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31 Dec 2008	Shotley Parish Council complies with new Freedom of Information Act - Publication Scheme requirements
22 Dec	MyShotley.com would like to thank all our readers for your support during our fourth year, and wish you a Happy Christmas and a community new year.
22 Dec	Read the latest Neighbourhood Watch newsletter
16 Dec	Come to Thursday's Shotley Parish Council meeting, large committee room, Village Hall, 7.15. <Agenda>
14 Dec	Shotley is now a safer place - thanks to our first Community First Responder Group!
13 Dec	Help & advice to help you survive and thrive during the credit crunch in Suffolk.
13 Dec	The Buzabout Community Car and Dial-a-Ride Service will close at midnight on Wednesday 24 December and re-open on Friday 2 January 2009 <more details>
9 Dec	Shotley Parish Council describes the cuts to Christmas and New Year bus services as "crazy and irresponsible" <more>
9 Dec	Free training on managing voluntary and community organisations
27 Nov	Petrol caps stolen, Shotley Gate. Do you know anything? Plus: new look Police information on this site
23 Nov	Are you a cyclist who is keen on a new off-road route from Shotley to Ipswich? Join the group to help make it happen. <more>
23 Nov	Win a Winter Survival Kit from SuffolkCarShare.com! And sharing a journeywith someone can help you to save money, stay warm and safe this winter.
21 Nov	Babergh urged to take positive urgent action on repairing the HMS Ganges mast, as it continues to deteriorate <more>
21 Nov	Latest School Headteacher's newsletter, including Childen in Need, Images of Shotley, Christmas events, etc
18 Nov	Reports of Shotley's Remembrance Services <more>
15 Nov	Resident congratulates all involved in the regular Souper Lunches! <more>
15 Nov	You are welcome to attend this Thursday's Shotley Parish Council meeting, large committee room, Village Hall, 7.15. <Agenda>.
14 Nov	Have you captured the spirt of your community or vuluntary group? Enter this photo competition. PLUS Volunteer Centre Babergh is celebrating its first birthday.
13 Nov	Do you have an opinion on the proposed retirement community at HMS Ganges? It is vital that you make your views known to Babergh now! <here is how>
13 Nov	Wondering what to do on Friday 2 January? Have fun with others, making your own panto at the Starfish Club on 2 January <more>
12 Nov	Shotley Gate Video Tour (pre 2008)
8 Nov	Blind or partially sighted? See your latest social programme
Enjoy plenty of activities in Shotley leading up to Christmas. See our What's On
3 Nov	Resident overwhelmed by the spirit of Halloween in Shotley! <more>
3 Nov	Shotley Parish Council tells Babergh what it thinks of the revised Environmental Statement for the proposed retirement community at HMS Ganges <more>
31 Oct	34 pictures of HMS Ganges, provided by users, now on the new MyShotley.com Picasa web albums. Do you have any to share?
30 Oct	Enjoy fireworks? Watch 17 year old Helene's YouTube message
30 Oct	Have you got talent? Free open mic event at the New Wolsey Theatre, Civic Drive, Ipswich on Friday 31 Oct, 4-6pm. Young people aged 13-19 are invited to take part but you need to email in advance. Plus they can bring their friends along to be part of the audience. <more> \| <poster>
29 Oct	Grants of up to £5000 are available to small community and voluntary groups, from the Suffolk Foundation's Grassroots grants programme <more>
25 Oct	You are welcome to attend a special HMS Ganges planning meeting of Shotley Parish Council this Wednesday, 7.30pm, Village Hall (main hall) <Agenda>
25 Oct	Trick or treaters are being urged by police to take a responsible attitude to Halloween this year, and the general public are asked to be a little more tolerant of the high spirits of young people celebrating the event. <more> \| <poster for your window>
19 Oct	The Shotley & Erwarton Good Neighbours Scheme was recently filmed by BBC TV for the One Show. The latest information that we have is that the programme featuring the scheme is due to be shown on BBC One, on Tuesday 21 October 2008 at 7.00pm
17 Oct	Latest news from Shotley Primary School
13 Oct	You are welcome to attend this Thursday's Shotley Parish Council meeting, large committee room, Village Hall, 7.15. <Agenda>
10 Oct	There is a new Monday to Friday bus timetable from Monday 13 October. <Bus page>
10 Oct	Chairman of HMS Ganges Association urges action on broken Ganges mast <more>
9 Oct	Further documents have been submitted by the developer in support of their intention to build a 'retirement community' on the former HMS Ganges Site. <more>
9 Oct	When was the last time you saw something being thrown away in your workplace that could be re-used? And do you need something? EASTEX
6 Oct	On a sunny day, 17 well armed and well intentioned individuals - councillors, council employees, grannies, grandchildren, and those in-between ….. picked, sorted and logged the litter, washed up or dropped on 200 metres of Shotley beach. <read report>
5 Sep	Bid on eBay for a garden bench made from salvaged wood from the HMS Ganges? Price now reduced! [if this link fails, the item is no longer listed on eBay. Contact us if you are interested]
5 Oct	Read what your elected Parish Council have been up to, and loads of news abut your village, in the Digests of the August and September meetings.
29 Sep	Be instrumental in caring for our Community woodland and wildflower meadow <Cutting and Raking>
28 Sep	Are you experiencing any anti social behaviour? Come and meet your police <more>
26 Sep	The annual Peninsula Crafts exhibition is on 25-26 October, in Woolverstone. Plus other autumn and winter events in What's On
21 Sep	New owners Ian & Christine bring a new menu, new prices, new events, new winter darts league and a new website for The Bristol Arms! <more>
20 Sep	Come along and meet some friends at the country dance at the village hall on 11 October <more>
15 Sep	You are welcome to attend Thursday's Shotley Parish Council meeting at the village hall <agenda>
13 Sep	Enjoyed the Pow Wow last June? You are invited to an evening's entertainment of Native American history, legends, music, flutes and dancing of the women of the plains Indians. <more>
7 Sep	School is back and so is the Headteacher's newsletter.
7 Sep	MyShotley.com again has an up to date What's on page, and see Noticeboard for more articles.
6 Sep	Do you need a space to be, to feel, to grow? Tree of Life is a dispersed community of people living on the Shotley peninsula. Autumn programme \| stories workshop
3 Sep	Might you be interested in being part of a new collaborative project to promote the Shotley peninsula to tourists? If so please contact us to find out about a meeting to discuss plans. More news here soon.
1 Sep	Trekking Erwarton woman thanks community for huge support in raising money for SCOPE <more>
31 Aug	Exchange views with Suffolk's decision makers, about the the Boundary Committee's draft proposals on the future of local government in Suffolk <more>
28 Aug	Have fun with other villagers picking litter from our beach for two hours - 20 September. <more>
28 Aug	Various new funding opportunities from Babergh Communities Together, the Suffolk Foundation and Youth Opportunity Capital Fund; Plus Neighbourhood Learning in Deprived Communities event and latest BCT newsletter
27 Aug	Can you organise and lead a walk in Shotley for the 2009 South and Heart of Suffolk Walking Festival 2009? <more>
23 Aug	Local GP surgeries to have longer opening hours from 1 October 2008 <more>. Plus get your flu jab
23 Aug	Want to talk to police and other agencies about anti social behaviour issues in your village? Come to the Safer Neighbourhood Team public meeting at the Shipreck on 8 September, 7.30pm <more>
23 Aug	Suffolk Police want to hear your views on policing in your area. <Please complete this survey>
Check <what's on> for all the local late summer / autumn events
11 Aug	Gemini / Far East withdraw from Shotley as Ipswich Buses take over Monday to Saturday bus services from 18 August <more> \| <New Monday - Saturday timetable>
11 Aug	The end of August brings the revitalisation of the famous Shipwreck Beer Festival <more>
5 Aug	The mobile skate park is coming to Shotley Gate on bank holiday Monday 25 August, 10-2pm, Lloyd Road play area. Also multi-sports, dance mats, police pod, community safety information, fast food van and much more.
5 Aug	See Anne Frank at the village hall in September <more>
4 Aug	The sum raised by our wonderful Shotley and Erwarton Open Gardeners, and helpers and Donors, for the Power Project’s toilet fund for Shotley Church was a staggering £969.50. Sincere gratitude on behalf of Church users.
27 Jun	Erwarton woman to Trek in the Sahara Desert <more>
27 Jun	Local man found guilty of downloading indecent images of children <Evening Star article>
9 Jun	The Pow Wow is upon us this weekend! <more>
2 Jun	You are welcome to attend Thursday's extra Shotley Parish Council meeting at the village hall <agenda>
1 Jun	The breaches in the River Stour path are now repaired! Thanks to all those who had the determination to get this result despite the politics and bureaucracy! <pictures>
1 Jun 2008	Shotley and Erwarton Good Neighbours need more volunteers to help carry out jobs in our neighbourhood. Ring Tony Roberts (787185), for info. If you need their help, no job is too small, please ring 07799 873881
4 May 2008	Latest school newsletter. Including request to sponsor two villagers doing the 25 mile Orwell Walk in aid of the school trim trail. Please support them! <more>
20 May	New alcohol marking scheme for Shotley
18 May	Celebrate Shotley! You are welcome to attend Thursday's Annual Parish meeting
18 May	Can we make the 100 voices singing God's praises this year? <more>
18 May	Shotley man launches campaign to be Vice President of Suffolk New College Student Union <more>
18 May	Marathon runner thanks Shotley <more>
17 May	Important consultation on use of airspace over Shotley. Have your say!
16 May	Want to buy property in Shotley? New listing service available here.
16 May	Have you seen any turtle doves in Shotley?
12 May	You are welcome to attend Thursday's Shotley Annual Parish Council meeting at the village hall <agenda> \| Digest of March meeting.
9 May	BBC bus broadcasting from Shotley Marina on Monday 12 May! You can hop on board between 9am & 4pm, broadcasting live on BBC Radio Suffolk about Shotley from 9am-12. <more>
9 May	Shotley "Looking after our environment" poster competition - won by Rufus Jones aged 9, Shotley Primary School. Well done Rufus! Click picture to enlarge.
4 May	Stour breach repair work to start 'at the end of May'
3 May	HMS Ganges memorabilia requested for use at this year's reunion <more>
18 Apr	Is Shotley getting safer?? All the latest police statistics and advice is here <more>
15 Apr	Were you in the area of Hervey Terrace Sunday morning and did you see or hear anything unusual or suspicious? <more>
15 Apr	You are welcome to attend Thursday's Shotley Parish Council meeting at the village hall <agenda>
15 Apr	Starfish Holiday Club is having a giant jumble sale and raffle on Friday 30 May 2008 at 4.00pm <more>
11 Apr	Tell parishioners what your group has been doing, and maybe ask them for money! Annual Parish Meeting
11 Apr	Shotley now has its own Community Warden, Matt, employed by the Parish Council <more>
11 Apr	Are you interested in planning or supporting the emergency services in the event of a major incident occurring in Shotley? <latest>
10 Apr	Spring is sprung (must be because Images of Shotley is round the corner)
10 Apr	We're back! Sorry we've been away. You can again rely upon MyShotley.com for your local news. To catch up, see Noticeboard and Digest and school newsletter.
11 Mar	MyShotley.com is taking its first ever holiday. Don't worry though, as ShotBlast is standing in to report big news stories, and you can contribute!
11 Mar	A young man who was brought up in Shotley, will be running in the London Marathon on April 13th. Can we help him make his effort worthwhile? <more>
8 Mar	New block built bungalows in Kingsland and Queensland <more>
8 Mar	New Shotley Swim School has availability <more>
7 Mar	Are you interested in helping Suffolk’s wildlife? If so, this course is for you!
3 Mar	Do something amazing in Shotley Village Hall this Friday 7 March: Give Blood, between 1pm - 3.30pm, or 5 - 7pm.
2 Mar	You are welcome to attend Thursday's special Shotley Parish Council review meeting, village hall <agenda>
2 Mar	Shotley Store starts crusade against plastic <more>
1 Mar	Between 7pm on 26th and 7.30am on 27 February a burglary occurred at the primary school. If you have information that might assist with the investigation, please contact 01473 613500 quoting HD/08/339. Plus report any suspicious activity using 999.
Don't forget to check <what's on> for all the local Spring events
1 Mar	If you attended Holbrook Modern School from 1958-1962 you may be interested to read on…
29 Feb	More children caring for the environment! <more>
28 Feb	Shotley Promenade opened! Plus MyShotley.com has collaborated with Shotley Marina Ltd to produce a printed and pdf Pictorial History brochure.
27 Feb	Lots of news in the Digest of 21 February Parish Council meeting.
17 Feb	You are welcome to attend Thursday's Shotley Parish Council meeting at the village hall <agenda>
16 Feb	Shotley Marina announces the opening of the newly refurbished King Edward VII Drive and it's new promenade on 27 February 2008. <more>
16 Feb	Parish Council places order to repair breaches in Stour path <more>
16 Feb	An appreciation from the Choir Pews of Shotley Church <more>
11 Feb	No garden too big, no garden too small, Shotley Open Gardens has them all!
11 Feb	New blog written about Shotley
10 Feb	New bus timetable from Monday, and other bus news <more>
9 Feb	SCC proposes to restrict parking on Bristol Hill, and to formalise parking restrictions on Queen Victoria Drive. Closing date for your views: 22 February. <more>
9 Feb	Bus laid on from Shotley (£1 return) to see DanceEast present StopGAP in their annual Rural Tour, in Woodbridge, 8 March <more>
5 Feb	Special Shotley Parish Council meeting about repairing the breached River Stour path this Friday at the village hall <agenda>
2 Feb	Everyone in Shotley & Erwarton should have received your latest Noticeboard. Or read it right here
1 Feb	Shotley Primary School hailed by Ofsted inspectors! 'Outstanding' results. <report>
1 Feb	The SWISS centre is the proposed new learning centre for 14-19 year olds in this area, to open in Pinewood in 2010. Give SCC your views before 24 Feb. <more>
1 Feb	Temporary closure of part of the C411 The Street and Shop Corner Erwarton and Shotley, 4 Feb to 15 Feb <more>
31 Jan	Latest bird counts
26 Jan	Lots of news in the Digest of 17 January Parish Council meeting.
24 Jan	“The future is another country – it's different there!” Interesting report about a greater role for the Shotley community in the future. <more>
20 Jan	Job vacancy - Community Warden for Shotley Parish Council. <more>
20 Jan	After a spate of crimes in Shotley at the weekend, you are asked to keep your home secure and report anything to the police <more>
20 Jan	Free half day session at the Starfish Holiday Club this February half term! <more>
18 Jan	Local residents protested this morning at the state of the HMS Ganges mast. They feel that Babergh District Council and Haylink are neglecting their responsibilities. <more>
17 Jan	Did you go to any youth club events last summer? <more>
12 Jan	You are welcome to attend Thursday's Shotley Parish Council meeting at the village hall <agenda> \| <December Digest>
12 Jan	Latest news from Shotley Community Primary School, including Ofsted inspection on 15 Jan!!
6 Jan 2008	Les Stebbings wins a Babergh Community Achievement Award, to be presented on 5 March. Congratulations! <about Les>
31 Dec 2007	You are invited to participate in Shotley's Big Quiz, 2008 <more>
29 Dec	New Monday to Saturday bus timetable from Wednesday 2 January
29 Dec	For (almost) all your new year shopping and business needs - check your very local services first, using the Shotley Directory 2007
22 Dec	MyShotley.com would like to thank all our readers for your support during a successful 2007, and wish you a Happy Christmas and community new year
22 Dec	The blind of the peninsula ask you to give a thought for them when you park your vehicle - please leave it on the road. (Plus they announce their new social programme) <more>
21 Dec	Latest bird counts (and easier to read page)
16 Dec	You are welcome to attend Thursday's Shotley Parish Council meeting at the village hall <agenda>
9 Dec	Details of Christmas 2007 bus services
8 Dec	£17m windfall for Haven Gateway <more> \| <East Anglian DT>
2 Dec	Every household in Shotley & Erwarton should now have received your copy of the December / January Noticeboard. Or you can read it right here
2 Dec	Bracelet found plus unclaimed raffle prizes following successful seventh annual 1st Shotley Scouts Ceilidh <more>
1 Dec	Create breathing places, with free help and advice from Suffolk Wildlife Trust <more>
29 Nov	Latest newsletter from the Headteacher of Shotley School
26 Nov	Digest of 15 November Parish Council meeting.
25 Nov	Shotley Parish Council receives advice about 'bird flu'. Please report dead wildfowl or other birds to the DEFRA helpline: 08459 33 55 77 <guidance>
16 Nov	Ipswich Buses withdraws route 202 from 31 December 2007
16 Nov	The first 'Street Meet' in Shotley is on 27 November <more>
16 Nov	Can Suffolk be the greenest county? <informal report>
15 Nov	Due to BT cable laying, Old Hall Road from Frogs Alley south to Old Hall Cottage will be closed 19 - 23 Nov, 9.30am - 3.30pm. Pedestrians and cyclists will have access. Alternative route for vehicles: via Church Walk / Shotley Walk / The Street. Enquiries to Rachel Cross, 01666 822801.
11 Nov	You are welcome to attend Thursday's Shotley Parish Council meeting at the village hall <agenda>
9 Nov	Tidal surge hits Shotley! <pictures> <flood warnings>
9 Nov	The High Sheriff of Suffolk, invites you to nominate projects for awards and grants <more>
9 Nov	The information boards from Haylink's second public exhibition, showing all their proposals, are now available to download here
2 Nov	Tell the bus operators what you think of them! <more>
Don't forget to check the <what's on> (including Street Meet; live music)
31 Oct	Forty people attended a special Parish Council meeting on the Ganges reserved matters application last night, and a response was agreed and sent to Babergh DC - to object.
28 Oct	Digest of 18 October Parish Council meeting.
28 Oct	Revised Monday to Saturday bus timetable from 29 October. Download it here.
26 Oct	The County Council intends to remove the steps from the river to Stourside, and not repair the breach in the path! <more>
24 Oct	The Viking Forest looks forward to seeing you this Saturday for cutting and raking, 10am, at Golden Wood (behind Orwell View Road). Stout footwear, gardening gloves and rakes are needed. Barbeque to follow.
19 Oct	September figures show decrease in crime in Shotley <more> PLUS latest neighbourhood watch newsletter including halloween posters
19 Oct	Plea for help to keep a choir in Shotley Church <more>
15 Oct	Do you have an interest in the Shotley countryside? Volunteer vacancies with the Suffolk Hedgerow Survey Project.
15 Oct	You are welcome to attend Thursday's Shotley Parish Council meeting at the village hall <agenda>
13 Oct	Canoeist due to complete circumnavigation of the UK at Shotley marina on 27/28 October, in aid of Cystic Fibrosis <more> (actual arrival date will be reported in advance here)
11 Oct	Plans submitted by Haylink for the revised HMS Ganges 'reserved matters' planning application now available here
11 Oct	New opening hours at the Happy Fryer <more>
11 Oct	Graffiti removal kit available on loan <more>
8 Oct	Warning to young people and parents - 'Hornets' nest on Shotley Cliff <more>
8 Oct	'The Trek to Bethlehem' will take place on December 8 (from Shotley Village Hall) [now cancelled] <more>
7 Oct	Interested in playing petanque locally? <more>
6 Oct	The Powwow is back! Following the success of the inaugural pow wow in June 2007, which the organisors attribute to people who attended, an even better event is planned for June 2008 <more>
4 Oct	Shotley Street post office re-launched today!
4 Oct	Two new noticeboards are in place in Shotley! Outside the post office in The Street / Kingsland, and opposite the post office in Bristol Hill.
3 Oct	Funding / grants available now! (1) Community Champions Fund, and (2) Suffolk Foundation
3 Oct	Are you interested in free home insulation - loft and /or cavity wall if they are on a qualifying benefit, or an interest free loan if ineligible for the free stuff? <more>
3 Oct	Graffiti that has appeared around Stourside and Lloyd Road has been reported to Babergh and will be cleaned up in due course.
28 Sep 2007	The 100th edition of Shotley Noticeboard is being delivered to everyone in Shotley and Erwarton this weekend. You can also read it here, including a copy of issue number 1, March 1991.
25 Sep	Be first to know what's going on - with the latest Parish Council Digest
25 Sep	Thank you to the volunteers who surveyed and collected 22 bags of rubbish (including a toilet seat and pair of waders!) from a section of Shotley beach <more>
25 Sep	King Edward VII Drive will be closed from next Monday 1 October until 28 February. An alternative pedestrian route will be signed. Vehicular traffic to use Caledonia Road for access to Marina <more>
22 Sep	The mobile skate park is back! Due to the success in August, it is back on Lloyd Road field, Shotley Gate, on Wednesday 24 October (half term), 10am - 2pm. Plus multi sports and lots of give aways! <more>
22 Sep	Shotley Youth Club thanks averyone for the fun filled summer programme, and seeks involvement for the next phase as the after-school club closes <more>
21 Sep	Bella's Catering requires casual staff (16 yrs and over) walter/ess,cleaners, cooks/chefs. Please give Natalie a call on 07990800802 <more jobs>
21 Sep	Latest news and programme for the Shotley Peninsula branch of the East Suffolk Association for the Blind.
11 Sep	The developers invite you to a second exhibition weekend at HMS Ganges, in October <more>
8 Sep	Lots of juicy local news in your latest Parish Council Digest
8 Sep	If you would to see our village and beach litter-free, please come along to this Saturday's Shotley Tidy UP and Beachwatch <more>
8 Sep	There will be temporary speed restrictions at several points between Wherstead and Shotley between 10 and 16 September, to install road stud <more>
7 Sep	More affordable housing in Kingsland and Queensland <more>
1 Sep	Is your group short of cash, or are you trying to get a new project off the ground? Funding surgeries in Shotley 3 October & 22 November or Freston 23 October.
Don't forget to check <what's on> (eg casino, youth activities, beachwatch, music)
31 Aug	Latest Neighbourhood Watch newsletter
31 Aug	The Shotley Gate public toilets are now open again. A temporary indicator bolt has been fitted to the door whilst Babergh await the arrival of the new coin-lock system.
21 Aug	Share a journey! SuffolkCarShare.com is a new, free journey-matching website designed to encourage car sharing across the county.
20 Aug	Amazing photo of Shotley Gate in 1905 now available.
18 Aug	Many more photos added to the Ganges Tour page
17 Aug	Haylink's public information boards are now available to download here
15 Aug	Shotley Beachwatch is on 15 September <more>
13 Aug	A positive experience at the Starfish Club <more>
12 Aug	Agenda for this Thursday's Parish Council meeting.
11 Aug	New book 'The Shotley Incident' now available to buy here. <more>
8 Aug	MyShotley takes you on a photographic tour of the former HMS Ganges site
7 Aug	The temporary closure of the Stour river path has been extended to February, but repairs will be sooner <more>.
7 Aug	Message from your Parish Council about this weekend's exhibition at the HMS Ganges site. <more>
31 Jul 2007	Vandalism to a number of vehicles in Shotley Gate (Stourside, Kirkton Close and Lloyd Rd) on the evening of Monday 30 July. Please tell the police if you saw anything, or of similar incidents.
28 Jul	The Peninsula Airdancers have just blown into town and are available to hire! Come and meet us at the Rose Fete on 5 August.
27 Jul	A couple from Shotley Gate appeal to the community to reduce car speeding following their tragedy.<more> Please keep to the speed limit in your village.
27 Jul	Latest issue of Shotley Noticeboard is being delivered to everyone in Shotley & Erwarton this weekend. Get your eyes on it here first!
26 Jul	Digest of the Parish Council meeting
22 Jul	Amazing summer programme of activities for young people in Shotley! <full timetable> \| <more>
22 Jul	Do you need to lose weight for your health? Do you want to stop smoking? Are you entitled to a free flu jab? <more>

