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Conservatives make coalition deal to take control of Nottinghamshire County Council

Conservatives won 31 of the 66 seats at last week's election, making them the largest group. The Mansfield Independent Forum won four seats.

Rise in reports of number plate thefts in Carlton and Gedling

Police concerned plates could be fitted to cars which will be used to commit crime

Top honour for Ravenshead war hero

Don Sutton will be presented with the Legion d’Honneur for his role in helping liberate France during Second World War

GPs in Gedling borough to get quicker access to mental health support for patients

New helpline to be launched for doctors needing help, advice and appointments for patients.

New low-cost housing project picks up property in Netherfield

Firm aims to help offer housing to those struggling to afford sky-high rents

CCTV images released after Carrington pub assault

Do you recognise man captured on camera?

Council election results in Gedling borough

Results expected after noon today

Elaine Bond: A few ideas about how to beat the blues

Our regular columnist Elaine Bond runs a counselling service in Gedling. This month she discusses the reasons people get depressed and suggests ways to cope

Search on for award winners who have made contribution to community

Calverton teen Cameron-Lei Ford won award last year

Tony Cave Column: No support for extra trains at Netherfield

Lack of facilities halt plans for regular train stops at Netherfield Station

Carlton school students say their piece for global education campaign

Year 9 students from Carlton le Willows create jigsaw to highlight campaign for equal education worldwide

New vaping laws come into force later this month

Businesses in Gedling borough selling vaping products being reminded about new legislation

Park in Arnold to get £48k revamp

Muirfield Road Recreation Ground will now be improved thanks to funding from WREN

CCTV released in connection with robbery at Thorneywood petrol station

Man covered face with hand in the first incident and wore mask similar to one from film Saw in the other two incidents.

Top musical acts lined up to play in Lowdham this May and June

Warthog Promotions bringing a number of old favourites and new talent to village venues

Borough train passengers help raise over £500 for children’s charity

New scheme enables East Midlands Trains customers to donate their Delay Repay compensation to charitable causes.

Primark shoppers in Gedling borough warned about fake Facebook voucher

Users told they must share the voucher on Facebook and post the link to 15 of their friends on the social network.

Arnold family to take on Tough Mudder challenge for autism charity

Team facing 12 miles of mud and obstacles during event at Belvoir Castle this May

Borough businesses reminded about changes to UK smoking laws this May

Nottinghamshire County Council’s Trading Standards officers will be checking local businesses comply with the new packaging requirements.

Viewers in borough ditching paid TV services in droves

Research highlights scale of challenge pirated streams pose to services like Sky and Netflix

Roofing firm offer to fix damaged Carlton park pavilion roof for free

Vandals caused over £1,000 of damage after smashing up concrete slabs and throwing them onto roof

CCTV images released after attempted robbery in Sherwood

Shopkeeper threatened with broken bottle during the incident earlier this month

Volunteers wanted at borough libraries for summer reading challenge

Scheme aims to boost children’s literacy skills and enthusiasm for reading during summer holidays

Facebook users in Gedling borough handing out clues to fraudsters

Research reveals users could be at risk of identity theft because of oversharing.

Carlton park group determined to beat vandalism

Volunteer group determined not to let damage to pavilion put stop to park improvement plans

Drivers in Gedling borough to face harsher fines for speeding offences

Maximum fine for speeding will be more than doubled to £2,500 from April 24

Police investigate burglary in Netherfield

Officers called to Curzon Street just after 2pm on Wednesday

Review: Roving Crows at The Old Ship Inn, Lowdham

From the off audience members were clapping and stamping along to complement the groups own beats. When Celtic fiddle and guitar riffs were played there was even the odd whoop to be heard.

Fraud warning for Wonga customers in Gedling borough

The accounts of up to 250,000 customers across the UK have been compromised.

92.2% of Nottinghamshire parents secure first preference primary school place

Nottinghamshire County Council said it had done all it could to ensure that parents send their child to a school they wanted.

Man to appear before magistrates this morning charged with Mapperley Park murder

Nathan Towsey of Braunton Crescent in Mapperley was arrested on Sunday night

Mapperley Park murder: ‘Parties involved knew each other’

Police say man suffered a serious injury, was taken to Queens Medical Centre but sadly pronounced dead

Parish Council object to plans for new flats and shops in Calverton

The proposed development consists of 4 retail units and 8 flats.

Funding secured for miners memorial statue at country park

The Friends of Gedling Country Park has been awarded £18,425 to commission an artist to create a permanent piece of art in the new memorial garden at Gedling Country Park.

Mapperley Park murder investigation as man dies after assault

The man was treated for his injuries at the scene but died shortly afterwards.

