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• JenniferScott published Family urge bus drivers to take more care when elderly passengers...

  07-06-2016 22:00
  
  The family of a 93-year-old woman who broke her hip after falling on a bus have called for drivers to take more care when they have elderly passengers on board. Elspeth Gartland, of Bakersfield, passed away in February, with a coroner concluding she had suffered from pulmonary fat emboli in her lungs – caused when fractures allow bone marrow to travel through the body. Although the medical reports could not conclude whether it was caused by the fall on the bus or a later fracture to her...
  
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• JenniferScott commented Family urge bus drivers to take more care when elderly passengers...

  07-06-2016 22:00
  
  The family of a 93-year-old woman who broke her hip after falling on a bus have called for drivers to take more care when they have elderly passengers on board. Elspeth Gartland, of Bakersfield, passed away in February, with a coroner concluding she had suffered from pulmonary fat emboli in her lungs – caused when fractures allow bone marrow to travel through the body. Although the medical reports could not conclude whether it was caused by the fall on the bus or a later fracture to her...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Heather Watson 'sad' to make early Nottingham Open exit

  07-06-2016 21:34
  
  Heather Watson expressed her sadness at having to leave the Aegon Open Nottingham so early.The British No.2 was forced to pull out of the WTA event last year through injury, and had her stay in the city cut short this time around when she fell at the first hurdle in the singles.Watson won the first set on Centre Court, but failed to win a game in the second as Magdalena Rybarikova eased through, 4-6 6-0 6-4."It is very disappointing because I like it a lot here," said Watson."I...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Laura Robson apologises to Hucknall's Freya Christie after...

  07-06-2016 21:16
  
  Laura Robson apologised to Hucknall's Freya Christie after the pair were knocked out of the doubles at the Aegon Open Nottingham.The British duo had never played together before and went a set up in their first round tie against Karolina and Kristyna Pliskova.But they eventually lost on a match tie-break as the Czech sisters triumphed 6-7 6-4 12-10."Considering we'd never played before and I didn't really know her before this week, I actually thought Freya and I played a pretty good...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest 'two or three' quality signings away from being...

  07-06-2016 20:28
  
  Nottingham Forest's next manager will inherit a squad that is "two or three" quality signings away from being able to compete at the top end of the Championship, insists John McGovern.The Reds ambassador and European Cup winning captain recognises the sense of urgency surrounding the search for a new manager, almost three months after the sacking of Dougie Freedman.Martin O'Neill – who today signed a new deal with Republic of Ireland – Nigel Pearson, Gus Poyet and Oscar...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Not much of a silver lining for Naomi Broady at Aegon Open but...

  07-06-2016 20:11
  
  Qualifier Tara Moore celebrated her first WTA main draw victory in four years as she battled past Donna Vekic.On a largely disappointing day for the British contingent at the Aegon Open Nottingham, Moore provided some home interest with her 6-2 7-5 win on Court 1."I played some good tennis out there, Donna is a tough opponent. I played her last week and am just really happy to get the win," she said.There was disappointment for fellow Brit Naomi Broady, though, she was swept aside by...
  
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• Heather Watson and Laura Robson lose in Nottingham Open first round

  07-06-2016 19:55 via bbc.co.uk
  
  British pair Heather Watson, Laura Robson and Naomi Broady are knocked out in the first round of the Nottingham Open.
  
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• TomNorton commented Patients are pushing A&E to limit as waiting times sky-rocket

  07-06-2016 19:27
  
  Time-wasters are pushing Nottingham's busy A&E department to breaking point, according to health experts. The trust that runs the emergency department at Queen's Medical Centre has recorded its worst waiting time results in almost a decade – with nearly a quarter of patients hanging around for more than four hours to be seen by a medic. But as waiting rooms fill up, hospital bosses and doctors are calling on patients to only go to A&E if they are seriously ill – and use...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Deal struck for sale of Orston Shooting Ground

  07-06-2016 19:26
  
  The new owners of Orston Shooting Ground say they hope to make it a "centre for excellence" for clay shooters after announcing a deal to buy the site.The shooting ground off Bottesford Lane, Orston village, was established more than 20 years ago and has been sold due to the retirement of owner Charlie Denoon.He said: "My wife, Linda, and I are looking forward to our retirement but will miss the 2,000 members that we've built up over two decades at Orston.""I'm sure...
  
