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• TomNorton published Nottingham's Bake Off star says show won't change as it leaves...

  12-09-2016 22:31
  
  Jordan Cox, who took part in the 2014 season of Great British Bake Off, says he believes the format of show won't change after the BBC lost its contract with the TV favourite. Negotiations between Bake Off's production company Love Production and the BBC were reported on Monday evening to have broken down meaning the current seventh series one will be the last with the corporation. It was confirmed the same evening that the show would now be moving to Channel 4 as part of a three-year...
  
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• TomNorton commented Nottingham's Bake Off star says show won't change as it leaves...

  12-09-2016 22:31
  
  Jordan Cox, who took part in the 2014 season of Great British Bake Off, says he believes the format of show won't change after the BBC lost its contract with the TV favourite. Negotiations between Bake Off's production company Love Production and the BBC were reported on Monday evening to have broken down meaning the current seventh series one will be the last with the corporation. It was confirmed the same evening that the show would now be moving to Channel 4 as part of a three-year...
  
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• TomNorton published Sandiacre family burgled while they slept

  12-09-2016 22:03
  
  Police have put out an appeal after a family in Sandiacre were burgled while they slept. The incident took place in Sandringham Road between 10pm on August 23 and 6am the next day. Hundreds of pounds worth of home technology – an iPad mini, a laptop, a Samsung Galaxy S6 – and a wallet were stolen. Read more: Grime star says Nottingham knife crime will continue 'until young black men get equal opportunities'The occupants discovered their possessions were gone the next...
  
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• TomNorton published Cyclist who fell on tram tracks says he could have been 'cut in...

  12-09-2016 21:22
  
  A Nottingham cyclist who was put into an induced coma after falling from his bike on tram tracks said he could have been "cut in two".John Melia was rushed to the QMC last year after an accident on the tram tracks in Chilwell High Road. Mr Melia, who appeared in BBC One's Inside Out East Midlands special on tram safety, described his ordeal. He said: "I think it was about 24 bones broken – my ribcage was pretty crushed. Ribs broken on the right hand side and there were...
  
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• TomNorton commented Cyclist who fell on tram tracks says he could have been 'cut in...

  12-09-2016 21:22
  
  A Nottingham cyclist who was put into an induced coma after falling from his bike on tram tracks said he could have been "cut in two".John Melia was rushed to the QMC last year after an accident on the tram tracks in Chilwell High Road. Mr Melia, who appeared in BBC One's Inside Out East Midlands special on tram safety, described his ordeal. He said: "I think it was about 24 bones broken – my ribcage was pretty crushed. Ribs broken on the right hand side and there were...
  
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• Grime star says Nottingham knife crime will continue 'until young black men get equal opportunities' - Nottingham Post

  12-09-2016 20:52
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  Grime star says Nottingham knife crime will continue 'until young black men get equal opportunities'
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  An aspiring Nottingham grime artist says knives will remain a fixture on Nottingham's streets until more is done to provide equal opportunities for young black men in the city. Kamar Davis – who has witnessed knife fights and lost one of his best ...
  
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• BenIreland published Grime star says Nottingham knife crime will continue 'until young...

  12-09-2016 19:57
  
  An aspiring Nottingham grime artist says knives will remain a fixture on Nottingham's streets until more is done to provide equal opportunities for young black men in the city. Kamar Davis – who has witnessed knife fights and lost one of his best friends, Malakai McKenzie, in a shooting – said that violence stems from drug dealing, and believes people resort to that because they are denied a fair chance in the world of work. He is also a young leader for community organisation...
  
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• BenIreland commented Grime star says Nottingham knife crime will continue 'until young...

  12-09-2016 19:57
  
  An aspiring Nottingham grime artist says knives will remain a fixture on Nottingham's streets until more is done to provide equal opportunities for young black men in the city. Kamar Davis – who has witnessed knife fights and lost one of his best friends, Malakai McKenzie, in a shooting – said that violence stems from drug dealing, and believes people resort to that because they are denied a fair chance in the world of work. He is also a young leader for community organisation...
  
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• RachelGorman published Nottingham's Christmas panto is launched with help of its stars...

