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Before we sign off for this edition, a special congratulations must go to our previous Year 6 pupils, class of 2014, who gained Latimer’s highest ever end of Key Stage 2 SATs results and far exceeded national expectations for their age group. We hope they are settling into life in their new High Schools and that they continue to enjoy their work – we are all very proud of you! Special congratulations must go to Charu Patel for achieving Level 6 in not one but two subjects – our first ever Latimer pupil to achieve this; and Molly Bott for winning the school’s, “Delia Brock trophy” in recognition of exceptional progress and outstanding positive attitude. We look forward to seeing which of our current year 6 pupils will be the recipients of our trophy at the end of this year and to working with our younger pupils across the school to identify and nurture all of our future stars.
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The term ahead This term is packed full of exciting events which we hope will be enjoyed by pupils and families alike. Highlights planned so far for this term include: visits to Twycross zoo; Harvest festival celebrations; “Expect Respect” week; Year 6 residential outdoor pursuits visit; discos
We are always keen to involve families in the life and work of the school and would invite families to join our school’s any interested “FOALS” team. This group of parents and families work tirelessly to raise funds to benefit all of our pupils. Please enquire at the school office if you are interested in helping to fundraise or have any ideas for future fundraising events. We also currently have a vacancy for a
sharing books with an adult is a key part of developing reading and we are hoping to ensure that all children get even more experience of this special activity by recruiting willing volunteers to come and read and chat with our pupils about their books. No experience is necessary, just a love of reading and a willingness to support our pupils.
Changes We have also appointed two new class teachers to reflect the popularity of our school and subsequent rise in pupil numbers. We welcome Mr Robinson into Key Stage 1 and Miss Ross into Key Stage 2. We look forward to working with them during the year and know they will be an asset to our hardworking and happy teaching team. There have also been lots of changes to the school building and grounds to accommodate our new classes and a huge thanks goes to our premises officer Mr Moore for ensuring our children have such high quality classrooms to enjoy this year.
organised by our parent fundraisers “FOALS” (friends of Anstey Latimer); anti bullying week; puppet shows; enterprise week; Christmas productions; and our “Winter Festival” to name a few. We hope to keep you updated with photographs and reports of these events later in the term. Many thanks must go to our Assistant Headteacher, Mrs. Cooke for her exceptional work in creating a new curriculum for our children across Key Stages 1 and 2. You can find out more and share our experiences by visiting our school website at http://www.latimerprimary.org.uk/ Vacancies/Getting involved
A very warm welcome back to the new school year from all at The Latimer. This year sees lots of new starters, both pupils and staff. We would like to say a very special “hello” to all of our new starters in EYFS and their families, who are beginning school for the very first time. Our new intake have settled exceptionally well under the care and expertise of our EYFS team, headed up by our Deputy, Mrs Swarbrook and EYFS teacher Mrs Pyatt. We hope our new starters are coming home full of happy chatter about all their new learning and experiences.
Could you be a reading champion? We are currently looking for parent or family volunteers to support reading across the school. If you are able to give a little of your time to help read with our pupils across the school, please contact your child’s class teacher or the school office. Enjoying and
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From Thurcaston & Cropston Parish Council "Saving Mr Banks", shown in September, was a funny, magical & moving film. Members of the large audience were frustrated by P.L. Travers' stubbornness about signing over the film rights to her book, "Mary Poppins". By seeing episodes of her life as a child, we realised how important it was to "Save the reputation of her father, Mr Banks". “Mandela - Long Walk to Freedom" will be shown on Friday October 17th and lasts 139 minutes.
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The speaker for the monthly meeting shortly afterwards was unable to come, following a bereavement, so member Chris Figgins stepped into the breach, and told of her travels since her retirement. Her map of the world was liberally plastered with red dots showing where she has been. Unlike most retired people, Chris does not look for the lap of luxury. She has done a camel trek, camped under the stars (no tent or other shelter) and canoed, even blackwater rafting, through caves and tunnels. Our intrepid traveller amazed everyone with her tales of derring do. It was most entertaining, and nobody was too disappointed that the planned speaker had had to cancel.
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Starring Naomie Harris and Idris Elba, this film is drawn from the memoirs of the South African statesman, Nelson Mandela. It stretches from his childhood to his almost unbelievable inauguration. It delves into the complex politics as well as difficult relationships within his family. Elba brings out the courageous determination of Mandela and his charismatic personality. This has been the greatest challenge of Elba's acting career. "The Monuments Men" will be shown on Friday November 14th and lasts 118 minutes. Based on a true story, a WW11 platoon begins the task of recovering stolen masterpieces from the hands of Nazi Germany. Claire, played by Cate Blanchett, was risking her life by noting down every piece of artwork that was being taken. This allowed the Monuments Men, one of whom is played by Hugh Bonneville of “Downton Abbey”, to go in after D-Day to try to locate the art as it was being “spirited” away. This film blends excitement with comedy. “About Time" will be shown on Friday December 12th. Thurcaston and Cropston Parish Council will be showing these films at Thurcaston Memorial Hall. Starting at 7.30pm, tickets cost £4-50 and concessions are £4. The price includes refreshments and a lucky prize draw. Advanced tickets can be reserved via the parish office - 0116 236 7626 or bought at the door.
