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• Nottingham Rugby 14 Cornish Pirates 16: Match report - late Wilson try proves ... - Nottingham Post

  20-02-2015 23:48
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  Winger Liam O'Neill looks to break away from the Cornish chasing pack. Pictures: Joseph Raynor. Comments (0). CORNISH Pirates inflicted a fourth straight defeat on Nottingham with a narrow 16-14 win at Lady Bay in what turned out to be a disappointing ...
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Rugby 14 Cornish Pirates 16: Match report - late...

  20-02-2015 23:00
  CORNISH Pirates inflicted a fourth straight defeat on Nottingham with a narrow 16-14 win at Lady Bay in what turned out to be a disappointing return to Friday night rugby.Martin Haag's men were looking to get back to winning ways and cement fourth place in the Championship. Despite scoring two tries, through Campese Ma'afu and Brent Wilson, they were unable to find a way to beat a determined and professional Pirates outfit, themselves reeling from back to back defeats.After a lively start by the
  
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• Dougie Freedman focused on the future, not the past as Nottingham Forest boss ... - Nottingham Post

  20-02-2015 22:12
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  Dougie Freedman focused on the future, not the past as Nottingham Forest boss ...
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  Dougie Freedman says he plans three games ahead since taking over as Forest boss from Stuart Pearce (left). Dougie Freedman says he plans three games ahead since taking over as Forest boss from Stuart Pearce (left). Previous; Next. Comments (0).
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• BenIreland published Can you help police trace key witness in sexual assault...

  20-02-2015 22:10
  
  Detectives investigating a serious sexual assault have launched a belated appeal to find the attacker.Nottinghamshire Police want to speak to a man seen on CCTV outside the BZR nightclub in Goosegate overnight between October 10 and 11 last year.Detective Constable Amy Hall said: "We know there is a desire for public appeals to be made as soon as possible after an incident, but this is simply not possible in every case where we must ensure we have gathered and considered all...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Dougie Freedman focused on the future, not the past as Nottingham...

  20-02-2015 21:00
  
  Dougie Freedman is clearly not a man to dwell on the past.When Nottingham Forest host Bolton at the City Ground on Saturday, they will be looking to address a run of home form that is among the least impressive in the Championship, as well as facing the Scotsman's former club.But Freedman is more focused on the future than on the events of the past.And, while he acknowledges that there is work to be done when it comes to Forest's return of points on home soil, he has a clear idea of exactly how.
  
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• Police to cut ten helicopter bases

  20-02-2015 20:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The National Police Air Service says it is closing 10 of its helicopter bases over the next two years, but will fly from East Midlands Airport.
  
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• Police to cut 10 helicopter bases

  20-02-2015 20:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The National Police Air Service says it is closing 10 of its helicopter bases over the next two years, but will fly from East Midlands Airport.
  
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• Miss Nottingham has handbag stolen on photo shoot in Wollaton Park - Nottingham Post

  20-02-2015 19:12
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  Miss Nottingham has handbag stolen on photo shoot in Wollaton Park
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  Miss Nottingham has urged drivers not to leave valuables unattended in their car after her handbag and suitcase were stolen during a photo shoot. Rebecca Drysdale, who scooped the beauty queen title last April, was posing for the camera in Wollaton ...
  
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• Charles Landry pleased Guillaume Doucet is part of Nottingham Panthers ... - Nottingham Post

  20-02-2015 19:02
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  Charles Landry feels the latest addition to Nottingham Panthers' French connection is making a major difference on the ice. Guillaume Doucet has scored eight goals and 14 points in 13 games since joining Max Parent and Landry as French Canadians ...
  
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• RachelGorman published Miss Nottingham has handbag stolen on photo shoot in Wollaton...

  20-02-2015 18:59
  
  Miss Nottingham has urged drivers not to leave valuables unattended in their car after her handbag and suitcase were stolen during a photo shoot.Rebecca Drysdale, who scooped the beauty queen title last April, was posing for the camera in Wollaton Park when thieves broke into the boot of her mum's white Citroen.They swiped the bags, which contained her "favourite everyday clothes", university coursework and her diary.The nineteen-year-old business student told the Post she was...
  
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• JemmaPage published Ladies bra and £1 coin stolen from car in Mansfield...

  20-02-2015 18:56
  
  A ladies bra and a £1 coin were among items stolen from a parked car.Thieves broke into the car, situated in Wordsworth Avenue, in Mansfield Woodhouse, on Thursday between 3am and 10.30am.Various CDs were also removed from the vehicle.If you have any information regarding this incident call police on 101.
  
