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February 2004
SPECIAL VALUE GRAND PRIX TICKETS FOR
This week Silverstone launched its online booking service for fans seeking
to experience the thrills of this
The new 24 hour service at www.silverstonemotorsport.co.uk means it's never
been easier for Formula One
The launch comes as fans have one month to take advantage of Silverstone's
early booking offer. Fans buying in This offer has been a major feature of Silverstone Motorsport's new pricing strategy for 2004.
With general walkabout tickets available from £90 for adults, the free
upgrade .......................... March 2004 'HANDS OFF HORTON' -A NEW APPEAL
Cuts to our hospital not acceptable A NEW CAMPAIGN has been launched to ensure
that Horton General Hospital's
And supporters from as far away as Daventry and Chipping Norton had pledged
their
The launch took place at the Oxford Road hospital with Banbury Town Mayor
Cllr Rosemarie Higham, Banbury MP
Action group chairman George Parish said: "It was arranged so we could get
feedback from the trust on questions we
Mr Campbell Davies described the meeting as "very useful". "A large
part of our discussion was about delayed
And Mr Campbell Davies added that with doctors' training time halved in recent
years, learning was
Mr Parish said: "This has been a good start to the campaign. We now need
to explain to people that we
"We gave a very clear message about how strongly people feel about keeping
24-hour services at the
Now a meeting is to be set up between the Trust, MPs and the Royal College
of Paediatrics to discuss
The current review of paediatrics has prompted fears that a weekdays-only,
daytime service will be
Mr Parish said that since news of the launch was published in last week's
Banbury Guardian,
"I have been overwhelmed by the number of people ringing for petition sheets
from places like ...................... MISSING £1m ENQUIRY APPEAL
Furious Banbury parents are demanding a public enquiry over the discovery
of £1 million in a bank
The parents — whose children attend the Sycamore House respite centrein
Banbury — took their protest to
Many had campaigned to save Sycamore House from closure in 2002 and believe
the home, along
Sycamore House was saved when children's charity Barnardo's and the Oxfordshire
Learning Disability
Janice Underwood has taken her son Lewis to Sycamore House for the last 12
years. After attending "But although we didn't get any answers from them, at least they know we are demanding some.
"When Sycamore closes I shall miss the after school sessions the most. Lewis
is 16 and severely disabled.
After the protest council leader Cllr Keith Mitchell said: "This money had
built up in an account over five years and only ........................ MR ARTHUR RIGGS It is with great sadness to report the death of Arthur Riggs just a few days before his 99th birthday.
Mr Riggs came to Charlton in the 1960's as a gardener to Margaret Countess
of Birkenhead at Holly House. Our deepest sympathy is passed onto his son Brian, daughter-in law Lynne and thier family. ........................ "HOPE FOR AYNHOE PARK RESIDENTS"
As reported in the local Banbury Guardian, hope for Aynhoe residents ELDERLY
residents facing eviction
Seventeen people, in their 80s and 90s, had been given notice to quit their
serviced apartments –
But CHA trustees are now working with the successful bidder to convert their
offer into a signed contract
Christopher Taylor, acting chairman of the association, said the trustees
were delighted with the bids "We hope to be able to exchange contracts as soon as possible," he said. "We have asked the residents to remain cautious until the exchanges are confirmed."
Parish council chairman Keith McClellan welcomed the news and said he hoped
"It gives residents and staff security for a little longer. They feel it has given them breathing space," he said.
The CHA bought its historic properties in the 1950s and sold off apartments
to mostly well-off ex-service ..................... "PLAN TO RESTORE AIRFIELD RAF BICESTER"
THE former RAF Bicester airfield could be restored to its former glory
by a vintage and classic aircraft company.
