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New programme of guided nature walks announced at Netherfield Lagoons

The walks at Netherfield Lagoons are being organised by Gedling Conservation Trust

Neighbourhood policing inspector for Gedling borough updates on crime fighting progress made in February

Gedling neighbourhood policing team’s Inspector Steve King has provided an update on how they have progressed on tackling crime across the borough during February...Following our April...

The small Gedling borough village ‘desperate’ for a doctors’ surgery and more shops

Bestwood Village has been expanding in recent years, and 101 homes have already been built in the area following the site’s allocation for housing under a council plan

Woodborough residents “delighted” as up to £500,000 awarded to repair damaged roads

Council plans state that between £400,000 and £500,000 is being put aside for resurfacing and structural patching works on the village’s busiest roads.

Industry award nod for top team at Arnold opticians

One team based at an Arnold opticians is celebrating after being shortlisted for a top industry award.Specsavers on Front Street, which is locally owned...

The Burton Joyce junction where residents have to leave their homes in wellies

Burton Joyce residents claim they have to wear wellies to leave their homes during torrential downpours because drains “just can’t cope”.The corner of Whitworth...

Major new recycling rules affecting all borough homes now in force

The UK government’s Simpler Recycling scheme is now officially in force across Gedling borough.

Three children and baby hubs will open in Gedling borough in a bid to make family life easier

Parents will be able to access help with infant feeding, parenting advice and early support for children with SEND

‘Mystery’ sinkhole left to ‘creep’ across Arnold street

A resident says the sinkhole is now “creeping further” across the road.

Woodthorpe man jailed after car stop leads police to large drugs haul

A Woodthorpe man who tried to throw away a bundle of cocaine under a car during a struggle with police officers has been jailed.

Multi-Academy trust with seven schools in borough reaches the country’s top tier in performance measures

The Flying High Partnership, a primary only multi-academy trust with schools across the East Midlands, has achieved top tier results in performance tables,

Tell Police and Crime Commissioner about crime concerns across Gedling borough at community chat event

The Public Safety Social in Gedling Borough event will be 'about listening, explaining and solving things together.'

Police patrols to remain in place as ‘School Wars’ trend continues across Gedling borough

High-visibility patrols will remain in place across the borough as a national ‘scare mongering’ online trend encouraging violence between schools continues. The 'School Wars' trend...

Green light for Carlton Active as council moves forward with major health and leisure transformation 

The proposed development will create a state-of-the-art health and leisure centre, on the Richard Herrod site

Air ambulance charity store opens in Arnold

The Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance (LNAA) has opened a new charity shop in Arnold town centre.Located at 86–88 Front Street, the store is...

Pothole protest ‘not political’, campaigners say

Members of the Gedling Borough Potholes Group carried out a demonstration outside Nottinghamshire County Council's HQ last week

Gedling Borough Council finalise budget for 2026/27

A council tax increase of 2.998% has now been approved

Upper crust: Arnold butcher scoops top prize for pork pie at prestigious awards

AE. Chamber Ltd scooped best Pork Pie, seeing off a total of 56 entries

Fight continues to save Arnold’s ‘heart and soul’ pub from closure

The pub giant has put the spot in Nottingham Road on the market for offers in excess of £400,000.

Teenager charged following street fight in Carlton

Police were called to Cavendish Road on Sunday

Latest planning applications submitted to Gedling Borough Council

These applications will now be decided by Gedling borough planners.

Neighbourhood policing inspector for Gedling borough updates on crime fighting progress made in February

Gedling neighbourhood policing team’s Inspector Steve King has provided an update on how they have progressed on tackling crime across the borough during December

£225k ‘urgent’ road repairs announced in Gedling borough – but critics say plans ‘far too late’

“Urgent” road repairs totalling £225,000 in a bid to fix Nottinghamshire’s crumbling roads has been unveiled.Reform-led Nottinghamshire County Council has come under fire in...

34% drop in store thefts in Gedling borough following police crackdown

Officers identified, then targeted the most prolific local offenders across the borough

Two arrested following high-speed police chase through Arnold on stolen motorbike

Officers were on patrol in the town when they spotted two men riding a motorbike which did not have a registration plate.

OPINION – CLLR ANDREW MEADS: “The Carlton Active project will bring many challenges and should not go ahead in its current form”

Councillor Andrew Meads is an independent councillor representing the Calverton ward on Gedling Borough Council. Here he voices his concerns about the council's latest...

Warning signs installed due to potholes on ‘Nottinghamshire’s most dangerous road’

Campaigners have called on the Reform-run Nottinghamshire County Council do more after the potholes were reported a week before.

