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Metal theft sparks evacuation in Retford

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:37:36 GMT

Police are warning about the dangers of metal theft after burglars struck at Retford Squash Club and caused a dangerous gas leak.

Roy Walker is business awards’ main speaker

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:02:35 GMT

TV funnyman and presenter Roy Walker has been confirmed as the main speaker at this year’s Gainsborough Business Awards.

Sandwich designers bid for glory

Thu, 09 May 2013 14:52:58 GMT

Staff at a Worksop sandwich manufacturer will be hoping for glory when they travel to London next week to compete in a national competition.

Young engineers scoop prize

Thu, 02 May 2013 14:27:32 GMT

A team of budding engineers from a Worksop school have been awarded the top prize in the regional finals of a national engineering competition.

Talking Transport: More trains for Gainsborough?

Wed, 01 May 2013 12:11:09 GMT

It was recently announced that from May 25th a Saturday Trans Pennine Express train travelling between Sheffield and Cleethorpes would use the Brigg Line until the railway is restored at Hatfield following a land slip earlier this year.

Free insurance in bid to boost market trade

Wed, 01 May 2013 12:07:56 GMT

Would-be entreneurs are invited to take advantage of West Lindsey District Council’s offer of free insurance for new market holders in a bid to boost struggling trade.

Nominate NOW for the Gainsborough Business Awards 2013

Wed, 01 May 2013 11:56:21 GMT

The Gainsborough Business Awards have returned for 2013 to celebrate the wealth of great entrepreneurial talent in our area - so get nominating now.

Two town firms join forces for local community

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:48:37 GMT

Two local firms have joined forces as Galatia and its main material supplier Jacksons are building on their strong business relationship to give something back to the community in Gainsborough.

Council say ‘Market and Church Street work is nearly done’

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:31:29 GMT

West Lindsey District Council (WLDC) has assured the Gainsborough Standard that work being done to develop Church Street and Market Street is ‘on schedule’.

Eco award for Cross Street plan

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:30:02 GMT

A unique makeover of a Victorian house and an ex-council car park in one of the most deprived areas in the district has scooped a top award.

250 tonnes of sand and soil blown onto road in Scotton

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:28:18 GMT

Motorists and residents in the Gainsborough area are advised to plan ahead as the A159 Laughton Road at Scotton has been closed due to 250 tonnes of sand and topsoil blocking part of the route.

A159 Laughton Road closed at Scotton due to 250 tonnes of sand (Tuesday 23rd April)

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:56:27 GMT

Motorists and residents in the Gainsborough are advised to plan ahead as the A159 Laughton Road at Scotton has been closed due to 250 tonnes of sand and topsoil blocking an area the road.

Furniture designer is finalist for awards

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:12:21 GMT

A north Notts furniture maker and designer has made it through to the final of the Craft and Design annual Selected Awards.

Help is at hand from A1 Housing Advice Team

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:00:52 GMT

Bassetlaw tenants met with MP John Mann, district councillors and A1 Housing chiefs to discuss how the Bedroom Tax affects them.

Successful Gainsborough firm looking to employ more people to celebrate growth

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:59:18 GMT

A successful Gainsborough firm is looking to expand by employing local workers and apprentices after an extremely positive year.

Love Gainsboro’ market event for next month

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:55:34 GMT

Gainsborough’s Market will be under the spotlight for a fortnight next month as part of a national scheme to celebrate the importance of markets - and you can get involved.