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Newark Academy, part of Nova Education Trust, has congratulated Year 11 pupils on their GCSE results and for their hard work and determination in the run-up to the exams. With…
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Inspire College had an overall re-sit pass rate of 71% for maths and 41% for English in the GCSE results announced today. The results are well above the national average…
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Newark is home to the biggest chilled desserts business in Europe - and Bakkavor Desserts, based on the Jessop Way Industrial Estate, is making a significant investment in new onsite…
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Community projects are to share more than £233,500-worth of grants via the latest round of Nottinghamshire County Council’s Local Communities Fund (LCF). Eligible groups were invited to apply for up…
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Work has started to transform the shop front of a Newark town centre business, operating in a Grade II listed building, to the early 20th Century thanks to funding from…
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The team at an opticians in Newark are raising their glasses to a new leadership duo. Specsavers Newark has welcomed Siddhant Majithia, 28, and Neil Popat, 23, as store directors…
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Council tenants and leaseholders can further shape their local community with Newark and Sherwood District Council’s new Community Link Groups. Taking place at locations across the district, the groups will…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council’s near-£350,000 investment into play park improvements has begun as work starts on Bridge Community Centre Park, Newark. The improvements are being made as part of…
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A chance taster session got Alice Hopkins hooked on blind football. Now, two years later, the Newark student is representing her country at the first world tournament to feature the…
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Riders of all ages and abilities took part in the successful Newark Town Centre Races. From a Community Ride for all the family, through to women’s and men’s elite races…
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Newark and Sherwood Community Lottery is celebrating a £2,000 winner - since launching more than £20,450 has been won and almost £62,000 raised for the local community. Newark and Sherwood…
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Two brothers in their 60s have been supported to fulfil a long-held dream to holiday together. Ian Carnell (60) and his brother, Malcolm (68) live at Greenfield Close, Newark, part…
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Magnus Church of England Academy has celebrated the achievements of its students at the annual Magnus Awards event. Awards were given in each year group for the academy’s values of…
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Volunteer students at Newark Orchard School completed a community improvement project, led by Volunteer it Yourself (VIY), to create a sensory garden. Supported by Newark and Sherwood Council, through funding…
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Independent shops in Edwinstowe, Ollerton, Southwell and Newark are opening their doors for a Happy Families-inspired walking trail. Created by Newark and Sherwood District, the trails are free and designed…
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A children's festival for under-10s is coming to Newark. Funtopia, The BIG Day Out For Little Kids, promises role play areas, sumo suits, huge water fights, stage shows, giant inflatable…
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A new state-of-the-art operating theatre is being installed at Newark Hospital. Parts of the modular theatre, which will be known as Newark Elective Hub, were lifted into place by crane…
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Tenants of council-owned residential buildings in Newark are feeling safer in their homes thanks to the Safer Streets project. They say the new security investments have “100% made a difference”.…
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The British Cycling National Circuit Series will use the historic Newark Royal Market as the backdrop for its final races of the season again. On 28 July Newark Town Centre…
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Edingley Lodge care home in Edingley will be opening its doors to the community for an afternoon of tea and entertainment on Saturday, 19th August. Taking place between 10am and…
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The Newark Emmaus Trust has hosted a wine-tasting event with local wine merchant Ann et Vin, writes Rachel Jones. The trust, with the support of 89 attendees, raised £1,600 for…
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Newark-on-Sea is returning for a second year, bringing beach huts, ice cream, sandcastles, and buckets and spades to the centre of Newark. From Friday 4th to Sunday, 13th August, Newark…
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Knitters are on a tight teddy bear deadline as submissions close on 1st August to take part in the Brave Bears charity challenge. Crafters across the county are being asked…
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The number of internationally-recognised parks in Newark and Sherwood has increased after the annual Green Flag Awards were announced. Four of the district’s parks — Newark Castle Gardens, and Sconce…
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A new state-of-the-art operating theatre is being installed at Newark Hospital. Parts of the modular theatre, which will be known as Newark Elective Hub, were lifted into place by a…
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As part of celebrating 30 years of business and community involvement, staff at Bakkavor Desserts have raised £2,020 to tackle food poverty in the Newark community, supporting both The Kings…
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A new art exhibition is helping people get into the summer spirit. Scenes of the Season: Celebrating Summer opened at the National Civil War Centre last week and aims to…
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National healthcare charity Sue Ryder is now stocking the Eco Living range, which promotes living more sustainably, protecting our ecosystems, and preserving natural resources for future generations to come. The…
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A Newark Hospital volunteer was recognised for her outstanding efforts at Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust’s annual Excellence Awards — held on the 75th birthday of the NHS. Pam Weir, who…
