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• Nottingham Post published 10 things to improve Nottingham: More outdoor dining and expand...

  03-01-2016 21:25
  
  Nottingham Post photographer Mark Lee suggests a few ways to spruce up the county.1. Robin Hood is the city's (and county's) most famous son. Since the Tales of Robin Hood shut down in Maid Marion Way, nothing really has been done improve the promotion and the 'brand' of the man in tights. I have spoken to many visitors to the area over the years who all say the same thing – that there is precious little attraction in the city to see. A statue outside the castle, but then the visitors...
  
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• RachelGorman published Nottingham Post's Sunday night quiz

  03-01-2016 21:02
  
  Boo... most of us go back to reality with a bump tomorrow. Why not eke out the last of the festive season and pit your wits against the Nottingham Post's Sunday night quiz. Let us know how you do in the comments below 1. Hungerford Bridge takes pedestrians over the Thames to and from which London station? (a) Cannon Street, (b) Charing Cross, (c) Blackfriars 2. Lizzie Kelly last week became the first woman jockey to win a... (a) Three-mile hurdle, (b) Grade 1 steeplechase, (c) two-mile...
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest close to signing Slovenia international Bojan...

  03-01-2016 20:55
  
  Nottingham Forest are close to finalising a deal to sign Slovenian international Bojan Jokic on loan for the rest of the season. Dougie Freedman hopes the final details of the defender's move from Spanish club Villarreal will be confirmed in the next 24 hours. The 29-year-old left back is expected to fly over to England tonight to complete his move to the City Ground in time to train with the rest of the squad for the first time tomorrow. Jokic has won 72 caps for his country, but has...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest close to signing Slovenia international Bojan...

  03-01-2016 20:55
  
  Nottingham Forest are close to finalising a deal to sign Slovenian international Bojan Jokic on loan for the rest of the season. Dougie Freedman hopes the final details of the defender's move from Spanish club Villarreal will be confirmed in the next 24 hours. The 29-year-old left back is expected to fly over to England tonight to complete his move to the City Ground in time to train with the rest of the squad for the first time tomorrow. Jokic has won 72 caps for his country, but has...
  
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• JonPritchard published Christmas is over - but Nottingham stores gearing up for Easter...

  03-01-2016 20:00
  
  Christmas may be over – but shops and supermarkets are already gearing up for the next big celebration. Easter eggs and other seasonal chocolate goodies are already on the shelves at many stores, as retail giants look to make the most of the event. Some shops are also gearing up for Valentine's Day, despite it being almost six weeks away. And Nottingham's shoppers were not impressed with the early promotions. Amanda Turnbull, 44, from Woodborough, said: "Without a doubt, the...
  
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• RachelGorman published New Year, New You? Health and fitness experts give advice that...

  03-01-2016 19:59
  
  It can be tempting to jump on the New Year, New You bandwagon but experts say small achievable goals and moderation are best for staying healthy, not just through January, but all the way into 2017 Rachel Gorman, reportsWhile some party-goers were nursing sore heads after a night of New Year's Eve excess other inspiring go-getters were determined to get 2016 off to a healthy start.More than 100 people decided to ditch the sofa and hit Nuffield Health Nottingham Fitness and Wellbeing Gym, in...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Curtis Thompson says 'heads dropped' after Oxford United...

  03-01-2016 19:20
  
  Curtis Thompson says Oxford United's second goal was the turning point in Notts County's 4-2 defeat at Meadow Lane. The managerless Pies had overturned Liam Sercombe's penalty on the stroke of half-time through goals from Jon Stead and Thompson. But Oxford equalised just three minutes after Thompson made it 2-1 through Alex MacDonald, before late goals from Callum O'Dowda and Kemar Roofe sealed the win. And Thompson, who scored his second goal of the season, felt the critical moment was...
  
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• Nottingham Post published It's 'incredible' to be back playing for Nottingham Forest, says...

  03-01-2016 19:10
  
  Amid a frustrating, grindingly disappointing afternoon at The Valley, Nottingham Forest fans at least had one thing to raise their spirits as they trudged back to their cars or to the train station in the rain. And for Chris Cohen, he finally had a positive moment to hold on to, as a reward for 15 months of hard work and uncertainty. The packed away end in the capital raised their voices as one to greet the Nottingham Forest skipper when he warmed up before the game, when he ran up and down...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Charlton 1 Nottingham Forest 1: Match analysis: Unbeaten Reds...

