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• Nottingham Post published It's time for Aaron Collins to be given Notts County start

  21-10-2016 23:25
  
  Notts County fan Jacob Daniel believes on-loan Aaron Collins merits a start for the Magpies against Portsmouth at Fratton Park.After another pretty frustrating afternoon for Notts County, pegged back to a 1-1 draw against Crewe Alexandra in a pretty uneventful Meadow Lane affair, it would be easy to look at the negatives once again.Conceding an equaliser within about 20 seconds of taking the lead was bad, as was the lack of attacking intent or intensity until the final stages of the game. But...
  
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• Nottingham Panthers cruise to Continental Cup victory in Spain - Nottingham Post

  21-10-2016 23:02
  
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  Nottingham Panthers cruise to Continental Cup victory in Spain
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  Nottingham Panthers began their assault on the Continental Cup in style, thrashing Spanish side Jaca 13-2 in Spain. Panthers head coach Corey Neilson made it clear his target is to win the European competition ahead of their opening match in the ...
  
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• TomNorton published Demand for action over travellers at Clifton Village

  21-10-2016 22:39
  
  Police say they are "utterly committed" to help the people of Clifton Village after a nearby school house was, allegedly, damaged by a group of travellers earlier this year.Clifton Village has repeatedly over the past six years been a target for groups of travellers with more than 60 calls made to police during that time. On Friday night, dozens of villagers met with police, councillors and Nottingham South MP Lilian Greenwood to discuss the presence of travellers and grievances over...
  
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• TomNorton commented Demand for action over travellers at Clifton Village

  21-10-2016 22:39
  
  Police say they are "utterly committed" to help the people of Clifton Village after a nearby school house was, allegedly, damaged by a group of travellers earlier this year.Clifton Village has repeatedly over the past six years been a target for groups of travellers with more than 60 calls made to police during that time. On Friday night, dozens of villagers met with police, councillors and Nottingham South MP Lilian Greenwood to discuss the presence of travellers and grievances over...
  
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• JamesPallatt published Nottingham Panthers cruise to Continental Cup victory in Spain

  21-10-2016 22:27
  
  Nottingham Panthers began their assault on the Continental Cup in style, thrashing Spanish side Jaca 13-2 in Spain.Panthers head coach Corey Neilson made it clear his target is to win the European competition ahead of their opening match in the tournament, insisting it would be a landmark moment not only for the club but for ice hockey in this country.And they were boosted by the return of Great Britain international defenceman Steve Lee from injury for their opening match in Group B.They fell..
  
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• Nottingham Post published Is Matt Green set to be Mansfield Town's super sub once again?

  21-10-2016 20:45
  
  Matt Green looks set to continue in his role as Mansfield Town's super sub.The striker has scored four goals in the Stags' last three games after coming off the subs' bench, firing them to victories against Port Vale in the Checkatrade Trophy and Notts County in League Two and rescuing a point against Wycombe Wanderers.And manager Adam Murray has hinted Green could be on the bench again against Luton Town, saying the player is enjoying making an impact as a sub."After the Grimsby game...
  
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• M1 roadworks on the way during 'smart motorway' work near Nottingham - Nottingham Post

  21-10-2016 20:39
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  M1 roadworks on the way during 'smart motorway' work near Nottingham
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  Plans to upgrade the M1 near Nottingham into a smart motorway with an extra lane which have been unveiled to the public today. The plans to improve the motorway between juctions 23a to Castle Donington and 25 to Derby/Nottingham involve transforming ...and more »
  
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• Nottingham Forest v Cardiff City - BBC Sport

  21-10-2016 20:23
  
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  Nottingham Forest v Cardiff City
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  Nottingham Forest midfielders David Vaughan and Mustapha Carayol are set to be fit despite coming off with injuries in the defeat at Blackburn Rovers. Hildeberto Pereira and Matt Mills are both suspended. Cardiff manager Neil Warnock is hoping to name ...
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• GemmaToulson published Man suffered serious injuries after collision

  21-10-2016 20:23
  
  A man suffered serious injuries after a collision in Sutton-in-Ashfield during the early hours of this morning.Police are appealing for witnesses after the collision, which has been described as "serious", involving a car and a lorry at the junction between Skegby Lane and Kings Mill Road East. The incident took place just before 2am on Friday, October 21.A man suffered serious injuries and is being treated at Queens Medical Centre in Nottingham.Read more: Man in serious condition...
  
