A group of neighbours have joined forces to obliterate racist graffiti daubed on a building in Netherfield.
A swastika was discovered spray painted on a building on Victoria Road; it’s believed to be the second incident of similar graffiti appearing in the town.
Members of the community angered by the act have decided to cover up the graffiti with a more positive message.
The swastika has now been painted over with the word ‘hug’ now written underneath
Many residents took to social media to praise the move.
Graffiti featuring a swastika had appeared in teh town but this has now been painted over and replaced with a more positive message (PHOTO: Joanne Pickering)
Netherfield councillor Alison Hunt posted: “Well done Netherfield. No place here for such vile symbolism.”
Faith Webster said: “I reported them a few days ago but assumed that’s not council covering. Glad someone has though!
Drone camera footage has been shared of Arnold town centre lit up at night from above.
The Matt DK account has been flying over Front Street, capturing the town from a bird’s eye view.
Areas of the town that are captured on video include an illuminated Asda, Eagle’s Corner pub and the Robin Hood and Little John pub.
Arnold’s Front Street lit up at night and captured from the air by drone (IMAGE Matt DK Facebook)Asda on Front Street is lit up at night(IMAGE Matt DK Facebook)The popular Robin Hood and Little John pub (IMAGE Matt DK Facebook)
The licensed drone pilot said he creates ‘amateur drone photography for fun’.
People can view more footage on the Matt DK Facebook page HERE
Commenting on his latest video, the content creator wrote: “Night mission down Arnold Front Street and I spotted the pavement orientation at the circular sitting place outside the Methodist church. You walk over this 100s of times and never appreciate it until you see it from the air.”
These are the latest applications to have been submitted to and validated byGedling Borough Council this week.
This is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers have validated.
These applications will now be decided by Gedling borough planners.
More details can be found on the Gedling Borough Council planning site HERE by using the reference codes published below.
Installation of branch signage at Harlow Timber Centre Unit 6 Cyan Close Stoke Bardolph Nottinghamshire NG14 5JX Ref. No: 2025/0143
Remove two limbs of tree branch that overhangs car parking space 3 Burrows Way Redhill Nottinghamshire NG5 8RW Ref. No: 2025/0140TPO
Non-material amendment to permission 2024/0101 (minor re-siting and narrowing of units by one brick to allow for the exiting turning head to be maintained and services underneath it) Land South Sycamores Moor Road Bestwood Nottinghamshire Ref. No: 2025/0138NMA
Single storey flat roof extension to rear elevation, adjoining a previous extension, with a combined rear projection of up to 6m, the maximum width of the proposed extension is 5.7m 29B Furlong Street Arnold Nottinghamshire NG5 7AE Ref. No: 2025/0142
Single storey flat roof extension to rear elevation projecting 6m to the rear, 3m in width 24 Bourne Street Netherfield Nottinghamshire NG4 2FH Ref. No: 2025/0141
Change of use from social club to 9 person HMO (Sui Generis use) with minor external alterations for new windows 3 And 5 West Street Arnold Nottinghamshire NG5 7DB Ref. No: 2025/0137
Dropped kerb along the front of the house to provide off road parking. 37 Mansfield Lane Calverton Nottinghamshire NG14 6NP Ref. No: 2025/0136
Approval of details reserved by condition 19 (validation report) of planning permission 2019/0374 (plots 25-38, 56, 59, 61- 63, 72-75, 78, 79, 93-108, 110-112, 118-158 and 160-190 (2019-2021) Letter by GRM dated 16th January 2025. Rivendell Phase 1, Stoke Bardolph – Capping Validation Report Plots 53, 114, 153 Land Off Teal Close Netherfield Nottinghamshire Ref. No: 2025/0134DOC
Approval of details reserved by condition 19 (verification report) of planning permission 2019/0374 (GeoEnginSeer Ltd 1539 Persimmon Homes Gedling Verification Report Plots 495-497 516) Land Off Teal Close Netherfield Nottinghamshire Ref. No: 2025/0135DOC
Non-material amendment to permission 2024/0546 (change position of door and windows to front elevation; two additional windows to the side elevation and internal changes to form study and lobby) 3 Main Street Woodborough Nottinghamshire NG14 6EA Ref. No: 2025/0130NMA
Proposed Car Wash in the existing site of ‘The Golden Phoenix’ (in part parking). Golden Phoenix Oxclose Lane Arnold Nottinghamshire NG5 6FZ Ref. No: 2025/0131
Side extension of existing warehouse to house offices, canteen, meeting room, flexible office/meeting/demonstration area and new protected stair. Calverton Business Park Hoyle Road Calverton Nottinghamshire NG14 6QL Ref. No: 2025/0101
‘Lean-to’ for log and tractor store – agricultural/forestry use only 155 Main Road Ravenshead Nottinghamshire NG15 9GS Ref. No: 2025/0050
Variation of condition 5 of permission 7/2022/002/NCC (Southern Extension area) for an extension of time associated with the timeline for restoration of Infill Phase 3. Dorket Head Quarry Calverton Road Arnold Nottinghamshire NG5 8FF Ref. No: 2025/0154NCC
Non-material amendment to permission 2024/0504 (change from stone finish to render) 16A Kighill Lane Ravenshead Nottinghamshire NG15 9HN Ref. No: 2024/0732NMA
Variation of Conditions 2 (approved plans) and 7 (levels) of application ref code 2022/1211 to allow for relocation of the proposed barn Land Off Bank Hill Woodborough Nottinghamshire NG14 6EF Ref. No: 2024/0578
Plans to convert part of an Arnold social club building into a into a nine-bedroom house in multiple occupation (HMO) have been submitted to Gedling Borough Council.
