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Robinson’s Butchers in Netherfield to close after more than 54 years in the town

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Robinson’s Butchers in Netherfield to close after more than 54 years in the town

A butcher’s shop that has been trading in Netherfield since the 1960s will close its doors for the final time at the end of the month.

Robinson’s Butchers has been selling meat to people in the town since 1964.

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A sign has now appeared on the shop front explaining the reasons for the butchers closing, with the last day being Saturday, June 30.

The owner of the butcher shop, Mick Robinson, has said that supermarket prices were to blame for having to take the decision to close the business.

NOTICE: Sign gives reasons for traditional butcher shop in Victoria road closing

On the notice in the window to customers, he wrote: ” We have been beaten at last by the mighty supermarket chains, which unfortunately the majority of our former customers now prefer to use”

“Every one of us [working at the shop] are master butchers, which you don’t find anymore, but we find ourselves not wanted in the modern world.

“We now are within a mile of four or five of the supermarket giants.”

Despite the closure of the butcher side of the business, the popular takeaway food outlet based at the site will continue to trade.

The statement continued: “Karl, my son, will carry on the name in Netherfield with his takeaway foods and will be expanding the range on offer. Karl will also be growing his outside catering business which includes his mouthwatering hog roasts, which he is excellent at.”

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Warning from firefighters after shed blaze in Mapperley Park

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Warning from firefighters after shed blaze in Mapperley Park

A safety warning has been issued to people in Gedling borough this summer as the barbecue and garden bonfire season sparks into life

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue service want those planning a barbecue or bonfire to think before they act, because the recipe for summer isn’t sun or sand – it’s safety.

Last month, firefighters from London Road attended a fire in the garden of a property in Mapperley Park, where a shed was well alight.

This fire was the result of a bonfire being lit too close to the shed, and crews used one hose reel to put the fire out.

Crew Manager Mark Woolnough from Red Watch at London Road Fire Station, said: “This fire could have been a lot worse, as it had already started to damage parts of the house, but luckily nobody was injured.

“Unfortunately, because of the positioning of the bonfire and its spread, the shed was severely damaged, and this acts as an important reminder to think about where you are lighting a barbeque or bonfire, and we would always advise to make sure that this is well away from property, trees, and outbuildings.

“It’s also important to never leave a bonfire or barbeque unattended, as when attention stops, fire starts.”

To make sure you have a safe summer, here are some of our top garden fire safety tips:

  • Never use petrol or paraffin to light a bonfire.
  • Keep a bucket of water close by in case of an emergency.
  • Keep pets and children away from bonfires and barbeques.
  • Always light bonfires and place barbeques a safe distance from property, outbuildings, trees and hedges.
  • Never leave barbeques or bonfires unattended and check they are fully extinguished before going inside.

Police appeal after fight in Netherfield

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Police appeal after fight in Netherfield

Police are appealing for witnesses after reports of a fight involving a group of people in Netherfield.

Officers said they were called to Victoria Road at around 1.35am on Saturday (June 23).

Two men suffered facial injuries after being punched and kicked and were taken to the Queen’s Medical Centre.

If you saw the incident or have any information that could help, please call police on 101 quoting incident 82 of 23 June.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

CCTV images released of people police want to speak to after burglary in Mapperley

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CCTV images released of people police want to speak to after burglary in Mapperley

Police have issued CCTV images of three people they want to speak to following a burglary in Mapperley.

It was reported that two men and a woman tried to break into a flat in Westdale Lane West using a sledgehammer before leaving the scene.

The incident happened at about 7.40am on May 4, 2018.

If you recognise them or think you can help, please call Nottinghamshire Police on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, quoting incident number 131 of 4 May 2018.

 

New war memorial for Carlton’s fallen heroes unveiled

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New war memorial for Carlton’s fallen heroes unveiled

A man from Gedling today saw his fundraising efforts finally pay off as a new war memorial he raised over £19,000 to help pay for was unveiled in the town’s cemetery.

The new memorial honouring the lives of fallen service men and women was unveiled this morning (June 23) at Carlton cemetery

The memorial was created thanks to the campaigning of local resident Paul Gunter, whose nephew was killed whilst on duty in Afghanistan. When Paul realised there was no appropriate war memorial for his nephew’s name to be etched on, he began fundraising to have one installed at Carlton cemetery.

Paul has raised over £19,000 for the memorial which included a £10,000 contribution from The National Lottery Fund. The council has provided the land and will cover any future costs and maintenance.

Councillor Alex Scroggie, ward member for Carlton Hill, has also assisted Mr Gunter with the installation and logistics for the unveiling event.

TOUCHING: A minute’s silence was held after the memorial was unveiled (Picture: Gedling Eye)
Dignitaries and Paul Gunter, right, pay tribute to those killed in conflict (PICTURE: Gedling Eye)
MOVING: Paul Gunter lays a wreath at the memorial which features the name of his nephew Lance Corporal Martin Gill (PICTURE: Gedling Eye)
TRIBUTE: A large crowd gathered and respected the minute’s silence (PICTURE: Gedling Eye)

A special ceremony was held this morning at the cemetery and will mark the seventh anniversary of the death of Paul’s nephew, Lance Corporal Martin J Gill who died on June 5,2011.

