Problems on the trains this morning
Lines on Virgin East Coast are currently blocked between Retford and Newark North Gate following a person being hit by a train.
Trains between Doncaster and Grantham may be delayed by up to 60 minutes.There is currently no estimate for when the line will reopen, however it is expected that disruption will continue until approximately 11:00.
Follow the the incident on Twitter by using the #Retford
Chris Rea dies aged 74
Famous for his hit singles including Driving home for Christmas
Could you be a blood donor?
The NHS Blood and Transplant Service are calling on local people to help fill available blood donation appointments at their Nottingham Donor Centre over coming days and weeks to help boost their blood stock levels.
Radio Newark on DAB Digital Radio.
DAB deal signals massive expansion in Radio Newark’s reach. Radio Newark's potential audience reach is set to expand dramatically after the community station’s board of directors accepted an offer to have its output relayed by Nottingham DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting).
StreetLink support for rough sleepers in Newark and Sherwood
If you see someone sleeping rough and you want to help, you can now alert the right support groups through one website, StreetLink. StreetLink, a digital platform aimed at helping rough sleepers, has officially relaunched with a new website that connects people who are sleeping rough to local support services.
