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Jubilee Planter
New Acle sweet shop
Acle school pupils make good!
Norfolk CC Scams Update
What's on
Youth Recreational facilities up-date
Acle High School wind turbine - update 20/4/12.
The Olympic Torch.
Jubilee Day.
Do you want to know more about special
educational needs?
Jubilee
Planter
A recent addition on the village
green is a Jubilee planter which has been designed and made by the pupils at
Acle High School, who also installed it and planted the flowers.
Acle has a new traditional style sweet shop, overlooking the green. ‘Candy Corner’ is a traditional sweet shop stocking lots of the old fashioned sweets and also some more up to date ones, from Army & Navy’s to Jelly fried Eggs, there is something for everyone no matter what your age! ‘Candy Corner’ also sells locally produced ice-cream, slush puppies & has a line of gifts & gift bags for all occasions. They also offer Candy Bar Buffet hire, wedding favours, children’s readymade party bags to order & personalised sweet wrappers.
Candy Corner is owned and run by Yvette Shreeve and her family. Yvette has lived in Acle for over 25 years having attended Acle High School until 1986 & then marrying and settling in Acle. Her husband and two children will be helping her in the shop and all offer a friendly, warm welcome. If you wish to contact Candy Corner their number is 07827344426 you can also find them on Facebook – Candy Corner Acle.
Tan Time iPhone App
Two brothers, Andrew and Matthew Stone, who grew up in Lingwood and went to Acle High School, have developed an iPhone app which will be really great when you're away on holiday, or around here once the summer arrives. Called Tan Time the app helps people stay safe in the sun by reminding them to apply sun cream.
The app detects a user's
location, and finds out the local time, UV level and weather
report. It then reminds users when to apply or reapply sun
cream.
The app will cost just 69p at Apple iTunes store and a percentage of each sale will go to Cancer Research UK.
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Norfolk County Council Consumer scam alerts 15th May 2012
Norfolk families are losing £50m a year to fraudsters tricking them through computer, telephone and postal scams. The frauds, known as mass marketing scams, bombard homes with letters, phone calls and emails promising huge prize winnings, or offering work, weight loss and cures for diseases. (EDP 12/5/12).
Acai Berry Slimming Pills – 15 May 2012
Norfolk Trading Standards are warning people to beware when accepting a ‘trial offer’ for slimming pills. The offer is usually a ‘pop up’ message that appears whilst people are browsing social networking sites. The offer claims to be a risk free trial of acai berries, which supposedly aid rapid weight loss. When customers respond to the "Free Trial Offer" they give card details believing that there is only a small charge to cover postage and packaging. However, if the customer fails to cancel the “Free Trial Offer” they are deemed to have agreed to an ongoing supply of the product, at a cost of around £70 to £80 each month. Not only is the money lost, there is also the potential risk of taking pills where there is no guarantee that they comply with any medicinal or safety legislation. Trading Standards would advise to seek professional advice before buying or using such products.
For more information contact Citizens Advice consumer helpline via their online reporting form or telephone 08454 04 05 06
Scams and caring for others – 14 May 2012
Scams are often targeted specifically at vulnerable or disadvantaged consumers. The elderly are often hit hardest as they can be over trusting or suffering from illnesses such as dementia. Many lose their life savings, get into debt or develop health problems. If you care for an elderly or vulnerable person, look out for warning signs: are they receiving a lot of junk mail or phone calls from strangers, or have they become secretive when discussing finances?
If you want more information visit the Think Jessica website at www.thinkjessica.com
What's On in May?
Rotary Club of Great Yarmouth Charity Spring Walk - Sunday 16th May
This year's walk, which
is in aid of various charities, will be around Acle, with a
choice of three walks - 5 miles, 7 miles, or 10 miles. The
Club has agreed that Waveney Sailability will be included in
the list of favoured charities.
