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• FA Cup: Alfreton upset Gateshead to earn home tie against Newport County

  19-10-2016 23:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Alfreton earn a home tie against Newport County in the first round of the FA Cup after a 3-2 replay win at Gateshead.
  
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• JamesPallatt commented Fawaz Al Hasawi issues statement over 'inaccurate' report on...

  19-10-2016 23:12
  
  Nottingham Forest owner and chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi has tonight issued a statement insisting a report that says he has been asking potential buyers of the club for a huge salary and the same bonuses as players as part of any deal is "inaccurate".Al Hasawi was responding to an article published tonight by the Guardian in which it said the Kuwaiti was proposing terms to interested parties whereby, retaining a 20 percent stake in the club, he would receive a salary of £480,000 a...
  
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• What's coming up at Nottingham Contemporary? - Nottingham Post

  19-10-2016 21:26
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  What's coming up at Nottingham Contemporary?
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  If you wanted a sign of Nottingham Contemporary's growing profile, consider the venue for its 2017-18 season launch: London, some people's idea of the arts capital of the world. In attendance, a dozen influential journalists, all national newspaper ...
  
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• JHLewis published What's coming up at Nottingham Contemporary?

  19-10-2016 20:40
  
  If you wanted a sign of Nottingham Contemporary's growing profile, consider the venue for its 2017-18 season launch: London, some people's idea of the arts capital of the world.In attendance, a dozen influential journalists, all national newspaper arts writers or contributors to specialist arts magazines and websites.The message was that Nottingham Contemporary is an international player and is getting international coverage. And the response from London pundits is not condescension to the...
  
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• JHLewis commented What's coming up at Nottingham Contemporary?

  19-10-2016 20:40
  
  If you wanted a sign of Nottingham Contemporary's growing profile, consider the venue for its 2017-18 season launch: London, some people's idea of the arts capital of the world.In attendance, a dozen influential journalists, all national newspaper arts writers or contributors to specialist arts magazines and websites.The message was that Nottingham Contemporary is an international player and is getting international coverage. And the response from London pundits is not condescension to the...
  
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• MattDavies commented Nottingham Forest fans want Fawaz Al Hasawi out as they call for...

  19-10-2016 20:32
  
  Nottingham Forest fans have called for protests against Fawaz Al Hasawi and demanded he sever all ties with the club. Supporters are livid over an article in the Guardian which levels an extraordinary series of allegations against the Reds owner, when it comes to his plans to sell a majority stake in the club. The national paper says Al Hasawi has demanded an annual salary of £480,000, rising to £1.08m if they are promoted to the Premier League as part of negotiations, as well as...
  
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• Overgrown Nottingham garden owner fined and given 'advice' from judge - Nottingham Post

  19-10-2016 20:23
  
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  Overgrown Nottingham garden owner fined and given 'advice' from judge
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  A house owner got a £635 legal bill and advice from a judge on how to stop a garden getting overgrown in Wollaton. The message came after a court heard that trees and bushes leaned into public land on a street corner - and obscured part of a road sign.
  
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• Ben Brereton on target again for Nottingham Forest Under-23s - Nottingham Post

  19-10-2016 19:56
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  Ben Brereton on target again for Nottingham Forest Under-23s
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  Ben Brereton was on target again for Nottingham Forest Under-23s as they drew 1-1 with Birmingham City in their latest match. After scoring four goals for the Reds youngsters against QPR at Loftus Road, Brereton fired them 1-0 ahead against the Blues ...
  
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• DanRussell published Overgrown Nottingham garden owner fined and given 'advice' from...

  19-10-2016 19:51
  
  A house owner got a £635 legal bill and advice from a judge on how to stop a garden getting overgrown in Wollaton.The message came after a court heard that trees and bushes leaned into public land on a street corner - and obscured part of a road sign.Upul Dharmasena, 52, admitted failing to obey a council order to "maintain land in a manner that was not adverse to the adjoining area" in Crowborough Avenue, Wollaton.He was fined £100 but must also pay a government...
  
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• DanRussell commented Overgrown Nottingham garden owner fined and given 'advice' from...

