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Nottingham Forest’s City Ground is on the brink of a seismic upgrade, with councillors set to vote tonight on plans to expand capacity from 30,000 to 45,000 seats by extending the Peter Taylor Stand and filling in the Trent End. The club’s long-term goal? A full 52,000-seat stadium after redeveloping the Brian Clough Stand — pending future approvals. First floated in 2019, this ambitious project n...

Amanda Sullivan, the new CEO overseeing healthcare across Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, and Derbyshire, is set to earn $312,500 — a 40.4% jump — while frontline staff see just a 4.4% raise, sparking outrage from health campaigners who call it “grotesque” amid already strained services. The ICB defends the pay, citing the massive scale of the role serving over 3 million people and cost savings fro...

Gas prices in Nottingham are hitting a sweet spot—cheaper than the national average despite rising costs across the UK. As of early September, local stations like Asda in West Bridgford and Tesco in Beeston offer some of the lowest petrol and diesel rates, with petrol as low as 162.7p and diesel at 183.9p per litre. Drivers can save big by checking these top deals before heading to the pump. Liste...

A council leader faces trial for allegedly stealing $10,000 from a charity fund and evading taxes on rental properties — but he claims the money was used for a colleague’s remembrance projects. His defense argues the police investigation was too narrow, ignoring broader community knowledge of the work, and insists any tax errors were unintentional. The lawyer slammed the force for a “blinkered” ap...

A West Bridgford nursery is under fire after a damning Ofsted report exposed serious failings in child safety, staffing, and learning quality. Children suffered during a heatwave with dangerously uncontrolled temperatures—even in sleeping areas—despite staff using faulty equipment like a broken fridge probe. Staff reportedly ignored their own health concerns to care for overheated kids, worsening...

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Gas prices are skyrocketing nationwide, with unleaded fuel hitting nearly $1.70 per liter—meaning a full tank costs over $94 for a family car. Nottingham’s prices are surprisingly low compared to the UK average, but even within the city, there’s a wild postcode lottery: Sainsbury’s offers the best deal at 165.9p/L, while Shell charges 173.9p/L—eight pence more. Diesel is even pricier, with Shell a...

A 55-year-old parish clerk, Helen Cairns, has been arrested over suspected fraud, false accounting, and money laundering after managing finances for multiple councils in Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire. Two councils, Shakerstone and Thrussington, have confirmed financial irregularities, leading to dismissals and suspensions. Other councils are investigating quietly as Cairns remains on bail whi...

Nottingham’s Goose Fair is facing major disruption as tram workers prepare to strike for six days across two weeks, starting right after the fair opens on September 26th. After nine months of stalled pay talks, GMB union members—88% of whom voted in favor—say the final offer from NET, which included a 3.3% raise and extra boosts for low-paid and night workers, wasn’t enough. The strike will hit pe...

Nottinghamshire Police are urgently seeking a woman who may have witnessed a serious sexual assault on Forest Road West near the Arboretum between midnight and 12:15 AM on September 6th. She was seen disembarking a tram at the High School stop just before midnight on September 5th. Police emphasize she is NOT a suspect — they simply need her account to help solve this critical case. The suspect is...

Nottinghamshire County Council is launching a bold two-year plan to overhaul adult social care, slashing wait times and empowering carers—after hearing from thousands who felt ignored or overwhelmed. With over 40,000 new requests in just one year—including nearly 2,000 from unpaid carers (34% of whom said support fell short)—the council is acting fast. They’re streamlining assessments, boosting re...

Grace Ballinger, the 24-year-old seamer for Manchester Super Giants, shares her personal ranking of England’s 18 first-class county grounds—based on everything from pitch conditions and fan atmosphere to weather and changing room quality. She skips the bottom tier, focusing on her top 15, with Trent Bridge in Nottingham claiming the 1 spot thanks to its historic charm, club spirit, and her own sto...

