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First phase of construction completed at new Teal Park business development near Netherfield

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First phase of construction completed at new Teal Park business development near Netherfield

Nationwide businesses have started fitting out their new premises at a major multi-million-pound development near Netherfield.

The first phase of construction has been completed at Teal Park off the Colwick Loop Road which is being jointly developed by Warwickshire-based AC Lloyd Commercial and Nottingham-based Henry Davidson Developments (HDD).

The completed phase consists of 33,300 sq ft of trade units and a 28,860 sq ft industrial unit.

This is part of a £30 million GDV mixed-use site which will also include a further six trade units and six large employment units totalling 111,000 sq ft, a care home, a new Local Centre with four retail shops, a children’s day nursery and a pub as well as an Aldi supermarket.

Tool Station, Screwfix and Howdens are kitting out their new homes of 4,000 sq ft, 5,000 sq ft and 6,000 sq ft respectively ahead of their planned openings in the next few months.

Mark Edwards, Managing Director at AC Lloyd Commercial, said: “This is the next exciting phase in the development of Teal Park and to be have delivered it on time and to budget, considering the impact of Covid-19 and labour and construction materials shortages, is sterling work from everyone involved.

“We expect the total number of jobs to be created on the site to reach over 340 when all three phases are completed which will give a much-needed boost to the economy as we start to re-build following the pandemic.”

Richard Croft, director at HDD, added: “Following the opening of the care home earlier this year, it will be great to see Tool Station, Screwfix and Howdens open their doors to their customers and really see the area come to life.”

Men charged after £1m cannabis grow discovered at Mapperley property

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Men charged after £1m cannabis grow discovered at Mapperley property

Two men have appeared in court after police found around £1m worth of cannabis growing in a residential property in Mapperley.

Officers forced entry to an address in Lucknow Drive shortly before 11.30am on Thursday (September 9). 

Inside they found a large-scale cannabis grow, with around 1,400 mature plants crammed into multiple rooms across the detached property.

Jevgenij Babkov, 24, and Noyus Kastenas, 20, both of Lucknow Drive, have been charged with the production of a class B drug.

They appeared at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on Saturday morning and were remanded in custody. They will next appear at Nottingham Crown Court on October 4.

Inspector Karl Thomas, local area commander for Nottinghamshire Police, said: “Targeting drug related crime is a key local priority for us. That’s because the trade in illegal drugs has very serious consequences in our communities – not only for the people who use and deal in them, but also for local residents who are put at risk by associated violent crimes.

“We would ask anyone with suspicions about properties in their area to make us aware as soon as possible.”

Man due in court after street fight in Arnold

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Man due in court after street fight in Arnold

A man will appear in court after police were called to a report of a street fight in Arnold.

Officers were called to Mansfield Road, Redhill, shortly after 9pm on Saturday (11) after witnesses reported a fight between a small group of men near the junction with Larkspur Avenue. 

A suspect was arrested shortly afterwards when a car was pulled over in nearby Cross Street.

Lee Tannahill, aged 44, has been charged with using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour, drink-driving, and possession of a bladed article in a public place

Tannahill, of Ashdale Road, Arnold, has been released on bail and will appear at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on September 29.

Nobody was seriously hurt in the incident.

Sergeant Janine Barnes, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “We will always respond very quickly to reports of violence and take action to ensure people’s safety. Our investigation into this incident is ongoing.”

Remember this? Two-year old visualisation shows how Gedling Access Road could look when completed

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Remember this? Two-year old visualisation shows how Gedling Access Road could look when completed

This visualisation created two years ago was designed to give people living in Gedling borough a glimpse of how the Gedling Access Road could look once completed.

The 3D CGI visualisation was created back in 2019 and was designed to give residents an idea of the route the new £40m bypass would take and fit into the local landscape.

The video was published in December 2019 just before work begun to construct the new road in January 2020.

It was revealed last week that workforce and labour issues as well as delays over Covid have caused council spending on the Gedling Access Road to be more than £5 million over budget.

