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  • ‘Bid’ remembered on her birthday

    A special paving stone has been installed at the Thame Youth Memorial in Thame’s Upper High Street, by the friends and family of a popular Thame teenager who died tragically back in March, 2015.

    megan_paving_stone (225x400) (2)The stone was laid on Sunday, November 1, which is Megan Biddle’s birthday. Family and friends of Megan, known as ‘Bid’ to her friends, are currently working on a bespoke memorial bench for installation at Southern Road Recreation Ground. Megan already has a walk-way sign named after her, as a tribute from neighbours.

    A separate bench is also planned by Megan’s skater friends, to be installed at the new Thame skate park, shortly to be opened after an extensive update and extension.

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  • Hair straighteners blamed for Thame fire

    FIRE crews from Thame and Aylesbury were called to a property in Orchard Close, Thame on Monday, (9/11) at 12:05pm, where they were faced with smoke issuing from a bungalow. A team of firefighters in breathing apparatus, carrying a high pressure hose reel jet and using a thermal imaging camera were sent into the property. Using this specialist equipment, the crew were  quickly able to locate and put the fire out,  preventing it from developing further.

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    On further investigation it was found that the fire had been started by hair straighteners which had been accidentally turned on and set fire to a pile of clothes they were laying on.

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    What’s left of the fire started by a pair of hair straighteners

    Fortunately the elderly couple who live in the bungalow noticed the smoke, left the bungalow and called the Fire and Rescue service straight away. Their couple were praised by fire crew who said that their prompt action prevented, what would have become, a much larger fire.

    Thame Watch Manager, Andy Ford from Thame Fire Station, said: “If it had not been noticed, the fire could have gone undetected for a lot longer and certainly would have been a lot more severe. It is so important to make sure electrical items are turned off and if not needed, unplugged.” Mr Ford went on to say that the smoke alarm fitted in the property had not sounded because it was very old.

    Independent Mortgae Solutions (RGB) - R1“I would remind everyone,” he went on, ” how important it is to make sure your smoke alarms are in date and in full working order by carrying out a weekly test to ensure the battery and internal components are still capable of sounding the alarm.”

    For further advice on electrical safety, smoke alarms or any other fire related concerns, visit: www.365alive.co.uk  If you have a fire safety question you can call the free phone community safety helpline on 08000 325 999 or email: community.safety@oxfordshire.gov.uk

  • Simon and Garfunkel musical tribute

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    BOOKENDS return to perform Simon and Garfunkel at The Players Theatre, Thame, at 7.45pm on Sunday, November 15. Tickets cost £12 and are available from Spear travels, 01844 217228, or online from www.thameplayers.co.uk.

    Following a sell out run at The Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Bookends are back on tour performing what has been described as the most authentic sounding tribute to the music of Simon & Garfunkel. Performing the songs in a truly captivating way, their delicate recreation of the unmistakable sound of the America folk-rock duo has been described by many as spellbinding, and received a four star review from Broadway Baby.

    “A stunning musical tribute” – Broadway Baby

    The show will feature many of the hits such as ‘The Sound of Silence’, ‘Mrs Robinson’ and ‘The Boxer’ as well as classic album tracks like ‘Baby Driver’ and ‘Keep The Customer Satisfied’ and even early folk gems such as ‘Sparrow’. With so many wonderful songs performed live, Bookends are a must see for any music lover.

    “Closing your eyes that could really be Simon & Garfunkel” – BBC Radio Nottingham

  • Narrow defeat for improved Chinnor

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    TAUNTON, having lost only one match this season, had to dig deep to put away the side that have only won once this season, recording a narrow 25-23 victory over Chinnor who will feel that one got away.

    Taunton got away to ‘a flyer’ with Hales scoring wide out in the first minute. Chinnor’s Millett reduced the deficit to 5-3 with a penalty goal after 10 minutes. Chinnor, with a fierce wind at their backs, saw a lovely handling movement finish with Beer going over. Millett converted to put the home side ahead 10-5. Millett and Kingdom traded penalty goals and from the restart the ball was unfortunately deflected into the hands of Taunton hooker Gatford, who had an easy stroll to the line to level the score at 13-13. Millett’s penalty goal just before half time saw Chinnor go in 16-13 ahead.

