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• Nottingham Post published Capital One Cup second round draw: Notts County face Aston Villa...

  13-08-2015 22:47
  
  Notts County have been drawn to play Premier League Aston Villa away in the second round of the Capital One Cup.The tie will be play at Villa Park in the week commencing August 24.The Magpies booked their safe passage in the competition after shocking Championship side Huddersfield Town 2-1 on Tuesday night at the John Smith's Stadium.Midfielder Liam Noble was the hero on the night with a dazzling brace, the second an audacious lob over the keeper from distance.The victory made it two wins from.
  
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• DanRobinson published Cows on A52 leave motorists stranded

  13-08-2015 22:35
  
  Cows wandered around the A52 after a cattle truck overturned - bringing motorists to a standstill.The six farm animals were rounded up to get them off the road after it blocked off drivers in both directions on Thursday.The trailer transporting them, being towed by a Land Rover Discovery, overturned at 5.45pm.Multiple police cars and recovery vehicles attended the scene of the incident, between junction 25 of the M1 and A5111, near Borrowash in Derbyshire.A farmer arrived with a replacement...
  
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• Nottmtails published Chris Burke staying grounded as Nottingham Forest look for first...

  13-08-2015 22:09
  As he succinctly puts it, it is not the end of the world just yet, is it?There is no escaping the fact that Nottingham Forest's season has not got off to the most impressive start. Defeats at the hands of Brighton and Walsall have hardly helped boost optimism levels at the City Ground.But, as Chris Burke points out, barely a week into the new campaign, nothing has been decided. Dreams have not died; hopes are not yet extinguished.The Scotsman does not underestimate the importance of registering.
  
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• Nottmtails commented Chris Burke staying grounded as Nottingham Forest look for first...

  13-08-2015 22:09
  
  As he succinctly puts it, it is not the end of the world just yet, is it?There is no escaping the fact that Nottingham Forest's season has not got off to the most impressive start. Defeats at the hands of Brighton and Walsall have hardly helped boost optimism levels at the City Ground.But, as Chris Burke points out, barely a week into the new campaign, nothing has been decided. Dreams have not died; hopes are not yet extinguished.The Scotsman does not underestimate the importance of registering.
  
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• DanRobinson published Fire rips through kitchen in Ilkeston

  13-08-2015 21:58
  
  Firefighters put out a blaze in a downstairs kitchen in Ilkeston.A woman managed to escape before firefighter turned up at the incident in Peveril Drive on Thursday at about 4.50pm.Crews from Ilkeston and Long Eaton fire stations used four breathing apparatus and two hose reel jets to extinguish the fire, before ventilating the property and investigating the cause.They left the scene at 6.20pm.
  
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• VIDEO: Spitfires soar in WWII memorial

  13-08-2015 21:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Twelve Spitfires take to the skies to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.
  
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• TracyWalker commented Good Deeds Notts: Photographer's close shave ahead of Notts...

  13-08-2015 20:37
  
  Post photographer Dan Westwell has undergone a dramatic transformation ahead of tonight's clash between Notts County and his team, Mansfield Town.The 41-year-old, who supports the Stags despite being the official away-day photographer for the Magpies, had all his hair shaved off for charity, to back our Good Deeds Notts campaign.And to add insult to injury, the man behind the clippers was Pete Caine, a die-hard Notts County fan.Dan, of Forest Town, decided to took the plunge with his striking...
  
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• TracyWalker published Fears a child could die unless safety measures stepped up on new...

  13-08-2015 20:01
  
  A child could die on the new tram tracks unless safety measures are stepped up on the line near two schools, residents fear.More than 750 people have signed a petition calling for increased safeguards on the extension that runs parallel to Eskdale Drive, in Chilwell.The petition says: "The worry is that, considering the tracks run close to two schools (Alderman Pounder Infant School and Eskdale Junior School), as well as a children's playground, playing fields and open green space, the...
  
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• TracyWalker commented Fears a child could die unless safety measures stepped up on new...

