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• DanRobinson published Teenager taken to hospital after house fire

  23-04-2015 22:56
  
  A 13-year-old boy was taken to hospital after a house blaze in Warsop.It took firefighters more than three hours to put out the fire in Cherry Grove on Thursday.Four fire engines from Warsop, Worksop, Edwinstowe and Mansfield attended the scene after receiving a call at 5.53pm.They used three hose reel jets, four dry powder extinguishers, three carbon dioxide extinguishers, 14 breathing apparatus, a short extension ladder and positive pressure ventilation in battling the blaze.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Dougie Freedman feels Michail Antonio can have a bigger impact -...

  23-04-2015 22:00
  
  There is just one man left in the Nottingham Forest squad who could yet finish the campaign having started every single Championship game.Given his physically bruising, battering ram approach, it may be a surprise to know that man is Michail Antonio.The powerhouse winger has started all 44 league games and will hope to make it 45 on Saturday, at Ipswich.Given his recent good form, Antonio has a good chance of completing the full set of 46 starts when Cardiff visit on the final day of the...
  
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• AlexBritton published Election 2015: Eddie Izzard comes to Beeston on campaign trail

  23-04-2015 21:06
  
  It was a case of selfies for swing voters as Eddie Izzard strolled down Beeston's High Road on the campaign trail. The comedian, actor and activist was visiting Broxtowe – his 50th constituency of the campaign so far – to support Labour candidate Nick Palmer. The pair were joined by Labour heavyweight Tom Watson and toured shops in the town, posing for snaps with voters and encouraging party activists ahead of the May 7 poll. Mr Izzard told the Post: "It's going very...
  
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• Nottmtails published Ipswich Town v Nottingham Forest: Match in focus at Portman Road

  23-04-2015 21:00
  
  Team news: Midfielder Jorge Grant will get his chance in the Nottingham Forest squad, after impressing Dougie Freedman in training."Jorge comes into the squad, because he has been training well. Very well, in fact," said Freedman. "He is in the squad and up for selection. I am not going to tell you my team, but if somebody is good enough they will get their opportunity."I like to see a young player train with the first team for three or four weeks, to see if they are good...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Ipswich Town v Nottingham Forest: Match in focus at Portman Road

  23-04-2015 21:00
  Team news: Midfielder Jorge Grant will get his chance in the Nottingham Forest squad, after impressing Dougie Freedman in training."Jorge comes into the squad, because he has been training well. Very well, in fact," said Freedman. "He is in the squad and up for selection. I am not going to tell you my team, but if somebody is good enough they will get their opportunity."I like to see a young player train with the first team for three or four weeks, to see if they are good...
  
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• DanRobinson published Election 2015: Politicians quizzed on improving transport links...

  23-04-2015 20:42
  Better transport links are key to economic growth in Nottingham, according to politicians speaking at a debate.Prospective parliamentary candidates from five parties were quizzed on a range of issues by city business leaders at a hustings event yesterday.Among the ideas given for improving infrastructure included speeding up decisions and construction work, removing some 20mph speed limits and preventing speed cameras from being used as a "cash cow". John Townsend, of telecoms business
  
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• DanRobinson commented Election 2015: Politicians quizzed on improving transport links...

  23-04-2015 20:42
  
  Better transport links are key to economic growth in Nottingham, according to politicians speaking at a debate.Prospective parliamentary candidates from five parties were quizzed on a range of issues by city business leaders at a hustings event yesterday.Among the ideas given for improving infrastructure included speeding up decisions and construction work, removing some 20mph speed limits and preventing speed cameras from being used as a "cash cow". John Townsend, of telecoms business
  
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• Nottingham Post published Graham Burke ready to show no fear in Notts County's relegation...