Plans to bulldoze ‘The Bruno’ and build new flats and shops submitted

The Earl of Chesterfield shut its doors for the final time back in 2015

Lyrid meteor shower to light up skies above Gedling borough this month

A spectacular meteor shower will light up the skies over Gedling borough late this month as the annual Lyrid shower peaks on April 22.Those...

Sainsbury’s to push ahead with plans for Colwick superstore

Council urge supermarket giant to invest in borough

Westdale Tavern to close later this month

Pub on Westdale Lane being sold by owners Greene King

Police issue warm weather security warning after distraction burglaries in Carlton

A total of 11 burglaries have been reported across the county since Thursday, with several in Carlton.

Willows Medical Centre could become funeral parlour and apartments

The first floor of the medical centre would be available for residential accommodation; the ground floor would become a funeral parlour.

Warning to bikers following spate of thefts in Carlton Hill

Two males arrested on Tuesday and are currently on police bail.

Have you seen any of this jewellery stolen during burglary in Lowdham?

Items stolen from house in Lowdham are very rare and of great sentimental value.

Police make appeal following crime spree in Calverton

Officers remind residents to keep sheds and garages locked and to also remove any valuables from their vehicles

Gardeners in Gedling borough asked to help foil killer Obama worm

Campaign launched to help put a stop to the invasive species which is predator of earthworms and land snails and poses threat to soil fertility and wildlife.

Arnold opticians urge youngsters to take part in graduate scheme

Team at Specsavers celebrate as first apprentice graduates after taking part in year-long scheme

MPs to protect renters in Gedling borough from rip-off letting agent fees

Charity finds one in seven tenants pay more than £500 in letting agent fees

Police warning over bogus tree surgeons in Mapperley area

Officers have urged people to be careful when approached by tradesmen claiming trees require work

Netherfield football night sold out – but you can still watch it live online

Night of footie chat and trivia will be streamed live online on Gedling Eye

Arnold salon’s charity hair and beauty sessions raise over £700 for Childline

Charity hair and beauty treatment sessions raise over £700 in just three hours for Childline

Council election battle underway as Gedling candidates announced

The 2017 Nottinghamshire County Council elections will take place on Thursday, May 4.

Warning to people in Gedling borough over ‘friendly’ fraudster email

Fraudster suggests that email recipient’s details may have been made available to scammers and they are contacting them to try to help.

Pair from Bestwood and Sherwood jailed for drug and firearms offences

Police found drugs and firearms in their homes

Sherwood by-election called after councillor resigns

Labour councillor Alex Ball steps down blaming demands of full-time work prompting battle for council seat

Gedling woman jumps at chance to take plunge for good cause

Karen's skydive to raise cash for MS charity

Extra trains to call at Carlton Station on Sunday from next month

The new Sunday service will see trains calling at Carlton every two hours

Notts celebrities backing Carlton charity book sale

Hit TV writer and poet Henry Normal accepts invitation to open this year's event

People in Gedling borough braced for ‘national price hike day’

The increased costs range from the cost of posting a letter through to household bills.

Children in Gedling borough can benefit from losing weight by joining free class

Children in Gedling borough are being given free support to help them live healthier, happier lifestyles

Don’t fall for new TV Licence ‘refund’ scam doing the rounds in Gedling borough

The aim of the emails is to steal bank details. The link in the email sends people to a website that looks like the TV Licensing own website with a form to complete.

New £86,000 play area opens in Netherfield

New park is part of the council’s plans to encourage more children to exercise and to get outdoors.

Knife used during robbery at Farmfoods in Carlton Square

It is believed a knife was used to threaten staff member and quantity of cash was stolen.

Digital appointment reminders now available for patients in Gedling borough

Patients will be able to securely log on to view and manage their appointments.

Forest legend Kenny Burns appearing at Netherfield pub for event no football fan will want to miss

The all-ticket event will be taking place at Victoria Road venue on Wednesday, April 12

Extended opening hours at Calverton recycling centre this spring

Only registered vehicle can use council facility on Hollinwood Lane

People in Gedling borough could be getting a pay rise this April

Both the Minimum Wage and the Living Wage are set to rise next month - which should be good news for low-paid workers across Gedling borough.

Netherfield branch of NatWest to close this year

Tax-payer backed NatWest and RBS has blamed a rise in online and mobile banking for the latest round of closures.

Four arrested after ‘disturbance’ in Bestwood Park

Four men have been arrested after a 'disturbance' in a street in Bestwood Park on Monday night (20).

Police urge residents in Calverton to be vigilant after spate of burglaries

Power tools and a bike were taken from one of the garages.

