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SIR David Attenborough honoured his great friend, conservation pioneer and WWF creator, Sir Peter Scott, by opening a new day house in his name at Oundle School, which Sir Peter attended as a boy. The house emblem bears the image of a shoveler duck drawn by Sir Peter as a pupil at Oundle in the 1920s. Together with Sir Peter Scott’s daughter Dafila, Sir David spent time in the beautifully restored Grade I listed home for the first years at Oundle School, talking to pupils about Sir Peter and his legacy. He has said he views Sir Peter as the patron saint of conservation and was delighted to come to Oundle and honour his friend. At a talk in the Great Hall at Oundle School, pupils were thrilled to hear Sir David speak about his friendship with Sir Peter, and how much he had been inspired by him to follow his own amazing journey of highlighting the dangers to the natural world. He spoke movingly of Sir Peter as ‘the kindest of men and the greatest of British citizens’ before making everyone laugh about Sir Peter’s love for the Loch Ness Monster. Head Sarah Kerr-Dineen said: “Having Sir David with us to honour the memory of Sir Peter Scott
has been a privilege. “We were so pleased he accepted our invitation and the children who met him and heard his inspiring talk will always remember this day.” Fiona Quiddington, housemistress of Scott House, is keen to ensure the pupils learn and become inspired by the life Sir Peter led, in preserving conservation locally and further afield. She said: “Scott House represents a new era at Oundle School. “To be named after a man who led such a diverse and fascinating life not only a world-renowned conservationist but a naval officer, painter and Olympic sportsman - Scott House hopes to inspire every child who passes through its doors. “Knowledge of the natural world is being lost with every generation and we will educate and engage our pupils to ensure they take a natural lead in conservationefforts going forward.” It was Sir Peter’s father Captain Robert Falcon Scott who, in his last letter from the Antarctic as part of the ill-fated Terranova expedition, gave the
Pet owners told to take heed of law changes
NEW legislation has come into effect, overhauling current animal licencing laws. Changes impact how residents and local businesses buy and sell pets, use day care or animal boarding services and keep and train animals for exhibitions. Anyone selling pets, and dog breeders operating as a business or breeding more than three litters a year, needs to apply for a licence from the council. Adverts selling pets must now include, the licence number, name of local authority issuing the licence, a photograph and age of the pet and the county of origin and residence of the pet. Council officers said if people are looking to buy a pet, it is important they look out for these factors to make sure the person selling is doing so legitimately.
The change in legislation requires anyone offering day care or home-boarding to apply for a licence from the council. Before using these services, residents are asked to be mindful and make sure anyone providing these services holds the correct licence. Leader of East Northamptonshire Council Steven North said: “The changes in animal licensing laws will help to further protect animal welfare, and ensure anyone selling and breeding pets or offering home-boarding services is responsible when caring for animals. “I would urge anyone who is unsure about how these changes might affect them to contact our licensing team.” The team can be contacted on 01832 742102.
instruction to Sir Peter’s mother, Kathleen, to “make him interested in natural history.” He spent his entire life following his parents’ ideals, passing the mantle on to the world through his global and local initiatives to protect wildlife. Sir David became close to Sir Peter in the 1950s and 1960s when they both worked for the BBC, presenting
wildlife programmes. Sir Peter was a pupil at Oundle School between 1923 and 1927 in School House.
Pictures show, bottom, left, Sir David Attenborough unveiling the plaque for Scott House, and right, Sir David joining staff and pupils from Oundle School outside the building.
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Quiz night raises money for trip to Ecuador
RAUNDS Deputy Mayor, Lee Wilkes, and his consort councillor Helen Howell, were delighted to represent the town council in supporting the Manor School Quiz. Organised by quizmaster and teacher James Guest, the event raised a magnificent £1,926. The quiz helped raise funds towards a school trip for students to Ecuador, where they will volunteer to help improve the lives of local people as well as developing life-changing personal skills. Last year, the school held a similar event to raise funds for their 2018 trip to Zanzibar. For more details visit www.raunds-tc.gov. People can also visit the school’s website at www.manorschool.northants. sch.uk.
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Work starts on council changes CHIEF executives and leaders of the eight councils in Northamptonshire are now meeting weekly in order to prepare for the creation of two new authorities in the county so they can hit the ground running if the Secretary of State decides to go ahead with the restructure. The immediate focus is the Structural Change Orders, which are largely technical documents but which will need to include details such as the number of councillors proposed for each new authority. Decisions on the design and structure of services will be made by the shadow authorities, which are expected to be established in
spring 2019. In the meantime, all decision making will continue to go through each council’s democratic system to ensure options are openly debated and robust decisions reached. In order to help inform future decisions, preparatory work will include talking to exemplary unitary councils to learn best practice and to ensure that this transition is as smooth as possible. Key stakeholders and partners will also be involved in that process in the coming months to make sure challenges are understood and solutions are built into the design of the new services.
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THE Candy Bars will make sweet music when they perform at Higham Ferrers Working Mens’ Club as part of the Remembrance Day commemorations on Sunday, November 11, from noon to 4pm. The local duo includes Rushden singer Odette Green,
who has also lined up other gigs for the coming weeks, at The Fox Inn in Thrapston on Saturday, November 10, The Rose and Crown in Rushden on Saturday, November 17 and The Carpenter’s Arms, Irchester, on Saturday, November 24.
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Project sees pupils get a taste of life behind bars PUPILS from East Northamptonshire had a unique opportunity to learn about the causes, consequences and penalties of crime with the hope it will inspire them to always remain lawabiding citizens. Year nine students from Manor School, Raunds, attended the Crime Awareness Day and were joined by Chairman of East Northamptonshire Council Wendy Brackenbury, Thrapston and Raunds Rotary Club President, Robert How and Rotarian Mike Clements. Pupils were divided into groups, and each attended six scenarios, led by an ex-offender, police officers, exprison staff, The Raunds Fire Service and The Red Cross. The scenarios focussed on antisocial behaviour, child grooming, harassment and carrying an offensive weapon. A portable prison cell was brought in to illustrate life being locked away. Anthony, an ex-offender, spoke about his life from being a young boy from a law-abiding family in London to becoming involved in drugs and gangs, which led to 21 years behind bars. He told pupils how he has changed his life by getting an education and is now a full member of society. Set up by prison officers in 1993, Prison Me! No Way! is an educational
charity which aims to raise awareness among young people about the causes, consequences and penalties of crime, which so far has reached more than five million young people. The Prison Me! No Way! event was sponsored by four councillors from East Northamptonshire Council, Glenvil Greenwood-Smith, Tony Boto, Lance Jones and Peter Wathen, who provided £950 from the Member Empowerment Fund. It provides councillors with the opportunity to fund a variety of causes to benefit the local community Two members of Thrapston and Raunds Rotary, Roxhill Properties, Mr and Mrs Chapple also sponsored the event and were all thanked by head of year nine at the school, Matt Sturgess. Council chairman Cllr Wendy Brackenbury, said: “The Member Empowerment Fund provides us councillors with the opportunity to support a number of local projects. “I am so pleased funding helped the school to deliver such a fantastic event for students, and provide them with the opportunity to learn about the causes of crime and the consequences it can have.” For more information about Prison Me! No Way! visit www.pmnw.co.uk
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Town marks more than 100 years of scouting with help from a special visitor MP Tom Pursglove helped celebrate more than 100 years of Irthlingborough Scouts at the group’s newly refurbished headquarters, thanks to support from the Big Lottery Fund, the largest funder of community activity in the UK. Mr Pursglove, visited 1st Irthlingborough Scout Group on Saturday at the Harold Bugby Scout Centre, which recently received a renovation after being awarded more than £6,000 of National Lottery funding from the Big Lottery Fund. As part of the refurbishment, requested by young people who attend the Scout group, new double glazed windows have been installed to help save energy. Inside, the building has been re-decorated to create a more warm and welcoming place for weekly activities. The improvement work began in May of this year, and was completed to coincide with the Scout group’s 110th anniversary. Mr Pursglove MP was joined by scouting leaders, young scouts, Mayor Matthew Maedge, local councillors and a Big Lottery Fund representative to
celebrate the milestone and view a display of memorabilia and historic photographs. Chairman at 1st Irthlingborough Scout Group Lyle Abbott said: “We were really excited to unveil our newly refurbished building and celebrate 110 years of scouting in Irthlingborough. “Thanks to National Lottery players, we can provide an improved space for local young people to come together, socialise and learn new skills. “We shared historic stories and photos of how the local scouts here began, when a group of young men met under a street lamp by The Cross over a century ago!” James Harcourt, England Grant Making Director at the Big Lottery Fund, said: “It’s great to see people in Irthlingborough join together to celebrate this fantastic achievement within their local community. “We’re delighted to have funded this building refurbishment, which will provide a vital space to bring children and young people together, so they can meet new friends and learn invaluable life skills.”
