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Shipston Neighbourhood Plan
Shipston Neighbourhood Plan : Statutory Consultation Notice
Consultation date set for Shipston's Draft Neighbourhood Plan
Public consultation on the draft Shipston Neighbourhood Plan begins on the 7th November. This consultation gives residents the chance to have their say on the plan before it is submitted to the district council for review.
The draft plan is the culmination of a huge amount of work, largely done by volunteers, to get under the skin of the main issues affecting Shipston in relation to planning, development and sustainability. It is designed to reflect the policies and projects which residents have indicated are local priorities and should guide future development in the town. If adopted, the plan will form part of a suite of formal documents which must be considered when assessing future planning applications.
The draft plan covers a variety of topics including making the riverside public land in the Mill Street area more attractive, accessible and valuable to residents, establishing wellbeing zones to improve access to and enjoyment of public open space and consideration of potential schemes to improve traffic flow in the town centre.
The formal consultation notification is on page 11. It sets out how, and where, a copy of the plan may be viewed, together with how comments can be made.
Once the consultation period has ended (31st December), the feedback will be analysed and any relevant changes or alterations to the plan will be made before it is submitted to Stratford District Council.
The plan will then be reviewed by an Examiner, which may take some time to complete, before a public referendum takes place. It will be for local residents to decide, through the referendum, whether they would like to adopt the Neighbourhood Plan.
Mayor, Ronnie Murphy, said: "I am extremely grateful to the members of the public who have volunteered to do all research and public consultation needed to develop this draft plan for our town. Now, it is for us as residents to do our bit. I strongly encourage you to take the time to read and comment on the draft plan."
Progress reports will continue to be included in future editions of the Forum. For more information and to view the draft plan (from 7th November) visit www.shipstonnp.org
The whiff of frustration as dog mess mounts up
There has been a significant increase in the amount of dog mess left on pavements and public fields in recent weeks. In response, the town council has instigated use of the town's CCTV to catch irresponsible pet owners and is calling on residents to name and shame those who don't pick up after their pet.
Having previously welcomed dogs, the Sheldon Bosley Hub has been forced to issue a warning that they may have to close off access to their fields for dog walking if the situation doesn't improve. Residents have been calling on dog owners to do the right thing: "Please do not reduce a very limited choice of such space for dogs to exercise in Shipston to nil. We need you on our side. If we ALL clear up we can ALL use this field. Don't disappoint us please", one comment on Facebook reads.
Shipston Rugby Club has already instigated a ban on dogs on the pitches, although dogs can be exercised along the path to the left of the pitch.
Mayor, Ronnie Murphy, said: "It is extremely frustrating that we are all being affected by a handful of irresponsible dog owners. Thankfully the majority of people do clear up after their pets. But in light of news that some areas may be closed off to all dogs, we are encouraging residents to name and shame those who don't clean up. The Town Council has run public awareness campaigns thanks to volunteers giving up time to raise awareness of the issue but we need residents to get involved."
If owners are caught not cleaning up after their pet, they can be fined or prosecuted. Shipston has access to the Dog Warden at Stratford District Council who is happy to support enforcement where evidence can be provided.
For more information on how to report an irresponsible dog owner, please contact the Town Clerk on clerk@shipstononline.org or 01608 662180.
2nd Sep 2016
Community comes together to give Ethan Suglo a lifesaving opportunity
Thanks in large part to the generosity of the local community, three year-old Ethan Suglo has received life saving surgery and is recovering well.
Ethan came to the attention of Shipston doctor, David Williams, when he was visiting his daughter in Ghana. Ethan was suffering with a condition which, if left untreated, would be fatal within a couple of years. Unable to secure the surgery needed in Ghana, Dr Williams, working with charity 'Willing and Abel' asked for the community's help in raising funds to bring Ethan to the UK for surgery.
In just a few weeks, the fundraising target had been reached, with over £55,000 raised in total, and Ethan was on his way to Britain accompanied by his Dad, Charles. Ethan's surgery took place a few weeks ago at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford. He is convalescing locally with the Williams family.
Dr Williams said: "Clearly Ethan has had major surgery but he's recovering extremely well and we are really pleased with his progress. As long as there are no complications he should be able to fly home in September.
"I would like to thank all those who got behind our fundraising efforts which has enabled us to give Ethan a future. He's a fantastic little boy and it's been lovely getting to know him," Dr Williams added.
Shipston Town Council considers options for new green spaces in Shipston
Exciting proposals for two potential projects to enhance public open spaces in Shipston are currently being considered by Shipston Town Council.
With a planning application about to be submitted for a care home and extra care housing on Tilemans Lane, the council has been asked to consider options for section 106 funding for open spaces should the application be approved. Initial ideas for two schemes were put forward at the August council meeting, one to improve the open space at Mill Street car park and one to create a new tranquility garden at the London Road Cemetery.
The Mill Street option would include landscaping the green area, clever planting and the creation of hedgerow 'windows' to allow people to enjoy the views across the river. Additional seating could also be installed to create an attractive area for picnics, making a welcoming space for residents and visitors alike.
The idea of a tranquillity garden at the London Road Cemetery was sparked by a similar project in Stratford. The garden would be a peaceful place to visit and remember loved ones, with space for ash burial pots or the scattering of ashes and quiet areas for reflection. There would also be the option to purchase memorial plaques which would be carefully situated around the garden.
Mayor, Ronnie Murphy, said: "Both ideas would be of real benefit to Shipston, offering people of all ages the opportunity to spend more time outdoors, relaxing and enjoying beautiful and peaceful surroundings. We are currently looking into the costs to find out what is possible should the funding become available, including whether both schemes could be progressed over time. We will keep residents updated on the next steps."
In the meantime, St Edmund's Church is helping to provide access to green spaces in the town by once again opening up its churchyard, following a very successful trial in June. The churchyard will be open daily from 9am to 5pm on the 10th to 30th September.
Shipston Town Council unveils new look for website
The Shipston Town Council website has been thoroughly refreshed and redesigned to make it even easier to find the information you need. The bright, clear website is easy to navigate and contains useful information about the town.
The website is being launched with a new address to clearly identify it as a town council website and can be found at www.shipstontowncouncil.org.
New to the website is a 'Helpful Hints' section, offering tips and advice on a range of common issues such as highway faults, litter, dog fouling and allotments. You can even find out how to report consistent non delivery of the Forum or what to do if your neighbour's hedge is becoming a nuisance.
Commenting on the redesign, Peter White, Chair of the Communications Working Group, said: "We wanted to make sure we were providing residents with the most useful information. The helpful hints section covers some of the questions most frequently received by the office so that people can find the information they need quickly and easily."
Also new to the site is the option to read current and back issues of the Shipston Forum online, in full colour.
In addition to the new features, residents can still access news and events information as well as council documents and links to the council's social media pages.
1st Aug 2016
Stratford District Council Core Strategy is finally approved
Stratford District Council has formally approved the long-awaited Core Strategy for Stratford on Avon District.
The planning document, which sets the blueprint for development within the district over the next 15 years, has been in development for some time, with various consultations and amendments required along the way. The adopted strategy will form the starting point for the determination of future planning applications.
District Councillor and Leader of Stratford-on-Avon District Council, Chris Saint, said: "Stratford District has reached a key stage in its planning history. This is what we have been working towards - providing the planning vision for the next 15 years across the District."
The news is significant for Shipston as it is likely to directly impact the number of major planning applications that are approved by the district council. The Core Strategy states that Shipston should expect to accommodate a minimum of approximately 500 homes during the plan period (to 2031). These have already received planning approval. This number does not include extra care homes, of which 138 have already been approved for Shipston. The town may also be expected to accommodate a small number of additional homes during the later part of the plan period.
Mayor, Ronnie Murphy, said: "The adoption of the Core Strategy is good news for Shipston. Without this document we have been unable to protect our town from large scale developments.
"Going forward, this planning policy, together with our own emerging Neighbourhood Plan, should put Shipston in a much stronger position to ensure we get the right type and scale of development in future."
Shipston Proms fortnight delights the crowds
The 18th Shipston Proms fortnight once again drew the crowds to Shipston and surrounding villages as people took the opportunity to hear the wide range of music on offer.
Culminating in a finale which celebrated local bands including Kinky Farnham and Wired, the Proms ran from 17th June to the 2nd July, packing in over 30 separate musical events along the way. Firm favourites such as the 'Songs from the shows' and the 'Fame Contest' were held alongside new events including a Ceilidh with local band '16 Strings and a Dead Goat' as well as the first performance of newly-formed U3A jazz band, Incognito.
