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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest must be patient with highly rated striker Tyler...

  26-02-2016 23:30
  
  Nottingham Forest still need to be patient with Tyler Walker, says boss Dougie Freedman. The teenage striker is expected to be part of the squad that faces Bristol City at the City Ground. But, while he believes he has a very bright future ahead of him, Freedman is wary over the level of expectation being lumped on the shoulders of Walker. "It is not confidence with Tyler, as such. There is a lot of expectation on Tyler, because he has the name, because he is young and exciting,"...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest: The tough question Dougie Freedman must find...

  26-02-2016 23:13
  
  Sometimes the simplest questions are the most difficult to answer. In the case of Dougie Freedman, that is certainly the case. On Saturday afternoon, as his Nottingham Forest team face a revived Bristol City side, the biggest challenge facing the manager is glaringly obvious. It is, after all, the most basic requirement of football – he must find a way to cajole a few more goals from the Reds; to inspire a little more attacking threat. A frustrating evening at Burnley perfectly...
  
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• DanRussell published Two taken to hospital after house fire

  26-02-2016 23:08
  
  Two people were taken to hospital following a house fire. The blazeat a house in Maples Street, Hyson Green, started at roughly 3.42pm on Friday.Four fire engines were called to the scene and the flames were brought under control by 7pm. One man and one woman were taken to hospital.
  The condition of the people involved is currently unknown.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Panthers 1 Belfast Giants 5: Match report

  26-02-2016 23:00
  
  Nottingham Panthers missed the chance to close to within four points of Elite League leaders Cardiff Devils after they lost 5-1 to Belfast Giants. Panther dominated the first period at the National Ice Centre, but only had Juraj Kolnik's 29th goal of the season to show for their efforts. The Giants grew into the game thereafter and levelled through David Rutherford early in the third, Panthers conceding their first goal in 196.51 minutes of play. Further goals for Mike Radja, Craig...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest will not 'blow every penny' when the embargo is...

  26-02-2016 21:44
  
  Nottingham Forest must spend wisely when they emerge from their Financial Fair Play transfer embargo says Dougie Freedman, who insists he will not rush out and "blow every penny available" when it is lifted. The Reds boss believes valuable lessons have been learned from their time operating under the embargo and feels Forest have not only proved that good players can be signed on a budget, but that they have also seen their team spirit boosted by coming through the challenges posed...
  
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• DanRussell commented Bianca Claxton misses out on Eurovision dream

  26-02-2016 21:32
  
  Gunthorpe singer Bianca Claxton's dream to represent the country at the Eurovision Song Contest has come to an end. The 25-year-old performed her song Shine A Little Light at the final of the UK heat of the competition on Friday night. She took to the stage in front of thousands to compete against five other acts who were also hoping for the same honour.
  Joe and Jake were picked by the public as the overall winners.The competition held at O2 Kentish Town Forum in London was shown as part...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Ray Trew has signed confidentiality agreement with Alan Hardy...

  26-02-2016 20:37
  
  Notts County owner Ray Trew and Alan Hardy have signed a non-disclosure agreement allowing them to stage meaningful discussions over a potential takeover at Meadow Lane by the Nottinghamshire businessman, the Post understands. The two men are believed to be far apart in their valuation of the club, despite ongoing talks for two months, with Trew understood to be wanting between £8m and £10m to sell up. But the signing of the legal contract shows Hardy, who owns The...
  
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• Nottingham Post published "It wasn't administration it was liquidation": Notts...

  26-02-2016 20:17
  
  "I think everyone that was around on Saturday got the sense...," said chief executive Julian Winter, rewinding to the start of a septic six days at Notts County, before trailing off. "There was kind of an undercurrent on Saturday, that's the way I would describe it. "I felt it at the start of the game and I don't know whether the goal triggered a response, goals do. "But it was a response that I hadn't experienced before, certainly not here and probably not in my...
  
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• LucyBudge published Mother's Day 2016: Mum's group hopes to empower women

  26-02-2016 19:40
  
  The countdown to Mother's Day is on, so sons and daughters are pulling out all the stops to impress their mums on March 6.But for one Nottingham mum the day is about more than flowers and chocolates – it's about the empowerment of women.Shweta Saxena, mum-of-one and founder of non-profit women's group Notts Mums, is tying International Women's Day and Mothering Sunday together in an event called WoMum Empowerment.The 33-year old said: "We have organised a special event on March 7,...
  
