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• BenIreland published Teenagers get free Summer Jam tickets for improved school...

  31-05-2016 21:57
  
  Teenagers have been upping their attendance at Nottinghamshire schools to get free tickets to a gig featuring R&B stars Chipmunk, Geko and local grime artist Gino. The Summer Jam event takes place at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena on July 28 and sells itself as the biggest indoor music, dance and comedy festival in the city. And some lucky youngsters have bagged themselves free tickets, which usually cost £17.50, for improving their attendance at school. It follows recent...
  
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• MattDavies published 'I've got the ability to get Notts County out of this division',...

  31-05-2016 20:41
  
  Seeing a new manager pose with a Notts County scarf overhead has become as regular as the changing of the seasons at Meadow Lane – weather not football. John Sheridan has become the fourth permanent boss in just over a year since Shaun Derry was sacked March in 2015. Ricardo Moniz and Jamie Fullarton all fell by the wayside with little success, then Mark Cooper took over the reins before being tempted by the riches of non-league Forest Green Rovers. Cooper spoke his mind, while Moniz...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Forest need to be ready to seize their chance after...

  31-05-2016 20:08
  
  Having seemingly missed out on Gus Poyet and Nigel Pearson, Nottingham Forest reporter Sarah Clapson says the Reds must not be caught cold again. Missed chances in front of goal proved costly for Nottingham Forest last season. Now, for some, the worry seems to be that the same could prove true off the pitch. What started off as a wide open race for the top job at the City Ground has turned into something of a marathon, with various contenders dropping out along the way. And still no finish...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Nottingham Forest need to be ready to seize their chance after...

  31-05-2016 20:08
  
  Having seemingly missed out on Gus Poyet and Nigel Pearson, Nottingham Forest reporter Sarah Clapson says the Reds must not be caught cold again. Missed chances in front of goal proved costly for Nottingham Forest last season. Now, for some, the worry seems to be that the same could prove true off the pitch. What started off as a wide open race for the top job at the City Ground has turned into something of a marathon, with various contenders dropping out along the way. And still no finish...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts Premier League leaders Plumtree return to winning ways

  31-05-2016 19:54
  
  Notts Premier League leaders Plumtree returned to winning ways at Ordsall Bridon in round seven. The home side won the toss and invited Plumtree to bat first, watching as Hassan Azad and Saad Ashraf (47) scored 90 for the opening wicket. Oliver Soames (32) joined Azad to take the score to 170 before a fightback from Bridon saw wickets fall regularly, Azad included for 87. With Gary Andrews grabbing 4 for 44, Plumtree were all out in the last over for 245. That was as good as it got for...
  
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• BenIreland published Two men arrested on suspicion of murder after sudden death of...

  31-05-2016 19:37
  
  Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after the sudden death of a 38-year-old woman in Nottingham.Police were called to a flat in Radford Road, New Basford, in the early hours of Saturday May 28, at around 12.30am, where they found the woman's body.Two men, aged 53 and 50, were arrested on suspicion of murder and bailed as officers continue their inquiries.They are still looking into the nature of the woman's death.Read more: How Nottingham reacted to bomb scare at intu's Victoria...
  
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• MattDavies published Notts Outlaws close to signing T20 Blast overseas star - but not...

  31-05-2016 19:34
  
  Notts Outlaws are close to bringing in a second overseas signing for part of their NatWest T20 Blast campaign, but he will not arrive before Wednesday's trip to Durham Jets.Mick Newell's side have Australia international Dan Christian on board for the duration of the tournament and have been heavily linked to West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell.Any deal would likely be on a short-term basis and World T20 winner Russell is available after being overlooked by his country following a successful..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke thrilled to take on Euro...

  31-05-2016 19:23
  
  Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke says he cannot wait for another "massive learning experience" when Scotland take on Euro 2016 hosts France. Burke came off the bench as the Scots suffered a frustrating night in Malta on Sunday when they went down 1-0 to Italy in the second of two difficult post-season friendlies. The challenge only gets harder when Scotland go to Metz. Some have questioned whether manager Gordon Strachan will be regretting taking on the matches after seeing...
  
