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• Belfast Giants 1 Nottingham Panthers 3 (4-7 on agg): Match report - Nottingham Post

  28-03-2016 23:57
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  Belfast Giants 1 Nottingham Panthers 3 (4-7 on agg): Match report
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  Nottingham Panthers set up a semi-final against Fife Flyers at play-off finals weekend after beating Belfast Giants 3-1 in their quarter-final second leg, 7-4 on aggregate. Despite narrowly beating Belfast Giants on Saturday, some Nottingham Panthers ...
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• BenIreland published Police confirm 'peaceful conclusion' to eviction row latest after...

  28-03-2016 23:33
  
  Supporters had gathered outside the former home of evicted Tom Crawford, who claimed to be inside the Carlton property for which he has fought a lengthy legal battle with bank Bradford and Bingley.Police say there has been a 'peaceful conclusion' to an incident where an evicted man said he had 'reclaimed' his former home.Tom Crawford was evicted from a house on Fearn Chase, Carlton, last year following a lengthy battle over his mortgage.On Easter Monday, March 28, he posted a video on YouTube on
  
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• BenIreland commented Police confirm 'peaceful conclusion' to eviction row latest after...

  28-03-2016 23:33
  
  Supporters had gathered outside the former home of evicted Tom Crawford, who claimed to be inside the Carlton property for which he has fought a lengthy legal battle with bank Bradford and Bingley.Police say there has been a 'peaceful conclusion' to an incident where an evicted man said he had 'reclaimed' his former home.Tom Crawford was evicted from a house on Fearn Chase, Carlton, last year following a lengthy battle over his mortgage.On Easter Monday, March 28, he posted a video on YouTube on
  
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• MattDavies published Belfast Giants 1 Nottingham Panthers 3 (4-7 on agg): Match report

  28-03-2016 22:32
  
  Nottingham Panthers set up a semi-final against Fife Flyers at play-off finals weekend after beating Belfast Giants 3-1 in their quarter-final second leg, 7-4 on aggregate.Despite narrowly beating Belfast Giants on Saturday, some Nottingham Panthers fans seemed apprehensive at best, resigned at worst, when it came to their chances of ending a two year exile from play-off finals weekend.They won the quarter-final first leg 4-3in a game that was perhaps a microcosm of their season. For much...
  
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• Nottingham Post published In Pictures: Notts County 0 - Wycombe Wanderers 0

  28-03-2016 20:21
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Notts County 'outstanding' in Wycombe draw, says boss Mark Cooper

  28-03-2016 20:07
  
  Mark Cooper hailed his Notts County players as "outstanding" as a much-improved performance saw them just fall short of victory against Wycombe. The Magpies had the better chances in the League Two clash at Meadow Lane, as they also kept their first clean sheet since the beginning of March. Two gilt-edged opportunities were squandered in the last 10 minutes when Izale McLeod lobbed wide when clean through on goal, before Haydn Hollis saw a header saved by Ryan Allsop in a 0-0...
  
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• Jonny Owen: "I Believe in Miracles has put Nottingham on the map" - Nottingham Post

  28-03-2016 19:47
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  Jonny Owen: "I Believe in Miracles has put Nottingham on the map"
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  The success of I Believe in Miracles has put Nottingham "on the map", says director Jonny Owen. His feature-length documentary about Nottingham Forest's famous back-to-back European Cup triumphs was the UK's highest-grossing sports film last year.
  

• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County 0 Wycombe Wanderers 0: Magpies player ratings

  28-03-2016 19:33
  
  Notts County produced a much improved performance to draw 0-0 with Wycombe at Meadow Lane on Monday. Here are the Magpies player ratings from reporter Leigh Curtis. Scott Loach: Made one good save to deny Max Kretzschmar, whose free-kick almost deceived him until he flung out an arm. 7 Wes Atkinson: Solid game from the ex-West Brom youngster, who did a good job of keeping Kretzschmar quiet. 7 Mike Edwards: Veteran defender returned to the side and helped keep a clean sheet at the age of...
  
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• Mansfield Town 2-2 Northampton Town

  28-03-2016 19:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mansfield's Matt Green scores twice but League Two leaders Northampton hit back to deny the 10-man Stags victory.
  
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• DanRobinson published Jonny Owen: "I Believe in Miracles has put Nottingham on the...

