JOIN A NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEME TODAY
By Martin Rogalski Some readers will recall an article which appeared in the October issue – it was by Claire and Martin who wanted to share with readers their introduction to Neighbourhood Watch. I believe it is appropriate to follow their article with one from someone who has had a few years’ experience of Neighbourhood [...]
CRIME REDUCTION RECOGNITION FOR COTGRAVE
Cotgrave has taken second place in a national crime reduction award scheme. ‘Making Cotgrave Smile’ was in the running for the Home Office’s Tilley Awards, which recognises successful initiatives that help communities effectively solve problems caused by offending. It is the second time the project has made the shortlist – albeit entered in a different [...]
COTGRAVE PROJECT COULD WIN HOME OFFICE AWARD
A crime-fighting project in Cotgrave could win a Home Office award following a recent online vote. ‘Making Cotgrave Smile’ is in the running for the Home Office’s annual Tilley Awards, which recognise problem-solving initiatives that have addressed problems caused by crime and anti-social behaviour. The scheme is in the ‘projects led by non-policing agencies’ category [...]
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH INFORMATION
If someone offered you the opportunity to protect your home at no additional cost, wouldn’t you jump at the chance? Then why is it we all seem so reluctant to be a part of Neighbourhood Watch? For a long time now we’ve talked about setting one up. We’ve even got as far as looking into [...]
CAN YOU HELP POLICE IN BINGHAM?
Between Saturday 11th August and Tuesday 14th August 2012, there were two burglaries in Bingham. The first incident occurred on Cogley Lane and the second incident on Mallard Close. In both incidents windows were smashed in order to enter the property. Did you or anyone you know witness this incident? Do you know who has [...]
POLICE WARNING AFTER BRIDGFORD THEFTS
Nottinghamshire Police have had two reports of thefts of satellite navigation systems from Audi cars in the West Bridgford area recently. H Smedley (PS 564) told The Local News: ”Please ensure that you take the correct steps to ensure that you are not a victim of this particular crime. Always lock your vehicle, and don’t [...]
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEME RELAUNCHED IN COTGRAVE
After the closure of the mine in the early 90s, the old Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) scheme in Cotgrave fell into decline because of lack of interest and the area co-ordinator moving away. Now a new Neighbourhood Watch scheme has been relaunched in Cotgrave. This was the brainchild of councillor Sarah McGinley who saw the opportunity [...]
CAN YOU HELP WITH BINGHAM THEFT?
Police think a driving instructor may be a key witness to the theft of a large quantity of cash from a security van. The instructor is believed to have been parked up in a black vehicle on The Banks road as thieves entered the Vauxhall van, which was parked outside Toot Hill School at around [...]
STREET LIGHTING PLAN FOR WEST BRIDGFORD
Nottinghamshire County Council has published detailed proposals for street lighting in the West Bridgford area as part of its county-wide project to save over £1 million a year and cut carbon emissions and light pollution. Letters about the proposals have been sent to Rushcliffe Borough Council, the Rushcliffe Local Area Forum and emergency services for [...]
BROADMEER PLAY AREA
Cotgrave Town Council are reporting that Broadmeer Play Area is closed until further notice due to vandalism. The Town Council website said: “We are sorry for any inconvenience caused. If you require any further information please do not hesitate to call 0115 989 3876 or send an email to clerk@cotgrave-tc.gov.uk.