Panto time in Rotherham
The festive spectacular that is Rotherham’s pantomime is getting the best Christmas present of all, packed houses and rave reviews.Since they went on sale in April, panto fans have been snapping up...
View ArticleChristmas gift for carers
A GROUP of carers from Worksop are set to get support over the Christmas period at James Hince Court Care and Support Centre.Up to six older people will be offered support to give their carer a...
View ArticleCelebrating a great year
Thurcroft Welfare Training Band members held their annual award ceremony at the weekend to celebrate the achievements of this year. The band has had another very successful year under the expert baton...
View ArticleStay safe this Christmas
Police are urging the public to stay safe this Christmas and New Year.The advise includes making arrangements about how to get home before going on a night out, drinking sensibly, and keeping an eye on...
View ArticleOpen day at Rother Valley
Rotherham College of Arts and Technology is opening its doors to youngsters thinking about their career and further education options.Visitors can chat to tutors about career opportunities, get help...
View ArticleAnnual carol concert for emergency services
MORE than 120 guests enjoyed the annual carol concert between South Yorkshire Police and South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue.The event marked the Christmas festivities at the South Yorkshire-based...
View ArticleEU funding
Linda McAvan, Labour MEP for Yorkshire, has welcomed European Commission proposals for tougher regulation on the tobacco industry.The legislation, if adopted by MEPs and Government ministers, would...
View ArticleLeader calls for a licencing review
BASSETLAW Council leader Simon Greaves says he is pleased to be rejoining the Heroin Inquiry ten years on with its fresh focus on alcohol.Last week the Worksop Guardian published a special report on...
View ArticleCounterfeit Christmas crackdown seizes fake goods haul
Trading Standards officers at Notts County Council clamped down on rogue traders after carrying out a raid in Worksop.Two people were arrested in the raid in which a wide range of counterfeit goods...
View ArticleSafety help for businesses
With the introduction of the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act in April 2008, the issue of driving for and at work is something employers can no longer ignore.To raise awareness and to...
View ArticleM1 scheme is welcomed
Barnsley and Rotherham Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the Highways Agency’s announcement that a £150 million transport scheme to relieve congestion on the M1 will start next year.The proposal will...
View ArticleTrio charged over catalytic converter thefts
Three men have been charged in connection 15 catalytic converter thefts from vehicles across Notts.Thirteen of the thefts were in Retford, Tuxford, along the A614 at Ollerton and in Nottingham. The...
View ArticleProect your home from burst pipes
Residents in South Yorkshire are being urged to prepare their water pipes and prevent bursts during the cold winter months.Yorkshire Water is advising its customers to keep their homes heated during...
View ArticleClumber Park photo crowned top competition winner
An autumnal image of the glorious Lime Tree Avenue at National Trust’s Clumber Park has been named the winner of the 2013 Experience Nottinghamshire photography competition.Taken by amateur...
View ArticleWorksop buddy system hailed success
A buddy and friendship system at a school in Worksop has proved a resounding success with pupils.Pupils at Worksop Priory Church of England Primary School have championed the peer mentoring scheme...
View ArticleRecycling centre opening hours over festive period
WORKSOP and Retford’s household waste recyling centre (HWRC) will be open over the festive period as normal but will be closed on New Year’s Day.Kevin Parker, regional communications manager for Veolia...
View ArticleNorth Notts College’s construction project at North Wheatley Primary School
Learners at North Notts College (NNC) have started a long-term construction project at North Wheatley Primary School.The group of 28 learners, who are on a Foundation construction programme at the...
View ArticleTwo brothers in court for axe robbery
A PAIR of Dinnington brothers who admitted raiding a town centre shop armed with an axe are to be sentenced in the new year.John Galloway, 30, of Laughton Road, and Phillip Galloway, 28, of Manor Road,...
View ArticleLocal advice for addicts
Are you or someone you know in need of help in recovery from alcohol or substance abuse?Staff and volunteers from Lifeline will be at The Salvation Army Hall, off Lordens Hill, Dinnington, for two...
View ArticleToy joy for Christmas gift appeal
CHRISTMAS this year was extra-special for hundreds of children across the district thanks to David Hawke’s annual Toy Appeal.Kind-hearted folk donated more than 1,000 toys and games to the appeal,...
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