Councillors slam decision to exclude ‘lifeline’ bowls club from redevelopment plans

The group of councillors have called on Gedling Borough Council to reconsider keeping the club in plans by ensuring the decision is re-assessed by a committee.

Council tax increase of 2.99 per cent proposed for Gedling borough residents

The rise has been proposed for Gedling borough residents to help the authority ‘ensure financial sustainability’.

Prolific sex offender from Daybrook back in prison after making threat to BBC radio presenter and deleting messages on his phone

Michael James, aged 57, has convictions for sexual offences dating back to 1993

Gedling MP joins fight to save Arnold Wetherspoons following news of possible closure

Michael Payne took to social media over the weekend to share the news that The Ernehale pub is facing the threat of being sold

Members say fight will continue to save bowls club following leisure centre snub

Devastated members of a long-standing bowls club are fearing for its future after a council refused to U-turn on plans to exclude it from...

Vistry Group and Jigsaw Homes Group celebrate new partnership at flagship development in Linby

A housing developer has announced a new collaboration with Jigsaw Homes Group to deliver 43 much-needed affordable homes at its flagship Linby Meadows development. This...

Appeal for urgent repairs over ‘crater’ potholes on Colwick Loop Road

The dire condition of the A612 Colwick Loop Road has been showcased in a video

‘It works well’: Reform council leader responds to Nigel Farage wanting end to working from home

The Reform leader of Nottinghamshire County Council says the authority’s working-from-home policy “works well”Cllr Mick Barton, whose Reform group took control of the council...

Gedling councillor calls for cross-party working group to help tackle pothole problem

Angry letters have also been sent to councillors by residents as part of a fresh campaign

MP announces winners of her annual Small Business Awards

The awards were set up to recognise the hard work, creativity and resilience of small businesses across Sherwood Forest

Reform council leader makes promise as £44m efficiencies programme criticised by Gedling councillor as being ‘built on sand’

Shortly after winning the 2025 election the council’s officers began their own efficiency review to find cost savings amid continued budget pressures

Colwick teenager shares grief over death of younger brother on new mental health podcast

Ella Mai Blower is the first guest for series three of the The NottAlone Podcast

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

STEPHANIE IRONS MURDER: Tributes paid as killer is given life sentence

The parents of murdered Stephanie Irons have shared touching words after her killer was locked up for life

Massive overhaul of Notts councils moves to next stage with major public consultation

The government have launched their public consultation on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire

Bridge over Trent on track to hit spring completion date

It's being prepared opening to the public this spring

Woman charged following investigation into murder of ‘bright young star’ Stephanie Irons in Mapperley

Emergency services found the 23-year-old in the living room of her home on Westdale Lane on October 21, 2005

Work on £20m regeneration plan for Carlton area to begin in April

The scheme will deliver positive improvements for more than 53,000 residents in the designated area

Three more Gedling borough schools sign up to Government’s free breakfast club scheme

The government announced that more children in the UK will now benefit from Best Start free breakfast clubs this Spring

Police step up off-road bike patrols to crackdown on anti-social behaviour in Colwick

The patrols were carried out last month following reports of ASB in the area

Police CCTV picture appeal following damage to village hall cameras in Woodborough

Police are seeking the public's help after receiving reports about the incident at the village hall.

Plan that could put Calverton leisure centre at risk ‘bang out of order’

Residents in Calverton have branded plans that could put their popular village leisure centre at risk of closure “bang out of order”.Gedling Borough Council...

Man pleads guilty to murder of Steph Irons in Mapperley

Adedapo Adegbola, 40, fatally wounded the 23-year-old as he visited her address on October 21

PCC proposes council tax rise to help keep neighbourhood policing teams boosted

Nottinghamshire's Police and Crime Commissioner Gary Godden Gary Godden has proposed a rise in council tax which he says will help fund ensure Nottinghamshire Police...

Police issue cold call scam warning to Gedling borough residents following reports that homes are being targeted in the area

Scam callers have been claiming to be from British Gas or Severn Trent Water

Arnold woman contributes picture to new mosaic made from thousands of fan photos capturing 25 years of memories at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham

 An Arnold woman has contributed to one huge mosaic made entirely from photographs submitted by fans and local people.The artwork has been permanently installed...

Community fights to protect ‘lifeline’ Calverton Leisure Centre over closure fears

Residents in Calverton are fighting to protect a “lifeline” leisure centre over closure fears as a council reviews all of its sites due to...

Apprenticeship and recruitment event to take place in Arnold next month

The event is being organised by Gedling Borough Council in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions

‘We’re not making it easier for ourselves’: Nottinghamshire County Council say tax hike ‘one of lowest in decade’

Reform-led Nottinghamshire County Council will not be putting up council tax by the maximum amount – but a significant sum in reserve cash will...

