STREET WISE - A monthly newsletter and web information source for everyone who is interested in what's going on in newport
Produced by Streets Ahead together with Middlesbrough Council and Cleveland Police, Street Wise will inform you about a wide range of Newport issues that might affect you.
Produced every six weeks, The Street Wise newsletter with be available in a wide range of outlets in the area and of course on this web page. You can also see everything that's in the newsletter here, together with much more information and the newsletter is also available here as a PDF so you can print your own copy.
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Earlier Issues of Street Wise are available here as PDFs - go to the end of the page.
Produced every six weeks, The Street Wise newsletter with be available in a wide range of outlets in the area and of course on this web page. You can also see everything that's in the newsletter here, together with much more information and the newsletter is also available here as a PDF so you can print your own copy.
TELL WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT THE NEWSLETTER AND THIS WEB PAGE - BY PHONE EMAIL FACEBOOK OR IN PERSON!
Contact us on 01642 803451 email streets-ahead@hotmail.co.uk Facebook and email links below
Earlier Issues of Street Wise are available here as PDFs - go to the end of the page.
Street WISE april 2019 ISSUE
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The Streets Ahead Team Is Growing!
The Streets Ahead Team has recently been joined by a new member. Denise Njohpende, newest member of the team and pictured front right in the photo below worked previously as a Support Worker in London. She has taken on the role of Community Links Worker and will be working with the Operations Manager, Kim May, back right, to organise and deliver the huge range of services, events and activities Streets Ahead Provides for the community. In addition she will be the new face of Streets Ahead dealing with the wide range of visitors, queries and requests for help we get every day. She joins recent new recruit Jackie Fearon, back left, who is responsible for developing and delivering our major new ESOL and Life and Learning programmes. This aims to create and provide opportunities for people in Gresham to come together; reducing isolation and improving the local environment. Pictured front left is the Chair of Streets Ahead, Linda Mole who was presented with the Mayors Award to commemorate her life-time of work and contributions to her community. |
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Changing Spaces
Together with a panel of local residents, Streets Ahead is applying for funding for a project to reclaim a piece of derelict land behind the Post Office on Crescent Road and transform it into a community resource for residents. In addition the project aims to encourage front street gardening activity by supplying Essex Street and other residents with barrels, top soil and flower bulbs/plants. Alongside these gardening activities we hope to run further activities aiming to bring the community together through a common interest in gardening. Additionally, we will work with residents to show them how to get ‘free’ plants by gathering and propagating seeds. We will keep residents updated with information about the progress of the funding bid. Call into Streets Ahead if you want to know more. |
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Flower Power Time - Gresham In Bloom is Back!
Its Gresham in Bloom time again! Our annual celebration of members of the Gresham Community who enjoy improving their area and showing their gardening skills. We are looking for anyone in Gresham who enjoys gardening to get involved and have fun growing and showing flowers. People new to gardening are especially welcome as the aim of Gresham in Bloom is to encourage and help everyone improve the area and have fun at the same time. As before there will be a celebration event later this year for everyone taking part, with certificates awarded in various categories including:
The celebration event is also a great opportunity to talk to other gardeners and get tips and advice. Watch out for details of the dates of the event and the judging dates on our Facebook and web site. We will be getting in touch with gardeners who have taken part previously and if you want to find about more about Gresham in Bloom, call or phone Streets Ahead and talk to Kim or Denise. Gresham in Bloom is about enjoying gardening - so give it a go! |
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Live Language
Live Language is a brilliant opportunity for Gresham residents to learn from each other! These are friendly informal drop-in sessions where residents can help each other improve their English language skills and find out more about each others country, culture and lifestyles. The picture above shows two Gresham resident talking about their lives in the area. These informal sessions are open for all Gresham residents. Drop in at Streets Ahead, 109-111 Parliament Road between 1pm to 2.30pm on Thursdays. You don’t have to stay for the whole session, you can arrive when you like and stay for just as long as you like. Call in or phone 01642 803451 to find out more. |
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Ever Thought About Running Your Own Community Group?