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• RachelGorman published WATCH: Mystery leak has been flooding city street for more than a...

  26-02-2016 19:34
  
  Streams of water have been running down a city road for more than a year - but mystery surrounds the cause of the leak. Sandra Newham first noticed the flood, on the A610 in Nuthall, back in 2014. Overflowing drains had created a constant stream of water flow down a 15 metre stretch of road - making the grass verge sodden and muddy.For testing onlyTwo weeks ago, the great-grandmother became so frustrated by the problem she decided to get to the root...
  
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• RachelGorman commented WATCH: Mystery leak has been flooding city street for more than a...

  26-02-2016 19:34
  
  Streams of water have been running down a city road for more than a year - but mystery surrounds the cause of the leak. Sandra Newham first noticed the flood, on the A610 in Nuthall, back in 2014. Overflowing drains had created a constant stream of water flow down a 15 metre stretch of road - making the grass verge sodden and muddy.For testing onlyTwo weeks ago, the great-grandmother became so frustrated by the problem she decided to get to the root...
  
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• rsherdley published 600 shocking videos of child porn found on Hucknall man's...

  26-02-2016 19:26
  
  More than 600 shocking videos of child porn were found on a man's computer, one featuring a two-year-old.Shaun Proctor said he had been sharing movies online when he was sent the illegal videos in the process, and viewed them.On Friday, February 26, he was sentenced to a total of 12 months when he appeared at Nottingham Crown Court.The 36-year-old, who had no previous convictions or cautions, pleaded guilty to making and possessing indecent photos.On his release from jail he must sign the sex...
  
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• rsherdley commented 600 shocking videos of child porn found on Hucknall man's...

  26-02-2016 19:26
  
  More than 600 shocking videos of child porn were found on a man's computer, one featuring a two-year-old.Shaun Proctor said he had been sharing movies online when he was sent the illegal videos in the process, and viewed them.On Friday, February 26, he was sentenced to a total of 12 months when he appeared at Nottingham Crown Court.The 36-year-old, who had no previous convictions or cautions, pleaded guilty to making and possessing indecent photos.On his release from jail he must sign the sex...
  
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• TracyWalker published Grab a pizza street fashion at Suede Bar

  26-02-2016 19:08
  
  A fashion label and a city pizza place have come up with a tasty partnership. Some Kind of Nature (SKON) has been hosting a pop-up shop at Suede Bar, in Heathcoat Street, Hockley. It continues on Saturday, when anyone who pops into Suede between noon and 6pm can hang out, eat pizza, play retro video games - including some hooked up to a giant Gameboy – and buy fabulous streetwear from SKON. The shop, which sells hoodies, jackets, T-shirts, sweaters, hats and accessories, was open for...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Rugby v London Scottish: Team news

  26-02-2016 19:04
  
  Nottingham Rugby head coach Martin Haag has made three changes to his starting XV for Sunday's visit of London Scottish Lady Bay (3pm). Fly-half Lawrence Rayner replaces the injured Dan Mugford, whil Pila Iongi makes his first appearance in over a month, with the winger last featuring at Cornish Pirates back in mid-January. Josh Skelcey is the back to make way for Iongi, as Sam Coghlan Murray switches from the left, to the right wing, to accommodate the Tongan international. Only one...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts star James Taylor: I don't feel any pressure over England...

  26-02-2016 19:00
  
  James Taylor insists he does not feel under pressure to hold on to his Test place as he looks to start next season with a bang. The Nottinghamshire batsman forced his way back into the England team after a three year absence over the winter, hitting 76 in the final Test against Pakistan before playing in all four games against South Africa. Taylor scored 70 and 42 in the first match and although England secured a fine series win, he could not get past 30 in the remaining three Tests. That...
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest want to put a display on for the fans against...

