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Free play days planned over the summer in Calverton, Arnold and Carlton

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Free play days planned over the summer in Calverton, Arnold and Carlton

A series of play days are being organised by Gedling Borough Council for kids across the borough over the summer and the good news is – they’re free!

The first free play day takes place in Calverton on July 20 at William Lee Memorial Park on Park Road, Calverton between 1.00pm – 4.00pm

This year’s event will have the theme of “Pirates and Princesses”.

The Play Day is being organised by Gedling Borough Council and the Calverton Play Day Committee and funded by Calverton Parish Council, Gedling Borough Council and with extra donations from local individuals and companies. 

Gedling Play Forum will provide art & craft activities using materials that would have gone to landfill.  There will be a Climbing Wall, Body Zorbs, KMX Karts and Laser Quest. 

Kids can also try their hand at Sherwood Bushcraft, mini Crazy Golf, Drumming and story Workshop, Face Painting and lots of other exciting free things to do.

Organisers said: “Children may get in a mess, so don’t wear your Sunday best!”

A flyer promoting the event in Arnold

The free Arnold Play Day event takes place on Wednesday, August 7 at Arnot Hill Park between 1pm-4pm

Gedling Play Forum and Gedling Borough Council present another chance for under 14s in the area to express themselves through creative and imaginative play.

Gedling Play Forum will provide art & craft activities using materials that would have gone to landfill. 

Have a go at the mini skate ramp park in the Park View car park, try your hand at Sherwood Bushcraft skills, join in with the drumming workshop and have your face painted. 

A spokesman for the council said: “Something for all ages and abilities, so wear your play clothes and be prepared to get very messy.”

The flyer for the event in Carlton and Gedling

The free event for children in Carlton and Gedling takes place on Wednesday, August 21 at Burton Road Recreation Ground between 1pm-4pm.

Gedling Play Forum will provide art & craft activities using materials that would have gone to landfill. 

Have a go at the mini skate-jam on the Skate-park, learn new survival skills with Sherwood Bushcraft.  Mini golf/putting green, face painters and drumming workshops.  

Parents must be in attendance at all times if their children are attending an event. 

Additional information can be obtained from Lorraine Brown, Events & Play Officer 

Tel No (0115) 901 3602 or E-mail lorraine.brown@gedling.gov.uk  or see Gedling Borough Council’s events page at http://www.gedling.gov.uk/events/

Arnold shooting: Man, 20, charged following firearms incident

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Arnold shooting: Man, 20, charged following firearms incident

A 20-year-old man is due to appear in court on Thursday (June 27) charged with possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life.

The charges relate to a shooting in Arnold that occured in Roundwood Road, Arnold, Nottingham on Saturday (June 8).

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PICTURED: Nottingham Magistrates’ Court

It is not believed anyone was seriously injured in the incident.

Jamal Roberts of Bateman Gardens, Hyson Green is set to appear at Nottingham Magistrates Court after he was arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life.

The 23 and 22-year-old men who were arrested on Tuesday 25 June 2019 have been bailed with conditions.

People urged to fake or bake for chari-tea party in Woodthorpe to raise cash for cancer cause

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People urged to fake or bake for chari-tea party in Woodthorpe to raise cash for cancer cause

Two women from Gedling and Mapperley have shared their stories about their encounters with cancer in a bid to encourage people to get involved in a new campaign for Marie Curie.

Helen Scott from Mapperley and Rosie St John, who lives in Gedling, became friends after joining the Marie Curie Mapperley and Arnold Fundraising Group.

Both were inspired to raise funds for Marie Curie following their own personal experiences with life limiting illness.

They hope to use their stories to inspire individuals to organise or attend a Blooming Great Tea Party with tons of tasty home-baked or shop-faked treats.

The money raised at the Blloming Great Tea Parties will support the work of Marie Curie in Nottinghamshire, including the funding of a clinical support line, where people with any clinical questions or concerns can speak to an Information and Support Nurse.

Helen said, “When my dad was diagnosed with cancer it was his wish to stay at home. Marie Curie provided the care and support he needed to make this possible.

Mel Giedroyc is showing her support for this year’s Blooming Great Tea Party campaign from Marie Curie

“Being a member of a Marie Curie fundraising group and organising events like our tea party is rewarding, enjoyable and inspiring. We get to eat cake for charity. What more could you want?

“Baking has become a family affair with my daughter, brother and nephews all making cakes for the Blooming Great Tea Party. Baking with my family is great, doing it for a great cause is even better.”

Rosie said, “I was diagnosed with cancer in 2013, so whilst I am well enough I want to do everything I can to help a worthwhile cause. I’ll be faking my bakes, as the only thing I like to make is restaurant reservations!

Nottinghamshire people should get involved, enjoy themselves and feel proud that they have a great city full of great people.”

The Mapperley and Arnold Fundraising Group hope to raise £500 at their tea party this weekend with special guests, Forest legend, Liam O’Kane and BBC Radio Nottingham’s Dean Jackson in attendance.

