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• BenIreland published Woman stole £20,000 from community centre to buy a horse

  11-05-2016 22:42
  
  A woman who stole £20,000 from the community centre she worked in to buy a horse has been sentenced to 12 months in jail, suspended for two years.Paula Kirk-Ellis, 43, of Maple Drive in South Normanton pleaded guilty at Nottingham Crown Court to stealing £20,000 between May and August last year.At the time, she was employed at the Post Mill Centre in South Normanton and part of her duties involved banking the takings from the bar and room hire fees.Read more: Maserati driver fined...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Mansfield Town duo sign new deals

  11-05-2016 22:15
  
  Mansfield Town duo Jamie McGuire and Brian Jensen have signed new contracts with the club. Midfielder McGuire and goalkeeper Jensen follow Jack Thomas in committing to the Stags. McGuire first joined Mansfield prior to the 2013-14 campaign and has since become a fans' favourite at the One Call Stadium for his tough-tackling and enthusiastic displays. And the 32-year-old said: "I'm buzzing and am already looking forward to next season." Reflecting on the 2015-16 campaign, in...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Is Nottinghamshire's Jake Ball set for first England Test...

  11-05-2016 22:04
  
  Luke Fletcher tonight made an early return to Nottinghamshire from his loan spell at Derbyshire, sparking speculation Jake Ball is set for a first Test call-up when England name their squad for the first Test against Sri Lanka tomorrow. Fletcher was due to play one more match for Derbyshire against Essex, which starts on Sunday. But he will now be back at Trent Bridge for their County Championship Division One match against Warwickshire, which begins on the same day. Ball has made a very...
  
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• BenIreland published Missing Mansfield woman found safe and well

  11-05-2016 22:01
  
  Missing Samantha Clarke, of Mansfield, has been found safe well.She went missing on Monday May 9.Nottinghamshire Police confirmed she has been found safe and well on Wednesday, May 11.Officers thanked the public and the media for their support.
  
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• BenIreland published End of the road for car clocking brothers-in-law who wound back...

  11-05-2016 21:40
  
  Car clockers from Nottingham who wound back milometers by more than a million miles have been jailed.Brothers-in-law Meti Zielinski, 23, of Sandon Street, Basford, and Marcin Kaminiski, 27, of Pavior Road, Bestwood, went on to sell the 13 cars with fake MOT certificates and service histories.They were each sentenced to 15 months in prison and both ordered to pay £20,000 under the Proceeds of Crime Act after admitting the offences at Nottingham Crown Court.Over an 18-month period between...
  
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• BenIreland commented End of the road for car clocking brothers-in-law who wound back...

  11-05-2016 21:40
  
  Car clockers from Nottingham who wound back milometers by more than a million miles have been jailed.Brothers-in-law Meti Zielinski, 23, of Sandon Street, Basford, and Marcin Kaminiski, 27, of Pavior Road, Bestwood, went on to sell the 13 cars with fake MOT certificates and service histories.They were each sentenced to 15 months in prison and both ordered to pay £20,000 under the Proceeds of Crime Act after admitting the offences at Nottingham Crown Court.Over an 18-month period between...
  
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• JemmaPage published Teenager missing from Nottingham area

  11-05-2016 20:14
  
  Police officers are concerned for the safety of a missing Nottingham teenager. Abdo Rayan was reported missing from the Sherwood area at about midnight on May 10. The 18-year-old is described as Middle Eastern, of slim build and is around 5ft 6ins tall.
  Read more: Can you help find missing Mansfield woman Samantha?He is described as having short dark brown hair and was last seen wearing a purple jacket. If you have seen Abdo or have any information about his whereabouts, contact...
  
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• BenIreland published Three-car crash delays traffic on A52 at Nottingham Knight Island

  11-05-2016 20:14
  
  Three cars were involved in a crash at Nottingham Knight Island during rush hour on Wednesday, leaving delays for drivers.It took place on the southbound carriageway of the A52 Clifton Boulevard at around 6pm on May 11.Drivers suffered minor injuries only and none needed to be taken to hospital for treatment.Read more: Cyclist taken to hospital after rush hour crash in Radford.Three cars were involved, and damage was done to each, leaving debris in the road, which was cleared by around 7pm.A...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest legend Stan Collymore would be 'happy to help'...