Like many local events, Shipston Proms is only made possible thanks to the hard work of a committed band of volunteers, headed by Tim Porter who has led the committee for 18 years. Tim is now stepping down as chair, with Alan Thompson taking up the reigns for 2017.
Mayor, Ronnie Murphy, said: "On behalf of my fellow councillors and local residents, I would like to thank the Proms committee for the exceptional work they do to make this wonderful two week festival happen every year. In my opinion, this year's event was the best yet and it was wonderful to see so many young people getting involved.
"Our particular thanks go to Tim Porter for leading the Proms for so many years. We are delighted Alan Thompson is stepping forward to take up the reigns and look forward to another wonderful event next year."
Photo by Chris Roberts, WiderView Photo PR
Cautious green light from town councillors for new care home
A planning application for a 60 bed care home and 12 'extra care' dwellings on the former Turbine Bladings site on Tilemans Lane has been cautiously welcomed by Shipston Town Council. The formal application made to Stratford District Council follows initial consultation with Shipston Town Council and local residents earlier in the year.
Plans include landscaping and parking, with the design structured to enable care for patients with dementia, those in need of nursing care and/or residential care.
Concerns were raised about safe access given the proximity to the primary school and other local businesses. As a result, the town council is likely to request a pedestrian crossing to improve safety, as well as imposing restrictions on when deliveries can be made to the site.
Following detailed discussions, town councillors voted to support the planning application subject to a series of conditions which will be submitted to the district council's planning team.
Shipston Town Council unveils new website
Stratford District Core Strategy finally approved
What's on for young people in Shipston this summer?
The summer holidays are fast approaching and thanks to various organisations in Shipston, there are plenty of activities to help keep young people occupied throughout the break.
There are lots of ways to stay active. Shipston Tennis Club is holding mini tennis camps for 5-11 year olds for three weeks from 25th July (weekdays only). The courses run from 10am-1pm and cost £11 for members, £15 for non-members. Each session covers a new area of tennis using drills, group exercises and other techniques. To book, please contact Jose – 07969 055032 or jolilian24@yahoo.com. All equipment will be provided. Places are limited so please book early.
Everyone Active will be offering intensive courses to perfect those swimming skills. For full details of what is on offer, contact Shipston Leisure Centre on 662354.
Support Sport Minigames is making a comeback, this time holding multisports, dance and football courses at the Sheldon Bosley Hub. Running on weekdays from 25th July to 2nd September, the main activities take place from 10am to 3pm, with early drop off and late pick available on request. For details and to book, call 0247 722 0290 or email booking@supportsport.org.
Shipston Archery Club is hoping to offer a six-lesson beginners course during the summer which will bring newcomers up to club level. Details are still being finalised. Please contact David Beeton via dgrb@rocketmail.com.
For those wanting to get creative, Calypso Kids will be running a series of family fun days at the Townsend Hall. The sessions will offer a mixture of music for younger children and crafts for older kids. For more details including dates, please visit www.calypsokids.co.uk.
The popular Children's Holiday Club, open to all primary school children, is once again being held in St. Edmund's Church from July 26th to 29th between 10am until 12.30pm. Costing just £2 per morning, this fun club includes stories, games and crafts all based around the film Toy Story. For more information see the ad on page 8 or contact Rosemary on 662584.
Event season is in full swing in Shipston
The spring and summer events season is well underway in Shipston, thanks to crowd-pleasing events such as the Wool Fair, Shipston Proms and Fish 'n' Frolics weekend.
At the end of May, Shipston celebrated its woolly heritage with a series of special events including a Totally Locally arts and crafts market, Jazz concert and the Wool Fair itself. The Wool Fair photography competition was won by John Smith (adult category) and Noah Wilcox (children's category), while everyone was wowed by the fabulous sheep-themed fancy dress competition entrants. Attracting hundreds of residents and visitors across the weekend, the events proved extremely popular, and set the tone for a busy calendar of community activities to come.
The 17th June saw the official launch of the Shipston Proms which is now in full swing. Events as varied as a traditional Ceilidh, children's concerts, jazz and samba bands make up the varied programme which has already attracted lots of visitors to the town.
On the 2nd July, residents and visitors are expected to flock to the town square for the Last Night of the Proms. This free annual event is popular with all ages. This year, the event will be 'Goin' Local' to celebrate talent close to home. Bands including Kinky Farnham and Wired will headline the night, with the winners of this year's Fame contest also performing live.
There will be a short pause for breath before the next big event in the town – the annual Fish 'n' Frolics event held by Shipston Angling Club. This three-day festival starts on Friday 29th July at Shipston Sports Club. Having joined forces with Picnic on the Pitch, this year's event will have even more to offer including live music and lots of activities for all the family.
In the meantime, the organisers of Shipston's Food Festival are already making great headway with their plans for this year's festival, which will take place on the 18th September.
Commenting on the impressive line up of activities in 2016, Mayor, Ronnie Murphy, said: "We are very fortunate in this town that there are so many people willing to give up their time to put on these wonderful events. As a Wool Fair volunteer, I know just how much time and effort these events require and I would like to say a big thank you to everyone who helps ensure there is plenty of entertainment on offer throughout the year for Shipston residents".
Your town council supporting local events
Most of Shipston's community events are organised and run by volunteers. Shipston Town Council actively supports many events through a mixture of grants and voluntary work, as well as organising one-off events such as the Queen's Birthday Beacon and Fireworks.
The Wool Fair receives funding and administrative support, with two town councillors and the Town Clerk actively involved. The Shipston Proms also receives funding, while two councillors take an active role in organising the event.
Both the Fish 'n' Frolics and Food Festivals receive grants from the town council and the Shipston Victorian Evening is also actively supported by the council through grant funding and voluntary support.
These and other events are also given free advertising via the town council website, social media and Shipston Forum to help attract visitors.
Mayor, Ronnie Murphy, said: "Supporting the community in putting on local events is an important part of the council's role. These events contribute to the vitality of the town, offering entertainment and attracting visitors which support our local businesses."
Shipston welcomes new Mayor, Ronnie Murphy
The Town Council meeting in May saw the election of Ronnie Murphy to the role of Mayor of Shipston. This is the second time Ronnie has served as Mayor of the town. Following two nominations and a ballot in which the Mayor had the casting vote, Alison Henderson was appointed Deputy Mayor.
In handing over her Mayoral chain, former Mayor, Jackie Warner, thanked all those who had supported her and invited her to events during her time in office. Her highlights included being mistaken for Queen Victoria at the Shipston Victorian Evening, getting to know the other local mayors and HM The Queen's birthday celebrations.
In accepting her new role as Mayor, Ronnie Murphy set out her priorities for the year ahead, including the completion of the Neighbourhood Plan; investigating the possibility of a walking/jogging track around the perimeter of the sports field on London Road; and seeing the town council achieve the National Association of Local Councils Gold Standard.
Ronnie Murphy led the thanks to Jackie Warner for leading the town council over the past 12 months.
Birthday Beacon proves a big success
Crowds of residents of all ages flocked to the top of Whaddon Farm on 21 April to celebrate HM The Queen's 90th birthday.
In what proved to be a delightful community celebration, the free event gave people of all ages the chance to experience some of the best views of Shipston, including seeing five other local beacons alight in neighbouring towns and villages. Not content with just lighting a beacon, Shipston took its celebrations a step further with an impressive fireworks display made possible thanks to fundraising by the then Mayor, Jackie Warner, and Deputy Mayor, Ronnie Murphy.
Former Mayor, Jackie Warner, said: "It was wonderful to see so many people joining in the celebrations for The Queen's birthday and a special treat for me as it was one of my last events as Mayor. Thank you to all those who worked so hard to make the event possible, including our wonderful beacon builders and Shipston Rotary for manning the car park."
(photos by Dan Scobie)
Ever dreamed of being a fire fighter?
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service are currently recruiting to Shipston Fire station. Town councillor, Dan Scobie, was recently invited to spend an evening at the fire station with Watch Commander, Mike Jones and his crew, to find out what's involved and the challenges the Service faces to recruit retained firefighters.
"We're looking to recruit firefighters that live or work in Shipston who can be on standby for anything from 40 to 120 hours per week" Mike explained. "Currently we're relying on cover from outside of Shipston, so we need to recruit more firefighters from within the community".
