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• Nottmtails published Fawaz Al Hasawi pledges his commitment to Nottingham Forest - and...

  09-02-2015 20:58
  
  Fawaz Al Hasawi has pledged to continue to support Nottingham Forest 'in every way possible' as he issued a statement apologising for the negative publicity the club has attracted in recent weeks.The Reds owner and chairman also said that it was the 'most difficult' decision he has had to make during his time at the club, when it came to parting company with Stuart Pearce.Forest found themselves in the spotlight when Peterborough chairman Darragh MacAnthony launched a public attack on the..
  
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• Nottmtails commented Fawaz Al Hasawi pledges his commitment to Nottingham Forest - and...

  09-02-2015 20:58
  
  Fawaz Al Hasawi has pledged to continue to support Nottingham Forest 'in every way possible' as he issued a statement apologising for the negative publicity the club has attracted in recent weeks.The Reds owner and chairman also said that it was the 'most difficult' decision he has had to make during his time at the club, when it came to parting company with Stuart Pearce.Forest found themselves in the spotlight when Peterborough chairman Darragh MacAnthony launched a public attack on the..
  
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• EllieCullen published Trams suspended after police incident in Basford

  09-02-2015 20:30
  
  Trams were delayed in Nottingham this evening due to a police incident in Basford.The network was temporarily suspended in the Wilkinson Street area following reports of someone acting suspiciously.Police were called at 6.20pm but couldn't find anyone and left after searching the area for an hour.The trams are back in full service, but are still experiencing some delays. 
  
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• EllieCullen commented Trams suspended after police incident in Basford

  09-02-2015 20:30
  
  Trams were delayed in Nottingham this evening due to a police incident in Basford.The network was temporarily suspended in the Wilkinson Street area following reports of someone acting suspiciously.Police were called at 6.20pm but couldn't find anyone and left after searching the area for an hour.The trams are back in full service, but are still experiencing some delays. 
  
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• EllieCullen published Puppies left to freeze at side of canal

  09-02-2015 20:17
  
  Four puppies have been rescued after being dumped at the side of a canal in freezing temperatures.The five-week-old Staffordshire bull terriers were found in a cardboard box next to Erewash Canal in Eastwood – with their mother tied up nearby.A dog walker discovered the pups as the temperatures plunged to minus 6C, and immediately called dog wardens.Luckily all the puppies – who have been named Wellington, Willow, Maisie and Gracie – and their mother Rocky are healthy.They
  
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• Researchers in Nottingham to find out if the arts can help fight dementia - Nottingham Post

  09-02-2015 20:06
  
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  Researchers in Nottingham to find out if the arts can help fight dementia
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  A £5 million investment will give new researchers the chance to help the fight against dementia. Nottingham is one of the places to benefit. Health Correspondent Peter Blackburn reports. RODNEY Fogg has seen the huge difference a simple sing-a-long can ...
  
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• Fundraisers give Nottingham's hospitals equipment to help parents of stillborn ... - Nottingham Post

  09-02-2015 20:06
  Fundraisers give Nottingham's hospitals equipment to help parents of stillborn ...
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  HEARTBROKEN parents will be given a “vital” chance to spend time with their child and start to grieve a family raised money for specialist equipment to preserve stillborn children. Emma and Gareth Clowes were told their little boy Thomas had passed ...
  
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• PMBlackburn published Researchers in Nottingham to find out if the arts can help fight...

  09-02-2015 20:00
  
  A £5 million investment will give new researchers the chance to help the fight against dementia. Nottingham is one of the places to benefit. Health Correspondent Peter Blackburn reports.
  
  RODNEY Fogg has seen the huge difference a simple sing-a-long can make first hand.
  
  People who have been previously made unlikely to speak, smile, or even move, due to their dementia can tap their hand on their legs, remember lyrics with a joyous look on their faces and even spring to their feet.
  
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• PMBlackburn published Fundraisers give Nottingham's hospitals equipment to help parents...

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  09-02-2015 19:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
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• sherdley published Mansfield paedophile jailed at the age of 76

  09-02-2015 19:50
  
  A paedophile has been locked up at the age of 76 for "evil" sex attacks on young girls in Mansfield.Alexander Rolland, of Westfield Lane, was sentenced to eight years in custody at Nottingham Crown Court.He will serve half and be released on licence to sign the sex offenders' register for life and be subject to a Sexual Offences Prevention Order (SOPO), banning any unsupervised contact with children.Judge Michael Stokes QC, who sentenced him on Monday, February 9, told him he had to...
  
