Nottingham City Transport (NCT) will take over from Central Connect East Midlands as the operator of service 90 between Nottingham, Bingham, Farndon, Newark, Balderton and Fernwood from 1st February 2026. Pathfinder 90 will maintain a seven day a week service across the core route, running hourly … [Read more...]
Beeston Bee Trail takes flight!
The Civic Society is buzzing to launch the Beeston Bee Trail in partnership with Broxtowe Borough Council – an interactive experience celebrating bees, biodiversity, and Beeston’s unique community spirit, thanks to a grant from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). Have been launched on Saturday … [Read more...]
J9: NCHA opens its doors to safety and support
People affected by domestic abuse can now find confidential help and guidance at NCHA’s Clifton office – an officially recognised J9 safe space. Anyone in need of advice is welcome to visit the site and ask for support at the main reception. Trained staff will offer a private, designated room … [Read more...]
Hurley’s celebrate being finalists for third year running!
On Thursday, 13 November, Hurley's Grooming Salon | Training Academy were once again finalists at the Pet Industry Federation (PIF) Awards, held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Stoke-on-Trent. This marks the third PIF Awards the business has attended, having previously been finalists in 2023 … [Read more...]
East Leake WI feel the heat!
The speaker at the East Leake WI November meeting was Helen Cox, who gave a talk and video demonstration on the ‘Art of Pyrography’. This is a technique using heat to create designs on wood. Helen explained that her background is in science and would not class herself as an artist. When the Covid … [Read more...]
Home baking business brings community together
A resident at David Wilson Homes’ The Skylarks development in East Leake has turned her passion for baking into a small business that’s bringing smiles across the community. Lianne Pople (39), alongside her partner Aaron Dawson (38), have set up The Little Bakehouse from their rented four bedroom … [Read more...]
WBOS celebrate their 80th musical production with Kiss Me, Kate
West Bridgford Operatic Society (WBOS) celebrate their 80th musical production by returning to The Squire Performing Arts Theatre from 17-21 February 2026 with the beloved musical Kiss Me, Kate. Rehearsals are well under way and the cast and creative team are very excited to be performing another … [Read more...]
Trent Bridge Head Groundsman Steve Birks to retire
Nottinghamshire's long-serving Head Groundsman, Steve Birks, is to retire in January following a 28-year career at Trent Bridge. Having joined the club from Derbyshire in 1997, Birks has been consistently recognised as among the finest groundsmen in the game. His accolades include multiple … [Read more...]
Prickly patients receive cash boost from global packaging firm
A local charity dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating hedgehogs has received a welcome boost thanks to a £1,000 donation from global packaging firm, The Wilkins Group. The Beeston-based charity called Hedgepigs, founded by Deborah Brown in 2018, has used the funds to purchase an ultrasound … [Read more...]
Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance plans for new local base
The Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance (LNAA) Charity has submitted a planning application for a site in Edwalton, Nottingham. Located just south of the A52/A606 roundabout at Edwalton, the site has been pledged as a gift to the charity by local benefactor Mr. Brian Wells, subject to securing … [Read more...]