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• Big Wes namesake attends first Nottingham Forest match - BBC News

  05-10-2015 21:47
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  Big Wes namesake attends first Nottingham Forest match
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  An American man who became a Nottingham Forest fan after he was mistaken for a player online said it was "a dream come true" to attend his first game. Wesley Hall, from Atlanta, and former Forest defender Wes Morgan, 31, are both known as Big Wes.
  

• EllieCullen published Good Deeds Notts: Dad swims length of English Channel in 22 days

  05-10-2015 21:45
  
  Dad-of-one Patrick Smith has completed the impressive feat of swimming the length of the English Channel – right here in Nottinghamshire.The 42-year-old has swum the 22-mile distance in 22 consecutive days – at 20 pools across the county.With each mile meaning 64 lengths of a 25m pool, the task has undoubtedly been gruelling.But for Mr Smith, of Southwell, the motivation has been raising money for charity.He said: "The swimming itself was good – I enjoyed every single swim...
  
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• Player's namesake attends first match

  05-10-2015 21:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  An American man who became a Nottingham Forest fan after he was mistaken for a player online attends his first match at the City Ground.
  
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• EllieCullen published Good Deeds Notts: Charity funds specialist hospital rooms for...

  05-10-2015 21:03
  
  Twenty-five years ago, Nottingham Forest legend Peter Taylor died of a chronic lung condition at the age of just 59.For his family, watching a once active man deteriorate in front of their eyes was heartbreaking.After his death, daughter Wendy Dickinson vowed to fight back against the cruel disease.And now, a charity she helped set up just two years ago has donated £6,000 to Nottingham City Hospital to help support other families in the same situation.Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis has...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Schoolboy dies of 'natural causes', Nottingham coroner concludes

  05-10-2015 20:09
  
  A SCHOOLBOY who suffered from an undiagnosed muscular condition died of natural causes, a coroner has concluded.Harry Mellor "dropped off the radar" without seeing a doctor for three-and-a-half years before he died, an inquest had previously heard.The eight-year-old of Sutton-in-Ashfield, continued to be taken by his parents for physiotherapy appointments but paediatric clinicians did not take action when the he stopped seeing them.Nottingham Coroner's Court heard that he died on...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Autistic man drowns after his carer loses sight of him by...

  05-10-2015 20:03
  
  AN autistic man drowned at a reservoir after his carer lost him as she spoke on the phone and sent a string of texts to a man she had met on a dating website, an inquest heard.Majid Akhtar, of Sneinton Dale, was at King's Mill Reservoir, near Mansfield, on September 10, 2012, when it is believed he entered the reservoir. He was found in the water by two dog walkers and could not be resuscitated. He was 28.Mr Akhtar, who had a mental age of four, was on an activity trip from Springwood Day...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Autistic man drowns after his carer loses sight of him by...

  05-10-2015 20:03
  
  AN autistic man drowned at a reservoir after his carer lost him as she spoke on the phone and sent a string of texts to a man she had met on a dating website, an inquest heard.Majid Akhtar, of Sneinton Dale, was at King's Mill Reservoir, near Mansfield, on September 10, 2012, when it is believed he entered the reservoir. He was found in the water by two dog walkers and could not be resuscitated. He was 28.Mr Akhtar, who had a mental age of four, was on an activity trip from Springwood Day...
  
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• NottmPostEG published The Beautiful South's Paul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott head to...

  05-10-2015 20:00
  
  The Beautiful South's Paul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott have announced their biggest headline UK tour to date - which will stop off at Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall next spring.The duo, best known for the The Beautiful South hits Rotterdam, Perfect 10, Don't Marry Her and Dream a Little Dream of Me will play in the city on March 29.The pair first visited Nottingham last year in their present incarnation when they played at the Royal Concert Hall; a gig which sold-out.Abbott replaced Briana...
  
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• Nottingham hair salon defends 'your education is important but looking good is ... - Nottingham Post

  05-10-2015 19:56
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  Nottingham hair salon defends 'your education is important but looking good is ...
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  Staff from Icon have been giving out student discount leaflets with the slogan on the front. Nottingham hair salon defends 'your education is important but looking good is... X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to paste in your message.
  