Have you ever thought you and your friends need to be better organised to do the things you want to do? Well, this may be what you need. Ageing Better and MVDA are coming to Streets Ahead on May 14th at 1pm-3pm to offer training for people who want to set up or run a community group. The training will cover everything you need to know about managing a community group from opening a community bank account, basic bookkeeping, roles and responsibilities of committee members, managing committee meetings and AGM’s and developing the evidence required by funders. So if your group thinks it would would benefit from this training and advice contact Kay Davies, Engagement officer (see right) at Ageing Better for more details of the training. You can contact her at Ageing Better Middlesbrough on 01642 061019 Mob. 07305867256 or by emailing kaydavies@hope-foundation.org.uk. Check out these web sites for more information. www.hope-foundation.org.uk www.ageingbettermiddlesbrough.org.uk |
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EMPOWER Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough Council have been working on a strategy for social regeneration in partnership with various organisations across the town. This strategy is called EMPOWER Middlesbrough.
It is about empowering the people of Middlesbrough to get involved in their local community and take advantage of the opportunities that the spirit of our people and our physical regeneration have created.
People are at the heart of this approach. A key element of EMPOWER Middlesbrough is working with communities to give them greater influence in the delivery of solutions. Last year, we held conversations with communities across Middlesbrough to ask what was important regarding life in Middlesbrough. From this we designed our key priorities:
Social regeneration is one of our three key strategic priorities and we hope you will all get behind this and spread the word. For more information, please visit the EMPOWER website
You can also follow on social media: Facebook and Instagram: empowermiddlesbrough and on Twitter: @emiddlesbrough
Middlesbrough Council have been working on a strategy for social regeneration in partnership with various organisations across the town. This strategy is called EMPOWER Middlesbrough.
It is about empowering the people of Middlesbrough to get involved in their local community and take advantage of the opportunities that the spirit of our people and our physical regeneration have created.
People are at the heart of this approach. A key element of EMPOWER Middlesbrough is working with communities to give them greater influence in the delivery of solutions. Last year, we held conversations with communities across Middlesbrough to ask what was important regarding life in Middlesbrough. From this we designed our key priorities:
- Job opportunities for all
- A high standard of learning and education
- Good health and wellbeing
- A high quality environment to live in
- Strong and supportive communities
- Changing perceptions of Middlesbrough by celebrating our achievements
Social regeneration is one of our three key strategic priorities and we hope you will all get behind this and spread the word. For more information, please visit the EMPOWER website
You can also follow on social media: Facebook and Instagram: empowermiddlesbrough and on Twitter: @emiddlesbrough
Street Wardens - All Change!
The Middlesbrough Street Wardens now have new shift patterns.
Town Centre team – 8am to 6pm 7 days a week.
Estate team – 10:30am to 8:30pm 7 Days a week.
If you need to contact the Street Warden Service please telephone: 01642 228500
“You’ll recognise them on the streets, about the town and in your local parks; here at Middlesbrough Council we recognise them for continually exceeding expectations and customer excellence in line with the Mayor’s vision for a safer Middlesbrough.
The Street Warden Service has been recognised for its successful efforts in ensuring that Middlesbrough is a safe place to live, and going the extra mile to ensure local residents are happy and cared for in their local community.
The Street Warden team will often check in on elderly residents with a pint of milk and magazine for them to read, providing a friendly and familiar face for those at risk of isolation.
The service works with local residents and partner organisations like Cleveland Police to provide assistance to those who need it, minimising risk of antisocial behaviour and building a strong and welcoming community.” (Extract from Middlesbrough Council web site)
The Middlesbrough Street Wardens now have new shift patterns.
Town Centre team – 8am to 6pm 7 days a week.
Estate team – 10:30am to 8:30pm 7 Days a week.
If you need to contact the Street Warden Service please telephone: 01642 228500
“You’ll recognise them on the streets, about the town and in your local parks; here at Middlesbrough Council we recognise them for continually exceeding expectations and customer excellence in line with the Mayor’s vision for a safer Middlesbrough.
The Street Warden Service has been recognised for its successful efforts in ensuring that Middlesbrough is a safe place to live, and going the extra mile to ensure local residents are happy and cared for in their local community.
The Street Warden team will often check in on elderly residents with a pint of milk and magazine for them to read, providing a friendly and familiar face for those at risk of isolation.
The service works with local residents and partner organisations like Cleveland Police to provide assistance to those who need it, minimising risk of antisocial behaviour and building a strong and welcoming community.” (Extract from Middlesbrough Council web site)
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Thought You Could Never Use A Computer?.........
