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Mansfield drug pub has licence suspended
A town centre pub has had its licence suspended for two months after Councillors were presented with a damning dossier detailing a history of drug activity and violence at the premises.
Brave Mansfield shoppers praised for tackling robbers
Mansfield shoppers have been hailed for their bravery after a 27-year-old man was jailed for attacking a woman in the town centre.
Volunteers help create positive public perception of police
Police often get criticised for their lack of customer service but the Hucknall team is helping to turn the tide and change public perception.
Fundraising woes for Sutton father and son
A fundraising stalwart says he has become ‘very disillusioned’ with organising events after being left out of pocket following his latest charity night.
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Ofsted praise for Brunts Academy
A school is celebrating after Ofsted inspectors praised it during a recent visit.
Chris Baron to take over as leader of Ashfield District Council
Ashfield District Council’s new executive board has been unveiled at the council’s annual general meeting - with Coun Chris Baron set to take over as leader following the announcement last week that John Knight would step down.
Sport
New name destined for Dukeries rally trophy
A glance at the results of the Rainworth Skoda Dukeries Rally for the past few years immediately highlights the fact that none of the recent winners of the event will be present this time, leaving the way open for a new name to be added to the impressive list of victors over the past 53 years in the local forests.
Notts Premier League Bank Holiday weekend cricket preview
The 2013 Notts Premier league cricket season will be more a quarter complete after this weekend’s double-header of matches is complete and the league table is beginning to shake off its early-season look.
Youth team star Jack Thomas signs pro contract for Mansfield Town
Mansfield Town youth team midfielder Jack Thomas today signed his first professional contract, aged just 16, the club has proudly announced.
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Mansfield Town sign League One defender Paul Black
Mansfield Town have today made their second summer signing with the arrival of defender Paul Black on a free transfer.
6 commentsWrens pair join new manager at Shirebrook Town
Rainworth Miners’ Welfare club captain Mark Camm and senior midfield ace Danny Bacon have left the Evo-Stik NPL Division One South club to join neighbours Shirebrook Town’s new manager Julian Watts, as player/assistants in the Northern Counties East League.
Cricket Derbyshire announce new charity partners
Cricket Derbyshire has announced its Official Charity Partners for 2013 will be Sight Support Derbyshire, Derbyshire Community Foundation and Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance.
Video
Video: Concert for Nicola is hailed a success video
Kirkby’s Festival Hall was filled with the sound of music on Friday night thanks to workers from Ashfield District Council.
Lifestyle
Cole Porter’s High Society to open at Nottingham’s Theatre Royal
A new production of Cole Porter’s timeless musical High Society is coming to Nottingham’s Theatre Royal from 4th to 8th June as part of a UK-wide tour.
Review: Monica Vasconcelos Hih
If you’ve ever seen a film with a jazz scene in a nightclub or bar filled with blue cigarette smoke in New York or some other American city then it is possible when someone mentions jazz that is what you picture.
Kevin Bryan record reviews
Strap in as Bryan takes you on his latest magical music mystery tour of record releases.
Natalie Stendall film review: Fast & Furious 6
Billion dollar franchise Fast & Furious returns for more nitrous fuelled action with a sixth offering, this time from director Justin Lin (The Fast & The Furious: Tokyo Drift, Fast & Furious).
INTERVIEW: Britain’s Got Talent duo Jonathan and Charlotte set to shine in Nottingham
Two of the most memorable performers from TV show Britain’s Got Talent will be bringing their ‘pop opera’ sound to Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall next month.
Community
Health and prosperity in Derbyshire tops national average
A new report has revealed that health and prosperity in Derbyshire is as good – and in some cases better – than the national average for England.
Sign up for Mansfield Arts Festival
Artists, musicians, singers, dancers, Thespians and other entertainers are being urged to step forward to showcase their talent at the Mansfield Arts Festival.
West Notts College celebrate Adult Learners Week
The benefits of being an adult student will be highlighted by West Nottinghamshire College next week.
1 commentRounders event aims to get people back into sport in Bolsover
Bolsover District Council is urging residents in Bolsover to attend its latest sports session aimed at encouraging more people to take part in sport or physical activity.
National Trust’s Hardwick Hall inviting visitors to tapestries unveiling
For the first time the National Trust’s Hardwick Hall are inviting visitors to come and see the re-hanging of two of the amazing Gideon tapestries, recently returned from conservation.
Mansfield District Council hopes for blooming good response in Best Kept Garden competition
Mansfield District Council is hoping for a blooming good response to its Best Kept Garden Competition 2013.
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Friday 24 May 2013
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