20 Jul	The developers invite you to an exhibition weekend at HMS Ganges <more>
15 Jul	Local family featured in BBC1's DIY SOS this friday! <more>
15 Jul	Celebrating ten years of our community wood <more>
15 Jul	Agenda for this Thursday's Parish Council meeting.
13 Jul	Bus wars in Shotley! New Ipswich Buses route 202 starts on Monday 23 July, plus additional Far East buses from 30 July <new timetable and more>
13 Jul	Burglaries at Shotley Marina & Shotley Primary School. Did you see anything? <more>
9 Jul	The people of Shotley are invited to celebrate ten years of the community woodland at Shotley Gate. Sunday 15 July, 2pm,"the glade" in the centre of the wood <more>
6 Jul	Shotley Marina target local people to fill their vacancies for trainee lock master, maintenance person and Shipwreck staff <more>
5 Jul	A mobile skate park will be at Ganges wood field, Shotley Gate on Friday 31 August. This is part of a programme of activities planned for young people this summer (watch this space!)
6 Jul	Mel & Tony would like to thank very much everybody who helped in the successful hunt for Rosie
6 Jul	The Queen's Head is closed for refurbishment. It re-opens on 15 July with some special events <more>
3 Jul	Digest of the Parish Council meeting
30 Jun	Part of footpath 13 at Shotley Marsh Sluice will be closing temporarily between 2 and 29 July to enable repair works to be carried out. <more>
29 Jun	Safer Neighbourhood Team community consultation meeting announced
23 Jun	Photos of Shotley & Erwarton contributed by young MyShotley.com user
22 Jun	Our vibrant and active Youth Club is looking for volunteers to help on Wednesday afternoons <more>
22 Jun	Summer activities for kids in Ipswich
17 Jun	Agenda for this Thursday's Parish Council meeting.
16 Jun	Do you know a Shotley group or individual deserving recognition for their excellent community work? Nominate them for the Probert awards by 27 June <form>
15 Jun	Don't forget that we have the fresh fish van at the weekends <more>
14 Jun	Big Shotley weekend ahead! No need to go elsewhere when we have 17 Open Gardens, 12 garage sales, live music and the Native American Indian Powwow. (If you need to buy food - go no further than our own shops or Harkstead Farmer's Market!)
14 Jun	Two Open Studios in Shotley: Rebecca Bourne and Ola Zlasu \| <more>
13 Jun	News from many village groups including the youth club <annual parish meeting reports>
9 Jun	Our summer Fayre is listed on Innocent Village Fetes
Lots of things to do coming up in Shotley. Don't forget to check <what's on>
9 Jun	Latest issue of Shotley Noticeboard and the second annual edition of the Shotley & Erwarton Business & Information Directory are now delivered to all households.
8 Jun	Shotley Parish Council's update on HMS Ganges after meeting the developers and new architects. <more>
4 Jun	Babergh DC issue their fourth e-newsletter aimed at keeping local stakeholders up-to-date about the future of the former HMS Ganges site <BDC Ganges News #4>
31 May	Digests of recent Parish Council meetings are published <more>
31 May	Shotley Parish Council, at its Annual Council Meeting held on 17 May, resolved to adopt the Model Code of Conduct No 1159, with the addition of paragraph 12(2) and without further amendment. It is available to download here, or for inspection by appointment
27 May	13 Shotley Beavers have a super time at major event, and are a credit to our village <more>
26 May	Buzabout - provides new supermarket s and lunchtime specials services <more>. Plus timetable includes ferry connections
26 May	Open Gardens presents 17 gardens old and new on 16 June, from 10am - 4.30pm <more>
25 May	Shotley School announces staffing reorganisation and penalty notices to tackle non-school attendance. Plus latest newsletter <more>
26 May	Our Safer Neighbourhood Team is launched <more>
25 May	The toilets on Bristol Hill are out of action again - the coin box has been forcibly removed. Babergh DC are ordering replacement. Please pass any information about the culprit(s) to the police or Parish Clerk.
19 May	Agenda for the Annual Parish meeting this Thursday.
19 May	Local GPs offer medical equipment amnesty ! <more>
13 May	Agenda for the Annual Parish Council meeting this Thursday. This is the first meeting since new councillors elected.
11 May	Shotley Parish Council and the police take the unprecedented step of writing directly to all Shotley residents about an assault on a woman in Shotley Gate <more>
11 May	Celebrate Shotley at the Annual Parish Meeting on 24 May <more>
5 May	ELECTION RESULTS! Penny Clarke and Tony Roberts are elected as our District Councillors! <more>
2 May	It is now confirmed that the B1456 will be closed between Shotley & Chelmo on 10 & 11 May 2007 between 10pm & 6am <more>
28 Apr	Suffolk Food Hall opens on 3 May, at Wherstead, just before you go under the Orwell Bridge <more>
27 Apr	Don't forget to use your vote! District Council elections are this Thursday 7am - 10pm <more>
27 Apr	Major Native American Indian Powwow event to be held at Shotley Village Hall in June <more>
20 Apr	Following requests from local councillors, the dates for the B1456 closure have changed. It is now scheduled for the evenings of 10, 11, 12 May. To be confirmed. <more>
20 Apr	Shotley School's latest newsletter is published here
16 Apr	Agenda for the Parish Council meeting this Thursday. Includes: road closures, damage to the sea wall, bus stop locations and proposed extension to Shotley Post Office
16 Apr	Don't forget Images of Shotley this weekend! Food, drink, live music, exhibitions, competitions, crafts and <more>
14 Apr	The B1456 will be closed between Shotley and Chelmondiston on 3 & 4 May, between 0930 and 1530 – diversions routes to be in place, in and out <more>
13 Apr	The bus stop at Great Harlings has been moved to outside 5 Hervey Terrace by the County Council. Due to BT banning fixing to telegraph poles. Shotley Parish Council will discuss this on 19 April.
10 Apr	List of candidates for the new Shotley Parish Council is published. As there are only 8 nominated for 9 seats, there will not be an election (although there will be for our Berners ward of Babergh District Council). <more>
8 Apr	Fifteen year old sends in pictures of the breached river Stour wall <more>
8 Apr	Do you want to be the Superfundraiser for your Group? <more>
4 Apr	Youngsters accosted at the beach <Evening Star story>
4 Apr	Easter bin collections: <more> Collections due on Good Friday will be made the following day – Saturday 7 April Collections due on Easter Monday will be made the following day – Tues 10 April Collections for the rest of the week will be one day later than usual up to Friday's collections being made on Saturday 14 April
1 Apr	Do you use the riverside path on the Stour below Shotley Cliff, that has been breached? <latest>
1 Apr	Latest issue of Shotley Noticeboard arrives!
1 Apr	Get your business noticed! This is your last chance to include your details in the second edition of the Shotley & Erwarton Business & Information Directory <more>
31 Mar	Volunteers win a crucial battle against litter in Shotley <more>
31 Mar	New Buzabout community car launched <more>
30 Mar	Latest Digest of Shotley Parish Council.
29 Mar	Shotley School's latest newsletter is published here
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25 Mar	Kidzone also asks for your support! <more>
25 Mar	Your local scout group asks for your loose change and your support
19 Mar	Are you joining everyone to help tidy up Shotley this Saturday? 10am to 12noon - meet at village hall or the Kirkton Close green. For more details email us or phone 788510.
19 Mar	Come and join the new Shotley Peninsula Suffolk Yahoo Group
17 Mar	Council tax payers are reassured that high percentage increase in Shotley Parish Council's precept is actually a very small monetary increase, and reflects better services. <more>
17 Mar	Shotley Youth Club has today been awarded almost £6500 to run a summer activitiy programme. If you or your children have any ideas on how the money should be spent come to the club which meets every term time Wednesday at 3.30pm in Shotley Village Hall, or email us.
14 Mar	Popularity of allotments in Shotley results in waiting list being formed! <more>
14 Mar	County Council asks for comments on proposed new mobile library routes <Mobile 1 route 12> \| <Orwell Mobile 2 route 5>
14 Mar	Shotley & Erwarton Good Neighbours Scheme features in Suffolk Acre newsletter <more>
11 Mar	Agenda for the Parish Council meeting this Thursday
11 Mar	Shotley Open Gardens - update
10 Mar	Young people who hold a valid Explore Card can now get half fares on the Buzabout Community Car. <more>
6 Mar	Slightly revised bus timetable now available.
3 Mar	Climate Change Now! Free, interactive workshop at Shotley village hall on 22 March See more information. Book by email or phoning 788248
3 Mar	Book now for Digit01, a DanceEast show for young people age 7+ and their families, at Shotley village hall <more>
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25 Feb	Shotley School profile published on the web <more>
20 Feb	Do you have pride in your community? Please join the list of volunteers to make Shotley look even tidier at Spring Clean Suffolk Week 2007 on 24 March (not 31st) .
19 Feb	Latest Digest of Shotley Parish Council.
18 Feb	Local resident hails Shotley Drama Club's Aladdin. <more>
12 Feb	Babergh DC issues their third e-newsletter about the future of the former HMS Ganges site.
11 Feb	A fresh fish stall is now anchored in Shotley Gate every Sunday <more>
6 Feb	The former HMS Ganges site is currently being used by the Police for riot training <more> \| East Anglian Daily Times story
4 Feb	Agenda for the Parish Council meeting this Thursday
3 Feb	Following the Parish Council alerting to Suffolk County Council to the collapsed section of coastal path on the Stour in Shotley Gate, the path has been temporarily closed for safety reasons pending repair.
3 Feb	Latest issue of Shotley Noticeboard arrives!
2 Feb	Images of Shotley now in its 5th year! Dates announced
31 Jan	STOP PRESS! Part-funding has been approved for redeveloping the tennis courts area in Shotley Gate! <more>
31 Jan	Following the collapsed section of coastal path on the Stour in Shotley Gate, the Parish Council is starting to arrange repair through the appropriate agency.
30 Jan	Latest Digest of Shotley Parish Council
24 Jan	Far East Travel inform Shotley residents exclusively through MyShotley.com that new bus vehicles will be on the Shotley route from February. Also, detailed fares info. <more>
24 Jan	Shotley Bowmen are in need of a shed to store targets etc. If anyone has one in reasonable condition available, the Bowmen would be very grateful and collect. Please contact David Armes (787630) or Ian Peters (787460).
20 Jan	Pictures of the new Peninsula Sports Centre
19 Jan	Latest Erwarton Bay low and high tide bird counts
18 Jan	Ring found. On News Year day a ladies ring was found in Lower Harlings. A notice has been placed in the shop window, and the ring handed into Capel St Mary police station. [thanks to local resident]
14 Jan	Thursday's Shotley Parish Council Agenda is published, plus the Digest of December's meeting.
13 Jan	New details for the Fit for all exercise classes at the Shipwreck <more>
13 Jan	Suffolk Constabulary is giving you the opportunity to find out more about local policing via a new high-tech messaging service, Police Direct
12 Jan	Are you interested in helping the community by becoming a first responder? <more>
9 Jan	Shotley Gate tennis courts refurbishment / upgrade project picks up pace - your comments please <more>
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7 Jan	Local resident wants to tell you about the exciting way she has found to pass on unneeded, but usable things <more>
7 Jan	Shotley Drama Group is is in full swing with rehearsals for its forthcoming pantomime 'Aladdin'. Get your tickets before they sell out! <more>
6 Jan 2007	Care about healthcare? Get involved in influencing the PCT's plans for healthcare over the next 2 - 3 years. Book on a workshop in Hadleigh, Sudbury, Felixstowe or Ipswich \| NHS services in Shotley