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• EllieCullen published Ambulances to be based at more of Nottinghamshire's fire stations

  09-02-2015 19:42
  Ambulances will be based at more of Nottinghamshire's fire stations in a bid to create a more streamlined service.Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service and East Midlands Ambulance Service have teamed up to sign a number of 'co-location' agreements.The scheme, which is already in place at Ashfield, West Bridgford, Bingham, Stockhill and Mansfield fire stations, will see EMAS staff use more of the county's 24 fire stations as a base to park up and wait for 999 calls to attend, as well.
  
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• Nottmtails published Dorus de Vries pens two-year contract extension at Nottingham...

  09-02-2015 19:37
  Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Dorus de Vries has signed a two-year extension to his contract, which will be effective from the summer.De Vries' professional reaction to being dropped at Brighton has inspired an instant change of heart from new Forest boss Dougie Freedman – who had, hours earlier, announced his hope to have a new deal tied up with the keeper within 24 hours.Freedman had stated at the weekend that there would be no contract talks with any players for at least a month,...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Dorus de Vries pens two-year contract extension at Nottingham...

  09-02-2015 19:37
  
  Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Dorus de Vries has signed a two-year extension to his contract, which will be effective from the summer.De Vries' professional reaction to being dropped at Brighton has inspired an instant change of heart from new Forest boss Dougie Freedman – who had, hours earlier, announced his hope to have a new deal tied up with the keeper within 24 hours.Freedman had stated at the weekend that there would be no contract talks with any players for at least a month,...
  
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• Nottingham fireman to row across the Pacific Ocean to break world record - Nottingham Post

  09-02-2015 19:35
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  Nottingham fireman to row across the Pacific Ocean to break world record
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  Firefighter Matt Knight will soon be battling shark-infested waters, hurricanes and 20-foot waves as he rows 2,400 miles across the Pacific Ocean. But the 38-year-old, of Heddington Gardens, Arnold, is only worried about getting seasick on the epic ...
  
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• JemmaPage published Nottingham fireman to row across the Pacific Ocean to break world...

  09-02-2015 19:30
  
  Firefighter Matt Knight will soon be battling shark-infested waters, hurricanes and 20-foot waves as he rows 2,400 miles across the Pacific Ocean.But the 38-year-old, of Heddington Gardens, Arnold, is only worried about getting seasick on the epic journey from California to Hawaii.He said: "I'm not concerned about huge waves, sharks and any other sea creatures."But I'm nervous about getting seasick. I've had it a few times and it's horrible – you just want to jump off the...
  
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• TracyWalker published Josh Bradley death: More tributes to talented boxer

  09-02-2015 19:00
  
  Further tributes have been paid to murder victim Josh Bradley who died after a fight in Nottingham city centre at the weekend.The 19-year-old, from Bulwell, died from facial injuries after a brawl in Thurland Street at around 4am on Sunday.Four men, aged 28, 24, and two 22-year-olds, remain in police custody on suspicion of murder. A 23-year-old man has been bailed after he was arrested on suspicion of murder.Two men aged 19 and 20 arrested on suspicion of affray have been...
  
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• Full Forest transfer embargo lifted

  09-02-2015 18:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottingham Forest are no longer under a full Football League transfer embargo, BBC Radio Nottingham reports.
  
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• Josh Bradley death: Police confirm identity of Thurland Street fight victim - Nottingham Post

  09-02-2015 18:50
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  Josh Bradley death: Police confirm identity of Thurland Street fight victim
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  Police have confirmed the identity of the man who died after a Nottingham city centre fight at the weekend as Josh Bradley. The 19-year-old, from Bulwell, died after a brawl in Thurland Street, just before 4am on Sunday. Four men, aged 28, 24, and two ...
  
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• Belfast Giants sign former Nottingham Panthers winger Nathan Robinson - Nottingham Post

  09-02-2015 18:45
  
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  Belfast Giants sign former Nottingham Panthers winger Nathan Robinson
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  Belfast Giants have made a shock move to sign former Nottingham Panthers winger Nathan Robinson for the rest of the season. The former Cologne Sharks man enjoyed a short but successful stint in Nottingham, scoring 21 points in 24 games at the start of ...
  
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• Leyton Orient v Notts County

  09-02-2015 18:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's League One game between Leyton Orient and Notts County.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Belfast Giants sign former Nottingham Panthers winger Nathan...