For full details and an application form phone 01493 843665
Herondale Quiz night 18th May @ 7.30pm – the cost is £5
per person including hot food, bring your own drinks (no
licensed bar) – maximum of 6 people per team - all welcome
– phone 01493 750716 to book a table.
The week-end of 19th 20th May is Acle Regatta at
Acle Bridge.
The first race on Saturday is at 3.00pm and the first on
Sunday is 10.00am. There will be a beer tent and barbecue.
Prize Bingo on
26th May in
aid of Acle High School Project Kenya at the Rec Centre.
Doors open 7.00. Eyes down 7.30pm
Broads Outdoors Festival May 5th to 20th
Two weeks of non-stop fun will be taking place in May with over 100 events to try during the second Broads Outdoors Festival. The big Broads event, which is twice as long as last year, will be held from May 5th to 20th to provide plenty of opportunity for people to get a taste of all that the Broads has to offer.
The celebrated naturalist and award-winning author Richard Mabey will launch the festival at Whitlingham Country Park on Saturday 5th May at 11 am with the simple message…”get outdoors.”
The day will buzz with activities for everyone, from racing wherries on foot, water sports taster sessions, a low ropes course, to guided walks, live music, arts and crafts, local produce and other stalls. Two days before the festival a promotional display will be held in Millennium Plain, outside the Forum in the city centre, to tempt people to come along.
You can combine canoeing, bushcraft and archery all in one day at Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden and go geocaching. If you can get up at the crack of dawn to join dawn chorus walks at Strumpshaw and Surlingham you will be rewarded by a hearty breakfast!
For the 7th year running you can Go Wild at Barton! A fun packed day of walks, talks, boat trips, craft, story telling and much more is being held on May 13th. It’s all happening at Barton Turf Adventure Centre from 11am- 4pm –and most of it is free!
There is a rare opportunity to explore several Broads windmills throughout the festival. On National Mills Weekend, May 12th and 13th, Hardley Mill and Polkey’s Mill on the River Yare, Stubb Mill at Hickling, Morse’s Wind Engine Park, at Repps with Bastwick, and Thurne Windpump will be offering guided tours. The sails of Hardley, Polkey’s and Thurne Mills will be turning if the weather is suitable.
Several trips combine travel by train, boat, and on foot. On May 13th there is a unique opportunity to learn about the marshes and mills of the Yare Valley with the Broads Authority’s Education Officer. You will catch the train from Reedham to Berney Arms and walk the five miles back to Reedham along the river bank, stopping off for a tour of the restored wind, steam and diesel pumps in the Land of the Windmills on the way.
Or you can choose a Broads Discovery Day which combines a train journey from Norwich to Salhouse, a walk to Salhouse Broad, a boat trip to Hoveton Great Broad National Nature Reserve, returning by canoe to Hoveton Station and a train back to Norwich.
There is also a Huff and Puff trail which involves walking or cycling alongside the Bure Valley Railway and catching the train back.
And, as a grand finale, the Green Boat and Tourism Show will take place at Salhouse Broad on the last Sunday - 20th May, instead of its usual date in September. Here there will be the opportunity to try out all kinds of environmentally friendly craft from sailing boats and canoes, to electric launches and pedal boats.
All these activities and other ways to enjoy the Broads can be found on www.outdoorsfestival.co.uk
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Skate park plans move forward
Plans for a skate park in Acle have moved a
step closer after project leaders confirmed important
funding had been secured.
It follows proposals to create a BMX/skate park at the Acle
Recreation Centre in a bid to improve youth facilities in
the area.
Acle Parish Council has secured £15,000 in funding, however further cash is needed before the park can be developed to its full potential, as Police Community Support Officer Gary Philo explained.
“We’ve had good success in securing funding so far but to implement a BMX park, which will provide a sufficient recreational facility, there is still some way to go. It is estimated that the project would cost in the region of £90,000 and we would be interested in hearing from any individuals or businesses interested in sponsoring the project.”
Plans for the facility, supported by the local safer neighbourhood team, have been spearheaded by Acle district councillor Lana Hempsall and project leaders will be applying for suitable grants to secure additional funding.
