Arnold Town suffered a heavy defeat on the opening day of the new East Midland Counties season last weekend.
New to the League, after lifting the Notts Senior League, League and Cup double last season, Newark Flowserve were quickly off the mark leading 3-0 after just eleven minutes.
New signing Danny Meadows from Grantham Town scoring two of the early goals, he then added two more late on as the home side ran away with it in the second half putting eight past the helpless Eagles without reply.
Arnold’s Manager Wayne Looker will be looking for a vast improvement from his shell-shocked side as they make another road trip on Saturday to Leicestershire side Ashby Ivanhoe.
A woman from Sneinton has today been charged with assisting an offender in connection with the death of Stephen Walsh.
Roseann Newton, 20, of Findern Green, Sneinton, has been bailed to appear at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on September 11.
Mr Walsh, 37, was found dead at his home in Blenheim Avenue, Mapperley, at 5.55am on Monday 30 July after being assaulted the previous night.
Twenty-one-year-old Oliver Brown, of Digby Avenue, Mapperley, appeared before magistrates on Saturday (August 4) charged with manslaughter in connection with the incident and is due to appear at Nottingham Crown Court on September 3.
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A shocking new campaign which aims to prevent teenagers from trespassing on the borough’s train lines has been launched
The rail industry has teamed up with the British Transport Police to launch the new campaign – called ‘You Vs Train’, which targets teenagers to make them face the serious and devastating consequences for them and their loved ones when they make the potentially life-changing decision to ignore warnings and go onto the railway.
At the heart of the You Vs Train campaign is the story of Tom Hubbard – a young boy who suffered life-changing injuries in 2014 when he was electrocuted by the overhead power cables.
Tom suffered third degree burns across 57% of his body and he has been left to deal with the serious physical and psychological consequences ever since.
Tom said he is lucky to be alive.
He said: “I woke up 11 days later in the burns unit at Birmingham’s Queen Elizabeth Hospital wrapped from head to toe in bandages, heavily medicated and unable to string a sentence together.
“I don’t think I knew what was real and what wasn’t.
“When the doctors and my mum came to speak to me a few days later, the enormity of what had happened finally hit me. They explained how lucky I was to be alive, but it was going to be a long road to recovery.
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“Four years on I’m still affected by the events of that day and every time I look in the mirror I’m reminded by that one decision to go on the railway.
“The accident has made me more of an introvert and cautious of trying new things, often opting to stay in during the day to avoid people and wear hoodies and long-sleeved tops to hide my scars, even on hot days”
Allan Spence, head of public and passenger safety at Network Rail, said that hundreds of people each year unintentionally take on the railway and lose.
He said: “This year we have already seen a record number of young people losing their life or being injured on the track.
“The railway is full of both obvious and hidden dangers. The electricity on the railway is always on and always dangerous.
“Trains can also travel up to 125 miles per hour, so even if a driver can see your child, they can’t stop in time and they can’t change direction.
He added: “Parents – please help us keep your children safe by educating them about what they take on when they step on the track.”
BTP Assistant Chief Constable Robin Smith, said: “We hope that by sharing Tom’s story, young people who might have previously considered trespassing on the railways will think twice.
“We want his story to be heard – the tracks are not a playground. They’re incredibly dangerous and, as Tom’s story shows, can easily result in serious injury or worse.
“We hope the campaign will help young people to understand the risks, and help them to make the right decision and stay away from railway lines. Equally, it will also help them understand that bad decisions don’t just affect them, but they will have a deep and lasting impact on their families and friends as well.
“This campaign is not just for our young people but also their friends and family.”
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Plans for a new medical centre in Netherfield were given the green light last night after winning unanimous approval at a council planning meeting.
Gedling Borough Council has agreed to let the new development in Ashwell Street go ahead and councillors were full of praise for the design of the new centre.
Now plans have been approved, the new medical centre and also a pharmacy will be constructed along with associated car and cycle parking facilities, sub-station and planned landscaping work.
PICTURED: The site on Ashwell Street as it looks today and an artists impression of the new centre, below (PICTURE :Gedling Eye)
The new centre is expected to cost around £3m, which will be indirectly paid for by NHS.
Assura, has been chosen as the developer who will construct the new surgery.
Senior development manager, Andrew Cooper, said earlier this year: “With more patients using this surgery and with significant new housing growth expected to continue, the GPs need a building which can offer them flexibility and more space for the future – especially given the NHS’ strong focus on delivering a bigger range of services closer to home.”
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Stargazers across Gedling borough are in for a treat this weekend as the annual Perseid meteor shower returns to light up our night sky.
The annual celestial event is always one of the best meteor showers to observe each year and can produce around 60 to 70 meteors or ‘shooting stars’ an hour.
