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Karols Korner Spring has finally sprung! The Beast from the East went West and the daffs are starting to appear.

Easter is right around the corner and this year seems to be moving swiftly on! Lots of lovely Easter Egg hunts and things to do with the children over the Easter break.

Fabulous news for my show team. Having just competed at Crufts. And our judge was locally known poodle expert Marita Rogers.

Wally won a FIRST , Scarlett a fifth and Gromit a third. So utterly thrilled with my pooches doing so well.

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Mark Spencer MP receives constituency tour with a difference 10 Recipe - Baked Salmon Fillets 12 Finance - Is It Worthwhile Taking Out Private Health Insurance 14 Technology - Don’t Be An April Fool 16 Competitions 18 Nott’s County Show 22 Show Clearance Cowboys The Door 24 Beauty - Spring Clean Your Beauty Routine 26 Health - Managing Your Stress 30 Quirky Britain - Feeling Stressed Out? Take A Walk With A Llama 34 Short Story - The Third Egg 36 Home & Interiors - Wooden Flooring 40 And Another Thing - Tom Has a Spring Clean 44 Gardening - Overhaul Your Lawn 48 Horoscopes April 2018 50 Cake and Bake - Lemon Mascarpone Creams 56 Parenting – On Your Bike 59 Pets - Protect Your Cats and Dogs in the Garden This Spring 60 Motoring - BMW X3: Truly Capable 62 & 63 Puzzles

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Mark Spencer MP receives constituency tour with a difference An interactive map created by Citizens Advice that reveals the issues people are facing in Sherwood has been presented to Mark Spencer.

Mark Spencer was taken on a ward-by-ward virtual tour of his constituency and shown the problems people living in the area are getting help for at Citizens Advice.

The maps - called Constituency Dashboards - also revealed to Mark Spencer the spread of issues facing different types of people in Sherwood, such as disabled people, younger constituents and minorities.

The dashboards were presented to MPs at an event hosted by Citizens Advice in the House of Commons on Wednesday 21 February 2018.

They reveal Citizens Advice in Sherwood helped 1,841people with 11,230 issues. The top three issues people needed assistance with were: Debt, benefits & tax credits and financial services & capability.

According to evidence from the charity, Citizens Advice helps to solve two in three people’s problems, reducing the number of people who turn to public services for support on welfare, health and housing issues.

For every £1 invested in the Citizens Advice service government and public services save £2, amounting to £420 million last year.

Where problems cannot be fully resolved, Citizens Advice works with relevant local and national organisations to help sort out systemic issues.

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the telephone. A national website provides advice online, over email and via web chat at www.citizensadvice.org.uk Mark Spencer said: - -“Citizens Advice in Sherwood works on the frontline to help people with a huge variety of important issues, which means they are well-placed to identify the problems residents are facing.

“I’m always keen to find new and inventive ways of staying informed about the concerns of my constituents. These dashboards are illuminating and the data they contain provide strong evidence on which to act.

“Citizens Advice - with its army of volunteers - is tremendous at providing support for people living in Sherwood I will continue to work closely with them for the benefit of

residents.”

Citizens Advice Chief Executive Gillian Guy said: “It was great that Mark Spencer showed real interest in our interactive maps, which highlight the issues we see on the ground in Sherwood.

“The right advice and support can transform lives. Local Citizens Advice solve the problems for two in three of our clients, and empower people to develop the skills and confidence they need to help themselves.

“It’s important people can access free and impartial advice when they need it, whether face to face, over the phone or online. We’re pleased to work with MPs to help them solve their constituents’ problems and address local and national issues.”

Citizens Advice Sherwood and Newark Advice Service Manager said: Anyone requiring advice or support can get help online at www.citizensadvice.org.uk or from Citizens Advice Sherwood & Newark Open Door Advice Sessions held at: New Ollerton: 5 Forest Court, New Ollerton, NG22 9PL Monday & Wednesday: 9:30am – 2:30pm Newark: Castle House, Great North Road, Newark, NG24 1BY Tuesday & Thursday: 9:30am – 2:30pm Telephone Advice Line: 0344-411-1444 (Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm) Or Call Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline on: 03454 04 05 06

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House and Furniture Moves made Simple Are you looking for a friendly and reliable removal company to help you with house, office or furniture moves - long or short distance? hen why not contact local husband and wife team Tess and Paul Delve. Tess is a local girl and Paul is a south Londoner who moved to the area 2 years ago and started the business!

