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£1m boost to help improve homes of disabled people in borough

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£1m boost to help improve homes of disabled people in borough

£1 million in funding has been secured by Gedling Borough Council to help pay for improvements to the homes of disabled people across the borough.

Eligible residents can apply for up to £30,000 for improvements to help make their homes easier to live in. The grants can be awarded for a number of different improvements to properties from stair lifts for the elderly to sensory rooms for young children with learning difficulties.

The money was granted to Gedling Borough Council and Nottinghamshire County Council by the government.

Both councils are working together in partnership to identify needs and design adaptations for disabled people in the borough.  Nottinghamshire County Council will be carrying out the assessments on behalf of Gedling to see if residents are eligible.

Some of the money has already begun to be used by residents in need of improvements.

Typical works include improving access to properties, installing suitable lighting, heating and ventilation or improving access and facilities within the property for cooking, sleeping and bathing. People can also apply for help improving the safety of the property.

Portfolio Holder for Public Protection, Cllr David Ellis said: “This grant will help people who cannot afford adaptations to their homes but desperately need them. We are urging residents on a low income to apply and see what help they can get. It could help with anything, from a ramp to a sensory room for a child with learning difficulties.”

To be eligible the service user must live in the borough, be an owner occupier, private tenant, a tenant in social housing or a landlord with a disabled tenant. The property owner’s permission is also required. Eligibility is based on financial circumstances and an assessment made by Nottinghamshire County Council.

To apply for this scheme, people should contact Nottinghamshire County Council on 0300 500 8080 and request an assessment for a Disabled Facilities Grant.

Carlton couple to mark anniversary by running marathon for Hospice cause

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Carlton couple to mark anniversary by running marathon for Hospice cause

A couple from Carlton are to mark their wedding anniversary by joining thousands of others pounding the streets of Notts for this year’s Robin Hood Marathon.

Lisa Whistance, from Carlton, is running the half marathon with her husband, Lyndon, to celebrate their anniversary on Sunday and also raise funds for Nottinghamshire Hospice, based in Mapperley.

They’ll be joining 30 other hospice heroes taking part in the event.

The group of runners, including relatives of hospice patients and a team of colleagues from Capital One, have been training hard to do themselves proud and raise over £3,000 for the hospice.

Lisa said: “We thought this would be a great way to celebrate the support we’ve had for each other – we’re a bit crazy! Having recently lost a close family member to a terminal illness we appreciate the support and care that Nottinghamshire Hospice provides.”

Local businesses have come together to support the charity’s runners with Up and Running, Sainsbury’s and Boots all donating items for goodie bags.

To celebrate the hard work and dedication the runners have put in to support the charity, a celebration will be held at the hospice on Woodborough Road later in the year.

Elaine Hopkins, Community and Events Fundraiser, Nottinghamshire Hospice said: “Thank you to everyone supporting Nottinghamshire Hospice by running in the marathon this weekend. It is really important to us to have the support of our local community, whose generosity enables us to carry on delivering our much needed services.

We need to raise £2.7m a year to provide free-of-charge care and emotional support to patients and families who are facing terminal illnesses in the comfort of their own homes across Nottinghamshire, and in the day therapy centre on Woodborough Road. T

She added: “The money raised by our runners will make a real difference to the lives of local families.”

To register interest in running for Nottinghamshire Hospice in the 2018 Robin Hood Marathon, or to support the charity by fundraising or volunteering, please contact Elaine Hopkins, Community and Events Fundraiser, on fundraising@nottshospice.org or 0115 910 1008 ext 251.

Netherfield karate ace to represent England on world stage

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Netherfield karate ace to represent England on world stage

Meet the karate ace from Netherfield who is hoping to give rivals the chop when he represents his country on the world stage next month.

James Martin, of Meadow Road, has been called up to represent England in the Karate World Championships in Madrid this October, alongside other hopefuls from across the country.

As well as competing in the sport himself, James also acts as an instructor at his two Bunbu Ryodo dojos in Colwick and Rushcliffe.

James said: “Despite being the oldest team member, I hope my 25 years of training may prove valuable”

James will be the only England team member to enter three disciplines at the competition.

He hopes to match the achievements of former England coach, Rob Bingham and Universities Champion, James Lee by bringing home a medal for his country.

Arnold Rainbows group enjoy birthday celebrations at Notts theme park

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Arnold Rainbows group enjoy birthday celebrations at Notts theme park

Girls from Arnold were amongst the 500 who gathered at a theme park on Sunday to celebrate 30 years of Rainbows – Girlguiding’s section for its youngest members.

500 Rainbows youngsters from all over Notts attended the party at Wheelgate Theme Park near Farnsfield, alongside their leaders and a team of volunteer helpers.