  11-05-2016 19:36
  
  Nottingham Forest legend Stan Collymore says he would be happy to help the club in any way, as they face another critical summer.Fawaz Al Hasawi is looking for a new manager, a new chief executive and a new club secretary, all while also negotiating potential investment in the club from Olympiacos owner Evangelos Marinakis.Former striker Collymore – who was recently voted into Forest's all time best XI by supporters – clearly still has an affection for the club.Because, when asked by
  
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• JemmaPage published Nottinghamshire man admits murdering partner by setting her on...

  11-05-2016 19:31
  
  A Nottinghamshire man will spend a minimum of 24 years behind bars after admitting murdering his partner by setting her on fire. Carolyn Hyatt called emergency services in the early hours of August 6 last year after David Dunstan struck her over the head with a metal stick, poured a flammable liquid on her and ignited it. Dunstan, of Redgate Close, Mansfield, was arrested at the scene and Carolyn was taken to the Queen's Medical Centre with serious burns. Read more: Burglar crept into...
  
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• JemmaPage published Cat has eye removed after being shot with a pellet gun

  11-05-2016 19:27
  
  A cat had to have its eye removed after it was shot with a pellet gun. The attack took place around the Mill Acre Close area of Ilkeston, sometime between 9am and 4.30pm on Wednesday, April 27. The cat was taken to the vets by its owner and had to have its eye removed.
  Read more: Sheep killed by dog after less than 24 hours on a nature reserveDerbyshire police are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Anyone with information is asked to call police constable Sarah-Jane Gibbs on 101,...
  
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• JonPritchard published Driver fined for parking on Nottingham street - after paying to...

  11-05-2016 19:15
  
  Driver Paul Cater had no doubts he was in Nottingham when he paid his parking fee – but somehow he ended up paying to park in London.By a bizarre mix-up he paid £7.90 to the capital's Wandsworth Council, despite parking on Nottingham's North Circus Street – and was slapped with a £25 fine.After the Post intervened his fine was cancelled – and the council admitted he had in fact paid over the odds.The 57-year-old said: "I was using the Ring-Go mobile app to pay...
  
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• JonPritchard commented Driver fined for parking on Nottingham street - after paying to...

  11-05-2016 19:15
  
  Driver Paul Cater had no doubts he was in Nottingham when he paid his parking fee – but somehow he ended up paying to park in London.By a bizarre mix-up he paid £7.90 to the capital's Wandsworth Council, despite parking on Nottingham's North Circus Street – and was slapped with a £25 fine.After the Post intervened his fine was cancelled – and the council admitted he had in fact paid over the odds.The 57-year-old said: "I was using the Ring-Go mobile app to pay...
  
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• BenIreland published Cyclist taken to hospital after rush hour crash in Radford

  11-05-2016 19:12
  
  A cyclist has been taken to hospital after a crash with a car in Radford, Nottingham.The smash took place at around 5.45pm on Wednesday, May 11, in Hartley Road during evening rush hour.The man riding the bike was taken to the Queen's Medical Centre by paramedics but it is believed his injuries are minor.The collision took place between Radford Boulevard and Trafalgar Close, near to St Peter's Park, in Radford.Traffic was blocked in both directions on the road, which was closed by emergency...
  
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• Nottingham Post published How the Ministry of Defence can help small businesses

  11-05-2016 19:00
  
  Natalie Gasson, development manager at the Federation of Small Businesses, comments on the value of employing Armed Forces reservists in companies in her latest Small is Beautiful column At the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) we are currently working with the Ministry of Defence behind the scenes, talking to them about the need to ensure small businesses are supported and given incentives to take on reservists and service leavers as employees or help them set up their own business. On a...
  
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• JenniferScott published Notts' top cheese heads to Downing Street - but can the foodies...

  11-05-2016 19:00
  
  We know Notts knows its stuff when it comes to its local produce. But could the Prime Minister convince them their firms are better off with Britain in the European Union? Political Correspondent Jennifer Scott watches him try. There is a sweet smell circling the home of the most powerful man in the country - and that scent is a Nottinghamshire classic.Prime Minister David Cameron opened up the doors of 10 Downing Street for the afternoon to celebrate the best of British when it comes to our...
  
