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WIN A FREE CAR VALET TO BE TAKEN ANY WEEKDAY Pratt & Gelsthorpe Ltd Baldertongate, Newark, NG24 1UF. 01636 673888 www.newarkpeugeot.co.uk Entries should be via the competitions tab on the website www.uselocally.co.uk, or by post to Use Locally, Kane Farm, Boston Road, Heckington, Sleaford, Lincs, NG34 9JQ marked competition. Entries by the 15th October 2014.

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‘No one ever regretted buying quality’ Belvoir Interiors have been trading since 1969 and have been selling kitchens and interiors in Newark for over 25 years. We offer kitchens for every budget and style. From Traditional shaker kitchens to modern high gloss. Whether you are planning a new kitchen, building a new home or remodelling your existing kitchen, we’d love to hear from you, we can put your ideas into practice with a design service that represents exactly what you want, tailored to match your lifestyle and to suit your home, bring us your measurements for a free design and no obligation quote, appointments aren’t always necessary.

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Karols Korner The nights are drawing in already – its only 7.15pm and its dusk! Soon it will be back to log fires and wooly jumpers! Are you looking forward to long winter nights and putting your central heating back on? What happened to summer, it seems like it was over in a blink of an eye.

And now the next major thing is Christmas! Are you getting organized? Are you already wrapped and finished? Does Christmas mean parties and lots of fun or are you travelling to friends & family at Christmas?

For gifts that will be treasured forever, go along to Grace Gentle, in Castlegate for their first birthday celebration and I guarantee you will find something to make even the most difficult to buy for person happy.

If you are thinking of a Christmas party, make sure to book in with either Greek Steakhouse or Peking Tang! Both of whom are sure to get booked up quickly so don’t leave it till the last moment.

So get out and about in Newark & Lincoln in October, make sure to spend your Christmas money in the local independent shops as well, without them we will be just another High Street. Look up Totally Locally Newark and get behind this campaign, its all about you and your family, and where we all live.

All the best

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Competitions Technology Some like it hot!

Spotlight on Grace Gentle - The First Year!

Our Legal Eagle Clinic On the wall – Home Interiors Is it time to part with your old mattress?

Short story B2B Pages Lancaster Grange Care Home Special Life Begins – Too many phish in the sea Finance – Three easy ways to save money this winter.

What’s On & Where to Go The Better Life – Life Cycle!

Recipe – Apple & Blackberry Crumble Recipe – Mushroom & Chicken Pot Pies And Another Thing!

Motoring – Peugeot 108 review Puzzle Page

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Some Like It Hot

Technology taking the expense out of heating your home

With summer a rapidly fading memory itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s likely that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had the central heating on for weeks or even months.

With energy prices constantly increasing, a few simple bits of kit can make a huge difference to your outgoings.

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outside factors such as late afternoon sunshine.

For many of us our heating systems are fairly low tech, but thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s changing with the arrival of systems such as British Gasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hive. Hive connects your boiler to your broadband, and that means you can control it with a smartphone app. You might override the heating settings because youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re coming KRPH ODWHU WKDQ H[SHFWHG NHHS an eye on your daily energy XVH RU MXVW VKRZ RII E\ WXUQLQJ the heating on and off when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re at work. British Gas reckons that the ÂŁ199 Hive will pay for itself very quickly, offering savings of up to ÂŁ150 a year on your energy bills, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s compatible with 99% of the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gas boilers.

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some US energy companies are giving them away free to their customers to help keep their bills down (and the customers loyal).

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By Gary Marshall Images left to right:British Gas Hive smart thermostat; Honeywell +RPH[SHUW UHSODFHPHQW KHDWLQJ programmer; Nest learning thermostat; Thermostatic radiator valve

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Enjoy Your Garden All Year Round with a Minster Conservatory, Doors Minster and A Rated Windows Conservatories Doors & Windows

At Minster Conservatories our goal is to not only help you design and build your dream conservatory but make the process easy and enjoyable for you. We are a family run business with 20 year’s experience A Minster Conservatory will soon become your favourite room and an excellent way to boost your property’s price.

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SPOTLIGHT ON

Gracegentle

Gracegentle celebrates their first birthday in style!

Gracegentle celebrates 1 year of bringing style and chic to Newark. Denise Starkey, Grace Gentles founder and owner looks back on her first year of bringing beautiful gifts, home and garden accessories with a passion that is obvious when you visit the shop.

