• Nottingham Post published Aegon Open tennis round-up: Belgian moves into quarter-finals...

    Food poisoning could not stop Belgian Yanina Wickmayer in her tracks, and now she is out to ensure the same applies to her next opponent.The 25-year-old battled both illness and heat today as she saw off Bojana Jovanovski in straight sets, 6-0 6-4, at the Aegon Open Nottingham.But she hopes to have recovered significantly when she takes to Centre Court tomorrow afternoon, facing number five seed Alison Riske in the quarter-finals."I had some bad sushi two days ago, which didn't really help.
  • Nottingham Post published LTA president hails Nottingham Tennis Centre as 'one of the best'...

    Nottingham Post published LTA president hails Nottingham Tennis Centre as 'one of the best'...
    Lawn Tennis Association president Cathie Sabin has hailed the Nottingham Tennis Centre as 'one of the best' in the country.And she believes this week's Aegon Open is showing it in its best light."I think this is the tenth visit this year," said Sabin."The wonderful thing about Nottingham is it embraces everybody."I come up here for the special needs tournaments - which are the happiest days – and the wheelchair events, where we get the world class players. People with..
  • Nottingham Post published Sarah Clapson Aegon Open tennis column: Fans are proving a big...

    It's not quite been a face-paint and flags kind of tournament, but still do not underestimate the difference crowd support makes.Particularly for the British players.All the competitors have received a warm reception at this week's Aegon Open Nottingham, with a loud round of applause as they are introduced and acknowledgement from the stands whenever a great shot is played – and there have been plenty of them.The public undoubtedly appreciate the standard of tennis on offer. When Agnieszka
  • Nottingham Post published Former British star and TV pundit tips Radwanska for Aegon Open...

    Nottingham Post published Former British star and TV pundit tips Radwanska for Aegon Open...
    Former British No.1 Annabel Croft has tipped Agnieszka Radwanska to win the Aegon Open Nottingham.Radwanska has breezed through her first two matches to set up a quarter-final tie with American Lauren Davis tomorrow.And Croft, who is covering the tournament with Eurosport, has been particularly impressed by the top seed."I can only imagine her level is going to keep going up as the tournament goes on," she said, after watching Radwanska topple Christina McHale yesterday. "I was...
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  • Nottingham Post published Party is over for Notts County's Hungarian hero Balint Bajner

    Nottingham Post published Party is over for Notts County's Hungarian hero Balint Bajner
    Notts County's cult hero Balint Bajner is attracting interest from a string of League One clubs and is set to leave Meadow Lane.The Hungarian was one of three players the club said they were "negotiating" new deals with in the aftermath of relegation to League Two in May.But the player's agent Gary Williams has told the Post, the striker has not been offered any terms and is "now looking elsewhere".Bajner, 24, had arrived in a blaze of publicity during the January window with
  • Nottingham Forest target Roma's Polish international keeper Lukasz Skorupski - Nottingham Post

    Nottingham Forest target Roma's Polish international keeper Lukasz Skorupski - Nottingham Post
    Nottingham Post
    Nottingham Forest target Roma's Polish international keeper Lukasz Skorupski
    Nottingham Post
    Dougie Freedman has set his sights on the Polish international, who is highly rated in Italy but has found first team chances hard to come by in Serie A. The 24-year-old signed a four year contract when he joined Roma in 2013, from Polish club Gornik ...
  • Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest target Roma's Polish international keeper...

    Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest target Roma's Polish international keeper...
    Roma goalkeeper Lukasz Skorupski is a loan target for Nottingham Forest.Dougie Freedman has set his sights on the Polish international, who is highly rated in Italy but has found first team chances hard to come by in Serie A.The 24-year-old signed a four year contract when he joined Roma in 2013, from Polish club Gornik Zabrze.But he has only made five league starts for the club since, although he did play in a 1-1 draw with Manchester City in the Champions League in 2014 and has made more...
  • BenIreland published Syrian-born Nottingham teen missing for nearly two weeks

    BenIreland published Syrian-born Nottingham teen missing for nearly two weeks
    Police are asking for the public's help in tracing a Syrian-born 17-year-old who was living in Nottingham.Ahmed Azzam is aged "around 17" according to Nottinghamshire Police and had been living in Hyson Green.He has not been seen since May 30.Ahmed is described as white, around 5ft 8ins tall and of stocky build with black hair and brown eyes. He has a distinctive left arm which has a noticeable bend in it – a consequence of a broken arm which did not heal properly.If you have...
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  • BenIreland published Coffee, milkshakes or beads to be sold from Nottingham phone box?