  19-10-2016 19:51
  
  A house owner got a £635 legal bill and advice from a judge on how to stop a garden getting overgrown in Wollaton.The message came after a court heard that trees and bushes leaned into public land on a street corner - and obscured part of a road sign.Upul Dharmasena, 52, admitted failing to obey a council order to "maintain land in a manner that was not adverse to the adjoining area" in Crowborough Avenue, Wollaton.He was fined £100 but must also pay a government...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Ben Brereton on target again for Nottingham Forest Under-23s

  19-10-2016 19:37
  
  Ben Brereton was on target again for Nottingham Forest Under-23s as they drew 1-1 with Birmingham City in their latest match.After scoring four goals for the Reds youngsters against QPR at Loftus Road, Brereton fired them 1-0 ahead against the Blues midway through the first half.But Birmingham hit back to equalise just before half-time through Ronan Hale.Joe Worrall had a chance to score in the second half.Playing their first home match at Alfreton Town's Impact Arena, Brereton struck on 26...
  
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• MattDavies published Elise Christie says rivals fear her as she steps up pursuit of...

  19-10-2016 19:34
  
  Elise Christie says she is now feared by her rivals as she steps up her pursuit of a Winter Olympics speed skating medal. The multiple world and European medallist was infamously disqualified from all three short track disciplines at Sochi 2014. However, she will be 27 and at her peak at the next games in Pyeongchang. Christie, who trains at the National Ice Centre with the rest of the Great Britain team, knows it will be her best chance to achieve her dream. That brings pressure in...
  
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• GemmaToulson published Post Office could be moved to Bargain Booze

  19-10-2016 19:28
  
  Staplefordshoppers could soon be able to buy stamps at the same time as purchasing bottles of beer and wine after the Post Office revealed it was considering relocating the town's branch to a Bargain Booze store. A six week consultation period began this week, during which local residents can have their say on the proposals to relocate Stapleford Post Office from 11 Church Street to within the Bargain Booze store at 98 Derby Road. The Post office said it would operate a new...
  
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• Midwives can 'reduce anxieties' linked to flu jab - Nottingham Post

  19-10-2016 19:07
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  Midwives can 'reduce anxieties' linked to flu jab
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  Figures show that only 34.8 percent of pregnant women in Nottingham booked in for the free jab between September 2015 and January. Midwives can 'reduce anxieties' linked to flu jab. X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to paste in your message.
  
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• zararubin published Sports champion returns to old school for official opening of...

  19-10-2016 18:32
  
  Paralympic swimming champion James Crisp returned to his former school today to officially open its brand new £14m building.James attended Arnold Hill Academy between 1994 and 2001. While studying for his A levels at the school in 2000, he represented Great Britain at the Sydney Paralympics. He was invited back to officially open the school's new three storey building which boasts a four-court indoor sports hall, 380-person capacity theatre and recording studio.With 12 Paralympic medals to
  
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• rsherdley published Lenton man denies sex attack and assault on woman

  19-10-2016 18:31
  
  A man on trial for sexually assaulting a woman said the allegation was "preposterous" in his evidence today.Speaking to a jury at his trial, Sean Bowers, 36, of Penn Avenue, Lenton, denied the incident happened.He is said by the prosecution to have pinned the victim down and tried to remove a piece of clothing.Read more: Woman claimed man threatened to smash her head with golf clubBut Bowers insisted the alleged crime did not happen and told his barrister, Pree Brada, today: "No,...
  
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• DanRussell published Nottinghamshire Police detention officer assaulted handcuffed man...

  19-10-2016 18:30
  
  A detention officer from Nottinghamshire Police who assaulted a handcuffed man in custody has been given an 18-month conditional discharge after being found guilty.David Flint, 47, was found guilty of assault against the male prisoner in the custody suite at Mansfield Police Station on November 4,2015.The court was told that Flint was motivated as a result of the same prisoner spitting at him during a separate period of detention on a previous date.Read more: Framework sleep-out cancelled due to
  
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• Nottingham Post published Midwives can 'reduce anxieties' linked to flu jab

  19-10-2016 18:29
  
  Midwives in Nottingham have a part to play in reducing anxieties linked to the flu jab, a leading practitioner has said.It comes after the release of figures last week, which showed that only 34.8 percent of pregnant women in Nottingham booked in for the free jab between September 2015 and January.Experts say flu can cause serious complications for a pregnant woman and her baby, and Alison Atkinson, head of midwifery at Nottingham University Hospitals Trust (NUH), believes that midwives have a..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Are Nottingham Forest lacking confidence away from the City...