  28-03-2016 19:00
  
  The success of I Believe in Miracles has put Nottingham "on the map", says director Jonny Owen. His feature-length documentary about Nottingham Forest's famous back-to-back European Cup triumphs was the UK's highest-grossing sports film last year. More than 100,000 DVDs have been sold, with 65 percent of those outside the East Midlands. Jonny, who is a long-term partner with Nottingham actress Vicky McClure, said: "It's been great for the profile of the city across the UK...
  
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• DanRobinson published From Jake Bugg to GameCity: A look at Nottingham's creative...

  28-03-2016 19:00
  
  From Jake Bugg to Vicky McClure, Nottingham is building a glowing reputation as a cultural hotspot in the East Midlands. With more than 1,800 city businesses involved in the creative and digital industries, Dan Robinson investigates how important they are to our economy. Stand in the middle of Old Market Square on any given evening and you could find just about any type of music within a few minutes' walk. You could get a DIY punk band in a sweaty environment at the Chameleon Arts...
  
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• DanRobinson commented Jonny Owen: "I Believe in Miracles has put Nottingham on the...

  28-03-2016 19:00
  
  The success of I Believe in Miracles has put Nottingham "on the map", says director Jonny Owen. His feature-length documentary about Nottingham Forest's famous back-to-back European Cup triumphs was the UK's highest-grossing sports film last year. More than 100,000 DVDs have been sold, with 65 percent of those outside the East Midlands. Jonny, who is a long-term partner with Nottingham actress Vicky McClure, said: "It's been great for the profile of the city across the UK...
  
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• Tom Crawford 'reclaims' his home in Nottingham - ITV News

  28-03-2016 18:33
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  Tom Crawford 'reclaims' his home in Nottingham
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  A man recovering from cancer who was evicted from his home in Nottingham in a dispute with his mortgage lenders says he has 'reclaimed' it. Tom Crawford is currently on the property on Fearn Chase in Carlton. A number of his supporters are currently on ...and more »
  

• MattDavies published Can you name these Nottingham Forest players of the 1990s?

  28-03-2016 18:30
  
  Here's your chance to test your knowledge of Nottingham Forest players of the 1990s. Don't worry, we aren't just showing you photos of Stuart Pearce, Teddy Sheringham and Stan Collymore. You'll find flops and wastes of money mixed in with players who did a sterling job in Garibaldi red in our quiz. Whether it was the team which reached the FA Cup final, the one which finished third in the Premiership, or the rubbish that David Platt signed after Forest were relegated to the Championship,...
  
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• MattDavies commented Can you name these Nottingham Forest players of the 1990s?

  28-03-2016 18:30
  
  Here's your chance to test your knowledge of Nottingham Forest players of the 1990s. Don't worry, we aren't just showing you photos of Stuart Pearce, Teddy Sheringham and Stan Collymore. You'll find flops and wastes of money mixed in with players who did a sterling job in Garibaldi red in our quiz. Whether it was the team which reached the FA Cup final, the one which finished third in the Premiership, or the rubbish that David Platt signed after Forest were relegated to the Championship,...
  
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• Notts County 0-0 Wycombe Wanderers

  28-03-2016 18:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Notts County end a run of four losses with a goalless draw against promotion-chasing Wycombe Wanderers in League Two.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Mansfield Town 2 Northampton Town 2: Match report

  28-03-2016 18:19
  
  Matt Green bagged a double for Mansfield Town but they had to settle for a share of the spoils in the end as league leaders Northampton Town came from two goals down at Field Mill. Green's two first half headers looked to have condemned the out-of-sorts Cobblers to their first loss in the league since December, despite the Stags going down to ten men when Jamie McGuire was sent off in first half injury time. However after the break substitute Ricky Holmes pulled the first goal back for the...
  
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• MattDavies published Notts County 0 Wycombe Wanderers 0: Match report

  28-03-2016 17:59
  
  A much-improved Notts County kept their first clean sheet since the beginning of March as they scrapped to a goalless draw against Wycombe.Beaten 4-0 by Portsmouth on Good Friday, the Magpies were much more resolute and will reflect on a missed opportunity to claim all three points.They had the much the better of the chances at Meadow Lane with Adam Campbell going close in the first half when he was put clean through.Jon Stead also saw a shot blocked from a well worked corner routine while...
  
