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Handling the 5 Toughest Moves On Your Practical Test

Learning to drive in 2026 involves more than just not stalling. With busier urban centres and stricter assessment standards, the hardest five manoeuvres are...

More reaction after plans revealed for major new solar farm near Burton Joyce bypass

Renewable energy company Perigus Energy is preparing to submit formal plans

‘Plan ahead’ advice issued to passengers travelling to Skegness on train this summer

EMR will introduce additional capacity on its Nottingham to Skegness route from May 2026

One year of Reform runnuing Nottinghamshire

Reform stormed Nottinghamshire County Council last May, ending up with 41 out of 66 seats

Police launch murder investigation after 26-year-old man hit by car in Arnold town centre dies

A murder investigation is now underway following the death of a man who was hit by a car at the weekend in Arnold.Multiple pedestrians...

Reminder over train timetable changes being introduced by East Midlands Railway this weekend

More Sunday services and an extra stop at Netherfield are being introduced

New vehicle to help police tackle rural crime across the borough

A brand-new vehicle will soon be in use across the borough to support police efforts to tackle rural crime and anti-social behaviour (ASB).The all-terrain...

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

Community Groups receive a £55,000 funding boost to improve health and wellbeing in Gedling

A number of organisations have benefited from capital grants to improve and upgrade facilities

‘There’s more potholes than road’: The Mapperley street in desperate need of repair

The steep Beech Avenue has reached a dilapidated state over the last two years.

Man charged with attempted murder after hit-and-run in Arnold town centre and remanded in custody

Multiple pedestrians were injured after a red Vauxhall Astra mounted a kerb and struck them.

Developer tables plans for 116 homes north of Arnold

A farming field to the north of Arnold could become the site to 116 homes under newly-tabled plans.Langridge Homes is looking to build the...

Concerns raised Calverton has been ‘ruined’ as decision due on further expansion

Concerns Calverton has been “ruined” and “destroyed” have been raised as plans for its further expansion are set to be decided.Housebuilder Persimmon submitted plans...

Jail for brazen and persistent shoplifter who targeted Arnold stores

Persistent shoplifter Michael Delaney walked into the Boots store, in Front Street and grabbed the products before fleeing.

Police appeal for witnesses after car ploughs into group injuring five people in Arnold town centre

Police were called to Market Place following reports a red Vauxhall Astra had struck a group of people.

Multiple injuries after pedestrians struck by car in Arnold

An investigation is underway after a car collided with multiple pedestrians in Arnold.The incident involved a red Vauxhall Astra and happened in Market Place...

Man arrested after attempted break-in at Netherfield business

Officers were called to a commercial premises in Victoria Road at 12.39am on Wednesday

Gedling borough’s latest petrol and diesel prices – and where’s the cheapest to fill up

The hunt for Gedling borough's cheapest petrol and diesel prices continues.

Latest planning applications submitted to Gedling Borough Council

These applications will now be decided by Gedling borough planners.

Clare shed 13st — and now she’s helping Netherfield slim down too

Clare Rothery hit her Slimming World target seven years ago — and on March 16, she stepped up as a brand‑new Slimming World Consultant

Up to 150 former WH Smith high street stores risk closure as owners race to rescue struggling business

Modella Capital, which bought WHSmith’s high street arm last year and rebranded it as TG Jones, is reportedly drawing up a major restructuring plan

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

Inspector Steve King has shared an update on how his team has progressed on tackling crime across the borough during April...

Calverton Fish Bar owners announce closure “after many enjoyable years”

The owners of Calverton Fish Bar on Main Street have placed a notice in the window

DNA from discarded cigarette filter helps police snare Arnold burglar

Reece Kitching was sentenced to two years’ imprisonment

County council takes delivery of specialist pothole fixing machines to boost rapairs on borough roads

Nottinghamshire County Council has taken delivery of the JCB Pothole Pro machines

Live music lifts spirits at Coppice Lodge Care Home as singer Rebecca Lomas performs for residents

Staff and residents gathered together in the home’s lounge for an intimate live performance

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

Consultation launched over funding for council’s faith school transport scheme

A comprehensive review of the county's discretionary faith school transport scheme has been launched by Nottinghamshire County Council, with a formal public consultation running...

Retailer specialising in ‘screen-free activities’ opens new store in Arnold town centre

The 1560 sq. ft. store is located in the former Clarks Outlet unit next to Greggs in Arnold town centre.