Joining in the celebrations were members of 1st Arnold Rainbows, including Elissa and Bella, who are both aged seven.

They both really enjoyed the day, saying: “It’s been amazing today, especially the Rollercoaster

They added: “We do loads of nice things at Rainbows – we play games and have lots of fun”

All the Rainbows at Sunday’s event made the most of Wheelgate Park’s array of activities – including the Animal Adventure Zone, the Clip Clop Pony Rides, the Land of the Pharaohs and the Alien Galaxy Zone – before joining other units in a party tent for a celebratory tea and disco.

Girlguiding Nottinghamshire’s County Commissioner Jackie Brocklehurst was delighted the girls had the chance to celebrate together.

She said: “Being part of Rainbows is so important to these youngsters

“Joining Girlguiding at this age is all about sharing fun and friendship, and there was plenty of both on show at this very special birthday party.”

Starting aged 5, Rainbows are the youngest members of Girlguiding: they usually meet in very small groups, so a gathering on this scale is the largest event some of them have ever attended.

Girlguiding Nottinghamshire runs 116 Rainbow units across the county and all divisions were represented at the party.

Enquiries about volunteering with Girlguiding Nottinghamshire to help stage events such as this are always welcome: explore www.girlguidingnottinghamshire.org.uk to find out more.

Two seriously injured in explosion on Colwick Industrial Estate

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Two seriously injured in explosion on Colwick Industrial Estate

Emergency services were called out to an explosion on Colwick Industrial Estate earlier this morning (20)

Police received reports of a gas explosion and collapse of a tanker just before 10.15am today.

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue teams and ambulance services also attended the incident.

It’s believed the explosion took place at BioDynamic – which converts food waste into energy.

Two men have been taken to hospital with serious injuries.

PICTURED: The scene in Colwick (PICTURE: The Environment Agency)

Officers secured the scene and are working with partners to establish the cause of what occurred – but confirmed it wasn’t terror-related.

The Environment Agency were also at the scene earlier.

They posted on Twitter: “We are in Colwick following the reported explosion, responding to slurry pollution from anaerobic digester.”

UPDATE: Police tonight have said they are not treating the incident as suspicious and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is now dealing with the matter in its entirety.

Changes to Red 44 route during Robin Hood Marathon

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Changes to Red 44 route during Robin Hood Marathon

There will be changes to the Red 44 bus service this Sunday as the annual Robin Hood Marathon takes place.

During the event Nottingham City Transport has revealled that buses to Gedling will follow their normal route, but those heading towards the city will be diverted between 09:30 and 14:45.

Buses will follow their normal route to Carlton Fire Station (Manor Road) and will then turn right along Station Road to Carlton Square. Buses will then turn left and operate to the City Centre using Carlton Hill and Carlton Road.

Customers in Netherfield are advised to walk up towards Carlton Fire Station and continue along Station Road to use the bus stop outside the Carlton Pentecostal Church.

In Sneinton, customers are advised to walk through to Sneinton Dale and use Red 43.

On the remainder of the route, customers should catch Red 44 towards Gedling and stay on the bus at the Gedling terminus to travel through to the City Centre at no extra cost.

Bygones: Get a glimpse into Gedling Gala’s past with this photo from 1977

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Bygones: Get a glimpse into Gedling Gala’s past with this photo from 1977

An story featured on Gedling Eye recently about a group’s plans to resurrect the Gedling Village Family Gala prompted reader Bill Fenton to get in touch after he stumbled across this old photograph taken during the event in 1977.

Bill told us: “I was on the first committee in 1977 and I managed to persuade my then-employer Flygt Pumps to provide the lead float and also a non-profit making burger and hot dog stall.

PICTURED: People enjoy the first Gedling Village Family Gala back in 1977 (PICTURE: Bill Fenton)

“The main committee back then was Tony Burrows, Ernie Whitney, Lou Smalley and myself – who was a young recruit. Flygt Pumps loaned us the truck to mount the float and it took the lead in the procession through the village.

“I continued on the commitee for several years until a commercial stall was allowed on to the park. I am now retired and if the new committee need any assistance, please let me know.”

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Free health event being held in Carlton for older residents

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Free health event being held in Carlton for older residents

Elderly residents are being invited to a free health event in Carlton being held to mark UK Older People’s Day.

The event, which takes place on September 26 at Park House Health and Social Care Centre in Carlton, near Nottingham, will offer useful information to the over 60s on activities in the local area and also health advice

Those attending the event can also visit a pop-up shoe shop to be measured up for specialist footwear, get advice on how to reduce the risk of falls and get advice from the Nottinghamshire Fire Prevention Team on how to keep their homes safe.