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Other star guests included singer Jersey Budd. Good to see Tambo, Macka, Wedge, Martin Booty, Schultzy, Ryan Sutherington and Deano for the Nomads. The goal scorers for the home side however came from Anstey Swifts U.16 side. Ched Gore and penalty from Charlie Morton who gave Carl Muggleton no chance. FOOD PARCELS. Rothley. Lots of people around the Charnwood area have used the free food bank in Loughborough over the last few years, now there is one just opened a lot nearer to home, at the Baptist Church, Woodgate, Rothley. It
Rt. Hon. Stephen Dorrell MP Charnwood’s MP will be visiting me at my home on Friday 3rd October, if you have any questions you would like me to ask him please write or email me and I will pass them on. Vinyl Night. Same evening but from 8pm at Anstey Nomads FC there will be another Vinyl night hosted by the irrepressible Micky Wilkes and with some special guests singing live. Admission is Free but there will be a Raffle. This time for the Renal Unit at Leicester General. Be there if you possibly can, bring a prize would be good too.
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Anstey Gala Day. Good weather, crowd, acts, dog show and organisation plus a variety of different stalls and rides, who could ask for more. I did get there for a couple of hours and walked round most of the stalls which was a feat in itself! Thank you to all those who wished me well. Hopefully I will be able to get a bit more involved again next year. Civic Service I finally made a short excursion back into the public domain by attending the Civic Service for my fellow councillor Paul Day Mayor of Charnwood, at St Mary’s Parish Church Anstey on Sunday September 14th. I read the 2nd lesson Matthew 25 v 31-40. It was a well attended special occasion that went off like clockwork. I however was very nervous. Anstey’s Latimer Street School Choir were lovely, brought back memories of 57 years ago and Mr Lister!!! Age UK. ☹ It is my understanding that the AGE UK charity shop which has been in the Nook Anstey for many years is to close in late October after the owners refused to re-new the lease. I hope they find somewhere new to operate soon and the premises will NOT be left empty for any length of time as the former HSBC bank has been. I believe there is a petition in the shop.
Want a Green-house? I have one in my back garden which needs dismantling and taking away! Most of the glass is still there. I have also a number of Classical/from the shows LP records and a 2 drawer filing cabinet available. Any donations will be given to the Anstey Town Charity. Let me know if you are interested… And Finally, I couldn’t finish without a mention?? SHOCKED! Well it started on Thursday with a nightmare cricket performance by Leicestershire County Cricket Club losing in 2 days to Essex. Didn’t get any better on Saturday, I saw the Tigers overwhelmed by Bath Rugby 45-0. Then early Sunday afternoon I dreamt that Leicester City beat Manchester United 5 – 3 after being 1-0, 2-0 and 3-1 down. It was just a dream wasn’t it???? Tee Hee. *Oh, and congratulation to Anstey & Glenfield Cricket Club on securing promotion with a win over Loughborough Greenfields on the last day of the season, but commiserations to Cropston CC who just missed out.
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Newtown Linford Gardening Club All the activities of the garden club are now geared towards the highlight of our season – the visit of garden designer Adam Frost. Our celebrity event each year is becoming very popular as we welcome people who have a prestigious status in the world of horticulture. Adam frost is no exception. As the designer of no fewer than six gardens which have won gold at the Chelsea Flower Show, he ranks among the great designers of the present day. As a result his profile is increasing sharply; he appeared regularly on the TV coverage of the Chelsea Flower Show and has had several TV appearances on other programmes since then. It is not common for celebrities to come to Newtown Linford, so we look forward to the occasion. Some of you will remember the visit of Christine Walkden last October and we expect a similarly interesting evening. There are still some tickets left however and visitors are invited. We know other garden club members will join us for this special event.so if you would like to come, tickets for the evening (£10) can be obtained from the club secretary ,by e-mail, phone or letter. We have welcomed a large number of new members this year and will be pleased if others want to join us. If you are interested in our activities just contact the secretary (tel. 242452 or e-mail 01530242452@talktalk.net) , or come to one of our meetings to see how you like it before making a commitment (£2 for visitors). Alternatively give us a ring and ask for a copy of our programme for the coming year and we will be pleased to send one to you.
