The myths and stories of Ancient Egypt have always fascinated Calverton based first time author Glennis Goodwin, and holidays and travels down the Nile to Luxor and Karnak only added to her interest. Over the years she always had it in the back of her mind to write a book concerning the … [Read more...]
New Facilities at William Lee Memorial Park
Two new climbing nets have been installed at William Lee Park in Calverton. One is for younger visitors and the other for teens and are located next to the recently installed adult and childrens’ picnic tables and benches. The zip wire seat has finally been replaced after a long issue with … [Read more...]
When life gives you pumpkins: Festive prank carved into community meals
Nottinghamshire gastropub, The Old Vol, was recently involved in a bizarre festive prank when an individual, believed to be an ex-employee, sent them 13 pumpkins funded by their supplier account. Perfect decorations, you might think, for the upcoming Halloween season. But, instead of using … [Read more...]
Local businesses raise over £8,000 for Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir
Members of the East Midlands business community came together at the annual CAPs (construction and property) charity golf day at Springwater Golf Club in Calverton, raising £8,500 for Our Dementia Choir. 88 players from local businesses were in attendance, across 22 teams, who played the course as … [Read more...]
Local care home raises more than £500 from summer fayre
A Calverton based care home raised more than £500 from their summer fayre. MHA The Herons invited family and friends as well as members of the local community to the fayre. The day was packed full of activities to keep all guests entertained and there was also some live entertainment in the form … [Read more...]
‘It’s great to be back!’
After a break of three years and for what seems like a lifetime, the Calverton 2022 VGT got under way on Sunday 17th July and it was great to be back! The VGT Team would like to give a very big thank you to all our Sponsors and Supporters for the help and support which they have freely … [Read more...]
Joshua nominated for BBC Make a Difference Award
Joshua Partridge from Calverton, has been raising money for the RBLI and awareness for around 6,000 homeless veterans in the UK. In March, we reported on Joshua starting this years ‘Great Tommy Sleepout’ and his incredible commitment, where he was looking to improve on his achievements in 2021, by … [Read more...]
Children’s wildlife artwork displayed at Calverton housing development
School children in Calverton have expressed their wildlife-themed artistic flair, supporting a new housing development in the village. More than 350 children at Manor Park Infant and Nursery School and Sir John Sherbrooke Junior School created works of art to reflect the road names at the new … [Read more...]
EMR rebuffs Bleasby campaign for a better train service
For years, Bleasby residents have patiently waited at the level crossing adjacent to their home station, only to watch most trains to Nottingham, Newark and Lincoln go straight past without a scheduled stop. According to a recent survey completed by over half of Bleasby households, the limited … [Read more...]
Local Sailing Club member wins national photo competition
A member of Notts County Sailing Club has won a Midlands photography competition celebrating time on the water following the challenges of the pandemic. RYA (Royal Yachting Association) Midlands is pleased to announce that the overall winner of its ‘Photo February’ competition is David Eberlin with … [Read more...]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- …
- 8
- Next Page »