FOOTPATH: After much debate, and talks with the local authorities, they have kindly agreed to allow a temporary footpath to the South View schools.

The path will be in use from Monday.

Next Wednesday, at 12.45pm, at the schools, there will be an official opening of the temporary footpath.

ACCESS: From Monday, pedestrian and vehicle access to Oakridge Centre from Vivian Road and James Close will not be available. This is to allow the safe demolition of existing buildings.

And, as most of you know, the post box has now been sealed up.

CHRISTMAS event: At South View school, involving The Vyne school and Oakridge.

OAKRIDGE Festival: A date has now been agreed of July 16.

If anyone wishes to get involved let me know, as I will be setting up a committee very soon.

This event will be one of many with your support.

VANDALISM: Do you know what your children are doing at night?

We have two brand-new bus shelters in Oakridge Village and already they have been damaged by catapults.

This is criminal damage and senseless vandalism. It's not impressive and won't be tolerated.

Also, skateboarding on the roof of the community centre is also abuse of the facilities and mindless stupidity.

Anyone caught causing criminal damage will be prosecuted.