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Blidworth On The Move, a community transport scheme set up to help villagers get to medical appointments during the coronavirus pandemic, has a new contact telephone number. Anyone wanting to…
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With the UK’s current lockdown having sparked a huge spike in gardening as an increasing number of people use the extra downtime to rejuvenate their green spaces, the National Inspection…
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Sherwood Forest and Rufford Abbey country parks have received the 'We’re Good To Go' industry standard mark from VisitEngland. Although the parks have remained open during the coronavirus crisis, the…
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The Amazon Breast Cancer Support Group says it was delighted to receive a donation of £403.78 from staff at the Mansfield branch of NatWest Bank. The money was raised through…
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Whilst house buyers may currently be cautious, all indications show that with lenders offering more and more products and interest rates so low, the popularity of new build homes continues…
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As almost half of all UK workers have now spent 100 days working from home, a research association warns that businesses must take the health impact of remote working seriously.…
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New data from Patient Experience Platform (PEP) has shown that NHS patient satisfaction has hit 86% in the Midlands, a year-on-year increase of 12.8%. Patient satisfaction is a key part…
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Newark has been chosen as a town to further promote cycling as an affordable recreational activity and a ‘green’ method of transport. It could be hosting a cycle-hire scheme using…
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Six doctors have been recognised for their compassionate and outstanding care at Sherwood Forest Hospitals’ first ever Doctors’ Awards. The ceremony at the trust, which runs Mansfield Community Hospital, Newark…
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A Farndon cricket refused to be stumped by the coronavirus lockdown and instead raised more than £2,600 for his village cricket club and Newark-based mental health and wellbeing charity Shaw…
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A Newark man has smashed his target to raise money for the town's Beaumond House Community Hospice through a gruelling challenge. Personal trainer Ben Walker completed an Army-style 10-mile walk…
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A man who lost both his legs helped raise money for a new electric scoreboard at Southwell Cricket Club that has just been installed. Andy Ashworth, who has seen three…
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Recovery charities across Nottinghamshire including Mansfield-based NIDAS (Nottinghamshire Independent Domestic Abuse Services) - are to share more than £584,000 as part of an emergency fund to support victims of violence…
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Nottinghamshire County Council has confirmed that wedding ceremonies and civil partnerships in registry offices or council-approved premises can recommence from Saturday, 4th July, following updated Government guidelines. New rules mean…
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The Palace Theatre, Newark, turns 100 this week and while it’s not the celebration they expected, they’re not going to let the centenary pass without acknowledgement. A gala weekend had…
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Nicky Silver, of Nicky Silver HR Services, which provides bespoke employment and HR support for SMEs Mansfield, Newark and surrounding areas, has put together HR guidance for companies as they…
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Plans have been published that outline how future outbreaks of COVID-19 will be managed in Nottinghamshire. The Government announced in May that top tier local authorities - like Nottinghamshire County…
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A service set up to help people with concerns over alcohol misuse during the coronavirus crisis has adapted its services. Commissioned by Nottinghamshire County Council’s public health department, Change Grow…
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Newark Book Festival, the annual literature festival that attracts more than 5,000 visitors each year to Newark, is set to return for a fourth year in a row with a…
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A new survey launched this week wants to discover the impact of Covid-19 on people across the country - including the Midlands and Mansfield and Ashfield. The IQVIA COVID-19 Active…
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Work to restore the iconic Grade II* listed Ornamental Bridge at Clumber Park has been completed. The bridge has been lovingly rebuilt using sections of the original stonework, recovered from…
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People across Nottinghamshire are being urged to shop to save lives, as Cancer Research UK stores reopen after three months of closures. The majority of the charity’s 13 shops in…
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Many people have re-discovered their love of walking in the great outdoors in recent months – and now a charity is asking them to join he Diabetes UK One Million…
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Although lockdown is finally beginning to ease, everyone is still grappling with the continuing challenges of Covid-19 - and many of us could use some additional practical help or emotional…
