News

Newark and Sherwood District Council, working in partnership with Nottinghamshire Police has secured a Closure Order on a property in Rainworth after continued reports of serious anti-social behaviour.

For centuries, the Major Oak has stood at the heart of Sherwood Forest, a living bridge between the past and present. This ancient giant, with a canopy stretching nearly 92 feet and a trunk measuring 33 feet around, has always been more than a tree. It has been a landmark, a gathering place, and a keeper of stories.

New figures show that incidents of anti-social behaviour (ASB) across Newark and Sherwood have fallen significantly over the past three years, as partners continue to work together to keep communities safe.

Edwinstowe Community Cricket Club is celebrating the successful opening of its brand-new cricket practice nets, marking a major milestone for grassroots sport in the village. 

Newark and Sherwood District Council has purchased three bleed kits that will be installed in a number of locations across Newark through the Situational Crime Fund from the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner.

Residents across Newark and Sherwood are being encouraged to take simple, everyday actions to protect the environment as part of this year’s Great Big Green Week by becoming a local Green Champion.

Newark and Sherwood District Council and Ollerton and Boughton Town Council are celebrating a significant milestone in the transformation of Ollerton town centre, as planning permission has now been granted for the ambitious regeneration scheme.

A number of major regeneration projects across Newark and Sherwood are continuing to make progress, including key developments in Newark, Ollerton and Clipstone.

Newark and Sherwood District Council has been awarded the bronze standard from The Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA) for its work on supporting survivors of domestic abuse.

Nominations for this year’s Newark and Sherwood Community and Sports Awards are now open – from Friday 29 May until Friday 3 July – so cast your votes!