It’s a boutique that smells divine when you enter and leaves you with feeling you have discovered a new friend and treasure.

Grace gentle was Denise’s grandmother – effortlessly 8

elegant and with a genuine desire to make her family’s home beautiful in every way, Denise not only aspires to continue her grandmother’s ethos, but goes one step further and actually achieves it, not only for herself, but for her wide variety of clients too.

Indeed it’s a near impossibility to visit and leave without a new treasure for yourself or your home. Its one of those places, where you think “that would be perfect for …. And end up loving it so much you

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Beautiful home and giftware for you to adorn and adore

01636 611933 25A Castle Gate, Newark NG24 1AZ

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Whatever you choose, you can be sure that is it something that Denise has chosen herself, with the same attention her grandmother would have given to everything.

Nestled beside adorable gifts, are home and garden accessories, quirky signs and plaques, cushions, mirrors, lamps, occasional furniture. For a more personal piece there are beautiful cold cast bronze sculptures of hares, hounds and cats, and a superb range of scarves, jewellery, and leather goods. Theres also hand-made greeting cards to go along with your treasures.

"The feedback has been tremendous" Denise said.

"People say it is a beautiful shop, and just what Newark needs." Gracegentle's Facebook page is full of praise from customers. "I love visiting Gracegentle." said one. "The range and quality of the items is fantastic and I love the amazing candles and oils - they smell divine." I know exactly what they mean!

Denise has recently introduced a loyalty card that gives a discount off future purchases, for those customers who keep returning, and to reward new ones. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of the ways

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Denise honours Grace gentle by valuing her customers.

Customers are also pleased to find pieces not available anywhere else in the area.

These include contemporary jewellery from Dansk Smykkekunst, home accessories from Lene Bjerre, decorated scented candles and reed diffusers from Stoneglow, timeless leather goods from Bolla Bags and Tumble & Hide and the adorable cold cast bronze ornaments of hares, hounds and cats by Frith Sculptures.

Not that the prices at Gracegentle are high, the attention to details ensures that stock is carefully chosen with an eye on both quality and value.

"The image of the shop gives the impression that prices are high, but people are pleasantly surprised when they come in to find how reasonable things are," Denise said.

When preparing to open Gracegentle, Denise spent hours researching suppliers and seeking advice on what to stock.

In the end, she decided to opt for classic, timeless pieces that she would like to have in her own home.

Her instinct proved right.

Gracegentle is full of beautiful, stylish items that would complement any home. Many pieces are in natural colours and materials that look equally at

home in traditional or contemporary settings.

Wood, glass, leather, silver and bronze feature strongly, as they have a timeless quality that is widely appealing.

Denise is already choosing stock for the coming season, with one eye of the Christmas market, of

course. Although, as one customer put it: "It's an all-year-round shop, not just a Christmas shop."

Next time you are in town, make time to visit and browse round the shopâ&#x20AC;Ś.you are sure to find something you just cant live without â&#x20AC;Ś.or something perfect for that special person.

Gentlemen, let Denise guide you into a stunning gift for your lovely lady, one she will definitely thank you for this year!

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Putting People’s Lives back on Track Over the past couple of weeks Andrew & Co has secured almost half a million pounds (£431,000) worth of compensation on behalf of five clients who had been injured in accidents which weren’t their fault.

The settlements had varying degrees of value, but the outcome from all of the cases will have a huge impact on the lives of the people involved. £150,000 was awarded to an elderly and disabled widow who sadly lost her husband in a fatal road traffic accident. We spent just over three years working on the case for her due to complications surrounding the cause of the accident. But now this money will provide her with the much needed social care she requires for the rest of her life.

A further £225,000 was secured for another client whose long-term health and future has been seriously affected by the impact of another road traffic accident.

These cases had the highest value and highlight an important point for anyone affected by personal injury.

Insurance companies will do their best to offer you a ‘recommended’ law firm to work with following a road traffic accident. More often than not you won’t get to meet them, nor will you receive the specialist advice and personal service Andrew & Co provides.

Most people don’t realise they have the right to choose a solicitor to represent them as opposed to working with a generic law firm. Undoubtedly the local knowledge we have along with the specialist experience in personal injury law, helped us to win a considerable sum of money for our clients.

