New Netherfield shop to promote and sell work of local craft producers

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New Netherfield shop to promote and sell work of local craft producers

A new shop selling homemade crafts and bespoke items in Netherfield opened its doors to the public for the first time this week.

Ragdoll Embroidery, which is based on Victoria Road, makes many of the items they sell on site.

But as well as stocking their own handmade goods, Ragdoll also give local artists and designers the opportunity to rent shelf space and sell their own creations in the new shop.

Business owner Jo Digweed said: “You can rent out a portion of the shop from as little as £20 per month, and we promise to not take a percentage of their profits if they agree to promote the items they are selling.”

The new shop can be found next to Heart and Sole, on Victoria Road, Netherfield.

For more information check out their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ragdoll-embroidery-131408830205656/

Or Twitter @jodigweed

Netherfield’s HSBC bank closes its doors for last time

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Netherfield’s HSBC bank closes its doors for last time

Netherfield’s HSBC bank will close its doors for the final time tonight after a drop in customers forced the bank to end the local service.

Customers who use the branch of HSBC on Victoria Road will now have to travel to Arnold to visit the nearest bank as from Monday.

The closure of the branch was first announced back in September. The cash machine outside the branch will also be removed.

A spokesman for HSBC said some services will be relocated to Netherfield Post Office, where customers can check their balance and withdraw and pay in cash and cheques.

They said: “We never take the decision to close a branch lightly, and we understand it’s unsettling for the local community. Unfortunately, use of the Netherfield branch has fallen significantly over the past few years, and we’ve taken the difficult decision to close it today.

“We have been working with customers who use the branch to help them understand their options. There are also a large number of fee-free cash machines in the local area.”

Sad to see HSBC leave Netherfield? Does it matter now we have online banking?

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Gedling shoppers warned to avoid bogus websites in run up to Black Friday

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Gedling shoppers warned to avoid bogus websites in run up to Black Friday

GEDLING shoppers buying electrical goods and domestic appliances online on Black Friday are being warned to avoid bogus websites.

The National Fraud Bureau (NFIB) said it had received reports of scammers setting up bogus websites advertising electrical goods and domestic appliances at below market value that do not exist.

The fraudsters will request your card details via the website but after attempting to make a payment the purchaser will then receive an email stating the payment failed and they must pay via bank transfer.

A spokesperson for NFIB said: “The fraudsters entice the purchaser and reassure them it is a legitimate purchase by using the widely recognised Trusted Shop Trustmark.

“The fraudsters are using the Trustmark fraudulently and have not been certified by Trusted Shops and therefore the purchaser is not covered by the Trusted Shop money-back guarantee.”

What can shoppers do to protect themselves?

*Check the authenticity of the websites before making any purchases. Conduct a ‘whois’ search on the website which will identify when the website has been created, be wary of newly formed domains. You can conduct this search using the following website – https://who.is/.

*Carry out online research in relation to the website, company name and the business address provided to identify any poor feedback or possible irregularities.

*Check the Trusted Shops Facebook page where warnings about websites using their Trustmark are published. If you are in doubt about the legitimacy of a Trustmark then you can contact Trusted Shops on 0203 364 5906 or by email service@trustedshops.co.uk. They will confirm whether they have certified that website.

*Payments made via bank transfer are not protected should you not received the item. Therefore always try to make the payment via PayPal or a credit card where you have some payment cover should you not receive your product.

*If the item advertised seems too good to be true, then it probably is.

If you believe that you have been a victim of fraud you can report it online http://www.actionfraud.police.uk/report_fraud or by telephone 0300 123 2040.

Police hunt thieves after spate of burglaries in Gedling and Burton Joyce

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Police hunt thieves after spate of burglaries in Gedling and Burton Joyce

Police are warning homeowners in Gedling and Burton Joyce to be on the alert following a spate of burglaries in the area over the past fortnight.

Police say most of the offences have occurred in the afternoon or evening with offenders entering the properties through rear doors or windows.

In a recent burglary in Burton Joyce, the offender smashed a rear window to access door keys which had been left in the lock on the inside of the door by the occupant.

In all the offences, electrical items and jewellery were stolen.

Local neighbourhood inspector Andrew Berryman said there are measures the public can take to make life difficult for thieves.

He said: “Please ensure that you secure your property, even when at home, and remove keys from doors and windows. When possible, make your property look occupied when not by leaving lights on, and using timers to put televisions and radios on. Timers can be purchased from a number of outlets cheaply.”

Detectives are investigating all these offences and are keen to hear from anyone who may have information as to who may be responsible. Please contact Nottinghamshire Police via 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 with any information.

New plant shop opens this weekend at Woodthorpe Park

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New plant shop opens this weekend at Woodthorpe Park

A new plant shop at the nursery in Woodthorpe Park will open its doors to the public this Saturday and a range of special offers will be available over the opening weekend.

