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Karols Korner Valentines and Half Term, all in the same month! Is that bliss or hell?

Christmas seems a distant memory and everything has returned to normal (or what passes for normal) in my house!

New businesses seem to be springing up and as part of our commitment to Newark we are running a new feature every month showcasing local businesses, where the Pound you spend makes a real difference in a local person’s life. Following on from that we will be encouraging shoppers to come into Newark and brave the road works! It’s a real credit to the independent businesses that Newark is such a unique place to shop unlike Nottingham or the big city centres, which seem to be carbon copies of each other and lose all personality.

Added to that is the personal shopping experience with an independent business and you have a winning combination, and let’s be honest, I would really prefer to be treated like a valued customer than a number!

So support local independents, and let’s get Newark buzzing! Please go to our facebook page and nominate any local businesses you love in Newark, and tell us why.

We may then do a video interview with them and they will thank you for it!

Have a great February!

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In this issue...

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Technology – Does Cupid love Tech?

Spring Clean Your Finances for a Richer 2019 Parenting – Taking back control – going freelance Parental Stress: has it changed for over 50 years?

Competitions Things to do that’s near to you Recipe – Salmon with Tomato and Coriander Salsa Beauty – Winter Saviours Health – Finding Love and Fixing Heartbreak Baking – Oatmeal & Raisin Cookies Home Interiors – Displaying art in your home Home Products – Modern Velvet Horoscopes – February 2019 Short Story – La Chouette Books to get you talking Gardening – Remarkable Raspberries The Changing Face of Television Smart Motorways Explained Puzzles

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Does Cupid love tech?

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Parental stress: has it changed over 50 years?

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve recently watched your adult son or daughter â&#x20AC;&#x201C; now a parent themselves â&#x20AC;&#x201C; searching the internet for the latest advice on nappy rash or teething problems, it probably triggered memories of the new-parent panics you experienced when you were young.

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grandparents may feel a pang of nostalgia for those long-lost â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Mother-knows-bestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; days. With online information about childcare so readily available, the idea of asking the older generation for guidance is now as dead as that legendary extinct bird, the dodo.

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Healthcare worries Advances in healthcare have made the process of

giving birth much safer for both mothers and babies over the last half century.

As soon as a pregnancy begins, everything from the babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growth to maternal blood pressure is tested and monitored.

While this high level of care is reassuring in one way, it can also add to the anxiety experienced by new parents, opening up a range of questions such as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Is my baby â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;normalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;?

What kind of birth should I choose? Which method of pain relief is best?

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of exercise, they are equally fearful about the consequences of letting their children play outside, citing concerns about road safety, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;stranger dangerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and bullying by other children.

However, Dr Michael Ungar, author of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Nurturing Resilienceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, believes parents are too fearful of outdoor hazards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where the real dangers lie is indoors,â&#x20AC;? he writes in a blog published by Psychology Today. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Excessive screen time, often occurring while children snack on unhealthy foods, combined with low levels of activity and few opportunities to learn responsibility or social skills, leave children terribly unhealthy.â&#x20AC;?

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Physical punishment may not have been frowned on in the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;60s, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;70s and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;80s but after 1990, when the UK signed up to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, it became less socially acceptable. While itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s illegal WR XVH GLVFLSOLQH WKDW LQÂżLFWV actual physical harm, current UK legislation stops short when it comes to hitting or slapping that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t leave a lasting mark. However there

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Winter Saviours If your skin is feeling the drying effects of central heating, or youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re just in need of a winter pick-me-up, we may have the answer. the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Long-term, it also stimulates collagen, combats free radicals, improves skin elasticity and more. At ÂŁ80 for a small bottle itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not cheap, but you do only need a tiny amount. www.imageskincare.co.uk

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Use Locally - Issue 70 February 2019 into a new relationship, spending all your time with your new love and abandoning everything and everyone else. Investing your happiness in other people, particularly one person, isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t healthy; it can lessen your self-esteem (and your appeal as a partner or friend)?