• DanRussell published New classrooms to help primary school pupil crisis

  05-10-2015 19:33
  
  Classrooms put together like "Lego cathedrals" will help find places for the increasing number of primary school children.Over the next two years it is predicted that places for nearly 10,000 new children must be found – the equivalent of 288 classrooms or 42 new schools.The increase in numbers is down to an influx of migrant families moving to the area in recent years.In 2004 there were 53,000 people born outside the UK living in the county and during the last census, released...
  
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• DanRussell published Nottingham hair salon defends 'your education is important but...

  05-10-2015 19:29
  
  The owner of a hair salon has defended his decision to print leaflets telling students "your education is important but looking good is imperative".Staff from Icon have been giving out student discount leaflets with the slogan on the front. But the hairdressers, in The Cornerhouse, has come under fire from students – who say the advert suggests that appearance is more important than getting an education.Owner Steve Sharpe said: "I stick by our leaflets and all that has...
  
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• DanRussell commented Nottingham hair salon defends 'your education is important but...

  05-10-2015 19:29
  
  The owner of a hair salon has defended his decision to print leaflets telling students "your education is important but looking good is imperative".Staff from Icon have been giving out student discount leaflets with the slogan on the front. But the hairdressers, in The Cornerhouse, has come under fire from students – who say the advert suggests that appearance is more important than getting an education.Owner Steve Sharpe said: "I stick by our leaflets and all that has...
  
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• I Believe In Miracles: Official soundtrack revealed - Nottingham Post

  05-10-2015 19:28
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  I Believe In Miracles: Official soundtrack revealed
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  Finding the perfect song to kick-off the I Believe In Miracle's soundtrack was an Eureka moment the film's director and editor are unlikely to forget. "If there was ever a moment when a beam of light with angels singing should have shone upon us, it ...
  

• NottmPostEG published I Believe In Miracles: Official soundtrack revealed

  05-10-2015 19:15
  
  Finding the perfect song to kick-off the I Believe In Miracle's soundtrack was an Eureka moment the film's director and editor are unlikely to forget."If there was ever a moment when a beam of light with angels singing should have shone upon us, it was that one," says director Jonny Owen of discovering The Jackson Sisters' fittingly entitled funk classic, I Believe In Miracles.The 44-year-old, who lives in Wollaton with Bafta-winning actress and long-term partner Vicky McClure, had...
  
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• sherdley published Lorry driver jailed for voyeurism

  05-10-2015 18:45
  
  A lorry driver has been jailed after he filmed a teenage girl he became obsessed about and sexually assaulted her.Jonathan Astle was locked up for two-and-a-half years and ordered to sign the sex offenders' register for life.The 26-year-old pleaded guilty to voyeurism, sexual assaults and an attempted sexual assault on the same girl.Astle filmed his victim through a gap in a door and in a bedroom, Nottingham Crown Court heard on Monday, October 5.He also sexually assaulted the 17-year-old,...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Sir Roger Moore talks Bond, age and the girls

  05-10-2015 18:39
  
  Sir Roger George Moore KBE is an English actor whose most notable role is British secret agent James Bond, whom he portrayed in seven feature films between 1973 and 1985.
  Prior to landing the role his most significant television work came with his portrayal of Simon Templar in The Saint from 1962 to 1969 and starring alongside Tony Curtis in the television drama The Persuaders.Off screen, Moore, who was born in London 87 years ago, is a Goodwill Ambassador for the charity organization Unicef,...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County Ladies fully focused on cup semi-final now league...

  05-10-2015 18:31
  
  Notts County Ladies forward Rachel Williams insists their final FA WSL game of the season at Manchester City was "a dress rehearsal" for their Continental Cup semi-final against Liverpool.With City requiring a win and a Chelsea slip up to take the league title, County had been hoping to spoil the party at Academy Stadium.But with one eye firmly fixed on next weekend's semi-final clash with the 2014 FA Women's Super League winners, the Lady Pies went down 2-1 in Manchester."We knew...
  
