There were plenty of fireworks as we welcomed in 2018, with some impressive performances standing out to begin the new year.
Following their New Year’s Day victory against Chorley, forward Josh Hine signed a contract extension with Southport until the end of the season.
Salford City were held to a 2-2 draw in front of a crowd of 2,937 at the Peninsula Stadium on New Year`s Day by neighbours FC United of Manchester but hold a four-point lead over second-placed Harrogate Town.
Rob Edwards has left AFC Telford United after ensuring they stayed in the Vanarama National League North.
FC United of Manchester have announced the signing of Adam Gilchrist, brother of former Red Rebels striker Jason Gilchrist.
Curzon Ashton have announced that striker Niall Cummins has signed a contract with the club.
A repeat of the Boxing Day fixtures will see some interesting matches played with issues at both the top and bottom of the table to be featured
Kidderminster Harriers have confirmed the permanent signing of defender Fraser Horsfall from Premier League Huddersfield Town.
Former National League side Forest Green Rovers have agreed to sign full-back Alex Whittle from York City on January 1st
Tamworth boss Andy Morrell admits big changes need to be made at the Lamb following the Boxing Day mauling at Nuneaton Town.
North Ferriby United manager Chris Bolder has added another former player to his squad in midfielder Alex Davidson.
Nuneaton Town have taken defender or midfielder Kennedy Digie on a month`s loan from league rivals Kidderminster Harriers.