  13-08-2015 20:01
  
  A child could die on the new tram tracks unless safety measures are stepped up on the line near two schools, residents fear.More than 750 people have signed a petition calling for increased safeguards on the extension that runs parallel to Eskdale Drive, in Chilwell.The petition says: "The worry is that, considering the tracks run close to two schools (Alderman Pounder Infant School and Eskdale Junior School), as well as a children's playground, playing fields and open green space, the...
  
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• Nottmtails published Greg Halford will return to Nottingham Forest on Saturday as...

  13-08-2015 19:47
  
  Greg Halford will return to the City Ground as Rotherham skipper this weekend – with another former Nottingham Forest man, in Danny Collins, as vice-captain.Millers boss Steve Evans believes the experience of both men will be vital to his side, as they head into their second season in the Championship.Both men made the short move to Yorkshire in the summer, after their Forest contracts expired.And they are now expected to play a key role for Rotherham, as they look to build on their...
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest v Rotherham United: Match in focus at the City...

  13-08-2015 19:33
  
  Talking tactics: Following his rather blunt comments about the quality of Nottingham Forest's defending on Tuesday night, Dougie Freedman's primary objective on Saturday will be to shore up his leaky defence.The Reds boss accused his players of lacking the desire to keep the ball out of the net – and promised changes to his personnel as a result.Matt Mills will almost certainly return in the centre, but more interesting will be Freedman's selections in the full back positions.Danny Fox,...
  
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• JonPritchard published Father says his daughter didn't get into preferred school due to...

  13-08-2015 19:30
  
  A father claims his daughter has not got into their preferred school due to a technical glitch when filling in an admissions form online.Abayomi Anifowose, 33, of Carlton, applied for Kemi, four, to go to All Hallows School. She was refused, but when he spoke to other parents about the process for over-subscribed schools, he saw there was a problem with his application."Other people told us they had to provide details why they wanted to select the school, but we hadn't," the...
  
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• PMBlackburn published Nottinghamshire youngsters to help shape the future of local...

  13-08-2015 18:33
  
  Even at just 16-years-old, Jay Fryer has had the sorts of experiences that mean he can help to change local health services for the better. The driven Arnold teenager, who will be joining the army's logistics training scheme in September while still studying, has needed help from nurses and doctors in accident and emergency as well as turning to his GP. "I have a couple of scars which come with experiences which help me to contribute and make things better," the Redhill school...
  
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• EllieCullen published Amber Peat: Serious case review launched

  13-08-2015 18:24
  
  A serious case review is to be carried out to see whether lessons can be learnt following the tragic death of Amber Peat.The 13-year-old was found hanged less than a mile from her home in Mansfield on June 2.She had disappeared from her home three days earlier.Police said at the time there were no suspicious circumstances.Nottinghamshire Safeguarding Children Board has confirmed it is now looking into how Amber was dealt with by the authorities.Chris Few, chair of the safeguarding children...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County v Mansfield Town: Match preview: This is as big as...

  13-08-2015 18:20
  Ricardo Moniz will 'never forget' his first taste of an English derby. It was, he says, 'unbelievable'.That experience came in the Premier League, Tottenham Hotspur, where he was a coach, at home to Arsenal, in 2005.Ajax-Feyenoord clashes too, back in his native Netherlands, stand out in the memory.But, whilst it may not have the same kind of global appeal, the same glamour, for the Dutchman, Notts County against Mansfield Town this evening will be just as special.Moniz has not been back in the.
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Notts County v Mansfield Town: Match preview: This is as big as...

  13-08-2015 18:20
  Ricardo Moniz will 'never forget' his first taste of an English derby. It was, he says, 'unbelievable'.That experience came in the Premier League, Tottenham Hotspur, where he was a coach, at home to Arsenal, in 2005.Ajax-Feyenoord clashes too, back in his native Netherlands, stand out in the memory.But, whilst it may not have the same kind of global appeal, the same glamour, for the Dutchman, Notts County against Mansfield Town this evening will be just as special.Moniz has not been back in the.
  
