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• New Nottingham Forest Supporters' Trust set up to improve dialogue between the club and fans - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 23:50
  New Nottingham Forest Supporters' Trust set up to improve dialogue between the club and fans
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  A new body has been formed to help give more power to Forest fans when it comes to decisions facing the Reds and to "make the club great again". The Nottingham Forest Supporters Trust was officially formed on Thursday night at a public meeting.
  

• TracyWalker published New Nottingham Forest Supporters' Trust set up to improve...

  07-04-2016 23:20
  
  A new body has been formed to help give more power to Forest fans when it comes to decisions facing the Reds and to "make the club great again". The Nottingham Forest Supporters Trust was officially formed on Thursday night at a public meeting. Some 108 fans packed into a room at the Albert Hall where they heard about the powers available to supporters trusts - and listened to case studies including how a similar body helped to rescue Leicester City FC from administration. It...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Career best for Luke Wood as Nottinghamshire seal comfortable win...

  07-04-2016 21:40
  
  Luke Wood celebrated the maiden first class five wicket return of his career as Nottinghamshire sealed a comprehensive victory over Cambridge MCCU.Notts ended their pre-season programme with a 517-run triumph at Fenner's; Wood finishing with figures of 5-40.Notts declared on their overnight score of 170 for five, leaving the students needing 649 to win.But the hosts were bowled out for 131 in 43.5 overs, with Harry Gurney taking two wickets and one apiece for Jake Ball and Brett Hutton.The...
  
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• Nottingham Forest in talks with manager with 'Nottingham links', says Fawaz Al Hasawi - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 20:56
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  Nottingham Forest in talks with manager with 'Nottingham links', says Fawaz Al Hasawi
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  Fawaz Al Hasawi is in negotiations with a manager over taking charge of the Reds, with Nigel Pearson, Martin O'Neill and Nigel Clough all among the contenders. Nottingham Forest in talks with manager with 'Nottingham links', says Fawaz Al... X.
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• Nottingham Post published Mark Cooper admits Notts County have to learn to control games...

  07-04-2016 20:40
  
  Mark Cooper says he has "lots of work to do" to stop Notts Countyneedlessly surrendering possession. The Magpies boss has been impressed with his players' will to win of late, which has seen them take points from play-off chasing Wycombe Wanderers and champions in waiting Northampton Town. The 2-2 draw at Sixfields underlined how quickly the club is making strides under Cooper, whose side tackle Stevenage at Meadow Lane on Saturday. But the former Swindon and Peterborough...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest in talks with manager with 'Nottingham links',...

  07-04-2016 20:40
  
  Nottingham Forest are in negotiations with an experienced Championship manager with 'Nottingham links', says owner Fawaz Al Hasawi. The Reds chairman revealed there are two British bosses topping his shortlist – both of whom have connections with the city. Al Hasawi did not want to reveal the name of the man they have stepped up negotiations with most seriously – but it is understood Martin O'Neill, Nigel Clough and Nigel Pearson are all among the club's targets. O'Neill will...
  
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• 'No merger' at troubled ambulance trust

  07-04-2016 19:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A troubled ambulance trust in talks with a neighbouring service about working more closely together rules out a full merger.
  
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• JenniferScott commented The Grand National is almost here

  07-04-2016 19:36
  
  The countdown is on to the biggest race in the horse riding calendar – the Crabbie's Grand National.If you pick up a copy of Friday's Post, you can get your hands on a four page guide to the Aintree special, with all the runners, riders and predictions for the big day. And Ruby Walsh is hoping to secure a third win after the race gets going at 5.15pm.Successful on Papillon for his father, Ted, in 2000, Walsh struck on Hedgehunter for Willie Mullins in 2005 and now teams up with an old...
  
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• rsherdley commented ​The boss of a 'filthy' Pizza Hut fined £16,000 after...

  07-04-2016 19:13
  
  Franchisee Nadim Choudary was prosecuted over the state of the chain's Stapleford branch after a catalogue of hygiene issues including dirty units and food stuck to pizza wheels.Nottingham Crown Court heard that the self-made businessman still runs five Pizza Huts, with a £6 million total turnover, and has sold nine others.Originally from Kashmir, the 36-year-old pleaded guilty to charges under the Food Safety & Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013 and one offence under the Health and...
  