  03-01-2016 19:00
  
  Expectation has never been in short supply at Nottingham Forest. The burden of it has weighed heavy on the shoulders of many a manager. It has broken a few of them. And, as his players trudged off the pitch at the final whistle at The Valley, Dougie Freedman will have been offered a clear, stark reminder of the demands that come with being the man in charge of this particular fallen giant. "Attack, attack, attack" bellowed many among the impressive gathering of away fans in the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Richard Dryden left 'deeply hurt' as Notts County let in four in...

  03-01-2016 18:00
  
  Having only been appointed caretaker managers lastTuesday, it has been a challenging week for the experienced duo of Richard Dryden and Mick Halsall. With their jobs still to take care of Notts County'syouth set-up, they've also had to try to tighten up the first-team'sdefence, which has conceded two or more goals a game since the end of October. They have only had a short time to work with the players after Ricardo Moniz's departure and with the best will in the world, it isn't long...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Non-league football: Law full of praise for Alfreton Town as they...

  03-01-2016 17:00
  
  The region's non-league fixture list was decimated by heavy rain at the weekend. Only a handful of games went ahead with Alfreton Town continuing their resurgence in National League North. Alfreton manager Nicky Law had praise for his side for coming out of three tough festive fixtures in seven days with seven points after a 1-0 home win over Tamworth on Saturday. "It was always going to be a difficult game. We knew Tamworth would come and make it difficult for us," said...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Michael Appleton always believed Oxford would avoid defeat to...

  03-01-2016 17:00
  
  Michael Appleton saluted a glorious late double for Oxford as they maintained their ruthless promotion charge with a stunning victory at managerless Notts County. The Us looked to have blown their chances at Meadow Lane when goals from Jon Stead (pictured) and Curtis Thompson overturned Liam Sercombe's penalty. But that was the cue for a stunning fightback by United, who equalised through Alex MacDonald before stunners from Callum O'Dowda and Kemar Roofe in the 90th minute sealed the...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Notts County 2 Oxford 4: Match analysis: Magpies' same old...

  03-01-2016 17:00
  
  When Kemar Roofe's sumptuous late finish maintained Oxford United's ruthless charge towards promotion, Ray Trew would have looked on with a fair degree of envy. These are the afternoons Notts County's owner envisaged in the summer when he delved into his reservoir of cash to back what he thought would be a quick return to League One. But his impressive level of investment has not brought reward on the pitch and it is the reason why he is looking for yet another manager at Meadow...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest fan view: Dan Watts: I'd never boo my club off...

  03-01-2016 17:00
  
  I must say, I'm a very frustrated fan after going to the Charlton v Nottingham Forest game. I never expected an easy game at Charlton, with them fighting against relegation. Forest started off slowly and Charlton were on the front foot. It took Forest a while to get going but they looked dangerous going forward. It was a good goal by Ben Osborn. Forest looked disappointing in some aspects, but got in at half-time 1-0 up. Then the second half started and Forest had a good chance within...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Kenny Burns column: Draw at Charlton a good result for Nottingham...

  03-01-2016 17:00
  
  There has been a bit of negativity from some fans about Nottingham Forest picking up too many draws recently. But we're not a team of Des Walkers, Stuart Pearces and John Robertsons. We're not those teams any more. We're a team now of Henri Lansbury, Matt Mills, Jack Hobbs, David Vaughan; that's the team we are at the moment. I think you have to be happy with picking up a point away from home. Teams will expect to win on their own ground – and they will win more games there than...
  
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• JonPritchard published Notts care homes praised by inspectors for providing top-quality...

  03-01-2016 17:00
  
  A glut of Nottinghamshire care homes have been praised by health inspectors for providing top-quality nursing for residents.Eleven homes have been visited by health chiefs from the Care Quality Commission and ten of them were deemed 'good' – with just one needing to make improvements.The news comes after a deluge of homes across the county have been criticised over the last year for providing poor care with inspectors regularly raising concerns about patient safety.One of the homes praised
  
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• Nottingham Post published Kenny Burns column: Brilliant to see Chris Cohen back for...

