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• JonPritchard published Trip down memory lane for Forest fans at 150 year book launch

  17-08-2015 23:24
  
  Forest fans were treated to a fascinating insight into the history of the club at the launch of a new book detailing its 150 years.Club historian Don Wright and club legend John McGovern took part in a question and answer session at Waterstones book shop in Bridlesmith Gate to celebrate the release of Forever Forest, The Official 150th Anniversary History of the Original Reds, written by Mr Wright.The author has spent the last year delving into the history of the club to celebrate its...
  
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• Nottingham Post published James Taylor hails century from Billings but admits Notts Outlaws...

  17-08-2015 23:23
  
  James Taylor admits Notts Outlaws were desperately disappointed to see their ten game winning run end at the hands of Kent Spitfires as they slipped to defeat having looked set for another victory.Kent's Sam Billings and Outlaws captain Taylor both hit hundreds but it was the visitors who won by five wickets at Trent Bridge.Despite defeat, Notts have secured a home quarter-final in the Royal London One Day Cup and are well placed to win Group B.However, Taylor (pictured), who hit 109, was...
  
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• JonPritchard published Canning Circus closed off as firefighters battle blaze in...

  17-08-2015 23:19
  
  A major route into the city was closed off last night as firefighters tackled a blaze at a derelict building.Four fire engines, police vehicles and an ambulance were on site as Canning Circus came to a standstill at 9pm. Alfreton Road was closed off, as was much of Canning Circus.A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue said people were reported to be in the building, but they were all accounted for.Witnesses spoke of seeing the two-storey building, believed to be a former shop, with...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest have asked for permission to agree a future...

  17-08-2015 22:55
  
  Nottingham Forest have asked the Football League for permission to agree a future fee for Michael Frey, to help get a loan deal for the striker over the line – and to ensure they do not miss out on signing him permanently in the future.Under the rules of their Financial Fair Play transfer embargo, Forest are not officially allowed to agree a set in stone future fee for any player they sign on loan.But Freedman believes the Lille front man, 22,could make a big impact in the Championship...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest have asked for permission to agree a future...

  17-08-2015 22:55
  
  Nottingham Forest have asked the Football League for permission to agree a future fee for Michael Frey, to help get a loan deal for the striker over the line – and to ensure they do not miss out on signing him permanently in the future.Under the rules of their Financial Fair Play transfer embargo, Forest are not officially allowed to agree a set in stone future fee for any player they sign on loan.But Freedman believes the Lille front man, 22,could make a big impact in the Championship...
  
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• MattDavies published Notts Outlaws v Kent Spitfires: Royal London One Day Cup match...

  17-08-2015 22:30
  
  The last time cricket was played at Trent Bridge, Australia collapsed in catastrophic fashion as they surrendered the Ashes.Notts Outlaws matched them in surprisingly, costly fashion as they lost by five wickets to Kent Spitfires with eight balls remaining.The hosts surrendered their ten match winning run, bizarrely losing their last six wickets for four runs in ten balls, a cascade which included a hat-trick for Matt ColesThis was no repeat of Australia's 60 all out as Notts posted an imposing.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Charlton have found the right blueprint for success in the...

  17-08-2015 21:00
  
  What Charlton may lack in glamour or financial clout, they make up for in team spirit and unity. Their corner of the capital might not be as salubrious as Chelsea or Arsenal, but they are slowly building a positive reputation for themselves regardless.So much so that, when it comes to a blueprint for success in the Championship, Dougie Freedman believes Guy Luzon's side have set the bar for Nottingham Forest, when it comes to establishing an ethos that is adhered to throughout the club.Freedman.
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Charlton have found the right blueprint for success in the...

  17-08-2015 21:00
  
  What Charlton may lack in glamour or financial clout, they make up for in team spirit and unity. Their corner of the capital might not be as salubrious as Chelsea or Arsenal, but they are slowly building a positive reputation for themselves regardless.So much so that, when it comes to a blueprint for success in the Championship, Dougie Freedman believes Guy Luzon's side have set the bar for Nottingham Forest, when it comes to establishing an ethos that is adhered to throughout the club.Freedman.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Kelvin Wilson: It is vital Nottingham Forest build on Rotherham...

