Author: Dawn Roache
Play areas re-opening 4th July 2020
In line with government guidance all 6 play areas in the village including the skate park and outdoor gym equipment will re-open on 4th July. The following guidance is in place:
- 1 adult only to accompany a child/children
- If the playground is busy, consider coming back at a later time. Talk to your children about this possibility before visiting
- Wash your and your children's hands before and after visiting... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 03 Jul 2020 11:27 by Dawn Roache
St Laurence Church update
Please follow the link to see an update from St Laurence Church on what they are doing to move towards reopening.
Posted: Tue, 30 Jun 2020 13:31 by Dawn Roache
Leicestershire County Council’s SHIRE Environment Grant
Grants of up to £3,000 for projects which :
- reduce the amount of household waste produced in Leicestershire
- reduce the amount of greenhouse gas emissions within communities
- improve biodiversity and support the creation, protection, enhancement and management of sustainable green spaces
- raise awareness and understanding on the above
The first of three closing dates is Friday 31st July 2020
https://www.leicestershirecommunities.org.uk/grants/environment-grant.html... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 19 Jun 2020 13:01 by Dawn Roache
ESFA Community Grants Scheme
Grants of between £5,000 and £20,000 are available for projects which help people take steps towards a future career, reduce unemployment and tackle economic inactivity.
Deadline for applications is 15th July 2020.
Posted: Fri, 19 Jun 2020 13:00 by Dawn Roache
TEMPORARY TRAFFIC REGULATION ORDER HIGH STREET, MEASHAM
Leicestershire County Council Highways has agreed to a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order at the above location.
A road closure is required on High Street between Leicester Road and Queens Street from the 29th June 2020 for up to two weeks. The Temporary Traffic Regulation Order will be implemented for public safety for Severn Trent Water to facilitate urgent sewer repairs.
The proposed alternative diversion... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 18 Jun 2020 09:21 by Dawn Roache
ADVANCE NOTICE OF A TEMPORARY TRAFFIC REGULATION ORDER.
A Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) is to be made for the following location: Snarestone Road, Appleby Magna (see weblink).
The purpose of the TTRO is to allow Western Power to safely facilitate a new connection.
The TTRO will incorporate a temporary road closure. The duration of the restriction is not anticipated to exceed a period of five days commencing on the 17th August 2020.
A Press Release... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 17 Jun 2020 10:04 by Dawn Roache
Tablet Loan Scheme Funded
Enrych has teamed up with Hospice Hope in order to reach more people with disabilities.
They are collaborating together on a pilot scheme that will offer free loaned equipment and free training to people with disabilities who want to borrow tablets to keep connected with friends and family.
They have been funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, Ashby Hastings Rotary Club as well as other community... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 16 Jun 2020 10:48 by Dawn Roache
Mercia Park Community Fund
The Mercia Park Community Fund is now open, see below for general Information and how to find out more.
Applications will be considered from charities, constituted voluntary and community groups that focus on:
- Helping to strengthen local communities (particularly their quality of life and life chances) within proximity or affected by the Mercia Park Development at Junction 11 M42.
- Improve the natural... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 11 Jun 2020 09:53 by Dawn Roache
Measham Baptist Church Foodbank
Measham Baptist Church Foodbank
Foodbank is open for collections at Measham Baptist Church, Chapel Street, every Friday 9am - 10am.
To book in please contact Ashby Foodbank on 07542 118878
Fairshare produce is also available during this time - no vouchers required - come along to received donations of bread/fruit and veg.
Donations of food can also be made at this time.
Posted: Wed, 03 Jun 2020 09:44 by Dawn Roache
Sign up to the Citizens’ Panel and help improve local health services
People in Measham are invited to sign up to a new online network to share their experiences of NHS services and help shape the future of local NHS services.
The NHS Citizens' Panel has been set up by local NHS organisations to gather public views and opinions on a wide variety of health topics, which will be used to help us to understand peoples' experiences and what matters most to them.
Evan Rees,... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 02 Jun 2020 11:17 by Dawn Roache
