With something happening every day between 20th and 29th April this year's week of celebrations promises to be more exciting than ever before.

Two years ago dozens of homes were hit when a drainage channel that carries surface water into the nearby Mill Pond overflowed. The EA is now throwing its resources into solving the problem over the next two years.

Written by his son, John Rickett, who now lives in Devon, "Stretchers Not Available" - the Wartime Story of Emsworth Doctor, Dr Jim Rickett,has now been published. More....

The West Sussex village of Southbourne now has its own website, Southbourne Online, www.southbourneonline,co.uk .

ARTISTS are being sought for a unique exhibition that will showcase their work.

What treasure can be found on the shoreline, how to have the best day out and what wildlife you can spot throughout the year are all themes of feature articles in this year's Chichester Harbour News and Guide.

Westbourne Villagers Recycle Christmas trees Villagers in Westbourne, near Emsworth, have held their most successful Christmas tree recycling event yet

 Soldier needed stitches after late-night fight after row in Emsworth Pub

Junior club is opened to help bored Emsworth children

Friday evening found The Square packed with over 1500 people of all ages. For the first time the event was held on a Friday evening Santa arrived on his sleigh , courtesy of The Havant Rotary Club, to turn on the lights, greeted the children in his Christmas grotto before moving on to North Street for more festivities. More....

Jim Rickett worked as a GP in Emsworth during the blitz of 1940/41. He kept a diary at the time describing his work which makes interesting reading as much is now unthinkable.

Sunday morning saw several EBA members decorating this year's tree in the square in preparation for the Emsworth Christmas Celebrations on Friday.

The Square in Emsworth was busy this morning as firefighters, soldiers, Royal Navy personnel and gym-goers have set out to to pedal from Emsworth to Transylvania – without moving. Instead, they will cover the 1,480 miles on static spin exercise bikes, taking turns every few hours.

  BLU is a dog on the run and being able to sprint at 35mph, she's going to be difficult to catch.

The voice of BBC television's Saturday tea-time football results will hang up his microphone for the final time. More.....

Times of services in Christmas Week

Details of all that's going on in December have now been published

Announced to day the Olympic Torch route will not be passing through Emsworth.

PLANS for a new church in the heart of Emsworth have been given the go-ahead by a government inspector.  

Emsworth, Bosham and West Wittering all feature in the winning photos in this year's Chichester Harbour Photography Competition.

The Emsworth Business Association have announced their plans for this year's celebrations. Every year the Association organise the turning on of the Christmas lights but this year the event promises to be the beast yet with North Street joining in for the first time!

Fourteen people spent a pleasant couple of hours planting English bluebell bulbs in Nore Barn Woods, which are about a mile west of the centre of Emsworth.

The 3rd edition of the town's guide and map produced by the Emsworth Business Association has been published

After a gap of seven years Dragon Boat racing returned to Emsworth. Eleven teams from Emsworth Businesses competed on the Mill Pond  to claim the title of Dragon Boat champions.  

A day in the life of a soldier in Afghanistan presented by 47Regt. RA On Monday evening the officers and men of 47Regt RA gave an informative, thought provoking and at times amusing presentation of their several tours in Afghanistan to an audience of about sixty residents at the Brookfield Hotel.

Independent Age (www.independentage.org.uk) is a support network for older people on very low incomes living in the UK and Ireland.

SEVEN months after it was badly damaged by fire, a church in Warblington has reopened.

A presentation at the Brookfield Hotel 2nd August 2011 7.00pm for 7.30pm by members of 47 Reg RA based on Yhorney Island.

The Old Dairy Farm The Old Dairy Farm is a newly built Chalet bungalow with guest accommodation offering 4 high quality en-suite rooms. Set in a peaceful location surrounded by the beautiful woods of Hollybank, the Old Dairy Farm is an ideal location for people visiting the area for business or a relaxing short break. The Old Dairy Farm, Long Copse Lane, Emsworth PO10 7UL T. 01243 379312 / 07737236446 E. bookings@bedandbreakfastemsworth.co.uk W. www.bedandbreakfastemsworth.co.uk

Armed Forces Day and Flying a Flag for our Armed Forces in Emsworth on Monday 20 June 2011   Saturday 25th June marks the third Armed Forces Day. The Day will be an occasion for the whole nation to honourthe outstanding contribution made by those who serve or have served in Her Majesty's Armed Forces.