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• TracyWalker published Nottingham rallies round to help cancer patient Riley - who spent...

  07-06-2016 19:04
  
  Riley Hill has spent most of the past year living at Nottingham's Queen's Medical Centre. The youngster has already endured four operations, including two major procedures. He was admitted to QMC last October after being diagnosed with Rhabdomyosarcoma, a cancerous tumour, in his stomach. Riley suffered complications, including the tumour bursting and wrapping itself around his bowel. His mum, Sarah Hill, 30, said: "The doctors didn't think he was going to make it - he was over the...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Son chased his dad with a knife after row over bath sealant

  07-06-2016 19:00
  
  A knife-wielding man chased his dad down a Daybrook street after an argument over a bath sealant.A court heard today that Reize Spriggs became angry with his father following a dispute over the best material for sealing a bath.The 20-year-old later went to his father's home and threatened him with a knife."The father exited the property and got into his vehicle outside," Lee Shepherd, prosecuting at Nottingham Magistrates' Court."Spriggs followed holding the knife and approached...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published John Sheridan could add Notts County as yet another club he is...

  07-06-2016 19:00
  
  Outof all the articles and features you will find on John Sheridan on the internet there is a wonderful piece of prose which stands out in particular. It isn't from the usual source of a newspaper website, or magazine, but a fashion blog, largely dedicated to the terrace casual. It is entitled 'A Tribute to John Sheridan: The People's Footballer' and paints a wonderful portrayal of a man who was revered at every club he planted firm roots. He was never the Flash Harry of the game, but...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented John Sheridan could add Notts County as yet another club he is...

  07-06-2016 19:00
  
  Outof all the articles and features you will find on John Sheridan on the internet there is a wonderful piece of prose which stands out in particular. It isn't from the usual source of a newspaper website, or magazine, but a fashion blog, largely dedicated to the terrace casual. It is entitled 'A Tribute to John Sheridan: The People's Footballer' and paints a wonderful portrayal of a man who was revered at every club he planted firm roots. He was never the Flash Harry of the game, but...
  
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• JemmaPage published Nottingham IT worker puts a penny on to enter a poker tournament...

  07-06-2016 19:00
  
  Imagine turning one penny into £135,000. That's exactly what amateur poker player Andy Jankowski did in a tournament – just one month after quitting his job. The 44-year-old took part in the World Poker Tour at Lenton's Dusk Till Dawn casino a couple of weeks ago. And after outplaying 886 competitors, the former IT worker walked away with the top cash prize. Mr Jankowski, who lives in the city centre, said: "It helped that I treated it as a freebie and didn't worry at all...
  
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• JenniferScott published Police invoke stop and search powers after fears of 'serious...

  07-06-2016 18:58
  
  Police will be stopping and searching people in Nottingham tonight after they worry "serious violence" will break out in one city suburb.The force will be using section 60 powers between 4pm on Tuesday and 7am on Wednesday in Forest Fields and across the Forest Recreation Ground in what they are calling a "preventative measure to help keep people safe and prevent disorder." This means officers can search anyone in a certain area and is used in situations when there is...
  
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• JenniferScott commented Police invoke stop and search powers after fears of 'serious...

  07-06-2016 18:58
  
  Police will be stopping and searching people in Nottingham tonight after they worry "serious violence" will break out in one city suburb.The force will be using section 60 powers between 4pm on Tuesday and 7am on Wednesday in Forest Fields and across the Forest Recreation Ground in what they are calling a "preventative measure to help keep people safe and prevent disorder." This means officers can search anyone in a certain area and is used in situations when there is...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest target Martin O'Neill signs new deal with...

