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• TracyWalker published How did Nottinghamshire's Britain's Got Talent couple get on?

  23-05-2016 22:25
  
  Nottinghamshire couple Peter and Shannon Parker crashed out of the semi-finals of Britain's Got Talent - despite performing what judge Simon Cowell hailed as "the best act we've had on the show so far". The retired professional dancers, of Hardwick Drive, Ollerton, performed a stunning ballet piece during Monday night's airing of the ITV1 talent show. In a nail-biting climax, they made it to the last three. The married couple have a 19-year-old daughter and ten-year-old son, who...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Brexit debate hears arguments for and against EU membership

  23-05-2016 22:06
  
  Sovereignty, security, trade and jobs dominated discussions when a Brexit debate was held for professionals from Nottingham's business community. Gemma Toulson reports.The case for and against Britain leaving the European Union were argued at a debate hosted by the Nottingham Professional Services organisation.Chris Leslie, MP for Nottingham East, led the speakers from the remain campaign at the event held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Nottingham on Friday. He was joined by Will Rossiter, reader.
  
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• GemmaToulson commented Brexit debate hears arguments for and against EU membership

  23-05-2016 22:06
  
  Sovereignty, security, trade and jobs dominated discussions when a Brexit debate was held for professionals from Nottingham's business community. Gemma Toulson reports.The case for and against Britain leaving the European Union were argued at a debate hosted by the Nottingham Professional Services organisation.Chris Leslie, MP for Nottingham East, led the speakers from the remain campaign at the event held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Nottingham on Friday. He was joined by Will Rossiter, reader.
  
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• DanRobinson published Nottingham furniture firm puts city centre showroom up for sale

  23-05-2016 21:00
  
  Over the last 27 years, Aura Designer Furniture has sold countless tables and chairs to households across the country.But now the owner of the Nottingham-based independent firm says he is closing a city centre store to concentrate on his final showroom.Max Nouri has appointed Savills to put the 7,500 sq ft showroom in Mansfield Road up for sale at a guide price of between £500,000 and £550,000.It will leave only one remaining shop, in Huntingdon Street, for the business after once...
  
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• TracyWalker published Nottinghamshire couple impress judges in Britain's Got Talent...

  23-05-2016 20:59
  
  Nottinghamshire couple Peter and Shannon Parker wowed the judges in the semi-finals of Britain's Got Talent. The retired professional dancers, of Hardwick Drive, Ollerton, performed a stunning ballet piece on the Monday night airing of the ITV talent show. Even before they took to the stage, things seemed to be looking good for the pair, as judge Amanda Holden said: "I've got a real soft spot for Shannon and Peter." The talented duo, who met at the Northern Ballet and perform...
  
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• JemmaPage published Watch the moment army arrives at Nottinghamshire shopping centre...

  23-05-2016 20:55
  
  Watch the moment an army bomb disposal unit swarmed into Nottinghamshire - after a shopping centre was evacuated after an unidentified package was found in the toilets. Idlewells Shopping Centre, in Sutton-in-Ashfield, was evacuated at about 1.20pm on Monday, May 23, after the packaged was found in a toilet block in the centre. The army was called to examine the item and make it safe. They also carried out a controlled explosion. At 6pm, police confirmed the suspect package was...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Hampshire v Nottinghamshire: Day two report

  23-05-2016 20:32
  
  Jake Ball toiled for Nottinghamshire on day two of their County Championship match at Hampshire, as Ryan McLaren produced a wicked afternoon spell of three for 17 to put the hosts well on top. The focus before play was on Ball, who has been selected for England's second Test against Sri Lanka and will join up with the squad tomorrow – and will be replaced for the rest of this match. But after an excellent day one, the seamer, with a ragged wicketless spell that was typified by a duo of...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Want to teach your child a foreign language? Nottingham uni...

  23-05-2016 20:05
  
  Helping children learn a foreign language by simply reading a book is the aim for a business set up by University of Nottingham graduate Jonny Pryn. His venture, One Third Stories, creates storybooks that gradually introduce new words in a foreign language. Jonny, 23, who graduated in 2014 after studying English at the University of Nottingham, and his business partner Alex Somervell, 25, started playing with the idea for their business while they were both students.Jonny Pryn (left)...
  
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• GemmaToulson commented Want to teach your child a foreign language? Nottingham uni...

