This year the annual firework display will be held on Saturday 9th November 2019 at Nottingham Moderns Rugby Ground, next to the Ferry Inn in Wilford Village. A tram stop overlooks the site. Always a fantastic display by Crescendo Fireworks, but not one but two displays. Stand by for ‘Rocket … [Read more...]
No Shave Movember
Celebrities celebrate the moustache in the name of men’s health Globally recognised stars have linked up with men’s health charity, Movember, to champion the moustache in all its glorious forms and encourage people to get involved in this year’s campaign. In true Movember fashion, the charity … [Read more...]
Eco-friendly wrapping paper
Last year it was estimated that 108 million rolls of Christmas paper were thrown out by Brits. Even the most well-intentioned of us may not be aware that most wrapping paper cannot be recycled, specifically paper that contains plastic, foil, dye, glitter or left-over sticky tape. … [Read more...]
The Grand’s Steve Parker “braves the shave” for Macmillan
Steve Parker from Bullwell in Nottingham, who is a kitchen porter at The Grand care centre in West Bridgford, has 'braved the shave' for leading cancer charity Macmillan. Steve who is a cancer survivor himself wanted to give something back to the charity for all the support that he … [Read more...]
App fighting food waste celebrates saving 1 million meals nationwide
Nottingham Restaurants and Retailers prevent 22,500 kg of CO2 emissions with app Too Good To Go. Food waste fighting app Too Good To Go has announced that it has saved 1 million meals in the UK since its launch in 2016, 9,006 of which were in Nottingham. By saving 9,006 meals, Too Good To Go … [Read more...]
Hey pumpkin, what now?
Transforming a pumpkin into a jack-o’-lantern is one of the highlights of Halloween. However, after the spooky holiday we need to figure out what to do with our little scary face creations. Pumpkins are actually really great for many reasons; in fact, they taste good and they’re super healthy! … [Read more...]
Remember, remember bonfire night but make sure it’s legal and safe
If you’re planning a bonfire for the forthcoming Guy Fawkes celebrations, either at home or a larger public event, make sure what you burn is both legal and safe, says the Environment Agency. Spare a thought too for the wildlife as hedgehogs, toads, frogs, lizards and snakes may have nestled … [Read more...]
Christmas lights switch on
Come along on 30th November! Below is the schedule for the fun filled day: 11am - 4pm: Craft fair at the East Leake Village Hall. 2:30pm- 3:15pm: The registration for the Santa Fun run at PhysioNeeds. 3:30pm: The Santa Fun Run begins. 4pm: The Village Centre festivities will begin - Charnwood … [Read more...]
Volunteers and partner agencies join to Love Cotgrave!
A dedicated autumn clear-up has taken place, with local councils and partner agencies joining residents and volunteers to ‘Love Cotgrave’ and help spruce up parts of the town. A team of over 50 helped make the streets sparkle in Ringleas, Rivermead and Lawrence Close cleaning over 30 street … [Read more...]
Local nature walks
As the season turns colder and the air turns crisper, transforming the landscape from all the orangey colours of autumn on the way into winter, you may feel obliged to spend more time cuddled up indoors with a cuppa tea. However, for those of you who enjoy a brisk nature walk and enjoy the … [Read more...]
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