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• RachelGorman published Lotto results for Saturday, May 14

  14-05-2016 22:14
  
  With an estimated jackpot of £3.9million for tonight's Lotto draw are you feeling lucky? Who knows you may not have to go into work on Monday!As well as the lotto draw there will be one guaranteed raffle millionaire and 20 raffle winners of £20,000.The results for tonight's National Lottery draw are 9, 12, 23, 24, 32, 51 and the bonus ball was 16.Read more: Smoke from Highbury Vale house fire could be seen from HucknallThe Thunderball with a top prize of £500,000 was 11, 15,...
  
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• RachelGorman commented Smoke from Highbury Vale house fire could be seen from Hucknall

  14-05-2016 20:59
  
  A family home in Highbury Vale has been left "uninhabitable" after a fire ripped through the roof of the terraced house.Twenty firefighters from three different stations spent nearly two and a half hours tackling the blaze at Tollerton Green on Saturday evening.The smoke from the "substantial fire" could be seen all the way in Hucknall.Read more: Fire service rushes to 'substantial blaze' in Nottingham homeNottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service HQ station manager Richard...
  
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• JenniferScott commented Highbury Vale fire: Pictures from the scene

  14-05-2016 19:47
  
  A fire that broke out in the loft of a home has left the roof of a house decimated. Crews rushed to the scene at 4.40pm on Saturday afternoon after locals called in the emergency. Around 20 firefighters were at Tollerton Green, in Highbury Vale, to tackle the blaze, with crews from Stockhill, Arnold and Central fire station in attendance.Witnesses described flames still licking out of the roof and lots of smoke kicking out into the sky.The aerial ladder was used to put out the fire from above...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Former Nottingham Forest boss Steve McClaren reported to be...

  14-05-2016 19:00
  
  Former Nottingham Forest boss Steve McClaren is reported to have enquired about the vacant Cardiff City job. The 55-year-old is said to be one of 18 managers and coaches to have expressed an interest in taking charge of the Bluebirds. However, Wales Online say he is unlikely to be offered the role, stating City haven't ruled out appointing from within. Interviews to decide who will replace Russell Slade are said to be taking place this weekend, with an announcement expected to be made...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Former Nottingham Forest boss Steve McClaren reported to be...

  14-05-2016 19:00
  
  Former Nottingham Forest boss Steve McClaren is reported to have enquired about the vacant Cardiff City job. The 55-year-old is said to be one of 18 managers and coaches to have expressed an interest in taking charge of the Bluebirds. However, Wales Online say he is unlikely to be offered the role, stating City haven't ruled out appointing from within. Interviews to decide who will replace Russell Slade are said to be taking place this weekend, with an announcement expected to be made...
  
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• TracyWalker published Coronation Street bad-boy Callum rises from the dead to help...

  14-05-2016 18:59
  
  Coronation Street bad-boy drug dealer Callum Logan rose from the dead to help an Ilkeston-based charity. The character was killed by Kylie Platt and the actor who plays him, Sean Ward, was among a host of celebrities who took to the pitch at Notts County's Meadow Lane ground on Saturday for a charity match in aid of Awareness for Autism. Joining him were James Hooton, who plays Sam Dingle in Emmerdale and is originally from Carlton, fellow Emmerdale star Jamie Shelton, who played Robbie...
  
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• JenniferScott published Fire service rushes to 'substantial blaze' in Nottingham home

  14-05-2016 18:35
  
  Crews have rushed out to fight a fire that has taken over a home in Nottingham.UPDATE 6PM: One of our reporters has just reached the scene and has described fames still licking out of the roof and lots of smoke kicking out into the sky. There are five engines on the scene, including the aerial ladder, and around 10 firefighters that he can see. All the tiles have slid from the roof, leaving the house totally exposed. And the road is now closed, with crowds gathering in the street. We will bring.
  
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• JenniferScott commented Fire service rushes to 'substantial blaze' in Nottingham home

  14-05-2016 18:35
  
  Crews have rushed out to fight a fire that has taken over a home in Nottingham.UPDATE 7PM: Firefighters have now extinguished the flames and are putting away their equipment after tackling the blaze for more than two hours. Luckily, no-one was hurt. See more of the pictures from the terrible incident here.UPDATE 6PM: One of our reporters has just reached the scene and has described fames still licking out of the roof and lots of smoke kicking out into the sky. There are five engines on the...
  