The nursery is the hub of the award-winning Nottingham in Bloom campaign, growing half a million plants each year for the city’s displays and playing a vital role in Nottingham’s entry into the East Midlands in Bloom competition.  It also grows plants for a number of neighbouring local authorities and others further afield.

Councillor Dave Trimble, Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Culture, said: “Over the past few years people have flocked to buy plants at the nursery’s occasional open days.  This small shop will cater for year-round demand and will support the work of the nursery.   Our team have a wealth of experience and are looking forward to sharing their skills and advice.”

Woodthorpe Park Plant Shop will open daily from 9am to 3pm. Plants on sale will include Poinsettia and Cyclamen grown at the nursery, along with a variety of other seasonal plants and shrubs.  Christmas trees, plants and gifts will also be on sale from November 28 until December 23. More information is available on www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/plantshop

There will be a day of Festive Family Fun on Saturday 12 December, from 9.30am to 3.30pm.  Attractions will include craft stalls, Santa and face painting.  Entry is free.

Arnold in seventh heaven after big win lifts them off bottom

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Arnold in seventh heaven after big win lifts them off bottom

Arnold Ladies moved off the foot of the table with an emphatic 7-1 victory against Grimsby Borough Ladies at Eagle Valley.  

Hard work is something the management at Arnold have constantly told the players that will bring success. After weeks of hard work and gradual improvement it was pleasing to see it all come together today. Facing Grimsby Borough who narrowly came away with a 2-1 win earlier in the season, it was seen as a potenial 6-pointer today with both sides occupying the bottom two spots in the league.

Arnold were boosted by a full squad having battled valiantly the previous week with just 10 players, which clearly improved the atmosphere in the dressing room although it did give manager Andy Ingle a selection headache. Straight from kick off, Arnold were quick to harrass the visitors but saw less of the ball within the first 15 minutes. Once they settled down and got a hold on the game the chances started to develop. Molly Parker looked dangerous as ever when running at the defence but to no avail. It was the returning Elli Leathen, back after an knee injury, who calmly played the ball to the captain Jen Lorimer. she turned inside her marker before placing the ball with her weaker left foot into the bottom corner.

This allowed Arnold to increase their intensity and play with more freedom. Emily Nelis was causing problems with her pace on the left side, which opened up the space for Molly Parker to run through on goal before picking her spot and doubling the lead. Minutes later it was three as Jen Lorimer found space on the edge of the box before curling the ball into the top corner.

Grimsby still looked dangerous going forward and never gave up. Numerous corners caused the Arnold defence to have to be on their guard but they stood up to everything thrown at them. Things continued to get better and better as Molly Parker found her self on the bi-line before placing the perfect pass for Emily Nellis to tap in at the back post.

4-0 at half time could in reality have been doubled but having not been in this position for a long long time, it was important that heads were kept focussed as Grimsby are a team of grafters and an early goal back would have made it a nervous second half. Whilst the game plan was being well executed it was a fluke goal that brought the visitors back into the match, as a save by Emily Hallam cruelly rebounded off her before spinning backwards into the net before she could claw it out.

Character was now so importatnt as Grimsby grew in confidence, still hoping to get something out of the game. Having weathered the storm Arnold held firm and the defensive midfielders of Chloe Jordan and Ciara Button maintained the wall infront of the back four as well as driving the side forward. Molly Parker doubled her tally with another composed finish before Natasha Leach opened her Arnold account when she scored from just outside the 6 yard box to make it 6-1.

With two players now on for a hatrick, it was great to see the home team close out the game so professionally with the bonus of Molly beating the skip to the match ball, with a simple finish at the back post.

So 7-1 at full time is a convincing win but there is still alot of the season to play. The quality and belief is here and with consistancy, this season could really be starting now as long as the players contunine their hard work, but for tonight there are smiles all round and rightly so.

Team: E.Hallam, T.Potter, C.Davey, C.Potter, C.Norman, J.Lorimer (c), E.Leathen, C.Jordan, C.Button, E.Nelis, M.Parker

Subs: B.Polak, C.Stocks, K.Hart, N.Leach

The Arnold Town Ladies 2nd team had one of those days that football often provides. Having taken the lead in the Senior League Cup v Ilkeston, they managed to watch chance after chance either hit the post (five times), be saved or miss the target. Ilkeston offered little going forward but managed to sneak the ball in at the front post following a second half corner to equalise. They then managed to take the lead 5 minutes later with a well taken direct free kick. Arnold continued to press and were finally rewarded with a good team goal with under 15 minutes to go. With only one team in it now it was heart breaking for all involved when Ilkeston were awarded a penalty in which they duly converted. Final score 2-3 but with lots of positives to be taken into next week’s game against Mansfield Town.

