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Councillor Iain Bentley Reports

I attended Charnwood Boroughs retiring Mayor David Gaskell accompanied by the mayoress and wife, Jan Gaskell who presented to Birstall Playgroup and Cancer research Charnwood cheques for £3285.72.

The cheques were received on behalf of Birstall playgroup by Deborah Hoggar and for Cancer research Charnwood Brenda Sutherland Treasurer and Deena Tatham secretary. The event was held at the town hall in Loughborough on the 17th May and was attended by around 40 to 50 guests.

These two charities were selected by David Gaskell at the start of his mayoral year, two local charities dear to both himself and the mayoress.

“Best year ever” says organisers of Charnwood Forest Cycle Ride The Charnwood Forest Cycle Ride, organised by local charity Alex’s Wish, reported its best year ever with over 250 cyclists recently taking to the 10, 20 or 50 mile routes.

“The rain cleared away for us and the day was just beautiful,” says Emma Hallam, founder of Alex’s Wish a local Rothley based charity who raise money to fund clinical trials into finding treatments and, ultimately, a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy; a life limiting condition which affects boys across the UK including Emma’s son Alex, after whom the charity is named. “We are still receiving sponsorship money but to date over £10,000 has been raised making this one of our most popular and successful events that we run each year.”

Lisa Bacon of SHB Solicitors who adopted Alex’s Wish as their Charity of the Year said, “Last year I cycled it and this year I marshalled for them and once again thoroughly enjoyed the event. Alex’s Wish is a fabulous charity to support and I’m looking forward to working closely with them again throughout this year.”

Event sponsor and charity trustee Adam Flowers of Flowers Associates commented on the event saying, “I’m a very keen cyclist and have cycled this event for many years as well as taken part in other Alex’s Wish cycling challenges including the London to Paris challenge and the Prudential Ride London event.

“As a local firm we are thrilled to support such a pro-active and positive charity as Alex’s Wish.

I’m looking forward to being involved for many, many years to come and would urge anyone interested in getting out there and either challenging themselves or just getting a bit fitter to have a look at the events Alex’s Wish run and join in!”

Added Emma, “It’s great to have good feedback on the event and to see everyone enjoying the routes. I really want to thank all the volunteers, marshals and sponsors too. Flowers Associates were our headline sponsor and we also received support from new sponsor Parkhill Building & Joinery as well as Cuppas of Rothley. We also had three returning sponsors from last year too Nisa (Bradleys store) in Rothley were the events first-aid sponsors, The Woodmans Stroke Pub in Rothley were the communications sponsor and Pedal Power were the on-site bike specialists.

Without their support this event would be almost impossible to put on. Thank you, thank you, thank you!”

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ST JAMES' SUMMER FAYRE Monday 28 August from 12 noon to 4pm at St James' the Great Church, on the lawn and in the church, Church Hill, Birstall Stalls, Games, Tea and Cakes, Hot dogs, Entertainment, Craft Activities, Raffle and Bouncy Castle.

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Leave on a sunny window sill and water frequently but do not drown it (as they don’t like to sit in water), and watch it grow. The leaves have a lovely scent, will become much larger and can be picked off individually to be enjoyed in salads, mixed with pasta, and are especially nice with tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and olive oil: a treat on a warm summer evening. [Also, if you pinch out the new shoots from the top of the plant, it makes the plant bushier, so the more you eat, the more the plant will produce!]

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We have held two Open Days this season, the most recent, is pictured. We are always looking for new members and there is still plenty of time.

Why not try a little taster? We run beginner sessions most Fridays and Mondays from 6 pm. There is no charge and no obligation, so you have nothing to lose. All you need is flat soled shoes or trainers. We supply everything else.

Other times can be arranged to suit so please give my good friends John and Carolyn a ring on 2675947. If you want to take things further, our first year fee for new bowlers is only £20. Good value fun in anybody's book.

All Members are invited to attend this meeting which will receive the annual report of the Board of Trustees and the certified accounts covering the Centre’s activities over the past year.

Those Members in attendance will also have the opportunity to elect the Board of Trustees to serve for the period up to the close of the 2018 AGM.

Co-op Sports Ground, Birstall Road, Birstall LE4 4DE More details at www.smcbc.com

“Members” are defined as all volunteers involved in the provision of Centre services, all funding and grant donors and all beneficiaries of the services provided by the Centre at any time during the year ending 31st March 2017.

Cars, Crafts and FANTASTIC FAMILY FUNDRAISING FUN!

The meeting provides full opportunity for Trustees to be questioned and held to account for the way in which the Centre is being managed and for Members to make proposals for improvements or additional services to be provided in the future.

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Building on the success of the previous years, the event will take place between 10.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. Local Crafters and stallholders will be showcasing fabulous handcrafted items in the activity centre. The fantastic show field will boast an interesting mix of classic, customised and vintage cars. There will be the opportunity to browse a pop up charity shop, enter the fun dog show, delight in some delicious refreshments and enjoy a fun filled day out for all the family.

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Entry to this event is £5.00 per person, with under 16’s free! For more information please contact Helen Baxter on 01530 244914. A limited number of discounted tickets are available to purchase in advance.

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NO JULY EDITION We are taking a short break for the summer so the next edition will be out on Wednesday 16th August 2017

Transport to and from the venue may be made available to those not involved in the Community Lunch, if required. Further information about this – and about Centre services generally - can be obtained from Centre Manager Mark Smith Tel: 0116 2607 888 email: admin@syston-vc.org

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Watch the film at www.respectthewater.com, share it with your mates, and use the hashtag #RespectTheWater on social media.

