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• From Nashville to Nottingham: the recipe for school success - TES News

  24-05-2015 23:17
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  From Nashville to Nottingham: the recipe for school success
  TES News
  A decade ago, the performance of high schools in Nashville, Tennessee, was among the worst in the US. Attendance was poor and the graduation rate of just 55 per cent was well below the national average. Rising youth unemployment and crime rates were ...
  
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• zodd1950 published Milk Race

  24-05-2015 22:56
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• Nottingham Post published Milk Race 2015: Tables turn as Laura Trott has the edge in sprint...

  24-05-2015 22:45
  
  The look on Katie Archibald's face said it all.The defending champion turned away from a TV screen at the start-finish line with an air of resignation.Many in the crowd thought the Pearl Izumi rider had snatched first place on the line in yesterday's women's Milk Race around Nottingham city centre.The photo finish said otherwise. Olympic champion Laura Trott had the edge, and the victory, by a mere three thousandths of a second.It was a thrilling finish between the pair last year, but this...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Milk Race 2015: Nottingham riders enjoy test

  24-05-2015 22:45
  
  The chance to compete alongside some of cycling's biggest names made yesterday's Milk Race a special occasion for a group of local riders.The five-strong Beeston Cycling Club contingent jockeyed for position with the likes of Olympians Ed Clancy and Steven Burke, as well as last year's winner Felix English.Yesterday's event was the third time the race has been held in Nottingham since its reincarnation, following a 20-year absence – and it proved to be a memorable afternoon."It's very
  
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• Nottingham Post published Milk Race 2015: Kristian House wins men's race

  24-05-2015 22:45
  
  It was in contrast with his sprint finish, but men's Milk Race winner Kristian House enjoyed a 'steady' contest.For 40-odd minutes, the JLT Condor rider found himself in a two-man breakaway; isolated up front with Andrew Tennant of Team Wiggins.The duo were so far ahead, there was no question of anyone gatecrashing the fight for first place.The final push was just as exciting as the women's event, with House pipping his rival at the death in the centre of Nottingham's Old Market Square.And the..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Kenny Burns column: I would have loved to have played alongside ...

  24-05-2015 21:30
  Steven Gerrard played his last game for Liverpool yesterday and what a tremendous servant he has been to that football club.He could still do a job for Liverpool next season without a doubt and personally I think a lot more about the circumstances of his departure are yet to come out.Maybe they will in a book but I don't buy the fact that everything was rosy between him and Brendan Rodgers.Still he's been a tremendous player for Liverpool and you just wonder where they would have been without...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Milk Race 2015: Thousands flock to Nottingham city centre

  24-05-2015 21:11
  
  THOUSANDS of cycling enthusiasts from across the country flocked to the city centre to cheer on their heroes as The Milk Race returned to Nottingham.There is always a buzz in the air when cycling event comes to the city – and today was no different.A star studded line-up competed in both the men's and women's elite races.And beforehand, hobby riders and families were able to take to the same course as the household names.Old Market Square was drowned in people, cheering and...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts Premier League cricket: Caythorpe clear at top after...

  24-05-2015 20:30
  
  Caythorpe took sole possession of top spot in the Notts Premier League, after a stunning win over West Indian Cavaliers at Birchover Park.After winning the toss the visitors elected to bat, but, with Corey Collymore in fine form, they were 59 for four at one stage.Mat Dowman and Andrew Staszkiewicz mounted the comeback, adding 86 for the fifth wicket before Staszkiewicz fell for 30.Caleb Mierkalns joined Dowman and, hitting 55 from 38 balls, led a 99-run stand.Caythorpe's innings closed after 50
  
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• Nottingham Post published Matt Davies column: Further ECB flaws highlighted as Alex Hales...

  24-05-2015 20:30
  
  Alex Hales can say he is an IPL winner, ironically without facing a single ball.The Nottinghamshire batsman had a first class vantage point for a Twenty20 master-class as Mumbai Indians hit 202 for five to beat Chennai Super Kings by 41 runs in the final.News Hales was going to the sub-continent drewconsternation when it was announced, something that was only heightened when he was left out of the three games he was available for, as Mumbai stuck with the allowed four overseas players that...
  
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• Police looking for two men over theft from Superdry - Nottingham Post

  24-05-2015 20:29
  
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  Police looking for two men over theft from Superdry
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  Two men are being hunted by police in connection with the theft of clothes from the Superdry store in the Victoria Centre, Nottingham. The incident took place on Thursday, May 7. The force has also released photos of the men they are looking for. The ...
  