Campaigners to outline plans to push for extra trains at Netherfield Station

Campaigners calling for more trains to stop at Netherfield Station are holding a meeting this Thursday to present their latest plans to the public.

New funds to protect homes in Bestwood, Mapperley and Sherwood from future floods

Residents in Bestwood, Mapperley and Sherwood are to benefit from a grant approved to help protect homes from flooding.

Cheaper bus fares to Gedling Country Park announced

Cheaper bus tickets to Gedling Country Park will now be available after Nottingham City Transport this week announced an extension to its city boundary resulting in cheaper fares to the county's newest beauty spot.

Delays expected on several bus services running in Gedling borough next week

Several bus services in Gedling borough will be hit by delays next week

Fancy a job as a police constable? Time is running out to apply

There’s just one week left for people across Gedling borough to apply to join Nottinghamshire Police as a Police Constable, as applications close on...

Ofsted spam email alert to Gedling borough residents

People in Gedling borough are being told to remain vigilant after it emerged fraudsters are sending out fake Ofsted emails as a new way to con people out of money

ELAINE BOND: Tips for dealing with grief and loss

In her regular column for Gedling Eye, Elaine Bond, who runs a counselling service in Gedling, talks about ways of trying to cope with grief and loss.

Grace set to take the plunge for children’s charity

A Gedling woman is taking on a daring challenge in support of Newlife – the charity for disabled and terminally-ill children.

Bestwood school to be expanded after £5m investment

Proposed new school would be on a single site for 315 pupils

Police search for van driver who may have witnessed assault in Carlton

Police are trying to trace the driver of a white van who is believed to have witnessed an assault in Carlton. At around 5pm on...

Kodi users in Gedling Borough could soon lose access to pirate Premier League streams

People in Gedling borough using Kodi set-top boxes to stream Premier League matches could soon lose access to live games following a court order.

Vigilant bank staff prevent Arnold pensioner being conned out of cash by man with ‘sob story’

Police are warning residents to be on their guard after an Arnold pensioner was conned out of cash by a man in a van with a 'sob story'.

Police release image of man after sexual assault in Sherwood

Police have released a CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to following claims that a 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted in the Sherwood area of Nottingham.

Masked booksellers honoured after raising thousands for charity at events in Carlton

A group of volunteers who've raise thousands for charity by selling books at an annual event in Carlton have this week been honoured for...

Thieves rob takeaway delivery driver in Bestwood

Police have appealed for information after a takeaway delivery driver was robbed on Sunday (5) in Bestwood.

Gedling Access Road plans set to move to next stage

3.8km new stretch of road which will link existing A612 Burton Road to the B684 Mapperley Plains and reduce congestion in Gedling Village.

Help is out there for loan shark victims in the borough

People in Gedling borough can now access a new website set up to help victims of loan sharks.

Two men in serious condition after stabbing in Bestwood

Two men suffered stabbing injuries during the incident in Oxengate at 11pm on Monday (March 6).

Budgens store in Sherwood to close as chain calls in administrators

A Budgens store in Sherwood is to close after administrators failed to find a buyer for the stricken business - with 24 staff facing redundancy.

Arnold care home one of first in UK to serve pureed food that looks like meal

Elderly residents at a care home in Arnold who have difficulty swallowing food are benefiting from an initiative aimed at encouraging them to eat more.

Ravenshead man sentenced after police investigation into drugs and money laundering

A man from Ravenshead is among those sentenced as part of an investigation into the production of drugs and money laundering.

Elwes Arms in Carlton crowned as Gedling borough’s Best Bar None winner

The Elwes Arms in Carlton was crowned as Gedling borough's Best Bar None winner at an awards ceremony on Tuesday night. The competition judges praised...

Gedling Borough Council signs terminally ill staff charter

Gedling Borough Council yesterday added its name to a charter aimed at helping employees who become terminally ill at work.

Carlton resident warns of council tax refund scam email doing the rounds in Gedling borough

Sharon Glasspool, who lives in Carlton, was one of the people in the area to receive the scam email yesterday (March 1).

Cancer charity seeks volunteers in Gedling borough to collect cash during annual fundraiser

A cancer charity is asking for volunteers in Gedling borough to help collect cash for their biggest fundraising campaign of the year.

Three firms to bid for control of East Midlands train franchise

The running of trains in Gedling borough could be handed to a new operator under plans for the future of the region's railways.

Police warning after distraction burglary in Ravenshead

Police are warning residents to be vigilant after two reported distraction burglaries which they believe are linked.The first happened at a house in Regina...