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• BenIreland published Unique statuette of fairy stolen from Nottingham mum's grave on...

  31-05-2016 19:10
  
  A "unique" statuette of a fairy has been reported stolen from the grave of a woman described by family as the "kindest person you'd ever know".The statuette was pinched from Ann Carole Hopewell's grave less than a month before the ten-year anniversary of her passing, and is one of three reports of thefts from graves at Wilford Hill Cemetery over the bank holiday weekend.And her family have now made a public plea for the return of the ceramic fairy, which they bought from...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Where you can watch Euro 2016 in Nottingham?

  31-05-2016 19:00
  
  The European Championships in France get under way in June.England have qualified for the tournament, which takes place from June 10 to July 10 and we've pulled together a guide for the best places to watch the games across Nottingham. The Southbank Bar Where? 1 Bridgford House, Trent Bridge, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 5GJ The South Bank Bar is famous for its live music and one of the best places to watch live sport. They are the perfect place for a drink and show every major sports...
  
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• rsherdley published Woman fought off attacker who struck near Ilkeston school

  31-05-2016 17:56
  
  Did you witness an assault outside a school in Ilkeston over the Bank Holiday?Detectives have issued a witness appeal after a 31-year-old woman was attacked on her way home from a night out.The woman bravely fought off the man and got to safety after he pounced at the back of Chaucer Infant and Nursery School in Cantelupe Road.Now, police have retraced her footsteps in the hope they can find the culprit.Read more: Ilkeston burglars made off in victim's BMW before dumping it in Nottinghamshire...
  
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• JenniferScott commented Christians cross over religious bookshop row

  31-05-2016 17:55
  
  A row has broken out between a Catholic family and a Protestant bookshop over a present for Holy Communion. Grandmother Muriel Swan said she was offended when staff at The Mustard Seed Christian Bookshop told her that they do not stock catholic literature and goods. The Redhill resident was looking for a gift for her grandson for his first holy communion. But the shop only stocks Protestant goods, despite advertising as a Christian store.The 61-year-old...
  
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• DanRobinson published Nottingham vs London - there's no contest, says Creative Quarter...

  31-05-2016 17:49
  
  As the Creative Quarter marks its third birthday, Dan Robinson finds out what it has achieved so far Offices that can fit up to 15 people in Sneinton Market cost the same as one square-foot in London's Shoreditch area, says a firm that has just moved in. Digital marketing agency Gather Social decided to relocate from Lace Market House to an empty 700 sq ft unit in the revamped market as it provides a platform for steady growth at a fraction of the cost in the capital. The firm celebrated...
  
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• DanRobinson commented Nottingham vs London - there's no contest, says Creative Quarter...

  31-05-2016 17:49
  
  As the Creative Quarter marks its third birthday, Dan Robinson finds out what it has achieved so far Offices that can fit up to 15 people in Sneinton Market cost the same as one square-foot in London's Shoreditch area, says a firm that has just moved in. Digital marketing agency Gather Social decided to relocate from Lace Market House to an empty 700 sq ft unit in the revamped market as it provides a platform for steady growth at a fraction of the cost in the capital. The firm celebrated...
  
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• FA to lead study on brain disease

  31-05-2016 17:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The FA will lead a study into possible links between football and brain diseases, after a campaign by the family of former Notts County striker Jeff Astle.
  
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• GemmaToulson published Companies fail to use technology in the fight against fraud

  31-05-2016 17:29
  
  Technology is proving business' Achilles heel in the fight against fraud, according to new research by KPMG. A report by the business advisory firm reveals that while a quarter of fraudsters use technology to defraud companies, only three percent of businesses detected illegal behaviour using data analytics. It also shows that 24 percent of technology-enabled frauds were caught accidentally. Del Heppenstall, director and cyber security lead for the Midlands at KPMG, said: "As...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire v Durham: Day four report: Brendan Taylor writes...