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RUSHDEN Town Council has announced the 'Celebrate Rushden 2019' event will take place from Saturday, June 8, to Sunday, June 16 and has invited all town organisations and businesses interested in organising an event during the week to telephone the town council on 01933 316216. Some funding will be available.
Church events
ST Peters Church in Irthlingborough will hold a coffee morning on Saturday, November 17, from 10am to noon, with proceeds going to Christian Aid The church will also host a Christmas fair, on Saturday, November 24 from 11am to 2pm, to raise funds. ON Thursday November 29, a Christmas floral designs demonstration will be held by Rushden Flower Club at The Full Gospel Church Hall, High Street South, from 7.30pm. Admission is £4 for members and £8 for non-members and Richard Twiselton will be demonstrating his Christmas Flora Designs for 2018, which at the end of the evening will be won by lucky members of the audience. Contact 01933 410280 for further details.
SIXTY-four specials volunteered 660 hours, carrying out 64 warrants at addresses across Northamptonshire and making 11 arrests. The volunteer special constables targeted addresses and people who were wanted for various offences. In addition to the warrants, the specials also assisted regular officers with incidents across the county. Specials chief officer Mike Maywood, said: “The day of action was a great show of strength from our Specials working with their regular colleagues, targeting problem areas across the county. “In the year to date, our specials have worked more 75,500 hours, across almost 10,000 tours of duty, fighting crime and protecting communities.
Bird meetings
THE next meeting of the mid-Nene RSPG group will be on Thursday, November 15, at The Saxon Hall in Raunds, where there will be talk on Stone-Curlew by Emily Field, from 7.30pm. The group is also holding a coach trip on Sunday, November 18, to Rutland Water. The cost will be £18 and includes a permit. Contact 01933 460644 for further details and how to book.
Acclaimed film to air in town The entry fee includes teas, coffees and cakes. The hall will also host a coffee morning on Wednesday, November 7, from 1.30pm to 3pm. The World War One themed event also costs £1 and seats can again be reserved by contacting 01933 622087.
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Lest we forget – towns get ready to remember the fallen this month TOWNS and villages are getting ready for the annual Remembrance Day parades and services on November 11. In Rushden, the Remembrance Service and Parade will be held at the Rushden War Memorial at 10.50am. From 10.15 the Parade starts to form in Robinson Road ready to march off at 10.35. In Higham Ferrers, the Remembrance Service is on the Market Square, at 10.45am. In Thrapston, various events are being held in the run-up to Remembrance Sunday, which will see a service from 10.55am to 11.10am at the New War Memorial, followed by the Walk of Remembrance to Oundle Road cemetery, where Poppy Crosses are laid on the graves of the five war dead buried in the cemetery. The parade will leave The Plaza with a service to follow at St James Church. Raunds also has a strong tradition of supporting the armed forces and each year the Remembrance Sunday commemorations go from strength to strength. This year, Raunds Town Council and the Royal British Legion hope it will be ther biggest parade so far and is encouraging local groups, organisations,
businesses, schools and families of active and exservicemen and women to take part. The parade will leave from the town hall, (opposite the Co-Op), at 2.20pm, to the War Memorial in front of St Peter’s Church. The parade is led by the Raunds Temperance Band, the Mayor and councillors together with local schools, organisations, businesses and residents. The Royal British Legion provides financial, social and emotional care and support to all members of the British Armed Forces - past and present and their families. In Irthlingborough, a series of events will take place in conjunction with the neighbouring town of Finedon, including a lone piper playing at the War Memorial at 6am. For more details of the events contact the council on 01933 650866. Visit www.britishlegion.org.uk for details of national initiatives. Turn to page 8 to see a fantastic poppy display to commemorate the end of the First World War 100 years ago in Denford.
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how to ContaCt your CounCillor Cllr D. Drage Tel: 01933 410884 Cllr Mrs A Gardner Email: Redley.ang4@gmail.com Cllr R.J. Gell* Tel: 01933 359237
Cllr C. O’Rourke Deputy Mayor Tel: 01933 411472 Cllr B.A. Prigmore Tel: 01933 386225 Cllr A.M.T. Reading Tel: 01933 411361
Cllr R.D. Hamblin Tel: 01933 413268
Cllr Mrs C. Reavey Tel 01933 413713
Cllr H.L. Jackson Tel; 01933 314963
Cllr Mrs A.M. Sauntson* Tel: 01933 357212
Cllr D.C. Lawson MBE Tel: 01933 397760
Cllr J. Smithers** Mayor 2018/19 Tel: 07779 137081
Cllr Mrs S.A. Mantle Tel: 01933 356838
Cllr P. Tomas Tel: 01933 359688
Cllr Mrs V.M. Newbery Tel: 01933 311062
Cllr Mrs P H Whiting* Tel: 01933 356717
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Town Clerk – Mrs Sandra Mitcham BA (Hons), FILCM Assistant Town Clerk – Alicia Schofield Administration Officer – Mrs Julie Morriss Administration/Finance Officer – Donna Anderson Parks and Open Spaces Wardens – Chris Spring & Chris Butcher Mayor’s Sergeant – Mr David Wicks
Tributes to councillor
RAUNDS Town Council is saddened to announce councillor Marion C Hind passed away at Cransley Hospice, Kettering following a battle with cancer. The council website reports: “Marion became a member of Raunds Town Council in July 2017, prior to which she had been a valued member of our events committee. “On joining the Council Marion said: ‘I first became involved with the town council in 2016, when I joined the events committee to help with the planning of the Christmas Lights event, we had such a great time, I wanted to get more involved with the work of the Town Council. I would encourage anyone to become involved with town events because Raunds is a great place to live and has a thriving community spirit’. “Born and raised in Hayes, Middlesex, Marion spent most of her working life in the health service, firstly training as a pharmacy technician and then as a medical secretary spending much of her career at Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge. “Outside of work Marion's interests were complementary and alternative therapies, environmental issues and organic gardening. “Marion leaves her husband, Richard, a son and daughter and three young grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all her family friends and colleagues.”
Festive fun as town gears up for Christmas
CHRISTMAS is coming and Oundle is already planning getting in the festive spirit. Where better to experience a festive and fun-filled Christmas Market this winter than in the beautiful, historic town of Oundle? Starting at noon on Saturday, December 1, the fun will last all afternoon until 7pm. People have been invited to join in the with all the fun and the switching on of the lights on at 5.30pm. Mulled wine and mince pies and other street food delicacies will be on offer to keep visitors warm. With the town’s fabulous independent shops and cafes there is plenty of opportunity to relax, soak up the atmosphere and to find that perfect gift in time for Christmas Day.
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Help at hand to survive winter NORTHAMPTONSHIRE Community Foundation is working in partnership with The Big Give Christmas Challenge, the UK’s biggest online match funding campaign. The foundation is raising vital funds for the Surviving Winter appeal which aims to save lives and help socially isolated and vulnerable elderly people. Last year, a total of £18,319.66 was raised and the Christmas Challenge offers the potential to significantly increase this. Northamptonshire Community Foundation’s recent Hidden Needs research indicates the highest area of population growth in the county is people aged 65 and over, accounting for 17.3 per cent of the population. With many of these people living alone, and with concerns over social isolation and the cold winter months, we must act now to prevent fuel and food poverty, as well as social isolation for our older community. Winter deaths from causes directly linked to the cold and poor living conditions are preventable. Northamptonshire Community Foundation aims to reduce the number of socially isolated and vulnerable elderly people who die from such conditions to zero. Funds raised will be distributed directly to both individuals and organisations dedicated to helping the elderly and vulnerable within the local community. The provision of ‘Keep Warm’ packs, hot meals and social activities are just a few of many ways funding raised will help towards solving the problem. Northamptonshire Community Foundation have partnered with The Big Give to double donations made online between Giving Tuesday, November 27 and Tuesday, December 4. Megan Neilan, of Golden Years, a community group aimed at reducing loneliness and isolation for elderly people, said: “We have been able to expand the services and accommodate more people into the group due to the financial support we received from the Foundation.” Victoria Miles, CEO of Northamptonshire Community Foundation, said: ‘Please help us to ensure those who are less fortunate can stay warm
and healthy this winter. Every penny raised will be passed to those in greatest need.’ To donate, people can visit the website at secure.thebiggive.org.uk/project/25676. You can read more about the foundation and its work on page 9.
