, Essex County Council, the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority and other organisations.

Seconded by Councillor John Knapman, councillors voted unanimously to appoint Councillor Webster as the new Chairman. In his final words before relinquishing the chain of office, Councillor Boyce also thanked his wife Jan for her support during his year.

Councillor Webster’ first act as chairman was to announce that the Royal British Legion will be her charity for the next municipal year.

She expressed her deep gratitude to fellow councillors as the first Waltham Abbey Councillor to hold the role since her late-husband Don Spinks in 1992.

Councillor Jeane Lea is the new ViceChairman of Council. Described as another formidable Waltham Abbey lady

by Councillor Syd Stavrou, Councillor Lea’s nomination was seconded by Councillor Ann Mitchell.

Newly elected councillors Nigel Avey, Nigel Bedford, Lynn Hughes and Sam Kane were welcomed to the first meeting of Epping Forest District Council since the local elections in May. Mary Sartin for their guidance during a very successful municipal year.

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Watch watch out for those ticket touts As we head into summer, people are getting prepared for a jam-packed few months of festivals, sporting events, concerts and of course holidays! However,www.getsafeonline.org is urging consumers to be careful around this time of year in light of new figures from the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB) which reveal 33% of crime reports related to ticket fraud in 2014 happened in the months May, June and July. This is largely due to the number of UK festivals and high-profile concerts taking place during these months, giving ticket fraudsters far more opportunities to strike.

Despite the good news that overall levels of ticket fraud have dipped 11% since 2013, a staggering total of £3.35 million was still lost to ticket fraud in 2014, with victims losing on average £250 each.Tthere was a 6% rise in teenagers being targeted by ticket scams, going hand in hand with an increase of social media sites being used by suspects to facilitate ticket fraud.

For the sport-lovers out there, ticket fraud relating to sporting events saw an 8% increase in 2014 compared to 2013. This can be put down to mass-scale events like the Fifa World Cup in Brazil and the Commonwealth Games, meaning more opportunities for people to buy tickets from the wrong hands.

Get Safe Online recommends the following tips to make sure you’re safe online:  Buy tickets only from the venue box office, promoter, official agent or reputable ticket exchange sites  Remember that paying by credit card offers greater protection  Double check all details of your ticket purchase before confirming payment  Do not reply to unsolicited emails from sellers you don’t recognise  Before entering payment card details on a website, ensure that the link is secure,

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In the event that you choose to buy tickets from an individual (for example on eBay), never transfer the money directly into their bank account but use a secure payment site such as PayPal, where money is transferred between two electronic accounts Check sellers’ privacy policy and returns policy Always log out of sites into which you have logged in or registered details. Keep receipts Check credit card and bank statements carefully after ticket purchase to ensure that the correct amount has been debited, Ensure you have effective and updated internet security software and firewall running before you go online

If you think you have been a victim of fraud you should report it to Action Fraud, the UK’s national fraud reporting centre by calling 0300 123 20 40 or by visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk. For further advice on how to stay safe online go to www.GetSafeOnline.org.

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ART NURSERY GARDEN CENTRE Your local garden Centre North Weald ‘s Hidden Secret Family Run Bring in your empty tubs & baskets now ready for Summer displays Summer bedding plants

Large selection of basket plants

Geraniums

Fruit trees, shrubs & perennials

Trees

Terracotta & glazed pots Large selection of vegetable plants & seeds

Home made snacks, cakes & soups Wide range of coffees always available (Open weds to Sun 10.30am—4pm)

TELEPHONE 01992 523346 Vicarage Lane West, North Weald CM16 6AL (On the same road as St Andrews Church)

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Gardening Hints I can’t believe we are rushing towards July already, where has the year gone? It’s true as you get older the years definitely rush by.

In the garden, I have found the conditions this year quite challenging. The main reason for this is the wind, but also it’s been below average temperatures at night and often during the day. Having said that - many roses have benefited from the lower temperatures and are thriving. My roses are particularly good along with many of the perennials, all with strong growth and many flowers.

In the vegetable patch the first early potatoes should now be ready to harvest, nothing tastes better than freshly dug and cooked early spuds with a sprig of mint and knob of butter.

Keep tomato plants staked and tied and remove all side shoots to encourage heavy fruiting, and keep evenly watered to prevent drying out. If tomato’s dry out too frequently, it will cause the fruit to split and also could cause blossom end rot. This is when a small black spot forms at the base of the fruit often causing it to drop off continue to sow a succession of salad plants.