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• BenIreland published Stapleford Aldi plans hang in the balance after council asks...

  20-02-2015 18:56
  
  Plans for a new budget supermarket in Stapleford hang in the balance now it has been asked to look at two different sites.Aldi has been consulting the public on its multi-million pound plans for a new food store at the Pinfold Trading Estate, off Nottingham Road, since September 2014.The chain hoped to submit a formal planning application by the end of the month but has criticised Broxtowe Borough Council for asking it to now look at two new sites.One of which is the...
  
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• Corey Neilson satisfied with 3-1 lead for Nottingham Panthers as they prepare ... - Nottingham Post

  20-02-2015 18:42
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  Corey Neilson says he cannot fail to be satisfied with a two goal advantage going into the Challenge Cup semi-final second leg. Nottingham Panthers lead Sheffield Steelers 3-1 going into Tuesday's return match, and though the Panthers head coach is ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Charles Landry pleased Guillaume Doucet is part of Nottingham...

  20-02-2015 18:39
  Charles Landry feels the latest addition to Nottingham Panthers' French connection is making a major difference on the ice.Guillaume Doucet has scored eight goals and 14 points in 13 games since joining Max Parent and Landry as French Canadians plying their trade at the National Ice Centre.Defenceman Landry said Doucet has proved a valuable addition to coach Corey Neilson's attacking arsenal."He's a good sniper. He's bringing some good offence to us and working hard," he said."It's fun to..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Corey Neilson satisfied with 3-1 lead for Nottingham Panthers as...

  20-02-2015 18:32
  
  Corey Neilson says he cannot fail to be satisfied with a two goal advantage going into the Challenge Cup semi-final second leg.Nottingham Panthers lead Sheffield Steelers 3-1 going into Tuesday's return match, and though the Panthers head coach is content with the scoreline, he admits the loss of Chris Higgins to injury is a blow."Two goals up, we can't argue with that. I think we had chances to do a bit more damage, as did they," he said."I'm satisfied with the result but disappointed we..
  
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• BenIreland published Car fire on Arnold driveway

  20-02-2015 18:15
  
  Firefighters rushed to the aid of a motorist whose car caught fire on their Arnold driveway.Two crews – from Arnold and Carlton fire stations – were called to Jenned Road at 3.15pm on Friday, February 20.They found a car on fire on the driveway and used one hose reel to put it out.
  
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• Brighton's Monakana loaned to Stags

  20-02-2015 18:02 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mansfield Town have signed Brighton midfielder Jeffrey Monakana on a month's loan to cover for the injured Reggie Lambe.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Mansfield Town sign midfielder Jeffrey Monakana on loan from...

  20-02-2015 18:01
  New loan signing Jeffrey Monakana believes his switch to Mansfield Town provides the perfect opportunity to showcase his skills.The 21-year-old midfielder, who today signed on a one month deal from Brighton and Hove Albion, has struggled for game time at his parent club – being sent on loan to Crawley Town and Aberdeen over the last year.He took different things from both of those spells, but hopes the One Call Stadium is where he can really kick on."There's been a lot of...
  
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• BenIreland published East Midlands Airport to become hub for police planes and...

  20-02-2015 17:55
  
  East Midlands Airport is set to become a national station for police planes and a helicopter in a shake-up of the force's air fleet.The National Police Air Service (NPAS) has announced plans to place 19 helicopters and four fixed-wing aircraft at 15 bases across the country.It is trying to cut its budget by 14 per cent over the next three years after already trimming £11 million from its annual cost.The four new fixed-wing aircraft, which are said to be cheaper to run than helicopters,...
  
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• Nottingham's DHP Family up for Music Week Award - Nottingham Post

  20-02-2015 17:46
  
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  The Lace Market based organisation is up for Live Music Promoter of the Year at Music Week's Awards 2015. The majority of awards will be decided by hundreds of judges in senior positions across the industry and handed out at a ceremony at London's ...
  
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• Karl Darlow hopes Nottingham Forest can address their home form with back-to ... - Nottingham Post

  20-02-2015 17:46
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  Karl Darlow believes Nottingham Forest took a step in the right direction with their win over Wigan at the City Ground – but says they must continue to address their home form in the next two games. The Reds have won only 20 points at home this season, ...
  
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• EllieCullen published Lessons have been learned after mum Amy Black killed her baby,...

