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• Nottingham Post commented New Nottingham Forest boss Dougie Freedman tells players: 'Get...

  02-02-2015 23:54
  
  Dougie Freedman has told his Nottingham Forest players they must be 'ready to start work'.The new Reds boss will take training tomorrow, after meeting his squad for the first time today.The Scotsman had a short meeting with his players in which he delivered his brief, simple message 'get ready to work'.Freedman will have felt a sense of relief at seeing the transfer window pass without any of his key players being sold off.Forest are understood to have faced late interest from Burnley.
  
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• Peterborough owner Darragh MacAnthony slams Nottingham Forest for failing to ... - Daily Mail

  02-02-2015 23:16
  
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  Peterborough chairman Darragh MacAnthony has launched a furious tirade against Nottingham Forest over the non-payment of a substantial fee for Britt Assombalonga. MacAnthony did not name names but took to Twitter to describe a situation he calls a ...
  
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• HS2 hub station decision 'in summer'

  02-02-2015 22:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The location of the East Midlands' HS2 hub will not be decided until early summer, it is announced.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Dougie Freedman faces big challenge at Nottingham Forest

  02-02-2015 21:57
  
  DOUGIE Freedman will be officially unveiled as Nottingham Forest's new manager at a press conference at the City Ground tomorrow.The former Crystal Palace and Bolton boss was quick to get to work today, introducing himself to the Reds squad and beginning his restructuring of his backroom staff.But there remains much hard work to come and, as the former striker embarks on a new chapter of his managerial career, here Paul Taylor looks at five key issues the Scotsman must address.1:...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Dougie Freedman faces big challenge at Nottingham Forest

  02-02-2015 21:57
  
  DOUGIE Freedman will be officially unveiled as Nottingham Forest's new manager at a press conference at the City Ground tomorrow.The former Crystal Palace and Bolton boss was quick to get to work today, introducing himself to the Reds squad and beginning his restructuring of his backroom staff.But there remains much hard work to come and, as the former striker embarks on a new chapter of his managerial career, here Paul Taylor looks at five key issues the Scotsman must address.1:...
  
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• AlexBritton published Plans unveiled to bring Wilford library back into use

  02-02-2015 21:01
  
  A library which closed following budget cuts could get a new lease of life as a community cafe.But the plans have had a mixed reception from residents.Wilford library closed in 2010 following a Nottingham City Council decision and the building on Pinfold Lane has been unoccupied since then.The authority considered selling the building last year but it was withdrawn from auction.Now the council is looking at giving a 999-year lease on the building to the West Bridgford Spiritualist...
  
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• Newport loan Pidgeley to Mansfield

  02-02-2015 21:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mansfield Town have signed Newport County goalkeeper Lenny Pidgeley on loan for the rest of the season.
  
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• AlexBritton published Row over increase in council tax in Nottinghamshire

  02-02-2015 20:48
  
  More than half the people responding to county budget plans have said they would like to see council tax rise by 1.99 per cent in Nottinghamshire - a move which will see the average bill increase by 39p a week.The Labour-run authority said people need to pay more to keep services running in the wake of Government cuts.But the opposition Conservative group has said the people had no choice as the council consulted on increases between 1.99 per cent and five per cent.They also urged Labour to
  
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• Nottingham Post published Mansfield Town sign goalkeeper Lenny Pidgeley on loan

  02-02-2015 20:41
  
  Mansfield Town have signed goalkeeper Lenny Pidgeley on loan from Newport County until the end of the season.The 30-year-old has racked up over 200 league games in his career, which began at Chelsea."We feel that by bringing in Lenny, he will add much-needed experience, organisation and communication to our team," said Stags manager Adam Murray."Lenny's experience will also help develop Sascha (Studer) and it's a position in which we've lacked experience since the loss of Alan Marriott.""This...
  
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• MattDavies commented Fawaz Al Hasawi insists Nottingham Forest will not be selling...

  02-02-2015 20:17
  
  Nottingham Forest chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi has vowed the club will not be selling players on transfer deadline day.
  Premier League side Burnley rekindled their interest in midfielder Henri Lansbury, but their advances have been rebuffed.
  Al Hasawi tweeted: "We will not be selling anyone. The season is still alive and we must hold on to our key players."
  Speculation around Lansbury's future continues a whirlwind 24 hours at the City Ground.
  Manager Stuart Pearce left yesterday
  
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• Nottingham Post published Husband and wife set to retire from junior hockey organiser roles...

