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• TomNorton published Sun set to shine in Nottingham on Wednesday

  02-02-2016 22:52
  
  Wednesday is set to perk up from Tuesday's damp and drizzle and could provide some of the better weather this week. Conditions will start cloudy from about 6am but by 9am it should clear up with sunny spells forecast until the early evening with temperatures peaking at 7C. Some cloud will then move in from 5pm onwards as temperatures drop to 4C feeling more like 1C.
  
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• TomNorton published Twenty-five-year-old man arrested over alleged New Year's Day sex...

  02-02-2016 21:19
  
  Police have made an arrest following investigations into a serious sexual assault on New Year's Day.The attack is alleged to have taken place in the Newgate Lane area of Mansfield.A 25-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday, February 2 on suspicion of sexual assault and bailed pending further enquiries.
  
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• TomNorton published Most shared stories: Tuesday, February 2

  02-02-2016 19:47
  
  Hospital waiting times, bank robbery and a former meat-eater professing her love for raw vegan food were among the Nottingham Post's most shared stories online today. Figures have shown that one in five people are waiting more than four hours for casualty doctors at the Queen's Medical Centre. News that the winter vomiting bug had also hit hospitals in Nottingham again also caused a stir, as the virus spread to the QMC. And 23-year-old graduate Xanthea Heynes from Sherwood spoke to the...
  
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• rsherdley published Widower was sent extreme porn and indecent photos of children

  02-02-2016 19:39
  
  A widower who had never been in trouble in his life was caught with extreme pornographic images and indecent photos.Geoffrey Jones had looked at the disgusting pictures and deleted them after he was sent them online by other perverts.Bereaved after his wife's death, the 63-year-old could not explain why he turned to crime.Yesterday, he was sentenced at Nottingham Crown Court to a three-year community order.He was ordered to attend an intensive internet sex offender treatment programme.And he...
  
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• rsherdley published Bulwell widower was sent extreme porn and indecent photos of...

  02-02-2016 19:39
  
  A widower who had never been in trouble in his life was caught with extreme pornographic images and indecent photos.Geoffrey Jones had looked at the disgusting pictures and deleted them after he was sent them online by other perverts.Bereaved after his wife's death, the 63-year-old could not explain why he turned to crime.Yesterday, he was sentenced at Nottingham Crown Court to a three-year community order.He was ordered to attend an intensive internet sex offender treatment programme.And he...
  
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• rsherdley published Drunk epileptic vomited and spat in the face of police officer in...

  02-02-2016 18:50
  
  A drunk epileptic who vomited and spat in the face of a police officer is due to walk free from jail after already serving her sentence.Gemma Peat was locked up for eight weeks at Nottingham Crown Court.She was sentenced to six weeks for assaulting the policeman and two weeks consecutivelyfor breaching a suspended sentence.But the 31-year-old, of no permanent address, has already served one month inside, the equivalent of half her sentence.Judge Michael Stokes, who passed sentence, told Peat:...
  
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• LucyBudge published Petition launched over plans for double yellow lines on streets...

  02-02-2016 18:48
  
  Neighbours in two Stapleford streets have launched a petition against plans to paint double yellow lines along the roads. Nottinghamshire County Council wants to put restrictions in force in Ilkeston Road and parts of Melbourne Road ahead of the start of a 450-home development at Field Farm. But residents on the streets, who are currently able to park along the roads, have begun a campaign against the proposals. Councillor and Ilkeston Road resident Richard McRae, who launched the petition...
  
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• LucyBudge published Broxtowe MP Anna Soubry speaks out in favour of fracking

  02-02-2016 18:41
  
  Broxtowe MP Anna Soubry has spoken out in favour of fracking, following plans for possible future drilling in her constituency. The MP, who is also Minister of State for Small Business, Industry and Enterprise, said she had been "persuaded" that fracking was a "good idea". She said: "Having a proper informed debate is critical and the industry itself has now got to step up and make that case as well as us in government, in politics, who believe it's a great way of...
  
