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New bench celebrating reign of Queen Elizabeth II unveiled at Arnold park

The bench was commissioned for the Jubilee earlier this year and arrived this morning at Church Lane Recreation Ground.

Get £500 in cash for taking on dream job as pub tester

Heineken is on the hunt for seven Green Pub Testers following the launch of its very first Green Pub Guide

Nottingham hospitals declare critical incident and postpones non-urgent operations

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust said the move was due to pressure across the county's health system.

Latest images show progress on £8.5m project which will help fish swim up the River Trent at Colwick.

The structure at Holme Sluices will be the largest of its kind in the country and will serve as an ‘elevator’ to allow fish to hop up and downstream.

Ribbon-cutting celebrates opening of new development that will bring 400 new homes to Gedling

Phase 2 of the development located on Arnold Lane will provide an additional 400 homes in the area. 

Police ‘concerned’ for missing Calverton teen

Dylan Young, 15, was reported missing from the Calverton area on Monday, September 26

Gedling borough: Planning applications submitted near you

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Crime across Gedling borough: Interactive map shows what crimes are happening where you live

Each month Gedling Eye will chart every crime in the borough on an interactive map for readers to stay on top of what is happening and where.

REVEALED: Fire service support staff cuts could be on the way if more funding isn’t found

Job cuts to staff working in support services – those who are not firefighters – are in the pipeline.

Hundreds of people call for improvements to play area on Lambley Lane Recreation Ground in Gedling

A petition has been started and so far signed by over 250 people calling for the playground to be revamped.

King Charles III coins to enter circulation, Royal Mint confirms

The first coins bearing the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III will enter circulation in line with demand from banks and post offices

The planned roadworks and road changes in Gedling borough over the next few weeks

The roadworks and road changes include things such as speed alterations, repair works and changing the layout of the roads. 

Martin Lewis asks people to submit meter readings before energy bill hike in October

People are being urged to submit a meter reading to make sure their energy supplier does not charge you more after the new price cap takes effect.

Aldi boss says preserving lower prices is more important than short-term profit

Aldi UK attracted 1.5 million extra customers to its stores over the past 12 weeks

Hoardings come down as Gedling Borough Council announces The AMP in Arnold will be opening ‘very soon’

The hoardings have come down around The AMP building in Arnold, with Gedling Borough Council announcing that further information about the opening dates will...

Landlord licence scheme extended to four new areas of Gedling borough

Gedling Borough Council has agreed to extend the Selective Licensing Scheme to Colwick, Carlton Hill, Daybrook and Newstead Village

Big four grocers slammed by RAC for failing to pass on fuel savings

“We hope the Competition and Markets Authority is watching what’s happening closely.”

Gedling borough residents to have say on regional masterplan for future housing

The joint plan between Gedling Borough Council, Nottingham City Council, Broxtowe Borough Council and Rushcliffe Borough Councils will be published later in the year

Two-day event celebrating video gaming to take place this December at Richard Herrod Centre in Carlton

The Nottingham Video Games Expo will be taking place at the centre on December 17 and 18.

MARK GLOVER: Any suggestion that fracking will bring down our energy bills is pie in the sky

Business and energy secretary Jacob Rees-Mogg officially announced the lifting of the ban on fracking on Thursday (22)

Trading Standards warning over rogue traders targeting elderly and vulnerable residents in Gedling borough

Trading Standards officers from Nottinghamshire County Council have been offering advice and information on how to say no to doorstep callers

East Midlands Railway services in Gedling borough to be cancelled as fresh rail strikes announced

East Midlands Railway has confirmed that all Gedling borough train services will be cancelled when strike action takes place on Saturday, October 1.

Dr Ian Campbell: The Government really IS out of touch with what’s happening in general practice if they think their two-week GP appointment plan...

Dr Ian Campbell is a GP at Jubilee Park Medical Practice in Carlton and shared his thoughts with Gedling Eye

War derails plan to shut down Ratcliffe power station and it will now remain in operation over the winter to boost UK power supply

Owners Uniper says it will carry on running the coal-fired facility at Ratcliffe-on-Soar to boost the UK's power supply

Six schools across Gedling borough receive a share of £9.5m upgrade fund

Schools across Gedling borough are to receive a share of £9.5m in funding to make infrastructure improvements.Six borough schools will receive the cash during...

