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I witnessed nuclear tests 60 years ago - and I'm frightened about the dangers of today

14 February 2018
I witnessed nuclear tests 60 years ago - and I'm frightened about the dangers of today

I witnessed nuclear tests 60 years ago - and I'm frightened about the dangers of today

14 February 2018

An Army veteran who witnessed Britain’s nuclear weapons tests on a Pacific island 60 years ago believes the world is entering a dangerous new phase.


Burglary victim left in tears after daylight raid

13 February 2018
Burglary victim left in tears after daylight raid

Burglary victim left in tears after daylight raid

13 February 2018

A burglary victim said she sobbed after realising that sentimental items from her sister – who died just four months ago – had been taken in a daylight raid.


New poly tunnel to replace school's structure damaged by Storm Doris

12 February 2018
New poly tunnel to replace school's structure damaged by Storm Doris

New poly tunnel to replace school's structure damaged by Storm Doris

12 February 2018

A primary school has received a new poly tunnel to replace one damaged by Storm Doris.


Social group aims to aid deaf people

12 February 2018
Social group aims to aid deaf people

Social group aims to aid deaf people

12 February 2018

A group is being set up for deaf people and those who are hard of hearing so they can meet and exchange information.


Launching social media "intelligent alternative"

01 February 2018
Launching social media "intelligent alternative"

Launching social media "intelligent alternative"

01 February 2018

An entrepreneur who has spent most of his life in Newark is launching a new website he says could rival Twitter and Reddit.


Part of Newark town centre road to be closed from Saturday

23 January 2018
Part of Newark town centre road to be closed from Saturday

Part of Newark town centre road to be closed from Saturday

23 January 2018

Part of a key town centre road will be closed from Saturday as part of work to improve Newark’s sewer system.


Fears over impact on Newark town centre if M&S moves to new site

18 January 2018
Fears over impact on Newark town centre if M&S moves to new site

Fears over impact on Newark town centre if M&S moves to new site

18 January 2018

A business leader said the proposed loss of a high street giant from the centre of Newark could pose problems for the whole town.


Fly-tipping appeal after fridges dumped by river

17 January 2018
Fly-tipping appeal after fridges dumped by river

Fly-tipping appeal after fridges dumped by river

17 January 2018

A dog walker found fly-tipped fridges and car parts on the banks of the River Trent between Newark and Farndon.


Tennis club's concerns over next move

13 January 2018
Tennis club's concerns over next move

Tennis club's concerns over next move

13 January 2018

A club chairman says current plans for a sports village in Newark do not meet its needs, despite admitting it must move to progress.


Eric Lichaj finally picks up his dog - from a Derby County fan

10 January 2018
Eric Lichaj finally picks up his dog - from a Derby County fan

Eric Lichaj finally picks up his dog - from a Derby County fan

10 January 2018

Nottingham Forest’s FA Cup hero Eric Lichaj was rewarded for his two-goal salvo against Arsenal by picking up a pet from a breeder – who turned out to be a Derby County fan.


School buys three defibrillators after fundraising success

09 January 2018
School buys three defibrillators after fundraising success

School buys three defibrillators after fundraising success

09 January 2018

A school has three new pieces of life-saving equipment following a fundraising campaign.


Drivers continue to use mobile phones at wheel despite tougher punishments

04 January 2018
Drivers continue to use mobile phones at wheel despite tougher punishments

Drivers continue to use mobile phones at wheel despite tougher punishments

04 January 2018

Dozens of motorists have continued to flout the law despite tougher punishments for those who use mobile phones at the wheel.


Boxing couple are a perfect combination

03 January 2018
Boxing couple are a perfect combination

Boxing couple are a perfect combination

03 January 2018

Britain’s first boxing couple said mutual support helps them through a gruelling schedule — but they insist on no hugs and kisses when training at the gym.


Tributes are paid across region

30 December 2017
Tributes are paid across region

Tributes are paid across region

30 December 2017

A dance pose adopted as a tribute to a six-year-old boy who died just before Christmas has been performed by people across the region today.


Call for camera to be installed after yet more waste is dumped

30 December 2017
Call for camera to be installed after yet more waste is dumped

Call for camera to be installed after yet more waste is dumped

30 December 2017

A resident wants a camera installed on his road after several incidents of fly-tipping.


A bird's eye view of Newark

30 December 2017
A bird's eye view of Newark

A bird's eye view of Newark

30 December 2017

The beauty of Newark was captured in this stunning aerial photograph by a firm specialising in pictures taken from the skies.


Dancing in tribute to Daniel

28 December 2017
Dancing in tribute to Daniel

Dancing in tribute to Daniel

28 December 2017

People have been posting pictures of themselves online performing a dance move that was the favourite of a six-year-old boy who tragically died just before Christmas.


Thieves steal hundreds of pounds from Newark charity shop

21 December 2017
Thieves steal hundreds of pounds from Newark charity shop

Thieves steal hundreds of pounds from Newark charity shop

21 December 2017

The theft of £500 from a charity shop just days before Christmas has been branded “sickening”.


Stepping out to help life-saving appeal

20 December 2017
Stepping out to help life-saving appeal

Stepping out to help life-saving appeal

20 December 2017

A fundraiser braved bitterly conditions to complete a 44-mile walk in aid of a defibrillator appeal.


Boxing clever on a huge scale

20 December 2017
Boxing clever on a huge scale

Boxing clever on a huge scale

20 December 2017

As Christmas fast approaches, staff at Dixons Carphone warehouse just outside Newark have been sorting, packing and delivering thousands of items.


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