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Nightflix Drive-In Festival, the UK’s first-announced UK live music Drive-In, has revealed a revised schedule for its summer line-up of shows at Newark Showground as well as the inclusion of…
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Nottinghamshire County Council's Libraries and Archive services, managed on its behalf by Inspire, are resuming services in line with Government guidance from 6th July. The county's Libraries and Archives closed…
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The founders of Furlonteer, a community initiative connecting individuals on furlough with remote volunteer opportunities, has launched Studenteer, a new learning initiative to help students and graduates develop their professional…
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Retford bus station became the latest in Nottinghamshire to open this week, joining Newark and Worksop in welcoming passengers back inside. Mansfield bus station has remained open throughout the coronavirus…
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Sherwood Forest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is asking the opinion of people across Mansfield, Ashfield and Warsop on how their data is shared and used. The trust, which runs Newark…
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With temperatures expected to rise above 30C this week, St John Ambulance is sharing some simple, but life saving first aid tips to help keep communities safe in the sun.…
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Newark Business Club members have been invited to take part in a new digital community conference, which will be hosted by the club's Kerri McGarrigle. The Lincs Community Conference is…
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Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young people, which cares for those with life-limiting illnesses from Nottinghamshire, has launched a fundraising appeal as it faces losses of up to £1m because…
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Nightflix Drive-in Cinema, a unique live music festival and cinema experience, is coming to Newark Showground this summer. It will allow people to beat the coronavirus lockdown and allow them…
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New data from Patient Experience Platform (PEP) has shown that NHS patient satisfaction has hit 86% in the Midlands, a year-on-year increase of 12.8%. The findings come at a time…
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Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust has issued an open call to all artists - amateur and professional, local or international - to create original, nature-inspired artworks for a Postcard Show to be…
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Nottinghamshire residents who work at one of the region’s many furniture and furnishing businesses are being encouraged to contact industry charity The Furniture Makers’ Company for help if they have…
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Newark Business Club's first online meeting was a record-breaker with more than 100 members tuning in. The meeting was opened by chairman Kerri McGarrigle, who welcomed members via Zoom and…
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Face coverings will be made compulsory on public transport in England from Monday (15 June) to help reduce the spread of coronavirus as more people return to work. As Covid-19…
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Hula hooping, juggling and skipping are part of a ‘lockdown’ challenge set by youth workers in Nottinghamshire. The 4Uth Activity Challenge has seen youth workers delivering 150 activity packs to…
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As many people across the county start to return to work, vulnerable friends, relatives and neighbours could find themselves with limited or no support. But Nottinghamshire County Council said it…
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Shoppers have received a safe welcome as non-essential retailers across the district reopen their doors. Additional safety measures, including one-way systems, additional signage and steward support in town centres, are…
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Residents in Newark and Sherwood are being encouraged to take advantage of free parking to support the reopening of town centres. Currently Newark and Sherwood District Council is offering unlimited…
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With many children still spending more time at home and the summer holidays looming, an entrepreneurial music teacher has launched a new online song writing programme to inspire budding young…
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Historic England has launched a second emergency fund to support the heritage sector's recovery from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. The fund, which will be up to £3 million,…
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The D2N2 Growth Hub is offering grants to eligible businesses via its Business Investment Fund. The fund is available to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with projects that will…
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As the coronavirus lockdown eases across the UK, consumers have many questions around travel, holiday, online shopping and spectator activities that have been put on hold or postponed until the…
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Business group D2N2 Growth Hub is seeking feedback from businesses on the impact of the Covid-19 coronavirus crisis. It is asking companies to complete its Covid-19 survey here .
