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• Nottingham Post published Alex Hales suffers back injury but England clinch series win...

  29-06-2016 22:47
  
  Jason Roy's brilliant 162 on his home ground, England's second-highest one-day international individual score, powered them to victory as they sealed the series against Sri Lanka.England, without Roy's regular opening partner Alex Hales at the top of the order after the Nottinghamshire man injured his back fielding at The Oval, faced a Duckworth-Lewis target of 308 from 42 overs.But Roy and Joe Root (65) took advantage of an outstanding surface, after the early loss of Moeen Ali, to ease England
  
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• Motorist taken to hospital after two-car crash in Nottingham - Nottingham Post

  29-06-2016 21:30
  Motorist taken to hospital after two-car crash in Nottingham
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  Two vehicles collided in Derby Road, near to the QMC Island and the University of Nottingham, at around 6.15pm today. The outbound carriageway was closed for two hours and traffic was queuing up to Clifton Boulevard while emergency services dealt with ...and more »
  
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• JemmaPage published Motorist taken to hospital after two-car crash in Nottingham

  29-06-2016 21:15
  
  A motorist has been taken to hospital after a two-car crash in Nottingham. Two vehicles collided in Derby Road, near to the QMC Island and the University of Nottingham, at around 6.15pm today. The outbound carriageway was closed for two hours and traffic was queuing up to Clifton Boulevard while emergency services dealt with the crash.
  Read more: Driver taken to hospital after two-car crash in NottinghamA spokesman for Nottinghamshire Police said: "One person has been taken to...
  
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• Why Bridgeway Consulting is on the rise - Nottingham Post

  29-06-2016 21:04
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  Why Bridgeway Consulting is on the rise
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  Nottinghamshire's Top 200 Companies listing was published by the Post last month to celebrate the businesses which collectively contribute £29.8 billion to the local economy and employ more than 202,412 staff. At an event to launch this year's listing ...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Why Bridgeway Consulting is on the rise

  29-06-2016 21:00
  
  Nottinghamshire's Top 200 Companies listing was published by the Post last month to celebrate the businesses which collectively contribute £29.8 billion to the local economy and employ more than 202,412 staff. At an event to launch this year's listing, Boots was named company of the year and Bridgeway Consulting pronounced the highest riser from last year's listing. Gemma Toulson reports.Among this year's list of Nottinghamshire's Top 200 Companies was a business that had climbed up the...
  
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• GemmaToulson commented Why Bridgeway Consulting is on the rise

  29-06-2016 21:00
  
  Nottinghamshire's Top 200 Companies listing was published by the Post last month to celebrate the businesses which collectively contribute £29.8 billion to the local economy and employ more than 202,412 staff. At an event to launch this year's listing, Boots was named company of the year and Bridgeway Consulting pronounced the highest riser from last year's listing. Gemma Toulson reports.Among this year's list of Nottinghamshire's Top 200 Companies was a business that had climbed up the...
  
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• Nottingham Forest to play Port Vale in pre-season friendly - Nottingham Post

  29-06-2016 20:41
  
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  Nottingham Forest to play Port Vale in pre-season friendly
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  Nottingham Forest will play Port Vale in a pre-season friendly, according to the League One club. The match will take place on July 19, and appears to replace one against Lincoln City, which was cancelled earlier today. The Valiants confirmed the game ...
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Forest to play Port Vale in pre-season friendly

  29-06-2016 20:29
  
  Nottingham Forest will play Port Vale in a pre-season friendly, according to the League One club.The match will take place on July 19, and appears to replace one against Lincoln City, which was cancelled earlier today.The Valiants confirmed the game on their official website, saying it will take place at Vale Park with a 7.45pm kick-off.Read more: Philippe Montanier is already reshaping Nottingham Forest's pre-season as Lincoln game is cancelledPort Vale's Vale Park Lincoln said earlier today...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Nottingham Forest to play Port Vale in pre-season friendly

  29-06-2016 20:29
  
  Nottingham Forest will play Port Vale in a pre-season friendly, according to the League One club.The match will take place on July 19, and appears to replace one against Lincoln City, which was cancelled earlier today.The Valiants confirmed the game on their official website, saying it will take place at Vale Park with a 7.45pm kick-off.Read more: Philippe Montanier is already reshaping Nottingham Forest's pre-season as Lincoln game is cancelledPort Vale's Vale Park Lincoln said earlier today...
  