The Vibe – your cultural guide to what’s going on in Gedling borough (23-29 September)

Never miss a thing in Gedling borough ever again. From theatre to film, live music to art exhibitions, The Vibe is the only guide you need to know what's on and what's happening across the borough...

Carlton Foodbank makes plea for donations after stocks run low

They are running low on toilet rolls, coffee, sugar and multipack crisps and are hoping the generous public can help them out.

Gedling Borough Council issues update as serious concerns are raised over delays to opening of new £4m AMP market development in Arnold

"It’s hoped that the site will be officially completed and ready for opening in the coming days.”

New £15.7m Top Wighay offices near Linby ‘on track and on budget’ but there is ‘potential’ for inflation-related cost rises, says council

The major new building, on the Hucknall-Linby border, was given planning consent in July and will be the Conservative-led authority’s first low-carbon office.

Nottingham’s Goose Fair returns with special ten-day event

t's been two years since the fair last welcomed the crowds due to Covid.

New Nottinghamshire chief constable will make sure communities ‘feel safe and listened to’

Meynell is the current Deputy Chief Constable at Derbyshire Constabulary and is now set to return to work at the force where she began and spent most of her career.

Arnold Hill Spencer Academy encourages prospective pupils to attend open days and discover what opportunities await them

Arnold Hill Spencer Academy will hold two open days and a tour over the coming weeks so parents and carers can learn more about the school

Patients will be promised GP appointments within two weeks, Coffey to say

Health and Social Care Secretary Therese Coffey will announce the changes as part of her 'Plan for Patients'.

People in Gedling borough ‘should be on high alert’ for energy-related scams, Which? warns

Over 40 million people have been targeted by scammers amidst the cost-of-living crisis. Out of this, 12% of scams are related to energy.

Chancellor set to announce tightening of Universal Credit rules on Friday

The new measures will aim to push more workers claiming Universal Credit to increase their hours or face a cut in their benefits.

Arnold firm nets £500 for hospitals charity by holding penalty shootout challenge at Notts festival

Lindleys held the charity challenge at the Riverside Festival on Nottingham's Victoria Embankment

The generous Mapperley secondary handing out free uniforms, food and school trips to help families through the cost of living crisis

The Wells Academy is providing hundreds of pounds’ worth of free equipment including school blazers, ties, food and even trips.

Wholesale energy costs for Gedling borough businesses to be capped during winter months

They will see government-funded cuts to their energy bills in line with the reductions that have already been announced for homes.

Can a smart meter help me reduce the impact of soaring energy bills?

Many of us are now turning to smart meters in a bid to save cash – but can they really make a difference to our bills?

These are the latest police priorities for Gedling borough cops

The current police priorities are currently in place until the end of September

Rail strikes to disrupt Gedling borough railway services next month

The strike by the RMT will take place on October 1 and will have a huge impact on services.

‘No easy answer’ to fixing delays in ambulance response times across Notts, EMAS boss warns

New East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) figures show the organisation missed all its response targets for both category one and category two emergencies

Chance to explore ‘picturesque and peaceful’ Gedling Crematorium site during community open day

People will have the chance to tour the facilities and take a walk in the landscaped grounds as well as to meet the staff

CAMRA warns price of pint could rise to £20 without energy bill support for Gedling borough pubs

Thousands of members of the consumer organisation are urgently writing to their MPs seeking their support for the Great British Pub. 

Carlton-based developer to bring colourful taste of Copenhagen to Bridlesmith Gate in Nottingham

A Carlton developer has begun working with local organisations to bring a colourful taste of Copenhagen to Nottingham city centre

Government could ditch menu calorie counts after just five months

Ministers have ordered an official review of its anti-obesity strategy. As a result, menu calorie counts could now be scrapped

Nominate local heroes and businesses for Pride of Gedling 2022 award

This year’s awards ceremony, in association with Keepmoat Homes, will take place on November 9 at the council’s civic centre in Arnold. 