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• RachelGorman published Seven of the best independent places to grab lunch in Nottingham

  14-05-2016 17:03
  
  Living in Nottingham we can hardly complain about a lack of cheap and quick places to grab a bite to eat over a lunch break.Indeed just this week we saw the eighth branch of sandwich chain Subway open in the city and there's a new KFC flinging open its doors on Monday. But for those who would rather pop their lunch money into the pocket of an independent eatery we've got you covered. Here's seven of our favourite Nottingham-run spots to grab some grub 1. The Pop Inn Sandwich BarWhere? 6 St...
  
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• TracyWalker published Lawnmower racing, heavy horses and gun displays see thousands...

  14-05-2016 17:02
  
  Lawnmower racing, heavy horses, giant bulls and pigs and the food - oh the food - had thousands flocking to the 133th Nottinghamshire County Show. Newark Showground was bustling with visitors as it hosted the annual attraction that celebrates all things agriculture-related. As well as livestock competitions, there were classic car displays, extreme sports, floral displays, showjumping events, horse-shoeing, steam tractor displays and a host of other attractions, including a music marquee...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest fans react to Derby County's play-off defeat

  14-05-2016 16:42
  
  Nottingham Forest fans made the most of their rivals' misery as they took to social media following Derby County's play-off semi-final first leg defeat. Hull City gave themselves a comfortable advantage ahead of Tuesday night's second leg, winning 3-0 at the iPro Stadium to dent the Rams' promotion hopes. Abel Hernandez and a Jason Shackell own goal put the visitors in command before the break, and Andy Robertson added gloss to the scoreline in added time. We certainly were and we loved it...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest fans react to Derby County's play-off defeat

  14-05-2016 16:42
  
  Nottingham Forest fans made the most of their rivals' misery as they took to social media following Derby County's play-off semi-final first leg defeat. Hull City gave themselves a comfortable advantage ahead of Tuesday night's second leg, winning 3-0 at the iPro Stadium to dent the Rams' promotion hopes. Abel Hernandez and a Jason Shackell own goal put the visitors in command before the break, and Andy Robertson added gloss to the scoreline in added time. We certainly were and we loved it...
  
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• BenIreland published Positive Nottinghamshire 12-year-old gives lesson in happiness......

  14-05-2016 16:30
  
  A 12-year-old girl from Nottinghamshire has decided to spread her message of happiness – by cheering up 500 children in Derby.Beth Wild, of Bramcote, who attends George Spencer Academy in Year 7, gave a presentation on the art of happiness and positivity on the other side of the A52.It is part of a positive thinking initiative led by author Andy Cope, who is expanding his Brilliant Notts programme over the border as Brilliant Derby.Beth's presentation at Derby College included the 'sausage
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest's arch-rivals Derby County beaten by Hull City...

  14-05-2016 16:03
  
  Will an East Midlands derby once again be on the cards next season? Nottingham Forest's fierce rivals Derby County suffered a play-off semi-final first leg defeat. The Rams were beaten 3-0 at the iPro Stadium as Hull City put themselves firmly in the driving seat to make the Championship play-off final. Returning to the scene of a 4-0 thrashing during the regular season just last month, Steve Bruce's team took the lead against the run of play through Abel Hernandez after half an...
  
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• JenniferScott published Lidl recalls products after failing to put allergies on packets...

  14-05-2016 15:30
  
  Lidl is recalling three of its products after the firm failed to list allergens on the packaging. The company is asking customers to bring back Bavarian Style Smoked Cheese with Ham, Bread Baking Mix and Milk Chocolate with Hazelnuts.Each item contains wheat, rye, barley (gluten), milk or hazelnuts, but none of the ingredients are listed in English on the label. Read more: Asda, Disney and Aldi have recalled these products due to safety concernsA statement from the supermarket said: "This...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Gus Poyet explains why he decided to join Real Betis ahead of...