    BenIreland published Coffee, milkshakes or beads to be sold from Nottingham phone box?
    Coffee, beads, flowers or milkshakes could be sold from a Nottingham phone box after floods of ideas were put forward to give the "iconic" booth a future.The box, outside Jamie's Italian in Low Pavement, was put on the rental market in January in the hope of attracting entrepreneurs.And although no formal bid is on the table, the Red Kiosk Company – a national retail chain that has 500 traditional red phone boxes on its books – has raised curiosity in Nottingham."We...
  • BenIreland commented Coffee, milkshakes or beads to be sold from Nottingham phone box?

    BenIreland commented Coffee, milkshakes or beads to be sold from Nottingham phone box?
    Coffee, beads, flowers or milkshakes could be sold from a Nottingham phone box after floods of ideas were put forward to give the "iconic" booth a future.The box, outside Jamie's Italian in Low Pavement, was put on the rental market in January in the hope of attracting entrepreneurs.And although no formal bid is on the table, the Red Kiosk Company – a national retail chain that has 500 traditional red phone boxes on its books – has raised curiosity in Nottingham."We...
  • Robber batters pensioner for £12

    Robber batters pensioner for £12
    A robber who left a 77-year-old woman battered and bruised on her own driveway to steal just £12 is the "lowest of the low", police say.
  • PMBlackburn published Mum nearly died during childbirth - after losing SEVEN pints of...

    PMBlackburn published Mum nearly died during childbirth - after losing SEVEN pints of...
    A young mum who nearly died when she had a massive haemorrhage giving birth to her twins – losing SEVEN pints of blood – has thanked the Nottingham donors who saved her life.Doctors still have no idea what caused Gemma Polmear's "mysterious and severe" bleed during a caesarean – with the incident leaving her in theatre and separated from her babies and partner for seven hours.The 31-year-old gave birth to identical twins Holly and Mia and one of the babies had to be..
  • PMBlackburn commented Mum nearly died during childbirth - after losing SEVEN pints of...

    PMBlackburn commented Mum nearly died during childbirth - after losing SEVEN pints of...
    A young mum who nearly died when she had a massive haemorrhage giving birth to her twins – losing SEVEN pints of blood – has thanked the Nottingham donors who saved her life.Doctors still have no idea what caused Gemma Polmear's "mysterious and severe" bleed during a caesarean – with the incident leaving her in theatre and separated from her babies and partner for seven hours.The 31-year-old gave birth to identical twins Holly and Mia and one of the babies had to be..
  • Nottingham Post published Hundreds of Nottingham children take part in Wollaton Park fun...

    Nottingham Post published Hundreds of Nottingham children take part in Wollaton Park fun...
    IT may have been in searing heat, but 700 children from primary schools across Nottingham gave the thumbs up when taking part in a one-mile fun run for anti-obesity awareness in Wollaton Park.The fitness-fanatic youngsters packed the grounds at Wollaton Park this afternoon and released a huge cheer when the race started.The event, organised by GO Run For Fun, is part of the legacy left by London Olympics 2012 and encourages primary school children to get fit.The popular event came to...
  • sherdley published Clifford Collinge murder trial: Pal tells court 'I did not kill...

    sherdley published Clifford Collinge murder trial: Pal tells court 'I did not kill...
    A friend of Clifford Collinge said he "did not kill Cliff" and he had "lost a good friend", as he spoke at the trial of three people accused of the murder.Stephen "Stan" Boardman was assaulted the night Mr Collinge was fatally attacked, a jury at Nottingham Crown Court has heard.Mr Boardman said on Thursday, June 11, he remembered someone shouting, hitting the floor and waking up with his dog licking his face.Prosecutor Peter Joyce asked Mr Boardman in his evidence.
  • Nottingham Post published Five players who could feel like new signings for Nottingham...

    Nottingham Post published Five players who could feel like new signings for Nottingham...
    With a transfer embargo hanging over their heads, there will be no big money new additions for Nottingham Forest this summer.Instead, Dougie Freedman must operate on a diet of free transfers and loan signings. That does not mean quality additions cannot be unearthed, with Matt Mills and Jamie Ward already secured and more additions to come.But, of Forest fans are looking for a source of optimism in the meantime, then they should perhaps consider this single question: How many of the current...
  • Nottingham Post commented Five players who could feel like new signings for Nottingham...

