• DanRussell published Flat fire in Woodthorpe

    DanRussell published Flat fire in Woodthorpe
    Three fire engines were called to a flat blaze in Nottingham.The fire was reported at a property in Collin Green, Woodthorpe, at 7.16pm on Tuesday.Crews from Stockhill, Arnold and Central Fire Station attended.No one was injured and the area was made safe by 9.05pm. Read more: Nottingham man fined and banned from begging in city centre
  • Transplant woman slams benefits test

    Transplant woman slams benefits test
    A Nottinghamshire woman who has had two kidney transplants says a "flawed" benefits test has left her out of pocket and without transport.
  • GemmaToulson published China could be the next destination for East Midlands Airport

    GemmaToulson published China could be the next destination for East Midlands Airport
    Flights to China could take off from East Midlands airport following talks between Nottingham and Chinese officials. Ian Curryer, chief executive of Nottingham City Council, said he had held "very constructive discussions" with Ningbo Airport while visiting the city as part of a business delegation. And East Midlands Airport chiefs have described securing sustainable scheduled long haul flights to China, America and destinations in the Middle East as a "major goal".
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  • DanRussell published Burglary at Ilkeston home

    DanRussell published Burglary at Ilkeston home
    Police are appealing for witnesses following a burglary at an Ilkeston home.The incident happened at a property in Hexham Avenue during the early hours of Wednesday, May 11.The occupants of the house woke at about 2am and heard noises downstairs.Read more: Nottingham man fined and banned from begging in city centreNo-one was seen in the house but in the morning sets of keys were missing. It's possible the burglars were disturbed.Anyone with information about the crime should contact DC Leah...
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  • TracyWalker commented Nottingham's tram network is best-loved in the UK

    TracyWalker commented Nottingham's tram network is best-loved in the UK
    Nottingham's tram network is leading the way across the country for customer satisfaction, an independent passenger survey has revealed. It comes in a year that saw the completion of the system's expansion to Clifton and Toton, and associated teething problems, including passengers on the new lines being separated after tram doors closed, leaving relatives or friends on the platform, with some on the tram. Other problems have included power outages on the network disrupting services. But...
  • Nottingham man fined and banned from begging in city centre - Nottingham Post

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    Nottingham man fined and banned from begging in city centre
    Nottingham Post
    A Nottingham man has been banned from begging in the city centre for two years - after receiving six previous convictions for the same offence. Martyn Marshall was given the Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) following begging incidents during February and ...and more »
  • Nottingham Post published Hampshire v Nottinghamshire: Day three report and reaction

    Nottingham Post published Hampshire v Nottinghamshire: Day three report and reaction
    Former Notts batsman Will Smith led by example with a steady half century, but three mini-collapses has set up an exciting final day at the Ageas Bowl in the clash between Hampshire and Nottinghamshire.Smith, who is Hampshire's Specsavers County Championship skipper while James Vince is with England this summer, notched his first 50 of the season on a deceptive track.He reached the milestone in 141 balls to give the home side a 270-run lead with two wickets in hand going into the fourth...
  • rsherdley published Pub punch-up ends in jail for Newthorpe man

    rsherdley published Pub punch-up ends in jail for Newthorpe man
    A punch-up in a Broxtowe pub was over the victim allegedly robbing a man's elderly grandparents, a court heard.Kieron Power, of Engine Lane, Newthorpe, thumped the man in The Beechdale pub in what was described in court as a 'mob-handed' attack.Today, he was locked up for 18 months after admitting assault, causing bodily harm.Sentencing Power, Judge Timothy Spencer said it was one of the most serious cases of its kind he had come across during his 30-year career as a barrister and judge.The...
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  • rsherdley commented Pub punch-up ends in jail for Newthorpe man

    rsherdley commented Pub punch-up ends in jail for Newthorpe man
    A punch-up in a Broxtowe pub was over the victim allegedly robbing a man's elderly grandparents, a court heard.Kieron Power, of Engine Lane, Newthorpe, thumped the man in The Beechdale pub in what was described in court as a 'mob-handed' attack.Today, he was locked up for 18 months after admitting assault, causing bodily harm.Sentencing Power, Judge Timothy Spencer said it was one of the most serious cases of its kind he had come across during his 30-year career as a barrister and judge.The...
  • TracyWalker published Nottinghamshire acts on TV talent shows through the years

    TracyWalker published Nottinghamshire acts on TV talent shows through the years
    From Su Pollard to Shannon and Peter - there's no denying that Nottinghamshire's got talent. The county has had more than its fair share of acts that have made it onto our television screens over the years, whether it be showing off impressive vocals, strutting their stuff or demonstrating amazing skills on a musical instrument. Our most recent stars - Shannon and Peter Parker, of Ollerton, reached Monday night's semi-final of Britain's Got Talent (BGT), narrowly missing out on a place in...
  • JenniferScott published Adventure golf course could open in Nottingham park by next...

