Out-of-work people in Gedling borough can now benefit from an employment initiative running in the area.
A number of work clubs have been set up and currently operate in Arnold, Netherfield and Gedling.
The sessions are run by Gedling Homes, but are open to everyone in the area – not just tenants.
Those attending one of the clubs can get advice on writing CVs, learn and practice interview techniques and skills and learn how to job search using the UK’s most powerful online jobseeker toolkit, known as MyWorkSearch.
The clubs take place at the following locations:
St George’s Centre, Netherfield on Monday afternoons between 2-4pm in the IT room upstairs.
The Ark Advice Centre and Community Cafe, Wollaton Avenue, Gedling, on Tuesdays between 1-3pm
Beacon Baptist Church, Killisick, Arnold, between 2-4pm each Thursday.
For more information contact the Gedling Homes Community Development on 0115 9051515 or email enquiries@gedlinghomes.co.uk
Residents in Gedling borough are being warned about missing parcel delivery cards designed to look like they’re from Royal Mail, but are actually a scam.
The fake cards lack the Royal Mail logo but look almost identical to the ‘something for you’ slips posted through letterboxes when a delivery can’t be made.
To organise a redelivery the cards urge recipients to call a 0208 number, which is not registered to Royal Mail. After ringing the number the automated message asks for your details and consignment number.
A Royal Mail spokesperson said: “The Royal Mail security team is looking into this incident as a matter of urgency. Customers should check delivery cards very carefully to ensure they are genuine, and remain vigilant.
“Although this card is similar to one of our Something For You cards, the Royal Mail logo is crucially missing”.
SCAM: The cards being put through letterboxes contain no Royal Mail logo
He added: “Customers should also consider whether they are expecting a delivery from the company named on the card.”
Action Fraud has urged all residents not to call the number provided if in doubt and to get in touch with the centre by using its online fraud reporting tool or calling 0300 123 2040.
Sadly, scam missed delivery card scams are nothing new.
Back in 2015, Action Fraud warned people about scam postcards that were being delivered to UK residents’ homes claiming that a parcel containing “jewellery” was waiting for the homeowner.
The personally-addressed postcards said: “The office is attempting to reach you. To claim this parcel and accept this offer, you must telephone the number below immediately and arrange for a delivery. The item is prepaid, but a processing and delivery free of £10 must be remitted. This fee can be paid only by telephone and only with a credit card (VISA or MasterCard). This is your only notification”
Plans to build 340 new homes on two sites in Bestwood have been revealed.
Nottingham City Homes (NCH) is proposing to build the homes on the former Padstow School site in xxxxx and on the Ridgeway playing field.
They say the development will be a mix of homes for sale, rent and social rent across both sites.
A spokesman for Nottingham City Homes said: “Nottingham City Homes is in the early stages of developing a master plan for the development of the former Padstow School site and the Ridgeway playing field
“There is a shortage of family housing in the city and only a limited amount of space available on which to build.
“NCH would build carefully designed, energy efficient, generously proportioned, exceptional quality homes for families to live and grow.”
The firm are now keen to get views from the local community about the proposals and have organised three drop-in sessions to share the plans and let people have their say.
The first session will take place on Tuesday, August 15 at Bestwood Estate Community Centre in Gainsford Crescent between 4pm and 6.45pm.
The second drop-in session will take place on Tuesday, August 22 at Bestwood Park Community Centre on Beckhampton Road between 4pm and 6.45pm.
The final session will take place on Saturday, September 30 at The Ridge in Ridgeway between 12-3pm.
A young talented footballer who tragically died last week has been described as “a loveable lad” who will “live on in the hearts” of staff and players at the club he played for.
18-year-old Brahima Ceesay was a member of Carlton Town’s Under-18 side and was also involved in the club’s academy. He had been playing for the Millers for the past three seasons.
His manager, John Kilcullen, described the teenager as a “loveable lad” with “silky [football] skills that made him a valuable member of the team”.
He told Carlton Town‘s website: “From my point as his manager and being a friend, its a tragedy to lose someone like Brahima. Myself and all his team mates feel this shock and hurt. Brahima will always live on in our hearts on and off the field.”
Carlton Town chairman, Mick Garton and Junior team chairman, Paul Whitby say they are now busy putting plans in place at the club to honour the youngster.
In a statement, they said: “We were sat together talking about the new season a few days ago when we heard this tragic news,
“We are so sorry to hear this. It is a real tragedy, especially with him being so young. Our thoughts are obviously with his family at this time.”
“It is important we do something to honour Brahima and it would be nice if we can raise some money for the family in the process as no one should have to worry about funeral costs when your children are so young.”
The club have announced plans to hold a memorial game on Sunday, September 24 at their ground on Stoke Lane to raise money for the family. Kick-off will be at 2pm.
The match will be between a Carlton Town XI and Brahima’s former side, managed by John Kilcullen.
The club are also asking for people to donate raffle prizes which will be held after the game to boost funds.
People attending the match will also be asked to make a donation into the collection buckets on the gate.
Anyone wanting to help or donate a prize for the raffle can contact the club by email at info@carltontownfc.co.uk or can call John Kilcullen on 07412 635513
A local police team are reminding members of the public that not all quad bikes taking to the roads across the borough are illegal.
The reminder comes after complaints to officers about riders in the borough.
