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To submit articles for publication in Northwood News please contact Peter Lambert.
Email: [email protected] or Tel: 01983 526385 Please note: acceptance is subject to space being available
COPY DEADLINE DATE for the
November 2013 edition:
Citizens Advice Bureau (IW): 520594 / 0845 120 2959 Childline: 0800 1111 Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 Emergency Services: 999 Ferries - Red Funnel: 0844 844 9998 Ferries - WightLink: 0870 582 7744 Gas Escapes: 0800 111 999 Hospital - St Mary’s: 524081 IW Council: 821000 IW Councillor - Northwood (John Nicholson): 209642 IW MP (Andrew Turner): 530808 IW Police: 0845 045 45 45 Library, Cowes: 293341 Medical Centre, Cowes: 295251 Northwood Church (Amanda Collinson): 294913
USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS Northwood News (Peter Lambert): 526385 Northwood Stores: 293662 Northwood W.I. (Anne Jonas): 295437 Northwood Playgroup: 289717 Post Office, Pallance Road: 293794 Rail Enquiries: 0871 200 3456 School - Cowes Enterprise College: 203103 School - Cowes Primary: 293261 School - Hunnyhill Primary: 522506 School - Lanesend Primary: 293233 School - Northwood Primary: 293392 School - Gurnard Primary: 295923 Southern Vectis Lost Property: 827000 Southern Water: 0845 278 0845
DAVE ‘B’ SOLO GUITARIST AND SINGER
Music from the 50s 60s and 70s Email: [email protected]
Mobile:
07831
238862
Tel:
01983
524190
KEVIN BENNETT - Tel: 01983 520552 City and Guilds Certified Builder.
Free Quotes on Extensions, Roofing, Guttering Systems, Fencing and a lot more.
NO VAT ON LABOUR COSTS
5pm
MONDAY
7th OCTOBER
PROFESSIONAL SINGING TUITION AVAILABLE Tressa Lambert (MA) Iain Alexander (BA)
Ever wanted singing lessons? It’s never too early nor too late to start. Highly qualified and experienced island-based husband
and wife team now have vacancies for those of you who want to sing for a ca-reer or fun. Call 01983 296981
NORTHWOOD BUSINESS PARK
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL UNITS Suitable for Workshop, Office, Shop. On-site Security, Emergency Lighting
Fire-alarmed, Public Liability Insured, Toilet Facilities, Water. All units have:
Double-opening doors, Electricity, Fire Alarms and Emergency Lighting 290 Newport Road, Northwood, Cowes PO31 8PE
Tel: 01983 296825 ~ Email: [email protected] PJH PLASTERING & DRY LINING 07715207721
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* Please note that the views of contributors to Northwood News are not * necessarily the views of Northwood News or Northwood Church
Inside this edition: Page
Local Groups 2 & 3 Parish Council Report 4 - 6 Community Partnership Report 7 Letter from Roger Service Chaplain 8 Church Announcements 10 Northwood Parish Church 11 Councillor’s Letter 12-13 Cowes Methodist Church Services 14 Help wanted and other announcements 15 Useful Telephone Numbers 20 Copy Deadline Date 20
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CREEA - COWES RADAR EX-EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION The next event is on Thursday 24th October at 2:30pm
in Isle of Wight Community Club, Park Road, Cowes ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING followed by QUIZ
For membership details contact Mary Mead on 01983 298154 or visit the CREEA webpage in the Local Groups section of the village website
where you can also download a copy of our 2013 Programme and view photos of past events.
New Members are always Welcome
2nd NORTHWOOD BROWNIES meet on WEDNESDAYS in the SCOUT HUT, WYATTS LANE from 6.00pm to 7.15pm.
Brownies is for girls aged 7 to 10 years. Please contact JANE PEAKALL on 01983 521274.
WAITING LIST IN OPERATION
1st NORTHWOOD SCOUT GROUP - SCOUT H.Q. Wyatts Lane Beavers Thursday 5.45pm to 6:50pm
Scouts Monday 7.00pm to 9.00pm Cubs Friday 6.45pm to 8.15pm
For more information contact Derek Finch on 292904
NORTHWOOD FLORAL ART GROUP The next meeting is on Monday 28th October
Christmas Craft Night at 7.30pm in the Northwood W.I. Hall.
