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• Alex Hales refuses to tour Bangladesh with England over security concerns - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 23:25
  
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  Alex Hales refuses to tour Bangladesh with England over security concerns
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  Nottinghamshire batsman Alex Hales has pulled out of England's tour of Bangladesh, along with one day captain Eoin Morgan. Both do not believe their safety can be sufficiently guaranteed after terror attacks in the country in the last year. Hales first ...and more »
  
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• MattDavies published Alex Hales refuses to tour Bangladesh with England over security...

  11-09-2016 22:57
  
  Nottinghamshire batsman Alex Hales has pulled out of England's tour of Bangladesh, along with one day captain Eoin Morgan.Both do not believe their safety can be sufficiently guaranteed after terror attacks in the country in the last year.Hales first told the Post of his concerns last month, admitting he would be putting his Test future at risk. He may have been dropped anyway after a poor series against Pakistan, but he has made the choice to withdraw himself from consideration."It's a...
  
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• MattDavies commented Alex Hales refuses to tour Bangladesh with England over security...

  11-09-2016 22:57
  
  Nottinghamshire batsman Alex Hales has pulled out of England's tour of Bangladesh, along with one day captain Eoin Morgan.Both do not believe their safety can be sufficiently guaranteed after terror attacks in the country in the last year.Hales first told the Post of his concerns last month, admitting he would be putting his Test future at risk. He may have been dropped anyway after a poor series against Pakistan, but he has made the choice to withdraw himself from consideration."It's a...
  
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• TracyWalker published Husband leads marathon darts challenge to raise cancer charity...

  11-09-2016 22:53
  
  A devoted husband took to the oche to raise funds for a cancer charity in memory of his darts-loving wife.Melanie Jones was 45 when she died after a two-year fight with breast cancer.Fourteen years on since the month she passed away, her husband, Andy, organised a darts marathon - raising cash to help the Breast Cancer Now charity in the process.Andy, a 59-year-old customer care worker for Bovis Homes, and other regulars from the Gladstone pub, in Carrington, played from 1pm until 11.45pm on...
  
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• Fife Flyers 4 Nottingham Panthers 1: Match report | Nottingham Post - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 22:31
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  Nottingham Panthers were unable to complete an opening hat-trick of wins in the Elite League in Scotland. After impressively beating Dundee Stars 3-1 and ...and more »
  
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• TracyWalker published Campaign to raise money for life-saving treatment for police...

  11-09-2016 22:18
  
  A campaign to raise funds for potentially life-saving cancer treatment for a Nottinghamshire police officer topped £10,000 within two days of being set up.A Go Fund Me page was set up for Phil Hogg, who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and was given just months to live in July last year.Phil and his family have hope that immunotherapy could extend his life, and even save it.But the 52-year-old, a Sergeant who has worked for the force for 29 years and lives in Arnold, must travel..
  
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• JamesPallatt published Nottingham's Richard Whitehead wins gold to defend Paralympic...

  11-09-2016 21:23
  
  Nottingham's Richard Whitehead tonight defended his Paralympic title in Rio, scorching to gold in the T42 200m.The 40-year-old swept to victory at the Olympic Stadium in 23.39 seconds, four years after winning at London 2012.And he said: "Today was just about winning the race. The time didn't really mean anything to me."I saw the finish line, knew I'd won with about 20 metres to go and lots of things went through my head about how hard I have had it over the last 40 years and everybody...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Fife Flyers 4 Nottingham Panthers 1: Match report

  11-09-2016 21:21
  
  Nottingham Panthers were unable to complete an opening hat-trick of wins in the Elite League in Scotland.After impressively beating Dundee Stars 3-1 and Braehead Clan 4-1 in their first two matches of the league season, Corey Neilson's side ended their road trip with a 4-1 defeat at Fife Flyers.The Panthers were missing Stephen Schultz against the Flyers, after he was hurt in the first period against Braehead, while back-up netminder Jindrich Pacl started in Fife.The Czech youngster was tested..
  