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• TomNorton published Mobile speed camera locations in Nottinghamshire for week...

  24-05-2015 20:29
  
  Here are the locations for speed cameras across Nottinghamshire this week:A60 Nottingham Rd, Mansfield New Mill Lane/ Sandlands Way, Mansfield Woodhouse A6191 Southwell Rd West, Mansfield Kirkby Road, Sutton in Ashfield A60 Leeming Lane North, Mansfield Woodhouse B6040 Retford Rd, Worksop 40 limit section A631 Flood Plains Road, Beckingham A616 Ollerton Rd, Caunton B6041 Kilton Hill, Worksop A60 Carlton Road, Worksop A60 Bellar Gate - Woodthorpe Dr, Nottingham A609 Ilkeston Rd/Wollaton...
  
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• TomNorton published Police looking for two men over theft from Superdry

  24-05-2015 20:21
  
  Two men are being hunted by police in connection with the theft of clothes from the Superdry store in the Victoria Centre, Nottingham.The incident took place on Thursday, May 7. The force has also released photos of the men they are looking for. The first man is described as white and in his early twenties. He was wearing a white baseball cap with a blue peak, a dark blue jacket with a grey hoodie underneath and light trousers. He was seen carrying a multi-coloured shopping bag.The second is...
  
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• PMBlackburn published Shock as 19-year-old man hospitalised after serious assault in...

  24-05-2015 20:21
  
  Residents have described their shock after a man was taken to hospital following a "serious assault".Police were called to Laybourne Drive in Bestwood at around 1pm yesterday after the incident where a 19-year-old man was hospitalised.A police cordon remained in place at the scene at around 7pm yesterday and two police cars and a van were also present. A statement from Nottinghamshire Police said the man's injuries are not believed to be "life threatening or life...
  
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• PMBlackburn commented Shock as 19-year-old man hospitalised after serious assault in...

  24-05-2015 20:21
  
  Residents have described their shock after a man was taken to hospital following a "serious assault".Police were called to Laybourne Drive in Bestwood at around 1pm yesterday after the incident where a 19-year-old man was hospitalised.A police cordon remained in place at the scene at around 7pm yesterday and two police cars and a van were also present. A statement from Nottinghamshire Police said the man's injuries are not believed to be "life threatening or life...
  
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• TomNorton published Nottinghamshire Police receive 999 call about overflowing toilet

  24-05-2015 19:56
  
  Police were left baffled by a rather un-loo-sual 999 call from a resident who rang the emergency services about an overflowing toilet.The incident was reported at an address in Radford. Officers using the Radford Cops Twitter account tweeted an appropriately dry response about the flooding, which took place on Friday. It read: "A Lenton man rang 999 yesterday to report his loo was overflowing and wanted police to turn off the water. We can't. He was advised #999wise." A police...
  
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• Nottingham sets out plans for £6.1 million cycling spend - road.cc

  24-05-2015 19:23
  Nottingham sets out plans for £6.1 million cycling spend
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  Nottingham City Council has revealed how it plans to spend £6.1 million allocated to improving facilities for cyclists in the city, including creating three “cycle corridors.” The cash comes from the Local Enterprise Partnership Growth Fund, with the ...and more »
  
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• TomNorton published Family of Bulwell crash victim thank community for its support

  24-05-2015 19:18
  
  The mother of a 20-year-old man killed following a crash on Thursday has thanked the emergency services and public for their support.Cameron Hatherley, of St Ann's, collided with another vehicle in Highbury Road, Bulwell, near Deptford Crescent, and was pronounced dead at the scene.Kellie Wills, 42, said: "We would like to thank everyone who helped Cameron following the collision, including the emergency services and one member of the public who held his hand to the end – something...
  
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• Hip-hop workshop held to find Nottingham's answer to Dizzee Rascal - Nottingham Post

  24-05-2015 19:15
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  Hip-hop workshop held to find Nottingham's answer to Dizzee Rascal
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  He has won writing competitions, released records and this weekend he joined in a city workshop encouraging youngsters to take the mic. Elliot, also known as Elmz, was at the Vintage Warehouse in Lower Parliament Street at a session organised by local ...
  
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• TomNorton published Hip-hop workshop held to find Nottingham's answer to Dizzee...