  19-10-2016 18:27
  
  Nottingham Forest legend Garry Birtles looks at the Reds' defeat at Blackburn Rovers in his latest Post column.I suspect Philippe Montanier was left scratching his head after the defeat at Blackburn Rovers.Having seen his side sweep Birmingham City aside 3-1 at the City Ground last Friday, a team that were going well in the Championship, he must have been confident they could win at Ewood Park against a side struggling towards the bottom of the table.It was virtually the same team that beat...
  
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• MattDavies commented Fawaz Al Hasawi accused of demanding huge wage and bonuses to...

  19-10-2016 18:21
  
  Nottingham Forest owner Fawaz Al Hasawi has been accused of demanding a six-figure annual salary and the same bonuses as the players, as part of any deal to sell a majority stake in the club.Those are just two in a series of extraordinary allegations made in the Guardian today.Al Hasawi is also accused of demanding an annual salary of £480,000, rising to £1.08m if they are promoted to the Premier League.There would also be a promotion bonus of £480,000 with a further payment if
  
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• zararubin published West Bridgford rough sleepers threatened with £100 fines

  19-10-2016 18:13
  
  People sleeping rough in two affluent parts of Nottinghamshire have been threatened with £100 fines for bringing down the quality of life in the area.Rushcliffe Borough Council says that rough sleepers have been "causing a nuisance", and as a result fixed penalty notices would be used as a last resort. If people fail to pay the initial £100, they could be prosecuted, with the maximum fine being £1,000.Rushcliffe is using powers introduced in 2014 – Public Spaces...
  
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• zararubin commented West Bridgford rough sleepers threatened with £100 fines

  19-10-2016 18:13
  
  People sleeping rough in two affluent parts of Nottinghamshire have been threatened with £100 fines for bringing down the quality of life in the area.Rushcliffe Borough Council says that rough sleepers have been "causing a nuisance", and as a result fixed penalty notices would be used as a last resort. If people fail to pay the initial £100, they could be prosecuted, with the maximum fine being £1,000.Rushcliffe is using powers introduced in 2014 – Public Spaces...
  
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• Nottingham Post published ISIS nightclub to be demolished and replaced with restaurants

  19-10-2016 18:03
  
  A former nightclub will be demolished and replaced with five new restaurants – after revised proposals for the development were granted planning permission.The former ISIS nightclub, on Redfield Way – near to the Showcase Cinema and the Dusk Till Dawn Casino – closed its doors in 2009 after a spate of violent incidents. Nottingham City Council's planning committee granted DLA Architecture Limited permission for six A3 units – meaning they can be used for restaurants or...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented ISIS nightclub to be demolished and replaced with restaurants

  19-10-2016 18:03
  
  A former nightclub will be demolished and replaced with five new restaurants – after revised proposals for the development were granted planning permission.The former ISIS nightclub, on Redfield Way – near to the Showcase Cinema and the Dusk Till Dawn Casino – closed its doors in 2009 after a spate of violent incidents. Nottingham City Council's planning committee granted DLA Architecture Limited permission for six A3 units – meaning they can be used for restaurants or...
  
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• Dessert cafe giant Kaspa's to open Nottingham branch soon but exact date is 'still a mystery' - Nottingham Post

  19-10-2016 17:47
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  Dessert cafe giant Kaspa's to open Nottingham branch soon but exact date is 'still a mystery'
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  The wait has been unbearable but the opening of Kaspa's - the king of desserts - in Nottingham, is edging closer. Work began earlier this year to convert the property in Maid Marian Way into every dessert lover's dream. There's no official opening date ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Church facing legal action over loud music and speech on Sundays