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• PMBlackburn published Breast cancer awareness month: Patients and medics urge women to...

  05-10-2015 18:15
  
  BEING diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 22 was a massive shock for Jadi Ryan and her family.The Bingham resident was just 22 when she began suffering with chest pains in 2010 with medics initially presuming they were the result of anxiety.But eventually, an ultrasound and a biopsy delivered the brutal news – with Jadi immediately wondering if she was going to die."You just don't expect to get breast cancer when you're so young," she said."I remember my dad was with...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Sheffield United v Notts County match preview: Moniz pays respect...

  05-10-2015 18:04
  
  The Johnstone'sPaint Trophy has had its share of detractors over the years for being a competition which fails to capture the imagination.The fans only really take notice when the arch of Wembley starts to loom into view with early rounds accompanied by low crowds and flat atmospheres.Managers have alsoderided the rules which state they must play first-team players because they would rather concentrate on the league.The JPT's image has taken a battering over time, but if the organisers were...
  
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• TracyWalker commented Copper coffee bar to open in the city this Friday

  05-10-2015 18:03
  
  Cafe bar chain Copper will open its third Nottinghamshire bar this Friday.The company, which has been taken on by Great Northern Inns and already has similar venues in Mapperley and West Bridgford, is taking over the former Reflex 1980s Bar, on the corner of Upper Parliament Street and Market Street.Opening at 8am, it will create 30 jobs and feature breakfast, cafe and evening menus, craft beer, cask ale and wineAntony Wilson, general manager and one of the partners at the venue, aid:...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Sports Awards 2015: Roy Carroll's inspirational Romania to...

  05-10-2015 17:53
  
  The search is on to see who will follow in the foot steps of Andy Reid to win the Nottinghamshire Professional Footballer of the Year accolade at the 2015 Nottingham Sports Awards.The Nottingham Forest midfielder has won the award, sponsored by Alea Casino, for the last two years for his impact on the Reds team.Reid is not in the running this time around due to an injury-plagued 12 months for the Irishman, but there are still plenty of worthy candidates in the running to claim the award at the..
  
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• Carer 'on phone' before man's death

  05-10-2015 17:42 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A carer looking after a man with severe learning difficulties was "on the phone" in the half hour prior to his death at a reservoir, an inquest hears.
  
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• EllieCullen published Witness appeal after man makes inappropriate comments to two...

  05-10-2015 17:38
  
  Officers from the British Transport Police are appealing for witnesses after two teenage girls were the target of inappropriate comments.The pair were travelling on the 12.15pm Skegness to Nottingham train on Saturday, August 22 when the incident happenedPC Joshua Dunn, who is investigating the case, said: "Both girls, aged 16, were travelling together on the train when a man boarded at Grantham and sat down next to them before making a number of inappropriate comments which made them feel...
  
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• TomNorton published Appeal after two men stabbed in Bobbers Mill

  05-10-2015 17:22
  
  Police have appealed for witnesses after a stabbing in Bobbers Mill.The incident took place shortly after midnight on Saturday, October 3, in Churchside Gardens.Two men aged 20 and 22 were taken to hospital and treated for stab wounds although their injuries are not thought to be life threatening. So far six people have been arrested, four men and two women, between the age of 19 and 25. They have been bailed pending further enquiries.If you saw anything or have ant information about this...
  
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• Nottingham Robin Hood Beer Festival: 11 top beers to try this year - Nottingham Post

  05-10-2015 17:16
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  Nottingham Robin Hood Beer Festival: 11 top beers to try this year
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  With around 1,200 beers on offer at the Robin Hood Beer Festival which opens tomorrow, head cellar man and beer orderer Andy Sales, gives you the lowdown on some of the tastiest treats in store. What to drink? This question crops up every year and is a ...and more »
  

• TracyWalker published High-end bar and restaurant to open in Nottingham's Lace Market -...

