Police say they have stepped up patrols in Arnold following a ‘firearms discharge’ over the weekend.
A man is believed to have fired a shotgun toward the driver of a vehicle in Roundwood Road, at 11.45am on Saturday (8) 2019.
There was no apparent damage or injuries as a result of the incident.
The scene has been forensically examined and officers have carried out house-to-house enquires and viewed CCTV footage in the area as enquiries continue to establish the circumstances.
Detective Inspector Steve Wragg, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “Clearly this has been a distressing incident for people in the area as it is very unusual in this neighbourhood but we have increased patrols and a team of detectives is working hard to identify those involved and locate the firearm used.
“The incident is thought to have been targeted and we are keeping an open mind about whether it is linked to a recent series of firearms incidents in the city area.
“We are following up a number of lines of enquiry but I would urge anyone with information about the incident to contact us on 101 quoting incident 320 of 8 June 2019, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
The sculptures are part of a new nature trail which was opened to the public last summer.
The wooden artwork was funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) and Co-op Gedling’s community fund along with a donation from Cllr Michael Payne’s funding pot.
An opticians in Arnold is urging people to get their eyes checked regularly to help detect the early signs of diabetes – a condition that can cause severe damage to the body if left untreated.
Experts at Specsavers on Front Street say those suffering with diabetes are up to 20 times more likely to lose their sight than those without the condition. However, only one in five adults are aware that their optician can detect the signs.
That is why, this Diabetes Awareness Week (June 10-16), Specsavers in Arnold is highlighting the importance of having regular eye tests.
Vineet Nehra, store director from Specsavers in Arnold, said: ‘An estimated 1 million people in the UK are living with diabetes without even realising it – meaning they’re at huge risk of developing serious eye health complications and even sight loss.
‘Diabetes is one of the fastest growing
health conditions today – fuelled by record levels of obesity, excessive sugar
consumption and sedentary lifestyles. If we continue to turn a blind eye to the
risk of developing Type 2 diabetes as a result, we can only expect to see the
number of undiagnosed cases escalate.’
A complication of diabetes is diabetic
retinopathy where high blood sugar levels can damage the blood vessels in the
back of the eye. If left untreated it can cause blindness.
More details about Arnold Carnival have been released, ahead of the celebration which begins next Friday (June 14).
This year’s Arnold’s carnival will be held over three days instead of the usual two as the carnival expands with more entertainment across the weekend of June 14, 15 and 16.
The free family event returns to Arnot Hill Park, starting on Friday evening, with a line-up including over 30 live music and dance acts, arts and crafts activities, fun fair, BMX and skateboarding sessions and more.
Launching the new Friday night event are local five piece band, 94 Gunships, whose music ranges from blues pop to jazz folk and funk rock. The Mayor of Gedling will be opening the event at 6pm and there will be entertainment until 10.30pm.
The Joe Strange Band headline the main stage on Saturday evening. The band have been playing together for over 10 years, playing a huge range of genres making sure there is something for everyone.
PICTURED: Children enjoy the water balloon attraction at one of the past Arnold Carnivals (PHOTO: Gedling Eye)
Sunday opens with a service by Arnold Churches Together and closes with headliners, Reggae on the Rocks. The five-piece band specialise in reggae and soul music and are known for their performances of popular reggae tracks as well as their unique reggae versions of well-loved classics.
Along with performances from professional musicians, there will also be a variety of community music, dance groups, local school bands, choirs and solo artists performing over the weekend.
The carnival has more to offer besides music, with a fun fair, craft, charity and trade stalls and a dedicated food and drink court with a fully licensed bar. Children’s arts and crafts activity sessions will be hosted by Gedling Play Forum.
The event this year will be, for the first time, plastic clever. The aim is to reduce the big plastic polluters – plastic stirrers, drinking straws, cutlery and single use plastic cups. This includes using a returnable cup deposit scheme for the bar and asking all catering teams to consider suitable replacements such as wooden straws, cutlery and food containers. This scheme is part of Gedling Borough Council’s plastic clever council initiative.
The event is free to attend on all three days with something for all the family to enjoy. Parking is limited but there will be additional free spaces available at the Home Brewery car park on Sir John Robinson’s Way, thanks to Nottinghamshire County Council who have opened the staff car park for the weekend.
Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor John Clarke said: “This year’s Arnold Carnival will be bigger than ever with the extra night of entertainment added on the Friday.
“This is our flagship event and it’s always incredibly popular with local residents and we have another great line up this year. We’re also very pleased that this year the carnival will be a plastic clever event as part of our commitment to be a plastic clever council to reduce the big four polluters.”
