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• Nottingham Rugby v Doncaster Knights: Match preview: Ben Johnston demands ... - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2015 23:06
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  Pila Iongi scored Nottingham Rugby's first try of the season in the defeat against Cornish Pirates. Nottingham Rugby v Doncaster Knights: Match preview: Ben Johnston demands improv... X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to paste in your message.
  

• TomNorton published Charity concert to be held in honour of of Clifton Village...

  11-09-2015 23:05
  
  A charity concert is being held on Saturday, September 12 to raise money for Prostate Cancer UK and St Mary's Church in Clifton Village. The award-winning Helix Ensemble will perform with Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist and pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason, who will be playing Mozart's 12th Piano Concerto. The event has been organised by Clare Ashton in memory of her husband Mike, who was a member of St Mary's Church where the event is being held. Mr Ashton, who died from prostate cancer last...
  
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• Henri Lansbury reveals what made him want to stay at Nottingham Forest - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2015 22:23
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  Henri Lansbury reveals what made him want to stay at Nottingham Forest
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  Henri Lansbury admits he was close to leaving Nottingham Forest this summer, but half hopes the speculation over his future continues – as it has inspired him to produce some of his best football for the club. The Reds skipper revealed his mind had ...
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• Nottingham Post published Ricardo Moniz says bad mistakes, not philosophy, costing Notts...

  11-09-2015 22:16
  
  Ricardo Moniz insists Notts County's defensivefragility is not a result oftheir attacking philosophy but because of "bad mistakes".The Magpies go into the game against Luton Town looking to secure their first home league win of the season after more than a week's break because of international duty.Moniz's side will be looking to buildonan impressive 3-1 victory over Mansfield in the Johnstone Paint Trophyand ideally look for a second clean sheet of the season.Notts have...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Henri Lansbury reveals what made him want to stay at Nottingham...

  11-09-2015 22:04
  
  Henri Lansbury admits he was close to leaving Nottingham Forest this summer, but half hopes the speculation over his future continues – as it has inspired him to produce some of his best football for the club.The Reds skipper revealedhis mind had been "all over the place" as he contemplated accepting a £4m move Burnley.Forest's Championship rivals had expected the deal to go through at one stage, before Lansbury had a late change of heart – one that he believes was...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Henri Lansbury reveals what made him want to stay at Nottingham...

  11-09-2015 22:04
  
  Henri Lansbury admits he was close to leaving Nottingham Forest this summer, but half hopes the speculation over his future continues – as it has inspired him to produce some of his best football for the club.The Reds skipper revealedhis mind had been "all over the place" as he contemplated accepting a £4m move Burnley.Forest's Championship rivals had expected the deal to go through at one stage, before Lansbury had a late change of heart – one that he believes was...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County Ladies v Reading: Continental Cup quarter-final...

  11-09-2015 21:44
  
  Carly Telford is refusing to take Reading lightly as they chase a Continental Cup quarter-final victory against Reading on Sunday afternoon.Having topped Group Three with a 100 per cent record, this season's FA Cup finalists are eager for another crack at landing some silverware.Goalkeeper Telford is eager to make up for the Wembley heartache experienced after the defeat to Chelsea.Notts Ladies are favourites givenReadingare in the league below butflying high in the Women's Super League...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Deadline day flurry has given Dougie Freedman a rare luxury at...

  11-09-2015 21:29
  
  Looking over his shoulder during the second half at the City Ground a few weeks ago, as he cast an eye into the dugout, Dougie Freedman admits he felt like a man running short of options.Dexter Blackstock and Ben Osborn had already been introduced off the bench but, with Forest trailing to Cardiff, the Scotsman wanted somebody to change the game.He ended up bringing on an untested 17-year-old, in Gerry McDonagh, for his first team debut. Forest have high hopes for the teenager, who impressed...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Reid set to return to training, but Taylor has been released,...

  11-09-2015 21:27
  
  Andy Reid will not be fit to face QPR – but Nottingham Forest still hope he can shake off his persistent groin problem.The long-serving midfielder had to seek specialist advice after suffering a flare up of the problem following his last outing with the under-21 side on August 24.But his surgeon believes it is a problem that the Irishman can overcome, given time."Andy was very tight after his last game with the under-21s, when he played around 70 minutes," said Dougie Freedman....
  
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• Nottingham Post published Janssen and Wiedergut set to make Nottingham Panthers debuts...