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• JemmaPage published Nottingham all-you-can-eat dessert cafe owner promises 'best is...

  11-05-2016 19:00
  
  There may not have been queues of customers at the door, but the owner of Nottingham's new all-you-can-eat dessert cafe has said the best is yet to come.OMG Cheesecakes, in Lenton, was due to open on Monday but plans were put on hold after vandals smashed the building's windows on Saturday night. And despite the problem still not being fixed, businessman Raheel Ali decided to give customers a taste of what's on offer by opening the Abbey Street cafe on Wednesday. The 36-year-old, who...
  
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• JemmaPage published How to survive Nottingham's all-you-can-eat dessert challenge

  11-05-2016 19:00
  
  Hundreds of desserts to choose from, 60 minutes, one drink and a £7 bill - Nottingham's newest all-you-can-eat dessert challenge is here.OMG Cheesecakes - where diners can eat as much as they want for £7, including Oreo and Ferrero Rocher cheesecakes, Belgian waffles, cookie dough and cornflake tarts - had a mini-opening at midday on Wednesday. Post photographer James Turner rose to the challenge, but was defeated by the desserts after only a few minutes. The 27-year-old...
  
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• Notts recall Fletcher from Derbys loan

  11-05-2016 18:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottinghamshire recall fast bowler Luke Fletcher from his loan with neighbours Derbyshire.
  
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• JemmaPage published 9 quirky coffins you can buy in Nottingham

  11-05-2016 18:46
  
  Train carriages, beer bottles and guitars - no, these are not toys. They're coffins you can buy in Nottingham. Crazy Coffins, based in Hempshill Lane, Bulwell, creates entirely bespoke designs for people across the country and beyond. The manufacturer is an off-shoot of Vic Fearn and Co, which produces around 18,000 to 20,000 coffins a year. Of these 90 percent are traditional wooden caskets.Prices start at £2,000 and go up to £5,000 for the...
  
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• JonPritchard published Nottinghamshire's only gin distillery opens in Ruddington

  11-05-2016 18:43
  
  Nottinghamshire's first gin distillery for more than 150 years has opened in Ruddington. The handmade distillery is the work of 49-year-old Wayne Asher, and has been a labour of love for the past three years. Mr Asher, who owns a plumbing and heating company, used his background in engineering to create two copper gin stills. This week saw his hard work, and £25,000 investment, come to fruition as he finally bottled his first batch of Redsmith London Dry Gin. "I've called it...
  
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• JonPritchard commented Nottinghamshire's only gin distillery opens in Ruddington

  11-05-2016 18:43
  
  Nottinghamshire's first gin distillery for more than 150 years has opened in Ruddington. The handmade distillery is the work of 49-year-old Wayne Asher, and has been a labour of love for the past three years. Mr Asher, who owns a plumbing and heating company, used his background in engineering to create two copper gin stills. This week saw his hard work, and £25,000 investment, come to fruition as he finally bottled his first batch of Redsmith London Dry Gin. "I've called it...
  
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• BenIreland published Maserati driver fined after nearly running over policeman's foot...

  11-05-2016 18:30
  
  Maserati driver Michael Karim narrowly missed a policeman's foot in a busy street and ended up with a warning from a JP.The security firm manager got into bother in heavy traffic on September 10, only weeks after completing a driving ban, Nottingham magistrates heard.The dark sports car crossed lanes and police "told him to get on the other side of the road and stop as the officer wanted a word," said Sharon Williams, prosecuting.Karim, 31, asked: "Why do you want to talk to...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Good luck to all Nottingham Post Business Awards finalists

  11-05-2016 18:22
  
  The winners of the 2016 Nottingham Post Business Awards will be revealed on Wednesday night.The finalists of this year's Nottingham Post Business Awards include a host of large companies as well as a number of small firms who punch above their weight.Read more: Clumber Park Hotel and Spa goes on sale for £7mParagon Interiors is up against Castle Rock Brewery and student discount platform Unidays in the company of the year category.Alan Hardy, founder and chief executive of Paragon...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Could Nigel Pearson be back in the running for the Nottingham...

