The Beeston Methodist Carol Choir will be singing again this year, raising money for a local charity called the Beeston Methodist Benevolent Society, which helps the local poor and needy. Although some gifts are still made to individuals, most of the money is donated to established … [Read more...]
Local schoolchildren helping make Beeston a cleaner and greener place
Schoolchildren from Beeston Fields Primary School have helped make Broxtowe a cleaner and greener place as they joined in with a special litter-picking and tree planting event in Beeston. The children joined the Mayor and Mayoress of Broxtowe in planting bulbs alongside officers, … [Read more...]
Beeston’s William elected as Broxtowe’s new youth mayor
A 14-year-old from Beeston has been elected as Broxtowe’s new youth mayor. William Mee, who attends Alderman White School in Bramcote, was voted in at a recent meeting of Broxtowe Youth Voice. He becomes youth mayor following a year as deputy youth mayor, … [Read more...]
Local Guiding volunteers are honoured at special tea party
The exceptional achievements and commitment of local volunteers were honoured at a tea party given by Girlguiding Nottinghamshire. From the Attenborough & Toton Division, Irene Whitehead and Jean Reid were each presented with the Nottinghamshire Star in recognition of their … [Read more...]
Beeston-based J Tomlinson appointed to build seven-storey hotel in Sheffield
A construction contract to build a new £6 million seven-storey Ibis hotel in Sheffield has been awarded to Beeston-based J Tomlinson. The 126-bedroomed hotel will be beside Velocity Tower on an existing podium that was originally planned for the tower’s second phase. J Tomlinson CEO, Mark … [Read more...]
Bramcote’s Geoff receives Treetops Hospice Care long-service award
Treetops Hospice Care presented 14 volunteers and four members of staff with long-service awards whose contribution to the charity totals 340 years, including Bramcote’s Geoff Saville. Treetops provide nursing care and emotional support for adults with life-limiting conditions living in … [Read more...]
Chilwell’s Luke recognised at prestigious youth awards
Young people who have overcome severe health challenges, supported others and achieved great things - including Chilwell’s Luke Titterton - are being recognised at a prestigious youth awards evening. Broxtowe winner Luke has battled health conditions from birth, but he has always been … [Read more...]
Beeston icons given lasting tribute in town centre
Three icons of Beeston have been given a lasting tribute in the town centre as part of the Beeston Street Art Festival. The late actor Richard Beckinsale, the late singer/songwriter Edwin Starr and fashion designer Sir Paul Smith are being spray-painted by international street artist Zabou to … [Read more...]
Major improvements unveiled at Leyton Crescent park
Local children were the first to try out the refurbished play area at Leyton Crescent when it was officially unveiled this week. Mayor of the Borough of Broxtowe councillor Derek Burnett joined children from Beeston Rylands Youth Club and other guests at the official opening … [Read more...]
A force to be reckoned with… branches arrange third charity dinner
Five building society branches have joined forces to create the perfect recipe to add to thousands of pounds donated to charity over the last couple of years. Following two charity dinners raising a total of nearly £5,500 for Forces in the Community, Framework and SportsAid, The … [Read more...]
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