  11-09-2015 21:26
  
  Cam Janssen and Andreas Wiedergut should make their Nottingham Panthers debuts on Saturday night when they go to Cardiff Devils in their first Challenge Cup game of the season.Former New Jersey Devils enforcer Janssen missed the opening night win over Dundee Stars, but was set to land in the country on Friday after being granted his work permit.Austrian defenceman Wiedergut has joined initially on a short-term deal as Theo Peckham's replacement.Both are set to start for the first time on...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Adam Campbell loving life at Notts County but is keen to break...

  11-09-2015 20:09
  
  Adam Campbell is just about to take his seat to be interviewed by the press when Notts County's dressing room prankster comes into view.Liam Noble is the joker in the pack at Meadow Lane and does all he can to try to put his old pal off."What am I supposed to do with this man?" laughsCampbell in his unmistakable Newcastle accent. "I can't do an interview with this going on."What a clown!"It's clear the pair share a close-knit relationship something that began when...
  
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• NottmPostEG published I Believe In Miracles: On sale date announced for exclusive City...

  11-09-2015 20:00
  
  The long-awaited on sale date for the premiere of football blockbuster I Believe In Miracles has finally been revealed.Punters will be able to buy tickets to the City Ground screening (taking place on Sunday October 11) as of 11am on Monday from the Nottingham Forest website, nottinghamforest.co.uk. Only 4,000 tickets are being released for the showing, which tells the story of Nottingham Forest's first time European Cup success, and they are expected to sell out fast.Dan Fletcher from BT Sport.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Grieving daughter pays tribute to "most amazing" Arnold...

  11-09-2015 19:56
  
  A GRIEVING daughter has paid tribute to her "most amazing mum" who died from a major bleed.Sherida Karidis, of Arnold, died of a sudden haemorrhage at Nottingham City Hospital on January 30.She was 58 and had been battling oesophageal cancer.An inquest into her death heard how Mrs Karidis died of natural causes – despite hospital surgeons admitting they missed a 'window of opportunity' to attempt to save her life sooner.Heartbroken daughter Sasha Osbourne said: "She was the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts captain Chris Read's 'emotional' moment after taking...

  11-09-2015 19:50
  
  Chris Read admits it was an emotional day as the Nottinghamshire skipper took his 1,000th first-class dismissal in a momentous comeback win against Durham.The 37-year-old wicket-keeper caught opposing captain Paul Collingwood on the way to a stunning 52-run win as Durham were bowled out for 162 on day three.Read was the first player to reach the landmark since Jack Russell in 1997 as his family watched on at Trent Bridge."It was a big wicket so I chucked the ball a bit higher. The reaction...
  
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• TracyWalker published Homeless charity helps reunite First World War medals with...

  11-09-2015 19:33
  
  Almost a year in the making, six months of research and a 200-mile trip later - a First World War soldier's medals have been reunited with their rightful owner, his granddaughter.And it wouldn't have been possible without the efforts of Long Eaton-based homeless charity The Canaan Trust.Last November, three service medals - The 1914-15 Star, British War Medal and the Victory Medal - were found at a car boot sale by John Gibson, an IT tutor with the trust, which provides accommodation for those..
  
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• Notts' Read claims 1,000th dismissal

  11-09-2015 19:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Wicketkeeper Chris Read reaches 1,000 first-class dismissals as Nottinghamshire beat Durham by 52 runs.
  
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• EllieCullen published In pictures: Tour of Britain

  11-09-2015 19:26
  
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• Charity worker punched off-duty bouncer in the face - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2015 19:17
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  Charity worker punched off-duty bouncer in the face
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  Recorder Christopher Donnellan had looked at Coleman's previous convictions for assaults and said: "There is a streak of violence in you which is coming out now and again." Coleman, 28, of Freemans Terrace, in Carlton, was told to get treatment for ...
  

• Nottingham Post commented Nottinghamshire v Durham: Day three report: Read reaches 1,000...

  11-09-2015 19:10
  
  Chris Read has become the first wicket-keeper to reach 1,000 first-class dismissals since Jack Russell in 1997 as Nottinghamshire crowned a near unfathomable comeback against Durham.The captain was mobbed by team-mates after moving to his right to dismiss Paul Collingwood off the bowling of Brett Hutton – who took ten wickets in the game – on the third evening at Trent Bridge.The feat came in the midst of a chaotic turnaround from Notts as they bowled out Durham for 162 to pick up a.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Forest skipper Lansbury hopes to play his part in filling scoring...

  11-09-2015 19:07
  
  Henri Lansbury hopes to fill the goal scoring void left by Michail Antonio – but believes it is more likely to require a team effort from Nottingham Forest to do so.Antonio's £7m deadline day move to West Ham robbed the Reds of their most dangerous player. The winger scored 15 goals last season and had already notched four this time.But Lansbury was not too far behind Antonio last season, scoring 11 goals – and the midfielder is aiming for double figures again."I have set...
  