At this time of the year all hanging baskets, tubs and pots need to be watered everyday, even if it rains. Avoid watering and spraying the leaves and flowers instead direct the hose or watering can onto the soil. This will make sure they are watered properly and prevent the possibility of scorching if the plants are very dry. It’s worthwhile to begin feeding all containerised plants to keep them looking healthy, liquid concentrate tomato feed is great for all flowers and fruiting plants, I recommend at least once week. Continue to dead head all plants to encourage further flowering.

If you feel your hanging baskets are getting a bit leggy, don’t be afraid to trim them back, it will do no harm and it will make for a more compact baskets with more flowers in a couple of weeks.

As this is definitely my favourite time of year in the garden, take time to sit down, relax and enjoy the sights, smells and sounds all around you with a nice drink of your choice. Mine as always on a warm summer’s evening is a cold beer. Cheers!

P.S. I would like to thank all the very many local people for their continued support at the garden centre, for that I am extremely grateful.

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EASTER HOLIDAY LOCAL ACTIVITIES

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CHURCH CHAT St Andrews Church It’s a funny thing, but there’s a real misconception in our society about “religion”. I often hear people say, “well, I’m not very religious” (meaning usually that they don’t go to church and maybe feel that, in front of the vicar, they should be embarrassed about it-they shouldn’t be!). We read lots of stuff in our newspapers, and on the internet, about whether “religion” is a good thing.

This is especially true when we’re talking in a more negative way – “should we keep religion out of politics?”

“Does religion promote violence?” and so on.

But, as I said, I think this is a misconception, and a modern one at that: at least in the historical sense of “modern” meaning coming from the last 250 years. Because to talk of “religion” suggests a thing, something that can be analysed and measured, say like “weather” or “wealth.” Or maybe it suggests an activity, that you can take up or set aside as the mood takes you – like you might with, say, dancing or going to watch the local football team. But the Christian should really prefer to talk about our faith, the act of following Jesus Christ throughout our lives, to wherever we think and pray that God wants us to go. And yes, it’s true that there are “professors of religion” and indeed clever folk who sit and write enormous books about Jesus, or even more enormous books about the Bible. But if this is about “religion” , then it’s not really connected with what we at St Andrew’s seek to do, week by week. We don’t meet because we like “religion” - we meet to praise God, to pray and to try and support each other in our lives of faith.

And, as the parish church, one of the things we seek to do is to serve the local community and to pray for everyone in need. Our physical resources to solve peoples’ problems may be limited, but our belief is unlimited in God’s love to strengthen and guide anyone who calls on his help. So we’re seeking to start a new initiative where every week we will pray specially for those living in certain streets or roads in North Weald, Thornwood and Hastingwood. We will, with the editors’ blessing, announce in this magazine which streets are being prayed for, and we would invite anyone with particular needs or concerns in those streets, who would like to be prayed for, to contact us.

There’ll be more on this hopefully next month, but in the meantime please contact me if you would like to be prayed for. My email address is jwerodley@yahoo.co.uk, and phone number is 01279 451065.

With best wishes to you all, Fr James

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Ready, Steady, Cook!

Children and young people from Accuro Saturday Play Club based at Dame Bradbury’s School, Saffron Walden, became Mini Masterchefs. Everyone donned chef's hats and jackets before chopping, cutting, mixing, cooking, boiling, frying, stirring and then eating their culinary efforts.

Emma Brooke, who runs Mini Masterchefs Cookery School, said: "We had a most enjoyable day cooking with the children from Accuro. All the children embraced the cooking with such zest and enthusiasm and loved being chefs for the day!"

Accuro is a West Essex based charity established 30 years ago by local parents of children with a disability who were keen to see a better future for their children. The charity has grown steadily over the years and now provides a range of services for local children, young people and adults with a disability and their families. Accuro greatly appreciates the support it receives from the communities in which it operates and welcomes offers of support and assistance from local groups and individuals.

To find out more about the services offered by Accuro and ways to support the vibrant and valuable local charity, visit Accuro website at www.accuro.org.uk, email enquiries@accuro.org.uk or ring 01279 433667.

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EASY PEASY STRAWBERRY ICE CREAM RECIPE NGREDIENTS 600g strawberries, hulled and sliced 600ml double cream 280g caster sugar METHOD 1. Put the strawberries in a food processor and blend to a purée.