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• RAF Tornado in microlight 'near-miss'

  28-03-2016 17:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  An RAF fighter pilot left "little margin for error" in a near-miss with a landing microlight over Nottinghamshire, a report says.
  
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• BenIreland published Police presence in Carlton as Tom Crawford says he has 'reclaimed...

  28-03-2016 16:52
  
  Evicted man Tom Crawford says he has 'reclaimed' his former Nottinghamshire home by locking himself inside.The 64-year-old, who was evicted from the house on Fearn Chase, Carlton, last year following a lengthy battle over his mortgage, posted a video on YouTube on Monday, claiming he had taken back the house.Supporters of Mr Crawford turned up at the bungalow, offering warm clothes and food, while police were also called to the property.On Monday afternoon, several police cars were at the scene.
  
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• BenIreland commented Police presence in Carlton as Tom Crawford says he has 'reclaimed...

  28-03-2016 16:52
  
  Evicted man Tom Crawford says he has 'reclaimed' his former Nottinghamshire home by locking himself inside.The 64-year-old, who was evicted from the house on Fearn Chase, Carlton, last year following a lengthy battle over his mortgage, posted a video on YouTube on Monday, claiming he had taken back the house.Supporters of Mr Crawford turned up at the bungalow, offering warm clothes and food, while police were also called to the property.On Monday afternoon, several police cars were at the scene.
  
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• jonmattos commented Calls flooding in for the Nottingham Forest manager's job

  28-03-2016 16:37
  
  Fawaz Al Hasawi has been inundated with phone calls about the vacant manager's position at Nottingham Forest, the Post understands. But the Reds owner and chairman is believed to be in no rush to make a quick decision on who will succeed Dougie Freedman as the next manager of the Championship club. It is thought the Kuwaiti is still keen to employ someone with knowledge of the domestic game, despite last week meeting with Serbian Ivan Vukomanovic to talk with the former Standard Liege boss...
  
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• rsherdley published Gedling pub The Willowbrook marks anniversary of fire with...

  28-03-2016 16:30
  
  One year ago manager Charlie Blomeley was devastated when fire ripped through the Willowbrook pub, in Main Road, Gedling, after a £300,000 renovation. Her employers, brewery Castle Rock, had to start all over again, injecting a similar amount into buying new furniture and fittings, opening again on July 1 last year.The fire's anniversary next weekend will be turned into a positive as staff throw the fundraiser for The Fire Fighters Charity. Charlie, 41, is looking forward to collecting for
  
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• JemmaPage published Who really does the DIY in Nottingham homes? Men and women can't...

  28-03-2016 16:16
  
  When it comes to DIY in the home, men and women in Nottingham can't seem to agree who actually gets the work done. A survey, by trade vetting firm Checkatrade.com, quizzed 1,000 homeowners about their DIY habits. A quarter of women felt they did the majority of work in the home, while only four percent of men agreed. On the other hand, 56 percent of men reckoned they do all the hark work, while women put the figure at just 39 percent.The survey also uncovered a home-improvement boom...
  
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• EllieCullen published Take on Europe's tallest inflatable slide in Nottingham

  28-03-2016 16:00
  
  The Total Wipeout-style event - which includes a 5k obstacle course - will come to Wollaton Park in September.Thrill-seekers are being challenged to take on Europe's tallest inflatable slide when it arrives in Nottingham for the first time.A Total Wipeout-style event is to be held at Wollaton Park in September – featuring Britain's biggest obstacle course.The course will end on a high as participants take a trip down the 200ft-long 'Thriller' – a slide taller than three double decker
  
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• Nottingham Forest flashback: Pierre ​van Hooijdonk saga leaves bitter taste - Nottingham Post

  28-03-2016 15:22
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  Nottingham Forest flashback: Pierre ​van Hooijdonk saga leaves bitter taste
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  The lanky Dutchman is probably more famous for what he didn't do on the pitch than for what he did on it. But, while he will forever be remembered as the striker who went on strike, when Pierre van Hooijdonk did pull on a red shirt, he was outstanding.and more »
  

• BenIreland published Thieves steal from vehicles 13 times a day in Nottinghamshire

  28-03-2016 15:12
  
  There were nearly 5,000 reports to police of thefts from cars and vans in a year with tools, parts, electricals, cash and sat navs the most common haul. Ammunition, an animal, prams and toys were also nicked.
  Thieves continue to plague Nottinghamshire motorists, with 13 thefts from vehicles recorded every single day.There were nearly 5,000 reports of vehicles being broken into between February 2015 and January 2016 – with more than 20,000 items being taken from inside.Tools, vehicle parts.
  