Tea/Coffee and Cake £1.00 Membership is £18.00 per year
Visitors & New Members are always Welcome Please contact Sally Martin on 01983 295416
COWES-DEAUVILLE TWINNING ASSOCIATION
This Association was formed in 1964 with a view to furthering social, cultural and sporting exchanges between the citizens of both towns. Anyone with an interest in France and the French and who have, or have had, some connection with Cowes, Gurnard, Northwood, East Cowes and Whippingham are very welcome to apply for membership.
New members are always welcome Chairman: Barrie Clarke 882334 Secretary: Barry Bates 296303
Give us a call on 01983 289717 Or email [email protected]
Places available for 21/2 to 5 years Funded places for 3 &4 year olds Committed and caring staff A fun place to learn OFSTED registered
Flexible sessions AVAILABLE NOW Mornings: 8 or 9am - 11:30am
Lunchtime: 11:30 - 12:30 Afternoons: 12:30 - 3:00pm Full day: 8 or 9am—3:00pm
Term time only
Northwood Playgroup, Northwood County Primary School, Wyatts Lane PO31 8PU Northwood Playgroup is a registered charity (No: 1086436)
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CHERRY BLOSSOM CARE HOME 252-255 Arctic Road, Cowes Tel: 01983 293849. 24 hour care by qualified staff. Daycare available.
Home cooking in a friendly environment. Single en-suite rooms
MARINE SALON - LADIES HAIRDRESSER 66 Newport Road, Cowes. Tel: 01983 293483
Senior Citizens Reduced Rates on Tuesday and Wednesday Gents’ Styling - Tuesdays 4.30pm - 7.00pm
CHERRY TREES CARE HOME 149 Park Road, Cowes Tel: 01983 299731.
24 hour care with home cooking and caring staff. Lift. Weekly programme of entertainment.
Daycare available
THE TRAVELLERS JOY, PALLANCE ROAD
Telephone: 01983 298024
Meals served Lunchtimes and Evenings
Midweek Special Roast Lunch
FAMILIES WELCOME - Large Garden & Car Park
Visit us on the web: www.tjoy.co.uk
GOOD FOOD, GOOD REAL ALE AND GOOD COMPANY at
NORTHWOOD STORES YOUR LOCAL NEWSAGENT - Tel: 01983 293662
For your Newspapers, Greetings Cards, Confectionery and PayPoint ���� PHOTOCOPYING ►
We are open: Mon - Sat: 5.30am - 7.00pm; Sun: 6.30am - 6.00pm.
CHERRY BLOSSOM CARE HOME
We specialise in Daycare and Respite Care Daycare includes transport, bath and meals
Telephone Tracey on 01983 293849 for details
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DAVID LUTAS UPHOLSTERY PORCHFIELD BUSINESS PARK, NEWTOWN
Have your three-piece suite, armchair, car seats, boat cushions, etc., recovered or repaired. Friendly Efficient Service.
Please contact for Free Quote. Tel: 01983 531777
HILLBROW HOUSE Tuttons Hill, Gurnard. Tel: 01983 297240
Small, friendly, family-run Guest House offering quality accommodation at an affordable price
Now in our 26th year - Car parking - Rating 4 Star (Guest Accommodation)
Somerton Industrial Park 6 Enterprise Way
Newport Road, Cowes Isle of Wight PO31 8AP
MOTs, MECHANICAL REPAIRS AND SERVICING
ON ALL MAKES & MODELS
♦♦♦♦Fast Fit on brakes & clutches ♦♦♦♦Exhausts & Tyres ♦♦♦♦Free pick-up & delivery ♦♦♦♦Fast Reliable Work ♦♦♦♦Free Quotes �
SOMERTON MOT & SERVICE CENTRE
40 PLACE ROAD, COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT PO31 7UB TELEPHONE: 01983 292932
www.geoffleather.co.uk
MOSS HAYMAN PAINTING AND DECORATING CONTRACTOR
61 Wyatts Lane, Northwood Tel: 01983 290419
Call JUNE ~ Tel: 01983 291004 ~
61 Wyatts Lane, Northwood.
FULLY QUALIFIED EXPERIENCED HAIR STYLIST
CARPENTRY / JOINERY Qualified Carpenter Small Refurbishments Bespoke Sheds, Summer Houses, Fencing, Decking, Gates, etc.
MARTIN GILBERT Tel: 01983 299450 / 07778430578
Email: [email protected]
FREE ESTIMATES & ADVICE
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NORTHWOOD WOMEN’S INSTITUTE
The next event is on Thursday 3rd October at 2pm in the Northwood W.I. Hall.
