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• Nottingham Post commented Notts County boss Ricardo Moniz describes Salford FA Cup loss as...

  06-11-2015 23:59
  
  Notts County had an FA Cup nightmare against non-league Salford City – and shell-shocked boss Ricardo Moniz said: "It was the worst night."Moniz's Magpies crashed out of the competition after a 2-0 defeat in the first round at Moor Lane."They wanted it more, they deserved to win," said Moniz."For us it's the worst night, so we are all dead at the moment. They were better and that is unexplainable."From the first half you could see not any player had his...
  
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• Nottingham Post published IN PICTURES - Face in the crowd: Nottingham Forest v Derby County

  06-11-2015 23:50
  
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• Nottingham Post published Derby win felt like more than three points to Forest boss, who...

  06-11-2015 23:50
  
  Dougie Freedman admitsbeating Derby felt like "more than just three points" for Nottingham Forest – but warnedthey must build on their win. A Nelson Oliveira goal secured a hard-fought, dramatic win over Forest's oldest rivals at the City Ground, to end a run of eight games without a win and lift some pressure off the under-fire manager. Freedman revealed chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi had been a supportive figure in the build-up to the game. And the Scotsman now hopes to...
  
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• Nottingham Post published IN PICTURES: Nottingham Forest v Derby County

  06-11-2015 23:34
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Salford City 2 Notts County 0: FA Cup first round report and...

  06-11-2015 23:18
  
  What a miserable night for Notts County. The Magpies were dumped out of the FA Cup in the first round by non-league Salford City, losing 2-0 at Moor Lane to the club owned by 'Class of 92' quintet Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Gary Neville, Phil Neville and Nicky Butt. Gary Neville, Buttand Scholes were at the ground to see Danny Webber and substitute Richie Allen condemn Ricardo Moniz's Notts to a nightmare defeat, Allen scoring a stunning goal after Webber had fired the home side 1-0 ahead...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest 1 Derby County 0: Sarah Clapson's player...

  06-11-2015 23:10
  
  Dorus de Vries: Didn't have a great deal to do in the first half as Derby were mostly forced to shoot from range, but produced a smart stop to deny Johnny Russell on the half hour. 7 Eric Lichaj: Has been a model of consistency so far this season and didn't disappoint again. Good going forward and solid in defence. 7 Jack Hobbs: Made a superb headed clearance to prevent Chris Martin getting on the end of a cross in the first half. Part of an impressive display from the whole back line....
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest 1 Derby County 0: Sarah Clapson's player...

  06-11-2015 23:10
  
  Dorus de Vries: Didn't have a great deal to do in the first half as Derby were mostly forced to shoot from range, but produced a smart stop to deny Johnny Russell on the half hour. 7 Eric Lichaj: Has been a model of consistency so far this season and didn't disappoint again. Good going forward and solid in defence. 7 Jack Hobbs: Made a superb headed clearance to prevent Chris Martin getting on the end of a cross in the first half. Part of an impressive display from the whole back line....
  
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• Nottingham Forest 1-0 Derby County

  06-11-2015 23:07 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Forest's victory over Rams "well-deserved"
  
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• Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest 1 Derby County 0: Paul Taylor's match report

  06-11-2015 22:50
  
  Amid the joy, there was also relief – and no little redemption. Every win over Derby County is a massive one for those connected with Nottingham Forest.But, just as when these two sides last met in January, there was so much more at stake than bragging rights.Nelson Oliveira's strike, after just five minutes, not only secured three points, may just have brought Dougie Freedman a little more time, in the same way as it had done for Stuart Pearce, when the Reds won at the iPro.Eight games...
  
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• JonPritchard commented Students call for more to be done to prevent thefts after spate...

  06-11-2015 21:00
  
  Students are calling for more to be done to crackdown on a spate of burglaries in a city centre street. Homes have been burgled five times in the past two weeks on the street, with thieves taking valuables such as iPads and laptops. But students have called on something to be done to provide more of a deterrent to would-be thieves, such as better lighting or CCTV in the area. Sam Stevenson, 21, had his flat broken into on October 31. "I think CCTV, or even better lighting, would...
  