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Crime Figures 19th August 2014 to 18th Sept 2014 Burglary Dwelling – 0
Welcome to ‘Police Matters’ from the Anstey Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team. The crime breakdown shows offences committed between 19 August and 14 September 2014 inclusive. LASER PENS The beat team has received calls this month regarding the use of ‘Laser pens’ that are being used to cause nuisance and anti-social behaviour around the area. In particular, the pens have been used to shine through residents’ windows, and in the past we have also received reports of the bright light being aimed at drivers / vehicles. The nuisance caused by such behaviour, let alone the obvious dangers it poses to drivers cannot be underestimated. There are also concerns regarding ‘Laser light’ being shone in the direction of aircraft (including the Police Helicopter), however thankfully we have not had any reports of this happening in the village. Those who use the pens to shine at people may think it is an innocent prank but it could lead to serious injury if shone at a person’s eyes or at a vehicle. The Police will seize and destroy any Laser Pens being used to cause anti-social behaviour, and the person using them will be dealt with through our Youth Referral schemes. Alcohol Awareness Week As I write this article, we are due to commence Alcohol Awareness Week (w/c 15/9/14). This aims to raise awareness of alcohol and its effects, whilst educating people about how they can avoid the associated risks by reducing the amount they drink. From a local community policing perspective it does become more concerning to see underage boys and girls drinking alcohol around the village. The beat team keep close checks on local shops licensed to sell alcohol, and we are pleased to note that all are very
stringent in carrying out their requirements under the Challenge 25 – Drink Aware scheme. Clearly, the youths are getting there alcohol from somewhere and if officers encounter youths under 18 drinking whilst on patrols, they will have the alcohol seized and parents will receive a visit to discuss a way forward. For more information on Alcohol Awareness please visit the very informative Drinkaware.co.uk website. Anstey Gala Finally, a huge ‘well done’ to the Anstey Neighbourhood Watch and Police Volunteer teams who staffed the stalls at the recent Anstey Gala. It was a fantastic day by all accounts and as well as drumming up some new members for NHW; it also earned some much needed funds to help keep the excellent Anstey NHW scheme running. Thanks to all! As always, we would ask all residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious person(s) or activity to Police on 101 or, if you feel a crime is taking place, 999. If you have any information at all about crime please call CRIMESTOPPERS. Your call will always be free, we won’t ask your name and you may even receive a cash reward. Just call – 0800 555 111
Burglary - 6 (non Dwelling) (Business Premises, Shed, Garage, Etc) - Gladstone St, Cropston Rd x 2, Melody Ave, Park Rd, Crown PH Theft of Motor Vehicle (inc Attempts) – 1 Woodgon Rd (m/cycle) Theft from Motor Vehicle - 0 (inc Attempts) – Damage to Motor Vehicle – 2 Cropston Rd, Latimer St Criminal Damage Dwelling – 0 Criminal Damage - 1 (non Dwelling) (Business Premises, Shed, Garage Etc) – Martin High School (fence) Theft Store – 0 Theft Cycle – 2 Hollow Rd, Cropston Rd Theft Property - 3 Stadon Rd Park, Latimer PS (grounds), Martin High School (grounds)
PC 3109 Georgie LOCKTON / PCSO 6662 Phil WRIGHT Anstey Safer Neighbourhood Team Charnwood Local Policing Unit
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We are taking part in a National “ Learn to Sing” course starting on Monday 29th September at 7-30pm plus the following two Mondays 6th & 13th October at the Birstall Social Club,Wanlip Lane, Birstall LE4 4JS, culminating at the end of the week on Friday 17th of October with what is known in Barbershop as an “Afterglow Concert” at the Social Club, this concert will be in aid of LOROS. Everybody is welcome and there will be other choruses joining us from Peterborough, Nottingham, Derby, Long Eaton, Coventry and the West Midlands so it will be a great evening’s entertainment. We invite all men who can sing, even those who think they can’t, to come and join us on all four days and have a lot of fun. Any and all music materials will be supplied by the club. Give me a call, Jan Hunt on 0116 267 5339 or email me at jansbolt@btinternet.com to book your place.
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David Snartt Reports... County Councillor for Bradgate Division. - Borough Councillor for Forest Bradgate. It is this time of the year when many events take place within communities, this year a lot on Saturday 6th September. All these events bring together families to enjoy the many varied activities and displays on offer.
does adversely impact upon parking provision on-street. This needs to be reviewed by the Local Planning Authority as an amenity issue". The response also talks about the potential re-location of the bus stop on Leicester Road, stating "there has been initial resistance to this proposal, however, should planning permission be granted, it is recommended that this is investigated further" Going on to say "it should be noted that any relocation would be subject to the usual consultation procedures and any re-location is not guaranteed".
Once again I must congratulate all the local committees for organising these excellent events, I understand how much time is dedicated to make these events such a success and everything just right on the day. I attended three of them, Anstey Gala, which once again was well supported by local people, it was good to see so many young people enjoying the activities available. I also managed to attend two of the Horticultural and Craft Shows on the day, being a keen gardener it is always a pleasure to see so many excellent exhibits, indeed the standard seems to be very high this year, always makes me wonder where I went wrong! Once again I presented the prizes at the Thurcaston and Cropston 31st Annual Show.
I have indicated all along that I could not support any proposal that reduces car parking spaces in The Nook. I believe retail businesses have enough challenges without having any reduction on car parking also noting the disruption to business whilst the alterations to central roundabout are taking place. I also question the merit about the potential relocation of the Leicester Road bus stop. In my view, this should be resolved before any decisions on granting planning permission are made. I understand this application may be coming forward to a Planning Committee at Charnwood Borough Council during October. Hopefully I will be able to speak against this proposal as, in my view, this will have a detrimental effect on the retail businesses of Anstey and an amenity issue for local residents.
