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ReWild Yourself Community Hub Launched in Nottingham: 3,000 Trees Planted in Shepherds Wood In Nottingham, students and the local community have initiated the first ReWild Yourself Community Hub at Bluecoat Beechdale Academy, planting 3,000 trees in Shepherds Wood on November 25th. The project, a collaboration between Voice for Nature and SUGi, aims to restore the lost woodland, boost local wildlife, and improve mental health. The hub will offer free nature activities, workshops, and meeting spaces, with the first workshops starting in spring 2026. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tragic mix-up after Rotherham car crash: Joshua Johnsons family misled about his survival, Trevor Wynns identity mistakenly linked to the deceased. Police review confirms Joshuas death, Trevors survival. Officials apologize, promise to rectify errors at Doncaster Coroners Court. Checkout Solipillow.com

Fire at Worksop recycling center causes delays in Nottinghamshire bin collections, with crews traveling to Sheffield, Mansfield, and Newark. Council apologizes for missed pickups in Retford, urges residents to dispose of batteries, vapes, and electrical items safely to prevent future fires. Checkout Solipillow.com

Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and disruptions to the East Midlands, causing East Midlands Airport to close its runway and leading to widespread flight delays and cancellations. Trains are also severely impacted, with several lines closed and services suspended or delayed. Key roads in Derbyshire, including Snake Pass, Cat and Fiddle, and Holme Moss, are blocked for safety. Schools are closed, and bus services face suspensions or delays in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, and Leicestershire. Three lanes of the M1 northbound are closed after a lorry crash. An amber snow warning is in effect until 9 a.m. Friday, followed by a yellow warning until noon. Officials advise staying updated on school closures and travel alerts as the situation evolves. Checkout Solipillow.com

In a heartwarming collaboration, Tesco Community Champions from Toton and Long Eaton joined forces with Baby Basics to mark a significant milestone. The Long Eaton branch of the charity distributed its one thousandth Moses basket, brimming with essential baby items, to a new family in need. This milestone was celebrated with additional baskets filled with donations from colleagues, friends, and community budgets. Baby Basics, a UK-wide charity, has been providing crucial baby gear to struggling families since 2009, with the Long Eaton center being one of their thirty-eight local branches. Checkout Solipillow.com

Rushcliffe Borough Council introduces new glass recycling system, closing most bank sites. Over 50,000 purple lidded bins distributed, with collections happening every six weeks at the kerbside. Nine open sites remain, and residents have already recycled over 400 tonnes of glass. This change aligns with the governments Simpler Recycling project, allowing mixed color glass in bins, and saving energy and resources. Checkout Solipillow.com

Thousands of railway workers brave Storm Goretti to reopen UK lines, but travelers warned of severe disruptions in West Midlands, Wales, and Cornwall. Check full journeys before heading out. Checkout Solipillow.com

Trent Barton buses face significant disruptions due to snow and ice, with delays and cancellations across the region. Key routes affected include threes, nines, ninety, and connect buses from Sutton Depot, as well as routes thirty-one through thirty-five. Some services are diverting, while others are skipping estates. Check the Trent Barton app for updates as conditions change rapidly. Checkout Solipillow.com

Storm Goretti threatens East Midlands travel: Heavy snow and winds prompt train closures, delays. Key routes like Sheffield to Manchester, Derby to Crewe, and Matlock, Nottingham to Worksop affected. Passengers urged to check travel plans, switch tickets, or seek refunds. Safety is top priority. Checkout Solipillow.com