New fraud warning after borough residenst served fake customer service phone numbers by AI

Criminals are exploiting AI‑powered tools so that consumers looking to contact trusted brands are shown fake phone numbers

New JCB pothole machines to be on Notts roads ‘within two weeks’

Nottinghamshire County Council announced it would be purchasing at least two JCB Pothole Pro machines to help with road repairs

Police swoop in and shut down Arnold house that became ‘magnet’ for anti-social behaviour

It is believed to be the first order of its kind secured in Gedling borough.

Gedling councillors welcome U-turn on proposals to punish flytippers in vehicles with licence penalty points

An amendment to the Crime and Policing Bill would see drivers who litter from their vehicles hit with penalty points on their licence

‘You couldn’t not hit one’: Motorists on pothole-ridden Carlton Hill welcome emergency fixes

Residents travelling along Carlton Hill had been suffering with poor road conditions for months

Rumours supermarket giant could take over former pub

It closed down for good in early 2026

Gedling Lotto results: Winning numbers for Saturday, April 25, 2026

From every £1 ticket you buy, 60p will go to local good causes in the Gedling Borough and improve our community.

Police issue warning urging Gedling borough residents to be vigilant over remote access fraud

Remote access scams tend to start with a browser pop-up

East Mids Mayor gives Notts extra £64m for roads after plea for more cash

Nottinghamshire County Council will receive even more cash, spread over the next three years

Latest planning applications submitted to Gedling Borough Council

These applications will now be decided by Gedling borough planners.

Reform spending 81 per cent less on travel expenses

Councillors at Nottinghamshire County Council claimed back £7,289 in travel expenses during the party’s first year in charge of the council.

Healthcare trust to replace words ‘he’ and ‘she’ with ‘they’ in updated constitution

The move is being made in order to bring the constitution level and compliant with the Equality Act 2010.

Latest planning applications submitted to Gedling Borough Council

These applications will now be decided by Gedling borough planners.

Banyan Tree launches money-off deal in run up to closure as thank you to customers over past two decades

The Arnold restaurant has put in place a 20th anniversary farewell offer as it prepares to close its doors for good.

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

The key to managing healthcare workforce fluctuations

Healthcare staffing has never been a simple equation. Patient volumes shift without warning, providers call out sick, and seasonal surges can leave your team...

PayPal scam warning issued to Gedling borough users over new 1p scam

PayPal has warned everyone with an account to “stay vigilant”

People and community groups across Gedling borough invited to join charity quilt project

250 individual panels will be professionally stitched together to create a powerful tribute

Boy, 14, charged with attempted murder after girl, 13, seriously injured in Woodthorpe

The incident happened on Friday, April 17 just before 4pm near Wensley Road.

Fears £58 million boost to Notts roads could take focus off other services

The authority’s plans for its second phase of funding for Nottinghamshire’s roads has been revealed

£100,000 funding boost for new play area at Onchan Park in Carlton

The funding will support the development of a new and inclusive play space

New walking and cycling bridge over Trent opening date revealed

The newly widened and surfaced riverside footpath on the south side of the river will open this summer

More than 140 vehicles stopped and 47 arrested during police road safety crackdown

Operation Highways is a hyper-local, intelligence-led initiative

Latest planning applications submitted to Gedling Borough Council

These applications will now be decided by Gedling borough planners.

Free community screening of climate change film in Mapperley

Residents of Gedling borough are being invited to attend a free screening of a powerful new short film on climate change.

Crowds flock to retail park for opening of new store in Arnold

A brand-new The Food Warehouse store opened in Arnold on Tuesday (14) and 110 customers were eagerly waiting in line for the doors to open.

Newstead Abbey receives cash boost for urgent roof repairs

The historic house is set to receive a share of just over £5 million to protect it for present and future generations

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

Sophie had died – and still mental health doctor was getting it wrong

Mapperley woman Sophie Towle died in 2024 after suffering a blood clot. A jury ruled that neglect by mental health hospital staff contributed to her death.

Police issue CCTV image after child is subjected to racial abuse on bus to Carlton

The young victim had been on a bus service to the city along with some friends

Gedling borough’s latest petrol and diesel prices – and where’s the cheapest to fill up

The hunt for Gedling borough's cheapest petrol and diesel prices continues.

Shop plans for Arnold pub

Plans have been submitted to Gedling Borough Council

Man appears in court following jewellery thefts in Mapperley

There had been reports of two break-ins which happened in the Spring Lane area

New programme of guided nature walks announced at Netherfield Lagoons

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

New ‘state’-of-the-art’Arnold gym opening date revealed

PureGym is opening a brand-new gym on April 14

Arnold’s new Food Warehouse sees opening date revealed

To celebrate the opening, The Food Warehouse is giving away £1,500 worth of vouchers to the first 150 customers in the queue. 

