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• JemmaPage published 53-year-old woman taken to hospital after crash between car and...

  01-11-2016 22:35
  
  A 53-year-old woman has been taken to hospital after a 'serious' crash between a car and a lorry on the A46.Police have closed the road between between Great North Road and Farndon Road, near Newark, in both directions after the collision, which happened at about 7.30pm.The Highways Agency said the road is expected to remain shut until the early hours of tomorrow morning.Read more: Major Nottinghamshire road closed after car and lorry crashThree fire engines and a specialist rescue unit attended
  
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• MattDavies published Great Britain 1 Norway 2: Match report

  01-11-2016 22:06
  
  Great Britain were beaten 2-1 by Norway in their exhibition game at the National Ice Centre, but they gave a host of reasons to be positive.GB led after 40 minutes through Robert Farmer's first period goal but the team ranked number 11 in the world showed their quality with a quick-fire double at the start of the third.However, Pete Russell's men were far from outclassed with plenty of individuals catching the eye. It is perhaps unsurprising goaltender Ben Bowns topped the list, as he should...
  
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• MattDavies commented Great Britain 1 Norway 2: Match report

  01-11-2016 22:06
  
  Great Britain were beaten 2-1 by Norway in their exhibition game at the National Ice Centre, but they gave a host of reasons to be positive.GB led after 40 minutes through Robert Farmer's first period goal but the team ranked number 11 in the world showed their quality with a quick-fire double at the start of the third.However, Pete Russell's men were far from outclassed with plenty of individuals catching the eye. It is perhaps unsurprising goaltender Ben Bowns topped the list, as he should...
  
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• Nottmtails published Daniel Pinillos plays 45 minutes for Nottingham Forest Under-23s...

  01-11-2016 21:53
  
  Spanish defender Daniel Pinillos made his first return to action in 10 months in the chilly surrounds of Alfreton Town, as Nottingham Forest's Under-23 side fought out a 0-0 draw with Sheffield Wednesday.Pinillos last played Championship football in December 2015, when he suffered a knee ligament injury at the City Ground, in a 2-1 win over MK Dons.These were more modest surroundings in which for him to make his return, but 232 fans saw the 24-year-old make his return, in a keenly contested game
  
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• JemmaPage published Major Nottinghamshire road closed after car and lorry crash

  01-11-2016 20:56
  
  UPDATE: A 53-year-old woman has been taken to hospital. Read the latest here.Police have closed the A46 in both directions after a car and a lorry crashed this evening. Motorists have been told to avoid the area, between Farndon and Cattle market roundabouts, near Newark, after the collision, which happened at about 7.30pm.The road is currently closed between the Great North Road and Farndon Road. #NottinghamshireThe #A46 is closed both ways near #Newark, while @nottspolice deal with...
  
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• Nottingham pre-school moves from 'inadequate' to 'good' Ofsted rating - Nottingham Post

  01-11-2016 20:06
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  Nottingham pre-school moves from 'inadequate' to 'good' Ofsted rating
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  Following a new visit in October the Wollaton Road pre-school has jumped up two categories to 'good'. Nottingham pre-school moves from 'inadequate' to 'good' Ofsted rating. X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to paste in your message.
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Notts County well placed for promotion assault, says skipper...

  01-11-2016 19:59
  
  Skipper Michael O'Connor says Notts County are well placed for a promotion assault with a third of the season gone.With just two defeats from their last eight league games, the Magpies are sat in sixth place in the League Two table.They came close to adding another win on Saturday, but for a missed penalty by Vadaine Oliver in a 0-0 draw with Luton Town.And O'Connor is confident such form will continue heading into the winter months."Our aim at the start of the year was to get...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Notts County well placed for promotion assault, says skipper...

  01-11-2016 19:59
  
  Skipper Michael O'Connor says Notts County are well placed for a promotion assault with a third of the season gone.With just two defeats from their last eight league games, the Magpies are sat in sixth place in the League Two table.They came close to adding another win on Saturday, but for a missed penalty by Vadaine Oliver in a 0-0 draw with Luton Town.And O'Connor is confident such form will continue heading into the winter months."Our aim at the start of the year was to get...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Man who 'pulled the ears of neighbour' during scuffle gets...

