• LucyBudge published Delays to Nottingham rail line after person is hit by train

    LucyBudge published Delays to Nottingham rail line after person is hit by train
    There are currently delays on East Midlands Trains travelling to and from Nottingham due to an incident. A person was hit by a train between Luton and Bedford at around 6.15pm on Monday. This caused extended journey times by up to two hours on routes to Nottingham from London. At around 9pm, the train company said that all lines had been re-opened but that delays were still expected.
    #EMTUpdate: There has been a person hit by a train between Luton and Bedford. This is disrupting our trains...
  • Nottingham Post commented Understated Dougie Freedman hoping to keep more than his biggest...

    Nottingham Post commented Understated Dougie Freedman hoping to keep more than his biggest...
    Dougie Freedman, in typically understated style, insists that he was more 'satisfied' than buzzing, on Saturday evening. But there was at least one member of the Freedman household who did indulge in some deserved celebrations. As hundreds of Nottingham Forest fans flocked to share their delight on social media, the identity of one such supporter may have gone under the radar. The Reds boss, wisely, does not delve into the world of social media. It would be a dark, dark place for any...
  • Unlawful killing option for Hillsborough

    Unlawful killing option for Hillsborough
    The jury at the Hillsborough inquests is told one of its options is to consider whether the 96 victims of the disaster were unlawfully killed.
  • Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest v QPR: Match in focus

    Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest v QPR: Match in focus
    Talking tactics For Dougie Freedman, the key against QPR will be finding the perfect balance. The Scotsman will almost certainly shuffle his pack slightly, as Nottingham Forest look to cope with three games in the space of a week. And his post-match comments regarding Jamie Ward – and specifically the hamstring injury he suffered earlier in the campaign – would suggest that the Reds boss is at least contemplating giving the forward a rest from the starting line-up, as a...
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  • Nottingham Post published Hillsborough inquest: Jury to consider 'unlawful killings'...

    Nottingham Post published Hillsborough inquest: Jury to consider 'unlawful killings'...
    The jury at the Hillsborough inquest have been asked to consider whether the 96 people who died in the disaster were "unlawfully killed." On Monday, coroner Sir John Goldring started summing up the evidence in the fresh hearings into the tragedy – which took place in 1989 during the FA Cup semi-final match between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest. On April 15, 1989, thousands of fans were crushed on Sheffield Wednesday's Leppings Lane terrace, resulting in the death of 96 men,...
  • LucyBudge published Ten most haunted places in Nottingham

    LucyBudge published Ten most haunted places in Nottingham
    Over the years there's been many a spooky sighting in Nottinghamshire, with residents claiming to see ghostly goings-on in some of the county's buildings. From evil ghosts to wandering spirits, we've put together a list of the ten most allegedly haunted places in Nottingham: 1. Clifton Hall This 52-room Grade I listed mansion is perched on top of a cliff overlooking the River Trent. Businessman Anwar Rashid bought the hall in 2007 but gave it up after eight months of ghostly happenings. Mr...
  • Nottingham Post published Leigh Curtis: It won't be until next season when we see the Notts...

    Nottingham Post published Leigh Curtis: It won't be until next season when we see the Notts...
    A fourth straight win allied withan unbeaten awayrecord whichstretchedto seven matches, Neal Ardley pointed out the secret to AFC Wimbledon's success. "The players all know their roles and responsibilities that they don't need much coaching at the minute," he said. "We've worked on that since the start of the season, and now we are just starting to see the benefits of that." In other words, to get as good as AFC Wimbledon have been of late doesn't just come by...
  • Nottingham Post commented Leigh Curtis: It won't be until next season when we see the Notts...

    Nottingham Post commented Leigh Curtis: It won't be until next season when we see the Notts...
    A fourth straight win allied withan unbeaten awayrecord whichstretchedto seven matches, Neal Ardley pointed out the secret to AFC Wimbledon's success. "The players all know their roles and responsibilities that they don't need much coaching at the minute," he said. "We've worked on that since the start of the season, and now we are just starting to see the benefits of that." In other words, to get as good as AFC Wimbledon have been of late doesn't just come by...
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  • sherdley published Cyclist dragged under a lorry after driver 'failed to indicate',...

