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Works on A57 at Worksop

Latest round of road improvements announced for Bassetlaw

Ten years of Worksop's Got Talent ends this week with the final show.

Final curtain call for Worksop's Got Talent, supported by Bassetlaw Council

Barnby Moor's Ye Olde Bell Hotel has been holding traditional Christmas celebrations for guests for over 100 years.

Bassetlaw hotel compares its Christmas past with 2026 festive celebrations

Property price caps across the country for the Government's new Your First Home scheme have been revealed.

Bassetlaw price caps revealed for Government's new help to buy scheme

Charlotte Lister of Retford competes in the Ms Great Britain 2026 pageant.

Retford woman in top 10 Ms Great Britain line-up recognised for charity work

Here are the top spots around Bassetlaw to stretch your legs and blow away the cobwebs

In Pictures: Bassetlaw’s best-kept secrets for a perfect winter stroll

Stan Davis, Chairman of the Retford and District Branch of the Royal British Legion, is pictured at the Field of Remembrance at St Swithun’s Church, Retford.

Remembrance Day parades in Bassetlaw for those who lost their lives in conflict

The centre of Retford, named as one of Nottinghamshire's top eight places to live.

Bassetlaw town named as one of eight 'best places to live' in Nottinghamshire

The Spa and Brasserie at Ye Olde Bell Hotel, Barnby Moor, Retford, are celebrating receiving several awards.

Retford spa and brasserie crowned winners at 2026 World Luxury Awards

We’ve rounded up the very best organised displays happening right on your doorstep this year

Spectacular bonfire & firework displays set to ignite Bassetlaw

Rat numbers are on the increase across Bassetlaw as a result of the hot, dry summer.

Warning to protect homes in Bassetlaw as rat numbers 'increase substantially'
A surge in rat sightings both locally and across the UK is a result of this year's weather, say local pest management experts.
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New mums and mums-to-be can take advantage of free health and wellbeing incentives in Bassetlaw.

Free exercise and wellbeing sessions for new mums and mums-to-be in Bassetlaw

Peer into our archives for a glimpse of Bassetlaw's spookiest past faces... if you dare!

Terrifying toddlers and spooky siblings – is your face in our Bassetlaw Hallowee...

The team from Specsavers Retford learn life-saving skills from Retford Lions Club members

Opticians learn potentially life-saving skills

836,808 solar panels are to be installed across more than 1,200 acres of land in Sturton-le-Steeple

Solar panels will cover half of small Bassetlaw village

Nottinghamshire police have launched an investigation following the sudden death of a man in Carlton-in-Lindrick

Police launch investigation following man's 'sudden death' in Worksop

Bassetlaw MP Jo White hopes to see benefits payments made to serious criminals in high security hospitals stopped.

Bassetlaw MP welcomes move to stop criminals in hospital receiving benefits

WalkSafe helps users plan journeys, share their location with trusted contacts and set an expected arrival time, with alerts sent if they do not arrive as planned.

North Notts BID urges Bassetlaw to use free personal safety app - WalkSafe

Bassetlaw triathlete Barnaby Grey finishes Kona Ironman Championship event

Bassetlaw triathlete completes inspiring ironman journey

Here are some of the highest-rated electricians based on your feedback

The Bassetlaw sparkies homeowners trust most according to Google Reviews

There will be road closures on Greenway Road and Warborough Road

Roadworks in Bassetlaw may cause delays to motorists

The extent of the costs of smoking has been revealed across Bassetlaw.

Cost of cigarettes to smokers across Bassetlaw revealed as £29.3m

An appeal has been launched for Chase, a sprocker spaniel who needs cancer surgery.

Stricken Bassetlaw man's appeal - to help save much-loved spaniel with cancer

Handcrafted goods and the centre's own honey are for sale in the foyer.

Not just a food bank - take a look at what this Worksop-based hub actually does

Karolina Gudes, founder of Kidora, with her daughter Sofia, promoting the free Outgrown, Not Wasted family clear-out challenge

New seven-day checklist could help Notts parents cut the clutter

Here are some of the local stylists who consistently deliver stunning results to keep your locks looking their absolute best

Basssetlaw's highest-rated hairdressers which are a cut above the rest

Exploring the great outdoors with the National Trust.

Half-term Halloween-themed fun with National Trust in Nottinghamshire

Louise Gladwin, fundraising manager at Aurora Worksop, with bra bunting and ribbons for the campaign.

