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• stewartthorpe published Nottingham Post Environmental Awards 2016: And the winners are...

  20-10-2016 23:45
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• TomNorton published Fire crews rush to house blaze in Arnold

  20-10-2016 23:36
  
  Firefighters were called out to a house fire in Arnold on Thursday evening.The fire broke out in the bathroom of a two-floor detached house in Larwood Grove. Read more: Why are firefighters going into the sewers in Old Market Square?The incident was reported to the emergency services at around 6.15pmCrews from Arnold, Stockhill and London Road attended the incident. A hose reel, jet and ventilation fan were used to extinguish the fire. A salvage operation was also carried out.
  
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• RachelGorman published Who was fired from The Apprentice? Did Frances Bishop survive the...

  20-10-2016 23:01
  
  The sweet taste of success has once again eluded Nottingham Apprentice hopeful Frances Bishop but our girl from West Bridgford is remaining upbeat (even after losing one of her favourite fellow contestants to the firing range)."Three loses on the trot? I'm like, 'Oh Fran,'" says the 25-year-old of tonight's episode in which the two groups – now mixed-up groups - were tasked by Lord Alan Sugar with making and selling some sweets at the Brighton seaside.But despite the hat-trick of...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Court hears how 'frenzied attack' left woman so injured...

  20-10-2016 22:33
  
  A woman was left so badly injured in a "frenzied attack" that paramedics could not tell if she was a man or a woman, jurors in Nottingham have heard.Christopher Magee stamped on her face, hit her with an iron, slashed her with a knife and poured bleach over her.The jury at Nottingham Crown Court heard that Magee, who has admitted attempted murder, did not stop there. After being arrested for the attack and remanded into custody, the 31-year-old, formerly of Keyhaven Close, Chaddesden,...
  
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• TomNorton published The £600m hole in Nottinghamshire's health services

  20-10-2016 21:43
  
  More than half a billion pounds of savings are expected to be made by Nottinghamshire's health and social care over the next five years, as part of a "significant" plan that will change how services are provided locally. Nottingham's hospitals, local authorities, mental health services, commissioning groups, the ambulance service and other healthcare providers are working together to plug an estimated gap of around £600 million.The estimated £600 million gap is the...
  
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• TomNorton commented The £600m hole in Nottinghamshire's health services

  20-10-2016 21:43
  
  More than half a billion pounds of savings are expected to be made by Nottinghamshire's health and social care over the next five years, as part of a "significant" plan that will change how services are provided locally. Nottingham's hospitals, local authorities, mental health services, commissioning groups, the ambulance service and other healthcare providers are working together to plug an estimated gap of around £600 million.The estimated £600 million gap is the...
  
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• TomNorton commented Around £600 million health and care savings to be made in...

  20-10-2016 21:43
  
  More than half a billion pounds of savings are expected to be made by Nottinghamshire's health and social care over the next five years, as part of a "significant" plan that will change how services are provided locally. Nottingham's hospitals, local authorities, mental health services, commissioning groups, the ambulance service and other healthcare providers are working together to plug an estimated gap of around £600 million.The estimated £600 million gap is the...
  
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• MattDavies published 'I still want to play for England', says Sam Wood as he refocuses...

  20-10-2016 21:41
  
  It is hard to imagine any child who joins the Nottinghamshire Academy does not dream of playing for England.Perhaps in the naivety of youth they fully believe they will as they walk out at Lord's to represent their country.That is what happened to Notts seamer Jake Ball this year as he made his Test debut at the home of cricket before securing a place on the tour to Bangladesh.But what happens when the story goes the other way and you are released from the staff at Trent Bridge?That was the...
  
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• MattDavies commented 'I still want to play for England', says Sam Wood as he refocuses...