  02-02-2015 20:12
  
  AN era will end at Beeston Hockey Club in June with the retirement after 20 years of the club's junior hockey organisers Martin and Judith Keeling.The husband and wife team inherited a group of 45 youngsters from former Beeston and Notts players Sid Williams and Roger Downer and as the numbers of girls and boys grew they set up coaching groups, involving volunteers from club members and parents.Today the club has 300 young players.They are currently the most successful club in the country,...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Hockey round-up: Nottingham University keep pressure up on top...

  02-02-2015 20:12
  
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• Nottingham Post published Precision NSL football round-up: West Bridgford close gap on...

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• Nottingham Post published Central Midlands League football round-up: East side of Notts...

  02-02-2015 20:11
  
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• Nottingham Post published Midland Amateur Alliance football round-up: Bestwood and Coopers...

  02-02-2015 20:10
  
  Bestwood MWSC and FC Coopers cleared the lines and managed to get their fixtures played and it proved beneficial as both recorded victories in the Midland Amateur Alliance.Third-placed Bestwood now trail opponents Woodborough United, who are in the runners-up spot, by just four points with five games in hand as a result of their 5-2 victory in the top flight.Conor Scott netted twice, including a penalty, and James Duffy, Adam Mahl and Ricky Hodgson were their other marksmen.Meanwhile, FC...
  
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• John Lewis worker jailed for £20k fraud - Nottingham Post

  02-02-2015 20:09
  
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  John Lewis worker jailed for £20k fraud
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  A Saturday sales assistant at Nottingham's John Lewis blamed greed for helping himself to more than £20,000 in cash and goods. Daniel Chrol put through 28 bogus refunds for £19,280.85 on the till to his credit card. And he ordered £2,400 of goods, ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts Youth League football round-up for January 31 and February...

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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire Combination League football round-up: United...

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• Nottingham Post published Empal Sunday football round-up: Manvers hit 12 to stay flying...

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• Nottingham Post published Notts Sunday League football round-up: Three-second goal the...

  02-02-2015 20:04
  Only six games survived the harsh weekend weather in the Notts Sunday League.ABP played their game with Top Valley United on the artificial facility at Gresham Playing Fields but all their efforts failed to make the considerable impact that would take them to within striking distance of Premier One leaders Robin Hood.The hosts started well with goals from Ed Smyth and Sam Stansfied but any euphoria was short-lived with Dave Warder reducing the arrears midway through the second half before Jordan
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts Schools football round-up: Five compete in East Midlands...

  02-02-2015 20:04
  
  Five schools from County and City competed in the East Midlands finals of the English Schools' FA Munich Trophies Under 12 indoor 5-a-side Cup at the Power League Centre in Derby.And two of them, Bluecoat Academy, representing the City, and West Bridgford (South Notts) reached the semi-finals.Bluecoat did particularly well in the girls' section, finishing behind South Hunsley (East Riding) on goal difference with both qualifying for the semi-finals.There Bluecoat suffered a 2-1 defeat at the..
  
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• sherdley published John Lewis worker jailed for £20k fraud

  02-02-2015 20:00
  
  A Saturday sales assistant at Nottingham's John Lewis blamed greed for helping himself to more than £20,000 in cash and goods.Daniel Chrol put through 28 bogus refunds for £19,280.85 on the till to his credit card.And he ordered £2,400 of goods, including a 13-inch MacBook and Acer laptop, and had them delivered to his address or friends.Chrol was sent to prison for 16 months at Nottingham Crown Court on Monday, February 2, after he admitted fraud by abusing his...
  
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• DanRobinson published Reports of snow in Nottinghamshire: Monday, February, 2

  02-02-2015 19:42
  
  Snow has been reported to have fallen in Nottinghamshire this evening.
  Social media users said they have seen snowfall in areas including Radcliffe-on-Trent and Hoveringham, near Lowdham.
  It's happening again...this will make running club more interesting! #running #snow #nottingham #hoveringham pic.twitter.com/8wvswmfJ2j— Cadi (@cadilambert) February 2, 2015Is there any snow where you are? Let us know in the comments below or tweet @Nottingham_Post.
  
