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With a backdrop of the Sunflower quilt created to celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day in 2022, Newark and Sherwood District Council hosted an evening of entertainment and food to say thank you to the hosts from around the district and to bring the families together one year on from the first guests arriving.
Posted on: Thursday, May 25, 2023
More than 30 drivers were stopped as officers began a series of operations to clamp down on fly-tippers and illegal waste collectors blighting communities.
Posted on: Wednesday, May 24, 2023
At last night’s Annual Full Council Meeting, Councillor Paul Peacock was appointed as the Leader of Newark and Sherwood District Council.
Posted on: Wednesday, May 24, 2023
During the Full Council meeting on Tuesday 23 May, the Chairman’s Chosen Charity, the Children’s Bereavement Centre in Newark, received a cheque for a generous donation of £4,508.11.
Posted on: Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Last week Newark and Sherwood District Council joined together with Nottinghamshire Police and Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service to host an educational day dedicated to water safety.
Posted on: Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Newark’s Market Place is looking a lot brighter all of a sudden thanks to the addition of hundreds of colourful umbrellas hanging above the square. The installation, launched on an ironically sunny Wednesday by Newark Creates, is part of the nationwide Neurodiversity Umbrella Project and is designed to represent the one in five of us who have a neurodevelopmental condition, such as ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia or Tourette’s syndrome.
Posted on: Thursday, May 18, 2023
Sign up and support a good cause today and not only will you be in with the chance of winning weekly cash prizes of up to £25,000, but if you enter before Saturday 27 May, you will be in with the chance of winning a European city break, all for just £1 a week!
Posted on: Thursday, May 18, 2023
One of the 18th century’s finest neoclassical architects, John Carr of York made an important imprint on Britain’s heritage.
Posted on: Thursday, May 18, 2023
Most residents will have received their energy support discount automatically from their energy supplier. However, there are a significant number of residents who are eligible for the discount and may not realise that they need to apply for this support.
Posted on: Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Statement from Newark and Sherwood District Council and Active4Today.
Posted on: Monday, May 15, 2023
Residents in Newark and Sherwood are being invited to have their say on the future development of the Sherwood Avenue park in Newark.
Posted on: Thursday, May 11, 2023
An exciting two-day Food and Drink Festival is on its way to Newark’s Town Centre at the end of May.
Posted on: Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Rural businesses in the district can now apply for funding to support capital projects that address challenges faced in local rural areas. Thanks to Newark and Sherwood District Council, an extra £891k is secured over the next two years to develop and invest in rural communities and the economy.
Posted on: Tuesday, May 9, 2023
The Newark and Sherwood District Council, Parish and Town Council elections were held on Thursday 4 May 2023. The count then took place on Friday 5 May 2023. You can find the results of the elections on our website.
Posted on: Thursday, May 4, 2023
Volunteer students at Newark Orchard School have undertaken a community improvement project led by Volunteer It Yourself (VIY). Supported by Newark and Sherwood Council, through funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, the project will provide practical skills for young people between the ages of 14 and 24.
Posted on: Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Newark and Sherwood District Council are again offering a series of one-hour sessions for local businesses who wish to receive free specialist and local support to help them thrive.
Posted on: Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Newark and Sherwood District Council is taking part in No Mow May for a fourth year and letting the grass grow in certain areas to help create a greener district.
Posted on: Friday, April 28, 2023
Coronation fun for all ages is being offered at the National Civil War Centre on Saturday 6 May. Their monthly Family Saturday event is getting a royal makeover with fantastic activities to enjoy throughout their galleries.
Posted on: Thursday, April 27, 2023
Newark and Sherwood District Council is pleased to share that Notts Green Rewards, an online platform that rewards residents for living sustainably, has been shortlisted for two prestigious awards.
Posted on: Monday, April 24, 2023
Sign up and support a good cause today and not only will you be in with the chance of winning weekly cash prizes of up to £25,000, but if you enter before Saturday 29 April, you will be in with the chance of winning an amazing Apple tech bundle, all for just £1 a week!
Posted on: Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Residents of Newark and Sherwood are now able to enjoy one of the area’s national attractions for free! The National Civil War Centre in Newark will permanently be offering local people the opportunity to enjoy its fascinating galleries, fun interactives, family games and dressing up at no cost.
Posted on: Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Growing a business in a sustainable way can be daunting even for experienced business owners.
Posted on: Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Newark and Sherwood District Council is reminding residents that there will be scheduled lane closures on the A1 this week, as its teams of staff work through the nights to tackle littering that continues to blight the area.
Posted on: Monday, April 17, 2023
Newark and Sherwood District Council has been awarded £891,417 through the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) to invest in rural communities across the district between April 2023 and March 2025.
Posted on: Thursday, April 13, 2023
The Coronation weekend is quickly approaching and celebrations won’t be complete without some cake. Luckily, a fantastic Coronation Themed Cake Decorating Class is coming to Newark on Friday 5 May, just in time for the festivities.