  24-05-2015 19:10
  
  Since the age of 12, Elliot Thorpe has aspired to become a rapper.He has won writing competitions, released records and this weekend he joined in a city workshop encouraging youngsters to take the mic. Elliot, also known as Elmz, was at the Vintage Warehouse in Lower Parliament Street at a session organised by local engagement group Full Effect. The workshop included how-to sessions on rapping, professional graffiti, song-writing and playing live music.Elliot, 21, of The Hollows in Wilford,...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Carl Froch and Joe Calzaghe let the gloves come off on Twitter

  24-05-2015 18:31
  
  Carl Froch never got to meet Joe Calzaghein a fight many thought would be a classic, but the Cobra did force the Welsh superstar onto the defensive today.A Twitter of war of words has erupted between the pair in the wake of James DeGale claiming the IBF crown against Andre Dirrell in Boston, USA.Calzaghe, regarded as one of the finest super-middleweights ever, tweeted to say DeGale would "whoop" Froch.That brought a barbed response from Froch who claimed Calzaghe "didn't fancy...
  
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• NatalieFahy published Milk Race 2015: In pictures

  24-05-2015 18:19
  
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• Police called to snake on the loose in Nottingham - Nottingham Post

  24-05-2015 18:15
  
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  Police called to snake on the loose in Nottingham
  Nottingham Post
  Police slithered into action over the weekend after a member of the public reported that a scaly creature was on the loose in one of the city's busiest roads. Officers received a call just before 11.25pm reporting seeing a large snake in Alfreton Road ...
  
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• TomNorton published Police called to snake on the loose in Nottingham

  24-05-2015 17:42
  
  Police slithered into action over the weekend after a member of the public reported that a scaly creature was on the loose in one of the city's busiest roads.Officers received a call just before 11.25pm reporting seeing a large snake in Alfreton Road close to junction of Player Street in Radford on Saturday evening.The force arrived on the scene within a few minutes to see the animal slipping around in the road on its own. Police cars were used to create a barrier around the snake to prevent it.
  
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• Teenage girls chop off hair for cancer charity - Nottingham Post

  24-05-2015 17:31
  
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  Teenage girls chop off hair for cancer charity
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  Long-haired friends Katie Long and Selin Hasan raised more than £800 when they had their Rapunzel-esque hair snipped for charity. The 13-year-olds, of Rise Park, had about 20 inches trimmed off the end of their treasured manes to help children with ...
  
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• Kenny Burns column: Jamie Ward has an edge Nottingham Forest badly need - Nottingham Post

  24-05-2015 17:31
  
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  Kenny Burns column: Jamie Ward has an edge Nottingham Forest badly need
  Nottingham Post
  Forget about the fact he played for their rivals, it's all about what he can bring to you on the pitch. Whenever I've seen him play, he's one of those players who buzzes around and is a real pest, somebody who never gives you a moment's peace. But it ...
  
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• MattDavies published Frustrated Luke Fletcher says he can do a first class job for...

  24-05-2015 17:31
  
  Luke Fletcher is determined to play for the team he loves in all formats after being sent on loan to Surrey.The seamer from Bulwell has not featured in the County Championship for Nottinghamshire this season and is currently on loan at Surrey in Division Two.Fletcher told the Post he understands why he was sent away from Trent Bridge, but is still frustrated not to have had a chance.That frustration was reflected in his excellent performance in the NatWest T20 Blast win against Birmingham Bears.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Kenny Burns column: Jamie Ward has an edge Nottingham Forest...

  24-05-2015 17:25
  
  The big news over the last week where Nottingham Forest are concerned is that Jamie Ward looks like he is going to join the club after leaving Derby.Forget about the fact he played for their rivals, it's all about what he can bring to you on the pitch.Whenever I've seen him play, he's one of those players who buzzes around and is a real pest, somebody who never gives you a moment's peace.But it will be interesting to know where he will play given that predominantly he likes the left-hand side,..
  
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• Milk Race 2015: Nottingham event delayed after cyclist taken to hospital - Nottingham Post

  24-05-2015 17:14
  
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  Milk Race 2015: Nottingham event delayed after cyclist taken to hospital
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  Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue responded to a call outside Nottingham Council House as spectators gathered to watch The Milk Race 2015. Comments (1). A cyclist had to be taken to hospital after a fall during the public's fun version of the Milk Race ...
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• JemmaPage published Teenage girls chop off hair for cancer charity

  24-05-2015 17:00
  
  Long-haired friends Katie Long and Selin Hasan raised more than £800 when they had their Rapunzel-esque hair snipped for charity.The 13-year-olds, of Rise Park, had about 20 inches trimmed off the end of their treasured manes to help children with cancer. The girls, who met almost 10 years ago, braved the hairdresser's scissors after hearing about the Little Princess Trust, which makes wigs for seriously-ill children who have lost their hair during chemotherapy. Katie said: "We...
  
