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

Residents will wish to know that the village of North Luffenham raised £532-20 for the annual poppy day appeal in 2015 comprising

£33-33 from the Primary School; £24-51 from “The Fox” and £474-36 from St John the Baptist church on Remembrance Sunday

Please see below announcement of road closure affecting Station Road North Luffenham

TTRO-15-100 Station Road South Luffenham NOTICE

Please see the note below from Paul Le Pla our Police Constable in South Rutland

There has been a recent series of incidents in Northants, whereby fraudsters either phone or attend the home address of elderly members of the public, claiming to be police officers.

The fake officer/s will claim that they are investigating a fraud which they believe the elderly person to be a victim of. The fake officer/s will then request the bank cards and personal identification numbers (PIN) of the victim and claim these are needed for investigation purposes. If the first contact was made by a phone call, the fake officer/s will tell the victim that someone will be over to collect the evidence. In one case the victim was instructed to attend their local bank and withdraw all of the money from their account. The suspect was left alone in the victim’s house whilst the victim carried out the instructions.

Protect Yourself

*       Before letting anyone into your home who claims to be from any law enforcement agency, ask to see their identity card and check it by calling 101.
*       Ask if they can attend at a pre-arranged time when a family member or friend can also be present.
*       If you receive a phone call from a police officer, ask for their name and force and tell them you will call them back. Wait a few minutes and then use 101 to call them back through their force’s switchboard and verify their identity.
*       The Police will never ask for your PIN or passwords. Do not give this information to anyone.
*       The Police will never request that you withdraw/transfer any money to them.

If you believe that you have been a victim of fraud you can report it online http://www.actionfraud.police.uk/report_fraud or by telephone 0300 123 2040.

Regards

Paul Le Pla

Rutland Police

                                          CHRISTMAS / NEW YEAR OPENING HOURS

Jason and The Fox team would like to wish all North Luffenham residents a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and thank you for all of your support during 2015

Whats on during the festive period…

Monday 21st December 8.30pm                                         Christmas Quiz

New Years Eve Party with live music. Back by popular request ‘Tongue in Cheek’ performing a little bit of county, a little bit of rock, a little bit of Jazz and a lot of fun. Plus Karaoke, North Luffenham’s answer to the     X Factor. All welcome.

                       The Fox 1 Pinfold Lane North Luffenham Rutland                      

Tel 01780 720991

www.thefoxrutland.co.uk

December’s festive menu – Celebrate with a festive feast
(Available throughout December)

Starters

Bowl of marinated olives                                                                                                                     £2.95
Leek and potato soup with bloomer bread                                                                                      £5.35
Goats’ cheese and spinach stuffed flat mushroom                                                                         £5.50
Chicken liver, clementine and cranberry pate with toasted bread                                               £5.75
Smoked salmon mousse with horseradish cream                                                                          £5.75
Black pudding, streaky bacon and poached egg, topped with hollandaise sauce                     £5.75
Fresh fig and parma ham salad                                                                                                          £5.65

 Main Courses

Roast turkey with stuffing, bacon rolls, cranberry sauce, roast potatoes and vegetables     £10.50
Homemade beef and baby onion pie with mashed potatoes and vegetable medley            £11.50
Rump steak, stilton sauce, skin on fries, grilled tomato, mushroom and watercress             £13.95
Rump of lamb with fondant potatoes, winter greens and a port jus                                         £13.95
Cumberland sausage on mashed potatoes with onion marmalade and green beans           £10.50
Seabass fillets on new potatoes and vegetables with a dill and watercress butter                £12.95
Beer battered cod with chunky chips and crushed peas                                                             £10.95
Three cheese tart with pear and rosemary, roasted new potatoes and greens                      £10.50
Spicy root vegetable and red lentil casserole with rice and mini naan bread                          £10.50
Cajun spiced salmon on sweet potato mash, green beans and chilli oil                                   £13.75

Desserts & Hot Drinks

Lemon tart with an individual jug of fresh cream                                                                          £5.65
Homemade meringue with winter berry compote                                                                        £5.65
Christmas pudding with brandy sauce                                                                                             £5.50
A trio of cheese with biscuits and chutney                                                                                      £5.75
Chocolate brownie with salted caramel sauce and vanilla ice-cream                                         £5.50
Mango and chilli posset with shortbread biscuits                                                                          £5.60