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• Nottingham Post published Tara Moore is last Brit standing as she produces Nottingham Open...

  09-06-2016 21:44
  
  Britain's Tara Moore produced one of the upsets of the Open by outclassing eighth seed Christina McHale to reach the quarter-finals.Moore (pictured), the last Brit left in the draw, won 6-2 6-2 on Centre Court, and will face Konta's conqueror Zheng Saisai in the last eight today.Moore has reached the last eight of a WTA event for the first time, which is something that the 23-year-old is ecstatic about."It's amazing considering last year I was in a completely different situation to this...
  
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• Johanna Konta: British number one loses at Nottingham Open but Tara Moore through

  09-06-2016 20:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  British number one Johanna Konta loses in the second round at the Nottingham Open, but qualifier Tara Moore progresses.
  
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• Johanna Konta: British number one loses at Nottingham Open but Tara Moore through - BBC Sport

  09-06-2016 20:22
  
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  Johanna Konta: British number one loses at Nottingham Open but Tara Moore through
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  Johanna Konta exited the Nottingham Open in the second round to leave qualifier Tara Moore as the only British player in the competition. British number one Konta suffered a straight-sets defeat by Zheng Saisai. Konta, ranked 18 in the world, lost 6-4 ...
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• JamesPallatt published Mansfield Town make Rhys Bennett their fifth summer signing

  09-06-2016 20:22
  
  Mansfield Town have made defender Rhys Bennett their fifth signing of the summer on a free transfer.And Stags boss Adam Murray has backed the 24-year-old to become one of the best right-backs in League Two."We fought hard to get this one done," he said."He's very good attacking-wise but he's also very good as a one-v-one defender."He has played in midfield so he's very combative, but we feel that right-back is his best position."Bennett, who began his career at Bolton,...
  
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• Pick of the best outfits from Aegon Open Nottingham's first ever Ladies Day - Nottingham Post

  09-06-2016 20:10
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  Pick of the best outfits from Aegon Open Nottingham's first ever Ladies Day
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  House of Fraser hosted a fashion show on Thursday to celebrate their very first Ladies Day at the Aegon Open Nottingham. Held at the Nottingham Tennis Centre, the Fashion On The Court event started at 11.30am and showcased brands such as Phase 8, ...
  
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• JamesPallatt published England v Sri Lanka day one report: Alex Hales out for 18 at...

  09-06-2016 20:06
  
  Nottinghamshire's Alex Hales scored just 18 runs for England on the first day of their third Test against Sri Lanka at Lord's, after two impressive innings in the opening two Tests of the series.England were 279-6 at stumps, Jonny Bairstow making the most of some good fortune to bail them out with his third Test century.Bairstow finished the day unbeaten on 107 but was dropped on 11 and had a mighty close call for lbw against the unlucky Shaminda Eranga on 56.England badly needed his runs, and..
  
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• Nottingham Post published McDonald's shuts restaurants for tech revamp

  09-06-2016 19:44
  
  Two local McDonald's restaurants are closing to be given a brand new make-over. The fast food chain has shut its locations in West Bridgford and St Peters Gate. But when they re-open, interactive, self-service machines that have been incredibly popular and successful in other chains across the city will have been installed.Read more: McDonald's restaurant bans under 18s - would this be a good move for Nottingham?The self-service tablets take the customer through a step-by-step guide and allows..
  
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• Nottingham Post commented McDonald's shuts restaurants for tech revamp

  09-06-2016 19:44
  
  Two local McDonald's restaurants are closing to be given a brand new make-over. The fast food chain has shut its locations in West Bridgford and St Peters Gate. But when they re-open, interactive, self-service machines that have been incredibly popular and successful in other chains across the city will have been installed.Read more: McDonald's restaurant bans under 18s - would this be a good move for Nottingham?The self-service tablets take the customer through a step-by-step guide and allows..
  
