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For your Community News Fire in Whitnash in March. Two fire appliances attended the scene, and neither of them could get closer than 100 metres to the residence because of haphazard parking along the road You will find this a little hard to believe Did you know that many safety after the topics discussed at the last recalls on white goods result in a very forum, but the Fire and Rescue service low return rate? Given that two fires reported a fire at Morse Road Whitnash in Whitnash in recent months have on the 19th March. been linked to white goods, you are Thankfully there were no fatalities, but encouraged to visit this website to the incident highlights what was being find out about safety recalls, and voiced at the forum about parking check your own household goods: facilities in general, and inconsiderate http://www.esc.org.uk/public/guides- parking in particular. and-advice/product-recalls Pg Town Business 1 - Cover Story Pg. List of Advertisers 2 - Your Councillors 3 - Mayors message 12 - Sports & Social Club 25 - A.J. Kitson 4 - Town Notices 13 25 - Heathcote Fish Bar 5/7 - Organization news/Town Gossip etc. - Whitnash Plumbing 26 - Bluebell Florist 8 - Whitnash Medical Centre 26 - Paul’s Home Improvements 18 - David Savery 26 - Simons Systems 11 - Pets Corner/ Raft Race 18 - Complete Flooring 12 - Whitnash Primary School 27 - Hodcarrier 13 - Library 21 - A.J.Roofing/Fencing 27 - SPS Roofing 14 - 15 Community Fun Day 22 - Golf Club 27 - R.K.Oakes 16/17- Neighbourhood Watch & Police news 23 - Whitnash Home/Garden 27 - Nicks Paint Box 19 - Friends of Acre 23 - Locke & 4 to21 - Linleigh Electrical 28 - Calendar 24 - Moore & Tibbits 25 - Heathcote Beauty 1 Your Councillors Mayor Parminder Birdi 01926 337648 Deputy Mayor Robert Margrave 07946 214899

Adrian Barton 07855 372323 George Nayar 01926 425602 Simon Button 01926 739996 Terry Shepherd 01926 772262 Ian Colls 01926 332918 Mrs Judy Falp † 01926 312428 Andre Davis 07794 521320 Simon Rowberry 01926 337440 Kitty Crutchley 07545 493773 Brian Smart 01926 739675 01926 429152 Richard Sparkes Tony Heath† 01926 770107 Mrs Sioban Mulherin 07519 276389 Your District and County Councillor is:- Bernard Kirton‡ 01926 771473 † Councillor is also a District Councillor. email:- [email protected] Email contacts Most Whitnash Town Councillors can now be contacted using e-mail. Every Town councillor’s email address has the same format: [email protected] The Town Clerk can be contacted at: [email protected] For further information please visit - www.whitnashtowncouncil.gov.uk Or by telephone: 01926 470394 Please Note ! Planned Deadlines for submitting Copy for the Tymes for 2013 is as follows

Autumn - CopyAugust 12th.….….… Distribution - September 1st Winter - Copy October 28th.….…… Distribution - November 15th • Important • Adverts and Copy can only be accepted on a first come first serve basis, so it is essential to first advise your intention so that space can be allocated and then submit your entries as early as possible.

The Whitnash Tymes is produced by the joint efforts of:- Don Samways - Editor/Publisher - Tel: 778164 Cath Harrington - Advertising - Tel: 424376 Carol Townsend - Proof Reader Distribution Cllr. Ian Colls Tel: 332918 Copywriter Cllr.Simon Button Tel 739996 For all communications - articles, adverts etc. email:- [email protected] 2 Welcome to our new Mayor Cllr Parminder Singh Birdi.

two distinct roles, Civic Head and Chairman of the Town Council. As Civic Head I hope to be a good ambassador flying the Whitnash flag. The role of Chairman of the Town council is a much more difficult and varied one. Chairman Photograph of Town Council has to ensure the efficient running of the Town Council, and also build relations with key stakeholders such as principal local authorities, Police etc. I will endeavour to deliver on both. The strength of any Town is the involvement and community spirit shown by its residents and town’s organisations. . We are very fortunate to have committed community minded Cllr. Parminder Singh Birdi receiving the chain of office organisations and community spirited residents. from the outgoing Mayor Cllr. Adrian Barton Your support is essential in developing your Town’s neighbourhood plan and vision for the I would like to thank the Whitnash Town next 20 years. Council members for bestowing upon me the Our on-going priorities remain keeping great honour of the position of Town Mayor for Whitnash a low crime area, fighting antisocial the second time. I hope that I can justify their behaviour and protecting the character and confidence shown in me by meeting their and environment of Whitnash by safeguarding residents expectations. against overdevelopment and ensuring new I have a very difficult act to follow and would developments meet local need. like to acknowledge the good work done by the Finally, as someone said “ All Towns have outgoing Town Mayor, Cllr Adrian Barton and the capability of providing something for his consort in fostering great community spirit everybody, only because, and only when, they in Whitnash. are created by everybody”. The duty of any Town Mayor is to promote, It’s your Town, have your say to shape its represent and serve the interests of the Town future. and its residents. Whitnash Town Mayor has Mayor Cllr Parminder Singh Birdi Volunteer Editor Needed Volunteers are required to ensure that the Whitnash Tymes can continue to be published in the future. Anyone interested please contact the Town Clerk Jenny Mason Tel: 01926 470394 or email :[email protected]