His name alongside 170 others is etched on the graphite stone.

The Mayor of Gedling, Cllr Barbara Miller, was in attendance at the unveiling and a march on the day by a local cadet group also took place before the ceremony started.

There was also a one minute silence and the playing of the Last Post on the bugle.

Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor John Clarke said: “I’d like to thank Paul and Cllr Alex Scroggie for their work to get this memorial in Carlton.

“It’s very important we remember the men and women who lost their lives fighting for our country. This memorial will be a fitting tribute to them all and especially to Paul’s nephew, Lance Corporal Martin J Gill and it will ensure will never forget what they did for us.”

Gedling Borough Council to sign ‘collaboration agreement’ with Nottingham City Council

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Gedling Borough Council to sign ‘collaboration agreement’ with Nottingham City Council

Gedling is set to make its co-operation with Nottingham official by signing a ‘collaboration agreement’.

It comes after plans were outlined by Nottinghamshire County Council boss Kay Cutts to abolish all district and borough councils in the county.

On Thursday, leaders at Gedling Borough Council are expected to sign the collaboration agreement, which formalises closer working ties with Nottingham City Council.

However, the document makes it clear the increased co-operation is not a full merger between the two authorities and both councils will retain sovereignty over their areas, meaning each is ultimately free to make its own decisions.

John Clarke, who is the leader of Labour-run Gedling Borough Council, supports working more closely, but has said he will ‘resist any attempts to  take over our council’.

Councillor Clarke, who represents the Netherfield Ward for Labour, said: “We need to look at ways we can work together with our neighbouring councils as we deal with increasingly difficult budget pressures arising from ongoing cuts from central government.

“We’ve had similar agreements with Newark and Rushcliffe councils in the past, which were very productive and we are looking forward to the opportunities this collaboration may bring.

“It’s not an exclusive arrangement and it’s not about Gedling merging with Nottingham City or any other council. We will work with anyone if it will help us to provide the best possible services for the residents of Gedling.”

Gedling Borough Council already works with several other councils in the area on a broad range of issues, many of which are listed in the collaboration agreement.

These include delivering payroll services to Rushcliffe Borough Council and managing Bestwood Country Park for Nottinghamshire County Council.

It also works with the city council on issues such as Nottingham managing Cafe 1899 at Gedling Country Park, and the city ‘delivering’ Arnold Carnival.

If the agreement is passed, at a meeting of the Cabinet on Thursday (June 28) it will be subject to a reciprocal agreement being passed by the city council.

It says the decision has been taken in part due to the pressures on local government finances, and the savings that can be made by sharing services.

However, the document makes clear that it is not a full-scale political merger.

It says: “It is important to emphasise that both councils will retain decision making sovereignty over the policies, services and finances for their areas.”

Schools in Gedling borough offered chance to vie for £1,000 breakfast club boost

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Schools in Gedling borough offered chance to vie for £1,000 breakfast club boost

Schools in Gedling borough could win £1,000 for their pre-school breakfast clubs.

The borough’s schools have been invited to enter the annual Kellogg’s Breakfast Club Awards, with winners invited to attend an awards ceremony in the Houses of Parliament.

The awards are being held to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Kellogg’s supporting breakfast clubs in the UK.

A specialist panel of judges will hand-pick the entries and the winners will be announced on Monday, October 29, 2018.

Kellogg’s managing director, Oli Morton, said: “Kellogg’s Breakfast Club Awards celebrate the fantastic people who make these clubs happen every day in schools up and down the country.

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“Brilliant progress has been made since the 1990s to increase the number of schools offering pupils a safe and fun environment that provides a nutritious breakfast.”

He added: “We will continue to support breakfast clubs because we believe that every child deserves the best start to the day.”

Over the last 20 years Kellogg’s has supported breakfast clubs, offering funding, food and training to more than 3,000 clubs across the UK.

To find out more and to submit a Breakfast Club Awards entry, visit: www.KelloggsBreakfastClubAwards.co.uk

Entries close on Friday, September 28

Arnold home care company in top 20 care providers in the region

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Arnold home care company in top 20 care providers in the region

An Arnold-based home care company has been named one of the top 20 most recommended care providers in the region.

Respectful Care Nottingham North, which specialises in providing at-home care to the elderly and vulnerable, scooped the accolade at the recent Home Care Provider Awards 2018.

Karl Overton and his team at Respectful Care Nottingham North were named as being in the top 20 Home Care Providers in the East Midlands for 2018.

For Karl and his team it is particularly special as it is based on reviews from people they care for.

The independent homecare.co.uk website is the leading home care website, featuring reviews, products and services, jobs and news about the UK care sector.