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• Defender Richard Duffy prioritising stability over style with Notts County - Nottingham Post

  29-06-2016 20:03
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  Defender Richard Duffy prioritising stability over style with Notts County
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  New Notts County defender Richard Duffy talks about his aims for the season with the Magpies and his international career with Wales. Consistency is a word which crops up consistently when speaking to Richard Duffy. Notts County's new defender makes it ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Defender Richard Duffy prioritising stability over style with...

  29-06-2016 19:49
  
  New Notts County defender Richard Duffy talks about his aims for the season with the Magpies and his international career with Wales.Consistency is a word which crops up consistently when speaking to Richard Duffy.Notts County's new defender makes it clear he prioritises substance over style, an even keel over peaks and troughs.Duffy would rather do the fundamentals well than be singled out for doing anything 'flashy'.And if he meets those standards, the former Port Vale man is confident both he
  
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• First look around new PRYZM nightclub - Nottingham Post

  29-06-2016 19:04
  
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  First look around new PRYZM nightclub
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  After two weeks of scaffolding, painting, cleaning and a whole heap of elbow grease, Oceana will be reopening on Friday as PRYZM nightclub... and it'll come as no surprise that £800,000 gets you quite the makeover. Rachel Gorman takes a first look ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published House buyer's £1,900 bill for ditching old furniture...

  29-06-2016 19:00
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• Nottingham Post published Future England players must no longer be pampered, says Garry...

  29-06-2016 19:00
  
  Post columnist Garry Birtles looks at what must happen next for England after their Euro 2016 exit.It was certainly a shambolic exit from the European Championships for England and now the inquest has begun.There are so many problems with the national team right now it's hard to believe. During my time working at the Euros I've been lucky enough to spend some time with the Wales squad.They're open and can't do enough for you. It's different with England.Players are reportedly briefed on what to.
  
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• Nottingham Post commented House buyer's £1,900 bill for ditching old furniture...

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• Nottingham Post commented Future England players must no longer be pampered, says Garry...

  29-06-2016 19:00
  
  Post columnist Garry Birtles looks at what must happen next for England after their Euro 2016 exit.It was certainly a shambolic exit from the European Championships for England and now the inquest has begun.There are so many problems with the national team right now it's hard to believe. During my time working at the Euros I've been lucky enough to spend some time with the Wales squad.They're open and can't do enough for you. It's different with England.Players are reportedly briefed on what to.
  
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• LynetteP published 14 quirky spots to eat and drink in and around Nottingham

  29-06-2016 19:00
  
  There's nothing ordinary about these places, with their offbeat decor, interesting history, fab views and things to do other than just eat and drink. Let us take you on a tour of Nottinghamshire's quirkiest pubs, cafes, bars and restaurants.Kiosk In the heart of Sherwood is a shipping container that has been converted into an unusual little cafe. Once used to transport goods between the Far East and America, it's now the place for brunch, lunch and yummy cakes, just off Mansfield...
  
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• Alleged rape victim claimed 'I've not been treated very well' - Nottingham Post

  29-06-2016 18:42
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  Alleged rape victim claimed 'I've not been treated very well'
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  A woman allegedly raped at the hands of two members of a WhatsApp group called "The Gruesome Threesome" contacted a taxi firm and asked to be picked up as soon as possible, claiming "I've not been treated very well". Recordings of the calls made by ...and more »
  
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• DanRobinson published Why sales of mortuary equipment made in Notts is on the rise

  29-06-2016 18:34
  
  It's one of the world's most hidden industries but mortuary equipment is a crucial part of the process after death. Nottingham firm LEEC Limited is flying the flag for Britain after winning a coveted Queen's Award for Enterprise earlier this year. Dan Robinson visits its factory to find out more For the mortuary staff given the task of handling that transition, having the best equipment available is essential in maintaining the highest standards of dignity and care. That's where LEEC Limited...
  