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By Ann Haldon

Is It Worthwhile Taking Out Private Health Insurance?

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Upcoming day excursions York – Good Friday 30th March Scarborough – Easter Monday 2nd April Chester Zoo or Chester – Saturday 7th April Harewood House – Monday 16th April Stamford Farmers Market – Friday 27th April Settle & Carlisle Railway – Monday 7th May Blenheim Palace – Saturday 12th May Oswaldtwistle Mills & Gawthorpe Hall Wednesday 16th May Bakewell Market & Chatsworth Garden Centre Monday 21st May Tall Ships at Liverpool – Saturday 26th May Whitby – Monday 28th May (Bank Holiday) National Arboretum – Saturday 2nd June For more information please call in and see IMP Travel on Sincil Street, Lincoln or call us on

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Experience a fabulous family day out this spring at the Nottinghamshire County Show 12 & 13 May

Experience a fabulous family day out this Spring at Nottinghamshire County Show. With plenty going on inside and out, on show will be the best cattle, sheep, goats and pigs alongside superb equine events, including majestic ‘heavies’ and first-class showjumping.

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ew for this year; a dedicated ‘Heavies Ring’ where visitors can get closer than ever to watch these magnificent horses prepare for their classes. Meet your favourite farmyard animals, gun dogs and birds of prey. Children will particularly enjoy the antics of the animals in the Countryside Area and the return of the popular Giant Tortoises and, of course, the hilarious ‘Sheep Show’. Interact with Froojampaflip, an 8ft stilted animatronic character accompanied by knowledgeable gardener, Fred, who will be delighting gardeners by handing out free seeds. This unique gardenthemed duo full of quirky details have been especially designed to engage with youngsters to

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encourage healthy eating, buying local produce and understanding the natural environment.

Featuring as the main attraction is the famous Atkinson Action Horses who have recently appeared in the TV series, Poldark, Victoria and Peaky Blinders. In addition, there will be many other spectacular displays to entertain and inform visitors.

There will be music, lots of fun, a tasty Food Experience area, and ample opportunity to shop for crafts, gifts and clothing, many items on sale will not be available in the high street stores.

Hot food and delicious treats available at various food & drink outlets around the show.

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FUNDRAISING IN SUPPORT OF HELP FOR HEROES Palace Theatre, Newark 14th April 19:30 Ticket Prices: £20.50 Website: www.palacenewarktickets.com Box Office: 01636 655755 Reviews & Comments Harbour FM – ‘A Fantastic Production…… Everyone who attended danced the night away and sang every songʼ St Georges Theatre – ʻIf youʼve missed this youʼve missed a treatʼ Mansfield Palace – ʻAbsolutely Amazing performance. Loved every minute of itʼ Facebook Review – ʻWhat a fantastic show. An exceptional group of talented musicians and singers!

About the show: Are you ready to ROCK! Immerse yourself in the incredible new live music experience with Rock For Heroes. Bringing the perfect combination of your favourite Rock & Pop artist across the eras, in celebration of an incredible cause Help for Heroes this show is brought to you by Total Productions.

WWW.TOTALPRODUCTIONS.CO.UK. We will be collecting for this amazing cause, after every show. Performed by a full live rock band and superb singers, It’s the must see show of the year.

With music from artists such as Dire Straits, Status Quo, Queen, David Bowie, Madonna, Spandau Ballet, Bryan Adams, Elton John, Simple Minds and so many more. You won’t see a bad wig here, this isn’t a tribute act this is simply paying tribute, the best way we can to the legends in music.

Be part of Rock For Heroes

COMPETITION It’s your chance to win a Pair of tickets to enjoy an incredible evening of live music with Rock For Heroes heading to The Palace Theatre, Newark for one night only.

To win a pair of tickets to see this superb show, answer this simple question. Who recorded the incredible ‘Brother In Arms’ in 1985? A) Dire Straits B) Bon Jovi C) Status Quo. Send your answer by email with your name, address and daytime phone number plus the venue the show is appearing at to: michella@uselocally.co.uk Closing date: 9th April 2018 Tickets will go to the first entry drawn on 10th April 2018. There is no cash alternative.

