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• BenIreland published Sherwood MP Mark Spencer given role in Theresa May's new...

  17-07-2016 22:17
  
  Sherwood MP Mark Spencer has been given a role in Theresa May's new Government as she completed her re-shuffle. The backbencher, who was first elected in 2010, said he was not intending on going for a high-profile role after reclaiming his seat in last year's general election. But as part of the shake-up of Westminster's ruling Conservative party, under the new leadership of Theresa May following David Cameron's resignation as Prime Minister, he will join the Whip's Office.
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• Nottingham Post published 'I'm not thinking about Ryder Cup', says Worksop's Lee Westwood...

  17-07-2016 21:27
  
  Worksop's Lee Westwood claims the Ryder Cup is not on his mind as he targets a strong finish to the season.The 43-year-old, who could make a 10th appearance for Europe at Hazeltine this autumn, is currently outside the automatic qualification places Darren Clarke's team.He gained some valuable points with a solid but unspectacular display in the Open at Royal Troon, where he finished one over par, but Westwood insists this is not his prime motivation.He said: "I'm ticking over picking...
  
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• Nottinghamshire's Jake Ball tastes defeat on England Test debut - Nottingham Post

  17-07-2016 21:19
  Nottinghamshire's Jake Ball tastes defeat on England Test debut
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  Nottinghamshire's Jake Ball tasted defeat on his England Test debut as they lost to Pakistan at Lord's. Ball's wicket was the last one to fall – for three – as England were bowled out for 207 in their second innings, having been set a target of 283 ...and more »
  
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• BenIreland published Nottinghamshire mobile speed camera locations for the week...

  17-07-2016 21:13
  
  Here's where the speed cameras are across Nottinghamshire this week, according to the Nottinghamshire Safety Camera Partnership:Read more: Are there too many CCTV cameras in Nottinghamshire?Week commencing Monday, July 18:A60 Nottingham Rd/Mansfield Rd, Ravenshead Nottingham Rd/Portland Rd/Annesley Rd, Hucknall B6030 Sherwood Hall Rd/Clipstone Rd, Mansfield B6023 Mansfield Rd, Sutton in Ashfield A6191 Southwell Rd West, Mansfield A60 Carlton in Lindrick/Costhorpe B6040 Retford Rd, Worksop 40...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire's Jake Ball tastes defeat on England Test debut

  17-07-2016 21:09
  
  Nottinghamshire's Jake Ball tasted defeat on his England Test debut as they lost to Pakistan at Lord's.Ball's wicket was the last one to fall – for three – as England were bowled out for 207 in their second innings, having been set a target of 283.But, speaking after the 75-run defeat on the fourth day of the first Test in the series, England captain Alastair Cook refused to use the absences of James Anderson and Ben Stokes as an excuse."We had the side that was capable to beat...
  
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• Should Nottingham follow Brighton and extend half-term to cut parents' holiday costs? - Nottingham Post

  17-07-2016 20:58
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  Should Nottingham follow Brighton and extend half-term to cut parents' holiday costs?
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  A council has decided to give children an extra week-off in the autumn half-term to help parents dodge expensive summer holiday prices. Nottinghamshire dad Dave Hedley, of Stapleford, launched an online petition which has gathered more than 200,000 ...and more »
  
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• BenIreland published Should Nottingham follow Brighton and extend half-term to cut...

  17-07-2016 20:06
  
  A council has decided to give children an extra week-off in the autumn half-term to help parents dodge expensive summer holiday prices.Nottinghamshire dad Dave Hedley, of Stapleford, launched an online petition which has gathered more than 200,000 signatures after he was charged £240 for taking his kids out for a surprise holiday after his wife was diagnosed with breast cancer.He was one of hundreds of families fined by local authorities for breaching rules on term-time absence, and has...
  
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• BenIreland commented Should Nottingham follow Brighton and extend half-term to cut...