Two 16-year old boys have each been charged with offences related to burglaries and car thefts in Arnold and Ravenshead
Both boys are charged with three counts of burglary dwelling and theft, four counts of theft of a motor vehicle and three counts of theft from a motor vehicle.
The charges relate to a number of incidents which took place between June 2 and 5 in Ravenshead and Arnold.
A project to repair part of the West Front and mock Canon Fort at Newstead Abbey has received official approval today.
The plan has been several years in the making, but has now been made official after a spending package was approved by the Labour-run Nottingham City Council, which owns the site.
Spending on the project, which is expected to be finished by October this year, will come from Historic England, the World Monument Fund and donations from patrons and visitors.
Historic England has made a grant of £151,334, The World Monuments Fund has given £57,000, and the council is providing £101,666.
This council’s contribution is partly made up of £78,983 generated from donations and initiatives such as the adopt a stone appeal.
PICTURED: Newstead Abbey
The final £22,683 needed for the project is expected to be covered from further donations and fundraising activities, the council said.
Councillor Dave Trimble is the council’s portfolio holder for leisure, localities and IT, and said: “Newstead Abbey and Gardens is one of Nottinghamshire’s flagship sites which has been loved by generations of people.
“We are delighted that with the generous help from Historic England, the World Monument Fund and the Adopt a Stone Appeal we are now able to begin repairing the West Front and Cannon Fort, safeguarding the future of this fabulous Grade 1 listed building.”
A council report said: “The museum service has been working for over two years to secure funding to remove Newstead Abbey from the Heritage at Risk Register.
“The service has succeeded and recently been awarded grants from Historic England and the World Monument Fund to undertake a development phase to include both the 12th Century West Front and 15th Century Cannon Fort as well as complete the essential repair work to the West Front and Cannon Fort.
“The service is incredibly grateful to have received such a large grant fund from Historic England, who rarely award such sizable grants so we are incredibly fortunate.”
Police have named a pensioner who died following a collision with a vehicle in Calverton on Friday (May 31).
88-year-old Lilian Hamblin was crossing Main Street, near to Saint Wilfrid’s Square, at around 2:15pm when she was involved in the collision with a dark blue Audi Q7.
Mrs Hamblin, who lived in the village, was taken to hospital in a serious condition following the collision.
She sadly died on Saturday (June 1).
PC Mark Davey from Nottinghamshire Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “We know the area was busy at the time and several people went over to offer their help following the collision. If anyone saw what happened or has any dashcam footage, I encourage them to come forward to help us to understand the circumstances surrounding this collision.”
Mrs Hamblin’s family have asked that their privacy is respected at this time.
The driver of the Audi is assisting officers with their enquiries. No arrests have been made in connection with this incident to date.
Anyone who witnessed the collision is asked to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 491 of 31 May 2019.
A man has been jailed for five years following a violent robbery in Colwick.
Dayle Jean-Pierre Andre Deville, aged 23, of Valley Road, Carlton, Nottingham, was found guilty of robbery by the jury at Nottingham Crown Court on Thursday, May 30 2019.
The incident happened at around 11:15pm on 17 November 2018 on Rectory Road in Colwick, where Deville followed an 18-year-old man from the city centre, onto a bus and to Colwick.
The victim left the bus, followed by Deville, along a dark street with no CCTV. After noticing that he was being followed, the victim turned around and was immediately threatened by Deville, demanding that he hand over his belongings.
When the victim refused, Deville punched him repeatedly to the face, and ripped his chain from around his neck. The victim’s mobile phone and bag were also taken.
The victim received facial and dental injuries and had to spend time at Queen’s Medical Centre for ongoing treatment.
Detective Constable Richard Kinsey said: “This was an unprovoked and pre-planned attack, on an innocent man by a violent individual. We are pleased with today’s result. This incident has left a lasting impact on the victim’s life and we hope this result gives him comfort, with Deville safely locked up and off the streets.”
A pensioner has died following a serious collision in Calverton
The 88-year-old woman was crossing the street in Saint Wilfrid’s Square, Calverton, when she was in collision with a dark blue Audi Q7.
It happened around 2.15pm on Friday, May 31, 2019.
The woman was taken to hospital in a serious condition, but has sadly died this morning.
Officers are appealing for any witnesses or anyone who was driving in the area, who may have dash-cam footage, to call 101, quoting incident number 491 of 31 May 2019.Incident Number: 000491-31052019