Everyday Computing at Streets Ahead For Gresham residents. Starting Monday April 29th, 9.30am-11.30am Middlesbrough Community Learning will help you learn about the basics of computing. Learn about:
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Middlesbrough Environmental Services-Keep it Clean
This is the latest update from Environmental Services on how they are helping keep your area clean and tidy and responding to issues you have raised.
Fixed Penalty Notices:
Following a number of complaints we conducted an investigation at Greta Street. The vehicles complained about were removed quickly and there haven’t been any significant issues since.
We have received a number of complaints in relation to cars being repaired on Longford Street. During a visit we found no evidence of this (oil residue, car parts et cet) but we will continue to monitor the area.
Alleyway management:
Our proactive approach is helping reduce the number of month-on-month reports, but we need all stakeholders to play their part and act responsibly.
This is the latest update from Environmental Services on how they are helping keep your area clean and tidy and responding to issues you have raised.
Fixed Penalty Notices:
- A restaurant owner was caught on CCTV fly-tipping a fridge. The offender was interviewed under caution and admitted the offence. A £400 fine was issued.
- A person was issued a £50 FPN for a dog fouling offence.
- A person was issued a £80 FPN for littering
- A business was issued a £300 fine for breach of a Section 34 notice.
- Invites to interview:
- Two people have been invited for interview for alleged fly-tipping.
Following a number of complaints we conducted an investigation at Greta Street. The vehicles complained about were removed quickly and there haven’t been any significant issues since.
We have received a number of complaints in relation to cars being repaired on Longford Street. During a visit we found no evidence of this (oil residue, car parts et cet) but we will continue to monitor the area.
Alleyway management:
Our proactive approach is helping reduce the number of month-on-month reports, but we need all stakeholders to play their part and act responsibly.
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Selective Licensing - Update
Following Executive approval the proposed area of Newport was designated for Selective Licensing on 12th March 2019, with the scheme coming into effect on 13th June 2019. The scheme will have a number of benefits to the community, landlords, tenants and owners: • Improved management and condition of privately rented accommodation • Support for landlords in dealing with anti-social tenants • Reductions in levels of anti-social behavior • Educating tenants about their responsibilities and the impact of their behaviour on the local community • Encouraging tenants to recognise when properties are of a sub-standard condition, and what options are available to them • Improvement of the image and desirability of the area • Protecting investment in the area • Ensuring landlords reference their tenants Landlords will be able to apply for a licence online on 13th June 2019 and must apply for a licence within 4 weeks of this date. As of the 13th June a dedicated Selective Licensing team will be based in Newport Hub. Please drop in and say hello.. |
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Police Update - Mike Oakley
Hello all. I’m PCSO Mike OAKLEY, I’ve been working in the Newport Ward since January of this year. As a result of some temporary changes in Cleveland Police, I thought it would be useful to share some information on what’s been going on and what’s going to happen now. Due to unprecedented job demands, our Temporary Chief Constable decided to temporarily move the Neighbourhood Policing Team Police Officers to our response teams. The reason for this is to ensure that we are responding to people who need us. In the meantime, your Neighbourhood Policing Team will still operate with the team of PCSO’s. All the PCSO’s that work in Middlesbrough are aware of the importance of our work and how vital it is to keep you safe. We are out in the community each day working on issues ranging from the supply and production of drugs to anti-social behaviour. I’ve recently been working with Middlesbrough Council, alongside two local housing companies, regarding reports of nuisance, noise and potential supply of prohibited substances. You can keep up to date with our work via our Facebook page; Middlesbrough Neighbourhood Policing Team. In order to continue with the good work we’ve been doing so far this year, we need your help. If you feel there are issues where you live please contact us on 101 or 999 (emergency only) or alternatively, speak with your local councillors or pay a visit to the Newport Community Council meeting. You can also contact me directly by email at mike.oakley2@cleveland.pnn.police.uk |
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Youth Provision - A Profile of Services: Youth Focus: North East
Established in 1989, Youth Focus: North East is a regional hub connecting young people and the organisations and professionals who support them. Youth Focus NE conducts a weekly outreach in the ward to engage with young people. We also offer ‘Our Youth Matters: Steering Group’ open to young people aged 14-18 from the Tees Valley area. Do you want to ensure young people are at the heart of everything we do and make sure your voices are heard? Do you want to plan and deliver events? Gain Qualifications? Develop Leadership skills? We also offer an employability programme open for people aged 18-25 assisting with job applications, CV’s, funds to support training, travel, interview clothes and more. Contacts are jamieb@youthfocusne.org.uk and helen@youthfocusne.org.uk |
