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Framework at 20: Women and Homelessness in Nottingham

Mon 04 Jan 2021

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

Fri 01 Jan 2021

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

Wed 30 Dec 2020

Peter McConnochie – a.k.a UrbanScott – has been photographing the people of Nottingham for more than a decade, and has dedicated the last two years to his latest project, Faces of Nottingham. We caught up with the Scottish-born photographer to find out more about his latest project, as well as his ongoing obsession with shooting the people who work, live and travel in the city.

Film Review: Soul

Tue 29 Dec 2020

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...

TV Review: The Mandalorian - Season 2

Tue 29 Dec 2020

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…

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

Tue 29 Dec 2020

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…

30 Years Later: The Godfather Part III

Mon 28 Dec 2020

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

Film Review: The Midnight Sky

Mon 28 Dec 2020

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

Film Review: Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

Tue 22 Dec 2020

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

5 Nottingham Albums to Listen to This Month

Tue 22 Dec 2020

The latest Nottinghamshire releases...

The Nottingham Culture Review of 2020

Tue 22 Dec 2020

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...

Gate to Southwell Festival Is Set to Bounce Back in 2021

Tue 22 Dec 2020

Book it into yer calendars...

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

Sun 20 Dec 2020

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...

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

Sun 20 Dec 2020

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…

Film Review: Mank

Fri 18 Dec 2020

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

Film Review: The Prom

Wed 16 Dec 2020

Ryan Murphy brings a star-studded cast to our screens in this Broadway-inspired musical...

30 Years Later: Home Alone

Wed 16 Dec 2020

It’s been a whole thirty years since Macauley Culkin first scampered onto screens as Kevin McCallister - Hollie Anderson looks back to see if this festive flick still deserves to be called a Christmas classic...

Film Review: The Christmas Chronicles - Part Two

Tue 15 Dec 2020

Kurt Russell makes a merry return as the father of Christmas in this bonkers follow up to 2018’s The Christmas Chronicles.

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

Tue 15 Dec 2020

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...

Nottingham Playhouse's Adam Penford on This Year's Live and Online Pantomime, Cinderella

Mon 14 Dec 2020

Cinderella will go to the ball! The Nottingham Playhouse panto will be going ahead this Christmas, despite the impact of COVID-19 and lockdown. It will look a little different – and, for the first time in years, there is a new writer/director at the helm: Artistic Director, Adam Penford. Our Stage Editor Rebecca Buck caught up with him for a chat...

Nadia on... Homelessness in Nottingham

Sat 12 Dec 2020

In her monthly LeftLion column, Nadia Whittome, MP for Nottingham East, discusses issues effecting both Nottingham and Westminster. This month, she discusses the issue of homelessness in Nottingham, and the role local organisations play in combatting it...