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More than 81 people who beat COVID-19 have now donated their plasma in Nottingham The Nottingham blood donor centre in Trinity Square has now taken more than 81 convalescent donations…
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A free new service to help people to get active, lose weight, reduce alcohol intake and quit smoking is now offering support online and via the phone for Nottinghamshire residents.…
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Families across Mansfield, Ashfield and Newark and Sherwood are among those receiving Feel Good boxes to help give them extra support during the Coronavirus lockdown. Active Notts, whose aim is…
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Temporary changes to allow concessionary bus pass holders in Nottinghamshire to travel free of charge before 9.30am will come to an end on Monday, 15th June. From this date holders…
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Nottinghamshire's Police and Crime Commissioner, Paddy Tipping, has appointed a Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner to support him in key areas of the role. The new Deputy PCC, Emma Foody,…
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Victims and survivors of sexual violence across Nottinghamshire will receive extra support thanks to a cash boost to expand services across the county. Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner Paddy Tipping…
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A charity is calling on people to make a difference to the lives of people who need it the most in Nottinghamshire by buying a ticket in its summer raffle.…
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Young writers asked to imagine future of Newark for competition Budding young writers are being asked to imagine and design their perfect hometown, as part of a new competition. Children…
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Nottinghamshire County Council is supporting The Big Lunch, the UK’s annual thanksgiving for neighbours and communities, which takes place this weekend (6 -7 June) - and which this year has…
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It’s not just in the garden where being green is important today. But there is a lot that we can do in our own outdoor spaces to help create a…
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A summer reading and numeracy project that was forced out of parks by the coronavirus pandemic has become an online hit. Over 5,000 families have already logged on to a…
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Retailers across Newark and Sherwood are getting equipped for a Covid-secure reopening, as high streets around the country gear up to resume trading. Newark and Sherwood District Council said it…
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An image of a deserted Newark Market is one of nine images from across the East Midlands that have been added to the Historic England Archive as part of its…
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Businesses that were not eligible for government funding through previous Covid-19 related financial support packages, including the Small Business Grant Fund or the Retail, Leisure and Hospitality Fund, are being…
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Nottinghamshire County Council is asking businesses to join its tourism survey. A spokesman said: "It has been a very tough time for all of our businesses, especially those in the…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council and Newark and Sherwood CVS have thanked volunteers and community groups working across the district, particularly those helping others through the outbreak of coronavirus, during…
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As St John Ambulance celebrates Volunteers’ Week (June 1 to 7), Ann Cable, Chief Commissioner, St John Ambulance, said she wanted to thank everyone "who makes our amazing charity what…
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The British Heart Foundation (BHF) is encouraging the nation to ‘Beat the Boredom’ and get fundraising to support the charity’s vital work while at home this summer. For those of…
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Three in five people (59%) across the Midlands are planning to ‘shop local’ and support local stores such as butchers after the Covid-19 crisis and lockdown, research from Legal &…
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The website Company Debt has put together advice for businesses on what Government support is available to them. Click here to find out more information.