A company spokesman described the historic airfield as 'a gem on Bicester's
doorstep', adding: "Flying
"We want to buy and restore the rest of the airfield site for other business
and aviation related use – to generate funds for
Berkshire-based Flying A Services Ltd currently owns the former Cruise Missile
site at Greenham Common near
The planes it is restoring include a Spitfire, Mustang, Thunderbolt, an A26
Invader, a P40 Warhawk and a World
The airfield had been earmarked by Cherwell District Council for more than
1,000 homes. But the CDC
CDC leader of the council Cllr George Reynolds said: "I am sure CDC would
look ........................ April 2004 "Your bill for new state-of the-art Oxford Children's hospital is £2.88"
Less than £3 would be needed from everyone in Oxfordshire to help complete
the state-of the-art Oxford
The £20m hospital, being built at the John Radcliffe site in Headington,
is due to open its doors in
The community is being asked to provide £2.5m, of which £750,000
has already been raised. Therefore, by digging into
Charitable trusts and corporate donors are being asked to find £12.5m
of the funding -- most of which has
Dr Anne Thomson, consultant in paediatric respiratory medicine at the JR,
said: "I can hardly think of a more Many people have already worked hard to do their bit for the Oxford Children's Hospital Campaign.
Joggers have run more than 4,000km in marathons and fun runs, cyclists have
pedalled
Pounds have been lost in diets, lengths have been swum, and fairways have
been trodden in golf tournaments To contact the campaign's fundraising office, call 01865 222807. ......................... "TOADS AND FROGS ARE ON THE MOVE AGAIN IN CHARLTON"
Almost a month later than last year due to the late frosts and the toads
and frogs are moving in large numbers. Anyone wishing to help empty traps in the mornings should contact 01295 810870 or 0781 8462584 ...................... "MORE TIME TO RECYCLE YOUR RUBBISH"
NOW that spring is here and the evenings are lighter, South Northamptonshire
Council has extended the
The summer opening hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 –19:00, Saturday
and
Don't forget that they accept a wide range of waste for recycling. Items
that can be recycled
Garden waste suitable for composting will be accepted, along with furniture
with a valid fire label. Items that cannot For more information contact the site office on 01295 713782. ..................... "OXFORD POSTAL DISPUTE MAY SPREAD WARNS UNION"
The strike by Oxford postal workers could expand to other areas of the country
unless staff vote to return to work.
But unless a deal is struck at a mass rally at the Cowley Workers Social
Club in Between Towns Road, CWU
National CWU spokesman Chris Proctor said: "Either the meetings make some
progress or the strike will expand." Local union leaders say they are not optimistic staff will vote for a return to work.
The number of workers taking action has since swelled to 480 with both the
Headington delivery office and Royal ............A deal was struck and the Dispute was settled 20 April........ .......................... "NORTHAMPTONSHIRE C.C. SPEND £900,000 ON MAJOR COUNTRY PARK EXPANSION"
Plans for an ambitious £1.5m new regional country park in the county
have taken a significant step forward with news that
Cabinet member for finance Les Patterson has given the go ahead for the council
to spend a government grant of £900,000
Plans for the regional park in the county were unveiled in January in a bid
to hit the right balance between future growth
"By purchasing this land we are not only securing the long term future of
this unique
With the purchase of the land now complete a variety of options will be explored
by the council into how the land will These options will be reported to full council this summer. ............................ May 2004
The Newbottle and Charlton CE School's CHARITY BALL
was a brilliant night for all those who attended and
Brackley Community Carnival 2004 Plans are well underway for the annual Brackley Carnival to be held on Saturday 12th June 2004.
The new organising committee is calling on as many local organisations as
possible to get involved to ensure
The theme for Carnival 2004 will be `Around the World'. A number of changes
to previous years events have
The carnival will commence at 11am, to allow better opportunities for everyone,
and will be held at the St Johns site at
Charlton - BRING AND BUY at Thanet Lodge, Hogg
Lane on Sunday 16th May aid of NANNA to help
local animals
COUNCIL HOLDS FIRST COMPUTER AMNESTY
COUNCIL staff, residents, businesses and schools have the chance to recycle
their unused and outdated computer
The Council has invited everyone to bring in old computers, printers, keyboards,
modems and monitors that they
These upgraded computers can then be sold to people who are either re-training
to use computers, or students on a
There is no charge for collecting any serviceable computers and the Council
will not be profiting from the scheme
The Rose and Crown Aunt Sally Team are competing
now again, having been promoted
"THE ANNUAL BANBURY CARNIVAL IS CANCELLED"
The Cancellation of this year's Banbury Carnival is a bitter blow to
the town and those who have supported it.
Round Table members have been told they could be held personally liable if
something went wrong.