  17-07-2016 20:06
  
  A council has decided to give children an extra week-off in the autumn half-term to help parents dodge expensive summer holiday prices.Nottinghamshire dad Dave Hedley, of Stapleford, launched an online petition which has gathered more than 200,000 signatures after he was charged £240 for taking his kids out for a surprise holiday after his wife was diagnosed with breast cancer.He was one of hundreds of families fined by local authorities for breaching rules on term-time absence, and has...
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest have no plans to sell Britt Assombalonga

  17-07-2016 20:05
  
  Philippe Montanier says Nottingham Forest have no plans to sell Britt Assombalonga, despite reported interest from Norwich City and Glasgow Rangers.The Frenchman believes Assombalonga can play a key role for the Reds in the new season, but says the club's £5.5m record signing must still be given the time to find his feet again, following the career-threatening knee injury that kept him on the sidelines for more than a year."I know that in pre-season there are a lot of rumours. But I...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest have no plans to sell Britt Assombalonga

  17-07-2016 20:05
  
  Philippe Montanier says Nottingham Forest have no plans to sell Britt Assombalonga, despite reported interest from Norwich City and Glasgow Rangers.The Frenchman believes Assombalonga can play a key role for the Reds in the new season, but says the club's £5.5m record signing must still be given the time to find his feet again, following the career-threatening knee injury that kept him on the sidelines for more than a year."I know that in pre-season there are a lot of rumours. But I...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottinghamshire's Jake Libby praises Steven Mullaney but is left...

  17-07-2016 19:58
  
  Steven Mullaney and Jake Libby felt they could bat all day as Nottinghamshire took control of their County Championship game against Somerset at Trent Bridge.The pair put on 196 for the opening wicket on day one with Mullaney finishing unbeaten on 161, while Libby made 90 in a total of 311 for four.Libby was kicking himself for missing out on a century, but he was full of praise for Mullaney, who has already made his highest score for Notts."We wanted to try and bat all day – do...
  
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• County Championship: Steven Mullaney's 161 puts Notts in control over Somerset

  17-07-2016 19:53 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Steven Mullaney's Championship career-best 161 puts Nottinghamshire in control against Somerset at Trent Bridge.
  
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• Nottingham Sports Awards 2016: Will Nottingham Forest Under-18s be in running for trophy? - Nottingham Post

  17-07-2016 19:39
  Nottingham Sports Awards 2016: Will Nottingham Forest Under-18s be in running for trophy?
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  Never knowing when to give up, the Lady Bay rugby union side pulled off some extraordinary last minute comebacks on their way to being crowned English champions. That achievement saw them honoured at last year's Nottingham Sports Awards, clinching ...
  
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• Harvard professor in sparring session with Nottingham boxers during visit to city - Nottingham Post

  17-07-2016 19:36
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  Harvard professor in sparring session with Nottingham boxers during visit to city
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  A professor from one of the world's most prestigious universities had a sparring session with local boxers in a visit to Nottingham. Professor Thomas Abt, lecturer in public policy at Harvard University, was in the city to learn about Nottingham School ...
  
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• Driverless car smashes into fence at children's play area in Basford - Nottingham Post

  17-07-2016 19:26
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  Driverless car smashes into fence at children's play area in Basford
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  A driverless car rolled down a Nottingham street before smashing into the fence at a children's play area. Eye-witnesses told the Post the car, which appears to be a Renault Megane, rolled 200 metres down Shipstone Street before hitting the fence and ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published The Last Battle at Vimy

  17-07-2016 19:23
  
  This short story based on the First World War is by Keith C Armstrong, whose late father, Charles Thompson Armstrong, lost a leg and an eye fighting with the Sherwood Foresters on the Somme in March 1918Arthur Breadnall looked across at the crenellated pattern of the carefully preserved First World War trench systems that snaked away from him across 250 acres of humpy, neatly mown meadow grass.He slowly shook his head. With their solid, concrete-filled sandbagged walls and walkways, they bore...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Sports Awards 2016: Will Nottingham Forest Under-18s...

  17-07-2016 19:13
  
  It was the late, late show for Nottingham Corsairs Under-17s last year.And it took them all the way to a national title.Never knowing when to give up, the Lady Bay rugby union side pulled off some extraordinary last minute comebacks on their way to being crowned English champions.That achievement saw them honoured at last year's Nottingham Sports Awards, clinching the Under-19/School Team of the Year trophy.And there are already several early contenders to follow in their footsteps.Under the...
  