  12-09-2016 19:54
  
  Fifteen years after their last stint in panto at the Theatre Royal, children's TV heroes The Chuckle Brothers were back at the venue today for the launch of this year's festive spectacular, Jack And The Beanstalk. We caught up with the pair, who this year celebrate their 50th season in pantomime.Whatever veteran comedy duo The Chuckle Brothers are drinking, we'd all do well to order a pint. They may be 71 and 68 respectively, but Barry and Paul Elliott seemingly haven't aged a day since they...
  
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• JHLewis published Premature tot's struggle mirrors Nottinghamshire midwife's own...

  12-09-2016 19:22
  
  The moving story of pocket-sized tot Sophia-Rose Smith struck a chord with a young midwife who works at the hospital where they were both born 16 weeks premature.The two births were 26 years apart - but the circumstances were strikingly similar, starting with their names...Sophie Booth was born at City Hospital in October 1989, weighing just 1lb 6oz.Sophia-Rose was born in the same hospital this May, weighing an even tinier 1lb 3oz. In fact Sophie might even have been present had she not been on
  
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• turnerturner published Disabled man kicked neighbour in testicles in Sneinton

  12-09-2016 19:00
  
  A disabled man must pay £500 compensation to a neighbour he punched and kicked - but narrowly avoided jail. Stephen Woolley, 30, left the other man needing hospital treatment for a bloodshot eye and reddened forehead following the incident in a city flat block. A 16-week prison term, suspended for 18 months, was imposed on Woolley of Manvers Street, Nottingham. He admitted common assault on August 25. Deputy District Judge Peter King told him: "Count yourself very lucky you didn't go...
  
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• Nottmtails published 'More to come' from Apostolos Vellios at Nottingham Forest

  12-09-2016 19:00
  
  There is plenty more to come from Apostolos Vellios at Nottingham Forest, says boss Philippe Montanier, who believes the Greek international front man will only get better as he finds his feet in the Championship.Vellios scored his first goal for the Reds in spectacular fashion, netting a pile driver of a shot as Montanier's side claimed a credible point at Aston Villa, through a 2-2 draw on Sunday.Montanier feels it was no more than the 24-year-old, who arrived in a £1m move from Iraklis.
  
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• Nottmtails commented 'More to come' from Apostolos Vellios at Nottingham Forest

  12-09-2016 19:00
  
  There is plenty more to come from Apostolos Vellios at Nottingham Forest, says boss Philippe Montanier, who believes the Greek international front man will only get better as he finds his feet in the Championship.Vellios scored his first goal for the Reds in spectacular fashion, netting a pile driver of a shot as Montanier's side claimed a credible point at Aston Villa, through a 2-2 draw on Sunday.Montanier feels it was no more than the 24-year-old, who arrived in a £1m move from Iraklis.
  
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• DanRobinson published ​New bridge marks major milestone for huge Boots site development

  12-09-2016 18:54
  
  A key milestone in the creation of hundreds of homes and job opportunities at the Boots headquarters in Nottingham has been reached after a new bridge was built.The crossing will connect the Thane Road and Beeston entrances to the 300-acre site, linking up with a new through-road that can be used by the public – who will have access to part of the historic Boots site for the first time.It is part of a major project that involves the development of 675 new homes and 900,000 sq ft of...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Nottingham's James Crisp not feeling the pressure at Rio 2016...

  12-09-2016 18:46
  
  Nottingham's James Crisp insists he is not feeling under pressure going into Friday's S9 100m backstroke competition at the Rio Paralympics as No.1 in the world.The 33-year-old posted the fastest qualifying time for the event of 1:04.05, but he says that will count for nothing when he's standing on the blocks in Brazil."No, I don't think so," he said when asked if his status puts pressure on his shoulders."I don't kid myself either. Where you are on a piece of paper, ranked,...
  
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• JenniferScott published Controversial workplace parking levy clocks up £9.3 million...

  12-09-2016 18:33
  
  More than £9 million was collected by Nottingham City Council last year as a result of the controversial workplace parking levy.The charge is made to businesses who have more than 10 parking spaces in the city boundary, costing £375 per space. The council believes the scheme, which charges for around 24,800 parking spaces, is a necessary way of funding public transport and encourages people to use greener methods to get to work. But as the levy racks up its highest collection yet...
  
