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• JenniferScott commented Council leader slams protesters for 'taking advantage' and...

  18-01-2016 22:02
  
  The leader of Nottingham City Council has slammed local protesters for being "anti-establishment" and "taking advantage" of people for their own means.Speaking at Monday's full city council meeting, Councillor Jon Collins praised staff for their professionalism in dealing with the protests on Station Street and Cliff Road over the past month - which campaigners claimed was to urge the authority to open up empty buildings for homeless people over the winter.But Councillor...
  
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• JenniferScott published Residents call police after youths with 'bricks and boulders'...

  18-01-2016 21:08
  
  A group of youths with boulders and bricks led to police rushing out to Old Basford on Monday night.Local residents told the Post that they phoned the force after a number of young people were seen "fighting" and "throwing bricks" on Norburn Crescent, just off Vernon Road. Members of a local slimming club said they were asked to stay in the building whilst police dealt with the incident. One member, who asked not be named, said: "We phone the police and they sent a riot...
  
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• JenniferScott commented Residents call police after youths with 'bricks and boulders'...

  18-01-2016 21:08
  
  A group of youths with boulders and bricks led to police rushing out to Old Basford on Monday night.Local residents told the Post that they phoned the force after a number of young people were seen "fighting" and "throwing bricks" on Norburn Crescent, just off Vernon Road. Members of a local slimming club said they were asked to stay in the building whilst police dealt with the incident. One member, Ashley Butters, said: "We phone the police and they sent a riot van, but...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County Ladies and England ace Sophie Bradley feared her...

  18-01-2016 20:20
  
  Sophie Bradley admits she feared her career was all over. The 26-year-old Notts County Ladies and England defender finally returned to training today on the Lady Pies' first day of pre-season, having spent 18 months on the sidelines recovering from a knee injury. And after completing the full session, the Nottingham-born centre-back is now looking forward to making up for lost time with club and country. "It felt great to be back out there," she said. "I think I was the...
  
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• Nottingham ex-teacher 'raped schoolgirl six times' - BBC News

  18-01-2016 20:19
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  Nottingham ex-teacher 'raped schoolgirl six times'
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  A schoolgirl was raped six times by a former deputy head teacher, a court has heard. Roger Caffrey, 70, is charged with three counts of rape and 14 indecent assaults in Nottingham dating between 1978 and 1995. Sixteen of the 17 charges involve girls ...
  Teacher sex assault trial: Girl claimed she was raped in WollatonNottingham Postall 2 news articles »
  

• JenniferScott published Police thank public after missing teens found

  18-01-2016 20:07
  
  Two teenage girls who were reported missing today have been found by police.Tia Bradbury, 16, and Georgia James, 15, were reported missing on Monday afternoon.But the force said they have been swiftly located by officers, safe and well."Thank you to everyone who acted quickly and shared our post on Facebook," said a Nottinghamshire Police spokesman.
  
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• Nottingham Council House vandalised: Can you help Community Protection find ... - Nottingham Post

  18-01-2016 20:06
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  Nottingham Council House vandalised: Can you help Community Protection find ...
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  The photographs of nine people - taken as Nottingham Council House was being vandalised by protesters on Saturday - have been released by Community Protection. The police and city council partnership has also asked that people contact ...and more »
  

• RachelGorman published Campaign to salvage 'as much green space as possible' amid plans...

  18-01-2016 20:04
  
  Campaigners are fighting to salvage "as much green space for ordinary people as possible" amid plans to build 450 new homes in Stapleford.Developers W Westerman Ltd, in Chilwell, was granted outline planning permission by Broxtowe Borough Council for the development at Field Farm, off Ilkeston Road, in November 2014.The company has now submitted a proposal for the first phase of the project - which includes 118 homes - but locals think more could be done to save some of the one-time...
  
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• RachelGorman published Nottingham Council House vandalised: Can you help Community...