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Show Clearance Cowboys The Door

by Kate McLelland

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Personalised Care At your local Barchester care homes

At Barchester we understand finding the right care home can be a daunting decision, that’s why our friendly teams are on hand to offer advice and guidance at a time to suit you.

Our homes offer a range of care services whilst supporting independence and maintaining individual interests. With varied activities programmes and freshly prepared home-cooked meals, we pride ourselves on making everyone feel at home.

Join us for our Open Days: Saturday 21st April 12– 4pm For urgent care or help and advice contact our friendly teams who are always here when you need them.

Lancaster Grange Fernwood, NG24 3NH Tel: 01636 880 774

Tixover House Rutland, PE9 3QN Tel: 01780 778 178

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Beauty Spring Clean Your Beauty Routine

by Kate Duggan www.kateduggan.co.uk

,W¡V QRW MXVW KRPHV WKDW EHQHĂ&#x20AC;W IURP a good olâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; spring cleanâ&#x20AC;Ś DITCH OLD MAKEUP AND SKINCARE PRODUCTS Most of us are guilty of holding onto favourite cosmetics way longer than we should do. While PDNHXS GRHVQ¡W KDYH D Ă&#x20AC;[HG XVH E\ GDWH DV such, it does start to degrade once itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been exposed to air and sunlight. If you check the packaging of any skincare or FRVPHWLF SURGXFW \RX¡OO Ă&#x20AC;QG the PAO symbol. This shows the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;period after openingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; that the product needs to be used within. In most cases, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s six or 12 months.

Products that come into direct contact with your skin, such as a lipstick, or a moisturiser WKDW \RX VFRRS RXW RI WKH MDU ZLWK D Ă&#x20AC;QJHU are particularly virulent breeding grounds for bacteria. So have a good sort through and ditch anything thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been open longer than its PAO. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also worth having a bit of a declutter at the same time. Are you ever going to wear that lurid purple eyeshadow?

If you want products that will last longer, check the PAO before you buy. In general, pump action lotions will last longer than those in jars, as the lotion comes into less contact with oxygen and light.

CLEAN MAKEUP BRUSHES Makeup brushes and cases can get decidedly grubby, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good idea to give them a gentle clean on a regular basis. Most cosmetic bags can be washed by hand, using a 24

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Brushes can be cleaned with face wash, baby shampoo or a mild soap. Soap is probably the easiest.

Just swirl the brush gently on wet soap to create ODWKHU XVH \RXU Ă&#x20AC;QJHUV WR PDVVDJH WKH EULVWOHV then rinse thoroughly with warm water and leave it to dry.

If your old brushes are past the point of revival, the Nellie Make Up Brush Set from Oliver Bonas is worth considering. For ÂŁ38, you get Ă&#x20AC;YH GLIIHUHQW W\SHV RI EUXVKHV DQG D KDQG\ mirror, all housed in a stylish pink case.

TRY SOMETHING NEW Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to get stuck in a perfume rut, wearing the same fragrance year after year. Or worse, wearing a fragrance youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been given as a gift but arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t in love with. Fragrance doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to be expensive. Marks and Spencerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Island Escape Eau De Toilette is ÂŁ16 for a 95ml bottle. For ÂŁ18 you can have the giftset, which includes a full size fragrance and body lotion. Island Escape is a light, citrusy fragrance, with notes of bergamot, pear and rose, mixed with a hint of sea salt, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perfect for spring and summer.

SLAP ON THE SPF Ideally, we should protect our skin from the sun every day, rain or shine. The easiest way to take care of your face is by choosing a moisturiser with a high SPF rating. Nspa Expert Daily Rejuvenate Cream has an SPF of 30 and contains active ingredients such as Crocus Chrysanthus Bulb extract, which has been proven to improve the appearance of ageing skin.

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more, the cream costs just ÂŁ10 in ASDA. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ideal for spring, but come summer youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need a sun lotion that you can reapply throughout the day.

