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100 days left to use Royal Mail stamps without barcode

Barcoded stamps were introduced in February to make deliveries more efficient and improve security.

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. 

Plans for new pedestrian and cycle bridge over River Trent pushed back to 2023

The new pedestrian and cycle bridge will link Trent Basin in the city to West Bridgford in Rushcliffe when built.

Prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company to hit the stage at Arnold theatre

The world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) returns to the Bonington Theatre in Arnold for two live performances of its First Encounters with Shakespeare production of Twelfth Night. 

Christmas event at Woodthorpe Park planned with 1,800 trees for sale

Prices for the Christmas trees start at around £28 for potted trees and a six-foot tree will cost around £47.

Gedling MP Tom Randall ‘weighing up’ whether to back Johnson or Sunak as Britain’s next PM after Liz Truss resignation

The Conservative Party has since revealed a new leader and Prime Minister will be announced one week today, on Friday, October 28.

Gedling powerlifter Martin takes on the weight of the world – and carries it

Martin Wilson has become a British and World Champion in amateur British powerlifting.

New tenants needed for Carlton pub renowned for its carvery

The managers of the Elwes Arms have announced they have taken the decision to step back from the business

Images released after teenagers attacked and robbed by men in Arnot Hill Park

Officers were called to Arnot Hill Park on Tuesday (October 18) at around 11.50am.

Gedling MP Tom Randall leads renewed calls for new road bridge over River Trent

A Gedling MP has reignited calls for a fourth road bridge over the River Trent and has called on ministers to help draw up...

Man, 22, arrested after building site targeted in Arnold

Officers were called to a site on Mansfield Road shortly before 9pm yesterday (Wednesday)

Event being held in Netherfield to help families struggling with cost of school uniforms

An event is taking place on October 29 at the town's Connect Cafe

Christmas delivery slots 2022: Exact dates when you can order your festive groceries from the big supermarkets

Christmas is fast approaching and shoppers across Gedling borough are be keen to get their Christmas delivery slots booked

Traders want to stay in relocated Arnold Market location after new £4m AMP opens

Traders have said they want to make the move permanent as Gedling Borough Council looks to consult them on staying in Eagle Square full-time.

95-year-old father of Gedling councillor forced to wait 26 hours for hospital bed at QMC A&E

Councillor Rachael Ellis at Gedling Borough Council, was by his side while in hospital and said he was “frail”.

Police dog Rambo ‘struck several times on head’ while chasing down fleeing driver in Arnold

A suspect fled from the car but was chased down and detained by Rambo, who was struck several times around the head

Nottingham City Transport warns passengers ‘to expect disruption’ on a number of Gedling borough bus services today due to driver shortage

An NCT spokesman said: "Apologies, these services are affected by reduced driver availability today.

Cannabis plants and cash seized as cops raid Calverton home

Officers from Gedling’s Operation Reacher team executed an early morning warrant at an address in Flatts Lane.

Sky apologise to Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper after comedian Elis James mocked his appearance on their Fantasy Football show

A sketch on the broadcaster's Fantasy Football show took viewers inside the Forest dressing room for the signing of Serge Aurier.

Burton Joyce villagers invited to attend rail crossing safety event after number of near misses

The event is happening this Saturday (October 15) at the Lord Nelson in Burton Joyce between 10am-1pm

‘This has really hurt everyone’: ‘Low-life’ vandals wreck youth football team’s clubhouse in Stoke Bardolph

Volunteers at Gedling FC, who have a ground in the village, say thousands of pounds worth of damage was caused by thieves who broke into the clubhouse on Saturday night

“One suspect blew part of their hand off using one”: Police say criminals are getting seriously injured by weapons they’ve made themselves

Nottinghamshire Police has seized a number of ‘slam guns’ where metal pipes are used and hammered to discharge a cartridge.

Illegal weapons found in Carlton home of drug dealer who told police he was homeless

Police officers found a telescopic baton, taser and CS Spray during a search of the house in Carlton

Successful speeding operation carried out in response to community concerns in Arnold

Officers from the Gedling neighbourhood policing team took part in a full day of action to crack down in Arnold

Covid: Owner of The Mustard Seed in Gedling faces £21,000 bill

The owner of The Mustard Seed in Gedling has received a fine for repeatedly opening during the Covid-19 lockdown.The BBC has reported that Nottingham...

REVEALED: Police incinerate a record £90m of drugs this year – but warn of new trend in cannabis sweets that could contain RAT POISON

Around £90m of drugs have been incinerated this year – a record amount for Nottinghamshire Police.The Archive and Exhibits department - which test most...

Gedling Borough Council Council to increase discounts on new homes for first-time buyers

First Homes is a Whitehall-backed scheme to offer low-cost housing to first-time buyers at a reduced rate.

Man, 33, arrested in Arnold after attempted break-in at flats

Officers were called to Oakdale Road after a resident spotted three men in balaclavas outside his home in a car parking area.

Aldi and Iceland will close all Gedling borough stores on Boxing Day to give staff ‘well-earned rest’

Aldi and Iceland have announced they will be closing all stores across the borough on Boxing Day.

