Lifestyle

Chief Executive of the HomeOwners Alliance, Paula Higgins

Call for action as survey reveals 35% of homes with spray foam have defect

New Look's Summer dresses are giving major Doen vibes without the designer price tag

New Look's new summer dress collection look designer

A window vac is one of those gadgets that will make you wonder how you managed without one

Karcher WV 6 window vac now £68.99 in Amazon limited-time deal

Silentnight's answer to menopause symptoms if they are stopping you sleeping.

Silentnight's answer to menopause symptoms if they are stopping you sleeping

Burger King UK just dropped a major menu refresh including new Kansas BBQ chicken fries.

Burger King UK just dropped a major menu refresh

We sampled the Ultenic T10 Lite robot vacuum cleaner with mop new into the UK market.

We sampled the Ultenic T10 Lite robot vacuum cleaner with mop

Homes and Gardens

It can be a confusing time when someone dies, having to deal with their financial affairs at the same time as grieving

What to do if your late loved one had a property to pass on
It can be a confusing time, on top of the emotional turmoil
Robert Cumber

These are some of the cheapest places to rent in England, with an average monthly rent of £651 or less

The 18 cheapest places to rent in England and how prices compare

Potential housing boom

“We could be on the doorstep of a housebuilding boom” as Planning Portal data re...

You couldn't ask for a better location than this £4m beachside villa, which is up for grabs in the latest Omaze prize draw

Look inside stunning £4m beachside house which could be yours for £10

Redrow Midlands is offering up to £15,000 discount for armed forces and key workers

Housebuilder honours key workers and armed forces in Nottinghamshire with exclus...

Pets

I tried Gtech home cleaning vacuum gadgets but how do they compare to my Shark vacuum cleaner

Shark vs Gtech: I tried both – and only one left my floors spotles

If you are looking for a new vacuum cleaner then you need to read my review first.

Natalie Dixon

Walking our dogs in warm weather can be extremely dangerous.

The exact temperature it's too warm to walk your dog

Pet allergies.

Watch: Vet expert shares signs of allergies in pets

Warning to avoid these common summer flowers that are toxic to dogs Sarah McCann

Sarah McCann

Cars & Motoring

The AMG E63S has an incredible exhaust note

Win a Mercedes-AMG E63 S for 6p

Motoring must-haves are now much cheaper on Amazon

Top Amazon car gadgets deals – save up to 50% on must-have tech

Retro & Heritage

Recognise anyone?

Fun photos shared with Ashfield Fire Station from years gone by

Ashfield Fire Station shared a handful of photos from the past. Recognise anyone?

Retro: Enter the archives again for another stroll down Memory Lane

Here are some of the latest great photos from the Hucknall Dispatch’s archives.

2010: Children at Watnall Road Pre-school play group in Hucknall take part in a road safety day. They are (from left) Joel Daft, Serenna Smith and James Ball.

Retro: Do you remember any of these fantastic events in our area?

Here are some of the latest great photos from the Hucknall Dispatch’s archives.

Do you feature in these smashing retro football pics from around town?Stephen Thirkill

Stephen Thirkill

Local and community history month: 10 museums and historical sites to visit

May is Local and Community History Month, a time to celebrate and promote local history across the U...

North Notts retro: 1940s war time plane crashes you might not know about

Throughout Nottinghamshire, there are several sites where war time planes crashed in the 1940s – wit...

Staycation

Night falls on Landal Twin Lakes, a stunning lakeside retreat alive with wildlife, awash with natural beauty.

Sink into illuminated bubbles beneath twinkling skies at Landal Twin Lakes
Nestled between the alluring Lake District and the wild greenery of the Yorkshire Dales, Twin Lakes is the perfect place to relax, reflect and reconnect
Karla Hall

Breathtaking Billesley Manor Hotel is a spectacle of 16th-century splendour

An escape set in natural beauty at the birthplace of The Bard

The Packhorse has 16 bedrooms.

Fancy a countryside escape with a day at the races?

Romancing the soul on the beautiful Caribbean island of Grenada

Recommended

Older women are seeing the biggest success with weight loss jabs when supported by digital tools like the Voy app.

Women 55+ lose more weight on Mounjaro and Wegovy with better habits

The broadband wars are hotting up this summer

EE will pay you for switch broadband in new ultrafast deal

The FoldyLock series is one of the toughest locks you can buy - and one of the neatest

The bike lock that changed how I park in town

More Lifestyle

Romantic break for two to Marrakech City includes hotel and flights from £59 per person

Short break for two people to Marrakech from £59 per person

The Singleton Malt Master Selection

Best whisky deals on Amazon right now

At £18 for a litre bottle we didn't expect miracles from Amazon's new Scotch - but we were more than a little surprised

Amazon’s £18 whisky tastes better than you’d expect

This River Island Short Sleeve Gathered Midi Dress is going viral – and it’s perfect for summer

River Island Short Sleeve Gathered Midi Dress is perfect for summer

The SodaStream machine is still selling well, and prices have just plummeted

SodaStream machines are nearly half price on Amazon at the moment

National Vegetarian Week: The best vegetarian restaurants in the UK - according to DesignMyNight

The best restaurants in the UK to visit on National Vegetarian Week

Lowering carbon footprint (photo: Adobe)

Going Green: Lowering your carbon footprint on a limited budget

Beauty must-haves I’m obsessed with this week including Skin Krush gadget, Aldi skincare and SPF cream

Beauty must-haves I’m obsessed with this week

Update your kitchen with a summer refresh plus stylish solutions from Salter, OXO and Yankee Candle

Top kitchen essentials from Salter, OXO and Yankee Candle

I tried the incredible Boots Fuel & Recover Sports Box with £160 worth of premium products for just £39.99

I tried the incredible Boots Fuel & Recover Sports Box £39.99

Is your dog addicted to attention? - Animal News Agency

Is your dog a narcissist? How Hucknall owners can spot if their pup is addicted ...

The Fox and Hounds in Blidworth Bottoms is highly recommended for its roast dinners.

Here's some top tips for the best places to go for Sunday dinner

River Island’s sleeveless bubble dress is a must-have for summer

Shop River Island’s sleeveless bubble dress before it sells out

The love and companionship of a dog is often a way people cope with mental health conditions. Photo: Other

11 dog breeds best suited to helping you with your mental health

Amazon's Everyday Essential event starts on May 21

Amazon’s Everyday Essentials Week: Save up to 40%

BMW X3 M50

The BMW X3 is striking but not quite roomy enough for a family of five

Jo Middleton of Canine Principles - Animal News Agency

I'm a dog expert, and here's how Hucknall dog owners can unlock the secrets behi...

Nottinghamshire's beautiful villages offer plenty of peace and quiet, either for a day trip or permanently: Photo: Thelma Ward

The top 9 ‘most peaceful’ Nottinghamshire villages to visit or move to in 2025