We also secured a further £13,000 for a pedestrian who was hit by a stolen car after it mounted the footpath, £8,000 for a woman who suffered facial injuries and a fractured knee following a fall caused by a rocky paving slab in Grantham and £6,000 for a man in his 70s who was injured by the doors of a bus closing on him.

Each incident was very different, but in personal injury cases we have to prove who is to blame and the experience we have is hugely beneficial in helping us to win compensation for our clients. As these cases all prove, choosing a reputable firm with dedicated specialist solicitors really does pay off.

If you would like to talk to us and have been injured, please get in touch on 01522 512123 or email Michael.pace@andrew-solicitors.co.uk In order to receive a free half hour consultation please quote "Use locally".

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HAVE YOU HAD AN ACCIDENT? CALL US ON 0800 5978181 If you have been injured in an accident that was not your fault within the last three years, our personal injury solicitors could help you claim compensation. Specialist advice is essential to recover damages due and resolve personal injury claims in a manner that minimises distress.

It may also save you considerable expense if your claim is not fully sound or contains insufficient evidence.

Give us a call today to see how we can help you

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Lancaster Grange...

Providing quality care across Nottinghamshire With the promise of the colder weather approaching, we are starting to look forward to cosy days and nights with themed activities and the new winter warmer menu changes in the stylish yet homely surroundings of Lancaster Grange Care Home.

We are proud to be making a difference to the lives of residents and their relatives and friends by offering firstclass care and support to the people of Nottinghamshire.

Our surroundings and services are tailored to accommodate people requiring different types of care - from residential and nursing to dedicated dementia care – and providing high quality services in a first-class care setting is something that we are committed to as a team.

Promoting dignity,

outstanding, the staff catered for her every need and more.

We could not have found a better place. I definitely recommend the home’.

independence and choice has meant that we have built up an excellent reputation since opening last year. The great feedback we have received both from families and as part of our first external CQC inspection – has meant that both respite stays and day care have proved popular and have lead to permanent residency in many cases…..

‘The home recently opened and my mother was one of the first guests, spending two weeks in respite care. It is a fantastic place; the care was

Our excellent Dementia care is offered in a unique care environment called a Memory Lane Community. The purposeful design encourages people living with dementia to lead a full and active life and live in small communities.

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for all tastes, our residents are offered the opportunity to meet and make friends whilst discovering both old and new interests together. It has been an extremely busy first year with enquiries and interest running high ever since our first resident joined us last August. We have enjoyed our first full summer programme of events, culminating in our 1st birthday celebrations which included the unveiling of a War Memorial in the grounds that has been designed and produced by students at Newark College to commemorate those who operated out of Balderton Airfield.

Our full diary of events and activities is advertised on our home website at www.barchester.com.

We are also launching the ‘Friends of Lancaster Grange’ volunteering group in October so if you are interested in volunteering then please give us a call for more details –

whether to help with flower arranging or baking or to share your musical talents or read with residents?!

Why not join us for Coffee?

The launch of our monthly coffee mornings on the first Thursday of each month from 10.00am – 12.00pm has proved extremely successful. With varied entertainment the morning offers a chance for you to stop, unwind and make new friends, as well as meet our staff and sample some of our lovely cakes!

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find out more about the person-centred care we provide is to visit us and get a feel for what Lancaster Grange is all about.

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Life Begins Too Many Phish In The Sea ...

by Kate McLelland Looking at my inbox, it’s a wonder that I’m not in serious trouble with a lot of people.

“HM Revenue and Customs” emailed me several months ago and asked me to go through my tax return - attached to the email - and reply immediately. I ignored them. Then I received an email confessing to an “operational error” that meant I had overpaid my tax and was due a refund. I deleted it.

It’s the same with my friends.

They email me in crisis from various exotic holiday locations, but I turn my back on their desperate pleas:

“We were mugged in an alley by a gang of thugs on our way back from shopping. All our money, phones and credit cards were stolen and I’ll be grateful if I can get a loan of £1,750.”

All emails originate from my friends’ actual addresses and are signed with heartbreaking messages such as: “All hopes on you, Joanna”.

But I’m not a heartless millionaire, too rich to care. All these emails have been sent by criminals trying to get my money or steal my identity (or both). The generic term for these attempts at online extortion is “phishing”.

