NEWBURGH NEWS. February 2008.
Dear Resident,
In this first Newsletter of 2008, I am delighted to be able to celebrate with you the end of the threat to the Post Office. Irene heard recently that Newburgh is not to be on the list for closure. Please take time to read the insert to find out what you can do to continue support of the business.
Unfortunately, I also have to highlight that dog faeces has again become a problem – we feature details of how you can help. This is a community problem and we need to act together to tackle it.
Finally, back to some good news. Following repeated and prolonged difficulties with the SPID (speed indicator device), I can now confirm that everything is on track for it to start operating very soon.
Kind regards,
Jacky Citarella.
Chair.
Parish Council Meetings.
Residents are always welcome to come to our Meetings to see what discussions are taking place.
Meetings are held in the School, Back Lane at 7.30pm on these dates: 27th February.
26th March
23rd April.
Agendas and Minutes.
The Agenda for each Meeting is placed in the Notice board near the Post Office. The Minutes are held in the Post Office for your inspection.
Both documents can be inspected on the Newburgh website.
Dog Faeces.
Concern has again been expressed about dog faeces in the village, particularly on Back Lane and the Sports Field. This problem is serious with obvious dangers to children.
Will dog owners please use the dog waste bins located around the village –“poo bags” can be obtained free of charge from the Post Office.
Offending dog owners will be duly reported and prosecution may follow. If residents see an offence being committed they should contact the Dog Control Team on 01695 585254 with details.
Message from PC Steve Hackney.
If you have an issue you wish to discuss with the Police, take the opportunity to visit the PACT surgery at Newburgh tea-room, Course Lane on the following dates: -
4th March 1200 to 1400hrs.
3rd April 1200 to 1400hrs.
6th May 1200 to 1400hrs.
Operation Christmas Child.
A big thank-you to everyone who donated Christmas boxes for distribution to disadvantaged children around the world. Together with the enthusiastic support of Newburgh school children and lots of publicity through Newburgh tea-room, the village contributed a total of 120 boxes (70 of them through the school).
Mike’s Handyman Services.
Mike is available for painting, tiling, fencing, plumbing and general home improvement work. Contact him on 01257 463696 or 07778 524247
Newburgh School Ofsted.
The opening paragraph of the report reads: -
“This is a good school where pupils achieve well and develop into mature well mannered citizens who clearly really enjoy learning and are exceptionally well prepared for the future.The outstanding care,guidance and support the school provides, enable all pupils to be fully included in all activities and make good progress. Parents relate how much their children enjoy school and this is confirmed by their excellent attendance. Pupils themselves say they are very happy coming to school because of the friendly staff, interesting activities and the opportunities to work and play with children from different classes. They also appreciate the recent and ongoing refurbishment.”
Well done, Newburgh School!
Traffic speed.
The deployment of the traffic speed indicator device (SPID), originally expected to be undertaken by the Police, is now likely to be managed by a private contractor. It is hoped that a contract will be concluded shortly.
Meantime, a SPID owned by the Police is occasionally being put up in the village.
Play Area.
After a further lengthy process to establish the ownership of the land situated between the School and the Vicarage, progress is now being made towards the preparation of a lease for the new Play Area.
Newburgh website.
Figures for website usage last year show that the most popular page was What’s On, with more than 1300 hits. So, if you have an event in 2008 for which you are seeking some free publicity, click Contact us on the website www.newburghlancs.co.uk
and send an email with the details (date, time, event, place) or contact Chris Moore on 01257 463471.
Other popular pages were those on clubs and societies, businesses, schools, churches, Parish Council, footpaths and annual events – all with between 700 and 1200 hits.
Newburgh Fair.
We are pleased to have made donations to Newburgh Sports Club, Newburgh School and the Girl Guides from the Fair held in 2007.
Planning is going well for 2008 with a theme of “Hollywood Films”. There is going to be a Big Band Night on 4th June run by Douglas Lions. On the 6th June there will be a Talent Show and then the Fair itself will be held on Saturday, 7th June with the Ball in the evening. Songs of Praise will be held on Sunday afternoon, 8th June.
Further information from Hazel Flight on 01257 463239.
Newburgh Antiques.
A reminder that we will buy gold coins, jewellery and silver in any condition. Spring is on the way, so if you are having a clear out or moving house, check to see whether any items you don’t want may be worth selling. Any size or amount of objects will be considered.
For details contact 01257 462448 or
07894 584350.
Christ Church, Newburgh.
Until a new Vicar is appointed, if you need to contact a member of the clergy or the churchwarden, please do not hesitate to get in touch with one of the following: -
Rev David Burrows 01257 462948
Rev Christine Draper 01704 893081
Rev John Sephton 01695 576774
Churchwarden,
Mrs Pam Samson 01257 464190
A warm welcome to all who would like to join us in our Services also those new to the village or visiting us.
