A lifesaving defibrillator situated outside Mad Dog Sports on Exchange Street was stolen 3 months ago.The defibrillator on the shop wall was purchased and installed in October 2019 by Cllr Jonathan Wheeler through his divisional fund from the County Council.After it disappeared 3 months ago, … [Read more...]
Beeston’s creativity during lockdown
Last month the Local News shared some Beeston creatives and what they got up to during their spare time in lockdown. Below we find out about two more residents:50 thingsWendy Lippman from Chilwell turned 50 in September. Feeling negative about it, she decided to do something positive and try … [Read more...]
Award Winning Festival Promoter Saves Summer with Launch of Outdoor Live Music Sessions
Arboretum Sunsets Opening Weekend: Friday 25th June/Saturday 26th June/Sunday 27th JuneWith the delay to the easing of restrictions putting the future of many of this year’s festivals in doubt, award-winning festival promoter DHP Family is delighted to save summer once again with the return of … [Read more...]
Rushcliffe Borough Council raises a flag in support of Armed Forces Week
Rushcliffe Borough Council has joined organisations across the country to raise a flag to commemorate Armed Forces Week.Councillors and local dignitaries gathered at Rushcliffe Arena to watch the ceremonial flag raising in line with current Government guidelines.Mayor of Rushcliffe Cllr Sue … [Read more...]
Stretch into Summer with free Yoga and Pilates classes
Local wellness business The Coco Collective has organised a series of free morning yoga and pilates classes, which are being hosted in collaboration with women’s activewear brand Sweaty Betty.The classes will be held every Saturday morning this summer in West Bridgford Park from 8.30-9.15am. All … [Read more...]
Work on new Rushcliffe Oaks crematorium begins later this summer
Work is due to start on a new crematorium facility and community space in Rushcliffe later this summer known as Rushcliffe Oaks, reflecting the connection back to nature and wildlife and Rushcliffe Borough Council’s commitment to improving the biodiversity of the site.The modern contemporary … [Read more...]
Winners announced for the #LoveClifton Award
Two winners of the #LoveClifton Award have been announced by local Councillors after receiving many lovely nominations.Councillor Maria Watson said, “In May, Clifton East Cllrs Kevin Clarke, myself (Cllr Maria Watson) and Cllr Kirsty Jones created a #LoveClifton award to say thank you to local … [Read more...]
New stores open in Victoria Centre
Victoria Centre, one of the UK’s most popular retail destinations, owned by property company SGS, is pleased to announce a string of leasing deals and new arrivals.Seven new brands are set to welcome customers at the Nottingham shopping destination over the coming months.John Lewis & … [Read more...]
New Mother and Daughter Venture a Thing of Beauty For Notts Duo
A Nottinghamshire mother and daughter team have fulfilled a lifetime dream by opening a beauty salon together, after the pandemic encouraged her to take the plunge.Beauty Therapist, Nikki Knight (37) found herself without steady work when lockdown first hit in March 2020, and considered a … [Read more...]
Homebuilder’s donation to Nottingham charity helps tackle loneliness
Ahead of Loneliness Awareness Week (14th – 18th June), Barratt and David Wilson Homes has donated £1,000 to Nottingham-based charity The Wolfpack Project, which aims to support young people experiencing loneliness.The donation from the housebuilder has arrived at a fundamental time as the … [Read more...]