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• JenniferScott commented Controversial workplace parking levy clocks up £9.3 million...

  12-09-2016 18:33
  
  More than £9 million was collected by Nottingham City Council last year as a result of the controversial workplace parking levy.The charge is made to businesses who have more than 10 parking spaces in the city boundary, costing £375 per space. The council believes the scheme, which charges for around 24,800 parking spaces, is a necessary way of funding public transport and encourages people to use greener methods to get to work. But as the levy racks up its highest collection yet...
  
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• zararubin published Nottingham one of the 'worst places to be a girl' in the UK,...

  12-09-2016 18:25
  
  A new study has claimed that Nottingham is one of the worst places to be a girl in the UK. Children's charity Plan International generated the results based on factors such as life expectancy, wealth, prosperity and teenage pregnancy rates.But there is good news for those who live south of the river, as Rushcliffe was ranked among the best places to live, coming in at number two. The charity interviewed 103 girls across the country and is calling for a six-point action plan to progress girls'...
  
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• GemmaToulson published New industrial estate is nearly fully let

  12-09-2016 18:04
  
  An industrial estate in north Nottinghamshire designed to address the need for more high quality units in the area is nearly fully let after being released to market earlier this year.Strawsons Property, a family owned firm based in Retford, speculatively developed around 40,000 sq ft of industrial space at Old Mill Lane in Mansfield Woodhouse in response to the lack of stock available in the market – a move that has been rewarded with a strong take up. Stuart Waite, associate director at.
  
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• GemmaToulson commented New industrial estate is nearly fully let

  12-09-2016 18:04
  
  An industrial estate in north Nottinghamshire designed to address the need for more high quality units in the area is nearly fully let after being released to market earlier this year.Strawsons Property, a family owned firm based in Retford, speculatively developed around 40,000 sq ft of industrial space at Old Mill Lane in Mansfield Woodhouse in response to the lack of stock available in the market – a move that has been rewarded with a strong take up. Stuart Waite, associate director at.
  
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• NottmPostEG published 13 of the best venues for the office Christmas Party in...

  12-09-2016 18:00
  
  Call us premature, but organising the Christmas party is one of the highlights of the office calendar and even the venues are not too far behind as most have already opened up their bookings for Christmas 2016. The office party is the chance to enjoy the festive season and let your hair down at the end of the year with friends and colleagues so to make your organising that little bit easier, we have rounded up 12 of the best places to celebrate this year. Whether it is a big night out, a...
  
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• MattDavies published Alex Hales has taken the bravest decision of his career by...

  12-09-2016 17:53
  
  Post cricket writer Matt Davies says Alex Hales has made the bravest decision of his career by refusing to go to Bangladesh. You are representing your country when you play international sport, not fighting for it. With that in mind, it is disappointing to see any questioning of the bravery of Alex Hales and Eoin Morgan following their decision not to go to Bangladesh with England. Hales and Morgan are the only ones who said no, over fears their safety could not be guaranteed, even after...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Away form could hold the key to Notts County's home woe, says...

  12-09-2016 17:44
  
  Michael O'Connor says Notts County's away record could hold the key to their barren form at Meadow Lane.Saturday's defeat to Accrington means the Magpies are yet to record a home win in the league this season.It is not a problem just exclusive to this season' s team under John Sheridan as the club has won just five of their last 20 league games at Meadow Lane under different managers.But captain O'Connor says Notts' away record, in which they have won two of three so far, may offer the solution.
  
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• NottmPostEG published After a coffee, juice or beer break? You have to try these in...

  12-09-2016 17:41
  
  You fancy a drink but you're not sure whether to go for coffee, tea or juice. Well, if you are in Nottingham city centre, try these...1. Outpost Coffee, 4 Stoney St, NottinghamOutpost Coffee opened its doors during the summer providing Nottingham with another independent coffee shop. Outpost uses coffee they caringly roast themselves in the city centre. As well as a range of coffees, there's the Japanese Ice Brew. Outpost features simple aesthetic, wooden benches, menus served on brown...
  
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• BenIreland published Rise in anti-social behaviour reports after new Framework...