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3 Town Notices /Information

Summer Hanging Baskets 2013 Whitnash Town Council is looking for sponsorship and financial support for the 2013 hanging baskets, which decorate our Town in summer. Please can you help sponsor a basket for £75.35 or make a donation towards the summer hanging baskets for the town? Contact: Town Clerk, Jenny Mason, Whitnash Town Council, Franklin Road, Whitnash, CV31 2JH, Telephone 01926 470394 Cheques made payable to: Whitnash Town Council

The Boundary Review of District. Town Council Meetings People Power Gains Positive Result. MEETINGS ARE HELD AT THE A Big Thank You must go to all the residents who wrote or e-mailed the Electoral COMMUNITY CENTRE, ACRE Commission on their suggested boundaries for CLOSE, WHITNASH, CV31 2ND . The Town Council and the District AND START AT 7.00 PM Councillors raised the concerns when the Dates for the next year commission suggested that Whitnash be split 2013 for electoral purposes and parts be joined with June 27th Bishops Tachbrook. July 25th Over three hundred letters and e-mails were received about the whole review of the district, September 19th virtually all comments received were about the October 17th recommendations for Whitnash and Bishops November 21st Tachbrook. Residents from the town and those 2014 from Bishops Tachbrook made it quite clear January 16th that they were not in favour of the split. Many February 27th commented on the support given to the town by March 20th the Town Council and local community groups and all were against the dropping of the April 10th Whitnash name for the wards. Comments were (Annual Parish Meeting) also made about an Un-elected body making April 17th recommendations and ignoring what members May 22nd elected by the people had suggested. AGM and Mayor Making Residents views can change or support decisions. THE PUBLIC AND PRESS ARE Thank you for your support Councillor Judy Falp CORDIALLY INVITED TO BE PRESENT More Sockets Required? - Call Linleigh Electrical

4 Twinning our care homes band. Representatives from Runwood, the new owners of The Lawns, said that this has been a remarkable project and they are proud to have been part of it. The two homes have already exchanged letters, gifts and photographs and residents have enjoyed finding out about each other’s cultures. With the building work for what will be a new Home well under way, there is plenty to talk about between the residents of the Early in April, The Lawns, Home for Homes. Older people, officially twinned with a August visit from Weilerswist similar Care Home in our German twin town of Weilerswist. Our friends from Weilerswist will be At a ceremonial unveiling of a plaque visiting Whitnash at the end of August and celebration afternoon tea, the Mayor and we have a schedule of events congratulated those involved in organised for their enjoyment. This organising this unique partnership year we are pleased to hear that they will between the two homes. A similar be bringing several teenagers who have ceremony took place in Weilerswist and taken an interest in joining the Twinning their residents had a party with a pipe to meet people of their own age in Whitnash. We are looking for families who would be prepared to host these young people especially if you have teenagers who would be interested in going on a return trip next year. We are always looking for new members to come and join in the fun that we have both here and abroad. If you feel that youFO wouldAM be interested in joiningCUT T Oand/orANY hostingSHAPE a &couple SIZE of peopleR ep(younglacemen ort soold)fa cushfor aio fewns a days then please contactspeci aRoblity Margrave on 07946214899JORDAorNSemail [email protected] High Street CV31 3AN Tel. No. 01926 421330 www.foamcushion.co.uk

5 Organisation News Whitnash Community Hall Available For Hire

Does your party, group or organisation need a venue with parking? Whitnash Community Hall At Acre Close field is available for hire from 9am every day, contact us for more details. Email:[email protected] or telephone the Council office on 01926 470394

Calendar of Events 2013 8th June Sainsbury’s Warwick - bucket collection New volunteers are 15th & 16th June Peace Festival - jewellery always welcome to help stall with our fund raising 23rd June Whitnash Fun Day - jewellery & tombola / Party in Victoria Park - bric a activities. brac stall 29th June Cabaret at Bishop Tachbrook For more information Social Club “An Evening with Sabrina Duncan contact Mary Garner on International” 01926 888849. Tickets for this event £12.50 (selling out fast) Contact Barbara Morton on 01926 424517 Fuse Blown? - Call Linleigh Electrical on 01926 335909

