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• PMBlackburn published 'Pure escapism' - The Bootleg Beatles wow in Nottingham

  14-12-2015 23:58
  
  It is heart-warming to think – and to hope – that in another 50 or 100 years, or even further down the line, the lives of people of all ages will still be nourished and defined by the songs of the Beatles.More than half a century has passed since the fab four's first single Love Me Do, it's been 48 years since arguably their finest album Sgt. Peppers's Lonely Hearts Club band.It's also been 25 years since John Lennon was tragically gunned down and 14 since George Harrison strummed...
  
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• Nottingham Post published More of the same please and then we will be challenging, says...

  14-12-2015 23:32
  
  Dougie Freedman believes Nottingham Forest's battling performance at Blackburn wasthe kind they will need to produce if they are to challenge in the Championship. The Reds almost snatched all three points when Matt Mills saw a late header pushed onto the post by keeper Luke Steele at Ewood Park. Forest had to hold out under heavy pressure in the first half, but almost secured victory following an improved display after the break – and it left Freedman in positive mood as the Reds...
  
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• Blackburn Rovers 0-0 Nottingham Forest

  14-12-2015 23:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Blackburn extend their unbeaten Championship run to eight games as they are held to a goalless draw by Nottingham Forest.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Blackburn Rovers 0 Nottingham Forest 0: Sarah Clapson's player...

  14-12-2015 23:15
  
  Dorus de Vries: Produced a great instinctive catch to thwart a free header from Fode Koita in the second half. Showed good hands with a couple of other attempts in the first half, too. 8Eric Lichaj: Very solid defensively and played his part in a good second half move which created a shooting opportunity for Ben Osborn. 7Michael Mancienne: Another good performance at the heart of the defence. Helped to keep Jordan Rhodes in check. 7Matt Mills: Was superb at the back, making some important...
  
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• JenniferScott published Man rescued from flat fire in West Bridgford

  14-12-2015 23:01
  
  A pensioner has been rescued by the fire service from a blaze in West Bridgford.Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to the apartment complex on Hilton Crescent at 8.07pm on Monday after reports of a fire and a person trapped inside. Crews from West Bridgford and Central Fire Station were the first on the scene, followed by another from Central and an engine from Stapleford soon after.The 67-year-old man was rescued by firefighters before being taken to Queen's Medical Centre in..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Blackburn Rovers 0 Nottingham Forest 0: Paul Taylor's match...

  14-12-2015 23:00
  
  On a night when Alan Shearer was the guest of honour at Ewood Park, a 0-0 draw was hardly the most fitting of tributes to the prolific former front man.But it will still have felt like a satisfactory point for Nottingham Forest, even if they were a whisker away from snatching all three, as Matt Mills almost extended his own goalscoring habit.The big defender saw a late header pushed on to the post by Blackburn Rovers keeper Jason Steele, to ensure the game remained goalless. Had Mills added to..
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Blackburn Rovers 0 Nottingham Forest 0: Paul Taylor's match...

  14-12-2015 23:00
  
  On a night when Alan Shearer was the guest of honour at Ewood Park, a 0-0 draw was hardly the most fitting of tributes to the prolific former front man.But it will still have felt like a satisfactory point for Nottingham Forest, even if they were a whisker away from snatching all three, as Matt Mills almost extended his own goalscoring habit.The big defender saw a late header pushed on to the post by Blackburn Rovers keeper Jason Steele, to ensure the game remained goalless. Had Mills added to..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Blackburn Rovers v Nottingham Forest: Match in pictures

  14-12-2015 22:17
  
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• LucyBudge published Police officer fired for gross misconduct whilst investigating...