  14-05-2016 15:24
  
  Former Nottingham Forest managerial target Gus Poyet has explained why he decided to join Real Betis ahead of the Reds. Forest had held talks with the former Sunderland, Brighton and AEK Athens boss as they look to appoint Dougie Freedman's permanent replacement. But earlier this week he joined the La Liga club on a two-year deal, leaving the Reds back at square one. And Poyet says his decision to move to Spain was an easy one to make. "When they called me about the Betis job it was...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Gus Poyet explains why he decided to join Real Betis ahead of...

  14-05-2016 15:24
  
  Former Nottingham Forest managerial target Gus Poyet has explained why he decided to join Real Betis ahead of the Reds. Forest had held talks with the former Sunderland, Brighton and AEK Athens boss as they look to appoint Dougie Freedman's permanent replacement. But earlier this week he joined the La Liga club on a two-year deal, leaving the Reds back at square one. And Poyet says his decision to move to Spain was an easy one to make. "When they called me about the Betis job it was...
  
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• RachelGorman published Urban explorer takes shots inside abandoned Nottingham landmark

  14-05-2016 15:07
  
  A daredevil urban explorer has negotiated leg-trembling heights to take a series of photographs from inside Nottingham's derelict Great Northern Railway Corn Warehouse.The Instagram user posted three stunning snaps to his account on Saturday afternoon - showing the faded beauty of the iconic city landmark in Manvers Street.To take the shots the amateur photographer came close to open windows with sheer 15 foot drops on the other side.Read more: 49 pictures of Nottingham's derelict Great Northern
  
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• RachelGorman commented Urban explorer takes shots inside abandoned Nottingham landmark

  14-05-2016 15:07
  
  A daredevil urban explorer has negotiated leg-trembling heights to take a series of photographs from inside Nottingham's derelict Great Northern Railway Corn Warehouse.The Instagram user posted three stunning snaps to his account on Saturday afternoon - showing the faded beauty of the iconic city landmark in Manvers Street.To take the shots the amateur photographer came close to open windows with sheer 15 foot drops on the other side.Read more: 49 pictures of Nottingham's derelict Great Northern
  
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• BenIreland published Traffic delays by Notts County Show due to broken down lorry

  14-05-2016 15:00
  
  Motorists heading to the Nottinghamshire County Show were left facing huge traffic delays after a lorry broke down on the A46. The Robsons lorry came to a standstill turning on to the highway near the turn off for the Newark Showground, where the two-day event is taking place on Saturday May 14 and Sunday May 15. It broke down at around 1pm on Saturday and closed one of the two lanes on the A46 near its junction with Drove Lane. Police had already warned of potential delays because of the...
  
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• JenniferScott published Leicester City's open-top bus - decorated in Nottingham

  14-05-2016 14:33
  
  The victory parade for Leicester City FC is going to be one of the biggest sporting celebrations the East Midlands has ever seen - but it will be the work of a Nottinghamshire company that takes centre stage.Blueprint Notts, based in Vale Road, Colwick, was given the proud job of printing and covering the Foxes' four double decker buses for the big day on Monday.A video posted by blueprint Nottingham (@richardmonk) on May 14, 2016 at 4:08am PDTThe open-top vehicles are now emblazoned...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest flashback: Steve McClaren's 13-match tenure at...

  14-05-2016 13:57
  
  Former England boss Steve McClaren succeeded Billy Davies in the hotseat at Nottingham Forest in June 2011. And at the time of his unveiling, he said he wanted to steer Forest into the Premier League – while adhering to the club's proud traditions of attacking, passing football. McClaren was eager to embrace the club's proud history, rather than being fearful of it, and wanted to build a side that could step out of the shadow cast by the golden era under Brian Clough, by securing a...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest flashback: Steve McClaren's 13-match tenure at...

  14-05-2016 13:57
  
  Former England boss Steve McClaren succeeded Billy Davies in the hotseat at Nottingham Forest in June 2011. And at the time of his unveiling, he said he wanted to steer Forest into the Premier League – while adhering to the club's proud traditions of attacking, passing football. McClaren was eager to embrace the club's proud history, rather than being fearful of it, and wanted to build a side that could step out of the shadow cast by the golden era under Brian Clough, by securing a...
  