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• rsherdley published Single dad spared jail for growing cannabis

  09-06-2016 19:41
  
  A single dad and carer to an epileptic relative was growing cannabis for himself and offering to supply, a court heard.Francis Chapman had been in trouble before for cultivating more than 80 plants.Now, he has been caught growing ten cannabis plants and trying to peddle the drug between September 24 and October 18 last year.Sentencing the 30-year-old today, Judge Michael Stokes QC, the Recorder of Nottingham, said Chapman had the care of his seven-year-old son and he was the registered carer of.
  
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• Mansfield Town sign defender Rhys Bennett from Rochdale

  09-06-2016 19:39 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mansfield bring in Rochdale defender Rhys Bennett on a free transfer, their fifth signing of the summer.
  
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• GemmaToulson published Saving and mortgage lending on the up

  09-06-2016 19:32
  
  More people bought homes and saved money with Mansfield Building Society last year following a 9.5 percent growth in mortgage lending during 2015.The growth in mortgage assets has resulted from the society's best ever year for mortgage completions with more than £70 million lent to new borrowers last year.The Mansfield has around 25,000 customers and has four branches in Chesterfield, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Sutton-in-Ashfield and MansfieldThe record year of completions included uplifts in buy
  
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• GemmaToulson commented Saving and mortgage lending on the up

  09-06-2016 19:32
  
  More people bought homes and saved money with Mansfield Building Society last year following a 9.5 percent growth in mortgage lending during 2015.The growth in mortgage assets has resulted from the society's best ever year for mortgage completions with more than £70 million lent to new borrowers last year.The Mansfield has around 25,000 customers and has four branches in Chesterfield, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Sutton-in-Ashfield and MansfieldThe record year of completions included uplifts in buy
  
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• NottmPostEG published Pick of the best outfits from Aegon Open Nottingham's first ever...

  09-06-2016 19:26
  
  House of Fraser hosted a fashion show on Thursday to celebrate their very first Ladies Day at the Aegon Open Nottingham. Held at the Nottingham Tennis Centre, the Fashion On The Court event startedat 11.30am and showcased brands such as Phase 8, Coast, Mango and Jacques Vert.The show also included brands exclusive to House of Fraser such as Linear. The department store was approached by Aegon to put on the show to build up to the opening game on June 9.Read more: Five...
  
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• JenniferScott published Seventh arrest made after murder of Aqib Mazhar

  09-06-2016 19:24
  
  A seventh arrest has been made during the investigation of the murder of Aqib Mazhar.Four men have been charged with the murder of the 21-year-old who was stabbed in Russell Road, Hyson Green, last Wednesday.But now another man, aged 19, has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is being held in police custody. The crime scene last WednesdayThe arrest was made the same day Qamran Ahmed, 21, attended Nottingham Crown Court for a preliminary hearing following his charge. Read more: How the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Drink driver caught a second time after falling off the wagon

  09-06-2016 19:02
  
  A quarter of a mile trip to buy liquor led to a second driving ban for a 64-year-old drink driver who had recently fallen off the wagon.John Henshaw was caught after his Renault Megane was seen to "kangaroo" when pulling away from the Sainsbury's store at Stapleford, a court heard today.A shop assistant contacted police, who went to his home on Copeland Avenue in the town."He went to the Sainsbury's store and brought some alcohol and was then seen driving away," Daniel...
  
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• Help Nottingham become Curry Capital of Britain - Nottingham Post

  09-06-2016 19:01
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  Help Nottingham become Curry Capital of Britain
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  Four Nottingham curry houses will going head-to-head with dozens of other restaurants across the nation in an attempt to crown the city Curry Capital of Britain. The annual competition roots out the best in national curry talent based on public vote ...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published This evening is the last of the sun - get ready for the rain

  09-06-2016 19:01
  
  Forecasters have been predicting the end of the fine weather for the last couple of days - but it seems this evening will finally signal the last of the sun for a few days.While the temperature will stay high on Friday, the rain is expected to arrive, so be prepared.Overnight it will become rather cloudy with some showery rain possible in places. Minimum temperature will be 10°C.Friday will be cloudier than today, but still warm with sunny spells (although these will turn hazier through the.
  
