News
Man waved a claw hammer
A man unhappy at medical treatment he received waved a claw hammer in front of a doctor and bystanders in Misterton, a court heard.
Friends go back in time - SLIDESHOW video
Elderly residents in Bassetlaw went back in time when they attended a tea dance at Retford Town Hall.
Ranskill and Torworth: Villages prepare for annual scarecrow festival
The villages of Ranskill and Torworth are busy preparing for the annual invasion of scarecrows.
Retford: Sisters to shave their heads for hospital charity
Caring Retford sisters Lindsey and Kirsty Robinson are preparing to shave their heads to support young cancer patients at The Children’s Hospital in Sheffield at a family fun day on Sunday.
Retford: Discover all about hedgehogs at Idle Valley Nature Reserve
Discover all about hedgehog welfare at a special event at the Idle Valley Nature Reserve on Thursday 30th May. The area’s expert Janet Peto, from Hedgehog Welfare, will be on hand to explain how you can help with the garden favourite between 6.30pm and 7.30pm. To book a place call Sara Smith on 01777 713945.
Hospital appeals for dining companions
Volunteers are needed to be dining companions for hospital patients who need help during meal times.
Sport
Derby defeat for Retford
North Wheatley with Leverton secured maximum points from their local derby against Retford, thanks to a 54-run victory.
Clowne ace in the top six
Clowne Road Runners were well represented in a field of over 5,400 runners at the Sheffield Half Marathon.
Third attacker signs for Tigers
Worksop Town boss Mark Shaw has added a third attacker to his squad for the 2013/14 season, in the shape of Conor Higginson.
Fine start to the season continues
North Wheatley with Leverton continued their fine start to the season in the Bassetlaw Cricket League Championship, with a 54-run victory over Retford on Saturday.
Unprecedented double for Ryton Park School
Ryton Park completed an amazing season by adding the Girls Champion of Champions title, to match their boys’ success, with a comprehensive defeat of Prospect Hill Girls.
Skelly takes easy win
Another double figure field lined up for the Aegir Cycling Club’s latest 10-mile time trial, with another comfortable win for Jordan Skelly.
Lifestyle
Review: One Short Day, Rebecca’s Dance Studios
The Acorn Theatre, Worksop is now a popular venue for amateur and professional performers alike.
Clumber Gardener: Wonderful Wallflowers
Scented plants bring extra interest and pleasure to a garden. By careful selection, shrubs, perennials, bulbs and annuals can provide perfume throughout the whole year.
Orbison act at the Majestic
A very special night of music is promised at Retford’s Majestic Theatre as Barry Steele’s spectacular tribute to Roy Orbison arrives in town.
3 Pingle Close, Shireoaks. £225,000
A five bedroomed, detached property with accommodation on 3 floors, situated on this sought after development in Shireoaks, within easy walking distance of the village centre with good local shops, schools, transport facilities etc.
It’s a tweet life for Ulley park ranger
John Jackson is one of those rare creatures - a man happy in his work.
Win! Tickets to charity music day
Weston Park Hospital Cancer Charity is hosting its first ever unique musical extravaganza Proms at Hodsock Priory - and you could be in the audience.
Community
Old photos of Worksop bring back memories
Our Archive Corner photos have been sparking memories for our readers.
Celebrating victory at end of world war
This week’s Archive Corner picture shows a scene from the celebrations held in Worksop to celebrate the end of the Second World War.
Asda girls runs marathon
An impressive achievement is being celebrated at the Harworth branch of Asda after a woman completed the London Marathon in a great time for a very worthy cause.
From silence to ‘talkies’ at town cinemas
This week’s Archive Corner picture harks back to the days when Worksop had an array of cinemas.
Having a lovely time on Dukeries trip
This week’s Archive Corner picture shows a fleet of charabancs ready to set off on a day trip.
Church helps to tackle poverty
A new church-backed enterprise launched later this month is aiming to tackle poverty head-on in Notts.
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Weather for Worksop
Tuesday 21 May 2013
Today
Light rain
Temperature: 9 C to 13 C
Wind Speed: 16 mph
Wind direction: North
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Temperature: 4 C to 15 C
Wind Speed: 18 mph
Wind direction: North west