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Get your feet Looking and Feeling Great for Spring

HELPING YOU LIVE WELL

Treasured feet is a home visiting practice that offers advice and treatment for a variety of routine foot and nail conditions. l Corn Removal l Callus Reduction l Nail Cutting l Fungal Infections l Verruca & Ingrowing Toenails l Medi-Pedi New Indulgent Medi-Pedi Treatment available See website for details

Treasure your feet for life and call today to make an appointment. @rhbsm

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By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk

Managing Your Stress

Persistent stress can affect our health and even cause serious illness, so we need to know how to reduce stress and its effects. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Stressâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; can refer to two different but related things: situations or events that put pressure on us; and our reaction to that pressure.

Stress can: â&#x20AC;˘ Affect your mental health, causing problems such as depression and exacerbating existing mental health issues. â&#x20AC;˘ Affect your physical health by preventing proper sleeping or eating, and causing excess cortisol and adrenaline release.

This makes you feel unwell and may eventually lead to serious conditions, e.g. heart disease, asthma, stroke, diabetes and some cancers.

What Causes Stress? â&#x20AC;˘ Major changes or events: bereavement, moving home, Ă&#x20AC;QDQFLDO FULVHV H[DPV redundancy, retirement, job change, marriage, relationship break-up, illness/injury, pregnancy/parenthood. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Happyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; events put extra pressure on us not to appear stressed. â&#x20AC;˘ Continual pressure: job, health or relationship worries, overwhelming responsibilities. â&#x20AC;˘ Feeling out of control and unable to change situations. â&#x20AC;˘ Uncertainty, e.g. potential redundancy. â&#x20AC;˘ A life that lacks change, purpose or activity. â&#x20AC;˘ Clutter and disorganisation, e.g. always running late. Research shows just the sight of clutter causes stress.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Your perception of the situation (affected by your positivity (or lack of it) and past experiences). â&#x20AC;˘ Your mental health and emotional resilience. â&#x20AC;˘ The support you receive.

Symptoms of Stress â&#x20AC;˘ Avoiding the stress source. â&#x20AC;˘ Irritability, impatience, aggression, restlessness. â&#x20AC;˘ Depression or anxiety. â&#x20AC;˘ An inability to enjoy yourself/ take an interest. â&#x20AC;˘ A sense of dread. â&#x20AC;˘ Feeling neglected or tearful. Â&#x2021; 'LIĂ&#x20AC;FXOW\ PDNLQJ GHFLVLRQV DQG concentrating. â&#x20AC;˘ Poor lifestyle choices: biting your nails, smoking or drinking, eating too much/too little. â&#x20AC;˘ Shallow breathing/ hyperventilating. â&#x20AC;˘ Panic attacks. â&#x20AC;˘ Insomnia or disturbed sleep. â&#x20AC;˘ Muscle tension. â&#x20AC;˘ Blurred eyesight or sore eyes. â&#x20AC;˘ Loss of libido. â&#x20AC;˘ Teeth grinding or clenching your jaw. â&#x20AC;˘ Headaches. â&#x20AC;˘ Chest pains. â&#x20AC;˘ High blood pressure. â&#x20AC;˘ Indigestion or heartburn. â&#x20AC;˘ Constipation or diarrhoea. â&#x20AC;˘ Nausea or dizziness. â&#x20AC;˘ Fatigue.

Reducing and Coping with Stress Reducing your responsibilities and using time-management or organisational techniques can help to reduce stress in your life. <RX FDQ Ă&#x20AC;QG WLPH PDQDJHPHQW tips at www.nhs.uk/conditions/ stress-anxiety-depression/ time-management-tips/ and www.mind.org.uk/informationsupport/tips-for-everydayliving/stress/dealing-withpressure/, which also has coping VWUDWHJLHV IRU VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F SUHVVXUHV such as being a student.

Reducing the causes of our stress is important, but sometimes we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change stressful situations.

However, we can learn to improve how we react to them.

Self-help strategies include: > Complementary therapies Therapies like yoga, meditation, aromatherapy, massage, acupuncture and ecotherapy (time spent in nature) may help you relax. > Lifestyle Changes A healthy diet, regular exercise and adequate sleep help. Spend time with family and friends and talk through your problems. Make time for hobbies and relaxation; downtime isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a luxury, but essential for a healthy mind and body. > Changing Your Mind Develop a more positive outlook.

