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• One-Day Cup: Durham beat Nottinghamshire despite Michael Lumb century

  15-06-2016 23:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Durham beat Nottinghamshire in a last-ball thriller in the One-Day Cup at Chester-le-Street, despite Michael Lumb's ton.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts Outlaws suffer last ball defeat to Durham despite third...

  15-06-2016 22:50
  
  Michael Lumb's third successive Royal London One Day Cup century proved in vain as Notts Outlaws blazing start to the competition was halted at Chester-le-Street.Durham won by two wickets under the Duckworth/Lewis method, reaching a revised target of 252 from 37 overs when, with nine needed, Keaton Jennings hit the last two balls of the match for six and then four.It spoiled the excellent effort of Harry Gurney, who had five for 42 until a full toss was launched over mid-wicket by the...
  
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• Question Time audience members have their say about the EU debate - Nottingham Post

  15-06-2016 21:53
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  Question Time audience members have their say about the EU debate
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  Members of the Question Time audience in Nottingham have said they were impressed with justice secretary Michael Gove - but many say they are still voting to remain in the EU. The MP faced the audience in the first EU special debate for the BBC ...and more »
  
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• Nottingham Post published Derby County midfielder Jacob Butterfield arrested at his own...

  15-06-2016 21:45
  
  Derby County midfielder Jacob Butterfield has allegedly been arrested at his own engagement party after an apparent argument over his fiancée's big toe.The Sun reports that a brawl allegedly broke out between the 26-year-old, who plays for Nottingham Forest's arch rivals, and a relative of his fiancée following an argument over a toe 'nibbling' incident. The paper claims that during a party to celebrate the engagement, at the footballer's Yorkshire home on Saturday night, a friend.
  
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• JonPritchard commented Question Time audience members have their say about the EU debate

  15-06-2016 21:14
  
  Members of the Question Time audience in Nottingham have said they were impressed with justice secretary Michael Gove - but many say they are still voting to remain in the EU.The MP faced the audience in the first EU special debate for the BBC programme, which was held at Albert Hall in Nottingham. Mr Gove, who is one of the figureheads of the Leave campaign, argued passionately about leaving the EU during the 45-minute debate, claiming voters need to "take back control".He was grilled...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Neil Warnock believes he could deliver promotion for Nottingham...

  15-06-2016 21:13
  
  Neil Warnock craves the chance to manage Nottingham Forest because he is convinced he could steer the Reds into the Premier League – and by doing so become the first manager to secure eight career promotions at the same time.The veteran boss told the Post he hopes he will be given the opportunity to manage for the second time in Nottingham, having previously guided Notts County to back-to-back promotions and into the top flight.Warnock has had brief contact with the Reds hierarchy - who...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Perfect Father's Day gifts only Nottingham dads will appreciate

  15-06-2016 20:59
  
  Socks, slippers, beer, an album, a book... nah, they're boring. Dads aren't dumping grounds for unoriginal gift ideas. Try something from this lot... they're the sort of things a Nottingham dad might well appreciate... The Latest Football ShirtThe new football season will be upon us sooner than you think so what better excuse to kit your dad out with this season's latest home shirts for County and Forest. Nottingham Forest launched their new kit back in May, a chequered red Adidas top that'll...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Adam Collin targets Notts County promotion push

  15-06-2016 20:00
  
  Adam Collin insists he hasn't joined Notts County to be "mid-table" as he targets a promotion push next season. The former Newcastle and Carlisle goalkeeper became the club's first summer signing having penned a two-year deal with the Magpies. He will provide competition to Scott Loach for the number one jersey and is John Sheridan's first signing since he was appointed manager in May. Collin, who left Rotherham at the end of last season, had interest from other clubs, but once...
  
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• DaveWhitfield commented Add an English flag to your Facebook and Twitter profiles to get...

  15-06-2016 19:33
  
  Show your support for England in Euro 2016 with our England flag picture generator. It's the big England v Wales clash tomorrow, with the winners set to be in prime position to progress to the last 16 of Euro 2016. Gareth Bale has been ramping up the pressure by claiming NO English players would make Chris Coleman's team, while Welsh defender James Chester has told England's strikers they are not in the same class as Bale. Read more: Forest fans' minibus heading for Euros breaks down after...
  