Charterpoint submits planning application for new care home in Gedling

Senior living developer Charterpoint has submitted a planning application to build a new 80-bed care home in Gedling.The proposals are for a modern three-storey...

Carlton-based developer makes seven-figure investment to help Notts coffee firm expand into Leicester

One of the region’s fastest‑growing coffee and bakery brands has secured a seven‑figure investment from a Carlton-based businessman, paving the way for major expansion. It is a...

Roadworks and closures planned for Gedling borough this week

Take a look at the roadworks and closures scheduled for Gedling borough's roads over the coming days

Four years in jail for burglar who targeted Netherfield store

Christos Iona will now spend years behind bars after a Items were stolen from a Netherfield store

‘We’re not a slash and burn council’: Nottinghamshire County Council finance councillor defends Reform’s planned £40m savings

An update to finances was presented in the authority’s Overview Committee meeting on Thursday

Flats plan for former dance studio on Carlton Hill approved

Proposals to convert the building into 11 one-bed flats were have been criticised by a doctor

Man jailed for attempted murder after ‘frenzied’ attack outside supermarket in Mapperley

A man has been jailed after repeatedly stabbing a man during a 'frenzied' knife attack on Westdale Lane in MapperleyThe victim suffered around 80...

Revamped Powerleague complex opens in Arnold following £890,000 investment

The facility has eight five-a-side pitches and one full-size pitch

Police close road in Carlton as bomb squad moves in to deal with unexploded shell

A road was closed by police in Carlton and a cordon was put in place following the discovery of a suspected unexploded shell in...

REVEALED: Why our MPs received free Forest tickets and trips to Poland and Kenya in 2025

MPs legally have to declare any earnings, gifts or donations they receive

Game over for suspected thieves in Daybrook riding in vehicle equipped with tools to commit ATM theft

Officers in Daybrook arrested two men after the vehicle they were driving in had potential links to ATM thefts in the Nottingham area.The vehicle...

Neighbourhood policing inspector for Gedling borough updates on crime fighting progress made in December

Gedling neighbourhood policing team’s Inspector Steve King has provided an update on how they have progressed on tackling crime across the borough during December

12 shoplifters arrested and four jailed in Christmas crackdown in Gedling borough

A newly formed team has been targeting shoplifters over the busy festive period

Carlton Rotary thank community after santa collection raises almost £7,000

The cash will now be used to support community projects and charities

Fresh calls for empty Gedling School site to be turned into recreational green space

The empty site of a former Gedling school is under the spotlight for potential redevelopment and some locals say they want a new community...

‘They will be brought to justice’: Gedling council leader condemns acts of ‘unacceptable’ vandalism at newly revamped Carlton park

There were reports of needles being found near the children’s play area and damage to the tennis court gate

Prolific thief who targeted Netherfield store faces lengthy wait for sentencing

Christos Iona targeted the Netherfield business along with three other stores

Section of Colwick road to close for ten weeks

The works are taking place to make footway crossing improvement

Funding for £100k of improvements secured for Arnold play area

The funding bid was submitted in partnership with Gedling Borough Council and the Friends of Church Lane Park

Colwick residents step up to help protect community from flooding when severe weather hits

Nottinghamshire County Council’s Community Flood Signage Scheme was set up to help residents support their community

Colwick firm’s Greentrae innovation serves up fresh fix for ready meal recycling

The new product is an oven safe cardboard tray designed to reduce plastic use and make recycling far easier for consumers.

Prolific shoplifter caught after fleeing from store raid in Arnold town centre

Jason Kelly left the premises without paying but was spotted by shop staff who alerted police

Police remind Gedling borough motorists about rules over parking outside schools

You could get fined if you park on the wrong lines

Police to ramp up motorbike patrols this weekend to tackle ‘nuisance’ bikers across Gedling borough

Motorbike patrols will be in the area to tackle the illegal use of e-bikes and motorcycles

Arnold residents invited to share ideas to help shape East Midlands mayor’s ambition to improve transport across region

Claire Ward has set out a bold 15-year vision to transform the way people travel across the region.

Train passengers in Gedling borough reminded to check for journey changes when new timetable comes into effect on Sunday

The new timetable introduces many improvements to services across the region

Police issue warning to online shoppers in Gedling borough over doorstep delivery thefts

Gedling borough's online Christmas shoppers are being urged to take steps to reduce their chances of falling victim to doorstep parcel thieves. With the Christmas...

