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• Nottingham Post published In pictures: Grow Your Own day

  06-09-2015 23:57
  
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• TracyWalker published World's Hottest Naan Challenge proves too much for Sandiacre...

  06-09-2015 23:24
  
  Soldiers Garry Metcalfe and Gary McBride have seen action in hotspots around the world.But what proved too much for the Royal Engineers was a swelter of an Indian food challenge.The pair were among seven strapping men who took part in the World's Hottest Naan Challenge, at the India Food to Go takeaway, in Derby Road, Sandiacre, on Sunday night.A crowd of around 100 people gathered to witness the hardy souls tackle a fiery naan bread, filled with a paste of the most angry chillies including the.
  
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• TracyWalker published Tributes to brave former Army pilot who lost 10-year battle with...

  06-09-2015 23:09
  
  A courageous former Army pilot nicknamed "Dangerous Dave" due to his daring feats in the skies has lost a 10-year battle with cancer.Emotional tributes have been paid to David Donovan, who served with the Army Air Corps for 22 years until the illness forced him to be medically discharged in 2008.The 45-year-old dad-of-three, who was born to Gerald and Vera Donovan and grew up in Forest Fields, had served in numerous places including Germany, Brunei and Northern Ireland and helped to...
  
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• TracyWalker published Firefighters tackle ten-tonne hay baler fire

  06-09-2015 22:52
  
  Firefighters were tackling a fire in a barn on Sunday night.Crews from the West Bridgford, Central and East Leake fire stations were sent to Kinoulton Lane at Owthorpe, near Cotgrave, where a 10-tonne hay baler was on fire inside a 10-metre by 30-metre barn.The fire broke out at around 6.30pm and crews were still at the scene at 10pm.The flames were being left to burn out.A hose reel jet and thermal imaging camera were used in the operation.Earlier in the day, firefighters from Long Eaton were..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts Outlaws have 50/50 chance in cup semi-final at The Oval,...

  06-09-2015 22:45
  
  Mick Newell admits he would be more confident in Notts Outlaws' chances of beating Surrey had the Royal London One Day Cup semi-final been at Trent Bridge.However, Notts will be at The Oval for an 11.30am start on Monday morning as they look for a second cup final appearance in three years, against Gloucestershire, who beat Yorkshire on the weekend.The director of cricket said: "If the game were here we'd be stronger favourites. Being there I think it's a 50/50 game."We are expecting...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Basketball: Teenager Mitchell ready for season with Nottingham...

  06-09-2015 21:45
  
  Nottingham Hoods club captain Bruce Lauder says the clubare "privileged" to have a player of Luke Mitchell's "calibre" playing for them.The Hoods start their new basketball season on Saturday at home to Ipswich in the Patron's Cup (8pm).And Nottingham-born England U18 star Luke Mitchell will be part of the line-up.Mitchell, 17, goes into the season on the backof a busy summer for the point guard as he played in England U18s' nine games in 11 days at the FIBA European...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Chelsea 2 Notts County Ladies 1: Match report and reaction

  06-09-2015 19:39
  
  Notts County Ladies were unable to get revenge on Chelsea as they went down 2-1 in the FA WSL 1 at Staines Town.The Lady Pies went into the match looking to turn the tables, after Chelsea Ladies beat them 1-0 at the start of August to win the FA Cup final at Wembley.In the end, goals from defenders Claire Rafferty and Gilly Flaherty edged Chelsea closer to the league title.The hosts took the lead at the end of a scrappy opening quarter when Hannah Blundell's right-wing cross found Rafferty in...
  
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• DanRussell published Fun and games at the 25th Gedling Show

  06-09-2015 19:28
  
  Classic cars, bouncy castles and more than 150 different stalls were the order of the day at the 25th Gedling Show.Families flocked to the Richard Herrod Centre in Foxhill Road, Carlton, to make the most of the sunshine and entertainment.For Kaci Angyar it was all about the dog show and trying out the games.The nine-year-old Coppice Farm Primary School pupil, of Arnold, said: "I have had a really good go on the tombola and won a lot of prizes."Dangerous Steve was in the arena doing...
  
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• TomNorton published Ilkeston pub the Three Horseshoes gets the craft beer buzz

  06-09-2015 19:25
  
  The craft beer revolution has arrived in Ilkeston following the renovation of one of its most popular pubs.The Three Horseshoes in Derby Road has undergone the transformation, with five new craft beers, six traditional ciders and 30 whiskeys now on sale.The work was completed on Saturday and the bar has been extended to include space for extra pipes.Landlord Scott Ryder, head of sales at Castle Rock, has been running the pub for the past 18 months with his wife Lisa, following the building's...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Cornish Pirates 18 Nottingham Rugby 14: Match report

  06-09-2015 19:00
  
  Nottingham Rugby battled their way to a losing bonus point in a low-scoring affair away to Cornish Pirates in the Greene King IPA Championship season opener in the Mennaye Field sunshine.Only three points were seen in a close first half before the Green and Whites scored seconds after the restart.But the sin-binning of Greens prop and former Pirates dual-registered player Kieran Davies, one of nine players making their first starts for their new club, saw the game swing into the home side's...
  
