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Appeal to buy new scanner for hospital AN appeal has been launched to raise £550,000 for a new high-tech scanner at King’s Mill Hospital, Sutton, to speed up the diagnosis of diseases like cancer.

ELLIE Downie with youngsters at Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield.

Gymnastic inspiration ELLIE Downie, one of the most successful female artistic gymnasts in British history, passed on tips to youngsters at Oak Tree Leisure Centre, Mansfield. Ellie, 18, picked prizedraw winners for the centre’s Commonwealth Games Sporting Challenge, answered questions about her career and gave tips on healthy eating. The challenge included a range of free taster sessions to encourage and inspire people of all ages to become more active. The winner of the over-12s prize was Eweline, who won a one-month gym pass. She said she tried out different sports with her children, Tomasz, (8), and Emilia, (5), during the challenge. She said it was a great opportunity to try new activities and Tomasz enjoyed tennis so much that he

was going to start playing regularly. The under-12s winner, Harry Gilbert, received a one-month swim pass. The leisure centre, run by Serco Leisure on behalf of Mansfield District Leisure Trust (MDLT), added a Jump Into Gymnastics programme to its events a year ago and has more than 100 children, aged 4-11, regularly attending sessions. Ellie was the first GB gymnast to win a European all-around gold medal and represented her country at the 2016 Olympic Games in Brazil. Darren Kissane, commercial manager of MDLT, said: “It was a great chance for our Jump Into Gymnastics children to get a close-up look at a GB gymnastics superstar. “This can only help to inspire

the next generation of local youngsters to get involved in this great sport.” Ellie, whose visit was part of her opening a new Aldi store in Mansfield, said: “I live and train fairly close by so it’s nice to be able to support and give back to the local community. “Hopefully I can inspire other children in Mansfield to try the sport and, who knows, one may even become a future Olympian.” Aldi is donating fresh fruit to the leisure centre as part of its Get Set To Eat Fresh initiative, which aims to encourage children, aged 5 to 14, to develop a love for fresh, healthy food. Places are available on the leisure centre’s gymnastics programme by calling 0345 0000231. l SEE page 6 for report on the opening of the Aldi store.

Money raised through the campaign, which is being run by the hospital’s charity, will be used to buy a gamma scanner with CT scanning technology for the nuclear medicine department at the hospital. It will enable more than 2,000 patients each year to have advanced scans and revolutionise how they are diagnosed and treated. Over the next 10 years, cancer, heart, urology and many other patients are expected to benefit from the scanner, which will show how the body and its organs function, as well as producing images of inside the body by combining the technology of both a gamma scanner and CT in a single scan. This will reduce the number of scans a patient might need and speed up diagnosis and treatment time. It will reduce invasive procedures. Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust, which runs the hospital, is urging the community, businesses and fundraising groups to get behind the appeal in any way they can. Nuclear medicine specialist at the trust, Robert Bradley, said: “Our current gamma scanner is an integral piece of hospital equipment and has helped to diagnose cancer and other illnesses in more than 15,000 people over the last 10 years. “However, it is time to move with the times and bring new technology to the hospital that can benefit even more people. “The cost of replacing such an important piece of equipment is a big investment and so we need the help of as many people as possible — this is their opportunity to contribute to the future of nuclear medicine at their local hospital. “One of the benefits of the new gamma camera is that it will also include a CT scanning function so patients can have two different scans at the

DR Susan Geary and Robert Bradley are urging the public to back the £550,000 scanner appeal at King’s Mill Hospital. same time, cutting down on the number of hospital appointments and scans needed, and also enabling us to scan more patients.” Consultant radiologist at the trust, Dr Susan Geary, added: “The fusion of the functional data with the high-definition CT imaging allows me to report my findings with much greater accuracy than ever before. “This is particularly true when imaging the bones, such as when looking for spread of breast or prostate cancer, or looking for evidence of heart disease — two of the most common types of scan that we do. “It’s vital that we have access to the very latest technology to give our patients the best service.” It is hoped the new scanner will be working by summer 2019. Donations to the appeal can be made by texting 70070 and quoting SFHC18 to donate £5 or £10, online at JustGiving (www.justgiving.com/sher woodforest) or by cash or cheque at the Community Hub in the entrance of King’s Mill Hospital. Cheques should be made payable to Sherwood Forest Hospitals Charity.

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Bethany Wigley, 17, of Mansfield, is a sixth-form student at The Samworth Church Academy. She was crowned the new ambassador for the town at a ceremony at the John Fretwell Sporting Complex, Sookholme. Bethany — who is studying taking psychology, history and art — said she wanted to raise money for Rethink Mental Illness, a national mental health charity that aims to challenge attitudes and change lives. Runner-up was Daniella Marie Welsh, 18, of Shirebrook, and other finalists were Nikita Wilson, Elienore Pheasant and Lauren King. Her victory was part of a charity gala and auction, the last fundraising event by the previous Miss Mansfield and Sherwood Forest, Jessica Pinnick. A total of £2,380 was raised for Guide Dogs at A Night Of Inspiration — taking the total

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ABOVE: Finalists in the Miss Mansfield and Sherwood Forest competition and (left) winner Bethany Wigley is crowned by lasr year’s winner, Jessica Pinnick. PHOTOS: Courtesy Lorraine Frow/All Occasions Photography. raised during Jessica’s year to £7,776. She said: “I am beyond grateful for all the support I have received to raise this phenomenal amount for such an incredible charity. “I set out a target of £5,000 at the beginning of my year to name and sponsor a life-changing Guide Dog puppy. “With your help, we have smashed that goal. “This amount of money will literally change the life of a blind or partially-sighted person in the UK. “Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. “I have had the most amazing

year of my life and have memories I will treasure forever.” Inspirational award winners who were special guests on the night included Paralympian swimmers Ollie Hynd and Charlotte Henshaw, young boxer Nico Leivars and Nathan Edge, the brave Mansfield man who went blind overnight and now raises funds and awareness for Guide Dogs. Entertainment was by Ben Haynes (acoustic singer), Jon Pearson (comedian), Pete Jones (musician), the Christine March School of Dance and Paddy Shaw (saxophonist). Sponsors of A Night Of

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Mike set to shine again for Cazi A DETERMINED man is preparing for his fifth night-time marathon walk through the streets of London in tribute to his late wife.

Mike Farley, 62, of Ravenshead man, who was head of service at Mansfield District Council, managing the engineers’ and architects’ departments, will take part in the Shine Night Walk in aid of Cancer Research UK. His wife, Carol (Cazi), who also worked at the council, died from secondary breast cancer five years ago. This year’s walk, on 22nd September, coincides with the 20th anniversary of when the couple first met. Mike, who first featured in the NewsJournal in 2014, is hoping

MIKE Farley (also below, completing a Shine Night Walk) pictured with his wife, Cazi. to take his total amount of fundraising over the past five years to £20,000 after topping £17,000 last year. He said Cazi was his inspiration.

“I am sure Cazi is with me every step of the way,” he said. “Her inspiration and determination gives me the strength to take on the Shine every year. “She was my soulmate, a truly inspirational person who always had time for everyone and lived life to the full. “She had such a wonderful smile and always adopted a very positive approach to life, never letting her illness stop her making the most of every opportunity “Through people’s generosity we have made a real difference, helping to bring forward the day when we beat cancer and creating a lasting legacy in Cazi’s name.” Mike took part in his first Shine walk alone but now meets up with friends he has made through the event to tackle the 26.2 miles. He said it was a moving event with those taking part, known as Shiners, all having their own reasons or being there. “The Shine Walk is my way of contributing to the everlasting legacy that Cazi left in everyone’s heart,” Mike added. To support his fundraising this year, Mike is organising a charity ball for around 200 people at the Derbyshire Hotel, South Normanton, on 6th October. Tickets are due to go on sale to the public shortly. Email shine 4caziball@btinternet.com or go to Mike’s Facebook page, Shine For Cancer Research Mike Farley, for ticket details and for information of how to sponsor the ball or Mike on his walk.

Hunting for rural Oscars THE School of Artisan Food and the Welbeck Farm Shop have been announced as Midlands winners of the Countryside Alliance Awards, making it a double celebration for The Welbeck Estate. Scooping the regional titles for rural enterprise (The School of Artisan Food) and local food and drink (Welbeck Farm Shop), both finalists were selected by the judges from more than 11,000 nominations. They went to Parliament to contest the national finals of what are known as the rural Oscars, in the presence of MPs at the end of April. Julie Byrne, managing director, The School of Artisan Food, said: “We celebrate and champion local food producers and always look for ways to incorporate their seasonal goods into our courses, products and school dinners. “This Oscar is a marvellous way of demonstrating the respect we have for the local land, farmers and producers, and the lengths we go to ensure the future of artisan food skills.” Oliver Stubbins, of Welbeck Farm Shop, said: “We are a rural farm shop and the countryside is at the heart of everything we do. “We are located in a fantastic part of the country, which produces great local produce, and have a team and customer base that are really passionate about food.”

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Author uses new work to highlight autism MANSFIELD Woodhouse author K.L. Loveley has highlighted autism in her latest novel, Love, Secrets & Absolution.

The retired NHS nurse-turnedwriter used her medical knowledge to create the thought-provoking family drama about a boy with undiagnosed Asperger’s syndrome, a form of autism that affects how people perceive and interact with others. The release of the new book coincided with World Autism Awareness Week, which was pioneered by The National Autistic Society. Its aim is to increase awareness of the range of conditions that fall under the autism spectrum. Approximately 700,000 people in the UK are on the spectrum, which includes similar conditions like Asperger’s. In addition to the work of charities like the autistic society, several programmes have helped to raise awareness too, such as the BBC’s The A Word and Netflix’s Atypical. “It is reassuring to see the increasing number of books, films, and TV shows that sensitively address autism,” said K.L. Loveley.

AUTHOR K.L. Lovely with her new novel, Love, Secrets & Absolution, which highlights autism and is set locally against the backdrop of the 1984 miners’ strike. “I conducted thorough research about Asperger’s and used my medical experience and knowledge to sensitively write about this important topic. “My novel delves deep into the

condition and explores the psychological angst of both parent and child, from birth to adulthood.” K.L. Loveley has set her latest novel in Nottinghamshire against the backdrop of the 1984 miners’

strike. She has mentioned many local places and incorporated local dialect. Within her novel, she has acknowledged local librarian archivist Ann Sewell, who helped with local research. Writing under the pen name K.L. Loveley, the author published her debut novel, Alice, in February 2017. Love, Secrets & Absolution, by K.L. Loveley, is available from Amazon, Waterstones and other bookshops. l See page 19.

