Most of the News here is courtesy of the Parish Magazine Newsletter - thanks Nuala!
If anyone has any other news or opinions please let me know !
Please click underneath for my contact details.
For Arthingworth's 5 day weather forecast (well, Leicester’s actually), click on this link:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/weathe r/5day.shtml?id=2476
People living in Northamptonshire have been warned to beware of bogus telephone callers who claim to be from the Northamptonshire County Council.
The authority has reported receiving complaints from several people who say they have been contacted by cold callers offering loft and wall cavity insulation under the auspices of Northamptonshire County Council.
In some cases, residents who complained said the caller became rude and aggressive during the conversation.
A spokesperson for Northamptonshire County Council said the authority did not offer a loft and wall cavity insulation service.
She stressed these types of calls would not be from council staff and advised residents not to give out personal information or act on offers from those or other similar callers. Councillor Andre Gonzalez de Savage (Con, East Hunsbury), cabinet member for customers and communities, reiterated her words.He said: "These calls are not being made by the county council and we do not offer any loft or wall insulation services."
He warned: "During these tough economic times it is likely more of these types of scams will appear so it is important residents are on their guard and stop and think before agreeing to anything." Councillor de Savage said the bogus calls had been referred to the council's trading standards department.
He appealed to members of the public targeted by such scams to help bring the perpetrators to justice.
He said: "Where possible it would be helpful for consumers to ask for the name of the person calling and also a phone number - without giving any of their personal details or agreeing to a visit of course - as this will help trading standards in their investigation."
While trading standards carry out their investigations people with concerns can get advice by contacting the team or calling Consumer Direct on 08454 040506.
The village Fete and Dog Show was a great success. A very enjoyable day was had by all,and the fantastic sum of £1523.05 was raised, which is an amazing achievement.
Many thanks to all the sponsors and volunteers whose support allowed the day to happen.
Many thanks also to all who attended to support this event.
NB For some photos of the event please see Photo Gallery
Kelmarsh Wind Farm
As you are probably aware Eon have now submitted a planning application to Daventry District Council for 7 wind turbines.
Please see separate page for more information, but from 22nd February if you wish to object you can do so online at
www.stopkelmarshwindfarm.co.uk
Any objection must be made by 10th March
Parish Council
The vacancy for a Parish Clerk has been filled and appointed to Mrs Kirsty Ross.
Nicky Audley is in the process of transferring this role over to Kirsty within the next month.
Hedges and Trees in the Parish
Some areas of the village are proving difficult to mow due to overhanging trees and hedges that need trimming back.
Can villagers please take care of their boundaries?
The Parish Council will follow this up on an individual basis should work not be carried out.
Dog Owners
It has been noted that dogs are still fouling the paths within the village
despite there being TWO dog bins installed to combat this problem.
ALL dog owners are requested to clear up after their pets. BAG IT AND BIN IT.
Dog owners are also reminded to ensure their animals are under control at all times and not left to wander the village.
Baby Wood Pigeon photos - see Photo Gallery
There has been an increase in the number of people receiving unsolicited telephone
calls from companies offering the installation of security systems.
Initial contact
is made by telephone cold calling residents to arrange appointments. Whilst the alarms
may be free or available at a nominal cost, the ongoing maintenance costs are high
and there is a cancellation fee.
We advise that you do not purchase systems from companies
cold calling, either on the telephone or at your door. If you are considering investing
in an alarm system, we recommend that obtain quotes from at least 3 security companies
who are subject to independent inspection by a recognised body, either NSI (The National
Security Inspectorate) or SSAIB (Security Systems and Alarms Inspection Board).
Anyone
experiencing or have been affected by 'cold call' telephone calls in relation to
appointments arranging visits promoting the sale of security alarms should ring Consumer
Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or Northamptonshire Trading Standards on 01604 707900.
We
would like to remind you, 'If you're not sure, DON'T open the door'.
If you are concerned
about a caller at your door or suspect that distraction burglars or rogue doorstep
traders are operating in your community, please call our dedicated Doorstep crime
Action Network (DAN) number 0345 23 07 702. You can read about the tactics these
criminals use at www.northants.police.uk/lookout
** PLEASE REMEMBER: If a crime is
in progress you must call 999 *
Time For Action on Climate Change Information Booklet
A booklet is now available aimed at providing those that live and work in the district of Daventry with information about reducing their impact on climate change and being prepared for future weather changes. The booklet provides useful information along with contact details on getting more help in areas such as energy efficiency in the home, renewable energy, reducing waste, recycling and composting, being greener at work and at school along with getting prepared for expected weather changes. The booklet is available to view online at www.daventrydc.gov.uk/climatechange or telephone the Council for a copy on 01327 302253 or email apearce@daventrydc.gov.uk
Would you like to learn how to play Cribbage?
We have two very “talented” crib teams in the local league and in 2009 the B Team, consisting of Captain Eric Stevens, Linda Handy, Penny Maybank, Dave Sullivan and Paul and Fiona White, with a few reserves, won the Association Knockout Cup and their winning shield takes price of place in the bar.
However, interest in learning the game has been expressed by some non-team members and it has been decided to hold a friendly in-house league on Monday evenings with a view to taking time to teach non-players the rules of the game. Anybody who is interested is welcome to come along about 7.30 pm on any Monday until the end of March when the official league re-starts for the summer and new team members will be selected.
Basics Shop
We will shortly be opening a “village store” stocking basic items. Further details, including a price list, will be circulated to each household in the village within a few weeks.
Help!
A local resident is looking for an accomplished gardener for a large garden. If anyone can recommend a good gardener please e-mail Nuala on nr190270@yahoo.co.uk and she will forward on details, thank-you.
Please note the Parish Council is kindly funding the cost charged by the host of this website for the first year.
I would just like to express my (and the village’s) thanks for their support!
The Parish Council’s full statement is as follows:
At a meeting of Arthingworth Parish Council on 3rd November 2009 it was unanimously agreed that the Council would support the new Arthingworth web site by funding the first years subscription. Chairman David Newton stated that it was an ideal vehicle to keep villagers informed of events and indeed circulate information from the Parish Council meetings.
A request from Derek Blunt
I am trying to find out information about the memorial to Mrs. Jekyll in the church.
Any information much appreciated.
If you have any info please send me an e-mail and I’ll post the reply on the website - courtneys@onetel.net