Greythorn Primary School pupil Deslie Yeung (age 9) is celebrating with her school pals after hearing her design has made it on to the official t-shirt for the Robin Hood Mini-Marathon, to take place on 29th September this year. Deslie said she is excited at the news, “I feel really pleased and proud because I won the t-shirt design contest! It’s so exciting to think that all the people in the … read more...
Local football club hold heart screening session
On Saturday 27 July, Ruddington Village Football Club held a heart screening session for local people aged between 14-35, via the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY). The screening was really well … read more...
Stunning gardens make Lady Bay Open Gardens a huge success!
The 2024 Lady Bay Open Gardens bathed in glorious sunshine, contributing to a record-breaking event! Over 1,300 adults plus children enjoyed a delightful weekend exploring the diverse gardens, raising a … read more...
New friendship group “Rock of Ages”
A new friendship group called “Rock of Ages” is a charity based in West Bridgford. It launched in March 2024 as a community project managed by The Rock Church, and now after a summer break re-opens Monday 9th … read more...
A Special Opportunity To Make A Difference
The charity Framework is recruiting new members to its Board of Trustees and is encouraging members of the business community to apply. Framework provides housing, health, employment and support services to … read more...
Impressive achievements at East Leake Academy on results day
Students at East Leake Academy collected their GCSE results on Thursday 22 August with some impressive achievements and a strong set of results across the board. Staff joined students to celebrate their hard … read more...
New measures to increase availability at Bingham car parks
New measures to increase the availability of car parking spaces across Bingham’s car parks will be introduced from October with two hours of free parking retained at Newgate Street and Needham Street. Free … read more...
Victoria Embankment Paddling Pool restoration well under way
Future generations of Nottingham children will soon benefit from the newly-designed paddling pool scheme that will be a modern interpretation of the traditional water play previously enjoyed by many. The … read more...
Pupils wow audiences with their end of term performance
Edwalton Primary School children have wowed audiences as they performed ‘Robin and the Sherwood Hoodies’ (by Craig Hawes) for their end of term show. During two performances, Year 5 children showcased … read more...
New memorial bench unveiled in Cotgrave
Cotgrave residents attended the official opening of the Dr Alex Macdonald Memorial bench on Saturday 20 July. Dr Alex Macdonald (known to everyone as Dr Mac) was a GP in Cotgrave for over 25 years until … read more...
East Leake WI enjoy a trip down memory lane
East Leake WI were delighted to welcome Graham Keale, a retired show business reporter, to our well attended monthly meeting in August. His insight into his life as a journalist starting on a local newspaper … read more...
‘Penny’ of thanks to bank from primary school pupils
Youngsters from Gotham Primary School collected more than 13,000 pennies for their school, but the coppers raised nearly missed the penny drop box when it was time to deposit them at the bank. The pupils … read more...
Pupils complete healthy lifestyles programme with three-course banquet
School pupils in Clifton have completed a six-year healthy lifestyles programme by preparing and cooking a banquet for special guests, using ingredients grown in their own kitchen garden. The Year 6 children … read more...
Café in the Park opens it’s doors for the first time!
On Monday 22 July, a new community cafe was opened at William Lee, Park Road in Calverton following the completion of a large extension to the Village Hall earlier in 2024. Back in 2021, an exciting proposal … read more...
Skydiving barbers take to the skies in support of local charity
On Sunday 28 July, the cutting crew from Levi’s Barbers in Beeston leapt from a ‘Grand Caravan’ plane at 14,000 feet to take on not only their first-ever fundraiser for Forever Stars but also their first-ever … read more...
Skydiving Trio jump for TNT!
On Saturday 14th September, three wonderful supporters of Transforming Notts Together (TNT) are skydiving to help the charity and help more people across Nottinghamshire. Two of our trustees, Bishop Peter … read more...
Vital Work of Youth Charity Given Boost with New Partnership with Motorpoint Arena
A charity that mentors young people in Nottingham at risk of offending has received a boost from a new partnership with Motorpoint Arena. Switch Up has become a charity partner of the world-class … read more...
East Leake WI enjoy insight into reading body language
At our July meeting we were treated to an insight on “Reading Body Language” by John Smith. His interesting and entertaining talk took us from the origins of behaviour stemming from our ancient survival … read more...
RBC welcomes nearly £30,000 funding to clear chewing gum hot spots
A grant from the Chewing Gum Task Force, administered by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, will help Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) clean up gum and reduce gum littering across the Borough. The … read more...