Big plans for 18th Century Papplewick Pumping Station in new year after restoration

the pumping station provided fresh water to people in Nottingham for almost 100 years

Burton Joyce rail crossing where Josh Travis was hit by train to be closed for further six months

Network Rail has now confirmed that the right of way will remain shut until May 26 next year

Ten-year plan unveiled that will deliver ‘ambitious’ £20m improvements in Carlton

It will be the most ambitious, community-led transformation programme the area has seen

Neighbourhood policing inspector for Gedling borough updates crime fighting priorities during October

Gedling neighbourhood policing team’s Inspector Steve King has provided an update on how they have progressed on tackling crime across the borough during October..

Gedling Borough Council decide who they want to merge with

Three different proposals have now been submitted to government for consideration

Tributes paid to ‘kind and loving’ boy, 14, killed after being hit by a train in Burton Joyce

Emergency services rushed to the railway line in on Wednesday following reports of a person hit by a train.

Bowls club not being included in plans to upgrade Carlton leisure centres ‘at this stage’ as proposals move forward

Work will now progress on the detailed design and business case for the Carlton Active project

Council hires environmental enforcement firm to clean up streets of Gedling borough

The scheme will be delivered at no cost to the Council or taxpayers

Thieves break into cars as police probe overnight crime spree in Gedling borough

Personal items such as bank cards, cash, and driving licences have been stolen

NETHERFIELD: Two arrested as drugs and weapons seized in police raid

Class A drugs and weapons were seized when police executed a warrant at the terraced house in Chandos Street.

Councillors call for Gedling’s rural villages to be spared from merger with Nottingham in council shake-up

In a letter, councillors stressed these villages are with identities, service needs, and demographic profiles are different from those of the urban city environment.

Crackdown on Gedling borough retail crime continues in run up to Christmas

Local police carried out daily high-visibility and plain-clothes patrols to target prolific criminals

GET YOUR HANDS IN THE AIR: Clubland Live Tour announced for Newstead Abbey

Get your hands in the air and dust off your glowsticks - Clubland is taking over the iconic Newstead Abbey next summer.The legendary Clubland...

Pensioners in Gedling borough warned as reports of Winter Fuel Prices scams surge

Action Fraud say they have received 2,790 crime reports relating to Winter Fuel Payment scams in the UK

More visible patrols planned as public confidence in police force falls

New figures show public confidence in 2023/24 sat at around 52 percent, and the force expected it to rise to 55 percent by September this year.

Gedling Borough Council backs reorganisation plan that would see two new North and South councils replacing nine

The six councils have put forward a joint proposal that say it is 'rooted in community and connected by place'.

People call for stricter firework regulations to reduce harm to people and animals in Gedling borough

The Fireworks Impact Coalition, made up of 19 animal and people-focussed charities – are calling for tighter fireworks regulation

Knife amnesty bin at Oxclose Lane Police Station as part of week-long national campaign

A knife amnesty bin has been set up at Oxclose Lane Police Station as part of national efforts to deter knife crime.Police are urging...

Tell Mayor Claire where £2bn of transport improvement cash should be spent

The East Midlands Combined Authority, led by Mayor Claire Ward, will take over all transport responsibility for Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire by April next year. It...

Roadworks and closures planned for Gedling borough this week

Take a look at the roadworks and closures scheduled for Gedling borough's roads for the week beginning November 10

Government plans to ban resale of tickets above face value for live events

According to analysis, tickets sold on the resale market are typically marked up by more than 50%.

Gedling borough’s beloved lost pubs we said goodbye to

Gedling borough residents have shared their memories of their neighbourhood pubs that now closed.

Overnight closure planned for section of Colwick Loop Road with diversion in place

A section of the road between its junction with Road Number 1 to its junction with Victoria Road will be shut to vehicles later this month.

Here’s what Reform have managed to achieve during their first six months in power

Reform UK took Nottinghamshire County Council from the Conservatives, now sitting with a total 41 out of 66 seats

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Gedling is UK’s ‘toughest place to find work’, claims research

The research analysed the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS)

Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner ‘not surprised’ by decision to scrap role in 2028

The Home Office said the PCC role would move to either an elected mayor or council leaders at the end of the commissioners' terms in 2028.

Council leaders prepare to submit ‘preferred option’ for local government shake-up that would see Gedling merge with City

Nottinghamshire County Council and Rushcillfe Borough Councils have been working on a recommendation for local government reorganisation

What does Local Government Reorganisation mean for Gedling borough?

The changes that have been proposed to Nottinghamshire councils could affect how many services are delivered in Gedling borough and beyond.Back in February, the...

