Radcliffe Olympic FC has become the first football club in Nottingham to introduce in-house cardiac screening for its players, giving young grassroots footballers access to ECG testing at their own club. The initiative, delivered in partnership with Cardio Logic, got underway on Tuesday 25 … [Read more...]
Homebuilder backs local teenage cricketers to league glory
Radcliffe on Trent Cricket Club, which has been part of its village since the late 18th century, secured league success for its under-13s team, backed by Midlands homebuilder Spitfire Homes. The teenagers roared to success, winning the Nottingham Junior Cricket City/South A title. A four-figure … [Read more...]
Local school receives mental health book donation from developer
A school in East Leake has received a donation of mental health-themed books from local housebuilder David Wilson Homes. The donation, which was gifted to Millside Spencer Academy located near the housebuilder’s The Skylarks development in the village, consists of a collection of books … [Read more...]
Work starts on new clubhouse extension at Edwalton Golf Centre
Work is now underway on a £290,000 Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) investment to extend the clubhouse at Edwalton Golf Centre, providing a new multi-functional space that will support a variety of community activities. The latest investment builds on £250,000 previously invested by RBC in the … [Read more...]
A warm welcome this Autumn at the Core Centre in Calverton
As the days begin to get shorter and there’s a definite chill in the air, autumn is drawing in, but there’s still plenty of warmth, friendship and activity to be found at The Core Centre in Calverton. The doors are open Monday to Thursday from 9am until 3.45pm. Whether looking to try something … [Read more...]
Clifton siblings share £375,000 Postcode Lottery windfall
A Clifton brother and sister are celebrating a combined £375,000 Postcode Lottery windfall after seven neighbours shared a £1 million prize on their street. Gary Hook, 67, and sister Beverley Bell, 60, were among the residents whose postcode, was selected for the Millionaire Street prize on … [Read more...]
Mother and son taken on 200-mile challenge for Breast Cancer UK
A mum and her six-year-old son have raised more than £1,450 for Breast Cancer UK after completing a 200-mile fundraising challenge in memory of their beloved mum and nana, who recently lost her life to breast cancer. Throughout the school summer holidays, Jade Conway and her son Archie, six, took … [Read more...]
Youngsters stepping up to help the city’s homeless
Young people dedicated to helping Nottingham's homeless received heartfelt appreciation from a former rough sleeper, speaking at Framework’s Young Supporters Awards. Guest speaker Adam Pagett shared his experiences of homelessness and the role Framework played in helping him rebuild his … [Read more...]
East Leake Allotment Association Enjoys Successful Annual BBQ
Members of East Leake Allotment Association gathered on Saturday 15th August for their annual summer BBQ, enjoying an afternoon of good food, friendship and community spirit. Plot holders and their families were treated to a selection of burgers, hot dogs and vegetarian options, with plenty of … [Read more...]
RVCP funding supports new staff uniforms
Ruddington Village Community Partnership (RVCP) has donated more than £1,400 to St Peter’s CofE Junior School to fund new staff uniforms, helping to boost staff wellbeing, team identity and morale. Inspired by similar initiatives at other local schools, St Peter’s has purchased branded hoodies … [Read more...]