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• Pitch invaders during Nottingham Forest's 1-0 win over Derby County pictured in police appeal - Nottingham Post

  03-02-2016 22:54
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  Pitch invaders during Nottingham Forest's 1-0 win over Derby County pictured in police appeal
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  Nine pictures have been released by police in a bid to trace the pitch invaders that ran on to the City Ground turf in the latest match between the Nottingham Forest and rivals Derby County. Some of the men, pictured grinning and with their arms in the ...
  

• Nottingham Post published Missing man found safe and well

  03-02-2016 22:53
  
  A 42-year-old man who went missing on Wednesday morning has been found safe and well.An appeal was launched by Nottinghamshire Police after Lee, of Goldsmith Street, went missing.The force thanked everyone who shared their appeal for their help.
  
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• BenIreland commented Great Sport Relief Bake Off: Former Notts schoolboy Ed Balls...

  03-02-2016 22:44
  
  Former Notts schoolboy Ed Balls impressed Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood on last night's Great Sport Relief Bake Off. Mr Balls' off-piste ski-jump creation saw him narrowly miss out on the star baker prize on the celebrity show to Girls Aloud star Kimberley Walsh. He was also up against sports commentator Chris Kamara and TV presenter Victoria Coren-Mitchell. The ex-Labour MP and one-time Shadow Chancellor, was a pupil at Crossdale Drive Primary School in Keyworth before attending Nottingham...
  
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• BenIreland published Flats compared to homes in ISIS stronghold given planning...

  03-02-2016 22:07
  
  Plans for 14 flats at a former care home in suburban Gedling were given planning permission – despite their size being compared to emergency housing in Islamic State de-facto capital Raqqa. Councillors on Gedling Borough Council's planning committee voted 10 to five in favour of the proposed apartments in Waverley Avenue. Angry residents, who shouted "see you in court" at the end of the meeting, vowed to take the matter to the planning ombudsman and, if needed, to judicial...
  
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• BenIreland commented Flats compared to homes in ISIS stronghold given planning...

  03-02-2016 22:07
  
  Plans for 14 flats at a former care home in suburban Gedling were given planning permission – despite their size being compared to emergency housing in Islamic State de-facto capital Raqqa. Councillors on Gedling Borough Council's planning committee voted 10 to five in favour of the proposed apartments in Waverley Avenue. Angry residents, who shouted "see you in court" at the end of the meeting, vowed to take the matter to the planning ombudsman and, if needed, to judicial...
  
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• BenIreland published Woman taken to hospital after collision with bus in city centre

  03-02-2016 21:46
  
  A woman was taken to hospital after a collision with a bus in Nottingham city centre. The incident took place in Lower Parliament Street, outside the main entrance to the Victoria Centre, at around 6.10pm on February 3. It caused severe delays to bus journeys across Nottingham, with some services cancelled as a result. The rush hour disruption has since cleared. A woman was taken to hospital, but police say she only suffered minor injuries.
  
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• BenIreland commented Woman taken to hospital after collision with bus in city centre

  03-02-2016 21:46
  
  A woman was taken to hospital after a collision with a bus in Nottingham city centre. The incident took place in Lower Parliament Street, outside the main entrance to the Victoria Centre, at around 6.10pm on February 3. It caused severe delays to bus journeys across Nottingham, with some services cancelled as a result. The rush hour disruption has since cleared. A woman was taken to hospital, but police say she only suffered minor injuries.
  
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• BenIreland published Pitch invaders during Nottingham Forest's 1-0 win over Derby...

  03-02-2016 21:08
  
  Nine pictures have been released by police in a bid to trace the pitch invaders that ran on to the City Ground turf in the latest match between the Nottingham Forest and rivals Derby County.
  Some of the men, pictured grinning and with their arms in the air, decided to run right up to the television cameras. Officers are asking the public if they can help the force identify the men. The incident happened at the end of the November 6 showdown, which ended 1-0 to the Reds after a Nelson...
  
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• BenIreland commented Pitch invaders during Nottingham Forest's 1-0 win over Derby...