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• A-level results 2015: High-achievers reach for the stars - Nottingham Post

  13-08-2015 18:18
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  A-level results 2015: High-achievers reach for the stars
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  Nottingham High School pupils, L-R Douglas McConachie, 18 from Wysall, Harry Tindale, 18 from Ruddington, Lewey Coppel,... SHARE PICTURE. Copy link to paste in your message. Nottingham High School pupils, L-R Douglas McConachie, 18 from ...
  
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• Jet's passengers jumped from wing

  13-08-2015 18:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Passengers escaped a smoke-filled plane by jumping from the wing after a series of problems caused by an electrical fault, investigators say.
  
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• Nottingham rallies to aid of Iranian refugee in seven-year limbo - Nottingham Post

  13-08-2015 18:05
  
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  Nottingham rallies to aid of Iranian refugee in seven-year limbo
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  Dozens of messages of support have flooded in for the 25-year-old since the Post told his story and residents have emailed the newsroom to offer their help. Mr Gul – who is classed as a destitute failed asylum seeker – spends nights in parks and ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Mansfield Town striker Chris Beardsley looking for happier derby...

  13-08-2015 18:00
  
  Chris Beardsley's last contribution to a local derby between Mansfield Town and Notts County lasted no more than 42 minutes.And it ended in a broken leg, as well as a scrapped season, for the Stags striker.At the time, only a few weeks into his second spell at the club, Beardsley was caught by County's goalkeeper, Kevin Pilkington, just before half-time and played no further part in a 3-2 defeat for the hosts at One Call Stadium.The 31-year-old will hope for happier memories this evening, when..
  
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• Serious case review over missing girl

  13-08-2015 17:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A serious case review is launched into the circumstances surrounding the death of a 13-year-old girl from Nottinghamshire.
  
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• sherdley published Family chatline fraud: Director gives evidence

  13-08-2015 17:57
  
  A director of a premium-rate adult chatline at the heart of a £600,000 fraud branded stories he heard given over the phone to customers as "codswhallop", a jury heard.Michael Decelis insisted he had not listened to full stories when he had overheard conversations on the Nottingham-based chatline.Decelis, 40, his wife Cenzina, 42, their daughter Mariella, 20, and Cenzina's sister Palma Giove, 50, ran a lonely hearts phone line called 'Vicky's Club'.The family, who deny fraud,...
  
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• EllieCullen published A-level results 2015: High-achievers reach for the stars

  13-08-2015 17:56
  
  For most students, scoring just one A* at A-level would be a huge achievement.But Max Bowling notched up an impressive five of the top grades.The 18-year-old, who has studied at Nottingham High School for the past 11 years, is now off to Cambridge to study economics.Yesterday his delight was clear as he discovered he had scored A*s in economics, German, maths, further maths and Spanish, as well as an A* grade in his extended project.The teenager, of Mapperley, who was also school captain, said:.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County v Mansfield Town: Match in focus

  13-08-2015 17:51
  
  This last week has very much been about new beginnings for Notts County and Mansfield Town.The two clubs underwent a squad overhaul in the summer – the Magpies as they look to bounce back to League One at the first attempt, and Adam Murray's Stags bidding to avoid being relegation candidates again.Their respective managers are also both starting first full seasons in charge of their teams, making for an interesting match-up at Meadow Lane.Ricardo Moniz has quickly become well known for...
  
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• BenIreland published Nottingham rallies to aid of Iranian refugee in seven-year limbo

  13-08-2015 17:45
  
  Nottingham has rallied to the aid of Iranian refugee Arshan Gul, who has been in limbo in Nottingham for more than seven years and refused asylum.Dozens of messages of support have flooded in for the 25-year-old since the Post told his story and residents have emailed the newsroom to offer their help.Mr Gul – who is classed as a destitute failed asylum seeker – spends nights in parks and mosques and relies on the support of the city's Kurdish community to survive.He fled Iran as a...
  