  23-05-2016 20:05
  
  Helping children learn a foreign language by simply reading a book is the aim for a business set up by University of Nottingham graduate Jonny Pryn. His venture, One Third Stories, creates storybooks that gradually introduce new words in a foreign language. Jonny, 23, who graduated in 2014 after studying English at the University of Nottingham, and his business partner Alex Somervell, 25, started playing with the idea for their business while they were both students.Jonny Pryn (left)...
  
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• TracyWalker published Nottingham schools return to normal after bomb scare

  23-05-2016 19:32
  
  Council officials have confirmed that all schools in Nottingham will be open as normal on Tuesday despite one school being evacuated following a bomb scare. The reassurance came from Nottingham City Council, after police were called to Crabtree Farm Primary School, in Bulwell – one of at least 20 schools around the country plunged into chaos following a series of hoax bomb threats. Parents were asked to collect their children at around 11am, and those who could not be collected were...
  
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• GemmaToulson commented Airport campaign promotes export opportunities

  23-05-2016 19:19
  
  Some of this region's best known names, including Pretty Polly tights, Melton Mowbray Pork Pies and Chatsworth House, have been used in a campaign to promote exports at East Midlands Airport.And the promotion was given an official seal of approval by Patrick McLoughlin, Transport Secretary, when he visited East Midlands Airport to see how UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) and the airport have come together to help promote the Government's Exporting is GREAT campaign.The initiative, which features..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire man jailed after murdering his partner by setting...

  23-05-2016 19:14
  
  A Mansfield man has been jailed for life for murdering his girlfriend. Carolyn Hyatt died when her 42-year-old partner, David Dunstan, doused her with white spirit and torched her. She died in hospital weeks later following a stroke brought on by her injuries. At Derby Crown Court, Dunstan, of Redgate Close, was told he must serve at least 25 years for the 'horrifying' attack in August last year. Judge John Burgess had told Dunstan: "The facts of this case are both depressing and...
  
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• rsherdley published Prisoner on trial for allegedly strangling pensioner in his cell...

  23-05-2016 19:00
  
  A prisoner from HMP Nottingham has gone on trial for murder after allegedly strangling another inmate.David Gomersall thought he heard voices telling him to kill when he attacked victim John Coxall, Nottingham Crown Court was told today.The 25-year-old had recently been transferred back to prison after "apparent resolution" of mental health issues suffered when he was serving time.He has denied murdering 80-year-old John Coxall, who had previously lived alone in William Street, Long...
  
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• DanRobinson published Two become one to create more modern law firm

  23-05-2016 19:00
  
  Two of Nottingham's oldest law firms believe they will be "stronger as one" ahead of a merger that will create a more modern county-wide practice. But the heads of Rothera Dowson and Sharp Young & Pearce, which will join forces on Wednesday next week to create Rothera Sharp, have stressed that nothing will change for their existing clients. The new 20-partner firm will have more than 125 legal professionals and a joint turnover of almost £8m. Ann-Marie Bowman and Joanne...
  
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• Nottingham Post published I hope Liam Noble can sort himself out after Notts County exit,...

  23-05-2016 18:41
  
  Nottingham Forest's two-time European Cup winner Kenny Burns gives his verdict on Notts County's retained list. Notts County released their retained list on Friday and it had one name on there which was the centre of lots of debate. Liam Noble is a good player as his record proves, but the club saw fit to release him despite scoring 10 goals last season. But he also picked up three red cards, which made it six in two seasons which is unacceptable. I watched the last tackle he made...
  
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• JemmaPage published Pregnant pole dancer reveals her secrets to staying active while...

  23-05-2016 18:39
  
  A woman who took part in a professional pole dancing competition when she was seven-and-a-half months pregnant has revealed her fitness and diet secrets. Kat Bailey, of West Bridgford, was placed second in the comedy category of the Pole Theatre UK competition on Saturday with her team mate Danielle Hayne, of Clifton. The 31-year-old, who had a smiley face drawn over her baby bump as she cartwheeled and flipped upside down to the tune of MC Hammer's U Can't Touch This, said she spoke to...
  
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• JemmaPage commented Pregnant pole dancer reveals her secrets to staying active while...

  23-05-2016 18:39
  
  A woman who took part in a professional pole dancing competition when she was seven-and-a-half months pregnant has revealed her fitness and diet secrets. Kat Bailey, of West Bridgford, was placed second in the comedy category of the Pole Theatre UK competition on Saturday with her team mate Danielle Hayne, of Clifton. The 31-year-old, who had a smiley face drawn over her baby bump as she cartwheeled and flipped upside down to the tune of MC Hammer's U Can't Touch This, said she spoke to...
  