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• LucyBudge commented Broxtowe MP Anna Soubry speaks out in favour of fracking

  02-02-2016 18:41
  
  Broxtowe MP Anna Soubry has spoken out in favour of fracking, following plans for possible future drilling in her constituency. The MP, who is also Minister of State for Small Business, Industry and Enterprise, said she had been "persuaded" that fracking was a "good idea". She said: "Having a proper informed debate is critical and the industry itself has now got to step up and make that case as well as us in government, in politics, who believe it's a great way of...
  
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• BenIreland published CCTV of bank robber released after cash stolen from TSB branch in...

  02-02-2016 18:05
  
  A manhunt is under way for a robber who threatened staff and fled with cash during a raid at a bank in Netherfield.The culprit walked into the TSB branch, on Victoria Road, before demanding money from the terrified female cashiers.It is the second time the bank has been held up in the past 18 months.Detectives now want to trace a bearded Asian man who fled the scene.CCTV images of the suspect have now been released in a bid to trace the man, described as around 5ft 7" and in his 40s. He...
  
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• BenIreland commented CCTV of bank robber released after cash stolen from TSB branch in...

  02-02-2016 18:05
  
  A manhunt is under way for a robber who threatened staff and fled with cash during a raid at a bank in Netherfield.The culprit walked into the TSB branch, on Victoria Road, before demanding money from the terrified female cashiers.It is the second time the bank has been held up in the past 18 months.Detectives now want to trace a bearded Asian man who fled the scene.CCTV images of the suspect have now been released in a bid to trace the man, described as around 5ft 7" and in his 40s. He...
  
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• PMBlackburn published Number of care homes suspended by Nottinghamshire County Council...

  02-02-2016 17:52
  
  The number of care homes suspended by the county council for providing "poor or inappropriate care" has hit the lowest level for more than five years. Health Correspondent Peter Blackburn reports.The county's care home owners appear to have finally got the message that authorities in Nottinghamshire will not tolerate slipping standards.That is the view of the woman charged with keeping people safe in homes – two years after concerned council leaders set up a task-force dedicated...
  
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• PMBlackburn published Nottingham woman's cancer diagnosis prompts sister to get checked...

  02-02-2016 17:46
  
  A Nottingham councillor whose cancer diagnosis saved her sister's life has urged people to be more aware of the disease – in a bid to increase early diagnosis.Wendy Smith, who represents Bilborough, was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 53 during a routine mammogram appointment – but the small cancer was caught early and surgery and radiotherapy cured the problem.However, Mrs Smith's news prompted sister Emma Flesser, 52, to head to the doctors and she was given the dreaded..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Former Notts County trainee takes on 'exciting' project as USL...

  02-02-2016 17:40
  
  It is a long way from Meadow Lane, almost 5,000 miles to be exact, but Darren Powell is ensuring Nottingham is well represented on the opposite side of the world. The former Notts County trainee is preparing for his debut season in charge of USL San Antonio after officially taking charge last month. It will be the 43-year-old's first professional head coach role and he starts with something of a blank canvas at the brand new United Soccer League franchise. "From the very first...
  
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• JenniferScott published Man arrested after New Year's Day sexual assault

  02-02-2016 16:01
  
  A man has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault after an attack on New Year's Day. The incident happened in Mansfield, in the Newgate Lane area of the town. Police arrested the 25-year-old on Tuesday and have bailed him, pending further inquiries.
  
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• JemmaPage published Hens saved from the slaughterhouse hunting for their forever home...

  02-02-2016 15:24
  
  Hens saved from the slaughterhouse are asking for kind-hearted locals to help them find their forever home.Voluntary organisation Fresh Start for Hens buys caged, barn and free-range hens from farmers just before their slaughter date, which is usually 72 weeks after their birth.The charity then drives the commercial hens to one of 32 pick-up points dotted across the country ready to go to their pre-reserved homes.The organisation, which has re-homed more than 44,000 hens since it was set-up in..
  
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• NatalieFahy commented Car parked ACROSS city centre road blocks traffic

  02-02-2016 15:22
  
  A car parked across a city centre street caused a headache for drivers.The black BMW appeared to have been left at an angle on Wollaton Street, near the Ramada Hotel, blocking traffic in both directions on Tuesday.The street is also home to the former Halo nightclub, currently being redeveloped into student flats.Barry Howard, managing director of Barry Howard Homes, who are carrying out the works on the nightclub, said: "It's clearly blocking the road and people can't get in and...
  
