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Filmlovers set to flock to Mapperley outdoor cinema screenings

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Filmlovers set to flock to Mapperley outdoor cinema screenings

Film-lovers can look forward to a series of special open air screenings under the stars when Sunset Cinema Club pops up again at Haywood Road Community Centre in Mapperley next month.

This latest event is being timed to coincide with the peak of Perseid Meteor Shower – one of the most highly anticipated meteor showers of the year.

Screenings will take place on Aug 11 and Aug 12 on the bowling green space and up to to 200 people are expected to kick back in front of classic films, keeping an eye out for shooting stars above.

Sunset Cinema Club – who organise Pop-Up outdoor screens in creative, hidden and under-used outdoor spaces – will screen Close Encounters on Friday, August 11, to coincide with its 40th anniversary year; 80s smash hit Dirty Dancing will be shown on Saturday, August 12 by popular demand of local residents, and nearly exactly 30 years after its first release.

The expert volunteers from Nottingham Astronomical Society will also be attending the screenings with their star gazing equipment on hand to help locals learn more about the stars and Meteor Shower.

This is the second time that the Bowling Green at Haywood Road Community Centre has been chosen as a venue for a pop-up outdoor cinema by Sunset Cinema Club.

Louise Darby, founder of Sunset Cinema Club said:  “We are delighted to be working with Haywood Road Community Centre and Green Space again. After a wonderful welcome in June, we couldn’t resist coming back and with its fantastic position. we hope it’ll be an interesting spot to try to see some of the Meteor Shower above too.”

Film goers can expect a pop-up bar (with all profits helping to maintain the Centre), refreshments, a huge take-away pizza delivery as the film starts, and even a pre-show Dirty Dancing Dance-A-Long – with Mapperley Dance Centre ‘Studio 3’ on hand to ensure people are well and truly in the mood ‘for the last dance of the season’.

Tickets, which must be bought in advance, cost £8–£11 and are still available here: www.sunsetcinemaclub.co.uk

East Midlands Trains rates highly with passengers in independent survey

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East Midlands Trains rates highly with passengers in independent survey

Passengers on East Midlands Trains continue to rate its services very highly, according to the latest National Rail Passenger Survey issued today (25).

The survey shows that an impressive 89% of customers were satisfied with their service – which operates stations in Carlton, Burton Joyce and Netherfield.

It matches the highest level of passenger satisfaction previously achieved on East Midlands Trains and also marks a 3% year on year improvement.

Customers praised improvements to the on-train toilet facilities, with satisfaction up by 9%.

The space provided for luggage on trains was also rated more highly with an 8% increase.

The availability of staff at stations and attitudes and helpfulness of staff increased by 5%

Tim Shoveller, managing director for Stagecoach Rail, who own East Midlands Trains, said: “With over 21 years experience of running commuter, regional and inter-city rail services, we have lots of insight into the needs of all of our different customers. This experience, and our continued investment programme, is delivering some really positive results in customer satisfaction which we are very pleased to see.

“However, there’s always more that we can do as an industry to deliver the service our customers expect day in, day out. From the service the train operators provide, to the reliability of the rail infrastructure and the combined investment of all the partners involved in running Britain’s railway, it’s important that we all keep working as one team to keep focused on improving customer satisfaction even further.”

 

Gedling man admits to fatal stabbing in Sneinton

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Gedling man admits to fatal stabbing in Sneinton

A 19-year-old man from Gedling  has today (24) pleaded guilty to the fatal stabbing of Martin Maughan in Sneinton last year.

Ben Richardson, of Main Road, Gedling, admits manslaughter by loss of control, accepting he caused the fatal stab injury to 27-year-old Mr Maughan.

Officers were called to a property in West Walk, Sneinton, on December 10, 2016. Mr Maughan was found with a stab wound and died as a result of his injuries.

Richardson, who appeared at Nottingham Crown Court today, was remanded into custody and will be sentenced at Nottingham Crown Court on October 17, 2017.

Police appeal after suspected arson attack at Woodthorpe allotment

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Police appeal after suspected arson attack at Woodthorpe allotment

Police are appealing for witnesses after an arson attack at allotments in Sherwood.

Nottinghamshire Police and Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue were called to the scene of the fire at Woodthorpe Allotments (off Winchester Street) just after 11pm on Thursday (July 20) .

Two sheds were destroyed during the blaze and another was left damaged. Other sheds were broken into and property was stolen.

A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: “This fire was deliberate. The motive for setting fire to the sheds is not known at this time but the potential for the situation to have gotten seriously out of control was there as the sheds are very close to large trees and shrubbery, which fortunately didn’t set alight.

“If you were in the area of Winchester Street/Woodthorpe Park or Cavendish Vale last night and you witnessed anything suspicious or you have any information regarding who may be responsible.”

If you have any information then contact PC 2820 Stephen Fletcher, Beat Manager for the Sherwood Ward NPT by calling 101 ext 802 4645 or 07792437302.

Alternatively you can email Stephen.fletcher1@nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk or if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Class A drugs found during police raids across Calverton

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Class A drugs found during police raids across Calverton

Nottinghamshire Police yesterday found and seized Class A drugs during a series of drugs raids across Calverton.

The Gedling Neighbourhood Policing team carried out three succesful drugs warrants which were done in conjunction with other teams from the force including a specialist drugs dog unit.

Three addresses were targeted in the village, including a public house. An amount of Class A drugs were found during the raids.

A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: “The Neighbourhood Police team will now be working with various agencies including housing associations and licensing to follow up on todays find

“This was an intelligence-led operation and today’s warrants would not have been possible without members of the public giving information to the police.”

If you have any information regarding drug supply or other criminal activity in your area then contact police on 101 or via crimestoppers anonymously, alternatively you can contact your local neighbourhood team.

