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Alternatively, you are more than welcome to book an appointment at our stairlift assessment centre in Coalville for a free demonstration of any of our stairlifts on display.

We’re independent in the true sense of the word, and do not align ourselves with any one manufacturer. This gives us great flexibility to be able to offer a range of options to suit individual client requirements, even in the most challenging of complex situations within a home.

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On Saturday June 22nd we will be holding a dog show in the Park in Birstall. This will be part of the Annual Birstall Gala Day and I believe, will be a first for Birstall. We have 10 classes with rosette to be won by 5th to 1st places dogs and a handsome trophy for our Best in Show. We have 3 judges who have the difficult job of selecting our top dog. Lee Meyer (RSPCA Woodside Animal Centre) Ann Marshall (Chair - Birstall Parish Council) Hayley Kennington (RSPCA Queensland Australia). Hayley Kennington is an ex Birstall girl who has 34 years experience in animal welfare. She was Kennel Manager at RSPCA Woodside for many years until she emigrated to Australia. Now settled 'down under' she is Regional for She knows a good dog when she sees one!

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We will also be holding a raffle and tombola.

All proceeds will go to Sighthound rescue organisations. These types of dogs very often find themselves unwanted and abandoned through no fault of their own. Second only to Staffordshire Bull terriers they are the most commonly found in rescue kennels. Leicester Sighthounds make donations to help with emergency veterinary fees and kennel and transport costs.I

Coming to De Montfort Hall Final Acts For Summer Concerts

DE MONTFORT HALL has announced the remaining acts for their Gigs in the Gardens summer concert series. Busted, Example and Scouting for Girls will be performing in the hall grounds on Saturday 17 August. Bugzy Malone, Yxng Bane and Wretch 32 will feature on the outdoor stage on Friday 16 August.

Groove Armada and DJs Pete Tong and Danny Howard will be taking over the outdoor stage on Friday 23 August. Meanwhile, BBC Introducing East Midlands will be curating a day of local music with up-and-coming bands on Saturday 24 August.

The Gigs in the Gardens series will conclude on Monday 26 August with the Bardi Symphony Orchestra, performing popular film and stage classics including Williams’ best-loved pieces from Star Wars, ET and Raiders of the Lost Ark, before a firework encore. Kaiser Chiefs, The Vaccines and The Twang will be at the venue on Sunday 18 August. Years & Years, Jax Jones and The Stickmen will perform on Sunday 25 August.

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Summer Fete at Mountsorrel Primary School The PSFA of Christ Church and St. Peter’s Primary School will be holding its annual Summer Fete on Saturday 29th June, in the school grounds on Rothley Road, Mountsorrel from 11am to 2pm.

This promises to be a fun filled family day, with lots of exciting stalls and activities.

All funds raised will go back into the school to purchase extra classroom equipment to enhance and vary the children’s learning experiences and also supply exciting outdoor play equipment to encourage healthy, active play and to stretch the children’s imaginations.

We have had fantastic local and national support for our Grand Raffle and a long list of fabulous prizes including an amazing top prize of £100 cash, passes for Boost Trampoline Parks, vouchers for Roberts & Gray Hairdressing, Frenzy Youth Theatre, Lizzie B Pilates, Supreme Green Ltd landscaping, Michelle Fetch pet services, Waitrose, Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Climbing Club, and Leicester Riders, plus gorgeous treats from Emma’s Nail Lounge, New Dimensions, The Hair Gallery, Colours Hair and Nails, The Old School Tearooms and Deli 1880 We also have lots more great prizes yet to be revealed!

There will be something for everyone on the day, including, bouncy castle fun, face painting, village green games for the children (and any game adults!!), cake stall, bric a brac, many refreshments and a fabulous barbecue, with meats kindly and very generously supplied again by our great local butchers Roberts of Mountsorrel.

There will also be performances by the staff and children’s choirs.

If previous years are anything to go by, then this is set to be a wonderful day of fun for everyone and we would welcome you on the day. Please join us and tell your family and friends. We have a wet weather plan too so don’t be put off we are not blessed with glorious sunshine!