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2. Always visit a bank’s website by typing the bank’s URL into the address bar Phishers try to lure people to link to a fake site (“myonlinebank.co.uk” rather than the correct site “myonlinebank.com”) by asking them to click on a link in an email. It’s safer to type in the bank’s address yourself. .HHS D UHJXODU FKHFN RQ \RXU RQOLQH DFFRXQWV Make sure you check your statements frequently. If you spot any suspicious transactions, report them to the bank immediately. &KHFN WKDW WKH ZHEVLWH \RX DUH YLVLWLQJ LV D VHFXUH RQH You can tell that you are dealing with an encrypted

site if the start of the address “http://“ includes an “s” for “secure”, as in “https://“ and a little lock icon appears on your browser’s status bar. However, you should continue to exercise caution - just because a site uses encryption it doesn’t guarantee that it’s legitimate. %H FDUHIXO ZLWK HPDLOV DQG personal data Don’t give away PINS or passwords or any personal information. Don’t ever write down your passwords or use the same password for multiple accounts. .HHS \RXU FRPSXWHU VHFXUH by setting up a ÀUHZDOO DQG LQVWDOOLQJ DQG updating anti-virus protection software. Don’t be tempted to open suspicious-looking emails.

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Three Easy Ways to Save Money This Winter

Fuel bills are a major worry for all of us in winter. Prices go up but the need to stay warm remains, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just heating the house thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the problem.

Skyrocketing costs of petrol and IRRG GUDLQ \RXU Ă&#x20AC;QDQFHV RQ D weekly basis, but there is a little cheer on the horizon.

Below are three ways to help you make ends meet this winter.

All are easy to implement, they just take a little thought and planning, so make a start now before the bad winter weather strikes.

Reduce energy consumption According to the Energy Saving Trust, savings of around ÂŁ300 a year can be made using cavity wall and loft insulation in an average semi-detached house.

At the time of writing, British Gas offers free or subsidised loft and cavity wall insulation to eligible homeowners on mainland Britain.

Even small measures make a big difference though, the result being a warmer home and reduced bills:

Energy monitors - These monitors let you know how much energy each appliance consumes.

Most people quickly change their habits once they see the spikes in energy usage recorded by the monitor.

Lighting - This is one of the easiest areas in which to reduce consumption. Energy-saving light bulbs, external light sensors, and switching off lights when not in use all help to keep down costs.

Appliances - Freezers work PRUH HIĂ&#x20AC;FLHQWO\ ZKHQ IXOO DV GR ovens. Not only that, but youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll save money buying and cooking food in bulk.

Halve grocery bills A little planning goes a long way when it comes to shopping. Preprepared menus and shopping lists are easy ways to reduce waste as well as save money.

The â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Love Food Hate Wasteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; website has some useful tips in this respect, and offers advice for saving money on food. The main message is buy and cook in bulk. Cooking becomes less of a chore when you can just grab a home-cooked meal out of the freezer several nights a week.

Late Sunday afternoon shopping trips are a revelation, when incredible deals can be found in the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;reducedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; aisle if you time it right. This alone saves a huge amount of money over the course of a year.

Cooking from scratch, making your own bread, home brew and wine all save money, and if results are good you can always give away your goodies as Christmas presents.

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Switch suppliers If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never switched gas and electricity suppliers before, you could be in for a pleasant surprise. The biggest savings of around 5%-10% can be made when you manage your own account online and pay by direct debit.

Suppliers like their customers to pay by direct debit as thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s less likelihood of default. It keeps their credit control costs down, and they earn interest on any overpayments you make during the summer months.

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Handel’s Messiah sung by the Cathedral Choir Following on from the sell-out performance in the autumn of 2012, the boys, girls and men of the Cathedral Choir will once again be singing Handel’s Messiah in the cathedral on Saturday 22nd November 2014.

Handel’s famous oratorio reflects on Jesus Christ as the Messiah, from the Old Testament prophecies to the story of his birth, passion and resurrection, culminating in his glorification and victory over

death. Since its first performance in Dublin in 1742, it has become a firm favourite with British choirs, and contains many popular melodies, in particular the Hallelujah chorus which never fails to bring audiences to their feet. The Cathedral Choir, under the direction of Aric Prentice, will be joined by the Lincoln Chamber Orchestra. The soloists this year will be soprano Kate Semmens, who is particularly

experienced in historic performances of Handel and his contemporaries; London-based alto Joe Bolger; operatic tenor Mark Wilde, who sings regularly with the Cathedral Choir; and bass-baritone Bozidar Smiljanic, a former Lincoln choral scholar.

