News Archive
Archive of news stories previously published on Rushcliffe's website over the last six months.
Rushcliffe torchbearers - Annabel Fitzgerald
16 April 2012
Annabel Fitzgerald, 21 from West Bridgford is honoured and excited to be a torchbearer in Coventry on 2 July.
Drought but no hosepipe bans
16 April 2012
Notts is officially in drought according to the Environment Agency.
Energy bills could fall for millions
12 April 2012
Millions of people, who may be paying more than they need to, could have their energy bills cut thanks to a deal agreed between the Government and all the major energy suppliers.
Let’s bring common sense back to health and safety
12 April 2012
A new myth busting challenge panel has just been launched to curb the worst examples of health and safety misuse.
Ace deal on tennis at East Leake
12 April 2012
East Leake Leisure Centre is serving up an ace deal on tennis memberships. You can get unlimited use of tennis courts between May and December 2012 for a great price.
108 jubilee street parties in Notts - but most in Rushcliffe
10 April 2012
More than 100 communities will be hosting street parties in Notts to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.
Encouraging disabled people to volunteer in Rushcliffe
10 April 2012
A new scheme has been launched to encourage more disabled residents in Rushcliffe to volunteer. Volunteering and Beyond, run by the Rushcliffe Volunteer Centre, has just matched its first volunteer to a placement and is now looking for more people to take part. The project, supported by Rushcliffe Community Partnership, gives people with physical or learning disabilities or mental health issues extra help.
Sainsburys planning application for West Bridgford
5 April 2012
A planning application has been submitted on behalf of Sainsbury’s Supermarkets for the construction of a supermarket on Wilford Lane in West Bridgford.
Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Elite Sponsorship Grant
3 April 2012
The Rushcliffe Elite Sports Sponsorship Grant is now open to support talented athletes who are currently performing at international level within their sport. The scheme will alleviate some of the financial burden that this places on people and families as this is often the barrier to achievement.
Launch of the new Rushcliffe Coach Scholarship Scheme
3 April 2012
The first round of the new Rushcliffe Coach Scholarship Scheme opened for applications on 1 April 2012. It will enable people who coach at a club in Rushcliffe to achieve and improve their coaching qualifications and experience. It has been launched as part of the Council’s Olympic and Paralympic legacy and will increase the capacity of sports clubs needed to cope with the demand following the Games. The closing date for applications is 31 May 2012 with a further round opening in October.
Government incentive to employ young people
3 April 2012
The Government has launched the Youth Contract - nearly £1 billion of support to give young people around 500,000 new opportunities over the next three years to gain work experience and find sustained work. Much of the support is built around employers who can give young people the work experience and jobs that they need.
Ahoy there playmates
3 April 2012
Ahoy there! Good news - following a successful refurbishment, the Alford Road Play area in West Bridgford reopened on Monday 2 April.
A right Royal song and dance
3 April 2012
In June 2012 HRH Queen Elizabeth II will mark the historic occasion of her Diamond Jubilee. Celebrations will take place throughout the UK with activities based around an extended Bank Holiday weekend from Saturday 2 June to Tuesday 5 June.
Ash Lea School visit to the East Leake Works
2 April 2012
Rushcliffe Borough Council wants to showcase the extraordinary amount of good that businesses in the Borough are doing as part of focusing on the Big Society. We are also taking a keener interest in economic development in the future in a bid to keep business buoyant.
Radcliffe on Trent Parish Council Election
2 April 2012
A valid request has been received by the Returning Officer for an election to take place to fill the vacancy to the Trent Ward of Radcliffe-on-Trent Parish Council.
Homes Behaving Badly
2 April 2012
An innovative project run by Transition West Bridgford, Nottingham called 'Homes Behaving Badly' (HOBBs) has produced a report that shows householders how to slash energy bills.
Rushcliffe rural idyll - top 10 for quality of life
31 March 2012
Rushcliffe has come in the top 10 of great rural places in the latest Halifax annual survey tracking the quality of life in rural areas. The survey examines all 119 rural local authority districts.
Rushcliffe Borough Council welcomes news of A453 go-ahead
30 March 2012
Rushcliffe Borough Council Deputy Leader Cllr John Cranswick is delighted that the A453 has been given the thumbs up.