6 Firefighters ask – Guide Dogs National Breeding how safe is your home? Fire and Rescue Service are Centre - Free tours urging residents to take them up on the offer of a free Home Fire Safety Check in a bid to ` increase the safety of homes across Warwickshire. In the last few years, firefighters have carried out thousands of checks which offer key fire safety advice on escape route planning, kitchen and electrical fire safety and smoke detection. Guidance is also given on the safe use of candles, portable heaters and electric blankets. Each check takes around 30-40 minutes and can be arranged for a time to suit you. The Guide Dogs National Breeding Centre Where necessary smoke detectors are also offers tours for individuals or groups of 2-50. fitted to ensure that residents get the early Ideal for families, social groups or companies warning they need should there be a fire in planning a team building outing. Located close their home. to Leamington Spa, within easy access from Statistically certain groups of people in the the M40. community are at greater risk from fire. `Tours take place on Tuesday and Wednesday Priority will be given to these groups in order afternoons and Friday mornings. In addition to maximise the Fire Service’s efforts to there are a limited number of Saturday tours reduce avoidable fires and injuries. These groups are as follows: during the summer. Families with young children `As well as learning about the work carried out Single parent families at the National Breeding Centre - who supply People on low incomes all of the guide dog pups throughout the UK - The elderly and seeing pups, you can experience our People with a disability sensory tunnel, and purchase gifts in the shop. People with a drug or alcohol dependency `Simply call 0845 3727432 or email Victims of dwelling fires [email protected] People living in Houses in Multiple See website for further details: Occupation http://www.guidedogs.org.uk/aboutus/national Station Manager for Leamington Fire -breeding-centre/visit-the-nbc/ Station, Jon Dixon said: We look forward to welcoming you soon. “No one can afford to underestimate how (Registered Charity No. 209617) important a working smoke alarm can be. Our checks are targeted at the most vulnerable and in areas where we know there is a high risk of “Allotment plots available at fire. This has been really effective in protecting the most vulnerable members of Dobson Lane Community our community and I would like to ensure that the excellent work continues. Allotment Association “So if you think you may be at risk or have a vulnerable family member or friend who (at the end of Dobson Lane). you feel would benefit from this free service, then please call our helpline today on 01926 Please contact Action 21 on 01926 466282.” 339077 or email Alternatively you can complete an application form via our website by logging www.action21.co.uk for an onto http://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/firesafetych application form.” eck Need Re-Wiring? - Call Linleigh Electrical on 01926 3359 7 Whitnash Medical Centr SUMMER WILL ARRIVE SOON…HOPEFULLY!!e

We’re coming up to that time of year where we need to 2) Cover up. start thinking about protecting our skin. Even in the UK Hats are particularly important as the face and the sun can cause a lot of damage to our skin and neck are most at risk of sun damage. Wear loose EVERYONE is at risk. Even during cloudy days UV rays tightly woven clothes which stop the rays getting can be present. There are some people who are at more through and don’t forget your eyes – wear sun- glasses that have a CE mark showing they pro- risk e.g. children and those with fair skin and blue eyes. vide UV protection There are two main types of damaging UV sunlight – UVA and UVB. 3) Use a high protection factor sunscreen. Sun- UVA - These rays penetrate deeper into the skin and screens with a factor of less than 15 do not give cause damage to the middle layer of skin (known as the much protection at all. The greater the protection dermis). This part of the skin contains the elastic tissues factor (SPF) the better the protection given. Also that help skin stay stretchy. When UVA damages these check that it protects against BOTH types of rays so wrinkles develop and the skin ages. UVA rays so UVA and UVB. Don’t forget around the eyes, increase the risk of skin cancer too. tips of ears and scalp (if not wearing a hat) and UVB - These rays are absorbed in the top layer of skin tops of feet. (the epidermis) and cause skin to tan or burn. Sunburn is It works best if applied 20-30minutes before therefore a sign that you are putting your skin at risk as going into the sun and you need to reapply fre- quently – at least every 2 hours and always after UVB rays increase the risk of skin cancer as well as UVA. swimming. This needs to be more often in chil- Melanin in the skin (the coloured pigment) does help dren. to protect your skin against damage by UV rays so tanned skin shows that the skin has been exposed to a lot of TAKE HOME MESSAGE – have fun in the damaging rays. Melanin helps stop you burning BUT IT sun but take care! DOES NOT STOP THE HARMFUL EFFECT OF THE SUN – THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A HEALTHY Dr KE Holtby TAN. (based on patient.co.uk leaflet on sun and health) Sunburn - This is due to short-term overexposure of the skin to the sun. It causes red, hot, painful skin for several THE WHITNASH SOCIETY - days after which the skin may peel. Soothing creams can FORTHCOMING EVENTS help (calamine or after-sun lotions) and you may need to take paracetamol or ibuprofen to help with the pain. If in On Monday 10 June we have a talk and doubt, ask a pharmacist or a doctor for advice. presentation by Mr. Jo Clark on “Celebrations in Leamington during the Skin Cancer - There are 3 main types of skin cancer Twentieth Century.” This promises to be a and the majority of these are caused by excessive most interesting evening and we welcome exposure to the sun. Multiple episodes of sunburn are members and non-members alike. There is very risky especially if it happens in childhood so a small charge of £1 for non-members. PLEASE PROTECT YOUR CHILD’S SKIN. Damaged On Monday 8 July we have our AGM skin cells are at greater risk of becoming abnormal and where there is an opportunity for members cancerous in later life. to renew their membership and view the If you have any moles or spots on your skin that you programme for September 2013 - July 2014. are concerned about then get them checked by a doctor as We are endeavouring to increase our all types of skin cancer are treatable if caught early numbers so please look at the notices on the How can I protect my skin? town notice boards to see if we have a talk on a topic which is of interest to you. 1) Stay out of the sun as much as possible when it is For any further details please contact at its strongest (between 11am and 3pm) – don’t forget David Stocks on 01926 336393 or that water, sand, concrete and snow all reflect the sun. Elizabeth Trafford on 01926 330038 You can get burnt up a mountain and in a swimming pool!. Portable Appliance Testing from Linleigh Electrical