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• DanRussell published Woman arrested in connection with historical child sex offences

  21-10-2016 20:18
  
  A woman has been arrested in connection with sexual offences dating back to the 1980s.The 59-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of one count of indecent assault and actual bodily harm, and two counts of indecency with a child.The offences relate to two victims, a boy and girl, and are alleged to have happened between 1984 and 1986 at Amberdale children's home in Stapleford.Read more: Prosecutions for sex offences up more than 50 per cent in Nottinghamshire this yearThe arrest was made as..
  
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• Nottingham Post published M1 roadworks on the way during 'smart motorway' work near...

  21-10-2016 20:09
  
  Plans to upgrade the M1 near Nottingham into a smart motorway with an extra lane which have been unveiled to the public today.The plans to improve the motorway between juctions 23a to Castle Donington and 25 to Derby/Nottingham involve transforming the hard shoulder to create an extra lane.Between junctions 24 and 25, the extra lane will be open permanently while, between 23a and 24, the hard shoulder will only be used when necessary. The work is planned to start early next year and should be...
  
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• Operation Equinox police arrest woman, 59

  21-10-2016 19:51 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A woman is arrested by police investigating historic child abuse in Nottinghamshire.
  
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• GemmaToulson published Hospital merger delay prompts key figures to step down

  21-10-2016 19:45
  
  Key figures in the proposed merger between Sherwood Forest Hospitals (SFH) NHS Foundation Trust and Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust have stepped down from their roles after the process was delayed until next year.Louise Scull and Peter Homa will step down from their role as chairman and chief executive at Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (SFH), returning full-time to their equivalent roles at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH), which runs the QMC and...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Hospital chief explains decision to step down

  21-10-2016 19:41
  
  Following the decision by key figures in the proposed merger between Sherwood Forest Hospitals (SFH) NHS Foundation Trust and Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust to step down, Peter Homa, chief executive of NUH spoke to the Post to explain his decision."I am sure today's news that we are stepping down from our roles as chairman and chief executive at Sherwood Forest Hospitals will cast doubt for many on what the future holds."I would like to reassure readers that NUH...
  
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• Nottingham Rugby 'looking forward to getting back on the horse' in British and Irish Cup - Nottingham Post

  21-10-2016 19:36
  Nottingham Rugby 'looking forward to getting back on the horse' in British and Irish Cup
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  Nottingham Rugby are searching for their first British and Irish Cup victory this weekend as they head to Dublin to face a robust Leinster 'A' side at Donnybrook Stadium on Saturday. Ian Costello's men have won just two games from their last seven ...and more »
  
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• MattDavies published From racking up runs to stacking shelves, former Notts all-rounde...

  21-10-2016 19:34
  
  When Adam Tillcock was released by Nottinghamshire last year he went from planning for holidays to working in Sainsbury's.Tillcock was a promising all-rounder but his only appearance for Notts came in a limited overs game against Bangladesh A in 2013.He made an unbeaten 97 off 70 balls, but that was as good as it got.The 23-year-old is now playing for Lincolnshire and studying sports psychology at Loughborough University as he looks to get on their MCCU programme.He admits working in a...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Season could go either way but Montanier can turn it around, says...

  21-10-2016 19:24
  
  It may only be October, but Chris Cohen admits this is "an important part of the season" for Nottingham Forest. Seventeenth in the Championship table, three points off the bottom three but only six points off the play-offs, the Reds skipper admits the campaign "could go either way". Determined not to be dragged into a relegation battle, Forest will be out to get back to the form they showed against Birmingham City when they host Cardiff City. While undoubtedly...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Season could go either way but Montanier can turn it around, says...

  21-10-2016 19:24
  
  It may only be October, but Chris Cohen admits this is "an important part of the season" for Nottingham Forest. Seventeenth in the Championship table, three points off the bottom three but only six points off the play-offs, the Reds skipper admits the campaign "could go either way". Determined not to be dragged into a relegation battle, Forest will be out to get back to the form they showed against Birmingham City when they host Cardiff City. While undoubtedly...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham Rugby 'looking forward to getting back on the horse'...