  20-02-2015 17:43
  
  More could have been done to support a mother who killed her own baby, an inquest heard.But the people involved in the care of Amy Black and her family say steps have now been taken to prevent similar tragedies in the future.Seven-month-old Zoe Black was found dead on wasteland near her home in Bestwood Park. Amy, who was deemed to be mentally ill, admitted infanticide and was sectioned under the Mental Health Act.At the third day of Zoe's inquest yesterday, the agencies that had contact with...
  
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• EllieCullen commented Lessons have been learned after mum Amy Black killed her baby,...

  20-02-2015 17:43
  More could have been done to support a mother who killed her own baby, an inquest heard.But the people involved in the care of Amy Black and her family say steps have now been taken to prevent similar tragedies in the future.Seven-month-old Zoe Black was found dead on wasteland near her home in Bestwood Park. Amy, who was deemed to be mentally ill, admitted infanticide and was sectioned under the Mental Health Act.At the third day of Zoe's inquest yesterday, the agencies that had contact with...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Nottingham's DHP Family up for Music Week Award

  20-02-2015 17:27
  
  Nottingham's DHP Family has been nominated for a major music industry award.
  The Lace Market based organisation is up for Live Music Promoter of the Year at Music Week's Awards 2015.
  The majority of awards will be decided by hundreds of judges in senior positions across the industry and handed out at a ceremony at London's Grosvenor Hotel on April 9.
  "We've had a really strong year and we're delighted to be a finalist - the Music Week awards are the most prestigious in the industry," says DHP...
  
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• Nottingham doctor says patients will have 'lives not worth living' due to ... - Nottingham Post

  20-02-2015 17:17
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  A Nottingham cancer expert has urged health leaders to reverse their decision to cancel funding for a drug which has extended the lives of hundreds of people in the area. Dr Santhanam Sundar says the decision to no longer include Jevtana – a proven ...
  
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• BenIreland published Delays after car and tram collide by Nottingham High School

  20-02-2015 17:14
  Trams were left delayed for two hours after a car collided with one of its services near a city school.A silver Vauxhall Astra pulled out of Arthur Street in to Waverley Street, near Nottingham High School, at around 12.45pm on February 20.It came into contact with a tram running between Hucknall and the city centre.Both NET, the tram operators, and Nottinghamshire Police confirmed no injuries were sustained. 
  
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• BenIreland commented Delays after car and tram collide by Nottingham High School

  20-02-2015 17:14
  
  Trams were left delayed for two hours after a car collided with one of its services near a city school.A silver Vauxhall Astra pulled out of Arthur Street in to Waverley Street, near Nottingham High School, at around 12.45pm on February 20.It came into contact with a tram running between Hucknall and the city centre.Both NET, the tram operators, and Nottinghamshire Police confirmed no injuries were sustained. 
  
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• Man, 46, refused entry into Nottingham night club for being 'too old' - Nottingham Post

  20-02-2015 17:12
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  Man, 46, refused entry into Nottingham night club for being 'too old'
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  Chris Pettifor was turned away from club night Phlebas, held in Bar Eleven, because the bouncers said he is too old. Comments (8). A 46-year-old man was left feeling embarrassed after being refused entry into a nightclub for being 'too old'. Chris ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Danny Collins is reaping the rewards for his positive attitude,...

  20-02-2015 17:11
  
  Danny Collins is reaping the rewards for his 'incredible' positive attitude after being brought back in from the cold, according to his Nottingham Forest team-mates.The veteran defender will hope to notch up a fourth straight appearance in the Reds' back-four when Bolton visit this weekend.Collins has started every game since Dougie Freedman was appointed manager, after previously being frozen out completely under Stuart Pearce.The 34-year-old was told he was free to find another.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Karl Darlow hopes Nottingham Forest can address their home form...

  20-02-2015 17:03
  
  Karl Darlow believes Nottingham Forest took a step in the right direction with their win over Wigan at the City Ground – but says they must continue to address their home form in the next two games.The Reds have won only 20 points at home this season, while collecting 21 on their travels.Keeper Darlow admits it is something that they must look to address if they are to climb the Championship table.But he hopes the thumping 3-0 win over Wigan in their last City Ground outing.
  
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• JemmaPage published Scarlet fever: The symptoms to look out for

  20-02-2015 17:02
  
  The number of cases of scarlet fever have doubled in Nottingham in the past 12 monthsDoctors have diagnosed 18 cases in the city so far this year, up from nine last year.The bacterial illness, also known as Scarletina, is sweeping across the UK faster than at any time in the last 50 years, with 300 new cases registered last week.Here is a list of symptoms of the illness to look out for:
  The symptoms generally take two to five days to appear after infectionThe illness usually starts with a sore..
  
