We’re heading to Worksop Town’s Windsor Foodservice Stadium on Monday for the Play-Off Final our Away Fan Guide has all the matchday information Tickets can only be purchased online in advance of the game Tickets for Lions fans are on sale now and can be purchased here. PLEASE NOTE: Tickets MUST be printed off to gain entry to the game our office at Nethermoor will be open from 2:30pm – 4:30pm on Sunday 4th May to assist with printing pre-paid tickets In order to have your tickets printed please email trudi.miller@guiseleyafc.co.uk with your tickets for printing Worksop’s matchday programme will be available for £2.50 There is limited adjacent parking with nearby on street spaces Parking in the nearby retail park is strictly limited to two hours these car parks are run by a private operator and should you stay over the allotted time parking tickets will be issued Segregation will be in place for this fixture as the Lions line up in our all blue third kit A wide selection of hot and cold snacks and beverages will be available from Worksop on Monday Coach travel is available with Guiseley AFC Supporters’ Club just call Paul on 07518 445861 to secure a seat The coach leaves Nethermoor at 10:30am priced at £25 for members and £30 for non-members Guiseley AFC: A family-friendly football club playing in the Pitching In Northern Premier League Premier Division based in the Leeds/Bradford area of West Yorkshire Tickets for HOME fans are now on sale at the link here: https://www.ticketisland.co.uk/ticketi_slevent_cal3Full?bi=WorksopTownFC&slctd=04-29-2025#pos_tag This match is “ALL TICKET” and segregated.  No cash or card entry or tickets to purchase on the day.  AWAY supporters have their full allocation set aside and will be able to purchase them when they know who they are (possibly this evening).  In the meantime, they need to remain patient because there will be no refunds.  Spectators found in the wrong segregated enclosure will be ejected without a refund. 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Two riders die in British Supersport Championship crash after 11-bike pile-up WATCH NOW: Phillip Baum suggests 'insider action' could have played a part in Heathrow fire: 'Embarrassing for Heathrow' A major incident has been declared after a man died in a massive gas explosion which destroyed a property in Nottinghamshire After working through the night to search for residents police have confirmed this morning that the man died at the scene despite the best efforts of the responding emergency services Swooping on the scene around 7.30pm on Saturday night Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that several houses surrounding the street were evacuated said: “This is an extremely serious incident that has led to a man’s untimely death Authorities have declared a major incident after a massive gas explosion destroyed a house in Nottinghamshire “The man’s family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers I have no doubt that this incident will have come as a shock to the community in Worksop." The council is providing support to those affected by the incident while authorities have launched an investigation to identify the cause of the explosion and to ensure all local residents are accounted for Nottinghamshire Police said that the house was "partially destroyed" and that other residences were damaged Footage shared online shows a terraced house with its roof caved in while the property's next-door neighbours sustained further damage to windows and exterior the NFRS posted: "Three fire engines remain on scene at this incident with fire crews working alongside specialist Urban Search & Rescue Teams to account for all local residents." They explained that the building involved was "significantly damaged" and will be assessed by structural engineers today Locals have been urged to avoid the area altogether while the officials carry out their work the fire service said: "Multiple houses in and around John Street have been evacuated." Several houses have been evacuated as search and rescue teams work to 'account for all local residents' Authorities are working to ensure all local residents are accounted for Earlier this morning they issued an update following their statement yesterday evening when they first declared the ordeal to be a "major incident" They added: "We are likely to be on scene throughout the night and even into Sunday morning owing to the significant damage to the building." It confirmed that emergency respondents were summoned to the scene at 7.39pm yesterday evening The nearby Crown Place Community was opened last night as a "place of safety" for affected residents Following an investigation into Tuesday night’s fixture at Stockton Town and the ineligibility of an opposition player Guiseley AFC have been reinstated to the NPL play-offs away to Worksop Town at their Sandy Lane ground on Monday 5th May The fixture is segregated and all-ticket with no purchases at the turnstiles so please ensure you buy your tickets before travelling Guiseley AFC Supporters’ Club are running coach travel on Monday and you can book your places by calling Paul on 07518445861 The coaches depart Nethermoor at 10:30am and are priced at £25 for Travel Club Members and £30 for Non-Travel Club Members We are thrilled to announce an exciting new venture with Palmer School of Excellence that we believe will create