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• EllieCullen published Nottingham radio presenter hunts kind-hearted stranger who...

  28-07-2015 22:20
  
  A Nottingham radio presenter is appealing for help in tracing a kind-hearted stranger who returned his wallet after he lost it at Luton airport.Tom Watts, who presents Drivetime on Capital FM East Midlands, was gobsmacked when he received the wallet in the post with not a single penny missing – along with an apologetic note.It read: "I'm really really sorry Tom. I picked this up thinking it was my mate's and there was no number."Tom had been on his way back from Serbia when lost.
  
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• EllieCullen commented Parking to become 'free after 3' at Broxtowe car parks

  28-07-2015 21:55
  
  Parking is set to become "free after three" at 27 town centre car parks in Broxtowe as the Conservatives seek to deliver on their election promises.Members of Broxtowe Borough Council's Cabinet agreed on Tuesday to bring in the changes for car parks in Beeston, Eastwood, Kimberley and Stapleford.Charges will be waived after 4pm, but with a free one hour ticket, shoppers will be able to park free of charge after 3pm each day.Councillor Richard Jackson, leader of the council, said it was
  
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• TomNorton published Flog It star Charles Hanson heads to Keyworth for charity...

  28-07-2015 21:02
  
  A watch owned by a survivor of the Titanic and a bronze figurine worth more than £2,000 were among some of the treasures discovered at a Keyworth charity valuation day. The event, held at the village hall, was attended by antique expert and star of Bargain Hunt and Flog It Charles Hanson. Fans and collectors queued excitedly outside the hall in Elm Avenue yesterday for the event, held in aid of Nottingham Hospitals Charity Prostate Cancer Appeal. Mr Hanson, who appeared along with his...
  
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• NottmPostEG published The Hoff, Biggins and Derren Brown pay tribute to Theatre Royal...

  28-07-2015 20:00
  
  David Hassellhoff, Christopher Biggins and Derren Brown are among the famous faces to pay homage to Nottingham's Theatre Royal in a new book marking the venue's 150th anniversary.TV illusionist Brown, who picked the iconic city centre stage to film his 2012 DVD Svengali, called it "one of the most gorgeous theatres in the country."And former Baywatch star David 'The Hoff' Hassellhoff said he loved the "mystery and the elegance of the theatre" after appearing as Captain Hook..
  
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• No contract for Nicky Maynard at Nottingham Forest, but Reds agree terms with ... - Nottingham Post

  28-07-2015 19:03
  
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  No contract for Nicky Maynard at Nottingham Forest, but Reds agree terms with ...
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  Reds boss Dougie Freedman has opted not to make an offer to Maynard, who has been on trial with the club for much of the summer, following his release by Cardiff City. But he is yet to make up his mind over fellow trialist Paul Taylor, who has ...
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• Nottingham Post published No contract for Nicky Maynard at Nottingham Forest, but Reds...

  28-07-2015 19:02
  
  Nottingham Forest will not currently offer a contract to striker Nicky Maynard.But a deal has been agreed to sign Spanish defender Daniel Pinillos.Reds boss Dougie Freedman has opted not to make an offer to Maynard, who has been on trial with the club for much of the summer, following his release by Cardiff City.But he is yet to make up his mind over fellow trialist Paul Taylor, who has impressed with his work rate.Freedman is not understood to have another immediate option up his sleeve when it
  
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• Nottingham Post commented No contract for Nicky Maynard at Nottingham Forest, but Reds...