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• JonPritchard published Flooding causes traffic chaos on Mansfield Road

  15-06-2016 19:12
  
  Heavy rain has caused chaos during rush hour as one of the main roads out of the city is flooded. Mansfield Road, at its junction with Hucknall Road, was flooded as heavy rain battered the city during rush hour on Wednesday. Drivers were left having to slowly edge their way through the traffic, while residents and businesses on the road complained of flooding. Read more: Drivers warned to slow down in wet weather after surge in East Midlands Ambulance Service calls The nearby Grosvenor...
  
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• JHLewis published Nottingham's Robin Hood takes aim at the backwoods of Virginia

  15-06-2016 19:00
  
  Robin Hood is targeting hillbilly territory in a reality TV series that could make the man in green tights a hit in the United States. Not so much the hero of Sherwood Forest – the Americans already know plenty about him – but the Nottingham actor and stunt co-ordinator who has filled the character's kidskin boots for the last 20 years.Tony Rotherham – once the resident bowman at the city's ill-fated Tales of Robin Hood tourist attraction – will front the TV series The...
  
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• Wolfgang Buttress' The Hive to give visitors 'bee insight'

  15-06-2016 18:21 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A giant aluminium beehive that uses real bee activity to give visitors an "experiential insight" into the life of a colony is installed in London's Kew Gardens.
  
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• JenniferScott published Jennifer Scott: It is about time the Nottingham voice and vote...

  15-06-2016 18:17
  
  It seems like they finally care what we have to say in Nottingham for this vote, says Political Correspondent Jennifer Scott, and it is about time too.Sometimes it can feel like we are a bit out of the Westminster loop living in Nottingham. We don't care about politics any less than those in the capital city or the 'Northern Powerhouse'. We face the same issues around jobs, education and healthcare. And we vote for our MPs just like anyone else. But still, it can feel like Nottingham is...
  
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• TracyWalker published Nottingham's John Lewis store to remain closed on Thursday after...

  15-06-2016 18:16
  
  Nottingham's John Lewis department store will be closed for a second day as staff continue a clean-up operation following a flood. The store, at the intu Victoria Centre, was closed throughout Wednesday after 80,000 litres of water flooded the shop. But on Wednesday afternoon, the company confirmed that it would not be opening for business on Thursday either, while they work to dry up the flood. A spokeswoman for the firm said: "John Lewis Nottingham will remain closed on Thursday. We...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire directors to compete for IoD awards

  15-06-2016 18:00
  
  Four business leaders from Nottinghamshire will compete in the Institute of Directors (IoD) East Midlands Director of the Year awards.
  Ben Guy, of the Phoenix Group, Steve Miller, of the Workplace Depot, Simon Rood, of Rood Group Holdings and Becky Valentine, of Spenbeck have all been shortlisted.Twenty one business leaders from Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire and Nottinghamshire for the competition which recognises excellence and enterprise in the boardroom. Ron...
  
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• MattDavies published Matthew Myers thanks Nottingham Panthers for not forcing him to...

  15-06-2016 17:55
  
  Matthew Myers has thanked Nottingham Panthers for not forcing him to see out his contract and letting him join Elite League rivals Cardiff Devils.The Great Britain centre left Panthers in the wake of their play-offs win, citing family reasons.Myers, 31, lived with Panthers consultant Simon Moor last season while his wife remained in South Wales, something which took its toll on him.Having told head coach Corey Neilson and general manager Gary Moran of his concerns, Myers was grateful they...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Beeston duo almost score in Great Britain Champions Trophy draw

  15-06-2016 17:40
  
  Beeston duo Mark Gleghorne and Adam Dixon both went close to scoring for Great Britain as they drew 1-1 with Germany in the Champions Trophy.Gleghorne almost struck in the first quarter of the match at Lee Valley, but Germany's Nicolas Jacobi performed heroics to repel his penalty corner.And Dixon hit the woodwork with a thunderous shot when it was 0-0.A second half penalty corner from Ashley Jackson secured a hard-earned draw for Britain.Bobby Crutchley's side went into the final quarter...
  