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• rsherdley published Charity worker punched off-duty bouncer in the face

  11-09-2015 19:02
  
  A charity worker punched an off-duty bouncer in the face on Christmas Eve.Jordan Coleman wrapped a belt around his fist and socked the reveller.At Nottingham Crown Court, he pleaded guilty to assault, causing bodily harm.Yesterday, he was given an eight-month prison sentence, suspended for two years.Recorder Christopher Donnellan had looked at Coleman's previous convictions for assaults and said: "There is a streak of violence in you which is coming out now and again."Coleman, 28, of...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Tour of Britain: Italian Trentin sees off yellow jersey holder in...

  11-09-2015 19:00
  
  An Etixx – Quick-Step rider won it. Just not the one most of the Nottingham crowd perhaps hoped to see.Still, the finish certainly lived up to expectations.Denied the chance to watch Mark Cavendish in action, after the Manxman crashed early in Stage 6 of the Tour of Britain, the Forest Recreation Ground was nevertheless treated to a breathtaking sprint to the line.Matteo Trentin nicked it, holding off race leader Edvald Boasson Hagen to take the victory.But right up until the death, it...
  
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• Tour of Britain sees world-class cyclists storm into Nottingham - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2015 18:59
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  Tour of Britain sees world-class cyclists storm into Nottingham
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  For Margaret and Roy Oakes, seeing the Tour of Britain arrive in their home town was a momentous occasion. Having been keen cyclists for several decades, the couple were delighted to see so many others share in their passion. For them it was proof that ...and more »
  

• EllieCullen published Tour of Britain sees world-class cyclists storm into Nottingham

  11-09-2015 18:45
  
  For Margaret and Roy Oakes, seeing the Tour of Britain arrive in their home town was a momentous occasion.Having been keen cyclists for several decades, the couple were delighted to see so many others share in their passion.For them it was proof that cycling is fast becoming one of the nation's best-loved sports."Over the past few years, cycling has become so much more popular, which we think is great," said Mr Oakes, 70, who first began cycling at the age of just 14."It's still...
  
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• EllieCullen commented Tour of Britain sees world-class cyclists storm into Nottingham

  11-09-2015 18:45
  
  For Margaret and Roy Oakes, seeing the Tour of Britain arrive in their home town was a momentous occasion.Having been keen cyclists for several decades, the couple were delighted to see so many others share in their passion.For them it was proof that cycling is fast becoming one of the nation's best-loved sports."Over the past few years, cycling has become so much more popular, which we think is great," said Mr Oakes, 70, who first began cycling at the age of just 14."It's still...
  
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• Cavendish out of Tour of Britain as Trentin wins in Nottingham - ITV News

  11-09-2015 18:32
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  Cavendish out of Tour of Britain as Trentin wins in Nottingham
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  Etixx-Quick Step's Mark Cavendish (left) crosses the Lion Bridge at Alnwick during Stage Four of the Tour of Britain from Edinburgh to Blyth. Credit: PA. Mark Cavendish abandoned the Tour of Britain on Friday following a crash as Etixx-QuickStep team ...and more »
  

• Notts County Ladies v Reading FC Women

  11-09-2015 18:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Preview followed by match report of Sunday's Women's Continental Cup quarter-final between Notts County and Reading.
  
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• BenIreland published Three Nottinghamshire entries in 2016 Guinness World Records book

  11-09-2015 17:46
  
  Gigantic vegetables and a daring bungee jump from a hot air balloon – Nottinghamshire has announced itself in the latest Guinness World Records book.For the 2016 edition – the 60th to date – the county has three new entries.Peter Glazebrook, who is no stranger to world records having held more than 10 world records thus far, has been recognised for two of the three he still holds.They are the heaviest potato, which weighed in at 4.98 kg (10 lb 14 oz) and the heaviest...
  
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• Cavendish out of GB Tour after crash

  11-09-2015 17:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mark Cavendish is in hospital with a suspected shoulder injury after crashing out of the Tour of Britain during the sixth stage of the race from Stoke to Nottingham.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Helen Richardson-Walsh column: Olympic hockey star from West...

