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Look-out jailed for his part in Worksop burglary
A man who acted as look-out in a burglary at a Worksop hostel has been jailed for five months.
V.E Day celebrations at Worksop care home
V.E Day was celebrated in style at Gateford Hill Care Home in Worksop. The home was decorated with bunting, balloons and other decorations while staff and residents tucked into some delicious British classics such as salmon and cucumber sandwiches, and trifle. They were treated to hits from the 1940s by Linda Robin, who sang favourites including songs from Dame Vera Lynn and The Andrew Sisters. Staff also donned fancy dress based around the them of the best of British, with one employee even dressing as a giant ten pound note.
Bed and staff boost for hospital
A major £7m plan has been approved to increase beds and staffing at Bassetlaw Hospital - reducing waiting times and improving patient care.
Retford solicitors donate fees to charity
Solicitors in Retford have helped raise funds for nine popular charities by participating in a Will Aid scheme.
Astronomy talk in Retford
Discover more about the astronomers Notts has produced in a special talk at Retford Library. Madeline Cox, chairman of the Society for the History of Astronomy and member of Bassetlaw Astronomical Society will speak on 11th June from 7-8.30pm. Tickets are 50p and are available on 01777 708724 or Retford.library@nottscc.gov.uk.
‘Wind farm will cause road deaths’
A notorious accident black spot could turn into a death trap if drivers are distracted by the new wind farm at Penny Hill, a councillor warns.
Sport
Unprecedented double for Ryton Park School
Ryton Park completed an amazing season by adding the Girls Champion of Champions title, to match their boys’ success, with a comprehensive defeat of Prospect Hill Girls.
Skelly takes easy win
Another double figure field lined up for the Aegir Cycling Club’s latest 10-mile time trial, with another comfortable win for Jordan Skelly.
Aston Hall’s first victory
Aston Hall picked up their first South Yorkshire Cricket League Premier Division win of the season, beating Coal Aston on Saturday.
Retford to host six week soccer camp
Retford United Football Club will once again hold their six week soccer camp in the summer.
All change for the Parras as club seeks to merge and boss leaves
Worksop Parramore are managerless, and looking to merge with another club.
Kiveton’s senior side finish the season with disappointing loss
Kiveton Park’s Central Midlands League senior side finished their season in disappointing style, with a 4-0 defeat at the hands of Phoenix.
Video
VIDEO: Get your 2 for 1 tourist attraction vouchers at Alton Towers, Legoland, Madame Tussauds, Sealife and many more in the Worksop Guardian video
With summer just around the corner the Worksop Guardian has teamed with some of the UK’s top tourist attractions to bring you some special discount vouchers.
Lifestyle
Review: One Short Day, Rebecca’s Dance Studios
The Acorn Theatre, Worksop is now a popular venue for amateur and professional performers alike.
Clumber Gardener: Wonderful Wallflowers
Scented plants bring extra interest and pleasure to a garden. By careful selection, shrubs, perennials, bulbs and annuals can provide perfume throughout the whole year.
Orbison act at the Majestic
A very special night of music is promised at Retford’s Majestic Theatre as Barry Steele’s spectacular tribute to Roy Orbison arrives in town.
3 Pingle Close, Shireoaks. £225,000
A five bedroomed, detached property with accommodation on 3 floors, situated on this sought after development in Shireoaks, within easy walking distance of the village centre with good local shops, schools, transport facilities etc.
It’s a tweet life for Ulley park ranger
John Jackson is one of those rare creatures - a man happy in his work.
Win! Tickets to charity music day
Weston Park Hospital Cancer Charity is hosting its first ever unique musical extravaganza Proms at Hodsock Priory - and you could be in the audience.
Community
Old photos of Worksop bring back memories
Our Archive Corner photos have been sparking memories for our readers.
Celebrating victory at end of world war
This week’s Archive Corner picture shows a scene from the celebrations held in Worksop to celebrate the end of the Second World War.
Asda girls runs marathon
An impressive achievement is being celebrated at the Harworth branch of Asda after a woman completed the London Marathon in a great time for a very worthy cause.
From silence to ‘talkies’ at town cinemas
This week’s Archive Corner picture harks back to the days when Worksop had an array of cinemas.
Worksop Workhouse
Times were hard in the 1930s as these men and women found out during their time in the work house on Eastgate.
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Monday 20 May 2013
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