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• JemmaPage published Daughter holds fundraiser after mum diagnosed with rare incurable...

  28-03-2016 14:56
  
  Just five months after finding out her mother had a rare incurable disease, Anna Walsh received the devastating news that she too had developed the faulty gene. The 34-year-old was left devastated after her mum, Christine, 72, was diagnosed with Huntington's disease – a neurodegenerative disorder that affects the brain and mobility – in January 2014. And after tests at Nottingham City Hospital, Anna was told she had inherited the gene – which causes brain damage over...
  
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• jonmattos commented Nottingham Forest flashback: Pierre ​van Hooijdonk saga leaves...

  28-03-2016 14:42
  
  The lanky Dutchman is probably more famous for what he didn't do on the pitch than for what he did on it. But, while he will forever be remembered as the striker who went on strike, when Pierre van Hooijdonk did pull on a red shirt, he was outstanding. At the start of the 1998/99 season, van Hooijdonk sent shockwaves through the world of football, as he refused to pull on his boots for the club. His protest was not over a demand for a new contract or over being denied a...
  
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• JemmaPage published Major Nottingham road partially closed after two people and dog...

  28-03-2016 14:23
  
  Two people and their dog have been rescued from a house fire in Canning Circus.Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to the blaze at 12.55pm on Bank Holiday Monday. Alfreton Road inbound to Nottingham was closed for an hour while officers dealt with the fire. A police and fire cordon remains in place on one lane. Firefighters from central and Stockhill fire station are currently in attendance. Trent Barton and Nottingham City Transport has said buses will be delayed...
  
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• JemmaPage commented Major Nottingham road partially closed after two people and dog...

  28-03-2016 14:23
  
  A joint investigation has launched into the cause of a fire after two people and a dog were saved from a flat at one of the busiest junctions to the city.Firefighters used a ladder to reach the first-floor of the Alfreton Road home to rescue a man, woman and Staffordshire Terrier overcome by smoke from a fire on the ground floor.Firemen found the residents had lain on their fronts in the building.Read more: Newark Castle grounds shut due to high windsThey were rescued through the right window at
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Donald Trump claims that England isn't a safe place

  28-03-2016 14:15
  
  US Presidential candidate Donald Trump has branded England as not a safe place to travel to.His comments come five days after the terror attacks in Brussels which killed at least 35 people in separate incidents at the city's main airport and Metro station, including David Dixon who is believed to have links to Nottingham.Mr Trump also said that Europe has some "very, very severe" problems while admitting that he didn't think America was a particularly safe place for Americans.Speaking in an...
  
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• jonmattos published ​Chris Cohen and six former Nottingham Forest players turn out...

  28-03-2016 13:54
  
  Nottingham Forest club captain Chris Cohen is in action on Easter Monday at Mark Noble's West Ham testimonial. The Reds star, who will hope to celebrate his own testimonial next season, has been picked as part of a West Ham All-Stars squad to take on the Hammers first team at Upton Park. Cohen, who recently came back from another long-term injury, is joined in the All-Stars team by five other former players that graced the City Ground in Marlon Harewood, Teddy Sheringham, Paul Konchesky,...
  
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• JemmaPage published ​The Lord-Lieutenant of Nottinghamshire appoints eight new...

  28-03-2016 13:41
  
  The Lord-Lieutenant of Nottinghamshire, Sir John Peace, has appointed eight new deputies. Dame Elizabeth Fradd, Michael Burrows, Susan Gorham, Edwin Maxwell MBE, His Honour Michael Stokes, Mark Goldby, Peter Johal and Robin Wilson have been appointed to assist Sir Peace in his role representing the Queen in the county. Sir Peace said: "The new deputy lieutenants are from a wide variety of backgrounds and their skills and experience will stand them in good stead when representing the...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Can you name these 11 Nottingham pubs by their interior?

