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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County waiting to see if Jonathan Forte will join John...

  30-06-2016 20:49
  
  Notts County are waiting to see if Jonathan Forte will become the next piece of John Sheridan's promotion plans.The Magpies are in the hunt to bolster their forward line with Jon Stead and Izale McLeod the onlyleading forwards on the books.And Sheridan is eager to pep-up his attack with a deal for Forte, who has spent three spells on loan at the Magpies during his career.Forte is believed to havebeen offered a deal by the Magpies, but the former Scunthorpe forward is yet to decide his next...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published 13 of the best Instagram posts from new Nottingham Forest signing...

  30-06-2016 20:00
  
  New Nottingham Forest signing Apostolos Vellios has arrived back in England after a two-year hiatus. The Greek international was a £250,000 signing by David Moyes at Everton in 2011, but left Goodison Park in 2014 and has now become the first signing under Philippe Montanier. Vellios has been plucked from the Super League in his home country, after Forest paid what's believed to be a fee of a £1m from Iraklis to secure his services. The 24-year-old front man is a prolific...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented 13 of the best Instagram posts from new Nottingham Forest signing...

  30-06-2016 20:00
  
  New Nottingham Forest signing Apostolos Vellios has arrived back in England after a two-year hiatus. The Greek international was a £250,000 signing by David Moyes at Everton in 2011, but left Goodison Park in 2014 and has now become the first signing under Philippe Montanier. Vellios has been plucked from the Super League in his home country, after Forest paid what's believed to be a fee of a £1m from Iraklis to secure his services. The 24-year-old front man is a prolific...
  
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• First look around new PRYZM nightclub in Nottingham following £800000 makeover - Nottingham Post

  30-06-2016 19:49
  
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  First look around new PRYZM nightclub in Nottingham following £800000 makeover
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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. The listed dance hall is no stranger to a makeover - with no less than five incarnations since it first opened ...
  
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• 11 memories of the Nottingham beach - Nottingham Post

  30-06-2016 19:35
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  11 memories of the Nottingham beach
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  Earlier this week it was announced that the Nottingham Riviera would be making its way back to the city on July 22 (under the new name of the Deliveroo Beach). That'll make it the eighth year running the city has paid no notice to its land-locked ...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Adam Dixon reveals dad's emotions as he wins Team GB call-up for...

  30-06-2016 19:24
  
  Adam Dixon revealed how his dad fought back the tears after hearing of his son's first Olympic Games call-up for Great Britain.The Beeston hockey player has been selected for Rio, where he will be aiming to bring home the gold, after the squad was unveiled earlier this week.The Nottingham-born midfielder said it was a dream to be selected to compete in the Olympics, which is the pinnacle for hockey players.Dixon recalled how he delivered the news to his parents, Graham and Karen, as he achieved.
  
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• Astronomers' 10-year project shows 250,000 galaxies

  30-06-2016 19:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Astronomers have revealed infrared pictures of more than 250,000 galaxies.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Confidence among Nottinghamshire batters higher than you might...

  30-06-2016 19:00
  
  All-rounder Steven Mullaney says Nottinghamshire can take some positives from their game against Warwickshire, in his column for the Post, and looks ahead to being back at Trent Bridge in T20 Blast action.A rain-hit game at Edgbaston saw us take eight points in the County Championship and on balance we've got to be happy with that.For most of the game we were behind after another disappointing batting effort in the first innings, when we made 152.People might say we've got out of jail,...
  
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• RachelGorman published 11 memories of the Nottingham beach

  30-06-2016 18:35
  
  Earlier this week it was announced that the Nottingham Riviera would be making its way back to the city on July 22 (under the new name of the Deliveroo Beach). That'll make it the eighth year running the city has paid no notice to its land-locked status and instead spent weeks frolicking in the sand and waves of Old Market Square.It got us feeling all nostalgic. So we dipped into our archives to find 11 of the best moments of the Nottingham beach over the years...1. When Scooby Doo caught some..
  