  19-10-2016 17:40
  
  Officers of a city church are facing legal action for allegedly failing to obey orders banning amplified music and speech on Sundays. The case was adjourned after the three named officials failed to attend the hearing at Nottingham Magistrates' Court on Wednesday.Read more: Framework sleep-out cancelled due to fears of sabotage by activists The matter relates to The Church of Pentecost on Ilkeston Road, Nottingham and covers two Sundays in March, two in April and three in May. Nottingham City...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Church facing legal action over loud music and speech on Sundays

  19-10-2016 17:40
  
  Officers of a city church are facing legal action for allegedly failing to obey orders banning amplified music and speech on Sundays. The case was adjourned after the three named officials failed to attend the hearing at Nottingham Magistrates' Court on Wednesday.Read more: Framework sleep-out cancelled due to fears of sabotage by activists The matter relates to The Church of Pentecost on Ilkeston Road, Nottingham and covers two Sundays in March, two in April and three in May. Nottingham City...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented 'No point' Philippe Montanier worrying about job as Fawaz Al...

  19-10-2016 17:30
  
  In his latest Post column, former Nottingham Forest striker Garry Birtles insists Philippe Montanier must remain focused on his job despite the uncertainty created by Fawaz Al Hasawi trying to sell the club.There is no point Philippe Montanier worrying about his job while Fawaz Al Hasawi tries to strike a deal to sell Nottingham Forest to John Jay Moores.He just has to get on with the task in front of him, which is trying to lead the Reds up the Championship table.Whenever there is talk about a.
  
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• LynetteP published Dessert cafe giant Kaspa's to open Nottingham branch soon but...

  19-10-2016 17:30
  
  The wait has been unbearable but the opening of Kaspa's - the king of desserts - in Nottingham, is edging closer.Work began earlier this year to convert the property in Maid Marian Way into every dessert lover's dream. There's no official opening date and there's still a heavy presence of workmen in high-vis jackets but the trademark pink seating booths have been delivered, the counter is in place and there's a sign in the window advertising for full and part time staff. The owners of the...
  
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• DanRussell published Smoker fined more than £350 for dropping cigarette

  19-10-2016 17:25
  
  A smoker was given a £366 bill for dropping a cigarette end and leaving it on a Nottingham street.Jemma Scott, 30, failed to appear in court and was found guilty in her absence of committing the offence on Stanstead Avenue on March 30.Richard Bines, for Nottingham City Council, said that a community protection officer saw her drop the cigarette near a primary school at 9am. A few minutes later she walked off.Read more: Framework sleep-out cancelled due to fears of sabotage by...
  
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• rsherdley published Bungling burglar caught after he nodded off in car he'd stolen

  19-10-2016 17:22
  
  Bungling burglars were caught when one nodded off in a stolen car and his co-defendant was caught on a speed camera.A member of the public called police when he spotted one of the crooks, Jake Cumberpatch, sleeping in a Suzuki Swift at 10am, the day after the burglary.Police arrested him and co-accused Steven Sunderland, 26, of Wilkins Gardens, Clifton,after he was recorded speeding in the second stolen car, a Skoda Fabia, on the A453.The pair were sentenced to six-and-half years between them...
  
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• What is the Global Village Market in Nottingham's Old Market Square? - Nottingham Post

  19-10-2016 17:08
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  What is the Global Village Market in Nottingham's Old Market Square?
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  Nottingham is going global this October as the Global Village Market returns to the city. Didn't see it the last time it was here? Here's all you need to know. SHARE PICTURE. Copy link to paste in your message. What is the Global Village Market?
  
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• Nottinghamshire rough sleepers threatened with fines

  19-10-2016 17:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A council threatens to fine rough sleepers £100 in an area known as Bread and Lard Island because of its large houses.
  
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• RachelGorman published Halloween 2016: Eleven amazing pumpkin designs that will inspire...

  19-10-2016 17:00
  
  It must have taken some serious muscle power to chop up Nottingham's giant pumpkin earlier this week - especially since the autumnal beast weighed the same as four baby elephants.The winter squash, which topped the scales at a whopping 57 stone, was transported to Nottingham via horsebox before being sliced and diced to feed the people at a community centre in Lenton.That's pumpkin carving at some industrial level we think you'll agree, so if you fancy trying something a little more delicate...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Philippe Montanier demands response from Nottingham Forest...