  28-03-2016 13:25
  
  On a somewhat soggy bank holiday, we thought it was about time we had a little fun with some of the most popular ale houses in the city and give you some afternoon inspiration. Sneinton's King William IV has been claimed the gong for the best pub sign in the country, but can you work out which city pubs are featured in our midweek quiz, simply by a picture of their interior. With a public house on virtually every street throughout Nottingham, picking just 11 to test your general knowledge...
  
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• ​Why Nottingham Forest candidate spent only three months as a manager at Standard Liege - Nottingham Post

  28-03-2016 13:21
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  ​Why Nottingham Forest candidate spent only three months as a manager at Standard Liege
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  Jose Riga is pictured as Charlton boss at the City Ground in March 2014 and 11 months later he went back to Liege much... Belfast Giants 1 Nottingham Panthers 3 (4-7 on agg): Match report. Belfast Giants 1 Nottingham Panthers 3 (4-7 on agg): Match... 1.and more »
  

• JemmaPage published Newark Castle grounds closed due to high winds

  28-03-2016 12:48
  
  The grounds of Newark Castle have been closed as a safety precaution due to high winds. The landmark was shut on Saturday at about 2.30pm due to the weather and loose scaffolding, and has remained closed ever since. A spokeswoman said: "Due to high winds and loose scaffolding, Newark Castle grounds will be closed as a safety precaution until further notice." Unfortunately we are having to keep castle grounds closed until further notice. pic.twitter.com/3dyjXAMtb4—...
  
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• jonmattos published ​Why Nottingham Forest candidate spent only three months as a...

  28-03-2016 12:38
  
  Serbian Ivan Vukomanovic's name continues to be linked with a surprise appointment as Nottingham Forest's next manager, after the departure of Dougie Freedman, here we take a look at his three months in management to date: "His one job as a manager at Standard Liege lasted three months. Three months!" said Nottingham Forest European Cup winner Kenny Burns in dismay when asked about Ivan Vukomanovic. "It would be more than a gamble if Forest went and gave him the job, it would...
  
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• jonmattos commented ​Why Nottingham Forest candidate spent only three months as a...

  28-03-2016 12:38
  
  Serbian Ivan Vukomanovic's name continues to be linked with a surprise appointment as Nottingham Forest's next manager, after the departure of Dougie Freedman, here we take a look at his three months in management to date: "His one job as a manager at Standard Liege lasted three months. Three months!" said Nottingham Forest European Cup winner Kenny Burns in dismay when asked about Ivan Vukomanovic. "It would be more than a gamble if Forest went and gave him the job, it would...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Meet Nottinghamshire's staunch Eddie Stobart spotters

  28-03-2016 12:30
  
  Popular haulage firm Eddie Stobart has amassed a staunch following of fans known as 'Stobart spotters'.Stewart Thorpe meets some of Nottinghamshire's biggest Stobart supporters.You may have shouted 'Eddie' passing them on the motorway, or caught a glimpse of their adventures in the Channel 5 series Trucks & Trailers – but there is a passionate group of Eddie Stobart fans who have taken their interest much further.The haulage firm, which has more than 2,500 trucks in its fleet, has its.
  
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• JemmaPage published Planes sent to East Midlands Airport after failing to land at...

  28-03-2016 12:18
  
  Flights to London airports have been diverted to East Midlands Airport as Storm Katie wreaks havoc on the south. The English Channel has been experiencing hurricane-force winds of up to 105mph with gusts of up to 70mph on land, leading to bridge closures and flight diversions from Gatwick Airport.
  More than 20 Gatwick-bound flights had to be diverted to other airports, while Heathrow has cancelled more than 60.Read more: Met Office issues rain and wind weather warning across NottinghamshireAn...
  
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• JemmaPage published Bus timetables in Nottingham for Easter Monday 2016

  28-03-2016 11:52
  
  Buses will run to a Sunday timetable on Easter Monday.Services will be reduced on the Bank Holiday, with the addition of the W4 for anyone who needs to get to work at Boots.Read more: Trains back to normal after disruptions caused by flooding Grouprider tickets will be available at £4.50 all day and concessionary passes can be used for free travel without the 9.30am restrictions.
  For a full timetable visit nctx.co.uk.
  
