SANDBACH FIRE CADETS
CADET NEWS – October 2010
“Sandbach Today”
On the 18th September Cadets enjoyed a valuable opportunity to meet members of the local community at the 13th Sandbach Today event, which showcased the work of voluntary groups in the Town. Cadets also met Sandbach Mayor Gillian Merry, Cheshire East Mayor Gordon Baxendale and Congleton MP Fiona Bruce.
Joint Police & Fire Service’s Community Engagement Day
During what was a busy weekend for us, Sandbach Cadets attended the Joint Services Engagement Day at Cheshire Police HQ on the 19th September. We had the opportunity to see various demonstrations & Exhibits and also took part in the Cadet Hose Competition. Sandbach competed against Birchwood, Holmes Chapel & Middlewich in a very closely fought series of drills and eventually finished in Second Place.
We’ve received some very positive feedback from both of the above events – well done & thank you to all who took part and contributed to their success!
Cheshire East Parents & Carers “Fun Day”
On the 26th September Craig & Anita attended the CEPC Fun Day at Sandbach School in support of the Service’s Deaf Person’s Advocate Melanie Pitts & the Deaf Support Network. During a busy day, visitors were given a wide range of Fire & Road Safety information and had the opportunity to learn more about the Cadet Scheme and role of Volunteers.
Forthcoming Events
02/10/10 – National Firefighters Charity Car Wash Once again we’ve been asked to support this National event in aid of the Firefighter’s Charity. As many Cadets as possible are required to assist in this valuable fund raising opportunity, which will take place at the Station between 0930 & 1430hrs. Let’s see if we can better the £275 raised last time!
November 2010 – Poppy Appeal Collection Fire Cadets have been invited to support this year’s Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal by holding collections in either Sandbach or Crewe; further details will follow in due course.
14/11/10 – Remembrance Sunday Parade Once again, our unit has been invited to participate in this year’s parade to commemorate all those who have given their lives for our freedom; further details will follow in due course.
20/11/10 – Christmas Light “Switch On” Members of the Group have been invited to play a key role at the “switch on” of the Sandbach Christmas Lights; further details will follow in due course.
20/12/10 – Santa Collection – Rotary Club of Haslington Santa has again asked for our help with his Float and charity collection around the Streets of Winterley; further details will follow in due course.
Craig Howell, 01/10/10.