  12-09-2016 17:39
  
  'Screaming', 'shouting' and 'swearing' from young people outside a new homeless hostel has led to a rise in calls to the police from concerned local residents.People living near to the Lady Bay hostel, which has space for 14 young people and has staff on site at all times, have said the noise is keeping them awake all through the night.The hostel opened in Trent Boulevard, in July and is operated by homeless charity Framework, which looks after thousands of rough sleepers, as well as people with
  
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• BenIreland commented Rise in anti-social behaviour reports after new Framework...

  12-09-2016 17:39
  
  'Screaming', 'shouting' and 'swearing' from young people outside a new homeless hostel has led to a rise in calls to the police from concerned local residents.People living near to the Lady Bay hostel, which has space for 14 young people and has staff on site at all times, have said the noise is keeping them awake all through the night.The hostel opened in Trent Boulevard, in July and is operated by homeless charity Framework, which looks after thousands of rough sleepers, as well as people with
  
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• BenIreland published Police investigation after report of men approaching girls in car...

  12-09-2016 17:25
  
  Police are investigating a 'suspicious incident' in which men are alleged to have approached a 12-year-old girl and her friend and asked them to get in a car.The incident was reported to have taken place in Rugby Road, near Greythorn Primary School in West Bridgford, at around 1pm on Sunday, September 11.Nottinghamshire Police confirmed they will be making visible patrols in the area and will speak to one of the young girls, neither of whom got in to the car, which is believed to be a silver...
  
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• JenniferScott published Broxtowe Labour chairman expelled from party for AWL links

  12-09-2016 17:23
  
  A local veteran of the Labour Party - who has been a member for more than 35 years - has vowed to fight for his place after being expelled from the political party.Pete Radcliff, of Beeston, has been the chairman of the Broxtowe Labour Group for the past six months, but a member of the movement for more than three decades.However, he discovered on Saturday that the National Executive Committee of the political party had thrown him out because of his links with the AWL (Alliance for Workers'...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Nominate women in business for top awards

  12-09-2016 16:55
  
  The careers of some of last year's Nottingham Post Women in Business Awards winners have gone from strength to strength after last year's competition – now the search is on to find this year's star performers. A1 Flue Systems director TJ Duncan-Moir took home the women in manufacturing award in 2015, after leading her company to continued growth and development.
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• Nottingham Post published Visitor assaulted nurse after he was told to 'stop making jokey...

  12-09-2016 16:32
  
  A drunk visitor shoved a nurse when told to stop making jokey comments to people awaiting treatment at the Queen's Medical Centre. It left Teon Bickley being detained by a security guard on a ward and ordered to pay £50 compensation to the staff nurse. Deputy District Judge Peter King told him: "People who work in the health service don't expect to be pushed and shoved and abused. "Try to keep out of trouble and take the help that has been offered," he added.Bickley, 25, of...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Visitor assaulted nurse after he was told to 'stop making jokey...

  12-09-2016 16:32
  
  A drunk visitor shoved a nurse when told to stop making jokey comments to people awaiting treatment at the Queen's Medical Centre. It left Teon Bickley being detained by a security guard on a ward and ordered to pay £50 compensation to the staff nurse. Deputy District Judge Peter King told him: "People who work in the health service don't expect to be pushed and shoved and abused. "Try to keep out of trouble and take the help that has been offered," he added.Bickley, 25, of...
  
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• MattDavies published 'Precocious talent' Tom Moores urged to sign a new contract with...

  12-09-2016 16:29
  
  'Precocious talent' Tom Moores has been urged to sign a new contract with Nottinghamshire by Paul Franks.The pair worked closely together in the second team until Moores was called up to the firsts to freshen up a struggling batting line-up in the County Championship.The 20-year-old wicket-keeper batsman made an immediate impact in the defeat at Yorkshire with 64 runs in total in a vibrant performance.Having also impressed on loan at Lancashire, the England under-19 international is sure to...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Good to see Oliver Burke start well for RB Leipzig after risky...

  12-09-2016 16:15
  
  Kenny Burns was thrilled to see former Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke start his RB Leipzig career in impressive fashion.It was great to see Oliver Burke make his debut for RB Leipzig in such spectacular style at the weekend. I'm really pleased for the young man, who set up the winning goal in the 89th minute after coming off the bench against Dortmund.For me, it was a huge gamble to leave Nottingham Forest for Germany. He's 19-years-old and moving to a country where he doesn't...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Good to see Oliver Burke start well for RB Leipzig after risky...