    JenniferScott published Adventure golf course could open in Nottingham park by next...
    A new adventure golf course could bring more visitors to one of Nottingham's finest green spaces, according to the city council. The local authority will meet on Friday to discuss the plan for Highfields Park, the backdrop of the main campus of the University of Nottingham. The idea was part of a "wish list" for the restoration of the site, but funding from the council and the Heritage Lottery Fund could not stretch to the replacement for the existing putting green.Read more: It's...
  • JenniferScott commented Adventure golf course could open in Nottingham park by next...

    JenniferScott commented Adventure golf course could open in Nottingham park by next...
    A new adventure golf course could bring more visitors to one of Nottingham's finest green spaces, according to the city council. The local authority will meet on Friday to discuss the plan for Highfields Park, the backdrop of the main campus of the University of Nottingham. The idea was part of a "wish list" for the restoration of the site, but funding from the council and the Heritage Lottery Fund could not stretch to the replacement for the existing putting green.Read more: It's...
  • DanRussell published National Lottery raises £35 billion for good causes

    DanRussell published National Lottery raises £35 billion for good causes
    More than £35 billion has been raised by Lottery players for good causes since the draw was launched in 1994.Nottinghamshire is one of the luckiest places in the country for lottery winners – with the draws making an average of one millionaire every four months. However, community projects and major building schemes in the county have also benefited over the years from cash injections. In total 450,000 projects across the country havebeen given funding including local ones...
  • Leigh_Curtis published John Sheridan now hot favourite to be next Notts County manager

    Leigh_Curtis published John Sheridan now hot favourite to be next Notts County manager
    John Sheridan is the new bookmakers' favourite to become the manager of Notts County.The Oldham Athletic boss was installed as 1/1 to take the job by Sky Bet as the club continues its search for Mark Cooper's successor.Sheridan is currently under contract at Oldham, but has been touted as a contender for the Leeds United job.He was linked with the Magpies back in January when he was manager of Newport County but moved to Oldham.Read more: Check out our January poll when Sheridan was last linked.
  • Leigh_Curtis commented John Sheridan now hot favourite to be next Notts County manager

    Leigh_Curtis commented John Sheridan now hot favourite to be next Notts County manager
    John Sheridan is the new bookmakers' favourite to become the manager of Notts County.The Oldham Athletic boss was installed as 1/1 to take the job by Sky Bet as the club continues its search for Mark Cooper's successor.Sheridan is currently under contract at Oldham, but has been touted as a contender for the Leeds United job.He was linked with the Magpies back in January when he was manager of Newport County but moved to Oldham.Read more: Check out our January poll when Sheridan was last linked.
  • Sarah_Clapson published Keeping lid on expectations could be easier said than done at...

    Sarah_Clapson published Keeping lid on expectations could be easier said than done at...
    Nottingham Forest writer Sarah Clapson on why a little bit of optimism would be a welcome change for Reds fans Next season, Nottingham Forest will have a new manager. They may well have a multi-million pound investor. They should have their star striker primed to fire on all cylinders.It may not seem like it now, amid all the uncertainty and speculation, but the Reds could start the 2016/17 campaign in a promising position.For the majority of fans across the country, of course, it was ever...
  • JonPritchard published Over a third of young adults can't afford to rent in Nottingham

    JonPritchard published Over a third of young adults can't afford to rent in Nottingham
    More than a third of young adults in Nottingham still live at home with their parents because they can't afford to pay rent, research has revealed.More young adults (over 21) are opting to stay at home and research carried out by online retailer Direct Blinds shows 36 per cent of people in Nottingham can't afford to rent. But other reasons for staying at home include saving for a house deposit, wanting to stay close to family and to have more disposable income.One young professional who has...
  • JonPritchard commented Over a third of young adults can't afford to rent in Nottingham

    JonPritchard commented Over a third of young adults can't afford to rent in Nottingham
    More than a third of young adults in Nottingham still live at home with their parents because they can't afford to pay rent, research has revealed.More young adults (over 21) are opting to stay at home and research carried out by online retailer Direct Blinds shows 36 per cent of people in Nottingham can't afford to rent. But other reasons for staying at home include saving for a house deposit, wanting to stay close to family and to have more disposable income.One young professional who has...
  • DanRobinson published How Harry Potter magic helped inspire growing Nottingham property...

