Nottinghamshire volunteer choir Men United in Song has raised more than £55,000 for Prostate Cancer UK over the course of three sell-out concerts and a surprise flash mob performance. The choir, which came together in March as part of a national pop-up singing project, revealed the final total it … [Read more...]
Ten years of Esperanza at Rushcliffe Spencer Academy
Rushcliffe Spencer Academy has celebrated the 10th anniversary of its ‘Esperanza’ festival, raising money for the School of Hope in Jocotenango, Guatemala. Thanks to the fantastic effort of students, staff and our wider community, Rushcliffe has raised £3,900 this year, a new record! This brings the … [Read more...]
Ballet success for local dancers
Young dancers from the Sandra Taylor School of Dance (STSD) in West Bridgford have been flying high on their path to dance success. Several junior and advanced dancers recently successfully auditioned and performed in English Youth Ballet’s production of 'Giselle' at Nottingham Theatre … [Read more...]
Country Park receives 18th consecutive Green Flag Award!
Rushcliffe Country Park has received its 18th consecutive Green Flag Award, acknowledging the green space as one of the country’s best parks. The popular park has been named again among 2,227 other UK places that have received the award, which sets the benchmark standard for the management of … [Read more...]
Local parks standards fly high with Green Flag Awards
Five sites in Broxtowe proudly wave their Green Flag Awards, showcasing the high quality of the green spaces. Managed by Keep Britain Tidy under licence from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, the Green Flag Awards are the international mark of quality for parks and open … [Read more...]
Safe spaces for anyone seeking refuge now available
A project to enhance safety for those who may suffer from fear or vulnerability from others has now created safe spaces in retail and hospitality premises in West Bridgford for anyone seeking refuge. Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC), Nottinghamshire Police and West Bridgford Shop Watch are working … [Read more...]
It’s that time of year again!
August and September are – usually – the months when wasps buzz round our picnics and generally cause a nuisance. For those of us bothered by them, this year will come as something of a relief: because of a wet winter and spring numbers are much lower (a situation, worryingly, common to many … [Read more...]
Robert Miles Infant School pupils become litter heroes
Pupils at Robert Miles Infant School in Bingham have been making an impact on their local community following an assembly about becoming litter heroes rather than litter bugs. Members of the Streetwise team at Rushcliffe Borough Council came to speak with the youngsters at the school, which is … [Read more...]
Rushcliffe Borough Council earns White Ribbon Accreditation
Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) has achieved White Ribbon Accreditation and is committed to working towards eliminating attitudes and behaviours that can lead to violence against women and girls. The accreditation aligns with White Ribbon UK, the leading charity engaging men and boys to end … [Read more...]
Local artist paints Tollerton biplane
On Saturday 27th July, Nottingham City Airport at Tollerton celebrated the 95th Anniversary of the aerodrome being awarded its licence to operate in response to Sir Alan Cobham’s Municipal Aerodrome Campaign. At the time, Cobham, a well-known and forward-thinking aviation pioneer sought potential … [Read more...]
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