"We have a crew of 8 at the moment, which means we've got at least 4 vacancies we need to fill. We take people from 18 and there is no upper age limit, you just need to be fit and healthy and ready to respond to the call" Mike added.
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue offers a high standard of training to all recruits, which includes first aid training and First Person on Scene. As well as being able to fight fires, retained firefighters are a real asset to the community, and have been called on to provide valuable first aid while waiting for paramedics to arrive.
Retained firefighters need to live or work close to Shipston Fire Station. For more information on being a retained firefighter log onto http://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/beextraordinary
Alternatively call Leeanna Kostka on (01926) 852223.
Shipston Award presented to Barbara Bean
Mayor Jackie Warner was delighted to present local resident, Barbara Bean with the Shipston Award at the Annual Town Meeting last month.
Barbara has worked voluntarily at the primary school for 23 years, she is a former teacher and enjoys helping the younger children progress with their reading.
Barbara was also a founder member of the Shipston Widows Group which has become a lifeline for many of the ladies in town who are newly widowed and need to rebuild their network without their sadly missed life partners. The group has gone from strength to strength, with Barbara arranging many events and supporting new members of the group.
Mayor, Jackie Warner, said: "Barbara is a very worthy recipient of the Shipston Award for voluntary work in the town. She has supported many young children with their reading - including my own – and provides valuable support to those who have lost their partners. Congratulations on your award, Barbara."
Whipping up a wonderful woolly weekend in Shipston
Shipston is set to host its best ever Wool Fair this month, with woolly celebrations taking place across the bank holiday weekend (28-30th May).
Now in its eighth year, the Shipston Wool Fair has become the highlight of the spring calendar in the town. Free to attend, the fair provides an opportunity to celebrate Shipston's important sheep and wool heritage, as well as providing a fun-packed day out for families.
This year the Wool Fair Committee has combined forces with Shipston's Totally Locally team and other clubs to provide a busy bank holiday weekend of activities to suit all ages.
Beginning on Saturday 28th, Totally Locally will be holding an Arts & Crafts fair from 10am to 4pm in Sheep Street and The Bury. The market will bring together talented crafts people and artists from Shipston and surrounding areas, offering unique retail therapy, with local musicians and Calypso Music adding to the entertainment.
In the evening, head to St Edmund's Church for a French style Jazz concert at 7:30pm. Tickets cost just £10 and are available by calling 07957 709937 or on the door.
Sunday 29th sees the return of the Rotary Songs of Praise – a wonderful opportunity for the community to get together for a light hearted afternoon of hymns, songs, readings, poems and music. To take part, head to St Edmund's Church for 3pm.
Throughout the weekend, entries to the Wool Fair photography competition will be on display at St Edmund's. The competition is designed to celebrate Shipston's heritage and the winner will have their photo professionally framed by Foxwist Picture Framers. For details, visit www.shipstonwoolfair.co.uk
Finally, and most importantly, the Wool Fair itself will be rounding off the weekend in style. On Bank Holiday Monday 30th, the town centre will be transformed into a woolly wonderland, complete with show ring allowing local farmers to parade their rare breed sheep before they are sheared in front of a captive audience. Alongside the sheep showcase will be spinning and felting demonstrations, live entertainment, games and activities, while stallholders and local shops will have plenty of treats to purchase.
Fresh food from lamb burgers to local ice cream will be available to buy, so it's a perfect opportunity to sample artisan produce and locally-reared meat.
The Wool Fair opens at 10am and closes at 4pm. To find out more visit www.shipstonwoolfair.co.uk
Calling all residents - can you help Ethan?
The urgent plight of three year-old Ethan from Ghana has become a local priority thanks to the passion and commitment of local GP, Dr David Williams, and his family.
Dr Williams met Ethan last year when visiting his daughter who was volunteering in Ghana. Ethan was born with a severe abdominal defect, meaning many of his vital organs are outside of his stomach lining. Had he been born in the UK, this would have been resolved with an operation shortly after birth with no ongoing problems. Without the expertise or resources available in his home country, however, Ethan is now in urgent need of life-saving surgery.
Dr Williams was determined to find a way to help Ethan. Thanks to support from a charity called Willing and Abel, an Oxford-based surgeon has agreed to operate in the UK and Ethan and his father will stay with the Williams' family while Ethan recovers from his operation.
Surgery of this kind outside of the NHS is expensive and a lump sum of £25,000 plus travel costs is needed to allow the operation to go ahead. Willing and Abel have pledged £10,000 with the rest needing to come from donations. Local residents have already thrown themselves into various fundraising efforts and there are lots of ways you can support Ethan's cause. A cake sale raised well in excess of £300, donations have been flooding in and many people have signed up to do activities to raise money.
Donation tins and information can be found at Shipston Medical Centre, Lloyds Bank as well as in some shops around the town. To donate online, visit www.virginmoneygiving.com/someonespecial/ethan
Dr Williams is keen to hear from anyone who wants to run their own fundraising initiative – to share your ideas, please email davidcornercottage@gmail.com or to find out more about what's already planned, visit https://www.facebook.com/ethansuglo25000
Dr Williams said: "I see this as an opportunity for our community to help save the life of a little boy and the positive response from local residents has been overwhelming. Thanks to everyone's generosity, we have already raised over £10,000 and the surgery is within our grasp. I'd like to thank everyone for their support."
In the happy event that fundraising exceeds the target needed for Ethan's surgery and aftercare, any remaining donations will be used by Willing and Abel to support other children in urgent need of help.
22nd Feb 2016
Birthday Beacon to light up Shipston in April
Shipston is to build a beacon to commemorate The Queen's 90th birthday on Thursday 21st April.
Along with many other towns and villages across the UK, Shipston will light a beacon as part of the public celebrations of the Queen's birthday. In addition, at the request of Mayor, Jackie Warner, the town hopes to host a special fireworks display alongside the beacon-lighting. The plan is to create a memorable occasion suitable for all the family.
Shipston has a proud history of building beacons, under the watchful eye of Sid Peachey who passed away recently. Having shared his expertise with other local residents, it is hoped that the April beacon will also be a fitting tribute to Sid's legacy.
To raise money to fund the fireworks, a special Beacon Bingo night is being held on the 27th February at the Sheldon Bosley Hub (see the advert on page 8). With all efforts being made to secure fantastic prizes, residents are being urged to support the event to help raise as much as possible to make the Queen's birthday celebrations go off with a real bang.
Jackie Warner said: "This is something I want to do for the town – it's an important occasion which is why I'd like to see us make it extra special with fireworks to accompany the beacon. Rather than approach the council to fund the event, we are hoping to cover some or all of the costs through our fundraising bingo night."
More information about the timing of the Beacon and Fireworks event will be published in the April edition of the Shipston Forum.
Councillors call on residents to help get Shipston Clean for the Queen
The first weekend in March could see the UK's largest ever spring clean as towns and villages across the country get Clean for The Queen.
As part of HM The Queen's 90th birthday celebrations, Shipston residents are being urged to join the town's regular litter picking volunteers to give Shipston extra shine this month.
Thanks to the launch of the Proud of My Town Campaign by Councillor Fay Ivens four years ago, Shipston already has a loyal band of litter pickers which meet every month. In addition to occasional helpers, the Proud of My Town team regularly attracts ten people, some of whom have been coming since day one. Armed with litter picking sticks and black bags, they make short work of tidying the town.
Thanks to their efforts, combined with the regular work undertaken by the council's cleansing contractor, litter is at a low level in Shipston, with only a few problem areas around the town. Nevertheless, the team would be delighted to welcome more volunteers for a right Royal clean-up on 5th March. Simply turn up at New Clark House at 10am – equipment and refreshments will be provided.
For more information, please contact Fay Ivens or Georgina Beaumont on 01608 662180.
Nominate your local heroes for the Shipston Award
Are you in awe of what your neighbour, friend or colleague does for charity? Then now is the time to seek recognition for what they do.
Shipston Town Council is calling on residents to nominate people for the annual Shipston Award. The award recognises the contribution an individual makes to the local community in a voluntary capacity. Nominating is easy and could result in your hero receiving formal recognition for their work.
Town councillors will review the nominations in April, with the winner being announced at the Annual Town Meeting in April.
To nominate, download the form from www.shipstononline.org or send a letter including the name and contact details of the nominee and why you're nominating them to New Clark House, West Street or clerk@shipstononline.org.
