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A million pounds has now been raised to fund a further two stages of the Great Central Railway’s ambitious Reunification project. The money has come from the local community and rail enthusiasts across the country who want to see the two separate halves of the award-winning East Midlands heritage line reconnected.

The two railways were separated after closure in the 1960s. Putting them back together will create an eighteen-mile heritage link across the East Midlands; not only will this be an internationally recognised tourist attraction, but it will sustain and create jobs in the region’s economy. There are seven phases of work to complete the link. Two have been completed including a new bridge has to carry trains over the Midland Main Line at Loughborough and the full refurbishment of an existing bridge over a canal. The money being raised will go towards completing two more - the crossing of a road called Railway Terrace and a factory car park.

Andy Fillingham, Chairman of the Friends of the Great Central Main Line, the membership club supporting the GCR and leading the fundraising for the project said, “Raising one million pounds is an incredible achievement by everyone involved. To everyone who has supported the appeals and got involved, a heartfelt thank you. This is a real people power project, putting back a railway which so many didn’t want to close in the first place.

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Article by Debora Slingsby Services St James’ Church, Oaks in Charnwood 8.30am Holy Communion (BCP) 11.00am, 3rd Sunday of the Month Family Service Family Service St Botolph’s Church, Shepshed 1st Sunday of the month at 10am with Holy Communion Children take a central role at this service which has crafts, action songs and much more!

Services St Botolph’s Church, Shepshed 10.00am, Sunday Holy Communion Possible to join on line: www.shepshedandoaks.co.uk 8.00am, Holy Communion (except on 2nd Sunday) 10.00am, Wednesdays, Holy Communion Everyone welcome.

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Protecting Your Family’s Inheritance Article by Klara Hesling

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Say Farewell To The Rockets!

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A galaxy of spectacular Rockets will be touching down at Leicester’s National Space Centre on 9th-10th October for a final weekend of space-tastic fun!

The Rocket Round Leicester art trail, 40 giant Rockets plus 35 mini Junior Jets, have been weaving a trail around the city for the past ten weeks.

Brought to Leicester by local charity LOROS Hospice together with leading art event producers Wild in Art, the Rockets will gather together for the last time before being auctioned off to raise muchneeded funds for LOROS. Tickets are available now for this special weekend, sponsored by the University of Leicester, which is a great opportunity to see the beautiful designs in one place.

These include the hugely popular Blue Army Rocket, sponsored

by Leicester City Football Club, Richard III Rocket King which has brought the king-in-the-car-park to life and many other favourites like Bogswamp, a giant blue fluffy monster.

Laura Betts, Fundraising Manager at LOROS Hospice, said: “Our Farewell Weekend is the perfect opportunity to catch any Rockets you may have missed, and say goodbye to your favourites!

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than 2,500 people across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, delivering free, high-quality, compassionate care to terminally ill patients, their family and carers.

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Laura adds: “The trail has been a real smash hit with the people of Leicester, bringing the community together after 18 months of isolation. The Rockets have taking us on a voyage of recovery as well as discovery. Now we’re inviting everyone to come along to say farewell to these magnificent Rockets, and raise funds for your local hospice in the process.”

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Leicester City Mayor Sir Peter Soulsby said: “The rocket trail has been a colourful and captivating highlight of summer in Leicester, and I’m delighted that we could host it and support LOROS in their incredible work. Seeing all of the rockets in one place for the first time will be a spectacular sight, and I’m sure many people will snap up the chance to do this and to help raise funds for their local hospice.”

Simon Jenner, Director of BID Leicester, said: “It’s been fantastic to see people of all ages in the city centre enjoying the Rocket Round Leicester trail. The additional footfall in the city has been a great boost to our local businesses during the summer months. The Farewell Event is a great opportunity to see all the sculptures one final time in an out-of-this-world setting, all whilst raising money for a good cause.”

Many of the artists who painted the Rocket sculptures will be on hand to answer questions and talk about the inspiration behind their amazing designs too.

The Farewell Weekend heralds the end of the Rocket Round Leicester trail. Next stop will be the glittering grand auction on Wednesday 13th October, where, it is hoped, they will raise tens of thousands of pounds for LOROS Hospice.