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• DanRobinson commented Reports of snow in Nottinghamshire: Monday, February, 2

  02-02-2015 19:42
  
  Snow has been reported to have fallen in Nottinghamshire this evening.
  
  
  Social media users said they have seen snowfall in areas including Radcliffe-on-Trent and Hoveringham, near Lowdham.
  
  
  It has also fallen in the NG5 area, which includes Arnold and Woodthorpe.
  
  
  
  It's happening again...this will make running club more interesting!
  #running #snow #nottingham #hoveringham pic.twitter.com/8wvswmfJ2j
  
  
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• AlexBritton commented Ed Miliband rules out boycott of Boots

  02-02-2015 19:42
  
  Ed Miliband has said a boycott against Boots would be "unrealistic".
  The Labour leader was speaking after the acting chief executive of the firm Stefano Pessina said Miliband leading the country would be a "catastrophe".
  He told The Sunday Telegraph: "If they acted as they speak, it would be a catastrophe.
  "The problem is, would they act that way or not?
  "One thing is to threaten and to shout, but it is completely different to be in charge and to...
  
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• Burnley targetting late swoop for Nottingham Forest star - talkSPORT.com

  02-02-2015 19:39
  
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  Burnley are closing in on a deal to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Henri Lansbury as they look to take advantage of the turmoil at the City Ground. Clarets boss Sean Dyche had a bid rejected for Lansbury in the summer and the former Arsenal ...
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• Coaching staff leave Forest roles

  02-02-2015 19:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Coaching staff Steve Wigley, Brian Eastick and Tim Flowers leave Nottingham Forest, reports BBC Radio Nottingham.
  
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• Nottmtails commented Stuart Pearce's coaching staff depart Nottingham Forest

  02-02-2015 19:28
  
  Stuart Pearce's coaching staff have followed him out of the Nottingham Forest exit door.The Reds have confirmed that Steve Wigley, Brian Eastick, Tim Flowers, Dave Galley and John Marshall are all no longer employed by the club.That effectively means that, in the space of 24 hours, Forest have moved out their manager, assistant manager, first team coach, goalkeeping coach, head physio and head of recruitment, while chief executive Paul Faulkner also last night resigned.It is not...
  
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• AlexBritton published HS2 chairman 'hopeful' of announcing site of East Midlands...

  02-02-2015 18:57
  The site of East Midlands' new high speed rail station could be known by the summer.Sir David Higgins, chairman of HS2, has said he is "hopeful" of announcing whether Toton or Breaston will be home to a station in the coming months.Anna Soubry, MP for Broxtowe, has confirmed that it's a straight choice between the two.Ms Soubry said in her most recent newsletter: "The Chairman of HS2, Sir David Higgins has confirmed to me that Toton Sidings is still in the running for the site of.
  
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• AlexBritton commented HS2 chairman 'hopeful' of announcing site of East Midlands...

  02-02-2015 18:57
  
  The site of East Midlands' new high speed rail station could be known by the summer.Sir David Higgins, chairman of HS2, has said he is "hopeful" of announcing whether Toton or Breaston will be home to a station in the coming months.Anna Soubry, MP for Broxtowe, has confirmed that it's a straight choice between the two.Ms Soubry said in her most recent newsletter: "The Chairman of HS2, Sir David Higgins has confirmed to me that Toton Sidings is still in the running for the site of.
  
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• rsherdley published Bogdan Nawrocki murder trial: Judge sums up case

  02-02-2015 18:45
  
  Summing up has started in the trial of a man who denies the murder of missing Polish man Bogdan Nawrocki. The jury at Nottingham Crown Court are being reminded about the evidence they have heard since the trial started last month.Robert Marcinkiewicz-Szukowski, 27, of Rossington Road, Sneinton, is accused of murder between January 4, 2014, and January 23, 2014. Marcinkiewicz-Szukowski is the only person on trial for the killing of 22-year-old Mr Nawrocki, whose body has never been...
  
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• Cotgrave cannabis grower ran off in his pyjamas - Nottingham Post

  02-02-2015 18:39
  
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  A cannabis grower ran off in his pyjamas when police responded to reports there had been a burglary at his rented home in Cotgrave. Lewis Richards had been sweeping up when officers arrived at Greenfield Drive, in Cotgrave, at 11pm on Thursday, ...
  