The planned roadworks and road changes in Gedling borough over the next few weeks

The roadworks and road changes include things such as speed alterations, repair works and changing the layout of the roads. 

Three-year plan to offer support for county’s struggling bus services

Figures show the bus sector is struggling across Nottinghamshire, with usage currently only back to 80 to 85 per cent of the numbers seen prior to the pandemic.

REVEALED: East Midlands Ambulance Service failed to hit serious call response targets for 12 months

Longer-than-anticipated patient handovers to hospitals have been blamed

Plans submitted to transform former Netherfield cinema into new homes

A former Victorian cinema in Netherfield could soon be converted into nine new homes if plans get the green light from Gedling Borough Council.

Gedling WBA featherweight champion Leigh Wood forced to postpone WBA featherweight title defence vs. Mauricio Lara due to injury

Wood was due to defend his WBA 'regular' featherweight title on 24 September 24 against Mauricio Lara at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham.

Changes to Gedling borough’s Monday bin collections following Queen’s death

The local authority has confirmed changes to bin collections due to Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral.

Rivendell View Care Home in Stoke Bardolph voted one of the region’s best

The award is based on reviews of the care home written by their residents, as well as their friends and relatives.

Arnbrook Primary School ‘thrilled’ by ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted

The inspectors recognised the school has significantly improved since its last inspection in 2018, where the school was deemed as ‘requires improvement’.

Holy Cannoli cafe in Mapperley announces it’s ‘closing for good’

Holy Cannoli, in Plains Road, made the announcement on their Facebook page.

A tale of tales across Gedling borough

Early storytelling combined all the present day forms of entertainment, stories, poetry, music, and dance.

All remaining Tour of Britain stages CANCELLED following death of The Queen

In a statement released by Tour of Britain last night (Thursday), they have announced that the remaining stages have been cancelled.

What happens now the Queen has died?

Queen Elizabeth II will lie in state in Edinburgh and Westminster as part of 10 days of national mourning begin today (Friday, 9).

Gedling MP Tom Randall pays tribute to The Queen

Mr Randall called it 'devastating news'

Rest in peace Ma’am

Queen Elizabeth II has died today aged 96.

Gedling brings out the banners to welcome Tour of Britain riders to the borough

Competitors will race through the borough at lunchtime

Councillors green light controversial plans to transform Netherfield property into HMO

Plans were submitted to change a property on Chandos Street into a seven-bedroomed HMO.

Police snare men who stole almost £3k worth of Lego and kids toys from Netherfield store

Three thieves who brazenly stole high-value Lego kits and kids toys from a B&M stores in Netherfield have been warned they face jail if...

Detectives hunt distraction thieves who swiped cash from elderly victim on Carlton bus after watching them make bank withdrawal

Nottinghamshire Police’s Proactive Crime Team have released a series of CCTV stills of people that could help them with their inquiries.

The Crossing Social Club in Carlton to host charity event for Notts Blood Bikes

A charity event is being organised to raise funds for Nottinghamshire Blood Bikes.The fundraising night will be held at The Crossing Social Club on...

Plans submitted for £25m logistics development on former Total Fuels site in Colwick

Colwick Gateway will be located on the 6.35-acre site in Colwick Industrial Estate

Police Interceptors: Cops get an icy reception while trying to aid man found ‘freezing to death’ in Ravenshead field

The race is on to find the man after he went missing walking home from a pub in sub-zero temperatures.

Gedling councillor’s anger after borough parks miss out on fresh ‘levelling up’ funding

Cash is being given to councils to create or significantly revamp existing parks in 85 neighbourhoods they say are most deprived of outdoor space.

Direct trains from Nottingham to Matlock will return this December

The service will return after the next timetable change, which takes place in December.

Aldi named as UK’s cheapest supermarket for third month in row

Aldi has borough stores in Daybrook, Mapperley and Netherfield.

The planned roadworks and road changes in Gedling borough over the next few weeks

The roadworks and road changes include things such as speed alterations, repair works and changing the layout of the roads. 

Drivers still getting ‘raw deal’ at petrol pumps despite record fuel price drop

They estimate motorists are overpaying by around 9p a litre.