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• JemmaPage published Tesco recalls own-brand slow cookers due to electric shock risk

  02-02-2016 15:22
  
  Supermarket giant Tesco has recalled batches of its own-brand slow cookers amid safety fears. It is asking customers to return slow cookers in 3.0 litres and 5.5 litres capacities with batch codes running from 150501 to 151031 to their nearest store as there is a risk of electric shock due to poor construction of the plug. A spokesman for the supermarket said: "If you have an affected product please stop using it immediately, unplug and return to your nearest Tesco store for a full...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Look inside CookieShake on Upper Parliament Street after...

  02-02-2016 15:11
  
  Alex Corman opened CookieShake ten years ago selling cookies and takeaway milkshakes. Since then the business has expanded into a café and bar serving more than 1,000 customers on an average Saturday night. Now CookieShake, in Upper Parliament Street, Nottingham, has undergone a £40,000 refit. Mr Corman, 33, of West Bridgford, said: "We want people to sit in and have a drink rather than just takeaway and we've got much more space to do that now. "We wanted to...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County Ladies sell Alex Greenwood to Liverpool for...

  02-02-2016 14:40
  
  Alex Greenwood has left Notts County Ladies to join Liverpool for a 'significant' fee. The Lady Pies were 'reluctant' to let the defender go, for an undisclosed amount, but Greenwood was seemingly keen on a move back to Merseyside, where she is from. "Alex came to us and expressed her desire to leave," said chief executive Matthew Alexander. "Alex had progressed very well last year and, personally, had a very successful season. "Rick (Passmoor, Notts manager) and I...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published How to avoid Valentine's Day this year

  02-02-2016 14:36
  
  No sooner had Christmas come and gone, shops all over Nottingham were decorating their windows with love hearts, red tape and flowers in preparation for Valentine's Day. But, the most loved up day of the year isn't for everyone, especially if you're single and have no prospect of anything romantic happening on Sunday, February 14. It's hard to escape it and you can either hide under a rock for the next couple of weeks or embrace it and accept that it isn't going away. To try and help you...
  
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• BenIreland published Cash stolen in bank robbery at TSB branch in Nottingham suburb

  02-02-2016 14:32
  
  A branch of TSB in a Nottingham suburb has been robbed, with cash stolen from the bank.Nottinghamshire Police were called at 3.46pm on Monday, February 1, to the Victoria Road branch of TSB in Netherfield.Detectives investigating the case are asking for any witnesses to come forward via 101.One Netherfield resident, who asked not to be named, said: "I went down to the bank in the evening and there was a police car parked outside. "There was a sign on the door that said 'temporarily...
  
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• JemmaPage published Winter-vomiting bug norovirus spreads to Nottingham's Queen's...

  02-02-2016 13:51
  
  Winter-vomiting bug norovirus has spread to the Queen's Medical Centre. The highly-contagious bug has struck the B48 ward at the hospital – and still remains on City Hospital's Beeston ward. Health bosses are warning people to avoid visiting the infected wards unless it is absolutely necessary. A spokesman for Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, which runs the hospital, said: "This helps us to reduce the spread of the virus and minimise the risk to visitors who may become...
  
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• Liverpool Ladies sign Greenwood

  02-02-2016 13:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Liverpool sign England defender Alex Greenwood from fellow Women's Super League One side Notts County.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts builder finds a new home

  02-02-2016 13:39
  
  New homes builder DL Rhodes & Son Ltd is on the move.The Nottingham based developer is moving into £400,000 offices on Blenheim Industrial Estate, Bulwell as part of the firm's expansion plans.Having outgrow its former home in Arnold, the firm's new building provides 6,000 sqft of space including three offices, a boardroom, kitchen, parking and a 4,500 sqft warehouse.In the last 12 months the firm has seen a 20 percent increase in staff, larger contracts being won and they've scooped..
  
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• BenIreland published Tributes paid to Salvation Army major of more than 50 years who...

  02-02-2016 13:34
  
  Tributes have been paid to a Salvation Army major of more than 50 years who wrote a book about the benefits of prayer. Eileen, who was born in Ilkeston, travelled the length and breadth of the country in a life-long dedication to the Salvation Army and settled in Stapleford, where she retired after raising her family there years earlier. She passed away on January 25 after a long battle with cancer, aged 83. Her son John, of Wollaton, said she will be fondly remembered as an...
  