  19-10-2016 17:00
  
  Head coach Philippe Montanier says Nottingham Forest are 'hungry' to put right their lacklustre performance against Blackburn Rovers.The Frenchman expects a response from his players when they host Cardiff City on Saturday, admitting it will be difficult to play as poorly as they did in the first half at Ewood Park.The Reds gave themselves a mountain to climb on Tuesday night when they went behind to a Sam Gallagher goal in the 11th minute.Unable to get a grip on the game, they allowed Blackburn
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Philippe Montanier demands response from Nottingham Forest...

  19-10-2016 17:00
  
  Head coach Philippe Montanier says Nottingham Forest are 'hungry' to put right their lacklustre performance against Blackburn Rovers.The Frenchman expects a response from his players when they host Cardiff City on Saturday, admitting it will be difficult to play as poorly as they did in the first half at Ewood Park.The Reds gave themselves a mountain to climb on Tuesday night when they went behind to a Sam Gallagher goal in the 11th minute.Unable to get a grip on the game, they allowed Blackburn
  
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• NottmPostEG published What is the Global Village Market in Nottingham's Old Market...

  19-10-2016 16:50
  
  Nottingham is going global this October as the Global Village Market returns to the city. Didn't see it the last time it was here? Here's all you need to knowWhat is the Global Village Market?The award-winning market will create a buzz this month with over 50 international stalls bring authentic world foods, drinks and gifts to the Old Market Square.What sort of things will be sold?The Global Village Market will be serving up a selection of delicious food and drink from around the world from...
  
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• TomNorton published Plans to slow traffic where Hucknall 11-year-old was knocked down

  19-10-2016 16:36
  
  Safety measures could be introduced on a road where an 11-year-old boy was critically injured.Plans have been revealed to construct 'flat-topped' speed humps along Nabbs Lane in Hucknall, at a cost of £40,000 to Nottinghamshire County Council.The authority's Transport and Highways Committee will meet to discuss the plans on Thursday.Last year, nearby residents rushed to the aid of an 11-year-old boy who was injured following a collision with a car on Nabbs Lane. They lifted the vehicle...
  
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• TomNorton commented Plans to slow traffic where Hucknall 11-year-old was knocked down

  19-10-2016 16:36
  
  Safety measures could be introduced on a road where an 11-year-old boy was critically injured.Plans have been revealed to construct 'flat-topped' speed humps along Nabbs Lane in Hucknall, at a cost of £40,000 to Nottinghamshire County Council.The authority's Transport and Highways Committee will meet to discuss the plans on Thursday.Last year, nearby residents rushed to the aid of an 11-year-old boy who was injured following a collision with a car on Nabbs Lane. They lifted the vehicle...
  
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• LynetteP published Oysters, caves and a Charles Dickens cocktail at Nottingham's new...

  19-10-2016 16:20
  
  A 19th century tavern with a network of caves is to open at Nottingham's oldest hotel. The Curious Tavern will be a new £500,000 addition to the Mercure Hotel in Hockley which dates back nearly 200 years.
  With wooden beams, flagstone flooring and other original features the tavern will turn back the clock to another era.The project will transform the ground floor - which used to be vintage clothes store Cow before it moved over the road - the basement and ancient caves, which legend has it
  
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• Britt Assombalonga hopes Nottingham Forest injury woe is behind him - Nottingham Post

  19-10-2016 16:05
  
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  Britt Assombalonga hopes Nottingham Forest injury woe is behind him
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  Nottingham Forest striker Britt Assombalonga hopes his injury problems are behind him after making his comeback at Blackburn Rovers. But the front man admits he has learnt to take it easy, after the calf issue which has kept him sidelined for almost ...
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• Nottingham Post published Brad Friedel as Nottingham Forest director of football 'makes...

  19-10-2016 16:02
  
  Post columnist Garry Birtles says Nottingham Forest would be wise to appoint Brad Friedel as director of football following rumours the American is coming to the City Ground.Brad Friedel for director of football at Nottingham Forest? To me, it makes perfect sense.He knows the game inside out, he played it at the highest level, in the Premier League and at international level, so I think he could be really beneficial to the club, should potential new owner John Jay Moores bring him in if his...
  