  18-01-2016 19:40
  
  The photographs of nine people - taken as Nottingham Council House was being vandalised by protesters on Saturday - have been released by Community Protection. The police and city council partnership has also asked that people contact Nottinghamshire Police on 999 is they recognise anyone in the pictures. Police were called at 12.30pm after a number of people scrawled graffiti on the pillars at the front of the building. They also set off party poppers and called for the council to do more...
  
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• RachelGorman commented Nottingham Council House vandalised: Can you help Community...

  18-01-2016 19:40
  
  The photographs of nine people - taken as Nottingham Council House was being vandalised by protesters on Saturday - have been released by Community Protection. The police and city council partnership has also asked that people contact Nottinghamshire Police on 999 is they recognise anyone in the pictures. Police were called at 12.30pm after a number of people scrawled graffiti on the pillars at the front of the building. They also set off party poppers and called for the council to do more...
  
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• PMBlackburn published Bosses admit 'we are not there yet' in bringing Sherwood Forest...

  18-01-2016 19:36
  
  Senior managers in charge of a failing health trust say they "held a mirror up to themselves and it was not very pleasant".Sherwood Forest Hospitals board members Karen Fisher and Jon Scott, charged with looking after King's Mill and Newark hospitals, admitted they were "surprised" when health inspectors branded the trust inadequate last year – but claimed improvements are being made.The hospital bosses said cancer waiting times, accident and emergency waits and sepsis...
  
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• PMBlackburn commented Bosses admit 'we are not there yet' in bringing Sherwood Forest...

  18-01-2016 19:36
  
  Senior managers in charge of a failing health trust say they "held a mirror up to themselves and it was not very pleasant".Sherwood Forest Hospitals board members Karen Fisher and Jon Scott, charged with looking after King's Mill and Newark hospitals, admitted they were "surprised" when health inspectors branded the trust inadequate last year – but claimed improvements are being made.The hospital bosses said cancer waiting times, accident and emergency waits and sepsis...
  
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• JenniferScott commented Council argues over city's poorest paying council tax bills

  18-01-2016 19:28
  
  Over 22,000 people in Nottingham will get help in paying their council tax next year - but the poorest will still have to front up a fifth of the bill.The City Council confirmed it was continuing with the council tax support scheme, which gives help to people of working age on the lowest incomes to pay. However, it still sees those on the highest amount of benefits having to pay 20 percent of their council tax, even if exempt from other bills. At Monday's full City Council meeting, members...
  
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• Robbie Savage's Nottingham Forest comments wrong but not biased says BT Sport ... - Nottingham Post

  18-01-2016 19:21
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  Robbie Savage's Nottingham Forest comments wrong but not biased says BT Sport ...
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  The former Wales midfielder often riled them while playing for Leicester City and Derby County – as well as all his other clubs. Now a pundit, he ruffled feathers this weekend by suggesting the Foxes winning the Premier League would top Forest's title ...and more »
  

• JenniferScott published Police appeal for help to find two missing teenage girls

  18-01-2016 19:10
  
  Two teenage girls have gone missing from Nottingham.Police said they are growing increasingly concerned for the well-being of Tia Bradbury, 16, and Georgia James, 15, who were reported missing on Monday.Georgia is described as white, around 5ft 6ins tall and of thin build. She has curly, shoulder-length red hair.The force said she was last seen wearing a navy blue Ellesse tracksuit and a black coat.Tia is also white, around 5ft 6ins and of slim build. She has long blonde hair and speaks with a..
  
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• JenniferScott published Burnt out van had been stolen on the same day, say police

  18-01-2016 19:00
  
  Police believe a burnt out van found in Farndon had been stolen. The Ford Transit was found ablaze in Averham Meadows at around 9.45pm on Sunday and had to be put out by firefighters.A spokesman from Nottinghamshire Police said on Monday that they believed it had been stolen from Fosse Road some time after 3pm the same day it was discovered. He added: "The owner has been identified and it has now been recovered from that location."If anyone has any information, they are asked to call...
  