  01-11-2016 19:57
  
  A man headbutted a neighbour and pulled his ears after brandishing a baseball bat during an argument, a court heard.After his neighbour came out with a baseball bat, Brett Honeysett responded by asking: "Want to play with bats, do you? I'll get mine."He then returned with a baseball bat and used it to prod the other man when calling at his home. Later the neighbour was headbutted and had his ears pulled, Neil Hollett, prosecuting said at Nottingham Magistrates' Court on Tuesday.Read...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Nottingham pre-school moves from 'inadequate' to 'good' Ofsted...

  01-11-2016 19:50
  
  A failing Nottingham pre-school has turned itself around and has now been rated 'good' by Ofsted.Wollaton Village Pre-School, currently with 22 pupils attending, had been rated 'inadequate' - the lowest category.But following a new visit in October the Wollaton Road pre-school has jumped up two categories to 'good'.Read more: Construction starts on school garden in memory of 11-year-old girl who died of ovarian cancerInspector Tracy Hopkins said: "Careful monitoring of staff practice and a...
  
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• JemmaPage published Bomb disposal squad carries out controlled explosion at...

  01-11-2016 19:46
  
  A bomb disposal squad carried out a controlled explosion at a city school after 'unstable' chemicals were stored incorrectly on site.Police were called to Nottingham Academy's Greenwood Road campus, in Bakersfield, at about 4pm today (Nov 1) after the chemical 2,4-DNP was found to be stored not in keeping with new Government guidelines.Read more: Teenager who lives in fear of having a seizure beats the odds with exam successA spokeswoman for Nottinghamshire Police said: "An explosive...
  
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• JemmaPage commented Bomb disposal squad carries out controlled explosion at...

  01-11-2016 19:46
  
  A bomb disposal squad carried out a controlled explosion at a city school after 'unstable' chemicals were stored incorrectly on site.Police were called to Nottingham Academy's Greenwood Road campus, in Bakersfield, at about 4pm today (Nov 1) after the chemical 2,4-DNP was found to be stored not in keeping with new Government guidelines.Read more: Teenager who lives in fear of having a seizure beats the odds with exam successA spokeswoman for Nottinghamshire Police said: "An explosive...
  
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• DanRobinson published Eight organisations flying the flag for Robin Hood in Notts

  01-11-2016 19:36
  
  Eight companies have been recognised for embracing Nottinghamshire's connections with Robin Hood.Robin Hood Harley-Davidson, Robin Hood Jacket Potatoes and Lincoln Green Brewing Company were among the businesses to win in the Feather in Your Cap awards.An international award was given to the Robin Hood Village Resort, which was opened in Washington state in 1934, while special prizes were handed to Tim Pollard and Ade Andrews for playing "official" roles of the famous outlaw to promote...
  
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• zararubin published Little Tilly Sawford receives Pride of Britain award at...

  01-11-2016 19:30
  
  Brave Tilly Sawford, who suffered 86 percent burns to her body in a scalding bath as a toddler, received a Pride of Britain Award last night.Nine-year-old Tilly was presented with the Child of Courage award by X Factor judges Simon Cowell, Nicole Scherzinger and Louis Walsh, and show host Dermot O'Leary.She also managed to get an audition on the show for her band, Little Skips.Speaking after collecting her Daily Mirror Pride of Britain Award on Monday evening, Tilly, said: "Getting the...
  
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• DanRobinson published Couple pass on the baton for historic Notts electrical firm

  01-11-2016 19:29
  
  Electrical contractor Ken Burrows Limited, which has been trading for almost a century, has changed ownership for the first time in 26 years.Tony Jackson, Sally Jackson and Richard Kirk have bought the Hucknall business from retiring owners Andrew and Clare Stone, and will carry on operating under the same name.The couple had run the company, which was founded 97 years ago, since 1990 and kept it at the forefront of the industry in Nottinghamshire.The new owners have more than 50 years' combined
  
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• Nottingham Post published Bus named after Notts war hero adorned with poppies for...

  01-11-2016 19:15
  
  The father of a fallen soldier was left speechless after learning that his son's memory has been honoured by Nottingham City Transport.Jack Upton, of Beeston, was lost for words when the Post told him that the Sean Upton bus has been adorned with poppies to commemorate Remembrance Day and the Poppy Appeal.Sean was killed by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan in 2009. The 35-year-old, from Beeston Rylands, was on foot patrol in Sangin, in Helmand province, when he was caught up in the explosion.He...
  