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• RachelGorman published First look around new PRYZM nightclub following £8000,000...

  29-06-2016 18:33
  
  After two weeks of scaffolding, painting, cleaning and a whole heap of elbow grease, Oceana will be reopening on Friday as PRYZM nightclub... and it'll come as no surprise that £800,000 gets you quite the makeover. Rachel Gorman takes a first look around the spruced-up Upper Parliament Street venue Hockley's listed dance hall is no stranger to a makeover - with no less than five incarnations since it first opened as the Palais de Danse in 1925. Since then the popular night spot has...
  
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• RachelGorman published First look around new PRYZM nightclub following £800,000...

  29-06-2016 18:33
  
  After two weeks of scaffolding, painting, cleaning and a whole heap of elbow grease, Oceana will be reopening on Friday as PRYZM nightclub... and it'll come as no surprise that £800,000 gets you quite the makeover. Rachel Gorman takes a first look around the spruced-up Upper Parliament Street venue
  Nottingham's listed dance hall is no stranger to a makeover - with no less than five incarnations since it first opened as the Palais de Danse in 1925. Since then the popular night spot has...
  
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• RachelGorman commented First look around new PRYZM nightclub following £800,000...

  29-06-2016 18:33
  
  After two weeks of scaffolding, painting, cleaning and a whole heap of elbow grease, Oceana will be reopening on Friday as PRYZM nightclub... and it'll come as no surprise that £800,000 gets you quite the makeover. Rachel Gorman takes a first look around the spruced-up Upper Parliament Street venue
  Nottingham's listed dance hall is no stranger to a makeover - with no less than five incarnations since it first opened as the Palais de Danse in 1925. Since then the popular night spot has...
  
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• JenniferScott published Police issue stark warning not to carry knives in wake of another...

  29-06-2016 18:33
  
  Police have warned criminals that knife crime is a top priority in the wake of another city stabbing. A 51-year-old man ended up in Queen's Medical Centre on Tuesday after being stabbed in Brook Close, Bulwell, and is now recovering from the single wound.But the community has been left shaken by the incident, which comes less than a month after a stabbing in Hyson Green took the life of 24-year-old Aqib Mazhar.Read more: Residents speak of shock after city stabbingNottinghamshire Police has told
  
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• Free Day out for Everyone in Nottingham for Lord Mayor's Parade - West Bridgford Wire

  29-06-2016 18:18
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  Free Day out for Everyone in Nottingham for Lord Mayor's Parade
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  Nottingham City Council is putting on a fantastic free day out on Saturday 2 July, as Councillor Mohammed Saghir is sworn in as the new Lord Mayor. To celebrate, the city will enjoy a free fun day, with free entry at Nottingham Castle, a parade and ...
  
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• rsherdley published Alleged rape victim claimed 'I've not been treated very well'

  29-06-2016 18:10
  
  A woman allegedly raped at the hands of two members of a WhatsApp group called "The Gruesome Threesome" contacted a taxi firm and asked to be picked up as soon as possible, claiming "I've not been treated very well".Recordings of the calls made by the woman after she fled from the apartment complex where the attack apparently happened in December 2014, were played to the jury at the trial of her alleged attackers at Nottingham Crown Court today.Two calls, at 1.01am and...
  