  20-10-2016 21:41
  
  It is hard to imagine any child who joins the Nottinghamshire Academy does not dream of playing for England.Perhaps in the naivety of youth they fully believe they will as they walk out at Lord's to represent their country.That is what happened to Notts seamer Jake Ball this year as he made his Test debut at the home of cricket before securing a place on the tour to Bangladesh.But what happens when the story goes the other way and you are released from the staff at Trent Bridge?That was the...
  
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• Help find Jeremy the 'lefty' snail a mate

  20-10-2016 20:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A rare garden snail with an anticlockwise shell has been discovered in London, but he must mate with similar.
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Nottingham Forest hope David Vaughan and Mustapha Carayol will be...

  20-10-2016 20:14
  
  Nottingham Forest host Cardiff City on Saturday looking to put a miserable evening at Blackburn Rovers behind them. Sarah Clapson has the latest team news and looks ahead to the game.Team news The injury curse struck once again on Tuesday night. Just when Nottingham Forest should have been buoyed by the return of Britt Assombalonga, midfielders David Vaughan and Mustapha Carayol limped off down the touchline against Blackburn Rovers.The duo however, do have a chance of being fit to face Cardiff.
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Nottingham Forest hope David Vaughan and Mustapha Carayol will be...

  20-10-2016 20:14
  
  Nottingham Forest host Cardiff City on Saturday looking to put a miserable evening at Blackburn Rovers behind them. Sarah Clapson has the latest team news and looks ahead to the game.Team news The injury curse struck once again on Tuesday night. Just when Nottingham Forest should have been buoyed by the return of Britt Assombalonga, midfielders David Vaughan and Mustapha Carayol limped off down the touchline against Blackburn Rovers.The duo however, do have a chance of being fit to face Cardiff.
  
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• Corey Neilson: Nottingham Panthers coach says Europe trip great for squad bonding

  20-10-2016 20:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottingham Panthers coach Corey Neilson says this weekend's Continental Cup in Spain will be great for team bonding.
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Portsmouth v Notts County: Match in focus

  20-10-2016 20:00
  
  The big question ahead of Notts County's League Two clash at Portsmouth is whether top scorer Jon Stead will be fit to play or not. Here, the Post's Leigh Curtis looks ahead to the match.Team newsNotts County will be withouttop scorer Jon Stead, who has lost his raceagainst time to prove his fitness for the trip to Portsmouth.The former Huddersfield Town forward fell awkwardly during last weekend's 1-1 draw with Crewe and was substituted at half-time.Sheridan confirmed after the game it was...
  
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• zararubin published Ilkeston Fair is back in town

  20-10-2016 19:11
  
  The Ilkeston Charter Fair is officially underway, as the ceremonial opening was held today, October 20.The fair takes place every October and is one of the oldest and largest street fairs in Europe, now in its 764th year. The Mayor of Erewash, Councillor Abbey Stevenson, 'rang the bell' to open the ceremony where there was also a reading of the original 1252 Charter in front of Ilkeston Town Hall. Crowds of visitors joined in with the celebrations to welcome the fair. Read more: Poor weather...
  
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• Tresidder published Poor weather affects Boots' sales

  20-10-2016 18:44
  
  Poor weather in June dampened sales in Boots stores which were down in the three months to the end of August. Although sales recovered in July and August, they fell 0.8 percent compared to the same period last year. Nevertheless, comparable pharmacy sales were up 0.6 percent. The retail pharmacy international division largely made up of 2,500 Boots stores in the UK but also other countries, saw sales decrease nearly 11 per cent in the final quarter to $3billion (£2.45 billion) blamed...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published John Sheridan demands Notts County stop conceding soft goals

  20-10-2016 18:39
  
  Notts County drew 1-1 with Crewe last weekend and travel to Portsmouth on Saturday looking to get back to winning ways, with boss John Sheridan saying the team have to stop the soft goals.It was only seven months ago that Mark Cooper took Notts County to Portsmouth hoping to usher in a new era at Meadow Lane.But 90 minutes after his first game in charge, a 4-0 defeat, he was dissecting a performance that followed a familiar narrative of self-implosion .There was nothing Cooper could have done as
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Off-field issues are not behind poor performances, says...

