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• LucyBudge published Unique work experience scheme aims to keep graduates in...

  09-12-2015 23:07
  
  Graduates are being encouraged to stay in the city after completing their studies through a unique work experience programme. It is the second year of the #Grads4Nottm scheme, which aims to keep graduated students in the region by highlighting the many job opportunities across the county. The initiative is a joint collaboration between Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham City Council, Nottinghamshire County Council, Boots and other local employers. It differs from other work experience...
  
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• NottmPostEG published The Apprentice: Episode 10 review and what did David Stevenson...

  09-12-2015 23:01
  
  As the final gets ever closer, Oonagh Robinson catches up with the crunch-time action on another sensational episode of The Apprentice Just when you think this series couldn't throw up any more surprises, we get another first - with a painful nil nil draw, creating an unprecedented TWO losing teams. Are all the candidates simply a bit unlucky this year or genuinely useless? I still can't work it out. It seemed to be going so well at the start of the episode, as well, as an unusually upbeat...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham named one of top 25 best value places to visit in UK

  09-12-2015 22:56
  
  Nottingham has been named among the 25 best value places to visit – and stay – in the country. A study by Trivago, a travel site, which appeared in the Daily Telegraph newspaper, placed the Queen of the Midlands in seventh spot, ahead of places like York, Newcastle, Bristol and Liverpool. The Telegraph's travel writer, Victoria Monk, who used to live in Nottingham, said: "Nottingham city centre is a delight. "Chic new bars and pleasant fountains nestle themselves...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Police inspector sacked after 'exaggerating' injuries

  09-12-2015 21:18
  
  A police inspector has been sacked after it was found she "deliberately exaggerated" the extent of her injuries following a car crash in order to retire on medical grounds and receive an enhanced pension. Speaking on the final day of the gross misconduct hearing at Nottinghamshire Police headquarters, Acting Chief Constable Simon Torr said Inspector Zoe Hallam had breached the police's "standards of integrity and honesty" on several occasions. The 48-year-old mum-of-two had...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Police inspector sacked after 'exaggerating' injuries

  09-12-2015 21:18
  
  A police inspector has been sacked after it was found she "deliberately exaggerated" the extent of her injuries following a car crash in order to retire on medical grounds and receive an enhanced pension. Speaking on the final day of the gross misconduct hearing at Nottinghamshire Police headquarters, Acting Chief Constable Simon Torr said Inspector Zoe Hallam had breached the police's "standards of integrity and honesty" on several occasions. The 48-year-old mum-of-two had...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Interior design tips: How to create a festive home

  09-12-2015 21:09
  
  With every open door on your advent calendar the big day draws nearer. We're all counting down the days until Christmas and we want our homes to have the wow factor as we welcome guests over the festive period. Tracey Portington, (pictured), sales advisor for Miller Homes Midlands, shares her top tips for giving your home a festive feel.Start with the mantlepiece – it's often the focal point of your home and the best place to catch the eye. Be bold with your decorations by using...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Prisoner charged with murder after pensioner found dead in cell...

  09-12-2015 20:29
  
  A 24-year-old prisoner has been charged with the murder of an 80-year-old Derbyshire man.David Peter Gomersall has appeared in court charged with the murder of John Coxall.Mr Coxall, of William Street, Long Eaton, was found unresponsive in his cell at Nottingham Prison last Thursday.He was declared dead at 5pm and Gomersall, who, like Mr Coxall, was a serving prisoner, was arrested.A spokesman for Nottinghamshire police said: "David Peter Gomersall, 24, has been charged with the murder of...
  
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• Royal backing for hip hop opera

  09-12-2015 20:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A rap opera aimed at tackling gang culture is being backed by Prince Harry and Prince William.
  
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• Nottingham Post commented John Parker trial: Man found guilty of murder

  09-12-2015 20:18
  
  Jonathan Jones has been found guilty of murder at Nottingham Crown Court.The jury returned a unanimous verdict over the stabbing of John Parker in St Ann's on Sunday, May 31.Jones admitted manslaughter but denied murder during the six-day trial.His defence was that he did not intend to cause "really serious harm" to Mr Parker, 43, of Birkin Avenue, Hyson Green.After Jones, 39, was taken to the cells, Judge Stuart Rafferty QC praised the jury of four women and eight men, for their full...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Alex Hales confident he can prove his doubters wrong ahead of...

