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Bogus police officer warning to Gedling borough pensioners

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Bogus police officer warning to Gedling borough pensioners

Elderly residents in Gedling are being warned to be on their guard against doorstep conmen who are claiming to be police officers to get their hands on bank cards and pin numbers.

The warning comes after a number of incidents involving fraudsters contacting pensioners either by phone or calling round to homes and claiming to be from the police.

The fake officers claim they are investigating a fraud which they believe the elderly person has been a victim of. They then request to see bank cards and personal identification numbers (PIN) of the victim and claim these are needed for investigation purposes.

If the victim was first contacted by made phone, fake officers will tell the victim that someone will be over to collect the evidence. In one case a victim was instructed to attend their local bank and withdraw all of the money from their account. The suspect was left alone in the victim’s house whilst the victim carried out the instructions.

A spokesman for the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau said: “Before letting anyone into your home who claims to be from any law enforcement agency, ask to see their identity card and check it by calling 101.

“If you receive a phone call from a police officer, ask for their name and force and tell them you will call them back. Wait a few minutes and then use 101 to call them back through their force’s switchboard and verify their identity.”

They added: “The Police will never ask for your PIN or passwords. Do not give this information to anyone. The Police will never request that you withdraw/transfer any money to them.”

If you believe that you have been a victim of fraud you can report it online http://www.actionfraud.police.uk/report_fraud or by telephone 0300 123 2040.

Millers comeback to secure rout over fellow strugglers

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Millers comeback to secure rout over fellow strugglers

On a wet, windy and muddy afternoon in Nottingham it was Carlton who came out with all three points in a relegation six pointer against Tividale writes James Morton.

With Daniel Gordon breaking the deadlock from a free kick that curled into the bottom corner. However Chris Sterling scored just before the break from the penalty spot to send both sides in at half time with the score line level.

It was Sterling who also grabbed the first goal of the second half as he curled the ball past Jack Steggles and into the bottom corner. However, Carlton were not going to accept defeat and a corner from debutant Joe Fitzpatrick avoided everyone before going in the top far corner of the goal. Then Romaine Graham gave Carlton the lead for the second time, as the striker eventually put a goalmouth scramble away. It was Graham who put the result beyond doubt when through one-on-one blasted the ball into the bottom corner. The scoring was then finished when Fitzpatrick got his second of the game, with a shot from the edge of the box that went into the far bottom corner.

It was Tividale that dominated possession early on, and Malachi Farquharson would have been disappointed not to at least get his shot on target when he smartly turned in the Carlton box, but his effort went wide of the target. Moments later and Chris Rabone had a fierce shot deflected off a Carlton defender that looped up and claimed by Jack Steggles.

The visitors kept this tempo up as some smart build up wide right ended up with the ball at Sterling’s feet, but his shot was straight at Steggles. As was his effort a minute later.

Then Carlton broke the deadlock as they were awarded a free kick, after a bit handball appeal. Top goalscorer Daniel Gordon stepped up and curled the free kick into the top corner, Thomas Turner did get a touch, but it wasn’t enough to keep out the effort.

Gordon then almost doubled the hosts lead, but his effort from the left hand side went just wide of Tuner’s far post and out for a goalkick.

Then as half time was approaching Matthew Newton made a clumsy challenge on Rabone, leading the referee to point to the spot. Sterling stepped up and passed the ball into the bottom right corner, with Steggles going the wrong way.

After the restart, the visitors took the lead when Sterling was allowed time to curl a shot into the far corner, giving Steggles not much chance of stopping the effort.

However, as the rain started to come down Carlton grabbed a leveller as Joe Fitzpatrick, on debut, curled a free kick into the box, which seemed to avoid everyone and nestle into the top corner of the goal.

The Millers then had their tails up and a delightful ball from Josh Rae played in skipper Anthony Howell, but on a race with Turner to the ball, it was the Tividale goalkeeper who got there first.

Steggles was called up though to deny Rabone on a counter attack from Tividale, with a rebound being cleared eventually by the Carlton defence.

Then it was to be a siege from the Millers, as firstly Graham came close when through one-on-one, but Turner managed to take the pace off the ball, and was eventually cleared off the line by the covering Tividale defence.

Not that it mattered much, as it was Graham who would give the hosts the lead for the second time in the afternoon. When he converted a goalmouth scramble that before that seemed to avoid the goal at all costs, with the ball coming off the post at one point.

Graham then scored his second of the evening when he was played through one-on-one and this time smashed the ball past Turner, with the ball nestling into the bottom corner of the goal.