Nominations close on 31st March 2016.
Shipston's Emerging Neighbourhood Plan
Following months of research, analysis and community engagement, Shipston now has an emerging Neighbourhood Plan (NP). Within the next few weeks, the NP team intends to put together the draft plan drawing on the work completed to date and the feedback from members of the public and other stakeholders. It is now more important than ever to have your say on what will be a vital document in contributing to future planning policy for the town.
The open day held in December enabled many residents to understand and give feedback on the emerging plan. Further drop-in sessions for local clubs, businesses, councillors and NP team members from nearby parishes held in January have provided additional opportunities to gain feedback and discuss policy options.
With a feedback questionnaire due to arrive through letterboxes with the Midweek newspaper in February, some of the key information from the Open Day has been summarised in the first few pages of this month's Shipston Forum. The proposals are still in draft and are subject to change. Please take this opportunity to read the information and have your say, either via the household questionnaire or by getting directly involved with the plan process by contacting the team via np@shipstononline.org or 01608 662180.
A Neighbourhood Plan is a community-led framework for guiding the future development, regeneration and conservation of an area. Being part of the statutory Development Plan for its wider Local Authority area, it carries far more weight than town plans and design statements and, once adopted, can be a powerful tool for shaping a neighbourhood's future.
A Neighbourhood Plan is about the use and development of land, and may also deal with issues that are of relevance to the local community. Shipston's NP team focuses on five important themes: Housing, Environment, Infrastructure, Flood Risk and Economy, seeking to address such challenges as an ever-increasing population as yet unmatched by additional infrastructure provision, the decline in local employment opportunities, the threat of further flooding episodes and the impact of recent development on the townscape and rural landscape settings.
For more information about the objectives of the plan and the emerging proposals, read the special feature in the February Shipston Forum - http://www.shipstononline.org/shipston-forum.html
New Year, New Resolution- Could You Volunteer?
From getting fit to giving up smoking, the start of a New Year is traditionally seen as an ideal time to try something new. This year, Shipston Town Council is encouraging residents to add volunteering to their 2016 resolutions to help the town's many local community groups and charities thrive.
Shipston is awash with groups and activities designed to help others. These range from providing opportunities to learn new skills and share common interests to life-saving services and vital support groups. In some cases, these groups support the work of the NHS and social care services, including helping people with conditions such as dementia or visual impairments, as well as those who have suffered a bereavement.
Shipston's youngest residents benefit significantly from the efforts of volunteers who run scout groups, brownies, church groups, St John's Ambulance and Young Firefighters to name a few. In addition, the sports clubs rely heavily on volunteer coaches as well as committee members who can help run and fundraise for the clubs.
While fundraising is a key part of maintaining many of these facilities, time is one of the most valuable donations they can receive. For example, scouts are desperate for more volunteers to help run groups, particularly for older age groups (10-18 year olds). The rugby club needs coaches, the Royal British Legion always welcomes Poppy Appeal collectors and Stour Valley Lions are looking for new members to help them continue to support many local charities and events.
Projects such as the Neighbourhood Plan and the Shipston Area Flood Awareness Group have only been able to progress thanks to the considerable input of volunteers – and the town council itself is dependent on residents being prepared to volunteer to be a councillor.
Mayor, Jackie Warner, said: "Shipston owes much of its community spirit and its impressive range of clubs and services to the generosity of those who give up their time to make all this possible. Not everyone is in a position to make a regular commitment but many of us can find at least some time to help, and it can be extremely rewarding work."
Whether it's an hour a month or a day a week, there are many different ways you can help your local community. To find out more about how you can contribute, either contact one of the local groups you would like to support or ask the Town Clerk for more information via clerk@shipstononline.org.
Clubs and societies set to benefit from town council grants
Shipston Town Council has voted to award grants worth a total of £15,300 to community groups in the town. The grants, for the financial year April 2016-March 2017, were agreed following careful consideration of the bids put forward.
From running town events to supporting those affected by illness, the grants will help ensure a number of community groups can continue to provide the wide variety of services and support residents have come to rely on.
Grants of varying amounts have been awarded to the following groups:
• Shipston Cancer Support: a newly formed group operating a drop in centre to support those affected by cancer
• Shipston Community First Responders: to reinsure and tax the charity's emergency response vehicle
• Shipston in Bloom: To provide plants and equipment for floral displays in the town throughout the year
• Shipston Sports Club: To enable the refurbishment of toilets in main club house
• Shipston & District Angling Club: Supporting the club's Fish 'n Frolics three day festival in 2016
• Stratford Citizens Advice Bureau: Supporting the continuation of weekly outreach and advice services in Shipston
• Townsend Hall: Funding to replace the chairs in the hall
• VASA: Supporting the provision of transport for residents to medical appointments
• Wool Fair: Support to enable the event to continue for the benefit of the town and visitors
• Shipston Proms: Funding to help ensure the success of Shipston Proms 2016
Chair of the Finance Working Group, Ian Cooper, said: "We are delighted to be in a position to increase the amount of funding offered to these groups, a total increase of almost £2,000 compared with the grants given in the current financial year."
Residents help shape Shipston's Future at Open Day
Over 200 residents answered the call to attend the Neighbourhood Plan Open Day in December, making the most of a vital opportunity to have their say on emerging options.
The Neighbourhood Plan is a community-led development plan intended to guide future development in the town to 2031. Once adopted, it will become part of the planning process for future developments alongside the district council's Core Strategy, which is due to be adopted by mid 2016. While the focus of the plan is on future development, it also considers the implications of major developments recently approved in the town, one of which includes proposals for a supermarket, petrol station and improved medical centre. The neighbourhood plan will consider the likely impact of these developments on infrastructure and flood risk.
The informal consultation event consisted of a detailed display showcasing the various issues the Neighbourhood Planning team has been addressing. As well as highlighting key themes within each of the main topics - environment, economy, housing, flooding and infrastructure – residents were invited to consider initial recommendations and record their views.
Members of the team, including residents, town and district councillors were on hand to answer questions and debate options, with feedback from the public added to the display throughout the day. These comments, together with the completed feedback forms will considered by the team as part of the next phase.
Martin Ferrier, town councillor and Neighbourhood Plan volunteer, said: "We were delighted to see so many people at the open day, many of whom took the time to fully engage with the team and give really useful input which will help us shape the next stage of the plan."
Deputy Mayor, Ronnie Murphy, said: "I would like to congratulate the Neighbourhood Plan team on such a well run and informative event. It is clear that a great deal of hard work has gone into getting the plan to this stage and it was good to see residents having their say."
Despite the success of the event, the NP team is very keen to receive a wide range of views and is urging all residents to respond to the household questionnaire which will be arriving with the Midweek newspaper in early February.
To view copies of the draft plan and policies, please visit www.shipstonnp.org or email the team at np@shipstononline.org for more information.


During this Tokyo trip, I only bought a few pieces of clothings. I mostly bought headpieces. There were so many interesting vintage headpieces and they were not expensive as well. I also bought two pair of boots. The purple ones are from Alfredo Bannister, my favorite shoe brand in Tokyo. I was mostly buying stuff for the coming fall. I know the weather is so hot right now, but I am always thinking ahead. I can't wait to wear all these amazing headpieces in the fall (It's just way too hot to wear them out now lol). At last, thanks to my dear friend Yann, I went to this amazing store called Candy in Shibuya. The amazing jacket with the white ruffles is my favorite piece that I got from Candy or I should say from the whole entire trip! The brand is called Balmung. I can't wait to wear it out in the fall. The two headpieces with the net shape (the black one and the red one), the funky toy headpieces/brooches, I got all of these pieces from Candy. I love that store a lot. Sorry that I don't remember the designers' names for those pieces. I can't wait for the summer to be over, it's just way too hot. I can't imagine what will be the summer like in ten years. Let's try our best to save the world.


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The official recognition of the world's first supermodel, Alla Ilchun is being prepared by Kazakhs residing in Paris.
Ilchun was a Kazakh origin, who moved to the capital of France with her parents in 1917. Her father, Zhuankhal Ilchun was from Almaty while her mother, Tatiana was Russian.
President of the Associations of Kazakhs in France, Berlin Irishev said it is important for the local French people to know that the famous designer, Christian Dior's muse was of Kazakh origin.
"We want to provide another example of Kazakhstan's success in the fashion industry to our younger generation," he said.
