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New play area could come to Whitton!
Richmond Council and Richmond Churches Trust are proposing to install a new play
area on a piece of open space off Whitton High Street, towards Cyprus Avenue. The
play area will, if supported, have a new roundabout, swing, rockers, slide and finger
maze. It is hoped that these improvements will increase footfall to the high street.
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Recognising your local community
Residents took the time last July to nominate over 140 local people for their role
in improving your local community. Over 30 people were selected to attend a special
celebration event in September hosted by the Leader of the Council. There are winners
from every village – find out who you know.
Find out who your local winners are
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£760k funding for new dementia service in Whitton
Dementia services in the borough have been given welcome recognition after Homelink
Day Respite Care Centre secured a £760,000 government grant to build a new centre
on the existing site of St Augustine’s Church in Whitton. The new centre will enable
the charity to give the best possible care to meet the needs of those with dementia
and their families in the borough.
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Come along to the ‘Full of Life’ fair and plan for the future
The borough’s Full of Life fair kicks off next week on the 1 October at the Harlequins
Stadium – the Stoop. Over 60 stalls with information, activities, including Zumba
gold and Pilates, workshops to help you use your computer, freebies and a complimentary
lunch.
Don't miss out
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New Pharmacy for Whitton Corner now open
Whitton Corner Pharmacy is located within the community centre adjacent to the Whitton
Corner Health Centre on Percy Road and opened its doors last week. The new pharmacy
will greatly improve access to pharmacy services and convenience for patients, making
Whitton Corner a true one-stop-shop for a wide range of healthcare and community
services.
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Your Whitton and Heathfield
Local residents came along to the Your Whitton and Heathfield event in August, run
by Richmond Council’s Community Links team to discuss locally-led projects. Under
discussion were ideas for how locals can support the high street, offer activities
and opportunities to young people via the new youth club, and forming a ‘Friends
of Murray Park’.
Find out about future events
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Community improve local shop front
1 High Street, Whitton has been in a run-down state of repair for some time. After
a lengthy period of negotiation, the Whitton Business Association (WBA) gained permission
from the landlord to carry out remedial works. Organised and funded by the WBA,
thanks go out to Five Fish Graphic Design, Twickenham Museum, Nelson Heating & Plumbing
and Whitton Village Facebook for their input and sponsorship.
Information about leasing the property call: 020 8940 2266
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Welcome to Your Whitton Bakery
A new independent artisan bakery has opened on Whitton High Street. Stefano Paccinno
and Helen Cox, both local residents, are following their dream of opening a local
artisan bakery. It opened on Wednesday 7 August and has an excellent range of breads
and patisseries. Stefano is Italian and a Swiss-trained patisserie and bakery chef.
Pop in and see them for some tasty treats!
Find out about shopping in Whitton
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Eid Family Fun Day
On Saturday 19 October, Richmond College in Twickenham will be celebrating Eid-ul-Adha
with a family fun day – including the chance to go on a tethered hot air balloon.
The organizers are looking for volunteers to help on the day – with a free trip
in the balloon as a reward for the first 10 people to come forward.
Find out more
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Heathfield anti-social behaviour reports decline
Following the installation of a new dispersal zone in Heathfield, calls regarding
anti-social behaviour reports have decreased, with a 21% decline since 2012. The
team are working hard to keep this figure down, but if you have any concerns, contact
the local police.
Contact the Police for safety information
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The Richmond Community Action project comes to Whitton
Richmond Community Action is engaging and supporting residents in Whitton to take
action on local issues that matter. The project, run by Groundwork London and the
Castlenau Centre project, will provide opportunities for local groups and individuals
to take action and develop projects in their communities by providing access to
ongoing support, training and networking.
Get involved
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GCSE celebrations at all schools
Secondary schools across the borough have been celebrating the improvements in local
GCSE results. Provisional figures show that 85% of pupils achieved five or more
A*-C grades and 68% received five or more A*-C grades including English and maths,
both figures an improvement on last year’s results.
