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• TomNorton published Nottingham poker players go head-to-head for seat in Vegas

  31-05-2015 23:34
  Poker players are battling fiercely into the early hours of Monday morning for a seat in Las Vegas worth £750,000 this weekend.The sound of clicking chips ran through Alea Casino in Upper Parliament Street with a guaranteed £4,000 prize on top of the night's main prize for its victor.The Big One for the Little One took place on Sunday, which for the winner guarantees a place at the Little One for One Drop tournament in Vegas on June 30.In Nottingham, eager contestants continued to...
  
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• TomNorton published Britain's Got Talent: Jules O'Dwyer and Matisse win final

  31-05-2015 23:29
  
  DOG trainer Jules O'Dwyer and her pet pooch Matisse have won this year's Britain's Got Talent.It was a tense final with O'Dwyer up against Welsh choir Côr Glanaethwy and magician Jamie Raven. But the pair came top in the vote taking with them a cheque for £250,000 and a slot in this year's Royal Variety Performance. Jules said that she was speechless after the win and joked that she was going to have to buy a corgi. Jamie, who came second place, joked: "Technically, I was the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest could be in talks with two players in one day

  31-05-2015 23:15
  
  Nottingham Forest could formerly announce their first signing of the summer in the next 24 hours.And the City Ground could be busy with a few comings and goings tomorrow.The Post had already revealed boss Dougie Freedman is hoping to secure the signature of Bolton defender Matt Mills at a Monday meeting, while it is understood another player could be at the club for talks.The agent of Finland international goalkeeper Niki Mäenpää – a long-time target for Championship rivals.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Darren Sammy a happy man as he almost takes a first career...

  31-05-2015 22:15
  
  West Indies star Darren Sammy almost took a first career hat-trick on his Notts Outlaws debut as he played a key role in their win against Durham Jets.Notts won by 15 runs in the NatWest T20 Blast after Riki Wessels and Samit Patel put on 100 for the third wicket in a total of 175 for seven.Sammy then took two wickets in two balls to break a stand of 47 between Paul Collingwood and Calum MacLeod, putting Notts in a great position as Durham's best chance of winning was ended.Afterwards Sammy told
  
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• TomNorton published Police launch murder inquiry after death of man in St Ann's

  31-05-2015 21:41
  
  Officers are investigating the murder of a 43-year-old man in St Ann's earlier this afternoon. The incident happened in Hedderley Walk and a cordon remains in place. A police spokeswoman said:"Police have launched a murder inquiry after the death of a 43-year-old man in St Ann's this afternoon. "The incident took place in Hedderley Walk at around 4.13pm."Detectives would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information by calling 101 quoting incident...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Highfields hosts best touch rugby players in the country as part...

  31-05-2015 21:00
  
  Nottingham Touch Club hosted the first round of this season's National Series at Highfields on Saturday with a total of 28 rugby teams and over 400 adult players.The event at Nottingham University saw England touch players battle it out against each other, as opposed to playing together side by side, for the first time since their return from the Touch World Cup held in Australia earlier this month.The day saw some outstanding play and tries by husband and wife England Touch players Sadi and Ben
  
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• Nottingham Post published Breaking News: Police investigating reports of serious assault in...

  31-05-2015 20:33
  
  Police are investigating a "serious assault" in St Ann's thought to have taken place on Sunday afternoon.A cordon is in place in the area around Hedderley Walk in St Ann's after a report that someone had been assaulted in the street.Numerous police cars have been gathering at the scene. No details about the nature of the incident have yet been released.
  
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• Nottingham Forest defender Louis Laing admits he'd like to stay at Motherwell ... - HITC

  31-05-2015 20:26
  
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  Nottingham Forest defender Louis Laing admits he'd like to stay at Motherwell ...
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  “I'm not sure what's happening next season. As far as I know, I am a free agent. I have really loved it here. Would I like to stay? Yes, probably, but you never know what's going to happen. “Motherwell is a great club. It has a great fan base, the ...and more »
  
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• Nottingham Post published If you're too slow, you're out... Well-drilled Aegon Open...

  31-05-2015 20:00
  
  It all started with a plastic cone. A race to the line, a cone on the head and a statue-like pose to be precise.There's no room for slacking, no allowance for dawdling or fidgeting. Slow coaches need not apply.Welcome to the world ofball boys and girls.Only the best have made it this far; 200 applicants whittled down to just 90 ahead of this month's Aegon Open Nottingham.If the players think they have had it tough to earn a place in the tournament, it is small change compared to the X-Factor...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Ball crew 'dream team' will be picked for finals of Aegon Open...