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• JenniferScott published All you need to know from Nottingham City Council's June planning...

  15-06-2016 17:29
  
  The regeneration of Nottingham's southern gateway took another baby step forward on Wednesday after plans for a new modern apartment block got the go ahead. The 62-flat building will replace a temporary car park on Traffic Street, nestled behind the Castle Rock Brewery, and will offer city centre living within a short stumble of the Vat and Fiddle pub. Nottingham City Council's planning committee gave the scheme the thumbs up during its meeting at Loxley House, but there was some concern about..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Six train fare dodgers fined hundreds of pounds

  15-06-2016 17:00
  
  Six passengers who tried to dodge paying for train tickets were fined by Nottingham magistrates today.They included a woman who got a £389.30 bill for a train ride home from Leicester which should have cost her £12.30 - if she had bought a ticket. Lorraine Jones failed to attend Nottingham Magistrates' Court today and was found guilty in her absence of making the journey without a ticket on January 19. Bernie Rowan, for East Midlands Trains, said the passenger was issued with a...
  
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• JemmaPage published Steaks offered by farm shop for help tracing stolen £1,200...

  15-06-2016 17:00
  
  A Nottinghamshire farm shop is offering a £200 reward and a pair of prime steaks for help tracing a stolen £1,200 ceramic barbecue. The Big Green Egg kamado-style cooker was stolen from the Gonalston Farm Shop, in Southwell Road, at about 1.30pm on Thursday, June 9.
  And the local produce vendor has offered juicy reward for anyone with information leading to the return of the barbecue.Director Georgina Mason said the "outdoor lifestyle oven" was brand new and on sale...
  
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• BenIreland published Watch Gedling street under inches of water as flooding hits...

  15-06-2016 16:55
  
  Residents have recorded their street when it was submerged in inches of water as parts of Nottinghamshire continue to suffer the affects of flash floods. Waverley Avenue, inGedling, has been flooded regularly over the last five years and residents have campaigned to the local council to improve the situation.
  It was the second time in five days that Waverley Avenue was hit by floods, after heavy downpours were recorded on Friday as well as on Tuesday evening.Severe weather warnings for rain...
  
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• LynetteP published The world's most expensive steak to go on sale at Aldi

  15-06-2016 16:30
  
  The world's most expensive steak, costing £90 in a top London restaurant, goes on sale at Nottingham branches ofAldi tomorrow for less than £8.With its distinctive rich taste, premium wagyu steak is considered the best there is but it doesn't come cheap - until now. But get in quick as it's for a limited time only, while stocks last. Demand is expected to be unprecedented and the supermarket chain has imposed a limit of two steaks per customer so as many people as possible...
  
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• BenIreland published Drivers warned to slow down in wet weather after surge in East...

  15-06-2016 16:30
  
  Emergency services are warning drivers to slow on the roads after a surge in crashes during the wet weather. East Midlands Ambulance Service was called to 35 incidents in 17 hours – with most of those recorded in the rush hours on Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning. And with more rain on the way – the Met Office extended its severe weather warning to Friday for the seventh day running – paramedics are pleading with motorists to take care and slow down. Medics rushed to...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Forest transfer rumour: Reds want Juventus goalkeeper

  15-06-2016 16:29
  
  Nottingham Forest are reportedly battling with Leeds United to sign Juventus goalkeeper Francesco Anacoura.The 21-year-old signed a five-year contract with the Italian giants in 2012, but is nowhere near challenging first choice Gianluigi Buffon for a first-team place.He has been loaned out three times, most recently to third tier side Rimini.Italian media outlet Tutto Mercato say Championship clubs Forest and Leeds are keen to sign Anacoura.Read more: Forest have become a comedy clubIf he did..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Leander Paes and Daniel Nestor set for Nottingham Open doubles

  15-06-2016 16:18
  
  Two of the most decorated doubles players of all time, Leander Paes and Daniel Nestor, will return to Nottingham this week in an Aegon Open field that includes Davis Cup-winning Brit Dominic Inglot.Sixth seed Paes, who has recently been selected for a record seventh time to represent India at the Olympic Games this summer, will partner Pole Marcin Matkowski, while Nestor and Inglot will pair up as top seeds.The 18-time major champion from Calcutta completed a career grand slam by winning the...
  
