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A memorial bench, plaque, and new tree have been unveiled at Sconce and Devon Park, Newark, in honour of Robert Hayden, a colleague at Newark and Sherwood District Council who…
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The NHS is making an urgent call for more blood donors of Black heritage as new figures reveal a 120% increase in demand by hospitals in the East Midlands for…
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Ashiana Indian & Bangladeshi Restaurant in North Muskham has been crowned the Restaurant of the Year – East Midlands at the Asian Restaurant & Takeaway Awards (ARTA), the largest celebration…
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Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust, which runs King's Mill Hospital, Sutton; Mansfield Community Hospital; and Newark Hospital, has announced the shortlist for its staff Excellence Awards. The annual awards, which are…
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Around 50,000 Nottinghamshire households struggling to make ends meet due to the current rise in living costs are set to get extra support this winter. The third round of the…
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Foster carers are urgently needed in Nottinghamshire for a range of local children, in need of safe, secure, loving homes. Husband and wife Steve and Christine, of Carlton-in-Lindrick, are full-time…
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Thousands of people attended the third Newark Dragon Boat Festival, raising thousands of pounds for two charities based in the town — Beaumond House Hopsice Care and The Children’s Bereavement…
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Newark’s Cultural Consortium is bringing more than 40 free activities and events to Newark on Friday 30 September and Saturday 1 October! Titled ‘Newark’s Fun Palace,’ the packed programme is…
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The quickest-ever broadband for businesses is coming to Newark, courtesy of local communications provider Bluecube and ITS Technology Group. Shortly after bringing 10Gbps broadband to Lincoln, the companies are rolling…
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Following its huge success last term, the National Civil War Centre has announced the return of Mini Museum and this time it’s free. Families with children under-five are invited to…
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The Lord Lieutenant of Nottinghamshire, Sir John Peace, went to the Castle House headquarters of Newark and Sherwood District Council on Friday. Also in attendance was the Nottinghamshire High Sheriff,…
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A councillor is urging people to talk to their friends, family, and colleagues, as he opens up about his own struggles with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicidal thoughts.…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council hosted a celebration recognising the hard work of all those involved in maintaining local parks that were recently, once again, awarded Green Flag Awards. The…
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Work is complete on the refurbishment of the artificial turf hockey pitch at Magnus Church of England Academy, which will secure Newark Hockey Club’s long-term future at the site —…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council has said that its offices will be closed on Monday, 19th September, which has been declared a bank holiday to allow people to reflect on…
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The YMCA Community and Activity Village in Newark has opened its flagship café, offering seasonal, local produce with a menu crafted by head chef David Ross, a local resident who…
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The Newark and Sherwood District Proclamation took place at Castle House in Newark. This follows the national Proclamation from St James’ Palace, which took place on Saturday, and the Nottinghamshire…
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A proclamation of the accession of His Majesty King Charles III will take place at County Hall in West Bridgford at 1pm on Sunday (11 September). Sir John Peace, the…
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Floral tributes were laid at County Hall, Nottingham, on Friday in memory of Her Majesty the Queen after the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday. Sir John Peace, Lord…
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Thousands of visitor attractions, local businesses and suppliers in Nottinghamshire are being urged to have their say on the future of the county's visitor economy. An online consultation led by…
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The chairman of Newark and Sherwood District Council, Coun Sue Saddington, has offered her condolences to the royal family after the death of Queen Elizabeth II was announced today. Coun…
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Newark’s Fun Palace is back for a second year with a packed programme of events, activities and workshops, all for free. From balloon modelling to belly dancing, cocktail making to…
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A newly-opened Kutchenhaus retailer in Newark has experienced early triumphs, with strong sales and a pipeline of enquiries in its first months of business. Now, the team of two share…
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Building on the success of last year’s Go Green for September campaign, Nottinghamshire County Council and its waste and recycling partner, Veolia, is again trying to improve recycling habits across…
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Local young performers will once again have the chance to shine on stage as the Palace Theatre Newark brings back its junior panto auditions this September. On Sunday 11th, dancers…