more opportunities for the football club and community impact we will create innovative programs that inspire and empower young athletes fostering both academic and athletic excellence Trials will be bookable from the 1st May via www.palmerschoolofexcellence.com Squads will be finalised the following week All successful players will commence the training schedule on the 2nd/3rd June The venture with Palmer School of Excellence marks an exciting new chapter and we cannot wait to share all the amazing things ahead Liam Palmer is a proud footballer born and bred in Worksop whose journey to professional football is a testament to his hard work Liam’s passion for football began at a young age and his dedication to his craft has seen him rise through the ranks to become a key player for Sheffield Wednesday Palmer’s journey has not only made him a fan favourite but also a source of pride for his hometown His rise to prominence represents the values of resilience and ambition that many aspiring athletes from small towns look up to From his humble beginnings in Worksop to becoming a prominent figure in professional football Liam Palmer is a shining example of what hard work and dedication can achieve Thank you for your continued support and trust as we embark on this exciting new journey Worksop Town edged out Ashton United at the Windsor Foodservice Stadium in the Northern Premier Division Premier League playoff semi-final with a 2-1 win to seal a playoff final against Stockton Town The Tigers started with haste as Regan Hutchinson sprinted down the right-hand side just three minutes into the first half The first big chance of the game came to the Tigers through Hutchinson again who managed to find Liam Hughes in the penalty box but he couldn’t keep his shot down and saw his effort sail over the bar Another chance came by for Worksop Town through Jordan Burrow as he latched onto a Hutchinson cross and headed towards goal an excellent save from Connor Eastham prevented the deadlock from being broken Ashton United’s first chance came from a set piece with Jason Gilchrist’s free-kick sailing just wide of the post the deadlock was finally broken as Hutchinson continued to get down the right flank and put in a cross with pace who made no mistake and smashed his effort into the roof of the net The 2nd half began with the away side having plenty of the ball and creating chances with good work from Callum Rowe and Jason Gilchrist whose effort looked to be heading towards goal if it weren’t for Joe Leesley’s block inside the box and it came just before the 60-minute mark as a cross from the right side found Gilchrist at the back post who headed the ball past Tommy Taylor and gave the Robins their equaliser Ashton United thought they had taken the lead after the Tigers failed to clear from a corner but the referee flagged for the goal to be disallowed There was still one more goal left in this match and a close chance for Hughes saw the ball cleared away and sent back in where Burrow reacted the quickest and headed Worksop Town into the lead and into the playoff final The Tigers will face Stockton Town at the Windsor Foodservice Stadium on Monday 5th May for a chance at promotion The body of 53-year-old David Howard was recovered from underneath debris after the blast on Friday News | Crime Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man died in an explosion at a house in Worksop Emergency services were called to John Street at 7.39pm after reports of a blast inside a house prompting the declaration of a major incident was recovered from underneath debris but died at the scene His family is being supported by specially trained officers Man arrested on suspicion of murder after house explosion kills 53-year-old Father who died in house explosion named by police Residents unable to return home after fatal Worksop ‘gas explosion’ Jean Marsh: Veteran stage and screen actress best known as no-nonsense maid Nottinghamshire Police said a 43-year-old man was arrested and questioned on suspicion of murder as part of ongoing inquiries He has since been bailed while further investigations continue The cause of the explosion is still unknown and officers say they are "keeping an open mind" at this stage of Nottinghamshire Police and who is leading the investigation said: "Our thoughts remain with David's loved ones at this extremely difficult time I want to be really clear that our investigation remains at a very early stage and we are doing everything possible to establish what caused this deeply tragic incident "It remains too early to say whether there is a criminal element to this case and would ask that people avoid speculation "Our inquiries are continuing and I would further ask anyone with information who is yet to come forward to please contact us as soon as possible." Despite the efforts of the emergency services Mr Howard was pronounced dead at the scene His daughters have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers Police said inquiries are continuing to establish the cause of the explosion Nottinghamshire Police Chief Inspector Clive Collings said: “I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the wife “I would also like to thank the local community and people of Worksop “It is obviously a live investigation so we are still in the process of trying to understand why this has happened “If there is anyone who