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• “More than a dream come true” for Nottingham Rowing Club's Grace ... - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 20:06
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  Nottingham Rowing Club's Grace Clough said it was "more than a dream come true" as she won gold on her Paralympics debut in Rio. The 25-year-old, who ...and more »
  
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• JamesPallatt published "More than a dream come true" for Nottingham Rowing Club's Grace...

  11-09-2016 19:53
  
  Nottingham Rowing Club's Grace Clough said it was "more than a dream come true" as she won gold on her Paralympics debut in Rio.The 25-year-old, who only took up rowing in 2013, topped the podium in the mixed coxed four rowing with her ParalympicsGB team-mates Daniel Brown, James Fox and Pamela Relph, who were coxed by James Oliver.And she said: "When I started the journey just getting here was the challenge. Now I'm a Paralympic champion. It is more than a dream come...
  
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• Do you know about the new five pound note? - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 19:45
  
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  Do you know about the new five pound note?
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  You might have heard that a new five pound note is coming out....well, here's everything you need to know about it. Why are we getting a new fiver? The Bank of England periodically replaces notes to introduce the latest new security features and stay ...and more »
  
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• Nottmtails published Five things we learned from Nottingham Forest's 2-2 draw at Aston...

  11-09-2016 19:05
  
  1. Vladimir Stojkovic could be an astute signing: Stephen Henderson can feel slightly hard done by to have lost his place to the Serbian international – but Stojkovic's performance more than justified the decision. Stojkovic made some outstanding saves, particularly during the first half when Villa were piling on the pressure at times. The 33-year-old looked calm and composed throughout and his low, reaction stop from Kodjia was just outstanding. The ball bounced away with such power...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Five things we learned from Nottingham Forest's 2-2 draw at Aston...

  11-09-2016 19:05
  
  1. Vladimir Stojkovic could be an astute signing: Stephen Henderson can feel slightly hard done by to have lost his place to the Serbian international – but Stojkovic's performance more than justified the decision. Stojkovic made some outstanding saves, particularly during the first half when Villa were piling on the pressure at times. The 33-year-old looked calm and composed throughout and his low, reaction stop from Kodjia was just outstanding. The ball bounced away with such power...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County have to stay 'strong' as wait for home win goes on

  11-09-2016 19:00
  
  John Sheridan is determined to improve Notts County's home record after they were left still searching for a home win at Meadow Lane.Accrington Stanley sealed a 2-0 win on Saturday as the visitors took advantage of a lacklustre performance.John O'Sullivan gave the visitors the lead in the first half, before Rommy Boco rounded off the win with a classy finish after the break.Notts were booed off at full-time with the Magpies still yet to record a home win in the league, which Sheridan is eager to
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Everything you need to know about the new five pound note

  11-09-2016 19:00
  
  You might have heard that a new five pound note is coming out....well, here's everything you need to know about it.Why are we getting a new fiver?The Bank of England periodically replaces notes to introduce the latest new security features and stay ahead of counterfeiters. It also means that the bank can feature new characters.What's different about it?The Bank has decided that its next £5 note will be printed on polymer, a thin flexible plastic. Polymer notes last longer, stay cleaner and
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Do you know about the new five pound note?

  11-09-2016 19:00
  
  You might have heard that a new five pound note is coming out....well, here's everything you need to know about it.Why are we getting a new fiver?The Bank of England periodically replaces notes to introduce the latest new security features and stay ahead of counterfeiters. It also means that the bank can feature new characters.What's different about it?The Bank has decided that its next £5 note will be printed on polymer, a thin flexible plastic. Polymer notes last longer, stay cleaner and
  
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• DaveWhitfield commented Do you know about the new five pound note?