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• BenIreland commented Inside Nottingham's caves: Did the phrase 'the penny dropped'...

  23-05-2016 18:30
  
  Nottingham's cave network is a labyrinth of history below our feet, with more than 500 known caves underneath the city. After the Post learned that the Discover Britain campaign included a walking route of Nottingham's caves, we took a closer look. It is one of hundreds of trails, walks and viewpoints in urban, coastal and rural locations across the country plucked out by the Royal Geographical Society. Tour guide Michael Stewart took us down beneath the Broadmarsh Centre in the city's...
  
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• JonPritchard commented Kids smash up £20,000-worth of cars at holding yard in...

  23-05-2016 18:29
  
  Businessman Stephen Brealey says he is more than £20,000 out of pocket after vandals smashed the windows of more than 50 of his cars. Mr Brealey, who owns a car garage on Meadow Lane, had one of his holding sites for cars he is working on attacked earlier this month. The New Basford-based businessman said 98 per cent of the windows of his cars had been smashed at the lot on Great Northern Way in Netherfield on May 15. "I had about 50 cars in there and they've got in and...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Nottingham Forest need manager with Championship experience - at...

  23-05-2016 18:24
  
  Nottingham Forest legend Kenny Burns gives his thoughts on the latest names to be linked with the manager's job at the City Ground.Another week and, not surprisingly, there have been a few more names linked with the Nottingham Forest manager's job. First it was Michel Gonzalez, the Real Madrid legend who has managed Marseille and Olympiacos. And before the ink was dry on those stories, a couple of days later it emerged that Oscar Garcia was also a potential candidate. Garcia at least has...
  
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• NottmPostEG published ​How to get tickets for the Britain's Got Talent Final

  23-05-2016 18:11
  
  The highly-anticipated Britain's Got Talent final takes place this Saturday, May 28 and you can be there. Tickets are still available to see the live action unfold, although it won't be easy. It might be a chance to see Nottinghamshire couple Peter and Shannon Parker who are competing in the semi-finals this week. Read more: Meet the Nottinghamshire couple who wowed the judges on Britain's Got TalentWhere is the final taking place?At The Fountain Studios in Wembley, northwest London.How do I get
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Forest defender Eric Lichaj features for USA but...

  23-05-2016 18:02
  
  Nottingham Forest defender Eric Lichaj added to his international caps in the USA's 3-1 victory over Puerto Rico. But the full-back has missed out on a place in head coach Jurgen Klinsmann's final squad for next month's Copa America Centenario. Lichaj was rewarded for his form with the Reds this season by making Klinsmann's provisional 40-man contingent, but is one of those to miss out as the group has been cut down to 23. "Obviously when you get down and you decide on the final...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Four senior promotions at Nelsons Solicitors

  23-05-2016 18:00
  
  Four senior promotions have been announced at Nottingham's Nelsons Solicitors. Family law specialist Kelvin Henderson has been promoted to partner at the firm alongside independent financial advisor Andy Hammond, who also steps up into the role of partner. Kelvin, who joined Nelsons in 2013 and specialises in separation, divorce, international divorce and prenuptial agreements said: "I joined Nelsons when I decided to return to my roots in Nottingham, where I started my legal career...
  
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• JemmaPage published Police given extension to investigate two Nottinghamshire MPs...

  23-05-2016 17:48
  
  Nottinghamshire Police have obtained a 12 month extension to investigate Anna Soubry and Mark Spencer's election expenses.The extension, which gives officers permission to investigate the MPs if they believe it is necessary, was granted on May 16.The Tory MPs are among 29 accused of not declaring costs associated with their party's RoadTrip battle bus in their local budgets at last year's general election.The buses, which crossed the country during the campaign, were estimated to have cost...
  
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• JemmaPage published Is this Nottingham's oldest woman? She has just turned 105 years...

  23-05-2016 17:36
  
  Eating plenty of smoked fish and rice is the key to a long life – according to centenarian Grace Stowe, who celebrated her 105th birthday on Monday. The mother-of-five, who is a resident of Acorn Care Home, in Carrington, fled Singapore during the Second World War to protect her family.In 1945, after the war, Grace and her family moved to Hong Kong before settling in Vancouver, Canada, some years later with her husband Stoyin, who she married in 1934. Grace moved to Rise Park, in...
  