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• TomNorton published Nottinghamshire speed cameras location for w/c September 7

  06-09-2015 18:45
  
  Don't want to get papped for going too fast? Here is your list of mobile Nottinghamshire speed cameras for the week:A60 Nottingham Rd, Mansfield New Mill Lane/ Sandlands Way, Mansfield Woodhouse B6030 Sherwood Hall Rd/Clipstone Rd, Mansfield B6018 Sutton Rd, Kirkby in Ashfield A6191 Southwell Rd West, Mansfield A60 Carlton in Lindrick/Costhorpe B6040 Retford Rd, Worksop 40 limit section A612 Main Road, Upton A17 Sleaford Road, Coddington A60, Spion Kop, Notts A52 (T) Clifton Boulevard,...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Double silver at School Games is perfect preparation for Worlds...

  06-09-2015 18:45
  
  Widmerpool sprinter Sophie Hahn believes the Sainsbury's 2015 School Games was the perfect preparation for the upcoming IPC World Championships after claiming double silver in Manchester.Hahn produced two strong performances at the Regional Athletics Centre to finish second behind Scottish athlete Maria Lyle in the ambulant girls 100m and 200m.The 18-year-old will now turn her attention to next month's IPC Worlds in Doha where she is hoping to defend the T38 100m title she won in Lyon in...
  
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• Cornish Pirates hit back to open season with win against Nottingham - West Briton

  06-09-2015 18:44
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  Cornish Pirates hit back to open season with win against Nottingham
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  CORNISH Pirates made an encouraging start to the new Greene King IPA Championship season with a hard-fought victory in the Mennaye sunshine, writes Nigel Waldron. Scoring two tries while former Pirates loose-head prop Kieran Davies was in the ...
  

• Chelsea Ladies 2-1 Notts County Ladies

  06-09-2015 17:11 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Women's Super League One leaders Chelsea keep their title hopes in their own hands with a home win over Notts County.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Newark fighter aims to win first MMA title in Dublin later this...

  06-09-2015 16:26
  
  Newark's Regis Sugden will be looking to add another first to his list of accolades later this month when he takes on Alan Philpott for the Lonsdale Bantamweight title on the card of BAMMA 22 in Dublin.With three consecutive victories in the BAMMA cage already under his belt, the Suggy's Gym striking sensation is confident fans will see him make it four in a row and secure his first MMA title since turning pro last December.Ahead of the bout on Saturday, September 19, the 19-year-old has...
  
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• TracyWalker published Police appeal after woman suffers face and head injuries in city...

  06-09-2015 16:25
  
  Police want to speak to the woman pictured in connection with a city centre assault.The victim of the incident, which happened at Red Bar in Talbot Street, suffered injuries to her face and head.The woman pictured is described as white, around 5ft 4in tall and aged between 25 and 30. She is of slim build with long, black hair in a side ponytail. She was wearing a coral top and skinny dark jeans.The assault happened around 1.45am on Sunday, August 9, but police have only just released these...
  
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• TomNorton published 15 things people born in Nottingham in 2015 won't appreciate

  06-09-2015 16:22
  
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• Future of Beeston BID in doubt - Nottingham Post

  06-09-2015 16:17
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  Future of Beeston BID in doubt
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  Beeston BID officials say events organised by them such as the recent Beeston Bay extravaganza – an alternative community event to Nottingham's Riviera – have also successfully tapped into the town's thriving community spirit. Future of Beeston BID in ...
  

• Nottingham Post published Absence of Hales and Taylor for semi-final gives someone chance...

  06-09-2015 16:03
  
  Riki Wessels will be hoping to continue proving his value at the top of the order when it comes to the crunch as Notts Outlaws take on Surrey tomorrow (11.30am).Going into this season, Wessels averaged 30 in List A cricket for Notts as he batted in the middle order. He has 396 runs at an average of 49 in the Royal London One Day Cup this year though, having been pushed up to open.Alex Hales and captain James Taylor miss Monday's semi-final at The Oval due to England duty, meaning Wessels needs..
  
