• Could East Midlands Airport review alcohol sales over boozy ... - Nottingham Post

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    Could East Midlands Airport review alcohol sales over boozy ...
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    East Midlands Airport says it has no plans to review its alcohol sales despite a Government minister pledging to consider ways to combat boozy passengers.and more »
  • TracyWalker published Road was closed after ambulance and car involved in crash

    TracyWalker published Road was closed after ambulance and car involved in crash
    A road was closed temporarily after an ambulance and a car were involved in a collision.The incident happened on Kings Mill Road East, in Sutton-in-Ashfield, at around 7.25pm on Saturday.The car involved was a Ford B-Max and one person managed to release themselves before fire crews arrived, while a second occupant of the car was helped out of the vehicle by East Midlands Ambulance Service staff from the ambulance.The eastbound carriageway of the road was closed for around 20 minutes as...
  • TracyWalker commented Road was closed after ambulance and car involved in crash

    TracyWalker commented Road was closed after ambulance and car involved in crash
    A road was closed temporarily after an ambulance and a car were involved in a collision.The incident happened on Kings Mill Road East, in Sutton-in-Ashfield, at around 7.25pm on Saturday.The car involved was a Ford B-Max and one person managed to release themselves before fire crews arrived, while a second occupant of the car was helped out of the vehicle by East Midlands Ambulance Service staff from the ambulance.The eastbound carriageway of the road was closed for around 20 minutes as...
  • TracyWalker published Could East Midlands Airport review alcohol sales over boozy...

    TracyWalker published Could East Midlands Airport review alcohol sales over boozy...
    East Midlands Airport - and the Department of Transport - has no plans to review its alcohol sales despite a Government minister pledging to consider ways to combat boozy passengers.Aviation minister Lord Ahmad has vowed to look at what more can be done to make air travel an "attractive sector for all" which is "safe and secure".He made the comments just days after a flight from East Midlands Airport was diverted to Portugal after a rowdy passenger disrupted a trip to Gran...
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  • TracyWalker commented Could East Midlands Airport review alcohol sales over boozy...

    TracyWalker commented Could East Midlands Airport review alcohol sales over boozy...
    East Midlands Airport - and the Department of Transport - has no plans to review its alcohol sales despite a Government minister pledging to consider ways to combat boozy passengers.Aviation minister Lord Ahmad has vowed to look at what more can be done to make air travel an "attractive sector for all" which is "safe and secure".He made the comments just days after a flight from East Midlands Airport was diverted to Portugal after a rowdy passenger disrupted a trip to Gran...
  • TracyWalker published National Lottery results for Saturday, July 30

    TracyWalker published National Lottery results for Saturday, July 30
    Don't forget to check your National Lottery tickets - you could be sitting on a cool £5.8 million nest egg.The Merlin machine and set of balls 2 could be your new best friends if you managed to strike lucky in tonight's draw.The winning Lotto numbers are 14, 26, 28, 41, 51, 57 and bonus ball 48.Read more: Fundraising campaign to buy new bionic arm for dad-of-two smashes £27,000 targetThe winning Thunderball numbers are 2, 3, 9, 23, 24 and bonus ball 6.Team GB Olympic boxer Nicola...
  • JenniferScott published Fundraising campaign to buy new bionic arm for dad-of-two smashes...

    JenniferScott published Fundraising campaign to buy new bionic arm for dad-of-two smashes...
    A fundraising campaign to get a dad-of-tow a new bionic arm has smashed its target as generous donations keep on pouring in. Mark Camamile, of Clifton, went into Queen's Medical Centre last October with what he thought was 'man flu', only to wake up four weeks later to discover he had contracted Septicemia and had had both his feet and his right hand removed. Read more on Mark's emotional story hereA fundraising campaign launched by his colleagues at Sytner BMW in Nottingham, where Mark has...
  • JenniferScott commented Fundraising campaign to buy new bionic arm for dad-of-two smashes...