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• BenIreland commented 'Bad parking' stops buses serving Nottinghamshire leisure centre

  14-05-2016 13:31
  
  'Bad parking' has forced a bus company to miss stops at a local leisure centre. Nottingham City Transport said its Green 8 and 9 services could not serve Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, in West Bridgford, because of cars blocking the stops. As they were unable to safely pull up, the bus company was asking its customers to use the stops on Musters Road Top instead. Due to badly parked cars, Green 8 and 9 cannot serve Rushcliffe Leisure Centre. Please use stops on Musters Road Top.— Nottm...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest rumoured to be interested in Liverpool...

  14-05-2016 13:27
  
  Nottingham Forest are rumoured to be eyeing up Liverpool youngster Alex O'Hanlon. The 20-year-old midfielder is out of contract this summer and, according to Sky Sports, is attracting interest from the Reds, as well as a number of other clubs, including Sheffield Wednesday and newly-promoted Oxford United. Bristol City were also said to be keen, and head coach Lee Johnson did invite the Republic of Ireland Under-21 international for a trial last month. But it has since been reported the...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest rumoured to be interested in Liverpool...

  14-05-2016 13:27
  
  Nottingham Forest are rumoured to be eyeing up Liverpool youngster Alex O'Hanlon. The 20-year-old midfielder is out of contract this summer and, according to Sky Sports, is attracting interest from the Reds, as well as a number of other clubs, including Sheffield Wednesday and newly-promoted Oxford United. Bristol City were also said to be keen, and head coach Lee Johnson did invite the Republic of Ireland Under-21 international for a trial last month. But it has since been reported the...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottinghamshire's Jake Ball feels 'ready' to seize England chance

  14-05-2016 12:34
  
  Nottinghamshire's Jake Ball says he feels ready to take his chance for England, should he be handed his Test debut. Having been called up to the squad for the first time, the fast bowler from Welbeck could be in line to win his first cap against Sri Lanka at Headingley next week. Recognition from his country is reward for a fine winter with England Lions and a great start to the season with Notts. And though acknowledging he is not the finished product, Ball believes he is in the best form...
  
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• JamesPallatt commented Former Nottingham Forest defender Michael Dawson hopes to get one...

  14-05-2016 12:16
  
  Former Nottingham Forest defender Michael Dawson will be hoping to get one over on the Reds' arch-rivals Derby County in the Championship play-offs today. Dawson's Hull City will face the Rams in the first leg of the play-off semi-finals at the iPro Stadium. And the 32-year-old defender, who played almost 100 games for Forest, is targeting a return to the Premier League with the Tigers. "I wish we were in the top two and celebrating promotion, but it's the play-offs for us so we've...
  
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• JamesPallatt published England call-up testament to how hard Nottinghamshire's Jake Ball...

  14-05-2016 11:59
  
  Nottinghamshire all-rounder Steven Mullaney gives his verdict on Jake Ball's Test call-up by England, in his latest column for the Post. I'm over the moon for Jake Ball that he's been picked by England – and even happier that he celebrated his Test call-up by losing to me at golf on the day the squad was announced! If you wanted it to happen to anyone in the Notts squad, and I'm not just saying this because he has been picked, it would be Jake. He's one of the nicest lads you could...
  
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• NatalieFahy commented Inferno in Nottingham to give away 100 free pizzas on Monday

  14-05-2016 11:50
  
  Nottingham pizza restaurant Inferno is to launch a new range of pizzas - and the first 100 people in the queue will get one for free.The restaurant - based on Milton Street, opposite the intu Victoria Centre - boasts a 900 degree oven which can cook pizzas in five minutes.
  Customers can tailor their pizzas entirely to their own tastes, choosing from a selection of 50 toppings. You get a standard base but after that, it's your choice what comes next.Read more: Inferno fires up a stormTheir...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Riki Wessels confident Nottinghamshire's batting unit will click

  14-05-2016 11:34
  
  Riki Wessels feels it is only a matter of time before Nottinghamshire's batting unit clicks – and he's hoping they can deliver when Warwickshire visit Trent Bridge from tomorrow. The 30-year-old was Nottinghamshire's top scorer in the County Championship last season, scoring 1,033 runs. But he has passed 50 just once this term, hitting 81 in the season opener against Surrey. "It's still early days and we've had to come to grips with the wickets a bit. We've actually expected...
  