28 Dec 2006	Have you thought of opening your garden, in aid of the Shotley Church Power Project? <more>
23 Dec	New Shotley bus timetable from 2 January - with more sensible services! Christmas services More info
23 Dec	Latest Erwarton Bay bird counts
22 Dec	Shotley Parish Council meet the developers of the HMS Ganges site <more>
20 Dec	MyShotley.com would like to thank all our users for your support during 2006, and wish you a Happy Christmas and Prosperous Community New Year
17 Dec	Agenda for Thursday's Parish Council
15 Dec	Activity report from local branch of the East Suffolk Association for the Blind.
13 Dec	Suffolk murders: do you have any information, however small, that may help the police with their enquiries? Police hotline 0800 0961011
13 Dec	The Manager of Chelmondiston Waste & Recycling Centre wishes to thank the community for the support he received which resulted in him being reinstated.
12 Dec	Particularly due to the current very unusual situation in the Ipswich area, MyShotley asks you to remember the normal safety messages particularly while you are out and about in the evenings over the Christmas period. <more> Friends stick together Get home safe Don't overdo it
10 Dec	Local resident uses MyShotley to thank everyone in the community who came to help when they heard the double vehicle explosion in Great Harlings early this morning! She would particularly like to trace the man who quickly took children from two houses to safety.
9 Dec	A reader has shared his family tree on the descendants of one of his ancestors who lived in Shotley in the eighteenth century, Robert Markham. Plus information traced on other family names from Shotley: Palmer and King. <more>
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5 Dec	Babergh DC issues their second e-newsletter about the future of the former HMS Ganges site.
4 Dec	Kick off for the new website of Shotley Rangers FC
3 Dec	Latest update from local branch of the East Suffolk Association for the Blind.
1 Dec	Latest Digest of Shotley Parish Council
29 Nov	Latest edition of the Shotley Noticeboard is published on this website before being delivered to your home this weekend.
29 Nov	After the success of our first Shotley & Erwarton Business and Information Directory last year, we are now getting ready to produce our second edition for 2007.
22 Nov	New Peninsula Sports Centre for community use is nearing completion <more>
22 Nov	Shotley Parish Council is asking for ideas for redeveloping the tennis courts at Shotley Gate. <more>
17 Nov	Exclusive! a new bus service will replace First's from January. This will result in Shotley and the peninsula getting a better service than now. More details and timetable here soon! <buses>
17 Nov	Are you able to volunteer to help with an important project in Shotley - the hedgerow survey? <more>
17 Nov	The Power Project's 15 x 15cm bright green, plastic covered, album of card samples has gone missing from the church table. It may have been taken home by someone wishing to take their time to choose! The album represents many hours of work to produce a range of designs and its early return, would be greatly appreciated. Any info to 01473 431787
13 Nov	Do you have any jumble you can donate to this Saturday's Shotley School PFA jumble sale? Please drop off at the school.
12 Nov	Agenda for Thursday's Parish Council
11 Nov	Bathside Bay container terminal construction unlikely to commence for at least 4 years. Shotley to receive major grant for our amenity and environment before works start. <more>
10 Nov	Latest Digest of Shotley Parish Council (later than usual due to holidays)
10 Nov	The deadline for a grant to support your community activities from Babergh East Local Strategic Partnership is rapidly approaching Do not miss out! <info and application>
5 Nov	Shotley Gate gridlocked, as world's largest ship MS Emma Maersk arrives on its maiden voyage. National TV reports attract thousands of visitors. <more pictures>
4 Nov	The First Group withdraw from providing their Shotley bus service (97) from 31 December. Suffolk CC are now in negotiations with other bus companies to encourage them to take on some of the services. What do you think? <timetables>
4 Nov	Are you unemployed? Haven 4 Skills aims to increase employment on the Shotley Peninsula <more>
4 Nov	Latest update from local branch of the East Suffolk Association for the Blind.
3 Nov	Free training for social enterprise <more>
31 Oct	Shotley Youth Club is ready for lift off! The first session is open to young people of High School age. Where: Shotley Village Hall When: once a week - from Wednesday 8 November, 3.30pm- 5.30pm Why: to have fun, get involved, meet & make friends, choose activities <More information>