Rushcliffe Reports Spring 2012 edition
30 March 2012
The spring edition of Rushcliffe Reports is being delivered to all homes and businesses in the Borough from this weekend onwards.
Borough battery boost
30 March 2012
Ever-ready to save the planet, thanks to the Rushcliffe residents who have recycled more than 36 tonnes of household batteries over the last four years.
Days of action work and make Cotgrave smile
30 March 2012
Days of action make Cotgrave smile – and, what’s more, they work. Crime is now nearly three-quarters lower than it was seven years ago and over half lower than it was two years ago.
Blog roll
27 March 2012
What a lovely blog about Rushcliffe Country Park from someone who says “Thank you for running such a fantastic park. It has been a source of pleasure to me and my family for over a decade now. I'm so chuffed to have such a facility on my doorstep that I've written a blog post about it.”
Have your say on new ward boundaries for Rushcliffe
27 March 2012
The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England (LGBCE) is asking local people for their help to draw up a new pattern of wards for Rushcliffe Borough Council.
Helping pond life
26 March 2012
The Council has provided funds to create a new pond at the Hook in Lady Bay to improve the biodiversity of this Local Nature Reserve.
Rushcliffe’s NEW Local Plan published today
23 March 2012
Our final plan for identifying where around 9,500 new homes could be built in Rushcliffe between now and 2026 has been published today, details are available to view at www.rushcliffe.gov.uk/planningpolicy by clicking on 'Core Strategy'. You will also be able to view it at the Rushcliffe Community Contact Centre or at local libraries around Rushcliffe.
Rushcliffe torchbearers
19 March 2012
Rushcliffe torchbearers will carry the Olympic flame along parts of the London 2012 Olympic relay route.
Rushcliffe confirms the streets the Olympic Flame will be carried along
19 March 2012
Rushcliffe Borough Council is delighted to announce the Olympic torch route through Radcliffe and West Bridgford on Thursday 28 June. Torchbearers who will run in Rushcliffe have also been announced.
I'm getting fit at Bingham
8 March 2012
Members of staff at Bingham Leisure Centre are promoting the new campaign ‘Im Getting Fit.’
Climate Week 2012
8 March 2012
Climate Week runs from 12-18 March 2012. Britain’s biggest climate change campaign will encourage more action to help promote good environmental practise. Rushcliffe Borough Council is backing this campaign and during the week will be taking more action to reduce carbon emissions.
Nottingham Rugby in Rushcliffe
8 March 2012
Nottingham Rugby is working with Rushcliffe schools on its largest coaching programme. Since January, the team has run coaching clinics in 15 primary and secondary schools. The community department of the RFU Championship Club has supported tag festivals in primary schools and delivered the MEND program to get youngster more active and to eat more healthily.
Fussy about food?
7 March 2012
Choose where to eat or shop using our ‘culinary scales’ to see whether you might feel fed up or full of beans. If you’re out to lunch, you want to know whether cleanliness and standards are upper crust or half-baked.
Bunny Wood woodland flowers spectacular
6 March 2012
The ever popular Bunny Wood Nature Reserve open day is on Sunday 29 April. Come and see a splendid display of woodland flowers and other spring wildlife from 10am to 4pm.
Bunny Wood woodland flowers spectacular
6 March 2012
The ever popular Bunny Wood Nature Reserve open day is on Sunday 29 April. Come and see a splendid display of woodland flowers and other spring wildlife from 10am to 4pm.
Views sought on number of councillors for Rushcliffe Council
6 March 2012
On 17 January 2012, the Local Government Boundary Commission for England started a review of Rushcliffe Borough Council.
Rushcliffe 10k - a devilishly good run
5 March 2012
A fantastic 666 runners crossed the line at yesterday’s Rushcliffe 10k run in Rushcliffe Country Park – all had a devilishly good time despite the torrents of rain.
Rushcliffe backs 'man-enough' campaign
2 March 2012
Rushcliffe Borough Council has come out in force to back the year-long 'Man-enough' campaign to stop domestic violence against women.