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• JonPritchard published Nottingham painter suffered serious injuries after falling off...

  06-11-2015 20:11
  
  A painter suffered serious injuries when he fell while working on an industrial estate, a court was told on Friday.The 55-year-old was working for Nottingham contractor Hardev Singh at the premises of EF Biofuels, in North Somercotes, Lincolnshire.Ben Mills, prosecuting, told Lincoln Crown Court that the injured man, also from Nottingham, had expressed concern about the state of the ladder and suggested he should use a scaffolding tower to carry out the work.But the court heard that Singh...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest v Derby County: Team news: Skipper Henri...

  06-11-2015 19:56
  
  Henri Lansbury and David Vaughan both returned from suspension to start for Nottingham Forest against Derby County. Skipper Lansbury had been ruled out of the last three games following his red card against Burnley, while Vaughan missed Tuesday's 1-0 defeat at Preston North End after picking up his fifth booking of the season. The duo returned to the Reds starting line-up as two of three changes made by under-pressure boss Dougie Freedman. The third saw Jonny Williams included in the first...
  
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• JonPritchard published Severe traffic delays ahead of Nottingham Forest v Derby County...

  06-11-2015 19:55
  
  Traffic is building up around the City Ground as Nottingham Forest prepare to face arch-rivals Derby County. Trent Bridge is experiencing heavy traffic, while the delays have led to Broadmarsh, Maid Marian Way, Tollhouse Hill and Canning Curcus to grind to a halt. We continue to experience severe delays due to rush hour traffic and fans making their way to the City Ground for the Forest vs Derby match.— Nottm City Transport (@NCT_Buses) November 6, 2015Nottingham City...
  
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• JonPritchard published Man taken to hospital with 'serious injuries' after being trapped...

  06-11-2015 19:43
  
  A man has been taken to Queen's Medical Centre with serious injuries after being trapped in machinery at a warehouse in Beeston.Emergency services were called to the property on Humber Road at around 3pm on Friday after reports of a man trapped in a machine.An air ambulance was called to transport a doctor, who administered advanced pain relief to the man, who was then taken to hospital by an ambulance.A spokeswoman for Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "A male was trapped in...
  
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• rsherdley published Gedling slasher jailed for five years

  06-11-2015 19:40
  
  The attacker of two party-goers slashed with a craft knife in Gedling has been jailed for five years.Tyrone Miller wrenched a Stanley knife from the grasp of one of his victims – Adrian Starbuck – and cut his face. Miller was locked up at Nottingham Crown Court on Friday, November 6.He got three years for wounding Mr Starbuck and five years concurrently for turning the knife on Mr Starbuck's friend, Jamie Holmes, leaving him with permanent scar to his cheek.Judge Gregory Dickinson...
  
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• rsherdley commented Gedling slasher jailed for five years

  06-11-2015 19:40
  
  The attacker of two party-goers slashed with a craft knife in Gedling has been jailed for five years.Tyrone Miller wrenched a Stanley knife from the grasp of one of his victims – Adrian Starbuck – and cut his face. Miller was locked up at Nottingham Crown Court on Friday, November 6.He got three years for wounding Mr Starbuck and five years concurrently for turning the knife on Mr Starbuck's friend, Jamie Holmes, leaving him with permanent scar to his cheek.Judge Gregory Dickinson...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented MATCH LIVE: Nottingham Forest v Derby County

  06-11-2015 19:13
  
  Keep it here for updates in our Match Live blog as Nottingham Forest host arch rivals Derby County at the City Ground in the Championships. Paul Taylor is in place at the ground to call the game. Live Blog MATCH LIVE: Nottingham Forest v Derby CountyFOREST 150TH ANNIVERSARY CHANNEL
  
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• Nottingham Post published Deals will strengthen Nottingham's relationship with Chinese city