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Heritage Open Days is back in September with a range of free events taking place throughout Newark and Sherwood from Friday 9 to Sunday 18, September. Bringing people together to…
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Nottinghamshire County Council – working in partnership with local bus operators – will provide financial support to 19 key bus services across Nottinghamshire that would otherwise be at risk. Funding…
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A chance to see lost views of Newark is coming to the National Civil War Centre – Newark Museum as it unveils 10 artworks from its reserve collection. The free…
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Students at Magnus C of E Academy in Newark have been celebrating their GCSE results in a year in which the academy’s results have exceeded expectations. Executive principal Anna Martin…
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Newark Academy has congratulated its Year 11 students on their GCSE results and their hard work in the run-up to the exams. After beginning their Key Stage 4 education in…
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The Suthers School celebrated this morning as its original cohort of founding students collected their GCSE results, five years after the school first opened its doors. Established by Nova Education…
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After two successful weeks, Newark on Sea ended on Sunday when the beach, located in the Market Place, closed. As well as sand to play in, the beach offered deck…
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Some of the county’s talented young artists are set to take to the stage for the first-ever Nottinghamshire Day festival on Saturday, 27th August, from 11am-8pm. Continuing the celebrations for…
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Transformative work on the Buttermarket in Newark town centre is nearing completion as part of Newark and Sherwood District Council’s commitment to transform the building into a space suitable for…
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People in Nottinghamshire seeking jobs that make a difference to the lives of young people can now apply for one of the new roles created by the YMCA in Newark.…
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Twelve athletes from Nottinghamshire have been selected to compete at the 2022 School Games National Finals, the UK’s biggest multi-sport event for talented young athletes across the UK. Competing at Loughborough University…
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There was great excitement at Magnus C of E Academy as students attended to collect their A-Level results. Statistics show the academy achieved a 96% pass rate, A*-E, 49% A*-B…
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The multi-academy Nova Education Trust has paid tribute to its post-16 students across all its sixth forms on their exam achievements on A-Level results say. After beginning their further education…
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With the Tour of Britain set to return to Nottinghamshire next month, ideas are being sought for how to make Newark and Sherwood district stand out. The prestigious race returns…
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A physiotherapy clinic is continuing to grow its services after taking part in a series of business support programmes offered by Newark and Sherwood District Council. Physiocare Rehab Ltd was…
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A local organisation that provides mental health support has seen an increase in people coming to its service who are struggling with anxiety due to the rising cost of living…
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Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust has been shortlisted for a prestigious award for encouraging staff to speak up to improve services for patients. The ‘Growing Our Freedom to Speak Up Culture…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council will host its second Economic Growth Conference on 14 October at Southwell Racecourse. Through keynote addresses and workshops, businesses will be provided with an insight…
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The Newark Town Centre Races proved a hit with visitors as people packed the streets of Newark for an evening of fast-paced entertainment. Newark and Sherwood District Council worked alongside…
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Budding castle builders need their buckets and spades at the ready as 'Newark-on-Sea' hosts its first free sandcastle competition in Newark Town Centre. The competition is one of many activities…
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Sherwood Forest Hospitals has achieved an award in recognition of its support towards the Armed Forces community. The trust, which operates Mansfield Community Hospital, Newark Hospital, and King's Mill Hospital,…
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Members of the public who have received treatment at Sherwood Forest Hospitals over the past year are being invited to nominate staff for special recognition, as part of the trust’s…
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Long Bennington FC have joined the football pyramid - and got off to the perfect start. They launched their Central Midlands League Division One East campaign with a 6-2 win…
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Communities in Nottinghamshire are being urged to embrace the Tour of Britain when it returns to the county in September – by taking part in our best dressed town or…