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• sherdley published Cotgrave cannabis grower ran off in his pyjamas

  02-02-2015 18:25
  
  A cannabis grower ran off in his pyjamas when police responded to reports there had been a burglary at his rented home in Cotgrave.Lewis Richards had been sweeping up when officers arrived at Greenfield Drive, in Cotgrave, at 11pm on Thursday, October 16.A cannabis farm was discovered in three bedrooms. in what Nottingham Crown Court heard on Monday, February 2, was a sophisticated growing operation.Richards fled in his sleep wear but police caught up with him and detained him.He admitted to...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Belly dancing in Sherwood Rise

  02-02-2015 17:49
  
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• AlexBritton published 'Distinctive' gold coins stolen in burglary

  02-02-2015 17:44
  
  People are being urged to keep their eyes peeled for gold coins which have been stolen.Officers said around 15 coins were taken from a house on Nobel Road, Clifton, between 3.30pm and 6pm on Saturday, January 31.The coins are in various shapes, sizes and values, but all originate from Turkey and bear the head of the former Turkish leader Ataturk.Anyone with information should telephone Nottinghamshire Police on 101 and quote incident number 663 of 31 January.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Kyle Dixon leaves Notts County on transfer deadline day

  02-02-2015 17:13
  
  Notts County have agreed to terminate the contract of young midfielder Kyle Dixon.
  Dixon, who came through the youth ranks at Meadow Lane, signed a new contract with the club last summer but suffered an ankle injury in pre-season that limited his involvement in the first team early on in the campaign.
  On his return to fitness the 20-year-old headed out on loan to Boston United, where he caught the eye with some impressive displays for the Vanarama Conference North side.
  Dixon will now be free to
  
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• TomNorton published Nottinghamshire war hero selling rare combat medal at auction

  02-02-2015 16:43
  
  A NOTTINGHAMSHIRE war hero who repeatedly put himself in mortal danger to save the lives of his fellow troops is selling his combat medals.Colour Sergeant James Harkess is auctioning nine medals including the Conspicuous Gallantry Cross (CGC) – the highest combat gallantry award after the Victoria Cross. The medal, along with eight others, is expected to fetch £100,000 to £120,000. Colour Sergeant Harkess retired from the army last year after 22 years...
  
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• EllieCullen published Sharp rise in complaints against police in Nottinghamshire

  02-02-2015 16:32
  
  Complaints against police officers in Nottinghamshire shot up by 67 per cent in the space of a year, a report has revealed.In 2013-14 there were 960 complaints recorded against the force, compared to 576 the previous year.The rise was well above the national average, which stood at 15 per cent.The figures have been released following an investigation by the Independent Police Complaints Commission.The police watchdog said some of the rise could be down to the fact the definition of a...
  
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• EllieCullen commented Sharp rise in complaints against police in Nottinghamshire

  02-02-2015 16:32
  
  Complaints against police officers in Nottinghamshire shot up by 67 per cent in the space of a year, a report has revealed.In 2013-14 there were 960 complaints recorded against the force, compared to 576 the previous year.The rise was well above the national average, which stood at 15 per cent.The figures have been released following an investigation by the Independent Police Complaints Commission.The police watchdog said some of the rise could be down to the fact the definition of a...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Film review: Shaun The Sheep Movie (U)

  02-02-2015 16:21
  
  Bristol-based Aardman Studios works its stop-motion animated magic on a colourful big screen adventure for the mischievous sheep, who first appeared in Wallace and Gromit's 1995 escapade A Close Shave and has been baad to the bone in a self-titled CBBC series since 2007.
  Drawing loving inspiration from other Aardman films including Chicken Run, Shaun The Sheep Movie is a shear delight, melding slapstick and subtler humour to appeal to young fans and their wranglers.
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• Two Nottingham head teachers to question Prime Minister David Cameron - Nottingham Post

  02-02-2015 16:11
  
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  Two head teachers are preparing to grill the Prime Minister over changes to the exam system and future funding for schools. David Cameron has invited the pair to a special event at Number 10 next Wednesday, February 10. Although the Downing Street ...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Film review: Selma (12A)