  06-11-2015 18:08
  
  Nottingham has marked the tenth anniversary of its relationship with a major Chinese city by concluding deals which will strengthen commercial and academic links.Businesses and council officials spent a week in China engaged in a series of activities intended to move a long-standing civic relationship with Ningbo on to another level.The mission concluded with the opening of a trade and investment office in the city and the signing of a memorandum of understanding which will lead to joint...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Events to help businesses start their export journey

  06-11-2015 17:59
  
  A series of business events will be taking place in Nottingham during Export Week from November 9-13.Organised by UK Trade & Investment (UKTI), Export Week is aimed at ambitious companies of all shapes and sizes who are keen to set their sights on opportunities in overseas markets, with the following events taking place in Nottingham:ExploreExportWednesday 11 November, 8.30am-4pm Trent Vineyard, Lenton Lane, NottinghamBusinesses can meet market experts from more than 50 different countries..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Ryan Tafazolli says Mansfield Town face 'a massive test' against...

  06-11-2015 17:15
  
  Defender Ryan Tafazolli says Mansfield Town face 'a massive test' against Oldham Athletic in the FA Cup on Saturday. But that hasn't stopped him dreaming of an extended run in the competition. Two years ago, the Stags took on Liverpool in the third round, pushing them all the way only for a controversial Luis Suarez goal to prove decisive in a 2-1 result for the Premier League side. Tafazolli didn't feature against the Reds that day, and hopes Mansfield stay in the cup long enough to have...
  
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• JonPritchard published Two bikes among items stolen in Edwinstowe burglary

  06-11-2015 17:14
  
  Two high-spec bikes were among items stolen from a house in Edwinstowe last weekend.A black and lime green Trek mountain bike and a custom-built black 'S Works' roadbike were taken from the house in Fifth Avenue some time between 10.30am on October 31 and 6pm on November 1.Other items, including electrical goods, were stolen in the burglary.Anyone who has seen the bikes or may have information about the theft should call police on 101, quoting incident number 930 of November 1.
  
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• Nottingham Post published MMA star Paul 'Semtex' Daley enjoying explosive success of his...

  06-11-2015 17:00
  
  Mixed martial arts veteran Paul 'Semtex' Daley believes his gym Spirit Dojo has done a great job to battle misconceptions about the sport in the Nottingham area.The former Ultimate Fighting Championship fighter opened up Spirit Dojo 18 months ago and ever since the gym has become a huge part of the Nottingham community.The gym itself has seen a huge transformation in the time Daley has been in charge, with the Colborn Street base transformed from an old electrical warehouse into a fully kitted..
  
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• JonPritchard published Masked robbers steal man's car at knife point in Nuthall

  06-11-2015 17:00
  
  Two men wearing Halloween masks held a driver at knife point to steal his car in Nuthall on Wednesday.The victim suffered cuts to the hands after three men, two of whom were wearing the masks, used a knife to threaten him in Mornington Crescent.The victim was near to the wooded area, near the Belfry exit, when he was approached by the men who threatened him and drove away in his car - a silver Mazda.The victim was then taken to hospital for treatment on his injured hands.Police officers are keen
  
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• PMBlackburn published Nottingham Forest fans start campaign group to give the fans a...

  06-11-2015 16:52
  
  A group of Nottingham Forest supporters who feel the club has "left fans behind" are setting up a campaign group to give fans a voice.The Nottingham Forest Supporters' Trust has more than 1,000 followers on Twitter since emerging during the week and has 20 people committed to working for the cause, including members of the media, senior managers in global businesses and accountants.The group is encouraging supporters to come together and get involved to create a "long-term project...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Tom Moores hopes to step out of shadow of father Peter Moores and...

  06-11-2015 16:50
  
  As a child, Stuart Broad was occasionally seen running around Trent Bridge while his father was playing for Nottinghamshire. Broad went on to spectacularly step out his dad Chris' shadow, eclipsing his respectable England career by taking 300 Test wickets and counting. Now a young man also making his way at Notts hopes to have a similar success story as he embraces the highs and lows of being the son of former England coach Peter Moores. Like Broad, Tom Moores used to patrol the boundary...
  