This video discusses replacing negative thinking with positive: www.nhs.uk/Video/Pages/ unhelpful-thinking-podcast. aspx?searchtype=Tag&searcht erm=Mental+health. > Breathing eercises <RX FDQ Ă&#x20AC;QG LQVWUXFWLRQV DW www. nhs.uk/conditions/stressanxiety-depression/waysrelieve-stress/ > Stress-busting apps and courses Try the NHSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Chill Panda apps. beta.nhs.uk/chill-panda/, Silver Cloud apps.beta.nhs. uk/silvercloud/ and the Stress & Anxiety Companion apps. beta.nhs.uk/stress-anxietycompanion/.

For further help, visit your GP, who can recommend: > Talking treatments â&#x20AC;˘ Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps you understand your stress triggers and reaction to them, showing you how to act and react more positively. â&#x20AC;˘ Mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR) combines mindfulness, meditation and yoga to reduce stress. > Medication to reduce symptoms E.g. antidepressants, sleeping pills, irritable bowel syndrome treatments and high blood pressure medication.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ignore stress until itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s damaged your health. Tackle it now.

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Make 2018 the year you get rid of your phobia once and for all!

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Feeling stressed out? Take a walk with a llama

by Kate McLelland

According to the advertisement strapline for one of the many llama trekking trips available in the UK today: “You feel calmer when you walk with a llama”.

If you’ve recently browsed magazines or websites offering rural escapes, the chances are you will have noticed promotions for llama trekking.

Llamas originally came from South America, where local people have used them as pack animals for hundreds of years. Their specially adapted feet - padded, like a dog’s - together with their friendly natures made them the perfect companion for long treks across the mountainous Andes region.

Like the alpaca, the guanaco and the vicuna, llamas belong to a biological family known as ‘camelidae’. All four species, known as ‘New World camelids’, sprang from a common ancestor, which was also the antecedent of the African and Asian camels.

From the middle of the 20th century llamas began to be exported to the US and Canada in large numbers.

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found them particularly useful for transporting their harvested fruit down steep valley slopes, but it wasn’t long before Californians began to UHFRJQLVH WKHUDSHXWLF EHQHÀWV of walking with llamas. When llama trekking arrived in Britain in 1997, the Independent newspaper described it as “an exotic import” but since then opportunities to walk with llamas have become almost commonplace.

WHAT HAPPENS ON A LLAMA TREK? Although llamas are able to pull carts and carry up to 25% of their body weight, they are not suitable for riding, so your trekking experience will be limited to leading your llama on a halter as you walk DORQJ $W ÀUVW JODQFH WKLV may not seem like much of an ‘experience’, but trekkers report that leading a llama is a surprisingly relaxing and calming experience.

A UK llama trek can involve anything from a half-day trip (ending with a cream tea, of course) to a ramble lasting several days. Brenda Stevens, a member of the British Llama Society and owner of the

trekking company UK Llamas, offers visitors the opportunity to halter and groom their llama before leading them into the country lanes and footpaths around the village of Mosterton in Dorset. Llamas are usually well-behaved but have been known to pause on their URXWH LI WKH\ ÀQG D SDUWLFXODUO\ tasty hedgerow plant. Brenda explains: “Our llamas enjoy nothing more than exploring the village and helping our neighbours by ‘trimming’ their bushes and trees along the way!”

WHAT MAKES LLAMAS SO SPECIAL? Llamas will also stop in the middle of a trekking expedition if they sense the presence of wildlife, helping their human companions spot creatures they might otherwise fail to see on a countryside walk. With their sharp senses and strong protective instincts, they are often used on farms to guard lambs, ducks and chickens from attack by predators.

Hardy and undemanding, they are also placed in paddocks to provide companionship for horses and ponies.

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bond with other species that has singled llamas out as ideal travelling companions for humans. In spite of rumours that llamas can spit in spectacular fashion if angered, this rarely happens.

These animals can exhibit aggressive behaviour if they are not reared in groups with other llamas, but are usually docile and friendly to humans if allowed to socialise with their own kind.

In fact, many UK llama owners KDYH EHFRPH VR FRQÀGHQW RI their animals’ good behaviour that they have started to involve them in animal therapy sessions. Llamas’ soft fur, large eyes and human-like expressions are helpful when working with autistic children and adult dementia patients. The care team at the Lexicon Nursing Home in

Exeter frequently arranges visits from llamas and their handlers: “When the llamas come to visit we enjoy their quirky expressions and the feel of their coats when we stroke them. It’s this type of connection that helps those with dementia experience moments of lucidity that improve quality of life and wellbeing.”

