Ellis Wood from East Leake has completed an incredible 75km on a virtual bicycle ride on Zwift to raise money for the NHS. The 10-year-old, who goes to school at Brookside Primary, decided that he wanted to do his bit to help out during these challenging times. His idea was to not only … [Read more...]
Neighbours celebrate VE Day metres apart during lockdown
On Friday 8thMay, the UK joined together to celebrate the 75thanniversary of VE Day amid the coronavirus pandemic. Millions of people throughout the country fell silent at 11am to remember those who served in World War II. This day marked 75 years since the formal acceptance by Britain and … [Read more...]
Social distancing street party at Care Home to celebrate VE Day
Residents of a local care home and their neighbours came together for a unique social distancing garden party to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) on 8 May 2020. Keen to mark the occasion despite the current lockdown and social distancing regulations, the … [Read more...]
City announces plans to mark VE Day 75 celebrations in lockdown
Nottingham’s Council House will be illuminated red, white and blue to mark the 75thanniversary of Victory In Europe (VE) Day this week. The milestone on Friday (8 May) was to be celebrated with a number of planned events taking place across the city, but the current lockdown measures have forced … [Read more...]
May Day Festival returns
The popular May Day Festival is returning to East Leake after a break of 4 years, and this one promises to be bigger and better than ever before. As many of you may already know, this year’s May Day Festival has been altered slightly from its traditional 1st Monday in May to Friday 8th May. This … [Read more...]