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Nottinghamshire County Council leader Ben Bradley to step down

Cllr Bradley informed the Conservative Group in the council of his decision this afternoon.

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New camera enforcement to be put in place to tackle parking at Gedling borough bus stops

Nottinghamshire County Council is to install three new enforcement cameras at sites across the borough following the success of five cameras installed in September 2023.

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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.

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.

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Remembrance Day 2024: Gedling borough services and parades

Remembrance will see events, parades and services for Remembrance Day held across Gedling borough to remember the fallen of two world wars.

Tier system planned for Gedling borough’s nine libraries

Gedling borough's libraries could soon be placed into a tier system which would determine their opening hours and services they offer

Boost to sports facilities across Gedling borough with new funding

Five clubs are set to benefit from cash secured from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund

Have say on Nottinghamshire County Council’s new ten-year library plan

The new draft strategy has been created to address the evolving needs of the community over the next decade.

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.

Bestwood charity champion completes 1,012-mile walking challenge for guide dog charity

Ian West took part in the walking challenge after his brother started to lose his sight

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.

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

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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Gedling Borough Council announces dates for this year’s Christmas lights switch-on and market in Arnold

The Christmas Light Switch-on will take place on Friday, November 22 from 4.30pm, outside the AMP building at Arnold Market Place. 

Nottinghamshire County Council leader Ben Bradley to step down

Cllr Bradley informed the Conservative Group in the council of his decision this afternoon.

Mapperley Plains land deal paves way for 57 new homes

Unanimous approval was granted for the new development from Gedling Borough Council’s planning committee last week.

TONY CAVE: Hourly weekday train service being reinstated at Carlton

The latest news from our local railways from train expert and station adopter Tony Cave

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Gedling Borough Council announces dates for this year’s Christmas lights switch-on and market in Arnold

The Christmas Light Switch-on will take place on Friday, November 22 from 4.30pm, outside the AMP building at Arnold Market Place.