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• Christmas cheese plea made by MP

  06-11-2015 16:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  An MP appeals in the House of Commons for the government to rethink its stance on cheeses that can be officially called Stilton.
  
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• PMBlackburn published Can you help pensioner with motor neurone disease get out of the...

  06-11-2015 15:56
  
  Kind-hearted volunteers are being sought to give an 86-year-old man with motor neurone disease the "rare chance" to get out of his house.Ron Cheetham wants to attend monthly support group meetings for people with the degenerative condition – but no wheelchair-enabled taxis or council transport services can help due to the group clashing with the school run.The father-of-two, who used to run an industrial boiler cleaning service and was diagnosed with MND 17 years ago, needs a...
  
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• EllieCullen published Nottingham Forest v Derby County brawl: Forest fan denies helping...

  06-11-2015 15:48
  
  A Forest fan told how he walked off as trouble escalated after a clash with rivals Derby County - and did not help organise the violence.Youth leader Ian Litman, 48, had agreed to go to a party in Trowell to celebrate his team's 1-0 victory on September 28, 2013, a court heard.After watching the match at the City Ground, he got into a taxi with other fans to get to the event and told the jury: "There was banter in the taxi regarding the football match and how poor Derby County had...
  
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• JemmaPage commented Nottingham grime star Gino Bonazzi walks red carpet at the MOBO...

  06-11-2015 15:36
  
  Nottingham grime star Gino Bonazzi appeared at the MOBO Awards this week. The 23-year-old, of Radford, walked the red carpet with his mum Donna and donned a Vivienne Westwood suit, which was covered in a money print. Over the past 12 months Gino has switched on Canning Circus' Christmas lights, released his own clothing line, surprised hundreds of children at his former primary school and handed out gifts to the homeless. Last year the performer - who has notched up more than a million...
  
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• NottmPostEG published ​Foals, Rock City, Nottingham: review

  06-11-2015 15:33
  
  They've come a long way in the past ten years, now playing arenas and headlining festivals.Last night Foals were back at Rock City for another sold out show, amore intimate gig ahead of returning to bigger things.The indie rock quintet start off with Snake Oil from latest album What Went Down, kicking off what is an impeccable, remarkable, but disappointingly short, set.Highlights such as Olympic Airways, Providence, Red Socks Pugie and the fan favourite Spanish Sahara sent the near...
  
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• First shale gas application submitted

  06-11-2015 15:21 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The first application to search for shale gas in the East Midlands is submitted to Nottinghamshire County Council.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest at 150: Flashback: ​Ardron and co inspire Reds...

  06-11-2015 15:19
  
  Nottingham Forest were successful at achieving promotion back to the Second Division at the second time of asking.They were denied the chance to bounce straight back, following their relegation in 1949, by neighbours Notts County.The Magpies went on to win the league, thanks in part to a 2-0 victory at home to the Reds on April 22, 1950 – which killed off Forest's own hopes.All the 46,000 tickets issued were snapped up for the hotly-anticipated derby and the Football Post wrote that...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire stalwart Paul Franks joins United Arab Emirates...

  06-11-2015 15:00
  
  Nottinghamshire veteran Paul Franks will spend the next month with the United Arab Emirates as he embarks on a second coaching stint with the associate nation.Franks was on their staff at the World Cup before returning to Trent Bridge, where he captains the second XI.The 36-year-old will hope to help the UAE to one day international wins against Hong Kong before they play Oman and England in Twenty 20 games.Franks is relishing the chance to broaden his coaching horizons, as well as potentially..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Juraj Kolnik surprised by how much he is enjoying time with...

