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Glennis Goodwin publishes her first book ‘The Eighth Deity’ 

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The myths and stories of Ancient Egypt have always fascinated Calverton based first time author Glennis Goodwin, and holidays and travels down the Nile to Luxor and Karnak only added to her interest.   Over the years she always had it in the back of her mind to write a book concerning the … [Read more...]

New Facilities at William Lee Memorial Park 

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Two new climbing nets have been installed at William Lee Park in Calverton.  One is for younger visitors and the other for teens and are located next to the recently installed adult and childrens’ picnic tables and benches.  The zip wire seat has finally been replaced after a long issue with … [Read more...]

When life gives you pumpkins: Festive prank carved into community meals

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Nottinghamshire gastropub, The Old Vol, was recently involved in a bizarre festive prank when an individual, believed to be an ex-employee, sent them 13 pumpkins funded by their supplier account.   Perfect decorations, you might think, for the upcoming Halloween season. But, instead of using … [Read more...]

Local businesses raise over £8,000 for Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir

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Members of the East Midlands business community came together at the annual CAPs (construction and property) charity golf day at Springwater Golf Club in Calverton, raising £8,500 for Our Dementia Choir. 88 players from local businesses were in attendance, across 22 teams, who played the course as … [Read more...]

Proclamation in Burton Joyce  

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Following the proclamation of HRH King Charles III at the historic ceremony at St James’s Palace on Saturday 10th September, Burton Joyce Parish Council was honoured to take part in the wave of further proclamations across the country on Sunday 11th September.  The reading was delivered by Cllr … [Read more...]

Local illustrator wins 2022 Klaus Flugge Prize

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Joseph Namara Hollis has won the 2022 Klaus Flugge Prize for the most exciting and promising newcomer to children’s picture book illustration. Joseph, who was born and recently moved back to Burton Joyce with his family, won for his book Pierre’s New Hair (Tate Publishing) about a bear obsessed … [Read more...]

Local care home raises more than £500 from summer fayre

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A Calverton based care home raised more than £500 from their summer fayre. MHA The Herons invited family and friends as well as members of the local community to the fayre. The day was packed full of activities to keep all guests entertained and there was also some live entertainment in the form … [Read more...]

To North Africa, up Mount Toubkal and back in 4 days!

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Six Firefighters from across Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service will be climbing Mount Toubkal in September to raise much needed funds for a charity close to their hearts. Located in the Atlas Mountains, Mount Toubkal is the highest peak in North Africa; standing at 4,167m tall. The girls … [Read more...]