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Funds available for local groups - how to bid
I recently got the email (below) from Alexandra Ward councillor Dave Beacham and thought I'd share it here:
Do you know a local group, charity or business that would be a worthy recipient of a local grant?
Your local Liberal Democrat councillors are
Pinkham Way Alliance - please sign today!
Once again the Pinkham Way Alliance is asking all supporters to sign up to be represented by it in another consultation that affects the future of the nature conservation site at Pinkham Way.
This time it is the Haringey Local Plan: Strategic Polici
Wood Green Area Action Plan - Public Consultation
Haringey Council is running a public consultation on draft proposals for an Area Action Plan for the Wood Green area. Wood Green has been identified as a Growth Area in Haringey’s Local Plan with significant potential to provide new jobs and homes,
Read more…Post offices under threat in Muswell Hill and Crouch End
The post offices in Muswell Hill and Crouch End have been put forward for private franchises and face closure if no one is found to take them on. Petitions have been launched to help save the post offices, and have been backed by over 600 local peopl
Read more…Farewell to the fallow deer in Alexandra Park
I received this sad news from the Friends of Alexandra Park yesterday:
Fallow Deer Herd in Alexandra Park
As you may have seen in the local press, the Alexandra Park and Palace Trust has decided to move the fallow deer herd from the Park to two dee
2 free tickets to see Giacometti - Pure Presence at the National Portrait Gallery
This fantastic exhibition closes on Sunday 10th January so grab them while you can.
Disposing of your Christmas tree - guidance from Haringey Council
From Haringey Council's website:
Christmas Tree Recycling
Help to cut carbon emissions and protect our parkland. When it is time to get rid of your Christmas tree, remember that it can be recycled and the bark shavings used in council gardens.
Green Guru - new shop on Alexandra Park Road
What do people think about the Green Guru shop opening on Alexandra Park Road? Several people I've spoken to have been really positive about this new addition to the local high street, citing its fresh fruit and veg as a particular plus. Others have
Read more…Winter Warmers at the Pavilion Cafe
I noticed this offer yesterday and thought I'd share it. The Pavilion Cafe has undergone a refurbishment and has a new chef. There are also comfortable sofas and enough tables for you to be able to spread out if you want to read the paper or have a p
Read more…Star Wars 'Yoda' costume needed for Christmas party
For my work Christmas party on Monday I am dressing up as Yoda from Star Wars (yes, I know....). I've got a mask already but if anyone has a brown tunic I could borrow that would be great. Thank you!
Alexandra Palace Theatre - building works begin in January
Exciting news from the Friends of Alexandra Palace Theatre - namely that the main contractor for the renovation has just been appointed, and work will start in January. The Theatre Trust has been involved in developing the future theatre programming
Read more…The campaign to save Hornsey Town Hall
I expect many people are aware of the ongoing battle to secure the future of the wonderful 1930s Hornsey Town Hall in Crouch End. The Hornsey Town Hall Appreciation Society has been set up in order to ensure community use and access to the town hall
Read more…People’s March for Climate Justice and Jobs Sunday 29th November
The People’s March for Climate Justice and Jobs is taking place on Sunday 29 November. There will be many big marches throughout the world this day to tell the world’s leaders, meeting in Paris, that they must tackle climate change radically and urge
Read more…Confirmation of Colney Hatch Lane junctions safety improvements
Here's an update from Cross Safe N10:
We are delighted to let you know that Haringey Council has confirmed to us in writing this week that the improvement works have been programmed with their contractor and TfL Signals to commence in January 2016.
Read more…Newsletter editor needed
The Muswell Hill and Fortis Green Association is looking for a creative local person to edit their newsletter, which is produced 6 times a year and goes to all 700 members.
The job involves editing incoming material and also coming up with ideas for
Read more…Consultation for 'Mini Holland' development on Green Lanes - closes this Friday 9th October
The consultation for the Green Lanes section of the ‘Mini Holland’ development is closing this Friday, 9 October. It’s a scheme to redevelop Green Lanes and three other major Enfield roads, funded by TfL. There is a vigorous campaign against it by l
Read more…Haringey Council announces new logo
Last week Haringey ditched its 1960s municipal logo in favour of this new one. What do you think? I'm afraid this image isn't great but you get the idea..
Foxes again
I am careful to secure our food waste bin but for some reason, foxes like our front garden path and leave their droppings right outside the front door. Which smell terrible. Anyone got any ideas about what I can do?
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