    DanRobinson published How Harry Potter magic helped inspire growing Nottingham property...
    Chilwell-based property firm SDL Group recently hit the headlines after taking over two businesses to create the fourth largest auction operation in the country. But that's just the tip of an iceberg constantly growing, as Dan Robinson finds out when he speaks to chief executive Paul Gratton Paul Gratton still remembers the day he realised his entrepreneurial instincts could be held back no longer – and, strangely enough, it had a touch of Harry Potter magic. It was 2006, he had just...
  • DanRobinson published Hillarys staff go the extra mile to support end-of-life care

    DanRobinson published Hillarys staff go the extra mile to support end-of-life care
    Staff at a Nottingham blinds business have raised more than £22,000 for charities – helping to improve end-of-life care. Over the past 18 months, almost all of the 1,000 people employed across Hillarys' two main Nottingham sites – itsheadquarters at the Colwick Industrial Estate and manufacturing site at Glaisdale Industrial Estate, in Bilborough – have been involved in fundraising.Activities included "funball" games, raffles, coffee mornings, fabric sales,...
  • Clements signs new deal with Mansfield

    Clements signs new deal with Mansfield
    Mansfield Town midfielder Chris Clements signs a new contract with the League Two side.
  • Nottingham Post published Blair leaves Mansfield Town as Clements signs new deal

    Nottingham Post published Blair leaves Mansfield Town as Clements signs new deal
    Winger Matty Blair has turned down a new deal at Mansfield Town and signed for Doncaster Rovers.The 26-year-old joined the Stags in January 2015, after leaving Fleetwood Town.Shortly after making the move, his season was ended by a knee injury, but he came back to make 32 appearances last term.However, there was better news as Chris Clements has signed a new contract with the club.It was revealed last week that the 26-year-old midfielder had been offered a new contract by manager Adam Murray and
  • Nottingham Post published Delivery driver tried to save life of 100mph death crash dad

    Nottingham Post published Delivery driver tried to save life of 100mph death crash dad
    A delivery man was praised by a bereaved mum for trying to save a driver who died in a 101mph crash on the way to a Nottingham casino.Ali Mohammadi was the first rescuer at the scene of the accident, which left three passengers hurt and claimed the life of father-of-two Luca Cioci, 23, on the A46.He talked to the unconscious Mr Cioci, and followed the phoned instructions from an ambulance woman in the hope that the driver could be revived.After the inquest, on Tuesday, Mr Cioci's partner Katie..
  • rsherdley published Prisoner who 'looked like Santa' was killed in his cell, jury...

    rsherdley published Prisoner who 'looked like Santa' was killed in his cell, jury...
    A jury has heard how a prisoner described to police how he killed another inmate who "looked like Santa" and asked officers "how can you kill Santa?"David Gomersall was arrested in connection with the death of 80-year-old John Coxall at HMP Nottingham.He had revealed to police the horrific intricacies of how he strangled the pensioner after drinking tea in the man's cell.Jurors at Gomersall's trial at Nottingham Crown Court heard today the transcript of his account to...
  • Doncaster sign Mansfield winger Blair

    Doncaster sign Mansfield winger Blair
    Winger Matty Blair signs a two-year deal with Doncaster after rejecting a new contract to stay with Mansfield.
  • RachelGorman published Everything we love about Nottingham in nine funky animations

    RachelGorman published Everything we love about Nottingham in nine funky animations
    Whether it's ice cream at the Old Market Square's beach in the summer, feeling a swelling pride that ten seconds of Batman was filmed at Wollaton Hall, or tucking into a big fat tasty burger at Annie's, there's just so much stuff that makes Nottingham... well, Nottingham.In celebration of the quirky (Cockle Man), cool (Jake Bugg) and cultured (Robin Hood) things that make us the duckies that we are, video production agency Skeleton have made ten short animated flick books (or GIFs) just for...
  • JenniferScott commented Nigel Farage says campaign to leave the EU is 'peasants' revolt'

    JenniferScott commented Nigel Farage says campaign to leave the EU is 'peasants' revolt'
    Voting out of the European Union is a chance for the people of Nottingham to regain "pride and self-respect", according to the leader of UKIP.Nigel Farage rolled into Bulwell on Tuesday in his open-top referendum bus to spread his message of Brexit and talk to local residents and traders before the vote on June 23.Blaring the theme of "The Great Escape" through speakers and waving his passport in the air, the controversial MEP seemed...
  • Leigh_Curtis published Nottingham Forest owner Fawaz Al Hasawi to run for parliament in...

