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The Fireworks Code
• Always keep fireworks in a closed box—Take them out one at a time and close the box. • Never put fireworks in your pocket. • Be considerate. Let your neighbours know you will be having a display, especially if they are elderly or they have pets or children. • Avoid setting fireworks off late at night, particularly if it is a school-night. • Ensure your pets are safe. • Carefully follow the instructions on EACH firework. • Never go back to a lit firework unless the instructions advise otherwise. • Never throw fireworks; it is dangerous. • Light fireworks one at a time, at the end of the fuse, and at arm’s length. • Light sparklers one at a time and wear suitable gloves, even when lighting them. • Never give sparklers to a child under the age of 5. • Never throw spent fireworks on a bonfire. With fireworks night not far away, as we know fireworks can go on for a few weeks and if not handled correctly can be very dangerous. There are two organised events in North Weald this year taking place on 5th November, so hopefully the majority of local people will attend these. Not only are they safer but they are also cheaper. Please find below the Firework Code (Source British Fireworks Association). ALWAYS FOLLOW THE FIREWORK CODE • Do not buy fireworks from UNLICENCED retailers—These fireworks may be unsafe and illegal. • Only buy fireworks that comply with current safety standards.
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What is firework misuse?
• Possessing CAT F1 fireworks whilst aged 15 or under • Possessing CAT F2 or CAT F3 fireworks whilst aged 17 or under
• Letting off fireworks between 11pm and 7am (midnight on Bonfire Night and 1am on New Years Eve) • Throwing or setting off fireworks in a public place You can be fined or prosecuted for any of the above.
Cricket club end league campaign with emphatic win and reel off three successive Sunday victories
North Weald finished their league season with a crushing victory over Lion Hawks, sending the opposition down to Division Two of the Herts and Essex Border League in the process. Lion Hawks dangerman Henry Edmunds was bowled by Phil Ashwell with the second ball of the match, and things went from bad to worse for the Hockerill based team as they lost wickets consistently to be bowled out for just 116. A destructive 86 not out from Alex Merritt saw North Weald race to the target in just 12.1 overs. This was followed the day after with another comfortable win over Little Hallingbury on North Weald’s Presidents Day. Joe Apperly scored 38 to get Little Hallingbury off to a flying start, but some canny bowling on a tricky pitch saw Little Hallingbury struggle to 90 all out. Bob Wood was the pick of the bowlers taking 3 wickets and conceding just 1 run. A measured 33 not out from Vince Curren and 27 from youngster Archie Pyle saw North Weald ease to victory with more than 16 overs to spare.
North Weald’s final home game of the season was in early September against local rivals Epping Foresters. The visiting side batted first and slid to 60-6, but 46 from Sam Needham and 60 not out from Ismael Matvad saw Epping Foresters recover to 189-9 in their 40 overs. North Weald also got off to a poor start, with both openers out before the team had reached 10, but Mike De Conti led North Weald in a successful chase, blazing his way to his first club century as the light faded.
This was followed up with a fourth successful run chase in a row against a young side at Dunmow. Paul Spong took 4-13 as Dunmow posted an under par 157, and 82 from Marc Phillips ensured another win for North Weald, who now travel to Abridge and North Enfield to bring a close to the 2022 season.
Source: C. Ginn
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Parish Council Garden
As many readers will be aware, the Parish Council Garden at the parade of shops in North Weald officially opened on 7th June 2016. The floral displays have continued to mature during the years and provide a very attractive centre piece for the village. However, the extreme weather patterns we have experienced during the last 12 months has meant that the usual colour displays have not been at their best. A lot of hard work goes into the maintenance of the garden during the year with weeding and seasonal plantings and I would like to thank our gardener, Gary Woods, for all his help during the year. I would also like to pass on our immense gratitude to our local sponsors namely: Stuart Poulton Ltd—The Family Funeral Directors Greenacres Woodland Burials Davis Homes—Estate Agents Cinnamon Indian Restaurant Thornwood Grounds Maintenance LVM Painter and Decorators, North Weald
Source: Alan Buckley
GriefLine is here to support bereaved people affected by the Queen’s death, and their own loss
GriefLine (01279 945089) is a local resource offering muchneeded emotional support on the telephone, across West Essex and East Herts, to anyone struggling with their grief around the loss of someone.
GriefLine is open from 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday. It is run by a team of St Clare Hospice staff and volunteers, trained to deliver emotional support to those who are struggling with their grief.
Elaine McManigan, Family Support Counselling Co-ordinator at St Clare Hospice, said: “As many people mourn the death of the Queen, we may become aware that this is having an impact on us and our own grief. Whilst we most likely didn’t know her personally, the images we see of her grieving children and other upset members of the public, can stir up many deeply felt emotions within us – including other losses and our own grief.”
“For those of us who have been bereaved, whether recently or long ago, thoughts and emotions that you may have thought had passed, can come back to the surface. The stories and images we see across numerous TV and radio channels can trigger emotions within us – remembering the loss of our own mother, grandmother, other family member, or friends.”
Anyone who has experienced a loss, whether recently or in the past, is welcome to call GriefLine. No previous connection to St Clare Hospice is required to access support.
What can GriefLine offer you?
• Talk to a trained volunteer offering emotional support and a listening ear • Talk about your grief in a safe and confidential space, with someone who understands what you’re going through.
If you would like to speak to someone about the loss of someone, no matter how long ago you were bereaved, the number to call is 01279 945089. GriefLine is free to call, though charges may apply in line with your standard network rate.
For more information on GriefLine, visit: griefline.co.uk
