Cheaper train tickets now available using new online tool

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Cheaper train tickets now available using new online tool

Rail passengers in Gedling borough can now get their hands on cheaper train tickets using a new online tool.

East Midlands Trains has launched a brand new ticket alert tool means customers don’t have to keep checking the firm’s website for tickets. They can simply sign up for email alerts and as soon as Advance tickets become available on a particular route on their chosen travel date, they are notified by email.

Lawrence Bowman, Commercial Director for East Midlands Trains, which has stations in Carlton, Burton Joyce and Netherfield, said: “Advance tickets are the cheapest train tickets you can buy and the earlier you book, the cheaper they are so this is a really positive result for our customers.

“Advance tickets are generally available to buy 12 weeks ahead of time but this can vary which is what makes the alert tool so handy.”

Customers can search for an Advance journey and register for the alert. The database then checks every night until that journey goes on sale. When Advance tickets become available for the dates the customer has searched, they will receive an email from East Midlands Trains.

Firefighters tackle blaze at derelict office block in Arnold

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Firefighters tackle blaze at derelict office block in Arnold

Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service have spent the afternoon tackling a blaze at an old derelict office block in Rolleston Drive, Arnold.

Firefighters posted on social media that the incident is’ now being scaled down’.

BLAZE: the fire raging earlier today (PHOTO: Notts Fire Rescue)

Officers revealed that 30 firefighters were drafted in to tackle the blaze at the site.

(VIDEO BY JODIE NASSAU)

It is not yet known what caused the fire.

Deputy leader of Gedling Borough Council, Cllr Michael Payne, who is councillor for the Redhill ward, was expecting to speak to Nottinghamshire Police and also Nottinghamshire Fire Rescue this evening for an update.

He said: “In recent years and months I have consistently been raising concerns about the safety and state of the derelict site with Nottinghamshire County Council, who own the premises. Only recently I was expressing my serious concern about vandalism on the site.

He added: “I sincerely hope no-one has been injured and wish our emergency services the best in dealing with the fire.”

Travel to London for as little as £2 this summer

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Travel to London for as little as £2 this summer

People in Gedling borough looking to visit London this summer whilst avoiding skyrocketing train fares are being encouraged to try a new on-demand app coach service which offers tickets to the capital for as little as £2.

Sn-ap is a mobile app that helps people go where they want, when they want – in a way that’s affordable and good for the environment. Sn-ap works by matching the journeys people want to make, with high-quality local coach operators.

Trips to London from Nottingham pick-up in convenient roadside locations like Royal Centre, Nottingham Station.

Fares from Nottingham to London start from just £2 each way.

How does it work?

http://https://youtu.be/5S5xBW2Fh4I

Sn-ap Founder Thomas Abelman said:“As travel and tech experts, we spotted an opportunity to use technology to match customer demand for intercity trips with high-quality local coach operators. This gives customers added convenience and local coach operators, with spare capacity, access to popular intercity routes.

“Technology has made life easier and more convenient – creating new ways to do everyday things. For example, according to recent Deloitte research, nearly a quarter (24%) of us use a smartphone to book our travel.

“We’ve taken it a step further and allow you to choose your pick-up and drop-off locations and times that are more convenient to you.”

The connectedness offered by smartphones and location-based technology is enabling personalised services like Air BnB and Uber to flourish.

According to Deloitte, one in ten (9%) Brits use a smartphone to book public transport, while the same amount use one to pay for taxi trips.

You can find out more about Sn-ap and download the app at their website: https://v2.sn-ap.com/

Items stolen overnight from vehicles in Ravenshead and Linby

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Items stolen overnight from vehicles in Ravenshead and Linby

Police are investigating after items were stolen from vehicles overnight in two nearby villages.

Officers said they received five reports of items being taken from vehicles in the Ravenshead and Linby area last night. (August 15).

The vehicles were seemingly left unlocked as no damage was caused entering the vehicle.

A Sat Nav has been stolen from one vehicle and a work bag containing a tool kit and jump leads from another.

The local beat team has viewed some CCTV of the crime taking place and have said that although the footage was very dark and the offenders could not be identified, it seems they were travelling on an off-road/crosser style bike.

A spokesman for the Gedling North neighbourhood beat team said: “Can we please remind people to ensure all vehicles are locked when leaving them, also making sure all valuables are removed.

“If residents notice anything suspicious, especially in cases of individuals looking onto properties or any off road style bikes travelling slowly around the area, please do not hesitate to dial us on 999/101 as required.”

Jobs under threat at Arnold supermarket

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Jobs under threat at Arnold supermarket

Jobs could be under threat at an Arnold supermarket. 

The Asda store on Front Street was named by Retail Gazette as one of 18 ‘under performing’ stores where staff were being put into consultation by the supermarket giant.

A poor financial year has prompted Asda to look at making hundreds of redundancies or dramatically reduce the working hours of thousands of staff across the UK.

The UK’s third-biggest grocery retailer has now commenced a three-week consultation period with 3257 employees with regards to the future of their jobs.

The 18 under-performing stores listed, which includes the Arnold supermarket, were targeted after being identified as being overstaffed when compared to sales performances.

Once the consultations are completed, the eventual number of job losses is expected to be in the hundreds.

Workers union GMB told Retail Gazette it had been contacted by Asda staff who were “fearing for their jobs” after store managers were given new business plans that includes major reductions in working hours.

