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  • Police investigating links between illegal pesticides and terrorism

    THAMES Valley Police is currently investigating the distribution and use of illegal pesticides, including counterfeits, across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire.

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    Illegal pesticides have been found in increasing amounts across the UK and Europe and Thames Valley Police has a particular interest in illegal pesticides not just because of the risks they pose to the rural communities but the links to organised crime gangs. There is growing evidence that the illicit activities of such gangs finance other serious crimes such as human trafficking and international terrorism.

    It is not yet known to what extent, if any, illegal pesticides are being sold within our rural communities. Gathering intelligence and information is a vital part of the investigation, which is where you come in.

    If you notice anything suspicious about pesticides you have either been offered or purchased, please call the 24 hour non-emergency number 101 and mention ‘Operation Silo’.

    Things to look out for:

    Does the product look or smell unusual?
    Have you been offered a product which has been described as the same as another but at a discounted rate?
    Have you been sold a product because your first choice was ‘out of stock’?
    Do you have any feelings that a product you have bought isn’t quite right? Are there any unusual symptoms or irregularities?(clog spray jets / nozzles) etc
    Is the packaging unusual or not what you would expect?
    If you do not want to speak to the police, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

    More information about illegal and counterfeit pesticides can be found on the Thames Valley Police website or read more about the national ‘Watch Out’ campaign.

  • Cyclist injured in collision with car

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    A male cyclist is in hospital as a result of injuries sustained in a collision with a car earlier today in Thame.

    The collision occurred in Park Street, Thame, just after mid-day and Thames Valley Police would like to hear from any witness who may have information about the incident, on the 101 non-emergency number.

    The car involved was a Black Honda, which stopped at the scene. Although the cyclist sustained leg and back injuries, they are not thought to be lift-threatening.

     

     

  • Cash for spare bedrooms in the Thame area

    DO you have an unused, spare room in your house? The Centre for English Studies (CES) in Wheatley is looking for households with a bedroom to spare, to host foreign language students.

    Centre for English Studies host, Cathy Redshaw (centre) with two students
    Centre for English Studies host, Cathy Redshaw (centre) with two students

    Cathy Redshaw regularly hosts students for CES. She described hosting students as “a great experience for the whole family. We have met so many lovely people from all over the world, many of whom we still stay in touch with!”
    Hosting foreign language students provides the opportunity for families to meet people from many different places and learn about the lives of the students as they accommodate them.

    Hosts are expected to provide breakfast and sometimes a packed lunch and dinner for the students. But don’t worry, nothing special, just normal family meals will do! Mealtimes are an ideal opportunity to get to know students better and perhaps learn about their country and their experiences in England.

    The length of the student’s stay can vary. Some will only need a roof over their head for a week whilst others will need a family to stay with for up to several months. Much of the time the students will be attending CES, and at weekends it is common for them to be on organised outings or out seeing friends from the school.

    Also, you won’t be hosting alone. As part of the package, there is an excellent 24 hour support service for any host that feels they need someone from CES to help out.

    Cathy continues: “If you are interested in meeting new people and have a spare room, this is a wonderful experience … the children have learnt so much about other countries as well as a few words of other languages; a fantastic learning curve.”

    Hosts are needed between Haddenham and Headington. Rates of pay are generous; earn £143 per week for one student or two students sharing at £125 each per week.

    For further information, contact Sue at oxfordaccommodation@ces-schools.com, call 07803 835 499, or visit 65 – 67 High Street, Wheatley, OX33 1XT.

    Written by Will Worley for Thame.Net

  • Pop in to Community Charity Tuck shop

    AN enterprising group of volunteers have organised a charity cafe and tuck shop to raise money for their local village hall and the Karibuni charity for Kenyan street children.

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    Worminghall residents Kathryn Albany-Ward and Lex Brown, decided to organise the pop up cafe to bring their local community together on a Saturday morning. The cafe will run for a trial period of four weeks on Saturday mornings, commencing this coming Saturday, January 18, from 10am-12pm and will serve a range of hot drinks, croissants and cakes. In addition, there will be a tuck/sweet shop, competitions and the opportunity to register for The Great Worminghall Bake Off which will take place in the village hall on the February 9, awarding prizes for the Bake Off entries for the under eights, nine to thirteen year- olds and fourteen years and above categories. Entry is not restricted to Worminghall residents.

    Kathryn explained:  ‘Since the shop closed in Worminghall a number of years ago, there has been nowhere in the village to meet friends and for the children of the village to spend pocket money. We hope that holding the cafe and tuck shop will encourage the whole village to get together to raise money for two great causes as well as getting to know each other and, through the Bake Off, have a bit of fun.”

    See www.facebook.com/worminghallcafe for further information.

    The cafe will run on the following dates; 18th and 26th January, 1st and 8th February (all from 10am-12pm). The Bake Off will be on the 9th February from 2.30-5.00pm. All events to take place in Worminghall Village Hall.