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• Daredevil fire dog takes four-metre leap out first-floor window - Nottingham Post

  17-07-2016 19:04
  
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  Daredevil fire dog takes four-metre leap out first-floor window
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  A daredevil Cocker Spaniel who works for fire services across the East Midlands is recovering after taking a four-metre leap out of a first-floor window. Dexter, the East Midlands' fire dog, comes to the aid of four fire services in the region ...
  
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• MattDavies published Steven Mullaney hits highest Nottinghamshire score as they...

  17-07-2016 19:03
  
  Steven Mullaney hit his highest score for Nottinghamshire as they controlled day one of their County Championship game against Somerset at Trent Bridge.The sight of a disconsolate Marcus Trescothick on his haunches said it all as Nottinghamshire – and Steven Mullaney - dominated the opening day of their game against Somerset at Trent Bridge.The 40-year-old former England batsman dropped the opener when he was on 140 having finally offered his first chance, a simple one at that, of an...
  
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• BenIreland published Driverless car smashes into fence at children's play area in...

  17-07-2016 18:41
  
  A driverless car rolled down a Nottingham street before smashing into the fence at a children's play area.Eye-witnesses told the Post the car, which appears to be a Renault Megane, rolled 200 metres down Shipstone Street before hitting the fence and coming to a stop in the play area.Punters at the beer garden behind The Lion pub, in Mosley Street, Basford, reported the incident to emergency services.Read more: Neighbours 'fearful' after alleged murder on residential Nottinghamshire streetEarly..
  
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• BenIreland commented Driverless car smashes into fence at children's play area in...

  17-07-2016 18:41
  
  A driverless car rolled down a Nottingham street before smashing into the fence at a children's play area.Eye-witnesses told the Post the car, which appears to be a Renault Megane, rolled 200 metres down Shipstone Street before hitting the fence and coming to a stop in the play area.Punters at the beer garden behind The Lion pub, in Mosley Street, Basford, reported the incident to emergency services.Read more: Neighbours 'fearful' after alleged murder on residential Nottinghamshire streetEarly..
  
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• Forest winger Oliver Burke dreams of emulating Real Madrid's Gareth Bale - Nottingham Post

  17-07-2016 18:10
  
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  Forest winger Oliver Burke dreams of emulating Real Madrid's Gareth Bale
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  The Reds teenager is keen to play down comparisons with Bale, admitting he is 'a million miles off where he is'. But Burke hopes one day to achieve similar success. Bale started out at Southampton before moving to Tottenham Hotspur in 2007. Far from ...
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• BenIreland published Harvard professor in sparring session with Nottingham boxers...

  17-07-2016 17:42
  
  A professor from one of the world's most prestigious universities had a sparring session with local boxers in a visit to Nottingham. Professor Thomas Abt, lecturer in public policy at Harvard University, was in the city to learn about Nottingham School of Boxing and the community group's work preventing violence among young people. He met Marcellus Baz, former gang member and founder of Switched Up, the sister charity to Nottingham School of Boxing, at a conference in Rio de Janeiro in...
  
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• Neighbours 'fearful' after alleged murder on residential street in Nottinghamshire - Nottingham Post

  17-07-2016 17:34
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  Neighbours 'fearful' after alleged murder on residential street in Nottinghamshire
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  Residents have said they are 'apprehensive and fearful' about what may have happened in their street - after police launched a murder inquiry following the death of a woman. The victim, who is believed to be in her 40s, died on her way to hospital ...and more »
  
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• Can you name these Nottingham buildings from close-up images? - Nottingham Post

  17-07-2016 17:34
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  Can you name these Nottingham buildings from close-up images?
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  Can you guess these eye-catching Nottingham buildings from the close up images we've taken? You might be surprised when you find out the answers... Give it a go and let us know how you get on. 1. Clue: It's a place famously associated with King Charles ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Caythorpe's Steve Allcoat almost hits double century in Notts...

