SNEAK PEEK: what's inside this week's Chad

We have a special investigation into how a car dealership just outside Mansfield was the centre of a local drug-trafficking operation, used by criminals to ferry hundreds of kilos of cocaine and heroin across the UK.

Youngsters look to blast their way into the record books by breaking the 1,000mph speed barrier and we turn the clock back to look at Mansfield through the centuries.

In the latest feature on fracking, we look at how the controversial process has transformed American communities from rags to riches — and a warning from campaigners we shouldn’t be seduced by hopes of sudden wealth in north Notts.

There’s your chance to win tickets to fabulous sixties music show, while youngsters can win a Winnie the Witch book and exclusive bag.

In sport, Mansfield Town manager Adam Murray has called on his players to start believing in themselves ahead of Saturday’s big home clash with local rivals Notts County.

All this plus your great guide to What’s On in our WoW leisure supplement, your letters and opinion, columnists, essential information and community news.

Find your dream home in our Property Guide, or your new car in our motoring section.

Then there’s family notices, puzzles, jobs, 10 things to do this weekend and much much more.

It’s all in this week’s Chad - don’t miss it!