  31-05-2015 19:45
  
  Not only is there intense competition among the players to reach the finals of the Aegon Open Nottingham, it is the same for the ball boys and girls.Ninety youngsters have been picked to man the courts during the tournament, but only a limited few can take part in the men's and women's finals.As with the initial process to earn a place in the crew, selection will be based on ability. Likewise, for bagging a place on Centre Court each day."It will probably be based on who was strongest the..
  
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• BenIreland published Vintage vehicles on show at Nottingham Motor Show at Wollaton...

  31-05-2015 19:34
  
  Only eight 1954 Austin Healey 100 Le Mans were ever built with right hand drive.Paul Reece, of Upper Broughton, has one. Granted, he has spent the last four years renovating the car he bought from a lock up in Solihull, including changing the side of the steering wheel.But his hard work has created a very rare vehicle, infamous for its 1955 crash with a Mercedes at the French 24-hour race, which ended up with 84 people killed.His classic car was behind closed doors for 40 years before he brought
  
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• MattDavies published Riki Wessels and Samit Patel lay foundation for Notts Outlaws in...

  31-05-2015 19:29
  
  Notts Outlaws enjoyed their second dominant win in three NatWest T20 Blast games at Trent Bridge as they beat Durham Jets by 15 runs.The hosts smashed ten sixes on their way to 175 for seven as they recovered from 18 for two, largely thanks to a partnership of exactly 100 from 71 balls between Riki Wessels and Samit Patel.Wessels top scored with 67 from 41 balls, including half of the team's maximums. Patel couldn't find the middle of the bat initially, but he hit 46 from 39 balls.Debutant...
  
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• BenIreland published Runaway ferret that tried to catch the bus returned to Bulwell...

  31-05-2015 19:05
  
  A runway ferret that scampered two miles across Nottingham was eventually returned to his worried owner after trying to board the number 77 bus. Three-year-old brown and white polecat Loki was spotted by two bus drivers who were switching services in Strelley, after making his way there from his owners' house in Bulwell. Amused passengers were unsure whether he was waiting to get on or had just hopped off when drivers Mitch Tuffield and Alex Underwood chased Loki around Flamsteed...
  
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• BenIreland commented Runaway ferret that tried to catch the bus returned to Bulwell...

  31-05-2015 19:05
  
  A runway ferret that scampered two miles across Nottingham was eventually returned to his worried owner after trying to board the number 77 bus. Three-year-old brown and white polecat Loki was spotted by two bus drivers who were switching services in Strelley, after making his way there from his owners' house in Bulwell. Amused passengers were unsure whether he was waiting to get on or had just hopped off when drivers Mitch Tuffield and Alex Underwood chased Loki around Flamsteed...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Bronze for city alumni and fifth spot for Stott at canoe...

  31-05-2015 18:30
  
  On the final day of the Canoe Slalom European Championships in Germany, Great Britain's David Florence and Richard Hounslow won bronze in the canoe double (C2).Leading the field after the semi-final, the pair – both former university students in the city – demonstrated for the second time in the final that they were the fastest boat on the difficult course.However, a touch cost them two seconds and with it the gold medal spot. Taking bronze equalled their best European Championship..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Bronze for city alumni and fifth spot for Stott

  31-05-2015 18:30
  
  On the final day of the Canoe Slalom European Championships in Germany, Great Britain's David Florence and Richard Hounslow won bronze in the canoe double (C2).Leading the field after the semi-final, the pair – both former university students in the city – demonstrated for the second time in the final that they were the fastest boat on the difficult course.However, a touch cost them two seconds and with it the gold medal spot. Taking bronze equalled their best European Championship..
  
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• GB men win wheelchair tennis World Cup

  31-05-2015 18:23 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Straight sets wins for Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid give Great Britain's men their first World Team Cup title.
  
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• Double chance at Nottingham - Sportinglife.com

  31-05-2015 18:09
  
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  Ashley Iveson has a tip for every UK and Irish race taking place on Sunday, including Double Up at Nottingham. Sky Bet. Nottingham. Click here to bet. Roger Varian: Trains Double Up. Related Content. Free £50 matched bet · Racecards and form · Latest ...and more »
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts Premier League cricket round-up: Caythorpe maintain lead at...