  14-12-2015 22:11
  
  A police officer has been fired after being accused of failing to carry out an "adequate" investigation into a domestic violence case – despite allegedly knowing there was a history of violence.PC Mark Debbage, 35, appeared at a gross misconduct hearing at Nottinghamshire Police headquarters, on Sherwood Lodge Drive in Arnold, yesterday.The panel were told that the victim, whose identity has not been revealed, called police after an alleged incident with her ex-partner at a city...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Boo boys don't bother me says Notts County striker Izale McLeod

  14-12-2015 21:55
  
  Izale McLeod admits he is unfazed by Notts County's boo boys insisting his only focus are his team-mates. The striker took his goals tally to seven for the season against Newport at the weekend, just a fortnight after he was criticised by fans for a meek performance in the defeat to Cambridge. McLeod had to listen to chants of "what a waste of money" at the Abbey Stadium in reference to his £100,000 move to the club from Crawleyin the summer. But he was back to his...
  
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• JenniferScott published Man charged after Top Valley Tesco stabbing

  14-12-2015 21:48
  
  A man has been charged after someone was stabbed in a local supermarket. Terrance Morley, of no fixed address, was arrested at the Tesco Extra store in Top Valley Drive at around 1.40am on Monday.Police were called to reports of a "drunken dispute" at the store. When they arrived, they discovered someone with knife injuries, who had to be taken to hospital - although they were thought to only be minor. Morley, 25, has now been charged with wounding with intent and affray, and will...
  
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• BenIreland published VIDEO: Nottingham family fears spending Christmas in rat-infested...

  14-12-2015 20:35
  
  A Nottingham family fears spending Christmas in a rat-infested house after they were given emergency accommodation because of structural damage to their home. Duane Williams, partner Nicola Woolley and their four children have been put up in Linfield Road, on the Broxtowe Estate, by Nottingham City Homes, through the city council's Housing Aid service. The family, who are currently relying on foodbanks, were moved to the house because of structural damage at their privately-rented home in...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Blackburn Rovers v Nottingham Forest: Team news: Robert Tesche...

  14-12-2015 20:10
  
  Robert Tesche made only his second start of the season as Nottingham Forest boss Dougie Freedman rang the changes at Blackburn Rovers. The German midfielder had been sidelined since the opening day of the campaign, having suffered a broken foot against Brighton. He made his comeback as a substitute against Fulham a little more than a week ago, before playing an hour for the Under-21s. And Freedman had no hesitation in throwing him into the first-team at Ewood Park. On the back of Friday...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Blackburn Rovers v Nottingham Forest: Team news: Robert Tesche...

  14-12-2015 20:10
  
  Robert Tesche made only his second start of the season as Nottingham Forest boss Dougie Freedman rang the changes at Blackburn Rovers. The German midfielder had been sidelined since the opening day of the campaign, having suffered a broken foot against Brighton. He made his comeback as a substitute against Fulham a little more than a week ago, before playing an hour for the Under-21s. And Freedman had no hesitation in throwing him into the first-team at Ewood Park. On the back of Friday...
  
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• Nottingham Post published MATCH LIVE: Blackburn Rovers v Nottingham Forest

  14-12-2015 19:14
  
  Live coverage of the Championship game between Blackburn Rovers and Nottingham Forest at Ewood Park. Reporter Paul Taylor will provide live updates in our match night blog from the ground.
  Live Blog MATCH LIVE: Blackburn Rovers v Nottingham Forest
  
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• LucyBudge published 10 ways to improve Nottingham: Give it a style makeover!

  14-12-2015 19:07
  
  Features writer Lucy Budge has lived in Nottingham for about six years, after moving from her hometown of Tamworth. She now spends her time writing about fashion and lifestyle – and thinks one of the best ways of improving the city would be to give its people a style makeover. Here she gives her top 10 tips for improving Nottingham's dress sense.1. Leggings should not be mixed up with trousersThis is one of my top pet peeves when it comes to clothes. Leggings are made from a jersey fabric.
  
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• LucyBudge commented 10 ways to improve Nottingham: Give it a style makeover!

  14-12-2015 19:07
  
  Features writer Lucy Budge has lived in Nottingham for about six years, after moving from her hometown of Tamworth. She now spends her time writing about fashion and lifestyle – and thinks one of the best ways of improving the city would be to give its people a style makeover. Here she gives her top 10 tips for improving Nottingham's dress sense.1. Leggings should not be mixed up with trousersThis is one of my top pet peeves when it comes to clothes. Leggings are made from a jersey fabric.
  