  11-09-2015 17:30
  
  European champions! Boy it feels good to say that.I'm not sure if it's sunk in yet. To be honest I'm not sure if it ever will.Returning home to where it all began at West Bridgford HC, and seeing the faces of inspired hockey players, young and old(er), on sight of my first gold medal, certainly does help though.It's taken 16 incredible but long years, 21 tournaments, winning ten bronze medals and four silver along the way, all with fantastic memories, and battling back from five surgeries (three
  
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• I Believe In Miracles: More memories of Forests magical European nights - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2015 17:11
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  I Believe In Miracles: More memories of Forests magical European nights
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  It didn't matter how you got to see the big game – so long as you got there. This was certainly the case for Alan Metheringham when he secured tickets to see Nottingham Forest's glorious European Cup triumph in 1980. To make sure he sealed the ...and more »
  

• Barry_Cooper commented Britain set for Tropical Storm Henri next week

  11-09-2015 17:00
  
  Britain is being braced for some severe wet weather next week as Tropical Storm Henri plots a path over the Atlantic and into Britain.Two storms are predicted to hit the country, with one coming on Tuesday and the second arriving on Thursday, with 70mph gusts expected and double the amount of the average rainfall possible.The storm is currently making its way up the coast of the United States but will turn eastwards and head for Britain in time for the early part of next week, although details..
  
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• Nottingham Post published I Believe In Miracles: More memories of Forests magical European...

  11-09-2015 16:45
  
  It didn't matter how you got to see the big game – so long as you got there.This was certainly the case for Alan Metheringham when he secured tickets to see Nottingham Forest's glorious European Cup triumph in 1980.To make sure he sealed the all-important permission of his wife-to-be, Sylvia, he told her the pair of them were going on a holiday in Spain.Sylvia was thrilled by her man's spontaneity.But she only discovered the true reason for the sudden break in the sun after everything had.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Rugby v Doncaster Knights: Match preview: Ben Johnston...

  11-09-2015 16:43
  
  Nottingham Rugby's players have been given a stark message ahead of their first home game of the season against Doncaster Knights on Sunday (3pm).Defeat at Cornish Pirates is no disgrace, but backs coach Ben Johnston admits the camp was frustrated as weeks of pre-season were followed by a below-par performance when it mattered.The former England centre says a sharp improvement is required as they prepare for something of a local derby at Lady Bay."This week, there have been a lot of players...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Tributes paid to former Hyson Green chippy owner Florrie Skelton,...

  11-09-2015 16:33
  
  Friends and family have paid tribute to a local chip shop owner who passed away aged 90.Florrie Skelton died after battling a long-term illness in hospital on August 21.Born in Lenton in 1925, she was called a miracle baby after the doctor's said neither she or her mum would survive. Beating all the odds, they both survived and Florrie went on to live a long life.Sadly she spent a lot of her young life ill as she suffered badly from TB Pleurisy, and spent a lot of time in hospital, but loved...
  
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• I'm Not From London celebrates 10th anniversary with new Nottingham festival - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2015 16:28
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  I'm Not From London celebrates 10th anniversary with new Nottingham festival
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  Nottingham record label and music promoters I'm Not From London is celebrating a decade of debauchery this weekend with its first overnight camping festival. Rachel Gorman talks to founder and director Will Robinson. It started in an arty Nottingham ...
  

• Nottingham Forest at 150: Flashback: Football stops for Reds after death of ... - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2015 16:02
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  The death of Queen Victoria on January 22, 1901 rocked football to the extent that the sport was put on hold for a number of weeks and led to a lot of re-arranging of the league and FA Cup programme. The Nottingham Evening Post reports that it was apt ...
  

• TracyWalker published Road in Southwell to be closed for four days due to burst water...

  11-09-2015 15:55
  
  A road in Southwell has been closed for emergency work to be carried out to a burst water main.Westhorpe, from a point 100 metres north east of its junction with The Holme, for a distance of 75 metres, outside the Garden House, will remain shut until Tuesday.The road was due to be closed at 3pm on Friday and not expected to re-open until 6pm on Tuesday.A diversion is being put in place along Leachcroft Hill, to the B6386 Oxton Road and onto Westhorpe and vice versa.The work is being carried out.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest at 150: Flashback: Football stops for Reds...

  11-09-2015 15:35
  
  The death of Queen Victoria on January 22, 1901 rocked football to the extent that the sport was put on hold for a number of weeks and led to a lot of re-arranging of the league and FA Cup programme.The Nottingham Evening Post reports that it was apt the return of action was with a series of FA Cup fixtures.Nottingham Forest's game at Bury on January 19 was 1-1 before being abandoned due to the weather, meaning they went from January 12 – and a 4-2 home win over Manchester City –...
  
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• Police will cut quarter of PCSOs

  11-09-2015 15:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A quarter of Nottinghamshire's 319 police community support officers will be cut despite 21,000 people calling for an increase in council tax.
  