  20-10-2016 18:38
  
  It is easy to forget there is a football match taking place on Saturday. Once again at Nottingham Forest, much of the talk has been about off-field matters. Takeover rumours, accusations concerning chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi, stories of late payment of wages… It has been another week where tales of what is allegedly going on behind the scenes have dominated the headlines and discussions among fans. Not so in the dressing room, according to skipper Chris Cohen. The Reds stalwart...
  
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• JHLewis published Locals challenge latest Nottinghamshire post office shake-up

  20-10-2016 18:17
  
  The last phase of the Post Office Local programme is being conducted in the Nottingham area, with one branch set to transfer to a shop next month and two others in line for a switch to nearby retail premises. Greater convenience or poorer service? It depends which side of the counter you stand. And on the customer side, questions are being asked... Is a cut-price off-licence the right home for postal services? How will technophobe elderly customers cope if services are reduced at smaller...
  
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Panthers coach Corey Neilson expects 'suspect'...

  20-10-2016 18:00
  
  Corey Neilson says Nottingham Panthers must adapt to "suspect" refereeing when they play in the Continental Cup this weekend.Panthers play Spanish hosts Jaca on Friday night, before facing Istanbul on Saturday and Latvians Liepaja on Sunday in the second round.Neilson is well aware that British clubs – and the national team – have seen games impacted on by officiating in recent years.While the head coach is not questioning the integrity of officials, he says continental...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented Why Fawaz Al Hasawi does not want to sell Nottingham Forest lock,...

  20-10-2016 17:42
  
  Fawaz Al Hasawi does not "want to be mocked" in Kuwait for not being a success at Nottingham Forest which is why he is struggling to relinquish full control of the club.That is according to an associate of the Reds owner, who is under fire following a series of extraordinary allegations by the Guardian newspaper.It is claimed Al Hasawi is demanding a huge salary and bonuses as part of any takeover deal for the club which is currently being pursued by American mogul John Jay Moores.The...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Pregnant teen spared custody for shoplifting at New Look

  20-10-2016 17:24
  
  A pregnant teenager was left risking custody after stealing clothes from a city store - her 31st crime. Amy Johnson, 19, was already on probation at the time she was caught by security staff at New Look on Lister Gate, magistrates heard.They imposed a 14-day custodial sentence, suspended for a year, on Johnson, of Francis Street, Nottingham. She admitted theft of clothing worth £150 on October 3.Read more: Masked man punched store owner in attempted robberyRobert Hardy-McBride, mitigating,
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Pregnant teen spared custody for shoplifting at New Look

  20-10-2016 17:24
  
  A pregnant teenager was left risking custody after stealing clothes from a city store - her 31st crime. Amy Johnson, 19, was already on probation at the time she was caught by security staff at New Look on Lister Gate, magistrates heard.They imposed a 14-day custodial sentence, suspended for a year, on Johnson, of Francis Street, Nottingham. She admitted theft of clothing worth £150 on October 3.Read more: Masked man punched store owner in attempted robberyRobert Hardy-McBride, mitigating,
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Notts County top scorer Jon Stead set for scan on injured ankle...

  20-10-2016 17:21
  
  Notts County have been dealt a blow before their trip to high-flying Portsmouth after Jon Stead was ruled out of the trip to Fratton Park.The top scorer is nursing an ankle injury sustained in last weekend's draw with Crewe, with Magpies boss John Sheridan confirming the forward needs a scan.Stead has been in exceptional form this season scoring nine goals which was enough to secure him the player of the month award for September.Read more: Tootle at a loss over home formJon Stead is out of the.
  
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• Chris Cohen: Nottingham Forest form not down to off-field issues

  20-10-2016 17:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nottingham Forest captain Chris Cohen says off-field issues at the City Ground are no excuse for their poor form.
  