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• sherdley published Warning - graphic content: Shopper speaks of ordeal after...

  14-12-2015 18:59
  
  Musician Michael Reddington has spoken of his ordeal after his toe was amputated by an old escalator in Nottingham's West End Arcade.The 27-year-old, of Ball Street, St Ann's, had just collected his new iPhone4 on his way to work as a sound engineer at the city's Stealth club when the accident happened.His converse trainer got caught in a missing "riser" – the front of the metal step – as the mechanism moved to close the gap, effectively acting as a guillotine on his foot...
  
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• BenIreland published Faith leaders welcome Syrian refugees to Nottinghamshire

  14-12-2015 18:58
  
  The first 81 Syrian refugees to arrive in Nottinghamshire touched down today.And they were warmly welcomed, with faith leaders in the city leading the way.A statement from Christian, Muslim, Jewish, orthodox and liberal groups was released.It said: "We, the leaders of the faith communities in Nottinghamshire, wish to add our voices, and the voices of the people we serve, to those of good will everywhere who seek to provide compassion and practical help to those most affected by the current...
  
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• BenIreland commented Faith leaders welcome Syrian refugees to Nottinghamshire

  14-12-2015 18:58
  
  The first 81 Syrian refugees to arrive in Nottinghamshire touched down today.And they were warmly welcomed, with faith leaders in the city leading the way.A statement from Christian, Muslim, Jewish, orthodox and liberal groups was released.It said: "We, the leaders of the faith communities in Nottinghamshire, wish to add our voices, and the voices of the people we serve, to those of good will everywhere who seek to provide compassion and practical help to those most affected by the current...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Wycombe Wanderers v Notts County match preview: Liam Noble keen...

  14-12-2015 18:57
  
  As good as Notts County have been at Meadow Lane this season, it is theirrecordaway from home which continually applies the brakes to progress. Ricardo Moniz likened his teamto having "two faces", one which showsbrilliantand captivating attacking flair, the other being weak and reckless. Just one away win in the league is all they have to show for the considerable investment in the squad this summer and that was on the opening day of the season at Stevenage. Since then...
  
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• BenIreland published 19th century tale of loose tiger among stories in new book on...

  14-12-2015 18:45
  
  The tale of a tiger that prowled the streets and woods of Mapperley is among a series of local stories catalogued in a new book by an Arnold historian.Bob Massey, of Worrall Avenue, has been writing articles for NG3, NG5 and NG14 magazines since 2007 and has now compiled them into a local history book.The first volume of Snippets From History focuses on the Arnold and Mapperley areas.One of the stories is about the 'tiger' that broke loose from the cage of a travelling show in the area in 1827..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Chris Cohen makes Nottingham Forest return as he plays 45 minutes...

  14-12-2015 18:39
  
  Chris Cohen came through 45 minutes unscathed for Nottingham Forest Under-21s in their 6-0 defeat at Barnsley. Cohen played in his favoured central midfield position and showed no signs of the cruciate knee ligament injury which kept him out since September 2014. Forest had won three of their previous four fixtures in the Under-21 Professional Development League Two. However, they came spectacularly unstuck at Barnsley. The goals came from Harry White and Matty Templeton netting two each,...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Chris Cohen makes Nottingham Forest return as he plays 45 minutes...

  14-12-2015 18:39
  
  Chris Cohen came through 45 minutes unscathed for Nottingham Forest Under-21s in their 6-0 defeat at Barnsley. Cohen played in his favoured central midfield position and showed no signs of the cruciate knee ligament injury which kept him out since September 2014. Forest had won three of their previous four fixtures in the Under-21 Professional Development League Two. However, they came spectacularly unstuck at Barnsley. The goals came from Harry White and Matty Templeton netting two each,...
  
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• Raid on 'Europe's biggest drug dealer'

  14-12-2015 18:15 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Dramatic footage from Spain shows a raid on the home of a British man accused of running Europe's largest drug-trafficking network.
  