2. Tip the purée into a mixing bowl. Stir in the cream and sugar, then whisk until well blended.

3. Pour the mixture into an ice cream machine. Chill according to the manufacturer's instructions.

4. Pour into a freezer-proof container, cover the surface with cling film and freeze until hard.

Race for Life As some readers are aware this year’s Race for Life event will be held on Wednesday 15th July and is being held at North Weald Airfield. The event startts at 7.00pm, but there is lots of fun and exercise to be enjoyed (!) before the event. The Race for Life raises essential funds for Cancer Research UK. This year our ’Peachey Girls’ group includes myself, Sarah (my sister-in-law from Peachey Garages), my two daughters namely Georgie and Beccy . Please sponsor us, you can easily complete the sponsorship form which can be found at the Kings Head Garage.

If you have never taken part in a Race for Life event, then come along and see for yourself on the evening. There is a real community spirit as everybody has the same common goal.

The Race itself goes around the Airfield and is 5k long. You don’t have to run, you can walk or even dance along the course. It is open to ladies and girls of all ages and abilities.

Some advice I have picked up from previous years include:

Wear trainers that are comfortable and have been worn before, please do not wear new trainers on the evening.

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Take a bottle of water and my special hint is to take some tic tacs—they really help.

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Check the weather forecast on the day we have taken part in this event six times before, and we have walked in rain, wind and blistering sunshine and it is always held in July.

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Make sure you have safety pins available on the day, to pin on your number and special message.

Good luck to everybody and see you there.

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Letting Go It is with a very heavy heart and a tear in my eye that I have to say, That after 30 years of working at the Kings Head Garage due to ill health I must call it a day.

Now some of you may know that I was diagnosed with an illness that I’ve battled with for the last 19 years.

With the horrible fact that one day it would finally dictate how I lived my life - one of my biggest fears.

Well unfortunately for me that day has finally come, As to carry on would undo any good all the drugs might have done.

Even despite knowing this, the decision was incredibly difficult and sad, To be honest it was one of the hardest ones I’ve ever really had.

For I have so many memories of things and people that through the years I’ve come to know, That it’s such a very difficult decision to finally be able to let it all go.

So with all that in mind, I’d just like to thank everyone both old and new, Who simply allowed working at the garage to be such a fantastic and memorable thing for me to do.

I will always have those memories and therefore huge village ties, To be honest just writing this brings so many happy tears to my eyes.

Though my wonderful sister, Sarah, is still firmly at the helm, Keeping me and of course my dad always a part of that relm.

Thank you once again for thirty years of my life that I would never change, As I find the thought of a new chapter without the garage so very strange.

Although you’ll probably see me around I hope, from time to time, If not in the flesh, then hopefully in this magazine through the medium of rhyme.

Source: Andy – resident poet. It was a hard decision but Andy retains his directorship of the garage and we are building up the ‘Wooden Dreams’ business consisting of handmade plaques, and home accessories.

Man robbed at lunchtime in Epping High Street On the afternoon of Tuesday 16th June, a man was threatened by two men , one of whom had a knife and ordered him to hand over a bag containing money.

The man was from Ilford and in his 20s and had been on his way to the bank to deposit the four figure sum. He was unhurt but shaken.

The robbery took place in broad daylight on the junction with Crows Road which is busy especially at lunchtime when it happened.

The two robbers than ran off with the bag. Police carried out a search of the area with the aid of the Police Helicopter.

The two men were described as being Asian and aged in their late teens.

One was wearing a heavy hooded coat with a label on the left side, blue denim jeans and a baseball cap.

The second man was wearing a black padded hooded coat and blue denim jeans.

If anyone has any information about either incident should contact 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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Essex Police Summer Anti-Drink and Drug Driving Campaign Underway Help us to keep the roads safe – that’s the plea from Essex Police as we launch our Summer Anti-Drink and Drug Driving Campaign.

Essex Police officers will be cracking down on drivers who get behind the wheel under the influence of alcohol or drugs, but this year they are also asking residents to do their bit to help reduce collisions and casualties on the roads of Essex.

They are asking members of the public to tell us about people who regularly drink and drug drive via crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers. As some of you may know, Crimestoppers is completely independent and anyone who makes contact, either by phone or via an online form, won’t have to give their name or any other personal details. Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111.

This year’s campaign runs between Monday, 1st June and Tuesday,30th June 2015. Essex Police deals with drink and drug driving robustly 365 days a year but will be patrolling towns with bustling night time economies as well as rural areas where some drivers believe they have less chance of getting caught As well as breath tests, officers will be using new drug testing kits to detect illegal drugs including cannabis and cocaine following the introduction of new legislation in March this year.