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Shepshed Ramblers Article by Margaret Pate

Shepshed Ramblers has resumed walking which is always on the third Sunday of the month. The next walk is scheduled for Sunday 19 September and as usual walkers will meet at the Market Place for a 09.30 departure or walkers can meet at the Severn Trent car park near to Dimmingsdale wood for a start 10.00am. The walk will take us over to Worthington on the Ivanhoe Way and then to the Lount crossroads returning through Staunton Harold and Dimmingsdale wood to the car park. Estimated distance 6.5 miles. Coffee and lunch will be needed. At the moment there will be no car sharing.

Walks are also arranged for 17 October, 21 November and 19 December.

For further information in respect of the walks or if interested in joining the group please contact either Margaret on 01509 600510 or Bernie on 01509 828328 for further details. A warm welcome is guaranteed!

Shepshed Lions Carnival Update Article by Lynn Jackson

The eleventh Shepshed Lions Carnival took place as planned on August Bank Holiday Monday, and nearly 5000 people came along to enjoy the show. Local MP Jane Hunt, and Councillor David Northage, Vice Chair of Shepshed Town Council, opened the event at 12 noon sharp in Glenmore Park, and both thanked the Lions for bringing the event back after the disappointment of having to cancel it last year because of Covid. Entertainer Mad Dom kept everyone amused throughout the afternoon, while The Worlds Strongest Man contender ‘The Mighty Smith’ amazed everyone with his feats of strength, culminating in a giant kids tug of war. Ye Olde Redtail Falconry Display team also brought the youngsters into the arena, giving them the opportunity to get up close and personal with different birds of prey, including Archie the Vulture. Punch and Judy and the fairground rides were as popular as ever, and there were nearly fifty trade and charity stalls.

The Fire and Rescue team from Shepshed Fire Station taught everyone how to respond to a fire - and, spectacularly, how NOT to deal with a chip pan fire - adding water sent an impressive ball of fire skywards.

Oaks & District Tennis Club Article by Liz Twitchell

Have you or your child been inspired by the fantastic performance and success of Britain's Emma Raducanu at the recent USOpen? Our tennis club, in the idyllic setting of Oaks in Charnwood, just 5 minutes drive out of Shepshed, would welcome new members and particularly youngsters for junior coaching.

Junior Coaching with an LTA accredited coach from Loughborough University takes place on Sunday mornings. Coaching for adults/teens can also be arranged. If you are interested please take a look at our website www.clubspark.lta.org.uk/OaksDistrictTennisClub and call Christine on 01509 502538. Also checkout our new Facebook page @oakstennisclub

Spotlight on Iveshead

October 2021

Food and Nutrition Lessons In Years 7 & 8 lessons are taught in nine-week blocks. We concentrate on how to make things we love healthier and how foods fit into the Eatwell Guide. Year 7 students focus on healthy eating making things such as soup, stir fry and fruit muffins.

In Year 8 we cover cultural food. Students have the opportunity to learn about foods from different countries and try different ingredients they may not have experienced before, making things such as tabbouleh, carbonara and tamil curry.

Lion President Lynn Jackson said, ‘We did a lot of preparation last year for Carnival, hoping against hope for as long as we could that the event might be able to go ahead, but the Covid situation obviously made it impossible. So I am really delighted that after all we as a community have been through, we have been able to bring back Shepshed Carnival. Special thanks must go to the people of Shepshed, who have turned out in bigger numbers than ever before, Shepshed Town Council for letting us use Glenmore Park, St Botolph’s Church for the loan of their tables and chairs, and all the shops and local businesses that sponsor the event. This includes Loughborough Building Society, Michelmersh Brick, PRIMO IT, A Plan Insurance, and Bill and Winnie Cooling, to mention just a few. As always, every single penny of profit made from Carnival will be given to charitable causes, mostly for local people.’

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Als Electronic Shepshed Experience Article by Allan Dobb

Its been a busy time and it continues to be so on Al’s Electronic jobby podcast. I have been out and about producing Facebook live at the Shepshed Lions Carnival and at the Passion Hub. Firstly the Carnival which took most people by surprise in the fact of how many attended. I got around with Syd the selfie stick speaking with stall holders and some of the organisers. Like most public events the staff behind the scenes keep the whole event running smoothly. I would mention the Friends of Shepshed Lions, this group has been set up by the current Chair person, Lynn Jackson. The group are used as a support group, its a opportunity to see what it takes, and how the Lions work.