Gedling MP Tom Randall expects commitment to Notts ‘levelling up’ plans from new PM Liz Truss

Lis Truss will officially become Prime Minister on Tuesday after visiting The Queen at Balmoral Castle.

Food box scheme supporting borough’s poorest families could leave children’s centres in Arnold and Netherfield

A food scheme supporting some of Gedling borough's poorest families could be moved from children’s centres and instead run through community groups

The road closures in place as the Tour of Britain comes to Gedling borough

The fifth stage of the Tour of Britain event returns to the borough on Thursday (September 8), bringing with it a host of road closures.

Police name 90-year-old man who died after tragic Mapperley shop car park incident

George Williams, from the Carlton area of Nottingham, sadly died after being taken to hospital.

Work continues at pace on £8.5m project which will help salmon swim up the River Trent at Colwick.

The structure at Holme Sluices will be the largest of its kind in the country and will serve as an ‘elevator’ to allow fish to hop up and downstream.

Linby lands county council cash to fix broken pavements

Nottinghamshire County Council’s Local Communities Fund (LCF) provides a platform for groups to access much-needed money to deliver local projects.

TONY CAVE: Early morning train passenger numbers return to pre-pandemic levels at Carlton

Local station adopter and train expert Tony Cave updates us on the latest news from our local railways

Trio charged after Lego sets and kids toys worth almost £3,000 are stolen from B&M store in Netherfield

Lego sets and children’s toys worth almost £3,000 were stolen from a third B&M store, at Victoria Retail Park in Netherfield.

Landlord ordered to repay rent after being ‘misled’ about licensing Netherfield property

The letting agents suggested that the property was not in an area of selective licensing, and so no licence was required.

Decisions due on new HMO in Netherfield and CCTV camera at Arnold park

Plans for a new HMO in Netherfield and CCTV camera at a park in Arnold blighted by anti-social behaviour are set to be decided by Gedling Borough councillors next week.

TV debate planned as Hooters is revealed as new sponsors of Burton Joyce Under-10s team

Hooters announced the sponsorship deal with Burton Joyce's under-10s side late on Wednesday evening and organised a photocall.

Gedling Borough Council scraps plans to sell land near Killisick Lane in Arnold which is popular with dog walkers

The land had previously been allocated for housing in the 2018 cross-party agreed Local Plan

Bus driver shortage laid bare as 130 vacancies cause Trentbarton to cancel 1,600 services in two weeks

The company, which runs dozens of routes around the East Midlands, was forced to cancel 1,614 individual timed services in just two weeks

New era for public transport in borough villages as Stagecoach prepares to take over running of 141 bus service on Monday

The bus serves Bestwood Village, Linby, Papplewick and Ravenshead, which are based in the borough.

Councillor submits request for new cameras to enforce speed zone in Burton Joyce

Nottinghamshire County Councillor Mike Adams, who represents Carlton East, informed villagers of the request via his Facebook page.

REVEALED: What the £1.14bn East Midlands devolution deal means and what happens next

On Tuesday (August 30) pen was put to paper on a £1.14 billion agreement to bring greater spending power and decision-making to local leaders.

Sainsbury’s to invest millions to help shoppers at Gedling borough stores with rising costs

It has said that £60 million of the cash will predominantly go towards the cost of food in September

Asda confirms plans to acquire 132 convenience stores from The Co-op

The supermarket giant has said the move is part of its growth strategy to move into the convenience market 'and bring Asda value to more local communities'.

New free Gedling borough news magazine launches – and is now available to pick up from local venues

A new free bi-monthly magazine has been launched covering in-depth news from across Gedling borough.This is Gedling was published for the first time last...

East Midlands to get elected mayor as £1.14bn devolution deal signed with Government

It means leaders will be given more power by the Government to make localised decisions.

Gedling borough planning applications: Plans for new gym and church to flats conversion in Netherfield

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

PICTURES: Wacky entries for 2022 Stoke Bardolph Scarecrow Festival

The annual festival sees residents in the village decorate the outside of their homes or roadside verges with a colourful array of homemade straw-filled sculptures

The planned roadworks and road changes in Gedling borough over the next few weeks

The roadworks and road changes include things such as speed alterations, repair works and changing the layout of the roads. 