  23-04-2015 20:18
  
  For all of the anxiety which hasgripped Meadow Lane in recent weeks, Graham Burke's performances have at least provided some comfort.The Aston Villa loan player has won high praisefrom his manager Ricardo Moniz, who has been impressed with his fearlessness at a nerve-shredding time.Such courage is going to serve Notts County wellfor the last two games as they fight to avoid dates with Morecambe and Plymouth next season.And as long as they keep feeding Burke the ball, he will continue to...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County v Doncaster Rovers: Match in focus at Meadow Lane

  23-04-2015 20:17
  
  Talking tactics: Ricardo Moniz has already made it clear what his philosophy will be having been appointed Notts County manager.He is a firm believer in attack is the best form of defence which certainly makes for plenty of excitement.Notts played with considerable verve and tempo on Tuesday, and much of their approach to the final third was actually very good.The problems began when Notts were asked to create clear cut chances and they were generally in short supply.But if Moniz can fine tune..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Mansfield Town v Portsmouth: Match preview

  23-04-2015 19:25
  
  Perhaps for the first time since he took charge, on Saturday will be as much about the performance as the points for Mansfield Town boss Adam Murray.Make no mistake, the Stags manager wants to win the final two games of the season.But he also wants to give the fans something they can be proud of.Saturday's match at home to Portsmouth is an opportunity to make amends for a lacklustre display and 3-1 defeat at Cambridge United.Results elsewhere last Saturday mean Mansfield no longer have to worry.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Martin Haag wants Nottingham Rugby to finish fifth

  23-04-2015 19:13
  
  Martin Haag wants Nottingham Rugby to clinch a fifth place finish in the Championship and make it a "very successful season".Last week's 21-10 defeat at home to Rotherham Titans made it almost impossible for the Green and Whites to make the play-offs.Nevertheless, it is some turnaround from last term, when they were battling at the wrong end of the table.And the head coach says the players can still be 'proud' of their campaign as they aim to sign off with victory at Bedford Blues on..
  
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• Big Day Out: Full list of free attractions across Nottinghamshire - Nottingham Post

  23-04-2015 18:44
  
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  Big Day Out: Full list of free attractions across Nottinghamshire
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  Print out this list and take Nottingham Castle to wander through the 17th century mansion's many rooms for free from 10am to 5pm on Sunday April 26. SHARE PICTURE. Copy link to paste in your message. Visit the DH Lawrence Heritage Centre in Eastwood ...
  
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• JonPritchard published Police release CCTV footage of man wanted in connection with...

  23-04-2015 18:35
  
  Officers investigating a sexual assault in Hyson Green have released CCTV footage of a man they would like to speak to about the incident. The attack happened at around 2am on April 12 in a car park off Randal Street, close to the Asda supermarket on Radford Road, when a 20-year-old woman was attacked as she was returning home from a night out. Detective Chief Inspector Mel Bowden said: "This man may have vital information about this sexual assault and it is very important to our...
  
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• Sally Shalloe named as Nottingham cyclist killed in crash - BBC News

  23-04-2015 18:32
  
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  Sally Shalloe named as Nottingham cyclist killed in crash
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  A cyclist who was killed in a crash on a busy Nottingham road has been named by police. Sally Shalloe, 52, of Barton Lane, Attenborough, died after her bicycle and a motorbike collided in Middleton Boulevard on Tuesday morning. The 31-year-old male ...
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• Cyclist killed in crash is named

  23-04-2015 18:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A cyclist who was killed in a crash on a busy Nottingham road is named by police.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Non-league football fans get ready for third annual NSL Groundhop

  23-04-2015 17:30
  
  Non-league football fans from all over Europewill flock to the countyfor the groundhop weekend in the Precision Notts Senior League.The aim is to watch five games in the space of 24 hours with the event having made a big impact in its first year in 2013.Fans are bussed to each match and first up is a Division One clash between Ashland Rovers and leaders Newark Flowserve at Kingsway Park on Friday night(7.30pm).A day later, Bingham Town entertain Ruddington Village at Butt Field in the...
  
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• Thousands parade through Nottingham in St George's Day celebrations - Nottingham Post

  23-04-2015 17:13
  
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  Thousands parade through Nottingham in St George's Day celebrations
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  Knights in shining armour led a parade of 2,000 people as Nottingham came together to celebrate St. George's Day. The largest English flag in the country was raised at the council house in Old Market Square, faces were painted and patriotic songs ...and more »
  
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• BenIreland published Thousands parade through Nottingham in St George's Day celebratio...