Making Cotgrave smile
29 February 2012
The Making Cotgrave Smile Project is organising a few days of action running from Thursday 15 March to Saturday 17 March.
Neighbourhood Watch relaunch in Cotgrave
28 February 2012
Neighbourhood Watch is holding a relaunch event on Thursday 1 March at 7pm in the Belvoir Suite at Cotgrave Welfare and local people are urged to attend.
Trent Bridge week of action
27 February 2012
The Trent Bridge Week of Action held from 23 to 26 February was a great success. Rushcliffe Borough Council, Nottinghamshire Police, Nottingham Trent University, Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service, Rushcliffe Community and Voluntary Service, Spirita and Nottinghamshire County Council worked together to help local residents of the Trent Bridge ward be safer and more aware of what they can do to increase their own personal safety.
South Nottingham College honoured at Queen’s Anniversary presentation
27 February 2012
Staff and students from South Nottingham College’s Balls to Poverty programme were presented the ultimate education accolade by The Queen on Friday 24 February at Buckingham Palace.
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.
Snow and ice - bin collections
9 February 2012
The snow and ice affected some bin collections in Rushcliffe.
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.
Insulation scheme generates local jobs and warm homes
26 January 2012
A local insulation scheme has created more than 40 new jobs across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire during 2011, whilst also making it cheaper for people to heat their homes.
Views on possible new homes south of Clifton
25 January 2012
The land south of Clifton is being considered as a site for building new homes - we want your views.
Love is in the air…
24 January 2012
Are you aged 55 and over and live in Cotgrave? Then we would like to invite you to our community event taking place on Tuesday 14 February from 10.30am to 2pm in the main hall at Cotgrave Miners Welfare.
Help us catch robbers in West Bridgford
18 January 2012
Police investigating a series of robberies in West Bridgford have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incidents. Please have a look at the images and help us catch this criminal.
Don't get cold if you're old
18 January 2012
Older people across Notts are being sent a leaflet to help them keep warm this winter. Cold homes increase chances of serious health problems such as heart attacks, strokes and pneumonia.
Views needed on number of councillors for Rushcliffe Borough Council
17 January 2012
“How many councillors should represent Rushcliffe Borough Council?” - that’s the question local people are being asked by the Local Government Boundary Commission for England in a six-week consultation that starts today.
Toolkit sparks clubs into Olympic action
17 January 2012
Hundreds of Notts sports clubs and associations are taking part in two key events later this month being organised by Nottinghamshire County Council and Sport Nottinghamshire to prepare them for managing the expected rush of enthusiasm in sport after London 2012.
Play time in the park
12 January 2012
More fun and frolics in the park for the young this spring. Our Friends have been busy again thinking about how to make sure kids are amused and entertained.
New mushroom ring sprouts up
12 January 2012
A new mushroom ring has exploded onto the scene at Rushcliffe Country Park in Ruddington.
Resurfacing between M1 J24 and A453
11 January 2012
Work will start on 22 January between the M1 Junction 24 and the Crusader Island on the A453 to resurface the road. Work should be finished by 20 February assuming reasonable weather.
Bin there, done that
9 January 2012
Green bins may not be on your mind right now, but with spring round the corner, we’re starting to send out this year’s invitations to renew membership to the 26,000 customers who joined our garden waste scheme in 2011.
Fluid plans – don’t be a clot – give blood
4 January 2012
Sessions are being held on Monday 23 January at West Bridgford Methodist Church on Musters Road, West Bridgford.
Don't myth out - family fun to mark Chinese New Year
4 January 2012
Children will serpently have a cracking time at a free play workshop on Sunday 22 January to celebrate Chinese New Year 2012, the year of the dragon.
Bingham Leisure Centre – Christmas special
3 January 2012
Over 25 members took part in Bingham Leisure Centre’s annual Christmas special fitness class and then joined their instructors for a social drink afterwards to celebrate Christmas and a great year of exercise, which has seen popularity in the classes at the Leisure Centre soar.
Keyworth honour
3 January 2012
Congratulations to Keyworth resident Judi Apiafi who was awarded the MBE for her work in education for adult offenders.