Town mayor Rosemarie Higham is equally shocked. She said: "It was such
a wonderful carnival last year. I'm extremely
"NEWS WATCHDOG BITES ANN SUMMERS"
A SAUCY advertising campaign for a new sex shop opened in Castle Quay,
Banbury that used a pun on Banbury's
Just one complaint was received by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA)
about the eight metre-high billboard
The poster, which played on the Ride a Cock Horse rhyme and pictured a woman
in her underwear, was
A series of photographs of naked bottoms used in a toilet tissue campaign
and an image of a woman in a
In all, 14,277 complaints were made, but out of the top ten most complained
about ads, only two were banned.
Watchdogs singled out the Ann Summers billboard for a ban because of its
use of a nursery rhyme, which was likely to
But a spokesperson for Ann Summers said: "The message was tongue in cheek
and not in any way meant to
"DIXONS CLOSURE BRINGS JOBS WOE" High-street electrical chain Dixons is to close its Banbury store with the loss of 10 jobs. The move comes as it was revealed the group is to shut down 106 of its underperforming stores across the UK and Ireland following disappointing sales since Christmas. But the stores in the Clarendon Centre, Oxford and the Woolgate Centre, Witney, will remain open.
A Dixons spokesman said: "There will be a 90-day consultation period for
employees and wewill be looking
The move follows the closure of Dixons Master Care distribution centre at
Milton Park, near Abingdon, in
The move follows the piloting of a larger format, known as Dixons XL, at
various locations including ..................... June 2004 "SILVERSTONE GRAND PRIX SELLOUT"
Silverstone announced today that all three days of the 2004 Foster's British
Grand Prix (Friday 9th to Sunday
The demand for tickets to this year's British Grand Prix, the UK's premier
motorsport event, has been exceptional.
SWIM CLUB TO LAUNCH IN SEPTEMBER
A NEW CLUB for young swimmers in the district will be launched at the Towcester
Centre for Leisure in September. Training will be on Monday and Wednesday
evenings 6-7pm and Saturday mornings 7-8am The Club aims to provide swimmers with expert coaching to help them develop their swimming skills beyond the normal lesson programme, and introduce youngsters to squad swimming and eventually competitive swimming.
In order to be join the club for September swimmers must enrol at one of
the sessions listed below during next Monday 21 June: 4.00-6.30pm Tuesday 22 June: 3.30-6.30pm Thursday 24 June: 3.30-700pm
EVERYBODY HATES JUNK MAIL! IT'S OFFICIAL- junk mail has been voted as the most annoying consumer issue. This is the result of the poll carried out by the BBC TV programme `Brassed Off Britain.' Every year around 500,000 tonnes of junk mail - about 250 items per household per year - come uninvited through householders' letterboxes. South Northamptonshire Council's Environmental Services Team can offer advice on how to enjoy a junk mail free home and cut down on rubbish at the same time. The Council advises that householders can do the following:
Register with the Mailing Preference Service. This means that your
name will be taken off the mailing lists of Residents can also ask the Royal Mail Door to Door Service not to deliver unaddressed mail to your home. This can be done by writing to Door to Door Customer Services, Room 130, Wheatstone House, Farraday Road, Swindon, SN3 5JW. When filling in product warrantees, competitions and catalogue forms tick the opt-out box so details are not passed onto other companies.
Select the option to not have your name shown on the public copy of the electoral
role, which is sold to mailing firms. For more information and advice contact Elly Catchpole, Waste Management Officer at South Northants Council on 01327 322320.
On Tuesday 13 July at 7.00pm there will be a presentation in The Memorial Hall to thank retiring members of the Parish Council for their service to the well-being of the Parish, those being thanked are:
Mr Pat Locke for 21 years of service, 17 years
as Chairman
A43 closed on Friday 9, Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 July for Silverstone Advice leaflets for drivers, aimed at keeping traffic moving during the 2004 Foster's British Grand Prix at Silverstone, are published today by the British Grand Prix Inter Agency Working Group. The leaflets target three different audiences - local residents, race traffic and through traffic - and publicise the traffic arrangements to help people plan their journeys and keep disruption to a minimum. The Inter Agency Working Group announced in May that the A43 will be closed to non-race traffic between M1 J15a in Northamptonshire and M40 J10 in Oxfordshire from 4am to 10pm on Friday 9, Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 July. The leaflet for race traffic explains the one-way system that will be in operation on the A43 to help race goers reach the circuit while the one for national traffic gives details of diversion routes for drivers who would normally use the A43.
