An 88-year-old former RAF motor mechanic (MT mech) jumped from 15,000 feet in a tandem skydive, raising hundreds for the RAF Association. Roger Allton, from Radcliffe-on-Trent, jumped at Skydive Hibaldstow in Lincolnshire on 10 September as part of RAFA Jumps. He was due to jump in May, but … [Read more...]
Michael Reed sponsors local youth football team
Michael Reed, a renowned Chartered Financial Planner, has generously sponsored the Under 7s team of East Leake Football Club. Before establishing himself as a trusted financial advisor, Michael was a professional cricketer for the Glamorgan County Cricket Club. His experiences in the volatile … [Read more...]
Prizewinning mural unveiled at new Clifton apartments
A mural designed by local schoolchildren was unveiled on Monday 9 October at the Kieron Hill Court apartments in Clifton. The mural, which runs along the rear of the apartment block, was designed by students from the Farnborough Spencer Academy as part of a Nottingham City Council competition to … [Read more...]
Construction starts on new £100k play area at Lambley Lane
Swings, slides and zip lines are just some of the new facilities coming to Lambley Lane Recreation Ground as part of a £100k refurbishment at the site. Construction of the new play area started on Wednesday 20 September and is expected to take around six weeks to complete. The existing play area … [Read more...]
Homebuilder backs Domestic Abuse Charity with £1,500 donation
Barratt and David Wilson Homes has donated £1,500 to a charity providing support for women experiencing domestic abuse in the borough of Broxtowe. A contribution to Broxtowe Women’s Project was made to support the charity’s bespoke services and raising awareness within the local community, helping … [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...]
Mickey and co put children’s charity in the frame
VISITORS to a Nottingham opticians were greeted by a range of children’s characters on Saturday (21 October) to raise awareness for a local children’s charity appeal. Tigger, Goofy, Belle and Rapunzel alongside Mickey, Minnie and Anna were all on hand to assist customers at Specsavers on Wheeler … [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...]
East Leake WI enjoy an action packed summer!
East Leake WI have had a busy summer and come rain or shine our events and activities during June, July and August have been well attended and a good time has been had by all. At our June monthly meeting we warmly welcomed back Geoff Harris who thoroughly entertained us with his talk on “Folklore, … [Read more...]
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