SPEAKER: Arthur Reeder SUBJECT: History of Postal boxes
COMPETITIONS: Favourite Greeting Card, Best Garden Bloom October 10th—Lunch and games
HALL IS AVAILABLE FOR HIRING To hire the Hall please contact Mary Chick on 01983 296020
Visitors & New Members are always Welcome
MEDHAM WOMEN’S INSTITUTE
The next event is on Monday 10th June at 7.30pm in the Northwood W.I. Hall.
GUEST SPEAKER: Paul Bradley
TOPIC: Pictorial Presentations
COMPETITIONS: An elephant ornament
REFRESHMENTS: American supper
Bring & Buy Best Garden bloom
Autumn Fare Saturday October 19th
Visitors & New Members are always Welcome
NORTHWOOD VILLAGE PRODUCE ASSOCIATION
THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
to be held on FRIDAY, 11TH OCTOBER, 2013
at 7.30 pm in the W. I. Hall, Northwood. Competition:- Autumn Arrangement.
Visitors & New Members are always very Welcome - Contact 01983 200452
COWES AMATEUR OPERATIC & DRAMATIC SOCIETY
TRINITY THEATRE Our Autumn programme started on 12th September, all adult shows start at 7.30pm. Doors open at
6.45pm. Theatre bar available for drinks and ice creams before and after each film. 10th October Midnight in Paris (12) 90 minutes
14th November To kill a Mocking Bird (12) 124 minutes 19th December Die Hard (18) 126 minutes
Family Films start at 2pm. Doors open at 1.15pm. Ice cream and drinks for sale before and after each film.
29th September Up (U) 96 minutes 27th October Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (U) 145 minutes
24th November Toy Story (PG)) 77 minutes 22nd December Home Alone (PG) 98 minutes
Halloween Special 31st October Rocky Horror Picture Show (R) 98 minutes
Adults £4.50 Under 16s £3.50
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NORTHWOOD PARISH COUNCIL MEMBERS: CHAIRMAN - JOHN PULLEN: 86 Wyatts Lane, Northwood PO31 8PY Email: [email protected] Tel: 01983 281250 PAUL FULLER: 74 Wyatts Lane, Northwood PO31 8QA Email: [email protected] Tel: 01983 289595 RAY MEW: 63 Horsebridge Hill, Newport PO30 5TJ Email: [email protected] Tel: 01983 245234 CHRIS RIDDET: ‘Vert Bois’ 46 Cockleton Lane, Gurnard PO31 8JD Email: [email protected] Tel: 01983 245033 DEREK SMITH: 85 Venner Avenue, Northwood PO31 8AG Email: [email protected] Tel: 01983 281522 JOHN NICHOLSON: Sunnyside, Pallance Road, Northwood, PO31 8LT [email protected] . Tel: 01983 209642 DAVID JAGGER: 4 The Ridge, Medham, PO31 8PY [email protected]. 280095. JOHN WARD: 9 Brickfield Court, Woodbine Close, Newport, PO30 1AH. [email protected]. 0784680913. CLERK & RFO TO NORTHWOOD PARISH COUNCIL - BARBARA HERBERT: 11 Wyatts Lane, Northwood PO31 8QB Email: [email protected] Tel: 01983 290086
MEETINGS Meetings of the Parish Council are held on the first Tuesday of the month, commencing at 6.30pm. The meeting of the Planning Committee, if required, is held on the third Tuesday of the month, commencing at 6.30pm. ALL MEETINGS ARE HELD AT NORTHWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOL, WYATTS LANE, NORTHWOOD. MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC AND THE PRESS ARE VERY WELCOME TO ATTEND The comments made in the following articles represent the views of the individual contributors, rather than Northwood Parish Council.
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All Electrical Inspections, Installations and Design
also Computer Set-up, Help, Advice
Mobile: 07710 282950 Tel: 01983 529023 [email protected]
A COMPLETE PICTURE FRAMING
& REPAIR SERVICE
LARGE SELECTION OF SAMPLES
HOME VISITS AVAILABLE IF REQUIRED
Unit 6A
Northwood Business Park
Newport Road, Northwood
Tel: 01983 280 848
Mobile: 07740 407 655
Email: [email protected]
MARTIN PROBERT
PAINTER AND DECORATOR City and Guilds Qualified ~ 30 Years Experience
FREE ESTIMATES
Tel:
01983
825250
Mob:
07809
145 205
JACKIE’S FOOT HEALTH SERVICES
Jackie Callaway S.A.C. Dip. FHPT/FHPP RFHP Unable to cut your own nails?