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• Review: Nigel Kennedy, Royal Concert Hall - Nottingham Post

  24-05-2015 16:45
  
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  Review: Nigel Kennedy, Royal Concert Hall
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  You don't so much as go to a Nigel Kennedy concert as enter his world for the evening. Back performing one of only three dates, Kennedy was once again joined by the Philomusica Orchestra to perform an evening of mesmerising music at The Royal Concert ...
  
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• Review: Coal Chamber, SOiL, The Defiled, Dope, Rock City - Nottingham Post

  24-05-2015 16:45
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  Review: Coal Chamber, SOiL, The Defiled, Dope, Rock City
  Nottingham Post
  Nostalgia has become a tarnished term in music. Coal Chamber, on their first visit to Nottingham in 15 years, have worked hard to eschew the tag on their comeback, but add SOiL, American Head Charge (who'd subsequently drop out citing 'personal ...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Review: Nigel Kennedy, Royal Concert Hall

  24-05-2015 16:40
  
  You don't so much as go to a Nigel Kennedy concert as enter his world for the evening.Back performing one of only three dates, Kennedy was once again joined by the Philomusica Orchestra to perform an evening of mesmerising music at The Royal Concert Hall.
  From the programme we were promised a version of Anton Chehov's Three Sisters, but what we got was so much more.Bounding onto the stage, touching fists, clasping hands and doing a variety of low and high fives, you saw glimpses of the...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Review: Coal Chamber, SOiL, The Defiled, Dope, Rock City

  24-05-2015 16:33
  
  Nostalgia has become a tarnished term in music. Coal Chamber, on their first visit to Nottingham in 15 years, have worked hard to eschew the tag on their comeback, but add SOiL, American Head Charge (who'd subsequently drop out citing 'personal reasons' to be replaced by The Defiled) and Dope to the bill, there's no other word for it.
  It's popular with the people too, and by the time Dope kick off proceedings just 15 minutes after doors, the main hall is already bustling.It's half an hour...
  
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• Nottingham's Jamie Williams could be set for rematch with Usman Ahmed for ... - Nottingham Post

  24-05-2015 15:17
  
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  Nottingham's Jamie Williams could be set for rematch with Usman Ahmed for ...
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  Jamie Williams lands a powerful left hand punch on Usman Ahmed on his way to victory at the Britannia Hotel. Picture: Colin Messom. Comments (0). Jamie Williams could be set for a rematch with Usman Ahmed for the Midlands Area title, his promoter has ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Carl Greaves thrilled with 'Forest Fighting Boys' show

  24-05-2015 15:11
  
  Promoter Carl Greaves was thrilled with his 'Forest Fighting Boys' show which filled Nottingham's Britannia Hotel on Saturday night.Top of the bill was Jamie Williams, who retained his international masters flyweight title with a points win over Usman Ahmed.Dean Gillen, who was making his debut, Nathan Kirk and Terry Maughan made it four wins out of four for Greaves, who was delighted with how the night panned out."It was terrific entertainment," said the Newark-based...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham's Jamie Williams could be set for rematch with Usman...

  24-05-2015 15:05
  
  Jamie Williams could be set for a rematch with Usman Ahmed for the MidlandsArea title, his promoter hasrevealed.Williams edged out his Derby rival at the weekend in a thrilling showdown, which the Nottingham flyweight claimed with a 78-75 points win.It was the best performance of Williams' career so far as he defended his international masters belt on Carl Greaves' 'Forest Fighting Boys' show on Saturday night.The win moves Williams into the top five of the British flyweight rankings and...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Milk Race 2015: Nottingham event delayed after cyclist taken to...

  24-05-2015 14:01
  
  A cyclist had to be taken to hospital after a fall during the public's fun version of the Milk Race in Nottingham today.And there were also problems when Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue were called out to the sound of a fire alarm at Nottingham Council House.Earlier, the event's official Twitter feed, The Milk Race UK, said: "There has been a delay due to an incident on the course. As a result, a cyclist has been taken to hospital. Riding is now underway again."The Post has asked...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Milk Race 2015: Nottingham event delayed after cyclist taken to...