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• sherdley published Teacher sex assault trial: Girl claimed she was raped in Wollaton

  18-01-2016 18:48
  
  A woman claimed her former teacher repeatedly raped her at his Wollaton home when she helped him in his garden.She described her mother volunteering her to weed at the home of Roger Caffrey, then the deputy head of Northgate Primary, in New Basford.Now aged 70, Caffrey allegedly raped the girl in a spare room – holding down her arms and forcing her onto a bed.At Nottingham Crown Court, he denies 17 charges – 14 indecent assaults and three rapes – relating to six girls."I...
  
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• MattDavies published Robbie Savage's Nottingham Forest comments wrong but not biased...

  18-01-2016 18:40
  
  Robbie Savage winding up Nottingham Forest fans is nothing new. The former Wales midfielder often riled them while playing for Leicester City and Derby County – as well as all his other clubs. Now a pundit, he ruffled feathers this weekend by suggesting the Foxes winning the Premier League would top Forest's title win in 1978. Savage was speaking on 'Fletch and Sav' on BT Sport and while the show's presenter Darren Fletcher has not leapt to his defence, he says there was no...
  
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• MattDavies commented Robbie Savage's Nottingham Forest comments wrong but not biased...

  18-01-2016 18:40
  
  Robbie Savage winding up Nottingham Forest fans is nothing new. The former Wales midfielder often riled them while playing for Leicester City and Derby County – as well as all his other clubs. Now a pundit, he ruffled feathers this weekend by suggesting the Foxes winning the Premier League would top Forest's title win in 1978. Savage was speaking on 'Fletch and Sav' on BT Sport and while the show's presenter Darren Fletcher has not leapt to his defence, he says there was no...
  
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• Persistent Nottingham beggar sentenced due to breaching of CRASBO - West Bridgford Wire

  18-01-2016 18:18
  Persistent Nottingham beggar sentenced due to breaching of CRASBO
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  A persistent beggar frequently seen on the streets of Nottingham has been jailed for nine months after breaching an earlier order to curb his behaviour. Peter James Biggins, aged 32, of Framework Housing, London Road, Nottingham, was sentenced on ...and more »
  

• No cup joy in Penzance for Nottingham Rugby - West Bridgford Wire

  18-01-2016 18:18
  No cup joy in Penzance for Nottingham Rugby
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  A 38-19 defeat at Cornish Pirates left Nottingham at the foot of their British and Irish Cup Pool with just one round to go. January 18, 2016 11:13 am. 0 · Share on Facebook · Tweet on Twitter · tweet · banner ad. Two tries in the opening ten minutes ...
  

• The Front Bottoms Q&A - Nottingham Post

  18-01-2016 18:13
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  The Front Bottoms Q&A
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  American indie rockers The Front Bottoms adopt an eclectic blend of pop, rock and punk influences, accompanied by witty and offbeat lyrics that take aim at the world around them. Ahead of their headline show at the Rescue Rooms, lead singer Brian Sella ...
  

• JenniferScott published Prime Minister claims £20 fund will stop 'isolated'Muslim...

  18-01-2016 18:10
  
  The Prime Minister has announced £20 million of funding to teach Muslim women how to speak English, as he claims he is tackling "passive tolerance" will lead to a stronger society.However, David Cameron has been criticised by members of his own party for "stereotyping communities". Mr Cameron claimed around 190,000 Muslim women in the UK are isolated because of their lack of language skills, and this, along with issues like gender segregation and discrimination, could...
  
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• Nottingham Forest yet to make decision on former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson - Nottingham Post

  18-01-2016 17:58
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  Nottingham Forest yet to make decision on former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson
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  Nottingham Forest have not yet made a decision over the future of former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson. But boss Dougie Freedman says the 36-year-old former Leeds, Tottenham and Blackburn player has impressed in training – and is giving him ...and more »
  

• NottmPostEG published The Front Bottoms Q&A

  18-01-2016 17:48
  
  American indie rockers The Front Bottoms adopt an eclectic blend of pop, rock and punk influences, accompanied by witty and offbeat lyrics that take aim at the world around them. Ahead of their headline show at the Rescue Rooms, lead singer Brian Sella speaks to Dan Robinson about the damp squib of their first gig and memories of Nottingham.Where are you from? We are all from New Jersey. How did music start for you? For me it started as a way to pass time when I was younger. Who...
  