It has led to mounting concern over where the funding will be found, with one councillor fearing the £40 million project could become “our HS2”.

Arnold care home team dish up delicious breakfasts for local key workers

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Arnold care home team dish up delicious breakfasts for local key workers

Arnold-based carers from Coppice Lodge care home have been spreading a little joy around the local community, dishing out hearty breakfasts for frontline workers to show their support and say thank you for all that they do.

With lots of suggestions from the team on where to make their first delivery, Hayward House Hospice Palliative Care Unit was selected to receive the feast in recognition of their outstanding work throughout the pandemic.

The Coppice Lodge team created tasty breakfast bags including sausage and bacon sandwiches, along with vegetarian and gluten free options.  They also included a touching ‘thank you’ letter, offering words of support and encouragement to their fellow healthcare heroes.

The care team at Coppice Lodge now intend to continue spreading the joy across the community to those who have worked throughout the pandemic. Plans include deliveries to a multitude of sectors including the emergency services, fire, ambulance and police units, paramedic teams, local GP practices, chemists and pharmacies, postal service workers, refuse collectors and even teachers at local primary schools.

Lifestyle Manager, Lorna Thornley, who is playing an instrumental role in delivering the delicious meals  around the community said, ‘During my deliveries, I met some truly inspirational people who have really worked hard over the last year and absolutely deserved a treat! Everyone was so grateful for their breakfast sandwiches, and it really goes to show how a little bit of kindness goes a long way’.

Alex Field, Home Manager at Coppice Lodge, said, ‘We have received so much positive feedback about our breakfast deliveries, and I am just pleased to know that maybe the reason a key worker is smiling is because of our team – It is an incredibly rewarding feeling and the whole reason we started our breakfast initiative!’.

Coppice Lodge, operated by Ideal Carehomes, is a residential and dementia care home boasting a hair salon, cinema room and spacious lounges overlooking landscaped sensory gardens.

You can find more information at https://www.idealcarehomes.co.uk/.

Netherfield chippy Mo’s wows chip shop food blogger

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Netherfield chippy Mo’s wows chip shop food blogger

A food blogger who is carrying out a tour of the UK’s finest chip shops was full of praise for one Netherfield chippy during a visit to the town.

Mo’s Fish and Chips on Victoria Road was featured on The Chip Shop Diaries blog and achieved some high scores from the chirpy chippy reviewer.

The service was also praised.

The blogger sampled a small fish, chips and curry sauce during their visit.

They wrote: “The chips were lovely. Piping hot, fluffy in the middle and fresh tasting.

“The small skinless cod that had just come out the fryer had a very thin and crisp batter. The small flakes of fish were pure white and delicate.

“The sweet curry sauce was thick enough to cling to the chips and peppery enough to make my nose start to run.

“All in all a satisfying lunch.”

The chip shop was awarded some high scores after serving up the delicious dish.

The awarded (out of five) the chips – 5, fish (small cod) – 4, curry sauce – 4 and the shop and service – 4

You can see the review here: http://thechipdiaries.blogspot.com/2021/09/mos-fish-and-chips-netherfield.html?m=0

‘Now more than ever we need everyone’s help’: NHS bosses make plea to Gedling borough residents as 1,100 turn up at A&E

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‘Now more than ever we need everyone’s help’: NHS bosses make plea to Gedling borough residents as 1,100 turn up at A&E

NHS bosses in Nottinghamshire have made a plea to residents in Gedling borough calling for support after 1,100 patients turned up to A&E.

They are asking for help from residents in the borough to make sure they can focus emergency care on the sickest patients.  

Recent figures show that in the patch there are 200 people with Covid-19 in hospital beds with 26 being in the most critical condition. 

At the same time the A&E teams are seeing increasing numbers of patients, with over 1,100 patients in just one day last Monday at King’s Mill and Queen’s Medical Centre. 

Dr James Hopkinson, a local GP and Clinical Leader of the NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), said: “All our staff working in health and care services are trying to make sure we see people who need us.

“Teams are tired after 18 months of living and working with Covid-19 and all health and care staff are trying hard to see patients who need care. 

