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GUNS including a US Carbine .30, a Browning Mod 8mm, a Cobra starting pistol and Mauser pistol, as well as ammunition, have already been handed in during the first few days of a firearms surrender. The surrender aims to encourage people to hand in any firearms which may be in their possession. During one pre-arranged collection of firearms, five guns, (pictured), were handed in by a woman whose father had passed away several years ago and had owned the guns. They had only been discovered in the loft recently after a house clear-out. During the campaign, the public are being asked to call police on 101 to arrange an appointment at their convenience and at a location of their choice, to have officers come and collect the firearm. Many firearms are held in innocence and ignorance of their illegality or are overlooked and forgotten in people’s homes. Others are acquired and distributed by criminal networks to threaten or harm their local communities. The surrender gives the opportunity to dispose of a firearm or ammunition by simply arranging for an officer to collect it. During the campaign period, those handing over firearms will not face prosecution for illegal possession - at the point of surrender and can remain anonymous if they choose to.
The firearms may, however, be forensically examined to see if they have any links to other crimes. Illegal possession of a firearm can mean five years behind bars and if you are found guilty of possession with intent to supply that can lead to a life sentence. Head of operations at Northamptonshire Police, Supt Sarah Johnson, said: “I’m pleased people are getting the message and have already started handing in items so that they can be disposed of appropriately. “I would continue to remind people of the surrender and encourage anyone, who has weapons which they no longer need or have discovered, to call 101 and arrange for their collection. “I would also appeal to those people who may be friends, family members, or partners of criminals, who may have been asked to conceal firearms. “These people may believe they won’t be arrested or prosecuted because it’s not their gun. “This is not the case”. She said if anyone is caught in possession of a firearm, they could be jailed for a minimum of five years.”
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Police plea for witnesses after serious assault on teenage girl POLICE are issuing another appeal after a serious assault on a 15-year-old girl in the Greenway area of Rushden. The attack happened between 3pm and 4.10pm on Monday, June 24, next to the disused railway track between The Hedges and Spire Road, when the girl was approached by a man who attacked her. He pushed her to the floor, punched her in the face and kicked her, causing the girl to suffer a broken jaw, a fractured nose and cuts to her face. Detectives are now appealing to anyone who may have dashcam, Ring Doorbell, or
CCTV footage of the area at the time of the offence, or anyone who might have found any clothing discarded nearby. If anyone has found any clothing in the area or has any information about the incident, they should contact Northamptonshire Police on 101, or Crimestoppers in confidence on 0800 555111. Officers confirmed a 26-year-old man has been arrested in connection with this assault. He has been released on police bail pending further inquiries.
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Local family-owned stationery company, Colemans, achieved the fantastic milestone of 50 years in business this year FOUNDED by John Coleman in 1969 in response to the needs of local businesses who were automating their offices with typewriters, adding machines and photocopiers, Colemans has gone from strength to strength, opening branches in 14 towns, selling stationery, office supplies, fine art and craft materials.
just off the main Rushden Lakes roundabout below the newly refurbished Lidl store. It is sited next to their hugely successful Colemans Craft Warehouse, which has occupied since 2005 a 5500 square foot warehouse next door, selling everything relating to craft, cardmaking, art, die cutting, haberdashery, sewing and quilting – and much more! The new store will sell stationery and office supplies – so customers will get the full Colemans offering in one place – with excellent parking, disabled access and even a lovely café. The legendary Colemans delivery service (same day or next day with no minimum order) is also available – so if
Colemans has survived and thrived in the face of recessions, competition from large chains and the internet. Sadly, they have had to close two branches this year (Wellingborough and Peterborough), but not wishing to rest on their laurels, they have opened a new concept store at the front of their Central Warehouse in Rushden. This is located at Unit 5, Brindley Close,
you are bulk buying, just leave it behind and they will deliver it to our premises. Colemans still have their excellent store in Higham Ferrers High Street – which caters for business customers, hobbyists and students – as well as younger children – which is where the business started in 1969. Existing account customers from any Colemans branch can purchase items on account at the new store – and of course, new accounts are very welcome! The new store opens on Monday July 29th. It will be open 7 days a week (MonFri 8.30 – 5.30), Saturday (9.00 -5.00) and Sunday (10.00 – 4.00).
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Thousands of children living in poverty MORE than 46,000 children are living in poverty in Northamptonshire. The shock figures,published by the End Child Poverty coalition, highlights how worrying levels of child poverty vary across Britain and shows poverty is on the rise - and rising fastest in places where it is already highest. Chairman of the End Child Poverty coalition, Anna Feuchtwang said: “We know what causes child poverty and we know how to end it. “We know that the income of less well-off fam-
ilies has been hit by severe real-terms cuts in benefits and by higher housing costs. “And we know work alone does not guarantee a route out of poverty, with two thirds of child poverty occurring in working families.” Rachel McGrath, of Northamptonshire Food Poverty Network, said: “Northamptonshire Food Poverty Network is campaigning on issues related to child poverty locally most recently supporting activities through our network addressing holiday hunger and provision of activities during school
holidays. “However it is clear there is a lack of a credible child poverty-reduction strategy and this must urgently be addressed. “It is not the responsibility of local charities to keep on plugging the gaps where the system is failing.” End Child Poverty is calling for Government to set out an ambitious and credible child povertyreduction strategy, including: Restoring the link between benefits, (including
Residents join forces to raise funds from garage sales RESIDENTS in Raunds joined forces to help raise funds for charities. There were 59 addresses signed up for this year's garage sale and although it was cold there were lots of people visiting them. Organisers said they heard of people who visited from as far away as Milton Keynes. who come to the event each year. Anne Houghton said: “Our mayor Richard Levell did us the honour of visiting many of the locations - well done Richard! “There were several stalls raising money for charity including Imogen's Next Step, (pictured, left), and Canine Partners, (below).