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Students from two schools have become pioneers for online safety awareness with their films, that were runners-up in a national competition. Following the success of this year’s Safer Internet Day…
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As the NHS marks 75 years of service, two of the longest-serving Newark Hospital volunteers have been recognised for their outstanding contributions. Sheila Clutterbuck (above), of Newark, was presented with…
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There’s nobody better to tell you what it’s like working at Newark Hospital than a nurse who has been there for 20 years. Kerry Hazard above), who has worked her…
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Newark Book Festival is almost here and it’s making final preparations for a feast of fun-filled family entertainment where imaginative tales, animal friends and super stories spill out of books…
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Reach Learning Disability is celebrating the completion of its new supported living accommodation building for 12 people. It aims to give the tenants in Southwell, and their families, peace of…
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Communities and businesses are seeing the benefits of a series of projects funded by Newark and Sherwood District Council. They are aimed at improving skills, supporting businesses and providing new…
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On 4th July, 1943, a plane crashed on take off in Gibraltar. On board was the Commander in Chief of the Polish Forces; his daughter, Zofia; and other eminent dignitaries,…
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Newark’s National Civil War Centre has been shortlisted for the national Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award. Charity Kids in Museums has run an annual award since 2004, recognising…
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A communal garden used by tenants living in a block of flats in Southwell has been improved thanks to funding from Newark and Sherwood District Council and support from its…
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Newark and Sherwood Community Lottery — which raises funds for good causes in the area — is celebrating handing over a £2,000 prize to one lucky player. Jeannette Tokeley was…
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Two charities are celebrating after receiving donations of £1,000 each as part of Benefact Group’s Movement for Good awards. For the fifth successive year, Benefact Group is giving away £1m.…
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Newark Book Festival is proud to join celebrations for the 40th year of the town twinning with two European towns. Newark is linked with Sandomierz in Poland and Emmendingen in…
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Residents at Edingley Lodge care home, Edingley, sampled craft ales, bitters, and lagers to celebrate National Beer Day in June. The hospitality team at Edingley Lodge set up a bar…
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Sherwood Forest will provide a backdrop to the Tour of Britain cycle race when it returns to the county later this year. Stage four of the showpiece event will start…
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Two outstanding nurses have been presented with a prestigious award to acknowledge the exceptional care they provide to patients. Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust’s Lisa Nixon and Ryan Inumerable…
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The grounds of Newark Castle are set to host another season of outdoor theatre this summer with six shows across July and August. Gripping thriller The 39 Steps will start…
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The inaugural Women’s and Girls’ Festival of Cricket at Farnsfield Cricket Club was a great success with many people having a go at the sport for the first time. International…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is to introduce a free kerbside glass recycling across its area. Coun Paul Peacock, leader of Newark and Sherwood District Council, said: “Lots of people…
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Former Mansfield headteacher Tony Warsop has swapped the classroom to follow his dream of working for the ambulance service. Tony was headteacher of the Flying High Academy at Ladybrook, Mansfield,…
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Residents at Edingley Lodge care home celebrated National Carers’ Week by thanking staff for making a difference to the lives of those living in their care. Carers Week is an…
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The finalists in Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust’s 2023 Excellence Awards have been revealed. Nearly 500 nominations were received across 19 categories for the trust’s staff and volunteers who go above…
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Magnus Church of England Academy’s archivist, Roger Peacock, is asking for the public’s assistance in clearing up some mysteries surrounding a photograph contained in the Newark school’s archive. The image,…
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A Newark care home manager has been hailed as a star for reducing the amount of agency staff used at her service to zero. Michelle Green, manager at Greenfields, a…
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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of World Environment Day, Veolia, in partnership with Nottinghamshire County Council, is asking schools to help them grow their network of orchards across the county.…
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With a backdrop of the Sunflower quilt created to celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day in 2022, Newark and Sherwood District Council hosted an evening of entertainment and food to say thank…
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Eight talented young people took to the stage to showcase their skills at a special celebration for Nottinghamshire’s foster children and fostering families. Fostering's Got Talent, organised by Nottinghamshire County…
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Magnus Church of England Academy students performed Matilda the Musical for their friends and families, in addition to special performances for local primary school children. Leanne Phillips, primary and community…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council joined with Nottinghamshire Police and Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service to host an educational day dedicated to water safety. The event was the first in…
