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25 Years Later: Cast Away

Cast Away helped Tom Hanks to his fifth Oscar nomination back in 2021, and our Screen Co-Editor can definitely see why...

Games Workshop Sees Record Profits During Covid-19

12 January 21

Nottingham-based Games Workshop has posted record profits and sales for the second year running and is now valued at at around £3.8 billion. The company has told investors that fans of its table-top games spent more on its products as they remained stuck at home for large parts of the period.

10 Years Later: The King's Speech

08 January 21

The Oscar-winning biopic The King's Speech retells the true story of King George VI as he overcame his stutter to lead the country through WW2 with his historic speech – a film that celebrates its 10th anniversary.

Homelessness in Nottingham: Is Giving Always Good?

07 January 21

Whether you live or work in the city, or are just heading into town to grab your last few presents, the likelihood is that someone asking for money will approach you at some point. It’s a sad reality at any stage of the year, but at a time where many of us are preparing for the joys of Christmas and the weather is reaching dangerously cold levels, there’s an even deeper level of pathos. While for many of us, the natural human instinct is to offer money or food, Framework’s Service Director Dave Smith and Ronnie Tucker, Service Manager for Framework's Street Outreach Teams suggest a more long-term way of helping…

Soldiers on the Street: Why Ex-Military Personnel Find Themselves Experiencing Homelessness

06 January 21

It’s long been the case that ex-military personnelfind themselves experiencing homelessness at highly disproportionate rates. The lack of support for transitioning back into civilian life, substance abuse issues and PTSD all play contributing factors and, while steps are being taken to address the issue, it remains problematic. Ex-serviceman Tony was in the Royal Navy for three years and the Royal Marines for another nine, before a serious injury ended his military life. Here, he talks about the experience of going from being a decorated veteran to living on the streets...

Framework Housing Association Celebrate Helping Nottingham's Homeless Community for 20 Years

29 December 20

For twenty years, Framework Housing Association has helped tens of thousands of vulnerable people in Nottingham overcome issues of homelessness, addiction and mental ill-health to once again achieve social inclusion, financial stability and independence – changing the direction of their lives for the better. We look back on the history of the organisation, and learn the value they bring to our city, and the lives of the people who need them most… 

Framework at 20: Women and Homelessness in Nottingham

04 January 21

Sofas are cosy home comforts for most people. But for many homeless women, who have fled from their homes to the comparable safety of the streets, a sofa is simply a makeshift bed for the night. But what they get in that mild comfort can come with a dark price, and can mean they struggle to escape a never-ending cycle of abuse. We speak to Framework’s Operations Manager for women’s and families’ services Claire Windebank about the physical and mental difficulties homeless women face, and how Framework helps them get control of their lives…

Out of Time: The Life of Samuel Fox, Founder of Nottingham Building Society

01 January 21

We take a look at the life of philanthropist, educator, anti-slavery campaigner and founder of the Nottingham Building Society, Samuel Fox...

Faces of Nottingham: Local Photographer Urban Scot on Street Photography and His New Book

30 December 20

The Nottingham Culture Review of 2020

22 December 20

Let’s face it: 2020 has been the crappest year since we dropped the ‘S’ from the beginning of Nottingham. Here’s our rundown of what’s happened in our local culture scene over the last twelve months...

TV Review: The Mandalorian - Season 2

29 December 20

Mando and the Child strike back with new planets, new faces and returning fan favourites from across the saga in a hit or miss second season…

Film Review: Soul

29 December 20

Pixar's latest feature film is a last-minute addition to the ranks of the best 2020 has to offer, says Screen section co-editor Jamie Morris...

Film Review: The Midnight Sky

28 December 20

George Clooney jumps behind the camera and sets off into space in new Netflix Original The Midnight Sky...

30 Years Later: The Godfather Part III

28 December 20

Thomas Griffiths reviews the divisive third instalment of the Godfather trilogy in light of its thirtieth anniversary and brand new re-edit...

Christmas on a Budget with Local Recipe Creator Lucy and Lentils

23 December 20

Food is such a big part of the festive season, providing so many tasty memories and cause for merriment. Things might be feeling a bit tighter on the wallet following this year’s troubles, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still chow down on some tasty nosh this Christmas time. We’ve enlisted Notts recipe creator and photographer Lucy Parker to share some tips on how to make your food extra tasty on a budget, and make sure nothing goes to waste...

Rock City at 40: George Akins on Nottingham's Best Loved Venue

15 December 20

Nottingham’s legendary nightclub and live music venue Rock City turns forty this month, but celebrations will be quieter than usual due to the pandemic. We couldn’t let the occasion pass without a chat with owner George Akins of DHP Family about the history of Nottingham’s most famous music venue...

5 Nottingham Albums to Listen to This Month

22 December 20

The latest Nottinghamshire releases... 

Film Review: Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

22 December 20

Miriam Blakemore-Hoy reviews the final film to star the late great Chadwick Boseman...

The Best Films of 2020

22 December 20

From countless postponements to forced cinema closures, 2020 hasn’t been kind to the film industry. Even so - be it via socially-distanced seating or a bit of streaming magic - we’ve still managed to watch lots of excellent movies this year. Here are our picks for 2020’s very finest...

Doug Scott: Mountaineering Legend 1941-2020

21 December 20

Earlier this month Nottingham-born mountaineering legend Doug Scott died from Cancer. Mark Patterson, a journalist who once interviewed Doug, remembers the life of a man who conquered Everest and captured the imaginations of the British and Himalayans alike...

(Not) Driving Home for Christmas: Nottingham's Expats On Their First Christmas Away from Loved Ones

20 December 20

The never-ending merry-go-round of Government lockdowns, tiers and regulation changes mean that, for many of us, it’s beginning to look like Christmas 2020 will be very different. Continuing travel restrictions and limits on the numbers of people who can gather have ensured that, for some Notts residents, Christmas will be spent away from their loved ones for the very first time…

Final Round of Voting for Prospect Music Awards Live: Crown the Winner for 2021

20 December 20

Strictly might be over for another year but turn yer attention local and there’s still another talent competition to keep us entertained. Craig, Motsi and Shirley are replaced by a number of known names for the Notts-based Prospect Music Award. Get to know more and place your votes ahead of the finals on NYD...

Film Review: Mank

18 December 20

David Fincher’s latest outing is a spanking tribute to a Hollywood heyday, writes Roshan Chandy…

Under Cover Artist: Rob White

17 December 20

Multidisciplinary artist Rob White takes us inside his sixth LeftLion cover, an ode to putting 2020 behind us for good...

Green Party and Lib Dems Launch Broadmarsh Proposal

17 December 20

The Green Party and the Liberal Democrats in Nottingham have joined forces with an environmentally-frienly plan to replace the old Broadmarsh shopping centre.
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