  11-05-2016 18:04
  
  Could Nigel Pearson be back in the running for the job of Nottingham Forest manager? Earlier this month, the former Leicester City boss had seemed set to take charge at Aston Villa. However, Roberto Di Matteo has now emerged as the bookies' favourite to occupy the hot seat at Villa Park. He has gone from being a 66-1 outsider to odds on favourite to be the next Villa manager, with some bookmakers suspending betting this afternoon.
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• DanRobinson published Newark industrial estate welcomes new occupier

  11-05-2016 17:31
  
  A technology firm has relocated its headquarters from Lincolnshire to a Newark business park. Flo-Drive Technology Limited has bought a high-specification warehouse in Telford Drive, part of the Brunel Drive Industrial Estate, after a deal with commercial property agents FHP. The detached 8,396 sq ft unit, located near the A1 and A46, is based within a secure fenced and gated compound. Lucinda Hancock, office and industrial surveyor at FHP, said: "We are delighted that this warehouse...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Business Profile: 3d Autokeys

  11-05-2016 16:39
  
  Most of us have done this at some time or other – lose or damage our car keys. Mind you, we're not alone. In fact, 26% of drivers manage to lose their car keys at some point! Of course, as anyone having done this will be painfully aware, losing or damaging your car keys can not only be very inconvenient. It can be extremely expensive. In one recent case, a driver from Wrexham faced a hefty bill of £3,000 for a new car key! So just why are car keys so expensive these days? Well,...
  
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• JonPritchard published Budding Olympic table tennis students heading to China to hone...

  11-05-2016 16:30
  
  Budding Olympic table tennis students are heading to China to pit their wits against better players. The ten students from Carlton-le-Willows Academy have been chosen to join a group of England Youth Squad and Nottingham Talent Development Centre players on a two-week visit to the country. The year eight and nine students are hoping to develop their skills by playing against people from the sport, where table tennis is huge. And with an Olympic summer on the horizon, the students are...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Clumber Park Hotel and Spa goes on sale for £7m

  11-05-2016 16:25
  
  Clumber Park Hotel and Spa has been put on the market for £7 million. The hotel, which employs more than 100 staff, has 73 bedrooms, a courtyard restaurant, five meeting rooms, spa and swimming pool and is owned by property development firm, the Moorgarth Group.Michael Burn, general manager at the hotel said: "The strong operating performance of the Clumber, coupled with a wider pick-up in the hotel sector, has encouraged the owners to now seek offers for the hotel. "The...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Joe Cobden signs new deal with Nottingham Rugby

  11-05-2016 16:06
  
  Centre Joe Cobden has signed a new deal with Nottingham Rugby for next season. The 24 year-old has been with the Green and Whites for five years, joining them from Leicester Tigers back in the summer of 2011. But injury has hampered his Nottingham career in recent seasons, with the popular back making just one appearance for the club between April 2013 and March 2015. He made his first appearance of the 2015/16 season as a replacement during an away fixture at Rotherham Titans in...
  
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• JonPritchard published Road closures for Nottingham 10k

  11-05-2016 16:00
  
  Thousands of runners will take to the streets of Nottingham this weekend for the Run For All Nottingham 10k.The event is the latest addition to the Asda Foundation 10k series, and runners will start at Old Market Square before heading off on a route which will take in some of the city's best-known landmarks, including the River Trent, Nottingham Castle and the Lace Market.Read more: Nottingham PE teacher and war veteran takes gold in the Invictus GamesThe event is organised by Run For All, and..
  
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• JonPritchard commented Road closures for Nottingham 10k

  11-05-2016 16:00
  
  Thousands of runners will take to the streets of Nottingham this weekend for the Run For All Nottingham 10k.The event is the latest addition to the Asda Foundation 10k series, and runners will start at Old Market Square before heading off on a route which will take in some of the city's best-known landmarks, including the River Trent, Nottingham Castle and the Lace Market.Read more: Nottingham PE teacher and war veteran takes gold in the Invictus GamesThe event is organised by Run For All, and..
  