  24-05-2015 14:01
  
  A cyclist had to be taken to hospital after a fall during the public's fun version of the Milk Race in Nottingham today.And there were also problems when Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue were called out to the sound of a fire alarm at Nottingham Council House.Earlier, the event's official Twitter feed, The Milk Race UK, said: "There has been a delay due to an incident on the course. As a result, a cyclist has been taken to hospital. Riding is now underway again."The Post has asked...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Four arrested after street fight in Nottingham

  24-05-2015 13:36
  
  Four people have been arrested following a street fight in Raleigh Street, Nottingham.Police were called to the fracas at about 9pm on Saturday night, close to the junction with Alfreton Road.The Post understands minor injuries were suffered by at least one person. Damage was also caused to a fence.A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: "Police were called to a disturbance at 9.10pm and four arrests have been made."It is believed the dispute was between people who knew each...
  
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• Which wine goes best with barbecue? - Nottingham Post

  24-05-2015 12:15
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  Which wine goes best with barbecue?
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  The promised "three-month heatwave" may have sizzled out mere moments after its announcement, but as spring marches on into summer, barbecues are definitely on the horizon (whatever the weather). And although this means you'll want a wine rack with ...and more »
  
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• Nottingham Post published Amazon to pay corporation tax for UK sales in Britain

  24-05-2015 12:14
  
  Online retailer Amazon has started paying UK corporation tax in Britain, after it came under fire for avoiding tax.
  Earlier this month, Amazon changed how it pays corporation tax and established a London branch of its main retail company, which was previously based in the tax haven of Luxembourg.The changes will enable HM Revenue & Customs to claim taxes on sales Amazon makes in the UK.It will now make similar moves in other EU countries.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire shoppers warned of Lidl product recall

  24-05-2015 11:42
  
  NOTTINGHAMSHIRE shoppers are being warned that a food product has been recalled by supermarket chain Lidl.The Food Standards Agency said all batches of Lidl's Tortelloni with Spinach and Ricotta were being recalled because the product contains egg, milk and gluten - which are not declared on the product label in English.A spokesman for the agency said: "This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg and/ or milk and its constituents...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Eurovision 2015: Swedish singer Mans Zelmerlow wins close...

  24-05-2015 10:38
  
  Swedish singer Mans Zelmerlow has been victorious at this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna.The pre-competition favourite beat off stiff oppostion from Russia's Polina Gagarina.Zelmerlow won with his lively pop track Heroes, which was accompanied by innovative animated visuals.Italy finished third, followed by Belgium, in one of the closest competitions for several years.Australia finished fifth in the country's first Eurovision appearance.The UK's Electro Velvet finished 24th...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Eurovision 2015: Swedish singer Mans Zelmerlow wins close...

  24-05-2015 10:38
  
  Swedish singer Mans Zelmerlow has been victorious at this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna.The pre-competition favourite beat off stiff oppostion from Russia's Polina Gagarina.Zelmerlow won with his lively pop track Heroes, which was accompanied by innovative animated visuals.Italy finished third, followed by Belgium, in one of the closest competitions for several years.Australia finished fifth in the country's first Eurovision appearance.The UK's Electro Velvet finished 24th from 27...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Milk Race 2015: Several roads closed in Nottingham city centre

  24-05-2015 09:54
  
  A number of roads in Nottingham city centre will be closed today as The Milk Race 2015 takes centre stage.The closures have been in place since this morning and will remain so until 8pm this evening.They are as follows:* Market Sreet, from Upper Parliament Street to Long Row West.* Angel Row, from Long Row West to Chapel Bar.* Friar Lane, from Maid Marian Way to Spaniel Row.* Castle Gate, from Maid Marian Way to St Nicholas Street.* Lowere Pavement, from Castle Gate to Bridlesmith...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire weather: Showers to make way for the odd sunny...

  24-05-2015 09:16
  
  Morning showers will make way for a largely dry day across Nottinghamshire.Temperatures may reach 17 degrees in places during the odd sunny spell - although it will be mostly cloudy.There will be a light breeze of up to 11mph at times.
  
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• Nottingham Forest in talks to sign Matt Mills but face competition from Fulham - Daily Mail

  24-05-2015 00:48
  
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  Nottingham Forest in talks to sign Matt Mills but face competition from Fulham
  Daily Mail
  The 28-year-old centre-back is out of contract and underwent a medical on Saturday as former Bolton boss Dougie Freedman is keen to snap him ahead of interest from Fulham. Despite their transfer embargo, Forest are able to sign free agents and loans ...
  Report: Nottingham Forest in talks with Matt MillsSports Mole
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