The Association of Kazakhs in France is also working on a documentary film about Ilchun.
Meanwhile, a book presentation on Ilchun's life and successful modeling career was held in Paris recently. The initial copies of her biography were sold out within several days in Kazakhstan.
Ilchun used to work as a dishwasher in Paris before meeting Dior by accident after replacing her friend for the Dior Fashion House fitting.
The famous couturier instantly liked her and she became not only a top supermodel but also his muse.
It is believed that she was responsible for creating the 'cat eye' makeup.
Meanwhile, paintings of Ilchun were showcased at the 'Portrait of Muse of Dior's exhibition in Kasteyev Art Museum in Almaty in June last year.


Students of South Whidbey Elementary School enjoyed a feast of local South Whidbey offerings Wednesday afternoon during the school's celebration of Taste Washington Day.
Apple sauce, kale salad, lettuces, bok choy, carrots, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers and watermelon radishes garnished the table as students, from second through fourth grades, lined up to take their pick.
The event was part of a statewide effort to educate students about where food comes from. Each item was grown less than five miles away from the school. Produce was provided by gardens from South Whidbey Academy, Langley Middle School, the elementary school and from Deep Harvest Farm.
Everything on the display was edible, from the pumpkins to the flower petals, which was an important aspect of the event for Mary Fisher, founder of Whidbey Island Nourishes.
Fisher helped organize the event and wanted to show students different varieties of produce.
Fisher hopes students will go home and ask for the same nutritious foods. She said a large part of this event is educating students about nutrition and to eat better. The educational process is a little easier for children at this age, she said.
Linda Racicot, school board vice-chairwoman of the South Whidbey School District, attended the event and said seeing the enthusiasm from the children was wonderful.
Margaret Nattress, 9, said she enjoyed having farmers bring food to school. Some students haven't had food from the garden and she was glad the farmers brought it, she said.
Lunches at school were not the best, Margaret said, and the burgers often tasted fake. Someday, she would like to see food from the gardens in her school lunch — especially kale, her favorite.
Nattress won't be waiting too long for that lunch either.
Bruce Kinney, food service director with the district's food service provider Chartwells, said produce from local and school farms could be on menu by the 2014-2015 school year.
Kinney has worked with volunteer Cary Peterson getting the program off the ground. Peterson spearheaded the effort of getting the gardens at schools and wants to see that progress into produce at the lunch table.
Peterson presented a new guide by the food service provider to the school board during its meeting Wednesday, Sept. 25. The guide shows how school gardens can provide produce to the cafeteria.
Peterson said this was a major breakthrough for the farm program at the schools, and the partnership with the food service provider offers huge potential.
Joshua Marks, 10, said his favorite produce Wednesday was the lettuce.
By the end of the day, the display was nearly empty as Fisher began giving away apples, cucumbers and anything left for students to take home.


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Evansville was founded in 1812 and has become the cultural, commercial, and medical hub of southwestern Indiana and the Illinois-Indiana-Kentucky tri-state area. It is the third largest city in the state of Indiana. Evansville is often referred to as "River City" because its location in a U-shaped bend on the Ohio River. There is immediate access to all major forms of transportation, and this allows the town to be part of the global economy. It has an excellent road, rail, water, and air transportation system for ease of movement by both residents and visitors.
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Evansville has thirteen neighborhoods that have qualified for the National Register of Historic Places. If you dream about buying a historically-significant home, you can find one in Evansville to suit your taste and budget. Evansville has it all – from beautiful, opulent 19th century homes with plenty of room to live and entertain guests to recently-built cozy townhouses that are great for you and your family. With so many different styles and price ranges of homes, there are plenty of interesting neighborhoods where you are sure to find exactly what you are looking for.
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There are many types of restaurants where you can find your favorite foods or try something new like Amish, German, Irish, Greek, seafood restaurants, barbeque joints, breweries, other local flavors, and coffeehouses. Evansville has a restaurant for every taste and cuisine.
There are numerous entertainment venues in Evansville. The Victory Theater is home to the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra. The Ford Center is a multi-use indoor arena located downtown. Special events are held at an auditorium at The Old National Events Plaza, also located downtown. The Evansville Civic Theatre is a community theater that stages many plays.
The University of Evansville is home to a prestigious theater program. Bosse Field, built in 1915, is a baseball stadium located in Garvin Park.
There are numerous museums in town, including the Reitz Home Museum, The Evansville African-American Museum, The Children's Museum of Evansville, and the Evansville Museum of Arts, History, and Science. The Mesker Park Zoo is also located in town.
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From the beginning, Evansville was a thriving commercial town with an extensive river trade. After the Civil War, the town was a major stop for steamboats, and it was home port for many companies who conducted business via the river. Today, it's still an ideal location for the transport of cargo including international transporation.
The economy in this tri-state region is known for its stability. Several New York Stock Exchange companies as well as companies traded on the NASDAQ are located in Evansville. The largest industry sectors by size in the city are healthcare, finance, education, and manufacturing. Other major industries are energy, warehousing and distribution, and retail.
There are 43 elementary schools, 10 middle schools, 11 high schools, and 6 other schools located in Evansville. Of these schools, 39 of them are in the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation. Five of these are specialized schools: New Tech Institute, Early College High School, Virtual Academy, STEM Academy, and Academy for Innovative Studies. The Southern Indiana Career and Technical Center is available to students from five different counties. The school corporation sponsors two charter schools, one at the high school level and one at the elementary/middle school level.
Many opportunities are available for students in the school system. The Medical Professions Academy is open to all freshman high school students who want to pursue a career in health care or medicine. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a liberal arts program for high school junior and seniors. The IB program is one of only 18 in the state of Indiana, and it gives students a foundation in collegiate liberal arts preparatory classes, a global view of the world, and an opportunity for advanced college placement. The school corporation wants students to excel and provides many programs to fit various learning styles and abilities.
Three institutions of higher learning are located in Evansville. The University of Evansville is a small, private university. The University of Southern Indiana is a public university with a comprehensive curriculum and a growing population. Other campuses in the city include the Indiana University School of Medicine-Evansville, Ivy Tech Community College, ITT Technical Institute, and Harrison College.
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Mold is a serious threat, especially during the summertime when warmer temperatures and humid days create the perfect environment for mold to develop. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are more than 300,000 types of molds that can be found in virtually every environment, but these fungi thrive in warm and humid conditions. We spoke to Dr. William J. Rea, a specialist on mold exposure from the Environmental Health Center in Dallas, and he informed us just how dangerous mold can be.
Not only can mold grow, but your ventilation system can spread the deadly spores around your home in a matter of seconds. Air ducting isn't a common place for homeowners to inspect, which may make it the most dangerous. It's in the ceilings, it's in the walls, and isn't obvious like the mold you might find in a shower or sink. If you do discover mold in your air ducting, there are only two solutions.
1. Air Duct Cleaning: This process involves a chemical process to clean your air ducts that must be carried out by a state licensed mold remediation contractor.
2. Air Duct Replacement: Instead of introducing harsh cleaning chemicals to your home, you can replace the air ducting all together. This process must also be carried out by a state licensed mold remediation contractor.


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The United States Imposes Additional Sanctions and Export Controls Against Russia and Belarus
By Peter Flanagan, Kimberly Strosnider, Peter Lichtenbaum, Stephen Rademaker, Corinne Goldstein, Stephen Bartenstein, Joshua Williams, William McClure & Robert Casty on October 13, 2022
Posted in Russia, Trade Agreements, Ukraine
In recent weeks, the U.S. Department of the Treasury has further expanded the scope of sanctions targeting Russia in response to its ongoing invasion of Ukraine and its purported annexation of the Kherson, Zaporizhzhya, Donetsk, and Luhansk regions of Ukraine. The U.S. Department of Commerce also has expanded export controls against Russia and Belarus. These measures are in addition to the new EU and UK sanctions and export controls announced last week and covered in our October 10 client alert.
On September 30, the U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control ("OFAC") issued guidance that the United States is prepared to more aggressively use its existing authorities to impose sanctions against persons who provide material support to or for sanctioned persons or sanctionable activity, with a particular emphasis on entities and individuals in jurisdictions outside of Russia that provide political or economic support for Russia's purported annexation of Ukrainian territory. This guidance was accompanied by a series of new designations to OFAC's List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons ("SDN List"), including a Chinese firm and an Armenian firm that were designated for having provided material support to a Russian firm that specializes in procuring foreign items for Russia's defense industry.
