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• TracyWalker published Sherwood MP undecided on how he would vote on assisted dying

  26-05-2015 21:59
  
  Sherwood MP Mark Spencer says he could not say how he would vote on a bill that would make euthanasia legal. The former Lord Chancellor, Notttinghamshire's Lord Falconer, has said he will reintroduce a bill that would legalise assisted dying.But Conservative politician Mr Spencer said: "It's one of those really difficult decisions that you always wrestle with your conscience over. I'm always cautious of the topic and wouldn't ever want to put someone in a position where they feel obliged to
  
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• Nottingham Forest top 50 players of all time: Number 40 to 36 - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 21:48
  
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  Nottingham Forest top 50 players of all time: Number 40 to 36
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  It is one of those ideas that brings on an almost instant headache or can spark a riot in the pub; it remains a challenge to find the right answer to a question where one simply does not exist. Or, at least, one where everyone will have a very ...and more »
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest top 50 players of all time: Number 40 to 36

  26-05-2015 21:20
  
  It is one of those ideas that brings on an almost instant headache or can spark a riot in the pub; it remains a challenge to find the right answer to a question where one simply does not exist.Or, at least, one where everyone will have a very different opinion about what the exact answer should be. But, as Nottingham Forest approach their 150th anniversary, it seemed an appropriate time to look at the 50 best players to have pulled on the Garibaldi red.From the FA Cup winners of 1898 and 1959...
  
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• TracyWalker published Call goes out to young 'Royals' of bygone Beeston Carnivals

  26-05-2015 20:40
  
  It is a great honour for any child – leading the parade at Beeston Carnival. Many youngsters have had the glory of being carnival prince or princess since the event was reinstated in 2006, having been popular around 50 years ago.Now a call has gone out for the young 'Royals' of yesteryear to get in touch with carnival organisers to attend the 10th anniversary event, which takes place in the centre of Beeston from 10.30am on Saturday, July 11.Youngsters who carried the Olympic torch at the.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Ricardo Moniz delighted to have Alan Smith and Roy Carroll at...

  26-05-2015 20:40
  
  Ricardo Moniz believes Alan Smith and Roy Carroll can be influential forNotts County next season both on and off the pitch.The Dutchman moved quickly to offer the former Manchester United pair new deals, with them both signing one-year contracts.Keeper Carroll was arguably the club's player of the season last term with a string of impressive performances, while Smith was a leader in the dressing room.And the Dutchman believes they can both be inspirational figures for the Magpies as they look...
  
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• Nottingham Panthers close to announcing 13th signing for next season - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 20:31
  
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  Nottingham Panthers close to announcing 13th signing for next season
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  Nottingham Panthers are close to announcing the 13th player on the roster for next season. Former NHL enforcer Theo Peckham has been heavily linked to the club and though they do not comment on conjecture, the ex-Edmonton Oilers defenceman has ...
  
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• Dougie Freedman hopes to complete signing of Matt Mills for Nottingham Forest ... - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 20:31
  
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  Dougie Freedman hopes to complete signing of Matt Mills for Nottingham Forest ...
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  Dougie Freedman hopes to secure Matt Mills' move to Nottingham Forest at a meeting on Monday. The defender was expected to put pen to paper on a two-year contract at the City Ground over the last 24 hours, but the move hit a late stumbling block.
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• Nottingham Post published Dougie Freedman hopes to complete signing of Matt Mills for...

  26-05-2015 20:25
  
  Dougie Freedman hopes to secure Matt Mills' move to Nottingham Forest at a meeting on Monday.The defender was expected to put pen to paper on a two-year contract at the City Ground over the last 24 hours, but the move hit a late stumbling block.Forest believed that the deal had been all but signed and sealed, after the 28-year-old completed a medical at the Nigel Doughty Academy and agreed a financial package – but Mills has not yet signed.Forest sources describe the issue as being no more
  
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• Nottingham Post published Strelley Fire: Body pulled from blaze in Moor Road

  26-05-2015 20:15
  
  A body has been taken from a flat in Strelley after the property caught fire earlier in the day. A spokeswoman from the fire service's control room had revealed one adult male had been taken to hospital from the scene on Tuesday afternoon.But the Post now understands another man in his late 40s died inside the flat. Fire crews were called to the property in Moor Road at 11.57am on Tuesday morning.One engine from Stockhill and two from Central Fire Station tackled the blaze, using two hose reel..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Panthers close to announcing 13th signing for next...