Congratulations to Keyworth resident Judi Apiafi who was awarded the MBE for her work in education for adult offenders.Get your kit on and get down to your local leisure centre
29 December 2011
Christmas is a time of indulgence but now is the time to dust off those trainers and get active again. Come down for a tour and our fitness team will show you the way to get ahead for the forthcoming year.
£243,000 cash boost to help cut winter deaths
23 December 2011
Older people in Nottinghamshire are set to benefit from more than £243,000 of extra funding which was approved by the Government this week.
A not so charitable collection
22 December 2011
Rushcliffe Borough Council wants to alert residents in West Bridgford of an illegal house-to-house clothing collection. Some residents have received a sticker through their door asking for donations of clothing which it is alleged will go to under-developed countries.
NET Phase Two
19 December 2011
The project to extend Nottingham’s tram system to the south and south-west of Nottingham received commercial and financial close and Government sign-off on 15 December.
Rush Hockey - the new game in town
19 December 2011
Research reveals that 84,500 adults would like to play more hockey. There is high demand for a less time consuming format of the game that doesn’t require club membership or regular training. Rush Hockey is the answer.
Review of polling districts, places and stations
23 December 2011
Rushcliffe Borough Council has completed a review of polling districts and polling places as required by the Review of Polling Districts and Polling Places (Parliamentary Elections) Regulations 2006 that came into force on 1 January 2007.
Tick it off on your to-do list
15 December 2011
Give yourself an early Christmas present – do your own to-do list or tick-sheet to ensure burglars come in for a good ticking off.
Most thieves are opportunistic, but some are more organised and will steal from the easiest homes and cars.
Thieves get particularly busy in the period coming up to Christmas and the New Year with homes and cars full of presents.
Designer labels – for appliances
9 December 2011
If you fancy a new fridge for the festivities, or desire a new dishwasher, make sure it’s ‘dark green’. In December the EU Energy Label will change. The new label will give you a better idea of the product’s energy performance.
Is your laser treatment cutting edge or off-beam?
8 December 2011
Companies using lasers for cosmetic treatments such as removing unwanted hair no longer need to be registered and won’t be regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) according to Government legislation.
Brian’s got a lot of bottle
8 December 2011
Brian Spalding – our oldest bin man at 64 – retires at Christmas after a champagne service of more than 16 years recycling glass. He’s collected over 35,000 tonnes – enough wine bottles to stretch from here to Australia! What a corker!
Donations needed to help local charity this winter
7 December 2011
Rushcliffe Borough Council is working with The Friary Drop-In (Registered Charity No. 1056825) on 46 Musters Road, West Bridgford again this winter, by putting a donation bin in the reception of Rushcliffe Customer Contact Centre on the corner of Rectory Road in West Bridgford.
Fed up or full of beans?
7 December 2011
Choose where to eat or shop using our culinary scales to see whether you might feel fed up or full of beans. If you’re out to lunch, you want to know whether cleanliness and standards are upper crust or half-baked.
Be safe at home and deter burglars
7 December 2011
In the build up to Christmas there is a traditional increase in offences of house burglary. Please be vigilant and if you see anything or anyone acting suspiciously at any time of the day please call the police.
New law for public sewers
5 December 2011
The Government changed the law altering what is defined as a public sewer in October 2011. Many sewers are now the responsibility of Severn Trent Water. If you are proposing to build an extension the new legislation regarding public sewers may affect you.
Born to run…Rushcliffe 10k
4 December 2011
Rushcliffe 10k and Fun Run 2012 – race to get the application form online today, dash it off and then move your feet.
Making life easier with Tell Us Once
2 December 2011
When a mum has just given birth or someone has died, families have so much to think about. A new service has launched across Nottinghamshire to help make life easier for new parents or bereaved families.
Slice of £10m to jump start sustainable living in East Midlands
1 December 2011
Big Lottery Fund (BIG) is investing £10million of good cause funding to jump start more sustainable living across the country and communities in the East Midlands are invited to apply for a slice of the funding.
Where will new homes be built in Rushcliffe?
29 November 2011
The report on where new homes are proposed to be built in Rushcliffe between now and 2026 has been published.
