December

Recycle and repurpose your Christmas tree with the District Council

Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Christmas Tree Recycling scheme is back for another year and residents can book their collection now!

Council agrees £5.5million investment for new Southwell swimming facility

At a meeting of its Cabinet on 19 December 2023, Newark and Sherwood District Council agreed to allocate £5.5million to develop a new swimming facility at Southwell leisure centre.

The District Council continues efforts to tackle anti-social behaviour with CCTV investments

ASB is down by 23% and Newark and Sherwood District Council is continuing to crackdown on anti-social behaviour (ASB) as recommendations to enhance the district’s CCTV network are approved.

Joy shared through Palace gift donations

With the kindness of local people, the Palace Theatre Newark has been able to spread some extra Christmas joy this year. Not just through their spectacular pantomime Snow White, but through Palace Presents, a gift donation scheme initially set up in 2020.

District Council approves two new policies to ensure the continued safety of tenants

Two policies, Building Safety in the Home and Damp and Mould, approved by the District Council, will ensure the continued safety of tenants in their homes by providing a customer-centred approach.

A sustainable start to the New Year with the District Council

Enhancing our natural environment and inspiring the next generation to share our love of nature is a vital part of creating a greener future for Newark and Sherwood,  and the District Council has committed to do just that with the return of the Free Tree Scheme for a fifth year and a free bird box giveaway to local primary schools as part of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)’s Big Garden Bird Watch.

Councillor Keith Melton, Portfolio Holder for Climate Change at Newark and Sherwood District Council, visits Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) in Sheffield

Following a visit to an Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) in Sheffield, Councillor Keith Melton, Portfolio Holder for Climate Change at Newark and Sherwood District Council said: "Last week I had the fascinating opportunity to visit an Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) in Sheffield, and see where some of our waste goes to be transformed into energy to power homes.

Get ready to laugh and cheer as this year's panto is here!

Heigh-ho, heigh-ho, it’s off to panto we go! Get ready to be dazzled and amazed as the Palace Theatre Newark brings you the most spellbinding Christmas adventure with this year’s pantomime, Snow White.

District Council propose to invest £5.5m in new swimming facilities in Southwell

Newark and Sherwood District Council has today announced that it is proposing to commit £5.5m to build a brand-new swimming facility in Southwell.

District Council plan for next four years agreed

Ambitious plans to improve life in Newark and Sherwood were approved at Tuesday’s Full Council meeting after all Councillors adopted a new Community Plan covering the next four years.

This document sets out the priorities and vision of the Council and has been carefully thought through by Members of Cabinet, Chairs and Vice Chairs over the course of a number of months.

StreetLink support for rough sleepers in Newark and Sherwood

If you see someone sleeping rough and you want to help, you can now alert the right support groups through one website, StreetLink.

The District Council unveils exciting new plans for Sherwood Avenue Park

Newark and Sherwood District Council is thrilled to unveil plans to reinvigorate Sherwood Avenue Park, which were shaped by ideas and feedback from the local community.

The District Council brings solar energy to the Newark Beacon

Newark and Sherwood District Council continues work towards achieving its carbon net zero target as the installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels starts at the Newark Beacon.

An exciting time for Ollerton: plans for new town centre revealed

Exciting and transformational plans for a new Ollerton Town Centre have been revealed as part of the ongoing regeneration project.  The initial plans can be viewed on the District Council website at www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/ollertonregen

District Council continues to support communities and businesses through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund

Newark and Sherwood District Council is continuing to invest in local communities and support local businesses by funding a range of projects and programmes through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF).

Receive expert advice on how to grow your business

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 grow and thrive.

Find out more about 32 Stodman Street project at drop-in event

Those who want to find out more about the work taking place at the former M&S building on Stodman Street in Newark are invited to a drop-in event taking place in Newark Market Place on Friday 8 December between 11am and 3pm.