High note for Rotary competition

THE Samworth Church Academy, Mansfield, hosted the final of the Rotary District 1220 Young Musician Of The Year competition. Ten musicians from South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire performed to a high standard — five singers and five instrumentalists. Pictured, from left, are voice runner-up Kira Coombes, who

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Jamie Croshaw, 33, and sixyear-old Darcey have published Meet Crumb, which is written in flowing rhyme. It tells the tale of a magical creature and his adventures with an innocent, little girl, also called Darcey. Jamie, a watch manager at Edwinstowe Fire Station, said: “I keep myself busy writing fun children’s stories to share with my family, friends and, hopefully, you too. “Unfortunately my crazy writing does not pay the bills just yet, so I’m lucky enough to also work for Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service. “I love to read with my children (he and his wife, Stacey, 33, also have another daughter, one-yearold Myla). I like to test my ideas out on them first, “A cheeky giggle and I’m on the

FIREFIGHTER Jamie Croshaw and his daughter, Darcey, who dressed as a character from Meet Crumb for World Book Day celebrations. right track — a confused face means dad, take it out!” Jamie, a firefighter since 2002 and a former pupil at Meden School, Warsop, said Meet Crumb was an epic journey of fun, where ordinary human life collided with magic.

The book, which is illustrated, is said to be ideal for children aged five to nine. He has self-published Meet Crumb, despite getting an offer from a publisher, so he could retain more control. It is available from Amazon and WH Smith, priced £6.99.

New micro pub launched in Mansfield A MICRO pub with a nod towards hit TV show Peaky Blinders has opened in Mansfield. The Garrison, on Leeming Street, was named after the programme and sells real ale and gins, including Sadlers’ Peaky Blinders-inspired tipples. More at www.news-journal.co.uk

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MANSFIELD-BASED SDC Trailers returned to the UK’s Commercial Vehicle Show in April, one of a number of events it is attending to mark its 40th anniversary celebrations. Those will conclude with an anniversary banquet on 12th October to mark the milestone. SDC exhibited six trailers at the show at the NEC, each designed to meet the needs of operators in the haulage industry. Chief executive Enda Cushnahan said: “We were delighted to be back at the CV Show, showcasing the latest trailer innovations from SDC. “Our engineering and sales teams have been collectively working together to design smart trailers for the industry that will provide many economic benefits for the operator.” The Commercial Vehicle Show is the largest road freight transport event staged in the UK, attracting more than 21,000 visitors.

OLYMPIAN Ellie Downie cut a ribbon to officially open the new Aldi store in Mansfield.

The first 30 customers at the store on Oakleaf Close were given free fruit and vegetables by the gymnastics star. So far 23 new jobs have been created and Aldi is still recruiting for store assistants. Following the opening ceremony, Ellie visited Oak Tree Leisure Centre (see page 1) in the town and gave OLYMPIC gymnast Ellie Downie, second right, an inspirational speech to opens the store with, from left, Carolyn Hallam, budding athletes. of Mansfield District Leisure Trust, store manEllie also talked about the ager Matthew Hallam, mayor Kate Allsop and benefits of eating well and cooking with fresh produce as Mansfield District Council sports development part of Aldi’s Get Set To Eat officer Shaun Hird. Fresh. who also helped cut the ribbon to open “I loved paying a visit to the gymnastic the store, added: “It was inspiring for club at Oak Tree Leisure Centre as it’s local young gymnasts to have Ellie visit. important that we, as athletes, support “The benefit of exercise in all its forms grass-roots sports,” she said. is something we want to promote in the “Aldi’s sponsorship is helping many district to encourage people to be more young sportspeople compete at a global active and therefore healthier.” level. It’s something we appreciate.” Carolyn Hallam, sports and Matthew Hallam, Aldi store manager, community development manager at said: “It has been great to have Ellie Mansfield District Leisure Trust, said: visit our store as part of our opening “We were thrilled to have a gymnastics — it’s not every day you get to meet an superstar at Oak Tree to inspire the Olympian.” next generation of local youngsters to get involved in this great sport.” The Mayor of Mansfield, Kate Allsop,

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EDWINSTOWEBASED construction company Robert Woodhead Ltd has appointed Jenna Frudd (above) as its new business development manager. Jenna has been director of her own construction company and more recently managed high-end private housing developments. “Woodhead’s ethos and values are what attracted me to the role,” she said.

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ANDREA LEADSOM MP, leader of the House of Commons, with sixth-formers at Sutton Community Academy, Sutton.

Cabinet minister visit STUDENTS at Sutton Community Academy had their say on political issues when Andrea Leadsom MP, the leader of the House of Commons, visited. The teenagers tackled topics such as student loans, equality, house prices and lowering the voting age when the MP took part in a question-and-answer session. Mrs Leadsom was at the school to find out more about how its uses a teaching resource called Votes For Schools, designed to promote the understanding of democracy and politics among students by supplying teachers with resources to stimulate debate. She watched while Year 10

students took part in a debate about vegetarianism before sitting down with a group from the school’s sixth-form to find out their attitudes towards democracy, and answer questions. She also spoke about her campaign to improve working conditions within the House of Commons by establishing a new complaints system for staff and MPs who report being the victim of harassment and bullying. Among the students taking part in the session was Jessica Willmott, 18, who spoke of her fears of being able to afford her own home in the current climate of high property prices and a low supply of housing across the UK.

She said: “It was nice being able to speak to someone directly involved in politics because when you’re a young person there aren’t many people you can talk to who can tell you what you want to know.” Mrs Leadsom said: “I was very impressed with the students, who had strong views on all manner of subjects. “People often say that young people aren’t interested in politics, but today showed that not to be the case. They are interested, but they don’t find the process engaging. “The challenge for us is to engage with young people and get them to contribute to the political debate.”

Student cadets flying high TWO students at The Samworth Church Academy, Mansfield — Finn Hewitt and Lauren Greasley (right)— passed the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) cadet instructor course with flying colours, receiving a highly competent grade. Lauren and Finn attended a seven-day leadership/instructor course with the Army training team. The academy’s CCF leader, Zak Needham, said: “I have never seen one cadet get a highly competent grade before, never mind two.” Both students are now qualified to instruct cadets in the CCF syllabus. Finn has also qualified as a cadet first aid instructor.

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Projects showcased CREATING a virtual reality chemistry lesson and looking into the future of British farming post-Brexit were just some of the projects researched by A-level students at Vision West Nottinghamshire College.

Their work was part of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), taken by some students in England and Wales and equivalent to half an A-level. Students can choose their topic, but must show it is academically useful to their current studies or future career. They manage and plan a project, use research skills and learn to JOHNATHON Kemp shows his solve problems. ex-physics tutor, Debbie Varley, More than 40 students at the the VR app that he created. Mansfield college presented their

projects to tutors and family and friends. Johnathon Kemp, 18, who is studying chemistry, maths and physics, developed an app that enables students to undertake a virtual reality chemistry or physics lesson. He presented his EPQ to his parents and his former physics tutor. He said: “I’ve learnt things I’ve never done before during my EPQ, such as using code to create lessons. “I’ve also refined other skills that will be beneficial for the future when I study a degree in computer science, such as problem-solving, report-writing, time-management and researching and referencing.” English literature, history and law student Emily Burke based

her EPQ on the possible impact of Brexit on the British agricultural industry. Emily, who wants to go to Harper Adams University, Shropshire, to study a degree in agriculture, said: “This exercise has given me the opportunity to learn more about the industry that I am going into, and to find out more about a new era for farming.” Curriculum manager for academic studies, Stuart Booker, said: “Our students have produced some in-depth and varied studies. “They have demonstrated excellent planning skills, project management and working to deadlines, which will help prepare them for their future university and career goals.”

Switched on thanks to college AN ex-Serviceman who started studying at the college in 2014 has described his switch back into education as a lifeline. Stanley Smith, 47, spoke out after winning a regional skills competition. Stanley, a student on the Level 2 City & Guilds Electrical Electrotechnology course, scooped first place in the electrical installation category of WorldSkills UK’s Prepare East Midlands construction competitions, held at New College Stamford, for his skills in electrical circuit work. He joined students from various colleges in completing challenges in their respective trades, also including carpentry and joinery, plumbing and bricklaying, in an event designed to help learners practice in the lead-up to the WorldSkills competitions. Prior to studying for the electrical qualification, Stanley gained a Level 2 and 3 in painting and decorating, and a Level 2 in plastering, at West Notts. He said: “Coming to college was an absolute

lifeline. I had a career as a vehicle mechanic in the Army, joining when I was 16. “I fractured my neck in the Forces and suffered degenerative discs and other disabilities. “After leaving the Army I did ten years of driving. I was determined when I stopped that I wasn’t going to just sit and stare at four walls.” Having seen both his daughter, Maisie, and son, George, complete painting and decorating programmes at the college — while his other son, Richard, is studying for a catering qualification — Stanley decided that education was the path to follow. He added: “I’ve enjoyed my time at the college and winning the Prepare East Midlands challenge was a great motivator. Eventually I’d love to go into teaching.” Tutor and programme area leader David Marshall said: “Stan has got such drive and enthusiasm for the trade. I know he’ll be a STANLEY Smith (left) receives his winning trophy success and I’m trying to convince him to return from tutor and programme area leader David for a further year of study.” Marshall.

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STUDENTS had the chance to find out about university-level study at a higher education (HE) information day at Vision West Nottinghamshire College. It was designed to inspire Level 3 students to make HE their next choice for their studies. Representatives from several universities, together with the college’s own Vision University Centre, gave advice about the courses they offer, while guest speakers gave presentations on topics such as student finance. Students got involved in the fun side of higher education by donning a cap and gown on a mock stage and having their photograph taken graduation-style.

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Celebrating best in business BUSINESS leader Bill Taylor, affectionately known as Santa Bill for his work on Mansfield’s Christmas Lights display, has received a top award.

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He received the Outstanding Contribution to Mansfield and Ashfield accolade at the annual Mansfield and Ashfield 2020 Business Awards. Bill has worked tirelessly for the town for more than 40 years. He ran his business within the area and has continually given back to the business community, being a force behind many economic changes in the area aimed at boosting employment and Mansfield’s reputation. Bill’s vision and drive has ensured the town has had a dazzling Christmas lights display since 1999. 2020 chairman Russell Jones said: “To have business leaders within our community like Bill makes Mansfield and Ashfield what it is today. “He has spent a lifetime committed to improving the area, driving the economy forward and simply making things happen. “He is an inspiration and we are very proud of him.” More than 200 leading business people gathered to recognise achievements at the annual ball and business awards at the John Fretwell Sporting Complex, Mansfield. Hosted by Mansfield and Ashfield 2020 business development group, the event acknowledged and rewarded the achievement of local businesses that have shown entrepreneurial and enterprising fortitude, while recognising their contribution to the economic development of the Nottinghamshire area. There were eight categories together with the outstanding contribution award. Winners included: Commitment To The Community — Social Support Systems CIC. Business In The Community — Mansfield Building Society. New Business Of The Year —· Loxley’s The Removal Company Ltd.