  03-02-2016 21:08
  
  Nine pictures have been released by police in a bid to trace the pitch invaders that ran on to the City Ground turf in the latest match between the Nottingham Forest and rivals Derby County.
  Some of the men, pictured grinning and with their arms in the air, decided to run right up to the television cameras. Officers are asking the public if they can help the force identify the men. The incident happened at the end of the November 6 showdown, which ended 1-0 to the Reds after a Nelson...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Alex Hales hits 57 in first one-day international as England win...

  03-02-2016 20:59
  
  Alex Hales went some way to putting his tough time with the bat in his debut Test series behind him with a fine knock for England in South Africa. The Notts Outlaws opener's position at the top of the order was called into question after he averaged just 17 in the four Test series in South Africa. But the 27-year-old teamed up with Jason Roy once again to good affect in a one-day international as the pair laid the foundations for an England victory in the first ODI – albeit after rain...
  
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• BenIreland published Severe delays to Nottingham buses after city centre crash

  03-02-2016 20:48
  
  Bus companies have reported "severe" delays after a crash in Nottingham city centre this evening. Stops outside the Victoria Centre and nightclub Oceana could not be served and all of Nottingham City Transport's services were affected. The bus firm said it was experiencing "severe delays". At around 7pm, it's Twitter account tweeted: "There are severe delays across all services due to the RTC".
  Victoria Centre bus stops are being served again by 25, 27, 39-44...
  
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• BenIreland commented Severe delays to Nottingham buses after city centre crash

  03-02-2016 20:48
  
  Bus companies have reported "severe" delays after a crash in Nottingham city centre this evening. Stops outside the Victoria Centre and nightclub Oceana could not be served and all of Nottingham City Transport's services were affected. The bus firm said it was experiencing "severe delays". At around 7pm, it's Twitter account tweeted: "There are severe delays across all services due to the RTC".
  Victoria Centre bus stops are being served again by 25, 27, 39-44...
  
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• BenIreland published Child sex abuse charity says it can bring more convictions if...

  03-02-2016 20:37
  
  Directors of a child sexual abuse charity say their work can lead to more criminal convictions if they are given vital funding from police, councils and the NHS. Service users at West Bridgford's Imara met police and crime commissioner Paddy Tipping, to share with him the charity's early intervention methods in schools, hospitals and families. The charity, which has grown to 11 staff and 10 volunteers from just two workers when it first began in 2011, gets 97 per cent of its money from...
  
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• sherdley published Banned driver Anthony Hayes hit speeds of 80mph and crashed into...

  03-02-2016 20:00
  
  A banned driver drove "atrociously" in his girlfriend's Peugeot and crashed head-on with a family in their car, a court heard.Anthony Hayes caused whiplash injuries to those in the other car when he lost control during a high-speed police chase.He drove from the heavily built-up residential streets of Sherwood, through Carrington, the Goose Fair island, to Alfreton Road and Nottingham's ring road in Western Boulevard.A care home manager and his wife and their two daughters, aged 15 and...
  
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• sherdley commented Banned driver Anthony Hayes hit speeds of 80mph and crashed into...

  03-02-2016 20:00
  
  A banned driver drove "atrociously" in his girlfriend's Peugeot and crashed head-on with a family in their car, a court heard.Anthony Hayes caused whiplash injuries to those in the other car when he lost control during a high-speed police chase.He drove from the heavily built-up residential streets of Sherwood, through Carrington, the Goose Fair island, to Alfreton Road and Nottingham's ring road in Western Boulevard.A care home manager and his wife and their two daughters, aged 15 and...
  
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• Nottingham gears up to host its 9th Light Night - Nottingham Post

  03-02-2016 19:54
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  Nottingham gears up to host its 9th Light Night
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  It may be damp and drizzly outside but Nottingham is set to be illuminated on Friday night – as Light Night brightens the city once again. From a pedal-powered disco to a procession of glowing sea creatures, the festival will make sure the city centre ...and more »
  

• Homes for graduates could help to keep young talent in nottingham - Nottingham Post

  03-02-2016 19:54
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  Homes for graduates could help to keep young talent in nottingham
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  Building homes for graduates could help to keep more talented young people in Nottingham, the man in charge of one of the city's universities has said. Professor Edward Peck, vice-chancellor of Nottingham Trent University (NTU), spoke at a market ...
  