  31-05-2016 17:27
  
  Brendan Taylor wrote his name into the Nottinghamshire record books on the final day of their County Championship match against Durham at Trent Bridge. The former Zimbabwe captain was undefeated on 105 when rain brought a premature conclusion to the contest early in the afternoon, leaving both sides to settle on a draw. Taylor's second hundred of the match made him the first Notts batsman to achieve the feat since Russell Warren, who did it against Middlesex, at Lord's in 2003. He's the...
  
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• GemmaToulson published ​Optician to launch sunglasses business at ATP tennis championsh...

  31-05-2016 17:15
  
  Optician's practice Lesley Cree is capitalising on the fact Nottingham is hosting the Pre-Wimbledon ATP tennis championships to launch a new business selling designer sunglasses. Lesley Cree will launch the new business which has been branded "Sunnies " at the tennis championship's which start with the women's tournament from June 4 to 12 and the Men's tournament between June 18 and 25. the business will have a pop-up shop in the tented village to display and sell a range of designer...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Glee comedy club handing it 1,000 free tickets to...

  31-05-2016 17:08
  
  The Glee comedy club is handing out 1,000 free tickets to at a number of secret locations. The #BigGleeGiveaway kicks off on Monday and lasts until Monday, July 11. For six weeks, the Canal Street club will reveal a series of secret locations around the city where eager comedy fans can grab their freebies. The locations will be announced on the venue's website every Monday morning at 10am and via social media using the hashtag #BigGleeGiveaway.Tom Hunt, The Glee's marketing director said:...
  
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• JenniferScott commented Tram line STILL down after fallen tree

  31-05-2016 16:57
  
  The issues with one of Nottingham's tramlines are set to continue "into the evening", according to a NET spokesman. A large tree fell onto the tracks this morning, blocking both directions close to Toton Lane. Tree on the line @NETTram pic.twitter.com/NFwmde5fD7— Steve Moss (@mosseyuk) May 31, 2016 But more than four hours later, the line is still not running between Cator Lane and the University of Nottingham.
  A spokesman from the tram line told the Post it was now...
  
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• Nottingham Post published 11 restaurants in Nottingham with a zero hygiene rating

  31-05-2016 16:45
  
  If you are thinking of treating yourself to a takeaway, or if you're venturing out for a meal in Nottingham this weekend then you may want to check this first... Food Standards inspectors regularly check restaurants in the city and rate them accordingly. The highest rating a business can receive is five, very good, and the lowest is zero, urgent improvement necessary. A rating of one means major improvement is needed, two means improvement is needed, three is generally satisfactory and four...
  
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• DanRussell published test

  31-05-2016 16:43
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• Taylor scores second ton against Durham

  31-05-2016 16:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Brendan Taylor scores his second century of the match as Nottinghamshire draw against Durham at Trent Bridge.
  
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• JHLewis published 'Scandalous' say shut-in tenants after Nottingham bomb scare

  31-05-2016 16:34
  
  It's the best view in Nottingham, the westward vista extending over the city centre to Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station. On a clear day you can see holiday jets landing at East Midlands Airport. This top-floor flat in the intu Victoria Centre has been home to Brian Harrison for the last ten years. Had he chosen to stay at home on Sunday morning instead of catching a film at the Cornerhouse he might have spent the day fretting about the bomb scare 19 floors below. That was the fate of scores...
  