A spokesman for Canine Partners said: “I would like to thank Raunds garage sale for the opportunity to raise funds for Canine Partners, a wonderful charity which trains dogs to help people in wheelchairs, transforming their lives. “This year we had already made £290 in pre-sales and on the day took a further £375 from all those generous people who visited us in Mallows Drive and gave us their support, making a running total of £665. “I just want to say a big thankyou to everyone involved. “We still have monies to come from promised sales and we are confident that our total will grow to £700 - see you next year.”
housing support), and inflation, and then making up for the loss in the real value in children’s benefits as a result of the four-year freeze and previous sub-inflation increases in benefit rates. Ending the two-child limit on child allowances in tax credits and universal credit-and reforming Universal Credit. Reversing the cuts and investing in children’s services such as mental health, education, childcare and social care. The full report is available at www.endchildpoverty.org.uk/poverty-in-your-area-2019.
Students look to their future STUDENTS from all the The East Northamptonshire College schools, (TENC), in Rushden, Higham Ferrers, and Irthlingborough spent a week thinking about their futures. To start the week and give students a real insight into the world of work, all were given the opportunity of up to three days’ work placement in a relevant and meaningful context. They also visited the Universities Conference at Bedford University, which provided a unique opportunity for them– and anyone supporting them – to explore the wide range of options available after school, all in one setting. Whether they were interested in applying to university or looking at alternative pathways, they all found something which interested them. The week culminated in the TENC Futures’ Conference where students were treated to an amazing range of speakers from a whole range of different career pathways. Keynote speaker was Kevin
Rogers from Wilson Browne Solicitors. He gave an insightful look at his experience in studying law and becoming a solicitor, not that it was an easy journey. Students also heard from people who have forged paths into teaching, medicine, sport’s journalism, the Army, business ownership, marketing, and the civil service. In a separate event, Sixth Form Induction Week saw year 11 students from across the three schools finding out more about (TENC) and the courses they have opted for next year. The aim of the week was to give students a genuine experience of life in the sixth form with lessons at all the partner schools in TENC. The week included an Induction Residential, staying in fabulous student rooms at Kent University in Canterbury where students had a real taste of life on campus. Students were treated as undergraduates and experienced all aspects of the university facilities.
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From the plains of Africa to the council chamber
MEET your new council chairman - Dudley Hughes. Councillor Hughes, (pictured), was sworn in as the new chairman for East Northamptonshire Council for the civic year 2019/20, but who is the man behind the chain? We sat down with Cllr Hughes to find out about his fascinating life and what he hopes to achieve during his year in office. We hear that you have lead quite a varied life, can you tell us a little about your time before you were a councillor? “I was lucky enough to go to a school which encouraged selfreliance and confidence. “Even so when I flew to Rhodesia aged 19 it was with some trepidation. “Having been met at the airport we drove 90 miles on strip roads and then 50 miles on a dirt road out to the mission which was to be my home for nearly two years. “Apart from teaching students all of whom were older than me, I built a house, learnt about quick drying cement to build a drift across a river, assisted a young O her child in the woman to have back of an estate car on the way to the hospital, learnt enough motor mechanics to get a tractor going, and camped with the students in the Wh bush. “After three years of teacher training in the UK, I set off to Ethiopia with my new wife to work in another fantastic place, Addis Ababa. “We had horses and rode out in the bush with donkeys carrying our gear and went where few had ventured before. “In our VW Beetle, we visited the fabulous rock churches, the castles of Gondar, went to the hottest place in Africa and camped surrounded by game. “After three years, I returned to the UK on leave and bought an exarmy Land Rover which we drove with our one year old son in the back through Lebanon, Syria, Jordan and Saudi. “We slept out under the stars in the Saudi desert, sat outside the mosque in Damascus, ate lunch with friendly Jordanians in their homes and drove along mountain roads in Ethiopia. “We were fortunate to meet Ethiopia’s last emperor, Haile Selassie, and attended his daughter’s wedding. “Back in the UK, I taught and studied for my Masters degree. “Then my family and I had a fantastic year teaching and travelling through America. “We’ve also travelled through Europe with our three children in the back of a VW pop top, visiting the Hungarians plains, seeing the wonders of Italy and stood in WWI trenches. “I continue to travel. “We’ve climbed Machu Picchu, marvelled at the Taj Mahal, been chased by elephants in Namibia and driven through Cuba.” Back in Northamptonshire
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and away from your chairman duties, how do you spend your time? “Now apart from travel, we are involved in the church, I am chairman of the Nene Education Trust which oversees seven local schools, a trustee of Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust and Service Six. “I am also on the management committee for Stanwick Lakes, as well as being a county councillor and on Raunds Town Council.” As a former teacher, what were you like as a pupil at school? “At school, I enjoyed rugby and hockey, won prizes for rifle shooting, got into trouble for advertising my house master’s Armstrong Siddeley car for £250 outside the school for April Fools Day, enjoyed the cadets and played the drums on the front row of the marching band. You are in quite a unique position in that you were previously council chairman from 2008 to 2009. Do you think the role has changed? “The role has changed over the last decade which means there are fewer opportunities to get out and about attending civic events. “These events always provide a great opportunity to see first hand the fantastic work being carried out across the district and further afield. “But across the next year, I hope I can still get out as much as possible.” What do you hope to achieve in your year in office? “In my year as chairman I would like to meet and visit as many people and places in East Northamptonshire, alongside representing all the good things the council is doing.” Finally, what stories from your life do you tell your grandchildren about? “I tell them about Africa, America, camping with the scouts, great times on holiday together in the VW, sunsets over the African bush, building a house in Cyprus and meeting interesting people. “I would also tell them that you often make your own luck by persistence and effort.” To find out what Cllr Hughes is up to, visit www.east-northamptonshire.gov.uk/chairmansdiary and follow him on Twitter @ENCChairman
Mural inspired by town’s history
A NEW mural commemorating the history of Rushden and the surrounding area has been officially opened by schoolchildren during a ceremony hosted by East Northamptonshire Council. Based on children’s artwork, and adorning the Washbrook Road tunnel, the new mural has been designed to reflect the history and natural environment of the local
area and has transformed the tunnel. The completion of the tunnel artwork is the latest phase in the Out to Water, Into History project and the event also celebrated the hard working volunteers who continuously give up their time, alongside everything which has been achieved so far along the Greenway.