The leaflet for nearby communities tells people about local access routes
and how the A43 closure will affect
The leaflets are available from a number of outlets, including Northamptonshire's
tourist information offices,
B4100 an accident waiting to happen- does it need 4 deaths to prove a point? In August 2001 Christine Williams was driving along the B4100 to visit her sick mother. She died instantly after a car swerved into her path. The other driver was later convicted of driving without due care and attention. The accident happened at the entrance to the Great Barn which is about 200 yards from the bridge on which the Blessed George Napier school bus and a tractor collision in last week's tragedy .
Following the school bus crash Christine's father, Geoff Williams, returned
to the scene of the accident. Following Christine's death Mr Williams contacted Northamptonshire County Council to urge it to introduce safety measures on the road. He was told little could be done as it was not a designated accident spot.
"Two people have died there now and it seems like every time I drive along
there I see a car which has come off the road, In Christine's case
I know the other driver was at fault, but I also believe that the bends and
the undulating road may have contributed to the accident.
A spokesman for Northamptonshire said normally there needs to be four fatal
or serious injury accidents on a road before action is taken. But
added an investigation into the accident and the road has begun and the council
will be communicating with Oxfordshire County ........................ Presentation to retiring members of the Parish Council, Tuesday 13 July 2004 with Photos ...................... ...................... July 2004 RAISE THE ROOF APPEAL As you are all are aware, the new classroom is up and Running and we are pleased to report we have exceeded our target of £20,000 which was our required contribution towards the overall cost of the project. The actual amount raised is still to be confirmed as there is sponsorship connected with the ball "marathon" and the medieval fun run. This is a fantastic total for such a small school and thanks in particular go to people who generously gave their time to organise the events. If you are interested, the sums raised at some of the main events were as follows:
Auction £3234 : Open Gardens 2003 £885 : Sponsored Cannisters
£510 : Wine Tasting £270 :
Your chance to get involved with Brackley Carnival
Following what has been described as the best carnival seen in Brackley in
many years the organisers are set to
A central part of the meeting will be the election of Officers to the Committee
to represent local residents,
Chris Blunden, the current Chairman, said "It is important that the Committee
represents every aspect of
The AGM will hear reports from the Chairman, Treasurer and other Officers
and a date will be confirmed for For further information contact; Richard Davison Tel: 01280 703108 Mobile: 07966 495575 Email: richard-davison@btconnect.com ....................... August 2004 "50 uninsured cars removed from Northamptonshire roads"
Fifty uninsured cars have now been removed from the roads in just 17 working
days as part of a new scheme This landmark has been achieved by the 12 officers working on the Automatic Number Plate Recognition team in the Northampton and Western Police Areas, and is likely soon to be rolled out across the Northern and Eastern Police Areas.
Police officers who stop an uninsured vehicle now require the driver to remove
it from the road immediately. Officers can then help in arranging a contractor
to take the car away and store it, but the driver then faces the cost of
having it insured,
But people who don't want to bear that cost can sign a disclaimer that either
gives them 14 days to pay and reclaim their car – or agree to have it
crushed straight away.mmOf the fifty cars removed from the road, 17 were
immediately crushed. Chief Inspector Peter Glover, who is in charge of the new initiative, said: "We are really pleased that we have reached this landmark of 50 cars so quickly– it shows how positively we are treating this issue. "Not only does this mean that potentially dangerous vehicles are taken straight off the road, but we are also disrupting the activities of criminals who use uninsured pool cars to commit crime. The trial is proving to be an all round success so far and I hope that ultimately, it will lead to a reduction in crime." Since the end of May 2004, 742 motorists have received fixed penalty notices after being stopped by officers on the ANPR team for driving with no insurance. All of their vehicles would have been at risk under the new pilot scheme.