    JenniferScott commented Fundraising campaign to buy new bionic arm for dad-of-two smashes...
    A fundraising campaign to get a dad-of-two a new bionic arm has smashed its target as generous donations keep on pouring in. Mark Camamile, of Clifton, went into Queen's Medical Centre last October with what he thought was 'man flu', only to wake up four weeks later to discover he had contracted Septicemia and had had both his feet and his right hand removed. Read more on Mark's emotional story hereA fundraising campaign launched by his colleagues at Sytner BMW in Nottingham, where Mark has...
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  • Nottingham Post published Worksop Town 1 Mansfield Town 3: Match report

    Nottingham Post published Worksop Town 1 Mansfield Town 3: Match report
    Mansfield Town eased to a 3-1 win at Worksop Town in the final week of pre-season.Stags skipper Lee Collins broke the deadlock for the visitors moments into the second half before Chris Clements doubled the advantage soon after.The hosts pulled one back through an unmarked, unnamed trialist but Mansfield had the final say, substitute Zayn Hakeem rounding off a comfortable win.Stags dominated the first 45 minutes, but it took until after the break for the first goal to come when skipper Collins..
  • Nottingham Pride pays tribute to Orlando victims - ITV News

    Nottingham Pride pays tribute to Orlando victims - ITV News
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    Nottingham Pride pays tribute to Orlando victims
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    During Nottingham Pride today the noisy parade paused for one minute in silence to remember the 49 people killed in the homophobic attack on a gay nightclub in Orlando in Florida last month. One of Pride's organisers Craig Martin explains why it was ...
  • Women's Super League One: Reading Women v Notts County Ladies

    Women's Super League One: Reading Women v Notts County Ladies
    Live coverage followed by report of Sunday's Women's Super League One game between Reading Women and Notts County Ladies.
  • BenIreland published Post-Brexit hate crime up 60 percent in Nottinghamshire

    BenIreland published Post-Brexit hate crime up 60 percent in Nottinghamshire
    The number of reports of hate crime in Nottinghamshire shot up by 60 percent after the UK's decision to leave the European Union.Mosques, temples and other places of worship are now being encouraged to apply for funding to protect themselves from the victimisation.There were 208 reports of hate crime in Nottinghamshire in the 28 days after the referendum result on June 24, with 155 of them race-related.This shows a 60 percent rise in hate crime against the same month last year, when 128 hate...
  • BenIreland commented Post-Brexit hate crime up 60 percent in Nottinghamshire

    BenIreland commented Post-Brexit hate crime up 60 percent in Nottinghamshire
    The number of reports of hate crime in Nottinghamshire shot up by 60 percent after the UK's decision to leave the European Union.Mosques, temples and other places of worship are now being encouraged to apply for funding to protect themselves from the victimisation.There were 208 reports of hate crime in Nottinghamshire in the 28 days after the referendum result on June 24, with 155 of them race-related.This shows a 60 percent rise in hate crime against the same month last year, when 128 hate...
  • Nottingham Pride in pictures: were you there? - ITV News

    Nottingham Pride in pictures: were you there? - ITV News
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    Nottingham Pride in pictures: were you there?
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    This year there was a particular emphasis on tackling hate crime, and a minute's silence was also held for the victims of the Orlando nightclub shootings in June. Strong meesages of support for LGBTQ people across the world who haven't got a voice ...
  • Nottmtails published Philippe Montanier 'satisfied' with Nottingham Forest as they...

    Nottmtails published Philippe Montanier 'satisfied' with Nottingham Forest as they...
    Philippe Montanier admits his Nottingham Forest side were too slow out of the blocks against Hull City – but said he was 'satisfied' with many aspects of their performance. The Reds were beaten 2-1 after Adama Diomande netted twice in the opening 20 minutes to put the Tigers in control. Oliver Burke's late goal was no less than Forest deserved following a second half in which they were often the better side – but Montanier still saw his side suffer a rare pre-season defeat in...
  • Nottmtails commented Philippe Montanier 'satisfied' with Nottingham Forest as they...

    Nottmtails commented Philippe Montanier 'satisfied' with Nottingham Forest as they...
    Philippe Montanier admits his Nottingham Forest side were too slow out of the blocks against Hull City – but said he was 'satisfied' with many aspects of their performance. The Reds were beaten 2-1 after Adama Diomande netted twice in the opening 20 minutes to put the Tigers in control. Oliver Burke's late goal was no less than Forest deserved following a second half in which they were often the better side – but Montanier still saw his side suffer a rare pre-season defeat in...
  • Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest 1 Hull City 2: Match report: Reds pay price for...

    Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest 1 Hull City 2: Match report: Reds pay price for...
    Nottingham Forest paid the price for a slow start as they suffered a 2-1 defeat to newly promoted Hull in their final pre-season test of the summer.Oliver Burke produced a composed finish as the Reds piled on some pressure late on in an effort to claw themselves level against the managerless Tigers.But two goals in the first 17 minutes from Adama Diomande were ultimately enough to secure victory for Hull, as Philippe Montanier's side struggled to find a foothold in the game early on, in front of
  • Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest 1 Hull City 2: Match report: Reds pay price for...

    Nottmtails commented Nottingham Forest 1 Hull City 2: Match report: Reds pay price for...
    Nottingham Forest paid the price for a slow start as they suffered a 2-1 defeat to newly promoted Hull in their final pre-season test of the summer. Oliver Burke produced a composed finish as the Reds piled on some pressure late on in an effort to claw themselves level against the managerless Tigers. But two goals in the first 17 minutes from Adama Diomande were ultimately enough to secure victory for Hull, as Philippe Montanier's side struggled to find a foothold in the game early on, in...
  • MattDavies published Nottinghamshire name Jake Libby, Ben Kitt and Luke Wood in squad...

    MattDavies published Nottinghamshire name Jake Libby, Ben Kitt and Luke Wood in squad...
    Notts Outlaws have named Jake Libby, Ben Kitt and Luke Wood in a 13-man squad for potentially must-win Royal London One Day Cup games against Leicestershire Foxes and Worcestershire Rapids.At least one of opening batsman Libby, a County Championship regular, or young bowlers Wood and Kitt will play.Inclusion would mean a debut for Kitt, 21, while Wood, 20, would be making his seasonal and limited overs debut.Mick Newell's men occupy the fourth and final quarter-final qualification place in their
  • DaveWhitfield published Do you fancy being on Couples Come Dine With Me?

    DaveWhitfield published Do you fancy being on Couples Come Dine With Me?
    If you think you throw the best - or the most fun - dinner parties around, then why not have a go at proving it?Channel 4 show Come Dine With Me is looking for people who want to take part in the next series.There's just one catch - you'll have to do all the cooking and hosting with your partner.There will be three couples cooking three meals over three nights - with a £1,000 prize for the winners, judged by their fellow hosts.Read more: Watch the moment a Notts family won nearly...
  • Nottingham shows it is out and proud as Pride hits the streets ... - Nottingham Post

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    Nottingham shows it is out and proud as Pride hits the streets ...
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    The city centre was awash with colour and wrapped in rainbow flags on Saturday as Nottingham Pride came back to town. Thousands of people filled the streets ...and more »
  • MattDavies published Becky and Ellie Downie flying to Rio Olympics after 'surprise'...

    MattDavies published Becky and Ellie Downie flying to Rio Olympics after 'surprise'...
    Becky and Ellie Downie said goodbye to friends, family and supporters with what was supposed to be a surprise party, ahead of flying to Rio to pursue their dreams of winning an Olympic medical. The sisters' mother Helen Downie had helped organise the secret send-off for them at their Notts Gymnastics Academy base a day before they jet off to Brazil on Sunday. However, Becky, 24, admits they got wind of the surprise, but were grateful nonetheless for the well wishes and presents they received...
  • BenIreland published Everything must go (including the mannequins) in final weekend at...

    BenIreland published Everything must go (including the mannequins) in final weekend at...
    The signs in the window of Mansfield's BHS store tell shoppers that everything must go... even the mannequins.The store is the first of the BHS branches in Nottinghamshire to shut its doors for good as the company faces liquidation and former owner Sir Philip Green faces a backlash over the firm's £571m pensions black hole.It closes for the last time at 4pm on Sunday.In Mansfield, shoppers were a mixture of sad, and mad for a bargain, with some saying the demise of the historic department.
  • BenIreland commented Everything must go (including the mannequins) in final weekend at...

    BenIreland commented Everything must go (including the mannequins) in final weekend at...
    The signs in the window of Mansfield's BHS store tell shoppers that everything must go... even the mannequins.The store is the first of the BHS branches in Nottinghamshire to shut its doors for good as the company faces liquidation and former owner Sir Philip Green faces a backlash over the firm's £571m pensions black hole.It closes for the last time at 4pm on Sunday.In Mansfield, shoppers were a mixture of sad, and mad for a bargain, with some saying the demise of the historic department.
  • TracyWalker published Up to 400 people expected at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child...