• Nottingham Forest v Liverpool: FA Youth Cup preview: Jack Lester excited by next generation - Nottingham Post

  03-02-2016 19:42
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  Nottingham Forest v Liverpool: FA Youth Cup preview: Jack Lester excited by next generation
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  Gerry McDonagh celebrates scoring during the victory in the last round against Birmingham. Pic: Ritchie Sumpter. VIEW GALLERY. Nottingham Forest v Liverpool: FA Youth Cup preview: Jack Lester excited by next... X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email.and more »
  

• JenniferScott published MP takes Nottinghamshire County Council cuts row to parliament

  03-02-2016 19:30
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• JenniferScott published Local MP takes Nottinghamshire County Council cuts fight to...

  03-02-2016 19:30
  
  A local politician is calling for the government to rethink its plans when it comes to cutting council funding, claiming the decision will have "a devastating effect" on Nottinghamshire.An early day motion was put forward by Mansfield MP Alan Meale, arguing the additional £62 million cuts that the county council needs to make over the next three years were "deeply concerning" and needed debating in parliament.The figure, announced at the end of last year, is in addition...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest v Liverpool: FA Youth Cup preview: Jack Lester...

  03-02-2016 19:00
  
  Nottingham Forest host Liverpool in the FA Youth Cup at the City Ground on Thursday night (7pm) looking to secure a place in the quarter-finals of the competition for the second season running. And Under-18s coach and former Reds forward Jack Lester says seeing the likes of Oliver Burke, Ben Osborn, Tyler Walker and Jorge Grant flourishing in the first team can be the inspiration for the next generation of talent to make the step up and maintain the club's traditional production line of...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest v Liverpool: FA Youth Cup preview: Jack Lester...

  03-02-2016 19:00
  
  Nottingham Forest host Liverpool in the FA Youth Cup at the City Ground on Thursday night (7pm) looking to secure a place in the quarter-finals of the competition for the second season running. And Under-18s coach and former Reds forward Jack Lester says seeing the likes of Oliver Burke, Ben Osborn, Tyler Walker and Jorge Grant flourishing in the first team can be the inspiration for the next generation of talent to make the step up and maintain the club's traditional production line of...
  
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• JemmaPage published Nottingham gears up to host its 9th Light Night

  03-02-2016 19:00
  
  It may be damp and drizzly outside but Nottingham is set to be illuminated tomorrow night – as Light Night brightens the city once again. From a pedal-powered disco to a procession of glowing sea creatures, the festival will make sure the city centre is a beacon of light for the ninth year on the trot. More than 50 free family-friendly events and activities will be held at various venues, and thousands of visitors are expected to flock to see the dazzling displays.Sharon Scaniglia,...
  
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• TomNorton published Clouds and overcast skies set to hit Nottingham on Thursday

  03-02-2016 18:55
  
  More overcast spells are forecast for Thursday as Wednesday's bright spells die down.A wet start in the early hours of the morning will dry out before the morning commute.Things will stay dry but cloudy throughout the day with temperatures hitting highs of around 10C.Conditions will stay the same through the evening and into Friday morning.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County boss Jamie Fullarton praises departing 'Gentleman'...

  03-02-2016 18:50
  
  Notts County boss Jamie Fullarton praised outgoing defender Gill Swerts as a "gentleman" and hailed the Belgian's attitude despite not being involved with the first team. Swerts had his contract terminated by mutual consent on transfer deadline day after a move to Cypriot side Famagusta failed to materialise. It meant Swerts left the clubjust six months after signing a two-year deal with the Meadow Lane outfit under previous manager Ricardo Moniz. Having started plenty of games...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Homes for graduates could help to keep young talent in nottingham

  03-02-2016 18:46
  
  Building homes for graduates could help to keep more talented young people in Nottingham, the man in charge of one of the city's universities has said.Professor Edward Peck, vice-chancellor of Nottingham Trent University (NTU), spoke at a market insight event held by commercial property agents Innes England on Wednesday.He told businesses in the property sector they could play a role in boosting graduate retention in the city by working with NTU on a shared equity property scheme for...
  