22 Oct	Is your group feeling short of cash? Free funding surgeries are being held in Shotley <details 2006>\|<details 2007>.
20 Oct	Karen Pickering is running swimming lessons at Royal Hospital School, Holbrook. For more details click here or call 07704 806051
20 Oct
16 Oct	Warning to residents of Bristol Hill area with Pond fish - early this morning an otter dined on all 6 fish in a pond in Bristol Hill Park! Thanks to Robin Haines for this information.
16 Oct	New Shotley bus timetable published
16 Oct	Agenda for Thursday's Parish Council
13 Oct	Babergh DC issues their first e-newsletter about the future of the former HMS Ganges site
7 Oct	Latest Erwarton Bay bird counts
7 Oct	Pumpkins, witches, ghosts and ghouls!!! - activities for children aged from 6 months up to 16 years <more>
5 Oct	Tree Preservation Orders served on all the trees on the Ganges site - details and maps
5 Oct	Warning - the surface of the bridge at Golden Wood is now so smooth that any rain or dew on it makes the surface VERY slippery. Please hold on tight when crossing. Thanks to the local resident who alerted us to this hazard.
30 Sep	Latest edition of the Shotley Noticeboard is delivered to every household this weekend. And on this website
30 Sep	Shotley School PFA announce their book sale in the school hall for the week of 2 to 6 October, from 3.15-3.45pm. Literally hundreds of books for sale all at 10p each. Everyone welcome