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• Reggae reggae councillor: Elaine Blake ditches politics for music - Nottingham Post

  18-01-2016 17:35
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  Reggae reggae councillor: Elaine Blake ditches politics for music
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  After 12 years in local politics Elaine Blake has ditched the red tape in favour of some glitz, glamour and hopefully, a hit reggae record. The former councillor, who grew up in Nottingham, has been singing and writing songs since she was a little girl ...
  

• TomNorton published King's Mill staff set on mission to turn troubled hospital around

  18-01-2016 17:31
  
  When ward matron Jayne Revill arrived at King's Mill nearly two years ago, the hospital had been investigated after a spike in mortality rates. The Keogh Mortality Review investigated Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust, which includes King's Mill, noted concerns over staffing levels, a backlog of complaints and concerns over infection control.The trust was also in special measures by the Care Quality Commission, where it has remained for more than two years.But according to Jayne, who works in...
  
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• sherdley published Langley Mill murder trial: Neighbour heard shouting before fire

  18-01-2016 17:31
  
  A dad on trial with his sons for the murders of three people in a flat fire was heard shouting, "if you want it, come and get it", hours before the crime.Peter Eyre, 44, and his sons Anthony and Simon Eyre, aged 22 and 24, all of Central Avenue, Sandiacre, deny the charges brought after the blaze.Amy Smith, 17, her six-month-old daughter Ruby-Grace Gaunt, and friend Edward Green, also 17, of Belper, died in the flat in North Street, Langley Mill, last June.It is alleged the fire was...
  
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• RachelGorman published Reggae reggae councillor: Elaine Blake ditches politics for music

  18-01-2016 16:54
  
  After 12 years in local politics Elaine Blake has ditched the red tape in favour of some glitz, glamour and hopefully, a hit reggae record. The former councillor, who grew up in Nottingham, has been singing and writing songs since she was a little girl but now hopes to make a living out of her favourite hobby. It's a far cry from the grandmother's previous careers which have included being a catering manager at the University Of Nottingham, a job in the European department at Whitehall and a...
  
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• LucyBudge published Good Deeds Notts: Beeston swimmer takes on marathon challenge for...

  18-01-2016 16:53
  
  A Beeston swimmer will be hitting the pool for charity this year – by attempting to swim the length of Nottingham to Southampton. Andrew Croxall has turned his love for swimming into a way of raising money for his chosen charity, Redwings Horse Sanctuary, by taking on the challenge of completing 175 miles in the pool. From the start of the year, the 35-year-old has been tallying up his lengths at Portland Leisure Centre, in the Meadows, and has so far completed just over seven...
  
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• Emma's up for Miss Nottingham 2016 - Hucknall Today

  18-01-2016 16:47
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  Emma's up for Miss Nottingham 2016
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  A make-up artist, model and waitress from Hucknall has reached the finals of this year's Miss Nottingham competition. Emma Louise Tomlinson is one of 22 finalists chosen for the annual “beauty with a purpose” competition. The winner of the 2016 Miss ...
  

• LucyBudge published Good Deeds Notts: American football team to help out at food bank...

  18-01-2016 16:27
  
  American footballers decked out in their full kits will be serving up meals for those in need. The Nottingham Caesars American Football team are planning to offer their help with giving out food to those hungry in the city late next month. Members of the team will be visiting the food bank at Mansfield Road Baptist Church to present guests with food parcels – wearing shoulder pads and all. Nick Mason, who plays in the centre position for the team and is also their PR manager, said:...
  
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• Reader's letter: 'Shop customer gave me verbal abuse' - Nottingham Post

  18-01-2016 16:22
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  Reader's letter: 'Shop customer gave me verbal abuse'
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  I HAVE a small shop in Colwick on Vale Road. We do 14 to 15 hours, seven days a week. We do try our best to provide service to all the customers, but you cannot please everyone. This morning there was an incident with this woman who got a 35p drink and ...
  

