Sandyford and Goldenhill

Burglary – John Rhodes Way, Sandyford

There has been a burglary at a property in John Rhodes Way, Sandyford this morning Wednesday 9th March.

It happened sometime between 7.20am & 9.20am this morning when offenders removed the beading from the rear kitchen window to gain entry.

It’s possible the offenders were disturbed as nothing appears stolen and anyone who was in the area at the time, and who may have seen anything suspicious, is asked to contact the Police on 101 quoting incident number 166 of 9th March.

Any spport in this matter would be gratefully appreciated.

Fly Tipping Crackdown

Fly tippers across the city are facing a crackdown by the City Council.

A Stanfield resident dumped more than 20 bags of rubbish in Gill Bank Road, Goldenhill last year and has received a £220 fine, given a £22 victim surcharge and told to pay £420 court costs.

It has been reported that Goldenhill is one of five areas where fly tipping offending has taken place within the city.

Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association (S.A.G.E.) has campaigned for a long time for the council to get tough with offenders, and it is now showing that no one is safe from prosection when fly tipping rubbish across Stoke on Trent.

For more on this story follow the link http://www.stokesentinel.co.uk/Fly-tippers-warned-track/story-28717686-detail/story.html

Regional Apprenticeship Jobs and Careers Event

REGIONAL APPRENTICESHIP JOBS AND CAREERS EVENT OFFERING OVER 1,000 APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES WITH TOP EMPLOYERS

A major Apprenticeship event in Stoke will be held in March 2016. We’re encouraging all young people across the Stoke & Staffordshire area to sign up so they don’t miss out on invaluable job opportunities in 2016 with some of the region’s best employers.

There will be various levels of Apprenticeship jobs available up to degree level.

Event Location, Date & Time
The Science Centre at Staffordshire University, Leek Road, Stoke, ST4 2DF Thursday 10th March 2016 between 18:00 – 21:00 with hourly registration slots.

The event is designed to ensure young people across Stoke & Staffordshire find Apprenticeship employment in 2016 by matching individuals to suitable vacancies amongst a variety of high profile companies.

Advisors from the National Apprenticeship Service will be on hand throughout the evenings to offer guidance along with other key partners.

Nick Wilson, Deputy Director for the National Apprenticeship Service in the North West, said: “These events give young people the chance to meet top employers face-to-face who are offering a range of fantastic job opportunities, all in one place.

“Hiring apprentices is a proven way of attracting new talent and developing a motivated, skilled and diverse workforce. Events like these, where those seeking employment have the opportunity to find out more about Apprenticeships first hand, are therefore hugely important and we encourage all young people reading this and parents to book a place.”

Some of the employers who will be exhibiting at the events include; Aldi, Autonet Insurance, Bennett Architectural Aluminium Solutions Ltd, Cable Detection UK, Francesco Group, Goodwin International, ISS Facility Services, KMF, Michelin, Novus Property Solutions, Research, Business & Employability Services at Staffordshire University, RSBP, Seddon, The Good Food Chain, University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust and XPO Logistics

For further information about the event (and to reserve a place), email Olivia.hoque@sfa.bis.gov.uk or visit the following EventBrite page:

http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stoke-staffordshire-apprenticeship-jobs-event-tickets-21211264463

Former Goldenhill Golf Course Triggers Debate at Public Meeting

Former Goldenhill Golf Course

Councillor Jack Brereton, City Council Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Transport & Heritage attended a Public Meeting hosted by Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association on Thursday evening, which attracted 80 people.

The councillor said the former golf course is an important issue, potted interest over the years, antisocial behaviour on site, not being used “we need to do something with the land,” especially if it can be used for leisure use.

Councillor Brereton went onto say, the issue has been to the board and we need to get the land back into use, it has also been agreed through a clear direction that it should be used for leisure or golf activity.

Jack Brereton commented, I am pleased to say an expression of interest in the land to become a golf course again has been made, and progress should be known in the next few weeks or months. Councillor Brereton explained that people are interested in the land, especially reputable golf course organisations, and added if it happens then it would be a positive story for Goldenhill.

A lady at the meeting said she believes the land cannot be used as a golf course, there is nothing to do for young people in the area. The lady went onto say, use the land for a BMX bike track, extend the allotments “food growing” there is enormous potential for this land.

Another resident mentioned having fishing on the land “big business” or a nature reserve.

A member of S.A.G.E. said the land is not playable as a golf course, why not sell part of it and reinvest in the area e.g. make a recreational park, 9 hole golf course, a pool so the area can regenerate its own money.

Councillor Jack Brereton explained that the site has been explored for golf course use, you don’t want development on green space areas.

It was confirmed at the meeting that it costs £30,000 per year to maintain the area; Councillor Brereton said that is why we need alternative use for the land.

A resident at the meeting commented that there is nothing in Goldenhill; Councillor Brereton responded by saying, save on sites like the former golf course, then you can spend more effectively elsewhere.

Councillor Jack Brereton informed residents that butters john bee has marketed the site for use with five expressions of interest being shown, which is now down to three and are all for golf course use.

Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Public Meeting

Public Meeting Attracts Sponsors

Sponsors of the January 2016 Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association (S.A.G.E.) Public Meeting are G.A. Barnes, Libra FMC, McDonald’s & Churchill China.

All have kindly made donations for our free prize draw at the meeting, which is on Thursday 14th January, 7.30 p.m. at Goldenhill Community Hall/Centre.

Sponsoring our free prize draw attracts more residents to attend the meeting, especially when a bottle of whisky, 18 bottles of wine, 8 McDonald’s meal vouchers, 8 bone china mug sets and free food are on offer.

S.A.G.E. appreciates it’s support from local business and the publicity they receive from the residents association through its website, posters and 2,000 leaflets going into peoples homes can only make residents more aware of their company.

For more information on our sponsors, follow the links below.

http://www.gabarnesandsons.co.uk/

http://www.librafmc.com/

http://www.mcdonalds.co.uk/ukhome.html

http://www.churchillchina.com/

This is where you live, Do you care about your Environment

Tenants Welcome Council Rent Cuts

Council tenants in Stoke on Trent will be pleased to hear that property rents will be going down.

It is good news for people who rent properties in Sandyford & Goldenhill who will fall in line with the rest of the city.

It is reported that council tenants will be paying 1% less to rent their properties, which has come as a surprise, especially when it is seen by many that the cost of renting and buying property is on the increase.

With the cost of Christmas costing more and more each year, it has been a welcoming piece of news to council tenants knowing that the New Year means paying less for rent in 2016.

For more on this story follow the link http://www.stokesentinel.co.uk/Council-rent-cut/story-28381166-detail/story.html

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from S.A.G.E.

Back Street Road & Pavement Repairs Come to the Front

Tom Simpson, Secretary, Sandyford and Goldenhill Residents’ Association

5 million pounds is to be spent by Stoke on Trent City Council to repair back street pavements and roads. It is said the council will be employing extra staff to carry out the much needed work.

Unfortunately at this time of year when the weather deteriorates with snow and ice, it is a certainty the streets and pavements behind the main roads will get increasingly worse.

Residents have welcomed the announcement and are looking forward to seeing some of this money being spent in Sandyford and Goldenhill.

For more on this story follow the link. http://www.stokesentinel.co.uk/5m-sort-Stoke-Trent-s-potholes/story-28116791-detail/story.html