In April 2024, James Kerry and his family’s lives were turned upside down when they found out that James had a malignant brain tumour. Over the following months, James had four operations and intensive Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy which left the 8-year-old unable to walk. Whilst still having … [Read more...]
Tram driver heading to Beeston to support church
Nottingham tram driver and classical pianist Reuben Lee is taking part in a special fundraising concert at Beeston Methodist Church on Saturday 17 May. Reuben, who lives in Lenton, smiles when friends joke that he’s leading a double life in following his twin passions. While tram driving meets … [Read more...]
Tesco Toton helping in the local community
In July 2024, Claire Vardy became Tesco Toton’s community champion, linking one of your local Tesco stores to the community it serves. In this time, her role has evolved, and it is plain to see that Claire cares passionately about her community and the role that Tesco can play in supporting … [Read more...]
Baby loss charity smashes £50,000 fundraising target
The transformation of the garden, clinical and non-clinical areas of Ward A23 at Queen’s Medical Centre (QMC) Nottingham has begun, thanks to a £50,000 donation by local baby loss charity Forever Stars. Last year, the charity dedicated its fundraising to the ambitious Ward A23 project, spearheaded … [Read more...]
The Studio enjoy their annual Christmas Party
Beeston Community Police Officers Natasha and Chris were more-than welcome guests at The Dementia Studio’s Christmas Party. They brought 14 boxes of sandwiches for the lunch buffet, which Chris had offered to transport after meeting Administrator Fran Jefferies in the queue at Greggs. The … [Read more...]
Michael Jackson taking cycling challenge to the USA!
Michael Jackson is a 66 year old from Beeston Rylands. In his lifetime, Michael has had a stroke and four heart procedures. Since retiring he's increased the amount of cycling he does, aiming to ride three times a week. In the summer of 2022 he cycled from Beeston to Dover and then from Calais to … [Read more...]
Christmas tree recycling scheme raises thousands
A Christmas tree recycling scheme has raised over £24,000 for local end-of-life charity, Treetops Hospice. Over three days, a team of volunteers braved the icy conditions to collect almost 1,300 trees from households across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire in the annual Treetops Treecycling … [Read more...]
Rebecca Adlington Backs Plans for New Leisure Centre
Broxtowe Borough Council have launched their exciting plans to replace its ageing leisure centre in Bramcote, backed by Rebecca Adlington Olympic swimmer who came to visit the site on Wednesday 4 December. Broxtowe Councillors, LLeisure employees and consultants toured the current facilities and … [Read more...]
Lifts installed at Beeston Station
Friends of Beeston Station are delighted to announce that there are now lifts at Beeston Station. This comes after nearly 8 years of quietly working behind the scenes. The contractors hired to build the lifts on behalf of Network Rail, completed their construction work just before … [Read more...]
Pupils welcome book donation to help inspire the love of reading
Pupils at a Primary School in Beeston are exploring a host of new stories this half term following a donation from nearby housing association Platform Home Ownership. Made during Children’s Book Week, the donation will help support pupils of varying ages with their topics for this academic year, … [Read more...]
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