  06-11-2015 15:00
  
  Juraj Kolnik admits he is enjoying his time with Nottingham Panthers more than he expected to after being surprised by the standard of the Elite League. The Slovakian-born winger arrived in this country with an impressive CV having played 250 games in the NHL with Florida Panthers and New York Islanders before stints in Europe. He has not disappointed fans, with 19 points from 17 games as he proves an entertainer, as well as a subtle agitator of opponents. Similarly, Kolnik has not been...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published How to use taxi app Uber

  06-11-2015 14:39
  
  A new smartphone app launches today giving customers in Nottingham a different way of booking their taxi. Uber, which was launched in San Francisco in 2009 has been seen as something of a controversial service, but already operates in other UK cities such as London, Manchester and Leeds.Despite the apps publicity, if you aren't familiar with it, we've put together a few handy tips to help explain a little more about it. What is Uber? A smartphone app that connects a taxi driver with a...
  
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• BenIreland published Netherfield pays fond farewell to PCSO of 12 years as police cuts...

  06-11-2015 13:57
  
  One of Nottinghamshire's longest-serving police community support officers will walk the beat for the final time next week – after her role was made redundant due to budget cuts. Ewa Hawrylak, of the Carlton and Porchester beat team, has been a stalwart in Netherfield for the last 12 years, helping settle neighbourhood disputes and being a reassuring presence on the streets. But the Polish-born PSCO will hang up her uniform after losing her job, following the force's decision to reduce...
  
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• BenIreland published Indoor go-kart centre to open in Nottingham next month

  06-11-2015 13:44
  
  Plans for a £1 million go-kart track four miles from Nottingham city centre have been given planning permission. Owners of the new TeamSport circuit, at Victoria Retail Park, say that the next Lewis Hamilton or Jenson Button could get their first taste of racing action on the 750m indoor track. Up to 16 karters at a time will be zipping round the 15 bends and over a flyover at speeds of up to 40mph, attracting children's parties, work events and stag dos. The venue, in Pintail Close,...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published IN PICTURES: Remembrance Days through the years

  06-11-2015 13:34
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Panthers forward Stephen Schultz ruled out for up to...

  06-11-2015 12:54
  
  Nottingham Panthers winger Stephen Schultz has been ruled out for up to eight weeks - news which is much better than the club expected. Schultz looked set for far longer out of action when he was stretchered off with 21 seconds left of the third period against Edinburgh Capitals last Wednesday. He has since had a number of appointments with specialists, who swiftly diagnosed there were no broken bones in what the club describe as a lower body injury. The American, who has scored 18 points...
  
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• PMBlackburn published American chain restaurant Taco Bell to open in Nottingham

  06-11-2015 12:42
  
  One of America's most popular fast food chain restaurants is to open up in Nottingham later this year – more than 5,000 miles away from its first home in California.A new Taco Bell restaurant is currently being worked on in Angel Row – in between McDonald's and Nandos – and is currently recruiting for staff to join its ranks.The firm, which was originally set up by Glen Bell in California in the 1940s is now owned by Yum Brands, which also runs KFC and Pizza Hut, and sells...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Paul Swindlehurst impresses Nottingham Panthers defensive partner...

  06-11-2015 12:00
  
  Steve Lee has been nothing but impressed by the impact of fellow British defenceman Paul Swindlehurst at Nottingham Panthers. Lee has started the season well with strong defensive displays to go with 12 points in 17 games. However, he feels 22-year-old Swindlehurst has stood out alongside him with five points since joining from Dundee Stars. "He's very good. He's a big body. He skates really well and shoots the puck hard," Lee said. "He's very strong and communicates well....
  
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• TracyWalker published Egyptian authorities suspend rescue flights

  06-11-2015 11:34
  
  Egyptian authorities have suspended UK airlines from flying into Sharm El Sheik, according to easyJet. Rescue flights had been scheduled to bring holidaymakers home from the Red Sea resort, after a Russian plane came down on Saturday, killing all 224 on board.But according to easyJet, which operates flights from East Midlands Airport, these have been blocked.
  British Airways says it plans to operate a number of services and Monarch, which currently has around 3,000 customers in resort, said...
  