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• Nottingham Forest top of the league when it comes to playing Barcelona - Nottingham Post

  19-10-2016 16:01
  
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  Manchester City play Barcelona tonight as Pep Guardiola goes back to the Camp Nou, where he produced one of the greatest teams in history. But who has the best record against the Catalans? Well, as it happens, Nottingham Forest do. As Manchester City ...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Britt Assombalonga hopes Nottingham Forest injury woe is behind...

  19-10-2016 16:00
  
  Nottingham Forest striker Britt Assombalonga hopes his injury problems are behind him after making his comeback at Blackburn Rovers.But the front man admits he has learnt to take it easy, after the calf issue which has kept him sidelined for almost two months.Assombalonga came on for the last 15 minutes of Tuesday night's 2-1 defeat at Blackburn Rovers – his first appearance since August.And though eager to get back to help the Reds out, he is wary of rushing into starting games, conceding
  
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• NottmPostEG published BBC Young Musician of the Year 2016 Sheku Kanneh-Mason on his...

  19-10-2016 15:56
  
  Nottingham schoolboy and BBC Young Musician of the Year 2016 Sheku Kanneh-Mason will make his Royal Concert Hall debut as part of the Sinfonia Viva NYE Gala Concert.The 17-year-old cellist from Mapperley Park is currently combining a hectic concert schedule with studying for A levels in Music, Maths and Physics at Trinity Catholic School and travelling weekly to London where he holds the ABRSM Junior Scholarship and studies with Ben Davies at the Junior Royal Academy of Music.On December 31, he.
  
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• zararubin published Woman does daring wing walk to raise money for local museum

  19-10-2016 15:43
  
  A Nottinghamshire woman has taken to the sky in a daring wing walk to raise money for the Framework Knitters Museum in Ruddington.Kathy Powis, chair of the friends of the museum, raised more than £3,000 for the museum's redevelopment and expansion appeal. Kathy, who is 64 years old, described the experience as "really amazing". She said: "I love planes anyway but this was something else entirely! The wind was incredibly strong and cold but it was just so exhilarating to be...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Nottingham Forest top of the league when it comes to playing...

  19-10-2016 15:38
  
  Manchester City play Barcelona tonight as Pep Guardiola goes back to the Camp Nou, where he produced one of the greatest teams in history. But who has the best record against the Catalans? Well, as it happens, Nottingham Forest do.As Manchester City go and duke it out with Barcelona tonight, how do English sides fare when taking on one of the most famed clubs in the world?Well, Nottingham Forest fans can feel particularly smug given they are the only side to remain unbeaten against the Catalan..
  
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• Nottingham Post published The Wells Road riots: We look back at a night of terror in 1958

  19-10-2016 15:27
  
  A Post reader has posed the question: Prior to the Notting Hill riots in 1958 there was trouble in the Wells Road the night before. Where on the present road did the riot take place? Andy Smart provides an answer. Armed men, black and white, roamed the streets of St Ann's on a night of terror in August 1958. Simmering tensions between opposing communities sparked into violence at a pub in the St Ann's Well Road area around closing time. Eyewitness accounts placed a racially mixed...
  
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• TomNorton commented Investigation into River Trent body continues

  19-10-2016 15:12
  
  Police are continuing their investigation after a body was found in the River Trent on Wednesday morning.Dog-walkers, runners and passers-by expressed their shock and upset when they discovered the police tape surrounding the Victoria Embankment. Officers were combing the area around the river, opposite the Victoria Embankment Paddling Pool and play park. It has not been confirmed whether the circumstances of the person's death are thought to be suspicious. The body has not yet been formally...
  
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• NottmPostEG published What is the Amazing Human Fruit Machine and why is it coming to...

  19-10-2016 15:06
  
  Play the Amazing Human Fruit Machine and win prizes at this latest art installation coming to Nottingham later this month.It is part of in the new exhibition by the British artist Alistair Frost at Backlit Gallery in Sneinton and players can gamble at a device where the fruit machine symbols are picked at random by unseen human operators. Winners don't walk away with a handful of coins but, among other prizes, artworks produced by Backlit studio artists.There are no images showing how it will...
  
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