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• LynetteP published 12 amazing cocktails you can drink in Nottingham

  07-04-2016 19:00
  
  It's nearly the weekend and we know Nottingham ladies (and some of you chaps) like to celebrate with a a cocktail or two. Here's a few to whet your appetite. Rocket, TheCornerhouse, NottinghamNothing like the theatre of flaring to getyour night off to a good start. As well as the classics, the bar is always on the ball when it comes to new film releases at nearby Cineworld. Its most recent inventions were cocktails to mark the screening of the Batman vs Superman movie. As if that's not...
  
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• LucyBudge published Get the Eva Longoria Hollywood look in Nottingham

  07-04-2016 19:00
  
  Brunette bombshell Eva Longoria rocked a glamorous look for a star-studded party on Tuesday. The 41-year-old actress was papped on the red carpet at the Elizabeth Taylor White Diamonds 25th Anniversary celebration at The Glasshouses venue, in New York. Eva, who is most famous for her long-running role as Gabrielle Sollis in US television series Desperate Housewives, chose a silver strapless number for her celebrity appearance.The embellished ensemble was paired with a pair of pale pink...
  
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• JenniferScott published St George's Day celebrations to take over Old Market Square

  07-04-2016 19:00
  
  St George's Day is set to be the biggest yet as a raft of free events have been confirmed for the special occasion.On Saturday, April 23, Old Market Square will be taken over with everything from knights in armour to traditional crafts, celebrating the English saint. The entertainment will kick off at 10.30am, with storyteller Amanda Smith regaling the crowds with St George's tale, as well as helping make dragon puppets or swords in the craft area. Read more: Thousands parade through Nottingham.
  
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• TracyWalker published Explosion at petrol station 'caused by residual petrol fumes'

  07-04-2016 18:54
  
  Fire chiefs say an explosion at a former petrol station, which left a man requiring hospital treatment, may have been caused by residual petrol fumes.Emergency services were called to the site, in Tamworth Road, Long Eaton at around 12.30pm on Thursday.Officials from Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service say an investigation in conjunction with the Health and Safety Executive has begun.Read more: Man injured in explosion at former petrol stationA spokeswoman for the service said: "At 12.29pm...
  
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• JenniferScott published Bark in the Park is back and looking for a new canine champion!

  07-04-2016 18:53
  
  It is time to pamper your pooches and get them ready for their close up, as Bark in the Park is back!The annual competition, run by the Post, puts your canine chums in front of the camera and lets the pet lovers of Nottingham vote for their favourite, with big prizes to be won. This year, the contest is sponsored by The Vet in Wollaton, which offers a state of the art clinic in Glaisdale Drive West, Wollaton. Jenna Sandells, head nurse at the surgery, said: "We are delighted to be...
  
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• Fourth person arrested in Bulwell kidnap case - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 18:49
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  Fourth person arrested in Bulwell kidnap case
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  A fourth person has been charged with kidnap following an incident in Bulwell which resulted in a man needing hospital treatment. Granville Hugh Grant, of Mountbatten Close in West Bromwich, appeared before Nottingham magistrates on Wednesday ...
  

• TracyWalker published Fourth person arrested in Bulwell kidnap case

  07-04-2016 18:39
  
  A fourth person has been charged with kidnap following an incident in Bulwell which resulted in a man needing hospital treatment. Granville Hugh Grant, of Mountbatten Close in West Bromwich, appeared before Nottingham magistrates on Wednesday charged with the offence, which is said to have happened in Broad Eadow Road at around 4pm on Wednesday, March 30.He was remanded into custody until his appearance at Nottingham Crown Court on Tuesday, May 3. The 58-year-old will be joined there by...
  
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• Matt Everard signs new two-year deal with Nottingham Rugby - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 18:26
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  Matt Everard signs new two-year deal with Nottingham Rugby
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  The 25-year-old former Wasps and Leicester Tigers forward (pictured) has been a key figure for the Green and Whites this season. And he has also acted as stand-in captain, filling in for the sidelined Dan Montagu since early December. "I want to see ...
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• Nottingham Panthers duo relish Great Britain clashes with Poland - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 18:21
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  Nottingham Panthers duo relish Great Britain clashes with Poland
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  Nottingham Panthers forward Matthew Myers is currently on international duty with Great Britain as they prepare for the World Championship. Nottingham Panthers duo relish Great Britain clashes with Poland. X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link ...
  