There are a great bunch of children and young folk who come to our young peoples’ groups. They meet most Sundays at the 10.30am Service then go down to the School for their own sessions. J.A.M. (Jesus and Me), Pathfinders and Trail Blazers cater for tots to teens.
Our young mums C.H.A.T. group meet at 9.15am on Thursdays during term time in the Church vestry, why not drop in after you have taken the children to School?
The Mothers’ Union meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 2.30pm in Church. They have various speakers, a cuppa and a chat.
Our normal Services are: -
9am Holy Communion, every Sunday
10.30am
Morning Prayer 1st & 3rd Sundays.
10.30am
Holy Communion 2nd & 5th Sundays.
10.30am
Family Service 4th Sunday.
Church Events Diary.
March.
2nd 10.30am in Church.
Mothering Sunday
7th 2pm in Church.
Women’s World Day of Prayer.
Inter-denomination Service.
March.
10th The Croft, Back Lane.
Coffee morning in support of the
Church Mission Society.
21st 10.30am in Church.
Good Friday Service.
23rd 9am and 10.30am in Church.
Easter Sunday Service. Come
to celebrate the Risen Lord.
April.
25th Concert in School Hall.
Music for a Spring Evening.
May.
1st 7.30pm St. James’,Westhead.
Joint Ascension Day Service.
17th The Croft, Back Lane.
Brunch morning.
Advance information.
Christ Church Flower Festival Exhibition will be held from July 24th to July 27th.
Newburgh Sports Club.
Newburgh Cricket with two Saturday and a Sunday team are eagerly awaiting the coming season and are looking for local players to strengthen their playing squad. Offering good facilities and competitive local league cricket, the Club are running Indoor Nets most Sunday afternoons to the end of March at Glenburn School, Skelmersdale. More information from Ken Pridmore on 01257 463982.
Juniors are also welcome. Would any budding junior cricketers, boys or girls in the 9 to 15yr age group, like to try the game? There are separate Indoor Coaching and Practise Nets for Juniors, again at Glenburn School
Notice of an Event.
15th March. 80’s Night.
£5 entry including buffet and disco. Contact the Club for details: -
Belarus Aid.
Invitation from Belarus Aid to a Lancashire Night at the Stanley Institute, Burscough on Saturday, 23rd February 2008. Songs, stories, dancing and dialect from local performers plus Hot Pot Supper.
Tickets £7.50 from Maggie Huyton on 464215 or Sue Halton on 463703.
Douglas Music.
The following Concerts start at 7.45pm at Parbold Village Hall: -
23rd February.
The Hot Jazz Ensemble.
8th & 9th March – Piano weekend.
Gala Concerts, Peter Donohoe and Elaine Burns.
Pre-concert talks prior to the Gala Concerts free to ticket holders.
Box Office 01257 421526 or 462382.
Parbold, Newburgh and District
Garden Society.
Visitors are welcome to come along and share knowledge with local gardeners.
See Notice Boards for details of speakers and future meetings.
Next meeting; -
19th March.
AGM & Japanese Zen Rock Gardens
Meetings are in Parbold W.I. Hall at 8pm. For further information contact Tom Forster on 462647.
Newburgh Morris.
Would you like to join Newburgh Morris? If you are female and want to dance then this is for you.
We practise on Tuesdays at Hilldale Village Hall. For further details ring Barbara on 01695 723100 or Rebecca on 01257 463942.
Newburgh Women’s Institute.
We are a friendly group of women who enjoy monthly meetings with speakers. Meetings are held in Newburgh School at 7.30pm.
Future meetings: -
17th March.
Trans Siberian Adventure – Mr Quirk
31st March.
Group Meeting – Living with seven women – Graham Walton.
21st April.
Birthday Party – Ron Hutchinson.
Further information about our W.I. from Patsy Hey on 01257 463171.
Late News.
At the Parish Council Meeting held on 23rd January 2008, the spending plans for the new fiscal year were discussed.
Following this, it was agreed to set a precept for 2008/09 at a level of £9786, which is an increase of 0.5% compared with last year.
A large print version of this Newsletter can be made available on request.
Parish Council Contacts.
Jacky Citarella. 01257 463621
Reg Porter. 01257 462463
Clare Gillard. 01257 464533
Chris Moore. 01257 463471
Elaine Pratt. 07771 767062
Rebecca Richardson 01257 463942
Alex Sunderland. 01704 893116
Maureen Turner. 01257 462970
Published by Mr B. Howard, Clerk, Newburgh Parish Council.
Tel: 01257 462423.
newburghpc@btopenworld.com