NEIGHBOURHOOD ALERT: Police are asking computer users in Nottinghamshire to be on their guard after a number of suspected internet frauds have been reported to the force. Nottinghamshire Police have received a number of calls in relation to malicious software scams circulating the internet purporting to be from law enforcement agencies such as the Metropolitan Police, Cheshire Police and Strathclyde Police.
This malicious software locks computer screens and displays a message stating that the individual’s computer has been locked by Police, and that they need to call a given number or pay a fine for viewing inappropriate or illegal content online to unlock their computer. Please be aware that there are several variations of this scam and other similar scams currently in circulation. Various police forces across the UK have informed the public that this is an internet scam and has nothing to do with them.
The Police would never ask the public for money under such circumstances and urge anyone who receives the pop-up to not to follow the payment instructions or call the number given. The public should not pay any money or divulge personal details. Removal of the virus needs to be done with care. If you do not have specialised knowledge in this area, you are advised to seek professional advice in unlocking the computer and removing any associated virus. Officers from the MET Police Central e-Crime Unit (PCeU) are working with international law enforcement agencies to investigate this offence. As well as this malware scam there are other similar scams purporting to be from Microsoft and other computer organisations. We would advise anyone who has been deceived by such a message and parted with any money to report the incident to Police by calling 101.
SURFACE DRESSING: On completion of the surface dressing applied to Station Road in the village about two weeks ago, white lining has now taken place. A temporary 10mph is still in force on the street and drivers are requested to proceed with caution as some loose chippings remain and can cause accidental damage if propelled by vehicles travelling at excessive speeds.
ST.BARTHOLOMEW’S CHURCH: At the local church on Sunday 23rd June, “Songs of Praise” will take place. 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: The local Beat Team for the BERL beat ( Bassetlaw East Ranskill / Lound) are as follows:
PC 3258 Jason Fellows Tel: 101 ext. 8077 364, Mobile: 07525 226 893
PCSO 4778 Aaron Stocks Tel: 101 ext. 8077364, Mobile: 07824 457 397
MEET THE NEIGHBOURS: The Neighbours group met in the Village Hall on Tuesday 11th June as scheduled with a lesser number than usual in attendance, many of the regulars being on holiday. Those who did attend were in for a treat on the day as the organisers had arranged a strawberry and cream tea on their behalf. The usual information was given out and the raffle took place bringing an excellent afternoon to a close. Will patrons please note that there is no meeting of the group planned for July or August and the date for the September meeting will be advertised in due course.
COUNCILLOR: Tracey Taylor, District Councillor for Sutton Ward can be contacted at any reasonable time on 01777 816 781 or mobile 07771 629 380.
SUTTON APRIL CLUB: The Sutton club will meet in the Village Hall on Friday 14June at the usual time of 2:00pm. Members old and new always welcome.
GARDENING CLUB: The Wine & Cheese evening for members held on Tuesday 11th June at Mire Lane was a great success – The weather was pretty good after all the threatening cloud and 25 people were in attendance – wine glasses were at a premium – but there was wine and cheese left over at the end of the evening. Congratulations to mine hosts David and Siew Mowthorpe for organising such an important event in the village.
SUTTON ART GROUP: The group meet every Friday morning in the Village Hall and will continue throughout the season. Further details of the group and their activities are available from Joan Reiter on 01777 702 137 or Margaret Beare on 01777 704 836.
VILLAGE HALL COMMITTEE: The Village Hall Committee will meet on Wednesday 26th June in the Village Hall at 7:30pm.
PARISH COUNCIL: The Council met as usual on Wednesday 12th June in the Village Hall at 7:00pm with Councillor Angela Close in the chair. Five Councillors and the clerk were also present. Two apologies for absence were received on the night and a group of residents were present at the meeting. District Councillor Tracey Taylor was in attendance.
Various items were discussed during the evening both to the satisfaction of the Councillors and members of the public.
COUNTY COUNCILLOR: If you have any issues or concerns then your County Councillor Mrs Liz Yates can be contacted at any reasonable time on 01777 860 219.
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH: The next meeting of the local Neighbourhood Watch Committee will take place on Tuesday 25th June at the usual time of 2:30pm.
HALL BOOKINGS: Enquiries with regard to the booking of the village hall should be made by contacting 07092 985 831. Anyone making enquiries please note that the number is not manned on a permanent basis, but calls are re routed to one of three points for their attention and will be dealt with as soon as possible. Please be patient and your enquiry will be dealt with. Thanks for your cooperation.
The Village Hall web site is available at www.suttonvillagehall.net or email: bookings@suttonvillagehall.net.
WHEELIE BINS: Residents are reminded that Blue bins should be put out for collection late on Monday night 24th June or early Tuesday morning.