  26-05-2015 20:15
  
  Nottingham Panthers are close to announcing the 13th player on the roster for next season.Former NHL enforcer Theo Peckham has been heavily linked to the club and though they do not comment on conjecture, the ex-Edmonton Oilers defenceman has confirmed he has spoken with them.Another player with bags of NHL experience, Stanley Cup winning winger Kevin Westgarth, has been linked to Panthers having spent last season with Belfast Giants.Panthers have admitted the player will be 'a new face' but...
  
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• TracyWalker published Thousands flock to Colwick Park for a host of free fun

  26-05-2015 20:00
  
  A Nottinghamshire park became a hive of activity as hundreds of families enjoyed a host of free events.The fun was just a taste of what is to come this summer during the ParkLives programme, which has been described as "one of the most exciting initiatives to hit the city".Yesterday, more than 4,000 people descended on Colwick Country Park to enjoy a range of games, activities and pursuits during a launch event.Kids queued up, eager to have a go on the climbing wall, while archery...
  
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• sherdley published Shanay Walker murder trial: Grandmother remembers last time she...

  26-05-2015 20:00
  
  Jurors at the Shanay Walker murder trial have heard her grandmother went to the accused's home because she "knew something was wrong".But when Juanila Smikle arrived at the flat of daughter Kay-Ann Morris, she told her mum to go home.Smikle, giving evidence at Nottingham Crown Court on Tuesday, May 26, told how Morris called her before she visited her on July 31 last year.Shanay was found hours later dead in bed after Morris, who denies her murder and cruelty towards her and another...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham's Kyle Ryde stuns World Supersport Championship with...

  26-05-2015 20:00
  
  Nottingham's Kyle Ryde stunned the World Supersport Championship as he made a dream debut at Donington Park.Having been handed a wildcard to race in the series for the very first time, the 17-year-old from Jacksdale, who sits in second place in the British Supersport Championship, roared to a podium finish.Running as high as second place in the race, Ryde showed no fear on his big debut, battling with the big names on the world stage and fighting his way back into the top three with a handful of
  
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• Nottingham Forest fans react on Twitter to Derby sacking Steve McClaren - HITC

  26-05-2015 19:33
  
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  Nottingham Forest fans react on Twitter to Derby sacking Steve McClaren
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  Changes are afoot at Derby County after the club announced last night on their official website they had sacked manager Steve McClaren. The former England boss had placed the Rams in a strong position to earn automatic promotion at the turn of the year ...
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• Nottingham Post published Fire and police investigating flat blaze in Strelley

  26-05-2015 19:33
  
  Emrrgency services are investigating a fire that broke out in Strelley. Fire crews were called to a flat in Moor Road at 11.57am on Tuesday morning.One engine from Stockhill and two from Central Fire Station tackled the blaze, using two hose reel jets to extinguish the fire.Although the fire is now out, both Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service and Nottinghamshire Police are still on the scene carrying out an investigation. A spokesperson from the fire service's control room added:...
  
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• Barber Brik is building groom to grow in city - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 18:45
  
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  Barber Brik is building groom to grow in city
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  Seven years after opening its doors in Nottingham, men's barbers Brik Barbershop has taken a second shop in the city's Flying Horse Walk. Property consultants FHP acted as agents on deal that has seen a men's barbers acquire a new premises in the city ...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Barber Brik is building groom to grow in city

  26-05-2015 18:13
  
  Seven years after opening its doors in Nottingham, men's barbers Brik Barbershop has taken a second shop in the city's Flying Horse Walk.Property consultants FHP acted as agents on deal that has seen a men's barbers acquire a new premises in the city's Flying Horse Walk. Seven years after opening its doors in Nottingham, men's barbers Brik Barbershop has taken a second shop in the city.The business initially opened in Byard Lane in the winter of 2007 and has since featured in a 2013 music video.
  
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• E.ON helps students get ready for world of work - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 18:03
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  E.ON helps students get ready for world of work
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  Energy company E.ON is helping youngsters to be prepared for life after school by bringing elements of its customer service apprenticeship into the classroom. Sixth-form pupils from Bluecoat Academy, in Nottingham, have been the first to take part in ...
  
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• BenIreland published 25 per cent of vehicle thefts in Gedling from vans as tools...