The scoring was then complete as Rae battled hard on the edge of the eighteen yard box and byline, to win the ball, before playing the ball back to Fitzpatrick, who from the edge of the box smashed to ball across goal and into the far corner of the goal.

Carlton now move on to Wednesday night when they host Barwell in the League Cup, where they will be hoping to keep up their recent scoring record to pull of an upset against the Leicestershire side who apply their trade in the league above.

Carlton Town: Steggles, Newton, Wholey, Walker, Marshall, Fitzpatrick, Rae, Howell, Graham, Nangle (Knight 80), Gordon (Davie 63).

Unused Subs: Sturgess, J. Law.

Goal Scorers: Gordon 36, Fitzpatrick 57, 86, Graham 75,79.

Tividale: Turner, Jackson, Chilton (C), Fletcher, Barnes, Male, Stevens, Turton, Sterling, Farquharson, Rabone.

Subs: Grainger, Brown, Danks, Thompson, Granville.

Goal Scorers: Sterling 41 (pen), 47.

Attendance: 66

Man of the Match: Romaine Graham

Netherfield pub to offer takeaway turkey dinners this Christmas

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Netherfield pub to offer takeaway turkey dinners this Christmas

turkey-dinner1Does the thought of having to slave over the stove to make a full turkey dinner with all the trimmings this Christmas leave you feeling in a bit of a flap? 

If so, fear not, as It’s Inn The Bank pub in Netherfield is offering customers a festive feast to go on the big day.

All you have to do is preorder your takeaway Christmas meal from the pub and then pop in to collect it on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day or Boxing Day. For those who don’t fancy traditional turkey then beef and pork options are also on offer.

The pub is hoping that many of the town’s elderly and also those that live alone take up the takeaway offer so they don’t miss out on having a Christmas dinner this year.

For more information pop into the pub on Victoria Road, Netherfield, or visit their Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/inn.bank

 

New Netherfield shop to promote and sell work of local craft producers

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New Netherfield shop to promote and sell work of local craft producers

A new shop selling homemade crafts and bespoke items in Netherfield opened its doors to the public for the first time this week.

Ragdoll Embroidery, which is based on Victoria Road, makes many of the items they sell on site.

But as well as stocking their own handmade goods, Ragdoll also give local artists and designers the opportunity to rent shelf space and sell their own creations in the new shop.

Business owner Jo Digweed said: “You can rent out a portion of the shop from as little as £20 per month, and we promise to not take a percentage of their profits if they agree to promote the items they are selling.”

The new shop can be found next to Heart and Sole, on Victoria Road, Netherfield.

For more information check out their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ragdoll-embroidery-131408830205656/

Or Twitter @jodigweed

Netherfield’s HSBC bank closes its doors for last time

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Netherfield’s HSBC bank closes its doors for last time

Netherfield’s HSBC bank will close its doors for the final time tonight after a drop in customers forced the bank to end the local service.

Customers who use the branch of HSBC on Victoria Road will now have to travel to Arnold to visit the nearest bank as from Monday.

The closure of the branch was first announced back in September. The cash machine outside the branch will also be removed.

A spokesman for HSBC said some services will be relocated to Netherfield Post Office, where customers can check their balance and withdraw and pay in cash and cheques.

They said: “We never take the decision to close a branch lightly, and we understand it’s unsettling for the local community. Unfortunately, use of the Netherfield branch has fallen significantly over the past few years, and we’ve taken the difficult decision to close it today.

“We have been working with customers who use the branch to help them understand their options. There are also a large number of fee-free cash machines in the local area.”

Sad to see HSBC leave Netherfield? Does it matter now we have online banking?

Post your comments below or email news@gedlingeye.co.uk

 

Gedling shoppers warned to avoid bogus websites in run up to Black Friday

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Gedling shoppers warned to avoid bogus websites in run up to Black Friday

GEDLING shoppers buying electrical goods and domestic appliances online on Black Friday are being warned to avoid bogus websites.

The National Fraud Bureau (NFIB) said it had received reports of scammers setting up bogus websites advertising electrical goods and domestic appliances at below market value that do not exist.

The fraudsters will request your card details via the website but after attempting to make a payment the purchaser will then receive an email stating the payment failed and they must pay via bank transfer.

A spokesperson for NFIB said: “The fraudsters entice the purchaser and reassure them it is a legitimate purchase by using the widely recognised Trusted Shop Trustmark.