  31-05-2015 17:00
  
  Caythorpe remain four points clear at the top of the Notts Premier League after a comfortable five-wicket win away to Clifton Village.After winning the toss, visiting skipper James Hemmings bowled. At 37 for four, the hosts were in trouble but Aiden Morris joined Richard Harris added 48 before Morris was run out after the bowler got a hand to a shot driven back at him.Harris top scored with 42 as Mat Dowman (three for 36) and Hemmings (four for 35) mopped up the remaining wickets, Clifton all...
  
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• TomNorton published Three people rushed to hospital after crash in Underwood

  31-05-2015 16:54
  Firefighters rescued two people who had become trapped following a crash earlier this afternoon.The incident took place at about 1.30pm on Sunday, May 31 in Willey Lane, Underwood. Emergenecy services received a call at 1.34pm and sent out two fire crews from Ashfield and Stockhill fire station as well as a specialist rescue unit from Highfields. A man and a woman had become trapped following the collision and were pulled out by the fire service and taken to hospital. Another man was released...
  
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• DanRussell published Hundreds attend Ilkeston Food and Drink Fair with Masterchef...

  31-05-2015 16:25
  
  From Japanese street food to giant chocolate muffins and authentic curries, Ilkeston Food and Drink Fair had it all.The second annual show was attended by hundreds of foodies looking to try something new. It was held yesterday 31/5 at The Stute in Hallam Fields Road and was opened by Masterchef finalist Pete Hewitt.The Clifton cook, who was stirring up a storm with his Japanese-style fried chicken and sliders, said: "I am making simple things that some people may have never had and they are
  
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• DanRussell published In pictures: Ilkeston Food and Drink Fair

  31-05-2015 16:14
  
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• Nottingham Post published Tim Sherwood says Aston Villa players including Jack Grealish did...

  31-05-2015 15:32
  
  Tim Sherwood denied Aston Villa's players – including Jack Grealish – were overawed by the occasion as they were thrashed in the FA Cup final by Arsenal.The Gunners won 4-0 at Wembley as Villa failed to have a shot on target.Former Notts County loanee Grealish was tipped to be Villa's creative spark, but he was anonymous for 70 minutes before finishing well when the result was beyond doubt.Sherwood said his team were simply outplayed, rather than froze on the big stage."I don't.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire v Sussex: Match preview: Newell to consider...

  31-05-2015 15:24
  
  Mick Newell says he must retain faith in his players as they look for a first County Championship win of the season against Sussex.
  Notts are second bottom of Division One a with a hectic run of matches underway, the director of cricket says it is essential to pick the right side for tomorrow's first day at Trent Bridge, particularly when it comes to bowling.
  "You've got to back the players as a coach, keep believing in them. We'll have a good look at the team," he said.
  "We've got seven days of
  
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• Nottingham Post published Terminator Genisys: Nottingham companies making official ​Arnold...

  31-05-2015 14:49
  
  Arnold Schwarzenegger is about to return to one of his most iconic roles with the release of the new Terminator Genisys film.And two Nottingham companies have been tasked with creating one inch sized models of his famous cyborg along with the other well-know characters from the franchise for a new tabletop game.After Wollaton game design company River Horse won the license from Paramount Pictures and movie studio Skydance to make the miniature game, managing director Alassioi Cavatore teamed up.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Kenny Burns column: Djamel Abdoun does not deserve a second...

  31-05-2015 13:20
  
  People often say everyone deserves a second chance, but in the case of Djamel Abdoun I say why does he?He has told the Post he's coming back next season after his loan in Belgium with Lokeren and he's going to fight for his place with Nottingham Forest.I say he should have fought for his place the first time around when he joined from Olympiakos in 2013.He's paid a good wage, a very good wage by the sound of it, and he should be putting in 100 per cent every time he pulls on that red shirt.It...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Kenny Burns column: Djamel Abdoun does not deserve a second...

  31-05-2015 13:20
  
  People often say everyone deserves a second chance, but in the case of Djamel Abdoun I say why does he?He has told the Post he's coming back next season after his loan in Belgium with Lokeren and he's going to fight for his place with Nottingham Forest.I say he should have fought for his place the first time around when he joined from Olympiakos in 2013.He's paid a good wage, a very good wage by the sound of it, and he should be putting in 100 per cent every time he pulls on that red shirt.It...
  