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• Nottingham Post published England have to improve before the Euros, says Nottingham Forest...

  23-05-2016 17:18
  
  Nottingham Forest's two-time European Cup winner Kenny Burns gives his verdict on England ahead of Euro 2016. I happened to catch bits of the England game on Sunday and if they are to achieve something at the Euros, they have to be a lot better than they were against Turkey. They should really be sweeping those teams aside and they've a lot of work to do judging by what I saw. Jamie Vardy showed what he could do when he was moved up front from a wide position. He has the pace to trouble...
  
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• DanRussell published Dad was speeding at more than 100mph before deadly smash

  23-05-2016 17:12
  
  A father-of-two was driving at an average speed of 101mph before he crashed his car - killing himself and injuring three friends. An inquest into the death of Luca Cioci also heard that the 23-year-old was not wearing a seatbelt and had been drinking before getting behind the wheel - but a post mortem examination found he was below the drink drive limit. The Hayside Avenue, Balderton, resident was driving his Vauxhall Vectra along the A46 when he left the road and crashed through...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Forest goalkeeper signs for Ilkeston

  23-05-2016 16:45
  
  Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Ross Durrant has signed a one-year deal with Evo-Stik League Premier Division side Ilkeston. The 20-year-old says he turned down other offers, but wanted to return to the club where he spent time on loan last season. "I enjoy the football at this level and that is what's attracted me back to Ilkeston," said the shot-stopper, who has been at the City Ground since the age of 15. "I like the atmosphere amongst the team and the staff. "I like...
  
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• JonPritchard commented Man's head stamped on in shocking city centre attack

  23-05-2016 16:38
  
  A 23-year-old man suffered serious injuries when he was assaulted on a night out in Nottingham city centre. Nottinghamshire Police have released this shocking footage of the man's head being stamped on during the assault. Officers have released the footage urging for anyone who recognises the men in the video to contact them. Read more: Army en route to Nottinghamshire shopping centre after unidentified package found in toilets The assault happened at around 2.30am on March 12 in Cranbrook...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Stereophonics at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham: Essential Info

  23-05-2016 16:30
  
  Stereophonics will be returning to Nottingham in June for a show at the Motorpoint Arena, which follows the chart-topping success of their ninth studio album, Keep The Village Alive. The album was their sixth UK No. 1. Original members Kelly Jones (guitar, vocals) and Richard Jones (bass), will be joined by Adam Zindani (guitar, backing vocals), Jamie Morrison (drums) and touring member Tony Kirkham (keyboards). When? Thursday, June 2. Doors open at 6.30pm
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• JemmaPage published Army en route to Nottinghamshire shopping centre after unidentifi...

  23-05-2016 16:19
  
  The army is on its way to a Nottinghamshire shopping centre - which has been evacuated after an unidentified package was found in the toilets. Idlewells Shopping Centre, in Sutton-in-Ashfield, was evacuated at about 1.20pm on Monday, May 23, after the packaged was found in a toilet block in the centre. Idlewells Centre in Sutton evacuated after unidentified package found in toilets. Cordon in place. Army en route to inspect the item.— Notts Police (@nottspolice) May 23,...
  
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• BenIreland published St Ann's Allotments among hidden Nottingham gems boosted by...

  23-05-2016 16:19
  
  Historic allotments in inner-city Nottingham have been included in a list of 'secret' destinations to discover in a new campaign.Discover Britain has featured the grade II*-listed, 75-acre St Ann's Allotments in its list of hidden attractions in Nottingham.The Victorian town gardens, off Ransom Road, is home to over 700 plots, 140 varieties of apple, 43 types of bird and 32 miles of hedgerow.They are the largest inner city gardens in the country.Discover Britain's website includes a mile-long...
  