  07-06-2016 18:40
  
  Martin O'Neill has signed a new contract with the Republic of Ireland – quashing any lingering hopes Nottingham Forest had of luring him back into club management.The Reds had made an attempt to bring their former European Cup winner back to the City Ground as manager.But the Irishman had always stated his intent to put off any serious talks with the Championship club until after the European Championships.And he has now instead been persuaded to put pen to paper on a new contract that...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Caroline Wozniacki in 'positive frame of mind' after Nottingham...

  07-06-2016 17:45
  
  Caroline Wozniacki was left 'in a positive frame of mind' after she made her comeback at the Aegon Open Nottingham.After 72 days sidelined with an ankle problem, the Dane quickly hit her stride, booking her place in the second round of the WTA event with a 7-5 6-3 victory over Turkey's Cagla Buyukakcay on Centre Court.Wozniacki admitted to still feeling a bit rusty, following her first match in more than 10 weeks, but was pleased not to suffer any after-effects from her injury."It's nice to...
  
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• rsherdley commented Thieving carer will not go to prison...so she can care for kids

  07-06-2016 17:32
  
  A carer has been spared jail after helping herself to £2,200 from a Clifton pensioner who gave evidence 12 days before dying.Danielle Tucker, 30, had claimed to be going "the extra mile" by nipping to the TSB bank and taking out cash at the request of the OAP.But her actions were against the rules of her employers, and even her victim, 84-year-old Joan Lynch confirmed she had not never given her bank card to the thieving mother-of-three.Judge Timothy Spencer told Tucker, as he...
  
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• DanRobinson published How employers will help staff watch England v Wales at Euro 2016

  07-06-2016 17:26
  
  When England's highly-anticipated Euro 2016 clash with Wales kicks off at 2pm on Thursday, June 16, many people will still be at work. But some offices in Nottingham will be making sure their staff don't miss out by screening the game live – or shutting down for the afternoon and taking workers to the pub. App building firm AppInstitute, in Stoney Street, will replace business performance data on its three TV monitors with football – as up to three games take place most days from...
  
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• TracyWalker published Tourist criticizes shifting of taxi rank from outside Nottingham...

  07-06-2016 17:21
  
  An elderly tourist says the shifting of taxis from outside Nottingham Train Station has blighted his first impressions of the city. Chris Perry is staying in the city to enjoy the four-night performance of Wagner's The Ring at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall. The 70-year-old travelled by train from Hull on Monday and says he was not impressed with how far he had to walk to the nearest taxi, and says other older people will also struggle, especially with luggage. He has praised other aspects...
  
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• karenantcliff published ​16 affordable homes are now available to rent in Balderton,...

  07-06-2016 16:56
  
  FOUR affordable housing schemes in Balderton have reached completion meaning that 16 much-needed homes will now be let on an affordable rent basis. The new homes have been developed by Newark and Sherwood Homes and contractor, Woodhead Living. Housing provider Newark and Sherwood Homes managed the development of the new homes with funding provided by Newark and Sherwood District Council, as well as grant funding from the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA). In total this scheme will create 32...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Forest winger Jamie Ward made to feel at home when...

  07-06-2016 16:51
  
  Nottingham Forest winger Jamie Ward and his Northern Ireland's players were made to feel at home they moment they arrived at their Euro 2016 base in France by the bedside pictures of their family that were left in their rooms.Midfield pair Chris Baird and Oliver Norwood revealed the 23 men in Michael O'Neill's squad, which includes Ward, found images of their loved ones collected by the Irish Football Association upon their arrival at their headquarters north of Lyon.For a group of players not..
  
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• rsherdley published Men appear at Crown Court over Aqib Mazhar death

  07-06-2016 16:48
  
  Two men have appeared at Nottingham Crown Court today, charged with the murder of Aqib Mazhar in Hyson Green.Mohamud Alasow, 18, of Hamilton Road, Nottingham, and Junaid Farrukh, 21, of Heathermead Close, Oakwood, Derby,appeared at Nottingham Magistrates' Court on Monday. Today, Tuesday, the pair attend the city's crown court for their first hearing, where a bail application could have been made, but one was not submitted on behalf of either accused.More than 30 family and friends packed...
  
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• JemmaPage published Did you help sexual assault victim in Clifton?　