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• JemmaPage published Inquest into death of alleged murder victim Aqib Mazhar opens in...

  30-06-2016 18:30
  
  An inquest has opened into the death of alleged murder victim Aqib Mazhar.Mr Mazhar, 21, died after a stabbing, which took place on June 1 in Russell Road, Hyson Green. Police officers were called to the area at about 8.35pm following a report of a serious assault. Mr Mazhar was then taken to Queen's Medical Centre, where he died from his injuries.Mr Mazhar's mother confirmed her son's identity at the hospital shortly after his death.Read more: Further arrest made in Aqib Mazhar murder...
  
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• JemmaPage published Bulwell and Clifton to receive share of £1m to revitalise...

  30-06-2016 18:17
  
  Clifton and Bulwell will split a £1m fund to help give them a much-needed boost.
  They will each receive a £500,000 grant from Nottingham City Council which will be spent on revitalising the town centres with new flowers, a lick of paint and extra bins, benches and cycle racks. The council is hoping to have the funding matched by either the private sector or EU funding, although the latter is now in question after the British public voted to leave the EU last week. Each area will...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Can Nottingham Forest's David Vaughan and Wales make Euro 2016...

  30-06-2016 18:05
  
  Chris Coleman has no intention of playing the occasion down as he prepares his side for what he calls Wales' biggest game for 58 years.Wales, with Nottingham Forest's David Vaughan in the squad, meet Belgium in Lille on Friday night with a Euro 2016 semi-final place the prize for the winner.Coleman's men start as underdogs against opponents ranked second in the world, but the Wales manager said his squad have taken inspiration from talking to a member of the 1958 side which reached the...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Can Nottingham Forest's David Vaughan and Wales make Euro 2016...

  30-06-2016 18:05
  
  Chris Coleman has no intention of playing the occasion down as he prepares his side for what he calls Wales' biggest game for 58 years.Wales, with Nottingham Forest's David Vaughan in the squad, meet Belgium in Lille on Friday night with a Euro 2016 semi-final place the prize for the winner.Coleman's men start as underdogs against opponents ranked second in the world, but the Wales manager said his squad have taken inspiration from talking to a member of the 1958 side which reached the...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Michael O'Connor hoping to achieve something special at Notts...

  30-06-2016 18:04
  
  Michael O'Connor is hoping to achieve "something special" with Notts County and would love to take the club into the Championship. The former Scunthorpe United midfielder became the club's sixth summer signing earlier this week when he signed a two-year deal after rejecting a new contract at Port Vale. It represented a significant coup for Notts, with the former Northern Ireland international having attracted interest from a string of clubs. O'Connor has promotion on his CV,...
  
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• Nottmtails published Apostolos Vellios plans to shine at Nottingham Forest and earn...

  30-06-2016 18:00
  
  Apostolos Vellios hopes playing for Nottingham Forest will help him establish himself as a regular on the international stage.The striker admits he took a gamble by returning to his homeland to play for Iraklis last season – but says it was all part of a grand plan that he hoped would result in him playing for Greece and earning a return to English football.And, having won his first three Greek caps and joined the Reds in a 1.2m euro deal from Iraklis, Vellios' goal is to make himself a...
  
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• turnerturner published Businessman caught drink driving after tragedy and accident

  30-06-2016 17:55
  
  A bereaved businessman told a court that he was caught drink driving due to pain caused after he had tripped over his Labrador and fallen downstairs several weeks earlier. Robert Griffiths, 62, was three times over the drink drive limit when a member of the public spotted him buying lager from a store.He said the loss of his wife, and the accident with the dog, had caused turmoil in his life.Griffiths said he had been "knocked out for four hours" after falling at his home. He was found...
  
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• Mawouna Amevor: Defender leaves Notts County after contract is cancelled

  30-06-2016 17:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mawouna Amevor leaves Notts County after his contract is terminated by mutual consent.
  
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• JonPritchard published Campaign launched to make businesses safe havens for victims of...