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• DanRobinson published Growing financial firm moves into bigger Nottingham office

  23-05-2016 16:18
  
  Financial services firm Ryley Wealth Management will move to a bigger office after boosting its client base by a quarter. The company is to move from Castle Quay, in Castle Boulevard, to The Arc, at NG2 Business Park, after working with NG2 Chartered Surveyors and law firm Shakespeare Martineau. David Ryley, CEO of Ryley Wealth Management, cited the business' growth – in particular a 25 percent increase in client numbers – in the past year as the key factor behind the move. He...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Alan Smith expects to sign new Notts County contract soon

  23-05-2016 15:49
  
  Midfielder Alan Smith says he wants to sign a new contract with Notts County.The 35-year-old is one of three players offered fresh deals by the Magpies – along with Haydn Hollis and Wes Atkinson. And Smith expects to put pen to paper soon, as he expressed his desire to stay at Meadow Lane. "I would imagine that I will be in the not too distant future," the former Manchester United star told the Post. And he added: "This is where I want to stay. I've no qualms about...
  
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• EllieCullen published Nottingham primary school evacuated amid bomb scare: Live

  23-05-2016 15:36
  
  Schools across the UK have been evacuated following a series of bomb threats - including one in Nottingham. Crabtree Farm Primary School in Bulwell is among those to have been affected. Children were taken to nearby Bulwell Riverside. Follow the latest updates here.
  
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• EllieCullen commented Nottingham school evacuated amid bomb scare

  23-05-2016 15:14
  
  Several schools across the country have been plunged into chaos amid a series of bomb threats - including one in Nottingham.Pupils have been evacuated from Crabtree Farm Primary School in Bulwell following the hoax calls.Parents received text messages telling them their children had been taken to Bulwell Riverside.Read more: Follow the latest updates on the evacuation here.A spokesman from Nottinghamshire Police said: "The school received a suspected hoax bomb threat at around 11am today...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Ian Siegal and Jimbo Mathus at The Lowdham Village Hall: Review

  23-05-2016 14:59
  
  Lowdham Village Hall, or as the locals prefer to call it, Lowdham Indoor Arena, is fast becoming a place to add to your list of gig venues that you shouldn't miss, and last night was no exception as they entertained Ian Siegal and his friend and co-writer, Jimbo Mathus. Siegal could well be the most accomplished musician you might possibly have never heard of. It has been said that if he had been performing and recording in the sixties his name would likely now resonate alongside such...
  
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• DanRussell published Inquest watches footage of dad's final moments before horror...

  23-05-2016 14:40
  
  Dashcam footage has shown a car drifting across the road moments before the crash which killed its 23-year-year old driver.The inquest into the death of Luca Cioci began on Monday morning and the coroner was told that he was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the smash, in which three of his friends who were passengers also suffered injuries.The father-of-two suffered multiple injuries on November 20 after the car he was driving along the A46 left the road. He was pronounced dead at the scene
  
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• BenIreland published Broken down lorry causes delays at Nottinghamshire junction for...

  23-05-2016 14:15
  
  A broken down lorry caused delays at a busy Nottinghamshire junction for more than four hours. Police had to divert traffic on Kirklington Road at its junction with Old Rufford Road – near Wheelgate Park and White Post Farm – as the vehicle was recovered.It was first reported before 9am and at 1pm traffic was still being directed by officers at the roundabout.Read more: Tributes paid to deputy leader of Conservatives in Nottinghamshire who died after a short illnessA police spokesman
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Forest reportedly set to appoint Spanish technical...

  23-05-2016 14:07
  
  Nottingham Forest are reportedly set to appoint a technical director.It is claimed in the national press that Spaniard Juan Jose Lorenzo is to take on the role, subject to investment from Olympiacos president Evangelos Marinakis.Lorenzo is currently head of scouting at Olympiacos, having joined in October 2012.Reds chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi last week confirmed he is in negotiations over a potential multi-million pound investment deal.Read more: Former Nottingham Forest boss Billy Davies 'hungry'.
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Nottingham Forest reportedly set to appoint Spanish technical...

  23-05-2016 14:07
  
  Nottingham Forest are reportedly set to appoint a technical director.It is claimed in the national press that Spaniard Juan Jose Lorenzo is to take on the role, subject to investment from Olympiacos president Evangelos Marinakis.Lorenzo is currently head of scouting at Olympiacos, having joined in October 2012.Reds chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi last week confirmed he is in negotiations over a potential multi-million pound investment deal.Read more: Former Nottingham Forest boss Billy Davies 'hungry'.
  
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• JemmaPage published Mobility scooter found abandoned in Long Eaton

  23-05-2016 13:53
  
  Police are trying to trace the owner of a mobility scooter - which was found abandoned in Long Eaton. The scooter was found in Cobden Street at about 3pm on Saturday, May 21. It is described as burgundy coloured and is marked with the name "Shoprider". Police community support officer Matt Boyer said: "We attended Cobden Street on Saturday afternoon after a report that children were riding on a mobility scooter nearby and the scooter was found abandoned.
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• BenIreland published Tributes paid to deputy leader of Conservatives in Nottinghamshir...

