On Thursday 14 September, the Friends of Sharphill Wood welcomed a group of 12 staff from the local office of multinational software company IFS for a volunteering session in the wood. The early rain eased off as half of the group set to clearing brambles and nettles from a section of the central … [Read more...]
Christmas Shoebox Appeal 2023
Did you know that the name ‘Boxing Day’ is believed to originate from the fact that boxes of collections that had been made for the poor were distributed and opened on the day after Christmas? Many people still see Christmas as a time for giving. Charities often ask for donations of shoeboxes, … [Read more...]
Helix House Orthodontics scoops top prize at ‘Dental Oscars’
Helix House Orthodontics in West Bridgford are celebrating after winning a prestigious award at the recent Clinical Dentistry Awards held in London. The practice fought off a number of other practices to win the ‘Best Orthodontic Practice - North’ category. The awards are one of the biggest … [Read more...]
New Interpretational Displays at The Hook Local Nature Reserve
Three new interpretational boards have recently been installed on The Hook Nature Reserve in Lady Bay. These are at the entrances next to Melbourne Road, Mona Road and Holme Grove, providing a plan of the site together with information on its history and examples of the varied plants and wildlife … [Read more...]
The ‘Grand Switch On’ for Gamston Christmas Lights announced
It’s that time of year again when Gamston resident David Carter will be lighting up his home with a fantastic Christmas Display to raise money for charity. For the past 11 years David has put on a mesmerizing festive Christmas display outside his home to raise money for charity. This will be the … [Read more...]
West Bridgford’s Christmas Lights Switch On returns on Saturday November 18 with Our Dementia Choir
West Bridgford’s free Christmas Lights Switch On returns on Saturday November 18 from 10am until 5pm for a fun packed festive day with music and entertainment including a special performance from Nottingham’s Our Dementia Choir. The event sponsored by The National Ice Centre will take place on … [Read more...]
Young climate activist honoured with British Citizen Youth Award
On Thursday 12th October at a ceremony in Westminster, eight-year-old, Aleesha Gadhia from West Bridgford received the prestigious British Citizen Youth Award in recognition of her extraordinary endeavours. Aleesha is a climate activist and a mini-ambassador for ‘Cool Earth’, a UK-based … [Read more...]
School makes a difference and gains Green Flag with distinction
South Wilford Endowed Church of England Primary School were recently awarded the Green Flag award after working tirelessly and passionately over the last year. Not only did the school receive the award, they also did so with honours receiving a Distinction grade. The Eco-Schools programme … [Read more...]
Samit Patel to depart Notts after two illustrious decades
Legendary all-rounder Samit Patel has announced the end of his 22-year professional association with Nottinghamshire. Patel, who began his journey with the Green and Golds as a 14-year-old before a senior debut two years later, will conclude his time at Trent Bridge with over 700 wickets and … [Read more...]
Local author publishes new book – ‘Noises After Dark’
Dr John Tomlinson is a local retired doctor living locally in Nottingham. Recently, John published his book 'Noises After Dark' about his time as a doctor with Save the Children Fund in Somalia. John explains: "I wanted to tell my story and in the process raise money for charity. The majority of … [Read more...]
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