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Swathes of bright sunflowers, the national flower of Ukraine, are set to show local support for the country this month. The Friendship Sunflowers project has been launched by Newark and…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council has submitted plans to government to secure nearly £20m funding for Ollerton and Clipstone. If successful the council would develop the disused site at Clipstone…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council and Active4Today held a Homes for Ukraine recruitment fair for Ukrainian people in the district who are looking for employment while living in the UK.…
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Childcare providers and early years settings in Nottinghamshire have received a special thank you from Nottinghamshire County Council. The celebration evening at the John Fretwell Sporting Complex, Sookholme, was a…
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Local families will be able to enjoy a national attraction for free this summer alongside a range of fun activities for all ages. The National Civil War Centre in Newark…
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Tour of Britain organisers have revealed the Nottinghamshire towns and villages that will host the exciting sprints and King of the Mountains competitions during this year’s race – as well…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is again celebrating Green Flag awards for Newark Castle Gardens; Sconce and Devon Park, Newark; Vicar Water Country Park, Clipstone; and Sherwood Heath Cockglode and…
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Two more Brompton bike docking stations have been installed in Newark. Docking stations at Newark Bus Station and in the heart of the Middlebeck development will each hold eight Brompton…
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Magnus C of E Academy held its annual prizegiving event to recognise students’ achievements over the past year at the Newark school. Various awards were given in line with the…
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A market specifically for young and ambitious entrepreneurs to experience market trading and showcase their abilities for free is returning to the district. Newark and Sherwood District Council has again…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council has received the Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award for outstanding support towards the Armed Forces community. Representing the highest badge of honour, Employer Recognition Scheme…
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Nottinghamshire residents are being urged to create eye-catching land art along the route of the Tour of Britain when it passes through the county in September. The tradition of creating…
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YMCA Community & Activity Village in Newark hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of the Village and to thank local businesses, partners, colleagues, and suppliers who have…
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The countdown is under way to Newark Dragon Boat Festival. Based on a Chinese tradition dating back more than 2,000 years, dragon boat racing has become one of the fastest-growing…
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The Palace Theatre in Newark has awarded its first Our Past Your Future grant. The fund was set up for the theatre’s centenary in 2020 to honour its 100-year history,…
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Residents are being urged to put their best foot forward and unite against dementia at Alzheimer’s Society’s Clumber Park Memory Walk. Hundreds of fundraisers will don their walking boots at…
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The Town Mayor of Newark, Laurence Goff, visited Magnus Church of England Academy to visit its archives. Archivist Roger Peacock said: “Coun Goff has a special interest in and knowledge…
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A feast of fascinating objects from throughout history, some as many as 3,000 years old and more, have gone on display this month at the National Civil War Centre. The…
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Newark Market Place will be transformed into a free urban beach, from 6th to 21st August. The large beach area will include deck chairs, buckets and spades, beach huts, a…
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The new chief nurse at Sherwood Forest Hospitals has declared the organisation permanently open for recruitment. Phil Bolton, who rejoined the trust that operates King’s Mill Hospital, Sutton; Mansfield Community…
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A Year 8 pupil from a secondary school in Newark has won a special competition as part of the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation. Scarlett Twiner attends The Suthers School in…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council has secured three new tenants at the new Beaumond Cross development in Newark Town Centre — Kutchenhaus Newark, a premium coffee shop operator, and Beaumond…
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Some of Britain’s top cyclists will be taking to the streets of Newark in a month’s time as they compete in the final of the British Cycling National Circuit Series.…
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Work is starting to carry out important conservation work to Newark Castle. A condition survey was carried out earlier this year, identifying necessary repairs to both the internal and external…
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The world-famous Tour of Britain cycle race comes to Nottinghamshire in September - and to celebrate its return to Robin Hood country Nottinghamshire County Council is are running a series…
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RSPCA Radcliffe Animal Centre is appealing for pet food donations as the food bank scheme comes under increasing demand due to cost-of-living pressures. The animal centre donates pet food to…
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Children at St Peter’s Cross Keys C of E Academy in Farndon have been learning to play the Dutch game of Korfball with the help of visiting coach Mark Waters.…
