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Murder investigation launched after death of man in Sutton

Hundreds of selection boxes were donated to King's Mill Hospital.

Santa delivers goodies to King's Mill Hospital courtesy of company donation

Broxtowe MP Darren Henry.

"The leisure centre is a hugely important part of our community"

The campaign starts today

Police in Mansfield to hand out 'beer goggles' in bid to tackle drink driving

Free weekend parking will remain at Eastwood's Oxford Street car park. Photo: Google

New car park charges for Eastwood and Kimberley in the new year

Families of residents at Beechdene Care Home in Mansfield met with care home staff to discuss the closure. Pictured at Mansfield Civic Centre.

Residents and families ‘devastated' as Mansfield care home set to close

A record number of domestic abuse offences were recorded in Nottinghamshire last year. Photo: Brian Eyre

Record number of domestic abuse offences recorded in Nottinghamshire last year

Police discovered more than 100 cannabis plants at a house in Mansfield. Photo: Nottinghamshire Police

Police uncover cannabis grow at Mansfield house following tip-off

Warsop councillors Andrew Burgin (left), Roy Butler and Karen Harding were all smiles after the after housing plans were rejected. Photo: Other

Joy as Warsop ‘supermarket site’ saved from housing plans

Mansfield Town

Mansfield Town fans ahead of defeat to Port Vale on 31st October 2023.

Who do you know in this gallery of Stags fans watching their side in 2023?

Mansfield Town - ready for a break after unbeaten start to the season is halted at Swindon. Photo by Chris & Jeanette Holloway/The Bigger Picture.media

Stags set to enjoy 10-day break as Clough ponders January business plans

Mansfield Town fans ahead of the draw with Tranmere Rovers.

Do you know anyone in this gallery of Stags fans from the Tranmere draw?

Mansfield Town have had one red card so far this season.

How Mansfield's discipline record compares to their promotion rivals

Will Swan is congratulated on his goal during the Sky Bet League 2 match against Tranmere Rovers FC at the One Call Stadium, 28 Nov 2023. Photo credit Chris & Jeanette Holloway, The Bigger Picture.media

Frustrated Stags striker delighted to get off the mark in Tranmere draw

Tranmere Rovers Manager Nigel Adkins (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Adkins delighted with display as deflection ruins chance of win at Mansfield

Mansfield Town manager Nigel Clough (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)

10-day break is perfectly timed says Stags boss after frustrating draw

Sport

Grants now available for Broxtowe community projects

Stags action during the Sky Bet League 2 match against Tranmere Rovers FC at the One Call Stadium, 28 Nov 2023. Photo credit Chris & Jeanette Holloway, The Bigger Picture.media

Swan rescues Stags a point on night of frustration against gutsy Tranmere

These Manor School pupils show off an impressive sports shield in 1963.

Take a look at these pics from school sports days in our area from 60 years ago

Davis Keillor-Dunn is rated as Mansfield Town's best player this season.

Three Stags players rated as amongst League Two's best players this season

The scoreboard says it all as Mansfield Town suffer an agonising late defeat at Swindon Town on Saturday. Photo by Chris & Jeanette Holloway/The Bigger Picture.media.

LOMAS ON STAGS: First defeat hurt even more as Swindon left winner so late

Cobras net against Clifton. Photo by Paul Neal.

All Whites frustrate the Cobras

Two goal Kieran Knight in action for Sherwood Colliery on Saturday. Picture by Dave Porter.

Sherwood shine in big derby victory

Retro

The crowds are ready

A look back at Mansfield's Christmas light switch on in 2019
This year the Christmas lights in Mansfield were turned on by Number 1 hitmaker Tinchy Stryder – but who was there in 2019?

Christmas at White Post Farm 2019

A look back at when Santa visited White Post Farm near Mansfield in 2019

2009: Crowds gather and wait patiently for the Christmas lights switch-on in Eastwood.

Spot anyone you know on these snaps from past Christmas lights switch-ons?

Stags players from 1970s

Check out these brilliant retro pics of Stags' golden generation of players

Mansfield Hosiery Mills v Welbeck Welfare. All smiles for Welbeck Welfare as they won the Chad Youth Cup U10 Final on penalties.

Did you ever live the dream and play at the One Call Stadium as a youngster?