The new rules run alongside an existing law under which it is an offence to drive when impaired by any drug. The new regulations set low levels for eight illegal drugs and much higher ones for prescription drugs. Drivers using prescription drugs within recommended doses will not be penalised.

Adam Pipe, Casualty Reduction Manager, is heading up the campaign. He said: “This summer will be the first campaign with new drug -testing kits to detect cannabis and cocaine as well as breathalysers to measure alcohol levels. We are better equipped than ever and officers will continue to crack down on irresponsible drivers who get behind the wheel under the influence, but we need the public’s help. We’re asking residents to take some responsibility for the safety of their community and tell us about people who put the lives of innocent road users at risk by driving drunk or high on drugs.

“Anyone with information can call Essex Police any time of day or night on 101. However we understand there are some people who would rather not speak to police and would prefer to remain anonymous so we’re encouraging them to contact Crimestoppers. Information received will then be passed to my team to act on.

“Crimestoppers only want to know what you know, not who you are. You won’t have to give your personal details, make any kind of statement or go to court. My officers work tirelessly 24 hours a day 365 days a year to keep the roads of Essex safe but we need your help. Please don’t put lives at risk this Summer, please do the right thing and call Essex Police or Crimestoppers.

“Please don’t forgot that you need to dial 999 in an emergency if you know someone is drunk and see them getting behind the wheel of a vehicle.”

Ann Scott, Eastern Regional Manager for Crimestoppers, said: “Some people may have information about a regular drink driver but feel uncomfortable going directly to the police especially if they are a neighbour, family member or friend. There is a safe alternative in passing information to the independent charity Crimestoppers.

“We take this information 100% anonymously. We never ask for the caller’s name or any personal details, we do not trace or record our calls and those giving information do not have to give a statement to the police or go to court. Nobody will know you called. In the 25 years plus we have been running, our charity has never broken its promise of anonymity. By telling us about someone who regularly drinks alcohol and drives you could be saving someone’s life.”

The penalties for drug driving are the same as for drink driving. If you are convicted you will receive a minimum 12-month driving ban, a criminal record, a fine or up to six months in prison or both.

A total of 40 drivers have been arrested so far as part of this campaign. 385 drivers have been breathalysed and 36 were found to be over the limit or refused or failed to provide a sample. 40 drivers were drug tested and four arrested as a result.

Drink and drug driving risks and ruins lives. Do you know someone who regularly drink or drug drives? Call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously. No one will know you called To give information about someone who regularly drives under the influence of drink or drugs, call Essex Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. You can also pass information to Crimestoppers via an online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org In the event of an emergency or if drink driving is in progress, call 999.

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Scuba diving, music and dancing— Disability Awareness Day Disability Awareness Day (DAD) is the biggest non-profit disability exhibition led by volunteers in the UK. The day aims to raise awareness to the voluntary, statutory and private services available to people with disabilities. Having this knowledge will allow people to be more independent.

Other ways to promote independence will involve putting forward equipment and showing what disabled people are capable of achieving in fields like sports, arts and entertainment.

DAD has so far received a Queen's Award for Voluntary Services and believes that real and positive changes are being made in peoples attitudes toward disabled members of society. When the organisation first started out they were even told that their vision couldn't be realised ... and now it has been!

The event is now in its 24th year - what an achievement! This year there will be loads of exhibitors again to help provide support via equipment, training and lots more ways.

Not only that there will also be information to point you in the direction of local sports and leisure clubs you can join.

Copped Hall Gardens Open Gardens, Sunday 5th July 2-4pm, £5 /Friends & children free

Aside from the 28,000 visitors that attend on the day, around 5000 people attend the activities on the week leading up to the day too. For more information check out the official Disability Awareness Day website—http://www.national-awarenessdays.com.

Race For Life It’s Race for Life once again as all you girls deserve Such a huge round of applause, As you all strive to achieve So much money for such a great cause.

Some of you will run it, Though it’s no shame if you walk, Some of you find it less painful if, as you go round, You have someone with whom you can talk.

However you do it, you must feel so proud Of the achievements you’ve made, For you are helping so many battling With the poor hand that god gave.

Maybe a cure won’t happen tomorrow Or even the next day, But with the help that you’ve all given Its definitely helped it on its way.