On September 15, OFAC issued two new determinations: a determination pursuant to Executive Order ("E.O.") 14024 and a determination pursuant to E.O. 14071. The first authorizes the imposition of property-blocking sanctions against persons determined to operate in, or to have operated in, the quantum computing sector of the Russian economy. The second prohibits U.S. persons, with limited exceptions, from providing quantum computing services to any person located in Russia.
On September 9, OFAC issued preliminary guidance concerning a ban on a broad range of services related to the maritime transportation of Russian-origin crude oil and petroleum products (collectively "seaborne Russian oil"). The ban will take effect on December 5, 2022 with respect to maritime transportation of Russian crude oil and on February 5, 2023 with respect to maritime transportation of Russian petroleum products. The ban will include an exception for the receipt of services by jurisdictions or actors that purchase seaborne Russian oil at or below a price cap to be established by a coalition of countries including members of the G7, the EU, and the United States.
Additionally, the Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security ("BIS") amended the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR") on September 15 to (i) expand the scope of the Russian industry sector export restrictions to cover additional items, including quantum computing and advanced manufacturing-related hardware, software, and technology, and to apply the industry sector export restrictions to Belarus; (ii) add dollar value exclusion thresholds to some earlier restrictions on luxury goods exports to Russia; and (iii) expand the scope of the military end-user and military-intelligence end-user rules to reach entities in third countries, with a particular focus on entities that support military or military-intelligence end users or end uses in Russia or Belarus. On September 30, following Russia's announcement that it would annex the Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhya regions of Ukraine, BIS added dozens of entities to its Entity List, which imposes BIS licensing requirements for the export, reexport, or transfer (in-country) to such entities of any goods, technology, and software that are subject to the EAR.…
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Russian Response To Sanctions?
By Jonathan Gimblett on October 9, 2014
Posted in International Strategy, Russia
On October 8, the Russian Duma approved the first reading of a bill that would permit Russian citizens whose property is "unjustly" seized as a result of foreign court decisions to claim compensation from Russia's treasury. The bill further authorizes the Russian government to recoup the loss by seizing the property of the foreign state …
A Critical Point for Ukraine
By Jonathan Gimblett & Allan Topol on August 15, 2014
The stand-off between Kiev and Moscow over Russia's offer of humanitarian aid for civilians caught in the besieged cities of Donetsk and Luhansk is the latest episode in a slow-burning crisis that continues to threaten to erupt into a broader conflict. The Ukrainian government is understandably wary of allowing onto its territory a convoy of…
Coordinated EU and U.S. Sanctions Target the Russian Financial, Energy, and Defense Sectors
By Kimberly Strosnider & Joshua Williams on July 31, 2014
On July 29, the EU and United States took coordinated steps to expand sanctions targeting the Russian financial services, energy, and defense sectors, including restrictions on energy-related exports to Russia. The EU also took steps to limit certain types of trade and investment in Crimea, while both the EU and United States identified additional parties…
New Sanctions Targeting Russian Financial and Energy Sectors
By Kimberly Strosnider on July 18, 2014
On July 16, 2014, the U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control ("OFAC") imposed an additional wave of sanctions against Russian entities in the financial, energy, and defense sectors. OFAC established a new Sectoral Sanctions Identifications List (the "SSI List"), which identifies two Russian financial institutions and two Russian energy companies for targeted sanctions. …
Further Russia Sanctions
By Stuart E. Eizenstat on May 15, 2014
Posted in Bank Regulation, Congressional Action, Russia
For companies concerned about further Russia sanctions, May 25 is critical. That is the date of elections in Ukraine. If those elections do not take place or if they are disrupted in the eastern part of the country, it is likely the United States would impose much stronger sanctions.
To date, sanctions have had a…


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Trojans News · Feb 1 Lady Trojans pick up OT victory
MUSCLE SHOALS – J'Miya Lipscomb came up with a big steal late in overtime as Muscle Shoals beat Madison Academy 69-67 in overtime Thursday night.
The win avenged a loss to the Lady Mustangs earlier this season where the Lady Trojans only managed to come away with 20 points.
Muscle Shoals has now won 11 straight games and 12 of their last 13 after a tough 0-5 start to the season.
The Lady Trojans trailed by six at the half before posting a strong run in the third quarter.
Madison Academy had a chance to win the game in regulation but missed two free throws in the final seconds.
Sara Puckett scored 29 to pace Muscle Shoals. Dazja Hankins added 18 points for the Lady Trojans.
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23 Dec 2020: #ComicBytes: The origin of Slade Wilson aka the Deathstroke
Deathstroke, originally known as Deathstroke The Terminator, is the best assassin in the DC Universe.
From being a consistent enemy of the Teen Titans to being a reluctant anti-hero, Slade Wilson has done it all.
While we have seen this character onscreen with Arrowverse and Titans, the casual fans of DC don't know his origin properly.
Read ahead to see the beginning of Deathstroke.
Beginning: Slade joins the army at the age of 16
At the age of sixteen, Slade Wilson lies about his age to join the army. However, he ends up impressing everyone with his skills in guerrilla warfare.
His reputation not only leads him to his future wife Adeline Kane (his superior in the army) but also makes him a Lieutenant Colonel.
Following the birth of their first child, Grant, Slade undergoes a risky experiment.
Experiment: A military experiment leaves him with superhuman powers
The anti-truth serum experiment turns out to be a secret super-soldier experiment, which makes Slade aggressive.
Eventually, he receives enhanced strength, speed, senses, stamina, intellect, and reflexes.
These new powers and drive disturb his home life and make him an absentee father to Grant and his younger brother, Joseph.
But, when he adopts a vigilante persona to save a friend, all hell breaks loose.
Powers: Superhuman abilities and martial arts skills make him deadly
Before we go ahead, here's a round-up of his basic powers and abilities:
As mentioned before, Slade has superhuman abilities, including some regenerative features.
These, combined with military training and his skills in jujitsu, karate, bo staff fighting, knife fighting, sword fighting, and boxing, make him one of the deadliest fighters on Earth.
His Promethium sword and accurate marksmanship make him more lethal.
Deathstroke: An unauthorized rescue mission solidifies his vigilante persona
Now back to the story.
When his friend William Randolph Wintergreen gets captured on a mission, Slade puts on a costume to carry out an unauthorized rescue mission.
Although he saves Wintergreen, he is discharged from the army.
Then, he permanently takes up the persona of Deathstroke, which leads to attacks on his children (Joseph loses his voice) and the destruction of his marriage.
Eye: Loss of an eye: An angry wife or a mission?
When Adeline discovers her husband's true career and his illegitimate daughter Rose Wilson, she shoots Slade in the head, which takes his right eye.
In another version, he loses his eye during a mission in North Korea.
Thereafter, he starts working as a contract killer and becomes the Teen Titan's main nemesis.
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Mobile game controllers without buttons are monstrosities you can buy now
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Ask almost anyone you know and they'll probably agree: all good controllers have at least one button. Who might disagree with that? No one you should trust — plus the several manufacturers, including well-known brands like Anker and HyperX, that have started making controllers for your phone that don't have any buttons at all.
These strange new gadgets won't make controlling games via on-screen controls any easier, though they're not completely pointless for people who play PUBG and some other mobile hits that don't have official controller support.
They're mostly power banks with controller grips attached
Anker's PowerCore Play 6K controller is essentially a $36 6,700mAh power bank that's molded into the shape of a controller grip. Look all you want and you won't find a single button. But Anker, having gotten its start making affordable power banks, leans in on the battery side of things, so you don't have to worry about running low while you game.
That 6,700mAh of extra juice should give your phone two to three refills' worth of charge, and it supports up to 15W output to Android phones via its USB-C port and up to 12W to iPhones or any other device you'd want to charge with its USB-A port. Given that playing games can make your phone run hot, it has a built-in fan to pull the heat away. That's neat, but I think I'd like some buttons please.
HyperX's ChargePlay Clutch supports Qi wireless charging, and it has a removable 3,000mAh battery.
HyperX's ChargePlay Clutch is another controller-shaped device that is only concerned with keeping your phone topped up and making it more comfy to hold while you game. Unlike Anker's, this one supports Qi wireless charging in addition to wired charging.