  17-08-2015 20:12
  
  Kelvin Wilson says it is vital for Nottingham Forest to build on Saturday's win over Rotherham, by notching up their first back-to-back wins since late February.Charlton visit the City Ground on Tuesday night and defender Wilson (pictured) says Dougie Freedman's side are looking forward to the game – as it will give them the opportunity to step out of the shadow left by their poor form at the end of last season.Forest didn't win any of their last eight fixtures – and suffered two...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Kelvin Wilson: It is vital Nottingham Forest build on Rotherham...

  17-08-2015 20:12
  
  Kelvin Wilson says it is vital for Nottingham Forest to build on Saturday's win over Rotherham, by notching up their first back-to-back wins since late February.Charlton visit the City Ground on Tuesday night and defender Wilson (pictured) says Dougie Freedman's side are looking forward to the game – as it will give them the opportunity to step out of the shadow left by their poor form at the end of last season.Forest didn't win any of their last eight fixtures – and suffered two...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County ace Blair Adams keen to make amends for Mansfield...

  17-08-2015 20:11
  
  A derby defeat to Mansfield has left Notts County fans with afew bruised egos.But defender Blair Adams is keen to heal the pain by taking three points from Oxford United.The Magpies have a 100 per cent record away from Meadow Lane so far this season and will hope to make it three out of three on the road.Adams said there is no better incentive for the players given the heartache of the 2-0 defeat against the Stags last Friday."Losing to Mansfield stings a lot because it meant so much to...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest v Charlton Athletic: Match in focus at the City...

  17-08-2015 20:00
  
  Talking tacticsDougie Freedman's attitude may well prove to be 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it'.The Scotsman was probably previously itching to give Daniel Pinillos his first opportunity to showcase his abilities, after finally getting clearance for the Spaniard to play late last week.But, following Michael Mancienne's performance at left-back against Rotherham, the former Cordoba man may have to wait a little while longer for his chance in the side.Mancienne was included to counter the high,..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Alan Smith will keep pushing Liam Noble for a place in midfield...

  17-08-2015 19:54
  
  Alan Smith has been confined to a spectator role so far this season. But do not for one minute think that means he is winding down.The Notts County midfielder plays as big a role on the sidelines as he does whenever he patrols the pitch. Only last week, Liam Noble thanked Smith for making him a better player, and boss Ricardo Moniz has paid tribute to the 34-year-old's leadership skills.Smith admits he enjoys playing his part in helping to develop the Magpies' next generation.But crossing the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Mansfield boss Adam Murray warns against Accrington complacency

  17-08-2015 19:48
  
  Adam Murray hopes Mansfield Town will do a "professional job" on Accrington Stanley as he warned his players not to be fooled by the pundits tipping them for relegation.The Stags are hoping to maintain their unbeaten record in League Two against Stanley tomorrow night, with John Coleman's side having taken one point from two games.Again some pundits have tipped John Coleman's side to be relegation certainties given the low crowds and budgets to match.But as Murray takes his side to the...
  
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• JonPritchard published Just The Job: '3D chess' just one of the tasks for East Midlands...

  17-08-2015 19:32
  
  The hours spent waiting for a flight at East Midlands Airport can be filled in a variety of ways.But have you ever stopped to think about all the work that is going on behind the scenes?From the travel agents who organise the trips to the aviation experts who make sure the planes take off and land safely – there is a lot going on.And that's without considering the thousands of parcels and packages that pass through every year.One of those who helps ensure planes take off and land safely is
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Sports Awards 2015: Who will skate away with the first...

  17-08-2015 19:05
  
  To mark the achievements of the Nottingham Panthers, a new category is being introduced this year into the Nottingham Sports Awards.The Nottingham Ice Hockey Player of the Year Awards, sponsored by Purpose Media, will recognise a player for the Panthers orany of the successful amateur or female teams that also ply their trade from the fantastic National Ice Centre and at national level.While the Panthers take all the headlines with the high-profile silverware-laden seasons they have enjoyed in..
  