A1 for A453
29 November 2011
Revved up is how Councillor Neil Clarke, leader of Rushcliffe Borough Council felt today (29 November) when he heard the fantastic news that Government money is now on the table to widen the A453.
Partnership working aims to cut fuel ‘drive-offs’
28 November 2011
Driving off without paying for fuel at forecourts across South Nottinghamshire has seen an increase in the current year with this type of offence up 28% when compared to the same time last year. South Nottinghamshire Community Safety Partnership is working with Nottinghamshire Police’s Pre-Crime team and large retailers to raise awareness of the issue and improve security and procedures to reduce the number of ‘drive-offs’ that are affecting these businesses.
Wrap up your home for a cosy cheaper winter
23 November 2011
Rushcliffe residents can make their homes warmer and cheaper to heat before the worst of winter sets in, as part of the Warm Homes campaign running from 29 November to 5 December.
You like what we do
25 November 2011
Christmas is a time of goodwill to others and a chance to appreciate those around you. We get hundreds of compliments every year from satisfied customers and this makes us feel really good. We work really hard at Rushcliffe and we really appreciate positive comments – thanks for making us smile.
West Bridgford Christmas Lights Switch-on
22 November 2011
On Saturday 3 December the Christmas lights will be turned on in West Bridgford. Visitors are invited to take in the festive atmosphere, picking up great gifts and tasty treats at the farmers’ market and craft fair and exploring local shops and cafes.
Love your leftovers competition
24 November 2011
If you create exciting meals from your leftovers, enter your best dish in the ‘Love your leftovers’ competition to win great prizes.
Aquazone swimming lessons
17 November 2011
Parkwood Community Leisure is holding the price of swimming lessons in 2012. Junior lessons will still only be £4.35 per lesson and children enrolled onto lessons also get free unlimited swimming in public sessions.
Hammer scammers
17 November 2011
Fraud is rife, particularly in the run-up to Christmas as buying online increases.
Rushcliffe backs the White Ribbon campaign
17 November 2011
Rushcliffe is backing the White Ribbon Campaign to reduce violence against women. The campaign encourages men to carry out educational work in schools, workplaces and in the community to support local women's groups and raise money for organisations opposing domestic violence.
See the journey of the Olympic torch
15 November 2011
See an animated flythrough showing some of the spectacular landmarks around the UK that the Olympic Torch will travel to on its 70-day journey next summer.
Be aware campaign opens at the Lace Market Gallery
14 November 2011
Invited guests joined the Leader of Rushcliffe Borough Council, Councillor Neil Clarke, at the Lace Market Gallery on Wednesday 2 November 2011 to launch an exhibition of art work designed by students at Nottingham Trent University.
West Bridgford library to close for redevelopment
14 November 2011
West Bridgford library will close on Friday 18 November for major redevelopment. While building work is carried out, a temporary library will be available.
Six out of ten people with dementia go undiagnosed
14 November 2011
In Nottingham and Nottinghamshire it is estimated that 12,703 people are currently living with dementia, with 59 per cent of those without a formal diagnosis. The total number of people in the area living with dementia is expected to reach 16,755 by 2021*.
The great, the good, the green and the generous in Rushcliffe
11 November 2011
The great, the good, the generous and the green in Rushcliffe were honoured at last night’s (Thursday 10 November) Rushcliffe Community Awards ceremony held at The Becket School.
Beat bullying with anti-bullying week
9 November 2011
Anti-bullying Week 2011 is from 14-18 November. With the slogan ‘Stop and think – words can hurt’, this year’s campaign tackles verbal bullying. Derogatory language – words and expressions that are homophobic, racist, sexist or disabilist - that demeans certain groups or individuals are far too common in schools, colleges and communities. To tackle this issue head on, children from South Nottinghamshire Academy (SNA) in Radcliffe aged 14 and older are making a film to raise awareness among their friends.
Give blood and save a life
9 November 2011
Save a life – give blood. Sessions are being held on Monday 14 November and Monday 28 November at West Bridgford Methodist Church on Musters Road, West Bridgford.