To join this group please contact Lynn, you can leave a message on the Shepshed Lions page.

All charity run organisations need new blood, so to speak, and the Lions who raise money in the community also support the community with the money, so it is worth while. As people move into Shepshed and the surrounding areas, this is a great way to meet new friends and help in the place we live in.

September 11th saw me live at the Passion Hub, the centre in Shepshed for young people. I spoke with Vicky Gould the week previous on the Saturday Podshow. The show is still available to listen to, Vicky was speaking about the fund raising, and other issues that arise concerning our young. At Passion now you will find a cafe run by the members, its is open Saturdays and Sundays. The food fare on offer is amazing, but don’t take my word try it, the pricing also is very reasonable.

Like with The Lions and Passion, they will always need help, and if you feel you have a gifting and could help any of the groups well pop in and introduce yourself, make difference with your presence.

I continue to speak with people who are making a difference to the community on the podshows every Saturday morning at 10.am. if you have a Facebook account type in the search engine; Al’s Electronic Shepshed Experience, this will take you to my group page. I do a feature every day Monday through Friday. Al….

Shepshed Schoolgirl Emily 'Scavenges' Her Way To Tech Prize Article by Chris Kershaw

Local schoolgirl Emily Cook landed herself a state-of-the-art Amazon Echo Dot as winner of The Nottingham's first ever Shepshed Scavenger Hunt community engagement event.

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Throughout the summer holidays people picked up a clue sheet from the building society or nearby Finkins café and took to the streets of Shepshed to find a letter of the alphabet showcased in windows of 13 businesses and other organisations in the town.

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Once they had undertaken the 'mission' they returned their sheets before all completed entries went into a free prize draw to win the Echo Dot donated

by Belvoir, The Nottingham's estate agency and lettings provider.

Meetings will be held in Hathern Village Hall, under the current requirements for Parish Council Meetings. We have limited capacity due to COVID regulations and require all members of the public to not move any furniture upon arrival. Chairs will be set out with spaces in between.

As normal however, we welcome the public along. We also welcome any questions to the Clerk prior to the meeting should you not wish to attend in person.

A delighted Emily's name came out of the hat first followed by several runners-up, including brothers Josh and Henry Coe, who each received a goodie bag full of items donated by organisations involved in the scavenger hunt.

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They were all presented with their prizes during a day of fun at The Nottingham's branch on the Bull Ring, which also saw Belvoir hold a 'how many balloons are there in the car' competition and tea and cakes for those who wanted to sit and chat.

As well as event organisers The Nottingham, the following Shepshed-based organisations were involved in the inaugural scavenger hunt: • Bloomin' Marvellous • Hallcroft Opticians • Jo's Uppercuts • Charnwood Fish Bar • The Little Place of Learning • Urban Farm Shop • Finkins • Noah's Ark • Norman Warriors BC • Ryatt Optometry • Age UK (Shepshed) • Passion

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There were worries that the long running ’Lone Ranger Country Music Club’ held at Hugglescote social club’ may not run again after the previous leader John Fearne and his partner Brenda retired when the club closed during lockdown last year. A group of dedicated members have decided not the let the friendly and popular club close and are busy organising Live country singers to continue the bi weekly socials. The Lone Ranger is a very friendly club where people of all ages can come with friends or on their own and everyone is made very welcome. The artists are from the best of British Country Music scene and the music is popular with country partner dancers, traditional couple dancers and line dancers alike as well as those that just want to listen to the music. In the interval there is a Bingo session and a raffle. The first live show is scheduled for Monday 25th October at 7.45 to 10.30 and will be held every second Monday evening throughout the year. £5 entrance on the door. Bar. For more information look for and join our facebook group Lone Ranger Country Music Club. Or phone Meg on 07879622232.

