Environment

Villagers who could be surrounded by solar farms have reacted with dismay to the announcement of plans for a new battery farm.

One of Nottinghamshire’s most famous trees will be involved in a new project which could show how to make large trees in public spaces safer.

Residents of rural villages who could be surrounded by solar panels have raised further concerns about pollution and noise.

A group of volunteers are helping keep their village clean and have cleared hundreds of items of litter - including a bowling ball!

While the weather doesn’t quite seem to know what season it is, a look around quickly confirms that it is definitely spring.

Student luthiers fear their heritage craft could be ‘cut off at the source’ after Newark’s violin school’s cancellation of its degree courses.

A tree campaigner has spoken of her delight after news that plans to “devastate” a beloved oak tree have been refused.

Consider adding your voice as we urge Government to ensure the Planning and Infrastructure Bill doesn’t lead to new developments affecting wildlife.

Nottinghamshire’s water supplier says it is still on track to meet targets for cutting sewage spills following criticism from an MP.

From using off road bikes to catching horses, more police officers are to be trained to tackle rural crime.

Grassy areas will be left to grow throughout this month as Newark and Sherwood District Council will be embracing No Mow May.

The public outrage over the felling of an ancient oak highlights the connection many of us have with ancient trees.

A poignant tree planting has helped feed the legacy of a famous apple.

A new study aims to help monitor native, wild hedgehogs by harnessing the combined potential of personal trail cameras in people’s gardens.

Last week, The Wildlife Trust joined over 30 charities in calling on the Government to make urgent repairs to its the new planning reforms.

Lincolnshire is becoming a hotspot for solar farms.

With the lighter nights due to the clocks going forward coinciding with a few clear sunny days, the impact has seemed dramatic.

A cafe is going to repurpose coffee beans in a bid to help the environment.

A council is offering its support to major solar project which could see one of the UKs largest solar parks built in Newark and Sherwood.

Plans to turn a golf course into a holiday lodge site have faced objections from councillors.