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Boost to mental health facilities
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE NHS Foundation Trust, (NHFT), has invested in the Rushden Resource Centre, refurbishing part of the building to enable local residents to have access to community mental health services. The centre is located at the heart of the community in Rushden and benefits from having East Northamptonshire Council services, including customer services and a library, alongside NHS services. Together with existing facilities provided by the Council, the mental health resource centre will allow for an increased presence in Rushden and reduce barriers to mental health services for patients and carers in the local area. Operational mManager for NHFT Katie Bates said: “The project has been in the pipeline for some time and throughout we have worked with our staff, service users and carers in the careful design of the environment. “This has ensured that the centre is dementia friendly and a calm, pleasant environment in which
to receive care and treatment, as well as futureproofed for further growth.” “Currently, the services we are operating from the centre include the Older Adults Community Mental Health team, the Memory Assessment Service and the Younger Person with Dementia team. “Following a successful launch, we are now looking at which other services we can also provide in Rushden and hope to continue to grow the centre.” The centre was officially opened by The Rev Richard Coles and during the opening ceremony NHFT chairman Chrishni Waring said: “This is a great opportunity for us to maximise the use of the public estate to deliver on our commitment to outstanding locally-based healthcare. “The new resource centre will bring a range of services under one roof in a dedicated facility, improving our ability to join up the care we provide to our patients and service users.” The new facilities are located at the Rushden Resource Centre, Newton Road, Rushden, and are open to 5pm, Mondays to Fridays.
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Royal approval for Region’s No 1 College
Britain’s Got Talent comedian heads to area
BRITAIN’S Got Talent’s stand out stand-up comedy star Kojo Anim is heading out on the road with his debut UK tour – and will be visiting the area. The 39-year-old father of one was Simon Cowell’s golden buzzer act on this year’s series of the ITV talent show, winning through to the grand final earlier this month. His new and exciting show Kojo Anim Presents The Taxi Tour will take in 25 towns and cities across the country, and comes to the Corn Exchange in Bedford on Wednesday, March 4. Kojo is here to make the world laugh, sharing his funny observa-
tions and stories about life, parenthood and family. Tickets are now on sale from www.cuffeandtaylor.com With his infectious smile, and winning routines, Kojo Anim wowed the judges and audiences on Britain’s Got Talent. Simon Cowell was so blown away by Kojo’s first audition routine he hit his golden buzzer to send him straight into the live semifinals, saying: “I don’t really like comedians on this show - but I love you!” Kojo said: “Since my first audition when Simon pressed the golden buzzer, my whole life changed.”
Bedford College has joined the ranks of membership of the Chartered Institution for Further Education, under Royal Charter. Principal and Chief Executive of Bedford College, Ian Pryce CBE joined the Admissions Ceremony at the Apothecaries Hall, London. Said Ian Pryce:“We are delighted and proud to to take our place among so many exceptional organisations. We want to work with others to raise the profile of the further education sector, promote its professionalism and raise standards further to give everyone in our community a better future and help individuals and employers achieve their
ambition. The Royal Charter and the creation of the Institution is the most visible signal of the national importance of further education since incorporation in 1993. We look forward to helping increase the awareness of the force for good that is further education.” Dan Wright, CEO and Secretary of the Chartered Institution for Further Education said: “Bedford College is a shining example of excellence in further education and we are delighted to welcome the College as a new Member of the Chartered Institution for Further Education. We look forward to working together to promote and elevate the sector as a whole.”
Bigger and better A celebration of the success of the merger of Bedford College with Tresham College in August 2017 to become one of the largest and successful further education providers in the South East Midlands region, was held at Kettering, Northants. Guests were welcomed by Principal and Chief Executive Ian Pryce CBE before hearing from two student speakers. VIPs included representatives of councils in
Northamptonshire and Bedfordshire, SEMLEP and the Royal Academy of Engineering. According to the latest Department for Education national achievement rate tables published in 2019 The Bedford College Group had the highest student achievement in the Eastern Region. For more information visit www.bedford.ac.uk/2018 to see the latest Annual Review.
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Swan song for littering
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ARTISTIC Emily Crowley has issued a swan song for littering. The 18-year-old, from Rushden, who is a student at Bedford College, has helped signal support for sustainability and recycling by putting on display her very apt piece of art.
She was looking for a home for her work of art linking a Bedford Swan to the world-wide message about how plastic is polluting the planet. And its new home is at Bedford Swan Hotel, which has launched a sustainability drive.
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Tuesday 11th August 6.45pm POLICY AND RESOURCES COMMITTEE Tuesday 11th August 7.30pm FULL COUNCIL Tuesday 25th August 7.30pm FARMERS’ MARKET Saturday 31st August 9am-1pm
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Cllr Mrs C. Reavey Deputy Mayor Tel 01933 413713
Cllr H.L. Jackson Tel; 01933 314963
Cllr Mrs A.M. Sauntson* Tel: 01933 357212
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Cllr J. Smithers** Mayor 2018/19 Tel: 07779 137081
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Cllr P. Tomas Tel: 01933 359688
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A QUIZ night by Higham Ferrers Mayor Christoper O’Rourke raised £520 towards his chosen charities. Charities/Good Causes -Higham The next two Mayoral events two events are a tea dance at the Bede House on Saturday, August 24 and a Legends Night with Marshall King at Rushden Bowls Club Saturday, October 12. Contact 01933 312075, or more info@highamferrers-tc.gov.uk
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Festival date
Raunds Town Council will hold its Nene Festival on Saturday, September 14, from noon, in The Square. CHARITIES and community groups working in and across Northamptonshire can now apply for funding for projects that encourage young people to take action on the issues that matter to them. Through the #iwill Fund, Northamptonshire Community Foundation is looking for groups which engage young people aged 10 to 20 in activities such as campaigning, fundraising or volunteering. Funding of up to £5,000 is available to groups including registered charities, community groups, social enterprises and CICs. The closing date for applications is Friday September 6, with funding being awarded by midOctober. Projects which received funding in the first round included: Fermynwoods Contemporary Art Ltd – towards a project for young people not in mainstream
education, employment or training, enabling them to work with artists and engineering professionals to design, build and race sustainable energy powered cars in the Greenpower Formula 24 Challenge. Royal & Derngate Theatre, (pictured), – towards their arts leaders programme for young people. Rachel McGrath, deputy CEO said: “Young people have enormous potential to make a positive change in their communities. “We’re proud to support local groups working with the next generation of volunteers, campaigners and activists who want to make a difference.” The #iwill Fund is a joint £40m investment from DCMS and The National Lottery Community Fund. UK Community Foundations has secured the funding on behalf of its network for the second time to fund projects which support the aims of the #iwill Campaign.