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• TomNorton published Hospitals apologise for 82-year-old's 11-hour A&E wait

  09-06-2016 19:00
  
  The daughter of an 82-year-old woman who waited nearly 12 hours in A&E before she was given a bed has called for immediate improvements to be made in Nottingham's hospitals. Nancy Davies, from Wollaton, was admitted to the Queen's Medical Centre at 3.20am on Monday morning but was only found a bed at 2.50pm.The hospital has apologised for the wait, saying the emergency services are under "unrelenting pressure". It comes just days after the Post revealed that almost a...
  
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• TomNorton published Help Nottingham become Curry Capital of Britain

  09-06-2016 19:00
  
  Four Nottingham curry houses will going head-to-head with dozens of other restaurants across the nation in an attempt to crown the city Curry Capital of Britain.The annual competition roots out the best in national curry talent based on public vote, the findings of a secret judging panel and a submission by each city's council on why they should win the title. This year, the four restaurants picked as Nottingham's best curry are houses Anoki, The Cumin Restaurant, the Calcutta Club and...
  
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• Hospitals apologise for 82-year-old's 11-hour A&E wait - Nottingham Post

  09-06-2016 19:00
  
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  Hospitals apologise for 82-year-old's 11-hour A&E wait
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  The daughter of an 82-year-old woman who waited nearly 12 hours in A&E before she was given a bed has called for immediate improvements to be made in Nottingham's hospitals. Nancy Davies, from Wollaton, was admitted to the Queen's Medical Centre ...
  
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• DanRobinson published Community centre to be transformed by construction firm's...

  09-06-2016 19:00
  
  The contractor behind two major Nottingham redevelopments will launch a volunteering project to revamp Silverdale Community Centre. Wates Construction, which transformed Sneinton Market and a former Victorian hosiery factory in Dakeyne Street, will give the external areas of the centre a much-needed facelift. The five-day project, starting on Monday, will involve the company and its supply chain donating time, resources and materials in the makeover. About 100 people will provide 5,000...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Travel review: The mystical magic of Devon and Cornwall

  09-06-2016 19:00
  
  There's no shortage of choice when it comes to holidaying the UK, but where do you pick? Continuing his journey around the country, the Post's Barry Cooper spent a few days travelling around Devon and Cornwall, to see what this beautiful part of the British Isles has to offer holidaymakers from Nottinghamshire.As a young boy growing up in the eighties, there were two things that I was genuinely mesmerised by. One was a fire engine and the other a train, or to be more specific, Thomas the...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented Travel review: The mystical magic of Devon and Cornwall

  09-06-2016 19:00
  
  There's no shortage of choice when it comes to holidaying the UK, but where do you pick? Continuing his journey around the country, the Post's Barry Cooper spent a few days travelling around Devon and Cornwall, to see what this beautiful part of the British Isles has to offer holidaymakers from Nottinghamshire.As a young boy growing up in the eighties, there were two things that I was genuinely mesmerised by. One was a fire engine and the other a train, or to be more specific, Thomas the...
  
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• DanRobinson published Center Parcs hires Nottingham architect to design new complex

  09-06-2016 18:35
  
  Leisure group Center Parcs, headquartered in Nottinghamshire, has enlisted a local architect to design a new state-of-the-art hotel and spa complex. The holiday company, which employs 200 people at its Ollerton head office, selected a proposal from Lace Market-based CPMG for the £6m leisure complex on its Elveden Forest site in Suffolk. Work has already started on the project, which includes 48 self-catering rooms with en-suites, adjacent to a nine-hole golf course and set within more...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Panthers still wait on top scorer Juraj Kolnik

  09-06-2016 18:27
  
  Nottingham Panthers are still waiting for a decision from last season's top scorer Juraj Kolnik, having offered him a new contract before last season's play-offs.The veteran winger was Panthers' top goals and points scorer with 31 and 69 respectively from 61 games in his first Elite League campaign.Panthers offered him terms before the end of the regular season, which remain on the table, but head coach Corey Neilson says the 35-year-old Slovakian's personal situation has given him a tough...
  
