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Consultation opens on proposed A1(M) services at Doncaster Marr
Residents have until 7 October to comment on Welcome Break's plans for a new motorway service area beside A1(M) Junction 37 at Doncaster Marr.
Park homes plans thrown out due to flood risk
Councillors have rejected plans for 31 park homes near Thorne after refusing to accept the developer's challenge to flood zone maps and Environment…
Doncaster Quarry Approved Despite HGV Traffic Rise
Doncaster quarry development approved by planners despite concerns over up to 40 HGV movements daily during excavation phase.
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Review says new laws should protect infrastructure
A review into Doncaster Sheffield Airport's closure recommends new legislation to allow councils to buy threatened infrastructure at market value.
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Search for dog owner as man injured at Pride event
A man suffered serious injuries after being bitten by a dog at Doncaster Pride on Town Field on 8 August. Police are appealing for the dog owner to come…
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