BILL Taylor, who received the Outstanding Contribution to Mansfield and Ashfield award, pictured with the Mayor of Mansfield, Kate Allsop. Young Apprentice of the Year — Josh Payton, Asmech Systems Ltd, and Sharna Pilmore, ATFFE. Business Of The Year — R.E.A.L. Education. Excellence In Innovation And Design — Lindhurst Engineering. Customer Focus Initiative — Elizabeth Orridge Photography. Entrepreneurial Spirit — Personnel Solutions (Midlands) Ltd. The industrially-diverse finalists also included: Chic Boutique, Fitted Home, Hopkins Solicitors, i-Sourcer, Jack In A Box, Jigsaw Support Scheme, Pinewood Properties, PNE Controls Ltd, Portland College, Sherwood Knowledge, Spiritheart Holistic Animal Therapy, Steve Sheppard Transformation Coaching and Studio Six Nail Boutique. Beefy’s Caricatures provided entertainment throughout the evening and were followed by the band Gentlemen Of Leisure.

Event sponsors included Mansfield Building Society and i Sourcer. Each award category was individually sponsored by Ashfield District Council, Ashfield Effluent Services, Vision West Nottinghamshire College, Southwell Racecourse, Ron Brooks Mansfield Ltd, Banner Jones Solicitors and R.E.A.L. Education. Russell Jones added: “Without the loyalty of our members and valued support from our sponsors, we would not have been able to deliver an event that overwhelmed our attendees and delivered an evening that everyone deserved. “For that we are thankful. ‘This was our 12th awards evening and each year we attract more businesses — not only to enter an award, but also to join us at this event that celebrates our business community. “This is a reflection of the desire and drive to put Mansfield and Ashfield on the map. “The atmosphere was electric and we are very proud to be able to host an event that showcases excellence. We aim to build on our event year on year.” The evening also celebrated and recognised the finalists for their achievement and fortitude.

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£1,000 grants Student aiming for place in Miss to help groups England final in community A COMMUNITY fund has been launched to give grants to groups and charities in Ashfield.

It has been put together by Ashfield District Council in partnership with Nottinghamshire Community Foundation. The fund is to support people in Ashfield by making grants to constituted community groups and charities that work to directly benefit local communities. Groups can apply for grants of up to £1,000 to deliver projects under the council’s priority themes, which include health and wellbeing, economic growth, safer and stronger communities and the environment.

The Ashfield Community Fund closes for applications on 31st May. There may be a second round of grants awarded, depending on demand and available funds. Organisers said applications where match-funding and/or fundraising is being undertaken in relation to the grant being applied for would be considered favourably. Financial support cannot be given for direct employment of staff and/or building running costs. Applications for uniforms and sports kits will not be accepted. Go to https://www.ashfield.gov. uk for further information and details of how to apply.

Helping people to adopt a healthier lifestyle ACTIVE Ashfield has launched a new booklet aimed at people who want to take steps to getting active in Ashfield. Walking, running and cycling are seen as cost-effective ways of becoming physically active. The benefits include helping to aid weight loss, boost self-esteem, improve sleep and promote better wellbeing. The brochure provides information about local beginner groups and links to websites and apps to help people get started in a way that suits their lifestyle. Coun Don Davis, portfolio holder for place and economic growth at Ashfield District Council, said: “Health and

wellbeing is a priority for the council and there are lots of opportunities for people to get out in our parks and open spaces. “Running, walking and cycling can easily be built into people’s daily routine.” People can obtain a copy by contacting the Community Wellbeing Team on 01623 457410, e-mail c.hallam@ashfield.gov.uk

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THERE was a double celebration for Mansfield at the Miss England East Midlands regional competition at Kelham Hall. Chloe Rose Adkin, a 17-yearold student from the town, won the MeSheMe Top Model award and will contest the semi-finals of the Miss England contest. Chloe, who has sung in cathedrals in France and Belgium, was sponsored by Chelcie Florence Studios - Makeup, Hair & Beauty. She raised more than £900 for the competition’s chosen charities, Hope Against Cancer and Beauty With A Purpose. Chloe was one of four ladies from the East Midlands chosen to model for MeSheMe, the new ethical fashion brand, which launched online at Café De Paris, London, last year. A total of 30 ladies competed in a royal wedding guest-themed eco fashion show, where they had to create outfits from recycled materials. Chloe will represent the MeSheMe brand in the Miss England semi-final, also at Kelham Hall, on 3rd July, where she will have the chance to make it through to the Miss England final — the only contest in the country that sends its winner to Miss World. She also reached the semi-final

stages last year, where she represented Mansfield. Mansfield company DG Creative Flower Studio dressed the stage at the royal wedding-themed event.

PLANS are under way to install exercise equipment for teenagers in a Mansfield park. The trim trail at Fisher Lane Park will include a rope crossing, tyre crossing, climbing wall and balance pods. Coun Andrew Tristam, portfolio holder for environment and wellbeing at Mansfield District

Council, said the aim was to appeal to older children and encourage them to be more active. “It will provide a place where young people can have fun and get exercise without having to go to a gym,” he said. It is hoped the equipment will be in place for the annual fin day at the park on 28th May.

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Sign up for the sixth big Mansfield clean-up PEOPLE, schools, businesses and community organisations are being urged to sign up for an annual initiative that helps to make Mansfield a cleaner and greener place.

Organiser Mansfield District Council is seeking help for the sixth International Clean Up Mansfield Day on Friday, 8th June. The event, part of a strategy to make the district a greener and cleaner place to live, work and visit, attracts participants from towns and cities called Mansfield in the USA and Australia. Last year’s clean-up was the biggest yet, attracting more than 60 groups of volunteers who spruced up the district — and beyond — by picking up litter, painting a park pavilion and town centre benches, planting bulbs and removing gum.

VOLUNTEERS from Oak Tree Conservation Group pictured during last year’s International Clean Up Mansfield Day. Communities in Mansfield, Mansfield in Victoria, Australia, Texas; Mansfield, Pennsylvania; also took part. Mansfield, Minnesota; Mansfield, Coun Andrew Tristram, portfolio holder for the Massachusetts in the USA; and

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MORE than 50 local businesses were represented at Welbeck Abbey for a special charity event that celebrated Nottinghamshire’s outstanding food and drink sector. The food and drink business networking event, hosted by the chairman of the county council, Coun John Handley, raised money for Nottinghamshire Hospice and The School of Artisan Food bursary scheme. The hospice is the chosen charity

of the chairman during his year in office. Sir John Peace, Lord Lieutenant of Nottinghamshire and chairman of the Midlands Engine; Alison Swan Parente, Deputy Lord Lieutenant and founder of the School of Artisan Food; Trudi Waldram, of the Food and Drink Forum; and Rowena Naylor-Morrell, chief executive of the hospice, gave speeches.

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environment, said: “This is always a very popular event, which brings people from all parts of the community together for a common good cause — to make Mansfield an even more pleasant place. “Let’s make this year’s clean-up even bigger and better. Come and join us.” People can sign up to take part at www.mansfield.gov.uk/cleanup The latest news is available by liking the International Clean Up Mansfield Day Facebook page, where information and photographs can be shared. Awards are presented to the best clean-up contributors at a ceremony in September. For further information contact Datsa Gaile, town centre promotions officer, at dgaile@ mansfield.gov.uk or on 01623 463818.

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Putting smiles on the faces of poorly children HUNDREDS of scooters took to the streets of Mansfield to deliver Easter eggs, gifts and money from fundraising to the children’s ward and neonatal unit at King’s Mill Hospital, Sutton. Mansfield Roadrunners Scooter Club travelled from the Sir John Cockle pub, Mansfield, to King’s Mill, run by Sherwood Forest Hospitals, to deliver the eggs as part of an annual Eggs To The Mill event. Now in its 13th year, the run saw more than 400 kind-hearted riders travel to the hospital to present a cheque for £2,500 to the Neonatal Unit, as well as hundreds of Easter eggs and gifts to the children’s ward. Local businesses and sports teams also helped to make Easter special for children in the hospital. Mansfield Town Under-14 football team visited the children’s ward

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with egg donations and Kirkby-based educational products company TTS delivered more than 100 chocolate eggs thatwere donated by staff. Further eggs were given by Cherubs Nursery at the hospital; GAP Outlet, East Midlands Designer Outlet; Gi Group; Mansfield Police cadets; Weight Watchers Ashfield, and Derbyshire Hotel. Parents of children who had a stay on the ward also visited with Easter eggs and gifts. Play leader on the ward Nicola Armstrong said: “The support and generosity we receive each year from Mansfield Roadrunners Scooter Club, local businesses and patients is amazing. It brightens up a child’s stay with us over Easter. “These kind of donations do make a difference and the children’s faces when they see the eggs and the gifts is unforgettable. “We want to thank everyone who has been involved this year for their generous donations.” Elderly patients on the hospital’s Woodland Ward were treated to Easter eggs thanks to housebuilder Rippon Homes.

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TWO schools have worked on environmental projects at Acacia Community Park, Annesley. Annesley Primary and Kirkby Woodhouse Primary schools took part in planting, thanks to the Greenwood Community Tree Planting Grant Scheme, Ashfield District Council, and Defra funding through the Trees For Learning project. Annesley Primary pupils planted around 650 hawthorn hedge plants native to Nottinghamshire, while youngsters from Kirkby Woodhouse Primary’s school council planted trees. Pupils were assisted by volunteers and the Kirkby Area Team from the waste and environment section at the district council. The Greenwood Community Forest, one of 12 community forest initiatives in England, helped the schools to plan the schemes. The Greenwood team gave advice as well as planning the planting scheme, providing tools and materials and advising on long-term care. Following the planting days, the Greenwood team will revisit the schools to provide an education workshop with pupils, based on the importance of trees to urban areas.

Janet Lander, a teacher from Annesley Primary, said: “The children enjoyed the planting activity and were fascinated when they realised that a hedge could begin with such small trees. “Many of them use the park regularly and they are looking forward to watching ‘their hedge’ grow.” Rachel Jones, deputy head at Kirkby Woodhouse Primary, said: “Our school council was delighted to be asked to support this local event.