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Youth Provision - A Profile of Services: Safe In Tees Valley
Safe in Tees Valley is an independent community safety partnership. Our work brings together people, communities and organisations whose behaviour, policies and practices can influence community safety; to work in partnership; to create opportunities and to promote safer communities. We create, lead, facilitate, and support projects and services that tackle the causes and effects of community safety related issues. Safe in Tees Valley provides positive activities for young people within the Newport, Gresham wards of Middlesbrough. We have helped tackle issues around youth anti-social behaviour as well youth crime. Through our positive activities programme for young people we have supported young people to build the life skills they need to make positive lifestyle choices, supporting a reduction in anti-social behaviour (ASB) and crime. From the beginning of this year, we have engaged with over two hundred young people aged 7 to 17 years old who live in this ward. Our street based Youth Team is out weekly supporting young people to overcome issues or barriers which may be preventing them moving forwards. Recently the Safe in Tees Valley outreach team have been focused around the Ayresome gardens area as it has been a hotspot for youth anti-social behaviour and crime. Over recent weeks we have established a street based youth session which has been popular with the young people who live in the area. As a result we have been able to work with partners to promote community safety and community cohesion leading to a safer community for all to enjoy. The Street based youth session takes place every Thursday from 7pm in Ayresome Gardens. |
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Neighbourhood Safety Team Update
Over the past months the Neighbourhood Safety Team has carried out several investigations relating to nuisance and anti-social behaviour from properties. As a result of these investigations tenancy breach interviews have been conducted at two addresses and referrals to support services have been carried out. The Neighbourhood Safety Team are liaising with partners and Landlords at a further two addresses in the area to take tenancy enforcement action, and several investigations continue.
Neighbourhood Safety continues to engage with youth support services to divert young people into more positive activities. Several individuals have been referred for employment and training support to help them gain qualifications and find education or employment.
Three individuals identified as responsible for causing anti-social behaviour and disorder in and around Newport Community Hub have been banned from the centre due to their behaviour. The individuals have been referred for 1-1 intervention to steer them away from causing issues in the future. Joint patrols in the area have been conducted with Police, Environmental Enforcement and Youth Services to engage with residents and resolve issues and further joint patrols are planned.
We would encourage residents to report issues and incidents to ourselves and partners so that we can take appropriate actions to resolve them. Neighbourhood Safety contact numbers and details of the next Community Safety Drop in sessions are included in this newsletter.
Over the past months the Neighbourhood Safety Team has carried out several investigations relating to nuisance and anti-social behaviour from properties. As a result of these investigations tenancy breach interviews have been conducted at two addresses and referrals to support services have been carried out. The Neighbourhood Safety Team are liaising with partners and Landlords at a further two addresses in the area to take tenancy enforcement action, and several investigations continue.
Neighbourhood Safety continues to engage with youth support services to divert young people into more positive activities. Several individuals have been referred for employment and training support to help them gain qualifications and find education or employment.
Three individuals identified as responsible for causing anti-social behaviour and disorder in and around Newport Community Hub have been banned from the centre due to their behaviour. The individuals have been referred for 1-1 intervention to steer them away from causing issues in the future. Joint patrols in the area have been conducted with Police, Environmental Enforcement and Youth Services to engage with residents and resolve issues and further joint patrols are planned.
We would encourage residents to report issues and incidents to ourselves and partners so that we can take appropriate actions to resolve them. Neighbourhood Safety contact numbers and details of the next Community Safety Drop in sessions are included in this newsletter.
Q & A Things We Get Asked
Q A neighbour has a vicious dog-what can be done?
A It is an offence for a dog to be dangerously out of control in a public place. For the owner to be prosecuted the dog simply has to either bite someone or put someone in fear. In this case contact the police.
The local authority is responsible for picking up stray dogs. The police only keep stray dogs brought to police stations until the council takes the dogs away. Certain breeds of fighting dog can only be owned by people over 21. These dogs have to be on a lead and muzzled in public and have certificates of exemption.
If you are attacked, or bitten by a dog, seek medical attention, then contact the police. The incident should also be reported to your local authority dog warden.