  07-06-2016 16:44
  
  Officers investigating a sexual assault want to trace a woman who helped the victim. The alleged attack happened in Clifton on February, 21 this year. The victim, who was wearing a white dressing gown with pink love hearts on it, was picked up by a woman in Nottingham Road, near the junction with Barton Lane. She was driving a small, red car. She drove the woman home but didn't leave her details. Detective inspector Clare Dean, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: "If you were the woman...
  
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• DanRobinson published 10 things we learned about Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley in MP...

  07-06-2016 16:32
  
  Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley spent just under 110 minutes being grilled by MPs as he faced questions about working practices and conditions at the firm – particularly at its Shirebrook warehouse. It was an absorbing insight into the personality of the notoriously publicity-shy businessman. Here are some of the things we learned from Tuesday's session in Parliament:1. Mike Ashley agreed there are problems in Sports Direct Asked by Iain Wright MP, chairman of the Business,...
  
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• JemmaPage published Repairing children's play park in Hucknall to cost about...

  07-06-2016 16:30
  
  A councillor has warned that local services in Hucknall are at threat – because it will cost about £21,000 to refurbish a children's play park. Parents complained to the Post about the poor state of Titchfield Park's play area last week. And Councillor Benjamin Bradley has now said the project to replace and repair broken equipment will cost £21,000 along with about 30 hours of council staff's time patrolling the area. Councillor Bradley, who represents Hucknall North on...
  
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• JemmaPage published Man arrested after sexual assault in Worksop

  07-06-2016 16:25
  
  A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault. Officers are appealing for witnesses to the attack, which is alleged to have taken place on Sunday, May 29, in Worksop. A woman was walking along a footpath, in Manton Wood, at about 5.50am when it happened. Nottinghamshire Police officers would like to trace a man who was cycling in the area at the time. He was riding what is believed to be a light blue bike and is described as white, slim, 5ft 8ins tall, clean shaven...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published TV show Don't Tell the Bride makes final plea for couples

  07-06-2016 16:18
  
  Bosses at popular television show Don't Tell The Bride are making one last appeal for contestants. Casting for the current series has been taking place since December, but with time running out, producers are calling for Nottinghamshire couples to get involved. Having first burst onto our screens ten years ago, the show went from strength to strength on BBC Three, even being nominated for a BAFTA. Sky One has now taken the show on, and increased the budget that the groom will get to spend...
  
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• MattDavies published No Jake Ball as Notts Outlaws return to record breaking wicket...

  07-06-2016 16:06
  
  Notts Outlaws director of cricket Mick Newell has just about recovered from Monday's record smashing win against Northants Steelbacks, but his team are straight back in action on the same wicket on Wednesday.The two sides shared 870 runs – the most ever in a List A game in England – as they tucked into a wicket that was a batsman's dream, Notts scoring 445 for eight but only winning by 20 runs.Adrenalin kept Newell awake into the small hours afterwards, however, there is little time.
  
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• Ofsted finds too many Northamptonshire schools are 'not good enough'

  07-06-2016 15:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A regional director of education says 'too many' schools in Northamptonshire are 'not good enough'.
  
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• TracyWalker published Disgust as human and dog excrement is smeared on rides at...

  07-06-2016 15:43
  
  Council officials have launched an investigation after human and dog excrement has been repeatedly smeared on rides at a children's play park. Councillors have slammed the actions of the culprit, at King George V Recreation Ground, off Hallams Lane in Arnold, as "despicable" and "appalling". Gedling Borough Council's wellbeing chiefs say the mess is putting children who use the park at risk and are asking for residents to report any suspicious activity. The council is...
  
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• TomNorton published Police hit streets to investigate death outside Nottinghamshire...

  07-06-2016 15:16
  
  Police will be investigating the area where a man was found dead just over a week ago. On May 31 a 23-year-old man collapsed near to the entrance of Bassetlaw District General Hospital and the One Stop Convenience Store in Kilton Hill and died of a catastrophic head injury. He had been dropped off outside the maternity ward at around 8.40pm the same evening.Read more: Concerns grow for missing Nottinghamshire manOfficers from Nottinghamshire Police will be in Worksop on Tuesday evening to...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County confirm transfer embargo lifted and duo set to sign...