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• BenIreland commented Nottingham rallies to aid of Iranian refugee in seven-year limbo

  13-08-2015 17:45
  
  Nottingham has rallied to the aid of Iranian refugee Arshan Gul, who has been in limbo in Nottingham for more than seven years and refused asylum.Dozens of messages of support have flooded in for the 25-year-old since the Post told his story and residents have emailed the newsroom to offer their help.Mr Gul – who is classed as a destitute failed asylum seeker – spends nights in parks and mosques and relies on the support of the city's Kurdish community to survive.He fled Iran as a...
  
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• DanRobinson published Spitfires fly over Nottinghamshire to mark Battle of Britain...

  13-08-2015 17:39
  
  Spitfires roared over Nottinghamshire's skies in a scene that evoked memories of the Battle of Britain.Four of the Second World War aircraft were involved in a flypast yesterday to mark the 75th anniversary of a key day in the famous aerial battle.Social media users reported seeing them fly in formation over the city centre, Nottingham Castle, Beeston, Colwick, the Arboretum and University of Nottingham campus.Tim Osborne, a marketing manager at Smart Manufacturing Technology, in Hounds Gate,...
  
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• TracyWalker published Nottingham Post Baby and Toddler of the Year: Amber is no...

  13-08-2015 17:34
  
  Little Amber Braker is no stranger to the camera.The four-year-old has already modelled for Argos and girls' clothes chain I Love Gorgeous.And her mum, Nadine Wood, 26, has had to turn down modelling offers from the likes of Burberry and River Island due to being unable to get to London for shoots at the drop of a hat.But there was no hitch in getting her to Old Market Square, where the Post has a photo booth where entrants of our Baby and Toddler of the Year competition can get snapped.Ms Wood,
  
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• Ricky Andrew relishes Championship challenge with Nottingham Rugby - Nottingham Post

  13-08-2015 17:26
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  Ricky Andrew relishes Championship challenge with Nottingham Rugby
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  Ricky Andrew (right) takes on Glasgow Warriors' Mark Bennett during his time at Ulster before moving to Nottingham. Ricky Andrew relishes Championship challenge with Nottingham Rugby. X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to paste in your ...
  
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• TracyWalker published Smoke drifting across the A453 and River Trent as firefighters...

  13-08-2015 17:23
  
  Smoke has been seen drifting across the River Trent and the A453 as firefighters tackle a corn fire in Clifton Village.
  Some 200 metres of standing corn was said to be "well alight", according to Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service.Farm machinery was used as a blockade to stop the blaze from spreading.A fire service spokeswoman said 13 people dialled 999 to report the incident, which happened on Thursday shortly before 4pm.The fire, in land off Holgate Road, could be seen across...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Ricky Andrew relishes Championship challenge with Nottingham...

  13-08-2015 17:00
  
  Ricky Andrew has already been given glimpses of the challenge ahead in the Championship – and they were often bruising ones.But the 24-year-old full-back is fearless as he prepares to play in the second tier of English rugby for the first time in his career.Ballymena-born Andrew hasjoined Nottingham Rugby from Ulster this summer.And it was playing in the British & Irish Cup for Ulster A that he faced Championship opposition."They beat us up quite a few days!" he...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Non-league football preview and fixtures: Lee Hughes begins life...

  13-08-2015 17:00
  
  A week after the majority of non-league sides got their season up and running, the Evo-Stik Northern League kicks off on Saturday.And 39-year-old former Notts County striker Lee Hughes is set to be in action for his latest new club – Ilkeston FC, who host Skelmersdale United in the Premier Division.The Robins have been casting their eye over the experienced front man in pre-season and Hughes scored after just a minute in their last outing before the season – a 4-2 win at Belper...
  
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• Nottingham Post published FA Cup starts for 368 teams this weekend, with Notts sides...

  13-08-2015 17:00
  
  We may just be one week into the new season but already the road to Wembley and the FA Cup final is beginning.Across the next few days, there will be a staggering 184 ties in the FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round.Great minnow style names like Bedlington Terriers, Erith & Belvedere, Heaton Stannington, Lancing, Wolverhampton Casuals and Wellingborough Whitworths will be involved.Great sounding ties like Walsham Le Willows versus Godmanchester Rovers form part of the busy schedule, with the...
  
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• sherdley published City centre cyclist death: Lorry driver denies causing death by...