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After the summer recess, I have been back to Westminster again working on the issues affecting Shepshed and Hathern. Recently I asked the Secretary of State for Health, Sajid Javid, a question in the House about encouraging everyone to get the covid vaccine. On a recent call with the NHS locally, I was told that three quarters of all Covid patients in hospitals in Leicester were unvaccinated. The vaccine is our best defence against Covid and really helps to stop serious illness if you catch it. If you haven’t had your jab yet, you still can. You can book your jab online via the NHS website or attend one of the drop-in clinics which are taking place locally. The NHS is also starting to rollout booster jabs to those aged 50 or over, as well to frontline health and social care workers and those aged between 16 and 49 with an underlying health condition putting them at greater risk from the virus.

Letters and texts being sent out to eligible people inviting them to top up their protection ahead of winter, six months or more after receiving their second jab.

The success of the vaccine programme has meant that we have been able to enjoy some of the things that were unthinkable in 2020. It was wonderful to officially open the Shepshed Lions Carnival with Councillor David Northage, Vice Chair of Shepshed Town Council recently after it was cancelled last year. Nearly 5,000 people flocked to the Carnival to take part in the entertainment. My thanks to the Shepshed Lions Club for organising such a wonderful event as well as to everyone who attended. Money raised during the day will go to some wonderful local causes. To date, the Carnival has raised £45,000 which has been spent within the local community.

Planning is already underway for the Carnival next year.

I was delighted to attend the opening of the Passion community café in Bull Ring recently along with Charnwood Mayor, Cllr Paul Baines. As many will know, Passion have been supporting young people in Shepshed for over ten years. Now they have opened an amazing community and youth facility. The café is open to the public every weekend. Why not support them? The cakes are also fabulous!

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Hathern led the way post lockdown with a multi-event weekend in June, including providing a first gig for every one of the comedians for over a year. Then the Village Association and Hathern Together put on an 80s evening. Now the village is teeming with events.

The Village Association guys really are gluttons for punishment. They have taken on the revival of Hathern Club. They organised a ridiculously short window for a major refurbishment of the premises. I did some wallpaper stripping, painting and scraping years of black gunk from the lino floor in front of the bar. Just what I had in mind when I enrolled as a candidate! The opening night will be over by the time you read this, but they are planning a lot of entertainment in the coming months, including bingo, Kalooki, many live acts and a gig by my favourite covers band, the Zufflers. That will be a blast in a small venue. The quiz night is coming back twice a month, once in the club and once in the Dew Drop. You can form teams, but you will have to decide whether you are competing for the club or the pub. So we hope that many people will come to the Club, have a lot of drinks and enjoy the shows.

Due to the delays in building the roundabout near Dishley Grange, the HVA will be holding the annual Fireworks event on the festival field in November. Please buy your tickets when they are available and make this a success. The fireworks cost a small fortune and we really don’t want these local heroes to be out of pocket again.

Hathern Youth Club is running a Scarecrow Festival on October 16th and 17th. Prizes have been donated by all four Hathern pubs and the HVA. Text 07921827505 or email hathernevents@gmail.com by October 7th to get involved.

Several children completed the Summer Reading Challenge through our wonderful little library. Well done to all who did. Keep coming to get more books through the autumn and winter.

If anyone has issues to raise, I am in the library every third Tuesday (2 – 4) and Saturday (10 – 12) doing a shift.

I have very much enjoyed campaigning for Ian Williams recently, who was the Conservative candidate in the Shepshed West by-election. I always enjoy knocking on doors, speaking to residents face-to-face. I was delighted when Ian won the seat, making him the newest councillor on Charnwood Borough Council. Ian will be a great councillor, and a great representative for Shepshed.

The library reading group meets once a month on a Tuesday evening. They put the kettle on, and have a lively, entertaining and enjoyable discussion about books for an hour or so. The next session is on October 5th to discuss ‘A Little Life’ by Hanya Yamagihara. This will reach you a bit late for that one unless you’re a fast reader. If not, you can attend in November.

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I have enjoyed watching the Paralympics over the summer and was delighted to Shephed’s own Thomas Young win gold in the men's 100m T38 title in a European record 10.94 seconds. This is a phenomenal achievement and I’m looking forward to seeing Thomas achieve further success in the years ahead.