The Perseid meteor shower arrives sometime between July 17 and August 24 each year, but is expected to peak this weekend (August 11-12).
To see them you do not need a telescope, binoculars or any other equipment as they should be visible to the naked eye.
PICTURED: Perseid meteor shower
The Perseids are a meteor shower that appear to radiate outwards from the constellation Perseus, which is in the north-eastern part of the sky, however the meteors can be seen from any point in the sky.
The best sightings are usually in the early hours before dawn.
A retail park in Netherfield is gearing up to welcome its newest store – JD Sports.
The leading sports-fashion retailer this week announced plans to open a new outlet at Victoria Retail Park this autumn.
Well known for its major sports brands including Nike, Adidas, Ellesse and The North Face, JD Sports will join a whole host of big names at the shopping site including Boots, Argos, TK Maxx, Next and M&S Foods.
High-quality furniture store Oak Furniture Land has already made a move into larger premises next to B&M at the site, so JD Sports will now be taking their previous store space next to Pets at Home this autumn.
PICTURED: Victoria Retail Park
Hayley Turley, asset manager of Victoria Retail Park, said she is delighted to be welcoming another brilliant addition to the shopping destination.
She said: “We have a great selection of shops here at Victoria Retail Park when it comes to fashion and sportswear options. This includes Next and TK Maxx, so we’re excited to add JD Sports to our offering,” she said.
“The arrival of JD Sports and Oak Furniture Land’s move to a larger space is fantastic for Victoria Retail Park and we would like to wish both teams the best of luck with their new stores.”
Richard Barnes, regional manager at Oak Furniture Land, said: “We established ourselves at Victoria Retail Park over four years ago and we’re delighted have moved to a new and bigger unit which will offer an additional 400 sq.ft. of retail space, meaning even more customers have the opportunity to shop with us.”
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Police in Arnold have issued an appeal to trace the owner of a quantity of cash found in the town.
The money was found on Plains Road on July 15.
The lost cash has now been handed in to police who are keen to trace the owner and have launched an appeal.
A spokesman for Gedling Police said: “We received a report of an amount of cash being found on Plains Road in Arnold.
“This cash was handed to the Police and so far nobody has come forward to claim it. If you think it may be yours please contact us on 101 and ask to speak with PCSO 4764.
They added: “Anybody claiming this money will be required to answer numerous questions to ensure it gets back to its rightful owner.”
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Proud pooches are preparing to strut their stuff later this month at the second annual Nottinghamshire Hospice Dog Show.
Pugs, poodles and pomeranians will be among the hundreds of canines competing for prizes at the event at the Mapperley-based Hospice on Sunday, August 26.
Awards will be up for grabs for the waggiest tail, most handsome dog, prettiest bitch or the best dressed pooch, as well as for the dog that looks most like its owner. Winners in each category will then compete for best in show.
Penny Cooper, head of Retail at Nottinghamshire Hospice said: “This is our second ever dog show and it will be even better bigger and better than last year’s which was a resounding success.
“Whether you’re a Heinz 57, a pedigree or a cross-breed, make sure you lead your human down to the hospice for what will be a fun day out for all the family – including the owners!”
There will be plenty of doggy treats for guests to get their canines into, plus refreshments for the humans. There will also be games and activities for guests to take part in with their four-legged friends.
PICTURED: Last year’s ‘Best in Show’ Jimmy Grimble with owner Gayle
Last year’s show, which saw 200 dogs walk through the gates, scooped more than £2,500 to benefit patients, their carers and families.
Star of the show last year was golden retriever Jimmy Grimble who won best trick and best in show.
Jimmy’s owner Gayle Tebbutt has had links with the hospice since 2013 when our Hospice at Home nurses cared for her husband before he died.
“I wanted to say thanks for all the night-time help you gave me when I was caring for my husband and not able to get any sleep myself. My husband died in May that year so it meant a lot to be able to give my support by coming to the dog show.
“Jimmy Grimble and I thoroughly enjoyed the day last year and hopefully will be able to join you again this year.”
Admission to the event is just £1 for adults and 50p for children on the day and gates open at 11am.
To enter a show category, it’s £2 per category per pet. To enter, please visit www.nottshospice.org/dogshow to print and fill in a registration form and bring it with you, along with payment, on the day.
The categories for the show are:
12.00 – Waggiest Tail
12.15 – Dog Most Like its Owner
12.30 – Most Handsome Dog
12.45 – Best Looking Bitch
13.00 – Best Dressed
13.15 – Best Trick
14.00 – Waggiest Tail
14.15 – Dog Most Like its Owner
14.30 – Most Handsome Dog
14.45 – Best Looking Bitch
15.00 – Best Dressed
15.15 – Best Trick
There will be a maximum of 10 places available in each category, on a first come first served basis.