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One of the first companies in the UK to help businesses reduce their carbon footprint is celebrating huge success after doubling its turnover in the space of a year. Viridis,…
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Newark business owner Scott Hinton is hoping to raise thousands of pounds to enable a charity to provide hundreds of hours counselling time for young people and children. Scott, founder…
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Two midwives have been presented with a prestigious national award in recognition of going above and beyond in their roles. Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust’s recruitment and retention midwife…
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One of the 18th Century’s finest neoclassical architects, John Carr of York made an important imprint on Britain’s heritage — including building Newark Town Hall. The hundreds of great houses,…
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The team at a Newark optician donned their denim for Dementia Action Week (15-21 May) to make a difference in the lives of people affected by dementia. Team members at…
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Farnsfield chartered financial planner Nick Onslow (above) is a finalist in the sixth annual British Ex-Forces in Business Awards. The event, which showcases talent in the UK’s Armed Forces community,…
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A two-day Food and Drink Festival is on its way to Newark town centre at the end of May. Visitors can attend for free with a host of independent food,…
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A Newark-based charity has completed a bike race to raise money and awareness for veterans in the criminal justice system, reports Rachel Jones. Care after Combat, a charity that helps…
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Residents in Newark and Sherwood are being invited to have their say on the future development of Sherwood Avenue Park, Newark. Currently, it features a skate park, play area, and…
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Newark Market Place is looking a lot brighter thanks to the addition of hundreds of colourful umbrellas hanging above the square. The installation, launched by Newark Creates, is part of…
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Work to create 80 extra car parking spaces next to Newark Hospital is expected to start in July after plans were approved. A partnership between Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is again offering a series of one-hour sessions for local businesses who want to receive free specialist and local support to help them thrive. Organised…
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NHS recruits received on-the-spot job offers at a second successful ‘Step into the NHS’ careers showcase in Mansfield, attended by more than 300 people. The ‘Step into the NHS’ event,…
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Volunteer students at Newark Orchard School have undertaken a community improvement project led by Volunteer It Yourself (VIY). Supported by Newark and Sherwood Council, through funding from the UK Shared…
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Farnsfield man John Carr, known as Jack, was treated to a birthday cake and a card by staff at King’s Mill Hospital, Sutton, where he celebrated his 103rd birthday while…
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The most inspirational young achievers in Nottinghamshire will be celebrated at the 4Uth Award 2023. Now organisers Nottinghamshire County Council want to receive nominations for the awards, which recognise the…
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A Newark charity is celebrating after being awarded £431,199 in funding from The National Lottery Community Fund that will ‘make a big difference to the lives of young homeless people’,…
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A charity that helps dads who have been separated from their children is a finalist in two categories at this year’s Newark Business Awards, reports Rachel Jones. Dads Advocates provides…
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Edingley Lodge Care Home residents and staff made coronation-themed decorations and baked red, white and blue cakes and pastries with the help of the head chef for coronation day. Over…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is taking part in No Mow May for a fourth year and letting the grass grow in certain areas to help create a greener district.…
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Edingley Lodge Care Home has unveiled its new look after major refurbishment — with the opening performed by the Mayor of Newark, Coun Laurence Goff. Among the new facilities at…
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Coronation fun for all ages is being offered at the National Civil War Centre on Saturday, 6th May. The centre's monthly Family Saturday event is getting a royal makeover with…
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Newark Book Festival is launching a new scheme for young people aged 7-21. The Young Ambassadors programme aims to spread the word to book-loving young people and provides opportunities for…
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A new antiques fair that promises to offer a wide range of interesting collectables has been launched in the Newark area, reports Rachel Jones. Red Fox Fairs, run by Paula…
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Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy pupils worked with an artist to create a clay bug permanent artwork that will eventually go on display in their village library. Ellie Booth, of Inspire…
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After all the action of coronation week, Beaumond House will be hosting a relaxing Open Day for everyone on Saturday, 13th May, complete with the chance to try holistic therapy.…
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Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust, which runs three hospitals including Newark, is inviting local people to attend a virtual event to find out more about the role of a governor. The…
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A Newark charity that works with the homeless has received two cheques from the town’s mayor, Coun Laurence Goff, reports Rachel Jones. Newark Emmaus Trust was one of two charities…
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Residents of Newark and Sherwood can enjoy one of the area’s national attractions free. The National Civil War Centre in Newark will permanently be offering local people the opportunity to…