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NEWS

from the Tourist Information Centre Telephone 01636 655765 E mail: newarktic@nsdc.info www.newark-sherwoodc.gov.uk/tourism

Seasons of mists and mellow fruitfulness…

I think and we can safely say that autumn is well and truly upon us, but October is a great time to get out walking or cycling after the heat of the summer has passed. The leaves are turning to beautiful shades of reds and oranges and there can be some wonderful bright sunny days to enjoy the great outdoors.

There are lots of lovely circular walks in this part of rural Nottinghamshire and some wonderful parks and open spaces to explore too.

You may have already taken your children to the popular play park and Queens Sconce at Sconce Hills in Newark but did you know that the park; set on the banks of the River Devon, is home to a Local Nature Reserve with acres of meadowland, woodland, grassland and an orchard, all open daily for the public to enjoy.

Sherwood Forest is known all over the world, but not so well known and therefore quieter areas of the Forest are Sherwood Pines, Sherwood Heath and Vicar Water Country Park. Rufford Country Park is an ideal place for a day out walking. Set in 150acres of beautiful parkland with lakeside walks, formal gardens and even a children’s maze, it’s a perfect place to enjoy the autumn colour.

If it’s peace and quiet you like from your walk, why not try one of the Nature Reserves in the area. Besthorpe Reserve is a haven for wildlife with a series of viewing screens and a hide to watch the wide variety of bird species. Also, Eakring Meadows and Duke’s Wood Reserves at Eakring are a great place to explore.

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variety of Town Trails which you can follow and find out about local history while you enjoy a gentle stroll.

For more information on all the attractions and trails mentioned and for Ordnance Survey maps and other ideas on where to walk or cycle, call in to Newark Tourist Information Centre. We’re open all year round, seven days a week, 10.00am – 4.00pm. www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/tourism Or follow us on Facebook and Twitter for the latest news.

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Terrific tractors and tremendous fun!

The Newark Vintage Tractor & Heritage Show is now recognised as the foremost vintage tractor show in the country. In its infancy in 2003 there were around 130 exhibits –and this year over 900 are booked!

open to visitors from 9am – 5pm on Saturday 8 November and from 9am – 3.30pm on Sunday 9 November 2014. Advance tick-

Expect to see some truly vintage machines either lovingly restored or, as has always been the case for Newark, machines in true, original condition. Each year the Show features a specific make of tractor and this year the Feature Marquee will house the “Red Giants” that are Massey Ferguson 100 Series alongside the “Blues” of the Ford 1000 Series.

But it’s not just tractors – there’s cars, motorcycles, horticultural displays and stationary engines dating back to 1912 as well as a special display of WW1 vehicles and pre- 1930s engines.

There’s plenty of attractions for all the family to enjoy. Meet the sheep, cattle and pigs that make up the Rare Breed exhibition and see the show calves being judged on Sunday, talk to the Rural craft artists and join in with recruitment activities drill and marching with the WW1 living history camp.

There’s over 200 trade stands, selling everything from tools to work wear, tractor parts and machinery as well as heritage displays, crafts, food and gifts.

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The Newark Vintage Tractor & Heritage Show is held at the Newark Showground and is

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The foremost vintage tractor show in the country Featuring Massey Ferguson 100 Series & Ford 1000 Series 6X range Advance Tickets: £10.00 Gate: £12.00 Children under 17 years: FREE FREE Parking Open: Sat 9am –5pm Sun 9am –3.30pm Tickets and entry details from tractors@newarkshowground.com Tel: 01636 705796 www.newarkvintagetractorshow.com To advertise contact us: 01529 469 526 / 07527 006737

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The Better Life Life Cycle

by Derek Thompson Bradley Wiggins Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not.

