Sandyford and Goldenhill

Front of property comes down after being hit by vehicle

Breaking News! In the early hous of Saturday morning 23.11.13 it was reported that a vehicle went straight into the front of a property in Hollywall Lane, Sandyford.

Extensive damage has been brought to the property with the front of house brickwork coming down and exposing the buildings interior.

It is believed the building will be unsafe to live in and the report is that the police are still at the scene of the incident.

Residents who live in the area are aware of a similar incident like this that happened nearby approximately two years ago.

Joan Walley M.P. not to stand at next election

Joan Walley M.P. has reported that she will not be standing for the Labour Party at the 2015 General Election and said now is the time “to hang up my boots.”

Joan has been the Member of Parliament for Stoke on Trent North since 1987 and has worked tirelessly for her constituents during her time in office.

Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association (S.A.G.E.) has always had the full support from Joan no matter what the problem is, and she has always proved to be approachable to the many people she represents in her constituency.

The M.P. is always going to be a hard act to follow but at least a bench mark has been set for whoever it is who takes her place in Stoke on Trent North.

For more on this story follow the links below.

http://www.stokesentinel.co.uk/Labour-s-Stoke-Trent-North-MP-Joan-Walley-stand/story-20088822-detail/story.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-stoke-staffordshire-24964130

CRIMESTOPPERS NEED YOU!

Vehicle Theft on High Street

Between 8.00 p.m. Thursday 24th October & 8.30 am. Friday 25th October a secure red Peugeot 207 with the registration DG08 RWO was stolen from a property on High Street, Goldenhill. It was later located on Waterloo Street, Joiners Square after having hit a property.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the police on 101, quoting incident reference number 231 of 25th October.

Please report any suspicious activity or behaviour to the police immediately.

Car Accident Fatality in Sandyford

It has been repoted that a man has died in Sandyford High Street near to the McDonald’s Restaurant.

The accident happened around 4.30 this morning where the pedestrian suffered fatal injuries when in collision with a car.

It has been further reported that an ambulance and medical personnel attended the incident but unfortunately the man’s life could not be saved.

A local resident has said that the High Street in Sandyford is closed to traffic and is being diverted via Hollywall Lane.

http://www.stokesentinel.co.uk/Sandyford-man-Shaun-Hodgkinson-killed-taxi-crash/story-19996229-detail/story.html

Sandyford & Goldenhill Suffer More Thefts

Between 12.00 Midnight – 3.00 p.m. 19th October, a 3m x 3m water tank was dug up and stolen from the car park of a business property on Kidsgrove Road, Goldenhill. The tank is worth approximately £4,000. Unfortunately, nothing was seen or heard.

Anyone with information regarding this is asked to contact the police on 101, quoting incident reference number 474 of 19th October.

On Saturday 19th October, four galvanised panels from a rabbit hutch were stolen from the garden of a property on Burnaby Road, Sandyford. The panels are approximately 3ft x 2ft in size and are worth £30 each. Nothing was seen or heard.

Anyone with information regarding this is asked to contact the police on 101, quoting incident reference number 679 of 19th October.

Respect Day Makes a “Big Difference”

Community Payback do their bit for Goldenhill

Today is the day that Goldenhill got the respect it much needed. Everyone from all walks of life came together to join forces in making Goldenhill a much better place to live in.

Stoke on Trent City Council, Community Payback, Staffordshire Police, Staffordshire Fire Service, Street Pastors, Councillor Martin Garner & the Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association all played their part in bettering the environment for us all to enjoy.

Skips across the area were full by the end of the day, litter and fly tipping waste was removed, hedges cut, advice and support was given to residents by all three local authority agencies, as well as free cheese & oatcakes, tea & coffee was given to workers and visitors who came to the community centre.

Elgood Lane Car Park before it's recent makeover

The Elgood Lane Community Car Park has been cleaned up at the rear and side of the plot by Community Payback and grassed over by the City Council. Funding to make the car park more respectable has been paid for out of ward budget money from Councillor Garner and the Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association, also Stoke on Trent City Council offered the manpower to turf the area free of charge for the “Respect Day” good will gesture.