    Nottingham Post commented Five players who could feel like new signings for Nottingham...
    With a transfer embargo hanging over their heads, there will be no big money new additions for Nottingham Forest this summer.Instead, Dougie Freedman must operate on a diet of free transfers and loan signings. That does not mean quality additions cannot be unearthed, with Matt Mills and Jamie Ward already secured and more additions to come.But, of Forest fans are looking for a source of optimism in the meantime, then they should perhaps consider this single question: How many of the current...
  • JonPritchard published Historic painting could return home to Newstead Abbey

    JonPritchard published Historic painting could return home to Newstead Abbey
    After almost 200 years away from the county, an historic painting could be returned to its Nottinghamshire home.The portrait of 'Little' Sir John Byron, who was the son of Sir John Byron of Colwick and the second Lord of Newstead Abbey, was previously thought to be lost or stolen.But it has surfaced in a private collection and Newstead Abbey, along with Nottingham City Council, are now bidding for grants to bring it back home.The painting, dated 1599, will be the oldest piece on display at the..
  • Nottingham Post published T20 Blast preview: Notts Outlaws looking to clinch a double...

    Nottingham Post published T20 Blast preview: Notts Outlaws looking to clinch a double...
    Notts Outlaws travel to the second city tomorrow night to face Birmingham Bears in the NatWest T20 Blast competition.The Edgbaston clash comes five weeks after the Outlaws began their campaign with a ruthless eight-wicket victory over the Bears at Trent Bridge.Alex Hales led the charge to the finishing line on that occasion, blasting his way to 86 not out.It wasan innings that at one point saw him hit six consecutive sixes.But the Outlaws will have to do without talismanic batsman Hales, who...
  • Nottingham Post published 30 days wild: read your favourite nature book outdoors

    Nottingham Post published 30 days wild: read your favourite nature book outdoors
    Hugo Harvey, six, of Toton, reads to his 11-month-old brother Hector Harvey outside as part of the Wildlife Trust's 30 Days Wild campaign, which aims to put the public in touch with nature.Ideas for people to get involved range from exploring a meadow to getting involved in volunteering. Read the Nottingham Post every day this month for more 30 Days Wild news. Go to wildlifetrusts.org/30dayswild for information.
  • Football brothers' medals auctioned

    Football brothers' medals auctioned
    Medals won in the early 1900s by two brothers who played for Notts County and Nottingham Forest are auctioned.
  • Nottingham Post published Notts Premier League T20 cricket competition gets going

    Nottingham Post published Notts Premier League T20 cricket competition gets going
    The first rounds of the Notts Premier League T20 competition take place on Sunday.The 12 clubs will be in action at three venues, Attenborough, Caythorpe and Welbeck.Fixtures get underway at 10.45am at each of the grounds, with the second games at 2pm.The winners of these matches will face of at around 5.15pm.Attenborough will have Farnsfield versus Plumtree, followed by Clifton Village against the hosts.At Caythorpe it is Radcliffe-on-Trent against the home side, before Ordsall Bridon take on..
  • TomNorton published Mapperley GP practice first in Nottingham to be put under special...

    TomNorton published Mapperley GP practice first in Nottingham to be put under special...
    Inspectors have put a GP practice into special measures – the first to have received the assessment in Nottingham – dubbing it "inadequate" and claiming its patients were "at risk of harm".Mapperley Park Medical Centre, in Mapperley Road, was criticised by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) over a litany of concerns. In three out of six categories inspected – service safety, service effectiveness, and whether services were well-led – it was deemed...
  • TomNorton commented Mapperley GP practice first in Nottingham to be put under special...

    TomNorton commented Mapperley GP practice first in Nottingham to be put under special...
    Inspectors have put a GP practice into special measures – the first to have received the assessment in Nottingham – dubbing it "inadequate" and claiming its patients were "at risk of harm".Mapperley Park Medical Centre, in Mapperley Road, was criticised by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) over a litany of concerns. In three out of six categories inspected – service safety, service effectiveness, and whether services were well-led – it was deemed...
  • Nottingham Post published Flying Birchall brothers claim Isle of Man TT records in sidecar...

