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• JonPritchard published Fire crews tackle blaze at Broxtowe home

  26-11-2015 22:55
  
  One woman required treatment from the fire service after a blaze broke out at a home in Broxtowe. Crews from Stockhill fire station were called to the scene in Eltham Close shortly after 5.30pm on Thursday. The fire was started in the first-floor bedroom of the semi-detached house. Crews gave the woman oxygen treatment at the scene, and spent around 90 minutes tackling the flames and clearing smoke from the property.
  
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• JonPritchard published MasterChef: The Professionals: Highs and lows continue as...

  26-11-2015 22:32
  
  Clifton's graphic designer Pete Hewitt made the final five of MasterChef this year. He gives us his views on the Professionals – which continued this week.Another week of prelims and another 6 hopefuls head into the heat of the MasterChef studio. Monica kicked things off on Tuesday with her skills test. The task at hand to fillet and cook a whole sea bream served in an escabeche style, essentially fried fish with pickled vegetables.Next up Marcus threw a watercress soup with...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Matt Everard wants game time for Nottingham Rugby after injury

  26-11-2015 22:25
  
  Back rower Matt Everard made his first appearances of the season for Nottingham Rugby this month.But that doesn't mean he has been any less involved in the game.In fact, it is his off field work while recovering from a shoulder injury that has given Everard a greater appreciation for the sport he loves."Luckily I've been quite involved on match days. I've been travelling with the team and running messages and water on and things like that," said the 24-year-old, who has played in the...
  
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• JonPritchard published Dance group set to jet off to Los Angeles to compete for world...

  26-11-2015 22:25
  
  Dancers from Nottingham could be setting the world alight after qualifying for an international competition in Los Angeles. Both the under-18 and over-18 street dance teams from Take 1 Dance, based in Hyson Green, qualified for the World of Dance finals in July next year. They competed in a national competition in London last weekend but now face the tough task of raising enough money to compete against some of the world's best. Melissa Rose, who helps run Take 1 with husband Courtney,...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire's Alex Hales out early as England take lead in...

  26-11-2015 22:10
  
  Nottinghamshire's Alex Hales departed for eight as England clinched a 14-run win over Pakistan to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match Twenty20 series.Sam Billings and debutant James Vince stole the show as England made it four successive victories in T20 internationals.The former hit 53 from 25 balls, while Vince weighed in with 41, with 45 not out from captain Eoin Morgan taking the tourists to 160 for five.England rested Jos Buttler and Joe Root and had earlier looked in trouble at 19 for...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Ricky Andrew calls for Nottingham Rugby to be more ruthless

  26-11-2015 22:05
  
  Nottingham Rugby are still capable of clawing their way into the Championship play-off places, according to full-back Ricky Andrew.The Green and Whites are sixth in the table ahead of Saturday's trip to Ealing Trailfinders, six points behind fourth-placed Bedford Blues.Martin Haag's team have four wins to their credit – a figure Andrew believes does not reflect how well they have played.But at the same time, he accepts they must start being more ruthless if it is one they wish to...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Non-league round-up: Alfreton Town players challenged to stand up...

  26-11-2015 22:05
  
  Alfreton Town manager Nicky Law is challenging his players to stand up and be counted as the Reds head into the toughest possible FA Trophy third qualifying round tie at Nuneaton Town on Saturday.Law criticised the attitude and desire of some of his players, after a 2-1 home league defeat against Boston United last weekend.And he is well aware of what is required against league leaders Nuneaton in the Trophy."It is another difficult game but they will all be difficult until the players...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest v Reading: Dorus de Vries' source of optimism...

  26-11-2015 21:00
  
  There is no more basic, fundamental problem in football than a simple failure to score goals. And while it is far from the only issue facing misfiring Nottingham Forest, it is their most obvious problem – and unquestionably their most damaging. Only Reading (16.4) have averaged more shots on goal in the Championship than the Reds (16.2) this season. There is a more significant stat – which is that only Preston (12) and Bolton (11) have found the net fewer times than Dougie...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Matt Mills bracing himself for 'pantomime' treatment but says...