  28-07-2015 19:02
  
  Nottingham Forest will not currently offer a contract to striker Nicky Maynard.But a deal has been agreed to sign Spanish defender Daniel Pinillos.Reds boss Dougie Freedman has opted not to make an offer to Maynard, who has been on trial with the club for much of the summer, following his release by Cardiff City.But he is yet to make up his mind over fellow trialist Paul Taylor, who has impressed with his work rate.Freedman is not understood to have another immediate option up his sleeve when it
  
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• Nottingham Post published Golf round-up: Notts oldies show the way it should be done

  28-07-2015 18:53
  
  An 83-year-old Nottinghamshire golfer is celebrating after landing his first hole in one after 51 years of trying at his home course.Nottingham's Max Scrimshaw, who is a 23-handicapper, scored his ace on the 189-yard, par-three 14th at Rushcliffe GC.He said: "I have been playing at the club for 51 years and to get a hole in one at 83 makes me feel so proud."Another local player enjoying his time on the greens in his retirement is 68-year-old John Krasinski, who also landed an ace at a.
  
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• Legendary umpire Dickie Bird coming to Nottingham ahead of Ashes Test ... - Nottingham Post

  28-07-2015 18:36
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  The most famous umpire in the history of cricket is coming to Nottingham the night before the Ashes hit Trent Bridge. An Audience with Dickie Bird takes place at The Approach on Wednesday, August 5, as the 82-year-old regales fans with memories of a ...
  
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• MattDavies published Kevin Pietersen pays tribute to mentor Clive Rice after his death...

  28-07-2015 18:25
  Kevin Pietersen has paid tribute to Clive Rice, the man who brought him to Nottinghamshire and started to his journey to international fame with England.Former Notts captain and coach Rice has died in his native South Africa at the age of 66 after suffering from a brain tumour.The man who captained Notts to two County Championships signed Pietersen in 2000 and played a key role in developing him as a batsman and individual."I'm in shock. I was coming to South Africa in a few weeks and I was
  
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• MattDavies commented Kevin Pietersen pays tribute to mentor Clive Rice after his death...

  28-07-2015 18:25
  Kevin Pietersen has paid tribute to Clive Rice, the man who brought him to Nottinghamshire and started to his journey to international fame with England.Former Notts captain and coach Rice has died in his native South Africa at the age of 66 after suffering from a brain tumour.The man who captained Notts to two County Championships signed Pietersen in 2000 and played a key role in developing him as a batsman and individual."I'm in shock. I was coming to South Africa in a few weeks and I was
  
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• Pietersen hails 'father figure' Rice

  28-07-2015 18:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Kevin Pietersen pays tribute to his mentor Clive Rice after the ex-South Africa all-rounder dies aged 66.
  
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• Nottingham Post published England selector Mick Newell on why Jonny Bairstow had to be...

  28-07-2015 18:15
  
  England selector Mick Newell says Jonny Bairstow simply had to be picked to face Australia today – or it would have made a mockery of the County Championship.The Yorkshire wicket-keeper/batsman replaces county team-mate Gary Ballance after scoring 980 runs in just 12 innings.With Ballance out of form, Nottinghamshire director of cricket Newell says Bairstow (pictured) had to come in."If he didn't get picked now you would have to question what is the point of being in such good form in
  
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• David Jackson column: I'm delighted Dan Montagu will captain Nottingham Rugby ... - Nottingham Post

  28-07-2015 18:10
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  David Jackson column: I'm delighted Dan Montagu will captain Nottingham Rugby ...
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  Big news this month for Nottingham Rugby fans, and I include myself in that these days, is the announcement of a new Green and Whites' captain. With the retirement of Kiwi Brent Wilson, who returned to his native New Zealand (I'm not jealous at all ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Legendary umpire Dickie Bird coming to Nottingham ahead of Ashes...

  28-07-2015 18:00
  
  The most famous umpire in the history of cricket is coming to Nottingham the night before the Ashes hit Trent Bridge.An Audience with Dickie Bird takes place at The Approach on Wednesday, August 5, as the 82-year-old regales fans with memories of a career which spanned from 1956 to 1998 as both player and umpire.Now president of his beloved Yorkshire, Bird told the Post he has nothing but good memories of cricket in the city.He said: "Trent Bridge is one of the finest grounds in the world.
  
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• Nottingham Post published David Jackson column: I'm delighted Dan Montagu will captain...