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• rsherdley published Judge whose nickname was 'Mr Burns' retires

  09-06-2016 18:14
  
  A NOTTINGHAM judge will be fondly remembered for his outspokeness...and for having some similarities with an evil character from The Simpsons!Hanging up his wig and gown this month, Judge Andrew Hamilton bid a sad farewell to his friends and colleagues at the city courthouse in Canal Street today.And as tradition goes when someone leaves, senior judges paid tribute to his life and work in a series of tributes and anecdotes from his illustrious career.The judge told those gathered: "Having...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Stefano Pessina on why he made changes at the top of Walgreens...

  09-06-2016 18:09
  
  Walgreens Boots Alliance, the parent company of Boots UK, has announced a series of changes to its senior management team, including the appointment of the first female to run the UK operation.Stefano Pessina, executive vice chairman and chief executive officer of Walgreens Boots Alliance, welcomed the appointment of Elizabeth Fagan to the role of senior vice president and managing director of Boots UK and Ireland. He also praised the contribution made by outgoing executive vice president Simon.
  
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• Nottingham Post published ​British No.1 Johanna Konta suffers pelvis problem in Nottingham...

  09-06-2016 17:42
  
  British No.1 Johanna Konta crashed out of the Nottingham Open with a grimace, following a surprise 6-4 7-5 defeat to world No.86 Saisai Zheng.Konta appeared to be struggling with injury throughout the second set, requiring a medical time out at 2-1 and subsequent treatment at the following change of ends.However, the world No.18 maintained it was not a serious issue and would not hamper her for the remainder of the grass court season and preparations for Wimbledon."My pelvis basically...
  
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• JenniferScott published Watch Eddie Izzard fight for the EU Remain camp in Nottingham

  09-06-2016 17:41
  
  Comedian and charity fundraiser Eddie Izzard has come to Nottingham to "spread a positive message" about staying in the European Union.The 'Remain' campaigner, who is travelling to 31 cities in 31 days ahead of the referendum vote on June 23, told students at the University of Nottingham that being part of the EU was "worth fighting for."Decked out in a pink beret and EU-flag painted nails, the 54-year-old said: "The negative messages get traction. We...
  
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• JenniferScott commented Watch Eddie Izzard fight for the EU Remain camp in Nottingham

  09-06-2016 17:41
  
  Comedian and charity fundraiser Eddie Izzard has come to Nottingham to "spread a positive message" about staying in the European Union.The 'Remain' campaigner, who is travelling to 31 cities in 31 days ahead of the referendum vote on June 23, told students at the University of Nottingham that being part of the EU was "worth fighting for."Decked out in a pink beret and EU-flag painted nails, the 54-year-old said: "The negative messages get traction. We...
  
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• BenIreland published 'Affray' in Radford after car crashes into convenience store

  09-06-2016 17:19
  
  Police have surrounded a convenience store in Radford, after a car crashed into the shop and a fight broke out. Two police vans, one police car and an ambulance were parked outside the Rogalik store in Bentinck Road at around 4pm on Thursday, June 9.Nottinghamshire Police confirmed to the Post that a car "had collided" with the building, but there were no serious injuries. Read more: Elderly couple fought off handbag thief in Hyson GreenThe spokeswoman added: "The vehicle has been...
  
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• MattDavies published Notts Outlaws hope Andre Russell is 'the icing on the cake' in...

  09-06-2016 17:18
  
  Dan Christian cannot wait to add Andre Russell to the Notts Outlaws team tomorrow night, but he is struggling to leave anyone out after a magnificent week for the club.West Indies all-rounder Russell is one of the best players in the world and will make his debut against Derbyshire Falcons at Trent Bridge (7.15pm) as he starts a four-game stint in the NatWest T20 Blast.The Outlaws have won three games in a row and scored more than 400 in the last two, giving captain Christian and the coaching...
  
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• rsherdley published In the dock: Who has been drink-driving this month?

  09-06-2016 16:48
  
  Magistrates have hit drink drivers with massive fines.JPs at Nottingham Magistrates' Court dealt with a series of separate cases this month.They were:* Driver Vladas Gedmintas receiving a fine of £110 and banned from the roads for 12 months. He pleaded guilty to being over the limit in Sleaford Road on May 15. The 43-year-old, of Chestnut Road, Fishtoft, Boston, Lincolnshire, was behind the wheel of an Audi when he was caught. He tested 42 micrograms of alcohol in 100 millilitres of...
  