  26-11-2015 20:50
  
  Matt Mills is bracing himself for the festive season to start early, as he expects the fans of his former club Reading to put on a 'pantomime' of abuse for him. But he also believes Nottingham Forest can have the last laugh against the Royals. The defender says Reading fans have developed a habit of giving him stick when he has lined up against them in the past with Leicester and Bolton. And Mills, 29, is expecting more of the same at the City Ground on Saturday. "I have had a...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest v Reading: Match in focus

  26-11-2015 20:20
  
  Team news Chris Cohen has returned to training with the rest of the senior squad, but is unlikely to be match fit for a few weeks. The midfielder is expected to play in an under-21 game in December, but will need to work on his sharpness following 14 months sidelined with the third serious knee injury of his career. Robert Tesche has also started training again following his broken foot, but is more likely to be involved against Fulham in just over a week. Michael Mancienne returned to...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Barnet v Mansfield Town: Match preview

  26-11-2015 20:10
  
  Mansfield Town manager Adam Murray will be demanding a response from his players, after labelling their performance in the midweek home defeat to Exeter City as the worst of his reign at the club.The Stags are still in the thick of the play-offs race in League Two, just one point outside the top seven in eighth place.But Murray was very unhappy after seeing his side lose 2-0 to the Grecians, falling behind to an early Joel Grant goal and conceding again just before half-time."That was...
  
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• TracyWalker published Lane of the A52 outbound closed due to collision

  26-11-2015 18:46
  
  Emergency services are in attendance at a crash on a main thoroughfare out of Nottingham.Police and the ambulance service are dealing with a collision on the A52, close to the Nurseryman pub.One lane is closed going outbound towards Junction 25 of the M1.A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: "We are on-scene at a road traffic collision near the Nurseryman public house on the A52 at Beeston. The call came into us at 5.16pm."More as we have it.
  
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• rsherdley published Newark 'texting' lorry driver jailed

  26-11-2015 18:43
  
  A lorry driver was exhausted and sent a text message just before he ploughed into the back of a woman's car, causing life-changing injuries, a court heard.John Cupit was behind the wheel of a 32-ton tipper truck when he hit Karen Barrowcliffe, fracturing her right arm, shoulder, pelvis, seven ribs, her lower spine and lacerating her liver.Cupit had sent a text message three-quarter's of a minute before and admitted in text messages sent in the days before he was shattered.At Nottingham Crown...
  
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• rsherdley commented Newark 'texting' lorry driver jailed

  26-11-2015 18:43
  
  A lorry driver was exhausted and sent a text message just before he ploughed into the back of a woman's car, causing life-changing injuries, a court heard.John Cupit was behind the wheel of a 32-ton tipper truck when he hit Karen Barrowcliffe, fracturing her right arm, shoulder, pelvis, seven ribs, her lower spine and lacerating her liver.Cupit had sent a text message three-quarter's of a minute before and admitted in text messages sent in the days before he was shattered.At Nottingham Crown...
  
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• DanRobinson published Thanksgiving 2015: Nottingham joins in with American celebrations

  26-11-2015 18:38
  
  Stars and stripes decorated Nottingham as restaurants, care homes, families and students celebrated Thanksgiving. American-style eateries were fully booked for the evening as ex-pats celebrated the country's annual holiday, while many people also marked the occasion by enjoying traditional turkey dinners at home. Rub Smokehouse, in Fletcher Gate, was decked out in United States flags as it used Thanksgiving – held each year on the fourth Thursday in November to thank the blessing of...
  
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• DanRobinson published Thanksgiving 2015: Nottingham joins in with celebrations for...