  26-02-2016 18:58
  
  Nottingham Forest can still make a push for the top six – but must prove their credentials against Bristol City. That was the message today from confident Gary Gardner, who says Dougie Freedman's side must take belief from their recent 13-match unbeaten run. Consecutive defeats at home to Huddersfield and at Burnley have dampened the mood among fans. But Gardner insists there is still plenty of positivity in the dressing room. "We still believe we can make a push for the top six...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Can newspapers and websites have a long and happy life together?

  26-02-2016 18:50
  
  Night Editor Peter Pheasant looks at if newspapers and websites can have a long and happy life together.I stumbled recently upon a cracking newspaper article in which celebrated atheist Richard Dawkins attacked feminists, Islam and faith schools and was equally forthright on issues of transgender, abortion and euthanasia.In less civilised lands he would have paid with his life for such views. Like or loathe them, it was a fine piece of newspaper journalism: a manifesto for free speech in...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Ronan Murray aims to step up for Notts County as Ray Trew steps...

  26-02-2016 18:33
  
  As Ray Trew steps down, Ronan Murray is hoping to step up for Notts County. The 24-year-old striker insists the shock decision by Trew to put the club up for sale and quit as chairman on the eve of the Magpies' League Two clash at Plymouth Argyle has not been a distraction to the players. And he is eager to be in the starting line-up for Notts at Home Park, after coming off the substitutes' bench and scoring his first goal of the season at Accrington in midweek. "I'm obviously...
  
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• DanRussell published Ofsted rate Westdale Pre-School 'outstanding' after 10 years hard...

  26-02-2016 18:32
  
  After 10 years of hard work and determination a city pre-school has finally be rated "outstanding" by inspectors. Ofsted visited Westdale Pre-School and rated it in the top category in all areas. To celebrate the achievement staff at the Westdale Lane pre-school invited MP Vernon Coaker to visit. Manager Wendy Reilly said she could not believe the rating. She said: "This has been 10 years work and we have tried very hard and over the years there has been so many changes...
  
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• RachelGorman published Most shared stories: Friday, February 26

  26-02-2016 18:24
  
  The weekend is finally here - hurrah! So what stories were helping you get through the Friday afternoon slump today? Well quite a variety by all accounts. There was the news that a giant Gameboy had been installed in pizza bar Suede and pedants were getting their knickers in a twist about greengrocer's apostrophes...Scroll down to see our five most shared stories on social media today...Police to patrol city centre this weekend with sniffer dog (509 shares)Police will patrol the city centre this
  
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• DanRussell published Men raid Costcutter and take cash and vodka

  26-02-2016 18:05
  
  Nottinghamshire Police is appealing for witnesses following a robbery at shop. The raid took place at Costcutter in Clifton on Thursday evening. Two men entered the shop at around 7pm and demanded money from the till. Nobody was injured in the robbery and the two men fled with a quantity of cash and a number of bottles of vodka. They turned left out of the shop and made their escape on foot in the direction of Listowel Crescent. Anyone with any information is asked to call...
  
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• LucyBudge published Radio 1 DJ Alice Levine to host Nottingham Fashion Week

  26-02-2016 17:50
  
  Beeston-born DJ Alice Levine will be hosting the first Nottingham Fashion Week – which is expected to bring in 2,000 style fans from across the country. The 29-year-old, who hosts a weekend slot on BBC Radio 1, will be taking to the catwalk as part of the week-long event. This is the first official fashion week for the city and has been organised on the back of the success of 48 Hours of Fashion. It will take place from Friday, April 22 until Saturday, April 30 in various locations...
  
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• RachelGorman published Nottingham weather: Whatever you do, don't forget your woollies...

  26-02-2016 17:37
  
  We may have seen daffodils blooming in December but now it seems winter is well and truly here - with temperatures dropping into the minuses.Saturday will be cloudy but dry with the Met Office predicting only a ten percent chance of rain.Early risers will be treated to a particularly fresh start with temperatures hovering around the -3C between 6am and 8am.It will stay below freezing until midday when temperatures will rise, to a still chilly, 1C. They will then drop below 0C again from 8pm.It..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Where can I watch the Six Nations and League Cup final in...