Do you suffer from Corns, Callus, Fungal Infections
Athlete’s Foot, In-Growing Toenails? All treatments in your own home
Evenings and Weekends also available Fully Insured and CRB-checked
Tel:
01983
520902
Mob:
07811
814 958
A HATHAWAY
PICTURE FRAMING
Self Storage for Personal and Business Use Open 7 Days a Week with 24 Hour Access Available Onsite packaging shop with wide range of boxes
Tel: 01983 209090 Readers Business Park, 79 Place Road, Cowes
www.innerspacesuk.co.uk
EASI-CLEAN Window Cleaning Service
Can also clean Gutters - fascias - soffits
Reasonable Rates Reliable Service
FULLY INSURED Please Phone Eugene on
07712576549
Registered Child Minding
Provided by: Karen Tewkesbury 6 Greenways Close, Northwood PO31 8AW Tel: 247562 Mob: 07846546968
Please call me to discuss your child minding requirements. I provide all the usual cover for all ages, plus evenings and weekends, short notice and infrequent sessions.
SABRE FENCING & DECKING
Friendly, efficient service. Established 1987 Tel: 07770628800
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IAN JONES PROFESSIONAL
PAINTING & DECORATING
SERVICES TELEPHONE 01983 825047
MOBILE 07791058926
FREE ESTIMATES
Lawnmowers and Garden Machinery
Sharpened / Serviced.
Prompt attention. Reasonable rates
COLLECTION
Cowes / Newport Area
Second-hand machines for sale.
Telephone Mr Taylor
01983 521634
BANNISTERS GARAGE, Bridge Road, Cowes.
Auto Engineers, Welding, Servicing, General Repairs, M.O.T. Testing Station, Automatic Transmission Repairs.
Car Collection and Delivery. Tel: 01983 290443
BEKEN & SON 14-15 Bath Road, Cowes - 01983 297181
Instant Passport & Driving License photo service - no booking required Adults & children over 3 years old
GARDEN ISLE LANDSCAPES Fencing & Decking Specialists
Shed & Summerhouse
construction and renovation ~
Patio & concreting services, hedge trimming,
tree & shrub pruning ~
Grass cutting ~
Tel: 01983 298471
Mobile: 07770628800
Membership gives you access to a range of benefits including Social & Community events; Discretionary Grants; Support with Illness/Disability;
Telephone Advice Line; Convalescent Respite Care; Identity Theft Support and much more … all this for just £25 per year or membership is
offered to anyone who purchases one of our financial products. (membership benefits are not regulated by the FSA)
We meet once per month on a Thursday morning at The Riverside Centre, The Quay, Newport, IOW and all members are welcome.
FORESTERS FRIENDLY SOCIETY COURT 1821 - ISLAND FORESTERS
For further information please contact Branch Secretary: Mrs Doreen Gant 01983 200235 or
Email: [email protected]
Authorised & Regulated by Financial Services Authority Incorporated Friendly Society No. 511F
FSA Registration No. 110029
Plumbing & Solar Ltd Registration No. 223838
Emergency Call Out Plumbing & Heating Engineer
Solar and Under Floor Heating Service, Breakdown & Gas Safety Checks
Tel: 0800 44 88 549 [email protected] www.h2oplumbingandsolar.co.uk
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PARISH COUNCIL NEWS
News from the September meeting of Northwood Parish Council, with Cllr. John Pullen, in the Chair. PCSO Lisa Paul presented the report of the Local Safety Neighbourhood (LSN) team, on events that had taken place since the last meeting. Particular mention was made of the following: Reference was made to the nuisance of mini motos along the cycle track, which had been discussed at previous meetings. In July a Section 59 warning had been given to a young man who had been caught using a mini moto, near to Medham. This appeared to have the desired effect, as no further problems have since been reported A couple of incidents of people trying to sell unsolicited services had been received. PCSO Paul stressed that it was important for as many details as possible about these persons to be obtained. In Gurnard, a local resident managed to obtain the registration number of a person’s car, which has led to the culprit being prosecuted. Cllr Pullen reported that an ex-councillor living in Pallance Road had received a similar cold-call, which he subsequently reported to Trading Standards. A representative from Trading Standards paid a very prompt visit to the ex-councillor to obtain further details. One incident of fly tipping had been reported along Wyatts Lane, near to the junction with Pallance Lane PC Martin Egerton had recently been appointed in the Cowes area. It was hoped that he would attend a future meeting of the Parish Council. Reference was made to the letter that the three local council’s involved in the Bus Route 32 had received from Matt Kitchen, the General Manager of Southern Vectis. The letter indicated that the well-used Route 32, Saturday service was not part of the Community Bus contract and at present was running without funding. As this was considered to be no longer tenable, Southern Vectis proposed to terminate the service from October 27th . Cllr Riddet, after having discussed the matter with Cllr Ian Ward, Secretary of the Community Bus Partnership, was pleased to report that sufficient finances were available to maintain the service for at least the next year.