    TracyWalker published Up to 400 people expected at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child...
    A spellbinding time lies ahead for Harry Potter fans when the latest book in the series is launched tonight.Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is available to buy from midnight and its unveiling is being hailed as the biggest book launch of the year.Between 300 and 400 people are expected to go along to a special celebratory party at Waterstones in Bridlesmith Gate in the city centre. And more than 1,000 copies have been pre-ordered from the store.Read more: Hundreds gather for funeral of...
  • TracyWalker published At least 150 people expected at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child...

    TracyWalker published At least 150 people expected at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child...
    A spellbinding time lies ahead for Harry Potter fans when the latest book in the series is launched tonight.Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is available to buy from midnight and its unveiling is being hailed as the biggest book launch of the year.At least 150 people are expected to go along to a special event celebratory party at Waterstones in Bridlesmith Gate in the city centre. And more than 1,000 copies have been pre-ordered from the store.Read more: Hundreds gather for funeral of...
  • TracyWalker commented Up to 400 people expected at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child...

    TracyWalker commented Up to 400 people expected at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child...
    A spellbinding time lies ahead for Harry Potter fans when the latest book in the series is launched tonight.Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is available to buy from midnight and its unveiling is being hailed as the biggest book launch of the year.Between 300 and 400 people are expected to go along to a special celebratory party at Waterstones in Bridlesmith Gate in the city centre. And more than 1,000 copies have been pre-ordered from the store.Read more: Hundreds gather for funeral of...
  • BenIreland published Local charities and businesses to prosper from Mansfield's...

    BenIreland published Local charities and businesses to prosper from Mansfield's...
    Local charities and businesses are set to prosper after an area of Mansfield pocketed a combined £3 million prize in the postcode lottery. Causes including Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, cancer care charity Maggies - which has a centre at Nottingham City Hospital - and local branches of Missing People and Girlguiding will all receive money from the recent win. And two local charities have also pocketed a cash sum. Autism East Midlands was granted £5,000 by the People's...
  • Nottingham Forest v Hull team news: Starts for Hildeberto Pereira, Alex Iacovitti and Matty Cash - Nottingham Post

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    Nottingham Forest v Hull team news: Starts for Hildeberto Pereira, Alex Iacovitti and Matty Cash
    Nottingham Post
    Nottingham Forest handed a first start to Hildeberto Pereira as they faced Hull City in their final pre-season outing of the summer. The Portuguese defender slotted in at right back, as Philippe Montanier took one last opportunity to assess his side ...
  • BenIreland published Ex-soldier scoops almost £200,000 in Postcode Lottery

    BenIreland published Ex-soldier scoops almost £200,000 in Postcode Lottery
    An ex-soldier who ran six marathons in six days has vowed to repeat that feat - after bagging nearly £200,000 in the People's Postcode Lottery.The NG18 3 area of Mansfield won a £3 million prize pot which was handed out on Saturday, with Chris Vasper pocketing the £194,229 biggest prize.Watch: The moment they won the big prize He said winning the money was "the strangest morning of my life" and vowed to repeat his charity efforts of running six marathons in six days.A...
  • Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest v Hull team news: Starts for Hildeberto...

    Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest v Hull team news: Starts for Hildeberto...
    Nottingham Forest handed a first start to Hildeberto Pereira as they faced Hull City in their final pre-season outing of the summer.The Portuguese defender slotted in at right back, as Philippe Montanier took one last opportunity to assess his side before the Championship season kicks off with the visit of Burton next weekend.Alex Iacovitti slotted in at left back, perhaps suggesting he has a good chance of playing there against Nigel Clough's side, with Danny Fox suspended,Daniel Pinillos still
  • Nottingham man Mark Camamile's bionic arm campaign attracts £30k - BBC News

    Nottingham man Mark Camamile's bionic arm campaign attracts £30k - BBC News
    BBC News
    Nottingham man Mark Camamile's bionic arm campaign attracts £30k
    BBC News
    A man whose lower legs and right hand had to be amputated is set to get a bionic arm after members of the public donated more than £30,000 in six days. "Overwhelming" support for Mark Camamile's campaign has included an anonymous £5,000 donation.
  • BenIreland published Watch the moment a Nottinghamshire family won nearly £200,0...