So well done to you all As I hope all those blisters heal fast, While you all bask in the knowledge you are part of a legacy that’s great, Repercussions are so amazingly vast.

Source: Andy – resident poet.

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Ongar Flower Club With the wind blowing us all along, we all arrived for our June Ongar Flower Club gathering of flower arranging delights as we welcomed back Claire Perrin for her demonstration entitled "The Language of Flowers". Back in Victorian times flowers were used to convey messages.... how pure and innocent it sounds to us today with our texting, emails and social media... but Claire reminded us how not so long ago, really, to express feelings and convey messages was not so easy.

The first design was based on Queen Victoria's wedding bouquet which was, at the time, broke with tradition and took the form of a Biedermeier posy. Prince Albert being German, she decided to adopt the German style of a round shape of concentric circles of flowers, with a white lace trim.

We all know the red rose symbolises love, so of course this was the central flower, with alstromeria representing devotion and loyalty forming the first circle. A further cicle of red roses came next, then one of white santinis which represents cheerfulness through adversity. Peach coloured germinis came next which toned well with the roses and the finished posy would have delighted any bride.

With the Victorians being the ones who really developed the idea of saying things with flowers, we continued with a Victorian style table centre. The base was made from a 10 inch wreath ring which Claire greened up with various ferns which the Victorians loved, and which represent friendship and fidelity. Ferns were new to this country and they felt they looked exotic and exciting, and they did provide texture and colour contrast. Placing a tall, clear glass lily vase in the centre of the ring, she taped on (with clear pot tape) a small block of foam to the top, and greened it up like the base. After adding white santini chrysanths for purity, then alstro, creamy roses and germini. this was a design fit for any wedding.

I would say at this point the Ongar Flower Club is now the proud owner of a new micophone system and Claire was our first demonstrator to use it. Our thanks to all the committee members who have contributed to its arrival, and specially to Dee for actually ordering it and getting to know the ropes! On we go to the third design... a complete contrast! A contemporary one, conveying true love. And the flowers used? Red roses, of course. The variety used this time was Hot Blood, a smallish, compact flat headed rose which had been well conditioned so the lucky winner of this one knew it would last (and how lucky she was.... it included the lovely red basket it was in, plus the large, red, heart which surrounded the design).

The fourth design was entitled Summer Cup Cake - imagine a giant cupcake, in a pink cakecase, made of beautiful pink flowers. Using pale mauve veronica, Tom Thumb pit and delightful sugarpink spray roses, it looked a picture, and when finished, standing on a glass cakestand looked like Summer itself. While we clapped our appreciation, Claire produced a miniature version of it to stand on a smaller cakestand alongside. And with the spray roses denoting friendship, grace and admiration, what a lovely gift they would make.

Now the fifth design was really modern, really contemporary, which started with a large goldfish-bowl vase with steel grass and white medalina wound round the inside. Placed on top was a same-sized sphere made of tape-covered wire and white medalina, and through the meshing Claire placed asparagus grass. In the centre, she slotted a bunch of steel grass and the crowning touch, she added some beautiful white cala lilies. With white germinis slotted through as well, it made quite an impact.... and the meaning? The lilies portray magnificent beauty.

The final design Claire created for us was in a bronze, flat sided container, quite large, with a full block of oasis in the top. Placing three stems of stripped, twisty willow in the centre, she covered the oasis with a few large fatsia leaves. Using what is commonly known as red robin, the bronzy tinge on the leaves toned beautifully with the vase. Some japonica provided an upright line and then Claire added flowers which denote appreciation and admiration...sunflowers. Very apt as we all applauded our appreciation and admiration for what had been a very enjoyable floral evening.

If you like flowers why not come along and see for yourself some of these delightful designs I try to describe every month?? Our next meeting is Tuesday 7th July when Kathy Stangaard will demonstrate "Inspirations". And while you have your diary out, 4th August we will have Felicity Hall with us whose theme will be "Constance Spry". We are a friendly group who would love you to join them. 7.30pm Zinc Arts Centre, Ongar. Jenny Stone 899727 Page 34

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Help shape the future in the fire and rescue service's biggest ever consultation Residents are being urged to have their say in the future redesign of Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS), through a 12 week consultation that starts Monday 15th June and ends on Sunday 6th September.

The consultation process, the main element of the Fire Authority’s Integrated Risk Management Plan (IRMP), aims to address several key issues impacting on the fire service such as the declining number of call-outs and the need to increase the focus on preventing fires and emergencies from happening.