SUMMER CRICKET COACHING FOR TEENAGERS CALLING all 13-16 year olds! There are still places available on our summer cricket coaching course. This is the perfect opportunity to receive specialist coaching, boost cricket skills and have fun at the same time. All those attending the course will receive a free ticket to see Northamptonshire play Warwickshire on Saturday, 18 September at the County Ground, Northampton. Transport is not included but adults can purchase a ticket at half price. The course is being run jointly by South Northamptonshire Council, Brackley Cricket Club and Northamptonshire County Cricket Board. The course details are: Dates: Tuesday, 31 August to Friday 3, September 2004 Venue: Brackley Cricket Club, Westminster Road, Brackley Times: Ages 7-12 10.30am-12.30pm Ages 13-16 1.00pm-3.00pm Prices: £3.50 per session or £12 for all 4 sessions SAVE £2
Parents are advised to pre-book. Contact Colin Hull, Sports Development Officer,
on
"Win a fantastic home energy makeover" One lucky household in Northamptonshire will win a complete home energy make-over. All Northamptonshire home owners are eligible to win this fabulous prize which is worth up to £5,000 and includes: ·Solar Panel installation that could provide up to 70% of your home's annual hot water needs ·New High Efficiency Boiler that will reduce your heating bills by up to 30% ·Loft/Cavity Wall Insulation.........Other Energy Efficient Domestic Appliances The winner can look forwards to saving up to £300 per year on their energy bill and know that they will be reducing the carbon dioxide emissions that contribute to global warming and climate change. Two runners up will win loft / cavity insulation to the value of £300. All prizes are subject to a property inspection to ensure that the winners receive a package appropriate to their home from which they will get maximum benefit. To enter the competition, just pick up an entry form from your local council offices or visit www.energymakeover.org.uk. ........................ September 2004
For the first six months of having our own website we have registered over
5,300 hits and the rate is increasing monthly.....thank you for visiting.....now
how about some letters so we can start a guestbook? I will not print
your full address if you so wish...and do not forget
Mr Jim Hirons It is with great sadness to to report the death of Jim Hirons who passed away on September 12th at Katharine House Hospice. Jim had lived in the village all his married life, joined the Royal Navy before the Second World War and saw service in most countries of the world. His knowledge of Royal Navy ships was most incredible and one of his hobbies was to make the most intricate models of the ships he served in. He was also an avid gardener and loved family life, taking great care of his wife Rene, for some years before her death in 1999. Our deepest sympathy is offered to the family, - Jim will be greatly missed
Charlton's Womens Institute celebrate 30 years! ....more
The Charlton Cricket Club were victorious again Saturday (28 August) beating
Wroxton at home to top the South Northants Premier Division for Season 2004
which they last won in Season 2000. This latest success follows winning
the ..................... October 2004 E-PAY MAKES IT EASIER 4th October 2004 South Northamptonshire Council is taking part in a new initiative which enables residents to pay council bills over the phone on an automated touch-tone system. The new system, called e-pay, means that people can settle their bills by debit or credit card more quickly, easily and at any convenient time, day or night. It went `live' on Tuesday and has been put into place in just four weeks. As members of the e-pay National Project, South Northamptonshire Council will be involved in demonstrating the system to other councils interested in implementing a telephone payments system during October and November.
E-pay will make paying for bills such as council tax, housing rents and business
rates, sundry debtors, benefits overpayments and mortgages much easier for
all residents but particularly those in very rural areas or without the Internet.
The touch-tone system is
The personal information received will only be used for the transaction;
under no The number to call to make payments on the new system is 0845 230 0216. All calls are charged at local rate
SILVERSTONE SHOCKWAVE 01 October 2004 The South Northants region was reeling this morning at the news Silverstone looks set to lose the British Grand Prix, after 54 years of Formula 1 history at the circuit, the Grand Prix at Silverstone has been dropped from next year's F1 calendar.
The decision by F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone was announced yesterday, Thursday,
although the final decision is to be ratified by the sport's regulatory body,
the FIA, on October 13. The British Racing Drivers Club, which owns the circuit,
made an offer
Yesterday's shock decision was this morning being absorbed by the region,
which is also home to local Formula Sir Jackie Stewart, president of the BRDC, said: "We have gone as far as we can in making cutbacks in other areas to be able to afford the Grand Prix, because we feel it is very important for the country. "The gap between money being asked for and what we can offer is comparatively small – in single figures of millions – but the amount is unaffordable. The BRDC cannot afford the British Grand Prix at any price." Towcester mayor Cllr Jim Lynch, said: "This is a catastrophe. I am shocked and saddened by this news. Shocked, because the news has come like a bolt out of the blue and it looks like it can't be reversed, and saddened because this is much more than the loss of a Grand Prix.