  13-08-2015 16:38
  
  The fate of a lorry driver accused of causing the rush-hour death by careless driving of a cyclist in Nottingham will be decided by a jury.In a packed and emotional courtroom today, Adam Stuart Haywood pleaded not guilty to the charge in a DAF CF truck 13 months ago.Wearing a smart grey suit, crisp white shirt and silver-patterned tie, Haywood spoke clearly to confirm his name and enter his plea at Nottingham Crown Court.Louise Wright, 29, had been cycling along Lower Parliament Street, at its..
  
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• A-level results 2015: Students at New College Nottingham take advantage of a ... - Nottingham Post

  13-08-2015 16:26
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  Fiona Kirby, 19, from Heanor recieved A* in biology, A in history and an A in chemistry. SHARE PICTURE. Copy link to paste in your message. Yun-Tang Ng, 30, from Hucknall. SHARE PICTURE. Copy link to paste in your message. Beth Holland, 18, from ...
  
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• JonPritchard published RSPCA appeal after dog Max, 15, abandoned in Sneinton park with...

  13-08-2015 16:15
  
  Could you give a home to an elderly dog who was dumped in a park in Nottingham with no water – and just a bowl of biscuits beside him?Max, a 15-year-old cross-breed, was abandoned at King Edward Park in Sneinton and found by a couple at 10.30am on Saturday.Whoever had dumped him had left some dog biscuits – but no bowl of water so poor Max was thirsty.The RSPCA has traced his microchip back to an address in Sheffield – but had no luck in finding his owners.Susan Hammond was the
  
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• Nottingham Post published Bill Bailey: 'I was reluctant to talk about my personal...

  13-08-2015 15:53
  
  Bill Bailey has booked in a returN to Nottingham next summer on his Limboland Tour. He tells Gabrielle Fagan how he's gradually revealing more of his private life in his comedyEvery time comedian Bill Bailey speaks, a loud shrieking ensues, threatening to drown him out. He simply shrugs."Parrots," he says laconically, by way of explanation. "What can you do? They're very affectionate but noisy and always like to have the last word." Enduring the cacophony and creature chaos -
  
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• TomNorton published ​A-level results 2015: Toot Hill student who had operation days...

  13-08-2015 15:39
  
  Most students spend the final days in the run-up to their exams doing some last minute cramming.But, instead of swatting up, 18-year-old Lucy Bedborough was being rushed to hospital to have her appendix removed.Just four days later the brave teenager was back at her desk to sit her first A-level, despite still being in pain.And yesterday her determination paid off as she was among the dozens of pupils who achieved fantastic results at Toot Hill School in Bingham.Lucy, of Swallow Drive, Bingham,.
  
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• New tram named after Notts County commentator Colin Slater - Nottingham Post

  13-08-2015 15:30
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  New tram named after Notts County commentator Colin Slater
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  Notts County commentator Colin Slater has had his name added to Nottingham's fleet of trams. NET, operator of the Nottingham Tram, names vehicles after famous and inspiring local folk and the latest to join the list is Mr Slater, the voice at Meadow ...
  
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• BenIreland published New tram named after Notts County commentator Colin Slater

  13-08-2015 15:01
  
  A familiar voice on the radio will become a familiar sight on the trams as Notts County commentator Colin Slater has had his name added to Nottingham's fleet.NET, operator of the Nottingham Tram, names vehicles after famous and inspiring local folk and the latest to join the list is Mr Slater, the voice at Meadow Lane for BBC Radio Nottingham since 1968, its first season of broadcasting.The 81-year-old former Post and Nottingham Evening News hack has begun his 57th season reporting on the club,.
  
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• BenIreland commented New tram named after Notts County commentator Colin Slater

  13-08-2015 15:01
  
  A familiar voice on the radio will become a familiar sight on the trams as Notts County commentator Colin Slater has had his name added to Nottingham's fleet.NET, operator of the Nottingham Tram, names vehicles after famous and inspiring local folk and the latest to join the list is Mr Slater, the voice at Meadow Lane for BBC Radio Nottingham since 1968, its first season of broadcasting.The 81-year-old former Post and Nottingham Evening News hack has begun his 57th season reporting on the club,.
  
