Energise to host Celebrating Ability day for disability sport people

Energise

City of York Council will once again welcome disabled sports enthusiasts to try out new sports, activities and fun sessions at the city’s Celebrating Ability day at Energise on Tuesday 7 August.

The event showcases sport and physical activity for disabled people and is a celebration of sport and physical ability for those who have a disability, are deaf or hard of hearing or have a sensory impairment. 

There’s a wide range of activities for people to take part in, including football, cycling, tennis, swimming and powerchair football. 

The council has partnered with over a dozen local clubs and organisations to deliver these taster sessions. Fencing will be a new sport to try this year following the successful introduction of judo last year. All participants will receive a medal and a certificate for taking part. 

Other sports include archery, cricket and gym taster sessions. For these sports booking is advised as places are limited and places will be allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.

Celebrating Ability day is hosted by the council’s sport and active leisure team to encourage more residents into sport and highlight the all year round opportunities available within the city’s strong disability sport sector. 

Admission for the event will cost £4.10. To book or for further information, please contact paul.ramskill@york.gov.uk, call 01904 553372 or visit www.york.gov.uk/celebratingability. 

For more information about inclusive sports opportunities in York visit www.york.gov.uk/disabilitysport.

For information and advice abut the #movemoreyork campaign visit www.movemoreyork.co.uk. 

Litter, litter everywhere

Rowntree Housing (JRHT) have agreed to organise a clean up of the play area on Teal Drive on Friday. The area – like many public open spaces during the current period of hot weather – has suffered badly from litter. Residents also plan a follow up over the weekend

Teal Drive playground with litter

Tedder Road park litter

 

Thoresby Road snicket

The Reeves snicket

Tithe Close snicket

 

 

Dumping blights back lanes in York

We were sorry to see that rubbish is piled in some terraced streets in the City. Nothing depresses an area more than fly tipping so the Councils robust level of fines are probably justified – albeit sparingly used.

In the Green Lane area yesterday we found two examples of dumping. The area now has 100% wheeled bin operation which has reduce litter drift. But, since the closure of the local recycling centre on Beckfield Lane 6 years ago, problems with dumping have increased. They are exacerbated by relatively high charges levied by the Council for removing bulky waste  

Regular visits by skips to estates were stopped about 2 years go. This decision has also impacted on how tidy our streets are

So something needs to change.

Recycling pont in Acomb Car park needs a “makeover”

Poor commercial storage arrangements at back of Front Street

Rubbish accumulating in Gladstone Street back lane

Rubbish in Howe Street back lane

 

York Council issues advice as City heads for hottest day

Temperatures are expected to peak this week before falling away on Friday. There is then a possibility of some rain, which will please gardeners at least..

With the warm weather and children embarking on their summer holidays, City of York Council is offering tips for residents to have a happy, healthy summer.

With the school holidays upon us it is important during the summer break to be aware of potential risks to health and look out for others, especially vulnerable groups such as the elderly, young children and babies and those with serious illnesses.

Our love summer campaign offers some top tips on how to enjoy the weather –

  • Lots of water – it is important to stay hydrated in the hot weather.
  • Older people, remember to make sure they are ok in the hot weather. Simply checking in on your neighbour or family members that they have everything they need can make a world of difference.
  • Vaccination check-up. Summer is a good opportunity to check that your family’s vaccinations are up to date. Why not get in contact with your GP to check? It is important that people have MMR and Menacwy vaccines, especially before holidays and festivals.
  • Everyone needs sun cream. Wear at least SPF 15+ sun cream, ideally 50+ for children, and make sure you reapply regularly, especially if you are swimming or doing exercise.
  • Soap and water after petting farm visits. Keep your hands away from your face, and always was your hands with soap and water- not just gels or wipes, after touching animals.
  • Understand the dangers of open water and don’t swim in rivers or reservoirs. Hidden current, unexpected cold temperatures and debris make this dangerous – even for strong swimmers.
  • Make sure your BBQ meat is cooked thoroughly and don’t leave food outside for long periods of time.
  • Moderate your drinking, have water in between alcoholic drinks, never drink and drive, and stay away from open water.
  • Ensure your children are safe and protected from the sun. Accidents can happen when children are left unattended, make sure you keep an eye on where they are playing, especially if it’s near pools, ponds, BBQs or trampolines.
  • Remember to head for shade, the sun is especially strong between 11am and 3pm. If you are going outside, try to stay in the shade between these times, and remember to wear light, loose-fitting clothing and lots of suncream.

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