  09-02-2015 18:26
  
  Belfast Giants have made a shock move to sign former Nottingham Panthers winger Nathan Robinson for the rest of the season.
  The former Cologne Sharks man enjoyed a short but successful stint in Nottingham, scoring 21 points in 24 games at the start of the current campaign.
  The Canadian returned to Germany when his visa expired in November but Panthers hoped he might come back to boost their title push after Christmas.
  However, he told the Post he was looking for a move to a top European league..
  
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• TracyWalker published Josh Bradley death: Police confirm identity of Thurland Street...

  09-02-2015 18:02
  
  Police have confirmed the identity of the man killed in a Nottingham city centre fight at the weekend as Josh Bradley.The 19-year-old, from Bulwell, died after a brawl in Thurland Street, just before 4am on Sunday.Four men, aged 28, 24, and two 22-year-olds, remain in police custody on suspicion of murder.A 23-year-old man has been bailed after he was arrested on suspicion of murder.Two men aged 19 and 20 arrested on suspicion of affray have been released on...
  
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• uniqueauction published Largest Collection of Tram & Train Related Books &...

  09-02-2015 17:56
  
  A leading book expert has described a collection of transport books to be sold at Unique Auctions forthcoming Book auction on the 11th February as one of the largest collectors of tram and trolley bus related books they have ever seen or known about. The collection includes many hundreds of transport related books and journals, and is the lifelong collection of one dedicated collector. The auction takes place at Unique Auctions in Lincoln,on the 11th February starting at 12pm. Viewing is on...
  
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• Midlands Hockey League round-up: West Bridgford making Premiership charge - Nottingham Post

  09-02-2015 17:54
  
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  Midlands Hockey League round-up: West Bridgford making Premiership charge
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  Nottingham University's Sam Clarke-Knowles drives forward in their 3-1 win over North Stafford. Picture: Matthew Page. Comments (0). West Bridgford are making their usual spring charge in the Midland Premiership season. And their third successive ...
  
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• Nottingham students set for national cooking competition - Nottingham Post

  09-02-2015 17:50
  
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  Nottingham students set for national cooking competition
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  Top chef Heston Blumenthal has been told to watch his back by catering students who are set to cook-up a storm at a national competition. On Tuesday New College Nottingham will send four teams of students to the regional heats of the prestigious Nestlé ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Midlands Hockey League round-up: West Bridgford making Premiershi...

  09-02-2015 17:46
  
  West Bridgford are making their usual spring charge in the Midland Premiership season.And their third successive victory, a 3-2 home win against Bournville, has thrown the title race wide open.Paul Sibley's pass to Charlie Brooke saw the Bridgford centre forward race half the length of the pitch to open the scoring in the 26th minute, but the Birmingham side were level three minutes later, scoring in open play.The second half was a repeat of the first as Brooke cleared the ball from his own
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Midlands Hockey League round-up: West Bridgford making Premiershi...

  09-02-2015 17:46
  
  West Bridgford are making their usual spring charge in the Midland Premiership season.And their third successive victory, a 3-2 home win against Bournville, has thrown the title race wide open.Paul Sibley's pass to Charlie Brooke saw the Bridgford centre forward race half the length of the pitch to open the scoring in the 26th minute, but the Birmingham side were level three minutes later, scoring in open play.The second half was a repeat of the first as Brooke cleared the ball from his own
  
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• Woman arrested in sex abuse probe

  09-02-2015 17:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A 65-year-old woman is arrested as part of an investigation into historical child sex abuse at children's homes in Nottinghamshire.
  
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• DanRussell published Nottingham students set for national cooking competition

  09-02-2015 17:32
  
  Top chef Heston Blumenthal has been told to watch his back by catering students who are set to cook-up a storm at a national competition.On Tuesday New College Nottingham will send four teams of students to the regional heats of the prestigious Nestlé Professional Toque d'Or competition.The 12 students taking part have already won £2,000 worth of catering equipment for the college after impressing at the trial stage which included a test on culinary knowledge.Student Jessica...
  