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

Major step forward for £20m Pride in Place community-led investment in Carlton area

The Government has signed off on Carlton's Pride in Place submission plans for the framework for how it will use the investment,

Medical precriptions reminder ahead of Easter holidays

Pharmacies are extra busy on the run-up to and during bank holidays

Council’s ‘game changing’ multi-million investment to fix Nottinghamshire roads

Reform has come up with a six-point plan to tackle the county’s strained and crumbling roads

Police plea over suspected shed thefts in Burton Joyce

Police in Gedling borough say they have been made aware of a 'large scale incident' that occurred at Trent Lane allotments in Burton Joyce. It...

Marathon hike to football stadiums in aid of prostate cancer

Carlton Town supporters visited the other non league football clubs on foot

Police car damaged by fleeing driver in Arnold

The vehicle was followed along Mapperley Plains before being pursued around the surrounding streets.

Community ‘over the moon’ with new plan to protect Calverton’s leisure centre from closure

Residents and councillors feared the new plans had put Calverton Leisure Centre at risk of closure.

Carlton councillor calls for action to help protect referees from abuse off parents on sidelines at youth football games

Councillor Mike Adams has called for urgent action to tackle poor behaviour on the sidelines and to improve grassroots sports facilities across the county,...

Two arrested and drugs seized after car seen swerving across road in Woodthorpe

A bag containing suspected cocaine was immediately found in the footwell of the car and the pair were arrested.

The “Gedling Office”: Why our local “Home Office Revolution” is changing the way we watch our dogs

The traditional 9-to-5 commute from Gedling to Nottingham city center is fading. In its place, a new rhythm has emerged across our leafy suburbs:...

Last chance to have say on plan to reorganise councils across Notts

Responses will inform the ministerial decision on the preferred option for the region

‘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

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

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

Gedling Lotto results: Winning numbers for Saturday, February February 28, 2026

From every £1 ticket you buy, 60p will go to local good causes in the Gedling Borough and improve our community.

£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.

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

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.

Former Arnold care home set to be demolished

The former Leivers Court Care Home has been vacant and boarded up since 2019

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...

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...

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

Possible closure of bowls club in Gedling a ‘complete and utter travesty’

The fate of Gedling Indoor Bowls Club has been in limbo since September 2025

Plaques to be unveiled recognising parts of Gedling borough that were once part of Sherwood Forest

Sherwood Forest covered about a fifth of Nottinghamshire including what is now Gedling Country Park

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

Latest planning applications submitted to Gedling Borough Council

These are the latest applications to have been submitted to and validated by Gedling Borough Council last week.These applications will now be decided by Gedling borough planners.Application to...

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

Gedling Lotto results: Winning numbers for Saturday, February February 14, 2026

From every £1 ticket you buy, 60p will go to local good causes in the Gedling Borough and improve our community.

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

Pay and display QR code scam warning to Gedling motorists

Nottinghamshire County Council say groups are printing fake QR codes

Prolific shoplifter now behind bars after targeting stores across Gedling borough

Shops across Arnold and Gedling were targeted by Shane Hickling during his thieving spree

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

Annual beer festival returns to Arnold this weekend

There will be 13 real ale beers on sale

Gedling police team inspector updates on local crime fighting efforts during January

Police update on progress made tackling crime across the borough during January

These are some of the great films playing at the Bonington in Arnold during February

A great selection of Hollywood blockbusters are coming to our very own local cinema in Arnold over the next month…

Appeal made after restaurant worker threatened in Mapperley by diner not wanting to pay

It was reported a customer at a Mapperley restaurant refused to pay his bill and also threatened to kick a member of staff

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

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

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

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. 

‘Somebody needs to go to Specsavers’, say Arnold residents after street sign spelling blunder

Gedling Borough Council says an ‘oversight’ led to a street sign being spelt wrong in Arnold.

Taxi driver in Carlton threatened at knifepoint by man who then fled without paying fare

Police are investigating after a taxi driver reported being threatened at knifepoint by a man who fled without paying his fare in Carlton.Neighbourhood officers...

Carlton-based developer serves up £4M plan for UK’s best padel courts 

Carlton-based ALB Group has submitted a planning application for the 30,000 sqft venue to be called Swing

Babies bring lots of smiles to care home residents in Stoke Bardolph 

Every two weeks Rivendell View Care Home welcomes Bits and Bobs Playgroup
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