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• BenIreland published What time is the Britain's Got Talent final on tonight?

  31-05-2015 11:49
  
  Magicians, father and son singers and talking dogs are all set to perform for audiences at tonight's Britain's Got Talent final.The showpiece final starts at 7.30pm on ITV and is expected to draw in huge audiences.Last year's final had 10.7 million viewers, but that was 400,000 down on 2013.And although Nottingham's Kanneh-Mason family were eliminated in the semi-final, local watchers of the show are still excited for the finale.Here is the full list of acts:Cor Glanaethwy (choir)Entity Allstars
  
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• Abbie Durrant racing - West Bridgford Wire

  31-05-2015 11:34
  
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  In the mens kayak category, Nicky Cresser and Ricky Millar took first and third places in the sprint event respectively and combined forces with Mike Rees Clarke to take the victory in the team sprint. In Sunday's classic race, Nicky put in another ...
  
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• BenIreland published Ancient archery book featuring Robin Hood up for auction

  31-05-2015 11:24
  
  An ancient book about Robin Hood, and other celebrated archers, is up for sale in Suffolk.Anecdotes of Archery, written by E. Hargrove will go under the auctioneers' hammer at Bishop and Miller of Stowmarket on Thursday, July 4.It was written in 1792 and features chapters on "the present state of archery" and "curious particulars in the life of Robert Fitz-Ooth," the Earl of Huntington.The introduction to the book says the earl was "vulgarly" known as Robin Hood at.
  
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• BenIreland published Roundup weed killer banned in The Park Estate

  31-05-2015 10:47
  
  Roundup weed killer has been banned from use in gardens in The Park Estate after residents raised fears that it causes cancer.The World Health Organisation has warned that the weed killer "probably" causes cancer, which the production firm Monsanto vehemently disputes.Andrew Timms, chairman of the Nottingham Park Estate Ltd, has emailed residents to inform them of the decision.He said: "Given the question mark over the product, our general desire is to discontinue its use."He
  
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• BenIreland commented Roundup weed killer banned in The Park Estate

  31-05-2015 10:47
  
  Roundup weed killer has been banned from use in gardens in The Park Estate after residents raised fears that it causes cancer.The World Health Organisation has warned that the weed killer "probably" causes cancer, which the production firm Monsanto vehemently disputes.Andrew Timms, chairman of the Nottingham Park Estate Ltd, has emailed residents to inform them of the decision.He said: "Given the question mark over the product, our general desire is to discontinue its use."He
  
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• Can you help police trace iPad thief? - Nottingham Post

  31-05-2015 10:42
  
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  Can you help police trace iPad thief?
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  Police have released a CCTV image of a man wanted for pinching a bus passenger's iPad. The traveller was on the way to Ruddington from the Broadmarsh Centre on April 22 when the tablet was taken from their bag. The force is now asking members of the ...
  
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• BenIreland published Can you help police trace iPad thief?

  31-05-2015 10:22
  
  Police have released a CCTV image of a man wanted for pinching a bus passenger's iPad.The traveller was on the way to Ruddington from the Broadmarsh Centre on April 22 when the tablet was taken from their bag.The force is now asking members of the public to identify the man.He is described as white with short dark hair and facial hair. He was wearing a blazer-style jacket with jeans and carrying a large black portfolio-style bag and a smaller black bag.If you think you can help you can call...
  
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• BenIreland commented Can you help police trace iPad thief?

  31-05-2015 10:22
  
  Police have released a CCTV image of a man wanted for pinching a bus passenger's iPad.The traveller was on the way to Ruddington from the Broadmarsh Centre on April 22 when the tablet was taken from their bag.The force is now asking members of the public to identify the man.He is described as white with short dark hair and facial hair. He was wearing a blazer-style jacket with jeans and carrying a large black portfolio-style bag and a smaller black bag.If you think you can help you can call...
  
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• Nottingham Post published New pavilion and girls' facilities as Calverton Cricket Club bags...

  31-05-2015 09:47
  
  An amateur Nottinghamshire cricket club is celebrating after bagging £5,000 to improve their female facilities.Calverton Cricket Club was granted the money through a community grants programme by the Coalfields Regeneration Trust.The trust is the only organisation dedicated to supporting the Coalfields communities and the money is being put towards female shower and changing rooms as well as improving inside the cricket pavilion.Head of Operations for the Coalfields Regeneration Trust...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented New pavilion and girls' facilities as Calverton Cricket Club bags...

