And to mark that landmark occasion, we’ve nipped into our archives to bring you just some of the moments which made the sporting news across our patch down the decades.
There’s been some great moments of course. Here’s our choice, but why not let us know your favourite moments by emailing [email protected]
Kirkby's Oliver Wilson made a real name for himself in the golfing world and was a regular in the Chad sport section. In 2008 he was a member of Europe's Ryder Cup team. Six years later he had his first European Tour win, the 2014 Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. Photo: Getty Images
Stags suffered Wembley heartache in 2011 when they were beaten in the FA Trophy final by Darlington. A brave performance by a depleted Stags side was not enough with Chris Senior scoring the winner deep into extra-time. Photo: Clive Rose
Mansfield Town finally won back their Football League status after a 1-0 win over Wrexham secured the National League title. It was a season to remember and the culmination of two seasons of hard work from boss Paul Cox and owners John and Carolyn Radford. Photo: Ross Kinnaird
Silver medallist Oliver Hynd and brother Sam, bronze medallist, pose on the podium during the medal ceremony for the Men's 400m Freestyle of the London 2012 Paralympic Games. It was yet another milestone for the brothers who won multiple gold medals between them during two memorable careers. Photo: Clive Rose