The Vale of Belvoir Rotary in conjunction with Rotary District 1220 have been working with two local charities, The Friary and Tara’s Angels who are involved in rehousing the homeless.It is worth noting that the situation regarding homelessness has changed dramatically since the beginning of … [Read more...]
April news from Plastic Free Cotgrave
Plastic Free Cotgrave is a local organisation consisting of a small group of volunteers dedicated to reducing single-use plastics in Cotgrave.In their first year, the group has:Set up a Steering group; secured the support of the Town Council; established an invaluable relationship with … [Read more...]
Salon owner and clients embark on 4,000-mile walking challenge
Helen Eveson, the owner of award-winning beauty salon in Keyworth, along with a team of salon clients, set out to walk thousands of miles to raise money for a Nottinghamshire charity.During the third national lockdown Helen, who is the owner of Bliss Beauty Therapy in Keyworth, began encouraging … [Read more...]
Growing up in Ruddington during World War II
Grow Old Disgracefully is a registered charity that has been running a national competition called the Over 90s Short Story Prize. The winners have now been announced and are shown on online at www.growolddisgracefully.co.uk. One entry was by Olive Mellors who now lives in Cotgrave, below her letter … [Read more...]
Rushcliffe Mayor takes on walking challenge for charity
The Mayor of Rushcliffe is taking part in a walking challenge to raise money for her three chosen charities.Cllr Sue Mallender is walking the Rushcliffe border, a 100km circular route around the Borough to raise funds for Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, Musicworks and Trent District Community … [Read more...]
New 40mph Speed Limit to be Introduced on A6006
A new 40mph speed limit is to be implemented on the A6006 in Rushcliffe after Nottinghamshire County Council’s Communities and Place Committee approved the plans.The new limit is set to come into place on the section of road near the Defence and National Rehabilitation Centre (DNRC) at Stanford … [Read more...]
Council to discontinue use of loud fireworks at events
Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Cabinet has agreed a recommendation to discontinue the use of loud fireworks at its events.It was decided at the authority’s Cabinet meeting on March 9 that all future events will look to replace the celebrations with quieter alternatives to protect pets and … [Read more...]
Partners for new Bingham Arena and Enterprise Centre announced
The partners for the creation of Bingham’s new greener and carbon efficient leisure centre and community hub have been announced.Leader of Rushcliffe Borough Council Cllr Simon Robinson said he was delighted to agree partnerships with Willmott Dixon as contractor and Henry Riley as external … [Read more...]
Cotgrave Candleby Lane School children return in style
Home learning pupils have returned to Cotgrave Candleby Lane School in style under an arch of balloons and with a special timetable to support their wellbeing and learning.Head Teacher Caroline Armstrong said it was great to have children back. “We wanted the first day back to be a celebration … [Read more...]
Reach Rushcliffe funding helps community group go digital
A community group in Bingham has received vital funding from Reach Rushcliffe to help expand their meetings and hold digital get-togethers to keep their members engaged.Bingham u3a has received funds to assist with their campaign against loneliness and social isolation that it has been … [Read more...]