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New tool to increase recycling in East Northants launches
As part of East Northamptonshire Council's (ENC) long term strategy to combat contamination in recycling bins across the district, each household will shortly receive a sticker to place inside their recycling bin lid which reminds residents about what can and cannot be recycled.
The stickers will be included in the next issue of ENC's resident magazine, ENCircle, which is due to hit doormats throughout... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 04 Sep 2020 14:13 by Rebecca
Storm Francis triggers Amber wind warning
Yesterday's Yellow Weather Warning has now been escalated to an AMBER warning for WINDS from 2pm today until 10pm this evening.
This updated warning comes with a MEDIUM likelihood of MEDIUM impacts which means that:
- Longer journey times and cancellations likely, as road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected
- Some roads and bridges likely to close
- There is a good chance that power cuts may occur,... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 25 Aug 2020 15:50 by Rebecca
MET Office Issues Yellow Weather Warning - Strong Winds on Tuesday & Wednesday
Storm Francis will bring some very strong winds leading to disruption to travel and power supplies along with potential damage to trees.
What to expect
- Injuries and danger to life from flying debris are possible
- Some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, could happen
- Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible
- Some roads... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 24 Aug 2020 17:01 by Rebecca
Latest information from Oundle School on reopening plans
Oundle School has released their planning framework for school children returning to Oundle. It can be found on the home pages of both Oundle School and Laxton Junior School websites. At the end of next week Oundle School will also distribute a leaflet round all households in Oundle which will provide a summary of their approach, focusing on their responsibility to the town of Oundle and the residents.... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 24 Aug 2020 12:28 by Rebecca
X4 Bus Route & Timetable back to old route from 30 August
New X4 timetable (back to the old route) from 30th August. Stagecoach say they'll put notes on the presently used bus stops saying they will stop being used on August 30th - please spread the word.
Posted: Wed, 19 Aug 2020 09:42 by Rebecca
Saturday 15 August is the 75th Anniversary of VJ day
Saturday 15 August is the 75th Anniversary of VJ day & Oundle Branch of the Royal British Legion will lay a wreath at the war memorial at 11am.
Let us not forget the many brave men & women who served & sacrificed to reach the end of WW2
Posted: Fri, 14 Aug 2020 16:00 by Rebecca
North Bridge Reopens 6 August
The North Bridge will be reopened this evening as planned.
Posted: Thu, 06 Aug 2020 16:17 by Rebecca
Word just in from Stagecoach about the X4 Bus
"In light of the recent closure/reopening of Oundle North Bridge, but also with an eye to the uncertainties about the forthcoming return of schools, it seems risky to tweak the X4 timetable/route too often in August.
So, even when North Bridge is reopened to large vehicles, the X4 will continue on its existing route and timetable until AUGUST 30th, when it is hoped it can move back to its previous routing... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 06 Aug 2020 09:49 by Rebecca
Oundle Christmas Market CANCELLED
The Council has taken the very difficult decision to cancel this year's Christmas Market.
The market requires significant management so under the current circumstances there are just too many risks factors to manage the event safely and the health and safety of everyone is of the upmost importance.
We're aiming to put up the Christmas lights and Christmas tree with a low key light switch on. We'll post... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 05 Aug 2020 13:07 by Rebecca
Explore East Northamptonshire on two wheels
With the Government launching a new initiative to combat obesity in England, East Northamptonshire Council is encouraging everyone to explore the countryside, cycle paths and Nene Valley on two wheels whilst getting fit and healthy at the same time.
For those who want to get out and about in East Northamptonshire, but are not sure where to start, Destination Nene Valley has plenty of resources on their... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 05 Aug 2020 11:07 by Rebecca