Update, Planning Applications. I have had several meetings about the proposed development on Cropston Road, Anstey. This is for up to 160 dwellings, public open space and various other associated works. The consultation response from the Highway Authority is now available, this responding to the mitigation proposals for The Nook. The scheme proposed has changed from the double mini roundabouts to the latest proposal that involves alterations to the existing parking bays to the east and south of the junction and relocating the central island within The Nook. It is acknowledged this will reduce the car parking capacity within The Nook area, stating "that the proposed mitigation, whilst addressing capacity issues
Highway Update. A few reports ago I gave you details about Traffic Regulation changes in Newtown Linford. This was in response to a petition from a resident to install double yellow lines on Bradgate Road adjacent to the entrance to Bradgate Park. This was also an opportunity to make adjustments to parking in other nearby locations which have been reported as causing issues within the village. Therefore included in the recent consultation were adjustments to parking on Groby Lane, Groby Lane Service Road and Main Street. I await the information from the consultation before moving the process forward. After receiving information about another accident at the Roecliffe crossroads. I have asked for the road markings to be re-painted and the hedge cut back to give a better sight line when coming from Swithland. I have also had conversations with officers at the County Council about looking into a scheme that would try to mitigate the high level of accidents at this crossroads. I am afraid that once again the speed of vehicles travelling
along this road is the main reason for most of the accidents, in spite of the speed restrictions that are in place. Launch of Your Shire Community Grants. The County Council has launched the new Your Shire Community Grants Scheme, which is aimed at providing small grants (up to £2,500) to community groups, local charities, voluntary organisations, parish councils, social enterprises and schools. The grant is available to help these organisations to provide community services which support vulnerable people, promote independence and reduce demand for public services. The County Council has made available £160,000 per annum for the scheme and funding will be available in two rounds with £80.000 of funding per round. The allocation is based on a number of county wide themes: • Encouraging young people to reach their potential: • Getting active in the community: • Supporting older people to live independently: • Supporting vulnerable people in the community: • Eating healthily for less. The closing date for all round one applications is 19th October. For further information on the process visit www.leicestershireforums.org The County Council is keen that this new grant reaches as many community groups and organisations as possible. In the Right Place. The County Council is consulting on the draft school and other educational places strategy for Leicestershire 2014-18. The Council are consulting because they want children and young people to enjoy their learning, make good progress and achieve high standards. To do this the Council needs to ensure that Leicestershire schools offer first class facilities and have sufficient places available. Above all, delivering the Council's key priorities will ensure that we have the right number of
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school places in the right locations, at the time they are needed. The consultation runs until Friday 17th October. More information about the proposed strategy is on the webpage www.leics.gov.uk/haveyoursay/schoolplaces Cutting the Amount of Landfill Rubbish. Charnwood Borough Council is continuing the drive to reduce the amount of rubbish going to landfill. Some residents still have the over sized 360 litre black wheelie bins which the Council will be swapping for smaller bins. The smaller bins are usually enough for the average family and many residents already have them. People can still request a larger black bin but they will usually only be given on medical reasons and in exceptional circumstances. All cases will be considered on their own merits and any resident who has concerns should contact the council. For more information about the refuse and recycling collection service e-mail cleaner.greener@charnwood.gov.uk or call 01509 634563.
If you need to contact me on any issue write to 10 Groby Lane, Newtown Linford, Leicester. LE6 0HH e-mail david.snartt@leics.gov.uk or telephone 01530 244804.
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THE MONDAY CLUB ANSTEY. CROPSTON, THURCASTON AND ROTHLEY
Monday, 8th September proved to be one of those joyously brilliant sunny days we sometimes get in this month of the year, which helped Members to come along for our 11th Harvest Bring and Buy. The Harvest table was ably filled with assorted vegetables, salads, fruit, apples galore, home-made jams and marmalades, tinned soups and tempting cakes. All the produce was purchased, resulting in a very satisfying sum of £87 Following the Sales Table, a very informative talk was given by Mrs Sue Foreman on her work with the “Phoenix Trading Company” making, demonstrating and selling Cards to all kinds of groups. Sue decided to join this Company to aid fund-raising for the Joe Humphries Memorial Trust. Sue and her family were friends of the Humphries family and she wanted to give her support. Joe Humphries was 14 and was a very fit 6’3” athletic young man, known as the “Gentle Giant”. He died unexpectedly when out jogging around Rothley and only a short
distance away from his home. Several local people went to his aid but to no avail, as Joe had died from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome, SAD. The Memorial Trust was set up by Joe’s father Steve Humphries, who was previously a Leicester City Goalkeeper, in Memory of his Son to raise awareness and support for other children with this condition. Currently the Trust is working with The East Midlands Ambulance Service to promote life-saving Courses. We were pleased to hear that Sue was able to fundraise £50 from the sale of her cards to our Members. With our customary refreshments, in celebration of Birthdays for Sue Wakerley and Maja Tompkins ,we enjoyed luscious cakes and a large tin of Chocolates. Our next meeting will be on October 13th, when we shall welcome Mrs. Jackie Partner giving a talk on “Bits and Pieces”. This will be very enjoyable. Do come along!
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to prevent the wind from damaging them. Cut back perennials that have finished flowering and clear the borders of weeds and debris. Consider using a mulch to keep the ground weed free and to provide some insulation for the plants during the winter. Finish harvesting peas and beans. Harvest pumpkins before the first frost. Plant overwintering onions and garlic. Cut back the fruited canes of summer raspberries and tie in next years’ fruiting canes. Clear the straw from around the base of strawberries and give them a good haircut to encour-
age new growth. Use glue bands around the trunks of fruit trees to trap winter moth, earwigs and ants. Apply a winter wash to trunks and branches of fruit trees to kill overwintering pests. If you still have plants in the greenhouse remove the shading to make of the most of the light. Once the greenhouse is clear, disinfect and clean it before moving in any tender species. Remember to check these plants for pest and disease. Set the heater in case of frost. Clear the lawns of any debris and tidy up the edges. Mow if needed and if conditions allow. Aerate and top dress ready for the winter. New turf can also be planted now. Hedges can have their final cut of the year too. Net ponds to prevent leaves from falling into the water and consider encouraging birds into the garden to eat and pests that are about. Then retire to the sofa with a cup of coffee ready for Strictly and Downton!