  28-07-2015 18:00
  
  Big news this month for Nottingham Rugby fans, and I include myself in that these days, is the announcement of a new Green and Whites' captain.With the retirement of Kiwi Brent Wilson, who returned to his native New Zealand (I'm not jealous at all!) to start his life after rugby, the Greens needed a new leader on the pitch.I was delighted when I heard the news that it will be big Dan Montagu wearing the captain's armband this year, and many seasons to come I hope.The big Australian, known as...
  
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• EllieCullen published Police hunt car owners after burglary in Newark

  28-07-2015 17:54
  
  Police investigating a burglary in Newark are trying to trace the owners of a Volkswagen Up which was in the vicinity at the time of the incident.The culprits targeted a premises in Church Walk overnight on Wednesday, July 8. A number of items were stolen along with a Vauxhall Meriva parked outside.Officers believe the driver of the VW Up may have information which could help them establish what took place.If you know who the owner of the VW Up is, or have any information which may assist, call.
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Nottingham Forest fan column - Barry Cooper: Unusual pre-season...

  28-07-2015 17:36
  
  As close seasons go, I don't remember a more subdued or less dramatic one than the current period that is coming to an end.Over the last few years, whether it be new managers, multi-million pound signings or even new owners, summer breaks at Nottingham Forest have usually been remarkable affairs.However, you probably couldn't get a more striking comparison between 2014 and 2015.This time last year, the Stuart Pearce era was careering towards the hugely anticipated homecoming of the Reds hero...
  
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• PMBlackburn published East Midlands Ambulance Service develops 'action plan' to improve...

  28-07-2015 17:13
  
  The ambulance service for Nottinghamshire has produced an action plan to improve performance after missing targets for responding to 999 calls. East Midlands Ambulance Service is proposing to offer staff more money to work during periods of high demand, will apply for a loan of £13 million for new ambulances from the Government, and has put screens up in Accident and Emergency Departments to cut the time it takes to hand patients over to hospital staff. Managers from the trust are also...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Mourners pay final respects to Tunisia victim John Stollery - in...

  28-07-2015 17:00
  
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• JonPritchard published Brave Bulwell holidaymaker died after helping to save the lives...

  28-07-2015 16:59
  
  Brave Anthony Miller drowned after he dived into the sea to save the lives of two others while on holiday in Lanzarote.The 41-year-old, from Bulwell, had been relaxing on the beach with his partner Sue Marriott, by the Spanish town of Costa Teguise, when he saw a man and a girl struggling in the choppy waters.An inquest into his death was told the delivery driver ran into the sea and helped to rescue them – but then got into difficulty himself.He was eventually pulled from the waves by...
  
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• JonPritchard commented Brave Bulwell holidaymaker died after helping to save the lives...

  28-07-2015 16:59
  
  Brave Anthony Miller drowned after he dived into the sea to save the lives of two others while on holiday in Lanzarote.The 41-year-old, from Bulwell, had been relaxing on the beach with his partner Sue Marriott, by the Spanish town of Costa Teguise, when he saw a man and a girl struggling in the choppy waters.An inquest into his death was told the delivery driver ran into the sea and helped to rescue them – but then got into difficulty himself.He was eventually pulled from the waves by...
  
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• Confetti Media Group bought by Nottingham Trent University - securing jobs of ... - Nottingham Post

  28-07-2015 16:55
  
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  Music technology students from left are Alisha Harper, 17 from Ripley, Matt Slack, 19 from Gunthorpe, Alysha Lake... Splendour 2015: Backstage report and gossip. 13. Comments (0). A creative college that trains the next generation of music and film ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Albanian drug dealer said he was international crime fighter -...

  28-07-2015 16:36
  
  A drug dealer from Albania pretended to be part of an international crime fighting team when he was caught red-handed with cocaine in a Radford street.Gambler Klisman Sykaj arrived as an illegal immigrant four years ago but told police he had been recruited by Interpol, Nottingham Crown Court heard yesterday.Officers found seven grams of cocaine in his right jacket pocket as he walked down Ilkeston Road on May 14. He also had £2,000 in £50 notes and two mobile phones.When police...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Albanian drug dealer said he was international crime fighter -...

