It’s seen royal tours, the Olympic torch, survived great floods, and one great frost. This week marks an impressive 150 years since Nottingham’s iconic Trent Bridge was completed. On 25 July 1871, the bridge opened to the public after three years of construction. In all the time since, the … [Read more...]
Inspirational 6-year-old is fundraising to help save Earth’s rainforests
During lockdown, 6-year-old Aleesha began writing letters and emails to companies and politicians to find out what they are doing to help save rainforests. Aleesha, who is in year 1 at Hollygirt School, first became inspired to help the planet whilst taking part in a school project. She learnt … [Read more...]
City Council forges ahead with Victoria Embankment improvements plan
Nottingham City Council is ready to embark on the next stage of developing the Victoria Embankment Memorial Gardens, having received approval from the Executive Board to submit a bid to the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) on 25 August. An announcement on the outcome of the bid is expected … [Read more...]
Care Workers “Go The Extra Mile” for charity
Employees at Nottinghamshire-based care group Church Farm Care have raised more than £2,000 for Alzheimer’s UK after walking the equivalent of more than five marathons across two weekends. Organised by house leader Nikki Foster, 45 members of the team at the group’s Skylarks home spent two … [Read more...]
Wilford man runs virtual marathon for charity despite covid damaged lung
A man who suffered severe, lasting, lung damage through Covid is to run his first ever marathon in memory of his mum who received care from the hospice at the end of her life. Bryan Hucknall, 48, signed up to the challenge to support Nottinghamshire Hospice’s birthday appeal, launched this … [Read more...]
Plans for an Aldi store in West Bridgford announced
New plans are being brought forward for a new Aldi store on land between the Wilford Lane Tram Stop and The Becket Way, north of Wilford Lane. The multi-million-pound investment would see Aldi open a modern spacious store, create around 40 new full and part time jobs, bring a site that is … [Read more...]
Great results for Becket Rowing Club team at Junior Sculling Regatta
Well planned racing brings a solid result for Becket Rowing Club team at Junior Sculling Regatta, Dorney Lake, Eton, 31st May, 2021. Team get a Silver and a Bronze in the face of tough competition from schools and clubs UK-wide. J16 Single Sculls: Silver Medal for James Edgar and 11th placing … [Read more...]
West Bridgford History Society share memories on The Rectory
Local organisation, The West Bridgford & District Local History Society, reminisce about The Rectory during years gone by: Local history is fascinating. To understand the history of your local area gives a much more informed appreciation of the reasons for how a locality appears today. The … [Read more...]
Izzy walks 268 miles in support of Mental Health Charities
On 31 May, 18-year-old Izzy from West Bridgford, set off on an epic challenge to raise money for two mental health charities. The Pennine Way is a hiking route from the heart of Derbyshire, Edale to Kirk Yetholm in the Scottish Borders. Izzy walked this 268 mile route solo, carrying her own … [Read more...]
Saks West Bridgford nominated for prestigious hairdressing and beauty award 2021
Michelle Shergill and Saks Team from Saks Hair & Beauty in West Bridgford has been shortlisted for the prestigious Franchisee of the Year title, at HJ’s British Hairdressing Business Awards 2021, Employer of the Year, at Professional Beauty Awards and Salon Team of the Year, at Salon Business … [Read more...]
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