8 Community Forum Local Plan consultation returns to The money is made available through the Whitnash Community Forum, and is provided the July Community Forum by Warwick District Council, and Cllr Bernard You are warmly invited to join us at the Kirton. Cllr Kirton receives £5,000 a year Whitnash Community Forum on Tuesday 16th through Warwickshire County Council to July from 6.30pm. The meeting will be held at support community groups. As Chair of the Whitnash Primary School, Langley Road, Community Forum, he is keen to see the local CV31 2EX. community have their say on what projects should be funded, and so has once again agreed Following last summer’s very well attended to add his own funding into the Forum pot. meeting, Warwick District Council will be Need some ideas of what has been funded in returning to the July Community Forum to the past? share the next stage of the Local Plan with residents. The Local Plan is a document that  Buy equipment to help set up the will guide the area's future development for the Whitnash Senior Luncheon Club next 18 years, encompassing new homes, the (£500) local economy, and improving roads and  Support youth activities at Whitnash services to accommodate the growth.  Youth Club (£980) The Whitnash Community Forum will be Public access defibrillator for the attended by Chris Elliott, Chief Executive of  town (£2,250) Warwick District Council. Chris will bring Frisbee golf course at Washbourne local residents up to speed with the results of  Fields (£2,000) last year’s consultation, and share the proposed Community Food Café, run by the final development sites. All residents and interested parties are invited to come along and Children’s Centre at St Margaret’s  churchContributionscentre (£960towards) play have their say on any aspect of the plan. equipment and planting at Acre Park Warwick District Council will also be (£4,000 overall) operating a consultation on the draft final plan  Increase membership of the Whitnash between June and August. Visit Society (£210) http://www.warwickdc.gov.uk/WDC/Planning/  Expand Neighbourhood Watch to keep informed about the consultation and activity (£750) timescales for decision making.  Active Soccer scheme at Whitnash Additionally, Warwickshire Libraries will Junior FC (£2,900) also be in attendance to share information about These are just some of the groups and proposed changes to the Mobile Library projects t hat h ave been supported. As we enter the new financial year the service. You will be able to chat to Libraries Community Forum is once again advertising staff about the proposals and what they might the launch of the scheme, and is inviting mean for you. applications to be put before the July If you would like any further information Community Forum. about the Community Forum, please contact Do you have a project or idea? Will your Jane Coates at idea benefit people living in Whitnash? If so, [email protected] or by you may be eligible. Visit ringing 01926 456103. www.warwickshire.gov.uk/warwickareafundin Whitnash Community Forum g Grants fund good work! to download the application and guidance Did you know that a pot of grant money is notes. Closing date for applications is Tuesday available to community groups wanting to do 18th June at 10am. something positive for the people of Whitnash? If you would like to talk through your idea, At least £10,000 has been available for the last or have any questions on the application process, please contact Jane Coates at three years, and many local groups have already [email protected] or by been able to extend their service offer to more ringing 01926 456103. local people. Grants of up to £3,000 are eligible. Linleigh Electrical on 01926 335909

9 Whitnash Neighbourhood Plan Have your say to shape the future of your town

Whitnash is about to enter into the process of creating a new Neighbourhood Plan for the town. Everyone can take part and give their opinion to shape what we want to happen in Whitnash and to protect and enhance our future.

The areas covered are: 1. Housing 2. Economy 3. Retailing and Town Centre 4. Built Environment 5. Climate Change 6. Historic Environment 7. Inclusive + Safe & Healthy Community 8. Transport 9. Green Infrastructure 10. Green Belt 11. Culture & Tourism 12. Flooding & Water

This is your opportunity to shape the future of Whitnash. Your valuable support, opinions and contribution towards the Whitnash Neighbourhood Plan will reflect your views and help protect your town. There has always been a strong community spirit in Whitnash – the more people willing to give their opinions, the better the Neighbourhood Plan will be.