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Councils join to fight fuel poverty
ORGANISATIONS across the county have come together to launch a new project, which will help to address fuel poverty in Northamptonshire. The Northamptonshire Energy Saving Service, (known as NESS), is a new three-year project, (2018 to 2021), which launched at Kings Park Conference Centre in Northampton, last month, to coincide with the start of the heating season. The project has been established following funding from National Grid’s Warm Homes Fund to address fuel poverty across the county, which is where an individual cannot adequately heat their home, and will deliver energy advice; ensure income maximisation and practical measures to improve the warmth of homes. Established by Northamptonshire County Council and delivered by Community Law Service in partnership with friends in the local
voluntary and charity sector, East Northamptonshire Council is supporting the project and Chairman, Wendy Brackenbury attended the launch event. Speaking ahead of the event, she said: “Now that autumn has officially arrived, we are all thinking about turning on our heating and enjoying cosy evenings at home. “There are a number of residents across our district, and Northamptonshire, who are living in fuel poverty. “We are dedicated to supporting NESS and ensuring those residents have access to sufficient heating throughout the colder months.” To find out more about Northamptonshire Energy Saving Service and get tips and advice on how to stay warm during the winter, people can visit the group’s website at www.northamptonshireenergysavingservice.org.uk
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Pupils learn how to help save lives in re-start a heart project THE national ‘Restart a Heart’ Day was marked by these youngsters last month. Pupils from Huxlow Science College in Irthlingborough took part in the event, organised through the joint effort of the Resuscitation Council, (UK), and the British Heart Foundation, which donated free training kits to the schools taking part. More than 100 Huxlow students were taught how to save a life by Community First Responders from the East Midlands Ambulance Service, (EMAS). They were trained in how to perform CPR on someone in cardiac arrest and how to use a defibrillator. In a life-threatening emergency seconds count and chest compressions keep oxygen flowing around the patient’s body increasing their chance of survival. Head of community response at
EMAS, Mick Barnett-Connolly, said: “If someone suffers a cardiac arrest their chances of survival increases considerably if it happens in front of someone who starts CPR immediately. “We are growing the network of lifesavers in the East Midlands by equipping these students with skills they will remember for life.”
School radio birthday project OSCAR Radio, Oundle School’s vocal hub and the only station to be run and directed exclusively by pupils, is celebrating its 20th year on air with a four-week broadcast starting on November 7. Giving pupils of all ages the chance to plan, produce and present programmes of their own making, the station has created a wonderful centre for all members of the Oundle School community to showcase their talents. A team of nine upper sixth form pupils, assisted by a further 20 deputies, run aspects of the radio from recruitment to marketing to time-tabling and all pupils are given the opportunity to run a show. Managing directors Ed Hodgson, 17, and Pandora Bannister, 18, said: “OSCAR Radio is one of the school’s best assets, and to be leading it into its 20th anniversary broadcast is a real privilege. “We hope to get more pupils involved than ever before in the unique opportunities that the radio offers; and for the listeners, to provide more varied, exciting content to propel OSCAR into its third decade.” Teacher in charge of OSCAR Radio, Chris Pettitt, said: “OSCAR Radio was conceived by my predecessor, David Fuller in 1998 and has gone from strength to strength during the 20 years of its existence. “I took over in 2005 and it has been a great honour to watch as generations of Oundle pupils have benefited from the management, journalistic and media experience which OSCAR has offered them. “Happy birthday OSCAR, here's to the next 20 years.” OSCAR Radio reaches a 30-
square mile range via FM Radio 87.9FM, and globally on oscarradio.org. With the fresh and innovative ideas of pupils wanting to create and host their own shows, OSCAR Radio has enjoyed a diverse selection of programmes from music and news to interviews and sport, each as interesting and creative as the next. Commenting on this milestone for the school, head Sarah KerrDineen, said: “OSCAR Radio is a source of great pride for Oundle School and gives unique journalism and leadership opportunities to our pupils. “It is wonderful to see it go from strength to strength as it celebrates its twentieth birthday.” The upcoming broadcast will run from November 7 to December 4, with all the diversity of programmes which OSCAR always aims to deliver. This year, the radio’s instagram @oscar_radio_official, account has been revamped and will be offering information on what’s on as well as new ways to participate throughout the broadcast. Listeners will be able to tune in on their radios or use the live streaming utility on OSCAR’s website where they can also listen to podcasts. Thanks to an update of the OSCAR website last year, listeners all over the globe are able to listen in and access the programmes and information about OSCAR. 20th anniversary festivities will be occurring all month, with newly-made jingles from some of the most influential managing directors in OSCAR history.
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Garden masterplan adopted on airfield site
COUNCILLORS have agreed a set of ambitions for a new garden village on the old Deenethorpe Airfield which will see 1,500 new homes created. The bespoke site will also boast local employment opportunities and first-rate community facilities. East Northamptonshire Council leader Steven North, said: “Our ambition is to create a unique new village. “It will include high-quality homes, first class schools, local jobs which are easy to access and plenty of green space and recreational areas, all in an outstanding location. “Councillors debated the merits of the masterplan at a full council meeting and agreed this exciting project must move forward. “We have secured Government funding and have consulted with the local and wider
community so now we have the masterplan approved, we’re ready to see this wonderful development take shape.” East Northamptonshire councillor Roger Glithero, who is Chairman of the Garden Village Project Board, which includes representatives of the district, county and parish councils, said: “It has taken a lot of hard work to reach this stage. “So I’d like to thank everyone who has worked on developing the masterplan, including residents who took part in the consultation earlier this year. “We now look forward to receiving a planning application for the site later this year.” The project is one of 14 schemes across the country which will share £6m funding plus ongoing support from the Government’s Homes and Communities Agency.
New jobs created for drivers as company goes the full distance
industry, so you're an individual, instead of a number.” Managing director of The NX Group, Neil Powell, said: “We’re pleased to announce we have taken on six additional full-time drivers, as we expand our vehicle fleet and the business in general. I’d like to personally welcome each of our new recruits and wish them all the best.” The company is also currently looking to recruit for its first ever Apprenticeship role. To view current vacancies with The NX Group, visit: www.thenxgroup.com/currentvacancies. The NX Group is a comprehensive suite of supply chain solutions for businesses which require an extra level of quality and care for their products. Based in the golden triangle of logistics in Northamptonshire, its distribution, warehousing and courier divisions have grown year on year, thanks to its emphasis on quality, security and personal approach. For more information about The NX Group, visit www.thenxgroup.com. You can also follow the company on LinkedIn and on Twitter.
Help is at hand for residents to climb the property ladder
ASPIRING home owners from across East Northamptonshire attended a tailor-made event to find out more about how they can purchase their first home at Thrapston Plaza. The event, organised by East Northamptonshire Council provided people with everything they needed to know about shared ownership, as well as showcasing which homes are available in the local area with partner Housing Associations Wellingborough Homes, NCHA and the Longhurst Group. Mortgage Advisors, colleagues from the council and housing associations offered advice and guidance on shared ownership, including how to apply to buy on a shared ownership basis and what the mortgage and monthly payments could be. Council leader Steven North said: “I am delighted people from across the district attended the event to find out more about how they can get their foot on the property ladder. “For singles and couples looking for their first home, shared
ownership means buying a property can happen more quickly than if you have to save for a full deposit. “I would encourage anyone who would like to find out more about shared ownership to contact our housing association partners, which are equipped with the expertise to help you find your dream home.” All potential home-buyers need to register with the Help to Buy Agent who will assess if they are eligible to qualify for the Shared Ownership scheme.