  05-10-2015 16:54
  
  It was once a place where all of Nottingham's lace industry artefacts were housed under one roof.Now the High Pavement Business Centre, which was formerly Nottingham's Museum of Lace, is set to start a new era.It is to become home to a high-end bar and restaurant called The Loom, which will double up as an entertainment venue and create 12 full-time and five part-time jobs.Diners will be able to grab a bite to eat from the 'contemporary British menu' with 'Mediterranean fusion and Asian...
  
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• JemmaPage published Britain's Got Talent scouts come to Nottingham

  05-10-2015 16:51
  
  Do you have a set of lungs on you like Paul Potts? Can you dance perfectly in-sync like Diversity? Or do you know a dog as talented as Pudsey or Matisse?The Britain's Got Talent scouts will be coming to Nottingham in search of a wide variety of talent to feature on the show's next series.The ITV hit talent competition, which started in June 2007, is now in its 10th season. It offers winners a £250,000 cash prize as well as the chance to perform in front of members of the Royal Family at...
  
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• PMBlackburn published Nottingham Robin Hood Beer Festival: 11 top beers to try this...

  05-10-2015 16:50
  
  With around 1,200 beers on offer at the Robin Hood Beer Festival which opens tomorrow, head cellar man and beer orderer Andy Sales, gives you the lowdown on some of the tastiest treats in store.What to drink? This question crops up every year and is a difficult one to answer because everyone has different tastes.I am going to approach it this year by giving you my top five Nottinghamshire beers to try and top five Scottish beers that I have ordered.To be fair we have beers from virtually every..
  
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• Renewed appeal for veteran's medals

  05-10-2015 16:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Officials make a renewed appeal for help finding a set of missing medals belonging to a World War Two Bomber Command veteran.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Sheffield United v Notts County: Match in focus

  05-10-2015 16:38
  
  Bearing in mind he made nine changes at the weekend, it's impossible to guarantee anything with Ricardo Moniz.Johnstone's Paint Trophy rules dictate he will have to play at least six of his first-team regulars this season.But having spoken about the Johnstone's Paint Trophy being a unique competition with a Wembley final at stake, the Dutch coach is taking it seriously.While you can expect some changes, one thing that will remain the same is the style of play which means you can expect neat,...
  
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• JemmaPage published Get the look: Kelly Brook at Raindance Film Festival

  05-10-2015 16:20
  
  Classic English rose Kelly Brook put on a stylish display as she stepped out in a monochrome ensemble for the premiere of her new movie.The 35-year-old actress donned a white, satin long-sleeved crop top which showed a glimpse of her toned abs at Raindance Film Festival in central London, which premiered her new film Taking Stock. The Kent-born star teamed the piece with a high-waisted black midi skirt, which included a sheer hem to showcase her pins.The former model styled the look with a pair.
  
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• RebeccaSD published Kira Wakefield says winning a Women in Business award would be an...

  05-10-2015 16:13
  
  Redrock Interiors is adding to its year of success after co-owner Kira Wakefield is put forward for the Post's Women in Business Awards. Mrs Wakefield works as the finance director for the city centre firm, which specialises in commercial office fitout and property refurbishment projects, providing new office environments from design inception to completion. Last year, the company reported a turnover of £2.2 million, moved into a new office in the Lace Market and increased its...
  
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• Passenger collapses on Nottingham tram - Nottingham Post

  05-10-2015 16:13
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  Passenger collapses on Nottingham tram
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  The incident happened on a tram travelling through The Meadows near Queen's Walk Community Centre. Passengers were evacuated while first-aiders helped out and the man was waiting in the carriage until paramedics from East Midlands Ambulance ...
  

• MattDavies published Alex Hales and James Taylor left out as England begin tour...

  05-10-2015 16:10
  
  Nottinghamshire trio Alex Hales, James Taylor and Samit Patel were all left out of England's team for the opening game of their tour against Pakistan.Patel's omission came as no surprise as he was a late call-up, but Hales and Taylor would have hoped to be involved in the two day game against Pakistan A in Sharjah.Instead, Moeen Ali opened the batting with Alastair Cook and Jonny Bairstow was chosen ahead of Taylor as England closed on 286 for five. Bairstow was 66 not out as he put on an...
  