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• LynetteP published The Frustrated Chef's new restaurant in Beeston has been 12 years...

  15-06-2016 16:00
  
  Two men. One dream. Welcome to The Frustrated Chef. Beeston's newest spot to eat and drink is extending opening hours to include Sundays, starting with Father's Day. LYNETTE PINCHESS finds out what's in store
  Who or what is The Frustrated Chef?It is a world tapas restaurant and bar in Chilwell Road, Beeston – a joint venture for chef of 20 years Mattias Karlsson and enthusiastic home cook Patrick de Souza. Mattias was born in Sweden and Patrick has Goan roots so between them they have...
  
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• DanRobinson published Some of the fastest-growing companies in Notts revealed

  15-06-2016 16:00
  
  Firms in property, science, construction, home furnishings and engineering industries are rapidly expanding, either organically or through mergers and acquisitions. As the Top 200 list is based on accounts filed with Companies House – which affords businesses a grace period for submission – in 2014 and 2015, the time lag means more recent growth has not been acknowledged in the 2016 list. Some firms have still risen significantly, while others have actually dropped, but we've...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Football League Trophy changes all to do with money says Garry...

  15-06-2016 15:58
  
  Garry Birtles says the changes to the Football League Trophy are purely down to money.Despite all of the focus being on the European Championships, there was quite a seismic event happening in English football last Friday.In what is a trial for one season only, it was announced academy teams from the Premier League will take part in this year's Football League Trophy.When I heard the news my instant reaction was 'you've got to be kidding me'.I've covered the Johnstone's Paint Trophy and...
  
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• LynetteP published Father's Day recipe to try from Bake Off's Jordan Cox

  15-06-2016 15:30
  
  We bet your dad has given you plenty of dough over the years. Now it's your turn to return the favour. Kind of. Make him a Father's Day treat, a cheese and onion loaf, from this recipe by Nottingham's Great British Bake Off contestant Jordan Cox. But first, Jordan, who lives in Sneinton, has a little confession to make to his own dad: On a rainy Saturday afternoon when I must have been around six years old, my mother and I took a walk up Radford Road before stumbling upon Pet Care. Whilst...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Add an English flag to your Facebook and Twitter profiles to get...

  15-06-2016 15:23
  
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• Barry_Cooper published When are the fixtures released for the new Football League...

  15-06-2016 15:20
  
  The season for Nottinghamshire's three football clubs has long since been over.But no sooner does it come to an end, attention quickly turns to the next one. And with so much still up in the air at the City Ground and a new manager at Meadow Lane, a summer of change is in the offing.One key date the supporters look for each and every summer, is fixture release day next month. Supporters will be able to plot their trips to relegated Premier League stadiums like St James' Park, Villa Park and...
  
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• JemmaPage published Man who climbed M1 gantry 'cost public £29 million'

  15-06-2016 15:12
  
  A man accused of bringing the southbound M1 to a standstill for 28 hours cost the wider economy an estimated £1m an hour. The closure, which happened between about 12pm on Sunday and 4pm on Monday, was also thought to have cost emergency services a further £1m. Nicholas Muton, who is accused of causing a public nuisance, appeared in the dock at Leicester Magistrates' Court today for a 10-minute hearing.
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• Adam Collin: Notts County sign Rotherham goalkeeper

  15-06-2016 14:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Notts County complete the signing of experienced goalkeeper Adam Collin following his exit from Rotherham United.
  