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Small businesses in the East Midlands can now apply for a grant of £5,000 as part of a new initiative. The new Small Business Grants programme is part of a…
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Creswell Crags is launching a writing workshop inspired by the ancient Ice Age attraction. Hannah Cooper-Smithson, who is working towards her PhD at Nottingham Trent University, has been the first…
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New research reveals that the East Midland’s residents’ wish to get back to the pub, dine out or have a trip away with the family could inject as much as…
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THE UK is approaching its 11th week in lockdown, but the month of May has seen the relaxing of some restrictions, including in the housing market. Estate agents have reopened…
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Six people in Eakring are celebrating today after winning £1,000 each thanks to their lucky postcode. The Triumph Road neighbours netted the windfall when NG22 0DR was announced as a…
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Nottinghamshire County Council has announced plans to form a dedicated committee to oversee the county’s recovery from the Coronavirus outbreak. In the first Full Council Meeting since the Lockdown, councillors…
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Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People has teamed up with Popgear to launch a limited edition T-shirt, with proceeds from sales supporting the work the charity do with children…
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RESIDENTS are being asked to ‘think big’ as a major consultation is launched to discover how Newark could benefit from a multi-million pound cash boost. A survey, which can be…
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Nottinghamshire County Council has put together suggestions for youngsters and their families to keep busy during the half-term holiday - coronavirus lockdown style. It said: "Staying in is the new…
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NOTTINGHAM-based online auction house John Pye Auctions has launched its biggest coronavirus charity auction, supported by celebrities, professional athletes, sports clubs and businesses. The auction – which is now live…
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Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust (SFH) - which operates Newark Hospital - is recruiting Covid-19 patients to participate in a ground-breaking new study of the coronavirus disease. The study is a…
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Online classroom, Oak National Academy, is launching a range of fun and educational activities for children to enjoy during half-term next week. Oak National Academy provides a collection of high-quality…
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People may not be able to hold picnics in the usual way just yet, but there is a next best thing – a virtual picnic! So says national charity Family…
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Eye health is more important than ever during the coronavirus lockdown. The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and Dr Louise Gow, specialist lead in eye health at RNIB,…
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VisitEngland has announced that this year’s English Tourism Week to highlight the economic importance and value of tourism to local economies across England is going virtual. English Tourism Week is…
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Asa a survey of NFU Mutual customers shows that nearly three quarters of people are feeling more isolated since the UK went into lockdown, the company said it’s a crucial…
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Nottinghamshire County Council's Libraries and Archive services, managed on its behalf by Inspire, is planning to resume services in line with Government guidance in July. The county's libraries and archives…
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Sherwood Forest Rotary Club has launched a Life In Lockdown photo competition for all young people in the Sherwood Forest area — Edwinstowe, Ollerton, Boughton and surrounding villages. It said…
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Taylor Wimpey East Midlands is to begin a phased approach to the reopening of its sales offices and show homes across the region from Friday, 22nd May. Taylor Wimpey was…
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The British Heart Foundation is continuing to offer people with heart and circulatory disease advice throughout the coronavirus pandemic. People with heart and circulatory diseases are at increased risk of…
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Whilst we are all staying at home as much as possible, it’s important to remember that doesn’t always mean staying inside. If you’re lucky enough to have your own green…
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The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) has launched a new online library offering people with sight loss in East Midlands instant access to thousands of free books in…
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UK Coaching has announced – in collaboration with its awarding organisation 1st4sport, and partners Mind, the mental health charity, and Sport England – that the nation’s coaches can access the…
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Age UK Nottingham & Nottinghamshire has secured a £1,000 donation from a local housebuilder to help support its services during the coronavirus pandemic. The charity received the funds from the…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council will resume its garden recycling collections on Monday, 1st June. The service was temporarily suspended so the vehicles could be used to maintain the vital…
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Nottinghamshire County Council has revealed that the car parks at its country parks and green spaces will reopen from Saturday, 16th May, following recent Government advice. Rufford Abbey Country Park,…
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With couples cooped up in lockdown due to the coronavirus, law firms across the country have reported an increase in enquiries from spouses who are wanting to split from their…