knows anything or has seen anything that could help us with our investigation could they please call 101.” A council spokesman said 35 properties had been evacuated as a safety measure but the majority of residents have since returned Detective Chief Inspector Ruby Burrow continued the tributes to Mr Howard She said: “Our thoughts are very much with David’s loved ones at this devastating time “He has lost his life in truly tragic circumstances and we would ask everyone to respect his daughters’ privacy “Our investigation to establish exactly what happened is ongoing and we are working hard to find the answers his family needs while the investigation is being carried out people avoid speculation both online and in the community “We again thank people for their continued support and co-operation at this time.” Prince Louis steals the show at VE Day parade as he keeps dad William looking sharp and mimics brother George Prince Louis steals show with sweet antics at VE parade VE Day 2025 fashion: best looks from the day VE Day 2025 fashion: Princess of Wales to Lady Victoria Starmer UK tourists face major travel shake-up as Dubai airport set to close Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in major blow for Putin ahead of Victory Day celebrations Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in blow for Putin Royals watch historic flypast as huge crowds turns out for VE Day 80th anniversary  Royals watch historic Red Arrows flypast for VE Day 80th anniversary Worksop Town host Ashton United at the Windsor Foodservice Stadium in the semi-final playoff of the Northern Premier League Premier Division The Tigers ended their season in winning ways completing their season with three straight wins and a rotated squad Ashton ended their league season in defeat to Workington AFC losing 5-1 with only three wins in their last 10 games A place in the NPL final awaits one of these sides in what will be a fierce clash at the Windsor Foodservice Stadium a jump of 2 places this year and an improvement of 2 points sees Ashton United in the play-offs IN THE DUGOUTSteve Cunningham became Ashton United’s manager in 2023 and has led them to the playoff in his first full season as manager Cunnigham has previously managed Colne and Curzon Ashton before joining the red side of Tameside ONE TO WATCHDarius Osei has had a fantastic season in the NPL scoring 21 goals this season with two coming against the Tigers too LAST TIME WE METWe battled hard last time we met in February of this year with Worksop Town coming out on top with a 2-0 win despite being down to 10 men Goals from Aleks Starcenko and Liam Hughes gave us all three points PRICES£13 Adults£9 Concession£6 Youth£3 11 and under Buy your ticket online here: https://www.ticketisland.co.uk/ticketi_slevent_cal3Full?bi=WorksopTownFC&slctd=04-29-2025&fbclid=IwY2xjawJ4Ob5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFMOHFZR2lnU05TbkJHcXREAR5s7uDU8WYeNmYtpllg8bkuLOp7iwuFbVnhxk1-xz5uohHY6wILKp9zM6-GFg_aem_c6PFT00hYQ7Ubh7z1hGxZg#pos_tag LOCATION The Windsor Foodservice StadiumBabbage WayWorksopNottinghamshire S80 1UJ APRIL SCHEDULETuesday 29th April-  Ashton United (H) - 7:45PM Words: George AllenPhoto: Lewis Pickersgill Leader of Bassetlaw District Council has issued this statement after the explosion at a home in Worksop in which a man lost his life “We have all been shocked and concerned by yesterday’s incident on John Street in Worksop which has had a huge impact on this community “I would like to offer my condolences to the family and friends of the man who has sadly lost his life and offer my sympathy to everyone who has been affected by this tragic incident “I’d like to praise the swift actions of the emergency services and other agencies whose quick response has prevented any further loss of life The painstaking search and rescue operation also ensured that wider residents of John Street and the surrounding area are safe and accounted for officers from Bassetlaw District Council have been working tirelessly with other partners to ensure that families and individuals who have been evacuated from their homes have a safe place to stay “Around 50 people from 35 properties were evacuated many of whom were able to be supported by family and friends we were able to secure accommodation for nine households while others were given emergency shelter overnight at Crown Place Community Centre “Our officers have been working hard again today and have found hotel and temporary accommodation for all those who have requested assistance as they cannot return to their homes this evening we have closed the emergency shelter for tonight and over the coming days will continue to work closely with Nottinghamshire County Council to support those directly affected in addition to vulnerable people living close by who have been affected by the current loss of power “Officers from our Building Control Team also continue to work closely with the Emergency Services and provide specialist advice on the structural safety of the properties that have been affected by this explosion “I would like to advise all residents to continue to follow the advice of the emergency services and not to approach the scene until advised that it is safe to do so by the relevant authorities.” •  Major incident after gas explosion in Worksop •  Man dies after house explosion in Nottinghamshire Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. died