My contribution – I did an hour of Litterpicking today –
for the Big Help Out, promoted by King Charles.
This evening there is a Music Event at St Andrews Church, those invited by ticket celebrating those who ‘Volunteer’ here in our town.
I gave my ticket back to someone who also deserves to be recognised.
The event in Coates, which organisers from WTC had put a great deal of effort into, was rained off – we can not control the weather.
Todays event at The Manor Field turned out much better with an estimated 300/400 people – another good family event.
I’ve been in/around The Manor today Litterpicking with Michael – at around 19:30 he found an Iphone. It will be handed into WTC Offices. Contact the Town Clerk.
You may be aware that last year, I put together a project for the Queens Platinum Jubilee – ‘The QEII Platinum Wood’ – some 55 generous sponsors and WTC purchased 105 Tree’s which Cllr Eamonn Dorling and Street Priders planted last December.
I am pleased to inform that most of the tree’s have taken well, and Eamonn and myself are regularly in the area.
There will be installed an ‘Interpretation Board’ + A Cycle Rack + A King Charles III Coronation Bench, in the near furture.
We hope to make the area (field at the end of Yarwells Headlands) a place to walk and enjoy the open views and of course the ‘Trees’ – it is disabled accessible.
I am very humbled to have been elected as an Independent District Councillor for Fenland District Council. Consolation to the other two candidates and I thank them for putting themselves forward.
Like the ‘oscar’s – Thanks to my ‘team’ who helped and supported my campaign.
I’d like to think that my track record as a Town Parish Councillor has helped – who knows…
I will work with Cllr Kay Mayor who I hold in great esteem and I respect her for what she has achieved as a Councillor in the past.
I am here for everyone, those who did not vote for me – the 70% who did not vote at all.
The full results for both District and Parish Town can be found on FDC’s Website.
https://www.fenland.gov.uk/ElectionResults2023
Time for a short rest to enjoy the sunshine and shower over this Coronation Weekend.
Follow this Link For District Council Results
Follow this Link For Town & Parish Results
Results are expected from around mid-day onwards.
Local Social Precriber Charlie Chittenden –
At Jenner Health Centre Whittlesey
Won the award :-
Social Prescribing Link Worker of the Year
which recognises an inspirational Social Prescribing Link Worker, representing excellence in Social Prescribing Link Worker professional practice, and has been in the post for a minimum of 1 year.
This person is a transformer who has gone beyond day-to-day expectations to overcome significant challenges to achieve success in transforming Healthcare for All and can evidence the impact of their work.
Well deserved – Charlie.
You may have seen, or be aware of, a large police presence in Whittlesey today.
We carried out warrants at two houses in Pinewood Avenue at about 10am where large amounts of cannabis were seized from both addresses, as well as cash from one.
Searches of the properties have been ongoing throughout the day.
Two men aged 34 and 53 and a 33-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of cannabis.
All remain in custody at Thorpe Wood Police Station in Peterborough.
If you’ve got information or concerns about drugs, you can report via the dedicated drugs information page on our website.
Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen an increase in keyless car thefts, particularly targeting high-value vehicles such as BMWs and Mercedes.
Thieves are using a relay box to pick up the signal of car keys that are inside people’s homes and then replicating that signal to steal the car.
Unfortunately, this has resulted in the theft of £500,000 worth of cars in our county alone.
Do you own a keyless car? Here are some steps you can take to help reduce the risk of being targeted.
👉 Keep your car keys away from the front of your property.
👉 For just a few pounds you can purchase a Faraday pouch to store your keys in – this will prevent thieves picking up the signal from your car keys.
For more on how to keep your vehicle safe visit https://bit.ly/41VXQ8k.
