New Year

Hello all,
Sorry I haven't been online for a few weeks, it's been a busy one lately!

Hope all is well?

Do you let me know if you have any stories/suggestions of things I should be following up and please give me you thoughts on what should happen in Kenilworth in 2010, even if it's never likely to!

Ed

Core Strategy

The core strategy meeting was good last night - did any of you go?
There are lots of residents fired up about this issue - particularly the patch of land between Kenilworth and Coventry that might face development.
Ken safer neighbourhood meeting next, Monday 7 at Kenilworth School.

Skateboarding ban

Skateboarders and rollerbladers are to be encouraged off the streets under a new ban for safety reasons.
They could face fines as well as getting their equipment confiscated if they break the new ban.
Is this fair?
Shoud they be forced to use a skate park that they deem is 'hazardous'?

Your views

After some prompts on this site for more topics to talk about - this is your opportunity to do just that!
Let us know what issues you want to talk about and we'll create a blog under that title for you.
We look forward to your comments.

Web charges at Kenilworth library

To use the computers at the library from now on you'll be paying £4 an hour! - the first 30 minutes is free if you're a member, but after that the hefty charge is added.
Concessionary rates are being offered, but not for older people - this affects in particular a group called the Silver Surfers.
Are you part of the group?
What do you think?

Have you been to Kenilworth Castle's Elizabethan Garden?

The beautiful garden was opened earlier this year and it's reported that footfall in town has increased massively as a result.
Have you been to the garden? What do you think of it? And do you think it will help tourism?

Is the new greenway a mess?

Critics say the new Connect 2 greenway in Kenilworth is a 'total mess'. Some councillors say the route is being ruined and will only be suitable for cyclists, not walkers. The route runs from Kenilworth to Berkswell and will eventually link with Warwick University. Your views are welcome.

The horse fair returns on July 26, tell us your views

The horse fair is on its way back to Kenilworth on July 26.
This time the organisers must apply for planning permission for the event to help it run more smoothly.
These include providing proper toilet blocks and issuing strict parking guidelines - do you think this will make a difference?
Your views are welcome.

Talisman Square or Talisman?

This week, the owners of Talisman Square have been discussing why they have changed its name to simply 'Talisman'. It's more contemporary, they argue. Do you think this will catch on? Can you see people saying: 'I'll meet you at Talisman'. Which title do you prefer? Your comments are welcome.

Who should open the Queen's garden?

The Queen is unable to come to Kenilworth to open the new Elizabethan garden at the castle. She will not be following in the footsteps of her illustrious predecessor, Elizabeth I.
So who should open the castle garden? We'd like to hear your suggestions.

Could you do all your shopping in Kenilworth?

Jane Poulter of a Kenilworth firm called Time Jugglers is writing a regular column for the Kenilworth Weekly News about shopping. Her first article appears in this week's edition and is well worth a read. She used to do most of her shopping OUT of Kenilworth and has tkane up the challenge of doing it all IN Kenilworth. She is after suggestions of good places in the town to shop. Can you help her? Please post your comments below.

Motocross in Rouncil Lane. A good or bad idea?

Readers have been complaining about a weekend Motocross meeting off Rouncil Lane, Kenilworth. Councillors are supporting them in their concerns about noise and traffic. What do you think? Is this just a bit of fun or a real nuisance? Please post your comments below.

Are there too many bars in Kenilworth?

Abbey End could end up having 'more bars than Alcatraz', according to Kenilworth councillors. They were commenting on a decision to grant developers permission to encourage another bar into Abbey End. Councillors want to see more shops in the town rather than bars. What do you think? Comments welcome.

Should wood-burning stoves be allowed in Kenilworth?

Some Kenilworth residents have contacted the Weekly News complaining about people burning wood in what they say is a smokeless zone. Several readers have responded defending the practice - and one has claimed that a person is going round the town noting down which houses are emitting smoke. What do you think? Comments welcome.

What do you think of this new sign?

This new sign has been unveiled at the entrance to Talisman Square, Kenilworth. The developers, Discovery Properties, have added the sign as part of the £25 million transformation that began in 2007. What do you think of it? Does it give Kenilworth town centre a lift? We welcome your comments.