More than 2,500 people took part in LitFest’s First Chapters Trail last month (12 – 19 September 2020), which aimed to encourage local people to visit town centres across North Nottinghamshire and engage in socially distanced fun. Managed by Liz Carney-Marsh on behalf of Bassetlaw District … [Read more...]
There’s more to winter than just snow
Winter may bring snowflakes, ice and cold temperatures to mind, but flooding and storms are also conditions that council staff prepare for all year round. The 2019/20 winter season saw 69 outings for our 30-strong fleet of gritters, and preparations for potential adverse weather this year have … [Read more...]
Think you may have COVID-19? Information on the current mobile testing units in our area
With the current rise in Coronavirus cases across the county, a number of mobile testing units (MTUs) have been located across the area to improve testing facilities. If you think you may have symptoms such as a high temperature, a change to your sense of smell or taste or a new … [Read more...]
Businesses and venues urged to create QR posters for ‘Test and Trace’
Businesses and venues in Nottinghamshire are being urged to ensure they remain Covid-compliant – and meet legal requirements - by creating a QR poster ahead of the launch of the NHS Covid-19 ‘Test and Trace’ app next week. The NHS Covid-19 app is due to launch on Thursday 24 September and will … [Read more...]
Helping Nottinghamshire get back to school and back on the move
Nottinghamshire County Council has been working with schools to support them as they reopen for the autumn term, as well as helping our transport network respond to the impact of COVID-19. All 337 schools across the county have now reopened, with appropriate measures in place, following national … [Read more...]
Nottingham couple raffle gorgeous cottage at £2 per ticket
Jodie Paget and her husband are giving you the chance to win their beautiful cottage home in a raffle for just £2 per ticket. The couple’s detached cottage located in Ollerton consists of a lounge, dining room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, storage room, bathroom and a large garden. The drive also … [Read more...]
National charity Sewa Day wants to spread some joy for disadvantaged children in Nottingham
Sewa Day, a charity that promotes an act of kindness without expectation of return, is looking to distribute activity packs for upto 750 disadvantaged school children across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Many children are still in lockdown since March 2020 and have not been able to attend … [Read more...]
FREE 1st time central heating is available for Nottingham City & Nottinghamshire homes through the Warm Homes Hub
Nottingham Energy Partnership together with Age UK Nottingham & Nottinghamshire and Energy Company E.ON have joined forces to launch the £4.3m Warm Homes Hub. Supported by Nottingham City Council and Nottinghamshire County Council, the Hub is not only connecting Nottinghamshire homes to … [Read more...]
Aldi launches limited edition baby range in Nottinghamshire stores
Aldi is launching its Baby Event in stores across Nottinghamshire, which will see the supermarket roll out a range of great value baby products as part of its Specialbuy range. Available in store from 18th June, local parents will be able to grab a bargain on a host of family essentials, … [Read more...]
The Local News launches online produce marketplace
The Local News has launched a new website www.localto.co.uk to support local retailers and suppliers through this difficult time. ‘LOCAL to YOU’ has been set up for local businesses to list their products for sale, that are then available for delivery across … [Read more...]