Politics
Haverhill allotment users now have a greater say
Allotments in Haverhill are now in the hands of their users following the transfer of them from the council to a newly formed association.
Haverhill High Steet hope as Cllr Guy McGregor is axed from cabinet
There is fresh hope that Haverhill High Street could be pedestrianised after Cllr Guy McGregor, who was Suffolk County Council cabinet member for roads and transport, was booted off the cabinet in the reshuffle following the elections.
Sculpture to be in Haverhill in September
A head sculpture being designed by students of Samuel Ward Academy will be on display in Haverhill town centre in September.
Little Abington Campsite pleas go ‘ignored’
The group that is fighting to keep a Scout campsite open feels they are being ignored by the county association.
Abington villagers pledge to buy campsite
Residents of the Abingtons and opponents to the sale of Little Abington Campsite have agreed to unite to bid to buy the site.
New chairman to be sworn in at Uttlesford District Council
Councillor Eric Hicks will be formally elected as Chairman of Uttlesford District Council for 2013/14 at the council’s annual meeting on Tuesday, May 21.
Haverhill railway is ‘unviable’ and not included in Vision 2031 plans
The suggestion of including the revival of the Haverhill railway in the Vision 2031 plans was shot down at last Thursday’s (May 9) Haverhill Area Working Party (HAWP) meeting.
Haverhill High Street pedestrianisation omitted from Vision 2031 plans
Pedestrianisation of Haverhill High Street has been dropped as a borough council commitment due to it being ‘unviable and undeliverable’.
Haverhill Town Pastors get mayor’s praise
Haverhill Town Pastors were praised by the town’s mayor at the group’s recent annual general meeting (AGM).
Andrew Fraser wins Balsham by-election
Andrew Fraser won the by-election to become South Cambridgeshire District Councillors for Balsham.
Haverhill turbine plan to be heard
Plans to build a 78 metre high wind turbine near Haverhill will be heard by a committee after objections were raised.
Haverhill Town Council drops legal challenge
Following our story in this week’s Haverhill Echo, here is the full press release from the town council about its decision to drop a legal challenge
Haverhill turns UKIP, Tories gain Linton and Duxford
Haverhill has its first United Kingdom Independence Party (UKIP) county councillors following last Thursday’s (May 2) elections.
Changes to Haverhill vision blueprint
Following two rounds of extensive consultation, the public will again be asked to comment on the draft Vision 2031 planning blueprint for the St Edmundsbury district, before they are considered by an independent planning inspector.
Public views on emergency planning at Sizewell A and B
The Suffolk Resilience Forum has reported the results of a public consultation on new Sizewell A and B emergency planning proposals.
Exercise referral scheme extends reach to Cambourne
An exercise referral scheme that helps make physical activity a new way of life for people with health problems has been launched at the Everyone Active Cambourne Fitness and Sports Centre.
Essex elections – Tories hold on
The Conservative Party held onto both the Thaxted and Hedingham seats in the Essex County Council elections.
Cambridgeshire elections – Tories make gains and take Linton by one vote
The Conservative Party gained both Linton and Duxford seats of Cambridgeshire County Council while defending their grasp on Sawston, including winning Linton by just one vote.
Suffolk elections – Haverhill goes UKIP, Clare stays Tory
Two of three Suffolk County Council seats for Haverhill were wrested away from the Conservatives into the hands of the United Kingdom Independence Party (UKIP).
Conservatives hold on to Clare in Suffolk County Council elections
Mary Evans swept to victory in the county council election for Clare with a 502 majority over her nearest challenger, as the Conservatives retained the division.
UKIP gains Haverhill East and Kedington
Tony Brown has been voted in as the new Suffolk County Councillor for Haverhill East & Kedington, becoming the first ever UKIP candidate to represent the ward.
Independent takes Saffron Walden
Independent John Lodge has taken the Saffron Walden seat in the county council elections and ousted Tory Robert Chambers.
Council election results today
Counting is getting is underway in the county council elections in the Haverhill Echo circulation area.
This includes wards across three counties of Suffolk, Essex and Cambridgeshire.
Keep an eye on our website and Twitter for results
Prolific Haverhill offender nearly slashed girl’s face with knife after fracas outside home
A man who nearly slashed a teenage girl’s face with a knife during a confrontation outside his home has been committed to Crown Court for sentencing.
Don’t forget to cast vote today
County council elections are being held across the country today (Thursday, May 2).
Students urged to get free school meals
Pupils have been urged to take up the offer of free school meals at Castle Manor Academy.
Village pubs added to community Right to Bid register
Two more pubs have been listed as ‘community assets’ allowing local groups to bid to purchase them if they come up for sale.
Strong fields put forward for Suffolk, Essex and Cambs county council elections
A number of long-serving county councillors in wards covered by the Haverhill Echo will not be standing for re-election when voters go to the polling booths on May 2.
Sawston youth get funding fillip
Two Sawston youth movements have benefitted from cash windfalls from South Cambridgeshire District Council (SCDC).
Skills of Haverhill’s youth are showcased
Haverhill’s young people were able to showcase their creativity at a recent event.
Village hall likely to be a top need for Duxford
A village hall is likely to be among the keys needs for Duxford that will be identified in a consultation that will be funded by a lottery grant.
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Weather for Haverhill
Sunday 19 May 2013
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