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• Nottingham Forest manager Dougie Freedman tells Dorus de Vries he wants ... - Nottingham Post

  09-02-2015 17:30
  
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  Nottingham Forest manager Dougie Freedman tells Dorus de Vries he wants ...
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  Dorus de Vries' professional reaction to being dropped at Brighton has inspired an instant change of heart from new Nottingham Forest boss Dougie Freedman – who now hopes to have a new deal tied up with the keeper within 24 hours. Freedman had ...
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• TK Maxx to open new Nottingham store - Nottingham Post

  09-02-2015 17:20
  
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  TK Maxx to open new Nottingham store
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  Bargain hunters will be able to grab designer goods at reduced prices as TK Maxx opens a new store in Nottingham. The discount clothing retailer will be opening its fifth store in the city at the Victoria Retail Park in Netherfield. The bright and ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Leyton Orient v Notts County: Match in focus

  09-02-2015 17:17
  
  The biggest problem facing Shaun Derry tomorrow night is whether to go for the jugular or stick to the away method that's brought so much success this season.Leyton Orient are low on confidence which is understandable given they are rock bottom of League One.Derry could try to capitalise on that by sending his side out hoping an early goal will lead to frustration and anxiety in the home stands.The danger is of course you get picked off on the counter attack and Orient do have pace in
  
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• Nottingham Playhouse launches Pay What You Can scheme - Nottingham Post

  09-02-2015 17:15
  
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  Nottingham Playhouse launches Pay What You Can scheme
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  It is a first for Nottingham Playhouse and a first for any theatre in the city, in which you Pay What You Can for tickets. In partnership with the Nottingham Post, on Wednesday, February 18, theatre-goers are invited to stump up whatever cash they like ...
  
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• JemmaPage published TK Maxx to open new Nottingham store

  09-02-2015 17:11
  
  Bargain hunters will be able to grab designer goods at reduced prices as TK Maxx opens a new store in Nottingham.The discount clothing retailer will be opening its fifth store in the city at the Victoria Retail Park in Netherfield.The bright and modern store's grand reveal takes place on Thursday, February 19 at 9am, where customers will be able to get their hands on designer gems at up to 60 per cent less than the RRP.The first 500 customers through the doors will also be...
  
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• JemmaPage commented TK Maxx to open new Nottingham store

  09-02-2015 17:11
  
  Bargain hunters will be able to grab designer goods at reduced prices as TK Maxx opens a new store in Nottingham.The discount clothing retailer will be opening its fifth store in the city at the Victoria Retail Park in Netherfield.The bright and modern store's grand reveal takes place on Thursday, February 19 at 9am, where customers will be able to get their hands on designer gems at up to 60 per cent less than the RRP.The first 500 customers through the doors will also be...
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest manager Dougie Freedman tells Dorus de Vries he...

  09-02-2015 17:00
  
  Dorus de Vries' professional reaction to being dropped at Brighton has inspired an instant change of heart from new Nottingham Forest boss Dougie Freedman – who now hopes to have a new deal tied up with the keeper within 24 hours.Freedman had stated at the weekend that there would be no contract talks with any players for at least a month, while he assessed the qualities and character of his squad.But the Scotsman has been prompted to make an instant change of course, after being won.
  
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• Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest manager Dougie Freedman tells Dorus de Vries he...

  09-02-2015 17:00
  
  Dorus de Vries' professional reaction to being dropped at Brighton has inspired an instant change of heart from new Nottingham Forest boss Dougie Freedman – who now hopes to have a new deal tied up with the keeper within 24 hours.Freedman had stated at the weekend that there would be no contract talks with any players for at least a month, while he assessed the qualities and character of his squad.But the Scotsman has been prompted to make an instant change of course, after being won.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Paul Taylor column: Nottingham Forest's proud reputation is being...

  09-02-2015 16:54
  
  It was a throwaway comment at the end of an interview but, in many ways, Stuart Pearce has never been more right.For Nottingham Forest, the departure of Paul Faulkner as chief executive could indeed have as big an impact as his own sacking, in the long run.And, while Fawaz Al Hasawi acted quickly to replace Pearce with Dougie Freedman, it is imperative that he now does the same with his CEO.More specifically, it is also vital that the new man is given the chance to do his job.Contrary to...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Paul Taylor column: Nottingham Forest's proud reputation is being...

  09-02-2015 16:54
  
  It was a throwaway comment at the end of an interview but, in many ways, Stuart Pearce has never been more right.For Nottingham Forest, the departure of Paul Faulkner as chief executive could indeed have as big an impact as his own sacking, in the long run.And, while Fawaz Al Hasawi acted quickly to replace Pearce with Dougie Freedman, it is imperative that he now does the same with his CEO.More specifically, it is also vital that the new man is given the chance to do his job.Contrary to...
  
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• RachelGorman published Operation Daybreak: Pensioner arrested on suspicion of indecent...