The Under 16’s and 18’s were in action for the Notts FA Shield. The 16’s were on wrong end of a 9-0 defeat away at Bingham whilst Notts County beat the under 18’s by a 1 goal margin, winning 3-2 at Eagle Valley

Gedling borough Christmas lights switch-on round-up

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Gedling borough Christmas lights switch-on round-up

Gedling towns and villages will light up with festive cheer in a series of Christmas light switch-ons over the next week.

Arnold’s main event will take place on Thursday, November 26, from 5.30pm, with an evening of fun and entertainment. There will be performances from the local school choirs and also Methodist youth band Altar. Refreshments will also be available during the event from the Methodist Church Hall. The Mayor of Gedling, councillor Meredith Lawrence, will arrive into Eagle Square at 6pm to officially flick the switch.

On Friday (27) The Mapperley Plains School choir will be performing before the big switch-on at Mapperley Top from 4.45pm

Carlton Square, Gedling Village and Calverton will all be lighting up their town and village centres on Saturday, November 28.

Villagers in Calverton are invited to the memorial hall to see the lights being turned on from 3.15pm.

Carlton Square will be lit up from 3.30pm. There will be tea and coffee available as well as mince pies; a local choir will also be performing.

Gedling residents can head into the village and see the Mayor of Gedling hit the switch at 6pm. After the lights switch-on, visitors can enjoy refreshments, Christmas songs and meet Santa in the Memorial Hall from 6.15pm.

Head into Lambley on Tuesday, December 1 at 6pm if you want to see the village get their festive lights turned on. Refreshments will be available from the W.I

Those free on Thursday afternoon (December 3) can head to Carlton Hill and see the lights switched on from 3.30pm

In Netherfield the big switch-on takes place on Friday, December 4 when the Mayor of Gedling will arrive to flick the switch at 5.15pm. Santa will also be making an appearance.

Ravenshead’s lights will be turned on at 4pm on Saturday, December 4.

Scam VAT letter could cost borough businesses £790

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Scam VAT letter could cost borough businesses £790

Businesses in Gedling borough are being warned not to respond to a scam letter issued by a German-based business called UK Data Control, asking for details of missing VAT numbers.

The official-looking letter asks for confirmation of VAT numbers and other business details. However, the small print within the letter from the Hamburg-based business confirms that signing and returning the form also commits the signatory to agreeing to pay £790 annually for their details to be published on a website.

Nottinghamshire County Council Trading Standards are concerned businesses in the borough may consider the letter to be an official communications and sign and return the form leading to demands for payment.

A spokesman for trading standards said: “The letter says that the sender is looking to update VAT registration numbers.

“The first page of the letter gives the impression that this is a free service, but the small print states that by returning the attached the form you are signing up to a £790 p/a advertising contract on a “UK-Data Control portal.”

We have checked the UK-Data Control portal website and have noted that several Nottinghamshire businesses are already listed on it.

We would like to assure Nottinghamshire businesses that the sender is not associated with HMRC or the County Council, and that you have no obligation to provide any information to this company.

If you have received one of these letters and received an invoice please report the matter to Action Fraud at www.actionfraud.police.uk.  We also suggest you seek legal advice before making any payment.

Burglars target properties in Arnold and Carlton while owners are away on holiday

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Burglars target properties in Arnold and Carlton while owners are away on holiday

Nottinghamshire Police has issued a warning to people in the Arnold and Carlton area after burglars targeted properties in both towns while owners were away on holiday.

The break-ins have mainly occurred over the past fortnight and the Woodthorpe and Porchester areas have been particularly affected.

Nottinghamshire Police are currently investigating these offences and would like to hear from anyone with information about the burglaries.

Andrew Berryman, local neighbourhood police inspector for Gedling North and South, said: “Both the Arnold and Carlton areas have experienced a number of dwelling burglaries in the last fortnight and it has been apparent at a number of these attacked addresses that the occupants have been away on holiday.”

He also offered the following advice to those going away on holiday over the next few weeks.

“Please ensure that you protect your property when not at home and particularly when you are away for any length of time.

“Ask a relative or neighbour to visit your address and make it appear as if the address is being used, by drawing the curtains, and switching lights on and off. Ensure that you cancel milk and newspaper deliveries. Timer switches can be inexpensive, and can be used to make the address appear occupied.”

If you have any information as to who is responsible. Please contact Nottinghamshire Police via the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, please contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Netherfield gains dedicated new Twitter feed and blog

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Netherfield gains dedicated new Twitter feed and blog

People in Netherfield are being kept up-to-date with the latest goings on and the best offers from local retailers thanks to a new dedicated twitter account and blog that launched last week.

Over 200 locals are now following @NetherfieldNG4 which says it aims to promote “the great place that is Netherfield”.

The team behind the Twitter feed have also launched a dedicated blog which keeps visitors up-to-date in greater detail on the latest happenings around the town.

You can follow the twitter feed here:  http://twitter.com/NetherfieldNG4

The Netherfield NG4 blog can be found here: http://www.netherfieldng4.blogspot.co.uk

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