‘FAILED EXPERIMENT’: Police and Crime Commissioner roles to be scrapped by government

The Home Office said the move will save the taxpayer at least £100 million

What Arnold Foodbank really needs you to donate right now

Each month Arnold Foodbank publishes a list of items that are most needed and products they don't currently require.

Serial thief jailed after flouting Arnold store ban and swiping laundry products in town centre

Ailee Mullins was handed a Criminal Behaviour Oder (CBO) at a hearing at Nottingham Magistrates' Court back in September

Reform council unveils plan to save over £45 million in the next three years

Nottinghamshire County Council leader, Mick Barton, says this large figure could increase because the council’s “efficiency review” into its services is still ongoing.

All 2025 Pride of Gedling winners announced

The annual awards celebrated the efforts and special achievements of individuals, groups and organisations from the across the borough

Over 1,000 sign petition calling on Gedling Borough Council to reverse exclusion of bowls club from leisure centre plan

A petition with more 1,000 signatures is calling on the council to reverse its decision to not include a bowls club in its leisure...

PICTURES: Giant crane begins dramatic lift of new bridge over Trent

The 278ft-long (85m) Waterside Bridge is being crane-lifted into place and will connect the Trent Basin development near Colwick with Lady Bay in Rushcliffe.

Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council

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

Community being invited to help celebrate the life and legacy of Duncan Macmillan House in Mapperley

The decision to sell the site has been made due to increasing costs to maintain the ageing Victorian building.

Gedling woman pleads for help after husband’s beloved bike used for charity work stolen

The motorbike was stolen from their home on Lambley Lane at around 2:30am on Tuesday, October 28. 

Powerleague five-a-side pitches to open in Arnold following £890k investment

A popular operator of five-a-side football pitches is to launch at a new location in Arnold. Powerleague plans to open a new small-sided football venue...

The eerie story behind a ‘haunted’ murder stone placed in memory of a Papplewick teenager brutally killed more than 200 years ago

This simple stone was erected in 1819 by the shocked residents in response to the murder of a teenager from the rural village of Papplewick.

Over 8,000 pothole repairs expected to be finished by December

The pothole figure was mentioned in the council’s cabinet meeting on Thursday

Historic Papplewick Pumping Station successfully restored and removed from ‘at risk’ register

The pumping station, built between 1882-86 in the Gothic Revival style, provided clean water to Nottingham until it was decommissioned in 1969

Gedling borough residents get chance to shape future of council leisure centres 

Gedling Borough Council wants to improve and modernise local leisure facilities

STUART BESTWICK: Reform could be forced to break promises by raiding piggy bank or cutting services to tackle looming council budget overspend

Cllr Bestwick considers how Reform will balance the books as they face a possible council budget overspend.

Police renew appeal in bid to reunite woodfired pizza van stolen from Netherfield with owners

Police have renewed an appeal for information after a wood-fired pizza van was stolen from outside a property in Netherfield last month.The white camper-style Fiat...

Illegal electric scooter and ‘large knife’ seized from teenager, 15, arrested in Colwick supermarket car park

Police on patrol spotted the scooter while on patrol close to the Sainsbury’s store on Sunday

Gedling borough prepares to unite for parades and services on Remembrance Sunday

Every year the borough comes together for Remembrance Sunday

Major UK phone providers agree to crackdown on scam calls and fraud

They will block foreign call centres from spoofing UK numbers within the next year

Nottingham Hospitals declare critical incident as 24 ambulances wait outside A&E carrying patients

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) has declared a Critical Incident as a result of sustained pressures across the Trust and in particular the...

ARNOLD: Concern Christmas market could ‘conflict’ with regular traders

A Christmas market is planned outside The AMP, which opened in 2022 and replaced the old Arnold Market site

Around 9,000 people left waiting over 45 minutes to be transferred to A&E across East Midlands

The striking figure was revealed in an East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) board meeting on Tuesday

Nottinghamshire Hospice in Mapperley celebrates CQC success and invests in next generation of care 

The inspection recognised Nottinghamshire Hospice’s commitment to supporting people at the end of life

Roadworks and closures planned for Gedling borough this week

Take a look at the roadworks and closures scheduled for Gedling borough's roads for the week beginning November 3

Police arrest man ‘driving suspiciously’ moments after burglary in Ravenshead

Officers were searching in the area following reports of a burglary in Kirkby Road,

Neighbourhood policing inspector for Gedling borough updates crime fighting priorities during October

Gedling neighbourhood policing team’s Inspector Steve King has provided an update on how they have progressed on tackling crime across the borough during October..

Gedling borough residents invited to take active role in keeping community safe

Street Watch is a scheme for the community and ran by the community to improve the local area.
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