  09-12-2015 20:10
  
  Alex Hales is well aware there are those who doubt he is good enough for Test cricket – but he is backing himself to prove his critics wrong in South Africa. The Nottinghamshire batsman flies out tomorrow and is poised to make his debut in the first Test on Boxing Day. Hales has supporters who believe he can transfer his aggressive style from county cricket to Tests. Other pundits feel he lacks the technique for the highest level. "When you play international cricket you will...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Alex Hales confident he can prove his doubters wrong ahead of...

  09-12-2015 20:10
  
  Alex Hales is well aware there are those who doubt he is good enough for Test cricket – but he is backing himself to prove his critics wrong in South Africa. The Nottinghamshire batsman flies out tomorrow and is poised to make his debut in the first Test on Boxing Day. Hales has supporters who believe he can transfer his aggressive style from county cricket to Tests. Other pundits feel he lacks the technique for the highest level. "When you play international cricket you will...
  
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• BenIreland published Spillage on A52 after car and truck crash leaves delays for...

  09-12-2015 19:40
  
  Drivers heading home on the A52 through Radcliffe-on-Trent were delayed after a spillage from a truck that was involved in a crash with a car.The female driver of a Ford Ka suffered minor injuries at the scene and was attended to by paramedics.The incident happened at around 4.35pm on December 9, near the Radcliffe branch of the RSPCA, and traffic was still queuing hours later.A spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said lanes had to be kept clear because of fluids that had spilt from the...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Nottingham Jazz Diary with Jeanie Barton, December 11-17

  09-12-2015 19:00
  
  All venues should look like Santa's grotto now and on Friday, December 11 Stray's in Newark welcomes back Jez Matthews on keys joined by Hannah Taylor on alto sax swinging some seasonal sounds from 7pm. They also have Jazzy Christmas Carols back for their fifth year on Sunday, December 13 from 3pm-5.30pm, which is £7 entry in aid of Beaumond House Community Hospice. Please ring 01636 613764 for more information about both sumptuous events. It's Jingle Belles or rather Shell's Belles...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Alex Hales will treat England Test debut like any other game if...

  09-12-2015 18:45
  
  As Alex Hales flies out with England tomorrow, he could be forgiven for being like a child at Christmas. He knows the present he most wants – a Test debut – is under the metaphorical tree, but all he can do is wait until Boxing Day, when England start their four-match series against South Africa in Durban. The Nottinghamshire batsman is anxious not to talk with a sense of entitlement, even though chairman of selectors James Whitaker has said Hales will get his chance to open...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Jane Eyre, National Theatre Live at the Savoy Cinema, Nottingham:...

  09-12-2015 18:36
  
  This adaptation of Charlotte Brontё's brooding feminist love story, which tells of troubled young woman Jane Eyre's journey from childhood to adulthood, and her life-changing encounter with the Byronic Mr Rochester, takes time to establish itself given its often strange creative touches. For example, there is a live band at the back of the stage set, along with a singer performing especially-composed music to add to the mood of certain scenes (including a slowed-down cover version of...
  
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• BenIreland published Art exhibition by Nottingham job seekers to boost employability

  09-12-2015 18:26
  
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• Nottingham Post published Garry Birtles column: Nottingham Forest can flourish in 2016 if...

  09-12-2015 18:00
  
  After great wins over Reading and Fulham, Dougie Freedman will no doubt turn his attentions towards one nagging problem eating away at him and Nottingham Forest. It's safe to say the away record isn't the best, given Forest have won just twice away in the league all season, but if he can sort that then Forest really will be flying. Even Rotherham, who are second from bottom, have managed two away wins in the league, although it's not quite as bad as Bristol City, MK Dons and Charlton, who...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Adcocks relishing battle for $1m prize pot at BWF World...

  09-12-2015 18:00
  
  Ravenshead's Chris Adcock and his wife Gabby believe their consistency this year will hold them in good stead when they compete for a slice of the $1m prize pot on offer at this week's BWF World Superseries Finals in Dubai.The Commonwealth champions, who are ranked at seven in the world, have enjoyed a solid year on the world tour and were rewarded with a place in the season-ending event involving the top eight partnerships at the Hamdan Sports Complex.The English duo will be competing in their.
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Garry Birtles column: Nottingham Forest can flourish in 2016 if...

  09-12-2015 18:00
  
  After great wins over Reading and Fulham, Dougie Freedman will no doubt turn his attentions towards one nagging problem eating away at him and Nottingham Forest. It's safe to say the away record isn't the best, given Forest have won just twice away in the league all season, but if he can sort that then Forest really will be flying. Even Rotherham, who are second from bottom, have managed two away wins in the league, although it's not quite as bad as Bristol City, MK Dons and Charlton, who...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County fan column: Jacob Daniel: Roy Carroll will be...