27 Sep	Lots of local news in the latest Digest of Shotley Parish Council

26 Sep	If you were one of the people or many children who helped to create Ganges Wood back in 1997, or if you use and enjoy the wood now, then please contact Anna Long or Mel Matthews, as we would like to arrange a celebration day for the wood’s 10th birthday next autumn.

22 Sep	Can you augment the church choir for the Christmas ‘Carols by Candlelight' service in our newly repaired and decorated Shotley Church on 17 December 6.30pm? You would need to attend practices at 10-11am in the village hall: Saturdays: 14 & 28 Oct, 11 & 25 Nov, 9 & 16 Dec. Please ring Thelma 787660

22 Sep	Latest Erwarton Bay bird counts
21 Sep	The Parish Council adopt formal aims and objectives

22 Sep	YMCA Training are looking for projects and placements opportunities within the local community, eg to build a community garden, build a play area, building an allotment for wheelchair users, etc. Call Ola Anderson on 01473 406126 for details.

17 Sep	Book your tickets now for Shotley Drama Group's latest offering - 'My Fair Lady' (9-14 October 2006) <more>
17 Sep	Agenda for Thursday's Parish Council

16 Sep	Kidzone has a vacancy for a Childcare Assistant.<more>

13 Sep	News on next years Shotley Open Gardens.

9 Sep	Higher than normal 'spring' tides are expected 9 - 11 September, and also 7 - 10 October <tide times> <more>

31 Aug	Found: a 'fancy' pigeon. Is it yours? Please make contact via info@myshotley.com

29 Aug	Would you like to see more live bands in Shotley? <more>
29 Aug	Latest update from East Suffolk Association for the Blind (Shotley Peninsula Branch)

27 Aug	Full details of Viking Forest Project now on this website
23 Aug	Digest of recent Parish Council meeting

18 Aug	New benches have been installed at the Shotley Gate and Kingsland children's play areas. Click picture to enlarge.

16 Aug	Be instrumental in creating our new Community woodland and wildflower meadow <cutting and raking>

13 Aug	Agenda for Thursday's Parish Council

12 Aug	Babergh district comes 19th in a quality of life national league table, published today by Halifax Home Insurance.

9 Aug	Flu jabs - if you are over 65, suffer from a condition, have weakened immunity or care ,for someone who is elderly or disabled, then come to Shotley Surgery for a free vaccination against flu– no appointments are needed <more> \| NHS services for Shotley

9 Aug	Do you want to stop smoking? Shotley Surgery can help you to give up tobacco and make a great improvement to your health and pocket. Just ring 787435 and ask for an appointment with the nurses who are specially trained to advise you.

8 Aug	New youth club in Shotley now recruiting

8 Aug	- Is your group feeling short of cash? - Does your group have an idea for a new project that requires some funding to get off the ground? - Would your group like some tips on how to write a successful funding application? YES– then come to a Funding Surgery

5 Aug	The deadline for the consultation period for the Suffolk County Council School Organisation Review has been extended to 30 September 2006 <more>

4 Aug	The latest issue of the Shotley Noticeboard is being delivered to you this weekend. Also available here.
1 Aug	Summer holiday activities in Ipswich for your kids! <more>

1 Aug	Watch out for suspect clothing collection leaflets <more>

28 Jul	HMS Ganges application rejected by Secretary of State! <more>
28 Jul	Digest of recent Parish Council meeting
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27 Jul	Were you in Ipswich on May 11? Help find missing Luke. <more>
27 Jul	£25 for your thoughts about living in or near an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty <more>

26 Jul	The Suffolk County Council "Reading Game" is coming to Shotley this summer, every alternate Friday on the mobile library starting on August 4. <more>

23 Jul	New Shotley Open Gardens 2006 photos
21 Jul	Shotley Youth and Community Project has been successful in gaining £7,000 from the Local Network Fund to fund an after school youth drop in once a week at the village hall for 11-16 year olds, hopefully starting in September 06. <more>

20 Jul	Your kids can enjoy very affordable summer fun activities at Shotley Primary School, on four Thursdays in the school holidays. <more>
19 Jul	STOP PRESS! Babergh today approved the Marina's planning applications - road improvements and 70 houses to be built. <more>

18 Jul	Letter from local resident to to MyShotley about access to local shops.

16 Jul	Parish Council Agenda published for Thursday 20 July
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16 Jul	Shotley School PFA would like to thank everyone who helped with their Summer Fayre. A total of £1,200 was raised towards the funding of an outside classroom/drama area/dining area.