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• GemmaToulson published Greggs partnership for Nottingham firm

  15-06-2016 14:11
  
  Pastry lovers living in the south of England will have a better chance of buying a Greggs pasty thanks to work being carried out by a Nottingham company. Clegg Food Projects will work on a new distribution centre project for the national bakery chain. The Lace Market-based company has worked on projects for Greggs for the last 15 years and is about to start work on its new distribution centre in Enfield. Read more: Nottinghamshire's Top 200 Companies revealedThe development - the...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County make Adam Collin their first signing

  15-06-2016 14:06
  
  Notts County have made their first signing of the summer by recruiting experienced goalkeeper Adam Collin. The former Rotherham goalkeeper has signed a two-year deal and is new boss John Sheridan's first signing of the summer.Collin is vastly experienced and won promotion with the Millers to the Championship and counts Newcastle and Carlisle as his former clubs. Speaking to the club's website, Collin said: "I am delighted to be here. It's another part of my career that I am looking...
  
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• JHLewis published Books from Nottingham sent to help trainee nurses in Zambia

  15-06-2016 14:00
  
  The East Midlands medical community has boosted nurse training in the landlocked African state of Zambia. In a project co-ordinated by Zambia-born nursing professional Florence Mwando, donated medical books and journals and other educational equipment have been shipped out to capital Lusaka.Florence and her husband Nelson flew to Lusaka and were joined by supporter and fellow Zambian Peggy Katambi, a Derby-based nurse, to distribute the books at five teaching hospitals and nursing schools.Read..
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Nottingham Forest transfer rumours: Former Celtic striker Anthony...

  15-06-2016 14:00
  
  Managerless Nottingham Forest have been linked with former Celtic forward Anthony Stokes, following his release from Parkhead.Stokes spent last season on loan at Scottish First Division outfit Hibernian, scoring twice for the Edinburgh club in their dramatic Scottish Cup win against Rangers last month.However, the Reds could face competition for Stokes' signature, with Blackburn and Rotherham United also believed to be chasing the Republic of Ireland striker.The Millers, now managed by Alan...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Who do you want to see at Download next year?

  15-06-2016 13:00
  
  Download may have only just come and gone but for many the countdown is already on for next year's festival. The three-day event may have experienced dire weather at Donington Park but the mud, sludge and downpours of rain weren't enough to stop the festival-goers from rocking to headline acts Rammstein, Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden. The UK's premiere Rock Festival began in 2003 with Iron Maiden, A, NOFX and Audioslave headlining and over the years the Download stages have been graced with...
  
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• GemmaToulson published More people in jobs as employment levels rise

  15-06-2016 13:00
  
  The number of people in work across the East Midlands has risen to 2.27 million – an increase of 21,000 people from last year. The latest regional employment figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) relate to the period between February and April. The figures also show that 106,203 people are unemployed in the East Midlands, a fall of 8,000 people . The unemployment rate now stands at 4.5 percent, below the national average of 5.1 percent. In terms of Jobseekers'...
  
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• GemmaToulson published ​New board members sought by D2N2

  15-06-2016 12:51
  
  New board members are being sought to steer the activities of the D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership – the business-led organisation promoting economic growth and jobs creation across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Three more business people have the opportunity to join the D2N2 LEP; a private sector-led partnership whose board is composed of people from the business, local authority, skills and training, and community and social enterprise sectors.
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• JemmaPage published More than 5,000 over 65s abused in Nottinghamshire over past 12...

  15-06-2016 12:43
  
  More than 5,000 people aged over 65 have been abused in Nottinghamshire over the past 12 months. The figures, released by Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service, show there was a 5.3 percent increase in reports of elder abuse in 2015/16, compared to 2014/15.
  The total figure for the past 12 months was 5,462.The area with the most reports of abuse is Mansfield, closely followed by Ashfield. The fire service has issued advice reminding local people how to report abuse as part of this year's...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Who is Pierre Issa, the man linked to a director of football role...

  15-06-2016 12:36
  
  It's fair to say Pierre Issa, the latest man to be linked with a director of football role at Nottingham Forest, had an eventful career as a player. The former defender played in the Premier League for Watford, but is best remembered for being dropped as he was being carried off the pitch on a stretcher during his brief time in English football. He also played in two World Cups with South Africa, but scored an own goal in a 3-0 defeat to hosts France in Marseille during the 1998...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Netherfield town centre affected by power cut

  15-06-2016 12:12
  
  Homes and businesses in a town centre have been hit by a power cut which is not expected to be fixed until the middle of Wednesday afternoon.More than 200 properties in Netherfield have been affectedby the cuts this morning.On Victoria Road - a main shopping area - a total of 178 properties are without power. The outage started at 7.47am and power is not expected to be restored to all properties until 4.30pm. A spokesman for Western Power Distribution said that the outage was due to an...
  