Parties and celebrations are another growth area for the ‘llama experience’. In 2009 James and Suzanne Benson set up Nidderdale Llamas from their farm in North Yorkshire with a view to diversifying their farm business, and they now make their animals available for hen parties and weddings.

For hen parties the llamas are equipped with pink ‘L’ plates on their tails, while participants

can hire sashes to wear as they walk. At weddings, llamas meet and greet guests and provide a focus for photographs. Suzanne says: “We can arrange for two llamas or one llama and one alpaca to accompany the bride and groom through the ceremony, walk down the aisle, even carry the rings!”

Paying to lead an animal on a countryside ramble may seem like a slightly eccentric thing to do, but there’s little doubt that llama trekking is a magical and unforgettable experience for those who take part, providing an effective way to de-stress and get back in tune with nature. To quote one happy customer who reviewed his trekking trip on the TripAdvisor website: “Quite simply one of the BEST days out we have had.”

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A big year ahead for Newark’s newest neighbourhood Middlebeck, the new community taking shape on the land south of Newark, remains a hive of activity.

Bowbridge Green, the first of many open spaces that will characterise the development, is now finished. The new loop road, which forms the outline of the first homes at Middlebeck, is also on the point of completion.

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Short S hort S Story tory The Third d Egg Egg By Jackie Jackie Brewster Brewste er “How do you blow an egg, Ben?” laptop.

Ben looked up from his lap top.

He’d been pretending not to o sitting watch Leanne, who was sit tting at the dining table with her craft basket and a box of eggs.

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Leanne’s Leanne’ s hands shot up to o her spoilt mouth. “Now I’ve really spo oilt the surprise!” laughed, “Come on Lea,” Ben laugh hed, “show me.” the Leanne cautiously lifted th e lid pulled of her craft basket and pul led out two yellow egg cups. ““II decorated them at ‘Paint a Pot’ with their names on.” pretty,” grinned.

“They’re They re pretty ,,” Ben grinne ed.

“Tweedledum Tweedledee “T Tw weedledum and T weedle w edee will love tucking into their chucky eggs using them.”

“You them “Y Yo ou have to stop calling th hem that!” Leanne laughed.

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frowned.

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“Yes,” “Y Ye es,” she said, “I thought you were supposed to?”

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Tom Has a Spring Clean

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“Tom, I can’t move in this bloody garage, when are you going to sort it?”

Camper Van Monthly fell limply from my hands as my Dearly Beloved’s command echoed around the house.

Time once more to don the gardening gloves and spring into action. Old lamps, decorations and suitcases fell at my feet as Sarah ploughed through twenty years of accumulated detritus. “Look, there’s only one thing for it, you’ll have to go the tip.”

“On a Sunday morning? Are you insane?”

“Well what else were you planning on doing today?”

“Is this your latest obsession? Camper vans?

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Sarah re-appeared.

“Tom, stop rummaging and get on with it.”

“This is your Great Uncle Jack’s picture – it might be worth a few bob. Look at those storm clouds, very ominous, don’t you think?”

“That’s not a storm cloud gathered over Mount Fuji, that’s a water stain. Now stop rummaging and throw it out. No, not them! They’re my best table decorations!”

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“And what have we got in there, sir?”

“Rugs, suitcases, pillows, pictures, boots, jumpers, paint pots, paint brushes, paint rollers, table decorations, old bottles, old bags, old memories, lost causes, dashed hopes and broken dreams.”

“Rugs in the carpet hopper, sir, broken dreams in nonrecyclable.”

And with a wave of his hand, I was in. Pausing for a moment to wait for a space, I observed batteries,

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lady ran over to steady my ship. Slowly, we staggered together towards the skip.

Then it was time for the silk print. I was just about to heave it into the skip when the little bearded man with the brush jumped in front of me, waving his arms.

still in the garage. “Tom you forgot all these old magazines.”

“Whoa! What you doing with that?”

That evening, during Silent Witness, I was browsing on my laptop when suddenly I froze.

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“You let me take care of that, sir.”

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“Bigbrush780. Well, you know best dear!”