  30-06-2016 17:19
  
  A project has been set up to allow businesses around Nottingham to give victims of xenophobia and racist attacks a place to feel safe.Notts Safe Places has been set up by Mark Dolan, who is encouraging businesses to offer their stores as safe havens for those who feel threatened.Read more: Popular Sherwood cafe to close to the dismay of customersNottinghamshire Police told the Post there had been 14 reports of hate crime between Friday and Monday following the referendum last week, which saw...
  
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• DanRobinson published Four jobs created at new Nottingham off-licence

  30-06-2016 17:16
  
  The owner of a new off-licence opening in Wollaton hopes to capitalise on the student market – after creating four new jobs. Jindy Mahal will open convenience store Select & Save, in Middleton Boulevard, in late July after securing a licence to sell alcohol from Nottingham City Council. It will be the third off-licence in the area, including a Co-op, and arrives despite opposition from residents concerned it could attract anti-social behaviour. Mr Mahal has run shops in...
  
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• turnerturner published Unemployed man caught with knife in public

  30-06-2016 17:06
  
  A jobless man has been told to tackle his drink problem after being caught with a knife in the street. Christopher Cannop, 41, roused suspicions after walking away when he spotted police officers searching people, magistrates in Nottingham heard. "They approached him and detained him,"said Hannah Strawson, prosecuting."They said they had concerns in the area and wished to search him. "He said 'the funny thing is I have a knife in my pocket'." Officers seized a silver...
  
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• turnerturner commented Unemployed man caught with knife in public

  30-06-2016 17:06
  
  A jobless man has been told to tackle his drink problem after being caught with a knife in the street. Christopher Cannop, 41, roused suspicions after walking away when he spotted police officers searching people, magistrates in Nottingham heard. "They approached him and detained him,"said Hannah Strawson, prosecuting."They said they had concerns in the area and wished to search him. "He said 'the funny thing is I have a knife in my pocket'." Officers seized a silver...
  
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• JHLewis published What is the American snack new to Nottingham shopping mall?

  30-06-2016 17:00
  
  Pretzels? Aren't they those funny-shaped biscuity things that cocktail party guests leave untouched until all the Twiglets and peanuts have gone? Actually, there is more to them than that. In their more enjoyable form they are dough jobs, and the biggest name in in dough pretzels is Auntie Anne's.Now the world's largest hand-rolled soft pretzel chain – 1,600 outlets worldwide – has opened in Nottingham. Outet No.1,601 can be found under the escalators at the east end of the intu...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Rugby appoint new assistant coach

  30-06-2016 16:57
  
  Nottingham Rugby have appointed New Zealander Alex O'Dowd as assistant coach.The 49-year-old has been brought in to support new boss Ian Costello, after leaving his role as assistant coach and academy manager at North Harbour, who ply their trade at the top level of domestic rugby in his homeland.O'Dowd has previously been head coach of the Dutch national side and has also spent time with Ulster, as well as Bordeaux Begles and Super Rugby side The Blues.He will combine his role with the position
  
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• NottmPostEG published Take a sneak around the Old Angel pub which reopens this Saturday

  30-06-2016 16:47
  
  The Old Angel Inn, on Stoney Street, is to officially open this weekend after being closed since March. The much-loved former live venue was at the centre of the Nottingham rock scene for 25 years and whilst it may be drifting from its roots in rock, the new owner has maintained a lot of the pub's character as it re-opens to the public on Sunday.Landlord Benjamin Rose said he jumped at the opportunity to re-open the venue.Take a sneak peak inside The Angel Microbrewery to see how it has...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Take a peek around the Old Angel pub which reopens this Saturday

  30-06-2016 16:47
  
  The Old Angel Inn, on Stoney Street, is to officially open this weekend after being closed since March. The much-loved former live venue was at the centre of the Nottingham rock scene for 25 years and whilst it may be drifting from its roots in rock, the new owner has maintained a lot of the pub's character as it re-opens to the public on Sunday.Landlord Benjamin Rose said he jumped at the opportunity to re-open the venue.Take a sneak peek inside The Angel Microbrewery to see how it has...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Delay on airport expansion decision frustrating, says chamber