The application to build on land down to the Zouch road is still in the early stages. There has been a lot of confusion about the hedgerow south of the proposed site. This is still being discussed and no decisions have been made. At the moment, the developers are proposing the removal of half of the hedge to increase access for the new residents and connectivity to Daisy Bank and the village. I don’t think such destruction would make much difference to connectivity. If the hedge had to go to accommodate more housing or facilities, I wouldn’t oppose it, but I don’t like the idea of habitat loss for a spurious human interest. They are also proposing several breaks in the west hedge for access to the play area. I think that it is unnecessary to remove so much and to have so many gaps. I think that the existing gap could be widened by a few metres and a bridge inserted to provide passage across the ditch and then to the village along the path at the top of Doble Crescent. I am also of the view that one extra gap would suffice to access the play area. Any more gaps would destroy most of the continuity of habitat for wildlife. There is a badger sett there as well which should be left alone. I will inform residents when the time comes for comments. You could also write to William Davis to express your views before they finalise and submit proposals.

As ever, if I can be any assistance, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me.

Shepshed West By-Election Myriam Roberts (Labour Party) would like to thank all Shepshed residents who voted for her in the recent Shepshed West Charnwood Borough Council by-election.

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The football club bounced back from a 2 – 1 defeat to Thurnby Rangers by thrashing Ashby Ivanhoe Knights 5 – 1 with goals from three guys called Liam and 2 from Dan Hutton. Not a great performance, I hear, but the three points will do.

We are starting the booster jab rollout in earnest on October 1st at Southfields. You can have a jab 6 months after your second dose. Come on, everybody who is eligible, so that I can hang up my marshalling boots and put my feet up before Christmas. Please be careful. The case numbers are still too high in Charnwood and we haven’t got the students back yet.

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Christine Radford County Councillor for Shepshed T: 01509 502974 M: 07796 544817 E: christine_radford@hotmail.com

17th century, but the 1620s House and Garden’s newest attraction is firmly rooted in the 21st century – an escape quest game!

The historic venue has just launched the exciting escape game – which can be played both in person at the House or online in a virtual version. I have been shown the game when I visited the house. It would be brilliant for a family to do it together whilst walking around the house.

Autumn is well and truly here and the nights are drawing in very fast. At county we are now back to having face to face meetings and I love it.

The in-person version is included in the normal House admission price and the online version is free to play.

Collapsed Bank – near to Persimmon Homes I have been working with officers from county regarding the collapsed bank at the side of Hathern Road near to Persimmon Homes. The bank was rebuilt by Persimmon homes when they diverted the brook when they formed the access to the estate. The bank has collapsed and could cause a flood if we have a heavy rain. At the time of writing this report the bank has not been rebuilt.

More information about the Sorcery & Superstitions escape quest game is available at www.1620sHouse.org.uk/events/sorcery-superstitions-escapequest-2021-08-27

Gartree Prison One of my last visits before the county got back into face to face meetings was a visit to Gartree Prison near to Market Harborough. This is a category B prison for lifers and long term prisoners. County look after the library facilities at the prison and I went along to see how it was run. I was very surprised to see how large it was and the wide choices on offer for the prisoners. During the pandemic DVD’s were welcomed by the inmates, as they have no access to the internet. The library was closed for a very short period, each block used to send down their requests which were then taken back to be distributed.

The prison is just starting up classes for English and Maths.

Weed spraying Residents have contacted me regarding the state of the kerbs at the road side. Spraying the weeds is the responsibility of the County. Having been in contact with Environmental manager, the problem is that our contractors had been waiting to get the go ahead to use glyphosate, which goes against County’s Green and environmental policies. Other weed killers used do not work. It is hoped that the weeds will have been treated during the last 2 weeks in September.

Shepshed Refuse and Recycling Tip I am sorry to report that it looks like the tip will stay closed for a number of weeks due to the lack of HGV drivers. Shepshed is not the only tip to be closed. There are 3 others in the County. Our nearest is Loughborough.

There is also one in Coalville and Mountsorrel.

Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) Health and Care Partnership Board This was held on Thursday 19th August and has an Independent Chair. There was a full agenda. The meeting is broken down into Policy and Planning where we received reports on the Health Inequalities Framework, Developing our Integrated Care Partnership and Place arrangements and a Summary of ICS Design Framework and the Health and Care Bill (which is currently going through parliament). Under the heading of Operational we looked at and discussed Hospital Discharges and Care at Home, the Voluntary Sector Infrastructure in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland and we given a verbal update of how ‘Beat the Street’ – a partnership approach to children’s health was being received in the City. Under the heading of Governance we looked at the report from the ICS Transition Programme Board.