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For more information and to register people can visit www.helptobuymidlands.co.uk. Once approved, they can contact housing associations operating in the area that they wish to move to check if they have shared ownership properties available and the options open to them. People can also find out more about the options by contacting 01832 742217 and following the council on Twitter at @ENCouncil.
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THE NX Group, which has warehouses in Northamptonshire covering nearly 100,000ft2, plus an expanding fleet of vehicles, has recruited six new lorry drivers. The move means the firm has increased its workforce by 10 per cent in the last year. Charlie Mann, of Brixworth in Northamptonshire, joined The NX Group as a driver when it was first set up in 2010, and has since covered almost 350,000 miles travelling up and down the country as part of his role, and has even delivered items to 10 Downing Street. The 50-year-old said: “I’ve been to Downing Street a few times, and parked in front of the black door you see on TV - I’ve even been inside. “One of the good things about this job is there’s a lot of variety involved, which helps keeps it interesting from one week to the next. “I enjoy being a driver - it’s great if you enjoy travelling to different places and having a certain amount of autonomy in the way you do your job, but you do need to be working for the right company. “The best thing about working for The NX Group is that it’s a small firm compared with others in the
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Householders take part in huge rubbish clear-up on their estate MORE than 10 tonnes of household waste was collected at a recent waste amnesty organised by East Northamptonshire Council. Working in partnership with FCC Environment and Rockingham Forest Housing, home owners in the Highfield Road area of Rushden took advantage of the scheme to help households throw away any unwanted items or waste. In just under one hour the team collected hundreds of sacks of general T and garden waste as well as seven fridge freezers. The garden waste will be recycled, as well as any white goods via the Waste Electrical and H Electronic Equipment recycling scheme.
Children also took part in a community litter pick organised by a local housing association that added to great haul of waste. Leader of East Northamptonshire Council Steven North said: “This is a wonderful achievement by all involved and once again shows what can be accomplished when organisations and residents work together to improve the area we live in.” If you want to organise your own community litter pick, email our waste team on waste@eastnorthamptonshire.gov.uk. The council is able to supply all the equipment you should need and can collect the waste at the end of the day.
Heritage fun extravaganza A HERITAGE family funday, organised by Rushden and Higham Ferrers Town Councils,drew in the crowds recently. The event was held as part of the annual 10 day Nene Valley Festival, (see more on page 10), and also as a part of the National Heritage open weekends. The fun day was supported by Rushden Lakes and brought together a family day out together with an opportunity for new visitors to learn about the heritage and history of nearby Rushden and Higham Ferrers. Local businesses from Rushden and Higham Ferrers were invited to have a stall free of charge at the event.
More than 35 local businesses and community groups took up this opportunity and attended on the day. Feedback has been extremely positive from all parties. The entertainment on the day included performances from Rushden Town Band, medieval fun and entertainment, heritage displays, family activities, a chance to meet Cyril the Squirrel, (Rushden Town Council's mascot), and also a chance to browse the local stalls. The councils worked together to produce a Shop Local in Rushden and Higham Ferrers booklet containing more than 48 redeemable discount vouchers. More than 1,500 booklets were given out to visitors at the event.
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Business booming at innovation centre
BUSINESS is booming at a centre based in Wollaston geared up to support entrepreneurs and job creation, with a marketing and design agency becoming the latest firm to expand. Yebo Design and Marketing started as a home business formed by a husband and wife team five years ago and has just doubled its office space at the Scott Bader Innovation Centre to cater for its growing team. It is the second time the company has increased its office space at the centre so far this year, with two new businesses also joining the centre this autumn. Outgrowing the home office, Yebo first moved to the centre in March 2017 initially to a 140sq ft office, before taking a second 116 sq ft premises. Earlier this month, the company moved into a 280 sq ft double office. Managing Director Nicky Chisholm said: “The centre has been massively important in our growth, by allowing us to grow office space without moving.
Helping to break house buying myths
LEADING homebuilders Barratt Homes Northampton and David Wilson Homes South Midlands are breaking the myth that renting is the cheaper option for Northamptonshire residents. Monthly renting costs are often higher than mortgage payments now interest rates are at an all-time low and the first step onto the property ladder may be more manageable than many people first think. A recent survey conducted by the developer has found 44 per cent of Northamptonshire residents believe mortgage repayments are less than monthly renting costs and now is the perfect time to take advantage of low interest rates and buy your first home. The homebuilder is also reminding those choosing between renting and buying of the benefits of owning a property, which include a sense of security, the freedom to make your house a home and knowing your money is going towards a financial investment. Sales director at David Wilson Homes South Midlands, Jason Hearn said:“Purchasing your first home can seem daunting but for many people it may be more achievable than it seems. “With no Stamp Duty to pay for first time buyers on properties up to £300,000, low interest rates and initiatives such as Help to Buy, now is the perfect time to make your first move.” Help to Buy is a boost for those looking to buy a property under £600,000. Under the scheme property seekers can purchase their new home with a low five per cent deposit and 75 per cent mortgage, with the remaining 20 per cent made up from an equity loan provided by the government. Barratt Homes Northampton sales director Alison Raine said: “We want to change the perception that buying a home is out of reach and are asking first time buyers, why rent when you can buy? “Monthly mortgage repayments can be less than rent.” Barratt Homes is building homes at Lyveden Fields and Lake View, Corby, Saxon Rise, Brixworth, and The Brackens, Brackley, while David Wilson Homes is building homes at Bertone Manor, Barton Seagrave, The Gateway at Priors Hall Park, Corby, Radstone Fields, Brackley, The Avenue, Overstone, The Wickets, Earls Barton and The Nurseries, Thrapston.
“The moment you start employing people it doesn’t always work practically at home. “When we moved in it was a question of having all the facilities we needed, it was like plug in and go, easy. “We didn’t need to worry about anything like phone lines or setting up Wi-Fi. “Being based at the centre also means we are part of an entrepreneurial community. “It’s good for smaller businesses to feel a part of something bigger.” Nicky formed Yebo with her husband James Chisholm, who is the agency’s creative director, bringing together their mutual marketing and design skills. The agency has gone on to work with national and international brands, including Elavon Financial Services, The Stroke Association and Scott Bader itself. A recent project particularly close to their heart was for client Hedsor House, a stunning stately home venue in Buckinghamshire, where the team
designed the label for their own exclusive new gin distilled on the Hedsor House Estate. She said: “We love what we do, we deliver eye-catching design and intelligent marketing strategies that simply make things better.” The company is part of a hotbed of pioneering businesses based at the Scott Bader Innovation Centre, which provides office space and workshop facilities on flexible terms for growing companies. Rita Cebula, Centre Manager of the Scott Bader Innovation Centre, said: “It is thrilling to see our customer Yebo not just survive but thrive. “Supporting innovative businesses is what we are passionate about.” With CTUK Limited and Charis Counselling moving in recently, space at Scott Bader Innovation Centre is filling up. Businesses interested in finding out more about the space available, should contact Rita by emailing scottbader@oxin.co.uk or calling 01933 427600.
Stunning poppy display lights up village
TO commemorate the end of the First World War 100 years ago and to remember all those who gave their lives, Denford Village has marked this special time with a ‘Poppy Installation'. Not as grand as the ceramic poppies of the Tower but just as stunning in its own special way. Villagers, and others, have knitted, crocheted and whittled more than 3,000 poppies. These will be displayed at the church for all to see. There will be refreshments served on each Saturday for the duration of the display. Money raised will go to Headley Court, a military rehabilitation unit, so a small remuneration for refreshments will be charged. Any donations towards this worthy cause will be gratefully received. A special remembrance service will be held at the village memorial on Sunday, November 11.at the church.
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Pet pooch Elkie is Asda hero dog of the year ABOUT four years ago the Swivel Club helped Rushden man John Shave, who has a life threating health condition. Since the age of 18 months he’d been diagnosed as Type 1 Diabetic. Now in his 60s he and his wife Lorraine decided to get a diabetic alert dog, which they acquired from Ireland - a Springer Spaniel they named Elkie, she was 18 weeks old. The expectation was that after she had finished puppy classes, for which she achieved Kennel Club Good Citizen Award, she would return to Ireland for 12 months, to have specialised training. John and Lorraine were let down by the company, so they had to find alternate training for Elkie. By chance they attended a Swivel Club event at Rushden Town Bowls Club, and spoke to committee members about their situation. This led to the Swivel Club agreeing to fund Elkie to get her to standard needed. Also they were lucky to find an ex-police dog trainer locally, so Elkie was able to stay at home.