  02-02-2015 16:08
  
  More than 45 years after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr, director Ava DuVernay honours the memory of the leader of the U.S. Civil Rights Movement with this impassioned biopic.
  While there are lingering doubts about the historical accuracy of Selma, the emotional wallop the film delivers is beyond question.
  In particular, the recreation of the iconic march over the Edmund Pettus Bridge chills the blood.
  Oxford-born actor David Oyelowo delivers a breakout performance replete with...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Film review: The Interview (15)

  02-02-2015 15:51
  
  If all publicity is good publicity, then Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg's contentious action comedy has been a marketing dream.
  The film monopolised column inches and airtime last year after hackers calling themselves Guardians of Peace attacked Sony Pictures, releasing confidential data about employees and A-list stars on the company's roster.
  The scale of the cyber attack against a corporation with a strong technology pedigree was dizzying, culminating in threats against American cinema chains..
  
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• DanRobinson published Family of former Notts County footballer and policeman pay...

  02-02-2015 15:51
  
  A former Notts County footballer who had his career cut short by injury was "the best", his family have said.Royce Kirkham, of Mapperley, played one game for the Magpies in December 1956 but went on to spend 30 years as a policeman after breaking his leg. The grandfather-of-four died on Saturday, January 24, aged 77, after battling heart failure and diabetes.His wife June Kirkham, 78, said: "Roy was always doing things for other people and was a very generous man. I miss everything...
  
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• PMBlackburn published Nottingham Forest fans back new manager Dougie Freedman despite...

  02-02-2015 15:40
  
  Nottingham Forest fans have pledged to throw their support behind new manager Dougie Freedman – just hours after club legend Stuart Pearce left the club.Former Reds striker Freedman has been appointed to the post as boss at the City Ground, with Pearce's exit only just being digested by supporters.But despite the dramatic nature of the changes, Forest fans have pledged to support the new man."I really don't know what to think," season ticket holder Elliott Talbot said. "I am quite...
  
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• DanRussell published Two Nottingham head teachers to question Prime Minister David...

  02-02-2015 15:22
  
  Two head teachers are preparing to grill the Prime Minister over changes to the exam system and future funding for schools.David Cameron has invited the pair to a special event at Number 10 next Wednesday, February 10.Although the Downing Street reception is billed as an evening of celebrating teachers and teaching, Peter Holyk is looking forward to discussing the recent controversial changes to the GCSE performance tables.The Nottingham Girls' Academy principal said: "I am really excited and it
  
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• DanRussell commented Two Nottingham head teachers to question Prime Minister David...

  02-02-2015 15:22
  
  Two head teachers are preparing to grill the Prime Minister over changes to the exam system and future funding for schools.David Cameron has invited the pair to a special event at Number 10 next Wednesday, February 10.Although the Downing Street reception is billed as an evening of celebrating teachers and teaching, Peter Holyk is looking forward to discussing the recent controversial changes to the GCSE performance tables.The Nottingham Girls' Academy principal said: "I am really excited and it
  
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• jonmattos published Flashback to 1998: Dougie Freedman unveiled as new Nottingham...

  02-02-2015 15:04
  
  Tomorrow will see the return of Dougie Freedman to Nottingham Forest.The 40-year-old was unveiled back on August 6, 1998 as a new signing at the City Ground – where he stayed until October 2000.The former Reds striker scored 23 goals in 61 starts and 23 substitute appearances for the club before returning to former club Crystal Palace.While Freedman will be unveiled to the media tomorrow in his first official press conference as new Forest manager, 16-and-a-half-years ago he
  
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• Appeal after man hurt in Nottingham city centre fight - Nottingham Post

  02-02-2015 15:02
  
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  Police are appealing for witnesses after a man suffered facial injuries in a city centre fight. Officers say the alleged victim, aged 19, was assaulted in Nottingham's Market Street on Saturday. The victim was taken to the Queen's Medical Centre for ...
  
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• JemmaPage published Tributes to former Gedling pit worker who fought for equal pay

  02-02-2015 14:50
  
  A former canteen worker who fought for equal pay for women at a Nottinghamshire pit has been laid to rest.
  Ann Ashmore (nee Evans), who died at the age of 67 after a battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, spent 19 years working the night shift in Gedling Colliery's canteen.
  And after a visit to London with the coal miner's union leader in the early 1980s, Mrs Ashmore, who came to Nottingham from Neath Port Talbot, in Wales, almost 60 years ago, succeeded in her quest for.
  
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