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• Hynd wins gold and breaks world record

  08-09-2016 23:22 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Great Britain's Ollie Hynd, who won silver at London 2012, sets a world record time of four minutes 21.89 seconds to win the S8 400m freestyle final.
  
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• JamesPallatt published Ollie Hynd wins Nottinghamshire's first gold medal at Rio 2016...

  08-09-2016 23:13
  
  Ollie Hynd last night won Nottinghamshire's first gold medal of the Rio 2016 Paralympics.The 21-year-old from Kirkby-in-Ashfield blew the rest of the world out of the water on his way to victory in the S8 400m freestyle in a new world record time on the first day of competition at the Games.His parents were there in the Aquatics Centre in Brazil as he shattered his own world record in the final, winning in 4:21.89 to top the silver medal he won in this event at London 2012. "It's...
  
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• TracyWalker published Notts County in tribute to life-long fan who never missed a home...

  08-09-2016 21:27
  
  Notts County's all-time top goalscorer Les Bradd will unveil a plaque in memory of a life-long fan who has lost a battle with cancer.It is part of a tribute to Brian Hickman, who died just five weeks after being diagnosed with stomach cancer.It is also hoped that Mr Hickman, of Beeston, will receive a round of applause in the 79th minute of this Saturday's game against Stanley - reflecting his age.Mr Hickman attended nearly every Magpies home game in the past 68 years and also followed his team.
  
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• TracyWalker commented Notts County in tribute to life-long fan who never missed a home...

  08-09-2016 21:27
  
  Notts County's all-time top goalscorer Les Bradd will unveil a plaque in memory of a life-long fan who has lost a battle with cancer.It is part of a tribute to Brian Hickman, who died just five weeks after being diagnosed with stomach cancer.It is also hoped that Mr Hickman, of Beeston, will receive a round of applause in the 79th minute of this Saturday's game against Stanley - reflecting his age.Mr Hickman attended nearly every Magpies home game in the past 68 years and also followed his team.
  
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• JemmaPage published Kid given one-in-10,000 chance of survival started secondary...

  08-09-2016 21:02
  
  Just over a decade ago, Matthew Frost's parents were preparing themselves for the worst after their first-born child was given a one-in-10,000 chance of survival.But despite his brush with death and a warning that he could be left deaf and blind, the 11-year-old started secondary school this week.The Kirk Hallam Community Academy pupil has already made lots of friends and said his favourite lesson is his weekly cookery class.Matthew, of Benner Avenue, Ilkeston, said: "I'm really enjoying...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Evangelos Marinakis being investigated by UEFA over match-fixing...

  08-09-2016 20:38
  
  European football's governing body UEFA is investigating the Greek match-fixing allegations surrounding the man who has been trying to buy Nottingham Forest, Olympiacos owner Evangelos Marinakis.Marinakis denies the charges and in a statement published on the Olympiacos website claimed public prosecutor Stamatis Daskalopoulos was biased against the perennial Greek champions and the case was politically motivated."The prosecutor's proposal will be judged by the Athens Appeals Court in the...
  
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• TracyWalker published Hyson Green residents 'living in fear' as police hunt attacker...

  08-09-2016 20:19
  
  Police are continuing to hunt an attacker who stabbed a 14-year-old boy in broad daylight.The schoolboy was injured in Oldknow Street, off Alfreton Road, in Hyson Green - just three months after a fatal stabbing a few streets away.He suffered a stab wound to the arm and was taken to hospital, but his injuries are not believed to be serious.He has since been released.Police have offered assurances that tackling knife crime in Nottingham is a top priority, but residents in the area have spoken of.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Jobless drunk fined £240 for cracking Domino's Pizza window...

  08-09-2016 20:19
  
  Drunk Christopher Jennison got a £240 bill for cracking a pizza shop window because he was too late for a meal. He caused the damage on the night he attended a renewal of marriage vows, Nottingham magistrates heard today. Jobless Jennison said: "It was just a silly mistake - too much to drink. I am sorry for what I have done."When I came back from the wedding, instead of going home, I went to the pub and continued to drink," added Jennison, 36, of Highbury Walk, Bulwell.He...
  