Cost Of Living

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Residents’ priorities to be sought amid £4.5m budget gap at Mansfield Council
Residents’ priorities to be sought amid four-year £4.5m budget gap at Mansfield Council

Aspiring UK homeowners aren't feeling so optimistic

The top 10 business challenges CEOs face

The dates benefits recipients can expect their payments over Christmas and New Year in 2023

The dates benefits recipients can expect their payments over Christmas

What's On

Fantastic turn-out for Kimberley Christmas lights

Get ready for A Horrible Christmas at Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall (Photo credit: Ian Tilton)

Enjoy a Horrible Christmas with this hit family show

The Concert Information

Brass Band brings Christmas to Mansfield

Lifestyle

Introducing Elysium, an incredible, award-winning eco-home set in an acre of idyllic gardens within Newstead Abbey Park. It is on the market with a guide price of £1,150,000 with estate agents Saint Property Services, of Nottingham, and Aubrey & Finn, of St Albans.

Incredible, unique eco-home in Newstead Abbey Park on market for £1.15 million
Stand by to look inside one of the most incredible, unique houses to join the property market in the Mansfield area throughout 2023.

Harron Homes - Thoresby Vale

Christmas lights to brighten Thoresby Vale this weekend

A scene from the Christmas lights switch-on at Mansfield last weekend as the crowds mingle. Now find out what's in store this weekend with our guide to 21 things to do and places to go.

Christmas, lights, action! 21 things to do in the Mansfield area this weekend

The Red on Bancroft Lane, Mansfield, is offering a Christmas Party menu, which is available from 4pm Tuesday to Thursday, from noon on Fridays and Saturdays and from 7pm on Sundays. Prices start from £26.95 for two courses. You can also hire The Glasshouse, situated above The Red, for private hire and private dining. Or if you don't fancy cooking on the big day itself you can enjoy a three course Christmas dinner between noon and 3pm. Prices are £79.95 for adults and £36.95 for children under 12.

Here are some of the best places to celebrate Christmas in style in Mansfield

Getting into the festive spirit by painting a specially-crafted Chritmas tree.

A handcrafted Christmas tree has been donated to a young people’s centre

More Lifestyle

Standing proudly on Adams Park Way within the Larwood Park development in Kirkby is this four-bedroom, three-storey family home, which has just hit the market for £365,000 with estate agents JMS Sales and Lettings. Take a look inside via our photo gallery below.

Proud Kirkby home that really does tick all the right boxes for growing families

Sticky Vicky in her hey day.

Benidorm legend Sticky Vicky dies aged 80

The new range.

Restaurant quality pizzas and pasta with pizzazz from PizzaExpress

North Notts Cat Rescue to host three Christmas Fairs.

North Notts Cat Rescue to host Christmas fairs

Opinion

Nottinghamshire-based careers expert, Melissa Pearce.

Careers Column: Highway to Hell-O New Opportunity!

Coun Ben Bradley, Mansfield MP and leader of Nottinghamshire County Council (Photo credit: Tracey Whitefoot)

Ben Bradley column: Autumn Statement shows we are clearly on the right path

We must protect the Law! Says Mansfield Councillor Richard Tempest-Mitchell.

The Law Rules: OK! Says Mansfield Councillor

Steve N Allen, Notts-raised writer and comedian.

Column: It might be tough to be a human but animals can have it worse

Shopping

These are the best and spookiest costumes for children for Halloween 2023.

Cheap, scary Halloween costumes for kids - Wednesday and Marvel heroes

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Top cabin bags and suitcases that you can carry on to an airplane

Top cabin bags that you can carry on to an airplane

UK Trending

Grand Theft Auto will soon be available to play on Netflix Games.

Grand Theft Auto to be released on Netflix Games

Take a look at the incredible wildlife images being considered for Wildlife Photgrapher of the Year People's Choice Award.

Images up for top gong in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year award

Stormy has been announced as the headline act for Boardmasters Festival 2024.

Everything you need to know about Boardmasters Festival 2024

Clarkson's Farm has been renewed for a fourth season.

Amazon Prime Video confirm return of Jeremy Clarkson farm show

Former pop star presents the top 15 flashbacks in fashion

More than a fifth of adults have dozed off – while at their desk

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