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• Nottingham Post commented Notts County should appoint Kevin Wilson as their next manager,...

  09-05-2016 21:12
  
  Post columnist Kenny Burns says Notts County should appoint former Ilkeston boss Kevin Wilson as their next manager.Diabolical. Embarrassing. Disgraceful. Disgusting. Notts County's players should be ashamed of themselves for the manner in which they waved the white flag at Meadow Lane in their final game of the season. Losing 5-0 at home is never acceptable. But what was worse, was the lack of professional pride; the lack of desire and the lack of discipline. It is clear that, with the...
  
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• JenniferScott published The six things you need to know about May's Nottingham City...

  09-05-2016 20:36
  
  Once a month, councillors from across the city meet at the Council House in Old Market Square to discuss the issues facing Nottingham and its people.There is always a tough decision to make, strong words spoken, and even the occasional joke - with varying amounts of laughter. But the Post's political correspondent Jennifer Scott brings you the top six things we learned from this month's meeting and what you should know. Read more: See all of the Post's political coverage here.1)...
  
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• JenniferScott commented The six things you need to know about May's Nottingham City...

  09-05-2016 20:36
  
  Once a month, councillors from across the city meet at the Council House in Old Market Square to discuss the issues facing Nottingham and its people.There is always a tough decision to make, strong words spoken, and even the occasional joke - with varying amounts of laughter. But the Post's political correspondent Jennifer Scott brings you the top six things we learned from this month's meeting and what you should know. Read more: See all of the Post's political coverage here.1)...
  
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• Nottingham Forest candidate Guy Poyet becomes Real Betis manager - Nottingham Post

  09-05-2016 20:30
  
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  Nottingham Forest candidate Guy Poyet becomes Real Betis manager
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  Gus Poyet, the front runner for the Nottingham Forest job, has become Real Betis boss after signing a two year contract. The former Sunderland manager was the bookmakers favourite to takeover at the City Ground, but Forest's long-term search means ...
  Nottingham Forest Contender Gus Poyet Tipped To Take Over At Real BetisInside Futbolall 17 news articles »
  
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• Hen party ideas in Nottingham as city sees surge in demand - Nottingham Post

  09-05-2016 20:30
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  Hen party ideas in Nottingham as city sees surge in demand
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  Gone are the days when stag and hen parties involved a pint down the local the night before the Big Day. Hen and stag dos are big business in Nottingham, with the city named as a top place for a destination to see off the end of your singledom. Of ...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Forest candidate Guy Poyet becomes Real Betis manager

  09-05-2016 20:05
  
  Gus Poyet, the front runner for the Nottingham Forest job, has become Real Betis boss after signing a two year contract. The former Sunderland manager was the bookmakers favourite to takeover at the City Ground, but Forest's long-term search means another team swooped before they could. A move to La Liga is an intriguing one for Poyet, with Spanish media today reporting Betis wanted him to manage a club currently 14th in the table. The Sunderland Echo also said they understood the deal was...
  
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• MattDavies commented Nottingham Forest candidate Gus Poyet becomes Real Betis manager

  09-05-2016 20:05
  
  Gus Poyet, the front runner for the Nottingham Forest job, has become Real Betis boss after signing a two year contract. The former Sunderland manager was the bookmakers favourite to takeover at the City Ground, but Forest are embroiled in a long-term search and now another team swooped for Poyet. A move to La Liga is an intriguing one for Poyet, with Spanish media today reporting Betis wanted him to manage a club currently 14th in the table. The Sunderland Echo also said they understood...
  
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• TracyWalker published Hen party ideas in Nottingham as city sees surge in demand

  09-05-2016 20:02
  
  Gone are the days when stag and hen parties involved a pint down the local the night before the Big Day. Hen and stag dos are big business in Nottingham, with the city named as a top place for a destination to see off the end of your singledom. Of course, we've got an abundance of top bars, pubs and clubs, but thinking outside the box, activities like assault courses and vintage makeovers have overtaken pub crawls. We have everything from It's A Knockout-style obstacle courses, trips on...
  
