Pupils and staff at a West Bridgford primary school were treated to free ice creams to celebrate the last day of term as part of a nearby housing association’s commitment to the local community. All 515 pupils and staff at Rosecliffe Spencer Academy in Edwalton enjoyed a cool treat throughout the afternoon after Platform Home Ownership arranged for an ice cream van to visit the school from … read more...
New mural transforms Lambley Lane Recreation Ground
Gedling Borough Council is delighted to unveil a new mural at Lambley Lane Recreation Ground, celebrating the site’s sporting heritage, local history and natural environment while helping to deter … read more...
Holy Trinity Church launches appeal for new heating system
Holy Trinity Church is appealing to the local community for help raising more than £60,000 to install a new environmentally friendly heating system, solar panels and loft insulation. The church’s heating … read more...
20 years of award-winning recognition for Bramcote Hills Park
Bramcote Hills Park has been awarded its 20th consecutive Green Flag Award, recognising its high standard of facilities. Within the last year, Bramcote Hills has seen a number of major projects begin and … read more...
Beautiful wildlife mural unveiled on new Waterside Bridge
An inspiring new wildlife themed mural has been unveiled on Waterside Bridge that recently opened over the River Trent as part of a collaborative project between Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) and Nottingham … read more...
Local swim club takes gold after five decades of teaching
Rushcliffe Swimming Club (RSC) has struck gold after celebrating its 50th year of teaching. Marking its Golden Jubilee with a community festival on Saturday 4th July attended by more than 200 club members, … read more...
Birthday challenge raises more than £2,000 for Charity
Brian Maddison celebrated his 80th birthday in memorable fashion by cycling 80 miles in aid of the charity Railway Children and so far, he has already raised more than £2,200, exceeding his original fundraising … read more...
MP celebrates homebuilder’s award winner in East Leake
MP James Naish recently visited David Wilson Homes’ The Skylarks development to meet Site Manager, Liam Hathaway, who has received national recognition for the quality of homes being built in the village. In … read more...
Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Streetwise team wins national award!
Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Streetwise team has scooped a national award and been named Best Council Services team at the prestigious MJ Awards! Mayor Cllr Richard Butler, Chief Executive Adam Hill, … read more...
Burton Joyce residents enjoy Picnic in the Park
Residents enjoyed an afternoon of music and community spirit at Burton Joyce Parish Council’s annual Picnic in the Park, held at The Grove. The event featured a lively performance by Burton Joyce Community … read more...
New Pizza Oven for Summerwood Community Gardens
A much-loved feature at Summerwood Lane Community Gardens is back in action after volunteers completed the construction of a brand-new clay pizza oven. Located within the Summerwood Lane Allotments, the … read more...
Vicky McClure choir treats cinemagoers to surprise performance
At the end of June, Nottingham cinemagoers were treated to a surprise performance from Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir at Showcase Cinema de Lux Nottingham. Performing inside one of the cinema screens, … read more...
Golden Anniversary Show raises £7,009.62 for Macmillan Cancer Support
50 years ago, after an advert in a local shop in 1976, Ann Marchant founded KSTD with a handful of pupils. The school now has 250 students, seven teachers, running over 40 weekly classes across 10 different … read more...
Buttercross Pre-School pupils far from stuck in the mud
Buttercross Pre-School in Bingham has set up a brand-new mud kitchen following support from its local community. David Wilson Homes donated £300 to Buttercross Pre-School to support its efforts to create an … read more...
Music Extravaganza Returns to East Leake Village Hall This July
Music lovers are in for a treat this summer as East Leake Village Hall hosts another fantastic Music Extravaganza on Saturday 25th July 2026. Featuring a variety of talented local musicians and singers, the … read more...
Local Hockey Club Celebrate Historic National Success
Boots Hockey Club’s Men’s Over 35 Squad made history beating Sittingbourne 1-0 to win the England Hockey Trophy at the National Hockey Club Championships this Early May Bank Holiday, claiming the club's first … read more...
Pierrepont Gamston Primary School Praised for Inclusive Ethos
Pierrepont Gamston Church of England Primary School is celebrating a highly positive SIAMS (Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools) report, with inspectors praising both its inclusive ethos and … read more...
Horticultural Society’s Summer Show returns for 133rd year
The popular Lowdham Summer Show returns on Monday 31 August, bringing an afternoon of family entertainment, competitions and community spirit to Lowdham Village Hall and Playing Fields (NG14 7BD). The show is … read more...
Rising star secures Nottingham Forest academy place
Staff and pupils at The Glapton Academy in Clifton are celebrating after eight-year-old Sonny achieved a major milestone by signing a contract with Nottingham Forest Football Club. Sonny, a Year 3 pupil who … read more...