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• JHLewis commented 'Scandalous' say shut-in tenants after Nottingham bomb scare

  31-05-2016 16:34
  
  It's the best view in Nottingham, the westward vista extending over the city centre to Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station. On a clear day you can see holiday jets landing at East Midlands Airport. This top-floor flat in the intu Victoria Centre has been home to Brian Harrison for the last ten years. Had he chosen to stay at home on Sunday morning instead of catching a film at the Cornerhouse he might have spent the day fretting about the bomb scare 19 floors below. That was the fate of scores...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Doctor's 'lies' in custody as she tries to avoid a breath test

  31-05-2016 16:17
  
  A doctor got a suspended jail term today after being accused of staging a "complete charade" to avoid giving a breath test in a Nottingham police station. The city's magistrates court heard that Dr Shavnam Dosanjh first said she felt "sick" and could not give a sample.Read more: Can you help find this missing people?The 45-year-old then claimed her "head was hurting" but was told that was no reason to refuse police requests, said Kate Hartley, prosecuting.The...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Doctor's 'lies' in custody as she tries to avoid a breath test

  31-05-2016 16:17
  
  A doctor got a suspended jail term today after being accused of staging a "complete charade" to avoid giving a breath test in a Nottingham police station. The city's magistrates court heard that Dr Shavnam Dosanjh first said she felt "sick" and could not give a sample.Read more: Can you help find this missing people?The 45-year-old then claimed her "head was hurting" but was told that was no reason to refuse police requests, said Kate Hartley, prosecuting.The...
  
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• DanRussell published Head teacher of closing Nottinghamshire school trying to find...

  31-05-2016 16:05
  
  The head teacher of a closing school says he is "devoted" to find staff new jobs and children new classrooms. The governing body of Dagfa School have decided that it cannot continue to education children following the resignation of the head teacher. The school in Broadgate, Beeston, which caters for children aged two to 16 has also been struggling financially for several years. Head teacher Peter Woodroffe has been at the school for 12 years and is the only school he has worked...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Nottingham Forest's David Vaughan picked by Wales for Euro 2016

  31-05-2016 15:59
  
  Nottingham Forest's David Vaughan will join his Reds team-mate Jamie Ward at Euro 2016. Three days after Ward was named in Northern Ireland's squad for the tournament in France, midfielder Vaughan has been picked by Wales. The 33-year-old joins the likes of Real Madrid's Gareth Bale in Chris Coleman's 23-man squad. Former Forest defender Chris Gunter has also been selected by his country and Jonny Williams, who spent four months on loan at the City Ground from Crystal Palace this season,...
  
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• rsherdley published Convicted sex offender avoids jail after attacking lone student...

  31-05-2016 15:49
  
  A convicted sex offender with learning difficulties has been spared jail after attacking a lone student in St Ann's.Sandwich warehouse worker Humza Khan molested a 19-year old woman in St Ann's Road, at 3.30am on October 25 last year.At Nottingham Crown Court, he pleaded guilty to sexual assault.Today, he received 18 months in prison, suspended for two years, a sexual harm prevention order, tagging and a curfew for four months.Judge Timothy Spencer, who sentenced him, said it was an extremely...
  
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• JonPritchard published Parents complain about 'disgusting' state of Titchfield Park...

  31-05-2016 15:43
  
  Parents have spoken of their shock at the poor state of a children's play park in Hucknall.Amanda Bown took her three children to Titchfield Park over the Bank Holiday weekend and said she was "absolutely disgusted" with what she saw. The teaching assistant sent pictures in to the Post with fences leaning up against playing equipment and half a see-saw.The 35-year-old, who regularly takes children Carlie, 12, Sam, 10 and Tom, nine, to the park, said: "It needs to be condemned and...
  
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• BenIreland published First of eight new defibrillators installed in Broxtowe

  31-05-2016 15:24
  
  The first of eight defibrillators to be installed in the borough of Broxtowe has been put in at Brinsley Parish Hall.The life-saving 24-hour equipment is used to deliver an electric shock to the heart in an attempt to re-stabilise the rhythm following a cardiac arrest.In the event of an emergency, the person who called 999 for an ambulance would be given the code to the cabinet and have immediate access to the device.Mary Spier, community response manager for Nottinghamshire said: "When...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Pick your new Nottingham Forest away shirt

  31-05-2016 14:40
  
  No sooner had Nottingham Forest revealed their new home shirt for next season, fans began speculating about the appearance of the away one. The red home shirt, bearing the name of the new club sponsor, 888 Sport, has been widely welcomed, with fans eager to get their hands on the latest top. But speculation is rife about the look of the new shirt that the club will wear away from the City Ground next term. One Reds fan has been busy designing some shirts in the hope that one might be...
  