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• Nottingham Post published International traders compete for Nottingham Post Business Award

  09-05-2016 20:00
  
  he international trade category highlights some of Nottingham's most innovative exporters.Opening a £2 million state-of-the-art factory in Sri Lanka is just one of the big investments Colwick-based packaging specialists The Wilkins Group has made this year.The firm, which has one of the largest independent packaging factories in the UK has also invested in new staff, equipment and infrastructure. It also has manufacturing hubs covering Eastern Europe, Bangladesh, India and...
  
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• MattDavies published Vote for your Notts County player of the season

  09-05-2016 19:29
  
  Notts County fans, who is your player of a miserable season at Meadow Lane? We want you to tell us in the poll below. Admittedly it is a tough choice, but when you look through an expensively assembled squad which limped to 17th in League Two, it was not an easy list to compile. Read more: Notts County escape being wound up
  Does Jon Stead get your vote? The striker finished as the Magpies' top scorer with 14 goals and battled manfully throughout, however, his contribution divided the...
  
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• MattDavies commented Vote for your Notts County player of the season

  09-05-2016 19:29
  
  Notts County fans, who is your player of a miserable season at Meadow Lane? We want you to tell us in the poll below. Admittedly it is a tough choice, but when you look through an expensively assembled squad which limped to 17th in League Two, it was not an easy list to compile. Read more: Notts County escape being wound up Does Jon Stead get your vote? The striker finished as the Magpies' top scorer with 14 goals and battled manfully throughout, however, his contribution divided the...
  
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• Nottingham Forest's David Vaughan included in Wales training squad ahead of Euro 2016 - Nottingham Post

  09-05-2016 19:25
  
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  Nottingham Forest's David Vaughan included in Wales training squad ahead of Euro 2016
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  Nottingham Forest's David Vaughan has been included in the Wales 29-man training squad ahead of Euro 2016. The Reds midfielder has missed recent games with a hamstring problem – but he had largely been left out as a precaution. And, after returning to ...and more »
  
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• JenniferScott published Passenger protest blocks buses in city centre

  09-05-2016 19:23
  
  A bus passenger has staged a protest by standing in front of a Nottingham City Transport vehicle and blocking its path. The incident happened around lunchtime in the city centre, close to the Theatre Royal. Post reader Hazel Williams sent us a snap of the man from her phone, saying he was demanding to know why buses had been driving past him.@Nottingham_Post city hold up because of man demanding that he is given reason why buses have drove past him!! pic.twitter.com/81xgCBFmVQ— Hazel...
  
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• JenniferScott commented Passenger protest blocks buses in city centre

  09-05-2016 19:23
  
  A bus passenger has staged a protest by standing in front of a Nottingham City Transport vehicle and blocking its path. The incident happened around lunchtime in the city centre, close to the Theatre Royal. Post reader Hazel Williams sent us a snap of the man from her phone, saying he was demanding to know why buses had been driving passed him.@Nottingham_Post city hold up because of man demanding that he is given reason why buses have drove past him!! pic.twitter.com/81xgCBFmVQ— Hazel...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Sam Robson presses claims to replace Alex Hales as Nottinghamshir...

  09-05-2016 19:09
  
  Nottinghamshire endured a long day in the field at Lord's as Sam Robson led a Middlesex recovery on the second day of their Specsavers County Championship match. Robson strengthened his claims for an England recall as he hit his third century of the summer, reaching an unbeaten 114 before bad light and rain halted play 28 overs before the scheduled close. At stumps, Middlesex were 202 for three in an unbroken stand of 153 with John Simpson, who broke a pavilion window during his unbeaten...
  
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• Pub brawl started after woman was 'tapped on the head' - Nottingham Post

  09-05-2016 19:04
  
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  Pub brawl started after woman was 'tapped on the head'
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  Six men were told they should be 'ashamed of themselves' after starting a Nottingham pub brawl. The fight kicked off at Lloyds No.1 Bar, Carlton Street, Hockley, after a sister of one of the defendants was tapped on the head, Nottingham Crown Court ...
  
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• rsherdley published Pub brawl started after woman was 'tapped on the head'

  09-05-2016 19:00
  
  Six men were told they should be 'ashamed of themselves' after starting a Nottingham pub brawl.The fight kicked off at Lloyds No.1 Bar, Carlton Street, Hockley, after a sister of one of the defendants was tapped on the head, Nottingham Crown Court heard on Monday.The judge ordered each of the men, who live in Beeston, to do 200 hours on community orders over the next 12 months and each pay £450 costs."This was disgraceful behaviour in a public place," said Judge James Sampson....
  