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• rsherdley published Gang member jailed after shopkeeper beaten in robbery spree

  29-06-2016 18:00
  
  A gang member has been jailed for five years after he was in a team that beat a shopkeeper with an iron bar and stole £16,000 worth of cigarettes, all to pay off a debt to another shopkeeper.Getaway driver Callum Johnson "carried the can" for the full team, who remain at large, but the police did catch his accomplice, Turkish national, shopkeeper Umit Kaya, who had been on standby in a car nearby to collect the stolen fags.In one raid, at Londis in Awsworth, the masked robbers...
  
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• rsherdley commented Gang member jailed after shopkeeper beaten in robbery spree

  29-06-2016 18:00
  
  A gang member has been jailed for five years after he was in a team that beat a shopkeeper with an iron bar and stole £16,000 worth of cigarettes, all to pay off a debt to another shopkeeper.Getaway driver Callum Johnson "carried the can" for the full team, who remain at large, but the police did catch his accomplice, Turkish national, shopkeeper Umit Kaya, who had been on standby in a car nearby to collect the stolen fags.In one raid, at Londis in Awsworth, the masked robbers...
  
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• JonPritchard published Broxtowe MP Anna Soubry rejects claim she was drunk at rally

  29-06-2016 18:00
  
  Broxtowe MP Anna Soubry has rejected an accusation that she was drunk at an anti-Brexit rally outside the Houses of Parliament. Ms Soubry had looked as if she was struggling to hold back the tears as she addressed campaigners at the rally on Tuesday about the "terrible mistake" of leaving the EU. In an emotional speech, Ms Soubry told those present that her family had wept at the news of leaving the EU. Read more: Hundreds gather in Old Market Square to call for unity after...
  
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• Broxtowe MP Anna Soubry rejects claim she was drunk at rally - Nottingham Post

  29-06-2016 17:56
  
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  Broxtowe MP Anna Soubry rejects claim she was drunk at rally
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  Broxtowe MP Anna Soubry has rejected an accusation that she was drunk at an anti-Brexit rally outside the Houses of Parliament. Ms Soubry had looked as if she was struggling to hold back the tears as she addressed campaigners at the rally on Tuesday ...and more »
  
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• How did your area of Nottingham vote in the EU referendum? - Nottingham Post

  29-06-2016 17:40
  
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  How did your area of Nottingham vote in the EU referendum?
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  Nottingham's biggest Brexit vote came from the residents of Bilborough, with 4,523 locals voting to leave the European Union. The breakdown of the referendum results into city wards has been published by Nottingham City Council, showing which areas ...and more »
  
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• MattDavies published Nottinghamshire aim to keep Hales as they confirm interest in...

  29-06-2016 17:27
  
  Nottinghamshire will fight to keep Alex Hales at the club despite plans to bring in at least one new opening batsman next season.Hales is out of contract at the end of the season and Notts have received two letters of approach, one from second division Essex, to speak to him.Similarly, Notts director of cricket Mick Newell has lodged 28-day letters of approach to talk to Warwickshire's Varun Chopra and Durham's Mark Stoneman - two 29-year-olds who are among the best on the circuit without...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Apostolos Vellios hopes to plot a route back into the Premier...

  29-06-2016 17:22
  
  Apostolos Vellios hopes to plot a route back into the Premier League with Nottingham Forest. The Greek international says he has fulfilled an ambition by securing a return to English football, following his 1.2m euro move from Iraklis. But that is only the first part of the 24-year-old's future blueprint, as he says he would only have joined a club he felt were equipped to challenge for a promotion into the Premier League. Vellios, 24, had a taste of what life would be like in the top...
  
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• DanRussell published Nottinghamshire schools unsure if they will close during strike...

  29-06-2016 17:21
  
  A large number of schools in Nottinghamshire have said they are still unsure if they will close during a day of strike action - leaving parents unsure whether they will need to arrange childcare.Teachers will march through Nottingham city centre on Tuesday protesting against Government funding cuts to schools and education. The march, organised by the Nottinghamshire branch of the National Union of Teachers (NUT), will start at Forest Recreation Ground at 10am and finish with a rally in Old...
  
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• JenniferScott published How did your area of Nottingham vote in the EU referendum?