New pound coin: Firms in Gedling borough told to prepare for arrival next month

Businesses in Gedling borough are being urged to prepare themselves for the launch of the new pound coin - which enters circulation next month.

Young footie team’s charity walk to raise cancer treatment cash for player’s relative

A junior football team from Gedling is to carry out a six-mile walk next month to help raise cash to pay for potential life-saving treatment for a relative of one of the players who is suffering from an aggressive form of cancer.

Amateur cooks from Gedling borough required for new Gordon Ramsey show

World-renowned chef and global television star Gordon Ramsay is to front a new ITV daytime cookery series and the production team are looking for contestants from Gedling borough to take part.

Popular Sherwood food and drink venue to launch Sunday lunch service

A popular food and drink venue in Sherwood is to start offering Sunday lunches following unprecedented demand' from customers. Artisan bakery, café and micropub The...

Tony Cave Column: Carlton Station a victim of its own success

The latest news from our local railways by Carlton and Netherfield stations adopter Tony Cave.We’ve now set up a ‘Friends of Carlton & Netherfield...

Cold caller warning to Gedling borough residents following Storm Doris

People in Gedling borough are being warned to be on their guard if approached by doorstep salespeople offering to repair damage caused by Storm Doris to avoid poor workmanship, a scam or another crime.

Did you see man being chased by gang in Netherfield?

A group of seven or eight males were reportedly seen chasing another male.

Witness appeal after knife fight reported in Bestwood

An appeal has been made after two men were reported to have been seen fighting with a knife in a Bestwood car park.

Businesses in Gedling borough urged to back bid to make Notts menopause-friendly

Businesses across Gedling borough are being given the chance to help make Nottingham the first menopause-friendly city in the UK.

Motorists in Gedling borough reminded new vehicle tax rates come into force on April 1

MOTORISTS in Gedling borough are being reminded new vehicle tax rates are enforced for all cars and some motor homes registered from April 1, 2017.

Councillor wins battle to get Burton Joyce road resurfaced

Padley’s Lane in the village has been an issue for a considerable amount of time and local Labour County Councillor Nicki Brooks has worked tirelessly to get it resurfaced.

Bestwood Park man evicted after growing cannabis at home

Reece Frazer, 27, of Milverton Road, Bestwood Park, Nottingham, was evicted by Nottingham City Council and Nottingham City Homes on Wednesday, February 8 .

Police release CCTV image of person they want to speak to after attempted Calverton burglary

This is the person police wish to speak to in connection with an attempted burglary at a house in Longue Drive, Calverton on Tuesday, January 17 between 7am and 5pm.

Colwick paddleboarding group’s nude yoga calendar raises £1.9k for charity

A stunning calendar capturing images of local women doing yoga poses in the buff on Colwick Lake has raised £1,900 for a Nottingham charity. Twenty...

Transit van owners in Gedling borough urged to be vigilant after spate of thefts

Police are urging Ford Transit van owners in Gedling borough to be vigilant after reports of thefts from vehicles. Vans have been broken into and...

Mistaken Identity: Eric Pickles MP wrongly accuses Gedling Borough Council leader of anti-Semitism

A political party last night issued an apology after mistakenly accusing the leader of Gedling Borough Council of anti-Semitism after getting him confused with his political namesake.

Theatre group’s new classes in Arnold will introduce kids to fun world of drama

A theatre company is running a series of classes in Arnold which are designed to introduce children to the world of drama.

Gedling Borough Council confirm council tax rise

Gedling Borough Council leader John Clarke insists a council tax rise of 8p a week is necessary as they try to plug a £3.5m short fall.

Three charged after Netherfield and Mapperley bank robberies

Three men charged following a robbery at the Natwest Bank in Netherfield and a robbery at RBS in Woodborough Road in Mapperley.

Health warning to pensioners in Gedling borough as temperatures predicted to plummet

A warning has been issued to elderly people in Gedling borough after the Met Office said they expect temperatures to plummet over the coming...

Man injured after attack in Arnold

Two men are alleged to have approached a 26-year-old man, in Elder Close, Arnold before they launched an attack. One was seen fleeing toward Homefield Avenue shortly after the incident.

Protest group to voice objections to Willow Farm housing plans at public meeting

A protest group fighting plans to build 110 new homes on land in Gedling village will meet with a government inspector next week to voice their objections to proposals.

ELAINE BOND: Recognise these symptoms? You may be stressed

In her column for Gedling Eye, Elaine Bond, who runs a counselling service in Gedling, talks about ways of managing stress

Carlton man due in court in connection with St Ann’s assault

Abdo Rayan, 18, of Station Road, Carlton, was charged with section 18 wounding following the incident in a car park in Shelton Street yesterday.

