Nottinghamshire residents are being encouraged to play their part in helping to record the names of those from the county who died during the Second World War. The Nottinghamshire Great War Roll of Honour, which was launched in 2011 and funded by Nottinghamshire County Council, lists the names of … [Read more...]
Costock C of E Primary School recycle old uniform to charity
Following a consultation with pupils, parents, and staff, Costock C of E Primary School have been transitioning their uniform from royal blue sweatshirts and cardigans to navy and updating their logo to incorporate their core STAR ethos of ‘Where every child is a star’. As part of this transition … [Read more...]
Land sale unlocks new school development and housing scheme
A landmark transaction in Bramcote, has paved the way for the construction of a new modern, purpose built secondary school to be built nearby and the delivery of hundreds of new homes. The deal, which completed last week, has seen the sale of a 40 acre site at Coventry Lane, Bramcote to … [Read more...]
E.ON Next brings the Kids In Sport series to West Bridgford
E.ON Next hosted a day of inspiring educational workshops centred around a sporting theme for 62 primary school students at St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School. The day began with a welcome talk from Sky Sports presenter Scarlett Archer and Sports Media Trainer Amber Jones. The children then … [Read more...]
Grantham Canal Produce Fair
Volunteers from The Grantham Canal Society very much look forward to welcoming you to our Woolsthorpe depot, on Sunday 31st August, where we are holding our annual Produce Fair. If you tend to have a glut of garden produce around this time of year, why not bring it along to our Bring and Buy … [Read more...]
Retirement Village Lark Hill honoured VE day
Residents and non-residents attended the event with 100 joining the street party and 40 more attendees joining outside. The event highlight was performer Mandy Reilly who sang traditional 40s and 50s tunes and topped the performance off with songs by wartime legend Vera Lynn. Guests were treated … [Read more...]
Charity is making a difference to Kenyan children’s lives
Local charity Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust (KWEST) has shown its resilience over the past 12 months by creating new libraries and offering essential literacy support. The charity empowers countless children to explore new opportunities through reading. Local Nottinghamshire and … [Read more...]
Pupils artwork on display at Bingham Railway Station
Four lucky Robert Miles Junior School children have had their rail safety posters displayed at Bingham Railway Station. Back in February, the school ran a competition to design a rail safety poster and the brilliant entries from Camille, Hima, Hiu Ching and Daisy are now on display at the entrance … [Read more...]
Spotlight on Good Companions at the Parkgate Community Centre
Good Companions is a local charity which aims to support people from the Clifton, Wilford and Silverdale areas who are experiencing loneliness and social isolation. We run five friendship groups each week which offer refreshments and a chat, quizzes, a raffle, bingo and a range of other activities … [Read more...]
Nottinghamshire Hospice celebrates opening of Beeston shop
The community of Beeston came out in force on Thursday, as Nottinghamshire Hospice opened its ninth and newest shop in Beeston. Located on Villa Street opposite Sainsbury’s, the grand opening was a joyful celebration of community spirit and support for hospice care. As a crowd gathered, the ribbon … [Read more...]