Taking on the dragons ENTER the dragon’s den! East Northamptonshire’s finest young business brains put their skills to the test at the final of the 13th Business Dragons event, hosted by East Northamptonshire Council. The competition held last month and organised by The East Northamptonshire College saw teams of young entrepreneurs from local schools - The Ferrers School, Higham Ferrers, Huxlow Science College, Irthlingborough, Manor School Sports College, Raunds, and Rushden Academy pitch their ideas and excellent business plans to a panel of local business dragons. The ‘dragons’ included Peter Waddup, (director of The Leprosy Mission), Nikki Roberts, (manager of The Pavillion Youth Club), Helen Featherstone, (careers consultant and business owner) and Emily Carrington, (head of family law at Franklins Solicitors). The final, which was held at the council offices, gave the students the opportunity to present their original business ideas to the panel, having considered the design of the product, finance, staffing, manufacture, competition and profitability. Each team was then quizzed by the dragons on the benefit and effectiveness of their ideas, before a winner was announced. The winning team trophy, supplied by East Northamptonshire Council, and presented by the chairman of the council, Dudley Hughes, went to
Huxlow Science Academy. The team designed an app, called ‘Huver’, which lists all the available cleaning services in an area. The aim is to have all the best options for cleaning in one space and those using the app can then compare the best deals, allowing for increased efficiency. Rushden Academy was the runner-up - its team produced a new adult and children’s version of the classic Tic Tac Toe game which featured prizes for winners and challenges for those who lost. Third place was awarded to another team from Huxlow Science Academy, which created a radio frequency identification for clothing and items. If lost, they can be identified through scanning of the tag using a smart-phone app and returned to the rightful owner. During the event, Councillor Hughes praised the work and ideas of all the teams involved in this year’s event. He said: It is important young minds are encouraged to develop their ideas and acquire the business skills and knowledge that lead to being a successful entrepreneur. "East Northamptonshire Council is pleased to host this year’s Business Dragons competition and, as previously, the standard of entries was brilliant and it is always great to see such young minds thinking of ideas that could change all of our lives. “Well done to everyone who took part and we look forward to seeing these young people further develop their ideas.”
First meeting
MEMBERS from Corby, East Northamptonshire, Kettering, Northamptonshire County and Wellingborough have met for the first time as a Joint Committee to consider all of the work needed to create the new North Northants Council. The committee agreed terms of reference, standing orders including how the public can have their say at future meetings and establishing four working groups for the unitary programme – Governance, Statutory Officer Appointments, Independent Remuneration Panel and Terms of Reference. The next meeting takes place at Borough Council of Wellingborough at 6.30pm on Monday, September 16.
Business help
BUSINESSES and organisations across Wellingborough are being offered free promotional stalls at Wellingborough’s Market Square while the Borough Council of Wellingborough’s beach event is underway, (see page 8). The council is offering eligible local businesses, including face painters, children’s entertainers and cake bakers, to have a stall in the Market Square free of charge on selected days up to Saturday, August 17.
Village green
WELLINGBOROUGH councillors has resolved to transfer the land ownership of Bozeat Village Green to the parish council. Bozeat Parish Council has managed the village green for many years, and councillors agreed that it was in the best interest of the local community to make the transfer. Councillor Tom Partridge-Underwood, said “I am delighted the parish council has been successful in its bid.”
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New man at the helm Region gets multi-mullion pound health boost
JULY was the start of the new Thrapston and Raunds Rotary year and having been thanked for his excellent year as President, Robert Howe has handed over to Bob Davey who is the new President for 2019-20. Mr Davey has in mind an ambitious range of activities including a number of community projects. He wants the club to engage with local schools and youth organisations, including the range of youth competitions, such as Rotary Young Musician. He also hopes to see the club
continue to support Sailability, (sailing for people with disabilities), at Grafham Water, and he plans a number of fun fund raising events. He also expects Rotary will continue to have enjoyable social events and an interesting range of speakers at our meetings. Lastly, he has made clear he is very keen to increase Rotary membership at individual, associate and corporate level. Anyone interested in finding out more about Rotary can contact 01933 625642.
AN organisation committed to improving the health and well-being of the Northamptonshire by speeding up the adoption of research and innovation into frontline health and care practice will continue for another five years after being awarded £9m. The funding from the Government’s Department of Health and Social Care will enable more vital work to take place to tackle the region’s health and care priorities, putting in place more evidenced-based frameworks to drive up standards of care and save time and money. The Collaboration for Leadership in Applied Health Research and Care, East Midlands, was formed in 2014 and thanks to the new funding it will continue until at least 2024. It is a partnership of health and social care universities, industry, the voluntary sector and patients which sets out to improve patient outcomes by turning research into cost-saving and high-quality care through cutting-edge innovation. With bases at the University of Nottingham and University of Leicester, it will continue under the new name of NIHR Applied Research Collaborations, (ARC) East Midlands, from October 1 and will also have a remit to lead
nationally on research into black and minority ethnic communities and multimorbidity thanks to its expertise in these areas. ARC East Midlands will be hosted by Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and work in collaboration with the East Midlands Academic Health Science Network. There will also be a significant match funding from partners, including the University of Leicester and University of Nottingham, from across the region to support the organisation. Professor Kamlesh Khunti, who is the director of the NIHR CLAHRC East Midlands and is also a Professor of Primary Care, Diabetes and Vascular Medicine at the University of Leicester, said: “Receiving this funding means we can continue to lead world class, applied health research across the East Midlands and build on the successes we have already achieved in speeding up the adoption of research and innovation into frontline health and care. “We are also proud to be leading nationally on multimorbidity and equality, diversity and inclusion of underrepresented groups, areas where we have dedicated expertise and a track record in delivering cutting-edge research. “We have a strong pedigree in research on
multimorbidity in particular cardiometabolic disease and have established the Centre for BME Health, where our work has been helping to reduce health inequalities. “We will share our knowledge nationally and collaborate with colleagues as we all collectively work towards improving the lives of people through research.” Work carried out by NIHR CLAHRC East Midlands includes helping to prevent type 2 diabetes by embedding an education programme designed to help people avoid the condition. The project has provided learning which has been used in the bidding process, refinement and implementation of the National Diabetes Prevention Programme in the East Midlands. In April last year, the organisation also continued to support the rollout of a risk score for type 2 diabetes in South Asian languages with the release of a Punjabi version following Gujarati and Bangladeshi versions. Other successes include implementing and assessing an online tool that assists diagnosing children with ADHD, which initial evaluation shows that it can lower NHS costs by 22 per cent and also reduces delays to diagnosis of the condition by average of 145 days.