at the scene after emergency services were called to an address in Nottinghamshire on Saturday I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice A 43-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a fatal house explosion in Nottinghamshire Emergency services were called to John Street at 7.39pm on Saturday after the explosion inside a house in Worksop. A major incident was declared and nearby homes were evacuated. Images showed the length of the house was wrecked, with debris covering the street and back garden. Officers recovered the body of a man from under the wreckage following the blast David Howard, 53, was identified as the man who died at the scene. His daughters have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers, Nottinghamshire Police said police said the cause of the explosion remains unclear and officers say they are “keeping an open mind” at this stage A 43-year-old man was arrested and questioned on suspicion of murder He has since been bailed pending further investigation Lead investigator detective chief inspector Ruby Burrow said: “Our thoughts remain with David’s loved ones at this extremely difficult time “It remains too early to say whether there is a criminal element to this case and would ask that people avoid speculation Two neighbouring properties partially collapsed as a result of the explosion and eight others About 50 people from 35 properties were evacuated and have been supported by Bassetlaw District Council and Nottinghamshire County Council. Some of the displaced residents spent Saturday night in the Crown Place Community Centre, which was offered as an emergency shelter. Sophie Nimmo, who lives in nearby Sandy Lane, said: "I don't know how to explain it, it just shook me to my core and I felt the rumble in the ground. "I then went out the front of the house to see what had happened, still clueless at this time, and saw smoke drifting over rooftops." Anyone with information has been asked to contact 101 quoting incident 612 of 12 April 2025. The length of the house was wrecked, with debris covering the street and back garden govt and politics"},{"score":0.810973,"label":"/society/crime/personal offense/homicide"},{"score":0.681906,"label":"/law govt and politics/law enforcement"},{"score":0.614597,"label":"/society/crime/personal offense/assault"},{"score":0.601503,"label":"/law Fourteen households are still unable to return home after a fatal explosion in Worksop. John Street in the town was closed and dozens of homes evacuated following the blast inside a terraced house on the evening of April 12 later identified as 53-year-old David Howard Another man was subsequently arrested on suspicion of murder and bailed chief executive of Bassetlaw District Council said that three homes – including the one involved in the explosion and the two neighbouring properties – must now be demolished Due to an ongoing police cordon and structural surveys there are also still 14 households unable to return home and no timescale has yet been given for when the all-clear will be given “The situation has moved on quite a lot but there is still significant impact on a number of residents,” Mr Armiger said in an interview on Wednesday (April 23) “As things stand at the moment there are approximately 14 households unable to return to their properties because they are within the cordon “In the first instance we made arrangements for up to 50 residents to seek accommodation on the Saturday and Sunday nights just after the explosion That has reduced over time as most people have been able to return to their households “We have had support in place both for the 14 households that are still unable to return but also for other residents who want to seek support working with agencies like Nottinghamshire County Council to really try to see what needs people have and to make sure we can support them in any way they do need “Some residents need access to food and clothing because they can’t get back into their properties others just want to talk to somebody or need to be able to get new medication so there has been a range of support packages put in place.” Mr Armiger said the cost of the support to the council is not yet known “One of the key things now is in most cases the accommodation is being provided by the insurance companies or by landlords because a number of the properties are rented so the direct impact on the council is fairly limited “The three properties are clearly going to be demolished and there is some significant damage to one or two of the other properties as well so it may well take some time for those to be repaired “They may well be looking at long-term alternative accommodation I do know quite a number of landlords have already done that for a number of the impacted residents.” An investigation is ongoing to establish the exact cause of the explosion added: “Our thoughts remain with David’s loved ones at this extremely difficult time “Our inquiries are continuing and I would further ask anyone with information who is yet to come forward to please contact us as soon as possible.” •  Plans for new takeaway next to Nottingham supermarket approved Bassetlaw is an area which has been a Labour stronghold for most of the past few decades But the 2019 General Election saw the district elect a Conservative MP for the first time in more than 100 years – a result