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• PMBlackburn published Nottingham doctor says patients will have 'lives not worth...

  20-02-2015 16:54
  A Nottingham cancer expert has urged health leaders to reverse their decision to cancel funding for a drug which has extended the lives of hundreds of people in the area.Dr Santhanam Sundar says the decision to no longer include Jevtana – a proven treatment for prostate cancer – in the government's Cancer Drugs Fund will see patients dying earlier and having "lives not worth living".The drug, which works in patients who are resistant to other treatment like hormone therapy or..
  
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• JemmaPage published Former Nottingham Forest goalkeeper to tell Brian Clough stories...

  20-02-2015 16:50
  
  A former Nottingham Forest goalkeeper and chief scout will be sharing his tales of Brian Clough in a bid to raise money for charity.Alan Hill, who worked under the legendary manager for 18 years, will be attending a charity dinner to raise money for Alzheimer's Research UK after his friend John Haselden, of Gamston, was diagnosed with the disease.The 71-year-old first met Mr Haselden when they were playing for Rotherham United in 1966, and the pair have been good friends ever
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County striker Jimmy Spencer making good progress on...

  20-02-2015 16:43
  Notts County striker Jimmy Spencer is making good progress in his comeback from a serious knee injury, says boss Shaun Derry.The Magpies forward has been out of action since the summer when he tore cruciate ligaments in a friendly against Arnold.Spencer (pictured) has been working hard behind the scenes and has recently joined the rest of the squad for their warm-ups.But Derry says it is debatable whether the forward will be back before the end of the season."Jimmy is doing really...
  
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• JemmaPage published Man, 46, refused entry into Nottingham night club for being 'too...

  20-02-2015 16:40
  
  A 46-year-old man was left feeling embarrassed after being refused entry into a nightclub for being 'too old'.Chris Pettifor, who lives in the city centre, was turned away by bouncers from club night Phlebas, held in Bar Eleven, on Tuesday.The casino cashier says the two doorman saw him approaching and 'shook their head' at him telling him he was too old to enter.He added: "At first I wasn't fussed, but when I got home I thought, 'how dare they?' It's embarrassing."I know the place is.
  
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• JemmaPage commented Man, 46, refused entry into Nottingham night club for being 'too...

  20-02-2015 16:40
  
  A 46-year-old man was left feeling embarrassed after being refused entry into a nightclub for being 'too old'.Chris Pettifor, who lives in the city centre, was turned away by bouncers from club night Phlebas, held in Bar Eleven, on Tuesday.The casino cashier says the two doorman saw him approaching and 'shook their head' at him telling him he was too old to enter.He added: "At first I wasn't fussed, but when I got home I thought, 'how dare they?' It's embarrassing."I know the place is.
  
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• LucyBudge published Copy Charlize Theron's movie premiere look in Nottingham

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• Nottingham Post published International flavour to training as Notts Gymnastics Academy's...

  20-02-2015 16:26
  The locals already flock in their droves to Notts Gymnastics Academy. And it seems word has spread further afield too.Such is the club's reputation on the world stage, with the Downie sisters – Becky and Ellie – flying the flag, athletes are prepared to come from far and wide to see what is on offer for themselves.This week, in fact, it has almost become something of an international training camp in West Bridgford.French gymnast Youna Dufournet has been working alongside Notts'
  
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• Nottingham Post published Gedling's Jessica Urquhart makes Nottingham Lions history

  20-02-2015 16:19
  
  Gedling's Jessica Urquhart has made Nottingham Lions' history.The 16-year-old Great Britain international became the first ever female to play for the team in their latest league double-header against Telford Tigers and Solihull Barons.She normally ices for the women's team, the Nottingham Vipers, as well as the club's Under-16 and Under-18 junior sides.But she was called up into the male seniors for the first time by coach Matt Bradbury, who said: "It was great to call-up for Jessica, who's now
  
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• NatalieFahy published Rock City flashback - pictures of clubbers, bands and crowds...

  20-02-2015 16:07
  
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• Carl Froch backs Nottingham boxer set for TV debut at London's Alexandra Palace - Nottingham Post

  20-02-2015 15:58
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  Boxing legend Carl Froch is urging Nottingham to get behind the city's next big star of the ring, who is preparing for a televised fight. Steven Pallett, from Chilwell, is a former soldier who was unbeaten when he boxed for the Army, where he earned ...
  