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• BenIreland published Tributes paid to Salvation Army major of more than 50 years

  02-02-2016 13:34
  
  Tributes have been paid to a Salvation Army major of more than 50 years. Eileen, who was born in Ilkeston, travelled the length and breadth of the country in a life-long dedication to the Salvation Army and settled in Stapleford, where she retired after raising her family there years earlier. She passed away on January 25 after a long battle with cancer, aged 83. Her son John, of Wollaton, said she will be fondly remembered as an "inspiration" in the local Christian community and...
  
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• MattDavies published ​England cricket Q&A with Mick Newell: National selector on...

  02-02-2016 13:30
  
  England selector Mick Newell sat down with the Post to discuss Alex Hales' Test credentials, James Taylor's one-day form and the one day series in South Africa Question: Have you seen enough from Alex to think he's still a long-term Test option (after he averaged 17 in the series)? Answer: He's still got a chance of playing Test match cricket over the long term. What he hasn't done is cement the place so he can relax in terms of the Sri Lanka series and look ahead. He's got to...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Today's top five most popular stories: Tuesday, February 2nd,...

  02-02-2016 13:26
  
  Here are Tuesday's most popular stories so far at nottinghampost.com.1: Transfer deadline day dismay for Nottingham Forest Nottingham Forest suffered transfer deadline day frustration, as a last-minute wrangle over the future of Kyle Ebecilio left Dougie Freedman without the cash to pursue his primary striker targets. 2: Billy Davies' possible return to management said to hinge on severance deal with Nottingham Forest The former Forest boss' potential return to management at Kilmarnock...
  
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• JemmaPage published Good Deeds Notts: Students hold video game tournaments to raise...

  02-02-2016 13:17
  
  Hosting video game tournaments, knitting handmade scarves and holding cake sales are just some of the ways pupils at a West Bridgford school have helped disadvantaged people living in Nottingham. Pupils from Nottingham Emmanuel School have raised more than £1,150 for the Arches Project, which distributes furniture, clothing and emergency food to those in need. And as well as holding events to raise the money – which has been used to buy the charity a new van – the pupils...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Transfer deadline day: Six of the best deals by Nottingham...

  02-02-2016 12:46
  
  Championship clubs reportedly spent £35m capturing signings in the January transfer window.
  Nottingham Forest may have suffered deadline day frustration when it came to their hopes of bringing in a striker.But the Post picks out some of the most eye-catching moves at the Reds' Championship rivals to go through yesterday. 1. Jordan Rhodes to Middlesbrough Boro contributed a big chunk of the second tier's outlay when they splashed out an initial fee of £9m to secure striker Rhodes...
  
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• LucyBudge published Ice warning issued across Nottinghamshire - with wintry showers...

  02-02-2016 12:11
  
  Drivers need to be wary on the roads on Tuesday with a chance of ice forming across Nottinghamshire. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning of ice for the East Midlands.
  It is in place from 6pm on Tuesday until 10am on Wednesday.Further ahead, wintry showers are expected throughout Wednesday afternoon and into the evening. Due to the clear skies between the downpours, this could allow ice to form on some surfaces. The icy conditions will make difficult driving conditions and some...
  
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• PMBlackburn published The ten best places to eat and drink in West Bridgford

  02-02-2016 12:00
  
  Thriving West Bridgford attracts foodies and drinkers from across the county. Lifetime resident and Post reporter Peter Blackburn picks out the top ten tasty attractions.Larwood and Voce – Top of the list with very good reason, the Larwood and Voce is arguably the best gastro-pub in the county. Not only is the comfy boozer set in the most beautiful of locations – nestled into Trent Bridge cricket ground but – some of the best roast dinners in the land are served here. Oh, and..
  
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• NottmPostEG published Rory McGrath on comedy, audiences and the thousands of things...

  02-02-2016 11:55
  
  Rory McGrath will turn 60 during his first solo tour which takes in Nottingham this month. So will he be talking about any of the things that make him a 'grumpy old man'? The star of They Think It's All Over says: "Off the top of my head I can only think of about 340,417 things that annoy me. "Here's one: when people say to me 'you know Rory, life's too short'. Really? Mine has dragged on for years and years." His grumpy demeanour is not the impression many people have of...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Watch the shocking moment Rebecca Adlington dislocates her...