The fun starts at 11am with the raffle draw being held at 1.30pm and entrance is FREE.

Rothley Church Mens Church Group Raise £600 for Soar Valley Food Bank The Rothley Church Mens Church Group raised £600 from the Jonathan Veira concert on 9th March for the Soar Valley food bank.

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It’s too easy to set your home on fire SUNSHINE glinting off a reflective object in your home can be enough to set your house on fire. So warns various fire services up and down the country.

As one expert from Staffordshire Fire and Rescue stresses: “Always keep reflective items such as mirrors, glass and crystal ornaments away from direct sunlight.

Many people don’t realise that sunlight can be extremely powerful. If it is then reflected off a mirror, it can produce enough heat to ignite flammable materials.”

Tim Jackson (far right) and Ken Archer (2nd on right) from the food bank were at the Rothley Church mens church group on Monday 21st May to receive the cheque.

A home in West Sussex was gutted when sunlight began shining through a glass ornament on a living room windowsill. Another fire which engulfed several acres was started by glass bottles left outside the home.

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Assistance dog charity hosts ‘Speed Quiz’ night with an indulgent supper

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Assistance dog charity Canine Partners is holding a fun and interactive ‘Speed Quiz’ where teams also get to indulge in a Pie & Pea supper.

A former window dresser turned mature student is now learning a few new skills as Mayor of Charnwood.

The event is being held at the charity’s Midlands Training Centre in Osgathorpe, Leicestershire, on Friday 5 July 2019.

The quiz night aims to raise vital funds for the national charity that trains amazing assistance dogs to transform the lives of people with physical disabilities, boosting their confidence and independence.

The dogs are taught a range of everyday tasks including picking up and fetching items, opening doors and helping to undress a person. They can even help to load and unload a washing machine and they can fetch help in an emergency.

“Fun events like our Pie & Peas Quiz Night are vital for raising funds for the charity whilst also raising awareness in the area surrounding our two training centres in the Midlands and in the South,” says Helen Watkinson, Head of Community and National Fundraising.

“The money raised will enable us to train more amazing dogs and will help us to transform the lives of more people living with physical disabilities.”

Teams of four to six people are required to take part in the quiz and each team will need to bring one tablet or smart device on the evening. There will be a bar, raffle and other games on the evening, so participants are encouraged to bring some cash so that they can thoroughly enjoy the activities. The event starts at 6:30pm and will finish at 9pm.

To find out more please visit caninepartners.org.uk/event/canine-partnersmidlands-centre-pie-peas-quiz-night/, call Natalia Bonilla on 01530 225935 or email nataliab@caninepartners.org.uk

Loneliness week: 17th to 21st June BRITAIN is in the midst of a loneliness epidemic.

A survey by the Jo Cox Commission in 2017 revealed that nine million of us in the UK are affected by it. So, no wonder that last year the Government even appointed the world’s first loneliness minister, Tracey Crouch. And no wonder that the Marmalade Trust aims to raise awareness of isolation in the UK. Loneliness hurts you physically as well as mentally. It has even been said that it can be as bad for your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. It can raise blood pressure, and cause diabetes and obesity. Technology is a big factor: we send emails rather than talk, we have virtual team workspaces rather than speaking in person. We use LinkedIn and Facebook to keep in touch. One health expert said, “We’re getting out of the habit of actual conversations.”

People who work from home and who also live alone can go days without speaking to anyone. No wonder that the millennial generation, for whom technology accounts for an increasing percentage of their interaction, are reporting high levels of anxiety. Experts advise that you simply try and make as many social connections as you can, however brief. Make tea for someone at work, or chat to your neighbour.

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Cllr Brenda Seaton was appointed as the borough’s first citizen on Monday night (May 20) at the council’s annual meeting at Loughborough Town Hall.

The Mayor will attend hundreds of events over the coming 12 months with her Mayoress, sister Helen Johnson.

The Mayor said: “I am proud and honoured to serve as the Mayor of Charnwood. I am looking forward to the year ahead and meeting some of the wonderful people around the borough.