    sherdley published Cyclist dragged under a lorry after driver 'failed to indicate',...
    A cyclist was dragged under a lorry after the driver did not see her and allegedly failed to indicate, a court heard. Louise Wright had stopped on the near side of the Greene King Brewery truck at red lights in Lower Parliament Street, at the junction with Pennyfoot Street. Yesterday Nottingham Crown Court heard that driver Adam Haywood allegedly pulled away from the lights without indicating and caught the rear wheel of the bike. The 29-year-old cyclist was dragged beneath the lorry and...
  • sherdley published 'Creepy' sex offender abused girls in Nottingham decades ago

    sherdley published 'Creepy' sex offender abused girls in Nottingham decades ago
    A sex offender was told it would be unjust to send him to prison after he subjected two girls to abuse more than 40 years ago, a court heard.Moses Rialas was just a child himself when he committed his historic crimes, Nottingham Crown Court was told.He touched a six-year-old sexually when he was 14 to 15 years old and exposed himself to her when she was staying in Nottingham.She described herself as a "happy, healthy, enthusiastic" child - but what happened to her was "hugely...
  • JemmaPage published Today's most shared stories in Nottingham

    JemmaPage published Today's most shared stories in Nottingham
    Nottingham Forest were set to appear at the High Court, while a mother-of-two made the final of the modelling competition in London.The other most shared stories in Nottinghamshire today included: It was announced that a beloved statue of the Old General is being kept safe in a secret location; a local taxi company's office was ripped to shreds by a fire; former Forest player asked if Dougie Freedman's doubters were eating humble pie and the DH Lawrence Heritage Centre could be saved after it...
  • MattDavies published England struggling to save fourth Test against South Africa as...

    MattDavies published England struggling to save fourth Test against South Africa as...
    James Taylor has the chance to play a match-saving innings after England slipped to 52 for three heading into the final day of the fourth Test against South Africa. Needing 382 to win in what is effectively a notional chase, England lost Alastair Cook, Nick Compton and Nottinghamshire's Alex Hales inside ten overs at Centurion. Hales' Notts team-mate Taylor and vice-captain Joe Root both ended the day 19 not out. South Africa had declared on 248 for five. James Anderson took three early...
  • JadeBeecroft published Teen jailed after telling magistrates he carried a knife...

    JadeBeecroft published Teen jailed after telling magistrates he carried a knife...
    A teenager was locked up after claiming he carried a knife for protection following an attack where a robber held a gun to his head.Father-of-one Daniel Higginson was found with the blade when he was searched on Apollo Drive, Bulwell, on Boxing Day, magistrates heard on Monday.The 18-year-old, of Nottingham Road, admitted having a knife in public and was given 144 days in youth custody. Nottingham magistrates heard it was his second similar conviction.Finbarr Hennessey, mitigating, said...
  • JonPritchard published Eco-drive to see 200 electric vehicle charging points installed...

    JonPritchard published Eco-drive to see 200 electric vehicle charging points installed...
    Around 200 electric vehicle charging points are to be installed around the city to encourage motorists to drive electric or hybrid cars. Buses and taxis will also be banned from the city centre unless they are eco-friendly in a drive to improve air quality. They will have be electric powered or meet European low-emission standards to enter the "Clean Air Zone", set to be introduced between 2018 and 2020. The measures will be part-funded by £6.1 million awarded to Nottingham...
  • Freedman expects new Forest striker

    Freedman expects new Forest striker
    Nottingham Forest boss Dougie Freedman expects to have a new striker in his squad by the time the transfer window shuts.
  • JemmaPage published Nottingham weather: Will I need my umbrella tomorrow?

    JemmaPage published Nottingham weather: Will I need my umbrella tomorrow?
    It has been a warm and dry start to week, but that might be as good as it gets as rain is set to batter Nottinghamshire on Tuesday.If you follow one piece of advice today, make sure it's this one - don't forget your umbrella tomorrow.Put it next to your winter coat or school bag ready for when the heavy rain pours tomorrow.Even pop it in the boot of your car tonight so there is no chance of you leaving it behind and being caught in the rain. Tuesday will start off dry, with highs of nine...
  • RachelGorman published Good Deeds Notts: Grandma to run half marathon for Alzheimer's...