11 Jul	Your right to inspect the Parish Council's accounts <more>

10 Jul	The Suffolk Coast and Heaths Partnership would like to know more about people living in and around this area.

10 Jul	Latest Erwarton Bay high water bird count
7 Jul	Savo publishes a monthly Workforce Development eBulletin, with up-to-date information aimed at developing the workforce of Suffolk's voluntary and community sector. If you'd like to subscribe and receive this bulletin monthly, please click here.

5 Jul	This weekend's Jazz and dinner event cancelled due to insufficient interest. Sorry.

1 Jul	Unique Shotley and Erwarton Business & Information Directory delivered to every household this weekend ! <more>
1 Jul	Read a review here of Shotley Open Gardens.

29 Jun	There's a fantastic range of activities for children this summer in the Ipswich area
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28 Jun	Don't miss out on the Jazz, dinner and dance at the Village Hall, 8 July. Phone 788349 <more>
28 Jun	East Suffolk Association for the Blind - Shotley Peninsula Branch social programme published here

27 Jun	Lots of news about Shotley School in the PFA's Summer Newsletter. Just published!
22 Jun	Shotley Gate toilets: we have been informed by Babergh that only the disabled toilet would be renovated and remains open, but for use by everyone. This decision was taken due to it being a low use facility - to save maintenance and cleaning costs. The rest of the facility would revert back to Anglian Water who own the building. What do you think of this decision?	The Shotley Gate toilets as seen in January 2005 (click)

21 Jun	Grants have been awarded to several local groups, PC Garrod's report, a new approach to communications, more dog bins, and a vote on the Marina. Just some of the main points from the most recent Shotley Parish Council meeting, summarised in the latest Digest

20 Jun	Shotley Parish Council vote to oppose Marina planning application, but then the item is withdrawn from Babergh's agenda. <more>

17 Jun	Shotley Open Gardens enjoyed by many [report and pictures to follow] <more>

15 Jun	Shotley residents are asked to consider others when setting bonfires.<more>
14 Jun	Babergh Development Committee receive their report and recommendations on Shotley Marina road applications

11 Jun	Parish Council Agenda released
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11 Jun	Fourteen Shotley gardeners and a woodsman / naturalist are ready to greet you Saturday June 17 <Open Gardens>

8 Jun	Shotley GP practice launch their own website <more>

4 Jun	There was a tragic car accident in Shotley Street at about 3.30pm this afternoon. One woman died and 6 taken to hospital.

2 Jun	Right now there is an exciting project that needs committed and enthusiastic people to help make it happen

29 May	Latest update on the Peninsula branch of the East Suffolk Association for the Blind

29 May	Virus-affected cruise vessel 'Van Gogh' detained at Harwich <more>. <cruise ship calls>
27 May	Stop Press! New edition of Noticeboard delivered on this website! (and to your home)

24 May	Latest Erwarton Bay bird counts
21 May	New benches, shorter grass, another new bin, grants, and a response to the Marina application. Just some of the main points from the most recent Shotley Parish Council meeting, are included in the new regular Digest

19 May	Full details of your new local community police officer, Chris Garrod, added to MyShotley.com

19 May	Following a complaint, Shotley dog owners are reminded that dog barking can cause a statutory nuisance. Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 the District Council can take formal action on dog owners if their dogs are left to bark for long periods.
	If you want further advice or wish to make a complaint about dog barking, please phone Environmental Services on 01473 825890 or check www.babergh.gov.uk

19 May	Suffolk College invites you to explore future Adult Learning opportunities on Wednesday 24 May 2006, 4pm-6.30 at Holbrook High School. Please feel free to drop in. <more>
	If you cannot attend but would like to see adult education provision in the area please tell us what course you would like to see, the best times and locations for you and we will make sure your points are passed on info@myshotley.com

14 May	Agenda for next Parish Council Meeting <more>
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2 May	Pictures now available of the recent Images of Shotley weekend

27 Apr	Parish Council respond to Marina applications. <more>

27 Apr	What adult education courses would you like to have locally? There may be opportunities for colleges to provide adult learning nearby - but we need to find out what people are interested in. Please email to tell us

21 Apr	The Parish Council have called a SPECIAL MEETING on 27 April 2006 to consider planning applications by Shotley Marina Ltd <more>

21 Apr	Images of Shotley is this weekend.....<more>

20 Apr	Improvements in Shotley Gate play areas! - the Parish Council have now removed the brambles from the tennis courts, replaced the play area matting, replaced and repaired perimeter fencing, prior to planning for even bigger improvements to the facilities.

18 Apr	New bus, ferry & community car timetable now available, including a brilliant new leaflet for public transport users in Shotley <more>

18 Apr	The Hidden Heritage of Suffolk is revealed, by the Public Catalogue Foundation <more>

16 Apr	Agenda for next Parish Council Meeting <more>

16 Apr	A new policeman has been appointed for the peninsula - PC Chris Garrod. Watch this space for more info and a picture soon <more>

16 Apr	Whitsun Big Fun Football courses <more>

16 Apr	Is your group feeling short of cash? Does your group have an idea for a new project that requires some funding to get it off the ground? Would your group like some tips on how to write a successful funding application? Yes? – then come along to a Funding Surgery in Shotley on 25 May or 11 July

16 Apr	Free Ten Top Tips training in Shotley Village Hall <more>

16 Apr	Shotley School PFA's Spring Newsletter published.
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4 Apr	You are invited to Shotley's Annual Parish Meeting

4 Apr	Complaints have been received about advertisements etc at Freston crossroads. They aren't allowed for safety reasons (distraction at this accident hotspot).

4 Apr	Details of all local voluntary groups have now been added to MyShotley

2 Apr	Full details about your local doctors surgery and other NHS services now one click away on MyShotley <more>

31 Mar	A free Shotley Business & Information Directory is now being produced - make sure you are included!

31 Mar	Latest edition of the Shotley Noticeboard arrives on this site! <more>
31 Mar	Two Parish Councillors arranged with Holbrook High School Head Mr Sherrington to meet young people from all year groups about the lack of youth provision on the peninsula. Some of the points that were made are now being worked on, such as a clear up and tidy of the tennis courts, and an idea to open the Village Hall after school. Watch this space.

28 Mar	Essential safety and maintenance work has commenced at the Ganges Wood tennis courts and a long term plan is being put together. If you have any ideas on the best use of this recreation space let us know.

28 Mar	The bus shelter in Shotley Street has now been rebuilt <more>
28 Mar	Shotley Parish Council have been awarded £25,000 from the Babergh East Local Strategic Partnership to help fund the recommendations of the Parish Plan particularly building community infrastructure, addressing the needs of young people and local economic development. Local groups and organisations who may have eligible projects are invited to apply.

22 Mar	As part of Spring Clean Suffolk Week, a group from Shotley Sailing Club tidied up Shotley Gate. <more> Plus...new litter bins installed by Parish Council <more>

Sat 6 May	Book your stall or car boot for the Kidzone May Fair on 6 May <more>

19 Mar	Rayleigh Lodge has been demolished due to safety concerns raised by Shotley Parish Council. <more>
17 Mar	Ipswich Borough Council's Sport Services have launched a programme of activities for Easter holidays

16 Mar	Shotley Marina propose rebuilding King Edward VII Drive to improve access and safety, and enable 70 houses to be built <more>
15 Mar	Due to Cllr Wendy Corness's resignation from the Parish Council, there is a Councillor vacancy. If you would like to find out more, please contact the Parish Clerk, Linda.