A TOTAL of 22 members of the Inner Wheel Club of Kirkby joined other Inner Wheel members from across the country at the national conference. The Association of Inner Wheel Clubs’ annual conference, held at the Bournemouth International Conference Centre, was opened by association president Liz Thomas, with a celebration of unity and a service led by the Rev Catherine Forsdike. Representatives from many charities supported by Inner Wheel gave information about their latest projects. Speakers included Helen Sharman, Britain’s first astronaut in May 1991; James Warren, of Alzheimer’s Research UK; Tracy Rennie, children’s hospices; Rotn Normal Howell, of Medical Detection Dogs; and John Benjamin, from the Antiques Roadshow.

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“The trees that they helped plant will be of great benefit to the site and to the community.” Nic Wort, project officer for Greenwood, said: “The whole process from planning through to planting has been a great experience. “It is so important to connect children with the nature around them and this experience has really involved them in helping to improve their local park for future learning and the wider environment.”

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Exhibition shines a light on estate ARTIST Clare Twomey has put the spotlight on people who live and work on the Welbeck Estate in her new artwork.

Half In Shadow: Half In Light is running at The Harley Gallery until 17th June. Clare has given a modern twist to old technology to unite past, present and future in the artwork. She has used advanced digital production to overcome the technical challenge of engineering ultra-thin, 3mm thick, porcelain lithophanes at A3 size. Images can only be seen clearly when the lithophanes are illuminated from behind. Ten people were extensively photographed with each chosen to illustrate the diversity of life and work on the estate.

After first visiting the estate 15 years ago, Twomey has continued to follow its fortunes as it has developed and evolved a more contemporary feel. As well as The Harley Gallery,

the estate hosts dozens of artist studios, a highly-regarded farm shop, the School of Artisan Food, production of Stichelton cheese, and The Portland Collection, the historic art collection of the Dukes of Portland whose family has been at Welbeck for more than 400 years. Clare said: “I chose lithophanes for this exhibition because, for me, they can show the future held in the glow of the past. “I feel that’s very relevant for an historic estate. This project skews the way that we perceive the contemporary and reveals the push and pull of time at Welbeck. “Just as the lives and work of generations before shape modern life, so too will this old technology frame the telling of modern stories from the estate.”

Celebrating vote milestone PAINTINGS from the National Portrait Gallery will feature in a touring exhibition at The Workhouse, Southwell. The National Trust venue is hosting Faces Of Change - Votes For Women until 22nd July. It is part of the celebrations of 100 years since some women were granted the right to vote. The exhibition will include wellknown but rarely seen paintings, drawings, photographs and archival documents. At The Workhouse, more than 35 photographs, prints, drawings and

paintings from the Gallery’s collection will be displayed, celebrating key figures in the national campaign for women’s suffrage. For The Workhouse, one of the most exciting original photographs is of Lady Laura Elizabeth Ridding (right), the first female guardian of The Workhouse Southwell, a significant Suffragist and supporter of working women’s rights all her life. Jan Overfield-Shaw, creative and community officer at The Workhouse, said: “The exhibition has been designed to celebrate key figures in the national campaign for women’s suffrage.”

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THE Sherwood Archaeological Society is hosting the last of a series of lectures, until autumn, at St Peter’s Centre, Church Side, Mansfield, on Wednesday, 16th May, at 7.30pm. The subject of the talk by John Taylor is So You Think You Are British Do You? A donation of £2 is requested and all are welcome. Visitors do not have to be a member to attend and car parking is free. For information go to www. sherwood-archaeology.co.uk or find the society on Facebook.

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2-3pm, weekly, welcome. All abilities. Closed bank holidays. Elaine Gunn 07703 065655. Friday 4th Fitsteps (7-8pm) and Ballroom and Latin American Dance (8pm-10.30pm), The Regency Dance Centre, Regency Ballroom, Market Place, Sutton. Call 01623 552737. Weekly. R&B Dance, New Cross Community Church, Sutton, for 5s and over, 5.45pm-6.45pm, £1. Every Friday term-time. Coffee Mates, New Cross Community Church, Sutton, meets in community, currently at King’s Mill Farm. Call 01623 515540. Happy Days playgroup, Bethel Methodist Church, Nottingham Road, Mansfield, Fridays, 12.30pm-2pm. Children’s activities, refreshments, raffle, all welcome especially mums suffering from post-natal depression, advice and support given. WI group, The Oakham Suite, Nottingham Road, Mansfield, 7-9pm, first Friday of month. Email missrebecca8119@yahoo. com Knit And Knatter, Ravenshead Library, 10am-11.30am, free. Weekly. Saturday 5th Mansfield & Ashfield Wildlife Watch Group for 8 to 13-yearolds. Meets first Saturday of the month at St Mark’s Church Hall, Nottingham Road, Mansfield, 10.30am-12.30pm. For information or to book first session, contact Sarah Spurry, Watch Leader, on 07885 169111 or email:sarah.spurry@ ntlworld.com or Lynn Victor at NWT on 0115 958 8242 or email lvictor@nottswt.co.uk More is at www.wildlifewatch. org.uk/watchgroups/mansfield-ashfield Community market (first Saturday of every month) Ladybrook Community Centre, Mansfield, 10am-2pm, free, free children’s activities provided by St Mary’s and St John’s churches. Stalls £5 (annual Christmas Fair) must be booked and paid for in advance, no stalls available on day. Email on ladybrookcommunitycentre@btconnect.com or call 01623 624208. Introduction to spinning, Ravenshead Leisure Centre, 11amnoon, call 07729 283975. Weekly. Coffee & Car Park, Bridge Street Methodist Church, Mansfield, 10.30am every Saturday. In exchange for buying a drink and cake, park your car for two hours and shop or just sit and chat. Drinks and cakes 50p. Children’s Saturday Craft Club, Forest Town Library, 10.30am-noon. Gloop Messy Play (for up to five-year-olds), St Paulinus Church and Community Hall, Ollerton, 10am-11am, first Saturday of month, £5, call Emma 07703 593688. Coffee morning, Skegby Methodist Church and Anchor Centre, cooked breakfasts, stalls etc, 10am to noon. EM-CON, Nottingham Arena, f ilm, television and pop culture, £11.20-£33.60. Sunday 6th LIFE Church, South Mansfield Community Centre,

Tuesdays - Open Mic Night Acoustic Thursdays Bank Holiday Monday 7th May An Afternoon with Robbie Williams Wednesday 23rd May Pie, Peas & Lee Evans! Bank Holiday Mon 28th May An Afternoon with Dolly Parton Sunday 24th June An Afternoon with Adele Sunday 22nd July An Afternoon with Cher Sunday 19th August andwhynot & The Junction presents… A Day at The Races Buy your tickets online at: www.andwhynotworld.com Telephone - 01623 633 330 Or pop into andwhynot

Mansfield, 10.30am, service including children’s church, open to all, weekly. Living History Weekend, Sherwood Forest Country Park, free, 11am to 4pm. EM-CON, Nottingham Arena, f ilm, television and pop culture, £11.20-£33.60. Sutton Rambling Club, Yoxhall, Staffordshire, meet Staff of Life pub, Hack Lane, Sutton, 9.17am; Langford Street end, Priestic Road, opposite Asda, Sutton, 9.20am; Eastfield Side (Blue Bell pub), Sutton, 9.22am; Sir John Cockle bus stop, Sutton Road, Mansfield, 9.25am; Bancroft Lane end, Stockwell Gate (near Asda), Mansfield, 9.30am; coach fare £10. Monday 7th Toddlers, New Cross Community Church, Sutton, 9.30am11am, pre-school children, £1.50 per family. Toys, music, crafts. Messy Church With New Cross Community Links, New Cross Community Church, Sutton, all ages, under-8s must be supervised, free but donations welcome. (Monthly, call 01623 515540). Spinning, Ravenshead Leisure Centre, 6.30pm, call 07729 283975. Weekly. Weekly Tea Dance, St John’s Centre, St John’s Street, Mansfield, 1.45pm-4pm, £2 incl refreshments. Weekly. Tuition available. Call 01623 609001. Tai Chi for health sun style, Kingsway Hall, Forest Town, 6-7pm, weekly, beginners welcome. All abilities. Closed bank holidays. Elaine Gunn 07703 065655. Gloop Messy Play (for up to five-year-olds), St Paulinus Church and Community Hall, Ollerton, 10am-11am or 1pm2pm, weekly, £3, call Emma 07703 593688. Living History Weekend, Sherwood Forest Country Park, free, 11am to 4pm. Tuesday 8th Breathe Easy, Mansfield and Ashfield, every second Tuesday in the month. Self-help support group for information, support and friendship, days out and activities, The Towers, Botany Avenue, Mansfield, 1.30pm–3.30pm. All welcome. International Mini Market, Mansfield Market Place, 10am4pm, authentic artisan foods and products from around the world, including postcards, toys, homemade honey products, personalised wooden gifts, handmade bracelets and crocheted accessories as well as Latvian and Lithuanian cakes and treats, Caribbean, Czech and Slovakian food. Wednesday 9th Mothers Union, New Cross Community Church, Sutton, 2pm. Every second Wednesday of month. Thursday 10th Dementia friendly film screening of High Society, Mansfield Library, £1, 2pm to 4.30pm.