Its annual awards highlight the most recommended home care providers in each region of the UK, with the awards based on a review score given by clients.

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SUCCESS: Karl Overton and his team at Respectful Care Nottingham North

It’s a particularly proud moment for Karl, who only launched the Arnold-based Respectful Care Nottingham North office, part of the Respectful Care group,  just three years ago.

He said: “As a homecare provider who works tirelessly to provide high quality, person-centred care to our wonderful clients, we are absolutely delighted to know that all our hard work and commitment over the past year has been acknowledged by this prestigious award.

“To be one of only 20 companies in the whole of the East Midlands region to win this award recognises the commitment by all our outstanding staff to set high standards and make sure we constantly achieve them.

“A huge thank you from all of us at Respectful Care Nottingham North has to go out to our amazing clients and their loved ones who, by providing honest and independent reviews about the service we provide, have made our dreams of winning this award a reality! We are so happy. Thank you.”

Scott Marsh, who co-founded the Respectful Care, which has branches in Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and South Yorkshire, added: “Karl and his team are dedication personified. Caring for people is a privilege and we expect high levels of service from our carers. To get an award based on reviews is spectacular and makes the whole Respectful Care group proud.”

Respectful Care offers services that are tailored to meet exact requirements and preferences, whether it is a simple 30 minute daily domestic call, or a more complex package of intensive care.

Trained and qualified Care Workers support people in their daily routine and enable them to live their lives the way they want it.

For more about Respectful Care, visit www.respectfulcare.co.uk

Pick raspberries at Linby farm summer fun day

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Pick raspberries at Linby farm summer fun day

Get your buckets ready as raspberries will be ripe for the picking at an event taking place at a farm in Linby next month.

People popping along to the summer fun day at Brooke Farm on Saturday, July 7 can pick the fruit for £2.90 a kilo.

As well as fruit picking, visitors can enjoy cakes and craft stalls, barbecue food, children’s games, a bouncy castle, live music and a dog show.

Also on offer is a self-service café and seating area for refreshments for visitors.

Entry to the event is free – but some activities will have a charge.

The fun day will be running from 10am to 4pm.

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PICTURED: Brooke Farm is based in Linby 
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HEN PARTY: Hens feed at Brooke Farm in Linby

The farm is run by Nottinghamshire County Council and employs staff with mixed abilities and offers training to people with disabilities.

Councillor Stuart Wallace, chairman of Nottinghamshire County Council’s Adult Social Care and Public Health Committee, said: “Last year’s event went down a storm and we’re hoping for a nice day to attract even more people to this activity-packed event.”

The farm shop offers a range of home-grown produce for sale including, free range eggs, seasonal vegetables, salad and fruit, flowers and plants along with locally-sourced products such as bread, milk, preserves, pickles, cakes and biscuits.

Produce grown at Brooke Farm is sold at the farm shop in Main Street, Linby, and is open Monday to Thursday 8am to 3.45pm, Friday 8am to 3.15pm and Saturday 8am to 3pm.

For further information on the shop call 0115 963 2638 or visit bit.ly/brooke-farm

Leader of Gedling Borough Council: “We will resist any takeover”

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Leader of Gedling Borough Council: “We will resist any takeover”

The leader of Gedling Borough Council said they will ‘fight to keep their independence’ after hearing of plans for a ‘super council’ that would result in the demise of borough authorities.

The plans were revealed yesterday by the leader of Nottinghamshire County Council, Cllr Kay Cutts.

Cllr Cutts said yesterday she wants to ‘get on with’ plans to abolish district and borough councils.

She said this would involved doubling the number of county councillors (from 66 to 132) but abolishing district and borough councillors altogether.

This would mean a dramatic reduction in the overall number of councillors.

She also hopes it would save money by removing back-office duplication.

Councillor John Clarke is the leader of Gedling Borough Council, and represents the Netherfield ward on the borough council.

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Today he reacted to the plans for a ‘super council’ revealed by Cllr Cutts yesterday.

He said: “I’m against the unitary authority because I think it’s much too big. We will resist any such take over.

“We still want to retain our independence, but work closely on some things with Nottingham and Derby, similar to London boroughs.

“If I thought it was a good thing for the people of Gedling then I would go for it.

“But we’re doing some good stuff as a small authority and I want to keep working on that.”

Cllr Clarke is in favour of a plan which would see his council keep its borders, but work more closely with Nottingham and Derby, known as the Metro Strategy.

He said: “It’s not just councils, we want to be working much more closely with health authorities, the police, and all these sort of things.

“We are all working on the same things really, but we’re doing it in our own silos.”

Councillor Cutts has requested a meeting with the Government minister responsible for local councils to discuss the scheme.

However while those talks are in early stages, Nottingham, Derby and Gedling are in advanced stages of what they call the ‘Metro Strategy.’

This could involve the three authorities working together on issues like procurement and infrastructure, but keeping borders and some powers, similar to London boroughs.

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