  28-07-2015 16:36
  
  A drug dealer from Albania pretended to be part of an international crime fighting team when he was caught red-handed with cocaine in a Radford street.Gambler Klisman Sykaj arrived as an illegal immigrant four years ago but told police he had been recruited by Interpol, Nottingham Crown Court heard yesterday.Officers found seven grams of cocaine in his right jacket pocket as he walked down Ilkeston Road on May 14. He also had £2,000 in £50 notes and two mobile phones.When police...
  
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• BenIreland published 'Pain in the backside' teenager assaulted tram conductor over...

  28-07-2015 16:36
  A teenager – called "a pain in the backside" by her own solicitor – has to pay compensation and costs totalling £285 after trying to save £1.10 by buying a child's tram ticket.Amy Johnson, 18, of Beech Avenue, New Basford, also admitted assaulting tram conductor Kevin Tomkiss at David Lane tram stop, in Basford.Staff on board the tram had been alerted to her attempt to buy a child's ticket at £1.10 instead of paying the full £2.20 fare on April...
  
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• BenIreland commented 'Pain in the backside' teenager assaulted tram conductor over...

  28-07-2015 16:36
  
  A teenager – called "a pain in the backside" by her own solicitor – has to pay compensation and costs totalling £285 after trying to save £1.10 by buying a child's tram ticket.Amy Johnson, 18, of Beech Avenue, New Basford, also admitted assaulting tram conductor Kevin Tomkiss at David Lane tram stop, in Basford.Staff on board the tram had been alerted to her attempt to buy a child's ticket at £1.10 instead of paying the full £2.20 fare on April...
  
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• TracyWalker published Compensation at last for Beeston pub hit by tramworks

  28-07-2015 16:28
  
  A couple who run a Beeston pub have raised a toast after being told they will receive compensation after their business was severely hit by the tram works.Sergio and Natalie Rocha, of the White Lion Bar and Kitchen, in Middle Street, appeared in the Post last month saying they feared they would go out of business due to the impact of the works outside their pub.They had initially been told that as their venue only opened just over two years ago, around the time the construction started, they...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Confetti Media Group bought by Nottingham Trent University -...

  28-07-2015 16:03
  
  A creative college that trains the next generation of music and film talent has been snapped up by Nottingham Trent University.Nottingham's Confetti Media Group, which provides training for around 1,300 students at the start of their careers in games, TV, film, music, events and radio, has been bought by the university for an undisclosed fee.Big names from the worlds of film, TV, music and games have supported events held by Confetti in the past, including rapper Professor Green and actor Joe...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Confetti Media Group bought by Nottingham Trent University

  28-07-2015 16:03
  
  A creative college that trains the next generation of music and film talent has been snapped up by Nottingham Trent University.Nottingham's Confetti Media Group, which provides training for around 1,300 students at the start of their careers in games, TV, film, music, events and radio, has been bought by the university for an undisclosed fee.Big names from the worlds of film, TV, music and games have supported events held by Confetti in the past, including rapper Professor Green and actor Joe...
  
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• GemmaToulson commented Confetti Media Group bought by Nottingham Trent University

  28-07-2015 16:03
  
  A creative college that trains the next generation of music and film talent has been snapped up by Nottingham Trent University.Nottingham's Confetti Media Group, which provides training for around 1,300 students at the start of their careers in games, TV, film, music, events and radio, has been bought by the university for an undisclosed fee.Big names from the worlds of film, TV, music and games have supported events held by Confetti in the past, including rapper Professor Green and actor Joe...
  
