A West Bridgford youngster who was climbing into bed exhausted after school and was diagnosed with leukaemia just hours after arriving at hospital, has been recognised with a special national award. Emilie Tate, was a healthy and happy seven-year-old enjoying life when she suddenly seemed … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2024
Vote passed to install Swift Nesting Bricks in new homes
Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) has unanimously passed a motion to ensure at least 50 per cent of homes in new developments in the Borough will now include “swift bricks” to encourage these endangered birds to nest in new communities. At a Full Council meeting on the 7th December, a motion … [Read more...]
“Oliver with a Christmas Twist” Pantomime at St. Mary’s Church
On Tuesday 12th December, St. Mary’s Church welcomed back the Searchlight Theatre Company for two performances of their Christmas Pantomime “Oliver with a Christmas Twist”. The audiences were entertained by Oliver and Mr Scrooge not to mention the other familiar characters in those Dickens … [Read more...]
Wildlife Trust sets to bring water voles back from the brink
It is widely acknowledged that the water vole is the UK’s fastest declining mammal. Surveys for the species in Nottinghamshire earlier this year found them to be almost entirely absent from sites where they were recorded historically. Surveys between 2020-2022 found water voles to be largely … [Read more...]
Grant funding available for Broxtowe Community Projects
Broxtowe Borough Council has opened a new £240,000 grant fund for community projects in Broxtowe as part of its UK Shared Prosperity Funding (UKSPF). Grants of £5,000 to £40,000 are available for community projects in the Borough to be delivered in the 2024/25 financial year. A very small number … [Read more...]
Share your views on proposed funding for West Bridgford community group projects
Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) is seeking views from West Bridgford, Lady Bay and Edwalton residents about how it should allocate local portions of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding where development has taken place. West Bridgford Neighbourhood CIL is funded by developers and enables … [Read more...]
Nottingham University Samworth Academy (NUSA) have appointed Matthew Turton as their new Headteacher.
The Bilborough-based academy - which is part of the Nova Education Trust - is rated 'Good' by Ofsted and provides a caring community for students to grow, learn and achieve together, both academically and as young people. Matthew Turton said: "I am determined to build on the excellent work that … [Read more...]
Proposed changes to Queens Road West
Seasons greetings! We hope you’ve had a lovely Christmas! Many of you may have noticed the recent speed limit change on Queens Road West, from 40mph, to 30mph, that was enforced in early November. Reducing speeds on our roads has a number of benefits; it reduces collisions and injuries, and also … [Read more...]
£63,000 refurbishment for Boundary Road play area
West Bridgford’s popular Boundary Road Play area is receiving a £63,000 refurbishment and is set to open very soon. The development includes the installation of a new multi climbing unit and accessible seesaw, new swing sets, benches and the refurbishment of springers, multi play toddler unit, … [Read more...]
Bingham Civic Awards Winners 2023
The Mayor, Councillor Rowan Bird, and Deputy Mayor, Councillor Gareth Williams, were joined on stage at this year’s Christmas Market and Light Switch On by this year’s Civic Award Winners. The four award winners were nominated for their work and commitment to the residents of Bingham. The Mayor … [Read more...]