  17-07-2016 17:31
  
  Despite not quite being able to win their match at Ordsall Bridon, it was still a good day for Notts Premier League leaders Cuckney.The away side compiled 320 for 5 from their 50 overs, recovering from 38 for 2, thanks to stands of 93 between James Hawley (55) and Nick Langford (69) and a remarkable 138 between Adam Burgess (53 not out) and Trent Lawford.Burgess' contribution was 28, Lawford taking the Bridon attack apart by bludgeoning 94 from 37 balls.The knock included five fours and nine...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke dreams of emulating Real...

  17-07-2016 17:24
  
  Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke is dreaming of emulating Real Madrid superstar Gareth Bale.The Reds teenager is keen to play down comparisons with Bale, admitting he is 'a million miles off where he is'. But Burke hopes one day to achieve similar success.Bale started out at Southampton before moving to Tottenham Hotspur in 2007. Far from making an immediate impact, he almost joined Forest at one time, when Billy Davies was in charge at the City Ground.With hard work and an abundance of...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke dreams of emulating Real...

  17-07-2016 17:24
  
  Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke is dreaming of emulating Real Madrid superstar Gareth Bale.The Reds teenager is keen to play down comparisons with Bale, admitting he is 'a million miles off where he is'. But Burke hopes one day to achieve similar success.Bale started out at Southampton before moving to Tottenham Hotspur in 2007. Far from making an immediate impact, he almost joined Forest at one time, when Billy Davies was in charge at the City Ground.With hard work and an abundance of...
  
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• JonPritchard published Neighbours 'fearful' after alleged murder on residential street...

  17-07-2016 17:01
  
  Residents have said they are 'apprehensive and fearful' about what may have happened in their street - after police launched a murder inquiry following the death of a woman. The victim, who is believed to be in her 40s, died on her way to hospital after suffering stab wounds on Saturday night in Gleneagles Drive, Kirkby-in-Ashfield. A 32-year-old man was taken to hospital with stab wounds that are not believed to be life-threatening, while a 40-year-old man is in police custody after being...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Daredevil fire dog takes four-metre leap out first-floor window

  17-07-2016 16:49
  
  A daredevil Cocker Spaniel who works for fire services across the East Midlands is recovering after taking a four-metre leap out of a first-floor window. Dexter, the East Midlands' fire dog, comes to the aid of four fire services in the region, including Nottinghamshire, and was yesterday called out to South Yorkshire to search for accelerants that may have been used to start a house fire.Dave Coss is a watch manager with Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service and is Dexter's handler. He said:...
  
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• EllieCullen published Can you name these Nottingham buildings from close-up images?

  17-07-2016 16:44
  
  Can you guess these famous Nottingham buildings from the close up images we've taken? You might be surprised when you find out the answers... Give it a go and let us know how you get on. 1. Clue: It's a place famously associated with King Charles I and the beginning of the Civil War in 1642. 2. Clue: If you want a spectacular view of the city, this is the place to go.3. Clue: If you're heading off for some Mexican fast food, the chance are you'll spot this.4. Clue: If...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Adam Murray 'pleased' as Mansfield Town pass first big pre-season...

  17-07-2016 16:30
  
  Mansfield Town passed their first big pre-season test with flying colours, said boss Adam Murray.The Stags beat League One Bolton Wanderers 2-1 on home soil thanks to first half goals from new-signing Danny Rose and Krystian Pearce.Zach Clough netted for the visitors in the second half."It was exactly what we expected and we got out of it what we set out to get out of it," said Murray.Chris Clements in the thick of the action against Bolton. Picture: Ryan Crockett."I think our...
  
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• BenIreland published 'Silly' cycle lane in Chilwell could be the most random bike road...

  17-07-2016 16:22
  
  We think we may have spotted the most random cycle lane in Nottinghamshire, and you can watch our reporter take it on. On Lynton Road, in Chilwell, a quiet residential street that joins the much busier Bramcote Lane, you will see a metre-and-a-half curved stretch of cycle path. We're not quite sure of its intended purpose, but it appears to be to avoid handlebars catching a lamppost, which the cycle lane surrounds. But we think it makes taking a left-hand turn harder than simply following...
  
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• BenIreland commented 'Silly' cycle lane in Chilwell could be the most random bike road...