How can you get involved? Please email us with your permission to keep in touch via email Come to meetings and voice your views and wishes Volunteer to collect opinions from other residents Protect Whitnash’s future by offering your services, however little Ask us for more information

We have the opportunity to shape the future of Whitnash. Contact us by phone: 01926 470394 or email: [email protected]

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10 The Leamington Rotary Pets Corner Charity Raft Race Leamington to Warwick th Dental disease is probably one of the Saturday 15 June 2013 Fancy a Challenge? Come and Join Us most common diseases that we see in cats Who can resist such a fun challenge? Go on! and dogs. Signs of dental disease in dogs Give it a go! and cats include reluctance to eat, pain Yours could be the team to build the Fastest Raft, the fastest girls' Raft, the most Innovative and halitosis. Raft, or the team to raise the most Sponsorship. Its very important to regularly check The chance to enjoy a seriously fun-day on your pet's teeth. Most vets will perform a the river is presented by the Rotary Annual dental check as part of the pet's annual Charity Raft Race from Leamington Spa to Warwick. health check or a routine consultation. This year's race is on Saturday June 15th. Many owners also inspect their pet's teeth It starts from in Leamington on a regular basis. Spa and finishes three miles later at Myton Abnormalities spotted during dental Fields Warwick. It's a slow flowing river with some idyllic scenery as you paddle stylishly and checks include missing teeth, broken effortlessly to a triumphant finish. teeth, diseased teeth, tarter There's only one weir, carefully marshalled accumulations and gum disease. In many by River safety marshals in kayaks who are cases the treatment for broken or providedFor the bypast thetwelve Leam yearsBoat Centre.the Rotary Club of diseased teeth involves extraction. Tarter Royal Leamington Spa and Leam Boat Centre accumulation and gum disease are the reckon that the many rafts over that time have main causes of halitosis. In most cases raisedThis overis a £43,000.whole new way to prove that your removal of the tarter by scaling will lead club, pub, or interest group is the best there is, to a dramatic improvement in the pet's while raising funds for your favourite charity. halitosis. Sometimes gum infections will For more details and entry forms go to Raft Race at www.sparotary.org.uk, be treated with antibiotics and other topical treatments. These will generally or [email protected] further improve the halitosis and make the pet's mouth much more comfortable. As with most diseases prevention is Princes Drive recycling better than cure. A small but significant Centre Monday, number of pet owners do clean their pet's teeth. There are also a whole range of Tuesday, Thursday dental diets and treats that go some way towards reducing the formation of tarter and Friday- and development of gum disease. If you feel your pet's breath smells less 9:30am to 3:15pm pleasant that it used to its worthwhile Wednesday- getting your vet to check their teeth. John Hutchinson 9:30am to 6:15pm Heathcote Vet Centre Saturday and Sunday- 8:30am to 5:45pm 11 Whitnash PrPrimary School

We have planted 150 new trees and look The sessions are designed around the forward to developing our woodland with groups learning styles and around a the children. The children will use the forest theme. Themes can include: school area to the left of the school field as DevelopingEnvironment positive relationships art well as creating our wild area. In these areas children can explore and learn new skills. Natural world We meet outside to run off some Or… pirates,Exploring fairies, the butterflies… site excitement with a game developing team ` r Year 4 recently created this sign fo work skills. We then come together and talk our school, with the help of our about what we will be doing and what we caretaker Mr Hunt. hope to have done by the end of the session. WHITNASH SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB Heathcote Road, Whitnash, CV31 2NF ROOM HIRE: Concert Room with Bar available for hire at competitive prices for Weddings, Christenings, Funerals, Private Parties, etc. Separate Hall for hire for children’s birthday parties, meetings, fitness classes, etc. SPORTING FACILITIES: Why not join one of our Sports Sections? Football (Senior and Junior), Lawn Bowls, Petanque (French Boules), Tennis, Table Tennis, Angling, Darts, Dominoes and Cribbage SOCIAL ACTIVITIES: Sky Sports, Line Dancing, Ballroom Dancing, Bingo, Occasional Skittles, Quiz Nights, Race Nights, Discos Very competitive bar prices, friendly and welcoming staff. Come along and try us. We welcome all age groups including families. Contact us for more information Bar Manager ( 01926 426577) Secretary – Carol Woodward (01926 770373) 12 Replace your old boiler with a new Worcester or Potterton high efficiency model and start saving money on your energy bills now !