Sunday 13th May An Evening with Gary Barlow Monday 14th May The Fawlty Towers Comedy Dinner Show! Sunday 8th July Shirley Bassey Sunday 19th August A Day at The Races Buy your tickets online at: www.suttonjunction.co.uk Telephone - 01623 557 539

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andwhynot, Mansfield — 01623 633330. Clumber Park — www.nationaltrust.org.uk/clumber-park 01909 544917. Black Market, Warsop — www.blackmarketlive.co.uk 01623 842105. The Diamond, Sutton — www.thediamonduk.com / 01623 456617. Hardwick Hall — www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hardwick / 01246 850430. Il Rosso, Nottingham Road, Mansfield — www.ilrosso. co.uk / 01623 623031. John Fretwell Sporting Complex, Sookholme — Mark Waterfield 847468. Mansfield Create Theatre, Vision West Nottinghamshire College, Derby Road — www.createtheatre.co.uk / 413363. Mansfield Folk Club, Black Bull, Mansfield — www.mans field-folk-club.org.uk / email tshirtedwinstowe@gmail.com Mansfield Odeon Cinema, Mansfield Leisure Park — www.odeon.co.uk/mansfield / 08712244007. Mansfield Library — www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk / 651337. Mansfield Palace Theatre, Leeming Street — www.mans field.gov.uk/palacetheatre / 633133. Mansfield Museum, Leeming Street — www.mansfield. gov.uk/museum / 463088. Mansfield Town FC — www.sandypatesportsbar.co.uk / www.wegottickets.com/mansfieldtownfootballclub 482482. New Cross Community Church — www.newcrosscom munitychurch.com / 515540 Newstead Abbey — www.newsteadabbey.org.uk / 455900. Nottingham Theatre Royal / Royal Concert Hall — www.trch.co.uk / 0115 989 5555. Nottingham Playhouse — www.nottinghamplayhouse. co.uk / 0115 9474361. Nottingham Arena — www.capitalfmarena.com / 0843 3733000. Nottingham Rock City — www.rockcity.co.uk / 0845 4134444 (box office) 0115 941843. Portland College — www.portland.ac.uk / Rachel Hensleigh 499105. Regency Dance Centre, Regency Ballroom, Market Place, Sutton — 552737. Rufford Abbey Park — www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk / 821338. Sherwood Forest Country Park — www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk / 823202. Southwell Workhouse — www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ theworkhouse / 01636 817260. Sutton Rambling Club — www.suttonramblingclub.com / John Price 01623 796396. The Talbot pub, Nottingham Road, Mansfield — 623357. Warsop Ex-Servicemen’s Club — www.warsopexservice mens.co.uk/ 01623 842183. 281 Restaurant and Rooms — Nottingham Road, Mansfield www.281restaurantandrooms.co.uk / 01623 622308. p To submit an event listing, go to www.news-journal. co.uk/ book-an-ad/create-whats-on-listing

What’s On EVENTS Friday 11th Afternoon teas, Skegby Methodist Church and Anchor Centre, cake stall, raffle and children’s activity table, 2pm to 4.30pm. Saturday 12th Spring Bird Explorer, Sherwood Forest Country Park, 8am to 11am, £5. Walk with the RSPB’s Nottinghamshire Conservation Officer Carl Cornish. Hedgehog Happenings, Sherwood Forest Country Park, 2pm to 3.30pm, free. Part of Hedgehog Awareness Week. Life of a Coalminer Finale Event: Mansfield Museum, 11.30am-3pm, free. To mark end of The Life Of A Coalminer exhibition, celebrating mining heritage with music, poems and speakers. In partnership with Nottingham Trent University. Sunday 13th Finger Puppet Fun Craft Bomb, Mansfield Library, free, 11am to 3pm. Great Nottinghamshire Local History Fair, Mansfield Library, free, 11am to 3pm. Explore local history displays, enjoy craft demonstrations and activities, listen to local singing group Sempre, books for sale and learn traditional circus skills. Plant Fair, Portland Square, Sutton, 9am-3pm. Monday 14th Valuation Day with Bamfords of Derby, Mansfield Museum, 1pm-3pm. Tenfifty, inclusive club night for people with learning disabilities, andwhynot, Mansfield, 6.30pm-10pm, £5. Call 07724 143784. Tuesday 15th Fatal Attraction: Why We Love Crime Fiction, Mansfield Library, 1.30pm to 3.30pm, £3. With the authors of The Crime Writer’s Casebook, Stephen Wade and Stuart Gibbon. Wednesday 16th Reading Group, Mansfield Library, 2pm, third Wednesday of month, free. Love Your Local Market, Mansfield Market, until end of month. Reminiscence Tea Room, Mansfield Museum, 2.30pm-4pm, free monthly social event for people with memory loss, their friends and families. Tea and cake, free craft activities, reminiscence objects and photographs. Sherwood Archaeological Society talk, So You Think You Are British, Do You?, by John Taylor, community archaeologist, St Peter’s Centre, Church Side, Mansfield, 7.30pm. £2 donation requested. Coffee and free parking. www. sherwood-archaeology.co.uk Mansfield Flower Arrangement Society, Gas Sports And Social Club, Lime Tree Place, Mansfield, £6, 7pm. Demonstrator Pauline Foster on the Power Of Flower. Saturday 19th Plant Fair, Kirkby Market, Lowmoor Road, 9am-3pm. Sunday 20th Sutton Rambling Club, Bradwell, Peak District, meet Staff of Life pub, Hack Lane, Sutton, 9.17am; Langford Street end, Priestic Road, opposite Asda, Sutton, 9.20am; Eastfield Side (Blue Bell pub), Sutton, 9.22am; Sir John Cockle bus stop, Sutton Road, Mansfield, 9.25am; Bancroft Lane end, Stockwell Gate (near Asda), Mansfield, 9.30am; coach fare £10.

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Friday 25th Mansfield Museum, Feel Good Friday, 11am to 1pm, have a go at different activities and healthy living advice. Monday 28th Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Café for people with dementia and carers in Mansfield meets at The Gas Sports and Social Club, Lime Tree Place, on the last Monday of the month, from 10.30am-12.30pm. More information on 0115 934 3800. Annual Fun Day, Fisher Lane Park, Mansfield. Tuesday 29th ArtBeat! Pop-up Peter Rabbit Garden, Mansfield Museum, 10am to 1pm, 14 years and under, £1. Wednesday 30th Planetarium, B Club for children, Four Seasons Shopping Centre, Mansfield, 11am-3pm, free, Learn about the solar system, make bath bombs and more. ArtBeat! Pop-up Kitchen Rolls Unicorns, Mansfield Museum, 10am to 1pm, 14 years and under, £1. Thursday 31st Family Conservation Fun: Summer Mini-beast Safari, Sherwood Forest Country Park, 10.30am to noon, £2.50. Under guidance of ranger staff. All equipment provided. Wear suitable clothing and footwear. Involves around one-mile walk. ArtBeat! Pop-up Wild Animal Masks, Mansfield Museum, 10am to 1pm, 14 years and under, £1.

MUSIC Wednesday 2nd Cilla And The Shades Of The 60s, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, 7.30pm, £19/£17. Thursday 3rd Chris Holmes (ex-WASP), The Diamond, Sutton, £6/£7.50. Friday 4th The Murphys, Ravenshead Village Hall, £15, www. musicatthehall.co.uk/Adcock Financial, Milton Court, Ravenshead/07478 499298. Bravado (Rush tribute), The Diamond, Sutton, £7/£8.50. The Waterboys, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, 8pm, £35£39.50. Saturday 5th Jungle Lion, The Diamond, Sutton, £8/£10. Sunday 6th The Stereosonics, The Diamond, Sutton, £6/£7.50. Shirebrook Brass Band, Carr Bank Park, Mansfield, 2pm-4pm, free. Monday 7th Mansfield Folk Club, singers, Black Bull, Mansfield, doors 7.45pm, music 8.30pm, £1. Robbie Williams tribute Dan Budd, Andwhynot, Mansfield, £8/£8.50. Thursday 10th Tom Hingley, The Diamond, Sutton, £6/£7.50. Friday 11th Duran Duran, The Diamond, Sutton, £6/£7.50.

Faith - The George Michael Legacy, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, 7.30pm, £24.50. Tom Holland (Abandon), Black Market, Warsop, free pub side. Under The Castle Festival, Carr Vale FC, S44 6JE, Hung Like Hanratty, Septic Psychos, Bad Axe Band, The Outlines, The Hugo Steady Band, £7. (Camping available). Saturday 12th Bowie By Moonlight, The Diamond, Sutton, £7/£8.50. On Tour With Elvis, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, 7.30pm, £23/£22. Under The Castle Festival, Carr Vale FC, S44 6JE, Dr and The Medics headline in marquee, plus Headsticks, Sons Of Clogger, Gonzo, Star Botherers, Pretty Babs, Metropolis, Missions Creep, Interceptors, Blue Carpet Band, Mordant, Star Copiers, XFD, £10 (camping available, food stalls. Raising funds for Carr Vale FC. Sunday 13th Airforce, The Diamond, Sutton, £4/£5. Nickelback, Nottingham Arena, 7.30pm, £49.72-£51.40. Mansfield Music And Drama Festival Winners Concert, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, 3pm, £5/£3. Monday 14th Mansfield Folk Club, singers, Black Bull, Mansfield, doors 7.45pm, music 8.30pm, £1. Thursday 17th Alan Becks (Rat Pack tribute), Il Rosso, Mansfield, £25, incl meal. Space Elevator, The Diamond, Sutton, £8. Friday 18th Mari Wilson, Ravenshead Village Hall, £17, www. musicatthehall.co.uk/Adcock Financial, Milton Court, Ravenshead/07478 499298. ACDC UK, The Diamond, Sutton, £6/£7.50. Lowdown, Black Market, Warsop, free pub side. Saturday 19th Simple Minds and U2 tribute, The Diamond, Sutton, £7/£8.50. Sunday 20th Carpenters Experience, The Diamond, Sutton, £5, 2pm-6pm. Monday 21st Mansfield Folk Club, guest night, Belzebub plus floor spots, Black Bull, Mansfield, doors 7.45pm, music 8.30pm, £3. Tuesday 22nd The Elvis World Tour, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham £33£50, 7.30pm. The Everley Brothers Story: Walk Right Back, Palace Theatre, Mansfield,7.30pm, £22.50. Wednesday 23rd Land Of Hope And Glory, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, 2.30pm, £13/£12. Friday 25th Glory Days (Bruce Springsteen tribute), The Diamond, Sutton, £6/£7.50.

Material Girl: The Madonna Story, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, 7.30pm, £22.50. John Kirkpatrick, Palace Theatre Studio , Mansfield, 7.45pm, £14. Saturday 26th Brit Pop by the 1990s, The Diamond, Sutton, £7/£8.50. Sunday 27th The Disco Prophets, The Diamond, Sutton, £4/£5. Pleasley Brass Band, Carr Bank Park, Mansfield, 2pm-4pm, free. Monday 28th Mansfield Folk Club, singers, Black Bull, Mansfield, doors 7.45pm, music 8.30pm, £3. Dolly Parton tribute Kelly O’Brien, Andwhynot, Mansfield, £8/£8.50. Wednesday 30th Ron Vincent and band (Cat Stevens tribute), The Diamond, Sutton, £68£10. Thursday 31st The Little Mix Show: Black Magic, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, 3pm, 7pm, £15/£12.

THEATRE Tuesday 1st Art, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £16.50-£34.50. Wednesday 2nd Art, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 2.30pm, 7.30pm, £16.50£34.50. Thursday 3rd Art, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £16.50-£34.50. Friday 4th Art, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £16.50-£34.50. Saturday 5th Art, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 2.30pm, 7.30pm, £16.50£34.50. Monday 7th Flashdance, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £19-£43. Tuesday 8th Flashdance, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £19-£43. Wednesday 9th Flashdance, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 2pm, 7.30pm, £19£43.

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Your diary of May events Devas Dance School show, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, £10/£9.50.