  23-04-2015 16:38
  
  Knights in shining armour led a parade of 2,000 people as Nottingham came together to celebrate St. George's Day. The largest English flag in the country was raised at the council house in Old Market Square, faces were painted and patriotic songs Jerusalem and Rule Britannia were recited in hearty voices. Once the parade reached the square, it was met with thousands more well-wishers and live music continued into the afternoon.The mile-long procession,...
  
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• BenIreland commented Thousands parade through Nottingham in St George's Day celebratio...

  23-04-2015 16:38
  
  Knights in shining armour led a parade of 2,000 people as Nottingham came together to celebrate St. George's Day. The largest English flag in the country was raised at the council house in Old Market Square, faces were painted and patriotic songs Jerusalem and Rule Britannia were recited in hearty voices. Once the parade reached the square, it was met with thousands more well-wishers and live music continued into the afternoon.The mile-long procession,...
  
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• EllieCullen published Shanay Walker murder trial: Accused 'was not coping' with looking...

  23-04-2015 16:31
  
  The twin sister of the woman accused of murdering her seven-year-old niece told a court she didn't believe her sister was coping with caring for the youngster.Kerry-Ann Morris was giving evidence at the fourth day of the trial into the death of Shanay Walker.Shanay's aunt and legal guardian Kay-Ann Morris, 24, of Beckhampton Road, Bestwood, denies Shanay's murder and also cruelty.She had been looking after the youngster since 2012.Her sister Kerry-Ann, also 24, told the jury that she was aware..
  
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• BenIreland published St George's Day: Nottinghamshire bells to ring together at 6pm...

  23-04-2015 16:26
  
  At 6pm tonight, April 23, bells will be ringing out at churches across Nottinghamshire to celebrate St George's Day.The simultaneous bell ringing has been organised by members of the Southwell and Nottingham Diocesan Guild of Church Bell Ringers.It follows a parade to celebrate the English patron saint which ran from the Forest Recreation Ground to Old Market Square.And an event to celebrate the country's multiculturalism is taking place this evening at Sneinton Market.Murray Smith, tower...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Big Day Out: Full list of free attractions across Nottinghamshire

  23-04-2015 16:07
  
  ATTRACTIONS across the county will be opening their doors to visitors for free on Sunday April 26 for BBC Radio Nottingham's Big Day Out.Over 20 venues will be taking part in the event which celebrates Nottinghamshire's heritage.But free entry to some exhibits will only be allowed to people who take along a print-out of the list below... so don't forget!The day-long event was the brainchild of BBC Radio Nottingham breakfast show DJ Andy Whittaker.The presenter said: "It's the sixth time the
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts' Stuart Broad says technical changes have helped him return...

  23-04-2015 16:01
  Nottinghamshire and England star Stuart Broad has revealed the secret to his fine spell in Grenada.On day two of the on-going second Test between England and hosts West Indies, the 28-year-old recorded his best Test figures – four for 61 – since the fourth Test at home to India at Old Trafford.On that occasion, the Nottingham-born fast bowler took six for 25 in the first innings in Manchester to skittle the tourists for just 152 as England set the foundations for a comfortable...
  
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• TomNorton published In pictures: Newstead Abbey through the years

  23-04-2015 15:56
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• Leigh_Curtis published Carl Froch's chances of Las Vegas bout against Chavez Jr all but...

  23-04-2015 15:38
  
  Carl Froch's promoter admits the Cobra's dreams of fighting Julio Cesar Chavez Jr in Las Vegas are all but over after the Mexican's shock defeat to Andrzej Fonfara.Writing in his Daily Mail column, Eddie Hearn says the prospect of the showdown has been "blown away" and will now look at other options for the WBA super middleweight champion.Among potential fights for Froch are Gennady Golovkin, Bernard Hopkins and a potential Battle of Britain showdown with James DeGale."I spoke to.
  