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Working with Independent Age, the older people’s charity, psychologist Corinne Sweet has shared her advice for talking about end of life plans and wishes, which is more important than ever…
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England’s Chief Inspector of Hospitals, on behalf of the Care Quality Commission (CQC), has improved the rating of King’s Mill Hospital, Sutton, to Outstanding from Good, with Sherwood Forest Hospitals…
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Weddings are no longer able to take place in the UK as a result of the coronavirus pandemic – and scientists are urging the government to continue restricting ceremonies well…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council has reached a new milestone in paying out support grants to businesses affected by the Covid19 pandemic with more than £24.3million distributed to 2,052 recipients.…
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Employees who are not able to work from home are now being encouraged to return to the workplace as part of the government’s phased plan to get the economy back…
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The clothing designer and judge of the BBC’s Great British Sewing Bee, Patrick Grant, has called on the nation’s sewing community to help people adapt to new Government guidance by…
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The clothing designer and judge of the BBC’s Great British Sewing Bee, Patrick Grant, has called on the nation’s sewing community to help people adapt to new Government guidance by…
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Nearly 4,000 households will have their council tax bills reduced by £150 under a hardship scheme created by Newark and Sherwood District Council with Government funds. As part of the…
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Patients, staff, volunteers and visitors are being asked to nominate nurses and midwives at Sherwood Forest Hospitals - which runs Mansfield Community Hospital, Sutton's King's Mill Hospital and Newark Hospital…
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The Coalfields Regeneration Trust, which is dedicated to supporting the 5.7 million people living in former mining communities throughout the UK, has opened a new Coalfields COVID-19 Recovery and Resilience…
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Nottinghamshire County Council is working on preparations to reopen six of its 12 Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) from Monday, 18th May - including the one at Newark. Beeston, Bilsthorpe,…
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A new nationwide bereavement support service has been launched by Marie Curie, the UK’s leading end of life charity. Many people are grieving in isolation, unable to use their usual…
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New digital measures will help keep vulnerable Nottinghamshire residents safe by allowing them to access the information and professionals they need from home. Nottinghamshire residents will soon be able access…
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An appeal is under way for volunteers to help set up a specialised charity transport service for residents of Blidworth and the surrounding area. Blidworth - On The Move, a…
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Families across England will get the chance to learn British Sign Language in the comfort of their own homes with free online classes launched from Friday. The series of classes…
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The leader of Nottinghamshire County Council, Kay Cutts, has shared a message ahead of VE Day 75 echoing that communities will channel 1945 spirit over the lockdown Bank Holiday weekend.…
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YoungMinds, the UK’s leading children and young people’s mental health charity, has published a guide sharing advice from parents to other parents on how to support themselves and the young…
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NHS Blood and Transplant is reassuring blood and platelet donors in Nottingham that they should not be concerned if their appointment is cancelled over the next few weeks. NHS Blood…
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Members of Girlguiding Nottinghamshire put together a Thank You video to express their gratitude to NHS staff and key workers for their coronavirus work. Katie Farrell, growth and engagement co-ordinator…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council has reinstated a scaled down bulky waste service to provide support to residents until the Nottinghamshire County Council-managed household waste recycling centres can be reopened…
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This Friday (8 May) marks the 75th anniversary of VE Day. We may not be able to go ahead with our planned events and get togethers, but that doesn't mean…
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Nottinghamshire County Council has warned people to be aware of fraudsters posing to be from the council. A spokesman said: "We understand some residents have received calls from people claiming…
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FAMILIES under lockdown will still be able to mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day with celebration boxes being distributed to a number of homes in the Newark…
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An education charity has shared guidance on how parents, teachers and guardians can explain COVID-19 to children to help reduce anxiety. Social media and rolling 24-hour news channels mean it’s…
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Juliet Bouverie, chief executive of The Stroke Association, has urged people to reduce the amount of salt they eat to lower their risk of suffering a stroke. She said: "Mealtimes…
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Staff from Diverse Academies, a multi-academy trust based in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire, have bid a fond ‘virtual’ farewell to CEO, Chris Pickering, as he retires from the education sector following…
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With the country spending more time at home, many people are lacking daily interactions with family and friends. And now more than ever UK residents are turning to their local…