  03-01-2016 16:30
  
  It was brilliant to see Chris Cohen back for Nottingham Forest at Charlton Athletic. I was delighted for the boy. And I would think he'll be on the bench again against QPR in the FA Cup this weekend. I'm sure he'll come on for 15 or 20 minutes and get another great reception at the City Ground. It was great to see him back. He's one of the four musketeers who we've been missing for a long time through injury, along with Matty Fryatt, Britt Assombalonga and Andy Reid. Cohen was the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County 2 Oxford 4: Leigh Curtis' player ratings

  03-01-2016 16:00
  
  Roy Carroll:Will question whether he needed to confront Liam Sercombe close to the edge of the box for the penalty. Made numerous good saves mind. Rating: 6/10 Wes Atkinson:Didn't do much wrong at all. A solid game at right-backand will only grow in confidence as a result. Rating: 6/10 Haydn Hollis:Restored to the side after overcoming a knee injury andcertainly took no risks with the ball at his feet. Rating: 6/10 Elliott Hewitt: Shifted inside to centre-back andwas booked...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Charlton boss Karel Fraeye praises players after fightback...

  03-01-2016 16:00
  
  Charlton boss Karel Fraeye praised his side's character, as they fought back to claim a point against Nottingham Forest. There was a strange atmosphere at The Valley as the home fans staged protests over the running of the club. And the frustration in the stands was only added to, after seeing Ben Osborn put the Reds into a first half lead. But Forest failed to perform to their best in the second half, with Simon Makienok plundering an equaliser. "We went for it until the last...
  
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• JonPritchard published Tesco joins supermarket giants in cutting fuel to below £1

  03-01-2016 14:41
  
  Tesco have joined other supermarket giants by cutting the price of unleaded petrol to below £1 from Monday. The supermarket announced the cut on Sunday, and said they would also be reviewing the price of petrol subject to changes in oil markets. Petrol fell to below £1 for the first time in six years at the end of November when Asda slashed the cost of their fuel over Black Friday weekend. A number of other chains followed suit, and since then, petrol has been available for...
  
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• JonPritchard commented Tesco joins supermarket giants in cutting fuel to below £1

  03-01-2016 14:41
  
  Tesco have joined other supermarket giants by cutting the price of unleaded petrol to below £1 from Monday. The supermarket announced the cut on Sunday, and said they would also be reviewing the price of petrol subject to changes in oil markets. Petrol fell to below £1 for the first time in six years at the end of November when Asda slashed the cost of their fuel over Black Friday weekend. A number of other chains followed suit, and since then, petrol has been available for...
  
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• JonPritchard published One lane closed on M1 after car crashes into central reservation

  03-01-2016 14:21
  
  A lane and the hard shoulder has been closed on the M1 shortly after junction 26. The crash happened on the northbound carriageway shortly after 1pm, when a car crashed into the central reservation. A spokesman for the Highways England said: "One lane was closed but it is not causing any congestion. "A car crashed into the central reservation and is now awaiting recovery. Thankfully, no one was injured." It follows on from an earlier crash which left a lane on the exit...
  
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• rsherdley published Nottingham's only blind solicitor uses amazing memory to help...

  03-01-2016 13:43
  
  He may not be able to see his clients or read through police and witness reports, but Digby Johnson holds every detail he is told in his incredible memory. Now aged 55 and a partner at Nottingham solicitors The Johnson Partnership, he has never allowed his disability to stop him in a job that still gives him a buzz. "Because I can't actually make notes, I just have to remember it and in the same way you would throw notes away, I just hold it in my memory," the father-of-two...
  
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• Forest comeback incredible - Cohen

  03-01-2016 13:21 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottingham Forest midfielder Chris Cohen says Saturday's return to action after 15 months out injured was "incredible".
  
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• TracyWalker published Taking to the catwalk for much-loved cancer charity

  03-01-2016 13:00
  
  Up-and-coming designers will showcase their wares alongside established Nottingham independent labels on the catwalk. A charity fashion show will take place at Nottingham Trent University's Newton Building, in Goldsmith Street, city centre, from 6pm-8.30pm on Friday, January 22. Charity Catwalk is the brainchild of designer Sarah Clifford, 23 and all proceeds will go to Maggie's Cancer Caring Centre, at City Hospital. Sarah, an Arnold resident, who is originally from Radcliffe-on-Trent, is...
  
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• JonPritchard published Lane closed on the M1 after crash

  03-01-2016 12:52
  
  One lane has been closed at junction 26 of the M1 after a collision. Traffic is still moving freely on the motorway but one lane of the northbound slip road has been closed following the crash. It was expected to be cleared by around 1.30pm on Sunday afternoon. UPDATE: Highways England have confirmed there were two cars involved in the crash on the slip lane.A spokesman said: "The crash happened on the slip road and one vehicle is now awaiting for recovery. It is on the slip road so...
  
