6-year-old Aleesha from West Bridgford continues her work to help save rainforests and fight climate change. At the end of August, she met with Rushcliffe MP Ruth Edwards to ask her some important questions. In the August issue of West Bridgford Local News, we shared the story of Aleesha who had … [Read more...]
Archives for 2021
Wildlife Trust saddened after fourth fire at much loved nature reserve
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust has recently spoken of its frustration after a fourth major fire at the Skylarks Nature Reserve, off Adbolton Lane at Holme Pierrepont, Nottingham over last weekend. The fire, which reportedly happened on Sunday 19th September, decimated an experimental … [Read more...]
County Hall goes green for Recycle Week
For the first time in history, the County Hall offices of Nottinghamshire County Council will be illuminated green this week (20 – 26 September) to mark the annual national Recycle Week, now in its 18th year. Councillor Neil Clarke MBE, Chairman of Transport and Environment Committee said: “I’m … [Read more...]
Calverton school welcomes Nottinghamshire Team GB Olympian
Children at a Calverton school were treated to a PE session led by Nottinghamshire’s Team GB medallist Sam Oldham. The pupils at Manor Park Infant and Nursey School were specially selected by Persimmon Homes Nottingham to enjoy the unique training session as part of the housebuilder’s partnership … [Read more...]
Epic cycle ride in aid of Nottingham therapeutic horticulture scheme
A Nottingham woman is currently cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats to raise £10,000 in support of a city therapeutic horticulture scheme. Growing Forward CIC is a social and therapeutic horticulture project based in community gardens in Bobbers Mill and Clifton. Working closely with local … [Read more...]
Thousands lined the streets with colour for Notts Pride
A colourful march through the streets of Nottingham last Saturday (11 September) saw thousands of people celebrate Pride and the region’s vibrant LGBTQIA+ community. Going back to its roots, organisers worked closely with Nottingham City Council to put on the signature march through the city … [Read more...]
Join the East Leake village litter pick
Help to keep East Leake tidy by joining the village litter pick! Taking place on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th September, locals will be gathering together for a village litter pick to rid the streets of rubbish and harmful objects to wildlife. There will be two littler pick sessions each day, … [Read more...]
Climate Report must trigger action for nature
When absorbing news as negative as that following the latest report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) it can be difficult to remain hopeful. The headlines came as evidence of the effects the report spells out - wildfires, floods and dangerous heatwaves - are clear to us all, so … [Read more...]
New life-saving equipment installed in Beeston
A life-saving defibrillator has been installed on Central Avenue in Beeston. With the help of local Councillors Steve and Barbara Carr, and in partnership with the Community Heartbeat Trust (CHT) Beeston is now equipped with a new defibrillator. Councillors Steve and Barbara have already set up, … [Read more...]
Severn Trent Community Fund awards £10,000 to LGBTQ+ project
Severn Trent’s Community Fund has awarded Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire based Circus Strong, an LGBTQ+ friendly circus and aerial skills community organisation, with £10,000. The funding will provide support for a circus skills programme, that’s specifically designed to support the transgender … [Read more...]
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