  17-07-2016 16:22
  
  We think we may have spotted the most random cycle lane in Nottinghamshire, and you can watch our reporter take it on. On Lynton Road, in Chilwell, a quiet residential street that joins the much busier Bramcote Lane, you will see a metre-and-a-half curved stretch of cycle path. We're not quite sure of its intended purpose, but it appears to be to avoid handlebars catching a lamppost, which the cycle lane surrounds. But we think it makes taking a left-hand turn harder than simply following...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County boss John Sheridan to take a 'good look' at trialist...

  17-07-2016 15:33
  
  Notts County boss John Sheridan will continue to take a 'good look' at Jhai Dhillon after the left-back impressed on trial once again.The former Chelsea youngster played around 60 minutes of the game against Ilkeston on Saturday which the Magpies won 4-0.Dhillon, formerly of Stevenage, produced an accomplished display, which followed on from a fine performance in the win against Linby.Sheridan praised Dhillon for the way he has conducted himself since arriving on trial."He's a good kid and...
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest's strong team spirit can help them challenge...

  17-07-2016 15:31
  
  Clearly not all of Braga's players got the memo when it came to the fact it was meant to be a friendly fixture in the sunny surroundings of the Estadio Da Nora.But, for Danny Fox, Nottingham Forest's response to some rather aggressive – and dangerous – challenges from the Portuguese side, only provided reason for optimism.When teenage midfielder Matty Cash was crudely hacked down from behind by Pinto, the Reds players reacted almost as one, with many of them rushing to support their.
  
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• Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest's strong team spirit can help them challenge...

  17-07-2016 15:31
  
  Clearly not all of Braga's players got the memo when it came to the fact it was meant to be a friendly fixture in the sunny surroundings of the Estadio Da Nora.But, for Danny Fox, Nottingham Forest's response to some rather aggressive – and dangerous – challenges from the Portuguese side, only provided reason for optimism.When teenage midfielder Matty Cash was crudely hacked down from behind by Pinto, the Reds players reacted almost as one, with many of them rushing to support their.
  
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• MattDavies published Who is reported Nottingham Forest target Tino Costa?

  17-07-2016 15:27
  
  Nottingham Forest have been linked with skillful Argentina international midfielder Tino Costa. Here the Post gives you the lowdown on the 31-year-old free agent.1 Costa's route to Europe was an unusual oneAlberto Facundo 'Tino' Costa was born in January 1985 in Argentina and has won two caps for his country. At the age of 17 he made the unusual move to Guadeloupe, signing for Basse-Terre. It was not until 2004 when he moved to the French mainland, to play for the third division sides Racing...
  
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• MattDavies commented Who is reported Nottingham Forest target Tino Costa?

  17-07-2016 15:27
  
  Nottingham Forest have been linked with skillful Argentina international midfielder Tino Costa. Here the Post gives you the lowdown on the 31-year-old free agent.1 Costa's route to Europe was an unusual oneAlberto Facundo 'Tino' Costa was born in January 1985 in Argentina and has won two caps for his country. At the age of 17 he made the unusual move to Guadeloupe, signing for Basse-Terre. It was not until 2004 when he moved to the French mainland, to play for the third division sides Racing...
  
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• Woman dies after Nottinghamshire stab attack

  17-07-2016 14:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A man is arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman dies of stab wounds in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, police say.
  
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• JonPritchard published Murder inquiry launched after woman dies in stabbing in...

  17-07-2016 14:12
  
  A woman has died and a man has been taken to hospital after a double stabbing in Nottinghamshire.The woman, believed to be in her 40s, suffered a number of stab wounds and died on the way to hospital after being attacked in Gleneagles Drive, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, on Saturday night.A 32-year-old man was also taken to hospital with stab wounds, but his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.Read more: Woman jailed for causing fatal M1 crash after using phone at the wheelA 40-year-old man..
  
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• NottmPostEG published Actress Vicky McClure to star in BBC period drama tonight

  17-07-2016 13:44
  
  Wollaton actress Vicky McClure will feature in a new BBC drama set in Victorian England tonight. Described as a tale of espionage and terrorism, The Secret Agent is a political thriller based on Joseph Conran's same-name classic with a feel of the modern day but set in 19th century London.Bafta-winning Vicky McClure plays shopkeeper Winnie Verloc in the three-part series alongside her This Is England co-star Stephen Graham, who she has known since she was 21, and Toby Jones from Tinker Tailor...
  