“Being the Mayor is a great opportunity to see how people, groups, and businesses are making a positive contribution to Charnwood.”

Cllr Seaton was born and raised in Birstall and has lived in Thurmaston for over 30 years. After leaving school aged 15, Cllr Seaton worked as a window dresser and cashier before moving into retail.

At the age of 35 she went back to school to study eight GCSEs, followed by NCQs, A-levels and then a degree with the Open University. She later worked at Longslade Community College in Birstall as a specialist maths teaching assistant and a special educational needs coordinator.

Cllr Seaton has been a borough councillor for 12 years, is also a serving Leicestershire county councillor and has been a Thurmaston parish councillor for 17 years.

Her chosen Mayoral charity is Dementia UK’s admiral nurse service. Admiral nurses provide specialist dementia support for people with dementia and their families.

Cllr Seaton’s appointment marks the end of the Mayoral year for Cllr Christine Harris.

Cllr Harris said: “I have thoroughly enjoyed my year of office and I have met some extraordinary people. It has been a privilege to serve the borough as Mayor and I would like to thank my mayoress, Cynthia BradleyStevenson for her support. I would also like thank the people who given both myself and Cynthia a warm welcome at many events over the year. We wish Brenda and Helen all the best as they take on the chains of office.”

Cllr David Snartt has been elected as Deputy Mayor and will be supported during his year of office by his wife, Deputy Mayoress Joan Snartt.

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The Charnwood Gardener

The Soil is Always Better on the Other Side

On my gardening travels I’m often amazed by how differently the same plant can perform in one garden to the next. One Phlomis fruticosa (Jerusalem sage) can be a vast clump of foliage with towering spikes of yellow flowers, whereas another just down the road is a poor, stunted specimen, barely clinging on to its impoverished existence. I once saw two Stipa gigantea (golden oats) in separate gardens but only ten metres apart – on one side the plant was forty centimetres tall with a single flower; on the other its shimmering halo of golden, hair-like panicles was well above my head.

So what’s the difference? Are some green-fingered folk blessed with magical abilities? Is there a shadowy cabal of local gardeners who share performanceenhancing plant potions? Do some gardens carry a curse, visited upon a previous owner for committing unspeakable horticultural sins (most likely involving plastic lawn ornaments)?

Talk on Stoneywell Cottage ON THE 15th April at the Woodhouse Eaves village hall The Friends of the Charnwood Forest had a talk on Stoneywell Cottage, and, in particular, its gardens.

Mr Roy Mitchell started the story of Stonewell’s history with a list of personalities and some statistics. Apparently the Cottage came into existance when, through an arrangement with a local farmer, the land was exchanged for a farm house designed and built by the Gimsons.

Later an adjoining patch of wood was purchased.

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Unlikely. Often the answer is simple: soil.

If you were a plant you would pray to the gardening gods that you were lovingly sunk into deep, loose, rich earth that had been cared for over successive seasons, overflowing with organic matter and helpful little microbes. And if your prayers were answered you’d give back all you had to give.

If, however, you were stamped into a tight hole scratched from the hard, unforgiving clay (of the kind that’s unfortunately common in these parts) you’d have every right to sulk.

JUNE TIP: You can start to improve your soil at any time of the year. Heavy, compacted soils must be dug deeply and broken up, but only once - digging regularly damages soil structure.

Incorporate lots of organic material with every new plant that goes in. Start a decent-sized compost heap for an abundant supply of soil-improving mulch and apply it liberally. .

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The Gimson family were part of the Arts and Crafts movement which was a reaction to the industry of Victorian Britain. The orginal setting of the Cottage was intended to be wild, although a few trees were planted and paths were landscaped. It was intended as a summer retreat only (plus Christmas), which is as well as the pantry regularly floode in winter. In the 1950’s Donald Gimson and his family used it as a full-time residence. He and his wife were keen gardeners; she kept meticulous notes on the garden.

By 2013 it had become too much for him, and control passed to the National Trust. It seems that this transfer was somewhat irregular financially. The talk finished with a series of pictures taken though the year which showed some of the garden’s floral highlights.