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• stewartthorpe published Former chef for Gordon Ramsey to open artisan bakery in Sherwood

  01-11-2016 19:14
  
  After spending his career working with the likes of Gordon Ramsey at prestigious venues such as Langar Hall and Grosvenor House Hotel, a Nottinghamshire baker has invested £35,000 to set-up his own artisan bakery. Selling Ploughman's loaves with cheddar, apple and walnuts and focaccia with rapeseed oil and rosemary, Craig Poynter is confident that The Bakehouse will prove a great success and fit perfectly into the community of local butchers and green grocers in Sherwood. The 31-year-old..
  
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• Nottmtails published Will Nottingham Forest play a three-man central defence again...

  01-11-2016 18:51
  
  Playing with a three-man central defence can be a regular option for Nottingham Forest – as can Ben Osborn's more attacking role, says head coach Philippe Montanier.Montanier was satisfied with the additional solidity Forest gained by playing with Damien Perquis, Matt Mills and Joe Worrall as a defensive trio against Reading, with Eric Lichaj and Armand Traore playing as wing-backs.And he was particularly impressed with the impact made by Ben Osborn, who operated almost as a number 10,...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Who was better at FIFA 17 - Nottingham Forest or Notts County?

  01-11-2016 18:50
  
  "Eric's having a stinker." Not normally words you'd hear about Nottingham Forest's Mr Dependable, Eric Lichaj. "Come on Britt, stop celebrating." Britt Assombalonga finding the net, now there's a more regular occurrence. On this occasion, though, it was not enough. Inevitably, perhaps, given how things have gone this year, even in computer format the Reds could not keep a clean sheet. With Forest's Ben Osborn and Jorge Grant up against Notts County duo Michael O'Connor...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Who was better at FIFA 17 - Nottingham Forest or Notts County?

  01-11-2016 18:50
  
  "Eric's having a stinker." Not normally words you'd hear about Nottingham Forest's Mr Dependable, Eric Lichaj. "Come on Britt, stop celebrating." Britt Assombalonga finding the net, now there's a more regular occurrence. On this occasion, though, it was not enough. Inevitably, perhaps, given how things have gone this year, even in computer format the Reds could not keep a clean sheet. With Forest's Ben Osborn and Jorge Grant up against Notts County duo Michael O'Connor...
  
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• MattDavies published Young Nottingham Forest fans grill Montanier over January targets...

  01-11-2016 18:47
  
  Three young Nottingham Forest fans have been given the chance to grill head coach Philippe Montanier as part of the club's Junior Reds Week. Montanier was asked about his favourite parts of the city and what he misses about France before questions turned to football. He was asked about January targets and reiterated his position that he is lining up signings, despite being under pressure with Forest struggling in the Championship. "Yes of course. We've started to work to...
  
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• MattDavies commented Young Nottingham Forest fans grill Montanier over January targets...

  01-11-2016 18:47
  
  Three young Nottingham Forest fans have been given the chance to grill head coach Philippe Montanier as part of the club's Junior Reds Week. Montanier was asked about his favourite parts of the city and what he misses about France before questions turned to football. He was asked about January targets and reiterated his position that he is lining up signings, despite being under pressure with Forest struggling in the Championship. "Yes of course. We've started to work to...
  
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• JemmaPage published Stapleford Farmers' Market to close immediately due to lack of...

  01-11-2016 18:46
  
  Stapleford Farmers' Market is to close immediately due to low visitor numbers and customer spend.The decision was announced yesterday by organisers on the markets Facebook page, which is liked by more than 300 people.The post said: "Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, the market has never truly experienced the high footfall or customer spend required to make it a viable option for local producers and the market has become increasingly unsustainable for many of them over...
  
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• RachelGorman published Nottingham City Council launches formal investigation into...

  01-11-2016 18:25
  
  The circumstances surrounding the early closure of a music festival due to health and safety concerns will be formally investigated by Nottingham City Council. Detonate Halloween, which was held at Nottingham Racecourse on Saturday, was shut down three hours early by the festival's health and safety officer amid concerns that revellers could be hurt. In a statement on their website, organisers said the safety issue was due to the majority of people wanting to be in one tent and that action...
  
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• RachelGorman commented Nottingham City Council launches formal investigation into...

