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The Bugle June 2020 edition
The June edition of The Bugle is now available to see on the village website. There will be no deliveries to homes due to the current coronavirus lockdown
Older editions can also be viewed using the link in the left hand column
Posted: Sat, 30 May 2020 20:40 by Ian Kelly
ACTIVE NORTHANTS - June Special. Classes for Teenagers
Are you a teenager struggling with motivation? Are you looking for something new to try? Or do you just want to hang out with your mates doing something.
ACTIVE NORTHANTS offers Boxing, Calisthenics, Dance, Fitness and Yoga classes FREE OF CHARGE throughout June, you can sign in and spend time with other teenagers in a socially minded physical activity setting.
To make it even better, the more you participate... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 27 May 2020 14:43 by Ian Kelly
Gambling addiction support
One to one counselling to problem gamblers and those affected by someone else's gambling, this is all accessible via telephone counselling support. Aquarius are taking new referrals as well as supporting their ongoing caseload. If you are concerned about someone's gambling call us on 0300 456 4292 to speak to our practitioners, or email Aquarius on northamptonshire@aquarius.org.uk
Posted: Tue, 26 May 2020 17:03 by Ian Kelly
Street lights
Phase 2 of the Parish Council's plan to replace the street lights with energy efficient LED lights was completed on the 14th May. The new lights were installed in Avon Fields, Butchers Close and Woodford Glebe.
The lights are more energy effient using 90% less energy and are guaranteed for 10 years. The remaining non LED lights in the village will be replaced at the earliest opportunity.
Posted: Wed, 20 May 2020 11:20 by Ian Kelly
Domestic Abuse
People's day to day life has drastically altered due to the coronavirus pandemic. New measures to tackle the disease means people are social distancing and self-isolating.
These changes are essential to beat coronavirus and protect our NHS.
The order to stay at home can cause worry and anxiety for those who are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse. Domestic abuse is unacceptable in any situation,... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 12 May 2020 17:54 by Ian Kelly
Chris Heaton-Harris MP
The MP for the area Chris Heaton-Harris has included information on his website about support including financial support for individuals and businesses as well as useful local information
Posted: Tue, 05 May 2020 11:47 by Ian Kelly
Library service online
The library service is helping people keep busy with their virtual library services while the lockdown measures are in place with e-book and e-audio offers in place, virtual RhymeTime sessions being run for families with young children, and books and jigsaws being delivered to people who are unable to leave home at the moment.
Posted: Fri, 01 May 2020 12:31 by Ian Kelly
Coronavirus information
Young People and Mental Health
Children and young people respond in different ways to complex situations and change of routine, and it's important to look out for differences in their behaviour as this may show if they are struggling. If needed there is lots of useful help available for parents and carers to help take care of their family's mental health needs through this time, and their own.
There... Read More »
Posted: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 17:03 by Ian Kelly
Park improvements
The Parish Council has plans to improve facilities in the park during the year. The intention is to instal outdoor gym equipment which can be used by all age groups from teen upwards.
Three pieces will be installed initially, Pendulum and Twist as shown, an Air Walker and a Chin Up and Dip. The equipment will have instructions for use and there is also an App that can be downloaded to help you exercise... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 16:54 by Ian Kelly