  02-02-2016 11:44
  
  Rebecca Adlington has described the pain she suffered when she dislocated her shoulder in Channel 4's celebrity ski show The Jump as "worse than childbirth". The double-Olympic swimming gold medallist, from Mansfield, was injured during filming of the show and it is not yet known whether she will continue in the competition.Her shoulder was out of its joint for 40 minutes as she lay on the safety mat after clocking up speeds of 30mph on the slope, in Innsbruck, Austria.
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• Barry_Cooper published These SIX shops want you to return their products due to safety...

  02-02-2016 11:25
  
  During January, there were various product recall notices issued to customers in Nottinghamshire from stores including Tesco, IKEA and Build-A-Bear and Sainsbury's. There were food recalls relating to products at Sainsbury's and Iceland, while toy products at IKEA, Tesco and Build-A-Bear were also subject to recall notices from Trading Standards. Here are six recalls from January: 1: Tesco shoppers warned of product recall over children's toys which are 'potential choking...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Don't panic! 12 need-to-know facts about the Dad's Army movie

  02-02-2016 11:23
  
  1. We have The X Factor to thank for inspiring the idea of making a movie.Producer Damian Jones, 51, was flicking through the channels one night, in a bid to find something aside from the TV singing show to watch, when he came across a rerun of Dad's Army. Curious, he tracked down the viewing figures and discovered that almost three million Brits were still tuning in every week to watch the nostalgic comedy series about a Home Guard platoon, which first aired in 1968. Inspired, he then...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Transfer gossip: Nottingham Forest reportedly knocked back in...

  02-02-2016 11:19
  
  Nottingham Forest were reportedly knocked back by Hull City in a bid to take striker Sone Aluko on loan on deadline day. The BBC claim the Tigers turned down offers from Championship rivals Leeds United, Brighton and Hove Albion and Fulham, as well as the Reds, to sign the 26-year-old. Forest boss Dougie Freedman had targeted bringing in a front man before the transfer window closed yesterday. But his attempts to do so were quashed as he was left without the funds to pursue his targets,...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Former roast dinner lover swears by the benefits of raw vegan...

  02-02-2016 11:07
  
  Raw foods are set to be a big trend for 2016. Xanthea Heynes doesn't need convincing, as she tells LYNETTE PINCHESS, how they made an enormous difference to her life Roastdinner lover Xanthea Heynes went cold turkey when she stopped eating meat and dairy overnight. As if turning vegan wasn't challenging enough, the 23-year-old, from Sherwood, went a step further. For 15 days, she ate nothing but raw food. No roasting, no steaming, no boiling, no frying – just simple fresh fruit and...
  
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• jonmattos published Nottingham Forest supplement chronicles Brian Clough years from...

  02-02-2016 11:04
  
  The Nottingham Post, to mark the 150th anniversary of Nottingham Forest Football Club, is bringing out ten special editions, on the first Tuesday of every month from August to May, to celebrate and recall all the great moments for the Reds during the club's long history. In part seven, inside the Post today (Tuesday, February 2), we look at the Brian Clough years from 1980 to 1990. Here is a rundown of what is included in the supplement: P2-3: Reds a 'heck of a long way short' of their best...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Second chance to relive Nottingham Forest's glory years from...

  02-02-2016 10:05
  
  Nottingham's Miracle Men will be playing their part in Friday's Light Night celebrations, with a second showing of an exhibition celebrating their European triumphs. City Of Miracles, the story of Nottingham Forest's unique European Cup wins in 1979 and 1980 as seen by their own supporters, returns to The Space at Nottingham Contemporary for one night only. Jonny Owen, who directed the successful I Believe In Miracles documentary based on Forest's success, and a selection of players from...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Delays on M1 between junctions 27 and 28 after collision

  02-02-2016 09:23
  
  A lane is closed between junctions 27 and 28 on the M1 after a crash on Tuesday morning. Lane four is closed on the northbound carriageway and congestion has started to build. The collision took place in the early hours of Tuesday morning and is expected to be cleared by around 9.30am. Normal traffic conditions are estimated to return by around 9.45am. The incident is also causing delays down the northbound carriageway between junctions 26 and 27, and to Nottingham City Transport...
  
