St Cuthbert’s church in Carham is looking for a volunteer to play the organ (a Yamaha electronic keyboard) at church services. There are two services a month, at 11 am on the 2nd and 4th Sundays, with additional services for Christmas and Easter, and once a year on a fifth Sunday. Playing at most services would be good, but it is not essential to play at all of them. If you or anyone you know would like to play in church, please contact Peter Straker-Smith on 07712 584 586. Belief is not required, and this could be a good way of keeping in practice, with a small but appreciative congregation!
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Vacancy on Carham Parish Council
Carham Parish Council is currently in a position to co-opt a new councillor. This is a voluntary position. A councillor’s task is to bring local issues to the attention of the council, and help it make decisions on behalf of the local community. Training is available to assist councillors to develop skills and knowledge.
The Northumberland County Council and National Association of Local Councils websites provide prospective candidates with an insight into understanding roles and responsibilities.
Carham Parish Council meets six times a year, in alternate months beginning in May, on the second Tuesday of those months, in St Cuthbert’s Church, Carham at 6.30pm.
If you wish to be considered for this position please contact the Parish Clerk, Agnes Changleng.
Parish Council Vacancy
A vacancy for a parish councillor has arisen following the resignation of Lynda Allan, who is moving away from the parish. Please see the official notice, which explains the process for filling the vacancy.
Cost of Living Support
Northumberland County Council is offering information and advice to help residents who may be feeling the pressure of the cost of living crisis. The information covers a wide range of subjects, from household costs and bills through to mental health and wellbeing, and includes details of benefits, discounts and payments for those who are eligible. There is also guidance for anyone who is interested in volunteering to help others. The information is available on the Northumberland County Council website, or you can call Northumberland Communities Together on 01670 620 015 9am-6pm, seven days a week, or send an email.
Snow Wardens
Northumberland County Council is introducing a Snow Warden scheme to allow an individual or a group of community volunteers to sign up to help clear snow and ice from public footpaths in their local areas.
A statement on its website says: “By carrying out voluntary snow warden duties you will be helping to keep your community safer during severe winter conditions. In return we will provide you with a snow warden kit which comprises a snow shovel, bag of salt/grit, a thermal hat with a head torch, a pair of thermal gloves and a hi-vis vest.”
For more information and to download an application form, visit the Winter Services page on the Northumberland County Council website, and scroll down to Snow Wardens.
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