After struggling with her health for 15 years, 61-year-old Trisha Green has been able to transform her life with the help of Housing 21’s Seagrave Court, an independent living scheme where people receive care in their own apartments, in Strelley, Nottingham. She’s now found independence… and … [Read more...]
A message from the Nottinghamshire Alzheimer’s Society
Alzheimer’s Society is the UK’s leading dementia charity, working tirelessly to challenge perceptions, to fund research, as well as to improve and provide care and support. There are 850,000 people with dementia – set to double in the next two decades. Too many are facing dementia alone without … [Read more...]
City centre games bar reflect on reopening following lockdown
Nottingham’s answer to games, booze and neon coolness chat with the Local News about re-opening after lockdown. Roxy Ballrooms on Thurland Street has become a firm staple in Nottingham’s fabulous restaurant and nightlife range. The Nottingham branch first opened its doors … [Read more...]
Birds brings back gamily favourites for doughnut week
Family-run Birds Bakery is hosting its very own Doughnut Week and bringing back two much-loved treats, following the cancellation of the national week earlier this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. To celebrate Doughnut Week, … [Read more...]
City centre pub restaurant to become gym
A former Harvester pub in Nottingham is set to be turned into a gym Harvester located near Castle Marina, Nottingham, closed its doors on 30th July last year. The building has remained empty ever since. The unit was closed by the restaurant chain "after careful consideration" … [Read more...]
Helping Nottinghamshire get back to school and back on the move
Nottinghamshire County Council has been working with schools to support them as they reopen for the autumn term, as well as helping our transport network respond to the impact of COVID-19. All 337 schools across the county have now reopened, with appropriate measures in place, following national … [Read more...]
Nottinghamshire developer donates £1,000 to street kitchen for homeless and vulnerable
Leading developer Barratt and David Wilson Homes North Midlands has contributed £1,000 to Tracy’s Street Kitchen, a charity supporting homeless and vulnerable people in Nottingham. Tracy Dickinson serving food in Trinity Square alongside the volunteers of Tracy's Street Kitchen The charity … [Read more...]
Nottingham tech business donates £1000 of food to local homeless shelter
Independent charity Emmanuel House Support Centre in Hockley has received £1,100 worth of provisions for its Nottingham Night Shelter thanks to a recent donation from Nottingham-based education platform THRIVE Learning. Having seen the charity’s donation drive on Facebook, THRIVE … [Read more...]
Notts ‘wheelie’ getting into cycling during lockdown
On 3rd September, the County Council’s Communities and Place Committee met to discuss recent funding updates from the Government along with its plans and priorities for cycling in Nottinghamshire. Councillor John Cottee, Communities and Place Chairman for Nottinghamshire County Council said: … [Read more...]
Plans unveiled for improvement works at Carlton Square
Plans to improve Carlton Square have been finalised following consultation with local residents, businesses and the shopping precinct owners. Working in partnership with the owners of the shopping centre, there will be a number of improvements made including to the car park and to the … [Read more...]