STREET LIGHTING: After a request by a Parish Councillor and several members of the public, street lights will be turned on to all-night use in the village. A recent survey indicated that two thirds of residents wanted all-night lighting. Sometime later in the year County Council will be servicing the existing lights, changing bulbs and adjusting the photo cells ready for the big switch on!
ST BARTHOLOMEW’S CHURCH: At the local church on Sunday 20th July a “Family Service” will take place. Please come along and bring the family! The service starts at 9:30am and everyone is welcome.
SUTTON LEVEL CROSSING: Notice is hereby given that Notts County Council intends to close the Sutton and Barnby Moor Level Crossing on Station Road on Saturday 19th July 2014 from 23:20 hours until Sunday 20th July 2014 at 18:00 hours. The closure is to allow Network Rail to carry out decking renewals. Several temporary crossing closures will take place over the next few week-ends and details will be furnished accordingly.
CRIME PREVENTION EVENT: The crime prevention event organised in conjunction with the local Neighbourhood Watch Association took place Tuesday night 8th July as arranged in Sutton Village Hall at 7:30pm. The local Neighbourhood Watch Association Chairman Harry Hopkins and Secretary David Mowthorpe were on hand to welcome the speaker for the evening Stephen Walsh. Stephen is the current Pre-Crime unit Manager for Nottinghamshire Police and took over the post after serving over thirty years in the force, many of them in the mounted section.
On introduction the speaker gave a talk on crime in general, many of the topics affecting the local area over the years. During the talk he highlighted certain incidents and introduced and demonstrated a number of items to the gathering which could help minimise or reduce crime in general. Some simple but effective items were also on display with the speaker outlining their uses and telling of their success rate when put into practice. Additional information was given by PCSO Aaron Stocks and District Councillor Tracey Taylor who were in attendance on the night.
In all, a very informative and educational talk which culminated in a question and answer session. On completion of the event, the association Secretary gave the customary vote of thanks on behalf of members.
SUTTON GRANGE: On Tuesday 8th July, Sutton Grange Farm held another open day. Fred Walter was on hand to show a group of around twenty people round the place and bring them up to date with all the latest happenings based over the last year.
PARISH COUNCIL MEETING: The Council held their monthly meeting on Wednesday 9th July in the Village Hall at 7:00pm.
Councillor Ron Beare presided and welcomed fellow councillors Martin Rees, Mavis Bradley, David Mowthorpe to the meeting. Apologies were submitted for councillors not in attendance. Clerk to the Council Nigel Johnson was on hand to record events. Several members of the public were present on the night.
In the public participation period members of the public imparted information to the council; Monica Hockenhull, John Gough, and County Councillor Liz Yates updated the council on various matters.
During the evening several matters came under discussion including:
- Projects outstanding in the Parish Plan
- Energy policy consultation on underground drilling access and Igas Liasion group
- Nottinghamshire Minerals local plan
- Planning and Finance were also items under discussion
SUTTON SPOTLIGHT: The June edition of the Sutton Spotlight hit the streets last week thanks once again to our willing band of volunteers. Most residents should have received a copy by now. Any spare copies required for anybody who was unintentionally missed should be available at the Village Hall or the local shop in the village.
This popular news/information sheet is once again well received within the village and has all the current and forthcoming events published within. An ideal document for reference when information is required. Keep yours handy!
MEET THE NEIGHBOURS: Will patrons please note that there was no meeting of the group in July and there is no meeting scheduled for August (as in previous years). The organisers are taking a well deserved rest. They will be back early September (Date to be notified) with a new box of tea bags and some fresh biscuits, when you are invited to join them.
FAMILY FUN DAY: A family fun day has been organised to take place on Sunday 20th July at Sutton Village school from 10:00am to 3:00pm and includes a classic caer show on the village green.
There will also be a charity auction at the Gate inn at 5:30pm, followed by live entertainment and a pub quiz.
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 either:
- Maggie Beare on (01777) 710 589, mags@maggiebeare.co.uk
or
- Joan Reiter on (01777) 702 137, joan.reiter@tiscali.co.uk
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.
DISTRICT COUNCILLOR: Tracey Taylor, District Councillor for Sutton Ward can be contacted at any reasonable time on 01777 816 781 or mobile 07771 629 380.
PARISH COUNCIL: The Parish Council normally meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm in the Village Hall. There is a public participation period and all residents are welcome to attend. For further information please contact the Clerk at clerk@suttoncumlound.net or call the Sutton Central number: 07092 985 871.
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. 8077 364, Mobile: 07824 457 397
VILLAGE 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.
POSTAL SERVICES: The Post office operates in the Village Hall on Tuesdays and Wednesdays of each week.
Opening times are as follows:
- Tuesdays from 11:30am to 2:00pm
- Wednesdays from: 9:00am to 12:00am
The local office can supply residents with: Pensions, Foreign Currency, Travel Insurance, Car insurance, investments and Savings.