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• TomNorton published Most shared stories: Wednesday, February 3

  03-02-2016 18:40
  
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• LucyBudge published 100 jobs up for grabs at East Midlands Airport - including cabin...

  03-02-2016 18:30
  
  Nottingham jobseekers could soon be flying high in their career with 100 roles up for grabs at East Midlands Airport. Budget airline Jet2 are holding their first major recruitment drive of the year – with cabin crew and ground operations team positions up for grabs at their Leicestershire office. The company announced a 27 per cent boost in available roles this week, with 500 new jobs now available across the UK. And current employees for the company are now urging Nottinghamshire...
  
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• TomNorton published Galleries of Justice meeting takes place on future of Nottingham'...

  03-02-2016 18:19
  
  City chiefs and campaigners from across Nottingham met to discuss the future of the city's most historic buildings this week. Architects, enthusiasts and council officers discussed what can be done to ensure Nottingham's oldest buildings get the work they deserve. The event was held on Wednesday at the Galleries of Justice and hosted by the Prince's Regeneration Trust. The trust advises on projects across the UK giving local people helpful tips and information to carry out projects.Its...
  
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• Cyclist hit and run captured on video

  03-02-2016 18:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Police say there is not enough evidence to prosecute a hit-and-run driver who accelerated into a cyclist - despite the incident being captured on video.
  
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• Sneak peek inside Nottingham Pieminister - Nottingham Post

  03-02-2016 18:00
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  Sneak peek inside Nottingham Pieminister
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  Pie lovers have been getting a sneak preview of Nottingham's new gourmet pie and mash eatery. Pieminister, in Chapel Bar, has been welcoming customers this week even though the finishing touches are still being put to the decor. A sign on the door says ...
  

• Nottingham Post published VIDEO: Football freestyle world record holder set to wow...

  03-02-2016 17:24
  
  Multiple Guinness World Record holder and professional football freestyler Dan Magness has launched a series of football skills tutorial videos for Nottingham City of Football. The football freestyler will be the main attraction in the Market Square and Nottingham Contemporary for Nottingham's Robin Hood Energy Light Night, which takes place in the city on Friday night. There will be more than 50 free activities to be enjoyed around the city and Magness will be taking centre stage as 'Tron...
  
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• LucyBudge published Missing cat found after 14 months - in a pet food factory

  03-02-2016 17:23
  
  A missing moggy that escaped from home 14 months ago has been found after feasting in a pet food factory. Clive the Norwegian Forest Cat was rescued from the Kennelgate Pet Superstore warehouse, in Stapleford, by workers who noticed "evidence" of a cat living among the many boxes of food. His owner, Tanya Irons, picked up her beloved pet from the offices yesterday afternoon after she was traced through his microchip. Clive, who was only nine-months-old when he went missing, was...
  
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• LucyBudge commented Missing cat found after 14 months - in a pet food factory

  03-02-2016 17:23
  
  A missing moggy that escaped from home 14 months ago has been found after feasting in a pet food factory. Clive the Norwegian Forest Cat was rescued from the Kennelgate Pet Superstore warehouse, in Stapleford, by workers who noticed "evidence" of a cat living among the many boxes of food. His owner, Tanya Irons, picked up her beloved pet from the offices yesterday afternoon after she was traced through his microchip. Clive, who was only nine-months-old when he went missing, was...
  