    RachelGorman published Good Deeds Notts: Grandma to run half marathon for Alzheimer's...
    There's no chance of grandma Joy Moulds settling into a knit and natter lifestyle - especially now she's been bitten by the running bug.After slipping on her running shoes for the first time in August the 61-year-old has signed up to do her debut half marathon in March, with her sponsorship money going to the Alzheimer's Society.Mrs Moulds, of Goodwood Avenue, Arnold, picked the dementia charity because her 85-year-old mother Margaret Hart - who she cares for - lives with the disease.She said:..
  • JemmaPage published Man has part of ear bitten off during attack in a Newark pub

    JemmaPage published Man has part of ear bitten off during attack in a Newark pub
    A man had part of his ear bitten off during an attack on a Newark pub's dancefloor at the weekend.Police were called to the White Hart in Market Place during the early hours of Sunday morning at about 2.30am.The man also suffered an injury to his shoulder in the assault, which happened on the pub's dancefloor.He was taken to Lincoln County Hospital and has since been discharged.Officers investigating the attack are keen to speak to people who say it take place. If you have any...
  • Nottingham Post published Close of play round-up: The leading stories from the Post sports...

    Nottingham Post published Close of play round-up: The leading stories from the Post sports...
    1 Nottingham Forest in the High Court over unpaid tax bill. The Reds saw a winding up petition dismissed today, prompting a statement from owner and chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi. 2 Jamie Paterson could leave Nottingham Forest in January. Manager Dougie Freedman has confirmed Huddersfield have the option to sign the winger with Brentford also interested. 3 Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke a rumoured target of Manchester United. Our transfer gossip story suggests the Premier League...
  • JadeBeecroft published Drink driver downed cider on anniversary of his mum's death

    JadeBeecroft published Drink driver downed cider on anniversary of his mum's death
    A driver downed cider on the anniversary of his mother's death and then took to the wheel with a child as his passenger– but was caught and banned from the roads.Police detained Stephen Mellor on Christmas Eve after his car was seen swerving into the driver's door of a vehicle on Kentwood Road, Sneinton, magistrates heard on Monday.A five-year-old child was in the front passenger seat and Mellor failed a breath test. Readings at a police station showed 99 microgrammes of alcohol in 100...
  • Leigh_Curtis published Boston United boss Dennis Greene criticises Notts County over...

    Leigh_Curtis published Boston United boss Dennis Greene criticises Notts County over...
    Dennis Greene has accused Notts County of showing "no respect" to Boston United after the Magpies recalled Jordan Richards and sent him on loan to Sligo Rovers. The Pilgrims boss hoped to play Richards in last Saturday's National League North clash against Hednesford, but Notts exercised a clause in his loan deal and recalled him on Thursday night. They have now sent him on loan to League of Ireland side Sligo for the remainder of the season which Greene claimed hampered his...
  • Nottingham Post published Ten-man Nottingham Forest Under-21s beat Crewe Alexandra

    Nottingham Post published Ten-man Nottingham Forest Under-21s beat Crewe Alexandra
    Nottingham Forest's Under-21s returned to winning ways with a 2-0 victory over Crewe Alexandra. The Reds bounced back from their defeat at home to Huddersfield Town last time out to triumph on the road, despite playing the last 30 minutes with ten men. Gerry McDonagh continued his scoring streak; fresh from bagging the winner for the Under-18s in the FA Youth Cup last week, he put the visitors in front after just seven minutes. But the front man's afternoon ended with a red card for an...
  • Nottingham Post published Transfer gossip: Manchester United keen on Nottingham Forest...

    Nottingham Post published Transfer gossip: Manchester United keen on Nottingham Forest...
    Manchester United are reported to be monitoring the progress of Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke. Here is the City suggest the Premier League giants are impressed by the 18-year-old, although they say no bid is imminent. Burke, previously linked to Aston Villa, has scored twice in recent weeks and produced impressive performances down the right. His form saw Chris Burke join Rotherham on loan for the rest of the season last week. Reds Dougie Freedman enthused after Oliver Burke's...
  • Nottingham Post commented Transfer gossip: Manchester United keen on Nottingham Forest...

    Nottingham Post commented Transfer gossip: Manchester United keen on Nottingham Forest...
    Manchester United are reported to be monitoring the progress of Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke. Here is the City suggest the Premier League giants are impressed by the 18-year-old, although they say no bid is imminent. Burke, previously linked to Aston Villa, has scored twice in recent weeks and produced impressive performances down the right. His form saw Chris Burke join Rotherham on loan for the rest of the season last week. Reds Dougie Freedman enthused after Oliver Burke's...
  • JadeBeecroft published Carer broke into pensioner's house to turn off his heater

    JadeBeecroft published Carer broke into pensioner's house to turn off his heater
    Carer Nagina McKechnie broke into a pensioner's home to turn off his heater and save cash – but ended up in hot water herself.She said she was trying to help Frank Brown, who had recently moved into a care home but was shocked to be handed a £297 water bill for his rented home, Nottingham Magistrates Court was told on Monday."He was extremely concerned that the bills would keep racking up because the hot water was still on," said Jessica Vogel, acting for McKechnie, who...
  • Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi reacts to High Court...

    Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi reacts to High Court...
    Nottingham Forest owner and chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi has spoken out after the club's High Court appearance today. The Reds saw a winding order dismissed after paid a tax bill. "I can confirm that a winding up petition against the club was today dismissed in full and at no cost," he said. The debt forming the petition had already be paid in full and the hearing was purely administrative, with the club not in any danger of being wound up at any point during this...
  • RebeccaSD published Manufacturers have seen a 'flat start' to 2016, says CBI

    RebeccaSD published Manufacturers have seen a 'flat start' to 2016, says CBI
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  • RebeccaSD published Contract wins could create ten jobs at Cabline UK

    RebeccaSD published Contract wins could create ten jobs at Cabline UK
    A Beeston firm is motoring ahead with three new national contract wins which could allow it to take on another ten staff this year. Cabline UK works with a network of more than 1,000 taxi companies across the country and links them with business clients. It helps clients with rail, ferry and airport transfers, urgent deliveries and breakdown support – and has even picked up a number of celebrities along the way. The business, which broke through the £10 million barrier this year, is.
  • BenIreland commented Stapleford taxi office fire caused by a log burner

    BenIreland commented Stapleford taxi office fire caused by a log burner
    Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service has confirmed the blaze that gutted a Stapleford taxi firm was caused by a log burner. Ten people were evacuated after a huge fire broke out at the office of Happy Cabs, in Derby Road, on Saturday night. Firefighters saved seven of the people, including four children, from the blaze - which also left flats upstairs gutted and unsafe to live in.Extra firefighters have been dispatched to Stapleford to reassure local residents and offer safety advice on...
  • JemmaPage published Boxing legend Carl Froch opens the newly-renamed Motorpoint Arena...

    JemmaPage published Boxing legend Carl Froch opens the newly-renamed Motorpoint Arena...
    Disney On Ice may be the first show boxing legend Carl Froch goes to see at the newly-renamed Motorpoint Arena Nottingham.The former super-middleweight world champion officially opened the 10,000-capacity venue, previously known as the Capital FM Arena, yesterday.Car retailer Motorpoint, which sponsors other arenas in Cardiff and Sheffield, has become the title sponsor for the arena.Speaking the Post the 38-year-old said: "It's a fantastic arena here in my home town – long live the...
  • JemmaPage published Boxing legend Carl Froch looks forward to Disney on Ice while...

    JemmaPage published Boxing legend Carl Froch looks forward to Disney on Ice while...
    Disney On Ice may be the first show boxing legend Carl Froch goes to see at the newly-renamed Motorpoint Arena Nottingham.The former super-middleweight world champion officially opened the 10,000-capacity venue, previously known as the Capital FM Arena, on Monday.Car retailer Motorpoint, which sponsors other arenas in Cardiff and Sheffield, has become the title sponsor for the arena.Speaking the Post the 38-year-old said: "It's a fantastic arena here in my home town – long live the...
  • JemmaPage published Norovirus remains on three wards at Nottingham's hospitals

    JemmaPage published Norovirus remains on three wards at Nottingham's hospitals
    Winter-vomiting bug norovirus still remains on three wards at Nottingham's hospitals. The highly-contagious bug struck six wards at the Queen's Medical Centre and one at the City Hospital at the weekend. But the virus has been controlled and there just three wards are still affected by the bug. Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, which owns the two hospitals, is continuing to urge people not to visit City Hospital's Patience 1 and Queen's Medical Centre's C51 and A23. A spokesman...
  • Bus lanes to open for electric cars

    Bus lanes to open for electric cars
    Electric car drivers will be allowed to travel in bus lanes as part of plans to boost usage of low-emission vehicles in England.
  • RachelGorman published Can you help police catch Sandiacre car vandals?

    RachelGorman published Can you help police catch Sandiacre car vandals?
    Officers investigating damage to a car in Sandiacre have released images of two men they would like to speak to about the crime. At around 1am on Saturday, January 16, a man saw a group of people walk along Town Street and damage his car, breaking the rear lights and damaging the bumper. Police have now released images of two men who may have information which could help the inquiry. Anyone with information should call PC Andrew Porton on 101, quoting crime reference number 2260/16, or...
  • Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest escape being wound up at High Court as tax...

    Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest escape being wound up at High Court  as tax...
    Nottingham Forest again escaped being wound up at London's High Court today, after settling a tax bill.Registrar Nicholas Briggs dismissed the latest winding up petition after he was told the undisclosed tax debt owed to HMRC had been paid in full.It is not the first time in recent years that Forest have appeared at the High Court over unpaid bills. In 2014 a petition to wind them up which was brought by Le Bistro , a subsidiary of stadium caterers Elior , was dismissed after they settled a...
  • Nottingham Post published Ex-Reds watch: Former Nottingham Forest man Jamaal Lascelles...

    Nottingham Post published Ex-Reds watch: Former Nottingham Forest man Jamaal Lascelles...
    Former Nottingham Forest defender Jamaal Lascelles marked his first Premier League start with a goal. Lascelles headed home for Newcastle United as they were beaten 2-1 at Watford on Saturday. The England under-21 international has struggled in his first season spent with the Geordies, with former Forest winger and Newcastle assistant manager Steve Stone saying he is not ready for the top flight. However, he impressed at Vicarage Road as he battled the in-form duo of Troy Deeney and Odion...
  • GemmaToulson published Firms urged to do business in Africa

    GemmaToulson published Firms urged to do business in Africa
    The owner of Mansfield-based industrial supplies business Hall Fast is urging other firms to look to Africa for businesses after recently company has recently securing a £70,000 order to supply embroidered workwear to a company in Nigeria. Malcolm Hall, who was recently made an MBE, said this is the fourth such win from Africa for his firm, which specialises in fasteners, workwear, tools, protective equipment and handling equipment. He said: "Africa is a massive and diverse region...
  • DanRussell published Seven arrested in connection with armed robbery

    DanRussell published Seven arrested in connection with armed robbery
    A further seven people have been arrested in connection with a robbery.Nottinghamshire Police was called at around 4.55pm on Wednesday, January 6, to a jewellers in Stodman Street, Newark.Several men entered the shop and threatened workers with a weapon, thought to be a gun, before making off with a quantity of jewellery.No shots were fired and no one was injured although workers were shaken by the incident.The offenders made off towards Castlegate after leaving the shop.On January 8 a...
  • Barry_Cooper published Today's top five most popular stories: Monday, January, 25th 2016

    Barry_Cooper published Today's top five most popular stories: Monday, January, 25th 2016
    Here is a round-up of the most popular news and sports stories at nottinghampost.com so far, on Monday, January 25, 2016.1: Nottingham Forest are set to appear in the High Court in London this morning, after being subjected to their latest winding up petition.News is expected to emerge after lunchtime about the outcome of the order so stay tuned to the website for the very latest.2: "Evil ghosts forced us out of our £3.6m mansion" is a story first reported back in 2008 and is trending...
  • Nottingham Post published Video: Nottingham Forest defender Joe Worrall making major...

    Nottingham Post published Video: Nottingham Forest defender Joe Worrall making major...
    Nottingham Forest central defender Joe Worrall continues to impress on loan at Dagenham and Redbridge after scoring his first senior goal. The 19-year-old made his Daggers debut in the FA Cup third round at Everton before winning the club's man of the match award in his League Two debut against Northampton. He followed that up with a brilliant sixth minute header to put Dagenham 2-0 up at Newport on Saturday.The struggling side let the lead slip though as they drew 2-2 at Rodney...
  • Fryatt 'nowhere near' Forest return

    Fryatt 'nowhere near' Forest return
    Nottingham Forest boss Dougie Freedman says striker Matty Fryatt is "nowhere near" returning from an Achilles injury.
  • Nottingham Post published Stapleford family call for pensioners to have driving retests...

    Nottingham Post published Stapleford family call for pensioners to have driving retests...
    The family of a Stapleford man who died in a crash with an 87-year-old travelling the wrong way on the M1 want pensioners to have driving retests. Speaking exclusively on TV Show Inside Out, it is the first time Michael Luciw's family have publicly spoken about his tragic death.They believe changes to the law are needed to avoid similar tragedies."It doesn't feel as if we have lost him - it feels as if he has been taken away from us," said Mr Luciw's brother Simon."There are so...
  • Nottingham Post commented Stapleford family call for pensioners to have driving retests...