She loved the training and progressed to pass the Kennel Club Good Citizen Award for obedience. Now trained, she has alerted John on several occasions when his glucose levels have fallen, even when he is asleep. A few weeks ago John and Lorraine received a letter informing them Elkie had been put forward for ASDA Hero Dog Award, at the National Pet Show in Manchester. Unfortunately John had just had surgery so was unable to attend. Lorraine and Elkie had help from her neighbour, to support and accompany them on the journey. They had no expectations, other than to enjoy the experience. Lorraine was stunned when their names were read out as winners, Champion ASDA Hero Dog of the Year. The prize was a huge hamper of dog goodies, enough to last months. John, Lorraine and Elkie attend most of the events at the Swivel Club, usually once a month. Elkie also enjoys the attention, but is always working to keep John safe and healthy.
Nicole to be an education leader NICOLE Eales from Manor School Sports College in Raunds has been accepted onto the prestigious Leadership Legacy Project by SSAT: the Schools, Students and Teachers network. She will be part of an impressive group of future education leaders from across the country designated as SSAT Leadership Fellows. Successful Leadership Fellows are all in their first two to four years of teaching and have been selected by their head teachers as already showing the potential to become outstanding school leaders. Involvement in the programme demonstrates commitment by Manor School Sports College and SSAT to developing the next generation of system leaders. A school spokesman said:“We already know the impact of this project at an individual level is very impressive. “Leadership Fellows enrolled on last year’s programme have achieved increased leadership responsibilities at an early career stage, through exposure to a wide range of knowledge and information which boosts confidence levels. “We also know the activities the Fellows undertake have animpact at classroom and whole school level and bring additional benefits in terms of whole school performance.”
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Targeting gangs to cut crime
AN important and exciting event is taking place in Northampton on Wednesday, November 21, November called ROC, (Redeeming Our Communities), run by Debra Green OBE. This event will kick start community action across the county and introduce the work Northamp-
tonshire Police will commence in January on targeting gangs. Some smaller follow up events are planned in the New Year across the country. While the event is held in Northampton it will have an impact on the entire county. Find out more : at www.roc.uk.com/northants.
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County hosts national exhibition to help end horror of poverty A nATIOnAL exhibition highlighting food insecurity and poverty in the UK was held in the county last month. The exhibition was brought to the county by northamptonshire Food Poverty network in partnership with the Royal and Derngate Theatre. The exhibition, which is a result of collaborative efforts between photographers Ursula Kelly, Huw nicholls and James Lane, alongside graphic artist John Reeves and academic Jon may, aimed to raise awareness of the nature, scale, causes and experiences of food insecurity in britain today. ‘behind closed Doors’ toured the UK before ending in the House of commons on World Food Day. It was held in this county at the Royal &
Derngate Theatre and featured a set of images taken by Ursula, Huw and James which were interspersed with a number of text panels, with information collated by Jon may and designed by John Reeves. The exhibition kicked off with a launch event where attendees were given the opportunity to see the images and learn more about both the exhibition and end Hunger UK’s campaign. everybody who attended ‘behind closed Doors’ was asked to sign a postcard addressed to their mP asking them to support a call to measure household food insecurity across the UK. The exhibition was also an opportunity to
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Grants director and deputy ceO of northamptonshire community Foundation, Rachel mcGrath, said: “by bringing the exhibition to northamptonshire we hoped to raise awareness of food insecurity in the UK in such a way that reminds us of people’s dignity and to connect with our fellow citizens affected by poverty.
“The exhibition was free and was available for viewing to the general public throughout the week.”
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In praise of my Cortina
Nene Festival provided fun for thousands as we celebrated the culture and heritage of district
By Andy Mercer MODERN cars are wonderful things. They are safe, fast, and comfortable, with radios, air-conditioning, CD-players, seat-heaters, sunroofs, etc. They can almost drive themselves, (and that is coming). Unfortunately, for most motorists, they are a ‘black box’. If anything goes wrong, fixing it yourself is impossible. If your £30,000 motor refuses to start, you have to call a mechanic, and he may have to take it to a garage and connect it to a computer. And then you hand over a large wodge of cash. Even getting a new key cut will set you back around £160. About 40 or 50 years ago, cars were simple things that any handyman could fix. When my 1964 Cortina wouldn’t start, I got to work with spanners, a wire brush and a hammer. 20 minutes later, I always had it running. If the bodywork started going, you could buy a cheap welder from Halfords, and weld on your own patches – no need to bother the garage’s cash register. When our washing machine
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broke, I cut it up, and used it for new wings etc. Painted up, who could tell the difference? Sadly, the answer was everyone. Oh well, you can’t win them all… Cortinas were always seen as a bit ‘down market’, and I got taunted with: “Swapped your Lada for a launderette, eh?” On a steep downhill run, with a following wind, (and a very faulty speedo that lied), we reckoned we could top 70mph, and impress the girls. Or so we thought… When we saw a police car, we would flatten the throttle, and creep up to our top speed, certain THIS time, we’d get a speeding ticket. You can imagine the scene in the chasing police car: “Sarge, shall we pull them over?” “What for? Hunching over the wheel and making Brrrm-brrrm noises? “No, let’s go catch someone speeding.” No matter how hard we tried, we never got a speeding ticket. Despite the banter, our Cortina outlived all its rivals. It did 370,000 miles before new MOT rules forced us to scrap it. Do many modern cars ever reach that milestone?
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THE recent Nene Festival celebrated the unique wildlife, culture and heritage of the Nene Valley. The festival presented an eclectic programme of outdoor
family events, guided tours, water pursuits, concerts, cycle rides, local walks, ‘foodie’ events and much more. It featured more than 50 events at key locations along the
Nene Valley, from Northampton to Peterborough, and was a must for wildlife and culture lovers of all ages looking for inspiration, tranquillity and new experiences.
These pictures, which offered a snapshot of the event, were submitted by East Northamptonshire Council. Visit www.nenevalley.net for more about the event.
Parade as town remembers its most-decorated war hero
THE town of Rushden remembered its most-decorated war hero in a moving event. The day honoured Lieutenant Colonel The Rev Bernard Vann VC, in the presence of his two grandsons, 11 other decendants, dignitaries, members of the Mercian Regiment and hundreds of residents from the town. The parade to the war memorial was led by the Brentwood Imperial Youth Band
and the salute was taken by The Lord Lieutenant of Northamptonshire David Laing. Bernard Vann was a recipient of the Victoria Cross. He was the only ordained clergyman of the Church of England to be awarded the VC in the Great War as a combatant. The pictures here were submitted by the Rushden branch of the Royal British Legion.
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Phoenix goals galore as team battles on all fronts
THE fixture list for Rushden and Diamonds and Rushden and Higham United has some great clashes in store this month. In the United Counties League Division One, Rushden and Higham FC play local rivals Raunds Town away on Friday, November 2, at 7.45pm, before hosting Anstey Nomads at Hayden Road, on Saturday, November 10. The team then have another derby date with Thrapston Town on Saturday, November 17, before
rounding off the month with a trip to Huntingdon Town, on Saturday, November 24. Meanwhile, AFC Rushden and Diamonds, who play in the Evo Stik Premier League, have home clashes with Rushall Olympic, on Saturday, November 3, Northampton Chenecks, (in the Senior Cup), on Tuesday, November 6, Hitchin Town, on Tuesday, November 13, Bedworth Town, on Saturday, November 17, and Halesowen Town, on Saturday, November 24.
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FC PHOENIX are currently riding high in the league and cups with the next round of the Nene Cup beckoning. The team, made up of players from across Rushden and East Northamptonshire, sit second in League One and booked their
passage into the next round of the cup, after beating higher league opponents Hartwell Forest 3-1 in the previous round. They face Standens Barn in the next round. Their league campaign has seen them win four and lose just one of
the their first five games to sit second. Manager Chris Smith said the team was progressing well and building on league and cup successes of recent seasons. Our pictures show action from the recent cup clash.
If you would like your team featured, simply send us some action shots and a few details to nick@rosettapublishing.com. We are keen to expand our coverage of the local foootball scene and feature teams from East Northamptonshire.
