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How well you do you know your partner, family and friends.

Keep the whole family entertained this Christmas with 'Mr & Mrs' board game

Hoodie Blanket.

For the ulimate comfort and warmth check out the winter range from kudd.ly

Children and Staff celebrating Applegarth's 18th Birthday

Applegarth Day Nursery celebrates 18th birthday

Iceland is giving away free food.

Half term: Iceland give away FREE food as parents feel pressure of Xmas expenses

Feed a family for under £18.

Here’s where you can get feed a family for under £18 this half term

As of May, there were more than 52,000 children affected by family court cases. (Photo by: Dominic Lipinski/PA/Radar)

Notts children separated from family for more than a year as court cases drag on

Campaigner Terry Galloway, who grew up in care, now campaigns for greater protections for care leavers. (Photo by: Local Democracy Reporting Service)

Campaigner asks Government for change after objections against children’s homes

Across England, 14 per cent of children failed to meet the expected communication standard. However, there was great variation in development from area to area. Picture: Dominic Lipinski/PA Radar

One in 10 toddlers in Nottinghamshire can't communicate properly

Six weeks of summer fun at pub chain

Summer of play at family favourite Brewers Fayre

Across England and Wales there were over 368,000 lone male parents in 2021 – up from 338,000 a decade prior.

Fewer single father families living in Ashfield

Men are keener to cosy up with their pet than women, research found (photo: Adobe)

People would rather cuddle their pet than partner, study finds
Who doesn’t love a snuggle with their beloved pooch at the end of a hard day?

Maintaining a regular exercise routine can be difficult (photo: Adobe)

Getting the most out of your workout

See the most cost-effective activities according to Go Outdoors research

Most instagrammable free attractions in the UK

Belvoir Castle’s Easter activity trail is one of many amazing things to do this Easter.

Hop into Spring in Nottinghamshire with a jam-packed Easter line-up

Many dogs still love the chance to go out on adventures during the colder months (photo: Adobe)

​Protect your pets from the frosty winter chills

More than half of vets (52 per cent) said the number of clients reporting difficulty covering the cost of preventative veterinary care for their animal had increased compared to 2021 (photo: Adobe)

Vet concerns as one in five pets not receiving veterinary treatment in time

Dogs need their teeth brushing regularly to keep them healthy (photo: Adobe)

How to brush dogs teeth for healthy fresh mouth

Jack Russels are now the favourite of King Charles and the Queen Consort

What you didn’t know about the royal dog of choice – the Jack Russell

A young woman sits in the park with her dogs and shows them love (photo: Adobe)

​Choose right pet partner and show some loving

Most pets will be happy with a home temperature of 18 to 20C (photo: Adobe)

Experts reveal how to keep your pets warm this winter

Survey finds after difficult period during the pandemic years, weddings well and truly back with a bang (photo: Adobe)

Honeymoons are chosen over the house deposit new survey reveals

Getting the most out of your freezer (photo: Adobe)

Nine ways to get the most out of your freezer

Don’t panic if your dog has a sseizure, but don’t go near your dog’s mouth - they may accidentally bite (photo: Adobe)

​Dogs and how to deal with epilepsy conditions

Barry and Alan Whale Project

Having whale of a time with latest fishy project

Pass on the kindness

Random Acts of Kindness Day: Here are the top things you can do to show kindness

Hoping to enjoy a carefree holiday

Unorganised holdaymakers wasting enough money when booking holiday

Grooming your dog can bring you closer to your pet (photo: Adobe)

They call it puppy (other pets are available!) love

Millennials are most likely to share the love with a partner (photo: Adobe)

Millennials most likely to share the love
A relationship is all about sharing so why not spread the love this Valentine’s Day?

In Ghana February 14 is National Chocolate Day (photo: Adobe)

Valentine’s Day passion celebrated around globe

Exercise has many benefits including helping with digestion and improving joint mobility (photo: Adobe)

Hacks to combat the signs of ageing

One third of Britain’s pooches are overweight according to survey

Portly pooches on the increase as we become a nation of pet-loving feeders

Get ready for some Roarsome fun at the Tropical Butterfly House and discover the fun Dino Trail packed with clawsome challenges for the brave that will have you quaking in your boots and roaring with laughter! Complete the challenge sheet to claim your sweet treat reward! From digging for fun fossil finds at the Dino Dig to climbing inside a giant dinosaur egg, you'll come face to face with ferocious and friendly prehistoric friends as you stomp along the way. The wildlife park is open every day throughout the February half term school holiday 10am to 5pm. Admission prices apply

Top 9 half term activities in and around Nottinghamshire

Peggy, the winner of the Ugly Dog contest

Ugly dog contest: winner revealed

Happy healthy kids are parents' priority

“It is not extravagant experiences that provide children with happiness"

Around 40 per cent of parents say it’s due to having one-to-one time before children's bedtime that makes it special (photo: Adobe)

UK parents say bedtime is their favourite time of day with their children

With over 3,800 acres of parkland and gardens, woodlands and a beautiful lake, there's plenty for families to do. The park also features a nature inspired play area and 20 miles of cycle routes.

The best spots in Nottinghamshire with outdoor play areas for kids

Start the year off by downloading a digital budget planner (photo: Adobe)

Helpful saving hacks to help with the cost of living

Could you give any of these beautiful animals a home?

11 adorable cats and dogs available for adoption in Nottinghamshire

Best pregnancy pillows: sleep well and lessen pain with these pillows

Best pregnancy pillows: sleep well and lessen pain with these pillows

Less than a third of Brits sleep with the recommended one pillow, research found (photo: Adobe)

One small change could help you sleep better

A traditional roast dinner contains things not always good for your pet pooch

Feeding your dog Christmas dinner leftovers can leave them feeling ill

Christmas season poses a number of dangers for our precious pets (photo: Adobe)

Keeping pets safe this Christmas with PDSA

Eight in ten children (83 per cent) think their parents spend up to a whopping £10,000 each year during the Christmas period (photo: Rob Evans)

All kids want for Christmas is to save the planet

Mickey Mouse Disney100 Celebration jogger bottoms (photo: shopDisney)

Celebrate 100 years of the Walt Disney Company with new products on shopDisney

Find your inner racer at the Butlin's race track

Enjoy the Christmas season with Butlin’s festive day visits
Butlin’s resorts will be twinkling more than ever before with more than 140,000 lights offering plenty of picture-perfect photo opportunities.

Many UK parents are missing out on uninterrupted sleep on a nightly basis (photo: Adobe)

Children's poor routines cause parents sleepless nights - research finds

A colourful rug provides an inviting and comfortable area where children can play (photo: Adobe)

Eight must-haves for your child's bedroom

Native amphibians will be settling into their shelters in the UK this winter

First News: Toad-ally ready for the winter

Try gifting a Secret Santa present this Christmas

Families switch to Secret Santa gifting this Christmas

Kenova Pumpkin House

First News: Here is the Pumpkin House

Many across the UK have nuisance neighbours (photo: Adobe)

Neighbours become far from good friends here!

Big Weekender fun at Butlin's (photo: Paul Underhill)

Butlin’s Black Friday deals to give you a great break

The body language we display in photographs can reveal much about us (photo: Adobe)

The secret messages hidden in our photos

MASH DIRECT ROSTI SPIDERS & CROQUETTE MICE

Sink your teeth into some tasty treats this Halloween

Mr and Mrs Claus at Lotherton (photo: Lotherton: The Christmas Experience)

Mr & Mrs Claus will return to Yorkshire for festive fun at Lotherton