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A LEADING housing association which manages more than 4,000 homes across Northamptonshire is celebrating after once again being named in the top 50 social landlords. Longhurst Group, which has one of its main offices in Rushden, has been ranked 42nd in this year’s list, which is compiled by 24housing magazine to recognise the best social housing landlords across the sector. Hundreds of entries had been submitted for the list this year. Judges recognised the group’s position as a leading developer and provider of a range of care and support services across more than 23,000 homes in the Midlands and East of England. In the last year alone, the Group’s in-house academy has generated over £200,000 worth of social value and delivered more than 100 life-changing qualifications to customers. More than 4,000 people receive a range of quality care and support services, while during the last year, its Money Advice Service supported more than 750 customers to boost their finances by almost £1m. Chief executive of Longhurst Group Julie Doyle said: “We are delighted to have been included in this list by both our peers and the judging panel. “To be ranked in the top 50 social housing landlords highlights our significant progression as an organisation. “Following the group’s consolidation and the launch of our 2025 Improving Lives strategy, we are confident we will continue to improve the services we provide to customers and carry on improving as a landlord. “Everything we do as an
organisation is about improving people’s lives and this ranking, coupled with our ambitious building programme for 2019/20, shows we are focused on continuing to enhance the well-being of our customers, in particular their physical, mental and financial health. “I would also like to pay tribute to all colleagues who work for the group and thank them for their continued hard work which has helped us achieve this positive ranking.” In January, the group was announced as a strategic partner with Homes England, which saw it receive an additional £71.7m to support its ambition to deliver at least 1,000 homes a year. Meanwhile, during 2017/18, the group invested £17m in the maintenance and improvement of its existing homes. Longhurst Group has recently consolidated the four member companies that used to make up the group, citing benefits such as simplifying its structure, improving efficiency and enhancing the service the group provides customers. One of the UK's leading developers, Longhurst Group was also rated in the top 25 of Inside Housing's Biggest Builders survey 2019. It owns and manages properties in almost 50 local authorities, including the following areas, Birmingham, Boston, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Peterborough, Rutland, Staffordshire, Walsall, Warwickshire. For more information about the group, visit longhurstgroup.org.uk or follow it on Twitter @LonghurstGroup
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School receives cash boost MANOR School Sports College in Raunds has been awarded a grant for £250 towards a new STEM research project. The STEM Exploration Grants have been created by the STEM Clubs Programme to assist schools and colleges to cultivate a sustainable STEM, (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths), project in collaboration with a STEM partner. The grant can be used for purchasing equipment, supporting idea development and the provision of training related to the demands of the project. The school applied for the grant earlier this year to help set up a STEM club looking at how robotics can be used to improve crop yields in farming, with a particular focus on what farming will look like in 50 years’ time. The school intends to partner with a local farm to see how different technologies are currently being utilised.
They also plan to visit some of the companies which design and supply automation solutions to businesses. Students will plan a project around the topic of smart farming and then create a product based on their findings. Eliza Wilford, the ICT teacher who applied for the grant, said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for students to work on a project within the community and develop their skills across a range of STEM subjects. We are looking forward to seeing what ideas the students come up with.”
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RESIDENTS across the borough adorned Wellingborough’s streets and Croyland Park to celebrate the annual party weekend last month. To keep up to date with events, visit: www.wellingborough.gov.uk
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Town takes a step back in time HIGHAM Ferrers went back to its medieval roots to celebrate the restoration and return of its Charters thanks to Heritage Lottery funding. Beginning in the Town Hall for a Mayor’s civic breakfast and on to the Bede House to view an exhibition of the Charters, to include framed copies of the town’s, rarely seen, five Charters and accompanying interpretations, beginning with Philip and Mary, (1556), James 1, (1604), Charles 11, (1664 and 1684), and finally Queen Victoria, (1886). Being premiered was the film by the pupils of Higham Ferrers Junior School showing a history of the Charters and promoting the heritage of the town. Also, the life of Henry Chichele was displayed in fabric and thread by the Material Girls for all to see. The procession then moved to the Castle Field to officially open the event within the arena which later featured skirmishes and battles. Surrounding the field, a medieval encampment encouraged visitors to watch and have a go at archery, leather and chainmail working, spinning and weaving and children’s games. Within the grounds of Chichele College, a Chapel Tent reflected its holy origins when secular canons were resident. As well as finding out about life as a medieval knight, there were demonstrations of cooking, knights and combat and a barber surgeon. On the hottest day of the year to date, medieval cocktails namely Monk’s Ruin and Chichele Gin Fizz were well received. In the cool of the building Higham Ferrers Archaeology and Research Society displayed more treasures of the town accompanied by model castles made by local school children.
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Beach fun
RESIDENTS will not need to travel hours to the beach this summer, they can visit Wellingborough’s Market Square until Saturday, August 17, as the council delivers its beach event again.
Flower funds
THE Rushden Flower Arrangement club is holding a charity cream tea event to raise money for Rushden Mind on Thursday, August 22, from 2.30pm, at the Wymington Chapel, High Street Wymington.
Bulb planting
RAUNDS Town Council will hold a litter pick and bulb planting event on Saturday, September 28. To take part, meet at The Saxon Hall at 10am.
