An inspiring new wildlife themed mural has been unveiled on Waterside Bridge that recently opened over the River Trent as part of a collaborative project between Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) and Nottingham City Council (NCC). The colourful artwork is based around the theme of wildlife and nature throughout Rushcliffe and provides a unique and refreshing feel to the Lady Bay side of the … read more...
Local swim club takes gold after five decades of teaching
Rushcliffe Swimming Club (RSC) has struck gold after celebrating its 50th year of teaching. Marking its Golden Jubilee with a community festival on Saturday 4th July attended by more than 200 club members, … read more...
Birthday challenge raises more than £2,000 for Charity
Brian Maddison celebrated his 80th birthday in memorable fashion by cycling 80 miles in aid of the charity Railway Children and so far, he has already raised more than £2,200, exceeding his original fundraising … read more...
MP celebrates homebuilder’s award winner in East Leake
MP James Naish recently visited David Wilson Homes’ The Skylarks development to meet Site Manager, Liam Hathaway, who has received national recognition for the quality of homes being built in the village. In … read more...
Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Streetwise team wins national award!
Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Streetwise team has scooped a national award and been named Best Council Services team at the prestigious MJ Awards! Mayor Cllr Richard Butler, Chief Executive Adam Hill, … read more...
Burton Joyce residents enjoy Picnic in the Park
Residents enjoyed an afternoon of music and community spirit at Burton Joyce Parish Council’s annual Picnic in the Park, held at The Grove. The event featured a lively performance by Burton Joyce Community … read more...
New Pizza Oven for Summerwood Community Gardens
A much-loved feature at Summerwood Lane Community Gardens is back in action after volunteers completed the construction of a brand-new clay pizza oven. Located within the Summerwood Lane Allotments, the … read more...
Vicky McClure choir treats cinemagoers to surprise performance
At the end of June, Nottingham cinemagoers were treated to a surprise performance from Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir at Showcase Cinema de Lux Nottingham. Performing inside one of the cinema screens, … read more...
Golden Anniversary Show raises £7,009.62 for Macmillan Cancer Support
50 years ago, after an advert in a local shop in 1976, Ann Marchant founded KSTD with a handful of pupils. The school now has 250 students, seven teachers, running over 40 weekly classes across 10 different … read more...
Buttercross Pre-School pupils far from stuck in the mud
Buttercross Pre-School in Bingham has set up a brand-new mud kitchen following support from its local community. David Wilson Homes donated £300 to Buttercross Pre-School to support its efforts to create an … read more...
Music Extravaganza Returns to East Leake Village Hall This July
Music lovers are in for a treat this summer as East Leake Village Hall hosts another fantastic Music Extravaganza on Saturday 25th July 2026. Featuring a variety of talented local musicians and singers, the … read more...
Local Hockey Club Celebrate Historic National Success
Boots Hockey Club’s Men’s Over 35 Squad made history beating Sittingbourne 1-0 to win the England Hockey Trophy at the National Hockey Club Championships this Early May Bank Holiday, claiming the club's first … read more...
Pierrepont Gamston Primary School Praised for Inclusive Ethos
Pierrepont Gamston Church of England Primary School is celebrating a highly positive SIAMS (Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools) report, with inspectors praising both its inclusive ethos and … read more...
Horticultural Society’s Summer Show returns for 133rd year
The popular Lowdham Summer Show returns on Monday 31 August, bringing an afternoon of family entertainment, competitions and community spirit to Lowdham Village Hall and Playing Fields (NG14 7BD). The show is … read more...
Rising star secures Nottingham Forest academy place
Staff and pupils at The Glapton Academy in Clifton are celebrating after eight-year-old Sonny achieved a major milestone by signing a contract with Nottingham Forest Football Club. Sonny, a Year 3 pupil who … read more...
Councillor helps Cricket Club with funding for new mower
A local cricket club has secured its future for the season thanks to support from Nottinghamshire County Councillor Helen Faccio. Councillor Helen Faccio recently visited Beeston and Toton Sycamore Cricket … read more...
Secret Ingredients For Festival Success Revealed By Gloworm Organisers Ahead of 10th Edition
As family festivals across the UK face mounting pressures, Gloworm Festival believes it has found the secret recipe for success - and it starts with glow sticks, nostalgia, camping and getting families off … read more...
Attenborough Church Pre-School celebrates 65 years!
On the sunny afternoon of Tuesday 12th May, an exciting event occurred at Attenborough Village Hall, attended by many. It was a celebration of the 65th year of Attenborough Church Pre-School, a not-for-profit … read more...
Community Spirit Shines at Gedling CAN Celebration
On St. George’s Day, representatives from over 30 local organisations gathered to celebrate Gedling Borough’s voluntary and community groups. The event was organised by Gedling CAN (Community Action … read more...