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• WSL 1 boosted by record attendances

  05-10-2015 16:02 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Women's Super League One enjoys an overall 48% increase in crowd sizes from last season, the FA confirms.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Man found injured near Goose Fair

  05-10-2015 15:53
  
  Police are hunting a group of men after a victim was found injured in Hyson Green.The incident happened on Saturday night at around 10.15pm when a number of men were seen running along Noel Street. Soon after, a man was found in Gregory Boulevard with wound to his upper thigh.He was treated by paramedics at the scene and his injury is not life-threatening, but the force still do not know how the injury was caused.Two people have been arrested in connection with incident. However, police are...
  
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• PMBlackburn commented Passenger collapses on Nottingham tram

  05-10-2015 15:52
  
  Passengers have been evacuated from a tram after a man collapsed.The incident happened on a tram travelling through The Meadows near Queen's Walk Community Centre.Passengers were evacuated while first-aiders helped out and the man was waiting in the carriage until paramedics from East Midlands Ambulance Service arrived.The man is believed to have collapsed at around 2pm and medics had not arrived 50 minutes later.Bystander Anthony Atkins, who works in sales, was helping the injured man and...
  
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• JemmaPage published Nottingham play uses music to 'inspire' children

  05-10-2015 15:21
  
  Music and theatre have been combined to create a theatrical experience aimed at leaving young ears and eyes spellbound.MishMash Productions has spent the past two years researching how music can connect and create something "new and exciting" for young audiences.And following on from the study, the company has developed a musical journey that tells the tale of four friends who follow a mysterious blue beetle in the quest for a lost voice.It features an ensemble of four musicians from...
  
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• TomNorton published Kitty Cafe plans to open in the evening - and sell alcohol

  05-10-2015 14:08
  
  Nottingham's first cat cafe is planning to start serving alcohol and become an evening restaurant. The Kitty Cafe, in Friar Lane, has applied to Nottingham City Council for a licence to sell beers and wine between 6pm and 11pm. The owners have said the move is likely to create new jobs as well and hope to have the licence accepted by Christmas.Co-owner Elliot Reed said alcohol would only be served during the evening and the cafe would only be open as a restaurant, not a bar. He added:...
  
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• LucyBudge published Original 19th century flooring uncovered in the grounds of...

  05-10-2015 14:02
  
  Builders at Clumber Park were in for a big shock after digging up metres worth of 19th century original tiled flooring.While installing a new sewage system in the National Trust estate, near Worksop, they uncovered parts of the floor and piping work that were originally in the Clumber House mansion.It is believed that the floor dates back to the rebuilding of the grand house in 1913 after the original 1768 model was destroyed in a fire in 1879. The second mansion was then demolished in...
  
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• NatalieFahy published The 17 best selfies from Nottingham's Goose Fair

  05-10-2015 13:35
  
  Goose Fair may be over for another year, but the photographic memories will stay with us forever. And of the estimated 500,000 who braved the thrills on the Forest Rec this year, thousands snapped themselves while doing it. Here are the best selfies we found on Instagram of folk enjoying the fair. Check to see if you made it in!#Me #n #jay #on #the #jumpin #frogs ���� ✌ #goosefair @xxjay_simmsxx A photo posted by becka-lea♥ (@b.e.c.k.a.l.e.a) on Oct 5, 20
  
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• Nottingham Post published Andrew Shaw: September in Notts was sunny, but also chilly

  05-10-2015 13:00
  
  Weather enthusiast Andrew Shaw from Stapleford looks back at a September that was chillier than you might have expected.September can often feel like a slightly muted summer month, but this September has certainly felt like an autumn month; lovely at times, but most definitely autumnal.The maximum temperature recorded during the month was well below the 25°C normally expected, and the minimum recorded on the night of the 25/26th was the lowest in September for ten years. Overall, this was...
  