“Pressure is on every part of the health and care system from our GPs working tirelessly to support all their patients in need to beds being limited in care homes due to staffing shortages and outbreaks of illnesses.

“As always we are working together as a system to do everything we can to make sure we get the care to everyone who needs it but we need the public to help us and only use A&E for urgent, life threatening emergencies.” 

Dr David Selwyn, medical director at Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Trust, which runs the Kingsmill Hospital, said: “We are here for every single patient who needs us, but please if you do not have a major, life changing illness consider visiting an Urgent Treatment Centre and if you are unsure visit 111 for advice on the best place for your needs. 

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“People turning up at hospitals with minor illnesses are waiting a very long time for treatment. We have seen people who have attended A&E with coughs and colds, which can be easily treated by a pharmacist or at home, as well as someone asking for their false nails to be removed which isn’t a medical issue. For more advice and guidance, visit 111.co.uk who can direct you to the most appropriate service.” 

With hospitals full and patients waiting for long periods of time, the clinical teams are doing all they can to make sure people in hospital who are well are able to return home. The hospital teams rely on families to help with getting their loved ones home and now more than ever that help is needed.   

Rachel Eddie, Chief Operating Officer at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, who run QMC and City Hospital, said: “We want to offer the best care to all of our patients whether it’s via A&E so they get the urgent care they need or a specialist team to treat cancer or other urgent conditions.   

“Families can really help us at NUH by supporting their loved ones to go home whilst they await a care package or accept a placement in a care home. We know this is not ideal but we are grateful to families for continuing to do everything they can to support loved ones to return home so we can get patients who really do need to be in hospital into a bed quicker”. 

James Hopkinson added, “We have been so grateful for the public support throughout the pandemic. We have been overwhelmed by kindness and thoughtful gestures. We know the public are incredible in their support and the biggest thing they can do now to help us, is to think about how they use our services. Our local GPs, urgent treatment centres and pharmacists are incredible and offer excellent treatment. There are evening appointments available and the waits are much shorter for minor ailments. 

“We don’t want people to wait and we want to offer the best care we can, but saving lives is the main job of A&E and we must always prioritise life.” 

Remember 

The NHS is here for you and so if you are concerned about a new lump or mole or have any other health issues then please get in touch with your GP. 

If it is not an emergency you can use a range of service, such as: 

Pharmacy 

Pharmacies can offer over the counter advice and treat common illnesses such as colds, sore throats, stings and allergies. 

Call 111 First 

Once a patients calls 111 or visits 111 online they will be navigated to the most appropriate service, first time by a trained operator. The operator will even be able to book appointments and timeslots at the most appropriate health service for your needs. 

Visit the NHS Urgent Care Centre 

  • Nottingham – The NHS Urgent Care Centre (next to the BBC building) is open every day from 7am-9pm. It deals with non-life threatening injuries and health problems. You don’t need an appointment to attend. Seaton House, London Road, Nottingham, NG2 4LA Tel: 0115 883 8500 

Plans submitted to turn Gedling House into meditation centre with cafe and bookshop

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Plans submitted to turn Gedling House into meditation centre with cafe and bookshop

Plans have now been submitted to turn Gedling House into a meditation centre with cafe and bookshop.

The historic home was sold to Kadampa Meditation Centre Nottingham Ltd, earlier this year and will begin work on converting the 241-year-old building on Wood Lane into a Buddhist centre if plans are approved.

The semi-detached three-storey Georgian house, which is Grade II listed, was being used as office space by previous owners Jigsaw Homes Group.

Proposals submitted to Gedling Borough Council include creation of a meditation centre with a cafe and a book shop that would be opened to the public.

Ten bedrooms would also be created along with teaching suite and meditation suite.

PICTURED: Gedling House and Woods

A paved area would be created outside the cafe for tables and chairs and car parking would also be made avialble.

A spokesman for Kadampa Meditation Centre, talked to Gedling Eye following the sale back in May earlier this year.

They said:“We are really looking forward to moving into Gedling House

“As well as being a beautiful house, it also has stunning gardens and woodland. We are really lucky to be coming here.