  30-06-2016 16:34
  
  Businesses from across the East Midlands will be both 'frustrated and extremely disappointed' by Transport Secretary Patrick McLouglin's announcement to further delay a key decision on UK airport expansion, according to the region's Chamber of Commerce.In Parliamentary questions on Thursday morning, Mr McLoughlin said that while he had hoped the Government would be able to announce a decision this summer, it will now be delayed, citing the outcome of the EU Referendum as the reason for the...
  
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• Nottmtails published The five key issues for Philippe Montanier to address at...

  30-06-2016 16:30
  
  Philippe Montanier is only a few days into his new role as head coach of Nottingham Forest and has many issues to address in the coming weeks and months, but, here, Paul Taylor looks at the five priorities for the Frenchman to consider as the new Championship season approaches on the horizon.Decide on a captain: Nottingham Forest have one in place already, of course – and a capable one at that. But Henri Lansbury's future still remains uncertain, with his current contract set to expire in.
  
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• Nottmtails commented The five key issues for Philippe Montanier to address at...

  30-06-2016 16:30
  
  Philippe Montanier is only a few days into his new role as head coach of Nottingham Forest and has many issues to address in the coming weeks and months, but, here, Paul Taylor looks at the five priorities for the Frenchman to consider as the new Championship season approaches on the horizon.Decide on a captain: Nottingham Forest have one in place already, of course – and a capable one at that. But Henri Lansbury's future still remains uncertain, with his current contract set to expire in.
  
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• 'Domestic slavery' cases on rise in England and Wales

  30-06-2016 16:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A charity helping victims of domestic slavery says it has seen a four-fold increase in referrals since 2012.
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest v Derby County - both East Midlands derby...

  30-06-2016 16:18
  
  Both of Nottingham Forest's East Midlands derby clashes with their old rivals Derby County have had their kick-off times changed.The Reds' trip to the iPro Stadium on Saturday, December 10 has been moved forward to 1pm, following consultation with police and between the two clubs.And the same decision has been taken when it comes to the kick-off time of the City Ground clash on Saturday, March 18, which will also kick off two hours earlier than initially planned.It remains to be seen whether the
  
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• Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest v Derby County - both East Midlands derby...

  30-06-2016 16:18
  
  Both of Nottingham Forest's East Midlands derby clashes with their old rivals Derby County have had their kick-off times changed, amid a flurry of fixture alterations.The Reds' trip to the iPro Stadium on Saturday, December 10 has been moved forward to 1pm, following consultation with police and between the two clubs.And the same decision has been taken when it comes to the kick-off time of the City Ground clash on Saturday, March 18, which will also kick off two hours earlier than initially...
  
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• Notts County Ladies: Jade Moore, Jo Potter and Lizzie Durack sign

  30-06-2016 16:05 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Women's Super League One side Notts County Ladies sign England internationals Jade Moore, Jo Potter and Lizzie Durack.
  
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• GemmaToulson published Central College signs up to charter aimed at helping people who...

  30-06-2016 16:02
  
  Central College Nottingham has become the first college in the country to sign up to a new charter aimed at helping employees who become terminally ill at work.The signing took place at the College's Ruddington Centre and was attended by Central College principal Malcolm Cowgill and vice principal organisational development, Debbie Duggan along with Lee Barron, Midlands Regional TUC Secretary.The Dying to Work Voluntary Charter is a TUC initiative which sets out how employers can support...
  
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• DanRussell published Nuthall Island crash: Recap

  30-06-2016 15:36
  
  A crash between a car and a lorry took place at Nuthall Island this afternoon. Police, paramedics and fire crews were all at the scene. Eyewitnesses saw two fire engines and two ambulances, and reported that a car and a lorry were involved in the crash. Fire crews are using cutting equipment to release those caught in the crash, which is at the roundabout at the junction of the A610, A6002 and B600 near Nuthall.The roundabout is on a key route for commuters heading out of the city towards...
  