When it was time to look into greener modes of transport Anne was already two wheels ahead of me.â&#x20AC;?These would be good,â&#x20AC;? she glanced over from the local paper, which ZRXOG VRRQ Ă&#x20AC;QG LWV ZD\ LQWR the woodburner. I immediately felt a sense of foreboding, as if a new batch of chickens were already winging their way to us. But no, it was something else. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pedelecs,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the way to go.â&#x20AC;? I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see why we needed to cross a boating lake, but I was keen WR Ă&#x20AC;QG RXW ZK\ 3HGHOHFV she swiftly educated me, are electrically assisted bicycles - perfect for those short to medium journeys that do not merit the car, and which might otherwise tire me out. Even better, these were used bikes - i.e. recycled - so they came with doubly green credentials.

Although why someone would want to recycle an eco bike was beyond me.

owners of a pair of barely used Lafree Giant Twists. Aside from the fact that both bikes look identical (although mine doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a wicker basket on the front), the Twists soon became a talking point in the village.

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News from Serendipitys Day Nursery SERENDIPITYS DAY NURSERY prides itself in getting the local community involved, making new friends and welcoming others. Why not join us for some upcoming charity events.

Our sponsored toddle waddle is on Saturday 11th October 10am starting at Coronation Street Park, Balderton. We are raising money for Barnados and everyone is welcome! So why not join us as we take a short walk. The theme is Space so donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to wear your Space costume to add to the fun! All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Or join us on Saturday 27th September 9.30am-11.30am at

Serendipitys day nursery Balderton. We are holding a McMillan coffee morning full of child friendly activities and plenty of cake and coffee for parents. All money raised will go to Macmillan cancer

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The more the merrier, so please bring along a friend.

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TANGFASTIC! Did you think I was talking about the sweets? Well there’s something even more delicious for grown ups (and kids!) in Newark!

Peking Tang has risen above other buffet restaurants, with its delicious food and incredible cocktails. We sampled a delicious concoction made

by Dave the manager, with apple & ginger, (non alcoholic), and that alone was enough to keep me going back for more. Whatever your preference, I’m sure Dave can find a cocktail with or without alcohol to suit you.

The food is nicely presented, but the difference here is in the taste. Each dish was actually seasoned and full of flavour, unlike many of the other wanna be buffet restaurants. The variety of dishes was well thought out to complement each other, and it was the best sweet & sour chicken that I have had in a long long time. What a difference a chef that cares makes!

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The restaurant itself was spacious and there is a separate room for larger parties, I liked the layout of the buffet too as it was easy to get to and didn’t end up with queues at certain points.

Desserts were enticing with a

chocolate fountain and a wide array of fruits and jellies plus cakes and other tempting sweets to sample.

Its really easy to give a restaurant a good review, but I think the proof was in the eating here, as 2 days later I took the whole family back to enjoy a Sunday Buffet, and even my youngest, notoriously difficult to please, enjoyed his meal.

Peking Tang is open for Christmas parties and for regular meals with friends and family, or special occasions. Prices are very reasonable, and service is just right. There’s a lift to get upstairs, so there’s no reason not to take the whole family.

So what are you waiting for – best to book as Peking Tang is only going to get busier.

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And Another Thing

by Tom Hughes I have a blended family. I don’t mean one night I went mad, chopped them all to bits with an axe then heaved their dismembered corpses into a giant Moulinex. What I actually mean is Sarah and I have four kids between us. And no, it’s not Piccadilly Circus in our house, it’s Grand Central Station.

I sit back down in my coat.

Ollie (the dog) sees that I am now wearing my anorak and trots off to retrieve his lead. He drops it at my feet and gives me his, “Well, come on!” look.

We make it to the front porch just as the heavens open. “I’m taking Ollie out, bye!” (slam).

“So…that’s a no?”

“Yes I know, I’ve come in to say I’m going out. Bye.” (slam).

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Amateur. And so another week begins - football, gymnastics, swimming, cinema, proms, cheerleading, sleepovers, horse-riding.

“Dad, will you take me to the cinema?”

“Dad! That’s so unfair! Right!

Fine.”

“Emma, what are we going to see?”

“Three, two, one …(slam!)

Ooh, right on the money.”

“I’m going to watch The Hunger Games.”

Sarah was impressed. “You’ve got that down to a tee.”

“Half way through the movie, will I feel like a Lyons hot dog?”

“Here, do you want a go?”

“A what? Dad you’re not coming, you’re just giving us a lift.”

Right on cue, Evan popped his head round.

“Dad, I’m just going out.”

“But Rob, you’ve just come in.”