Dedicated Neighbourhood Team, Shepshed Loughborough West I have had a meeting and did a patch walk with PS Tom Else who has just joined the team; I was able to discuss with him areas in Shepshed of concern such as ASB in the Market Place, persons trying house and car doors and Speeding Traffic. Listed below is the up to date list of the team:PS 2996 Tom Else – Thomas.else@leicestershire.pnn.police.uk PC 1969 Matt Orton – matthew.orton@leicestershire.pnn.police.uk PC 1128 Megan Evans – megan.evans@leicestershire.pnn.police.uk PCSO 6554 Lucinda Bailey – Lucinda.bailey@leicestershire.pnn.police.uk PCSO 6552 Mohammed Musa – mohammed.musa@leicestershire.pnn. police.uk PCSO 6136 Julia Parker – Julia.parker6136@leicestershire.pnn.police.uk PCSO 6542 Viren Patel – Virendra.patel@leicestershire.pnn.police.uk News showings for powerful Black Lives Matter Tool exhibition A powerful project which has been capturing the responses of Leicestershire people to the challenges raised by the Black Lives Matter movement has been such a big response that it will now be showcased in two new venues during Black History Month.

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I had pleasure in being introduced to the Duke of Gloucester KG GCVO when he visited the house on Thursday 23rd September. I had lunch with His Royal Highness, Miss Conley Deputy Lieutenant and Dan Harrison the Chairman of the County Council.

Have your say on proposed changes to in-house Community Life Choices (day services) for adults in Leicestershire An eight-week consultation has been launched by Leicestershire County Council to ask residents’ about its Community Life Choices (CLC) day services.

Community Life Choices provides a safe and supported place for adults in the country where they can enjoy social activities and get help with their day-to-day lives.

The council is proposing to widen the number of approved Community Life Choices (day services) providers who help deliver the service to offer greater diversity, flexibility, choice and control to people who use it.

It is also proposing to replace the provision of long-term Community Life Choices support packages with a new focus on crisis care, short term reablement and enablement, and support for carers who are affected by these proposals are really important to us.

The consultation is running from Tuesday 31st August until midnight 26th October.

To find out more about the proposals and complete the survey, please visit www.leicestershire.gov.uk/in-house-community-life-choices before midnight of 26th October.

To anyone with kids who has a mobile phone I have been forwarded a message from the police in Doncaster who has recommended you download the HOLLIE Guard APP for them. If they are walking home late or alone, they can switch it on and you can track them.

If someone approaches and they feel unsafe they can sake their phone. It sets off a high pitched alarm from the phone and also messages and alert to you (or whoever’s number is entered in as a guardian) This can be used by ANYONE, not just for kids.

Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) A TTRO is to be made for the following location: Leicester Road/Cambridge Street. The purpose of the TTRO is to allow Severn Trent Water safely access manhole covers to repair the sewer pipes.

The duration of the restriction is not anticipated to exceed a period of 2 days commencing on 4th November.

The works can be viewed on https://one.network/?=GB123150959 A TTRO for prohibition of waiting and loading at any time restriction is required on Leicester Road from 15th October for 1 day.

The restrictions will be enforced on both sides of the carriageway, between properties 55 to 77.

The TTRO will be implemented for public safety to allow County to undertake carriageway drainage works.

The works can be viewed on https://onenetwork/?tm=GB123167510 Your help and support – my contact details Without your help in keeping me informed regarding issues around Shepshed, I would not be able to do my job. For help and advice on County matters, I can be contacted on 01509 502974, or 07796 544817 or e mail christine_ radford@hotmail.com or christine.radford@leics.gov.uk , I am pleased to say that my monthly surgery, which is held in the Town Council Offices in Charnwood Road, started up again on 4th September. You do not need an appointment; I will be there from 10-11 am on the first Saturday of the month.

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Ian would like to thank everybody who voted for him at the recent election and looks forward to working for the residents of Shepshed.

Election result Conservatives 511, Labour 316, Greens 302 Lib/dem 44 Whilst out canvassing residents mentioned their concerns to us. Mainly speeding traffic, internet/mobile coverage, lack of dog/litter bins. These matters will be looked into, and where possible a report will be given back.