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The Parish Council had retained over £3K received from donations, which could also be made available to the Partnership to ensure the service continued. Cllr J Pullen advised that during September arrangements were made for the winter planting to be delivered in October. The costs would be contained within the allocated budget. Volunteers were requested to assist with the clearing of the tubs/planters and subsequent replanting. A grant of £50 was approved towards the cost of installing new double-glazed windows in the WI hall, with regret that the amount could not have been more significant. The comments and marks awarded to Northwood in the Best Kept Village awards were noted. The Chairman advised that although not a winner in the main competition, it had been announced that Northwood was to receive a small award for the lovely tubs and planters around the village. The Chairman and a member of the Community Partnership attended the awards ceremony last month.
NORTHWOOD’S FUTURE! - YOUR FUTURE Northwood Parish Council is to carry out a Neighbourhood Plan. This will be a legal planning document which will need the approval of the Community and form a significant part of the IWC Planning Department’s Core Strategy. It will set out a vision as to what the people of Northwood want the community to be like to live and work in the coming years. A QUESTIONNAIRE will be delivered to every household in the Parish during October/ November. The results will be collated by the Island Council before Christmas. Council Chairman, John Pullen, said, “Everyone’s input is very important, please ensure you take time to complete the QUESTIONNAIRE”.
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BIRCH ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING SERVICES Chris Birch - Domestic Electrician and Plumber
[email protected] Tel: 01983 864799 ~ Mobile: 07791 044307
Northwood Parish Church Christmas Fair
Saturday 2nd November 2013 In the W.I.Hall Northwood
From 2pm to 4pm
Please come and support us—lots of stalls something for everyone. Raffle, Bring and Buy, Cakes, Hand Made Jewellery, win a teddy and
more All Welcome
In aid of church Funds
Help Wanted To deliver the Northwood News in
Hogan Close and Hogan Road 48 copies and it will take a about 20 min each month
Please Ring Peter Lambert 526385
D & S HOME IMPROVEMENTS E DUNFORD
CONSERVATORIES, ROOFING, TIMBER & UPVC WINDOWS & DOORS, CARPENTRY,
BRICKWORK & GENERAL BUILDER ISLANDWIDE
01983 717217 / 07500557513
S. MORRIS FENCING, DECKING
LANDSCAPING ISLANDWIDE
Friendly and reliable service
Contact: Andy Smith 07778 056661
MUSICAL INSTRUMENT TEACHER
Tuition available for Clarinet, Saxophone and Flute from experienced teacher and
professional performer. Learn in a relaxed and friendly environment at your own pace.
In over 30 years all my students have successfully passed their examinations and
some onto music college. Lessons available daytime or evening.
Call Karen on 01983 293346 or 07979780125 for an informal chat
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COWES METHODIST CHURCH, Birmingham Road, Cowes
SERVICES FOR OCTOBER 2013
Sunday 8th 10.30am Canon Michael Weaver
Sunday 13th 10.30am HOLY COMMUNION
Mr David Masters
Sunday 20th 10.30am Mr Alan Pullinger
Sunday 27th 10.30am Mr Ian Preece
Tea and coffee is served after the Services
The LADIES' SISTERHOOD meets every Tuesday at 2.30pm.
All ladies would be very welcome to join us, especially
for our Anniversary on the 29th October, followed by a tea.