• New police tactics cuts number of begging arrests in Nottingham - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 18:06
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  New police tactics cuts number of begging arrests in Nottingham
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  The number of arrests for begging offences in Nottingham has dropped to a quarter of its previous level in the last year as police use new methods to bring beggars to court. Arrests have dropped from 21 in 2014 to five last year, but authorities say ...and more »
  

• BenIreland commented New police tactics cuts number of begging arrests in Nottingham

  07-04-2016 18:00
  
  The number of arrests for begging offences in Nottingham has dropped to a quarter of its previous level in the last year as police use new methods to bring beggars to court.Arrests have dropped from 21 in 2014 to five last year, but authorities say there are still as many beggars as before being summoned before magistrates.It comes during a controversial city council-led campaign which asks people who give directly to beggars to instead donate their money to charities.Posters on city bins with..
  
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• TracyWalker commented Raiders forced open gates and safe before stealing seven cars...

  07-04-2016 17:57
  
  Thieves forced open locked gates and a safe containing car keys before making off with seven vehicles from a business in Bulwell. Police are appealing for information following the road at East Midlands Car Finance, a car credit company, in Kemmel Road, not far from Highbury Hospital. It happened between 4pm on Saturday, April 2 and 9.40am on Monday, April 4. Read more: Man injured in explosion at former petrol station Officers from Nottinghamshire Police say gates and a shutter were...
  
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• DanRobinson published Nottinghamshire businesses learn about exporting opportunities at...

  07-04-2016 17:51
  
  Exporting is "critical" to growing Nottinghamshire's economy, says a senior member of UK Trade & Investment (UKTI). Ian Harrison, who is East Midlands regional director for the Government department, believes there is a demand among local businesses for more overseas trading. He spoke as the Exporting is GREAT roadshow arrived in Old Market Square during a five-day regional tour on Thursday. More than 40 business leaders attended seminars inside a 32-tonne truck, known as the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Matt Everard signs new two-year deal with Nottingham Rugby

  07-04-2016 17:40
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• Nottingham Post published Non-league football round-up: Basford United target local support

  07-04-2016 17:38
  
  Basford United will look to secure a play-off place in Evo-Stik League First Division South on Saturday. Victory over Daventry Town at Greenwich Avenue would clinch their spot. And the club hope to see plenty of local support, with Nottingham Forest season ticket holders admitted for half price (£3), if they show their season ticket. "What we have achieved so far this season has been tremendous and a credit to the hard work of everyone," said Basford boss Martin...
  
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• Five places to enjoy a hot tub experience in Nottingham - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 17:36
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  Five places to enjoy a hot tub experience in Nottingham
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  Whether it be it be enjoying the heat in the middle of winter, or soaking up the sun outside in the spring and summer, the hot tub experience can be thoroughly enjoyable and very good for you. With May Bank Holiday looming - and the possibility of a ...
  

• LucyBudge published Watch the first Rogue One: A Star Wars Story teaser trailer

  07-04-2016 17:35
  
  Sci-fi fans have been given their first glimpse at the new Star Wars movie - Rogue One. Titled Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, the first teaser trailer was released on Thursday morning. The one minute, 38 second teaser shows us that there's a new lead character in town - with actress Felicity Jones taking on the role of rebel Jyn Erso. Watch it here:The movie is set in the Star Wars world just before the events of the original film A New Hope, with the plot following a rebel mission...
  
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• Man injured in explosion at former petrol station - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 17:22
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  Man injured in explosion at former petrol station
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  Police were called to what officers are describing as a "small" explosion at the former station in Tamworth Road, Long Eaton. Emergency services were called to the site shortly before 12.30pm on Thursday. Read more: Police called to collision on A52 ...and more »
  

• MP says Hillsborough families have 'a heartfelt sense of gratitude' to Nottingham for its support - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 17:06
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  MP says Hillsborough families have 'a heartfelt sense of gratitude' to Nottingham for its support
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  Shadow Home Secretary Andy Burnham has thanked the people of Nottingham for their support during the fight to get justice for the victims of the Hillsborough tragedy. The Liverpool-born politician has played a large part in the campaign to quash the ...
  

• Williams denies Forest exit rumours

  07-04-2016 17:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Paul Williams will not resign as Nottingham Forest boss and denies that chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi is picking the team.
  
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• JenniferScott commented MP says Hillsborough families have 'a heartfelt sense of...