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Royal Voluntary Service, the charity behind the NHS Volunteer Responders scheme, has launched an emergency appeal to raise £5million in order to continue to support the thousands of older and…
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Community groups supporting vulnerable residents during the outbreak of coronavirus are being encouraged to apply for community funding by Newark and Sherwood District Council. More than £81,000 has already been…
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A total of 100 older carers who look after people with learning disabilities will be given help and support, thanks to a grant of £52,000 to the Reach Learning Disability…
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Construction director Rich Smith has become an award-winning author after his children’s book When I Grow Up won platinum at the international MUSE Creative Awards. The dad-of-two, who lives in…
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Historic England is calling on people across the East Midlands to share images that document their experience of seven days in lockdown. Ten contemporary artists from across the nation, including…
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The Nottingham Building Society is sharing £30,000 among 20 Trussell Trust supporting foodbanks — covering the cost of around 3,000 food parcels for families most in need. The organisations receiving…
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Nottingham-based children’s charity, Footprints CEC, has seen an overwhelming amount of support as it takes part in the national 2.6 Challenge. Supporters have been taking part since Sunday, with one…
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Tuxford Academy is among the schools who have come forward to create protective face masks, wash bags, sterile gloves and safety glasses to donate to local hospitals in support of…
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Kwik Fit, the UK’s largest automotive servicing and repair company, has launched a campaign to recognise the community heroes who are helping to keep the nation rolling during the coronavirus…
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For most people, lockdown has meant a huge change to daily routines, and it can be hard to know how best to structure the day. To help people get the…
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A Newark musician is urging people to listen to music from Nottinghamshire bands on a specially curated playlist he has put together on Spotify. Scott Ballard said: "Local musicians have…
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‘Thank you NHS' is the message being posted from on high at two Newark and Sherwood District Council sites. Flags with the iconic blue and white logo, representing the gratitude…
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In a bid to help staff who may be feeling overwhelmed, Sherwood Forest Hospitals - which runs Mansfield Community Hospital, Newark Hospital and King's Mill Hospital, Sutton - has set…
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Children’s charity Barnardo’s knows a thing or two about teenagers and with the news that the lockdown has been extended for at least another three weeks it is offering some…
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A film featuring children, young people and families from Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People, along with Nottingham Forest legend, Stuart Pearce, has won a won a prestigious award…
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Actress and Alzheimer’s Society Ambassador Vicky McClure is inviting everyone in Nottinghamshire to unite in song, through a special one-off Singing for the Brain performance live on Facebook. The event…
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Nottingham-based children’s charity, Footprints CEC, is looking forward to raising some much needed funds as it takes part in the 2.6 Challenge this weekend. In line with the rules of…
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Business colleagues working from home and missing the office banter have been invited to help Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People, which has developed a new competition - the…
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Nottinghamshire Police’s Chief Constable Craig Guildford is thanking young people for staying at home to prevent the spread of coronavirus as part of an initiative by Nottingham’s Lord Lieutenant, Sir…
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According to the latest consumer research by Auto Trader, a UK marketplace for new and used cars, nearly half (48%) of UK public transport users said they would be less…
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Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust - which runs Mansfield Community Hospital; King's Mill Hospital, Sutton; and Newark Hospital - is saying thank you after seeing a huge rise in recruitment to…
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Essential maintenance work will be carried out in parks and open spaces managed by Newark and Sherwood District Council this week. The grounds team, who had been retrained in readiness…
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Police officers in Nottinghamshire have a new green mode of transport thanks to two electric bikes. The bikes, which have police markings and blue flashing lights, are part of a…
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Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Paddy Tipping has appealed for the public to be considerate and respectful of pharmaceutical staff following a rise in abusive incidents during the Covid-19…
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The first batch of Nottinghamshire County Council funding worth more than £260,000 has already been awarded to 85 groups helping vulnerable residents through the COVID-19 crisis - and there is…
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Wilko is donating 37,400 bags of popcorn to Nottinghamshire and West Yorkshire councils, charities and community projects to give hardworking families a sweet treat in time for this Thursday’s Big…