reversed by Labour in last year’s General Election The Tories also picked up six out of the nine Nottinghamshire County Council divisions in the 2021 local election – with Labour winning the other three could this change at the upcoming county council poll on May 1 The Worksop East division, which also includes large chunks of Worksop town centre – the historic market town dating back to 1103 coloured with rich heritage and identity. It is home to the Chesterfield Canal, built in the late 18th century, which played a key role in transporting coal and other goods during England’s industrial revolution. The previous council elections saw four candidates stand for Worksop East – and this time round there are five. It was secured by Labour’s Glynn Gilfoyle, who is standing for the division again this year, too. Majority: 55.4 per cent vote share and a 507-vote majority “I’ve lived in Worksop now for more than 35 years. We’ve been run by a Labour council majority of the time. However, the county is normally run by the Conservatives, and we are often ignored. “You can just look around where we are now. This whole precinct and shopping centre used to be thriving but now it’s just full of empty shops. Nobody seems to have any idea what to do. “The current county and district councilors seem to be more involved in their own local party politics.  And as Lib Dems, we pride ourselves to getting things done on a local level for the people.” “Regeneration. We need to be investing in Worksop and Bassetlaw as a whole. Potholes are a big issue. There’s no point in just throwing a bit of tarmac onto it, as the council has been doing. “I’ve got potholes on my street that have been repaired several times, and within weeks of them repairing them, the potholes reappear. “So instead of actually investing the public money into the right places, we’re wasting money doing the same work time and time again. “We need to start working out what to do with the centre of our town, here in Worksop. We really need to work out how to revitalise our town centres.” “The Labour Party is the only party that will deliver a strong education system within the county. We will get to grips with the roads within the county and also the issue of Special Educational Needs, where there are a number of backlog cases of young people not getting the education they need.” “There is a big issue with the roads and potholes around Worksop East, and also an issue of flooding within the town centre. We need to get a grip of that and it needs some investment.” “Worksop East is a beautiful place to live. The people are warm and friendly and we’ve got a lot to be proud of. It needs someone that understands the locality like myself. I’ve lived in this area for more than 60 years, and I know the district very well.” “People should vote for me to get things done. I’ll be a councillor who fights for the people of Worksop to deliver what matters. Roads repaired, more school places and fighting to tackle anti-social behaviour within Worksop.” What are the most important issues in Worksop? “The most important issue is the roads. And if elected, I will be fighting to ensure that road repair plans are delivered on roads such as Lincoln St, which is scheduled for a full resurface next year, and surface treatment plans on the B6079 are delivered. “Another issue is crime and anti-social behaviour. The Conservatives have been clear in Bassetlaw that we want to see Government investment to deliver a custody suite for Bassetlaw to help tackle crime in Worksop.” “The people. We have fantastic community groups across Worksop and a strong local identity that only wants what is best for our area.” “[In] this election things are different – it’s no longer a two-horse race between Labour and the Tories. A vote for the Green Party is a vote for real change in Bassetlaw. Green councillors are serious about listening to local people, fighting for fully funded, efficient community services and protecting our homes and environment. “The Green Party doesn’t tell their councillors how to vote, which means that I will always put the interests of residents in my area ahead of party politics, no matter the issue.” “I’ve lived and worked in Bassetlaw all my adult life and raised my children here. The people here are what we have going for us – most people are friendly and welcoming. “Bassetlaw has so much potential, but we need more backing from local government to unlock it. Our beautiful countryside is our most precious resource, but we need to do more to protect it. “We should have excellent transport links thanks to our railway lines, yet the train service falls short. We have excellent opportunities for building green energy infrastructure, but we need greater investment to retrain local people and push projects forward.” “The cost-of-living crisis represents a real challenge for many in Bassetlaw. Greens are clear that we need to invest more in our future – education, health, homes – by ensuring that the very richest pay their fair share. Around here, we need to provide more opportunities for our young people. “That means better public transport to get them access to work. It also means more youth clubs, parks, and accessible green spaces in our area to support community well-being for everyone. “In the future, climate change will get worse, and we are not ready for it. Communities in Bassetlaw have been