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WELLINGBOROUGH Council has spent £167,000 into delivering a memorial wall at Nene Valley Crematorium. The memorial wall, which has been designed to provide visitors with a space to remember loved ones, opened in April. It is proposed for there to be some planting carried out surrounding the memorial wall, which is anticipated to be complete this summer.
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Charity receives funding pledge
A CHARITY which supports young people in the area will receive additional funding over the next year as East Northamptonshire Council’s new chairman, Cllr Dudley Hughes, chose Service Six as his charity of the year for 2019/2020. The local charity, founded in 1979, is based in Northamptonshire and works with hundreds of hard to reach disadvantaged children, young people, adults and families each year. It is hoped this additional funding will allow the charity to further grow, develop its presence across the district and offer much needed support for vulnerable individuals. Service Six’s chief executive Claudia Slabon said: “We are delighted East Northamptonshire Council’s new Chairman Dudley Hughes has chosen us as his charity for the year. “We are very excited to have this opportunity to unite our teams behind a worthwhile cause that everyone can identify with, feel passionate about and to continue working with the council to make a difference in our communities.” “We look forward to embedding our partnership with the council within our organisational culture to deliv-
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START-up and growing businesses will soon have the opportunity to benefit from first-rate flexible workspace and business support when a new £8m state-of-the-art facility opens next year. East Northamptonshire Council has received £1.69m funding from the South East Midlands Local Enterprise Partnership, (SEMLEP), Local Growth Fund in order to deliver its flagship project, Enterprise Centre, East Northants as part of Enterprising East Northants, the council’s economic plan for sustainable job creation and business growth. The new purpose-built enterprise centre, which will be located at Warth Park in Raunds, will provide a range of flexible units, as well as virtual office support and access to on-site facilities including meeting space and shared office services. Construction has now started and it is anticipated that the centre will open in late spring 2020. The Local Enterprise Partnership’s role is to enhance and promote the area’s sustainable growth and, through its local industrial strategy help unlock the challenges and opportunities faced by businesses. Through its capital investment programme, the Local Growth Fund, SEMLEP invests in a
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EAST Northamptonshire children will have a summer to remember as the district council has teamed teams up with Freedom Leisure and town and parish councils across the district to bring a range of sport and crafting activities to children aged between eight and 13-years-of-age up to Friday, August 23. Fully-trained coaches will offer a variety of exciting sports, arts and crafts activities in towns and villages throughout East Northamptonshire, from Eastonon-the-Hill through to Higham Ferrers. Each ‘Turn Up and Play’ session will run for two hours, cost £2 per child and a full list of locations and sessions can be found alongside the Turn Up & Play session sites from August 3. Council leader Steven North said: “We hope lots of children will be able to come along and learn a variety of new skills.” Visit www.east-northamptonshire.gov.uk/tup for details.
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East Northamptonshire Council leader Steven North, said: “It is great news we have received funding from the SEMLEP Growth Fund, which will enable us to deliver this innovative facility and firmly place enterprise and entrepreneurship at the heart of the local community. “Work has now started to build this flagship centre, and we are excited to see this development take shape. “ I would encourage start-ups and small and medium enterprises to get in touch and register their interest today.” Chief Executive of SEMLEP, Hilary Chipping, said: “SEMLEP is committed to increasing productivity and promoting high value, entrepreneurial culture in the area. “This funding will support East Northamptonshire Council to create a modern, flexible, diverse workspace where a range of businesses can thrive, interact and collaborate. “This will help to deliver more high-
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The ancient stone architecture of medieval Chichele College Hall is to be the perfect backdrop for the latest work of artists Marlene Snee and Tamsin Edwards. After many successful exhibitions together, both creative ladies are keen to return to this atmospheric building, where in their opinion, art and architecture harmonizes perfectly. Looking forward to the opportunity to proudly exhibit their latest work, this artistic duo have put together an exciting and eclectic portfolio of art, ranging from Marlene’s colourful watercolours, experimental mixed media work and delicate Chinese brush paintings ,through to Tamsin’s quirky illustrations, atmospheric scenes and imaginative fantasy pictures. Retired professional art tutor Marlene is greatly enjoying having the time to pursue her passion of experimenting with new mediums and styles, drawing on her past experiences and many
skills to create rich and exciting artworks. An Illustrator already of several books, Tamsin is currently working on creating a series of humorous images to illustrate a French language book, which is hoped to be published in the coming year. She also finds great satisfaction indulging in her passion of depicting quirky, rather unique and imaginative works. The historic ‘English Heritage’ college and medieval garden will be open FREE of charge between 9am-5pm on Saturday 31st August and 10am-4pm on Sunday 1st September 2019. Disabled access is limited to the ground floor and gardens, and alas there is no onsite parking. There are however nearby FREE car parks and on-street spaces to the rear of the college in Saffron Road. As an added attraction to the town, Higham Ferrers will be enjoying a large ‘Farmers Market’ in the morning, complimenting the many interesting independent shops. All visitors are most welcome.
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THE BLACK COUNTRY MUSEUM
8th AUGUST – £59pp
Includes Introductory talk & entry to the attraction Experience the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the Black Countries historic past. Set in over 26 acres, the museum celebrates the scale, drama and intensity of the Industrial Revolution. With charismatic ‘residents’, shops, heritage vehicles to ride, a fairground, places to eat and a host of live demonstrations. Witness the glow of the forges, hop on a tram or experience life as a coal miner or life along the canals. MINES AND CANAL TRIPS PAYABLE LOCALLY.
BRICK LANE MUSIC HALL ‘COCKNEY SING-SONG’
WEDNESDAY 11th SEPTEMBER – £85pp
THURSFORD CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR & FESTIVE LUNCH
WEDNESDAY 18th DECEMBER – £99pp Includes festive lunch & deluxe theatre seats Prior to the show you will enjoy a 2-course festive lunch at The Hourglass, a new venue for this season, in the nearby village of Sculthorpe. Upon arrival at Thursford you will take your “Deluxe” seats for the famous Thursford Christmas Spectacular – the largest Christmas show in the country! Set in the magical surroundings of theatre organs and fairground carousels with world-class performers, this festive theatrical extravaganza is the perfect way to kick off your Christmas celebrations!