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Communities are being urged to get involved in this year’s Tour of Britain as it returns to Nottinghamshire. The 190-kilometre (around 118 miles) fifth stage of the showpiece event takes…
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NHS Blood and Transplant is urgently appealing for people to make an appointment to donate at Nottingham Donor Centre because stock levels have dropped. Stocks have been affected by staff…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is teaming up with partners to tackle a variety of issues during an upcoming day of action in Bilsthorpe. The event, which will take place…
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A German-based kitchen manufacturer bringing high standard kitchen fittings with the latest technology is arriving in Newark as it moves into one of the units at the new Beaumond Cross…
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A FORMER Victorian wool warehouse is set to become new apartments following a multi-million pound commercial property deal advised on by local law firm Nelsons. The Newark building started life…
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The opening of the new B&M store on Northgate Retail Park, Newark, was carried out by local charity Homestart. The relocated store is much larger than the previous with more…
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Phil Kelly, founder and owner of Newark-based Pro-Noctis Human Performance, has been named Best Human Performance Training Business Owner in the UK. The recognition comes from the SME News’ Managing…
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A United Nations’ agency has highlighted Nottinghamshire County Council’s help for new parents and their babies. The council’s children’s centre service received the Gold Award as part of UNICEF’s Baby…
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To celebrate the 70th anniversary of The Queen’s reign, David Wilson Homes and Barratt Homes – both subsidiaries of Barratt Group – have planted more than 1,500 trees in communities…
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Work has begun on the refurbishment of the artificial turf hockey pitch at Magnus Church of England Academy, which will secure Newark Hockey Club’s long-term future at the site, its…
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People in Newark and Sherwood have been invited to time travel back 70 years this month at a fun musical event. The 1950s District-Wide Sing-Along will be taking place at…
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Team members at The Admiral Rodney, Southwell are taking on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge on Friday, 24th June to raise money for Motor Neurone Disease Association. The challenge will involve…
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NEWARK has a vibrant football scene at both youth and senior level — and now Newark and Sherwood District Council, in partnership with YMCA Newark and Sherwood, is making a…
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Students at Magnus C of E Academy celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with a tea party for this term’s Academy Stars — and at lunchtime, Magnus cadets paraded and year…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council held a Homes for Ukraine Information Evening for sponsors and guests in the area who have registered with the government’s resettlement scheme. The event at…
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Nottinghamshire Police has welcomed 19 new police officers at a special ceremony as it continues to increase officer numbers. The group passed out at a ceremony at the force's headquarters, …
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Magnus Church of England Academy has announced a partnership with The International Air & Space Training Institute (IASTI®). From September, students can choose to take a two-year course covering pilot,…
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Open Studios Notts is holding a Festival Fortnight, from 11-26 June, when artists across the county will welcome visitors into their studios, homes, and gardens to share their work and…
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Athletes from Sutton and Newark are among 75 across Nottinghamshire to share £50,000 from The Talented Athletes Fund as part of the council’s Local Communities Fund. This year the fund…
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A chalice that once touched the lips of King Charles I has gone on display at the National Civil War Centre in Newark. Loaned by St Mary Magdalene Church, the…
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It’s Volunteer Week from 1st-7th June and Beaumond House Hospice, Newark, is highlighting and celebrating the important work of its helpers. The hospice said: "They’re a crucial part of our…
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Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust will be celebrating the difference volunteers make to the organisation and thanking them for their dedication during this year’s Volunteers’ Week, which runs from 1-7 June.…
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A survey to collate the opinions and comments of local residents has been launched by Newark and Sherwood District Council to help it shape future service. The council is responsible…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council formally elected a new chairman and vice-chairman during its annual meeting. The meeting began with nominations for the new chairman, which included a speech from…
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Recruitment specialist Ambitions Personnel, which has offices in Mansfield and Newark, is celebrating its 30th year of business with 30 acts of kindness. Initially planned for 2020, coronavirus restrictions put…
