Two West Bridgford girls who make facemasks for the community have returned due to popular demand. Loughborough University Textiles student Chloe and her sister Tilly began making facemasks in a variety of patterned fabrics to sell at a small charge during the beginning of lockdown. As … [Read more...]
Two young entrepreneurs launch mobile phone repair business
Two Nottingham teenage entrepreneurs, who spotted a gap in the market for mobile phone repairs, have set up their own company called 21st Century Repairs. Lamar Griffiths and Reece Walker aim to provide a quick and easy mobile repair service for people who need their mobile phone repaired with the … [Read more...]
Elton Campsite marks a big birthday – together but apart
Members of Girlguiding Nottinghamshire have come together – virtually – to mark the 90th birthday for one of its properties. Elton Campsite, close to Orston, was gifted to Girlguiding Nottinghamshire in 1930 by Col. G.N. Pearson. The sloping site covers approx. 11 acres of grass and woodland. … [Read more...]
Nottingham school creates rainbow walk spreading positivity in the area
Henry Whipple Primary School in Nottingham have come up with a colourful way to brighten up their school and spread positivity in the area ready for the start of the next school year. The school, located in the heart of Bestwood, came up with their new initiative during the Covid-19 … [Read more...]
Canal turn is the vibrant first phase of the Island Quarter
THE DEVELOPER behind The Island Quarter, one of the largest regeneration schemes in the UK, has unveiled the opening phase of the site – which shows the exciting beginnings of Nottingham’s new community. The plans for phase 1A of the £650m development called Canal Turn were revealed … [Read more...]
Nottingham volunteer group needs your help to continue producing facemasks and scrubs
25,000 essential items have been made and donated to the NHS & Keyworkers by Nottingham’s ‘For the Love of Scrubs’ volunteer group! The Nottingham chapter of the national ‘For the Love of Scrubs’ movement began 13 weeks ago. Originally being set up by three women who just wanted to help and … [Read more...]
Nottinghamshire-based pastry producer expands its commitment to reduce plastic waste
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE-BASED pastry producer Addo Food Group has expanded its pledge to reduce its environmental impact within its Riverside bakery factory by 2030. In partnership with the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, the chilled savoury pastry manufacturer, which has six sites … [Read more...]
A new chapter opens for the Framework Knitters’ Museum
The Framework Knitters, Museum in Ruddington, Nottingham is celebrating having been awarded £234,500 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund and £82,952 from FCC Communities Foundation for an exciting new project called, ‘A Right Good Yarn’. As the museum approaches its 50th anniversary, this … [Read more...]
M&S supports British Farming with Nottinghamshire cheese maker partnership
During challenging periods for the agricultural community, M&S is continuing to reinforce its commitment to British farming. One of the 10,000 British suppliers it’s shining a spotlight on this season is Cropwell Bishop-based cheese maker, Cropwell Bishop Creamery, which specialises in Stilton. … [Read more...]
Scam alert – Rise in courier fraud across the East Midlands
Nottinghamshire Police have warned of a rise in Courier Fraud across the region. Typically, these scams will begin with a telephone call from a scammer pretending to be from a UK police force / Scotland Yard. The scammer will usually then advise that your assistance is needed with an … [Read more...]
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