  21-10-2016 19:12
  
  Nottingham Rugby are searching for their first British and Irish Cup victory this weekend as they head to Dublin to face a robust Leinster 'A' side at Donnybrook Stadium on Saturday.Ian Costello's men have won just two games from their last seven fixtures, and enter the second round of the cup following a 33-11 defeat to Scarlets Premiership Select last weekend at The Bay, despite leading 11-8 at half-time.The season may not have begun in the way Costello would have wanted, but coach Neil Fowkes
  
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• zararubin published More people to 'Get Out Get Active' as programme goes live in the...

  21-10-2016 18:56
  
  Tuesday, October 25, marks the start of the Get Out Get Active (GOGA) programme in Nottingham.The three-year project has been developed to get some of the UK's least active people moving more. GOGA will concentrate on fun and inclusive activities and supporting disabled and non-disabled people who don't necessarily have regular access to sport and fitness activities. They are encouraged to enjoy being active together, improving not only their health, but happiness and mental wellbeing.Spirit of.
  
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• TomNorton published Massive biker convoy leads funeral cortege for Josh Boothman

  21-10-2016 18:53
  
  The smell of motor oil ran through the streets of Stapleford as a parade of bikers joined the funeral cortege for a 13-year-old who died last month.Josh Boothman, of Horace Avenue, Stapleford, was found in the River Erewash in September. His funeral was held on Friday and, in tribute, a procession of motorcycles led the cortege through the centre of the town. Josh was said to have been an avid motorcycling enthusiast and an invite was sent out to bikers across the country to take part in his...
  
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• TomNorton published Massive biker convoy joins funeral cortege for Josh Boothman

  21-10-2016 18:53
  
  The smell of motor oil ran through the streets of Stapleford as a parade of bikers joined the funeral cortege for a 13-year-old who died last month.Josh Boothman, of Horace Avenue, Stapleford, was found in the River Erewash in September. His funeral was held on Friday and, in tribute, a procession of motorcycles joined the cortege through the centre of the town. Josh was said to have been an avid motorcycling enthusiast and an invite was sent out to bikers across the country to take part in his.
  
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• Nottingham off-licence withdraws bid to sell booze until 6am - Nottingham Post

  21-10-2016 18:27
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  Nottingham off-licence withdraws bid to sell booze until 6am
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  An off-licence in Nottingham city centre has withdrawn its bid to serve alcohol until 6am. Uni Express, in Talbot Street, submitted an application to Nottingham City Council to sell booze until 5am Sunday to Thursday, and until 6am on Friday and Saturday.
  
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• zararubin published Miracle girl Tilly shortlisted for Pride of Britain award

  21-10-2016 18:24
  
  A miracle youngster who fell into a scalding bath has defied doctors by recovering – and has now been shortlisted for the Pride of Britain Child of Courage award.Tilly Sawford was given just a five per cent chance of survival after suffering 85 per cent burns when she was 15 months old. Her devastated parents Emma and Kyle, both 30, were told she would die five times as she was treated in intensive care for six months.Now aged nine, she has fought through over 500 operations and has been..
  
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• zararubin commented Miracle girl Tilly shortlisted for Pride of Britain award

  21-10-2016 18:24
  
  A miracle youngster who fell into a scalding bath has defied doctors by recovering – and has now been shortlisted for the Pride of Britain Child of Courage award.Tilly Sawford was given just a five per cent chance of survival after suffering 85 per cent burns when she was 15 months old. Her devastated parents Emma and Kyle, both 30, were told she would die five times as she was treated in intensive care for six months.Now aged nine, she has fought through over 500 operations and has been..
  
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• JonPritchard published Nottingham off-licence withdraws bid to sell booze until 6am

  21-10-2016 18:18
  
  An off-licence in Nottingham city centre has withdrawn its bid to serve alcohol until 6am.Uni Express, in Talbot Street, submitted an application to Nottingham City Council to sell booze until 5am Sunday to Thursday, and until 6am on Friday and Saturday.The applicant, Sheikh Abdul Assab, who runs the store, had asked councillors hearing the case at a licensing panel meeting on Friday to adjourn the meeting so he could reply properly to objections.Read more: Man in serious condition after crash..
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented I'm not worried about my situation, says Nottingham Forest head...