  26-02-2016 17:20
  
  This weekend has a bumper sporting line-up, with England and the other home nations in action in the Six Nations, Arsenal's Premier League visit to Man Utd and the League Cup final between Man City and Liverpool.No doubt many Nottingham residents will be hoping to tune in, so here are a few local spots to catch the action.RugbyMajor Oak- 24-26 Pelham RoadThe recently refurbished Major Oak, is just off of the main square in the city centre of Nottingham and will be hosting many major games...
  
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• RachelGorman published Gunthorpe Bridge closed in both directions following two car...

  26-02-2016 16:47
  
  Commuters could be in for a long journey home this evening with Gunthorpe Bridge closed in both directions following a two car crashon Friday.Police were called to the incident at 2.50pm and diversions are now in place.One of the drivers was taken to the Queen's Medical Centre for treatment - it is not known how serious her injuries are.
  
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• NottmPostEG published Is 'the King Billy' Nottingham's best pub?

  26-02-2016 16:44
  
  A 19th-century pub is pulling ale aficionados to an unfashionable quarter of Nottingham. Jeremy Lewis visits the King William IV If you were to nominate the least promising setting for a Nottingham public house, the King William IV would get the vote. You will find it in the unlovely block bounded by Manvers, Eyre and Sneinton Streets and Carlton Road. On one side, a tyre and exhausts business. On the other, a close-up view of the City Transport depot. In Carlton Street, the boarded-up Fox...
  
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• LucyBudge commented Secrets of gay sauna in Nottingham revealed in TV documentary

  26-02-2016 16:38
  
  A Nottingham gay sauna will feature in a 'reveal-all' documentary which will be seen by millions. CS2, in Lennox Street, off Lower Parliament Street, which has been open for just over four years, is frequented by dozens of gay and bi-curious men every week. Now, owners and long-term partners Joe Corr and John Gains are giving television viewers the chance to see inside this secretive and discreet world. Secrets of the Sauna, which will be broadcast at 10.30pm on Wednesday on Channel 4,...
  
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• VIDEO: Winter reveals Notts County discontent

  26-02-2016 16:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Chief executive Julian Winter says Notts County are "disunited" after a turbulent week and says everyone must work together.
  
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• TomNorton published Patients to help shape Nottingham's future of dementia services

  26-02-2016 16:37
  
  Dementia patients and families are being given their chance to influence the support that others receive.Nottinghamshire and Nottingham Healthwatch, who investigate patient concerns, have launched a joint project to discover how the news has been broken to those given a diagnosis.The consultation, which continues until April, was prompted by recent comments that suggested some patients were not getting the support when they first received the news.Participants will have their views passed...
  
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• TracyWalker published Jessie J, Laura Whitmore, Bjork, Naomi Campbell and other stars...

  26-02-2016 16:30
  
  Top celebrities have been lining up to wear designs that have been printed right here in Nottinghamshire. Tracy Walker finds out more about one firm's successWe may hear about the big designer names like Versace, Armani and Prada. But what about the people behind the scenes, who help their garments come to life? Clothvsona, based in Forest Road, Annesley Woodhouse, provides digitally printed fabrics to suppliers to the high street as well as the haute couture market. The firm has...
  
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• TomNorton published Giant fundraiser for Nottingham cancer research gets trending on...

  26-02-2016 16:30
  
  A giant hokey-cokey, fancy dress bus trips, boxing and cake sales were just some of the imaginative ways fundraisers made money for a leading cancer research centre in Nottingham.On Friday, students and businesses took part in 1in2 Day to help the John van Geest Cancer Research Centre. The centre, at Nottingham Trent University's Clifton campus, is at the cutting edge of research, working on vaccines and treatments for the disease. Companies including Nottingham City Transport, Scientific...
  
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• Notts eye Windies all-rounder Russell

  26-02-2016 15:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottinghamshire have held talks to sign West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell to play Twenty20 cricket next season.
  
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• LucyBudge published University of Nottingham students start competition to sell the...

  26-02-2016 13:12
  
  Students are being encouraged to sell their unwanted belongings on eBay as part of a new campaign. The online marketplace is teaming up with the University of Nottingham to hold the first ever eBay cup – where students can compete to sell the most between February 29 and April 9 in a bid to win £3,000 cash. The winner will also scoop a week's work experience with eBay at its head office and £500 to spend on the site. Will Weightman, director of consumer selling at eBay,...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published A woman remains in hospital after Netherfield crash and four...