“The fraudsters are using the Trustmark fraudulently and have not been certified by Trusted Shops and therefore the purchaser is not covered by the Trusted Shop money-back guarantee.”

What can shoppers do to protect themselves?

*Check the authenticity of the websites before making any purchases. Conduct a ‘whois’ search on the website which will identify when the website has been created, be wary of newly formed domains. You can conduct this search using the following website – https://who.is/.

*Carry out online research in relation to the website, company name and the business address provided to identify any poor feedback or possible irregularities.

*Check the Trusted Shops Facebook page where warnings about websites using their Trustmark are published. If you are in doubt about the legitimacy of a Trustmark then you can contact Trusted Shops on 0203 364 5906 or by email service@trustedshops.co.uk. They will confirm whether they have certified that website.

*Payments made via bank transfer are not protected should you not received the item. Therefore always try to make the payment via PayPal or a credit card where you have some payment cover should you not receive your product.

*If the item advertised seems too good to be true, then it probably is.

If you believe that you have been a victim of fraud you can report it online http://www.actionfraud.police.uk/report_fraud or by telephone 0300 123 2040.

Police hunt thieves after spate of burglaries in Gedling and Burton Joyce

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Police hunt thieves after spate of burglaries in Gedling and Burton Joyce

Police are warning homeowners in Gedling and Burton Joyce to be on the alert following a spate of burglaries in the area over the past fortnight.

Police say most of the offences have occurred in the afternoon or evening with offenders entering the properties through rear doors or windows.

In a recent burglary in Burton Joyce, the offender smashed a rear window to access door keys which had been left in the lock on the inside of the door by the occupant.

In all the offences, electrical items and jewellery were stolen.

Local neighbourhood inspector Andrew Berryman said there are measures the public can take to make life difficult for thieves.

He said: “Please ensure that you secure your property, even when at home, and remove keys from doors and windows. When possible, make your property look occupied when not by leaving lights on, and using timers to put televisions and radios on. Timers can be purchased from a number of outlets cheaply.”

Detectives are investigating all these offences and are keen to hear from anyone who may have information as to who may be responsible. Please contact Nottinghamshire Police via 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 with any information.

New plant shop opens this weekend at Woodthorpe Park

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New plant shop opens this weekend at Woodthorpe Park

A new plant shop at the nursery in Woodthorpe Park will open its doors to the public this Saturday and a range of special offers will be available over the opening weekend.

The nursery is the hub of the award-winning Nottingham in Bloom campaign, growing half a million plants each year for the city’s displays and playing a vital role in Nottingham’s entry into the East Midlands in Bloom competition.  It also grows plants for a number of neighbouring local authorities and others further afield.

Councillor Dave Trimble, Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Culture, said: “Over the past few years people have flocked to buy plants at the nursery’s occasional open days.  This small shop will cater for year-round demand and will support the work of the nursery.   Our team have a wealth of experience and are looking forward to sharing their skills and advice.”

Woodthorpe Park Plant Shop will open daily from 9am to 3pm. Plants on sale will include Poinsettia and Cyclamen grown at the nursery, along with a variety of other seasonal plants and shrubs.  Christmas trees, plants and gifts will also be on sale from November 28 until December 23. More information is available on www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/plantshop

There will be a day of Festive Family Fun on Saturday 12 December, from 9.30am to 3.30pm.  Attractions will include craft stalls, Santa and face painting.  Entry is free.

Arnold in seventh heaven after big win lifts them off bottom

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Arnold in seventh heaven after big win lifts them off bottom

Arnold Ladies moved off the foot of the table with an emphatic 7-1 victory against Grimsby Borough Ladies at Eagle Valley.  

Hard work is something the management at Arnold have constantly told the players that will bring success. After weeks of hard work and gradual improvement it was pleasing to see it all come together today. Facing Grimsby Borough who narrowly came away with a 2-1 win earlier in the season, it was seen as a potenial 6-pointer today with both sides occupying the bottom two spots in the league.

Arnold were boosted by a full squad having battled valiantly the previous week with just 10 players, which clearly improved the atmosphere in the dressing room although it did give manager Andy Ingle a selection headache. Straight from kick off, Arnold were quick to harrass the visitors but saw less of the ball within the first 15 minutes. Once they settled down and got a hold on the game the chances started to develop. Molly Parker looked dangerous as ever when running at the defence but to no avail. It was the returning Elli Leathen, back after an knee injury, who calmly played the ball to the captain Jen Lorimer. she turned inside her marker before placing the ball with her weaker left foot into the bottom corner.