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• Nottingham Forest's Chris Cohen refuses to blame off-field issues for poor form

  20-10-2016 17:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Chris Cohen says issues with late payments and bonuses have been ongoing at Nottingham Forest and should not be used as an excuse for poor form.
  
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• McDonald's Nottingham manager who 'exposed woman's buttocks when he yanked down her trousers' jailed - The Sun

  20-10-2016 17:00
  
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  A MCDONALD'S manager who pulled down a woman's trousers in front of customers has been jailed. Stuart Hubbard said it was done “for a joke” while he was in charge of the Nottingham branch of the fast food giant. A McDonald's manager who pulled down ...and more »
  
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• zararubin published ​Couple return to Basford church for 60th wedding anniversary

  20-10-2016 16:50
  
  Sixty years after June and Peter Smart wed in Basford, they travelled more than 300 miles to celebrate their special day at the church where they met – and were married. Both 'committed Christians', June and Peter met at a church meeting at Queensberry Street Baptist in March 1954. Four months later, they announced their engagement in the Nottingham Evening Post. "I was given a three diamond crossover 18 carat gold ring, costing 16 guineas," said June, now 78. The couple...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published 'No chance of Nottingham Forest players going on a revolt' over...

  20-10-2016 16:39
  
  Nottingham Forest captain Chris Cohen confirmed there has been a "small issue" over the payment of players' wages, but insisted there was never any suggestion of going on strike. An article in The Guardian claimed some members of the Reds squad discussed not training out of protest, after they were not paid on time during the last international break. Cohen insisted the problem is in the process of being resolved and had not had an effect on the players. Asked if there had been...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented 'No chance of Nottingham Forest players going on a revolt' over...

  20-10-2016 16:39
  
  Nottingham Forest captain Chris Cohen confirmed there has been a "small issue" over the payment of players' wages, but insisted there was never any suggestion of going on strike. An article in The Guardian claimed some members of the Reds squad discussed not training out of protest, after they were not paid on time during the last international break. Cohen insisted the problem is in the process of being resolved and had not had an effect on the players. Asked if there had been...
  
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• JonPritchard published Booze stolen as thieves hit Co-op for the fourth time in a month

  20-10-2016 16:33
  
  Cigarettes and alcohol have been stolen from a convenience store in Kimberley – the fourth time thieves have struck since the shop opened just over a month ago.The Co-op store in Maws Lane, Kimberley, has now been repeatedly broken into between September 22 and October 18.An attempted break-in took place on September 22, just days after it opened, but the burglars left empty-handed.Then, during two raids within 24 hours, cigarettes were stolen between 10pm on October 8 and 6am on October..
  
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• JonPritchard published Masked man punched store owner in attempted robbery

  20-10-2016 16:23
  
  A masked man jumped onto a till and demanded money in an attempted robbery at a Post Office.The man punched the owner of the store in the arm as he tried to escape, and police are now hoping to track him down.Read more: School CCTV camera leaves resident 'living in a goldfish bowl'The attempted robbery happened at Sunnyside Post Office, in Sunnyside Road, Chilwell, at around 7.45pm on Monday, October 3.The man is described as being of large, stocky and athletic build and about 6ft tall.He was...
  
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• RachelGorman commented What time is The Apprentice on TV tonight? 'Prepare for the...

  20-10-2016 15:50
  
  The Apprentice is back on the BBC this evening and Nottingham contestant Frances Bishop says it is the funniest episode so far.The 25-year-old, who owns Newark-based boutique Pud!, has avoided the firing line for the past two weeks but will her luck hold out tonight?What will tonight's task be?After a disappointing loss for both teams last week, Lord Sugar decides it's time to mix up the boys and girls.Failure is not an option this week, and so the big boss man has decided to appoint the two...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Plans to build 14 new flats given go ahead

  20-10-2016 15:42
  
  Councillors have lost a fight to stop an Ilkeston mill becoming 14 flats - leaving a £6,000 legal bill to come out of public coffers. They refused planning permission for the conversion of the Wood Street building, saying it would force neighbours to park well away from their homes. The matter went to an appeal which was decided by a government-appointed inspector. He visited the area and took written statements from the applicant and Erewash Borough Council. Planning officers had...
  