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• Uefa investigates Nottingham Forest suitor over match fixing in ... - The Guardian

  08-09-2016 20:12
  
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  Evangelos Marinakis, who owns Olympiakos and is trying to buy Nottingham Forest, is being investigated by Uefa over match fixing in Greece.and more »
  
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• Nottingham Post published Drink-driver blames dodgy chicken sandwich for his arrest

  08-09-2016 20:11
  
  A dodgy chicken sandwich was blamed for Daniel Allsop ending up sick and arrested as he tried to drive home from a pal's house. Instead of completing the short journey, the bricklayer had to pull over, turned on his hazard lights and began to vomit, magistrates in Nottingham heard today. Police were alerted and found the 26-year-old, who they described as "extremely drunk and unresponsive," said Sanjay Jerath, prosecuting.Officers noted that he had been sick inside the car and Allsop...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Polish man feared his drink-driving would affect public image of...

  08-09-2016 20:00
  
  ​A Polish-born charity worker told a court that he feared his drink-driving could affect the public image of his country. The comment came via a probation officer who interviewed Tomas Pyc, 35, who crashed into scaffolding on Beckhampton Road and ran off. He was later found to have 106 micrograms of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, 71 over the legal limit. He was banned from driving for 23 months and ordered to carry out 100 hours of community work. A probation report said: "Ther
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Polish man feared his drink-driving would affect public image of...

  08-09-2016 20:00
  
  ​A Polish-born charity worker told a court that he feared his drink-driving could affect the public image of his country. The comment came via a probation officer who interviewed Tomas Pyc, 35, who crashed into scaffolding on Beckhampton Road and ran off. He was later found to have 106 micrograms of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, 71 over the legal limit. He was banned from driving for 23 months and ordered to carry out 100 hours of community work. A probation report said: "Ther
  
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• Nottingham Post published Jake Ball torments Middlesex as Nottinghamshire scrap for victory

  08-09-2016 19:59
  
  The penultimate day of county cricket at Trent Bridge this summer was expected to be just a 'moving day' as both Nottinghamshire and Middlesex fought for supremacy ahead of the last day showdown.In truth, it offered more than that; a genuinely brutal tussle between bat and ball as the Division One leaders aimed to trample over the bottom side, who were having none of it.Middlesex, left to score 235 to remain on top, and send a message of defiance to the north and west, limped to 48 for three at.
  
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• George Chicken staircase death: Firm and manager sentenced

  08-09-2016 19:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A care home is fined £1.5m for safety breaches after a resident fell from a fire escape staircase and died.
  
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• JamesPallatt published Why Jamie Ward left Nottingham Forest for Nigel Clough's Burton...

  08-09-2016 19:07
  
  Jamie Ward has spoken about his deadline-day departure from Nottingham Forest, saying it was obvious to him he wasn't going to play many games under the Reds' new head coach Philippe Montanier.The 30-year-old Northern Ireland international has joined Nigel Clough's Burton Albion on a season-long loan, having played in just three of Forest's opening seven games of the new season on his return from Euro 2016.And, having been reunited with Clough this week after playing for his country in a World..
  
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• JHLewis published Nottingham's cycling academic who bridged 'town and gown' divide

  08-09-2016 19:00
  
  As the next generation of undergraduates inspects the elegant campus during the latest University of Nottingham open days this week, the head of the institution prepares for his final year in charge. Professor Sir David Greenaway has announced that he will step down next September as vice-chancellor of the outward-looking seat of learning that brands itself "Britain's global university".With campuses not only in Nottingham and Sutton Bonington but also in China and Malaysia – and...
  
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• DanRobinson published 'Thinkubator' student challenge will inject new ideas into...