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• rsherdley commented Pub brawl started after woman was 'tapped on the head'

  09-05-2016 19:00
  
  Six men were told they should be 'ashamed of themselves' after starting a Nottingham pub brawl.The fight kicked off at Lloyds No.1 Bar, Carlton Street, Hockley, after a sister of one of the defendants was tapped on the head, Nottingham Crown Court heard on Monday.The judge ordered each of the men, who live in Beeston, to do 200 hours on community orders over the next 12 months and each pay £450 costs."This was disgraceful behaviour in a public place," said Judge James Sampson....
  
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• rsherdley commented Pregnant teenager was battered with a hammer and thumped in front...

  09-05-2016 19:00
  
  Ian James, of Walton Crescent, Carlton,was locked up for a total of 12 months today for the shocking attacks.Nottingham Crown Court heard the 32-year-old turned on the woman with the hammer when she was doing some DIY in Lambley last October.He pushed her to the floor and whacked her calf four or five times, leaving her badly bruised.Despite the horrific assault, the woman stayed with him and fell pregnant.James launched his second attack when they took their first-born to the QMC for an...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nine sandwiches in Nottingham you just HAVE to try

  09-05-2016 19:00
  
  This week marks British Sandwich Week - a celebration of one of the nation's favourite foods. In honour of the occasion, we've been out and about in town to track down the nine sandwiches you can buy in Nottingham that you just have to try. And with the event running until Saturday, you've still got time to celebrate the city's finest - and quirkiest - offerings. 1. Sloppy Joes - beef bolognaise smothered on a toasted ciabatta with two pieces of back bacon and melted cheddar. Brown...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nine sandwiches in Nottingham you just HAVE to try

  09-05-2016 19:00
  
  This week marks British Sandwich Week - a celebration of one of the nation's favourite foods. In honour of the occasion, we've been out and about in town to track down the nine sandwiches you can buy in Nottingham that you just have to try. And with the event running until Saturday, you've still got time to celebrate the city's finest - and quirkiest - offerings. 1. Sloppy Joes - beef bolognaise smothered on a toasted ciabatta with two pieces of back bacon and melted cheddar. Brown...
  
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• JenniferScott published Pub taped off by police after reports of fighting

  09-05-2016 19:00
  
  A pub has been taped off by police after reports of a fight spilling out onto the street. Eye witnesses told the Post that two men had been fighting in the bar before continuing the brawl outside.The Duke of Devonshire, on the corner of Handel Street and Carlton Road in Sneinton, was being watched over by officers at around 6pm on Monday night, with a triangle-shaped cordon blocking off the venue. One man was also said to have had injuries to his face. The pub is very close to Sneinton Market...
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest's David Vaughan included in Wales training...

  09-05-2016 18:55
  
  Nottingham Forest's David Vaughan has been included in the Wales 29-man training squad ahead of Euro 2016.The Reds midfielder has missed recent games with a hamstring problem – but he had largely been left out as a precaution.And, after returning to the Forest bench at MK Dons, Vaughan has now been named by Chris Coleman among the group of players who will be involved in the Wales training camp in Portugal from May 24-29.Wales superstar Gareth Bale has not been included, but only because..
  
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• JenniferScott published Teenager in court charged with attempted murder after hit and run

  09-05-2016 18:28
  
  A teenager has appeared in court to face a charge of attempted murder after a hit and run in the north of the county. James Smith, 19, of Summergangs Lane, Gainsborough, is also charged with dangerous driving after the collision, which left another 19-year-old in hospital with serious injuries. Read more: Police appeal after hit and run crash injures 19-year-old manThe incident, involving a 4 x 4 and a pedestrian, happened on April 26 on the A631 near Beckingham at around 11.15am. Smith appeared
  
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• DanRobinson published Take a look inside luxury furniture firm's new Nottinghamshire...

  09-05-2016 18:10
  
  Upmarket furniture firm Parker Knoll hopes its new Nottinghamshire factory will help it to grow over the next few years. The 147-year-old company, renowned for handcrafted furniture ranging from sofas to recliners, officially opened its new 100,000 sq ft headquarters at Castlewood Business Park, in Sutton in Ashfield, on Monday. It moved from its former Derbyshire base to take advantage of the state-of-the-art manufacturing base, which will accommodate more than 250 staff – with room...
  
