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The site on Gringley Road in Misterton, where the demolition of buildings and construction of a new house are planned within the curtilage of a grade II listed farmhouse. (PHOTO BY: Google)

Scheme for eyesore heritage site is among latest Bassetlaw planning applications

Nottinghamshire Police has received numerous reports of scam texts being sent to drivers in recent weeks

Nottinghamshire Police issue warning to drivers of fake parking fines scam

Bolsover District Council headquarters in Clowne

Council reviews energy performance

PC Rebecca Cooling (pictured) and Special Constable Marianna Bule attended the incident and spoke to the man who was suffering with his mental health.

Praise for officers who helped desperate man in Worksop in his hour of need

New food hygiene ratings have been given to food establishments in Worksop and Retford

10 restaurants and takeaways with a new food hygiene rating

Launching the bra bank at the Crown Hotel in Bawtry are, from left: Tom Nixon, James Maxwell (both Doncaster Rovers FC), Sarah Robinson (Sisi Events),Ross Jarvie (chairmain, Bawtry Retail Association), Charlotte Lister (Crown Hotel), Lilli Broadhurst, Arianne Parnham (both Doncaster Belles RFC). Photo: Pears Photography

Bawtry hotel teams up with footballers and rugby players to help beat cancer

Owners David and Danielle Connelly.

South Anston couple serving up seasonal delights in new Warsop cafe venture

Pictured l-r: Nikala Elliott, Community Safety Manager and Cllr Lynne Schuller, Cabinet Member for H

Safer Streets projects helping to reduce crime and antisocial behaviour

A recent collision on the B6417 Mansfield Road, near Clowne, knon locally as the Ramper road. Photo: Coun Donna Hales

Authorities to consider call for reduced speed limit on 60mph road

People

The pumpkin patch is a short drive away from Worksop.

Photos: Check out this popular pumpkin patch near Worksop

Take a look at this popular pumpkin patch near Worksop… It's perfect for seasonal fun this October.

Phoebe Cox

The Muster of Veterans parade is a highlight of the Worksop & District RBL's Annual Festvial of Remembrance. Photo: Submitted

Worksop British Legion seeking WWII veterans for special Remembrance festvial

Royal Wedding celebrations at Langold Dyscarr Community School.

21 heart-warming pictures showing some magic moments in Worksop's schools

Reporter Phoebe found a Fly Agaric mushroom in Budby South Forest, part of Sherwood Forest, following the exhibition and guided walk.

Photos: Check out these finds at Sherwood Forest's free fungi day

Whitwell author Hayley Smith has published her latest novel, The Childminder. Photo: Submitted

Whitwell author is back with brand new psychological thriller

Cost of Living

Man reacts to the government’s plans to make the winter fuel payment means tested.

Watch as members of the public react to the winter fuel cuts

As a seaside city, where would we be without our chippies? We’ve got some great ones, and everyone has their favourite.

Video report: Half of fish and chip shops could close in 2024

Review of Netflix and if its worth it in 2024. Photo: MARTIN BUREAU/AFP via Getty Images/ National World

Is Netflix worth the money in 2024? Full review Matthew Mohan-Hickson

Thousands set to receive £250 payment - but deadline is just days away

Crime

Mansfield Magistrates court, Rosemary Street.

‘I heard a crunching sound,’ murderer bit off hospital worker’s ear in Bassetlaw

Annie Valentine is sick of people putting rubbish in the recycling bins.

'It grinds me down...it's not low-level crime when you live with it'

Robert Moss. Photo: Nottinghamshire Police.

Would-be Retford burglar jailed two days after arrest

SDE's Staveley warehouse

Woman stole £1.4m from bosses to spend on shopping, cars and holidays​​​​​​​

Robson's Food Store assistant manager Martin Passmoor has been discussing the issue of shoplifting on Chester Road.

Shopkeeper reveals how traders are tackling shoplifters themselves

A general view of BBC Broadcasting House, in central London. PIC: Lucy North/PA Wire

Why women are more likely to be prosecuted for licence fee evasion?

Business

A.W. Lymn's award winning gravestone

Family funeral directors keeps memories alive through gravestone maintenance sch...

