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Poll: should the Triangle be a conservation area? |
 Our poll (front page, on the left) which asks whether you think Bitterne Park Triangle should become a conservation area. No - it's not about preserving plants and wildlife, but rather about protecting existing buildings and restricting future development. It's just for fun, isn't scientific, and if you want your opinion to count in the Council's current official consultation, you need to complete their form here.
You can read more about the proposal, and comment on bitternepark.info following this thread.
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 There's a free information day coming up at Bitterne Leisure Centre on Saturday March 27. You can find out more about issues ranging from healthy living and housing to money matters and
family
planning from 11.30 - 1.30pm. There will also be activities for children.
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Shop with us & support the site |
 We receive no outside funding, but if you like what we do you can support the site by shopping, via bitternepark.info, with a range of well-known outlets/brands, including John Lewis, Dell GB, iTunes and at our own Amazon shop, which features selected products and links to all other Amazon items.
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Conservation status: good for the Triangle? |
Consultation process kicks off
A consultation period runs for four weeks over whether Bitterne Park Triangle should become a conservation area . This could apparently protect existing buildings, restrict future development and potentially enhance the street scene.
Plan and response form now online - click 'read more' for details
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Bitterne Park's Sylv releases CD |
 Bitterne Park resident and former Radio Solent presenter Sylv Willoughby has released a new CD featuring comic conversations with ex Solent colleague Richard Cartridge. Full story here
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Runner up: Best Pride of Place website |
 bitternepark.info was runner up, out of 101 nominations, in the 'Pride of Place' category at this year's Hantsweb awards.
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 This February local residents attended a public meeting to launch the Bitterne Park Greening Campaign.
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Running Sisters Beginners’ Course |
Women's running club Southampton Running Sisters is currently taking registrations for its 8-week beginners' course which starts in April, meeting in Bitterne Park.
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Yes, you can list your business on bitternepark.info. Free. |
 Why not add your group or local business to our Noticeboard section? It includes a community and business directory and there's also a classifieds section. Incredibly, basic listings are still free in all sections.
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Updated: Playground revamp underway |
 A revamp of Cobden Meadows playground is underway. It's due for completion by the end of March.
Click 'read more' to download plans
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Bitterne Park – a village within a city? |
 Fancy a visit to Bitterne Park - or even moving to the area? Perhaps you already live here and are interested to find out more. We hope this work in progress offers a few pointers and comes in handy!
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There's all sorts going on... |
From driving schools to Yoga, Pilates and children's drama, check out the busy Classes and Tutors section on our noticeboard. It's just one of many sections listing businesses and community organisations - and the great news is, basic listings are still free. Lovely!
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 There's been a big drop in profits for Flybe, the biggest airline to fly over Bitterne Park in and out of Southampton airport.
BBC report here, and other media reports from here.
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Add your events to our calendar! |
 It's quick and easy to spread the word about your community events using our calendar: just log into the site and click here to add events, classes, gigs and more. (Hot tip: if you haven't created an account with the site you'll need to register first - and that should only take a moment...)
We've also expanded the 'What's on' main menu link on the left to try to make it simpler to use the calendar.
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 Fed up with winter? Why not pop along to your local library, and borrow some different books, plan a trip away - or just let your mind take a trip somewhere exotic by getting lost in an exciting story.
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Audio: Remembering Bitterne Park 1925-1940 |
 Eighty-year-old Mary Long has lived in Bitterne Park for most of her
life – and loves it. In these audio clips you can hear how her father bought their
house for £500 cash, about shopping at the Triangle, where she used to
play, and why she wasn’t allowed to go to what is now Sandringham Road
(but did anyway!).
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Londis on its way to St Denys |
 Londis is on its way to St Denys Road, according to this poster in the newsagent's window.
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Woodmill lights proposal resurfaces |
 Woodmill residents made a deputation to the Council and handed in a
100-strong petition opposing the idea - that could be back on the
agenda - of introducing traffic lights at Woodmill Bridge – at an
estimated minimum cost of £100,000.
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 If you fancy becoming a bitternepark.info newshound, and
sniffing out a story or two for the website, why not get in touch? We could also use a little help sorting out our events calendar, Noticeboard, promotion and advertising....
Pic: Barney by Mark Soejoko
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Airport should soundproof homes |
Campaigners say Southampton Airport should insulate nearby homes and schools against noise disturbance, as many other UK airports do - reports the Daily Echo.