Time to Turn It Pink in Bassetlaw - community urged to make this month count
Worksop’s Aurora Wellbeing Centre invites the whole Bassetlaw community to come together and Turn It Pink for October – Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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An overnight blaze at a building in Cottam, near Retford, is being investigated by police.

Overnight blaze in village near Retford may have been started deliberately

An overview of the Blyth property for sale, and its lovely surroundings.

Bassetlaw home in idyllic location has pool, double garage and scope to improve

Bassetlaw Triathlon Club members at the East Leake sprint event

Late season outing for Bassetlaw Triathletes at East Leake sprint

Families have fun at Sundown Adventureland, Rampton.

Bassetlaw attraction is second best-rated theme park in UK

Candidates for the by-election for a new councillor for Worksop East, Bassetlaw Dictrict Council, have been announced.

These are the candidates seeking your vote in Bassetlaw Council by-election

Bassetlaw triathlete Lewis Barnsley completes the Ironman Weymouth 70.3 event

Bassetlaw triathletes heads south for the Weymouth Ironman 70.3 event

Via resurfacing sign - major resurfacing works coming 2026

Major road improvement programme continues across Bassetlaw

Here's a list of some of the most top-rated plumbers in our area according to Google reviews

Get peace of mind with top-rated Google reviewed plumbers across Bassetlaw

Bassetlaw Council along with the Government’s streetscaping fund is financing improvements to facilities in Tuxford.

Town's residents back Bassetlaw playing field improvement project

An historic Bassetlaw Methodist chapel is to head to auction as a part converted residential property.

Part-converted chapel to luxury home in Bassetlaw village heads to auction

Angela Eagle, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Funding boost to help feed families in Bassetlaw and Bolsover

Coun Julie Leigh, leader of Bassetlaw Council. Photo: Submitted

Julie Leigh column: Plenty to be positive about in Bassetlaw right now

Bassetlaw Triathletes at the Cowman event.

Bassetlaw triathletes dig deep to complete latest tests

Celebrate National Coffee Day with our guide to some of the most top rated establishments serving the best roasts around

Where to get your caffeine fix in Bassetlaw on National Coffee Day

Gemma Smith with husband Steve in Gemma's Farm Shop in Styrrup.

Family's appeal to help brave Bassetlaw woman access treatment for cancer

Flytipped asbestos is hazardous and costly to remove.

Removing dumped asbestos costs Bassetlaw Council thousands of pounds

The tractor and overturned trailer in Main Street, Styrrup.

Overturned trailer in Bassetlaw village highlights road dangers, say residents
A road through a Bassetlaw village was blocked off to traffic due to an overturned trailer and vegetable spillage.
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Everyone is urged to sign up to Turn It Pink for October in Bassetlaw

Last call to Bassetlaw to go pink for breast cancer in October

Linda Foy with Robbie Harris, who was a pupil when Linda did her first Great North Run, his daughter River Harris, and son Riley Harris.

Wonderwoman Linda celebrates 30 years of fundraising, with Worksop Guardian

We've dug deep into our archives to find you some of the cosiest pubs in the area to thaw you out on a chilly night

The Warmest Welcomes: Bassetlaw’s best winter pubs to go to for a cosy drink

Swan family on the Chesterfield Canal.

Heartwarming news as Worksop's injured cygnets given new home

Learn how to do CPR and use a defibrillator in single free session

Learn to save a life at free session tonight with Retford Lions

Bassetlaw District Council has updated the system regarding social housing.

New social housing 'Homefinder' platform set to launch across Bassetlaw

Bassetlaw triathletes ready for the Ironman Wales

Bassetlaw triathletes conquer the dragon at Ironman Wales

Elise Nelson Smith after finishing her first 70.1 triathlon event.

Bassetlaw triathletes out and about for end of season events

Pictured are Matthew Hyland, Chief Instructor of Jukado-Ryu Martial Arts/Self Defence Group, Derrick Parsons, Senior International Instructor, Members of the Jukado-Ryu Martial Arts/Self Defence Group, Coun Paddy Ducey, Ward Member for Worksop South and Coun Maria Charlesworth, Ward Member for Worksop North.

Worksop martial arts group's 'heartfelt thanks' for community grant

Pictured: Matthew Hyland, Chief Instructor of Jukado-Ryu Martial Arts/Self Defence Group, Derrick Parsons, Senior International Instructor, Members of the Jukado-Ryu Martial Arts/Self Defence Group and Coun Paddy Ducey, Ward Member for Worksop South and Cllr

Worksop Martial Arts Club gets cash push to help it continue to grow

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