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To book your Great Day Out call: 01234 348882 Quote: ROSE19 11 Goldington Road, Bedford MK40 3JY office@eagletravel.co.uk
WADDESDON MANOR AT CHRISTMAS
Price includes house tour, garden entry & festive lunch Experience this breath-taking stately home beautifully decorated for Christmas. With exceptional architecture, art collections and gardens, the estate was built to delight a small circle of Baron Ferdinand’s friends. Your day will begin with a 2-course festive lunch in the Manor Restaurant, followed by a self guided tour of the house. There will also be an opportunity to browse the Manors own Christmas Market set in the grounds.
Serving fresh cooked and prepared breakfasts and light lunches and of course homemade cakes. Afternoon tea available with 24 hours notice.
Open: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 8.30am to 4.30pm Sunday 9am to 2pm Takeaway also available, can be pre-ordered by telephone
High Road, Stanwick – 01933 625577
It is our 50th anniversary this year and would like to invite former members to an anniversary party on Thursday 8th August at 7pm at Wymington Memorial Hall. If you would like to come please contact Anne Brown ( 07939444347 or annebrown23@btinternet.com ).
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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
JOGGING GROUP
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Tuesday afternoon 1.30-2.30pm Masonic Hall rushden starts 9th July. Great for beginners. All abilities £5 a class carole.wyatt@virginmedia.com carole 07873743256
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Third Saturday of every month 10am - 12.00 noon Entrance 50p Adults FREE PARKING Clothing, Bric a Brac, Books, Linen, Toys and Games Refreshments available 155 Barkers Lane, Bedford MK41 9Rx Tel: 01234 325781 www.mscentrebedsandnorthants.com
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CHRISTMAS CAROLS AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL
SUNDAY 22nd DECEMBER – £85pp
THURSDAY 5th DECEMBER – £75pp
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BEDS & NORTHANTS MS THERAPY CENTRE
Price includes pre show 3-course lunch & theatre ticket Due to demand from last years sold out trip, we return to the Brick Lane Music Hall, tucked away in London’s Docklands. You will be served a traditional 3-course lunch at the venue before enjoying a ‘right royal knees up’ celebrating the spirit of the East End and iconic songs made famous by our iconic Purley Kings and Queens.
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LIMITED AVAILABILITY Sing-along to festive favourites in the spectacular surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall this Christmas at what’s set to be London’s finest carol concert! These special concerts, suitable for all ages, have become a festive favourite over the years. This year join us for a scintillating show of traditional carols, modern arrangements, and festive favourites brought to life by world class musicians - A great way to start your festive celebrations! Your ticket includes return escorted coach travel, and your seat for the matinee show. Further details on dining options at the Royal Albert Hall prior to the concert are available upon request
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10.30am
SERVICE FOR ALL
(Communion first Sunday each month) Mike Freeman 01933 01933389796 rbc-rsc@angeladavis.net
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RUSHDEN & DISTRICT HISTORY SOCIETY Friday 20th September at 7.30pm South End Junior School, Wymington Road, Rushden NN10 9JU
Douglas Goddard – The History of Abington Park Tel 01933 358218 for more information Members £1.50, non-members £2.50 All welcome.
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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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Wednesday evening yoga class suit beginners at 7pm Pemberton Centre Studio 2 MASONIC HALL RUSHDEN £5 a class please contact 07873743256 or carole.wyatt@virginmedia.com
–––––––––––––––––––––– YOGA CL ASS 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
–––––––––––––––––––––– PSYCHIC AND SPIRITUAL AWARENESS DEVELOPMENT GROUPS RUSHDEN
MIxED ABILITY Every alternate Wednesday 1.00pm – 3.00pm, 7.30pm – 9.30pm £7.00 per session For more info please contact: Tel: 07712 740495
–––––––––––––––––––––– WOMEN’S COREFIT CIRCUIT CLA SS Stanwick Lakes Visitor Centre 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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–––––––––––––––––––––– THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION
Every 1st Thursday of the month The Athletic Club, Newton Road NN10 0HF Any enquires to Emma Connor 0745 800 2967
COFFEE MORNING
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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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HIGHAM FERRERS Wednesday evenings 6pm - 9pm for youths 10 - 16 year old, where it gives them somewhere safe to go, with lots of activities to do. We are looking for new volunteers to join our leaders & young leaders. for more information please contact Nikki 07507176719
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Pemberton Maid Marions EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING THE PEMBERTON CENTRE H E BATES WAY RUSHDEN NN10 9YP For more information contact: Diane 01933 314032 or Nicki 01933 395913
–––––––––––––––––––––– THRAPSTON COUNTRY DANCERS
Country dancing not only helps you to keep fit but is very sociable. You make new friends in a pleasant atmosphere and also maintains one of our great traditions. We meet at the St John’s Ambulance Hall, off Cheyney Lane, Thrapson Monthly on the first and third Wednesdays 2.30pm Details from George on 01933 622827
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Hope Methodist Church Linnetts Lane, Higham Ferrers For all parents & 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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–––––––––––––––––––––– RUSHDEN CL ASSICAL MUSIC SOCIETY Meets on Wednesdays at the Hope Methodist Church, Linnetts Lane, Higham Ferrers 7.30pm-9.30pm AUGUST 7 JOHN GARLEY AUGUST 21 TONY EDWARDS SEPTEMBER 4 JOAN GREEN SEPTEMBER 18 SANDY ELLINA £2 members, £2.50 visitors For more information call: 01933 391283
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We meet at the Pemberton Centre every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1.30p.m, for an interesting presentation on a variety of subjects and 45 different interest groups to choose from! Come along and see if you like it. We are a VERY FRIENDLY GROUP of over 600 members
–––––––––––––––––––––– COFFEE MORNING 10am-12noon Saturday May 11th St Mary’s Church Hall, Rushden Admission 50p Stalls In aid of The Children’s Society
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Wednesdays from 1pm-2.30pm The Masonic Hall Rushden Drop in available Please visit the website for further information and details of other classes in the Higham and Rushden area www.awakenwithyoga.co.uk or call Daisy on 01536 724113
IN THE AFTERNOON
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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.