  26-11-2015 18:26
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• JonPritchard published Nottingham City Council selling Robin Hood hats from eBay account

  26-11-2015 18:02
  
  Robin Hood hats are being sold on eBay by Nottingham City Council. The unusual money-making plan was revealed through a Freedom of Information request to the council. In the last three months, the council's eBay account have made almost £800 from sales of the hats, as well as a fridge and a freezer. A spokesman for the council said the account was set up after a flood of questions from potential customers who wanted to buy the hats from a number of their tourist attractions, such as...
  
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• sherdley published Tributes pour in after death of Nottingham judge

  26-11-2015 17:50
  
  A judge who worked in the city for 25 years has been described as a "true Nottingham great" after he ensured that thousands of children were given loving homes by granting adoption orders.Thomas Routledge Heald may have retired from the county courthouse in Canal Street in 1995 but he will long be remembered as a quiet and humble man and an expert in his field.Those paying tribute to the judge, who died in a care home at the age of 92 this month, included judges, barristers and his...
  
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• JonPritchard published Vintage items from Nottingham Pram Company go under the hammer

  26-11-2015 17:39
  
  A collection of items from one of Nottingham's best loved companies – including vintage prams – have gone under the hammer. The selection of 15 pieces of memorabilia from Nottingham Pram Company were sold for thousands of pounds at Mellors and Kirk Auctioneers yesterday afternoon. The items belonged to John Whitby, who ran the company in Goose Gate from 1946 until it closed in 2001. Auctioneer Nigel Kirk said: "The auction went very well and raised a total of £6,700....
  
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• JenniferScott published Nottinghamshire County Council votes through boundary changes

  26-11-2015 17:35
  
  Changes to council boundaries could see a shift in which constituency you fall under - and will see one councillor lose their job.Nottinghamshire County Council voted through the recommendations from the Local Government Boundary Commission at its full meeting on Thursday.Overall, the plan is to cut the number of county councillors to 66 - from 67 - and have 46 areas covered by one councillor, along with 10 places represented by two councillors.The motion was brought forward by the...
  
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• PMBlackburn published Medics in 'action plan' to improve cancer waiting times for...

  26-11-2015 17:00
  
  Medics and hospital managers have pledged to improve waiting times for cancer patients who need urgent treatment in Nottingham. Government targets suggest that patients who have been urgently referred by doctors should begin treatment within 62 days on 85 per cent of occasions. But latest figures show that medics at the Queen's Medical Centre and City Hospital only managed to see 77 per cent of patients within the time target. And the results have been described as "not good...
  
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• JemmaPage published Christmas Toy Appeal: Nottingham businesses collect hundreds of...

  26-11-2015 16:55
  
  Giant cuddly toys, Marvel action figures and Disney's Frozen dolls have been bagged up by businesses ready for Santa to deliver to children living in poverty, bereaved youngsters and teens living on the streets. Earlier this month the Post launched its Christmas Toy Appeal, which will give hundreds of young people across Nottinghamshire a happier Yuletide. And so far, businesses and organisations in the county have managed to collect hundreds of gifts to donate to six local charities as part...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented Football banning orders: Where do Nottingham Forest rank in the...

  26-11-2015 16:55
  
  Nottingham Forest supporters are the subject of 23 banning orders, according to statistics revealed today.The Reds find themselves in mid-table in the Championship bad behaviour league, with arch rivals Derby County one place and order below Forest.Between September 4 last year and September 8 this year, there were 2,181 active orders in England and Wales, meaning the amount issued had fallen for the fourth year in a row – a drop of four per cent.During the 2014-15 season, which saw Forest
  
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• JonPritchard published Road closed as 4x4 crashes into lamppost in Newark

  26-11-2015 16:25
  
  A busy road has been closed after a 4x4 crashed into a lamppost in Newark. The vehicle, which was towing a trailer, hit the lamppost near to the Friendly Farmer and Brownhills roundabouts on the A17 at around 2.30pm on Thursday afternoon. A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: "A 4x4 with a trailer has gone into a lamppost, which is now leaning over the road, which is causing problems for drivers. "The road will be closed while the lamppost is made safe and an ambulance is...
  