  08-09-2016 18:32
  
  Companies looking for fresh ideas to boost growth are being invited to sign up for this year's Thinkubator Challenge at Nottingham Business School (NBS).For one day each year, the school – part of Nottingham Trent University – dedicates its full resources to solving real business challenges submitted by a variety of organisations.Guided by expert academics and NBS alumni fellows, Thinkubator involves business and management researchers, postgraduates and final-year undergraduate...
  
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• JemmaPage published Killer incited woman to have sex with underage boy while on...

  08-09-2016 18:29
  
  A prisoner who was jailed for an arson attack that killed three people incited a woman to have sex with an underage boy while he was on remand, a court heard.Peter Eyre was on remand accused of the death of a mum, her daughter and a friend when he arranged the perverted tryst.He has admitted inciting a child to have sex, but it has only been revealed today that he was one of three men convicted of a triple arson murder in Langley Mill in 2015. Eyre, serving a 32 sentence for the murder, appeared
  
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• rsherdley published Care home fined £1.5m after dementia sufferer died falling...

  08-09-2016 18:11
  
  A care home has been fined £1.5 million after admitting a serious health and safety breach following the death of a dementia sufferer.George Chicken, 76, died after he fell down an unlit staircase at Rose Court Lodge Care Home in Sutton Road, Mansfield.Afterwards, his devastated family said they would like to see the re-evaluation of all care homes who advertise themselves as delivering dementia care.Owner of the home, Embrace All Ltd, formerly European Care (GB), was given the hefty fine.
  
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• zararubin published BBC Young Musician 2016 nominated for Nottingham Post Student...

  08-09-2016 18:00
  
  Students across the county will be recognised for going above and beyond the classroom as the Nottingham Post Student Awards returns for a sixth year.This year, the prestigious ceremony will be held at Nottingham Crowne Plaza Hotel on Thursday, December 1.But before the big day we want to hear from readers, teachers and parents who want to nominate someone they know.To kick-off the nominations, Sheku Kanneh-Mason, a young cellist from Mapperley Park, has been put forward for his musical talents.
  
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• stewartthorpe published Opening date confirmed for M&S food outlet in Nottinghamshire

  08-09-2016 18:00
  
  High street giant Marks & Spencer is set to open a new store later this month in Nottinghamshire and it will include a cafe. The retailer will open a foodhall at the Chilwell Retail Park on Wednesday, September 28, creating 46 jobs in the process.The 9,700 square foot store, between Next and Poundstretcher, will offer 6,000 food and drink lines and have a 46-seater café on site.Read more: American burger restaurant Red Dog Saloon heads to...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Momentum building nicely but John Sheridan eager to seal first...

  08-09-2016 17:55
  
  Four games unbeaten, nine goals scored and momentum building nicely, but there is one number John Sheridan is keen to improve.The home wins column in the league table still reads zero, something that Notts County's manager is acutely aware of as they prepare for Accrington Stanley's visit on Saturday.Judging by recent performances you don't feel it will be long before the Magpies finally begin to turn promise into points.A stunning late salvo against Grimsby Town almost sealed them as they came.
  
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• zararubin published Couple who gave birth to stillborn baby open centre for bereaved...

  08-09-2016 17:40
  
  A couple who gave birth to a stillborn baby boy have opened a special support centre for bereaved families at Nottingham City Hospital.Martin Sommerville and his partner, Carly Williams, had their stillborn son, Zephyr, at the hospital in 2013. The couple, freelance artists from St Ann's, said it was a "completely normal pregnancy" until their son died unexpectedly.Carly, 35, said: "The care we had when we lost Zephyr was fantastic. Midwives and hospital staff held us with such...
  
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• JenniferScott published Vandals torch £30,000 park slide in Arnold

  08-09-2016 17:35
  
  Disappointed children have been left without a park slide after vandals torched it in the early hours of the morning.The play equipment at King George V Recreation Ground in Arnold was only installed two years ago at a cost of £30,000 to Gedling Borough Council. But shortly after 1am on Thursday, Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to the park off Hallam's Lane to reports the slide was well alight. Now there is just a burnt out shell as the slide has melted away and...
  