Q What should I do about a bogus caller?
A If the suspected bogus caller is still in the area, the police need to be informed. Call 999 immediately. Check all your windows and doors. If you find that someone has searched your house, call the police and do not touch anything until they arrive. Always check the identity of callers you don’t know.Ask to see ID cards, and use your door chain.
Q When should I call 101?
A 101 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 101 if you want to talk to your local police officer, get crime prevention advice, or report a crime that does not need an emergency response - if your car has been stolen or your property has been damaged.
Q How do I make sure I’m not paying too much for my gas, electicity and other utilities?
A Call into Streets Ahead to make an appointment with us. We will help you look at what you have been paying and the deals offered by alternative suppliers to see if you can get a better deal.
Q A neighbour has a vicious dog-what can be done?
A It is an offence for a dog to be dangerously out of control in a public place. For the owner to be prosecuted the dog simply has to either bite someone or put someone in fear. In this case contact the police.
The local authority is responsible for picking up stray dogs. The police only keep stray dogs brought to police stations until the council takes the dogs away. Certain breeds of fighting dog can only be owned by people over 21. These dogs have to be on a lead and muzzled in public and have certificates of exemption.
If you are attacked, or bitten by a dog, seek medical attention, then contact the police. The incident should also be reported to your local authority dog warden.
Q What should I do about a bogus caller?
A If the suspected bogus caller is still in the area, the police need to be informed. Call 999 immediately. Check all your windows and doors. If you find that someone has searched your house, call the police and do not touch anything until they arrive. Always check the identity of callers you don’t know.Ask to see ID cards, and use your door chain.
Q When should I call 101?
A 101 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 101 if you want to talk to your local police officer, get crime prevention advice, or report a crime that does not need an emergency response - if your car has been stolen or your property has been damaged.
Q How do I make sure I’m not paying too much for my gas, electicity and other utilities?
A Call into Streets Ahead to make an appointment with us. We will help you look at what you have been paying and the deals offered by alternative suppliers to see if you can get a better deal.
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Diary Dates
Gresham Community Forum 16th May, 6pm at Newport Hub, Union Street. Gresham over 50’s Group Meets every Friday morning at 10am at Streets Ahead, 109-111 Parliament Road. Setting up a Community Group Find out how to set up your own Community Group. May 14th. 1pm-3pm at Streets Ahead. Ward Surgeries (all at Streets Ahead) Tuesdays 2pm-3pm Thursdays 10am-11am (Any alterations will be notified on the Streets Ahead Facebook page). Boro Bike Workshop Held on the last Tuesday of the month at Streets Ahead. Have a problem with your bike? Bring it along from 2pm-4pm for the team to give it a once over to see if they can help fix the problem. Neighbourhood Safety Team Drop-Ins 8th May 1pm-2pm Streets Ahead 13th June 10am-11am Streets Ahead 15 July 2pm-30pm Streets Ahead Everyday Computing Each Monday from April 29th at Streets Ahead 9.30am-11.30am. Phone 01642 803451 to book a place. Live Language Informal drop-in for Gresham residents. Thursdays 1pm-2.30pm at Streets Ahead. Community Fun Day May 27th 11am-4pm at the Newport Hub St Pauls Rd. Tickets £2 (under 1s free). |
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Useful Contacts
- Streets Ahead for Information 109-111 Parliament Rd 01642 803451
- streetsaheadforinformation.co.uk facebook.com/SAFIGresham
- Councillor Harvey Tracy 01642 279913, cllrtracy_harvey@middlesbrough.gov.uk
- Councillor Alma Hellaoui 07519365252, alma_hellaoui@middlesbrough.gov.uk
- Newport Hub 01642 802892
- Adam Parkinson (Neighbourhood Safety Team) 01642 726001
- Street Warden Service 01642 228500
- Environment Services 01642 726001 or via middlesbrough.gov.uk/report
- To report fly tipping 01642 726001 or via middlesbrough.gov.uk/report
- To have furniture/electrical goods collected 01642 726001
- Police emergency 999
- To contact the Police in non-urgent cases 101
- To contact someone about a health query 111 (NHS Direct)
PREVIOUS ISSUES OF STREET WISE are avaiable as a pdf-see below
Street WISE february 2019 ISSUE
street wise march 2019 issue
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