50 years ago, after an advert in a local shop in 1976, Ann Marchant founded KSTD with a handful of pupils. The school now has 250 students, seven teachers, running over 40 weekly classes across 10 different genres at three venues. To celebrate this milestone anniversary over 200 KSTD pupils aged from three years to adults entertained audiences across 3 shows at Loughborough Town in ‘Golden’ … read more...
Buttercross Pre-School pupils far from stuck in the mud
Buttercross Pre-School in Bingham has set up a brand-new mud kitchen following support from its local community. David Wilson Homes donated £300 to Buttercross Pre-School to support its efforts to create an … read more...
Music Extravaganza Returns to East Leake Village Hall This July
Music lovers are in for a treat this summer as East Leake Village Hall hosts another fantastic Music Extravaganza on Saturday 25th July 2026. Featuring a variety of talented local musicians and singers, the … read more...
Local Hockey Club Celebrate Historic National Success
Boots Hockey Club’s Men’s Over 35 Squad made history beating Sittingbourne 1-0 to win the England Hockey Trophy at the National Hockey Club Championships this Early May Bank Holiday, claiming the club's first … read more...
Pierrepont Gamston Primary School Praised for Inclusive Ethos
Pierrepont Gamston Church of England Primary School is celebrating a highly positive SIAMS (Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools) report, with inspectors praising both its inclusive ethos and … read more...
Horticultural Society’s Summer Show returns for 133rd year
The popular Lowdham Summer Show returns on Monday 31 August, bringing an afternoon of family entertainment, competitions and community spirit to Lowdham Village Hall and Playing Fields (NG14 7BD). The show is … read more...
Rising star secures Nottingham Forest academy place
Staff and pupils at The Glapton Academy in Clifton are celebrating after eight-year-old Sonny achieved a major milestone by signing a contract with Nottingham Forest Football Club. Sonny, a Year 3 pupil who … read more...
Councillor helps Cricket Club with funding for new mower
A local cricket club has secured its future for the season thanks to support from Nottinghamshire County Councillor Helen Faccio. Councillor Helen Faccio recently visited Beeston and Toton Sycamore Cricket … read more...
Secret Ingredients For Festival Success Revealed By Gloworm Organisers Ahead of 10th Edition
As family festivals across the UK face mounting pressures, Gloworm Festival believes it has found the secret recipe for success - and it starts with glow sticks, nostalgia, camping and getting families off … read more...
Attenborough Church Pre-School celebrates 65 years!
On the sunny afternoon of Tuesday 12th May, an exciting event occurred at Attenborough Village Hall, attended by many. It was a celebration of the 65th year of Attenborough Church Pre-School, a not-for-profit … read more...
Community Spirit Shines at Gedling CAN Celebration
On St. George’s Day, representatives from over 30 local organisations gathered to celebrate Gedling Borough’s voluntary and community groups. The event was organised by Gedling CAN (Community Action … read more...
Clough Stories Event Marks Milestone
A special event featuring stories about the legendary football manager Brian Clough will celebrate a major milestone for the Cloughie tribute podcast. Latest figures show the award-winning pod, Green … read more...
NCT Unveils ‘Wish Bus’ in Honour of Charity Founder Barbara White
Nottingham City Transport (NCT) has unveiled a specially dedicated bus in partnership with its 2026 Charity of the Year, When You Wish Upon a Star, celebrating the remarkable legacy of its inspirational … read more...
Community Quilt To Be Heartwarming Tribute to 250,000 Lives Changed by Framework
Hundreds of social groups, schools and care homes are helping to create a community quilt for Framework to represent 25 years of working together to end homelessness. More than 80 groups - from care homes to … read more...
Live Music Returns To Nottingham Castle For The First Time in A Decade
West End musical showstoppers, 80s power ballads and the surging popularity of country music in the UK are behind an exciting new live concert series at one of Nottingham’s most iconic outdoor venues. Summer … read more...
Radcliffe Olympic Under 12 Eagles Soar to Cup Glory
Local young footballers are celebrating after the Radcliffe Olympic Eagles Under 12 girls team secured a stunning cup final victory in the Nottinghamshire Girls and Ladies Football League. The Eagles were … read more...
New Hybrid Cricket Pitches to Help Future-Proof Cricket Club
Plumtree Cricket Club is delighted to announce the successful installation of two new hybrid cricket pitches at its ground. Completed over 29th, 30th and 31st March 2026, by leading sports surface … read more...
Local school celebrates official opening of its new learning village
Pupils, teachers, councillors and partners gathered to celebrate the official opening of the new learning village at St Peter’s CofE Junior School in Ruddington. Work on the new £6.5 million purpose-built … read more...
East Leake residents honoured for life-saving actions at allotments
Three residents from East Leake have been recognised by the Royal Humane Society after their quick-thinking actions helped save the life of a fellow allotment holder following a cardiac arrest earlier this … read more...