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• NottmPostEG published Jazz singer Iain Mackenzie on playing Frank Sinatra songs and...

  14-12-2015 18:10
  
  Top London jazz singer Iain Mackenzie, chats with Kevin Cooper about his love of all things Sinatra, performing at the legendary Ronnie Scott's, the release of his debut lounge album Blow Your Horn, and his forthcoming tour to celebrate the 100th birthday of Frank Sinatra.Iain Mackenzie comes from a pedigree of great British jazz and big band singers. After graduating from the Guildhall School of Music, he worked with the Pasadena Roof Orchestra, the RTE Concert Orchestra, the BBC Concert...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Chris Read assesses Nottinghamshire's team as he tips Peter...

  14-12-2015 18:00
  
  Chris Read says Nottinghamshire's bowling attack can be even stronger next summer – but their batting could face a major examination. Notts saw Jake Ball, Luke Wood and Brett Hutton enjoy breakthrough seasons and they will complemented by returning Australian Test star Peter Siddle in 2016. However, the team could be without batsmen Alex Hales and James Taylor for most of the season if they perform well for England in South Africa. The veteran wicket-keeper hopes that happens. Losing...
  
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• Fine after escalator rips off man's toe

  14-12-2015 17:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Shopping centre managers are fined £75,000 for health and safety breaches after a man's toe was ripped off by an escalator.
  
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• NottmPostEG published Snoopy and Charlie Brown: The Peanuts Movie: Film review and...

  14-12-2015 17:39
  
  If unabashed sweetness is your weakness then you will be completely helpless in the company of Snoopy And Charlie Brown: The Peanuts Movie. Written by Craig and Bryan Schulz, the son and grandson of Charles M Schulz, Steve Martino's film marries the old-fashioned, wholesome sensibilities of the syndicated comic strips with state-of-the-art computer animation. The episodic nature of the script suggests that several bitesize adventures for the titular pooch and his self-doubting master have...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Drunk builder left to pay out £1,200 after smashing pub...

  14-12-2015 17:37
  
  A drunk builder who smashed a front window of a Mapperley pub was left nursing a £1,200 hangover on Monday.Gavin Ferns' antics were caught on camera and he was so disgusted that he could not bear to see the incident again after one viewing, magistrates in Nottingham heard.The civil engineer hurled an A-frame through one of the main windows of the Duke of Cambridge on November 20. The repair bill was £800.When he appeared in court, Ferns was ordered to pay for a replacement and fined.
  
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• RachelGorman published Cab fares donated to children's cancer charity

  14-12-2015 17:24
  
  Festive shoppers have donated around £800 to a children's cancer charity in exchange for free cab rides. Bosses at Nottingham-based DG Taxis have pledged to surprise at least 300 customers with free jounreys by Christmas Eve in a a bid to raise money for PASICS - the Parents Association For Seriously Ill Children at the Queen's Medical Centre. Since launching the fundraiser last Thursday the cab firm have given away 80 free rides and executive taxi driver Danny Cooper cannot believe...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Soldier caught drink-driving at end of three-month drinking ban

  14-12-2015 17:20
  
  An army logistics expert was caught drink-driving at the end of a three-month alcohol ban while on standby for military action.Alan Morrison failed a roadside breath test after his BMW was stopped in Mapperley Plains at 2am on November 21, magistrates in the city heard on Monday.Mrs Margaret Martin, prosecuting, told the court: "The police attention was drawn to the vehicle which was seen weaving and being driven very sluggishly."Police spoke to the driver, who had a passenger, and he...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Jake Ball could help England Lions claim series win against...

  14-12-2015 17:00
  
  Nottinghamshire seamer Jake Ball will hope to help England Lions win their Twenty20 series against Pakistan A on Wednesday.Ball has played in three of the four matches so far, returning figures of two for 27, two for 19 and none for 27.He was left out of the last game as England tied the series at 2-2, but is set to return after Steven Finn joined up with the senior squad.The series decider takes place at the ICC Global Cricket Academy in Dubai.Ball will then return home for Christmas before...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Ilkeston FC ready to take on Premier League giants in the FA...