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• Nottmtails published I wouldn't swap Dorus de Vries for any other keeper in Championsh...

  14-05-2016 11:18
  
  Henri Lansbury would not swap Dorus de Vries for any other Championship goalkeeper. The Nottingham Forest stopper was a runaway winner of the club's player of the season and players' player of the season awards, following a string of impressive performances between the posts. And Reds skipper Lansbury revealed the big Dutchman is also a massive influence in the dressing room, because of his professional attitude. So much so that he rates him above any other keeper in the second...
  
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• Nottmtails commented I wouldn't swap Dorus de Vries for any other keeper in Championsh...

  14-05-2016 11:18
  
  Henri Lansbury would not swap Dorus de Vries for any other Championship goalkeeper. The Nottingham Forest stopper was a runaway winner of the club's player of the season and players' player of the season awards, following a string of impressive performances between the posts. And Reds skipper Lansbury revealed the big Dutchman is also a massive influence in the dressing room, because of his professional attitude. So much so that he rates him above any other keeper in the second...
  
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• BenIreland published Our guide to the top 10 most recommended nurseries in Nottinghams...

  14-05-2016 10:49
  
  A national nursery guide has ranked the best nurseries in the country based on recommendations - here are the top ten.Nurseries in the region were praised by daynurseries.co.uk and were judged on recommendations made by the children's family and carers.Full-time care centres in Aspley, Cotgrave, Kimberley, Mansfield and Balderton are among the highest ranked of the 203 nurseries in the county.The awards are based on over 22,000 reviews received between March 2014 and March 2015 which rated...
  
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• JenniferScott published Do I need to re-register to vote in the EU referendum?

  14-05-2016 10:30
  
  Lots of people have been asking whether you need to register AGAIN on the electoral roll to vote in the EU referendum. The answer is no, but you should check and make sure you are still on it...To vote in the upcoming referendum on whether you want to stay as a member of the EU or leave, you need to fit certain criteria. For starters, you must be 18 or over on the day of the vote - Thursday June, 23. That means even if you aren't 18 yet, but will be on voting day, you can register and are...
  
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• BenIreland published Traffic delays likely as crowd flock to Notts County Show

  14-05-2016 09:39
  
  Visitors to this weekend's Notts County Show have been warned of traffic delays due to the amount of people expected at the event. Thousands are expected to flock to Newark Showground for the annual event, which attracts guests from all over the county and beyond. But, as with most popular events, traffic delays are expected.
  Read more: Nottingham news, weather and traffic on Saturday, May 14: LiveDrivers may consider leaving extra time to make their journey to avoid missing any of the...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Primary school children in Nottinghamshire take to yoga to...

  14-05-2016 08:23
  
  Primary school children have been practising yoga – to help them de-stress before their SATs exams.Yoga teacher Lee-ann Cordingley has been teaching techniques to year six youngsters before they sit down to take their tests.And parents say it has made the world of difference – helping them stay calm and positive.Lee-ann, 39, who has been holding sessions at Hucknall National CofE Primary School, said: "Children at this age should not be showing stress."For the past few...
  
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• BenIreland published Nottingham news, weather and traffic on Saturday, May 14: Live

  14-05-2016 08:08
  
  Hello and welcome to the Nottingham Post's live blog for Saturday, May 14. Keep up-to-date with all the latest and breaking news stories from in and around Nottingham. Expect a slightly colder day than you've been used to this week in the city.Temperatures are not likely to rise any higher than 12C, and there will be a slight wind blowing south. No rain forecast by the Met Office, so another dry day on the cards. It's getting to that time of year where every weekend will host a big...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Boots apprentice role model for young people across the country

  14-05-2016 07:00
  
  She's had the perfect start to her career at Boots UK but now one Nottingham girl will be a role model for countless other apprentices across the country by appearing in a national advertising campaign. Miss Hignett, of Radcliffe-on-Trent, is on a Step in 2 Science apprenticeship with Boots UK. The 18-year-old will appear in the government backed Get In Go Far campaign aimed at inspiring more young people to follow her lead and start an apprenticeship. She will appear alongside...
  