Planning P/21/1656/2 – 27 Hathern Road – Proposed first floor side extension, two storey rear extension and single storey side and rear extension P/21/1584/2 – 216 Charnwood Road - proposed single storey extensions and raised terrace. Resubmission of P/20/1802/2 Planning applications granted subject to conditions P/21/0664/2 – Allotments rear of 173 Leicester Road – Retrospective application for the erection of security fence P/21/0507/2 – 21 The Lant land adjacent to – erection of detached dwelling and alterations to vehicular access P/20/1246/2 – 87 Leicester Road – (Outline access and layout only to be considered) – erection of detached dwelling Local Plan We are writing to inform you that from 30th September that Charnwood will no longer be using the Objective software for consultations. Which was being used to make comments?

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The social supermarket is being created by a partnership involving Charnwood Borough Council, John Storer Charnwood, The Bridge and Charnwood Food Poverty Group.

The project aims to support people who are eligible and may currently be using foodbanks transition to more independence by becoming a Your Store member.

Members will be able to do a weekly shop and access a range of affordable food for £3. There will also be a range of support available through the project including money management, mental health and wellbeing, education, cooking classes and household budgeting.

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Cleaner and greener Charnwood Borough Council is working with its waste partner Serco as it moves its customer satisfaction survey online.

The customer satisfaction survey in Charnwood has previously been completed four times a year over the telephone but residents will now be able to complete the survey through an online questionnaire.

The feedback is used to monitor the performance of the service across the borough.

First bells for Covid-19 memorial are cast at iconic bell foundry A memorial to mark the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on local communities in Charnwood is starting to take shape.

The first three, quarter bells of the planned Hope Bell project were cast at Loughborough’s iconic John Taylor and Co bellfoundry. In 1836 John Taylor opened his first foundry in Loughborough in Packe Horse Lane when he was contracted to cast new bells for the Parish Church. In 1859 he opened a new foundry in Freehold Street, which was then and remains the largest purpose built Bellfoundry in the world.

The Hope Bell project, backed by Loughborough Town Deal, will see the creation of a clock chime installation comprising four, quarter chime bells and the main Hope Bell.

The four quarter bells will weigh between 3 cwt and 8 cwt and the main Hop Bell will weigh 1ton 5cwt, sound the note D and measure 4ft 4in in diameter. The Quarter bells will chime to mark the passing of each quarter of an hour. The Hope bell will strike each hour.

The Hope Bell will be a lasting memorial to all those in Charnwood who have lost their lives in the Covid-19 pandemic and be a tribute to NHS and key workers. It will also be a beacon of hope for the future.

Loughborough is synonymous with bells, being home to the last working bellfoundry in the UK. Welcoming students to Loughborough for new academic year Organisations have been working together to welcome students for the new academic year in Loughborough. Putting plans in place to help the students with a range of issues including Covid testing and vaccinations; personal safety and how to be a good neighbour. Such as the need to make sure their bins are out on the right day and put back after collection.

All students are receiving Covid tests tested upon their arrival to Loughborough and will undergo weekly testing to monitor case levels.

Covid vaccinations are being strongly encouraged and pop-up clinics are being held on campus.

Councillor contact details Cllr.robin.popley@charnwood.gov.uk, 07909 447105 cllr.john.savage@charnmwood.gov.uk 550508(Shepshed East) cllr.christine.radford@charnwood.gov.uk 502974, cllr.ian.williams@ charnwood.gov.uk 07739 389960 (Shepshed West) We had our first monthly surgeries in September. We will meet again the first Saturday of the month, 10-11 am in the Town Council offices.

The event took place at John Storer House in Loughborough where Your Store is based and provided attendees with an opportunity to understand how Your Store and its membership will operate.

Prospective members are currently being identified by Charnwood Food Poverty Group and the store was hoping to open its doors to its first customers by the end of September.

Your Store has been created following the successful work carried out by Charnwood Community Action during the pandemic when hundreds of families received vital food parcels and other support.

For more information about Your Store please visit: www.charnwood.gov.uk/yourstore Leicester City FC granted Freedom of the Borough of Charnwood The honour, the highest the Council can bestow, recognises the club’s incredible success in recent years and its connection to Charnwood. The 2016 Premier League champions opened a £100 million training facility in the borough in 2020 at Seagrave.