  14-12-2015 17:00
  
  Ilkeston FC Under-18s will take on Premier League giants Newcastle United's next generation in the third round of the FA Youth Cup at the New Manor Ground on Wednesday night. Ilkeston have beaten two League One sides in five games to reach this stage, drawing attention to their young players from several top flight teams along the way. After comfortable wins against Loughborough Dynamo, St Andrews and Studley, the first round proper found Ilkeston pitted against League One side Burton...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Defendant tells magistrates to 'have a nice Christmas' after...

  14-12-2015 17:00
  
  A reveller wished magistrates a "nice Christmas" after he was given a £365 bill for causing bother in the city centre. Stephen Hind apologised for the incident on Pelham Street on November 21 where he had been celebrating a friend's birthday. "It's something I am not proud of, it was stupidity," said Hind, 21, of Haydn Road, Sherwood. He admitted being drunk and disorderly. Tim Smith, mitigating, said: "He can't remember much about it and is ashamed of his...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Nottingham flyweight Jamie Williams set for third meeting with...

  14-12-2015 16:49
  
  Jamie Williams will have to face Uzzy Ahmed for the third time in his career after the pair drew their Midlands Area title belt on Sunday. The talented Nottingham flyweight, who has already beaten Ahmed once, locked horns again with his rival from Derby in a fascinating contest. Williams looked to have made a major breakthrough when he floored Ahmed right before the end of the eighth round. But at the end of a fascinating ten-round contest in Leicester, it was ruled a draw and the pair are...
  
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• Historic motorcycles discovered in barn

  14-12-2015 16:35 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A collection of eight rare motorcycles built in Nottingham is discovered after being stored in barns for more than 50 years.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Wycombe Wanderers v Notts County: Match in focus

  14-12-2015 16:32
  
  Talking Tactics As good as Notts County are at Meadow Lane, their away form could not be more contrasting. They have recorded just one away win in the league all season which came against Stevenage on the opening day. That 2-0 success seems a lifetime ago now with subsequent trips on the road offering very little joy. It takes a brave Magpies fan to part with their cash to watch the club away from home, but remarkably they still travel in great numbers, despite the lack of...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Wycombe Wanderers v Notts County: Match in focus

  14-12-2015 16:32
  
  Talking Tactics As good as Notts County are at Meadow Lane, their away form could not be more contrasting. They have recorded just one away win in the league all season which came against Stevenage on the opening day. That 2-0 success seems a lifetime ago now with subsequent trips on the road offering very little joy. It takes a brave Magpies fan to part with their cash to watch the club away from home, but remarkably they still travel in great numbers, despite the lack of...
  
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• rsherdley published Man loses toe in escalator: £75,000 fine for West End...

  14-12-2015 15:50
  
  Bosses of Nottingham's West End Arcade have been fined £75,000 after a shopper's big toe was sliced off on the escalator.Hodgson Elkington, the managing agent of the arcade, between Long Row and Upper Parliament Street, was orders to pay costs of £50,000.A guilty plea was entered to a health and safety offence last week by the barrister acting on behalf of the company.Michael Reddington, 25, of St Ann's, screamed in agony when he reached the top of the escalator and realised his left
  
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• RachelGorman published Emotional farewell to bride Lorraine Green who married just five...

  14-12-2015 15:17
  
  Grieving friends and family said an emotional final farewell to "legendary" cook and self-confessed "gasbag" Lorraine Green at her well-attended funeral yesterday.Amongst the tears and heartache there was laughter and smiles as the "wonderful" wife, mother and grandma was remembered during a colourful send-off at the serenity chapel, in Bramcote Crematorium.The 53-year-old, of Long Eaton, died suddenly from pancreatic cancer on Wednesday, November 25 just five days...
  
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• RachelGorman commented Emotional farewell to bride Lorraine Green who married just five...