"The Grand Prix keeps Silverstone and the surrounding area firmly on the
world map and the loss of this prestigious event to Britain after more than
50 years is a disaster in itself. "What's far more important is the
knock-on effect. The Silverstone Grand Prix generates huge amount of revenue
for Silverstone and the other towns and villages.
Brackley mayor Cllr Trevor Gregory added: "I think the knock-on effect will
be colossal. "The Grand Prix is Northamptonshire at the end of the day." ............. November 2004
Charlton Pantomime for 2005 is Cinderella with
performances on 16-19 February in the evening and a matinee
Dog Fouling Throughout the Parish: We are getting
a number of complaints again about dogs fouling in the Parish. As well as
being a health hazard, it is extremely unpleasant for anyone encountering
this on grass and footpaths.
NANNA – Local Animals in Need: I would like
to thank everyone who has supported this charity in so many ways; by
contributions of food, bedding and items for tombolas and sales; by filling
the collection box, courtesy of the Village Shop; assisting in fundraising
events, and hands-on care of animals – grooming and socialising. Since
March, £2,500 has been raised, 35 animals have been re-homed and 28
neutered. Most cats arrive injured, traumatised and in deplorable condition.
After initial veterinian checkups, homecare is on-going until
"Kettering MP Celebrates the Protection of Christmas Day" Phil Sawford, Labour MP for the Kettering Constituency is pleased to announce that the Christmas Day (Trading) Bill has passed its final stage in Parliament. The Bill, backed by Usdaw, the shopworkers union, means that all large stores must close on Christmas Day and this would give most shopworkers at least one day off at Christmas.
Mr Sawford said "I have backed this Bill from the beginning and I am delighted
that it has now become law. John Hannett, Usdaw's General Secretary, was quick to thank Phil for his support, "We are very grateful to Phil Sawford and to all of the MPs who spoke in the debates and helped us to make sure that Christmas Day is protected. I would like to thank them on behalf of Usdaw and the millions of shopworkers and their families who will benefit from this legislation."
Linda Baker wishes to express her thanks to friends and residents of Charlton for the many gifts, cards and offers of help during her recovery from her recent operation. Especially to the Charlton Playgruop for their beautiful drawings and to Miss Jackson and classes 3 and 4 of the Village School for their card.
Keith & Stephanie have very kindly agreed to add a suggestion box in the Village Shop where residents of the village may place queries, concerns and suggestions for discussion of the Charlton Parish Council to discuss at their bi-monthly meetings.
FIREWORKS : NEW LAW
As reported in the Newspapers recently it is now an offence for under-18's
to have fireworks in public. The Police can demand £8 instantly
under new laws, which officials hope hope will stop yobs harming themselves
and others. ....................... December 2004 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT-YOUR VIEW
I would like to introduce myself as the new Community Development Worker
at Northamptonshire Acre. I am appealing to you 'the reader' in order to
gauge public opinion towards a service that I am currently researching and
looking to develop if we feel that there is a need.
I am looking for people to take part in this research project. Anyone giving information will remain anonymous. Please let me know if you can help in this matter and if you have any comments about the two points above, contact me: Camilla Cobb, Northamptonshire ACRE, The Hunsbury Hill Centre, Harksome Hill, Northampton NN4 9QZ or alternatively to have a discussion please call me on 01604 825 889 or email: Camilla.cob@northantsacre.org.uk
We shall, at a later date be looking for volunteer befrienders, who will
be given training and Professional such as Solicitors, who can give a little
time to those who are experiencing disadvantage. If you are interested please
make contact
2004 POPPY APPEAL A big thank you to Alan
Hawkins and his helpers who collected over
Bill Leith and Family
Max Garratt-work of art!
Interestingly the only way that this project was viable was because we were
able to source the stone off our own land Charlton and Newbottle Estate December 14
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