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Nottinghamshire County Council has confirmed that it plans to again offer free school meals to thousands of eligible schoolchildren during the next half-term in May and June. The decision has…
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In June this year, Her Majesty The Queen will become the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee after 70 years of service. Celebrations and events will be taking…
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A workshop is being held for businesses based in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire to learn more about the logistics sector and how they can benefit from the latest trends, research and…
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Tallents Solicitors, which has offices in Mansfield, Southwell and Newark, has promoted Alistair Millar to senior partner following the retirement of Mark Hawkins. Since qualifying as a solicitor in 1996…
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The drawbridge has opened another few notches for Newark Castle’s Gatehouse development. The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded a grant of £196,719, enabling plans for the visitor attraction and…
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A caring Nottinghamshire woman has spoken about the ‘amazing’ life-changing experience of giving children a settled and loving home as a foster carer. Amy, who has been a foster carer…
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The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) will be bringing War Graves Week to Newark and offering free tours at Newark Cemetery on Saturday, 28th May. War Graves Week is an…
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Feedback gathered from 62 businesses who attended the Global Innovation and Nimble Thinking event, hosted by Newark and Sherwood District Council, indicates it was a huge success. A total of…
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To mark 40 years since the end of the Falklands War, Newark and Sherwood District Council will be holding a special anniversary event to honour those who fought in the…
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British families hosting Ukrainian refugees fleeing the war, and refugees who have already resettled, were both invited to an evening meal to socialise and meet each other face to face.…
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Magnus Church of England Academy archivist and former pupil Roger Peacock (pictured), has completed a move of the Magnus C of E Academy’s archive to a new location within the…
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Four heroes are aiming to swim the English Channel for the first time to raise funds for Dementia UK. With a combined age of 226, the team may set a…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is again joining the No Mow May initiative and letting the grass grow in certain areas of local green spaces and country parks. First launched…
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One lucky passenger will sip champagne and tuck into a slap-up dinner while sitting in in what was once the Queen Mother’s favourite seat when one of the world’s most…
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Magnus Church of England Academy student Noah Potter is preparing for the next stage of his education after being awarded a fully-funded degree at Colgate University in New York State.…
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The first of four Brompton bike docking stations has been installed at Castle Station in Newark, signalling the beginning of an enhanced cycling offer in the town. Once fully operational,…
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The National Civil War Centre has celebrated its busiest year yet for school visits. Since summer 2021, the centre’s Learning Team has welcomed 3,131 students, helping them to better understand…
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The grounds of Newark Castle will again be filled with entertainment this summer as Palace at the Castle returns. After a successful debut season last year, the Palace Theatre team…
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Some of Britain’s top cyclists visited Newark Market Place to promote the Newark Town Centre Race which is planned to take place this summer. British cyclist Ed Clancy, three-time Olympic…
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Specialist car group Motorfinity has been awarded ‘Best Newcomer’ at the annual Novuna Vehicle Solutions Associates Conference. Newark-based Motorfinity specialises in providing the UK’s critical workers with discounts on a…
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Infant and junior pupils are being given the opportunity to have a royal feature in their school gardens and can register now to take part in the Forest Garden Platinum…
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Male employees of local businesses in Newark are taking part in training to better understand their role in identifying and challenging harassment or violence against women. The Stand by Her…
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The Dukeries Community Band, which meets every Tuesday in the Concert Hall of the Dukeries Academy, Ollerton, is looking for a drummer/kit player to help at local concerts between May…
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Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as the best NHS acute hospital trust in the whole of the East and West Midlands to work at for the…
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Visitors to Newark Castle will be able to travel 800 years back in time on Saturday 23rd April as this local landmark plays host to a medieval fun day for all…