I get ready to take Emma to the cinema in my trusty Mondeo Ghia (half leather trim, heated seats). Now, do I have everything? Keys, coat, shoes, glasses….ready. Beep! Beep!

Hang on, who is that outside sounding their horn?

“OK”

“Dad, can I have a lift on Friday?”

“No problem, where to, your girlfriend’s? The cinema?”

“Glasgow.”

“Glasgow?”

“I’ve got tickets to see The Sausage Knotters.”

“I’m not entirely sure the Mondeo is up to it.”

“Fine!”

Sarah delayed her countdown just a touch too long “Three…..two (slam), oh damn!”

Have you ever tried to organise a parent’s lift rota on Facebook? It’d be easier WR VWDUW D SURWHVW ÁDVK PRE outside a G8 summit.

No one tells me who is picking up who. Emma was in the back seat ready to go to Duke of Edinburgh (It was a meeting about his Award, he hadn’t called round to see if she was playing out) and I was just about to set off when a Chelsea tractor with blacked out windows skidded to a halt on the pavement in front of us. A strange creature with Gucci bug eyes and a mouth like a salmon was at the wheel.

I shrugged. The creature shrugged back. Emma looked at me and shrugged. We all shrugged. Then the creature sped off, beeping her horn and pouting rude words at me.

“It’s OK, Rebecca’s Mum’s “Glasgow?” here, she’s taking us now, mix Eyebrows up, chin down, up, bye!” (slam).

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Then, a miracle, a gift from the gods. Rob passed his test.

We were so proud, his Mother was overjoyed. A whole new world opened up. Lifts to the pub, lifts to the game, lifts to the pub; my life was coming back to say hello!

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It was my birthday last week. I came home and everyone was in the front room grinning. I sat down, Rob pushed Olly off my lap and handed me my present. A pair of driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gloves and some furry dice. Everyone fell about.

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Outside, a minibus. We all piled in. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s this - free food and a lift home? Priceless. You see, it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take muchâ&#x20AC;Ś.

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PEUGEOT GETS PERSONAL AS NEW 108 TAKES ON NEWARK New to Pratt and Gelsthorpe Ltd this month, Peugeot’s all-new compact car, the 108, is taking personalisation to a whole new level.

The descendant of the popular 107 has a wide range of customisable options to suit every driver, including eight paint finishes, three interior trim variations and seven stylish themes. These themes, including tattoo, diamond and barcode, give the driver the option to add personality to different 58

sections of the vehicle, such as the wing mirrors, roof, and dashboard.

Available as a 3-door or 5-door hatchback or cabrio, the 108 has a raft of enhancements making the urban runabout exceptionally user-friendly for everyday motoring needs. The car benefits from generous

interior space for up to four occupants and also boasts a carrying capacity of 196 litres, complete with a boot which is 20mm lower than the 107 for easier loading.

Technology is a key factor in the car’s appeal, with a 7” touchscreen, keyless entry and reversing camera, improving the overall driving experience.

The 108 thrives in an urban environment - with a turning

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circle of just 9.6m it’s perfect for tight spaces. The driving position has also been brought forward to allow greater visibility.

Its efficient 3-cylinder engine is available in either 1.0 litre giving 68 bhp, or 1.2 litre resulting in 82 bhp and CO2 emissions begin at 88g/km for the range.

Richard Gelsthorpe managing director at Pratt and Gelsthorpe said: “Customers can choose from over 5,000 personalisation options, giving them the freedom to create their perfect car. It’s a great opportunity for the sales team at Pratt and Gelsthorpe to spend time with our customers helping them to design a car that really fits their personality and suits their everyday motoring needs.”

The 108 is available from £8,245, or from £149 per month on passport personal lease, with two paint colours exclusive to the model: 60

Aïkinite, a golden copper and Purple Berry, an eye-catching shade of violet.

Richard said: “The sophisticated car will offer a high-spec, yet value for money solution, to a new generation

of drivers. With responsive steering and stable braking for a smoother journey, the 108 will be sure to put a smile on every driver’s face, whether tackling town traffic or heading further afield.”

For more information or for details on any of the models in the Peugeot range, please contact Pratt and Gelsthorpe on 01636 673888 or visit the dealership on Baldertongate.

Alternatively, visit: www.newarkpeugeot.co.uk

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