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• turnerturner published Plan for Beeston temple statues is rejected after being dubbed...

  08-09-2016 17:14
  
  Hindu statues will remain in their boxes after councillors decided that changes to a temple in Beeston shouldn't go ahead.
  The plan for the temple frontage in West Crescent included pillars, four domes and five statues, including one of the goddess Durka and two six-foot tall welcoming girls. But Broxtowe Borough Council's planning committee rejected the idea - against the advice of officers - after the scheme was described as 'alienating'. Janarthanan Balasundaram, chairman of the Sri Thurkkai.
  
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• turnerturner commented Plan for Beeston temple statues is rejected after being dubbed...

  08-09-2016 17:14
  
  Hindu statues will remain in their boxes after councillors decided that changes to a temple in Beeston shouldn't go ahead.
  The plan for the temple frontage in West Crescent included pillars, four domes and five statues, including one of the goddess Durka and two six-foot tall welcoming girls. But Broxtowe Borough Council's planning committee rejected the idea - against the advice of officers - after the scheme was described as 'alienating'. Janarthanan Balasundaram, chairman of the Sri Thurkkai.
  
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• JenniferScott published Coroner warns of 'dangerous party drug' GHB after 21-year-old...

  08-09-2016 17:12
  
  ​A coroner has warned of the dangers of so-called 'party drugs' after the death of a 21-year-old in Nottingham.Liam Rose died on March 29 this year after taking GHB and M-Cat at a house party in Sneinton, organised over a mobile app.The former Toot Hill pupil and NCN graduate, who was a department manager at H&M when he died, was found unconscious in a bedroom. And although emergency services rushed to the scene to help, he was pronounced dead by ambulance crews. Read more: Police
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest can play their way to success just like...

  08-09-2016 17:05
  
  Nottingham Forest can follow Middlesbrough's example – by playing their way into the Premier League. That was the message today from Mustapha Carayol, who says he was drawn to sign for the Reds from Boro by the attacking style of football favoured by Philippe Montanier. The winger is not only a fan of the Frenchman's mentality, but also believes it can bring success to the City Ground, just as it did for the north-east club last season, as they secured a place in the top...
  
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• EllieCullen published Pupils sent home from Nottinghamshire school over trousers being...

  08-09-2016 17:01
  
  Dozens of children were either sent home or kept in isolation at a Nottinghamshire school over issues with their school uniform.Magnus Church of England Academy, in Newark, said about 20 students were affected by a 'tightening of school policies' - although parents claim it was closer to 50.Issues included trousers being too tight, skirts too short, hair-cuts too short and pupils having the wrong shoes or wearing earrings.Parents said children...
  
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• EllieCullen commented Pupils sent home from Nottinghamshire school over trousers being...

  08-09-2016 17:01
  
  Dozens of children were either sent home or kept in isolation at a Nottinghamshire school over issues with their school uniform.Magnus Church of England Academy, in Newark, said about 20 students were affected by a 'tightening of school policies' - although parents claim it was closer to 50.Issues included trousers being too tight, skirts too short, hair-cuts too short and pupils having the wrong shoes or wearing earrings.Parents said children...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Award-winning comic James Acaster on Kettering, crime and...

  08-09-2016 17:00
  
  ​Following a record fifth consecutive nomination for 'Best Comedy Show' at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Mock The Week favourite James Acaster is taking his new show Reset on a UK tour and will be stopping at the Nottingham Glee Club on Thursday October 27. Here he sits down for a chat about Kettering, crime and crowdfunding.Q: 'Reset' is your sixth solo show and tour. How do you find the touring lifestyle?A: It's all right! The main reason I got into stand-up was because I wanted
  
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• American burger restaurant Red Dog Saloon heads to Nottingham ... - Nottingham Post

  08-09-2016 16:46
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  Get ready to ditch the diet - a new burger will soon be in town and it is quite aptly named The Devastator. The belly busting beast contains 18oz of chuck minced ...and more »
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County boss John Sheridan wants Magpies to become a force...