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• Nottingham Forest fans hit out at lack of managerial appointment - Nottingham Post

  09-06-2016 16:45
  
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  It is now 89 days since Nottingham Forest sacked Dougie Freedman and the club is yet to appoint a successor. With Derby County securing Nigel Pearson and already preparing for the campaign, Reds fans are wondering what lies in store for them. Judging ...and more »
  
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• JHLewis published Nottingham's Bluebird Cafe caters for growing vegan clientele

  09-06-2016 16:30
  
  It's been a busy few months at Sherwood's Bluebird Cafe. Adrian Bhagat took the restaurant from vegetarian into vegan territory. He has also expanded next door, creating a wholefood shop."People do a shop and then come next door to eat, or have a meal then go next door to shop," says Adrian of the complementary businesses in a neighbourhood he knows well – he has lived in Sherwood for 18 years.Together theadjoining properties at the junction of Mansfield Road and Winchester...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Everything you need to know about England vs Russia in Euro 2016

  09-06-2016 16:30
  
  A nation expects. With just over 48 hours until England play their first game of Euro 2016, the excitement across Nottingham is building. Pubs in Market Square are decked in the St George's cross, cars have their window flags ready and the fridges are stocked. After two years of qualifying, countless friendlies and much debate, the tournament finally gets underway in Paris on Friday night. The hosts, who are also favourites for the competition, start their campaign against Romania in the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Forest and County fans in court charged with affray in city pub

  09-06-2016 16:26
  
  Five football fans have appeared in court accursed of causing an affray at a city pub.They appeared at Nottingham Magistrates' Court today and were granted bail. They must now attend Nottingham Crown Court on July 19.During the brief hearing, Deputy District Judge Olwyn Davies was told the alleged incident involved Nottingham Forest and Notts County supporters. Several others are due in court later this month for the same incident, on March 19, and others have already been committed to the crown
  
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• DanRobinson published From Trevor Francis' header to Gazza's 'dentist chair' celebratio...

  09-06-2016 16:19
  
  Whether it's Gazza's "dentist chair" goal celebration, Terry Butcher's bloodied head wrapped in a bandage or Trevor Francis heading Nottingham Forest to European Cup glory, every football fan has their own cherished memories. Now a Nottingham firm that immortalises famous images in print artwork hopes to recreate more pivotal moments once Euro 2016 kicks off on Friday. Art of Football, founded by Gamston brothers Luke and Gabe Cuthbert, has already trebled its orders since moving...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Nottingham Forest fans hit out at lack of managerial appointment

  09-06-2016 16:12
  
  It is now 89 days since Nottingham Forest sacked Dougie Freedman and the club is yet to appoint a successor. With Derby County securing Nigel Pearson and already preparing for the campaign, Reds fans are wondering what lies in store for them. Judging by some reaction on Twitter, some fans are beginning to get very twitchy over the lack of an appointment, while Reds legend Garry Birtles says the season is in danger of becoming a shambles already. There is still a takeover on the agenda with...
  
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• rsherdley published Elderly couple fought off handbag thief in Hyson Green

  09-06-2016 15:58
  
  An elderly couple who fought off a handbag snatcher managed to knock him off his bike and take his keys – which were later used by police to let themselves into his house and arrest him.One of Nottingham's top judges praised the pair – who are both 80 – for their bravery as he jailed would-be robber Jason Bailey for six years today.The pair had been walking hand-in-hand along Berridge Road West in Hyson Green when Bailey came up behind them and took hold of the lady's...
  
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• Nottingham Forest register bid for Greek striker Apostolos Vellios - Nottingham Post

  09-06-2016 15:56
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  Nottingham Forest register bid for Greek striker Apostolos Vellios
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  Nottingham Forest are understood to have registered an offer of 1.2m euros for Apostolos Vellios – but still face competition for the Greek striker. The Reds are the only club to have made an official bid for the Iraklis forward, who scored 13 goals ...
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• Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest register bid for Greek striker Apostolos...