  14-12-2015 15:17
  
  Grieving friends and family said an emotional final farewell to "legendary" cook and self-confessed "gasbag" Lorraine Green at her well-attended funeral yesterday.Amongst the tears and heartache there was laughter and smiles as the "wonderful" wife, mother and grandma was remembered during a colourful send-off at the serenity chapel, in Bramcote Crematorium.The 53-year-old, of Long Eaton, died suddenly from pancreatic cancer on Wednesday, November 25 just five days...
  
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• TomNorton published Keyworth pupil Eliza Hughes on her way to cooking competition

  14-12-2015 15:09
  
  Schoolgirl Eliza Hughes is bidding to become the next Mary Berry – after winning through to the local heats of a cookery competition.The 14-year-old, of Keyworth, cooked up a storm to reach the regional finals of the Springboard FutureChef contest, which aims to discover the country's best young chefs.The South Wolds Academy pupil served up a creative menu of quinoa, spinach and fig tart with butternut squash and potato dauphinoise, followed by a bitter chocolate cake served with...
  
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• BenIreland published Call for volunteers to help police catch speeding drivers

  14-12-2015 14:35
  
  Volunteers are needed to help crack down on dangerous speedsters and save lives by patrolling the county's roads.Nottinghamshire Commnuity Speedwatch is expanding because of growing financial pressures on the police – and volunteers with radar guns are more important than ever.From January 1, 2012 to November 19 this year, 41 people have died as a result of speeding-related crashes. A further 1,503 have been hurt, with 256 seriously injured on the roads.June Stendall, 60, and Jamie...
  
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• JonPritchard commented Store manager defends zero-hour contracts them helped him work...

  14-12-2015 13:00
  
  Zero-hour contracts are seen by many as unfair, and have come under fire in recent months. But one worker, who spent years working on a zero-hour contract, has said it is what helped him rise through the ranks. Sean Caffrey, 26, joined Sports Direct when he was still at college and says the ability to work flexible hours meant he could still earn money while studying. Mr Caffrey, now a manager at the Clumber Street branch of the company, said: "I started off as a casual sales...
  
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• JonPritchard commented Store manager defends zero-hour contracts that helped him work...

  14-12-2015 13:00
  
  Zero-hour contracts are seen by many as unfair, and have come under fire in recent months. But one worker, who spent years working on a zero-hour contract, has said it is what helped him rise through the ranks. Sean Caffrey, 26, joined Sports Direct when he was still at college and says the ability to work flexible hours meant he could still earn money while studying. Mr Caffrey, now a manager at the Clumber Street branch of the company, said: "I started off as a casual sales...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Sneinton property: Your house buying guide to the area

  14-12-2015 12:55
  
  Where can you pick up your next home for around £60,000?One answer is Sneinton. It is home to not only an array of reasonably priced terraced housing but also has everything from landmarks such as Green's windmill and science museum to sandstone caves, parks... and all within walking distance of the city centre.Property Despite having its fair share of attractions, the first thing house hunters are going to want to know is how much is a home going to cost?Well, with...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Idlewild at Rescue Rooms, Nottingham: Review

  14-12-2015 12:37
  
  Originally scheduled as one of Rock City's flurry of 35-year anniversary gigs, Idlewild's part in that particular celebration has been downgraded and takes place at its sister venue, the Rescue Rooms. If truth be told, it is a more comfortable fit for the band anyway. And it's not like they care. Roddy Woomble has always been the humble front man to the band; a man who has led his charges from pulsating neo-grunge, to songs that heralded them is the British R.E.M. and then...
  
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• JonPritchard published In pictures: Past Robin Hood Marathon events

  14-12-2015 12:09
  
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• NottmPostEG published Neverland at Nottingham Lakeside Arts: Review and pictures

  14-12-2015 12:00
  
  With Tinker Bell fluttering around the auditorium as we found our seats, we knew we were in for something magical. Neverland, Lakeside's Christmas production, is a brand new family musical. It's a clever take on J M Barrie's 1904 play, Peter Pan, with a modern twist. The story follows Wendy, a naive 13-year-old girl, who's off to stay with her estranged dad, Mr Darling. He lives in a tiny bedsit in London, near the children's home Neverland, where he works. It's here that Wendy meets Peter...
  
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