This allowed Arnold to increase their intensity and play with more freedom. Emily Nelis was causing problems with her pace on the left side, which opened up the space for Molly Parker to run through on goal before picking her spot and doubling the lead. Minutes later it was three as Jen Lorimer found space on the edge of the box before curling the ball into the top corner.

Grimsby still looked dangerous going forward and never gave up. Numerous corners caused the Arnold defence to have to be on their guard but they stood up to everything thrown at them. Things continued to get better and better as Molly Parker found her self on the bi-line before placing the perfect pass for Emily Nellis to tap in at the back post.

4-0 at half time could in reality have been doubled but having not been in this position for a long long time, it was important that heads were kept focussed as Grimsby are a team of grafters and an early goal back would have made it a nervous second half. Whilst the game plan was being well executed it was a fluke goal that brought the visitors back into the match, as a save by Emily Hallam cruelly rebounded off her before spinning backwards into the net before she could claw it out.

Character was now so importatnt as Grimsby grew in confidence, still hoping to get something out of the game. Having weathered the storm Arnold held firm and the defensive midfielders of Chloe Jordan and Ciara Button maintained the wall infront of the back four as well as driving the side forward. Molly Parker doubled her tally with another composed finish before Natasha Leach opened her Arnold account when she scored from just outside the 6 yard box to make it 6-1.

With two players now on for a hatrick, it was great to see the home team close out the game so professionally with the bonus of Molly beating the skip to the match ball, with a simple finish at the back post.

So 7-1 at full time is a convincing win but there is still alot of the season to play. The quality and belief is here and with consistancy, this season could really be starting now as long as the players contunine their hard work, but for tonight there are smiles all round and rightly so.

Team: E.Hallam, T.Potter, C.Davey, C.Potter, C.Norman, J.Lorimer (c), E.Leathen, C.Jordan, C.Button, E.Nelis, M.Parker

Subs: B.Polak, C.Stocks, K.Hart, N.Leach

The Arnold Town Ladies 2nd team had one of those days that football often provides. Having taken the lead in the Senior League Cup v Ilkeston, they managed to watch chance after chance either hit the post (five times), be saved or miss the target. Ilkeston offered little going forward but managed to sneak the ball in at the front post following a second half corner to equalise. They then managed to take the lead 5 minutes later with a well taken direct free kick. Arnold continued to press and were finally rewarded with a good team goal with under 15 minutes to go. With only one team in it now it was heart breaking for all involved when Ilkeston were awarded a penalty in which they duly converted. Final score 2-3 but with lots of positives to be taken into next week’s game against Mansfield Town.

The Under 16’s and 18’s were in action for the Notts FA Shield. The 16’s were on wrong end of a 9-0 defeat away at Bingham whilst Notts County beat the under 18’s by a 1 goal margin, winning 3-2 at Eagle Valley

Gedling borough Christmas lights switch-on round-up

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Gedling borough Christmas lights switch-on round-up

Gedling towns and villages will light up with festive cheer in a series of Christmas light switch-ons over the next week.

Arnold’s main event will take place on Thursday, November 26, from 5.30pm, with an evening of fun and entertainment. There will be performances from the local school choirs and also Methodist youth band Altar. Refreshments will also be available during the event from the Methodist Church Hall. The Mayor of Gedling, councillor Meredith Lawrence, will arrive into Eagle Square at 6pm to officially flick the switch.

On Friday (27) The Mapperley Plains School choir will be performing before the big switch-on at Mapperley Top from 4.45pm

Carlton Square, Gedling Village and Calverton will all be lighting up their town and village centres on Saturday, November 28.

Villagers in Calverton are invited to the memorial hall to see the lights being turned on from 3.15pm.

Carlton Square will be lit up from 3.30pm. There will be tea and coffee available as well as mince pies; a local choir will also be performing.

Gedling residents can head into the village and see the Mayor of Gedling hit the switch at 6pm. After the lights switch-on, visitors can enjoy refreshments, Christmas songs and meet Santa in the Memorial Hall from 6.15pm.

Head into Lambley on Tuesday, December 1 at 6pm if you want to see the village get their festive lights turned on. Refreshments will be available from the W.I

Those free on Thursday afternoon (December 3) can head to Carlton Hill and see the lights switched on from 3.30pm

In Netherfield the big switch-on takes place on Friday, December 4 when the Mayor of Gedling will arrive to flick the switch at 5.15pm. Santa will also be making an appearance.

Ravenshead’s lights will be turned on at 4pm on Saturday, December 4.

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