Friday's fun fact
Did you know that Napoleon was once attacked by thousands of rabbits?
100 mile charity bike ride from Shotley for much-loved Chelmondiston butcher
By Derek Davis
28th Oct 2021 | Local News
The family of well known, and much-loved Chelmondiston butcher Peter Hollingsworth have come together to turn their loss into a positive by taking on a testing 100-mile cycling challenge in their grandad's memory.
Charlie Bathe, 23, will be cycling 97 miles from Shotley, where Peter lived, to Brancaster beach in Norfolk tomorrow, October 29 inspired by his well-respected and missed grandad, who died from a brain tumour in July aged 80.
Shotley peninsula councillor gets involved in school's out scheme supporting Babergh families
By Derek Davis
28th Oct 2021 | Local News
Babergh's children continue to benefit from fun activities during the school holidays, including family park cookery sessions, which cabinet member for communities Cllr Derek Davis visited today.
The council has partnered with Abbeycroft Leisure and Explore Outdoor to offer the outdoor cooking masterclasses to families in need during the October half-term – cementing its commitment to reducing health inequalities, as set out in its recently adopted Wellbeing Strategy.
Thursday's trivia
What is the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time?
Derek Davis Ganges ward report: small grants available, new social houses for Shotley residents, and new Trees For Life
By Derek Davis
27th Oct 2021 | Local News
Derek Davis District Councillor Report for Ganges Ward
The Up Side
Orwell logistics park near peninsula given final go ahead by councillors
By Derek Davis
27th Oct 2021 | Local News
Final planning permission for a new logistics park off the A14 between the Shotley peninsula and Felixstowe has been approved, creating more than 1,100 new jobs in the area.
Approval for matters around landscaping, scale, appearance, layout and access for land at the former Orwell Crossing park next to the truck stop and Ransomes industrial estate had been deferred from last month.
Shotley peninsula: UPDATE: two rescued, one dead as Border Force respond to incident off Harwich coast
By Derek Davis
27th Oct 2021 | Local News
UPDATED: 07.30 (October 27) One migrant died, two brought ashore from dinghy.
A spokesperson said: "While the investigation into this incident continues, it is a reminder of the extreme dangers of crossing the Channel in small boats and the callous disregard for life shown by the criminal gangs."
Wednesday's wonderful fact
Did you know that Chinese police use geese squads?
Tuesday's on this day
In 1984, "The Terminator" directed by James Cameron, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Linda Hamilton was first released in the US.
Monday's morning quiz
Which country in the world is believed to have the most miles of motorway?
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