Pictured are Jack Pearson, Kieran Pearson and Daisy-Mae Pearson.
On Tuesday, May 27, as part of their Spring Bank
Holiday events, Little Drivers in Stapleford held a laser event and had Star wars hero on site as a guest player.
The event was held in the recently opened extension to…
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28 May, 2008
Motorcycle Simulator under construction
A state-of-the-art motorcycle simulator capable of giving us valuable information on rider and road safety, motorcycle design and motorcycle engineering is currently under construction at The University of Nottingham.
The simulator — which is the first of its kind in the world — will consist of a Triumph motorcycle mounted… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
23 May, 2008
Cannabis Plants seized in Beeston
Nottinghamshire Police has seized cannabis plants worth more than £100,000 following the search of a house.
Officers discovered the substantial cannabis grow after executing a warrant at a house in Heard Crescent, Beeston, at around 8.30am, Friday May 23.
During the search more than 120 mature cannabis plants along with 160… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
23 May, 2008
South Nottinghamshire Police is urging residents to make sure their doors are locked and windows are closed during the summer months after a spate of walk-in burglaries.
In the past month 40 homes across Broxtowe, Gedling and Rushcliffe, have been burgled after thieves have simply walked in through insecure doors or…
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23 May, 2008
Crimes reported in Broxtowe South between Sunday, May 11 and Saturday, May 17.
This depersonalised information of recorded crime against personal property is provided by Nottinghamshire Police (South Notts. Partnerships Department) in the interests of crime reduction and improved community involvement.
Attenborough Beat
• Theft from vehicle "Long Lane, Attenborough" 22:30 Wed 14/05 - 06:30 Thu…
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21 May, 2008
Girlguiders get their hands dirty!
Over 70 members of Girlguiding Nottinghamshire relished the opportunity to get their hands dirty at a workshop held for them in Beeston by sculptor Gwen Heeney.
Gwen, who currently teaches at the University of Wolverhampton and who has been creating large-scale projects with bricks for over 20 years, has been commissioned… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
19 May, 2008
A fire at an electricity sub-station in Bramcote left more than 6,300 homes in the NG9 area in the dark on Saturday evening.
The blaze happened just before 9pm at the sub station on Derby Road.
The blackout affected businesses and homes in Bramcote, Beeston, Wollaton, Stapleford and Trowell.
The power…
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19 May, 2008
Dancers receive special treatment
Internationally renowned Ballet Dancers have received some special treatment from Castle College to help them relax during their UK tour.
The New English Contemporary Ballet (NECB), the foremost contemporary ballet company in the country, opened their sell–out UK tour on May 10.
With a gruelling schedule including rehearsals for 8… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
19 May, 2008
M1 roadworks update between Junction 25 to Junction 28.
Narrow lanes between Junction 26 and Junction 27 with no hard shoulder and a 24-hour 50mph speed limit for the safety of drivers and roadworkers.
From 9pm on Tuesday, May 20, until 5am the following morning one lane will be closed between… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
19 May, 2008
Thieves sought covered in pink ink
Police are urging the public to keep their eyes peeled and help find three men who are covered in pink ink following a cash machine theft.
The thieves drove a lorry into a stand-alone ATM machine, Toton Garage, Toton Lane, Stapleford, at around 3.50am on Wednesday, May 14.
The three men… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
16 May, 2008
A new group for Christians who are single, divorced or widowed is to be set up.
It is being organised in a joint venture by the local churches in Stapleford who are looking to set up a social and fellowship group for Christians aged over 45.
They hope to arrange meals,…
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16 May, 2008
Two men were arrested on Wednesday, May 14, under the Terrorism Act during a low-key operation between Nottinghamshire Police and the Midlands Counter Terrorist Unit.
Those arrested are a 30-year-old and a 22-year-old. They were arrested on the University of Nottingham campus.
Both men have been questioned and enquiries are…
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16 May, 2008
Councillor Sue Wildey was installed as the 32nd Mayor of the Borough of Broxtowe on Wednesday, May 14, and has chosen to support When You Wish Upon a Star and DARE (UK) as her nominated charities during her year in office.
Sue Wildey is the Independent Councillor for… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
16 May, 2008
A large fire at a scrap yard in the Dunkirk area has had a knock on effect for businesses.
Eight fire engines were called to Sims Metal on Harriman's Lane near the Showcase Cinema at around 3.20am on Thursday morning.
Many people woke up to find a huge black cloud of…
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15 May, 2008
Air Cadets remember WW1 Fighter Ace
The Deputy Lord Mayor of Nottingham laying a wreath at the Albert Ball Memorial in the grounds of Nottingham Castle.
At the invitation of the Royal Air Force Association (RAFA), Air Cadets from Nottingham held a Parade in the grounds of Nottingham Castle to remember Nottingham born First World War… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
14 May, 2008
A snake has been stolen from Beeston.
The adult Royal Python which is between 2.5 and 3ft long was taken along with its vivarium (snake tank) between Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 27.
A large quantity of valuable antiques were also stolen in the break-in, including a 4ft high ceramic… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
14 May, 2008
A “Junior Stay Safe” project will be piloted on Thursday, May 22 at Beeston Police Station when two colonies of Beaver Scouts from 1st Chilwell Depot and 2nd Beeston Sea Scouts will visit the station to learn more about the work of the police.
The aim of the project…
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13 May, 2008
Residents and businesses are being encouraged to have their say on a proposed major improvement scheme that is designed to inject new sparkle back into Beeston.
Two public consultation events will take place on Wednesday, May 21 between 4pm and 7pm in the Council Offices reception, Foster Avenue, Beeston and Saturday,…
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13 May, 2008
Crimes reported in Broxtowe South between Sunday, April 27 and Saturday, May 3.
This depersonalised information of recorded crime against personal property is provided by Nottinghamshire Police (South Notts. Partnerships Department) in the interests of crime reduction and improved community involvement.
Attenborough Beat
In addition to the crimes listed there was one criminal…
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09 May, 2008
Charity Fund Raiser by Council Staff
Brock and Brooke, Broxtowe Borough Council’s badger mascots, raised over £300 for charity again when they took part in the annual Mascot Gold Cup race at Wetherby racecourse.
This is the third year the Council Mascots have taken part and they have not only raised money for charity but have promoted… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
08 May, 2008
Essential overnight work on A52
Work to renew bridge expansion joints on the A52 Brian Clough Way between Bardills Roundabout and the M1 interchange at J25, will start on Sunday, May 11, and is due to finish on Saturday, May 17.
All the work will be carried out overnight, to limit delays to drivers, and… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
08 May, 2008
Crime Reduction Expo in Chilwell
BUSINESSES and homeowners will be able to get professional security advice from the experts at Nottinghamshire Police’s Crime Reduction Expo which takes place on Tuesday, May 13, at The Village Hotel, Chilwell.
More than 20 specialist security companies have been booked to host seminars and set up stands at the exhibition,… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
08 May, 2008
Fashion Show with a Difference
A Fashion Show with a difference has taken place in Stapleford.
Castle College students have held a fashion show with a difference –all the clothes modelled were made from recyclable materials!
Students from the Progression Pathways course organised a Fashion Show as part of the ’working together’ element of their Skills… editor@nottinghamng9.co.uk
02 May, 2008