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Beaumond House Hospice has announced its first solo fundraising event since the start of the Covid pandemic. The Starlight Stride is a 10k walk through Newark on 25th June for…
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A special photographic competition which celebrates Nottinghamshire and all it has to offer has been launched to help mark a Jubilee year of landmark events in the county – including…
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Specialist car group Motorfinity has moved to new state-of-the-art headquarters in Newark, following a period of significant team growth. The company, which specialises in providing discounted vehicles to frontline workers,…
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The environmental services team at Newark and Sherwood District Council spent a day working around known problem areas in the town in an effort to clean up our community. The…
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A volunteer network of litter-pickers is being championed by Newark and Sherwood District Council. The authority hopes to buy 400 litter pickers, hoops, bags and high-vis vests, which will be…
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Frontline clinicians at East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) can now refer patients directly to Nottinghamshire Hospice for intervention at night to prevent emergency admission to hospital. Crews attending end of…
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Government funding worth £1.7m means that businesses in Mansfield, Bassetlaw and Newark and Sherwood can take advantage of free bespoke advice from Nottinghamshire Trading Standards to aid their recovery and…
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The prestigious Tour of Britain cycle race, featuring some of the sports top riders, is returning to Newark and Sherwood again. This year’s race returns to Nottinghamshire on Thursday, 8th…
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Local good causes registered with Newark and Sherwood Community Lottery have a chance to win £500 as part of the Newark and Sherwood Community Lottery raffle! The raffle draw, launched by Newark…
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Bakkavor, a manufacturer of fresh prepared food (FPF), is looking to hire 1, 801 individuals to work within its UK sites - with 202 positions available at its Newark site.…
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A Farnsfield man living with Parkinson’s is encouraging the local community to join in with a sponsored walk in support of Parkinson’s UK. John Butler, 69, is planning the 8.3-mile…
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A £3m package to fund the expansion of three Nottinghamshire schools, including one in Newark, for the benefit of pupils with specialist educationalist needs has been approved by the county…
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A beacon for arts and culture in Newark, the Palace Theatre has entertained audiences from across the district for over 100 years. Now, as a thank you to the community…
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Nottinghamshire County Council has confirmed that it intends to enable thousands of Nottinghamshire schoolchildren to benefit from free school meals during the Easter break. It has been calculated that more…
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Eight Newark youngsters enjoyed an exclusive preview of a new Robin Hood experience, part of a world-first, county council-led research project. It was all thanks to Sam Davies, 11, who…
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A secondary school in Newark is celebrating the outstanding success of its first large-scale musical. Pupils from The Suthers School in Fernwood — part of the Nova Education Trust —…
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A Southwell teenager’s driving skills saw her beat more than 800 entrants from around the world to reach the final 11 of the international Formula Woman competition. Alicia Barrett, 18,…
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The star of the Palace Theatre’s 2021 Dick Whittington pantomime has been nominated at the national Pantomime Awards. Katherine Glover played the title role in last year’s festive spectacular, wowing…
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Barratt Homes site manager Liam Pettet, 32, has won a top national award for the quality of homes being built at a new housing development in Newark. The National House…
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Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy children joined local dignitaries, including Mark Spencer MP and Bilsthorpe Parish Council chairman Coun Ross Stoneman, to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and plant a tree…
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A fundraising project to upgrade — or even rebuild — St Andrew’s Mission Hall, Blidworth, is under way. It aims to raise funds to at least improve the hall’s insulation,…
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Young performing arts students from Stagecoach Southwell, alongside six other schools from across the country, will put on a show-stopping performance of Proud Mary, Thank You For The Music and…
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Activities to help make Southwell a Cleaner, Safer and Greener place have been planned for the spring. On Wednesday, 30 March, Newark and Sherwood District Council will be joining forces…
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Hundreds of walkers shined a light on dementia after dark as they joined an event for the first time in Nottingham. Fundraisers put their best foot forward at Nottingham’s Racecourse …
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Sherwood Forest Hospitals marked United Nation’s International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination today (Monday 21 March) by unveiling a special piece of artwork at King’s Mill Hospital, Sutton.…
