NOISE NUISANCE: Various complaints have been received both at Parish Council and District Council level with regard to the Noise Nuisance thought to be due to the use of a type of bird scaring device. Property owners in several parts of the village have been subjected to this ongoing noise since November, which many think is at unacceptable levels and is heard throughout the day and night.
The complaints received have been passed to the environmental health department for their perusal and the local PCSO Catherine Phillips has investigated the situation and reported her findings to the agency responsible.
Those people who have already complained about the situation should by now have received diary forms which they need to complete and return to Bassetlaw District Council as soon as possible to allow the case to progress.
If you do not return your diary forms then you may find the complaint closed.
Other people who wish to complain about the situation and haven’t already done so should contact BDC Environmental Health. You can do this online at: www.bassetlaw.gov.uk/environment/environmental_health_services/noise_complaint_service_form.aspx
VILLAGE HALL UPDATE: Work continues at the Village Hall, with soffitts and facia boards now fitted, and all weathered or perished brickwork has been removed and replaced.
Work has started internally with the fitting of tie-bars and roof cavity supports where needed. A general clean up around the perimeter of the hall has also taken place.
Further updates will follow as progress is made.
ST. BARTHOLOMEWS CHURCH: At the local church on Sunday 22nd, ”Songs of Praise” will be held. The service commences at 9:30am and everyone is welcome.
POSTAL SERVICES: The Post Office in the Village Hall will be available as usual on two occasions each week. On Mondays: 9:30am – 1:30pm and on Thursdays 9:00am – 1:00pm. The local office can supply residents with: Pensions, Foreign Currency, Travel Insurance, Car Insurance, Investments and Savings.
POLICE: Local Beat manager for the area PC Steve Bolstridge can be contacted on Mobile: 07525 226 886 for information and advice. Alternative Police contact can be made on: 101 the new number now in use for non-emergency calls. More urgent needs may require a 999 call.
ZUMBA FITNESS: New classes commenced as scheduled on Monday 16th January in the Village Hall at the regular time of 7:00pm. Not only new classes but a new instructor in the shape of Kelly, a fully qualified personal trainer and fitness instructor who takes over from Sue, the previous incumbent.
Over 16’s only and £4.00 per class will get you back in trim after the Christmas recess. Come along and discover new routines and a revamped programme held every Monday night from 7:00pm till 8:00pm under the watchful eye of an instructor.
Full details and booking details contact: Kelly J Fitness at 07514 098 043.
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH: The local association will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday 31st January 2012, at the usual time of 2:30pm.
The following information has been released this week:
- Late on Sunday night 15th January and the early hours of Monday morning 16th January a property on Town Street Sutton cum Lound was broken into, when a lap-top computer and a flat screen TV was taken. Police are investigating.
PARISH COUNCIL: Meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month and discuss issues regarding the village. Residents are not only welcome but also actively encouraged to participate. Further details from the Clerk.
WOMEN’S INSTITUTE: Members of the Sutton and Barnby Moor WI met on Wednesday 18th January at 7:15pm at Barnby Moor Village Hall. The usual venue at Sutton Village Hall was unavailable due to internal alterations taking place. This change applied for the January meeting only and things will revert back to normal for the meeting in February. A full report on the January meeting will follow in due course.
VILLAGE HALL BOOKINGS: Enquiries with regard to the booking of the village hall should be made by contacting 07092 985 831 or by visiting: www.suttonvillagehall.net or email bookings@suttonvillagehall.net.
IDLE VALLEY SOCIETY: An unforeseen change has had to be made to the society’s programme. Full details available from Secretary Margaret Stacey on 01777 818 478.
SUTTON ART GROUP: The group will meet as usual on Friday mornings and will continue throughout the season. Further detail available from Joan Reiter on 01777 702 137 or Margaret Beare on 01777 704 836.
PARISH PLAN: The Parish Plan Steering Group are looking for volunteers to help, organise the village celebrations planned for the Queens Diamond Jubilee over the period 2nd -5th June 2012. If you can help please feel free to contact us on: 07092 985 871 or email parishplansecretary@suttoncumlound.net.
BEAT SURGERY: Due to circumstances beyond her control the PCSO for the area 4735 Catherine Phillips was unable to hold her Beat Surgery on Monday 16th in the Village Hall. Apologies to anyone who called in to see the officer.
The date will be re–scheduled but residents are reminded that the PCSO can be contacted direct on mobile number: 07525 409 789.
DOG FOULING: The subject of dog fouling is once again causing concern in the village, especially with responsible dog owners who clean up after their pets without hesitation. The irresponsible few who seem to think they are above the law are causing embarrassment to the genuine pet lovers, who are feeling guilty when they come across ever-increasing loads of dog muck throughout the village.
Why should villagers at large and responsible dog owners be subjected to these conditions due to the selfish actions of a few who disregard the law and the feelings and well-being of the majority?
Pet owners who care, are joining together in an effort to identify the culprits (the owners – not the dogs) and report their findings to the local authority with a view to prosecution.
Since 1st September 2002 all public land (i.e. pavements, grass verges, parks and open spaces) is covered by the Dogs (Fouling of land) Act 1966. An offence is committed under the Act if a person in charge of a dog fails to clean up after the animal has fouled in public open land, including the public highway.
The offence carries a maximum fine of £1,000. Fixed penalty notices carry an on-the-spot fine of £50, which the offender can pay within 14 days or have the case heard at the Magistrates Courts.
To help alleviate the problem the Parish Council have made available a limited supply of doggy bags for use by conscientious dog owners and others if needed.
These are available from the Parish Clerk: Nigel Johnson: clerk@suttoncumlound.net, or (01777) 948 320.
MEET THE NEIGHBOURS: Would patrons please note that, due to ongoing internal alterations at the Village Hall, the next meeting of the Neighbours group will take place on Tuesday 14th February.
QUIZ NIGHT: Another quiz night at the Gate Inn on Sunday 15th was once again a closely fought contest with various teams from in and around the area taking part. Resident quizmaster John Jones was back in the chair, fully recovered after a bout of flu-type illness and giving no quarter. The evening ended in a tie-break situation, with Pat & co. competing with the Johnson’s for the coveted winners spot.
The winners on the night were declared as the Johnson’s , who on this occasion decide to opt for the mystery prize on offer. Congratulations!
Another quiz is scheduled for next Sunday at the Gate starting at 9:00pm.
SUTTON PARISH COUNCIL: Contact Sutton Parish Council via the Parish Clerk:
Nigel Johnson: clerk@suttoncumlound.net, or (01777) 948 320.
WHEELIE BINS: Residents are reminded that blue bins should be put out for collection late on Monday night (23rd) or early Tuesday morning.