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Growing a business in a sustainable way can be daunting — even for experienced business owners. Having a mentor to ask difficult questions of, to offer advice, and to act…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council has been awarded £891,417 through the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) to invest in rural communities across the district between April 2023 and March 2025.…
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Schoolchildren from Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy will have the opportunity to work with an artist to create a permanent artwork in their village library garden on 21st April. It is…
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A coronation-themed cake decorating class is coming to Newark on Friday 5 May, just in time for the festivities. Expert cake decorator Alison McNevin, of The Cake Decorating Academy, will…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council will install solar photovoltaic (PV) panels on some of its buildings as part of the Great British Spring Clean, in a step towards its goal…
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To celebrate the unveiling of Newark Northgate Brompton Bikes docking station, residents and visitors in Newark will be able to access the bikes free until Sunday 30 April. The new…
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The Great British Spring Clean was a success thanks to 197 volunteers who took part in green activities hosted by Newark and Sherwood District Council. Litter-picking events were organised by…
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Residents in Nottinghamshire can nominate a good cause to receive £1,000 as part of Benefact Group’s Movement for Good Awards. Now in its fifth year, the Movement for Good Awards will…
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Care after Combat, a Newark-based charity that supports the wellbeing of Armed Forces veterans in the justice system and helps them to get their lives back on track, is celebrating…
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Members of the public are invited to say thank you to staff at Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust as part of the trust’s annual Excellence Awards. Those who have received treatment…
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Top-flight Scots-English folk duo Winter Wilson are delighted to be back on the road after almost two years at home due to the pandemic - and the former Newark residents…
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Newark’s National Civil War Centre is inviting families to play in its galleries for free. Running until Saturday, 15th April, the museum’s Easter event has seen it filled with family…
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Following on from the success of the 2022 festival, Newark Book Festival will return from 6th to 9th July, thanks to funding support from Arts Council England. This year the…
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Bilsthorpe 1st Scouts have been working hard to create 24 bird boxes, nine bug hotels, and 12 squirrel feeders for their local area as part of an adventure guides programme.…
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Members of Girlguiding Nottinghamshire had a roar-some time during their sleepover at Wollaton Hall. Over 80 members of Guides and Rangers sections, all aged 13 years and over, along with…
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Saplings from two iconic trees in Nottinghamshire have been planted in the garden of the US Ambassador’s official residence at Winfield House in London. A sapling grafted from the original…
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A leading housebuilder is highlighting its key schemes for key workers and members of the Armed Forces on new homes in Newark. David Wilson Homes – which is building new…
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A health care assistant says she has rediscovered her identity after losing three stones with Weight Watchers. Natalie Dean (right) put on weight during lockdown and then a further four…
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Farnsfield Cricket Club is hosting a Coronation Cricket Women’s and Girls’ Softball Cricket Festival on Sunday, 7th May, from 11am. The free event at the cricket ground on Station Road,…
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A Year 7 student from Newark Academy is turning heads in the sporting world with a number of medal-winning performances. Lucy Beardsmore is not just content with being crowned Midland…
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Currys staff based at the company’s Customer Repair Centre in Newark have been nominated for a prestigious industry award. On behalf of Retail Week, a panel of retail experts has…
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Elections to find six new governors at Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust are due to take place — and potential governors can put their names forward from 10th May. Governors are…
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The Palace Theatre in Newark has launched a new website and booking system. Carys Coulton-Jones, Palace Theatre manager, said: “We are delighted to launch our new website and finally being…
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Beaumond House Community Hospice is to host its first ever Easter Family Fun Day and Chicken Run – a 2.5km family fun run - both taking place on Friday, 7th…
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Businesses in Ollerton are encouraged to complete a survey to help Newark and Sherwood District Council know what support they feel would help them to thrive. The survey forms part…
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A new exhibition celebrating female stories is running at Newark’s National Civil War Centre until June. Tubthumping is a display of ceramics by acclaimed artist Emilie Taylor. Her creations blend…
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After a successful debut last year which saw more than 4,000 visitors, Newark Castle will again be hosting a free Medieval Fun Day. On Saturday, 1st April, from 10am to…
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Visitors to Newark town centre will soon be taken back to the early 20th Century when two Grade II listed buildings are to be transformed. Flossie & Boo at 19…