Police say they observed a rider recently in Netherfield, but although he was riding legally, members of the public were still appealing for officers to take action.
Now the Gedling South beat team are hoping to help people understand the rules about using quad bikes on our roads.
A spokesman for Gedling South Safer Neighbourhood Team said: “Our appeal for information about illegal motorbikes and quad bikes has been very well received and I thank you all for the information given to us, however, not all quad bikes are illegal.
“We were driving along Victoria Road yesterday and a few cars in front was a quad bike, it had a number plate, the rider was not wearing a helmet and for the time we observed him he was riding it in a responsible manner. However, we were flagged down three times by people asking us ‘Aren’t you going to do anything about him'”
“I explained that not all quad bikes were illegal and that as long as they are registered with the DVLA, carry a MOT, Tax and Insurance then they are perfectly legal to be on the road.
He added: “Also riders of Quad bikes do not have to wear helmets.”
Nottinghamshire Police recently launched a crackdown on illegal motorbikers and quad bike riders and carried out a day of action in Annesley
Tesco stores in Gedling borough are to scrap selling 5p carrier bags later this month.
The single-use carrier bags are being replaced by a new Bag For Life – which costs 10p.
Single-use plastic bags will stop being sold in Tesco stores from August 28.
The UK’s biggest supermarket says they believe that removing single use carrier bags will significantly reduce the number of bags sold, and help cut litter and landfill.
Usage of single-use carrier bags has dropped by more than 85 per cent, according to government figures.
The new bag for life is made of 94 per cent recycled plastic and will be replaced for free, if damaged.
Customers who order their shopping online will still be able to opt for a single use carrier bag for their shopping or select a bagless delivery.
Promising young Arnold boxer Kai Jones is making a name for himself in amateur boxing after proving himself among the best in the region at a recent competition.
The 14-year-old, who boxes for Arnold School of Boxing, made his mark at the inaugural East Midlands Box Cup competition, which attracted fighters from across the country.
The cup competition took place at the Grantham Meres Leisure Centre in Grantham.
After getting a bye in the semi-finals, Jones took on Harvey Elding from Fox Boxing Academy in Lincoln.
The Arnold youngster controlled the bout from start to finish using his long jab to great effect and not allowing the smaller Elding to get in close.
Jones was declared the winner on all the judges scorecards.
A bakery in Sherwood has won a prestigious food award, only nine months after first opening its doors.
Artisan bakery, café and micropub The Bakehouse has been awarded a coveted Great Taste award for its wholemeal loaf – the only bakery in Nottinghamshire to receive a Great Taste 2017 title for its bread.
The accolade top off a successful first year for The Bakehouse, coming hot on the heels of a series of regional award wins.
Great Taste is the world’s most coveted food awards, celebrating the very best in food and drink. Over 12,300 products were judged from artisan and specialist food producers.
The Bakehouse’s traditional wholemeal loaf was praised by the judging panel for its “complex delicious flavour”, “attractive appearance” and “good spring”.
Judged by over 500 of the most demanding palates, belonging to food critics, chefs, cooks, restaurateurs and producers, as well as a whole host of food writers and journalists, Great Taste is widely acknowledged as the most respected food accreditation scheme for artisan and speciality food producers.
AWARD WINNER: The Bakehouse in Mansfield Road, Sherwood
As well as a badge of honour, the unmistakeable black and gold Great Taste label is a signpost to an outstanding-tasting product, discovered through extensive blind-tasting by the expert judging panel.
The Bakehouse, located on Mansfield Road, is owned by Michelin-trained chef Craig Poynter and his wife Rosea, and specialises in bread baked fresh from scratch on the premises every day, using wholly traditional methods.
Craig says: “We are delighted to have been awarded a prestigious Great Taste award, and to have achieved this feat in our first year of trading is something very special indeed.
“We established The Bakehouse on the principles of bringing back traditional methods, locally sourced produce and baking fresh, on site, every day. This award recognizes the high quality of the baked goods we’re creating, and we cannot praise our team enough for their hard work.
“Particular thanks go to our night baker Chris for his dedication, arriving on site at 12.00am every morning and baking through the small hours to ensure our customers enjoy outstanding fresh bread every day!
“This Great Taste award comes at an exciting time for the business, as The Bakehouse’s offer continues to grow and develop, and we look forward to introducing new products and experiences for our customers to enjoy.”
The panel of Great Taste award judges included: chef, food writer and author, Gill Meller; MasterChef judge and restaurant critic, Charles Campion; author and chef, Zoe Adjonyoh; baker, Tom Herbert; and food writer and baking columnist Martha Collison as well as food buyers from Fortnum & Mason, Selfridges, and Harvey Nichols.
Police are appealing for information after a number of car windows were smashed in the Dorchester, Carlton and Mapperley areas.
House-to-house enquiries and CCTV investigations are ongoing into the criminal damage incidents, which all happened on Tuesday (1 August) morning.
A windscreen was smashed on a Vauxhall Zafira in Porchester Road, a passenger window was smashed on a Ford Focus in Foxhill Road, a Peugeot 207 in Foxhill Road East and another vehicle in Foxhill Road Central and the rear window of another vehicle was smashed in Woodbrough Road.
A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: “If you witnessed any of the incidents or have any information, please call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