Around 190 people accidentally die at the British and Irish coasts each year, with around half never intending to go into the water in the first place.

Remember there are two simple pieces of advice that can help save lives this summer – float to live and call 999.

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Respect the Water wherever you are WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOU SEE SOMEONE IN TROUBLE IN THE WATER?

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All too often, people’s first instinct is to go into the water. As a result, too many people drown trying to save others or their pets.

Everyone who falls unexpectedly into cold water wants to follow the same instinct, to swim hard and to fight the cold water. But when people fight it, chances are, they lose.

If you see someone in danger of drowning at the coast, dial 999 or 112 and ask for the coastguard straight away. Look for something that floats or that they can hold on to and throw it out to them. Helping you stay safe

If you find yourself unexpectedly in the water, do as little as possible, and float.

THE AVERAGE TEMPERATURE OF BRITISH AND IRISH COASTAL WATERS IS 12- 15ºC, COLD ENOUGH TO CAUSE COLD WATER SHOCK. Cold water shock makes you gasp uncontrollably and breathe in water, which can quickly lead to drowning.

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North Leicester MG Club’s 2017 Charnwood Caper Run In early May, over eighty cars took part in the Charnwood Caper Classic and Sports Car Run, an annual event organised by the North Leicester MG Club since 2004. Nearly half of the entrants had done the “Caper� before, with many of those returning for at least the third time. Each year a different route of around eighty miles is devised by the club, largely along country lanes, terminating at a place of interest within, or just outside, Leicestershire.

This year, the run started at Quorn and Woodhouse station on the Great Central heritage railway. After a cup of tea or coffee in the station’s Butler-Henderson CafĂŠ, the drivers were flagged away to begin their 40-mile journey through northwest Leicestershire and south Derbyshire to Bretby Garden Centre for a half-way break. The run’s 35-mile second leg finished at Elvaston Castle Country Park in Derbyshire. Although not a particularly warm day, it was dry and sunny enough to allow those in convertible machinery to indulge in some “top downâ€? motoring.

Two Newfoundland Dogs Find New Homes After Makeover

By The Groom Room Two Newfoundland dogs - four year old Koda and three year old Rio have found new homes after a dramatic makeover.

The dogs came into Woodside Animal Centre – the Leicester branch of the RSPCA – along with a further Newfoundland, 8 year old Bethan, after their owner had fallen ill and could no longer take care of them.

All three were in a sorry state with long, matted coats which were causing them serious problems.

Cars from every decade since the 1930s turned out, the oldest being a 1938 MG VA Tickford, and the newest an MG TF LE500 from 2010.

Besides the contingent of over seventy MGs, eleven other marques were represented including Mini, Morris and Mercedes.

Participating crews had travelled from twelve different counties to take part, with three covering over eighty miles to get to the start venue. The longest journey was undertaken by Trevor and Sue Taylor, who received a prize for their 96-mile drive from Shropshire in their 1979 MGB Roadster.

At Elvaston, a dedicated parking area was provided, which allowed for the cars to be lined up on either side of one of the park’s roadways. Here, the display of classics attracted a lot of interest from the country park’s many visitors. Amongst the twenty or more MGB Roadsters on view was one from Leicestershire which had been owned by its driver, Su Hatton, from new. The car dates back to 1972, and of necessity served as a family runabout back then. Nowadays, it leads an easier life, and has been kept in remarkably good condition, looking virtually new despite its 45 years of use.

North Leicester MG Club chairman, Colin Readwin, said, “The meticulous planning by a dedicated team of club members has delivered another successful Charnwood Caper, which will enable us to make a substantial donation to this year’s nominated local charity, Steps Conductive Education Centre.�

There has been a good response from participants, with positive feedback both on the day and via email. One, who was on their firstever MG event, wrote: “What a great day! A friendly group, a well-planned outing, clear and easy route notes. The route was fantastic.�

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“The animals were really struggling to see, had problems with their ears and were visibly uncomfortable,� explained Kim Talbot, Animal Care Specialist at Woodside. “Their coats were so long and matted we couldn’t even carry out the neutering procedure. We knew the dogs would need professional grooming, but that it would be expensive for such large dogs.�

But a local grooming service – The Groom Room, based at Pets at Home, Fosse Park – came to the rescue, inviting the three for a much-needed pampering session.

“They looked amazing when they’d had their coats sorted out,� said Kim. “You could actually see what stunning dogs they are! And they just seemed so much happier.�

Koda and Rio were both were snapped up the following week and are now settling nicely into their new homes.

Bethan, who came into the centre wary of people and in need of a little more paw holding from Kim, had to wait for her pampering session. But

for a special family to offer her a new forever home too. “We’re so grateful to the Groom Room,â€? said Kim. “If they hadn’t stepped in, we wouldn’t have been able to get the same result for the dogs.â€? “It costs nearly ÂŁ20,000 per week to run the Centre and we are entirely reliant on donations and support from organisations like the Groom Room to be able to help dogs like Koda, Rio and Bethan.â€?

Michelle Capwell, The Groom Rooms Salon Manager said: “We were really pleased to help and it was lovely to see the girls so transformed.

We’re delighted that Koda and Rio have found new homes and wish Bethan the same good luck.�

If you are interested in adopting Bethan, contact the centre on: 0116 233 6677, or visit Woodside Animal Centre, 190 Scudamore Road, Leicester, LE3 1UQ.

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