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• EllieCullen published A-level results 2015: Students at New College Nottingham take...

  13-08-2015 14:48
  
  When former headteacher Michael Jackson left school, he had just two E-grade A-levels to his name.Now he has six A-levels, five degrees and ambitious plans to carry on his lengthy list of qualifications.Yesterday the 57-year-old, of Beeston, picked up his latest exam results at New College Nottingham – with hopes to inspire others that you're never too old to keep learning.He said: "I want to spend the rest of my life studying. I love learning and one of the things I really belive in.
  
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• BenIreland published Nottingham couple to appear in court over 'modern slavery'...

  13-08-2015 14:41
  
  A Nottingham couple who supplied workers to Sports Direct's headquarters in Shirebrook have been charged with what is known as "modern slavery".Dariusz Parczewski, 46, of Aspley, and his wife Bozena Parczewski, 45, have been charged with knowingly requiring another person to perform forced or compulsory labour. The common term for this offence is "modern slavery".Mrs Parczewski has also been charged with 11 counts of fraud.Sports Direct has not been accused of any wrongdoing.
  
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• AlexBritton published Cricket star Graeme Swann sells house in Caythorpe

  13-08-2015 14:33
  
  Nottinghamshire cricketer Graeme Swann is feeling bowled over after property sales specialists Alexanders sold his award-winning family home in Caythorpe.The sports star said he was impressed with the firm after it secured extensive coverage for the custom-built eco-home The Cygnets in the local and national press - generating a number of viewings and leading to a quick sale.Graeme said he'd found the whole sales process remarkably easy.He added: "It was great. Alexanders took all the...
  
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• AlexBritton commented Cricket star Graeme Swann sells house in Caythorpe

  13-08-2015 14:33
  
  Nottinghamshire cricketer Graeme Swann is feeling bowled over after property sales specialists Alexanders sold his award-winning family home in Caythorpe.The sports star said he was impressed with the firm after it secured extensive coverage for the custom-built eco-home The Cygnets in the local and national press - generating a number of viewings and leading to a quick sale.Graeme said he'd found the whole sales process remarkably easy.He added: "It was great. Alexanders took all the...
  
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• Mansfield's aim is progress - Murray

  13-08-2015 13:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mansfield Town boss Adam Murray says he wants the club to progress every season.
  
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• JonPritchard published Residents speak of 'explosion' in Sneinton during house fire

  13-08-2015 13:37
  
  Residents in Sneinton have spoken of an "explosion" which rocked their street during a fire.Neighbours filed out into the street after hearing the loud bang, to see flames licking the front of a house with the bay windows blown out.Reports from eyewitnesses suggest one man had tried to get into the house shortly before the explosion happened at around 6.30pm in Ashfield Road.Police were camped outside the house, which was cordoned off, yesterday afternoon as forensic investigations...
  
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• BenIreland published New homes planned in Stoke Bardolph could increase size of...

  13-08-2015 13:12
  
  Villagers are being consulted over plans to build 16 new houses on green land in Stoke Bardolph, which would increase its size by 20 per cent.The Northern Trust is managing the development of the land in the Gedling village on behalf of Severn Trent Water, which owns the land by Stoke Lane and St Luke's Way.Plans also include converting two of the buildings at Stoke Bardolph Farm, meaning there will be 16 new three, four and five-bedroom homes in total.Residents, who attended a public...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published A level results day 2015: Nottinghamshire students get their...

  13-08-2015 13:02
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest at 150: Flashback: Reds' two seasons in the...

  13-08-2015 13:00
  
  In Nottingham Forest's second and third seasons as a Football League team they also competed in the United Counties League.The first season was in 1893-94 when the competition was split into two groups and the winners played off in a final – which was won by Derby County.Forest came second to Derby in Group B after losing to the Rams – although a win from their final game would have seen them make the final but they drew 0-0 with Derby.The season after the West Midlands sides...
  
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