“We are really looking forward to welcoming and working with the local community when we open our doors.”

Built around 1780, Gedling House was sold onto various individuals including Sir John Turney, until 1955 when it was sold to the local council.

The house was listed as Grade II in 1950 and it retains many original features including a paneled entrance hall, geometrical cantilevered wooden staircase and three 19th-century classic style fireplaces and hob grates.

Gedling Borough Council will make a decision on plans in the coming weeks.

Secret Takeaway Eater: La Piazza, Carlton Square

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Secret Takeaway Eater: La Piazza, Carlton Square

This week our Secret Takeaway Eater visited La Piazza in Carlton Square to give the pizzas described as ‘Nottingham’s finest’ a taste.

MATCH REPORT: Hilton Harriers 2-3 Linby Colliery Welfare FC

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MATCH REPORT: Hilton Harriers 2-3 Linby Colliery Welfare FC

Linby travelled to the Mease Pavilion in Derbyshire to face Hilton Harriers – a team they have never beaten in the three seasons Hilton have been in the CML.

Manager Andy Tring was again forced into changes, due to injuries, illness and unavailability.

Marshall Collingwood started at centre back; Mitch Jackson started in midfield.

Jack Leverton was back in goal after his three-match ban.

Linby got off to the worst possible start, going down 2-0 inside the first nine minutes of the game.

With only two minutes gone, Linby failed to clear the ball and as the loose ball bobbled around the area, the referee gave a penalty, adjudging Leverton to have fouled Hilton’s Scott Julien.

Scott Abbey made no mistake from the spot to put the home team 1-0 up.

On 9 minutes it was 2-0, a long ball, Aaron Millinchip latched onto it , and produced a superb angled finish, in off the far post, to leave Leverton with no chance – 0-2.

10 mins and Linby created their first chance of the game with good work from Rory Smith and Ash Foster, set up Sean Craven, but his shot was just wide of the target.

15 mins, and it could have been 3-0 but for a good save from Leverton, to deny the dangerous Millinchip.

On 17 minutes, Smith tried his luck from the edge of the area, only to see his shot blocked with possibly a hand, despite Linby appeals for a penalty – the referee waved play on.

26 mins, and Linby pulled a goal back, Smith sent Foster away down the right wing , he jinked

His way past two defenders , and drilled a low cross in from the byline, which was turned home by Jackson from 6 yards out, 1-2.

Amazingly, on 34 minutes, Linby were level. A quick free-kick from Craven found Smith clear, his initial shot was well saved by Hilton keeper Harry Wood, but the Linby man, showed composure to calmly control the loose ball and slot into the bottom corner, 2-2.

A breathless first-half ended with the teams level .

Half time. Hilton Harriers 2, Linby CWFC 2

Five minutes into the second half, Linby thought they had the lead: Craven was quick to pounce onto a mistake from Wood as the keeper attempted to take a quick free kick on the edge of his area, but surprising the referee disallowed the goal saying Wood had not played the ball?

It looked very much like Wood had got away with that “one” .

54 mins and more good work from Foster down the right as he beat his man and crossed for Craven who hit an instant half volley, which Wood brilliantly saved .

Craven saw a free kick saved on 62 minutes as Linby pressed for the elusive third goal.

65 minutes in, Linby finally took the lead as Sam Brookes won a tackle on the half-way line and fed the speedy Harley Shooter who had come on as substitute, Shooter’s pinpoint cross found Foster 12 yards out, who applied a one touch volleyed finish into the bottom corner, 3-2.

Linby survived late pressure from the home team to take all three points, and keep their unbeaten start to the season going.

Indeed , they could have added to their goals, when the lively Foster was denied what looked a certain penalty , in the dying minutes.

LINE UP: Leverton, Smith, Tring, Collingwood, Conn, James, Jackson, Brookes, Craven, Jones, Foster.

SUBS: H.Shooter ( for Jackson 60m), T.Adcock(for Tring 66m)

Man of the Match: Ash Foster

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