It will also look at major issues such as response times, and the ambitious target of having a working smoke alarm in every Essex home.

Acting Chief Fire Officer Adam Eckley said: “This is an opportunity for everyone to have a say in the future shape of ECFRS. We want all residents and businesses to have a look at the plan and let us know what you think.

“It is clear that the best way to keep people safe from fires and other emergencies is to stop them occurring in the first place. We’ve enjoyed great success in doing so, and we are proud of our record – the number of emergencies we attend has reduced by half in the past 10 years to around 13,500. All this against a backdrop of spending reductions and a growing, ageing, diversifying population.

“As a result of this success, we face a future which will be characterised by changes to the nature of the operational demands on our Service, alongside decreased funding. But we need to ensure that as a Service we remain sustainable into the future. We will become protection and prevention focussed, but we will always have a strong response element to fires and emergencies.”

The consultation exercise is in two parts, with the initial 12-week period asking eight key questions on the Service, along with opportunities for residents to have their say on any aspect of the plan. The results of the first consultation will inform the development of a set of options for change, which will then be consulted on in the second stage.

Please go to www.essex-fire.gov.uk to find out more and to complete the online survey.

ONGAR PHOTOGRAPHIC CLUB UPDATE The final club meeting for the 2014/2015 season was the Mono competition judging also the clubs assignment.

Set subjects for the assignment, to be taken throughout the club year were, “In the forest”, “A view of Essex”, “At work, rest or play”, “World in motion” and “The monochrome Street”. The winner this year was Daniel Beecroft CPAGB. Improvers section in monochrome competition was – “Horse Risers on the beach” by David Kerwin.

Advanced section monochrome winner was – “Leaving the Mosque” by Pauline Benbrook LRPS. Our judge for the evening Mr. Colin Strong LRPS. CPAGB. There will not be any club meetings until September but Pauline and Bill from Ongar Photographic Club will be at Toothill Show with a presentation from the club.

Why not come along and see what the club has to offer.

For any further information please contact Lynn 01277 362991 or checkout the website at www.ongarphotographicclub.co.uk the clubs flickr or twitter page.

Photo: “Liverpool Street Station” by Stephen Birch CPAGB.

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War It’s 75 years since the Battle of Britain in which our airfield played such an important part, With celebrations to commemorate the courage of so many men and women to whom we are so indebted being just the start.

As we as a nation convey such gratitude for all the sacrifices so many once gave, For so many paid the ultimate price though all were so brave.

With from our very own airfield, a select young and humble few, Fought in such horrible battles in the skies as they flew.

What is sad is that so many veterans are now gone and with them their stories too, Important stories and lessons that today’s youth would benefit from if they knew.

So then maybe those atrocities that those conflicts caused may never happen again, Proving that all those brave men and women did not die in vain.

While we keep remembering what all the suffering was for, In the hope future generations would never be foolish enough to go back to war.

Then maybe these memories of 75 years of all those who served and those that have sadly deceased, May also be the celebrations of 75 years of a continuous World peace!

Source: Andy—resident poet. This was influenced by the forthcoming event on 12th July on the Airfield.

Summer Holidays are approaching—Book your kids summer activities now With school holidays fast approaching, Epping Forest District Council have informed us that you will find lots of exciting things to do throughout the school holidays. There’s a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, children’s theatre and multisport activity sessions.

The Epping Forest Inclusion Project runs a number of sessions and activities for children and young people with additional needs.

You can book your activities in 3 easy steps: 1. Choose the activities you’d like your kids to attend by visiting the Epping Forest District Council website and downloading their Read our summer activities brochure 2015 (pdf 1.26MB) 2. Book and pay for the activities online at www.eppingforestdc.gov.uk or call 01992 564226 from 1 July 3. Add the dates to your diary Some of the activities taking place, include:Activity Camp:- Activity Camp is the new playschemes programme from Epping Forest District Council. Each day of the Activity Camp is jam packed with sports, arts, dance and drama activities that will keep young children smiling and having fun all day long. .

Play in the Forest:- Play in the Forest is all about playing games and having fun in the forest. Play Rangers will bring along a wide range of equipment and activities for children and young people to enjoy and will help them explore the forest. Activities will include den building, nature trails and woodland arts and crafts.

Play in the Park is all about playing games and having fun outdoors. Play Rangers will bring along a wide range of equipment for children and young people to enjoy and will help organise games. Space Hoppers, flying saucers, cricket, football, art & crafts … endless fun.