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Boxes full of craft equipment are being handed out to help families in Newark and Sherwood get creative during the Covid-19 lockdown. Newark and Sherwood Community Hub, also known as…
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Staff from the six Fire and Rescue services across the East Midlands, including both Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, will be joining East Midlands Ambulance (EMAS) to start training to support the…
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MORE than 10,000 people in Newark and Sherwood in the over-70s age group are being contacted to ensure they have the vital help and support needed during the on-going Coronavirus…
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With the UK facing more weeks in lockdown, a leading education charity is encouraging the nation to upskill whilst at home. Searches for ‘online courses’ has seen a 192% increase…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council has been named in the top 10 per cent for paying out business support grants to those affected by the coronavirus crisis in a nationwide…
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UK Online toy retailer Bargain Max has launched a competition across Mansfield to look for the very best arts and craft talent from children aged 0-16. With families stuck at…
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The organisers of the Robin Hood Festival at Sherwood Forest have decided to cancel this year's event in Edwinstowe due to the Covid-19 outbreak. Following discussions with Nottinghamshire County Council,…
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Nearly 1,000 former NHS workers in the Midlands have come out of retirement and returned to the frontline to tackle coronavirus. NHS England and NHS Improvement Midlands has revealed that…
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As the conoravirus death toll continues to rise, more and more youngsters are having to cope with the loss of a loved one. Former primary school teacher Catherine Lynch, of…
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Local hospitals are well stocked with PPE, have no issues with access to coronavirus testing for staff and have, so far, seen fewer patients that they expected and planned for.…
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A Mansfield family and Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust - which runs King's Mill Hospital, Sutton; Mansfield Community Hospital and Newark Hospital - is highlighting the importance of still using our…
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Diabetes UK has developed a guide to support people who are isolated at home. Times can be challenging for everyone at the moment but for people who are also managing…
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Historic England has launched an emergency fund to help tackle the impact of coronavirus on the heritage sector and individuals and small businesses and organisations in the heritage sector in…
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Multi-store gift card company, One4all, which prides itself on spreading happiness and joy, has launched a campaign to say an extra special ‘thank you’ to the people who are going…
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Children from the local community in and around Newark Hospital have been posting their beautiful rainbow paintings to the hospital to help brighten things up. The initiative began when some…
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Normally, this week would be the final one of the Easter holidays for children. With schools now having been shut officially since 20th March, learning for most students has to…
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Dr Helen Flaherty, Head of Health Promotion at Heart Research UK, has offered these tips for healthy eating at home during the coronavirus lockdown. She said at a time when…
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A charity supporting people with learning disabilities has launched a crisis appeal. Reach Learning Disability, which has a centre in Mansfield as well as bases in Southwell and Newark, said…
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Housebuilder Persimmon Homes has announced a “volunteer army” to help the NHS and local communities during the Covid-19 crisis. The business has encouraged hundreds of staff to register for the…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council said it is leading the way in providing much-needed cash support to businesses to help see them through the coronavirus crisis with £16.5m paid out…
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A Newark charity that helps young homeless people is celebrating an anniversary. Lou Rumble is marking her 20th anniversary of work with the Newark Emmaus Trust, which provides supported accommodation…
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Digital growth agency Xposure Creative has created a list of 22 practical marketing ideas that proactive businesses could use to help them get through the current crisis. NIgel Lamb, who…
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A new dedicated patient liaison service is being launched at Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust to help families keep in touch with their loved ones whilst they are in hospital. Due…
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The public has been praised for its support for the #StreetSmiles campaign to thank waste and recycling workers carrying out essential services as the coronavirus pandemic continues. Veolia, the resource…
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In a bid to combat social isolation caused the coronavirus lockdown, singing community interest company Shared Harmonies has launched ‘Our Song’, an initiative to connect people across the UK. ‘Our…
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UK Finance has published comprehensive guidance for self-isolating people seeking to pay for essential goods. Self-isolation has removed an easy way to access cash, and with many of those particularly…
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Sherwood Forest Rotary Club members have been pleased to be able to help those in need in the difficult times of the coronavirus pandemic. Apart from regularly collecting to give…