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• TracyWalker published Nottingham designer is asked to create corsets for Kylie Minogue

  17-08-2015 18:54
  
  Designer Susi Henson is feeling Lucky, Lucky, Lucky after being commissioned to create two corsets for pop superstar Kylie Minogue.Susi, who runs Eternal Spirits, in Stoney Street, in Nottingham's Creative Quarter, was asked by the pop princess's stylist to make the pieces for the singer to wear during promotional photo shoots for her Christmas album. The 38-year-old, who has ran her corsetry, lingerie, loungewear, bridalwear and eveningwear business for 13 years, said: "I was a proper...
  
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• TracyWalker commented Nottingham designer is asked to create corsets for Kylie Minogue

  17-08-2015 18:54
  
  Designer Susi Henson is feeling Lucky, Lucky, Lucky after being commissioned to create two corsets for pop superstar Kylie Minogue.Susi, who runs Eternal Spirits, in Stoney Street, in Nottingham's Creative Quarter, was asked by the pop princess's stylist to make the pieces for the singer to wear during promotional photo shoots for her Christmas album. The 38-year-old, who has ran her corsetry, lingerie, loungewear, bridalwear and eveningwear business for 13 years, said: "I was a proper...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Non-league football round-up: Basford United prioritise clean...

  17-08-2015 18:45
  
  Basford United play their first home game in step eight of the football pyramid tomorrow night (7.45pm), when Lincoln United visit Greenwich Avenue.Fresh from Saturday's 1-0 win at Gresley in Evo-Stik League Division One South, Basford will be looking to build on that performance against a strong Lincoln side.Manager Martin Carruthers (pictured) will be hopeful for the full return of last season's top scorer Reuben Wiggins-Thomas, after the striker came off the bench at Gresley, while Blair...
  
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• PMBlackburn published Talented swimmer and liver transplant survivor goes for gold at...

  17-08-2015 18:19
  
  A TALENTED swimmer is preparing to fly to Argentina to take on the world's best athletes.Emma Redgate, who fought back from a life-threatening illness and two liver transplants, will be representing team Great Britain at the World Transplant Games.The 14-year-old from Radcliffe-on-Trent recently returned home from the national games in Newcastle where she won two gold medals and four silver medals.And now she hopes to emulate her idol Rebecca Adlington by taking her place on the podium in South.
  
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• PMBlackburn commented Talented swimmer and liver transplant survivor goes for gold at...

  17-08-2015 18:19
  
  A TALENTED swimmer is preparing to fly to Argentina to take on the world's best athletes.Emma Redgate, who fought back from a life-threatening illness and two liver transplants, will be representing team Great Britain at the World Transplant Games.The 14-year-old from Radcliffe-on-Trent recently returned home from the national games in Newcastle where she won two gold medals and four silver medals.And now she hopes to emulate her idol Rebecca Adlington by taking her place on the podium in South.
  
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• EllieCullen published Britain's Got Talent 'misled' viewers over stunt dog, Ofcom rules

  17-08-2015 17:42
  
  Ofcom has ruled that viewers were 'misled' over the use of a stunt-double dog that helped Jules O'Dwyer and Matisse win the final of Britain's Got Talent.The broadcasting regulator received more than 1,175 complaints following the programme and launched an investigation over the use of a second dog, named Chase, to perform and impressive high rope walk stunt.The performance was viewed by 13 million people in the final, which saw Matisse crowned overall champion for 2015.But after winning, Ms...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Oxford United v Notts County: Match in focus

  17-08-2015 17:32
  
  Talking tacticsIn the two away games they have played so far, Notts County have proven they are a very good team on the counter attack.Wins over Stevenage and Huddersfield underlined as much, and boss Ricardo Moniz will be eager for a repeat at Oxford tonight.The pace of Julian Jenner and Kyle De Silva gives them a good outlet and with a terrific pitch at the Kassam, it will certainly suit Notts' more technically adept players.The problems only really start when teams sit back and invite Notts..
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Oxford United v Notts County: Match in focus

  17-08-2015 17:32
  
  Talking tacticsIn the two away games they have played so far, Notts County have proven they are a very good team on the counter attack.Wins over Stevenage and Huddersfield underlined as much, and boss Ricardo Moniz will be eager for a repeat at Oxford tonight.The pace of Julian Jenner and Kyle De Silva gives them a good outlet and with a terrific pitch at the Kassam, it will certainly suit Notts' more technically adept players.The problems only really start when teams sit back and invite Notts..
  