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LCFC LEGENDS DAY LOTS OF FUN! The Nomads & Swifts worked hard to ensure everything would be set up right and when the day came around we couldn’t have asked for better. It was beautiful sunny day, and the crowds turned out to enjoy the special sporting occasion together. The day was kicked off with the young Swifts mini-soccer teams showing what they’ve learnt so far, and judging by their abilities already it looks like Anstey’s got some future stars in our ranks. The Leicester Legends game was fun to watch as they beat our Anstey Greats 7-2. The legends were captained by Steve Walsh, with goals from Carl Heggs who scored a hat-trick, former Nomads’ and Leicester player Matt Piper was also on target. Guest players Rendall Monroe and former Leicester Tigers winger Steve Booth were also on the score sheet, with Booth getting two. A spokesman for the Legends thanked all those involved for a truly great day and how well we looked after the Legends players. On behalf of both clubs we would like you express our thanks to all of those that attended for making it a superb day!
Swifts Under 11 girls enjoy the start of the season
The Swifts Under 11 girls of the 2014 season are excited to have begun the season in style with a new kit sponsored by Roy Green Estate Agents. They have trained hard over the summer period to form a completely new team which consists of year 5 and 6 girls from local schools. Some had played last year as a 5-a side development team which gave them the skills to progress to the 7-a-side format, whilst others are new to football. They have played three matches so far and suffered a tough couple of defeats but were delighted to have earned a 3-1 away win in their most recent match against Blaby and Whetstone. At the point of writing this article they are 7th in the league which is a great achievement. We are really excited about their progress and potential with some great talent in the squad. The development of girls football in Anstey is growing in popularity with the Swifts now having teams in both the under 11 and under 12 leagues. Additionally there is an under 7 academy group and a budding under 9 team who are soon to play friendly matches. If your daughter is interested in playing football please feel free to come along to one of our training sessions which are on Saturday mornings at 10am on the Stadon Road Recreation ground. We welcome players of all abilities and aim to progress all to play matches. Alternatively contact Valerie Hayes, Club Secretary 0116 2365322
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It’s been a packed month for all at the Nomads. Our Under 16’s kicked off their Nomads’ life by stringing together a series of wins including 4-2 against Romulus FC, 3-1 against Athletico Rangers and 6-0 against Burton Colts. Our Under 18’s Youth played in the F.A. Youth Cup and were unlucky not to progress into the next round having lost to Matlock Town 2-3. Other cup action hasn’t been successful either with the first team out of the Vase and Reserves knocked out of the Beacon Bitter League Cup by Thurmaston Nirvana Reserves. It’s not all gloomy though as recent performances have shown some promise in all squads and even when results haven’t gone our way, we still have plenty of positives to build on.
Nomads U18's vs Gresley Youth 01/10/2014 - 19:30 - (LMFYL) Davidson Park, Cropston Road Swifts U12 Girls v Barwell and Burbage Foxes 05/10/2014 - 11:30 - League Stadon Road, Recreation Ground Nomads U18's vs Barrow Town Youth 08/10/2014 - 19:30 - LMFYL Davidson Park, Cropston Road
There’s always plenty on down the Nomads. You can come watch your local play on: Wednesday evenings for the Under 18’s, Saturday mornings for the Under 16’s, and Saturday afternoon and occasional midweek games on Tuesday evening for our First and Reserve teams. As always keep your eyes on the Nomads website for the latest news, match reports and events. To do so just head over to www.clubapplive.com/ansteynomadsfc, the site works great on all smartphones so there’s even more reason to keep your eye on our Anstey Nomads this season!
Fireworks and Laser Spooktacular
Swifts U11 Girls v Oadby and Wigston United 12/10/2014 - 10:30 - League Stadon Road, Recreation Ground
Anstey Nomads vs Barrow Town 11/10/2014 - 15:00 - EMCL Davidson Park, Cropston Road
Following the success of last year’s event the Nomads are proud to announce and Swifts This years’ event is sponthat the Firework event will be returning on Saturday 1st November. sored by Roy Green Estate Agents and promises to be bigger and better than before. As a laser show running throughout be well as two professional firework displays there will also the whole night alongside family disco, BBQ, bar, dancers and much more. all to join us in you There will be a spooky Halloween theme this year and we encourage fancy dress. For the children there will a competition for the best costume and we hope to have the spookiest pageant ever seen in Anstey! We also invite all visitors to decorate and bring a pumpkin for our special ‘design a pumpkin’ competition which also will have a fantastic prize. Gates open from 5:30pm with the main shows starting shortly after. The entry prices are £10 value. for a family ticket, £5 for adults, and £2 for concessions, which represents great family Please be aware that there will be no parking available on site. hope to see We can guarantee an enjoyable night for all that attend and you there! Look out for local advertising for further details.