  26-02-2016 13:09
  
  Following an incident in Netherfield earlier this week, a woman remains in hospital, while Ray Trew wants up to £10m as he looks to sell Notts County and meet the woman who hates bad grammar and wants to stamp it out. Here are Friday's most popular stories at nottinghampost.com. 1: Woman in hospital after crash at Nottinghamshire retail park A woman is still in hospital after being hit by a car and the incident happened on Tuesday, February 23, at around 3.30pm. 2: Ray Trew wants...
  
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• JonPritchard published Eurovision Song Contest: Kylie Minogue backs Notts Eurovision...

  26-02-2016 13:05
  
  Gunthorpe singer Bianca Claxton has been given the thumbs up from Kylie Minogue ahead of the Eurovision final tonight. The Aussie star tweeted her support for the 25-year-old, who is in the final six to represent the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest in Stockholm in May. She urged her 2.3 million followers to support former Parade member Bianca and her song Shine A Little Light, which has been produced by Kylie's producer Biffco. Help amazing @Biffco (my producer LAFS, LY, IYE +)...
  
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• JonPritchard published Grantchester star James Norton on his big year as stock rises...

  26-02-2016 12:58
  
  With War And Peace in the bag, Happy Valley currently terrifying viewers and a new series of Grantchester returning, James Norton is headed for another big year. Keeley Bolger meets the actor to discuss work nerves, facing feedback and being better looking on screen If ever James Norton was ever to become a diva, now would be the time to do so. From the brooding hero of BBC One's recent all-out adaptation of War And Peace and psychopathic Tommy in the chilling Happy Valley, to the spurned...
  
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• Nottingham Post published 'Bronze figure of Winston Churchill being sold in Nottingham...

  26-02-2016 12:30
  
  A rare bronze figure of Winston Churchill is going goes under the auctioneer's hammer in Nottingham, as Nigel Kirk reports.Once in a while an object or work of art from the recent past arrives at Mellors & Kirk which is not only thought-provoking in itself but can affect how we think about current events. I don't for a minute claim to have discovered this phenomenon, but it is worth exploring because it helps answer that old chestnut about art: What's the point of it? Few would deny that...
  
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• JonPritchard published Emmerdale role for Television Workshop's latest star Rosie...

  26-02-2016 12:30
  
  At just 14, Rosie Bentham's CV already reads like that of a well-travelled actor. Oklahoma, Fiddler on the Roof, Sound of Music and the lead role in Annie are all there on her curriculum vitae, but her latest role is the biggest of the lot. In December, the Nottingham Emmanuel School student took over the role of Gabby Thomas in Emmerdale. "I was out shopping with my mate when I found out I'd got the role," she says. "I was jumping around in Boots. It was...
  
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• JemmaPage published Can you give these three cute Boxer dogs a home?

  26-02-2016 12:30
  
  The Notts & Yorkshire Boxer Rescue received 20 neglected dogs in just nine weeks. Here are three of the canines who are still looking for a home. Can you help?Ollie, three: I'm deaf so would need an extra special owner who has previous experience and willing to put in some commitment. I also love other dogs.Molly, seven: I would live a home with older children. I'm loving and still playful but I've piled on the pounds through lack of exercise and too many treats so I need a better diet and..
  
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• JemmaPage published Boxer dog rescue centre takes in more than 20 neglected canines...

  26-02-2016 12:30
  
  A small rescue centre for boxer dogs is urging the public to open their hearts and homes to a pet – after more than 20 neglected canines were dropped off on its doorstep in just nine weeks. The Notts & Yorkshire Boxer Rescue, which opened in 2005, is run by a group of friends and instead of having a static premises, they keep their dogs in kennels and foster homes across the counties until they can be permanently re-homed.
  Here are three dogs who are in need of a new home.It costs...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts County sale latest: Chief executive reveals interested...