  12-09-2016 16:15
  
  Kenny Burns was thrilled to see former Nottingham Forest winger Oliver Burke start his RB Leipzig career in impressive fashion.It was great to see Oliver Burke make his debut for RB Leipzig in such spectacular style at the weekend. I'm really pleased for the young man, who set up the winning goal in the 89th minute after coming off the bench against Dortmund.For me, it was a huge gamble to leave Nottingham Forest for Germany. He's 19-years-old and moving to a country where he doesn't...
  
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• NatalieFahy published What is an Indian Summer?

  12-09-2016 16:14
  
  Why do we call it an Indian Summer when we have a heatwave in autumn?The term is first thought to have appeared in 1778, and was commonly used by North American Indians - native Americans - who lived on the eastern seaboard.Warm weather there was not uncommon and it is thought that the 'American Indians' took advantage of mild autumnal weather to hunt and forage later in the day to build up winter food stocks. Over the other side of the pond, long periods of high pressure would occasionally...
  
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• RachelGorman published Wetherspoon pubs introduce three new gourmet burgers to its menu...

  12-09-2016 16:11
  
  With 22 Wetherspoon pubs across Nottinghamshire, it won't be hard to find somewhere to sample the three new gourmet burgers added to the chain's autumn menu.The new additions mean there are now ten burgers for you to get your chops round at the bargain boozers - including a rather intriguingly named Rarebit Burger.
  via GIPHYRead more: New Nottingham pizza and dessert pop-up will stay open til 3am - but it's only around for 12 weeks The new gourmet offering is made up of a 6oz beef patty...
  
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• rsherdley published Bulwell yob threatened to set bailiff on fire over girlfriend's...

  12-09-2016 15:43
  
  A yob assaulted two bailiffs and made threats to set one on fire and take his eye out after they turned up at his girlfriend's home to settle a £400 debt.Ashley Marlow launched a scathing attack on the men when they arrived at Woodley Square in Bulwell on July 11.The court enforcement officers had explained to the couple they were going to take goods to discharge a £400 fine against Marlow's partner, Nottingham Crown Court heard on Monday."They made phone calls to friends and...
  
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• turnerturner published Looking after Notts' wildlife is second nature to Bob

  12-09-2016 15:29
  
  A warden who volunteers for Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust has been recognised for hisinspirational work at one of its nature reserves.Bob Elliott, who lives in Radcliffe-on-Trent, is part of the Skylarks Team atSkylarks Nature Reserve, in Rushcliffe, and is regularly involved with events at the reserve. The team carries out site improvements and conservation work at the reserve. However, Bob goes the extra mile and engages himself in events when visitors go to the reserve. "I have been...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottinghamshire release Sam Wood

  12-09-2016 15:25
  
  Nottinghamshire all-rounder Sam Wood has been released by the club.Wood has made 40 first team appearances since his debut in 2011, including nine white ball matches during the current campaign.The 23-year-old's most recent telling contribution was striking a decisive six in the final over victory over Lancashire Lightning, in the NatWest T20 Blast group stage fixture back in June."Sam showed a lot of promise when he was coming through our Academy but couldn't nail down a consistent place...
  
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• Girls face huge quality of life difference across England

  12-09-2016 15:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Girls growing up in parts of England have a much lower quality of life than others, according to analysis of official statistics.
  
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• JonPritchard published Amazing famous faces inked onto customers by local tattoo artist

  12-09-2016 15:16
  
  From Alfred Hitchcock to Audrey Hepburn – there's no famous face too far for tattoo artist Jacek Silk.The 30-year-old has recently moved to the region but is already making waves in the tattoo scene thanks to his incredible portraits of famous actors and characters.Mr Silk, who was a graphic designer before he took up tattooing in 2012, has already inked the likes of Lily Munster and Pulp Fiction's Mia Wallace onto his customers.Read more: 150-strong horse rider protest will bring traffic.
  
