Fine for woman whose waste was dumped
A Retford woman has been ordered to pay a total of £748 by Mansfield Magistrates Court for failing to ensure her rubbish was properly disposed of, less than a month after pleading guilty to a similar offence.
Worksop Explosion: Statement from Cllr Julie Leigh, Leader of Bassetlaw District Council.
“We have all been shocked and concerned by yesterday’s incident on John Street in Worksop, which has had a huge impact on this community.
Investment in Retford and Worksop Markets approved
Bassetlaw District Council is making improvements to Retford and Worksop’s outdoor markets to help safeguard their future and make them more financially sustainable.
Funding tackles loneliness in rural village
A group in Rampton that is working to tackle social isolation and loneliness has been supported with a Bassetlaw Councillor Community Grant.
Bassetlaw Museum takes action to preserve its collection
Bassetlaw Museum is taking positive action to help preserve its extensive and historically valuable collection for future generations.
Celebration held to mark 80th Anniversary of VE Day
Bassetlaw District Council alongside the Worksop and Retford branches of the Royal British Legion have come together to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE day.
Move More in May returns to Kings Park!
Move More in May will end on a high with a celebration event in Retford recognising a month of movement from Bassetlaw residents.
The Invisible Light shines brightly at Bassetlaw Museum
Images created with a hidden meaning using ultraviolet (UV) light, which is invisible to most people, have gone on show at Bassetlaw Museum.
Grants to help Community activities
Young people in Harworth and Bircotes will be able to access more community sport sessions thanks to a £700 grant from two Bassetlaw District Councillors.
Council appoints new Chair for 2025-26
Cllr Tony Eaton has been sworn in as the new Chair of Bassetlaw District Council during the Council’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 14th May.
New accessible exercise equipment is coming to The Canch in Worksop
Bassetlaw District Council is bringing a more accessible, community friendly outdoor gym to The Canch in Worksop.
Mosquitoes to be studied in Gamston this summer as part of national project to improve monitoring
Gamston in Retford is among the places to undergo mosquito surveillance this summer as part of a national project to understand mosquito activity across Britain.
Retford Book Festival set to be a real ‘page turner!’
Excitement is building ahead of the very first Retford Book Festival, which is being supported by a generous donation from a group of Bassetlaw District Councillors. Taking place between Monday 9th and Sunday 15th June, the event offers children, young people and adults the chance to engage with different authors and learn about creative techniques and experiences by some of the best in their field.
Bassetlaw District Council’s Leader positive about the year ahead
The Leader of Bassetlaw District Council is looking forward to continuing to deliver projects, which improve the aspirations and life chances of the people who live and work here, over the coming 12 months.