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HIGHAM BRANCH MU is open to men and women; married, single or divorced (we all do ‘Mothering’ in our lives) All denominations welcome Speakers & Socialising We are a worldwide charity supporting Families Meet first Thursday of month 2:00pm The Bede House, HF; or as advertised in our parish magazine Dora Paynton: 07792337837
MOTHERS’ UNION
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–––––––––––––––––––––– THE SIXTH CLASSIC CAR SHOW Sunday4th August Castle Fields, Kimbolton Road, Higham Ferrers, NN10 8DU from 11am - 4pm.
–––––––––––––––––––––– THE WINGS APPEAL BAND CONCERT SWING’S THE THING Park Road Baptist Church, Rushden Thursday 12th September
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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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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
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Doors are open at the Thrapston & District Tennis Club from 10am to 2pm for anyone interested in playing tennis and joining the club. Meadow Lane, NN14 4QL Fees and further details available at www.thrapstontennisclub.co.uk
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RUSHDEN INDEPENDENT WESLEYAN CHURCH
(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. New members welcome.
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MEET SAFFRON ROAD CAR PARK HIGHAM FERRERS FOR CAR SHARING 9.35am Sunday 4th August Contact 01933 386839 8 mile walk from Bozeat 6.15pm Tuesday 13th August Contact: 077 548 10902 4.25 mile evening walk from Little Harrowden 9am Sunday 18th August Contact: 01832 731998 The first linear section of the “Northampton Round” walk, 5.5 miles. It is essential to ring the leader before you come. 9.35am Sunday 1st September Contact 01933 622895 6 mile walk from Melchbourne 9.30am Sunday 15th September Contact 07462 422097 6 mile walk from Twywell Hills and Dales 9.00am Sunday 6th October Contact 01933 386839 6 mile linear walk, ring the leader by Saturday if you are walking.
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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 JULY 30: WHIST OR BINGO
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A social group for single widowed men and women aged 50 - 70. We are an informal friendly group of widowed people who meet twice a month in the Rushden area to arrange visits to social events eg music events, meals out etc. If you would like to join us or would like further information please contact Anne 07717482252 after 7 pm or Sandy on 07923109840, after 7 pm
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VOTE FOR YOUR SPORT HEROES IT is time to vote for your sporting heroes. East Northamptonshire Council and Freedom Leisure have joined up to celebrate the local sports clubs and personalities across the district and the excellent work they do in local communities. The East Northamptonshire Sports and Physical Activity Awards will take place at the Goods Shed in Rushden on Thursday, October 17, and nominations are now open in the following categories: Community Club/Group of the Year. Community Coach/Activator of the Year. The annual Community Champion/Volunteer of the Year. Primary Sport School of the Year. Secondary Sport School of the Year. Disabled Sports Person of the Year.
Local Sports Person of the Year. Beat the Street Champion - sponsored by Intelligent Health. Leader of East Northamptonshire Council Steven North said: “Across East Northamptonshire, we have an abundance of brilliant sports clubs and people and at the council, we are delighted to have partnered with Freedom Leisure to celebrate the wonderful work being achieved. “We are committed to supporting health and wellbeing, and are looking forward to celebrating all the hardworking, local sports clubs and personalities in East Northamptonshire at the ceremony in October.” East Northamptonshire Active Communities manager for Freedom Leisure Johnathan Rudland, said: “
“The nominations for the East Northamptonshire Sports and Physical Activity Awards are now open. “This is your chance to shout about your local sports club and personalities. “From big clubs to individuals, we want to hear about all of the wonderful work that is being done across the district. “Anyone from East Northamptonshire can be nominated across the categories, and we can’t wait to crown the winners on October 17.” To submit a nomination, visit https://www.east-northamptonshire.gov.uk/ ensportsawards before noon on Monday, September 9, and complete the form. The winner will be announced on the night of the awards ceremony.
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It’s back – time for the big kick-off
FOOTBALL is back and the fixtures are out! This month, AFC Rushden & Diamonds play Leiston in the Evo Stik Premier League at home on Tuesday, August 13, before hosting Nuneaton Borough on Saturday, August 17 and St Ives on Saturday, August 31. Meanwhile, Rushden and Higham United have home games in the United Counties League Division 1, against Holywell Sports, on Saturday, August 3, Long Buckby on Saturday, August 10, Rothwell Corinthians on Tuesday, August 20 and St Andrews on Saturday, August 24. They also have an away clash at Whittlesey Athletic on Saturday, August 17 and play Winslow away in the FA Vase on Saturday, August 31. In September, AFC Rushden &
Diamonds play Royston at home on Saturday, September 14. Rushden and Higham United have home clashes with Raunds Town on Saturday, September 21 and Ayleston Park, on Saturday, September 28. They also visit Melton Town on Saturday, September 7 and Harrowby United on Saturday, September 14. In other news, Diamonds have announced that Paul Lamb is stepping down from the role of assistant manager due to upcoming work commitments. He joined manager Andy Peaks as assistant in 2014 and Peaks said: “From day one Lamby has been a huge part of the club, his knowledge and coaching has been of the absolute highest level.” For more club news from Diamonds, visit www.afcdiamonds.com
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RUSHDEN strongman Tony Clegg is taking part in a charity to train pull and has appealed for sponsors. He has set up a JustGiving page in an attempt to raise funds for the The Lucy Rayner Foundation. Last year, the ‘Big Pull’ saw trucks ranging from 12.5 tons up to 45 tons tackled by 23 Participants, with more than 200 watching the event and helping to raise nearly £7,000. The aim this year is to raise money for the charity, which helps to raise awareness for mental health issues and depression in young adults. The charity aims to promote and raise awareness of the physical and mental health of persons suffering from depression, in particular, but not exclusively young adults,
It also aims to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of depression in young adults and to work alongside other charitable organisations which have the same objectives as foundation. It will take place at Finmere Station, MK18 4AU. Other activities on the day will include childrens’ games, face painting, hot and cold food, a bouncy castle and a raffle. It all takes place on Saturday, August 31, and entry is £2 for adults, with free admission for children. Details of Mr Clegg’s fundraising page is at https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/antony-clegg You can find out more about the foundation itself by visiting thelucyraynerfoundation.com website.
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