• NottmPostEG published Steve Carell on The Big Short: 'It's intimidating working with...

  18-01-2016 16:14
  
  Delving into the dark underbelly of modern banking may not sound like a captivating watch, but with a stellar cast that includes Steve Carell, Christian Bale, Ryan Gosling and Brad Pitt, The Big Short is a tour de force. Carell talks to Gemma Dunn about his character's "tortured" morals, the fun of Anchorman and lacking confidence on set. With its fresh, irreverent take on one of the most widely covered stories of the century, comedy great Steve Carell has no qualms that his latest...
  
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• MattDavies commented Five reasons Robbie Savage was wrong to compare Nottingham Forest...

  18-01-2016 16:12
  
  Robbie Savage probably didn't have too many friends in Nottingham before the weekend having played for both Derby County and Leicester City. But after his comments on BT Sport on Saturday, the player turned pundit was about as popular as the time he furiously waved a scarf at the City Ground after Derby beat Forest in 2009. Savage thinks Leicester winning the Premier League this season would top the Reds lifting the old First Division title in 1978. Take nothing away from the Foxes, they...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Together we can help local people through the most depressing...

  18-01-2016 15:58
  
  After the most wonderful time of the year comes the most miserable... Blue Monday, 18th January 2016 It's a combination of the changing colder weather, debt concerns, low motivation, a return to work after Christmas and abandoned New Year resolutions.Together with the unwelcomed arrival of credit card statements, there's enough to dampen anyone's mood. In the run up to the first pay-day of the year, let us show you how your business can get the most from 'Blue Monday' week. 54,305 Daily...
  
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• Nottingham Sound: KizzleArtist Q&A - Nottingham Post

  18-01-2016 15:45
  Nottingham Sound: KizzleArtist Q&A
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  KizzleArtist - real name Kirranym Harris - is a 22-year-old singer-songwriter and rapper from Sherwood. VIEW GALLERY. Nottingham Sound: KizzleArtist Q&A. X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to paste in your message. /. KizzleArtist - real name ...
  

• Things I love about... Mansfield: Water Meadows, shopping and the roads - Nottingham Post

  18-01-2016 15:42
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  Things I love about... Mansfield: Water Meadows, shopping and the roads
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  Reporter Jemma Page, who grew up in the mining town, lists why she will always love her homeland. Water Meadows Leisure Centre. I'm definitely a water bug – take me on holiday and I'll spend the majority of the time laying on an inflatable in the ...
  

• JemmaPage published Businesses and locals glad fast-food chain Pizza Hut has opened...

  18-01-2016 15:26
  
  Fast-food chain Pizza Hut has opened a takeaway restaurant in Beeston – and locals hope it will attract more people to the town. The firm has set-up shop in the former Jerry's Amusement Centre and Hot Dog House, on the corner of City Road and High Road. And businesses in the area are hoping it will encourage more people to visit the once-thriving street. Laura Wilde, supervisor at the Iguazu furniture store, which is located next to the new takeaway, said the new addition to the road...
  
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• JemmaPage commented Businesses and locals glad fast-food chain Pizza Hut has opened...

  18-01-2016 15:26
  
  Fast-food chain Pizza Hut has opened a takeaway restaurant in Beeston – and locals hope it will attract more people to the town. The firm has set-up shop in the former Jerry's Amusement Centre and Hot Dog House, on the corner of City Road and High Road. And businesses in the area are hoping it will encourage more people to visit the once-thriving street. Laura Wilde, supervisor at the Iguazu furniture store, which is located next to the new takeaway, said the new addition to the road...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Dolly Parton turns 70 - 25 pictures of the country legend

  18-01-2016 15:16
  
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• DanRobinson published Nottingham Sound: KizzleArtist Q&A

  18-01-2016 15:14
  
  KizzleArtist – real name Kirranym Harris – is a 22-year-old rapper and singer-songwriter from Sherwood. He speaks to Dan Robinson about starting out in the street with a mobile phone, using social media to build a fanbase and helping good causes through music.
  How did music start for you?I started on the street corners with my friends and two phones – one would play the beat and one would record our vocals over the beat.
  Who were you listening to when you were growing up?50...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Reader's letter: 'Shop customer gave me verbal abuse'