  11-09-2016 19:00
  
  You might have heard that a new five pound note is coming out....well, here's everything you need to know about it.Why are we getting a new fiver?The Bank of England periodically replaces notes to introduce the latest new security features and stay ahead of counterfeiters. It also means that the bank can feature new characters.What's different about it?The Bank has decided that its next £5 note will be printed on polymer, a thin flexible plastic. Polymer notes last longer, stay cleaner and
  
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• Bulwell fire: How petrol attendant stopped it being even worse ... - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 18:58
  
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  A petrol station attendant said he feared for his workplace after three takeaways were burnt down in Bulwell this weekend. Flames spread quickly through the ...and more »
  
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• DaveWhitfield published Police have investigated 21 people for misogyny hate crime

  11-09-2016 18:49
  
  Nottinghamshire Police say that two arrests have been made since they started classifying misogyny as a hate crime.The arrests have come from a total of 21 incidents which have been investigated by the force from April 5 - when the new classification started - to September 5.Misogyny is "dislike of, contempt for, or ingrained prejudice against women", and when talking about the new policy Notts Police said they wanted to crack down on "unwanted or uninvited sexual advances",...
  
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• TracyWalker published Recall for Waitrose cookies and Sainsbury's chocolate

  11-09-2016 18:42
  
  Waitrose and Sainsbury's have both recalled products for those with a sweet tooth.Waitrose is recalling its 'Orange & Milk Chocolate Cookies (150g)' with a best before date of March 30, 2017 because some packs contain 'Waitrose Hazelnut & Milk Chocolate Cookies', and hazelnut is not declared on the label, making it a possible health risk for anyone with a nut allergy.Sainsbury's is asking for its 'Raisin Milk Chocolate (200g)' with a best before date of 28 June 2017 to be returned...
  
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• South Asian Mela Festival takes over Nottingham Castle - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 18:34
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  South Asian Mela Festival takes over Nottingham Castle
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  Nottingham Castle was transformed into a South Asian paradise today as the city's 28 th Mela drew to a close. More than 2,500 people walked through the castle gates – tempted in by the sounds of the dhol and the sitar, as well as by the smell of spicy, ...
  
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• Philippe Montanier pleased with 'very good point' as Nottingham Forest stage late fightback - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 18:26
  
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  Philippe Montanier pleased with 'very good point' as Nottingham Forest stage late fightback
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  This is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. Comments (3). Philippe Montanier says his Nottingham Forest side have proved they have the character, but must also find more quality to compete ...
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• Lawrence Rayner misses chance to snatch dramatic draw for ... - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 18:13
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  Lawrence Rayner missed the chance to snatch a draw for Nottingham Rugby with the last kick of the match as they lost 26-24 at Yorkshire Carnegie in the ...
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• Nottmtails published Philippe Montanier pleased with 'very good point' as Nottingham...

  11-09-2016 18:09
  
  Philippe Montanier says his Nottingham Forest side have proved they have the character, but must also find more quality to compete in the Championship. The Reds head coach believes Aston Villa have set the standard Nottingham Forest must look to match, if they are to challenge for promotion this season. A late goal from Henri Lansbury helped Forest claim a battling 2-2 draw at Villa Park, on a dramatic afternoon in the West Midlands. Apostolos Vellios had put the Reds ahead with a...
  
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• Nottmtails commented Philippe Montanier pleased with 'very good point' as Nottingham...

  11-09-2016 18:09
  
  Philippe Montanier says his Nottingham Forest side have proved they have the character, but must also find more quality to compete in the Championship. The Reds head coach believes Aston Villa have set the standard Nottingham Forest must look to match, if they are to challenge for promotion this season. A late goal from Henri Lansbury helped Forest claim a battling 2-2 draw at Villa Park, on a dramatic afternoon in the West Midlands. Apostolos Vellios had put the Reds ahead with a...
  
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• Muslim group joins with Nottingham City Council to fight knife crime - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 18:09
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  Muslim group joins with Nottingham City Council to fight knife crime
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  Al-Hurraya, an organisation which provides "Islamic-based dependence solutions", has launched a campaign to tackle youth violence in the Muslim community. The 12-week programme, which is funded by the council, aims to teach young Muslims about the ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Lawrence Rayner misses chance to snatch dramatic draw for...