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• Nottingham Post published 9 things in Nottingham you can do indoors in half term

  31-05-2016 14:10
  
  If the weather in Nottingham is disappointingly British this half term don't be disheartened: there's still plenty to do indoors. Wollaton Hall Even though you won't be able to enjoy the picturesque grounds if the weather's awful, you'll still be able to take advantage of the Hall, which has free admission. It contains a Natural History Gallery and Nottingham Industrial Museum amongst other displays, and also has a café and gift shop. Lost City Adventure Golf Located in the bottom...
  
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• Men locked in shop during bomb scare

  31-05-2016 14:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A couple are accidentally locked in a shop that aims to give customers "extraordinary experiences" during a bomb scare at a shopping centre.
  
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• BenIreland published Where can I give blood in Nottinghamshire in June 2016?

  31-05-2016 13:44
  
  Blood donor centres are asking people to spare enough time to give blood this summer.And NHS Blood and Transplant has released the donor sessions in Nottinghamshire for the month of June, making it easy for people to drop-in and help save a life.Blood is vital for patients in accident and emergency situations, patients undergoing surgery and receiving treatment for cancer and blood diseases, and women haemorrhaging in childbirth. Every donor can save or improve up to three lives each time they..
  
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• karenantcliff published Houses you can buy in Nottingham High Schools' catchment areas

  31-05-2016 13:42
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• MattDavies published John Sheridan targets promotion at the first attempt after...

  31-05-2016 13:23
  
  John Sheridan says gut instinct told him to take the Notts County job as he looks to get the Magpies "back where they belong". The former Republic of Ireland midfielder signed a three-year deal at Meadow Lane and has set his sights on promotion from League Two at the first attempt despite a miserable 2015/16 season. "I've played here and managed here. They've been in the top leagues," he said during his first press conference as manager. "It's just the size of the...
  
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• MattDavies commented John Sheridan targets promotion at the first attempt after...

  31-05-2016 13:23
  
  John Sheridan says gut instinct told him to take the Notts County job as he looks to get the Magpies "back where they belong". The former Republic of Ireland midfielder signed a three-year deal at Meadow Lane and has set his sights on promotion from League Two at the first attempt despite a miserable 2015/16 season. "I've played here and managed here. They've been in the top leagues," he said during his first press conference as manager. "It's just the size of the...
  
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• DanRobinson published Annie's Burger Shack is a success story of Nottingham's Creative...

  31-05-2016 13:18
  
  Protecting an area designated exclusively for independent shops, cafes and restaurants is crucial to Nottingham's identity, says the owner of Annie's Burger Shack. Anmarie Spaziano, who set launched her American-themed restaurant in Broadway three years ago, believes a thriving Hockley area helps to distinguish it from other cities. She has credited the Creative Quarter initiative, which marked its third anniversary on Tuesday, for giving businesses like her own the best chance to...
  
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• BenIreland published Rain warning issued for Nottinghamshire after balmy bank holiday

  31-05-2016 13:18
  
  Rain is forecast to hit Nottinghamshire, bringing to an end a recent run of balmy weather.The wet weather warning has been issued by the Met Office, which predicts that the rain will fall between noon on Tuesday, May 31, and 9am on Wednesday morning (June 1).It follows a beautiful bank holiday weekend of weather, when temperatures hit highs of 17C and 18C on Saturday, Sunday and Monday.Read more: Is Nottingham going to get a freak lightning storm?Forecasters don't expect he temperatures to rise.
  