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• JemmaPage published Schoolboy cycles 100 miles in memory of stabbing victim

  15-06-2016 12:00
  
  After more than 100 miles and a lot of muscle-burning, a schoolboy has finished a sponsored cycle ride. Ten-year-old Kian Pearson has raised £650 for Nottingham-based charity the Jason Spencer Trust in memory of stabbing victim Jade Riley-Ward by cycling from Mansfield to Mablethorpe. Kian, a pupil at Somerlea Park Junior School, Somercotes, said: "It was a very tiring journey but worth it. I've raised a lot of money and I am proud of myself for doing it." His mother Tracey...
  
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• JenniferScott published Follow Question Time in Nottingham live from 5pm

  15-06-2016 11:59
  
  Question Time is taking over the Albert Hall in Nottingham tonight for a special edition, arguing the case to leave the European Union. Michael Gove will face the local audience alone, as host David Dimbleby takes the questions. Read more: Follow all of our coverage of the EU Referendum here. The programme will air at 6.45pm, but we will be at the venue talking to the audience members and bringing you everything from the show from 5pm. Follow our live blog below from then to keep up to...
  
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• JenniferScott published Question Time in Nottingham TONIGHT

  15-06-2016 11:33
  
  Question Time will be in Nottingham tonight for an EU Referendum special from the Brexit campaign. David Dimbleby will host the show at the Albert Hall at 6.45pm, with a local audience questioning Michael Gove - the Conservative justice minister and prominent leave campaigner. Read more: See Ed Miliband make the case for Remain on the tramLater in the week, Prime Minister David Cameron will then make his case for remaining a member of the European Union in a similar show in Milton Keynes. ...
  
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• JemmaPage published Fallen tree blocks entrance to Holme Pierrepont Water Sports...

  15-06-2016 11:10
  
  A fallen tree has blocked the entrance to the Holme Pierrepont Water Sports Centre after blowing over in the wind last night. Nottinghamshire County Council highways response team were told about the fallen tree, in Adbolton Lane, at 2am on Wednesday morning, but had to wait until BT arrived at 7.15am before work could begin on clearing it as it had brought down some telephone wires.The team has been on site all morning removing the tree and attempting to remove as much of its root system as...
  
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• RachelGorman published 11 things you'll appreciate if you've spent a night at Oceana

  15-06-2016 11:00
  
  Oceana will be closing its doors for good on June 19 to make way for PRYZM nightclub on July 1, with Mark Wright as special guest. And while the prospect of a £800,000 revamp is certainly exciting, we can't help but feel a little sad by the announced closure of our beloved sticky-floored palace. Over the years it's seen its fair share of rent-a-celebs, including the Made In Chelsea crew, the reunited S Club 7 and Footballers' Wives star Gary Lucy, not to mention those unforgettable...
  
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• RachelGorman published 11 things you can only appreciate if you've spent a night at...

  15-06-2016 11:00
  
  Oceana will be closing its doors for good on June 19 to make way for PRYZM nightclub on July 1, with Mark Wright as special guest. And while the prospect of a £800,000 revamp is certainly exciting, we can't help but feel a little sad by the announced closure of our beloved sticky-floored palace. Over the years it's seen its fair share of rent-a-celebs, including the Made In Chelsea crew, the reunited S Club 7 and Footballers' Wives star Gary Lucy, not to mention those unforgettable...
  
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• JemmaPage published Nottingham lecturer's battle to support five African orphans

  15-06-2016 11:00
  
  A Nottingham lecturer is appealing for help to support a family who were forced to flee their home country after the threat of a civil war.English lecturer Tariq Barwany is currently using half of his monthly salary to support five children in Africa - after becoming friends with their aunt on a trip to Zambia.But the 45-year-old, of Flintham, near Newark, says he can only afford to pay for food and other essentials for the family, and cannot cover the cost to send the youngsters to school.Mr...
  
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