  09-12-2015 17:50
  
  With Notts having seen their FA Cup hopes come to an utterly depressing end at Salford City last month, this week's column comes from the slightly awkward position of pretty much nothing having happened since last week.No defensive mishaps, no collapses away from home and no 'have we turned the corner now' bouts of misplaced optimism after another home win against mediocre opposition.The most interesting news involving Notts this week has been the decision to move the away game at Carlisle...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Garry Birtles column: Keeping Liam Trotter will be ideal for...

  09-12-2015 17:50
  
  Liam Trotterhas signed an extension to his loan deal at Nottingham Forest and that's a good move for everybody concerned. It's good for the player because he is actively involved here and part of a team, and for the manager it keeps that continuity in the dressing room. By all accounts he has done very well, having initially come in to help compensate for the loss of Henri Lansbury to suspension. Obviously he has proved he is worth much more than just a stop gap, which is why Forest...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Juraj Kolnik disappointed with some recent displays despite...

  09-12-2015 17:40
  
  Juraj Kolnik has scored 15 points in his last eight games, but the Nottingham Panthers winger is disappointed with some recent performances. The former Slovakia international took his tally to 35 points from 26 games as he enjoys an outstanding first season at the National Ice Centre. However, the 35-year-old winger says he could have done more for the team. Now he is looking to press on when Panthers go to Scotland for three games in as many days this weekend. "I could be doing...
  
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• LucyBudge published Man collides with bus on Upper Parliament Street

  09-12-2015 17:29
  
  A man has collided with a bus on Upper Parliament Street.The incident happened at about 3.45pm on Wednesday.Witnesses said they saw the man cross the road from Subway towards the Coach and Horses pub when he collided with a Blue Line 39 bus. An ambulance and a police van arrived at the scene shortly after as the road was blocked by traffic. The street was cleared by around 4.15pm and the man was taken to hospital.
  
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• BenIreland published Tributes paid to former Nottingham resident who died after her...

  09-12-2015 17:28
  
  Tributes have been paid to a former Nottingham resident who died in a crash in Cambridge.Jane Herbert, 61, of Latham Road, Cambridge, was cycling in Trumpington Road in Cambridge when she was in collision with a coach on Wednesday, December 2.She died the following day.In a statement, her family said: "Jane enjoyed the creative arts – she was a talented dressmaker and potter. She enjoyed tennis, pilates and walking for recreation. She and Andrew enjoyed travelling to and exploring...
  
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• DanRobinson published The Swiines on organising football tournaments and starring in...

  09-12-2015 17:26
  
  It might not seem like it from the outside but it's been a busy year for The Swiines. Despite the fact it's taken a little longer than they hoped to release new single In the Dark – 18 months in fact – it doesn't mean 2015 has been spent with their feet up. Instead, the Nottingham five-piece have organised a celebrity football tournament at Meadow Lane with Jake Bugg – brother of lead singer Scott – and appeared in a forthcoming film. "It's exciting and gives...
  
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• LucyBudge published Man in collision with bus on Upper Parliament Street

  09-12-2015 17:05
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• Crichton extends Notts contract

  09-12-2015 17:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Notts County Ladies midfielder Leanne Crichton signs a new one-year deal with the Women's Super League side.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Will Millett happy to continue learning process at Nottingham...

  09-12-2015 17:00
  
  Will Millett might be 21 but he is already an experienced campaigner when it comes to the weekly battle of senior rugby. The fly-half began his career with Oxfordshire side Chinnor, before playing for National League One club Loughborough Students last season. Although he largely played at full-back in the Students' second string, Millett (pictured) was picked up by Nottingham Rugby and was named on the bench for the first four Championship games of the season. He is set to feature at...
  
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• MattDavies published Video: No ban for Nottingham Panthers centre Matthew Myers

  09-12-2015 16:59
  
  Nottingham Panthers centre Matthew Myers will not be banned following a review by the Elite League's Department of Player Safety. Belfast Giants requested action be taken against the 31-year-old after he clashed with former Panthers winger Chris Higgins on Saturday night. Higgins had just scored a fine equalising goal for the Giants when Myers clattered into him. The panel felt Myers could have avoided the collision, but further action was not needed. That means Myers is free to play in...
  
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• JemmaPage published Good Deeds Notts: Daring director sky dives for Great Ormond...