The fortnightly FELLOWSHIP GROUP will meet at 7.30pm on
Mondays 7th and 21st October at 8 Pallance Road, Northwood
On Thursday 10th October at 7.30pm there will be an illustrated talk
in the church given by Mr Len Pullinger, entitled
"THESE WERE ONCE CHURCHES AND CHAPELS OF THE I.W"
Exhibition
Shining a fascinating spotlight on HOMES in Cowes, Gurnard and Northwood
and the PEOPLE who once lived in them
REGATTA OFFICE, THE PARADE, COWES 10 am to 4 pm daily October 19th to November 10th
All Saints’ Christmas Fair 2pm November 11th
FREE ADMISSION
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NORTHWOOD COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP
Chairman: Ron Willis, 3, Uplands Road, Northwood. Tel: 01983 200452 Vice Chairman: Alan Chick, 75 Pallance Road, Northwood. Tel: 01983 296020
Secretary: Eileen Turner-Palmerton, 40, Greenways, Northwood. Tel: 01983 282242 – Email: [email protected]
NORTHWOOD COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP REPORT.
(Eileen Turner-Palmerton)
About three years ago the Partnership had an idea to run a monthly Residents Event, to bring together residents for an afternoon. Thanks to funding we have been able to continue and everyone enjoys meeting up with old friends and making new friends. The talks have been very interesting and informative. Hopefully, we will be able to continue and perhaps obtain more funding. The gardens and the flowers in the troughs and planters have been very beautiful during the summer and have made the village look very attractive. Thanks to all those who helped to keep them tidy. They will be replenished with autumn plants during this month. The Community Partnership would welcome anyone who has a little time to spare, to help with the Residents Events and the gardens. If you would like to assist, it would be greatly appreciated, please contact any of the above telephone numbers.
Our next Residents Event will be on
WEDNESDAY 16TH OCTOBER,, 2013, 2.30PM AT THE W. I. HALL, NORTHWOOD
As always, if you require transport, please phone 296020 or 282242.
Everyone is very welcome to come and enjoy the afternoon with friendly people.
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OCTOBER LETTER
For the first fifteen years of my life I lived in Portsmouth. One of the biggest stores in the city was the Portsea Island Mutual Cooperative Society or Co-op for short, renowned for its twice yearly dividend payments. In those days the “divvie” was about 8% , in other words for every one hundred pounds you spent you would receive eight back. If you think about the bank rate today you can see this was a good deal. This was very useful in a single parent family like mine. The money was used to pay for school trips and holidays and on one occasion a new bicycle. The amount of money you received back was dependant, of course, on how much you spent in the store. In our case everything, and I mean everything, was bought from the Co-op. Whilst my mates were riding branded cycles my bike proudly had a Co-op badge on the front. My clothes, shoes, food, even my first foreign holiday were all bought at the Co-op. I still remember my mother’s Co-op number which you gave every time you made a purchase. The store was renowned for its range of services, from funerals to toilet rolls and my family took full advantage of it! Of course I never moaned when the ‘divvie’ paid for a school holiday or new sports gear but it was not “cool” to ride a Co-op bike. I believe that in those days the Portsmouth Co-op was the most successful in the country. The success of the company was dependant on its members using it on every possible occasion. They store bought what it considered to be good value products and the customers had to be loyal and use the stores as much as possible. It was co-operation between store and customer that made it a success and benefited thousands of families like mine. The success of the Fire Service where I am chaplain is based on cooperation. Team work is essential for safety and efficiency. Co-operation is vital not only between the fire fighters but between all the different emergency services who attend the fires, accidents and dramas which affect the lives of our Island residents. It is second nature for all those involved in such emergencies. If only all walks of life would be prepared to co-operate with all those they met what a different world we would live in. Road rage would disappear, violent
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I am concerned at reports of alleged heavy handedness on Cowes Parade during Cowes Week, and, whatever the truth of this is, it seems to me that, even if you are a transgressor, there are standards and codes of professional conduct that the public expect should be maintained. In order to get a more balanced view, it would be interesting to hear other people’s experiences and opinions, good or bad. Personally, I have not seen a problem, but, have heard stories enough to raise question. Beware of parking changes. I have received complaint on the sudden re-allocation of parking bays in Denmark Road to resident only, supported by alleged phantom parking wardens, who mysteriously seem to manage to place tickets on un-expecting transgressor’s windscreens as soon as their backs are turned, and without being seen. Is there any history of ghosts in this area, and are these parking bays real, or is it a Harry Potter Hogwarts train platform phenomena? Seriously, this is not the first time people have been caught out like this, and it pays just to make a habit of reading signs, rather than assuming they remain the same. Who else, like me, has got caught out, in embarrassment with changing of direction in familiar one-way streets? Parking and the sudden appearance of yellow lines seems to be a perpetual problem at the moment, with more double yellows appearing at the junction of Place Side and