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Welcome to thebestofretford blog... Our blog is dedicated to providing commentary, news, local information, handy tips and generally letting off steam about issues of relevance to those living and working in Retford and Bassetlaw - and we’d love you to join in too! If you'd like to get involved please email us at retford@thebestof.co.uk or simply leave a comment using the box below (you'll need to register or log in before you can do this). Happy blogging! Alison

thebestof members are nominated for local business awards
Two of thebestof's businesses have been nominated for the North Notts Business awards at Hodsock Priory. These awards celebrate the success of local businesses in the Bassetlaw and Sherwood area.
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Alison L 08 February 2012
Ideas and inspiration for Valentine’s Day 2012 from The Best of Retford
From beauty treatments to women's clothing; spicy gifts to fine dining restaurants; The Best of Retford has a wide range of recommended businesses that are sure to have the perfect gift for that special person this Valentine’s Day
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Alison L 31 January 2012
Share the love and support local Retford businesses with thebestof’s 14 Days of Love campaign
Hold on to your hats – thebestof’s 14 Days of Love campaign is now in its third year and bigger and better than ever! For the next two weeks, we want you to recommend your favourite Retford businesses and in return, you could win fantastic prizes!
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Alison L 30 January 2012
Protect your Retford home’s water pipes this winter
From below freezing to a forecasted 8°c this afternoon, the UK’s changeable winter weather can cause havoc to your water pipes. The Best of Retford has some top tips to keep them from freezing or bursting this winter
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Alison L 19 January 2012
Give your Retford home a new lease of life with new carpets, furniture and wooden flooring
Is your home looking a bit bare now that the decorations have been taken down? Spruce up your home with a new bed, carpet, rug or wooden floor from a recommended Retford business.
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Alison L 30 December 2011
Out with the old and in with the new at Oldcotes Car Boot Sale and Sunday Market
New Year is a time to say goodbye to things you no longer need and look forward to the changes the coming months have to bring. Why not wave farewell to those unwanted items and make a little money at Oldcotes Car Boot Sale and Sunday Market near Retford?
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Alison L 23 December 2011
Can we save our high streets?
Retail guru, Mary Portas has published her report on the state of the UK’s town centres and the news isn’t good. Can high streets in towns such as Retford survive?
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Alison L 14 December 2011
Celebrate the festive season in style at Retford’s recommended restaurants
Retford has a whole host of fabulous restaurants that are already in the swing of Christmas, with festive menus that are sure to tickle even the fussiest of tastebuds!
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Alison L 12 December 2011
Can you Help Find this Missing Dog in Retford, please? - £150 Reward
Molly, a small Jack Russell cross went missing from Retford Market Square on 5th December at about 1.45pm. She is a much loved children’s pet and her owners are devastated. There is a £150 reward for information leading to Molly's safe return.
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Alison L 11 December 2011
Enjoy the Olympics here in Retford at The Bassetlaw Games
Inspired by London 2012, the Bassetlaw Games is a fantastic opportunity to get involved, get more active and participate in a variety of Olympics-inspired sports and events taking place in Retford and Bassetlaw over the next twelve months.
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Alison L 07 December 2011
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