  23-05-2016 13:51
  
  Tributes have been paid to a "towering figure" of local politics in Nottinghamshire who has passed away.The death of Martin Suthers OBE has today been announced by his wife Pippa.Councillor Suthers was deputy leader of the Conservative Group at Nottinghamshire County Council up until his death and served as Lord Mayor of Nottingham in 1988-89 and as a Nottinghamshire County Councillor since 2000.He was also a member of the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, a former chairman of the...
  
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• BenIreland commented Tributes paid to deputy leader of Conservatives in Nottinghamshir...

  23-05-2016 13:51
  
  Tributes have been paid to a "towering figure" of local politics in Nottinghamshire.The death of Martin Suthers OBE was announced by his wife Pippa on Monday.Councillor Suthers was deputy leader of the Conservative Group at Nottinghamshire County Council up until his death and served as Lord Mayor of Nottingham in 1988-89 and as a Nottinghamshire County Councillor since 2000.He was also a member of the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, a former chairman of the Queen's Medical Centre...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published When are the fixtures released for the new season?

  23-05-2016 13:48
  
  The season for Nottinghamshire's three football clubs has long since been over.But no sooner does it come to an end, attention quickly turns to the next one. And with so much still up in the air at the City Ground and Meadow Lane especially, a summer of change is in the offing.One key date the supporters look for each and every summer, is fixture release day next month. Supporters will be able to plot their trips to relegated Premier League stadiums like St James' Park, Villa Park and Carrow...
  
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• JonPritchard commented Drivers protest over taxi rank changes

  23-05-2016 13:47
  
  Hundreds of taxi drivers marched in protest of plans to move the taxi rank next to Nottingham railway station. The drivers marched from Victoria Embankment down London Road and into Station Street, causing chaos on the roads for many drivers. The group, supported by union Unite, demanded a meeting with planning chiefs at Nottingham City Council over their plans to move the taxi rank in Station Street. The crowd outside Loxley House on Monday morning were chanting to speak to Councillor Nick...
  
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• JadeBeecroft published Is Nottingham in for a summer heatwave?

  23-05-2016 13:28
  
  Speculation has been rife that Nottingham may be heading towards a three-month heatwave. Can it really be true?Sadly, the answer is probably not.You may have heard the rumour, after forecasters suggested Britain could be in for a scorching summer.Piers Corbyn, forecaster for WeatherAction, said the UK was heading towards a "tremendous dry, warm and sunny flaming June".But don't get your bikinis out just yet...The Met Office has rubbished the claims, saying it cannot accurately predict...
  
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• BenIreland published More inspirational teenagers nominated for 4Uth awards

  23-05-2016 13:18
  
  A teenager who has overcome sight and speech challenges amid bullying has been nominated for a youth award.Liam Robson refused to let his impairments becoming a key member of Bilsthorpe Young People's Centre.And the 15-year-old, of Savile Road, is now helping charity MySight promote the Paralympic sport Boccia at his school - The Dukeries Academy.Boccia is a precision ball sport, similar to bocce, and related to bowls and pétanque.For his efforts, he's been nominated for the 4Uth Awards,.
  
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• JonPritchard published Can you beat our top score in this Harry Potter quiz?

  23-05-2016 12:57
  
  Nottingham's first Harry Potter-themed convention will be taking place this summer - but how well do you know the franchise? Test your knowledge with our quiz below, and don't forget to let us know how you get on!
  Hundreds of 'Muggles', wizards, witches, giants, werewolves and goblins are expected to swoop into the city when the two-day World of Wizardry spectacle takes place at the Nottingham Conference Centre.Family-run company Daydream Events, which holds themed conventions in...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Improving train services from Nottingham to London is top...

  23-05-2016 12:29
  
  East Midlands Trains runs Nottingham Rail Station and routes from London to the East Midlands. Managing director Jake Kelly speaks to Gemma Toulson about the company's plans to expand and improve services. Securing additional funding to improve services to London and increase capacity on routes into Nottingham are top priorities for East Midlands Trains, says managing director Jake Kelly. The company runs services from London St Pancras International to the East Midlands and South Yorkshire,...
  
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