    BenIreland published Watch the moment a Nottinghamshire family won nearly £200,0...
    It's not every day the People's Postcode Lottery is giving out a share of £3 million to people in your area. And one lucky Nottinghamshire lottery player and his family are today celebrating an unexpected windfall of nearly £200,000. Chris Vasper, a former soldier in the Royal signals and local business owner in Mansfield, was in disbelief when it was revealed he won £194,229 on his lucky ticket. And you can watch his reaction above, confetti and all.Mr Vasper, 53, was...
  • Nottingham man Mark Camamile's bionic arm campaign attracts £30k

    Nottingham man Mark Camamile's bionic arm campaign attracts £30k
    A father whose lower legs and hand were amputated will get a bionic arm after more than £30,000 was raised in donations in six days.
  • MattDavies published Nottingham Forest's Championship rivals Wolves appoint Walter...

    MattDavies published Nottingham Forest's Championship rivals Wolves appoint Walter...
    Nottingham Forest's Championship rivals Wolves have named former Italy international Walter Zenga as their head coach a day after sacking Kenny Jackett.Former Inter Milan star Zenga won 58 caps and was first choice goalkeeper for his country at the 1990 World Cup. He has managed Catania, Palermo and Sampdoria in his homeland and most recently coached Al-Shaab in the United Arab Emirates.Jackett was fired late on Friday night, just over a week after Chinese investors Fosun bought the club and...
  • JenniferScott published Nottingham shows it is out and proud as Pride hits the streets

    JenniferScott published Nottingham shows it is out and proud as Pride hits the streets
    The city centre was awash with colour and wrapped in rainbow flags on Saturday as Nottingham Pride came back to town.Thousands of people filled the streets for the annual celebration that mixes serious issues for the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgender (LGBT) community with one of the biggest parties of the year. The day kicked off with a march from St Peter's Square up to Hockley, as people of all genders and sexualities spread a message of love and tolerance. But the importance...
  • JenniferScott commented Nottingham shows it is out and proud as Pride hits the streets

    JenniferScott commented Nottingham shows it is out and proud as Pride hits the streets
    The city centre was awash with colour and wrapped in rainbow flags on Saturday as Nottingham Pride came back to town.Thousands of people filled the streets for the annual celebration that mixes serious issues for the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgender (LGBT) community with one of the biggest parties of the year. The day kicked off with a march from St Peter's Square up to Hockley, as people of all genders and sexualities spread a message of love and tolerance. But the importance...
  • MattDavies published Championship transfer rumours: Birmingham have £1.7m bid...

    MattDavies published Championship transfer rumours: Birmingham have £1.7m bid...
    With just over a week to go until the new Championship season gets underway, teams are still looking to bolster their squads.Former Ilkeston midfielder Che Adams could join Birmingham from Sheffield United despite having two bids turned down.It has been reported the Blades have rejecyed an offer of £1.7m for the 20-year-old."Quite a bit has come out in the press recently, we have had a couple of bids in and it's all down to what Sheffield United want to do," said Blues boss Gary...
  • JenniferScott published The 11 most exotic looks at Nottingham Pride 2016

    JenniferScott published The 11 most exotic looks at Nottingham Pride 2016
    When Pride takes over the streets of Nottingham, you'd best get your fiercest outfit on before you walk with these fashionistas.The annual celebration of the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgender (LGBT) community kicked off in style on Saturday morning as revellers and supporters marched thrugh the city centre with a message of love.But for those on the sidelines, it felt like a catwalk show of some of the most striking outfits in town.Here is our top 11 picks from the crowds...These big,...
  • JenniferScott commented The 11 most exotic looks at Nottingham Pride 2016

    JenniferScott commented The 11 most exotic looks at Nottingham Pride 2016
    When Pride takes over the streets of Nottingham, you'd best get your fiercest outfit on before you walk with these fashionistas.The annual celebration of the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgender (LGBT) community kicked off in style on Saturday morning as revellers and supporters marched thrugh the city centre with a message of love.But for those on the sidelines, it felt like a catwalk show of some of the most striking outfits in town.Here is our top 11 picks from the crowds...These big,...
  • DaveWhitfield published Drink driver shared three bottles of wine but 'felt sober'

    DaveWhitfield published Drink driver shared three bottles of wine but 'felt sober'
    A counsellor who had a drink-driving crash thought she was okay to drive after sharing three bottles of wine with a friend, a court heard.Clare Kelly had intended to walk the few streets back to her house but decided to drive, said Paul Wright, mitigating, at Nottingham Magistrates' Court. "She is a very capable woman and sincerely regrets this but she had been going through very difficult times in a relationship. She went to a friend and discussed her problems and then got into her...
  • DaveWhitfield commented Drink driver shared three bottles of wine but 'felt sober'