THEATRE Wednesday 9th Jersey Boys, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, £20-£54.50, 7.30pm. Sarah And Duck, Palace Theatre, Mansfield,1.30pm, 4.30pm, £11/£13/£44 (family). Thumbelina, (Junior Youth Theatre) Palace Theatre Studio, Mansfield, 7pm, £3.50.

Saturday 19th Jersey Boys, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, £20-£54.50, 2.30pm, 7.30pm. Legally Blonde, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, £16-£42.50, 2.30pm, 7.30pm. Devas Dance School show, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, £10/£9.50.

Thursday 10th Flashdance, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £19-£43. Jersey Boys, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, £20-£54.50, 2pm, 7.30pm. Thumbelina, (Junior Youth Theatre) Palace Theatre Studio, Mansfield, 7pm, £3.50. The War Of The Worlds, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, 7.30pm, £17/£16/£14/£13(schools).

Sunday 20th The Little Mermaid, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, 4pm, £19/£18/£13.

Friday 11th Flashdance, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £19-£43. Jersey Boys, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, £20-£54.50, 7.30pm. Saturday 12th Flashdance, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 2pm, 7.30pm, £19£43. Jersey Boys, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, £20-£54.50, 2.30pm, 7.30pm. Monday 14th Jersey Boys, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, £20-£54.50, 7.30pm. Legally Blonde, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, £16-£42.50, 7.30pm. Tuesday 15th Jersey Boys, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, £20-£54.50, 7.30pm. Legally Blonde, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, £16-£42.50, 7.30pm. Wednesday 16th Jersey Boys, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, £20-£54.50, 2pm, 7.30pm. Legally Blonde, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, £16-£42.50, 2pm, 7.30pm. Menopause The Musical, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, 4.30pm, 7.30pm, £28.50. Thursday 17th Jersey Boys, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, £20-£54.50, 2pm, 7.30pm. Legally Blonde, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, £16-£42.50, 7.30pm. Friday 18th Jersey Boys, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, £20-£54.50, 7.30pm. Legally Blonde, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, £16-£42.50, 7.30pm.

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Tuesday 22nd 20th Century Boy, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £12.50-£35. Wednesday 23rd 20th Century Boy, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £12.50-£35. Jon Richardson, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, £20.50, 8pm. Thursday 24th 20th Century Boy, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £12.50-£35. Friday 25th 20th Century Boy, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £12.50-£35. Gary Barlow, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £35£165. Saturday 26th 20th Century Boy, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 2.30pm, 7.30pm, £12.50-£35. Gary Barlow, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £35£165. Sarah Adamson School Of Dancing, £13/£10. Sunday 27th Milkshake! Live, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, noon, £15. Sarah Adamson School Of Dancing, £13/£10. Monday 28th Top Hat, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £12.50-£25. Tuesday 29th Top Hat, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £12.50-£25. Wednesday 30th Top Hat, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 2.30pm, 7.30pm, £12.50-£25. Kevin And Karen Dance, Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £29.50-£42.50. Lost And Found, Palace Theatre, Mansfield, 2.30pm, £10/£8.50. Thursday 31st Top Hat, Theatre Royal, Nottingham, 7.30pm, £12.50-£25.

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For the past 18 months, Mari has been touring her show, "Ready Steady Girls" to sell out crowds and rave reviews. The show features Mari's unique interpretations of the songs of Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark, Sandie Shaw, Cilla Black and more, the Brit girls who inspired her as she was growing up in North London. Mari played Dusty Springfield in "Dusty The Musical" which toured venues throughout the UK in 2000. Mari's new album "Pop Deluxe", which has also been met with rave reviews, features her interpretations of classic hits such as "Don't Sleep In The Subway", "You're My World", "Always Something There To Remind Me", and "24 Hours from Tulsa". Mari will perform these songs alongside some of her classic hits, including the 80's classic "Just What I Always Wanted".

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Marlene joins panto line-up A STAR from television’s Only Fools And Horses is to star in this this year’s Christmas pantomime in Mansfield.

Sue Holderness (right) will play the Wicked Queen in Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs at the Palace Theatre, from Saturday, 1st December to Sunday, 6th January 2019. Sue is best known for her role as Marlene in Only Fools and Horses, playing the iconic role from 1984 until the final episode in 2003. Such was the success of the character that Sue and her on-screen husband, John Challis, were asked to co-star in the spin-off The Green Green Grass, which ran for four series. “I’m greatly looking forward to frightening the good folk of Mansfield this year as the Wicked Queen in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” she said. “It’s one of my favourite pantomimes, having everything you could possibly want at Christmas time — wonderful music, great comedy, a moving love story and a very scary Wicked Queen. “Come and enjoy the fun... if you dare.” Palace Theatre cultural services manager Andrew Tucker said: “We take great pride in presenting big-name popular stars in our pantos and it is a treat to add Sue to the list for the first time.” Sue will be joined on stage by the popular Adam Moss, returning to Mansfield for the fourth time following great reviews from customers year after year. He added: “Well, what can I say Mansfield? I’m back, and it’s all your fault! I’m absolutely delighted to be playing Muddles in this year’s panto. I couldn’t think of going anywhere else — and you lot won’t let me! “I can’t thank the people of Mansfield enough, because without your comments and loyalty to the theatre and myself, I wouldn’t be returning.” A pay-now-save-now ticket offer is available

until 1st September, offering a saving of £1 per ticket. To book tickets for the show, which includes signed and relaxed performances, visit www. mansfieldpalace.co.uk or call the box office on 01623 633133.

Mansfield Bookshelf LOCAL author K. L. Loveley, affectionately known in the bookworld as Katie, is the author of two published works of fiction, with another psychological family drama on the way. She was born and raised in Mansfield Woodhouse, where she still lives today. Katie writes under her penname of K. L. Loveley, a name that holds resonance with her ancestors. During her research on a genealogy website she came across a number of female ancestors who she felt a real connection with â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and her penname was born. Katie worked locally as a nurse for more than 40 years until her

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recent retirement as a practice nurse. During her working career she met people from all walks of life and witnessed sadness and joy, new life, and death. Her many experiences have enabled her to write with empathy and understanding of the health process; at times, tackling gritty subjects and helping to raise awareness of such issues. In addition to writing novels, she also writes a regular blog on her website, and book reviews for Goodreads. Katie will be sharing some of these reviews in the News Journal.

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you my review of her latest book, The Betrayal. It is the sixth in the series and although the stories share links, they also stand alone as an independent read. The Betrayal is set during the German occupation and present day Guernsey. For those of you who enjoy reading fiction with an element of history, relating to the Second World War, this is the book for you. The book centres on twins Nigel and Fiona, who own an antique shop on Guernsey. Sadly, Nigel has multiple sclerosis, the diagnosis of which was the catalyst that encouraged their career change. Fiona came from a background of working as an art researcher in the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Finding a painting in the basement of their shop, she is excited that it may be a Renoir. Without giving too much away and spoiling the enjoyment of others reading this captivating novel, I can tell you there is a crime involved. The way that is solved adds to the fascination of this well-written novel. The island is lovingly described in detail with the author capturing both the modern-day spirit and the spirit of the islanders during the occupation. It is a story that combines history and romance, drama and intrigue. If those are the qualities you are looking for in a story, then you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be disappointed.

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Youngsters raising money for club MANSFIELD Swimming Club members (left) raised £647.39 towards the club’s annual presentation night later in the year by bag-packing at Morrisons, Sutton.

FROM left, the principal at Samuel Barlow Primary Academy, Melanie Brown; Louise Hamby, of Teachers UK; Sienna McGrath; Sammy the Stag; and Gary Shaw, community manager at Mansfield Town Football In The Community.

Sienna nets Stags mascot day prize A YOUNG girl who needed physio to play football again after being knocked down by a car has won a mascot experience prize at Mansfield Town FC. Ten-year-old Sienna McGrath, of Clipstone’s Samuel Barlow Primary Academy, which is part of Diverse Academies Learning Partnership, won the full mascot day experience thanks to Teachers UK. The mascot days are run by Mansfield Town Football In The Community and give children the opportunity to look behind the scenes at the Stags and meet players on match day. Louise Hamby, of Teachers UK, an education recruitment specialist based at Mansfield’s I-Centre, said: “Samuel Barlow Primary Academy takes real pride in its children and the staff work tirelessly to give them the best opportunities possible. “Teachers UK was proud to be part of the celebration. Sienna has shown courage and determination

and she is an excellent role model to all of us.” Sienna, a keen footballer, said: “I am really excited — my teachers told me they had nominated me and that made me really happy.” Sienna plays for the academy’s girls’ football team. “I like to play in defence for the Samuel Barlow team and recently we won every game we played. “I also used to play for Stags girls, so I have been to the ground before but never on the pitch.” Angela Hirst, who nominated Sienna for the Teachers UK competition, said: “Sienna is an excellent role model, both in her academic and sporting curriculum. “She is a resilient young lady who embodies the values of the academy and is a brilliant young footballer who has helped us to win all of our league matches this year. “That was despite being knocked down by a car, and having physio to allow her to play football again.”

A club spokesman thanked the store’s staff for their support, club members for their superb effort and Morrisons’ customers for their generous donations. p WATCHED by Nottinghamshire bowls men’s president Roger Payne and women’s past president Diana Markham, Mansfield Bowling Club president Glenmore Slack, right, delivers the first wood of the new season in wet conditions. The club, based on Chesterfield Road, has 120 members and bowls on one of the finest greens in the county.

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RESIDENTS and staff at Kingfisher Court care home, Sutton, took part in a charity bikeathon that raised more than £200 for Parkinson’s UK. Residents Bob Lacey and Paul Little both suffer from the disease but are always keen to make the most of their leisure time, despite their condition. They took part in the event, arranged by lifestyle manager Neelie Marsh on World Parkinson’s Day, together with staff. Two static bikes were installed in the main reception and a special electric mini-pedal exerciser, which allowed less able residents to join.

Night staff member Jodie Phipps started the action and was followed throughout the day by a team of Kingfisher staff, residents and visitors, who took turns to keep up the non-stop fundraising. Homemade cakes were made by Mel and the kitchen team. Bob cycled for an hour. Home manager Paul Quirk, who completed 70km, said: “I’m delighted that so many of our residents, their families and our fabulous staff, embraced this event.” l RIGHT: Claire Adsetts (service and relationship manager).

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Helping children avoid hospital stay A NEW unit at King’s Mill Hospital, Sutton, is helping children to be seen quicker and avoid unnecessary admissions onto the children’s ward.