The building, which is currently not in use, is part of the Arnold And District Liberal Club on West Street.
The plans handed to the council show that four en-suite bedrooms would be created on the ground floor of the building. Three en-suite bedrooms would be located on the first floor and two more, again with en-suites, would be created on the second floor.
A request was Change of use from social club to 9 person HMO (Sui Generis use) with minor external alterations for new windows|3 And 5 West Street Arnold Nottinghamshire NG5 7DB
The proposal is to convert the stand alone building into a 9 bed HMO.
The Highways Authority has raised concerns around parking.
In a document on the council’s planning portal, they said: “There is no off-street car parking associated with the site, which would normally generate one car space per room.
“The Highways Authority must stress that residents to the proposal site may cause inconvenience to the existing residents and their visitors who also have a current demand for parking in the area.”
There is a chance to win up to £25,000 every Saturday when you play Gedling Lotto.
You just need to match six numbers to win the £25,000 jackpot.
We now publish the winning numbers after each Saturday night.
THIS WEEK’S WINNING NUMBERS (15/03/25)
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How does Gedling Lotto work?
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Play the lottery, support Gedling Borough – it’s that simple!
From every £1 ticket you buy, 60p will go to local good causes in the Gedling Borough and improve our community.
Some of the many causes to benefit from the Lotto include:
There will be a cloudy start to the day, perhaps with a few early showers. Cloud will gradually break through during the morning, leaving plenty of sunny spells into the afternoon.
It will feel chilly in the breeze.
Maximum temperature 9 °C.
Tonight:
It will remain dry through this evening and tonight with clear skies. Temperatures will quickly fall during the evening, with a patchy frost developing across the borough.
Minimum temperature -1 °C.
Tomorrow:
After a bright, cold and crisp start, there will be plenty of sunshine on Tuesday with blue skies. It will feel cold with a strengthening wind.
Maximum temperature 10 °C.
Outlook for Wednesday to Friday:
Expect plenty of sunshine in the coming days and turning warmer. Remaining chilly overnight with frosts developing. Largely dry, but an increasing chance of rain through Friday.
The transport firm announced the planned changes to services will come into effect from Sunday, March 30.
On the Lilac 27 The Carlton Academy named stop on Coningswath Road, used by buses towards Carlton, is being withdrawn because of its closeness to another stop. The nearby Huckerby’s Field named stop is a short distance away should be used as an alternative.
Red 45 will be the new number for Red 50. The Red 50 goes from Victoria Retail Park to the city. There will be no change to the route or timetable.
There are timetable changes on Sky Blue 60 that serves Gedling and Mapperley. Most buses between Gedling and Mapperley (both ways) will run slightly earlier than they do now. A revised timetable can be seen HERE
Across the county brand new electric buses will be introduced for The Meadows and Clifton on Navy 48. There will be more frequent buses to Clifton with Navy 48 now up to every 15 minutes. The firm will also be reinstating the weekend holiday service between University Park Campus, QMC and Broadmarsh
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A football team hoping to win promotion needs the public’s help to upgrade its ground.
Linby Colliery Welfare FC has launched a GoFundMe page to raise cash for improvements – with a target of £2,000.
The club play their home games at their Church Lane Ground Church Lane in Linby and is run by volunteers and is a non-profit registered charity. They were formed in 1892
The side are currently third in the Central Midlands Alliance Premier South.
The side based in the village of Linby are currently third in the Central Midlands Alliance Premier South
On the fundraising page a statement reads: “This season we have had our ground graded by the FA and to achieve promotion to step 6 we must improve our ground facilities. But these improvements aren’t just for promotion, they are also for our loyal supporters.
“We’ve been busy the last couple of months installing new pathways and upgrading our facilities and we also with plans to install flood lights ready for next season.
“We would be grateful for any amount you can donate – even as little as £1
“Please help us raise much needed funds to improve your experience at the ground.”
Birds Bakery will be giving away a free hot sausage roll with every hot drink purchase at their Gedling borough stores every Sunday for the next five weeks to celebrate the launch of ‘Family Sundays’ – a dedicated day to bring loved ones together over great food and sweet treats.
The bakery’s aim is to encourage families to make Sundays special by heading out together and enjoying a well-earned treat.
The treat chain has stores in Arnold, Mapperley and Teal Park.
Birds hopes to create a new tradition for local communities; one that gives customers an extra reason to pop in and make the most of their weekend.
Birds Bakery is encouraging families to make Sundays special by heading out together and enjoying a well-earned treat
A recent Facebook poll by Birds Bakery revealed how people like to spend their Sundays:
● 33% of customers spend their Sundays going for a walk in the park or countryside
● Roughly 1 in 3 customers use Sundays to enjoy quality time with family and friends
● 26% opt for a relaxed morning with fresh pastries and coffee
As well as hot sausage rolls, Birds has a selection of kid-friendly favourites perfect for little ones, including gingerbread, chocolate lollies, and kids’ cobs, ideal for a post-park walk pick-me-up or a cosy Sunday brunch.
Jamie Bird, Joint Managing Director at Birds Bakery, said: “We’ve always believed that great food brings people together. Sundays are about slowing down, enjoying time with loved ones, and treating yourself. As a family bakery, we are going all in on our new ‘Family Sundays’, where we want to help many across the East Midlands make new traditions together.”