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Horoscopes by Russell Grant ARIES

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24th - August 23rd

A brilliant idea at Easter is worth developing. You're tired of making money for others. Launching your own business will allow you to set your own hours and follow your instincts. If you've been thinking of changing your luck, the New Moon on the 16th is an ideal time to do so. On the 30th, the Full Moon is great for making a long term investment.

Easter ushers in an opportunity to travel, study or write. Being able to visit a country that has deep spiritual meaning will be inspiring. If you aren't able to get away, sign up for an advanced course of learning or begin work on an article. The Full Moon on the 30th is good for wrapping up a property matter.

SAGITTARIUS November 23rd - Dec 21st Pour your energy into creative projects during Easter. Putting an innovative spin on traditional forms will attract lots of favourable publicity. The New Moon on the 16th is ideal for going on a first date or going on a second honeymoon.

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Easter will be a relaxing time. Take this opportunity to enjoy the company of your nearest and dearest. Although you enjoy dressing up, you don't especially want to be working hard to serve others. On the 16th, the New Moon allows you to let go of a period of struggle. Instead of dwelling on the past, you'll make a fresh start.

News of an inheritance, legal settlement or insurance refund will reach your ears on or around Easter.

This is a great time to upgrade your technical equipment. The New Moon on the 16th finds you making inroads to a close relationship. By forgiving a past mistake, you'll forge a strong bond that is virtually unbreakable.

The days surrounding Easter find you more ambitious than ever. This is a good time to make plans for professional success. A collaboration comes to a successful conclusion on the 30th, when the Full Moon cultivates a celebratory atmosphere. Make sure to attend a big wrap party. It's important to keep in touch with the people who have encouraged you.

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January 21st - Feb 19th

Attending an Easter party will be lots more fun than you expect. You'll meet an interesting person who excites your interest in a hobby or sport. Let your new friend take you to a cultural event or game; you'll have a wonderful time together. On the 30th, the Full Moon will bring relief from a persistent health problem.

Working with a partner will be productive in the days surrounding Easter. Be open to trying cutting edge techniques, even if you've been steeped in an old tradition. A handsome bonus could come your way on the 30th, thanks to an enriching Full Moon. Use some of this money for some beautiful furnishings or artwork.

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October 24th - Nov 22nd

You'll attract wonderful publicity on or around Easter, when word spreads of your leadership ability. Your willingness to accept a thankless job is greatly appreciated. Thanks to you, an organisation that was on the verge of falling apart has been salvaged. A romantic relationship will burst into flower on the 30th, thanks to a passionate Full Moon.

An unusual work opportunity will be made on or around Easter. Take this opportunity to gain some experience in an entirely different field. The more varied your skill set, the easier it will be to land the well paid assignments you want. A personal project will come to fruition on the 30th, thanks to an empowering Full Moon.

The 1st brings exciting news about a family or community matter. This Easter, you'll be able to break away from a confining routine and enjoy a greater measure of freedom. On the 16th, the New Moon urges you to speak up for your beliefs. The Full Moon on the 30th will bring a promotion or award for a job well done.

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The Life List Badge of Honour In decades past, the younger generation relied on slogans to get their point across. Whether on badges, posters, or placards, many a complex issue boiled down to a punchy statement.

In these turbulent times, maybe it’s our turn to again highlight the issues that matter to us: - I keep an untended allotment - can you dig it?

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- Careless Talk Costs Free Minutes - Left, right, or middle of the road - please obey the Highway Code.

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- I’m not marching for a cause, I’m just getting my 10,000 daily steps.

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On Your Bike

by Kate Duggan kateduggan.co.uk

Learning to ride a bike opens up a whole new world of fun and independence for children. Even babies and toddlers can join in the fun of a family bike ride, with a little helpâ&#x20AC;Ś Babies can start joining you on bike rides from around nine months old, as long as they can hold their head up unsupported. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need to choose between a trailer and a front or rear bike seat.

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Bike trailers are more expensive than seats, but you can pull older children, and often two at a time (plus picnics or shopping). Trailers usually have a cover, so your child will stay dry if you get caught in the rain, even if you get soaked.

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to ride a 16â&#x20AC;? bike, you might want to progress from a seat or trailer to a Trail Gator or other tow bar. These attach your bike to your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, so you can pull your child behind you.