  09-02-2015 16:44
  
  A 65-year-old woman was arrested on Sunday February 8 as part of enquiries into Operation Daybreak.She was arrested on suspicion of indecent assault and aiding and abetting a rape offence, alleged to have happened at Bracken House, in Bulwell, between 1972 and 1973.The woman has been bailed pending further enquiries.This is the eleventh arrest made under Operation Daybreak, an inquiry into historical child sexual abuse at Nottinghamshire children's homes, with a total of
  
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• Nottingham doctor volunteers to save lives in Nepal - Nottingham Post

  09-02-2015 16:33
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  Nottingham doctor volunteers to save lives in Nepal
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  A Nottingham doctor has pioneered a cancer prevention programme which is saving lives in Nepal. Dr David Nunns, a gynaecologist at Nottingham's City Hospital, visits the country a couple of times a year to help local medics spot signs that women could ...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Nottingham Playhouse launches Pay What You Can scheme

  09-02-2015 16:25
  
  It is a first for Nottingham Playhouse and a first for any theatre in the city, in which you Pay What You Can for tickets.
  In partnership with the Nottingham Post, on Wednesday, February 18, theatre-goers are invited to stump up whatever cash they like for a performance of the smash-hit political comedy, Posh.
  "We're proud of the fact that coming to see a production at Nottingham Playhouse is already very reasonable, but thanks to a partnership between us and the Nottingham Post, great theatre..
  
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• Fawaz Al Hasawi: Nottingham Forest owner regrets quit hint - BBC News

  09-02-2015 15:29
  
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  Fawaz Al Hasawi: Nottingham Forest owner regrets quit hint
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  Nottingham Forest owner Fawaz Al Hasawi says he has no intention of selling the club and regrets posting a message on social media hinting he could quit. Al Hasawi was responding to criticism on Twitter following the sacking of Stuart Pearce as manager ...
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• PMBlackburn published Nottingham doctor volunteers to save lives in Nepal

  09-02-2015 15:09
  
  A NOTTINGHAM doctor has pioneered a cancer prevention programme which is saving lives in Nepal.Dr David Nunns, a gynaecologist at Nottingham's City Hospital, visits the country a couple of times a year to help local medics spot signs that women could develop cervical cancer and train them to treat the disease.The cancer is a major cause of death in Nepal and is globally responsible for more than 270,000 deaths – mostly in developing countries without access to treatment and better...
  
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• Morecambe v Mansfield Town

  09-02-2015 15:09 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's League Two game between Morecambe and Mansfield Town.
  
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• BenIreland published Sport minister calls for more council spending on sport in...

  09-02-2015 15:01
  
  More money should be spent on sport in the community, the Sport Minister has said in a visit to Nottingham.
  Helen Grant MP praised the "trailblazing" work of Notts County's Football in the Community project its takeover of the formerly city council-run Portland Leisure Centre.
  She also toured Meadow Lane, soaking up the history of the oldest professional club in the world and exchanged headers with former Magpies centre half and current CEO James Rodwell.
  The Minister said: "I will
  
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• LucyBudge published Get the Felicity Jones BAFTA-winning look in Nottingham

  09-02-2015 15:00
  
  BRITISH actress Felicity Jones stood out in purple while collecting an award at the EE British Academy Film Awards.The star-studded event was held at the Royal Opera House, in London, and saw Hollywood's greatest actors and actresses gather together to celebrate the best in British film.Felicity, 31, took to the podium to collect the Outstanding British Film Award for her latest movie release, The Theory of Everything, in which she stars alongside British actor Eddie...
  
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• DanRobinson published Man trapped in car after four-vehicle A52 crash

  09-02-2015 14:34
  
  A man had to be cut free from his car after it was involved in a crash with two lorries and another car on the A52.Firefighters used heavy cutting equipment to rescue him from his saloon car after he was trapped inside on Monday at about 10.15am.Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service sent three fire crews to the scene, between Mackworth and Kirk Langley.They took about half an hour to free the man, who was left in the care of paramedics.
  
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• jonmattos published VIDEO: Wicked Whispers: Pearson handbags not a patch on Cloughie...

  09-02-2015 14:19
  
  Leicester City manager Nigel Pearson found himself at the forefront of the news this weekend and not just because of rumours that wrongly circulated saying he had been sacked.
  On Saturday, he had an altercation with former Leicester target James McArthur during his side's 1-0 home loss to Crystal Palace in the Premier League.
  Palace midfielder McArthur had a collision with Pearson on the sidelines which resulted in Pearson appearing to grab the player by the throat when he was on the...
  
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