Posted on: Tuesday, April 11, 2023
To celebrate the unveiling of Newark Northgate docking station, residents and visitors in Newark will be able to access the bikes for free until Sunday 30 April.
Posted on: Thursday, April 6, 2023
The statement of persons Nominated has been published and is available to download as a PDF
Posted on: Wednesday, April 5, 2023
The Great British Spring Clean has been a success around Newark and Sherwood once again, thanks to the 197 dedicated local volunteers who took part, and the jam-packed schedule of green activities hosted by Newark and Sherwood District Council.
Posted on: Wednesday, April 5, 2023
The school holidays are here and Newark’s National Civil War Centre is inviting local families to come and play in its galleries for free with great activities to enjoy together.
Posted on: Tuesday, April 4, 2023
The Air and Space Institute (ASI) has announced a new strategic partnership with Nottingham Trent University (NTU) – The Times and The Sunday Times Modern University of the Year for 2023.
Posted on: Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Through UK Shared Prosperity Funding, Newark and Sherwood District Council have been able to support partners YMCA Newark and Sherwood in the delivery of an adventure guides programme to support the local community whilst protecting wildlife and building a sense of pride in place.
Posted on: Monday, March 27, 2023
The Palace Theatre has launched a brand new website and booking system this week!
Posted on: Thursday, March 23, 2023
During the Great British Spring Clean week, Newark and Sherwood District Council has confirmed the imminent installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels across several of its buildings as it continues with its target to become carbon neutral by 2035.
Posted on: Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Businesses in Ollerton are encouraged to complete a survey to help the District Council understand the current conditions of the town and what support businesses feel is needed to help them thrive.
Posted on: Wednesday, March 22, 2023
The District Council already has over 12,000 signed up to their garden recycling service and are reminding residents that they can still join or renew their membership to the service for 2023/24.
Posted on: Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Today, Newark and Sherwood District Council, as part of its Great British Spring Clean Week, has announced that the new community garden, developed on land adjacent to Newark Library, is open and available to book free of charge to any community group or individual for activities and events!
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After a hugely successful debut last year which saw over 4000 visitors flock to its grounds, Newark Castle will once again be hosting a free Medieval Fun Day next month.
Posted on: Tuesday, March 21, 2023
The District Council continues work to protect, maintain and enhance the district’s biodiversity and landscapes, and create a greener Newark and Sherwood.
Posted on: Tuesday, March 21, 2023
The Great British Spring Clean is underway in Newark and Sherwood, and the District Council have given over 70 Town and Parish Council’s a free tree sapling to plant as part of their program of green activities for the campaign.
Posted on: Sunday, March 19, 2023
Next week residents are invited to have their say on exciting plans for a new Castle-themed playground and Fitness Zone at Sconce and Devon Park.
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Newark is a well-connected town, rich in history, featuring a vast number of unique and independent shops. It’s home to Newark Castle, the National Civil War Centre, as well as a host of local businesses. It’s well loved by residents and visitors but like any town, it too, has its challenges.
Posted on: Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Newark and Sherwood District Council is bringing the Great British Spring Clean to Balderton, and tackling a variety of cleaner, safer, greener issues during an upcoming Day of Action next week.
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Work to bring full fibre connectivity within reach of almost every home and business in Newark gets underway as CityFibre, the UK’s largest independent full fibre platform, breaks ground on a new infrastructure rollout that will future-proof the town’s digital needs for generations to come.
Posted on: Tuesday, March 14, 2023
A cultural programme bringing creative fun to the streets of Newark is delighted to be able to move forward with another action-packed year of fun for all ages, following a successful bid for £87,000 of funding from Arts Council England this year.
Posted on: Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Last week saw celebrations of International Women’s Day take place worldwide, with messages of female empowerment lighting up social media. At Newark’s National Civil War Centre, the spirit of this important occasion is continuing to be honoured with a brand-new exhibition celebrating female stories open from now until Wednesday 3 June.
Posted on: Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Visitors to Newark’s town centre will soon be taken back to the early 20th century as two Grade II listed buildings are to be transformed thanks to funding from Historic England and Newark and Sherwood District Council.
Posted on: Monday, March 13, 2023
The Great British Spring Clean returns to Newark and Sherwood this Friday, and the District Council’s jam-packed schedule of activities begins!
Posted on: Monday, March 13, 2023
A fantastic programme of events for 2023 taking place in Newark Town Centre has been confirmed, promising a year of exciting events for residents and visitors alike to enjoy.
Posted on: Monday, March 13, 2023
Newark and Sherwood District Council partnered up with Nottinghamshire Police on Saturday to raise awareness about the dangers of Cocaethylene, as part of the Safer Streets scheme.
Posted on: Monday, March 13, 2023
For most people in Newark and Sherwood, your Council Tax is made up of five main parts. The main bulk, 73.2%, is set by Nottinghamshire County Council and it has set its increase for 2023 – 2024 at 4.84%.
Posted on: Thursday, March 9, 2023