  07-06-2016 14:32
  
  Notts County chief executive Jason Turner has confirmed the club is no longer under a transfer embargo -and he revealed Haydn Hollis and Wes Atkinson have also agreed to stay at Meadow Lane.In an update to supporters on the club's website, Turner wrote that debts to other football creditors have been settled allowing the club to make new signings.Notts are now looking for new recruits with the club already in talks with defender Carl Dickinson, Port Vale's former captain who could be part of a..
  
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• DanRobinson published Mike Ashley: 'Sports Direct might have outgrown me'

  07-06-2016 14:32
  
  Mike Ashley admitted he wanted to buy BHS – after telling MPs he is committed to changing Sports Direct's working conditions. The founder of the Shirebrook-based sportswear retailer said the chains could have worked well together to create better value for customers. When asked at the end of a 110-minute questioning session in Parliament whether Sir Philip Green, the former owner of BHS – which collapsed last week – had done anything wrong, his PR advisor Keith Bishop...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Watch this gorgeous video of a Notts sunset

  07-06-2016 14:05
  
  We love this timelapse video of a sunset over Bingham taken by Neil Squires. Neil took the video of the sun going down over the Notts countryside on Thursday June 2, and posted it to his Instagram account at @neil_squires. If you have taken any great pictures or videos showing Nottingham and Nottinghamshire at their best, and you are happy for us to use them, please send them to [email protected]. Alternatively, if you are posting material on Instagram, then please add...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Panthers coach Corey Neilson named Great Britain...

  07-06-2016 13:55
  
  Great Britain have appointed Nottingham Panthers head coach Corey Neilson as an assistant coach to replace Chuck Weber. The 39-year-old Canadian now joins the staff of coach Pete Russell and assistant coach Tommy Watkins.Weber was assistant coach for last season's World Championship in Croatia, but his new domestic coaching role in North America means he will be unable to continue his GB position.Russell said: "I would like to thank Chuck for his time with Great Britain. He was...
  
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• Michael Lumb: Notts batsman expects more big scores after record-breaking game

  07-06-2016 13:51 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottinghamshire batsman Michael Lumb expects plenty more "big scores" after their record-breaking win over Northants.
  
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• GemmaToulson published New recruits for electronics company

  07-06-2016 13:16
  
  It's a Nottingham company which helps teach electronics to young people across the country, but Kitronik also continues to expand as a business. Now in its tenth year, the company which specialises in developing electronics project kits and associated learning resources for schools and home hobbyists, has made five new appointments to key positions within the organisation. Based in Shipstones Business Centre, in New Basford, Kitronik has grown steadily to reach a turnover of more than...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Nathan Tyson says that wishes he'd never left Nottingham Forest

  07-06-2016 13:12
  
  Former Nottingham Forest striker Nathan Tyson says that he should never have left the City Ground club. The 34-year-old left the Reds in 2011 to sign for arch-rivals Derby County on a free transfer, after failing to agree terms on a new deal. Speaking after leaving relegated Doncaster Rovers, the striker still holds Forest in high regard and admits he should have stayed. He said: "I do wish I'd never left, but it was a case of having to jump before I was pushed. "I still live in the...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County plotting triple swoop as Magpies open talks with...

  07-06-2016 13:02
  
  Notts County are in talks with former Port Vale captain Carl Dickinson and are eyeing up two further signings. Fresh from being out of their transfer embargo, confirmed by chief executive Jason Turner today, Dickinson is one of three players on new boss John Sheridan's radar. Swoops for a goalkeeper and a central midfielder are also believed to be on the agenda with Notts hoping Dickinson will be the first of the new arrivals.
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• DaveWhitfield published Today could be hottest day of the year so far in Nottingham

  07-06-2016 12:50
  
  Tuesday could turn out to be the hottest day of the year so far in Nottingham - but there is also a weather warning over possible thunderstorms.The temperature is forecast to reach 25°C at five this afternoon. The hottest day of the year so far, based on the Met Office's readings from its Watnall station - the nearest to Nottingham - has been 25.2°C on May 8.Already this week there has been the joint second highest temperature of the year. The temperature on Monday June 6 of 24°C was
  