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• JoeCadman published Nottingham Waitrose stores avoid free coffee axe

  20-10-2016 15:37
  
  Waitrose is changing its free takeaway tea and coffee scheme - but Nottingham shoppers can still get the service without spending a penny.The luxury supermarket has altered its popular loyalty card scheme that entitled customers to a free takeaway tea or coffee. Now customers in eight of the upmarket chain's stores will have to show a proof of purchase before receiving their free hot drink.Read More: £5m private jet lands at East Midlands AirportStores trialling the changes are located in.
  
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• EllieCullen published Couple launches petition over plans to fine rough sleepers in...

  20-10-2016 15:27
  
  A couple has launched a petition opposing plans to fine rough sleepers in West Bridgford - saying it 'victimises society's most vulnerable'.Rushcliffe Borough Council says rough sleepers are "causing a nuisance" in the area, and is proposing to issue £100 fixed penalty notices 'as a last resort'.Kevin and Paula Sanders, of Clifton, say they were shocked to read the news, and immediately decided to take action with the petition.Kevin, 29, said: "When we came across the story...
  
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• EllieCullen commented Couple launches petition over plans to fine rough sleepers in...

  20-10-2016 15:27
  
  A couple has launched a petition opposing plans to fine rough sleepers in West Bridgford - saying it 'victimises society's most vulnerable'.Rushcliffe Borough Council says rough sleepers are "causing a nuisance" in the area, and is proposing to issue £100 fixed penalty notices 'as a last resort'.Kevin and Paula Sanders, of Clifton, say they were shocked to read the news, and immediately decided to take action with the petition.Kevin, 29, said: "When we came across the story...
  
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• NatalieFahy published Deliveroo is looking for scooter drivers and cyclists in...

  20-10-2016 15:23
  
  Food delivery service Deliveroo is looking for scooter drivers in Nottingham.The company - which delivers food from some of the city's most popular restaurants - says drivers could earn up to £2,750 a month.Drivers will be self-employed and free to work hours that suit them in a certain area.They will also not deal with any cash, except tips, the advert says, and could earn up to £16 an hour.Read more: £5m private jet lands at East Midlands AirportThe advert reads: "Our...
  
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• rsherdley published Defendant cried as he was cleared of sexual assault in Lenton

  20-10-2016 15:14
  
  A man wept as he was cleared by a jury at Nottingham Crown Court of sexually assaulting a woman.The jury took about half an hour to decide Sean Bowers, 36, of Penn Avenue, Lenton, was not guilty of the allegation.He began crying as the jury foreman read out the "not guilty" verdict and held his head in his hands in his seat in the dock.Read more: Nine-year-old girl injured after being shot at with BB gunBowers was said by the prosecution to have pinned down the victim, who cannot be...
  
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• LynetteP published When is Black Friday 2016?

  20-10-2016 15:13
  
  Black Friday, the annual pre-Christmas shopping frenzy with bargains galore, will be happening once again in Nottingham in a few weeks time. The American shopping tradition, which takes place the day after Thanksgiving, will fall on November 25 this year. Last year UK shoppers spent a record £1.1 billion.What is Black Friday?It's the day to grab yourself an American-style deal. High street retailers open early (sometimes 5am or 6am) to tempt shoppers with special promotions and...
  
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• Prince Harry to visit Nottingham - Nottingham Post

  20-10-2016 15:01
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  Kensington Palace announced the news in a tweet, saying the young royal would be in the city on Wednesday October 26. His visit will focus on 'youth and communities', the Palace said. The Prince will formally open Nottinghamshire Police's new station ...
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• MattDavies published Nottingham Panthers aim to make 'big statement' by lifting...