There’ll be plant sales, toys, ‘strawbs and cream’ stalls, raffles and refreshments.

If you’d like to join Rosie and Helen at their open event, pop down to the Good Shepherd Church Hall in Woodthorpe, NG5 4HT, this Saturday (June 29) from 11am – 1pm.

If you’d be interested in ‘Baking’ or ‘Faking’ your own Blooming Great Tea Party, ‘donating’ to a party near you, or joining a fundraising group, get in touch with Marie Curie by calling our freephone number 0845 052 4184, or check out the website www.mariecurie.org.uk/teaparty .   

Your guide to this year’s Gedling Gala

Emily Sanchez
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Your guide to this year’s Gedling Gala

The clock is ticking down until Gedling Gala Day which takes place on July 6 from noon.

The theme of this year’s event – which is being held in Willow Park – is Vintage.

There’s something for everyone at this year’s event with fairground rides, live entertainment and refreshments on offer.

There will also be lots of stalls including local information, charities, crafts, and cupcakes – plus an area for kids with Gedling Play Forum, and activities for the whole family.

PICTURED: People enjoy the first Gedling Village Family Gala back in 1977 (PICTURE: Bill Fenton)

The Gedling Gala has been held every summer since 1977 and attracts on average 2,500 visitors for each event.

This year the Gala will be collecting for three local charities: Stonebridge City Farm, The Ark, and Saint Paul’s Breakfast Club

There is our website at www.gedling-gala.org.uk and if you require any further information, contact organisers on 01158408073.

New council app will allow people to report potholes in Gedling

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New council app will allow people to report potholes in Gedling

People across Gedling borough will soon be able to report potholes, find out school opening times and access other council services through a new app

The free app, which will be called MyNotts, is currently under development by Nottinghamshire County Council.

It is predicted to cost £90,900 this year, some of which is being spent with a private app development company.

Next year, the council expects to have to spend £47,000, and then £41,000 in future years to run the app.

It is hoped spending on the new app could lead to savings in other areas. For example, the council said if take-up is good, there is potential to reduce the number of calls to its call centre.

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It will be rolled out in two phases, with the first being a more basic app, and the second including personalisation, reporting functions, connections with other Notts public services and local news sites.

A council report on the issue said: “The aim of the MyNotts app is to make it easier and improve engagement and access to council information, services and wider Nottinghamshire organisations.

“In reviewing processes and considering technological and automated developments, consideration will be given to the needs and abilities of all residents to access services to ensure that any approaches developed do not disadvantage groups.”

However some frustration was voiced by councillors over how long the scheme was taking.

Cllr John Cottee represents Keyworth for the Conservatives, and said: “I just want us to get on with it. I know we are doing it but it just feels a bit slow.”

The work on the app was first started in September 2017. It is not yet known exactly when the app launched.

Police make city centre arrests after shooting in Arnold

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Police make city centre arrests after shooting in Arnold

Police officers have arrested three people during a raid in the city centre during the early hours of this morning (25) following a shooting in Arnold.

The men aged 23, 22, and 20 have been arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life.

The incident happened at Roundwood Road on Saturday (June 8).

It is not believed anyone was seriously injured in the incident.

Armed officers made the arrests at Lexington Place, Plumptre Street in the city centre at around 1.30am.

A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: “There is a scene currently still on with officers continuing there investigations and working closely with Nottinghamshire Fire and rescue who are assisting with the recovery of items.

Officers continue to appeal for any information regarding the incident to ring 101, quoting incident number 320 of 8 June 2019.

You can also contact Crimestoppers

Bowled over: Girlguides invited to be trophy bearers at ICC Cricket World Cup matches at Trent Bridge

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Bowled over: Girlguides invited to be trophy bearers at ICC Cricket World Cup matches at Trent Bridge

Two girlguides from Woodthorpe were bowled over to be selected as trophy bearers during recent matches in the ICC Cricket World Cup.

12-year-old Ruby Neil and Charlotte Holford, 14, were invited to walk out with teams during the Australia v Bangladesh and India v New Zealand matches at Trent Bridge.

Both Charlotte and Ruby are members of 1st A Woodthorpe Guide Unit and also promising cricketers: Ruby is a member of Gedling Colliery Cricket Club’s Girls U-15 and U-13 squads as well as Nottinghamshire Cricket Board’s U-13 squad while sports-mad Charlotte has just completed her Baden-Powell Challenge – the highest award a Guide can achieve – and is already planning to train as a PE teacher when she leaves school.

PICTURED: Ruby Neil

The girls were nominated as trophy bearers by Woodthorpe Guide Leader Elaine Davey.

She said: “I heard that the hunt was on for youngsters who had done something special in a cricketing context.

PICTURED: Charlotte Holford

“Charlotte and Ruby had demonstrated such potential and enthusiasm for cricket when our Guides and Brownies took part in coaching sessions given by Notts CCC at our meeting place in Woodthorpe last year last year that I knew they would be the right girls for the job!”

