Nottingham Council House was illuminated orange on Monday 21st September for World Alzheimer’s Day, in support of Alzheimer’s Research UK’s #ShareTheOrange campaign. The colour orange is used symbolically to represent how the damage to a brain with Alzheimer’s can leave it weighing about 140g … [Read more...]
Bonfire Night is cancelled for 2020 following Covid restrictions
Nottingham City Council has today announced the cancellation of its annual Bonfire Night and fireworks display. The popular annual event was due to be staged at its regular home of the Forest Recreation Ground on Thursday 5 November. It follows previous Covid-related event cancellations of … [Read more...]
Businesses and venues urged to create QR posters for ‘Test and Trace’
Businesses and venues in Nottinghamshire are being urged to ensure they remain Covid-compliant – and meet legal requirements - by creating a QR poster ahead of the launch of the NHS Covid-19 ‘Test and Trace’ app next week. The NHS Covid-19 app is due to launch on Thursday 24 September and will … [Read more...]
Nottingham mum to run virtual London Marathon for cancer charity 12 months after finishing treatment
Race day marks Susanna’s 18-year wedding anniversary A mother of two from Nottingham will be running the virtual London Marathon to help finish cancer, following her own recovery from the disease. Susanna Stephenson, who was diagnosed with breast cancer aged 41, has chosen to take on … [Read more...]
Meet, Greet and Eat project given funding by Reach Rushcliffe
A volunteer group that includes those with learning disabilities and additional needs is the latest group to receive funding from Reach Rushcliffe providing vital food packages for elderly residents and those at risk of social isolation and loneliness. The Meet, Greet and Eat project is … [Read more...]
Batman pays a visit to Gotham to surprise two lucky residents
Batman surprises two lucky Gotham residents with the ultimate toy bundle ahead of Batman Day Ahead of Batman Day on Saturday 19th September, multi-category children's entertainment company, Spin Master, headed to Gotham in Nottinghamshire with the Caped Crusader himself to surprise two … [Read more...]
County Council approves expansion of Toot Hill School
Nottinghamshire County Council has approved in principle the expansion of Toot Hill School, which would increase capacity at the school by 150 extra places. The Council’s Policy Committee gave the proposal the green light on 16 September, while also agreeing to fund feasibility studies and site … [Read more...]
Nottingham Beer & Cider Festival 2020 cancelled
It is with great sadness and disappointment that Nottingham CAMRA have been obliged to call time on this year’s annual Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival. Last week’s government announcement and the continuing uncertainty meant that trying to hold the festival was considered a risk too … [Read more...]
The Key Health Club’s Reopening gets a Thumbs up from Members!
The Key Health Club in Keyworth were delighted to reopen at the end of July after a 4 month closure due to lockdown rules. The team have implemented all the necessary government and industry guidelines to ensure the club remains safe but enjoyable for everyone with all the facilities (Gym, … [Read more...]
Community garden receives vital funds to further combat social isolation
A community project has received vital funding from Reach Rushcliffe to help develop a community garden to provide residents with access to green space, help them grow fruit and vegetables and learn more about horticulture. Cotgrave community garden is now cultivating the land adjacent to their … [Read more...]