Police closed a road today after a lorry became stuck under a bridge.

It's a Knock Out is coming to Emsworth Organised by FitBeat It's a Knock Out will be held on July 23rd 2011 in Emsworth Revreation Ground to mark the one year countdown to the London 2012 Olympic Games. The whole community is invited to enjoy the day, but if you want to be at the centre of the action, then sign up for the It's a Knock Competition which will be held in the main arena throughout the day.

Police are growing concerned for the welfare of Margaret McElligott, 46, after she went missing from her home in North Street on Tuesday, May 24.

  WALK-in clinics for people with minor injuries have been launched to take the strain off Queen Alexandra Hospital.   The minor injury service will be offered between 8am and 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, at The Clanfield Surgery, Cowplain Family Practice, Emsworth Practice, Forest End Surgery, The Homewell Practice, Horndean Practice, Middle Park Medical Centre, Queenswood Surgery, and Rowlands Castle Surgery. No appointment is necessary

Havant Borough Council is urging its residents to get involved, have fun and get fit for the British Heart Foundation Round the Harbours' Bike Ride Sunday 5th June.

A new education centre at Eames Farm, Thorney Island was officially opened this month by Louise Goldsmith, Leader of West Sussex County Council and Chairman of the Harbour Conservancy.

  Many readers will be familiar with The Spice Village in Emsworth, formerly Allwoods Wine Bar, opened by Abdul Ahad in March 2007. Now Abdul has purchased The New Inn in Drayton which closed as a pub in 2009 and is preparing to reopen this imposing building as a new restaurant, Spice Village Drayton. www.spicevillagedrayton.co.uk

  The future of a beauty spot in Emsworth has been secured after £100,000 repair works were completed.

Volunteeers have celebrated the 10th birthday of a wood by planting an extra 1,500 trees.

Many months after the idea was first proposed a flag pole has been erected in the square.

Come for a well-person check up at Emsworth Chiropractic Clinic The Check-up includes:   Blood pressure check Posture analysis Spinal exam Muscle Tests Joint function assessment Advice   FEE £10 (£5 of this will be donated to Help For Heroes) 27 North Street, Emsworth, PO10 7BY Tel: 01243 373721

Last held in 2004, this year the race organised by the Emsworth Business Association with the cooperation of the Slipper Sailing Club will take place on Sunday, 7th August.

A £2m plan to revamp a church has been refused by a council over fears it could become an eyesore.

A Marin mountain bike, Bolinas Ridge (model) Blue was stolen from Havant Road, Emsworth (next to Park Crescent) between Friday 11thFebruary and Sunday 13th February.

www.emsworthhorticulturalsociety.org.uk

4 February  Chichester and Bognor Amnesty International group "Zimbabwe a Human Rights Issue'.  Emsworth Methodist Hall at 7.30. The speaker is David Kadzutu, who is from Zimbabwe.

4 & 5 February Emsworth Sailing Club 2011 Art Show Sat 5 Feb 10am - 4pm Sun 6 Feb10am - 3pm Emsworth sailing Club 55 Bath Rd, Emsworth

5  February ECA Burns Night: Emsworth Community Centre, 7pm. Scottish country dancing and haggis meal.

9 February Thorney Island Army Cadets Recruitment Evening 19:00hrs  If you want to join the ACF or just want to see what we do, why not come to our recruits evening at the detachment.Get involved in FIELDCRAFT, SIGNALS, CAMPCRAFT, COMMAND TASKS and much more.  www.thorneyislandacf.org.uk

10 February Maritime & Historical Trust "Smuggling in Chichester and Langstone Harbours" by Linda Newell  in the Lumley Room, Church Path EmsworthCommunity Centre starting at 7.30p.m. Admission — Non Members £2.00
 

11 February Flag Pole to be erected in The Square an Emsworth Business Association Project

11 February: Chichester Harbour and the Role of the Conservancy. Speaker: Judy Darley. EWA Evening lectures - Pastoral Centre, The Square, Emsworth, 7.30 - 9pm. Fee: £4, pay at door

12 February Havant Chamber Orchestra: Concert, 7.30pm, Ferneham Hall, Fareham. Rossini's Overture to The Italian Girl in Algiers then comes Purcell's 'The Married Beau' followed by Beethoven's classical 2nd Piano Concerto. The final work is Czech composer Vorisek's warmly endowed classical Symphony in D, the subject of Angela Blackwell's talk at 6.30pm. Tickets £7.00 - £18.00, with concessions for students and children are on sale now

at Ferneham Hall Box Office, 01329 231942.

