CRICKET—On Saturday last a match was played between the Poddington Hearts of Oak C.C. an the Bozeat Star C.C., on the ground of the former. There was some good play on both sides, but the visitors came off victorious by an innings and 4 runs to spare. As the weather was all that could be desired, a large number of pedestrians were present to witness the game. The ground which has recently been enlarged was in first class condition. Scores:—Poddington 10 and 17, Bozeat 67 runs.

THUNDERSTORM—On Tuesday morning last very heavy thunderstorm passed over this village and neighbourhood accompanied by a heavy downpour of rain. The lightning was very vivid, but we are glad to state that no injury resulted to life or property.

THE CHURCH ORGAN—The organ which was opened here on Easter Sunday, and in aid of the purchase of which special collections were made now gives entire satisfaction. It had been the desire of the Rector (Rev. J. Geldart), and many others in the parish, that an organ should take the place of the harmonium, which had been use since the abandonment (twenty-five years ago) of an antique barrel-organ, after forty years use. Since the adoption of the present instrument the singing has improved considerably, and it is hoped that a greater interest will now be taken in the services. This instrument was formerly used at St. Giles' Church, Northampton, and has since been replaced by a superior instrument, at a cost of £1,200. Our organ has cost about £100, its purchase £75, and the necessary fittings and erection £25. It is a double manual organ, with eight stops on the great, and five stops on the swell organs. The tone of the diapasons is very mellow, and the instrument, which stands in the north aisle, facing the entrance to the church, is admirably suited for the church. Within the past three years our church has been generally restored; the roof, nave, and spire has been repaired, the windows have been re-glazed, and last year we had one of the bells re-cast, which cost us £40.