Councillor Helen Kane, Leisure and Community Services Portfolio Holder said: ‘Don’t let your kids get bored this summer! Our summer activities brochure is packed full of fun and exciting ideas. ‘Give your kids the opportunity to learn new skills and make new friends … book now and celebrate the summer!’

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BIRD FEATURE - JULY 2015 Welcome to the report for July. Summer is well under way and hopefully there will be the right balance of lovely sunny weather with just enough rainfall to keep all of the gardeners, allotment holders and farmers happy.

It has been a mixed bag so far this spring / summer, almost chilly on a few days. Too many cool and windy days can have an ad verse effect on the breeding season but I have seen quite a few fledglings at various places around the village, mostly the commoner birds such as Blue Tits, Robins and Starlings. My personal highlight was seeing three very young Willow Warblers which were huddled together in the thick of a hawthorn bush, their presence only betrayed by a very faint call. Once I realised they were there I moved away and the adult bird very quickly appeared close by. This is actually the first time I have ever seen fledgling Willow Warblers.

Hopefully they will all survive to make the migration to Africa later in the summer. They will certainly have to do some eating between now and then if they are going to have the energy and strength to undertake the journey.

I imagine that a few of you watched the recent Springwatch programmes from Minsmere which were on BBC2. Part of the coverage highlighted the dangers that nestlings and fledglings face. In addition to various mammals and birds which predate young birds there was also footage of snakes hunting around nests. These things are going on throughout the countryside and there will have been many such dramas played out in various habitats around the North Weald area but of course we actually witness very few of these incidents. The priority for young birds is to find good cover and to get flying as soon as they can. Many of course will not make it but most species lay enough eggs to allow for the high mortality rate and in most years sufficient individuals survive to keep the species going.

Most of the fledglings go undetected as they quickly disperse and it is generally the common species that frequent gardens etc that we get to see. Probably the most obvious is the Starling as (a) they increasingly form flocks as the summer progresses and (b) the juveniles are browner than the adults and readily told apart. By autumn we could well have a few flocks roaming the village area and I have previously seen one or two groups of at least 100 birds swirling around our area.

The Starling is still very common although numbers have been declining. This is one of our European species that has been doing very well over in America. They were introduced in the USA in 1890 and 1891 when the first birds were released in Central Park. This was inspired by a man called Eugene Schieffelin who was a member of the American Acclimatization Society and who actually wanted to have every different bird mentioned in Shakespeare's plays living in America. As there are apparently 600 plus birds mentioned in his plays then this would have been a monumental task. As it is the Starlings thrived and now number in excess of 200 million in the States where they have long been regarded as a pest species. House Sparrows had been released in America by the early 1850s and this species, too, has thrived - again, becoming a pest species. They are examples of what are called invasive species which are introduced by man and go on to become detrimental to the well being of native wildlife.

At the time of these releases there was a conscious effort by naturalists and scientists to 'exchange' wildlife between continents. So we would give other parts of the world one species (e.g. Starling) and take one of their native species (e.g. Canada Goose) and so on and so forth. Of course people subsequently realised that this practice was actually harmful to native fauna and flora and this apparent attempt to globalize nature fizzled out.

Some relatively familiar birds in our area are not native to the British Isles - the Pheasant, Little Owl, Canada Goose and Red legged Partridge were introduced to the UK and have generally flourished. Other species spread naturally. The Collared Dove expanded into western Europe at a phenomenal rate and we have seen the advance of Little Egrets in UK as our weather has generally become that bit warmer.

Anyway, back to local sightings. I mentioned in the last report that Blackcaps have been much in evidence and I have continued to see and hear them throughout the village. There has also been further Cuckoo activity although I personally last heard one in the first week of June. I will keep a look out as we go into July and of course it would be good to spot a young Cuckoo, even though this means the young of another species will have perished. There have been reasonable numbers of Swallows and House Martins but Swifts have again been a bit thin on the ground (or in the sky !!!) apart from on days where rain is threatened as they tend to chase after swarms of insects which fly in advance of the rain clouds.

One bird that we don't get to see in the village itself but that is fairly common in the quieter lanes going towards Moreton / Bobbingworth is the Yellowhammer. The male of this species is a handsome shade of yellow mixed with browner plumage and will often sing in full view from on top of a bush or on a telegraph wire. The song has been described as "A little bit of bread and no cheese" with the "cheese" drawn out at the end of the phrase.