  11-09-2016 18:04
  
  Lawrence Rayner missed the chance to snatch a draw for Nottingham Rugby with the last kick of the match as they lost 26-24 at Yorkshire Carnegie in the Championship.Josh Poulett found space to go over in the corner for a try in the dying stages of the match, giving Rayner the opportunity to level the match with a conversion, but unfortunately he missed it and Ian Costello's side were defeated.The Greens took the lead on four minutes with a try scored by Tom Heard, Rayner kicking the conversion..
  
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• JonPritchard published Mum-of-two battling cancer is to grace London catwalk

  11-09-2016 18:00
  
  A mother who is battling breast cancer will be strutting down the catwalk at a charity event in London later this year.Janine Brook was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2010 and has had both her breasts removed after the disease returned in 2011.After being told the cancer was incurable, the mother-of-two has battled on by continuing her job and putting her efforts into fundraising. And on November 2, she will be one of 32 women to take part in the 20th Breast Cancer Care Show, to raise...
  
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• zararubin published Last-minute costume ideas for Roald Dahl Day

  11-09-2016 17:45
  
  Magnificent heroes and monstrous villains will be the star attraction at schools this week, as students get creative for Roald Dahl Day on Tuesday.Dahl's characters come in all shapes and sizes, from spiders and giraffes to Willy Wonka and the Giant Peach, and not forgetting the Vermicious Knids. But don't panic if you've not sorted your kids' costumes yet for The Dahlicious Dress Up Day (and, let's face it, you haven't). Here are some top ideas for easy-to-make costumes at the...
  
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• zararubin published South Asian Mela Festival takes over Nottingham Castle

  11-09-2016 17:30
  
  Nottingham Castle was transformed into a South Asian paradise today as the city's 28th Mela drew to a close.More than 2,500 people walked through the castle gates – tempted in by the sounds of the dhol and the sitar, as well as by the smell of spicy, aromatic cuisine."This is my first time at the festival but I've heard only good things," said visitor Marguerite Torr, 48. "I love the sitar so that's the main attraction for me." The three-day long celebrations kicked-off...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented Aston Villa 2 Nottingham Forest 2: Reds player ratings

  11-09-2016 17:30
  
  Vladimir Stojkovic: A fine debut and certainly had plenty to do against a Villa side that created a fair bit. Produced one stunning save low down in the first half. Will have been heartened with his first display at such a tough place to play. Rating: 8/10 Eric Lichaj: Solid enough from the American returning to his former club, though he did waste a couple of good chances going forward. But defensively, like the rest of his team, he came up against a fluid Villa forward line who were, at...
  
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• TracyWalker published Vintage fire engines help bid farewell to Nottingham's Central...

  11-09-2016 17:20
  
  Some old faces - of the four-wheeled variety - lined up for one last time outside Nottingham's Central Fire Station.Vintage fire engines dating from as far back as the 1930s lined up on the station forecourt as part of a poignant ceremony to mark the closure of the station, in Shakespeare Street. Crowds, including current and retired firefighters and their families, marvelled at the vehicles - some of which had travelled from as far as Scotland for the special occasion. Speeches were given...
  
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• TracyWalker commented Vintage fire engines help bid farewell to Nottingham's Central...

  11-09-2016 17:20
  
  Some old faces - of the four-wheeled variety - lined up for one last time outside Nottingham's Central Fire Station.Vintage fire engines dating from as far back as the 1930s lined up on the station forecourt as part of a poignant ceremony to mark the closure of the station, in Shakespeare Street. Crowds, including current and retired firefighters and their families, marvelled at the vehicles - some of which had travelled from as far as Scotland for the special occasion. Speeches were given...
  