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• Child abuse 'apology' over care

  26-11-2015 15:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  An "unreserved apology" is promised if Nottinghamshire's care system is found to have failed alleged victims of historical child abuse.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Cambridge United v Notts County: Match in focus

  26-11-2015 15:37
  
  Much to the delight of the supporters, Ricardo Moniz played Izale McLeod and Jon Stead together up front against Barnet. It was the first time this season the duo have played alongside each other and the results were emphatic. Notts County looked more dangerous with a two-man strikeforce, with Adam Campbell and Graham Burke pushing high up the pitch. Notts ended up breezing past Barnet, winning 4-2 and they could have scored a few more goals too. Moniz has often gone with a three-man...
  
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• JenniferScott commented Council tax rise could double to pay for adult care

  26-11-2015 15:37
  
  The rise in council tax may double next year to cover the costs of adult social care. Nottingham City Council has already agreed to raise the amount it collects from residents by 1.9% next year. But in new measures proposed by the Chancellor of the Exchequer in his Spending Review this week, the local authority could add a further 2% to cover specific services - averaging out for Nottingham citizens as £66 a year extra. Speaking to the House of Commons, George Osborne said: "The...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Five great places for tea and cake in Nottingham

  26-11-2015 15:26
  
  A slice of cake with a fresh pot of tea is one of the great British traditions and Nottingham does it particularly well.Few things are quite as traditional and beautiful as relaxing in the afternoon, with a slice of your favourite cake and a steaming brew somewhere comfy and cosy, especially during the cold, winter months.And as we celebrate another of those international days, we're honouring the trusty old cake along with some of Nottingham's best coffee and cake houses.If you're tempted to...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Student loans: How will George Osborne's Autumn Statement affect...

  26-11-2015 14:02
  
  Students and graduates will be hard hit by a hidden change to loans in the Chancellor's Autumn Statement. Millions of students and graduates will have to pay back far more of their student loan than they were originally told. Money saving expert Martin Lewis lambasted the move by chancellor George Osborne during an interview on LBC radio yesterday. He claims the government has secretly backtracked on its promise to students and graduates, labeling the move 'a disgrace'. He told presenter...
  
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• Young Sports Personality contenders

  26-11-2015 14:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottinghamshire's Ellie Downie is one of 10 young sports stars shortlisted for the BBC Young Sports Personality award.
  
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• PMBlackburn published Lucky bus passengers could grab hundreds of pounds just for using...

  26-11-2015 13:56
  
  Lucky bus passengers are being given the chance to pick up a prize worth hundreds of pounds tomorrow. The competition, being run by operator Trent Barton, has been organised to mark Black Friday and people getting on buses and coaches between 5pm and 5.30pm could find a prize. The winners will receive £500 and a £250 gift card from firm intu - the company which runs the Broadmarsh and Victoria Centre shopping centes - which are being placed in black envelopes randomly on...
  
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• PMBlackburn commented Lucky bus passengers could grab hundreds of pounds just for using...

  26-11-2015 13:56
  
  Lucky bus passengers are being given the chance to pick up a prize worth hundreds of pounds tomorrow. The competition, being run by operator Trent Barton, has been organised to mark Black Friday and people getting on buses and coaches between 5pm and 5.30pm could find a prize. The winners will receive £500 and a £250 gift card from firm intu - the company which runs the Broadmarsh and Victoria Centre shopping centes - which are being placed in black envelopes randomly on...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Stanley Aborah set for scan as Notts County sweat on midfielder's...

  26-11-2015 13:05
  
  Notts County midfielder Stanley Aborah was set for a scan today to determine the severity of his knee injury.The Belgian was the subject of an awful tackle from Sam Togwell in Tuesday's 4-2 victory against Barnet which eventually forced him to be substituted.Aborah was seen leaving the ground on crutches and his left knee was heavily bandaged as he turned up for training today.He is now set for a scan with Notts hoping the injury is not severe.Boss Ricardo Moniz confirmed this morning that his..
  
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• DanRobinson published 10 things I would improve about Nottingham: Two top football...