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Whitnash Library summer of fun for youngsters Whitnash Library is the scene of a host of library, each stamp denoting that the child has family fun this summer and a chance for read a book, for the child to collect rewards and parents of children, from babies to 11 year olds, get a certificate and a to get them into reading. summermedal at holiday.the end of the Rhyme Time is at the library on 14 June. This allows parents of babies up to the age of Elaine Barker, senior two to share songs, rhymes and books with librarian with other families in the Children’s Section. Warwickshire Library Babies can join a library as soon as they are and Information Service, born. The Bookstart Bear Club is like a loyalty said: “The library is a scheme for young library users aged five and great opportunity for under which allows them to collect paw prints parents to meet other on their cards every time they go to a library. parents and introduce This gives youngsters the chance to pick up certificates as they go to the library, young children to their encouraging them to read and learn. peers. And children can The Summer Reading Challenge gives a that. never be too young to chance for the older children – from 4 years old start loving books and up to 11year olds – to keep their confidence in words. Rhyme Time is a great introduction to reading over the summer holiday period and make sure their reading skills are maintained. “The Summer reading challenge is all about This year the theme is the creepy house. older children. The library has something for all Young readers get a passport with creepy ages. We find that schoolchildren can benefit branding which has to have six stamps from the all”.from continuing their reading over the school holidays and we are happy to play our part in Linleigh Electrical thaton by01926making it33more5909interactive and fun for

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News From Police News Neighbourhood Watch Traffic Matters…!

We held our latest Neighbourhood Watch meeting on 19th March at the coffee morning at There has been a change in the system Whitnash Sports and Social Club and I attended by which motorists are dealt with for the Community Forum the same evening. The offences committed in relation to motor theme this time was about being careful giving vehicles. Regardless of whether you are out information about yourself. If you are like stopped by an officer undertaking traffic me and love to chat! You have to be careful duties or you leave your vehicle and are what you tell people about yourself. Telling prosecuted for offences such as causing an people you live on your own, are going on obstruction you will receive a letter holiday, where and when and that you will be through the post giving you a number of staying with family over Easter is fine if you options in relation to the offence you are know the person. Telling a stranger during a suspected of committing. The choices can chat on the bus is not. People hopefully know be; paying a fine and taking the points (if about the danger of giving out information on the offence warrants points) or paying a social media sites but chat elsewhere can be fine and undertaking a course (relating to dangerous too. the offence committed such as a speed With the lighter nights and hopefully warmer awareness course) this instead of taking weather coming I will be hoping to sign people the points or having the matter heard at up to the Community Safety Alerts and court if you feel you want to contest the Neighbourhood Watch. Look out for Myself, fact that the office believes you have The Police Team and Community Safety committed an offence. Officers from the County Council holding Closer to home, the Whitnash SNT events and coming to your Roads and Streets. Team have been reporting owners and The next morning meeting has been arranged vehicles for causing obstruction to the pavements notably around schools. Police advise that if you park inconsiderately for for Tuesday 25th June, 11am. at the Coffee example not leaving the space of a double morning at the Sports and Social Club. I shall buggy to get past your vehicle, if you also been attending the Whitnash Community choose to park on the pavement then do not Forum on July16th be surprised when you get a letter through At 6.30 at Whitnash Primary School, Langley the post requesting you pay the fine Road attributed to causing an obstruction. We Judy Falp will take photos and offer them as evidence. Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinator

NEXT NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH MEETINGS Tuesday 25th June 2013 11am coffee morning in the New Hall The Sports and Social Club, Heathcote Road and at the Community Forum Meeting at 6.30pm on July 16th At Whitnash Primary School, Langley Road CV312EX 16 Your Local Police Officers And Contact Numbers based in Leamington Police Station, Warwick Pigeon mail…. Justice Centre, Newbold Terrace, CV32 4EL

In the Golf Lane / Box Close Whitnash Leamington Police Station - 451111 area we have been dealing with reports Police Office - 684248 PS.645 PaulCalver(TeamSergeant)- Voicemail: 10645 from numerous sources that they have email- [email protected] found dead pigeons which have obviously P.C 971,Charles Harrison ( Beat manager) - been shot by what is believed to be an air Voicemail: 10971 email - gun or air rifle. [email protected] We are looking for any information as to PCSO 6104 Steven Sample - Voicemail: 16104 who may be responsible for this. These email - [email protected] pigeons appear to have been shot in a public place and as such it is an offence which P.C.S.O. 6178, Sharron Underwood - Voicemail:16178 could lead to prosecution moreover, a email:[email protected] member of the public could easily be injured; a member of the public was in the SP 3413 James Geddes - Voicemail: 13413 street as a pigeon was shot and was almost email: [email protected] hit by the bird as it fell. SP 3732 Yucel Olmezkaya - Voicemail: 13413 email: [email protected] Please contact Whitnash SNT with any IMPORTANT information. You MUST obtain an Incident Number and Crime Report Number when using this number to report a crime POLICE Emergency calls - 999 CRIME REPORT Safer Neighbourhood Team - 684248 Following the last Community Forum the Email:[email protected]. websiteuk - www.safer-neighbourhoods.co.uk priorities are as below 1. Speeding DIAL 101 2. Antisocial behaviour - 2 patrols per The new call 101 (non emergency) number is available to use by members of the public. week Acre Park/Washbourne Fields When to call 101 3. Focus on inconsiderate parking. You can call 101 to report a crime that has already happened, seek crime prevention advice INCIDENT OVERVIEW or make us aware of any policing issues in your Incidents recorded for the Whitnash Safer local area. Neighbourhood Team for Dec, Jan. and Feb. For example: - if your car, bicycle or mobile phone has been stolen Anti Social Behaviour/Rowdy 6 4 - if your garden shed has been broken into 5 - if your property has been damaged - if you suspect drug use or dealing in your area Burglary Dwelling (Houses) 1 attempt 0 - if you want to report a minor traffic collision 0 - if you want to give the police information about Burglary Other (Out buildings) 1 0 crime in your area. 0 Criminal Damage 2 2 1 Linleigh Elect ric a l on 01926 335909 Theft from Motor Vehicle 0 L 0i g h ts 2 17 Theft of Motor Vehicle 0 0 Complete FLOORING Carpets Vinyls Wood v Supplied and fitted v Sample swatches v Free quotes v Re-stretches/adaptions (Will fit customers own Materials) Call Dylan 07866 638674 01926 315116 Email: [email protected] www.completeflooringwhitnash.co.uk