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Tuesday 21st April marks National Tea Day’s fifth anniversary and there has never been a more important time to bring people together over a cup of tea. This year, as…
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A new platform, All In UK, has been launched to offer a single location for isolated and vulnerable people to find their local support groups during the Covid-19 pandemic. Available…
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Nottinghamshire County Council has put together advice on spotting and preventing scams during the coronavirus - and tips on how to spot if a relative has been a victim of…
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With an estimated 500,000 hospitality workers expected to be made redundant or temporarily out of work due to COVID-19, the UK’s largest hospitality jobs board, Caterer.com, and highly-respected trade body,…
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Retailer, wilko, and its staff are coming together to offer support, products and funds to causes, frontline key workers, families and the elderly in Nottinghamshire during the coronavirus crisis. One…
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Nottinghamshire County Council and all district and borough councils in the county have launched a free parking permit for NHS and social care workers. The permits allow eligible staff to…
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To help keep children busy, The Entertainer during the coronavirus lockdown, The Entertainer has launched The Boredom Busting Ideas Hub. It is uploaded with lots of content to keep children…
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The long Easter weekend begins this Friday, but with the nation social distancing from family and friends outside of their immediate household, it could be easy to let the occasion…
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Nottingham-based online pharmacy UK Meds has increased its workforce by 40% to cope with demand for its prescription-only and lifestyle products following the outbreak of coronavirus in the UK. Despite…
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Businesses have praised Newark and Sherwood District Council for its speedy response in assisting with cash support to help them through the coronavirus crisis. Hundreds of businesses have already received…
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Residents in Newark and Sherwood are being urged not to burn garden waste or other materials during the lockdown. Newark and Sherwood District Council is reminding people that coronavirus (Covid-19)…
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Charities and community groups in Mansfield, battling to help the most vulnerable during the coronavirus crisis, are set to get a helping hand from local gas distributor, Cadent. The Midlands-based…
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Housebuilder Persimmon Homes Nottingham has launched a £1m charity giveaway to support young people across Britain. The Building Futures scheme aims to support community groups working with under-18s across three…
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After three weeks of home-schooling, the Easter holidays will feel rather different this year – for children and parents. Former primary school teacher Catherine Lynch, of education resources and lesson…
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Fourteen people in New Ollerton are celebrating today after winning £1,000 each thanks to their postcode. The neighbours netted the windfall when NG22 9QY was announced as a daily prize…
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WORK to distribute food and other essentials to Newark and Sherwood residents isolated by the coronavirus pandemic is under way. Newark and Sherwood District Council has joined forces with a…
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Nurses and healthcare assistants at Nottinghamshire Hospice are continuing to provide crucial end of life care in patients’ homes across Nottinghamshire, keeping hospital beds free for Covid-19 patients, as the…
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A long-term supporter of national charity Heart Research UK is hosting a live Facebook concert to raise funds for the charity and help to raise the spirits of the nation.…
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Parents working from home, school from home and big events suspended. PE in my living room, supermarket trips only, and no seeing my friends. Will this go on forever? For…
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Newark and Sherwood District Council has said normal recycling (silver bin) collections will resume, district wide, on Monday, April 13 (Bank Holiday Monday). Residents simply need to revert back to…
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All car parks managed by Newark and Sherwood District Council are now free of charge. The council said it hopes this assists key workers and residents needing to undertake essential…
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The National Emergencies Trust has announced a further £5m of funding will be distributed to front line charities today, helping those most impacted by the coronavirus outbreak. This is possible…
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The British Growers Association estimates UK farmers need 70,000 seasonal workers this year to help get this harvest in. It said that without these workers, it would not be possible…
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Rough sleepers are being given extra support from Newark and Sherwood District Council and its partners during the coronavirus pandemic. The council acted ahead of a Government deadline to ensure…
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To help older people stay active at home during the coronavirus, Sport England, Demos and Anchor Hanover have teamed up with BBC Sport to offer easy to follow, 10-minute daily…
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Nottinghamshire County Council, working alongside the seven district and borough councils, has launched Phase Two of the Nottinghamshire Coronavirus Community Support Hub. The Hub has been designed to offer advice…
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