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• TomNorton published Rotary clubs unite in support of Post's Good Deeds campaign

  17-08-2015 17:31
  
  For the members of Nottinghamshire's rotary clubs, giving up their free time for others is fundamental to what they do.Made up of some of the busiest names in local business, they help raise thousands for good causes and work on hundreds of community projects.Now, clubs from across the county are joining in support of the Post's Good Deeds Notts campaign, which aims to get 1,000 people to promise to do an act of kindness over the next 12 months.Tony Mellor is membership chairman for the Rotary..
  
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• TomNorton published Record-breaking number of bars in Nottingham rated top quality

  17-08-2015 17:10
  
  A RECORD number of Nottingham bars and nightspots have received a top industry title.Some 51 licensed venues were handed the Best Bar None gong - a scheme aimed at ensuring responsible barkeeping. To receive the award, bars have to show that they are safe, well run, and prevent crime and public disorder.The successful bars are invited to the Best Bar None awards ceremony and also receive extra promotion. Dan Carver, director of Market Bar, the Forum, Das Kino, Bowery Club and The Bunker, which..
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County confirm Aston Villa cup date

  17-08-2015 17:09
  
  Notts County have confirmed the date for the Capital One Cup clash against Aston Villa.The Magpies will travel to Villa Park for the eagerly anticipated encounter on Tuesday, August 25, with a 7.45pm kick-off.Birmingham are at home to Gillingham on the same night which had prompted concerns that one club would have to switch their fixture to a Wednesday.But West Midlands Police have confirmed they have no reservations about both games being played.Ticket details are yet to be announced with the.
  
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• JonPritchard published Wheelie bin fire in Sutton-in-Ashfield investigated by police

  17-08-2015 16:20
  
  Police would like to speak to anyone who may have information about a wheelie bin fire that was started in Sutton-in-Ashfield on Sunday.It is believed the fire was started some time between 4am and 5am outside a house in Milldale Walk in the town.The flames and smoke caused damaged to the outside of the windows of the property.Anyone with any information is asked to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 217 of 16 August, 2015.
  
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• TracyWalker published NSPCC Coffee Morning Challenge: President opens up her home for...

  17-08-2015 16:00
  
  A chance for a chinwag and a look back at more than 50 years of volunteering to help protect vulnerable children.Those were the highlights of a coffee morning held by Jenny Farr, the president of the Nottingham branch of the NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children).And the gathering raised a massive £1,200."Coffee, chat, and children, that was the way I saw it," said the 82-year-old, who has been involved with the charity for 57 years.The...
  
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• JonPritchard published Police put out social media appeal... for the owner of some...

  17-08-2015 16:00
  
  Nottinghamshire Police have put out an appeal on social media to contact a holidaymaker who had lost her Belgian chocolates.A post of the force's Facebook page said a holidaymaker from Nottinghamshire had contacted them after she returned home from Belgium but had lost her chocolates on the way.The missing chocolates were found by a man who is now looking to reunite the tasty treat with their owner. Belgium is famed as a mecca for chocolate making, and is an important part of their culture and..
  
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• JonPritchard commented Police put out social media appeal... for the owner of some...

  17-08-2015 16:00
  
  Nottinghamshire Police have put out an appeal on social media to contact a holidaymaker who had lost her Belgian chocolates.A post of the force's Facebook page said a holidaymaker from Nottinghamshire had contacted them after she returned home from Belgium but had lost her chocolates on the way.The missing chocolates were found by a man who is now looking to reunite the tasty treat with their owner. Belgium is famed as a mecca for chocolate making, and is an important part of their culture and..
  