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• JemmaPage published Trains back to normal after disruptions caused by flooding

  28-03-2016 11:48
  
  Trains are now running to timetable after heavy flooding caused delays and disruptions. East Midlands Trains on the London/St Pancras/Nottingham/Sheffield route were disrupted due to flooding near the railway in Clay Cross, which is between Derby and Chesterfield. Read more: Met Office issues rain and wind weather warning across Nottinghamshire A spokesman for East Midlands Trains said: "Our trains are now able to run normally. We are sorry for the delay to your journey this...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented Where can I watch England vs Holland in Nottingham?

  28-03-2016 11:43
  
  England will be looking to make it back-to-back wins when they face the Netherlands at Wembley on Tuesday night.Roy Hodgson's men came from behind to beat world champions Germany 3-2 in Berlin on Saturday, having found themselves trailing 2-0 thanks to goals from Toni Kroos and Mario Gomez.But a sterling comeback from the Three Lions, with goals from Harry Kane, Jamie Vardy and Eric Dier gave England a deserved win ahead of the European Championships in France in June.Read more: Sentiment won't.
  
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• JemmaPage published Former Olympic athlete Martin Gillingham backing campaign after...

  28-03-2016 11:33
  
  Former Olympic athlete Martin Gillingham is backing a campaign to fund life-saving heart research – after recently surviving a heart attack. The sports commentator, of Nottingham, is urging the public to get involved in the British Heart Foundation's latest initiative MyMarathon. The challenge is encouraging people to complete a 26.2 mile run at their own pace over the month of May to help accelerate the fight against heart disease. Gillingham, who represented Great Britain in the...
  
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• JemmaPage published ​Watch this six-year-old perform an Iron Maiden song to raise...

  28-03-2016 11:04
  
  The mum of a young boy fighting leukaemia is organising a weekend festival to raise money for charity. After treatment for leukaemia left young Rossi Starbrook unable to paddle in a pool, his mum decided to invest in a suit to help him go swimming again. The six-year-old was given a PICC-line, a tube used to give cancer patients medicines, last summer after being diagnosed with the rare acute lymphoblastic cancer in March 2014. But the flexible tube has to stay dry, meaning every-day...
  
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• TomNorton published Lives being put at risk by out of date medicine

  28-03-2016 11:01
  
  Residents are being urged to clear out their medicine cabinets after a survey suggested a quarter of us take out-of-date pills and prescriptions. A study of more than 400 residents found one in four people have taken or applied medicines that are out of date. More than one in ten admitted that they were risking their own health by taking expired medicines intentionally. Gordon Heeley, a pharmacist at LloydsPharmacy in Sneinton Road, Nottingham, said: "I'm frequently visited by...
  
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• JenniferScott published Traffic problems could scupper £2 million school expansion...

  28-03-2016 10:49
  
  A multi-million pound project to expand a junior school has a fight on its hands as local councillors claim the added traffic will cause mayhem for residents. Nottingham City Council wants to increase the number of places at Fernwood Primary and Nursery School in Arleston Drive, Wollaton, to help tackle the increasing pressure on the school in the leafy suburb. The £2 million scheme will see it grow from 840 pupils to 1,050, with two additional classrooms and the option of expanding...
  
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• jonmattos published Oliver Burke a great role model for Nottingham Forest's Alex...

  28-03-2016 10:47
  
  Nottingham Forest teenager Alex Iacovitti says Oliver Burke is showing him and all other young Scottish players 'what can be achieved'. Teenage winger Burke's impressive showings for the Reds this season in the Championship have led to him being called up to the full Scotland squad by boss Gordon Strachan for Tuesday night's friendly against Denmark. Burke and Celtic's Kieran Tierney were promoted from Scot Gemmill's under-19s side to get their chances to shine against the...
  
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• JemmaPage published Three lanes closed on M1 due to traffic incident

  28-03-2016 08:51
  
  Three lanes have been closed on the M1 due to a multi-vehicle collision near junction 26. The motorway northbound is blocked and traffic is stationary due to the incident, which happened on Monday morning, on the A610. Lanes one, two and three - of four - are closed and the motorway is blocked for the recovery of the vehicles involved.Road users are being diverted around the incident using the slip roads
  Normal traffic conditions are expected between 9.30am and 9.45am.
  
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