Swifts U14 v Rothley Rangers 12/10/2014 - 10:30 - League Mears Meadow
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Nomads Res vs Anstey Town 14/10/2014 - 19:30 - SENIOR1 Davidson Park, Cropston Road
vs Ellistown & Ibstock United Anstey Nomads 14/10/2014 - 19:45 - EMCL Park, Cropston Road Davidson
Swifts U11 v Thringstone Miners 12/10/2014 - 10:30 - League Mears Meadow
Nomads U18's vs Saffron Dynamo Youth 15/10/2014 19:30 League Cup Davidson Park, Road Cropston
Sports Nomads Res vs Ratby 18/10/2014 - 15:00 - SENIOR1 Davidson Park, Cropston Road
Swifts U12 v Highfield Rangers 19/10/2014 - 10:30 - League Mears Meadow
Nomads U18's vs Guru Nanak Gurdwara 22/10/2014 - 19:30 - LMFYL Davidson Park, Cropston Road
Anstey Nomads vs Borrowash Victoria 25/10/2014 - 15:00 EMCL Park, Cropston Davidson Road
Swifts Girls U12 Girls v Cosby - League 26/10/2014 - 11:30 Ground Road Recreation Stadon Swifts U12 v Oadby Owls Eagles 26/10/2014 - 10:30 - Cup We are really excited to have recruited new volunteers to assist with coaching and support Mears Meadow (Not to be missed!) for the club following last month’s appeal, however we are always keen for more! Swifts U16 v Borough Alliance FC Are you interested in coaching, or maybe assisting with the organisation of sport? We 26/10/2014 - 14:00 - Cup always welcome new volunteers and have a number of different roles especially with Meadow (Not be missed!) the Mears to organisation of fundraising and community events. If you would like to learn more about SportAnstey@hotmail.com this please email or speak to any of the club coaches.
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Fantastic Day Raises Over £4500 for Alex’s Wishes On Friday 29th August, Rothley Park Golf Club played host to a charity golf day in aid of Alex’s Wishes. The day started at 12pm with complimentary breakfast cob and refreshments courtesy of Edward Hands & Lewis solicitors. Once registered is was time to take to the course for a great round of golf at Rothley Park. With prizes up for grabs including longest drive sponsored by Aidan J Reed Estate Agents and nearest the pin sponsored by Premier Platform Lifts the afternoon was throughly enjoyed by everyone taking part. It was then time to meet in the bar for some well earned refreshments followed by a lovely meal courtesy of the Yorkshire Building Society. The evening was followed by the prize giving and the raffle. An excellent day for a great cause was had especially by the your local team. Emma Hallam, Founder & Director of Alex’s Wish Charity said “We raised £4,791.00 (profit for research) on the day through registration fees, raffle, mulligans, donation and charity auction. We are thrilled with how the day went. It’s now in its fourth year and we will certainly be organising another next year in September. We would like to make a special thanks to all our event sponsors who made sure this event was the success it was by covering all of our costs - HSP Tax Limited and all other sponsors – Business & Domestic (sizable donation) Yorkshire Building Services (buffet), Edwards Hands & Lewis Solicitors (breakfast), Aidan J Reed Estate Agents (Longest Drive), Premier Platform Lifts (Nearest the Pin), Moseley Brown Developments and Midland Retail Joinery. This means that every single penny raised through registration fees, raffle, mulligan and donations will go direct to the cause”.
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Tattoo by Alex - 1st Midlands tattooist with top 4-Star award Alex Chapman, owner of Tattoo by Alex at Feelgood Farm, Groby Road, Anstey, has become the first tattooist in the Midlands to achieve the prestigious 4-Star top quality award under a new Tattooing Registration and Rating system, recently introduced by Charnwood Borough Council. Based on near-clinical standards, the new quality standard is based on the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health scheme, recently adopted across Wales, and increasingly by progressive local authorities in England. "Tattooing is a serious business," says Alex, "People should think very carefully about it - where to go, and their chosen designs obviously. Aftercare is very important too. Look at the tattoo artist's work. Ask for advice and information, and definitely ensure the studio is safe and meets proper registration and quality standards."
Alex Chapman with his 4-star award, and Stuart Adkins, Specialist Environmental Health Officer, Charnwood BC
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The Martin High School... Sporting Achievements
The Half Way Stage We have reached the half way stage in our conversion to an 11-16 MHS. All the signs are good. The students are really enjoying stopping on. They are working hard. The older ones are achieving well on their GCSE courses.
Growing but keeping the personal touch
We have grown from 630 students in July 2013 to 911 students in September 2014. Our challenge has been to maintain the intimacy and the personal touch that this school is known for. All the signs are good. The Year 7 are reporting how much they are enjoying their new school. All our students talk about how their school is caring, understanding as well as challenging. That’s the balance that we all want.
The school is expanding. We lots of have had new building this summer with 2 science food a new art/textiles and laboratories, for shortly to be built room and a new library the end of October. We are still short of a sports hall but we have confidence that this built shortly. will be
We are looking forward to a further year of team success the quality and that reflects level of sport that is taught and learned are Our students the school. throughout one from taught learn to work in teams, another and learn from both victory and defeat.