  01-11-2016 18:25
  
  The circumstances surrounding the early closure of a music festival due to health and safety concerns will be formally investigated by Nottingham City Council. Detonate Halloween, which was held at Nottingham Racecourse on Saturday, was shut down three hours early by the festival's health and safety officer amid concerns that revellers could be hurt. In a statement on their website, organisers said the safety issue was due to the majority of people wanting to be in one tent and that action...
  
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• Police criticised over wrong-way M1 death crash

  01-11-2016 18:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Police are criticised for failing to stop an 87-year-old wrong-way driver who killed a young father and himself in a motorway crash.
  
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• Nottmtails published Nottingham Forest U23s v Sheffield Wednesday U23s LIVE: Daniel...

  01-11-2016 18:02
  
  Nottingham Forest's Under-23s will be aiming to bounce back to winning ways tonight. After losing 1-0 at Leeds United last Monday, the Reds face Sheffield Wednesday in the Professional Development League 2 at Alfreton Town's Impact Arena (7pm). It is the first of two games this week for Jack Lester's side, who also play West Ham United in the Premier League Cup on Friday night.
  Read more: £50m takeover of Nottingham Forest by John Jay Moores edges closerDefender Daniel Pinillos will...
  
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• zararubin published Construction starts on school garden in memory of 11-year-old...

  01-11-2016 18:00
  
  Construction work has begun on a school garden in memory of a young student who died of cancer.'Rosie's Garden' is being built to commemorate a former pupil at West Bridgford Junior School, who died just over a year ago from an aggressive form of ovarian cancer.Rosie Perry-Jones, who was well known and loved in her community, died at just 11 years old, five months after her diagnosis. Steve Arnold, head teacher at West Bridgford Junior School, said01ew themselves into fundraising to create...
  
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• JHLewis published Your vote could help Nottingham park be named Britain's best

  01-11-2016 18:00
  
  If you know your Caucasian wingnut from your Armenian hawthorn you'll be familiar with The Arboretum. But even if you can't tell one exotic tree from another you may still love Nottingham's oldest public park.If you love it, then vote for it in the UK's Best Park competition. The deadline in the poll organised by charity Fields in Trust is 5pm on Wednesday, November 9.Read more: Two died after dementia driver went 30 miles wrong way on M1What's in it for The Arboretum? Mainly glory, and perhaps.
  
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• Nottingham Playhouse announces new artistic director - Nottingham Post

  01-11-2016 17:53
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  Nottingham Playhouse announces new artistic director
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  It was announced over the summer that the Nottingham Playhouse's long-standing artistic director, Giles Croft, is to step down from his role after 18 years. It has now been revealed that Adam Penford will take over the role. He will join the team next ...
  Adam Penford to replace Giles Croft as Nottingham Playhouse artistic directorThe Stage
  Adam Penford appointed artistic director of Nottingham PlayhouseWhatsOn
  
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• MattDavies published Former Nottingham Rugby head coach Martin Haag quits England U20...

  01-11-2016 17:53
  
  Former Nottingham Rugby head coach Martin Haag has left England Under-20s having only taken up the role at the end of last season.Haag resigned on Monday despite guiding the team to the World Under-20 Championship.England secured wins over Australia, Scotland, Italy and South Africa before beating Ireland 45-21 in the final.Haag said: "I have really enjoyed my time with the RFU and being involved in winning the World Rugby U20 Championship on home soil in Manchester."The squad and...
  
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• Nottingham City Council launches formal investigation into incident at Detonate music festival - Nottingham Post

  01-11-2016 17:33
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  Nottingham City Council launches formal investigation into incident at Detonate music festival
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  The circumstances surrounding the early closure of a music festival due to health and safety concerns will be formally investigated by Nottingham City Council. Detonate Halloween, which was held at Nottingham Racecourse on Saturday, was shut down three ...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Eye witness describes 'horrifying scene' of Spice brawl

  01-11-2016 17:28
  
  An eye witness to an attack by a group of men in Nottingham has told a jury it was a 'horrifying scene' as the victim was kicked, punched and struck over the head with a baseball bat.The assault happened in West Bridgford near the home of Adeel Mahmood, who suffered a depressed skull fracture.A jury at Stafford Crown Court has heard it followed earlier incidents in which a takeaway shop was damaged and Mr Mahmood's brother, Adam, was also assaulted and suffered a broken arm when he was hit with.
  
