What a wonderful month June was, with all the Jubilee celebrations, Picnic on the Park, Street Parties, Church Services and the Schools special painting exhibition in the Church.
Now July is here, with long school holidays, breaks in the sun or just chilling at home, whatever you are doing enjoy every minute.
Charnwood Borough Council is appealing for projects to come forward to bid for a slice of a £4 million fund which aims to help the area level-up. The Council has been allocated the money under the Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and is developing the Future Charnwood Investment Plan.
The 5th June 2022 saw the Church celebrate Pentecost and Her Majesty’s Jubilee, followed in the afternoon with the tea and biscuits served to those visiting to view the marvellous pictures and paintings produced by the local school children.
Next Sunday 12th June a special service will be held to include the celebration of Reverend David Cherry’s 50th Anniversary of his Ordination. (please note this starts at 10.00am).
What a fabulous celebration at the Picnic in the Park on Village Hall Playing Field, on Saturday 4 June 2022.
The weather stayed kind most of the afternoon and support from villagers, families and friends was wonderful.
The Parade of Children’s Crowns and children’s & adults’ Fancy Dress saw a selection of designs and went down very well with the children and adults alike.
There were a number of Fun Races and Games including 3 legged races, sack race, egg and spoon and the Queen dress-up race to mention just a few.
To cap it off there were some excellent refreshments (especially the cakes) in the village hall and of course the Ice Cream Van too!
We would like to say a massive thank you to all those involved in organising the day and those who contributed on the day too.
The village truly came together to celebrate this historic event and it is hoped to continue with more in the future, we understand that over £400 was raised for charity on the day.
As the spring becomes the summer I’m amazed at how quickly this year seems to be passing us by and very much looking forward to the BBQ’s and drinks in the garden which come with the long summer evenings. That’s especially true this year with the forthcoming jubilee celebrations. There are going to be fantastic celebrations locally and nationally to mark Her Majesty The Queen’s 70 year service to this country and the Commonwealth, I certainly hope to spend the weekend attending the events being organised locally as well as spending time with friends and family. Whatever your plans are for the jubilee, I hope you have a wonderful time!
Officers are warning elderly residents to be vigilant when withdrawing money from cash machines.
It follows a small number of thefts from victims who have typically been approached mid-transaction and distracted or pushed to one side.
The victim’s account has then had the maximum withdrawal taken in some cases.
Officers are investigating the incidents but are issuing the following advice:
• Be aware of people standing too close or trying to distract you while using the machine
• If someone is too close to you, get your card out without withdrawing any money and walk away.
• If possible use a cash machine located inside a bank’s premises
• Report suspicious activity to the police on 101
One of the most rewarding parts of being a Councillor for me is getting results for residents who contact me for help. In my articles I talk about what the Councils are doing generally, but a vitally important part of a Councillors work is helping individuals specifically who need assistance. To that end if there is anything I can help you with please do get in touch, my contact details are at the bottom of this article.