Plus, the 3,000mAh battery on the ChargePlay Clutch is attached magnetically and can be removed, which is a nice touch since I can't imagine too many people would want to carry around a boomerang-shaped battery when they aren't gaming. This one is $59.99, and that's a lot for a controller without buttons. But, if you value its removable battery in place of Anker's built-in fan, it might be worth checking out.
As I mentioned before, these grips do have different designs that prioritize more than just battery life, especially for those who mainly play games that don't have solid native controller support. If you want to see some of the other monstrosities on Amazon, just search "radiator gamepads" and prepare to see some amazing art renders, like this one below that shows your phone blasting off.
Hopefully, the gamepad grip doesn't actually do this.
Granted, some of these options from brands I'd never heard of actually go a step further than Anker or HyperX's grips by bundling in a power bank, a cooling fan, and triggers on each side that press on your phone's screen for you just by clicking them in. (Buttons, what a concept!) As fundamentally limited as some of these faux controllers with few, or no, buttons are, there's currently no other controller on the market that can match the intensity of this model that features realistic pistol grips and triggers.
These grips seem like they were made for a different time. This sort of thing would have been a delight 10 years ago when phones started ballooning in popularity and console-like games first started to legitimize Android and iOS as gaming platforms.
They make less sense now, when Google Stadia and Microsoft's xCloud are poised to bring true console-quality experiences with complex button schemes to phones that work with controllers like the Xbox One and DualShock 4 via Bluetooth. Plus, gamepads like PowerA's XP5-X attach to your device with a sturdy phone clip, supply a comprehensive button layout, and provide extra juice all at the same time. If you want elegance, Razer's Kishi has you settled there, though admittedly at a higher cost.
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I want to install the OpenShot video editor.
I'm running VL 7.0 Gold; which combination is best?!
Installing the most recent Openshot is your best choice. Version 1.4.3.
Just select that and gslapt should take care of the rest.
After you click execute gslapt will let you see the packages it is going to install if you click on the arrow beside "Packages to be installed"
Similarly, you can see what will be upgraded.
I installed OpenShot 1.4.3 and it didn't open.
Process no longer exists: 22399. Creating new pid lock file.
Should I try a lower version of OpenShot?
I just installed openshot from the repositories (updated with testing loaded) and it opens fine.
I have no trouble here either.
Please try the pyxdg suggestion of rbistolfi's. Maybe even uninstall some of the components and install again, starting with pyxdg.
Out side of that I can not duplicate.


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This week went by fast, I didn't do much in the way of makeup. I was feeling a bit ill with my allergies and I am not sure if I was coming down with something, or had a mild cold or something but my whole body just hurt and I didn't want to do much but sleep. I found the last color tattoo that I had wanted Seashore Frost at my local CVS, who knew the closest one to me would finally have a full display? I also picked up a Stila Smudge Stick in the LE color Turquoise(I think?), I really wanted that one and Periwinkle, Turquoise was sold out though, but I found it on Ebay and I got it in the mail Friday, I love it, the color is so pretty. That's it for my purchases. As the weeks go by and there are only three left now I looked back on how much I have spent so far, I added up from week one and I've spent $138.85 in eleven weeks, now this does seem like a lot, but I admit (embarrassingly) I could easily spend that in one month before I started this no/low buy. I am really learning a lot, and while I know myself and I know I won't be that good when it ends, I think I am going to make sure I am much better and be thinking purchases more thoroughly.
Reading. Sisters Grimm: Book 10: The Council of Mirrors +$4 This is a really well written children's/YA series, it's a really fun read, I recommend it to anyone of any age. :-) I also started Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn, haven't finished it yet though.
Goal 1: RETRY. Practicing with my airbrush machine.
Goal 2: I do need to wash all my brushes...how sad I really can't think of anything else right now.
Aww...part of me knows I should probably keep doing it, so I don't go crazy, haha, but I am going to let myself splurge a bit, especially since I am going on vacation and stuff next month, but who knows maybe I'll resume it again, it helps put things in perspective. Yes my brushes need washing, hopefully I can get to it this weekend...I've been too busy this week and my next few weeks are going to get busier and busier.


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North American Rail Supply and China: Why We Should Be Concerned
Written by Robert H. Cantwell
"Innovations change the world: This motto drives the more than 10,000 employees of CRRC Zhuzhou Locomotive Co. Ltd. (CRRC ZELC), our parent company in Hunan, China. Since 1936, CRRC ZELC has been constantly developing innovative technologies, vehicles and products for tailor-made transport solutions in the area of passenger and freight transport." – CRRC
Caveat: I am a free-market capitalist who believes in the importance of trade to elevate global prosperity. I believe in comparative advantage, and how countries excel at the supply of certain goods and services, to the benefit of others. I now believe that there needs to be market boundaries, for the long-term health of entire industries and the well-being and security of our citizens.
I have been travelling to China throughout my entire 40-plus year career, and have seen first-hand China's evolution in the rail supply industry. Its ambitions are to dominate the global rail rolling stock supply chain: passenger/transit, and now freight.
China, specifically CRRC (China Rail Rolling Stock Corp.), is a clear and present danger to the health of the North American rail and rail supply industry, and the thousands of people who rely on it for their livelihoods and high standard of living. That is a very bold statement, but here is why I now believe it to be true:
China covets our standard of living, and to elevate 1.4 billion people to our level requires big plans with ambitious goals. The country views our markets as wide open and available for their growth.
CRRC is a huge, $30 billion SOE (state-owned enterprise) with 163,000 employees, focused on the design and manufacture of passenger/transit and freight rail components and rolling stock. It has directed its focus to global growth in support of China's doctrine to project China's influence and to keep its people employed.
To illustrate CRRC's strategy, I'll look at several case studies along with insight excerpted directly from its annual reports, plus other publications:
China High Speed Rail.
Australian freight railcar builders.
North American transit industry.
North American freight railcar components and railcar building.
First, some background: China has developed several critical strategies to accelerate its global growth and project influence. Two that hit very close to home are "Made in China 2025" and "One Belt/One Road."
"One Belt/One Road" is China's "New Silk Road," a strategy that has identified critical trading partners and the need to construct robust infrastructure (ports and supporting rail systems) to facilitate trade for centuries to come. It's being used to employ hundreds of thousands of Chinese at home and abroad, but more important, to project Chinese influence. Look no further than the many global rail infrastructure projects China has undertaken throughout the European and Asian continents. Most involve new ports with new rail systems, including new rail equipment. CRRC plays a critical role in "One Belt/One Road".
One Belt/One Road is being used to project China influence throughout Asia, Europe, and Africa. Source: Getty Images
"Made in China 2025" lays out 10 key industries that China intends to dominate: railway technology (and railway supply) is one of the 10. "Made In China 2025" and the global spread of Chinese rail technology is intended to project Chinese influence.
If you doubt my observations, here are a few excerpts from CRRC's 2019 Annual Report:
Message from the Chairman: "The year 2019 marked the 70th anniversary of the founding of the PRC, and was therefore particularly significant to CRRC. The Group has been standing at the forefront of the times, as a sturdy pillar of a developing China, and has realized major leaps, from local enterprise to multinational corporation, from unknown to well known, from market follower to trend leader. CRRC's history is a microcosm of China's great achievements and a model for central enterprises … CRRC is the world's leading rolling stock supplier with a large-scale, diverse product portfolio, and first-class technologies ranking among the Global 500 companies and China Top 100 companies, with products exported to 105 countries and regions … CRRC is a prestigious business card of China; it has attracted world-wide attention."
On CRRC's 2019 International accomplishments: "The Company (CRRC) implemented its international strategy vigorously by seizing the development opportunities arising from the 'Belt and Road Initiative' and 'going global' strategies. The Company actively expanded overseas markets and promoted the transformation of export products from mid- and low-end to mid- and high end. The Company had 17 overseas research and development centers in total, further contributing to the integration of research and development resources and the enhancement of market development ability … During the reporting period, the Company generated revenue in about 76 countries or regions. The main products are urban rail transit vehicles, freight wagons, and high-end parts and components, etc."