18 Friends of Acre Close update Local Hero wins Essential Building Award With the weather finally on the up, Acre A Whitnash businessman, who also showed Close play area is being enjoyed daily by lots of heroics following the recent armed raid on a local children. It was nice to see a class from shop, has scooped a prestigious award, along with his Whitnash Primary School having fun in an business partner. impromptu stop off on their walk back to school from a library visit! `The spring flowers offered a little ray of sunshine in an otherwise rather dull and cold start to spring. Many people have commented on how lovely it is to see them. The shrubs that Mick Smith’s team planted just in front of the basketball court also seem happy in their new environment and will offer a pleasant variety of colour, shape and texture to that area. The ‘avenue’ of blossom trees, sponsored, by local organisations, will create a stunning vision as you approach the park. It also demonstrates, once again, the strong sense of community in Whitnash and the shared vision of making the Jason Parkes (right) and his colleague Lee Penton park a nicer place. (left), founders and owners of Warwickshire The ‘Pennies for Plants’ collection tins have Essential Developments, a local construction been a phenomenal success! There is a tin company, were nominated by their client and (artwork kindly designed by Kerry Quint) in almost every local shop and we are very selected as finalists for an award of Building grateful for the support of both the shopkeepers Excellence. and their customers. The amount collected The finalists were invited to a ceremony on Friday from the tins at the end of April was over £130. 8 March 2013 at the District Council offices in Every single penny will be spent on improving Stratford-upon-Avon. the park environment. Builders, architects and owners of developments The park now has a new welcoming sign. were drawn from a field of more than 2,000 The fantastic logo completed projects in the District, with an was designed for independent judging panel choosing the finalists for free by Lynne each category. Gougeon (Chair of Warwickshire Essential Developments, along with Friends of Acre Frank Price Architects, won first prize in the ‘Re- Close) and Kat Generation of the Derelict Property’ category, for Norton. We hope their conversion of a derelict building on you like it! Birmingham Road in Stratford into 3 stunning new Come along to the apartments. Whitnash Fun Day The awards celebrate building excellence across on Sunday 23 June the full range of building sectors, not only highlight and visit the Friends excellence in build quality and workmanship, but of Acre Close stall also recognise team working, sustainable design and where you can find technical innovation. out about our A few days after receiving this award, Jason was current plans and the first person to enter the One Stop shop in Acre help shape our Close, where he comforted both staff and customers future ones. until the emergency services arrived. Keep up to date with Friends of Acre Close All in all a week to remember! on our Facebook page or email [email protected]

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19 KEEP ON MOVING Group Exercise To Improve Strength and Balance With Natalie Exercises targeting the upper and lower body that can be done in a seated or standing position Alternate Fridays TIME: 2-3pm Cost £2-50 To be held at: The Lawns Residential Home For more information contact:- Brunswick Healthy Living Center 01926 422123 Or email:- volunteering@brunswickhlc

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24 REMEMBER GET FAMILIAR WITH YOUR LOCAL DEFIB Why not get a group together Reiki Reflexology Streets-Clubs-Friends - from Aromatherapy Neighbours, Hopi Ear Candles or just you and Contact Adrian on Indian Head Massage He wil07855372323l come alon.g and Emotional Freedom Techniques give a Facials - Waxing demonstratio www.heathcotebeauty.co.uk n. Parkinsons UK Leamington & District Branch - meetings second Thursday of each month - 2 pm to 4 pm - at Telephone - Louise 01926 741255 Sydni Centre, Marloes Walk, Sydenham Secretary - Margaret Holland - 01926 853023 103 Heathcote Road Whitnash Free Helpline 0808 800 0303 Leamington Spa CV31 2LX