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    With Vandermolen in the sin bin, Taunton took advantage with a try from Chapman after a penalty line out drive. Kingdom’s conversion put the visitors 20-16 ahead with 20 minutes to go. Taunton went further ahead when Chinnor fumbled their own lineout leading to a yellow card for Burns and, eventually, a try for Taunton’s Cooper for a 25-16 lead and a bonus point.

    Chinnor kept attacking and were rewarded for sharp handling when Fatialofa dotted down. Millett’s conversion closed the score to 25-23 to Taunton, but time ran out leaving Taunton narrow winners.

    This was a real old fashioned team performance from the Chinnor boys and a real indicator that fortunes are at last beginning to change.

    Chinnor
    Marcus Beer, Robbie Martey, Jack Adams, Junior Fatialofa, Jake Olley, Will Millett, Frank Jones, Jamie Townsend, Mark Darlington, Andy Darlington, Andy Tibbatts, Ben Manning, Tom Burns, James Tyas (c) Joe Vandermolen

    Interchanges Andy Berry, Joe Pickett, Ryan Long, Greg Goodfellow, Salvo Palormes

    Taunton
    Gary Kingdom (c), Nick Mason, Freddie Fraser, Josh Jones, Jack Claydon, Joe Simmonds, Lewis Webb, Jake Woolmore, Jon Gatford, Jake Caulfield, Stuart Persey, Duncan Hales, Brett Harvey, Dan Frost, Sam Prior

    Interchanges Alex Spurdle, George Cooper, Barrie-John Chapman, Jamie Fleming, Toby East

    Scorers
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    Tries (time): Beer (12), Fatialofa (69)
    Conversions (time): Millett (13, 70)
    Penalty Goals (time): Millett (9, 17, 36)

    Taunton
    Tries (time): Hales (1), Gatford (18), Chapman (58), Cooper (65)
    Conversions (time): Kingdom (59)
    Penalty Goals (time): Kingdom (15)

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  • Eyes to the sky as Thame remembers the fallen

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    HUNDREDS of people gathered around Thame’s Memorial Garden on Sunday, to commemorate the dead of two world wars and conflicts ever since.

    Town councillors, lead by the Mayor, Nichola Dixon, County and District Councillors, representatives of all the uniformed services, cadets, Guides, Brownies, Scouts, Cubs and other town-wide community organisations, and Thame’s MP, John Howell, all processed from Thame town hall to the War Memorial for the annual Service of Remembrance.

    Independent Mortgae Solutions (RGB) - R1During the service, three helicopters flew low over the scene, a reminder that our armed forces are still needed in an uncertain world, to be vigilant and ready to do their duty and risk their lives, if called upon to do so.

  • A Brill way to try orienteering!

    FANCY a new outdoor challenge for all the family? Why not try orienteering at Brill Common this weekend. Thames Valley Orienteering Club is organising an event on Saturday, November 14, for newcomers, families and runners to try out this exciting adventure sport.

    Orienteering is one of the country’s fastest growing adventure sports. At most events, there are several courses of varying length and difficulty, suitable for families and children. There are also longer courses for the more competitive and for runners looking for a new challenge.

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    At the event in Brill you will receive a special orienteering map showing a series of checkpoints. The challenge is to visit all the checkpoints, but you must decide your own route between each one. When you find each checkpoint, it is marked by a flag and you will need to register each one using an electronic timing chip to record your progress.

    “Most people don’t realise that orienteering is a competitive running sport,” said Mike Shires, Publicity Officer for TVOC. “However, orienteering really is a sport for all. Our events attract keen runners as well as plenty of families who come along for a jog or walk around a course. It’s also a great opportunity for parents to have a run while the children tackle a junior course.”

    TVOC is Clubmark accredited and has around 250 members from Bucks and the Thames Valley. The club organises around 25 events a year, ranging from local events for 100 competitors to larger regional events with 1,000 runners. Newcomers are always welcome.