Pubs closure threat as energy bills face 300% rise

Brewery bosses are now calling for "immediate government intervention" on sky-high energy bills this winter.

Former Woodthorpe cop pens book about murder arrests

Tom Andrews made three murder arrests despite only being a beat constable.

The Vale in Woodthorpe gets new management and revamp

Work to improve the popular pub has already begun - with the team giving the building a lick of paint inside and also improving the garden area.

Energy bills to soar as price cap gets hiked to £3,549

The record 80% hike in October will see a typical default tariff customer paying an extra £1,578

Fresh calls for new River Trent road bridge – but Nottinghamshire County Council says idea is ‘on back burner’

The potential new bridge could connect Colwick and Netherfield, in Gedling, to the south bank in Rushcliffe, close to Radcliffe-on-Trent.

Fake blue plaque about Gedling MP’s vote on Environment Bill appears next to stream hit by raw sewage in Carlton

The plaque appeared yesterday and reads: 'Tom Randall voted for raw sewage to be dumped here 2021'.

New UK company to take over running of East Midlands Railway

Management buyout from the state-owned rail company, Nederlandse Spoorwegen will pave the way for a new UK-based company to take over all Abellio UK’s existing services

School uniform bank set up in Burton Joyce to help families suffering financial hardship

A new school uniform bank has been installed in the village's Co-op car park, allowing parents to donate Burton Joyce Primary School uniforms around the clock.

Gedling’s WBA featherweight champion Leigh Wood to fight Mauricio Lara at Nottingham Motorpoint Arena next month

Gedling's very own WBA featherweight champion boxer Leigh Wood will be back fighting in Nottingham on September 24 when he defends his title against Mauricio Lara at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham.

‘Critical’ Gedling borough bus services avoid axe as government announces new funding

£130m has been handed to Nottinghamshire County Council and will offer financial support to keep the 46 and 47 service going.

Asda to remove best before dates from 250 fruit and veg products

The supermarket giant has said it will leave the dates off produce including citrus fruits, potatoes, cauliflowers and carrots across all its UK stores

Gedling borough: Planning applications submitted near you

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Pensioners bond during salon sessions at Stoke Bardolph care home

Two residents from Stoke Bardolph care home, Rivendell View, have formed an unbreakable friendship after one resident offered her skills to cheer up her neighbour.

Gedling Borough Council to keep Arnold swimming pools and cinema open this August bank holiday to help with cost of living struggles

Gedling Borough Council says decision was taken to ensure families struggling with rising bills can offer children day out

Free events and activities planned in Arnold as Gedling borough gears up for Nottinghamshire Day celebrations

Gedling Borough Council has organised a number of events and activities in Arnold to celebrate all the great things about Nottinghamshire.

The planned roadworks and road changes in Gedling borough over the next few weeks

The roadworks and road changes include things such as speed alterations, repair works and changing the layout of the roads. 

Gedling Borough may need to find almost £1m to fund potential £1,925 all-staff pay award

Unions have called for either £2,000 or a rise in line with inflation to help council workers cope with the cost of living crisis

Nottingham City Transport raises fares as cost of living bites

The transport firm says fuel and staffing costs are much higher than at the start of the year, with diesel costing NCT up to 50% more and its gas price almost double. 

Bungling Calverton thief jailed after pushing stolen fridge freezer in wheelbarrow

Michael Wilson, was arrested at his home address where police found the fridge freezer still in its packaging.

Post disruption warned for Gedling borough residents as Royal Mail workers prepare to strike

Postal workers employed by Royal Mail are set to strike for the first time in 13 years in a national dispute over pay.

Much-loved historic Arnold pub was sold to help start iconic brewery

Local historian Bob Massey shares the history of the Seven Stars public house in Arnold, which one of four pubs in the town at the time.

Gedling Borough Council reveals £150 tax rebate scheme has been extended for those who have not claimed cash using paper vouchers

The government issued the council tax rebate earlier this year to help with increased home energy costs

Campaign success as council plans crossing on Digby Avenue in Mapperley

A petition calling for a crossing on the road attracted over 800 signatures.