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• Student living in Nottinghamshire found dead in river in Portugal - Nottingham Post

  14-05-2016 06:07
  
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  A student who was completing his thesis was found dead in a river in the Portuguese capital Lisbon, an inquest has heard. Russian-born Alexander Utev was living in Beeston but had travelled to Lisbon in August 2014 for the last stage of his PhD in ...
  
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• JenniferScott published Breaking news, traffic and weather for Nottingham: Live

  14-05-2016 06:00
  
  We have a big weekend ahead in Nottinghamshire, so we hope you're ready!First is the historic and fun Nottinghamshire County Fair. Take a look at our guide to the five things you cannot miss when you head to the show.Then there is the Nottingham 10k taking over the city streets on Sunday. Make sure you look at the road closures here so you don't get stuck!And, of course, there is Eurovision. Let us know if you are having a party or even heading to Stockholm, and make sure you send us...
  
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• BenIreland published Student living in Nottinghamshire found dead in river in Portugal

  14-05-2016 06:00
  
  A student who was completing his thesis was found dead in a river in the Portuguese capital Lisbon, an inquest has heard.Russian-born Alexander Utev was living in Beeston but had travelled to Lisbon in August 2014 for the last stage of his PhD in biological engineering at the University of East Anglia.The 25-year-old had graduated in biochemistry from the University of Nottingham in 2010.An inquest at Nottingham Coroner's Court on Friday, May 13, heard that Alexander was booked on a flight to...
  
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• Watch Nottinghamshire quartet rescue spirit of cricket from giant alien - Nottingham Post

  14-05-2016 00:21
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  More accustomed to starring on the cricket pitch, Jake Ball has proved he has just as much star quality in front of a video camera. The fast bowler is one of the stars of Notts Outlaws' latest production to promote the start of the T20 Blast tournament ...and more »
  
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• Nottingham Rugby make seventh signing of summer - Nottingham Post

  14-05-2016 00:21
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  Nottingham Rugby have announced their seventh new signing of the summer, with back rower Shane Buckley joining from Munster. The 24-year-old Irishman is the third player to sign for the Green and Whites from the Irish PRO12 side since the end of the ...
  
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• Dorus de Vries didn't want career to 'fade away' at Nottingham Forest - Nottingham Post

  14-05-2016 00:21
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  Dorus de Vries didn't want career to 'fade away' at Nottingham Forest
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  Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Dorus de Vries had to wait for his chance with the Reds. But the shot-stopper tells Paul Taylor how he was willing to battle to earn the number one spot. There are some goalkeepers who have forged a decent career, for many ...
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• Mitchell Rose signs new Mansfield Town contract - Nottingham Post

  14-05-2016 00:10
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  Mansfield Town midfielder Mitchell Rose has signed a new contract with the Stags, the club has announced. Manager Adam Murray has rewarded the 21-year-old with a new deal, following a productive season at the One Call Stadium in which he made 37 ...and more »
  
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• Nottmtails published Dorus de Vries didn't want career to 'fade away' at Nottingham...

  14-05-2016 00:08
  
  Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Dorus de Vries had to wait for his chance with the Reds. But the shot-stopper tells Paul Taylor how he was willing to battle to earn the number one spot.There are some goalkeepers who have forged a decent career, for many years, by simply sitting on a bench on a Saturday afternoon. A unique position in football, there has historically been an unwritten rule that, barring a horrendous dip in form or the occasional cup fixture, managers rarely change the man...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Dorus de Vries didn't want career to 'fade away' at Nottingham...

  14-05-2016 00:08
  
  Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Dorus de Vries had to wait for his chance with the Reds. But the shot-stopper tells Paul Taylor how he was willing to battle to earn the number one spot.There are some goalkeepers who have forged a decent career, for many years, by simply sitting on a bench on a Saturday afternoon. A unique position in football, there has historically been an unwritten rule that, barring a horrendous dip in form or the occasional cup fixture, managers rarely change the man...
  
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