    Leigh_Curtis published Nottingham Forest owner Fawaz Al Hasawi to run for parliament in...
    Nottingham Forest chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi could be set for a move into politics amid reports he will be vying for a seat in parliament -in next year's Kuwait general election. According to the media in Kuwait, the Reds' owner has reportedly declared his intention to challenge for one of 50 member seats in the National Assembly during a ceremony to honour Kuwaiti Premier League champions Al Qadsia. Al Hasawi is expected to be an independent candidate in the third of five constituencies...
  • Leigh_Curtis commented Nottingham Forest owner Fawaz Al Hasawi to run for parliament in...

    Leigh_Curtis commented Nottingham Forest owner Fawaz Al Hasawi to run for parliament in...
    Nottingham Forest chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi could be set for a move into politics amid reports he will be vying for a seat in parliament -in next year's Kuwait general election. According to the media in Kuwait, the Reds' owner has reportedly declared his intention to challenge for one of 50 member seats in the National Assembly during a ceremony to honour Kuwaiti Premier League champions Al Qadsia. Al Hasawi is expected to be an independent candidate in the third of five constituencies...
  • Nottingham Post published Meet the teenage brothers juggling two businesses

    Nottingham Post published Meet the teenage brothers juggling two businesses
    Two teenage brothers from Forest Fields already have one successful business under their belt – now they're ready to begin a new venture after one of them won a national competition. Umar Ghaffar, 16, and his brother Usman, 19, are planning to build a network of successful business leaders who would mentor young entrepreneurs in Nottingham and deliver talks in schools and colleges. Umar, who is studying at Bilborough College, came up with the idea and it won him first place in the...
  • Leigh_Curtis published Nottingham Forest must install a chief executive, writes Matthew...

    Leigh_Curtis published Nottingham Forest must install a chief executive, writes Matthew...
    With Nottingham Forest set to welcome new investment over the summer, Nottingham Forest fan Matthew Farrugia outlines what he would like to see take place at the City Ground. Patience is key, but for long-suffering Nottingham Forest fans, that is something that's been missing for some time. And to be honest, I do not blame them. If there is something that's never missing at the City Ground however, it is drama. The latest news of potential investment surely has got us on our...
  • BenIreland published Derelict Ilkeston pub up for sale at auction, with bids from...

    BenIreland published Derelict Ilkeston pub up for sale at auction, with bids from...
    A derelict pub and nightclub which closed after over a century operating in Ilkeston could be brought back to life now its up for auction.The Old Wine Vaults, later known as Captain Gregory's Wine Vaults, has been empty since its former manager had their licence revoked following issues such as under-age drinking and allegations of drug use in the late 2000s.Now, the building is up for sale at auction – with a guide price of £100,000 – and residents hope it can be used as a...
  • Nottingham Post published Skipper Dan Montagu leaves Nottingham Rugby

    Nottingham Post published Skipper Dan Montagu leaves Nottingham Rugby
    Nottingham Rugby captain Dan Montagu has left the club to pursue new career opportunities outside of professional rugby union.The 32 year-old lock has opted not to sign a new deal with the club where he had spent a total of seven seasons over two separate spells.Montagu first signed with the Green and Whites in the 2006/07 season. He then moved on to Bristol at the start of the 2009/10 season, before returning to Nottingham in the summer of 2012, going on to be named club captain for the 2015/16
  • Leigh_Curtis published Alan Smith contract offer is a no brainer for Notts County,...