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• TracyWalker published Future of Beeston BID in doubt

  06-09-2015 15:49
  
  Businesses have given mixed reviews on whether an organisation set up to raise a town's profile should continue.Beeston Improvement District (BID) was launched in 2011 to try to improve prospects for independent traders.But its five-year contract expires at the end of December and will only be renewed if businesses and other bodies vote accordingly.The BID has unveiled a new business plan for 2016-2020 which aims to "unlock Beeston's potential". If re-elected, the BID will invest...
  
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• TomNorton published In pictures: Queen Elizabeth II in Nottingham

  06-09-2015 15:49
  
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• MattDavies published Injury forces Imran Tahir to leave Nottinghamshire

  06-09-2015 14:55
  
  Notts Outlaws have been dealt a major blow ahead of their Royal London One Day Cup semi-final against Surrey after Imran Tahir was forced to leave the club.The leg spinner was set to return for the rest of the season, starting at the Oval on Monday, after missing four games to play for South Africa.However, he has suffered an upper thigh problem which the Proteas camp are adamant must be treated by them before they tour India next month.Notts director of cricket Mick Newell said: "South...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Non-league round-up and results: Jordan Robertson scores on...

  06-09-2015 14:00
  
  Alfreton Town notched their first away win of the National League North campaign, coming from behind to beat Chorley 2-1.The hosts went in front just past the half hour mark, but the Reds turned it around with two strikes in the space of three second half minutes.John Johnston netted his first league goal for the club in the 75th minute, latching on to a defence-splitting pass from Sam Jones before rounding the goalkeeper.And Jordan Robertson scored on his debut, turning on the edge of the area.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts Premier League: Kimberley Institute crowned champions as...

  06-09-2015 13:06
  
  Kimberley Institute have been crowned the 2015 Nottinghamshire Cricket Board Premier League champions.They secured the title, in the penultimate round of matches, despite a 64-run defeat at Clifton Village.The home side were put in to bat and Richard Harrison (32) and Aitizaz Khan (70 from 55 balls)shared in a 109-run partnership to reach 111 for one.'Nelson' would strike, however, and have lasting consequences as only Adam Shepherd (39) provided much further resistance as Clifton lost nine...
  
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• VIDEO: Blind drivers take to the track

  06-09-2015 13:04 via bbc.co.uk
  
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• Kenny Burns: Notts County need to sort out their defence - Nottingham Post

  06-09-2015 12:58
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  Kenny Burns: Notts County need to sort out their defence
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  But I have to say, their defence isn't the strongest. I can see that back four conceding a lot more goals. I know Ricardo Moniz wants to play attacking football, but you have to cut your cloth accordingly. They are in League Two. They're not Barcelona ...
  

• Nottingham Post published Kenny Burns: Notts County need to sort out their defence

  06-09-2015 12:50
  
  Notts County will definitely score goals with Izale McLeod and Jon Stead up front.But they will also concede them, which is the most worrying thing.I watched their Johnstone's Paint Trophy win over Mansfield last Tuesday night and was impressed by their tricky little winger, Adam Campbell. He was quick and caused problems. And when McLeod is fully fit, he will be dangerous.But I have to say, their defence isn't the strongest. I can see that back four conceding a lot more goals.I know Ricardo...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Kenny Burns: Notts County need to sort out their defence

  06-09-2015 12:50
  
  Notts County will definitely score goals with Izale McLeod and Jon Stead up front.But they will also concede them, which is the most worrying thing.I watched their Johnstone's Paint Trophy win over Mansfield last Tuesday night and was impressed by their tricky little winger, Adam Campbell. He was quick and caused problems. And when McLeod is fully fit, he will be dangerous.But I have to say, their defence isn't the strongest. I can see that back four conceding a lot more goals.I know Ricardo...
  
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• Kenny Burns: Michail Antonio's exit gives someone else a chance at Nottingham ... - Nottingham Post

  06-09-2015 12:43
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  Kenny Burns: Michail Antonio's exit gives someone else a chance at Nottingham ...
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  Even though Nottingham Forest have lost Michail Antonio, I think we've got a big selection of players now. Especially, hopefully, with one or two coming back from injury. When one door closes, another one opens. It gives someone else a chance now that ...
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• Nottingham Post published Kenny Burns: Michail Antonio's exit gives someone else a chance...

  06-09-2015 11:57
  
  Even though Nottingham Forest have lost Michail Antonio, I think we've got a big selection of players now.Especially, hopefully, with one or two coming back from injury.When one door closes, another one opens. It gives someone else a chance now that Antonio has gone.It is frustrating the fans have had to wait for the last three players to be confirmed. Supporters want to see new players coming in – it gives everyone a buzz. I don't know much about Nelson Oliveira and Ryan Mendes, but I've.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest striker Tyler Walker marks England Under-20s...

