AN Ashfield dog breeder has been convicted of animal welfare offences and banned from operating, after a court heard about concerns for the welfare of her dogs.

A Hucknall businesswoman says free expert help given to her business has led to an increase in customers and an upturn in trade.

The wonders of the universe are to be brought to life as a new £6.8 million Planetarium prepares for liftoff.

As part of Sutton’s annual Christmas celebrations, the full line-up for this week’s switch-on has been announced.

The mum of a “kind and generous” soldier killed in action in Afghanistan has visited a new housing site named in his honour.

The festive spirit is returning to Ashfield as the annual Christmas celebrations are back.

Two HEAT Hub events are coming to Sutton in Ashfield this month to provide in person advice to residents to improve the energy efficiency of properties.

Creativity and innovation in the workplace took the spotlight as industry experts met with business leaders in Ashfield.

People are being encouraged to ‘Make a Difference’ in their communities by embarking on a rewarding career with their local council.

Organised by Out of the Box Events, on behalf of Ashfield District Council, the free event returned to Sutton Lawn for the first time in over a decade on Saturday 2 November.

Community and voluntary groups supporting Ashfield residents get back into work are being urged to apply for a grant.

Work to transform another public footpath in Kirkby in Ashfield to make it more accessible is now underway.