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• DanRobinson published Luxury furniture firm's new Nottinghamshire factory 'is one of...

  09-05-2016 18:10
  
  Upmarket furniture firm Parker Knoll hopes its new Nottinghamshire factory will help it to grow over the next few years. The 147-year-old company, renowned for handcrafted furniture ranging from sofas to recliners, officially opened its new 100,000 sq ft headquarters at Castlewood Business Park, in Sutton in Ashfield, on Monday. It moved from its former Derbyshire base to take advantage of the state-of-the-art manufacturing base, which will accommodate more than 250 staff – with room...
  
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• East Midlands Airport 'should be renamed after David Attenborough' - Nottingham Post

  09-05-2016 17:56
  
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  East Midlands Airport 'should be renamed after David Attenborough'
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  That's the general consensus of people across the East Midlands who took part in a survey commissioned by HolidayExtras.com. Coming in the aftermath of celebrations to mark the naturalist's 90th birthday at the weekend, the news is in response to the ...
  
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• DanRobinson published 'Rolls-Royce of strapping world' to reward staff for business...

  09-05-2016 17:55
  
  Staff at the Nottinghamshire base of a global strapping firm are set to reap the benefits of their firm's success – with the workplace transformed to include bonding areas and fitted with iPads. Mosca Direct is undergoing a refurbishment and expansion of its offices in Colliers Business Park, Cotgrave, including a break-out recreation area, training room, garden and open-plan layout that brings together the sales office, engineering services and finance teams alongside...
  
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• Time for Nottingham Forest to 'move on some of the deadwood' - Nottingham Post

  09-05-2016 16:58
  
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  Time for Nottingham Forest to 'move on some of the deadwood'
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  Nottingham Forest legend Kenny Burns gives his verdict on the Reds' season in his weekly Post column. Looking back on Nottingham Forest's season, it has been one long catalogue of disappointments and mistakes. Dougie Freedman was sacked too soon ...and more »
  
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• Farewell to passionate local historian Geoffrey Oldfield - Nottingham Post

  09-05-2016 16:58
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  Farewell to passionate local historian Geoffrey Oldfield
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  The funeral will take place tomorrow of respected Nottingham historian, author and regular Bygones contributor Geoffrey Oldfield, who died last month at the age of 95. Professor John Beckett, chairman of the Thoroton Society, traces his remarkable life.
  
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• Can you spare £1 to help a homeless person's pet? - Nottingham Post

  09-05-2016 16:52
  
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  Can you spare £1 to help a homeless person's pet?
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  Pet owners in Nottingham are being asked to help care for the health of animals belonging to homeless people in the city. The new charity initiative, by the University of Nottingham and Rushcliffe Vets, is encouraging those taking their cats and dogs ...
  
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• JemmaPage published Disney's Frozen to be brought to life on the ice in full in...

  09-05-2016 16:34
  
  The heart-warming Academy Award-winning tale Frozen will be brought to life in full on Nottingham's ice. Disney On Ice has announced it will be bringing the family-friendly spectacular to the Motorpoint Arena in November - 18 months after fans were given a sneak peek in its Magical Ice Festival show last year.
  Audiences are promised dazzling special effects and astonishing skating as you sing and dance along to inspiring songs, including Let It Go and In Summer.
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• TomNorton published Sherwood surgery among the best says watchdogs

  09-05-2016 16:30
  
  Another Nottingham GP surgery has been handed a top award by health watchdogs. Sherrington Park Medical Practice in Mansfield Road has been handed an outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission, its highest award. Inspectors noted that the surgery, which has a registered list of 4,193 people, won praise for making it easy for patients to book appointments, that GPs ensured continuity of care and urgent appointments were available on the same day. Read more: 'Outstanding' GP practice...
  
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• LynetteP published 15 scrumptious desserts worth ditching your diet for

  09-05-2016 16:30
  
  Nottingham, it seems, is going wild for desserts. We have not one, not two but three dedicated cafes on the cusp of opening.OMG Cheesecakes in Lenton, Heavenly Desserts in Chapel Bar and Kaspas in Maid Marian Way will all specialise in deliciously decadent, chocolately, fruity, creamy treats. But, if you didn't know,some of our existing restaurants and cafes have some pretty good desserts; from refined gourmet delights to hideously fattening ways to OD on sugar.Feast your eyes on these...
  
