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News stories and press releases from the last month.

Free energy efficiency breakfast for small businesses

21 February 2012

The Rushcliffe Business Partnership and the Carbon Trust, is to host an energy efficiency breakfast on Tuesday 13 March to support local businesses in their carbon reduction efforts, to help them to save money and enhance their reputation.

Ahoy there playmates

20 February 2012

Ahoy there! Good news - following a successful planning application it's full steam ahead on the Alford Road Play area refurbishment in West Bridgford.

Fluid plans – don’t be a clot – give blood

20 February 2012

Sessions are being held on Monday 12 and 19 March at West Bridgford Methodist Church on Musters Road, West Bridgford.

Notice of election for Cotgrave Town Council: Ash Lea Ward

16 February 2012

An Election is to be held for one Town Councillor for the Ash Lea Ward of Cotgrave Town Council.

Love was in the air

16 February 2012

Most people had thoughts of romance, but for others love was in the air in a different way yesterday. Nearly 100 older people from Cotgrave came to our ‘Love is in the air’ combatting crime event to find out more about the massive reductions in crime and staying safe in the town.

See less of each other?

15 February 2012

Calling all couples – join our leisure centres for only £55 (£27.50 each) and save money while losing pounds.

Come and find out more about NET Phase Two

14 February 2012

NET Phase Two is the project to extend Nottingham’s tram system to Clifton via Wilford in the south (Line Two), and Chilwell via Beeston and the QMC in the southwest (Line Three).

Are you man enough to say no to domestic abuse?

14 February 2012

This week on Valentine’s Day, the Nottingham Evening Post is launching a year-long campaign to stop violence against women. The purpose is to encourage men to take a stand against domestic violence.

Shed loads of reasons to cut crime

13 February 2012

Shed security is an area of home security that’s often overlooked. People concentrate on looking after homes and cars, but are more complacent about outbuildings and sheds.

Edwalton swings into action

13 February 2012

Edwalton Golf Centre swings into action this spring. The clubhouse has been spruced up – great for the nineteenth hole, dissecting the match or shooting the breeze. The car park is now brighter, resurfaced and friendlier.

Local flood risk management

10 February 2012

Flooding has had a significant impact on local communities throughout the county. Nottinghamshire County Council is currently developing a Local Flood Risk Management Strategy which will outline how organisations and communities can work together to manage this risk.

Homes behaving badly get chance to turn over new leaf

9 February 2012

A Nottingham group of green experts has won Government funds and international business sponsorship to help people transform their energy hungry homes into models of good behaviour.

Fuel Poverty Awareness Day 2012

9 February 2012

Fuel Poverty Awareness Day on Friday 10 February 2012 is a national day to raise awareness of the health problems caused by living in cold, damp homes and the help that’s available.

Food for thought

8 February 2012

We’re running a CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health) level 2 health and safety course on Tuesday 6 March from 9.30am to 4.30pm. This course will cover essential health and safety law and is ideal for business owners and managers.

Bingham Leisure Centre - New Holiday Pool Timetable

8 February 2012

From the February half term holidays (13- 17 Feb), Bingham Leisure Centre will be trialling some extended pool opening times following feedback from members. This will include new morning sessions 3 days per week, lunchtime lane swims and the existing afternoon sessions.

Two arrested over Bingham lead thefts

7 February 2012

A man and a youth are in police custody having been arrested on suspicion of stealing lead from houses in Bingham.

Rushcliffe relationship ripens – cheesetastic!

7 February 2012

We were udderly delighted when Stilton-makers Shirevale Cheese from Cropwell Bishop approached us to ripen our relationship.

Safer internet day

7 February 2012

Today is safer internet day. Whether you are a tech-savvy teen or a silver surfer, online safety and security is a vital.

The magnificent seven

6 February 2012

Growing your own is good for you – and it makes good business sense. Rushcliffe employs seven apprentices who are getting a good grounding in work experience, whilst also gaining qualifications at college.

You’re never home alone with our home alarm

3 February 2012

95% of Rushcliffe’s customers are very happy with their home alarm according to the recent customer satisfaction survey. Elderly or vulnerable people often worry what might happen in an emergency.

Be aware of cyber-stalking

31 January 2012

Rushcliffe’s domestic violence expert Wendy Green is speaking at a National Women’s Aid conference in London tomorrow (1 February) where new cyber-stalking guidelines are being launched.

Vendors sought for ice cream concession in Bridgford Park

27 January 2012

Rushcliffe Borough Council is seeking expressions of interest from vendors wishing to secure a pitch for the sale of ice cream at two major community events which place annually in Bridgford Park, West Bridgford – Proms in the Park and Lark in the Park.