Go wild this winter
9 November 2011
Notts Wildlife Trust’s second Green Line work party takes place on Sunday 20 November from 10am to 3pm meeting at Whitcliffe Gardens. If you fancy working outdoors and helping manage a wildlife area, then turn up and help volunteers tackle the encroaching scrub. Tools will be provided. Wear stout shoes and sensible clothes and bring refreshments.
Correction to article in Rushcliffe Reports
8 November 2011
There is a mistake on p15 of the latest Rushcliffe Reports for which we would like to sincerely apologise.
Rushcliffe reflects on illuminating news – Radcliffe’s moment to shine
8 November 2011
Radcliffe’s moment to shine brought beams of smiles and lit up faces young and old when it was announced today that the village would be part of the Olympic torch route on 28 June 2012.
Proposed Sainsbury’s Store, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford
8 November 2011
The Council has received notification that Sainsbury’s is proposing to redevelop the site formerly occupied by The Chateau, off Wilford Lane. We are publicising this information as we think people will be interested, but want to make it clear that this does not imply support for the development.
Radcliffe beams and Rushcliffe’s de-lighted
7 November 2011
Rushcliffe Borough Council is delighted that Radcliffe has been chosen as one of the areas through which the Olympic flame will be carried by torchbearers during the London 2012 Olympic torch relay.
Urgent correction to article in Rushcliffe Reports - Christmas Countdown
4 November 2011
We would like to make an urgent correction to an event listing on Page 7 (Christmas Countdown) of our Rushcliffe Reports magazine which will be delivered to residents from today.
Young people call time on drinking too much
3 November 2011
Young people have been learning about the dangers of drinking too much via creative projects running in Rushcliffe over the last year. These projects are being showcased at an exhibition running from Thursday 3 November to Friday 18 November from 9am to 4pm at New College Nottingham’s Lace Market Gallery on Stoney Street.
No job too small for the Nottinghamshire handy person scheme
2 November 2011
“I’m very satisfied with the handy person scheme. The young men who have done the work have been marvellous. They’ve repaired a door into the garage and fixed a unit in the kitchen. I’ve been so grateful for the help.” Service user from Nottinghamshire.
Two minutes silence
2 November 2011
On Friday 11 November, Rushcliffe Borough Council will be showing its respect for war veterans by holding a two minutes silence at 11am at the Croquet Lawn, West Bridgford, with a remembrance service at 10.58am.
Bonfire night celebrations in Rushcliffe
2 November 2011
The following celebrations are taking place in Rushcliffe.
Only 54 days until Christmas - got an event planned?
2 November 2011
Our new residents’ newsletter is out on Monday 7 November and it includes an 8-page pull-out - Countdown to Christmas - covering festive fun in (or near) the Borough.
Welcome to our new website
1 November 2011
Our wonderful new website launched on 2 November - and we think it’s so much better than the old one.
Dovecote gets new roof
28 October 2011
This week re-thatching began on the historic Thoroton Dovecote. This followed many months of preparatory work by Nottinghamshire Building Preservation Trust, Rushcliffe Borough Council and advisers from the County Council Conservation Team.
This week re-thatching began on the historic Thoroton Dovecote. This followed many months of preparatory work by Nottinghamshire Building Preservation Trust, Rushcliffe Borough Council and advisers from the County Council Conservation Team.Don't be a ghoul this Halloween
28 October 2011
Halloween 'trick or treaters' are reminded not to frighten vulnerable and elderly people by not visiting homes which display 'No Trick or Treat' posters.
Bridgford robbery witness appeal
25 October 2011
Witnesses who may have seen an 82-year-old woman being robbed in West Bridgford in broad daylight are being asked to help police trace the offender.
Get ready for winter
21 October 2011
Next week (24-30 October) a range of Government Departments, industry bodies and voluntary sector organisations will be endorsing a national ‘Get Ready for Winter’ campaign.
Get your child fit for free
20 October 2011
The free TRY-it and MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do it) programme for overweight children aged 7 to 13 starts on Tuesday 10 January 2012 at East Leake Leisure Centre. Over a quarter of kids aged 4 to 7 are already overweight and, if this continues, this will rise to over a third by 2020.