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A live screening of the coronation of King Charles III is among a programme of events for 2023 taking place in Newark town centre. The events form part of the…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council gave more than 70 town and parish councils a free tree sapling to plant as part of its programme of green activities for the Great…
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Tickets for this year’s Nottinghamshire County Show at Newark Showground on 13th May have gone on sale. Activities will again showcase the region’s livestock, food producers, and countryside way of…
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Events to celebrate Newark's heritage and arts organisations will continue following a successful bid for £87,000 of funding from Arts Council England. Plans for 2023, the last of three years…
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The determination of children and young people to succeed against the odds was showcased at the annual Mansfield Rotary Courage Awards. Thirteen inspirational recipients of the awards were nominated by…
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Caring members of the Newark community spent the night sleeping rough in sub-zero temperatures to raise awareness and money for the homeless, writes Rachel Jones. The Big Newark Sleep Out…
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A children's festival for under-10s is coming to Newark - twice! Funtopia, The BIG Day Out For Little Kids, promises role play areas, sumo suits, huge water fights, stage shows,…
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Using Greener business practices was on the agenda at a free workshop organised by Newark and Sherwood District Council. The Sustainability in Business workshop, held at Hexgreave Hall, Farnsfield, provided…
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Dozens of voluntary organisations and community groups are set to receive a share of £150,000 to help residents in most need. They will benefit from the first round of a…
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The Great British Spring Clean returns to Newark and Sherwood from Friday until Sunday, 2nd April. Newark and Sherwood District Council will be taking part in the campaign and is…
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Residents have been advised to apply for the Government’s energy bill support discount. Newark and Sherwood District Council said most residents will have received their energy support discount automatically from…
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Nineteen new police officers are reporting for duty after they were formally welcomed into the force. Proud family members, friends and colleagues gathered at Nottinghamshire Police HQ to welcome the…
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The legacy of a 17th Century mayor of Newark is being honoured with a day encouraging foodbank donations at the town’s National Civil War Centre. In a drive led by…
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Retailers across Newark and Sherwood are receiving a boost to maintain a healthy and diverse high street, reports Rachel Jones. Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Business Growth and Resilience Programme…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is holding a consultation and engagement event to give Bilsthorpe residents the opportunity to voice their opinion on what facilities are of value to them…
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Patients will be able to receive treatment for chronic pain at Newark Hospital, thanks to money raised by a charity. Friends of Newark Hospital have bought a £30,000 IconicRF Generator,…
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The new Welcome Break service area in Newark welcomed guests to an official opening event. Visitors were able to get up close to an F1 car, children had their faces…
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With colleagues from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust is celebrating its diverse workforce as part of Overseas NHS Workers Day today (Friday 3 March). Hospital staff unveiled a…
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Two neighbours in Bilsthorpe are celebrating scooping £70,000 prizes with People’s Postcode Lottery. The winners each pocketed prize cheques for £30,000, as well as a £5,000 holiday, after their postcode,…
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Inspire is celebrating its new base for learning and culture with an official opening event at the Buttermarket, Newark — and the public is invited to attend. Inspire has a…
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A new community food initiative supporting local residents has launched at Cleveland Square Community Centre in Newark, hosted by Newark and Sherwood District Council and in partnership with The Bread…
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The fundraising team at Beaumond House Hospice Care will be teaming up to take part in the hospice’s new virtual stair climb challenge —‘Moving Mountains For Beaumond House. Running throughout…
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The Welcome Break Service Area at Newark will open to the public on Wednesday 1st March. The all-new site will include a Starbucks Drive-Thru, Burger King Drive-Thru, Pret, Greggs, and…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is one step closer to transforming the empty former M&S building in Newark town centre. It hopes to soon appoint a developer to progress 32…
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Thanks to Government funding through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, a new grant has been awarded to expand the Door to Door service, which helps residents across the Newark and…
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Local people with sight loss enjoyed a creative flower-making workshop thanks to funding from Newark and Sherwood District Council. Artist Elaine Winter led the workshop at My Sight Newark. The…
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Construction has started on a unique cycling facility at the YMCA’s Community & Activity Village in Newark, which will enable the community to try a range of different cycling skills,…
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The Newark and Sherwood District Council- managed lorry park has been awarded the prestigious Park Mark Freight Award following an assessment by the Police Crime Prevention Initiative and the British…
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A -new opportunity has been launched to help shape the future of heritage and culture in Newark and Sherwood. Applications arew open for local people to join the Open Doors…
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You’ve heard of 101 Dalmatians — now meet one of the 101 babies born since a specialist team was launched to support pregnant women to quit smoking. Emily Thompson, of…