  26-05-2015 17:59
  
  A quarter of all thefts from vehicles in the borough Gedling are from vans, according to local police.Tools and catalytic converters have been stolen in the spate, recorded in the area since the start of March.Businesses and van owners in Arnold, Carlton and Gedling village have been hit by the criminals and all offences were recorded overnight. Service engineer Gary Harwood, of Arnold, said having his tools taken was a "horrible" experience."The took my drill, spanners and...
  
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• RebeccaSD published Relax in the heart of the forest on spa breaks at Center Parcs

  26-05-2015 17:55
  
  Head to Aqua Sana spa in the heart of Sherwood Forest, and you'll be spoilt for choice. Set over two floors, it is centred around an outdoor heated pool, with 15 different steam, sauna and quiet rest areas to experience.There's also a Japanese Zen Garden to awaken your senses, an outdoor seating area and terrace to enjoy, and waterbeds and footbaths for the ultimate relaxation. Harriet Perrotton, account manager at Aqua Sana, said: "Our inviting and soothing atmosphere instantly helps you..
  
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• Notts internet provider buys Buckinghamshire firm - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 17:33
  
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  Notts internet provider buys Buckinghamshire firm
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  A Nottinghamshire business internet provider has acquired the telecoms interests of company based in Buckinghamshire. Newark-based Timico will be taking on immediate responsibility for the customers contracted to Coms Plc for their communications ...and more »
  
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• RebeccaSD published E.ON helps students get ready for world of work

  26-05-2015 17:31
  
  Energy company E.ON is helping youngsters to be prepared for life after school by bringing elements of its customer service apprenticeship into the classroom.Sixth-form pupils from Bluecoat Academy, in Nottingham, have been the first to take part in the firm's new Youth Pathway scheme, which gives them the opportunity to develop their employability skills while receiving practical advice from trained E.ON volunteers. After the lesson in personal branding, delivered by the volunteers, teachers...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Notts internet provider buys Buckinghamshire firm

  26-05-2015 17:18
  
  A Nottinghamshire business internet provider has acquired the telecoms interests of company based in Buckinghamshire.Newark-based Timico will be taking on immediate responsibility for the customers contracted to Coms Plc for their communications services. Tim Radford, Chief Executive Officer at Timico, said: "We are delighted to be welcoming Coms customers into the Timico family. "We are a well-funded, stable business already trusted to look after the communications needs of more than.
  
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• TracyWalker published Woman 'charged £33 for four-mile taxi journey'

  26-05-2015 17:12
  
  Licensing officers have launched an investigation into claims a taxi driver tried to charge £33 for a four-mile taxi ride - three times the standard fare. Gedling Borough Council is looking into allegations from passenger Caroline Coyle that a Gedling Hackney carriage cabbie tried to make her pay the excessive fare for a ride from the city centre to Arnold. Ms Coyle refused to pay and the driver took her to Arnold Police Station, followed by Oxclose Lane Police Station, in Bestwood,...
  
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• TracyWalker commented Woman 'charged £33 for four-mile taxi journey'

  26-05-2015 17:12
  
  Licensing officers have launched an investigation into claims a taxi driver tried to charge £33 for a four-mile taxi ride - three times the standard fare. Gedling Borough Council is looking into allegations from passenger Caroline Coyle that a Gedling Hackney carriage cabbie tried to make her pay the excessive fare for a ride from the city centre to Arnold. Ms Coyle refused to pay and the driver took her to Arnold Police Station, followed by Oxclose Lane Police Station, in Bestwood,...
  
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• Malakai McKenzie murder trial: Brother and cousins recall moments before ... - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 17:06
  
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  Malakai McKenzie murder trial: Brother and cousins recall moments before ...
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  Relatives of murdered teenager Malakai McKenzie have spoken about the moments leading up to his death. The 19-year-old's brother and two cousins told a jury at Nottingham Crown Court on Tuesday that Lo-andre Palmer pointed out the car in which they ...
  
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• DanRobinson published Malakai McKenzie murder trial: Brother and cousins recall moments...

  26-05-2015 16:57
  
  Relatives of murdered teenager Malakai McKenzie have spoken about the moments leading up to his death.The 19-year-old's brother and two cousins told a jury at Nottingham Crown Court on Tuesday that Lo-andre Palmer pointed out the car in which they were all sat moments before he was gunned down.Palmer, 21, of Harwill Crescent, Aspley, denies murdering Mr McKenzie and trying to kill the three others in a car park outside the Hubb, in Hucknall Road, Sherwood, after a 21st birthday party on April...
  