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• LynetteP commented 15 scrumptious desserts worth ditching your diet for

  09-05-2016 16:30
  
  Nottingham, it seems, is going wild for desserts. We have not one, not two but three dedicated cafes on the cusp of opening.OMG Cheesecakes in Lenton (sadly delayed because of vandalism), Heavenly Desserts in Chapel Bar, and Kaspas in Maid Marian Way will all specialise in deliciously decadent, chocolately, fruity, creamy treats. But, if you didn't know,some of our existing restaurants and cafes have some pretty good desserts; from refined gourmet delights to hideously fattening ways to OD...
  
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• JemmaPage published Nottingham pet owners asked to help care for the health of...

  09-05-2016 16:30
  
  Pet owners in Nottingham are being asked to help care for the health of animals belonging to homeless people in the city. The new charity initiative, by the University of Nottingham and Rushcliffe Vets, is encouraging those taking their cats and dogs to the West Bridgford practice for their annual vaccinations to pay an extra £1 on top of their normal fees. The surgery will match the donations and the money collected will be used to buy vaccinations to offer free treatment for homeless...
  
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• JemmaPage commented Nottingham pet owners asked to help care for the health of...

  09-05-2016 16:30
  
  Pet owners in Nottingham are being asked to help care for the health of animals belonging to homeless people in the city. The new charity initiative, by the University of Nottingham and Rushcliffe Vets, is encouraging those taking their cats and dogs to the West Bridgford practice for their annual vaccinations to pay an extra £1 on top of their normal fees. The surgery will match the donations and the money collected will be used to buy vaccinations to offer free treatment for homeless...
  
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• BenIreland published Dozens of units at £4m Sneinton Market empty as EU money...

  09-05-2016 16:30
  
  The business behind Sneinton Market is upbeat despite only a handful of its units being leased since a near £4m refurbishment was completed more than six months ago. Nottingham's Creative Quarter says six new independent traders are in the final negotiations of leasing units, but only three businesses are fully set-up in the 46 spaces so far. It's target is for half of the workshops to be full by the end of the year and 80 percent by the end of 2017, said CEO Kathy McArdle. She...
  
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• BenIreland commented Dozens of units at £4m Sneinton Market empty as EU money...

  09-05-2016 16:30
  
  A market where traders are unable to sell directly from their stalls has seen just three businesses set up since it was given a £4m facelift.Sneinton Market reopened six months ago with 46 spaces for stallholders.But traders reckon EU rules stating that the stallholders cannot have tills or take money directly from customers are putting people off.Nottingham's Creative Quarter, which runs the market, says six new independent traders are in the final negotiations of leasing units, but...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented East Midlands Airport 'should be renamed after David Attenborough...

  09-05-2016 16:30
  
  East Midlands Airport should be renamed after Sir David Attenborough. That's the general consensus of people across the East Midlands who took part in a survey commissioned by HolidayExtras.com. Coming in the aftermath of celebrations to mark the naturalist's 90th birthday at the weekend, the news is in response to the possibility of Birmingham changing its airport name to attract more visitors. The second city's airport would be named after William Shakespeare and it's believed that...
  
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• Cutting edge science and technology businesses compete for Nottingham Post Business Awards - Nottingham Post

  09-05-2016 16:20
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  Cutting edge science and technology businesses compete for Nottingham Post Business Awards
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  The excellence in Science and Technology category continues to draw entries from a diverse range of business at the cutting edge of developments in their field. Coldharbour Marine, based in Linby, has already sailed away with two industry awards in the ...and more »
  
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• JemmaPage published Speed camera locations across Nottinghamshire for week beginning...