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ing in the borders protect them using garden fleece jackets or layers of fleece wrapped around the plant and tied in place with sisal or raffia. Standard Bay or Olive Trees should be moved to shelter, the heads and pots should be wrapped with fleece and the stems wrapped with pipe lagging or hessian. Another way to prevent the pots and so the roots from freezing is to stand them in a larger container, anything will do even a plastic bag and fill the space around and on top with bark, leaves
included aerobics, archery, badminton, boccia, bowls, cycling, table tennis, tennis, walking football, walking netball, yoga and special exercise classes called OTAGO training. These are designed to increase balance, coordination and muscle strength as a way of preventing falls. Attendees of the events were also able to receive free health checks which included prostate cancer tests, cancer screening, blood pressure checks. They could also speak to experts in mental health, podiatry and diabetes about any concerns they may have had. If you would like to know more about any of the physical activity opportunities that were offered at these events, or would like information about getting active, contact Graeme.Wilson@firstforwellbeing.co.uk, or alternatively, on 07766 991828.
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gardening ITH winter fast approaching I thought an update on how to protect those precious plants from any severe winter weather would be helpful. Our climate is usually sympathetic but recently we seem to have experienced some extremes either prolonged periods of excessive cold or continuous rainfall causing saturated cold soil conditions which can cause considerable damage to plants and even kill hardier specimens. Being aware and taking steps to reduce the damage if extreme conditions are threatened can save heartache in the spring. Many plants that we grow in our English Gardens were collected by those 17th and 18th century pioneers from warmer climes all over the world. Although they may have become tolerant to lower temperatures cold and wet conditions especially for plants growing in containers can be fatal. Water logged soil means there are no air spaces and the roots literally drown. Incorporating coarse sand and grit along with fibre and providing good drainage in pots will minimise this risk. Plants can be more easily protected from extreme cold than long periods of cold wet soil so try to keep containers dry. The best treatment for tender plants when a cold period is forecast is to move any grown in pots to the most sheltered part or the garden often against the house wall, a greenhouse even if unheated or a conservatory. If the plants are grow-
MORE 700 people from around the county recently attended the three 'Helen's Big Health Check' events organised in partnership by BBC Radio Northampton, Northamptonshire Sport, local authorities, leisure providers, sports clubs and healthcare professionals. The free events which were named after BBC Radio Northampton presenter Helen Blaby who came up with the idea for them were held at Daventry Leisure Centre, the Pemberton Centre in Rushden and the indoor school at Northants County Cricket Club in Northampton. Helen presented her show live from each of the venues while members of the public had the opportunity to participate in a variety of physical activity taster sessions organised by Northamptonshire Sport and delivered by local providers. The activities
or peat as insulation. Cordylines need protecting from cold, wet and windy conditions so keep the soil dry, gather the leaves vertically and tie with raffia and then wrap in several layers of fleece and bring next to the house for warmth. Green leaf varieties are hardier than the coloured but Pink Passion will need to be brought under cover. Phormiums however are hardier and will survive temperatures down to -13 degrees if planted in the border. In pots keep the soil dry as it
is wet cold soil that causes the damage. A plastic collar over the pot that causes rain to run away is useful but good drainage is always the key. Palms and Tree ferns grown in pots should also be kept dry and wrapped in fleece to protect their central core. Rhododendron and Camellia buds can be damaged especially by those first severe frosts around early December when we are all so preoccupied with the preparations for Christmas we forget to protect them so wrap with fleece at the end of October. Citrus varieties grown on hot sunny patios in summer must be moved indoors every winter just like those on the terraces of Versailles. If you do not have a greenhouse or conservatory an unheated spare bedroom will be fine but not the garage or shed unless there is plenty of light. The soil must be kept just moist to prevent leaf drop. The new varieties of Alstromeria that are excellent for pots suffered badly with the 2017/18 winter because the pots were frozen for too long. I will put mine in my barn next winter as insurance as the leaves have died it doesn’t matter that it is dark. Alstromerias in the borders benefit from being covered with a good layer of bark. Bark mulch and peat are also good for protecting Fuchsias, Canna Lilies, Chocolate Cosmos, Dahlia Bishop of Llandaff and Salvia Hot Lips. Musa Basjoo the hardier Banana plant, grown for its dramatic foliage, needs the leaves removed in late autumn, wrapping with fleece and then hessian but to be sure bring it into the porch, conservatory or greenhouse.
A NEW strategy to change the reality of disability, inclusion and sport has been launched. Activity Alliance has released a new three-year strategy – Achieving Inclusion Together. Determined to change the reality of disability, inclusion and sport, the charity looks to a future where disabled people are just as likely as nondisabled people to be active. Disabled people count for one in five of our population, but are currently the least active group in society and twice as likely as nondisabled people to be inactive. Participation rates have remained stubbornly resistant to growth for many years, despite Activity Alliance's research showing that seven in ten disabled people want to be more active. The new 2018-2021 strategy, Achieving Inclusion Together, drives Activity Alliance's vision that disabled people are active for life. It builds upon the success as the English Federation of Disability Sport, (EFDS), and sets the goals under the new operating name, Activity Alliance. Based on clear outcomes by March 2021, the strategy outlines the desire to see the number of active disabled people on a sustainable upward trajectory.
The three strategic outcomes will have an impact at different levels: Individual: Enhanced health and well-being for all disabled people (physical, mental, social, emotional and economic well-being). Societal: A more equal society in which disabled people can achieve more through increased opportunities and choice. Organisational: A system where organisations have fully embedded approaches to inclusion into their mainstream work so they can effectively support individual disabled people. Activity Alliance 2018 - 2021 strategy, Achieving Inclusion Together, is available to read on the website at www.activityalliance.org.uk/strateg y. Find more information on Activity Alliance on www.activityalliance.org.uk If you would like information about physical activity opportunities for disabled people in Northamptonshire, or are a provider who would like help in making your opportunities more inclusive of people with disabilities and sensory impairments then contact Graeme Wilson on Graeme.Wilson@firstforwellbeing.co.uk or on 07766 991828.
Club gives diamond chance to raise charity money
AFC RUSHDEN and Diamonds have announced another quiz night to help raise money. The event will be held on Thursday, November 8, from 7.30pm, at Rushden Bowls Club, Northampton Road, Rushden. The cost is £3 and there will be a raffle. A retiring bucket collection for Cransley Hospice will also be held. To book a table, contact Glenis Haynes, from the AFC Rushden and Diamonds fundraising team, on 07870 332606.
Swimmers can make a splash ANYONE who would like to join a swimming club in the district can get in touch with with the longestablished Rushden Swimming
Club. It is an all-encompassing club catering for swimmers of all abilities. Visit www.rushdenswimmingclub.co.uk for details.
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From The Jam featuring Bruce Foxton Bedford Corn Exchange Friday 16th November, doors at 7.30pm
2018 sees the 40th Anniversary of the release of ‘All Mod Cons’ the third album release by The Jam. Back for their another show at Bedford Corn Exchange following a sell-out show in 2017, this time round the band will be performing hits from the All Mod Cons album, including one of their most commercially successful singles, ‘Down In The Tube Station At Midnight’. British Invasion Pop influences run throughout the album, including the bands’ take on The Kinks’ ‘David Watts’. This show will see the band perform tracks from the iconic album,
Bella returns Ringstead Shared Church
followed by a selection of the classic hits and great album tracks from across their fantastic catalogue. In 2000, Q magazine placed ‘All Mod Cons’ at Number 50 in its list of the 100 Greatest British Albums Ever. The Jam had amazing chart success with 18 singles and 7 albums to make the top 40 in the United Kingdom from their debut in 1977 to their break up in 1982. Their last 5 albums were all top ten hits and their last 8 singles made it into the top 10. Those attending this gig can expect to hear masses of classic Jam hits such as Down In The Tube Station At Midnight, Going Underground, Town Called Malice and The Modern World and many more… Tickets are available in person (NO booking fee) from Slide Record Shop, Arcade, Bedford, Mario’s Hair Design in Kempston and online from seetickets.
