The annual St Ives tradition of the Langley Bread distribution will be upheld on Wednesday 8th January 2025, at St Ives Corn Exchange. Up to 130 grocery bags comprising bread, butter, jam , teabags, sugar and biscuits will be distributed.

Those wishing to take part should be in the Charter Hall of the Corn Exchange by 10.00am. Eligible recipients are widows and widowers who are on the Electoral Register for St Ives.

The origins of this cherished, centuries old tradition will be explained briefly by the Mayor, Councillor Hussain after which the distribution will take place.

In 1656 Robert Langley, a prominent and philanthropic St Ives man, left money in his Will so that 40 Shillings could be distributed each year on a day in January to the poor widows and fatherless children of St Ives.

After 1860 parcels of bread instead of money were distributed and to widowers as well as to widows. Since 1990 the parcels of bread were replaced by a grocery bag of bread, butter, jam, teabags, sugar; in 2005 biscuits were added.

The bags will be handed to widows and widowers attending the event but also to relatives and friends of qualifying residents who are unable to attend in person.

The event is organised by the St Ives United Charities Trust. The United Charities also provide the money for the Bibles at the annual Bible Diceing ceremony that is held in the Parish Church on the first Tuesday of Whitsuntide.

Robert Langley also left money in his Will for the bell ringers of the Parish Church to ring a peel of bells each year in January. Legend has it that he became lost in a snowstorm one day on Hemingford Meadow, while walking to St Ives. He heard the bells of the Parish Church and they guided him to safety.

The Mayor of St Ives, Cllr Pasco Hussain, had the pleasure to open FIFI’S CAKERY on Friday 19^th July.

You will find Fifi’s new shop on 9 The Broadway, St Ives.

9:30am – 12 noon

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NAVIGATION ADVISORY NOTICE
River Stour & All Waterways
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DATE: 25 May 2024 – at all times
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LOCATION: Dedham and all waterways
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DETAILS: Please note that at Dedham, on the River Stour Navigation, there has been a reported confirmed postive case of Leptospirosis in a youth that had been swimming in the river. This can lead onto the development of the serious illness, Weil’s Disease, in infected individuals. Whilst this risk is present in all water environments amongst others, those at risk include those partaking in activities on, in and by the water. River users should be espeically aware and take sensible precautions in a bid to reduce the risks of infection of all waterbourne illnesses whilst participating in river activities; 

BEFORE – Cover up any cuts or abrasions as infection can enter the body through the nose and mouth, but also any open wounds
DURING – Keep any open wounds covered and redress if necessary, remember to practice good hand hygiene if eating or drinking during your activity. Be concsious of your entry and exit routes to/from the river and where animals may have been present as this is the most likely source of infection
AFTER – Parctice good hygeine, shower as soon as possible if in contact with river water and always sanatise hands, especially before consuming food. If you start to feel unwell after being in contact with the river (develop more severe Cold and Flu like symptoms) speak to your healthcare professional and tell them you have recently been in conatct with river water.

For further information, contact the Environment Agency on 03708 506506 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday and ask for the Waterways team. In an emergency call our incident line: 0800 80 70 60 anytime.

Katherine Briscombe
Waterways Manager
Date of issue: 25 May 2024

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NAVIGATION ADVISORY NOTICE

RIVER GREAT OUSE
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DATE: 25 April 2024 Until Rescinded
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LOCATION: Between St Ives and Hemingford
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DETAILS:
Please be aware that there are two obstructions between the locations above.
W3W location for tree :///sheds.solder.ideal
W3W location for platform :///supported.fermented.bars
We will look to get these removed as soon as practical to do so but in the meantime please navigate with caution whilst in the area.

For further information, please contact the Environment Agency on 03708 506506 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday and ask for the Great Ouse Waterways team.

Katherine Briscombe
Waterways Manager
25 April 2024

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Following a building condition report, we have been advised to that the second floor of the Town Hall is currently inaccessible and therefore the grounds maintenance team is unable to access the flag room and pole.

Therefore, the flag flying protocol cannot occur until further notice due to health and safety guidelines.

We are looking at alternative solutions; apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Matthew Price, Town Clerk

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