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• LucyBudge published Nottinghamshire traffic: Early morning congestion around A52

  02-02-2016 08:24
  
  Traffic is already starting to build around many of Nottinghamshire's main roads this Tuesday. On the A52, there is congestion on the carriageway travelling west around the Saxondale Island for Bingham, and at the Gamston Island moving on to Radcliffe Road. There are also delays on the eastbound carriageway at the Bramcote Island of the A52 Derby Road. Traffic is moving slowly between junction 26 of the M1, for Kimberley, heading on to the A6096 for Eastwood and the Ikea...
  
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• LucyBudge published Nottinghamshire weather: Strong winds to continue through the day

  02-02-2016 08:08
  
  It's going to be yet another blustery day for Nottinghamshire as Storm Henry continues its pursuit across the UK. The wind will stay strong throughout Tuesday, but there will be some sunny periods. There is also a chance of a few short showers during the afternoon. A maximum temperature of 7°C is expected. Into Tuesday evening and the winds will ease slightly, with more rain and possible sleet expected. Wednesday will not be as windy but it will be a cold day, with sunny spells.
  
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• NatalieFahy published Live: Breaking news from around Nottingham on Tuesday, February...

  02-02-2016 07:09
  
  Welcome to the Nottingham Post's live blog - where you'll hear about all the breaking news first.6.18am:There have been no incidents of note on the transport network overnight.6.15am:Temperatures will hover around 6 or 7C, dropping to 2C in the early hours of tomorrow morning. It will be a fairly windy day, with gusts reaching up to 20mph and there will be some rain around 2pm. Apart from that it will be a cloudy day.
  
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• Tresidder published New French boss for 400 call centre staff at Boots in Nottingham

  02-02-2016 07:00
  
  Four hundred call centre jobs at Boots in Nottingham are to be transferred to a French-owned contact centre management specialist, the retailer said. Boots said it had engaged Teleperformance to run its customer support centre and central support contact centre from March 14. In a statement the health and beauty retailer said staff will continue to work on the Boots UK site in Nottingham and retain their existing pay and benefits. "There are no plans to reduce the size of the teams...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Upcycling firm Paguro looks to expand overseas.

  02-02-2016 07:00
  
  Upcycling firm Paguro is wasting no time by looking to expand further into Europe after a successful year in overseas markets.The company, founded by Yen Goo, stocks products made by recycling construction netting, tyre inner tubes and plastic bags and turning them into fashion and home accessories.She said: "Our unique selling point is upcycled products but made at a high quality. It's about offering a new lifestyle to consumers. These are beautifully made products with a good story behind...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Transfer window provides stark evidence of a key signing...

  02-02-2016 07:00
  
  While the focus and frustration will be aimed on Nottingham Forest's struggle to land a striker, the latest transfer deadline day has provided stark evidence of the urgent need for another signing. Not somebody who will find the back of the net on the City Ground pitch, or have thousands of fans chanting their name. But somebody who, instead, will ply their trade in rather more mundane fashion, in relative solitude, sat behind a desk. The role of a football chief executive is not a...
  
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• Nottingham Post published See Nottingham's sights with a 5.30am run

  02-02-2016 07:00
  
  Runners are being invited to see the sights of the city in the early hoursas part of a fitness event.Run 5.30 encourages runners to take part in a 5.3km jog at 5.30am.The event began in Italy and has become a regular occurrence in cities like Milan and Venice, with 13 races across the country.It will take place in the city this year on Friday, July 1.Nottingham was chosen at the first city to host the event in Britain last year, with more than 500 people taking part.Nik Emmonds, of...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Penny Strutton: Job-seeking is not the time to be modest

  02-02-2016 07:00
  
  After LinkedIn revealed its most overused words, performance and careers coach Penny Strutton looks at how to avoid these pitfalls. If I could get £1 for every time someone says they don't want to blow their own trumpet at an interview, I would be a very rich woman! It is very much the British way to be modest about our achievements; we feel uncomfortable about taking ownership for excellent results and step out of the limelight to avoid being seen as arrogant. No-one likes to be...
  
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