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Several projects aimed at improving the community and supporting the lives of residents are now taking place thanks to nearly £30,000 of further funding from Newark and Sherwood District Council’s…
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Young people from across Nottinghamshire will have the chance to boost their employability prospects thanks to an innovative new career support service. Teachers from across the county will be able…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is set to agree a number of additional measures to support tenants, residents and local businesses with the cost of living crisis. The council has…
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Four pupils from St Mary’s Church of England Primary School, Edwinstowe, won a writing competition set by the RSPB Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve in the village. Carol Hallam, RSPB…
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Armed Forces veterans working for Newark and Sherwood District Council formally presented the Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award certificate at a full council meeting. The award, which recognises employers who…
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A spectacular series of films featuring multiple Oscar winners and lesser-known gems will screen at the National Civil War Centre’s Tudor Hall this month and next. A classical love story…
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The largest employer in Mansfield and Ashfield has demonstrated its commitment to creating career opportunities by offering 20 new apprenticeship places. Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust will offer apprenticeships…
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Shawmind, a local mental health charity, is hosting a Children’s Mental Health Festival at the YMCA Newark and Sherwood today (Wednesday). More than 200 local school children and teachers from…
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Around 1,400 trees will be planted across Newark and Sherwood as part of the district council’s free tree scheme. Residents who applied for a free tree in December were able…
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Anti-social behaviour at St Marks Place is being stopped in its tracks as part of another project to make Newark’s streets safer. The site had been subject to drug use,…
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Newark-based hospice Beaumond House is to launch its new Facebook virtual challenge Moving Mountains. The challenge will run from 1st to 31st March and involves climbing the number of steps…
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Community groups and voluntary organisations in Nottinghamshire are being encouraged to apply for a new grant to improve residents’ access to affordable and healthy food. Nottinghamshire County Council has launched…
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A new exhibition of ceramics by acclaimed artist Emilie Taylor will open at the National Civil War Centre, Newark, this March. Launching the day after International Women’s Day, on Thursday…
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Families can enjoy a fun celebration of National Storytelling Week at the National Civil War Centre on Saturday, 4 February with a star guest. Free for Newark and Sherwood residents,…
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Broadleaves Housing with Care scheme in Boughton has been nominated for a national award for the best large social housing development at the LABC Building Excellence Awards. It had previously…
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Staff and volunteers at the new Newark PDSA charity shop are urging people to donate their unwanted items or time to help sick and injured pets. The shop is desperate…
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Almost 100 town centre businesses have shared their ideas for developing and regenerating Newark town centre. The Cultural Heart of Newark is one of eight priority projects identified in Newark…
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Newark resident Ginnette Hardy has been awarded the ARCH Community Champion Award for her dedication to the community. The award recognises individuals or groups who have dedicated their time to…
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Victims of rural crime are set to be given free security upgrades to prevent their properties and vehicles being targeted — and to make them feel safer. A dedicated full-time…
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Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has submitted plans to Mansfield District Council for a purpose-built ‘Community Diagnostics Centre’ that would run alongside its existing Mansfield Community Hospital in Stockwell…
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Newark and Sherwood residents who applied for a free tree will be able to collect their saplings this week as part of the district council’s annual free tree scheme. Residents…
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Newark Palace Theatre’s auditorium is set to become a time machine as it welcomes an evening of fascinating, hilarious and eye-opening stories from 400 years ago. The 17th Century Show…
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A free two-hour workshop exploring the topic of sustainability in businesses is to be held on Tuesday, 28th February, at Hexgreave Hall, Farnsfield. Businesses can gain advice on how being…
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Farnsfield Cricket Club women’s section, established in August, has gone from strength to strength, attracting new members and having regular indoor training. Farnsfield CC provides cricket to all ages and…
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A swathe of bright blooms is hoping to show Newark and Sherwood’s solidarity with Ukraine and friendship with its people. The display, part of Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Friendship…
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A programme of films is set to reflect local communities over the next few months and the National Civil War Centre is asking for the public’s help in deciding what…
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Community projects with the aim of making social housing areas Cleaner, Safer and Greener may be eligible for up to £1,000 of Newark and Sherwood District Council funding. The council…