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• TracyWalker published Concerns grow for missing Nottinghamshire man

  07-06-2016 12:37
  
  Concerns are growing for the welfare of a man who has not been seen for almost a week. Jamal Virgo, 37, was last seen in the Rainworth area on Wednesday, June 1. Officers from Nottinghamshire Police say he has strong links with Nottingham, particularly the Heathfield Estate in Bulwell.
  More news: Three more men arrested over alleged murder of Aqib Mazhar in Hyson GreenHe is described as black, 5ft 6ins tall with short brown hair. He is of a medium build and was wearing a black coat, grey...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Former team-mate John Sheridan is perfect fit for Notts County,...

  07-06-2016 12:31
  
  I know John Sheridan, I played with him at Leeds United, after I left Nottingham Forest.He was a very talented player, and he's also proven himself to be a talented manager in the lower leagues, which makes me think he will do well at Notts County.I always got on well with him at Elland Road, so I've followed his managerial career, and he's got a good track record, having won a league title with Chesterfield and leading Plymouth Argyle into the play-offs.He's also turned around struggling clubs.
  
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• NottmPostEG published £20 for a tent!? Aldi launches budget festival range

  07-06-2016 12:30
  
  Aldi has launched a range of essential items for festival-goers, including clothing, accessories and even a pop-up tent - and nothing is over £20.The supermarket chain, which has city stores at Huntingdon Street, Daleside Road and Radford Boulevard, now has a selection of tops, jackets, T-shirts, skirts, jeans, shorts, tents and necklaces. Is this the cheapest tent on the market? No-one expects luxury treatment at music festivals - unless you have the funds to join the glamping...
  
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• Notts County: League Two club has temporary transfer embargo lifted

  07-06-2016 12:19 via bbc.co.uk
  
  League Two side Notts County have their temporary transfer embargo lifted after making payments to their creditors.
  
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• EllieCullen published Three more arrested over alleged murder of Aqib Mazhar in Hyson...

  07-06-2016 12:09
  
  Three more men have been arrested on suspicion of the murder of Aqib Mazhar.A 24-year-old, a 21-year-old and a 24-year-old are all currently in police custody after they were detained overnight on Monday. A total of six people have now been arrested on suspicion of Mr Mazhar's murder.One has been released without charge.Read more: Two people appear in court charged with murder of Aqib Mazhar in Hyson GreenMr Mazhar, 21, was knifed to death on Russell Road in Hyson Green on Wednesday, June...
  
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• TracyWalker published Nottingham Trent University student creates chocolate casts of...

  07-06-2016 11:57
  
  A Nottingham Trent University student has had a poke at the fickle notion of 'celebrity' by creating three life-size chocolate casts of his own head. Dean Morris, a 24-year-old fine arts student, made the milk, white and dark chocolate heads for his exhibition at NTU's 2016 degree show. He created the piece as a parody of the 'brand' of being famous. Dean, who lives in Nottingham but is originally from Stone, near Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, said: "I never understood why people are...
  
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• GemmaToulson published 370 new jobs at Bakkavor Desserts

  07-06-2016 10:19
  
  Bakkavor Desserts is creating 370 new jobs at its Newark factory to meet demand for its fresh cream cakes. Driven by the popularity of desserts such as fresh choux buns and trifles, the business plans to introduce a new night shift and boost its current day shifts. New positions include a range of roles from manufacturing technicians and food handlers to section leaders and section managers. The company already employs 1,700 people at the site in Jessop Way, Newark Industrial Estate.
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Forest, John Robertson and Notts County set to be...

  07-06-2016 10:07
  
  Nottingham Forest's European Cup winners are set to be inducted into the National Football Hall of Fame along with legendary winger John Robertson – and Notts County.The men who won back-to-back European Cups in 1979 and 1980 will reportedly be honoured at a special event in Nottingham in coming months.Robertson is set to be individually recognised as one of the greats of the game and arguably the best player in the history of the club.He scored the winning goal in the 1980 final against..
  
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