On CRRC's future direction: "The Company will strengthen plans from the top, formulate the special development plan and implementation scheme for the market development of the countries along the 'Belt and Road Initiative,' take an active part in the construction of the 'Belt and Road Initiative,' and create a new pattern for opening up and development of 'going global.' According to the idea that the complete equipment drives components, manufacturing industry drives service industry, general contracting drives the industry [supply] chain and rail transit equipment drives non-rail transit equipment, the Company will expand overseas markets; strengthen the plans from the top of offshore presence; increase the resource investment and integration on international businesses; set up international business platform companies; build a global, centralized, coordinated marketing and regional management system; strengthen brand development and promotion; strive to play a role in industry organization and standard system; enhance industry influence and voice; and enhance international competitiveness. The Company will carry out Greenfield investment, strategic mergers and acquisitions, joint venture operations; promote a total factor business mode of "product + technology + service + capital + management"; promote the five-local model; and speed up the transformation from domestic to international market, from 'going global' to 'going inside' and from domestic enterprise to a multinational company."
These are CRRC's words, not mine. There is little doubt as to CRRC's global ambitions.
China's $500 billion high-speed rail buildout is nothing short of miraculous, based on what it has achieved during a short span of 10 years. But it was built initially with Western technology from Siemens, Alstom, Bombardier and Kawasaki and subsequently "improved" by China. Those Western companies had high expectations for the growth of HSR in China, only to see it shift rapidly into the hands of Chinese SOEs. Today, China is competing head-on with those Western companies who taught it in the first place. It has also been identified that only 5 of China's 15 HSR lines cover their operating costs. There are many lessons to be learned here.
Examples of the impact of CRRC's global strategy are right here in our backyard and abroad:
Australia: During a 10-year span, three Australian freight railcar builders were vaporized by China and CRRC. Although a relatively small market, Australia now relies on China for 100% of its freight rail rolling stock, and now regrets that reliance. Bradken, the last holdout, went so far as to establish a factory in China in hopes of exporting railcars to Australia and selling railcars into the Chinese market—something that was never allowed. So much for free and fair reciprocal trade.
Source: Oxford Economics
North American Transit: CRRC set out ambitious plans to dominate the North America transit railcar market in short order, commencing with the award of MBTA (Boston) metro cars in 2014. During a two-year span, it won—through Chinese-government-backed bids that, like MBTA's, were as much as 30% lower than those of competitors—additional orders from the CTA (Chicago), SEPTA (Philadelphia) and LACMTA (Los Angeles). CRRC was on its way to reaching its goal of capturing virtually 100% of the transit rail market. The company did build railcar assembly plants in Chicago, Boston and Los Angeles to support its new-found wins, but its production strategy differed significantly from incumbent transit car builders who were vertically integrated and employed thousands of U.S. workers. CRRC, on the other hand, imports the carbody shells and other major components from China, and performs only final assembly in its North American factories, thereby employing mostly Chinese labor and only a couple hundred in North America—all the while conforming, albeit just barely, to "Buy America" requirements.
CRRC rapid transit cars for MBTA's Orange Line.
Fortunately, legislators and municipalities woke up to CRRC's strategy. There was a groundswell of support in Washington and New York City that led to WMATA and MTA New York City Transit to select Hitachi and Kawasaki, respectively, as their preferred transit railcar suppliers, despite CRRC's strong efforts to capture that business. Most recently, Alstom was awarded a METRA (Chicago) contract, despite CRRC having an assembly facility in Chicago. There is little doubt that without this greater awareness, CRRC would now dominate the North American transit railcar market.
Source: CRRC investor presentation
North American Freight Rail Market: The Chinese strategy for the freight rail market is apparent, and likely imminent: Using the same strategy as it did for HSR, learn how to manufacture components and grab component market share by initially "licensing" IP (intellectual property) and then illegally duplicate it*, then evolve to complete railcars. From there, it is envisioned that CRRC would naturally evolve toward building its own lease fleet, offering brand new railcars at extremely low lease rates, all backed by the Chinese government to employ thousands of workers back home. China would likely use its transit car manufacturing strategy: Import carbodies and truck components from China, then assemble them at various locations throughout North America. CRRC has already tried once, with Vertex Railcar. That venture failed, but China and CRRC are persistent, and will be back.
A good friend reminded me recently that leasing companies have a fiduciary responsibility to their shareholders to obtain the best value on their rolling stock purchases. If China offers "AAR approved" railcars at significant discounts from today's market prices, North American customers may be obliged to buy them. What happens when China enters the leasing business? Are railroads and shippers (which lease or own about 60% of the U.S. freight car fleet) obliged to lease from Chinese lessors in the name "shareholder value"?
Speaking of fiduciary responsibility and anti-trust, the AAR maintains a similar position relative to the approval of global supply companies. AAR is unable to "pick and choose" whom they approve. As a result of this, globalization has severely impacted the North American component supply chain, and many have gone out of business. Currently, there are 76 AAR-approved suppliers of freight railcar truck and coupler components, including side frames, bolsters, couplers, wheels and axles. Of these 76, 29 are based in China and 12 are based in North America. The others are scattered elsewhere around the world. Ironically, it is estimated that each company spends approximately $30,000 annually to maintain AAR certification. As well, AAR certification is the gold standard in China to demonstrate quality control, and Chinese companies are incented to achieve AAR certification.
North American railroads, suppliers, rail shippers and lessors are at an inflection point and face a crucial, strategic decision: Are they OK with relying on an autocratic state employing SOEs that leverages railway technology developed in North America to project global influence and ultimately dominate the global rail rolling stock supply chain? Such ambitions are painfully clear. We've seen it in Australia. We almost saw it in North American transit. We're seeing it through "One Belt/One Road." North American freight rail rolling stock is clearly CRRC's next target. The future is in our hands. Let's not be seduced by low prices and play directly into China's grand strategy.
Independent consultant Robert H. Cantwell spent more than 40 years in executive positions in the rail supply industry. He has been active in the Rail Transportation Division of the ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) and is past Chairman of the Division. He has also actively advocated with members of Congress in support of the rail and rail supply industry. Bob holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology and an MBA from the University of Chicago. He possesses a unique perspective on the rail supply industry, combining his engineering experience along with robust economic and financial acumen. As an active investor in the rail industry, he has a vested interest in the success of the industry. The views expressed here are his own.
* Editor's Note: The Chinese attitude toward intellectual property "has long been the bane of Western manufacturers," writes Austin Williams, Associate Professor of Architecture at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University in Suzhou, China, and director of the Future Cities Project in London in "The Origins of China's Copycat Culture" (Global, the International Briefing). "But it is not born out of disrespect. Rather it comes from a long tradition of valuing rote learning over original thought … This is reinforced by the traditional master-student relationship within schools and universities where, all too often, copying is the default position. University students will regularly copy essays from the internet and present them, uncited, in all innocence. In their view, there is nothing wrong with plagiarising the 'correct answer' from a respected expert, instead of spending time trying to give their interpretation of the answer that could be wrong. Seen through Chinese eyes, copying is not only sensible, but it is a symbol of respect for authority and, importantly, it is a way of passing the test … Students, for example, learn an impressive set of artistic skills, but after years of study, each student has merely learned to draw the same object for days and weeks until they 'succeed' in the acceptable portrayal of the object. They have been taught to draw particular objects – and only these objects – in a 'correct' way. For them, the aim is to 'get it right' rather than 'have a go'. As a result, the system is designed to reinforce a process of engaging people to hone visual memory and regurgitation: It is but a short step to architects copying alluring Western projects." — William C. Vantuono
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Failing to plan is planning to fail, as the saying goes. When it comes to automation for tire factories, planning needs to be done with the right level of detail.
In Finland, we have a saying: "Hyvin suunniteltu on puoliksi tehty". Based on the philosophy of Aristotle, this translates as "Well begun is half done". In other words, the essence of successful planning is quality. The time and effort invested will be paid back during both installation and operation of your system. If you want your facility to be constructed quickly and work efficiently, you simply cannot cut corners during the planning and design stage. The layout has to be spot on, and so does the software.
With most tire factories running 24/7, machinery or IT failures mean downtime and lost production that can simply never be recovered. If something does go wrong, it is vital to get up-and-running again as quickly as possible, figure out the cause of the problem and minimize the risk of it happening again.
Right control software is invaluable #software #tires #automation @CimcorpOy CLICK TO TWEET This is where having the right control software is invaluable. With dozens of machines doing various tasks at a plant, there can be hundreds of equipment interfaces. If everything is supervised by one software system, problems are easier to find and fix. When the whole factory is controlled by Cimcorp's software, there are no gray areas – it's our duty to resolve any issues as quickly and efficiently as possible, even if the problem doesn't emanate from our automation but from other machinery. This allows you to focus on your core business.