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• Shocking video published of cyclist hit and run in Nottingham - Nottingham Post

  03-02-2016 17:13
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  Shocking video published of cyclist hit and run in Nottingham
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  Police say they have been unable to prosecute a driver who ran into a cyclist despite an online video which appeared to capture the incident. A YouTube video, taken at the BBC Island near London Road, shows a 4x4 accelerating into the back of a cyclist ...
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• NottmPostEG published Now for Tomorrow II at Nottingham Castle: Exhibition review

  03-02-2016 16:52
  
  Change lies ahead for Nottingham Castle. Work should soon begin on a £24m structural and thematic transformation of the edifice into an attraction fit for the city and the 21st century. Yet quite how this will leave the way the Castle's artworks are displayed is still unknown. Also unknown, inevitably, is how the changes will impact on the Castle's very reputation as a venerable, and safe, gallery space. But whatever happens over the next five years for now the Castle is set to keep...
  
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• LPinchess commented Sneak peek inside Nottingham Pieminister

  03-02-2016 16:49
  
  Pie lovers have been getting a sneak preview of Nottingham's new gourmet pie and mash eatery. Pieminister, in Chapel Bar, has been welcoming customers this week even though the finishing touches are still being put to the decor. A sign on the door says: "Hey pie lovers we might be a bit rough around the edges but we are open." The restaurant will close on Friday to allow the £300,000 transformation to be completed in time for its official opening on February...
  
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• JemmaPage published 5 things you must see during Nottingham's Light Night

  03-02-2016 16:45
  
  From lightsaber duels beside the Robin Hood statue to a procession of glowing sea creatures, Nottingham will be a beacon of light on Friday evening. More than 50 free family-friendly events and activities will be held at various venues - here are the top five things you must see on Light Night.
  City of Miracles at Nottingham Contemporary: Meet I Believe In Miracles director Jonny Owen and players from Forest's European Cup winning triumph, from 6pm.Nottingham's Forgotten Nooks and Crannies...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest poll: Mark Dougie Freedman's first year in...

  03-02-2016 16:34
  
  What mark out of ten would you give Dougie Freedman for his first year in charge of Nottingham Forest? Let us know in our latest Reds poll. Freedman this week celebrates 12 months in charge at the City Ground. Forest legend Kenny Burns said in his Post column on Monday that he would give his fellow Scot a score of eight or nine out of ten for the job he has done at the club since replacing Stuart Pearce. And now we want to know what you think. There have certainly been a few highs...
  
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• TomNorton commented Shocking video published of cyclist hit and run in Nottingham

  03-02-2016 16:26
  
  Police say they have been unable to prosecute a driver who ran into a cyclist despite an online video which appeared to capture the incident.A YouTube video, taken at the BBC Island near London Road, shows a 4x4 accelerating into the back of a cyclist who recorded the entire incident on camera. The biker is thrown off his seat lying in the road, with film from both the front and rear. The author of the video, "Reginald Scot", leaves a message at the end of his video, filmed on...
  
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• JonPritchard published Now booking: Jools Holland, Deacon Blue, Nigel Kennedy and...

  03-02-2016 16:18
  
  Tickets for a number of high profile gigs at the Royal Concert Hall will go on sale on Friday. Jools Holland is bringing his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra to the venue in November, while Deacon Blue will also be visiting in the same month. Maverick violinist Nigel Kennedy will be performing in May, while tickets to catch Sean Lock's Keep It Light tour on November 17 and The Bootleg Beatles on December 5 are already on sale. Jools Holland will be supported by The Selecter's Pauline Black and...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Today's top stories on Wednesday, February 3, 2016

  03-02-2016 16:03
  
  Here are the most popular stories making the news today at nottinghampost.com.1: Nottingham Forest talking point: Dougie Freedman needs help from his paymastersThere are times in football when what happens on the field becomes secondary to what happens off it.2: 30 pictures of things you could do in Nottingham back in the 90s but can't nowWe hunted back through the Post's archives to find a bunch of pictures of things that we all could do back in the glorious 90s, but are no longer possible.3:..
  
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• DanRussell published Prince Harry visits sports apprentices at Trent Bridge Cricket...