  21-10-2016 18:03
  
  Philippe Montanier says he is "not worried" by any speculation about his role as head coach at Nottingham Forest.With chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi confirming he is looking to sell the club, the spotlight has also turned on Montanier and what new owners would mean for the Frenchman.Results on the pitch have not helped matters, with the Reds having won just once in their last eight Championship games ahead of taking on Cardiff City tomorrow.But Montanier insists he is not concerned about any...
  
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• RachelGorman published What time is the Forest v Cardiff game on TV and where can I...

  21-10-2016 18:00
  
  Nottingham Forest will be looking to get back to their winning ways on Saturday afternoon after losing to Blackburn Rovers earlier in the week.Of course, it's not been all doom and gloom for the Reds of late especially after their home triumph against Birmingham and who knows with Philippe Montanier's return to the dug out tomorrow it may spell a fresh burst of good luck. So if you haven't got a ticket to cheer on our boys where can you watch it with a pint and a bag of crisps?All pubs listed...
  
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• JHLewis published Historic England calls for action on tatty Nottingham shopping ...

  21-10-2016 18:00
  
  Nottingham's famous Old Market Square has been added to Historic England's Heritage at Risk Register.That does not mean the grand open space is about to disappear in a cloud of dust. The square itself is in sound physical shape following its redesigned by architects Gustafson Porter in 2007. But Historic England, known until last year as English Heritage, is more concerned about the general appearance of the Old Market Square conservation area, including adjoining streets. Read more: All...
  
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• Nottingham Post published New school path will help get children walking

  21-10-2016 17:21
  
  A Nottinghamshire school is striding forward with the help of a Paralymipian to get children walking, running and skipping more.Gotham Primary School unveiled its new £14,000 purposed built all-weather Daily Mile path which encourages pupils to walk a mile a day.The school welcomed triathlon silver medallist Alison Patrick to open the path.Head teacher Sue Lymn-Brewin, from the Kegworth Road school, said: "We have a lovely big field on site so a path was perfect. It has been an...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published 'A good experience' but Nottingham Forest coach pleased to be...

  21-10-2016 16:42
  
  Nottingham Forest head coach Philippe Montanier is looking forward to being back in the dugout when Cardiff City visit the City Ground.The Frenchman has spent the last two games watching on from the stands as he served a two-match touchline ban for misconduct.Montanier was alleged to have used 'abusive and/or insulting words towards a match official' following the defeat to Sheffield Wednesday last month. As a result, he had to sit in the directors' box against both Birmingham City and Blackburn
  
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• Barry_Cooper published ​Nottingham Forest still a big draw for TV audiences

  21-10-2016 16:24
  
  Nottingham Forest are shaping up to be one of the most televised sides in the EFL this season. Forest have been shown live twice already in the UK in 2016-17 and have a further five games lined up in the TV schedules, with Saturday's clash against Cardiff City the latest live game. That's more domestic matches broadcast live than all but two other sides in the EFL. In fact, it's one more game than Premier League side Stoke City. Last season's relegated Premier League outfit, Aston Villa,...
  
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• 13 pictures that prove Nottingham wins at autumn - Nottingham Post

  21-10-2016 16:16
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  13 pictures that prove Nottingham wins at autumn
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  There's little more satisfying than a late October walk through a park littered with crispy golden leaves... we'd take that over sweaty summer sun bathing anytime. So it's pretty lucky Nottingham is brimming with green open spaces. Now, we'd argue that ...
  