    DaveWhitfield commented Drink driver shared three bottles of wine but 'felt sober'
    A counsellor who had a drink-driving crash thought she was okay to drive after sharing three bottles of wine with a friend, a court heard.Clare Kelly had intended to walk the few streets back to her house but decided to drive, said Paul Wright, mitigating, at Nottingham Magistrates' Court. "She is a very capable woman and sincerely regrets this but she had been going through very difficult times in a relationship. She went to a friend and discussed her problems and then got into her...
  • X-runner diarrhoea outbreak 'caused by open water swimming'

    X-runner diarrhoea outbreak 'caused by open water swimming'
    An outbreak of diarrhoea among competitors in an obstacle race was probably caused by open water swimming, Public Health England says.
  • Barry_Cooper published Nottingham Forest matchday LIVE: Nottingham Forest vs Hull City

    Barry_Cooper published Nottingham Forest matchday LIVE: Nottingham Forest vs Hull City
    With just a week to go until the Championship season gets underway, Nottingham Forest play their one and only home friendly this afternoon. It's been another busy week Trentside following the 2-1 win at Meadow Lane against Notts County last Saturday, with another new signing arriving in time for the big kick-off. It will be the first chance for Reds supporters to see Philippe Montanier's new-look side at the City Ground, ahead of their season opener against Nigel Clough's Burton Albion next...
  • DaveWhitfield published Teenager's rap tribute to Jack Archer

    DaveWhitfield published Teenager's rap tribute to Jack Archer
    A 19-year-old has produced a tribute rap following the death of teenager cyclist Jack Archer.Student Sean Robson said he wanted to write the tribute because he is friends with Jack's cousin Sophia Taylor.Jack, 14, from Newton, died after a collision with a car in Chapel Lane, Bingham, last Monday night. Friends of his gathered in Bingham on Thursday in his memory, and a book of condolence has been opened.Sean, from Calder Walk in Bulwell, said: "I've got family in the area, and I also know...
  • Nottingham celebrates LGBT Pride with city centre parade | Central ... - ITV News

    Nottingham celebrates LGBT Pride with city centre parade | Central ... - ITV News
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    Nottingham celebrates LGBT Pride with city centre parade | Central ...
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    Read the latest Central stories, Nottingham celebrates LGBT Pride with city centre parade on ITV News, videos, stories and all the latest Central news.and more »
  • Kyle Howkins: Mansfield sign West Bromwich Albion defender on loan

    Kyle Howkins: Mansfield sign West Bromwich Albion defender on loan
    League Two side Mansfield Town sign West Bromwich Albion defender Kyle Howkins on a six-month loan deal.
  • JenniferScott commented Heavy traffic after ice cream van breaks down on M1

    JenniferScott commented Heavy traffic after ice cream van breaks down on M1
    Traffic congestion has hit a motorway thanks to a broken down ice cream van. It is the second breakdown on the same stretch of the M1 in less than two hours. The first incident happened around 9am and closed one lane on the northbound carriageway of the M1, between junction 28, for Alfreton and Mansfield, and junction 29, for Mansfield and Chesterfield. Read more: Which Notts town is getting its own beach from Monday?At around 9.50am, another car broke down on the same carriageway, but closer to
  • JenniferScott published One-legged Bilborough woman has mobility walker stolen

    JenniferScott published One-legged Bilborough woman has mobility walker stolen
    An amputee says she has 'lost her lifeline' after thieves made off with the walker she relies on to get around. Wendy Walton, of Bilborough, lost her right legabove the knee two years ago after she suffered from blood clots and had to have it removed at the City Hospital.The 52-year-old was loaned the three-pronged walker from the mobility centre at the hospital to aid her recovery.But after returning from a day trip on Tuesday, she discovered the walking aid was gone. Read more: Dad who had...
  • JenniferScott commented One-legged Bilborough woman has mobility walker stolen

    JenniferScott commented One-legged Bilborough woman has mobility walker stolen
    An amputee says she has 'lost her lifeline' after thieves made off with the walker she relies on to get around. Wendy Walton, of Bilborough, lost her right legabove the knee two years ago after she suffered from blood clots and had to have it removed at the City Hospital.The 52-year-old was loaned the three-pronged walker from the mobility centre at the hospital to aid her recovery.But after returning from a day trip on Tuesday, she discovered the walking aid was gone. Read more: Dad who had...

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