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• Nottmtails published Aston Villa 2 Nottingham Forest 2: Match report

  11-09-2016 16:30
  
  You sense life is not going to be dull for Nottingham Forest this season.A goal-less first half at Villa Park had not hinted at the storm that was to follow, as Philippe Montanier's side again demonstrated their character and resolve to claw a 2-2 draw from big-spending Aston Villa.Two goals in two minutes, from Ross McCormack and Rudy Gestede – two men with a track record of tormenting Forest – had put Aston Villa into a 2-1 lead and, seemingly, into a controlling position in this..
  
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• Nottmtails commented Aston Villa 2 Nottingham Forest 2: Match report

  11-09-2016 16:30
  
  You sense life is not going to be dull for Nottingham Forest this season.A goal-less first half at Villa Park had not hinted at the storm that was to follow, as Philippe Montanier's side again demonstrated their character and resolve to claw a 2-2 draw from big-spending Aston Villa.Two goals in two minutes, from Ross McCormack and Rudy Gestede – two men with a track record of tormenting Forest – had put Aston Villa into a 2-1 lead and, seemingly, into a controlling position in this..
  
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• Aston Villa 2-2 Nottingham Forest

  11-09-2016 16:26 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Henri Lansbury's 87th-minute goal rescues a draw for Nottingham Forest at Aston Villa in the Championship.
  
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• zararubin published Muslim group joins with Nottingham City Council to fight knife...

  11-09-2016 16:00
  
  A Muslim group has joined with Nottingham City Council to fight knife crime.Al-Hurraya, an organisation which provides "Islamic-based dependence solutions", has launched a campaign to tackle youth violence in the Muslim community. The 12-week programme, which is funded by the council, aims to teach young Muslims about the consequences of knife crime and gang culture. Asad Fazil, of Radcliffe-on-Trent, spearheaded the campaign. He said: "Substance abuse and gang violence have been...
  
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• JonPritchard published Car and motorcycle involved in crash in Ruddington

  11-09-2016 15:54
  
  Police are at the scene of a crash involving a motorcycle and a car in Ruddington.The crash happened shortly after 2.30pm on Sunday on Elms Park in the village.Read more: Bulwell fire: How petrol attendant stopped it being even worseThe extent of any injuries are not yet known, but the road is blocked and traffic is beginning to build up in the area. One reader told the Post: "There has been a serious accident between a motorbike and a car, so there is traffic backing up as its only single...
  
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• Unbeaten run ended on day Notts County will want to forget ... - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 15:17
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  It was one of those days which football managers up and down the land dread the most. John Sheridan said he didn't want too many more of them and you ...and more »
  
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• Robin Hood and Maid Marian get married in an emotional ceremony - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 15:10
  
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  Robin Hood and Maid Marian get married in an emotional ceremony
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  In legend, Robin Hood is said to have married his sweetheart Maid Marian at St Mary's Church in Edwinstowe, with the service conducted by Friar Tuck. But on Saturday, the tale was played out in real life when Nottingham's first couple, Tim Pollard and ...
  
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• TracyWalker published Robin Hood and Maid Marian get married in an emotional ceremony

  11-09-2016 14:45
  
  In legend, Robin Hood is said to have married his sweetheart Maid Marian at St Mary's Church in Edwinstowe, with the service conducted by Friar Tuck.But on Saturday, the tale was played out in real life when Nottingham's first couple, Tim Pollard and Sally Chappell - who play the official roles of the outlaw and his love interest - tied the knot.The Beeston couple, who have a two-year-old daughter called Scarlett, sealed their love during a ceremony at Hargate Hall, a 19th century building in...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Unbeaten run ended on day Notts County will want to forget

  11-09-2016 14:45
  
  It was one of those days which football managers up and down the land dread the most.John Sheridan said he didn't want too many more of them and you could understand why after Notts County's four-game unbeaten run was brought crashing to a standstill.Although this defeat to Accrington wasn't a hammering, it was still a performance which fell well short of the standards expected by their manager.The passing lacked incisiveness, the tempo was non-existent and the soft goals which have undermined..
  