hard-hit by flooding, and we urgently need new and natural flood defences to protect residents and businesses.” What is the biggest issue facing the constituency? “Living standards have been made worse for everyday people across this country. Worksop is no different. We’ve lost a lot of jobs in this area, and the local economy is struggling. “This is all made worse by the Government’s cuts to welfare and the winter fuel allowance, and by their refusal to remove the two-child benefit cap. “We would do this by supporting sustainable, green investment in our local economy and by making sure that the wealthiest in society pay their fair share.” Russell Dodd for Reform UK was unable to attend an interview and did not provide a statement, or answer our direct messages asking for a comment. Officers are working to establish the cause of the explosion A man who died following an explosion at a house in Worksop Emergency services were called to John Street at 7.39pm on Saturday after an explosion inside a house A major incident was declared as a cordon was put up and nearby houses evacuated Images showed the length of the house was wrecked with debris covering the street and back garden Officers recovered the body of a man from under debris following the blast David Howard, 53, was identified as the man who died at the scene, said Nottinghamshire Police Detective Chief Inspector Ruby Burrow said: “Our thoughts are very much with David’s loved ones at this devastating time and we would ask everyone to respect his daughters' privacy “Our investigation to establish exactly what happened is ongoing and we are working hard to find the answers his family needs” “We would ask that while the investigation is being carried out that people avoid speculation both online and in the community DCI Burrow concluded: “We again thank people for their continued support and cooperation at this time." Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service also extended their condolences to Mr Howard’s family and friends on Sunday night Officers are continuing to investigate what caused the explosion and a police cordon is set to remain up until further notice Everyone who may have been in the area at the time has since been accounted for About 50 people from 35 properties were evacuated and have been supported by Bassetlaw District Council and Nottinghamshire County Council. Some of the displaced spent Saturday night in the Crown Place Community Centre which was offered as an emergency shelter. Bassetlaw District Council found accommodation for nine households and others were able to stay with family or friends. Hotel or temporary accommodation was found “for all those who have requested assistance” and the emergency shelter was closed as a result, said councillor Julie Leigh. It remains unconfirmed how many people have been allowed to return home. Buildings near the scene were left without power and the council has been working to help vulnerable people affected. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies David Howard's daughters have been informed of his passing govt and politics"},{"score":0.680389,"label":"/law govt and politics/law enforcement"},{"score":0.615004,"label":"/society/crime/personal offense/homicide"},{"score":0.588923,"label":"/law who died in Worksop house explosion named","description":"Officers are working to establish the cause of the explosion Ian Payne is Leading Britain's Conversation A man who died following an explosion at a house in Nottinghamshire has been named by police The body of 53-year-old David Howard was recovered underneath debris after the blast in Worksop on Saturday April 12 Emergency services were called to John Street at 7.39pm that evening after reports of a blast inside a house Read more: Kitchen use suspended in high-security prison units after Manchester Arena terrorist's attack on three prison officers Read more: Rishi Sunak's former aide among 15 people charged with gambling on General Election date See more Latest News See more World News See more More Topics Credit: ITV NewsThe residents of 14 houses that were evacuated after a fatal explosion in Worksop have been told there is "no timescale" for their return Thirty-five properties were initially impacted after the blast caused a terraced property on John Street to collapse on Saturday The body of David Howard, 53, was recovered from the debris Most of those who were forced to leave their homes have now been allowed back But Bassetlaw District Council has confirmed that the remains of the house will have to be demolished due to "significant structural damage" Residents of 11 other houses are also unable to return to their homes while surveyors assess their safety the council's chief executive David Armiger said: "Due to the ongoing investigation by Nottinghamshire Police and the challenging process to make the impacted buildings safe we are not able to provide a definitive timescale on how long residents may be out of their homes." Mr Armiger said residents of the 14 properties still affected by the incident were in emergency accommodation provided by the council "We are also co-ordinating support from local charities and agencies who are providing these residents with food "We will continue to work with local agencies to ensure that these people receive the support and advice they need during this difficult time." A 43-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of Mr Howard's murder and has since been released on bail. Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories? Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know. WATCH: Scene from gas explosion in Newcastle in December 2024 A man has been arrested for murder after a huge suspected gas explosion destroyed multiple homes in Nottinghamshire. Local police have confirmed that they questioned a 43-year-old man before he was bailed as investigations continue. David Howard, 53, was recovered from underneath debris but died at the scene on Sunday. Specialist officers are supporting his family, police have said. The cause of the explosion remains unknown The cause of the explosion is still unknown and officers say they are “keeping an open mind” at this stage Emergency services worked to recover the victim the morning after a blaze broke out in Worksop at 7.39pm on Saturday April 12. Leading the investigation, Detective Chief Inspector Ruby Burrow said: "Our thoughts remain with David’s loved ones at this extremely difficult time. "Whilst we have made an arrest, I want to be really clear that our investigation remains at a very early stage and we are doing everything possible to establish what caused this deeply tragic incident." He explained that it was too early to say whether there was any criminality to the situation, urging people to refrain from speculation. The detective calls on anyone with information to contact the police force as soon as possible. Swooping on the scene around 7.30pm on Saturday night, Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that several houses surrounding the street were evacuated. Now, three houses will be entirely demolished after the incident led to the total collapse of one house. The two neighbouring properties endured "significant structural damage". Two neighbouring properties endured 'significant structural damage' Three houses will be entirely demolished after the incident led to one house's total collapse Bassetlaw District Council's chief executive David Armiger said yesterday: "There are three properties which were severely damaged and I think it's likely that three will have to be removed. Other properties do have quite significant damage, but it looks like it is something repairable." He explained that the difficulty stemmed from having to carry out the demolition "in a controlled way" which "could take days in this instance". A total of 35 properties were evacuated while the council continues to organise accommodation for those who cannot return to the site yet. As of Monday, residents were not able to return to eight properties, while others elected to not return to other houses along the street. A man has been killed in a explosion which destroyed a house in Nottinghamshire Emergency services declared a major incident on Saturday evening when a terraced house in Worksop collapsed Police and firefighters were called to John Street and 35 neighbouring properties have been evacuated Nottinghamshire Police said the body of a man The force said the cause of the explosion is now being investigated by officers Ch Insp Clive Collings said: “This is an extremely serious incident that has led to a man’s untimely death “I have no doubt that this incident will have come as a shock to the community in Worksop.” A cordon and road closures are likely to remain in place for some time as officers carry out an investigation The nearby Crown Place Community Centre has been opened as a rest centre for residents Images circulated on social media showed the destroyed home and people on Facebook reported hearing a “huge” bang which shook the surrounding properties The entire length of the house looks to have been wrecked with bricks covering part of the street in front in a video of the scene shared on Facebook Anyone with any further information is being asked to contact 101 Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know.. we’ve made the decision to part ways with Evolution Soccer and we would like to wish them well in their future endeavours as we move in a new direction A further announcement will be made on the 1st May informing you of our exciting plans.  Police appeal for information from people living in Worksop as they investigate ‘extremely serious incident’ A man has died after an explosion at a house in Nottinghamshire Emergency services were called to John Street in Worksop at 7.39pm on Saturday A major incident was declared and homes were evacuated after the blast in which a terraced property was destroyed and significant damage was caused to neighbouring properties The body of a man in his 50s was discovered in the wreckage The man’s family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.” A police statement said that everyone who could have been in the area at the time was now accounted for and that an investigation to determine the cause of the explosion was ongoing Collings added: “It is likely that the cordon and road closures will remain in place for some time as we carry out our investigations I would also like to acknowledge the cooperation of local residents and thank them for their patience “Officers will remain in the area to carry out inquiries relating to the investigation It is an offence to fly a drone over or near to an ongoing emergency response without permission and I would ask that people refrain