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• DanRussell published Live updates of the Nuthall Island crash

  30-06-2016 15:36
  
  A serious crash took place at Nuthall Island on Thursday afternoon. Police, paramedics and fire crews all rushed to the scene. Eyewitnesses saw two fire engines and two ambulances and reported that a car and a lorry were involved in the crash and were on their side. Fire crews are using cutting equipment to release those caught in the crash. RTC: Stockhill crews are in attendance at a road traffic collision on the A610/A6002 Nuthall - Bulwell (1/2) pic.twitter.com/yooew2ZNAE—...
  
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• DanRussell commented Live updates of the Nuthall Island crash

  30-06-2016 15:36
  
  A crash between a car and a lorry has taken place at Nuthall Island this afternoon. Police, paramedics and fire crews are all at the scene. Eyewitnesses saw two fire engines and two ambulances, and reported that a car and a lorry were involved in the crash. Fire crews are using cutting equipment to release those caught in the crash, which is at the roundabout at the junction of the A610, A6002 and B600 near Nuthall.The roundabout is on a key route for commuters heading out of the city...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County's recruitment drive is cause for optimism , writes...

  30-06-2016 15:17
  
  Notts County made their sixth summer signing this week when John Sheridan completed a deal for Michael O'Connor from Port Vale. Notts fan Jacob Daniel says the optimism about next season is growing.After all that fuss about feeder teams being allowed into the football pyramid, Port Vale appear to have done so via the back door. Notts have signed three players from Vale Park in three days this week, so it's probably a good job that they're already used to playing in black and white.In all...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Notts County's recruitment drive is cause for optimism , writes...

  30-06-2016 15:17
  
  Notts County made their sixth summer signing this week when John Sheridan completed a deal for Michael O'Connor from Port Vale. Notts fan Jacob Daniel says the optimism about next season is growing.After all that fuss about feeder teams being allowed into the football pyramid, Port Vale appear to have done so via the back door. Notts have signed three players from Vale Park in three days this week, so it's probably a good job that they're already used to playing in black and white.In all...
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Plans to use motorway hard shoulder for driving could be scrapped

  30-06-2016 15:17
  
  Government plans to convert more hard shoulders into permanent driving lanes to ease congestion should be scrapped because of safety fears, MPs have recommended.The Government intends to expand motorway capacity by converting hundreds of miles of hard shoulder into permanent lanes, known as 'All Lane Running'.But an inquiry by MPs on the Commons Transport Select Committee concluded the plan is too dangerous and has not been properly considered.Current 'smart motorway' schemes have only used the.
  
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• GemmaToulson published How many millions does PRYZM nightclub's owner make?

  30-06-2016 14:58
  
  The operators of Nottingham's new nightclub, PRYZM, made profits of £4.3m last year. The Deltic Group has invested £800,000 in revamping the former Oceana nightclub after buying the Lower Parliament Street venue earlier this year. In its financial results for the year ending February 27, 2016, The Deltic Group reported an eight percent increase in turnover to £101m. Read more: First look around new PRYZM nightclub following...
  
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• GemmaToulson published New Jeremy Corbyn bollard 'virtually impossible to uproot', says...

  30-06-2016 14:14
  
  Nottinghamshire company Bollards HQ has released the designs for its latest product – the Jeremy Corbyn bollard. The Sutton-in-Ashfield-based business has attempted to inject a bit of humour into the current Labour leader's position with its latest design. Read more: Nottinghamshire MP reacts as Boris Johnson says he will NOT be the next Prime Minister A spokesman for the firm said: "Virtually impossible to uproot, no matter what circumstances are thrown at it, the bollard,...
  
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• MattDavies published Stuart Broad and Imran Tahir available for Notts Outlaws against...