  26-02-2016 12:28
  
  Notts County chief executive Julian Winter today revealed he has received phone calls from people interested in buying the club in the last 24 hours. The Magpies were yesterday put up for sale by owner Ray Trew, who also stood down as chairman. Nottinghamshire-based businessman Alan Hardy is understood to have been in talks with the club about a potential Meadow Lane takeover for several weeks. Winter said he has never met or spoken to Hardy, who owns The Nottinghamshire Golf, Hotel &...
  
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• LucyBudge published When is Nottingham Fashion Week and what can I see?

  26-02-2016 12:28
  
  The first ever Nottingham Fashion Week will be spreading great style across the city this spring. It will take place from Friday, April 22 to Saturday, April 30, in a variety of locations in Nottingham. To kick start the week-long event, there will be a Nottingham Indie Fashion Showcase, held by the Creative Quarter, in the Lace Market. This will be inspired by Nottingham's status as the City of Literature and will take place from the Friday to Sunday, April 23. New College Nottingham will...
  
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• WW2 veteran gets Legion d'honneur

  26-02-2016 12:26 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A World War Two veteran, originally from Nottingham, is awarded France's highest honour for his role in the D-Day landings.
  
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• Nottingham Post published How can I watch the Oscars 2016?

  26-02-2016 12:22
  
  Fancy tuning in to watch the 2016 Oscars ceremony? It might be the occasion when fan favourite Leonardo Di Caprio gets his first ever Academy Award and will guarantee a star-studded spectacle in Los Angeles, California. But we're not all fortunate enough to be walking down the red carpet to attend the glittering ceremony alongside the likes of hopeful Eddie Redmayne, star of the Danish Girl.So we might want to tune in from the comfort of our sofa. The awards take place on Sunday,...
  
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• JonPritchard published McDonald's restaurant bans under 18s - would this be a good move...

  26-02-2016 12:21
  
  A McDonald's has banned under 18s from eating in the restaurant after a spate of anti-social behaviour. Police advised the fast food chain to stop allowing customers under the age of 18 into the restaurant after complaints about loutish behaviour. The franchise owner at the store in Stoke-on-Trent banned under 18s from eating in at the restaurants, sparking a national debate about teens visiting the popular fast food chain. Jerry Nicholls, who owns a number of McDonald's in the Nottingham...
  
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• JonPritchard published Jake Bugg reveals details of new album On My One to be released...

  26-02-2016 11:28
  
  Jake Bugg's return has been confirmed with the announcement of his new album, One My One, which will be released in June. The first single from the Clifton singer's third album is Gimme The Love, which will be released on April 15. The track was featured as the Hottest Record In The World on Radio 1 on Thursday night. The star said the album was recorded and produced mostly by himself, leading to the title, On My One. "In a lot of ways it sums up this record because it mainly...
  
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• TomNorton published Youth arrested in connection with serious sexual assault near...

  26-02-2016 11:16
  
  Police have arrested a young man in connection with a sex attack that took place near one of Nottingham's major shopping centres. The male youth, aged under 18, was arrested and bailed pending further enquiries. The attack took place on Sunday afternoon in a courtyard area off the junction of Collin Street and Maid Marian Way. Police cordoned the area throughout Monday while an investigation took place. The courtyard is a short distance from the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre, Central...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Deal set to make Nottingham UK's most China-friendly city

  26-02-2016 11:09
  
  Nottingham is due to reach a historic deal with and its sister city of Ningbo in China to become the first UK and Chinese authorities to embark on a five year agreement to develop closer trade, civic, cultural and educational ties. It forms part of the Nottingham's ambition to be the UK's most China-friendly city. The Nottingham - Ningbo deal is being struck at a UK and China Government to Government conference (called JETCO) being hosted in Birmingham by the Secretary of State for Business,...
  
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• JenniferScott published Anne Reid at Nottingham Playhouse: Review

  26-02-2016 10:43
  
  It is not often you get a genuine British treasure take to the stage to share her life with you, but on Thursday night, Anne Reid gave us that pleasure. Whether you know her from Victoria Wood's Dinner Ladies, the hit TV show Last Tango In Halifax, or as the voice of Wallace's girlfriend in A Close Shave, the stateswoman of culture for this country is much loved, and with much reason. The actress showed us another side to her talents, providing us with an evening of song chosen from her...
  
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