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Morley Road will be closed from today (11) and will reopen on Thursday, October 17
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Sport
MATCH REPORT: Carlton Town 3-0 Consett
An explosive first half performance earned Carlton back-to-back wins for the first time this season as they beat Consett 3-0 at Stoke Lane.
Crime
Suspected Newstead shoplifter arrested and charged during police day of action
The local policing team carried out a series of patrols across the area to target those involved in retail crime on Monday
Planning
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
Looking Back
Did you know Colwick once had its own cheese? You cheddar believe it!
Colwick Cheese was a fresh cheese that was invented around the 17th Century in the village.
80s book claimed stewardess had to be treated for ‘severe shock’ after seeing ghostly figure glide through wall in Arnold Labour Club
Here's a chilling tale about an apparition spotted moving through walls at the historic Arnold Labour Club.
Education chief launched verbal attack on ‘dishonest’ parents at opening ceremony for Carlton school back in 1964
Dr. Cyril Bibby, principal of the Hull Training College, had been invited to open the new Carlton Central school as reported in the South Notts Echo back in June 1964.
LOOKING BACK: Netherfield community voiced fears over crossing safety after train and bus collision more than 40 years ago
Back in November 1982, A Carlton-bound double-decker 43 bus was hit by a coal train in the early afternoon on Netherfield Lane crossings in Netherfield.
How every Wetherspoons pub in Gedling borough got their names and the stories behind them
The budget pub chain has a reputation of renovating old buildings, and these are the stories the buildings hold.
The dry ski slope in Carlton that was loved by tea-tray sledgers and became a popular venue for birthday parties
The slope peaked in popularity during the 70s and 80s and was heavily used during snowy weather
LOOKING BACK: Councillors feared creating elderly ‘ghetto’ with new block of flats in Carlton
The claim was made by two councillors at a meeting of the urban authority's Housing Committee during discussions on the proposed flats at Walton Crescent
LOOKING BACK: Wonderful memories as we open up our photo archives again
From charity days to community occasions, if there was an event going on, Gedling Eye was there to share the moment. Do you remember these, or recognise someone in these photos from our archive?
LOOKING BACK: Wonderful memories as we open up our photo archives again
From charity days to community occasions, if there was an event going on, Gedling Eye was there to share the moment. Do you remember these, or recognise someone in these photos from our archive?
LOOKING BACK: Carlton woman made house plea to council after claiming to be ‘unable to conceive’ in high-rise flat
The Sun reported on July 23, 1971, that the 26-year-old woman had asked the urban council at Cariton to rehouse her and her husband as she had become infertile.
LOOKING BACK: The Carlton street that was turned into a ‘quagmire’ by builder’s bulldozers 59 years ago
Builders were blamed for turning Gardenia Grove into a 'mudbath' back in 1965
Seaside train trip ended in tragedy for daughter of wealthy Stoke Bardolph farmer
Historian Bob Massey shares a story about a tragic trip to the seaside back in 1857.
Politics
Tory leadership: Former borough MP Mark Spencer backs Robert Jenrick to be the next Tory Party leader
Mr Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch are the final two Tories in the race to take over from former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at the top of the party.
Business
Former Burton Joyce vicarage now on sale as six-bed house worth £1.25m – take a look around
Vicarage Drive features spacious living accommodation that is accessed via the property’s grand hallway and staircase, with six bedrooms, three bathrooms and four reception rooms
Schools
Gedling borough schools get chance to win visit from Gladiators stars by ordering BBC Children in Need fundraiser pack
To be in with a chance of winning, primary schools simply have to order a free fundraising pack to be automatically entered into the competition.
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Mapperley drink driver crashed into parked cars after running multiple red lights
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Trespass and near misses at Burton Joyce level crossing
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Tom Randall's speech following his election defeat in Gedling
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Gedling's new MP Labour's Michael Payne's makes victory speech
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Off-duty police officer tackles knife carrying shoplifter in Arnold town centre
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Work begins to remove plane from Colwick school playing field
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New Police Crime Commissioner for Nottinghamshire, Gary Godden
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Caroline Henry after Nottinghamshire PCC election defeat
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Dangerous driver jailed after high speed pursuit around Gedling borough
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Work begins on Nottinghamshire County Council’s new £18m headquarters near Linby
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Transport
The planned roadworks and road changes in Gedling borough
The roadworks and road changes include things such as speed alterations, repair works and changing the layout of the roads.
Community News
New petition calls for investment to enhance ‘run-down’ Netherfield playground
Residents in Netherfield are being urged to sign a petition calling for a revamp of a run-down playground on Jackie Bell's Playing Fields.
Council collaborates with local social enterprises to boost mental health support for young people across Gedling borough
A pioneering initiative to help enhance mental health support for young people across Gedling borough has been launched this week.
Gedling teenager plans virtual sleepout to raise cash for homeless charity
14-year-old Isa Biçer is planning to take part in the sleepover on Friday, October 11, the night following World Homeless Day.
Community groups in Gedling borough being urged to apply for grants to help change people’s lives
Groups and charities across Gedling borough are being encouraged to apply for the latest round of community-improving grants which open today
Creations were ‘out of this world’ at the Stoke Bardolph Scarecrow Festival
Now in its fourth year, the festival continues to attract crowds of visitors, eager to see what impressive creations the villagers have come up with.
Dedicated Gedling girl guides win awards for their hard work
Dedicated Girl Guides in Gedling were rewarded for going...
Businesses across Gedling borough urged to make area age-friendly as part of relaunched ‘Take a Seat’ campaign
More than 30 businesses and community organisations across the borough have made a commitment to make their shops more age-friendly
Mapperley greengrocers to close after serving locals for more than 30 years
The Fruit Bowl on Woodborough Road has announced on social media that it will close its doors for the final time on Friday, August 23.
Food Reviews
Food review: The Gedling Inn – Good food, good service and good value for money
An unplanned trip to The Gedling Inn was well worth the visit.
Food review: The Nags Head – a little gem in beautiful Woodborough
We really enjoyed our recent visit to The Nags Head in Woodborough
Food review: Kick start your day with a delicious hearty breakfast at Corner Cafe in Netherfield
We really enjoyed our visit to the Corner Cafe in Netherfield
We tried Cleo’s deli at Arnold’s AMP to see if it was ‘worth the hype’
The lunch spot attracts lots of regulars with many customers sharing their love for the deli on social media.
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The role of algorithms in setting Premier League betting odds
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UK and Ireland gambling laws compared: Key differences and their impact on players
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The Educated Edge: Crafting student CVs that stand out in policy circles
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Arnold news
Arnold food bank now spending thousands every month to keep stocks up as demand soars
Arnold Foodbank, based at Daybrook Baptist Church in Mansfield Road, has seen demand soar amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.
Carlton news
Carlton park £100k revamp project moves forward with zip line planned
Valley Road Recreation Ground will soon be refurbished thanks to funding from FCC Communities Foundation
Mapperley news
Latest planning applications put before Gedling Borough Council
Here is a round-up of the latest plans that the council’s planning officers will now decide.
