Ozzy O’shea is new Chairman Groby Street Fair – fun of County Council for the whole family! THE NEW county council chairman is Ozzy O’Shea
Ozzy first entered local politics as a parish councillor in Ratby in 1996. He was elected to the county council in 2013, representing the Groby and Ratby electoral division, and is now serving in his second term of office. During his year as chairman, the former policeman has chosen to support Care of Police Survivors (COPS). The charity supports the families of police officers who have tragically lost their lives on duty, helping them to rebuild their lives. Ozzy spent much of his working New County Council Chairman Ozzy career employed by O’shea with his wife Jenny Leicestershire Police, joining in 1973 and retiring in 2016. His 43 years of service saw him serve as a police officer in both the city and the county, later working in a civilian capacity as a supervisor in the force’s operations room. He has been married to Jenny for 41 years and they have two sons, two daughters and nine grandchildren. Councillor Ozzy O’Shea said: “It is a great pleasure and honour to be taking up the position of chairman of the county council. Jenny and I are very much looking forward to undertaking our civic duties and to meeting many people and organisations who contribute to the life of Leicestershire.” Ozzy takes over the reins from Councillor Janice Richards. Councillor David Jennings is the council’s new vice chairman.
Are you a netball player? Charity Netball Tournament in Groby on 11th July GE are hosting a Charity netball tournament at Brookvale School on the 11th of July 5pm until 9pm. Each individual person will be entered into a team of both GE employees and Groby residents to compete for the title of champion. The entry is £5 per person and this money goes to LOROS, a very worthy cause. To enter you must email your name to hollie.critchlow@ bhge.com - entry fee to be paid on the day.
THE LINE UP for the Groby Street Fair on Sunday 24 June includes lots of familiar names and a good helping of new ones. All the information you need is on the www.grobystreetfair.tk, but don’t worry if you don’t use the internet as you’ll be able to pick up a list of all the traders, caterers and organisations participating when you arrive. With a wide range of refreshment options available you’ll be spoilt for choice. Fundraising for good causes is an essential part of community events and you’ll find that organisations such as the Scouts, Churches Together, Groby CIC (the meadow) and Fair Trade all have stalls. And if you are interested in homeless dogs or have a dog that needs training there’s also something there for you. Managing your money is more important than ever so you may find it worthwhile to talk to the Nottingham Building Society about Kevin Burke - very tall your savings or the Utility Warehouse about your spending. For some in our community life can be pretty tough. The Carers Centre will be represented - by giving family carers ongoing dedicated support they can help them cope with their situations within their own homes. Their work makes a huge difference to carers struggling to cope with disabled and critically ill loved ones. The main stage of earlier years has been dispensed with and entertainment will be found throughout the Fair. It will be no surprise to hear that the popular Kevin Burke will be back, supported by singers, dancers, barber shop singers and jazz. For a quiet moment of reflection be sure to call in the church to see the WWI Centenary Exhibition
How to play in the Table Football Tournament We mustn’t forget the table football and the opportunity to form 2 person teams to compete in the Tournament to win prizes.(A nominal charge of £1 per person is charged for team games, at other times playing is free). Tournament team games will take place periodically throughout the day • Go to the entry gate at the A50 end of the Fair, past the church • Buy your tickets (tickets aren’t timed) • Wait for the referee to blow his whistle • If there’s a table available you can play whenever the whistle blows • Go to the Table Football Marquee and present your ticket • Good luck!
Norman Griffiths
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