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• East Midlands Trains apologise as services between Nottingham and Worksop ... - Nottingham Post

  28-07-2015 15:49
  
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  East Midlands Trains has apologised to customers after its services between Nottingham and Worksop were cancelled for nearly six hours on Tuesday, July 28. Rush hour commuters heading to the city from the north Nottinghamshire town on the 8.38am ...and more »
  
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• BenIreland published East Midlands Trains apologise as services between Nottingham and...

  28-07-2015 15:37
  
  East Midlands Trains has apologised to customers after its services between Nottingham and Worksop were cancelled for nearly six hours on Tuesday, July 28.Rush hour commuters heading to the city from the north Nottinghamshire town on the 8.38am service had their trains replaced by buses.And passengers travelling in the opposite direction also had their journeys cancelled from The 8.27 to Worksop from Nottingham was also suspended due to the signalling problems.The first service to depart...
  
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• JemmaPage published Dozens of pet owners head to Bilborough to celebrate veterinary...

  28-07-2015 15:31
  
  Giant animal balloons, party bags and dog-friendly cakes were on hand as dozens of pet owners helped a veterinary practice celebrate its first birthday.The Vet Nottingham, in Glaisdale Drive, Bilborough, invited its loyal customers back into the practice for a tour of its facilities and to play pet party games.The walk-in practice opened last year and has since seen thousands of animals stride through its doors.Pensioner Dee Powell attended the celebrations with her five-year-old pooch...
  
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• EllieCullen published Police look to trace man in connection with burglary at city...

  28-07-2015 15:21
  Detectives investigating a burglary at a city centre hotel are trying to identify a man they want to speak to in connection with the crime.A laptop was stolen from the Park Plaza Hotel in Maid Marian Way on July 17.The man officers are trying to trace is described as white with short brown hair. He was wearing a blue jacket, a blue t-shirt, grey bottoms and was also carrying a rucksack.The man also had some kind of tattoo or tattoos under his eye(s).If you think you can help call Nottinghamshire
  
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• Hucknall's Holgate Academy awarded 'good' by Ofsted | Nottingham Post - Nottingham Post

  28-07-2015 15:17
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  In its first assessment by Ofsted since converting into an academy two years ago, Holgate has been awarded a 'good' status. The news is being celebrated by staff, pupils and the community – as three years ago it was judged as being 'inadequate'. And ...and more »
  
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• JonPritchard published Charity golf day hoping to tee up Disneyland trip for 12-year-old...

  28-07-2015 15:14
  
  A taxi firm is teeing up a charity event to help send a 12-year-old boy with a brain tumour back to Disneyland after his last visit was marred by illness.NG11 Cars, of Southchurch Drive, Clifton, is holding a golf day next month for Declan Carnell.The firm wants to raise cash to send the boy, who has a glioma tectal tumour, which puts pressure on his brain, to the theme park in Florida.The Nottingham Emmanuel School pupil now has a tube constantly draining the water from the tumour, which helps.
  
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• University of Nottingham ranks 10th in country's top universities ‹ Impact ... - Impact Magazine

  28-07-2015 15:12
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  University of Nottingham ranks 10th in country's top universities ‹ Impact ...
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  The University of Nottingham has ranked 10th in a list of the country's top universities and 140th in the world. Compiled by the Centre of World University Rankings (CWUR), the list is based on the quality and education of the students, and the ...and more »
  
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• EllieCullen published Police hunt three men over iPhone thefts in Beeston

  28-07-2015 15:12
  
  Police are hunting three men in connection with the theft of two iPhones from Carphone Warehouse in Beeston.The incident happened at the Queens Road store on July 16.The first man is described as around 5ft 8ins tall, of medium, muscular build and with short, shaved hair. He was wearing a navy-coloured Nike sweatshirt with a red Nike logo and navy jeans.The second man sought was bald-headed and wearing a Nike t-shirt with blue logo.The third man had a shaved head and was wearing a black cap and.
  