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• Wollaton woman to cycle 100k for charity - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 15:48
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  Wollaton woman to cycle 100k for charity
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  After seeing her friend lose her battle against ovarian cancer this year, Denise Gardner decided to rise to the challenge and cycle 100 kilometres for charity. Ms Gardner, of Wollaton, will be taking part in the Riding the Night charity ride from ...
  
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• JemmaPage published Wollaton woman to cycle 100k for charity

  26-05-2015 15:41
  
  After seeing her friend lose her battle against ovarian cancer this year, Denise Gardner decided to rise to the challenge and cycle 100 kilometres for charity.Ms Gardner, of Wollaton, will be taking part in the Riding the Night charity ride from Windsor Racecourse, through London and back again to raise money for Women V Cancer.The 50-year-old will be joined by thousands of other cyclists taking part in the event in the hope of raising awareness and funds for breast, cervical and ovarian...
  
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• JemmaPage published Hucknall theatre student raising money for 'dementia cafe'

  26-05-2015 15:11
  
  After seeing the impact dementia has on families, Hucknall student Luke Gascoigne wants to make a difference.The 31-year-old's grandmother Brenda Hufton, 82, was diagnosed with the disease seven months ago and both his grandads died as a result of the condition.The theatre arts student at New College Nottingham has now written four plays which he will showcase at Hucknall's John Godber Centre to raise money for the opening of a new "dementia café".Hucknall Rotarians became...
  
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• Nottingham student Jake Andrews dies in Malaysia - BBC News

  26-05-2015 15:02
  
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  Nottingham student Jake Andrews dies in Malaysia
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  A British student has died in Malaysia, the Foreign Office has confirmed. Jake Samuel Andrews, 21, drowned while snorkelling off the islands of Pulau Perhentian on Monday with a group of friends, according to local reports. The University of Nottingham ...
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• British student dies in Malaysia

  26-05-2015 14:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A British student has died in Malaysia, the Foreign Office has confirmed.
  
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• Bee swarm takes over garden fence in Long Eaton - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 14:48
  
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  Bee swarm takes over garden fence in Long Eaton
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  Hundreds of the insects are gathering on a garden fence on the corner of Cranmer Street and Olive Avenue in Long Eaton. Residents Helen Beighton tweeted the photo to the Post after spotting the swarm at about 10.30am Tuesday morning. She said: "I'm not ...
  
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• Notts Premier League round-up: Caythorpe stay top despite Farnsfield draw - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 14:41
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  Notts Premier League round-up: Caythorpe stay top despite Farnsfield draw
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  Leaders Caythorpe retained top spot in the Notts Premier League, despite being held to a draw at home to Farnsfield. The home side were three down inside the first five overs. Man of the moment Mat Dowman came and went with the score on 54 for four.and more »
  
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• Nottingham Post published Bee swarm takes over garden fence in Long Eaton

  26-05-2015 14:36
  
  Neighbours are buzzing this afternoon after spotting a swarm of bees on their street. Hundreds of the insects gathered on a garden fence on the corner of Cranmer Street and Olive Avenue in Long Eaton.Residents Helen Beighton tweeted the photo to the Post after spotting the swarm at about 10.30am Tuesday morning. She said: "I'm not sure if they were looking to build a new nest. "There have been quite a few bees spotted gathering on roadsides around the area recently."Have you had..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts Premier League round-up: Caythorpe stay top despite...

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• Property news: Estate agency sponsorship - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 14:17
  
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  Property news: Estate agency sponsorship
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  It's what a local business should strive for and being part of the community comes high on Lesley Greaves Estate and Letting Agent's agenda. With branches in Burton Joyce and Gedling, the estate agent's latest sponsorship venture has seen the firm ...
  
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• Nottingham in the 1980s in pictures - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 14:17
  
  Nottingham in the 1980s in pictures
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  The Post took a trip down memory lane and pulled out some cracking pictures of the city in the 1980s. Cloughie, Concord and County all feature in our nostalgic album. 0Share 0Share 0Tweet 0Share. Report this gallery. 1 of 30. 1984 bird's eye view of ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Property news: Estate agency sponsorship

  26-05-2015 14:05
  It's what a local business should strive for and being part of the community comes high on Lesley Greaves Estate and Letting Agent's agenda.With branches in Burton Joyce and Gedling, the estate agent's latest sponsorship venture has seen the firm supplying football kit for Burton Joyce Primary School's football team.The school now have new team kit all logo'ed up with the Lesley Greaves branding.Lesley said: "The team are doing so well that we wanted to show our support and just how proud..
  