The honour was conferred at a special meeting of the Council at

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Thursday 18th – Sunday 21st November 2021 Which snack The Lions could not handle?

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FESTIVE GIFT FAIR IS BACK IN 2021!

Thursday 18th – Sunday 21st November 2021, NEC Birmingham Celebrating our 25th LIVE event in 2021, the fabulous Festive Gift Fair has been the #1 event for Christmas shopping in the heart of England for over two decades.

Missed by thousands last year, this ever popular 4-day event is back again in November and looking forward to re-uniting 300 stallholders with 1,000’s of highspirited shoppers. Once again offering a fabulous choice of gifts, decorations, food and drink in a jolly atmosphere with live music and festive entertainers.

Dedicated to Christmas shopping and catering for all your needs over the seasonal period, the busiest and most established Fair in the Midlands has lots to offer in 2021.

FABULOUS FOODIE SECTION

Companies NEW to the fab foodie section this year are Whistler’s Storm – the newest alcoholic tea brand to hit the market. Campbell’s Chutneys – handmade mustards, marmalades, pickles and preserves. Limpopo Biltong – The snack The Lions could not handle! Schokolat Scotland – unique chocolate gifts made to look like teapots, tools and so much more!

Back by demand are favourites including Ace Tea London, The Tipsy Tart, Popcorn Kitchen, Cheshire Cheese, Condessa Welsh Liqueurs and Georgie Porgies Puddings.

Please send entries to: Festive Gift Fair Competition, Norwood Press, Moore Road, South Leicester Industrial Estate, Ellistown, Leicestershire, LE67 1EU Terms & Conditions Venue - This ticket is for the Festive Gift Fair at NEC, Hall 5, Birmingham, B40 1NT Promoter - The organiser of this event is Orchard Events Limited. If you have any queries regarding your ticket please contact 020 8332 9595 or email info@orchardevents.co.uk Data Protection - Please note that your contact details may be passed on to the event organiser. They may be used if, in the event of a query or an emergency, they need to contact you. Your details will not be used by the third party for marketing purposes. Visit www.festivegiftfair.co.uk/terms-conditions

DÉCOR FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON and BEYOND!

Always popular, joining us again are favourites including Delightful Decorations, 1 Stop Christmas Shop and The Rugshack.

NEW include At Home for Christmas – Christmas wreaths. Finishing Touches – Christmas rugs and cushions. Step Into Christmas – everything LED from Lanterns to fairy dolls! Foy & Co Interiors – luxury cushions and throws.

FOR THE KIDS (YOUNG & OLD!)

More companies than ever before…, seems like the kids are going to get spoiled this year!!!

NEW include Maria Valentina Baby – trendy clothes and shoes for baby and children.

Christmas Board Games – Christmas Eve The Race To Help Santa!, Grace’s Book Adventures – kid’s books and colouring activity sets.

GIFTS IN GENERAL

If you’re looking for Fair Trade wooden toys then Lanka Kade will be back along side Splat Planet selling colour-in tshirts, Iconic Kidswear with their 0- 8yrs clothing range. Funblox, Magic Pens and so much more!

NEW in 2021 include Rebel Records and Toys – music vinyls, cd’s and music memorabilia.

Be inspired and get your festive preparations off to a flying start at the Festive Gift Fair. With ticket prices so affordable bring friends and family with you for a funfilled day Christmas Shopping.

Big Chief Studios - licensed character collectables Star Wards, Doctor Who, Only Fools and Horses, Dad’s Army, James Bond, Mr Bean etc. Wish Upon Threads Embroidered apparel inspired by characters from hobbies and films.

Tickets available on-line from just £6 per adult (plus fulfilment fee) The Fair is open daily 9.30am-5pm Thursday 18th – Sunday 21st November at the NEC, Birmingham

Popular favourites returning include Football Stadium Photography, Kensington Collection, MacDonald China and The Perfume Shop.

For much more information, including videos, show highlights, exhibitor list, show offers and all the Live Performers, please visit www.festivegiftfair.co.uk

So many wonderful new companies this year it’s been difficult to select just a few!

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