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27 CALENDAR Mondays • Whitnash Dog Training – 7.00pm to 8.30pm, Whitnash Community Centre • Women’s Fellowship - Methodist Hall, Fortnightly, 2.30pm • Cubs - Methodist Hall, 6pm • Whitnash Society - New Hall, Whitnash Sports & Social Club, 7.45pm, (2nd Mon) • Zumba - St Margaret’s School, 7 - 8pm • Bingo, Whitnash Sports and Social Club 8pm. - Tel:- 01926 314595 or 07740 645313 • Whitnash Windmill Petanque Club - Whitnash Sports & Social Club, 7.00pm - Tel:- 01926 770107 or 01926 886740 Tuesdays • Beavers - Methodist Hall, 6pm - Tel:- 0777347 4386 • Little Windmills Mother and Toddler Group,Leamington football club, Lane, Whitnash, Tuesdays term time 10-12am.Tel.Debbie 01926 311474 • Mothers Union - contact: Eileen Roberts - Tel:- 01926 356153, St Margaret’s Chapter House, 2pm, (3rd • • Tues) • SeniorScouts Youth- Methodist Club, Hall,age 11+: 7.45pm 7.30pm to 8.45pm - Whitnash Community Centre. • Junior Youth Club, age 8 to 11 years: 6.15pm to 7.30pm.- Whitnash Community Centre. • ‘Tuesday Club’ - St Joseph’s Parish Centre, 10 - 11.30am nd • League of Friends – Room 14, Heathcote Hospital, 7.30 – 9pm (2 Tues each month) (Tuesdays every three months - see posters and notice boards) • Neighbourhood Watch - Whitnash Sports & Social Club, • Line Dancing, Whitnash Sports & Social Club 8pm. ( Every 2 weeks ) Tel: 01926 772779 • CoffeeKiddy Cook,Morning, 10.30am New Hallto 11.30am, Sports &Whitnash Social Club,10.00am Community Centre - 12noon every other Tuesday. Wednesdays • Rainbows - St Margaret’s Church Centre, 5 - 6pm • 4th Brownies - St Margaret’s Church Centre, 6pm. • Womens Institute - Methodist Hall, 7.15pm - 10pm(2ndWed) - Non members £3.00, Visitors always welcome - Tel: 1926 315674 • Whist Drive - St Joseph’s Parish Centre, 8pm • Shortmat Bowls - Community Centre 1.00pm - 3.00pm, 3.00pm - 5pm - Tel: 332918 • Zumba - Community Centre - 7.00pm - 8.00pm - 8pm 9pm. • Bingo at the Lawns - Every 1st Wednesday of the Month - 6.pm - Tel: 425072 • Kundalini Yoga every Wed from 9.30am-11am at Whitnash Methodist Church,Contact - 07415 113336

• Whitnash Twinning – 20th March and 17 April – 8.00pm to 9.00pm, Whitnash Community Centre Thursdays • Town Council Meetings - Whitnash Community Centre, Acre Close, (3rd Thurs) 7.00pm • Taming Canines (Dog Dancing) – 5.00pm to 6.00pm, Whitnash Community Centre • 2nd Whitnash Brownies - Methodist Hall, 6.15pm • 1st Whitnash Brownies - New Hall, Whitnash Sports & Social Club, 6pm - Tel:-01926 338458 or 01926 • W33456eight4 Watchers - St Joseph’s Parish Centre, 7pm - Tel:- 01926 420762 • Slimming World Group – St. Margarets Centre, 5.30pm - 7.15pm.103 Whitnash Rd. Tel:- 07775678772 • Ballroom Dancing, Whitnash Sports & Social Club 8pm - Tel:- 01926 332948 • Zumba - Community Centre - 7.00pm - 8.00pm (except 3rd Thursday) Fridays • Guides - Methodist Hall, 6.30pm -Tel:- 01926 770361 • Bingo - New Hall,-Sports & Social Club, 7pm - 10pm • Whitnash Windmill Petanque Club - Whitnash Sports & Social Club - 7.00pm • Luncheon Club - St.Margarets Centre - 10.15 to 1.00pm. Tel: 01926 772406 • Keep on Moving - The Lawns - 8th July - 2 to 3pm then every other Friday - Tel:01926 425072 • Junior Football (Whitnash Under 8’s) – 6.00pm to 7.00pm, Whitnash Community Centre Saturdays • Irish Dancing, Whitnash Sports & Social Club (New Hall) 10.30am • Kits Academy (toddlers football) – 9.00am to 10.00am, Whitnash Community Centre • Zumba – 11.00am to 12.00am, Whitnash Community Centre For more information on events at the Community Hall, please call Whitnash Town Council on 470394 or email [email protected] © 2007 WhitnashTown Council. We accept no liability for any inaccuracies, misprints or omissions contained within. We will not accept any liability for loss or damage of any kind, including direct, indirect, special and consequential loss or damage arising from the use of information obtained directly or indirectly from this publication 28