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• NottmPostEG published Sir Paul McCartney heads Rich List with £730m fortune

  23-04-2015 15:31
  
  Sir Paul McCartney is the wealthiest entertainer in Britain and Ireland with a £730m fortune, according to the Sunday Times Rich List.
  The 72-year-old, whose wife Nancy Shevell has a £150m stake in her family's US trucking business, tops the list that compiles the fortunes of the richest performers and composers.
  Newcomer to the top 40 music millionaires chart is Dumfries-born DJ Calvin Harris, worth £70m. Harris is reported to earn up to $1m a night as the world's highest-paid
  
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• NottmPostEG commented Sir Paul McCartney heads Rich List with £730m fortune

  23-04-2015 15:31
  Sir Paul McCartney is the wealthiest entertainer in Britain and Ireland with a £730m fortune, according to the Sunday Times Rich List.
  The 72-year-old, whose wife Nancy Shevell has a £150m stake in her family's US trucking business, tops the list that compiles the fortunes of the richest performers and composers.
  Newcomer to the top 40 music millionaires chart is Dumfries-born DJ Calvin Harris, worth £70m. Harris is reported to earn up to $1m a night as the world's highest-paid
  
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• JonPritchard published Which political party are you most affiliated with? Take our quiz...

  23-04-2015 15:02
  Unsure who to vote for? Complete our election compass and find out which party's views you most agree with.If you are viewing this on a mobile device, click hereSo far more than 12,000 readers of Local World titles, including the Nottingham Post, have completed the quiz, with more than two-thirds saying taxes should be raised for people who earn more than £150,000 a year. By contrast, less than 20 per cent of people are against raising the tax for high earners.More than 60 per cent...
  
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• JenniferScott published Fire at Sneinton Dale attended by six engines - after black smoke...

  23-04-2015 15:01
  
  Six fire engines were called to a fire on a school roof in Sneinton.A cordon was put at the end of Edale Road, off Sneinton Dale, at around 1.30pm and police officers and firefighters were directing traffic from the area.Residents said the fire broke out at Edale Rise Primary School. All the children were evacuated from the school and sent home.Picture: Tom BoylanBlack plumes of smoke could be seen from the city centre from about 1.30pm, with residents taking to Twitter to try and discover the..
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Krispy Kreme Doughnuts to be sold in Nottingham Tesco stores

  23-04-2015 14:59
  American doughnut chain Krispy Kreme has announced that they will stocking their products at selected Tesco stores across Nottingham.Three Extra stores in Top Valley, Bulwell and Hucknall are now serve the well-known products which can be found in 16 different flavours.Krispy Kreme first came to Britain in 2003 when they opened a store at Harrods in London, which has since closed down. The closest store to Nottingham opened in February at the Highcross shopping centre in Leicester.The chain who.
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented Krispy Kreme Doughnuts to be sold in Nottingham Tesco stores

  23-04-2015 14:59
  
  American doughnut chain Krispy Kreme has announced they will stock their products at selected Tesco stores across Nottingham.Three Extra stores in Top Valley, Bulwell and Hucknall will serve the treats. The doughnuts - which come in 16 flavours- have developed a cult following across Britain with hundreds of fans flocking to store openings.Krispy Kreme first came to Britain in 2003 when they opened a store at Harrods in London, which has since closed down. The closest store to Nottingham opened.
  
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• TomNorton published Smoke seen rising over houses in West Bridgford

  23-04-2015 14:34
  
  A large cloud of black smoke has been seen rising over the Lady Bay and West Bridgford areas of Nottinghamshire.The plume was spotted at a round 1.30pm on Thursday, April 23.Residents have been taking photos as it rises over the city skyline.One Twitter user pinpointed the location as Daleside Road in Lady Bay.Something on fire near Daleside Road? Can see plumes of smoke from Bridgford #nottingham— Gav B (@WDMN) April 23, 2015Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Bargain tickets to see Beautiful Thing at Nottingham Playhouse

  23-04-2015 14:30
  Beautiful Thing will be the third main stage production in which Nottingham Playhouse will be offering theatre-goers the opportunity to 'pay what they can' for one performance.
  Following on from the success of this initiative, which started with their main stage production of Posh earlier this year, over 500 people have benefited from watching a production where they paid what they could afford for a ticket.
  "For us, Pay What You Can has been about breaking down the financial barriers for..
  