    The Karibuni Trust (UK Charity No. 1044872) aims to raise awareness of children living on the streets and in the slums in areas of urban and rural extreme poverty in Kenya; and to raise money to support projects to meet their needs. The children could be orphans, abandoned children or runaways who must support themselves on the streets by begging, stealing or scavenging. Karibuni also supports projects run by Kenyans and is currently working with a Maua Methodist Hospital to provide care for
    people living with HIV/AIDS.

    Further information can be found at www.karibuni.org.uk

    SOURCE: Contributed

  • Black ice warning after string of crashes on M40

    FOLLOWING four separate crashes in the space of one kilometere of the Oxford M40 spur road at Junction 8 yesterday morning, the Watch Manager at Thame Fire Station has urged drivers to be aware of the dangers of icy conditions and to take extra care.

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    Driving on ice – Image for illustrative purposes only

     

     

     

    As well as a lorry colliding with the crash barrier due to very icy conditions, there was a separate incident in which a coach and a car collided.  About the same time  two cars collided and another ended up in the verge.

     
    Andy Ford from Thame Fire Station,  said: “Although unrelated,  the icy conditions contributed to all these crashes. The spell of wet weather and now freezing conditions can result in areas of black ice on any road. Along with the incidents on the M40 there were several other road traffic collisions around the county and we would again urge drivers to take extra care in these conditions.

    “Luckily there were no serious injuries, only a couple of minor ones,  and one person taken to hospital”

  • Church wall damaged in double collision

    A church yard wall has been severely damaged, following two separate incidents in the village of Sydenham, near Thame, on Saturday (11/01).

    The damaged churchyard wall at Sydenham after it was hit twice by passing cars
    The damaged churchyard wall at Sydenham after it was hit twice by passing cars

    Black ice on the road after severe flooding, followed by freezing weather, is thought to have been a contributory factor in both collisions, one involving a Sydenham resident’s car.

  • Police alert: ipad stolen in Thame burglary

    ON Friday,  January 10, between 6pm and 10pm, a property in Cheshire Road, Thame, was burgled. Offender(s)  gained entry through an insecure rear door and stole an iPad.

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    Please be extra vigilant. If you have seen any suspicious looking people or vehicles in the area or have any information relating to this message please call the police on 101.

    Alternatively if you have information but wish to remain anonymous, please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online @ crimestoppers-uk.org. No personal details are taken, information is not traced or recorded and you will not go to court.

  • Thame Round Table and Santa say ‘Thank you’

    DONATIONS by the generous people of Thame and the surrounding villages have raised £6,300 for local causes over the Christmas period. Assisted by Thame Round Table, Santa was out doing the rounds on his sleigh for 10 nights in the run up to Christmas, with further assistance provided by many of the groups to whom the money has now been donated. 

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    Thame Round Table’s Santa Sleight

     

     

     

    With his sleigh fully refurbished for the 2013 season, Santa and his helpers even managed to avoid most of the bad weather of the last few weeks, as they worked they way round nearly every street in Thame, Haddenham and Long Crendon.

    Tim Lancaster, Chairman of Thame Round Table, said: “Once again we have been humbled by the generosity of the people of Thame and the surrounding villages. In what continues to be a difficult time for many people, it is fantastic to be able to raise so much money for local causes. We’d like to thank everyone who donated and everyone who came out and helped us each night.”

    The complete list of local causes who have received donations this year is: Thame Day Centre, Thame Gymnastics Club, Explorer Scouts, Thame Swimming Club, Thame Football Club, Girl Guides, Thame Skate Park, SAFARI, the Hockey Club, Thame Youth Memorial, The Jack O’Donnell Foundation and the Cricket Club.

  • Paperwork stolen in Worminghall burglary

     THAMES Valley Police is appealing for witnesses after a burglary In The Avenue in Worminghall, Aylesbury.

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    Thames Valley Police Alert

    At 3:30am on Monday (6/1) offenders gained entry to an insecure car parked on a drive way.

    They took the fob from the car to access the garage. Once inside, the garage they carried out a search of the fridge and filing cabinet.

    The offenders stole an A4 box containing paperwork.

    They were disturbed by the occupants and the offenders drove off in the direction towards the junction of the The Avenue and Clifton Road.

    Det Con Gemma Howe, said: “I would be keen to speak to anyone that witnessed any suspicious persons and vehicles in the area at the time of this incident.”

    If you have any information please contact Det Con Howe via the Thames Valley Police Enquiry Centre on 101.

    If you don’t want to speak directly to the police you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org. No personal details are taken, information is not traced or recorded and you will not go to court.

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  • Update: Break in at Thame restaurant

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    The Star & Garter indian restaurant in Thame

    UPDATE:  The Star and Garter Indian Restaurant has confirmed that it was their restaurant that this police alert applies to:

    Message sent via Thames Valley Country Watch: YESTERDAY, Wednesday, January 8,  between 12.30am and 11.30am a restaurant in Wellington Street, Thame, was broken into. Offender(s) jemmied open a rear window to gain access and stole the till draws including cash.

    Please be extra vigilant. If you have seen any suspicious looking people or vehicles in the area or have any information relating to this message please call the police on 101.

    Alternatively if you have information but wish to remain anonymous, please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online @ crimestoppers-uk.org. No personal details are taken, information is not traced or recorded and you will not go to court.