Last year was a bumper year for the MHS. We enjoyed success across a wide range of sports. Our football team was in the last 8 national championship. English in the schools Our Our volleyball champions. team, county rugby teams achieved considerable success against older sides. We swept the local a games, achieving Leicestershire athletics first in every single event!
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What’s coming up in the autumn term?
We are discussing with the Parish and County Councils whether the Anstey Library should be set up as a part of our new library You will be aware that the LA development. is cutting library services. We want to ensure continues the library service that if possible, in Anstey. community for all the
for the first time in GCSE Science. 67% of our students 10 were examined Last summer our Year have when achieved grade A-C and 92%, grade A-D. These are stunning first results. Particularly
All parents will be aware that the Local Authority has from 2015 withdrawn its transport service for all new year 7’s. Rest assured that the Martin School will ensure that a transport service to and from the school is maintained for every student living in the catchment area or around the catchment area. For more information, go onto our website in October.
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30th September – 3rd October Open Week for year 6 and their families members of the community and other to book in and visit the school.
Saturday 18th October to Monday 27th October is Half Term.
October, 27th Monday The new Martin High School library is opened.
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The opening game on the last Saturday in August was away at Victoria park where a squad of 16 traveled to play Aylestone Athletic. New players to the squad were Matt Bishop, Josh Smalley and Andrew Pollock, with Pete Davies returning after a few years rest. A great start to the season resulted in a 38-27 win for Anstey. Buoyed by this success it was off to Burbage for the first September game a week later. This time Anstey struggled getting into a position of being 36-7 down with three quarters of the match played. However a final spurt saw a recovery to finish loosing 36-19 A week later it was a Home game for the first time on a warm sunny afternoon it was time to welcome Leicester Forest and the return of Anstey veterans Reuben Ward and Matt Gilbert. A very tight match with a 0-0 scoreline at halftime. It was still no score with minutes to go when a move from Matt Belcher, saw Aaron Mahoney score under the posts and David Hobbs to convert, giving us a 7-0 win.
New players always welcome, just contact Matt Belcher or Ian Pollock. The Clubhouse is upstairs at the Coach & Horses and the ground is the plating field behind Anstey Martin School on Link Road.
The 2014/15 has started very well for your local rugby team.
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OCTOBER’S NEWS FROM ANSTEY NHW END TO ROAD TAX DISCS From October 1st the DVLA will no longer be issuing tax discs to newly taxed vehicles. The Police have now got ANPR (automatic number plate recognition) cameras in their vehicles, so to save money they will no longer be issuing anymore tax discs to display in vehicles.
DARK NIGHTS AHEAD With the nights getting darker earlier now is the time to think about keeping your property safe in the dark. If you are getting home when your house is already in the dark, or going out later, please start thinking about your house security. Think about obtaining a 24 hr timer, or a light which comes on from dusk to dawn. If you get home when its already in darkness, put a light on before you leave. Outside of your property think about installing a security light, especially in the back of your property, to protect your shed/garage from intruders. I have been invited to give a talk on Crime Prevention at the Anstey Wives meeting on Monday 29th September at the Methodist Church, in The Nook starting at 7.30pm. come along and see what security items I have for sale.
ANSTEY GALA Thank you to everyone who visited our stall at the recent Anstey Gala. The Guess the Teddy competition was won by Holly who guessed “Chelsea”. The winning name was drawn by Martin Broomhead, Chairman of Anstey Parish Council. Thank you to Martin for making Holly a very happy little girl. Thanks to the new Coordinators who helped on the stall, and to the two men who helped us put the gazebo up and down.
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have a use by date of Sept 13. I purchased these from a different NHW group, who thought that the sell by date didn’t matter. If you have purchased one of these packs, can you please get in touch and I will swop it for one with use by Feb 15 on. There were only the few given to me with the wrong use by date on. I would also like to thank everyone who signed up to join Anstey NHW at the gala. I will try and pop round and give you your welcome packs as soon as possible (if the road you live on is already a member of Anstey NHW), and pass on your details to your coordinator. If not I will be asking, if you are interested in becoming a NHW Coordinator for your road.
I am sorry to say that the coordinator for Falcon Road, Ken Schofield has resigned as your coordinator, so if anyone from Falcon Road would like to take over from Ken, please get in touch with him as soon as possible to enable you all to receive the benefit of being in a NHW scheme. Once the Coordinator resigns then your scheme becomes nil and void and you don’t qualify for any discounts on your house insurance.
Also I would like to say a big thank you to all the members of the Gala Committee, on a job well done, especially to Louise and Mandy for organising it so well.
Once again thanks Ken for all your help in getting this scheme up and running, and I hope you find a good replacement soon.
I hope the gentleman who was taken ill at the end of the Gala is now feeling much better.
NEW SCHEMES Thanks to everyone who attended the welcome meeting the other week. I hope you found it very informative and helpful and have now all received your welcome packs and window stickers. I would like to welcome the residents of Glover Close, Highfield Street, Latimer Court, Latimer Street, Leicester Road and Ned Ludd Close to Anstey NHW. Unfortunately the new coordinators from Choyce Close, and Graves Way were unable to attend the meeting therefore your schemes couldn’t be registered. These roads on the Davidson’s Development, Freer Way, Gretton Drive and Summerfield Drive are still awaiting a coordinator. If you live in one of these roads and would be interested in taking on the role, please get in touch with me. As I have said previously, this role is not time consuming, we just need a representative to pass on information on behalf of the Police and NHW.
