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50th anniversary of weir tragedy marked with poignant ceremony

29 September 2025
50th anniversary of weir tragedy marked with poignant ceremony

50th anniversary of weir tragedy marked with poignant ceremony

29 September 2025

Veterans and families have come together to mark the 50th anniversary of the Cromwell Weir Tragedy and remember the ten men who died.


Heroic wartime sacrifices commemorated in Newark

29 September 2025
Heroic wartime sacrifices commemorated in Newark

Heroic wartime sacrifices commemorated in Newark

29 September 2025

One of the most defining moments of the second world war continues to be remembered in a poignant service which shows the camaraderie between nations.


New padel courts open — “we wanted to bring something new to Newark and Sherwood”

29 September 2025
New padel courts open — “we wanted to bring something new to Newark and Sherwood”

New padel courts open — “we wanted to bring something new to Newark and Sherwood”

29 September 2025

Rural communities now have access to “the fastest growing sport in the world” with the opening of brand-new padel courts.


Will you brave this fire walk fundraiser?

28 September 2025
Will you brave this fire walk fundraiser?

Will you brave this fire walk fundraiser?

28 September 2025

Anyone willing to step out of their comfort zones, literally, will have to chance to do just that by taking part in a fundraising fire walk.


Free photo print offer for Oasis concertgoers

27 September 2025
Free photo print offer for Oasis concertgoers

Free photo print offer for Oasis concertgoers

27 September 2025

After an unforgettable summer for Oasis fans, a Newark photo shop is helping concertgoers to make sure their memories last a lifetime.


Chaplain’s heroic Victoria Cross story remembered in new book

27 September 2025
Chaplain’s heroic Victoria Cross story remembered in new book

Chaplain’s heroic Victoria Cross story remembered in new book

27 September 2025

The story of how a mild-mannered Army chaplain came to be awarded the Britain’s highest awards will be featured in a new book about 10 war heroes.


Classic car show returns for season finale

26 September 2025
Classic car show returns for season finale

Classic car show returns for season finale

26 September 2025

Car enthusiasts and families alike can look forward to a great day out, packed with motoring heritage.


“The thought of my dad kept me going” as woman completes dementia charity trek

26 September 2025
“The thought of my dad kept me going” as woman completes dementia charity trek

“The thought of my dad kept me going” as woman completes dementia charity trek

26 September 2025

Powered on by the love of her dad, a woman has completed a gruelling 96-mile trek in Scotland and raised thousands of pounds for dementia charities.


On Freedom’s Wings open days, while on site construction continues

25 September 2025
On Freedom’s Wings open days, while on site construction continues

On Freedom’s Wings open days, while on site construction continues

25 September 2025

A series of open days have been organised to allow the public to safely view On Freedom’s Wings while the site is still under construction.


Second world war sacrifices to be commemorated

25 September 2025
Second world war sacrifices to be commemorated

Second world war sacrifices to be commemorated

25 September 2025

A special ceremony will be held in Newark this weekend to commemorate the 1944 Warsaw Uprising.


Weir tragedy remembered on 50th anniversary

25 September 2025
Weir tragedy remembered on 50th anniversary

Weir tragedy remembered on 50th anniversary

25 September 2025

A tragedy which claimed the lives of 10 men 50 years ago has been remembered by one of the first policemen to respond to the incident.


Lancaster painting gifted to care home with Second World War links

24 September 2025
Lancaster painting gifted to care home with Second World War links

Lancaster painting gifted to care home with Second World War links

24 September 2025

A care home has been presented with a painting of a Lancaster Bomber in honour of the site’s wartime links.


Full roof replacement needed for Town Hall

24 September 2025
Full roof replacement needed for Town Hall

Full roof replacement needed for Town Hall

24 September 2025

A full repair of Newark Town Hall’s roof could cost as much as £1m, it is estimated.


Cemetery Chapel repairs agreed

23 September 2025
Cemetery Chapel repairs agreed

Cemetery Chapel repairs agreed

23 September 2025

Newark Town Council has agreed to appoint an contractor to carry out to repairs and renovations at the Newark Cemetery Chapel.


Countryside fun returns at traditional show

22 September 2025
Countryside fun returns at traditional show

Countryside fun returns at traditional show

22 September 2025

The annual Collingham Show and Ploughing Match returned for a glorious celebration of countryside entertainment and traditional agricultural skills.


Latest planning applications submitted for decision

22 September 2025
Latest planning applications submitted for decision

Latest planning applications submitted for decision

22 September 2025

The following planning applications have been submitted to Newark and Sherwood District Council for decision.


Concern that town will be “taxed twice” under Local Government Reorganisation plans

22 September 2025
Concern that town will be “taxed twice” under Local Government Reorganisation plans

Concern that town will be “taxed twice” under Local Government Reorganisation plans

22 September 2025

Concerns have been raised that Newark residents will be “taxed twice” under current proposals to reshape councils across Nottinghamshire.


Largest antiques fair in Europe to return for 40th anniversary

21 September 2025
Largest antiques fair in Europe to return for 40th anniversary

Largest antiques fair in Europe to return for 40th anniversary

21 September 2025

The largest antiques fair in Europe will be returning to Newark this autumn for a special 40th anniversary event.


Funds released from Doris’s legacy for bandstand refurb would make her ‘very proud’

19 September 2025
Funds released from Doris’s legacy for bandstand refurb would make her ‘very proud’

Funds released from Doris’s legacy for bandstand refurb would make her ‘very proud’

19 September 2025

A legacy fund will be used to refurbish a Newark landmark, following council approval.

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Major church restoration project on track as ‘all hands on deck’

19 September 2025
Major church restoration project on track as ‘all hands on deck’

Major church restoration project on track as ‘all hands on deck’

19 September 2025

All hands are on deck to ensure that major restoration and heritage works at Newark Parish Church are completed in time for Christmas.


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