    Leigh_Curtis published Alan Smith contract offer is a no brainer for Notts County,...
    Back in 2007, Manchester United were preparing for an FA Cup replay against Reading when Sir Alex Ferguson was asked about Alan Smith. He was returning from a broken leg and a dislocated ankle suffered in an FA Cup tie against Liverpool the previous year, and his manager was effusive in his praise. "The one thing you know about Alan Smith is he has great courage and enthusiasm to play football, which always gives him a chance," he said. While the legs may be growing weary from...
  • 'Child slave' receives council apology

    'Child slave' receives council apology
    A man who says he worked as a child slave after being taken into foster care receives an apology from his local authority.
  • DanRussell commented Nottingham man fined and banned from begging in city centre

    DanRussell commented Nottingham man fined and banned from begging in city centre
    A Nottingham man has been banned from begging in the city centre for two years - after receiving six previous convictions for the same offence. Martyn Marshall was given the Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) following begging incidents during February and was issued with a fine that included court costs totalling £654. The 34-year-old, of Osman Close, The Meadows, was found regularly approaching members of the public standing in bus shelters or sitting dining at outside bars and cafes and...
  • Leigh_Curtis commented Nottingham Forest and Derby to challenge for Bradford boss Phil...

    Leigh_Curtis commented Nottingham Forest and Derby to challenge  for Bradford boss Phil...
    Nottingham Forest could be set for a tug of war with arch rivals Derby County for Bradford manager Phil Parkinson.According to reports, the Reds and the Rams are both monitoring the Bantams boss who has had another excellent season at Valley Parade.But despite leading them to the play-offs, Bradford's new German owners are said to want to replace Parkinson with former Wigan boss Uwe Rosler.That is believed to have alerted several Championship clubs to Parkinson's availability.Read more: Forest..
  • JonPritchard published Suspended dentist Desmond D'Mello has 'no intention of ever...

    JonPritchard published Suspended dentist Desmond D'Mello has 'no intention of ever...
    Suspended dentist Desmond D'Mello has confirmed he has no plans to practise again.Last year, the General Dental Council (GDC) confirmed Mr D'Mello has applied for "voluntary erasure" from its register of dentists.Mr D'Mello was suspended in August 2014 after a whistleblower filmed him failing to change his gloves and not cleaning dental instruments between patients at his practice in Daybrook. The revelation led to the biggest recall in the history of the NHS, with 22,000 patients who...
  • JenniferScott published Nottingham criminal on the run from Derbyshire prison

    JenniferScott published Nottingham criminal on the run from Derbyshire prison
    Police are hunting for a man from Nottingham who is on the run from prison. Shawn Anthony Khera, 27, absconded from Sudbury prison in Derbyshire on Saturday night and has not been seen since. Read more: Could you visit police cells to check on inmates' welfare?He was serving a four-year sentence for conspiracy to supply crack cocaine and conspiracy to possess cocaine with intent to supply, after appearing in Nottingham Crown Court in February 2015. Now forces from Derbsyhire and Nottinghamshire.
  • DanRobinson published New president of accountancy body wants to appeal to younger...

    DanRobinson published New president of accountancy body wants to appeal to younger...
    The managing director of an East Midlands accountancy firm has been announced as the new head of a professional body representing Nottingham. Kultaran Singh takes over from Simon Gray, of Pembridge Gray Limited, as the president of the Nottingham, Derby and Lincoln Society of Chartered Accountants (NDLSCA). Mr Singh is currently managing director of HSKS Greenhalgh, which has an office with 25 staff in Park Row, Nottingham, and is a former president of the Derby Society of Chartered...
  • Leigh_Curtis commented Nottingham Forest offer cheeky glimpse of new kit

    Leigh_Curtis commented Nottingham Forest offer cheeky glimpse of new kit
    Nottingham Forest have offered a tantalising glimpse of their new kit.A date for its full launch has yet to be announced, but the pictures of the shirt's shoulder has already got tongues wagging.Forest cleverly blacked out the rest of the shirt which is set to have a new sponsor for the new season.Read more: Fans split over Neil Warnock as managerBut what they did show was a cheeky shot of the Garibaldi red kit which is being made by Adidas.Ben Osborn in Nottingham Forest's current kit.The famed
  • DanRobinson published Dunelm gives opening date for new Nottingham store

    DanRobinson published Dunelm gives opening date for new Nottingham store
    Home furnishings retailer Dunelm will open its new Nottingham store next week – stocking more than 20,000 products. The 36,000 sq ft shop, in Queens Drive, will create 40 new jobs after moving from Castle Retail Park. Lord Mayor of Nottingham, Councillor Mohammed Saghir, will be accompanied by double-winning Nottingham Panthers ice hockey team captain David Clarke and mascot Paws in a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the shop on Wednesday, June 1, at 9am. Dunelm chief executive John...
  • DanRobinson published Behind the scenes of Nottingham's global video game studio

    DanRobinson published Behind the scenes of Nottingham's global video game studio
    Dambuster Studios, in Nottingham, has spent the past five years developing major video game Homefront: The Revolution. Dan Robinson visits the city centre studios to find out what goes on behind the scenes ahead of its worldwide release – and how it is enhancing the city's reputation in the industry Playstations on desks, staff wearing headphones and flip-flops and an endless supply of soft drinks – which other kind of office would allow such a chilled-out environment than a gaming..
  • JenniferScott published Nottinghamshire County Council apologises to victim after child...