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• GemmaToulson published Ten year anniversary celebration for Notts firm

  11-09-2015 15:05
  
  Consulting engineering firm Morgan Tucker marked its tenth year in business at an event in Newark.Held at the National Civil War Centre, founder and managing director Matthew Tucker was joined by guests at Thursday night's event in celebrating the firm's landmark year – which has also been its most successful year to date.Since its inception in 2005, the firm has secured more than 2,150 contracts. Morgan Tucker now manages more than £3 billion worth of construction projects worldwide
  
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• BenIreland published Labour leadership election: VOTE in our online poll

  11-09-2015 14:49
  
  The results of the Labour leadership election are imminent and we are asking the people of Nottingham to tell us who they would like to see as the next party leader.The city's three MPs - Chris Leslie, Graham Allen and Lilian Greenwood - all represent the party.Far left contender Jeremy Corbyn is ahead in the national polls, but we want to see who the people of Nottingham want to see in the hot seat.Loading...
  
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• BenIreland commented Labour leadership election: VOTE in our online poll

  11-09-2015 14:49
  
  The results of the Labour leadership election are imminent and we are asking the people of Nottingham to tell us who they would like to see as the next party leader.The city's three MPs - Chris Leslie, Graham Allen and Lilian Greenwood - all represent the party.Far left contender Jeremy Corbyn is ahead in the national polls, but we want to see who the people of Nottingham want to see in the hot seat.Loading...
  
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• Nottingham Post published St Ann's slimmer Louise loses four stone to fit into bridesmaid's...

  11-09-2015 14:47
  
  Determined slimmer Louise Detain lost four stone after setting herself a target of fitting into a bridesmaid's dress for her sister's wedding.The 30-year-old dropped from a size 20 to a 12 in time for the family event.Louise, of St Ann's, said: "The idea of standing with a sea of them, all sizes 8 to 10, when I was a size 18 to 20 was horrifying."I considered backing out but realised I would regret it forever ."But, after attending Slimming World and sticking to her guns, she was...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented St Ann's slimmer Louise loses four stone to fit into bridesmaid's...

  11-09-2015 14:47
  
  Determined slimmer Louise Detain lost four stone after setting herself a target of fitting into a bridesmaid's dress for her sister's wedding.The 30-year-old dropped from a size 20 to a 12 in time for the family event.Louise, of St Ann's, said: "The idea of standing with a sea of them, all sizes 8 to 10, when I was a size 18 to 20 was horrifying."I considered backing out but realised I would regret it forever ."But, after attending Slimming World and sticking to her guns, she was...
  
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• NottmPostEG published I'm Not From London celebrates 10th anniversary with new...

  11-09-2015 14:29
  
  Nottingham record label and music promoters I'm Not From London is celebrating a decade of debauchery this weekend with its first overnight camping festival. Rachel Gorman talks to founder and director Will RobinsonIt started in an arty Nottingham squat with nothing but a cork board full of gig dates.Having just moved up from Watford, twentysomething Will Robinson had fallen hard for the city's music scene and desperately wanted to get involved… but nobody knew who this chap from...
  
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• NottmPostEG commented I'm Not From London celebrates 10th anniversary with new...

  11-09-2015 14:29
  
  Nottingham record label and music promoters I'm Not From London is celebrating a decade of debauchery this weekend with its first overnight camping festival. Rachel Gorman talks to founder and director Will RobinsonIt started in an arty Nottingham squat with nothing but a cork board full of gig dates.Having just moved up from Watford, twentysomething Will Robinson had fallen hard for the city's music scene and desperately wanted to get involved… but nobody knew who this chap from...
  
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• Veeno wine cafe coming to Nottingham - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2015 14:13
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  Veeno wine cafe coming to Nottingham
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  An empty building in the city centre – the first home of award-winning deli Delilah – is being transformed into an Italian wine cafe. The property, in Middle Pavement, has stood empty for three years after the business moved to bigger premises in ...
  

• Nottinghamshire v Durham: Day three lunch report - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2015 14:13
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  Nottinghamshire v Durham: Day three lunch report
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  Nottinghamshire produced an effective counter-attack on the third morning of their LV= County Championship match against Durham at Trent Bridge. Beginning the day still 30 runs in arrears, they tilted the momentum with a classy fifth wicket partnership ...and more »
  

• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire v Durham: Day three tea report

  11-09-2015 13:58
  
  Samit Patel's second century of the season helped Nottinghamshire continue their fightback on the third day of their LV= County Championship match against Durham at Trent Bridge.Patel scored exactly 100 as the home side reached 382 before being bowled out, leaving Durham a victory target of 215. Graham Onions returned the best analysis for the visitors, taking three for 86.Chris Read fell to Ryan Pringle's off-spin soon after lunch, hitting into the hands of deep square leg for 15. His departure
  
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