After a very good transatlantic concert with James Hickman and Dan Cassidy, Raunds Music Festival follow up with a concert on Saturday 1st December at 7.30pm “Christmas with Bella Hardy”. We are thrilled that the acclaimed songwriter and traditional folk artist, Bella Hardy, will be returning. Many of you will remember her last performance at Ringstead that was a wonderful night out. This is an opportunity to hear the BBC Folk Singer of the Year (2014). Her debut album Night Visiting, released ten years ago, established her reputation as a songwriter when her first original composition Three Black Feathers earned a BBC Folk Award nomination. This is an opportunity to hear the BBC Folk Singer of the Year (2014). She’s written and recorded with everyone from Beautiful South founder David Rotheray to folk luminary
Eliza Carthy, and performed with the Mary Chapin Carpenter on her 2016 UK tour. Tickets for the concert £10 Adults, £2 Children Venue details Ringstead Shared Church 40 High St, Ringstead, Kettering, NN14 4DA You can find details on at www.raundsfestival.com or ring the Festival hotline 07756015615.
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‘Space Travel: Effect on Human Physiology and Psychology and the
NENE VALLEY A STRONOMICAL SOCIETY
Talk by Martin Braddock BSc in Biochemistry and a PhD in Radiation Biology, a former Royal Society University Research Fellow at the University of Oxford and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology. monday, 19th november 2018 at 8.00 pm chelveston village Hall, caldecott Road chelveston nn9 6AT (off b645 near Higham Ferrers) The adverse effects of prolonged exposure to microgravity can be predicted by observations in astronauts and animals on short duration space flight. Long term space travel to Mars and beyond will demand countermeasures to microgravity habitation and theoretically the most promising is living in an environment in the presence of simulated or artificial gravity. This talk will review the effects of microgravity on the human body and describe features of the international roadmap for artificial gravity research which was published in November 2017. Visitors and Members welcome. £3 per person including tea/coffee and biscuits. Kevin Burton on 01536 790787, kevinburton07@aol.com Or Steve Williams on 01933 650331, chilternastro@yahoo.co.uk
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Whitefriars Church services at Whitefriars Primary School, Boughton Drive, Rushden NN10 9HX (all with activities for children and young people) all at 10.15am unless otherwise stated: Sunday 4th november: morning Worship Sunday 11th november: Stepping Out communities meet – see below Sunday 18th november: morning Worship Sunday 25th november: morning Worship with Holy communion FRIDAYS In TeRm-TIme: Sparklers – a 0-5s toddler group shining light into lives: This will be a safe and friendly place for parents/carers and for their children to play and make friends, from 9 to 11am on Fridays in term-time, at the Bridge community building in the grounds of Whitefriars Primary School, Rushden, NN10 9HX.. £1 per family. Emma has more details on 07957 080074. THe WHITeFRIARS cHURcH ReTIReDS’ GROUP will be meeting from 1.30pm on Friday 2nd November at the Bridge community building in the grounds of Whitefriars Primary School, Rushden, where David Culwick will talk about his work in Peterborough Prison. Celia Underwood has more details on 01933 67698. cOUnTRYSIDe WALK: Sunday 11th november: ‘A Hargrave Hobble’ - a walk on paths in the countryside between Chelveston, Hargrave and Shelton. Meet at Whitefriars Primary School, Boughton Drive, Rushden, from 9.45 for a 1045am departure, or in the layby on the B645 between Chelveston and Hargrave in time to leave at 10.30. To be followed by a meal at the Needle & Awl, Rushden. Contact for more information: Andrew Presland (01933 316927). As well as Countryside Walks, Whitefriars Church has several other ‘STEPPING OUT’ communities which meet on the second Sunday of the month (next on 11th November) instead of a single church service. These include: ‘café church’ in Whitefriars Junior School at 10.15am: come and share in a relaxed morning of breakfast and discussion, with activities for all ages The ‘Silver Service’ church service with traditional hymns at the Bridge Community Office at Whitefriars at 10.30am books ‘n' more Reading Group at Coffee Barne in College Street, Higham Ferrers from 10.30am. ‘The Well’ missional community in northern Rushden – seeking to serve others and worship in the local community. Details are available from Rosie and Josh Benn on 07856 764771 The cornerfield café is held by East Northants Community Services in the Full Gospel Church, 60 High Street South, Rushden on Monday and Thursday mornings from 9.30 – 12 noon. Wanted: volunteers to help run the café. Details from Helen Allan on 07871 999020 and at helen.allan@encs.org.uk. 7.30pm, Sunday 18th november Together in Prayer & Praise at Highfield Community Baptist Church: focusing on the work of the Night Shelter and Recovery House etc 11.30am for 12 noon, Wednesday 21st november East Northants Community Leaders’ Lunch at the Frontier Centre, looking at different types of faith-based social action projects, with Ross Hendry (Spurgeons CEO) and Mark Lees (Rushden Full Gospel Church) as speakers. Open to anyone who is interested. Details from Andrew Presland (019833 316927) 6pm on Sunday 25th november: Higham Deanery Evensong at St Mary the Virgin, Finedon. All are welcome. Details from Andrew Presland (019833 316927) 1.30 to 3.30pm on Wednesday 28 november: ‘Christian ministry to those with mental health issues’, with Rev Philip Evans (Chaplain, St Andrew’s Hospital, Northampton) and Dr David Smart, GP at St Giles’ Church, Northampton, NN1 2BN: parking available in an NCP car park at the Ridings, just behind the Parish Centre. Organised by Peterborough Diocesan Evangelical Fellowship – all welcome. Details from Andrew Presland (019833 316927). FOcUS On TRAnSPORT OF HOPe, A LOcAL cHARITY Transport of Hope was formed by Chris Clavey of Irthlingborough as a community organisation in June 2017 after the operations of the Helpful Humans charity ceased. Clothes and supplies for refugees are sorted locally and passed on to Friends of Refugee group in Bedford and Derby, they then go out to Europe and into Syria. We also supply clothing for homeless people by direct distribution via Teen Challenge Wellingborough or groups such as East Northants Community Services and Wellingborough Homeless Forum. They are now aiming to get warm clothing and supplies to homeless and displaced people. Chris can be messaged on the Transport of Hope Facebook page if you require a collection or are interested in getting involved. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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Tickets £10 from Sidey Architects market Square from 5 november We are sorry but CANNOT offer any food alternatives.
Stanwick Lakes Visitor Centre April to October Rushden – November to March Mondays 19.30 – 20.15 Block of 8 sessions – £24 non refundable for more info please contact Heather Watts hwatts09@hotmail.co.uk
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HIGHAM L ADIES’ GROUP meet 2-4pm every 3rd monday of the month Come along and make some new friends and have fun
Interesting Speakers
Tea and biscuits provided Adult School, Westfields Terrace, Higham Ferrers nn10 8bb SUPPORTeD bY eAST nORTHAnTS cOUncIL
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COFFEE MORNING
every 1st Thursday of the month The Athletic Club, Newton Road NN10 0HF Any enquires to Emma Connor 0745 800 2967
Linnetts Lane, Higham Ferrers 7.30pm-9.30pm novmber 14th – Pat and Gill november 28th – mike Leonard December 12th – nicolas Loake (WnAA charity Raffle) Birgitta Petterson Aspin £2 members, £2.50 visitors For more information call: 01933 391283
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JOGGING GROUP
FREE – friendly mixed ability Stanwick Lakes Visitor Centre April to October Waitrose in Rushden November to March BEGINNERS Couch to 5k 10-12 weeks New groups – June and January Mondays 17.45 – 19.00
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MIXED ABILITY every alternate Wednesday 1.00pm – 3.00pm, 7.30pm – 9.30pm £7.00 per session For more info please contact: Renalta Hall MOB: 07712740495
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RUSHDen nn10 9YP For more information contact: Diane 01933 314032 Nicki 01933 395913 or all in for a chat.
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(entrance Queen Street) Sunday Worship at 10.45am, with Children’s Activities Communion 1st Sunday of the month, Second Sunday in the month at 4pm something different for all ages. Wednesdays 9.30am Jelly Babes children’s Group, all welcome. Alternate Thursdays Ladies Meeting at 2pm. New members welcome.