  09-05-2016 16:03
  
  The speed cameras will be in the following locations this week:A60 Nottingham Rd, MansfieldA60 Nottingham Rd/Mansfield Rd, Ravenshead B6023 Mansfield Rd, Sutton in Ashfield A6191 Southwell Rd West, Mansfield A6075 Mansfield Rd, Skegby, Notts A60 Carlton in Lindrick/Costhorpe B6041 Kilton Hill, Worksop Spital Hill / Leverton Road, Retford A17 Sleaford Road, Coddington Raymoth Lane, Thievesdale Lane and Farmers Branch, Worksop A52 (T) Clifton Boulevard, Nottingham (40mph area) A60 Bellar Gate -...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Meet the Nottingham businesswoman who is putting Small Business...

  09-05-2016 16:00
  
  It's day when 5.4 million small businesses are put in the spotlight and now a Nottingham entrepreneur has been named as one of fifteen entrepreneurs around the UK as a new Small Business Saturday champion.Kate Tyler, managing director of Lace Market-based social media agency Shake Social, will promote this years event in Nottingham on December 3. She said: "Small Business Saturday plays a valuable role in focusing the minds of consumers and fellow business owners on what small...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Cutting edge science and technology businesses compete for...

  09-05-2016 16:00
  
  The excellence in Science and Technology category continues to draw entries from a diverse range of business at the cutting edge of developments in their field. Coldharbour Marine, based in Linby, has already sailed away with two industry awards in the last year and is definitely hoping to make it three in a row at the ceremony on May 11. With 35 years of knowledge behind it, the firm produces specialist equipment for large sea vessels and is at the forefront of innovative technology which...
  
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• JemmaPage published What can audience members expect when Disney On Ice visits...

  09-05-2016 16:00
  
  Join Mickey Mouse, Elsa and Simba as Disney On Ice skates into Nottingham this week. Jemma Page spoke to cast member and ice skating star Jennifer Danowitz about the showIt is usually a place for ice hockey and extravagant concerts, but this week the Motorpoint Arena will go under the sea before being transformed into Neverland.Named Silver Anniversary Celebration, this year's Disney On Ice show will take audiences on a magical journey to the timeless worlds of The Lion King, The Little...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Time for Nottingham Forest to 'move on some of the deadwood'

  09-05-2016 15:50
  
  Nottingham Forest legend Kenny Burns gives his verdict on the Reds' season in his weekly Post column.Looking back on Nottingham Forest's season, it has been one long catalogue of disappointments and mistakes. Dougie Freedman was sacked too soon and, two months later, has not yet been properly replaced. But, whoever does take on the job, must wipe the slate clean and start again. There is only one man among those who are out of contract or on loan who I would consider keeping. The rest of...
  
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• What can we expect when Disney On Ice visits Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena? - Nottingham Post

  09-05-2016 15:44
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  What can we expect when Disney On Ice visits Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena?
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  Mickey and Minnie Mouse will be joined by a host of Disney characters for the 25th anniversary tour Disney On Ice: ... Disney's Frozen to be brought to life on the ice in full in... Disney's Frozen to be brought to life on the ice in full... 1 · 15 ...
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• How did Nottingham do on the BAFTAs red carpet? - Nottingham Post

  09-05-2016 15:44
  
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  How did Nottingham do on the BAFTAs red carpet?
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  It was a good night for Nottingham at the BAFTAs, with Chanel Cresswell - who trained at The Television Workshop in the city - winning the best supporting actress for This Is England, while the series itself, directed by Beeston's Shane Meadows, won ...and more »
  
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• DanRobinson published High-tech fabrics firm moves in alongside Slimming World and...

  09-05-2016 15:33
  
  Textile manufacturer Guilford Europe has moved into a refurbished warehouse in Alfreton. The company, which forms part of the Lear Corporation and supplies leading international brands with high-tech performance fabrics, has let the building in Clover Nook Industrial Estate after a deal with Commercial Property Partners (CPP) on behalf of PMW Property Developments. It has taken on the lease of the 72,480 sq ft premises, known as West 28, in a bid to further develop its automotive...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Vote for your Nottingham Forest player of the season

  09-05-2016 15:19
  
  Who is your Nottingham Forest player of the season? Vote for your Reds hero in our end-of-season poll. Goalkeeper Dorus de Vries scooped the double of Player of the Season and Players' Player of the Season prizes at the club's awards night last week. So is the big Dutchman, who has made the No.1 spot his own, your top choice as well? Or is it David Vaughan, who enjoyed his best season at the City Ground, having established himself as an influential figure in the heart of midfield,...
  
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