  31-05-2015 09:47
  
  An amateur Nottinghamshire cricket club is celebrating after bagging £5,000 to improve their female facilities.Calverton Cricket Club was granted the money through a community grants programme by the Coalfields Regeneration Trust.The trust is the only organisation dedicated to supporting the Coalfields communities and the money is being put towards female shower and changing rooms as well as improving inside the cricket pavilion.Head of Operations for the Coalfields Regeneration Trust...
  
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• Nottingham weather: Gloomy start to cloudy day on Sunday, May 31 - Nottingham Post

  31-05-2015 09:31
  
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  Nottingham weather: Gloomy start to cloudy day on Sunday, May 31
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  Sun could poke out of the clouds later in the day following a gloomy start to Sunday, May 31. Early risers in Nottinghamshire saw a dark and dreary start to the day, with light showers and cloud. But it won't dampen the spirits of car enthusiasts at ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Arson-hit Long Eaton charity shop to re-open months after blaze

  31-05-2015 09:30
  
  A charity shop that was destroyed in an arson attack has risen from the ashes to re-open.The Long Eaton PDSA charity was torched by burglars, who police believe broke into the shop to steal a safe, back in February.The force continues to investigate who is responsible for the fire and break-in, which also saw hundreds of donations reduced to ash and PDSA staff and volunteers left heartbroken.The blaze came just five months after the shop, in Market Place, had undergone a major refurbishment...
  
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• BenIreland published Bus diversions due to city centre tram works

  31-05-2015 09:17
  
  Bus routes will be diverted as remedial works are carried out on the Nottingham Tram.The changes to the schedules will affect services all day on Sunday, May 31.Engineers are working on the tram line by Arkwright Street, near Nottingham train station, affecting Nottingham City Transport routes.The changes are as follows:Navy 1, 2, 3 and Green 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 towards Trent Bridge will depart the Train Station stops as normal then divert via Queen's Road and London Road to resume normal route...
  
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• BenIreland commented Bus diversions due to city centre tram works

  31-05-2015 09:17
  
  Bus routes will be diverted as remedial works are carried out on the Nottingham Tram.The changes to the schedules will affect services all day on Sunday, May 31.Engineers are working on the tram line by Arkwright Street, near Nottingham train station, affecting Nottingham City Transport routes.The changes are as follows:Navy 1, 2, 3 and Green 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 towards Trent Bridge will depart the Train Station stops as normal then divert via Queen's Road and London Road to resume normal route...
  
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• BenIreland published Nottingham weather: Gloomy start to cloudy day on Sunday, May 31

  31-05-2015 09:06
  
  Sun could poke out of the clouds later in the day following a gloomy start to Sunday, May 31.Early risers in Nottinghamshire saw a dark and dreary start to the day, with light showers and cloud.But it won't dampen the spirits of car enthusiasts at the Post's motorshow at Wollaton Park.It is expected to remain overcast throughout most of the day, according to the Met Office, with the clearest spells expected around 7pm.Temperatures could reach as high as 13C, but winds of up to 18mph will keep it
  
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• West Bridgford fashion designer launches colourful hands free accessories - Nottingham Post

  31-05-2015 08:18
  
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  West Bridgford fashion designer launches colourful hands free accessories
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  Reinventing the outdated bum bag and launching her own collection of colourful hands-free accessories is designer Lisa Robertson. Lucy Budge talks to the West Bridgford creative about the Lisa Lemon brand ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham property: Help for first time buyers

  31-05-2015 08:00
  As the property market continues to improve and we all get used to its relative stability, the plight of the first time buyer has to be our next concern.Prices may not be as affordable as some would hope but there is help available.The new first time buyer ISA means there is help to save for that all important deposit – for every £200 saved for a first house, the Government will top up with £50 more up to a maximum bonus of £3,000.The scheme is available to those aged 16.
  
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• LucyBudge published West Bridgford fashion designer launches colourful hands free...

  31-05-2015 08:00
  Reinventing the outdated bum bag and launching her own collection of colourful hands-free accessories is designer Lisa Robertson. Lucy Budge talks to the West Bridgford creative about the Lisa Lemon brandWhether it's wading through the mud at a festival this summer or sightseeing through the streets of a capital city, there's a new smart and fashionable way to keep your belongings safe.Designer Lisa Robertson, of West Bridgford, is launching a collection of colourful bags that are worn around...
  
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