  18-01-2016 15:00
  
  I HAVE a small shop in Colwick on Vale Road. We do 14 to 15 hours, seven days a week. We do try our best to provide service to all the customers, but you cannot please everyone.This morning there was an incident with this woman who got a 35p drink and wanted to pay with a debit or credit card and wanted ten pounds cash back.I said, "I am sorry, I cannot do this because I cannot give you that much cash back, please spend a bit more."She said, "You charge anyway for using a card,...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest yet to make decision on former England...

  18-01-2016 14:56
  
  Nottingham Forest have not yet made a decision over the future of former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson. But boss Dougie Freedman says the 36-year-old former Leeds, Tottenham and Blackburn player has impressed in training – and is giving him plenty of food for thought. Forest have only one space left in the 24-man squad they are allowed under the terms of their Financial Fair Play transfer embargo. And, with Freedman keen to add an attacking player to his ranks in January,...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest yet to make decision on former England...

  18-01-2016 14:56
  
  Nottingham Forest have not yet made a decision over the future of former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson. But boss Dougie Freedman says the 36-year-old former Leeds, Tottenham and Blackburn player has impressed in training – and is giving him plenty of food for thought. Forest have only one space left in the 24-man squad they are allowed under the terms of their Financial Fair Play transfer embargo. And, with Freedman keen to add an attacking player to his ranks in January,...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Police appeal for witnesses after fatal road collision near...

  18-01-2016 14:48
  
  Police are appealing for witnesses after a fatal road traffic collision near Newark on Friday. The force was called to the A46 bypass between Farndon and Newark at 12.05pm following reports of a collision. The collision took place between a car and a lorry. As well as Nottinghamshire Police, ambulance and fire crews also attended the scene. The road was re-opened at 9pm the same day. If anyone has any information or witnessed the incident, they are asked to call 101 quoting incident...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Notts County column: Leigh Curtis: Frozen out, Filip Valencic is...

  18-01-2016 14:38
  
  Ricardo Moniz could be pretty ruthless when it came to discarding players who he felt did not fit into his philosophy and brand of football. Scot Bennett was deemed not good enough after just two games, while Blair Adams was also sent out on loan to Mansfield because Moniz felt he wasn't strong enough. That's not even including Nicky Wroe, who was told last summer he didn't fit into the manager's plans or his vision for Notts County's future. Filip Valencic was also a player left out by...
  
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• Former Nottingham Forest coach John Pemberton interested in Bristol City ... - Nottingham Post

  18-01-2016 14:38
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  Former Nottingham Forest coach John Pemberton interested in Bristol City ...
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  Former Nottingham Forest coach John Pemberton is open to becoming the next Bristol City manager. Pemberton, who was on the Forest staff in various capacities for more than a decade, guided the Robins to a shock 1-0 win over Championship leaders ...and more »
  

• BenIreland published Appeal for missing motorbike stolen from Carlton

  18-01-2016 14:37
  
  An appeal has been launched to help police find a motorbike stolen from outside a home in Carlton.Thieves took a bullet greyLexmoto ZSB bike from Bentinck Road between 4.30pm and 9.30pm.It was reported to police at around 9.40pm on Sunday, January 17.Nottinghamshire Police has asked anyone who might be able to help them with their investigation to contact them on 101.When calling, quote Incident 828 of January 17.
  
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• JemmaPage published Things I love about... Mansfield: Water Meadows, shopping and the...

  18-01-2016 14:18
  
  Reporter Jemma Page, who grew up in the mining town, lists why she will always love her homeland. Water Meadows Leisure Centre I'm definitely a water bug – take me on holiday and I'll spend the majority of the time laying on an inflatable in the swimming pool. So when I moved to Nottingham for 12 months last year and discovered there wasn't a swimming baths with slides, rapids and a wave machine, I was gutted. Swimming lengths is all well and good but it's more of a chore than fun...
  
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