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Sir William Robertson Academy launches Aspire Schools Trust, its Multi Academy Trust Sir William Robertson's new Multi Academy Trust (MAT), Aspire Schools Trust has launched today, 1st March, with Bassingham Primary School being the first primary school to join the Trust.

Mark Guest, Chief Executive of Aspire Schools Trust and Headteacher of Sir William Robertson Academy commented: "Following our application being approved in August 2017 with many months of planning and preparation, I am delighted to announce the launch of the Aspire Schools Trust and warmly welcome Bassingham Primary School as they become the first school to join us.

We are committed to delivering an outstanding education for all, irrespective of the starting points for our individual pupils. The Trust is underpinned by our ASPIRE ethos and is driven by a clear moral purpose to play a key role in system-leadership, supporting developments in schools for the benefit of all pupils within the Trust and across the communities we serve. Children come first in all our schools - this is our simple and non-negotiable message."

The Trust will be one of the first Lincolnshire-based crossphase Multi Academy Trusts.

From 1st March, both Sir William Robertson Academy and Bassingham Primary School will be run by the Aspire Schools Trust. Both academies will have representation on the main Trust board which will be

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headed up by the Venerable Brian Lucas CB as Chairman of the Board of Trustees and each will have its own separate Local Governing Body. Bassingham Primary School, which becomes an Academy today, will concentrate on developing the primary phase of the Trust and Sir William Robertson will develop the secondary phase.

Collaboration between the two schools will bring new learning opportunities for pupils and enhance learning in both settings.

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Protect Your Cats and Dogs in the Garden This Spring If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re enjoying the warmer weather this springtime, and spending more time in the garden with your pet, here are a few tips to keep both cats and dogs safe and well, and avoid any urgent visits to the vet.

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BMW X3: Truly Capable

by James Baggot

The wheels are spinning, but the BMW isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going anywhere.

Every revolution of the alloys sinks the new X3 deeper into the huge blood-orange dunes of the Saharan desert.

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been tackling one of the toughest off-road routes Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever experienced â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from deep, rolling dunes to sharp, rocky trails â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and the fact that only now, close to our Ă&#x20AC;QDO GHVWLQDWLRQ RQH RI P\ colleagues has managed to half bury a BMW is a testament to the X3â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abilities.

Nestled in a lunar landscape, beneath a carpet of stars so bright they look superimposed on the sky, is our camp â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a long way from the madness of Marrakesh, where our day began.

We set off on our epic drive towards the Atlas Mountains, the roads from the city quickly opening up into out-of-thisworld landscapes. Soon weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re crossing the Tizi n Tichka mountain pass, one mighty hairpin after another. Our X30d â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with a new 260bhp, 620Nm engine â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is the pick of the range, and on these roads itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s swift and enjoyable.

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Iriki Lane and Erg Chigaga, all stages of the famous Dakar Rally.

By dusk weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve covered nearly 300 miles and have taken in the stunning Anti Atlas Mountains. We pass through Mâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hamid, the last conurbation before the desert, in a dusty convoy of 15 brand new BMWs.

On the edge of the desert, a rear tyre loses pressure but BMW chaperones soon change the wheel and we continue. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re enjoying the X3â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comfy new interior and smart multimedia system when another tyre bursts. It takes an hour for the BMW support car to arrive, and it looks like weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll PLVV WKH Ă LJKW IURP 0DUUDNHVK

Our camp is an hour of offroading away and our X3 drifts and slips its way like a rally car across the challenging terrain, with just the lights of the cars in front illuminating the impenetrable darkness.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the blackness that catches out a colleague when approaching the camp, resulting in the BMW being beached in a position that takes seven men and shovels to retrieve it from.

The next morning, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re told today will be tougher than yesterday. Five hours of harsh off-roading will be followed by a dash back across the mountains to the airport.

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re quickly back in the groove, drifting the off-roader around sandy corners and clattering over sharp rocks.

As the desert eases, we H[SHULHQFH WKH EDUUHQ Ă DW GU\ river beds of the Ouef Draa,

And so begins a rush to the airport, but from screeching hairpin bends to blink-andyouâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll-miss-them overtakes, the BMW takes it all in its stride and we arrive with minutes to spare.

Sat, perspiring, exhausted but elated on the plane, we smile â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we made it. The BMW X3 may have two new tyres, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been returned unscathed and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re taking off just 25 minutes after arriving at the airport.

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