  08-09-2016 16:37
  
  Notts County boss John Sheridan wants his side to "believe they are a real force" at Meadow Lane as he chases a first home league win of the season.The Magpies are yet to seal a three-point haul at Meadow Lane in League Two, but are hoping to correct that against Accrington Stanley on Saturday.Notts are currently unbeaten in four games and came back from 2-0 down against Grimsby Town last weekend to snatch a point thanks to Aaron CollinsIt again showed the Magpies' powers of recovery,...
  
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• RachelGorman published American burger restaurant Red Dog Saloon heads to Nottingham

  08-09-2016 16:20
  
  Get ready to ditch the diet - a new burger will soon be in town and it is quite aptly named The Devastator.The belly busting beast contains 18oz of chuck minced steak served with 200g of pulled pork, Applewood smoked bacon rashers and cheese and will soon be available at new American burger joint  Red Dog Saloon.The restaurant (which also serves fat ribs, wings 'n' tings, alongside not so devastating burgers) will be moving into former Hockley fashion store Ark
  
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• Nottmtails published Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest - Will Britt or Bendtner be fit...

  08-09-2016 16:00
  
  As Nottingham Forest prepare to face Aston Villa for the first time since 1999, Paul Taylor looks at what Roberto Di Matteo's side will bring to the Villa Park party and at whether the Duke, rather than Prince, will be involved.Talking tactics: Just as Philippe Montanier has been busy changing the look of the Nottingham Forest squad, the Aston Villa team the Reds face on Sunday will be very different to the one relegated from the Premier League last season.Roberto Di Matteo has had a busy...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Panthers getting closer to their best as they go to...

  08-09-2016 15:52
  
  Nottingham Panthers start their Elite League campaign with a three game stint in Scotland that would test any team at any point of the season.Panthers face Dundee Stars on Friday night before fixtures against Braehead Clan and Fife Flyers on Saturday and Sunday respectively.They lost their first game of the season, 3-1 at Coventry Blaze, but head coach Corey Neilson feels his team are getting ever closer to the levels he expects."I think we're getting closer and closer to where we want to...
  
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• First look around Nottingham's new upmarket steakhouse ... - Nottingham Post

  08-09-2016 15:34
  
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  Anyone hoping to book a table at the new Miller & Carter Steakhouse for tomorrow's opening night will be disappointed – it's already fully booked with diners ...and more »
  
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• LynetteP published First look around Nottingham's new upmarket steakhouse

  08-09-2016 15:28
  
  Anyone hoping to book a table at the new Miller & Carter Steakhouse for tomorrow's opening night will be disappointed – it's already fully booked with diners clamouring to experience "the best steak in Nottingham."
  brightcove.createExperiences();And the next few weekends are shaping up to be pretty busy too.The 246-seater restaurant is the former Toby Carvery on the corner of the A52 Derby Road and Wollaton...
  
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• RachelGorman published Alton Towers Scarefest 2016: All you need to know about the must...

  08-09-2016 15:24
  
  You'll have more than just the dark to be afraid of at this year's annual Scarefest at Alton Towers – with two brand new scare zones and an additional terror maze added to the usual chilling line-up.Now in its eleventh year, the organisers have had plenty of time to fine tune the scary set-up, which - with its mines full of skin snatchers, freak show full of clowns and Forbidden Valley infested with zombies - is guaranteed to give you goose bumps and have you looking for your...
  
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• Jamie Ward: Burton loan easy choice for Nottingham Forest forward ... - BBC News

  08-09-2016 15:21
  
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  Jamie Ward says joining Burton on loan was an easy choice as he realised he would not be a regular at Nottingham Forest.
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• Jamie Ward: Burton loan easy choice for Nottingham Forest forward

  08-09-2016 15:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jamie Ward says joining Burton on loan was an easy choice as he realised he would not be a regular at Nottingham Forest.
  
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• stewartthorpe published What was that strange noise in Hucknall last night?