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• JenniferScott published Middleton Boulevard fatal crash: Cyclist named as Sally Shalloe

  23-04-2015 14:29
  
  The cyclist who died after a crash on Middleton Boulevard has been named locally as Sally Shalloe. The 52-year-old, who worked at the University of Nottingham as a research fellow, was believed to have been cycling to the campus when she was involved in the collision with a motorbike at around 7.30am on Tuesday. Four ambulances rushed to the scene, and both Ms Shalloe, of of Barton Lane, Attenborough, and the 31-year-old male biker were rushed to the Queen's Medical Centre.She was pronounced...
  
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• JonPritchard published Nottingham's clever clogs urged to apply for new series of iconic...

  23-04-2015 14:24
  Brainboxes in Nottingham are being urged to audition for the chance to win big in a new series of classic quiz show Fifteen To One.The new series will be hosted by Sandi Toksvig, and contestants will have the chance to compete to win a place in the grand final - where £40,000 is up for grabs.The auditions for the show will take place in Nottingham in May and June, and producers of the show are urging those who think they have what it takes to win to apply.Anyone wishing to take part in the
  
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• Mansfield boss to sign new deal

  23-04-2015 14:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mansfield boss Adam Murray says he expects to sign a new deal with the club having avoided the drop from League Two.
  
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• NottmPostEG published Food Sleuth: Chutney Village, Maid Marian Way

  23-04-2015 13:13
  Cumin, MemSaab, The Calcutta Club, 4550 Miles From Delhi, Laguna ... so much attention is devoted to the curry heavy hitters on the west side of Maid Marian Way that it's time to inspect the offer across the road.The seasoned contender is a restaurant once known as Chutney Jack's and then plain Chutney. It is now Chutney Village. Chutney remains a constant, so no need to get into a pickle.Inside, the décor is bamboo-led. If there wasn't so much food around it would be like one of...
  
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• NottmPostEG commented Food Sleuth: Chutney Village, Maid Marian Way

  23-04-2015 13:13
  
  Cumin, MemSaab, The Calcutta Club, 4550 Miles From Delhi, Laguna ... so much attention is devoted to the curry heavy hitters on the west side of Maid Marian Way that it's time to inspect the offer across the road.The seasoned contender is a restaurant once known as Chutney Jack's and then plain Chutney. It is now Chutney Village. Chutney remains a constant, so no need to get into a pickle.Inside, the décor is bamboo-led. If there wasn't so much food around it would be like one of...
  
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• JonPritchard published Investigation launched after Clifton resident complains of...

  23-04-2015 12:59
  An investigation has been launched after a Clifton resident claimed a worker swung a digger arm at her and her daughter.Natalie Wing, of Bournmoor Avenue, has complained to TWA, who are carrying out the tram works, after she visited a relatives house in Southchurch Drive.Upon leaving the drive, Miss Wing claims a worker purposely swung the arm of the digger he was using around in the direction of her and her 10 month-old-daughter.She said: "It was awful."It was the arm of the digger he
  
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• JonPritchard commented Investigation launched after Clifton resident complains of...

  23-04-2015 12:59
  
  An investigation has been launched after a Clifton resident claimed a worker swung a digger arm at her and her daughter.Natalie Wing, of Bournmoor Avenue, has complained to TWA, who are carrying out the tram works, after she visited a relative's house in Southchurch Drive.Upon leaving the drive, Miss Wing claims a worker purposely swung the arm of the digger he was using around in the direction of her and her 10 month-old-daughter.She said: "It was awful."It was the arm of the digger..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Shanay Walker murder trial: Accused told sister seven-year-old...