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• MattDavies published See all the highlights from Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest

  12-09-2016 14:58
  
  Nottingham Forest scored two brilliant goals as they drew 2-2 with Aston Villa on Sunday. It was goalless first half at Villa Park before the game came to life after the break. Summer signing Apostolos Vellios smashed a first time shot in from 25 yards to give Forest the lead in front of the Sky cameras. However, two goals in two minutes, from Ross McCormack and Rudy Gestede – two men with a track record of tormenting Forest – had put Villa into a 2-1 lead.
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• JonPritchard published Garage ram-raided in quad bike robbery

  12-09-2016 14:35
  
  Two quad bikes were stolen in a ram-raid robbery in Nottinghamshire.A garage was ram-raided by a white van on Sutton Lane in Elton on August 25, and police have now released images of men they would like to speak to in connection with the robbery.Read more: Blind mum and son say they're on tranquilisers after 'bubble blowing' court caseThe images show a man smashing a CCTV camera installed on the property.Neighbours reported seeing three men. Two of them were dressed in black and wearing...
  
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• JonPritchard published Cash and gold stolen in St Ann's burglary

  12-09-2016 14:22
  
  This CCTV footage shows a man police want to speak to in connection with a burglary which took place in broad daylight in St Ann's.Cash and gold jewellery was stolen from a property in Tulip Avenue at 2.20pm on August 18.Read more: Vandals torch sunshade being built in memory of BBC broadcasterThe video shows a man in a light grey jacket and blue jeans walking down the street. He appears to be white, of a large buildwith short grey hair.Anyone with information is asked to contact Nottinghamshire
  
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• DanRobinson published New owner for Nottingham's latest video game studio Sumo Digital

  12-09-2016 13:51
  
  Nottingham's newest video game studio has been sold – as its new owner pledged to help it become a "worldwide leader" in the industry.Sumo Digital, which is headquartered in Sheffield and opened its Castle Marine Retail Park office earlier this year, was previously owned by NorthEdge Capital, a private equity firm focused on the North of England.It has now sold the developer to private investment firm Perwyn, which will support Sumo as it works on titles such as Dead Island 2 and...
  
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• Bangladesh v England: Eoin Morgan & Alex Hales will not tour over security fears

  12-09-2016 13:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  England one-day captain Eoin Morgan and batsman Alex Hales choose not to tour Bangladesh in October because of security concerns.
  
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• Meet the man who's going to bring tourists to Nottinghamshire - Nottingham Post

  12-09-2016 13:41
  
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  Marketing Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, was officially formed on April 1. Its aim is to attract more visitors and inward investment to Nottinghamshire, helping to boost economic growth and job creation. Meet the man who's going to bring tourists to ...and more »
  
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• BenIreland published Residents urged to vote for Gedling Country Park to be one of top...

  12-09-2016 13:41
  
  Residents are being urged to vote for a Nottinghamshire country park to be named as one of the top ten green spaces in the UK.Gedling Country Park opened in March 2015 on the former Gedling Colliery site, after a £1.25m investment, and boasts 240 acres of open space, footpaths and wildlife.There are also plans afoot to open a visitor's centre celebrating the mining history of Gedling, after proposals were given the green light last month.The park also hosts regular Parkrun events and has..
  
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• NottmPostEG published ​Jacqueline Wilson super fans can see their hero at Playhouse

  12-09-2016 13:34
  
  Jacqueline Wilson super fans can ask their hero questions when she comes to Nottingham Playhouse in October.For all you fans of Tracy Beaker, Hetty Feather, Emerald Star or Lola Rose, you are in luck, as the hugely popular creator behind all of the much loved characters is coming to Nottingham.Jacqueline Wilson has long been a staple of children's literature with over 100 books to her name and next month she will be launching her brand new novel, Clover Moon, with a special fan event at...
  
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• karenantcliff published This is how one Nottingham couple chose their ideal home - and...

  12-09-2016 13:34
  
  Beautifully finished and with a contemporary internal design scheme, this five-bedroom Edwalton home has appeal on all fronts. Like many house hunters, the most important consideration for David and Christine when looking for their new home was location. Twelve years on, the now owners of this house in Melton Road, Edwalton know that their initial impressions of this location were spot on. "The property was tucked away, up a private drive, in a very quiet position,"...
  
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