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• Kevin MacDonald leaves Nottingham Forest to return to Aston Villa - Nottingham Post

  20-02-2015 15:50
  
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  Kevin MacDonald has left Nottingham Forest to return to Aston Villa as Tim Sherwood's new assistant manager. MacDonald had led the Reds youngsters to the quarter-finals of the FA Youth Cup this season, after initially joining the club in the summer.
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• Nottmtails published Kevin MacDonald leaves Nottingham Forest to return to Aston Villa

  20-02-2015 15:46
  
  Kevin MacDonald has left Nottingham Forest to return to Aston Villa as Tim Sherwood's new assistant manager.MacDonald had led the Reds youngsters to the quarter-finals of the FA Youth Cup this season, after initially joining the club in the summer.But he has returned to Villa Park, where he has spent most of his coaching career, to work alongside their new boss, Sherwood, as he looks to guide the Premier League club to safety.MacDonald only ended his initial 17-year association with Villa during
  
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• Nottmtails commented Kevin MacDonald leaves Nottingham Forest to return to Aston Villa

  20-02-2015 15:46
  
  Kevin MacDonald has left Nottingham Forest to return to Aston Villa as Tim Sherwood's new assistant manager.MacDonald had led the Reds youngsters to the quarter-finals of the FA Youth Cup this season, after initially joining the club in the summer.But he has returned to Villa Park, where he has spent most of his coaching career, to work alongside their new boss, Sherwood, as he looks to guide the Premier League club to safety.MacDonald only ended his initial 17-year association with Villa..
  
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• TracyWalker published Carl Froch backs Nottingham boxer set for TV debut at London's...

  20-02-2015 15:39
  
  Boxing legend Carl Froch is urging Nottingham to get behind the city's next big star of the ring, who is preparing for a televised fight.Steven Pallett, from Chilwell, is a former soldier who was unbeaten when he boxed for the Army, where he earned the nickname "Stevie 1# Bomb" due to his formidable fighting style.The former Bramcote Hills Comprehensive pupil spent 10 years with the Rifles regiment, serving in Iraq, Afghanistan and Northern Ireland.But now the 29-year-old faces his latest...
  
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• TracyWalker published 'Police incident' closes Broomhill Road in Hucknall

  20-02-2015 14:55
  
  A road was closed for around an hour after an elderly woman was involved in a collision with a car.The pensioner, in her seventies, was taken by ambulance to Nottingham's Queen's Medical Centre for treatment to injuries which are not thought to be life-threatening, following the incident in Broomhill Road, in Hucknall.Police were called to the road at around 1pm and officers closed the road for around an hour, with traffic diverted from Broomhill Road.A newsagent in the road said: "It.
  
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• RachelGorman commented Ruddington residents encouraged to draw 'sad face' next to dog...

  20-02-2015 14:02
  
  Free chalk is being dished out to residents in a bid to wipe out dog mess of the streets of Ruddington.The parish council's RUDD campaign - Remove Unacceptable Dog Dirt - encourages pedestrians to draw a sad frowny face with the chalk where they find dog mess on the pavement.The initiative was launched amid concerns from residents that there had been an increase in dog owners failing to tidy up after their pets.Rushcliffe Borough Council has the power to issue £50 on-the-spot...
  
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• JemmaPage published West Bridgford teenager writes song to raise money for charity

  20-02-2015 14:02
  
  Talented musician Mya De Angelo always dreamed of getting her voice heard – and now her wish has come true.
  
  
  The 15-year-old has written, recorded and released a song to raise money for the Basil Skyers Myeloma Foundation, which aims to increase awareness of the blood cancer.
  
  
  Mya, who has born in Iran but lives in West Bridgford, was asked by the organisation to contribute to a charity album called Legacy.
  
  
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• Nottingham Post published Alexander Britton: Group of Chelsea fans in Paris show the grim...

  20-02-2015 13:29
  "We're racist, we're racist, and that's the way we like it," so a group of Chelsea fans sang shortly after one of their number pushed a black man off a metro in Paris."It was overcrowded," one fan suggests in defence of the actions, but their chant suggests a much uglier truth.Think about racism and football and most British fans see it as something which exists elsewhere.Different places, different times.There are games in Eastern Europe where monkey chants and throwing bananas at black players
  
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• JemmaPage published Unemployed students hopeful for future jobs after intense New...

  20-02-2015 13:28
  
  Mother-of-six Joanne Maddock has never worked a day in her life – but after a four-week intense course she's hoping to start the career of her dreams.The 36-year-old has been studying on New College Nottingham's learning to work health and social care course since the end of January.And after an interview with her potential employer Pathway Care Solutions yesterday, she is hoping to start working with children in residential homes.Joanne, who lives in Arnold, has concentrated on...
  
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