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A plum tree has been planted in the ancient orchard at Sconce and Devon Park, Newark, as part of a unique national tree planting initiative created to mark the Queen’s…
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The East Midlands’ only children’s hospice is asking people in Nottinghamshire to give a gift sweeter than chocolate this Easter. Only one in 10 of those cared for at Rainbows…
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Charities, community organisations and projects that provide a lifeline to vulnerable people in Mansfield, Ashfield, and Newark and Sherwood are to share more than £600,000 to help with their invaluable…
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A new free event for businesses to learn about procurement and encouraging them to think globally will take place on Thursday, 14 April at the Everyday Champions Centre, Newark. In…
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An afternoon of free events is being held for residents at Howes Court Community Centre, Newark, on Friday, 18 March to experience and improve their community. The afternoon will consist…
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Musical Whispers, a community project that aims to help local people create a soundtrack celebrating Newark’s history, heritage and buildings, has been travelling around local community groups for the past…
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Businesses in areas earmarked by Government for UK Community Renewal Fund (UKCRF) support are being invited to learn more about how they can get involved. In the East Midlands, the…
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A graduate of Newark College’s esteemed School of Musical Instrument Crafts has taken to the small screen to feature in a prime-time BBC One programme. Becky Houghton, who graduated from BA (Hons) Musical…
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A Newark dog and her owner claimed a double success at the world famous Crufts show. Elsa, a five-year-old Border Collie, and her owner, Nicci Hindson, won the Heelwork to…
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A police officer is living her teenage dream of being a bobby on the beat — despite it briefly looking like she’d be doing something ‘completely different’. Pc Lydia Day…
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Paul Robinson has been appointed chief executive of Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation, which operates King's Mill Hospital, Sutton; Newark Hospital and Mansfield Community Hospital. Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation…
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Primary schools across Nottinghamshire are being asked to take part in a new competition to support local wildlife by designing an animal house – with two fantastic prizes on offer…
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Children donned their pyjamas and took the plunge during Puddle Ducks Pyjama Week, including at South Forest Leisure Complex, Edwinstowe, and in Little Carlton, Newark. The event, run by Puddle…
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Bakkavor Desserts has been celebrating the long service of 75 members of staff at its Newark site - marking 10, 20 and 25-years of service. During the staff celebration events,…
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A new programme to improve pupil attainment in reading through support from their peers is being trialled in the East Midlands by researchers at Nottingham Trent University. Peer Assisted Learning…
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Nottinghamshire Freemasons, together with The United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE), has awarded more than £4.7m through four Covid-19 relief programmes, focusing on community support, food support, domestic abuse, homelessness…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council handed over the reins of ownership at Fernwood Village hall to Fernwood Parish Council during a small ceremony. Fernwood Parish Council was granted a 40-year…
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Residents are being invited to have their say on a review of local Conservation Areas in Newark and Southwell. Newark and Sherwood District Council is undertaking reviews to ensure the…
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A charity that provides services for people with learning disabilities in Nottinghamshire is appealing for fundraising support. Reach Learning Disability needs to raise at least £300,000 to continue its work…
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Funding has been approved to secure the future of one of Newark Castle. New and Sherwood District Council Policy and Finance Committee has voted to allocate £570,000 for repairs to…
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An initiative that works with young people to regenerate community spaces and give them a chance to learn new skills is appealing for them to take part in a project…
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There is a chance to meet women from history as they take to the streets of Newark for International Women’s Day on Saturday, 5th March. Famous female trailblazers and game…
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The National Civil War Centre has issued a ‘purl to arms’ for crafty cavaliers. They’re looking for adult volunteers to help with the culmination of a two-year project at their…
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Planning permission to preserve, enhance and redevelop the former Marks & Spencer site, has been granted by Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Planning Committee. The redevelopment at 32 Stodman Street…