  30-06-2016 13:40
  
  Notts Outlaws might have lost the services of Andre Russell – but they will have Stuart Broad and Imran Tahir available for Friday's NatWest T20 Blast game against Durham Jets.South Africa leg spinner Tahir, ranked third in the international T20 bowling rankings, has arrived in time for his second debut for the club following a short stint last season.Broad meanwhile plays, as he looks to send a reminder of his white ball talents ahead of England's Champions Trophy campaign next year.Notts
  
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• Ex-Nottingham Forest striker Dean Saunders racks up huge parking bill - Nottingham Post

  30-06-2016 13:40
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  Ex-Nottingham Forest striker Dean Saunders racks up huge parking bill
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  Former Nottingham Forest striker Dean Saunders looks to be racking up a huge bill while he's away at Euro 2016. The Welshman is working as part of the BBCs coverage in France as Wales continue their unlikely assault on the latter stages of the ...and more »
  
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• RachelGorman published Everything you need to know about Nottingham's first 4th of July...

  30-06-2016 13:39
  
  Get ready to roll out your stars and stripes; Independence Day is just around the corner - and for the first time Nottingham will be celebrating the American holiday with a state side-style street party.Here's everything you need to know... An American street party in Nottingham? Whose amazing idea was that then? It was the brain child of New England native and burger aficionado Anmarie Spaziano (of Annie's Burger Shack fame) but since it was first suggested the folks from neighbouring...
  
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• LynetteP published Popular Sherwood cafe to close to the dismay of customers

  30-06-2016 13:30
  
  Customers have spoken of their sadness after a popular cafe announced its closure - but their favourite cakes will still be on sale. Eighteen months after opening in Sherwood, the owners of the Bluebird vegan restaurant have decided to call it a day. Adrian Bhagat, who runs the business with his partner Kate Antill, stopped serving lunch and the evening menu earlier this week. However, pop-up events by other chefs will continue until September when the restaurant, on the corner of...
  
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• LynetteP commented Popular Sherwood cafe to close to the dismay of customers

  30-06-2016 13:30
  
  Customers have spoken of their sadness after a popular cafe announced its closure - but their favourite cakes will still be on sale. Eighteen months after opening in Sherwood, the owners of the Bluebird vegan restaurant have decided to call it a day. Adrian Bhagat, who runs the business with his partner Kate Antill, stopped serving lunch and the evening menu earlier this week. However, pop-up events by other chefs will continue until September when the restaurant, on the corner of...
  
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• Apostolos Vellios: Nottingham Forest signing determined to take 'second chance' - BBC News

  30-06-2016 13:29
  
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  Apostolos Vellios: Nottingham Forest signing determined to take 'second chance'
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  Greece striker Apostolos Vellios is determined to make the most of his "second chance" in English football after joining Nottingham Forest. The 24-year-old previously had a three-and-a-half-year spell at Everton, making just two Premier League starts ...
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• Apostolos Vellios: Nottingham Forest signing determined to take 'second chance'

  30-06-2016 13:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Apostolos Vellios is determined to make the most of his "second chance" in England after joining Nottingham Forest.
  
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• JemmaPage published Nottinghamshire horse riders urge drivers to slow down when...

  30-06-2016 13:27
  
  Horse riders have launched a campaign urging drivers to slow down when passing on Nottinghamshire roads.Penelope Stocks and Michelle Storer started the project in March in a bid to see the law extended to impose a maximum speed limit for cars driving around horses.The riders gathered at Wollaton Hall today along with representatives from the Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance and Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service and police and crime commissioner for Nottinghamshire, Paddy Tipping. Ms...
  
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• JemmaPage commented Nottinghamshire horse riders urge drivers to slow down when...

  30-06-2016 13:27
  
  Horse riders have launched a campaign urging drivers to slow down when passing on Nottinghamshire roads.Penelope Stocks and Michelle Storer started the project in March in a bid to see the law extended to impose a maximum speed limit for cars driving around horses.The riders gathered at Wollaton Hall today along with representatives from the Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance and Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service and police and crime commissioner for Nottinghamshire, Paddy Tipping. Ms...
  
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