Nottinghamshire Police are urgently seeking a potential witness who may have seen something crucial in a serious sexual assault on Forest Road West near the Arboretum over the weekend. A woman captured on CCTV getting off a tram at High School stop on Waverley Street around 11:54 PM on Saturday, September 5th, is central to their investigation — she’s not a suspect, just someone whose account coul...

Reform UK’s Matthew Stephen Evans has claimed victory in the East Markham ward by-election, narrowly edging out his closest rival by 186 votes — a win that gives his party nearly half the vote share in the area. With just 42% turnout, Evans pledged to represent all residents, attend local meetings, and push for more funding, while taking aim at the Conservatives for neglecting the community. His w...

Nottingham’s trams are set to grind to a halt as 200 GMB union members prepare for a six-day strike during the chaotic peak of the annual Goose Fair—just as ridership surges. After nine months of stalled negotiations, the union rejects NET’s final pay offer (3.3% plus 7% for lowest earners), demanding 4.1% instead. The strike, scheduled from Sept 26–Oct 4, includes no overtime and threatens to ove...

Wildlife in the East Midlands is getting a major lifeline with a $60 million conservation push from Natural England, part of the “Wild Again” initiative to revive over 360 species plummeting since 1970. From the rare diamond-backed spider at Clumber Park to the elusive crystal moss animal in Lincolnshire springs, scientists are deploying cutting-edge tech like environmental DNA to track and rebuil...

A proposed sand and gravel quarry near Barton in Fabis is sparking fierce local opposition, as Nottingham city councillors are being urged to approve their section despite the county council’s outright rejection. The project would extract over 2.5 million tonnes across ten years, with the city’s portion — half a million tonnes — exempt from processing plants or access roads. County officials block...

Nottinghamshire’s A614 and A6097 corridor is getting a major upgrade with widened lanes, new signals, and improved paths for walkers and cyclists — all funded by a $37 million investment. Designed to handle future growth and boost safety, the project also includes a new wildlife-friendly pond. Expect road closures from Dec 2026 to Mar 2027, weekend work on the A612, and overnight detours — stay up...

Nottingham’s bold new rule lets police ask people to remove face coverings if they’re being used to hide identity or cause intimidation—without banning them outright. Backed by overwhelming public support, the measure targets criminal or anti-social behavior while protecting religious, health, and safety exemptions. Now live in the city center, it’s a targeted tool to make streets safer and more w...

Clifton cops smashed two spots on Southchurch Drive with warrants, seizing 150 bottles of suspected stolen booze and cash—part of a major crackdown on theft, antisocial behavior, and drugs. Backed by trading standards and other units, the operation followed months of intel and community tips, proving proactive policing works. Authorities say this sends a strong message: crime won’t be tolerated, a...

Nottinghamshire’s Yorke Drive estate is set for a massive transformation, with demolition of four homes and construction of 207 new homes—mix of private and social housing—beginning by October. The phased regeneration aims to boost safety, upgrade sports facilities, and revitalize the community, all while keeping residents closely involved. Council leaders are thrilled to kick off this major upgra...

A major co-living development with 300 private units and shared amenities like a gym, cinema, and rooftop padel court is moving forward near Nottingham’s train station, replacing an old office building. Though a similar plan for 191 apartments was approved earlier, this new design is slightly shorter and better suited to the area’s heritage, earning support from local groups. However, nearly £4 mi...

Nottingham is transforming into a “forest city” with a £1.5 million investment to turn concrete into green spaces, tackling heatwaves and flooding while boosting mental and physical well-being — all part of a bold climate strategy backed by a £25 million financial surplus and an additional £2.5 million for solar power and decarbonization. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://...

Police in Sutton are launching Operation Nexus to crack down on violence, shoplifting, and antisocial behavior with extra patrols and community collaboration. Within hours of kickoff, two arrests were made — one led to a court appearance and $100 fine in under three hours. Six dispersal orders also issued, banning repeat offenders from the town center. Officers teamed up with council reps to surve...