Nottinghamshire County Council tasked with finding extra £24m to balance books next year

Soaring inflation and rising costs will mean Nottinghamshire County Council needs to find an extra £24m to balance its books next year.

Gedling borough Wetherspoons’ involved in 12-day real-ale festival

A selection of up to 30 real ales, including three from overseas brewers

Girl taken to hospital after being hit by car on busy Daybrook road

The incident happened on Nottingham Road

Boundary Commission to release final report about changes

The alterations will be implemented in 2023 ahead of the next scheduled general election in 2024.

New Birds Bakery on Teal Park opens its doors to delighted customers

The new 1,200 ft² store on the business park has created eight new jobs and joins a number of household names on the expanding business park

Tesco freezes prices on more than 1,000 products and hands workers 20p-an-hour pay rise

Supermarket giant Tesco has announced it will be freezing prices on more than 1,000 products until next year

Rail strike: Passengers face more travel chaos with Gedling borough services suspended for FOUR DAYS

Train passengers in Gedling borough are set for more travel chaos due to another strike in the long-running dispute over pay, jobs and conditions.

Three taken to hospital after car came off Colwick Loop Road and rolled over

Emergency services attended the incident on the A612 Colwick Loop Road, near the new Aldi and Rivendell estate near Netherfield.

Emergency services carry out water rescue near Colwick Hall 

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service announced they were in attendance dealing with an incident at Racecourse Road on social media

Announcement ‘soon’ on opening date for £4m Arnold Market Place

It was hoped the new £4m AMP building would have opened its doors last week

TV’s Our Dementia Choir feeling upbeat after £20k donation from Carlton developer

TV’s Our Dementia Choir feeling upbeat after £20k donation from developer

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. 

Ribbon cut on £4.9million Stockinger House development for over 55s in Burton Joyce

Stockinger House, owned by housing provider Jigsaw Homes Group, was formally opened by the MP and Jigsaw Group’s Chief Executive, Hilary Roberts. 

Carlton man jailed for driving whilst disqualified

Garfield Lewis has appeared at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court and was jailed for eight months.

Police dog sniffed out dangerous driver from Arnold who tried to flee scene after causing crash with cop car

Raheem Rahman, aged 22, drove away at speed after being spooked by an unmarked police car traveling in Papplewick

StreetSafe reporting tool: Here’s how people can nowinform police about unsafe streets across Gedling borough

StreetSafe allows people to highlight concerns such as inadequate street lighting, abandoned buildings, poorly designed open spaces or areas blighted by vandalism.

NHS plea: Here’s seven ways Gedling borough patents can help ease pressure on health services this weekend

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust and Sherwood Forest Hospital NHS Trust are facing extreme pressures

MP Mark Spencer’s column on mini-budget, energy bills and tributes to The Queen

In this month's column, Sherwood MP Mark Spencer MP discusses the mini-budget, reflects on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and shares what he has been up to in Sherwood

Work begins on transforming empty Netherfield church and hall into 13 one-bedroomed apartments

Developers are working to convert the empty Netherfield Methodist Church on Victoria Road into flats with accompanying internal and external communal spaces

New images show ideas for Nottingham hospitals redevelopment plan

The plans are subject to a full public consultation next year and are currently in the early stages of development.

The Vibe – your cultural guide to what’s going on in Gedling borough (30 September – 6 October)

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...

Hospital trust apologises after operations cancelled to deal with ‘critical incident’

Nottingham University Hospitals Trust’s Chief Executive has apologised following the cancellation of a number of operations while the trust deals with a ‘critical incident’ due bed space pressures.

Air ambulance lands in Netherfield park following medical emergency

The helicopter touched down in Jackie Bells Play Area at around 3.20pm

Warning over energy rebate scam texts being sent to people in Gedling borough

Scammers are sending texts and emails that look like they are from the energy regulator, Ofgem,

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.

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. 

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. 

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)

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.

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.

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

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. 

Bonington Theatre and Richard Herrod Centre to screen Queen’s funeral

Books of condolence will also be available at both venues for visitors to sign

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.

List of supermarkets closing stores or reducing opening hours for Queen’s funeral

Her Majesty's state funeral has been declared a bank holiday and several major retailers and businesses have also decided to close, out of respect.

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’.

Here’s where you can sign a Book of Condolence for The Queen in Gedling borough this weekend

The Queen, our nation's longest-reigning monarch, died at Balmoral aged 96 on September 8.

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.

Gedling borough responds to death of Queen Elizabeth II

Dignitaries, organisations and businesses from across Gedling borough have paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II following her death at the age of 96.

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.

CCTV appeal: Brazen burglar made off with car after stealing keys from house in Arnold

Nottinghamshire Police has issued a CCTV image of man they would like to speak to in connection with the burglary.

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.

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

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.

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

Victim who died in Newark crash named as Mapperley man Mark Hunter

Mark Hunter, of Mapperley, was a front seat passenger in a car that hit a tree in Hawton Road, Newark, on Sunday (28).

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.

Friends and family mark transport blogger’s milestone birthday with Gedling bus banner

Jennie Wiseman has been an enthusiastic bus fan for some years and started a blog all about her favourite bus route - Red 44- a few years ago - much to the amusement of her friends & family.

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'.

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.

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
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