  29-06-2016 17:15
  
  Nottingham's biggest Brexit vote came from the residents of Bilborough, with 4,523 locals voting to leave the European Union. The breakdown of the referendum results into city wards has been published by Nottingham City Council, showing which areas favoured getting out of the EU and which wanted to remain.
  Just 2,326 voters cast their ballot to stay in the union in Bilborough, meaning leave won with 66 percent of the vote.Read more: How Brexit will affect your job, holiday, savings and...
  
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• JenniferScott commented How did your area of Nottingham vote in the EU referendum?

  29-06-2016 17:15
  
  Nottingham's biggest Brexit vote came from the residents of Bilborough, with 4,523 locals voting to leave the European Union. The breakdown of the referendum results into city wards has been published by Nottingham City Council, showing which areas favoured getting out of the EU and which wanted to remain.
  Just 2,326 voters cast their ballot to stay in the union in Bilborough, meaning leave won with 66 percent of the vote.Read more: How Brexit will affect your job, holiday, savings and...
  
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• French star Antoine Griezmann praises new Nottingham Forest boss Montanier - Nottingham Post

  29-06-2016 17:12
  
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  French star Antoine Griezmann praises new Nottingham Forest boss Montanier
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  The fortunes of France at their own European Championships has largely rested on the shoulders of one of new Nottingham Forest boss Philippe Montanier's former protégés. Antoine Griezmann has been setting the tournament alight across the Channel, ...
  Philippe Montanier expects Nottingham Forest to make 'several' new signingsBBC News
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• Yellow line painted outside MOT centre 'crazy' says owner - Nottingham Post

  29-06-2016 17:02
  
  Yellow line painted outside MOT centre 'crazy' says owner
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  The owner of a MOT centre in Chilwell has said his business has been affected after Nottinghamshire County Council painted a yellow line on the road outside. Paul Fleming, who has run Chilwell MOT Centre for the last eight years, said the single yellow ...
  
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• JonPritchard published Yellow line painted outside MOT centre 'crazy' says owner

  29-06-2016 17:00
  
  The owner of a MOT centre in Chilwell has said his business has been affected after Nottinghamshire County Council painted a yellow line on the road outside. Paul Fleming, who has run Chilwell MOT Centre for the last eight years, said the single yellow line was painted outside his business around six months ago. Earlier this week, a traffic warden was seen patrolling the street and handing out tickets to those who were parking up to drop their car off at the garage. Read more: Residents...
  
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• JonPritchard commented Yellow line painted outside MOT centre 'crazy' says owner

  29-06-2016 17:00
  
  The owner of a MOT centre in Chilwell has said his business has been affected after Nottinghamshire County Council painted a yellow line on the road outside. Paul Fleming, who has run Chilwell MOT Centre for the last eight years, said the single yellow line was painted outside his business around six months ago. Earlier this week, a traffic warden was seen patrolling the street and handing out tickets to those who were parking up to drop their car off at the garage. Read more: Residents...
  
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• JemmaPage published Teenager in Turkey after Istanbul Ataturk airport attack...

  29-06-2016 17:00
  
  A teenager on holiday in Turkey said she is "worried" about flying home following a suicide blast at Ataturk airport in Istanbul. Lucy Burgess flew out to Antalya from East Midlands Airport on June 24 for a week-long holiday at the 5* Liberty Lara Hotel resort. And although the hotel is almost 450 miles away from the suspected Islamic State attack, the 19-year-old, of Mansfield, said she feels unsafe and is "not looking forward" to flying back home. Lucy said: "I...
  