  23-04-2015 12:55
  
  The twin sister of the woman accused of the murder of Shanay Walker has told how she desperately tried to call for help from Germany after receiving a message from her sister.Kerry-Ann Morris, 24, was stationed in Germany with the Royal Artillery and received a WhatsApp message from the accused. Kay-Ann Morris, at 3.07am on July 31 last year.It read: 'I am sorry, I am in absolute shock thinking how it could happen. But it is the devil's work."Shanay is no longer and so is the rest of my...
  
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• JonPritchard published Nottingham Trent University's Peregrine falcon chicks first to...

  23-04-2015 12:44
  
  Peregrine falcon chicks kept by Nottingham Trent University are the first to hatch in the UK in a monitored nest.The university has a nest at their Newton Building, and believe their chick are the first to hatch anywhere in the country.The university has a live feed so the public can keep up to date with how the chicks are getting along.There are now three chicks, with one egg still unhatched.Following discussions with other monitoring nests, the university are confident the trio are the first..
  
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• Nottingham captain Wilson retires

  23-04-2015 12:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottingham Rugby captain Brent Wilson announces his retirement from the game due to an ongoing knee problem.
  
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• 'Early' peregrines hatch on roof

  23-04-2015 12:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Three peregrine falcon chicks hatch from what is believed to be the earliest clutch of its type at a monitored nest site in the country.
  
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• Nottingham Post published How Nottingham Michelin starred chef Sat Bains prepared for...

  23-04-2015 12:29
  Any day now Nottingham chef Sat Bains will be cooking for a world record breaking dinner party on Mount Everest.LYNETTE PINCHESS discovers how he acclimatised for the gruelling challengeIt's a heatwave outside but inside this sealed chamber, the size of a industrial walk-in freezer, we're shivering in sub-zero temperatures.Nottingham Trent University's environmental chamber's temperature, humidity and altitude can be controlled to simulate climates across the world.At the touch of a button the..
  
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• NottmPostEG published Theatre Royal: Anything Goes tour dates cancelled

  23-04-2015 12:23
  Producers of the musical Anything Goes have announced that the tour has been shortened to sixteen weeks - cancelling the dates for the Theatre Royal, June 16 -20.The show, starring Debbie Kurup and Matt Rawle, opened in January at the New Wimbledon Theatre and was scheduled to tour until October 10 this year.The tour will now finish at the Grand Opera House in Belfast on Saturday May 30.All ticket holders will be contacted by the Theatre Royal box office and offered full refunds.Any customer...
  
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• NottmPostEG commented Theatre Royal: Anything Goes tour dates cancelled

  23-04-2015 12:23
  
  Producers of the musical Anything Goes have announced that the tour has been shortened to sixteen weeks - cancelling the dates for the Theatre Royal, June 16 -20.The show, starring Debbie Kurup and Matt Rawle, opened in January at the New Wimbledon Theatre and was scheduled to tour until October 10 this year.The tour will now finish at the Grand Opera House in Belfast on Saturday May 30.All ticket holders will be contacted by the Theatre Royal box office and offered full refunds.Any customer...
  
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• Models 'immortalised' in new game

  23-04-2015 11:51 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A video game designer is immortalising members of the public by using their faces in newly created characters.
  
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• BenIreland published Water leak seeps from Chapel Bar to Old Market Square

  23-04-2015 11:16
  Water has leaked from a city centre pipe and has left a trail from Chapel Bar towards the Old Market Square.The leak appears to be a burst pipe but Severn Trent Water is yet to confirm the source of the water.It seemed to start outside the Moroccan restaurant and bar Marrakesh.Nottingham City Council said it would only be involved if roads needed to be closed or, in a severe case, if emergency planning was required.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Wicked Whispers: Nottingham Forest will find it 'doubly...

  23-04-2015 11:07
  Nottingham Forest legend Stuart Pearce says Dougie Freedman will find it "doubly difficult" to get the Reds into the Premier League next season because of the club's transfer embargo.Forest will be aiming for promotion once again next season, having fallen short of the play-offs in the Championship this season.But Freedman is going to be restricted in the transfer market as he tries to improve his squad this summer because the club is currently under an embargo for breaking the...
  
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