A spokesman for Asda said: “We are currently in discussions with a number of our stores about changes that are needed to the number of hours required to run that store for our customers,

“It is common practice for a supermarket to need to make changes to hours based on the changing shopping habits of customers.

“We understand that any conversations about change are unsettling but it is always our upmost priority to find alternative roles or working patterns for impacted colleagues.”

Man from Colwick jailed for seven years after city centre stabbing

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Man from Colwick jailed for seven years after city centre stabbing

A man from Colwick has been jailed for seven years after stabbing a man five times in the back during an altercation in Nottingham city centre.

Nthambi Mkanda, of Balmoral Road in Colwick, was sentenced at Nottingham Crown Court on Friday (August 11) following a five-day trial having previously pleaded not guilty to offences of wounding with intent.

The court heard how the 19-year-old was with friends when they became involved in an altercation with another group of men at around 2.40am on Saturday, March 4 2017.

Mkanda chased the victim along King Street and onto Trinity Square stabbing him five times in the back.

The victim was taken to the Queen’s Medical Centre where he required stitches.

Officers launched an investigation and Mkanda was identified through CCTV and subsequently arrested.

Detective Constable James Hirst said: “We are pleased with the court outcome and hope it sends the message out that it is not acceptable to carry a knife or any form of weapon in Nottinghamshire.”

MATCH REPORT: Carlton Town 3-0 Sheffield FC

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MATCH REPORT: Carlton Town 3-0 Sheffield FC

The opening game of the season did not disappoint as the Millers took the spoils.

A good chance to gauge what both clubs can look forward too for the rest of the year, showed that Carlton could be looking to climb the table, while Sheffield may be fighting towards the bottom.

Both sides started strongly but it was Daniel Gordon who opened the scoring following several errors from the away defence. Sheffield’s Ritchie Humphreys forced a save from Jack Steggles who was lucky to reach the ball, having timed his jump wrong.

Debutant Wilfried Gnahore found the net just after half time with a finish into the corner and It could have been three as Aaron Hooton came on and after a run, chipped over the keeper at a very narrow angle. Many said the goal could have been the best in recent history but was disallowed for a foul. Hooton got retribution five minutes later as he slotted a penalty calmly into the edge of the net meaning Carlton went home 3-0.

The Notts Senior Cup winners look to be a force to be reckoned with.

Applications now open for secondary school places in Gedling borough

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Applications now open for secondary school places in Gedling borough

Parents with pupils due to move up to secondary school in Gedling borough next autumn can now apply for a place.

The application process for children transferring from primary schools to secondary schools in September 2018 opened on Monday (7) and will close on Tuesday, October 312017.

Parents in the borough will need to apply through Nottinghamshire County Council, even if they wish to apply for schools in other areas.

Nottinghamshire County Council service director for education, learning and skills, Marion Clay, said: “It probably seems no time at all since parents were looking for a reception place for their child and deciding which schools to apply for.

“However, if a child is about to move into Year 6 at primary school when they return to school after the summer holidays, parents and carers should receive a letter this week telling them how they can apply for a place for next September.”

The easiest way to apply is online at www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/schooladmissions and this is the method the council advises parents to use.

Parents can also find more information about the  application process, schools, the number of places available or how places are allocated at that web address or can call 0300 500 80 80.

Secondary school offers will be made on Thursday 1 March 2018 by email to those who apply online. Parents and carers who apply by post will be sent notification by second class post that day.

Man bailed as investigation into death of Netherfield woman continues

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A man arrested on suspicion of murdering a woman from Netherfield has today been released on police bail.

The 38-year old was arrested yesterday as part of an investigation into the death of Jennifer Blackwell.

Her body was yesterday exhumed  following a review, in consultation with HM Coroner and the family, as part of an investigation to establish the cause of the 43-year-old who lived on Norman Street in the town.

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PICTURED: Jennifer Blackwell

Investigators are continuing their work to learn what they can about the circumstances surrounding Jennifer’s death.

A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: “Jennifer’s family are being supported throughout this extremely distressing time and have requested privacy as I’m sure you can understand.

“They are very supportive of the work we are doing and we are accommodating their wishes as part of the very sensitive task at hand.”

Body exhumed at Carlton cemetery as murder investigation launched

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Body exhumed at Carlton cemetery as murder investigation launched

Police have today exhumed the body from a graveyard in Carlton after a murder investigation was launched.

In the early hours of today (August 10) Nottinghamshire Police were working at a site in Carlton Cemetery, Cavendish Road as part of an ongoing operation.

Detective Superintendent Rob Griffin said: “Following a review, in consultation with HM Coroner and a family, we have begun an investigation to establish the cause of a 43-year-old woman’s death.

“Jennifer Blackwell died on 28 April 2017 in circumstances which, at the time, police believed to be non-suspicious. Following a review we have launched an investigation, for which an exhumation is deemed absolutely necessary.

“This is an unusual and extraordinarily sensitive matter, which Nottinghamshire Police is treating with great seriousness and respect.

“Jennifer’s family have been, and will be kept updated and supported throughout this extremely distressing time and have requested privacy as I’m sure you can understand. They are very supportive of the work we are doing and we are accommodating their wishes as part of the very sensitive task at hand.

“Investigators are currently hard at work to learn what they can about the circumstances surrounding Jennifer’s death.

“A 38-year-old man was arrested this morning on suspicion of murder and will be questioned by officers in due course. He remains in police custody.”

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