The Children’s Assessment Unit (CAU), launched in November, took 573 referrals within its first three months. That meant for every 10 children or young people referred, four were assessed on the CAU and, of those, 90% of patients soon went home. The unit helps reduce stress for families by getting a senior paediatrician and children’s nurse to assess the patient on the unit

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rather than them having to be admitted on to the ward. That speeds up the process and often means children just see one senior doctor and can then go home without having to wait too long. Consultant paediatrician Colin Dunkley said: “Children benefit significantly from the CAU, as we can prioritise all children rather than just unwell children. That is because staff on the CAU only have those patients to focus on. “Unwell children or those needing a longer stay are seen by different team members on the ward. This alleviates pressures for

Eyesight checks appeal at launch FORMER Mansfield Olympic cyclist Bryan Steel urged residents to make sure they have regular eyetests as he opened a new Vision Express At Tesco store in the town. Steel cut the official ribbon at the store on Chesterfield Road South. The opening coincided with the release of figures showing that more than 3,500 residents in the Mansfield area were suspected of having glaucoma without knowing it. “I would encourage people in the community to get their sight checked,” said Steel, who runs a cycling academy based in the East Midlands. “It is great to support the store as it opens its doors.” Steel represented Great Britain at four Olympic Games between 1992 and 2004, winning silver and bronze medals. He also won five silvers and a bronze

our other ward staff and allows them to concentrate their care on our sickest patients.” The matron for children and young people, Rachel Barker, added: “The unit is set up to ensure the child sees the right person at the right time. The children’s nurse plays a central role as we can rapidly see how unwell a child is and then effectively support treatment, prompt discharge and reassure families.” The new unit is staffed by a children’s nurse and one senior paediatrician. It is open from Monday to Friday, 2pm-9pm.

at world championships and two silvers at the Commonwealth Games. Steel is pictured (above) with store manager James South, who said: “The public need to take their sight more seriously. “In addition to the worrying outlook for glaucoma, reports show that 4,000 people in Mansfield also have risk factors relating to age-related macular degeneration.”

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Nominations wanted for 2018 awards SHERWOOD Forest Hospitals Trust, which runs King’s Mill Hospital, Sutton, and Mansfield Community Hospital, has launched its annual Chief Nurse Awards. It celebrates the work of the nurses, midwives, support workers, allied health professionals and students. Patients, families and hospital staff can nominate someone who has gone above and beyond for them and shown commitment to providing compassionate and outstanding care.

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Student FIRST — Future Innovation Recognising Student Talents — is an initiative launched by the Mansfield college to reward learners’ initiative and new ideas for both charity and innovation. The competition challenged students from across the college to showcase five key areas — leadership and teamwork, originality, technology, innovation, sustainability and environmental or community work. More than 250 students initially took part in the challenge, which began last September and gave groups six months to work on their ideas. The charity showcase tasked students from each curriculum area to carry out charitable activities, with one successful team from each area shortlisted for the final. The innovation element challenged learners to formulate creative ideas for any type of activity — from finding an innovative solution to a problem,

STUDENTS involved in Zwift, an interactive smoothie bike that won the originality category for innovation, with Dame Asha Khemka. identifying a gap in a service and developing the idea through teamwork and research, to setting up a small business or creating new processes to improve systems or production A total of 27 shortlisted groups joined together to showcase their ideas collectively at the college’s Derby Road campus, where they were judged by students and a panel of business leaders. Judges included principal and chief executive Dame Asha Khemka, James Bevan, director of Mansfield Shoe Repairs; Julie Russum, from Russum’s catering and clothing suppliers; Russ Booth, of RJ Booth Services; Olivia Wood, from Framework; and Phil Dobson, sales

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•Sustainability/environment/ community — A-Level students with Recycology. •Innovation — plumbing students for ornamental and furniture designs created from old pipework and plumbing ware. •Leadership and teamwork — hospitality and tourism students for their hotel takeover mission, where they undertook a variety of roles in a Nottingham hotel for a week. •Originality — engineering and transport students for their interactive smoothie bike, created from scratch from old bike parts, which could be pedalled to mix-up a healthy smoothie drink. It could be hired out to companies to make income. •Technology — business students for their Work Space creation, an app that students can log their work placement experience feedback on to. Business diploma student Jessica Zapanta, 19, part of a group called Survivalists, created a business that supplied festival packs, said: “The Student FIRST Innovation project was a good learning experience. To be able to pitch our ideas to business professionals and get critical feedback was useful; we can apply this to future projects to help support us.” Student experience team leader Robert Pearce said: “What a fabulous selection of ideas we’ve had for this first-ever Student FIRST competition. “It was great to see all teams together at their showcase.” It made me proud to see how many

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SHERWOOD Forest Hospitals NHS Trust has been shortlisted in five categories at the Health Service Journal (HSJ) Value Awards.

The awards celebrate the best examples of efficiency and improvement in NHS organisations nationwide, and reward projects that demonstrate improved value for money and clear improvements for patients. Sherwood Forest Hospitals, which runs Mansfield Community and King’s Mill hospitals, has had more shortlisted teams than any other trust in the East Midlands. It has been nominated in the following categories: The use of information technology to drive value in clinical services — for the inter-operability link between healthcare and social services programme. This IT-based project is helping to reduce inappropriate admissions of frail elderly people by better integrating with social care to quickly identify

if suitable care packages are in place. It reduces the number of vulnerable people who need to stay in hospital and is helping to save money. Workforce efficiency — for the trust’s Medical Taskforce Programme, which has taken great strides in reducing medical vacancies. This significantly reduces the amount spent on agency staff in these roles. Workforce efficiency — the removal of agency healthcare assistants and the development of the vritual ward healthcare assistant team. The trust has not used a healthcare assistant agency worker since February 2017, reducing its spend on agency workers. Improving the value of surgical services — Preoperative Assessment Streamlining and Risk Stratification. This is recognition for a more efficient ‘one-stop shop’ way of triaging and assessing pre-operative patients for elective surgeries. Improving the value of surgical services

— improving the pathway of patients with, or at risk of, obstructive sleep apnoea. This newly-developed pathway has helped identify patients at risk of sleep apnoea (which can lead to complications during and after surgery) earlier. The project is also helping to reduce cancellations and increasing the number of patients booked in for day-case surgery rather than overnight admission. Richard Mitchell, chief executive of Sherwood Forest Hospitals, said: “The five nominations indicate we are making huge progress while managing our finances well. “To have five different teams shortlisted in these awards is a fantastic credit to the innovative work taking place at the trust, and it is a real boost to the teams involved across our three hospitals. “Last year we won two awards so we have an opportunity to better that this year.” The award ceremony is in Manchester on 7th June.

Hospitals leading the way for staff satisfaction SHERWOOD Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has one of the happiest workforces in the country and gives some of the best care to patients, according to the findings of a national survey.

The results were based on a 57% response rate from all staff, the highest in the East Midlands and the joint seventh-highest in the country for acute NHS trusts.

Results from the annual NHS National Staff Survey rated Sherwood Forest as the fourth-best acute trust in the country for staff satisfaction for the quality of work and care that they provide.

Four out of five staff said they would be happy with the standard of care provided if a friend or relative needed treatment, and they would recommend the trust as a place to work — results above the national average.

It had one of the best overall engagement scores in the country, and the second best in the East Midlands for acute trusts.

The trust, which runs King’s Mill, Newark and Mansfield Community hospitals, takes part in the survey each year.

For the first time all staff were invited to share their views, with 2,500 having their say. Trust chief executive Richard Mitchell said: “We know our next Care Quality Commission inspection is imminent. “We hope the inspectors see the improvements, which we have worked hard to implement over the last few years, are making a big difference to our staff and the care patients receive. “I appreciate there are areas where we can improve. “We will use the results to

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YOUNGSTERS named — and designed a logo for — an orchard they helped to plant. Pupils from Asquith Primary School, Mansfield, took part in a tree-planting event at their local park, Jacksons’ Field, creating an orchard and an edible hedgerow. Following the planting, the school ran a competition to name the orchard and design the logo. More than 80 children worked in small teams, supported by the school, Greenwood Community Forest and Mansfield District Council staff to plant the community orchard. The Greenwood Community Forest, one of 12 community forest initiatives in England, helped the school and district council plan and plant the orchard, thanks to Defra funding. Nic Wort, project officer for Greenwood, said: “Hopefully we are creating future green guardians of our parks and green spaces.” Nottinghamshire county councillor Andy Sissons (right), who provided money from his divisional funds to buy prizes for the competition, made the presentation to the two winning pupils. One drew a bright and colourful logo, and the other thought of the name — Jackson’s Fruity Wood. The winners were presented with a framed version of a new sign to be installed on the park, as well as a craft set and Easter Egg.

REAL Education, which works with young people who have been marginalised by their complex special needs to develop skills leading them to becoming independent and employable adults, has marked its 10th anniversary by moving to new headquarters in Mansfield. The leader of Nottinghamshire County Council, Coun Kay Cutts, launched the headquarters and vocational learning hub on Kings Mill Way, Mansfield. Guests included representatives from Mansfield 2020, councillors and business partners. Learners from the centre hosted the guests and gave them a tour of the facilities, enabling them to see first-hand the vocational and curriculum classes given to students. Richard Smith, director of REAL Education Ltd, said: “This is an exciting time for the company, reaching its tenth anniversary and moving our infrastructure into the heart of Nottinghamshire. “We are taking the time to celebrate this expansion into Mansfield and the opening is another milestone in our continuing journey into improving the lives and educational opportunities for young people.” Coun Cutts added: “One of the measures of success in our Strategic Plan, Your Nottinghamshire, Your Future, is to improve educational outcomes for vulnerable young people, so I welcome the work REAL Education does to help young people whose complex needs or behaviours could otherwise limit their progress in mainstream settings. “The right type of specialist support and training at a young age can dramatically increase a young person’s ability to live independently, find appropriate employment and enjoy a good quality of life.” Since its formation in 2008, REAL Education has earned an excellent reputation for reengaging children and young people whose additional needs and associated behaviours have been a barrier to learning in mainstream settings.

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Students take healthy message into schools TWO groups of performing art students from West Nottinghamshire College took a healthy lifestyle performance to Key Stage one pupils in four schools. Oak Tree, Berry Hill, Wynndale and Asquith saw the engaging short performance, which focused on helping children make healthier choices, such as cutting down on sugary drinks. The students worked with healthy lifestyle experts to ensure their information was accurate. They were supported by Palace Theatre education officer Christopher Neil on their performance skills. Clare Harding, head at Asquith, said: “It is great to give the next generation of performing arts students an opportunity to perform in front of a real audience. “You could tell the students got a real buzz out of per-

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IN celebration of Autism East Midlands’ 50th anniversary, a Retro Run was held at Kelham Hall and Country Park. A total of 35 adults and children took part, raising invaluable funds to support local families affected by autism. Jack Knight Autism East Midlands graduate community fundraiser coordinator, said: “After an initial postponement due to bad weather, everyone had a wonderful time and all who crossed the line did so with a huge smile on their faces. “It was great to see so many donned in 1960s dress as well. “Peace symbols were aplenty, the event was a real success and I cannot wait to be back at Kelham Hall in December for our 5k Santa Dash. “A big thank you to everyone involved.” To find out more about supporting Autism East Midlands, call Jack on 01909 506678 or email Jack.Knight@autismeastmidlands.org.uk Email news items to news@news-journal.co.uk

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Mini orchard for nature reserve THE Maun Conservation Group and Mansfield District Council parks department were joined by staff from McDonald’s Mansfield to plant hawthorn and blackthorn shrubs to form a hedge line on the Oakham Nature Reserve in the town.