14   February ECA Film Club: 'Another Year'. Emsworth Community Centre, 7.30pm. Tickets, including tea/coffee and biscuits, £5 in advance from Newsmag/Hallmark in the High Street or from ECA office (open Mon to Fri from 10am – 12 noon).

14   February Emsworth U3A Amble and Pub Lunch  based at the Bat and Ball Hambledon.
9-15 Meet at North Street Car Park Emsworth to share cars. 9-30 Depart fo the Bat and Ball Hambledon 10-00 Four Mile Walk. (A number of short ups. ) 12-30 Lunch at the Bat and Ball (Non Walkers are invited to join us for lunch)
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Thurs 17 February EHS: AGM followed by a Talk, to be announced later. Emsworth Community Centre, Mountford Rooms, 7.30pm

23 February 'Wildlife Photography: Birds,Butterflies and Bugs' by Tony Wooton of the Havant Camera Club.Hampshire Wildlife Trust (Havant, Hayling and Emsworth Group). Everyone welcome. 7.30pm at the Drama Studio around the back of Warblington School, Southleigh Road, Warblington, Havant, PO9 2RR. Presentation:   Admission £2.50. Contact: T. 023 9225 8457 or 023 9247 3091 or email nikknight@hotmail.com

EMSWORTH FLOOD ACTION GROUP Launched As a result of the recent flooding in Bridge Road and the past and continuing threat of flooding in a number of other locations within Emsworth, the Emsworth Residents' Association is setting up a Flood Action Group gathering residents together to empower our community to reduce the flood risk and develop an emergency response plan.

Chichester Harbour was formed 40 years ago.

What's on in emsworth & near by? page has been updated with lots of new dates for 2011

Following representations from the Emsworth Residents Association and a public meeting on held on 11th December the church's original plans have been revised.

  Lester and Annie Korzilius were very pleased with the outcome of their recent coffee morning held at their home in Maisemore Gardens.

At a meeting of the HBC Development Management Committee held earlier this month a revised plan for a part of the inter-bridges site was finally granted provisional approval approved.

A Selection of images of Emsworth at Christmas by local photographer John Tweddell.

Emsworth woke up to a blanket of white this morning after nearly 8 inches of snow fell over night.

Kings Road, Emsworth wastewater flood protection scheme. Construction works to be carried out in Emsworth on behalf of Southern Water, by r 4Delivery Ltd (4D).as a part of a programme of environmental improvement and water quality schemes for Southern Water until 2015.

Plenty want to visit the town's show ... too few want to run it  A special meeting has been called to help solve to volunteer crisis which threatens the future of the Emsworth Show. The annual horticultural show was visited by record numbers this year, but its future hangs in the balance as it struggles for volunteers to help run it

Havant Borough Council has joined forces with Keep Britain Tidy to wage war against irresponsible dog owners who do not pick up after their pets. Today launches the latest campaign to combat the problem, calling on dog owners to bag and bin their dog's mess as 'there's no such thing as the dog poo fairy'!

Chichester Garden Share is a scheme linking people who want to grow their own veggies but do not have access to land, with people who have large gardens they would like to see put to better use. 

http://www.chichestergardenshare.org/

Over £1,000 was made from ticket sales which will be donated to the local hospices.With a full house and over-flow to the balcony the organisers thought they were going to have to turn people away but they managed to squeeze them all it. www.emsworthcommunitysingers.org.uk

HUNDREDS of mourners packed into a church to say a final farewell to popular Chichester Harbour Master John Davis.

A plea has been issued from Emsworth Museum for more volunteers to come forward to ensure it has a long-term future. The museum, in North Street, has a loyal membership which pay a yearly subscription cost, but it is the dwindling number of helpers which is causing concern.

In August work began outside Havant Borough Council's Civic Offices to move gas, electric, water supplies and drainage, in preparation for the refurbishment and extension to the Civic Offices, which beging this month.

Tomorrow's (Friday 10th September) "Escape to the Country (BBC2 at 17.15) will include a segment covering the rise and fall of Emsworth's oyster industry, ending with the couple going for a sail in the 'Terror' oyster boat.

PLANS for a 200-seat auditorium in the heart of an historic town have come under fire over concerns it could become an eyesore.