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On your marks, get set, go for the sixth Joe’s Jog! FAMILIES and young children are invited to join a charity mile-long fun run to support the work of the Joe Humphries Memorial Trust (JHMT).

The bandstand in Queen’s Park, Loughborough will come alive with the sound of music this summer. Free afternoon concerts by a number local of bands and choirs will be staged on the bandstand from May 26 to August 8.

Joe’s Jog, now in its sixth year, will take place before the Mattioli Woods Rothley 10k running event which takes place in the Leicestershire village on Tuesday 11 June, starting at 6.15pm.

Performers will include the Loughborough Concert Band, The New Orleans Hotshots Jazz Band and the Loughborough Male Voice Choir. Sylvia Wright, head of leisure and culture at Charnwood Borough Council which organises the events, said: “Queen’s Park is a lovely place to visit during the summer months and these free concerts give residents an opportunity to listen to live music while they’re visiting the park.

The inclusive and family-friendly fun run gives families and children aged seven and over the chance to be part of the Rothley 10k evening.

Joe was 14 when he collapsed and died suddenly while out jogging near his Rothley home. He was a victim of SADS – sudden arrhythmic death syndrome – a heart condition which can strike anyone at any time, particularly otherwise fit and healthy young people.

Since Joe’s death, the JHMT continues to raise awareness of SADS and sudden heart deaths. The charity provides free CPR training, helps to fund community defibrillators and campaigns for better understanding of SADS. The JHMT also runs the Inspire Awards, a small grants scheme that helps inspire young people to fulfill their potential – something which the victims of SADS are cruelly denied.

“Charnwood Museum will also be open throughout the summer months, so there’s plenty to see and do while you’re here.”

“If you’ve never been to Queen’s Park before, I’d encourage you to come along to see the park but to also enjoy some live music.”

Steve Humphries, chair of the JHMT, said: “Everyone’s welcome to come along and be part of this special evening in Rothley village - perfect for families, from babies in buggies to mums, dads taking part with their children and friends. It’s also good to see the fun run is becoming popular with local scouts and guides groups, junior sports clubs and schools. You can run, walk or jog but most important is that you just enjoy taking part! at the 6th JHMT Joe’s Jog family fun mile event.

This also brings people together in memory of Joe and helps to raise vital funds for JHMT's ongoing work to reduce the incidence of sudden arrhythmic death syndrome (SADS) in young people. “

The concerts all start at 2pm and will take place: Sunday, May 26 – Loughborough Male Voice Choir

“Nearly 400 runners took part last year – the most participants since we started Joe’s Jog – raising more than £1,400.

Sunday, June 9 – Loughborough Salvation Army Band

“There was such a great community spirit. There was a real buzz to the evening and everyone had a fabulous time. We are hoping for a huge turnout as the event is becoming more popular every year.”

Sunday, June 16 – Melbourne Town Band Sunday, July 7 – Charnwood Concert Band

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Juniors running without parental supervision need to be at least seven years old. Families are also welcome to run or walk the course with smaller children in buggies. All funds raised from Joe’s Jog will go towards JHMT’s vital work to create a heart safe community for all.

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To take part in Joe’s Jog, enter online at: http://jhmt.org.uk/joes-jog

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You will note that the above match is at home on a Wednesday. We have our first AGM on Thursday 30th May where we will be discussing the club's future and our venue sharing with the Stadon. Due to a table top skittles fixture clash, we may consider switching to a Wednesday evening instead of a Thursday evening.

If you intend to come to a club night then please call ahead before attending.

Free Chess Sessions - We are still running informal sessions for beginners or slightly more experienced players on Saturday mornings from 10am-1pm, with the help of Anstey Community Library. These sessions are for anybody that would like to learn to play chess, has some experience playing chess, or already knows how to play and would like to play some friendly games.

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May Club Nights/Fixtures Why not come and join us on a club night?