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• Middlesex and Notts draw rain-hit match

  11-05-2016 15:48 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Middlesex and Nottinghamshire's County Championship game ends in a draw after no play is possible on the final day.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Former Nottingham Forest left-back to manage Isle of Man team

  11-05-2016 15:47
  
  Former Nottingham Forest defender Alan Rogers will manage the Isle of Man's Ellan Vannin national team. The 39-year-old will take charge of the team at next month's Europeada tournament in Italy, in the absence of usual coaching duo Chris Bass and Lee Dixon. He becomes the first non-Manx boss of the side and will be assisted by former Coventry City midfielder Tony Sheridan. The Ellan Vannin team was formed in 2013 and is not associated with FIFA or UEFA, unlike the official Isle of Man...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Former Nottingham Forest left-back to manage Isle of Man team

  11-05-2016 15:47
  
  Former Nottingham Forest defender Alan Rogers will manage the Isle of Man's Ellan Vannin national team. The 39-year-old will take charge of the team at next month's Europeada tournament in Italy, in the absence of usual coaching duo Chris Bass and Lee Dixon. He becomes the first non-Manx boss of the side and will be assisted by former Coventry City midfielder Tony Sheridan. The Ellan Vannin team was formed in 2013 and is not associated with FIFA or UEFA, unlike the official Isle of Man...
  
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• TomNorton published Nottingham hospitals become first in England to lift vaping ban

  11-05-2016 14:57
  
  Hospital bosses in Nottingham have given vaping the green light after a blanket ban of e-cigarettes.Nottingham University Hospitals NHS trust, which runs the Queen Medical Centre and City Hospital in Nottingham, has become the first NHS Hospital Trust in England to allow use of e-cigarettes outside its buildings. The news comes after a Public Health England Evidence Review concluded e-cigarettes were 95% safer than 'traditional' cigarettes.
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• TomNorton commented Nottingham hospitals become first in England to lift vaping ban

  11-05-2016 14:57
  
  Hospital bosses in Nottingham have given vaping the green light after a blanket ban of e-cigarettes.Nottingham University Hospitals NHS trust, which runs the Queen Medical Centre and City Hospital in Nottingham, has become the first NHS Hospital Trust in England to allow use of e-cigarettes outside its buildings. The news comes after a Public Health England Evidence Review concluded e-cigarettes were 95% safer than 'traditional' cigarettes.
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• GemmaToulson published Scheme to help businesses manage their pension auto-enrolment

  11-05-2016 14:45
  
  East Midlands Chamber has joined forces with member business The Wilson Organisation to help its members manage their pension auto-enrolment obligations. In 2011, laws were passed that placed an onus on firms to provide pensions for all UK employees aged 22 to state pension age and earning more than £10,000 a year. To comply with the law, employers are given a 'staging date' from which they must implement their workplace auto-enrolment scheme. Read more: Work placements for 120...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Former Nottingham Forest winger Michail Antonio scores one of...

  11-05-2016 14:16
  
  Former Nottingham Forest midfielder Michail Antonio played his part in an historic match for West Ham United last night. The Hammers faced Manchester United in their final game at Upton Park, and Antonio netted one of the last ever goals to be scored at the ground. Next season, West Ham will move into the Olympic Stadium, but they said a fond farewell to their home for the last 112 years with a 3-2 victory over Louis van Gaal's side. Diafra Sakho had the hosts in front at the break, before...
  
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• TracyWalker published CCTV footage released following burglary

  11-05-2016 13:45
  
  Police want to speak to the man in this video and picture in connection with a burglary in Nuthall. The incident is alleged to have happened at a property in Gunnersbury Way, off Morningsby Crescent. Cash and jewellery are said to have been stolen during the break-in. It took place at around 1pm on February 23, but police have only just released this video footage.Read more: 17 men charged with affray over mass brawl involving Nottingham Forest and...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Nottingham Doughnut Company launches delivery service

  11-05-2016 13:35
  
  It's one of the most popular eateries in the city, and now the Nottingham Doughnut Company has announced they'll be delivering their sweet treats.The shop, based on Long Row, will be offering around 20 varieties of their doughnuts for delivery between 12pm and 5pm.
  Customers will be able to place their order online for flavours including Cookies and Cream, Red Velvet and Cinnamon Scroll, and have it arrive by bicycle.
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• DanRobinson published FHP to manage offices occupied by Highways Agency and E.ON

  11-05-2016 12:59
  
  Two fully let office buildings at a Nottinghamshire business park will be managed by commercial property agents FHP. The firm will run the management of the service charge at Lakeside Court, in Sherwood Park, Annesley, on behalf of commercial property investors Craigard. FHP is already managing agents for other clients at the site. The new clients have bought more than 52,000 sq ft and are occupied by government departments, including the Highways Agency, as well as E.ON. Fountain House,...
  