A.W. Lymn has funeral homes across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire

Daniela Loffreda

AI continues to be a buzz word in the world of tech. Photo: Supatman - stock.adobe.com

I went to a major tech event and these three things caught my eye

Image I made on Picsart. Photo: Picsart

2 common mistakes people make when generating AI photos

(Photo: DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)

The cheap winter heating solution that follows Martin Lewis' advice

TGI Friday's at New Mersey Retail Park, Speke.

Full list of 35 TGI Fridays branches saved and shut as 1,000 jobs go

Traffic and Travel

Rail travellers look at an electronic information board displaying train time information outside Euston Station in London. Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images

Train stations hit by ‘cyber security incident’ - list

An amber weather alert has been issued for the county

Nottinghamshire on flood alert as Met Office issues amber weather warning

Services on the Robin Hood Line are being disrupted this morning. Photo: National World

UPDATE: Rail services to Hucknall, Mansfield and Worksop running as normal again

For many this bank holiday the platforms at Leeds Train Station mark the last port of call before heading to Bramham Park for Leeds Festival 2024.

Watch a step-by-step guide to help you find Leeds Festival shuttle bus

Health

Early Intervention Speech and Language team

Shortlisted in Integrated Care Awards for fantastic support improving young peop...

Complex Health Needs team with their patient Antoinette

First patient graduates from special school with support of healthcare team

Mpox is spreading across Europe - but there are ways you an protect yourself

Mpox: symptoms to look out for as vaccine programme begins in DRC

Simba mattresses are as cheap as we've seen them in a long time

We've found some huge savings on Simba Hybrid mattresses for Prime Day

More than eight pharmacies are closing across the UK every week.

Pharmacy closures: why are pharmacies closing in England?

Sonic and electric toothbrushes are on offer at Amazon

Ridiculous savings on this pair of smart toothbrushes from OralB

Politics

LCF promotional image

Latest round of grants now open to help Notts communities thrive

Local groups and charities across Bassetlaw, and the rest of the county, are being encouraged to apply for the latest round of community-improving grants which open today (Monday). These funds will help towards boosting local facilities, helping with essential running costs as well as supporting people who have fled Ukraine and settled in Nottinghamshire.

Nottinghamshire County Council

Mattersey Rifle and Pistol Club has submitted two planning applications to Bassetlaw District Council to continue its activities.

Popular gun club in Bassetlaw shoots for permission to carry on firing

Coun Richard Jackson, Nottinghamshire County Council's Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources.

Help us to invest in Nottinghamshire and support local people

Nottinghamshire Council has improved the speed of its support for children with SEND. Photo: Submitted

Council improving speed of support for SEND children

UK Trending

Unique escapology aerial class based on Houdini’s workout.

Watch: Take unique escapology aerial class based on Houdini’s workout

Sixth form rankings are determined from students' A Level results (Photo: Leon Neal/Getty Images)

How England's best sixth form schools and colleges are ranked

Glenlivet and Paddy whiskies offer a great saving in the Amazon Prime event

Amazon Prime Day’s top whisky will save you enough for another bottle

OpenRock ear buds reviewed

Price slashed on hi-tech OpenRock sport earbuds that impressed me

Shark Pro Detect cordless vacuum. Photo: Shark

Why I decided to order a Shark vacuum in Amazon sale

Wi-Fi 7 is coming to the UK. Photo: A Stockphoto - stock.adobe.com

This is the best Wi-Fi deal I’ve spotted in Prime deal

Weather

A yellow rain warning has been issued.

Watch severe flooding around UK as further rain warning issued

Theere is a yellow alert for heavy rain today, which could cause flooding and travel disruption.

Further flood warning issued for Nottinghamshire with more heavy rain forecast

We should expect a dry but rather cloudy and overcast weekend, with occasional sunny spells, according to the forecasters. But the rain will be back by Sunday afternoon/evening. (PHOTO BY: Getty Images)

Weather forecast for the weekend (Sept 27-29) in the Worksop and Retford area

Education

Joe Sentance, business engagement lead at North Notts BID, visited Outwood Academy Portland

Pupils put safety first to learn from team behind WalkSafe

Some of the UK's best performing private schools

How much it costs to go to the UK's 10 best-performing private schools

The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership manages 21 schools, and has handed out iPads to thousands of pupils and teachers

How iPads are transforming education in schools

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