  26-11-2015 13:03
  
  1.Give the city a scrub When the Wheel of Nottingham returned at the start of the year, I was excited to go up and see the city in all its glory from 200ft in the sky. But my overriding feeling afterwards was just how much in need of a clean so many of the buildings were. There are too many office blocks and shops, particularly on the south side of Old Market Square, that look outdated. For some, a lick of paint would make all the difference. 2.Stop pint prices escalating towards London...
  
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• DanRussell published Historical sex abuse inquiry: Council leader could make...

  26-11-2015 13:01
  
  The leader of Nottinghamshire County Council says he will make an "unreserved apology" to victims of child abuse if the authority is found to have failed in its duty of care.A number of allegations of historical abuse in children's homes, previously operated by Nottinghamshire County and Nottingham City Council and other organisations, have been made, dating back to the 1950s. It has now been announced that the Chairman of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse, Lowell...
  
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• NottmPostEG published ​Apocalyptica, Rock City, Nottingham - review and photos

  26-11-2015 12:59
  
  There is a misconception about heavy metal that it is just noise; a barrage of random loud sounds that only suit a certain taste.But if you stepped into Rock City on Wednesday night, that myth would have been thrown out with the bath water as you watched the magnificent Apocalyptica take to the stage.This is no normal four piece rock outfit. The front three men have forgone the usual guitars and replaced them with cellos. An odd concept to understand perhaps, but these stringed instruments can..
  
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• GemmaToulson published Severn Trent Water's profits up

  26-11-2015 12:59
  
  Water company Severn Trent, which supplies 7.7 million people with water, has reported an increase in profits. The group announced a half year underlying profit before interest and tax of £281 million, up 2.6 on the same period last year. Underlying basic earnings per share increased by 11.4 per cent to 58.6p, with the group's turnover decreasing very slightly, by 0.2 per cent, to £896.1 million. Liv Garfield, Chief Executive Severn Trent Plc, said: "I am pleased to report...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Corey Neilson recognises challenge but eyes wins over Cardiff...

  26-11-2015 12:33
  
  Corey Neilson recognises the task before Nottingham Panthers this weekend, but he has set his sights on two more wins for the Elite League leaders. Panthers go to second-placed Cardiff Devils on Saturday before arch-rivals Sheffield Steelers come to the National Ice Centre on Sunday. Neilson's men are keeping Cardiff in second place by virtue of a better head-to-head record, but they go to south Wales in the knowledge the Devils have an extraordinary home record with 13 straight wins this...
  
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• DanRobinson published Man dies after crashing into parked car

  26-11-2015 12:27
  
  A man was killed when his car crashed into a parked vehicle in Long Eaton.The 83-year-old Suzuki Wagon driver was taken to the Queen's Medical Centre after the incident on Wednesday night but was later pronounced dead.Police were called to Peveril Crescent shortly after 7pm following reports of the collision.Anyone who witnessed the incident should call Derbyshire Police on 101.
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Nottingham's sales over the years

  26-11-2015 12:13
  
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• DanRussell published Black Friday: Dell laptop security fears - is your personal...

  26-11-2015 12:07
  
  Black Friday deals are live today, but while shoppers browse for the best bargains, technology experts are warning of security flaws affecting Dell laptops and PCs.Security experts are concerned that pre-installed software on Dell laptops and PCs could expose users to hackers wanting to get their hands on their personal information. The latest security concern follows an announcement from the US technology firm that it was fixing another vulnerability affecting Inspiron 5000 series and XPS15...
  
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• Nottingham Post published West Bridgford house has double appeal | NG2 period home for sale

  26-11-2015 12:05
  
  If you don't want to compromise when it comes to choosing between period features and contemporary style, then this house is for you. Combining the elegant proportions of its Victorian origins with modern additions, Melton House provides some 5,412 sq. ft of accommodation within one of Nottingham's most sought after locations. Among the array of period features you'll find elegant fireplaces, sash windows, stained glass windows, high ceilings and deep skirting boards. In contrast there are...
  