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• DanRobinson published Two new pubs for growing Notts brewery - creating 15 jobs

  01-11-2016 17:25
  
  A micro-brewery has added two Nottinghamshire pubs to its growing portfolio – creating about 15 jobs when they open in the next few months.Lincoln Green Brewing Company will open revamped versions of The Lord Clyde, in Kimberley, before Christmas and The Station Hotel, in Hucknall, in February next year.The Hucknall-based company already runs the Robin Hood and Little John, in Arnold, and Sir John Borlase Warren, in Canning Circus.Owner Anthony Hughes said: "It wasn't our intention to...
  
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• JemmaPage published Police renew appeal for three teenagers missing since July

  01-11-2016 17:22
  
  Police have renewed an appeal for three teenagers who have been missing from Newark since July.Nguyen Trung Thanh, 17; Tran Anh Tuan, 16; and Nam Tran, 16, were all last seen in the Newark and Fernwood areas on July 3. It is thought they were together when they went missing.Read more: Mansfield teenager last seen wearing school uniform reported missingNguyen is about 5ft 8ins tall and has short, highlighted hair. Tran, 16, is about 5ft 10ins tall, has short, black hair and is of a slim build.And
  
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• JemmaPage published Three people charged after Mansfield knife attack

  01-11-2016 17:07
  
  Three people have been charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent after a man was seriously injured in an attack.Officers were called to reports of a disturbance in Smith Street, Mansfield, on Saturday.At around 1.45pm officers arrived in the area and found a man, who we believe to be the victim of an assault, with potentially life-threatening injuries. He was taken to hospital and remains in a serious but stable condition.Read more: Four arrested over alleged 'knife attack' in...
  
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• MattDavies published Plenty more to come from Jake Ball, says England team-mate Alex...

  01-11-2016 17:00
  
  Two years ago Jake Ball was seen as a cricketer with vast potential who was yet to fulfill his promise.Now he is an England international and the winner of Cricketer of the Year at the Nottingham Sports Awards.The 25-year-old saw off competition from England team-mate Alex Hales and Notts all-rounder Steven Mullaney to take home the honour last Thursday. He was also runner-up in the Sportsman of the Year category behind Paralympic champion Ollie Hynd.Ball was unable to accept his prize as he is.
  
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• GemmaToulson published Dog to be put down after biting child

  01-11-2016 16:54
  
  A dog is to be put down for attacking a boy who needed to spend a night in hospital after the incident.Just one week before, Nicole Whyler, of Ridgeway Walk, Top Valley, paid £70 for the Staffordshire bull terrier which was advertised on the Gumtree website. Nottingham magistrates fined her £250 with £85 prosecution costs and a £25 government surcharge. Amanda Parker, who represented the 25-year-old, said she always had a dog as a child and decided to buy one. "The...
  
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• JemmaPage published Missing Melanie Wilson sent I love you text to dad 20 minutes...

  01-11-2016 16:51
  
  Missing Melanie Wilson sent her father a text message telling him she loved him - just 20 minutes before she was last seen by her family.The 22-year-old was reported missing on October 19 and was last seen at her home in Sutton-in-Ashfield at about 11.20pm.Miss Wilson's heartbroken dad has made an emotional plea to his daughter for her safe return as family and friends are growing increasingly concerned for her safety since was reported missing.Read more: Police name 23-year-old woman who died..
  
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• rsherdley published Robber threatened victim with knife and snatched watch from his...

  01-11-2016 16:42
  
  A robber has been locked up after he threatened a man with a knife and grabbed his Rolex-style watch from his wrist.Tishawn White, 19, of Bromley Close, Bulwell, struck in Woodborough Road in Mapperley on June 3, Nottingham Crown Court heard today.The victim's girlfriend stood in front of him to protect him but was told by White: "Move or you are going to get stabbed".White punched the man in the face and said: "Got anything else?"The court heard how the defendant had been...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Nottingham choir to appear on new Gareth Malone BBC TV series

  01-11-2016 16:40
  
  Choirmaster Gareth Malone OBE returns to TV screens tonight with his brand new show, The Choir: Gareth's Best In Britain.The BBC Two series will once again follow the two-time BAFTA and International Emmy Award winner on his quest to find the UK's most entertaining amateur singing group. The series will include The University of Nottingham's a capella group RadioOctave, who appear in episode two on Tuesday, November 8. He said: "I'm thrilled to bring a fresh search for the musical rough...
  