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It wasn’t just Cinderella’s carriage flying high this Christmas as ticket sales for the Palace Theatre Newark’s panto reached a new record. Almost 18,000 people enjoyed the sparking spectacle, beating…
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Police drone operators have had their busiest year to date – with more deployments, arrests and interventions than ever before. The team, founded in January 2020, deployed more than 1,100…
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Two retired police officers travelled on a humanitarian mission to war-torn Ukraine to deliver children’s toys and vital supplies. Simon Blincow and Rob Taylor joined a convoy of pick-up trucks…
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Inspire Culture, Learning and Libraries, which is now on the upper floor of the Buttermarket in Newark town centre as well as the town's library, is expanding its offer. Inspire…
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Patients needing certain operations will get treatment faster thanks to a £5.6m project that will create new and improved theatres at Newark Hospital. An extra 2,600 operations and procedures are…
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Many more people in need woke up to presents on Christmas morning thanks to the Palace Theatre Newark’s gift donation scheme. A total of 263 gifts, the highest figure in…
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Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy children welcomed Rob Rose, of BBC Radio Nottingham, (above) into school and appeared live on the Sarah Julian Breakfast Show. Children shared their Christmas wishes with…
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This Christmas residents will once again be able to recycle their real Christmas trees with Newark and Sherwood’s District Council’s Christmas tree recycling programme in its bid to make the…
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More than 50 gift bags packed with hats, gloves, socks, underwear and other essentials will help support local homeless people this winter. The donations have been made by kind-hearted members…
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As another year draws to a close, Nottinghamshire County Council has once again unveiled its annual list of facts and figures to highlight the tireless work its services have carried…
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Magnus Church of England Academy students welcomed a team from the BBC into school for the BBC Centenary Celebrations and a BBC100 Share Your Story event. Among those who addressed…
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Magnus Church of England Academy welcomed children’s author Tom Palmer into school to talk to year 7 students about his writing process and the benefits of developing a lifelong love…
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A multi-agency team focused on getting patients discharged from three local hospitals as soon as they have received the vital treatment they need are stepping-up their efforts to get patients…
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An intensive program to help make Balderton cleaner, safer, and greener was undertaken by Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Street Scene team. The team conducted a Winter Focus Week from…
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Good causes are benefiting from an extra cash injection of £500 each thanks to the Newark and Sherwood Community Lottery prize draw. Bilsthorpe Emergency Team, Sherwood Archers, Newark R&M Cricket…
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YMCA Newark & Sherwood has launched its Christmas holiday kids club - Camp Williams - which will be hosted for the first time at the new Community & Activity Village…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is again offering a series of one-hour sessions for businesses who wish to receive free specialist and local support to help them thrive. Organised in…
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An award scheme recognising the courage of children and young people diagnosed with cancer has been launched in Nottinghamshire. Around 120 children are diagnosed with cancer in the East Midlands…
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Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People is asking people in Newark and Sherwood to spread some festive cheer and support its Christmas Appeal. The charity cares for over 300…
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A royal ball has arrived in Newark as the Palace Theatre’s pantomime Cinderella is under way. The show opened its doors on Tuesday 6th December and has so far entertained…
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The future potential of Newark Hospital is due to receive a major boost with the creation of up to 80 extra parking spaces for patients, visitors, and staff. A partnership…
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Over the last three years, Newark and Sherwood District Council has been responsible for planting and giving away 18,000 trees in a bid to reduce the district’s carbon footprint and…
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Newark Christmas Dickensian Market is taking place this Saturday in Newark Market Place with more than 130 festive stalls, street entertainment, street food, live music, and Morris Dancing. The Steampunk…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council has agreed on its approach to support residents faced with challenges from the increase in cost-of-living. It was agreed that up to £150,000 is available…
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Households with children who are eligible for Free School Meals (FSM) in the county are to receive extra support to help cover the costs of food and energy bills this…
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More patients than ever before are benefiting from being able to access more accurate and timely hearing tests at Newark Hospital, thanks to the introduction of a new state-of-the-art facility…
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The Woodland Trust is urging schools and community groups across the East Midlands to get their free tree-pack applications in quickly with just over a month left until the spring…
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The return of the world-famous AJ Bell Tour of Britain to Nottinghamshire in September boosted the local economy by more than £4 million and attracted nearly 250,000 spectators. An economic…
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Work is under way at the third phase of a development that is part of a major housing project on the edge of Newark. The Foresters at Middlebeck is being…
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