    Nottingham Post commented Stapleford family call for pensioners to have driving retests...
    The family of a Stapleford man who died in a crash with an 87-year-old travelling the wrong way on the M1 want pensioners to have driving retests. Speaking exclusively on TV Show Inside Out, it is the first time Michael Luciw's family have publicly spoken about his tragic death.They believe changes to the law are needed to avoid similar tragedies."It doesn't feel as if we have lost him - it feels as if he has been taken away from us," said Mr Luciw's brother Simon."There are so...
  • BenIreland published Drug dealer with unlicensed guns and accomplice jailed after...

    BenIreland published Drug dealer with unlicensed guns and accomplice jailed after...
    A drug dealer who was caught with £180,000 worth of heroin and cocaine in a gift bag and kept unlicensed guns at his home has been jailed along with an associate. Darren Dunne, 32, of Farleys Lane, Hucknall, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Friday, January, 22. Gemma South, 29, of Malbon Close, St Ann's, was jailed for three-and-a-half years. Nottingham Crown Court heard that police officers executed a warrant at Dunne's home address on Bonfire Night, November 5, 2014. Inside...
  • Nottmtails published Jamie Paterson could yet seal a permanent move away from...

    Nottmtails published Jamie Paterson could yet seal a permanent move away from...
    Jamie Paterson could yet seal a permanent move away from Nottingham Forest in January. Dougie Freedman has confirmed that Huddersfield, where the winger is currently on loan, do have a deal in place to sign the player permanently. While Brentford are also been linked with a move for Paterson, with Bees boss Dean Smith – who previously managed the player as he came through the ranks at Walsall – said to be keen on a reunion with the 24-year-old. Paterson has scored three goals...
  • Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest winger Deimantas Petravicius makes Stevenage...

    Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest winger Deimantas Petravicius makes Stevenage...
    Nottingham Forest winger Deimantas Petravicius made his Stevenage debut at the weekend after signing on a one month youth loan. The 20-year-old came off the bench in the 90th minute as they drew 0-0 with Barnet in League Two. Petravicius has been with Forest since 2011 but is yet to make his first team debut.However, he has five caps for Lithuania, including one against England in October last year. Stevenage are managed by former Forest striker Teddy Sheringham.
  • Nottingham Post published 'Arson attack' in Ilkeston destroys disabled man's lifeline...

    Nottingham Post published 'Arson attack' in Ilkeston destroys  disabled man's lifeline...
    A disability scooter worth £3,500 was destroyed in a suspected arson attack in Ilkeston. The fire spread to nearby outbuildings before spreading to the outside of conjoined flats in Monyash Close at about 12.10am on Sunday. Martyn Henley said he awoke to find neighbours banging on his window telling him there was a fire outside his flat. He went out the back door to find his mobility scooter, which he requires because of lung problems, engulfed in flames. He then went back through...
  • TomNorton published Eastwood's DH Lawrence centre could be saved thanks to £20,...

    TomNorton published Eastwood's DH Lawrence centre could be saved thanks to £20,...
    The future of troubled tourist attraction the DH Lawrence Heritage Centre could be saved following a £20,000 funding grant. The centre in Eastwood, faced closure last year after Broxtowe Borough Council announced it could no longer afford to keep it open. The authority came under criticism from residents, arts groups and celebrities. Now, Arts Council England said it will pay for a study looking at the future of the centre and to whether it can be kept open. Peter Knott, area...
  • NottmPostEG published Stewart Lee at Nottingham Playhouse: Review

    NottmPostEG published Stewart Lee at Nottingham Playhouse: Review
    It would be fair to say that comedian Stewart Lee divides opinion. Loved by many - including the residents of Nottingham where he was performing his third show in a matter of months - he's also despised by critics and some fellow stand-ups alike, as he reminded us during the opening sequence of his new show A Room With A Stew.In 2012 when Lee brought his Carpet Remnant World show to Nottingham, I noted that his constant disappointment with sections of the Playhouse crowd who weren't his 'fans'..
  • JonPritchard published Nottingham City Council wins £6m of low-carbon funding to...

    JonPritchard published Nottingham City Council wins £6m of low-carbon funding to...
    Nottingham City Council has been awarded more than £6 million to help reduce carbon emissions around the city. Secretary of State for Transport Patrick McLoughlin MP visited the University of Nottingham on Monday morning to announced the four cities who had won part of the £35 million pot of funding to fund low carbon, sustainable transport. The money has come from the Go Ultra Low city fund provided by the Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV). Councillor Nick McDonald,...

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