  06-09-2015 11:40
  
  Nottingham Forest striker Tyler Walker marked his England Under-20s debut with a brace in a 5-0 victory over Czech Republic.The 18-year-old helped Keith Downing's side get their season off to a winning start at St George's Park, in a behind closed doors match, opening the scoring with two goals in the space of two minutes.A late call-up to the squad, Walker netted his first with 23 minutes gone, following a corner from Brandon Barker.The second saw him finish off good link-up play between Barker
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest striker Tyler Walker marks England Under-20s...

  06-09-2015 11:40
  
  Nottingham Forest striker Tyler Walker marked his England Under-20s debut with a brace in a 5-0 victory over Czech Republic.The 18-year-old helped Keith Downing's side get their season off to a winning start at St George's Park, in a behind closed doors match, opening the scoring with two goals in the space of two minutes.A late call-up to the squad, Walker netted his first with 23 minutes gone, following a corner from Brandon Barker.The second saw him finish off good link-up play between Barker
  
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• DanRussell published World Beard Day: Your pictures

  06-09-2015 11:24
  
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• Review: Alan Carr, Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall - Nottingham Post

  06-09-2015 10:48
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  Review: Alan Carr, Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall
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  Bespecled comedian Alan Carr had the packed-out Royal Concert Hall audience belly-laughing from the get go. The 39-year-old, who was born in Dorset but grew up in Northampton, took time away from his Channel Four television show Chatty Man to scoop ...
  

• JemmaPage published Review: Alan Carr, Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall

  06-09-2015 10:30
  
  Bespecled comedian Alan Carr had the packed-out Royal Concert Hall audience belly-laughing from the get go.The 39-year-old, who was born in Dorset but grew up in Northampton, took time away from his Channel Four television show Chatty Man to scoop the Nottingham audience up in the palm of his hand for the entire two-hour set. Having never seen Carr's stand-up comedy, but being a big fan of his uber-successful chat show, I was excited to see the award-winner.And I wasn't disappointed as his...
  
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• DanRussell published New Nottinghamshire nature reserve named

  06-09-2015 10:12
  
  The announcement of a new nature reserve has been welcomed by people in Trowell.The Pit Lane area of the village will become the 15th site in Broxtowe Borough to be awarded Local Nature Reserve status.A management plan has been prepared by Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust to consider ways of improving the site for wildlife without impacting on the many sports and recreational activities which currently take place.Drew Butler has lived in the village for 14 years.The 52-year-old, of Northern Drive,
  
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• DanRussell published Nottinghamshire weather: Sunday, September 6

  06-09-2015 09:37
  
  Sunday will start dry and bright with sunny spells expected to last for most of the day.It will also be warmer than Saturday with maximum temperatures expected to reach 18C by 5pm.A Met Office spokesman said: "Temperatures should peak in the high-teens degrees celsius after a locally chilly start."Moving into the evening it will become generally cloudy overnight with a chance of a little light rain at times.Temperatures should remain in double figures for most, given the cloud cover....
  
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• DanRussell published New spate of city centre graffiti telling people to 'have a...

  06-09-2015 09:07
  
  A new wave of "positive graffiti" has appeared across the city centre.Messages like "have a lovely day" and "hey sexy" first appeared in December and can now be seen again scribbled on buildings, furniture and junction boxes.The latest building to be tagged is Norfolk House, the home of event booking company See Tickets, opposite the Theatre Royal.The message tells passersby to "have a lovely day" and to "love people not property".Student Dean...
  
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• MattDavies published James Taylor gives hint of what he can do for England but second...

  06-09-2015 02:43
  
  James Taylor again hinted he can be a key player for England, but Australia came out on top again in a controversial second one day international.The Nottinghamshire batsman, who made 49 in the first game, hit 43 from 57 balls as he suggested he would go on to make the big score need to help England reach their target of 310 at Lord's.England were bowled out for 245 though in a game reduced to 49 overs per side to lose by 64 runs and fall 2-0 behind in the five match series after Australia had..
  
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• MattDavies published Corey Neilson delighted with Nottingham Panthers performance in...

  06-09-2015 01:33
  
  Corey Neilson was more than satisfied with Nottingham Panthers' start to their campaign as they squeezed past a much-improved Dundee Stars team, 3-2 on penalty shots.The Scottish side were the worst team in the Elite League last season, but they look to be transformed having pushed Panthers hard at the National Ice Centre.They took the hosts the distance as goaltender Vlastomil Lakosil faced 53 shots on the night. He was beaten in regulation by Logan MacMillan and Matthew Myers before Andy...
  
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