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Bakkavor Desserts in Newark has named Newark Salivation Army as its partner charity for 2022 — after raising £4,500 for the Emmaus Trust in Newark over the last year. Each…
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A recycling pledge campaign has raised £1,000 for charity. Veolia, which helps Nottinghamshire councils to manage household waste, said it was delighted that its Reduce, Reuse, Recycle initiative had again…
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Edingley Lodge care home was filled with flowers, cards and sweets in celebration of St Valentine’s Day. Staff and residents celebrated the day of love by creating heart-shaped decorations to…
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Residents in Ollerton have a new facility to use to ask questions about their residency or tenancy for Newark and Sherwood District Council. The newly-refurbished advice centre on Sycamore Road,…
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Beaumond House Hospice Care, Newark, have been delighted with the response to its corporate heart campaign, where local businesses have bought a blue heart to support the hospice’s work. The…
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A new green behaviour scheme to encourage residents to make more sustainable choices and win rewards for doing so will be launched this week by Newark and Sherwood District Council.…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is celebrating the great work and dedication of its apprentices during this week’s National Apprenticeship Week 2022. National Apprenticeship Week is an opportunity to celebrate…
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Sherwood Forest Rotary members are among community groups making and displaying hearts for the Love Edwinstowe and Sherwood Forest Project in Edwinstowe. The trail, initiated by RSPB Sherwood Forest, runs…
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Thousands of schoolchildren in Nottinghamshire will once again benefit from free school meals during the forthcoming February half-term. More than 25,000 eligible youngsters across the county will receive 125,000 meal…
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A children’s hospice is encouraging people in Nottinghamshire to sign up to a fun challenge to keep burning those unwanted winter calories. Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People, which…
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Work done by neighbourhood policing was highlighted during a national week of action. Newark and Sherwood District Council joined the neighbourhoods policing teams in the Newark area to focus on…
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The incredible achievements of young people are set to be celebrated in a special awards ceremony. Teachers, carers, youth workers, parents and other adults are being asked to nominate any…
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For the first time last year, Beaumond House Community Hospice, Newark, ran a spring raffle with a cash prize, which raised more than £10,000. Now the fundraiser is returning with…
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Edingley Lodge care home prepared a traditional Burns Night Supper to the tune of bagpipes. Staff and residents at the Edingley home learned Scottish country dancing and a ceilidh to…
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A community hub offering more access to policing services and face-to-face meetings is proving itself to be a successful service for residents. Around 400 visitors have walked through the Chatham…
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Nottinghamshire County Council has unveiled a new page on its website that supports the Armed Forces Community. The Armed Forces Hub, in accordance with the Armed Forces Community Covenant, provides…
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Age UK Nottingham & Nottinghamshire has launched a new scams prevention and support programme for older people in Nottinghamshire. The programme, funded by Lloyds Banking Group, will help to prevent…
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The UK’s first forest-protecting robot dog that has been working in Sherwood Forest now has a name — thanks to an 11-year-old schoolboy. Sam Davies came up with the winning…
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Inspire's regular series of live jazz performances in Nottinghamshire libraries is back for the new year. For almost a decade, Jazz Steps Live at the Libraries has been bringing music…
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A teenager has reached the final 50 of Formula Woman — a worldwide competition to find future female motor racing champions. Alicia Barrett has always dreamed of being a professional…
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Victims of vehicle crime in areas of Newark are set to benefit from free state-of-the-art security devices as part of a major project to increase safety across the town. Up…
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The National Civil War Centre, Newark, has become a beacon for family fun with a series of events aimed at encouraging people of every age to play and explore. Younger…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council has made another leap forward towards realising ambitious plans to develop Newark Castle into an exciting visitor attraction. An application for planning permission has been…
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A series of funding opportunities provided by Newark and Sherwood District Council to enable independent high street retailers and the hospitality trade to introduce or expand their online and digital…
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A second community drop-in event for residents to have their say on safety in their neighbourhood will take place at Cleveland Square Community Centre on Wednesday, 26 January. Residents of…
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