  09-06-2016 15:34
  
  Nottingham Forest are understood to have registered an offer of 1.2m euros for Apostolos Vellios – but still face competition for the Greek striker. The Reds are the only club to have made an official bid for the Iraklis forward, who scored 13 goals last season, according to sources in the country. And it is understood that the offer is likely to be accepted by the Greek club.It seems an unusual move from the Championship club, who are still seeking to appoint a new manager and could head.
  
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• GemmaToulson published Meet the new woman in charge at Boots

  09-06-2016 15:33
  
  Boots has appointed Elizabeth Fagan as the first female boss of its UK operation. Here we take a look at her career and rise to the top of Boots. Elizabeth is currently the senior vice president, managing director of international retail, but from July she will take on the role of senior vice president and managing director of Boots (UK and Republic of Ireland). She will also head up Boots' Nottingham headquarters, where some 8,000 people are employed.Read more: Change at the top for BootsIn...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published John Sheridan ramping up his bid to make new signings for Notts...

  09-06-2016 15:17
  
  John Sheridan is "looking forward to the job in hand" at Notts County as he continues to work towards his first signings at Meadow Lane. The Magpies boss is on the lookout for new recruits and has already been linked with a move for ex-Port Vale captain Carl Dickinson. Sheridan only has 11 players on the books currently, but that number is expected to swell to 14 with Alan Smith, Haydn Hollis and Wes Atkinson set to sign their new deals.Carl Dickinson is interesting Notts...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Fans in Notts can help light the Eiffel Tower in English colours...

  09-06-2016 15:16
  
  Football fans in Nottinghamshire are being urged to show their support for England and help paint the Eiffel Tower red and white.After each day of Euro 2016, which gets underway on Friday, the country with the most passionate fans will see the famous landmark lit up in their colours.England's first game of the tournament is on Saturday evening in Marseille against Russia, and Orange will be measuring the amount of social media posts sent by fans.If Roy Hodgson's side overcome Russia in the big..
  
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• Corey Neilson: Great Britain role a 'privilege' for Nottingham Panthers coach

  09-06-2016 15:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottingham Panthers boss Corey Neilson says his return to the Great Britain coaching set-up is a "privilege".
  
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• GemmaToulson published Change at the top for Boots

  09-06-2016 13:55
  
  Boots, Nottingham's largest company, has announced that Elizabeth Fagan will take on the role of senior vice president and managing director, with currentexecutive vice president Simon Roberts set to leave the company in July.Mr Roberts has been responsible for running 2,500 stores across employing around 60,000 staff, around 8,000 of them at its Nottingham hub, where Boots Opticians is also based.The announcement has been made by Walgreens Boots Alliance today as part of changes to its senior..
  
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• GemmaToulson commented Change at the top for Boots

  09-06-2016 13:55
  
  Boots, Nottingham's largest company, has appointedElizabeth Fagan as its new managing director -the first woman to run its 2,500 UK stores. She will take on the role of senior vice president and managing director, with currentexecutive vice president Simon Roberts set to leave the company in July.As well as being responsible for running 2,500 stores across employing around 60,000 staff, , she will also head up the Nottingham headquarters where around 8,000 staff are employed.The...
  
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• England v Sri Lanka: Alex Hales falls for 18 to 'horrible shot'

  09-06-2016 13:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  England opener Alex Hales falls for 18 aiming a "horrible" swipe across the line at Rangana Herath on the opening day of the third Test against Sri Lanka at Lord's.
  
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• NottmPostEG published See inside Iron Maiden's plane ahead of its Download arrival

  09-06-2016 13:13
  
  Rock giants Iron Maiden tour the world in their own plane, a Boeing-747-400 they've dubbed Ed Force One.Piloted by frontman Bruce Dickinson, who was born in Nottinghamshire, the jet will be landing at East Midlands Airport on Saturday afternoon ahead of the band's headline appearance at the Download Festival on Sunday night. Manufacturers of the plane, Boeing, have created a video to offer a peak inside the impressive jet, including a few words with Dickinson, who gives staff a guided tour of...
  
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