mystery, untaxed cars, seemingly being dumped in valuable parking spaces, it seems these will ultimately be moved or crushed, as appropriate. Another parking problem at the junction of Wroxall Close is a bit more difficult to resolve, where residents need space to park and, I am sure, try to do their best, but, nevertheless, it causes restriction, obstruction and potential hazard, hopefully, we will find a sensible solution to accommodate all. Parking along from Northwood School remains a prime concern to many people, road users and residents alike, and I would urge any parents within walking distance, to, please, leave their cars at home and walk their children, if they don’t already. Hedges, beware of hedges! No matter what went before with the Council, it seems that we are all, now responsible for the maintenance of our own hedges, in that, if they overhang the public highway (road or footpath) they need to be cut back, and if you do not trim your own hedge accordingly, Island Roads will serve notice on you to do so, or they will do it and charge your for it. So be warned. Besides, I have had a lot of complaints, particularly from pedestrians, about restricted and nuisance from overhanging vegetation. This also, apparently extends to boundaries, and, particularly concerns, fast growing evergreens, where, under Section 8 of the Anti-Social Behaviour Act (2003) action can be taken where 2the hedge is adversely affecting the complainant’s reasonable enjoyment of their property”. I will be holding an open surgery, with my colleague, Councillor Paul Fuller (member for Gurnard and Cowes West) and, joined by, Marc Griffin, IW Council Highways PFI Contracts Manager Officer for the Island Roads project, at the IW Community Club in Park Road on Tuesday 1st October between 5 and 6pm, in the Sports Bar. Cllr John Nicholson Ward Member Cowes South & Northwood Tel: 209642 (evenings best) email: [email protected]
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Well, surely nobody could complain about the marvellous summer that we have had? Except, of course, that it is on the way out! The weather does affect people, and, a nice spell makes people more content, I believe, and, perhaps, even, a blistering hot spell brings Latin-like temperaments, and there was that weekend back in July, when, in the press, the heat erupted. I was involved in one incident, as Chairman of the local Branch of CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale), campaigning for another chance for the Colwell Bay Inn, to prove itself as a community asset. Much, in fact, like the Travellers Joy, some 30 odd years ago, when Whitbread declared it unviable and locals campaigned to retain it as licenced premises. Since then, it has flourished, winning award after award and becoming a destination for, not only, beer lovers, but, people who enjoy the friendly spirit of the English country pub, showing that it is the landlord and the way the locals are facilitated that makes or breaks a pub. And, we should not forget the history and heritage of the English pub, over the centuries, as a community hub, place for discussion, business and exchange of ideas. It is, in my view, a sad time now, when local people choose to sit at home with a cup of tea, or other beverage, instead of getting out and meeting people in their local. For me, even ½ hr at the local in the evening is a great repairer to the day, and believe me, at the Travellers, you can never anticipate who you are going to meet, the conversation you are going to have, and what you are going to learn. There are many more pubs like that, of course, the Horseshoe being another great Northwood local community pub too. It is common knowledge that Derek and Ruth are now retiring after 25 years’ service at the Travellers, and handing the pub over to fresh new blood, as they have said, they were just guardians to an institute, in their period of time. Things are starting to happen on the road renewal program, but, I am afraid, in Northwood, it has not been very impressive, with sloppy workmanship at Woodside Close and, particularly, at Greenways Close, enraging the residents, quite rightly too, some of whom, having done road works, and knew just how it should and could be done. With the support of the Council, we made representation of our opinion in the strongest terms, and, I am told, to the shock and embarrassment of those who carry out and supervise the work. The thing is, in small localities, especially in a Close, the people who live there regard the road as an extension of their drive, and when others come along and show disrespect, then it is taken as an insult, and so it should be. Anyhow, I hope and believe that Island Roads have learnt a lesson from this, because it is the easy stuff, involving diligence and care, that they seemed to be lacking, in these cases anyway. Nothing is stranger that life, or so they say, and when a mystery no-man’s land Island was brought to my attention, with its own trees and borders, between Fieldway Crescent and Cranliegh Gardens, it took the sterling effort of several council departments to finally decide that the Island did not exists, it was, in fact, a mis-measure of boundaries that had created the anomaly. With the news of the strategic alliance between Eurovia and Bardon Vectis, it seems very unlikely that the Asphalt Plant on the Medina will go ahead, which to anyone who has considered the logistics (we all know that it takes just one vehicle to bring Cowes – Newport Road) to near gridlock), was never a sensible proposition. However, it did serve one good purpose, in bringing together considerable hidden academic and professional talent in a campaign. It would be a shame, to me, having got these people together, and working so strongly, to lose it. Perhaps, together, we can find a new and constructive use for the input and intelligence of such a group?