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'Disposal' of Riverside Park land |
 Council notices to “dispose of a leasehold interest” in parts of Riverside Park have apparently appeared in the Echo (Monday Nov 30). This is part of the process to commandeer land mainly for schools’ use.
Echo story here; Our previous story, and longest ever comment thread, here.
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Stay in touch with bitternepark.info |
 It’s worth checking your latest email address is registered with bitternepark.info, to avoid missing out on comment updates and other very occasional bitternepark.info goodies! It’s easy to check: read on to find out how…
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 Our new colour flyers, printed onto recycled paper with eco inks, are already out and about, spreading the word about the website. If you’d like some to distribute through your organisation, or even in your street, do let us know.
• We can also now produce similar flyers and promotional items for your organisation at a very competitive rate – please email us or call on 0845 347 9387 for more information.
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Six months of work at Junction 5 |
 Work on the first phase of a scheme to improve the road system at
Junction 5 of the M27 (Eastleigh and Southampton Airport junction) is
set to start in October and will last six months.
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Stoneham RFC, the closest rugby club to Bitterne Park, which trains and plays at the University ground at Wide Lane, is looking for new players and supporters.
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Add a face to your comments |
 If you'd like to replace the 'guest' avatar with an image of your own next to your comments on either bitternepark.info or portswood.info, you can do so, freely and easily, by registering and uploading an image of your choice over at gravatar.com.
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What's On |
- Story Time / Rhyme Time at Bitterne Library
March 10, 2010
Story Time for young children alternates with Rhyme Time for babies and toddlers
- Pensioners' Club - Community Hall, Meggeson Avenue
March 10, 2010
at the Community Hall (scout hut), Meggeson Avenue, Townhill Park. Small friendly group meets...
- Salsa with TLC - Woodlands College
March 10, 2010
Learn to dance Salsa every Weds at Woodlands College. Classes for absolute beginners each week...
- Wing Chun Kung Fu - St. Denys Community Centre
March 10, 2010
Every Tues & Thurs.
Classes run by Alan Gibson from 8 till 9.30pm. £6 each lesson. Wear training...
- Spiers & Boden
March 10, 2010
An evening with the finest instrumental duo on the traditional scene.
Twice winners of the BBC...
- Community Radio - St Denys
March 10, 2010
Get involved with a community radio podcast project at St Denys Community Centre. You can learn new...
- Folk at the Riverside
March 10, 2010
Are you a musician or a singer? Perhaps you just enjoy live music? Join us on a Wednesday evening...
- Toy & fun sports library - All Hallows Church Hall
March 11, 2010
Weekly on Thursdays.
- Whist club - Orpen Road Community Hall, SO19
March 11, 2010
Thursdays. All welcome. Check with organisers re: holiday periods. 50p + 10p for tea and biscuits.
- Rhymetime - Central Library
March 11, 2010
Come and enjoy rhymes with your baby. Have fun clapping jiggling and wiggling, see some puppets and...
- Orienteering at The Gregg School
March 11, 2010
Have fun, get fit and learn new skills.
Indoor and outdoor orienteering training...
- Sandras Yoga & Pilates - St. Denys Community Centre
March 11, 2010
St Denys Community Centre
£3.50 per session
check with venue re: bank holidays
- Friday Market – At the Bargate
March 12, 2010
The regular Friday markets have over 50 attractive, continental type stalls. Some of the delights...
- Cobbles Toddler Group - Cobbett Road Library
March 12, 2010
Toddler playgroup. Meets once a week. £1 fee.
- Art Group - St. Denys Community Centre
March 12, 2010
Tuesdays & Fridays. Check with organisers re: holiday periods
- Wing Chun Kung Fu - St. Denys Community Centre
March 12, 2010
Every Tues & Thurs. Classes run by Alan Gibson from 8 till 9.30pm. £6 each lesson. Wear training...
- Table Top Sale
March 13, 2010
Friends of Southampton Old Cemetery will be holding a Table Top Sale at St Albans Community Room,...
- Bitterne Park Junior Gym
March 13, 2010
For 7yr olds upwards at Bitterne Park Secondary School in the gym. Check details/holiday periods...
- Ballroom and Latin - DM Centre Portswood
March 13, 2010
Over 8's Pay as you go
£3.75 per class
Special offer ONLY IF TAKEN ON SAME DAY:
Two classes...
- Musical Theatre - DM Centre Portswood
March 13, 2010
Over 8's Pay as you go
£3.75 per class
Special offer ONLY IF TAKEN ON SAME DAY:
Two classes...
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