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Tips to stay safe online There are more ‘silversurfers’ than ever before as according to the Office for National Statistics almost 75% of adults aged 65+ use the internet.

This generation is logging on more than ever to keep in touch with friends and family –emailing, using Skype and Facebook.

But statistics also show that the over 75’s in particular are more at risk of being targeted by internet fraudsters.

A few simple steps can really make a difference.

Create a strong password – your password is your first line of defence so don’t be tempted to use the same one for all accounts. Mix it up - use a combination of letters, capitals and numbers and don’t be tempted to use things which would be easy to

security it needs as well as a security updating system.

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A white wall (as in art galleries) is not the only choice of backdrop. You could pick a colour from the painting and replicate it on your wall, or even hang works against wallpaper using complementary colours â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but pick a small pattern to use as a backdrop to a sizeable work.

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Horoscopes by Russell Grant ARIES

LEO

March 21st - April 20th

24th - August 23rd

The New Moon on the 4th invites you to expand your social network. Make it your mission to attend as many parties, casual get togethers and professional conferences as possible during the first two weeks of February. On the 19th, you'll wrap up a job that has required a great deal of care and attention. This will lead to more lucrative work opportunities.

TAURUS April 21st - May 21st On the 4th, you'll have a chance to land a high-profile job in a cutting-edge field.

You have a talent for putting newcomers at ease with your soothing voice and down to earth approach to business. The Full Moon on the 19th is ideal for romance. If you're looking for love, you'll find it with an ardent admirer. It will be good for your ego to be pursued by someone determined to win your heart.

The New Moon on the 4th injects life into a close relationship. Things will be looking up for you and your best friend, romantic partner or even someone you work with. It's possible you'll take a trip or relocate to an exciting part of the world together. The days surrounding the 19th will be lucrative. A handsome payment will land in your bank account, allowing you to indulge in a few luxuries.

CAPRICORN December 22nd - Jan 20th

The New Moon on the 4th is excellent for beginning a health regimen. It's important to attend to your mental and spiritual wellbeing as well as your physical fitness. You could soon see good results from this practice as soon as the 19th, when the Full Moon has you feeling better than ever. Take this opportunity to treat yourself like royalty.

LIBRA September 24th - Oct 23rd

June 22nd - July 23rd On the 4th, the New Moon will attract a handsome windfall. Money from an inheritance, legal settlement or insurance refund will allow you to pay off debts and build savings. The Full Moon on the 19th brings fantastic news about work. It's possible a new branch of your company will open close to your home, significantly reducing your commute.

On the 4th, the New Moon presents an intriguing opportunity to communicate on a worldwide scale. Launching a blog, taping a podcast or sharing videos on social media can attract a loyal following. You'll reach a career milestone on the 19th, thanks to a generous Full Moon. People do appreciate all the time and care you put into your work.

August 24th - Sept 23rd

May 22nd - June 21st

CANCER

November 23rd - Dec 21st

VIRGO

GEMINI The opportunity to expand your horizons will arrive on or around the 4th, courtesy of an adventurous New Moon.

This is an ideal time to visit a country that has fascinated you since childhood. On the 19th, the Full Moon will bring a domestic matter to its successful conclusion. If you've been trying to buy or sell a house, you'll be able to seal a profitable deal.

SAGITTARIUS

The New Moon on the 4th will be highly romantic. If you're single, you'll meet a rebel who makes your pulse pound. It will be so refreshing to spend time with someone who has unique opinions and unusual tastes. On the 19th, the Full Moon will invite you to rest, relax and recharge your batteries. Colleagues will pressure you to do more than your fair share of work.

SCORPIO October 24th - Nov 22nd If you've been thinking of moving, the beginning of February presents an ideal opportunity to do so. You could find a beautiful place in an offbeat neighbourhood on the 4th, courtesy of the New Moon. Being surrounded by eccentrics brings out the best in you.

The Full Moon on the 19th is ideal for throwing a party, bringing together your nearest and dearest.