New laws to combat ‘backstreet dog breeders’ in Gedling borough

The sale of puppies under eight weeks old is to be made illegal under plans to crack down on so-called backstreet breeders in Gedling borough.

Grants up for grabs to groups wanting to celebrate International Women’s Day

Councillors in Gedling borough are encouraging local community and voluntary groups to mark International Women’s Day (IWD) by hosting local events.

CCTV images released after burglary in Porchester

Police officers have today released CCTV images of two women they want to speak to following a burglary in Porchester.£200 worth of John Lewis Gift Cards...

Closure-threatened Mapperley community centre could now be saved

Haywood Road community centre in Mapperley was at risk of closure as Gedling Borough Council is now proposing not only keeps it open but also contributes to its improvement.

Paddy Tipping backs campaign to protect older people in Gedling borough from financial abuse

Paddy Tipping has joined up with Action on Elder Abuse to encourage older people and their families to learn how to spot the signs of financial abuse.

Changes to some bus services in Gedling borough from this Sunday

Nottingham City Transport are making some changes to bus services across the county from this Sunday (29) and some may impact people in Gedling borough.

Parents in Gedling borough urged to make most of free school meal offer for infants

An infant-aged child having a school lunch each day saves their parents over £420 a year and are available to infants living in Nottinghamshire.

Ticket agency backs charity set up in honour of Bestwood musician

Gigantic has pledged its support to help raise awareness of mental health related conditions in musicians by teaming up with a charity set up in honour of a musician Roy Stone.

Staff ‘left shaken’ by Mapperley Top bank robbery

A lone male, thought to be aged 17 to 18, threatened staff at the RBS in Woodborough Road at around 2.15pm yesterday.

A roast dinner takeaway service has arrived in Netherfield – and it’s perfect if you hate leaving the sofa on Sundays

Bon Appetit, a new sandwich bar which recently opened on Victoria Road in Netherfield is cooking up takeaway Sunday dinners.

Businesses in Gedling borough warned about rates cold callers

The warning comes after a series of complaints were made to Trading Standards who are now advising local businesses to decline cold call offers to carry out a rating appeal.

Police hunt youths who caused damage to property in Bestwood

Police are looking for a group of youths who caused damage to a vehicle and a porch window in Bestwood on Wednesday night.

Police hunt male who targeted Netherfield branch of NatWest

Police are investigating after the Natwest on Victoria Road was robbed at around 2pm yesterday (January 18).

Table tennis champ gives thumbs up to state-of-the-art facilities at Gedling school

ENGLAND number 1 and double Olympian Paul Drinkhall gave his seal of approval to Carlton le Willow's Academy’s new state-of-the-art table tennis centre

Warning to Gedling borough residents about phishing malware email claiming to be from charity

Action Fraud are asking people not to open the emails purporting to be from the charity ‘Migrant Helpline’.

New home for Colwick river boat firm

Princess River Cruises will soon be mooring up half a mile down the river outside their new premises on Racecouse Road

Man who police want to speak to following alleged sexual assault may have links to Arnold

Police say a man they want to speak to following a reported sexual assault in St Ann's may have links to Arnold. A 15-year-old girl...

Cash boost to help ease homeless problem in Gedling borough

Homeless people across Gedling borough have been given a boost with the awarding of crucial funding to tackle the ongoing problem of rough sleeping

Gedling woman loses stone after joining Notts diabetes fitness project

50-year-old Micheall Hearson from Gedling lost more than a stone after being referred to Fit 4 Life, a project running across South Nottinghamshire and Nottingham to help adults with type 2 diabetes become more active.

Newstead Abbey secures funding for new exhibition space

The historic house has been awarded £75,000 to improve access to its collection with the new space which will be accessible to disabled visitors.

Warning letters to be sent to illegal TV show and film streamers in Gedling borough this week

Customers of Virgin Media, BT, TalkTalk and Sky will be the first to receive the letters, which will be sent as part of a pirating crackdown by the government.

Trespassing teens urged to stay away from ‘unsafe’ abandoned care home in Gedling

The police said they have received a number of calls about teenagers breaking into the old abandoned care home on the corner of Waverley Avenue in Gedling.

WhatsApp Sainsbury’s gift card scam warning to people in Gedling borough

The message being circulated tells users they can get a £250 gift card if they fill in a survey and pass the message on to 10 of their friends.

Police hunt pair who approached woman in Colwick asking for mobile phone

Police are appealing for information after a Colwick woman reported she was approached by a man and a woman in a van asking to use her mobile phone.
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