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• RachelGorman published 13 pictures that prove Nottingham wins at autumn

  21-10-2016 16:04
  
  There's little more satisfying than a late October walk through a park littered with crispy golden leaves... we'd take that over sweaty summer sun bathing anytime. So it's pretty lucky Nottingham is brimming with green open spaces.Now, we'd argue that the likes of Clumber Park, Rushcliffe Country Park and Highfields look pretty nice all year round but there's something about the low autumn summer, falling leaves and long shadows that makes everything a little bit fitter.Indeed we think...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published ​Neil Warnock 'appreciated' Nottingham Forest's interest

  21-10-2016 15:57
  
  Cardiff City boss Neil Warnock says while he appreciated the interest from Nottingham Forest in the summer over the vacant manager's role, he's happy to be in South Wales. The 67-year-old could have been in the home dugout at the City Ground on Saturday evening, but instead will be sat in the away one after a move to Forest failed to materialise, and he is looking forward to the clash. Warnock said: "Forest are a good club and I did have a chat with them in the summer. "Two of my...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Notts soldier to do 10,000 push-ups in charity challenge

  21-10-2016 15:55
  
  An infantry soldier from Nottingham will run almost 500 kilometres and do more than 10,000 push-ups in order to raise money for veterans affected by post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD).Warrant Officer Marc Giles, from Chilwell, will complete the 'Ultimate Mercian Challenge' in aid of the veteran's mental health charity Combat Stress with three of his colleagues from the Mercian Regiment.Inspired by the #22PushupChallenge social media campaign, which started in America with those taking part...
  
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• NottmPostEG published All you need to know about the GameCity Festival 2016

  21-10-2016 15:13
  
  Gamers get ready as the GameCity Festival returns this month, with a promise to be bigger than ever. Unfamiliar with the event or excited to find out what's happening this year? Here's all you need to know... What is the GameCity Festival? 2016 marks the festival's 11th year. Across that time it has entertained tens of thousands of visitors and welcomed world renowned game makers from across the world, with the help of Nottingham Trent University and Confetti Institute of Creative...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Woman appears in court on gun charges

  21-10-2016 15:13
  
  A woman made a 15-minute court appearance on Friday accused of illegally having firearms at her Nottingham home. Maritia Kirk, 30, will remain in custody until the case returns to Nottingham Crown Court on January 20.Read more: Man in serious condition after crash in early hoursShe is charged with having a prohibited small bore gun without authority, possessing a prohibited firearm, possessing a firearm without a certificate and possessing ammunition without a certificate.At an earlier hearing,.
  
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• DanRussell published Muslim school Jamia al-Hudaa will stay open but needs £200,...

  21-10-2016 15:00
  
  A Muslim school in Nottingham which was ordered to partly close will remain open while an appeal takes place.The Jamia al-Hudaa Residential College is also trying to raise £200,000 to fight the case.The independent fee-paying school in Berkeley Avenue, Mapperley Park, was told by the Department for Education that it was no longer allowed to admit new pupils and must close its boarding allocation over fears of "extremism" and "twisted ideologies" in the classroom.The...
  
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• ​Fawaz Al Hasawi says he will stand down as Nottingham Forest chairman - Nottingham Post

  21-10-2016 14:39
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  ​Fawaz Al Hasawi says he will stand down as Nottingham Forest chairman
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  Nottingham Forest owner and chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi says he will stand down as the club's chairman, if he finds the right person to take control, and has no intention of being chairman once a takeover deal is completed. In an open letter penned to the ...
  Nottingham Forest owner says he will quit as chairman and reveals there are "several" potential buyersMirror.co.uk
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• NottmPostEG published The weirdest title of any show you'll see in Nottingham this...

  21-10-2016 14:38
  
  The Effect Of Gamma Rays On Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds is Paul Zindel's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama that Nottingham's Lace Market Theatre is tackling in its Studio Theatre during October. Director MICHAEL DARMOLA explains more What is the play about? The answer to this is two fold. First, it literally explains a science project that the protagonist Tillie is working on for high school. Secondly, the play itself revolves around the single parent dysfunctional family of the Hunsdorfers. Single,...
  
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• JonPritchard published CCTV released as police hunt man in connection with suspected...

  21-10-2016 14:36
  
  CCTV has been released of a man police would like to speak to in connection with a suspected arson attack in West Bridgford.The attack, in the early hours of October 12, affected around 10 retail units, including Cancer Research UK, and left staff and volunteers devastated.Read more: Man in serious condition after crash in early hoursThe fire started in bins at the back of the stores in Compton Acres West, before spreading to the roof space in a number of shops, causing significant damage.The...
  
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• LynetteP published Celebrate Halloween in Nottingham with gruesome cocktails, ...