The New Moon on the 4th attracts an unusual moneymaking venture. Moving into a cutting-edge field will be highly profitable. You may decide to join an investment group that specialises in research and development. The Full Moon on the 19th may find you returning from a trip or concluding a course of study. Use everything you've learned to deepen your appreciation for life.

AQUARIUS January 21st - Feb 19th On the 4th, the New Moon will inspire you to adopt a new look or assume another role. Making a fresh start will put a spring in your step and a sparkle in your eyes. The Full Moon on the 19th cultivates passion on the relationship front. A rendezvous with your amour will be highly enjoyable. Are you single?

You could meet someone special in a classroom, book club or political group.

PISCES Feb 20th - March 20th Solitary pleasures and pastimes are best for you at the beginning of February. The New Moon on the 4th will prompt you to read, write or commune with nature. Don't let demanding loved ones invade your privacy. The Full Moon on the 19th presents an excellent opportunity to help a loved one. Ease their concerns by helping them keep a promise during the second half of the month.

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La Chouette “Mum, come in here,” Jennifer whispered, dragging Doreen into the downstairs toilet. “Have you seen what Gary’s got in his rucksack?”

“No love,” Doreen replied, steadying herself on the towel rail; it was a tight space for two people and a rucksack. “I don’t go nosing through your brother’s belongings, and neither should you.”

“Shhh, he could be out of the shower any minute,” Jennifer said. “I need to show you something. Have you noticed he’s been behaving a bit strangely this week?”

“He has been a bit jumpy,” Doreen agreed reluctantly. “I thought it meant love was in the air.”

“Me too,” Jennifer nodded. “You know how I said he should take Elaine somewhere special for Valentine’s Day?” “You wouldn’t stop going on about it!” Doreen interrupted sternly.

“I had to!” Jennifer declared.

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“She’s the outdoors type,” Doreen shrugged.

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Jennifer shuddered. “They even go out in the rain.”

“He seems happy,” Doreen said.

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Doreen grasped Jennifer’s arm.

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Both women looked at each other in horror.

“Mum, tell me honestly, have you properly met this Elaine?”

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Doreen went pale.

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Jennifer took a moment to compose herself.

“How do you explain these?”

She held up the binoculars.

Gary’s face froze. “They’re for this evening,” he snapped, “and none of your business.”

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“It’s time to come clean.”

Gary stared at her and then his face softened. “I said that just to get you off my case,” he said. “Elaine really isn’t interested in fancy restaurants.”

“Where are you going then?”

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Gary sighed, “I’m taking her barn owl spotting.”

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Books to get you talking The Silence of the Girls – Pat Barker The Silence of the Girls is a vivid retelling of Homer’s Iliad. However, this time the focus is on the minor characters, namely the women taken as ‘spoils of war’. Queen Briseis is taken as a sex slave by Achilles when he destroys her city.

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Roar – Cecelia Ahern Ahern’s latest book is a collection of satirical short stories. Each focuses on an unnamed female protagonist and is amost are a literal interpretation of a stereotype or saying. The trophy wife’s partner builds her a shelf to sit on, where she can be admired by his friends and family. The woman who feels invisible to society starts to slowly disappear. There are plenty of themes to digest and discuss and a lot of enjoyment to be had in each tale.

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Sunny Side Up – Susan Calman Comedian and Strictly star Susan Calman is on a mission to encourage ‘joy, kindness and community’ with her latest book. There are anecdotes from her own life and examples of random acts of kindness that have been shared by her fans. Sunny Side Up is full of warmth, positivity and (of- course) plenty of humour.

Books that are perfect for discussing at your book club, dissecting over dinner and chatting about on social media.

This is Going to Hurt – Adam Kay From 100 hour weeks to moral conundrums and emergency operations, the life of a junior doctor is far from easy. Adam Kay reveals all through six years of diary entries. Surprisingly, This is Going to Hurt is an incredibly funny book, particularly the numerous footnotes explaining hospital lingo.

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Codename Villanelle – Luke Jennings If you loved the BBC’s Killing Eve, don’t miss the book it was based on.

