Donation for the
festive lights
SALTASH town council's policy and resources committee have voted in favour of a £1,000 donation towards the Christmas lights in Fore Street.
The award followed a request by Saltash Chamber of Commerce.
Salt(B)ash 2000 also applied to the council for a donation towards New Year's Eve celebrations, and will receive £500. The event on December 31 will include music from the last 40 years and the lighting of a beacon at 10.30pm.
Fireworks and a watchnight service, as well as fancy dress, are also on the agenda. The proposed cost is £3,000 for the fireworks and £3,000 for the entertainment etc, a balloon race being held last Saturday to raise funds.
The committee have also allowed St John Ambulance to hold a fashion show at the Guildhall on October 23 for free, this to raise money for an ambulance appeal.
St Stephen's AFC are to receive £100 towards replacement of their nets, poles and flags.
Balloons for
the Bash
SALTASH mayor Bryan Preston started a balloon race on Saturday morning in Fore Street to raise money for Salt(B)ash who are starting a campaign to host the New Year's Eve celebrations in Saltash.
Over 500 balloons floated away from the town. Jo Grail, speaking on behalf of Salt(B)ash, said the idea was to raise the public awareness of their plans and encourage everyone to join in and develop the tradition of a celebration following the success of last New Year's Eve.
It is estimated that £6,000 will be needed to provide musical entertainment, a piper and a firework display. Anyone wishing to get involved can call 01752 845957.
Tearing
the flags
THE cost of hiring the Guildhall for weddings has been discussed by Saltash town council's policy and resources committee.
It was proposed that £150 should be the extra charge for the evening function.
Paul Adams said he was concerned about the flags flying from the Guildhall as they keep ctching on a corner of the building, and tearing. Stephen Tait suggested having a smaller town flag, or only flying a flag on special occasions.
The town clerk is to investigate the problem.
Saltash two
off to Ghana
TWO young people from the Livewire Youth Project in Saltash left for Ghana yesterday (Thursday) as part of a three-month Operation Raleigh assignment.
Over the past few months they have been raising £595 to take part, this including a sponsored volleyball tournament at Livewire during the Town Regatta.
Leanne Mingo, aged l7, and Craig Mills, aged 21, are both active members of Livewire, Leanne as a senior member helper assisting with the projects junior club, and Craig as a volunteer youth worker.
Project co-ordinator, Andy Rance, said: 'This is a fantastic opportunity for them both to broaden their experiences and take part in a worthwhile community activity overseas.'
Shop is
relaunched
THE Barnardo's shop in Saltash is celebrating its relaunch today (October 6).
Heather Gould, the new manager, said: 'We're really looking forward to the re-opening.'
The shop was closed for a short time to allow for preparations for the relaunch.
Scheme to help
the elderly
'SALTASH Live at Home' scheme have successfully applied to become part of the Live at Home initiative.
As a result they have received a grant of £1,500 to start the scheme in Saltash, and the local committee is busy fundraising. They have close links with 'Churches Together' and hope for support from the general community.
There is to be a coffee morning on the second Saturday of each month starting on October 14 at Saltash Wesley Church from 10am to noon. Quizzes are to be distributed for a fixed donations to raise funds. The aim of the scheme is to enhance the quality of life of older people and help sustain their independent living. For further details telephone Mark Fielding on 01752 844360.
Savoury
supper
A SAVOURY supper was held at Pill Farm, Saltash, last week when proceeds were for the Cancer Research Campaign.
A total of £100 was raised and the chairman, Eric Distin, thanked Mr and Mrs D Batten for hosting the event.