  09-12-2015 16:55
  
  Daring director Martin Berry was inspired by the magic of Peter Pan last week as he jumped out of a plane from 13,000 feet to raise money for a children's hospital. The Nottingham Lakeside Arts director's brave stunt raised £595 for London's Great Ormond Street Hospital. Mr Berry said he was inspired to take part in a skydive after seeing actors flying across the stage at the theatre's latest production Neverland – a play inspired by Peter Pan. He added: "When we chose to...
  
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• JemmaPage published Christmas Toy Appeal: Hundreds of toys donated to the campaign

  09-12-2015 16:55
  
  Hundreds of toys have been donated to the Post's Christmas Toy Appeal – with more waiting to be collected. We launched our campaign to help bring festive cheer to youngsters who have lost their families, children living in poverty and young people living on the street. Generous Toys R Us customers, local firms and organisations and individuals have been collecting toys, puzzles and books. Presents have already been given out by Santa at Christmas parties organised by the Notts...
  
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• JenniferScott published Public consultation opens for Nottinghamshire County Council...

  09-12-2015 16:34
  
  Locals can now have their say on budget plans put forward by Nottinghamshire County Council.The authority's policy committee today approved the proposals, which will see more than £20m in savings made annually and over 100 jobs go.But now residents, businesses and employees have a chance to put their views across. The budget proposals are available to view and make comment on via the Council's website - www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/budget.Councillor Alan Rhodes, Leader of Nottinghamshire...
  
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• TomNorton published Nottingham mums encouraging others to go sober this New Year

  09-12-2015 16:25
  
  Giving up drinking for a month to raise money for charity was tougher than Jo Wright expected.But the 45-year-old, of Beeston, rose to the challenge and is encouraging others to tackle the trial and raise hundreds of pounds for Cancer Research in January.Jo is one of the Sober Sisters, 10 fundraisers who want people to put away the bottle in the New Year.The Sisters formed in January 2014 when their close friend, Rachel Moore, was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer. The group...
  
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• BenIreland published Train journeys from Nottingham to Leeds will be 20 minutes faster...

  09-12-2015 16:11
  
  Train journeys from Nottingham to Leeds will be reduced by 20 minutes as a new rail franchise was announced.The city will have better links with the so-called "northern powerhouse" city by 2019, after the franchise was awarded to Arriva Trains.Nottingham's first direct service to Bradford will be introduced and the link to Sheffield sped up by five minutes on board a brand new fleet of trains with wifi and more seats.Councillor Steve Calvert, of Nottinghamshire County Council, has been...
  
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• JemmaPage commented Actress Vicky McClure has Nottingham tram named after her

  09-12-2015 15:49
  
  Next time you catch a tram into Nottingham, you could be sitting next to Vicky McClure - on her very own tram.The Wollaton-born actress has become the latest famous face to have a tram named after her. On Wednesday the star peeled back a label on the front of a Citadis tram and saw her name – complete with the iconic Bafta logo. The Bafta award-winning actress has joined the likes of cricketing hero Stuart Broad and Michelin-starred chef Sat Bains, who have also been...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest sign Southend United youngster

  09-12-2015 15:38
  
  Nottingham Forest have signed Southend United youngster Keith Asare. The teenager met with Reds Academy manager Gary Brazil to put pen to paper. Forest are said to have paid money up front for the midfielder, with the Shrimpers also in line to earn more if various clauses are activated. Asare caused a stir when he made his FA Youth Cup debut a few weeks ago. Coming off the bench in a first round tie at Barton Rovers, it was later discovered he was too young to play in the competition and...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Former pub landlords face huge clean-up - after Storm Desmond...

  09-12-2015 15:23
  
  Caught in the eye of Storm Desmond, a former Ilkeston couple have told of the devastation caused by floods that tore through the Lake District.Bryan Harvey and Liz Canlin work at a Camping and Caravan Club site in Keswick, one of the areas worst-hit by the weekend storm and its aftermath.As water levels rose rapidly last Thursday evening, they were among a small team of staff who sprang into action to evacuate campers to a supermarket car park nearby."By 8.30 it became clear that we had to...
  
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• Jones facing retirement - Murray

  09-12-2015 15:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mansfield boss Adam Murray says defender Luke Jones will almost certainly have to retire because of an Achilles injury.
  
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• JonPritchard published Husband given leave to remain in UK - nearly two years after...