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• NatalieFahy published 21 awesome pictures of Nottingham street art from Instagram

  05-10-2015 12:45
  
  Nottingham is full of street art - and these Instagrammers have been uncovering the best. It's like a bad trip straight down the ladder. @broadwaycinema @leftlionmagazine @thesweettoof @boasters_yard @dilk1 @rube @tali @carlosfandangle123 #mtncolours #montanashopuk #nottinghamart #nottinghamrocks #nottinghamgraffiti #nottinghamstreetart#ukgraffiti #ukstreetart #nottingham#rapsprays#mushrooms#dialmformurder#dotty#exolode#teeth#eyepain#onemoreday#nearlydone#graffiti #graffitiporn...
  
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• MattDavies commented Miserable Premier League debut for former Nottingham Forest...

  05-10-2015 12:21
  
  Former Nottingham Forest central defender Jamaal Lascelles made his Premier League debut at the weekend – and it was not a happy one.Lascelles came off Newcastle's bench as a 53rd minute substitute when they were routed, 6-1 at Manchester City.The England Under-21 international was given a tough task from the start as, not only were City already 3-1 up, but Lascelles had to play out of position at left-back.He had been on the pitch for 20 seconds when Kevin De Bruyne made it four. Sergio..
  
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• NottmPostEG published Summer Camp at The Bodega: Review

  05-10-2015 12:15
  
  Being married can be stressful. Being married and working with your spouse can be a real grind. But being married in a band...that takes things to a whole different level.But for Jeremy Walmsley and Elizabeth Sankey, that's life. They are Summer Camp when they're not Mr and Mrs Walmsley sat in front of Corrie eating a curry.Jeremy, a north London folk troubadour who's enjoyed minor solo success, and his wife Liz make an art-rock kind of noise comprised of shared harmonies, electronica and...
  
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• TomNorton published Mansfield Road blocked off after motorcycle crash

  05-10-2015 10:52
  
  A motorcyclist has been treated by paramedics following a crash in Woodthorpe this morning.Emergency services were called to the scene near Villers Road in Mansfield Road, Woodthorpe, near Villiers Road, at around 8am. The crash involved one motorcyclist and a car - the motorcyclist received help from Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service and East Midlands Ambulance Service. The road near Woodthorpe Drive was closed following the crash, leading to delays on a number of bus services -...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire schools struggle to cope with influx of migrant...

  05-10-2015 10:33
  
  The equivalent of 42 new primary schools could be needed in the next three years to cope with 10,000 extra pupils – as migrant families make Nottinghamshire their home.The Department for Education predicts that by 2018 there will be 92,691 primary pupils across the county – meaning 300 extra classrooms may have to be built.Existing schools are already making plans to expand and last week a planning application for a new 420-pupil school and a 26-place nursery in Bilborough was...
  
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• TomNorton published Arrest after alleged sexual assault in Long Eaton

  05-10-2015 10:24
  
  A man has been arrested following an alleged sex attack in Long Eaton.Police cordoned off the centre of Long Eaton yesterday following the alleged incident. It is thought to have taken place between 3am and 4am in Market Place on Sunday morning.A 23-year-old man was arrested, and later bailed, in connection with the incident.
  
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• TomNorton published Fire fighters and police talk woman down from roof in Fletcher...

  05-10-2015 08:56
  
  Nottinghamshire firefighters and police helped bring a woman, threatening to jump from a city centre building, to safety.The incident took place in Fletcher Gate and was reported to the emergency services at around 2.30am.One fire engine from Central Station was sent out along with an aerial ladder platform and officer. The incident ended at around 3.40am.
  
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• TomNorton published Nottinghamshire traffic and travel: Monday, October 5

  05-10-2015 08:42
  
  Congestion this morning on the A610 between the A6096 Gin Close Way in Nuthall and junction 26 of the M1 from Nottingham to Kimberley heading eastbound.Some delays on the M1 this morning as well between Trowell Services and junction 24A for A50 Derby Lockington.Routes into the city remain relatively clear with some minor congestion at Meadow Lane and on the A651 Arnold towards Beeston between Hucknall Road and the B682 New Basford.Tram service is running on time this morning and no issues...
  
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