Cllr Roy Gerstner – Community Activist

North Bank road alongside River Nene.

I have made many comments about the vandalism we suffer here in Whittlesey be it setting fire to new picnic-benches, vandalising the Station Road Rec Ground – Garden of Rest + many other area’s
Today saw the re-installation of one of the picnic benches, some parts retrieved from the Bower River and others from parts recovered from the vandalised benches.

A BIG Thank You Again.

Article below – Street Pride News Website…Click Here

Today / this morning saw the return of the bench that was vandalized at the Manor field next to the skateboard board area. Renovated and this time with more bolts sunk into the concrete to secure it hopefully for many years. Thanks to Dick, Luke Peter and Alan Hobbs who orchestrated the return and installation, well done to all that participated.

The next litter pick will be on February 8th at Crossway Hand / Stonald Road -10am –  meeting at this junction – see you there.

First published on 10 October. Last updated 31 January.

Update 31 January:

Work is continuing at Benwick Road, Whittlesey, with the road set to re-open in early March 2025. This is slightly later than planned due to challenging ground conditions during construction. These works require a full road closure to allow for the road to be reconstructed and resurfaced. A signed diversion route is in place with access maintained for residents and businesses throughout the works.

The emergency lane closure on Ralph Butcher Causeway, due to cracking in the road, remains in place. The investigative work, including all the tests, have been completed. Jones Bros are considering a number of design options to finalise the preferred option for the required remedial work.

We plan to start work on site in May, subject to the necessary approvals, and it is anticipated the remedial work would be completed in September. We will be able to share more details on the programme once we have the full details from our contractor, Jones Bros. We’d like to reassure people, whichever option is chosen, it is currently anticipated that the work can be carried out and completed under a lane closure. A full road closure will not be required. We apologise for the inconvenience.

Two men have been arrested in connection with violent disorder and hare coursing following the disorder and criminality that occurred across Cambridgeshire on Saturday. 

In addition to the arrests a significant amount of property including four vehicles and hare coursing equipment was seized.

Chief Constable Nick Dean said: “I do not underestimate the impact Saturday’s events had on our communities and the devastation it has left behind. Earlier this week I committed to launching an investigation and bringing to justice those responsible’. 

“We have a dedicated investigation team who have been working tirelessly reviewing the many pieces of information that have been coming into us since the weekend and have led to these arrests.

“Our work is ongoing to identify those responsible, however I hope today’s action provides some reassurance that we are fully investigating the criminality suffered by our communities last weekend.

“We have dedicated patrols in place this weekend and would encourage anyone concerned about further disorder to contact us.”

You can read more about the arrests on our website.

Video footage of the arrests can be viewed on our YouTube channel.

Anyone with any information and footage that could assist in identifying those involved is asked to email OpCalluna@cambs.police.uk or contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, by calling 0800 555111 or online.

Kind Regards,

Superintendent Ben Martin

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
 Flood Warning has been issued by the Environment Agency.

Flood Warning in force: North Bank Road alongside the River Nene, east of Peterborough and west of Dog-in-a-Doublet Sluice.

Flooding is expected for: North Bank Road alongside the River Nene to the east of Peterborough and the West of the Dog-in-a-Doublet Sluice.   

Immediate action required.
Heavy rain has fallen over the past few days which is causing the river levels to rise on the River Nene. During periods of high tide the River Nene will be unable to discharge into the sea, resulting in tide lock conditions. This is likely to lead to localised flooding of the North Bank Road, between Peterborough and Rings End. Whilst this Flood Warning is in force, the Local Authority will close North Bank Road. Diversionary routes will be put in place and further updates will be available through local media. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated by 17:00 on 30/01/2025, or before, if the situation changes.

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Whittlesey Community Movie Event    Queen St Church – Sunday 2^nd Feb.

Doors open 1.30 for a 2pm start.

“The End We Start From”
Drama / Thriller – cert 15

Stars Jodie Comer & Joel Fry

A woman tries to find her way home with her newborn while an environmental crisis submerges London in floodwaters.

No admission charges are made for these regular winter events with refreshments served during an interval.

Donations are much appreciated to offset operating expenses.
Card transactions now available if preferred.

If you value “cinema” events in your Town and would like them to continue, please try to come along. 

Your smiling faces when attending encourage us to continue!
We really value your support!

(Pictures taken last year)