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• NottmPostEG published 10 ways I would improve Nottingham: Swap city bikes for Raleigh...

  26-11-2015 11:38
  
  Entertainment reporter Rachel Gorman casts a creative eye over the city and suggests ten ways it could be improvedWhen I moved from South East London to Nottingham just over four years ago my decision was met with merciless teasing from friends and family about moving "up north to Shottingham". Well I'm pleased to say I certainly got the last laugh. Not only is this fine city a darn sight more affordable than the capital, but it also has much of the charm, culture and entertainment of...
  
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• DanRobinson published Nottingham tram delays caused by power outage

  26-11-2015 10:54
  
  Power outages have caused disruptions to Nottingham's tram network. Services have been delayed after a knock-on effect from power station issues on Thursday morning. Disruption: Due to a power outage we have had to remove some services. We are still running a service but we do have some delays.— NET Nottingham Tram (@NETTram) November 26, 2015 Operator NET said Western Power Distribution was working to solve the problem, which was first reported at 8am, and services should return...
  
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• DanRobinson commented Nottingham tram delays caused by power outage

  26-11-2015 10:54
  
  Power outages have caused disruptions to Nottingham's tram network. Services have been delayed after a knock-on effect from power station issues on Thursday morning. Disruption: Due to a power outage we have had to remove some services. We are still running a service but we do have some delays.— NET Nottingham Tram (@NETTram) November 26, 2015 Operator NET said Western Power Distribution was working to solve the problem, which was first reported at 8am, and services should return...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Nottingham Post Women in Business Awards: gallery

  26-11-2015 10:53
  
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• Nottingham Post published Petrol prices in Nottingham, Thursday, November 26th, 2015

  26-11-2015 10:15
  
  Petrol: 1. Asda Nottingham, Loughborough Road, West Bridgford, 103.7p 2.Asda Strelley Road,Broxtowe, 103.8p 3.Tesco Toton Extra, Swiney Way, Beeston, 103.9p 4.Tesco Long Eaton Extra, Waverley Street, Long Eaton, 103.9p 5.Morrisons Gamston, Gamston District Centre, Gamston, 104.7p Diesel: 1. Asda Nottingham, Loughborough Road, West Bridgford, 106.7p 2.Morrisons Gamston, Gamston District Centre, Gamston, 106.7p 3.Asda Strelley Road,Broxtowe, 106.7p 4.Asda...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Late chemists in Nottingham, Thursday, November 26th, 2015

  26-11-2015 10:02
  
  Arnold:MN Singh, 77 High Street, to 6.30pm; Sainsbury's Pharmacy, Nottingham Road, to 10pm; Asda Pharmacy, 111-127 Front Street, 7am-11pm. Aspley:Queen's Pharmacy Centre, 403 Nuthall Road, 7am-11pm. Beeston and Lenton Abbey:Grewal Chemist, Chilwell Road, to 7pm; Jardines, Sainsbury's Complex, Beeston, to 6.45pm; Manor Pharmacy, Chilwell Road, to 7pm. Bestwood:Forest Pharmacy, 131 Arnold Road, to 7pm. Bilborough:Co-op Pharmacy, Bracebridge Drive, 7am-11pm. Clifton:Day Night...
  
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• Griffiths helping mental side - Holt

  26-11-2015 09:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Michael Holt hopes his link-up with snooker legend Terry Griffiths will stop him sounding like a "broken record".
  
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• DanRobinson published Two vans crash on Clifton bridge

  26-11-2015 09:14
  
  Two vans have been involved in a crash on Clifton Bridge.One of the drivers was taken by ambulance to the Queen's Medical Centre with injuries that were not thought to be serious.The collision caused severe congestion in the southbound direction, heading towards the A453, on Thursday morning.Police were called to the scene at 7.40am and blocked off one lane while a vehicle was removed.Nottingham City Transport reported it could cause delays to the Navy 48 and Grey 53 bus services.
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