  20-10-2016 15:00
  
  Corey Neilson has set his sights on Nottingham Panthers lifting the Continental Cup as they prepare for their first games in this season's competition.Panthers go to Spain for a trio of second round matches as they look to secure their place in the next phase in Denmark next month.Head coach Neilson believes winning the entire competition would be a landmark moment not just for the club, but the sport in this country."We're very much looking forward to it. I don't believe a British team has...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham bra business hopes to do big business in China

  20-10-2016 14:55
  
  The owner of a Nottingham underwear brand is set to boost the business's assets with a trip to China.Caroline Jackson will take Little Women, based in Glade Business Park, Bulwell, overseas as part of an independent trade mission organised by business support group Enterprise Nation.The online lingerie firm, which caters for women whose bra size is less than a B cup, currently makes 85 percent of its custom from the UK, with 13 percent from North America and two percent from the rest of the...
  
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• The best gin in Britain is made in Nottinghamshire - Nottingham Post

  20-10-2016 14:51
  
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  Wayne Asher (centre) with Bill Owens, president of the American Distilling Institute and David T. Smith, founder of Craft Distilling Expo and chairman of the judging panel. The best gin in Britain is made in Nottinghamshire. X. Share Tweet Share Pin It ...
  
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• LynetteP published The best gin in Britain is made in Nottinghamshire

  20-10-2016 14:30
  
  A former plumber who set up Nottinghamshire's first gin distillery in 150 years has won a top award.Wayne Asher only launched Redsmith London Dry Gin in May this year but walked away with the title Classic Gin of the Year at the Craft Distilling Expo. Just over 50 gins from countries across Europe including France, Germany, Sweden and Austria, were put to the test by high profile judges at the fourth annual event in London. They described Wayne's gin as "gin as it should be" and...
  
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• BREAKING: Prince Harry to visit Nottingham next week - Notts TV

  20-10-2016 14:27
  
  BREAKING: Prince Harry to visit Nottingham next week
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  Prince Harry is making an official visit to Nottingham next week for a day focused on youth and local communities. Kensington Palace has announced the Prince will be in town next Wednesday, October 26, opening Nottingham's new police station at Byron ...
  
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• zararubin published Prince Harry to visit Nottingham

  20-10-2016 14:26
  
  Prince Harry will visit Nottingham next week for the fifth time in three years. Kensington Palace announced the news in a tweet, saying the young royal would be in the city on Wednesday October 26. His visit will focus on 'youth and communities', the Palace said.The Prince will formally open Nottinghamshire Police's new station, and will tour the building, meeting neighbourhood policing and city council teams, as well as police cadets.His next stop will be the National Ice Centre, where he...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Plans for new speed humps revealed

  20-10-2016 14:23
  
  Plans for a £40,000 traffic calming scheme on a road that has seen three children injured in three collisions in recent years have moved a step forward.Proposals for three raised flat-topped speed humps along Nabbs Lane, Hucknall, were revealed in a report to Nottinghamshire County Council's transport and highways committee – which met on Thursday.They come after three reported collisions involving children on the road, between Watnall Road and Strathmore Close, between January 2013.
  
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• Nottingham tram work led to £3.5m in 'financial assistance' - BBC News

  20-10-2016 13:51
  
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  Nottingham tram work led to £3.5m in 'financial assistance'
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  Businesses affected by the construction of Nottingham's expanded tram network received about £3.5m from two local authorities, it has been revealed. A county council report said 128 traders received "financial assistance" during building work from 2013 ...
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• Nottingham tram work led to £3.5m in 'financial assistance'

  20-10-2016 13:51 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Businesses affected by the construction of a city's expanded tram network received about £3.5m in financial assistance, a council report reveals.
  
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