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• Nottingham Post published New signing 'flying in': Nottingham Forest Q&A with Dougie...

  03-01-2016 12:49
  
  Question: You said you were close to signing a player prior to the weekend, is that any closer to happening now? Answer: "Letters have been exchanged, we feel it should be done over the weekend. "We hope he will be in with us training on Monday. That is the plan. "But that is also why we want to have two spaces free in the squad, because we want to give ourselves the room to operate, if something does come up, because we want to jump all over it. "I would love to tell...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented New signing 'flying in': Nottingham Forest Q&A with Dougie...

  03-01-2016 12:49
  
  Question: You said you were close to signing a player prior to the weekend, is that any closer to happening now? Answer: "Letters have been exchanged, we feel it should be done over the weekend. "We hope he will be in with us training on Monday. That is the plan. "But that is also why we want to have two spaces free in the squad, because we want to give ourselves the room to operate, if something does come up, because we want to jump all over it. "I would love to tell...
  
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• Nottmtails published Dougie Freedman: Missed chances are costing Nottingham Forest...

  03-01-2016 12:28
  
  Dougie Freedman believes missed opportunities are once more costing Nottingham Forest precious points. The Reds boss was hugely frustrated after seeing his side fail to collect victory at the Valley, against a Charlton side struggling badly for form in the Championship. Ben Osborn had put Forest ahead with a spectacular goal, but Freedman's side then failed to capitalise on a number of decent openings, with Nelson Oliveira and Henri Lansbury failing to show their predatory instincts in vital...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Dougie Freedman: Missed chances are costing Nottingham Forest...

  03-01-2016 12:28
  
  Dougie Freedman believes missed opportunities are once more costing Nottingham Forest precious points. The Reds boss was hugely frustrated after seeing his side fail to collect victory at the Valley, against a Charlton side struggling badly for form in the Championship. Ben Osborn had put Forest ahead with a spectacular goal, but Freedman's side then failed to capitalise on a number of decent openings, with Nelson Oliveira and Henri Lansbury failing to show their predatory instincts in vital...
  
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• Man charged over new year attack

  03-01-2016 11:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A man is charged after a man was seriously injured in an attack outside a bar on New Year's Day.
  
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• JonPritchard published Do you know this man? He is wanted for criminal damage in Lenton

  03-01-2016 11:27
  
  Do you know this man?Police officers investigating an incident of criminal damage in Lenton would like to speak to him.The incident happened on December 29 in Johnson Road.Anyone with information should contact police on 101, quoting reference number 405 of December 29.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Malky Mackay not on shortlist for Notts County job

  03-01-2016 11:26
  
  Notts County will step-up their search for Ricardo Moniz's successor next week, with eight candidates on the shortlist to replace the Dutchman. But the Post understands former Cardiff and Watford boss Malky Mackay will not be among them, with Celtic considering him for a move to Parkhead. Mackay had moved to second favourite with the bookies to replace Moniz, who was sacked last Tuesday, with odds coming in from 20/1 to 3/1 in just two days. But with pressure mounting on Celtic boss Ronny...
  
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• JonPritchard published Take Me Out: Plenty of likeys and lightys for Mansfield's Gaz

  03-01-2016 11:03
  
  Popular dating show Take Me Out was back on our screens on Saturday night, and Mansfield's Gaz Meredith was one of the first to have his pick of the contestants. Wearing a dickie bow and braces, Gaz impressed all of the 30 ladies at first, with them all keeping their light on. After showing off his skills, which included trial biking, tae kwon do and press ups. The black belt told the girls: "I like to think of myself as a nice guy, with a lot of love to give." He also...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Inside the BMW of Nottinghamshire's breweries

  03-01-2016 11:00
  
  A brewery in the sticks often offers the chance to do more than make beer. Springhead, for instance, has provided Laneham with a welcome pub, the Bee's Knees. Pheasantry Brewery has given the East Markham area a restaurant and weddings venue. "It's what I call a 'nice' brewery," says the man who runs it, Mark Easterbrook. "If it was a car, it would be an Audi or a BMW – you could spend more, but you could spend an awful lot less." Mark's business is certainly a...
  
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• Nottingham Post published In pictures - Face in the Crowd: Charlton Athletic v Nottingham...

  03-01-2016 10:46
  
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• JonPritchard published 18-year-old man to appear in court charged with GBH after alleged...

