A last-ditch attempt is being made to save a popular community pub after the shock announcement that it’s closing today (June 8). Last orders are being called at The Flying Saucer in Hempstead, sparking a wave of protests among its loyal customers and residents. Among them is ward councillor Jim Gilbourne who is leading the campaign to keep the boozer open. He has exchanged emails with the owners and is pushing for a face-to-face meeting so they can see firsthand what the pub means to the regulars who describe it as “the heart of the village”. Like others, he is considering all options, includ…