Hope methodist church Linnetts Lane, Higham Ferrers For all parents and carers with children under 5. Thursdays 9.15am - 10.30am during term time only Coffee, tea, juice and biscuits are available. Each session. £1.50 per family Just come along and join in the fun. Everyone Welcome. Any enquiries to Chris 01933 317719
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10.30am
RINGSTEAD SHARED CHURCH
SeRvIce FOR ALL
(Communion first Sunday each month) Mike Freeman 01933 01933389796 rbc-rsc@angeladavis.net
monday evening 7pm-8pm masonic Hall, Rushden £5 a class suitable for beginners and all abilities contact carole 07873743256 or carole.wyatt@virginmedia.com
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monday morning 8.30am-9.30am masonic Hall Wellingborough Road Rushden £5 per class no block booking commitment perfect for beginners all ages/abilities carole.wyatt@virginmedia.com or 07873743256
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Thursday evening 7-8pm Whitefriars Infant School Rushden Suitable for beginners £5 a class. Contact Carole 07873743256
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TRAUMA & PTSD SUPPORT GROUP I run this support group for others who have been through a trauma of any kind, Its a safe place to come and meet people going through similar things. monday evenings 7pm - 8.30pm alternates between Wellingborough mind & Higham Ferrers Hope church Tuesday 1.30pm - 3pm The bee hive Kingsthorpe Thursday 2pm & 3.30pm Kettering mind £3 a session which helps pay for the room hire and a drink please contact me for more information please contact Nikki 07507176719
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This town wide event is on Saturday 17 november 10am-3pm Continental Market, Craft Stalls, Funfair, Live events, Street Food, Refreshments and Father Christmas! This event is a organised by the many different bodies, Higham Ferrers Tourism, Business and Community Partnership included.
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RUSHDEN & DISTRICT HISTORY SOCIETY Friday 14th December 7.30pm at South end Junior School, Wymington Road, Rushden nn10 9JU Colin Ray
HISTORY OF THE MUSIC HALL
Tel 01933 316582 for more information Members £1.50, non-members £2.50 All welcome.
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A CHRISTINGLE SERVICE
Saturday December 1st ST MARY'S CHURCH RUSHDEN 2-30 p.m. In aid of The Children's Society.
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1st Saturday of the month Coffee Morning at St Mary's Church, Ringstead, 10 to 12 Noon. A warm welcome to all, proceeds to church projects and charities. Call 01933 624262 for details. Last Tuesday of the month Tea with Friends at St Mary's Church Ringstead is held on the last Tuesday of every month between 2 and 4pm. A chance to catch up with old friends and to make new ones. All very welcome. All proceeds from donations go to church funds and charities. In addition we have the following events planned for later on in the year: 17th november 2018 Advent Fayre at St Mary's Church, Ringstead from 10am to 1pm. Stalls, gifts, tombola, raffle, crafts and many more. Come and join us! 1st/2nd December 2018 Christmas Tree & Nativity Set Festival running all weekend in St Mary's Church, Ringstead. See www.4spires.org/events or look at the calendar.
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RUSHDEN & DISTRICT HISTORY SOCIETY Friday 16th november 7.30pm at South end Junior School, Wymington Road, Rushden nn10 9JU
Colin Hill – Dancing with Diana Tel 01933 316582 for more information Members £1.50, non-members £2.50 All welcome
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Fridays (except for Good Friday, christmas Holidays and occassional weddings) in the Hope methodist church, Linnetts Lane, Higham Ferrers 12.30pm – no need to book Cost of lunch £6, 2 courses – choose from 2 main hot courses or salads; cold and hot puddings; tea/coffee. Everyone Welcome Contact information: Chris 01933 317719
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MEET SAFFRON ROAD CAR PARK HIGHAM FERRERS FOR CAR SHARING 9.40am Sunday 4th november Admission Free Contact: 01933 624387 6 mile walk from Hargrave 09.15am Sunday 18th november Admission Free Contact: 01933 622895 15 word description: 6.5 mile walk in Southwick Woods 09.15am Sunday 2nd December Admission Free Contact: 01933 314032 15 word description: 6 mile walk from Little Brington
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RUSHDEN MISSION CHURCH
WELLINGBOROUGH ROAD NN10 9TA SUNDAYS 10.45am All Age Worship with the music group and children’s activities 5.30pm Traditional evening Service MONDAYS 2pm Pillow Talk Lace making Group WEDNESDAYS 10am Art Group
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MEN AND WOMEN WELCOME Meet every Tuesday 2-4pm at RUSHDEN HALL bInGO/WHIST eveRY OTHeR WeeK ALTeRnATInG WITH InTeReSTInG SPeAKeRS For more information contact David Robinson 01933 313729 november 6 – AGm november 13 – Tbc november 20 – Whist november 27 – Tbc December 4 – Alfred Street Junior choir 1.30pm start followed by bingo 2pm
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RUGBY
Team fails to capitalise on good start RUSHDEN AND HIGHAM ............20 LEICESTER FORREST .................20
LEICESTER Forrest returned to Manor Park seeking revenge after their 59-7 defeat only a few months earlier at the end of last season, although the form of these two sides favoured the home team. With this in mind, and with news several Leicester Forest regulars were unavailable Rushden and Higham were full of hope for another victory. From the off, Rushden applied the pressure resulting in a lot of poor discipline from Leicester players which led to Rushden’s first penalty attempt after eight minutes. Although this attempt missed it seemed only a matter of time before Rushden scored. When Leicester did finally attack after spending 15 minutes on the defence it was
obvious they were after points. Leicester almost immediately won a penalty, while this attempt hit the posts, they succeeded in scoring a penalty a few minutes later. This seemed to wake Rushden up as they applied the pressure again resulting in Harry Stevenson crossing over the line for Chris Jackson to convert. With Rushden on the ascendant Leicester were on the back foot resulting in one of their props being sent to the sin bin allowing Rushden an easy penalty kick. Rushden then took full advantage with Kurtis Dorks producing a brilliant run from the halfway line to score a try, with a swan dive between the posts, that Chris Jackson converted on the stroke of Half Time with Rushden leading 17-3. Whatever it was the Leicester coach said at half time must have done the trick as they came out fighting scoring their first try six minutes after
the restart, although missing the conversion. Leicester finally managed to break the deadlock about halfway through the second half scoring a converted try. Rushden were determined to be the next one on the score sheet and pushed hard finally scoring a penalty kick to bring the score to 20-15 to Rushden. But they finally got their reward by scoring a try to bring them level, although they missed the conversion that would have given them the lead. With five minutes remaining, both teams knew that whoever scored the next points would most likely win. As the match finished 20 all, both teams could rue the lack of accuracy with their kicking but with Rushden they were left wondering what went wrong and feeling grateful there was not more time on the clock.
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Raiders Ladies v Northampton Ladies A AS season openers go this was a beauty. Northampton won the toss and took the serve but that was one of the high points of the first set for them. With the Raiders ladies being buoyed by juniors Stanley and Kuba, strong serving from the Raiders, poor serve reception, covering and errant Northampton hits saw them sail into a 20-7 lead. Most of the shots the Raiders tried came off and they went on to take the set 25-14. Northampton focused in the change over and came out fighting in set two. Tight and long rallies meant the scores remained close. Good deep serving from Natasha Bates exposed a weakness in Raiders reception and the six points gained proved to be the difference 25-20 to Northampton. Set three saw two six point runs for Northampton from Mikaela Bates and Andrea Singh. Raiders response was to try and hit their way back into the set, unfortunately most of these sailed out the back. The set went 25-15 to Northampton.
Set four was the monster, taking 26 minutes to complete, the sideouts came thick and fast. Rallies were being won with good shots, great pickups from Katie Bates and Kuba Plotek for the Raiders and Ruth Gillett for Northampton. From 19 all Northampton edged ahead and had set point at 24-22 but a huge block from Stanley kept the Raiders alive. Then two aces from Robyn Foward, a block and an errant hit Raiders took the set 26-24. So at two sets all and already over hall booking time the deciding set was a rush. Big swings in the scores saw Northampton race to a 7-1 lead, then it went to 7-6, then 11-6 and 13-10, with the Raiders scoring runs they were interrupted by shrewd timeouts called by Andrea Singh. Northampton went on to take the set and the match 15-10 and the match 3-2 MVP’s were Ruth Gillet for Northampton and Kuba Plotek for the Raiders. The Raiders ladies and juniors can be very proud of their performance and standard of volleyball played against a team which contained many seasoned National League players.
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