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Gurnard Church invite you to a talk entitled ‘News Items of the Isle of Wight 1800-1900’
to be given by BRIAN GREENING
in Church on Friday, October 11th at 7.30pm for example, Gurnard Headline 1863:
‘Birds blown away; bricks washed away’. Come and hear the full story!!
Retiring collection. Interval refreshments.
Northwood Parish Church
Will be participating in this year’s Shoebox Scheme
Please obtain a form from Northwood Stores or Northwood Church.
The form gives all details, instructions and advice on how to make up
your shoebox.
It gives advice on what sorts of contents are suitable for particular age groups, what can be included and what cannot be included.
Please return filled boxes to any of the above by
Sunday 27th October 2013
offences would reduce and arguments and the resultant tensions would become productive discussions. I know everyone is different and not all people agree but co-operation is always possible. As a Christian I believe that caring for others as I would myself is one of the most important elements of our faith. To do this co-operation is essential. It is the same as with the Co-op of my youth. You only get a dividend if you are prepared to put something in to start with. Roger. Service Chaplain.
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PRAYER GROUP MEETING FOR OCTOBER 2013
FLOWER ROTA FOR OCTOBER 2013
Tuesday 15th 10.30am at 89 Wyatt’s Lane
6th Joan Taylor 13th Volunteers required 20th Volunteers required 27th Volunteers required
NORTHWOOD PARISH CHURCH OFFICERS Priest in Charge: Rev’d AMANDA COLLINSON
The Rectory, Chawton Lane, Northwood PO31 8PR Tel: 01983 294913 Email: [email protected]
Assistant Curate: The Rev’d DIANA NETHERWAY 138 Bellevue Road, Cowes PO31 7LD Tel: 01983 298505
Churchwarden: PETER LAMBERT 9 Forest Hills, Gunville, Newport PO30 5NG Tel: 01983 526385
Churchwarden: ANNE BROOKER 28 Uplands Road, Northwood PO31 8AL Tel: 01983 296958
PCC Treasurer: CAROL OGILVIE 400 Newport Road, Cowes PO31 8PP Tel: 01983 291570
PCC Secretary: JACQUIE PEARCE 10 Wyatts Lane, Northwood PO31 8QB
MESSAGE FROM THE PRIEST IN CHARGE Do you know of someone who would appreciate a visit by the church? Or would you, yourself, like to meet and talk with someone from the church? Please contact Rev’d Amanda Collinson whose details are given above. Amanda is happy to meet with you, to bring communion to you if you cannot come to church - or to explore with you if you just want to know more about the Christian faith. I am always here for you – because that’s what the church is about!
From the Parish Church Registers:
Baptisms
25th August 2013 Riley Edward Bricknell
Marriages
24th August 2013 Che Lambert and Jane Gander
Died
4th September 2013 Irene Deal
For Baptism, Wedding, Funeral and other enquiries please contact
Rev’d Amanda Collinson
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NORTHWOOD PARISH CHURCH SERVICES in St John the Baptist Church, Chawton Lane, Northwood
October 2013
6th PATRONAL FESTIVAL FOR ST FAITH’S NO SERVICE AT ST JOHN’S ONLY ALL SAINTS GURNARD 10.30am Holy Communion NOTE SPECIAL TIME! Habakkuk 11-4, 2:1-4 2 Timothy 1:1-14 Luke 17:5-10 13th HARVEST 8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 11.15am Family Service 2 Kings 5:1-3, 7-15c 2 Timothy 2:8-15 Luke 17:11-19 20th 21st Sunday after Trinity
11.15am Morning Prayer (BCP) 12.15am Holy Communion (said) Genesis 32:22-31 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5 Psalm 121 Luke 18:1-8
27th Last Sunday after Trinity 11.15am Holy Communion
Jeremiah 14:7-10, 19-end 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18 Luke 18:9-14
CHURCH CLEANING ROTA FOR OCTOBER 2013
DATE CHURCH BRASS
4th VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED
11th Mr D.Hallam Mrs S.Hallam
Mrs D. Pimm
18th VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED
25th Mrs P. Lambert Mr P. Lambert
Mrs M.Chick