from doing that including our emergency services colleagues at Nottinghamshire fire and rescue service and East Midlands ambulance service who have worked throughout the night in response to this incident.” the nearby Crown Place community centre was opened as a place of safety for residents while police remained at the scene through the night Images circulated on social media appeared to show the scene with people reporting hearing a huge bang that shook surrounding properties the entire length of the property appeared to have been wrecked one person asked at about 8.06pm on Saturday: “Did anyone else hear a loud bang/explosion sound in Worksop north Nottingham around 30 minutes ago?” A Facebook user posted at about 8.10pm: “I was driving back from mass this evening just turned into Gladstone Street from Gateford Road I thought the back end had blown off my car.” told the BBC: “I was lying in bed when I heard an explosion I saw smoke and the car in front of me rocked We quickly ran out of the house to see what had happened.” A 27-year-old man has been charged after police uncovered a cannabis grow Officers attended Knaton Road, Worksop on Wednesday (23 April) at around 2pm as they searched for a wanted individual officers discovered 140 cannabis plants growing across four rooms has been charged with the production of the Class B drug cannabis and possession with the intent to supply the drug Jashari appeared in Nottingham Magistrates’ Court today (25 April) and has been remanded in custody He will next appear in Nottingham Crown Court on 23 May of Nottinghamshire Police’s county prison handling team “The production of cannabis isn’t a victimless crime bringing anti-social behaviour and serious violence to communities which is why we work so hard to dismantle these types of grows “We would always urge anyone with any information about drug activity in their area to call the police on 101 or report it anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.” •  Sherwood Library opening delays continue •  Costa Coffee plans for new West Bridgford coffee shop •  The Ivy submits plans to open a Nottingham restaurant 06 Jan 2025 | Latest News, Match Report Macclesfield FC get their first home win of 2025 after coming from behind to win 3-1 against Worksop Town creating plenty of attacking opportunities as Tre Pemberton’s shot was stopped in the 10th minute before Luke Duffy’s strike was just wide of the far post from distance a penalty was awarded for Worksop Town after Max Dearnley collided with Aaron Martin Liam Hughes converted from the spot kick to break the deadlock An equaliser came close in the 33rd minute when Lewis Fensome’s header was narrowly wide Macclesfield still had belief that they could find an equaliser as Elliott came close in the second half when his header was just off target from Duffy’s cross D’Mani Mellor put Robbie Savage’s side back on level terms after scoring from Justin Johnson’s low cross The momentum soon carried on to obtain a second goal as Duffy’s ball went across the six-yard box to find Elliott who netted his 18th league goal of the season and put the Silkmen in front Two minutes after Macclesfield’s leading goal it would go from bad to worse for Worksop as Hamza Bencherif saw red after receiving a second booking for a reckless tackle on Paul Dawson the home side would indefinitely claim three points as despite Elliott’s effort being saved from a terrific long ball from Laurent Mendy Johnson scored on the rebound to extend the home team’s lead The Silkmen continue to be 13 points clear at the top of the Northern Premier League with an eye-catching goal difference of 40 Macclesfield will travel to the Hurst Cross Stadium on Tuesday night as they face fifth-placed Ashton United May 2, 2025 | There were some stunning strikes during the month of April It’s now time to vote for your Kenny Waste Management Goal of the Month for April Here are your four options: John Rooney vs Workington Neil Kengni vs Guiseley.. May 1, 2025 | , Ahead of our debut season in the Vanarama National League North Macclesfield FC are thrilled to announce that our seasonal hospitality and sponsorship packages are now available to purchase With Robbie Savage's side attracting significant national attention and with.. Apr 30, 2025 | As a season like no other comes to a close it's time to look back on what a special season 2024/25 has been for the football club and the town of Macclesfield After the play-off heartbreak against Marine expectations were high going into the 2024/25 season Apr 28, 2025 | , Macclesfield FC ended their title-winning season on a high with a comfortable 4-0 victory against Whitby Town The first big opportunity came in the 19th minute as Lewis Fensome made his way into the box before a deflected shot just breezed past the post Apr 25, 2025 | , The Silkmen return to the Leasing.com Stadium for one final time this season as Whitby Town make the journey from North Yorkshire Robbie Savage's record-breaking side will be awarded the Northern Premier League - Premier Division trophy Apr 25, 2025 | North-West businessman and investor Darren Wright has officially acquired a stake in Macclesfield Football Club signalling further ambitious & strategic growth plans for the Club Darren states: “I’m thrilled to step into the world of football club ownership—a.. 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