I can't believe it was twelve months ago, but casting ones mind back to last year, of course we had the Tour de France visiting the village in July and you may recall I listed a few French names for some of our more familiar birds. One of my favourites was Chardonneret elegant which is their name for the Goldfinch. Another interesting one was the Chiffchaff which is a Pouillot veloce - veloce apparently being a musical term for rapid notes, which fits the Chiffchaff to a tee.

Finally I see that the Rougegorge familier has been voted the UK's official national bird - that's the Robin in English. A worthy winner and probably has been the 'unofficial' choice for many years.

Enjoy any walks you have around our countryside and hopefully you will get to see some interesting wildlife either out and about or sat in the garden.

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Essential Local Numbers

Essential Local Numbers

The Alzheimer Society

01992 717676

North Weald Methodist Hall

01992 522143

Cats Protection

01992 579539

North Weald Library

01992 522896

Citizens Advice Bureau

0844 257 1909

North Weald Village Hall Bookings

07870 465129

Crimestoppers

0800 555111

North Weald Parish Council

01992 523825

Doctors High Street, Epping

08445 769797

Queens Community Centre Hall Bookings

01992 522910

Doctors The Limes, Epping (visits/emergencies)

01992 566500

NHS Direct

0845 4647

Doctors The Limes, Epping (appointments)

01992 573838

Police, Epping Station

0300 333 4444

Doctors The Limes, North Weald 01992 524383

Police, Neighbourhood/local

101

Epping Forest District Council

01992 564000

Police, Emergency

999

Epping Forest Burial Park

01992 523863

RSPCA

01279 306058

Hospital, St Margarets, Epping

01992 561666

Scribbles Pre School

01992 523846

Hospital, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow

01279 444455

Stuart Poulton

01992 522607

24 Hour

01992 572607

London & Essex Boarding Kennels & Cattery (Kents Farm)

01992 522183

St Andrews Primary School

01992 522283

Early Years—St Andrews

01992 522283

North Weald Airfield

01992 564200

Traveline

0870 6082608

North Weald Chemist

01992 523887

The Red School

01992 522073

North Weald Golf Club

01992 522118

Village Pre School

01992 572662

LOCAL CLUB DIRECTORY

LOCAL CLUB DIRECTORY

3rd North Weald Beavers

Jujitsu Weald North Club, North Angling Weald Club

North Weald Queens Hall Bowls Women’s ClubInstitute (Evg)

Tel: 01992 524672

Www.parklodge.co.uk Tel: 01992 524071

Tel: 523375 522258 or 522052

British Legion, North Weald Branch

North Weald Preservation Angling Club Society

Tel: 01992 522955

Tel: 01992 523417 524071 or 522618

Queens North Weald Hall Charity Wireless Station Bowls Club522910 Tel:

Coopersale Horticultural Society

North Weald Bassett Cricket Club & District Rural

Tel: 574945

Tel: Northweald.play-cricket.com 523417 or 522618

Dance Factory

North Weald Bassett Kickboxing Singers

Tel: 07976 786404

Tel: 522258 07433 2843128

Epping Ongar Railway Volunteer

North Weald Weald Cricket Cricket Scouts Club Group Club

Tel: 01277 365200

Northweald.play-cricket.com 01992 524672

Tel: 522910 Seniors Thornwood Rapier Cycling Club Tel: 577872

Epping Forest Badger Group

North Weald Weald Kickboxing Kickboxing Seniors Society for over 70’s 524279 Tel:

Tel: 524631 Three Valleys Male Voice Choir Thornwood Seniors Tel: 01279 415563

Tel: 522196 North Weald Scouts Group North Weald 01992 524672Wireless Station Bowls Club Weald Seniors Society for over 70’s North

www.3valleymvc.org.uk Tel: 577872

Tel: 576038 Friends Force Hertfordshire/Essex Tel: 522464 Epping Forest Rotary Club Forest Highlanders Pipes & Drum

Tel: 522803 Tel@ 522196 North Weald Women’s Institute (Evg)

Tel: 01708 250820

Tel: 522258

Tel: 07855 911323

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Three Essex Valleys Male Club Voice Choir West Flower Tel: 524631 01279 415563 www.3valleymvc.org.uk West Essex Flower Club Te: 524631 www.northwealdvillagelife.co.uk

Inside this issue: Letters Race for Life Burglaries in the village

Brain Teaser Local News

Bird Watch

Parish Council say no to new houses

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