On Tuesday January 12th there will be a talk at The Rutland Museum, Oakham on the subject of Women in World War 1.  In particular this talk features the story of Elsie Fenwick who lived in North Luffenham and is buried in the churchyard.

The talk starts at 7-30 pm with refreshments from 6-45 pm

Just to remind you that these damp and gloomy January days can be cheered up next Wednesday (13/01/16) by coming along to the Town Hall to watch Love & Mercy.  For those who might think this is mainly a vehicle for some great Beach Boys tracks, do have a look at our excellent website (uppinghamfilms.co.uk) to view the trailer and you will see that there is a strong dramatic element to be found as well.  It has had some brilliant reviews.  As ever, the doors will be open from 7pm with the film starting at 7.30 and we shall look forward to greeting you and wishing you a slightly belated happy New Year.  As always, bring a bottle and a cushion and anything else that makes the evening fun.  We shall do some home-baked nibbles as ever.

Just in case I get sidetracked by sunshine next month (hurrah!), I’ll mention now that we will be showing Suffragette on Feb 10th.  I saw it last week and thought it was really excellent.  March 9th will be Brooklyn – again, great reviews – and then on April we are not, as a one off, able to have the Town Hall on the second Wednesday of the month so will instead be showing the wonderful Lady in the Van on April 6th (the 1st Wednesday).  All dates for your 2016 diaries.

Susie Burrows

“Residents of North Luffenham will recently have received their copy of RUTLAND LIVING.  The front cover of that Magazine shows Nicky Morris (of North Luffenham) leading her dance class and the article inside headed “Silver Swans” tells of the excellent work she has done in bringing ballet / dance to the more mature ladies.  Nicky is a highly talented ballerina and is now making dance available to a wider audience.  We in North Luffenham should be very proud of her”

The following security advice has come from our local Police Officer

Dear all,

Please, on the run up to Christmas make sure that you are security conscious. Please follow the following advice to make sure you have a Happy Christmas and a crime free one at that.

Most burglaries are carried out on the spur of the moment by opportunist thieves- they may see an open window or an easy entry point and take their chance.

Hiding spare keys outside your home is an open invitation to thieves. Avoid leaving keys in an obvious place near doors and windows.

When you go out, make sure you lock the doors and close your windows, even if you are going out for a short time.

Visible burglar alarms and security Lights are good deterrents to potential thieves.

Expensive items such as jewellery are attractive to thieves especially if they are on view from the outside. Try to ensure that valuable items cannot be seen through windows. When buying new items like X boxes, tablets, DVD players or blu rays, don’t leave the empty boxes on display near your bins.

Post coding your property can deter burglars because it makes it harder for thieves to sell. The police have a much better chance of returning property to its rightful owner following a burglary if it is marked.

Make a list of all valuable items and keep it somewhere. Take pictures of all valuable items like jewellery and silverware and write down the serial numbers of your TV, video, hi-fi, home computer and camera equipment to help the police identify them should they be stolen and recovered.

Taking steps to increase security of your home will reduce the chances of being burgled, but should you return home and notice signs of a break in, don’t go in or call out- there is a possibility the intruder may still be inside. Go to a neighbour’s house to call the police or use your mobile.

Have a great Christmas and New Year.

Regards

Pc 1146 Paul Le Pla

Rutland Police