  07-04-2016 16:48
  
  Shadow Home Secretary Andy Burnham has thanked the people of Nottingham for their support during the fight to get justice for the victims of the Hillsborough tragedy.The Liverpool-born politician has played a large part in the campaign to quash the original verdicts of accidental death following the disaster of April 15, 1989, that left 96 people dead and 766 others injured at a football match between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest. He has made regular visits to the two-year long inquest being.
  
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• JemmaPage published Dad turns to running - after double chin ruins once-in-a-lifetime...

  07-04-2016 16:30
  
  Dad Steve White decided to take to the tracks after his double chin ruined a once-in-a-lifetime selfie at Buckingham Palace.Steve and his wife Lisa, of Newark, have now gone from fat to fit – losing a combined total of 14st.The duo turned to running to shift the pounds – and they will be taking part in a 10-mile motorsport-themed race this June to celebrate.Participants of the Donington Summer Running Festival, staged by the organisers of the Great North Run, will be waved off by...
  
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• All You Need to Know about Nottingham St. George's Day Parade - West Bridgford Wire

  07-04-2016 16:24
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  All You Need to Know about Nottingham St. George's Day Parade
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  Nottingham's St. George's Day Parade takes place on Saturday 23rd April, here's the programme and last year's video. All You Need to Know about Nottingham St. George's Day Parade. Families, shoppers and visitors to Nottingham can enjoy one of ...
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• The Roots of England's batting line-up?

  07-04-2016 16:11 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Is Billy Root showing signs of joining older brother Joe in England's middle order after maiden century?
  
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• Nottingham's ATP event to return to Eastbourne in grass court season reshuffle - BBC News

  07-04-2016 15:09
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  Nottingham's ATP event to return to Eastbourne in grass court season reshuffle
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  Men's tennis will return to Eastbourne in 2017 as part of a reshuffle of the pre-Wimbledon grass court season. The ATP 250 event which is currently staged in Nottingham will move to Eastbourne and be held alongside the long-running WTA tournament in ...
  Nottingham will not host top level men's tennis next year as ATP event returns to EastbourneNottingham Post
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• Nottingham ATP event goes to Eastbourne

  07-04-2016 14:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottingham's ATP 250 event will return to Eastbourne in 2017 as part of a reshuffle of the British grass court season.
  
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• Nottingham-based Le Bistrot Pierre appoints former Costa Coffee boss as chairman - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 14:15
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  Nottingham-based Le Bistrot Pierre appoints former Costa Coffee boss as chairman
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  Restaurant group Le Bistrot Pierre has appointed former Costa Coffee boss John Derkach as its new chairman. The independent company, which was established in Nottingham by school friends Robert Beacham and John Whitehead in 1994, hopes his ...
  

• The Nottinghamshire pubs Robin Hood and his merry men probably visited - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 14:05
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  The Nottinghamshire pubs Robin Hood and his merry men probably visited
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  Errol Flynn as Robin with some of his Merry Men in the 1938 film The Adventures of Robin Hood. The Nottinghamshire pubs Robin Hood and his merry men probably visited. X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to paste in your message. /. Errol Flynn ...
  

• Nottingham parking warden leaves car on double yellow lines - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 14:05
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  Nottingham parking warden leaves car on double yellow lines
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  A shocked motorist sent us this picture of a traffic officer who left their car in a strictly-enforced parking zone. The photo taken on Monday afternoon in Belper Road, Hyson Green, and was sent to us by Rachel Miller, 40, from Cinderhill. She said: "I ...
  

• Food Sleuth: Prezzo, Low Pavement, Nottingham - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 14:05
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  Food Sleuth: Prezzo, Low Pavement, Nottingham
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  Italian restaurant Prezzo, in Low Pavement, Nottingham, was "not quite brilliant value for money" according to our Food Sleuth. Read the full review below... If Maid Marian Way is Nottingham's Madras Mile and most of the rest of NG1 is Hooray for the ...
  

• Nottingham Forest set to stage 150th anniversary fans' match at City Ground - Nottingham Post

  07-04-2016 13:56
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  Nottingham Forest set to stage 150th anniversary fans' match at City Ground
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  Nottingham Forest hope to stage a special fans' match at the City Ground as part of their 150th anniversary celebrations. The Reds are offering season ticket holders the chance to grace the same turf as their heroes in a match on Friday, May 6 (2pm).
  

• Bird has 'point to prove' at Notts

  07-04-2016 11:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottinghamshire seamer Jackson Bird says he has returned to the County Championship 'with a point to prove'.
  
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