Nottingham Hospital’s comms chief ‘blocked’ bereaved parents on Twitter

Nottingham University Hospital’s director of communications has apologised after she blocked the Twitter accounts of bereaved parents

OPINION: I fear for future of Hobbucks Nature Reserve if Killisick Lane land sale isn’t managed properly by council

Blogger and environmentalist Howard Usher shares his fears around the development of land around the Hobbucks Nature Reserve in Arnold

Preloved school uniforms available for free at upcycling event in Mapperley to help parents during cost of living crisis

The Open Day has been organised by The Uniform Project and is taking place at St Jude's Church, on Woodborough Road

Asda rewards card launches in Arnold store following successful trial

Customers will see their cashpot build up in the app as they shop, and they can redeem their cash whenever they choose by creating a voucher in the app.

Gedling borough: Planning applications submitted near you

Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide. 

Notts mental health service seeing ‘huge increase’ in demand for support due to cost of living crisis

A recent poll conducted by Sky News and YouGov reported that nearly a third of people say they feel more depressed about the rising cost of living than they did six months ago

Train strikes will hit Gedling borough services today and Saturday

Strike action is planned on Thursday, August 18 and Saturday, August 20.

‘Victory for people power’: Stagecoach confirmed as new provider for under-threat 141 bus service that serves borough villages

Bus provider Stagecoach will take on the under-threat 141 bus route from next month

Iceland is offering customers interest-free loans for food shopping to help families through cost of living crisis

Customers can take out small loans on a pre-loaded card to cover their grocery shop of up to £100. 

County’s district councils planning for ‘significant’ rise in heating and energy costs

Gedling Borough Council has provided a snapshot of how much extra cash is needed to keep its buildings running.

Birds Bakery announces plan to open new store at Teal Park near Netherfield this September

Birds Bakery plans to open a new 1,200 ft² store on the business park in early September, creating eight new jobs.

Man’s body recovered from River Trent after search near Stoke Bardolph Weir

Police have recovered a man’s body from the River Trent following reports a man had gone missing on Sunday evening near Stoke Bardolph.

The planned roadworks and road changes in Gedling borough over the next few weeks

The roadworks and road changes include things such as speed alterations, repair works and changing the layout of the roads. 

More dates announced for ghoul hunts at ‘haunted’ Gedling Station building

A group of ghost hunt experts will be exploring the history of Gedling Station – but will there be any paranormal activity?

First Netherfield Pride festival to take place this Saturday

The celebration is taking place around the town centre this Saturday (20) from 11am until late.

Morrisons, Tesco and Sainsbury’s stop selling disposable barbecues

The supermarket giants said they will are temporarily dropping the product during the current spell of dry weather.

Paralympic gold medallist Richard Whitehead opens new Aldi store at Teal Park near Netherfield

The Magenta Way store near Netherfield will be run by Store Manager Stuart Levick, along with a team of 38 colleagues from the local community.

Latest Gedling borough crime map: what’s been reported in your street?

Each month Gedling Eye will chart every crime in the borough on an interactive map for readers to stay on top of what is happening and where.

Pair charged and remanded over cannabis grow in Calverton

Nearly 200 plants were discovered after officers executed a Misuse of Drugs Act warrant at the address in Crookdole Lane.

Arnold youngsters treated to day out at Fantasy Island in Ingoldmells by generous owners

Four coaches left Arnold this morning (11) taking children and their parents to Ingoldmells for the special day.

Shocking CCTV footage shows youngsters dancing in front of on-coming train at Burton Joyce rail crossing

The shocking footage shows three school-age children walking across a pedestrian crossing near the village before stopping in the middle of the track.

East Midlands Railway in no train travel plea to Gedling borough passengers on rail strike dates

Rail users in Gedling borough are being urged not to travel by train during the next set of strike action dates.East Midlands Railways is...

Council urge people not to have barbecues in Gedling borough parks in bid to prevent grass fires

Gedling Borough Council is urging people to refrain from taking barbecues to local parks and also take care with cigarettes in a bid to...
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