14 Mar	Thanks to a partnership with Shotley Marina, MyShotley.com now provides live weather data from the Marina's own weather station <more>

13 Mar	Shotley Kidzone has a vacancy for a Childcare Worker with some administrative experience. <more>

10 Mar	The Parish Council meeting on 16 March, will receive a presentation on the proposed changes to King Edward VII drive from Ganges pier to the Marina and the building of the first 70 of 150 new homes on the Marina site, to give residents a chance to speak to the Marina about the changes. <more>. Start time changed to 7pm. Also a presentation on the HMS Ganges Inquiry. Agenda

7 Mar	This morning's Erwarton Bay low water bird count
5 Mar	The final session of the HMS Ganges Inquiry will now take place at Shotley Village Hall at 10am on Thursday 9 March. More documents also added to this site. <Inquiry news update>

1 Mar	Shotley Parish Council have two new members of staff. Linda Rowlands is the new Parish Clerk, and Dina Gouveia is the new Responsible Finance Officer <more>
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25 Feb	The Erwarton Parish Plan has now been published <more>

25 Feb	There are allotments available for rent <more>
24 Feb	Thank you to everyone who spoke at the public sessions of the HMS Ganges Inquiry yesterday - quite overwhelming. There were 53 separate speakers, listened to by the Inspector, Haylink's team and around 200 local people. <more>

24 Feb	Do you have any ideas of who to commemorate on a new seat at the foot of Bristol Hill in Shotley Gate? <more>

23 Feb	The show arrives in the village!!! The official Public Inquiry today sits at Shotley Village Hall. Come and see a wide range of people give their views to the Inspector, and perhaps add yours. The sessions are at 1 - 4pm and 6 - 9pm. <more>

16 Feb	Agenda for the next Parish Council meeting. <more>

9 Feb	The Inquiry into 325 homes at HMS Ganges is currently being held in Hadleigh. <more>

12 Feb	Buy the DVD - "B1456 - A road on overload", with additional aerial footage of Shotley. Proceeds to the Ganges fund. <more>
9 Feb	The Inquiry into 325 homes at HMS Ganges nears! Please attend the first day to make your views known! Tuesday Feb 14 at 10am, Council Offices at Hadleigh <more>

6 Feb	This afternoon's Erwarton Bay low water bird count, and advice on how to minimise disturbance
5 Feb	Latest edition of the Shotley Noticeboard arrives on this site! <more>
1 Feb	"20s PLENTY" near Shotley School! Please respect this, and the new Lollipop lady (School Crossing Patrol)

1 Feb	Felixstowe Landguard container terminal etc planning permission granted by Minister. <more>

31 Jan	Number of monthly visitors to MyShotley.com smashes previous record! <more>
27 Jan	WIND FARM IN SHOTLEY. There are rumours circulating widely in Shotley that a wind farm is planned for the village and while it is a fact that a windmill is currently under construction at Shotley village hall, the residents of the village need not worry. <more>

22 Jan	Would you like to get paid to help improve Shotley? The following job vacancies are now available: Parish Clerk Responsible Financial Officer Litter Warden
19 Jan	Local people are urged to attend the first day of the Public Inquiry into the HMS Ganges planning application <Ganges news update>
21 Jan	Fitness Classes starting upstairs at the Shipwreck, Shotley Marina from Monday, 20 Feb (run by Amanda Haskell of Shotley Gate). Whole body fitness and toning exercise classes tailored for all fitness levels. 7pm to 8pm every Monday. £4 per class. All you need to bring is yourself, a towel and cold drink. Contact 01473 788200.

15 Jan	Shotley Marina to upgrade road from Bristol Arms towards the marina. Exclusive detailed drawings available here!
15 Jan	What a night! A big thank you to the Shotley residents and friends who together raised over £1020 for the Digestive Disorders Foundation in Suffolk, at a dance held at the village hall on Saturday 14 January. There was a terrific turnout and the duo 'Tricks of the Trade' kept us entertained through out the evening. A most memorable evening.

14 Jan	Special Parish Plan issue of the Noticeboard is delivered to all households in Shotley and Erwarton this weekend <more>

13 Jan	Agenda is issued for Parish Council meeting on Thursday 19 January, plus draft minutes of previous meeting.

09 Jan	This afternoon's Erwarton Bay bird count, and advice on how to minimise disturbance
1 Jan 2006	www.myshotley.com had over 1600 actual visitors in December. If your organisation, business, band, wants to use the power of the web to get your message across let us know on info@myshotley.com

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21 Dec 2005	The First Secretary of State is minded to allow the proposed container port at Bathside Bay, subject to conditions <more>

15 Dec	The Shotley Parish Plan has finally been published. A summary version (Noticeboard) will be delivered to every home. A copy of the full report is being issued to every club and organisation in the village as well as the principle decision makers and service providers. View or print the Parish Plan.

15 Dec	Two job vacancies at Shotley Parish Council. Parish Clerk Litter Warden

15 Dec	Shotley Marina announces that work will start by February on improved road access to the Marina. Watch this space for more details, including drawings.

13 Dec	Can you help with photographs showing the impact of traffic on local roads? The consultant helping the Peninsula Parishes at the HMS Ganges Public Inquiry has asked for photographic evidence of damaged verges, buildings, flooding, traffic congestion due to agricultural etc. Please include precise details of where and when they were taken and by whom and a brief description of what the picture shows, to Laurie Mayer

13 Dec	Christmas holiday bus and community car timetables published. <more>

12 Dec	Latest issue of The Shotley Noticeboard appears in full on this website! <more>

8 Dec	Shotley Parish Council have submitted a detailed "shopping list" (known as a s106 agreement) of measures that the community would wish to see implemented if permission is granted at the public Inquiry for 325 houses on the former HMS Ganges site. <more>

6 Dec	HMS Ganges pre-Inquiry meeting held <more>

1 Dec	Click here to find some great activities for the children to do during the holidays ... help them burn off some of that 'extra' energy.
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28 Nov	Gemini starts a new service this week in competition with First on the direct service to Ipswich via Chelmondiston. <more>

26 Nov	The Friends of Shotley Peninsula Parishes Alliance deliver a letter to all residents on the peninsula, asking for support against the current proposal to develop the HMS Ganges site <more>

19 Nov	Vision and Priorities announced for Shotley Peninsula Youth Forum <more>
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16 Nov	New play area complete! (click on picture, to see more pictures)

16 Nov	Full details of your local community police officer added to MyShotley.

14 Nov	Village Hall Management Committee has vacancy for volunteer Health and Safety Advisor, to advise them on procedure, maintenence, legal, etc. Please contact info@myshotley.com

12 Nov	“The Friends of Shotley Peninsula Parishes Alliance” is formed. <more>

28 Oct	The main parties set out their statements of case for the former HMS Ganges. <more>

23 Oct	Latest issue of The Shotley Noticeboard appears in full on this website! <more>

23 Oct	Would you like to get paid to improve the Shotley Gate environment? The Parish Council wish to employ a litter picker, initially for 4 hours each week, paid at approx five pounds per hour. If you are interested, please contact parishclerk@myshotley.com.

22 Oct	Can you sing? Help is needed to augment St. Mary’s church choir. Unfortunately, numbers have dropped through ill-health. If you are willing to practice on alternate Saturdays (10-11am), please email. You don't need to read music, just attend and be enthusiastic! Sadly, due to the viability of hiring the hall, if numbers do not increase the choir may have to end.

22 Oct	Do you know someone who plays an outstanding part in their local community? You can nominate them for an award. <more> \| <form for over 18s> \| <form for under 18s>

20 Oct	New Chairman of Shotley Parish Council elected <more>

20 Oct	Hadleigh Sector Neighbourhood Watch Newsletter, covering mini motorbikes, Halloween and raves. <more>

11 Oct	Ipswich Borough Council run loads of great holiday activities during the school half term holidays <more>

10 Oct	Suffolk Police are promoting the theme of – Sensible Behaviour on Halloween <more>
6 Oct	Shotley Drama Group auditions for the next pantomime <more>

3 Oct	Awards for all! Community projects are being urged to apply for small grants after the lottery revealed that there was £40 million left unspent in its' 'awards for all programme'. You can apply for between £500 and £5k if they support education, sports, the arts, heritage or health as well as young people etc. and don't forget that Suffolk CC have external funding officers here who should be able to help you with your application. <more>

1 Oct	Due to Cllr John Mullan resigning from the Parish Council, there is a Councillor vacancy. If you would like to find out more, please contact the Parish Clerk, Alison.

1 Oct	Chairman of Shotley Parish Council, Cllr John Mullan, resigns due to moving house. John will be much missed - he has steered Shotley through the past months and the masses of Bathside Bay and HMS Ganges paperwork with great skill and good humour.

1 Oct	New Parish Clerk, Alison Miller, takes up her post <more>

30 Sep	Details of District and County Councillors covering Shotley & Erwarton added to this site! <more>

26 Sep	Don't forget - Get your blanket tested (free) Age Concern - Ipswich will be testing blankets in December. The blankets need to be over three years old, in dry condition, complete with switch or controller, clearly labelled with owner's name, address and contact number.

24 Sep	The Shotley youth fun day was attended by quite a few young people. They enjoyed sports activities, dance, barbecue and creating a huge mural depicting what they would like to see for youth in Shotley.
	The event was used by youth workers to promote the idea of a Shotley Youth Forum. More details (and event pictures) to follow, but if you are interested, please email us. <event flyer>

23 Sep	Babergh's first arts register - have you signed up yet? <more>

17 Sep	Successful days cutting, raking and barbecue at Golden Wood (Viking Forest Project) <more>

15 Sep	Date set for HMS Ganges Public Inquiry <more>

15 Sep	Peninsula Toy Library to close at the end of December 2005 <more>

12 Sep	New webpage for the East Suffolk Association for the Blind - Shotley Peninsula Branch

9 Sep	Is your group feeling short of cash? Or has an idea for a new project that requires some funding to get it off the ground? Would your group like some tips on how to write a successful funding application? Funding surgeries offered to local groups.

