12-year-old Scott Belshaw from East Leake has been recognised for his inspiring poem after winning a competition to have it published in a Young Writers book. The book titled, ‘Through Their Eyes 2020 – Future Voices’ is an annual publication that showcases young writer’s work. Each year the book is released containing the next best young … more...
Mayor plants commemorative tree to remember those lost in war from Rushcliffe
A commemorative tree has been planted by the Mayor of Rushcliffe and local school children to remember those lost in war from Rushcliffe and further signify 75 years since the end of World War … more...
West Bridgford resident makes headbands for charity
A West Bridgford resident has been making colourful headbands where the proceeds go to charity. During lockdown, Clara Tennant has been busy creating headbands from fabrics that were donated … more...
Good Companions: Spreading festive joy slightly differently
Good Companions in Clifton are a local charity that supports isolated, vulnerable and lonely older people in the Clifton, Wilford and Sliverdale areas of Nottingham through the provision of weekly … more...
Sewa Day and West Bridgford Community Helpers launch shoebox gift appeal
Following the success of their children’s craft packs in the summer, a group of local community helpers are now beginning to turn their attention to Christmas. The same team of volunteers from … more...
Braving the chop for children’s cancer charity
A jeweller from Clifton has donated 16 inches of her hair to a charity that makes wigs for children living with cancer. The Little Princess Trust provides real hair wigs free of charge to … more...
Community Project in Inham Nook
“A lifeline” is how one grateful family on the Inham Nook estate referred to the St Barnabas Afterschool Community Project. The project, to combat food poverty and social isolation, is being … more...
Historic railway signal box on the right track following successful relocation
Lowdham Railway Heritage, the charity set up to relocate and restore the now-redundant Lowdham Railway Station signal box, has successfully moved the structure to a new location, with help from East … more...
15-year-old honoured for supporting local disabled children
An East Midlands teenager has been recognised and honoured by The National Lottery and Repair Shop host Jay Blades for his efforts during the coronavirus pandemic, supporting disabled … more...
Local partnership tackles the impact of the pandemic on people’s finances
Local partnership swings into action to tackle the impact of the pandemic on people’s finances, as tightening lockdown restrictions threaten further harm. A landmark summit attracting more than … more...
Nottingham’s creative community joins forces for homeless charity’s winter appeal
Independent charity Emmanuel House Support Centre has launched its winter appeal by telling the people of Nottingham ‘You Can Make the Difference’ in supporting homeless, vulnerable and isolated … more...
Village turns Pink & Blue for Baby Loss Awareness Week
Following their heartbreaking loss a few years ago, resident Julie Oldwilll gained the support of locals and turned East Leake Pink and Blue for Baby Loss Awareness Week. Back in 2015 they … more...
Local business donates mud kitchen to local school
Clifton school receives generous donation that encourages kids to have fun outdoors. A member of staff from Nethergate SENS School in Clifton shared a post on social media asking for donations … more...