Find out how your local school performed
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Ride and Stride to St Philip and St James
St Philip and St James Church has recently enjoyed a seasonal fair, a great comedy
night with comedian Paul Kerensa, and an evening of wonderful music courtesy of
the Whitton Wind Orchestra. Coming up, it has organised ‘Ride and Stride’, a perfect
excuse to get out riding or walking between beautiful buildings and raise money
too!
Look for more events
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Have you considered volunteering?
Do you want to make a difference in Whitton or Heathfield? Volunteering Richmond
matches people who want to volunteer in the community with over 250 opportunities
in 120 organisations. Come along and meet Annette at Whitton Library on 21 November
from 4.00 to 6.00pm to discuss volunteer opportunities near you.
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Do you want to learn English?
Your local Ethnic Minorities Advocacy Group is now holding pre-literacy English
lessons. Attendees can work towards certification in English, integrate with local
communities, find employment and make friends. The classes are held every Thursday
from 9.30 to 11.30am at Whitton Community Centre during term time only.
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Volunteer tutors needed!
Would you like to make a difference to someone’s life? Would you like to help someone
with their English and meet people from different cultures? Learn English at Home
is a charity working with local residents who don’t have English as their first
language, to help improve their English language, reduce isolation and integrate
into their community. Full training provided.
Find out how to help
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Volunteers needed now!
Do you have an hour or two spare each week, each month or once in a blue moon? Then
please contact The Royal Star & Garter Homes. They are looking for people to volunteer
by manning a stall, holding a collection, hosting a coffee morning or co-ordinating
collection tins. If that is you – contact them now!
Get involved
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Prizes for young writers
ArtsRichmond’s annual Young Writers’ Festival runs from September 2013 to January
2014 and encourages young people to show off their creative writing skills and express
their thoughts, hopes and dreams in any format. The event is supported by the Barnes
Literary Society in its 10th anniversary year. Deadline 10 January 2014 for pieces
of work. Contact ArtsRichmond for more information.
Find out more
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World Alzheimer’s Dementia Month
The Caring Café for people affected by dementia is now part of the Carers Hub. Richmond
and Kingston Crossroads, as sub-contractors to Richmond Carers Centre will, together
with the Alzheimer’s Society, continue to deliver this outstanding service. Open
the first and third Saturday of each month at the Sheen Lane Centre.
Find out about more support
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Performing Arts Festival coming soon
The syllabus for the Performing Arts Festival is now available from libraries, information
centres and music shops. Competitions for amateur performers of all ages in the
arts, dance and speech will be held across the borough next spring. Cash prizes
and trophies to be won.
Apply online now
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Coldbusters – don’t be cold this winter
If your home is cold, Coldbusters is a scheme that could help by funding new central
heating, a replacement boiler, cavity wall and loft insulation, and heating control
upgrades. Homeowners and private tenants who receive benefits are eligible to apply,
as well as those over 60 or on a low income. For more information, call free on
0800 358 6668.
Find out more
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Big London Energy Switch
The Big London Energy Switch draws on the collective purchasing power of potentially
more than one million Londoners to encourage energy companies to offer lower tariffs
to customers. Richmond Council is among 23 London boroughs supporting the next auction
on 16 October where we have the opportunity to help our residents better understand
their energy bills and complex tariffs and work out if they could save.
Find out more
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Celebrating the best in world cinema
Richmond Film Society's 51st season opened with the Danish film ‘A Hijacking’ on
17 September at St Mary's University. The season runs until April and comprises
15 films of international repute from the UK and Europe, North and South America,
Japan and Israel. New members and guests are always very welcome.
Find out more
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Young people getting involved
180 local young people taking part in the Challenge Network, powered by the National
Citizen Service, are spending the last weekend of September with The Environment
Trust, Marble Hill Play Centre and Grenfell Housing Association. This is just the
latest in a number of local projects aimed at challenging stereotypes and working
to improve the local area.
Find out more
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Help shape the future of voluntary sector organisations
Richmond CVS is managing an important research project to review the current state
of the local voluntary sector. The ‘State of the Sector’ project has been commissioned
by the Richmond Transforming Local Infrastructure Partnership and Richmond Parish
Lands Charity. The research will provide shape, scope and facts for local voluntary
organisations, funders and cross-sectors partners over the next few years.
Have your say online
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