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• TracyWalker commented Egyptian authorities suspend rescue flights

  06-11-2015 11:34
  
  Egyptian authorities have suspended UK airlines from flying into Sharm El Sheik, according to easyJet. Rescue flights had been scheduled to bring holidaymakers home from the Red Sea resort, after a Russian plane came down on Saturday, killing all 224 on board.But according to easyJet, which operates flights from East Midlands Airport, these have been blocked.
  British Airways says it plans to operate a number of services and Monarch, which currently has around 3,000 customers in resort, said...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Great Britain to begin ice hockey World Championships campaign...

  06-11-2015 11:18
  
  Great Britain will begin next April's World Championship (Division 1B) tournament in Zagreb with a game against hosts Croatia.The six-team IIHF tournament, which will run from 17th to 23rd April 2016 in the Dom Sportova, will also see Pete Russell's men come up against Estonia, Lithuania, Romania and Ukraine.GB came close to promotion and the gold medal last season in Netherlands, but claimed silver after a final-day defeat by Lithuania. Great Britain will face Croatia - who they beat 3-2 in the
  
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• GemmaToulson commented Broadmarsh and Victoria Centre owner expects 'uplift' in trade...

  06-11-2015 11:04
  
  The company that owns Nottingham's Victoria and Broadmarsh centres says it's expecting an "uplift" in trade next year. In a trading statement for the period between July 1 and November 6, Intu Properties reported rental income growth for the second half of this year, which it says will offset a shortfall during the first half of this year. Intu, which owns some of the largest shopping malls in the country including the Metrocentre in Gateshead and the Trafford Centre in Manchester,...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published When are the last posting dates for Christmas 2015?

  06-11-2015 11:00
  
  The festive season is fast approaching and Royal Mail have announced their final posting dates to ensure mail gets to its destination in good time for the big day. Last UK Christmas posting dates: December 19 for Second Class mail December 21 for First Class Mail December 23 for Special Delivery mailHere are the final posting dates for outside of the UK: Friday, December 4: Africa, Middle East Monday December 7: Asia, Cyprus, Far East, Japan, Eastern Europe (ex. Poland, Czech...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Who is singing in the John Lewis Christmas advert?

  06-11-2015 10:34
  
  The nation has taken a collective gasp this morning after John Lewis released its much anticipated Christmas advert.Famed for its emotional videos, coupled with mesmeric tunes, 2015 has proved to be no different with little known Norwegian songstress Aurora producing a heart-warming rendition of the Oasis classic, and theme tune to popular sitcom The Royal Family, Half The World Away.The 18-year-old singer, likened to Ellie Goulding, received worldwide attention when superstar Katy Perry tweeted
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented Who is singing in the John Lewis Christmas advert?

  06-11-2015 10:34
  
  The nation has taken a collective gasp this morning after John Lewis released its much anticipated Christmas advert.Famed for its emotional videos, coupled with mesmeric tunes, 2015 has proved to be no different with little known Norwegian songstress Aurora producing a heart-warming rendition of the Oasis classic, and theme tune to popular sitcom The Royal Family, Half The World Away.The 18-year-old singer, likened to Ellie Goulding, received worldwide attention when superstar Katy Perry tweeted
  
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• TracyWalker published CCTV stills released after break-in at snooker club

  06-11-2015 09:25
  
  Police want to speak to the group of men in this picture following a break-in at a snooker club. Two slot machines, a till and three pool tables were damaged and cash was taken from Chalkies Snooker Club, in High Street, Long Eaton sometime between 2am and 3am on Sunday, September 20. CCTV footage in the area has now been looked at and has revealed that there were three men in the area at the time. Police want to speak to them in case they have information which could help the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts pet to become TV star: Isla's taking a bow-wow

  06-11-2015 09:09
  
  WHEN teenager Lauren Measures filmed her dog Isla jumping into puddles, little did she know she was turning her into a TV star. The 18-year-old made the video while walking the Rhodesian ridgeback in Southwell Fields, near Crew Lane in the town, before submitting it to a television company via Facebook. Now, 15-month-old Isla has been selected to star in an advert for Pets at Home stores – and the footage was aired for the first time on ITV before popular Paul O'Grady show For the Love...
  
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