Parish News 145 (March 2009)

Poultry Smell There has been a persistent smell of chickens throughout the village since before Christmas util well in to the New Year and recently there have been occasional days of chicken smell; parishioners in Pudding Norton, Green Lane have also had issues with the smell. It is suspected that this unpleasant odour has been emanating from the poultry unit located within the Parish. The Environment agency has been approached to see if this issue can be addressed. Parishioners affected by the smell have been requested to keep a log and have been advised that the poultry unit cycle is 42 days long with the strongest smells expected towards the end of the cycle. Copies of the log can be obtained from Peter or Sarah Durke on 01328 863404 or via e-mail (peter_durke@excite.com).

Memorial Hall Gates The gates outside the Memorial Hall have kindly been renovated by Fakenham High School and are in the process of being re-hung. The Parish Council is indebted to Mr Jones and his team of students at the High School for the renovation work, and to Mr Alan Bridges for organising the repair and transportation.

Future Parish Meeting Dates Parish Council meeting are held in the Memorial Hall at 7:30 pm on the 2nd Monday af alternate months. Parishioners are most welcome to attend these meetings. Prior to the meeting parishioners are invited to discuss village matters. Forthcoming Parish Council meeting scheduled for:

9th March 2009

11th May 2009

13th July 2009

14th September 2009

9th November 2009

Affordable Housing The request for planning permission for affordable housing in Dereham Road has been withdrawn.



Your Community Needs You!
Volunteer Health Connectors are being sought in local communities to help make Norfolk healthier. The Health Connectors Service is a new project using volunteers to support and encourage people who want to improve their health. This free service is available to anyone over 60. It is also available to those in receipt of an income related benefits, who are disabled or have a long term health condition. Health Connectors can help people:
  • Reduce their risk of a fall.
  • Improve their general fitness.
  • Quit smoking.
  • Reduce their alcohol intake.
  • Manage their diet and weight.
Health Connectors provide up to six visits with someone who wants to improve their health. This will involve working with them to set easy and realistic goals as well as providing the information and support that they need to succeed. This service is available for people living in North Norfolk, Broadland, Breckland and South Norfolk.
For more information on the Health ConnectorsbService please contact the Health Connectors Coordinator on 01603 883847. Health Connectors is a service run by Voluntary Norfolk and funded by NHS Norfolk and Breckland District Council.






Macmillan Cancer Support


Your chance to take part in the annual sponsored Bure Valley Railway Walk. This year the event includes a free trip on a Bure Valley steam train taking place on April 4th and 5th. Money raised goes towardsa variety of services that Macmillan provides, including Macmillan Nurses, emotional, medical and financial support, and also help the chariy to get a step closer to achieving its ambition of being able to help everyne affected by cancer. To register simply ring 01603 626433 or visit www.macmillan.org.uk/walking.

April Parish News Submissions

The deadline for April 2009 articles is 16th March. Please contact the editor on etnorwood@tiscali.co.uk or 01328 855665 or ar 21 Field Lane, Fakenham. NR21 9QX.





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