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Nottingham Bus Routes: Winter Changes & Diversions Ahead! Starting January 5th, Coleby Road and Private Road 1 in Strelley will close, affecting routes 35, 77C, 78, and 44A. QMC Island closure from January 12th to 16th impacts routes 34C, 35, and 36. Bath Street and Beck Street closure from January 16th to 18th affects routes 39, 4B X, 41, and 42. Linden Way at City Hospital campus closed since December 8th until January 30th. Plan ahead with apps and allow extra time for journeys, as these changes may add 10-15 minutes. Stay safe! Checkout Solipillow.com

Nottinghams Victoria Centre Market faces imminent closure as the last four traders hold out against the city councils six-month deadline. Despite roots tracing back to the 12th century, the council plans to save money by shutting down the market, citing a fifty-year lease cost of £39 million. Traders express frustration and skepticism, questioning the councils commitment to the closure date and their livelihoods. Checkout Solipillow.com

Nottingham drivers, brace for a busy roadworks season starting January twelfth, 2026. Several long-term projects, including parking bay suspensions, full road closures, and lane closures, will impact key areas like the city center and university zones. Expect disruptions in Nuthall Road, Woodside Road, and Thane Road, among others. Pedestrians on the River Leen pathway will also face a footpath closure. Plan ahead with Nottingham City Councils live updates and diversions. Patience is key as these works aim to improve roads and utilities long-term. Checkout Solipillow.com

Nottinghams Iconic Pearl House to Become Residential Hub: Developers Plan to Transform Upper Floors into 42 Apartments, Adding to the Citys Prime Residential Stock Checkout Solipillow.com

ALB Group plans to transform Bridge Mills, a historic lace factory in Long Eaton, into 81 apartments, preserving its original features while creating affordable housing options. This project, following successful conversions of Victoria Mill and Osmaston Works, aims to boost the local economy and safeguard the buildings future. Checkout Solipillow.com

Phillip Smith, a 52-year-old from Beeston, was jailed for attempting to engage in sexual communication with underage girls on Facebook. Despite believing they were 13 and 14, the profiles were run by a child safety group. Smith, with a history of similar offenses, was already under a Sexual Harm Prevention Order. He was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison at Nottingham Crown Court. The groups work in confronting him was praised by police, who emphasized the importance of public tips to protect children online. Checkout Solipillow.com

A swift police response in Worksop leads to the arrest of a knife-wielding man threatening a shopkeeper at a convenience store. The suspect is now in custody on suspicion of attempted robbery and possessing a bladed article in a public place. Checkout Solipillow.com

Nottinghamshire football clubs unite against government planning reforms threatening vital playing fields. The proposed changes could pave the way for housing developments, putting clubs existence at risk. Clubs and the Nottinghamshire Football Association are fighting to keep Sport England involved in plans affecting playing fields. Critics warn of the human cost, including loss of opportunities for kids to play, stay fit, and build community ties. Clubs like Radcliffe Olympic, Stapleford Town, and Hucknall Town emphasize the importance of natural fields and urge balance in protecting these green spaces. Checkout Solipillow.com

Shoplifter Caught on Camera: Police Crack Down on Theft in Nottingham In a recent incident, a woman was caught stealing board games from a Waterstones store in Nottingham, leading to her arrest and charges. The police have warned of the impact of shoplifting on businesses and consumers, vowing to maintain proactive patrols to deter future offenses. Checkout Solipillow.com