  03-02-2016 16:01
  
  Prince Harry has returned to Nottingham for the fourth time in the last three years - but this time he visited county's home of cricket.The top secret appearance was captured by the Post as he entered Trent Bridge at around 2pm on Wednesday.Before he arrived at the ground, apprentices from Team Nottingham, a new joint initiative between sports clubs across the county funded by the Royal Foundation, were also seen arriving with rugby balls, cricket bats, footballs and hockey sticks.Apprentice...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest legend Stuart Pearce will come out of...

  03-02-2016 15:54
  
  Nottingham Forest legend Stuart Pearce will come out of retirement for one game this Saturday. It has been confirmed the 53-year-old former Reds player and manager will play for Longford AFC, who are dubbed 'the worst team in the country', in the team's home game against Smiths Athletic in the Gloucestershire Northern Senior League Division Two. Pearce signed for the club last Thursday – 14 years after retiring – and their manager Nick Dawe said: "I am pleased to confirm...
  
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• JemmaPage published ​Have you seen missing Lee Pettit of Nottingham?

  03-02-2016 15:21
  
  Have you seen missing 42-year-old Lee Pettit?He was last seen leaving a cafe along Goldsmith Street, Nottingham, on Wednesday morning.Officers are concerned for his safety and are urging anyone with knowledge of his whereabouts to get in touch.Lee is a white man, around 6ft 3in tall and of slim build. He has short mousey-coloured hair and blue eyes.If you can help call police on 101 quoting incident number 059 of 3 February.
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Five places to celebrate Pancake Day in Nottingham

  03-02-2016 14:56
  
  Shrove Tuesday is one of the true foodie highlights on the calendar when it comes round each February.This year, the day will be celebrated next Tuesday, on February 9 and if you're looking for somewhere in Nottingham to get your pancake fix, we've picked out five places across the city that'll make sure your cravings are catered for.1: Jo's Pancake House147 Ilkeston Road, Nottingham.Where is it? Located in Lenton, the restaurant serves American pancakes and French crepes and can be found on...
  
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• NottmPostEG published 'Rock City will make a good band a great band' says Huey Morgan...

  03-02-2016 14:52
  
  If you're over the age of 30, chances are you will not have escaped the 1996 phenomenon Scooby Snacks by the Fun Lovin' Criminals. Steve Haines spoke to Huey Morgan ahead of their Rock City date...The album that track was from, Come Find Yourself, stayed in the UK charts for an astonishing two years. Now two decades later, the band are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the album by going on tour and playing the album in its entirety. Charismatic frontman Huey Morgan explains why he is not only
  
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• NottmPostEG published Nottingham Jazz Diary with Jeanie Barton: February 5 to 11

  03-02-2016 14:44
  
  Make a date with Double Take (guitarists John Illingworth and Steve Rodda) and enjoy their gypsy-bossa-Blue Note sounds at Stray's Tapas and Jazz Night in Newark on Friday February 5 from 7pm, book a table on 01636 700 597. On Sunday February 7, two more ladies in jazz play at The Lion, 44 Mosley St, Basford from 1.30-3.30pm; Deb Mawby on saxes, Paul Deats on keys, Steve Truman on upright bass and Sophie Fishwick on drums comprise DELI, who play many original tunes inspired by some of the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Jocelyn Rae set to play Fed Cup doubles for Great Britain

  03-02-2016 14:11
  
  Arnold's Jocelyn Rae will be playing doubles for Great Britain in the Fed Cup as they bid to win promotion from the Euro/Africa Zone Group 1. The 24-year-old will partner Anna Smith in a tie against South Africa in Israel tomorrow. British No.2 Heather Watson and Katie Swan will play in the singles matches, while Nottingham's Freya Christie is also with the team. All eyes will be on Rae's team-mate Swan, who will become the youngest-ever British player in Fed Cup history when she plays...
  
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• Rae inspired by GB Davis Cup win

  03-02-2016 13:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jocelyn Rae says Great Britain's Davis Cup triumph last November is proving an inspiration for the Fed Cup team.
  
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