    Nottingham Post published Flying Birchall brothers claim Isle of Man TT records in sidecar...
    Ben and Tom Birchall produced a record breaking performance at the Isle of Man TT festival by securing two victoriesin the Sure sidecar races.The Mansfield duo set thefastest ever race time of 58m 39.776s in the first race as they romped to a win and followed it up with another ground-breakingdisplay.With the ink stilldryingfrom rewriting the history books,they broke the record once againwith a time of 58m 24.971s shaving a further 14.8s from their time. The brothers also set a new...
  • JonPritchard published Pensioner 'flung against a wall' for just £12 in Sherwood...

    JonPritchard published Pensioner 'flung against a wall' for just £12 in Sherwood...
    A pensioner was flung around "like a rag doll" by a robber – all for the £12 in her handbag.Jean Maddock was left with cuts and bruises on her face after being hurled against the brick wall of her garage in Sherwood Rise as the robber tried to wrestle her bag from her.However, the 77-year-old has said she feels sorry for her attacker, and believes he has ruined his life.Mrs Maddock said: "He had a choice to make and he made the wrong choice."He must be desperate..
  • EllieCullen published Nine signs you could be living next to a cannabis farm

    EllieCullen published Nine signs you could be living next to a cannabis farm
    Police are urging people to spot the tell-tale signs of drugs being grown on their street after hundreds of cannabis plants worth up to £150,000 were seized from a home in Wollaton.Officers discovered 230 plants being grown at the house on Seaford Avenue on Wednesday evening, after they were alerted by the landlord.But police say the find was not unusual, as criminal gangs are increasingly renting out suburban homes to convert into cannabis factories.They are now urging people to be wise..
  • NottmPostEG published Bellowhead farewell tour includes Nottingham date

    NottmPostEG published Bellowhead farewell tour includes Nottingham date
    Britain's most successful folk band will bow out with a UK tour that includes a date in Nottingham.Bellowhead will bring their Farewell Tour to the Royal Concert Hall on April 30, the penultimate show on their two-leg jaunt around the UK."It's in keeping with all the musical and theatrical traditions that make Bellowhead what it is, that we will end at our peak and leave the audience wanting more," said the band in a statement."The shows always finish on a high, and so should we."They got...
  • AlexBritton published Controversial mine near Trowell is approved

    AlexBritton published Controversial mine near Trowell  is approved
    Plans for a controversial mine between Cossall and Trowell have been given final planns approval.It is the last obstacle to the development of the Shortwood Farm mine since the plans resurfaced in 2012.Nottinghamshire County Council signed an agreement with UK Coal which will allow them to extract 1.275 million tonnes of coal and 250,000 tonnes of fireclay from the site.A petition of more than 1,200 signatures against opencast mining in Trowell was handed to the Government.Broxtowe MP Anna...
  • DanRobinson published Dynamo helps to grow popularity of Nottingham magic group

    DanRobinson published Dynamo helps to grow popularity of Nottingham magic group
    Abracadabra alakazam, a spell has been cast on Nottingham as magic makes a comeback in the city.Superstar illusionists like Derren Brown and Dynamo – who left an Old Market Square audience in gasps of disbelief after performing tricks last week – have led to a "kaboom" in popularity for the Nottingham Guild of Magicians.The group currently has the largest number of members for the past 10 years – but is still looking for new up-and-coming conjurers.President Andrew...
  • BenIreland published Dog stranded by train lines: Appeal for owners to help resscue...

    BenIreland published Dog stranded by train lines: Appeal for owners to help resscue...
    The owners of a black and white cross breed dog are being urged to help a rescue their pet from near the train lines in Bobbersmill.Nottingham City Stray Dogs has put out an urgent appeal to help them in their rescue attempt.The dog, a collie or lurcher-type, is black and white with bits of tan. He is wearing a black reflective collar.Rescuers are trying to pull him to safety, but he is stuck behind railings and they need help to call him.If you are the owner, know them or recognise the dog,...
  • BenIreland published Dog stranded by train lines: Appeal for owners to help rescue...