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• JonPritchard published Woman rescued after flat fire in Carlton

  17-08-2015 15:52
  
  A woman in her 40s had to be rescued from a flat in Carlton after a fire broke out at the property.Crews from Carlton, Arnold and Central fire stations attended the incident in Valley Road at around 11.45am on Monday.It is believed the fire was started due to cooking that was left unattended. A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue said a female in her 40s was rescued from the property by crews and was treated at the scene by East Midlands Ambulance Service for smoke inhalation. She was.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest at 150: Flashback: The day the Reds scored 14...

  17-08-2015 15:34
  
  January 17, 1891, was the day Nottingham Forest made FA Cup history by beating top amateur side Clapton Orient 14-0.Sandy Higgins, who had been doubtful through injury before the tie, bagged five of the goals.The veteran Tinsley Lindley helped himself to four and Neil McCallum and Basford-born Arthur Shaw both scored twice. It was a record score for an away side that stood for 114 years. The Forest team that memorable day was: Brown, Earp, Scott, Smith (A), Russell, Jeacock, McCallum, Smith (W),
  
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• sherdley published Cannabis farmer picked up tips from YouTube

  17-08-2015 15:31
  
  A cannabis farmer picked up tips from YouTube videos to nurture his crop of 43 plants in his bedroom in The Meadows, a court heard.Jobless Samuel Smith pleaded guilty to producing the drug between January 1 and May 14 this year.Before he was sentenced at Nottingham Crown Court yesterday, the judge was told Smith – a user of cannabis since the tender age of 13 – started his grow from user-generated videos on the YouTube site."He accepted he was the sole occupier of the property...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Robin Hood and young bookworms celebrate reopening of Arnold...

  17-08-2015 15:24
  
  There was not a video game or iPad in sight as dozens of young bookworms enjoyed the reopening of Arnold Library today.People flocked from far and wide to get a glimpse of the £300,000 improvements – with regular users describing it as 'unrecognisable'.The library, which closed in January, now boasts £40,000 worth of new books, a gift shop, small cafe and study section.The building has also benefited from new windows, sun panels and LED lighting throughout.Linda Turner, team...
  
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• TracyWalker published Nottingham Post Baby of the Year: Bukola's baby can't wait!

  17-08-2015 14:10
  
  Heavily pregnant mum Bukola Alabi could easily have had two entrants in the Post's Baby and Toddler of the Year competition instead of one."I'm due any day - it might be right now," she warned.The 37-year-old, of South Snape Close, Bulwell, was at our photo booth in Old Market Square yesterday to enter her 15-month-old son Joshua Oduwaiye into the event.The full-time mum, whose partner, 41-year-old security worker Adeyemi Oduwaiye, was also at the booth, is due to give birth to a girl...
  
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• EllieCullen published Nottingham Forest glory years

  17-08-2015 13:50
  
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• Nottingham Post published Wicked Whispers: Eric Lichaj admits Rotherham should have had...

  17-08-2015 13:28
  
  Eric Lichaj has admitted Rotherham United should have had a penalty against Nottingham Forest on Saturday, according to former Red Danny Collins.The Reds bagged their first win of the new season at the City Ground as they came from behind to win 2-1.Collins had opened the scoring inside the first 15 minutes against his old club, before Matt Mills grabbed an equaliser on the stroke of half-time.But the second half had barely got underway when the Millers argued they should have had a spot-kick,..
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Wicked Whispers: Eric Lichaj admits Rotherham should have had...

  17-08-2015 13:28
  
  Eric Lichaj has admitted Rotherham United should have had a penalty against Nottingham Forest on Saturday, according to former Red Danny Collins.The Reds bagged their first win of the new season at the City Ground as they came from behind to win 2-1.Collins had opened the scoring inside the first 15 minutes against his old club, before Matt Mills grabbed an equaliser on the stroke of half-time.But the second half had barely got underway when the Millers argued they should have had a spot-kick,..
  
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• BenIreland published Nottingham mum flies to Greece to help Syrian refugees stranded...

  17-08-2015 13:07
  
  A mum-of-three is flying to Greece to help the thousands of refugees from war-torn Syria stranded on the party island of Kos.Rachel Miller, of Cinderhill, is asking for donations to help her on her mission to provide bottled water, clothes, underwear, toothbrushes and sanitary products for the adults and children.Mrs Miller has already made trips to Turkey to help refugees fleeing in terror from ISIS."I feel heartbroken," said the former social worker. "They are just four hours...
  