    JenniferScott published Nottinghamshire County Council apologises to victim after child...
    A Nottinghamshire man who claims to be the victim of child slavery has received an apology from the local authority.Terry Lodge, 55, said his foster parents made him work on a farm when he was only eight-years-old, and sent him to a foundry at 11, whilst suffering abuse at their hands during the 60s and 70s. But despite reporting the pair, no action was taken.Now Nottinghamshire County Council has offered its apologies and accepted the Bassetlaw man "suffered harm" in its care. Read...
  • NottmPostEG published Oreo cocktails and tapas on offer at revamped Oriental Pearl Bar

    NottmPostEG published Oreo cocktails and tapas on offer at revamped Oriental Pearl Bar
    The Oriental Pearl Bar in West Bridgford has reopened as Chin Chin – a 'slick, up-market pan-asian eatery'. Here's everything we know so far. The adjoining Oriental Pearl Restaurant is still open (although it's undergoing some refurbishments itself in the coming months), but the bar, which opened on Friday, May 6, has been reinvented as a modern all-day tapas establishment.
    Read more: New 'chemistry' coffee shop opens its doorsWhere is it? Chin Chin is located on Bridgford Road in...
  • Nottingham Post published Managing director to tackle 16 mile walking challenge for charity

    Nottingham Post published Managing director to tackle 16 mile walking challenge for charity
    The managing director of East Midlands-based company BSP Consulting is tacklinga 16-mile walking challenge to raise money for charity. David Sumner, a founding director of the company, which has an office in Nottingham, will take part in the 10in10 – an annual walk that conquers 10 peaks in 10 hours in the Lake District and raises money for the MS Society. In December 2014, he raised more than £6,000 for the charity after climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa, the highest...
  • RachelGorman published Madness to play Motorpoint Arena in December

    RachelGorman published Madness to play Motorpoint Arena in December
    Ska band Madness have announced their first major arena tour in more than two years which will see them play 11 dates across the UK this winter - including a stop off at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena in December. The band have been locked up the studio finishing their new album Can't Touch Us Now due for release in October this year. The new tour will see the band showcase new tracks from their forthcoming album as well playing all the hits and fan favourites.
    Read more: Nottinghamshire...
  • Barry_Cooper commented Could betting firm be the new Nottingham Forest sponsor?

    Barry_Cooper commented Could betting firm be the new Nottingham Forest sponsor?
    Talk of a new manager and new ownership has engulfed the City Ground in recent weeks. The Reds are without a boss and speculation has been rife about who could be the man to replace Dougie Freedman. But one thing could be announced before any new investment or new manager, and that's the club's sponsor. Since 2014, Forest have had Fawaz Al Hasawi's name splashed across the front of their shirts, but that deal has ended. Read more: Nottingham Forest announce new sponsorship deal - with...
  • Sarah_Clapson published Nottinghamshire bowler Jackson Bird called up to Australia squad

    Sarah_Clapson published Nottinghamshire bowler Jackson Bird called up to Australia squad
    Nottinghamshire's Jackson Bird has been called up to the Australia squad for their tour of Sri Lanka. The fast bowler's Notts commitments are unaffected, with Bird's Trent Bridge spell coming to an end after the County Championship clash with Lancashire in July. The Test series then gets underway three weeks later. The 29-year-old's last Test appearance saw him bag five wickets against New Zealand, while he has taken 11 for the club in four matches. Bird was signed by Notts to replace...
  • NottmPostEG published Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean at Lace...

    NottmPostEG published Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean at Lace...
    Plays falling into the "all girls together" sub-genre are invariably third-rate or worse – think Calendar Girls, Steel Magnolias or Ladies' Day. And they always seem to play the cancer card. But this one is different. We get that cancer card all right, but in every other respect it's in an entirely different class.In 1955 a group of small-town Texas teenage girls and one effeminate boy, who idealised James Dean, met regularly at the local drugstore. At one such meeting they...

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