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• TracyWalker published 17 men charged over mass brawl involving Nottingham Forest and...

  11-05-2016 12:36
  
  Seventeen men have been charged with affray following a fight involving Nottingham Forest and Notts County fans in Nottingham city centre. The men, who are alleged to have been involved in a brawl at The Major Oak pub in Pelham Street on Saturday, March 19, were arrested in an early morning operation in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire on Tuesday. The following men have been charged with one count of affray: Jake Bramley, 27, of Valley Road, CarltonAdam Claxton, 26, of Thurcroft Close,...
  
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• Football fans charged over mass brawl

  11-05-2016 12:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Seventeen football supporters are charged over a huge brawl in a city centre pub.
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Nottingham reacts to Oceana reopening as PRYZM

  11-05-2016 12:29
  
  Revellers have been sharing their memories of one of Nottingham's most popular nightspots, after it was announced it would be undergoing a revamp. Oceana in Lower Parliament Street is set to close next month and undergo an extensive £800,000 refurbishment, before reopening as PRYZM. The Hockley venue is quite used to change, ever since it first opened as Palais de Danse before becoming Ritzy and then Oceana. Oceana will remain open for the next few weeks, closing on June 19. PRYZM...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented Nottingham reacts to Oceana reopening as PRYZM

  11-05-2016 12:29
  
  Revellers have been sharing their memories of one of Nottingham's most popular nightspots, after it was announced it would be undergoing a revamp. Oceana in Lower Parliament Street is set to close next month and undergo an extensive £800,000 refurbishment, before reopening as PRYZM. The Hockley venue is quite used to change, ever since it first opened as Palais de Danse before becoming Ritzy and then Oceana. Oceana will remain open for the next few weeks, closing on June 19. PRYZM...
  
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• NatalieFahy commented All-you-can-eat dessert cafe opens in Nottingham: Live

  11-05-2016 12:27
  
  Dessert lovers across Nottingham have been looking forward to it for weeks and now the day has finally arrived.OMG Cheesecakes - where you can eat as much dessert as you like for £7 - opens at midday on on Wednesday.Owners Raheel Ali and Kay Shah are going ahead with the grand opening, despite the fact their windows were smashed on Saturday night.Read more: All-you-can-eat dessert cafe to open todayWe are on the scene in Abbey Street, Lenton, to see how it goes and bring all the action to.
  
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• TracyWalker published Fallen tree in Stapleford has been removed from road

  11-05-2016 11:51
  
  A fallen tree which had partially blocked a road in Stapleford has been removed. Highways staff from Nottinghamshire County Council have been out to remove the tree. Local councillor Richard MacRae says he was alerted to the incident, in Hickings Lane at 7.30am on Wednesday. Police were directing traffic around the tree. It had been moved by 9.15am. Read more: Around 2,000 properties hit by power cut in Stapleford Councillor MacRae, who represents Stapleford North on Stapleford Town...
  
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• TomNorton published Thousands sign petition to let kids have holidays during term...

  11-05-2016 11:26
  
  A petition to let children go on holiday during term time has been launched by a Nottinghamshire dad. Dave Hedley said fines for taking children out of school hit disadvantaged families unfairly. Launched on Tuesday, his petition has already received more than 19,000 signatures. Read more: Parents who took daughter out of school for holiday are summonsed to court It reads: "Back in 2013 the government changed the law on taking your children out of school in term time so that now you...
  
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• NottmPostEG published ​Patrick Wolf at Rescue Rooms, Nottingham: Review

  11-05-2016 11:25
  
  Patrick Wolf is one musician where you never quite know what you're going to get at his show. Previous incarnations have involved twenty instruments, glitter and denim cat suits, another time dressed as an urchin playing acoustically in a church. Tonight he's head to toe in black with futuristic shiny platform shoes, and stands alone onstage with an electric guitar, singing a stripped down version of Peter Pan.
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