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• BenIreland published Nottingham in the 1980s in pictures

  26-05-2015 13:58
  
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• JemmaPage published Cannabis farm discovered in Newark

  26-05-2015 13:05
  
  A cannabis farm was discovered by Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service in Newark.Crews from the service found the cannabis farm, and Nottinghamshire Police Specials also attended the house in Bowbridge Road on Monday.Two people have been arrested in connection with the discovery.More to follow.
  
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• Landmark water clock set to return

  26-05-2015 13:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A water-powered clock that was moved from Nottingham for restoration is set to return in June.
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest will head to Sweden for pre-season training...

  26-05-2015 12:56
  
  Nottingham Forest are set to head to Sweden for their pre-season preparations.The Reds will be based in Malmo for the duration of their stay and plan to fit in as many as three fixtures.Despite the timing of their visit – amid the season where Forest will mark their 150th anniversary – there are no plans for them to face Malmo, the side they famously defeated in the European Cup final of 1979.The Reds do have one fixture tentatively pencilled in, in neighbouring Denmark – but..
  
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• Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest will head to Sweden for pre-season training...

  26-05-2015 12:56
  
  Nottingham Forest are set to head to Sweden for their pre-season preparations.The Reds will be based in Malmo for the duration of their stay and plan to fit in as many as three fixtures.Despite the timing of their visit – amid the season where Forest will mark their 150th anniversary – there are no plans for them to face Malmo, the side they famously defeated in the European Cup final of 1979.The Reds do have one fixture tentatively pencilled in, in neighbouring Denmark – but..
  
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• Man arrested after serious sexual assault in Nottingham alleyway - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 12:47
  
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  Man arrested after serious sexual assault in Nottingham alleyway
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  A man has been arrested on suspicion of rape following a serious sexual assault in Mansfield Road, Nottingham. Nottinghamshire Police have launched an investigation after the attack happened in an alleyway between 9pm and 10pm on Friday night, close ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Man arrested after serious sexual assault in Nottingham alleyway

  26-05-2015 12:16
  A man has been arrested on suspicion of rape following a serious sexual assault in Mansfield Road, Nottingham.Nottinghamshire Police have launched an investigation after the attack happened in an alleyway between 9pm and 10pm on Friday night, close to the junction connecting Mansfield Road with Forest Road East.The 26-year-old man remains in police custody today.Detectives investigating the case are now appealing for information.Anyone who saw anything suspicious is asked to call Nottinghamshire
  
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• KarenzaM12 published Trent College's Joe Lands Prestigious National Youth Theatre...

  26-05-2015 12:00
  A Trent College student will follow in the footsteps of British acting stars such Benedict Cumberbatch and Colin Firth after winning a place in The National Youth Theatre of Great Britain. Year 12 Drama Scholar, Joe Goodhead, will take part in the Acting course as one of just 560 young people selected from over 4,100 that auditioned across the UK for NYT this year. Most recently Joe acted as MC for Trent College's National Theatre Connection's production of 'The Edelweiss Pirates' at the...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Why Ian's so 'appy that smartphones are helping firms

  26-05-2015 11:40
  
  Ian Naylor's route to becoming a technology entrepreneur isn't a typical one – he didn't even touch a computer until he was 16. But when the rest of the world was still sure that websites were the only way to promote a business, Ian's belief that apps were the future was the catalyst for his rapidly-growing business, AppInstitute. Gemma Toulson reports.Back in 2008, websites were seen as the primary online vehicle for businesses, but Ian Naylor was an early believer in the potential for...
  
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• Bestwood shooting: Still no arrests made - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 11:39
  
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  Bestwood shooting: Still no arrests made
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  Nottinghamshire Police has confirmed that forensic searches in the area will continue and that no arrests have been made. Comments (0). Police are continuing to investigate a shooting after searching a Bestwood home. Officers were called to the house ...and more »
  
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• University of Nottingham student drowns in Malaysia - Nottingham Post

  26-05-2015 11:34
  
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  University of Nottingham student drowns in Malaysia
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  A University of Nottingham student who died in Malaysia has been called a "genuine guy". Jake Samuel Andrews drowned while snorkelling, according to reports in the country. The 20-year-old died on a trip with six friends and other tourists at the Shark ...
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