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• Two Blue Badges used in Nottingham belonged to dead people - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 14:30
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  Two Blue Badges used in Nottingham belonged to dead people
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  In August, the council found two cancelled badges being used when the holders had died. There were also 11 expired badges, one fake badge, two damaged badges, and nine badges which were misused by non-badge holders. These offences resulted in ...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Is this 11-year-old's haircut appropriate for school?

  11-09-2016 14:28
  
  A row has broken out after schoolboy was told on his first day at secondary school that his hairstyle was inappropriate.Eleven-year-old Jody Bradley was looking forward to his first day at 'big school' but his parents say it turned into a nightmare when he was taken to one side at the gates and told his hairstyle was unsuitable.His parents say he was told he would be isolated from the other children on breaks and at lunch or would have to go home - although the school says it does not remove or.
  
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• Newark's Natalie Blake 'happy' with sixth place at Rio 2016 Paralympics - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 14:19
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  Newark's Natalie Blake 'happy' with sixth place at Rio 2016 Paralympics
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  Newark's Natalie Blake finished in sixth place in the women's -55kg powerlifting class at the Paralympics, after successfully completing two of her three lifts in Rio. Blake, who has now competed at five Paralympic Games, showed her experience to ...and more »
  
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• Nottingham Post published Newark's Natalie Blake 'happy' with sixth place at Rio 2016...

  11-09-2016 14:08
  
  Newark's Natalie Blake finished in sixth place in the women's -55kg powerlifting class at the Paralympics, after successfully completing two of her three lifts in Rio.Blake, who has now competed at five Paralympic Games, showed her experience to complete her first lift attempt at 91kg.That put her in the lead at the end of the first round, after four athletes who opened on a higher weight than her missed their first lifts.In the second round, Blake raised the bar up to 93kg but was unable to...
  
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• zararubin published Two Blue Badges used in Nottingham belonged to dead people

  11-09-2016 14:00
  
  Many drivers are misusing Blue Badges, according to Nottingham City Council's Parking Enforcement Team.In August, the council found two cancelled badges being used when the holders had died.There were also 11 expired badges, one fake badge, two damaged badges, and nine badges which were misused by non-badge holders. These offences resulted in 11 warnings, 17 badges being seized and 24 penalty charges. Councillor Nicola Heaton, portfolio holder for community services at Nottingham City Council,..
  
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• zararubin commented Two Blue Badges used in Nottingham belonged to dead people

  11-09-2016 14:00
  
  Many drivers are misusing Blue Badges, according to Nottingham City Council's Parking Enforcement Team.In August, the council found two cancelled badges being used when the holders had died.There were also 11 expired badges, one fake badge, two damaged badges, and nine badges which were misused by non-badge holders. These offences resulted in 11 warnings, 17 badges being seized and 24 penalty charges. Councillor Nicola Heaton, portfolio holder for community services at Nottingham City Council,..
  
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• Review: Daniel O'Donnell at the Royal Concert Hall - Nottingham Post

  11-09-2016 13:33
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  Review: Daniel O'Donnell at the Royal Concert Hall
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  IF the treasurers of the city's Catholic churches are scratching their heads this Sunday morning and wondering why last night's collection is a bit light, then blame Daniel from Donegal. As, once again, one of the Emerald Isle's favourite sons packed ...
  
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• Nottmtails published Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest - Philippe Montanier hands debuts...

  11-09-2016 13:22
  
  Nottingham Forest handed debuts to two recent signings, as Philippe Montanier looked to mastermind a victory at Villa Park, against newly-relegated Aston Villa.Mustapha Carayol was the only one of the most recent new additions to start the game, with Lica and Nicolao Dumitru both included on the bench and Nicklas Bendtner not yet fit enough to play a part.But as well as the former Boro winger, there was also a starting place for Vladimir Stojkovic, who replaced Stephen Henderson between the...
  
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