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• BenIreland commented Nottingham mum flies to Greece to help Syrian refugees stranded...

  17-08-2015 13:07
  
  A mum-of-three is flying to Greece to help the thousands of refugees from war-torn Syria stranded on the party island of Kos.Rachel Miller, of Cinderhill, is asking for donations to help her on her mission to provide bottled water, clothes, underwear, toothbrushes and sanitary products for the adults and children.Mrs Miller has already made trips to Turkey to help refugees fleeing in terror from ISIS."I feel heartbroken," said the former social worker. "They are just four hours...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Toddler's 'fart blaster' toy confiscated at airport - for being a...

  17-08-2015 12:28
  
  A toddler was left distraught after jobsworth airport staff confiscated his Minion "Fart Blaster" - because it was deemed a security risk. Little Leo Fitzpatrick, three, was travelling home from a trip to see his mum's family in Dublin when his Despicable Me toy showed up on the x-ray machine.Officials asked his mum Daire, 25, to empty his backpack and revealed the plastic megaphone toy which makes loud fart noises when the trigger is pulled.But the family, from Nottingham, were...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Waterfront Festival 2015: Gallery 3

  17-08-2015 12:20
  
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• NottmPostEG published Waterfront Festival 2015: Gallery 2

  17-08-2015 12:15
  
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• NottmPostEG published Waterfront Festival 2015: Gallery 1

  17-08-2015 12:10
  
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• Nottingham Caribbean Carnival is this weekend - Nottingham Post

  17-08-2015 12:10
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  Nottingham Caribbean Carnival is this weekend
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  With riots of music and dance and a parade of performers in colourful costumes that sweep the floor and fan the sky, you could be forgiven for thinking you're in the heart of Brazil or the Caribbean this weekend. It's the return of the annual ...and more »
  

• EllieCullen published Police still hunting missing 15-year-old girl

  17-08-2015 12:06
  
  Police are continuing to appeal for information as they become increasingly concerned for the welfare of a 15-year-old girl.Trang Nguyen was reported missing from the Wollaton area on Friday night.The teenager, who is originally from Vietnam, was last seen at around 7.40pm on Friday.She is described as of medium build with light brown hair, tied up with a fringe.She also has two distinctive tattoos - one of the word "family" on her right hand and another on her right foot.Trang was...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Caribbean Carnival is this weekend

  17-08-2015 11:45
  
  With riots of music and dance and a parade of performers in colourful costumes that sweep the floor and fan the sky, you could be forgiven for thinking you're in the heart of Brazil or the Caribbean this weekend.It's the return of the annual celebration of Afro-Caribbean culture known as the Caribbean Carnival. It was first held in Nottingham in 1958 but in its current format this will be the 16th consecutive year.2015 sees a couple of changes from the usual one-dayer at the Forest Recreation...
  
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• EllieCullen published Worst baby names from last year revealed

  17-08-2015 10:56
  
  When it comes to naming a baby, some new parents go down the traditional route.Think Jack, Emily or the old favourites of Oliver and Olivia.But others like to be a little bit different.Ever since Gwyneth Paltrow named her daughter Apple, it seems unusual baby names have been on the rise.And now some of the worst choices have been revealed in data supplied by the US department of social security.Among them are Lucky, Styles (perhaps after Harry Styles, of boyband One Direction fame) and Awesome..
  
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• NottmPostEG published Iron Maiden man's British Lion band, Rescue Rooms: review

  17-08-2015 09:47
  
  It's all too easy to refer to British Lion as Steve Harris's British Lion, but watching them at Rescue Rooms on Sunday night, it's clear that's not the case.
  They are a band in their own right: not a solo project, not Harris's band, but British Lion, a fine rock act all by themselves.
  Of course Harris grabs the headlines and the post-gig selfies – he is, after all, the man who founded Iron Maiden, one of the biggest, global bands the world has ever seen – but the rest of the group...
  
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