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Here is some information on how it is done and how you can prevent it from happening: Six types of keyless car theft 1. Signal relaying - Keyless systems use a simple process. Fobs emit a short-range â&#x20AC;&#x153;friendlyâ&#x20AC;? radio signal that carries only a few yards. When the associated vehicle is close by (usually within a few metres), the car recognises the signal unlocks its doors. The

same process is used for the ignition on cars with start buttons; the fob signal usually needs to be inside the car itself.

Relay thieves use wireless transmitters held up to the front door or window of a house (or the handbag/pocket of a car owner), to capture the signal from a fob and relay it to a target vehicle. An accomplice standing close to the vehicle captures the signal, fooling the car into unlocking. Once the accomplice is inside the car, the process can be repeated to start the engine.

2 Signal jamming - A device transmitting on the same radio frequency as remote key fobs is used to jam the signal that locks the car. The gadget might be in the pocket of a crook in a car park, or left in shrubbery near a driveway being targeted. When owners press the lock button on their key fob, the command is prevented from reaching their vehicle and it remains unlocked. Thieves are left with an open door.

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Every car sold for more than a decade has been required to have a standard diagnostic port fitted. This is typically located in the front footwell. Computer hackers have developed devices that plug into the port, boot up a vehicleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s software and then program a blank key fob.

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engine as well as unlock the doors. The time needed for the programming process is as short as 14 seconds. The cost of programming gadgets on foreign websites is as low as ÂŁ10.

4 Close range testing - Some keyless fobs may still be in range of the car when if left inside the house near enough to the vehicle. Thieves can discreetly check by trying the door handles, which may unlock the doors, but are unlikely to be able to drive off in the car if they do get inside: keyless systems require a fob to be inside the car before the engine will start.

3 Fit old-fashioned locks - Buy a steering wheel lock, which makes driving away almost impossible and would significantly delay the theft of your car, meaning thieves will be deterred for fear of being caught in the act. You may also be able to fit a lock to your diagnostic port, preventing wired computer hacking.

Even if owners do not fall victim to thieves, they may end up with a flat battery because the proximity of the key keeps electronic systems on standby.

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armed with advanced gadgets are thought to lie in wait for desirable cars. When the owner locks the doors, the signal is captured by the device, which then calculates the unlock code.

Though there is little evidence this method is currently being used, some experts are convinced it is a looming threat. Others say it is impossible.

4 Fit a tracker - If you have a valuable car, tracker devices are essential, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d say. It means that unusual activity is monitored and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re sent an alert if it looks like the car isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t where it should be, and cars can be followed via GPS if stolen.

5 Switch off at night - Some key fobs can be switched off. Find out if yours can, and do so at night.

6Â Consider CCTV - Like trackers, CCTV cameras arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t guaranteed to prevent your car being stolen. However, they can be a handy deterrent to put potential robbers off from stealing your car and, if they do decide to nick your set of wheels, the footage can make it easier for police to find your missing motor and the people who stole it.

6 App hacking - This method is rarely used but could become popular as car makers attempt to connect their vehicles with ownersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; smartphones. Apps that allow drivers to unlock their car can let thieves do the same thing on their own phone if they can log in to the app as the vehicleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s owner. All they need is the password, which they may steal or guess.

7 Software updates - With cars becoming more and more connected, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more crucial than ever to keep car thieves at bay having the latest software installed on your vehicle.

Some manufacturers let you download updates from their website and transfer them to your car with a USB storage device, and Tesla vehicles can be updated over-the-air when theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re connected to the Internet through a WiFi router. Speak to your dealer to find out about vehicle software updates, and whether your carmaker is bringing in new keyless fobs with added security.

How to avoid keyless car theft 1 Look for the flash - Whenever you lock your car, whether by touching the door handle or clicking the button on a remote, make sure the indicators flash and mirrors fold (if you have that functionality), and listen for the clunk of locks.

2 Block the signal - To prevent relay theft at home, find a safe place for your keys, out of sight and out of range of the car. You may want to store them in an aluminium tin or signal blocking box. Some believe storing the fob in a microwave oven works, but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be wary of that. Whatever, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just assume you signal blocking solution works; be sure to test its efficacy.

8 Neighbourhood watch - Be vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour in your neighbourhood to the police.

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