ROBBERY: A word from Det Con Dan Leese, of Aldershot CID: "Many of you will be aware of a robbery which occurred in Rotherwick on Saturday, November 11.

"An elderly lady was viciously assaulted in The Street and her handbag and its contents were stolen.

"As a result of enquiries, a suspect was identified and arrested within a few days.

"He has since been charged with this robbery, among other offences, and has been remanded in custody.

"I would like to reassure the residents of Rotherwick that this remains a very rare occurrence and, should they have any concerns, to contact their local beat officers, Pcs Stacy Beale or Dave McDonald.

"Any information specific to this enquiry should be directed to myself at Aldershot CID.

"I would like to thank all residents for their continuing help in this matter."

EVERYTHING'S coming up roses... And holly, pine cones, box etc, up the road in Newnham on Monday, December 4, at the annual Christmas floral demonstration in Newnham Village Hall, at 8pm.

For further details and tickets, contact Christine Broughton on 762490.

CALENDAR Girls? No,we haven't matched the ladies of Hartley Wintney (yet) but we do have a calendar featuring photos of Rotherwick in days gone by, priced at £6.

A limited number are available from Sue or Richard Whistler on 763118.