A special thank you must go to the man who has put a lot of effort in making the “Respect Day” the success it has been and that is Bill James, Respect Lead for the City Council.

Everyone who has done their bit today must have a pat on the back, what would we have done without you.

Remember, if anyone would like to join the Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association (S.A.G.E.) and make a difference to their community just like today, then contact us through the website on the “contact us” tab at the top of the page.

Be Aware of Burglaries & Thefts

Between 18:00 Friday 11th October – 09:30 Saturday 12th October, entry was gained to the rear garden of a property on Wilson Way, Goldenhill. Stolen from inside was a black and luminous yellow Mongoose BMX bike. Unfortunately, nothing was seen or heard.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the police on 101, quoting incident reference number 283 of 12th October.

You can increase your chances of having your property returned to you by registering the serial number free on www.immobilise.com

Between 16:00 Friday 11th October – 15:30 Saturday 12th October, entry was gained to two insecure sheds and attempts were made to a third on Cotton Road, Sandyford. It’s believed nothing was stolen from inside either shed and no entry was gained to the third.

Please remain vigilant, warn your neighbours to secure their valuables away and report any suspicious activity to the police immediately.

Please note! their is still some security aids left at Goldenhill Community Centre after today’s “Goldenhill Respect Day” e.g. security mark pens, bicycle & shed locks.

Fraudulent Television Sales

The sale of “new” televisions from the back of cars or vans on car parks have caught more than a few people out recently and that’s just the onees Staffordshire Police know of, it doesn’t include those who feel foolish having been duped and not contacted the police for that reason. Several people are currently on bail having been arrested for fraud by false representation for these offences.

Staffordshire Police have asked S.A.G.E. to remind residents that ultimately if a deal seems too good to be true then it usually is.

Please remember the police are on hand to give free advice to anyone who may need it.

Hype of Activity in Goldenhill

PRIDE IN OUR CITY, WORK TAKING PLACE

The Community Car Park at the junction of Elgood Lane & High Street is undergoing a major change. The overgrown land will be cleared away as part of the “Respect Day” and new soil put down to facilitate planting in preparation for a new hard standing car park. This is in conjunction with work being progressed by the Sandyford & Goldenhill Resident’s Association (SAGE) and your local councillor – Martin Garner.

Community Payback will be clearing back overgrown land and litter picking across the whole area.

New litter bins will be installed where needed.

The area will be swept and grassed areas cut (subject to weather) in order to give the area a good tidy up.

PEOPLE TO MEET

Come for some free refreshments at the Community Centre between 10am & 2pm and meet representatives from SAGE as well as your local councillor, Martin Garner.

Welfare Reform – are you affected by the new regulations? Do you need advice regarding benefits and Universal Credit? There will be an expert available at Goldenhill Community Centre to offer free, confidential advice.

Housing – Talk to staff from the City Council about any concerns.

FREE ACTIVITIES

Free crime prevention equipment and advice from the police bus at the Community Centre.

Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Service will be conducting home fire security checks, hydrant testing and giving a safety talk to school children at the local school on topics of Halloween and Bonfire Night.

Street Pastors will be patrolling the area during the day. Stop them and have a chat.

A message from your councillor, Martin Garner

“This Respect Day is a perfect example of partnership working at its best. Working with local residents we can highlight and tackle some of the issues affecting this area.

This is a great opportunity to help keep our area tidy by getting rid of bulky household waste in the skips provided. If anyone requires any assistance on the day, there will be representatives out and about who can help.”

A message from your local Residents Association Secretary – Tom Simpson

“We are delighted to be a part of this Respect Day which we know will make a lasting impression on the area for the benefit of the residents and businesses.

We would encourage everybody to come along to the Community Centre on the day to talk to us about the exciting work we have planned for the area.”