    BenIreland published Dog stranded by train lines: Appeal for owners to help rescue...
    The owners of a black and white cross breed dog are being urged to help rescue their pet from near the train lines in Bobbersmill.Nottingham City Stray Dogs has put out an urgent appeal to help them in their rescue attempt on a grassy area near Garforth Road.The dog, a collie or lurcher-type, is black and white with bits of tan. He is wearing a black reflective collar.Rescuers are trying to pull him to safety, but he is stuck behind railings and they need help to call him.British Transport...
  • rsherdley published Rogue Gumtree seller caught by victim

    rsherdley published Rogue Gumtree seller caught by victim
    A rogue seller on Gumtree has been jailed after he was tracked down by a victim searching for her stolen items.Police raided the room of Nathan Clements in Nottingham's YMCA after a woman spotted her own jewellery being flogged online.A bangle, bought as a 21st birthday present, and a Sovereign ring, which belonged to the victim's grandmother, and her laptop were discovered in Clements' room.On Thursday, June 11, 22-year-old Clements was jailed.He received seven months for handling stolen goods.
  • Nottingham Post published Nottingham star Richards pulls out of European Games

    Nottingham Post published Nottingham star Richards pulls out of European Games
    Nottingham taekwondo star Ruebyn Richards has sustained an injury to his right foot in training and is unable to compete in the inaugural 2015 European Games in Baku for Team GB.He will be replaced in the under-68kg weight category by London 2012 Olympian Martin Stamper. Stamper, 28, reached the semi-finals at London 2012 and is also a 2011 World Championship bronze medallist.Richards, who has been dogged by injury problems in the last year, said: "I'm absolutely devastated to have to pull out..
  • Nottingham Post published Nottingham Rugby unveil new-look Academy set-up

    Nottingham Post published Nottingham Rugby unveil new-look Academy set-up
    Nottingham Rugby have appointed a new coaching set-up for their Academy.
    Matt Everard is the new head coach and the assistant coach role is taken by Joe Cobden, both members of the current Green and Whites senior squad.
    Director Simon Beatham said: "I am really pleased that Matt and Joe have agreed to take on these coaching roles and pass their experience from a professional environment onto a new generation of young players from NLD and surrounding areas."
    The club have also appointed a new...
  • Konta into Nottingham quarter-finals

    Konta into Nottingham quarter-finals
    Britain's Johanna Konta beats Monica Puig 4-6 6-4 7-6 (7-5) in their delayed Nottingham Open second-round match.
  • Nottingham Post published Crash on Middleton Boulevard causes lane closure and delays for...

    Nottingham Post published Crash on Middleton Boulevard causes lane closure and delays for...
    A crash on Middleton Boulevard has caused delays to traffic after a lane was closed on the northbound carriageway. The incident happened close to the Queen's Medical Centre, approaching Crown Island, according to Nottingham Travelwise. Drivers are being urged to avoid the area if possible and emergency vehicles are on the scene, near the junction with Harrow Road. Middleton Blvd N bnd heavily congested at QMC due to RTC and lane blockage. Please avoid.— NottinghamTravelwise...
  • EllieCullen published Police seize hundreds of cannabis plants worth about £130,0...

    EllieCullen published Police seize hundreds of cannabis plants worth about £130,0...
    More than 200 cannabis plants worth about £130,000 were seized from a home in Wollaton.Police were called to the house on Seaford Avenue on Wednesday evening after the landlord discovered the grow.Officers found the majority of the house had been converted to allow for the creation of the cannabis farm, with thousands of pounds worth of growing equipment having been installed.The windows were also blocked off and the electricity had been bypassed.No one has been arrested in connection with
  • EllieCullen published Find out more about the bats in your garden

    Did you know that bats are the only mammals that can actually fly?Or that they're vital in the production of the supply of tequila?It might surprise you to discover there's more to this mysterious creature than meets the eye.And now's the time to go batty, as part of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust's 30 Day Wild campaign. Bat enthusiast Tony Morris is backing the project, which aims to put people in touch with nature.While bats can often get a bad reputation, the 54-year-old wants to dispel the..
  • NottmPostEG published NCF comedy night at the Canalhouse: review

    NottmPostEG published NCF comedy night at the Canalhouse: review
    Last night was the NCF £1 new material/new acts night at the Canal House in Nottingham. This is my favourite gig, as it has a lovely vibe and whilst there are nights with more established acts, this offers a wonderful chance for acts to try new stuff and for new acts to gain stage time. A large proportion of the acts were doing new material, some in preparation for the Edinburgh Fringe and some who are also going to be doing shows at the Nottingham Comedy Festival in November.
    It was a...
  • NottmPostEG published Sir Christopher Lee has died aged 93

    NottmPostEG published Sir Christopher Lee has died aged 93
    Lord Of The Rings star Sir Christopher Lee has died in hospital after being treated for heart and respiratory problems.The 93-year-old, who first rose to fame playing Dracular in the 1950s Hammer Horror series, passed away at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, in London, on Sunday morning.In December 2002 more than 1,000 Lee fans queued around the block outside the Nottingham Cornerhouse for a chance to meet the screen legend, who was signing memorabilia ahead of the release of the second helping
  • Man bailed over teen rape allegation

    Man bailed over teen rape allegation
    A man arrested on suspicion of raping a 13-year-old girl in Rotherham is released on bail.
  • EllieCullen published Former head girl Eleanor Hawkins in jail in Malaysia over naked...