  03-01-2016 10:30
  
  An 18-year-old man will appear in court on Monday charged with grievous bodily harm after an alleged assault in Stapleford.Jack Shepherd, 18, of Crawford Avenue, Stapleford, will appear at Nottingham Magistrates' Court.Two other people who were arrested in connection with the incident, a man and a woman, have both been bailed pending further enquiries.The alleged assault happened at around 12.20am on New Year's Day in Stapleford.A 44-year-old man suffered the head injuries following the incident
  
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• JonPritchard published Tesco shoppers warned of product recall over children's toys...

  03-01-2016 10:08
  
  Shoppers who use Tesco are being warned of a product recall because of a "potential choking hazard" due to poorly-stitched seams. The supermarket chain said the recall was for Horizon Procurement Ltd plush toys because of a manufacturing fault. The toys included cuddly polar bears. dogs and cows. The product recall notice said: "Horizon Procurement Ltd has identified a manufacturing fault affecting a portion of products that may have poorly stitched seams. "The stuffing...
  
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• JonPritchard published Mobile speed camera locations in Nottinghamshire: Week commencing...

  03-01-2016 09:43
  
  Mobile speed cameras will be in the following locations across Nottinghamshire from Monday: B6030 Sherwood Hall Rd/Clipstone Rd, Mansfield B6018 Sutton Rd, Kirkby in Ashfield B6023 Mansfield Rd, Sutton in Ashfield A60 Leeming Lane North, Mansfield Woodhouse A6075 Mansfield Rd, Skegby, Notts A631 Gringley to Beckingham (Nr Mutton Lane) B6041 Kilton Hill, Worksop A617, Kirklington Raymoth Lane, Thievesdale Lane and Farmers Branch, Worksop A60, Spion Kop, Notts A52 (T) Clifton...
  
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• JonPritchard published Nottinghamshire weather, Sunday, January 3: Cloudy start bringing...

  03-01-2016 09:30
  
  The wet weather blighting the county is expected to continue on Sunday, although some bright spells will develop. Light winds will blow away the early clouds bringing a band a persistent rain by the early afternoon. Later on the wind will increase and will be gusty in place. The maximum temperature is expected to each nine degrees, and the rain will slowly clear during the evening. Nottingham is expected to escape any further wet weather until Thursday.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Pamper away those new year blues in Sherwood Forest

  03-01-2016 09:00
  
  After the Christmas rush, there's no better time than January to treat yourself and head to a spa for a spot of pampering.From preparing the festive dinner to partying the night away on New Year's Eve, it's easy to feel tired and wary during the first month of the year.So why not spend a day in luxury? And for Nottingham beauty lovers who don't want to travel too far, Aqua Sana, located in Center Parcs within Sherwood Forest, is the perfect fit.I travelled to the beauty haven with my mother for.
  
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• JemmaPage published Good Deeds Notts: Philanthropic students raised £650,000...

  03-01-2016 09:00
  
  A team of philanthropic students have clubbed together and raised more than £650,000 for vulnerable children across the globe. The University of Nottingham's HopeSoc, which has 132 members, was set up two years ago in the hope of spreading awareness and raising money for the international development charity, Hope for Children. The organisation aims to improve access to education and health care for vulnerable children and poverty-stricken families across the globe. President Amy...
  
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• PMBlackburn published Campaign for specialist dementia hospital ward recieves...

  03-01-2016 07:00
  
  Medics have raised more than £100,000 toward a campaign to collect £325,000 for a state-of-the-art dementia ward at a Notts hospital. The money would see a ward refurbished to become a specialist centre for treatment – including special lighting, colour coded areas, sensory equipment, memory walls and safety floors. Staff have already received a boost thanks to a generous £15,000 donation – raised by volunteers working at King's Mill Hospital. The Voluntary...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Championship round-up: Middlesbrough go four points clear with...

  03-01-2016 02:38
  
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• MattDavies published Corey Neilson thrilled to see Stephen Schultz back in Nottingham...

  03-01-2016 01:34
  
  Corey Neilson says Stephen Schultz might be lacking match sharpness, but he made a huge impact in Nottingham Panthers' 8-2 rout of Edinburgh Capitals. Panthers are fourth in the Elite League, six points off top spot with two games in hand as Schultz finished with a goal and a point. It was also no surprise that Andy Bohmbach scored his first goal in 11 games after his line-mate missed the previous 19 matches with an injury sustained against Edinburgh in late October. "Schultzy has...
  
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