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ANSTEY NOMADS SHOWS ITS HEART WITH LIFE-SAVING DEFIBRILLATOR ANSTEY NOMADS and its community has been equipped with a life-saving new defibrillator, with the help of The Football Association (FA) and British Heart Foundation (BHF). In a unique partnership between the BHF and The FA, more than 900 defibrillators have been made available to clubs at Steps 1 to 6 of the National League System and clubs in the Women’s Super League to help save the lives of cardiac arrest casualties (1). ANSTEY NOMADS is the latest club to install a defibrillator, giving players, staff and fans access to the equipment needed to save lives in their community. The club was also given information about Hands-only CPR, which was made famous for the BHF by football legend Vinnie Jones (2). Two-thirds of the cost of the defibrillator was provided to the club by The FA and BHF. The remaining amount being met by the club along with a grant from ANSTEY PARISH COUNCIL. Club Chairman Tony Ford said: “This vital piece of equipment could prove to be difference between life and death and it’s a welcome addition to this club and its community. “The FA and BHF have made it possible for Anstey Nomads to be part of the drive to improve the UK’s poor cardiac arrest survival rates. Along with CPR, a defibrillator is a vital link in the chain of survival and we’re lucky that we now have the skills and equipment at the club to save a life.” Awareness around sudden cardiac arrests was heightened when former England Under-21 star Fabrice Muamba suffered a cardiac arrest in the Tottenham Hotspur versus Bolton Wanderers FA Cup tie on March 17 last year. Muamba’s story is even more remarkable as only around 1 in 5 people normally survive a witnessed, out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in the UK. A defibrillator, also known as an Automated External Defibrillator or AED, gives the heart a controlled electrical shock during cardiac arrest. For every minute that passes without CPR of defibrillation, chances of survival decrease by about 10 per cent. Research shows giving CPR and a controlled shock within five minutes of collapse provides the best possible chance of survival if CPR has been carried out as well. The British Heart Foundation has already helped place 11,000 defibrillators in the community since 1996. Since the charity launched Hands-only CPR last year, more than 30 lives have been saved by the technique. Clubs can find information about the application process by visiting www.bhf.org.uk/football
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We are holding a charity coffee morning on October 16th at Jubilee Hall from 10am till 12 noon. All proceeds will be going to Heartlink. We will have a Bric a Brac stall, Irish Bingo, a Quiz and a Raffle, also the Come and Sing choir will be performing. We have had a very busy summer and the weather has been kind to us when outdoor activities have been taking place. We’ve enjoyed visits to the National Trust properties; Quarry bank Mill, Sudbury Hall and Little Morton Hall. In July we also enjoyed a cream tea. Our other trips have included Wistow Maze, (we didn’t lose anyone!) and also Foxton Locks which was a very popular trip. We have had a variety of speakers including Jack the Barn Owl, Chocolate Tasting and Neville Maggs came along who had competed in the BT challenge yacht race a few years ago. The Choir have given some performances at the church. Our activities have included card making and quilting and they continue to be very popular, we also have walking groups, games groups and reading groups, with carpet bowls and croquet keeping a lot of us fit! Next month Christmas card making is on the list. We have 172 members and many of them belong to more than one activity group. New members are always welcome, just come along to our monthly meetings which are held on the 1st Wednesday of the month.
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A new allotment site is being prepared on the Groby Road opposite the new Davidsons housing development. There will be provision for 35 allotment plots, if you are interested in putting your name on the waiting list please forward your details to the parish office Tel: (0116) 236 2646 or email: ansteypc@btconnect.com Potential flooding of the Rothley Brook is of concern to many residents. Representatives from the environment agency will be attending the Parish Council meeting on the 14th October to talk to the Council about their maintenance programme, if you would like to hear directly from them do attend the meeting where you will be able to put your questions forward, alternatively email your questions through to the parish office and these will be forwarded. Anstey does have a vacancy for a flood warden if you would like to hear more about this voluntary position contact the parish office. Planning application P/14/0428/2 for 160 dwellings at Fairhaven Farm, Cropston Road has been amended these details can be seen via Charnwood Borough Council website. The Parish Council will be considering their response to these revised comments from LCC Highways Authority at their meeting on the 14th October 2014. Anstey Parish Council is committed to supporting local groups through their grant application process. To be consider for grant funding a completed application form should be received at the Parish Office by the 31st October, all grant application will be considered at the meeting on the 25th November 2014. Application forms can be collected from the Parish Office or from the www.ansteypc.org.uk The next film show at the Jubilee Hall will be ‘Captain Philips’ on Wednesday 29th October 2014 starting at 7pm. Tickets are on sale from the Parish Office at £4.00 each. Ongoing discussions about the future of the Anstey Library service are being considered by Leicestershire County Council, the Parish Council are keen to support any group that is willing to take over the running of the Library. We are keen to know your views, would you be willing to volunteer? A group of concerned residents have come forward and are in the process of organising to establish if it is possible to keep the Library running in Anstey.
Meetings Scheduled for 2014: 14th October / 4th November / 25th November / 16th December
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