  09-12-2015 14:25
  
  Christmas has come early for a couple after husband Joseph Solomon was granted indefinite leave to stay in the UK following a lengthy appeal over visa complications.Last year, the Post reported that Mr Solomon faced spending the first anniversary of his marriage apart from wife Martha, after his visa application was rejected because of a technical hitch.The 27-year-old, who is originally from South Africa, had ticked a box on the forms back in January 2014 indicating he was from a majority...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published 25 years of Christmas film Home Alone marked in Nottinghamshire

  09-12-2015 14:25
  
  It may only seem like five minutes since it was released, but popular Christmas film Home Alone is 25-years-old this year – and if that doesn't make you feel old, nothing will.To mark the occasion, the Odeon cinema at Mansfield Leisure Park will be staging a special screening at 3:30pm on Saturday afternoon.Even if you have the DVD and have seen it on television already this Christmas, this is sure to get you right into the festive spirit alongside other fans when the cinema throws open...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Seal talks about new album and working with Trevor Horn ahead of...

  09-12-2015 14:18
  
  Olusegun Olumide Adeola Samuel, better known by his stage name Seal, is a British singer and songwriter. He has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide and is known for his numerous international hits, including Kiss From a Rose, which appeared on the soundtrack to the 1995 film Batman Forever. He was also a coach on The Voice Australia in 2012 and 2013. Seal has won numerous music awards throughout his career, including three Brit Awards, winning Best British Male in 1992. He has won...
  
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• £1.2bn boost to northern rail journeys

  09-12-2015 13:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Improved services between Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire are promised with the announcement of new contracts for two rail franchises.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham girl takes starring role in Sky Movies Christmas...

  09-12-2015 13:00
  
  For many young girls, starring in their own Disney animation is the stuff of fantasy – but Clydee Scrimshaw can see a cartoon version of herself almost any time she turns on the TV right now. The eight-year-old, of Wollaton, also flies, skids and falls her way through the Sky Movies Christmas advert. She admits she got to live other children's dreams by taking part in the adventure that has taken on John Lewis in the festive ad campaign stakes. Clydee, a student at Television...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published This simple trick could help you more than double your annual...

  09-12-2015 12:53
  
  No matter how many holidays you have at work, they never seem to be quite enough, do they?The majority of staff are given 25 days leave plus bank holidays across the year, but with the end of 2015 coming, many people will turn their attentions to arranging their time off for 2016.Planning all the things you want to do can be somewhat challenging when you suddenly realise you've used all your time.But one website has come up with a clever little way you can turn your leave entitlement to be worth
  
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• Nottingham Post published Hockey: Helen Richardson-Walsh bags tenth goal for Great Britain...

  09-12-2015 12:45
  
  Helen Richardson-Walsh bagged her tenth goal for Great Britain to clinch a 1-0 win over Australia in the World League Final.It was the West Bridgford player's second strike of the competition and provided Danny Kerry's side with their first win in their final pool match.GB must now wait to find out their quarter-final opponents, once all of the pool matches are completed.After defeat to Argentina and a draw with China, they put in a fine display against the World No.2 Hockeyroos.The decisive...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest at 150: Flashback: ​​Mixed fortunes for the...

  09-12-2015 12:40
  
  Nottingham Forest went into the 1959/60 season still sky high after winning the FA Cup for only the second time in the club's history three months earlier. Losing the Charity Shield 3-1 to Wolverhampton Wanderers, at Wolves' ground back before the game started to be played at Wembley each August, did not dampen enthusiasm for the season ahead for the Reds. Manager Billy Walker wanted another season where Forest impressed people with their style of football and, ahead of the league campaign,...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Liam Trotter extends loan at Nottingham Forest

  09-12-2015 11:57
  
  Liam Trotter has signed a loan extension at Nottingham Forest. The 27-year-old midfielder will now stay at the City Ground for another 28 days, from parent club Bolton. Trotter has done well since joining Forest towards the end of October, having been completely frozen out at Bolton. He made an instant impact at the club, scoring on his debut in a 1-1 draw against Ipswich Town at the City Ground. He has made a total of four starts and three sub appearances for Dougie Freedman's side, and...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Liam Trotter extends loan at Nottingham Forest

  09-12-2015 11:57
  
  Liam Trotter has signed a loan extension at Nottingham Forest. The 27-year-old midfielder will now stay at the City Ground for another 28 days, from parent club Bolton. Trotter has done well since joining Forest towards the end of October, having been completely frozen out at Bolton. He made an instant impact at the club, scoring on his debut in a 1-1 draw against Ipswich Town at the City Ground. He has made a total of four starts and three sub appearances for Dougie Freedman's side, and...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Star Wars: 30 pictures of characters in Nottinghamshire

  09-12-2015 11:38
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Star Wars: 26 photos that prove Nottinghamshire folk love...

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