Entry will close when all 10 places have been filled, or 15 minutes before the category start time.
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Drivers are being warned that a busy road junction in Gedling is to close for five days as resurfacing works are carried out.
The junction of Westdale Lane and Main Road in Gedling will be closed during the work, which is being carried out by contractor Tarmac.
This work will last for around five days and will require the closure of the bottom of Westdale Lane and part of Main Road.
The work will begin on Sunday, August 19 at 8am and is expected to finish on Thursday, August 23 at 3pm.
As well as cars, a number of bus services will be affected during this time.
From the start of service on the Sunday (19) until Thursday (23) a number of services will be diverted.
Lilac 24, 25 and N27 towards Westdale Lane/Mapperley:
Buses will run on their normal route until Carlton Square Tesco. Buses will then turn left onto Cavendish Road, and remaining on there until it reaches Westdale Lane. The buses will then continue on their normal route.
CHANGES: Bus routes during the roadworks
Lilac 24 towards City:
Buses will turn right from Digby Avenue onto Westdale Lane and then left onto Cavendish Road, until it reaches Carlton Square.
Lilac 25 towards City:
Buses will follow the normal route to the junction of Cavendish Road and will then turn right onto Cavendish Road, using the full length to reach Carlton Square
The following stops won’t be served by these services during the works: Carlton Square, Manor Green Walk, Redland Grove, Main Rd, Westdale Lane, Victoria Street, Ramsdale Road, Bakewell Avenue, Hartington Avenue, Lascelles Avenue and Digby Avenue
Red 44/44A towards City:
Buses will follow the normal route to Arnold Lane/Main Road, but will then carry straight on along Arnold Lane, using Shearing Hill and Colwick Loop Road. At the junction of Burton Road, buses will turn right onto Burton Road and left onto Manor Road and to normal route.
Stops labelled Church View, Tennyson Avenue, Westdale Lane and Redland Grove cannot be served.
Red 44/44A towards Gedling: Buses are unaffected by these works and will be normal route.
All stops on the diversion routes will be observed.
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If there’s one issue that continues to cause frustration amongst our local residents and is a blight on the place in which we live, it’s litter.
The Gedling Plan 2018 / 19 sets out the Council’s intention to achieve a number of higher level objectives, including how they, along with the support of their partners, intend to improve the lives of the people who live in Gedling.
The people of Gedling would, I am sure, agree with the Plan’s assertion that first impressions are created by the borough’s appearance and support its intention to create a welcoming, attractive, clean and healthy environment which residents can be proud of.
These are fine words, however, local residents and visitors will judge this ambitious statement against their experience of day to day life in the Borough, where it has become increasingly obvious that many of our streets are far from clean, because of the amount of litter that is left to accumulate over months, if not years.
Anyone who has walked along the Colwick Loop Road from its junction with Conway Crescent to Victoria Road will know exactly what I mean. The amount of litter, much of which originates from fast food outlets, both on the foot path and the embankment at the side of the road is shocking.
I have reported this problem twice to Gedling Borough Council via their on-line reporting system over recent months and it is disappointing that they are yet to respond.
PICTURED: Litter at Willow Park in Gedling (PHOTO: Philip Oddie)
This is however, but one example of a problem that is evident throughout the Borough.
In April this year, I decided to go out and collect litter from a 100 yard section of Willow Lane, Gedling and was shocked when I filled four binbags full of plastic bottles, cans, glass bottles and an assortment of paper.
It was clear that much of the litter had been there for a considerable time and half of it could have been recycled.
I have been out a number of times over recent months and repeated the exercise and there is no doubt that the absence of litter makes a huge difference to the look and feel of an area.
A number of our residents have also expressed an interest in supporting a future clean-up and I contacted Gedling Borough Council on April 29 to ascertain whether they would support local residents volunteering to collect litter from the area in which they live. I have not received a response. What makes this situation even more frustrating is the fact that the Gedling Plan seeks to ‘encourage volunteering’. I don’t feel encouraged!
I feel sure that Gedling Borough Council will point to budget cuts and limited resources when pressed on the state of our streets however, they have choices in how they spend their budget.
The fault for litter on our streets clearly lies with a minority of individuals who have no respect for the places in which they live or visit and care nothing for the environment however, surely we cannot accept that once discarded litter should remain where it was dropped.
At some point it has to be collected if we are going to make Gedling a place to be proud of and I think it is reasonable to expect that our Council will actively respond to this problem and will also encourage and support those local residents who are willing to work in partnership with them to improve our area.
Do you agree? Have your say in the comments section below.
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