    Club member Blanka Collis, 31, said: “It’s a good way of keeping fit and for me it is also more interesting than just jogging. It’s an extra mental challenge. Sometimes people think it’s like treasure hunting. They say: ‘I did that at school once-upon-a-time’ but it’s a running sport for all the family.”

    To have a go this weekend at Brill Common, just turn up between 10am and 11.30am. There will be five different courses set up, of varying difficulty and length, from 1km to 5km. Parking is by the windmill on Brill Common. There will be plenty of help on hand for newcomers.

    The cost is £6 / £2 entry on the day, including a map to keep and hire of an electronic timing chip. For more details visit TVOC’s website at www.tvoc.org.uk

    SOURCE: Contributed

  • Van crashes into house in Thame

    A van driver had to be cut from his vehicle earlier this afternoon, after the van collided with a house in Kingsey Road, Thame, near the Chinnor Rugby Club round-about.

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    Picture taken at the scene at tweeted by Bucks Fire & Rescue Service

    Firecrews released the injured man, using hydraulic rescue equipment. It is not known at this time how seriously he was injured.

  • Consultants appointed for Elms Park revamp

    The gates to Elms Park, ready for Carnival 2015
    The gates to Elms Park, ready for Carnival 2015

    PROPOSALS for a revamp of Elms Park in Thame, have been firmly planted following the appointment of TEP (The Environment Partnership) to work with Thame Town Council’s Open Spaces Working Group to come up with three different concepts for the park, and carryout a public consultation to determine the final design.

    Independent Mortgae Solutions (RGB) - R1Improvements to Elms Park are part of a scheme by the developer Rectory Homes which has gained planning permission for a new housing development The Elms next door to the park. Links to the park via footpaths and cycle tracks through the housing development from Upper High Street, will be included in the scheme, which will be funded by the developer.

    Thame Town Council has stated that: “We propose to look at each option holistically and to ensure that any proposals carefully consider the historic nature of the park, reflect the ‘Vision for Thame’, appeal to many users and can accommodate the annual ‘Music in the Park’ event and sports usage by the school.”

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    TEP’s Principal Landscape Architect, Nicola Hancock said: “TEP is delighted to be working with Thame Town Council on the Elms Park Improvement Project. We will be working hard over the coming weeks to really understand the needs of the community and the regular park users. We will use the information that we gather to guide our designs, ensuring that we create a very special and beautiful Park for the people of Thame.”

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  • Good Causes charity Christmas card shop

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    CHRISTCHURCH in Upper High Street, Thame, is once again hosting the Cards For Good Causes charity Christmas card shop this year.

    The Good Causes Charity shop, which is staffed by volunteers, has been selling Christmas Cards on behalf of some 30 local and national charities for several years.

    At least 70 pence in each £1 of sales will go the relevant charity. The shop is situated in Christchurch, Upper High Street, Thame and will be open six days a week from 10th November to 4th December 2015 – from 10.00am to 4.00pm.

  • Hunt the Christmas donkeys to become a star!

    Donkey Sample (400x400)THAME Town Council is already getting into the festival spirit by launching a treasure trail around the town centre, giving the opportunity for the winner to switch on the Christmas lights this year.

    In honour of two real live donkeys who will be at the Switch-On on Friday, December 4, 23 ‘Dennis Donkeys’ and one very special ‘Daisy Donkey’ have been hidden in shop windows around Cornmarket, Upper High Street, North Street, Buttermarket, Swan Walk, Greyhound Walk and High Street. Hunting for the numbered donkeys can begin from this coming Friday, November 6.

    seans_choice_crendon_bedsThe first entry out of the hat with all the correct answers will get the chance to push the plunger and switch on the town’s Christmas lights as well as earn some other fabulous prizes. Independent Mortgae Solutions (RGB) - R1To enter the competition, write on a piece of paper all the shops around town that have one of the special donkeys in their window and take it to the Town Hall Information Centre. Don’t forget to include your name, age, address and telephone number.