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Eve is the woman tasked with stopping her. The storyline is quite different from that of the TV series and has less dark humour, but there’s still plenty of suspense to keep you reading.

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Raspberries like plenty of moisture, but hate being actually soggy around the roots. If your soil is very light and sandy , improve its texture and moisture-retaining ability before you plant the canes – digging in plenty of

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Once the weather warms up in the spring you will start to see growth on the canes as the buds come to life, but until then theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll remain looking worryingly like a row of seemingly dead sticks!

decent crop this autumn and an even heavier one from 2020.

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The Changing Face of Television By 1971, TV was so integral to our lives that, according to Joe Moranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Armchair Nation, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ten per cent of homes still had no indoor lavatory or bath, 31% had no fridge and 62% had no telephone, but only 9% had no TV.â&#x20AC;? Yet back then we were watching just 3 channels.

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Any driver who ignores this could not only be getting into a dangerous situation, EXW VXEMHFW WR D Â&#x2026; žQH and three penalty points on their licence. Again, overhead speed limits are enforced by cameras.

Smart Motorways Explained Vast swathes of the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s road network are being transformed into â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Smart Motorwaysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. The government cites them as the solution for congestion, with the hard shoulder being used as a live lane and overhead gantries displaying variable speed limits with cameras enforcing them.

Highways England says the introduction of Smart Motorways has â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;increased journey reliabilityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; as well as reducing personal injury accidents. But this new network requires a new way of driving, as well as a better understanding of what the overhead signs mean. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s take a look.

Are there different types of Smart Motorway?

There are. Though the overall objective of the scheme is to improve congestion, there are different types of Smart Motorway dotted throughout the country.

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Like it or not, Smart Motorways are being created across the UK. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how to drive on them.

Then there are all-lanerunning sections of motorway.

This means that all lanes of the motorway are live, and there isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a section of hard shoulder. In the event of an incident, a red â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Xâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is displayed

Finally, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a dynamic hard shoulder.

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to an ERA, you should attempt to get onto the verge (providing there is no barrier), switch on your hazard lights and exit the vehicle safely via the nearside door. If you can’t get to the nearside of the motorway safely, stay in the vehicle with your seatbelt securely fastened.

If you’ve been able to get out of the car, contact Highways England via one of the phones placed in the ERA. However, if you can’t exit the vehicle, you need to call 999 from your mobile.

Can I get caught for speeding even if a limit isn’t displayed above the road?

This has been a point of contention for some time.

Highways England states that: “All mandatory speed limits are enforced by police, as is the national speed limit of 70mph when no speeds are shown. If you break the speed limits you will be caught.” The best advice is simply not to exceed the speed limit.

Do Smart Motorways actually work?

According to Highways

England, Smart Motorways are helping to keep roads moving. Published statistics say that journey reliability has improved by 22 per cent and, as mentioned, personal injury accidents have been reduced by more than half.

Highways England also says that where accidents did occur, their severity was much lower overall.

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WHO ARE THE CHRISTADELPHIANS? “Who are these Christadelphians?” we hear you say.

Let us tell you.

They are a community bound together by a common faith in the gospel preached by Jesus Christ and his apostles: and have borne the name “Christadelphian” since the mid-19th century. ( Their name encompasses in one word the phrase, “brethren in Christ”, a phrase used by the apostle Paul to describe 1st century Christians.

[Cf. Colossians 1:20].

( Their faith and teaching stem solely from the Holy Bible, which, as the word of Almighty God, they acknowledge as the sole authority on matters of belief and conduct. They do not believe that any of their members, past or present, have received any special revelation, but that it is the Bible alone that is able to bring men and women to a knowledge of the way of salvation through Jesus Christ.

[CF. 2 Timothy 3:15].

There has been a Christadelphian community in Newark for over 168 years, and they now meet in their own hall in Cliff Nook Lane, off Appleton gate, NEWARK, NG24 1LY. On Sunday evenings, commencing at 5.15pm, where the first century Christian gospel is preached, and Bible teaching on aspects of behaviour is examined.

You are warmly invited to join us.

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