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• JemmaPage published Police name 23-year-old woman who died in car crash near...

  01-11-2016 16:39
  
  A 23-year-old woman who died in a car crash at the weekend has been identified.Dominique Wright was a passenger in a vehicle which crashed in Southwell Road, between High Cross and Thurgarton village, on Sunday.Emergency services were called to the incident at 12.30am and Miss Wright, of the Lincoln area, died at the scene.A 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has been released on police bail pending further enquiries.Read more: Nottinghamshire...
  
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• JemmaPage published Mansfield teenager last seen wearing school uniform reported...

  01-11-2016 16:33
  
  A teenager who was last seen wearing her school uniform and carrying a carrier bag has been reported missing.Ellie Faulkner was reported missing from Mansfield and was last seen at around 10am on Monday, October 31.The 16-year-old was wearing a blue coat with fur-lined hood, black school trousers or skirt, black shoes, a black handbag (school bag) and carrier bag.Anyone who has seen Ellie or has any information on her whereabouts is asked to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101.It comes after...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Nottingham Playhouse announces new artistic director

  01-11-2016 16:30
  
  It was announced over the summer that the Nottingham Playhouse's long-standing artistic director, Giles Croft, is to step down from his role after 18 years.It has now been revealed that Adam Penford will take over the role. He will join the team next summer and take charge of the theatre's artistic programme from 2018.Speaking of his new role, Adam said: "I am so thrilled to have been asked by the Board at Nottingham Playhouse to become its next artistic director. Giles Croft and Stephanie...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Debt-ridden mum left with £5,000 court bill after helping...

  01-11-2016 16:20
  
  A hard-up mum was left with a £5,000 compensation bill after helping to cheat companies over the internet. An unnamed man managed to intercept invoices to two building firms and told them to pay £9,961 into Kerry Tobin's bank account, a court heard.The cash arrived in her Yorkshire Bank account and she received £2,000 for allowing it to be used. The man took the rest, magistrates in Nottingham were told.An 18-month probation order was imposed on Tobin, 30, of Downing Gardens,..
  
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• JemmaPage published Gritters out in Nottinghamshire as temperatures set to drop...

  01-11-2016 16:08
  
  Gritters will be out salting the main routes across Nottinghamshire this evening as road surface temperatures are set to drop towards freezing. The Met Office has said there is a risk of frost and ice forming so, the county's gritting fleet will be on the roads from 8pm – the first time this season.
  The national weather service's forecasts are monitored daily by Via East Midlands, which is managing highways services on behalf of Nottinghamshire County Council.Read more: Gritting teams...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: Everything you need to...

  01-11-2016 16:00
  
  The new offering from JK Rowling has been a hot topic for months and as we start to near the release date, the news and hearsay are starting to become that little bit clearer.So for fans hoping for another Harry Potter movie, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is the next best thing.Based on the book of the same title, the story is about 'Magizoologist' Newt Scamander - played by Oscar winner Eddie Redmayne - who has a magical suitcase containing extraordinary creatures.David Heyman, the...
  
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• MattDavies published Evan Mosey thanks Nottingham Panthers fans and team-mates after...

  01-11-2016 16:00
  
  When Evan Mosey joined Nottingham Panthers in 2014 he was a virtual unknown whose sole professional experience came in the Dutch league. But two years later he earned a move to the AHL – North America's second tier – as he joined the Rockford IceHogs. His move back to his home state of Illinois came on the back of an impressive second season, so impressive in fact he was named Ice Hockey Player of the Year at last week's Nottingham Sports Awards. Mosey was so thrilled to win...
  
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• zararubin published MoRunning returns to Nottingham this month

  01-11-2016 15:58
  
  Over 1,000 people have already signed up for MoRunning Nottingham, raising money for men's health.The race is set for 10 am on Sunday, November 20 at Wollaton Hall, with thousands of 'MoBros and MoSistas' expected to come along in their best fancy dress and a moustache, to raise funds and awareness for the Movember Foundation.The foundation is the 'only charity tackling men's health on a global scale, year round', and addresses some of the biggest health issues faced by men, including prostate..
  
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• Jamie Fullarton's short, sharp lesson in managerial stress at Notts County

  01-11-2016 15:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jamie Fullarton learned the hard way about the stresses of football management during his brief spell in charge of Notts County.
  
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