The event will run from 9.30am until 1pm.

Sharon Thompson, General Manager for Nottingham North and East said, “Our Older People’s Day events have proved very popular over the last three years, with very positive feedback about the useful information available.

“There is a good range of groups and activities taking part and I would encourage anyone from our local area to come along to Park House to see what is available to support them to live well longer.”

Arnold man makes eye-test appeal after sight is saved

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Arnold man makes eye-test appeal after sight is saved

A LOCAL Arnold man is urging everyone to get their eyes tested regularly after a one-off appointment detected a life-changing condition which might have left him blind in a matter of months.

Retiree John Campbell, 61, had accompanied his wife to her appointment at their local Specsavers store on Front Street, when he decided to book himself in while he was there. During the appointment, Specsavers store director and optometrist, Vineet Nehra, spotted an anomaly and immediately referred him to hospital.

Vineet referred John to the eye casualty department at Queen’s Medical Centre for an urgent appointment, and John was diagnosed with advanced glaucoma.

John said: “I was in a state of complete shock after Vineet told me that I needed to go to hospital’ recalls John. ‘I had just come back from holiday with my wife, and didn’t suspect anything was wrong – I had no symptoms whatsoever to indicate there might be a problem.’

John was treated with a course of eye drops before receiving specialist operations on each eye, called a trabeculectomy, which involves draining fluid from the back of the eye to release pressure.

‘Since having the operations, I’m now having regular monthly check-ups to monitor the progress of the disease,’ says John. ‘One of the side effects of my treatment is that I have developed cataracts, which I will also shortly be receiving treatment for once my eyes have recovered from surgery.

‘I feel incredibly lucky to have received this treatment, and without the initial diagnosis and quick actions of Vineet at Specsavers, I would have already lost my sight to this condition. I really owe it to him that I still have my sight, and I would encourage everybody to go and have their sight tested on a regular basis – it’s such an important health check.’

Vineet Nehra said it was clear John needed very urgent medical attention.

He said: “He had a very advanced case of what we call acute glaucoma, which for him had been symptomless up to this point, and his eyes were struggling under a build-up of pressure on his optic nerve.

“We have very sophisticated glaucoma screening technology in store, which we offer as part of all regular eye tests, and this takes a photograph of the back of the eye, so I could see exactly what was going on.’

Vineet added: “Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of preventable sight loss in the UK. An estimated 600,000 people in the UK have glaucoma, but at least half haven’t been diagnosed[i].

“Many are unaware that glaucoma can be hereditary and signs go unnoticed, especially in the early stages when there are often no symptoms.

“Early detection means the condition can be monitored and future damage to vision minimised, which is why we’re asking everyone in Arnold to make sure they have their eyes tested, especially if their siblings or parents have glaucoma.”

For more information, please visit Specsavers at 37 Front Street, Arnold, Nottinghamshire NG5 7EA call 0115 967 0856 or visit www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/arnold

[i] IGA Research (Fly Research 2014)

Have a say on proposed new housing sites put forward by council

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Have a say on proposed new housing sites put forward by council

People across the borough are being invited to have their say on proposals to build extra houses on a number of sites across the area.

Gedling Borough Council has selected seven sites which could be used for additional housing. The sites, if approved, would be added to the Local Planning Document – which is currently being examined by an independent planning inspector.

The following additional sites selected have been selected:

  • Site X1 – Daybrook Laundry, Daybrook – 50 homes
  • Site X2 – Land West of A60 A, Redhill – 70 homes
  • Site X3 – Land West of A60 B, Redhill – 150 homes
  • Site X4 – Flatts Lane, Calverton – 60 homes
  • Site X5 – Kighill Lane A, Ravenshead – 20 homes
  • Site X6 – Kighill Lane B, Ravenshead – 30 homes

A number of drop-in sessions have now been organised and will give local residents the chance to have their say on the proposals.

These are taking place at the following times and venues:

  • Calverton Site (X4) – 17th October, at Calverton Village Hall anytime between 2pm and 7pm
  • Ravenshead sites (X5 and X6) – 10th October, at Ravenshead Leisure Centre anytime between 2pm and 7pm.
  • Redhill/Daybrook Sites (sites X1, X2 and X3) – 3rd October at the Waggon and Horses pub (Saddle Room), Mansfield Road, anytime between 2pm and 7pm

You can also see the proposed Local Planning Document and read guidance about how to comment on proposals by visiting https://consultplanningpolicy.gedling.gov.uk

The information is also available from the Civic Centre in Arnold, or from libraries in Gedling Borough.

For further information, contact Gedling Borough Council’s Planning Policy Team by e-mail: planningpolicy@gedling.gov.uk    or call 0115 901 3733/3734.

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