She said: “I'm delighted to have so much support for this community project to improve facilities for young people in Acle. The skate park in particular has benefited from the close involvement of the police and the youth representative on the recreation ground committee, Georgina Dent.
“The young people in Acle can look forward to a facility they have helped design and build themselves and their positive attitude will continue to bring the Acle community closer together.”
Local youngsters are being encouraged to support a fundraising event on June 2 when a sponsored bike will be held starting from Acle Recreation Centre at 10.30am.
Officers from the SNT have been working to improve youth provision in the village for a number of months after the matter was adopted as a priority following complaints about anti-social behaviour.
PCSO Philo added: “This is one positive way to deal with anti-social behaviour in this area. We’ve had several meetings with the youngsters from the high school and included them fully in the design and consultation of the park, which I’m sure will be a popular venue once completed.”
Anyone interested in sponsoring the project
or getting involved with the sponsored bike ride can contact
PCSO Gary Philo by calling 101 or email
philog@norfolk.pnn.police.uk
Acle High School has submitted
plans to Broadland District Council for an 11kw wind turbine. If approved,
the low-noise turbine will be supported by a 5sqm buried base. A planning
statement submitted by the school says the turbine "will enable the
applicant to reduce their carbon emissions and energy bill, whilst
increasing their self-sufficiency in terms of electricity production". I
will include more details here as soon as I can.
Update Friday 20th
April.
The application was discussed at a special meeting which was held after the
Annual Parish Meeting. I understand from the Parish Clerk that
no objection was raised by the Parish Council.
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The Olympic Torch will be carried through Acle on 5th July. It will arrive at precisely 08:02 in convoy from Norwich at Norwich Road, when it is hoped that it's arrival will be announced by the ringing of the church bells. It will be carried along The Street and out of the village on New Road. It will then travel to Filby in convoy.
The
Torchbearers will be:
Roger Hadley, Brian Carr, Shane Hull, and Vicky Simmonds.
Our picture shows the Acle Olympic Torch Event Organisers, Angela Bishop, Jackie Clover, and Brian Grint, suitably dressed for the occasion.
A stage will be erected in the car park area next to the Folly tree, and entertainment will be provided from approximately 7.00am. Broadland Brass Band and the Youth orchestra will entertain until late morning. Children from all nine local primary schools will also be there to perform songs and dance.
An exhibition by High School pupils will be in the Church, and a memories exhibition by the Archive Group will in the Church Hall, where I understand breakfasts will also be served
You are
requested not to park in the village centre on the day.
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Sun 3rd June - Jubilee Day - All of Acle is invited.
"The Big Lunch" is from1.00pm till 4.30 pm on the areas surrounding the Library. You can bring a picnic lunch, however Herondale will be selling teas, coffees, and delicious cakes. Acle and Brundall Lions Club will be running a B-B-Q. Tables and chairs will be set out on the Library Car Park for extra comfort, and members of the Army Cadet force will be available to help anyone who requires assistance.
A stage is to be erected on the grass area next to the Library, where entertainment will be provided by local singers, bands etc. There will also be demonstrations of line dancing, Mr juggle fun will be teaching his circus tricks to everyone, Penny will be face painting, and in the grass pound area Sure Start will be entertaining the very young.
To celebrate the year, 30 hanging baskets will line The Street - six more than usual! A planter 1 1/2 metres in diameter made by pupils at the High School in the Shape of the Coronation Crown, is to erected on the village green. Also look out for another planter which will be outside the Post office. Bunting will be hung in the Village Green area of The Street.
COMPETITION “A DAY IN THE LIFETIME"
Anyone any age can take photographs of something memorable that happens on this special day.
A maximum of two photos can be entered and they will be displayed in the gymnasium of the High School during the Acle Society Annual Show. Judge for this is will be Janis Austin.
Remember it can be of anything that happens to you, from breakfast in bed to
your decorated dog.
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