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Cllrs Arnie Hankin and David Martin with head teacher David Broomhead

£1 million plans revealed for new Selston sports facilities

High quality public sports and leisure facilities are planned for Selston thanks to a £1million investment by Ashfield District Council.

Posted on 18 November 2025
Artist impression of a tree lined road with industrial units on the edges

Ashfield Innovation and Technology Park consultation 

Ashfield District Council is asking residents and businesses for their views on the proposed Ashfield Innovation and Technology Park (AITP) on Lowmoor Road.

Posted on 17 November 2025
A big crowd of people are stood in front of a large Christmas tree with red and white lights on it

Sutton Christmas light switch on 2025

Sutton’s newly renovated Portland Square has been adorned with Christmas decorations, ready to host the annual Christmas light switch on event on Thursday 20 November. 

Posted on 14 November 2025
Two men in high vis stand in front of a half demolished changing room on Kingsway Park

Kingsway Park sees changing rooms demolished

As part of Ashfield District Council’s multi-million-pound investment into Kingsway Park, work has started to demolish the old changing rooms. 

Posted on 13 November 2025
The Sheldon family at Adrian Sheldon View

Rifles visit new homes named in memory of fallen soldier

A fallen Ashfield soldier has been remembered as representatives of his regiment visited new homes named in his honour.

Posted on 12 November 2025
A red brick building in a state of partial demolition with a machine in front of the building

Demolition starts on the former factory shop

This week, the demolition of the dilapidated former factory shop on Ellis Street, Kirkby, has begun. 

Posted on 11 November 2025