Funding for the project was provided by Greenwood Community Forest through its community tree planting grant scheme, which enabled the trees to be bought for the benefit of the community. Nic Wort, Greenwood project Officer, said: “The Greenwood

team is committed to supporting people to plant trees in their community. “Getting people involved in tree planting on their green space is a great way of developing interest and encouraging a long-term commitment to the local area.”

They also planted young Nottinghamshire Bramley apple trees to create a mini orchard on the site. Sarah Spurry, secretary of the Maun Conservation Group, said: “Applying for the grant was straightforward and the Greenwood Team gave us good advice about what trees to plant as well as how to plant and care for the trees.”

Supporting Equation A CHARITY that supports women, men and children who are victims of domestic abuse gave a talk to members of the Inner Wheel Club of Warsop at its meeting at The Hostess restaurant, Sookholme. Sam Billington, of Equation, spoke about its work with the NSPCC and the success of pilot projects in the Mansfield area. Sam is pictured, right, with the Inner Wheel club’s president, Helen Tomlinson, after it made a donation to the charity. Anyone who is the victim of domestic abuse can call a local 24-hour helpline on 0808 800 0340.

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MANY people joined an annual awareness and fundraising event to help highlight the problem of homelessness in Mansfield.

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MANSFIELD MP Ben Bradley and his office team joined the sleepout. Among those taking part was the way of getting people involved and town’s MP, Ben Bradley, together raising the profile of the issue. with members of his office team. “It was positive to see so many people and groups joining in with Their JustGiving fundraising the sleepout, such as Scouts and page — www.justgiving.com/fund the college. raising/ben-bradleymp — set up for the cause currently stands at “I want to thank all the organimore than £500. sers of the event. I have worked Ben said: “We have raised aware- closely with Framework, they are a genuinely good charity. ness for the issue in Mansfield, as well as raising a lot of money that “I know that all the money raised will go straight to Framework. will be put to helping the homeless in Mansfield.” “The Big Snore is a really good

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Favourite photographs at Mansfield Museum MANSFIELD Museum is continuing to bring NewsJournal readers a selection of its favourite photographs from the ourmansfieldarea website.

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the 'good life' of self sufficiency, May is also the last good window of opportunity to get your potatoes planted out, also continue to 'mound up' any that were planted earlier in the year once the shoots start to poke through the ground. Whatever your plans are for your garden this Season, have fun and enjoy yourselves. Plant Focus May also happens to be the opening night of a rather beautiful little herbaceous perennials flowering period, the Geum. A tough and reliable favourite for its frothy, lush foliage and early season colour that lasts and lasts and with the recent introduction of the 'Cocktail series' a few years ago, the Geum has been through its wardrobe and pulled out some delightful new party dresses.

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The route for the first Mayor’s Community Parade on Sunday, 10th June has just been confirmed. Inspired by a visit to one of Mansfield’s sister cities in the USA, it is being put together by Mansfield District Council, Mansfield Rotary Club and the Sister Cities Association. Travelling around Mansfield, the parade will start close to the Civic Centre on Chesterfield Road South and head into the town centre via St Peters Way, Clumber Street and Leeming Street. It will then go along West Gate and head back on Chesterfield Road South and on to Rosemary Street, before finishing next to the Civic Centre. The day’s entertainment will then continue with small fairground rides and live music tribute acts, featuring songs from the likes of Abba and Madonna, on a showground area on the recreational ground next to the Civic Centre. There are plans for a classic car meet in the Civic Centre car park.

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A PARADE in Mansfield, Pennsylvania, inspired the new community event for Mansfield, UK, in June. The Mayor of Mansfield, Kate Allsop (pictured on page 31), came up with the idea of the parade after a trip to Mansfield, Pennsylvania, in September 2016, where she took part in a community parade. She had been invited by the Sister Cities Association, which has been connecting Mansfields across the world for many years. The association holds an exchange visit to a Mansfield around the world every four years, with the next trip planned to the Mansfield in Texas, USA, in 2020. Inspired by the simplicity of a parade in Mansfield, Pennsylvania, which included sweets being handed to children along the route, the mayor decided to try to organise one in Mansfield UK. Kate said she was looking forward to leading the parade in her hometown and hoped it would be as successful as the one she took part in during the visit to Pennsylvania. “I want to see a parade like the old Mansfield Carnival that ceased in the early 80s, with groups like Girl Guides, cadets groups, heritage groups, Neighbourhood Watch, youth groups, WIs, sports clubs, colliery and marching bands, This page is sponsored by: classic cars, bikes and other vintage vehicles, emergency services, the Royal British Legion, the Armed Forces and local churches,” she said. The parade, which is expected to feature around 80 groups, will start at 11am and finish around 12.30pm. The showground area will be open from 10am to 6pm. It will feature small fairground rides,

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Mayor’s Community Parade bouncy castles, food and live music. There will also be charity stalls. Stewart Rickersey, chairman of the Sister Cities Association and district councillor for Eakring Ward, said: “The parade will be open to the community and charitable groups across Mansfield and district. There will be no charge to those groups taking part. “However, the logistics of the parade will mean that numbers will be limited, so early booking is necessary. “It is a chance to bring the community together and I hope it will become an annual event.” Nicky Tomlinson-Murphy, the president of Mansfield Rotary Club, said: “The Rotary motto is service above self and all our members play a role in supporting our local community in a variety of ways, whether through fundraising on the Christmas Sleigh or supporting local groups.

“This community parade fits perfectly into our objectives of helping others and we are delighted to be a co-organiser of this event with the Sister Cities Association.”

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THE parade will start close to the Civic Centre on Chesterfield Road South and travel into Mansfield town centre, moving along St Peter’s Way, Clumber Street, Leeming Street, West Gate and going back out of the town centre on to Chesterfield Road South and then Rosemary Street, before finishing at the Civic Centre. Several roads will be closed to traffic for the parade on 10th June — Chesterfield Road South, St Peters Way, Clumber Street, Leeming Street and West Gate. Traffic will be stopped on those roads an hour before and after the parade, which is set to start at 11am and finish at 12.30pm.

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Matchday programme ‘Oscar’ triumph for Stags MANSFIELD Town FC has won the Programme Of The Year award for Sky Bet League Two, chosen by highly-acclaimed Programme Monthly. It is the first time the Stags has claimed that League Two award and follows an accolade for best programme by Sports Trader magazine last season. In their critique of the programme, called The Stag, the panel said the publication was quality on all fronts. “Behind The Scenes is a nice twopage photo feature based around a particular fixture, followed by a two-page review of the game,” wrote

Programme Monthly, as part of its analysis of all 23 League Two clubs. “The feature player interview runs for five pages and there is good coverage of the under-21 side, including a player profile. Rather unusually, a feature on a teammates’ habits is conducted with one of the youth side,

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photos from the past, before Stags In Shot has photos of a past player.

“The Stags A-Z sees one of the current squad answer questions related to each letter of the alphabet.

“Statzone 2017/18 is the final content, a page of information nicely presented. A lot of variety, reading and imagination. Mansfield’s programme is quality on all fronts.”

“The visitors’ section runs for nine pages and is a delight, including the current squad presented in Top Trumps card style, a scouting report and three pages of retro content. “A standout feature is Getting Shirty, focusing on a particular Stags kit, while On This Day reproduces newspaper cuttings related to the club and the local area. “Stags Uncut is a good spread of

The Stag’s editor, Mark Stevenson, said: “The club receives this award with great pride. It is the equivalent of the Oscars for programme editors. “In each edition, we endeavour to showcase a club that is on the rise in all areas, with exclusive features and not-before-seen content.

Commonwealth Games success for athletes THERE was mixed fortunes for local sporting stars at the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast in Australia.

Ravenshead’s Chris and Gabby Adcock retained their badminton mixed doubles gold, despite Gabby suffering an ankle injury that badly disrupted their preparations. The husband-and-wife duo beat teammates Marcus Ellis and Lauren Smith 19-21 21-17 21-16. Chris said: “Standing on the podium, with the England flag going up, is an unbelievable feeling but doing it with your wife is something I can’t even explain. “I am unbelievably proud. Gabby has been out for almost the all year and hasn’t has two consecutive weeks of training so to come back and do this…it’s hard to put words on it.” In the swimming pool, Molly Renshaw, of Selston, claimed a silver medal in the 200m breaststroke, while Clipstone’s Elliot Clogg, 18, continued his transition into senior men’s swim-

ming at his first senior international event. Renshaw, 21, who went one better than her bronze medal at the 2014 Games in Glasgow,

finished behind South Africa’s Tatjana Schoenmaker won gold. Renshaw pipped Wales’ Chloe Tutton, who took bronze. Renshaw said: “I haven’t been on the podium since 2016 so it’s amazing to get back up there – it’s such a good feeling.” Unlucky Clogg (left) went out of the 100m backstroke at the semi-finals after his goggles fogged up — having posted a time in the heats that would have been good enough to make the final. He said: “I struggled to see. I had heated trousers on and I think I got too hot. So when I was sweating, my goggles were steaming up and I couldn’t see anything. “I was hitting the lane rope. I struggled to see the flags because they had steamed up so much. It’s just experience.” The English 17 years age-group record holder for the 100m freestyle then switched to the 100m freestyle and was eighth in the heats. Clogg said he was proud to have represented his country and enjoyed his experience.

“Chris and Jeanette Holloway — our official photographers — have provided first-class imagery throughout the season for the programme and our digital media channels, and deserve huge credit. “My thanks are extended to Paul Taylor and Martin Shaw, whose historical knowledge and photographs of the club have been invaluable to call upon.”

MOLLY Renshaw with her Commonwealth Games silver medal.

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MANSFIELD Swimming Club hosted the second Annual Acorn Meet at Hucknall. It was a great success with clubs across several counties attending. Mansfield swimmers gained 51 personal bests and 16 first places. Club members taking part were: Eleanor Bingham,

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