5 Sep	Shotley Parish Plan invites local businesses to share views <more>

2 Sep	Shotley Drama Group announce auditions for their next pantomime..... <more>

2 Sep	Details of Listed Buildings included on MyShotley.com <more>
21 Aug	Hundreds of people enjoy the Shotley Bus Service Centenary event centred on the Village Hall. Displays, free rides, cream teas. <pictures and more> See results of Transport survey
21 Aug	MyShotley publishes ideas for clubs - in the form of posters made by children in Shotley School's year 4 <more>
19 Aug	Babergh Council would like to contact the person providing dance classes at The Shipwreck regarding doing some work with Young People. If you know who she is please contact info@myshotley.com

14 Aug	Would you be interested in Digital Cinema in Shotley? To find out more about the Rural Digital Cinema Project in Suffolk visit www.suffolkcinema.org.uk or email info@myshotley.com

5 Aug	Residents are being invited to make their views known regarding the proposed development of the former HMS Ganges <more>

1 Aug	Website popularity is consistent New statistics show that MyShotley.com continues to welcome around 1,500 unique and real visitors per month. This compares well with the population of Shotley & Erwarton. Since launching in November 2004, visitors total over 8,500. <figures>

1 Aug	Issue 86 of The Shotley Noticeboard published on this website.

1 Aug	Primary Care Trust launches major public consultation about NHS changes <more>

28 July	Vacancy for Clerk to Shotley Parish Council is re-advertised <more>

26 Jul	The Government Office for the Eastern region today decided to call in Babergh's decision to grant outline planning permission for the HMS Ganges site. <more>

25 Jul	Offer to all Charities, Schools, Community Groups for FREE paint or woodstain to repaint a community building or community centre, redecorate a school or charity premises, do an art project, including murals and painting scenery for school plays, tidy up a rundown street or area, help an individual in need (on benefits) redecorate their home? If yes to any of the above, please contact Andrew Wilkinson at en-form (Colchester's Environmental Information Centre) on 01206 - 367776 or log on to www.repaintessex.org.uk

23 Jul	Parish Council writes to Babergh and the Government Office about the decision on HMS Ganges <more>

15 Jul	Contributions wanted for the new webpage for the local music scene <more>

4 Jul	Shotley 'Open Gardens’ event raises an amazing £446.65 for the Power Project for Shotley Church <more>
25 Jun	HMS Ganges - The Fight Goes On! <more>

19 Jun	Buzabout services review announced <more>

16 Jun	Kidzone announce that they raised approximately £1000 at the May fair on 1 May. A huge thank you to everyone who supported the event.

16 Jun	Peninsula Toy Library seeking comments from local people on their possible move to Shotley Village Hall <more>

12 Jun	BT PAYPHONES IN SHOTLEY There are 4 payphones in Shotley. The two in Shotley Gate are on Bristol Hill and in Tudor Close. BT wish to alter these so that they can only operate with debit/credit cards because they have low usage. The Parish Council will provide a consolidated response to this proposal and this must be done by 3 August. If you wish to have a say, please provide your response to the Council through 7 Stourside, Shotley Gate by letter; through any councillor; or via email. The subject will be discussed at the next PC meeting on 16 June. You are welcome to attend. Alternatively, please pass your comments to the Parish Council for collation prior to the 21 July meeting. You may also wish to send your responses direct to BT.

9 Jun	Are you interested in the Community Responder Scheme? <more>

8 Jun	Babergh Council approve 325 homes at HMS Ganges! <more>

4 Jun	Major works start on Orwell Bridge! The Highways Agency is warning drivers of the Principal Inspection (PI) for the Orwell Bridge starting on 4 June which is expected to take 4-6 weeks. During this time there will be 24-hour single lane closures in both directions and 40mph speed restriction. <more>

1 Jun	Issue 85 of The Shotley Noticeboard published on this website.

26 May	Babergh recomends that the HMS Ganges Outline Planning Application be rejected. Full report <more>

25 May	There are three workshops being held for voluntary groups seeking funding from the Global Grants fund for major projects. We believe they are free of charge. If a group you are involved in may be interested please contact Elizabeth.louch@socserv.suffolkcc.gov.uk for more information 27 June - 10am to 12 noon – East House Hadleigh 1 July 2005 - 10am to 12pm - Wickham Partnership Offices 7 July 2005 - 1pm to 3pm - Ipswich Council for Voluntary Service
25 May	The HMS Ganges Mueum Trustees say that "Our most recent grant is for recording World War II experiences relating to HMS Ganges and the civil population of the area. Accordingly I will be most interested to hear from any family who remembers the conflict and HMS Ganges in particular during that time." If you know of anyone who would be interested please email info@myshotley.com. I am sure that this will be a fascinating project and we will follow up on MyShotley.com how the findings can be brought to a Shotley audience.

20 May	Vacancy arises for Clerk to Shotley Parish Council <more>

19 May	Can any one spare some time and skills to help with Kidzone's fantastic new garden? Grass cutting, weeding and general plant care. If you or anyone you know would like to help us please contact the Chairperson on 787463. <more>

6 May	Election result headlines for Shotley & Erwarton Lib Dem Councillor David Wood retains his County Council seat for Peninsula, with 49% of the vote <more> The Conservatives take control of Suffolk County Council from the Labour/Lib Dem coalition <more> Conservative MP Tim Yeo holds our South Suffolk Constituency Lib Dem parliamentary candidate Kathy Pollard comes second, increasing LD share by 3.6% <more> Good turnout in Peninsular: 72.5% Over the water, Ivan Henderson (Labour) loses his Harwich seat to the Conservatives' Douglas Carswell Details of local councillors

5 May	Holbrook High School will have a new Headteacher from September. Following Jenny Lee's decision to retire the Governors have chosen the current Deputy Head of Leiston High School Technical College Robert Sherrington to be her replacement. Leiston School has an excellent track record on working with and for the local community

2 May	BT Broadband comes to Shotley at last! To order from BT click here For independent information click here Or order from the existing wireless Redmoon service

30 Apr	Website popularity soars New statistics show that MyShotley.com welcomed 1,410 unique visitors, each using several pages, during April 2005. Since launching in November 2004, the total is over 4200. <figures>

23-24 Apr	Images of Shotley attracts many Shotley Residents, with its paintings, photographs, crafts, music and other activities reflecting rural life. <more>

12 Apr	The Power Project announces Shotley Open Gardens event, aiming to fund a toilet for Shotley Church. <more>

6 Apr	Shotley & Erwarton Good Neighbours Scheme launched. This scheme provides a variety of help to local people, such as transport or small domestic jobs. Helpline: 07799 873881. More details.

5 Apr	County Council REJECTS Ganges Application! <more>

1 Apr	Issue 84 of The Shotley Noticeboard published electronically for the first time.

29 Mar	Suffolk County Council today published their report on the Outline Planning Application for the HMS Ganges site. <more> Officers are recommending that the County does not object to the granting of outline planning permission for 325 houses on the site subject to there being agreement with the developer on various issues.

24 Mar	Parish Plan Questionnaires are now being collected from all households in Shotley & Erwarton! See the latest PROGRESS on the Parish Plans process. If you have missed out, or have any queries, please email info@myshotley.com, or telephone 07845 875238. <press release>

28 Feb	Peninsula Toy Library says: "USE US OR LOSE US" <more>

10 Feb	We have just been informed by The HMS Ganges Association that the gates have been given listed status at Grade 2. The citation in part reads: 'HMS Ganges finally closed in 1976 after some 150,000 boys had passed through these famous gates, 'leaving by the Main Gate' being the symbolic honourable departure from the establishment. All the boys had also regularly climbed the nearby Ceremonial Mast with which these gates form a significant group. As well as this considerable historic interest, these gates, of fine quality in themselves, have the added interest of the monogram of Edward VII, unusual because of His Majesty's short reign'

23 Jan	Shotley and Erwarton united to raise over £4300 for the Tsunami distaster appeal - with a whole day of activities <more>

20 Jan 2005	Xcape opens doors to cheaper travel Young people are being encouraged to get on board and pick-up a brand new discount card which gives them cheap travel across the county and much more. <more>

11 Dec 2004	Major improvements to Buzabout services announced <more>

5 Dec	Another Shotley Walking Club event sees 17 walkers tour the Erwarton area. <more>

1 Dec	Village Hall packed with local people for public meeting on "The future of medical services on the Shotley Peninsula". Local GPs plus Director of Central Suffolk Primary Care Trust gave talks and answered questions. <more>

26 Nov	MyShotley.com website officially launched, at Shotley School Xmas Bazaar. Many local people try out the site on big screen, and show a lot of interest. <pictures>
14 Nov	The second Parish Plan Walking Tour, sees 32 people and only one dog enjoy beautiful weather. From the Village Hall, they walked to Erwarton Hall, down to the Stour, along the bank via Rose Farm Cottages and Shotley Marina, arriving back via Gate Farm Road (about 4 miles).

19 Oct	Shotley Parish Council make a statement at the public meeting on Ganges development <more>

10 Oct	23 adults, 7 kids and 3 dogs go on Parish Plan Walking Tour. Clickable map now available!

Sep 2004	Countryside Agency announce grant to Parish Plan Committee <more>
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