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• Michael O'Connor: Notts County sign Port Vale midfielder on a two-year deal

  29-06-2016 16:33 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Notts County sign midfielder Michael O'Connor on a two-year deal, the third player to join from Port Vale this week.
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Mansfield Town sign former Southend United midfielder Kevan Hurst

  29-06-2016 16:30
  
  Mansfield Town have signed former Southend United midfielder Kevan Hurst.The 30-year-old left the Shrimpers at the end of last season, after a four-year spell at Roots Hall.Hurst made more than 150 appearances for Southend in that time and helped them gain promotion from League Two in 2015. They also reached the Johnstone's Paint Trophy final two years earlier."I'm thrilled to be here," Hurst said, after putting pen to paper at the One Call Stadium. "The gaffer (Adam Murray) and...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Man tells court parking ticket is 'just another form of...

  29-06-2016 16:27
  
  A man who had his car towed away after trying to use his dead mother's parking badge has told a court that his fine is "just another form of taxation".John Beasley tried to use the blue badge to park on Incinerator Road, Nottingham Magistrates Court heard today.But Beasley wrote to the court and said: "Only a year ago it was free to park there. It's just another form of taxation." Beasley of Hartness Road, Nottingham admitted displaying the badge when not authorised. He must...
  
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• The UK's most unusual cannabis farms?

  29-06-2016 16:26 via bbc.co.uk
  
  As a man is convicted of allowing a former nuclear bunker to be used for growing cannabis, BBC News looks at some of the more unusual places police have uncovered cannabis factories.
  
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• Mansfield Town sign Kevan Hurst following his release by Southend United

  29-06-2016 16:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mansfield further strengthen their squad for the new season by signing Southend United midfielder Kevan Hurst.
  
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• Barry_Cooper published French star Antoine Griezmann praises new Nottingham Forest boss...

  29-06-2016 16:13
  
  The fortunes of France at their own European Championships has largely rested on the shoulders of one of new Nottingham Forest boss Philippe Montanier's former protégés. Antoine Griezmann has been setting the tournament alight across the Channel, playing an integral part for his national side. Prior to Euro 2016, the 25-year-old had been in electric form for Atlético Madrid, leading them to third place in La Liga and runners-up in the Champions League final last...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented French star Antoine Griezmann praises new Nottingham Forest boss...

  29-06-2016 16:13
  
  The fortunes of France at their own European Championships has largely rested on the shoulders of one of new Nottingham Forest boss Philippe Montanier's former protégés. Antoine Griezmann has been setting the tournament alight across the Channel, playing an integral part for his national side. Prior to Euro 2016, the 25-year-old had been in electric form for Atlético Madrid, leading them to third place in La Liga and runners-up in the Champions League final last...
  
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• Find out when these Glastonbury artists perform in Nottingham - Nottingham Post

  29-06-2016 16:12
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  Find out when these Glastonbury artists perform in Nottingham
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  Nottingham is blessed with one of the country's greatest music scenes, with quality live venues such as Rock City, the Bodega, Rescue Rooms and intimate venues like Jamcafe and The Chameleon complementing the city's musical talent. And with such a ...and more »
  
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• MattDavies published Apostolos Vellios signing needs to be the first of many at...

  29-06-2016 16:00
  
  Nottingham Forest great and Post columnist Garry Birtles hopes the signing of Apostolos Vellios is the first of many this summer. One day after Philippe Montanier arrives at Nottingham Forest and they make their first signing of the summer. Let's not pretend the arrival of Apostolos Vellios has come out of the blue, it's been in the pipeline for a couple of weeks. Even so, it's pleasing to see the squad taking shape. He looks like he could be a good signing. Read more: Montanier making...
  
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• JemmaPage published Driver taken to hospital after two-car crash in Nottingham

  29-06-2016 15:56
  
  A driver has been taken to hospital after a two-car crash in Nottingham. The collision, between a Land Rover and a Volkswagen, happened at 1.40pm today in Mansfield Road at the junction with Fulforth Street. The female driver of the Volkswagen received minor injuries and was taken to hospital as a precaution.
  Read more: Escaped Nottingham kidnapper found and arrestedOne lane was closed outbound while the road was cleared. It was fully re-opened shortly before 3pm. This will affect Brown,...
  
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