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  • Police close down Bank Holiday rave in Thame

    THAMES Valley Police prevented and closed down some ten reported unlicensed parties this bank holiday weekend, May 23,24,25, 2009, including one on the Thame Showground.

    Anticipating the bank holiday weekend to be popular with those organising and attending unlicensed parties, or ‘raves’, the police carried out Operation Robust. Officers patrolled, what they called, ‘areas of vulnerability’ targeting known sites and by intervening early, stopped the raves before they could get underway.

    Inspector Steven Capper of HQ Operations department said: “Thanks to the efforts of our officers, our communities did not suffer the disruption, noise and damage historically associated with Bank Holiday weekends. Those intent on continuing to hold illegal parties need to be aware that Thames Valley Police will continue to implement these tactics, in closing down unlicensed parties and seizing sound equipment whenever the opportunity arises.
    “We ask for the help of the community by reporting any unlicensed events or unusual activity, such as large convoys of cars, as early as possible, as this will assist us to respond in the critical early phases.
    “I would urge anyone with any information concerning unlicensed parties over the forthcoming weekends and months to contact us via the Police Enquiry Centre on 0845 8 505 505.”

  • Thame cubs and scouts in Bank Holiday bonanza

    THAME Scouts, Cubs and Beavers spent the May Bank Holiday (2009) camping with over 2,000 others from all over Oxfordshire and were visited by some very important grown-ups!

    The Zodiac 09 County Scout Camp at Thame Showground was visited by Chief Scout, Peter Duncan, MP John Howell and the Mayor of Thame, Jeannette Matelot Green.

    Activities included climbing, abseiling, archery, shooting, quad biking, orienteering and Thame Scout Group built Woggle Wall – a mosaic design made up of woggles, which was assembled over the week-end.

    In the evenings, there were live bands and a Talent show.

    Sally Stewart, the Leader of Thame Cubs, said: “We all had a fantastic time, blessed by continuous sunshine. “

    Photo: The Mayor or Thame, Jeannette Matelot Green and Thame’s MP John Howells, talk to scouts and some of their leaders.

  • Lunchtimes never looked more exciting!

    LUNCH and exercise for 30 minutes during your lunch hour at Raquets Fitness Centre, in Thame.

    Combine exercise and lunch with The 30 Circuit.

    Time slots Mon-Fri: 12.45 till 13.15; 13.15 till 13.45; 13.45 till 14.15.

    Non members:

  • May Newsletter from Thame PCSO Diane Jackson

    THE following is the latest THAME neighbourhood update from Police Community Support Officer, Diane Jackson:

    There are continuous patrols around the park areas to deter under age drinking and anti social behaviour.

    I will soon be able to issue Fixed Penaly Notices for dropping litter, Graffiti, Fly Posting and for failing to remove dog faeces. The fine will be

  • Vigilance warning after attempted break-in in Thame

    THIS is a Ringmaster message from Thames Valley Police. Between 13.30 and 17.10 hours on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, a property in Grenville Way, Thame was subject to an attempted burglary.

    Offenders have attempted to gain entry by smashing the outer pane of the rear patio door. Please be extra vigilant. If you see any suspicious looking people or vehicles in the area, or have any information relating to this message, please call the Police on 08458 505 505 and state you are responding to a Ringmaster message.

  • New cycling club for Thame

    A NEW club, aimed at getting local people cycling, has been launced in Thame.

    The club has been set up by Racquets Fitness Centre, based in the Cattlemarket, Thame.

  • More events in Thame area for National Family Week

    THERE are lots of events for all ages in and around Thame and other parts of the county, for National Family Week, May 25-31, 2009, organised by Oxfordshire County Council.

    National Family Week, which coincides with the school spring holiday, is a new initiative with the aim of bringing families together through learning, playing, competition and eating. More than 1,300 events have been planned up and down the country.

    On Saturday, May 30, children can make their own Familty Tree at Thame museum. Materials will be provided but donations would be welcomed. The session will run from 10am till 4pm.

    On Sunday, May 31, there will be Family History Talks at the museum, the first at 12pm, explaining the value of Parish Records in searching for family history. The second talk will be given by David Bretherton at 2pm, and will deal with the use of the Census.

    On both days there will be an introduction to the
    resources available for family research.

    Admission is FREE for all these events.

    There’s to be a Family Fun Camping Day at Thomley Activity Centre in Worminghall where families can enjoy nature walks, clay modelling, giant bubble making, storytelling, a barbeque and obstacle course. The day, in partnership with the county council-funded Parent Partnership Oxfordshire, runs from 10am to 4pm. Call Activity Centre Manager, Milly Truen, on 01844 338380 for more information.

    A storytime at Thame Library is planned from 11am to midday, on Tuesday, May 26, for children aged four to eight. Call the library on 01844 212288 for free tickets.

    A full list of National Family Week events in Oxfordshire can be found at: nationalfamilyweek.co.uk

  • The Anniversary at Thame Players Theatre (Contributed)

    THE ANNIVERSARY by Bill MacIlwraith, will be performed at The Players Theatre, Nelson Street, Thame, at 7.45pm on Friday, May 22, 2009.

    Bournemouth based professional theatre company, Creative Cow, return to perform Bill MacIlwraith?s best known play, The Anniversary, at the theatre on Friday 22nd May at 7.45pm. Their visit is one of the last performances of their 29 performance tour which has taken them from Exmouth to Nottingham in eight weeks.

    Many will remember their last very successful visit 18 months ago when they performed Peter Shaffer?s two, one act plays, The Private Ear, the Public Eye.

    The Anniversary tells the story of a mother who keeps a tight hold on all three of her sons with gifts, threats and ruthless exploitation of their weaknesses. But as the family is unwillingly brought together to celebrate ?Mum?s? wedding anniversary (regardless of deceased Dad), revolt is in the air. One son gathers the courage to tell Mum he is moving to Canada and another breaks the news of an impending marriage. Mum finds her long ascendancy is broken at last.

    The play is best remembered for the film version which starred Bette Davis and Sheila Hancock. Playwright Bill MacIlwraith said of the play: “… dear old Mum is a woman whose possessiveness is a killer, yet like the devil, she has an undeniable charm. She would never have been drowned as a witch, she would have been crowned Queen.”

    Tickets are available at

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  • Police officer in Thame murder case commended

    A police officer based in Thame was one of four commended for their commitment and professionalism during the investigation into the murder of an elderly woman, whose body was dumped and burnt near Thame.

    Their investigation into the murder of 93 year-old Thea Zaudy in July 2007, led to the successful prosecution of Adrian Lis and Jolanta Kalinowska, who both received life sentences.

    Mrs Zoudy was murdered by Kalinowska, who was her cleaner at the time, and who then crammed Mrs Zoudy’s body into a suitcase with the help of her son, Adrian Lis. With the unwitting help of a friend, they then drove out to farmland just outside Thame, and Adrian Lis set fire to the suit case. It was later found by two farm workers.

    Asst. Det Insp Anthony Collingwood, from Thame, along with Det Con William Downey, Det Con Alan Hillsdon and Det Con Paul Mackie, will receive their commendations at a special ceremony at Drayton Park Golf Club, on Tuesday, May 26,(2009).

    Photo: Thea Zaudy