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• Ten things related to Nottingham that will make you feel old - Nottingham Post

  17-07-2016 13:34
  
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  Ten things related to Nottingham that will make you feel old
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  Sometimes it appears time is flying past quicker than we realise. One minute you're joined together with friends and family singing Auld Lang Syne and the next you're thinking what on earth you're going to get the in-laws for Christmas. Nottingham has ...
  
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• JonPritchard published Pokémon Go gives new lease of life to autistic Long Eaton...

  17-07-2016 13:32
  
  Millions of people around the world have been hooked by the latest game craze, Pokémon Go - but for one family it has had a special impact.The Haywood family, of Long Eaton, have been spending more enjoyable time together than ever thanks to the game.Nathan, 17, Holly, 15, and Benjamin, 13, all have autism, meaning they become anxious when going outside or during social situations, but dad Jonny, 47, said the trio have been itching to get outdoors since they downloaded the game earlier...
  
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• Nottingham Forest linked to Argentinian midfielder - Nottingham Post

  17-07-2016 13:21
  
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  Nottingham Forest linked to Argentinian midfielder
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  According to the website TuttoMercatoWeb.com, the Reds are attempting to persuade the 31-year-old to opt for a move to England instead of returning to his homeland. The report claims Costa had already decided to head back to Argentina, with a move to ...
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• Nottingham Post published Fire station send message to badly parked drivers after blocked...

  17-07-2016 13:12
  
  Motorists have been urged to think twice about where they park their cars after a fire engine was nearly left stuck by one inconsiderate driver.A fire engine from Stapleford fire station was forced to perform a tricky manoeuvre around a parked car yesterday, and the station has warned that obstructions could impede a fire engine getting to an emergency. On their Facebook page the station wrote: "We had to deal with some challenging parking while leaving this Stapleford school this...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Fire station send message to badly parked drivers after blocked...

  17-07-2016 13:12
  
  Motorists have been urged to think twice about where they park their cars after a fire engine was nearly left stuck by one inconsiderate driver.A fire engine from Stapleford fire station was forced to perform a tricky manoeuvre around a parked car yesterday, and the station has warned that obstructions could impede a fire engine getting to an emergency. On their Facebook page the station wrote: "We had to deal with some challenging parking while leaving this Stapleford school this...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Forest linked to Argentinian midfielder Tino Costa

  17-07-2016 12:54
  
  Nottingham Forest have been linked to Argentinian midfielder Tino Costa.According to the website TuttoMercatoWeb.com, the Reds are attempting to persuade the 31-year-old to opt for a move to England instead of returning to his homeland.The report claims Costa had already decided to head back to Argentina, with a move to San Lorenzo seemingly on the cards, but Forest have tried to change his mind 'with a financially compelling proposition'.Costa has spent the last three years at Spartak Moscow,..
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Nottingham Forest linked to Argentinian midfielder Tino Costa

  17-07-2016 12:54
  
  Nottingham Forest have been linked to Argentinian midfielder Tino Costa.According to the website TuttoMercatoWeb.com, the Reds are attempting to persuade the 31-year-old to opt for a move to England instead of returning to his homeland.The report claims Costa had already decided to head back to Argentina, with a move to San Lorenzo seemingly on the cards, but Forest have tried to change his mind 'with a financially compelling proposition'.Costa has spent the last three years at Spartak Moscow,..
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Forest fans overwhelmingly want Chris Cohen as captain

  17-07-2016 12:45
  
  Nottingham Forest fans have overwhelmingly called for Chris Cohen to wear the captain's armband this season. Ninety-two percent of supporters taking part in a Post poll said Cohen must skipper the side under Philippe Montanier, with more than 800 votes cast. The Reds' current longest-serving player was handed the armband ahead of Henri Lansbury for Friday night's 3-0 win over SC Braga in Portugal by new boss Montanier. Read more: Nottingham Forest in Portugal: Reds' exciting young guns...
  
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