The free TRY-it and MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do it) programme for overweight children aged 7 to 13 starts on Tuesday 10 January 2012 at East Leake Leisure Centre. Over a quarter of kids aged 4 to 7 are already overweight and, if this continues, this will rise to over a third by 2020.New number for Nottinghamshire Police
19 October 2011
Nottinghamshire Police is changing its existing non-emergency number - 0300 300 999 - to 101 on Monday 7 November.
Christmas shop for charity
19 October 2011
The Save the Children charity is organising a Festive Fair in Kinoulton Village Hall on Saturday 19 November to raise money.
Monumental monument
18 October 2011
Rushcliffe Borough Council has recently refurbished the war memorial on the corner of Musters Road and Bridgford Road in West Bridgford, in preparation for Remembrance Day on 11 November.
Rushcliffe Borough Council has recently refurbished the war memorial on the corner of Musters Road and Bridgford Road in West Bridgford, in preparation for Remembrance Day on 11 November.Water good idea
15 October 2011
There’s a lot of aquatic action going on at the moment with a new wave of swimming events upon us. So dive in and having a splashing time.
Turning on to turning off
15 October 2011
Rocketing fuel bills. Fuel poverty. We help you to do your bit to save money while saving energy. Our top tips for a low cost or no cost great deal on cutting fuel bills and keeping you warm this winter.
Fresh approach to housing growth
14 October 2011
In September 2010 the Council took the decision to review the Regional Strategy housing target that has been imposed on Rushcliffe. Consequently, over the last year the Council has been working to identify how much new housing will be needed in Rushcliffe over the next 15 years and where it should be located.
Cabs4one
13 October 2011
Cabs4one is the brainchild of Joanne Higgott from Radcliffe, who so enjoyed driving her Smart car that she thought they’d be ideal for one-person taxi journeys. After this bright idea, then began a two-year struggle to turn her idea into a viable business. The business officially launches on 17 October.
Countdown to Christmas
12 October 2011
We’ve got the Xmas Factor. Sparkling switch-ons. Fabulous Food. Fantastic family festive fun. Make merry in Rushcliffe.
Air quality action
4 October 2011
Rushcliffe is helping to cut high pollution levels by setting up its third air quality management area (AQMA).
Warm your home with Warmstreets
3 October 2011
Rushcliffe’s new Warmstreets cavity and loft insulation will keep residents warm this winter. Warmstreets means great deals for homeowners and private tenants. Over 70s or people claiming means-tested benefits may get it free.
Nottinghamshire charity launches scheme – and saves you money!
26 September 2011
Rural Community Action Nottinghamshire (RCAN) is delighted to announce the launch of its new Bulk Oil Purchasing Scheme which will be good for individuals and good for the environment.
Cotgrave Town Council Election
8 September 2011
A valid request has been received by the Returning Officer for an election to take place to fill the vacancy to the Ash Lea Ward of Cotgrave Town Council.
Collared!
5 September 2011
Amber Halpin of Woodview, Cotgrave was barking up the wrong tree when she failed to pick up her dog’s pooh in an alleyway between Owthorpe Roadand Woodview known locally as the ‘Black Path’. She was caught in the act by Rushcliffe Borough Council’s dog warden in March, as part of the ‘Cotgrave Week of Action’ crime and antisocial behaviour crackdown.
Rushcliffe's battery recycling brings positive results
10 August 2011
So successful is Rushcliffe Borough Council’s battery recycling scheme, that even the specially printed Batteries2go bags which residents use to store their batteries for doorstep collection, are being reprocessed.
Be warm be wise: beat the rise
5 August 2011
A double whammy for householders - energy prices are rising and subsidies for loft and cavity wall insulation are ending. So now’s a good time to take advantage of Rushcliffe Borough Council’s new Warmstreets Insulation Scheme.
Thousands larked in the park
4 August 2011
The glorious weather yesterday attracted record crowds to our annual popular free play day Lark in the Park in West Bridgford.
Give nature a helping hand
1 August 2011
Autumn heralds the start of the work party season at nature reserves. Volunteers look after the infrastructure, mow meadows, cut back the scrub or clear ponds. This activity helps maintain wildlife habitats and the species that use them. Local nature reserves require managing and, if this sort of work appeals, get in touch with the work party leader.
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