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• JemmaPage published Hucknall's Holgate Academy awarded 'good' by Ofsted

  28-07-2015 15:09
  
  A secondary school in Hucknall has turned over a new leaf following its inspection by education watchdogs.In its first assessment by Ofsted since converting into an academy two years ago, Holgate has been awarded a 'good' status.The news is being celebrated by staff, pupils and the community – as three years ago it was judged as being 'inadequate'.And after the hard work by pupils, staff, parents and governors, the school is looking to a brighter future – and striving for the...
  
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• MattDavies published Stuart Broad: Pressure is on but don't write off England

  28-07-2015 15:02
  Stuart Broad has warned England's detractors it would be a mistake to write them and their under fire players off with the Ashes series delicately poised ahead of tomorrow's third Test.The Nottinghamshire bowler has taken nine wickets in the first two matches as England won handsomely in Cardiff before losing by 405 runs to Australia at Lord's.While he has impressed, the defeat cost Gary Ballance his place and left Ian Bell and Adam Lyth under scrutiny. However, Broad says a "reality...
  
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• GB skater detained for sex offences

  28-07-2015 14:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A Great Britain figure skater is sentenced to three years in a young offenders' institution after admitting child sex abuse charges.
  
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• MattDavies published Clive Rice was an incredible player and leader says Nottinghamshi...

  28-07-2015 13:57
  
  Clive Rice was not only one of the great players of all time, but an incredible leader of men.That is the view of Nottinghamshire director of cricket Mick Newell, who paid tribute to the legendary all-rounder after he died at the age of 66 today.Rice, who passed away in his native South Africa after suffering from a brain tumour, played a huge part in revolutionising Notts as he captained them from 1979 to 1987, during which time they twice won the County Championship.Newell played under Rice at
  
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• MattDavies commented Clive Rice was an incredible player and leader says Nottinghamshi...

  28-07-2015 13:57
  
  Clive Rice was not only one of the great players of all time, but an incredible leader of men.That is the view of Nottinghamshire director of cricket Mick Newell, who paid tribute to the legendary all-rounder after he died at the age of 66 today.Rice, who passed away in his native South Africa after suffering from a brain tumour, played a huge part in revolutionising Notts as he captained them from 1979 to 1987, during which time they twice won the County Championship.Newell played under Rice at
  
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• Women's game is 'generation' ahead

  28-07-2015 13:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Women's football is a generation ahead of where Notts County's Leanne Crichton envisioned it would be growing up.
  
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• Television Workshop's Ian Smith retirement afterparty | Nottingham Post - Nottingham Post

  28-07-2015 13:37
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  Jack O'Connell (right) with Michael Socha (This Is England) Television Workshop afterparty for Ian Smith's retirement at... VIEW GALLERY. Previous; Next. Jack O'Connell (right) with Michael Socha (This Is England) Television; Samantha Morton at the ...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published 30 historic pictures of Shire horses in Nottinghamshire

  28-07-2015 13:27
  
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• Ex-SA & Notts all-rounder Rice dies

  28-07-2015 13:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Former South Africa and Nottinghamshire all-rounder and captain Clive Rice dies at the age of 66.
  
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• Dorus de Vries unsure of Nottingham Forest future as he says he made a mistake ... - Nottingham Post

  28-07-2015 12:35
  
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  Dorus de Vries unsure of Nottingham Forest future as he says he made a mistake... X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to paste in your message. /. SHARE PICTURE. Copy link to paste in your message. Dorus de Vries during his Swansea days ...and more »
  
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• Nottingham Post published Dorus de Vries unsure of Nottingham Forest future as he says he...

  28-07-2015 12:27
  
  Dorus de Vries admits he is once again unsure of a starting place with Nottingham Forest after saying he made a mistake in leaving Swansea.The Dutch keeper is facing a battle with loan signing Ben Hamer to start the season in goal for Forest as he continues to struggle for regular football.The last time de Vries was an undisputed number one was at Swansea, however, he decided to leave in 2011 straight after they won promotion to the Premier League.A move to Wolves failed to work out as they...
  
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