  21-10-2016 14:20
  
  Make sure your Halloween is frightfully good with spooktacular food and drink. Nottingham bars and restaurants are getting in the spirit with these fiendish ideas to make the taste buds tingle Rocket@Saltwater, The Cornerhouse, Nottingham Eye of newt and toe of frog have gone into the cauldron.... just joking. Bartenders have come up with two ghoulish cocktails that will be on sale from today untilNovember 1, in some rather spooky surroundings. No tricks - skeletons, vampires and...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Jordan Richards is keen to follow in his late father's footsteps...

  21-10-2016 14:19
  
  Jordan Richards was just a toddler when his father, Pedro, a former Notts County player died at the age of 45. Now playing for the Magpies himself, he tells Leigh Curtis about his father's legacy.When Jordan Richards wakes every morning, he glances at a wristwatch that has a prominent place in his bedroom.This is no ordinary timepiece or fashion accessory, but one which carries huge sentimental value given it belonged to his father, Pedro, the late Notts County defender.Richards was just a...
  
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• Barry_Cooper published ​Nottingham Forest's U18 side beat Crystal Palace 6-5 in thriller

  21-10-2016 14:09
  
  Virgil Gomis snatched a dramatic late winner to seal a remarkable 6-5 victory for Nottingham Forest's Under 18 side against Crystal Palace. Having trailed 4-2, the Reds looked to be on course for defeat in the Professional Development League Two North clash, but Francis Njo Baptiste's equaliser wasn't enough for Eagles. The result sent Forest up to third in the table, and they had Kyle McClean's penalty to thank for levelling matters up, before Charlie Jemson netted to put the Reds in the...
  
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• LynetteP published Have you got what it takes to become a part-time firefighter in...

  21-10-2016 13:46
  
  Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service have launched a recruitment drive for part-time firefighters, male or female. ReporterLYNETTE PINCHESS gets an adrenalin-filled taste of the action. My heart is pumping furiously as I rush into Stapleford fire station, don the gear at speed and clamber in the engine, with its blues and twos. Next minute I'm operating a hose reel (with help from firefighter Gary Fordham) spraying out hundreds of litres of water at an imaginary blaze. Although this...
  
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• EllieCullen commented Motorbike convoy takes to streets of Stapleford in memory of Josh...

  21-10-2016 13:20
  
  Motorcyclists will be riding in convoy through the streets of Stapleford as a tribute to teenager Josh Boothman.The 13-year-old died in the River Erewash last month, and his funeral is due to take place this afternoon (Friday).Hundreds of bikers have taken over the roads through the town as a mark of respect to the youngster.Dozens of families have also gathered to say a fond farewell to the popular teen.Josh went missing on the afternoon of September 24 after he entered the river near his home.
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented ​Fawaz Al Hasawi says he will stand down as Nottingham Forest...

  21-10-2016 13:20
  
  Nottingham Forest owner and chairman Fawaz Al Hasawi says he will stand down as the club's chairman, if he finds the right person to take control, and has no intention of being chairman once a takeover deal is completed. In an open letter penned to the supporters, Al Hasawi, who says he will not attend Saturday's Championship clash with Cardiff City, said: "As I have said for some time now, I am actively trying to sell the club to a new owner who has the passion and financial firepower to...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Billy Talent on Download, Rock City and horn swinging in a...

  21-10-2016 13:01
  
  Billy Talent return to Nottingham for a show at Rock City and bassist Jonathan Gallant tells STEVE HAINES about the time he went to legendary city pub Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem and "got the ring on the horn by swinging it around the room"Even though Canadian four-piece Billy Talent have been plying their punk-tinged rock for over 20 years, they remain one of Canada's best-kept secrets.Often "middle of the bill" in terms of mainstream success elsewhere, they have three...
  
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• zararubin published Carer who fought ISIS has restrictions lifted by police

  21-10-2016 12:56
  
  A former carer from Nottinghamshire, who fought against ISIS, has had his 'conditional bail cancelled', according to police.Aiden Aslin was arrested on his return from Syria in February 2016, where he fought against the Islamic State, alongside the Kurdish YPG forces. The 22-year-old, of Newark, was questioned over suspected terrorism offences, and later released on bail pending further investigations.Nine months later, Nottinghamshire Police have cancelled his bail, while the case is "kept...
  
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