  08-09-2016 15:00
  
  Residents in Hucknall were left puzzled last night after hearing a 'Tardis-like' noise in the sky.On the popular Facebook group Spotted: Hucknall, a resident wrote about hearing a "really strange noise" and a number of locals said they too were left puzzled as to its source too. Byron Barrow wrote: "Did anybody else hear that really strange noise last night about 11.30pm?Read more: Man arrested after armed robbery at Co-op in Sawley"No word of a lie...
  
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• Nottmtails published Bendtner - I can forge partnership with Assombalonga but...

  08-09-2016 15:00
  
  Nicklas Bendtner believes he can forge a dangerous Championship partnership with Britt Assombalonga – but warns any Nottingham Forest success will be built on the back of the entire team, not just two players. Assombalonga is still working to recover from a hamstring problem if he is to face Aston Villa this weekend – while Bendtner is unlikely to be involved, as he works to build his match fitness following his spell on the sidelines. But, moving forward the 28-year-old Arsenal...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest: Everything you need to know

  08-09-2016 15:00
  
  Sunday will see history being made, when two fallen giants come together for the first time ever outside the top flight. Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest meet on Sunday lunchtime at Villa Park – an occasion that will see a pair of former European Cup winners meet in the Championship. A bumper crowd of around 35,000 is expected for the televised clash which will see Roberto Di Matteo come up against Frenchman Philippe Montanier. Ahead of what looks like being a mouth-watering...
  
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• JonPritchard published Police 'examining circumstances' of death of three-year-old boy

  08-09-2016 14:46
  
  ​Police are 'examining the circumstances' of the death of a three-year-old boy in Mapperley on Tuesday.A large police presence was seen on Plains Road at around 4pm, while paramedics and an air ambulance were also called to the scene.Police have said the death of the young boy is not believed to be suspicious.Read more: Emergency services and air ambulance rush to Mapperley Plains homeA Nottinghamshire Police spokesman said: "We can confirm that we are examining the...
  
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• DanRobinson published Co-op opens new Nottingham train station shop - and promises more...

  08-09-2016 14:33
  
  Up to 18,000 people are expected to pass through the new Co-op at Nottingham railway station each week after it opened its doors for the first time.The shop was unveiled on Thursday at 6am after replacing the former My Local branch, which closed in July after the group that bought the Morrison's convenience store chain last year was placed into administration.Following a £250,000 investment by the Co-op, it is expected to be one of its busiest branches in Nottingham and will heavily...
  
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• karenantcliff published Want to live in the most exclusive street in Nottingham? It will...

  08-09-2016 14:20
  
  If you are a golfer you'll know Beeston Fields Drive for its golf course. However, avid house hunters will instantly recognise the location as one of Nottingham's desired suburban streets.
  So if you want to live on one of Nottingham's most sought after roads, have a look at this house - it is currently for sale.Huge rooms are a defining factor of this family house in Beeston Fields Drive.READ MORE: ​Plan your weekend now: Property events happening this weekendThe detached...
  
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• karenantcliff commented Want to live in the most exclusive street in Nottingham? It will...

  08-09-2016 14:20
  
  If you are a golfer you'll know Beeston Fields Drive for its golf course. However, avid house hunters will instantly recognise the location as one of Nottingham's desired suburban streets.
  So if you want to live on one of Nottingham's most sought after roads, have a look at this house - it is currently for sale.Huge rooms are a defining factor of this family house in Beeston Fields Drive.READ MORE: ​Plan your weekend now: Property events happening this weekendThe detached...
  
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• Nottingham's Robin Hood and Maid Marian to marry - BBC News

  08-09-2016 14:12
  
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  Nottingham's official Robin Hood is to marry Maid Marian after they fell in love while playing the famous couple. Robin Hood, also known as Tim Pollard, appropriately met Sally Chappell at a banquet at the city's former Sheriff's Lodge venue. The ...and more »
  
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• Nottingham's Robin Hood and Maid Marian to marry

  08-09-2016 14:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottingham's official Robin Hood is to marry Maid Marian after they fell in love while playing the famous couple.
  
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