    EllieCullen published Former head girl Eleanor Hawkins in jail in Malaysia over naked...
    The former head girl of Ockbrook School has been arrested in Malaysia for stripping off and posing naked on a mountain.Eleanor Hawkins, 23, was one of ten trekkers who stripped on Mount Kinabalu on May 30 in a stunt that a local official said was insulting to indigenous people.It has been suggested that some consider it to be the cause of an earthquake that killed 18 people days later.Miss Hawkins is being held at a Malaysian jail and is facing obscenity charges that carry a sentence of three...
  • AlexBritton published Two cars involved in West Bridgford crash

    AlexBritton published Two cars involved in West Bridgford crash
    Police have cordoned off parts of Loughborough Road in West Bridgford after an accident.Reports have suggested two cars were involved in the crash which took place near Wilford Hill.Two police cars are at the scene of the accident and tailbacks are starting to form.Officers said the road was blocked from Rugby Road and they have closed Europa Way.The extent ofinjuries is not yet known.
  • NatalieFahy published 18 of the wackiest haircuts ever to come out of Nottingham

    NatalieFahy published 18 of the wackiest haircuts ever to come out of Nottingham
    Gallery created by NatalieFahy
  • TomNorton published Do you know this man? Police appeal for information after serious...

    TomNorton published Do you know this man? Police appeal for information after serious...
    Police have launched a public appeal to track down a 24-year-old man wanted in connection with a serious sexual assault. Officers are on the hunt for James Johnson (pictured) following the incident which took place in Bulwell. Johnson, whose last known address was in Bulwell, goes by the nickname Dilemma and is also being sought in connection with criminal damage, possession of cannabis and bail offences.He is described as around 5ft 9ins tall, has short or shaved dark brown hair and blue eyes..
  • TomNorton published Ambulance called to crash in Colwick Industrial Estate

    TomNorton published Ambulance called to crash in Colwick Industrial Estate
    A crash between two cars led to delays and a road closure this morning. Police were called to a crash in Private Road Number One, Colwick Industrial Estate, at 9.35am this morning. The road was closed following the incident and an ambulance was called out. The extent of injuries to the drivers is unknown. It was partially reopened at around 10.35am. Nottingham City Transport reported that its City Link 2 service had to be diverted.
    Due to an RTC in Colwick Industrial Estate, Citylink 2...
  • TomNorton published Ambulance called to crash in Colwick Industrial Eastate

    TomNorton published Ambulance called to crash in Colwick Industrial Eastate
    A crash between two cars has led to delays and a road closure this morning. Police were called to a crash in Private Road Number One, Colwick Industrial Estate at 9.35am this morning. The road was closed following the incident and an ambulance was called out. The extent of injuries to the drivers is unknown. It was partially reopened at around 10.35am. Nottingham City Transport reported that it it's City Link 2 service had to be diverted.
    Due to an RTC in Colwick Industrial Estate,...
  • TomNorton published Drivers rejoice as A453 works start to die down

    TomNorton published Drivers rejoice as A453 works start to die down
    Fields of red cones and endless queuing endured by motorists on the A453 have begun to fade into history as months of roadworks come to a close. Development to widening the road has been going on since January 2013 on the stretch between the M1 and Clifton. However Yesterday morning the last of the cones on the section between Farnborough Road and the Crusader roundabout were removed with only a few workmen left clearing up around the area.The 40mph speed limit was reinstated having been reduced
  • NottmPostEG published The Piano Guys at Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall: Review and...

    NottmPostEG published The Piano Guys at Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall: Review and...
    On last night's showing at The Royal Concert Hall, it was easy to see why The Piano Guys' YouTube channel has had over half a billion views.On a stage decked with just a piano, three cellos, and two screens which showcased some of their brilliant videos; pianist Jon Schmidt and cellist Steven Nelson took to the stage to rapturous applause, and a night of frolicking pure entertainment began.Delivering mashup's of both classical and more contemporary tunes, the duo were simply sublime. With...

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