A453 DELEGATION MEETS TRANSPORT SECRETARY IN LONDON
Local MP Ken Clarke led a delegation from Nottinghamshire to London to discuss the widening of the A453. The meeting with the secretary of the state for transport, Philip Hammond, has been described by those who attended as “very constructive”. Mr Clarke joined Nottinghamshire County Council leader, Kay Cutts, and chief executive, Mick Burrows, and they were accompanied by Brian Conway, head of... Read More
LOCAL RESIDENTS STILL AGAINST TURBINES
Residents in Clifton and beyond continue to voice their dismay about plans by the University of Nottingham to erect wind turbines on land near the River Trent in Beeston. Local resident, John Carr, told The Local News: “My major concern is the danger to traffic caused by drivers being distracted by looking at the wind turbines, rather than fully concentrating on driving over Clifton Bridge in... Read More
GRADUATION DAY AT BUSY BEES IN CLIFTON
The parents and children of Busy Bees day nursery in Clifton joined together to celebrate the graduation of the children who were leaving to start school in September. All the children enjoyed party food and games and had their photos taken while dressed in their graduation gown and holding their certificate. Nursery manager, Maggie Bellamy, said: “This is about celebrating the achievement of these... Read More
FIND OUT MORE ON THE CATHOLIC FAITH IN CLIFTON
Lots of people have questions about the Catholic Church. Why is the Pope so important? Why does Mary have such a role in the church? Why do Catholics have to go to confession? Every year, starting in mid-September, the Parish of Corpus Christi in Clifton runs Thursday evening sessions to enable people who would like to know more about Catholicism to come and find out. There is no obligation to join... Read More
GREEN FLAG AWARD FOR RADCLIFFE SCHOOL
Pupils and staff at Radcliffe-on-Trent Junior School have been rewarded for their ongoing environmental, ecological and sustainable approach to learning, by receiving the Eco Schools Green Flag award. The school played a significant part in the village’s recent successful Greening campaign and changed its own eco-code to help promote awareness of household emissions. Older pupils have had a wide... Read More
STARS OF THE FUTURE IN KEYWORTH
A famous face visited Willow Brook Primary School to help choose the winner of its prestigious X-Factor competition. Andrew Monk, the Nottingham-based Simon Cowell look-a-like and a former semi-finalist on Britain’s Got Talent, came to the Keyworth school in the guise of the world famous talent show judge. Andrew cast his eye over the finalists, who included soloists and groups between the ages... Read More
NEW PRESIDENT FOR ROTARY CLUB
The new rotary year for the Bingham and District Rotary Club starts on the 1st July each year, at which time they have a change in president. The club’s publicity officer, Anthony Hall, told The Local News: “At our meeting last week, designated as our change over meeting, president Anni Gell recalled some of the events and highlights that took place during her year in office. One of the most important... Read More
SUMMER DANCE IN COTGRAVE
Sophie’s Academy of Performing Arts celebrated the end of another very successful year with a Summer Showcase last month. The strong choreography, great enjoyment and increased performance technique shown by the students indicate why the dance school goes from strength to strength. The highlight this year was the invitation for some students to perform at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London’s... Read More
MONTHLY FREE VALUATION DAYS IN RUDDINGTON
Charles Hanson and members of his team are coming to Ruddington each month – so get into the loft and bring out those old treasures and find out what they are worth. The first event in June was quite exciting with several interesting pieces. Ian Wilbraham brought in an ancient horse on wheels and Charles was very interested and the horse will now be going into a specialist toy auction in August. Chapel... Read More
RADCLIFFE WIN COUNTY CUP
Radcliffe-on-Trent Cricket Club won this year’s Nottinghamshire County Under-13 Cup by beating Kimberley. Connor Marshall, Jacob Devin-Baker and David Leaver were impressive as Kimberley were restricted to 75 from their 20 overs. In reply, Radcliffe reached their target in the 13th over for the loss of just two wickets. Marshall also excelled with the bat, making a rapid 35 before having to retire. Read More →