Man cleared of historic sex abuse at Bestwood care home

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Man cleared of historic sex abuse at Bestwood care home

A former social worker at a Bestwood children’s home has been acquitted of historical child sex offences.

Lewis Castillo, of Winterbourne Drive in Stapleford, was charged with five counts of indecently assaulting a child back in August last year.

The 53-year-old denied the offences, which were alleged to have taken place against one victim at the Redtiles home in Bestwood, between 1989 and 1990.

He was found not guilty today (21) by a jury at Nottingham Crown Court following a three-day trial.

REVEALED: Gedling borough 76th most affordable place to live in UK

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REVEALED: Gedling borough 76th most affordable place to live in UK

How much would you pay to live around here?

New research has today revealed that Gedling borough is the 76th most affordable place to live in the UK.

The study, carried out by MoneySuperMarket, also uncovered it will take the average couple six years to purchase a house outright in the borough.

The research was carried out using MoneySuperMarket’s mortgage affordability calculator, in combination with ONS and Land Registry data.

The firm analysed average house prices and average salaries to work out the average required deposit needed to buy a house across 441 local authorities in the UK.

The following statistics were also revealed about Gedling borough:

  • Average house price is £167,517
  • Average joint salary of a couple is £55,052
  • Average minimum mortgage deposit required is £8,376

The analysis also showed that the local authority of Kensington and Chelsea is the most unaffordable place to live in the UK.

House prices in the area are on average £1.3million and an average salaried couple would need to accrue a 52 per cent deposit (£688,772) before buying in the area. With the combined salary of a couple living in the borough averaging £147,918, people can expect to wait approximately 23 years before they’ve saved enough to buy a home.

Kevin Mountford, banking expert at MoneySuperMarket, said the dream of owning a home was now becoming harder and harder due to rising house prices.

He said:  “For those who want to take their first steps onto the ladder, reaching the minimum deposit levels required causes serious financial strain and, as our analysis highlights, many might be priced out of their desired area.

“Similarly, for those who already own their own home but are looking to take that next step up the ladder, the stretch could be a bigger burden than anticipated.

“It is important to strike a balance when relocating and prospective buyers shouldn’t stretch themselves too far. For those who want to maximise their chances of securing their dream home in their dream area, paying off debts is the best way to start, as existing borrowing will be taken into account by a lender when it comes to applying for, or extending, a mortgage.

“Reducing the amount you spend each month could also help when it comes to boosting the amount a lender thinks you can afford to borrow.

He added: “When comparing mortgages, it’s vital to work out the total cost over the term of the deal, taking both rates and fees into account. Don’t automatically be put off by high fees, as it may be worth paying them to benefit from lower interest rates. Costs can vary greatly between providers, so taking the time to shop around and work out the total amount you have to repay over the term of the offer is essential.” 

  • You can read the full report on the top 50 least affordable areas here, or use the MoneySuperMarket mortgage calculator to find how much you are eligible to borrow.

People in borough being warned about latest WhatsApp scam email

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People in borough being warned about latest WhatsApp scam email

Fraudsters are sending out messages to people across the borough claiming to be from WhatsApp in order to steal banking and personal information.

Here is why they might catch people out…

Long term users of WhatsApp will remember paying a 0.99p annual fee to use the messaging service. In 2016, this was scrapped by Facebook who took over running of the company after buying it for £11.4bn.

That means since 2016, the service has been free for every user.

Whilst late adopters of the service might look at the email below and simply brush it off, long term users will remember paying and could quite easily think the app has gone back to its subscription model and get caught out.

The ‘scam’ emails claim your “subscription will be ending soon” and are after your banking information. We have been getting an increasing number of reports about them over the past couple of days.

SCAM: The email claiming a charge is being introduced to WhatsApp users

Last year users were being tricked into downloading a fake ‘Gold Version’ of What’sApp which infected Android devices with malware.

If you receive one of these emails or text messages, do not click on any links. Instead, delete it. If you’ve already clicked on the link – run antivirus software to ensure your device hasn’t been infected with malware.

Colwick gas works close section of Chaworth Road for four weeks

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Colwick gas works close section of Chaworth Road for four weeks

A month of gas works will see a major route into Colwick closed off to traffic.

Work to upgrade gas pipes on Chaworth Road will begin on Monday, August 7 and is expected to last four weeks.

During the works, the section of Chaworth Road between the junction of Balmoral Road and Road No.1 will be closed to traffic.

CLOSED: A section of Chaworth Road between Balmoral Road and Road No.1 will be shut for four weeks

There will be an advertised diversion route during this time.

A spokesman for Cadent Gas, who are carrying out the work, said: “Please be assured every effort will be made to minimills any inconvenience this essential work may cause.”

The NCT 44 service will also be diverted as works take place.

The bus will be diverted in both directions via Colwick Loop Road instead of Vale Road (service 44A will be unaffected).

For further information you can contact Cadent Gas on 0800 0965678

Man charged after attempted robbery at travel agents in Carlton

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Man charged after attempted robbery at travel agents in Carlton

A man has been charged following the attempted robbery of a travel agent in Carlton.

Damien Mellors, 34, of Trefan Gardens in Nottingham, was charged yesterday with attempted robbery, two counts of possession of an offensive weapon, possession of imitation firearm with intent to cause fear,criminal damage and possession of a bladed article.

Officers were called at around 3pm on July 12 after he was reported to have entered a travel agents on Carlton Hill with a weapon, before reportedly demanding money.

The shop owner was assaulted and was later taken to QMC for treatment to a head injury.

Mellors appeared at Nottingham Magistrates Court yesterday (July 19) and has been remanded.

He is due to reappear at Nottingham Crown Court on 16 August 2017

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