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• EllieCullen published 7 people missing from Nottinghamshire

  31-05-2016 13:03
  
  Police are trying to trace several people who are missing from their homes in Nottinghamshire.Among them are a 32-year-old from Newark who hasn't been seen since May 20 and a 31-year-old man who has been missing since March.If you can help police find these people, and make sure they are safe, please call 101.Jason Snelling Jason is missing from the New Basford area of Nottingham and was last seen at his home on the evening of Thursday, March 24, 2016.Officers are concerned for his safety and...
  
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• JonPritchard commented Fallen tree disrupts tram services

  31-05-2016 12:30
  
  A tree which has fallen onto the tram tracks has disrupted services to and from the Toton Lane stop. Read more: Weather blamed after balloon festival failed to take off The large tree appears to be blocking both sides of the tram tracks near to Toton Lane. NET, who run the service, have said it is providing a shuttle service between Toton Lane and Cator Lane and is then providing a taxi service from Cator Lane to Medows Way West.
  Tree on the line @NETTram pic.twitter.com/NFwmde5fD7—...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Everything you need to know about Ruddfest

  31-05-2016 12:25
  
  On 2nd – 5th June, Ruddington's annual beer festival will be returning to the village. This year marks the 14th year of the festival, and now includes more beers and venues than ever before. Where is it? Ruddfest now incorporates six venues around the village. The Three Crowns, The Three Spices and Bar Six will be setting up in a marquee on The Green, whilst The White Horse and The Victoria Tavern will be in their usual locations of Church Street and Wilford Road respectively. A new...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Cracked screens are top problem for iPhone repair shop

  31-05-2016 12:15
  
  Cracked screens, charger problems and water damage are just some of the reasons why customers bring in their faulty iphones, tablets and laptops to repairs business illPod. "We have had some weird cases with phones that have been crushed under cars, dropped off buildings or been through washing machines – you see all sorts," says James Pink, owner of illPod. "There's also a spike in the number of cracked screens just after Christmas and New Year." The company has...
  
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• JadeBeecroft published Weather blamed after balloon festival failed to take off

  31-05-2016 12:05
  
  The organisers of Nottingham's first balloon festival have blamed the weather after dozens of parents complained that there were not enough balloons.The Balloons and Tunes event, which ran across Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Forest Recreation Ground, was billed as a family fair with tribute acts on a live stage and - crucially - hot air balloons.But families who visited on Saturday said that they saw just two balloons - both on the ground.Organisers KC Promotions have now told the Post...
  
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• Bairstow and Root to play in T20 Blast

  31-05-2016 11:48 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Yorkshire's Jonny Bairstow and Joe Root are among four England players freed to play for their counties in the T20 Blast.
  
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• JamesPallatt published Notts County unveil new manager John Sheridan: Live

  31-05-2016 11:33
  
  Notts County are today due to unveil their new manager John Sheridan at a press conference at Meadow Lane. The 51-year-old was appointed by the Magpies at the end of last week on a three-year deal, leaving League One Oldham Athletic to take charge of the club. We will be there when his first press conference gets underway at 11:30am, bringing you live updates from the press conference in our live blog.
  
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• JadeBeecroft published NHS out-of-hours service is 'good', according to inspectors

  31-05-2016 11:24
  
  The service that runs the NHS 111 phoneline in Nottingham has been rated as "good" by inspectors from the Care Quality Commission.The Government health watchdog found that Derbyshire Health United (DHU) provides a "caring, effective and responsive" service to patients who call for medical advice.Inspectors visited the firm's call centres and watched staff - including nurse advisors - speaking to patients.The CQC's report found that DUH - which also provides out-of-hours...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented The 10 best moments of Nottingham Forest's season

  31-05-2016 11:20
  
  Nottingham Forest's 150th year may not have brought the success that so many would have hoped, but it was still a season with a flurry of highlights.The Reds endured another frustrating campaign in the Championship, flirting with the bottom reaches of it for long parts, and losing another manager in Dougie Freedman.Forest head into the summer in a somewhat unsettling state, with the potential investment deal still to be confirmed, while a new manager is still being sought.But despite what turned
  
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