“Sadly the girls couldn’t wear their Guide uniforms for the occasion. Kit on the day comprised special shirts which they get to keep as mementoes of the part they played in the 2019 Cricket World Cup. “

Enquiries about membership and volunteering opportunities with Girlguiding Nottinghamshire are always welcome: for details call County HQ on 0115 987 7220 or visit www.girlguidingnottinghamshire.org.uk

Police appeal after man and woman are assaulted on Carlton Hill

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Police have launched an appeal after a man and woman were seriously assaulted in the early hours of Sunday morning (June 23).

Nottinghamshire Police were called just before 2.30am to a report that a 57-year old man and 50-year old woman had been injured during the assault, which happened on Carlton Hill near to its junctions with Albert Avenue and Curzon Avenue.

East Midlands Ambulance Services (EMAS) crews attended to treat the pair for their injuries.

The woman sustained cuts that will require stitching, while the man suffered potentially life-altering head and facial injuries.

Detective Sergeant Charlotte Henson from Nottinghamshire Police, who is leading the investigation, said: “We have launched an investigation following what is a particularly nasty assault that left both victims requiring medical treatment for their injuries.

“We are particularly keen to trace the suspect in this incident, who was believed to have been with a woman of a similar age in the moments before the assault.

“The man we would like to speak to is described as white, aged in his early-to-mid twenties, is around six feet tall and was wearing a white top. He is believed to have left the scene on foot with the woman in the direction of Carlton Square.

“We are appealing to anyone who was in the Carlton Hill area around the time of this assault to come forward with any information they have or any dashcam footage that they believe could help our teams to identify the man responsible for this assault.”

Did you know cooking oil can be recycled and used to make green energy in Calverton?

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Did you know cooking oil can be recycled and used to make green energy in Calverton?

Rather than chuck that cooking oil straight down the sink after a fabulous fry-up, why not take it to Calverton Recycling Centre where it can be used to produce green energy.

The site on Hollinwood Road has a special container which can be used for cooking oil from householders.

This can then be recycled to create green electricity. 

A spokesman for Veolia, who manage the site at Calverton, said: “Each litre of used cooking oil tipped down the drain costs you 14 pence through water utility bills

“Once the used cooking oil is collected from the Nottinghamshire sites, it is taken to Nottingham based eco-firm Living Fuels’ state-of-the-art recovery facility, where it is turned 100% naturally into a clean, green bioliquid, LF100.

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PICTURED: The council’s recycling facility in Calverton

“This bioliquid is then used in Living Fuels’ renewable energy facilities to provide carbon neutral electricity to the National Grid at times of unexpected power demand.

“Just one litre of used cooking oil can create enough ‘green’ energy to make 240 cups of tea whilst one full recycling centre tank provides enough to power a home for an entire year.”

Those taking oil to the facility are being reminded not to pour cooking oil into the used engine oil container at recycling centres. 

Cooking oil from commercial properties is not accepted. 

The spokesman added: “Cooking oil/fat should not be poured down kitchen sinks as this can result in blocked drains.

“Let’s help to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels Notts”

Winona Makanji, the girl from Arnold who is hoping to become a WWE wrestling superstar

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Winona Makanji, the girl from Arnold who is hoping to become a WWE wrestling superstar

A young wrestler from Arnold is hoping to pin down a regular place in the WWE line up after trials in London.

Winona Makanji was one of only 18 female wrestlers from across Europe to be invited to the WWE U.K. Performance Centre in North London for a tryout earlier this month.

After wowing judges, Winona was invited to make her WWE debut at the recent Download Festival in Leicester where a mini-tournament is held each year.

PICTURED: Winona Makani (IMAGE: Tony Knox Photography)

Following her recent debut, she is now hoping to feature more regularly in WWE competitions.

Winona has now been competing as a wrestler for two years, making her debut in the ring back in December 2017.

She competes under the name of ‘Kanji’.

Winona’s mother, Zara Hayes, said she is very proud of her daughter’s achievements.

She told Gedling Eye: “Winona has achieved all of this purely by working hard and following her dream of becoming the UK’s best female wrestler.

“She managed to wowed the officials of WWE after just three days of training with them.

(PHOTO: Tony Knox)

“Not only has she achieved all this in wrestling, she also put herself through university twice and then graduated as an ‘outstanding’ teacher.”

Winona started to seriously follow her dream of becoming a professional wrestler following the tragic death of her father.

Zara said: “Sadly, whilst at university she lost her father to a sudden cardiac death. This wasn’t expected as he was still very young. But she pushed on.

“Her one regret is her that her dad never got to see her wrestle as he was the one who introduced her to the sport when she was still a small child.”

Zara now hopes her daughter’s success will help inspire youngsters in Arnold, who have got a bad press recently after a spate of antisocial incidents in the town.

She said: “With all the bad press surrounding young people in the area involved in antisocial behaviour and youth violence, here’s one young person who is shining bright not just for the UK, but also for Arnold.”

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